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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 2 - Housing Element - Neg DeclarationCH-ULA VISTA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA STATEMENT Item: 2 Meeting Date:03 /27/13 ITEM TITLE: Public Hearing: Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City Of Chula Vista Recommending the City Council Adopt Negative Declaration (IS -12 -006) and the Housing Element Update of the General Plan for the 2013 -2020 Planning Period SUBMITTED BY: Leilani Hines, Principal Project Coordinator REVIEWED BY: Gary Halbert, Development Services Director / Assistant City Manager INTRODUCTION The California State Legislature has identified the attainment of a decent home and suitable living environment for every Californian as the State's major housing goal. Recognizing the important role of local planning and housing programs in the pursuit of this goal, the Legislature has mandated that all cities and counties prepare a Housing Element as part of the comprehensive General Plan. In accordance with California Government Code § 65588, the City of Chula Vista has prepared the Housing Element Update for the 2013 -2020 planning period (Attachment 1) to be adopted by April 30, 2013. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The 2013 -2020 Housing Element of the City's General Plan does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). An Initial Study (IS- 12 -006) has been conducted by the City of Chula Vista (including an Environmental Checklist form) and the City does not anticipate that the proposed project will have a significant environmental effect, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report will not be required. A Negative Declaration has been prepared in accordance with Section 15070 of the CEQA Guidelines (Attachment 3). RECOMMENDATION That the Planning Commission recommend the City Council adopt Negative Declaration (IS -12- 006) and the Housing Element update of the City of Chula Vista General Plan for the 2013 -2020 planning period. GPA 12 -05 DISCUSSION Housing Element Requirements Page No. 2 Pursuant to State Law, Chula Vista is required to prepare and adopt by April 30, 2013 a Housing Element Update that covers the period of January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2020. The Housing Element includes the following components: • A review of the previous Element's goals, policies, programs, and objectives to ascertain the effectiveness of each of these components, as well as the overall effectiveness of the Housing Element; • An assessment of housing needs and an inventory of resources and constraints related to meeting these needs; • An analysis of programs for the preservation of assisted housing developments; • A statement of community goals, quantified objectives and policies relative to the maintenance, preservation, improvement and development of housing; and, • A policy program that provides a schedule of actions that the City should undertake, or intends to undertake, in implementing the policies set forth in the Housing Element Update. Housing_ Element Update Format The Chula Vista Housing Element Update is organized into five sections, including: c Describes the key imtes mid opportunities Part 1. Issue, identified from a needs assessment artd the Opportunities public participation process. Part 11 Pollcv Details, specific policies and programs the City of Chula Vista will carry out over the eight -year Implementation Plan period to address the City's hotting goals. Specifies the number of households assisted I Part III Ouantilied and housing units constructed, rehabilitated, conserved and preserved through the adopted policies and programs. GPA 12 -05 Page No. 3 Key Issues The City has identified two key interrelated housing issues which the Housing Element update focuses on based upon the current economy and diminishing financial resources available for affordable housing programs and projects. These issues are: (1) A greater need exists to preserve and expand affordable housing opportunities for those existing extremely low- ( <30% of the Area Median Income or $24,800 /year for a family of four) and very low - income households ( <50% of the Area Median Income or $41,300 /year for a family of four), particularly for those most vulnerable populations such as the homeless, seniors, and the disabled; and (2) In addressing these needs, there are opportunities to revitalize, reuse, and enhance existing resources and look at new collaborations to leverage resources for the benefit of those in need of housing but also for the economic benefit of residents and the community. The Policy and Implementation Plan (Part II) of this Housing Element Update, aims to provide the City and the residential development community with policy and program tools that address these issues. The City's efforts will be concentrated on preserving and enhancing single family housing and neighborhoods, promoting balanced and diverse housing, and the City's role and processes to facilitate a mix of residential development types. Regional Housing Needs Assessment State Housing Element Law mandates that a jurisdiction must show that it has adequate sites that will be made available through appropriate zoning and development standards and with the required public services and facilities for a variety of housing types and incomes. The projected need for housing used for this evaluation is defined as the City's share of the region's housing needs for 2013 -2020. A Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) prepared by SANDAG in October, 2011 for the period beginning January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2020 (an 8 year period) identifies Chula Vista's share of the region's housing needs as 12,861 new housing units, with 6,303 (57 %) allocated for lower income households. As required by State Housing Law, the City must plan for its share of the region's new housing needs in all five income categories by identifying an adequate supply of land zoned at the appropriate density levels to accommodate each income category. The RHNA goals do not represent a requirement for actual housing production, but rather seek to ensure the City has, or plans to add, zoning and land capacity to accommodate new housing growth. To address the City's needs for very low and low income (50 -80% of AMI or $66,100 /year for a family of four) housing, Chula Vista must demonstrate that it has an adequate supply of land for higher density housing (30 or more dwelling units per acre). Although zoning land for higher density development does not guarantee the construction of housing that is affordable to low and moderate income families, without such higher density zoning, the opportunity to use subsidies and implement affordable