HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 04-126 2004-11-23RESOLUTION NO: 04-0126
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PASO ROBLES
RECOMMENDING ADOPTION OF A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
REZONE 04-010 CARY
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of El Paso de Robles adopted an updated General Plan
in December 2003; and
WHEREAS, the General Plan includes specific Goals, Policies and Action items in the Land
Use Element (LU-1 and LU-1A) and the Housing Element (H-1, H-IA, and Action Item 1), that directs
the City to ensure there are sufficient sites designated to provide a range of housing densities to meet
regional housing needs; and
WHEREAS, this Zoning Map Amendment is consistent with the General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR) considered and evaluated
programmatically potential impacts that may result from implementation of the General Plan, and
includes mitigation measures as appropriate; and
WHEREAS, an Initial Study was prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) to evaluate whether this project would result in environmental impacts, and the City has
determined that this project will not result in significant environmental impacts; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Statutes and Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA), and the City's Procedures for Implementing CEQA, an Initial Study and a Draft Negative
Declaration was prepared and circulated for public review and comment; and
WHEREAS, no public comments or responses were received in regard to the Draft Negative
Declaration and Initial Study; and
WHEREAS, Public Notice of the proposed Negative Declaration was posted as required by
Section 21092 of the Public Resources Code; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was conducted by the Planning Commission on November 23, 2004
to consider the Initial Study, the proposed Negative Declaration prepared for the proposed project, and to
accept public testimony on the Zoning Map Amendment and environmental determination; and
WHEREAS, based on the information and analysis contained in the Initial Study prepared for this
project and testimony received as a result of the public notice, the Planning Commission finds that there is
no substantial evidence that there would be a significant impact on the environment as a result of the
proposed project. This finding is based on the Mitigation Monitoring Program included in the General
Plan Environmental Impact Report.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of El Paso de
Robles, based on its independent judgment, that it does hereby recommend adoption of a Negative
Declaration and in accordance with the Statutes and Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the City's Procedures for Implementing CEQA.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 23' day of November, 2004 by the following roll call vote:
Commissioners -Mattke, Steinbeck, Johnson, Chair Flynn
Commissioners -None
Commissioner -Kemper, Ferravati, Hamon
Commissioners -None
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
CHAIR1MAN T LYNN 44I
ATTEST:
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ROBERT A. LATA, PLANNING COMMISSION SECRETARY
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1. GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:
PROJECT TITLE:Zoning Map Amendment
RZ 04-010
City of Paso Robles -1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446LEAD AGENCY:
Susan Zaleschuk, City Planner
(805) 237-3970
Contact:
Telephone:
City of Paso Robles -See Map, Attachment 1PROJECT LOCATION:
PROJECT PROPONENT:Robert and Karen Cary
LEAD AGENCY CONTACT/
INITIAL STUDY PREPARED BY:Susan Zaleschuk, City Planner
(805) 237-3970
(805) 237-3904
szaleschuk@prcity.com
Telephone:
Facsimile:
E-Mail:
Residential Multiple Family, Medium Density (RMF-12)GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION:
Single Family Planned-Development (R1-PD)ZONING:
2. PROJECTDESCRIPTION
This project is an amendment to the Zoning Map to bring the property zoning which is currently Residential
Single Family Planned-Development (R1-PD) into conformance with the General Plan Land Use Designation
of RMF-12.
3. OTHER AGENCIES OF WHOM APPROVAL MAY BE REQUIRED (For example, issuance of permits,
financing approval, or participation agreement): None.
ENVIRONMENTALRELATEDANDANALYSISENVIRONMENTAL4. EARLIER
DOCUMENTATION:
This Initial Study incorporates by reference the City of El Paso de Robles General Plan Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) (SCH#2003011123).
5. CONTEXT OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS FOR THE PROJECT:
This Initial Study relies on the expert opinion supported by the facts, technical studies, and technical
appendices of the City of El Paso de Robles General Plan EIR. These documents are incorporated herein by
reference. They provide substantial evidence to document the basis upon which the City has arrived at its
environmental determination.
6. PURPOSES OF AN INITIAL STUDY
The purposes of an Initial Study for a Development Project Application are:
A. To provide the City with sufficient information and analysis to use as the basis for deciding whether to
prepare an Environmental Impact Report, a Mitigated Negative Declaration, or a Negative Declaration for
a site specific development project proposal;
B. To enable the Applicant of a site specific development project proposal or the City as the lead agency to
modify a project, mitigating adverse impacts before an Environmental Impact Report is required to be
prepared, thereby enabling the proposed Project to qualify for issuance of a Negative Declaration or a
Mitigated Negative Declaration;
C. To facilitate environmental assessment early in the design of a project;
D. To eliminate unnecessary EIRs;
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E. To explain the reasons for determining that potentially significant effects would not be significant;
F. To determine if a previously prepared EIR could be used for the project;
G. To assist in the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report if one is required; and
H. To provide documentation of the factual basis for the finding of no significant effect as set forth in a
Negative Declaration or a Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the a project.
