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Home My WebLink AboutCODE-000436-2024 (1688 Mill) Notice to Correct Code Violation(s)/Notice of Violation (Courtesy Warning Prior to Issuance of Administrative Citation) November 21, 2024 John Rourke 161 Cerro Romauldo Ave San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1688 Mill St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 APN: 001-064-019 Code Case #: CODE-000436-2024 Dear Property Owner, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff has been made aware of violations of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code located at 1688 Mill St. Within the City of San Luis Obispo, a fraternity or sorority requires a use permit when within the R-3 & R-4 zones and is not allowed within the R-1 & R-2 zones as described in section 17.10.020 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code. The city defines a Fraternity/Sorority as: Residence for college or university students who are members of a social or educational association that is affiliated and in good standing with the California Polytechnic State University and where such an association also holds meetings or gatherings. (SLOMC 17.156.014). In summary, a location meets the definition of a fraternity or sorority when it houses fraternity/sorority members AND holds a meeting or gathering hosted by a social or educational association. On November 21, 2024, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff (Rami Salem & Juan Padilla) went to the subject property address, identified ourselves as city employees, and spoke with a tenant at the dwelling. Upon staff inquiring about the property, the tenant stated that the residents of the dwelling are members of the fraternity “D-Sig” short for (Delta Sigma Phi). Staff asked if the tenant can show us around the property. The tenant showed us a metal shed with the lettering on it (Δ Σ Φ). The tenant informed us that the dwelling is a “Satellite house”. Additionally, staff observed trash receptacles left out on the street in front of the subject address. Staff observed an accumulation of trash around the property. Staff noted the following violations of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code or other relevant codes at the above listed address: 1. Use regulations by zone (SLO MC §17.10.020): A. Allowed Uses: Uses within zones shall be regulated as set forth in Table 2-1; Uses Allowed by Zone, subject to subsections B through F of this section and additional regulations specified in the Specific Use Regulations Column of Table 2-1. Land uses are defined in Chapter 17.156 (Land Use Definitions). In Table 2-1, symbols shall have these meanings: A The use is allowed as matter of right MUP The use requires a minor use permit approved by the director, as provided in Section 17.110.030 (Procedure-Minor Use Permit). CUP The use requires a conditional use permit approved by the planning commission, as provided in Section 17.110.030 (Procedure-Minor Use Permit). M/A The use is allowed above the ground floor only. Subject to minor use permit review, the use may be established on the ground floor. 2. Accumulation of Rubbish or Garbage (SLOMC 15.02.010, IPMC 308.1) “Exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage.” 3. Trash Receptacles (SLOMC 17.76.060 B) “Trash, green waste, and recycling receptacles shall not be within the front yard (see definition of ‘front yard’ in section 17.158.016 – F Definitions) area except as provided in Chapter 8.04, which states: Trash and garbage containers shall not be placed adjacent to the street for pickup more than 24 hours before pickup time, and such containers shall be removed within the 12-hour period following pickup. Trash and recycling containers shall not be placed adjacent to the street for pickup before 5:00 PM or the close of business on the day preceding pickup, whichever is later. Such containers shall be removed before 10:00 AM following pickup. Trash, green waste, and recycling receptacles shall be completely screened from public view from the public right of-way that abuts the front yard by a fence, landscaping, or wall that is otherwise allowed by zoning and building codes. Multi-unit residential developments that are approved for individual waste wheelers shall remove waste wheelers from the common area visible from the public right-of-way-in compliance with this Section. Multi-unit residential developments with shared bin service shall utilize approved enclosure locations consistent with project approvals.” Corrective Action: 1. Stop all fraternal gatherings, meetings, or activities at this property. 2. Remove any and all fraternal identifying markers from the property such as painted letters, brandings, or any item(s) similar to that in nature. 3. Remove or screen properly all accumulation of rubbish around the that can be seen from the public right of way. 4. Remove the trash receptacles within the 12-hour period following pickup by the trash company. We request that you voluntarily take action to correct the above noted violation(s) no later than 12/16/2024. These violations constitute a public nuisance and must be abated. Failure to correct the violation(s) by the specified date will result in the issuance of an Administrative Citation requiring payment of FINES in accordance with SLOMC Chapter 1.24. For Municipal Code violations that remain uncorrected after issuance of an Administrative Citation, the City may seek enforcement by other civil or criminal remedies. Any person having a title interest in the property may request a Director’s review of this Notice by completing the enclosed Request for Director’s Review Form and submitting it to the Community Development Department via email at code@slocity.org or to 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, within five (5) days of the date of this Notice. This Notice shall be deemed final unless you timely file a Request for Director’s Review. We look forward to working with you to resolve these violations and would like to thank you for your efforts to maintain your property and to help preserve the safety and beauty of our community. If you have questions, please contact the undersigned at (805) 440-9825 or rsalem@slocity.org. Sincerely, RAMI SALEM Rami Salem, Code Enforcement Technician & Safe Housing Coordinator Cc: File Enclosures: Request for Directors Review CODE CASE ACTIVITY REPORT CODE-000436-2024 FOR CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO Address:12/17/2024Closed Date:CompliantStatus:1688 Mill St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 11/20/2024Opened Date:Rami SalemAssigned ToCode EnforcementCase Type: Activity Date Created By Activity Type CommentsActivity Name 11/20/2024 Initial inspection to investigate land use violation via Fraternity satellite house unsanctioned events. Juan Padilla from the planning department and I spoke with tenant. Tenant stated that this property operates as a satellite house for the Fraternity D-Sig InspectionRami Salem 11/20/2024 Page 1 of 1City of San Luis ObispoOctober 30, 2025