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Alice WinnWednesday, May 21,2014 3:57 PMMatt BatorWilliam and Lisa Ruh/1205 Cuchara Drive

Matthew Bator, AICP

Senior PlannerCity of Del Mar

Mr. Bator,Thank your for explaining the plans for the above property. Please forward my comments to Design Review Board fortheir consideration.

RE:William and Lisa Ruh property at 1205 Cuchara Drive

I have reviewed the plans for the above project and I support the project ¡n its entirety. lt will enhance the property and

be a welcome addition to the neighborhood.

Sincerely,Alice Winna bwinn @ road ru nner.com664 Rimini Road

DelMar, CA92OL4-2638

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May 20.2014

Del Mar Design Review BoardCity of Del Mar1050 Camino del MarDel Mar. CA 92014

RE: DRB-14-04 ILC-14-01 / CDP-14-04 (Ruh ResirJence)

Dear Design Review Board:

The Ruh home at 1205 Cuchara comes to the DRB afier a yeoman's effort to tìnd aproject design that is usable by the Ruhs and that successt-ully mitigates all keyneighborhood concems we have heard throughout the pre-DRB planning process.

At the CPP level, we heard concems to protect ocean views fiom the two homes locateddirectly behind us: Blasingames at 694 Rimini Road antl the Ryes (now Tumers) at l20lCuchara Drive. A view study was conducted using hand-held. color-coded height poles toidentifu ocean view corridors and establish nraximum building heights that preierve allprimary scenic views.

previously-proposed driveway access ofTRimini Road. The Rimini driveway access hasbeen eliminated and access will be taken off the existing driveway

The resultant DRB design invoh'es a one-story house at the existing upper pad with atuck-under, lower level walk-out basement below. This lower level area wiil walk outonto a small useable yard space (the only open yard space on the properly). Greatconsideration has been taken with the walls and landscaping to ensure that landscaping issite suitable. drought-tolerant- and works to soften the appearance of the home fromsurrounding properties and public rights-of'-way. Over 213 of the existing slope f'rontingCuchara and Rimini will be retained in-place.

Through the design process. we have also received concerns regarding the project'spotential effects on privacv. and neighborhood lighting and noise quality. Wehavemodifìed the exterior lighting plan to low intensity. low wattage fixrures. The spaequipment will be vaulted and concealed within a lightwell,

As a result of the CPP process and earll'neighborhood fèedback. so much of what goesinto a project is not what is presented to the DRB. We hope that you recognize the pre-DRB work that has occurred to mitigate previous neighbor concerns and ask that youapprove the project as presented.

Thank

Bill and Lisa Ruh

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MAY 2 22014 1 105 Cuchara Dr.Del Mar, CA 92014

CITY OF DEL MARPI.ANNING DEPARTMENT

858 755 9662f reid @ ucsd.edu

May 22,2014Del Mar Design Review Board

City Hall

Del Mar CA 92014

RE: DRB 1+05 and [C t4-O2 - Baum : tl,27 Cuchara Dr, Del Mar .

May 28, 2Ot4

Design Review Board members:

We have worked with the Baums in an attempt to satisfy our concerns with theconstruction of a large accessory structure in the R 1-L0 zone which ¡mpacts ourback garden and our privacy.

We have reached a compromise. By its nature such an agreement does not give

either party exactly what was desired. Nevertheless, we appreciate the size andheight reduction , the increased set back from the lot line and the offer of a short-term vegetation easement .

We hope to retain our friendly relationship with the Baums after a stressful severalmonths.

We thank the architect and the city staff for their help.

Joseph and Freda Reid

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Laurie Blasingame < lblasingame@gmail,com >

Friday, May 23,2014 8:36 AMJoseph Smithjobrien@flagg,comComment: 1205 Cuchara

RECEIVED

MAY 2 3 2ù14

CIW OF DEL MARPI.ANNING DEPARTMENT

Design Review Board -

We have been owners of 694 Rimini Rd since 1-982, Our home looks directly down on this new building project with our

windowsapproximatelylOydsfromtheirdwelling, Welikethedesignofthisnewprojectandfindthatthesizeisnotexcessive, Whilesomeofourviewmaybeimpingedupon,theremovalofatreeandtheundergroundingofthewireswillendupenhancingourview. Webelievethishomewillimprovethepropertyvaluesofthesurroundinghomesandwould like to see this particular home approved by your board.

