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16 (48)Y ou don't often get em ail from jelrod@w sc arpen ters.org. L earn w h y th is is im portant From: Jimmy El rod <je lrod@w scarpe nters.org> Se nt: Tue sday, January 13, 2026 12:50 PM To: The re sa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Cc: Ashle igh A i tke n <AA i tke n@anaheim.net>; Carl os A. Leon <CLeon@anahe i m.ne t>; Ryan Bal i us <RBal i us@anahe i m.ne t>; Natal i e Rubal cava <N Rubalcava@anahe im.ne t>; N orma C. Kurtz <NKurtz@anaheim.net>; Kriste n Maahs <KMaahs@anahe i m.ne t>; N atal i e Me e ks <N Me e ks@anahe i m.ne t>; John Tafoya <JTafoya@wscarpe nters.org> Subje ct: RE: [EXTERN AL] Submi ssi on of Supporti ng Documents - Agenda Ite m #16 Hello Madam City Clerk, Thank you for confirming receipt of the materials submitted earlier today for Agenda Item #16. I would like to briefly clarify that the attached articles and settlement documents were submitted s olely to provide additional context regarding the applicant’s construction track record, which may be relevant to the City Council’s c ons ideration of dis c retionary land-use approvals and the requested Development Agreement. These materials are not offered to relitigate prior matters, but to inform the Council’s evaluation of ris k, accountability, and long-term impacts associated with approving significant entitlements for this project. Thank you again for your assistance in ensuring these materials are included in the public rec ord. Best regards, Jimmy Elrod Deputy Political Director Western States Regional Council of Carpenters 909.665.3273 . Download our app: Google Play | iTunes App Store From: The re sa Bass <TBass@anahe i m.ne t> Se nt: Tue sday, January 13, 2026 12:28 PM To: Ji mmy Elrod <je l rod@wscarpente rs.org> Cc: Ashle igh A i tke n <AA i tke n@anaheim.net>; Carl os A. Leon <CLeon@anahe i m.ne t>; Ryan Bal i us <RBal i us@anahe i m.ne t>; Natal i e Rubal cava <N Rubalcava@anahe im.ne t>; N orma C. Kurtz <NKurtz@anaheim.net>; Kriste n Maahs <KMaahs@anahe i m.ne t>; N atal i e Me e ks <N Me e ks@anahe i m.ne t>; John Tafoya <JTafoya@wscarpe nters.org> Subje ct: RE: [EXTERN AL] Submi ssi on of Supporti ng Documents - Agenda Ite m #16 CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Mr. Elrod, Confirming receipt of your email and attachments for the record of the meeting. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Thank you, Theresa Theresa Bass, CMC City Clerk City of Anaheim | Office of the City Clerk 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. #217 | Anaheim, CA 92805 Y ou don't often get em ail from jelrod@w sc arpen ters.org. L earn w h y th is is im portant Email: tbas s @anaheim.net Phone: (714) 765-5166 | Fax: (714) 765-4105 From: Jimmy El rod <je lrod@w scarpe nters.org> Se nt: Tue sday, January 13, 2026 11:39 AM To: The re sa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Cc: Ashle igh A i tke n <AA i tke n@anaheim.net>; Carl os A. Leon <CLeon@anahe i m.ne t>; Ryan Bal i us <RBal i us@anahe i m.ne t>; Natal i e Rubal cava <N Rubalcava@anahe im.ne t>; N orma C. Kurtz <NKurtz@anaheim.net>; Kriste n Maahs <KMaahs@anahe i m.ne t>; N atal i e Me e ks <N Me e ks@anahe i m.ne t>; John Tafoya <JTafoya@wscarpe nters.org> Subje ct: [EXTERN AL] Submi ssi on of Supporti ng Documents - Agenda Ite m #16 Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recogniz e the sender and are expecting the message. Hello Madam City Clerk, I am writing to formally submit the attached documents for inclusion in the City Council rec ord for tonight’s meeting under Agenda Item #16. As reflected in the agenda, the applicant, Shea Properties (also known as Shea Homes ), is requesting approval of a General Plan Amendment; an amendment to No. 6 of Specific Plan No. 90-1 to amend the Specific Plan docum ent of Chapter 18.108 of the Anaheim Municipal Code; approval of a Final Site Plan; and approval of a Development Agreement. The attached materials relate to prior lawsuits filed against, and settlements entered into by, Shea Properties (Shea Homes ). Thes e documents are submitted to substantiate concerns relevant to the City Council’s consideration of the reques ted land-us e entitlements, site plan approval, and development agreement. List of attached items: 1. Los Angeles Times article covering the $7.8 million settlement reached in the major c lass-ac tion lawsuit Breakers at Bear Brand v. Shea Homes, involving allegations of significant construction defects, including leaking roofs , mold, and groundwater is s ues, which the homeowners' association alleged Shea knew of but failed to disclose. 