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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Tuesday, April 15, 2025 7:12 PM
To:McDonald, Whitney; Hermann, Greg; Tuggle, Todd; Scott, Rick
Subject:OSRR - Outcome Letter
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Hi Whitney, Greg, Todd and Rick,
In case you haven’t seen it yet, I wanted to flag this Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities finding for you regarding
the large gathering at 1236 Monte Vista Place on March 15th.
If you think the Council would like to see it as well, please let me know and I’ll send it to them. Thank you.
Courtney
From: osrr@calpoly.edu <osrr@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Monday, April 14, 2025 10:32 AM
To: Jason Mockford <jmockfor@calpoly.edu>
Subject: OSRR - Outcome Letter
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Recognized Student Organization
Outcome Letter
April 14, 2025
To: changing name for privacy, President, Delta Chi
Sent Electronically To: changing name for privacy
Dear Mr. changing name for privacy,
Per the investigatory meeting on March 20, 2025, and based on the evidence gathered to date, Student Rights &
Responsibilities has reached a decision about the outcome of the case. This meeting concerned an incident report
detailing an event that took place on March 15, 2025 involving potential violations of the Recognized Student
Organization Code of Conduct (RSOCC).
The investigation yielded that:
On Saturday, March 15, 2025 at approximately 4AM, residents of 1236 Monte Vista Place were cited by the San
Luis Obispo Police Department (SLOPD) for noise, initially reported as a “large party.” Additionally, videos
posted to social media (TikTok) appear to show a large gathering at the property with a banner seen in the
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background with the fraternity, Delta Chi’s, letters are clearly visible, including a banner that reads "Get Lucky"
behind a large crowd. A separate video shows two women, each holding a "BORG," in front of the fraternity's
letters.
During the initial Intake meeting with the chapter, the President and Risk Manager presented information that
demonstrated this was not a sanctioned event by the fraternity and further, their property was overrun by unaffiliated
individuals as a result of the St. Patrick’s weekend. Historically, thousands of people travel into San Luis Obispo for
what has been termed “St. Fratty’s Day,” despite the university’s attempts to deter people from this unsanctioned
“event.”
Specifically on March 15, 2025, the President of Delta Chi shared that the residents of 1236 Monte Vista Place, as
tenants of the property, chose to hold a private celebration in their courtyard for themselves and their partners prior to
attending the on-campus event, Morning on the Green. One resident’s partner who was visiting from out of town
designed the flyer that was ultimately seen in a TikTok video. The chapter initially opposed the request to display the
banner, but ultimately decided to allow it for the weekend.
The residents of the property did have music playing, which attracted crowds who were walking along California Blvd
on their way to the on-campus concert (Morning on the Green). Due to the fraternity’s proactive risk-management,
they had locked all access points to their property prior to this morning, including removing any alcohol from their
"bar” area, as they had no event planned. As a result, crowds resorted to scaling the property’s fence(s) and made
unauthorized entry into the facility.
Chapter leadership, including the President, attempted to remove these unwanted individuals, but were quickly
outnumbered. When Delta Chi members requested assistance from law enforcement officials stationed along California
Blvd, they were advised to open all their access points in the hopes that the crowds would organically filter out.
Following the direction of law enforcement, Delta Chi proceeded to open their gates, however this attracted more
unwanted attention and grew the size of the crowd.
Following the initial Intake meeting, the President and Risk Manager of Delta Chi shared security camera video from
March 15, 2025 with the Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities (OSRR) that corroborates their narrative. In the
video, large groups of individuals are seen walking from California Blvd, crossing through an adjacent parking lot,
and climbing Delta Chi’s fence to enter the property. Further, these individuals are seen entering the fraternity’s
“bar” and leaving empty handed, as there was no alcohol present.
Security camera footage and audio recording indicate that residents of 1236 Monte Vista Place contacted these
individuals, yelling at them in attempts to stop their entry to the property. Photos provided to OSRR of later on March
15, 2025 show the damage these individuals did to the property (fence), putting the safety and well-being of the
residents at risk. Specifically, two areas along the fence line are structurally damaged (bent), likely due to the crowds
using them to climb and enter the property. The damaged areas are the same areas that were observed on the provided
security footage from March 15, 2025.
Further, had the fraternity held an event, attendees would not resort to climbing over a fence to enter. Rather, they
would utilize a common entry point through the Monte Vista Place cul-de-sac. Additionally, in the audio from the
security footage, one individual that jumped over the fence can be heard stating, “SLO is so different from SMU
though.” This statement further supports the narrative that these were unwanted individuals and unaffiliated with
Delta Chi or Cal Poly.
Based upon the information presented, Delta Chi has been found NOT RESPONSIBLE for the following subsections
of the Recognized Student Organization Code of Conduct (RSOCC):
4. Noise: a - Violation of municipal noise ordinances.
7. Health & Safety - Conduct that threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person within or related to the
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University community, including physical abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, sexual misconduct, throwing bottles
or objects that could result in personal injury, or where three or more members of a student organization engage in
group violence or taunt others to engage in violence.
22. Student Organization Events: g - Failure to comply with event approval conditions imposed by the Clubs &
Organizations office or other University offices.
22. Student Organization Events: i - Failure by a fraternity or sorority to comply with the Party Registration Policy.
As a student organization, you are responsible for knowing and being in compliance with all Cal Poly Recognized
Student Organization Code of Conduct policies. You are a part of a community and student body that depends on
everyone's contribution to create a learning environment that is characterized as safe, responsible, and respectful.
No further action is needed from you at this time. Please feel free to contact our office at 805-756-2794 or
osrr@calpoly.edu should you have any additional questions. Thank you for your time and cooperation in
this process.
For additional information, please visit the link to the Student Rights & Responsibilities website.
Sincerely,
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Matthew Armas, Associate Director
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Cc: File
Dr. David Groom, Interim Dean of Students, Cal Poly
Dr. Jo Campbell, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs & Executive Director of University Housing, Cal Poly
Dr. Brad Pulcipher, Director for Student Rights & Responsibilities, Cal Poly
Jason Mockford, Senior Director of Leadership & Service, Cal Poly
Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola, Assistant Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Cal Poly
Seth Kardon, Director of Member Safety, Delta Chi Fraternity
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From:Hanh, Hannah
Sent:Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:26 PM
To:Salem, Rami
Subject:RE: 1327 Foothill Improper occupancy
Great – thanks Rami for the update! Appreciate you keeping me in the loop. I’ll make reference to this code
enforcement case as part of my review of the fraternity CUP application. The CUP application will on hold until they
resolve the case.
Hope you’re have a great day as well!
Sincerely,
Hannah Hanh
Associate Planner
Community Development
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E hhanh@slocity.org
T 805.781.7432
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From: Salem, Rami <RSalem@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:17 PM
To: Hanh, Hannah <hhanh@slocity.org>
Subject: 1327 Foothill Improper occupancy
Hey Hannah, I sent a notice of violation to 1327 Foothill for their improper occupancy. Directing them to return the two
spaces downstairs in the basement to their original proper use (Storage) and stop utilizing them as living quarters. I
spoke with the tenants (Fraternity members) and handed them a copy of the notice. I also sent a copy to the property
owner. Just letting you know to keep an open path of communication. Hope you’re having a great day, Hannah.
Rami Salem
Code Enforcement & Safe Housing
Community Development
E RSalem@slocity.org
T 805.781.7573
C 805.440.9825
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From:Salem, Rami
Sent:Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:17 PM
To:Hanh, Hannah
Subject:1327 Foothill Improper occupancy
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Hanh, Hannah Delivered: 4/15/2025 4:17 PM
Hey Hannah, I sent a notice of violation to 1327 Foothill for their improper occupancy. Directing them to return the two
spaces downstairs in the basement to their original proper use (Storage) and stop utilizing them as living quarters. I
spoke with the tenants (Fraternity members) and handed them a copy of the notice. I also sent a copy to the property
owner. Just letting you know to keep an open path of communication. Hope you’re having a great day, Hannah.
Rami Salem
Code Enforcement & Safe Housing
Community Development
E RSalem@slocity.org
T 805.781.7573
C 805.440.9825
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From:Francis, Emily
Sent:Tuesday, April 15, 2025 3:48 PM
To:Sandra Rowley
Subject:Re: Item 7a, Neighborhood Livability
Sandra,
Thank you so much for bringing this forward and for your continued dedication to this issue over the years. Your
long-standing advocacy on behalf of neighborhoods impacted by illegal fraternity operations has been
instrumental in keeping this conversation alive.
I completely agree that neighborhood livability is a critical priority, and I truly appreciate the detailed context
you’ve provided around the staffing and enforcement challenges. This is such an important issue, and I plan to
bring it up for discussion this evening.
Take care,
Emily
Emily Francis
pronouns she/her/hers
Council Member
Office of the City Council
990 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E EFrancis@slocity.org
On Tue, Apr 15, 2025 at 1:28 AM, Sandra Rowley < wrote:
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Dear Mayor Stewart and Members of the Council,
RQN members are encouraged and thankful to see Neighborhood Livability listed as one of the Major City
Goals for the next budget cycle. Safe and peaceful residential neighborhoods foster a sense of security,
leading to increased community engagement, economic growth, and improved mental and physical health.
Staff's work plan recommendation for this goal is to: "Create a project plan and standard operating
procedures for Community Development Enforcement of zoning code regulations pertaining to
greek houses. Consider potential updates to zoning code to facilitate efficient regulation of greek
house."
While this is a good first step toward confronting the problem of the illegal fraternity operations in R-1 and
R-2 zones, Director Tway has expressed that current staff levels are insufficient to tackle such a time-
consuming task of dealing with and ending these illegal operations. There is no recommendation for
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additional Code Enforcement Officials to augment existing staff who has been trying to work on resolving
this problem. The burden of gathering evidence needed to effectively enforce these violations is very time-
consuming requiring research, phone calls and personal interviews, follow through, and coordination with
the PD and City Attorney. Attempting to accomplish the ultimate goal of eliminating these illegal operations
in residential neighborhoods without additional staff will be a difficult task and take a significant length of
time to resolve. Residents will thus be forced to endure the large parties with the extreme noise they
generate for a much longer period of time with no expectation of resolution due to staffing shortages.
These illegal fraternity operations have been growing significantly over the past few years and Cal Poly has
been uncooperative in helping with the city's efforts toward stopping them. In fact, Cal Poly has purposely
stopped sharing information regarding the addresses of their fraternities' parties and Rush events in
violation of California law. This has made city enforcement efforts even more difficult, requiring more time
and effort to prove the illegal operations.
Some properties have been illegally operating as fraternities for several years with no effective enforcement
to stop them, resulting in the residents living in those neighborhoods experiencing anxiety, frustration, and
anger at their situation -- with no hope of relief in sight. If council members would visit these neighborhoods
on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday night, you would be shocked at what you see and hear. Fraternity
parties with live bands charging students an entry fee, amplified music with DJ's, parades of inebriated
students roaming neighborhoods shouting and screaming until 3:00 a.m. and sometimes with fireworks
being shot off, are common each weekend. No resident in this city should have to tolerate these extreme
disturbances several nights a week and have their sleep, safety, and the enjoyment of their home
negatively affected. Unless this goal is funded with extra code enforcement personnel, residents fear
nothing effective will be done to restore peace and safety to their lives, unlike that which residents who live
in other parts of the city enjoy.
Thus RQN requests that funds be appropriated toward this goal for additional code enforcement staff to
assist in eliminating the illegal fraternity operations beginning with the neighborhoods adjacent to Cal Poly,
as well as to assist with enforcement of all neighborhood code violations which have risen over the years as
Cal Poly has 1) increased enrollment and 2) invited additional fraternities to the campus -- more specifically
to the city's neighborhoods. Residents in these neighborhoods need relief and if no additional resources
are provided to eliminate the zoning code violations from illegal fraternity operations in neighborhoods,
there will be no end to this problem and even spread further into other neighborhoods.
Please do what councils before you have not done and robustly address this problem before it gets any
worse.
Thank you for your time and your attention to this vital issue.
/S/
Sandra Rowley
Chairperson, RQN
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:51 PM
To:Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola
Subject:RE: presentation Sunday night
You are really good at the Greek alphabet. 뇤눎눐눑눒눏
From: Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola <eaielloc@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:47 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: presentation Sunday night
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That would be Alpha Sigma Phi! I love to hear it 뇤눎눐눑눒눏 glad it went well!!
Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola, M.A.
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life
Leadership & Service | Student Affairs
Cal Poly | San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 | 805-756-7263
Schedule a meeting with me
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:43 PM
To: Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola <eaielloc@calpoly.edu>
Subject: presentation Sunday night
Hi,
I did another fraternity presentation on Sunday night. I can’t recall the name of the org but Ryan Krakauer was the
person that set it up. Funny group of lads.
뇤눎눐눑눒눏
Christine Wallace
Police Public Affairs Manager
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
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T 805.781.7186
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From: <
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 8:51 PM
To:Mezzapesa, John
Subject:Re: RE Ask SLO Request # 12006
Thank you for taking the time, John! I hope we can make progress toward a solution. :) Have a good weekend.
On Fri, May 30, 2025 at 8:16 PM Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org> wrote:
I was able to snag screenshots of the instagram posts advertising at the event. With the address displayed, we
can clearly call this a violation. We will move forward with the appropriate level of enforcement when we’re
back in the office.
John
From:
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2025 6:41:28 PM
To: Salem, Rami <RSalem@slocity.org>
Cc: Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Sheats, Steven <ssheats@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: RE Ask SLO Request # 12006
This is to supplement the other information sent about Zeta Beta Tau's car wash today at one of their illegal
fraternity houses at 205 Albert. They had a DJ set up in their front yard, blaring music into the neighborhood at
the intersection of Albert and Longview, as they were washing cars. I've attached another photo posted to Zeta
Beta Tau's Instagram stories that shows the carwash happening in the street and lists the address of 205
Albert.
I've also attached a video posted on Zeta Beta Tau's Instagram page of the same event. People could pay
money to smash pies into the fraternity members' faces or "More Dares", according to the fraternity's
Instagram post, which I have also attached.
The standard of proof is a preponderance of the evidence, meaning that it is more likely than not that this event
happened at their fraternity at 205 Albert. It might be good to remind the entire IFC that paid car washes are
illegal on the city streets. Alpha Epsilon Pi also had one last Friday, and we could hear the honking and music
from our house, too. I reported it beforehand, but have not heard about the outcome.
On Fri, May 30, 2025 at 6:19 PM wrote:
This information includes a video that I couldn't attach to Ask SLO. It's May 30, 2025, and Zeta Beta Tau is now
holding ANOTHER paid car wash today at 205 Albert Drive (one of their illegal fraternity houses). The car wash
is at the intersection of Albert and Longview, in front of 205 Albert Drive. We could hear honking cars and
yelling at our home nearby. I believe Code Enforcement, Steven Sheats, contacted this same fraternity earlier
this school year, in October 2024, and told them that it is illegal to have paid car washes in public streets. They
know what they are doing is unlawful, and they do not care.
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I was unable to take a video because I did not feel safe, but someone else posted a video online of the car
wash as it happened, which is attached to this email. I reported the event via AskSLO but couldn't attach the
video, so I am sending it via email. I have also attached the Instagram post advertising the car wash with a link
here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKQFUWnzH0V/?img_index=1
The standard of proof is whether it is more likely than not, and that burden is met through the post advertising
the event and a video of the event.
Please help our neighborhood solve this ongoing problem with illegal fraternity houses operating. Last night
Sigma Nu had a big party at 385 Chaplin Lane. There were multiple illegal fraternity events last weekend with
100-200 people. This situation is INSANE. We appreciate your efforts.
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From:Mezzapesa, John
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 8:16 PM
To:kathie walker
Cc:Sheats, Steven; Salem, Rami
Subject:Re: RE Ask SLO Request # 12006
I was able to snag screenshots of the instagram posts advertising at the event. With the address displayed, we
can clearly call this a violation. We will move forward with the appropriate level of enforcement when we’re
back in the office.
John
From:
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2025 6:41:28 PM
To: Salem, Rami <RSalem@slocity.org>
Cc: Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Sheats, Steven <ssheats@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: RE Ask SLO Request # 12006
This is to supplement the other information sent about Zeta Beta Tau's car wash today at one of their illegal
fraternity houses at 205 Albert. They had a DJ set up in their front yard, blaring music into the neighborhood at
the intersection of Albert and Longview, as they were washing cars. I've attached another photo posted to Zeta
Beta Tau's Instagram stories that shows the carwash happening in the street and lists the address of 205 Albert.
I've also attached a video posted on Zeta Beta Tau's Instagram page of the same event. People could pay money
to smash pies into the fraternity members' faces or "More Dares", according to the fraternity's Instagram post,
which I have also attached.
The standard of proof is a preponderance of the evidence, meaning that it is more likely than not that this event
happened at their fraternity at 205 Albert. It might be good to remind the entire IFC that paid car washes are
illegal on the city streets. Alpha Epsilon Pi also had one last Friday, and we could hear the honking and music
from our house, too. I reported it beforehand, but have not heard about the outcome.
On Fri, May 30, 2025 at 6:19 PM wrote:
This information includes a video that I couldn't attach to Ask SLO. It's May 30, 2025, and Zeta Beta Tau is now
holding ANOTHER paid car wash today at 205 Albert Drive (one of their illegal fraternity houses). The car wash
is at the intersection of Albert and Longview, in front of 205 Albert Drive. We could hear honking cars and yelling
at our home nearby. I believe Code Enforcement, Steven Sheats, contacted this same fraternity earlier this
school year, in October 2024, and told them that it is illegal to have paid car washes in public streets. They
know what they are doing is unlawful, and they do not care.
I was unable to take a video because I did not feel safe, but someone else posted a video online of the car wash
as it happened, which is attached to this email. I reported the event via AskSLO but couldn't attach the video,
so I am sending it via email. I have also attached the Instagram post advertising the car wash with a link
here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKQFUWnzH0V/?img_index=1
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The standard of proof is whether it is more likely than not, and that burden is met through the post advertising
the event and a video of the event.
Please help our neighborhood solve this ongoing problem with illegal fraternity houses operating. Last night
Sigma Nu had a big party at 385 Chaplin Lane. There were multiple illegal fraternity events last weekend with
100-200 people. This situation is INSANE. We appreciate your efforts.
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From:
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 6:41 PM
To:Salem, Rami
Cc:Mezzapesa, John; Sheats, Steven
Subject:Re: RE Ask SLO Request # 12006
Attachments:ZBT More Dares for money at 205 Albert 5.30.2025.png; Z B T Carwash 5.30.2025 Pie in
face.mp4; Z B T Carwash 5.30.2025 photo 205 Albert.jpg
This is to supplement the other information sent about Zeta Beta Tau's car wash today at one of their illegal
fraternity houses at 205 Albert. They had a DJ set up in their front yard, blaring music into the neighborhood at
the intersection of Albert and Longview, as they were washing cars. I've attached another photo posted to Zeta
Beta Tau's Instagram stories that shows the carwash happening in the street and lists the address of 205 Albert.
I've also attached a video posted on Zeta Beta Tau's Instagram page of the same event. People could pay money
to smash pies into the fraternity members' faces or "More Dares", according to the fraternity's Instagram post,
which I have also attached.
The standard of proof is a preponderance of the evidence, meaning that it is more likely than not that this event
happened at their fraternity at 205 Albert. It might be good to remind the entire IFC that paid car washes are
illegal on the city streets. Alpha Epsilon Pi also had one last Friday, and we could hear the honking and music
from our house, too. I reported it beforehand, but have not heard about the outcome.
On Fri, May 30, 2025 at 6:19 PM wrote:
This information includes a video that I couldn't attach to Ask SLO. It's May 30, 2025, and Zeta Beta Tau is now
holding ANOTHER paid car wash today at 205 Albert Drive (one of their illegal fraternity houses). The car wash
is at the intersection of Albert and Longview, in front of 205 Albert Drive. We could hear honking cars and yelling
at our home nearby. I believe Code Enforcement, Steven Sheats, contacted this same fraternity earlier this
school year, in October 2024, and told them that it is illegal to have paid car washes in public streets. They
know what they are doing is unlawful, and they do not care.
I was unable to take a video because I did not feel safe, but someone else posted a video online of the car wash
as it happened, which is attached to this email. I reported the event via AskSLO but couldn't attach the video,
so I am sending it via email. I have also attached the Instagram post advertising the car wash with a link
here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKQFUWnzH0V/?img_index=1
The standard of proof is whether it is more likely than not, and that burden is met through the post advertising
the event and a video of the event.
Please help our neighborhood solve this ongoing problem with illegal fraternity houses operating. Last night
Sigma Nu had a big party at 385 Chaplin Lane. There were multiple illegal fraternity events last weekend with
100-200 people. This situation is INSANE. We appreciate your efforts.
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From:
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 6:20 PM
To:Salem, Rami
Subject:RE Ask SLO Request # 12006
Attachments:Z B T Carwash at Longview and Albert 5.30.2025 (1).mp4; Zeta Beta Tau carwash 5.30.2025.jpg
This information includes a video that I couldn't attach to Ask SLO. It's May 30, 2025, and Zeta Beta Tau is now
holding ANOTHER paid car wash today at 205 Albert Drive (one of their illegal fraternity houses). The car wash is
at the intersection of Albert and Longview, in front of 205 Albert Drive. We could hear honking cars and yelling at
our home nearby. I believe Code Enforcement, Steven Sheats, contacted this same fraternity earlier this school
year, in October 2024, and told them that it is illegal to have paid car washes in public streets. They know what
they are doing is unlawful, and they do not care.
I was unable to take a video because I did not feel safe, but someone else posted a video online of the car wash
as it happened, which is attached to this email. I reported the event via AskSLO but couldn't attach the video, so
I am sending it via email. I have also attached the Instagram post advertising the car wash with a link
here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKQFUWnzH0V/?img_index=1
The standard of proof is whether it is more likely than not, and that burden is met through the post advertising
the event and a video of the event.
Please help our neighborhood solve this ongoing problem with illegal fraternity houses operating. Last night
Sigma Nu had a big party at 385 Chaplin Lane. There were multiple illegal fraternity events last weekend with
100-200 people. This situation is INSANE. We appreciate your efforts.
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From:
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 6:13 PM
To:Sheats, Steven
Cc:Mezzapesa, John
Subject:Re: Unpermitted fraternity with event scheduled on Friday 10/18/2024
Attachments:Z B T Carwash at Longview and Albert 5.30.2025.mp4; Zeta Beta Tau carwash 5.30.2025.jpg
It's May 30, 2025, and Zeta Beta Tau is now holding ANOTHER paid car wash today at 205 Albert Drive (one of
their illegal fraternity houses). The car wash is in the intersection of Albert and Longview. We could hear honking
cars and yelling at our home nearby. I believe Code Enforcement contacted this same fraternity earlier this
school year, in October 2024, and told them that it is illegal to have paid car washes in public streets. They know
what they are doing is unlawful, and they do not care.
I was unable to take a video because I did not feel safe, but someone else posted a video online of the car wash
as it happened, which is attached to this email. I reported the event via AskSLO but couldn't attach the video, so
I am sending it via email.
Please help our neighborhood solve this ongoing problem with illegal fraternity houses operating. Last night
Sigma Nu had a big party at 385 Chaplin Lane. There were multiple illegal fraternity events last weekend with
100-200 people. This situation is INSANE. We appreciate your efforts.
On Wed, Oct 16, 2024 at 6:45 PM wrote:
I submitted an event via AskSLO (#8747) and wanted to send a backup here since most of my other reports
somehow were not cited even though they occurred during the first weekend of the fraternity rush.
Zeta Beta Tau is an unpermitted fraternity with a satellite house at 1928 Garfield. This address was already sent
an advisory letter by code enforcement. They posted a carwash event this coming Friday, 10/18/2024 on
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DBKLUd3TY_H/?img_index=4
Aside from being an unpermitted fraternity, paid car washes are prohibited by SLOMC 10.36.080. We've had
several held by frats near our home and they are loud.
Thank you for following up on this issue.
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From:SLO <noreply@user.govoutreach.com>
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 6:04 PM
To:Mezzapesa, John; Buckley, Nick; Green, Harriet; Salem, Rami
Subject:Ask SLO Notification of new Land Use Violation Request #12006
Request # 12006 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to Code Enforcement.
Request type: Problem
Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: ILLEGAL FRATERNITY EVENT IN R1 RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD on 5/30/2025, Car
Wash fundraiser at 205 Albert held by Zeta Beta Tau (ZBT) IN THE INTERSECTION OF
ALBERT AND LONGVIEW. Lots of people honking and yelling. It is against the Municipal
Code to have a car wash on the street per SLOMC 10.36.080. ZBT's event was posted on
Instagram and also documented by video. Video will be sent to John Mezzapesa and
Rami Salem. ZETA BETA TAU ALSO HELD AN ILLEGAL CAR WASH ON 10/18/2024 AND
CODE ENFORCEMENT WAS NOTIFIED BEFOREHAND (See Email sent to John
Mezzapesa on 10/16/2025 Subject: "Unpermitted fraternity with event scheduled on
Friday 10/18/2024". That email also included posts from their Instagram account. They
were previously notified during this academic year that a paid car wash on city streets is
illegal according to SLOMC 10.36.080 but they do not care. Post for the event on
5/30/2025 is attached.
Location: 205 Albert Dr
Expected Close Date: June 2, 2025
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From:Stowe, Lala
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 2:07 PM
To:Armas, Sara; Wooten, Eric
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:Fw: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
Attachments:1236 Monte Vista Code Case Activity.pdf; 1236 Monte Vista Pl NOV 10-31-2024.pdf
Hi Sarah,
Code had the attached inspections and violation record.
Thank you,
Lala Stowe
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Community Development
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Sheats, Steven <ssheats@slocity.org>
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2025 11:47 AM
To: Stowe, Lala <lstowe@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Cc: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; LaFreniere, Matt <mlafreni@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
The attached
information is for the specific PRR.
Thank you,
Steve Sheats
Code Enforcement Officer
Interim Code Enforcement Supervisor
Community Development
Building and Safety
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Stowe, Lala <lstowe@slocity.org>
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2025 11:11 AM
To: Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Sheats, Steven <ssheats@slocity.org>
Cc: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; LaFreniere, Matt <mlafreni@slocity.org>
Subject: Fw: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
Importance: High
Hi,
Clerks sent this to me yesterday, which was also the due date. Can you please determine if you have responsive
documents and get back to me by end of day?
Thank you,
Lala Stowe
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Community Development
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From: Armas, Sara <SArmas@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:20 AM
To: Stowe, Lala <lstowe@slocity.org>
Cc: LaFreniere, Matt <mlafreni@slocity.org>; Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; Bozzano, Jeanne
<JBozzano@slocity.org>; CityClerk <CityClerk@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
Morning Lala,
We received a PRR regarding any inspections for 1236 Monte Vista Place. Fire has produced 2 different inspection
reports but asked that I loop CDD in to see if there is anything additional that you might have, as the date of the
inspection they reference in their request does not match any of their inspection reports they’ve found.
Determination is due today, so if you need additional time to search let me know; I can provide what Fire has found so
far and give the requestor an estimated date for additional production. Thanks!
Sara Armas
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From: Bozzano, Jeanne <JBozzano@slocity.org>
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To: Armas, Sara <SArmas@slocity.org>; Timpano, Mika <mtimpano@slocity.org>
Cc: Daniel, Josh <JDaniel@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
Dear Sara,
I will review any information I find with the appropriate people and if there is anything I will send to you today.
Warm Regards,
Jeanne Bozzano
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Fire Department
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From: Armas, Sara <SArmas@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:46 AM
To: Timpano, Mika <mtimpano@slocity.org>; Bozzano, Jeanne <JBozzano@slocity.org>
Cc: Daniel, Josh <JDaniel@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
Good morning everyone,
I’m looking for an update on this PRR, as the determination response is due today. Please let me know if you will need
additional time to verify/upload records.
Thank you!
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From: Timpano, Mika <mtimpano@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 8:16 AM
To: Bozzano, Jeanne <JBozzano@slocity.org>
Cc: Daniel, Josh <JDaniel@slocity.org>; Armas, Sara <SArmas@slocity.org>
Subject: FW: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
Hi Jeanne-
Can you work with FP and respond to Sara?
Thanks!
From: Armas, Sara <SArmas@slocity.org>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 10:39 AM
To: Timpano, Mika <mtimpano@slocity.org>
Cc: Bozzano, Jeanne <JBozzano@slocity.org>; CityClerk <CityClerk@slocity.org>
Subject: Public Records Request – PRR25163 Brans - 1236 Monte Vista inspections
Hi Mika,
Attached is a Public Records request from Susie Brans for inspections and reinspections done on 1236
Monte Vista, due by 05/29/2025. If you are not able to meet that deadline, please advise. Otherwise, please
send the requested responsive documents to cityclerk@slocity.org.
Thanks!
Sara Armas
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CODE CASE ACTIVITY REPORT CODE-000421-2024
FOR CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Address:02/21/2025Closed Date:CompliantStatus:1236 Monte Vista Pl
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
10/30/2024Opened Date:Rami SalemAssigned ToCode EnforcementCase Type:
Activity Date Created By Activity Type CommentsActivity Name
10/31/2024 Initial inspection was conducted during the
annual fire inspection for this particular
fraternity property. Upon inspection,
numerous code violations were found.
InspectionRami Salem 10/16/2024
Mailed a notice of violation to the property
owner. Sent a copy to the tenants. Sent a
copy to the property management.
Notice of ViolationRami Salem 10/31/2024
Page 1 of 1City of San Luis ObispoMay 30, 2025
Notice to Correct Code Violation(s)/Notice of Violation
(Courtesy Warning Prior to Issuance of Administrative Citation)
November 1, 2024
Michael J & Kimberly J Ernst
P O Box 4616
Santa Clara, CA 95056
SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1263 Monte Vista Pl San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 APN: 052-071-028
Code Case #: CODE-000421-2024
Dear Property Owner,
On October 16, 2024, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff Observed
penetrations in the car port(s), fire separation, tarps on the roof, visible storage blocking the stairway,
broken windows, accumulation of rubbish, building material and debris, exposed junction boxes with
exposed wiring, unsecured electrical meter wall, several penetrations in interior walls, water damage in
ceiling(s), and several penetrations in doors with visible damage. Staff noted the following violations of
the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code or other relevant codes at the above listed address:
1. Protective Treatment – (SLO MC 15.02.130, IPMC 304.2)
“All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to, doors, door and window frames,
cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks and fences, shall be maintained in good
condition. Exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected
from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. Peeling,
flaking and chipped paint shall be eliminated and surfaces repainted,. All siding and
masonry joints, as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter or
windows, door and skylights, shall be maintained weather resistant and water tight. All
metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion shall be coated in inhibit such rust and
corrosion, and all surfaces with rust or corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit
future rust and corrosion. Oxidation stains shall be removed from exterior surfaces.
Surfaces designed fro stabilization by oxidation are exempt form this requirement.”
2. Roofs and Drainage – (SLO MC 15.02.130, IPMC 304.7)
“The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roof
drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior
portion of the structure. Roof drains, gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in good
repair and fee from obstructions.”
3. Furniture on Roof – (SLO MC 17.76.090B)
“No furniture or equipment, including chairs, mattresses, couches, recreational furniture,
or other materials may be placed on any roof, patio cover, carport, shet top, or similar
structure, except for the following.
A. Roof-top equipment, including antennas, satellite dishes, masts, poles heating,
ventilation, air conditioning equipment, and similar devices that are designed for roof-
top installation, and were lawfully installed, may remain on the roof as long as they
are properly maintained.
B. Furniture or other equipment may be placed on a roof deck or other similar place that
was lawfully designed and created for such use. All such furniture and accessories
located on a roof deck shall be secured as necessary to prevent wind damage ro
dislocation.”
4. Exterior Walls – (SLO MC 15.02.130, IPMC 304.6)
“All exterior walls shall be free from holes, break, and loose or rotting materials; and
maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent
deterioration.”
5. Interior Surfaces – (SLO MC 15.02.130, IPMC 305.3)
“All interior surfaces, including windows and doors, shall be maintained in good, clean and
sanitary condition. Peeling, chippin, flaking of abraded paint shall be repaired, removed or
covered. Cracked or loose plaster, decayed wood and other defective surface conditions shall
be corrected.”
6. Electrical System Hazards – (SLO MC15.02.140 IPMC 604.3)
“Where it is found that electrical system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants
or the structure by reason of inadequate service, improper fusing, insufficient receptacle
and lighting outlets, improper wiring or installation, deterioration or damage, or for similar
reasons, the code official shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard.”
7. Means of Egress – (SLO MC15.02.140, SLO MC 15.02.130, IPMC 702.1)
“A safe, continuous and unobstructed path of travel shall be provided from any point ina
building or structure to the public way. Means of egress shall comply with International Fire
Code.”
8. Fire-resistance-rated assemblies – (SLO MC15.02.140, SLO MC 15.02.130, IPMC 703.1)
“The required fire-resistance-rating of fire-resistance-rated walls, fire stops, shaft
enclosures, partitions and floors shall be maintained.”
9. Accumulation of rubbish or garbage – (SLO MC 15.02.130, IPMC 308.1)
“Exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any
accumulation of rubbish or garbage.”
Corrective Action:
1. Acquire a working permit from the city of San Luis Obispo to repair all penetrations and
damaged fire rated walls, ceilings, and doors in both exterior and interior walls.
2. If there are any leaks in the roof, repair them and remove the tarps, sandbags, and
furniture from the roof.
3. Repair all electrical hazards (Exposed wiring, open junction boxes, unsecured voltage
meter wall at the main electrical cabinet).
4. Clean and properly remove all debris from the interior and the exterior premises of the
property.
We request that you voluntarily take action to correct the above noted violation(s) no later than 1/06/2024.
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
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 12:53 PM
To:Jakob Zuckermandel
Subject:RE: CUP re-review appeal
Hi Jakob,
For the appeal process, an appeal must be completed and filed within 10 calendar days of the written rendering of a
decision which is being appealed. Adoption of the written decision (Resolution) will likely be done during the June 11 th
PC meeting. Once the resolutions are signed, that will include written notice of the Commission’s reasons for
revocation and notice of your right to appeal.
For information, an appeal will not be considered as filed until fees are paid. The current fee to appeal to the City
Council is $2,583.46.
You can obviously work on compiling what you want to file with your appeal, but we won’t be able to intake fees until
the Resolution is adopted on 6/11. I can help in the filing process if you move forward with that choice.
Click here to view the appeal procedures and forms information on the City Website; see ‘Appeal to the City Council’.
Click here to view the Appeal to the City Council form.
If you want to discuss further about what happens without an active permit, they may be a better discussion for a call
or in person meeting.
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:03 PM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: CUP re-review appeal
Mallory,
Thanks for all your help so far on this re-review. We are wondering what our next steps forwards are for the time
being and what the appeal process looks like/when that starts.
Thank you,
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Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
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From:Armas, Sara
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 12:39 PM
To:cpsnupresident@gmail.com
Cc:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea; Patino, Mallory
Subject:RE: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Hi Charlie,
Apologies in the delay in response! An appeal must be completed and filed with the City Clerk’s Office within 10
calendar days of the written rendering of a decision which is being appealed, and the required filing fee must
accompany the appeal form. For additional information, you can reach out to Mallory Patino in Community
Development (who I’ve cc’ed on this email) or the City Attorney’s Office.
Click here to view the appeal procedures and forms information on the City Website; see ‘Appeal to the City Council’.
Click here to view the Appeal to the City Council form.
Note that starting Monday June 2, 2025, the Finance Counter will be temporarily moved to 919 Palm Street .They
accept payments for appeals and other City business from Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm.
Regards,
Sara Armas
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City Administration
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 3:40 PM
To: Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Does the appeal process have a time period it is valid to submit?
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
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On Thu, May 29, 2025 at 3:35 PM Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Charlie,
Thank you for your email. I have linked the Planning Commission Action Update that is located in the public archive.
The resolution for the revocation will return to the Planning Commission for adoption at the June 11, 2025 meeting. I
have also linked the Item 4b staff report for your review. Should you have additional questions, please feel free to
reach out.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 2:57 PM
To: Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Thank you for getting back to me. I was wondering if and how I can get the written decision from the planning
commission as well as the staff report from the hearing.
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
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On Thu, May 29, 2025 at 8:38 AM Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Charlie,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive.
For future meetings, please submit written comments no later than 3 hours prior to the meeting. Any submissions
received less than 3 hours prior to the meeting may not be archived/distributed until the following day. This
timeframe provides the staff and Committee members with a greater opportunity to review and consider issues
and/or concerns prior to the meeting.
Public meeting agendas information link
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:28 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
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To whom it may concern,
My name is Charlie Minor. I am the president of Sigma Nu and will be representing our chapter in tonight's
hearing. Mallory Patino has just informed me I can submit information I deem useful to the hearing, so below I
have attached several letters.
The letters are as follows:
1. Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola, the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life
2. Leslie Orradre, Executive Director for Jack's Helping Hand
3. Seven neighbors directly adjacent to 1304 East Foothill Blvd. and several farther
Thank you.
Neighbors to 1304.pdf
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
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From:Mezzapesa, John
Sent:Friday, May 30, 2025 7:11 AM
To:Shoresman, Michelle; Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Collins, Scott; Corey, Tyler; Symens, Sadie
Subject:Re: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
Hi Michelle,
Good question. With the revocation of the permit the property can no longer operate as a fraternity. This means
the fraternity cannot hold events, meetings or gatherings sponsored by their organization. The use of the
property essentially reverts to what was originally approved, which is a multi family residential building. All of
the fraternity members can continue to live together on the parcel. If, through investigation, we identify evidence
that they have held a fraternity sponsored event, it would be considered a land use violation for operation as a
fraternity without a permit and may result in a Notice of Violation and/or administrative citation, depending on
past enforcement. Evidence of sponsorship would include advertisement via social media by the fraternity,
signage displayed during the event, an admission by a resident or some other articulable evidence that shows
the fraternity hosted an event. If a party or gathering is hosted by the residents that is not fraternity sponsored,
they would be subject to same noise and unruly gathering regulations as anyone else living in the city.
Happy to answer any further questions.
John Mezzapesa
Interim Deputy Building Official
Community Development
Building and Safety
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3668
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From: Shoresman, Michelle <mshoresm@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:46 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler
<tcorey@slocity.org>; Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
Wow. Interesting. I might have to go back and watch the discussion.
And…I have to ask…it’s highly unlikely that this is going to stop them from throwing parties…so, assuming no (or an
unsuccessful) appeal, and they don’t have a CUP anymore…what happens if they get caught having a party?
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From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:53 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>;
Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
BCC:Council_all
Hello Mayor and Councilmembers,
I wanted to let you know that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to revoke CUPs for two fraternities ( Delta
Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place and Sigma Nu at 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way) this evening. The resolutions for
denial will return for adoption at the June 11 Planning Commission meeting, as time is needed to prepare revocation
resolutions (the staff recommendation and resolutions provided to the Commission in the packet were for CUPs with
modified conditions, not for revocation of the CUPs). After approval of the resolutions, the fraternities do have the
opportunity to appeal the revocations to the City Council. I will keep everyone updated if an appeal is received.
I do not normally provide up-to-the minute Planning Commission news, but given the attention on Greek life and
neighborhood wellness issues, I wanted to make sure that you are all aware in case you receive questions or inquiries
from the public about this action.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Thank you!
Timothea (Timmi) Tway
Director of Community Development
Community Development
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From:Shoresman, Michelle
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:47 PM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Collins, Scott; Corey, Tyler; Symens, Sadie; Mezzapesa, John
Subject:RE: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
Wow. Interesting. I might have to go back and watch the discussion.
And…I have to ask…it’s highly unlikely that this is going to stop them from throwing parties…so, assuming no (or an
unsuccessful) appeal, and they don’t have a CUP anymore…what happens if they get caught having a party?
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:53 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>;
Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
BCC:Council_all
Hello Mayor and Councilmembers,
I wanted to let you know that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to revoke CUPs for two fraternities ( Delta
Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place and Sigma Nu at 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way) this evening. The resolutions for
denial will return for adoption at the June 11 Planning Commission meeting, as time is needed to prepare revocation
resolutions (the staff recommendation and resolutions provided to the Commission in the packet were for CUPs with
modified conditions, not for revocation of the CUPs). After approval of the resolutions, the fraternities do have the
opportunity to appeal the revocations to the City Council. I will keep everyone updated if an appeal is received.
I do not normally provide up-to-the minute Planning Commission news, but given the attention on Greek life and
neighborhood wellness issues, I wanted to make sure that you are all aware in case you receive questions or inquiries
from the public about this action.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Thank you!
Timothea (Timmi) Tway
Director of Community Development
Community Development
919 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
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From:SLO <noreply@user.govoutreach.com>
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 6:17 PM
To:Mezzapesa, John; Buckley, Nick; Green, Harriet; Salem, Rami
Subject:Ask SLO Notification of new Land Use Violation Request #11991
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Request # 11991 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to Code Enforcement.
Request type: Problem
Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Fraternity-sponsored event at this location advertised on Delta Upsilon's Instagram
page at this link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJsRg7nSf28/
I have not received an update from previous complaint (Ask SLO New Request # 11882)
Location: 1686 Loomis Street
Expected Close Date: June 1, 2025
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From:Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 3:40 PM
To:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Subject:Re: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Does the appeal process have a time period it is valid to submit?
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
On Thu, May 29, 2025 at 3:35 PM Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Charlie,
Thank you for your email. I have linked the Planning Commission Action Update that is located in the public archive.
The resolution for the revocation will return to the Planning Commission for adoption at the June 11, 2025 meeting. I
have also linked the Item 4b staff report for your review. Should you have additional questions, please feel free to
reach out.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 2:57 PM
To: Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Thank you for getting back to me. I was wondering if and how I can get the written decision from the planning
commission as well as the staff report from the hearing.
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
On Thu, May 29, 2025 at 8:38 AM Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Charlie,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive.
For future meetings, please submit written comments no later than 3 hours prior to the meeting. Any submissions
received less than 3 hours prior to the meeting may not be archived/distributed until the following day. This
timeframe provides the staff and Committee members with a greater opportunity to review and consider issues
and/or concerns prior to the meeting.
Public meeting agendas information link
Best,
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:28 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
To whom it may concern,
My name is Charlie Minor. I am the president of Sigma Nu and will be representing our chapter in tonight's
hearing. Mallory Patino has just informed me I can submit information I deem useful to the hearing, so below I
have attached several letters.
The letters are as follows:
1. Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola, the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life
2. Leslie Orradre, Executive Director for Jack's Helping Hand
3. Seven neighbors directly adjacent to 1304 East Foothill Blvd. and several farther
Thank you.
Neighbors to 1304.pdf
Charlie Minor
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Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 3:36 PM
To:Sigma Nu President
Subject:RE: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Hi Charlie,
Thank you for your email. I have linked the Planning Commission Action Update that is located in the public archive.
The resolution for the revocation will return to the Planning Commission for adoption at the June 11, 2025 meeting. I
have also linked the Item 4b staff report for your review. Should you have additional questions, please feel free to
reach out.
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 2:57 PM
To: Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Thank you for getting back to me. I was wondering if and how I can get the written decision from the planning
commission as well as the staff report from the hearing.
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
On Thu, May 29, 2025 at 8:38 AM Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Charlie,
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Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive.
For future meetings, please submit written comments no later than 3 hours prior to the meeting. Any submissions
received less than 3 hours prior to the meeting may not be archived/distributed until the following day. This timeframe
provides the staff and Committee members with a greater opportunity to review and consider issues and/or concerns
prior to the meeting.
Public meeting agendas information link
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Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:28 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
To whom it may concern,
My name is Charlie Minor. I am the president of Sigma Nu and will be representing our chapter in tonight's
hearing. Mallory Patino has just informed me I can submit information I deem useful to the hearing, so below I
have attached several letters.
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The letters are as follows:
1. Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola, the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life
2. Leslie Orradre, Executive Director for Jack's Helping Hand
3. Seven neighbors directly adjacent to 1304 East Foothill Blvd. and several farther
Thank you.
Neighbors to 1304.pdf
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
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From:Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 3:24 PM
To:Cohen, Rachel
Subject:Delta Chi CUP Revocation Appeal
Hi Rachel,
My name is Jakob Zuckermandel and I am reaching out looking for information regarding the appeal process for
the revocation of our fraternity’s Conditional Use Permit. I am wondering when the 10 days to submit timeline
begins if it was last night or in June when the revocation is voted on.
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
(
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From:Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:03 PM
To:Patino, Mallory
Subject:CUP re-review appeal
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Mallory,
Thanks for all your help so far on this re-review. We are wondering what our next steps forwards are for the time
being and what the appeal process looks like/when that starts.
Thank you,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
(
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From:Marx, Jan
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:00 AM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Subject:RE: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
Thanks for the good news!
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:53 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>;
Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
BCC:Council_all
Hello Mayor and Councilmembers,
I wanted to let you know that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to revoke CUPs for two fraternities ( Delta
Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place and Sigma Nu at 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way) this evening. The resolutions for
denial will return for adoption at the June 11 Planning Commission meeting, as time is needed to prepare revocation
resolutions (the staff recommendation and resolutions provided to the Commission in the packet were for CUPs with
modified conditions, not for revocation of the CUPs). After approval of the resolutions, the fraternities do have the
opportunity to appeal the revocations to the City Council. I will keep everyone updated if an appeal is received.
I do not normally provide up-to-the minute Planning Commission news, but given the attention on Greek life and
neighborhood wellness issues, I wanted to make sure that you are all aware in case you receive questions or inquiries
from the public about this action.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Thank you!
Timothea (Timmi) Tway
Director of Community Development
Community Development
919 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E TTway@slocity.org
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:42 AM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence, Item 4b
BCC: PC Members and Staff
Hello,
Linked is the agenda correspondence received for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting after the
deadline.
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Minor
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:39 AM
To:Sigma Nu President
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Hi Charlie,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive.
For future meetings, please submit written comments no later than 3 hours prior to the meeting. Any submissions
received less than 3 hours prior to the meeting may not be archived/distributed until the following day. This timeframe
provides the staff and Committee members with a greater opportunity to review and consider issues and/or concerns
prior to the meeting.
Public meeting agendas information link
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:28 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
To whom it may concern,
My name is Charlie Minor. I am the president of Sigma Nu and will be representing our chapter in tonight's
hearing. Mallory Patino has just informed me I can submit information I deem useful to the hearing, so below I
have attached several letters.
The letters are as follows:
1. Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola, the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life
2. Leslie Orradre, Executive Director for Jack's Helping Hand
3. Seven neighbors directly adjacent to 1304 East Foothill Blvd. and several farther
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Thank you.
Neighbors to 1304.pdf
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
95
From:Smith, Adria
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:43 AM
To:Menesez, Marjorie
Subject:RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
You’re very welcome!
From: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:41 AM
To: Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Thank you so much for taking care of this!
From: Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:05 PM
To: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi Sadie,
Here are address history checks for the addresses. 뇤눎눐눑눒눏
Thanks,
Adria
From: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:49 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Sorry I didn’t realize how long ago St. Fratty’s day was; can we make it from 3/10/2025 to the present? Thanks!
From: Symens, Sadie
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:47 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi there,
I have a last minute request before the Planning Commission hearing tomorrow; I understand if it’s not possible to get
a response before then, but figured I’d try. I’d like to know how many calls for service were made to 1236 Monte Vista
Place and 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way (two addresses/corner lot of Sigma Nu fraternity house), and if possible,
what the calls were for, over the last 60 days. Thank you!!!
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From:Collins, Scott
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 6:55 AM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Subject:RE: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
Thank you, Timmi! I really appreciate the hard work/collaboration of your team in pulling these items together for the
PC.
-Scott
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:53 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>;
Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
BCC:Council_all
Hello Mayor and Councilmembers,
I wanted to let you know that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to revoke CUPs for two fraternities ( Delta
Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place and Sigma Nu at 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way) this evening. The resolutions for
denial will return for adoption at the June 11 Planning Commission meeting, as time is needed to prepare revocation
resolutions (the staff recommendation and resolutions provided to the Commission in the packet were for CUPs with
modified conditions, not for revocation of the CUPs). After approval of the resolutions, the fraternities do have the
opportunity to appeal the revocations to the City Council. I will keep everyone updated if an appeal is received.
I do not normally provide up-to-the minute Planning Commission news, but given the attention on Greek life and
neighborhood wellness issues, I wanted to make sure that you are all aware in case you receive questions or inquiries
from the public about this action.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Thank you!
Timothea (Timmi) Tway
Director of Community Development
Community Development
919 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E TTway@slocity.org
T 805.781.7187
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From:Jeff <
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 11:03 PM
To:Shoresman, Michelle
Subject:Re: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
Thanks Michelle
You’re very kind to reply to everything I send your way. Sky and I are in Paris, loving it here, but not missing the
noise. I know this is a hard fight. I also know the politics of this must be nasty. Cal poly needs to up their game
but I really don’t think they care or want to. The city council I think, wants to help my neighborhood, but the
arrangements with Cal poly are tricky and sometimes it’s hard to bite the hand that feeds you. In actuality I don’t
know how strong their hand is, but a lot of money is spent in San Luis that comes from them or the students
themselves. I find it all bittersweet. Ken Schwartz, a good friend of mine, bless his heart, wanted me to run for
Mayor before he died. But I don’t have the right constitution to do it. Just the strong desire to keep San Luis a
wonderful place to live. So bless you for what do, I greatly appreciate that!
Take care and thanks for your concern.
Jeff
Sent from my iPhone
On May 29, 2025, at 5:58 AM, Shoresman, Michelle <mshoresm@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Jeff,
Just wanted to let you know that I just learned that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to
revoke CUPs for these two fraternities this evening. Final resolutions on this revocation will come back
to the PC on June 11, in case you want to follow closely.
Michelle
From: Shoresman, Michelle <mshoresm@slocity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:40 PM
To: Jeff <
Subject: Re: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
Hi Jeff,
Thanks for your email. I’m so very sorry for what you are experiencing, and that it is so disruptive to
you. We continue to work on these issues and have been trying to solicit Cal Poly’s assistance.
Their partnership was very constructive at helping quelch the St. Patrick’s Day festivities and
move them on-campus. However, we continue to struggle with fraternity behavior in the
neighborhoods. We understand that the “sticks” we have to work with as a city are not as
productive as the penalties that the university could impose (academic discipline is much more
persuasive than fines and other code violation penalties), so we will continue to try and get their
assistance, while also working on other potential remedies.
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Please continue to report the violations that you experience. Frequency matters, as we often can’t
do anything once the party quiets down or moves elsewhere.
Thanks again. And, we will keep working on it.
Michelle
From: Jeff <
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 11:16:41 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Cc: E-mail Council Website <emailcouncil@slocity.org>; Rqn of Slo <rqn.board@yahoo.com>; Karen Adler
< ; Kathie Walker < ; Carolyn <
Subject: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
To the Advisory board
I am writing, once again, to express my feelings about noise and deterioration of my neighborhood. I live
near Kentucky and Hathway. Ground zero, Hell’s Kitchen. I have lived in San Luis for 46 years, 25 years at
my current location. I believe in the rule of law. There are laws on the books that are not followed and I
hope in this country, that when not followed, the responsible parties should be held to account. There is so
much noise that comes from these two Frat houses, you would not be happy living with your families, if you
lived where I do. I promise you that and invite you to come to my home to hear it. I have called the police
dozens of times over the last 2 years for noise violations. Particularly on Saturday afternoons where about
500 people regularly gather to party. Live music is so loud, you cannot function normally because it really
bothers you psychologically. It has been pointed out to you, very specifically of each of these numerous
noise violations. But if each kid chips in 5 bucks, the fine is paid, the fun continues and nothing happens.
Not only do I beg you NOT to approve these requests, but also work with the city council to make new laws
and amend old laws to make the fraternities and the property owners more responsible for this reckless
and thoughtless behavior! I am old,I am tired, I pay taxes, but i am still and human being and my rights as a
citizen still need to be honored and respected. My previous protest to the city council was, ‘Don’t turn Alta
Vista into Isla Vista’! That didn’t happen! My neighborhood deserves the same respect and treatment as
other SLO neighborhoods. This would never be allowed in the Country Club area or all other areas of SLO.
My neighborhood is singled out because it is a student neighborhood and frankly i don’t think there is
enough Police power to adequately protect it. So why don’t you DO something to start the ball rolling with
the fraternity problems. Much more needs to be done, but this could be a beginning.My life depends on it!
Please, ‘Do the right thing’!
Respectfully,
Jeff (last name withheld because i am worried about retribution, since I have had my living room windows
and car windows broken due to previous problems with students. If you want or need my last name, please
right me back securely and i will give it to you)
Sent from my iPad (Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious)!
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From:Shoresman, Michelle
Sent:Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:47 PM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Collins, Scott; Corey, Tyler; Symens, Sadie; Mezzapesa, John
Subject:RE: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
Wow. Interesting. I might have to go back and watch the discussion.
And…I have to ask…it’s highly unlikely that this is going to stop them from throwing parties…so, assuming no (or an
unsuccessful) appeal, and they don’t have a CUP anymore…what happens if they get caught having a party?
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:53 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>;
Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
BCC:Council_all
Hello Mayor and Councilmembers,
I wanted to let you know that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to revoke CUPs for two fraternities ( Delta
Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place and Sigma Nu at 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way) this evening. The resolutions for
denial will return for adoption at the June 11 Planning Commission meeting, as time is needed to prepare revocation
resolutions (the staff recommendation and resolutions provided to the Commission in the packet were for CUPs with
modified conditions, not for revocation of the CUPs). After approval of the resolutions, the fraternities do have the
opportunity to appeal the revocations to the City Council. I will keep everyone updated if an appeal is received.
I do not normally provide up-to-the minute Planning Commission news, but given the attention on Greek life and
neighborhood wellness issues, I wanted to make sure that you are all aware in case you receive questions or inquiries
from the public about this action.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Thank you!
Timothea (Timmi) Tway
Director of Community Development
Community Development
919 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E TTway@slocity.org
T 805.781.7187
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From:Shoresman, Michelle
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:58 PM
To:Jeff
Subject:RE: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
Hi Jeff,
Just wanted to let you know that I just learned that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to revoke CUPs for
these two fraternities this evening. Final resolutions on this revocation will come back to the PC on June 11, in case
you want to follow closely.
Michelle
From: Shoresman, Michelle <mshoresm@slocity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:40 PM
To: Jeff Eidelman <
Subject: Re: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
Hi Jeff,
Thanks for your email. I’m so very sorry for what you are experiencing, and that it is so disruptive to you. We
continue to work on these issues and have been trying to solicit Cal Poly’s assistance. Their partnership was
very constructive at helping quelch the St. Patrick’s Day festivities and move them on-campus. However, we
continue to struggle with fraternity behavior in the neighborhoods. We understand that the “sticks” we have to
work with as a city are not as productive as the penalties that the university could impose (academic discipline
is much more persuasive than fines and other code violation penalties), so we will continue to try and get their
assistance, while also working on other potential remedies.
Please continue to report the violations that you experience. Frequency matters, as we often can’t do anything
once the party quiets down or moves elsewhere.
Thanks again. And, we will keep working on it.
Michelle
From: Jeff <
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 11:16:41 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Cc: E-mail Council Website <emailcouncil@slocity.org>; Rqn of Slo <rqn.board@yahoo.com>; Karen Adler
< ; Kathie Walker < ; Carolyn <
Subject: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
To the Advisory board
I am writing, once again, to express my feelings about noise and deterioration of my neighborhood. I live near Kentucky
and Hathway. Ground zero, Hell’s Kitchen. I have lived in San Luis for 46 years, 25 years at my current location. I believe in
the rule of law. There are laws on the books that are not followed and I hope in this country, that when not followed, the
responsible parties should be held to account. There is so much noise that comes from these two Frat houses, you would
not be happy living with your families, if you lived where I do. I promise you that and invite you to come to my home to hear
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it. I have called the police dozens of times over the last 2 years for noise violations. Particularly on Saturday afternoons
where about 500 people regularly gather to party. Live music is so loud, you cannot function normally because it really
bothers you psychologically. It has been pointed out to you, very specifically of each of these numerous noise violations.
But if each kid chips in 5 bucks, the fine is paid, the fun continues and nothing happens. Not only do I beg you NOT to
approve these requests, but also work with the city council to make new laws and amend old laws to make the fraternities
and the property owners more responsible for this reckless and thoughtless behavior! I am old,I am tired, I pay taxes, but i
am still and human being and my rights as a citizen still need to be honored and respected. My previous protest to the city
council was, ‘Don’t turn Alta Vista into Isla Vista’! That didn’t happen! My neighborhood deserves the same respect and
treatment as other SLO neighborhoods. This would never be allowed in the Country Club area or all other areas of SLO. My
neighborhood is singled out because it is a student neighborhood and frankly i don’t think there is enough Police power to
adequately protect it. So why don’t you DO something to start the ball rolling with the fraternity problems. Much more
needs to be done, but this could be a beginning.My life depends on it! Please, ‘Do the right thing’!
