HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 04-003 2004-02-10RESOLUTION NO: 04-003
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PASO ROBLES
GRANTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION STATUS
FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 91-010 -SUBSTANTIAL COMPLIANCE
FOR THE KOHL'S DEPARTMENT STORE
(HALFERTY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY)
APN: 009-814-011, 012, 013 AND 014
WHEREAS, Planned Development 91-010 Substantial Compliance has been filed by North
Coast Engineering on behalf of the Halferty Development Company to determine that the 88,000
square foot Kohl's department store with 22,000 square feet of retail, is substantially compliant
with the original development plan for the Woodland Plaza II Shopping Center; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission is also be asked to make a finding that the proposed
development will be substantially compliant with the Environmental Impact Report prepared for the
shopping center in conjunction with the original approval of PD 91-010; and
WHEREAS, an Initial Study was prepared for this project (attached as Exhibit A) which concludes
and proposes that a Negative Declaration be approved; and
WHEREAS, Public Notice of the proposed Negative Declaration was given as required by Section
21092 of the Public Resources Code; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was conducted by the Planning Commission on February 10, 2004 to
consider the Initial Study prepared for this application, and to accept public testimony regarding this
proposed environmental determination; and
WHEREAS, based on the information contained in the Initial Study prepared for this project and
testimony received as a result of the public notice, the Planning Commission finds no substantial
evidence that there would be a significant impact on the environment if the application was
approved with conditions as described in that initial study and contained in the resolutions
approving PD 91-010 Substantial Compliance request for Kohl's Department Store; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of El Paso de
Robles, based on its independent judgment, that a Negative Declaration is hereby finds that the
project as proposed does substantially comply with Planned Development 91-010 and
recommended for adoption in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 1 0 th day of February, 2004 by the following roll call vote:
Mattke, Kemper, Steinbeck, Flynn, Johnson, FerravantiAYES:
NOES:None
ABSENT: Hamon
ABSTAIN: None
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Planned Development PD 91-0101. PROJECT TITLE:
NoneConcurrent Entitlements:
City of Paso Robles
1000 Spring Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446
2. LEAD AGENCY:
Darren R. Nash, Associate Planner
(805) 237-3970
Contact:
Phone:
Woodland Plaza II Shopping Center, located on the Southwest3. PROJECT LOCATION:
Corner ofNiblick Road and South River Road
Halferty Development Company / North Coast Engineering4. PROJECT PROPONENT:
Larry WernerContact Person:
(805) 239-3127Phone:
5. GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION: Regional Commercial (RC)
Regional Commercial (RC)6. ZONING:
7. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:Company to construct an 88,000 square foot Kohl's department
store with 22,000 square feet of additional retail space, is
substantially compliant with the original development plan for
the Woodland Plaza II Shopping Center. The Planning
Commission will also be asked to make a finding that the
proposed development will be substantially compliant with the
Environmental Impact Report prepared for the shopping center.
8. ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
The new development would be located within an existing shopping center where approximately
250,000 square feet is currently constructed and in operation. The proposed Kohl's would be 88,000
square feet along with an additional 22,000 square feet of additional retail shop space. With the
original approval of PD 91-010, an Environmental Impact Report was adopted. This application is
reviewing the project in relation to the EIR and making a determination that the proposed development
would substantially comply with PD 91-010 and the EIR.
Neighboring Properties:
North: Niblick Road, Woodland Plaza I. South: JC Penny store, beyond the site boundaries is a
The preserve area, Kragens Auto Parts Store,residential subdivision West: Salinas River East
Parking lots.
9. RELATED ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:
An Environmental Impact Report adopted with the approval of the Woodland Plaza II Shopping
Center.
10. PERSONS PARTICIPATING IN THE PREPARATION OF THE INITIAL STUDY:
Darren Nash: Associate Planner, John Falkenstien: City Engineer.
11. CONTEXT OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS FOR PROJECT:
The new development would be located within an existing shopping center where approximately
250,000 square feet is currently constructed and in operation. The proposed Kohl's would be 88,000
square feet along with an additional 22,000 square feet of additional retail shop space. With the
original approval of PD 91-010,.an Environmental Impact Report was adopted. This application is
reviewing the project in relation to the EIR and making a determination that the proposed development
would substantially comply with PD 91-010 and the EIR. The proposed 88,000 square foot Kohl's
with the 22,000 square foot of retail shops would be within the already entitled 425,000 square foot of
commercial space already entitled for the Center. This would include the possibility of a 60,000 square
foot expansion for the JC Penny building, which would fall under a separate development review
process.