2. A copy of the Settlement Agreement in the class-action lawsuit Lindgren v. Shea Hom es , whic h alleged defec tive c opper plumbing that caused leaks and water damage, with plaintiffs asserting that Shea knowingly used faulty m aterials. 3. A copy from PR Newswire covering the $4 million settlement reached in Vantis M aintenance Corporation v. Shea Homes, involving allegations of excessive soil settlement and building movement, structurally uns afe retaining walls , s oil c reep-related damage, waterproofing failures at decks and balconies, roof issues, extensive stuc c o c racking, corroding plumbing and sewer lines, and pool damage. Thank you for your time and attention, and for ensuring these materials are included in the City Counc il public record for Agenda Item #16. Best regards, Jimmy Elrod Deputy Political Director Western States Regional Council of Carpenters 909.665.3273 . Download our app: Google Play | iTunes App Store Disclaimer The informa tio n co nta ined in this com munication fro m the se nder is confide ntial. It is intende d sole ly fo r us e by the r e cipie nt a nd o the rs a uthor ize d to rece iv e it. If y ou are not the recipient, yo u a re he re by notified tha t any disclosure , copying, distribution or ta k ing a c tio n in r e lation of the co nte nts o f this info rm ation is strictly pro hibited and m ay be unla wful. Disclaimer The informa tio n co nta ined in this com munication fro m the se nder is confide ntial. It is intende d sole ly fo r us e by the r e cipie nt a nd o the rs a uthor ize d to rece iv e it. If y ou are not the recipient, yo u a re he re by notified tha t any disclosure , copying, distribution or ta k ing a c tio n in r e lation of the co nte nts o f this info rm ation is strictly pro hibited and m ay be unla wful. Y ou don't often get em ail from jelrod@w sc arpen ters.org. L earn w h y th is is im portant From: Jimmy El rod <je lrod@w scarpe nters.org> Se nt: Tue sday, January 13, 2026 11:39 AM To: The re sa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Cc: Ashle igh A i tke n <AA i tke n@anaheim.net>; Carl os A. Leon <CLeon@anahe i m.ne t>; Ryan Bal i us <RBal i us@anahe i m.ne t>; Natal i e Rubal cava <N Rubalcava@anahe im.ne t>; N orma C. Kurtz <NKurtz@anaheim.net>; Kriste n Maahs <KMaahs@anahe i m.ne t>; N atal i e Me e ks <N Me e ks@anahe i m.ne t>; John Tafoya <JTafoya@wscarpe nters.org> Subje ct: [EXTERN AL] Submi ssi on of Supporti ng Documents - Agenda Ite m #16 Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello Madam City Clerk, I am writing to formally submit the attached documents for inclusion in the City Council rec ord for tonight’s meeting under Agenda Item #16. As reflected in the agenda, the applicant, Shea Properties (also known as Shea Homes ), is requesting approval of a General Plan Amendment; an amendment to No. 6 of Specific Plan No. 90-1 to amend the Specific Plan docum ent of Chapter 18.108 of the Anaheim Municipal Code; approval of a Final Site Plan; and approval of a Development Agreement. The attached materials relate to prior lawsuits filed against, and settlements entered into by, Shea Properties (Shea Homes ). Thes e documents are submitted to substantiate concerns relevant to the City Council’s consideration of the reques ted land-us e entitlements, site plan approval, and development agreement. List of attached items: 1. Los Angeles Times article covering the $7.8 million settlement reached in the major c lass-ac tion lawsuit Breakers at Bear Brand v. Shea Homes, involving allegations of significant construction defects, including leaking roofs , mold, and groundwater is s ues, which the homeowners' association alleged Shea knew of but failed to disclose. 2. A copy of the Settlement Agreement in the class-action lawsuit Lindgren v. Shea Hom es , whic h alleged defec tive c opper plumbing that caused leaks and water damage, with plaintiffs asserting that Shea knowingly used faulty m aterials. 3. A copy from PR Newswire covering the $4 million settlement reached in Vantis M aintenance Corporation v. Shea Homes, involving allegations of excessive soil settlement and building movement, structurally uns afe retaining walls , s oil c reep-related damage, waterproofing failures at decks and balconies, roof issues, extensive stuc c o c racking, corroding plumbing and sewer lines, and pool damage. Thank you for your time and attention, and for ensuring these materials are included in the City Counc il public record for Agenda Item #16. Best regards, Jimmy Elrod Deputy Political Director Western States Regional Council of Carpenters 909.665.3273 . Download our app: Google Play | iTunes App Store Disclaimer The informa tio n co nta ined in this com munication fro m the se nder