PLN24-00294 Kelly Shop Rear Setback Variance

Project PLN24-00294 involves a request by a property owner for a variance to allow the construction of a 1,960 square-foot shop at 2319 Newcastle Road in the unincorporated Newcastle area of Placer County, California. The variance specifically seeks approval to place the structure 22 feet from the rear property line, which is a reduction from the standard requirement of 30 feet. The project is managed by the Placer County Community Development Resource Agency, with Claudia Garcia serving as the primary technician and point of contact. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Sections 15301, 15303, and 15305, as well as Placer County Code Sections 18.36.050 and 18.36.070. These exemptions apply because the project consists of the new construction of a small structure and minor alterations in land use limitations. The entitlement action for the variance was officially dated September 18, 2025.