HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 4a. Request to consider five sites for the rotating overnight safe parking pilot program (DIR-0612-2024;DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024)
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO CONSIDER FIVE SITES FOR THE ROTATING OVERNIGHT
SAFE PARKING PILOT PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING
HOMELESSNESS A SAFE PLACE TO TEMPORARILY PARK A VEHICLE OVERNIGHT
TO FACILITATE THE TRANSITION TO PERMANENT HOUSING
BY: Daisy Wiberg, Homelessness VIA: David Amini, Housing Coordinator
Response Manager Phone Number: 805-781-7524
Phone Number: 805-781-7025 Email: damini@slocity.org
Email: dwiberg@slocity.org
FILE NUMBERS: DIR-0612-2024 FROM: Tyler Corey, Deputy Director
DIR-0639-2024 Phone Number: 805-781-7169
DIR-0640-2024 Email: tcorey@slocity.org
DIR-0641-2024
DIR-0642-2024
APPLICANT: Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO)
REPRESENTATIVE: Jack Lahey, Homeless Services Director
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Draft Resolution approving five sites for the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking
Pilot Program, based on findings and subject to conditions of approval .
1.0 COMMISSION'S PURVIEW
On July 12, 2023, the Planning Commission approved a Safe Parking Program
(“Program”) Administrator Permit/Conditional Use Permit [Resolution No. PC-1079-23/
USE-0304-2023] (Program CUP) in accordance with Municipal Code Section 17.86.230
and consistent with the General Plan and the Homelessness Response Strategic Plan.
Individual safe parking site approvals that are to operate under the Program CUP are to
be considered through an administrative process for a Director’s Action Permit in
accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 17.108.030. However, when the Planning
Commission approved the Program CUP, the Commission requested that the first
Director’s Action Permits being proposed for the Program be referred to the Planning
Commission by the Director. Therefore, the Director has referred the request for the
Community Action Partnership of San L uis Obispo County (CAPSLO) to operate five
locations for the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program to the Planning
Commission at this time.
Meeting Date: 1/22/2025
Item Number: 4a
Time Estimate: 90 Minutes
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Item 4a
DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
2.0 SUMMARY
Since 2016, CAPSLO has operated a Safe Parking Program that provides overnight
parking for individuals experiencing vehicular homelessness. CAPSLO’s 40 Prado Safe
Parking Program currently provides overnight safe parking for up to 12 vehicles and RVs
on site at 40 Prado Homeless Services Center.
In addition to the 40 Prado Safe Parking Program, CAPSLO also operated the Railroad
Safe Parking Program under the City’s Emergency Proclamation from March 2021 to
August 2023 to provide safe shelter options for individuals experiencing homelessness
during the COVID-19 Pandemic. In advance of the Railroad Safe Parking Program
concluding in August 2023, CAPSLO and the City began collaborating with local faith
community partners to develop a Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program to
provide expanded safe parking opportunities at various sites throughout the community.
While host site locations and funding sources were being identified, CAPSLO applied for
a Conditional Use Permit to establish CAPSLO as a Safe Parking Program Administrator
to oversee Safe Parking sites at various locations throughout the City. On July 12, 2023,
the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. USE-0304-2023
(Program CUP) , which approved CAPSLO to operate a Rotating Overnight Safe Parking
Program (Program). As outlined in the Program CUP, a Director’s Action Permit
application is required for each proposed safe parking site to be considered for app roval.
Safe Parking locations added to the program are to be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
through a Director’s Action Permit to ensure that locations are consistent with Municipal
Code Chapter 17.10 Table 2-1 (Uses Allowed by Zone) and Chapter 17.86.230 (Safe
Parking Regulations). CAPSLO submitted Director’s Action Permit applications for the
first five sites being proposed for review as part of the Program and the Community
Development Director has referred the Director’s Action Permits to the Planni ng
Commission for consideration. An additional sixth site, located outside of City limits, is
also proposed to be part of the Program but does not require City permit approval. In
total, the proposed Program (see Attachment B) would consist of three sites on City-
owned property and three sites hosted by faith-based organizations as described below
in Table 1.
If any or all of the Director’s Action Permits are approved by the Planning Commission,
CAPSLO will execute Memorandums of Understanding with each property owner
outlining each partner’s responsibilities as well as site specific requirements and
conditions as directed by the Commission. Program implementation will be dependent on
funding availability.
The goal of the Program is to develop a model that can be replicated on a larger scale
countywide to address regional safe parking needs.
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Item 4a
DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
3.0 PREVIOUS REVIEW
3.1 CAPSLO Safe Parking Administrator Overview
On December 10, 2014, CAPSLO’s 40 Prado Homeless Services Center was approved
to include seven Overnight Safe Parking spaces (USE-0413-2014). The conditional use
permit was amended on January 24, 2024, to increase the number of safe parking spaces
from 7 to 12 spaces and to modify the hours of operation (MOD-0578-2023). The 40
Prado Overnight Safe Parking Program provides unhoused individuals a safe place to
temporarily park a vehicle overnight to facilitate the transition to permanent housing.
In addition to the 40 Prado Safe Parking Program, the City an d CAPSLO implemented
the Railroad Safe Parking Program in March 2021. The Railroad site was initially
established under the City’s Emergency Proclamation1 to provide safe shelter options for
individuals and families experiencing homelessness during the COVID -19 Pandemic.
The Railroad Safe Parking Program proved to be a viable safe parking model,
demonstrated through the following successful housing outcomes. From September 1,
2022, through June 1, 2023, the program averaged 15 vehicles per night and served an
average of 32 unique individuals every two weeks. Over that period, the program
connected 36 individuals with permanent housing, reunified 9 participants with family and
helped 5 individuals find jobs.
When the statewide COVID-19 emergency order was lifted, the City explored the option
to continue the Safe Parking program at the Railroad site. However, upon further review
with neighboring businesses and community members in proximity to the site, participants
of the program, and operators of the Union Pacific Railroad, it was determined that other
locations in the community may be more viable.
With the closure of the Railroad site, CAPSLO transitioned to operating the overnight safe
parking program solely at 40 Prado Homeless Services Center. From September 2023 to
September 2024, CAPSLO reported 55 program enrollments and 30 exits to housing. As
of December 2024, there were 232 households on the refe rral list for the 40 Prado Safe
Parking Program.
1 On August 18, 2020, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 11149 (2020 Series) affirming the
actions of the Emergency Services Director by Emergency Services Director Proclamation No. 5,
which was adopted on August 7, 2020. Through the two actions, the City found that emergency
measures were necessary to support and facilitate the expansion of safe parking facilities for
unhoused persons in order to minimize exposure to the elements that compromise health, to
minimize risks of sustained close contact and congregation to mitigate transmission of COVID-
19, and to advance social distancing and personal hygiene protocols necessary to prevent or
minimize the spread of COVID-19 and protect the public health, safety, welfare and economic
security of the citizens of San Luis Obispo.
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Item 4a
DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
Over the past year, CAPSLO worked with the City to identify various locations that could
accommodate the proposed Program including existing religious facilities, private
landowners, and City owned properties. The proposed Program would allow overnight
safe parking on a temporary rotating basis for an eligible property, which would further
minimize disruptions of operations at any one particular site. The proposed Program has
been modeled after successful rotating programs throughout the state, including the City
of Fremont’s Safe Parking Host Site Program which utilizes faith-based sites on a
rotational basis.
Per the Program CUP (USE-0304-2023) and consistent with the Zoning Regulations, the
Program would be allowed at the five proposed sites within the parameters described
below:
With approval of a Director’s Action Permit, at each site that demonstrates
compliance with all performance standards of Municipal Code Section 17.86.230
and with all requirements of the Program CUP, including;
o The Program CUP may be subsequently reviewed at an Administrative
Hearing if written complaints are received and substantiated by information
and evidence that a violation of the Program CUP or Municipal Code has
occurred.
o A maximum number of vehicles is to be established for each site.
o The hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. with check
in no earlier than 6:00 p.m.
o Participant vehicles shall maintain a minimum buffer of fifty feet from any
property that contains a residential use.
o Participants are to be connected to case management to facilitate
permanent housing placements and service referrals.
o Program Administrator shall implement a Neighborhood Relations Plan and
a Monitoring and Oversight Plan for each safe parking location.
o Access to water, restrooms, and trash facilities shall be maintained at each
site for participant usage during program hours.
3.2 Homelessness Response Strategic Plan
The City has established preventing and addressing homelessness as a key priority in
alignment with its Major City Goal for Housing and Homelessness and the SLO
Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness. According to 2024 Point in Time Count Data,
the number of people experiencing homelessness in the City of San Luis Obispo was 512
individuals. Of those individuals, 140 reported a vehicle as their sleeping accommodation
which accounts for 27% of the City’s homeless population. Countywide, 68% of the 1,175
individuals experiencing homelessness in 2024 were experiencing unsheltered
homelessness, meaning that they reside in places not meant for human habitation
including public spaces, vehicles, and abandoned buildings.
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DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
On March 21, 2023, the City Council adopted the Homelessness Response Strategic
Plan, which outlines the City’s role in implementing strategies to prevent homelessness
and connect individuals experiencing homelessness to services and housing. One of the
goals outlined in the Strategic Plan reads as follows:
“Collaborate with the County to develop scalable and replicable programs
to connect those experiencing homelessness to a variety of shelter and
housing options through timely outreach, and advocate for County
implementation of successful programs.”