Jim & Laurie Blasingame694 Rimini Rd

Del Mar, CA92O1,4

406-2s3-8923

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CARL AND SHARON HILLIARD1246 Stratford Court

Del Mar, Californi a 92OL4

RECEIVED

MAY 2 7 ?U4

CITY OF DEL MARPLANNING DEPARTMENT

May 26,2A14

Design Review BoardCity of Del Mar

Re:

Del Mar, Calif'ornia 9201+

0pposition to Application for a Development Perrnit

APN : DRB -12-17 /LC-1305/CDP-I3-03l,ocation: 150 13th StreetOwners: Mark Savage and Lisa Crar'vford

Agent: tsatter KaY Associates

Zone: RZ

Contact Person: Matt Bator, AICP, Senior Planner

Dear Members of the Design Review Board,

We appreciate your thoughtful guidance during the third hearing on April Z3'

Z0I4,.on..inlng the proposed ãeveloprnent at L50 1.3th Stree[ During that hearing

we i*dicated that we were willing to .ó.p.omise with respect to our view issue by

giving up that portion of our view to resently located on

it,. ,i¡ri¡ng single story duplex. We April 29 and she

accepted the proposed contpromise a ur agreement in

writing.

We decided that Scott Linton would take the lead in finalizing both of our

agreements r,vith Ms. Batter. on May 7, Scott Linton sent Ms. Batter a lelter

a[reement of behalf of both of us that incorporated the above compromise as well as

all of the other understandings he had reached with her over the course of their

negotiations. A copy of fhat lãtter is marked as Attachment t hereto'

The following chronology of events then occurred:

. On May L3, Scott advised us that Ms. Batter had given his May 7 letler

to Mr. Savage and that she woulcl colltact us after the story poles went

up,

a The story poles went up on May 15 antl the north-west pole rvas

positioned in the middle of the chirnney.

On May l-5, I sent a picture of the incorrect story pole location to Scott

who sent it on to Ms' Batter'I

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0n May 16, Ms. Batter responded that she had discovered an error on

the plåcement of the poles ancl they would be relocated on Monday'

"Wiih that pole movecl both poles rvill be where we had proposed to

the Hilliards." A copy of that email is marked as Attachment Z'

The pole was repos itioned that Monday, May 19, at a location aboutc chimn We sent a cture to

Scott tha[ afternoon saying that the pole needed to be moved a foot to

theright.Acopyofthatemailisinthepacketatpage3T.

. 0n May ZL and again on May 23, Ms. Batter replied that Mr. Savage

had ¡ót responded to her attempts to contact him. Copies of these

emails are marked as Artachment 3'

During this exchange, the Batters' filed a disingenuous letter with the Design

Review Board that is Exhibit C in the packet at page 33. This letter states in part

"'l'he poles have treen moved to reflect what we proposed to the Flilliards and wos

agreàd tu at our meeting." (Emphasis added). Attached to Exhibif C, at packet page

3[ir ,, .opy o[ a picturã representing our agreement that was sent to Ms' Batter on

Msü nt't-he DR-B meeting of April 2g, th" poìe labeled "Reìocation of New Pole" in

this picture is exactly rvheie Cail Hitliard indicated with the laser poittter that he

was willing to compiomise. Ms. Batter never disputed tlre fact that this picture is an

accurate representation of our agreement - and it is'

The intcgrity of the process that requires the parties to meet and try to

reach a compromisá ls undermined when this kind of flimflam occurs' The Linton

May T letter represents a holistic resolution that is wirhin the spirit and intent of tlte

pro.u5 and consistent with the parties'agreements and understanding.

In addition to depictions of the view corridors, the conditions of the May 7

letter provide:

1) That the i[ems placed on the decks not unreasonably impact the

Linton and Hilliard view corridors by imposing a five feet limit in

heightonsuchdeckitemsandotherprotrudingitemsnotbeattached to the walls.

