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RESOLUTION NO. 06-117
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FINAL
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AS ADEQUATE
AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 06-
002 AND ZONE CHANGE 06-001 TO ASSIGN THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 14092 BROWNING AVENUE
WITH THE MOBILE HOME PARK LAND USE AND
ZONING DESIGNATION
The City Council of the City of Tustin does hereby resolve as follows:
I. The City Council finds and determines as follows:
A. That General Plan Amendment 06-002, Zone Change 06-001, and
Conditional Use Permit 05-028 are considered a "Project" pursuant to the
terms of the California Environmental Quality Act;
B. An Initial Study and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared for this
project. The Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration evaluated the
implications of the proposed general plan amendment and zone change
for development of a vacant site with ten mobile home pads;
C. That a Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration was
published and the Negative Declaration and Initial Study were made
available for a 20-day public review and comment period from September
1, 2006 to September 20, 2006, in compliance with Sections 15072 and
15105 of the State CEQA Guidelines;
D. No comments were received on the Negative Declaration and a Final
Negative Declaration was prepared but was not re-circulated pursuant to
Section 15073.5 of CEQA, because no new information was provided in
the Final Negative Declaration;
E. The Planning Commission considered the Initial Study and the Final
Mitigated Negative Declaration and adopted Resolution No. 4039
recommending that the City Council adopt the MND and approve General
Plan Amendment 06-002 and Zone Change 06-001 ;
F. Prior to approving of the General Plan Amendment 06-002 and Zone
Change 06-001, the City Council evaluated the proposed Mitigated
Negative Declaration and determined that, with incorporation of the
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mitigation measures, the project would not have a significant effect on the
environment.
II. A Final Mitigated Negative Declaration, attached hereto as Exhibit A, has been
completed in compliance with CEQA and State guidelines. The City Council has
received and considered the information contained in the Mitigated 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 initial
study, the City Council finds that although the proposed project could have impacts,
there will not be a significant effect because mitigation measures identified in the
Mitigated Negative Declaration mitigate any potential significant effects to a point where
clearly no significant effect would occur. In addition, the City Council 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. The City
Council hereby adopts the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration for General Plan
Amendment 06-002 and Zone Change 06-001 to assign the project site located at
14092 Browning Avenue with Mobile Home Park land use and zoning designation.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tustin City Council held on
the 2nd day of October, 2006.
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City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE) SS
CITY OF TUSTIN )
I, Pamela Stoker, City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the City of Tustin,
California, do hereby certify that the whole number of the members of the City Council of
the City of Tustin is five; that the above and foregoing Resolution No. 06-117 was duly
passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin City Council, held on the 2nd day of
October, 2006, by the following vote:
COUNCILMEMBER AYES:
COUNCILMEMBER NOES:
COUNCILMEMBER ABSTAINED:
COUNCILMEMBER ABSENT:
Davert. Hagen. Amante. Bone. Kawashima (5)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
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CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT A
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
300 Centennial Way, Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 573-3100
INITIAL STUDY
A. BACKGROUND
Project Title: Mobile Home Park Expansion
Zone Change 06-001, General Plan Amendment 06-002, and
Conditional Use Permit 05-028
Lead Agency:
City of Tustin
300 Centennial Way
Tustin, California 92780
Lead Agency Contact Person:
Minoo Ashabi
Phone: (714) 573-3126
Project Location:
14092 Browning Avenue, Tustin, County of Orange
Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
Villa Valencia Mobile Homes Estates
c/o Dunex, Inc.
Attn: Lillian Chen
1940 W. Orangewood Ave., #209
Orange, CA 92868
General Plan Designation: Existing: Unclassified
Proposed: Mobile Home Park
Zoning Designation: Existing: Unclassified
Proposed: Mobile Home Park (MHP)
Project Description: Authorization to develop an abandoned railroad right-of-way adjacent to an
existing mobile home park developed with 148 pads with ten (10) additional
residential pads for mobile homes
Surrounding Uses:
North: RV storage and Interstate 5 Freeway
South: Planned Community Residential
East: Planned Community Residential
West: Mobile Home Park
Other public agencies whose approval is required:
o
o
o
o
Orange County Fire Authority
Orange County Health Care Agency
South Coast Air Quality Management
District
Other Caltrans
o
D
D
City of Irvine
City of Santa Ana
Orange County
EMA
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS 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.
