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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT Oftima ffE"''NUMBER:
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FROM: Arnold B. JoniYApirector of Community Development
Prepared By: Ro ald Whisenand, Development Review Manage
SUBJECT: Appeal of the Planning Commission denial of parking exceptions at 1939 Huasna
Dr. (OTHER 15-95).
CAO RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the attached resolution making findings and upholding
the Planning Commissions's action denying the requested parking exceptions.
DISCUSSION
Background
The applicant purchased the subject single family residential property in 1989. One of the
previous owners had converted the garage into a bedroom without obtaining the necessary
building permits. The illegal conversion was brought to the attention of the Community
Development Department and enforcement action was initiated. The applicant does not want to
convert the bedroom back into a garage and has requested to provide the lost parking space
between the garage and the southern most property line. In order to do so, an exception is
needed to: 1) allow an uncovered parking space; and 2) allow for the parking space to be 8 feet
wide when the minimum width standard for the City of San Luis Obispo is 8.6 feet wide.
The applicant applied for the parking exceptions on January 03, 1995. Based on a review by
the director, it was determined that the findings necessary to grant the exceptions could not be
supported and therefore the exceptions were denied (January 04, 1995). The applicant filed an
appeal of the director's decision on January 17, 1995. The appeal was taken-up by the Planning
Commission at a public hearing on February 22, 1995. Based on public testimony and input
from staff, the Planning Commission was unable to support the requested amendment.
The Commission felt the exceptions would constitute a grant of special privilege considering the
development pattern of other properties in the vicinity and would adversely impact the health,
safety, and general welfare of residents in the area primarily due to impacts of insufficient on-
street parking. Finally, the Commission felt that there were other options available to the
applicant whereby full enjoyment of her property could be achieved in compliance with all
applicable development standards including parking. A copy of the Planning Commission staff
report with analysis, resolution of denial, and background material is attached.
The applicant appealed the Planning Commission's decision on March 3, 1995. The basis of
the appeal (attached) is the applicant does not feel that approval of the exceptions would
constitute a grant of special privilege. In addition, she believes that her request will get
additional vehicles off the street thereby improving the parking situation for the neighborhood.
Finally, the applicant is concerned because compliance would create a financial hardship for her.
City of San JS OBISp0 _.
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
Council Report - Other 15-95
Page 2
As stated above, staffs analysis of the request is contained in the attached Commission staff
report. In summary, the Commission was sympathetic of the applicant's situation but felt from
a land use perspective, the granting of the exceptions would negatively impact the neighborhood.
Although other examples of conversions exist, the neighborhood "character" is that of single
family residences with single car garages. It was felt that it would set a dangerous precedence
to allow garage conversions without adequate parking in an neighborhood that already has
insufficient on-site parking. The Commission's findings for denial are contained in the attached
resolution.
ALTERNATIVES
Should the Council be able to make all three findings then the applicants requested parking
exceptions should be granted. As noted in the Planning Commission staff report however, it is
recommended that approval action include a requirement that the applicant successfully complete
a lot line adjustment with the property owner to the south.
ATTAC>MIEIVTS
1. Draft Resolution "A" denying the appeal
2. Draft Resolution "B" approving the appeal
3. Planning Commission Resolution
4. Applicant's Appeal
5. Planning Commission Staff Report
6. Background Material
Draft Resolution "A"
RESOLUTION NO. (1995 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
DENYING AN APPEAL AND UPHOLDING THE PLANNING CONEMSSION
DENIAL OF PAREING EXCEPTION APPLICATION "OTHER 15-95" TO ALLOW
BOTH AN UNCOVERED PARKING SPACE AND WITH A STALL WIDTH OF 8
FEET AT 1939 HUASNA DR.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. That this Council, after consideration of the appeal of the
Planning Commission's denial of the parking exceptions (OTHER 15-95) and staff
recommendations, public testimony, and reports thereof, makes the following findings:
1. The exception will constitute a grant of special privilege considering the development pattern
of other properties in the vicinity which include single-family homes with non-conforming
parking for only one car provided in a single car garage;
2. The exception will adversely affect the health, safety, or general welfare of persons working
or residing in the vicinity due to the cumulative effect of additional on-street parking demand;
and
3. The exception is not necessary for the applicant's full enjoyment of uses permitted upon her
property because other residence addition options exist for the applicant in full compliance with
development standards including parking.