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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" or is "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated," as
indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
Q Public ServicesQ Transportation/CirculationO Land Use & Planning
O Utilities & Service SystemsO Biological Resources0 Population & Housing
Q Energy & Mineral Resources Q AestheticsE Geological Problems
E Cultural ResourcesE HazardsE Water
E RecreationD NoiseElAir Quality
E Mandatory Findings of Significance
DETERMINATION
(To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
0y-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.
D
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.0
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but one
or more effects (1) have been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and (2) have been addressed by mitigation measures based on the
earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant
impact" or is "potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effect(s) that remain to be addressed.
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Signature Date
Darren R. Nash Associate Planner
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
1. 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 the
project. A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific factors as well as
general standards.
2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved. Answers should address off-site as well as on-
site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational
impacts.
3. "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate, if an effect is significant or potentially significant, or if the lead
agency lacks information to make a finding of insignificance. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant
Impact" entries when the determination is made, preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is warranted.
4. Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigated" 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). Earlier
analyses are discussed in Section XVII at the end of the checklist.
6. References to information sources for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances) have been
incorporated into the checklist. A source list has been provided in Section XVII. Other sources used or
individuals contacted have been cited in the respective discussions.
7. The following checklist has been formatted after Appendix I of Chapter 3, Title 14, California Code of
Regulations, but has been augmented to reflect the needs and requirements of the City of Paso Robles.
(Note: Standard Conditions of Approval -The City imposes standard conditions of approval on projects which are
considered to be components of or modifications to the project, some of these standard conditions also result in
reducing or minimizing environmental impacts to a level of insignificance. However, because they are considered
part of the project, they have not been identified as mitigation measures. For the readers' information, a list of
applicable standard conditions identified in the discussions has been provided as an attachment to this document.)
SAMPLE QUESTION:
Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
SignificantISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts
involving:
Landslides or Mud flows? (Sources: 1, 6)
Discussion: The attached source list explains that I is the Paso Robles
General Plan and 6 is a topographical map of the area which show
that the area is located in a flat area. (Note: This response probably
would not require further explanation).
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
SignificantISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated Impact No ImpactImpact
I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the Proposal:
Q1111Ela) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? (Source:
1,2)
Discussion: The General Plan and Zoning designation for the subject property is Regional Commercial, this project
would be a permitted use within the zone and be consistent with the Master Development Plan for the Woodland Plaza II
Shopping Center.
Qb) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies
adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project?11 El
Discussion: There are no other environmental plans or policies by other agencies besides the City of Paso Robles.
c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicinity?
(Source: 1,2)QEl11 El
Discussion: The Kohls building along with the retail shops would be constructed in an existing regional shopping center
where there is currently 250,000 square feet of existing commercial space in operation.
d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g., impacts to
soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible uses)?El Q1111
Discussion: The development of the subject project would not have an impact on agricultural resources. The EIR
addressed the ability of the shopping center to be located at this location.
e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established
community (including a low-income or minority community)?El Q11El
Discussion: N/A
II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population
projections? (Source: Paso Robles General Plan.)11 El 11 Q
Discussion: The proposed project would not create any new residential uses.
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or
indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or
extension of major infrastructure)? .
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Discussion: There would not be a substantial growth in the area caused by this project
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable housing?
Discussion: There would not be a displacement of existing housing..
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
SignificantISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated Impact No ImpactImpact
III.GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in
or expose people to potential impacts involving:
Q~a) Fault rupture?rJ 1111
Discussion: This portion of San Luis Obispo County (generally the Paso Robles area) is located at the far southerly end of the
Salinas Valley which also extends up into Monterey County. There are two known fault zones on either side of this valley. The
San Marco-Rinconada Fault system runs on the west side of the valley. The San Andreas Fault is on the east side of the valley and
runs through the community of Parkfield east of Paso Robles. The City of Paso Robles recognizes these geologic influences in the
application of the Uniform Building Code to all new development within the City. Soils reports and structural engineering in
accordance with local seismic influences would be applied in conjunction with any new development proposal. Based on
standardly applied conditions of approval, the potential for fault rupture and exposure of persons or property to seismic hazards is
not considered significant.
b) Seismic ground shaking?QLI11 LI
Discussion: See the response to Section III(a). Based on that response, the potential for exposure of persons or property
to seismic hazards is not considered significant.
