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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 1975-7590 PESOLUTION NO. 7590 " -~ . ,~ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADOPTING REVISIONS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW POLICY TO IP1PLEr4ENT AB 1575 AND SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENT TO THE CALIFORNIA ADr4INISTRATIVE CODE The City Council of the City of Chula Vista does her by resolve as follows: WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act (C QA) requires that EIR's contain a discussion of methods to mitigat inefficient and unnecessary consumption of energy, and WHEP.EAS, in order to implement said law, various ame d- ments to the CEQA guidelines have been adopted subsequent to h arings conducted by the Secretary for Resources, and WHEREAS, said revisions are of two basic types: 1 - Additions to implement the energy conservation requirements of AB 1575, and 2 - various amendments to update and clarify the guidelines, and WHEREAS, it is now necessary that public agencies forth- witYi modify their Environmental Review Policies in order to conform to and implement AB 1575, and WHEREAS, in order to do so on an interim basis beca se of the pressures of time, it is recommended that the following s eps be taken: 1. Add a new Section 5.5 to the Environmental Revi w, attached hereto and marked Exhibit "A" and incorpor ted herein by reference as if set forth in full, requir'ng the review of measures to reduce energy consumption and prevent wasteful, inefficient or unnecessary co - sumption of energy. This section is taken verbatim from the State Guidelines. 2. Adopt new Initial Study Application and Evaluation forms, attached hereto and marked Exhibit "B" and i cor- porated herein by reference as if set forth in full which include energy consumption evaluation. These will be substituted for the existing Sections 5.1 a d 5.2 of the Environmental Review Policy. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Counci the City of Chula Vista does hereby adopt a new Section 5.5 t the Environmental Review Policy and the new Initial Study App cation and Evaluation forms, attached hereto as Exhibits "A" "B" respectively. Presented by r%> == ~" D. J. Peterson, Director o ~"'~--' Planning Approved as to ~' o ,,~'_ -George D: Lin form by ` , ",~ `,~ erg, C of i- rney ADOPTED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF .THE CITY F CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, this 14th day of January , 197 5, by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Councilmen Egdahl, Scott, Hobel, Hamilton, Hyde NAYES : Councilmen None ABSENT: Councilmen None ~-~ ~ ~~~ Mayor of the City of Chula Vista i ~~ ATTEST f,-.':: ~'JZ ILc-E City Zer ~,, STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ) CITY OF CHULA VISTA ) ss. I, JENNIE M. FULASZ, City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of and that the same has not been amended or repealed. DATED (SEAL) CC-660 City Clerk .---._ , ,J~~., _~- - ~ ~ . Sec. 5.5 Energy Conservation r1~f~ 1 The California Enviro n~nental Quality Act was amended, effective January , 1975, to require that the discussion of mitigation measures in an EIR in Jude a discussion. of measures to reduce the inefficient and unnecessary consu p- tion of energy. The following discussion is offered as assistance in me ting this requirement. Energy conservation is the wise use of energy resources. The wisdom of certain kind of energy use will vary according to the circumstances. I 2ate~1974, a leading consideration in energy use is the reduction in dependence upon high priced imported petroleum. Other considerations a e the reduction in pollution from energy use and finding ways to make res urces in short supply last longer and be used for the most essential purposes. Energy conservation measures, including both the available alternatives and those incorporated into the design and operation of a proposed project need to be discussed in EIR's. There are many ways in which a project ay be designed or operated to make more efficient and wise use of energy. The following .list of conservation measures provides examples that may be used in EIR's where relevant. The list is not exhaustive, and it is not necessary to discuss each example in every EIR. . (1) Insulation and other protection from heat loss or heat gain to conserve fuel used