HomeMy WebLinkAbout3/11/2026 Item 4b, VossDear Members of the SLO Planning Commission, 3/9/26
RE: Item 4b, CUP for 1264 Foothll Blvd, Lambda Chi Alpha
I am writing to express my concerns for neighborhood wellness. I live in the Alta Vista
Neighborhood and have noticed an increase of Cal Poly Fraternity events within the lower
density residential neighborhoods. I suppose these are “satellite” houses with gatherings for
fraternity and sorority parties. Many of these gatherings are worthy of noise violations because
of the sheer number of people attending, with alcohol being involved, and the volume of sound
they generate.
I have learned that my only defense in combating these often-times noisy and unruly gatherings
is to call the SLOPD non-emergency line. I have also learned from the record of violations that
certain fraternities are blatantly disregarding the code violations by exceeding the number of
attendees permitted for events as well as not having permits at all for some gatherings.
One Fraternity at 1264 Foothill Blvd is Lambda Chi Alpha which has shown to be in this unruly
category. I am displeased with their unwillingness to follow rules and the disrespect shown to
neighbors, including hosting loud parties and unruly gatherings, of tentimes with more than 200
people attending with no notice or permit. The permit was approved just 16 months ago. As far
as I can tell, the only consistent community service I have witnessed from them is to gather in
their front yard, at the busy intersection of Carpenter and Foothill Blvd on any given day and
disrupt traffic by prompting cars to honk when they hold up an 8’ x 4’ sign,
“YOU HONK, WE DRINK”. On busy Friday afternoons this is common, not only there, but
throughout the neighborhood. I believe there should be a code that states this is against the law.
It’s a safety hazard, very disruptive for traffic, and the noise that it creates, one can hear for
blocks.
This is the type of activity and conduct that Lambda Chi Alpha has shown in the 16 months they
have resided at 1264 Foothill Blvd. Since Lambda Chi Alpha's permit is up for review, please
consider their track record and reckless behavior in making your decision. I urge the
Commission to adopt staff’s recommended resolution revoking Conditional Use Permit.
Thanks for your help in restoring neighborhood wellness.
Sincerely,
Concerned Alta Vista neighbor