Respectfully,
Jeff (last name withheld because i am worried about retribution, since I have had my living room windows and car
windows broken due to previous problems with students. If you want or need my last name, please right me back securely
and i will give it to you)
Sent from my iPad (Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious)!
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From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:53 PM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Collins, Scott; Corey, Tyler; Symens, Sadie; Mezzapesa, John
Subject:Update on Planning Commission meeting this evening - revocation of Fraternity CUPs
BCC:Council_all
Hello Mayor and Councilmembers,
I wanted to let you know that the Planning Commission voted unanimously to revoke CUPs for two fraternities ( Delta
Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place and Sigma Nu at 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way) this evening. The resolutions for
denial will return for adoption at the June 11 Planning Commission meeting, as time is needed to prepare revocation
resolutions (the staff recommendation and resolutions provided to the Commission in the packet were for CUPs with
modified conditions, not for revocation of the CUPs). After approval of the resolutions, the fraternities do have the
opportunity to appeal the revocations to the City Council. I will keep everyone updated if an appeal is received.
I do not normally provide up-to-the minute Planning Commission news, but given the attention on Greek life and
neighborhood wellness issues, I wanted to make sure that you are all aware in case you receive questions or inquiries
from the public about this action.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Thank you!
Timothea (Timmi) Tway
Director of Community Development
Community Development
919 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E TTway@slocity.org
T 805.781.7187
slocity.org
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From:Shoresman, Michelle
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:40 PM
To:Jeff
Subject:Re: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
Hi Jeff,
Thanks for your email. I’m so very sorry for what you are experiencing, and that it is so disruptive to you. We
continue to work on these issues and have been trying to solicit Cal Poly’s assistance. Their partnership was
very constructive at helping quelch the St. Patrick’s Day festivities and move them on-campus. However, we
continue to struggle with fraternity behavior in the neighborhoods. We understand that the “sticks” we have to
work with as a city are not as productive as the penalties that the university could impose (academic discipline
is much more persuasive than fines and other code violation penalties), so we will continue to try and get their
assistance, while also working on other potential remedies.
Please continue to report the violations that you experience. Frequency matters, as we often can’t do anything
once the party quiets down or moves elsewhere.
Thanks again. And, we will keep working on it.
Michelle
From: Jeff <
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 11:16:41 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Cc: E-mail Council Website <emailcouncil@slocity.org>; Rqn of Slo <rqn.board@yahoo.com>; Karen Adler
< ; Kathie Walker < ; Carolyn <
Subject: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
To the Advisory board
I am writing, once again, to express my feelings about noise and deterioration of my neighborhood. I live near Kentucky
and Hathway. Ground zero, Hell’s Kitchen. I have lived in San Luis for 46 years, 25 years at my current location. I believe in
the rule of law. There are laws on the books that are not followed and I hope in this country, that when not followed, the
responsible parties should be held to account. There is so much noise that comes from these two Frat houses, you would
not be happy living with your families, if you lived where I do. I promise you that and invite you to come to my home to hear
it. I have called the police dozens of times over the last 2 years for noise violations. Particularly on Saturday afternoons
where about 500 people regularly gather to party. Live music is so loud, you cannot function normally because it really
bothers you psychologically. It has been pointed out to you, very specifically of each of these numerous noise violations.
But if each kid chips in 5 bucks, the fine is paid, the fun continues and nothing happens. Not only do I beg you NOT to
approve these requests, but also work with the city council to make new laws and amend old laws to make the fraternities
and the property owners more responsible for this reckless and thoughtless behavior! I am old,I am tired, I pay taxes, but i
am still and human being and my rights as a citizen still need to be honored and respected. My previous protest to the city
council was, ‘Don’t turn Alta Vista into Isla Vista’! That didn’t happen! My neighborhood deserves the same respect and
treatment as other SLO neighborhoods. This would never be allowed in the Country Club area or all other areas of SLO. My
neighborhood is singled out because it is a student neighborhood and frankly i don’t think there is enough Police power to
adequately protect it. So why don’t you DO something to start the ball rolling with the fraternity problems. Much more
needs to be done, but this could be a beginning.My life depends on it! Please, ‘Do the right thing’!
Respectfully,
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Jeff (last name withheld because i am worried about retribution, since I have had my living room windows and car
windows broken due to previous problems with students. If you want or need my last name, please right me back securely
and i will give it to you)
Sent from my iPad (Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious)!
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From:Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:28 PM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Sigma Nu CUP Hearing
Attachments:Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola.pdf; Leslie Orradre.pdf
To whom it may concern,
My name is Charlie Minor. I am the president of Sigma Nu and will be representing our chapter in tonight's
hearing. Mallory Patino has just informed me I can submit information I deem useful to the hearing, so below I
have attached several letters.
The letters are as follows:
1. Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola, the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life
2. Leslie Orradre, Executive Director for Jack's Helping Hand
3. Seven neighbors directly adjacent to 1304 East Foothill Blvd. and several farther
Thank you.
Neighbors to 1304.pdf
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:28 PM
To:Jakob Zuckermandel
Subject:RE: CUP meeting location
Hi Jakob,
Sorry, I thought I’d already let you know, my bad!
The meeting will begin at 6pm, and arriving a little early is a great idea. The meeting is in Council Chambers at City
Hall (990 Palm St).
Let me know if you have trouble finding it. I’ll have my email up on my phone leading up to the meeting.
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:24 PM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: CUP meeting location
Hi Mallory,
Just wondering where the specific location to meet for this is at? I’m planning on arriving early so that I will not
be late.
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:00 PM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence, Item 4a & 4b
BCC: PC Members and Staff
Hello,
Linked is the agenda correspondence received for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Anonymous (2)
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Anonymous (2)
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 2:30 PM
To:Taylor Gilmore
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Re-Review of Fraternity CUPs
Hi Taylor,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for tonight’s meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
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From: Taylor Gilmore <
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 2:12 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Re-Review of Fraternity CUPs
Planning Commissioners,
I’m writing to urge you to deny the conditional use permits for the fraternities at 1236 Monte Vista
and 1304 Foothill. These properties, and other fraternities operating nearby, have made it difficult
to enjoy the weekends. They have loud parties without any consideration for how it affects others.
They have ignored warnings and citations and have shown that they are not responsible enough to
abide by the conditions of their use permits.
I live in the Alta Vista neighborhood with my husband and our two young children. Noisy fraternity
parties often keep us awake. We can hear noise coming from parties along “Frat Row” and other
areas of our neighborhood pretty much every weekend during the school year, day and night. We
hear and see groups of people walking by, looking for the parties. It has affected my family’s ability
to sleep at night or enjoy being outside in the yard during the day.
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I graduated from Cal Poly about 15 years ago and currently teach therewhile also working a full-
time job. While I was a college student, I had parties and attended parties and was aware of
how my behavior affected my neighbors. The police also patrolled the neighborhoods near
campusand were more aggressive with enforcement. Things have gone off the rails since then and
there is little enforcement of people walking around with alcohol, screaming, and being a
nuisance. The crux of the problem is the fraternities in residential neighborhoods, permitted and
unpermitted.
Item 2.1 of the Staff report, Consistency with the General Plan / Zoning Regulations, says the
fraternity use is consistent with Land Use Element 2.6.5 and Housing Element Policy 8.5.
2.6.5 says: “The City shall work with Cal Poly to develop a proposal to
locate fraternities on campus for consideration by the CSU Board. If locations on campus
cannot be provided, fraternities and sororities should be limited to medium-high and high-
density residential areas near the campus.”
8.5 says: “Locate fraternities and sororities on the Cal Poly University campus. Until that is
possible, they should be located inMedium-High and High-Density residential zones near the
campus.”
I do not believe the General Plan meant for the city’s neighborhoods to serve as Cal Poly’s Greek
Row in perpetuity. It will never be “possible” to locate Greek life on campus until the city takes a
stand to compel Cal Poly to do something.
The only solution is for Cal Poly to provide housing accommodation for its fraternities on campus,
away from neighborhoods. The lifestyles in a residential neighborhood and Greek life are not
compatible. To that end, the city should be seeking a solution by pressuring Cal Poly to provide
housing for its Greek houses on campus and not allowing the neighborhoods to become the default
Greek Row.
Meanwhile, the Planning Commission should revoke the use permits for 1236 Monte Vista and 1304
Foothill because they have repeatedly not followed the conditions of the use permits. If
someone gets a ticket for driving 120 MPH, they pay a fine and could lose their license. Those are
the consequences of unsafe and illegal actions. Here, the fraternities are paying the fine and
continuing to break the laws without any sense of responsibility. They’ve shown they don’t respect
the law or the neighborhood. Their attitudes continue to be that they “deserve” to have parties and
the college experience and they are paying a lot to be here. They are only here for a few years, so
they tend to care more about their experience while in college than the long term residents who call
this area home. While I agree they should be able to party and have fun, they should certainly be
more considerate of the neighborhood and either have events on campus or at a venue that
supports that use. As relatively short term residents, the fraternity members aren’t incentivized to
follow the rules since they will be gone by the time there are any real ramifications.
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My family is actively looking to leave the neighborhood, but in the meantime we continue to be
impacted. It makes me especially sad for my neighbors who have lived in the neighborhood their
entire lives and are too old to uproot everything and move. I’m hoping that by denying the use
permits, it will force Cal Poly to seriously look at implementing a Greek Row on campus rather that
continuing to make it an issue for the City and residents to deal with.
The Clerk may provide you with my email so you can contact me if you need more information. I do
not want to be publicly identified because I am afraid of retaliation by fraternity members, which
has happened to several people in the neighborhood already. I also don’t want to be negatively
targeted by members as it relates to my employment at Cal Poly.
Thank you,
Taylor Gilmore
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From:Taylor Gilmore <
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 2:12 PM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Re-Review of Fraternity CUPs
Planning Commissioners,
I’m writing to urge you to deny the conditional use permits for the fraternities at 1236 Monte Vista
and 1304 Foothill. These properties, and other fraternities operating nearby, have made it difficult
to enjoy the weekends. They have loud parties without any consideration for how it affects others.
They have ignored warnings and citations and have shown that they are not responsible enough to
abide by the conditions of their use permits.
I live in the Alta Vista neighborhood with my husband and our two young children. Noisy fraternity
parties often keep us awake. We can hear noise coming from parties along “Frat Row” and other
areas of our neighborhood pretty much every weekend during the school year, day and night. We
hear and see groups of people walking by, looking for the parties. It has affected my family’s ability
to sleep at night or enjoy being outside in the yard during the day.
I graduated from Cal Poly about 15 years ago and currently teach therewhile also working a full-
time job. While I was a college student, I had parties and attended parties and was aware of
how my behavior affected my neighbors. The police also patrolled the neighborhoods near
campusand were more aggressive with enforcement. Things have gone off the rails since then and
there is little enforcement of people walking around with alcohol, screaming, and being a
nuisance. The crux of the problem is the fraternities in residential neighborhoods, permitted and
unpermitted.
Item 2.1 of the Staff report, Consistency with the General Plan / Zoning Regulations, says the
fraternity use is consistent with Land Use Element 2.6.5 and Housing Element Policy 8.5.
2.6.5 says: “The City shall work with Cal Poly to develop a proposal to
locate fraternities on campus for consideration by the CSU Board. If locations on campus
cannot be provided, fraternities and sororities should be limited to medium-high and high-
density residential areas near the campus.”
8.5 says: “Locate fraternities and sororities on the Cal Poly University campus. Until that is
possible, they should be located inMedium-High and High-Density residential zones near the
campus.”
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I do not believe the General Plan meant for the city’s neighborhoods to serve as Cal Poly’s Greek
Row in perpetuity. It will never be “possible” to locate Greek life on campus until the city takes a
stand to compel Cal Poly to do something.
The only solution is for Cal Poly to provide housing accommodation for its fraternities on campus,
away from neighborhoods. The lifestyles in a residential neighborhood and Greek life are not
compatible. To that end, the city should be seeking a solution by pressuring Cal Poly to provide
housing for its Greek houses on campus and not allowing the neighborhoods to become the default
Greek Row.
Meanwhile, the Planning Commission should revoke the use permits for 1236 Monte Vista and 1304
Foothill because they have repeatedly not followed the conditions of the use permits. If
someone gets a ticket for driving 120 MPH, they pay a fine and could lose their license. Those are
the consequences of unsafe and illegal actions. Here, the fraternities are paying the fine and
continuing to break the laws without any sense of responsibility. They’ve shown they don’t respect
the law or the neighborhood. Their attitudes continue to be that they “deserve” to have parties and
the college experience and they are paying a lot to be here. They are only here for a few years, so
they tend to care more about their experience while in college than the long term residents who call
this area home. While I agree they should be able to party and have fun, they should certainly be
more considerate of the neighborhood and either have events on campus or at a venue that
supports that use. As relatively short term residents, the fraternity members aren’t incentivized to
follow the rules since they will be gone by the time there are any real ramifications.
My family is actively looking to leave the neighborhood, but in the meantime we continue to be
impacted. It makes me especially sad for my neighbors who have lived in the neighborhood their
entire lives and are too old to uproot everything and move. I’m hoping that by denying the use
permits, it will force Cal Poly to seriously look at implementing a Greek Row on campus rather that
continuing to make it an issue for the City and residents to deal with.
The Clerk may provide you with my email so you can contact me if you need more information. I do
not want to be publicly identified because I am afraid of retaliation by fraternity members, which
has happened to several people in the neighborhood already. I also don’t want to be negatively
targeted by members as it relates to my employment at Cal Poly.
Thank you,
Taylor Gilmore
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:56 PM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence, Item 4a & 4b
BCC: PC Members and Staff
Hello,
Linked is the agenda correspondence received for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Cross
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Cross
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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City Administration
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:55 PM
To:Brett Cross
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY.
Hi Brett,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for tonight’s meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
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From: Brett Cross <
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:21 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY.
Dear Planning Commission,
Please consider these comments to apply to both Conditional Use Permits before your Commission this evening.
As part ot the application the Commission is being asked to approve certain findings including Finding 6. "6. As conditioned, the
establishment and subsequent operation or conduct of the project will not, because of the circumstances and conditions applie d in
the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of the general public or persons residing or working in the
neighborhood of the use,....." Will the conditions actually meet this standard and can you make this finding?
Condition #2 "
2. The Conditional Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission as soon as practical if conduct on the permitted
premises results in three (3) citations within any 12-month period for a violation of law or permit condition"
The allowable number of citations prior to review is excessive and is not consistent with the finding #6, whereas the use will not be
detrimental to persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the use. Additionally, are what process is in place to ensure
violations are made known to the Community Development Department.
Any 1 violation of the City's Noise ordinance should require the Fraternity to acknowledge and sign a declaration that they
understand the City's Noise Ordinance A second violation in a 12 month period will result in Planning Commission review.
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The Conditions of Approval allow "
4. Routine meetings and gatherings for the fraternity shall be limited to a maximum of 54 people" Who is responsible for ensuring
this condition is followed. What city department or departments will be ensuring this condition is being followed? How many
members are there in this fraternity?
It also doesn't appear there is a limit on the number of special events, "except as otherwise approved by the Community
Development Director for special events." There should be an acknowledgement that numerous special events can have an
impact on surrounding residents. Especially cumulative impacts from "special events" approved at other fraternities or sororities..
A limit of Special Events should be considered.
Lastly, it's a concern that residents who sent in correspondence who live in the area don't feel safe due to possible retaliation and
decided to keep their information limited. That is a real issue that the commission needs to acknowledge.
Sincerely,
Brett Cross
San Luis Obispo.
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To:Mezzapesa, John; Buckley, Nick; Green, Harriet; Salem, Rami
Subject:Ask SLO Notification of new Land Use Violation Request #11962
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Request # 11962 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to Code Enforcement.
Request type: Problem
Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Add to complaint 11953 The noise Citation issued lists 200 people at this illegal
fraternity-related event at 12 Hathway. The Citation was issued to RYAN BROWN, and
he is a Fraternity member of Lambda Chi Alpha according to social media, including
Lambda Chi Alpha's Instagram page and Lambda Chi Alpha's IM sports team.
Location: 12 Hathway Avenue re: Ask SLO New Request # 11953
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Subject:Ask SLO You have been assigned a new Request #: 11960
Categories:Ask SLO Request
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Request # 11960 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you.
Request type: Problem
Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Phi Kappa Psi on 4/19/2025. THIS EVENT WAS
LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY
CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF
SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR. There was a tarp blocking the view of the
waterslide and party in the courtyard between the three houses on the property. The
property encompasses 1271, 1273 and 1275 Stafford and has been operating illegally
as a fraternity since 2023.
The party was cited by SLOPD on 4/19/2025 at appx 4:30 PM. The citation was issued to
GRAHAM GOULD, and he is a Fraternity member and an officer of Phi Kappa Psi.
Cal Poly has this address listed as holding fraternity events since 2023, illegally in an R2
residential neighborhood.
Location: 1271 Stafford Street
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To:Code Enforcement
Subject:Ask SLO You have been assigned a new Request #: 11959
Categories:Ask SLO Request
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Request # 11959 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you.
Request type: Problem
Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Beta Theta Pi on 4/19/2025. THIS EVENT WAS
LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY
CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF
SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR. The City could get the addresses of all
fraternity events, including the illegal locations, from Cal Poly.
The party was cited by SLOPD on 4/19/2025 at appx 4:05 PM. The citation was issued to
ZACHARY QUATTROCCHI, and he is a Fraternity member and an officer of Beta Theta
Pi.
1327 Foothill was previously identified as an illegal fraternity house for Beta Theta Pi
and a Notice was sent to the property owner regarding the illegal fraternity operations. It
was also identified in Cal Poly AB 524 Report at the Chapter Facility in both reports,
posted 10/1/2023 and 10/1/2024. The property has had many noise calls to SLOPD and
continues to operate as a fraternity without a conditional use permit.
Location: 1327 Foothill Boulevard
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Subject:Ask SLO You have been assigned a new Request #: 11958
Categories:Ask SLO Request
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Request # 11958 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you.
Request type: Problem
Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Phi Gamma Delta, also known as FIJI, on
4/18/2025. THIS EVENT WAS LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS
BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND
PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR. Cal Poly
could confirm the address of this illegal fraternity event. THIS IS THE MAIN CHAPTER
HOUSE FOR PHI GAMMA DELTA ILLEGALLY OPERATING IN AN R2 RESIDENTIAL
NEIGHBORHOOD.
The party was issued a DAC on 4/18/2025 with 40 people listed, which is self-reported
by the fraternity hosts. The property was not eligible for a DAC because of a previous
citation for a noisy party less than 9 months ago. The DAC was issued to ADIAN
HOGAN, and he is a Fraternity member of Phi Gamma Delta.
1229 Fredericks was previously identified as an illegal fraternity house and a Notice was
sent to the property owner regarding the illegal fraternity operations. It has continued to
hold fraternity-related events throughout the academic year 2024-2025. Cal Poly Greek
Life officer would be able to confirm this.
Location: 1229 Fredericks Street
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Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 12:51 PM
To:Code Enforcement
Subject:Ask SLO You have been assigned a new Request #: 11957
Categories:Ask SLO Request
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Request # 11957 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you.
Request type: Problem
Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Sigma Pi at its illegal fraternity house at 1555
Slack on 4/18/2025. THIS EVENT WAS REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS
BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND
PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR. Cal Poly
would have this address identified in its system which you could confirm.
The party was cited by SLOPD on 4/18/2025 at appx 10 PM with 100 people. The citation
was issued to KAI STOUT, and he is a Fraternity member of Sigma Pi. SLOPD body cam
footage would show contact with Fraternity members and the large group of fraternity
and sorority guests at the fraternity party.
1555 Slack was previously identified in Cal Poly's AB 524 Report as a fraternity location
for Delta Upsilon. Sigma Pi began operating this academic year, Fall 2024. It has
advertised rush events at this address.
Location: 1555 Slack Street
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Subject:Ask SLO Notification of new Land Use Violation Request #11956
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Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: On 4/17/2025, Zeta Beta Tau held an Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event with 150
people. THIS EVENT WAS LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS
BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND
PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR. Therefore,
you can get confirmation of the event from Cal Poly.
The party was cited by SLOPD on 4/17/2025 at appx 10:30 PM with 150 people. The
citation was issued to DYLAN DANIEL, and he the Director of Operations for Zeta Beta
Tau. SLOPD body cam video would confirm the large party and contact with the
Fraternity members. They have at least two posted out in the front yard checking people
in and watching for law enforcement.
1646 Fredericks was previously identified as an illegal fraternity house for Zeta Beta Tay
and a Notice was sent to the property owner regarding the illegal fraternity operations
after they held a rush event in October 2024.
Location: 1646 Fredericks Street
Expected Close Date: May 31, 2025
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Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Phi Sigma Kappa on 4/17/2025. THIS EVENT WAS
LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY
CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF
SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR.
The party was cited by SLOPD on 4/17/2025 at appx 10 PM with 65 people. The citation
was issued to ELIAS ROMERO, and he is the President of the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity
member.
Phi Sigma Kappa has advertised rush and other fraternity-related events at 1908 Loomis
since 2023 and it continues to operate as an illegal fraternity.
Location: 1908 Loomis Street
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Citizen name:
Description: Fraternity-related event at illegal fraternity house for Delta Sigma Phi at 1688/1684 Mill
St. on 4/17/2025. THIS EVENT WAS LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS
BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND
PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR. The party
was cited by SLOPD on 4/17/2025 at appx 9 PM. The citation was issued to OLIVER
TOSTADO, and he is a Fraternity member of Delta Sigma Phi.
1684/1688 Mill has a SIGNIFICANT noise history with SLOPD since it started operating
as an illegal fraternity in 2023. Delta Sigma Phi has advertised rush events at 1684/1688
Mill and posted photos of those events on Instagram. PLEASE CITE THE ILLEGAL
FRATERNITY AT THIS LOCATION.
Location: 1688 Mill Street
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On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 8:04:41 AM GMT-8, Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <acolunga@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Sandra,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
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Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 6:50 PM
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Subject: Subject: Items 4a and 4b
Dear Chairman and Planning Commission Members,
Residents for Quality Neighborhoods (RQN) strongly recommends that the Conditional Use Permits (CUP) for Delta Chi and
Sigma Nu be revoked.
The parties/events these fraternities host disrupt residents of not only the neighborhood in which they are located, but also
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residents of adjacent neighborhoods. In addition to the loud music and “people noise” from the property, there is also noise from
loud conversations of groups of, sometimes inebriated, individuals walking to and from their parties.
Both Delta Chi and Sigma Nu members have demonstrated over the years an unwillingness to abide by the city’s codes, violating
both noise and property codes. They routinely show a lack respect for their neighbors by hosting large, loud
parties/events. Citations have been ineffective to control the noise and conduct. Even the March 19, 2025, Notice of Violation of
their Conditional Use Permit did not remediate Delta Chi’s behavior as evidenced by the April 18, 2025, noise citation they
received. Nor did the April 2, 2025, Notice of Violation of their Conditional Use Permit remediate Sigma Nu’s behavior as
evidenced by the May 11, 2025, noise citation they received.
For these reasons and based upon their years of noncompliance, we do not anticipate that modifications to their Conditional Use
Permits will result in any behavioral changes, thus our recommendation to revoke these permits.
IF, however, you decide to retain and modify their Conditional Use Permits, we strongly recommend the following changes:
1. Reduce the number of citations required for automatic review in a 12-month period from three (3) to two (2). Fraternities do
not receive Disturbance Advisement Cards (DAC’s) so the first citation is actually their official warning. In addition, SLOPD
officers often issue verbal warnings. One official warning should be sufficient since most residents never receive a noise citation.
2. Include as a separate sentence: "A use permit shall be reviewed within “x” number of months (add time-frame) if any
reasonable written citizen or Police or Fire Department complaint is received by the city." A time-frame is needed to ensure timel y
review of the complaint.
3. Add the following as a separate condition: 'In accordance with paragraph 9-12-010 B. of the Municipal Code a noise
violation is considered a public nuisance."
Thank you for your time and your attention to this issue.
Sincerely,
Sandra Rowley
Chairperson, RQN
Note: When SLOPD issues a noise citation, they query the identified host as to the number of people in attendance. SLOPD
does not verify that number.
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Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Lambda Chi Alpha at one of its illegal fraternity
houses at 12 Hathway on 3/24/2025. THIS EVENT WAS LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL
POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT
REGISTRATION POLICY AND PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF SANCTIONS EVENTS
BEFORE THEY OCCUR. The party was cited by SLOPD for a noisy party on 3/24/2025 at
appx 3 PM.
SLOPD body cam footage would show the huge fraternity party at that address and
contact with fraternity members.
12 Hathway Avenue was previously identified as an illegal fraternity house for Lambda
Chi Alpha and a Notice was sent to the property owner regarding the illegal fraternity
operations.
Location: 12 Hathway Avenue
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Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Zeta Beta Tau on 5/24/2025. This annual "Z B
Tahiti" event was expected this weekend and a few potential addresses of Zeta Beta
Zau's illegal fraternity houses were given to the City Council beforehand, during its
meeting on 5/20/2025, including 1646 Fredericks. THIS EVENT WAS LIKELY REGISTED
WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5-10 DAYS BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY CAL POLY IFC’S
EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF SANCTIONS
EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR. Cal Poly could confirm the address of this illegal event.
The party was cited by SLOPD on 5/24/2025 at appx 2:10 PM with 200 people. The
citation was issued to JAMIE BOYLE, and he is a Fraternity member of Zeta Beta Tau.
SLOPD body cam footage would confirm contact with Fraternity members and the large
crowd which was more than the 200 cited in the noise citation.
1646 Fredericks was previously identified as an illegal fraternity house after it held a
rush event in October 2024, and a Notice was sent to the property owner regarding the
illegal fraternity operations.
Location: 1646 Fredericks Street
Expected Close Date: May 31, 2025
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Request area: Land Use Violation
Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Alpha Epsilon Pi on 5/25/2025. THIS EVENT WAS
LIKELY REGISTED WITH CAL POLY AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND, AS REQUIRED BY
CAL POLY IFC’S EVENT REGISTRATION POLICY AND PROCEDURE. CAL POLY STAFF
SANCTIONS EVENTS BEFORE THEY OCCUR.
The party was cited by SLOPD on 5/25/2025 at appx 3:20 PM with 100+ people. The
citation was issued to RYAN GUROVICH, and he is a Fraternity member and an officer
of Alpha Epsilon Pi. 331 Hathway Avenue was previously identified as an illegal
fraternity house for Alpha Epsilon Pi and a Notice was sent to the property owner
regarding the illegal fraternity operations.
The fraternity has a main chapter house right next door at 280 California but likely did
not hold the event there because they have recently received two Citations for noisy
parties of 150 people and 100 people.
Location: 331 Hathway Avenue
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Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event for Theta Chi Fraternity at 1844 McCollum on
5/25/2025. THIS EVENT WAS REGISTERED WITH CAL POLY BEFOREHAND TO BE HELD
AT 1844 MCCOLLUM OR 250/248 GRAND AVE, AS BOTH PROPERTIES ARE OCCUPED
BY THETA CHI AND SHARE AN UNFENCED BACKYARD. The event was the annual
"Theta Ch-Island" dayge and was cited by SLOPD with 100 people listed at around 2:30
PM. The party had far more than 100 people! The fraternity had "lookouts" and fraternity
members with walkie talkies to communicate about law enforcement. SLOPD body
cam video, including contact with Fraternity members. The Citation was issued to
Joseph Lederer and he is a member of Theta Chi and the "Social Events Manager" for
the Fraternity. He also received a previous noise citation for a fraternity party at 1844
McCollum on 4/19/2025.
Location: 1844 McCollum Street
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Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event at Beta Theta Pi's Illegal Fraternity House at 377
Albert Drive. SLOPD cited the event with 200+ people. This is an annual event for Beta
Theta Pi that is usually held at 1327 Foothill, but the Fraternity decided to hold it at 377
Albert because they have too many citations at 1327 Foothill, including an Unruly
Gathering Citation for this exact same annual event in May 2024. THIS PARTY WOULD
BE REGISTERED WITH CAL POLY GREEK LIFE OFFICE BECAUSE FRATERNITIES ARE
REQUIRED TO REGISTER PARTIES AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND, THEREFORE CAL
POLY SANCTIONED THIS EVENT AT THIS ADDRESS BEFORE IT HAPPENED. The City can
confirm the address of this illegal fraternity by accessing Cal Poly's records of events.
SLOPD cited the event at appx 3:15 PM. Police body cam video would confirm contact
with the fraternity members. The Citation was issued to Peter Krieger and his is a
member and an officer for Be ta Theta Pi.
Location: 377 Albert Drive
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Citizen name:
Description: Illegal Fraternity-sponsored event at Beta Theta Pi's Illegal Fraternity House at 377
Albert Drive. SLOPD cited the event with 200+ people. This is an annual event for Beta
Theta Pi that is usually held at 1327 Foothill, but the Fraternity decided to hold it at 377
Albert because they have too many citations at 1327 Foothill, including an Unruly
Gathering Citation for this exact same annual event in May 2024. THIS PARTY WOULD
BE REGISTERED WITH CAL POLY GREEK LIFE OFFICE BECAUSE FRATERNITIES ARE
REQUIRED TO REGISTER PARTIES AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND, THEREFORE CAL
POLY SANCTIONED THIS EVENT AT THIS ADDRESS BEFORE IT HAPPENED. The City can
confirm the address of this illegal fraternity by accessing Cal Poly's records of events.
SLOPD cited the event at appx 3:15 PM. Police body cam video would confirm contact
with the fraternity members. The Citation was issued to Peter Krieger and his is a
member and an officer for Be ta Theta Pi.
Location: 377 Albert Drive
Expected Close Date: May 31, 2025
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Citizen name:
Description: Theta Chi fraternity, operating illegally at 1350 Stafford & 496 Kentucky, had a huge
fraternity party on 5/23/2025. This was a fraternity-related event with the same features
as others, such as fraternity members wearing safety vests standing in the front yard to
check sorority members and guests into the party. THIS PARTY WOULD LIKELY BE
REGISTERED WITH CAL POLY GREEK LIFE, AS IT IS REQUIRED THAT ALL FRATERNITIES
REGISTER THEIR PARTIES AT LEAST 5 DAYS BEFOREHAND. THEREFORE, YOU CAN
CONFIRM THE EVENT THROUGH CAL POLY. The event was cited by SLOPD at appx
10:30 PM. Body cam video would also confirm contact with Fraternity members. The
Citation was issued to Marcus Lesser, and his is a member of Theta Chi. Previous
documentation has been provided to Code Enforcement to show this property is a
fraternity house for Theta Chi, and the property owner has been issued a notice for
illegal fraternity operations. THE PROPER TY HAS CONTINUED TO HOLD FRATERNITY-
RELATED EVENTS SINCE 2023.
Location: 1350 Stafford Street
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Description: Report of fraternity sponsored event at unpermitted fraternity
Location: 1844 McCollum St
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From:Armas, Sara
Sent:Wednesday, May 28, 2025 8:35 AM
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Subject:5/28/2025 PC Script
Attachments:PC Script for 05-28-2025.pdf
Good morning Chair Houghton,
Attached is the script for tonight’s Planning Commission meeting. We will make sure a printed copy is available for you
on the dais. We are also aware of one planned absence, Vice Chair Tolle.
Have a great day!
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Planning Commission Script
May 28, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
“Good evening, this is Chair Dave Houghton, and I would like to call
this Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission to order.
“Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance.”
“Would City Clerk Teresa Purrington please call roll?”
2. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
“At this time, we will hear any public comment for items not on tonight’s
agenda. Items raised are generally referred to staff and, if action by the
Commission is necessary, may be scheduled for a future meeting.”
“City Clerk, do we have any public comment on non-agenda items?”
3. CONSENT
“Consent calendar items consist of matters deemed routine and non-
controversial by staff and are typically acted upon with one vote.
However, if a member of the Commission wishes to pull an item for
individual consideration, please say so now.”
“As a reminder, public comment is accepted for all items. City Clerk,
do we have any comments on Consent items?”
*If Item 3b is pulled, call for a vote on just the Draft Minutes.
If it’s not pulled, call for a vote on both items.
“Before we vote, do any Commissioners have comments on Consent?”
“Do I have a Motion and Second to approve Consent?”
“Will the City Clerk please call the roll of the motion?”
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3.a CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES - APRIL 9, 2025 PLANNING
COMMISSION MINUTES
Recommendation:
To approve the Planning Commission Minutes of April 9, 2025.
3.b CITYWIDE (GENP-0359-2025) REVIEW OF THE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PLAN OF THE 2025-27 FINANCIAL PLAN FOR
GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY
Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution determining general plan conformance for the 2025-27
Capital Improvement Plan and that this action is exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per section 15262 which
excludes feasibility and planning studies.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
“Any court challenge to the action taken on public hearing items on
this agenda may be limited to considering only those issues raised at
the public hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City
of San Luis Obispo at, or prior to, the public hearing. If you wish to
speak, please give your name and address for the record. Please
limit your comments to three minutes.”
4.a “The Public Hearing Item before us is to RE-REVIEW AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY
LOCATED AT 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE.
“I would like to ask each Commissioner for their ex-parte
disclosures of contact with anyone who has provided information
to Commissioners not on the record, so that information may be
used as part of their decision-making process.””
“Would Assistant Planner Mallory Patino please present the
report ?”
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Recommendation:
Adopt the Draft Resolution to modify the Conditional Use Permit, based on
updated findings and subject to revised conditions of approval. The project
is categorically exempt from environmental review under Section 15301
(Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines.
QUESTIONS OF STAFF
*PC Members ask questions of staff
APPLICANT PRESENTATION (Limit to 10 minutes)
QUESTIONS OF APPLICANT
*PC Members ask questions of the applicant
PUBLIC COMMENT
“City Clerk, do we have any public comment on this item?”
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS OF STAFF
“Do any Commissioners have questions before we call for a vote?”
VOTE PROCEDURE
“Do I have a Motion and Second?”
“We have a motion and a second, is there any further
deliberation before we call roll?”
“Will the City Clerk please call the roll of the motion?”
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4.b “The Public Hearing Item before us is to RE-REVIEW AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY
LOCATED AT 1304 FO OTHILL BOULEVARD.”
“I would like to ask each Commissioner for their ex-parte
disclosures of contact with anyone who has provided information
to Commissioners not on the record, so that information may be
used as part of their decision-making process.”
“Would Assistant Planner Mallory Patino please present the
report ?”
Recommendation:
Adopt the Draft Resolution to modify the Conditional Use Permit, based on
updated findings and subject to revised conditions of approval. The project
is categorically exempt from environmental review under Section 15301
(Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines.
QUESTIONS OF STAFF
*PC Members ask questions of staff
APPLICANT PRESENTATION (Limit to 10 minutes)
QUESTIONS OF APPLICANT
*PC Members ask questions of the applicant
PUBLIC COMMENT
“City Clerk, do we have any public comment on this item?”
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS OF STAFF
“Do any Commissioners have questions before we call for a vote?”
VOTE PROCEDURE
“Do I have a Motion and Second?”
“We have a motion and a second, is there any further
deliberation before we call roll?”
“Will the City Clerk please call the roll of the motion?”
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5. PRESENTATION
5.a CAL POLY, CITY, AND REGIONAL PLANNING GRADUATE STUDENT
STUDIO ON THE UPPER MONTEREY AREA PRESENTATION
The Planning Commission will now receive a presentation on
the Upper Monterey Area from Cal Poly.
6. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
6.a STAFF UPDATES AND AGENDA FORECAST
“Would Deputy Community Development Director Tyler Corey
please provide the update?”
7. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled
for June 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City
Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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From:Francis, Emily
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 7:44 PM
To:Jeff
Subject:Re: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
Hi Jeff,
Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns and for your neighborhood. I want to acknowledge the
frustration and distress you’ve experienced due to the ongoing noise and disruptions. Your dedication to
improving the situation is clear, and your voice is heard.
The issues you’ve highlighted are complex and deeply impactful, and I want to assure you that the City Council
is actively working on measures to address them. We are progressing toward approving work items in the
upcoming budget plan that aim to strengthen our approach to these challenges through both better code
enforcement as well as legal action when necessary. This includes efforts to enhance enforcement on the city’s
side while also increasing our collaboration with Cal Poly to ensure their Greek Life organizations are held to
stricter standards. We believe these steps will help encourage more responsible behavior and accountability.
Please know that your neighborhood is not being overlooked, and I are committed to creating solutions that
respect and protect the quality of life for all residents. Thank you again for reaching out and sharing your
experience. Please keep in touch and don't hesitate to call in noise violations as they occur. That
documentation helps us both with enforcement as well as allocation of resources in the areas that need them
most.
Take care,
Emily
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Council Member
Office of the City Council
990 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E EFrancis@slocity.org
On Mon, May 26, 2025 at 11:17 PM, Jeff < wrote:
To the Advisory board
I am writing, once again, to express my feelings about noise and deterioration of my neighborhood. I live near
Kentucky and Hathway. Ground zero, Hell’s Kitchen. I have lived in San Luis for 46 years, 25 years at my current
location. I believe in the rule of law. There are laws on the books that are not followed and I hope in this
country, that when not followed, the responsible parties should be held to account. There is so much noise
that comes from these two Frat houses, you would not be happy living with your families, if you lived where I
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do. I promise you that and invite you to come to my home to hear it. I have called the police dozens of times
over the last 2 years for noise violations. Particularly on Saturday afternoons where about 500 people regularly
gather to party. Live music is so loud, you cannot function normally because it really bothers you
psychologically. It has been pointed out to you, very specifically of each of these numerous noise violations.
But if each kid chips in 5 bucks, the fine is paid, the fun continues and nothing happens. Not only do I beg you
NOT to approve these requests, but also work with the city council to make new laws and amend old laws to
make the fraternities and the property owners more responsible for this reckless and thoughtless behavior! I
am old,I am tired, I pay taxes, but i am still and human being and my rights as a citizen still need to be honored
and respected. My previous protest to the city council was, ‘Don’t turn Alta Vista into Isla Vista’! That didn’t
happen! My neighborhood deserves the same respect and treatment as other SLO neighborhoods. This would
never be allowed in the Country Club area or all other areas of SLO. My neighborhood is singled out because it
is a student neighborhood and frankly i don’t think there is enough Police power to adequately protect it. So
why don’t you DO something to start the ball rolling with the fraternity problems. Much more needs to be done,
but this could be a beginning.My life depends on it! Please, ‘Do the right thing’! Respectfully,
Jeff (last name withheld because i am worried about retribution, since I have had my living room windows and
car windows broken due to previous problems with students. If you want or need my last name, please right me
back securely and i will give it to you) Sent from my iPad (Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious)!
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 7:22 PM
To:cpsnupresident@gmail.com
Subject:RE: PC 5/28 - CUP re-review (USE-0333-2025) staff report available
Hi Charlie, thanks for reaching out and for chatting on the phone! I put your questions below in blue and have provided
some answers below them.
Is there a classification for no amplified sounds, is that just any type of speaker?
In Municipal Code 9.12.020, definitions, it defines Sound amplifying equipment as
any device for the amplification of the human voice, music, or any other sound, excluding standard
automobile radios when used and heard only by the occupants of the vehicle in which the radio is
installed, and, as used in this chapter, warning devices on authorized emergency vehicles or horns or
other warning devices on any vehicle used only for traffic safety purposes.
There are provision regarding prohibited amplified noise in 9.12.050(B)(2), which prohibits “loudspeakers
(amplified sounds)” and goes on to say,
Using or operating for any purpose any loudspeaker, loudspeaker system or similar device between the
hours of ten p.m. and seven a.m., such that the sound therefrom creates a noise disturbance across a
residential real property line, or at any time violates the provisions of Section 9.12.060 of this chapter,
except for any noncommercial public speaking, public assembly or other activity for which an exception
has been issued by the noise control office.
As I mentioned, I’m guessing we are trying to prevent noise disturbances or nuisances, and sound carrying
beyond the residential property line. However, I am going to follow up with my supervisors tomorrow to discuss
and see if we want to potentially clarify the language further. I will specifically ask them the question you
mentioned on the phone regarding things like small, portable speakers (i.e., JBL, mini-Bose, etc.) and if those
would count as amplified noise.
What exactly does a special event permit get us?
Special event permitting is covered under Temporary Use Permits (see Municipal Code Section 17.113). As I
mentioned, the event permits can look different depending on the pathway used or what the request includes.
Generally, an applicant submits a plan for an individual special event or an intermittent use, such as an annual
event. Should the Planning Commission move forward and allow the continued use as a fraternity, I would be
happy to provide more information after the meeting and discuss what kind of special event permitting could
work best for your chapter.
The maximum number of people allowed, why is that calculated in that way? Also for reference, were a 135 person
organization, limiting our access at the chapter house where all major operations take place to 21 people seems pretty
unrealistic. We really want to be able to follow this new permit, but that doesn't work for us if we can only have 1/6th of
our chapter allowed to be here.
The calculation, as explained in the staff report, limits routine gatherings to 1.5 times the number of average
population density for your specific site. This calculation takes into consideration the number of residents,
areas inside buildings, and number of parking spaces available in the vicinity. Per Table 4 (Residential
Population Assumptions) of the Land Use Element, the High Density Residential land use designation (your
zone), has an average population density of 55 people per acre. The project site is approximately 0.26-acre in
size, which results in an average of 14.3 people for the property. The maximum number of people for routine
meetings and gatherings is 21 people (rounded down from 21.45 = 14.3 people x 1.5).
I understand this may be limiting for your fraternity operations and on the residents that live at the site. This is
the current practice for determining routine gather limits, and we recommended using this method for
consistency across all fraternity and sorority use permits.
I don’t think it would be unreasonable to bring this topic up during the hearing tomorrow to voice your concerns
and worries regarding this condition.
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Last thing I figured would be worth asking, is there any way we can have a warning call structure put in place for noise
violations? We're going through the effort to make sure we follow the city's rules, I think if we were able to be given a
warning we would immediately listen and end our event if we know it is violating our CUP.
I recommend that you follow up with Code Enforcement and PD, probably after the meeting, to determine best
path forward for something like a pre-notice system or call. Part of the recommended Conditions of Approval
include having active contacts on file with Community Development Department and PD, so you may want to
start with that as your basis for contact with the departments.
Again, as I mentioned on the phone, I strongly recommend you review the Staff Report thoroughly and come
prepared for any potential questions.
Once your agenda item is called during the meeting (after the Delta Chi review), I will present for about 10 minutes. I’ll
then answer any questions from the Commissioners. You’ll then have 10 minutes to speak. The Commissioners will
then ask you questions. Then there will be time for public comment.
You can review currently submitted correspondence for tomorrow’s meeting at the following link:
https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=203913&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk under the 5-28-25 folder.
I’ll be around tomorrow during the day ahead of the meeting. Let me know if you think of any more questions.
Best,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:28 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: PC 5/28 - CUP re-review (USE-0333-2025) staff report available
Thank you for getting this to my Mallory, just a few questions.
Is there a classification for no amplified sounds, is that just any type of speaker?
What exactly does a special event permit get us?
The maximum number of people allowed, why is that calculated in that way? Also for reference, were a 135
person organization, limiting our access at the chapter house where all major operations take place to 21
people seems pretty unrealistic. We really want to be able to follow this new permit, but that doesn't work for us
if we can only have 1/6th of our chapter allowed to be here.
Last thing I figured would be worth asking, is there any way we can have a warning call structure put in place for
noise violations? We're going through the effort to make sure we follow the city's rules, I think if we were able to
be given a warning we would immediately listen and end our event if we know it is violating our CUP.
Charlie Minor
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Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
e: cpsnupresident@gmail.com
On Thu, May 22, 2025 at 1:22 PM Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Charlie,
Please see the staff report and associated attachments for the Planning Commission re-review of the existing CUP at
1304 Foothill (USE-0333-2025) here: https://pub-slocity.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c813e2ee-7008-
45e7-96e0-4a1dc56152c0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English&Item=12&Tab=attachments. The draft CUP is
Attachment A (Draft PC Resolution (USE-0333-2025)). I believe you should be able to download the documents from
that link, but let me know if you have any issues.
I will be out of the office tomorrow, and Monday our office is closed for Memorial Day. I will be working all of Tuesday
and Wednesday ahead of the meeting, if you have any questions. As I mentioned on our call, if you would like to set
a time for a call or meeting one of those days, I’m available.
Best,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
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From:Bob Jorgensen <rejorg@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:49 PM
To:Patino, Mallory
Cc:Corey, Tyler
Subject:Re: Items 4a and 4b: Special Event Application Data
Thanks, Mallory. Guess it’s no surprise that bigger events (> 53) seem to just happen.
Sent from my iPhone
Bob Jorgensen
On May 27, 2025, at 3:02 PM, Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Bob,
Neither Delta Chi nor Sigma Nu have applied for any Special Event permits this academic year (2024-
25). Generally, over the past decade, we have seen very few Special Event permit requests from
fraternities or sororities.
As for the process, a Temporary Use Permit is required for a special event (see Municipal Code
Section 17.113). Temporary Use Permits are processed as a Director’s Action, with public noticing
requirements, but does not typically include a public hearing unless referred by the Director. The
process requires an application submittal of a minimum of 30 days in advance of the event and
processing time of the application is typically 4-6 weeks for a decision.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
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Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
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From: Bob Jorgensen <rejorg@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 8:00 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Cc: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Subject: Items 4a and 4b: Special Event Application Data
Hi Mallory,
After reading your well-prepared staff reports, I wanted to learn more about the Special Event
process and outcomes. It's a short week, but is there data available forDelta Chi and Sigma
Nu each on the number of applications this academic year (2024-25), the number approved, and
the number of citations engendered?
Thanks for anything you can offer,
Bob Jorgensen
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From:Smith, Adria
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:28 PM
To:Symens, Sadie
Subject:RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
You’re very welcome!!
From: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:28 PM
To: Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>; Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Amazing! Thank you!
From: Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:05 PM
To: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi Sadie,
Here are address history checks for the addresses. 뇤눎눐눑눒눏
Thanks,
Adria
From: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:49 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Sorry I didn’t realize how long ago St. Fratty’s day was; can we make it from 3/10/2025 to the present? Thanks!
From: Symens, Sadie
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:47 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi there,
I have a last minute request before the Planning Commission hearing tomorrow; I understand if it’s not possible to get
a response before then, but figured I’d try. I’d like to know how many calls for service were made to 1236 Monte Vista
Place and 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way (two addresses/corner lot of Sigma Nu fraternity house), and if possible,
what the calls were for, over the last 60 days. Thank you!!!
Sadie Symens
pronouns she/her/hers
Deputy City Attorney
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From:Symens, Sadie
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:28 PM
To:Smith, Adria; Menesez, Marjorie
Subject:RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Amazing! Thank you!
From: Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:05 PM
To: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>; Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi Sadie,
Here are address history checks for the addresses. 뇤눎눐눑눒눏
Thanks,
Adria
From: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:49 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Sorry I didn’t realize how long ago St. Fratty’s day was; can we make it from 3/10/2025 to the present? Thanks!
From: Symens, Sadie
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:47 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi there,
I have a last minute request before the Planning Commission hearing tomorrow; I understand if it’s not possible to get
a response before then, but figured I’d try. I’d like to know how many calls for service were made to 1236 Monte Vista
Place and 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way (two addresses/corner lot of Sigma Nu fraternity house), and if possible,
what the calls were for, over the last 60 days. Thank you!!!
Sadie Symens
pronouns she/her/hers
Deputy City Attorney
City Attorney's Office
E ssymens@slocity.org
slocity.org
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From:Smith, Adria
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:05 PM
To:Symens, Sadie; Menesez, Marjorie
Subject:RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Attachments:PDUNIFLOW_PD Records Copier_0751_001.pdf
Hi Sadie,
Here are address history checks for the addresses. 뇤눎눐눑눒눏
Thanks,
Adria
From: Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:49 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Sorry I didn’t realize how long ago St. Fratty’s day was; can we make it from 3/10/2025 to the present? Thanks!
From: Symens, Sadie
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:47 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi there,
I have a last minute request before the Planning Commission hearing tomorrow; I understand if it’s not possible to get
a response before then, but figured I’d try. I’d like to know how many calls for service were made to 1236 Monte Vista
Place and 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way (two addresses/corner lot of Sigma Nu fraternity house), and if possible,
what the calls were for, over the last 60 days. Thank you!!!
Sadie Symens
pronouns she/her/hers
Deputy City Attorney
City Attorney's Office
E ssymens@slocity.org
slocity.org
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05/27 /25
L6:00
Inc. No. Reported
San Luis
Law Incident Addr.
Nature
Obispo Police Department
History Report, by Date Reported
Address
10 01-Page: 1
Loctn Dsp
2503r_501_7
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05/17 /25
NOISE
NOISE
NOISE
POLICE
POLICE
POLICE
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L236
1-236
MONTE VISTA;
MONTE VISTA;
MONTE VISTA;
DELTA CH
DELTA CH
DELTA CH
PN2
PN2
PN2
NR
NR
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Total- Incidents for This Report: 3
Report Incfudes:All dates greaLer t,han t00:00:00 03/1,0/25'
A11 focation codes
A11 cities
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A11 agenciesAll offenses observedAll offenses reporLed
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A11 circumstance codes
***End of Report /tmp/rpt7k28EE-rplwiahr.rl_1 ***
05/27 /25
16:01-
Inc. No. Reported
San Luis Obispo Pol-ice DepartmenL
Law Incident Addr. History Report, by Date Reported
AddressNature
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Loctn Dsp
250479062 16234t52 04/L9/25 NOrSE POLICE 1304 FOOTHILL; SIGMA NU, G PN2 NR
Total Incidents for This Report: 1
Report Includes:
All dates greater than t00:00:00 03/I0/25'
A11 location codes
A11 cities
A11 addresses matching '1304 FOOTHILL*'
A11 agenciesAll offenses observed
A11 offenses reported
A11 offense codes
Al-1 nat.ure of incidenLs
A11 circumstance codes
**,t f,n6l of Report /tmp/rpl7k28EE-rplwiahr.rL 2 ***
os/27 /25
16:01
San Luls
Law Incident Addr.
Obispo Pol-ice DepartmentHistory Report, by DaLe Reported Page
10 01
1
Tota1 fncidents for This Report: 0
Report Inc1udes:
A11 dates greater than -00:00:00 03/1,0/25'
A11 l-ocation codesAll cities
All addresses matching t1-90 CRANDALL*t
A11 agenciesAll offenses observedAll offenses reported
A11 offense codes
A11 nat.ure of incidents
A11 circumstance codes
:trtrt f,n6t of Report /tmp/rpL7k28EE-rplwiahr rl_ 3 ***
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From:Symens, Sadie
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:49 PM
To:Menesez, Marjorie; Smith, Adria
Subject:RE: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Sorry I didn’t realize how long ago St. Fratty’s day was; can we make it from 3/10/2025 to the present? Thanks!
From: Symens, Sadie
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:47 PM
To: Menesez, Marjorie <mmenesez@slocity.org>; Smith, Adria <asmith@slocity.org>
Subject: Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi there,
I have a last minute request before the Planning Commission hearing tomorrow; I understand if it’s not possible to get
a response before then, but figured I’d try. I’d like to know how many calls for service were made to 1236 Monte Vista
Place and 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way (two addresses/corner lot of Sigma Nu fraternity house), and if possible,
what the calls were for, over the last 60 days. Thank you!!!
Sadie Symens
pronouns she/her/hers
Deputy City Attorney
City Attorney's Office
E ssymens@slocity.org
slocity.org
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From:Symens, Sadie
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:47 PM
To:Menesez, Marjorie; Smith, Adria
Subject:Calls for service to two frat houses within last 60 days
Hi there,
I have a last minute request before the Planning Commission hearing tomorrow; I understand if it’s not possible to get
a response before then, but figured I’d try. I’d like to know how many calls for service were made to 1236 Monte Vista
Place and 1304 Foothill/190 Crandall Way (two addresses/corner lot of Sigma Nu fraternity house), and if possible,
what the calls were for, over the last 60 days. Thank you!!!
Sadie Symens
pronouns she/her/hers
Deputy City Attorney
City Attorney's Office
E ssymens@slocity.org
slocity.org
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:02 PM
To:Bob Jorgensen
Cc:Corey, Tyler
Subject:RE: Items 4a and 4b: Special Event Application Data
Hi Bob,
Neither Delta Chi nor Sigma Nu have applied for any Special Event permits this academic year (2024-25). Generally,
over the past decade, we have seen very few Special Event permit requests from fraternities or sororities.
As for the process, a Temporary Use Permit is required for a special event (see Municipal Code Section 17.113).
Temporary Use Permits are processed as a Director’s Action, with public noticing requirements, but does not typically
include a public hearing unless referred by the Director. The process requires an application submittal of a minimum of
30 days in advance of the event and processing time of the application is typically 4-6 weeks for a decision.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
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From: Bob Jorgensen <
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 8:00 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Cc: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Subject: Items 4a and 4b: Special Event Application Data
Hi Mallory,
After reading your well-prepared staff reports, I wanted to learn more about the Special Event process and
outcomes. It's a short week, but is there data available forDelta Chi and Sigma Nu each on the number of
applications this academic year (2024-25), the number approved, and the number of citations engendered?
Thanks for anything you can offer,
Bob Jorgensen
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:59 PM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence, Item 4a, 4b & Public Comment
BCC: PC Members and Staff
Hello,
Linked is the agenda correspondence received for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Smith
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Smith
Public Comment
- Walker, K (3)
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
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From:Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 12:51 PM
To:Patino, Mallory
Subject:Re: Delta Chi CUP re-review
Sounds good, talk to you then.
On Tue, May 27, 2025 at 10:35 AM Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Jakob, 3:30ish works for me. I’ll block off my calendar to be sure I’m available. Let me know if you want to change
times.
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 10:33 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Delta Chi CUP re-review
Mallory,
Thanks for the response. I can give you a call today sometime around 3:30-3:45 pm if that works for you. By
then I will have confirmed which changes we would like to make.
Thanks again,
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Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
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On Tue, May 27, 2025 at 10:17 AM Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Jakob,
My long weekend went well. I hope yours did too!
The meeting will follow the agenda published here: https://pub-
slocity.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c813e2ee-7008-45e7-96e0-
4a1dc56152c0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English. Public Hearings, including the Delta Chi use permit re-review, are
the 4th item on the agenda. Those items will begin with a presentation from staff (me) and related questions from
Commissioners. You will have 10 minutes to speak after my presentation and questions. Commissioners may likely
have questions for you/your organization following your presentation.
Here is a link to the Planning Commission meeting held on 11/13/2024 for the re-review of Alpha Epsilon Pi’s use
permit: https://www.youtube.com/live/p99b4pGR4Ss?si=nFyC4oRso2H_G0zY . I highly recommend you watch the
recording to understand the format of the meeting. You can view the presentation from staff, the applicant
presentation, and the Commissioner’s questions that followed up both. It also includes the community comments
that followed the staff and applicant presentations. This meeting will provide a good indication of what to expect on
Wednesday.
As for proposing any changes, I recommend you start with a conversation with me. I can clarify the staff
recommendations, and we can discuss your questions. After that, it’s up to you if you want to submit anything ahead
of the meeting or come prepared with questions, concerns, or requests during your speaking time.
I am available for a call or in person chat at my office most of the day!
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Mallory Patino
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 10:35 PM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Delta Chi CUP re-review
Hi Mallory!
I hope your MDW went well. I am reaching out with a few questions prior to the city hall meeting on
Wednesday. As we are going through it we are hoping to have the opportunity to propose changes to the re-
reviewed CUP as well as have a chance to speak. What is the best way to submit the proposed changes prior
to the meeting? What does the format of the meeting look like?
Thanks,
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Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 12:48 PM
To:Sigma Nu President
Subject:RE: PC 5/28 - CUP re-review (USE-0333-2025) staff report available
Charlie,
One other unrelated thing. Here is a link to video of the Planning Commission meeting held on 11/13/2024 for the re-
review of Alpha Epsilon Pi’s use permit: https://www.youtube.com/live/p99b4pGR4Ss?si=nFyC4oRso2H_G0zY.
This meeting will provide a good indication of what to expect on Wednesday.