housing programs for such households would not exist. Appendix C of the Housing Element Update provides the details demonstrating that the City has adequate sites to satisfy this requirement. GPA 12 -05 Goals and Policies Page No. 4 The centerpiece of the Element is the Policy and Implementation Plan with goals, policies, and implementing programs to address the identified needs. In developing the goals, objectives, policies, and programs described in this Plan, the City assessed its housing needs, evaluated the performance of existing programs, and received input from the community through participation in housing workshops. In substantial compliance with the requirements of State law, the City will be striving to provide programs to meet the current and future housing needs of all income levels of the community through the following goals: •Matsu and Enhance Housing Stock and f N*hborhoods ©� Ciportunities that Meet the City's Diverse N b+iaze Frxg wid.hnpUmentation of Services Vital to ConunusutyHousing Needs To realize these goals, the Policy and Implementation Plan details objectives, policies, and implementing programs according to three major policy focus areas: 1) Maintain and Enhance Housing and Residential Neighborhoods; 2) Balanced and Diverse Housing Opportunities; and, 3) Government Role and Process. While the plan covers a broad array of housing issues that are applicable Citywide, the emphasis of the 2013 -2020 Policy and Implementation Plan is on actions enabling the City to maintain and increase housing opportunities affordable to very low, low, and moderate income households. The objectives, policies and programs are discussed in Section 3.0 of Part II of the Draft Housing Element Update. Public Participation Process The Development Services Department solicited community input in preparing and reviewing the City's Draft Housing Element Update. The City conducted a survey and workshops to obtain the views of citizens, developers, social service agencies, and other interested persons on the City's housing needs, and policies and programs to be implemented to address these needs. The following outlines the public participation process: • Public Survey Period (March 9 through April 30, 2012); • Stakeholders meeting (March 8, 2012); • Community workshops (March 21, 28, and 29, 2012); • Housing Advisory Commission Workshops (January 25, 2012, and August 29, 2012); • 30 -day Public Review period (December 14, 2012 through January 14, 2013); • HCD review (December 21, 2012 through February 19, 2013); and • Planning Commission Public Hearing (March 27, 2013). Summary of Comments & HCD Compliance Review Throughout the citizen participation process, the City received comments and suggestions from concerned citizens, residential developers and advocates for affordable housing. A summary of the comments received are included within Appendix F of the Draft Housing Element Update. No comments on the Housing Element update were received during the 30 -day comment period from December 14, 2012 through January 14, 2013. Comments were received on the Negative Declaration and are included with Attachment 3. GPA 12 -05 Page No. 5 HCD provided guidance to the City to ensure adequate information and discussions were provided related to the following: ■ Identification of an adequate supply of land zoned at the appropriate density levels to accommodate the City's share of the region's new housing needs in all five income categories. Revisions: Appendix C - Housing Resources, previous Section 2.2.3 discussion of Regional Housing Needs Assessment and the City's development capacity moved up to Section 2.2. Appendix H -Sites Inventory Analysis revised to include more detailed listing ofparcels, potential unit capacity and existing use. ■ Identification of housing conditions based upon localized information, exclusive of Census information. Revisions: Appendix A - Community Profile, Section 2.4.5 revised to include a more detailed discussion of the City's multifamily inspection program, Title 25 mobilehome inspection program, and the number of received and opened code enforcement complaints and number resulting in a Notice of Violation. ■ Analysis of fee estimates associated with single family and multi - family development and typical land costs. Revisions: Appendix B - Constraints to Housing, Section 2.6 revised to include a table demonstrating typical fees associated with single family and multifamily development. Revised Section 3.2 to include a discussion of land costs based upon vacant land listed in MLS for sale. ■ Compliance with the Employee Housing Act (Health and Safety Code Section 17021) requiring employee housing by right in single family housing zones for six or fewer persons and in agricultural zones with no more than 12 units or 36 beds. Revisions: Appendix A - Community Profile, Section 3.4.6 revised to include definition of farm workers and their income. Appendix B- Constraints to Housing, Section 2.4.8 revised to specify zones allowing for agricultural uses and therefore requiring revisions to allow for employee housing. Added Program 7.1.6 to Part II to revise the City's zoning ordinance to comply with Section 17021.5 and 17021.6 of the State Health and Safety Code to allow employee housing by right within single family zones for six or fewer persons and agricultural zones with no more than 12 units or 36 beds. ■ Compliance with Senate Bill (SB) 2 (Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing) to establish programs for the identification of appropriate zoning for emergency shelters to be allowed without discretionary actions and transitional housing considered as a residential use subject to the same restrictions. Revisions: Appendix B - Constraints to Housing, Section 2.4. 10 revised to define emergency housing and transitional housing and discussion of opportunities for locating such housing within the City, as allowed by the zoning ordinance. Revised Program 7.1.3 to Part II to comply with SB 2 and identified potential zones to be considered for emergency housing. GPA 12 -05 Page No. 6 • Compliance with SB 812 (Persons with Developmental Disabilities) to reflect statistics for the Chula Vista area provided by the Regional Center. Revisions: Appendix A - Community Profile, Section 3.4.3 revised to include a discussion of persons with development disabilities and demographic information of persons served by the San Diego Regional Center's South Bay office. • Compliance with Assembly Bill (AB) 1087 (Water /Sewer priorities for developments with affordable housing) to provide water and sewer serving agencies with a copy of the City's Housing Element upon adoption. Revisions: Appendix B - Constraints to Housing, Section 2.8.2 revised to include a discussion of AB 1087. Added Program 7.1.7 to Part II