HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC RES 3741 RESOLUTION NO. 3741
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA CERTIFYING THE
FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AS ADEQUATE FOR
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-005 AND DESIGN REVIEW
00-007 AND ALL FEASIBLE MITIGATION MEASURES
HAVE BEEN INCORPORATED AS REQUIRED BY THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
The Planning Commission of the City of Tustin does hereby resolve as
follows:
I. The Planning Commission finds and determines as follows:
A. That Conditional Use Permit 00-005 and Design Review 00-
007 are considered "projects" pursuant to the terms of the
California Environmental Quality Act; and
B. An initial study and Negative Declaration have been prepared
for this project and have been distributed for public review.
C. This project is tiered from a previous EIR (85-2) for the East
Tustin Specific Plan.
D. The Planning Commission of the City of Tustin has considered
evidence presented by the Community Development Director
and other interested parties with respect to the subject
Negative Declaration.
E. The Planning CommisSion has evaluated the Final Negative
Declaration and determined that with incorporation of the
mitigation measures, the project would not have a significant
effect on the environment,
II. A Final Negative Declaration, attached hereto as Exhibit A, has been
completed in compliance with CEQA and State guidelines. The
Planning Commission has received and considered the information
contained in the Negative Declaration prior to approval of the
proposed project, and finds that it adequately discusses'the
environmental effects of the proposed project~ On the basis of the
Negative Declaration and comments received during the public
hearing process, the Planning Commission finds that although the
proposed project could have impacts, there will not be a significant
effect because the intent of the mitigation measures incorporated from
EIR 85-2 that are identified in the Final Negative Declaration have
been incorporated into the project and mitigate any potential
significant effects to a point where clearly no significant effect would
OCCUr.
F~esolution No. 3741
July 10, 2000
In addition the Planning Commission finds that the project involves no
potential for any adverse effect, either individually or cumulatively, on
wildlife resources as defined in Section 711.2 of the Fish and Game
Code.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning
Commission, held on the 10th day of July, 2000.
C~hh~KOZAK
EUZABETH A. ~ NSACK
~anning Commission Secretary
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE )
C~TY OF TUSTIN )
~, ELIZABETH A. BINSACKI the undemigned, hereby ¢e~ify that ~ am the
Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Tustin, California; that
Resolution No. 3741 was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of
the Tustin Planning Commission, held on the 10th day of July, 2000.
ELIZABETR A. BINSACK '
Planning Commission Secretary
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
300 Centennial Way, Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 573-3100
INITIAL STUDY
A. BACKGROUND
Project Title: Salvation Army Phase II (CUP 00-005 and DR 00-007)
Lead Agency: City of Tustin
300 Centennial Way
Tustin, California 92780
Lead Agency Contact Person: Lori Ludi
Phone: (714) 573-3127
Project Location: 10200 Pioneer Road
Project Sponsor's Name and Address
Captain Lee Lescano
10200 Pioneer Road
Tustin, CA 92782
General Plan Designation: Planned Community Residential
Zoning Designation: Community Facility
Project Description: Construction of Phase II of the church facility- a 24,235 square foot addition
including a multipurpose room/daycare building, gymnasium and storage area.
Surrounding Uses:
North: Residential
South: Residential
East: Jamboree Road Right-of-Way
West: Neighborhood Park
Other public agencies whose approval is required:
Orange County Fire Authority
Orange County Health Care Agency
South Coast Air Quality Management
District
Other
City of Irvine
City of Santa Ana
Orange County
EMA
B. ENVIRONMENTAL FAC, i'ORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one
impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist in Section D below.
QLand Use and Planning
Population and Housing
Geological Problems
Water
Air Quality
Transportation & Circulation
Biological Resources
Energy and Mineral Resources
Hazards
ONoise
Public Services
QUtilities and Service
Systems
Aesthetics
Cultural Resources
Recreation
Mandatory Findings of
Significance
C. DETERMINATION:
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will
not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet
have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
® I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one
effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and
2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached
sheets, if the effect is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated."