The Safe Parking Program was specifically identified as a key task under the Str ategic
Plan with the intent of working with the faith-based community to develop safe parking
options throughout the community. The proposed Program is intended to implement the
objectives under the Strategic Plan. The County has been supportive of the program and
is in the process of identifying potential funding opportunities.
4.0 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Program Overview
CAPSLO, in partnership with the City of SLO and local faith-based organizations, will
operate the Program in coordination with the existing 12-space 40 Prado Overnight Safe
Parking Program at the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center. The Program will expand
overnight parking locations for households living in their vehicles by providing 12
additional parking spaces at rotating ‘host sites’. The proposed Program will operate
within the hours of 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. for site check-in and within the hours of 7:00 p.m.-
7:00 a.m. for vehicle parking. The Program will rotate monthly to sites hosted by faith-
based organizations and City owned properties. CAPSLO staff will oversee participant
referrals and intake, onsite check-in and check-out at host site locations, site monitoring,
program operations, and case management to assist in facilitating participants’ transition
to permanent housing.
The Program is intended to pilot for a duration of up to two years depending on funding
availability; however, the Program CUP and approved Director’s Action Permits for the
Program allow continuation without an end date. If during the proposed one to two-year
pilot timeframe, the program is successful in providing shelter, services and connecting
participants to housing options, CAPSLO intends to continue the Program pending
additional funding availability. It is also anticipated that if proved successful, CAPSLO
may request that it be scaled up to provide expanded capacity in the City by submitting
Director’s Action Permit applications for additional sites to be reviewed and considered.
CAPSLO may also explore ways to expand capacity throughout the county through other
programming and funding opportunities.
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DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
Participant Requirements
Program participants will be required to be 18 years of age and must have an active
Driver’s License, vehicle registration, and auto insurance2. Case management will be
required for program participation and all vehicles must be operable. A Megan’s Law
check (Registered Sex Offender Registry) will be completed for all participants and
individuals with this criminal background status will not be e ligible for participation.
Participants will be required to enter a behavior contract with CAPSLO, agreeing to
adhere to all program rules and policies (Attachment C; see also SLO Municipal Code
Section 17.86.230(E)(9)).
Liability Requirements
Each host site location will be listed as an additional insured on CAPSLO’s General
Liability Policy and provided with a Certificate of Liability.
CAPSLO will execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with each host site,
outlining any site-specific requirements. Operations will not commence at a safe parking
site until an MOU has been executed.
Traffic Control Requirements
Access to the designated safe parking area on each host site property will be limited to
program participants during the program hours of 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for check-in and
7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily to ensure the safety of participants and community members3.
CAPSLO will utilize temporary barriers to section off the designated safe parking area at
each host site location. The barriers will be put in place each evening and removed each
morning by CAPSLO staff.
Site Security
CAPSLO staff will be on-site to check-in participants from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. nightly
and to check-out participants4 between 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. each morning. CAPSLO
staff will also do periodic site checks approximately every 2 hours throughout the night to
verify participant vehicle information and address any on-site issues. A dedicated
CAPSLO staff member will be on call to address any on-site issues during program hours.
CAPSLO will also provide a designated point of contact that program participants and
community members may contact via phone or e-mail with any issues or concerns related
to the program (See Attachments D, E and F).
CAPSLO will assign a participant Site Captain to serve as the on -site point of contact.
The Site Captain will contact CAPSLO staff to report any issues or complaints. CAPSLO
2 Households with minors will be prioritized for shelter through the Housing Focused Shelter
Program at 40 Prado Homeless Services Center.
3 Some sites may have slightly modified hours to accommodate specific site operations. For
example, the City Corporation Yard site will accommodate the program from 6:00 pm to 6:00
a.m.
4 CAPSLO will require participant check-out for the Corp Yard from 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
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DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
staff and/or the Site Captain will contact 911 or the SLOPD Non -Emergency number to
report any incidents or issues – including non-participant entry into the parking lot and
transient individuals loitering in the safe parking area – and SLOPD will respond to
requests for enforcement. SLOPD will patrol host site locations as resources allow.
CAPSLO will issue parking permits to each participant to clearly identify registered
program participants. Vehicle information (make, model, license plate number) for all
confirmed participants will be provided to each host site and SLOPD on a monthly basis
for monitoring and enforcement purposes.
An ADA accessible portable restroom, wash station, and trash dumpster will be provided
at each site for participant use during site operation. Outside of program hours, locks will
be placed on the portable restroom and dumpster to prohibit use of the facilities by non -
program participants. Portable restroom, wash station and trash dumpsters will be
removed and relocated to each host site consistent with program rotation.
5.0 PROJECT ANALYSIS
The Program CUP included findings for General Plan consistency. Director Actions for
host sites must demonstrate consistency with the standards and limitations of the Zoning
Regulations and in accordance with the Program CUP. Staff has evaluated the project’s
consistency with relevant requirements and has found it to be in substantial compliance,
as discussed in this analysis.
5.1 Consistency with the Zoning Regulations and Program CUP
In accordance with Zoning Regulations Chapter 17.10.020 Table 2 -1 (Uses Allowed by
Zone), safe parking activities are conditionally allowed subject to a Conditional Use
Permit. In July 2023, CAPSLO was approved as a Safe Parking Administrator provided
host sites each met the zoning provisions and operated in accordance with Safe Parking
Regulations Section 17.86.230(C). The Program CUP also included that the maximum
number of vehicles be specified, the hours of operation would be from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00
p.m. for check in purposes and within 7:00 pm to 7:00 a.m. for vehicle parking.
Host Site Locations
Six sites have been identified as rotating host sites for the proposed Program, including
one site that is located outside of City limits. Prior to Program commencement, and upon
approval of the Director’s Action Permits, CAPSLO will execute a Memorandum of
Understanding with each site to ensure compliance with all Municipal Code and Program
CUP requirements.
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DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
Each host site will accommodate up to 12 vehicles. A site plan for each proposed location
is included in Attachment G and identifies the specific locations for each designated safe
parking area.
Municipal Code Section 17.10.020 Table 2-1 allows safe parking in every zone except
Agriculture (AG), Conservation/Open Space (C/OS) or Business Park (BP). No proposed
sites are located in the AG, C/OS, or BP zoning districts. Site location, ownership and
zoning information, anticipated frequency of program use, and hours of operation are
outlined in Table 1 below.
Table 1.
Host Site
Location /
Owner Zoning Allowed
Months of
Use Per
Year
Hours of
Operation
Calle Joaquin
Park and Ride
(Address: 1545
Calle Joaquin)
City of San
Luis Obispo
CT
Tourist Commercial
Allowed per CUP No.
0304-2023 with Director’s
Action
1-4 months
per year
6:00 p.m.
to
7:00 a.m.
City Corporation
Yard (Address:
25 Prado Rd)
City of San
Luis Obispo
PF
Public Facility
Allowed per CUP No.
0304-2023 with Director’s
Action
1-4 months
per year
6:00 p.m.
to
6:00 a.m.
Damon Garcia
Sports Complex
Parking Lot
(Address: 680
Industrial Way)
City of San
Luis Obispo
PF
Public Facility
Allowed per CUP No.
0304-2023 with Director’s
Action
1-2 months
per year
6:00 p.m.
to
7:00 a.m.
Journey Christian
Fellowship
(Address: 317
Foothill Blvd)
Journey
Christian
Fellowship
R-1
Low Density Residential
Allowed per CUP No.
0304-2023 with Director’s
Action
Allowed as accessory to
public assembly or
religious assembly facility
1-2 months
per year
6:00 p.m.
to
7:00 a.m.
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DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
Additional provisions required for all sites consistent with the City’s Safe Parking
Regulations and Program CUP are identified and discussed below:
Neighborhood Relations Plan
The City established the Good Neighbor Policy in order to maintain clear expectations
between the community and homeless services providers. As such, CAPSLO has
provided a Neighborhood Relations Plan for the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking
Program based on the mitigation tools outlined within the Good Neighbor Policy
(Attachment D, Neighborhood Relations Plan). The Neighborhood Relations Plan shall
apply to each location that is established through approval of Director Action.
Renovate Church
(Address: 2075
Johnson Ave)
Renovate
Church
R-2
Medium Density
Residential
Allowed per CUP No.
0304-2023 with Director’s
Action
Allowed as accessory to
public assembly or
religious assembly facility
1-2 months
per year
6:00 p.m.
to
7:00 a.m.
Congregation
Beth David
(Address: 10180
Los Osos Valley
Rd)
Congregation
Beth David
N/A –
County of San Luis
Obispo
Anticipated
1-2
months
per year
6:00 p.m.
to
7:00 a.m.
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DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
Monitoring and Oversight
A Monitoring and Oversight Plan for the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Program has
been submitted that includes security measures such as routine monitoring during
program hours, providing SLO Police Department with participant information, an on-site
participant site captain, etc. The Monitoring and Oversight Plan shall apply to each
location that is established through approval of Director Action. CAPSLO’s Monitoring and
Oversight Plan is included as Attachment E and condition No. 4 -h of the draft resolution
(Attachment A).
Required Findings
Below is a summary of site-specific information for each of the proposed safe parking
locations and a description of how each location meets the required findings outlined in
the attached resolution. Each site overview includes confirmation of the following
requirements: 50-foot buffer from safe parking vehicle spaces to properties with a
residential use, adequate on-site lighting, designated portable restroom and trash
receptacle location, and a designated ADA parking space.