to heat or cool buildings and mobile homes. (2) Use of resource conserving forms of energy such as solar energy fo water and space heating, wind for operating pumps, falling water for generating electricity, and heat pumps. (3) Energy efficient building design including such features as orientation of structures to summer and winter sunlight to absorb winter solar heat and reflect or avoid sunmiar solar heat. (4) Measures to reduce energy consumption in transportation such as: (a) Providing access to alternative means of transportation for people such as bus lines, mass transit, bicycle lanes, pedestrian facilities, and car pooling. (b) Use of small cars rather than large cars where possible. -~. ",_::, (c) Use of alternative means of shipping which allow for energy savings. (5) Efficient lighting practices including use of indirect natural light, use of efficient li~htin~ fixtures and/or sources, establ shment of reasonable lighting criteria to prevent over illumination, and minimum use of architectural or display lighting. (6) Energy conserving construction practices. (7) Use of energy conservation devices such as flywheels. (8) Rate structures which discourage unnecessary energy consumption. (9) Use of human or animal power where such use is feasible. (10) 1Vaste heat recovery. (11) -Recycling and use of recycled materials. .-----_ ~, ~_ Sec. I~JI7TI~AL-S~~T~-U--DYE /'~,PPLIC~/1-T-i-Of-J 1_l+l 1 I V-- l.I IUL/~ V Jl I i1 S.I. AfPLICAIJT IIJFOhf1ATI01J A. Project Title Case.. PJo. Fee Receipt o. Date Recd ~Iccepted by_ _ B. Project Location (Street Address or Description) C. Project Description '~ D. • . Applicant (lane: • Address 1 ty E. Relation to Applicant Qualifications of Agent~Preparer F. Discretionary Act requiring review General Plan Revision Rezoni rig/Prezoni ng Precise Plan Specific Plan C.U.P. Variance Tentative Suu ivision flap Grading Plan Tentative Parcel f~1ap Site Plan & Arch. Review Public Project Other Discretionary Ect P P G. Enclosed or attached doc meats: (as required by Environm ntal Review Coordinator) Location flap Grading Plan I Site Plan Tentative Su ~~iap Parcel h1ap Precise Plan Specific Plan Arch. Elevations Landscape Plans Improvements Plans Soi 1 s fleport Geological Stu y Hydrological Study , Qiological Survey Archaeological Survey tJoise Assessment Other Phone: Agent/Preparer'~ flame: Address Phone fate 30 II. PROJECT DESCRIPTIOPd A. Acreage or square feet of land area included in the total pro 'ect 6. Residential (if commercial o r industrial do not fill in this ection) 1. tlurnber of units with : one bedroom t4vo bedrooms three bedrooms four be~iroor~is ~ Total Uni s 2. Type D evelopment (SF, TFD, multiple, townhouse, condomi ium) 3. Plumber of structures I~eight of structures 4. Gross Density 5. Ilet Density 6. Square feet of floor area(s) 7. Percent of lot covered by buildings or structures g. Number of parking spaces provided % of ite in road and parking surface y, Estimated sale or rental price range 10. Estimated population C. Commercial or Industrial (if residential, do not fill in this section) 1. 2. 3. Type(s) land use Floor area Height of structure Lot Coverage (%) Type of construction used in the structure. 4. Describe r~~ajor access points to the structures and the o tation to adjoininy properties. rien- 5. Plumber of parking spaces provided % of si e in " road and parking surface 6, Estimated number of employees 7, Estimated number of customers Occupancy load 31 ,. -~• -,~ i' . • _ i ~_. 8. Estimated range of service area 9, 'Estimated number of auto trips per day generated by project 10. Type/Extent operations not in enclosed buildings ours o operation Type of exterior lighting D. Projects other than above (if Q or C filled in, do not use this section) 1. Type of Project 2. Type of facilities to be provided 3. Square feet of paved areas within project 4. Parking Spaces provided 5. Square feet of enclosed structures 6. Bulk of any structures . 7. Ultimate occupance of project 8, fJumber of trips generated lU. Supplemental Information (provide any information whicf~ c uld assist the City in evaluating the project.) E. Project Characteristics 1. 6Ji11 the operation of the project result in the wasteful, ineffic'ent or unnecessary consur~~ption of any scarce resources or ene gy? (If yes, identify and give quantity) 2, Provide the consumption by the proposed project of the folloti~~ing resources: Electricity Watural Gas Water 3. I1otJ much solid and liquid (sewage waste will be generate by the proposed project? 