SECTION 2. Denial. The appeal of the Planning Commission's action regarding Other
15-95 is hereby denied, and action of the Planning Commission to deny the request for
exceptions to allow for an uncovered parking space and with a width of 8 feet is hereby upheld.
On motion of , seconded by
and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
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City Council Resolution No. (1995 Series)
Page 2
the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this _ day of , 1995.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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Draft Resolution "B"
RESOLUTION NO. (1995 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
UPHOLDING AN APPEAL OF AN ACTION TAKEN BY THE PLANNING
CONMIISSION TO DENY PARKING EXCEPTION APPLICATION "OTHER 15-95"
TO ALLOW BOTH AN UNCOVERED PARKING SPACE AND WITH A STALL
WIDTH OF 8 FEET AT 1939 HUASNA DR.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. That this Council, after consideration of the appeal of the
Planning Commission's denial of the parking exceptions (OTHER 15-95) and staff
recommendations, public testimony, and reports thereof, makes the following findings:
1. The exceptions will not constitute a grant of special privilege due to the applicant's ability
to have adequate area along side of her garage to park at least one vehicle provided a lot line
adjustment is completed with her neighbor.
2. The exception will not adversely affect the health, safety, or general welfare of persons
working or residing in the vicinity because the lost parking space will be provided for beside the
garage thereby not resulting in a net increase of parking on the street.
3. The exceptions are necessary for the applicant to utilize a garage conversion that existed
prior to her purchase of the property for bedroom use.
SECTION 2. Approval. The appeal is hereby upheld and the request for approval of
an exception to allow for an uncovered parking space is hereby approved, subject to the
following condition:
1. The applicant shall satisfactorily complete a lot line adjustment with the property owner
to the south in order to have a minimum setback area between the garage and the property line
of 8.6 feet.
City Council Resolution No. (1995 Series)
Page 2
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 , 1995.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED:
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SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 5146-95
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo did
conduct a public hearing in the City Council Chamber of the San Luis Obispo City Hall, San
Luis Obispo, California, on February 22, 1995, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under
application No. APPL 15-94, Alana Reynolds, applicant.
ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMIT REVIEWED:
Appeal of Director's decision to deny a parking exception that would allow the
conversion of a one car garage and the establishment of an uncovered parking space
adjacent to the garage.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
On file in the office of Community Development, City Hall.
GENERAL LOCATION:
1939 Hausna Drive.
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT:
Low-density Residential.
PRESENT ZONING:
R-1.
WHEREAS, said commission as a result of its inspections, investigations, and
studies made by itself, and in behalf and of testimonies offered at said hearing, has
established existence of the following circumstances:
1. The exception will constitute a grant of special privilege considering the development
pattern of other properties in the vicinity which include single-family homes with non-
conforming parking for only one car provided in a single car garage;
Resolution No. 5146-95
APPL 15-95
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2. The exception will adversely affect the health, safety , or general welfare of persons
working or residing in the vicinity due to the cumulative effect of additional on-street
parking demand; and
3. The exception is reasonably necessary for the applicant's full enjoyment of uses
permitted upon his/her property because other residence addition options exist for the
applicant in full compliance with development standards including parking.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that application No. APPL 15-94 be denied.