1. Calle Joaquin Park and Ride (1545 Calle Joaquin)
The Calle Joaquin Park and Ride is a City-owned parking lot on Calle Joaquin near the
Hampton Inn & Suites. The surrounding parcels are zoned Tourist Commercial (C-T) and
Conservation/Open Space (C/OS), ensuring a 50-foot buffer between the proposed
locations of participant parking spaces and any property that contains a residential use
as required by the municipal code. The site is adequately sized to accommodate the 12
proposed spaces as well as the restroom and wash facility and trash dumpster. The
identified overnight safe parking spaces do not interfere with parking spaces allocated for
future electric charging. Entry and exit points have been identified for the site, and the
site provides appropriate access and egress for safe parking users. The site consists of
at least two lighting posts near the designated parking spots, which will provide adequate
lighting for the safe parking participants. See Attachment G for the site plan demonstrating
garbage bin and portable restroom locations, designated parking areas including one
ADA parking space, and entry/exit routes.
The Calle Joaquin Park and Ride site will be prioritized for utilization during non-peak
tourism months to accommodate increased utilization of neighboring hotel properties.
2. City Corporation Yard (25 Prado Road)
The City Corporation Yard is a City-owned facility located at 25 Prado Road. The
surrounding areas consist of Service Commercial (C-S) and Office (O) zones, ensuring a
50-foot residential buffer. The site consists of a lighting post near the designated parking
spots. See Attachment G for the site plan demonstrating garbage bin and portable
restroom locations, designated parking areas including one ADA parking space, and
entry/exit routes. The designated parking spaces at the Corporation Yard were selected
to provide separation from the designated staff parking area. Proposed hours of operation
for this site are 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. as stated in condition 4-b of the draft resolution
(Attachment A). This is to accommodate staff arrival times at that facility, which begins
between 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. daily.
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DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
The City Corporation Yard site will be prioritized fo r utilization during the months of April
to September to accommodate potential increased staff utilization during inclement winter
weather.
Municipal Code Section 17.86.230(F)(3) requires sufficient distance between safe
parking facilities. This site is located across Prado Road from the 40 Prado Homeless
Services Center which includes an overnight safe parking facility. However, the 40 Prado
overnight safe parking area is in the rear parking lot of the 40 Prado HSC there is
adequate separation (more than 100 feet between the sites’ parking areas ). Further,
since both sites are managed by CAPSLO, the proximity allows more efficient monitoring
by CAPSLO staff.
3. Damon Garcia Sports Complex Parking Lot (680 Industrial Way)
The Damon Garcia Sports Complex is a City-owned facility located at 680 Industrial Way.
The surrounding areas are zoned Business Park (BP), Service Commercial (C-S), and
Community Commercial (C-C), which ensures a 50-foot buffer from residential use. The
site consists of various lighting posts for additional security. Designated parking areas
including one ADA parking space, garbage bin and portable restroom locations, and
entry/exit routes can be seen in the site plan (see Attachment G).
Traffic barriers will be utilized at this location to prevent non -participant entry into the
parking lot during program hours. Barriers will be installed by CAPSLO staff prior to check -
in and removed during check-out.
The Damon Garcia Sports Complex Parking lot will only be available for utilization during
the months of June and July when the facility is closed for maintenance. The designated
parking area was selected to accommodate maintenance equipment and materials that
will be stored in other areas of the parking lot during the facility’s maintenance closure.
4. Journey Christian Fellowship (317 Foothill Boulevard)
This property is owned by Journey Christian Fellowship. The surrounding uses are Low-
Density Residential (R-1) however the 50-ft. residential buffer between the safe parking
area and residential uses to the north, south, and west is met due to the large size of the
church property and non-residential use of church facilities. The property immediately to
the east at 335 Foothill contains a residential structure within the 50-foot residential buffer
to the east of the proposed vehicle parking area. This property is owned by Journey
Christian Fellowship; City staff have confirmed that it is not used as a residence and that
it is used for church programming on Sundays outside of the program’s hours (6 p.m. to
7 a.m.).
The site contains a light fixture by the designated ADA parking area for added security.
Designated parking areas including one ADA parking space, garbage bin and portable
restroom locations, and entry/exit routes can be seen in the site plan (see Attachment G).
The Journey Christian Fellowship site will be utilized during months that best
accommodate the congregation’s programming and services.
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Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
5. Renovate Church (2075 Johnson Avenue)
This property is owned by Renovate Church and the surrounding uses are Moderate -
Density Residential (R-2). The 50-foot residential buffer is met, and the designated
parking area located within the church parking lot was selected to maximize the buffer
from residential properties. The site contains two lighting structures that provide additional
security for the designated parking stalls, portable restrooms, and ADA parking space.
The site plan demonstrates the location of the designated parking area including one ADA
parking space, garbage bin and portable restroom locations, and entry/exit routes (see
Attachment G).
The Renovate Church site will be utilized during months that best accommodate the
congregation’s programming and services.
6.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed Program has been evaluated at each of the proposed site locations , and
as the Program is intended to serve as a Low Barrier Navigation Center, it is a use by
right/ministerial activity exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) by
California Government Code Section 65660(b), in accordance with CEQA Guidelines
Section 15268 (exemption for ministerial projects) and 15061(b)(1). Additionally, under
California Public Resources Code Section 21080.10(c) (pursuant to SB 1361), actions
taken by local agencies to approve a contract for providing services for people
experiencing homelessness are exempt from CEQA review. Issuing this Director’s Action
Permit will allow the City to enter into an agreement with CAPSLO to provide ser vices for
people experiencing homelessness. The project is also exempt under the Class 32
categorial exemption for in-fill development (CEQA Guidelines Section 15332.) Finally,
the project has no potential for causing a significant effect on the environmen t and is
therefore exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
7.0 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Since January 2023, City and CAPSLO staff have been meeting monthly with key
stakeholders from the faith community to discuss homelessness response priorities and
partnership opportunities, including safe parking. Through that stakeholder engagement
process, the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program model was developed and
refined.
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Item 4a
DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
In advance of this Planning Commission hearing, CAPSLO hosted a community
information session to inform property owners, tenants, and neighboring businesses of
the proposed program and to address any questions or concerns. Notices for the
community meeting were mailed to all tenants and property owners within 300 feet of
each of the proposed safe parking locations. The community information session was
held on January 15, 2025, at the CAPSLO office located at 1030 Southwood Dr in San
Luis Obispo.
Separate hearing notices were mailed to the same tenants and property owners withi n
300 feet of each of the five proposed locations informing them of the Planning
Commission hearing. Public notice of the hearing was also published in a widely
circulated local newspaper and hearing agendas for this meeting were posted at City Hall,
consistent with required notification procedures.
City staff also conducted outreach in person and via email to community partners and
businesses adjacent to each of the proposed safe parking sites.
8.0 OTHER DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
The proposed Program has been reviewed by various City departments and divisions
including Planning, Housing & Homelessness, Public Works, Utilities, Parks and
Recreation, Police, Fire, Parking, Code Enforcement, and the City Attorney’s Office. City
Public Works and Utilities, Parks and Recreation, and Transportation facilities are
included as proposed host sites. Comments received have been incorporated into the
draft resolution as conditions of approval.
Additionally, the proposed Program has been considered by the Homelessness
Response Steering Committee5 for consistency with the City’s Homelessness Response
Strategic Plan.
9.0 ALTERNATIVES
1. Continue determination. The Planning Commission could continue its decision on the
project application to provide time for staff or the applicant to provide additional
information if the Planning Commission does not feel it can make a decision at this
time. An action to continue the item should include a detailed list of additional
information or analysis required to make a decision.
2. Approve an amended resolution. The Planning Commission could amend the
conditions included in the attached resolution to address specific concerns.
5 The City’s Homelessness Response Steering Committee consists of the City Manager, City Attorney,
Police Chief, Fire Chief, Director of Public Works, Director of Parks and Recreation, Director of
Community Development, Communications Manager, Principal Planner and Homelessness Response
Manager
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Item 4a
DIR-0612-2024; DIR-0639-2024; DIR-0640-2024; DIR-0641-2024; DIR-0642-2024 – CAPSLO
Director’s Action Permit Applications for Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Planning Commission Report – January 22, 2025
3. Deny the project. The Planning Commission could deny the project. An action denying
the project should include findings that cite the basis for denial and should reference
inconsistency with the General Plan, Community Design Guidelines, Zoning
Regulations or other policy documents.