2J That plants or trees at planted at ground level not be allowed to block

thesé view corridors by linriting them to eight feet in height'

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3) That the parties participate in the undergrounding of utilities in the

amounts as calculated in accordance with the Cify of Del Mar's

assessment methodology. The Batters'are certainly aware that this

¡ethodology includes assessments for wires bordering the property

on front, side and/or back'

4) Because of the tangled history of this project, we respectlully submit

that DRB appror,"ùif any, should be conditioned on the agreement ol

the Director of Planning and Comnlunity Development to issue the

Design Review Permit in the form of a covenant in accorclance with

DRO section 23,08.170, This approach is intended to give notice to

subsequent P ul'chasers of the property oI the DRB terms and

allows the Cí to take an enforcement

actions that may be necessary to enforce the DRB decisions. It is

especially appropriare in preserving view corridors'

Reference is made to our letter of April 21 that lists the following

reasons for denial olthe owner's application [Application):

. The project adversely impac[s upon the purposes for which Chapter

23 was adoptecl (S23-08.040.4'11)

. The proposed development fails to limit the amotrnt of deSign

components which unnecessarily add bulk and mass to the building

but,,vhich are not calculated as floor area ratio [FAR) pursuant to

DMMC'l'itle 30, the Zone Code, (S23'08'078'EJ

. One or mol'e alternatives to the proposed design are avaiìable that

will produce a projecr that is useable by the Applicant anc! is similar in

qualìry to dcveiopnrent in the neighborhood. (S23.08.040'4.4)

. The proposed development unreâsonably encroaches upón the

primary scenic view of our property, which islocated across from the

southeast corner of the project' [S23'08'08 'A77 'H)

. The proiect fails to minimize the blockage of views from nearby lots

and public rights-of-way' [$30'20'060'B)

. 'f he design will create an unreasonable invasion of the privacy of our

propertY. [S2 3.08'072.D)

. The exterior appearance of the project is out of harmony with the

neighborhood'character and would result in the climinution ol the

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historic value of the older, existing residences in the area,

[s3o.2o.o60. A).

The design will cause the surrounding neighborhood to depreciate

materially in appearance or value. [S23.08.072'E)

The design is out of scale with other structures in the neighborhood

((s23.08.077.c)

The design unreasonably blocks significant pubtic coastal views'

(s23,08,077.4)

The proposed pro ect 1a il S to co mp v wt rh the above regul ation s ln ea ch a n d

We ectfuthird revised APPI ication

Very respectfullY subm itted,

u est that the D esrgn Rev Board rej ect rh eew

t* ,C\; tno^Carl Hilliard Sharon Hilliard

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From : "scott linton" <scottlinton@sbcglob al'neÞ ISubject: FW: Hilliard Savage

Date: MaY 16, 201 48.57'.32 AM PDT

To: "'Garl Hilliard"' <carlhilliard@gmail'com>cc: "Martinez, sharon" <sharon.martinez@MarinaHospital.com>

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From : Batter Kay [mailto:batterkay@sbcglobal'net]Sent: FridaY, MaY 16, 20t4 8:36 AM

To: scott l¡ntonSubject: Re: Hilliard SavaEe

Scott,

we checked this AM and overlapped all the drawings and your photograph flom

their living room and found an enor in the placement of the northrvesterly pole.

It will be moveJapproximately 2' east on Monday. with that pole moved both

poles rvill be where-r.ve had proposed to the Hillards'

Hope this still works for them.

Thank you for your help in working this all out'

JANICE

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F rom : "scott l inton " <scottl i nton @ sbcglob al.neÞ êSubject: FWt Savage

Date: May 21 ,2014 8:53:53 AM PDT

To: "'Carl Hilliard"' <carlhilliard@gmail.com>Cc : <sharon@mooncoinllc.com>

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From: Batter Kay lmailto:batterkaY@sbcglobal.net]Sent: Wednesday, MaY 21,20L4 8:39 AM

To: scott lintonSubject: Savage

Scott,

Got your messages. We have not been able to reach Mark.

V/e will let you when we know something.