The foregoing resolution to uphold the hearing officer's action was approved by the
Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo upon the motion of Commr. Hoffman,
seconded by Commr. Cross, and upon the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commrs. Whittlesey, Karleskint, Cross, G. Williams, Hoffman, Kourakis
NOES: Commr. None
ABSENT: Commr. Senn
Amold B. Jonas, Secretary
Planning Commission
DATED: February 22, 1995
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PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT ITEM a 1
BY: Ronald Whisenand, MEETING DATE: February 22, 1995
Development Review Manager
FILE NUMBER: OTHER 15-95
PROJECT ADDRESS: 1939 Huasna Dr.
SUBJECT: Appeal of Directors denial of parking exception.
RECOMMENDATION
Uphold the Director's action denying the requested parking exception
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
Situation
The applicant purchased the subject single family residential property in 1989. One of the
previous owners had converted the garage into a bedroom without obtaining the necessary
building permits. The illegal conversion was brought to the attention of the Community
Development Department and enforcement action was initiated. The applicant does not
want to convert the bedroom back into a garage and has requested to provide the lost
parking space between the garage and the southern most property line. In order to do so,
an exception is needed to: 1) allow an uncovered parking space; and 2) allow for the parking
space to be 8 feet wide when the minimum width standard for the City of San Luis Obispo
is 8.6 feet wide.
Data Summary
Address: 1939 Huasna Dr.
Applicant/property owner: Alana Reynolds
Zoning: Low-density residential (R-1)
General Plan: Low-density residential
Environmental status: Categorically exempt (construction or conversion of new, small
structure)
EVALUATION
Section 17.16.070 of the Municipal Code allows for exceptions to the City's Parking and
Driveway Standards provided the Commission on appeal finds:
1 . The exception will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the
driveway or parking limitations upon other properties in the vicinity;
2. The exception will not adversely affect the health, safety, or general welfare of-
persons working or residing in the vicinity; and
3. The exception is reasonably necessary for the applicant's full enjoyment of uses
permitted upon his/her property.
Staff Report - OTHER 15-95
February 22, 1995
Page 2
Based on a review of the request and site visit to the neighborhood, the Director was unable
to make the findings cited above. Specifically it was felt that the granting of the exception
would constitute a grant of special privilege. The neighborhood predominantly consists of
older single family residences with one car garages. The cumulative impact on neighborhood
parking would be significant if this character were to change as these one car garages
convert to habitable area. It is important to note that the neighborhood is already non-
conforming since a majority of the residences only provide one parking space when the
current parking standards require two per single-family residence (one of which must be
covered).
The applicant has provided several photographs of residences where she believes similar
conversions have occurred. These photographs will be shared with the Commission at the
meeting. Staff has driven the neighborhood bounded by Madonna Road to the north, Los
Osos Valley Road to the west, Oceanaire Drive to the east and Cayucos Drive to the south.
Of the numerous homes that exist in this neighborhood, staff noted 14 examples where
garage conversions had obviously occurred. There are no records indicating whether these
conversions were illegal or non-conforming (i.e. predate our regulations).
The Director felt that although garage conversions in this neighborhood may have occurred
in the past, they do not represent a significant enough number to set a "character" for this
neighborhood. In addition, as pointed out above, many of these conversions may be illegal.
As in the applicant's case, follow-up enforcement action could will be pursued if and when
complaints are received.
The Director's denial was also based on the fact that sufficient area for a standard vehicle
does not exist between the fence and garage. As stated in the denial letter, parking spaces
that are not functional fail to get used. Again, the resulting impact on the neighborhood is
an increasing demand on limited on-street parking.
The applicant has provided a letter (attached) from her neighbor indicating his willingness to
adjust the property line to allow the applicant the additional area needed for a standard
parking space. This adjustment would resolve one of the requested parking exceptions and
should be made a condition of any parking exception the Commission chooses to grant.
In conclusion, the Director felt the requested exceptions would constitute a grant of special
privilege and would set a negative precedence for the neighborhood when considered from
a cumulative stand point. It is important to note that other options exist to the applicant to
provide an addition to the residence in full compliance with the setback and parking
standards. No garage conversion would be necessary. The applicant chooses to not pursue
these options due to financial reasons.