10.0 ATTACHMENTS
A - Draft PC Resolution Approving Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Sites
B - Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program Description
C - CAPSLO Participant Agreement
D - CAPSLO Neighborhood Relations Plan
E - CAPSLO Monitoring and Oversight Plan
F - Community Resource Overview
G - Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program Site Maps
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RESOLUTION NO. PC-XXXX-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN
LUIS OBISPO APPROVING FIVE SITES FOR THE ROTATING
OVERNIGHT SAFE PARKING PILOT PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES
INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS A SAFE PLACE TO
TEMPORARILY PARK A VEHICLE OVERNIGHT TO FACILITATE THE
TRANSITION TO PERMANENT HOUSING, WITH STATUTORY AND
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW;
APPLICANT CAPSLO; LOCATIONS 1545 CALLE JOAQUIN, 25 PRADO
ROAD, 680 INDUSTRIAL WAY, 2075 JOHNSON AVE, AND 317
FOOTHILL BLVD
WHEREAS, on December 10, 2014, the Planning Commission of the City of San
Luis Obispo approved a conditional use permit for the 40 Prado Homeless Services
Center (USE-0413-2014) that included 7 overnight safe parking spaces, to be
administered by the Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO), a
qualified social service provider; and
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2024, the Planning Commission approved an
amendment to CAPSLO’s conditional use permit to allow an additional 5 overnight safe
parking spaces at the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center; and
WHEREAS, on July 6, 2021, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 11264 (2021
Series), authorizing emergency actions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the
City and CAPSLO implemented the Railroad Safe Parking Program from April 2021 to
August 2023, under the City’s Emergency Proclamation to provide safe shelter options
for individuals and families experiencing homelessness during the COVID -19 Pandemic;
and
WHEREAS, on March 21, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 11403
approving the Homelessness Response Strategic Plan that identifies the need for
additional safe parking locations in conjunction with San Luis Obispo County’s
Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness; and
WHEREAS, on July 12, 2023, the Planning Commission approved a Conditional
Use Permit (USE-0304-2023) to establish CAPSLO, a qualified social services provider
with a proven track record of successfully facilitating the transition to permanent housing
for participants of their operating overnight safe parking program in the City, as the
Overnight Safe Parking Program Administrator to oversee overnight safe parking sites at
various locations in the City in addition to the overnight safe parking program at the 40
Prado Homeless Services Center; and
WHEREAS, 2024 Point-in-Time Count data demonstrated the continued need for
safe parking opportunities to accommodate the 140 individuals who reported a vehicle as
their sleeping accommodation in the City of San Luis Obispo; and
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WHEREAS, the Community Development Director has received and referred the
request for Director’s Action for the initial inclusion of five proposed sites as part of the
Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Program to the Planning Commission pursuant to San
Luis Obispo Municipal Code (SLOMC) § 17.108.010; and
WHEREAS , on January 22, 2025, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis
Obispo conducted a public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street,
San Luis Obispo, California, for the purpose of considering Director’s Action application
numbers DIR-0612-2024, DIR-0639-2024, DIR-0640-2024, DIR-0641-2024 & DIR-0642 -
2024; and
WHEREAS , notice of said public hearing was made at the time and in the manner
required by law; and
WHEREAS , the Planning Commission has duly considered all evidence, including
the testimony of the applicant, interested parties, and the evaluation and
recommendations by staff, presented at said hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , by the Planning Commission of the City
of San Luis Obispo as follows:
Section 1. Environmental Review.
The proposed Program has been evaluated at each of the proposed site locations , and
as the Program is i ntended to serve as a Low Barrier Navigation Center, it is a use by
right/ministerial activity exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) by
California Government Code Section 65660(b), in accordance with CEQA Guidelines
Section 15268 (exemption for ministerial projects) and 15061(b)(1). Additionally, under
California Public Resources Code Section 21080.10(c) (pursuant to SB 1361), actions
taken by local agencies to approve a contract for providing services for people
experiencing homelessness are exempt from CEQA review. Issuing this Director’s Action
Permit will allow the City to enter into an agreement with CAPSLO to provide services for
people experiencing homelessness . The project is also exempt under the Class 32
categorial exemption for in-fill development (CEQA Guidelines Section 15332.) Finally,
the project has no potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and is
therefore exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
Section 2. Findings. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the
proposed five sites for inclusion in the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program are
consistent with findings required for Directors Action per SLOMC Section 17.108.040,
Conditional Use Permit (USE-0304-2023) and meet all requirements of SLOMC
17.86.230 for Safe Parking for the purposes of facilitating the transition to permanent
housing based on the following facts:
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Findings for Director ’s Action (SLOMC 17.108.030)
1. Complete application packages have been received by the C ity including
information and materials specified by SLOMC 17.86.230 allowing a thorough
review of the proposed request;
2. The application was reviewed for location, design, configuration on the effect
of the proposed action on adjacent properties, in compliance with SLOMC
17.86.230; and
3. City staff have performed on-site inspections for the proposal and have
confirmed the request complies with all of the applicable criteria and provisions
identified in SLOMC Chapter 17.108.
I. 1545 Cal le Joaquin
1. The site is part of the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program operated by
CAPSLO, an organization with demonstrated success operating overnight safe
parking programs in the City, and who has submitted a site plan, hours of
operation, a Monitoring and Oversight Plan, and a Neighborhood Relations Plan
as required in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230;
2. The site location meets SLOMC 17.10.020 Table 2 -1 because it is located in the
Tourist Commercial (CT) district and will accommodate 12 vehicle spaces and
operate between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.;
3. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, the property conforms to the 50-
foot residential buffer standards in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and
SLOMC 17.86.230;
4. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, participants will have access to
restrooms, as well as water and trash facilities during program operati ng hours;
5. As conditioned, all program participants will be enrolled in case management to
facilitate transition to permanent housing; and
6. As conditioned, CAPSLO will require, and all program participants will provide
sufficient participant and vehicle information and agree to the rules of program
operation in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230 prior to
site operation.
II. 25 Prado Road
1. The site is part of the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program operat ed by
CAPSLO, an organization with demonstrated success operating overnight sa fe
parking programs in the City, and who has submitted a site plan, hours of
operation, a Monitoring and Oversight Plan, and a Neighborhood Relations Plan
as required in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230;
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2. The site location meets SLOMC 17.10.020 Table 2 -1 because it is located in the
Public Facilities (PF ) district and will accommodate 12 vehicle spaces and operate
between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.;
3. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, the property conforms to the 50 -
foot residential buffer standards in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and
SLOMC 17.86.230;
4. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, participants will have access to
restrooms, as well as water and trash facilities d uring program operating hours;
5. As conditioned, all program participants will be enrolled in case management to
facilitate transition to permanent housing; and
6. As conditioned, CAPSLO will require, and all program participants will provide
sufficient participant and vehicle information and agree to the rules of program
operation in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230 prior to
site operation.
III. 680 Industrial Way
1. The site is part of the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program operated by
CAPSLO, an organization with demonstrated success operating overnight safe
parking programs in the City, and who has submitted a site plan, hours of
operation, a Monitoring and Oversight Plan, and a Neighborhood Relations Plan
as required in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230;
2. The site location meets SLOMC 17.10.020 Table 2 -1 because it is located in the
Public Facilities (PF ) district and will accommodate 12 vehicle spaces and operate
between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.;
3. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, the property conforms to the 50 -
foot residential buffer standards in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and
SLOMC 17.86.230;
4. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, participants will have access to
restrooms, as well as water and trash facilities during program operating hours;
5. As conditioned, all program participants will be enrolled in case management to
facilitate transition to permanent housing; and
6. As conditioned, CAPSLO will require, and all program participants will provide
sufficient participant and vehicle information and agree to the rules of program
operation in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230 prior to
site operation.
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IV. 2075 Johnson Ave
1. The site is part of the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program operated by
CAPSLO, an organization with demonstrated success operating overnight safe
parking programs in the City, and who has submitted a site plan, hours of
operation, a Monitoring and Oversight Plan, and a Neighborhood Relations Plan
as required in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230;
2. The site location meets SLOMC 17.10.020 Table 2 -1 because it is located in the
Medium Density Residential (R-2) district, accessory to a religious assembly facility
use, and will accommodate 12 vehicle spaces and operate between the hours of
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.;
3. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, the property conforms to the 50 -
foot residential buffer standards in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and
SLOMC 17.86.230;
4. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, participants will have access to
restrooms, as well as water and trash facilities during program operating hours;
5. As conditioned, all program participants will be enrolled in case management to
facilitate transition to permanent housing; and
6. As conditioned, CAPSLO will require, and all program participants will provide
sufficient participant and vehicle information and agree to the rules of program
operation in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230 prior to
site operation.
V. 317 Foothill Blvd
1. The site is part of the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program operated by
CAPSLO, an organization with demonstrated success operating overnight safe
parking programs in the City, and who has submitted a site plan, hours of
operation, a Monitoring and Oversight Plan, and a Neighborhood Relations Plan
as required in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230;
2. The site location meets SLOMC 17.10.020 Table 2 -1 because it is located in the
Low Density Residential (R-1) district, accessory to a religious assembly facility
use, and will accommodate 12 vehicle spaces and operate between the hours of
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.;
3. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, the property conforms to the 50 -
foot residential buffer standards in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and
SLOMC 17.86.230;
4. As conditioned and shown on submitted site plan, participants will have access to
restrooms, as well as water and trash facilities during program operating hours;
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5. As conditioned, all program participants will be enrolled in case management to
facilitate transition to permanent housing; and
6. As conditioned, CAPSLO will require, and all program participants will provide
sufficient participant and vehicle information and agree to the rules of program
operation in conformance with (USE-0304-2023) and SLOMC 17.86.230 prior to
site operation.
SECTION 3. Action. The Planning Commission hereby grants final approval to the
project with incorporation of the following conditions:
1. This Director’s Action Permit can be referred to the Planning Commission for review
if the City receives substantiated written complaints from any citizen, Code
Enforcement Officer, or Police Department employee, which includes information
and/or evidence supporting a conclusion that a violation of this Director’s Action
Permit or of City ordinances or regulations has occurred, or due to Police
Department response. At the time of review, to ensure compliance with applicable
laws and conditions of Director’s Action Permit, conditions of approval may be added,
deleted, or modified, or the Director’s Action Permit may be revoked.
