Adopt General Plan Amendment S19-01 to update the Safety Element to comply with recent State mandates, incorporate requirements regarding the risk of fire in State and Local Responsibility Areas and very high fire hazard severity zones, and make technical amendments.
PROJECT LOCATION
Unincorporated Areas of the County of Orange
APPLICANT
OC Public Works/OC Development Services/Planning
APPELLANT
On May 28, 2025, the Orange County Planning Commission held a public meeting regarding the proposed General Plan Amendment S19-01 and voted to recommend the Board of Supervisors make the appropriate findings under the California Environmental Quality Act and adopt General Plan Amendment S19-01.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The circumstances of the proposed General Plan Amendment S19-01 (Safety Element) are substantially the same as Initial Study/Negative Declaration (IS/ND) No. IP 22-0133, previously adopted by the Board of Supervisors on September 27, 2022, and Addendum No. 1 adopted by the Board of Supervisors on June 25, 2024, for the Housing-Related Updates to the OC General Plan and Comprehensive Zoning Code. These documents include minor changes or additions necessary, and both documents adequately address the effects of the proposed General Plan Amendment S19-01 (Safety Element). No substantial changes have been made in the project, no substantial changes have occurred in the circumstances under which the project is being undertaken, and no new information of substantial importance to the project which was not known or could not have been known when IS/ND No. IP 22-0133 and Addendum No. 1 were adopted have become known; therefore, no further environmental review is required.
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal are invited to present their views and supporting documents at this hearing. It is requested that any written response be submitted to the Clerk of the Board prior to the hearing date at response@ocgov.com. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning or the Clerk of the Board.
The project is located at 131 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (APN: 053-040-02) within the Fifth Supervisorial District.
PROPOSED PROJECT
The applicant is requesting a Coastal Development Permit to demolish the existing and construct a new 4,585 square two-story residence with attached garage.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The proposed project is Categorically Exempt (Class 2) from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15302, because it provides for the replacement or reconstruction of an existing structure where the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced.
DATE
August 21, 2025
TIME
1:30 p.m. (Or as soon as possible thereafter)
LOCATION
County Administration North (CAS)
(First floor, Multipurpose Room 103/105)
601 N. Ross Street
Santa Ana, CA 92701
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal and all supporting documents are invited to present their views at this hearing. It is requested that any comments, documents, or written responses be submitted to OC Development Services/Planning via email to Ilene.Lundfelt@ocpw.ocgov.com or delivered to 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 prior to the hearing date. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised prior to close of the public meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning. Comments submitted before the start of meeting will be part of the public record and distributed to the Zoning Administrator for consideration.
For further information, contact Ilene Lundfelt at (714) 667-9697 or Ilene.Lundfelt@ocpw.ocgov.com or come to the County Service Center at 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Any interested person may appeal the decision of the Zoning Administrator on this permit to the Planning Commission within 15 calendar days of the decision upon submittal of required documents filed online at myoceservices.ocgov.com or in person at the County Service Center, located at 601 N. Ross St., Santa Ana. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this report, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services.
First reading of an Ordinance of the County of Orange, California, designating the Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) within the County Unincorporated Areas.
PROJECT LOCATION
Unincorporated Areas of the County of Orange
APPLICANT
OC Public Works
PREVIOUS ACTIONS
None
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
This action is not a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 and is therefore not subject to CEQA, since it does not have the potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. The approval of this agenda item does not commit the County to a definite course of action in regard to a project since the action is a first reading of an Ordinance to approve the FHSZ map for the Unincorporated Areas of the County. This proposed activity is therefore not subject to CEQA. Any future action connected to this approval that constitutes a project will be reviewed for compliance with CEQA.
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal are invited to present their views and supporting documents at this hearing. It is requested that any written response be submitted to the Clerk of the Board prior to the hearing date at response@ocgov.com. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services or the Clerk of the Board.
7431 1/2 Santiago Canyon Road, Silverado, California 92676 (APN 576-013-02)
PROPOSED PROJECT
The applicant is requesting a Use Permit to remove an existing 40 feet temporary wireless tower, establish a wireless communications facility on Private Property with a new 35 feet monopole cell tower designed to resemble a pine tree (“monopine”) and associated equipment, and a 12 foot over height fence.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The proposed project is categorically exempt (Class 11) from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15311, because the exemption provides for placement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing industrial facilities.