If you have time, I highly recommend you watch the recording to understand the format of the meeting. You can view
the presentation from staff, the applicant (fraternity) presentation, and the Commissioner’s questions that followed up
both. It also includes the community comments that followed the staff and applicant presentations.
Best,
Mallory Patino
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From: Patino, Mallory
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 12:43 PM
To: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Subject: RE: PC 5/28 - CUP re-review (USE-0333-2025) staff report available
Hi Charlie,
I am working on putting together a response for you to your questions in writing, and I will have something to you be
the end of today. However, I’m thinking it may be best to chat on the phone first to discuss more so the email doesn’t
need to be as lengthy. Do you have time for a call today?
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Sigma Nu President <cpsnupresident@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:28 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: PC 5/28 - CUP re-review (USE-0333-2025) staff report available
Thank you for getting this to my Mallory, just a few questions.
Is there a classification for no amplified sounds, is that just any type of speaker?
What exactly does a special event permit get us?
The maximum number of people allowed, why is that calculated in that way? Also for reference, were a 135
person organization, limiting our access at the chapter house where all major operations take place to 21
people seems pretty unrealistic. We really want to be able to follow this new permit, but that doesn't work for us
if we can only have 1/6th of our chapter allowed to be here.
Last thing I figured would be worth asking, is there any way we can have a warning call structure put in place for
noise violations? We're going through the effort to make sure we follow the city's rules, I think if we were able to
be given a warning we would immediately listen and end our event if we know it is violating our CUP.
Charlie Minor
Eminent Commander
Sigma Nu - Kappa Pi Chapter
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Hi Charlie,
Please see the staff report and associated attachments for the Planning Commission re-review of the existing CUP at
1304 Foothill (USE-0333-2025) here: https://pub-slocity.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c813e2ee-7008-
45e7-96e0-4a1dc56152c0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English&Item=12&Tab=attachments. The draft CUP is
Attachment A (Draft PC Resolution (USE-0333-2025)). I believe you should be able to download the documents from
that link, but let me know if you have any issues.
I will be out of the office tomorrow, and Monday our office is closed for Memorial Day. I will be working all of Tuesday
and Wednesday ahead of the meeting, if you have any questions. As I mentioned on our call, if you would like to set
a time for a call or meeting one of those days, I’m available.
Best,
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 12:08 PM
To:carolyn smith
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Planning Commission - May 29, 2025 - Review of Two Conditional Use Permits for
Fraternities
Hi Carolyn,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
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Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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From: carolyn smith <
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:49 AM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Planning Commission - May 29, 2025 - Review of Two Conditional Use Permits for Fraternities
Chair Cooley and Commissioners:
I am a 15 year member of Residents for Quality Neighborhoods (RQN) whose mission is to preserve, protect,
and improve the quality of life for residents in neighborhoods. I would hope that is the city's mission as well.
Many years ago, the city created the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process for fraternities operating in R-3
and R-4 zones adjacent to single-family neighborhoods because the city recognized that the lifestyle of
fraternities is very different than the family lifestyle. It's a conflict that must have checks and balances in
order to allow for peaceful co-existence. The conditions of a CUP have provided residents with the
understanding and assurance that these conflicting lifestyles in a neighborhood would not destroy the
quality of life for family residents who work and go to school and/or students living in the area who want to
focus on their education by studying to get good grades. When CUP conditions are ignored and the
disturbances to nearby neighborhoods (sometimes blocks away) become so bad that family and other
residents can't sleep, can't study, suffer from anxiety, and have lost the enjoyment of their home to the
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drastic point of having to move to gain peace and safety, the city's CUP process has failed. So, the city needs
to step in to protect all residents living near these operations.
A CUP issued to a fraternity should be considered a privilege, not a right. Fraternities are given conditions
and rules to follow and understand there are consequences if they violate those conditions. When they do
violate those conditions, their CUP should be reviewed and if they are found to be purposely and blatantly
violating their conditions with numerous large loud parties and events that they know are obviously
disturbing their neighbors, they've proven they can't be trusted to operate within the parameters of their
CUP which should then be revoked. It's disappointing to see that Staff's recommendation is to give them
more chances by modifying their conditions. They've already violated their existing conditions, so how can
they be trusted to follow any new additional conditions?
The violations and extreme disturbances to the adjacent neighborhoods of the two fraternities being
reviewed are demonstrated by the noise complaints and other violations issued for their large parties and
events summarized in Kathie Walker's agenda correspondence. This is obvious disregard for the city's rules
and most importantly their neighbors. These fraternity members knew and understood they weren't
supposed to host these large parties and events, and they knew and understood they would be greatly
disturbing their neighbors, yet they did it anyway. These are not little children. They are bright young adults
who know right from wrong. Giving them more chances will not only send the wrong message to them and
all the other fraternities legally and illegally operating in the neighborhoods adjacent to Cal Poly, but it will
give them a “do over,” which, as history proves, will only allow them an extension of time to further disturb
their neighbors. Please give the residents who have to work and go to school each day more weight than you
give to fraternity members who feel they don't have to follow rules if it interferes with their fun and don't
care how that fun disturbs their neighbors.
You might wonder why there aren't more residents stepping up to complain. As you've seen from a few brave
agenda correspondents, many are afraid of retaliation from fraternity members. RQN has heard from
numerous residents about some of these retaliation events ranging from kicking down front doors, to
vandalizing property, to threats of harm to intimidate, and now even cyber stalking. Many have given up and
just moved—basically being run out of their long-time homes. This is something the city should be taking
seriously if they value maintaining family neighborhoods, because as Cal Poly grows its enrollment without
providing adequate housing for their students, these types of neighborhood conflicts will continue to rise.
During the past few years, fraternities and their satellites have now crept into R-1 and R-2 zones, causing
extreme havoc in those neighborhoods—not only with their loud large parties and events but with students
roaming the neighborhoods while coming and going to the parties at all hours of the night screaming,
yelling, vandalizing, urinating, and vomiting in residents' front yards. Since these illegal operations violate
our zoning code and create a land use conflict, it seems it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission
to agendize the issue of these illegal fraternity and satellite operations in R-1 and R-2 zones for a public
conversation in an attempt to resolve this problem. At this point, the city has no intention of even having a
public discussion about this until a year from now, during which time residents will have to continue to
endure the extreme disturbances from these illegal operations in their neighborhood. If the Planning
Commission would place this on an agenda in the near future, pe rhaps the process to enforce our zoning and
municipal codes could begin and hopefully expedite a solution.
Thank you for your time and attention.
Carolyn Smith
45 years SLO Resident
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From:carolyn smith <
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:49 AM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Planning Commission - May 29, 2025 - Review of Two Conditional Use Permits for Fraternities
Chair Cooley and Commissioners:
I am a 15 year member of Residents for Quality Neighborhoods (RQN) whose mission is to preserve, protect,
and improve the quality of life for residents in neighborhoods. I would hope that is the city's mission as well.
Many years ago, the city created the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process for fraternities operating in R-3
and R-4 zones adjacent to single-family neighborhoods because the city recognized that the lifestyle of
fraternities is very different than the family lifestyle. It's a conflict that must have checks and balances in
order to allow for peaceful co-existence. The conditions of a CUP have provided residents with the
understanding and assurance that these conflicting lifestyles in a neighborhood would not destroy the
quality of life for family residents who work and go to school and/or students living in the area who want to
focus on their education by studying to get good grades. When CUP conditions are ignored and the
disturbances to nearby neighborhoods (sometimes blocks away) become so bad that family and other
residents can't sleep, can't study, suffer from anxiety, and have lost the enjoyment of their home to the
drastic point of having to move to gain peace and safety, the city's CUP process has failed. So, the city needs
to step in to protect all residents living near these operations.
A CUP issued to a fraternity should be considered a privilege, not a right. Fraternities are given conditions
and rules to follow and understand there are consequences if they violate those conditions. When they do
violate those conditions, their CUP should be reviewed and if they are found to be purposely and blatantly
violating their conditions with numerous large loud parties and events that they know are obviously
disturbing their neighbors, they've proven they can't be trusted to operate within the parameters of their
CUP which should then be revoked. It's disappointing to see that Staff's recommendation is to give them
more chances by modifying their conditions. They've already violated their existing conditions, so how can
they be trusted to follow any new additional conditions?
The violations and extreme disturbances to the adjacent neighborhoods of the two fraternities being
reviewed are demonstrated by the noise complaints and other violations issued for their large parties and
events summarized in Kathie Walker's agenda correspondence. This is obvious disregard for the city's rules
and most importantly their neighbors. These fraternity members knew and understood they weren't
supposed to host these large parties and events, and they knew and understood they would be greatly
disturbing their neighbors, yet they did it anyway. These are not little children. They are bright young adults
who know right from wrong. Giving them more chances will not only send the wrong message to them and
all the other fraternities legally and illegally operating in the neighborhoods adjacent to Cal Poly, but it will
give them a “do over,” which, as history proves, will only allow them an extension of time to further disturb
their neighbors. Please give the residents who have to work and go to school each day more weight than you
give to fraternity members who feel they don't have to follow rules if it interferes with their fun and don't
care how that fun disturbs their neighbors.
You might wonder why there aren't more residents stepping up to complain. As you've seen from a few brave
agenda correspondents, many are afraid of retaliation from fraternity members. RQN has heard from
numerous residents about some of these retaliation events ranging from kicking down front doors, to
vandalizing property, to threats of harm to intimidate, and now even cyber stalking. Many have given up and
just moved—basically being run out of their long-time homes. This is something the city should be taking
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seriously if they value maintaining family neighborhoods, because as Cal Poly grows its enrollment without
providing adequate housing for their students, these types of neighborhood conflicts will continue to rise.
During the past few years, fraternities and their satellites have now crept into R-1 and R-2 zones, causing
extreme havoc in those neighborhoods—not only with their loud large parties and events but with students
roaming the neighborhoods while coming and going to the parties at all hours of the night screaming,
yelling, vandalizing, urinating, and vomiting in residents' front yards. Since these illegal operations violate
our zoning code and create a land use conflict, it seems it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission
to agendize the issue of these illegal fraternity and satellite operations in R-1 and R-2 zones for a public
conversation in an attempt to resolve this problem. At this point, the city has no intention of even having a
public discussion about this until a year from now, during which time residents will have to continue to
endure the extreme disturbances from these illegal operations in their neighborhood. If the Planning
Commission would place this on an agenda in the near future, pe rhaps the process to enforce our zoning and
municipal codes could begin and hopefully expedite a solution.
Thank you for your time and attention.
Carolyn Smith
45 years SLO Resident
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:48 AM
To:kathie walker
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Please put the fraternity land use problem in SLO on your Agenda
Hi Kathie,
Thank you for your additional input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning
Commission public archive for the upcoming meeting.
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Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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From: kathie walker <
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:03 AM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Please put the fraternity land use problem in SLO on your Agenda
Dear Chair Houghton, Vice Chair Tolle, and Planning Commissioners,
There is an enormous land use problem that has ruined the quality of life in neighborhoods near Cal Poly, and it
is spreading to other neighborhoods in the northern part of the City. So far, the City has not dealt with the issue
even though they know it is happening. At a City Council meeting last week (5/20/2025), my husband and I
spoke during public comment and asked that the Council agendaize this issue so that we can talk about it
publicly and start to look towards a solution. The City Manager said that they are not planning to address it until
after June 2026, more than a year from now. Then, the City will discuss code enforcement overall, with one part
being fraternity parties and neighborhood wellness.
A clip of the City Manager's statement is here: https://www.youtube.com/clip/UgkxG4hF5-
3poxKbpRVk8axyumjeAUMAjnmY
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During that same meeting, Councilmember Jan Marx asked for a study session to close the golf course and
build affordable housing on the land. This brand-new and unexpected idea was supported by the City Manager,
and a study session for repurposing the golf course was placed on the City Council's agenda for 10/21/2025.
There are also two study sessions on the Council's agenda related to "neighborhood livability" before the end of
the year: One to discuss Renter Protections in October 2025 and another for a Rental Housing Registry on
12/2/2025. Nothing is on the Agenda Forecast related to illegal fraternity operations, even though that issue was
specifically mentioned when "neighborhood livability" was adopted as a major city goal in FY 25-27. I have been
trying to get the problem addressed since 2022, and it has become worse each year.
We cannot continue to live without sleep or peace nearly every weekend that Cal Poly is in session. I cannot
imagine going through this hell for another academic year, August 2025 - June 2026. The situation has already
created a mass exodus of residents from our neighborhoods. When the long-term residents move out,
their properties are often leased to fraternities. The fraternity members rent a house, plant a flag, hold fraternity-
related events, and the property becomes a full-fledged fraternity house. There are multiple illegal fraternity
houses on every block of our neighborhood! The main chapter houses for most fraternities are in our
neighborhood. I have attached a list of the addresses.
The Tribune Editorial Board published an Editorial about the matter on 1/21/2025, but neither the City nor Cal
Poly has taken action to solve the problem. A link to the article is here: https://archive.is/6Ipcg
Therefore, I (and many of my neighbors) ask that you, the Planning Commission, place the matter on your
agenda to address the illegal land use of fraternity operations, the problems created by that illegal land use, and
the possible solutions to bring land use into compliance. Perhaps you can request a study session or an open
forum where the issue can be addressed by the City, Cal Poly, and the public. Otherwise, if that's too much to
ask, you could request that Community Development present the situation, including the properties identified
by Community Development as illegal fraternity operations, the Notices sent out to the property owners, the
current status of those cases, and the plan to deal with these land use violations in the long term.
Here are the issues that we are most concerned about:
Illegal fraternity operations in the R1 and R2 neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo. There are over 50
documented illegal fraternity houses that host fraternity events, when it is illegal to do so. The number
increases every fall when Cal Poly's academic year begins.
Code Enforcement is not available to respond to code cases, even when they are reported beforehand,
because Code Enforcement staff do not work weekends. Most events happen on weekends. It also takes
several days for the City to process code cases reported through the AskSLO app.
Code Enforcement is not communicating with SLOPD, so law enforcement does not know the location of
the illegal fraternity properties in the neighborhoods. Dispatch is often sending SNAP student officers,
and they can't issue citations.
Cal Poly is not taking responsibility for its fraternity operations.
Code Enforcement is using the wrong legal standard to cite events - using 'beyond a reasonable doubt'
instead of 'preponderance of the evidence' - which has resulted in most code cases being dismissed as
"unable to verify". The legal standard for these code cases is the lower standard of a 'preponderance of
the evidence,' which means it is more likely than not. The lack of training and knowledge of Code
Enforcement has resulted in a continued lack of accountability for Greek life at Cal Poly and the
continued demise of our neighborhood.
I recently resubmitted a case to Code Enforcement for the main chapter house for Kappa Sigma at 281 Hathway
(R1), but the code enforcement officer would not open a case. I reported to Code Enforcement on Friday, May 9,
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for an event on Saturday, May 10, and my request was closed on May 13 as "unable to verify" even though the
fraternity held an event on May 10. The fraternity subsequently posted photos of the event at 281 Hathway on
Instagram on May 13, and I sent those to Code Enforcement, asked the case be reopened, but he declined.
The Community Development Director acknowledged that the Code Enforcement officer does not understand
the standard of proof he is supposed to use to open a code enforcement case. This Code Enforcement officer
has been working on the fraternity issue since 2023! I don't understand how the officer was not properly trained,
and has been dismissing legitimate cases throughout that time. Code Enforcement also lost about 20 Notices
sent to property owners for illegal fraternity operations. I only discovered this when I requested public records
for the Notices, and the Clerk responded that many of the letters were lost by the Community Development
Department. They provided a spreadsheet of the addresses where Notices were sent, which allowed me to
cross-reference the Notices they provided to determine those that were missing.
Regarding my request to open the case for the illegal fraternity at 281 Hathway, screenshots of the emails from
the Code Enforcement Officer and Director Tway are below:
Illegal fraternity operations in our neighborhood have caused a mass exodus of long-term residents. People
have moved away because of the noise. For many years, residents thought the problem was caused by college
students having parties, until we realized in 2022 that the parties weren't standard college parties - they were
fraternity parties, which are much larger and more disruptive. They often include DJs with blaring music. In Fall
and Spring, when it's warmer, the fraternities rent large, inflatable wa ter slides for these events with hundreds of
people in backyards in the neighborhood.
In June 2022, New Times published an article, "Nuisance on the Block," about a family dealing with a noisy
neighbor next door to them on Hope Street. It was an illegal fraternity. That family later sold their home and
moved to a nearby city. An investor bought their property and rented it to a fraternity that held fraternity-related
events there! Many families have left the neighborhood in the past few years because of the increase in noise
caused by illegal fraternity operations.
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There was an exponential increase in noise in the Fall of 2021, and the problem was discussed among members
of our neighborhood association via a group email. People said fraternities had moved in nearby, and they were
not able to sleep, could not open their windows, and had to run fans to try to drown out the noise. Officers
routinely cleared noise complaints called into SLOPD for parties as negative violations. I began taking videos in
Fall 2021 and sending them to leadership at SLOPD. They recognized the problem, said the videos clearly
showed a noise violation, and said they would educate the officers.
The problem did not get better. In 2022, more fraternities moved into our neighborhood. I spoke about the issue
with Code Enforcement and the City Manager, Derek Johnson. That's when I learned that it is illegal for
fraternities to hold fraternity-related events in R-1 and R-2 neighborhoods, and they must have a Conditional
Use Permit to operate in R-3 and R-4 neighborhoods. I started gathering documentation of the illegal fraternity
operations and gave a huge amount of documentation to the new Community Development Director and Code
Enforcement Supervisor during a meeting in November 2023.
St. Fratty's Day is a good analogy of what has happened in our neighborhood. The event was a few hundred
people in 2021, but grew to 2,000 people in 2022; then grew to 3,000-4,000 people in 2023; then grew to 7,000
people in 2024. The City's approach to handling the illegal takeover of our neighborhood was to contain it rather
than to prevent it from happening. City leaders claimed they didn't have the money or resources to shut down
the street party.
In 2024, a complaint was sent to the Grand Jury, and the problem was investigated. This spurred the City to take
more aggressive action, which prevented the block party in 2025. (The investigation is over. The report should be
released soon.) The point is that it should not take an investigation by the Grand Jury to get a problem solved!
And the "fraternity problem" will continue to get worse, as it has since 2021, unless and until it is brought into
the public light and solutions are discussed. It is not going to solve itself.
Please place the matter on a future agenda so that we can have a public discussion about it. Some of you have
asked questions about the issue during previous Planning Commission hearings, and Tyler Corey has
responded that it cannot be discussed because it is not on the agenda. The solution is for you to ask that it be
agendaized. We need to be able to talk about it publicly and formulate plans to solve it.
Thank you,
Kathie Walker
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From:Vicki Carroll <
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:28 AM
To:Hans Hershberger; Hanh, Hannah
Cc:Dawn Turner; Jennifer Alderman; teresa@dellajeanevents.com
Subject:Upper Monterey Street - Planning Commission Meeting
Attachments:Agenda Package - PC_May28_2025.pdf
Hello Hans and Hannah,
I hope that all is well with you. I wanted to touch base regarding the Cal Poly CRP Grad Studio presentation
at the Planning Commission Meeting tomorrow night.
The agenda (attached) does not have information other than the title "CAL POLY, CITY, AND REGIONAL
PLANNING GRADUATE STUDENT STUDIO ON THE UPPER MONTEREY AREA PRESENTATION". Do
you have a copy of the information to be presented that we could view? I am hoping that someone from The
Monday Club will be in attendance. I learned about this meeting because I subscribe to meeting
notifications, but to my knowledge no one on The Monday Club board has been notified.
Thank you.
Best regards,
Vicki
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Vicki Carroll
2nd VP Building and Grounds
The Monday Club
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AGENDA
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
Planning Commission meetings can be viewed remotely on Channel 20, the City’s YouTube Channel,
and on the City’s website under the Public Meeting Agendas web page. Attendees of City Council or
Advisory Body meetings are eligible to receive one hour of complimentary parking; restrictions apply,
visit Parking for Public Meetings for more details.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Public Comment prior to the meeting (must be received 3 hours in advance of the meeting):
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1.CALL TO ORDER
Chair Houghton will call the Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission to
order.
2.PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
At this time, people may address the Commission about items not on the
agenda. Comments are limited to three minutes per person. Items raised at this
time are generally referred to staff and, if action by the Commission is
necessary, may be scheduled for a future meeting.
3.CONSENT
Matters appearing on the Consent Calendar are expected to be non-
controversial and will be acted upon at one time. A member of the public may
request the Planning Commission to pull an item for discussion. The public may
comment on any and all items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute
time limit.
3.a CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES - APRIL 9, 2025 PLANNING
COMMISSION MINUTES
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Recommendation:
To approve the Planning Commission Minutes of April 9, 2025.
3.b CITYWIDE (GENP-0359-2025) REVIEW OF THE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PLAN OF THE 2025-27 FINANCIAL PLAN FOR
GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY
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Recommendation:
Adopt a Resolution determining general plan conformance for the 2025-
27 Capital Improvement Plan and that this action is exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per section 15262 which
excludes feasibility and planning studies.
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
Note: Any court challenge to the action taken on public hearing items on this
agenda may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public
hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Luis Obispo at,
or prior to, the public hearing. If you wish to speak, please give your name and
address for the record. Please limit your comments to three minutes; consultant
and project presentations limited to six minutes.
4.a 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE
PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
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Recommendation:
Adopt the Draft Resolution to modify the Conditional Use Permit, based
on updated findings and subject to revised conditions of approval. The
project is categorically exempt from environmental review under Section
15301 (Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) Guidelines.
4.b 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-
2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
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Recommendation:
Adopt the Draft Resolution to modify the Conditional Use Permit, based
on updated findings and subject to revised conditions of approval. The
project is categorically exempt from environmental review under Section
15301 (Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) Guidelines.
5.PRESENTATION
5.a CAL POLY, CITY, AND REGIONAL PLANNING GRADUATE
STUDENT STUDIO ON THE UPPER MONTEREY AREA
PRESENTATION
The Planning Commission will receive a presentation from Cal Poly
students regarding the Upper Monterey Area.
6.COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
6.a STAFF UPDATES AND AGENDA FORECAST
Receive a brief update from Deputy Community Development Director
Tyler Corey.
7.ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for June
11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street,
San Luis Obispo.
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Planning Commission Minutes
April 9, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
Planning
Commissioners
Present:
Commissioner Justin Cooley, Commissioner Sheryl Flores,
Commissioner Bob Jorgensen, Commissioner Steve Kahn,
Commissioner Juan Munoz-Morris (arrived at 6:05 p.m.), Vice
Chair Eric Tolle, Chair Dave Houghton
City Staff Present: Deputy Community Development Director Tyler Corey, Deputy
City Attorney Sadie Symens, Megan Wilbanks, Deputy City Clerk
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo Planning Commission was called to
order on April 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990
Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, by Chair Cooley.
2. ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
As required by the Planning Commission Bylaws, hold the election of
Commissioners to serve as Chair and Vice Chair to a one-year term.
Motion By Commissioner Jorgensen
Second By Commissioner Kahn
Elect Commissioner Dave Houghton to the position of Chair for a 1-year term.
Ayes (6): Commissioner Flores, Commissioner Jorgensen, Commissioner Kahn,
Commissioner Tolle, Vice Chair Houghton, and Chair Cooley
Absent (1): Commissioner Munoz-Morris
CARRIED (6 to 0)
Motion By Commissioner Jorgensen
Second By Commissioner Kahn
Elect Commissioner Tolle to the position of Vice Chair for a 1-year term.
Ayes (6): Commissioner Flores, Commissioner Jorgensen, Commissioner Kahn,
Commissioner Tolle, Vice Chair Houghton, and Chair Cooley
Absent (1): Commissioner Munoz-Morris
CARRIED (6 to 0)
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Commissioner Munoz-Morris joined the meeting at 6:05 p.m.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Public Comment:
None
--End of Public Comment--
4. CONSENT
Chair Houghton pulled Item 4b
4.a CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES - MARCH 12, 2025 PLANNING
COMMISSION MINUTES
Motion By Commissioner Kahn
Second By Commissioner Munoz-Morris
To approve the Planning Commission Minutes of March 12, 2025.
Ayes (6): Commissioner Cooley, Commissioner Jorgensen, Commissioner
Kahn, Commissioner Munoz-Morris, Vice Chair Tolle, and Chair Houghton
Abstained (1): Commissioner Flores (Per the PC Bylaws, abstentions
without a conflict of interest are counted as a “Yes” vote)
CARRIED (7 to 0)
4.b REQUEST TO ABANDON A 10-FOOT-WIDE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
BETWEEN 1998 AND 2006 SAN LUIS DRIVE IN THE R-1 ZONE (STAB-
0759-2024)
Public Comment:
Kerry Margason
--End of Public Comment--
Motion By Chair Houghton
Second By None
To continue this item to a date uncertain.
FAILED due to lack of a Second
Motion By Commissioner Cooley
Second By Commissioner Munoz-Morris
Adopt a Resolution which finds that the abandonment of a 10-foot-wide
public right of way between 1998 and 2006 San Luis Drive is in conformity
with the General Plan and recommend that the City Council approve the
abandonment by adopting a Resolution of Vacation.
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"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING
COMMISSION FINDING THE PROPOSED STREET ABANDONMENT IN
CONFORMITY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN AND RECOMMENDING
THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF VACATION
ABANDONING A 10-FOOT-WIDE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY BETWEEN
1998 AND 2006 SAN LUIS DRIVE. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA) AS REPRESENTED IN THE
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT AND ATTACHMENTS
DATED APRIL 9, 2025 (STAB-0759-2024)"
Ayes (6): Commissioner Cooley, Commissioner Flores, Commissioner
Jorgensen, Commissioner Kahn, Commissioner Munoz-Morris, and Vice
Chair Tolle
Noes (1): Chair Houghton
CARRIED (6 to 1)
5. PUBLIC HEARING
5.a REVIEW OF TEXT AMENDMENTS TO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
17.86.080 (CANNABIS) OF TITLE 17 (ZONING REGULATIONS) (CODE-
0051-2025)
No Commissioners reported having Ex Parte Communications.
Cannabis Business Coordinator Ivana Gomez presented the staff report
and responded to Commission inquiries.
Chair Houghton opened the Public Hearing
Public Comment:
None
--End of Public Comment--
Chair Houghton closed the Public Hearing
Motion By Vice Chair Tolle
Second By Commissioner Munoz-Morris
Adopt a Resolution recommending the City Council introduce and approve
an Ordinance to amend Section 17.86.080 (“Cannabis”) of Title 17
(“Zoning Regulations”) of the Municipal Code to clarify specific land use
and operational requirements for commercial cannabis activity.
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"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL INTRODUCE
AND ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 17.86.080
(“CANNABIS”) OF TITLE 17 (“ZONING REGULATIONS”) OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY SPECIFIC LAND USE AND
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL CANNABIS
ACTIVITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL
REVIEW (CEQA) AS REPRESENTED IN THE PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA REPORT AND ATTACHMENTS DATED APRIL 9, 2025
(CITYWIDE; CODE-0051-2025)"
Ayes (7): Commissioner Cooley, Commissioner Flores, Commissioner
Jorgensen, Commissioner Kahn, Commissioner Munoz-Morris, Vice Chair
Tolle, and Chair Houghton
CARRIED (7 to 0)
6. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
6.a STAFF UPDATES AND AGENDA FORECAST
Deputy Community Development Director Tyler Corey provided the
following update of upcoming projects:
The April 23rd meeting will be canceled due to lack of items.
Tentatively scheduled for the May 14th meeting, is review of
several Conditional Use Permits for existing fraternities and review
of the General Plan Conformity Report for the City's Capital
Improvement Program.
Tentatively scheduled for the May 28th meeting, is additional review
of Conditional Use Permits for existing fraternities and a
presentation from planning students from Cal Poly regarding
development opportunities in the upper Monterey area.
Commissioner Flores noted she will be absent for the May 14th meeting.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:21 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the
Planning Commission is scheduled for May 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. The April 23, 2025
meeting will be canceled due to lack of items.
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APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION: XX/XX/2025
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT
SUBJECT: CITYWIDE (GENP-0359-2025) REVIEW OF THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PLAN OF THE 2025-27 FINANCIAL PLAN FOR GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY
BY: Madeline Kacsinta, Capital Improvement FROM: Tyler Corey, Deputy Director
Program Administrative Manager of Community Development
Phone Number: 805-781-7094 Phone Number: 805-781-7169
Email: mkacsint@slocity.org Email: tcorey@slocity.org
APPLICANT: City of San Luis Obispo REPRESENTATIVE: Madeline Kacsinta
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution determining general plan conformance for the 2025 -27 Capital
Improvement Plan and that this action is exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) per section 15262 which excludes feasibility and planning studies.
1.0 COMMISSION'S PURVIEW
California Government Code § 65401 states: “If a general plan or part thereof has been
adopted, within such time as may be fixed by the legislative body, each county or city
officer, department, board, or commission, and each governmental body, commission, or
board, including the governing body of any special district or school district, whose
jurisdiction lies wholly or partially within the county or city, whose functions include
recommending, preparing plans for, or constructing, major public works, shall submit to
the official agency, as designated by the respective county board of supervisors
or city council, a list of the proposed public works recommended for planning,
initiation or construction during the ensuing fiscal year. The official agency receiving
the list of proposed public works shall list and classify all such recommendations and shall
prepare a coordinated program of proposed public works for the ensuing fiscal year. Such
coordinated program shall be submitted to the county or city planning agency for
review and report to said official agency as to conformity with the adopted general
plan or part thereof.”
San Luis Obispo's multi-year budget approach complies with the intent of this section,
with the Planning Commission fulfilling the role of "planning agency" in its review of the
proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) every two years.
The Commission's reporting that a proposed CIP conforms with the General Plan does
not necessarily mean that the City endorses the project in a particular form. Individual
projects must be more fully scoped, planned, designed, and undergo environmental
review prior to receiving approval to be implemented. The City Council has full discretion
in deciding CIP items. There are no specific sanctions in State law if a CIP item is found
not to conform with the General Plan; however, a finding of non-conformance would
indicate that the plan should be re-evaluated.
Meeting Date: 5/28/2025
Item Number: 3b
Time Estimate: N/A
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Item 3b
GENP-0359-2025
Planning Commission Report – May 28, 2025
2.0 SUMMARY
The CIP proposed as part of the 2025-27 Financial Plan includes a variety of projects and
purchases. Construction projects and equipment purchases costing $25,000 or more are
typically included in the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Capital outlays of less than
$25,000 are included in the Financial Plan operating program budgets. Through the CIP,
the City systematically plans, schedules, and finances capital projects to ensure cost-
effectiveness and conformance with established policies and longer-term plans.
The City Council prioritizes and allocates limited resources every two years after carefully
considering community input. Not all Ge neral Plan goals, Specific Plans, or Concept
Plans may be funded. Consequently, the proposed CIP must prioritize funding based on
the Council’s assessment of community needs and priorities. The proposed CIP is a ten -
year plan where funding is approved by Council for the first two years and the following 8
years are projected for consideration in the next Financial Plan.
3.0 PREVIOUS REVIEW
The Draft 2025–27 Capital Improvement Plan has undergone several stages of review to
ensure alignment with City priorities and long-term financial strategies. As part of the
Strategic Budget Direction, the Draft CIP was presented to the City Council on April 15,
2025, to receive early input and confirm that the proposed project list supports key
strategic goals.
Additionally, on May 8, 2025, all projects proposed for funding through the Local Revenue
Measure (LRM) were reviewed by the Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission
(REOC). This review focused on confirming that LRM-funded projects align with voter-
approved priorities and the intent of the measure.
4.0 PROJECT ANALYSIS
The evaluation of General Plan conformity is based on the purpose of the proposed
spending, rather than their funding sources. CIP projects can be funded from various
funding sources which include the General Fund, Grants, Impact Fees as well as the
City's Enterprise Funds which include the Sewer Fund, Water Fund, Whale Rock Fund,
Parking Fund, and Transit Fund which are typically supported by user fees.
To assess conformity, a policy audit of the General Plan was conducted. The results are
presented in the matrix provided as Attachment A, which outlines how each proposed
CIP project aligns with the goals and policies of the General Plan. The matrix includes all
CIP projects that are proposed and funded in the first two years of the 2025–27 Financial
Plan, with each project linked to a corresponding General Plan program or policy it
supports.
4.1 Expanded Project Funding for Fiscal Years 2025-27
In November 2020, voters passed Measure G-20, which expanded the existing sales tax
from 0.5% to 1.5%. As a result, the Local Revenue Measure now provides $50 million in
Capital Improvement Plan funding over the 2025-27 Financial Plan period. This additional
funding will be utilized for large-scale infrastructure projects, as well as provide for an
expansion of the quantity and budget of asset maintenance and replacement projects.
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Item 3b
GENP-0359-2025
Planning Commission Report – May 28, 2025
5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The determination of conformity with the General Plan is exempt from environmental
review as a Statutory Exemption under Section 15262, Feasibility and Planning Studies
(CEQA Guidelines Section 15262). Each project listed as part of the CIP will need future
authorization and environmental review prior to construction.
6.0 OTHER DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
Comments from the other departments have been incorporated into the recommended
CIP projects proposed as part of the 2025-27 Financial Plan.
7.0 ALTERNATIVES
The Commission may direct staff to revise the report. There is no legally mandated
deadline for Commission action; however, if any changes are made, the revised report
must return to the Planning Commission for a new determination of General Plan
conformance prior to adoption by the City Council. If the revisions are limited to one or
two projects, staff could identify those specific items for City Council consideration and
return to the Commission with only those projects for a revised determination.
8.0 ATTACHMENTS
A - General Plan Conformity CIP Project Matrix
B - Draft PC Resolution (GENP-0359-2025)
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Capital Imrovement Plan for the 2025-27 Financial Plan
GENP 0359-2025
GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY MATRIX FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 2-Year Total
Circulation Element: Manage City operations for energy efficiency, including purchase and use of vehicles, equipment and materials $ 2,338,000 $ 3,208,000 $ 5,546,000
CIP No. #2000513 - Electric Vehicle Charging Stations 442,000$ 430,000$ 872,000$
CIP No. #2000519 - Fleet Replacement: Parks and Rec 95,000$ 68,500$ 163,500$
CIP No. #2000520 - Fleet Replacement: Public Works 368,000$ 697,500$ 1,065,500$
CIP No. #2000521 - Fleet Replacement: Utilities 238,000$ 600,000$ 838,000$
CIP No. #2000536 - Fleet Replacement: Transit 150,000$ 150,000$
CIP No. #2000553 - Fleet Replacement: Police 705,000$ 437,000$ 1,142,000$
CIP No. #2000554 - Fleet Replacement: Fire 300,000$ 675,000$ 975,000$
CIP No. #2000611 - Fleet Replacement: Parking 50,000$ 50,000$
CIP No. #2091633 - Corp Yard Storage Stalls 100,000$ 100,000$
CIP No. #2091634 - Fire Station 1 Wash Area 40,000$ 150,000$ 190,000$
Circulation Element: The City shall design and maintain bikeways to make bicycling safe, convenient and enjoyable. The City shall
encourage and promote walking as a regular means of transportation. $ 2,590,000 $ 480,000 $ 3,070,000
CIP No. #2000157 - Banner Arms, Bench Arms Rests, Signs 25,000$ 25,000$ 50,000$
CIP No. #2000165 - Transportation Impact Fee Program Update 50,000$ 50,000$
CIP No. #2000537 - Transportation Monitoring & Modeling Update 15,000$ 55,000$ 70,000$
CIP No. #2000608 - Active Transportation Plan Implementation 200,000$ 200,000$
CIP No. #2001057 - ATP - Higuera Complete Street Project 2,500,000$ 2,500,000$
CIP No. #2001058 - ATP - Foothill Boulevard Complete Street Project 200,000$ 200,000$
Circulation Element: The City shall improve and expand city bus service to make the system more convenient and accessible for
everyone.2,960,000$ 1,165,000$ 4,125,000$
CIP No. #2000053 - Bus Wash Replacement 75,000$ 75,000$
CIP No. #2000102 - Parking Lot Maintenance - Bus Yard 600,000$ -$ 600,000$
CIP No. #2000405 - Transit Fleet 1,500,000$ 1,000,000$ 2,500,000$
CIP No. #2000506 - Bus Stop Improvements 350,000$ 90,000$ 440,000$
CIP No. #2001033 - Downtown Transit Center Rehabilitation 250,000$ -$ 250,000$
CIP No. #2000533 - Cutaway Bus Replacememt 260,000$ 260,000$
Conservation and Open Space Element: Secure and maintain a healthy and attractive Greenbelt around the urban area. $ 275,000 $ 275,000 $ 550,000
CIP No. #2001011 - Open Space Maintenance 125,000$ 125,000$ 250,000$
CIP No. #2099837 - Open Space Acquisition 150,000$ 150,000$ 300,000$
Conservation and Open Space Element: The City will use material efficiently in its buildings and facilities, services and operations, and
encourage others to do the same. $ 852,500 $ 400,000 $ 1,252,500
CIP No. #2000075 - Major Facility Maintenance 252,500$ 400,000$ 652,500$
CIP No. #2000508 - City Hall Drought Tolerant Landscaping and Restroom 300,000$ 300,000$
CIP No. #2001056 - Water Treatment Plant - Building Maintenance 300,000$ 300,000$
Conservation and Open Space: Emphasize the planting and maintenance of California Native tree species of sufficient height, spread,
form and horticultural characteristics to create the desired streetscape canopy, shade, buffering from adjacent uses, and other desired
streetscape characteristics, consistent with the Tree Ordinance or as recommended by the Tree Committee or as approved by the
Architectural Review Commission. $ 400,000 $ 400,000 $ 800,000
CIP No. #2000027 - Urban Forest Maintenance 400,000$ 400,000$ 800,000$
A - General Plan Conformity CIP Project MatrixPage 13 of 90
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GENP 0359-2025
GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY MATRIX FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 2-Year Total
Conservation and Open Space: The City will manage its operations for efficient materials use by: A. Substituting electronic information
exchange for paper whenever feasible and cost-effective 1,745,000$ 621,281$ 2,366,281$
CIP No. #2000601 - Public Safety IT Replacements 1,152,000$ 397,867$ 1,549,867$
CIP No. #2000603 - Enterprise IT Replacements 351,000$ 351,000$
CIP No. #2000604 - Network IT Replacements 242,000$ 223,414$ 465,414$
Conservation and Open Space: The City will use material efficiently in its buildings and facilities, services and operations, and
encourage others to do the same. $ 1,300,990 $ 6,200,000 $ 7,500,990
CIP No. #2000516 - Fire Station 3&4 Remodel 1,300,990$ 1,300,990$
CIP No. #2001063 - Broadband Plan -$ 6,200,000$ 6,200,000$
Land Use Element: Develop buildings and facilities which will contribute to our sense of place and architectural heritage. $ 210,000 $ 365,000 $ 575,000
CIP No. #2000406 - Senior Center Paint and Window 35,000$ 35,000$
CIP No. #2000503 - Public Art Maintenance 110,000$ 210,000$ 320,000$
CIP No. #2000510 - Public Art Installations 100,000$ 100,000$ 200,000$
CIP No. #2000512 - Downtown Zig-Zig Lighting 20,000$ 20,000$
Land Use Element: The City shall ensure there is a diversity of parking opportunities in the Downtown. Any major increments in parking
supply should take the form of structures, located at the edges of the commercial core, so people can walk rather than drive between
points within the core.1,127,800$ 500,000$ 1,627,800$
CIP No. #2000117 - Cultural Arts District Parking Structure 627,800$ 627,800$
CIP No. #2000574 - Parking Pay Station Installation 500,000$ 500,000$ 1,000,000$
N/A 4,000,000$ 4,000,000$ 8,000,000$
CIP No. #CIP Res - CIP Reserve 4,000,000$ 4,000,000$ 8,000,000$
Parks and Recreation Element: The City shall develop and maintain a park system.9,289,612$ 885,000$ 10,174,612$
CIP No. #2000030 - Laguna Lake Golf Course Maintenance 10,000$ 10,000$
CIP No. #2000033 - Playground Equipment Replacement 585,000$ 585,000$
CIP No. #2000054 - Righetti Community Park 6,500,000$ 6,500,000$
CIP No. #2000115 - Sinsheimer Park Playground Turf, Soft Surface Replacement 50,000$ 50,000$
CIP No. #2000514 - Emerson Park Amenity Upgrades and Beautification 1,854,612$ 1,854,612$
CIP No. #2000568 - Golf Course Pro Shop - Flood Damage Repair -$ 250,000$ 250,000$
CIP No. #2001010 - Parks Major Maintenance 350,000$ 575,000$ 925,000$
Safety Element: Ensure the City and all relevant City departments have adequate planning, organization, and resources for emergency
preparedness and emergency response.2,475,000$ 4,510,000$ 6,985,000$
CIP No. #2000118 - Public Safety Center -$ 200,000$ 200,000$
CIP No. #2000119 - Police Building - 1042 Tenant Improvements 350,000$ 4,310,000$ 4,660,000$
CIP No. #2000120 - Police Building - 1042 Stop Gap Improvements 250,000$ 250,000$
CIP No. #2000122 - Fire Station 5 150,000$ 150,000$
CIP No. #2000577 - Police Station TI - 1106 Walnut 75,000$ 75,000$
CIP No. #2001075 - Parking Structure Safety Element R&D 1,500,000$ 1,500,000$
CIP No. #2001076 - Roadway Barricade Enhancements 150,000$ 150,000$
Safety Element: The City should allow flood waters to move through natural channels. Flow should be accommodated by removing
debris and manmade obstructions.200,000$ 4,833,315$ 5,033,315$
CIP No. #2001032 - Pismo Street Retaining Wall (Storm Recovery)100,000$ 1,900,000$ 2,000,000$
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GENP 0359-2025
GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY MATRIX FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 2-Year Total
CIP No. #2001071 - Storm Response and Recovery 100,000$ 2,183,315$ 2,283,315$
CIP No. #2090742 - Storm Drains -$ 750,000$ 750,000$
Water and Wastewater Management Element: Manage the City’s water resources to meet the current and future water demand
requirements associated with development envisioned by the General Plan.15,518,800$ 11,078,000$ 26,596,800$
CIP No. #2000062 - Water Meters and Boxes 1,916,000$ 1,916,000$ 3,832,000$
CIP No. #2000063 - Water Distribution Fire Hydrants 55,000$ 55,000$ 110,000$
CIP No. #2000065 - Point Repair 150,000$ 150,000$
CIP No. #2000082 - Sewer Lift Station Replacement - Silver City 200,000$ 200,000$
CIP No. #2000084 - Sewer Maintenance Cover Adjustments 110,000$ 30,000$ 140,000$
CIP No. #2000092 - Sewer Main Replacement: Buchon - Morro to Johnson 135,000$ 135,000$
CIP No. #2000150 - SGMA GSP 150,000$ 150,000$ 300,000$
CIP No. #2000170 - Islay Sewer Replacement 2,100,000$ 2,100,000$
CIP No. #2000527 - Point Repairs - Wastewater Collections System 340,000$ 240,000$ 580,000$
CIP No. #2000529 - Recycled Water Orcutt Street - Fernwood to Laurel -$ 1,900,000$ 1,900,000$
CIP No. #2000530 - Recycled Water Tank 100,000$ 100,000$
CIP No. #2000561 - Sewer-main Replacement: Morro, Mill, Santa Rosa, and Chorro 45,000$ 45,000$
CIP No. #2000563 - Waterline Replacement: California Ave - Taft to Mill 2,570,000$ -$ 2,570,000$
CIP No. #2000570 - Sewer-main Replacements: Taft, Hathaway, Phillips, Buena Vista, and Loomis 330,000$ 330,000$
CIP No. #2000571 - Sewer-main Replacements: San Jose, Ramona, Monte Vista, and California -$ 310,000$ 310,000$
CIP No. #2001005 - Water Valve Cover Adjustments 285,000$ 35,000$ 320,000$
CIP No. #2001024 - Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Reduction 420,000$ 420,000$ 840,000$
CIP No. #2001025 - Sewer Utility Trench Repair 25,000$ 25,000$ 50,000$
CIP No. #2001040 - Waterline Replacement: Chorro - Highland to Meinecke 24-inch Pipeline Replacement 100,000$ -$ 100,000$
CIP No. #2001043 - Recycled Water Pump Station Maintenance 45,000$ 45,000$
CIP No. #2001050 - Sewer Lift Station Maintenance 400,000$ 400,000$
CIP No. #2001052 - Water Storage Tank Inspection and Cleaning 10,000$ 10,000$ 20,000$
CIP No. #2001053 - Waterline Abandonment & Connections 50,000$ 50,000$
CIP No. #2001055 - WRRF - Building Maintenance 150,000$ 150,000$
CIP No. #2001073 - Sewer Main Replacement: Oceanaire - Cayucos to Froom Rd 35,000$ 35,000$
CIP No. #2091219 - WRRF Upgrade 2,000,000$ 2,000,000$
CIP No. #2091506 - Groundwater Well Development Program [91506]2,250,000$ 2,250,000$
CIP No. #2091734 - Water Treatment Plant - Water Meter Replacement 54,800$ 82,000$ 136,800$
CIP No. #2001026 - WTP Major Maintenance 180,000$ 180,000$ 360,000$
CIP No. #2000077 - WRRF - Asset Replacement 475,000$ 295,000$ 770,000$
CIP No. #2000531 - Recycled Water and Ultraviolet Disinfection Maintenance (602)10,000$ 10,000$
CIP No. #2000542 - WTP Major Facility Maintenance 113,000$ 113,000$
CIP No. #2000551 - WRRF Power Cogeneration Upgrade 1,475,000$ 1,475,000$
CIP No. #2001004 - Water Distribution Utility Trench Repair 340,000$ 340,000$ 680,000$
CIP No. #2001041 - Water Treatment Plant - Filter Media Replacement and Underdrain Repairs 480,000$ 480,000$
CIP No. #2001042 - Sewer-main Replacement: Chorro - Boysen to Rougeot -$ 2,750,000$ 2,750,000$
CIP No. #2091368 - T-3 Water Storage Tank Replacement - High Pressure Zone 500,000$ 500,000$
A - General Plan Conformity CIP Project MatrixPage 15 of 90
Capital Imrovement Plan for the 2025-27 Financial Plan
GENP 0359-2025
GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY MATRIX FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 2-Year Total
CIP No. #2091639 - Sewer Main Replacement: Chorro – Meinecke to Murray 260,000$ 260,000$
Water and Wastewater Management Element: The City will coordinate the opertion of the Salinas, Whale Rock, and Nacimiento
Reserviors to maximize available water resources. 130,000$ 980,000$ 1,110,000$
CIP No. #2001009 - Whale Rock Reservoir – Asset Replacement 40,000$ 20,000$ 60,000$
CIP No. #2001017 - Whale Rock Reservoir Transmission Pipeline Replacement 90,000$ 960,000$ 1,050,000$
Grand Total 45,412,702$ 39,900,596$ 85,313,298$
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RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING COMMISSION
DETERMINING GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE FOR THE 2025-27
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND THAT THIS ACTION IS EXEMPT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PER
SECTION 15262 WHICH EXCLUDES FEASIBILITY AND PLANNING
STUDIES FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public meeting in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo,
California, on May 28, 2025, for the purpose of reviewing the 2025-27 Capital
Improvement Plan for General Plan Conformity as required by California Government
Code Section 65401 (GENP-0359-2025); and
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearing were made at the time and in the
manner required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has duly considered all evidence 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. Findings. Based upon all the evidence, the Commission makes the
following findings:
1. The 2025-27 Capital Improvement Plan is consistent with the General Plan.
Section 2. Environmental Review. The determination of conformity with the
General Plan is exempt from environmental review as a Sta tutory Exemption under
Section 15262, Feasibility and Planning Studies (CEQA Guidelines Section 15262). Each
Project listed as part of the CIP will need future authorization and environmental review
prior to construction.
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GENP-0359-2025 (CIP Conformance)
Section 3. Action. The Planning Commission does find and report that GENP-
0359-2025 conforms to the City of San Luis Obispo’s General Plan pursuant to California
Government Code Section 65401.
On motion by , seconded by ,
and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
REFRAIN:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this day of May 28, 2025.
Tyler Corey, Secretary
Planning Commission
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT
SUBJECT: 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS
EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
PROJECT ADDRESS: 1236 Monte Vista Pl. BY: Mallory Patino, Assistant Planner
Phone Number: (805) 783-7704
FILE NUMBER: USE-0332-2025 Email: mpatino@slocity.org
APPLICANT: Delta Chi FROM: Tyler Corey, Deputy Director
REPRESENTATIVE: Jacob Zuckermandel, Fraternity President
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Draft Resolution to modify the Conditional Use Permit, based on updated
findings and subject to revised conditions of approval. The project is categorically exempt
from environmental review under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.
SITE DATA
Applicant
General Plan
Land Use
Designation
Zone
Site Area
Environmental
Determination
Delta Chi
High Density Residential
(HDR)
High-Density Residential
(R-4)
Approximately 0.66 acre
Categorically exempt from
environmental review
under CEQA Guidelines
Section 15301 (Existing
Facilities)
SUMMARY
On August 12, 1998, the Planning Commission approved a Use Permit to allow a fraternity
(Kappa Sigma) at the multifamily apartment complex at 1236 Monte Vista Place. Delta
Chi (Applicant) has continued the use as a fraternity organization under the approved Use
Permit since moving into 1236 Monte Vista Place in 2012. Since the approval of this Use
Meeting Date: 5/28/2025
Item Number: 4a
Time Estimate: 45 minutes
Figure 1 – Project Site
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Permit, a fraternity organization has resided at and utilized the property for fraternity
activities. Due to recent violations, the Community Development Director (Director) is
referring the existing Conditional Use Permit to the Planning Commission for re -review.
Re-review of the Conditional Use Permit may result in (a) added, modified, and/or
removed conditions of approval to allow continuation of the fraternity in a manner
compatible with existing and proposed uses in the vicinity; or (b) revocation if the required
findings cannot be made per Section 17.102.020(C)(7).
1.0 PROJECT BACKGROUND
1.1 Prior Conditional Use Permit Review and Approval
On August 12, 1998, the Planning Commission approved a Use Permit, U106, to allow
the fraternity (Kappa Sigma) at the multifamily apartment complex at 1236 Monte Vista
Place (Attachment B – PC Resolution No. 5230-98). Approval of this Use Permit allowed
multiple two- and three-story multifamily structures comprising seven (7) two-bedrooms
units and 12 one-bedroom units to be used by the fraternity. The Use Permit limited
residents to a maximum of 35 people, and routine meetings or gatherings to a maximum
of 53 people. Delta Chi began residing at 1236 Monte Vista Place in 2012, continuing the
use of the site under the Use Permit as a fraternity organization. Since the approval of
this Use Permit, the project site has been used as a residence for fraternity activities.
1.2 History of Active Violations and Code Enforcement Actions
Unpermitted Construction
On November 2, 2021, a Notice to Correct Code Violation(s) / Notice of Violation (i.e.,
courtesy warning) was issued due to unpermitted work to enclose balconies (upper story
decks) that were not habitable space to become sleeping areas or habitable space
(Attachment C – Notice to Correct Code Violation(s), dated November 2, 2021). Four
apartment units were noted as having unpermitted work done and requiring corrections.
Four building permit applications were submitted for the work to convert the spaces back
into decks; three (3) applications were submitted in October of 2022 and one (1)
application was submitted in December of 2023. Code Enforcement has been handling
the violation and following up with the property owner to resolve the issue. The fraternity
organization does not own the property. A private property owner leases the residences
to the fraternity but is ultimately responsible for correcting the violations from unpermitted
construction.
Use Permit Violations
Police Department Actions
Records indicate that the Police Department has issued three (3) citations for noise
violations during the current Cal Poly academic calendar (September 2025 to present).
Of these three:
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One citation, issued on March 3, 2025, was successfully appealed. The citation
was dismissed by a Police Department Hearing Officer based on a lack of
identifiable noise (music or other sounds) on the body camera footage of the
issuing Officer at the property line or at 50 feet from the property line.
Another of these citations was issued on March 15, 2025, the Saturday ahead of
St. Patrick’s Day (locally referred to as “St. Fratty’s Day” weekend), for a large
party occurring at 1236 Monte Vista Place. Code Enforcement conducted outreach
to fraternity organizations ahead of St. Patrick’s Day weekend to encourage safe
celebrations and deter unruly gatherings. The Police Department also conducted
outreach ahead of the weekend to inform residents in the neighborhoods around
Cal Poly about increased enforcement efforts for the weekend. The Police
Department invested substantial resources during this weekend to ensure public
safety of the neighborhood. Despite these efforts, an event still took place at 1236
Monte Vista Pl. that resulted in a noise violation citation.
Code Enforcement Actions
On March 19, 2025, Code Enforcement issued a Notice to Correct Code Violation(s) /
Notice of Violation due to multiple, confirmed administrative citations, noise violations,
and Use Permit violations (Attachment D – Notice to Correct Code Violation(s), dated
March 19, 2025). After issuing this Notice, staff contacted the property owner, property
manager, and fraternity over the next several months to discuss these issues, including
the referral for re-review by the Planning Commission.
1.3 Planning Commission’s Purview
Due to active violations by the fraternity and on the property, the Director is referring the
Use Permit to the Planning Commission for re-review in accordance with Condition No.
11 of Use Permit, U106, which states the following:
11. Use permit shall be reviewed if any reasonable written citizen or Police or Fire
Department complaints are received by the city. In review of the use permit, the
Planning Commission may add, delete or modify conditions of approval, or revoke
the use permit. The Planning Commission may consider adding a condition
requiring fraternity officers to perform a community service project in the
neighborhood.
1.4 Changes to the Municipal Code
Since the approval of the Use Permit, U106, in 1998, it should be noted that there have
been codified changes to the Municipal Code that regulate fraternities and sororities.
These changes include updated findings and criteria for approval for fraternities and
sororities, as well as code requirements that directly address concerns regarding noise,
public disturbances, and other disorderly conduct, as summarized below.
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Requirements for Approval
Per Table 2-1 of the Municipal Code (Uses Allowed by Zone), the establishment of a
fraternity in the R-4 zone requires approval of a Conditional Use Permit. Approval of a
Conditional Use Permit for a fraternity is subject to the requirements, listed below, to
ensure its consistency with the General Plan and Zoning Regulations and its compatibility
with existing and future land uses in the vicinity:
Section 17.110.060 (Minor Use Permits and Conditional Use Permits – Criteria for
Approval)
Section 17.110.070 (Minor Use Permits and Conditional Use Permits – Required
Findings)
Section 17.86.130(B) (Fraternities and Sororities – Required Findings)
The Planning Commission’s role is to consider the above -discussed violations and
determine what modifications, if any, to the Use Permit conditions are necessary for the
Planning Commission to make the required findings for continued use of the property as
a fraternity.
Standard Conditions for Fraternities
Standard conditions for fraternities and sororities, outlined in Section 17.86.130(A)
(Fraternities and Sororities – Applicability), were established as part of the comprehensive
update to Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) in 2018. These standard conditions limit the
number of permitted residents, regulate the number of attendees f or meetings and
gatherings, require affiliation and good standing with the university, and establish a
responsible contact for the fraternity.
Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals, and Welfare) Updates
Since 1998, there have been incremental improvements as codif ied changes to Title 9
(Public Peace, Morals, and Welfare) that directly address concerns regarding noise,
public disturbances, and other disorderly conduct, regardless of a Use Permit approval.
These code requirements apply to all uses in the City, and the key chapters that apply to
fraternity activities are identified below:
Chapter 9.12 (Noise Control)
o Ordinance adopted in 1985, latest revision in 2010
Chapter 9.13 (Unruly Gatherings)
o Ordinance adopted in 2010, revised in 2015
Chapter 9.22 (Safety Enhancement Zones)
o Ordinance adopted in 2004, latest revision in 2024
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2.0 PROJECT ANALYSIS
Staff evaluated the fraternity and its violations against current standards and regulations,
including the updated findings and criteria for approval as well as code requirements. At
this time, staff recommends the Planning Commission allow continuation of the fraternity
subject to a modified Use Permit, instead of revocation of the Use Permit. Updated
findings and revised conditions are recommended based on the following analysis. The
re-review, and any subsequent changes to the conditions of approval, are documented
as part of an updated Conditional Use Permit, USE-0332-2025, application.