7. EXPLANATION OF ANSWERS FOUND ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
A. Scope of Environmental Review
B. Evaluation of Environmental Impacts
1. A brief explanation is required for all answers to the questions presented on the following Environmental
Checklist Forn, except where the answer is that the proposed project will have "No Impact." The "No Impact"
answers are to be adequately supported by the information sources cited in the parentheses following each
question or as otherwise explained in the introductory remarks. 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 and/or general standards. The basis for
the "No Impact" answers on the following Environmental Checklist Form is explained in further detail in this
Initial Study in Section 9 (Earlier Environmental Analysis and Related Enviromental Documentation) and
Section 10 (Context of Environmental Analysis for the Project).
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2. All answers on the following Environmental Checklist Form must take into account the whole action involved
with the project, including implementation. 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 9 (Earlier Environmental Analysis and Related Environmental
Documentation) 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). See Section 4
(Earlier Environmental Analysis and Related Environmental Documentation) and Section 11 (Earlier Analysis and
Background Materials) of this Initial Study.
6. References to the information sources for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances) have been
incorporated into the Environmental Checklist Form. See Section 11 (Earlier Analysis and Related Environmental
Documentation). Other sources used or individuals contacted are cited where appropriate.
7. The following Enviromnental Checklist Form generally is the same as the one contained in Title 14, California
Code of Regulations; with some modifications to reflect the City's needs and requirements.
8. Standard Conditions of Approval: The City imposes standard conditions of approval on Projects. These conditions
are considered to be components of and/or modifications to the Project and some reduce or minimize
environmental impacts to a level of insignificance. Because they are considered part of the Project, they have not
been identified as mitigation measures. For the readers' information, the standard conditions identified in this
Initial Study are available for review at the Community Development Department.
9. Certification Statement: The statements made in this Initial Study and those made in the documents referenced
herein present the data and information that are required to satisfy the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) -Statutes and Guidelines, as well as the City's Procedures for Implementing CEQA.
Further, the facts, statements, information, and analysis presented are true and correct in accordance with standard
business practices of qualified professionals with expertise in the development review process, including building,
planning, and engineering.
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8. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:
The proposed project may potentially affect the environmental factors checked below, and may involve at least
one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or is "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated," if so
indicated on the following Environmental Checklist Form.
Q Land Use & Planning E Transportation/Circulation E Public Services
E Population & Housing E Biological Resources Q Utilities & Service Systems
O Geological Problems E Energy & Mineral Resources E Aesthetics
E Water E Hazards Q Cultural Resources
E Air Quality E Noise E Recreation
E Mandatory Findings of Significance
9. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that:
The proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment; and,
therefore, a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
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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
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an attached sheet have been added to the project. Therefore, a MITIGATED
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
The proposed project may have a significant effect on the environment; and, therefore an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
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ElThe 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."
Therefore, an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it will analyze
only the effect or effects that remain to be addressed.
Signature:Date:
t/.1 (j~, NA IS.October 27, 2004
Susan Zaleschuk, City Planner
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Potentially
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Potentially Unless Less Than
SignificantSignificant MitigationISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated ImpactImpact No Impact
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L ILa) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning?
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Discussion: This zoning map amendment will bring the zoning map into conformance with the General Plan Land Use
Element.
Q 4b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies
adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project?
(Sources: I & 3)
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Discussion: The proposed project complies with the EIR recently certified for the City General Plan Update, 2003.
ljc) Be incompatible with existing land uses in the vicinity?
(Sources: 1 & 3)IAEl11El
Discussion: The change in intensity was included in the General Plan update. The multiple family designation provides
an appropriate transition of land uses from surrounding commercial development to single family development and
zoning to the east of the project area.
d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g., impacts to
soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible uses)?QElElQl
Discussion: This zoning amendment will not affect agricultural resources since there are no agricultural resources
located on or near the affected zoning district.
Q El Qe) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established
community (including a low-income or minority community)?
(Sources: I & 3)
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Discussion: This zoning amendment will not result in impacts to the physical arrangement of an established community.
It will likely provide a benefit to the community by providing opportunity for more affordable housing that is closer to
services and jobs. The future physical development of this property will be evaluated under the discretionary review of a
Planned Development.
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or local population Ela)QElElCumulatively exceed official regional
projections? (Sources: 1 & 3)
Discussion: This amendment is intended to implement housing goals, policies and action items in the Housing Element
and Land Use Element to help the City meet affordable housing needs. Development is compliance with density and
zoning will not exceed population projects as established in the recently updated General Plan.