32 • ^ ~', ;..1. ~, ~ ~ is 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. ~i If the project could result in the emission of any air p identify them, provide the quantities to be emitted, th EPA/APCU regulations and data or evidence to show cor~ipl the performance standard (City Code Sec. 33.703) ollutants, applicabl ance vJith Could the construction activities generate dust? (If y explain measures to be utilized to dininisil aaverse efi s, cts). Could the project, in any phase, result in a significan in or impact on ambient noise levels? (If yes, provide evidence to show compliance ~Jith performance standards) increase data or Could the facility discharge any liquid into the bay or surface or sub-surface water source? (If yes, please de liquid and any applicable local, regional, state or fed gulations and data or evidence to shoti~J compliance 4Jlth formance standards.) any other cribe the ral re- he per- Indicate type .and amount (acres) of landscaping to be i with the project. stalled If the project will result in any new employment opport describe the nature and type of these jobs. nities, _ Could the project result in the emission of any substan energy such as odor, vibration, glare or electrical dis (If yes, submit data or evidence to show compliance wit mance standards.) e or urbance? h perfor- e 11. HoaJ many cubic yards of earth will be excavated? Hoty many cubic yards of er~~bankment will be placed? 33 ~--'~, ~ /~ / ~ ; t 4Jhat will be the - Maximum depth of cut Average depth of cut Maximum depth. of fill Average depth of fill 12. Does the project contain features which could be constr ed to be at variance from nearby features, due to bulk, form, texture or color? (If so, please describe.) 13. If there is any direct or indirect automobile usage as ociated with this project, complete the following: Total vehicle Emission Gra s of miles traveled Factor Pollution CU x 50 = Hydrocarbons x 6.5 = NOx (N02) x 5 = Particulates x .58 = Sulfur x .20 = 14. Indicate the amount of developed and natural open space is part of the project. that 15. Could the project result in any change in such factors as age and income structure of the community, family size, occupation groups, etc? (If so, please describe.) III. DESCRIPTION OF EfJVIRON(1EfdTAL SETTIfJG A. Geology Is the project site subject to any of the following? (If so, explain in detail). 1. Seismic Hazar~:s 34 ---: ~`j`f.. 2. Liquefaction 3. Land Slide or Slippage- If a Geological Study f~as been conducted on the propert please attach. B. Soils Does the project site contain any of the following? (I so, explain in detail.) 1. Expansive Soils 2. Alluvial Soils 3. Erodible Soils 4, Impervious Soils If a Soils .Report on the project site has been made, pl ase attach. C. Hydrology & Water dual i ty Are any of the following features present on or adjacen to the site? (If yes, please explain in detail) 1, fii gh ground vrater 2. Flood Plain 35 • 1. 3, Will the facility drain into any domestic water supply pr marsh{ (If so, please describe in detail the amount and run-off quality) 4, What drainage basin and sub-basin is the project locate in? 5. What is the current & ultimate run-off~in the basin & s b-basin? Current CFS Ultimat CFS Etas i n : '~ Sub-basin: If there is any projected increase in run-off, ~vhat per~ent will be due to the development of the subject property? Are downstream drainage facilities adequate for the exiting run-off? If a Hydrological Study has been done, please attach. D. Mineral Resources 1. Are there any mineral resources on the project site? (~f so, identify and rate scarcity) • 2. Uoes the project site provide access to or have the pot ntial to provide access to any mineral resource? (If yes, describe in detail) E. Land Form 1, Does the project site contain any prominent canyon, ridge line or other distinctive natural land form? 2, 6Jhat is the natural average slope of the site? 3, What is the maximum natural slope of the site? F: Air Quality Is the project site near any air pollution sources such as a ~reeway or uncontrolled stationary source? (If yes, describe) 36 !