2.1 Consistency with the General Plan / Zoning Regulations
The project is consistent with the intent of both the High-Density Residential land use
designation and zone, which allow dense housing in proximity to concentrations of
employment and college enrollment. In addition, the project would advance Land Use
Element Policy 2.6.5 (Fraternities & Sororities) and Housing Element Policy 8.5 (Special
Housing Needs) by locating a fraternity in a High-Density residential area within 0.1-mile
of Cal Poly SLO campus.
Fraternity Use – Standard Conditions
As outlined in Section 17.86.130(A) (Fraternities and Sororities – Applicability), standard
conditions shall apply to the fraternity, as follows:
Number of Residents – Occupancy shall be limited to not more than one (1)
resident per 60 square feet of building area. The landlord shall allow the City to
verify occupancy by allowing an inspection of the records or a visual inspection of
the premises. Any inspection shall be at a reasonable time and shall be preced ed
by a 24-hour notice to the residents.
The project site contains an existing multi-family apartment complex with a total of
approximately 13,764 square feet and 26 bedrooms. The fraternity shall be limited
to a maximum of 35 residents (approximately 393 square feet per resident),
consistent with the prior Use Permit approval. The proposed maximum occupancy
allows for 17 bedrooms to each house one (1) resident, and nine (9) bedrooms to
be shared by two (2) residents (Condition No. 3). The property owner shall also
allow the City to verify occupancy by allowing an inspection of records or visual
inspection of the premises at a reasonable time with at least 24-hour notice to the
residents (Condition No. 3).
Routine Gatherings – The maximum number of persons allowed on site for routine
meetings and gatherings shall not exceed the limit established by the applicable
Conditional Use Permit.
Prior approvals of Conditional Use Permits to establish fraternities/sororities have
limited the number of people onsite for routine meetings and gatherings to 1.5
times the number of average population density. This calculation takes into
consideration the number of residents, areas inside buildings, and number of
parking spaces available in the vicinity.
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Per Table 4 (Residential Population Assumptions) of the Land Use Element, the
High Density Residential (HDR) land use designation, which corresponds to the R-
4 zone where fraternities may be permitted, has an average population density of
55 people per acre. The project site a t 1236 Monte Vista Place is approximately
0.66-acre in size, which results in an average of 36.3 people for the property.
Based on past practice, including recent City Council and Planning Commission
actions, the maximum number of people for routine meetings and gatherings for
this fraternity shall be limited to 54 people (rounded down from 54.45 = 36.3 people
x 1.5) (Condition No. 4). This proposed condition includes a slight increase of one
(1) person from the 53 people allowed for routine gatherings unde r the original
approval of Use Permit, U106 (Condition No. 4 of Resolution No. 5230-98), but
would align with current practice of calculating gathering limits to provide
consistency across all fraternity and sorority use permits.
University Affiliation – The fraternity or sorority shall remain affiliated and in good
standing with the Interfraternity Council of Student Life and Leadership at
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo. If the fraternity or sorority
becomes unaffiliated or no longer held in good standing with California Polytechnic
University, the Conditional Use Permit shall be revoked.
The fraternity shall remain affiliated and in good standing with the Interfraternity
Council of Student Life and Leadership at California Polytechnic University, San
Luis Obispo. If the fraternity becomes unaffiliated or is no longer in good standing,
the Conditional Use Permit shall be automatically revoked (Condition No. 5).
Contact Information – The landlord shall provide names and telephone numbers
of responsible persons to the Community Development Department and
Neighborhood Services Manager of the Police Department on an annual basis.
Responsible persons shall be available during all events and at reasonable hours
to receive and handle complaints.
The fraternity shall provide the name and contact information (i.e., phone number
and email address) of all responsible parties to the Community Development
Department and Neighborhood Services Manager of the Police Department on an
annual basis. If there is a change to the name and/or contact information of any
responsible parties, the Community Development Department and Neighborhood
Services Manager shall be notified immediately. The “responsible parties” are
those that cause, maintain, allow, or are otherwise responsible for actions
regulated by this Use Permit, or those that have an ownership interest in the real
property (Condition No. 6).
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Parking Requirements
Per Table 3-4 (Parking Requirements by Use) in Section 17.72.030 (Required parking
spaces), a fraternity is required to provide one (1) space per 1.5 occupants or 1.5 spaces
per bedroom, whichever is greater. With a total of 35 residents and 26 bedrooms, the
fraternity would be required to provide 39 spaces (i.e., the greater calculation based on
bedroom count) under the current parking requirement. It is noted that a minimum of 32
spaces were required as part of the original Use Permit approval (Condition No. 2 of
Resolution No. 5230-98), which is consistent with the parking space capacity of the
apartment complex. Since there is no additional development (i.e., new construction or
addition) or change in use proposed as part of this re-review per Section 17.72.060
(Nonconforming Parking), the fraternity use may continue by maintaining a
nonconforming number of 32 spaces onsite (Condition No. 8).
To facilitate the use of active transportation and address potential impacts on street
parking by the fraternity, a minimum of 35 bicycle parking spaces (one bicycle space per
bed), consistent with current requirements for 35 residents in Table 3-6 (Required Bicycle
Parking) of Section 17.72.070 (Bicycle parking standards), shall be required (Condition
No. 9). This condition would increase the number of bicycle spaces from 10 to 35 for the
site.
2.2 Conditions to Address Noise and Large Gatherings
Based on recent noise violations, staff recommends the following new conditions, which
are consistent with language in more recent use permit fraternity conditions, to address
concerns related to noise and large gatherings:
Condition No. 2 establishes a clear threshold for re-reviews should future violations
occur. The condition requires the Planning Commission to re -evaluate the Use
Permit if the fraternity receives three (3) citations within any 12-month period for a
violation of law or permit condition that (a) are not contested or are upheld on
appeal, and (b) the conduct for which the citations were issued resulted in adverse
impacts to, or complaints from, residents or occupants of the surrounding
neighborhood.
o Note – This condition would replace procedures for handling complaints and
re-reviews identified in Conditions No. 11 of the original Use Permit, U106.
Condition No. 4 limits routine meetings and gatherings to 54 people. Any event
that includes more than 54 people is considered a special event and will require a
separate, follow-up application for more detailed review.
o Note – This condition would address concerns related to large gatherings
and replace Conditions No. 4, 5, and 7 of the original Use Permit, U106.
Condition No. 10 includes an extended range of hours between 10:00 p.m. and
9:00 a.m. (instead of only between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. as required by the
Municipal Code) for regular compliance with a lower exterior noise limit.
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o Note – This condition would directly address noise concerns and replace
Condition No. 5 of the original Use Permit, U106. It should be noted that
people in private residences (e.g., residents of the fraternity) are legally
allowed to gather and meet with guests without government interference
into their private residences, relationships, and associations, provided that
the number and conduct of those residents and guests conform to
applicable regulations. Due to constitutional concerns with placing a
condition that limits the type of people in private residences (i.e., residents
vs. non-residents), Condition No. 10 was written to directly address noise
concerns related to the fraternity use by identifying an extended range of
hours between 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. for regular compliance with a lower
exterior noise limit.
Condition No. 11 requires that the fraternity establish and maintain ongoing
communication with its neighbors in the vicinity.
o Note – This condition would address concerns related to neighborhood
relations and replace Condition No. 6 of the original Use Permit, U106.
Condition No. 12 states that amplified noise-generating activities are prohibited.
Conditions No. 4, 11, and 12 clarify that any requested exceptions from the Noise
Ordinance will not be approved by the Director.
2.3 Other Proposed Changes to the Conditions
As part of the re-review, staff recommends revising the conditions to (a) reflect updated
language for consistency with more recent approvals and (b) identify the necessary
corrective actions based on current violations.
Other Conditions with Updated Language
Limitations and/or requirements detailed in Conditions No. 1, 2, 3, and 12 of the original
Use Permit, U106, regulate the number of residents and parking spaces, require routine
property maintenance, and clarify the grounds for revocation. These requi rements are
addressed as updated conditions and have been incorporated as recommended
Conditions No. 3, 7, 8, and 14 in the re-review.
Conditions Proposed for Removal
Conditions No. 8, 9, and 10 of the original Use Permit, U106, pertain to property
improvements (e.g., permitting signage, landscaping, and trash enclosure area) that have
been satisfied as part of the initial review. Therefore, these conditions have been r emoved
from the recommended conditions of this re-review. It is also noted that these aspects of
the property, including any future proposed changes, would continue to be regulated by
Municipal Code standards related to signage and general maintenance.
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Proposed New Condition
To comply with the provisions of Title 15 Buildings and Construction, Condition No. 13
was added to address the violations regarding the unpe rmitted conversion of non-
habitable space (e.g., balconies and decks) to sleeping areas. The c ondition includes an
expected time frame for work to be completed – six (6) months following the May 28, 2025
Planning Commission re-review hearing or prior to leasing the affected residential units
to new tenants for the next academic year. It has been more than three years since Code
Enforcement provided the property owner with notice of the violations, yet the four units
remain in their unpermitted status. The provided time frame requires corrections to be
completed sooner, rather than allowing fraternity members to continue living in
unpermitted and potentially unsafe conditions.
3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The project is exempt from environmental review under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
of the CEQA Guidelines because it includes the continued operation and permitting of an
existing residential use (i.e., fraternity) with revised findings and conditions of approval.
The project does not include construction of a new building or additional building square
footage. Therefore, the project involves no expansion of the existing residential use.
4.0 ALTERNATIVES
1. Continue review of the Conditional Use Permit. An action to continue review of the
Conditional Use Permit should include a detailed list of additional information or
analysis required to make a decision regarding added, modified, and/or removed
conditions.
2. Revoke the Conditional Use Permit. An action to revoke the Conditional Use
Permit should include findings that cite the basis for revocation and reference
inconsistency with the General Plan, Zoning Regulations, and other policy
documents.
5.0 ATTACHMENTS
A. Draft PC Resolution (USE-0332-2025)
B. PC Resolution No. 5230-98 (Approval of the Original Use Permit, U106)
C. Notice to Correct Code Violation(s), dated November 2, 2021
D. Notice to Correct Code Violation(s), dated March 19, 2025
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RESOLUTION NO. PC-XXXX-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING MODIFICATIONS TO AN EXISTING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE CONTINUATION OF A
FRATERNITY AT 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE. THE PROJECT IS
EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW UNDER SECTION 15301
(EXISTING FACILITIES) OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES AS REPRESENTED IN THE STAFF
REPORT AND ATTACHMENTS DATED MAY 28, 2025 (USE-0332-2025)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, on August 12, 1998,
for the review of a Use Permit to allow a fraternity (Kappa Sigma) at 1236 Monte Vista
Place (Resolution No. 5230-98 (1998 Series)); and
WHEREAS, after Kappa Sigma vacated the project site, Delta Chi began residing
at the project site in 2012 and continued the use as a fraternity organization under the
provisions of Use Permit, U106; and
WHEREAS, the City received complaints, and the Police Department issued
three citations relating to noise violations during the current Cal Poly academic year
(September 2024 to present, May 2025) and Code Enforcement issued a Notice of
Violation in March 2025 relating to the multiple, verified violations of the existing Use
Permit; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, on May 28, 2025,
for the re-review of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the continuation of the fraternity at
1236 Monte Vista Place, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under USE-0332-2025; Delta
Chi, applicant; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, the Planning Commission considered all
evidence, including documented violations, testimony of the applicant and general public
and evaluation, and recommendations by staff; and
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearings were made at the time and in the
manner required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The Planning Commission hereby approves the Conditional Use
Permit to allow the continuation of the fraternity (USE-0332-2025), based on the following
revised findings:
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1. The project is consistent with the General Plan because the proposed fraternity is
an allowable use as dense group housing in the High Density Residential (HDR)
land use designation. In addition, the project would facilitate Land Use Element
Policy 2.6.5 and Housing Element Policy 8.6 by locating a fraternity in proximity to
the Cal Poly SLO campus and other student-oriented uses and housing.
2. The proposed fraternity is conditionally allowed within the High-Density Residential
(R-4) zone. As conditioned, the project complies with applicable provisions of the
Zoning Regulations because (a) the maximum number of 35 residents complies
with the group housing maximum occupancy limits, (b) the parking configuration
would provide 32 required spaces, consistent with the nonconforming parking
space capacity of the apartment complex per Section 17.72.060 of the San Luis
Obispo Municipal Code (Nonconforming Parking), and (c) the required 35 bicycle
parking spaces complies with current bicycle parking requirements per Section
17.72.070 (Bicycle parking standards).
3. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the project will be
compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity because the
proposed fraternity would continue to (a) be in proximity to other dense group
housing (i.e., other fraternities, sororities, multi-family, etc.), (b) be located within
walking distance (i.e., within 0.1-mile) of the Cal Poly campus, and (c) utilize an
existing developed multi-family property.
4. The site is physically suitable in terms of (a) its design, location, shape, size, and
operating characteristics of the project; (b) traffic generation and the provision of
public and emergency vehicle (e.g., fire and medical) access; (c) public protection
services (e.g., fire protection, police protection, etc.); and (d) the provision of
utilities (e.g., potable water, schools, solid waste collection and disposal, storm
drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.). The project is
surrounded by other developed properties with compatible dense housing uses,
has access to the City’s circulation system, and is served by City utilities. The
project utilizes an existing developed multi-family property and does not include
activities that would generate service or utility demands beyond those anticipated
with uses permitted in the vicinity.
5. As conditioned, the project will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and welfare
of persons living or working at the site or in the vicinity because conditions have
been included that place limits on the number of persons allowed on site, restrict
activities, provide adequate parking, and limit potential disturbances to neighboring
properties. The project will be compatible with the existing site constraints and the
character of the neighborhood.
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6. As conditioned, the establishment and subsequent operation or conduct of the
project will not, because of the circumstances and conditions applied in the
particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of the general public
or persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the use, or be detrimental
or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity of the use because the
project includes conditions that (a) place limits on the number of persons allowed
on site, (b) restrict activities, (c) provide adequate parking, and (d) limit potential
disturbances to neighboring properties. The project would be compatible with the
existing site constraints and the character of the neighborhood.
SECTION 2. Environmental Review. The project is exempt from environmental
review under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines because it
includes the continued operation and permitting of an existing residential use. (i.e.,
fraternity) with revised conditions of approval. The project does not include the
construction of a new building or additional building square footage. Therefore, the project
involves no expansion of the former residential use.
SECTION 3. Action. The Planning Commission hereby approves the Conditional
Use Permit to allow the continuation of the fraternity (USE -0332-2025), based on the
following revised conditions:
Planning Division – Community Development Department
1. The Conditional Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Community Development
Director for compliance with the conditions of approval, or to determine whether a
modification of the Conditional Use Permit is necessary upon significant change
to the project as represented in the Staff Report dated May 28, 2025, or in the
event of a change in ownership which may result in deviation from the project
description or approved plans.
2. The Conditional Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission as
soon as practical if conduct on the permitted premises results in three (3) citations
within any 12-month period for a violation of law or permit condition that (a) are
not contested or are upheld on appeal, and (b) the conduct for which the citations
were issued resulted in adverse impacts to, or complaints from, residents or
occupants of the surrounding neighborhood. At the time of the Conditional Use
Permit review, to ensure ongoing compatibility with nearby uses, conditions of
approval may be added, modified, and/or removed, or the Conditional Use Permit
may be revoked. The City shall notify Cal Poly if the Use Permit is revoked. A re -
review by the Planning Commission shall be accompanied by the appropriate fee.
3. The fraternity shall be limited to a maximum of 35 residents for the property. The
property owner shall allow the City to verify the maximum occupancy by allowing
an inspection of records or visual inspection of the premises. Any inspection shall
be scheduled at a reasonable time with at least 24-hour notice to the residents.
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4. Routine meetings and gatherings for the fraternity shall be limited to a maximum
of 54 people (rounded down from 54.45 = 36.3 people x 1.5), except as otherwise
approved by the Community Development Director for special events. If the
fraternity hosts special events involving more than 54 people, a transportation
management plan to reduce impacts to the surrounding neighborhood shall be
submitted to the Community Development Department , at least 30 days prior to
the event taking place, for review and approval. No exception from the Noise
Ordinance shall be approved by the Director as Part of the special event.
Presence of more than 54 people at the property without valid approval from the
Community Development Director shall be considered a violation of this
Conditional Use Permit.
5. The fraternity shall remain affiliated and in good standing with the Interfraternity
Council of Student Life and Leadership at California Polytechnic Universit y, San
Luis Obispo. If the fraternity becomes unaffiliated or is no longer in good standing,
the Conditional Use Permit shall be automatically revoked.
6. The fraternity shall provide the name and contact information (i.e., phone number
and email address) of all responsible parties to the Community Development
Department and Neighborhood Services Manager of the Police Department on an
annual basis. If there is a change to the name and/or contact information of any
responsible parties, the Community Development Department and Neighborhood
Services Manager shall be notified immediately. The “responsible parties” are
those that cause, maintain, allow, or are otherwise responsible for actions
regulated by this Use Permit, or those that have an ownership interest i n the real
property.
7. The property shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner and in compliance
with the Municipal Code. All landscaping shall be replaced as necessary and
maintained (e.g., trimmed, pruned, etc.) to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director.
8. A minimum of 32 parking spaces shall be provided and maintained at all times.
These spaces shall remain available to residents of the fraternity and not
designated for any individuals not residing on the property.
9. Within 60 days of the re-review hearing with the Planning Commission on May 28,
2025, the fraternity shall install a minimum of 35 bicycle spaces (one for each
resident) and contact the City for a follow-up inspection to verify that all required
bicycle spaces have been installed.
10. The fraternity use shall comply with Table 1 (Exterior Noise Limits) of Section
9.12.060 (Exterior Noise Limits) of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code between
the extended hours of 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m.
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11. Prior to a special event approved by the Community Development Director
pursuant to Condition No. 4, the fraternity shall provide written notification of the
event to all occupants residing within 300 feet of the site. The written notification
shall include the date, hours, and contact information for the responsible party for
the special event. No exception from the Noise Ordinance shall be approved by
the Director as part of the special event.
12. Live entertainment, bands, and/or amplified sounds are prohibi ted, unless
otherwise approved through a special event by the Community Development
Department. No exception from the Noise Ordinance shall be approved by the
Director as part of the special event.
13. Unless otherwise approved by the Community Development Director, the building
permits to resolve the open code enforcement case regarding unpermitted
conversion of non-habitable space (e.g., balconies, decks, and sunrooms) to
sleeping areas shall be finaled within six (6) months following the May 28, 2025
Planning Commission re-review hearing or prior to leasing the affected residential
units to new tenants for the next academic year, whichever occurs first. Failure to
complete the required work to resolve the open code enforcement case within the
preceding timeframe shall result in the automatic revocation of this Conditional
Use Permit.
14. Failure to comply with any of the above conditions or code requirements, or the
conduct of the use so as to constitute a violation of Federal, State, or local law, or
so as to constitute a public nuisance or so as to cause adverse impacts on the
health, safety, or welfare of persons in the vicinity of this use is prohibited and
considered a violation of this Conditional Use Permit and may constitute grounds
for the revocation of this permit.
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Effect of Resolution
This Resolution repeals and replaces Resolution No. 5230-98 (1998 Series). The
Conditional Use Permit to allow the continuation of a fraternity at 1236 Monte Vista Place
is subject to the revised conditions stated in this Resolution.
Indemnification
1. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and/or its
agents, officers and employees from any claim, action or proceeding agai nst 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 against an
Indemnified Claim.
On motion by Commissioner ______, seconded by Commissioner ______, and on
the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 28th day of May 2025.
___________________
Tyler Corey, Secretary
Planning Commission
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Notice to Correct Code Violation(s)/Notice of Violation
(Courtesy Warning Prior to Issuance of Administrative Citation)
November 2, 2021
Kimberly J Ernst
PO Box 4616
Santa Clara, CA 95056
SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1236 Monte Vista Place #16,18,19, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 APN: 052-071-028
Code Case #: CODE-610-2021
Dear Property Owner,
On October 25, 2021, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff noted the following
violations of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code or other relevant codes at the above listed address:
1. Permit Required (SLOMC 15.02.010, California Residential Code 105.1)
“Any owner or owner’s authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair,
move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install,
enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be
performed, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required
permit.”
2. Improper Occupancy (SLOMC 15.02.010, Uniform Housing Code 1001.14)
“All buildings or portions there-of occupied for living, sleeping, cooking or dining purposes
that were not designed or intended to be used for such occupancies shall be considered
substandard.”
During the annual Fire Inspection, it was discovered that the deck of units 16, 18 and 19 have been
enclosed and are being used as sleeping areas. This was done without permits and is not habitable space.
Please contact our Planning Department at 805-781-7170 to determine if the space can be permitted as a
sleeping area. If not, a demo permit will be required to return the decks to their allowed use. Use of the
space shall cease immediately.
ALL REQUIRED WORK MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 90 DAYS OF PERMIT ISSUANCE.
We request that you voluntarily take action to correct the above noted violation(s) no later than December 2,
2021. 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.
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We look forward to working with you to resolve these violations and would like to thank you for your effort s to
maintain your property and to help preserve the safety and beauty of our community. If you have questions,
please contact the undersigned Officer at (805) 783-7841 or ssheats@slocity.org.
Sincerely,
____________________________
Steve Sheats, Code Enforcement Officer
Cc: File
Enclosures: Request for Directors Review
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Notice to Correct Code Violation(s)/Notice of Violation
(Courtesy Warning Prior to Issuance of Administrative Citation)
March 19, 2025
Michael Ernst
PO BOX 4616
Santa Clara, CA 95056
SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1236 Monte Vista Pl San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 APN: 052-071-028
Code Case #: CODE-000086-2025
Dear Property Owner,
City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff noted the following violations of the
San Luis Obispo Municipal Code or other relevant codes at the above listed address:
1. Use Permit Violation (SLOMC §17.76.060)
“It shall be unlawful and a public nuisance for any person, firm or corporation, owning, leasing,
occupying, or having possession of any private property in the City to maintain such property
in such a manner that any of the following conditions are found to exist thereon:
1. Any violation of the provisions of a minor use permit, conditional use permit, planned
development permit, architectural review approval, variance, or other land use entitlement
or land use permit.”
Conditions number four, five, six, and seven of the use permit associated with the property indicate that:
“4. The maximum number of persons allowed on the site for routine meetings an gatherings is 53, except
as specifically approved by the Community Development Director for special events. For such special
events, the applicant shall also submit a parking and transportation plan.
5. No meetings, parties, or other types of similar activities involving persons other than residents are
allowed between the hours of 10 PM and 9 AM, except as approved by the Commun ity Development
Director.
6. The applicant shall institute and maintain a neighborhood relations program. This plan shall include at
least the following elements:
*Annual training of all members in community relations.
*A program to inform neighbors of upcoming events at the house.
*Submission of names and telephone numbers of responsible persons, including alumni president and
chief financial officer, to the Community Development and to the neighbors within two blocks of the
house. Responsible person shall be available during all events and at reasonable hours otherwise, to
receive and handle complaints.
*Evidence of implementation of said plan shall be submitted to the director for review each year. Failure
to exercise reasonable efforts to implement said plan may be grounds for revocation of this permit
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7. Events, including meetings or parties, on site, shall be limited to those listed on a meeting and activities
schedule, submitted to and approved by the Community Development Director in the fall of each year.
Exceptions to this schedule must be approved by the Community Development Director. If the Director
determines the change is significant and may have an adverse impact on the neighborhood, then it will be
referred to the Planning Commission for consideration.”
There are multiple confirmed administrative citations, noise violations, and police contacts between
01/01/2025 and 03/03/2025. Code enforcement staff will be recommending review of the use permit to
the Deputy Director of Community Development. A determination made by the Deputy Director that the
evidence submitted warrants review, modification, or revocation of the current use permit by the Planning
Commission will be followed by notification to the property owner and other responsible parties.
We request that you voluntarily take action to correct the above noted violation(s). Immediate
compliance is required. 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
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT
SUBJECT: 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-
2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A
FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
PROJECT ADDRESSES: 1304 Foothill Boulevard and 190 Crandall Way
FILE NUMBER: USE-0333-2025 BY: Mallory Patino, Assistant Planner
Phone Number: (805) 783-7704
Email: mpatino@slocity.org
APPLICANT: Sigma Nu FROM: Tyler Corey, Deputy Director
REPRESENTATIVE: Charlie Minor, Fraternity Eminent Commander
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Draft Resolution to modify the Conditional Use Permit, based on updated
findings and subject to revised conditions of approval. The project is categorically exempt
from environmental review under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.
SITE DATA
Applicant
General Plan
Land Use
Designation
Zone
Site Area
Environmental
Determination
Sigma Nu
High Density Residential
(HDR)
High-Density Residential
(R-4)
Approximately 0.26 acre
Categorically exempt from
environmental review
under CEQA Guidelines
Section 15301 (Existing
Facilities)
SUMMARY
On May 14, 1990, Sigma Nu (Applicant) obtained approval of a Use Permit to allow their
fraternity at 1304 Foothill Boulevard. Annual re-reviews of the Use Permit were conducted
in each of the two subsequent years, on May 8, 1991 and October 19, 1992, which
Meeting Date: 5/28/2025
Item Number: 4b
Time Estimate: 45 minutes
Figure 1 – Project Site
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resulted in revised conditions after each re-review. The Applicant has resided and utilized
the property for fraternity activities since the initial approval of, and subsequent
modifications to, this Use Permit. Due to recent noise violations, the Communi ty
Development Director (Director) is referring the existing Conditional Use Permit to the
Planning Commission for a re-review. Re-review of the Conditional Use Permit may result
in (a) added, modified, and/or removed conditions of approval to allow contin uation of the
fraternity in a manner compatible with existing and proposed uses in the vicinity; or (b)
revocation if the required findings cannot be made.
1.0 PROJECT BACKGROUND
1.1 Prior Conditional Use Permit Review and Approval
On May 14, 1990, the Planning Commission approved the Use Permit, U1484, to allow
the fraternity (Sigma Nu) at 1304 Foothill Boulevard (Attachment B – PC Resolution No.
5017-90). Approval of this Use Permit included a limited fraternity with routine activities
confined to the residence addressed 1304 Foothill, with other units on the property only
for residential use1, and did not allow onsite special events as those were proposed to be
held off-site (e.g., Cal Poly campus and various halls or venues such as the Monday Club
and Embassy Suites) at the time. This approval included a condition for a re -review
following the first year of activities (Condition No. 13 of PC Resolution No. 5017 -90).
On May 8, 1991, the Planning Commission reviewed the Use Permit after the fraternity’s
first year of activities and approved its continuation, subject to revised conditions
(Attachment C – PC Resolution No. 5055-91). Approval of this modification to the Use
Permit included revised conditions that (a) increase the number of people in routine
gatherings from 16 to 19; (b) allow specific small-scale events with a maximum of 38
attendees; and (c) require a re-review following the second year of activities (Conditions
No. 3, 11, and 13, respectively, of PC Resolution No. 5055-91).
On October 14, 1992, the Planning Commission reviewed the Use Permit after the
fraternity’s second year of activities and approved its continuation, subject to revised
conditions (Attachment D – PC Resolution No. 5111-92). Approval of this modification to
the Use Permit included the elimination of conditions related to (a) signage parameters
to allow minor changes and (b) subsequent annual reviews because of demonstrated
good behavior in the initial two (2) years (Condition No. 6 and 13, respectively, of PC
Resolution No. 5055-91).
The Use Permit authorizes re-review by the Planning Commission on an as-needed basis
if staff receive complaints from the public or from the Police or Fire departments
(Condition No. 4 of PC Resolution No. 5055-91).
Since the initial approval of, and subsequent modifications to, this Use Permit, the
Applicant has used the project site as a fraternity residence and for their fraternity
activities.
1 The original Use Permit limits the location of fraternity activities (e.g., gatherings and meetings)
to the residence addressed 1304 Foothill Boulevard, but notes that the rest of the apartment units
addressed 190 Crandall Way Units 1-5 on the property are leased to fraternity members for
residential purposes. As such, fraternity members are housed throughout all units on the property.
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1.2 Prior General Plan Amendment and Rezone Review and Approval
On October 7, 2008, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1521 (2008 Series), which
included a General Plan Amendment and Rezone (GP/R 200 -07) to change the land use
designation and zone of several properties along Crandall Way and Foothill Boulevard,
including the project site, from Medium-High Residential (MHDR, R-3) to High Density
Residential (HDR, R-4). This was part of a larger amendment/rezoning effort in tended to
increase density potential and facilitate group housing uses (e.g., student housing
projects, fraternities and sororities, etc.) in proximity to Cal Poly campus. The
amendment/rezoning would support viable redevelopment of properties consistent with
policies in the Land Use Element and Housing Element to provide housing that attracts
and locates faculty and students closer to campus and reduce commute travel.
1.3 History of Recent Violations and Code Enforcement Actions
Use Permit Violations
Police Department Actions
Records indicate that the Police Department has issued four (4) citations for noise
violations during the current Cal Poly academic calendar (September 2025 to present).
Code Enforcement Actions
On January 8, 2025, Code Enforcement issued a Notice to Correct Code Violation(s) /
Notice of Violation (i.e., courtesy warning) due to multiple, confirmed administrative
citations, noise violations, and Use Permit violations (Attachment E – Notice to Correct
Code Violation(s), dated January 8, 2025). Code Enforcement subsequently issued an
Administrative Citation (in follow up to the previous notice) for violations of the Use Permit
on April 2, 2025 (Attachment F – Administrative Citation, dated April 2, 2025). After issuing
the Notice of Violation and Administrative Citation, staff contacted the property owner,
property manager, and fraternity over the next several months to discuss these issues,
including the referral for re-review by the Planning Commission.
1.4 Planning Commission’s Purview
The multiple confirmed administrative citations, noise violations, and police calls
associated with the fraternity have resulted in violations of Condition No. 8 of the Use
Permit, U1484, which is as follows:
8. Failure to comply with any of the above conditions or code requirements, or the
conduct of the use so as to constitute a public nuisance or so as to cause adverse
impacts on the health, safety, or welfare of persons in the vicinity of this use, is
prohibited and may constitute grounds for revocation of this permit.
In accordance with Condition No. 4, the Director is referring the Use Permit for a re-review
by the Planning Commission as detailed below:
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4. If a reasonable complaint is received in writing by the Community Development
Department,
a. The complaint shall be forwarded to the Interfraternity Council and the
Planning Commission within one week of receipt for review and
comment. The names of the people filing the complaint shall not be
included without their consent. Copies of all correspondence will be sent
to the Dean of Students and the fraternity.
b. The complaint, and the comments from the Interfraternity Council if
received, shall be forwarded by the Planning Division to the Planning
Commission for consideration at the commission’s next available
meeting.
1.5 Changes to the Municipal Code
Since the original approval of, and subsequent modifications to, Use Permit, U1484, in
1990-1992, it should be noted that there have been codified changes to the Municipal
Code that regulate fraternities and sororities. These changes include updated findings
and criteria for approval for fraternities, as well as generally-applicable code requirements
that directly address concerns regarding noise, public disturbances, and other disorderly
conduct, as summarized below.
Requirements for Approval
Per Table 2-1 of the Municipal Code (Uses Allowed by Zone), the establishment of a
fraternity in the R-4 zone requires approval of a Conditional Use Permit. Approval of a
Conditional Use Permit for a fraternity is subject to the requirements, listed below, to
ensure its consistency with the General Plan and Zoning Regulations and its compatibility
with existing and future land uses in the vicinity:
Section 17.110.060 (Minor Use Permits and Conditional Use Permits – Criteria for
Approval)
Section 17.110.070 (Minor Use Permits and Conditional Use Permits – Required
Findings)
Section 17.86.130(B) (Fraternities and Sororities – Required Findings)
The Planning Commission’s role is to consider the above -discussed violations and
determine what modifications, if any, to the Use Permit conditions are necessary for the
Planning Commission to make the required findings for continued use of the property as
a fraternity.
Standard Conditions for Fraternities
Standard conditions for fraternities and sororities, outlined in Section 17.86.130(A)
(Fraternities and Sororities – Applicability), were established as part of the comprehensive
update to Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) in 2018. These standard conditions limit the
number of permitted residents, regulate the number of attendees for meetings and
gatherings, require affiliation and good standing with the university, and establish a
responsible contact for the fraternity.
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Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals, and Welfare) Updates
Since 1992, there have been incremental improvements as codified changes to Title 9
(Public Peace, Morals, and Welfare) that directly address concerns regarding noise,
public disturbances, and other disorderly conduct, regardless of a Use Permit approval.
These code requirements apply to all uses and conduct in the City, and the key chapters
that often apply to fraternity activities are identified below:
Chapter 9.12 (Noise Control)
o Ordinance adopted in 1985, latest revision in 2010
Chapter 9.13 (Unruly Gatherings)
o Ordinance adopted in 2010, revised in 2015
Chapter 9.22 (Safety Enhancement Zones)
o Ordinance adopted in 2004, latest revision in 2024
2.0 PROJECT ANALYSIS
Staff evaluated the fraternity and its violations against current standards and regulations,
including the updated findings and criteria for approval as well as code requirements. At
this time, staff recommends the Planning Commission allow continuation of the fraternity
subject to a modified Use Permit, instead of revocation of the Use Permit. Updated
findings and revised conditions are recommended based on the following analysis. The
re-review, and any subsequent changes to the conditions of approval, are documented
as part of an updated Conditional Use Permit, USE-0333-2025, application.
2.1 Consistency with the General Plan and Zoning Regulations
The project is consistent with the intent of both the High -Density Residential land use
designation and zone, which allow dense housing in proximity to concentrations of
employment and college enrollment. In addition, the project would advance Land Use
Element Policy 2.6.5 (Fraternities & Sororities) and Housing Element Policy 8.5 (Special
Housing Needs) by locating a fraternity in a High-Density residential area within 0.1-mile
of Cal Poly SLO campus.
Fraternity Use – Standard Conditions
As outlined in Section 17.86.130(A) (Fraternities and Sororities – Applicability), standard
conditions shall apply to the fraternity, as follows:
Number of Residents – Occupancy shall be limited to not more than one (1)
resident per 60 square feet of building area. The landlord shall allow the City to
verify occupancy by allowing an inspection of the records or a visual inspection of
the premises. Any inspection shall be at a reasonable time and shall be preceded
by a 24-hour notice to the residents.
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The project site contains three (3) residential structures (two apartment structures
and one single-family structure) with a combined total of approximately 5,077
square feet and 12 bedrooms. The fraternity shall be limited to a maximum of 19
residents (approximately 267 square feet per resident), consistent with the prior
Use Permit approval, because it is anticipated that most of the 12 bedrooms would
be shared between two (2) residents while some may be used by single residents
(Condition No. 3). The property owner shall also allow the City to verify occupancy
by allowing an inspection of records or visual inspection of the premises at a
reasonable time with at least 24-hour notice to the residents (Condition No. 3). This
revision would replace Condition No. 1 of the old Use Permit.
Routine Gatherings – The maximum number of persons allowed on site for routine
meetings and gatherings shall not exceed the limit establish ed by the applicable
Conditional Use Permit.
Prior approvals of Conditional Use Permits to establish fraternities/sororities have
limited the number of people onsite for routine meetings and gatherings to 1.5
times the number of average population density. This calculation takes into
consideration the number of residents, areas inside buildings, and number of
parking spaces available in the vicinity.
Per Table 4 (Residential Population Assumptions) of the Land Use Element, the
High Density Residential (HDR) land use designation, which corresponds to the R-
4 zone where fraternities may be permitted, has an average population density of
55 people per acre. The project site at 1304 Foothill Blvd / 190 Crandall Way is
approximately 0.26-acre in size, which results in an average of 14.3 people for the
property. The maximum number of people for routine meetings and gatherings for
this fraternity shall be limited to 21 people (rounded down from 21.45 = 14.3 people
x 1.5) (Condition No. 4). This proposed condition includes a slight increase of two
(2) people from the 19 people allowed for routine gatherings under the original
approval of Use Permit, U1484 (Condition No. 3 of Resolution No. 5111-92), but
would align with current practice of calculating gathering limits to provide
consistency across all fraternity and sorority use permits .
University Affiliation – The fraternity or sorority shall remain affiliated and in good
standing with the Interfraternity Council of Student Life and Leadership at
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo. If the fraternity or sorority
becomes unaffiliated or no longer held in good standing with California Polytechnic
University, the Conditional Use Permit shall be revoked.
The fraternity shall remain affiliated and in good standing with the Interfraternity
Council of Student Life and Leadership at California Polytechnic University, San
Luis Obispo. If the fraternity becomes unaffiliated or is no longer in good standing,
the Conditional Use Permit shall be revoked (Condition No. 5).
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Contact Information – The landlord shall provide names and telephone numbers
of responsible persons to the Community Development Department and
Neighborhood Services Manager of the Police Department on an annual basis.
Responsible persons shall be available during all events and at reasonable hours
to receive and handle complaints.
The fraternity shall provide the name and contact information (i.e., phone number
and email address) of all responsible parties to the Community Development
Department and Neighborhood Services Manager of the Police Department on an
annual basis. If there is a change to the name and/or contact information of any
responsible parties, the Community Development Department and Neighborhood
Services Manager shall be notified immediately. The “responsible parties” are
those that cause, maintain, allow, or are otherwise responsible for actions
regulated by this Use Permit, or those that have an ownership interest in the real
property (Condition No. 6).
Parking Requirements
Per Table 3-4 (Parking Requirements by Use) in Section 17.72.030 (Required parking
spaces), a fraternity is required to provide one (1) space per 1.5 occupants or 1.5 spaces
per bedroom, whichever is greater. With a total of 19 residents and 12 bedrooms, the
fraternity would be required to provide 18 onsite spaces (i.e., the greater calculation
based on bedroom count) under the current parking requirement. While approval of the
original Use Permit required 14 spaces (Condition No. 2 of Resolution No. 5111 -92), this
requirement was satisfied through a combination of 12 car spaces (i.e., 10 surface spaces
and two [2] garage spaces) and 10 bicycle spaces, which in total equated to 14 spaces2.
Since there is no additional development (i.e., new construction or addition) or change in
use proposed as part of this re-review per Section 17.72.060 (Nonconforming Parking),
the fraternity use may continue and maintain a nonconforming number of parking spaces
(Condition No. 8). This new condition has been revised to clearly indicate the minim um
12 required car spaces, which is consistent with the number of spaces available onsite.
Additional information related to the nonconforming number of parking spaces is provided
in the following discussion on proposed conditions.
To facilitate the use of active transportation and address potential impacts on street
parking by the fraternity, a minimum of 19 bicycle parking spaces (one bicycle space per
bed), consistent with current requirements for 19 residents in Table 3-6 (Required Bicycle
Parking) of Section 17.72.070 (Bicycle parking standards), shall be required (Condition
No. 9). This condition would increase the number of bicycle spaces from 5 to 19 for the
site.
2 At the time of the original approval and subsequent modifications, the parking requirements did
not clearly distinguish between car and bicycle spaces. While 14 parking spaces were required
for the fraternity, this requirement was satisfied through a combination of car and bicycle spaces.
In the case of this fraternity, 12 car spaces and 10 bicycle spaces (five [5] bicycle spaces to equal
one [1] car space and stored in the garage) were provided based on capacity of the site.
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2.2 Conditions to Address Noise and Large Gatherings
Based on recent noise violations, staff recommends the following new conditions, which
are consistent with language in conditions of more recent approvals, to address concerns
related to noise and large gatherings:
Condition No. 2 establishes clear thresholds for re-reviews should future violations
occur. The condition requires the Planning Commission to re -evaluate the Use
Permit if the fraternity receives three (3) citations within any 12-month period for a
violation of law or permit condition that (a) are not contested or are upheld on
appeal, and (b) the conduct for which the citations were issued resulted in adverse
impacts to, or complaints from, residents or occupants of the surrounding
neighborhood.
o Note – This condition would replace procedures for handling complaints and
re-reviews identified in Condition No. 4 of the original Use Permit, U1484.
Condition No. 4 limits routine meetings and gatherings to 21 people. Any event
that includes more than 21 people is considered a special event and will require a
separate, follow-up application for more detailed review.
o Note – This condition would address concerns related to large gatherings
and replace Conditions No. 3, 11, and 12 of the original Use Permit, U1484.
While the original Use Permit confined fraternity activities to the residence
at 1304 Foothill3 because of a parking concern, the proposed Condition
No. 4 does not limit routine meetings or gatherings to a specific unit onsite.
Typically, a Conditional Use Permit review would consider the overall use
and its associated activities in relation to the entirety of the project site and
immediate vicinity. In the case of this fraternity, the members are housed
throughout all units on the property, and the allowable number of members
is regulated by the Use Permit as a standard condition in fraternity reviews.
Therefore, the scope of the Conditional Use Permit should encompass the
entirety of the site and include units addressed 190 Crandall Way, Units 1 -
5 (instead of only 1304 Foothill) to avoid future confusion. There would be
no practical or productive purpose in regulating where routine gatherings,
which are intended to be controlled and small-scale, can occur on a site that
3 In previous reviews of the original Use Permit, there were concerns regarding the nonconforming
number of parking spaces on the site. Despite all existing units being legally created, the property
contains a limited number of spaces and would not satisfy parking requirements if the fraternity
use was approved for the entire site at the time. Even though fraternity members live in all units
and the allowable number of members throughout the property is regulated by this Use Permit,
fraternity activities were confined to the residence at 1304 Foothill as a fraternity house (which
had a higher parking requirement) and the other units at 190 Crandall were acknowledged as
multifamily residences (which had a lower parking requirement) to meet the parking requirements.
For practical purposes, the fraternity utilizes the entire site as both a place of residence and
activities, and should be recognized as such in this re-review. Aside from an increase to the
number of bicycle spaces per Condition No. 9, there are no changes to the existing 12 parking
spaces.
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houses fraternity members throughout. Any concerns related to potential
impacts from these gatherings (i.e., noise, unruly behavior, and other public
disturbances) would be directly addressed through the recommended Use
Permit conditions and Municipal Code requirements.
In addition, proposed Condition No. 4 does not attempt to identify
acceptable types of special events (e.g., parent or alumni barbeques) or
establish additional limitations for attendees of special events (e.g.,
maximum of 38 people), as detailed in Condition No. 11 of the old Use
Permit. As proposed, this revised condition requires that any event involving
more than 21 people would require additional review to appropriately
evaluate and address potential impacts of each re quest.
Condition No. 10 includes an extended range of hours between 10:00 p.m. and
9:00 a.m. (instead of only between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. as required by the
Municipal Code) for regular compliance with a lower exterior noise limit.
o Note – This condition would directly address noise concerns and replace
Condition No. 5 of the original Use Permit, U1484. It should be noted that
people in private residences (e.g., residents of the fraternity) are legally
allowed to gather and meet with guests without gove rnment interference
into their private residences, relationships, and associations, provided that
the number and conduct of those residents and guests conform to
applicable regulations. Due to constitutional concerns with placing a
condition that limits the type of people in private residences (i.e., residents
vs. non-residents), Condition No. 10 was written to directly address noise
concerns by identifying an extended range of hours between 10:00 p.m. and
9:00 a.m. for regular compliance with a lower exterior noise limit.
Condition No. 11 requires that the fraternity establish and maintain ongoing
communication with its neighbors in the vicinity.
o Note – This condition would address concerns related to neighborhood
relations and replace Conditions No. 7 and 12 of the original Use Permit,
U1484.
Condition No. 12 states that amplified noise-generating activities are prohibited.
o Note – This condition would replace Condition No. 10 of the original Use
Permit, U1484.
Conditions No. 4, 11, and 12 clarify that any requested exceptions from the Noise
Ordinance will not be approved by the Director.
o Note – This condition would address concerns related to Condition No. 10
of the original Use Permit, U1484.
2.3 Other Changes to the Conditions
As part of the re-review, staff recommends revising the conditions to (a) reflect updated
language for consistency with more recent approvals and (b) identify the necessary
corrective actions based on current violations.
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Other Conditions with Proposed Updated Language
Requirements detailed in Condition No. 8 of the original Use Permit, U1484, related to
grounds for revocation have been further refined and incorporated with updated language
as Condition No. 13 in the re-review.
Conditions Proposed for Removal
Staff is not recommending that any conditions of the original approval be removed, except
as discussed above in this report.
3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The project is exempt from environmental review under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
of the CEQA Guidelines because it includes the continued operation and permitting of an
existing residential use (i.e., fraternity) with revised findings and conditions of approval.
The project does not include construction of a new building or additional building square
footage. Therefore, the project involves no expansion of the existing residential use.
4.0 ALTERNATIVES
1. Continue review of the Conditional Use Permit. An action to continue review of the
Conditional Use Permit should include a detailed list of additional information or
analysis required to make a decision regarding added, modified, and/or removed
conditions.
2. Revoke the Conditional Use Permit. An action to revoke the Conditional Use
Permit should include findings that cite the basis for revocation and reference
inconsistency with the General Plan, Zoning Regulations, and other policy
documents.
5.0 ATTACHMENTS
A. Draft PC Resolution (USE-0333-2025)
B. PC Resolution No. 5017-90 (Approval of the Original Use Permit, U1484)
C. PC Resolution No. 5055-91 (Review Following First Year)
D. PC Resolution No. 5111-92 (Review Following Second Year)
E. Notice to Correct Code Violation(s), dated January 8, 2025
F. Administrative Citation, dated April 2, 2025
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RESOLUTION NO. PC-XXXX-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING MODIFICATIONS TO AN EXISTING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE CONTINUATION OF THE
FRATERNITY AT 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL
WAY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
UNDER SECTION 15301 (EXISTING FACILITIES) OF THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES AS
REPRESENTED IN THE STAFF REPORT AND ATTACHMENTS DATED
MAY 28, 2025 (USE-0333-2025)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, on May 14, 1990,
for the review of a Use Permit to allow a fraternity at 1304 Foothill Boulevard (Resolution
No. 5017-90 1990 Series); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, on May 8, 1991, to
review a previously approved Use Permit allowing a fraternity at 1304 Foothill Boulevard,
pursuant to a proceeding instituted under U1484; Sigma Nu, applicant (Resolution No.
5055-91 (1991 Series); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, on October 14, 1992,
to re-review a previously approved and amended Use Permit allowing a fraternity at 1304
Foothill Boulevard, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under U1484; Sigma Nu, applicant
(Resolution No. 5111-92 (1992 Series); and
WHEREAS, the City received complaints, and the Police Department issued
four citations relating to noise violations during the current Cal Poly academic year
(September 2024 to present, May 2025) and Code Enforcement issued a Notice of
Violation and Administrative Citation in January and April 2025, respectively, relating to
the multiple, verified violations of the existing Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, on May 28, 2025,
for the re-review of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the continuation of the fraternity at
1304 Foothill Boulevard and 190 Crandall Way, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under
USE-0333-2025; Sigma Nu, applicant; and
WHEREAS, at said hearing, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis
Obispo considered all evidence, including documented noise violations, testimony of the
applicant and general public and evaluation, and recommendations by staff ; and
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WHEREAS, notices of said public hearings were made at the time and in the
manner required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The Planning Commission hereby approves the Conditional
Use Permit to allow the continuation of the fraternity (USE -0333-2025), based on the
following revised findings:
1. The project is consistent with the General Plan because the proposed fraternity is
an allowable use as dense group housing in the High Density Residential (HDR)
land use designation. In addition, the project would facilitate Land Use Element
Policy 2.6.5 and Housing Element Policy 8.6 by locating a fraternity in proximity to
the Cal Poly SLO campus and other student-oriented uses and housing.
2. The proposed fraternity is conditionally allowed within the High-Density Residential
(R-4) zone. As conditioned, the project complies with applicable provisions of the
Zoning Regulations because (a) the maximum number of 19 residents complies
with the group housing maximum occupancy limits, and (b) the parking
configuration would provide 12 required spaces, consistent with the
nonconforming parking space capacity of the project site per Section 17.72.060
(Nonconforming Parking).
3. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the project will be
compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity because the
proposed fraternity would (a) be established in proximity to other dense group
housing (i.e., other fraternities, sororities, multi-family, etc.), (b) located within
walking distance (i.e., within 0.3-mile) of the Cal Poly campus, and (c) utilize an
existing developed property.
4. The site is physically suitable in terms of (a) its design, location, shape, size, and
operating characteristics of the project; (b) traffic generation and the provision of
public and emergency vehicle (e.g., fire and medical) access; (c) public protection
services (e.g., fire protection, police protection, etc.); and (d) the provision of
utilities (e.g., potable water, schools, solid waste collection and disposal, storm
drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.). The project is
surrounded by other developed properties with compatible dense housing uses,
has access to the City’s circulation system, and would be served by City utilities.
The project utilizes an existing developed property and does not include activities
that would generate service or utility demands beyond those anticipated with uses
permitted in the vicinity.
5. As conditioned, the project will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and welfare
of persons living or working at the site or in the vicinity because conditions have
been included that place limits on the number of persons allowed on site, restrict
activities, provide adequate parking, and limit potential disturbances to neighboring
properties. The project will be compatible with the existing site constraints and the
character of the neighborhood.
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6. As conditioned, the establishment and subsequent operation or conduct of the
project will not, because of the circumstances and conditions applied in the
particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of the general public
or persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the use, or be detrimental
or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity of the use because the
project includes conditions that (a) place limits on the number of persons allowed
on site, (b) restrict activities, (c) provide adequate parking, and (d) limit potential
disturbances to neighboring properties. The project would be compatible with the
existing site constraints and the character of the neighborhood.
SECTION 2. Environmental Review. The project is exempt from environmental
review under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines because it
includes the continued operation and permitting of an existing residential use. (i.e.,
fraternity) with revised conditions of approval. The project does not include construction
of a new building or additional building square footage. Therefore, the project involves no
expansion of the former residential use.
SECTION 3. Action. The Planning Commission hereby approves the Conditional
Use Permit to allow the continuation of the fraternity (USE -0333-2025), based on the
following revised conditions:
Planning Division – Community Development Department
1. The Conditional Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Community Development
Director for compliance with the conditions of approval, or to determine whether a
modification of the Conditional Use Permit is necessary upon significant change
to the project as represented in the Staff Report dated May 28, 2025, or in the
event of a change in ownership which may result in deviation from the project
description or approved plans.
2. The Conditional Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission as
soon as practical if conduct on the permitted premises results in three (3) citations
within any 12-month period for a violation of law or permit condition that (a) are
not contested or are upheld on appeal, and (b) the conduct for which the citations
were issued resulted in adverse impacts to, or complaints from, residents or
occupants of the surrounding neighborhood. At the time of the Conditional Use
Permit review, to ensure ongoing compatibility with nearby uses, the conditions of
approval may be added, modified, and/or removed, or the Conditional Use Permit
may be revoked. The City shall notify Cal Poly if the Use Permit is revoked. A re -
review by the Planning Commission shall be accompanied by the appropriate fee.
3. The fraternity shall be limited to a maximum of 19 residents for the property. The
property owner shall allow the City to verify the maximum occupancy by allowing
an inspection of records or visual inspection of the premises. Any inspection shall
be scheduled at a reasonable time with at least 24-hour notice to the residents.
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4. Routine meetings and gatherings for the fraternity shall be limited to a maximum
of 21 people (rounded down from 21.45 = 14.3 people x 1.5), except as otherwise
approved by the Community Development Director for special events. If the
fraternity hosts special events involving more than 21 people, a transportation
management plan to reduce impacts to the surrounding neighborhood shall be
submitted to the Community Development Department, at least 30 days prior to
the event taking place, for review and approval. No exception from the Noise
Ordinance shall be approved by the Director as Part of the special event. The
presence of more than 21 people at the property without a valid special eve nt
approval shall be considered a violation of this Conditional Use Permit.
5. The fraternity shall remain affiliated and in good standing with the Interfraternity
Council of Student Life and Leadership at California Polytechnic University, San
Luis Obispo. If the fraternity becomes unaffiliated or is no longer in good standing,
the Conditional Use Permit shall be automatically revoked.
6. The fraternity shall provide the name and contact information (i.e., phone number
and email address) of all responsible parties to the Community Development
Department and Neighborhood Services Manager of the Police Department on an
annual basis. If there is a change to the name and/or contact information of any
responsible parties, the Community Development Department and Neighborhood
Services Manager shall be notified immediately.
7. The property shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner and in compliance
with the Municipal Code. All landscaping shall be replaced as necessary and
maintained (e.g., trimmed, pruned, etc.) to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director.
8. A minimum of 12 parking spaces shall be provided and maintained at all times.
These spaces shall remain available to residents of the fraternity and not
designated for any individuals not residing on the property.
9. Within 60 days of the re-review hearing with the Planning Commission on May 28,
2025, the fraternity shall install a minimum of 19 bicycle spaces (based on one
bed for each resident) and contact the City for a follow-up inspection to verify that
all required bicycle spaces have been installed.
10. The fraternity use shall comply with Table 1 (Exterior Noise Limits) of Section
9.12.060 (Exterior Noise Limits) of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code between
the extended hours of 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m.
11. Prior to a special event approved by the Community Development Director
pursuant to Condition No. 4, the fraternity shall provide written notification of the
event to all occupants residing within 300 feet of the site. The written notification
shall include the date, hours, and contact information for the responsible party for
the special event. No exception from the Noise Ordinance shall be approved by
the Director as part of the special event.
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12. Live entertainment, bands, and/or amplified sounds are prohibited, unless
otherwise approved through a special event by the Community Development
Department. No exception from the Noise Ordinance shall be approved by the
Director as part of the special event.
13. Failure to comply with any of the above conditions or code requirements, or the
conduct of the use so as to constitute a violation of Federal, State, or local law, or
so as to constitute a public nuisance or so as to cause adverse impacts on the
health, safety, or welfare of persons in the vicin ity of this use is prohibited and
considered a violation of this Conditional Use Permit and may constitute grounds
for the revocation of this permit.
Effect of Resolution
This Resolution repeals and replaces Resolution No. 5017-90 1990 Series), Resolution
No. 5055-91 (1991 Series), and Resolution No. 5111-92 (1992 Series). The Conditional
Use Permit to allow the continuation of a fraternity at 1304 Foothill Blvd. and 190 Crandall
Way is subject to the revised conditions stated in this Resolution.
Indemnification
1. The applicant 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 against an
Indemnified Claim.
On motion by Commissioner ______, seconded by Commissioner ______, and on
the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 28th day of May 2025.
___________________
Tyler Corey, Secretary
Planning Commission
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From:kathie walker <
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:03 AM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Please put the fraternity land use problem in SLO on your Agenda
Attachments:Cal Poly Fraternity Addresses _Updated Spring 2025.docx
Dear Chair Houghton, Vice Chair Tolle, and Planning Commissioners,
There is an enormous land use problem that has ruined the quality of life in neighborhoods near Cal Poly, and it
is spreading to other neighborhoods in the northern part of the City. So far, the City has not dealt with the issue
even though they know it is happening. At a City Council meeting last week (5/20/2025), my husband and I
spoke during public comment and asked that the Council agendaize this issue so that we can talk about it
publicly and start to look towards a solution. The City Manager said that they are not planning to address it until
after June 2026, more than a year from now. Then, the City will discuss code enforcement overall, with one part
being fraternity parties and neighborhood wellness.
A clip of the City Manager's statement is here: https://www.youtube.com/clip/UgkxG4hF5-
3poxKbpRVk8axyumjeAUMAjnmY
During that same meeting, Councilmember Jan Marx asked for a study session to close the golf course and
build affordable housing on the land. This brand-new and unexpected idea was supported by the City Manager,
and a study session for repurposing the golf course was placed on the City Council's agenda for 10/21/2025.
There are also two study sessions on the Council's agenda related to "neighborhood livability" before the end of
the year: One to discuss Renter Protections in October 2025 and another for a Rental Housing Registry on
12/2/2025. Nothing is on the Agenda Forecast related to illegal fraternity operations, even though that issue was
specifically mentioned when "neighborhood livability" was adopted as a major city goal in FY 25-27. I have been
trying to get the problem addressed since 2022, and it has become worse each year.
We cannot continue to live without sleep or peace nearly every weekend that Cal Poly is in session. I cannot
imagine going through this hell for another academic year, August 2025 - June 2026. The situation has already
created a mass exodus of residents from our neighborhoods. When the long-term residents move out,
their properties are often leased to fraternities. The fraternity members rent a house, plant a flag, hold fraternity-
related events, and the property becomes a full-fledged fraternity house. There are multiple illegal fraternity
houses on every block of our neighborhood! The main chapter houses for most fraternities are in our
neighborhood. I have attached a list of the addresses.
