722 N. Pacific Avenue PADR-005723-2025

Opposed the project, citing numerous existing car washes and traffic concerns.

Lifelong resident who opposed the project due to freeway off-ramp congestion.

Voiced support for the car wash as a convenient service for students and residents.

Supported the project, noting professional planning and adequate queuing provisions.

Argued that the car wash will help manage traffic flow and provide useful neighborhood services.

Expressed support for the car wash, citing economic activity and convenience.

Expressed excitement for a quick car wash service nearby.

Noted that the use is permitted by right and supports commercial vitality.

Expressed support for the project design and stacking capacity.

Appellant argued that the car wash project violates zoning codes regarding driveway access across from residential areas and fails housing element no-net-loss rules.

Spoke on behalf of the neighboring mobile gas station owner, raising concerns about unstudied traffic impacts and circulation hazards.

Expressed opposition on behalf of nearby property owners, citing traffic congestion and noise.

Highlighted the negative impact on neighborhood quality of life and narrow residential street safety.

Civil engineer who objected to the industrial architectural style and traffic safety risks.

Commercial real estate broker supporting the project, citing strong demand for car wash services.

Voiced neighborhood opposition and pointed to a show of hands against the project.

Stated that after independent research, he concluded staff correctly applied zoning rules and supported the project.

Expressed sadness over losing Acapulco and raised severe concerns regarding vacuum and blower noise levels.

Questioned the distance from the freeway off-ramp and traffic impacts.

Property manager representing numerous local units, opposing the industrial appearance and traffic impacts.

Highlighted pedestrian activity, children, and seniors walking near the site, urging the board to deny the permit.

Shared childhood memories at Acapulco and questioned prioritizing profits over community ecology.

Project operator who spoke in favor, noting proper zoning adherence and business compliance.

Immediate neighbor who spoke against the project, criticizing air quality impacts, noise, and aesthetic fit.

Described existing heavy traffic at the intersection and opposed adding a drive-through style business.

Addressed community engagement and requested to photograph audience members holding signs.

Expressed fond memories of Acapulco and urged keeping the restaurant.

Discussed broader city planning challenges and the proliferation of drive-through businesses.

Emphasized neighborhood walkability and questioned the appropriateness of an industrial structure in a residential area.