Conditional Use Permit CUP-2025-0003, a request by The Camino School/St. Nicholas Catholic Church

The Camino School and St. Nicholas Catholic Church have sought approval for Conditional Use Permit CUP-2025-0003 to amend an existing permit, CUP-291, allowing the conversion of three Church-owned buildings at 24252 El Toro Road in Laguna Woods, California, into an educational institution. The request includes alternative provisions to reduce off-street parking requirements during certain operational hours and permits the installation of a 144-square-foot outdoor shed. The project does not involve new construction or expansion of land use but requires reclassification of existing structures and minor upgrades, such as updates to fire alarm systems. Approval was granted under a categorical exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act, specifically Section 15301 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, which applies to minor alterations to existing facilities with negligible environmental impact. The City of Laguna Woods, acting as the approving authority, processed this as an administrative land-use decision rather than a competitive procurement, and no federal contracting mechanisms, such as FAR clauses, payment systems, invoicing protocols, or contracting officer roles, are applicable or present. There is no cost estimate, line-item pricing, or financial obligation associated with the permit, as it is a regulatory approval, not a contract for goods or services. The primary contact for the city is Justin Faylona, Senior Planner, and the applicant's representative is Chris Weir. All activities are confined to the property at 24252 El Toro Road, Laguna Woods, CA 92637, with no additional delivery, packaging, inspection, or performance schedules outlined in formal contractual terms.