An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that
remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there WILL
NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects 1) have been analyzed
adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated
pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the
proposed project.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there WILL
NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects 1) have been analyzed
adequately in an earlier NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and 2) have
been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or
mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
Preparers 1-.011 ~-U1~
Title I~1554c1~~ Pl.~l(~IC(e,
Date ~ -/`rte
Elizabeth A. Binsack, Community Development Director
D. EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Directions
I) A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the
information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" answer is
adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects
like the one involved (e.g., the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact"answer should be
explained where it is based on project-specific factors and general standards (e.g., the project will not expose
sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on aproject-specific screening analysis).
2) All answers must take into account the whole action involved, including off-site, on-site, cumulative project level,
indirect, direct, construction, and operational impacts.
3) Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur, then the checklist answers must
indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less than significant with mitigation, or less than significant.
"Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If
there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, and EIR is
required.
4) "Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of
mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant
Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect
to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, "Earlier Analyses," may be cross-
referenced).
5) Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has
been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063 (c) (3)(D). In this case, a brief
discussion should identify the following:
a) Earlier Analysis Used. Identify and state where they are available for review.
b) Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of
and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether
such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis.
c) Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Measures Incorporated,"
describe the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the
extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project.
6) Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential
impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should,
where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated.
7) Supporting Information Sources: A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals
contacted should be cited in the discussion.
8) This is only a suggested form, and lead agencies are free to use different formats; however, lead agencies
normally address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project's environmental effects in
whatever format is selected.
9) The explanation of each issue should identify:
a) the significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and,
b) the mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than significance.
EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
I. AESTHETICS -Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista?
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not
limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings
within a state scenic highway?
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or
quality of the site and its surroundings?
d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which
would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area?
II. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES: In determining
whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant
environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the
California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment
Model (1997) prepared by the California Dept. of
Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts
on agriculture and farmland. Would the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland
of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on the maps
prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring
Program of the California Resources Agency, to non-
agricultural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a
Williamson Act contract?
c) Involve other changes in the existing environment which,
due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of
Farmland, to non-agricultural use?
III. AIR QUALITY: Where available, the significance
criteria established by the applicable air quality management
or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the
following determinations. Would the project:
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable
air quality plan?
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially
to an existing or projected air quality violation?
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any
criteria pollutant for which the project region is non-
attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air
quality standard (including releasing emissions which exceed
quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)?
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations?
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number
of people?
Less Than
Signifccant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
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IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES: -Would the project
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or
through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a
candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or
regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California
Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service?
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat
or other sensitive natural community identified in local or
regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California
Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service?
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected
wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.)
through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or
other means?
d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native
resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with
established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or
impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites?
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting
biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or
ordinance?
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat
Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or
other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation
plan?
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES: -Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
a historical resource as defined in § 15064.5?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
an archaeological resource pursuant to § 15064.5?
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological
resource or site or unique geologic feature?
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred
outside of formal cemeteries?
VL GEOLOGY AND SOILS: -Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial
adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death
involving:
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Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the
most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map
issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other
substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to Division of
Mines and Geology Special Publication 42.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking?
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction?
iv) Landslides?
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil?
c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or
that would become unstable as a result of the project, and
potentially result in on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading,
subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B
of the Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial
risks to life or property?
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of
septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where
sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water?
VILHAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:
Would the project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of
hazardous materials?
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and
accident conditions involving the release of hazardous
materials into the environment?
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely
hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter
mile of an existing or proposed school?
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of
hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government
Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a
significant hazard to the public or the environment?
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or,
where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a
public airport or public use airport, would the project result in
a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project
area?
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip,
would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing
or working in the project area?
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g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an
adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation
plan?
h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss,
injury or death involving wildland fires, including where
wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences
are intermixed with wildlands?
VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY: -Would
the project:
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge
requirements?
b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere
substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would
be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local
groundwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-
existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not
support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits
have been granted)?
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site
or area, including through the alteration of the course of a
stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial
erosion or siltation on- or off-site?
d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site
or area, including through the alteration of the course of a
stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of
surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on-
or off-site?
