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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRCC AGENDA PK 2001/12/03 Mitigated Negative Declaration PROJECT NAME: West Auto Wreckers PROJECT LOCA nON: 2365 Main Street ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO.: 622-190-2600 PROJECT APPLICANT: Danny L Street CASE NO.: 1S-01-050 DATE: November 16, 2001 A. Proiect Setting The 3.0·acre site is developed as an existing industrial use consisting of the West Auto Wrecker's Ltd., an auto wrecking and salvage yard (refer to Locator Map·Attachment A). The site is flat and contains non· native plant material. No listed plant or animal species are known to occupy the site or surrounding area. The subject property is within the ILP (Limited Industrial) Zone and designated ILP (Industrial) on the City's General Plan, within the Southwest Redevelopment Area and Montgomery Specific Plan, The surrounding area is fully developed with the following land uses: North - Trucking Warehouse; East - Self-Storage Warehouse; South - Trucking Finn; and West - Self-Storage Warehouse. The proposed site is within the loo'year floodplain designation for the Otay River. The existing run-off currently flows to Main Street and to the southern portion of the parcel where runoff is allowed to pond. The off·site drainage facilities run along Faivre Street. The area adjacent to Faivre Street is higher than the present site elevation by one·foot. B, Proiect DescriDtion The existing business operation includes an auto wrecking and salvage yard. The goal of this project is to enclose within a building disassembled auto parts that are currently being stored outside West Auto Wreckers entered an agreement in 1992 with the City of Chula Vista to construct three storage warehouse buildings. The applicant proposed the development of this site in three separate phases. In 1992, Phase I development included an 11,250 square foot one-story prefabricated steel warehouse for use as an auto parts storage area with a 2,800 square foot, one-story office building, A Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-92-45) was adopted, The proposed project consists of a 9,000 square foot, one·story prefabricated steel warehouse that will be used for storage of auto parts from dismantled vehicles, The proposed project includes the following on· site improvements; additional parking, landscaped treatments, lighting and replacement of existing fencing along the eastern and southern property lines, Due to the site being within the lOO·year floodplain designation for the Otay River, the floor elevation of the proposed building will be required to be raised I-foot above the flood plain, The existing driveway will be used for access to the project site with additional access from Faivre Street. The proponent will be required to maintain curb. gutter and sidewalk improvements along Main Street. Completion of full cui· de-sac improvements will be required along Faivre Street. Discretionary approvals consist of review by the Design Review Committee, and granting of a Special Use Pennit by the Redevelopment Agency, C. Compliance with Zoning and Plans The proposed auto parts storage facility is consistent with the ILP (Limited Industrial - Precise Plan) zoning designation, ILP (Limited Industrial) General Plan designation, Southwest Redevelopment Plan. Montgomery Specific Plan and the City's environmental plans and policies, D, Public Comments On Junel9, 2001 a Notice of Initial Study was circulated to property owners within a 500·foot radius of the proposed project site. The public review period ended July 2, 2001. No written comments were received, E. Identification of Environmental Effects An Initial Study conducted by the City of Chula Vista (including the attached Environmental Checklist fonn) detennined that the proposed project would result in one or more significant environmental effects, Subsequent revisions in the project design have implemented specific mitigation measures to reduce these effects to a level of less than significant. The preparation of an Environmental Impact Report will not be required. This Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in accordance with Section 15070 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Specific mitigation measures have also been set forth in the Mitigation Monitoring Program. refer to Attachment "A". Hazards A Phase I and Phase II. environmental site assessment of the subject site was required to detennine the extent, if any, of contamination onsite from the wrecking yard operations and to identify mitigation measures. GeoSoils, Inc, (Geotechnical Engineers) prepared the Phase I and Phase II (December 28. 2000.) Three soil borings were done within the location of the currently proposed development. Two were analyzed for volatiles and one was analyzed for metals. All of the test boring concluded that the concentrations of hazardous waste were below the level necessary for mitigation; however, the report was inconclusive regarding the potential for hydrocarbon contamination in the soil and did recommend mitigation, Based on the Phase I and Phase II conclusions, the applicant entered the County of San Diego Voluntary Assistance Program in order to verify that the mitigation proposed for the potential hydrocarbon contamination is adequate. The County of San Diego Voluntary Assistance Program is a joint program of the County and the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). Through the program this site was evaluated to detennine the potential for hazardous levels of hydrocarbon on site, The County's Case Closure letter indicates that all of the levels of hydrocarbons were deemed appropriate for site closure and future development of the site with t\ús proposed use, No excavation or remediation activity needs to be performed. It further stated that no contaminated soils are estimated to be remaining on the site and no clean up is required. Soils According to the Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation prepared by GeoSoils, Inc, dated December 29, 2000, the most significant elements of the study indicated: a) the inability of the existing fill to support foundation loads without undergoing deformation; b) existing fill materials are predominately