2. The project sites shall comply with all applicable conditions established under
Planning Commission Resolution No. PC -1079-2023 (USE-0304-2023).
3. The cumulative duration of operation at each safe parking site as part of the CAPSLO
Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program shall be limited to no more than 120
days annually, beginning within one year of the approval date of this Director’s Action
Permit, and annually thereafter. Expansion, modification and/or change of the use,
not substantially in conformance with this permit, shall require review and approval
by the Community Development Department.
4. To ensure project compliance with USE -0304-2023 and SLOMC 17.86.230, a
Memorandum of Understanding shall be executed between CAPSLO and the
property owner for each host site. The Memorandum of Understanding shall
memorialize the following rules and requirements for each site:
a. The maximum number of vehicles allowed as part of the Safe Parking
Program shall be twelve (12) vehicles. The layout of the Safe Parking
Program at the subject location shall be in substantial compliance with the
approved site plan. Each site plan shall identify the location of the portable
restroom, hand washing station, and trash and recycling facilities, as well
as the designated ADA accessible parking space.
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b. The hours of operation for the Safe Parking Program at the subject location
shall be limited to 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (with the exception of the 25 Prado
site, which shall be limited to 7:00 p .m. to 6:00 a.m.). Check-in for the
program shall not occur any earlier than 6:00 p .m.
c. Signage shall be posted at each site that provides a description of the
approved program and contact information for CAPSLO and the site host.
d. No stormwater discharges shall be permitted; no leaks, spills, or other
dumping shall occur. No vehicle maintenance activities shall be allowed.
Any violations shall be the responsibility of CAPSLO.
e. Noise-generating activities that violate the City’s Noise Ordinance shall be
prohibited.
f. The Program Administrator shall implement the Neighborhood Relations
Plan for the Safe Parking Program. Any changes to the Neighborhood
Relations Plan shall be approved by the Community Development Director.
g. The Program Administrator shall ensure that all participants acknowledge
and sign the Participant Agreement prior to participation. The Participant
Agreement shall include all terms and conditions set forth in SLOMC
17.86.230(E)(9). Any changes to the Participant Agreement shall be
approved by the Community Development Director.
h. The Program Administrator shall implement a Monitoring and Oversight
Plan for the Safe Parking Program.
i. Any changes to the Overnight Monitoring Plan shall be approved by the
Community Development Director. The Program Administrator shall provide
restroom, water, and trash facilities for participant use during program
hours. Trash and restroom maintenance shall be provided at least twice per
week, or as otherwise stipulated by the Public Works Director. Restrooms
and trash facilities may be stored on site during the duration of the program
and shall be locked and secured from any public use outside of the program
operating hours, subject to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director.
j. The subject property shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner at
all times, free of excessive leaves, branches, and other materials. The
Program Administrator shall be responsible for the clean-up of any
landscape material in the public right-of-way, subject to the satisfaction of
the Public Works Director.
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5. Indemnification. The Program Administrator shall defend, indemnify, and hold
harmless the City and/or its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action,
or proceeding against the City and/or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set
aside, void or annul, the approval by the City of this project, and all actions relating
thereto, including but not limited to environmental review (“Indemnified Claims.”) The
City shall promptly notify the applicant of any Indemnified Claim upon being
presented with the Indemnified Claim and the City shall fully cooperate in the defense
of the Indemnified Claim.
6. Expiration of Entitlement. If the Program is not implemented withing three years of
this discretionary action, the approval shall expire. Requests for renewals may be
granted in conformance with Section 17.104.070.
On motion by Commissioner ___________, seconded by Commissioner
_____________, and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
REFRAIN:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 22nd day of January 2025.
_____________________________
Tyler Corey, Secretary
Planning Commission
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Program Description
A. Purpose and Intent. The Director’s Action Permit for the Safe Parking Facility at the
site locations listed below will provide homeless households (individuals & families)
with vehicles a safe place to temporarily park overnight to help facilitate the transition
to permanent housing. This program is focused on serving individuals; families who
need these services will not be turned away but will be referred to more appropriate
programming. These standards and requirements are intended to ensure that safe
parking facilities will be compatible with surrounding uses and effective at facilitating
participants’ transition to permanent housing.
1. Calle Joaquin Park and Ride, 1545 Calle Joaquin
2. City Corporation Yard, 25 Prado Rd
3. Damon Garcia Sports Complex Parking Lot, 680 Industrial Way
4. Journey Christian Fellowship, 317 Foothill Blvd
5. Renovate Church, 2075 Johnson Ave
B. Permit Required. The establishment of any safe parking site shall require a Director’s
Action Permit approval where allowed, consistent with Municipal Code Chapter 17.10,
Table 2-1: Uses Allowed by Zone.
C. Accessory Use in Residential Zones. The safe parking program sites are located
within the Tourist Commercial (C-T), Public Facility (PF), Medium Density Residential
(R-2), and Low Density Residential (R-1) zones. Per the City’s Zoning Regulations
Section 17.86.230, if located in the R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-4 zones, safe parking is only
allowed when accessory to a public assembly or religious assembly facility.
1. Calle Joaquin Park and Ride, 1545 Calle Joaquin (C-T)
2. City Corporation Yard, 25 Prado Rd (PF)
3. Damon Garcia Sports Complex Parking Lot, 680 Industrial Way (PF)
4. Journey Christian Fellowship, 317 Foothill Blvd (R-1)
5. Renovate Church, 2075 Johnson Ave (R-2)
D. Application Requirements. Whenever CAPSLO (or, a property owner who is
affiliated with CAPSLO) submits a Director’s Action Permit application for
consideration under the Safe Parking Program Administrator Permit, as a part of the
application, sufficient information shall be submitted to the Community Development
Department to determine whether the proposed safe parking facility complies with the
provisions of the Municipal Code Chapter 17.86 (Safe Parking Regulations). In
addition to the required Director’s Action Permit application checklist items, the
application will include the following:
1. Site plan indicating the location of trash and recycling facilities, water, restroom
facilities, exterior light fixtures, location and distances to residential properties,
public transportation, and location of designated overnight parking spaces.
2. Hours of operation.
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3. Monitoring and Oversight Plan.
4. Neighborhood Relations Plan.
5. Sufficient information to determine that the property owner is affiliated with
CAPSLO to manage the site and meet the performance standards identified in
Safe Parking Regulations.
6. Any other information the Director may determine is necessary to ensure
compliance with the provisions of the Safe Parking Regulations.
E. Performance Standards.
1. Social Services Provider. CAPSLO has been funded by the City and County to
provide homeless day and sheltering services for approximately 20 years. In
addition, CAPSLO has provided case management services to homeless
individuals and families for over 10 years.
2. Case Management. CAPSLO will ensure that all Safe Parking Program
participants are required to be enrolled in case management to facilitate the
transition to more permanent housing.
3. Background Check. CAPSLO will ensure that a 290/Megan’s Law (Registered
Sex Offender Registry) background check is complete for all Safe Parking Program
participants (see CAPSLO Safe Parking Program Screening form). The Safe
Parking Program will not accommodate participants with this criminal background
status.
4. Restroom, Water and Trash Facilities. CAPSLO in partnership with the City of
San Luis Obispo will ensure that restrooms, water, and trash facilities will be
provided for evening use, and that regular trash and restroom maintenance is
provided.
5. Residency Preference. CAPSLO will ensure that preference is given to local
residents (with proof of residency in the County for a minimum period of six months
within the last two years). Residency preferences will be verified during the case
management intake process.
6. Buffer from Residential Use. CAPSLO will ensure that the safe parking facilities
are located at least 50 feet from the nearest property which contains residential
uses.
7. Authorized Vehicles Only. CAPSLO will ensure that only vehicles registered in
the program are parked overnight during the program hours (one vehicle per
program participant at the site).
8. Participant Information. CAPSLO will maintain an updated roster of names and
vehicle numbers of all participants who are authorized to park overnight, the roster
will be located at the CAPSLO offices located at Prado Homeless Services Center.
9. Written Agreement with Participants. Only participants who have entered into a
written agreement with CAPSLO shall be allowed to use parking spaces overnight.
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The written agreement between CAPSLO and participants shall include, but not
limited to, the following terms and conditions:
a. Only one vehicle is allowed per participant , exceptions to this may be
authorized by CAPSLO on a case-by-case basis.
b. At least one participant per vehicle shall possess a current driver’s license,
vehicle registration, and insurance for the vehicle that will be parked overnight.
CAPSLO will keep a copy of all three on record.
c. Vehicles may only be occupied by participants and approved registered
household members. Guests shall not be allowed.
d. Participants shall not use or possess any illegal drugs or alcohol either on their
person or in their vehicle.
e. Participants shall not use or possess any weapons or firearms of any kind in
program vehicles.
f. No fires of any kind shall be allowed.
g. No music may be played that is audible outside participants’ vehicles.
h. No cooking or food preparation shall be performed outside of the participants’
vehicles. Cooking inside vehicles is prohibited unless the vehicle was
manufactured with cooking appliances.
i. Camping tarps or equipment beyond the participant’s vehicle are prohibited.
j. Participants shall maintain control of animals. Animals shall be kept on a leash
at all times and animal waste shall be picked up immediately and disposed of
properly.
k. Participants shall not dump sewage or other waste flui ds or solids, deposit
excreta outside a vehicle, or park vehicles that leak excessive fluids (i.e.,
gasoline, transmission or radiator fluid, or engine oil).
