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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Statement 1987/06/16 Item 31 COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT Item 31 Meeting Date 6/16/87 ITEM TITLE: Public Hearing: Considering Coastal Development Permit #023 for Grubbing and Clearing of Weeds at the Southwest Corner of "F" Street and Tidelands Avenue Resolution /30.3 Authorizing the Issuance of Coastal Development Permit #023 for Grubbing and Clearing of Weeds at the southwest corner of "F" Street and Tidelands Avenue SUBMITTED BY: Community Development Director IPA. .. No REVIEWED BY: City Manager (4/5ths Vote: Yes No X ) In April 1984, the Redevelopment Agency acquired a 2.01 acre parcel on the southwest corner of "F" Street and Tidelands Avenue (former site of Marina Motor Motel ). The current condition of this property poses a potential fire hazard due to weeds and debris that have accumulated in the last year. In order to eliminate this problem and alleviate the unsightly condition of the property, weed abatement services are proposed at this time. The project is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15304 Class 4. RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council conduct a public hearing and consider the attached resolution and findings therein, (1 ) finding that the proposed project is consistent with the policies of the certified Chula Vista Local Coastal Program and (2) issuing Coastal Development Permit #023. BOARDS/COMMISSIONS RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable. DISCUSSION: The project site consists of approximately two acres of currently vacant property located at the southwest corner of "F" Street and Tidelands Avenue, and extending approximately 300 ft. south of the southerly property line (Exhibit A attached). This site was previously occupied by the Marina Motor Motel . Weeds and debris have been collecting on-site from non-use. Not only is this unsightly, but it becomes a fire hazard during the summer and fall months. Therefore, it is recommended the property be cleared to reduce the hazard. Page 2, Item 31 Meeting Date 6/16/87 FINDINGS Based on the following findings, the proposed grubbing and clearing of weeds has been found to be consistent with the policies of the certified Chula Vista Local Coastal Program. 1 . Grubbing and clearing of weeds on the site will reduce fire hazards that could exist during the summer and fall months and will further reduce the danger to Bayfront wildlife and resources which could exist from that hazard. 2. The site was previously developed with a commercial motel use which was recently demolished. Therefore, no significant vegetation will be impacted as a result of the project. 3. This project involves only grubbing and clearing of weeds on a previously disturbed site and will not interfere with the public 's right of access to the shoreline as provided in Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no direct cost associated with the issuance of this permit. However, at its June 4, 1987 meeting, the Redevelopment Agency authorized staff to solicit bids for weed abatement, for the subject site, at an estimated cost not to exceed $5,000. Funds are available in account 990-9907-5518 (Acquisition Expenses) for these services. WPC 2958H .,y the City Council of Chula Vista, California Dated