FINDINGS
1. The exception will constitute a grant of special privilege considering the development
pattern of other properties in the vicinity which include single-family homes with non-
Staff Report - OTHER 15-95
February 22, 1995
Page 3
conforming parking for only one car provided in a single car garage;
2. The exception will adversely affect the health, safety, or general welfare of persons
working or residing in the vicinity due to the cumulative effect of additional on-street parking
demand; and
3. The exception is reasonably necessary for the applicant's full enjoyment of uses
permitted upon his/her property because other residence addition options exist for the
applicant in full compliance with development standards including parking.
ALTERNATIVES
Should the Commission be able to make all three findings then the applicants requested
parking exceptions should be granted.
ATTACHMENTS
1 . Vicinity Map/Site Plan
2. Director's Denial Letter
3. Applicant's Appeal and Support Material
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January 4, 1995
Alana Reynolds
14250 Morningside Drive
Atascadero, CA 93422
Subject: Parking Exception at 1939 Huasna Dr.
Dear Ms. Reynolds:
I have reviewed your request for a parking exception at the above address. As I understand
your proposal, you would like to legalize the conversion of the existing one-car Garage on the
above reference property into "habitable area" and provide an uncovered parking space along
the south side of the house outside of the front yard setback. An exception is needed due to the
fact that the parking space will be uncovered and will have a width of eight feet when a
minimum width of 8.6 feet is required.
Section 17.16.070 of the Municipal Code allows for exceptions to the City's Parking and
Driveway Standards provided I find:
1. The exception will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with
the driveway or parking limitations upon other properties in the vicinity;
2. The exception will not adversely affect the health, safety, or general welfare
of persons working or residing in the vicinity; and
3. The exception is reasonably necessary for the applicant's full enjoyment of
uses permitted upon his/her property.
In this case, I believe that the approval of the exception would constitute a grant of special
privilege. The neighborhood predominantly consists of older single family residences with one
car garages. The cumulative impact on neighborhood parking would be significant if this
character were to change as these one car garages convert to habitan area.
Staff is also concerned that there may not be sufficient area between the fence and garage to
park and exit a standard size car as proposed. It is our experience that when parking becomes
difficult to use, it will remain vacant or be used for storage. Again, the resulting impact is an -
increase in on-street parking which effects the entire neighborhood.
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I am therefore unable to support your request. A review of your site plan indicates that you
have ample room in the back yard to accommodate an addition to the residence so you can gain
a fourth bedroom. Parking would be provided in the one-car garage consistent with zoning
standards.
Please keep in mind that my decisions are appealable to the Planning Commission. Should you
wish to have this request heard by the Commission you need to submit a written appeal to this
office outlining where you feel my decision is incorrect. The matter would then be scheduled
for the next available Planning Commission hearing. A written appeal must be received by 5:00
p.m. January 17th in order to keep your request active.
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Arnold Jonas
Community Development Director
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Alana Reynolds
14250 Morningside Drive -; rc=_ ;: u:�c -,
Atascadero . CA 93422
January 17 , 1995
T0: Planning Department and Staff
Arnold Jonas
Dear Mr. Jonas:
This is to inform you that I wish to appeal my parking
requests to the Planning commission with additional space from my
neighbor, and considering I had nothing to do with the previous
conversion, I feel strongly that a 3 inch exception is not asking
for too much.
The garage is built to city code . I will be out of the area
January 28 thru February 19, 1995 . I can be reached at (805)
438-5500
Thank you,
Alana Reynolds
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14250 Morningside Drive
Atascadero, CA 93422
January 17 , 1995
Arnold Jonas
Ron Whisenand
San Luis Obispo Planning Department
RE: 1939 Huasna Drive, San Luis Obispo
To Community Development Director and Staff :
In response to your January 4th letter to me , I do not feel
my request would constitute special privilege . The entire
neighborhood (and much of the town) has garage conversions .