Janice

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"scott Iinton" <scottl inton @ sbcglob al'neÞ IFW: SavageMay 23, 201410:05:34 AM PDT

"'Carl Hilliard"' <carlhilliard@ gmail'com><sharon @ mooncoinllc.com>

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From: Batter Kay lmailto:batterkay@sbcglobal'net]Sent: FridaY, MaY 23, 2At4 8:47 AM

To: scott lintonSubject: Savage

Scott,

We have emailed Mark- He hasn't responded yet'

Janice

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RECEIVED

MAY ? 7 .ilt,x

CITY OF DEL MARPLANNING DEPARTMENT

Design Review Board

City of Del Mar

1050 Camino Del Mar

Del Mar, California 92014

Re: Opposition to Application for a Development Permit

APN: DRB-l 2-11 ILC-1305/CDP- I 3-03

Location: 150 l3ù Street

Owners: Mark Savage and Lisa Crawford

Âgent; Batter Kay Associates

Zone: R2

Dear Membors of the Board,

Afier the last hearing of April 29,2014,1 called Batter Kay in hopes of finalizing an agree¡nent

between the Applicanl Mark Savage , The Hilliards ("Hilliard") and the Lintons ("Lintôn") .

I sent Janice Batter a letter agreement on May ?ù that summarized the understanding of verbal

representations of the parties. I believe the board has a copy of this agreement.

Janice Batter and I exchanged phone calls that we would consummate the agreement once the story poles

were in place. On May I 5 the story poles were in place, but positioned in the m iddle of the chimney from the

Hillia¡d view corridor. Hillia¡d informed me that the position of the story pole was not what had been verballyagreed to by ttre Applicant and Hilliard. À copy of the conect position was sent to Janice Batter the same day. Theposition of the North story poles had not changed, but were still encrosching approximately one foot North of whatLinton had originally agreed to with Baner Kay.

The Southem portion of tlre Story pole wæ subsequently repositioned, but was about one foot south of the

verbal agreement with Hilliard. I phoned Janice Batter with this information and she told me she would get back tome after she spoke with the Applícant.

I received two e-mails informing me that Janice would get back to me afrer she spoke with tlrc applícant.Although I called her office several times, she never responded to me. Subsequently, I became aware of a letter sent

to the DRB from Batter Kay that totally mischaracterizes our attempts to reach agreement on these issues, This isvery disappointing in tlrat I have had a good relationstrip with Baner Kay in thc pæt, but feel that representing that Iagreed to the contents of their letter without notice that it was being sent is a breach of protocol.

I tt¡l not opposed to the ¡rplicartt having R sccon<l story, but based on these actions I rvould ask lhc l¡oardto dcny thc project as prcscntcd unlcss thc tbllowing nlodifications are urade:

l) The second story is redesigûcd to the originaI agrccd upon din:cnsiorìs so as to not block thc Linton orllilliard vierv corridors. Specifically, this rvould involve bringing thc Nortlr and Soutlì rvalls irr

approxinrately one foot. Linton n'ould still be losing a substantial vicrv lo thc south as well as

partially to the wcst ancl tiilliarcl rvould still lose so¡ne view to thc nortlr.

2) That plants or trees at ground levcl not block these vierv coridors by allou'irrg thcnl to grow nìolethan eight fcet in hcight.

3) 'l-hat DRB approval, if'any, should l¡e corrclitioned o¡r the agreenlcnt of thc Dírector of Planning andCommunifl Devclo¡rment to issue the Dcsign Revie,'v Pennit in the f'onn ola covenanl irr accordancervithDROsection23.08.l70. Thisa¡rproachisintendedtogivenoticetosubsequent¡rLrrchascrsofthepropelly of the DRB ternrs a¡rd conditions olapproval and allorvs tlre City to take any enlolccrncntactions tltal may bc rrcccssary f.o enforce tlre DI(B dccisions.

ln conclusion, the ¡rroject, as proposed, does rtot rneel thc flollorving code sectíons unless tlìese chnngcs arc nradc:

One or more altcrnatives to the ploposerl design are available that rvill ¡troducc a pro.jcct that is

uscablc by the Âpplicant and is siruilar in qualitl'to development in the neiglrliorhood.(ss23.08.040.¡\.4)

'Ilre pro¡roscd development unrcasorrably c¡rc¡'oaches upon the ¡:rirrrary sccnìc vierv of'or¡l'property,rvhíchislocatcdacrossf'rornthcsouthcastcorneroftlreproject. (S23.08.0S.077.11)

'l-he project lails to minintizc the blockagc olviervs from ncarby lols ancl ¡rublic lighLs-oÍ'-rvay,(s30.20.060.8)