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map, and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal and all supporting documents are invited to present their views at this hearing. It is requested that any comments, documents, or written responses be submitted to OC Development Services/Planning via email to Arturo.Cervantes@ocpw.ocgov.com or delivered to 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 prior to the hearing date. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised prior to close of the public meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning. Comments submitted before the start of meeting will be part of the public record and distributed to the Zoning Administrator for consideration.
For further information, contact Arturo Cervantes at (714) 667-8864 or Arturo.Cervantes@ocpw.ocgov.com, or come to the County Service Center at 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Any interested person may appeal the decision of the Zoning Administrator on this permit to the Planning Commission within 15 calendar days of the decision upon submittal of required documents filed online at myoceservices.ocgov.com or in person at the County Service Center, located at 601 N. Ross St., Santa Ana. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this report, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ORANGE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Public Hearing for General Plan Amendment S19-01 (Safety Element)
APPLICANT
OC Public Works/OC Development Services/Planning
PROJECT LOCATION
Unincorporated Areas of the County of Orange
PROPOSED PROJECT
Recommend for adoption by the Board of Supervisors the proposed General Plan Amendment S19-01 to the Safety Element to comply with recent State mandated changes regarding fire safety and to make additional technical amendments.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The circumstances of the proposed General Plan Amendment S19-01 (Safety Element) are substantially the same as IS/ND No. IP 22-0133, previously adopted by the Board of Supervisors on September 27, 2022, and Addendum No. 1 adopted by the Board of Supervisors on June 25, 2024, for the Housing-Related Updates to the OC General Plan and Comprehensive Zoning Code. These documents include minor changes or additions necessary, and both documents adequately address the effects of the proposed General Plan Amendment S19-01 (Safety Element). No substantial changes have been made in the project, no substantial changes have occurred in the circumstances under which the project is being undertaken, and no new information of substantial importance to the project which was not known or could not have been known when IS/ND No. IP 22-0133 and Addendum No. 1 were adopted have become known; therefore no further environmental review is required.
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map, and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal and all supporting documents are invited to present their views at this hearing. It is requested that any comments, documents, or written responses be submitted to OC Development Services/Planning via email to Virginia.Gomez@ocpw.ocgov.com or delivered to 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 prior to the hearing date. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised prior to close of the public meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning. Comments submitted before the start of meeting will be part of the public record and distributed to the Planning Commission for consideration.
For further information, contact Virginia Gomez at (714) 667-1614 or Virginia.Gomez@ocpw.ocgov.com, or come to the County Service Center at 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
The Planning Commission staff report, project plans and other supporting materials are available at:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ORANGE COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
APPLICATION NUMBER
PA24-0133
APPLICANT
Edon Kagasoff, Property Owner
Meghan Heitmann, Agent
PROJECT LOCATION
The project is located at 1322 Faren Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92705 (APN 502-283-09) within the Third Supervisorial District.
PROPOSED PROJECT
The applicant is seeking a Use Permit for approval of a 10 foot tall fence within the front and side setback of the property located at 1322 Faren Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92705.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The proposed project is Categorically Exempt (Class 3) from the provisions of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15303, because the exemption provides for construction of accessory structures including fences.
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map, and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal and all supporting documents are invited to present their views at this hearing. It is requested that any comments, documents, or written responses be submitted to OC Development Services/Planning via email to Cynthia.Burgos@ocpw.ocgov.com or delivered to 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 prior to the hearing date. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised prior to close of the public meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning. Comments submitted before the start of meeting will be part of the public record and distributed to the Zoning Administrator for consideration.
For further information, contact Cynthia Burgos at (714) 667-8898 or Cynthia.Burgos@ocpw.ocgov.com, or come to the County Service Center at 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Any interested person may appeal the decision of the Zoning Administrator on this permit to the Planning Commission within 15 calendar days of the decision upon submittal of required documents filed online at myoceservices.ocgov.com or in person at the County Service Center, located at 601 N. Ross St., Santa Ana. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this report, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SUBJECT
Zoning Code Amendment CA 25-01 (Floodplain Overlay District), an Ordinance of the County of Orange, State of California, amending sections 7-9-42.2, 7-9-42.3, 7-9-42.4, 7-9-42.6, 7-9-42.8, 7-9-42.9, and 7-9-42.12 of the Codified Ordinances of the County of Orange.
