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constructed in 1850, was demolished after sustaining significant structural damage during the October 15, 2006 earthquake. Following approval of SMA Use Permit No. 10-000044, construction of the new church began in December 2012. The first phase of construction included the main church building,parish hall foundation, surrounding landscaping and parking. This initial phase was completed in early February 2015. The first mass in the newly constructed church was held on March 15, 2015. The second phase of construction was postponed allowing the parish to work on fundraising to pay off the initial debt. Unanticipated delays prolonged debt reduction efforts, though the debt was eventually paid off. Subsequently, the parish decided to reduce the scope of the second phase of construction as follows: • Reduce the height of the Parish Hall from 2-stories to 1-story, while maintaining the design and appearance of the existing church building. • Eliminate the Rectory Building initially proposed to be located in the northwest corner of the subject property, to be replaced with additional parking. • Eliminate the second driveway entering/exiting the subject property. The applicant states that the overall appearance of the project will result in a significantly reduced version compared to the original proposal. Landscaping and the coral shrine grotto that was completed in the first phase will remain. To expedite the start of construction, the applicant has begun acquiring the required building permits for the project. Currently the parish has received the approved foundation permit and is waiting for final approval of the vertical building permit. According to the applicant, they are currently working on finalizing contract negotiations with a local General Contractor for the project. 3. Landowner: The landowner of the property is the Roman Catholic Church. BACKGROUND INFORMATION 1. October 14, 2010: Effective date of approval of SMA No. 10-000044 to allow the construction of a church, rectory, and parish hall and related improvements. (Planning Department Exhibit 2—SMA No. 10-000044,Approved on September 30, 2010) 2. July 21,2015: The Planning Director grants an administrative 5-year time extension or until October 14, 2020 to comply with Condition No. 3 (time to complete construction). -2-