QElb) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or .
indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
10. Environmental Checklist Form
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
]S IIextension of major infrastructure)? (Sources: 1 & 3)
Discussion: This zoning amendment is intended to encourage infill development, and will not significantly induce
substantial growth.
I_c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable housing?
(Sources: 1, 3, & 5)
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Discussion: One of the intents of these regulations is to provide opportunities for affordable housing, thus the project
will not displace existing and/or affordable housing. There is no affordable housing currently provided on the site.
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UOla) Fault rupture? (Sources: 1, 2, & 3)0ElEl
Discussion: a-i) The proposed project does not include a development project that proposes physical development.
Future development projects will be evaluated regarding geologic issues on a case-by-case basis.
b) Seismic ground shaking? (Sources:1, 2, & 3)0ElElEl
0c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction?ElElEl
(Sources: 1, 2 & 3)
I 0d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? (Sources: 1, 2, & 3)ElElEl
e) Landslides or Mudflows? (Sources: 1, 2, & 3)0AElElEl
Elf) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil conditions
from excavation, grading, or fill? (Sources: 1, 2, 3, & 4)
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i-ig) Subsidence of the land? (Sources: 1, 2, & 3)0AElElEl-Ii 0Ah) Expansive soils? (Sources: 4)ElElEl iiii) Unique geologic or physical features? (Sources:1 & 3)0AQlElEl
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amount of surface runoff? (Sources:1, 3, & 7)
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Discussion: a-i) The proposed project does not include a development project that proposes physical development.
Future development projects will be evaluated regarding water resource issues on a case-by-case basis.
water related hazards such
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b) Exposure of people or property to
as flooding? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)DOlEl
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
10. Environmental Checklist Form
Less Than
Significant
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Impact Incorporated Impact 4 No Impact
c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration of surface
water quality (e.g., temperature, dissolved oxygen or 11 rJ 011
turbidity)? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water body?
Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water
movement? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct
additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer
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by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of
groundwater recharge capability? Sources: 1,3, &7)
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater?
(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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h) Impacts to groundwater quality? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)El El 0El
of groundwater otherwise Ti) Substantial reduction in the amount
available for public water supplies?
(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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projected air quality violation? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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Discussion: Although the project does not include development of a specific development project, a beneficial result
from future development of this site since it is proposed to be multi-family located near shopping centers, and will likely
reduce vehicle miles traveled since goods and services will be closer in proximity to residences, which will be a benefit to
air quality.
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Discussion: b-d) The project does not include a development project. Future development will be evaluated on a case-
by-case basis to determine if air resources or sensitive receptors would be impacted.
Q E E 0c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature?
(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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10. Environmental Checklist Form Potentially
Significant
| Potentially Unless Less Than
SignificantSignificant MitigationISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Incorporated ImpactI Impact | No Impact
Discussion: Traffic impacts resulting from the distribution of land uses included in the General Plan were identified and
mitigation measures incorporated into the General Plan EIR to address traffic that may result from the plan, including
designation of this property as RMF-12.
0lb) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., sharp curves or
dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm
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equiprent?(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
Discussion: The proposed project does not include a development project that proposes physical development. Future
development projects will be evaluated regarding transportation issues on a case-by-case basis.
Jc) Inadequate emergency access or inadequate access to nearby
uses? (Sources:1, 3, & 7)
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d) Insufficient parking capacity
(Sources: 1,3, 7, &8)El El 0
Discussion: The project does not include a development project that proposes physical development. Parking will be
evaluated on a case-by-case basis when a development project is proposed.
Q E Ee) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists?
(Source: 7 )
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Discussion: The proposed project does not include a development project that proposes physical development. Future
development projects will be evaluated regarding transportation issues on a case-by-case basis.
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transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)?
(Sources: 1 & 8)
Discussion: The proposed project does not include a development project that proposes physical development. Future
development projects will be evaluated regarding transportation issues on a case-by-case basis.
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Discussion: This zoning map amendment could not have the potential to affect rail, waterborne or air traffic
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0a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their habitats
(including but not limited to: plants, fish, insects, animals, and
birds)?
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10. Environmental Checklist Form Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
SignificantSignificant MitigationISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
Discussion: a-e) The project does not include a development proposal. Future development will be evaluated on a case
by case basis to protect biological resources.
Q Qb) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees)?El El
Lc) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., oak forest,
coastal habitat, etc.)?
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d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian and vernal pool)?El El El Q
e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors?El El El Q
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energy conservation plans?a) Conflict with adopted El El El Q~
(Sources: 1 & 7)
Discussion: The proposed zoning map amendment is in compliance with energy conservation plans in the General Plan.
l WIb) Use non-renewable resource in a wasteful and inefficient
manner? (Sources: I & 7)
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Discussion: The zoning map amendment encourages compact urban development that will result in beneficial impacts to
non-renewable resources since it will reduce vehicle trips generated and embedded energy resources.
