Conditional Use Permit Application No. P25-02399

Conditional Use Permit Application No. P25-02399, filed by Douglas Hembd on behalf of Redeemer Lutheran Church, proposes a phased expansion of an existing sanctuary located at 1084 West Bullard Avenue in Fresno, California. The project involves the construction of two self-supporting sanctuary wings totaling 736 square feet and two self-supporting service rooms totaling 632 square feet to increase seating capacity. The existing structure will remain largely unaltered, with only two exterior walls being opened to connect to the new additions. The project site is a 2.62 acre lot zoned RS-4. The City of Fresno has issued a Notice of Exemption dated January 30, 2026, determining that the project is categorically exempt under Section 15303/Class 3 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. This exemption is granted because the new construction consists of small structures totaling less than 2,500 square feet and is permitted within the existing zoning district. The project is managed by the City of Fresno Planning and Development Department, with Valeria Ramirez serving as the primary planner and Douglas Hembd acting as the architect.