Thank you for your attcntion to this lunttcr

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Terry Plowden <tplowden@douglaswilson.com>Monday, May 26,201,4 t:32 PM

Joseph Smith1 2 0 5 C u ch a ra D rive - D R B -I4 -04 / CDP -L404 / LC-I401'

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CITY OF DEL MAR

PI.ANNING DËPARTMENT

Joe,

Although I am not a property owner directly impacted by the proposed project, I have been to the site, reviewedthe plans and Staff Report and I support this project. The design of the proposed home is compatible with theneighborhood and occupies a smaller footprint than the existing residence, thus respecting view corridors ofneighboring properties. I am very familiar with several homes designed and constructed by Flagg CoastalHomes in Coronado and they are truly exceptional properties. There's no doubt this home will be a significantimprovement to the neighborhood,

Kindly include this correspondence in the DRB package for Wednesday's meeting and please don't hesitate to

contact me if you have any questions,

Terry R. Plowden540 Serpentine Drive

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To: City of Del Mar1050 Camino del MarDel Mar, CA92014Attention: Joseph Smith and Design Review Board Members

RECEIVED

MAY 2 7 2tt4

CITY OF DEL MARPIåNNING DËPARTMENT

As a long-time resident, I feel very fortunate to live in Del Mar, where our properties areprotected against unreasonable light, noise, and the invasion of privacy. I live on thecorner of Cuchara Drive and Rimini Road, and am fearful that these property rights maywell be infringed upon by the proposed development at 1205 Cuchara Drivê.

The tall story poles have just recently been erected and indicate that the proposedresidence, decks, and spa have been extended to the very edge of the West-facingincline, This causes great concern. While I understand the desire to maximize a view, itis not necessary to hug the edge of the property. I know there is a view from the locationof the existing residence because, for a number of years, I have had my eucalyptustrees trimmed for the benefit of the previous owner.

All Del Mar residents prize their privacy. This proposed residence would deprive me ofprivacy in my yard, as well as within a fenced patio and the interior of my home. Pleasesee the attached photo taken from inside the master bedroom, with the story poles

indicating the proximity of the proposed residence, The guest bedroom, next to mine, is

similarly impacted. The heights of the story poles also indicate an extensive loss of sky

view from my home.

Even more serious than the lack of privacy is the problem of lighting and noise. With thelocation of the large spa and the expansive decks, this proposed second home promises

to þe a very attractive location for outdoor living and entertaining. I am certain that thelevels of lighting and noise would be nearly intolerable in this quiet, privacy-valuedneighborhood.

I respectfully request that you work with my neighbors and with me to ensure thecontinued valuable quality of life that we enjoy here in Del Mar.

Respectfully subm itted,

Donna West1215 Cuchara DriveDel Mar, CA92014858.755.9498west. emai l@road runner. com

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Jose Smith

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Subject:

Dennis Cruzan < cruzan@cruzan.co >

Wednesday, May 28, 2OL4 LL:25 AMJoseph Smith

rjsplanning@gmail.com; wruh@aequitascapital.comBill & Lisa Ruh redevelopment of 1205 Cuchara

Dear Mr. Smith-

Although I am not a property owner directly impacted by the proposed project, I have been to the site and am familiarwithMr.Ruh'splansfortheproperty. Thedesignoftheproposedhomeiscompatiblewiththeneighborhoodandoccupies a smaller footprint than the existing residence. I am very familiar with several homes designed and

constructed by Flagg Coastal Homes in Coronado and they are truly exceptional properties. There's no doubt this home

will be a significant improvement to the neighborhood, We look forward to an improvement to this site.

Dennis Cruzan

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Jose Smith

From:Sent:To:Subject:

David Gamboa <david@gamboafamily.com>

Wednesday, May 28,2014 11:3L AMJoseph Smith; rjsplanning@gmail.com1205 Cuchara

RECEIVED

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CITY OF DEL MARPljNNING DEPARTMENT

Dear Mr, Smith,

MynameisDavidGamboa. lamtheownerof apropertylocated all,t1-gthStreetinDelMar. lamwritingonbehalf ofthe Ruh family who is in the process of redeveloping a Del Mar property they recently purchased located at L205

Cuchara. I want to first say thank you to your and your associates who diligently oversee the preservation of ourcommunity. As an existing owner, I am grateful for your efforts.