^ G. Noise 1. Uo any of the adjoining streets have a current or projected AuT of 5,000 or more or does any street within 500 feet of the site have a current or projected AUT of 25,000 or r;~ore? If es, conduct an analysis of tl~e noise impact on the prject u ir~g the NUD Idoise Assessrnent Guidelines, and attached the analy is to this IS. 2. Are there any generators of prominent noise levels (rai road, industries, etc.) in the area of the project which coul impact the site? If so, please discuss. H. Biolo Plant Life 1. Is the project site in a natural or partially natural state? 2. What are the predominant plant species found on th~ project site? 3. Are any of the above mentioned rare or endangered ~pecies? (If yes, list) 4. Indicate type, size and quantity of trees which 4ri~1 be re- moved by the project. Animal Life 1. What are the predominant animal species found on t e project site? (Include any migratory species) _ 2. Are any of the above mentioned species identified s rare or endangered, or unique to the region? (If yes, l~st) 37 / ~ ~ ~ `' if a.Qiological.Survey has been conducted, please attach. Is ~ Past Use of the Land 1. Are there any known historical, archaeological or aleontolo- gical resources located on the project site? If s describe the resources and proposed measures to conserve th resources. 2. Are there any known historical, archaeological or aleontolo- gical resources witi~in 2000 feet of the project si e? If so, describe the resource and provide a map showin t~~e location in relationship to the project site. 3. If any surveys have been conducted, please attach, J. Current Land Use 1. Describe all structures and land uses currently ex' the project site, sting on 2. Describe all structures and land uses currently ex sting on adjacent property. North Sout ast West K. Aesthetics 1. Are there any .features on or within 1000 feet of t e site of substantial aesthetic importance? 2, Is the project located adjacent to any scenic routs? If yes, describe the design techniques being used to protect or enhance the scenic quality of Chula Vista. 3° t.~ ~y L. Social 1. Are there any residents on the site? If so, how many? 2. Are there any employment opportunities on the site If so, how many and what type? t1. school s If tf~e proposed project is residential, please complete the following: Current Current Stu ents generated School Attendance Ca acit fro roject Elementary Jr. High Sr. Hiyh ~~, Parks and Recreation (Complete only if project is resid ntial) 1. How many acres of park land are necessary to serve the proposed project? (2AC/1000 pop.) 2. How many acres of developed parkland are ~rithin the Park Service Uistrict of this project as shown in the Parks & Recreation Element of the General Plan? 3. 6dhat is the current park acreage requirements in th park service district? 0. Safety 1. What is the distance to the nearest fire station an vrhat is the Fire Dept.'s estimated reaction time? 2. LJhat is the gallons/minutes flow from tf~e nearest n ml~er of hydrants as specified in the Safety Element of the eneral Plan? P. Transportation 1. What roads provide access to the project? 39 ~~ ~ 1 ~---= J ~ ~~r ~r --'~~, L_ 2. LJhat is the current NDT and design capacity of these roads? 3. What streets are to be dedicated and improved as p~rt of the project? Q. Public Facilities I. Sewer - Location of tie-in point and lines Size and capacity of new line 2. Water - Location of tie-in~ point and lines Size and capacity 3. Drainage - Location of on and off site facilities Description of facilities and capacity Please provide any other inforr,~ation which could assist the City in evaluating tfie proposed project. 40 I i i -~--- -. Sec. 5.2 Project Cvaluation 1. Evaluation of Environmental Impact which has the potential to degrade the quality of the environment or curtail the range of the envir nment. Yes fdo A, Could the project adversely effect the quality of - T ground water to a significant degree: Reason for finding: . R. Could the pro.jectincrease tine water level or velocity of water in a flood plain? Reason for finding: C. Could the project significantly increase the run-off in any drainage basin? Reason for finding: D. Could the project increase run-off beyond the capacity of any natural ~~~ater-~•~ay or man-made faci 1 i ty ei tiger on site or down stream? Reason for finding:' C. Could the project cause a substantial. alteration of natural land form? Reason for finding: F. Could the project cause any significant erosion or ' siltation? __._ Reason for finding: 41 ~.