F. Director’s Action Permit Considerations. Items to be determined by the Community
Development Director as part of each Director’s Action Permit review process on a
case-by-case basis shall include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Number of Vehicles Allowed. The total number of vehicles allowed at each safe
parking facility location. CAPSLO is proposing that the maximum number of
vehicles allowed as part of the Safe Parking Program at the subject location shall
not exceed twenty (12) vehicles.
2. Hours of Operation. The days and hours of safe parking facility operation.
CAPSLO is proposing that the hours of operation for the Safe Parking Program at
the subject location shall be limited to 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, check-in for the Program
shall not occur any earlier than 6:00 pm.
3. Separation between Facilities. Sufficient distance between existing residential
properties and proposed safe parking facilities. CAPSLO has ensured that the
program boundaries provide a 50-foot buffer from the closest residential property.
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4. Neighborhood Relations Plan. A Neighborhood Relations Plan has been
provided to address any complaints in a timely manner, including consistency with
any adopted good neighbor policy.
5. Monitoring and Oversight. A Monitoring and Oversight Plan has been provided
that outlines the security measures of the program at the subject location.
6. Restroom, Water and Trash Facility Plan. CAPSLO in partnership with the City
of San Luis Obispo will ensure that water, restrooms and trash facilities are made
available for participant use between the hours of 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. Tra sh and
restroom maintenance will be provided at least once per week. Restrooms and
trash facilities will be stored on site during the duration of the program and will be
locked and secured from any public use outside of the program operating hours.
G. Revocation of a Permit. CAPSLO acknowledges that the Director Action Permit can
be referred to the Planning Commission for reconsideration if determined by the
Director upon receipt of substantiated written complaints from any citizen, Code
Enforcement Officer, or Police Department Officer, which includes information and/or
evidence supporting a conclusion that a violation of the Conditional Use Permit, or of
City ordinances or regulations applicable to the property or operation of the facility,
has occurred. At the time of review, to ensure compliance with applicable laws and
conditions of Director’s Action Permit, conditions of approval may be added, deleted,
modified, or the Director’s Action Permit may be revoked.
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Homeless Services Division – Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program Participant Agreement
The Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program (ROSP) is a partnership between the Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo (CAPSLO), the City of San Luis Obispo (SLO) and local community partners. Only participants who have entered into a behavior
contract with a social service provider shall be allowed to use parking spaces overnight. By reviewing this document with CAPSLO staff
and signing it, you agree to abide by these program guidelines. You are welcome to a copy of this document at any point while
accessing services here. The behavior contract between the social service provider and the participant shall include, but not be limited
to, the following terms and conditions:
1. Authorized Vehicles Only. Parking check-in is from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. nightly, unless there are site specific check in
times which will be communicated to participants and partner agencies. Only vehicles registered in the program shall be
allowed to park overnight during program hours. No detached trailers will be allowed. CAPSLO staff will conduct periodic
site visits every 2 hours during the program hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
a. Only one vehicle is allowed per participant;
b. Vehicles may only be occupied by participants and approved registered household members; Vehicles must be
parked within a safe parking spot and not block the driving area of the lot or take up multiple spots; Guests shall
not be allowed.
c. No cooking or food preparation shall be performed outside of the participants’ vehicles. Cooking inside vehicles is
prohibited unless the vehicle was manufactured with cooking appliances; Camping tarps or equipment beyond the
participants’ vehicles are prohibited.
2. Restroom, Trash & Water. Restrooms, a trash bin, and a hand washing station shall be provided, maintained, and accessible
to participants during safe parking facility hours. It is the responsibility of participants to remove all trash from their space
upon leaving. No trash shall be left in the parking lot or around vehicles.
a. Participants shall not dump sewage or other waste fluids or solids, deposit excreta outside a vehicle,
or park vehicles that leak excessive fluids (i.e., gasoline, transmission or radiator fluid, or engine oil).
b. Restroom and trash facilities will be locked outside of program hours.
3. Identification, Insurance, and Criminal Background. At least one participant per vehicle must possess a current driver’s
license, auto registration, and auto insurance. Participants must have a current form of ID.
a. A 290/Megan's law check (Registered Sex Offender Registry) must be completed for all participants; this program
cannot accommodate participants with this criminal background status.
4. Safe Space. All participants are expected to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
a. Participants shall not use or possess any illegal drugs or alcohol on their person or in their vehicle;
b. Participants shall not use or possess any weapons or firearms of any kind on their person or in their vehicle;
c. No fires of any kind shall be allowed;
d. No physical violence of any kind shall be allowed;
e. No music may be played that is audible outside participants’ vehicles; SLO City has a noise ordinance in effect
beginning at 10 pm - you are beholden to that ordinance.
f. Initials ___________
5. Animals. Participants shall maintain control of animals. Animals shall be kept on a leash or lead at all times, and animal
waste shall be picked up immediately and disposed of properly. Initials ___________
6. Good Neighbor Policy. All Safe Parking participants must abide by our Good Neighbor Policy (GNP). GNP includes the
following: Vehicles shall maintain a minimum buffer of fifty feet from any property that contains residential use; All vehicles
and bicycles must be out of the neighborhood and not encamped (defined as a 1/2 mile radius from the safe parking host
site) outside of program hours between 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; You, your vehicle, and your belongings must leave the
area/neighborhood when you do; Do not park your vehicle (of any type) or bicycle, on the property of any local business
(defined as a 1/2 mile radius from the safe parking site). Initials ___________
a. All safe parking participants must maintain safe, respectful, and courteous all neighbors, fellow safe parking
participants, and CAPSLO staff/volunteers; they should expect this, in return, from all parties mentioned above.
Initials _______
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7. Participant Information. CAPSLO shall maintain a roster of each safe parking participant authorized to park overnight,
including names and vehicle license numbers, which will be provided to the City of San Luis Obispo and rotating host sites.
All participants will also be offered to complete the Coordinated Entry Assessment to gather information about their
current situation, enroll in Case Management, and allow for referrals to appropriate agencies within the community.
8. Time limited Program: The CAPSLO Safe Parking Program is a time-limited housing focused program, with an initial, 30-day
program enrollment.
a. All safe parking participants are initially enrolled in the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center Safe Parking Program
b. After the initial 30-day period, program participants will have the opportunity to enter a 90-day, housing-focused
case management plan.
c. After the initial 30-day period, participants may be eligible or referred to the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking
Program if that is a better fit for participant needs.
d. If, after 90 days, a participant has demonstrated that they are actively engaging with their case manager but have
not achieved their housing focused goals, a 30-day extension will be granted at the discretion of CAPSLO,
regardless of site.
e. If, after 90 days, a participant has demonstrated they are unwilling to work with their assigned case manager
towards realistic housing solutions, they will be exited from the safe parking program but may still be eligible for
re-enrollment at a later date and may still be eligible for participation in other CAPSLO programs.
9. Case Management. All Safe Parking participants are enrolled in housing-focused outreach case management (CM). CAPSLO
uses a client-centered approach to its CM and will work with participants on their goals to achieve more stable housing. All
participants will be given information on community resources and will be eligible to have full use of the Prado HSC Access
Center.
10. Emergencies. In cases of life-threatening emergencies, medical emergencies, or extreme circumstances, please call SLO PD
Emergency (911); If there is a crisis that does not amount to an emergency as outlined above (e.g., someone who is using
the parking lot that is being disruptive or is not registered with CAPSLO) call CAPSLO: 805.544.4004 X2.
a. A dedicated CAPSLO staff member will conduct periodic site visits every two hours during program hours.
b. Please follow up with CAPSLO staff during check-in/check-out times to bring any issues or incidents to staff’s
attention. Initials ___________
11. Site Captain. In the spirit of the CAPSLO values of inclusion and self-sufficiency, this program is run in PARTNERSHIP with
participants and the unhoused community. CAPSLO designates a participant who has been consistent with their
enrollment, has shown initiative with their desire to enroll in case management, and has embodied the spirit of shared
respect and responsibility as the designated Site Captain. The Site Captain supports staff in maintaining the site, which
includes moving barricades, monitoring the portable restroom and trash dumpster, and communicating with CAPSLO on
any site issues. This participant receives compensation for their efforts by CAPSLO and is a fully volunteer-based role in the
program. The Site Captain assignment may shift depending on CAPSLOs, the program’s, or the participant’s needs.
12. Rule Violations & Paneling. For violations of any of the site rules and guidelines, CAPSLO will issue you a Rule Notification
and record all incidents on site within the CAPSLO Database. CAPSLO may ask you to leave and submit a panel request for
reentry into Safe Parking services if any of the following occur: Initials ___________
a. Repeatedly, or seriously, violating the guidelines and not taking corrective suggestions from staff.
b. Violence or threats of violence towards staff, volunteers, neighbors, or other guests.
c. Breaking another guest's confidentiality.
d. Theft or destruction of property on-site or in the surrounding neighborhood; Acts of vandalism, disruptive
behavior, stealing, or violence to nearby businesses or residences.
e. Conducting a business out of the program site, legal or illegal.
f. Any other actions or behaviors that have been deemed a threat to their safety and health or the health and safety
of others.