Regarding the Ruhs and their property in particular lwould like you and the planning committee to knowthat ourcoastal village is welcoming a wonderful family with the capacity to invest and improve to the highest standards ofquality and excellence. The Ruhs were my neighbors in Rancho Santa Fe for more than a decade and have been activeparticipates in preserving community and neighborly interests.

The Ruhs have employed a superlative developer, Flagg Coastal Homes, that has supported and lead the design and

improvement efforts of another endearing coastal community in San Diego, the island of Coronado. I have no doubtthat the Ruhs and the people at Flagg will work to develop a home of the highest construction standards whilerespecting our coastal environment and the interests of their immediate neighbors.

I have visited the site personally and have been briefed on the development plans. While my property is not directlyimpacted by the Ruh's project, I believe our entire city materially benefits from the Ruh's investment and more

importantly by their decision to join our community. I am proud to call the Ruhs my neighbors in Del Mar. The

Development Review Board should be confident in their development plans. Please include this correspondence in theDRB package for Wednesday's meeting. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have further questions or concerns.

Submitted Respectfully,

David Gamboa858.382.7107david (ôsa m boafa m i lv.com

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May 28,20t4

RECEIVED

MAY 2I 2014

CITY OF DEL MAR

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

City of Del MarDevelopment Review Board

To Whom It May Concern

Although I am not a property owner directly impacted by the proposed projecf Ihave been to the site of the 1205 Cuchara project reviewed the plans and StaffReport, and I support this project. The design of the proposed home is compatiblewith the neighborhood and occupies a smaller footprint than the existing residence,thus respecting view corridors of neighboring properties. I am very familiar withseveral homes designed and constructed by Flagg Coastal Homes in Coronado andthey are truly exceptional properties. There is no doubt this home will be asignificant improvement to the neighborhood.

Kindly include this correspondence in the DRB package for Wednesday's meetingand please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Jeffrey W, LunsfordResident123 Sea Orbit LaneDel Mar, CA920L4

Jose Smith

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Dear Mr. Smith

Jim Riedman <jriedman@phxg.com>

Wednesday, May 28,2014 11:38 AMJoseph Smith1205 Cuchara

RECEIVED

MAY 2I 2014

CITY OF DEL MAR

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

I am writing to express my support for the building project which is being proposed for 1205 Cuchara. My wifeand I have been residents of Del Mar since the beginning of 2006, owning a home on 1Oth street. Over thesepast years, we have seen a marked resurgence and vitality in Del Mar and I think the home being proposed onthis site is a further improvement to our community.

While I am not a property owner directly impacted by the proposed project, I have been to the site, reviewedthe plans and Staff Report and I support this project. The design of the proposed home is compatible with theneighborhood and occupies a smaller footprint than the existing residence, respecting view corridors ofneighboring properties. I am also familiar with several homes designed and constructed by Flagg CoastalHomes in Coronado and they are truly exceptional properties,

l'd ask that you include this correspondence in the DRB package for Wednesday's meeting and please don'thesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

James R. Riedmanjríedmon@phxg.comPhoenix Footwear Group, lncOfct 760.494.t?OO

Fqxr 760.804.9074Cell: 858.882.7t7t

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Joseph Smith

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J a nette White Shelto n <ja nette@shelto nfa mi ly.org >

Wednesday, May 28,2014 6:54 AM

Joseph SmithRuh building project

RECEIVED

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Dear Design Review Board-CITY OF DEL MAR

PLANNING DËPARTMENT

We are the homeowners of 690 Rimini Road. The house has been in our family since it was built in 1960, We are writing

to support the Ruh building project on Cuchara, The plans indicate an appropriately sized and beautiful home and we

are pleased with the adjustments they have

made in response to input from the neighbors. We believe this home

will enhance the neighborhood and urge you to support the project.

