HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/9/2020 Item 4, Yeung
Purrington, Teresa
From:Marie Yeung <marieyeung@usa.net>
Sent:Monday, September 7, 2020 9:19 PM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Questions and comments for PC meeting on September 9, 2020 - Item 4
Dear City of SLO and Planning Commission,
Thanks for allowing the public to comment on the project (Item #4). The Toscano
Inclusionary Housing Project at 3065 Lucca Lane (referred to as Housing Project from now
on) is completely surrounded by the Toscano Development. Therefore, I appreciate the
design studio (Ten Over Studio) considered the architectural features of the surrounding
buildings.
I have some questions and comments about the setback requirement and density
bonus. The project requests both a reduction in setback requirement and a density bonus
of 89%, which is more than the originally stated 80% during the ARC review.
I assume a reduction in setback from five to four feet is not a problem in most
developments. However, for this particular project, there is a public trail on the
east side, which is immediately adjacent to Buildings #2 and #3. This trail is
projected to be more frequently used since it is where the pedestrian entrance of
the Housing Project will be. Will the setback be measured from the balconies on
the second floor? The corner of Building #3 is particular a concern. I wish the
Planning Commission would consider increasing the setback for this project to
enhance the enjoyment and safety of the residents living in these two buildings.
The project provides much needed affordable housing to our community.
However, it may be a concern when there are not enough parking spaces for the
Housing Project residents. Many SLO residents strive to use more public
transportation or other means to reduce the usage of their vehicles. The project
assumes one car and one bicycle space per dwelling unit. However, the reality is
that most dwelling units that are occupied by two or more residents will likely
have two vehicles or more. Besides, it is unclear how the vehicles can park or
exit smoothly by tandem parking. How will the resident whose car is parked in the
front spot get out if there is a car in the rear? The lack of sufficient parking spaces
and the tandem parking arrangement will be the source of argument among the
residents in the Housing Project. To cultivate a harmonic and thriving
neighborhood, I sincerely wish the Planning Commission would consider
reducing the density to allow for adequate and accessible parking spaces.
I believe my suggestions will enhance the life quality of the Housing Project
residents. Thank you for your consideration.
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Sincerely,
Marie Yeung
P.S. There is a factual error on p.233 of the Packet. Under the summary of context, the buildings in the
Toscano subdivision range from 1 to 2 stories, NOT 2 to 3 stories. The Housing Project will be situated among
other residential buildings of 1 to 2 stories, with a maximum height of 25’-27’. The proposed maximum
height of the structures in the Housing project is 29.5’.
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