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the
capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems
or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff?
f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality?
g) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as
mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood
Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map?
h) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures
which would impede or redirect flood flows?
i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss,
injury or death involving flooding as a result of the failure of a
levee or dam?
j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow?
IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING -Would the project:
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
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a) Physically divide an established community?
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or
regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project
(including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan,
local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the
purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect?
c) Conflict with any. applicable habitat conservation plan or
natural community conservation plan?
X. MINERAL RESOURCES -Would the project:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral
resource that would be of value to the region and the residents
of the state?
b) Result in the loss of availability of alocally-important
mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general
plan, specific plan or other land use plan?
XI. NOISE -
Would the project result in:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in
excess of standards established in the local general plan or
noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies?
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive
groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels?
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels
in the project vicinity above levels existing without the
project?
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing
without the project?
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or,
where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a
public airport or public use airport, would the project expose
people residing or working in the project area to excessive
noise levels?
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip,
would the project expose people residing or working in the
project area to excess noise levels?
XII.POPULATION AND HOUSING -Would the project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either
directly (for example, by proposing new homes and
businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of
roads or other infrastructure)?
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing,
necessitating the construction of replacement housing
elsewhere?
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
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c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the
construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES
a) Would the project result in substantial adverse physical
impacts associated with the provision of new or physically
altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically
altered governmental facilities, the construction of which
could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to
maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other
performance objectives for any of the public services:
Fire protection?
Police protection?
Schools?
Parks?
Other public facilities?
XIV. RECREATION -
a) Would the project increase the use of existing
neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational
facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the
facility would occur or be accelerated?
b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require
the construction or expansion of recreational facilities which
might have an adverse physical effect on the environment?
XV. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC -Would the project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation
to the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system
(i.e. result in a substantial increase in either the number of
vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or
congestion at intersections)?
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of
service standard established by the county congestion
management agency for designated roads or highways?
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either
an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results
in substantial safety risks?
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g.
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses
(e.g., farm equipment)?
e) Result in inadequate emergency access?
~ Result in inadequate parking capacity?
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Significant
Impact Less Than
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Mitigation
Incorporation
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Significant
Impact
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Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs
supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)?
XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Would the project:
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a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the
applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board?
b) Require or result in the construction of new water or
wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing
facilities, the construction of which could cause significant
environmental effects?
c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water
drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the
construction of which could cause significant environmental
effects?
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the
project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or
expanded entitlements needed?
e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment
provider which serves or may serve the project that it has
adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in
addition to the provider's existing commitments?
f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity
to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs?
g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and
regulations related to solid waste?
XVII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality
of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or
wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop
below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or
animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of
a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important
examples of the major periods of California history or
prehistory?
b) Does the project have impacts that are individually
limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively
considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects
of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the
effects of probable future projects)?
c) Does the project have environmental effects which will
cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either
directly or indirectly?
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ATTACHMENT A
EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-005
& DESIGN REVIEW 00-007
BACKGROUND
The project site, an approximate 6.93 acre parcel, is located at 10200 Pioneer Road, at the
southwest corner of Jamboree Road and Pioneer Road. The existing use consists of a
31,695 square foot church facility including a sanctuary and fellowship hall constructed
in 1992. The second phase of this church facility is proposed to be located to the south of
the existing buildings. The project site is surrounded by residential developments to the
north and south, the Jamboree Road right-of--way to the east, and a future neighborhood
park to the west.
The proposed project involves the construction of a 24,235 square foot addition to the
church facility that includes:
1.) Construction of a 8,375 square foot building for classroom, daycare and
office purposes; and
2.) Construction of a 7,930 square foot gymnasium with the same size storage
area in a basement below the gymnasium.
Design Review 00-007 is required to authorize site design, architecture and landscaping;
Conditional Use Permit 00-005 is required to authorize the expansion of the church and
day care facility.
This project was considered and analyzed through a previously certified program
Environmental Impact Report (EIR 85-2) prepared for the East Tustin Specific Plan.
