Avila Ranch Development Project

The Avila Ranch Development Project is a large-scale development located on a 150-acre site at 175 Venture Drive in San Luis Obispo, California. Originally approved by the City Council in September 2017, the project encompasses 740 residential units, 15,000 square feet of neighborhood commercial space, and various open spaces and parks. The development is structured into six distinct phases, including detached single-family homes, apartments, duplexes, and townhomes. This specific action, identified as FEIR Addendum #3, modifies the original phasing plan to allow for the construction of Phase 5 ahead of Phase 4. This modification includes merging the Phase 6 commercial parcels and agricultural/open space areas into Phases 4 and 5. Importantly, this addendum does not increase the overall project density, unit count, or total area of development. The addendum serves to clarify the timing of both on-site and off-site improvements tied to the revised construction schedule. Key infrastructure requirements include suburban road improvements, Horizon Lane improvements, and Buckley Road improvements including a bike path. These improvements are subject to specific milestones, such as being initiated prior to the issuance of Phase 4 building permits and completed before certain occupancy permit thresholds are met. Additionally, fair share fees must be paid prior to the issuance of building permits for each phase. The City of San Luis Obispo serves as the lead agency for this project, with administrative oversight provided by the Community Development department.