Thanks very much,

Doug and Janette White Shelton690 Rimini Road

Del Mar, CA92O14

Joseph Smith

From:Sent:To:Subject:

Rande Turner < randeturner@gmail.com>Tuesday, May 27,2014 8:46 PM

Joseph Smith1205 Cuchara DRB

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Dear Joseph Smith,

Please distribute to members of the DRB, our support of Bill and Lisa'Ruh's plannedconstruction of their new house at 1205 Cuchara. Ourfamily recently purchased t20LCuchara. Our house overlooks 1205 Cuchara and shares a dr¡veway for access. We wereaware of the proposed project and met with the Ruhs prior to closing on our purchase,We are in favor of the project and are thankful that the Ruhs and their Design/Buildteam made an effort to design the project in such a way that it preserved our Oceanviews. We look forward to having them as neighbors, I also hope that I will be able toattend Wednesday evening's hearing and support the project. I am also aware that theBlasingames are also in favor of the proposed new home. Our two homes, because ofthe terrain, are the two closest, and uphill neighbors of the Ruhs.

Sincerely,

Rande Turner

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Subject:

Gregg Wolfson < gwolfson@lmasandiego.com>Wednesday, May 28,2014 11:50 AMJoseph Smith; rjsplanning@gmail.comRuh, Williaml-205 Cuchara - Ruh residence

RECEIVED

MAY 2 I 2Ùi4

Del Mar DRB,CITY OF DEL MAR

PTANNING DEPARTMENT

I want to extend my support for the Ruh project located at 1205 Cuchara. While I do not live in the immediate vicinity I

am familiar with the property and have been to the residence on a number of occasions. The plans being submitted foryour review are considerably different from the originals. Through the CPP process the Ruh's plans reflect many

changes to accommodate the surrounding neighbors. The footprint of the home is the same as the existing residence,

the additional square footage is all underground, and the roofline is respective of the neighbors views.

The plans for this residence will be a significant improvement for the neighborhood

Sincerely,

Gregg Wolfson964 Crest Rd

Del Mar, CA92OL4

Gregg WolfsonVice President/GMLocal Media San Diego6160 Cornerstone Ct. East, Suite 150San Diego, CA 92121(Ph) 858-888-7072(Fax) 858-888-7098qwolfson@LMAsandieqo.com

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Joseph Smith

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Joseph SmithRuh Exterior Lighting AmendmentExterior Light Fixture Amendment - 1205 Cuchara.pdf

Follow upFlagged

RECEIVED

MAY 2 I 2014

CITY OF DEL MAR

PI.ANNING DEPARTMENT

Hello Joseph

I wanted to forward you an amendment that we made to our exterior lighting fixtures. These are just thefixtures attached to the house and not the landscape lights. We made the change to be more "dark sky" /"good neighbor" compliant. We were going to hand these out at the meeting yesterday.

I also included a 4" LED can light spec that better shows the Lumen rating and spectrum for our canlights. A DRB member was visiting the site and during discussions he mentioned that he was interested toknow what the lumens were for our cans.

Thanks JosephSee you next Wednesday.Dorian

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Laurie Blasingame <lblasingame@gmail.com>

Tuesday, June 03, 201-4 10:34 AM

Joseph SmithJohn OBrien

Design Review: 1205 Cuchara

City of Del Mar Planning Dept & Design Review Board -

On Wednesday, May 28,2OI4,lattended the Design Review Board meetingto speak in favor'of the projecton 1205

Cuchara. After3hoursthemeetingwasadjournedtoJune4thwhichwouldincludethediscussionofthe1205project' I

am unable to attend this upcoming meeting as lam scheduled to fly out of San Diego that afternoon.

The height of the project is higher than we would have liked, but with the removal of a tree and the under grounding of

the wires we believe our view will still be very nice, We like the design of thls new home and would like to see it built.

During the last meeting I heard a lot of talk regarding landscaping covenants. We think this is an excellent idea to be

applied to 1205 Cuchara in order to protect our view from future landscape overgrowth. We want to make sure that no

trees or shrubs will be planted in the future that willgrow to a mature height of 10 ft or above.

I spoke to John O'Brien about this issue and he was very positive in his response. He said he has worked with

landscaping covenants before and stated he would speak to the applicants Bill and Lisa Ruh very soon' John stated it

would not be a problem to get going on executing such an agreement and we would like the Design Review Board to

facilitate the creation of this covenant.

Thank you very much,

Laurie Blasingame694 Rimini Rd

Del Mar, CA92OI4406-253-8923lblasingame@email.com

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