Section 15150 of the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines permits an EIR or
other environmental document to incorporate by reference all or portions of another
document containing information relevant to that EIR. Therefore, in referencing EIR 85-
2, this tiered initial study hereby incorporates East Tustin Specific Plan EIR 85-2, City of
Tustin, December 1985 (State Clearinghouse #85052217), as well as the Technical
Appendices, Response to Comments, Supplement (November 15, 1986) and Addenda
(May 1989). In conformance with CEQA, the purpose of tiered initial study is to identify
and focus the environmental analysis for the project on significant new environmental
impacts that were not previously considered in the Program EIR.
EIR 85-2 identified several impact categories where a Statement of Overiding
Consideration was adopted by the City of Tustin for the entire East Tustin Specific Plan
area. For the purpose of this initial study check list, an evaluation has been made to
ensure that impacts previously identified have not been intensified. Mitigation measures
identified in the EIR to minimize the impacts that will be applied to this project are
identified in Exhibit 1.
EIR 85-2 also identified several impact categories where impacts could be lessened to a
level of insignificance with the imposition of mitigation measures. Each of these impact
categories were analyzed to ensure that no new project impacts associated with the
project would occur that were not identified and/or mitigated in the Program EIR.
Impact categories not identified to have a potential impact in EIR 85-2 have been
reviewed and identified in the initial study check list appropriately to ensure that the
project would not create any additional significant impacts which were not considered by
EIR 85-2 and cannot be mitigated to a level of insignificance.
1. AESTHETICS
Items a, b, c, & d - No Impact: The project site is not located on a scenic
highway nor does it affect a scenic vista. The project has been designed to be
compatible with the design of the existing sanctuary and fellowship hall. Although
the building will include lighting, the new light fixtures will not substantially increase
light or glare sources. No impacts are anticipated beyond what has already been
addressed in EIR 85-2.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
East Tustin Specific Plan
2. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES
Items a,b & c - No Impact: The proposed project will be located adjacent to the
sanctuary and fellowship hall of the existing church facility. No impacts will occur to
any agricultural uses or farmland.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin General Plan
Field Verification
Salvation Army Phase II (Conditional Use Permit 00-005 c~ Design Review 00-007) Initial Study
Attachment A
Page 2 of 8
3. AIR QUALITY
Items a, b, c, d, & e - No Impact: Potential air quality impacts associated with
the development of Phase II of the church facility were previously addressed in the
certified EIR 85-2. No additional impacts would occur beyond those identified in the
Program EIR. Mitigation measures were identified in EIR 85-2 which are identified
in Exhibit 1. The development will not alter air movement, moisture, temperature or
cause any changes in climate, or create objectionable odors.
Mitigation Measures/ Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Items a, b, c, d, e & f - No Impact: The proposed project will be located within
an area that is vacant are next to the existing sanctuary and fellowship hall. No
impacts will occur to endangered, threatened or rare species or habitats, locally
designated species or natural communities, or wildlife dispersal or migration
corridors. The project site which is located adjacent to an existing church facility has
no significant plant or animal species present on site. No additional impacts would be
created beyond those identified in EIR 85-2.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
5. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Items a, b, c & d - No Impact: The subject site is within the East Tustin Specific
Plan area and EIR 85-2 identified impacts to the project site related to the proposed
development and the resultant negative effects to cultural resources. This project is
not within an area identified as an archaeological site. No additional impacts would
be created beyond those identified in EIR 85-2.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Salvation Army Phase !1 (Conditional Use Permit 00-005 c~ Design Review 00-007) Initial Study
Attachment A
Page 3 of 8
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
6. GEOLOGY & SOILS
Items a, b, c, d & e - No Impact: The project will require minor grading to
prepare the site for construction. A review of the State of California Seismic Hazard
Zone Map indicates that the project site is located in an area of potential liquefaction
hazard. With the submittal of a precise grading plan, soils report and compliance with
the City Grading. requirements and the Uniform Building Code as identified as
mitigation measures in EIR 85-2 which are identified in Exhibit 1, no additional
impacts beyond those previously identified are anticipated. The project will not create
additional impacts other than those already identified in the Program EIR.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
City of Tustin Grading Manual
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
7. HAZARDS & HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Items a, b, c, d, e, f, g & h - No Impact: Development or use of the proposed
church facility is not anticipated to result in exposure to hazardous substances or
interfere with emergency response or evacuation. All grading and construction would
be subject to compliance with the all applicable Uniform Building and Fire Codes.