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction?QEl11 LI
Discussion:. The City's General Plan contains public safety policies that would require special attention to projects with
potential for liquefaction. Also, see the response to Section III(a). Based on the above discussion, the potential for
exposure of persons or property to seismic hazards, including liquefaction is not considered significant.
d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard?11 El QLI
Discussion: The project site is not located in an area identified at risk for seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazards.
e) Landslides or Mud flows?LI LI Q LI
Discussion: See discussion for III (f).
f) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil conditions
from excavation, grading, or fill?11 LI Q LI
Discussion: See the discussion in Section III(a). In addition to standard erosion control measures being part of a future
development, all grading would be subject to standard conditions of approval ensuring that soils conditions are suitable
for the proposed structures and improvements. As such, no significant impacts are anticipated.
g) Subsidence of the land?LI QI 0 D
Discussion: See the discussion in Sections III (a) and () above. No significant adverse impacts are anticipated.
h) Expansive soils?LI LI Q~D
Discussion: See the discussion in Sections III (a) and (f) above. No significant adverse impacts are anticipated.
i) Unique geologic or physical features?LI El 11 0
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated Impact No ImpactImpact
Discussion: N/A
IV.WATER Would the proposal result in:
Q Ela) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and
amount of surface runoff? (Source: 6,9, 20)11
Discussion: It is a standard condition that the developer mitigates additional storm drain run-off generated by their
project. Appropriate drainage facilities shall be designed in accordance with current City Standards, and design plans
shall be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer.
b) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such
as flooding?
Discussion: N/A
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c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration of surface
water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved oxygen, turbidity)?0ElElEl
Discussion: N/A
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water body?
Discussion: See Sec. IV a, discussion
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e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water
movement?El 11 El
Discussion: N/A
f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct
additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer
by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of
groundwater recharge capability?
El El QEl
Discussion: N/A
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater?
Discussion: N/A
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h) Impacts to groundwater quality?
Discussion: N/A
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise
available for public water supplies?
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Discussion: N/A
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
SignificantISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated ImpactImpact No Impact
V. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal:
Source: 14
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or
projected air quality violation? (Source: 10,13, 18, 20)0 ElElQl
Discussion: The San Luis Obispo County area is a non-attainment area for the State standards for ozone and suspended
particulate matter. The SLO County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) administers a permit system to ensure that
stationary sources do not collectively create emissions which would cause local and state standards to be exceeded. The
potential for future project development to create adverse air quality impacts falls generally into two categories: Short
term and Long term impacts.
Short term impacts are associated with the grading and development portion of a project where earth work generates dust,
but the impact ends when construction is complete. Long term impacts are related to the ongoing operational
characteristics of a project and are generally related to vehicular trip generation and the level of offensiveness of the
onsite activity being developed.
The new development would be located within an existing shopping center where approximately 250,000 square feet is
currently constructed and in operation. The proposed Kohl's would be 88,000 square feet along with an additional 22,000
square feet of additional retail shop space. With the original approval of PD 91-010, an Environmental Impact Report was
adopted. This application is reviewing the project in relation to the EIR and making a determination that the proposed
development would substantially comply with PD 91-010 and the EIR. The proposed 88,000 square foot Kohl's with the
22,000 square foot of retail shops would be within the already entitled 425,000 square foot of commercial space already
entitled for the Center. This would include the possibility of a 60,000 square foot expansion for the JC Penny building,
which would fall under a separate development review process.
Based on this project being within the already entitled 425,000 square feet, the existing mitigations and conditions of
approval apply to the project would still apply and address any air quality impacts.
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? (Source: 10,13)0ElEl11
Discussion: N/A
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature? (Source:
10,13)11 0ElEl
Discussion: N/A.
d) Create objectionable odors? (Source: 10)
Discussion: N/A
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VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the
proposal result in:
a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? (Source: 16)
Source: 14
El El 0 El
Discussion:
Based on this project being within the already entitled 425,000 square feet, the existing mitigations and conditions of
approval apply to the project would still apply and address any traffic related impacts. The City Engineer is requiring that
some improvements be made to Niblick Road, but it is not anticipated that with the construction of this project that the
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):No ImpactIncorporated ImpactImpact
traffic trips would be increased, beyond the trips that were identified in the original Development Plan and EIR for the
Woodland Plaza II center.
