HomeMy WebLinkAbout7/25/2018 Item 1, Vujovich-LaBarre
Goodwin, Heather
From:Mila Vujovich-LaBarre <milavu@hotmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, July 25,
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:790 Foothill Project - Please deny this proposal
Dear Chair Fowler and Commissioners:
The proposed project at 790 Foothill should be denied in its current design. It is out of character with
the surrounding neighborhood and will negatively impact pubic safety.
Some may assert that the building at 22 Chorro is similar in design. Most residents are appalled at
the massiveness of the structure that is now under construction. It blocks public views of the
mountains and peaks. It should have been designed differently to support the General Plan and
guidelines.
For this same developer to propose another tall project featuring expensive rental units that will
further block scenic public views is unconscionable.
Also of concern is that the Multi-modal Transportation Impact Study's conclusion on this project is
insufficient. There WILL be significant traffic and parking impacts. The study fails to report how traffic
will be increased by the true number of future occupants and did not adequately take into
consideration the future resulting traffic, bicyclists and pedestrians from the nearby projects of 71
Palomar and 22 Chorro. The mechanical lift for cars at 22 Chorro is going to cause untold havoc at
the intersection of Chorro and Foothill. This should not be compounded by another huge structure at
790 Foothill. The project is also grossly inadequate in the parking plan. This will have a negative
impact on the surrounding neighborhoods and local businesses.
A realistic in depth traffic study should be required, when Cal Poly is in session, before you
determine whether or not this project will be detrimental to health and safety.
I would also like to remind you that the Fire Station on North Chorro uses that intersection daily to
support the health and safety of residents and tourists alike. Public safety should take a priority and
be emphasized in the study.
Please insist upon the application of our General Plan and Community Design Guidelines with regard
to preserving the scenic views along the designated Foothill scenic corridor.
Please preserve what our city leaders and staff have historically worked long and hard to protect.
Residents and tourists treasure the small town feeling of our City.
This proposed structure does not fit the mold of what many residents and tourists love about San Luis
Obispo. Please make the right decision and deny this project.
Thank you for your consideration.
Mila Vujovich-La Barre
650 Skyline Drive
1
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
milavu@hotmail.com
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