The project is not in the vicinity of an airport or airstrip.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Uniform Building and Fire Codes
Submitted Plans
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
Salvation Army Phase 11 (Conditional Use Permit 00-005 & Design Review 00-007) Initial Study
Attachment A
Page 4 of 8
8. HYDROLOGY & WATER QUALITY
Items a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i & ,~ - No Impact: The project would not expose people
or property to water related hazards such as flooding, change the course or direction
of waters movements, or affect the quantity of groundwaters. Mitigation measures
were identified in EIR 85-2 regarding impacts to surface runoff, drainage flows, water
quality and water percolation which are identified in Exhibit 1. The project has been
reviewed and will not create additional impacts other than those previously identified
in EIR 85-2.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
9. LAND USE PLANNING
Items a, b & c - No Impact: The subject property is designated by the General
Plan Land Use Map as Planned Community Residential and zoned by the East Tustin
Specific Plan (ESTP) as Community Facility. The proposed uses are consistent with
a church use and with the applicable land use and zoning regulations. The project will
not create additional impacts other than those previously identified in EIR 85-2.
Mitigation Measures: None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
10. MINERAL RESOURCES
Items a & b - No Impact: The construction and operation of the new church
facility will not use nonrenewable resources in a wasteful or inefficient manner. The
proposed development will not create additional impacts than those previously
identified in EIR 85-2 on mineral resources with respect to loss of available known
mineral resources.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Salvation Army Phase II (Conditional Use Permit 00-005 & Design Review 00-007) Initial Study
Attachment A
Page S of 8
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
11. NOISE
Items a, b, c, d, e & f - No Impact: The development would result in
short-term construction noise impacts. However, the Tustin City Code requires
compliance with the City's Noise Ordinance and construction hours and mitigation
measures identified in EIR 85-2 are provided in Exhibit 1. Long term impacts were
originally considered as part of the certified EIR 85-2. The project will not ,create
long-term impacts beyond those previously identified in the Program EIR.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
12. POPULATION & HOUSING
Items a, b & c - No Impact: The proposed project is Phase II of an existing
church facility that totals 24,235 square feet. The project will not induce population
growth or displace existing housing. No impacts beyond those previously identified
in EIR 85-2 are anticipated.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Sources: Submitted Plans
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
13. PUBLIC SERVICES
Item a - No Impact: The project would not create the need for additional public
services. Impacts to public services were originally considered as part of EIR 85-2
which are identified in Exhibit 1. The project will not create additional impacts other
than those previously identified in the Program EIR.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Salvation Army Phase 11 (Conditional Use Permit 00-005 & Design Review 00-007) Initial Study
Attachment A
Page 6 of 8
Sources: Tustin Police Department
Orange County Fire Authority
Tustin Public Works Department
Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
14. RTJCREATION
Items a & b - No Impact: The proposed addition to an existing church facility
will not impact existing residential facilities in the neighborhood.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Sources: Submitted Plans
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
15. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC
Items b, c, d, e & f - No Impact: Potential traffic and circulation impacts
associated with the development of East Tustin, including the proposed community
facility, were previously addressed in EIR 85-2, as amended. Surrounding roads have
been designed to accommodate peak traffic demands, therefore, the proposed project
would not have a substantial impact upon existing transportation systems, nor would
it impact the present pattern of circulation or movement of people and/or goods. The
site plan is designed to the specification of the East Tustin Specific Plan and the
Tustin City Code, therefore, traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or
pedestrians would be mitigated. All required parking has already been provided on-
site with the construction of Phase I and there would be no demand for additional
parking. No additional impacts would occur beyond those identified in the program
EIR. Mitigation measures were identified in EIR 85-2.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
Salvation Army Phase II (Conditional Use Permit 00-005 & Design Review 00-007) Initial Study
Attachment A
Page 7 of 8
16. UTILITIES & SERVICE SYSTEMS
Items a, b, c, d, e, f & ~ - No Impact: The project will connect into existing
utilities; no substantial alterations are needed. The project will not create additional
impacts beyond those identified in EIR 85-2.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
Orange County Sanitation District
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
17. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
Items a, b & c - No Impact:
The project will not cause negative impacts to wildlife habitat, nor limit the
achievement of any long-term environmental goals, nor have impacts which are
potentially and individually limited but are cumulatively considerable and could
potentially have an indirect adverse impact on human beings. Program EIR 85-2
addressed the cumulative impacts of this project and the project is fully within the
scope of that discussion.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Certified EIR 85-2, as amended
East Tustin Specific Plan
Salvation Army Phase 11 (Conditional Use Permit 00-005 & Design Review 00-007) Initial Study
Attachment A
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EXHIBIT 1
MITIGATION MEASURES FROM EIR 84-2
EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN
AS IT RELATES TO
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-005
& DESIGN REVIEW 00-007
3. AIR QUALITY:
3.11.3(4) Construction activity dust generation shall be reduced through
regular watering as required by the SCAQMD Rule 403.
