Grading Plan Modification (GPM) 25-016; Sedgwick Residence
Summary
SCH Number
2026100564
Public Agency
City of San Juan Capistrano
Document Title
Grading Plan Modification (GPM) 25-016; Sedgwick Residence
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/16/2026
Document Description
A request to grade a residential property for a new single-family dwelling and accessory structures, where the proposed grading activities involve a change in the ground elevation for primary structures of two (2) feet or greater. The grading would establish a development pad for a 7,006 square foot residence and attached garage, 693 square foot detached accessory dwelling unit. The grading will also accommodate the following site improvements: pool and spa, pickle ball court, putting green, chipping area, outdoor dining area, soccer field, ponds and various landscape and hardscape features.
Contact Information
Name
Jeffrey Graham
Agency Name
City of San Juan Capistrano
Job Title
Contract Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Christian Kesler
Agency Name
Advanced Civil Group
Job Title
Engineer
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Location
Cities
San Juan Capistrano
Counties
Orange
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
Via Estelita
Zip
92675
Parcel #
649-101-31
State Highways
California
Railways
yes
Airports
no
Schools
yes
Township
San Ju
Other Location Info
31593 Aguacate Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (APN: 649-101-31)
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 3 - Section 15303
Reasons for Exemption
This project has been reviewed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The City's Environmental Administrator has determined that the Project is categorically exempt from further review under the State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15303 Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and none of the exceptions to the use of categorical exemptions pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15300.2 applies.
Class 3 applies to the construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures and expressly includes “one single-family residence, or a second dwelling unit in a residential zone,” as well as “accessory (appurtenant) structures including garages, carports, patios, swimming pools, and fences.” The Project qualifies for the Class 3 exemption because it involves grading an existing developed residential parcel to accommodate one 7,006-square-foot single-family residence and attached garage, one 693-square-foot detached accessory dwelling unit, and residential accessory improvements, including a pool and spa, sports court, putting and chipping areas, outdoor dining area, soccer field, ponds, landscaping, and hardscape improvements.
County Clerk
Orange
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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