o Aesthetics
o Air Quality
o Cultural Resources
o Hazards & Hazardous Materials
OLand Use/Planning
o Noise
o Public Services
o Transportation/Traffic
o Mandatory Findings of Significance
o Agriculture Resources
o Biological Resources
o Geology/Soils
o Hydrology/Water Quality
o Mineral Resources
o Population/Housing
o Recreation
o Utilities/Service Systems
C. DETERMINATION:
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
o 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 revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by
the project proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
o I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
o I find that although the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially
significant rmless mitigated impact" 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 in the attached sheets. An
ENVIRONMENTAL IMP ACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to
be addressed.
o I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all
potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR OR NEGATIVE
DECLARA TION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to
that earlier EIR OR NEGA TIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are
imposed upon the proposed project, and no further documentation is required.
Preparer: Minoo Ashabi
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Elizabeth A. Binsack, Community Development Director
Title Associate Planner
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D. EV ALVA TION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMP ACTS
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 a project.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 particlllar 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)(0). 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.
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
l. AESTHETICS - Would the project: Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? 0 0 0 r8J
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not
limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, an<~ historic buildings
within a state scenic highway? 0 0 0 r8J
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or
quality of the site and its surroundings? 0 r8J 0 0
d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which
would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? 0 r8J 0 0
II. AGRICUL TURE 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? 0 0 0 r8J
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a
Williamson Act contract? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 l2J
III. AIR OUALITY: 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? 0 0 ~ 0
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially
to an existing or projected air quality violation? 0 0 r8J 0
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)? 0 0 r8J 0
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations? 0 0 r8J 0
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number
of people? 0 0 (8J 0
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES: - Would the project: Impact Incorporation impact No Impact
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 ofFish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service? D D D ~
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 ofFish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service? D 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 ~
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? D D 0 C8J
e) Contlict with any local policies or ordinances protecting
biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or
ordinance? 0 0 0 C8J
t) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat
Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or
other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation
plan? 0 0 0 [8J
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES: - Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
a historical resource as defined in ~ 15064.5? 0 [8] 0 0
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
an archaeological resource pursuant to ~ 15064.5? 0 I2?J 0 0
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological
resource or site or unique geologic feature? 0 C8J 0 D
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred
outside of formal cemeteries? 0 ~ 0 0
VI. 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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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Miiigation Significant
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
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. 0 0 0 C8J
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? 0 0 C8J 0
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? 0 0 C8J 0
iv) Landslides? 0 0 0 ~
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 ~ 0
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? 0 0 0 ~ .....,.
VII. HAZARDS 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? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 I:8J
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely
hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter
mile of an existing or proposed school? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 [8J
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip,
would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing
or w~~JH6ffJij~)t6~erl 0 0 0 [8J
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation
plan? 0 ~ 0 0
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? 0 0 0 ~
VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY: - Would
the project:
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge
requ irements? 0 0 0 ~
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)? 0 0 D ~
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 0 r8J 0
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? D D r8J 0
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the
capacity of existing or planned stonnwater drainage systems
or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? D 0 ~ 0
f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? 0 0 [8J 0
g) Place housing within a IOO-year flood hazard area as
mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood
Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map? 0 0 0 rgJ
h) Place within a lOO-year flood hazard area structures
which would impede or redirect flood flows? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 ~
j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? 0 0 0 ~
k) Potentially impact storm water runoff from construction
activities? 0 D ~ D
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation SignJjicant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