The Tribune Editorial Board published an Editorial about the matter on 1/21/2025, but neither the City nor Cal
Poly has taken action to solve the problem. A link to the article is here: https://archive.is/6Ipcg
Therefore, I (and many of my neighbors) ask that you, the Planning Commission, place the matter on your
agenda to address the illegal land use of fraternity operations, the problems created by that illegal land use, and
the possible solutions to bring land use into compliance. Perhaps you can request a study session or an open
forum where the issue can be addressed by the City, Cal Poly, and the public. Otherwise, if that's too much to
ask, you could request that Community Development present the situation, including the properties identified
by Community Development as illegal fraternity operations, the Notices sent out to the property owners, the
current status of those cases, and the plan to deal with these land use violations in the long term.
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Here are the issues that we are most concerned about:
Illegal fraternity operations in the R1 and R2 neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo. There are over 50
documented illegal fraternity houses that host fraternity events, when it is illegal to do so. The number
increases every fall when Cal Poly's academic year begins.
Code Enforcement is not available to respond to code cases, even when they are reported beforehand,
because Code Enforcement staff do not work weekends. Most events happen on weekends. It also takes
several days for the City to process code cases reported through the AskSLO app.
Code Enforcement is not communicating with SLOPD, so law enforcement does not know the location of
the illegal fraternity properties in the neighborhoods. Dispatch is often sending SNAP student officers,
and they can't issue citations.
Cal Poly is not taking responsibility for its fraternity operations.
Code Enforcement is using the wrong legal standard to cite events - using 'beyond a reasonable doubt'
instead of 'preponderance of the evidence' - which has resulted in most code cases being dismissed as
"unable to verify". The legal standard for these code cases is the lower standard of a 'preponderance of
the evidence,' which means it is more likely than not. The lack of training and knowledge of Code
Enforcement has resulted in a continued lack of accountability for Greek life at Cal Poly and the
continued demise of our neighborhood.
I recently resubmitted a case to Code Enforcement for the main chapter house for Kappa Sigma at 281 Hathway
(R1), but the code enforcement officer would not open a case. I reported to Code Enforcement on Friday, May 9,
for an event on Saturday, May 10, and my request was closed on May 13 as "unable to verify" even though the
fraternity held an event on May 10. The fraternity subsequently posted photos of the event at 281 Hathway on
Instagram on May 13, and I sent those to Code Enforcement, asked the case be reopened, but he declined.
The Community Development Director acknowledged that the Code Enforcement officer does not understand
the standard of proof he is supposed to use to open a code enforcement case. This Code Enforcement officer
has been working on the fraternity issue since 2023! I don't understand how the officer was not properly trained,
and has been dismissing legitimate cases throughout that time. Code Enforcement also lost about 20 Notices
sent to property owners for illegal fraternity operations. I only discovered this when I requested public records
for the Notices, and the Clerk responded that many of the letters were lost by the Community Development
Department. They provided a spreadsheet of the addresses where Notices were sent, which allowed me to
cross-reference the Notices they provided to determine those that were missing.
Regarding my request to open the case for the illegal fraternity at 281 Hathway, screenshots of the emails from
the Code Enforcement Officer and Director Tway are below:
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Illegal fraternity operations in our neighborhood have caused a mass exodus of long-term residents. People
have moved away because of the noise. For many years, residents thought the problem was caused by college
students having parties, until we realized in 2022 that the parties weren't standard college parties - they were
fraternity parties, which are much larger and more disruptive. They often include DJs with blaring music. In Fall
and Spring, when it's warmer, the fraternities rent large, inflatable wa ter slides for these events with hundreds of
people in backyards in the neighborhood.
In June 2022, New Times published an article, "Nuisance on the Block," about a family dealing with a noisy
neighbor next door to them on Hope Street. It was an illegal fraternity. That family later sold their home and
moved to a nearby city. An investor bought their property and rented it to a fraternity that held fraternity-related
events there! Many families have left the neighborhood in the past few years because of the increase in noise
caused by illegal fraternity operations.
There was an exponential increase in noise in the Fall of 2021, and the problem was discussed among members
of our neighborhood association via a group email. People said fraternities had moved in nearby, and they were
not able to sleep, could not open their windows, and had to run fans to try to drown out the noise. Officers
routinely cleared noise complaints called into SLOPD for parties as negative violations. I began taking videos in
Fall 2021 and sending them to leadership at SLOPD. They recognized the problem, said the videos clearly
showed a noise violation, and said they would educate the officers.
The problem did not get better. In 2022, more fraternities moved into our neighborhood. I spoke about the issue
with Code Enforcement and the City Manager, Derek Johnson. That's when I learned that it is illegal for
fraternities to hold fraternity-related events in R-1 and R-2 neighborhoods, and they must have a Conditional
Use Permit to operate in R-3 and R-4 neighborhoods. I started gathering documentation of the illegal fraternity
operations and gave a huge amount of documentation to the new Community Development Director and Code
Enforcement Supervisor during a meeting in November 2023.
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St. Fratty's Day is a good analogy of what has happened in our neighborhood. The event was a few hundred
people in 2021, but grew to 2,000 people in 2022; then grew to 3,000-4,000 people in 2023; then grew to 7,000
people in 2024. The City's approach to handling the illegal takeover of our neighborhood was to contain it rather
than to prevent it from happening. City leaders claimed they didn't have the money or resources to shut down
the street party.
In 2024, a complaint was sent to the Grand Jury, and the problem was investigated. This spurred the City to take
more aggressive action, which prevented the block party in 2025. (The investigation is over. The report should be
released soon.) The point is that it should not take an investigation by the Grand Jury to get a problem solved!
And the "fraternity problem" will continue to get worse, as it has since 2021, unless and until it is brought into
the public light and solutions are discussed. It is not going to solve itself.
Please place the matter on a future agenda so that we can have a public discussion about it. Some of you have
asked questions about the issue during previous Planning Commission hearings, and Tyler Corey has
responded that it cannot be discussed because it is not on the agenda. The solution is for you to ask that it be
agendaized. We need to be able to talk about it publicly and formulate plans to solve it.
Thank you,
Kathie Walker
1
Total Number of Fraternities at Cal Poly: 19 – Cal Poly continues to recruit new fraternity chapters to its campus without any provisions
for the location of the fraternity houses. The main chapter houses for the most recently
recruited fraternity chapters are illegally located in rental houses in R-1/R-2 neighborhoods.
Fraternities with Valid Conditional Use Permits: 6*
Fraternity Address Year Established at Cal Poly
1. Alpha Epsilon Pi 280 California Blvd 1969
2. Delta Chi 1236 Monte Vista 1989 (On probation 10/25/2024)
3. Delta Upsilon 720 E. Foothill Blvd 1989
4. Lambda Chi Alpha 1264 E. Foothill Blvd 1978
5. Phi Kappa Psi 1335 E. Foothill Blvd 1966
6. Sigma Nu 1304 E. Foothill Blvd 1985
*Sigma Nu has two CUPs, so there is a total of 7 CUPs for fraternity operations in SLO.
Fraternity Operations Identified in the City of SLO: 85
Fraternity Properties Operating Legally with Use Permit: 7
Illegal Operations at Houses in R1 / R-2 neighborhoods: 67
Illegal Operations at Houses in other zones: 11
Fraternities with Main Chapter House in R-1/R-2 neighborhoods:
Fraternity Address Year Established at Cal Poly (Cal Poly continues to recruit new chapters1)
7. Alpha Sigma Phi 1218/1220 Bond Street 2018
8. Delta Sigma Phi 1684/1688 Mill Street re-established 2023
9. Kappa Sigma 281 Hathway Avenue 2014
10. Phi Delta Theta 260 Chaplin Lane 2022
11. Phi Gamma Delta 1229 Fredericks Street 2021
12. Phi Sigma Kappa 348/350 Hathway Avenue 1991
13. Sigma Phi Epsilon 2090 Hays Street 1990
1 After Carson Starkey died of alcohol intoxication at a satellite fraternity house, Cal Poly President, Jeff Armstrong delayed recruitment/rush of freshman men until winter
quarter. In May 2013, Dr. Armstrong entered into an agreement with the Interfraternity Council called the Deferred Recruitment Compromise which allowed fraternities to
resume recruiting freshman in the fall 2014. The agreement states that Cal Poly will actively recruit new fraternity chapters to its campus. It also requires fraternities to register
their parties with Greek Life administration beforehand, listing the specific addresses of each event, which are approved by Cal Poly administration.
2
14. Sigma Pi 1525 Slack Street re-established 2008
15. Theta Chi 1820 Hope Street re-established 2000
Other locations of non-permitted Main Chapter Houses:
16. Pi Kappa Phi operates at 66 Rafael Way (R1) 2018
It also has a main house in the County at former restaurant “This Old House” at 740 W. Foothill Blvd
17. Beta Theta Pi operates main house without a CUP at 1327 E. Foothill Blvd 1986
18. Zeta Beta Tau operates main house without a CUP at 654/658 Graves Ave 2009
19. Alpha Gamma Rho is suspended and will likely re-apply for a CUP in 2025 1975-2023
3
CAL POLY SLO FRATERNITY HOUSES2
# Fraternity Address Status of Operation Documentation3 Response from the City
1 Alpha Epsilon Pi 280 California Blvd (R4) CUP U1099 (MAIN) AB 524 list + Re-review of CUP 11/13/2024 by PC
2 331 Hathway Ave (R2) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat
3 Alpha Sigma Phi 1218 & 1220 Bond Street (R1) MAIN CHAPTER AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
4 299 Albert Drive (R1) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
5 Beta Theta Pi 1327 E. Foothill Blvd (R4) MAIN CHAPTER AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
6 1220 Fredericks St (R2) AB 524 list +
7 556 Hathway (R2) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
68 Chorro (R1) AB 524 list +
8 Delta Chi 1236 Monte Vista Place (R4) CUP U106-98 (MAIN) AB 524 list +
1270 Fredericks (R2) (formerly Theta Chi ’22-‘23) Rush events ‘23 - ‘24
9 Delta Sigma Phi 1684 & 1688 Mill St (R2) MAIN CHAPTER Rush Fall ‘24
10 589 Cuesta Dr (R1) Rush Fall ‘24
11 Delta Upsilon 720 E. Foothill Blvd (R4) CUP U36-09 (MAIN) AB 524 list +
12 1700 Fredericks (R1) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat
13 281 Albert (R1) AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
14 388 Chaplin (R1) AB 524 list +
15 1861 Slack (R1) AB 524 list +
16 1868 Loomis (R1) Rush Fall ‘24
2Main chapter houses for each fraternity are in bold. Houses located in residential zones R-1 and R-2 neighborhoods are highlighted. Properties in other zones are in blue.
3 “AB 524” means the address was listed on Cal Poly Greek Life website, AB 524 Sorority & Fraternity Transparency Act Report, where a ‘sanctioned event’ was held; “+” symbol
means that the fraternity advertised the address on social media for rush events and there are photos/documentation of fraternity with their Greek letters at the address.
4
17 Kappa Sigma 281 Hathway (R1) MAIN CHAPTER AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
18 322 Hathway (R2) AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
19 108 Crandall Way (R4) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
20 526 Kentucky (R2) AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat
21 1990 McCollum (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
22 311 E. Foothill Blvd (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
23 293 Albert (R1) Social media post+
24 1861 Hope (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
25 146 Stenner (R4) Social media posts
26 1142 Montalban (T-C) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
27 618 Felton (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
28 Lambda Chi Alpha 1264 Foothill Blvd (R4) CUP 0331-2023 (MAIN) AB 524 list +
1241 Monte Vista (R4) (included in CUP) AB 524 list
1243 Monte Vista (R4) (included in CUP) AB 524 list
1245 Monte Vista (R4) (included in CUP)
1251 Monte Vista (R4) (included in CUP)
29 171 Orange (R1) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
30 12 Hathway (R1) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
31 253 Albert Drive (R1) New 2023- Rush+
32 278 Albert Drive (R1) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
33 285 Chaplin (R1) Social media post
34 178 Chaplin (R1) AB 524 list
35 220 Kentucky Street
36 Phi Delta Theta 260 Chaplin Ln (R1) MAIN CHAPTER New 2023 – Rush+
37 470 Grand Ave (R1) Social media post +
38 251 Highland Dr (R1) Rush Event +
39 568 Ellen Way (R2) Rush Event +
40 Phi Gamma Delta 1229 Fredericks St. (R2) MAIN CHAPTER New 2023, Rush+Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
1254 Bond (R1) AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat
1256 Bond (R1) AB 524 list +
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41 Phi Kappa Psi 1335 E. Foothill (R4) CUP 47-10 (MAIN) AB 524 list+
42 237 Albert Drive (R1) AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat
43 2061 Hope St (R-1) New 2023, Rush+
44 1271 Stafford (R2) New in 2023 +
45 1273 Stafford (R2) New in 2023 +
46 1275 Stafford (R2) New in 2023 +
47 346 Grand (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
48 1740 Fredericks (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
49 1276 Bond (R1) Rush Fall ‘24
50 Phi Sigma Kappa 348 & 350 Hathway (R2) MAIN CHAPTER AB 524 list +
51 1908 Loomis (R1) AB 524 list +
52 Pi Kappa Phi 740 W. Foothill Blvd (R4) COUNTY LOCATION AB 524 list +
53 66 Rafael Way (R1) MAIN CHAPTER IN CITY 2023 Rush Event +
54 447 N. Chorro (R1) 2023 Rush Event +
55 Sigma Nu 1304 Foothill Blvd (R4) CUP U1484 (MAIN) AB 524 list
56 1292 Foothill (R4) CUP U-109 Social media post +
301 Hathway (R2) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat
57 1621 McCollum (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
58 290 Chaplin (R1) Social media post +
59 1841 Slack (R1) (Zeta Beta Tau until 2024) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
60 1632 Fredericks (R1) Rush Fall ‘24
61 1541 Slack (R1)
62 385 Chaplin (R1) previously Phi Gamma Delta AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat
63 Sigma Phi Epsilon 2090 Hays (R-1) (Pi Kappa Phi until 2023) New 2023 Rush+ Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
1725 Santa Barbara AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
64 Sigma Pi 1525 Slack (R1) MAIN CHAPTER AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat
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65 124 Stenner (R4) AB 524 list + Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
66 1555 Slack (R1)
67 Theta Chi 1820 Hope (R1) MAIN CHAPTER AB 524 list Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
68 496 Kentucky (R2) New 2023 Rush+Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
69 1350 Stafford (R2)4 New 2023 Rush+Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
70 1238 E. Foothill (R4) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
71 1441 Slack (R1) AB 524 list Notice of Violation – illegal fraternity
72 410 Grand Ave (R1) New in 2023 +
191 Kentucky (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
2149 Santa Ynez (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
73 1661 McCollum (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
74 248 & 250 Grand (R2) (Sigma Nu until 2024) Rush events+2024 Notice of Violation – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
75 1844 McCollum
76 Zeta Beta Tau 654 Graves (R4) MAIN CHAPTER AB 524 list +
77 658 Graves (R4) AB 524 list + Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
78 1928 Garfield (R4) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
79 244 Albert Drive (R1) AB 524 list +
80 2044 Loomis (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat (Still operating 10/24)
81 286 California (R4) Social media post
82 212 Albert Dr (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
83 2044 McCollum (R1) AB 524 list Advisory Letter – illegal frat
84 1646 Fredericks St (R1) Rush Fall ‘24
85 Alpha Gamma Rho 132 California Blvd (R4) USE PERMIT (U 144-97) - CUP Revoked*
*Not in good standing with Cal Poly, Suspended until Fall 2025
1130 Olive (CC) AB 524 Advisory Letter – illegal frat
4 Located next to 496 Kentucky, 1350 Stafford is the 2-story building with Greek letters (for Theta Chi) mounted on top level of building as shown in photos in the Cal Poly
Fraternity Neighborhood Impact Report given to Community Development on 11/8/2023.
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Fraternity Recruitment/Rush Events during Fall 2024 were documented at the following addresses. Not all events are listed because Cal Poly & fraternities
did not publish the addresses starting this academic year:
Friday 10/4/2024:
1684-1688 Mill Street (Delta Sigma Phi) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
281 Albert Drive (Delta Upsilon) MAIN SATELLITE HOUSE – Permitted house at 720 E. Foothill
248-250 Grand Ave (Theta Chi) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE WITH 1844 MCCOLLUM (Shared Yards)
281 Hathway Ave (Kappa Sigma) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
348-350 Hathway Ave (Phi Sigma Kappa) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
1525 Slack St (Sigma Pi) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
2090 Hays (Sigma Epsilon) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
1218-1220 Bond St (Alpha Sigma Phi) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
1229 Fredericks (Phi Gamma Delta aka FIJI) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
654 & 658 Graves (Zeta Beta Tau) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
Saturday 10/5/2024:
654 & 658 Graves (Zeta Beta Tau) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
299 Albert (Alpha Sigma Phi)
12 Hathway (Lambda Chi Alpha)
1841 Slack St (Sigma Nu)
66 Rafael (Pi Kappa Phi) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE IN THE CITY
1820 Hope (Theta Chi) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE last year
322 Hathway (Kappa Sigma)
1908 Loomis (Phi Sigma Kappa)
1276 Bond St (Phi Kappa Psi)
589 Cuesta Drive (Delta Sigma Phi)
1555 Slack St (Sigma Pi)
Sunday 10/6/2024
237 Albert Dr (Phi Kappa Psi)
124 Stenner (Sigma Pi)
171 Orange (Lambda Chi Alpha)
1646 Fredericks St (Zeta Beta Tau)
1868 Loomis (Delta Upsilon)
260 Chaplin (Phi Delta Theta) MAIN CHAPTER HOUSE
1632 Fredericks (Sigma Nu)
255 Chaplin (Alpha Sigma Phi)
1868 Loomis (Delta Upsilon)
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 10:43 AM
To:Bob Jorgensen
Subject:RE: 05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence Item 4a & 4b
Hi Bob,
Thank you for reaching out! I recommend you try clearing the cookies from the current browser you’re using. If this
doesn’t work, try using a different browser to open the link with the submissions from today. Usually, one of these
actions works in order for you to view them. If they do not, you can download and print each one and this will allow you
to view them. Should you continue to have issues, please let me know.
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Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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To: Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org>
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Hi Andrea,
No idea why, but I can't seem to open any of these files you sent this morning (I did open and print the Walker
letters from a few days ago). Any ideas?
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Linked is the agenda correspondence for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
RQN of SLO
Jeff
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ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
RQN of SLO
Jeff
Anonymous
Ayral
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Subject:Re: 05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence Item 4a & 4b
Hi Andrea,
No idea why, but I can't seem to open any of these files you sent this morning (I did open and print the Walker
letters from a few days ago). Any ideas?
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Hello,
Linked is the agenda correspondence for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
RQN of SLO
Jeff
Anonymous
Ayral
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
RQN of SLO
Jeff
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 10:35 AM
To:Jakob Zuckermandel
Subject:RE: Delta Chi CUP re-review
Hi Jakob, 3:30ish works for me. I’ll block off my calendar to be sure I’m available. Let me know if you want to change
times.
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 10:33 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Delta Chi CUP re-review
Mallory,
Thanks for the response. I can give you a call today sometime around 3:30-3:45 pm if that works for you. By then
I will have confirmed which changes we would like to make.
Thanks again,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
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My long weekend went well. I hope yours did too!
The meeting will follow the agenda published here: https://pub-
slocity.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c813e2ee-7008-45e7-96e0-
4a1dc56152c0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English. Public Hearings, including the Delta Chi use permit re-review, are
the 4th item on the agenda. Those items will begin with a presentation from staff (me) and related questions from
Commissioners. You will have 10 minutes to speak after my presentation and questions. Commissioners may likely
have questions for you/your organization following your presentation.
Here is a link to the Planning Commission meeting held on 11/13/2024 for the re-review of Alpha Epsilon Pi’s use
permit: https://www.youtube.com/live/p99b4pGR4Ss?si=nFyC4oRso2H_G0zY . I highly recommend you watch the
recording to understand the format of the meeting. You can view the presentation from staff, the applicant
presentation, and the Commissioner’s questions that followed up both. It also includes the community comments that
followed the staff and applicant presentations. This meeting will provide a good indication of what to expect on
Wednesday.
As for proposing any changes, I recommend you start with a conversation with me. I can clarify the staff
recommendations, and we can discuss your questions. After that, it’s up to you if you want to submit anything ahead
of the meeting or come prepared with questions, concerns, or requests during your speaking time.
I am available for a call or in person chat at my office most of the day!
Best,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 10:35 PM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Delta Chi CUP re-review
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Hi Mallory!
I hope your MDW went well. I am reaching out with a few questions prior to the city hall meeting on Wednesday.
As we are going through it we are hoping to have the opportunity to propose changes to the re-reviewed CUP as
well as have a chance to speak. What is the best way to submit the proposed changes prior to the meeting?
What does the format of the meeting look like?
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 10:17 AM
To:Jakob Zuckermandel
Subject:RE: Delta Chi CUP re-review
Hi Jakob,
My long weekend went well. I hope yours did too!
The meeting will follow the agenda published here: https://pub-
slocity.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c813e2ee-7008-45e7-96e0-
4a1dc56152c0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English. Public Hearings, including the Delta Chi use permit re-review, are the
4th item on the agenda. Those items will begin with a presentation from staff (me) and related questions from
Commissioners. You will have 10 minutes to speak after my presentation and questions. Commissioners may likely
have questions for you/your organization following your presentation.
Here is a link to the Planning Commission meeting held on 11/13/2024 for the re-review of Alpha Epsilon Pi’s use
permit: https://www.youtube.com/live/p99b4pGR4Ss?si=nFyC4oRso2H_G0zY . I highly recommend you watch the
recording to understand the format of the meeting. You can view the presentation from staff, the applicant
presentation, and the Commissioner’s questions that followed up both. It also includes the community comments that
followed the staff and applicant presentations. This meeting will provide a good indication of what to expect on
Wednesday.
As for proposing any changes, I recommend you start with a conversation with me. I can clarify the staff
recommendations, and we can discuss your questions. After that, it’s up to you if you want to submit anything ahead
of the meeting or come prepared with questions, concerns, or requests during your speaking time.
I am available for a call or in person chat at my office most of the day!
Best,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 10:35 PM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Delta Chi CUP re-review
Hi Mallory!
I hope your MDW went well. I am reaching out with a few questions prior to the city hall meeting on Wednesday.
As we are going through it we are hoping to have the opportunity to propose changes to the re-reviewed CUP as
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well as have a chance to speak. What is the best way to submit the proposed changes prior to the meeting?
What does the format of the meeting look like?
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
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From:kathie walker <
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 9:33 AM
To:Dietrick, Christine; McDonald, Whitney; Tway, Timothea (Timmi); Mezzapesa, John
Subject:Huge "Theta Ch-Island" Dayge at 1844 McCollum & 250 Grand (R1) on 5/25/2025
You may feel rested after the Memorial Day holiday weekend, but our family (and neighborhood!) had to endure
loud, unruly parties and noise all weekend, starting Friday afternoon, so I am tired, stressed, and aggravated
after four days of mayhem. The source of the disturbances was fraternity houses throughout our neighborhood.
During the City Council meeting last week, I spoke about the huge "dayges" (daytime ragers) with hundreds of
people in the backyards of single-family homes that were planned by fraternities for this weekend and next
weekend. Theta Chi hosts an annual "Theta Ch-Island" with hundreds of people in their backyard. It happened
on Saturday, 5/25/2025, at two of the fraternity's illegal houses that share a backyard at 250 Grand and 1844
McCollum. The shared boundary between the properties, which are both occupied by Theta Chi, is not fenced.
This was shown in a report I sent to you on Friday, 5/16/2025, regarding a previous weekend when 18 separate
calls to SLOPD were at fraternities. Both 250 Grand and 1844 McCollum also had noisy parties that weekend
and were included in my report. An image from that report is below:
Both of these addresses - 250 Grand and 1844 McCollum - were noted at the bottom of the handout I gave to the
City Council meeting on 5/20/2025. The list included potential addresses for the Theta Chi event and Zeta Beta
Tau's "ZBTahiti" dayge this weekend, which was held at 1646 Fredericks Street on 5/24/2025. The address on
Fredericks was also listed in the handful of addresses at the bottom of the handout I gave to the City Council.
Neither Theta Chi nor Zeta Beta Tau has legal locations for their fraternities, but they continue to operate within
the City. I've provided the addresses numerous times.
Will you please cite this property for the illegal fraternity event today, 5/25/2025? Code Enforcement has recent
records of 250 Grand operating as an illegal fraternity house, and a Notice of Violation was sent to the property
owner. I'm unsure if 1844 McCollum has been identified because Theta Chi just started operating there this
year. I have sent documentation about the ongoing fraternity parties at 1844 McCollum, posted on Theta Chi's
Instagram page.
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On Sunday, there was a huge, inflatable slide at 1844 McCollum, and music was blaring. SLOPD can provide
body cam video that shows contact with the fraternity members and the hordes of people at the party, as they
leave. The only other way to document the event is through Cal Poly, because the event was required to be
registered with Greek Life at least 10 days ago. But since Cal Poly isn't sharing that information with you, the
next best option is using SLOPD video footage to document contact with the fraternity members and the illegal
fraternity event at 250 Grand and 1844 McCollum.
The fraternity members knew it was illegal to hold a fraternity event at these addresses, but did so anyway.
Parades of loud young adults walked past our house to go to the party (then again, after the party was over.) We
could hear the bass from our house. There were guys at the intersections in the neighborhood watching for
police. Having people on lookout was also noted on one of the noise complaints on 4/19/2025 in the report I
sent you on 5/16/2025. SLOPD dispatch noted "guards with Walkie Talkies" telling each other when law
enforcement (LE) arrive.
The loud fraternity events started in our neighborhood on Friday afternoon and lasted all weekend
through Monday evening. As I've previously told you, this situation has gotten worse since I first spoke about it
with Derek Johnson in 2022. The ongoing disturbances have robbed us of the quiet enjoyment of our property,
and it is affecting our physical and mental health. I am nauseous and dizzy today, which is likely due to the
stress and lack of sleep all weekend. Please do something to enforce the law and stop the illegal fraternity
houses from continuing to disrupt our residential neighborhoods.
-Kathie Walker
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 9:10 AM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence Item 4a & 4b
BCC: PC Members and Staff
Hello,
Linked is the agenda correspondence for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- RQN of SLO
- Jeff
- Anonymous
- Ayral
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- RQN of SLO
- Jeff
- Anonymous
- Ayral
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 9:05 AM
To:
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Fraternities: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
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From: <
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 8:10 AM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Fraternities: Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
To the Advisory board
I am writing to you as a concerned and negatively impacted resident in the Alta Vista neighborhood. I urge you
not to approve the renewal (and new approvals) of fraternities in my neighborhood. As a resident of San Luis
Obispo, I have become increasingly and regularly affected by high volume noise, and broken glass on the streets
from weekend (and mid-week) gatherings of party-goers that live the life of getting drunk, yelling at the top of
their lungs, and disrespecting neighbors and the neighborhood we live in, even when asked respectfully to
decrease noise levels, me and my family, including our Cal Poly student daughter, are feeling stressed by the
situation. While I don't have an ultimate solution to this epidemic, I know that approving the continuation of
law-breaking organizations will not be the answer moving forward. I echo other impacted, non-student
residents in my neighborhood when they cite examples of large crowds, loud music, and intoxicated individuals
carrying on with disrespectful behavior that no family would want to be subject to. Landlords who rent to these
organizations and tenants look the other way and let properties deteriorate while the congestion adds to
declining living standards. I have witnessed many of my good neighbors leaving this area over the years due to
this very unfortunate state. I have even met both Cal Poly and Cuesta students that don't want to live in my
neighborhood because of this disruptive climate. As other concerned neighbors have expressed, enforcement
is key to tamping down the problem, yet, with so many satelite houses throughout the neighborhood, a
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good percentage of Greek Organizations have events without permits (such as rushes, meetings, and
parties) with large and frequently unruly gatherings. Obvious signs of these gatherings, besides the very large
number of attendees, include drinking game tables in front yards, scattered bottles and plastic cups in
yards/streets and sidewalks; empty kegs and trash-littered front yards, safety fencing, large plastic sheets
draped across driveways ; couches and living room furniture in front yards for parties. Signage is also often quite
visible without permits. Overall, the only thing that seems to detour this behavior is calling the police for noise
violations and citing unruly gatherings. I believe this will only continue with the approval of Fraternities and
approval by ignoring the occupancy of their satellite houses. Please do something to address this quality of life
issue here in San Luis Obispo.
Our Alta Vista neighborhood and my family's quality of life depends on it.
Respectfully,
Anonymous Alta Vista Neighbor due to fear of further retribution
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 9:04 AM
To:Odile Ayral
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Items 4a and 4b
Hi Odile,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
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From: Odile Ayral <
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 8:53 AM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Items 4a and 4b
Dear Planning Commissioners,
I am away on vacation with family and don’t have the possibility to write a long letter, but I completely support
all the people who have endured decades of harassment from these two fraternities well known all over town for
their bad behavior. I support 100% the RQN letter and all its suggestions. As a professor emeritus from Cal Poly,
I am embarrassed and angry by Cal Poly’s lackadaisical behavior on this matter, simply because it does not
impact them directly. It is therefore up to the city to teach these young people a lesson about living within a
community. I hope you listen to the long suffering neighbors and follow RQN’s recommendations. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Odile Ayral
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 9:04 AM
To:RQN of SLO
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Subject: Items 4a and 4b
Hi Sandra,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
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From: RQN of SLO <rqn.board@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2025 6:50 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Subject: Items 4a and 4b
Dear Chairman and Planning Commission Members,
Residents for Quality Neighborhoods (RQN) strongly recommends that the Conditional Use Permits (CUP) for
Delta Chi and Sigma Nu be revoked.
The parties/events these fraternities host disrupt residents of not only the neighborhood in which they are
located, but also residents of adjacent neighborhoods. In addition to the loud music and “people noise” from the
property, there is also noise from loud conversations of groups of, sometimes inebriated, individuals walking to
and from their parties.
Both Delta Chi and Sigma Nu members have demonstrated over the years an unwillingness to abide by the city’s
codes, violating both noise and property codes. They routinely show a lack respect for their neighbors by hosting
large, loud parties/events. Citations have been ineffective to control the noise and conduct. Even the March 19,
2025, Notice of Violation of their Conditional Use Permit did not remediate Delta Chi’s behavior as evidenced by
the April 18, 2025, noise citation they received. Nor did the April 2, 2025, Notice of Violation of their Conditional
Use Permit remediate Sigma Nu’s behavior as evidenced by the May 11, 2025, noise citation they received.
For these reasons and based upon their years of noncompliance, we do not anticipate that modifications to their
Conditional Use Permits will result in any behavioral changes, thus our recommendation to revoke these permits.
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IF, however, you decide to retain and modify their Conditional Use Permits, we strongly recommend the following
changes:
1. Reduce the number of citations required for automatic review in a 12-month period from three (3) to two
(2). Fraternities do not receive Disturbance Advisement Cards (DAC’s) so the first citation is actually their official
warning. In addition, SLOPD officers often issue verbal warnings. One official warning should be sufficient since
most residents never receive a noise citation.
2. Include as a separate sentence: "A use permit shall be reviewed within “x” number of months (add time-
frame) if any reasonable written citizen or Police or Fire Department complaint is received by the city." A time-
frame is needed to ensure timely review of the complaint.
3. Add the following as a separate condition: 'In accordance with paragraph 9-12-010 B. of the Municipal
Code a noise violation is considered a public nuisance."
Thank you for your time and your attention to this issue.
Sincerely,
Sandra Rowley
Chairperson, RQN
Note: When SLOPD issues a noise citation, they query the identified host as to the number of people in
attendance. SLOPD does not verify that number.
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 9:04 AM
To:Odile Ayral
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Items 4a and 4b
Hi Odile,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
E AColunga@slocity.org
T 805.781.7105
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From: Odile Ayral <
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 8:53 AM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Items 4a and 4b
Dear Planning Commissioners,
I am away on vacation with family and don’t have the possibility to write a long letter, but I completely support
all the people who have endured decades of harassment from these two fraternities well known all over town for
their bad behavior. I support 100% the RQN letter and all its suggestions. As a professor emeritus from Cal Poly,
I am embarrassed and angry by Cal Poly’s lackadaisical behavior on this matter, simply because it does not
impact them directly. It is therefore up to the city to teach these young people a lesson about living within a
community. I hope you listen to the long suffering neighbors and follow RQN’s recommendations. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Odile Ayral
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From:Odile Ayral <
Sent:Tuesday, May 27, 2025 8:53 AM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Items 4a and 4b
Dear Planning Commissioners,
I am away on vacation with family and don’t have the possibility to write a long letter, but I completely support
all the people who have endured decades of harassment from these two fraternities well known all over town for
their bad behavior. I support 100% the RQN letter and all its suggestions. As a professor emeritus from Cal Poly,
I am embarrassed and angry by Cal Poly’s lackadaisical behavior on this matter, simply because it does not
impact them directly. It is therefore up to the city to teach these young people a lesson about living within a
community. I hope you listen to the long suffering neighbors and follow RQN’s recommendations. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Odile Ayral
278
From:Jeff
Sent:Monday, May 26, 2025 11:17 PM
To:Advisory Bodies
Cc:E-mail Council Website; Rqn of Slo; Karen Adler; Kathie Walker; Carolyn
Subject:Sigma Nu and Delta Chi
To the Advisory board
I am wriƟng, once again, to express my feelings about noise and deterioraƟon of my neighborhood. I live near Kentucky and
Hathway. Ground zero, Hell’s Kitchen. I have lived in San Luis for 46 years, 25 years at my current loca Ɵon. I believe in the rule of
law. There are laws on the books that are not followed and I hope in this country, that when not followed, the responsible pa rƟes
should be held to account. There is so much noise that comes from these two Frat houses, you would not be happy living with
your families, if you lived where I do. I promise you that and invite you to come to my home to hear it. I have called the police
dozens of Ɵmes over the last 2 years for noise violaƟons. ParƟcularly on Saturday aŌernoons where about 500 people regularly
gather to party. Live music is so loud, you cannot funcƟon normally because it really bothers you psychologically. It has be en
pointed out to you, very specifically of each of these numerous noise violaƟons. But if each kid chips in 5 bucks, the fine is paid,
the fun conƟnues and nothing happens. Not only do I beg you NOT to approve these requests, but also work with the city counc il
to make new laws and amend old laws to make the fraterniƟes and the property owners more responsible for this reckless and
thoughtless behavior! I am old,I am Ɵred, I pay taxes, but i am sƟll and human being and my rights as a ciƟzen sƟll need to be
honored and respected. My previous protest to the city council was, ‘Don’t turn Alta Vista into Isla Vista’! That didn’t happen!
My neighborhood deserves the same respect and treatment as other SLO neighborhoods. This would never be allowed in the
Country Club area or all other areas of SLO. My neighborhood is singled out because it is a student neighborhood and frankly i
don’t think there is enough Police power to adequately protect it. So why don’t you DO something to start the ball rolling with
the fraternity problems. Much more needs to be done, but this could be a beginning.My life depends on it! Please, ‘Do the right
thing’!
Respecƞully,
Jeff (last name withheld because i am worried about retribuƟon, since I have had my living room windows and car windows
broken due to previous problems with students. If you want or need my last name, please right me back securely and i will giv e it
to you) Sent from my iPad (SupercalifragilisƟcexpialidocious)!
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From:Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent:Monday, May 26, 2025 10:35 PM
To:Patino, Mallory
Subject:Delta Chi CUP re-review
Follow Up Flag:Flag for follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Hi Mallory!
I hope your MDW went well. I am reaching out with a few questions prior to the city hall meeting on Wednesday.
As we are going through it we are hoping to have the opportunity to propose changes to the re-reviewed CUP as
well as have a chance to speak. What is the best way to submit the proposed changes prior to the meeting?
What does the format of the meeting look like?
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
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From:RQN of SLO <rqn.board@yahoo.com>
Sent:Monday, May 26, 2025 6:50 PM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Subject: Items 4a and 4b
Dear Chairman and Planning Commission Members,
Residents for Quality Neighborhoods (RQN) strongly recommends that the Conditional Use Permits (CUP) for
Delta Chi and Sigma Nu be revoked.
The parties/events these fraternities host disrupt residents of not only the neighborhood in which they are
located, but also residents of adjacent neighborhoods. In addition to the loud music and “people noise” from the
property, there is also noise from loud conversations of groups of, sometimes inebriated, individuals walking to
and from their parties.
Both Delta Chi and Sigma Nu members have demonstrated over the years an unwillingness to abide by the city’s
codes, violating both noise and property codes. They routinely show a lack respect for their neighbors by hosting
large, loud parties/events. Citations have been ineffective to control the noise and conduct. Even the March 19,
2025, Notice of Violation of their Conditional Use Permit did not remediate Delta Chi’s behavior as evidenced by
the April 18, 2025, noise citation they received. Nor did the April 2, 2025, Notice of Violation of their Conditional
Use Permit remediate Sigma Nu’s behavior as evidenced by the May 11, 2025, noise citation they received.
For these reasons and based upon their years of noncompliance, we do not anticipate that modifications to their
Conditional Use Permits will result in any behavioral changes, thus our recommendation to revoke these permits.
IF, however, you decide to retain and modify their Conditional Use Permits, we strongly recommend the following
changes:
1. Reduce the number of citations required for automatic review in a 12-month period from three (3) to two
(2). Fraternities do not receive Disturbance Advisement Cards (DAC’s) so the first citation is actually their official
warning. In addition, SLOPD officers often issue verbal warnings. One official warning should be sufficient since
most residents never receive a noise citation.
2. Include as a separate sentence: "A use permit shall be reviewed within “x” number of months (add time-
frame) if any reasonable written citizen or Police or Fire Department complaint is received by the city." A time-
frame is needed to ensure timely review of the complaint.
3. Add the following as a separate condition: 'In accordance with paragraph 9-12-010 B. of the Municipal
Code a noise violation is considered a public nuisance."
Thank you for your time and your attention to this issue.
Sincerely,
Sandra Rowley
Chairperson, RQN
Note: When SLOPD issues a noise citation, they query the identified host as to the number of people in
attendance. SLOPD does not verify that number.
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From:kathie walker <
Sent:Saturday, May 24, 2025 4:07 PM
To:Dietrick, Christine; Tway, Timothea (Timmi); Mezzapesa, John; McDonald, Whitney
Subject:Huge "ZBTahiti" Dayge at 1646 Fredericks (R1) on 5/24/2025
During the City Council meeting last week, I spoke about the huge "dayges" (daytime ragers) with hundreds of
people in the backyards of single-family homes that are planned by fraternities for this weekend and next
weekend. Zeta Beta Tau hosts an annual "ZBTahiti" with hundreds of people in their backyard. It happened today
at one of the fraternity's illegal houses at 1646 Fredericks Street.
I called SLOPD and spoke with the Watch Commander because I wanted to file a report for the violation of
SLOMC 17.02.030 and SLOMC 17.16.010. The City has previously issued a Notice of Violation for illegal
fraternity operations at 1646 Fredericks Street. In 1989, a resident filed a report with SLOPD for a fraternity
operating without a use permit, and it was prosecuted by the City Attorney. Unfortunately, the Watch
Commander told me I couldn't file such a report and that I should speak with Code Enforcement.
The problem is that Code Enforcement officers have said they must personally witness the event to cite it. They
have routinely dismissed cases I have filed as "unable to verify" even when there are photos of the event at the
illegal fraternity house posted on social media by the fraternity.
After my conversation with the Watch Commander, swarms of college students walked past our house on the
sidewalk and in the middle of the street. There were hundreds of people at that party. I heard some say there
were police at Zeta, so it seems the party was shut down by SLOPD.
Will you please cite this property for the illegal fraternity event today, 5/24/2025? Code Enforcement has recent
records of 1646 Fredericks operating as an illegal fraternity house. SLOPD can provide body cam video from
today that shows contact with the fraternity members and the hordes of people at the party, as they leave. The
only other way to document the event is through Cal Poly, because the event was required to be registered with
Greek Life at least 10 days ago. But since Cal Poly isn't sharing that information with you, the next best option is
using SLOPD video footage to document contact with the fraternity members and the illegal fraternity event at
1646 Fredericks Street, which has already been documented by Code Enforcement to be operating illegally as a
fraternity.
The fraternity members knew it was illegal to hold an event at 1646 Fredericks Street but did so anyway.
The ongoing illegal fraternity events and the parades of loud people that scream past our house at all hours and
use our yard as a restroom, as happened last night, are causing harm to our family and the neighborhood.
People going to fraternity parties at illegal fraternity houses in our neighborhood constantly prevent us from
sleeping at night or enjoying a quiet afternoon at home. They vomit in our yard and pee in our yard all the time.
Even though illegal fraternity houses have received notices from the City about the illegal fraternity operations,
they continue to host illegal fraternity parties, as Theta Chi did last night at 496 Kentucky, near our home.
What recourse do we have to combat the ongoing public nuisances we live with every weekend that Cal Poly is
in session? Please do something to hold these illegal fraternity houses accountable and stop their operations.
We cannot continue to live like this! It is affecting our mental and physical health.
-Kathie Walker
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From:Steven Walker <
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 5:23 PM
To:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Subject:Re: Planning Commission Meeting 5/28/25 - Item 4.a and 4.b.
Thank you very much. Have a great weekend.
Steve.
On Fri, May 23, 2025 at 4:15 PM Colunga-Lopez, Andrea <AColunga@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Steve,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
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Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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From: Steven Walker <
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2025 3:12 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Planning Commission Meeting 5/28/25 - Item 4.a and 4.b.
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Planning Commission Meeting
May 28, 2025
Re: Items 4.a and 4.b
Dear City Planning Commissioners,
While making your decisions about item 4.a, and 4.b, re-reviewing the existing conditional use permits for two
fraternities, please remember the impacts of these fraternity operations on neighborhood livability. The
negative impacts are real, and I have discussed them at length
here: https://howtoruinaneighborhood.com/disruption-retaliation-and-issues/
I am writing to you as a SLO resident whose quality of life has decreased due to the increase in fraternity
operations and Greek life in the Alta Vista neighborhood. I am a first responder, a shift worker who works
nights on the latter half of my work week, and a pilot. My shift is from 7:30 pm to 8:00 am and can run longer if
I'm on a flight. I am responsible for getting my crew safely to a scene and then transporting my crew and patient
to the nearest trauma center. When I'm on my rest period, I need to rest. This shouldn't be much to ask for in a
residential neighborhood. However, Delta Chi had this massive party after receiving the notice to appear before
the Planning Commission. They simply do not care. I was woken by the bass last Saturday afternoon an d asked
my wife if she could go and locate the source. It was more than 1500' away using Google maps. I don't know
how it did, but it got a negative violation of the noise ordinance by SLOPD. My wife took a video, and the music
was blaring over the car's sound. She was approximately 160 feet away, according to Google Earth.
Both fraternities appearing before you should feel privileged to live in the correct residential zone, where they
have a CUP. But let's be honest with ourselves: they violate it with impunity. City Staff is asking that one of the
conditions for re-review allow three violations. How many violations happen in your neighborhood? They
should be having these massive events at third-party venues, but they don't. Please see how many violations
they've had since receiving notice of this hearing.
I also ask that you deny these fraternities their CUP. There are currently 18 fraternities in the Interfraternity
Council at Cal Poly. Many with additional "satellite" fraternity houses in R1 and R2 neighborhoods that hold
events. Only 6 have CUPs. Other fraternities would feel privileged to live in the correct residential zone.
Denying the CUPs would be the first step in opening a public conversation around Cal Poly Greek life. The City
and Cal Poly would be forced to deal with the situation. The public needs to know how pervasive this issue is
and how hands-off Cal Poly is with Greek activities in the neighborhood.
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The current system is not working, and there is a perceived double standard when compared to other
neighborhoods in our wonderful city. Please deny the CUPs to create meaningful conversations and change in
the neighborhoods close to Cal Poly. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Steve Walker
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 4:17 PM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence Item 4a & 4b
BCC: PC Members and Staff
Hello,
Linked is the agenda correspondence for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Walker, S.
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Walker, S.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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City Administration
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 4:16 PM
To:Steven Walker
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Planning Commission Meeting 5/28/25 - Item 4.a and 4.b.
Hi Steve,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
E AColunga@slocity.org
T 805.781.7105
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From: Steven Walker <
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2025 3:12 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Planning Commission Meeting 5/28/25 - Item 4.a and 4.b.
Planning Commission Meeting
May 28, 2025
Re: Items 4.a and 4.b
Dear City Planning Commissioners,
While making your decisions about item 4.a, and 4.b, re-reviewing the existing conditional use permits for two
fraternities, please remember the impacts of these fraternity operations on neighborhood livability. The negative
impacts are real, and I have discussed them at length here: https://howtoruinaneighborhood.com/disruption-
retaliation-and-issues/
I am writing to you as a SLO resident whose quality of life has decreased due to the increase in fraternity
operations and Greek life in the Alta Vista neighborhood. I am a first responder, a shift worker who works
nights on the latter half of my work week, and a pilot. My shift is from 7:30 pm to 8:00 am and can run longer if
I'm on a flight. I am responsible for getting my crew safely to a scene and then transporting my crew and patient
to the nearest trauma center. When I'm on my rest period, I need to rest. This shouldn't be much to ask for in a
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residential neighborhood. However, Delta Chi had this massive party after receiving the notice to appear before
the Planning Commission. They simply do not care. I was woken by the bass last Saturday afternoon and asked
my wife if she could go and locate the source. It was more than 1500' away using Google maps. I don't know
how it did, but it got a negative violation of the noise ordinance by SLOPD. My wife took a video, and the music
was blaring over the car's sound. She was approximately 160 feet away, according to Google Earth.
Both fraternities appearing before you should feel privileged to live in the correct residential zone, where they
have a CUP. But let's be honest with ourselves: they violate it with impunity. City Staff is asking that one of the
conditions for re-review allow three violations. How many violations happen in your neighborhood? They should
be having these massive events at third-party venues, but they don't. Please see how many violations they've
had since receiving notice of this hearing.
I also ask that you deny these fraternities their CUP. There are currently 18 fraternities in the Interfraternity
Council at Cal Poly. Many with additional "satellite" fraternity houses in R1 and R2 neighborhoods that hold
events. Only 6 have CUPs. Other fraternities would feel privileged to live in the correct residential zone. Denying
the CUPs would be the first step in opening a public conversation around Cal Poly Greek life. The City and Cal
Poly would be forced to deal with the situation. The public needs to know how pervasive this issue is and how
hands-off Cal Poly is with Greek activities in the neighborhood.
The current system is not working, and there is a perceived double standard when compared to other
neighborhoods in our wonderful city. Please deny the CUPs to create meaningful conversations and change in
the neighborhoods close to Cal Poly. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Steve Walker
290
From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 2:12 PM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Patino, Mallory; Corey, Tyler
Subject:05/28/2025 PC Meeting - Agenda Correspondence Item 4a & 4b
BCC: PC Members and Staff
Hello,
Linked below is the agenda correspondence for the May 28, 2025, Planning Commission meeting.
ITEM 4a – 1236 MONTE VISTA PLACE (USE-0332-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Walker
ITEM 4b – 1304 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND 190 CRANDALL WAY (USE-0333-2025). RE-REVIEW OF AN
EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FRATERNITY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
- Walker
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
E AColunga@slocity.org
T 805.781.7105
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 2:03 PM
To:kathie walker
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Re-review of CUP: Sigma Nu - 1304 Foothill Blvd
Hi Kathie,
Thank you for your input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning Commission
public archive for the upcoming meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
E AColunga@slocity.org
T 805.781.7105
slocity.org
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From: kathie walker <
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2025 11:25 AM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Re-review of CUP: Sigma Nu - 1304 Foothill Blvd
Dear Planning Commissioners,
Early this year, I learned that the Sigma Nu fraternity at 1304 Foothill Blvd would be re-
reviewed by the Planning Commission. I did not make this complaint to
Community Development, but am glad that the City is considering the negative impacts of
problem fraternities on the neighborhood.
Our family is not the only household affected by fraternities in our neighborhood.
Unfortunately, most residents are afraid to come forward because they fear retaliation from
fraternity members. This does not specifically apply to Sigma Nu but applies overall to the
fraternity culture and the experiences of many of the long-term residents in our neighborhood.
Therefore, I think it's important to mention.
Some residents have told me about the vandalism of their property and harm to their pet that
they suspect was caused by fraternity members, after they (two different families) told the
owner of the property about the problems caused by a fraternity, and the fraternity's lease
was not renewed. Some long-term residents are so intimidated by fraternity members that
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they will not report loud parties to SLOPD because they are afraid the fraternity members will
know it was them and will retaliate. These are elderly people, afraid to report the anti-social
behavior of their neighbors.
One of my neighbors, two blocks away (near the Sigma Nu property) sent me a video taken
by his wife of a mob of young adults in front of his house on St. Fratty's Day, 3/15/2025. A
college-aged guy walking by yelled at his wife, "Kathie Walker! MOVE!!" I was in my home,
two blocks away, and I am slightly older than his wife, but somehow the guy assumed she was
me.
I have been harassed and cyberstalked by fraternity members who lived next door after
SLOPD issued them a noise violation. After they moved out, the harassment continued. As
recently as one month ago, people showed up at our home late at night because they were
told there was a party at our address. A few weeks ago, a guy walked by our home, said my
name and called me a f--king bitch. These people have never met me or interacted with me,
but are targeting me because my husband and I have made the City aware of the "fraternity
problem" after a fraternity moved in next door to us in 2022. We are not the bad guys. The
fraternities have been operating illegally, with impunity for so long that they now resent
having to follow the rules.
Sigma Nu has a Conditional Use Permit at 1304 Foothill, but its history shows ongoing noise
complaints, citations, and a flagrant disregard for the conditions of its CUP. The reason a
fraternity is allowed to operate in an R3 or R4 residential neighborhood is that they have a
CUP, and the fraternity members are expected to follow the conditions of their CUP to blend
into the higher-density neighborhoods.
A screenshot of the noise complaints for 1304 Foothill for the past 1 1/2 years is below.
Most of the citations at 1304 Foothill are for parties of 100+ people. The SLOPD Log shows
100 people at the party on 11/1/2024, although the administrative citation issued by Officer
Cutler lists 300 people for that same party. A copy of the citation, shown below, is included
in Attachment 6 E - Notice to Correct Violations, dated 1/8/2025, page 6. I'm not sure why the
SLOPD log only lists 100 people when the citation says 300.
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The Notice of Violation sent to the property owner on 1/8/2025 outlines the violation of the
conditions listed in the CUP and the history of noise calls to SLOPD. Some of the police reports
say blaring music was heard 200 feet from the property, and alcohol violations were observed
by the police officers. The Notice sent to the property owner says these violations constitute a
public nuisance and must be abated.
About 6 weeks after the notice was sent on 1/8/2025, the fraternity continued hosting large,
noisy parties. Between the end of February 2025 and April 2025, there were four loud parties
at 1304 Foothill with 80-100+ people! The max occupancy according to the CUP is 19
people.
The party on 2/22/2025 had 100 people listed on the citation.
This is the third citation in less than 9 months and carries a fine of $1,000. The City also
issues a fine to the property owner (I think it is also $1,000) with a "landlord citation". Most
people would be paying attention at this point because of the consequences. Sigma Nu,
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however, did not care. Each subsequent citation within 9 months carried the same financial
penalty.
Less than one week later, on 2/28/2025, the fraternity held another large, noisy party with
blaring music and received another citation that also listed 100 people.
Less than two months later, on 4/19/2025, they held another loud party with 80 people listed
on the citation.
The fraternity installed temporary fencing around the perimeter of its front yard on 2/28/2025
and 4/19/2025 to hide the view of its parties. Photos below show the fences installed to hide
the parties on February 28th and April 19th.
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Sigma Nu knew or should have known about the conditions listed in its CUP after the City sent
a Notice of Violation on 1/8/2025. They knew they were violating the terms of the CUP and the
noise ordinance by subsequently throwing enormous, loud parties. They knew it was wrong,
but they did it anyway, again and again. By their actions and behavior, they have shown that
they do not have any consideration for rules, the law, or the impact of their actions on their
neighbors. I can understand giving them one or two chances, but they've had seven citations
within the past 1 1/2 years. The parties were huge and extremely disruptive, and they did not
care about the consequences.
They got three citations for huge parties after the property owner was issued a
Notice of Violation! It's irrational to reward this behavior with approval of its CUP at 1304
Foothill. I do not understand why City Staff is recommending approval. The CUP should be
revoked.
Sigma Nu has another CUP for separate property at 1292 Foothill, so the fraternity has the
opportunity to prove it can be responsible by following the conditions of the CUP at that
property. They will still be able to operate from a different location. Unfortunately,
the fraternity has shown that it is not able or willing to abide by the conditions of the CUP at
1304 Foothill, and I respectfully request that the CUP be revoked.
Many other fraternities at Cal Poly do not have a legal location or a CUP. Only 6 of Cal Poly's
18 fraternities have CUPs, and Sigma Nu has two for separate properties. Perhaps a different
fraternity would be willing to abide by the terms of the CUP and be better neighbors. Or
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perhaps the property is better suited for standard housing since that area of the neighborhood
has a high concentration of fraternities, which have adversely affected the neighborhood.
I also feel the property owners of fraternity houses should be held accountable for their CUPs.
Fraternities tend to pay a higher amount of rent because it is divided among several people.
Leasing to a fraternity is lucrative for these investors. They also have a responsibility to
ensure that their tenants are not causing mayhem in the neighborhood.
Finally, Cal Poly needs to start taking responsibility for its fraternities. The neighborhoods
cannot accommodate each of the 18 fraternities at Cal Poly. The university is continuing to
recruit new fraternities. Alpha Gamma Rho will be reinstated next year, and Cal Poly recently
announced that Phi Kappa Alpha will join Cal Poly in Fall 2026. The neighborhoods cannot bear
the burden of housing Cal Poly's fraternities, especially when those fraternities are not able to
follow the conditions of their CUPs. Please hold them accountable.
Sigma Nu has demonstrated again and again that it is not able to abide by the conditions of its
CUP at 1304 Foothill or the noise ordinance. Please do not approve the CUP.
Thank you,
Kathie Walker
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From:Colunga-Lopez, Andrea
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 2:03 PM
To:kathie walker
Cc:CityClerk
Subject:RE: Re-review of CUP: Delta Chi - 1236 Monte Vista Place
Hi Kathie,
Thank you for your additional input, it has been sent to the committee members. It is now placed in the Planning
Commission public archive for the upcoming meeting.
Best,
Andrea Colunga-Lopez
pronouns she/her/hers
Administrative Assistant II
City Administration
E AColunga@slocity.org
T 805.781.7105
slocity.org
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From: kathie walker <
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2025 12:27 PM
To: Advisory Bodies <advisorybodies@slocity.org>
Subject: Re-review of CUP: Delta Chi - 1236 Monte Vista Place
Dear Planning Commissioners,
I've reviewed the agenda published online yesterday for the meeting on Wednesday,
5/28/2025. Since Monday is a holiday and you will not receive correspondence sent over the
weekend until Tuesday, I wanted to send you an email today. I may have some things to add.
If so, I will email the Clerk over the weekend, but I don't want to delay getting you this
information so you have a chance to review it before Wednesday.
Our home is pretty far from 1236 Monte Vista, so we don’t hear its parties. The exception was
last weekend, 5/17/2025. My husband was working night shift (7:30 PM – 8 PM) from
Thursday to Sunday and needed to sleep during the day. On Saturday, he was unabl e to sleep
because of the sound of reverberating bass from loud music in our neighborhood. I found the
party at 1236 Monte Vista and called SLOPD. It’s the only time I’ve called for a party at this
address. There were too many people in the area to take a video, but I drove onto Cal Poly’s
campus and captured the party from about 160 feet away, based on Google Earth. A link to
the video is here: https://vimeo.com/1087220635?share=copy#t=0
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SLOMC prohibits any noise disturbance plainly audible 50 feet from the noisemaker, so this
party was a clear violation of the noise ordinance. It was cleared by SLOPD as a “Negative
Violation”.
Delta Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place has a long history of noise complaints. Looking back to
the beginning of the last academic year (Fall 2023), there have been 12 calls to SLOPD for
noise at 1236 Monte Vista, not including my call on 5/17/2023. Eight resulted in a citation,
although the fraternity successfully appealed a citation on 3/03/2025. The party on 3/15/2025
was an unruly gathering with 100 people listed on the citation.
Party on 3/15/2025: St. Fratty’s Day
SLOPD responded to a call at 1236 Monte Vista for a “huge party” at 4:00 a.m. on 3/15/2025,
also known as “St. Fratty’s Day”. SLOPD issued an unruly gathering citation.