01111Elb) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., sharp curves or
dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm
equipment)? (Source: 16)
Discussion: N/A
11 0Elc) Inadequate emergency access or inadequate access to nearby
uses? (Source: 16)11 11
Discussion: The Emergency Services Department has reviewed this project and is satisfied with the circulation.
011ElQld) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site?
Discussion: The parking for the shopping center is beyond what the Zoning Code would require.
10e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists?ElEl11
Discussion: With the construction of this phase of the shopping center, a bike path will be constructed along the western
boundary of this center.
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative
transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)?
11 11 11El
Discussion: There will be bike racks installed for this project. Abus stop is located within the Woodland Plaza I
Shopping Center directly north of this site, across Niblick Road.
g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts?011ElEl
Discussion: N/A
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal
result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their habitats
(including but not limited to: plants, fish, insects, animals, and
birds)? (Source: 14)
11 0ElEl
Discussion: Based on this project being within the already entitled 425,000 square feet, the existing mitigations and
conditions of approval would still apply to the project, there would not be any additional impacts with the approval of this
project, beyond the existing EIR for the Shopping Center.
b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees)? (Source: 13)El 011 El
Discussion: There are two oak trees that will be impacted by the construction of the house on Lot 3 and Lot 2. There is a
4-inch oak tree on Lot 3 that would be removed with the construction of the house. There is a 12-inch oak tree on Lot 2
that will be preserved.
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated Impact No ImpactImpact
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., oak forest,
coastal habitat, etc.)?Q ElElEl
Discussion: There are some oak trees located in the gully along the northern side of the site. Any work in this area around
the trees would need to be done in a manner to comply with the City Oak Tree Ordinance.
0d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian and vernal pool)?El ElEl
Discussion: There is no evidence of wetland habitat on this site.
0e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors?El 11 El
Discussion: This site would not appear to be a wildlife dispersal or mitigation corridor.
VIII.ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would
the proposal:
0a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans?El El El
Discussion: N/A
b) Use non-renewable resource in a wasteful and inefficient
manner?QElElEl
Discussion: N/A
c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource
that would be of future value to the region and the residents of
the State?
QElElEl
Discussion: N/A
IX. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous
substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides,
chemicals or radiation)?
El 0ElEl
Discussion: N/A
b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or
emergency evacuation plan?El El 0El
Discussion: N/A
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential hazards?El El 0El
Discussion: N/A
d) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or El El 0El
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated Impact No ImpactImpact
trees?
Discussion: N/A
X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in:
Qa) Increases in existing noise levels? (Source 1, 19)5 511
Discussion: Besides the initial construction of the project, existing noise levels would not be significantly increased.
0b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? (Source 1)5 5 5
Discussion: There would be construction noise during the construction phase of the project, but would still be within the
allowable tolerances as required by Chapter 17, the Building Code. For a residential project in a residential zone, it is
not anticipated that there would be any severe noise levels.
XI.PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect
upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in
any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection?Q511 51
Discussion: The Emergency Services Department has reviewed the development and has provided the necessary
conditions of approval to adequately address fire protection concerns,
b) Police Protection?11 05S
Discussion: N/A
c) Schools?S 51 51 Q
Discussion: N/A
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads?5 51 11 0
Discussion: N/A
e) Other governmental services?S S S 0
Discussion: N/A
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):No ImpactIncorporated ImpactImpact
XII.UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the
proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or
substantial alterations to the following utilities:
0ElEl11a) Power or natural gas?
Discussion: Southern California Gas Company provides service to the Paso Robles area. The project is not anticipated to
interfere with gas services or create an unmet demand.
QElElElb) Communication systems?
Discussion: The Pacific Bell Company provides service to the Paso Robles and County areas. The project is not
anticipated to interfere with phone/communication services.
0ElElc) Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities?El
Discussion: N/A
0ElEld) Sewer or septic tanks? (Source: 7)11
Discussion: The project will be required to hook up to City sewer services.
QElElEle) Storm water drainage? (Source: 6)
Discussion: See Section IVa.
QElElf) Solid waste disposal?El
Discussion: A trash enclosure is required for this project and is shown on the site plan. The enclosure shall be constructed
out of decorative masonry block and have metal "view obscuring" doors.