I) Potentially impact storm water runoff from post-
construction activities? 0 0 ~ 0
m) Result in a potential for discharge of storm water
pollutants from areas of material storage, vehicle or equipment
fueling, vehicle or equipment maintenance (including
washing), waste handling, hazardous materials handling or
storage, delivery areas, loading docks or other outdoor work
areas? 0 0 ~ 0
n) Result in a potential for discharge of stormwater to affect
the beneficial uses of the receiving waters? 0 0 [8J 0
0) Create the potential for significant changes in the flow
velocity or volume of storm water runoff to cause
environmental harm? 0 0 [81 0
p) Create significant increases in erosion of the project site
or surrounding areas? 0 0 0 [81
IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING - Would the project:
a) Physically divide an established community? 0 0 [8J 0
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? 0 0 [81 0
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or
natural community conservation plan? 0 0 0 L8J
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? 0 0 D ~
b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally. important
mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general
plan, specific plan or other land use plan? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 [8J 0 0
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive
groundbome vibration or groundbome noise levels? 0 0 0 L8J
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Less Than
Significant
Potential/y With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
in the project vicinity above levels existing without the
project? D 0 D C8J
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing
without the project? D D D t8J
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? 0 0 0 t8J
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? 0 0 0 C8J
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)? 0 0 0 [8J
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing,
necessitating the construction of replacement housing
elsewhere? 0 0 0 t8J
c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the
construction of replacement housing elsewhere? 0 0 0 t8J
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? 0 0 ~ 0
Police protection? 0 0 ~ 0
Schools? 0 0 t8J 0
Parks? 0 0 t8J 0
Other public facilities? 0 0 C8J 0
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
XIV. RECREATlON- Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact I ncorporat ion Impact No Impact
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? 0 0 ~ 0
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? 0 0 0 ~
XV. TRANSPORT A TION/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
(Le. result in a substantial increase in either the number of
vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or
congestion at intersections)? 0 0 [8] 0
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of
service standard established by the county congestion
management agency for designated roads or highways? 0 0 0 C8J
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? 0 0 0 ~
~
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g.
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses
(e.g., farm equipment)? 0 0 D r8J
e) Result in inadequate emergency access? 0 0 0 ~
t) Result in inadequate parking capacity? D 0 0 r8J
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs
supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)? 0 0 0 ~
XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS-
Would the project:
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the
applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? 0 0 0 [8]
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? 0 0 0 ~
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? 0 0 0 I8J
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporation Impact No Impact
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the
project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or
expanded entitlements needed? 0 0 0 1ZI
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? 0 0 0 1ZI
t) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity
to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? 0 0 0 1ZI
g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and
regulations related to solid waste? 0 0 0 1ZI
h) Would the project include a new or retrofitted storm water
treatment control Best Management Practice (BMP), (e.g.
water quality treatment basin, constructed treatment wetlands),
the operation of which could result in significant
environmental effects (e.g. increased vectors and odors)? 0 0 0 1ZI
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 Cali fomi a 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)? 0 0 0 ~
c) Does the project have environmental effects which will
cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either
directly or indirectly? 0 0 0 1ZI
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FINAL
EXHIBIT A OF RESOLUTION NO. 06-117
EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMP ACTS
MOBILE HOME PARK EXPANSION
ZONE CHANGE 06-001, GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 06-002,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 05-028
14092 BROWNING AVENUE
BACKGROUND
The project site is a 1. 12-acre parcel which is a vacant abandoned railroad right-of-way adjacent
to an existing mobile home park known as Villa Valencia Mobile Home Park and is surrounded
by residential development on the south, east and west, and a recreation vehicle (R V) storage and
the Interstate 5 freeway on the north. Since the site was developed and used as a railroad
easement, there is no zoning or general plan designation. Therefore, the proposed project
requires approval of a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change request to change the land use
and zoning classification from "Unclassified" to "Mobile Home Park."
The existing mobile home park site is 16.84 acres in area and includes 148 home pads. With
development of the proposed site, the park would include 158 home pads. Access to the site is
provided from Browning Avenue, and the proposed expansion site is currently separated from
the residential uses on the east by an approximately six (6) foot tall block wall.
1. AESTHETICS
Items a & b - No Impact:
The property is a 1.12-acre undeveloped parcel which is an abandoned railroad right-of-way
adjacent to an existing mobile home park. The property is not located on a scenic vista or
within a State scenic highway, thus would not damage scenic resources such as trees, rock
outcroppings, or historical buildings within a State scenic highway.
