Historical Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

The Historic Resources Review Board approved the Carmel River Inn project, which involves remodeling and additions to six historic cabins, with minor modifications to the draft resolution. The board also discussed the development of advisory policies for solar panels and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on historic properties.

About this meeting

Government Body
Historical Advisory Commission
Meeting Type
Historical Advisory Commission
Location
Monterey, CA
Meeting Date
April 21, 2026

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Tuesday, April 21, 2026

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SCHEDULED MATTERSItem 2

Nomination and election of Chair and Vice Chair

SCHEDULED MATTERSItem 3

DA260028 - CARMEL RIVER INN

Public hearing to consider recommending that the Chief of Planning approve a Design Approval to allow the remodel and additions to six existing historic cabins located at the Historic Carmel River Inn. Colors and materials to match each of the existing structures. Base wood siding consisting of dark brown, light grey and light brown, respectively, with different color trims consisting of mint green, white, peach, and yellow, respectively. Project Location: 26600 Oliver Road, Carmel (Assessor’s Parcel Number 009-563-005-000), Carmel Area Land Use Plan. Attachments: - Staff Report - Exhibit A - Draft Resolution - Exhibit B - Project Plans, Colors and Materials and Renderings - Exhibit C - Historical and Architectural Evaluation prepared by Kent Seavey, - Exhibit D - Focused Phase II Historic Assessment, prepared by Kent Seavey, dated November 10, 2025 - Exhibit E - Design Approval application with Site Photos - Exhibit F - Revised Elevations for the five cottages

OTHER MATTERSItem 4

Discussion of Solar Panels on Historic Properties.

OTHER MATTERSItem 5

Design Guideline Discussion for Accessory Dwelling Units(ADUs) on Historic Properties.