Prior to St. Patrick’s Day weekend, Cal Poly prohibited all Greek life organizations from hosting
parties that weekend. If a fraternity held an unsanctioned event, it faced discipline and
possible suspension.
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Delta Chi is currently on probation until the end of Spring quarter 2025; therefore, hosting an
unsanctioned party would likely result in the fraternity’s suspension.
Source: https://clubs.calpoly.edu/student-organization-sanction-information
The fraternity did not appeal the citation it received on 3/15/2025 .
SLOPD also sent the citation to Cal Poly’s Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR)
for possible discipline from the university.
Videos of the party were posted on social media and shared with the OSRR at Cal Poly. The
videos show a crowd of young men and women standing around in the courtyard, on stairways
and balconies at 1236 Monte Vista, dancing, drinking, and conversing early that morning while
it was still dark outside. Someone also posted a TikTok video of her travels from Maui to SLO
for St. Fratty's Day, and the first place she went when she got into town was the party at
Delta Chi. There is a banner hanging in the courtyard of the fraternity that says, "Get Lucky,"
"St. Frattys ‘25" with a four-leaf clover and the Greek letters for Delta Chi. A screenshot from
one of the videos is below.
Videos are short snippets so I have slowed some down to better see the party and crowd, and
that the party was intentional and not a stampede of 250 people. The first snippet was when
the gal from Maui arrived and the caption says, "hey Delta Chi"; the second video is two
young women and their BORGs at the fraternity; and the third shows the crowd on stairways,
balconies, and the floor of the courtyard. Delta Chi is clearly hosting a party. Video link is
here: https://vimeo.com/1087221996?share=copy#t=0
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If a fraternity is suspended, it is no longer in good standing with Cal Poly. This means the CUP
is revoked, according to the SLO Municipal Code.
Cal Poly’s OSRR investigated Delta Chi’s party on 3/15/2025. Jason Mockford is the Senior
Director of Leadership and oversees fraternity operations at Cal Poly. He participated in the
OSRR’s investigation on the fraternity’s behalf. According to Mr. Mockford, the fraternity
presented evidence that showed
“about 50 people breaking down their fence, gaining access to their courtyard, while
members who were getting ready for the concert were trying to remove them. They asked for
assistance from law enforcement and had a bit of a false start. When they opened the gates,
200 more people came into their courtyard…” (Source: Recording of the Student Community
Liaison (SCLC) Committee meeting on 4/17/2025.)
Mr. Mockford reported that Cal Poly found that Delta Chi was “not responsible” for hosting a
party that morning.
In presenting its case, Delta Chi did not own up to the fact that they had, indeed, hosted a
party on 3/15/2025. They had a banner hanging in the courtyard for “St. Frattys ‘25”. Videos
show a crowd of people calmly standing in the courtyard, drinking, dancing, and conversing.
No one is panicked, and no one is storming the courtyard.
The 250 trespassers apparently showed up at the fraternity because the invited guests at the
party posted videos of the party in progress on social media platforms, such as Snapchat. The
trespassers entered the courtyard, in addition to the approximately 100 people who were
welcome at the party that morning, as shown in various videos posted online.
The 250 uninvited guests would not have gone to the fraternity, except that invited guests
posted videos on social media showing the party at 1236 Monte Vista. The news of the party
spread and led to 50 people breaking down a fence and 200 more accessing the property
through the gates.
Although Cal Poly did not find Delta Chi responsible for hosting the party on 3/15/2025, Delta
Chi DID host a party that morning.
It is telling that Delta Chi did not appeal SLOPD’s citation, especially considering that Delta Chi
successfully appealed a citation issued two weeks earlier, on 3/3/2025. During St. Fratty’s Day
2024, SLOPD voluntarily dismissed citations that were issued to properties overrun with
trespassers, who were not responsible for hosting an event that led to the invasion. SLOPD did
not dismiss Delta Chi’s citation on 3/15/2025, and the fraternity did not appeal the citation
because the fraternity hosted a St. Fratty’s Day party in the early morning.
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Noise Citations Since the Fraternity Was Notified of the CUP Review
The Staff Report says that a Notice of Violation was sent to the property owner on March 19,
2025, which cited ongoing violations of the CUP and outlined the terms of the fraternity’s CUP.
I have attached the existing CUP for 1236 Monte Vista to this email. Some conditions noted
were:
The maximum number of persons allowed on the site for routine meetings and
gatherings is 53.
No meetings, parties, or other types of similar activities involving persons other than
residents are allowed between the hours of 10 PM and 9 AM, except as approved by the
Community Development Director.
Events, including meetings or parties, on site, shall be limited to those listed on a
meeting and activities schedule, submitted to and approved by the Community
Development Director in the fall of each year.
The Notice of Violation stated in bold font, “Immediate compliance is required.”
Approximately one month later, on 4/18/2025, SLOPD issued a citation for a noisy party at
1236 Monte Vista. The citation listed 50 people. SLOPD does not count people at an event.
Instead, they usually ask the party host how many people are at the gathering. The
number of people listed on the citation was self-reported by the person who received the
citation, Jack Werle. It also likely does not include every person on the property that night,
including those in their apartments.
On 5/17/2025, Delta Chi held another party with blaring music and a large inflatable
waterslide at 1236 Monte Vista. The reverberation of the bass from the music could be heard
from our house, several blocks away. It was not cited as a noise violation, although it was an
obvious violation.
Despite the Notice of Violation sent to the property owner on 3/19/2025 and subsequent noise
citation on 4/18/2025, Delta Chi hosted another party on 5/17/2025.
It does not seem that the fraternity members feel any sense of responsibility for the impact of
noise on their neighbors or that they are breaking the law by holding these noisy events. On
5/17/2025, my husband was unable to sleep between his long work shifts. He has a safety-
sensitive job that requires adequate rest. He is not legally allowed to report to work if he is not
rested because it would potentially put others' lives at risk.
The fraternity was not held accountable by Cal Poly for hosting an unsanctioned event and
continued to violate the conditions of its CUP with the City of San Luis Obispo.
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Based on the ongoing noisy parties, which constitute a public nuisance according to the SLO
Municipal Code, and the failure of the fraternity to recognize its responsibility according to the
conditions of its CUP, I respectfully request that Delta Chi’s CUP for 1236 Monte Vista be
revoked.
Fraternities that are not able or willing to comply with the terms of their CUPs should not be
allowed to operate in residential neighborhoods. Cal Poly should provide housing on campus
for its fraternities. Continuing to allow neighborhoods to be abused does not help solve the
problem. It is time for Cal Poly to step forward and take responsibility for its fraternities.
Meanwhile, the City should hold permitted fraternities responsible for the terms of their CUPs,
and hold unpermitted fraternities responsible for operating illegally.
If the Planning Commission chooses to approve the CUP, please consider the following
modifications to the conditions:
1) Condition 2. Eliminate section (b) to read: The CUP shall be reviewed by the PC as
soon as practical if conduct on the permitted premises results in three (3) citations
within any 12-month period for violation of law or permit condition that (a) are not
contested or are upheld on appeal, and (b) the conduct for which the citations were
issued resulted in adverse impacts to, or complaints from, residents or occupants of the
surrounding neighborhood.
Three (3) violations of the permit condition or citations should be an automatic trigger for re-
review, without any further qualifiers.
2) Add a condition that allows Community Development to re-review upon a written
complaint.
When Lambda Chi Alpha’s CUP was appealed by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods (RQN)
on 10/15/2024, RQN asked for a condition that lists a specific threshold of citations issued to
the fraternity, which would automatically trigger a re-review. The reason for this request was
that the CUP had never been reviewed, despite many noise complaints to SLOPD and citations
issued to the fraternity. The existing condition in the CUP said the CUP would be reviewed if a
written complaint was received from a person, the SLO Police Department, or the SLO Fire
Department; however, no one ever made a written complaint. Therefore, RQN asked for a pre-
determined number of citations that would automatically trigger a review without the need for
a written complaint.
It was not RQN’s intent to eliminate the condition that a re-review would occur if someone
made a written complaint. That condition is actually an important tool for accountability and
should be added to the CUP.
3) Condition 14. Add the following sentence to Condition 14: “A noise violation is
considered a public nuisance according to the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code.”
This clarifies and strengthens Condition 14, which says the CUP may be revoked for conduct
“so as to constitute a public nuisance”. At the Planning Commission hearing on 11/13/2025 for
the re-review of Alpha Epsilon Pi’s CUP, there were questions and discussion about the
definition of a public nuisance. The SLOMC makes clear that a noise violation is a public
nuisance, therefore, it would be helpful to include this clarification within the condition.
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When the Planning Commission re-reviewed Alpha Epsilon Pi’s CUP on 11/13/2024, it adopted
similar conditions for the CUP at 280 California, although AEPi’s property has a maximum
occupancy of 25 people.
Last month, SLOPD responded to a noisy party at AEPi's fraternity at 280 California Blvd and
issued a noise citation for a noisy party with 150 people. Shortly after, AEPi was issued
another noise citation for a noisy party with 100 people at 280 California Blvd.
You may recall that at the re-review hearing on 11/15/2025, Staff was asked whether a noise
violation is a public nuisance. Tyler Corey responded that it is. Mr. Corey also said that a
condition of the CUP that is identical to Condition 14 in Delta Chi’s proposed CUP allows the
City to re-review AEPi’s CUP if there is a noise citation.
Staff was also asked if the fraternity could be placed on probation for a year, and Mr. Corey
said that the CUP acts as a probation, so listing a formal probation was not necessary as a
condition.
At the re-review hearing in November, AEPi was issued a stern warning that it would be back
at the Planning Commission if it received another violation. So far, AEPi is not scheduled to
have its CUP re-reviewed.
For these reasons, it is important to provide clarity, including for Condition 14.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, please feel free to email me.
Thank you,
Kathie Walker
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From: <
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 1:33 PM
To:Salem, Rami
Subject:Fwd: Ask SLO New Request # 11881 [3864636538623934]
This event is happening right now, as advertised. We can hear people honking their horns as they pass by the
fraternity house and groups of people are holding signs in front, yelling as people drive by.
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From: SLO <sanluisobispoca@user.govoutreach.com>
Date: Thu, May 22, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Subject: Ask SLO New Request # 11881 [3864636538623934]
To: <
---If replying by email, enter your reply above this line---
Thank you for using Ask SLO. We have received your request, and staff will begin working through the workflow
noted above.
We appreciate your patience and the opportunity to assist you and ensure you have a positive experience with
us.
The Problem you submitted was:
Request type: Use Permit Violations
Location: 280 California
Description: Event advertised to occur on 5/23/25 from 1PM to 4PM.
You will receive a response within 3 days for this request.
You may add additional information to this request by:
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Thank you,
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From:kathie walker <
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 12:27 PM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Re-review of CUP: Delta Chi - 1236 Monte Vista Place
Dear Planning Commissioners,
I've reviewed the agenda published online yesterday for the meeting on Wednesday,
5/28/2025. Since Monday is a holiday and you will not receive correspondence sent over the
weekend until Tuesday, I wanted to send you an email today. I may have some things to add.
If so, I will email the Clerk over the weekend, but I don't want to delay getting you this
information so you have a chance to review it before Wednesday.
Our home is pretty far from 1236 Monte Vista, so we don’t hear its parties. The exception was
last weekend, 5/17/2025. My husband was working night shift (7:30 PM – 8 PM) from
Thursday to Sunday and needed to sleep during the day. On Saturday, he was unabl e to sleep
because of the sound of reverberating bass from loud music in our neighborhood. I found the
party at 1236 Monte Vista and called SLOPD. It’s the only time I’ve called for a party at this
address. There were too many people in the area to take a video, but I drove onto Cal Poly’s
campus and captured the party from about 160 feet away, based on Google Earth. A link to
the video is here: https://vimeo.com/1087220635?share=copy#t=0
SLOMC prohibits any noise disturbance plainly audible 50 feet from the noisemaker, so this
party was a clear violation of the noise ordinance. It was cleared by SLOPD as a “Negative
Violation”.
Delta Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place has a long history of noise complaints. Looking back to
the beginning of the last academic year (Fall 2023), there have been 12 calls to SLOPD for
noise at 1236 Monte Vista, not including my call on 5/17/2023. Eight resulted in a citation,
although the fraternity successfully appealed a citation on 3/03/2025. The party on 3/15/2025
was an unruly gathering with 100 people listed on the citation.
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Party on 3/15/2025: St. Fratty’s Day
SLOPD responded to a call at 1236 Monte Vista for a “huge party” at 4:00 a.m. on 3/15/2025,
also known as “St. Fratty’s Day”. SLOPD issued an unruly gathering citation.
Prior to St. Patrick’s Day weekend, Cal Poly prohibited all Greek life organizations from hosting
parties that weekend. If a fraternity held an unsanctioned event, it faced discipline and
possible suspension.
Delta Chi is currently on probation until the end of Spring quarter 2025; therefore, hosting an
unsanctioned party would likely result in the fraternity’s suspension.
Source: https://clubs.calpoly.edu/student-organization-sanction-information
The fraternity did not appeal the citation it received on 3/15/2025 .
SLOPD also sent the citation to Cal Poly’s Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR)
for possible discipline from the university.
Videos of the party were posted on social media and shared with the OSRR at Cal Poly. The
videos show a crowd of young men and women standing around in the courtyard, on stairways
and balconies at 1236 Monte Vista, dancing, drinking, and conversing early that morning while
it was still dark outside. Someone also posted a TikTok video of her travels from Maui to SLO
for St. Fratty's Day, and the first place she went when she got into town was the party at
Delta Chi. There is a banner hanging in the courtyard of the fraternity that says, "Get Lucky,"
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"St. Frattys ‘25" with a four-leaf clover and the Greek letters for Delta Chi. A screenshot from
one of the videos is below.
Videos are short snippets so I have slowed some down to better see the party and crowd, and
that the party was intentional and not a stampede of 250 people. The first snippet was when
the gal from Maui arrived and the caption says, "hey Delta Chi"; the second video is two
young women and their BORGs at the fraternity; and the third shows the crowd on stairways,
balconies, and the floor of the courtyard. Delta Chi is clearly hosting a party. Video link is
here: https://vimeo.com/1087221996?share=copy#t=0
If a fraternity is suspended, it is no longer in good standing with Cal Poly. This means the CUP
is revoked, according to the SLO Municipal Code.
Cal Poly’s OSRR investigated Delta Chi’s party on 3/15/2025. Jason Mockford is the Senior
Director of Leadership and oversees fraternity operations at Cal Poly. He participated in the
OSRR’s investigation on the fraternity’s behalf. According to Mr. Mockford, the fraternity
presented evidence that showed
“about 50 people breaking down their fence, gaining access to their courtyard, while
members who were getting ready for the concert were trying to remove them. They asked for
assistance from law enforcement and had a bit of a false start. When they opened the gates,
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200 more people came into their courtyard…” (Source: Recording of the Student Community
Liaison (SCLC) Committee meeting on 4/17/2025.)
Mr. Mockford reported that Cal Poly found that Delta Chi was “not responsible” for hosting a
party that morning.
In presenting its case, Delta Chi did not own up to the fact that they had, indeed, hosted a
party on 3/15/2025. They had a banner hanging in the courtyard for “St. Frattys ‘25”. Videos
show a crowd of people calmly standing in the courtyard, drinking, dancing, and conversing.
No one is panicked, and no one is storming the courtyard.
The 250 trespassers apparently showed up at the fraternity because the invited guests at the
party posted videos of the party in progress on social media platforms, such as Snapchat. The
trespassers entered the courtyard, in addition to the approximately 100 people who were
welcome at the party that morning, as shown in various videos posted online.
The 250 uninvited guests would not have gone to the fraternity, except that invited guests
posted videos on social media showing the party at 1236 Monte Vista. The news of the party
spread and led to 50 people breaking down a fence and 200 more accessing the property
through the gates.
Although Cal Poly did not find Delta Chi responsible for hosting the party on 3/15/2025, Delta
Chi DID host a party that morning.
It is telling that Delta Chi did not appeal SLOPD’s citation, especially considering that Delta Chi
successfully appealed a citation issued two weeks earlier, on 3/3/2025. During St. Fratty’s Day
2024, SLOPD voluntarily dismissed citations that were issued to properties overrun with
trespassers, who were not responsible for hosting an even t that led to the invasion. SLOPD did
not dismiss Delta Chi’s citation on 3/15/2025, and the fraternity did not appeal the citation
because the fraternity hosted a St. Fratty’s Day party in the early morning.
Noise Citations Since the Fraternity Was Notified of the CUP Review
The Staff Report says that a Notice of Violation was sent to the property owner on March 19,
2025, which cited ongoing violations of the CUP and outlined the terms of the fraternity’s CUP.
I have attached the existing CUP for 1236 Monte Vista to this email. Some conditions noted
were:
The maximum number of persons allowed on the site for routine meetings and
gatherings is 53.
No meetings, parties, or other types of similar activities involving persons other than
residents are allowed between the hours of 10 PM and 9 AM, except as approved by the
Community Development Director.
Events, including meetings or parties, on site, shall be limited to those listed on a
meeting and activities schedule, submitted to and approved by the Community
Development Director in the fall of each year.
The Notice of Violation stated in bold font, “Immediate compliance is required.”
Approximately one month later, on 4/18/2025, SLOPD issued a citation for a noisy party at
1236 Monte Vista. The citation listed 50 people. SLOPD does not count people at an event.
Instead, they usually ask the party host how many people are at the gathering. The
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number of people listed on the citation was self-reported by the person who received the
citation, Jack Werle. It also likely does not include every person on the property that night,
including those in their apartments.
On 5/17/2025, Delta Chi held another party with blaring music and a large inflatable
waterslide at 1236 Monte Vista. The reverberation of the bass from the music could be heard
from our house, several blocks away. It was not cited as a noise violation, although it was an
obvious violation.
Despite the Notice of Violation sent to the property owner on 3/19/2025 and subsequent noise
citation on 4/18/2025, Delta Chi hosted another party on 5/17/2025.
It does not seem that the fraternity members feel any sense of responsibility for the impact of
noise on their neighbors or that they are breaking the law by holding these noisy events. On
5/17/2025, my husband was unable to sleep between his long work shifts. He has a safety-
sensitive job that requires adequate rest. He is not legally allowed to report to work if he is not
rested because it would potentially put others' lives at risk.
The fraternity was not held accountable by Cal Poly for hosting an unsanctioned event and
continued to violate the conditions of its CUP with the City of San Luis Obispo.
Based on the ongoing noisy parties, which constitute a public nuisance according to the SLO
Municipal Code, and the failure of the fraternity to recognize its responsibility according to the
conditions of its CUP, I respectfully request that Delta Chi’s CUP for 1236 Monte Vista be
revoked.
Fraternities that are not able or willing to comply with the terms of their CUPs should not be
allowed to operate in residential neighborhoods. Cal Poly should provide housing on campus
for its fraternities. Continuing to allow neighborhoods to be abused does not help solve the
problem. It is time for Cal Poly to step forward and take responsibility for its fraternities.
Meanwhile, the City should hold permitted fraternities responsible for the terms of their CUPs,
and hold unpermitted fraternities responsible for operating illegally.
If the Planning Commission chooses to approve the CUP, please consider the following
modifications to the conditions:
1) Condition 2. Eliminate section (b) to read: The CUP shall be reviewed by the PC as
soon as practical if conduct on the permitted premises results in three (3) citations
within any 12-month period for violation of law or permit condition that (a) are not
contested or are upheld on appeal, and (b) the conduct for which the citations were
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issued resulted in adverse impacts to, or complaints from, residents or occupants of the
surrounding neighborhood.
Three (3) violations of the permit condition or citations should be an automatic trigger for re-
review, without any further qualifiers.
2) Add a condition that allows Community Development to re-review upon a written
complaint.
When Lambda Chi Alpha’s CUP was appealed by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods (RQN)
on 10/15/2024, RQN asked for a condition that lists a specific threshold of citations issued to
the fraternity, which would automatically trigger a re-review. The reason for this request was
that the CUP had never been reviewed, despite many noise complaints to SLOPD and citations
issued to the fraternity. The existing condition in the CUP said the CUP would be reviewed if a
written complaint was received from a person, the SLO Police Department, or the SLO Fire
Department; however, no one ever made a written complaint. Therefore, RQN asked for a pre-
determined number of citations that would automatically trigger a review without the need for
a written complaint.
It was not RQN’s intent to eliminate the condition that a re-review would occur if someone
made a written complaint. That condition is actually an important tool for accountability and
should be added to the CUP.
3) Condition 14. Add the following sentence to Condition 14: “A noise violation is
considered a public nuisance according to the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code.”
This clarifies and strengthens Condition 14, which says the CUP may be revoked for conduct
“so as to constitute a public nuisance”. At the Planning Commission hearing on 11/13/2025 for
the re-review of Alpha Epsilon Pi’s CUP, there were questions and discussion about the
definition of a public nuisance. The SLOMC makes clear that a noise violation is a public
nuisance, therefore, it would be helpful to include this clarification within the condition.
When the Planning Commission re-reviewed Alpha Epsilon Pi’s CUP on 11/13/2024, it adopted
similar conditions for the CUP at 280 California, although AEPi’s property has a maximum
occupancy of 25 people.
Last month, SLOPD responded to a noisy party at AEPi's fraternity at 280 California Blvd and
issued a noise citation for a noisy party with 150 people. Shortly after, AEPi was issued
another noise citation for a noisy party with 100 people at 280 California Blvd.
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You may recall that at the re-review hearing on 11/15/2025, Staff was asked whether a noise
violation is a public nuisance. Tyler Corey responded that it is. Mr. Corey also said that a
condition of the CUP that is identical to Condition 14 in Delta Chi’s proposed CUP allows the
City to re-review AEPi’s CUP if there is a noise citation.
Staff was also asked if the fraternity could be placed on probation for a year, and Mr. Corey
said that the CUP acts as a probation, so listing a formal probation was not necessary as a
condition.
At the re-review hearing in November, AEPi was issued a stern warning that it would be back
at the Planning Commission if it received another violation. So far, AEPi is not scheduled to
have its CUP re-reviewed.
For these reasons, it is important to provide clarity, including for Condition 14.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, please feel free to email me.
Thank you,
Kathie Walker
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From:kathie walker <
Sent:Friday, May 23, 2025 11:25 AM
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Re-review of CUP: Sigma Nu - 1304 Foothill Blvd
Dear Planning Commissioners,
Early this year, I learned that the Sigma Nu fraternity at 1304 Foothill Blvd would be re-
reviewed by the Planning Commission. I did not make this complaint to
Community Development, but am glad that the City is considering the negative impacts of
problem fraternities on the neighborhood.
Our family is not the only household affected by fraternities in our neighborhood.
Unfortunately, most residents are afraid to come forward because they fear retaliation from
fraternity members. This does not specifically apply to Sigma Nu but applies overall to the
fraternity culture and the experiences of many of the long-term residents in our neighborhood.
Therefore, I think it's important to mention.
Some residents have told me about the vandalism of their property and harm to their pet that
they suspect was caused by fraternity members, after they (two different families) told the
owner of the property about the problems caused by a fraternity, and the fraternity's lease
was not renewed. Some long-term residents are so intimidated by fraternity members that
they will not report loud parties to SLOPD because they are afraid the fraternity members will
know it was them and will retaliate. These are elderly people, afraid to report the anti-social
behavior of their neighbors.
One of my neighbors, two blocks away (near the Sigma Nu property) sent me a video taken
by his wife of a mob of young adults in front of his house on St. Fratty's Day, 3/15/2025. A
college-aged guy walking by yelled at his wife, "Kathie Walker! MOVE!!" I was in my home,
two blocks away, and I am slightly older than his wife, but somehow the guy assumed she was
me.
I have been harassed and cyberstalked by fraternity members who lived next door after
SLOPD issued them a noise violation. After they moved out, the harassment continued. As
recently as one month ago, people showed up at our home late at night because they were
told there was a party at our address. A few weeks ago, a guy walked by our home, said my
name and called me a f--king bitch. These people have never met me or interacted with me,
but are targeting me because my husband and I have made the City aware of the "fraternity
problem" after a fraternity moved in next door to us in 2022. We are not the bad guys. The
fraternities have been operating illegally, with impunity for so long that they now resent
having to follow the rules.
Sigma Nu has a Conditional Use Permit at 1304 Foothill, but its history shows ongoing noise
complaints, citations, and a flagrant disregard for the conditions of its CUP. The reason a
fraternity is allowed to operate in an R3 or R4 residential neighborhood is that they have a
CUP, and the fraternity members are expected to follow the conditions of their CUP to blend
into the higher-density neighborhoods.
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A screenshot of the noise complaints for 1304 Foothill for the past 1 1/2 years is below.
Most of the citations at 1304 Foothill are for parties of 100+ people. The SLOPD Log shows
100 people at the party on 11/1/2024, although the administrative citation issued by Officer
Cutler lists 300 people for that same party. A copy of the citation, shown below, is included
in Attachment 6 E - Notice to Correct Violations, dated 1/8/2025, page 6. I'm not sure why the
SLOPD log only lists 100 people when the citation says 300.
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The Notice of Violation sent to the property owner on 1/8/2025 outlines the violation of the
conditions listed in the CUP and the history of noise calls to SLOPD. Some of the police reports
say blaring music was heard 200 feet from the property, and alcohol violations were observed
by the police officers. The Notice sent to the property owner says these violations constitute a
public nuisance and must be abated.
About 6 weeks after the notice was sent on 1/8/2025, the fraternity continued hosting large,
noisy parties. Between the end of February 2025 and April 2025, there were four loud parties
at 1304 Foothill with 80-100+ people! The max occupancy according to the CUP is 19
people.
The party on 2/22/2025 had 100 people listed on the citation.
This is the third citation in less than 9 months and carries a fine of $1,000. The City also
issues a fine to the property owner (I think it is also $1,000) with a "landlord citation". Most
people would be paying attention at this point because of the consequences. Sigma Nu,
however, did not care. Each subsequent citation within 9 months carried the same financial
penalty.
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Less than one week later, on 2/28/2025, the fraternity held another large, noisy party with
blaring music and received another citation that also listed 100 people.
Less than two months later, on 4/19/2025, they held another loud party with 80 people listed
on the citation.
The fraternity installed temporary fencing around the perimeter of its front yard on 2/28/2025
and 4/19/2025 to hide the view of its parties. Photos below show the fences installed to hide
the parties on February 28th and April 19th.
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Sigma Nu knew or should have known about the conditions listed in its CUP after the City sent
a Notice of Violation on 1/8/2025. They knew they were violating the terms of the CUP and the
noise ordinance by subsequently throwing enormous, loud parties. They knew it was wrong,
but they did it anyway, again and again. By their actions and behavior, they have shown that
they do not have any consideration for rules, the law, or the impact of their actions on their
neighbors. I can understand giving them one or two chances, but they've had seven citations
within the past 1 1/2 years. The parties were huge and extremely disruptive, and they did not
care about the consequences.
They got three citations for huge parties after the property owner was issued a
Notice of Violation! It's irrational to reward this behavior with approval of its CUP at 1304
Foothill. I do not understand why City Staff is recommending approval. The CUP should be
revoked.
Sigma Nu has another CUP for separate property at 1292 Foothill, so the fraternity has the
opportunity to prove it can be responsible by following the conditions of the CUP at that
property. They will still be able to operate from a different location. Unfortunately,
the fraternity has shown that it is not able or willing to abide by the conditions of the CUP at
1304 Foothill, and I respectfully request that the CUP be revoked.
Many other fraternities at Cal Poly do not have a legal location or a CUP. Only 6 of Cal Poly's
18 fraternities have CUPs, and Sigma Nu has two for separate properties. Perhaps a different
fraternity would be willing to abide by the terms of the CUP and be better neighbors. Or
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perhaps the property is better suited for standard housing since that area of the neighborhood
has a high concentration of fraternities, which have adversely affected the neighborhood.
I also feel the property owners of fraternity houses should be held accountable for their CUPs.
Fraternities tend to pay a higher amount of rent because it is divided among several people.
Leasing to a fraternity is lucrative for these investors. They also have a responsibility to
ensure that their tenants are not causing mayhem in the neighborhood.
Finally, Cal Poly needs to start taking responsibility for its fraternities. The neighborhoods
cannot accommodate each of the 18 fraternities at Cal Poly. The university is continuing to
recruit new fraternities. Alpha Gamma Rho will be reinstated next year, and Cal Poly recently
announced that Phi Kappa Alpha will join Cal Poly in Fall 2026. The neighborhoods cannot bear
the burden of housing Cal Poly's fraternities, especially when those fraternities are not able to
follow the conditions of their CUPs. Please hold them accountable.
Sigma Nu has demonstrated again and again that it is not able to abide by the conditions of its
CUP at 1304 Foothill or the noise ordinance. Please do not approve the CUP.
Thank you,
Kathie Walker
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From:Christian Chorbajian <
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 4:21 PM
To:Zion, Sarah
Subject:Re: Reject to Correct- Chorbajian
here is the reason attached to the form
On Thu, May 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM Christian Chorbajian < wrote:
sorry i forgot to attach my form here it is and i will take a screenshot of it on the
form I am writing to
respectfully appeal the noise citation issued on May 15th, 2025, at 9:55 PM at 1335 East Foothill Boulevard. I
genuinely believe this citation was unjustly issued, and I appreciate the opportunity to provide context and ask
for a fair review.
At the time of the citation, the clock had not yet reached 10:00 PM, which is when San Luis Obispo’s quiet
hours officially begin. The event in question was a registered gathering hosted through Phi Kappa Psi and
submitted via the Interfraternity Council, which ensures that events are coordinated responsibly and
transparently. We were fully compliant with registration requirements, and the gathering consisted of
approximately 40 guests—well within what is considered reasonable for our property and neighborhood.
Our fraternity house holds a Conditional Use Permit (CUP), which allows us to host events in a structured and
regulated manner. We take that responsibility seriously. This was not an out-of-control party—it was an
organized event with a manageable crowd, and we were mindful of keeping things under control.
The neighbor who made the call is someone we’ve always had a good relationship with, and I truly believe he
contacted the authorities only because he wanted the music turned down—not because he wanted punitive
action taken. He even expressed to us that he didn’t expect or want a citation to result from his call. Once I
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became aware of the complaint, I immediately turned down the music to a much lower volume well before the
officers arrived. I did this out of respect for our neighbors and the community.
When the officers arrived, I was cooperative, respectful, and did everything I could to de-escalate the situation.
At no point did I resist or challenge their presence. I understand the importance of following city policies and
maintaining community standards, and I made every effort to demonstrate that through my actions that night.
Given the citation was issued before quiet hours had officially begun, the event was properly registered, the
complainant’s intent was not punitive, and I responded quickly and respectfully to address the concern, I am
asking that this citation be reviewed and dismissed. I understand the importance of upholding community
rules, and I assure you this experience has only reinforced our commitment to being responsible and
respectful tenants in the San Luis Obispo community.
Thank you for your time, and I appreciate your consideration of this appeal.
On Thu, May 22, 2025 at 4:08 PM Zion, Sarah <SZion@slocity.org> wrote:
Christian Chorbajian,
Please see the attached.
Sarah Zion
pronouns she/her/hers
Legal Assistant II
City Attorney's Office
990 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E szion@slocity.org
T 805.783.7856
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From:Christian Chorbajian <
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 4:18 PM
To:Zion, Sarah
Subject:Re: Reject to Correct- Chorbajian
sorry i forgot to attach my form here it is and i will take a screenshot of it on the
form I am writing to
respectfully appeal the noise citation issued on May 15th, 2025, at 9:55 PM at 1335 East Foothill Boulevard. I
genuinely believe this citation was unjustly issued, and I appreciate the opportunity to provide context and ask
for a fair review.
At the time of the citation, the clock had not yet reached 10:00 PM, which is when San Luis Obispo’s quiet hours
officially begin. The event in question was a registered gathering hosted through Phi Kappa Psi and submitted via
the Interfraternity Council, which ensures that events are coordinated responsibly and transparently. We were
fully compliant with registration requirements, and the gathering consisted of approximately 40 guests—well
within what is considered reasonable for our property and neighborhood.
Our fraternity house holds a Conditional Use Permit (CUP), which allows us to host events in a structured and
regulated manner. We take that responsibility seriously. This was not an out-of-control party—it was an
organized event with a manageable crowd, and we were mindful of keeping things under control.
The neighbor who made the call is someone we’ve always had a good relationship with, and I truly believe he
contacted the authorities only because he wanted the music turned down—not because he wanted punitive
action taken. He even expressed to us that he didn’t expect or want a citation to result from his call. Once I
became aware of the complaint, I immediately turned down the music to a much lower volume well before the
officers arrived. I did this out of respect for our neighbors and the community.
When the officers arrived, I was cooperative, respectful, and did everything I could to de-escalate the situation.
At no point did I resist or challenge their presence. I understand the importance of following city policies and
maintaining community standards, and I made every effort to demonstrate that through my actions that night.
Given the citation was issued before quiet hours had officially begun, the event was properly registered, the
complainant’s intent was not punitive, and I responded quickly and respectfully to address the concern, I am
asking that this citation be reviewed and dismissed. I understand the importance of upholding community rules,
and I assure you this experience has only reinforced our commitment to being responsible and respectful
tenants in the San Luis Obispo community.
Thank you for your time, and I appreciate your consideration of this appeal.
On Thu, May 22, 2025 at 4:08 PM Zion, Sarah <SZion@slocity.org> wrote:
Christian Chorbajian,
Please see the attached.
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Sarah Zion
pronouns she/her/hers
Legal Assistant II
City Attorney's Office
990 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
E szion@slocity.org
T 805.783.7856
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 1:15 PM
To:Jakob Zuckermandel
Subject:RE: Delta Chi CUP
Hi Jacob,
Please see the staff report and associated attachments for the Planning Commission re-review of the existing CUP at
1236 Monte Vista Place (USE-0332-2025) here: https://pub-slocity.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c813e2ee-
7008-45e7-96e0-4a1dc56152c0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English&Item=12&Tab=attachments . The draft CUP is
Attachment A (Draft PC Resolution (USE-0333-2025)). I believe you should be able to download the documents from
that link, but let me know if you have any issues.
I will be out of the office tomorrow, and Monday our office is closed for Memorial Day. I will be working all of Tuesday
and Wednesday ahead of the meeting if you have any questions. If you would like to set a time for a call or meeting
one of those days, I’m available.
Cheers,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Patino, Mallory
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:31 AM
To: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Subject: RE: Delta Chi CUP
Hi Jacob,
I am working this morning to finalize the draft staff report and draft CUP. They should be published sometime today. I
will send you a direct link as soon as they are available!
Best,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:10 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Delta Chi CUP
Hi Mallory,
Now that we are 6 days away from our city council meeting is there a way we can see our revised CUP?
I have a meeting to prepare for the city hall meeting today but do not have the CUP yet.
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
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From:Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 11:55 AM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Cc:Leveille, Brian; Corey, Tyler
Subject:Re: Presentation on 5/28
Hi Timmi,
I asked the students if they would like to be in the Council Meeting room if it is available as they wait to present
to the planning commission. They said they would find it useful.
If it is not too much trouble, we would appreciate having access to it.
Thank you.
Hope you have a good weekend. Nice to have a long one.
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 3:56 PM
To: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Presentation on 5/28
Hi Hema,
We are very excited to see what the students have put together!
I understand about tomorrow morning, no need to meet. I am happy to discuss with them at any point what to expect
at the Planning Commission meeting, or I can do a write up about that if you would like. I could talk next Wednesday
morning at 830-9 if you think that would be helpful.
At this time, we have two items of high interest (fraternity CUP reviews) that are going to be heard at the PC on
Wednesday night as well, that requires staff support from multiple city departments and will include members of the
public and applicants. I apologize for the change from what I previously had planned, but we will need to allow these
projects to be considered before the student presentations.
In terms of how to plan around this – the students are obviously more than welcome to watch the items before their
presentation (it is a good glimpse into planning life). Alternatively you and the class can arrive later (7 pm) to not sit
through the entirety of the other items. I could also inquire about having the council hearing room open for the
students to get ready before it is time for their presentation if that is something you are interested in.
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Thank you,
Timmi
From: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 8:59 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>; crp-553-01-2254@calpoly.edu
Subject: Presentation on 5/28
Hi Timmi,
We had a staff briefing/touch base with you scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday 5/21/25, at 9am. The students
are busy detailing their plans and making sure to address the comments received at the concept meeting on
5/5. I think they are pretty clear where they are going with the work. A conversation is probably not needed to
keep moving forward, but if you or the staff do want to reach out and give any last directives the class is
available at 9. We can set up a zoom link . Please let me know if you would like to meet on Zoom this
Wednesday or at a later point. They have a class on Friday 8 to 12, and Tuesday Wednesday next week from 8 to
12 before presenting at the Wed. 6 pm. PC meeting.
The Planning Commission Agenda for 5/28 is not yet on the Advisory Committee web site. I just wanted to
confirm that the students are on the agenda and will be presenting right after Public Comments. They are
preparing a 50 mins presentation and 10 mins for Q & A.
Please let me know if anything has changed.
Thank you. We are looking forward to this.
All the best.
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
From: Timothea Tway <
Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2025 11:49 AM
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To: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: No check in briefing this Friday.
Hi Hema,
I got your message, thank you! This email went to my personal Gmail, not work email so I apologize for not
responding.
I will let the rest city team know tomorrow is canceled.
Thanks!
On Thu, Apr 24, 2025, 11:42 AM Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu> wrote:
Hi Brian,
Wanted to let you know that the students are not ready yet to brief staff on their ideas for the Monterey
corridor. Given 22 students coordination is a bit more cumbersome, and they are moving along well, but
slower than anticipated.
Thought you would want to free up the 9 to 10.30 slot you might have reserved for us.
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
From: Hemalata C. Dandekar
Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 1:44 PM
To: tway, timmi ( <
Subject: No check in briefing this Friday.
Hi Timmi,
The students are still collecting information for their concept plans this Friday and are not ready to brief you
about what they are considering. We had a staff briefing penciled in for 9 am.
Can we find a time next week that works for you? If not they can present their concept plans at the scheduled
meeting on 5/5/25. They are making great progress so I am not worried about them having something good for
you to react to on 5/5/25.
Let me know what you would prefer.
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Thanks.
Hema.
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
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From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 9:50 AM
To:
Subject:RE: Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
I understand – and I am having internal discussions with Rami and the Code Enforcement team about appropriate
levels of evidence required for certain actions. I apologize that he was incorrect in his phrasing, and we are working on
some training.
I understand your concerns about AskSLO, let me work with the team about how we can best take in your concerns. I
am always happy to help, but my concern is that I also get pulled in many different directions and I do not want emails
that come to me to get lost,
Let me think about the best way for you to submit concerns,
Thanks,
Timmi
From:
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 9:15 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
Hi Timmi,
I have used AskSLO, but sometimes it takes time to process and I wasn't sure if you'd get notification before
tomorrow's event at 280 California from 1 to 4 pm.
So far, Rami has dismissed the complaints through AskSLO as "unable to verify". Last time, the fraternity posted
photos from the backyard of their illegal fraternity house on 281 Hathway, and Rami did not open a case
because he said he needed to prove the violation "beyond a reasonable doubt". I expressed my belief that the
standard is a much lower "preponderance of the evidence," but he responded that he needed to show it was
"beyond a reasonable doubt."
The matter was discussed at the RQN Board meeting, and attorney Stew Jenkins said that the standard is a
preponderance of the evidence.
I will submit via AskSLO, but don't want the situation to get lost in the shuffle.
In January, Christine Dietrick encouraged me to continue to communicate about the situation, and she
mentioned setting up a centralized repository for all the information. (screenshot below) I'm not sure if that's
been done? I am just trying to solve the problem and don't want the violations to continually be swept under the
rug. I will submit them to AskSLO, but I believe they will come back as "unable to verify."
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On Thu, May 22, 2025 at 8:57 AM Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org> wrote:
Thank you – John is out, but I will work with Rami and the Code Enforcement team on these issues you raise.
Do you use ask slo? Reporting violations through that platform would be the best for us, it helps us classify and
organize the various complaints and ensure that we are getting each complaint addressed systematically,
thank you,
Timmi
From:
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:01 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Salem, Rami
<RSalem@slocity.org>
Subject: Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
Hi Timmi, John, and Rami:
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City attorney, Christine Dietrick, said there should be a central repository for the information I provide so
everyone is informed. I am not sure where that is, but please pass this along as necessary so the information is
shared appropriately.
I'm sorry to bother you with yet another fraternity car wash at AEPi, 280 California Blvd, on Friday, 5/23/2025,
from 1 to 4 p.m. Since it's during work hours on Friday, hopefully you can go to verify the event.
Have you spoken with the IFC to tell them that car washes are not legal per the SLO Municipal Code 10.36.080?
It seems every fraternity has car wash fundraisers, and they are super loud, with music, yelling at passing cars,
honking, etc., that goes on and on.. Last year, we heard the car wash at AEPi from our house, and several
others.
334
Delta Upsilon also had some fraternity events at its illegal fraternity houses in our neighborhood, advertised on
its Instagram page. Last week, they held a dunking booth fundraiser at their house at 1868 Loomis (R-1 zone). A
link to the event is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJsRg7nSf28/
They also hosted a concert with one of the bands from Shabang in their backyard at 281 Albert (R-1 zone). A link
is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXia7Uh8kO/?img_index=1
They received a noise citation for that event. Delta Upsilon has been at 281Albert for several years, and the
fraternity events there have been problematic in our neighborhood.
They also had a large dayge in the backyard at 281 Albert last weekend, 5/17/2026. I am positive the event was
registered with Cal Poly because the fraternity guys were wearing yellow safety vests in the front yard while
people were showing up, so it was a coordinated event. There were people in the street, so the street was
partially blocked, and the party was loud. Are you planning to pursue the addresses from the Cal Poly Greek
Life office?
335
Many of the fraternity events are posted on Instagram ahead of time, so you'd see them if you monitored the 18
fraternity Instagram pages.
336
From:
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 9:15 AM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Subject:Re: Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
Hi Timmi,
I have used AskSLO, but sometimes it takes time to process and I wasn't sure if you'd get notification before
tomorrow's event at 280 California from 1 to 4 pm.
So far, Rami has dismissed the complaints through AskSLO as "unable to verify". Last time, the fraternity posted
photos from the backyard of their illegal fraternity house on 281 Hathway, and Rami did not open a case
because he said he needed to prove the violation "beyond a reasonable doubt". I expressed my belief that the
standard is a much lower "preponderance of the evidence," but he responded that he needed to show it was
"beyond a reasonable doubt."
The matter was discussed at the RQN Board meeting, and attorney Stew Jenkins said that the standard is a
preponderance of the evidence.
I will submit via AskSLO, but don't want the situation to get lost in the shuffle.
In January, Christine Dietrick encouraged me to continue to communicate about the situation, and she
mentioned setting up a centralized repository for all the information. (screenshot below) I'm not sure if that's
been done? I am just trying to solve the problem and don't want the violations to continually be swept under the
rug. I will submit them to AskSLO, but I believe they will come back as "unable to verify."
On Thu, May 22, 2025 at 8:57 AM Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org> wrote:
337
Thank you – John is out, but I will work with Rami and the Code Enforcement team on these issues you raise.
Do you use ask slo? Reporting violations through that platform would be the best for us, it helps us classify and
organize the various complaints and ensure that we are getting each complaint addressed systematically,
thank you,
Timmi
From:
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:01 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Salem, Rami
<RSalem@slocity.org>
Subject: Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
Hi Timmi, John, and Rami:
City attorney, Christine Dietrick, said there should be a central repository for the information I provide so
everyone is informed. I am not sure where that is, but please pass this along as necessary so the information is
shared appropriately.
I'm sorry to bother you with yet another fraternity car wash at AEPi, 280 California Blvd, on Friday, 5/23/2025,
from 1 to 4 p.m. Since it's during work hours on Friday, hopefully you can go to verify the event.
338
Have you spoken with the IFC to tell them that car washes are not legal per the SLO Municipal Code 10.36.080?
It seems every fraternity has car wash fundraisers, and they are super loud, with music, yelling at passing cars,
honking, etc., that goes on and on.. Last year, we heard the car wash at AEPi from our house, and several
others.
Delta Upsilon also had some fraternity events at its illegal fraternity houses in our neighborhood, advertised on
its Instagram page. Last week, they held a dunking booth fundraiser at their house at 1868 Loomis (R-1 zone). A
link to the event is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJsRg7nSf28/
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They also hosted a concert with one of the bands from Shabang in their backyard at 281 Albert (R-1 zone). A link
is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXia7Uh8kO/?img_index=1
They received a noise citation for that event. Delta Upsilon has been at 281Albert for several years, and the
fraternity events there have been problematic in our neighborhood.
They also had a large dayge in the backyard at 281 Albert last weekend, 5/17/2026. I am positive the event was
registered with Cal Poly because the fraternity guys were wearing yellow safety vests in the front yard while
people were showing up, so it was a coordinated event. There were people in the street, so the street was
partially blocked, and the party was loud. Are you planning to pursue the addresses from the Cal Poly Greek
Life office?
Many of the fraternity events are posted on Instagram ahead of time, so you'd see them if you monitored the 18
fraternity Instagram pages.
352
From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:57 AM
To: Mezzapesa, John; Salem, Rami
Subject:RE: Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
Thank you – John is out, but I will work with Rami and the Code Enforcement team on these issues you raise.
Do you use ask slo? Reporting violations through that platform would be the best for us, it helps us classify and
organize the various complaints and ensure that we are getting each complaint addressed systematically,
thank you,
Timmi
From:
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:01 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Salem, Rami
<RSalem@slocity.org>
Subject: Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
Hi Timmi, John, and Rami:
City attorney, Christine Dietrick, said there should be a central repository for the information I provide so
everyone is informed. I am not sure where that is, but please pass this along as necessary so the information is
shared appropriately.
I'm sorry to bother you with yet another fraternity car wash at AEPi, 280 California Blvd, on Friday, 5/23/2025,
from 1 to 4 p.m. Since it's during work hours on Friday, hopefully you can go to verify the event.
353
Have you spoken with the IFC to tell them that car washes are not legal per the SLO Municipal Code 10.36.080?
It seems every fraternity has car wash fundraisers, and they are super loud, with music, yelling at passing cars,
honking, etc., that goes on and on.. Last year, we heard the car wash at AEPi from our house, and several others.
Delta Upsilon also had some fraternity events at its illegal fraternity houses in our neighborhood, advertised on
its Instagram page. Last week, they held a dunking booth fundraiser at their house at 1868 Loomis (R-1 zone). A
link to the event is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJsRg7nSf28/
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They also hosted a concert with one of the bands from Shabang in their backyard at 281 Albert (R-1 zone). A link
is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXia7Uh8kO/?img_index=1
They received a noise citation for that event. Delta Upsilon has been at 281Albert for several years, and the
fraternity events there have been problematic in our neighborhood.
They also had a large dayge in the backyard at 281 Albert last weekend, 5/17/2026. I am positive the event was
registered with Cal Poly because the fraternity guys were wearing yellow safety vests in the front yard while
people were showing up, so it was a coordinated event. There were people in the street, so the street was
partially blocked, and the party was loud. Are you planning to pursue the addresses from the Cal Poly Greek Life
office?
Many of the fraternity events are posted on Instagram ahead of time, so you'd see them if you monitored the 18
fraternity Instagram pages.
358
From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:31 AM
To:Jakob Zuckermandel
Subject:RE: Delta Chi CUP
Hi Jacob,
I am working this morning to finalize the draft staff report and draft CUP. They should be published sometime today. I
will send you a direct link as soon as they are available!
Best,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
slocity.org
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From: Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:10 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Delta Chi CUP
Hi Mallory,
Now that we are 6 days away from our city council meeting is there a way we can see our revised CUP?
I have a meeting to prepare for the city hall meeting today but do not have the CUP yet.
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
(
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From:Jakob Zuckermandel <president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:10 AM
To:Patino, Mallory
Subject:Delta Chi CUP
Hi Mallory,
Now that we are 6 days away from our city council meeting is there a way we can see our revised CUP?
I have a meeting to prepare for the city hall meeting today but do not have the CUP yet.
Thanks,
--------------------------------------------------------
Jakob Zuckermandel
President
Delta Chi Fraternity
California Polytechnic State University
president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
(
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From:
Sent:Thursday, May 22, 2025 8:01 AM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi); Mezzapesa, John; Salem, Rami
Subject:Car Wash at 280 California, Fri 5/23 at 5; Delta Upsilon events
Hi Timmi, John, and Rami:
City attorney, Christine Dietrick, said there should be a central repository for the information I provide so
everyone is informed. I am not sure where that is, but please pass this along as necessary so the information is
shared appropriately.
I'm sorry to bother you with yet another fraternity car wash at AEPi, 280 California Blvd, on Friday, 5/23/2025,
from 1 to 4 p.m. Since it's during work hours on Friday, hopefully you can go to verify the event.
Have you spoken with the IFC to tell them that car washes are not legal per the SLO Municipal Code 10.36.080?
It seems every fraternity has car wash fundraisers, and they are super loud, with music, yelling at passing cars,
honking, etc., that goes on and on.. Last year, we heard the car wash at AEPi from our house, and several others.
361
Delta Upsilon also had some fraternity events at its illegal fraternity houses in our neighborhood, advertised on
its Instagram page. Last week, they held a dunking booth fundraiser at their house at 1868 Loomis (R-1 zone). A
link to the event is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJsRg7nSf28/
They also hosted a concert with one of the bands from Shabang in their backyard at 281 Albert (R-1 zone). A link
is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXia7Uh8kO/?img_index=1
They received a noise citation for that event. Delta Upsilon has been at 281Albert for several years, and the
fraternity events there have been problematic in our neighborhood.
They also had a large dayge in the backyard at 281 Albert last weekend, 5/17/2026. I am positive the event was
registered with Cal Poly because the fraternity guys were wearing yellow safety vests in the front yard while
people were showing up, so it was a coordinated event. There were people in the street, so the street was
partially blocked, and the party was loud. Are you planning to pursue the addresses from the Cal Poly Greek Life
office?
Many of the fraternity events are posted on Instagram ahead of time, so you'd see them if you monitored the 18
fraternity Instagram pages.
365
From:SLO <noreply@user.govoutreach.com>
Sent:Wednesday, May 21, 2025 12:10 PM
To:Salem, Rami
Subject:Ask SLO A Survey was filled out for Request #: 11780
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A citizen filled out a survey for Request #: 11780
Request #: 11780
Description: Report of potential event occurring at unpermitted fraternity location.
Department: CDD
Topic: Land Use Violation
Survey Information
Employee Effectiveness: Poor
Time to Respond: Average
Employee Courtesy: No answer
Expectation Met: Below
The comments were: Code violation was verifiable, and confirmed with photographs posted by the
offender on Instagram. Code enforcement did not respond during event and did not
use photos as evidence. Code enforcement is falsely under the impression that the
standard of proof is "beyond all reasonable doubt" but the standard is actually
"preponderance of the evidence". Code enforcement staff needs retraining.
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From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 6:32 PM
To:McDonald, Whitney; Collins, Scott
Subject:FW: PC Hearing for Delta Chi & Sigma Nu on 5/28, Comments and Parties
FYI
From:
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:05 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Patino, Mallory
<mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: PC Hearing for Delta Chi & Sigma Nu on 5/28, Comments and Parties
Timmi,
I see that I already sent you the email to SCLC members on April 17, 2025 so I won't re-send. It is titled SCLC
Meeting on 4/17/2025, St. Fratty's Day party at Delta Chi fraternity. A video was attached to that email showing
the early morning party on 3/15/2025, which was cited by SLOPD with 100 people.
-
On Tue, May 20, 2025 at 11:57 AM wrote:
Hi Timmi,
Yesterday, there were some posts on YikYak about fraternities, and someone posted a photo of Notices they'd
received in the mail. One of the commenters said, "Lfg (let's f--king go), parties gonna be louder and bigger than
ever."
This is the general attitude our neighborhoods near Cal Poly have faced for the past few years. The fraternities
do not care about the city's rules or how their noisy fraternity parties affect their neighbors.
373
Last weekend, worked night shift (7:30 PM - 8 AM) from Thursday to Sunday. I think you know
he's an and needs to get adequate sleep between his shifts so he can
He relies on getting sleep from mid-morning until he wakes up at around 5 PM. He'd
had a particularly and had a hard time getting to sleep, so was
distressed when the parties woke him that day.
On Saturday, we could hear yelling and music from parties. The most disruptive thing for was that the
bass in the music was reverberating in our home, keeping him awake. He asked me to find the party and call it
in. (He did not want to get out of bed and go into the sunlight, which would make it difficult to get back to
sleep.) I thought the party might be on 'frat row' on Foothill because that's usually where the daytime noise
comes from, but the noise was coming from behind Foothill on Monte Vista. I didn't feel comfortable taking a
video because there were so many people in front yards and on the street, so I drove onto Cal Poly's campus
and observed the party at Delta Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place. I took a short video. I was about 150 away from
the source of the noise, and a large, inflatable water slide is visible in the video, with people sitting on the
balcony above it at 1236 Monte Vista.
I called in the party to SLOPD, and it was cleared as a Negative Violation. It's common for SLOPD not to enforce
the noise ordinance, especially with daytime parties, even though they violate the SLOMC 9.12, which is
especially frustrating when sleep is necessary during the day. The SLOMC states that a "noise disturbance" is
prohibited to be clearly audible at 50 feet from the noisemaker, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The city has
declared that a noise violation is considered a "public nuisance".
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I wanted to make you aware of the party at Delta Chi, 1236 Monte Vista Pl, on Saturday, 5/16/2025, and have
attached a video.
Delta Chi also had a party on St. Fratty's Day, 3/15/2025, and was issued a citation at around 4 AM. Cal Poly
prohibited their Greek organizations from hosting parties on St. Fratty's Day, and said the fraternity or sorority
would be suspended if they held a party. Delta Chi and Sigma Nu planned to have parties that morning, but
Sigma Nu cancelled theirs a few days beforehand.
Delta Chi's citation for the party listed 100 people, which is a violation of the maximum occupancy of 53 listed
in its CUP. The City sent the citation to Cal Poly, and Delta Chi was facing suspension, but they appealed to the
Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR). They claimed that they hadn't hosted a party and that 100
people stampeded their fraternity, knocked down fences, and caused the mayhem that led to the noise
citation.
In fact, the fraternity did plan to host a party that morning and painted a banner beforehand that hung in their
courtyard that said "Get Lucky" "St. Fratty's 2025" with Delta Chi's Greek letters in a four-leaf clover. There
were videos posted on TikTok that showed the party very early in the morning on 3/15/2025 (2 AM) and later (3
AM) when a large crowd was in the courtyard, standing around, dancing, conversing, and drinking. There was
no panic or concern on anyone's face and no "stampede" as claimed by Jason Mockford, the Cal Poly
administrator who oversees the Greek Life. Nevertheless, Cal Poly's OSRR bought the story and did not hold
Delta Chi responsible for hosting the party on 3/15/2025.
Jason Mockford defended Delta Chi during an SCLC meeting in April.
was in the audience, but not able to speak because I was not sitting at the table. I wrote an email to the
committee members afterward and will forward it to you so you understand the complete picture. Essentially,
Delta Chi was not held accountable, and everyone at SCLC (the mayor, city manager, etc.) probably believed
Mr. Mockford's story about the fraternity being stampeded by outsiders. If there weren't videos showing
otherwise, no one would know the truth.
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If Delta Chi had been suspended, they would no longer be in good standing and would have lost their
Conditional Use Permit per SLOMC 17.86.130A.3.
I sent a report last week for the fraternity parties held over a weekend last month. Sigma Nu and Delta Chi each
held parties during that weekend. I've attached the pages from my report related to Sigma Nu and Delta Chi. It
includes the noise complaints to SLOPD from last academic year (2023-2024) and this academic year (2024-
2025).
One of the biggest red flags is that these fraternities were aware that they would be appearing before the
Planning Commission for a re-review of their CUPs, yet held huge, noisy parties in violation of their CUPs.
Sigma Nu had fenced off their front yard and covered the fence with tarps to hide parties in their front yard.
Since they became aware of the PC hearing, there were noise complaints on 2/22/2025, 2/28/2025, 3/1/2025,
and 4/19/2025. Of those, three received noise citations with 80-100 people. Sigma Nu had many noise
citations before that, but what stands out is that they knew they would have to plead their case to the City at a
hearing, and still held these huge, noisy parties. This illustrates their lack of concern for the neighborhood and
the rules. There has never been any accountability for their behavior. It is so frustrating!