Sources: Tustin General Plan
Field Inspection
Tustin City Code and Guidelines
Items c & d - Less Than Significant Impact With Mitigation Incorporated:
The property is currently vacant. Development of the site with ten (10) mobile homes would
modify the visual character of the site and its surroundings. The site is surrounded by two-
story residential buildings to the south and east, mobile homes to the west, and a RV storage
facility to the north along the Interstate 5 freeway. The proposed mobile homes will be
located five (5) feet from the easterly and southerly property lines. In addition, trees and
heavy landscaping will be planted within the setback areas. Since the proposed structures are
only single story in height and with installation of upright trees and significant landscaping,
no visual impacts to adjacent properties is anticipated.
The proposed new mobile homes would generate new light sources with installation of new
exterior lighting. However, the new sources of light would not adversely affect day- or
Resolutlli~~cf~JOW-t'~~s in the area since the amount of lights would be commensurate with a typical
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residential project and would be required to comply with the City's security standards and all
lights would be arranged so that no direct rays would shine onto adjacent properties. The
proposal will not substantially degrade the existing visual character nor create a new source
of substantial light or glare.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
· Provide significant landscaping buffer in the form of upright trees in 20-30 feet on center
along the easterly property line. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, landscaping and
irrigation plans in accordance with the City's Landscape and Irrigation Guidelines shall
be submitted for review and approval of the Community Development Department.
· Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall submit a photometric study for
buildings and common area lighting and shall ensure that lighting be of a typical
residential level and shall be arranged so that direct -rays do not shine on adjacent
properties, subject to the review and approval of the Community Development Director.
Sources: Tustin General Plan
Field Inspection
Tustin City Code and Guidelines
2. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES
Items a, b & c - No Impact:
The proposed project will be located on a site that is currently undeveloped and surrounded
by developed residential properties. The proposed project is not located on a property
designated as Prime farmland, Unique farmland, or Fannland of Statewide Importance, nor is it
located within a property zoned for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract; therefore, the
project will have no impacts on any farmland, nor will it conflict with existing zoning for
agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract. The proposed project will not result in
conversion of fannland to a non-agricultural use.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
None Required
Sources: Tustin General Plan
Field Inspection
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
California Division of Land Resource Protection - Farmland Map
3. AIR QUALITY
Items a. b. c. d & e - Less Than Significant Impact:
The project will temporarily increase the amount of short-term emissions to the area due to
grading of the property and construction activities. Since the site is relatively flat, only minor
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grading will be required. The proposed development of ten (10) mobile home pads on a 1.12-
acre parcel is well below the thresholds of significance established by Tables 6-2 (operation
thresholds) and 6-3 (construction thresholds) of the Air Quality Management District's
CEQA Air Quality Handbook and is not anticipated to have a significant impact. Less than
significant short-term emissions associated with grading, construction, and operation of the
proposed project will comply with the regulations of the South Coast Air Quality
Management District and the City of Tustin Grading Manual, which include requirements for
dust control. As such, the proposed project will not create a significant impacts related to air
quality.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
None Required
Sources: South Coast Air Quality Management District Rules & Regulations
City of Tustin Grading Manual
Project Application
Fi~ld Inspection
4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Items a. b. c. d. e & f - No Impact:
The site is an undeveloped parcel currently owned and maintained by the mobile home park
on a regular basis for weed abatement. The site is also surrounded by properties that are
developed with pavement and structures. The site is not inhabited by any sensitive species of
animals and the project would have no impacts on animal populations, diversity of species, or
migratory patterns. No wetlands exist within the project site. The project would include new
trees and landscape materials will be provided in accordance with the Tustin Landscape and
Irrigation guidelines. No impacts to any unique, rare, or endangered species of plant or animal
life identified in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations by the California Department of
Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service would occur as a result of this project.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
None Required
Sources: Field Inspection
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
5. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Items a. b. c. d - Less Than Significant Imoact With Mitigation Incoroorated:
The property is not located within the City's Cultural Resources Overlay District, nor is there
any identified cultural historic resources identified on the site. The site is not located in an
area of high paleontological sensitivity as illustrated in the City's General Plan.
