PD-S-2024-0007/ AHA-2024-0005/ TP-S-2024-0005/ CUP-S-2024-0010
Summary
SCH Number
2025071135
Public Agency
City of Simi Valley
Document Title
PD-S-2024-0007/ AHA-2024-0005/ TP-S-2024-0005/ CUP-S-2024-0010
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/28/2025
Document Description
To subdivide a 5.3-acre parcel into two parcels, construct an 80-unit, 3-story apartment complex with 16 affordable units, and a Conditional Use Permit Modification for the construction of a 5,588-square foot sanctuary building and parking lot modifications for an existing religious institution.
Contact Information
Name
Zarui Chaparyan
Agency Name
City of Simi Valley
Job Title
Associate Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Ben Ice
Agency Name
Lighthouse Bible Church
Job Title
Applicant
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Simi Valley
Counties
Ventura
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
4910 E Cochran Street
Zip
93063
Total Acres
4.21
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15332
Reasons for Exemption
This project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15332, in that:
a) The project will create a new parcel for development of an 80-unit multifamily apartment complex and will modify an existing Conditional Use Permit for a religious institution. The project does not propose any changes to the existing General Plan or Zoning designation. The project complies with General Plan policies.
b) The existing religious facility and parsonage make up over one acre of developed land. Thus, the project occurs within the limits of the City of Simi Valley on 4.21-acres of vacant land, allowing it to qualify for an infill development exemption under CEQA (Ref: Protect Tustin Ranch v. City of Tustin case law). The property is surrounded by urban uses.
c) The project site is not located within or adjacent to any wildlife corridors or bodies of water. It is surrounded by urban development, and has existing development on site.
d) The project poses no significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality or water quality.
e) The project has been reviewed by the City’s Public Works division and the Ventura County Fire Department, and determined that it can be adequately served by all necessary utilities and public services. Conditions have been imposed to ensure full compliance with applicable regulations.
County Clerk
Ventura
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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