Kalway v. City of Berkeley

Opinion

STEIN, J.

Maarten Kalway inherited two contiguous parcels of land located on Panoramic Hill, Berkeley, an area designated part of the “Hill Hazardous Fire Area,” zoned ES-R (Environmental Safety Residential). Panoramic Hill is a steep area close to parks and wildlands. The zoning designation identifies it as an area with substandard vehicular access that is particularly susceptible to severe damage or destruction from fire and earthquake because of its steep topography and location. Panoramic Hill’s sanitary sewer capacity is inadequate. It has limited water pressure,, which, together…