The site is an abandoned railroad right-of-way, previously improved and graded as a railroad
easement, so it is not located in an untouched and undisturbed land. However, since
excavation and grading is proposed for development of the mobile home park, additional
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protective measures for any potential paleontological resources wiIi be required in
accordance with Public Resources Code Section 15064.5. In addition, since rezoning and
reclassification of the site would require a general plan amendment, an invitation for
consultation for a period of ninety (90) days was sent to a list of seven (7) Native American
tribes provided by the Native American Heritage Commission as required by Government
Code Section 65352.3. No written request for consultation was received.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
· Prior to issuance of any grading permits, the developer shall provide written evidence that
a County-certified archaeologist has been retained. If buried resources are found during
grading within the project area, a qualified archaeologist would need to assess the site
significance and perform the appropriate mitigation. The Native American viewpoint
shall be considered during this process. This could include testing or data recovery.
Native American consultation shall also be initiated during this process.
· Prior to issuance of a any grading permit, the applicant shall provide a Palentological
Resource Management Plan (PRMP) prepared for the site, which details the methods to
be used for surveillance of construction grading, assessing finds, and actions to be taken
in the event that unique paleontological resources are found.
· Prior to the issuance of any grading permit, the applicant shall provide written evidence
to the Community Development Department that a County-certified paleontologist has
been retained to conduct salvage excavation of unique paleontological resources if they
are found.
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
Field Inspection
6. GEOLOGY & SOILS
Items a-ii. a-iii. & d - Less Than Significant Impact:
The proposed buildings will be located on expansive soil and will be located within an area
that may subject people or structures to strong seismic ground shaking and seismic-related
ground failure including liquefaction. A soils report is required with submittal of the grading
plans; however, no building permits or foundation permit will be issued by the City since
mobile home parks are under State jurisdiction. No significant impact is anticipated since the
project would be required by the State to comply with the 2001 Uniform Building Code
related to Chapter 18.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required
Sources: Tustin General Plan
Tustin City Code
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Uniform Building Code
Field Evaluation
Items a-i. a-iv. b. c. & e - No Impact:
The project site is not located within an area on the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning
Map. The project will not be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable and will not
result in on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, or collapse. Since all new
buildings in the City are required to operate on the existing sewer system, the use of septic
tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems will not be necessary.
Sources: Tustin General Plan
Tustin City Code
2001 Uniform Building Code
Field Evaluation
California Seismic Hazard Zone Map, Tustin Quadrangle, January 17,2001
7. HAZARDS & HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Items a through f and h - No Impact:
The proposed project involves grading, utility installation and pad development for mobile
home parks. No storage or transport of hazardous materials are anticipated to or from the
proposed residential development. The project would not result in exposure to hazardous
substances other than the possibility of household hazardous waste generation which
residents could properly dispose of most unwanted items at approved County drop-off
locations. Because the use is for residential purposes, the project is not anticipated to need or
emit hazardous materials which could create a hazard to the adjacent school or the general
public if released into the environment. The site is not listed as a hazardous materials site, is
not located on any potential impact zones identified for John Wayne Airport, and there are no
private airstrips nearby. The project has been reviewed by the Tustin Police Department which
determined that the project will not interfere with any evacuation plans. The project has received
preliminary review by the Orange County Fire Authority and since the total number of units is
over 150, the additional units are required to be equipped with fire suppressant systems
approved by the Orange County Fire Authority. All grading and construction is subject to
compliance with all applicable Uniform Building and Fire Codes. As such, the project is not
anticipated to result in any significant hazards.
Sources: Uniform Building and Fire Codes
Submitted Plans
Tustin General Plan
Item g - Less Than Significant Impact With Mitigation Incorporated:
The site is currently developed with 148 mobile home units with one access from Browning
A venue. Since with the additional units the total number of mobile home units would exceed
the Orange County Fire Authority's threshold of 150 units (requires a secondary access), the
excess units are required to be equipped with a fire sprinkler system to mitigate any increased
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response time that may be experienced in an emergency response situation due to limited
access. Since the building permits will be issued by the State, to ensure that these mitigation
measures are met, the applicant will be required to submit evidence that plans have been
submitted to the OCF A for review and approval prior to issuance of a grading permit.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
. Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the applicant shall submit a Fire Master Plan
to obtain approval of the Fire Chief for all fire protection access roads to within 150 feet
of all portions of the exterior of every structure on-site. This plan shall indicate the
locations of all existing and proposed fire hydrants on the project and shall indicate the
locations of all fire lane signs and/or red curbs in the existing park as well as the
proposed new addition. The applicant may contact the OCFA at (714) 573-6100 or visit
the OCF A website to obtain a copy of the "Guidelines for Emergency Access."