13. Liability Waiver. Participants will be required to sign a release of liability per each host site which will be collected by
CAPSLO: Initials ___________
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V7. Current as of 1/15/25
I have read and agree to abide by the above agreement for the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program:
Participant Name (Print): Date:
Participant Signature:
Staff Signature: Date:
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COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
SAFE PARKING NEIGHBORHOOD RELATIONS PLAN
In order to mitigate potential impacts of the Safe Parking Program activities, the City of San Luis
Obispo and Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO) will implement
the following processes/procedures:
A. CAPSLO will provide various methods in which the community may contact the
organization. During business hours (Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm) concerned
community members can contact the CAPSLO administrative office to communicate any
concerns they may have. After business hours, CAPSLO maintains a confidential hotline
that can accessed via telephone (805.549.6899) or email (hotline@capslo.org). These
contacts are posted on the CAPSLO website (under Contact Us). All concerns are given to,
and reviewed by, Director of Community Programs, chief Operating Officer (COO) or
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and are promptly (within 24 business hours) addressed.
B. All concerns or complaints will be documented, with copies given to the Director of
Community Programs, Director of Homeless Services, and the COO or CEO, who review,
contact the complainant, and address the issue within 24 business hours.
C. All participants within the Safe Parking Program must initial and sign the Program Rules
which advises participants, in writing, of their obligation to comply with applicable laws
and established protocols which address and prevent repeated violation of laws, which have
adverse neighborhood or community impacts.
D. CAPSLO staff is provided with information pertaining to emergency contact procedures
during initial training. Police and/or Fire are always contacted in an emergency.
E. All host site facilities will undergo in-depth inspections by the facility staff, CAPSLO, and
the City before activating the Safe Parking site to determine program parameters and to
identify any issues or needs. On a monthly basis, CAPSLO and City staff will conduct a
monthly walk-through of facility needs. Emergency issues will be dealt with immediately.
All other facility maintenance needs will be addressed within the next 90 days.
F. The City of San Luis Obispo will mail all businesses within a ¼ mile radius of the Safe
Parking Host Sites their contact information should business owners have concerns
regarding the Safe Parking Program. In the case any changes occur to the Safe Parking
Program, neighboring businesses within the ¼ mile radius will be notified.
G. CAPSLO will meet whenever needed and requested by the City and/or other community
groups to review reports, issues and policies.
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COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
MONITORING & OVERSIGHT PLAN
In order to mitigate potential impacts of the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
activities, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO) will implement
the following processes/procedures:
A. CAPSLO staff will be on site during the check in (6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) and check out
(6:45 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.) portions of the program, and CAPSLO staff will perform the
following activities each night to ensure that the site has proper monitoring and oversite:
a. Conduct a safety assessment on all physical components of the site to ensure that
all materials are working.
b. CAPSLO staff, or designated CAPSLO volunteers, will facilitate the nightly check
in of all program participants and upload all registered participants into HMIS.
c. Ensure that all participants on site are registered with CAPSLO in the Rotating
Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program. No on-site registration will be permitted.
d. Unlock the locked bathrooms and dumpsters.
e. CAPSLO staff, with the assistance of the participant site captain, will set up any
needed traffic control barriers ensuring that they are fully erected by 7:00 p.m.
B. CAPSLO staff will conduct site visits approximately every 2 hours during program hours
to ensure that all vehicles on site are registered participants and to address any safety
concerns. A dedicated CAPSLO staff member will be on call during program hours. The
dedicated staff member will be located at 40 Prado Homeless Services Center outside of
the periodic site visits, but they will be available to address any on-site issues that arise.
CAPSLO staff will be responsible for calling SLO Police Department (SLOPD) to address
any emergency issues.
C. All participants within the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program must initial and
sign the Participant Agreement which advises participants, in writing, of their obligation
to comply with applicable laws and established protocols to address and prevent repeated
violation of laws, which have adverse neighborhood or community impacts.
D. In the spirit of the CAPSLO values of inclusion and self-sufficiency, this program is run in
partnership with participants and the unhoused community. CAPSLO will request a
participant who has been consistent with their enrollment, has shown initiative with their
desire to enroll in case management, and has embodied the spirit of shared respect and
responsibility volunteer for the role of Site Captain.
a. The Site Captain supports staff in maintaining the site, which includes moving
barricades, monitoring bathrooms and trash, and communicating with CAPSLO on
any site issues. This participant receives preference for participant incentives for
their efforts by CAPSLO. However, it is a fully volunteer-based role in the
program. The Site Captain assignment may shift depending on CAPSLOs, the
program’s, or the participant’s needs.
E. CAPSLO staff is provided with information pertaining to emergency contact procedures
during initial training. Police and/or Fire are always contacted in an emergency.
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F. All host site facilities will undergo in-depth inspections by the facility staff, CAPSLO, and
the City of San Luis Obispo to determine program parameters and to identify any issues or
needs.
a. CAPSLO will conduct a monthly walk-through of all facilities to identify
maintenance issues. CAPSLO will send notice to the Facility Owner Point of
Contact of any maintenance issues within the same day of discovery. It is the
expectation that the facility owner will fix health and safety issues within 3 days of
notice. All other facility maintenance needs will be addressed by the facility owner
within 90 days. If facility maintenance remains unaddressed, the site will be
ineligible for use until maintenance issues are resolved and reinspection occurs.
G. Security is addressed in a myriad of ways.
a. The site will have outdoor lighting to allow for vehicle identification and safe use
of the facilities.
b. The program roster will be shared with both the host site and SLOPD to allow for
SLOPD to address any unregistered parkers during the night.
c. All bathrooms and dumpsters will be locked when the program is not active –
between the hours of 7:00 am – 6:00 pm, daily.
d. CAPSLO staff will maintain contact with the designated Site Captain participant
during program hours. CAPSLO will have staff drive through the parking sites at
least three times on any given night of program operations.
e. The Site Captain will report to CAPSLO any unregistered vehicles or other rule
violations that occur at the site; CAPSLO will address issues on an individual basis
with program participants.
H. The program will be monitored based on performance metrics outlined by CAPSLO and
the City of SLO. The Director of Homeless Services and the Manager of Homeless
Services at CAPSLO will review weekly reports from program staff on the programmatic
and operational status of the program.
a. CAPSLO leadership, in partnership with the City of SLO, will make all needed
program modifications to uphold community and participant safety and wellbeing.
I. Participants of the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Program who are denied or suspended
from the program are provided with applicable resources and referrals for services offered
within the City and County.
J. CAPSLO will mail all property owners and tenants within a 300-foot radius their contact
information should any neighbor have concerns regarding the Rotating Overnight Safe
Parking Program. If any changes occur to the program, neighboring property owners and
tenants within a 300-foot radius will be notified.
K. CAPSLO will meet whenever needed and requested by the City and/or other community
groups to review reports, issues, and policies.
a. CAPSLO will provide quarterly reports on site conditions and program activities to
the City of SLO.
b. CAPSLO will provide an annual program summary that is available to the public.
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Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program
Community Resource Overview
FOR ISSUES RELATED TO ILLICIT OR THREATENING ACTIVITY
Please call 911 to report an emergency involving criminal behavior where the crime is in
progress, or the suspect is still on scene.
FOR NON-EMERGENCY ISSUES AT THE SAFE PARKING SITE DURING
PROGRAM HOURS (7PM TO 7AM)
Please call Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO)
(805)544-4004 ext. 2
FOR ISSUES RELATED TO PARKING ENFORCEMENT/OVERSTAY AT SAFE
PARKING SITE
Please call SLO City Parking Enforcement: (805)781-7230
FOR ISSUES RELATED TO DUMPSTER/PORTABLE RESTROOM MAINTENANCE
AT SAFE PARKING SITE
Please call CAPSLO
Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm: (805)544-4004 ext. 2
______________________________________________________________________
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Additional Homelessness Response Resources
FOR ISSUES RELATED TO TRESPASSING ON PRIVATE PROPERTY
Please file a PC 602 Form at: https://forms.slocity.org/Forms/L602 and call SLOPD for
trespassing enforcement:
(805) 781-7312
*An active PC 602 Form allows for proactive enforcement on your property; Renew every
12 months
FOR ISSUES RELATED TO NON-EMERGENCY ILLEGAL BEHAVIOR
Please call Non-Emergency Dispatch (805) 781-7312 to request SLOPD’s Community
Service Officers (CSOs) for issues related to open containers, litter, loitering, smoking in
public, etc.
FOR ISSUES RELATED TO MENTAL HEALTH & SKILLED OUTREACH
Please call SLOPD’s Non-Emergency Dispatch (805) 781-7312 to request one of the
following City outreach units (Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm):
Mobile Crisis Unit – Community Resources & Services Specialist and Licensed
Psych Tech (LPT)
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Community Action Team – Police Officer, Community Resources & Services
Specialist, and LPT
FOR ISSUES RELATED TO REMOVAL OF TRASH, GRAFFITI, STICKERS, AND
MESSES IN DOWNTOWN SLO:
Please reach out to the Downtown SLO Clean & Safe Program:
Ambassador Hotline: (805) 250-6467
FOR CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO HOMELESSNESS RESPONSE RESOURCES
Please visit slocity.org/homelessness for more information on resources and City efforts to
prevent and address homelessness.
