1530 Scenic Drive HDP

Presented a detailed comparison to the 2009 approved plan, showing the new project is larger, excavates twice as much, and removes three times the trees.

Argued a mitigated negative declaration was required in 2009 for a smaller project, so CEQA exemption now is improper; also questioned the paving variance.

Described the Eaton Fire near-miss at her home and flooding, said the applicant misrepresented her house size, and urged full environmental review.

Feared tree and vegetation removal would worsen flooding risk on the slope.

A 13-year-old resident spoke about habitat loss and monarch butterflies, urging protection of neighborhood ecosystems.

Asked the council to guarantee the hillside recontouring won't harm homes on Vista Lane and urged full environmental review.

Direct adjacent neighbor; disputed claims of no opposition and warned the 18-foot excavation threatens his foundation.

A physicist across the street for 35 years; called the house a 'unicorn' incompatible with the street and questioned construction safety on the cul-de-sac.

Urged overturning the BZA approval, citing 2,400 cubic yards of grading, atmospheric river flooding, and loss of mature tree canopy.

Questioned why the paving variance is needed on such a large lot and noted his own flooding history.

Her home at the base of Scenic will bear the construction traffic; said the project disregards hillside and tree ordinances.

A historic preservation professional urged environmental review given the differences from the 2009 plan and neighborhood character.

Supported the project, saying wildlife can transit unfenced lots and the applicant has cleared every regulatory hurdle.