. Along with the Fire Master Plan, the applicant shall provide evidence of adequate fire
flow. The "Orange County Fire Authority Water Availability for Fire Protection" form
shall be signed by the applicable water district and submitted to the Fire Chief for
approval.
. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall submit plans for the required
automatic fire sprinkler system in all of the proposed structures to the Fire Chief for
review and approval. Please contact the OCFA at (714) 573-6100 to request a copy of
the "Orange County Fire Authority Notes for New NFP A 13 Commercial Sprinkler
Systems. "
. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, this system shall be operational in a
manner meeting the approval of the Fire Chief.
8. HYDROLOGY & WATER QUALITY
Items c. d. e. f. k. l. m. n. o. 0 - Less Than Significant Imoact:
The project site is relatively flat, and the proposed project will continue to maintain a
relatively flat site with improved site drainage, including roads, curbs and gutters, and
additional landscaping. With new construction, there is the potential to impact stormwater
runoff from construction and post-construction activities with stormwater pollutants from the
maintenance of landscape areas and the trash enclosures. There is also the potential for
discharge of storm water to affect the beneficial uses of the receiving waters and changes in
the flow velocity' or volume of storm water runoff. However, the project is required to
comply with the City's Water Quality Ordinance and most recently adopted NPDES permit
(Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) Order R8-2002-0010), thus
reducing any potential impacts to a level of insignificance. Together, these regulations
minimize water pollution by regulating point sources that discharge pollutants into local
waters. As such, the project will not violate any water quality standards or waste discharge
requirements or degrade water quality in the area.
Mitigation Measures:
None Required.
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Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Items a. b. g. h. i. and i-No Imoact:
The project site is relatively flat, and the proposed project will continue to maintain a
relatively flat site with improved site drainage and additional landscaping. A significant
amount of stormwater received on-site will percolate into the soil where landscaping is
provided, and remaining stormwater will be required to be conveyed through an approved
filter prior to entering a City stormdrain. The City's stromwater infrastructure is able to
accommodate additional water from the project. The applicant must provide a drainage and
hydrology report to the City and demonstrate that the private stormwater drainage system
will be able to able to handle the capacity of any wastewater directed into the system. Best
Management Practices are required to be implemented for construction activity and would
deter water from flowing off-site. As such, the project will not violate any water quality
standards or waste discharge requirements or degrade water quality in the area.
The project is located within Zone X (areas of 0.2 percent annual chance flood), as mapped
on a Flood Insurance Rate Map. Accordingly, the project will be designed and graded with
an appropriate drainage system to avoid any potential flood hazards. The project is not
located within a 100-year flood hazard area structure which will impede or redirect flood
flows. The project site will not expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss,
injury, or death as a result of the failure of a levee or dam, or by inundation by seiche,
tsunami, or mudflow.
Mitigation Measures:
None Required.
Sources: Field Verification
Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Federal Flood Insurance Rate Map
9. LAND USE PLANNING
Items a and b - Less Than Significant Impact:
The proposed development would require approval of a General Plan Amendment (GP A) and
a Zone Change to designate the unclassified site to Mobile Home Park (MHP). Mobile Home
Parks are conditionally permitted in the MHP zoning; therefore, this proposal requires
approval of a conditional use permit that will be considered by the Planning Commission and
the City Council concurrently with the GP A and Zone Change applications.
Assuming that the project components are approved, the proposed use would be consistent
with the adjacent land use and zoning regulations, which are residential uses. The proposed
development would meet the development standards of the City's Mobile Home Park (MHP)
zoning district as follows:
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Minimum Standard
Building Site = 5 acres
Individual Lot size = 2,800 sq. ft.
