Name:
Rafael Llana
Comment - 12/15/2024 12:56 PM: ( Against )
Dear Members of the City Council,
We are writing to express my concerns regarding the proposed construction of a 260-unit townhome development in Torrance, as outlined in the notice of public hearing. As a resident living within the notification area, We are deeply affected by this potential development and wish to voice our opposition to the current plan of 260 residential units.
The proposed 260-unit development is excessive for the available space and will undoubtedly strain our local utilities. Each summer, we are already pressured to reduce our power consumption, and the addition of these units will exacerbate the situation, leading to increased power and water demand and consumption. We've even experienced power outages during the summers. This strain on utilities is a significant concern for our community.
Furthermore, the development will likely worsen the existing traffic and parking issues in our neighborhood. The influx of new residents will result in more vehicles, leading to increased street parking and local traffic. If this development proceeds, it is imperative to make sure the development has enough parking for its residents and guests.
It is crucial that the development does not separate our community from the Del Amo Fashion Center. Public pathways must be safe, available, easily accessible and regularly maintained to allow residents (the entire community) to walk directly from their homes to the mall, as has always been the case, in the shortest distance and most direct path possible. The inclusion of indigenous drought-resistant trees and plants in the landscaping plans is also essential to ensure environmental sustainability.
While we acknowledge that the current state of the area, with its empty parking lot and abandoned buildings, is an eyesore, I believe that development is necessary. However, we urge you to consider making this area a mixed-use zone, where commercial units (e.g. restaurants, cafes, boutiques, barber, etc) are on the ground floor with residential units above. This approach would not only address the housing needs but also enhance the community by providing convenient access to amenities. Looking at the overall preliminary plan, L-1, it would make sense to have the mixed use buildings (commercial on ground floor and residential above) from the entrance point 1 and through towards point 8 so there's a good central flow of commercial that connects to the Del Amo Fashion Center retail plaza. All the other areas can purely be residential in order to maximize residents in the small area.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We hope the City Council will take these points into account when making a decision about the proposed development.
Sincerely,
Rafael and Jo
Name:
Judy Emerson
Comment - 12/16/2024 05:22 PM: ( Against )
Please consider your long term residents and the reason they live here. The excessive over building will change Torrance forever. We are becoming so crowded now. Not every single vacant space needs to have outside contractors come in and make their money and leave. Our children and future residents need well thought out
9. HEARINGS
9B.
Community Development – Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider Adoption of
RESOLUTIONS
Pertaining to the
Construction of a 260-unit Townhome Development, on Property Located in the H-DA1 Zone at the Northwest Corner of Carson Street and Madrona Avenue at 3405 Carson Street and 21405, 21515 Madrona Avenue (APN 7366-019-123, 7366-019-182, 7366-019-183), Referred to as the Fashion Square at Del Amo Project. The Potential Environmental Impacts Associated with the Fashion Square at Del Amo Project Have Been Assessed in an Initial Study in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act. EAS23-00003, CUP23-00012, DVP23-00002, DIV23-00003, MOD23- 00007, MOD23-00008: LENNAR HOMES (MADRONA F & F, LLC). Expenditure: None. 1 uses for these properties. Not overcrowded and overbuilt neighborhoods. While the current council may agree that this is OK the rest of us are forced to accept this for the rest of our lives. Keep Torrance special. Please reconsider.
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