Proposed 32-Unit Townhome Development at Harbor and Hermosa

Expressed concerns about traffic safety at Harbor and Hermosa, potential crime associated with low-income housing, and the impact of multifamily housing on an established single-family estate neighborhood.

Shared that he has lived in the area for over 40 years, blamed failed state housing policies for the project, and warned about inadequate parking and infrastructure strains like water and electricity.

Noted that the 32-unit project would be overwhelming for the surrounding single-story neighborhood, questioned the low traffic generation estimates from the city, and noted over 160 petition signatures in opposition.

Requested formal record preservation under Government Code 65009, questioned whether the project met the 20% affordability threshold for builder's remedy, and raised questions regarding CEQA infill exemption consistency.

Spoke as an immediate neighbor on Hermosa Drive about pedestrian safety, children, equestrians, and heavy trail traffic sharing a narrow road with a dangerous intersection history.

Described dangerous accidents and fatalities at the Harbor and Hermosa intersection and parking issues from nearby rentals, arguing that adding density would exacerbate hazards.

Expressed outrage over placing a high-density condominium at the entrance of Old Sunny Hills, an expensive and pristine estate area.

Supported the project, emphasizing the regional need for affordable housing, homeownership opportunities for young families, and geographic equity across Fullerton.

Supported the project, noting that high housing costs are driven by a lack of construction and warning commissioners about legal and litigation risks if they deny a builder's remedy project without valid findings.

Expressed concern about traffic on Hermosa Drive and requested that the project be revisited.

Spoke as an attorney, civil engineer, and long-time resident, arguing that R1-20 zoning protects the area and that the project lacks adequate infrastructure support.

Opposed the project via Zoom, citing traffic, degraded neighborhood roads, and incompatibility with single-family zoning.