La Playa Heritage

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Welcome to La Playa Heritage


Our Mission

Our Mission is to preserve the charm of the unique, historic neighborhood of La Playa. La Playa, established in 1849, is the second oldest subdivision after Old Town.  There is a trend throughout San Diego of subdividing established neighborhoods that have already been built-out, and increasing density.  We would like the La Playa community to come together to have a say in new development projects within our established neighborhood.


Our Goals

Keeping the neighborhood informed and aware of issue that affect us all.  Future issues for discussion may include the following:  Density, Zoning, New Development, Establish a Historical District for both La Playa and the Wooded Area, under grounding of power/phone/cable wires, Kellogg Beach Erosion, San Diego Bay path erosion, Neighborhood Watch, Crosswalk/Stop Sign/Stop Lights at Rosecrans and McCall, etc.  Distributing information by email, small discussion groups, meetings, etc.  La Playa Heritage supports redevelopment which fits the character and scale of our neighborhood. New development should retain and preserve our charm, historic buildings, and community character. New development should also take existing neighbors and their view corridors into account during project development.

 

La Playa Neighborhood Meetings - Announcements

As a Public Service to the Community, La Playa Heritage is offering free web space to neighbors for their concerns. Please send request to feedback@laplayaheritage.com.

 

Overflight Easement and Map - Letter to the Airport Authority - March 26, 2007. 

Overflight Easement and Map - February 2007 - OLD

 

 

3035 Lawrence Street - Project 46540. Permit 77116. An application to demolish an existing 1931 Spanish Style, Single-Family Residence and replace with a six unit condominium/apartment project was submitted to the City of San Diego Development Services Department. A Notice of Future Decision dated October 4, 2005, says that a decision by City staff will be made without a public hearing no less than eleven (11) business days from the Date of Notice. A neighborhood meeting will be schedule shortly to discuss this matter. Issued involve the following:

  • Not enough parking spaces (one space in located in the front yard).

  • Zero setbacks on west side yard.

  • An underground fuel tank which was not disclosed to the city.

  • The lack of a historical review on the 1931 home.

  • A sewer easement not disclosed to the city.

  • Lack of a grading plan.

  • Scale and size of new development not in character with the existing neighborhood.

  • No trash container storage area.

  • Minimal communal space.

  • No condominium/apartments were built in La Playa since 1990, sixteen years ago. This project will set a precedent for more condos and increasing density in the establish community.

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3252 Lucinda Street - New construction pushed through as a remodel (ministerial) after the Peninsula Community Group rejected their plans. Issued include the following:

  • Total Height from Guest Bedroom to Top of Roof Line = 39 feet (Coastal Height Limit is 30 feet).

  • 15+ foot Cut Slope Into Neighboring Lot With No Shoring (Cut Slopes over 5 Feet Require Shoring in Accordance with Cal OSHA).

  • Calculation for Retaining Wall is for 10.67 feet Maximum. Plan Shows Slopes of At Least 14.5 Feet on property.

Click for More Information.   50 Percent (50%) Rule for Addition/Alteration to Existing Buildings. 

 

NEW.  Demolition of Quarters A.                           Photographs of Quarters A.

The following link shows maps of Quarters ‘A,’ the old Commanding Officer’s Quarters built in 1908 (Maps). Based on the map handing out during the last community meeting, the new tanks will be located above the present tanks and Quarters A will not be disturbed. On June 14, 2006 I went by Quarters A and saw restoration of the home including new hardwood floors and windows. I do not know why the house has to be destroyed if it is not in the footprint of the proposed new tanks. In SHADOWS OF THE PAST at Cabrillo National Monument, by Roger E. Kelly and Ronald V. May http://www.cr.nps.gov/history/online_books/cabr4/  Quarters A is described as follows:  Quarters 'A', Naval Coal Depot, 1908. Colonial Revival. Recommended eligible for inclusion on the National Register under Criteria A because it is associated with Taft Board power system infrastructure at Fort Rosecrans and the naval defense of the Pacific Coast.   http://www.cr.nps.gov/history/online_books/cabr4/chap5b.htm  The home and landscaping has to be moved to make way for the construction of new fuel tanks. The home is available to the interested parties as long as they pay to move the home off the base. Please contact Katheryn Rhodes at 619-523-4350 for more information.

 

 

Community Meetings - Announcements

The Peninsula Community Planning Board (PCPB) Elections will take place in March, 2008 to elect 5 Board Members. Those interested can complete an Board Member application. A review of current Bylaws and qualifications letter from the City Attorney may assist those interested in running for a Board position.
Cal Jones is the Election Committee Chair and can be reached via e-mail at zzzzjones@hotmail.com

 

 

Current Projects

 

La Playa History

La Playa is the second subdivision mapped in San Diego (1849), the first subdivision being Old Town.

 

What You Can Do To Help

  • La Playa Heritage is a local neighborhood coalition. La Playa Heritage has been established by a generous gift from Dr. Hartsell.

  • Tell you neighbors about this website and projects affecting our neighborhood.

  • If you know the date your home was built and/or the name of the architect, please contact us.

  • Sign Petitions to prevent increased density, change in zoning, etc.

  • Give us feedback.

  • Currently, web space if available for free if you would like to post your own project information, notice, lost dog/cat posters, etc. on the LaPlayaHeritage.com website.

 

371 San Fernando Street.

 

Contact Information

Mr. Conrad Hartsell, M.D. and Ms. Katheryn Rhodes, P.E.

Telephone

(619) 523-4350

Postal Address

371 San Fernando Street, San Diego, California 92106

Electronic mail

General Information: rhodes@laplayaheritage.com
 

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