Delta Chi has had five noise complaints since they became aware of the hearing, and three resulted in noise
citations. Before that, they also had a significant history of noise citations. But their behavior after knowing they
needed to take some responsibility and would appear at a hearing shows that they don't care.
Please keep this information in mind for the upcoming Planning Commission hearing.
Thank you,
1236 Monte Vista 5.17.2025 Delta Chi.mp4
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From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 6:32 PM
To: Mezzapesa, John; Patino, Mallory
Subject:RE: PC Hearing for Delta Chi & Sigma Nu on 5/28, Comments and Parties
Thank you for sending this to me, I will give you a call later this week.
Timmi
From:
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:05 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>; Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>; Patino, Mallory
<mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: PC Hearing for Delta Chi & Sigma Nu on 5/28, Comments and Parties
Timmi,
I see that I already sent you the email to SCLC members on April 17, 2025 so I won't re-send. It is titled SCLC
Meeting on 4/17/2025, St. Fratty's Day party at Delta Chi fraternity. A video was attached to that email showing
the early morning party on 3/15/2025, which was cited by SLOPD with 100 people.
-
On Tue, May 20, 2025 at 11:57 AM wrote:
Hi Timmi,
Yesterday, there were some posts on YikYak about fraternities, and someone posted a photo of Notices they'd
received in the mail. One of the commenters said, "Lfg (let's f--king go), parties gonna be louder and bigger than
ever."
This is the general attitude our neighborhoods near Cal Poly have faced for the past few years. The fraternities
do not care about the city's rules or how their noisy fraternity parties affect their neighbors.
373
Last weekend, worked night shift (7:30 PM - 8 AM) from Thursday to Sunday. I think you know
he's an and needs to get adequate sleep between his shifts so he can
He relies on getting sleep from mid-morning until he wakes up at around 5 PM. He'd
had a particularly and had a hard time getting to sleep, so was
distressed when the parties woke him that day.
On Saturday, we could hear yelling and music from parties. The most disruptive thing for was that the
bass in the music was reverberating in our home, keeping him awake. He asked me to find the party and call it
in. (He did not want to get out of bed and go into the sunlight, which would make it difficult to get back to
sleep.) I thought the party might be on 'frat row' on Foothill because that's usually where the daytime noise
comes from, but the noise was coming from behind Foothill on Monte Vista. I didn't feel comfortable taking a
video because there were so many people in front yards and on the street, so I drove onto Cal Poly's campus
and observed the party at Delta Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place. I took a short video. I was about 150 away from
the source of the noise, and a large, inflatable water slide is visible in the video, with people sitting on the
balcony above it at 1236 Monte Vista.
I called in the party to SLOPD, and it was cleared as a Negative Violation. It's common for SLOPD not to enforce
the noise ordinance, especially with daytime parties, even though they violate the SLOMC 9.12, which is
especially frustrating when sleep is necessary during the day. The SLOMC states that a "noise disturbance" is
prohibited to be clearly audible at 50 feet from the noisemaker, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The city has
declared that a noise violation is considered a "public nuisance".
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I wanted to make you aware of the party at Delta Chi, 1236 Monte Vista Pl, on Saturday, 5/16/2025, and have
attached a video.
Delta Chi also had a party on St. Fratty's Day, 3/15/2025, and was issued a citation at around 4 AM. Cal Poly
prohibited their Greek organizations from hosting parties on St. Fratty's Day, and said the fraternity or sorority
would be suspended if they held a party. Delta Chi and Sigma Nu planned to have parties that morning, but
Sigma Nu cancelled theirs a few days beforehand.
Delta Chi's citation for the party listed 100 people, which is a violation of the maximum occupancy of 53 listed
in its CUP. The City sent the citation to Cal Poly, and Delta Chi was facing suspension, but they appealed to the
Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR). They claimed that they hadn't hosted a party and that 100
people stampeded their fraternity, knocked down fences, and caused the mayhem that led to the noise
citation.
In fact, the fraternity did plan to host a party that morning and painted a banner beforehand that hung in their
courtyard that said "Get Lucky" "St. Fratty's 2025" with Delta Chi's Greek letters in a four-leaf clover. There
were videos posted on TikTok that showed the party very early in the morning on 3/15/2025 (2 AM) and later (3
AM) when a large crowd was in the courtyard, standing around, dancing, conversing, and drinking. There was
no panic or concern on anyone's face and no "stampede" as claimed by Jason Mockford, the Cal Poly
administrator who oversees the Greek Life. Nevertheless, Cal Poly's OSRR bought the story and did not hold
Delta Chi responsible for hosting the party on 3/15/2025.
Jason Mockford defended Delta Chi during an SCLC meeting in April. I
was in the audience, but not able to speak because I was not sitting at the table. I wrote an email to the
committee members afterward and will forward it to you so you understand the complete picture. Essentially,
Delta Chi was not held accountable, and everyone at SCLC (the mayor, city manager, etc.) probably believed
Mr. Mockford's story about the fraternity being stampeded by outsiders. If there weren't videos showing
otherwise, no one would know the truth.
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If Delta Chi had been suspended, they would no longer be in good standing and would have lost their
Conditional Use Permit per SLOMC 17.86.130A.3.
I sent a report last week for the fraternity parties held over a weekend last month. Sigma Nu and Delta Chi each
held parties during that weekend. I've attached the pages from my report related to Sigma Nu and Delta Chi. It
includes the noise complaints to SLOPD from last academic year (2023-2024) and this academic year (2024-
2025).
One of the biggest red flags is that these fraternities were aware that they would be appearing before the
Planning Commission for a re-review of their CUPs, yet held huge, noisy parties in violation of their CUPs.
Sigma Nu had fenced off their front yard and covered the fence with tarps to hide parties in their front yard.
Since they became aware of the PC hearing, there were noise complaints on 2/22/2025, 2/28/2025, 3/1/2025,
and 4/19/2025. Of those, three received noise citations with 80-100 people. Sigma Nu had many noise
citations before that, but what stands out is that they knew they would have to plead their case to the City at a
hearing, and still held these huge, noisy parties. This illustrates their lack of concern for the neighborhood and
the rules. There has never been any accountability for their behavior. It is so frustrating!
Delta Chi has had five noise complaints since they became aware of the hearing, and three resulted in noise
citations. Before that, they also had a significant history of noise citations. But their behavior after knowing they
needed to take some responsibility and would appear at a hearing shows that they don't care.
Please keep this information in mind for the upcoming Planning Commission hearing.
Thank you,
1236 Monte Vista 5.17.2025 Delta Chi.mp4
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From:McDonald, Whitney
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 6:11 PM
To:Hermann, Greg
Subject:FW: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
FYI
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 8:50 AM
To: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>
Cc: Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>
Subject: FW: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
FYI only – no action needed, I sent to Christine, but wanted you to have a copy, in case it is helpful. Whitney, she
does mention the SCLC meeting from last week that you attended.
Thanks,
Timmi
From:
Sent: Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:57 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
Thank you, Timmi. It would be great to hear from you.
I have a question, and maybe John has the answer, so I'm copying him on this email. On what date were the
fraternities notified that there would be a re-review of their CUPs? (Also, which fraternities are being re-
reviewed?) I spoke about this briefly with John at the Community Forum in January, so I'm aware that it was in
the works then, but it would be helpful to know the exact date they were notified.
Would you be able to provide me with a copy of the notification that was sent to each of the fraternity properties
per the CPRA?
Foremost, I want you to know that I recognize that the "fraternity problem" is something you inherited (unfairly,
in my opinion, because the City knew it was happening but looked the other way). I also realize that the situation
is made more complicated because Cal Poly is not cooperating with the City to solve the problem, and in fact, is
enabling it to continue. I also know it is going to take an enormous effort to fix the problem. I think you are doing
an amazing job as Community Development Director! You have a ton on your plate with the housing issues
alone. I hope you aren't discouraged by my persistence. I also appreciate John and give him a lot of credit for his
hard work on this problem, while having a lot of other responsibilities in his role as a Building Official.
I was not able to attend the SCLC meeting on Thursday, but heard from another Representative that the IFC
President, Colin Shea, gave a presentation about the process for other fraternity chapters to become
recognized at Cal Poly. There are some new fraternities that will be joining the 19 current fraternities soon.
Whitney McDonald asked the Cal Poly Greek Life administrator, Jason Mockford, if the fraternities needed to
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have a house lined up in a legal location before they were approved for recognition, and Jason told her that Cal
Poly is not concerned about the fraternity's housing. I was told that Whitney McDonald wasn't happy about that
and expressed her frustration.
Whitney also pushed SCLC to adopt the initiative to end St. Fratty's Day in the neighborhood at the beginning of
this academic year, even though there was significant pushback from Cal Poly to resist adopting that initiative. I
am an alternate SCLC Representative for the Geographical Neighborhoods, and was serving that day, so I was
able to speak in support of Whitney by citing Chief Scott's statements last year that stopping St. Fratty's must be
led by Cal Poly and the student community. The Chair (ASI President) reluctantly added solving the issue to the
list of initiatives for the year.
At that point, nobody knew that the Grand Jury was investigating a complaint about the fraternities and St.
Fratty's Day. The Grand Jury has finished its report now, and it will be released soon, so I don't think it's a secret
anymore. I haven't been able to tell anyone about the investigation while it was ongoing, and it will be a relief to
have the report made public. To be honest, there was no significant action around solving the St. Fratty's Day
problem until people started getting called in to be interviewed by the Grand Jury. I noticed a substantial shift in
tone and action once those interviews started. I am tempted to file a complaint about the illegal fraternities in
July when the new Grand Jury is empaneled because it seems that may be the only way to expedite a solution.
The problem is getting worse every year, and new fraternities are being approved and will likely move into our
neighborhood. It has to stop.
I look forward to hearing from you and to making progress toward an overall solution to this problem. Please
forward the notifications sent to the fraternities regarding the re-reviews of the CUPs whenever you can. Thank
you so much for all of your effort.
Sincerely,
On Fri, May 16, 2025 at 4:56 PM Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org> wrote:
Thank you, I have received this and the subsequent email. I will need to circle back with staff who have been
looking into the various frat issues and will get back to you next week. I may give you a call as well to discuss.
In the meantime, and I am sure you are aware, that several CUPs will be at planning commission on May 28 for
re-review. The staff reports will be available next week and I will make sure this group is notified when they are
posted.
Thank you, and I hope you have a nice weekend.
Timmi
From: kathie walker <
Sent: Friday, May 16, 2025 3:42:42 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Sandra Rowley < ; Carolyn Smith < ; Brett Cross < ;
Stewjenkins Info <
Subject: Re: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
Hi Timmi,
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I'm following up on the email I sent on 4/17/2025 regarding Alpha Epsilon Pi's CUP.
On Wednesday, 4/16/2025, a noise citation was issued at 10:55 PM with 150 people listed at the fraternity
event. This event violates multiple conditions of the fraternity's CUP at 280 California Blvd and constitutes a
public nuisance, per the SLOMC. It is especially egregious because there were 150 people, six times the
maximum occupancy of 25 people legally allowed by the fraternity's CUP.
On Friday, 4/18/2025, a noise citation was issued at 10:11 PM with 100 people listed at the fraternity
event. This event violates multiple conditions of the fraternity's CUP at 280 California Blvd. and exceeds the
maximum occupancy limit of 25 by 75 people, or four times the limit.
Condition 4 states that the maximum occupancy cannot exceed 25 people. It also states that a
transportation management plan is required for events that exceed 25 people.
Condition 9 states that the fraternity shall comply with the City's noise ordinance.
Condition 12 says that the permit may be revoked if the fraternity fails to comply with any of the conditions or
code requirements, or the conduct is a violation of the law, or constitutes a public nuisance or causes adverse
impacts on the health, safety, or welfare of persons in the vicinity.
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During the Planning Commission hearing on 11/13/2024, there was significant discussion about Condition
12. Commissioners confirmed that a noise violation is a "public nuisance" according to the city's municipal
code. 9.12.010 defines a noise violation as a "public nuisance".
At the conclusion of the hearing, it was the understanding of the Commissioners that the fraternity would
return to the Planning Commission if there was a single violation of the noise ordinance.
Commissioner Tolle made the following comment:
At 1:17:24: Commissioner Tolle: "Yeah, I just wanted to make sure that the Applicant is aware that if another violation
occurs, you’re going to be right back in here and we’re going to have to do this all over again. I get it. I understand frat life.
But you’re in a neighborhood. You’re not out in a Greek Row. That’s what’s before us today. So I just want to make that
clear because I feel that the conditions aren’t that strict, as far as repercussions are concerned, so the only thing that we
can lean on is that you will be back here if it happens again."
In my email on 4/17/2025, I said that during the hearing on 11/13/2024, the Commissioners discussed the
terms of the CUP, and they warned the fraternity members that if the fraternity gets a single citation, the
Commissioners wanted the CUP to be revisited. I asked what action you would take regarding the matter.
You responded that you would review with Code Enforcement, look at the CUP, and the hearing record
from 11/13/2024.
At the time of my email, the fraternity had only received one citation with 150 people. That event violated
multiple conditions of the CUP. After my email, the fraternity received the second citation with 100 people,
which also violated multiple conditions of the CUP.
I have not heard back from you.
Based on the multiple violations of the conditions of the CUP, I believe the fraternity should go back to the
Planning Commission, as was stated by the Commissioners on 11/13/2024. Would you please let me know
what actions have or are going to be taken to resolve this issue?
Thank you and have a great weekend.
-Kathie
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From:Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 5:44 PM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Cc:Leveille, Brian; Corey, Tyler; crp-553-01-2254@calpoly.edu
Subject:Presentation on 5/28
Hi Timmi,
Thank you for getting back to me with a heads up on the way the agenda for the 5/28 meeting is shaping up. I
completely understand that the items that need staff support from multiple departments need to go first. I
know from 8 years on the Planning Commission how worked up the community can get over Conditional Use
Permits, especially where student residents are anticipated! So the students need to be prepared and sit it
out. I will ask the class if they need a room to prepare or if they are ok just to be in the audience and ready to go
up and speak when called on. Most probably after 7 pm.
I will touch base with you on Tuesday. The Meeting Agenda should be noticed and on the web by then. And we
can determine if a chat with you on Wednesday is needed. I know you have a lot on your hands. I don't think
there is any need for you to write up how Commission Meetings go. It has not changed much since I was on it
just a couple of years ago. We streamed clips of a Planning Commission meeting to give the students a sense of
how a PC meeting is run. I was planning to have them speak from the podiu m and use a pointer to indicate what
they are talking about. It looks like it is still an on-screen projection. Does a laser pointer still work? It used to.
We are aiming for 50 mins with 10 mins Q and A. Hope that is still ok. Thanks for this opportunity. The students
are looking forward to the challenge. Very good experience.
All the best,
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 3:56 PM
To: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>; Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Presentation on 5/28
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Hi Hema,
We are very excited to see what the students have put together!
I understand about tomorrow morning, no need to meet. I am happy to discuss with them at any point what to expect
at the Planning Commission meeting, or I can do a write up about that if you would like. I could talk next Wednesday
morning at 830-9 if you think that would be helpful.
At this time, we have two items of high interest (fraternity CUP reviews) that are going to be heard at the PC on
Wednesday night as well, that requires staff support from multiple city departments and will include members of the
public and applicants. I apologize for the change from what I previously had planned, but we will need to allow these
projects to be considered before the student presentations.
In terms of how to plan around this – the students are obviously more than welcome to watch the items before their
presentation (it is a good glimpse into planning life). Alternatively you and the class can arrive later (7 pm) to not sit
through the entirety of the other items. I could also inquire about having the council hearing room open for the
students to get ready before it is time for their presentation if that is something you are interested in.
Thank you,
Timmi
From: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 8:59 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>; crp-553-01-2254@calpoly.edu
Subject: Presentation on 5/28
Hi Timmi,
We had a staff briefing/touch base with you scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday 5/21/25, at 9am. The students
are busy detailing their plans and making sure to address the comments received at the concept meeting on
5/5. I think they are pretty clear where they are going with the work. A conversation is probably not needed to
keep moving forward, but if you or the staff do want to reach out and give any last directives the class is
available at 9. We can set up a zoom link . Please let me know if you would like to meet on Zoom this
Wednesday or at a later point. They have a class on Friday 8 to 12, and Tuesday Wednesday next week from 8 to
12 before presenting at the Wed. 6 pm. PC meeting.
The Planning Commission Agenda for 5/28 is not yet on the Advisory Committee web site. I just wanted to
confirm that the students are on the agenda and will be presenting right after Public Comments. They are
preparing a 50 mins presentation and 10 mins for Q & A.
Please let me know if anything has changed.
Thank you. We are looking forward to this.
All the best.
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
386
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
From: Timothea Tway <
Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2025 11:49 AM
To: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: No check in briefing this Friday.
Hi Hema,
I got your message, thank you! This email went to my personal Gmail, not work email so I apologize for not
responding.
I will let the rest city team know tomorrow is canceled.
Thanks!
On Thu, Apr 24, 2025, 11:42 AM Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu> wrote:
Hi Brian,
Wanted to let you know that the students are not ready yet to brief staff on their ideas for the Monterey
corridor. Given 22 students coordination is a bit more cumbersome, and they are moving along well, but
slower than anticipated.
Thought you would want to free up the 9 to 10.30 slot you might have reserved for us.
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
387
From: Hemalata C. Dandekar
Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 1:44 PM
To: tway, timmi (
Subject: No check in briefing this Friday.
Hi Timmi,
The students are still collecting information for their concept plans this Friday and are not ready to brief you
about what they are considering. We had a staff briefing penciled in for 9 am.
Can we find a time next week that works for you? If not they can present their concept plans at the scheduled
meeting on 5/5/25. They are making great progress so I am not worried about them having something good for
you to react to on 5/5/25.
Let me know what you would prefer.
Thanks.
Hema.
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
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From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 3:56 PM
To:Hemalata C. Dandekar
Cc:Leveille, Brian; Corey, Tyler
Subject:RE: Presentation on 5/28
Hi Hema,
We are very excited to see what the students have put together!
I understand about tomorrow morning, no need to meet. I am happy to discuss with them at any point what to expect
at the Planning Commission meeting, or I can do a write up about that if you would like. I could talk next Wednesday
morning at 830-9 if you think that would be helpful.
At this time, we have two items of high interest (fraternity CUP reviews) that are going to be heard at the PC on
Wednesday night as well, that requires staff support from multiple city departments and will include members of the
public and applicants. I apologize for the change from what I previously had planned, but we will need to allow these
projects to be considered before the student presentations.
In terms of how to plan around this – the students are obviously more than welcome to watch the items before their
presentation (it is a good glimpse into planning life). Alternatively you and the class can arrive later (7 pm) to not sit
through the entirety of the other items. I could also inquire about having the council hearing room open for the
students to get ready before it is time for their presentation if that is something you are interested in.
Thank you,
Timmi
From: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 8:59 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>; crp-553-01-2254@calpoly.edu
Subject: Presentation on 5/28
Hi Timmi,
We had a staff briefing/touch base with you scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday 5/21/25, at 9am. The students
are busy detailing their plans and making sure to address the comments received at the concept meeting on
5/5. I think they are pretty clear where they are going with the work. A conversation is probably not needed to
keep moving forward, but if you or the staff do want to reach out and give any last directives the class is
available at 9. We can set up a zoom link . Please let me know if you would like to meet on Zoom this
Wednesday or at a later point. They have a class on Friday 8 to 12, and Tuesday Wednesday next week from 8 to
12 before presenting at the Wed. 6 pm. PC meeting.
The Planning Commission Agenda for 5/28 is not yet on the Advisory Committee web site. I just wanted to
confirm that the students are on the agenda and will be presenting right after Public Comments. They are
preparing a 50 mins presentation and 10 mins for Q & A.
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Please let me know if anything has changed.
Thank you. We are looking forward to this.
All the best.
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
From: Timothea Tway <
Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2025 11:49 AM
To: Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu>
Cc: Leveille, Brian <bleveill@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: No check in briefing this Friday.
Hi Hema,
I got your message, thank you! This email went to my personal Gmail, not work email so I apologize for not
responding.
I will let the rest city team know tomorrow is canceled.
Thanks!
On Thu, Apr 24, 2025, 11:42 AM Hemalata C. Dandekar <hdandeka@calpoly.edu> wrote:
Hi Brian,
Wanted to let you know that the students are not ready yet to brief staff on their ideas for the Monterey
corridor. Given 22 students coordination is a bit more cumbersome, and they are moving along well, but
slower than anticipated.
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Thought you would want to free up the 9 to 10.30 slot you might have reserved for us.
Hema
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
From: Hemalata C. Dandekar
Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 1:44 PM
To: tway, timmi (
Subject: No check in briefing this Friday.
Hi Timmi,
The students are still collecting information for their concept plans this Friday and are not ready to brief you
about what they are considering. We had a staff briefing penciled in for 9 am.
Can we find a time next week that works for you? If not they can present their concept plans at the scheduled
meeting on 5/5/25. They are making great progress so I am not worried about them having something good for
you to react to on 5/5/25.
Let me know what you would prefer.
Thanks.
Hema.
Hemalata C. Dandekar, Ph.D.
Professor. Department of City and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
394
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo
CA 93407-0283
tel: 805-756-7553. fax: 805-756-1340
Home Page https://hemalatadandekarbooks.wordpress.com/
Beyond Curry. Paper Back: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RGSP3TN
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RLSZHLL
395
From:
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:05 PM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi); Mezzapesa, John; Patino, Mallory
Subject:Re: PC Hearing for Delta Chi & Sigma Nu on 5/28, Comments and Parties
Timmi,
I see that I already sent you the email to SCLC members on April 17, 2025 so I won't re-send. It is titled SCLC
Meeting on 4/17/2025, St. Fratty's Day party at Delta Chi fraternity. A video was attached to that email showing
the early morning party on 3/15/2025, which was cited by SLOPD with 100 people.
-Kathie
On Tue, May 20, 2025 at 11:57 AM wrote:
Hi Timmi,
Yesterday, there were some posts on YikYak about fraternities, and someone posted a photo of Notices they'd
received in the mail. One of the commenters said, "Lfg (let's f--king go), parties gonna be louder and bigger than
ever."
This is the general attitude our neighborhoods near Cal Poly have faced for the past few years. The fraternities
do not care about the city's rules or how their noisy fraternity parties affect their neighbors.
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Last weekend, worked night shift (7:30 PM - 8 AM) from Thursday to Sunday. I think you know
he's and needs to get adequate sleep between his shifts so he can
He relies on getting sleep from mid-morning until he wakes up at around 5 PM. He'd
had had a hard time getting to sleep, so was
distressed when the parties woke him that day.
On Saturday, we could hear yelling and music from parties. The most disruptive thing for was that the
bass in the music was reverberating in our home, keeping him awake. He asked me to find the party and call it
in. (He did not want to get out of bed and go into the sunlight, which would make it difficult to get back to
sleep.) I thought the party might be on 'frat row' on Foothill because that's usually where the daytime noise
comes from, but the noise was coming from behind Foothill on Monte Vista. I didn't feel comfortable taking a
video because there were so many people in front yards and on the street, so I drove onto Cal Poly's campus
and observed the party at Delta Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place. I took a short video. I was about 150 away from
the source of the noise, and a large, inflatable water slide is visible in the video, with people sitting on the
balcony above it at 1236 Monte Vista.
I called in the party to SLOPD, and it was cleared as a Negative Violation. It's common for SLOPD not to enforce
the noise ordinance, especially with daytime parties, even though they violate the SLOMC 9.12, which is
especially frustrating when sleep is necessary during the day. The SLOMC states that a "noise disturbance" is
prohibited to be clearly audible at 50 feet from the noisemaker, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The city has
declared that a noise violation is considered a "public nuisance".
I wanted to make you aware of the party at Delta Chi, 1236 Monte Vista Pl, on Saturday, 5/16/2025, and have
attached a video.
Delta Chi also had a party on St. Fratty's Day, 3/15/2025, and was issued a citation at around 4 AM. Cal Poly
prohibited their Greek organizations from hosting parties on St. Fratty's Day, and said the fraternity or sorority
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would be suspended if they held a party. Delta Chi and Sigma Nu planned to have parties that morning, but
Sigma Nu cancelled theirs a few days beforehand.
Delta Chi's citation for the party listed 100 people, which is a violation of the maximum occupancy of 53 listed
in its CUP. The City sent the citation to Cal Poly, and Delta Chi was facing suspension, but they appealed to the
Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR). They claimed that they hadn't hosted a party and that 100
people stampeded their fraternity, knocked down fences, and caused the mayhem that led to the noise
citation.
In fact, the fraternity did plan to host a party that morning and painted a banner beforehand that hung in their
courtyard that said "Get Lucky" "St. Fratty's 2025" with Delta Chi's Greek letters in a four-leaf clover. There
were videos posted on TikTok that showed the party very early in the morning on 3/15/2025 (2 AM) and later (3
AM) when a large crowd was in the courtyard, standing around, dancing, conversing, and drinking. There was
no panic or concern on anyone's face and no "stampede" as claimed by Jason Mockford, the Cal Poly
administrator who oversees the Greek Life. Nevertheless, Cal Poly's OSRR bought the story and did not hold
Delta Chi responsible for hosting the party on 3/15/2025.
Jason Mockford defended Delta Chi during an SCLC meeting in April.
was in the audience, but not able to speak because I was not sitting at the table. I wrote an email to the
committee members afterward and will forward it to you so you understand the complete picture. Essentially,
Delta Chi was not held accountable, and everyone at SCLC (the mayor, city manager, etc.) probably believed
Mr. Mockford's story about the fraternity being stampeded by outsiders. If there weren't videos showing
otherwise, no one would know the truth.
If Delta Chi had been suspended, they would no longer be in good standing and would have lost their
Conditional Use Permit per SLOMC 17.86.130A.3.
I sent a report last week for the fraternity parties held over a weekend last month. Sigma Nu and Delta Chi each
held parties during that weekend. I've attached the pages from my report related to Sigma Nu and Delta Chi. It
includes the noise complaints to SLOPD from last academic year (2023-2024) and this academic year (2024-
2025).
One of the biggest red flags is that these fraternities were aware that they would be appearing before the
Planning Commission for a re-review of their CUPs, yet held huge, noisy parties in violation of their CUPs.
Sigma Nu had fenced off their front yard and covered the fence with tarps to hide parties in their front yard.
Since they became aware of the PC hearing, there were noise complaints on 2/22/2025, 2/28/2025, 3/1/2025,
and 4/19/2025. Of those, three received noise citations with 80-100 people. Sigma Nu had many noise
citations before that, but what stands out is that they knew they would have to plead their case to the City at a
hearing, and still held these huge, noisy parties. This illustrates their lack of concern for the neighborhood and
the rules. There has never been any accountability for their behavior. It is so frustrating!
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Delta Chi has had five noise complaints since they became aware of the hearing, and three resulted in noise
citations. Before that, they also had a significant history of noise citations. But their behavior after knowing they
needed to take some responsibility and would appear at a hearing shows that they don't care.
Please keep this information in mind for the upcoming Planning Commission hearing.
Thank you,
To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of
this picture from the Internet. 1236 Monte Vista 5.17.2025 Delta Chi.mp4
DELTA CHI – Conditional Use Permit, R-4 zone
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•The property at 1236 Monte Vista Pl has had a Conditional Use Permit since August 1998.
•The maximum occupancy on site is 53 people. (CUP Item #4)
•The fraternity must comply with all laws, including the noise ordinance. (CUP Item #12)
On 3/15/2025, the fraternity was cited for a noisy party at 4:21 AM with 100 people.
Calls to SLOPD for noisy parties (NSPY) at 1236 Monte Vista Place are below:
Fall 2024 to
present
(2024-2025)
academic year
2023-2024
academic year
SIGMA NU – Conditional Use Permit, R-4 zone
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•When Sigma Nu hosts a party, it often installs 6’ fences around the perimeter of its front yard
and covers the fences with plastic or tarps to obscure the view of its fraternity parties.
•The fraternity members remove the fence a day or two after the party. See photos from party on
4/19/2024 (below) and 2/28/2025 (at bottom of page)
**
Sigma Pi installed a fence
covered with plastic to hide its
party on 2/28/2025 (left).
The fraternity received a noise
citation for a noisy party with 100
people. (above)
**HBD – “Has Been Drinking” or Intoxicated
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Fall 2024 to
present
2024-2025
academic yr
2023-2024
academic
year
Calls to SLOPD for noisy parties (NSPY) at 1304 Foothill are below:
•Most citations to Sigma Nu list 100 people at the parties.
•SLOPD officers do not count the number of attendees. Officers frequently ask the host of the
party how many people are at the event and use the number given by the host on the citation.
•Sigma Nu also has multiple “satellite” fraternity houses that host noisy fraternity parties in the
neighborhood, which is illegal. These events are registered beforehand with Cal Poly’s Greek Life
office therefore the locations of illegal fraternity houses are known to Cal Poly but not shared with
the City. Community Development made a Public Records Request for the addresses of
registered fraternity events, and Cal Poly refused to disclose the locations to the City.
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From:Mezzapesa, John
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:22 AM
To:Patino, Mallory
Subject:1304 Foothill Admin Citation
Attachments:1304 Foothill 2025-04-02 Administrative Citation.pdf
I think this is the citation you’re looking for.
John Mezzapesa
Code Enforcement Supervisor
Community Development
Building and Safety
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Declaration of Service and Posting of Notice
SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1304 Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
CASE NO.: 000002-2025 Citation No.: 00038933 Officer: Rami Salem
I/we, the undersigned, declare that at all times herein mentioned, I/we were and now are a duly authorized
employee(s) of the Community Development Department, City of San Luis Obispo, State of California; that
pursuant to Section 1.24.050G of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code (SLOMC), Section 1101.4 of the
Uniform Housing Code, or Section 401.4 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, as
adopted by Section 15.02.010 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code, I/we deposited in a receptacle for the
U.S. Postal Service, in a sealed envelope, postage prepaid, by regular mail, and/or certified mail, return
receipt requested the following:
A Notice to Correct,
Notice of Violation,
Administrative Citation,
Stop-Work Notice,
Notice of Hearing,
Notice of Proposed Lien,
Notice of Special Assessment
Notifying the owner of the property of the subject address referenced above of violations of the San Luis
Obispo Municipal Code existing on the property and/or of related abatement proceedings.
The above notice was sent to each person having an interest in the property at their respective addresses as
listed in the Notice, and a copy of the notice was posted at the subject address.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Executed this 02 day of 04, 2024, San Luis Obispo, California
Officer or clerk effecting service by mail:
Rami Salem Rami Salem 01:17 PM 04/02/2025
(Print Name) (Signature) (Time/date)
Officer effecting service by posting:
Rami Salem Rami Salem 01:17 PM 04/02/2025
(Print Name) (Signature) (Time/date)
Citation No.:00038933
ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION
AND ORDER TO COMPLY WITH
SAN LUIS OBISPO MUNICIPAL CODE
1st Citation 2nd Citation 3rd Citation Additional / Daily Fines
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1304 Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo,CA 93405 APN:052-081-011
DATE OF VIOLATION: 01/08/2025
NAME: Wright Thomas E Tre Etal, Inative Wright Decedants Trust (TR 1)
ADDRESS:
PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 1.24 OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO MUNICIPAL CODE, YOU ARE HEREBY ORDERED
TO IMMEDIATELY CORRECT THE VIOLATION(S) DESCRIBED BELOW AND PAY THE FINE. YOU ARE
FURTHER ORDERED TO CEASE THE ACTIVITY GIVING RISE TO THE VIOLATION. WHEN CORRECTIONS
ARE COMPLETE PLEASE SCHEDULE AN INSPECTION BY CALLING (805)781-7180. TO AVOID ADDITIONAL
FINES COMPLIANCE MUST BE VERIFIED BY DEPARTMENT STAFF. IF DAILY FINES APPLY AS NOTED
ABOVE, THE FINES SHALL ACCRUE DAILY UNTIL THE VIOLATION(S) ARE CORRECTED. FAILURE TO
CORRECT THE VIOLATION(S) WILL RESULT IN THE ISSUANCE OF ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE
CITATIONS AND ESCALATING FINES OR OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTION.
CODE SECTION DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION FINE
MC § 17.76.060
“It shall be unlawful and a public nuisance for any person, firm
or corporation, owning, leasing, occupying, or having
possession of any private property in the City to maintain such
property in such a manner that any of the following conditions
are found to exist thereon:
1. Any violation of the provisions of a minor use permit,
conditional use permit, planned development permit,
architectural review approval, variance, or other land use
entitlement or land use permit.”
$50
Amount Due $50
Failure to pay the fines may result in the suspension of any pending applications or permits. Unpaid fines
become delinquent after 30 days and are subject to interest accrual of 8% per month as contained in
SLOMC 1.24.070 C. The City may pursue all legal, equitable, and administrative remedies for
the collection of unpaid civil administrative fines. Delinquent fines will be forwarded to a collection agency
for payment.
Mail Payments to: City of San Luis Obispo, Community Development Department
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
You may file an APPEAL of this Administrative Citation by submitting a request in writing to the
Hearing Administrator within ten days of the date this Administrative Citation is issued as shown below.
Each responsible party is individually required to file an appeal. FAILURE TO FILE AN APPEAL
WILL WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO CONTEST THIS CITATION. Please see the attached Appeal Form
for more information.
[Type text]
Mail Appeals to: City of San Luis Obispo, City Clerk
990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Issued By: Rami Salem Signature: Rami Salem Title: Code Enforcement Officer
RELATED CE CASE: CODE-000002-2025 DATE CITATION ISSUED: 04/01/2025
INVOICE (00038933)
FOR CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
BILLING CONTACT
INACTIVE WRIGHT DECEDENTS TRUST (TR 1)
WRIGHT THOMAS E TRE ETAL
SOUTH PASADENA, CA 91030
INVOICE NUMBER INVOICE DATE INVOICE DUE DATE INVOICE STATUS INVOICE DESCRIPTION
00038933 04/01/2025 05/01/2025 NONEDue
REFERENCE NUMBER FEE NAME TOTAL
CODE-000002-2025 NSS 1st Admin Citation $50.00
$50.00 SUBTOTAL1304 Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
TOTAL $50.00 REMITTANCE INFORMATION
Report Text Library: Municipality_Invoice_Remit_To
Address Line 2
Address Line 3
Address Line 4
*00038933*
City of San Luis ObispoApril 01, 2025 Page 1 of 1
Notice to Correct Code Violation(s)/Notice of Violation
(Courtesy Warning Prior to Issuance of Administrative Citation)
January 8, 2025
Wright Thomas E Tre Etal, Inactive wright Decedents Trust (TR 1)
SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1304 Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 APN: 052-81-011
Code Case #: CODE-000002-2025
Dear Property Owner,
City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff noted the following violations of the
San Luis Obispo Municipal Code or other relevant codes at the above listed address:
1. Use Permit Violation (SLOMC §17.76.060)
“It shall be unlawful and a public nuisance for any person, firm or corporation, owning, leasing,
occupying, or having possession of any private property in the City to maintain such property
in such a manner that any of the following conditions are found to exist thereon:
1. Any violation of the provisions of a minor use permit, conditional use permit, planned
development permit, architectural review approval, variance, or other land use entitlement
or land use permit.”
Conditions number four and five of the use permit associated with the property indicate that:
“4. If a reasonable complaint is received in writing by the community Development Department,
a. The complaint shall be forwarded to the interfraternity Council and the Planning Commission
within one week of receipt for review and comment. The names of the people filing the complaint
shall not be included without their consent. Copies of all correspondence will be sent to the Dean
of Students and the fraternity.
b. The complaint, and the comments from the Interfraternity Council if received, shall be forwarded
by the Planning Division to the Planning Commission for consideration at the commission’s next
available meeting.
5. No meetings or other gatherings involving persons other than fraternity members living on this site are
allowed between the hours of 10 p.m. and 9 a.m.”
There are multiple confirmed administrative citations, noise violations, and police contacts between
1/10/2024 and 12/07/2024. Code enforcement staff will be recommending review of the use permit to the
Deputy Director of Community Development. A determination made by the Deputy Director that the
evidence submitted warrants review, modification, or revocation of the current use permit by the Planning
Commission will be followed by notification to the property owner and other responsible parties.
We request that you voluntarily take action to correct the above noted violation(s). Immediate
compliance is required. 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
Notice to Correct Code Violation(s)/Notice of Violation
(Courtesy Warning Prior to Issuance of Administrative Citation)
January 8, 2025
1304 Foothill Blvd
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1304 Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 APN: 052-81-011
Code Case #: CODE-000002-2025
Dear Property Owner,
City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff noted the following violations of the
San Luis Obispo Municipal Code or other relevant codes at the above listed address:
1. Use Permit Violation (SLOMC §17.76.060)
“It shall be unlawful and a public nuisance for any person, firm or corporation, owning, leasing,
occupying, or having possession of any private property in the City to maintain such property
in such a manner that any of the following conditions are found to exist thereon:
1. Any violation of the provisions of a minor use permit, conditional use permit, planned
development permit, architectural review approval, variance, or other land use entitlement
or land use permit.”
Conditions number four and five of the use permit associated with the property indicate that:
“4. If a reasonable complaint is received in writing by the community Development Department,
a. The complaint shall be forwarded to the interfraternity Council and the Planning Commission
within one week of receipt for review and comment. The names of the people filing the complaint
shall not be included without their consent. Copies of all correspondence will be sent to the Dean
of Students and the fraternity.
b. The complaint, and the comments from the Interfraternity Council if received, shall be forwarded
by the Planning Division to the Planning Commission for consideration at the commission’s next
available meeting.
5. No meetings or other gatherings involving persons other than fraternity members living on this site are
allowed between the hours of 10 p.m. and 9 a.m.”
There are multiple confirmed administrative citations, noise violations, and police contacts between
1/10/2024 and 12/07/2024. Code enforcement staff will be recommending review of the use permit to the
Deputy Director of Community Development. A determination made by the Deputy Director that the
evidence submitted warrants review, modification, or revocation of the current use permit by the Planning
Commission will be followed by notification to the property owner and other responsible parties.
We request that you voluntarily take action to correct the above noted violation(s). Immediate
compliance is required. 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
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:06 AM
To:Cohen, Rachel
Subject:FW: Planning Commission Non-Agenda Correspondence
See link to non-agenda correspondence below!
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 2:08 PM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Hanh, Hannah <hhanh@slocity.org>
Subject: FW: Planning Commission Non-Agenda Correspondence
Please send to John and reach out to Christine to be available for PC on the 28th.
From: Armas, Sara <SArmas@slocity.org>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 9:54 AM
To: CityClerk <CityClerk@slocity.org>
Cc: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>; Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Subject: Planning Commission Non-Agenda Correspondence
BCC: PC Members & Staff
Hello,
Please see the linked correspondence below, which was submitted to the Planning Commission as Non-Agenda
Correspondence.
- Walker (Fraternity Reports: Parties on weekend 4/17-4/19/2024 & Kappa Sigma)
Regards,
Sara Armas
pronouns she/her/hers
Deputy City Clerk I
405
City Administration
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From:Zion, Sarah
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 10:12 AM
To:Tommy Martin
Cc:City_Attorney; Holcomb, Kelly
Subject:RE: Follow-Up on Citation Appeal
Hello Tommy,
A hearing notice will be sent to the appellants soon with further information, but the hearing date is set for June 19,
2025.
Sarah Zion
pronouns she/her/hers
Legal Assistant II
City Attorney's Office
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From: Holcomb, Kelly <kholcomb@slocity.org>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 12:01 PM
To: Tommy Martin <cpbeta.riskmanagement@gmail.com>
Cc: Zion, Sarah <SZion@slocity.org>; City_Attorney <City_Attorney@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: Follow-Up on Citation Appeal
Tommy,
Sarah Zion, copied here, can provide you an update tomorrow about the scheduling of those appeal hearings. It looks
to me like they are in the queue for mid- to late June, but she will know for sure. Hearings are scheduled around the
availability of our volunteer hearing officers.
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From: Tommy Martin <cpbeta.riskmanagement@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 11:22 AM
To: City_Attorney <City_Attorney@slocity.org>
Subject: Follow-Up on Citation Appeal
Hello,
I'm following up on two administration citation appeal forms that were submitted on April 30th and May 5th.
Both were for noise citations for the address: 1327 Foothill Blvd. Any update would be greatly appreciated, since
myself and the residents will be gone for the summer, hoping to have a hearing at the city's earliest
convenience.
Thank you,
--
Tommy Martin
Vice President of Risk Management
Beta Theta Pi Fraternity
Epsilon Delta Chapter at California Polytechnic State University
(Cal Poly) San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Cell: +
1327 E Foothill Blvd
San Luis Obispo, California 93405-1413
cpbeta.riskmanagement@gmail.com
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From:Cohen, Rachel
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 9:17 AM
To:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:RE: USE-0334-2025, fraternity re-review - ready for scheduling (720 Foothill, Delta Upsilon)
Nevermind. I see the link now 뇤눎눐눑눒눏
Rachel Cohen
pronouns she/her/hers
Principal Planner
Community Development
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2025 10:00 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Cc: Cohen, Rachel <rcohen@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: USE-0334-2025, fraternity re-review - ready for scheduling (720 Foothill, Delta Upsilon)
The PC meeting date works. Thanks
From: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2025 9:45 AM
To: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Cc: Cohen, Rachel <rcohen@slocity.org>
Subject: USE-0334-2025, fraternity re-review - ready for scheduling (720 Foothill, Delta Upsilon)
Hi Tyler,
I finally heard back from the third fraternity (Delta Upsilon @ 720 Foothill) we are currently re-reviewing. They’ve said
they can make the 6/25 PC meeting. Let me know if that date works for all of us (it does for me) and I’ll send them the
confirmation.
USE-0334-2025: https://eplapp1.slocity.org/energov_prod/manageplan/#/plan/1ad9bec5-98f2-4bdc-944f-
68562df3272c/summary
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
412
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From:Cohen, Rachel
Sent:Tuesday, May 20, 2025 9:16 AM
To:Corey, Tyler; Patino, Mallory
Subject:RE: USE-0334-2025, fraternity re-review - ready for scheduling (720 Foothill, Delta Upsilon)
Does this item have an EnerGov File number yet?
Rachel Cohen
pronouns she/her/hers
Principal Planner
Community Development
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
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From: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2025 10:00 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Cc: Cohen, Rachel <rcohen@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: USE-0334-2025, fraternity re-review - ready for scheduling (720 Foothill, Delta Upsilon)
The PC meeting date works. Thanks
From: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2025 9:45 AM
To: Corey, Tyler <tcorey@slocity.org>
Cc: Cohen, Rachel <rcohen@slocity.org>
Subject: USE-0334-2025, fraternity re-review - ready for scheduling (720 Foothill, Delta Upsilon)
Hi Tyler,
I finally heard back from the third fraternity (Delta Upsilon @ 720 Foothill) we are currently re-reviewing. They’ve said
they can make the 6/25 PC meeting. Let me know if that date works for all of us (it does for me) and I’ll send them the
confirmation.
USE-0334-2025: https://eplapp1.slocity.org/energov_prod/manageplan/#/plan/1ad9bec5-98f2-4bdc-944f-
68562df3272c/summary
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
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From:Holcomb, Kelly
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 12:01 PM
To:Tommy Martin
Cc:Zion, Sarah; City_Attorney
Subject:RE: Follow-Up on Citation Appeal
Tommy,
Sarah Zion, copied here, can provide you an update tomorrow about the scheduling of those appeal hearings. It looks
to me like they are in the queue for mid- to late June, but she will know for sure. Hearings are scheduled around the
availability of our volunteer hearing officers.
Kelly Holcomb
Senior Legal Analyst
E kholcomb@slocity.org
T 805.781.7060
From: Tommy Martin <cpbeta.riskmanagement@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 11:22 AM
To: City_Attorney <City_Attorney@slocity.org>
Subject: Follow-Up on Citation Appeal
Hello,
I'm following up on two administration citation appeal forms that were submitted on April 30th and May 5th.
Both were for noise citations for the address: 1327 Foothill Blvd. Any update would be greatly appreciated, since
myself and the residents will be gone for the summer, hoping to have a hearing at the city's earliest
convenience.
Thank you,
--
Tommy Martin
Vice President of Risk Management
Beta Theta Pi Fraternity
Epsilon Delta Chapter at California Polytechnic State University
(Cal Poly) San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Cell: +
1327 E Foothill Blvd
San Luis Obispo, California 93405-1413
cpbeta.riskmanagement@gmail.com
451
From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 11:48 AM
To:John Hatfield
Cc:Wade Spriggs; Terry Reeves
Subject:RE: USE-0334-2025 - Re-review and updates of Use Permit U 36-09, at 720 Foothill
Hi John,
Thanks for letting me know! We’ve added the re-review (USE-0334-2025) to the Planning Commission schedule for
6/25. I will be in touch as we work on the analysis and reach out with any questions.
If you need anything in the meantime, let me know.
Thanks,
Mallory Patino
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Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 9:24 AM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Cc: Wade Spriggs < Terry Reeves <
Subject: Re: USE-0334-2025 - Re-review and updates of Use Permit U 36-09, at 720 Foothill
+Terry Reeves, incoming Alumni Corporation President
Mallory, appreciate you sending this all over. It is very helpful. We were all finally able to line up our schedules
and 6/25 works best for us. If we can put that date on the books, we'd appreciate it.
Looking forward to being in SLO next month.
Thank you,
John Hatfield
On Mon, May 5, 2025 at 10:31 AM Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Wade,
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My apologies for the delay in following up after our meeting. I set up the application for the re-review of your existing
Conditional Use Permit to have a fraternity house at 720 Foothill (new application number: USE-0334-2025). I have
attached here a copy of your current use permit, which will be modified/updated through this re-review process.
As I mentioned I would provide, below are links to two different fraternity use permit reviews that were recently
processed.
Alpha Epsilon Pi, re-review of existing use permit
o Staff Report for Planning Commission (PC) Meeting, agenda item 4a for re-review of existing use
permit: https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=201304&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk
o PC Resolution, approval of modifications to existing use permit:
https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=202053&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk
Lambda Chi Alpha, review of new use permit
o Staff Report for PC Meeting, agenda item 4a for new use permit application:
https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=194681&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk
o PC Resolution, approval of use permit:
https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=195337&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk
o Staff Report for City Council (CC) Meeting, agenda item 6b for appeal of PC use permit approval:
https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=200405&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk
o CC Resolution, upholding PC approval of use permit:
https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=200865&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk
o Appellant presentation available in the CC 10-15-24 agenda
folder: https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/browse.aspx?id=200395&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk
The updates we will be recommending to the Planning Commission will be very similar to what was approved for
AEPi and Lambda. I am moving forward with re-reviewing two other fraternity use permits at the 5/28 Planning
Commission meeting. We discussed the possibility of reviewing your use permit at the same time as the others on
5/28, or by itself at the 6/11 Planning Commission meeting. If neither of those options work, 6/25 would be the next
available date. Please let me know which review date would be best for you. If you would like to make it on the 5/28
meeting agenda, I would need to know asap.
I will have a draft of the staff report and proposed resolution available for your review at least one week ahead of
whichever date we schedule for the PC meeting. I may be in touch in the next few weeks if I have any questions
while working on the staff report and resolution recommendation.
Let me know if you have any questions for me!
Cheers,
Mallory Patino
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From:Tommy Martin <cpbeta.riskmanagement@gmail.com>
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 11:22 AM
To:City_Attorney
Subject:Follow-Up on Citation Appeal
Hello,
I'm following up on two administration citation appeal forms that were submitted on April 30th and May 5th.
Both were for noise citations for the address: 1327 Foothill Blvd. Any update would be greatly appreciated, since
myself and the residents will be gone for the summer, hoping to have a hearing at the city's earliest
convenience.
Thank you,
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Beta Theta Pi Fraternity
Epsilon Delta Chapter at California Polytechnic State University
(Cal Poly) San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Cell: +
1327 E Foothill Blvd
San Luis Obispo, California 93405-1413
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 11:08 AM
To:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Subject:Re: Upcoming Planning Commission Meeting
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Hi Timmi,
Thank you so much for letting me know. I know our FSL team has already been engaging with the fraternities in question.
Unfortunately, I am not able to attend that evening. I’ll be looking forward to catching up the next day on your YouTube
channel. Please call my cell anytime if you see any way I can be specifically helpful in the situation.
Really appreciate the notification.
Courtney
From: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Date: Friday, May 16, 2025 at 9:52 AM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Upcoming Planning Commission Meeting
Hi Courtney,
I hope you are doing well – I saw you at Council the other night, but couldn’t make my way over to say hi!
I wanted to let you know (you probably already do…) that we are gearing up for a Cal Poly heavy night at the Planning
Commission on May 28 later this month.
We will be hearing from the MCRP class that is working on the “Upper Monterey” area project, and they will present
their ideas to the Planning Commission as part of their class project. We are excited to see what they have put
together!
We also have two fraternities that are up for re-review of their CUPs – Delta Chi (1236 Monte Vista Place) and Sigma
Nu (1304 Foothill) at the May 28 meeting. It looks like Delta Upsilon (720 Foothill) will likely be up for re-review
sometime in June. Staff reports on these will be out next week.
Just wanted to give you a heads-up, please feel free to call or email if you have questions,
Thanks,
Timothea (Timmi) Tway
Director of Community Development
Community Development
919 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
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From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 9:55 AM
To:Mezzapesa, John
Subject:FW: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
John,
Can you/your team get whatever Notice went to the two frats that noted that they would need re-review for their
CUPs?
Thanks
Timmi
From:
Sent: Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:57 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
Thank you, Timmi. It would be great to hear from you.
I have a question, and maybe John has the answer, so I'm copying him on this email. On what date were the
fraternities notified that there would be a re-review of their CUPs? (Also, which fraternities are being re-
reviewed?) I spoke about this briefly with John at the Community Forum in January, so I'm aware that it was in
the works then, but it would be helpful to know the exact date they were notified.
Would you be able to provide me with a copy of the notification that was sent to each of the fraternity properties
per the CPRA?
Foremost, I want you to know that I recognize that the "fraternity problem" is something you inherited (unfairly,
in my opinion, because the City knew it was happening but looked the other way). I also realize that the situation
is made more complicated because Cal Poly is not cooperating with the City to solve the problem, and in fact, is
enabling it to continue. I also know it is going to take an enormous effort to fix the problem. I think you are doing
an amazing job as Community Development Director! You have a ton on your plate with the housing issues
alone. I hope you aren't discouraged by my persistence. I also appreciate John and give him a lot of credit for his
hard work on this problem, while having a lot of other responsibilities in his role as a Building Official.
I was not able to attend the SCLC meeting on Thursday, but heard from another Representative that the IFC
President, Colin Shea, gave a presentation about the process for other fraternity chapters to become
recognized at Cal Poly. There are some new fraternities that will be joining the 19 current fraternities soon.
Whitney McDonald asked the Cal Poly Greek Life administrator, Jason Mockford, if the fraternities needed to
have a house lined up in a legal location before they were approved for recognition, and Jason told her that Cal
Poly is not concerned about the fraternity's housing. I was told that Whitney McDonald wasn't happy about that
and expressed her frustration.
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Whitney also pushed SCLC to adopt the initiative to end St. Fratty's Day in the neighborhood at the beginning of
this academic year, even though there was significant pushback from Cal Poly to resist adopting that initiative.
so I was
able to speak in support of Whitney by citing Chief Scott's statements last year that stopping St. Fratty's must be
led by Cal Poly and the student community. The Chair (ASI President) reluctantly added solving the issue to the
list of initiatives for the year.
At that point, nobody knew that the Grand Jury was investigating a complaint about the fraternities and St.
Fratty's Day. The Grand Jury has finished its report now, and it will be released soon, so I don't think it's a secret
anymore. I haven't been able to tell anyone about the investigation while it was ongoing, and it will be a relief to
have the report made public. To be honest, there was no significant action around solving the St. Fratty's Day
problem until people started getting called in to be interviewed by the Grand Jury. I noticed a substantial shift in
tone and action once those interviews started. I am tempted to file a complaint about the illegal fraternities in
July when the new Grand Jury is empaneled because it seems that may be the only way to expedite a solution.
The problem is getting worse every year, and new fraternities are being approved and will likely move into our
neighborhood. It has to stop.
I look forward to hearing from you and to making progress toward an overall solution to this problem. Please
forward the notifications sent to the fraternities regarding the re-reviews of the CUPs whenever you can. Thank
you so much for all of your effort.
Sincerely,
On Fri, May 16, 2025 at 4:56 PM Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org> wrote:
Thank you, I have received this and the subsequent email. I will need to circle back with staff who have been
looking into the various frat issues and will get back to you next week. I may give you a call as well to discuss.
In the meantime, and I am sure you are aware, that several CUPs will be at planning commission on May 28 for
re-review. The staff reports will be available next week and I will make sure this group is notified when they are
posted.
Thank you, and I hope you have a nice weekend.
Timmi
From:
Sent: Friday, May 16, 2025 3:42:42 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Sandra Rowley <macsar99@yahoo.com>; Carolyn Smith <cjsmith_107@yahoo.com>; Brett Cross <brettcross@yahoo.com>;
Stewjenkins Info <info@stewjenkins.com>
Subject: Re: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
Hi Timmi,
I'm following up on the email I sent on 4/17/2025 regarding Alpha Epsilon Pi's CUP.
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On Wednesday, 4/16/2025, a noise citation was issued at 10:55 PM with 150 people listed at the fraternity
event. This event violates multiple conditions of the fraternity's CUP at 280 California Blvd and constitutes a
public nuisance, per the SLOMC. It is especially egregious because there were 150 people, six times the
maximum occupancy of 25 people legally allowed by the fraternity's CUP.
On Friday, 4/18/2025, a noise citation was issued at 10:11 PM with 100 people listed at the fraternity
event. This event violates multiple conditions of the fraternity's CUP at 280 California Blvd. and exceeds the
maximum occupancy limit of 25 by 75 people, or four times the limit.
Condition 4 states that the maximum occupancy cannot exceed 25 people. It also states that a
transportation management plan is required for events that exceed 25 people.
Condition 9 states that the fraternity shall comply with the City's noise ordinance.
Condition 12 says that the permit may be revoked if the fraternity fails to comply with any of the conditions or
code requirements, or the conduct is a violation of the law, or constitutes a public nuisance or causes adverse
impacts on the health, safety, or welfare of persons in the vicinity.
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During the Planning Commission hearing on 11/13/2024, there was significant discussion about Condition
12. Commissioners confirmed that a noise violation is a "public nuisance" according to the city's municipal
code. 9.12.010 defines a noise violation as a "public nuisance".
At the conclusion of the hearing, it was the understanding of the Commissioners that the fraternity would
return to the Planning Commission if there was a single violation of the noise ordinance.
Commissioner Tolle made the following comment:
At 1:17:24: Commissioner Tolle: "Yeah, I just wanted to make sure that the Applicant is aware that if another violation
occurs, you’re going to be right back in here and we’re going to have to do this all over again. I get it. I understand frat life.
But you’re in a neighborhood. You’re not out in a Greek Row. That’s what’s before us today. So I just want to make that
clear because I feel that the conditions aren’t that strict, as far as repercussions are concerned, so the only thing that we
can lean on is that you will be back here if it happens again."
In my email on 4/17/2025, I said that during the hearing on 11/13/2024, the Commissioners discussed the
terms of the CUP, and they warned the fraternity members that if the fraternity gets a single citation, the
Commissioners wanted the CUP to be revisited. I asked what action you would take regarding the matter.
You responded that you would review with Code Enforcement, look at the CUP, and the hearing record
from 11/13/2024.
At the time of my email, the fraternity had only received one citation with 150 people. That event violated
multiple conditions of the CUP. After my email, the fraternity received the second citation with 100 people,
which also violated multiple conditions of the CUP.
I have not heard back from you.
Based on the multiple violations of the conditions of the CUP, I believe the fraternity should go back to the
Planning Commission, as was stated by the Commissioners on 11/13/2024. Would you please let me know
what actions have or are going to be taken to resolve this issue?
Thank you and have a great weekend.
-
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From:Armas, Sara
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 9:54 AM
To:CityClerk
Cc:Corey, Tyler; Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Subject:Planning Commission Non-Agenda Correspondence
BCC: PC Members & Staff
Hello,
Please see the linked correspondence below, which was submitted to the Planning Commission as Non-Agenda
Correspondence.
- Walker (Fraternity Reports: Parties on weekend 4/17-4/19/2024 & Kappa Sigma)
Regards,
Sara Armas
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From:Patino, Mallory
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 9:13 AM
To:kleslie@thetribunenews.com
Subject:RE: Fraternity permits
Hi Kaytlyn,
The use permits for Delta Chi at 1236 Monte Vista Place and Sigma Nu at 1304 Foothill Boulevard will be re-reviewed
at the May 28th Planning Commission meeting.
