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

Conditional Use Permit CUP-2025-0003 is a land-use request by The Camino School/St. Nicholas Catholic Church for the property located at 24252 El Toro Road, Laguna Woods, California. Approved by the Laguna Woods City Council via Resolution No. 26-01 on January 21, 2026, this permit amends the previous CUP-291 to authorize the establishment of an educational institution. The scope of the project includes the reclassification of three existing buildings to education occupancies, which may involve minor modifications to structures and mechanical equipment, specifically the installation or update of fire alarm and emergency voice/alarm communication systems. Additionally, the permit allows for the installation of a new outdoor shed measuring approximately 144 square feet and grants alternative provisions for off-street parking regulations, resulting in a reduction of available parking stalls during certain hours. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15301, as it involves negligible expansion of existing use. The primary point of contact for the City of Laguna Woods regarding this matter is Senior Planner Justin Faylona.