FOR CAPSLO HOMELESS SERVICES
Please visit capslo.org/40-prado/ to learn more about resources offered at 40 Prado
Homeless Services Center and reach out to CAPSLO with any additional questions or
outreach needs:
(805) 544-4004 ext. 2
FOR ALL OTHER HOMELESSNESS RESPONSE ISSUES OR QUESTIONS
Contact Daisy Wiberg, City of San Luis Obispo Homelessness Response Manager, with
any additional questions or concerns:
Email: dwiberg@slocity.org
Phone: (805) 781-7025
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Rotating Overnight Safe Parking
Pilot Program
Planning Commission Hearing
January 22, 2025
Recommendation
Adopt the Draft Resolution approving five sites for
the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot Program,
based on findings and subject to conditions of
approval.
Background
CAPSLO Safe Parking Programs
40 Prado Safe Parking Program
•Currently in operation – 12
overnight safe parking spaces
Railroad Safe Parking Program
•Concluded – August 2023
Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot
Program
•Proposed – 12 overnight safe
parking spaces
Safe Parking Administrator Permit
Previous Review: In July 2023, the Planning
Commission approved the Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) establishing CAPSLO as a Safe
Parking Program Administrator to operate a
Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot
Program.
Director’s Action: To be eligible for the
program a Director’s Action Permit is required
in consideration of any new locations for
consistency with the Safe Parking Regulations.
The Director has referred this application to the
Planning Commission.
Program Overview
Expand overnight parking locations in
coordination with existing 40 Prado Safe
Parking Program
o 12 additional parking spaces
o Participant intake on-site at 40 Prado HSC
(no drop-in enrollments at host sites)
Rotating monthly between ‘host sites’
o Temporary overnight parking (7pm to 7am)
Case Management Required
o 30-day vetting process at 40 Prado
o Case-by-case referrals to Rotating Program
Participant Requirements
Participant Overview
18 years of age
Operable vehicle and active Driver’s License, vehicle
registration & auto insurance
Pass a Megan’s Law background check
Participant Agreement
Only registered vehicles (no guests allowed)
No alcohol/drugs/weapons/fires/cooking allowed
No music that is audible outside of vehicles
No dumping of waste fluids/solids outside vehicles
Pets must be kept on leash & waste properly disposed of
½ mile radius from site outside of program hours
Site Security
Neighborhood Relations Plan
• Provide CAPSLO contact
information
• Employee training
• Regular site inspections
• Neighborhood meetings
Monitoring & Oversight Plan
• Site visits approximately every 2
hours during program hours
• Participant list provided to SLOPD
• Parking permits & assigned parking
spaces
• No drop-in enrollments
• Restroom, handwashing station &
trash facilities locked outside of
program hours
• Participant Site Captain
Calle Joaquin Park & Ride
1545 Calle Joaquin
City-owned parking lot near Hampton Inn
& Suites
Surrounding parcels zoned Tourist
Commercial (C-T) and Conservation/Open
Space (C/OS)
Site will be utilized during non-peak
tourism months
City Corporation Yard
25 Prado Road
City-owned facility for the Public Works
Department
Surrounding parcels zoned Service
Commercial (C-S) and Office (O)
Amended hours from 7:00 pm to 6:00 am
to accommodate staff arrival times
Site will be utilized during the months of
April to September
Damon Garcia Sports Complex
680 Industrial Way
City-owned facility
Surrounding parcels zoned Business Park
(BP), Service Commercial (C-S), and
Community Commercial (C-C)
CAPSLO staff will install traffic barriers
prior to check-in and removed by check-
out to prevent non-participant entry
Site will only be utilized during June and/or
July while the facility is closed for
maintenance
Renovate Church
2075 Johnson Avenue
Property is owned by Renovate Church
Surrounding parcels zoned Moderate-
Density Residential (R-2)
50-foot residential buffer around the
parking spaces is met
Site will be utilized during months that best
accommodate congregation’s
programming and services
Journey Christian Fellowship
317 Foothill Boulevard
Property is owned by Journey Christian
Fellowship
Surrounding parcels zoned Low-Density
Residential (R-1)
Structure to the east of property within 50-
foot residential buffer is not used as a
residence
Site will be utilized during months that best
accommodate congregation’s
programming and services
CAPSLO Next Steps
1.Confirm funding sources
2.Confirm rotating monthly host site
schedule
3.Execute host site MOUs
4.Program implementation
5.Ongoing community engagement
6.Ongoing outreach to other potential
host site entities
The Need
Key Priority: Preventing and
addressing homelessness
2024 Point in Time Count Data:
o 140 unsheltered individuals
reported a vehicle as their
sleeping accommodation
Homelessness Response
Strategic Plan
Identify, develop, and
implement new pilot
programs to provide shelter
and housing
Recommendation
Adopt the Draft Resolution approving five sites for
the Rotating Overnight Safe Parking Pilot
Program, based on findings and subject to
conditions of approval.
Extra Slides
Safe Parking Ordinance
Section 17.86.230(F) –Use Permit Considerations
Total number of vehicles allowed at each safe parking location
Days and hours of safe parking facility operation
Sufficient distance between existing and proposed safe parking facilities
Neighborhood Relations Plan for each parking location
Monitoring and Oversight Plan to implement during safe parking facility hours
Restroom, water, and trash facility plan
Conditional Use Permit (USE-0304-2023)
Resolution No. PC-1079-23
Established a Safe Parking
Administrator Permit to operate a
Rotating Safe Parking Program
that provides individuals and
families experiencing
homelessness a safe place to
temporarily park a vehicle
overnight to facilitation the
transition to permanent housing.
Homelessness Response Resources
Issues related to Non-Emergency Illegal
Behavior or Mental Health & Skilled Outreach
Needs:
•Non-Emergency Dispatch (805)781-7312
•CAT, MCU and CSO outreach and enforcement
Issues related to Trespassing on Private
Property:
•PC 602 Form
Non-Emergency Issues requiring a response from
City staff (maintenance requests, encampments
within City jurisdiction, litter, etc.)
•Ask SLO App
Ask SLO
SLOPD Trespassing Enforcement
2024 Point-in-Time Count
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Unhoused Individuals Counted in SLO City
Sheltered Count Unsheltered Count
Rotating Overnight Safe
Parking Pilot Program
City of SLO & CAPSLO
Safe Parking & CAPSLO
▶Since February 2024:
▶384 requests for safe parking
services
▶8 housed before enrollment
▶163 referral list currently
▶Expanded Prado Capacity to
meet growing need based on
outreach and community
feedback
How is Vehicular Homelessness
Different?
▶Approximately 140,000 nationally (14% of total
population)
▶Most typically: white older adults (nationally)
▶Growing restrictions in safe places to park (213%
increase)
▶Dearth of programming to address unique
barriers
▶Safe Parking Programs are successful as an
approach to keep folks stable & safe for
themselves and the community
▶Allows for quick resolution as individual are much
more independent and often have higher incomes
40 Prado Safe Parking: Impact
40 Prado Safe Parking Program (2024)
55 total enrollments26 exits to housing (47%)
National Average: 34% success
rate12 households currently enrolled
Median duration of stay: 119 days to
housing
Railroad Safe Parking Program 2021-
2023
Railroad Safe Parking Program
COVID response program Relaunched in 2021.Low barrier approach (focus on enrollments & services)
Allowed for on site registration
258 enrolled in program51 households housed from program
Collaborative program involving SLO PD, SLO City, TMHA, & SLO
County.
Key lesson learned: more robust safety and oversight plan.
Rotating
Safe
Parking
Sites
Program Overview
▶Initial Engagement
Online form
Outreach
Diversion!▶Outreach & Access Center
Enrollment
HUD intake
Behavior Contract
Background Check
▶Enrollment in Safe Parking Prado
▶Additional assessments
▶Housing Plan
▶Care Plan
▶Behavior contract
▶Referral to Rotating Safe Parking
▶Review of goals, assessment, and
behaviors throughout all CAPSLO
programs
▶Behavior contract
Site Safety
▶Dedicated CAPSLO staff Point of Contact
▶Participant List Provided to SLOPD, SLO City, and Participating
Sites
▶Participants must enroll in program at 40 Prado HSC and will be
screened for rotating pilot based on adherence to Prado SP
program and rules.
▶Portable Restroom, Handwashing Station & Trash Dumpster
▶All participants must sign a behavior contract with CAPSLO & be
in good standing in the Prado Safe Parking Program
▶Limited scale (maximum n=12)
Community Feedback
▶Railroad Safe Parking (2022)
▶Palm St. Safe Parking (2022)
▶SLO Naz Community Meeting (2023)
▶SLO City Faith Community Meeting
(2021 ‐current)
▶Prado Town Hall Meetings (2023 ‐
current)
▶Community Feedback for Rotating
Model (2024)
Community Meeting at CAPSLO
▶Feedback from Community Meeting:
▶Concerns regarding traffic at check‐
in/check‐out
▶Concerns about ‘spillover’ effect on
neighborhood
▶Concerns on vetting of program
participants
▶Concerns on location of sites impact on
community
▶Overall positive feedback on program
design
▶Changes to program implementation
▶Stricter adherence to check‐in/check‐
out policy
▶Intentional vehicle routes throughout
neighborhood around each site while in
operation
▶Maintain vetting process in place for
program
▶Increase outreach efforts around sites
while not in operation
Questions?
Jack Lahey, CAPSLO
Director of Homeless Services
jlahey@capslo.org
805.291.1008
Cecil Hale, CAPSLO
Manager, Prado HSC & Safe Parking
chale@capslo.org
805.440.6168