PROPOSAL
Recommend adoption of Zoning Code Amendment to revise the Floodplain Overlay District with updated information to ensure continued consistency with the floodplain management requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program and Community Rating System program.
PROJECT LOCATION
Unincorporated Areas of the County of Orange
APPLICANT
OC Public Works/OC Infrastructure/Flood Programs
PREVIOUS ACTIONS
On March 26, 2025, the Orange County Planning Commission held a public meeting regarding the proposed Zoning Code Amendment CA 25-01 and voted to recommend the Board of Supervisors make the appropriate findings under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and adopt Zoning Code Amendment CA 25-01.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The proposed project is exempt (Common Sense Exemption) from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3) since there is no possibility that the Zoning Code Amendment to update the floodplain section of the Zoning Code to continue to be eligible for the FEMA Community Rating System program, may have a significant effect on the environment.
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map, and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal are invited to present their views and supporting documents at this hearing. It is requested that any written response be submitted to the Clerk of the Board prior to the hearing date at response@ocgov.com. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning or the Clerk of the Board.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SUBJECT
General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-03 – Transportation Element
PROPOSAL
Adopt General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-03 to update the Transportation Element to reflect changing development and traffic patterns.
LOCATION
Unincorporated Areas of the County of Orange
APPLICANT
OC Public Works/OC Development Services/Planning
PREVIOUS ACTIONS
On February 26, 2025, the Orange County Planning Commission held a public meeting regarding the proposed General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-03 and voted to recommend the Board of Supervisors make the appropriate findings under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and adopt General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-03
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The proposed General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-03 is exempt (Common Sense Exemption) from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3) since there is no possibility that the revisions to the roadway designations may have a significant effect on the environment.
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map, and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal are invited to present their views and supporting documents at this hearing. It is requested that any written response be submitted to the Clerk of the Board prior to the hearing date at response@ocgov.com. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning or the Clerk of the Board.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SUBJECT
General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-02 – Transportation Element
PROPOSAL
Adopt General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-02 to update the Transportation Element to reflect changing development and traffic patterns.
LOCATION
Unincorporated Areas of the County of Orange
APPLICANT
OC Public Works/OC Development Services/Planning
PREVIOUS ACTIONS
On February 26, 2025, the Orange County Planning Commission held a public meeting regarding the proposed General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-02 and voted to recommend the Board of Supervisors make the appropriate findings under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and adopt General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-02.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
The proposed General Plan Amendment TGPA 24-02 is exempt (Common Sense Exemption) from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3) since there is no possibility that the revisions to the roadway designations may have a significant effect on the environment.
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map, and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal are invited to present their views and supporting documents at this hearing. It is requested that any written response be submitted to the Clerk of the Board prior to the hearing date at response@ocgov.com. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning or the Clerk of the Board.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ORANGE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
The applicant is requesting a Use Permit PA23-0217 from the Planning Commission to convert an existing detached garage into administrative office space and to propose alternative parking standards.
PROPOSAL
The applicant is requesting a Use Permit from the Planning Commission to convert an existing detached garage into administrative office space and to propose alternative parking standards.
LOCATION
The project is located at 334 Del Mar Ave, Costa Mesa, CA (APN: 439-092-40) within the Fifth (5th) Supervisorial District
APPLICANT
David Mello, Project Manager
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
Find that the project is categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 3 New Construction or Conversion of Small Structure pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303.
For the most up-to-date OC Civic Center directory, map, and parking information, please visit ocpublicworks.com/parking.
INVITATION TO BE HEARD
All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal and all supporting documents are invited to present their views at this hearing. It is requested that any comments, documents, or written responses be submitted to OC Development Services/Planning via email to Ilene.Lundfelt@ocpw.ocgov.com or delivered to 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 prior to the hearing date. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised prior to close of the public meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services/Planning. Comments submitted before the start of meeting will be part of the public record and distributed to the Planning Commission for consideration.
For further information, contact Ilene Lundfelt at (714) 667-9697 or Ilene.Lundfelt@ocpw.ocgov.com, or come to the County Service Center at 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
The Planning Commission staff report, project plans and other supporting materials are available at:
Any interested person may appeal the decision of the Planning Commission on this permit to the Board of Supervisors within 15 calendar days of the decision upon submittal of required documents filed online at myoceservices.ocgov.com or in person at the County Service Center, located at 601 N. Ross St., Santa Ana. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this report, or in written correspondence delivered to OC Development Services.