A Staff Report for each use permit re-review will be publicly available at least 72 hours before (but likely one week
prior to) the meeting on the City’s website (Public Meeting Agendas and Minutes). The reports will include details
about the existing use permits, history of recent violations, and analysis associated with the staff’s recommendation.
The Planning Commission will have a few options:1) modify the Conditional Use Permit with added, altered, and/or
removed conditions of approval; 2) request additional information or analysis and continue the review to a future
meeting; or 3) revoke the Conditional Use Permit.
The City referred these use permits for re-review by the Planning Commission based on the following for each:
Delta Chi (1236 Monte Vista): 10 Police Department noise citations since January 2022; a notice of violation
issued in March 2025 for violations of their current use permit (U 106-98)
Sigma Nu (1304 Foothill): 9 Police Department noise citations since January 2022; a notice of violation issued in
January 2025 for violations of their current use permit (U 1484-90)
Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Cheers,
Mallory Patino
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Community Development
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From: Kaytlyn Leslie <kleslie@thetribunenews.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2025 5:12 PM
To: Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>
Subject: Fraternity permits
Hi Mallory! I'm a reporter with The Tribune and I saw that the Planning Commission is supposed to review some
permits for two fraternities due to recent noise violations. I wanted to reach out to see if I could get more
information on the nature of those noise violations, history of the sites and what the city's potential options are.
Please let me know!
Kaytlyn
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From:Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Sent:Monday, May 19, 2025 8:50 AM
To:McDonald, Whitney
Cc:Collins, Scott
Subject:FW: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
FYI only – no action needed, I sent to Christine, but wanted you to have a copy, in case it is helpful. Whitney, she
does mention the SCLC meeting from last week that you attended.
Thanks,
Timmi
From:
Sent: Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:57 AM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Mezzapesa, John <JMezzape@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
Thank you, Timmi. It would be great to hear from you.
I have a question, and maybe John has the answer, so I'm copying him on this email. On what date were the
fraternities notified that there would be a re-review of their CUPs? (Also, which fraternities are being re-
reviewed?) I spoke about this briefly with John at the Community Forum in January, so I'm aware that it was in
the works then, but it would be helpful to know the exact date they were notified.
Would you be able to provide me with a copy of the notification that was sent to each of the fraternity properties
per the CPRA?
Foremost, I want you to know that I recognize that the "fraternity problem" is something you inherited (unfairly,
in my opinion, because the City knew it was happening but looked the other way). I also realize that the situation
is made more complicated because Cal Poly is not cooperating with the City to solve the problem, and in fact, is
enabling it to continue. I also know it is going to take an enormous effort to fix the problem. I think you are doing
an amazing job as Community Development Director! You have a ton on your plate with the housing issues
alone. I hope you aren't discouraged by my persistence. I also appreciate John and give him a lot of credit for his
hard work on this problem, while having a lot of other responsibilities in his role as a Building Official.
I was not able to attend the SCLC meeting on Thursday, but heard from another Representative that the IFC
President, Colin Shea, gave a presentation about the process for other fraternity chapters to become
recognized at Cal Poly. There are some new fraternities that will be joining the 19 current fraternities soon.
Whitney McDonald asked the Cal Poly Greek Life administrator, Jason Mockford, if the fraternities needed to
have a house lined up in a legal location before they were approved for recognition, and Jason told her that Cal
Poly is not concerned about the fraternity's housing. I was told that Whitney McDonald wasn't happy about that
and expressed her frustration.
Whitney also pushed SCLC to adopt the initiative to end St. Fratty's Day in the neighborhood at the beginning of
this academic year, even though there was significant pushback from Cal Poly to resist adopting that initiative.
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I was
able to speak in support of Whitney by citing Chief Scott's statements last year that stopping St. Fratty's must be
led by Cal Poly and the student community. The Chair (ASI President) reluctantly added solving the issue to the
list of initiatives for the year.
At that point, nobody knew that the Grand Jury was investigating a complaint about the fraternities and St.
Fratty's Day. The Grand Jury has finished its report now, and it will be released soon, so I don't think it's a secret
anymore. I haven't been able to tell anyone about the investigation while it was ongoing, and it will be a relief to
have the report made public. To be honest, there was no significant action around solving the St. Fratty's Day
problem until people started getting called in to be interviewed by the Grand Jury. I noticed a substantial shift in
tone and action once those interviews started. I am tempted to file a complaint about the illegal fraternities in
July when the new Grand Jury is empaneled because it seems that may be the only way to expedite a solution.
The problem is getting worse every year, and new fraternities are being approved and will likely move into our
neighborhood. It has to stop.
I look forward to hearing from you and to making progress toward an overall solution to this problem. Please
forward the notifications sent to the fraternities regarding the re-reviews of the CUPs whenever you can. Thank
you so much for all of your effort.
Sincerely,
On Fri, May 16, 2025 at 4:56 PM Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org> wrote:
Thank you, I have received this and the subsequent email. I will need to circle back with staff who have been
looking into the various frat issues and will get back to you next week. I may give you a call as well to discuss.
In the meantime, and I am sure you are aware, that several CUPs will be at planning commission on May 28 for
re-review. The staff reports will be available next week and I will make sure this group is notified when they are
posted.
Thank you, and I hope you have a nice weekend.
Timmi
From: kathie walker <
Sent: Friday, May 16, 2025 3:42:42 PM
To: Tway, Timothea (Timmi) <TTway@slocity.org>
Cc: Sandra Rowley < ; Carolyn Smith < ; Brett Cross < ;
Stewjenkins Info <
Subject: Re: Alpha Epsilon Pi - 280 California
Hi Timmi,
I'm following up on the email I sent on 4/17/2025 regarding Alpha Epsilon Pi's CUP.
On Wednesday, 4/16/2025, a noise citation was issued at 10:55 PM with 150 people listed at the fraternity
event. This event violates multiple conditions of the fraternity's CUP at 280 California Blvd and constitutes a
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public nuisance, per the SLOMC. It is especially egregious because there were 150 people, six times the
maximum occupancy of 25 people legally allowed by the fraternity's CUP.
On Friday, 4/18/2025, a noise citation was issued at 10:11 PM with 100 people listed at the fraternity
event. This event violates multiple conditions of the fraternity's CUP at 280 California Blvd. and exceeds the
maximum occupancy limit of 25 by 75 people, or four times the limit.
Condition 4 states that the maximum occupancy cannot exceed 25 people. It also states that a
transportation management plan is required for events that exceed 25 people.
Condition 9 states that the fraternity shall comply with the City's noise ordinance.
Condition 12 says that the permit may be revoked if the fraternity fails to comply with any of the conditions or
code requirements, or the conduct is a violation of the law, or constitutes a public nuisance or causes adverse
impacts on the health, safety, or welfare of persons in the vicinity.
467
During the Planning Commission hearing on 11/13/2024, there was significant discussion about Condition
12. Commissioners confirmed that a noise violation is a "public nuisance" according to the city's municipal
code. 9.12.010 defines a noise violation as a "public nuisance".
At the conclusion of the hearing, it was the understanding of the Commissioners that the fraternity would
return to the Planning Commission if there was a single violation of the noise ordinance.
Commissioner Tolle made the following comment:
At 1:17:24: Commissioner Tolle: "Yeah, I just wanted to make sure that the Applicant is aware that if another violation
occurs, you’re going to be right back in here and we’re going to have to do this all over again. I get it. I understand frat life.
But you’re in a neighborhood. You’re not out in a Greek Row. That’s what’s before us today. So I just want to make that
clear because I feel that the conditions aren’t that strict, as far as repercussions are concerned, so the only thing that we
can lean on is that you will be back here if it happens again."
In my email on 4/17/2025, I said that during the hearing on 11/13/2024, the Commissioners discussed the
terms of the CUP, and they warned the fraternity members that if the fraternity gets a single citation, the
Commissioners wanted the CUP to be revisited. I asked what action you would take regarding the matter.
You responded that you would review with Code Enforcement, look at the CUP, and the hearing record
from 11/13/2024.
At the time of my email, the fraternity had only received one citation with 150 people. That event violated
multiple conditions of the CUP. After my email, the fraternity received the second citation with 100 people,
which also violated multiple conditions of the CUP.
I have not heard back from you.
Based on the multiple violations of the conditions of the CUP, I believe the fraternity should go back to the
Planning Commission, as was stated by the Commissioners on 11/13/2024. Would you please let me know
what actions have or are going to be taken to resolve this issue?
Thank you and have a great weekend.
-Kathie
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From:Stew Jenkins <
Sent:Saturday, June 14, 2025 1:52 PM
To:kathie walker; Mezzapesa, John; Tway, Timothea (Timmi)
Cc:Sandra Rowley; Carolyn Smith; Brett Cross; Salem, Rami
Subject:Re: 1292 Foothill, Current list of CUP addresses, CUPs for AEPi & LCA
Good afternoon,
With the demonstrated attention to detail and review of the City's records, permit me to suggest to Mr.
Mezzapesa and Ms. Tway the benefits that the City would gain offering Ms. Walker the next opening occurring in
the Code Enforcement personnel now working to maintain the quality of life in the City of San Luis Obispo.
It would appear that issuance of a conditional use permit, "conditioned" upon demolition and redevelopment of
a site within 3-years would abate of its own force if the demolition and redevelopment never occurred; absent a
record of application for extension of the time, and a record of the approval of the application, within which to
complete the demolition and redevelopment. 2008 was 17 years ago, making it unlikely that extensions have
been granted, let alone applied for, over that span of time.
Thus, it would appear that a fraternity operating in a site where the conditional use permit had lapsed would be
operating in violation of SLO City Ordinance, leaving the City will little option other than enforcement of its own
ordinance to shut down the unlawful use though declaration of a nuisance, followed by condemnation action if
the nuisance is not expeditiously cured.
All the Best,
--
Stew Jenkins
Counselor & Attorney
Law Office of Stewart D. Jenkins
1336 Morro Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Office: (805) 541-5763 Fax: (805) 547-1608 Cell:
On 6/13/2025 8:08 PM, kathie walker wrote:
Based on the record, City's File Number U/GP-R/ ER 109-05 applies to 1290 - 1292 Foothill Blvd.
and 123, 125, 137 & 175 Crandall Way only for the rezoning of the property from R-3 to R-4. It
does not include a Conditional Use Permit for a Fraternity.
The properties at 1290 Foothill and all addresses listed on Crandall Way do not have CUPs for a
Sorority or a Fraternity.
The CUP for a Fraternity was approved for the property at 1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall,
contingent on the demolition of the existing homes and redevelopment of the property. That
demolition and redevelopment never happened.
The City notified the applicant that the Planning Commission's approval expires after three years
if construction has not started. The construction never started. The same house has occupied
the property at 1292 Foothill for decades.
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Does this mean that the previous CUP #U-194-97, approved in 2008, applies to 1292 Foothill?
I appreciate your help and getting all the records straight.
-Kathie Walker
City's Resolution to rezone all properties listed from R-3 to R-4:
City's Resolution re: Environmental Impact of demolition/development of 3-story complex and
CUP for Fraternity at 1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall Way:
Letter from the City stating that approval expires in three years if construction has not started.:
3
On Fri, Jun 13, 2025 at 6:42 PM kathie walker < wrote:
Hi Timmi and John,
Updated List of CUPs
John, you sent me a list of the current CUPs on file at the City about a year ago, on July 19, 2024.
Would you please provide an updated list?
CUPs for Alpha Epsilon Pi and Lambda Chi Alpha
Would you please provide the current CUPs for Alpha Epsilon Pi or Lambda Chi Alpha? I can't
find a copy of the CUPs that were ultimately approved.
CUP U-109-05
I wrote to you both on 2/17/2025 ("Questions about fraternity operations") for clarification on the
CUP (U-109-05) for 135, 137, 139 Crandall and 1290, 1292 Foothill because the record says the
approval of the CUP was based on proposed improvements as a condition of use. The proposed
improvements, including demolition and redevelopment of the property, never happened.
Originally, a CUP for 1292 Foothill (U-194-97) for Lambda Chi Alpha was approved by the City
Council on 3/17/1998. Before the approval of the CUP, the Simer "SLO Coast" Hostel was
4
operating at 1292 Foothill, and Lambda Chi Alpha was located at 1617 Santa Rosa. The fraternity
and the hostel swapped locations, allowing the hostel to occupy the 1617 Santa Rosa property
while Lambda Chi Alpha occupied 1292 Foothill.
The CUP allowed 10 people to live at 1292 Foothill, and a maximum of 20 people for meetings
and gatherings. I've attached a copy of the CUP to this email.
It seems the property representative, Kevin Hauber, started exploring the idea of demolishing the
houses at 1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall Way in 2005 to redevelop the property. The City's file
number for the project is 109-05, and "05" indicates the first application was made in 2005, but
took some time before the final plans were brought to the ARC and PC. It was a large project that
included rezoning several properties from R-3 to R-4, demolishing the existing homes at 1292
Foothill and 123 Crandall, and replacing them with an 8,800 square foot, 29-bed fraternity house
on the property. The three-story building included 16 bedrooms, an apartment for house parents,
kitchen and dining facilities, an office, and a library. A rendering of the proposed new building
from the Agenda Report is below.
According to the Planning Commission Agenda Report on 2/13/2008, when the demolition of the
homes was proposed, the existing CUP only allowed 10 persons to reside at the house. This
indicates the CUP #U-194-97, approved in 1998, was in effect when the hearing took place in
2008.
Aside from the rezoning from R-3 to R-4 at 1290 Foothill, 135 Crandall, and 137 & 175 Crandall
(which was a 1.4-acre site with a 20-unit apartment complex), none of the buildings at those
addresses were affected by the CUP.
5
On 2/13/2008, the Planning Commission approved CUP #109-05 for 1290 and 1292 Foothill Blvd,
123, 125, 137, and 175 Crandall Way, which included rezoning from R-3 to R-4 and redeveloping
the property. The existing homes were never demolished, and the project was not completed.
Condition 1 of the CUP says, "The use permit shall not be effective until after the associated site
development has been completed consistent with the related Architectural Review Commission
application ARC 109-05, and given final occupancy." The entire CUP is copied at the bottom of
this email.
It seems that Condition 1 was never met. That's why I wrote to you on 2/17/2025 and said that it
appears the terms of the CUP were never fulfilled, and asked if it was a valid CUP. Here is a
portion of my email:
"There is a CUP for 1290 & 1292 Foothill, 123, 135, 137 & 175 Crandall Way (#109-05). It was a
supplement to the CUP for 1292 Foothill (#174-97) and was included in the report I gave you on
11/8/2023, which I have attached to this email on pages 28-32 of 95 pages. There have been
noise calls for the addresses on Crandall Way but they do not show up in SLOPD's database as
a fraternity. It appears the terms of the CUP were never fulfilled, therefore perhaps that
CUP is not valid but I'm not sure. Would you please let me know the status of those
addresses? Sigma Nu occupies 1292 Foothill and a sorority occupies 1290 Foothill, and I
believe Sigma Nu also occupies the properties on Crandall Way. I'm just trying to get my records
straight so would greatly appreciate some clarification about this.
John, you responded on 2/25/2025 and said: The CUP (109-05) is valid and encompasses all
addresses listed on the permit (1290 & 1292 Foothill, 123, 135, 137, 175 Crandall).
I've gone back and reviewed all the hearings for 1292 Foothill and cannot find any other hearings.
The CUP you provided for the property at 1292 Foothill is based on the development of the
property, which never happened. Here is a screenshot from the 2008 hearing, referencing the
drawn-out development plans from 2005 (109-05).
6
I'm trying to keep accurate records and understand the Greek life issue. Will you please clarify
the situation for the CUP at 1292 Foothill? Is the CUP valid even though the property was never
developed? The CUP for the existing house, which was never demolished, was 10. The CUP
currently used by the City allows 29 people, almost three times the original CUP, and matches
the proposed 3-story house that had 29 beds for the fraternity. The current house is the same
house that limited occupancy to 10, but the present CUP says 29, even though the house was
never demolished and redeveloped. It doesn't make sense.
What are the occupancy limitations at each property listed in the CUP?
Alpha Phi, a sorority, occupies 1290 Foothill, Sigma Nu occupies 1292 Foothill, and I'm not sure
who occupies the addresses on Crandall. Does the City notify the sorority and fraternity of the
terms of their CUPs? How does the City differentiate between the two separate organizations on
such a large property, to include many addresses on Crandall Way and Foothill?
The reason the property at 1292 Foothill has come to my attention is that last weekend, there
were multiple social media posts about a "conjoined dayge" held by Delta Chi and Sigma Nu on
Saturday, June 7, 2025. The large dayge was at 1292 Foothill, and SLOPD listed 200 people at the
party. (I did not call SLOPD.) Some of my neighbors have also said that 1292 Foothill is an
ongoing problem with noisy fraternity parties. I've requested the SLOPD history for the property.
Meanwhile, I want to sort out the CUP issue and confirm whether the CUP you have given me is
actually valid, because the development was never completed. I have attached the record of the
meeting to his email.
Thank you for your help. I hope you have a nice weekend.
Kathie
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From:kathie walker <
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 8:09 PM
To:Mezzapesa, John; Tway, Timothea (Timmi); Stewjenkins Info
Cc:Sandra Rowley; Carolyn Smith; Brett Cross; Salem, Rami
Subject:Re: 1292 Foothill, Current list of CUP addresses, CUPs for AEPi & LCA
Based on the record, City's File Number U/GP-R/ ER 109-05 applies to 1290 - 1292 Foothill Blvd. and 123, 125,
137 & 175 Crandall Way only for the rezoning of the property from R-3 to R-4. It does not include a
Conditional Use Permit for a Fraternity.
The properties at 1290 Foothill and all addresses listed on Crandall Way do not have CUPs for a Sorority or a
Fraternity.
The CUP for a Fraternity was approved for the property at 1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall, contingent on the
demolition of the existing homes and redevelopment of the property. That demolition and redevelopment never
happened.
The City notified the applicant that the Planning Commission's approval expires after three years if construction
has not started. The construction never started. The same house has occupied the property at 1292 Foothill
for decades.
Does this mean that the previous CUP #U-194-97, approved in 2008, applies to 1292 Foothill?
I appreciate your help and getting all the records straight.
-Kathie Walker
City's Resolution to rezone all properties listed from R-3 to R-4:
City's Resolution re: Environmental Impact of demolition/development of 3-story complex and CUP for
Fraternity at 1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall Way:
Letter from the City stating that approval expires in three years if construction has not started.:
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On Fri, Jun 13, 2025 at 6:42 PM kathie walker < wrote:
Hi Timmi and John,
Updated List of CUPs
John, you sent me a list of the current CUPs on file at the City about a year ago, on July 19, 2024. Would you
please provide an updated list?
CUPs for Alpha Epsilon Pi and Lambda Chi Alpha
Would you please provide the current CUPs for Alpha Epsilon Pi or Lambda Chi Alpha? I can't find a copy of the
CUPs that were ultimately approved.
CUP U-109-05
I wrote to you both on 2/17/2025 ("Questions about fraternity operations") for clarification on the CUP (U-109-
05) for 135, 137, 139 Crandall and 1290, 1292 Foothill because the record says the approval of the CUP was
based on proposed improvements as a condition of use. The proposed improvements, including demolition
and redevelopment of the property, never happened.
Originally, a CUP for 1292 Foothill (U-194-97) for Lambda Chi Alpha was approved by the City Council on
3/17/1998. Before the approval of the CUP, the Simer "SLO Coast" Hostel was operating at 1292 Foothill, and
14
Lambda Chi Alpha was located at 1617 Santa Rosa. The fraternity and the hostel swapped locations, allowing
the hostel to occupy the 1617 Santa Rosa property while Lambda Chi Alpha occupied 1292 Foothill.
The CUP allowed 10 people to live at 1292 Foothill, and a maximum of 20 people for meetings and gatherings.
I've attached a copy of the CUP to this email.
It seems the property representative, Kevin Hauber, started exploring the idea of demolishing the houses at
1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall Way in 2005 to redevelop the property. The City's file number for the project is
109-05, and "05" indicates the first application was made in 2005, but took some time before the final plans
were brought to the ARC and PC. It was a large project that included rezoning several properties from R-3 to R-
4, demolishing the existing homes at 1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall, and replacing them with an 8,800 square
foot, 29-bed fraternity house on the property. The three-story building included 16 bedrooms, an apartment for
house parents, kitchen and dining facilities, an office, and a library. A rendering of the proposed new building
from the Agenda Report is below.
According to the Planning Commission Agenda Report on 2/13/2008, when the demolition of the homes was
proposed, the existing CUP only allowed 10 persons to reside at the house. This indicates the CUP #U-194-97,
approved in 1998, was in effect when the hearing took place in 2008.
Aside from the rezoning from R-3 to R-4 at 1290 Foothill, 135 Crandall, and 137 & 175 Crandall (which was a
1.4-acre site with a 20-unit apartment complex), none of the buildings at those addresses were affected by the
CUP.
On 2/13/2008, the Planning Commission approved CUP #109-05 for 1290 and 1292 Foothill Blvd, 123, 125,
137, and 175 Crandall Way, which included rezoning from R-3 to R-4 and redeveloping the property. The
existing homes were never demolished, and the project was not completed.
15
Condition 1 of the CUP says, "The use permit shall not be effective until after the associated site development
has been completed consistent with the related Architectural Review Commission application ARC 109-05,
and given final occupancy." The entire CUP is copied at the bottom of this email.
It seems that Condition 1 was never met. That's why I wrote to you on 2/17/2025 and said that it appears the
terms of the CUP were never fulfilled, and asked if it was a valid CUP. Here is a portion of my email:
"There is a CUP for 1290 & 1292 Foothill, 123, 135, 137 & 175 Crandall Way (#109-05). It was a supplement to
the CUP for 1292 Foothill (#174-97) and was included in the report I gave you on 11/8/2023, which I have
attached to this email on pages 28-32 of 95 pages. There have been noise calls for the addresses on Crandall
Way but they do not show up in SLOPD's database as a fraternity. It appears the terms of the CUP were
never fulfilled, therefore perhaps that CUP is not valid but I'm not sure. Would you please let me know
the status of those addresses? Sigma Nu occupies 1292 Foothill and a sorority occupies 1290 Foothill, and I
believe Sigma Nu also occupies the properties on Crandall Way. I'm just trying to get my records straight so
would greatly appreciate some clarification about this.
John, you responded on 2/25/2025 and said: The CUP (109-05) is valid and encompasses all addresses
listed on the permit (1290 & 1292 Foothill, 123, 135, 137, 175 Crandall).
I've gone back and reviewed all the hearings for 1292 Foothill and cannot find any other hearings. The CUP you
provided for the property at 1292 Foothill is based on the development of the property, which never happened.
Here is a screenshot from the 2008 hearing, referencing the drawn-out development plans from 2005 (109-05).
I'm trying to keep accurate records and understand the Greek life issue. Will you please clarify the situation for
the CUP at 1292 Foothill? Is the CUP valid even though the property was never developed? The CUP for the
existing house, which was never demolished, was 10. The CUP currently used by the City allows 29 people,
almost three times the original CUP, and matches the proposed 3-story house that had 29 beds for the
fraternity. The current house is the same house that limited occupancy to 10, but the present CUP says 29,
even though the house was never demolished and redeveloped. It doesn't make sense.
16
What are the occupancy limitations at each property listed in the CUP?
Alpha Phi, a sorority, occupies 1290 Foothill, Sigma Nu occupies 1292 Foothill, and I'm not sure who occupies
the addresses on Crandall. Does the City notify the sorority and fraternity of the terms of their CUPs? How does
the City differentiate between the two separate organizations on such a large property, to include many
addresses on Crandall Way and Foothill?
The reason the property at 1292 Foothill has come to my attention is that last weekend, there were multiple
social media posts about a "conjoined dayge" held by Delta Chi and Sigma Nu on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The
large dayge was at 1292 Foothill, and SLOPD listed 200 people at the party. (I did not call SLOPD.) Some of my
neighbors have also said that 1292 Foothill is an ongoing problem with noisy fraternity parties. I've requested
the SLOPD history for the property. Meanwhile, I want to sort out the CUP issue and confirm whether the CUP
you have given me is actually valid, because the development was never completed. I have attached the record
of the meeting to his email.
Thank you for your help. I hope you have a nice weekend.
Kathie
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18
From:kathie walker <
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 6:42 PM
To:Mezzapesa, John; Tway, Timothea (Timmi); Stewjenkins Info
Cc:Sandra Rowley; Carolyn Smith; Brett Cross; Salem, Rami
Subject:1292 Foothill, Current list of CUP addresses, CUPs for AEPi & LCA
Attachments:CUP 1292 Foothill 1998.pdf; 04_15_2008, PH4 - REVIEW OF USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A
FRATERNITY, ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW, AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND RE.pdf
Hi Timmi and John,
Updated List of CUPs
John, you sent me a list of the current CUPs on file at the City about a year ago, on July 19, 2024. Would you
please provide an updated list?
CUPs for Alpha Epsilon Pi and Lambda Chi Alpha
Would you please provide the current CUPs for Alpha Epsilon Pi or Lambda Chi Alpha? I can't find a copy of the
CUPs that were ultimately approved.
CUP U-109-05
I wrote to you both on 2/17/2025 ("Questions about fraternity operations") for clarification on the CUP (U-109-
05) for 135, 137, 139 Crandall and 1290, 1292 Foothill because the record says the approval of the CUP was
based on proposed improvements as a condition of use. The proposed improvements, including demolition and
redevelopment of the property, never happened.
Originally, a CUP for 1292 Foothill (U-194-97) for Lambda Chi Alpha was approved by the City Council on
3/17/1998. Before the approval of the CUP, the Simer "SLO Coast" Hostel was operating at 1292 Foothill, and
Lambda Chi Alpha was located at 1617 Santa Rosa. The fraternity and the hostel swapped locations, allowing
the hostel to occupy the 1617 Santa Rosa property while Lambda Chi Alpha occupied 1292 Foothill.
The CUP allowed 10 people to live at 1292 Foothill, and a maximum of 20 people for meetings and gatherings.
I've attached a copy of the CUP to this email.
It seems the property representative, Kevin Hauber, started exploring the idea of demolishing the houses at
1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall Way in 2005 to redevelop the property. The City's file number for the project is
109-05, and "05" indicates the first application was made in 2005, but took some time before the final plans
were brought to the ARC and PC. It was a large project that included rezoning several properties from R-3 to R-4,
demolishing the existing homes at 1292 Foothill and 123 Crandall, and replacing them with an 8,800 square
foot, 29-bed fraternity house on the property. The three-story building included 16 bedrooms, an apartment for
house parents, kitchen and dining facilities, an office, and a library. A rendering of the proposed new building
from the Agenda Report is below.
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According to the Planning Commission Agenda Report on 2/13/2008, when the demolition of the homes was
proposed, the existing CUP only allowed 10 persons to reside at the house. This indicates the CUP #U-194-97,
approved in 1998, was in effect when the hearing took place in 2008.
Aside from the rezoning from R-3 to R-4 at 1290 Foothill, 135 Crandall, and 137 & 175 Crandall (which was a 1.4-
acre site with a 20-unit apartment complex), none of the buildings at those addresses were affected by the CUP.
On 2/13/2008, the Planning Commission approved CUP #109-05 for 1290 and 1292 Foothill Blvd, 123, 125, 137,
and 175 Crandall Way, which included rezoning from R-3 to R-4 and redeveloping the property. The existing
homes were never demolished, and the project was not completed.
Condition 1 of the CUP says, "The use permit shall not be effective until after the associated site development
has been completed consistent with the related Architectural Review Commission application ARC 109-05, and
given final occupancy." The entire CUP is copied at the bottom of this email.
It seems that Condition 1 was never met. That's why I wrote to you on 2/17/2025 and said that it appears the
terms of the CUP were never fulfilled, and asked if it was a valid CUP. Here is a portion of my email:
"There is a CUP for 1290 & 1292 Foothill, 123, 135, 137 & 175 Crandall Way (#109-05). It was a supplement to
the CUP for 1292 Foothill (#174-97) and was included in the report I gave you on 11/8/2023, which I have
attached to this email on pages 28-32 of 95 pages. There have been noise calls for the addresses on Crandall
Way but they do not show up in SLOPD's database as a fraternity. It appears the terms of the CUP were never
fulfilled, therefore perhaps that CUP is not valid but I'm not sure. Would you please let me know the
status of those addresses? Sigma Nu occupies 1292 Foothill and a sorority occupies 1290 Foothill, and I
20
believe Sigma Nu also occupies the properties on Crandall Way. I'm just trying to get my records straight so
would greatly appreciate some clarification about this.
John, you responded on 2/25/2025 and said: The CUP (109-05) is valid and encompasses all addresses listed
on the permit (1290 & 1292 Foothill, 123, 135, 137, 175 Crandall).
I've gone back and reviewed all the hearings for 1292 Foothill and cannot find any other hearings. The CUP you
provided for the property at 1292 Foothill is based on the development of the property, which never happened.
Here is a screenshot from the 2008 hearing, referencing the drawn-out development plans from 2005 (109-05).
I'm trying to keep accurate records and understand the Greek life issue. Will you please clarify the situation for
the CUP at 1292 Foothill? Is the CUP valid even though the property was never developed? The CUP for the
existing house, which was never demolished, was 10. The CUP currently used by the City allows 29 people,
almost three times the original CUP, and matches the proposed 3-story house that had 29 beds for the
fraternity. The current house is the same house that limited occupancy to 10, but the present CUP says 29,
even though the house was never demolished and redeveloped. It doesn't make sense.
What are the occupancy limitations at each property listed in the CUP?
Alpha Phi, a sorority, occupies 1290 Foothill, Sigma Nu occupies 1292 Foothill, and I'm not sure who occupies
the addresses on Crandall. Does the City notify the sorority and fraternity of the terms of their CUPs? How does
the City differentiate between the two separate organizations on such a large property, to include many
addresses on Crandall Way and Foothill?
The reason the property at 1292 Foothill has come to my attention is that last weekend, there were multiple
social media posts about a "conjoined dayge" held by Delta Chi and Sigma Nu on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The
large dayge was at 1292 Foothill, and SLOPD listed 200 people at the party. (I did not call SLOPD.) Some of my
neighbors have also said that 1292 Foothill is an ongoing problem with noisy fraternity parties. I've requested
the SLOPD history for the property. Meanwhile, I want to sort out the CUP issue and confirm whether the CUP
21
you have given me is actually valid, because the development was never completed. I have attached the record
of the meeting to his email.
Thank you for your help. I hope you have a nice weekend.
Kathie
22
1 Attachment 8
Resolution No. XXXX(2008 Series)
Page 2
c. Areas to be graded or excavated must be kept adequately wetted to prevent visible
emissions from crossing the property line;
d. Storage piles must be kept adequately wetted, treated with a chemical dust
suppressant, or covered when material is not being added to or removed from the
pile;
e. Equipment must be washed down before moving from the property onto a paved
public road; and
f. Visible track-out on the paved public road must be cleaned using wet sweeping or
a HEPA filter equipped vacuum device within twenty-four(24) hours.
Monitoring Program: Construction phase air quality mitigation measures are
monitored by the Air Pollution Control District (APCD), through a complaint based
enforcement system. The requirements listed above are noted on the project plans and
the City Building Inspector and Public Works Inspector for the project are instructed to
contact APCD in the event of a probable violation. Members of the public can also
call APCD if they are concerned about dust or other emissions from a construction
site.
SECTION 2. General Plan Amendment Approval & Findings. The General Plan
Amendment included as part of City Application No. GPA 109-05, which amends the Land Use
Element Map from Medium-High Density Residential to High Density Residential for the
properties located at 1290 and 1292 Foothill Boulevard and 123, 135, and 175 Crandall Avenue as
shown on the attached Exhibit A. is hereby approved, based on the following findings:
Findings:
1. The proposed General Plan Amendment is consistent with General Plan Land Use and
Housing Element policies to locate student housing projects, fraternities and sororities,
and generally more affordable housing in close proximity to the campus.
2. The General Plan Amendment from Medium-High Density Residential (R-3) to High-
Density Residential (R-4) will allow for density required for the proposed fraternity use,
and will provide for more viable future redevelopment of other properties to be consistent
with the above General Plan Policies and Land Use Element policy stating that housing
likely to attract faculty or students should be encouraged to locate close to Cal Poly, to
reduce commute travel.
3. The proposed General Plan Amendment will not be detrimental to the health, safety and
welfare of those living and working in the vicinity since it will not allow incompatible
land uses. The area of the proposed GP/R and project site is already adjacent to other
High-Density Zoned properties and is bordered by the Cal Poly campus to the north.
SECTION 3. General Plan Amendment Adoption.
1. The Land Use Element Map is hereby amended as shown in Exhibit A.
Attachment 8
Resolution No. XXXX(2008 Series)
Page 3
2. The Community Development Director shall cause the change to be reflected in
documents, which are on display in City Hall and are available for public viewing and
use.
SECTION 4. Use Permit Approval Findings and Conditions. The Use Permit
Amendment included as part of City Application No. U 109-05, which allows redevelopment of
the properties located at 1292 Foothill Boulevard and 123 Crandall Avenue, is hereby approved,
based on the following findings, and subject to the following conditions:
Findings:
1. The proposed use, as conditioned, will not be detrimental to the health, safety and welfare
of persons living or working in the area, because limits on hours for events and numbers
of persons allowed on site will restrict activities and limit disturbances to neighbors.
2. The subject use is appropriate at the proposed location, and will be compatible with
surrounding land uses provided that the fraternity complies with all conditions at all
times.
3. The proposed use conforms to the General Plan because it is a group housing use, which
the General Plan designates as potentially appropriate for High-Density (R-4) Residential
areas.
4. The proposed use meets Zoning Ordinance requirements because it is a fraternity in a
Medium-High Density Residential (R-3) zone and proposed to be rezoned to High-
Density Residential (R-4), where fraternities are allowed with approval of a Planning
Commission use permit.
Conditions
1. The use permit shall not be effective until after the associated site development has been
completed consistent with the related Architectural Review Commission application ARC
109-05, and given final occupancy.
2. Project plans submitted for Building Division review shall reflect handicap accessibility
for the bathroom near the dining room and one of the residential bedroom units.
3. No more than twenty nine(29) persons shall reside at the house at any time. Additions to
structures or additional occupancy shall require a use permit amendment. The applicant
shall allow the city to verify occupancy of the house by allowing an inspection of the
records or by a visual inspection of the premises. Any inspection shall be at a reasonable
time and shall be preceded by a 24-hour notice to the residents.
Attachment 8
Resolution No.XXXX(2008 Series)
Page 4
4. On site parking consistent with ARC approved plans shall be provided and maintained at
all times for the intended use.
5. The property shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner. All plant materials shall
be maintained and replaced as necessary.
6. The maximum number of persons allowed on the site for routine meetings and gatherings
is 44, except as specifically approved by the Community Development Director for
special events. For such special events, the applicant shall also submit a parking and
transportation plan.
7. No meetings, parties, or other types of similar activities that would violate City Noise
Ordinances or other City regulations, or that would exceed the maximum 44 persons
provisions noted in the above condition may take place between the hours of 10 p.m. and
9 a.m., except as approved by the Community Development Director.
8. The applicant shall institute and maintain a neighborhood relations program. The
neighborhood relations program shall be submitted and found complete to the satisfaction
of the Community Development Director prior to issuance of building permits. This plan
shall include at least the following elements:
Annual training of all members in community relations.
A program to inform neighbors of upcoming events at the house.
Submission of names and telephone numbers of responsible persons, including the
alumni president and chief financial officer, to the Community Development Department
and to the neighbors within two blocks of the house. Responsible persons shall be
available during all events and at reasonable hours otherwise, to receive and handle
complaints.
9. Evidence of implementation of said plan shall be submitted to the director for review
each year. Failure to exercise reasonable efforts to implement said plan may be grounds
for revocation of this permit.
10. Events, including meetings or parties, on site, shall be limited to those listed on a meeting
and activities schedule, submitted to and approved by the Community Development
Director in the fall of each year. Exceptions to this schedule must be approved by the
Community Development Director. If the Director determines the change is significant
and may have an adverse impact on the neighborhood, then it will be referred to the
Planning Commission for consideration.
11. Only signs permitted by the City and consistent with Sign Regulations may be displayed
on the premises unless approved by the Community Development Director for temporary
events.
7 - Z
Attachment 8
Resolution No.XXXX(2008 Series)
Page 5
12. The use permit shall be reviewed if any reasonable written citizen or Police or Fire
Department complaints are received by the City. In review of the use permit, the
Planning Commission may add, delete or modify conditions of approval, or revoke the
use permit. The Planning Commission may consider adding a condition requiring
fraternity officers to perform a community service project in the neighborhood.
13. Failure to comply with any of the above conditions or code requirements, or the conduct
of the use so as to constitute a violation of Federal, State, or local law, or so as to
constitute a public nuisance or so as to cause adverse impacts on the health, safety, or
welfare of persons in the vicinity of this use is prohibited and may constitute grounds for
revocation of this permit.
On motion of seconded by and on the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this_day of 2008.
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
City Clerk Audrey Hooper
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Oomey JonathanLowell
GA GACD-PIAN\BLcvcihl\Lunda Chi Ftat(1292 Foothill),ARC,GP,RZ,ER,U,FH\CC Reno 109-05(GP.ER,U).doc
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 4:48 PM
To:Juan Fernandez
Subject:RE: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Attachments:204CALIFORNIA.pdf; 1127FOOTHILL.pdf; 720FOOTHILL.pdf
Reports attached. I’m not available that week to meet. I have time on Monday, June 16 th or Monday, June 30th.
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 3:55 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade Spriggs
<ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Right- I was suggesting we might meet at the Fraternity on the 26th after the Planning Commission meeting to
discuss event management. Open to meeting in advance of the PC meeting as well.
Thanks again,
/juan
On Jun 13, 2025, at 15:44, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org> wrote:
Yes, the noise statute is correct.
I’m pretty sure the PC meeting is the 25th, not the 26th. I’m not able to attend that night but we can set
up a time to meet a different time. I haven’t been inside the property, but I’ve been out front.
I’ll have the reports to you shortly and I’ll provide September 2023 to current.
Thanks,
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 3:38 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade Spriggs
<ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
SUPER appreciate the quick reply and advice. I was actually considering reaching out to RQN. As
to “accurate", I mean are the noise statutes still accurate; it looks like the letter may have been
written a while ago.
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I’m curious about the party registration- we can come back to that. I was only thinking this
calendar year but I guess the more data, the better. Two years would be great. If you’re available
to discuss event management on 26th, we can do it in person. Have you ever visited our Fraternity
property?
Thanks,
/juan
On Jun 13, 2025, at 15:28, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Juan,
Happy to help. Before running reports, can you help me understand why you only need
calendar year 2025? I typically provide data that includes either the academic year or at
least two calendar years.
SLOPD has party registration, but 720 Foothill hasn’t been eligible for it for a few years
because of repeated noise violations.
I’m not sure what you mean by “accurate” with regards to the RQN letter. If you are
asking me if I think RQN is seeking to build relationships with fraternities, my answer is
no. I strongly recommend you do not reach out to RQN at this time. We can discuss
event management after your Planning Commission meeting.
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 2:48 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade
Spriggs <ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Hi Christine-
Terry and I are Exec board members of the Delta Upsilon Alumni organization working with Mallory to
prepare for the Planning Commission meeting June 25. We’d like to request PD records information
regarding our property in preparation. Can you please provide a list of any 2025 noise complaints for our
property and two others as datapoints?
Our property is:
720 Foothill Blvd
Additional address request:
1127 Foothill
204 California
FYI, Terry and I are reviewing the recommended amendments to the Fraternity Use Permit definition and
as the longest continually recognized Fraternity at Cal Poly (70 years!) we’d like to be a lighthouse for
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open communication. I believe there have been recommendations to notify Code Enforcement prior to an
event- does PD have a similar self-reporting process to notify prior to a planned event at our property?
I’d also like to ask if the “Good Neighbor” letter posted by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods is
accurate. We’d like to work with neighbor groups like RQN to align on the use of our property with
reasonable neighborly expectations. Our Active fraternity members do try to limit noise and are open to
coaching and notifying prior to planned events.
Thank you in advance for your collaboration...
/juan
Juan Fernandez
06/13/25 San Luis Obispo Police Department 919
16:44 NSPY Clearance Data Page: 1
NSPY OFF/LOC/CLEARANCE:
Incident address When reported Responsible off Cle Offe
------------------------- ------------------- --------------- --- ----
204 CALIFORNIA # C1; GRID 23:38:18 11/06/2023 Ye, Jeremy DAC NSPY
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
06/13/25 San Luis Obispo Police Department 919
16:41 NSPY Clearance Data Page: 1
NSPY OFF/LOC/CLEARANCE:
Incident address When reported Responsible off Cle Offe
------------------------- ------------------- --------------- --- ----
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 23:13:49 10/11/2023 Swartz, C NV NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 22:15:38 10/18/2023 Etherton, B CIT NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 23:45:22 12/02/2023 Johanson, T CIT NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 21:23:32 02/01/2024 Ares, J NV NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 22:19:03 05/01/2024 Mangskau, N NV NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 23:05:26 06/07/2024 Crawford, C NV NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 00:14:25 09/18/2024 Jessen, S CIT NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 22:00:28 11/15/2024 Brewer, D NV NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 00:37:14 01/18/2025 Cordell, A NV NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 23:19:25 01/23/2025 Bracy, B CIT NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 21:10:45 02/07/2025 Meggs, N CIT NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 22:31:44 02/07/2025 Meggs, N CIT NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 22:08:22 02/27/2025 Cordell, A CIT NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 21:20:29 02/28/2025 Ayres, A NV NSPY
720 FOOTHILL; DELTA UPSIL 07:16:39 03/15/2025 Ybarra, F NV NSPY
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
06/13/25 San Luis Obispo Police Department 919
16:43 NSPY Clearance Data Page: 1
NSPY OFF/LOC/CLEARANCE:
Incident address When reported Responsible off Cle Offe
------------------------- ------------------- --------------- --- ----
1127 FOOTHILL # 203; GRID 23:16:31 02/23/2024 Fernandez, J DAC NSPY
1127 FOOTHILL # 204 00:57:24 12/06/2024 Ladow, D NV NSPY
1127 FOOTHILL # 107 23:51:36 02/22/2025 Dahmen, I DAC NSPY
1127 FOOTHILL # 109; AREA 23:13:35 05/03/2025 Dahmen, I NV NSPY
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
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From:Christopher Nielsen <
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 4:20 PM
To:Patino, Mallory
Cc:president.cpdeltachi@gmail.com
Subject:Re: USE-0332-2025, Resolution No. PC-1102-2025, revoking the Conditional Use Permit for a
fraternity (Delta Chi) at 1236 Monte Vista Place.
Thank you Mallory for the information.
We will review the material and get back to you.
Just to confirm, if we appeal, the final action of the planning commission is put on pause and our CUP remains
until the appeal is resolved by the council?
Have a great weekend!
Chris
-
Christopher Nielsen
On Thu, Jun 12, 2025 at 3:53 PM Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org> wrote:
Hello,
Last night (June 11, 2025), following the Public Hearing on May 28, 2025, the Planning Commission adopted
Resolution No. PC-1102-2025, revoking the Conditional Use Permit for a fraternity (Delta Chi) at 1236 Monte Vista
Place. A copy of the Resolution is attached here.
This Resolution (decision) may be appealed to the City Council. To appeal, you must complete and file the Appeal to
the City Council form with the City Clerk’s Office within 10 calendar days of this written rendered decision (by end of
business day, Monday June 23, because day 10 is on a weekend). The required filing fee ($2,583.46) must
accompany the appeal form. You can pay the appeal fee at the Finance Counter, which is temporarily located at 919
Palm Street, in person from Monday-Thursday, 8am-4pm. If you need to pay over the phone, you can let me know
and I’ll coordinate phone payment.
Information about the appeal procedures is on the City's Website here (refer to the ‘Appeal to the City Council’
section).
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If you would like to pursue applying for a new Conditional Use Permit, I have attached here the application checklist
of items required to apply (note: physical copies of plans are no longer required). You can apply via email by
submitting the application materials to planning@slocity.org. Upon submittal of an application, Planning staff will set
up an application and send you an invoice for the required application filing fee ($10,932.57). The invoice will be sent
with instructions on how to pay online. If you prefer to apply and pay in person, let me know and I can provide details
for days and times when our Planning counter is open to the public.
If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.
Best,
Mallory Patino
pronouns she/her/hers
Assistant Planner
Community Development
919 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E mpatino@slocity.org
slocity.org
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From:Juan Fernandez <
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 3:55 PM
To:Wallace, Christine
Cc:Terry Reeves; Patino, Mallory; Wade Spriggs
Subject:Re: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Right- I was suggesting we might meet at the Fraternity on the 26th after the Planning Commission meeting to
discuss event management. Open to meeting in advance of the PC meeting as well.
Thanks again,
/juan
On Jun 13, 2025, at 15:44, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org> wrote:
Yes, the noise statute is correct.
I’m pretty sure the PC meeting is the 25th, not the 26th. I’m not able to attend that night but we can set
up a time to meet a different time. I haven’t been inside the property, but I’ve been out front.
I’ll have the reports to you shortly and I’ll provide September 2023 to current.
Thanks,
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 3:38 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade Spriggs
<ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
SUPER appreciate the quick reply and advice. I was actually considering reaching out to RQN. As
to “accurate", I mean are the noise statutes still accurate; it looks like the letter may have been
written a while ago.
I’m curious about the party registration- we can come back to that. I was only thinking this
calendar year but I guess the more data, the better. Two years would be great. If you’re available
to discuss event management on 26th, we can do it in person. Have you ever visited our Fraternity
property?
Thanks,
/juan
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On Jun 13, 2025, at 15:28, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Juan,
Happy to help. Before running reports, can you help me understand why you only need
calendar year 2025? I typically provide data that includes either the academic year or at
least two calendar years.
SLOPD has party registration, but 720 Foothill hasn’t been eligible for it for a few years
because of repeated noise violations.
I’m not sure what you mean by “accurate” with regards to the RQN letter. If you are
asking me if I think RQN is seeking to build relationships with fraternities, my answer is
no. I strongly recommend you do not reach out to RQN at this time. We can discuss
event management after your Planning Commission meeting.
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 2:48 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade
Spriggs <ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Hi Christine-
Terry and I are Exec board members of the Delta Upsilon Alumni organization working with
Mallory to prepare for the Planning Commission meeting June 25. We’d like to request PD
records information regarding our property in preparation. Can you please provide a list of any
2025 noise complaints for our property and two others as datapoints?
Our property is:
720 Foothill Blvd
Additional address request:
1127 Foothill
204 California
FYI, Terry and I are reviewing the recommended amendments to the Fraternity Use Permit
definition and as the longest continually recognized Fraternity at Cal Poly (70 years!) we’d like to
be a lighthouse for open communication. I believe there have been recommendations to notify
Code Enforcement prior to an event- does PD have a similar self-reporting process to notify prior
to a planned event at our property?
I’d also like to ask if the “Good Neighbor” letter posted by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods is
accurate. We’d like to work with neighbor groups like RQN to align on the use of our property with
reasonable neighborly expectations. Our Active fraternity members do try to limit noise and are
open to coaching and notifying prior to planned events.
30
Thank you in advance for your collaboration...
/juan
Juan Fernandez
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 3:44 PM
To:Juan Fernandez
Cc:Terry Reeves; Patino, Mallory; Wade Spriggs
Subject:RE: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Yes, the noise statute is correct.
I’m pretty sure the PC meeting is the 25th, not the 26th. I’m not able to attend that night but we can set up a time to
meet a different time. I haven’t been inside the property, but I’ve been out front.
I’ll have the reports to you shortly and I’ll provide September 2023 to current.
Thanks,
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 3:38 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade Spriggs
<ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
SUPER appreciate the quick reply and advice. I was actually considering reaching out to RQN. As to “accurate",
I mean are the noise statutes still accurate; it looks like the letter may have been written a while ago.
I’m curious about the party registration- we can come back to that. I was only thinking this calendar year but I
guess the more data, the better. Two years would be great. If you’re available to discuss event management on
26th, we can do it in person. Have you ever visited our Fraternity property?
Thanks,
/juan
On Jun 13, 2025, at 15:28, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Juan,
Happy to help. Before running reports, can you help me understand why you only need calendar year
2025? I typically provide data that includes either the academic year or at least two calendar years.
SLOPD has party registration, but 720 Foothill hasn’t been eligible for it for a few years because of
repeated noise violations.
I’m not sure what you mean by “accurate” with regards to the RQN letter. If you are asking me if I think
RQN is seeking to build relationships with fraternities, my answer is no. I strongly recommend you do
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not reach out to RQN at this time. We can discuss event management after your Planning Commission
meeting.
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 2:48 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade Spriggs
<ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Hi Christine-
Terry and I are Exec board members of the Delta Upsilon Alumni organization working with Mallory to prepare for
the Planning Commission meeting June 25. We’d like to request PD records information regarding our property in
preparation. Can you please provide a list of any 2025 noise complaints for our property and two others as
datapoints?
Our property is:
720 Foothill Blvd
Additional address request:
1127 Foothill
204 California
FYI, Terry and I are reviewing the recommended amendments to the Fraternity Use Permit definition and as the
longest continually recognized Fraternity at Cal Poly (70 years!) we’d like to be a lighthouse for open
communication. I believe there have been recommendations to notify Code Enforcement prior to an event- does
PD have a similar self-reporting process to notify prior to a planned event at our property?
I’d also like to ask if the “Good Neighbor” letter posted by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods is accurate. We’d
like to work with neighbor groups like RQN to align on the use of our property with reasonable neighborly
expectations. Our Active fraternity members do try to limit noise and are open to coaching and notifying prior to
planned events.
Thank you in advance for your collaboration...
/juan
Juan Fernandez
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From:Juan Fernandez <
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 3:38 PM
To:Wallace, Christine
Cc:Terry Reeves; Patino, Mallory; Wade Spriggs
Subject:Re: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
SUPER appreciate the quick reply and advice. I was actually considering reaching out to RQN. As to “accurate",
I mean are the noise statutes still accurate; it looks like the letter may have been written a while ago.
I’m curious about the party registration- we can come back to that. I was only thinking this calendar year but I
guess the more data, the better. Two years would be great. If you’re available to discuss event management on
26th, we can do it in person. Have you ever visited our Fraternity property?
Thanks,
/juan
On Jun 13, 2025, at 15:28, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi Juan,
Happy to help. Before running reports, can you help me understand why you only need calendar year
2025? I typically provide data that includes either the academic year or at least two calendar years.
SLOPD has party registration, but 720 Foothill hasn’t been eligible for it for a few years because of
repeated noise violations.
I’m not sure what you mean by “accurate” with regards to the RQN letter. If you are asking me if I think
RQN is seeking to build relationships with fraternities, my answer is no. I strongly recommend you do
not reach out to RQN at this time. We can discuss event management after your Planning Commission
meeting.
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 2:48 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade Spriggs
<ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Hi Christine-
Terry and I are Exec board members of the Delta Upsilon Alumni organization working with Mallory to prepare for
the Planning Commission meeting June 25. We’d like to request PD records information regarding our property in
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preparation. Can you please provide a list of any 2025 noise complaints for our property and two others as
datapoints?
Our property is:
720 Foothill Blvd
Additional address request:
1127 Foothill
204 California
FYI, Terry and I are reviewing the recommended amendments to the Fraternity Use Permit definition and as the
longest continually recognized Fraternity at Cal Poly (70 years!) we’d like to be a lighthouse for open
communication. I believe there have been recommendations to notify Code Enforcement prior to an event- does
PD have a similar self-reporting process to notify prior to a planned event at our property?
I’d also like to ask if the “Good Neighbor” letter posted by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods is accurate. We’d
like to work with neighbor groups like RQN to align on the use of our property with reasonable neighborly
expectations. Our Active fraternity members do try to limit noise and are open to coaching and notifying prior to
planned events.
Thank you in advance for your collaboration...
/juan
Juan Fernandez
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 3:28 PM
To:Juan Fernandez
Cc:Terry Reeves; Patino, Mallory; Wade Spriggs
Subject:RE: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Hi Juan,
Happy to help. Before running reports, can you help me understand why you only need calendar year 2025? I typically
provide data that includes either the academic year or at least two calendar years.
SLOPD has party registration, but 720 Foothill hasn’t been eligible for it for a few years because of repeated noise
violations.
I’m not sure what you mean by “accurate” with regards to the RQN letter. If you are asking me if I think RQN is
seeking to build relationships with fraternities, my answer is no. I strongly recommend you do not reach out to RQN at
this time. We can discuss event management after your Planning Commission meeting.
CW
From: Juan Fernandez <
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 2:48 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Terry Reeves < ; Patino, Mallory <mpatino@slocity.org>; Wade Spriggs
<ducalpolypresident@gmail.com>
Subject: Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Hi Christine-
Terry and I are Exec board members of the Delta Upsilon Alumni organization working with Mallory to prepare for the Planning
Commission meeting June 25. We’d like to request PD records information regarding our property in preparation. Can you please
provide a list of any 2025 noise complaints for our property and two others as datapoints?
Our property is:
720 Foothill Blvd
Additional address request:
1127 Foothill
204 California
FYI, Terry and I are reviewing the recommended amendments to the Fraternity Use Permit definition and as the longest
continually recognized Fraternity at Cal Poly (70 years!) we’d like to be a lighthouse for open communication. I believe there have
been recommendations to notify Code Enforcement prior to an event- does PD have a similar self-reporting process to notify prior
to a planned event at our property?
I’d also like to ask if the “Good Neighbor” letter posted by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods is accurate. We’d like to work with
neighbor groups like RQN to align on the use of our property with reasonable neighborly expectations. Our Active fraternity
members do try to limit noise and are open to coaching and notifying prior to planned events.
Thank you in advance for your collaboration...
/juan
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Juan Fernandez
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From:Juan Fernandez <
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 3:06 PM
To:dbravo-valencia@slocity.org; Ares, Christian
Cc:Terry Reeves; Wade Spriggs
Subject:Area 1 Neighborhood Officers - 720 Foothill Blvd
Hello Officers Bravo and Ares-
I’m an Alumni Exec Board member doing some preparaƟon for an upcoming Planning Commission meeƟng and would like to ask
your input as the Area 1 neighborhood officers. If you’re not familiar with the address, our property is the Fraternity house
across from Five Guys burgers on Foothill. We have 14 rooms and 15 young men that live at the property. We have received noise
complaints for occasional loud talking in the parking area under the house and for a party.
My quesƟon is this: Are you aware of any immediate neighbors that we can noƟfy in advance of a planned event so that they
aren’t surprised by noise and call PD? Do you have a method for us to inform you in advance of an event so that you might be
aware?
Our Fraternity just celebrated 70 years at Cal Poly and we’re in this for long haul. We’re open to input on best methods of
collaboraƟon with neighbors and PD while sƟll enjoying the opportunity to assemble at the house. We look forward to working
with you.
Thank you!
/juan
Juan Fernandez
Alumni / AcƟve RelaƟons Chair
Delta Upsilon Fraternity
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From:Juan Fernandez <
Sent:Friday, June 13, 2025 2:48 PM
To:Wallace, Christine
Cc:Terry Reeves; Patino, Mallory; Wade Spriggs
Subject:Info request - Planning Commission Meeting June 25
Hi Christine-
Terry and I are Exec board members of the Delta Upsilon Alumni organization working with Mallory to prepare for the Planning
Commission meeting June 25. We’d like to request PD records information regarding our property in preparation. Can you please
provide a list of any 2025 noise complaints for our property and two others as datapoints?
Our property is:
720 Foothill Blvd
Additional address request:
1127 Foothill
204 California
FYI, Terry and I are reviewing the recommended amendments to the Fraternity Use Permit definition and as the longest
continually recognized Fraternity at Cal Poly (70 years!) we’d like to be a lighthouse for open communication. I believe there have
been recommendations to notify Code Enforcement prior to an event- does PD have a similar self-reporting process to notify prior
to a planned event at our property?
I’d also like to ask if the “Good Neighbor” letter posted by Residents for Quality Neighborhoods is accurate. We’d like to work with
neighbor groups like RQN to align on the use of our property with reasonable neighborly expectations. Our Active fraternity
members do try to limit noise and are open to coaching and notifying prior to planned events.
Thank you in advance for your collaboration...
/juan
Juan Fernandez