is confide ntial. It is intende d sole ly fo r us e by the r e cipie nt a nd o the rs a uthor ize d to rece iv e it. If y ou are not the recipient, yo u a re he re by notified tha t any disclosure , copying, distribution or ta k ing a c tio n in r e lation of the co nte nts o f this info rm ation is strictly pro hibited and m ay be unla wful. CALIFORNIA Homeowners, Shea Homes Reach Settlement By Diane Wedner July 9, 2002 12 AM PT Shea Homes and the Breakers at Bear Brand Homeowners Assn. have reached a confidential settlement after an Orange County Superior Court jury in June awarded nearly $7.8 million to the Laguna Niguel homeowners association for damages due to construction defects by Walnut-based Shea Homes. The defects included mold and leaking roofs, decks and windows, according to the suit. * Diane Wedner More to Read Judge approves $230-million settlement in Santa Barbara oil spill case Sept. 22, 2022 L.A. County settles PACE loan lawsuits; affected homeowners to receive millions March 26, 2024 1/13/26, 10:55 AM Homeowners, Shea Homes Reach Settlement - Los Angeles Times https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2002-jul-09-fi-calbrfs9.3-story.html#:~:text=By Diane Wedner,Diane Wedner 1/2 Copyright © 2026, Los Angeles Times | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | CA Notice of Collection | Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information Nation’s largest single-family home landlord to pay $3.7 million in California rent-gouging case Jan. 8, 2024 Sign up for Essential California The most important California stories and recommendations in your inbox every morning. Sign Me Up 1/13/26, 10:55 AM Homeowners, Shea Homes Reach Settlement - Los Angeles Times https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2002-jul-09-fi-calbrfs9.3-story.html#:~:text=By Diane Wedner,Diane Wedner 2/2 The Miller Law Firm Recovers $4 Million for Vantis Maintenance Corporation Against National Builder Shea Homes NEWS PROVIDED BY The Miller Law Firm Mar 11, 2020, 14:38 ET  NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Miller Law Firm has recovered $4,000,000 on behalf of the Vantis Maintenance Corporation in Aliso Viejo for their construction defect claims against well-known American home building company, Shea Homes. Completed between September 2007 and July 2014, Vantis is comprised of 4 neighborhoods – Latitude South, Latitude North, City Walk and Elements – and 25 phases made up of a total of 307 residential units. Putting Shea Homes on formal Notice of Building Performance Violations just shy of the 10-year statute of limitations, this $4,000,000 recovery was reached in mediation facilitated by Gerald A. Kurland of JAMS in less than two years.  Now fully funded by Shea Homes' insurance parties, this settlement is dedicated to fix the numerous common area construction defects including, but not limited to: excessive soils settlement and building movement, structurally unsafe retaining walls and soil creep related damage to flatwork improvements immediately atop southern slope, waterproofing concerns at deck systems and balconies, roof issues, significant stucco cracking, corroded plumbing and sewer lines, and pool damage.  According to Thomas E. Miller, CEO of The Miller Law Firm, "The Vantis Board of Directors retained our services for their construction defect claim as the clock approached the 10-year time limit.  The Board made the appropriate decision to retain construction defect counsel to obtain the funds required to repair the buildings and protect homeowner investments." According to Senior Partner Rachel M. Miller, "It's important to understand that multi-phased communities can have several statutes of limitations.  While the newly completed phases may be young, the earlier phases could be facing a strict 10-year deadline.  We were able to determine when these statutes were triggered in order to preserve the Client's rights in holding the builder responsible for paying for these costly repairs."   The Miller Law Firm (www.constructiondefects.com) has represented homeowners associations with construction defects for over 40 years, with offices in San Francisco, Santa Clara, Newport Beach and Los Angeles.  Thomas E. Miller, Rachel M. Miller, and Matthew T. Miller are the co-authors of the only legal treatise on the subject, "Handling Construction Defect Claims: Western States," as well as "Home and Condo Defects:  A Consumer Guide to Faulty Construction," (Seven Locks Press, 2012), available online at www.amazon.com. Media Contact: Rachel Miller (800) 403-3332 Rachel@constructiondefects.com SOURCE The Miller Law Firm Related Links http://www.constructiondefects.com 