The California Coastal Commission made the decision to back the Dana Point City Council approval to allow commercial core work to commence.
The renovations will move forward in Dana Point Harbor now that the California Coastal Commission denied two appeals on January 8. The appeals were filed after the November 18, approval by City Council of the harbor’s landside renovations’ coastal development permit.
One appeal was filed by the owner of Capo Beach Watercraft, William Byrd, who expressed concern over public access for his customers to harbor waterways. The other appeal dealt with the proposal for a boat barn, dry boat storage, and the heights of buildings. This was a continuation of a previous appeal and was filed by Boaters for Dana Point Harbor President Bruce Heyman.
Part of the $150m to $170m revitalization will include seven large buildings in place of 13 buildings that provide a commercial and support presence. The new building will add a 30,000 sq. ft space that can be used for commercial, retail, restaurant, and office space. Other changes will include a large park close to the waterfront, a two-level 545 parking space deck, and a 65-foot “boat barn” housing 400 boats.
The first phase is estimated to begin this year. Keeping residents apprised of what is happening and the advantages of the renovations will likely require brochure printing services.
