HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-18-22 Planning Commission Meeting - Item 2 Public Comment LetFrom:Wilson, Joanne
To:Planning Commission Comments
Cc:Read, Emily; Herman, Jane; Feng, Stacie; Leung, Tracy
Subject:421 Cypress Avenue/209 & 213 Lux Avenue (Peter D. Sodini TR/Applicant and Owner)
Date:Thursday, August 18, 2022 4:17:50 PM
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Hello: This is to request a condition of approval for the above-referenced project that would
require the project sponsor, owner, or contractor to request an Underground Service Alert(USA) prior to construction due to the proximity of the SFPUC’s Crystal Springs Pipeline No.
3 located under Lux Avenue (public right-of-way) adjacent to the subject property.
Sincerely,
Joanne Wilson
Joanne Wilson
Senior Land and Resources Planner
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Currently two 7 story buildings are going up near my rental houses. One is only 16 feet away from my
rentals, the other building is 40 feet away.
I have invested money and labor for decades into my rentals, and maintain them in very good condition.
The development of high-rise buildings near my rentals is adversely affecting my livelihood, tenants are
moving because of it. I’m concerned structural issues have been created by the heavy construction
vibrations in the area. Recently I discovered structural damages to my property where it had not been
before.
The constant noise, debris and activities associated with developing large structures is a disruption
that’s never ending. It’s a direct intrusion into the lives of those who live in close proximity to the
construction site. I am against more building of high-rise apartments in this area. South City is saturated
with big buildings. There needs to be a moratorium imposed on future buildings higher than 2 stories.
Residents affected need compensation and problems need to be remedied not ignored. The problems
enclosed herein are created by the South City officials making promises to developers -Governing
bodies predetermined what they were going to do, allow developers to build these large structures
without thought to the impact it has on residents.
Q: Was/Is there a noise study gauging the impact to the neighborhood?
There should be compensation for the long-term noise issues– insulation, double paned windows and
more.
The airport is noisy, and in the past, & compensated owners whose property is directly under their
flight paths. This is no different.
Q. How will the City address population issues?
The lasting impact of these high-rise buildings will result in more congestion, limited parking spaces. The
Cadence Apartments have insufficient parking spaces - one bedroom has only one parking space. My
experience as a landlord, one bedroom will have two or more people resulting in two cars plus visiting
guest’s cars.
Multiple notices from one developer threatened residents their cars will be towed at owner’s expense if
parked on Tamarack. Access to Tamarack has been blocked on many occasions by developers. This is a
strong abusive tactic that can only happen with SSF governmental approval. Tamarack’s street parking
has been “grandfathered in” 100 years ago. Residents only have access to their homes via Tamarack
Lane.
Q: Will the City provide alternative parking? Are these notices legal?
Due to congestion, noise and debris, my tenants are adversely impacted and recently gave notice they
are moving. The needs of us long term property owners should be met with concern and a dedication
by the city of SSF and the developers, who should come up with a solution to help the residents,
owners, get through the development cycles.
My tenants have complained about:
1. Constant noise, starting 7am, on-going 6 days a week.
2. Concern about air quality and health. Uplifted dirt, wood dust, insulation material found in and
outside the property. I have washed the house on Tamarack, and provided my tenants with car
wash vouchers on more than one occasion. The developers should be providing cleaning
services for this.
Q: Is the exhaust vents sufficient for healthy living? Entrance to the rental on Tamarack is 16 ft
away from a two-level open parking garage being built for the 7-story apartment.
Q: Has South City consulted with an industrial hygienist? Will this study be provided to the
public?
3. Construction nails found near entrances, driveway to the house on Tamarack is an ongoing
problem. An employee from the Print Shop had his tires were flattened due these nails.
4. Decreased space of roadway on Tamarack caused by the protective barrier erected by the
developer. My tenant could not turn her car at an angle wide enough to pull into her garage,
resulting in a scratch on her new car. She was forced to park in the garage because of the notice
from the developer threating to tow cars parked here.
Parking has been in issue on Tamarack Lane with no viable alternative. Parking spaces should
be provided by the City or the developers since they are imposing upon the residents while
construction is going on.
5. Tenant works from home and requires quiet to conduct conference calls. The noise forced her
to look to rent office space. Now she is moving because the noise disrupts her work, along with
overall nuisance dealing with the debris. We brought to the attention to the city and developers,
but no one helped find a solution.
Q: Is the City complying with its own noise-level ordinance?
Q: Will the City consider changing codes to start building during 9am-5pm?
I don’t see more apartment buildings as a viable source of income for investors. These apartments are
failing. They are losing tenants. As a result, rents have dropped significantly. There are vacancies for a
reason– no one wants to live near a freeway, worry about shared corridors during a pandemic outbreak,
lack of privacy, no playgrounds to let dogs and children run free. We do not need more apartments. We
need infrastructure. No good reason can justify putting stress on us to live through another mega
building project. The level of noise is tormenting. Dodging large trucks & equipment walking past these
construction sites is unpleasant and dangerous. These new developments are having a negative impact
everyone. Building another high-rise apartment is a blatant disregard for those of those who own, live
near these sites.
Gab T. Laughlin
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From:G Hunter
To:Planning Commission Comments; Crociani, Ashley
Subject:New construction proposed near Lux and Tamarack
Date:Thursday, August 18, 2022 3:47:10 PM
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Ashley,
I would like to submit my comments concerning the proposed new construction of a multi-level apartment complex near Tamarack and Lux.
I have been witness to changes to South San Francisco over more than a decade. I find it sad to
see the changes from a quaint little city and how it differed from the big city of San Francisco.Unfortunately the changes have not always been for the better. It used to be a family
oriented city with emphasis on its long history. Now it has the feeling of a dumping ground forSan Francisco commuters.
The large developers appear to be able to do anything they want. They have created anatmosphere of chaos, noise and over urbanization.
I find it difficult where anyone can say these developments have benefited the current
community in any way. Just the opposite! Parking was always a huge issue and now it ismuch, much worse.
The noise pollution is unbearable for folks living in the area. This is a 6 days a week problem.They start work at 7 AM, I doubt the city employees start work regularly. I also doubt they
work 6 days a week!
I oppose any high rise construction, especially if it causes harm or disruption to the nicepeople of South San Francisco. I am sure the developers can find other places to build.
Gary Laughlin