Density = 10 du facre
Site Coverage = 75 percent
Parking = 2 per unit
Guest Parking = 1 per 10 units (15)
Front Setback = 5 feet
Individual Lot = 3 feet
Proposed
1.12 new and 16.84 existing = total 1 7.96 acres
4,170 sq.ft. (average)
9 du/acre
58 percent
double car garage
34 spaces
5 feet
4' -9"
In addition, the proposed project would provide additional housing opportunities consistent
with Goal 1 and Policy 1.3 and of the Housing Element, which encourage providing an
adequate supply of housing to meet the need of a variety of housing types and the diverse
socio-economic needs of all community residents and preserving affordable housing by
maintaining mobile home parks. The project is acces'sible through the City's current street
system through the existing mobile home park, and the project could be supported with
existing transportation and public facilities.
The proposed project would not divide an established community since the vacant 5ite is
surrounded by residential uses on the east, south, and west side. The proposed project is not
located in the conservation plan or natural community conservation plan. The proposed
project would not conflict with any applicable conservation plan.
Mitigation Measures:
N one Required.
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin General Plan
Tustin Zoning Map
Item c - No Impact:
The project site is located within an urbanized area and does not conflict with any habitat
conservation plan or natural community. conservation plan.
Mitigation Measures:
None Required.
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin General Plan
10. MINERAL RESOURCES
Items a & b - No Impact:
The proposed project is not located on a mineral resource recovery site. The construction of
ten (10) mobile home pads will not result in the loss of availability of a known mineral
resource.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
None Required
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Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
11. NOISE
Item a - Less Than Significant Impact With Mitigation Incorporated:
The project site is located more than 300 feet from the freeway wall along the Interstate 5
freeway within an area with exterior Community Noise Equivalent (CNEL) contours within
the 65 dB range (Figure N-I of Tustin Noise Element). The provisions of the State of
California Noise Insulation Standards and the City of Tustin Noise Ordinance. limits the
indoor noise levels for multifamily residential living spaces not to exceed 45 dB and exterior
noise level not to exceed 55 dB. Table N-2 of the Tustin Noise Element identifies potential
conflicts between the land uses and the noise environment. Per Table N-2, the proposed
project falls within Zone B. Zone B implies minor soundproofing may be needed in the form
of conventional construction, closed windows, and providing fresh air supply systems or air
conditioning. There is an existing sound wall along the freeway; therefore, no additional
barrier would be required along the northwesterly portion of the site. Building permits for
installation of the mobile home units will be issued by the State, and the City of Tustin would
not be reviewing and issuing building permits for the units. However, to maintain the
required interior noise standard, the City recommends upgrades for exterior walls, roof
insulation, and window glazing and restrictive use of window and door openings along .the
north westerly portion of the site to reduce interior noise levels. These mitigation measures
are only a recommendation. Since the building permits will be issued by the State, the City of
Tustin is not the authorized agency to ensure implementation of these recommendations.
Mitigation Measures Recommended:
· Installation of air conditioners or fresh air supply system is recommended for all units
to allow for closed windows and mitigating the freeway noise.
· Installation of dual glazed windows is recommended. Use of limited window and
door openings on the northwesterly property line along the freeway side to minimize
noise exposure is also recommended.
Sources: Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
Item b. c. & d - No Impact
Although the grading and construction of the site may result in typical temporary
construction noise impacts, the Tustin Noise Ordinance only allows construction activities to
occur during the daytime on Monday through Saturday to eliminate construction noise during
the nighttime hours. The proposed project will not create excessive ground vibrations, nor
will it create a permanent increase in the existing ambient noise levels beyond the established
standards.
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Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
Tustin Zoning Code
Item e & f - No Impact:
The site is not located within an airport land use plan or within two (2) miles of a public or
private airport. Although the project is not located within the John Wayne Airport flight
path, it is in close proximity to the incoming flights over the State Route 55 freeway to John
Wayne Airport. The City, County, and State criteria for Community Noise Equivalent
(CNEL) for exterior residential uses is 65 dB consistent with the Tustin Noise standards. In
accordance with the California Airport Noise Standards, John Wayne Airport performs
quarterly noise monitoring at several locations. Based on the quarterly noise abatement
reports, the project is not located within the 65 CNEL area/noise impact area. As a result, no
specific method of construction would be required to mitigate the unanticipated aircraft noise
impacts. The project, however, would be conditioned to meet City's noise standards.
