Use Permit PA25-0165

Use Permit PA25-0165 is a project forecast for the demolition and replacement of an existing wall at 11651 Marble Arch Drive in Santa Ana, California. The scope of work involves the installation of approximately 89.1 linear feet of new construction, consisting of a retaining wall ranging from 2.33 to 2.94 feet in height, topped with a 6-foot fence. This project is designed to stabilize the slope of the northeasterly side yard while maintaining residential privacy. The project is administered by Orange County Public Works and is classified as a ministerial permit action. It is exempt from environmental impact fees and detailed environmental review under California Environmental Quality Act CEQA Categorical Exemption Section 15303 for the new construction of small structures. Administrative filings were processed through the Orange County Clerk-Recorder's office, with a filing date of July 22, 2026. The project is managed by Senior Planner Virginia Gomez and Agent Brian Doug, with final approval authority vested in the Orange County Zoning Administrator.