QElg) Local or regional water supplies?El El
Discussion: N/A
XIII.AESTHETICS. Would the proposal:
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? (Source: 1,9)011ElEJ
Discussion: With the review of this project with the DRC, much attention was given to the architecture of this building,
including the west elevation, which will be prominent from the War Memorial Bridge. Highway 101 is quite a ways away
from the site, but there will be some views of the building. With this in mind the DRC required some architectural
enhancements to the west elevation including a tower element and the addition of columns. Also there will be a decorative
privacy wall (5-feet in height) as well as a significant amount of landscaping.
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? (Source: 1,9)QElElEl
Discussion: Same as above.
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):No ImpactIncorporated ImpactImpact
011ElEJc) Create light or glare? (Source: 1,9)
Discussion: All exterior light fixtures will be required to be shielded.
XIV.CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal:
QEl11Ela) Disturb paleontological resources?j
Discussion: N/A
0 El1111b) Disturb archaeological resources?
Source: 14
Discussion: The Paso Robles area has been classified as territory occupied by the Migueleno Salinan and the Obispeno
Chumash Native California populations. Past community populations have been evidenced at several sites within the
Paso Robles area and unincorporated portions of the surrounding County.
If, during any future construction excavation, any buried or isolated cultural materials are unearthed, work in the affected
area should stop until these materials can be examined by a qualified Archeologist and appropriate recommendations
made regarding their treatment and/or disposition. Such examination should be conducted under the coordination of the
City of Paso Robles.
With the EIR for the shopping center there were areas designated as cultural preserve areas. This project would stay out of
those preserve areas and comply with all mitigation measures associated with the original EIR.
c) Affect historical resources?QEl 01El
Discussion: See XIV b.
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change which would
affect unique ethnic cultural values?0ElEl 11
-Discussion: See response to XIVb.
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential
impact area?0ElEl 0
Discussion: See response to XIVb.
XV.RECREATION. Would the proposal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or
other recreational facilities?El El 0(El
Discussion: N/A.
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities?El El 011
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):No ImpactIncorporated ImpactImpact
Discussion: N/A.
XVI.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?
Source: 14
0 El11El
Discussion: All of the conditions of approval within Resolution 92-073 and the mitigation measures required for the
original Woodland Plaza II project would apply to this project. With those conditions in place the impacts would be less
than significant.
0b) Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to
the disadvantage of long-term environmental goals?11 1111
Discussion: N/A
c) 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.)
Source: 14
El El 0El
Discussion: All of the conditions of approval within Resolution 92-073 and the mitigation measures required for the
original Woodland Plaza II project would apply to this project. With those conditions in place the impacts would have no
impact.
d) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or
indirectly?
El El El 0
Discussion: All of the conditions of approval within Resolution 92-073 and the mitigation measures required for the
original Woodland Plaza II project would apply to this project. With those conditions in place the impacts would have no
impact.
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EARLIER ANALYSIS AND BACKGROUND MATERIALS.
Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or
more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063
(c)(3)(D).
Earlier Documents Prepared and Utilized in this Analysis and Background / Explanatory Materials
Reference #Document Title Available for Review at:
City of Paso Robles Community
Development Department
1000 Spring Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446
1 City of Paso Robles General Plan
Same as above2City of Paso Robles Zoning Code
Same as above3City of Paso Robles Environmental Impact Report for
General Plan Update
Same as above41977 Airport Land Use Plan
Same as above5City of Paso Robles Municipal Code
Same as above6City of Paso Robles Water Master Plan
Same as above7City of Paso Robles Sewer Master Plan
Same as above8
9
City of Paso Robles Housing Element
Same as aboveCity of Paso Robles Standard Conditions of
Approval for New Development
APCD
3433 Roberto Court
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
10 San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District
Guidelines for Impact Thresholds
San Luis Obispo County
Department of Planning
County Government Center
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
11 San Luis Obispo County -Land Use Element
Soil Conservation Offices
Paso Robles, Ca 93446
12 USDA, Soils Conservation Service,
Soil Survey of San Luis Obispo County,
Paso Robles Area, 1983
San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District
Letter dated January 14, 2003
13 City of Paso Robles Community
Development Department
1000 Spring Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446
i.
City of Paso Robles Community
Development Department
1000 Spring Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Environmental Impact Report for the Woodland Plaza H
Shopping Center
14
Summary of Mitigation Measures
Description of Impact Mitigation Measure
N/A N/A
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