6. GEOLOGY & SOILS:
3.1.3 (1) Detailed grading plans (in conformance with established city
procedures) further defining project earthwork requirements, will be developed
during subsequent, more detailed levels of planning (i.e., site plan or tentative
tract map preparation stages) and will be subject to the review and approval of the
city.
3.2.3(3) Detailed geotechnical and soils engineering reports will be
prepared subsequent to development of preliminary design layouts and final
grading plans (e.g., at the tentative tract map preparation stages). This report will
provide further, more detailed measures for treatment of excavational (ripping)
difficulties, surficial material removals, cut and fill slopes, expansive soils, faults
and liquefaction hazards (influencing the design of roadway stream crossings).
3.2.3(5) All structures will be designed in accordance with seismic design
provisions of the Uniform Building Codes to promote safety in the event of an
earthquake.
8. HYDROLOGY & WATER QUALITY:
3.3.3(2) Erosion control measures will be developed and incorporated into
final grading plans for the project to minimize potential increases in erosion and
sediment transport during the short-term construction phases. Such measures
could include the timely seeding of graded slopes, scheduling major grading
phases during non-rainy season and the use of temporary control measures, e.g.
perimeter sandbagging. Said construction erosion and sediment control plans for
minimizing construction erosion will be submitted to the City of Tustin for review
and approval prior to issuance of grading permits.
Exhibit 1
EIR 85-2 Mitigation Measures
CUP00-005 and DR00-007
Page 2
3.3.3(3) Development of appropriate pollution control plans (e.g., a street
sweeping program, periodic storm drain system cleaning and developing
landscape plans which control the use of fertilizer and pesticides) will be
considered as means of reducing long-term water quality impacts. Long-term
erosion and sediment control within proposed development areas will be provided
with the installation of downdrains, terrace drains and brow ditches as necessary,
and the continued maintenance of slope vegetation.
3.13.6(1) The following water conservation measures will be implemented
as required by state law:
• Low-flush toilets (Section 17921.3 of the Health and Safety
Code);
• Low-flow showers and faucets (California Administrative
Code, Title 24, Park 6, Article 1, T20-1406F);
• Insulation of hot water lines recirculating systems (California
Energy Commission regulations);
• The project also will comply with the water conservation
provisions of the appropriate plumbing code.
3.13.6.(4) Preserve and protect existing trees where feasible. Established
plans are often adapted to low water conditions and there use saves water needed
to establish replacement vegetation.
3.13.6(5) Install efficient irrigation systems which minimize runoff and
evaporation and maximize the amount of water which will reach the plant roots.
Drip irrigation, soil moisture sensors and automatic irrigation systems are a few
methods of increasing irrigation efficiency.
11. NOISE:
3.6.3(2) Adherence to and compliance with the guidelines and provisions of
the East Tustin Specific Plan will facilitate the orderly development of the project
and mitigate the potential for land use conflicts.