to provide a copy of the adopted Housing Element to the Otay Water District and Sweetwater Authority within 30 days of Adoption pursuant to AB 1087. ■ Compliance with AB 162 (Safety and Conservation Elements /Floodplain data) upon revision and adoption of the Housing Element, ensure consistency of the Housing Element with the Safety and Conservation Elements of the General Plan. Revisions: Added Program 7.1.7 to Part II to amend the safety and conservation elements of the City's General Plan upon adoption of the City's Housing Element to include an analysis and policies regarding flood hazards and management, pursuant to AB 162. On February 19, 2013, HCD provided correspondence (Attachment 2) to the City regarding its review which found that the City's Housing Element, as revised and presented to HCD, addresses the statutory requirements and is in compliance with State Housing Element law (Article 10.6 of the Government Code). Upon adoption, the Housing Element update will be resubmitted to HCD for final certification of compliance. A copy of the Housing Element is attached for Planning Commission review and will be on file with the City's Development Services Department, Housing Division due to the significant length of the document. DECISION -MAKER CONFLICTS Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations Section 18704.2(a)(1) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT Implementation of the policies and programs outlined within the Element may require additional resources within the Development Services Department. As each of the policies and programs are developed and implemented, staff will complete a more thorough analysis of staffing and resource needs and the fiscal impact. The ongoing fiscal impact is uncertain at this time and will depend on the type of housing development that results from the update of the Housing Element. ATTACHMENTS 1. 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update of the City's General Plan (on File in the Development Services Department, Housing Division) 2. California Department of Housing & Community Development Compliance Letter 3. Negative Declaration (IS -12 -006) Attachment -1- Attachment #1 is the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update The document was provided last year and has only a few Changes. It was provided electronically. STATE OF CALIFORNIA -BUSINESS, TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING AGENCY EDMUND G. BROWN JR_ Govemar DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF HOUSING POLICY DEVELOPMENT Attachment 2I 1800 Third Street, Suite 430 ° •,m l;; P. O. Box 952053 Sacramento, CA 94252 -2053 (916) 323 -3177 / FAX (916) 327 -2643 www.hcd.ca.gov February 19, 2013 Mr. Gary Halbert, Director Development Services Department City of Chula Vista 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 Dear Mr. Halbert: RE: Review of the City of Chula Vista's Draft Housing Element Update Thank you for submitting the City of Chula Vista's draft housing element update received for review on December 21, 2012 along with additional revisions received on February 13, 15, 18 and 19, 2013. The draft housing element was submitted for the 5th planning cycle and covers the 2013 -2021 planning period. The Department is required to review draft housing elements and report the findings to the locality pursuant to Government Code (GC) Section 65585(b). Various communications with Ms. Leilani Hines, Ms. Marilyn Ponseggi, Mr. Carlos Fernandez and Mr. Dai Hoang of your staff assisted with the review. The draft element addresses statutory requirements. This finding was based on, among other things, the identification of adequate sites and zoning appropriate to accommodate the City's regional housing need allocation for lower- income households. As a result, the revised element will comply with State housing element law (Article 10.6 of the Government Code) when these revisions are adopted and submitted to the Department, pursuant to GC Section 65585 (8). For your information, Senate Bill 375 (Chapter 728, Statutes of 2008) added GC Section 65588(e)(4) regarding timely adoption of the housing element. Localities on an 8 -year planning period that do not adopt the housing element within 120 calendar days from the statutory due date (April 30, 2013 for SANDAG localities) are required to revise the housing element every four years until adopting at least two consecutive revisions by the statutory deadline. For more information on housing element adoption requirements, please visit the Department's website at: http: / /www.hcd.ca.gov /hpd /hrc /plan /he /he review adoptionsteps110812.odf. . Mr. Gary Halbert, Director Page 2 The Department appreciates the hard work, dedication and responsiveness Ms. Hines provided throughout the review of the housing element and looks forward to receiving Chula Vista's adopted housing element. If you have any questions or need additional technical assistance, please contact Robin Huntley, of our staff, at (916) 323 -3175. Sincerely, Glen A. Campora Assistant Deputy Director NEGATIVE DECLARATION PROJECT NAME: PROJECT LOCATION: ASSESSORS PARCEL NO: PROJECT APPLICANT: CASE NO: DATE: Project Background 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update City of Chula Vista City -wide City of Chula Vista IS 12 -006 December 11, 2012 State law requires a Housing Element as a mandatory component of a jurisdiction's General Plan, and requires that these elements be revised every 5 years. Periodic updates of the Housing Element ensure that local policies and programs are responsive to changing conditions and fixture housing needs. Housing Element Law requires the City to analyze resources available and to quantify projected housing needs by income category. The City must demonstrate that there is available land with the appropriate densities to allow the development of affordable housing to occur, and that it has programs in place or it will develop programs that will mitigate any regulatory measures serving as a constraint to the development of affordable housing. A. Project Description Pursuant to State Law, the City of Chula Vista has prepared an update to the 2013 -2020 Housing Element. The draft 2013 -2020 Housing Element addresses the needs of all income levels. It contains an analysis and update of housing and population data based on the most current conditions and sources of information. The revisions incorporate current population and housing projections based upon SANDAG's Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) prepared in October 2011 for the period of January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2020, and the City's 2011 GMOC Growth Forecast. In accordance with State Housing Law, the draft 2013 -2020 Housing Element contains the following: IS 12 -006 December 11, 2012 5. The formulation of goals and policies the City will implement to address a number of important housing related issues. The draft Housing Element calls for the continuation of existing policies and programs to enable the City to meet future housing demands and its affordable housing obligation during the 2013 -2020 Housing Element cycle. C. Compatibility with Zoning and Plans The 2013 -2020 Housing Element consists of a detailed analysis of Chula Vista's demographic, economic and housing characteristics, as well as a seven year housing strategy to address the housing needs of the community. The Housing Element calls out goals, policies, and objectives relative to meeting the housing needs of the corrununity. The goals the Housing Element is to encourage the maintenance and enhancement of housing and neighborhoods, the finding of housing related services, as well as the support of housing opportunities that meet the City's diverse housing needs. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. Adoption of the Housing Element Update will not result in any inconsistencies with the City of Chula Vista Zoning Ordinance. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan 2005 Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary govermnental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). D. Identification of Environmental Effects An Initial Study conducted by the City of Chula Vista (including an attached Environmental Checklist form) determined that the proposed project will not have a significant environmental effect, and the preparation of an Envirommental. Impact Report will not be required. This Negative Declaration has been prepared in accordance with Section 15070 of the State California Enviromnental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. 1. Individuals and Orizanizations IS 12 -006 December 11, 2012 Chula Vista General Plan Update (December 2005) Title 19, Chula Vista Municipal Code City's Growth Management Plan 2012 SANDAG's Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) 3. Initial Study This enviromnental determination is based on the attached Initial Study, any comments received on the Initial Study and any comments received during the public review period for this Negative Declaration. The report reflects the independent judgement of the City of Chula Vista. Further inforination regarding the environmental review of this project is available from the Chula Vista Development Services Department, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. °ante- Date: December 11, 2012 Marilyn' .F. Ponseggi Principal Planner Attach: IS 12 -006 Comment Letters Responses to Comments Attachment 313 CITY or ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM CHULA VISTA L. Name of Proponent: 2. Lend Agency Name and Address: 3. Addresses and Phone Number of Proponent: 4. Name of Proposal: 5. Date of Checklist: 6. Case No. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS QUESTIONS: Issues: I. AESTHETICS. Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? C) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings? d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare, which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? 1 City of Chula Vista City of Chula Vista Planning and Building Department 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 City of Chula Vista 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 (619) 409 -5864 2013 -2020 City of Chula Vista Housing Element Update December 11, 2012 IS -12 -006 Less Than Potentially Significant Less Than With Significant illitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑.. ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ Comments: (a -d) The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update consists of a detailed analysis of Chula Vista's demographic, economic and housing characteristics, as well as a five year housing strategy to address the housing needs of the community. The Housing Element calls out goals, policies, and objectives relative to meeting the housing needs of the community. The goals the Housing Element encourage the maintenance and enhancement of housing and neighborhoods, the funding of housing related services, as well as the support of housing opportunities that meet the City's diverse housing needs. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update would not result in any adverse aesthetic impacts since it does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan 2005 Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Less Than Potentially signifiauit Less Than With Issues: Significant �- litigation significant No Impact impact Incorporated Impact II. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland ❑ ,. ❑ ❑ of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources Agency, to non- agricultural use? b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a ❑ ❑ ❑ Williamson Act contract? c) hivolve other changes in the existing environment, ❑ ❑ ❑ which, due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland, to non - agricultural use? d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare, ❑ ❑ ❑ Which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? Comments: (a -c) There are no identified conflicts with environmental plans or policies adopted by other regional agencies. No potentially significant adverse effects on agricultural resources or operations have been identified. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The 4 Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Issues: III. AIR QUALITY. Would the project: a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation? c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non- attairvnent under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions, which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people? Less Than Significant Less Than Potentially With Significant Mitigation Significant No. Impact Impact Incorporated Impact ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ Comments: (a -e) The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will, therefore, not result in any adverse impacts to air quality. Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. 3 Issues: IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? Less Than Potentially Significant Less Than with Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact 7 El c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally ❑ protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means? d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any ❑ native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting ❑ biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat ❑ Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan? 9 0 ❑■ 7 M FOR 0 a M t u Al"; C Comments: a -f) The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The Housing Element is consistent with the City of Chula Vista Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) Subarea Plan. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will, therefore, not result in any adverse impacts to biological resources. Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Less Than Significant Potentially With Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Issues: Impact Impact Incorporated p` V. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance ❑ ❑ ❑ of a historical resource as defined in State CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5? b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance ❑ ❑ ❑ lO of an archaeological resource pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5? c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological ❑ ❑ ❑ resource or site or unique geologic feature? d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ outside of formal cemeteries? Comments: a -d) The project does not propose to grade or disturb formations that may contain potential cultural resources, nor does it propose any alteration /demolition of historic resources. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. 5 Issues: 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: i. Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist- Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial evidence of a !mown fault? ii. Strong seismic ground shaking? iii. Seismic - related ground failure, including liquefaction? iv. Landslides? b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on- or off -site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse? d) Be located on expansive soil, creating substantial risks to life or property? e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of wastewater? Less Than Significant Potentially With Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No ❑npact Impact Incorporated Impact ❑ ❑ ❑. ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Comments: (a -e) The adoption of the revised Housing Element will not directly expose people to geophysical hazards. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within 6 Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. 7 Less Than Significant Less Than Potentially with Significant No Impact Issues: Significant Mitigation impact Incorporated Impact 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? b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the ❑ ❑ 0 through reasonably foreseeable upset and environment accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or ❑ 0 0 acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste mile of an existing or proposed within one - quarter school? d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of ❑ 0 ❑ 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 e) the environment? For a project located within an airport land use plan or, ❑ 0 0 where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, ❑ ❑ ❑ would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? 7 Less Than Significant Less Than Potentially with Significant Mitigation Significant No impact Issues: Im ict Incorporated Impact g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with ❑ ❑ ❑ an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, ❑ injury or death Involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? Comments: (a -h) The adoption of the revised Housing Element will not result in the exposure of people to hazardous situations or materials. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), including any city adopted Emergency Plan. Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Less Than Significant Less Than Potentially With Significant iVlitigation Significant No Impact Issues: Impact Incorporated Impact VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY. Would the project: a) Result in an increase in pollutant discharges to ❑ ❑ ❑ receiving waters (including impaired water bodies pursuant to the Clean Water Act Section 303(d) list), result in significant alteration of receiving water duality during or following construction, or violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? ❑ ❑ b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or ❑ interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre - existing 8 nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? Result in a potentially significant adverse impact on groundwater quality? 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 oft -site? d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the 0 0 ❑ site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off -site, or place structures within a 100 -year flood hazard area which would impede or redirect flood flows? e) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, 0 ❑ � injury or death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? f) Create or contribute runoff water, which would exceed ❑ the capacity of existing or planned storrnwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? Comments: (a -f)The adoption of the revised Housing Element will not affect water or groundwater resources, nor drainage patterns. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (N EPA). ro Mitigation: No mitigation measures are proposed. 01 Issues: IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the project: Issues: a) Physically divide an established community? b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? Comments: ❑ ❑ ❑ No Impact No Impact (a -c) The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not physically divide an established community, nor will it conflict with applicable land use policies, regulations, or habitat conservation plans. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. 10 M L Less Than Potentially Significant Less Than with SI niical ►t i SIbI11ICfllt rIttatoll Impact Incorporated Impact ❑ ❑ ❑ No Impact No Impact (a -c) The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not physically divide an established community, nor will it conflict with applicable land use policies, regulations, or habitat conservation plans. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. 10 M L Less Than Significant Less Than Potentially With Significant Si��nificant t ,,; �'I ltl0 itlUll 1111pact lncol'porated Impact ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ No Impact No Impact (a -c) The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not physically divide an established community, nor will it conflict with applicable land use policies, regulations, or habitat conservation plans. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. 10 M L Less Than Significant Less Than Potentially INVith Signiticant Mitigation Significant No Impact Issues: I m I mpact pact Incorporated �' X. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Result in the loss of availability of a known ❑ 0 0 mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state? 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? Comments: (a -b) The adoption of the revised Housing Element will not adversely affect locally or regionally known mineral resources. The 2013- 2020Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities Within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will, therefore, not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mifleation: No mitigation measures are required. Less Than Significant Less Than Potentially with Issues' significant Mitigation Significant Impact Incorporated Impact XI. NOISE. Would the project result in: a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in ❑ 0, ❑ ❑ excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive ❑ ❑ ❑ groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels? 11 No Impact ■ s c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise ❑ El levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in El ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two z miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? Comments: (a -e) The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not expose people to excessive noise or vibration levels. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update (including the Noise Element). The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will, therefore, not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitij!ation: No mitigation measures are required. Less Than Potentially Significant th Less Thin Signiticant \gitig With significant No Impact Issues: Impact impact 1 Incorporated XII. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project: a) hlduce substantial population growth in an area, either ❑ 0 0 ®. directly (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of road or other infrastructure)? b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, 0 necessitating the construction of replacement housing 12 elsewhere? c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Comments: (a -c) The project represents a. revision to the City's existing Housing Element as required by state law. The Housing Element does not increase or relocate residential densities nor does it propose to amend existing Community/General Plan Land Use or Zoning designations. As such, the adoption of the Housing Element does not result in substantial population growth, nor the displacement of substantial numbers of people resulting in the construction of housing elsewhere. The Housing Element contains policies and action programs that facilitate the retention and preservation of affordable housing opportunities. Mitization: No mitigation measures are required. 13 Less Than Significant Potentially with Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact P Issues: Impact Incorporated Impact XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the project: a) Result in substantial adverse physical impacts ❑ 0 associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered goverranental 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 public services: Fire protection? ❑ .. 0 Police protection? ❑ ❑ Schools? ❑ 0 0 0 Parks? Other public facilities? p p ❑ 13 Comments: Oa-e) The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in the need for new or altered government services or facilities. The primary purpose of the Housing Element is to establish City housing goals, objectives, and policies, address governmental constraints, and identify opportunities to meet housing needs for five years. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will, therefore, not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Less Than Potentially Significant Less Than Significant With Significant No Impact Issues: Impact Mitigation Impact Incorporated XIV. RECREATION. Would the project: a) Increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional ❑ ❑ ❑ parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require ❑ ❑ ❑ the construction or expansion of recreational facilities, which have an adverse physical effect on the environment? Comments: (a -b) The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in the increased use of recreational facilities, nor would its adoption result in the need to construct or expand recreational facilities. The 2013- 2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update, The adoption of the 2013- 2020 Housing Element Update will, therefore, not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with 14 the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Issues: Less Than Potentially significant With Less Than Significant si nificant No Impact Impact Mitigation � Incorporated Impact XV. TRANSPORTATION / TRAFFIC. Would the a) project: Cause an increase in traffic, which is substantial in ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e., result in a substantial increase in either the number of- vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)? b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of ❑ " ❑ ❑ ■ service standard established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways? c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? e) Result in inadequate emergency access? ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ f) Result in inadequate parking capacity? ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? Comments: (a -g)The adoption of the revised Housing Element will not affect traffic circulation. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out 15 or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update (including the Transportation Element). The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will, therefore, not result in any adverse traffic impacts. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review hi accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City of Chula Vista Traffic Thresholds, and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Potentially Issues Significant Impact XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project: Less Than Significant \Vith Less Than Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the ❑ ❑ ❑ applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? - b) Require or result in the construction of new water or ❑ ❑ ❑ wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water ❑ ❑ ❑ drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? ., d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the ❑ ❑ ❑ project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed? e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment ❑ ❑ ❑ provider, which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity ❑ 0 ❑ to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and ❑ ❑ ❑ regulations related to solid waste? 