Mi tigation Measures/Monitoring Required:
None Required
Sources: Orange County Airport Land Use Plan (ALUP)
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
12. POPULATION & HOUSING
Items a. b. and c - No Impact:
The proposed project would increase the number of housing units in the area by 10 units,
which is within the allowable housing units and population as identified in the City's General
Plan. The increase in housing units and population would not be substantial in that new
public streets or new public services would not need to be created. The proposed project
would not displace any existing housing, but rather would provide for additional housing
units.
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
13. PUBLIC SERVICES
Item a - Less than Significant Impact:
The proposed project would provide for ten (10) mobile home units. The proposed proj(~ct is
in an existing urbanized area where fire and police protection are currently provided.
Although the project would increase the number of housing units within the area, no new
streets, public services, or infrastructure would need to be created.
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Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
Adopted California Building and Safety and Fire Codes
14. RECREATION
Item a - Less than Significant Impact
Tustin City Code Section 9227 requires that a minimum of 100 square feet of recreation for
each mobile home lot if more than 25 percent of the units are occupied with families with
children under the age of fifteen (15). The project will be in compliance with the City
requirements and provide for adequate on-site recreational opportunities.
The proposed additional mobile home pads will be part of an existing mobile home park
which includes an approximately 9,800 square foot park with a community pool, barbeque,
and clubhouse. In addition, a new 6,379 square foot park will be provided with development
of the new homes. The new park would be located on the vacant parcel, and development of
a small neighborhood park will not have an adverse physical effect on the environment. The
applicant will be required to submit landscape and irrigation plans for review and approval of
the Community Development Department for development of the proposed 6,379 square foot
park. By providing an on-site neighborhood park, there will be no substantial increase in use
of existing neighborhood parks, and development of ten (10) units will not have the potential
to substantially deteriorate existing park facilities.
Items b - No Impact:
While the residents of the project may use existing City parks, the increased use of existing
parks would not be such that substantial deterioration of the facility would occur or be
accelerated, nor would the project include recreational facilities that would have an adverse
physical effect on the environment.
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
15. TRANSPORTATIONffRAFFIC
Item a. b. c. d, e. f. g - No Impact:
The most representative trip rates for the project are provided in Trip Generation published
by the Institute of Transportation Engineer (ITE). The proposed ten (10) added mobile home
dwelling units (and added park area) was compared to the abandoned railroad right-of-way
(which generates no traffic), and it was concluded that the project has the potential to
generate a total of 50 net daily trip ends, based upon the ITE rates. The net change in AM
and PM peak hour generation is anticipated to be five and six trip ends. These findings were
based on reference of trip generation rates found to be most representative of the proposed
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project. Based upon the projected traffic and the adjacent street system, it has been
determined there is sufficient capacity to accommodate the proposed project. No significant
AM or PM peak hour impacts are anticipated.
The proposed project will not induce substantial population or growth wherein the project
will not result in changes to air traffic patterns or conflict with adopted policies, plans, or
programs supporting alternative transportation such as bus turnouts or bicycle racks. The
project includes sufficient on-site parking including guest parking to comply with current
parking requirements for the proposed use. As such, no impacts to parking are anticipated.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
16. UTILITIES & SERVICE SYSTEMS
Items a. b. c. d. e. f & g - No Impact:
The proposed project will not exceed the requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality
Control Board or require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment
facilities. The proposed project will utilize the existing sewer and stonn drain systems and thus
will not require construction of a new storm water drainage facility or solid waste facility. The
project would be required to submit a hydrology report to ensure proper grading, drainage, and
sewer systems. The project will utilize the City's existing trash hauler contract, thus not
requiring a new trash hauler. Adequate water supply from existing resources will be available to
serve the proposed project.
Mitigation Measures/Monitoring Required: None Required.
Sources: Submitted Plans
Tustin City Code
Tustin General Plan
MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
Items a. b & c - No Impact:
The project design, construction, and operation will comply with applicable regulations. The
project, by nature of its location and as designed, does not have the potential to: degrade the
quality of the environment; reduce the habitat of 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. The project does not have the potential to achieve short-term environmental goals
to the disadvantage of the long-term. It does not have impacts that are individually limited
but cumulatively considerable or that would cause substantial adverse impacts on human
beings.
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