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? (Sources: 1 & 7)
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Discussion: Potential impacts to mineral resources will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis when development projects
are proposed.
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substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides,
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chemicals or radiation)?
Discussion: This zoning map amendment could not impact risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous
substances.
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b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or
emergency evacuation plan? (Sources: 1 & 7)WIElEl
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10. Environmental Checklist Form Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Less Than
SignificantISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
Discussion: This zoning map amendment could not impact emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan.
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c) The creation of any health hazard or potential hazards?
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Discussion: This zoning map amendment could not result in the creation of any health hazard orpotential hazards.
LId) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or WIElEltrees?
Discussion: This zoning map amendment could not impact fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or trees.
Potential impacts from fire hazards will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis when development projects are proposed.
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_lEl Ql Qa) Increases in existing noise levels? (Sources: 1, 7, & 8)El
Discussion: a & b) This zoning map amendment could not result in noise impacts, however increased density and
potential impacts from noise were evaluated as part of the General Plan update EIR.
L ib) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? (Source: 3)WIElElEl
See Discussion:
XI: PUBl C I ERVfCNS dild saitIvanefit
uponortesil iIi or ne o algrtietg nm e se' ice1
anyof the followinief
a) Fire protection? (Sources: 1, 3, 6, & 7)WIEl[-El
Elib) Police Protection? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)[aElEl ic) Schools? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)WIElElEl
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(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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Discussion: a-e) This zoning map amendment could not result the need for new or altered government services. Future
development proposals will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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Significant
10. Environmental Checklist Form
Potentially Unless Less Than
SignificantSignificant MitigationISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Impact Incorporated IImpact |No Impact
c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities?El QQlO
(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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e) Storm water drainage? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)QEl -11 El
l -f) Solid waste disposal? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)1.El El Q
ii]g) Local or regional water supplies? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)QElElEl
Discussion: a-g) This zoning map amendment could not result in the need for new utility and service systems. Future
development proposals will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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Discussion: a-c) This zoning map amendment could not result in aesthetic impacts future development proposals will be
evaluated on d case-by-case basis.
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(Sources: 1, 3, & 7)El Q[-
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Create light or glare? (Sources: 1, 3, 7, & 8)
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Discussion a-e) This zoning map amendment will not result in negative impacts to cultural resources. Future
development proposals will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
b) Disturb archaeological resources? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)QElElEl
Elc) Affect historical resources? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)QElEl
El Eld) Have the potential to cause a physical change which would QEl
affect unique ethnic cultural values? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
uses within the potential E QEle) Restrict existing religious or sacred El
impact area? (Sources:I, 3, & 7)
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other recreational facilities? (Sources: 1, 3, & 7)
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Potentially
Significant
10. Environmental Checklist Form
Potentially Unless Less Than
SignificantSignificant Mitigation
ISSUES (and Supporting Information Sources):Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
Discussion: a-b) This zoning map amendment will not affect the need for recreational resources. Future development
proposals will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
0O ~iib) Affect existing recreational opportunities? (Sources 1, 3, & 7)
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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
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prehistory? (Sources: 1 & 3)
Discussion: This zoning map amendment does not include a specific development project. Individual projects will be
evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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b) Does the project have the potential to achieve short-
the disadvantage of long-term environmental goals?
(Sources: 1 & 3)
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Discussion: b-d) This project will likely result in beneficial impacts in the short-term and long-term since it is intended
to encourage compact, infill development and reduce vehicle trips.
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
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effects of probable future projects.) (Sources: 1 & 3)
d) Does the project have environmental effects that will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or
indirectly? (Sources: 1 & 3)
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11. 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). The earlier
documents that have been used in this Initial Study are listed below.
Reference
Number
Document Title Available for Review At
City of Paso Robles General Plan City of Paso Robles Community Development Department
1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
City of Paso Robles Community Development Department
1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Seismic Safety Element for City of Paso Robles2
Final Environmental Impact Report
City of Paso Robles General Plan
City of Paso Robles Community Development Department
1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 934463
4 USDA-NRCS, 65 Main Street-Suite 108
Templeton, CA 93465
Soil Survey of San Luis Obispo County, California
Paso Robles Area
5 City of Paso Robles Community Development Department
1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Uniform Building Code
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1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
City of Paso Robles Standard Conditions of Approval
For New Development
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1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
City of Paso Robles Zoning Code
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1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
City of Paso Robles, Water Master Plan
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1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
City of Paso Robles, Sewer Master Plan
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1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
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