I am able to move my fence over 9 inches and with a lot line
adjustment , from my neighbor, which he okayed, will then have 8
feet 3 inches for a parking space. This alternative to my
previous request means I 'm only asking for a 3 inch exception to
a parking space width. Also. only the front 7 feet of the
parking space will have a fence beside it , so opening a car door
will not be "difficult to use" .
Please reconsider! !
Sincerely,
au--,
Alana Reynolds
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COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS FOR 1939 HUASNA
ADDRESS SALES SALES BEDROOMS/BATHS
PRICE DATE
1608 HUASNA $141,083.00 10/31/94 3BEDR00M 1.75 BATH
1728 HUASNA $135,000.00 01/14/94 3BEDROOM 1 BATH
1878 HUASNA $136,500.00 05/03/94 3BEDROOM 1 BATH
1957 HUASNA $137,000.00 12/23/93 3BEDROOM i BATH
1946 LIMA $136,500.00 10/24/94 3BEDROOM i BATH
1966 VICENTE $125,000.00 12/16/94 3BEDR00M 15 BATH
1860 PINECOVE $122,500.00 01/10/95 3BEDROOM 1.5 BATH
1150 SEAWARD $164,000.00 04/14/94 4BEDROOM 1.75 BATH
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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
This is to confirm that there have been eight sales of comparable homes in the
immediate vicinity of 1939 Huasna Street, San Luis Obispo in the last twelve
months. The subject property on Huasna is a 4 bedroom home. For estimation
of current fair market value, the closest comparable sale took placeat 1150
Seaward in April, 1994. 1150 Seaward is a 4 bedroom 1.75 bath home which
sold for $164,000.00.
The remaining seven sales were of 3 bedroom 1 - 1.75 bath homes ranging in
sales price from $122,500.00 to $141,083.00. A median fair market value of 3
bedroom homes in this neighborhood would realistically be $135,000.00.
Given the supporting current sales data , a fair market value for the subject
property would be in the $165,000.00 range.
If this home were to be downgraded to a 3 bedroom residence it would be
devalued from the $165,000.00 fair market value to the current median sales
price of $135,000.00, or approximately $30,000.00.
Toni Pruett Bouman
Broker Associate, G.R.I.
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JOHN HAYES RECEIVED
1957 Huasna Drive
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 FEB 9 1995
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February 7j, .1995
Arnold Jonas Hand Delivered
Ron Whisenand
San Luis Obispo Planning Commission
990 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
SUBJECT: PROPERTY LINE BETWEEN 1939 HUASNA DRIVE AND
1957 HUASNA DRIVE, City of San Luis Obispo
Dear Mr. Whisenand:
I am the owner of the real property located at 1957
Huasna Drive, San Luis Obispo, California.
This letter is concerning my neighbors' request to
you for an uncovered parking space along side her home.
There is eight feet between her home and our property
line.
I'm agreeable to a property line adjustment of a few
Inches for Alana Reynolds if this is necessary for her
parking exception request.
We will proceed with the adjustment upon your
approval.
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Arnold Jonas HAND DELIVERED
Director
San Luis Obispo Planning Department
990 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
RE: ALANA REYNOLDS (BUCKLEY)
1939 Huasna Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Dear Mr. Jonas:
In March of this year, I had a meeting with you regarding the
home I purchased, as referenced above, in 1989 . One of the
previous owners had converted the garage into a bedroom without
obtaining all of the proper permits. When-I purchased the home, I
was informed that the conversion was permitted. Due to the recent
investigation, I have discovered that the only permit that was
filed was' to convert the carport to a garage.