16 Comments: (a -g) The adoption of the revised Housing Element will not result in impacts to utilities and service systems. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve airy specific development projects. Because no intensification of residential land uses is proposed, public utilities and set-vices will not be impacted. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update will not result in any physical changes to the environment. Future discretionary governmental approval of site specific housing projects will require review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and if applicable the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required. Less Than Potentially Significant Less Than With Issues' Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact XVII. THRESHOLDS Will the proposal adversely impact the City's Threshold Standards? A) Libra ►y E 0 The City shall construct 60,000 gross square feet (GSF) of additional library space, over the June 30, 2000 GSF total, in the area east of Interstate 805 by buildout. The construction of said facilities shall be phased such that the City will not fall below the citywide ratio of 500 GSF per 1,000 population. Library facilities are to be adequately equipped and staffed. B) Police �.. a) Emergency Response: Properly equipped and staffed Police units shall respond to 81 percent of "Priority One" emergency calls within seven (7) minutes and maintain an average response time to all "Priority One" emergency calls of 5.5 minutes or less. b) Respond to 57 percent of "Priority Two" urgent calls within seven (7) minutes and maintain an average , response time to all "Priority Two" calls of 7.5 minutes or less. C) Fire and Emergency Medical ❑ 0 Emergency response: Properly equipped and staffed fire and medical units shall respond to calls throughout the City within 7 minutes in 80% of the cases (measured annually). 17 D) Traffic ❑ The Threshold Standards require that all intersections must operate at a Level of Service (LOS) "C" or better, with the exception that Level of Service (LOS) "D" may occur during the peak two hours of the day at signalized intersections. Signalized intersections west of I -805 are not to operate at a LOS below their 1991 LOS. No intersection may reach LOS "E" or "F" during the average weekday peak hour. Intersections of arterials with freeway ramps are exempted from this Standard. } E) Parks and Recreation Areas � The Threshold Standard for Parks and Recreation is 3 acres of neighborhood and community parkland with appropriate facilities /1,000 population east of I -805. F) Drainage ❑ The Threshold Standards require that storm water flows and volumes not exceed City Engineering Standards. Individual projects will provide necessary improvements consistent with the Drainage Master Plan(s) and City Engineering Standards. G) Sewer ❑ The Threshold Standards require that sewage flows and volumes not exceed City Engineering Standards. Individual projects will provide necessary improvements consistent with Sewer Master Plan(s) and City Engineering Standards. H) Water ❑ .a The Threshold Standards require that adequate storage, treatment, and transmission facilities are constructed concurrently with planned growth and that water quality standards are not jeopardized during growth and construction. Applicants may also be required to participate in whatever water conservation or fee off -set prograi» the City of Chula Vista has in effect at the time of building permit issuance. n X X 0 FE I C� 0 R17 Ed 0 Comments: a) The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to the Library Services. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the adopted City of Chula Vista 2005 General Plan Update. 18 b) C) d) e) f) g) h) The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to Police response times. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to Fire or emergency response times. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to traffic. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to the Parks and Recreation Services. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to drainage. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to sewer services. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. If he Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. The adoption of the Housing Element will not result in impacts to water services. The 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update does not propose any changes to land uses or densities within Chula Vista, nor does it call out or approve any specific development projects. The Housing Element is consistent with, and will be a part of, the recently adopted City of Chula Vista General Plan Update. Issues: XVIII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self - sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? b) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ( "Cunn.1latively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when 19 Lcss Than Significant Potentially with Lcss Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact locorporated Impact ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current project, and the effects of probable fixture projects.) Less Than Significant Potentially with Less Than Issues' significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact c) Does the project have envirotvnental effects, which ❑ 0 0 N will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? ° Comments: (a) As previously discussed in Section IV, Biological Resources and Section V, Cultural Resources, the project is the adoption of a revision to an existing element of the General Plan, and will not result in any physical changes to the environment. The action is adopting policies to encourage the development of moderate and low - income housing. Specific development is not proposed at this tune. Future discretionary approval on specific housing projects will include compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and /or the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). (b) The Housing Element represents a short -term (5 years) policy document that does not create or recommend action programs that would contain "Cumulative considerable" effects, but rather implements convnunity adopted goals and objectives. The Housing Element is one of the required General Plan elements of a jurisdiction, and is the only element that is required by State law to be revised every five years. The primary purpose of the Housing Element is to address the existing and projected housing needs of all economic segments of a community. (c) No evidence has been provided in the Initial Study that shows that the adoption of the revised Housing Element, which serves as a guide for communities to address then' housing needs and is required by state law, will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. No project specific plans are proposed and thus no impacts as a result of a potential risk or accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances have been identified at this time as stated in Sections IX Hazards and X Noise. Future discretionary governmental approval of site - specific housing projects will require review in accordance. with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and if applicable the National Environmental olicy Act (NEPA) including any city adopted Emergency Plan. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. XIX. PROJECT REVISIONS OR MITIGATION MEASURES: There are no Mitigation Measures. XX. AGREEMENT TO IMPLEMENT MITIGATION MEASURES By signing the line(s) provided below, the Applicant and Operator stipulate that they have each read, understood and have their respective company's authority to and do agree to the mitigation measures 20 contained herein, and will implement same to the satisfaction of the Director of the Development Services Department. Failure to sign the line(s) provided below prior to posting of this Negative Declaration with the County Cleric shall indicate the Applicant's and Operator's desire that the Project be held in abeyance without approval and that the Applicant and Operator shall apply for an Environmental Impact Report. N/A Printed Name and Title of Applicant (or authorized representative) N/A Signature of Applicant (or authorized representative) Printed Name and Title of Operator (if different from Applicant) Signature of Operator (if different from Applicant) 21 Date Date XXI. 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 "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated," as indicated by the checklist on the previous pages. ❑ Land Use and Planning • Population and Housing • Geophysical ❑ Agricultural Resources ❑ Hydrology /Water ❑ Air Quality ❑ Paleontological Resources • Transportation /Traffic • Biological Resources ❑ Energy and Mineral Resources ❑ Public Services ❑ Utilities and Service Systems ❑ Aesthetics • Hazards and Hazardous ❑ Cultural Resources Materials • Noise ❑ Recreation • Mandatory Findings of Significance 22 XXII. DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment, and a Negative Declaration will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A Mitigated Negative Declaration will be prepared. I find that the proposed project may have a significant effect on the environment, and an Environmental Impact Report is required. I find that the proposed project may have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect: 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by rilitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant impacts" or "potentially significant unless mitigated." An Environmental Impact Report is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the envirorvnent, there will not be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. An addendum has been prepared to provide a record of this determination. �7 1. 1 Marilyn R.F. Ponseggi Principal Planner City of Chula Vista 23 _December 11, 2012 Date ■ C x W Attachment 3C STATE OF CALIFORNIA Edmund G Brown J.-. Governor PHRI Ir I ITll ITIPS r:r)MMIS41r)N 326 WEST A" STREET SUITE 503 ,05 ANGELES CA 90012 December 18, 2012 Marilyn Ponseggi City of San Diego 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 Dear Ms. Ponseggi: F- a l DEC s 8 2L` s2 Re: SCH 2012121032 Chula Vista 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update The California Public Utilities Commission (Commission) has jurisdiction over the safety of highway -rail crossings (crossings) in California. The California Public Utilities Code requires Commission approval for the construction or alteration of crossings and grants the Commission exclusive power on the design, alteration, and closure of crossings in California. The Commission Rail Crossings Engineering Section (RCES) is in receipt of the Draft Negative Declaration (ND) from the State Clearinghouse for the proposed City of Chula Vista (City) 2013 -2020 Housing Element Update. RCES recommends that the City add language to the Housing Element Update so that any future development adjacent to or near the shared railroad/light rail right -of -way (ROW) is planned with the safety of the rail corridor in mind. New developments may increase traffic volumes not only on streets and at intersections, but also at at -grade highway -rail crossings. This includes considering pedestrian circulation patterns or destinations with respect to railroad ROW and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Mitigation measures to consider include, but are not limited to, the planning for grade separations for major thoroughfares, improvements to existing at- grade highway -rail crossings due to increase in traffic volumes and continuous vandal resistant fencing or other appropriate barriers to limit the access of trespassers onto the railroad ROW. If you have any questions, please contact Ken Chiang at 213 - 576 -7076, or email at ykc(ZDcpuc.ca.aov. Sincerely, Ken Chiang, PE Utilities Engineer Rail Crossings Engineering Section Consumer Protection & Safety Division C: State Clearinghouse THE CITY of SAN 0mco January 1-4, 2013 City of Chula Vista Attn: Marilyn R.F Ponseggi, Principal Planner 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, California 91910 Subject: CITY OF SAN DIEGO COMMENTS ON THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE 2013 -2020 UPDATE OF THE ROUSING ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA'S GENERAL PLAN The City of San Diego ( "City") has received and reviewed the above referenced project and appreciates this opportunity to provide comments to the City of Chula Vista. Transportation & Stone Water Department, Storm Water Division The plan's coverage of storm water is extremely limited; there is one mention of rain harvesting in the document. The existing Municipal Storm Water Permit, Order No. R9- 2007 -0001, CAS0108758 (Page 17), includes Standard Urban Stone Water Mitigation Plans (SUSMPs) and hydromodification requirements for new development and redevelopment projects. Additionally, this permit is being renewed by the Regional Water Quality Control Board that includes more rigorous requirements. It is recommended at a minimum to reference the Municipal Storm Water Permit requirements within the Negative Declaration. Sincerely, i Cathy winterrowd Assistant Deputy Director Development Services Department CW: ALM cc: Anna L. McPherson, A1CP, Senior Planner, Development Services Department Ruth Kolb, Program Manager, Transportation and Stormwater Department