-_ ~ --- -, ~, ,_, Yes No G. Could the project cause or exacerbate a violation ~f any national or state ambient air quality standard o.r interfere with the maintenance of air quality standards? Reason for finding: li. Could the project result in a detrimental effect on water quality or the ability to attain or maintain vaater quality standards? Reason for finding: I. Could the project directly or indirectly cause a significant i ncrease i n ar,~bi ent noise l evel s? __~_. Reason for finding: J. Could the project directly o r indirectly affect a rare, endangered or endemic species of animal or plant; or habitat of such species; or cause interference ~~~ith the movement of any resident or migratory wildlife? Reason for fi n:ii ng K. Could the project directly or indirectly impact any arcf~aeological, f~istorical or paleontological resource? Reason for finding: L. Could tf~e project cause a significant degradation of community aestf~etics by imposing structures, colors, forms, lights or other factors widely at variance witi~ prevailing community standards? Reason far finding: 42 :------ , ,a /-,~sf Yes rJo M. Could the project create land uses t~iat differ greatly frorn those on ad,iacent property due to either scale or type? Reason for finding: N. Could the project inhibit the ability of the urban support system to provide adequate support for the community or this project? Reason for finding: 0. Could the project result in wasteful, inefficient or unnecessary consumption of energy? Reason for finding: P. Could the project result in the generation of a sub- stantial amount of solid or liquid waste which would directly or indirectly cause a violation of any solid or liquid waste or litter regulations? Reason for finding: Q. Could tie project generate traffic that would signifi- cantly lower the service level of any street or i~ighway below an acceptable level? ,____ Reason for finding: R.. Are there any other ir~~pacts associated with the project which could have a potential to degrade the quality of the environment or curtail the range of the environment? Reason for finding: 43 1---- - -~ ) ,< i ~' ~' ~ n 2. Eva~luaticin of significant adverse environmental impact which~achie!ve. short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals. Yes A. Is tl~e project clearly inconsistent with the following elements of the General Plan? Land Use Circulation Scenic Highways Conservation Housing PJoi se Park & Recreation Open Space Safety Seismic Safety Public Facilities Reason for finding: B. Could the project significantly inhibit access to any mineral resources which can be economically extracted? Reason for finding: C. Does the project involve an area of presently or potentially productive agricultural land? Reasons for finding: D. Does the project involve any other natural or man-made feature which is encompassed Zn long-term environmental goals? Reason for finding? ~J4 fdo I 3. Evaluation of adverse impacts which are individually limited but II cumulatively significant. Yes A. Could the project result in a series of impacts that interact to produce significant effects? Reason for finding: Q. Could the service requirements of the project result in secondary projects that could have cumulative effects of a significant level? Reasons for finding: C. Does tf~e project include any facilities or is the project being carried out under any circumstances that could facilitate, accelerate or induce other develop- ment? Reasons for finding: D. Are there any other impacts which could cumulate to a significant level? Reasons for finding: flo 45 ~--,~ r -; ~ ~,~ j ~, ; L- • 4, Evaluation of significant impacts of the project which will cause substantial adverse effects on human .beings, either directly or indirectly. Yes A. Could the project involve the emission of any substance which could constitute a significant health hazard? Reason for finding: Q. Is the project located in a flood plain or any other area subject to inundation? Reason for finding: C. Is the project site subject to any geologic hazard sucf~ as earthquakes, land sliding or liquefaction? Reason for finding: U. ~ Is the project site subject to any ir.~pacts such as noise, air pollution, light, etc, that could adversely affect human beings? Reason for finding: E. Could the project displace residents or people employed at the site? Reason for finding: F.~ Could any other adverse impact on human beings result from the project? Reason for finding: 4G fdo _---~ ~~- -~, . ~,, . `, -~ `-