In our conversation, we discussed that while the Diablo Power -
Plant was under construction, many home owners converted their
garages to living space to accommodate the influx of workers from
Diablo. (I was reminded of this by our mutual friend and realtor,
Marilee Gregory. ) It is apparent that many of these conversion
were done without all of the proper permits. The city "turned
their heads" and continued to do so, until recently.
There are currently many homes in San Luis Obispo that have
converted garages, without having the required parking. Now, I am
being treated, as some others have been, as "criminals" by the
city, rather than an innocent party.
I have spoken with Ron Whisman, Hal Hannula, and Rob Bryn
regarding resolving this situation. I would like to propose the
following:
I will widen my driveway to 17 feet, which will provide two -
uncovered parking spaces on the property, rather than the required
one covered parking space.
The cost to widen the driveway will be $2592.00. This will
be professionally done by a local cement contractor, Mark Williams .
After this approval, I will file the proper permits to satisfy Rob
Bryn's file.
If this is not satisfactory to you, I additionally propose to
cement the side yard. This would add a third parking space, which
will be two over the required. My cost for this, will be an
additional $1034. 00.
Due to the local real estate market the value of my home has
already dropped below my current loan amount. I have already
incurred attorney fees, and a court fine. To convert my four
bedroom home into a three bedroom home would cause an additional
financial burden and stress.
I appreciate your courtesy and consideration on this matter.
Upon your approval, I will have all work completed within 90 days.
Thank you again.
Sincerely yours,
ALANA REYNOLDS
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Attn: Sherry Spendahl
This letter is in reference to a request on the City Council's agenda this evening
regarding the property of Alana Renolds on Huasna Street, in San Luis Obispo.
It is my personal as well as professional opinion that Ms. Renolds home constitutes
no immediate or future detriment to the City of San Luis Obispo. As. real estate
broker in this community, I see numerous homes with garage conversions that have
been done In workmanship manner according to code, but withoutpermits obtained.
In view of the fact that Ms. Renolds was not personally responsible for this conversion,
and countless other similar conversions exist, it seems not only heavy handed to
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something so minor.
To date I have not been made aware of any negative health or safety Issues arising
from this or any other garage conversions.
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space would have a far greater positive effect on the City and County's taxes to be
generated and would further help to maintain the real estate values in this area.
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Attention: Diane Gladwell, City Clerk
Alana Reynolds
May 16, 1995 City Council Meeting Agenda
Dear Mayor Settle and City Council Members, '
I am a homeowner and professional in San Luis Obispo. Alana Reynolds'
request for an uncovered parking space will be a benefit to the neigborhood.
This will get an additional car off the street.
It is a reasonable request and resolves the situation at hand. Alana purchased a
four-bedroom home in good faith six years ago, and should not be penalized due
to the mis-representation of the previous owner. Further, the economics of the
situation must be considered.
I have known Alana personally and professionally for several years. I am very
familiar with her neighborhood, and Huasna Street in particular. I definitely feel
her request should be granted.
Very truly yours,
Diane Hull
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RESIDENTS FOR QUALITY NEIGHBORHOODS
P O Box 12604
San Luis Obispo CA 93406
May 12, 1995
Honorable Mayor and Council Members
City of San Luis Obispo
P.O. Box 8100
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8100
Subject: Proposed Appeal of the Planning Commission denial of
parking exceptions at 1939 Huasna Dr.
Dear Mayor Settle and Council Members,
This subject has been discussed at length by the RQN Board of
Directors and at a general meeting of our membership.
The Board of Directors and the RQN members are very concerned
with the precedence-setting implications of this appeal.
Illegal garage conversions exist throughout our city. If
this appeal is granted, it is likely many other similar
requests will surface in the future.
We do not support this appeal because we are convinced that
such conversions will contribute to the degradation of our
neighborhoods.
The Residents for Quality Neighborhoods is dedicated to
helping residents to preserve and enhance the quality of
their residential neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo.
Therefore, we support the CAO' s recommendation to deny the
requested parking exception.
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