underlain by compressible alluvium and weathered terrace deposits; c) the potential for differential soil settlement; d) the possibility of seismic shaking due to location of regional or nearby active faults. Implementation of the mitigation measures identified in the soils report, which are listed below, will reduce potential impacts to soils to less than significant. Drainage The project site is relatively flat, mainly unpaved and within the lOO-year Floodway Frequency Boundary (FEMA) floodplain. The project site is one·foot below Faivre Street to the south, According to the Drainage Study prepared by DGB Survey and Mapping, dated October 20, 2000 the proposed project will create no significant change in the drainage path, and the proposed development will increase the drainage runoff by approximately 25% percent. According to the Engineering Department, the site is mainly unpaved and there is a depression at the south end of the site that detains the runoff. This drainage facility is adequate to handle the current conditions on the property, however, Faivre Street is higher than the present site elevation and the runoff is contained within the property, The project site and surrounding areas are prone to flooding. The raising of the building pad elevation by I-foot above the identified floodplain will less the impact to a level of less than significant. A natural ditch is located to the south across Faivre Street. This drainage facility takes runoff from Faivre Street and the surrounding properties. These conditions could create significant drainage impacts unless mitigated. According to the Engineering Department, there are options that the applicant can incorporate into their project to mitigate drainage impacts. These options include connection with the natural ditch across Faivre Street or connection with a drainage stub located approximately 300 feet to the west along Faivre Street. The incorporation of these options into the grading and improvement plans to the satisfaction of the City Engineer will lessen the impacts to a level of less than significant. Mitigation Necessarv to A void Significant Impacts Air Oualitv Construction Related Impacts l- All unpaved construction areas shall be sprinkled with water or other acceptable dust control agents during dust-generating activities to reduce dust emissions, Additi'onal watering or dust control agents during dust generating activities to reduce dust emissions. Additional watering or dust control agents shall be applied during dry weather or windy days until dust emissions are not visible. 2. Trucks hauling dirt and debris shall be properly covered to reduce windblown dust and spills. 3, A 20-mile·per hour speed limit on unpaved surfaces in connection with the project shall be enforced. 4. On dry days, dirt and debris spilled onto paved surfaces shan be swept up immediately to reduce re-suspension or particulate matter caused by vehicle movement. Approach routes to construction sites shan be cleaned daily of construction related dirt in dry weather. 5. Disturbed areas shan be hydroseeded, landscaped, or developed as quickly as possible and as directed by the City to reduce dust generation. Water 6, The applicant shan comply with the National Ponutioin Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Municipal Pennit Order No, 2001-01 and Better Management Practices (BMPs) during and after development to prevent erosion and sedimentation in the downstream stonn drain system, Drainage/Soils/Hazards Construction Related Impacts 7, Prior to the issuance of a grading permit for the proposed project, the applicant must provide the engineering department with certification by a registered engineer that the proposed finish floor elevation is at least one foot above the identified floodplain in accordance with City of Chula Vista and FEMA requirements. 8, Grading plans shan incorporate an recommendations of the Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation prepared by GeoSoils, Inc" dated December 29, 2000. 9, Grading plans shall incorporate drainage facility improvements within the grading and improvement plans to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 10. Temporary desilting and erosion control devices shall be installed. These devices including desilting basins, benns, hay bales, silt fences, dikes and shoring. Protective devices will be provided at every storm drain inlet to prevent sediment from entering the storm drain system. II. Catch basin filters shall be installed to prevent trash and silt from entering the storm drain system. 12. Catch basin filters shall be maintained and inspected in accordance with scheduling prepared by the City of Chula Vista Engineering Division. I agree to implement the mitigation measures required as stated in this Section (F) of this Mitigated Negative Declaration. ])Mli4l~ .~1 I(~t, Name, title / , Date F. Consultation 1. City of Chula Vista: Marilyn R.F, Ponseggi, Planning Division Maria Muett, Planning Division Jim Greering, Fire Marshall Samir Nuhaily, Engineering Department Kim Vander Bie, Planning Division Silvester Evetovich, Engineering Department Steve Power, Planning Division Frank Rivera, Engineering Division Ralph Leyva, Engineering Division Aoolicant's Aeent: Danny L. Street/Dave Adams 2, Documents Chula Vista General Plan (1989) and Em. (1989) Title 19, Chula Vista Municipal Code, September 1997 3, Initial Studv This environmental 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 judgment of the City of Chula Vista. Further information regarding the environmental review of this project is available from the Chula Vista Planning Department, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. ~~_4"/ ¿P~ ~ Date: ' /;~Jo/ ( { Ma lyn R. ,Ponseggi Environmental Review Coordinator Case No.IS-Ol-050 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM 1. Name of Proponent: Danny L. Street 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Chula Vista 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 3. Address and Phone Number of Proponent: 2365 Main Street Chula Vista, CA 91910 4. Name of Proposal: West Auto Wreckers (Phase II) 5. Date of Checklist: November 9,2001 Pouatially Potentially Significant LeSSthaD Signiftcant Unless Slgnitkant N. Impact Mitigated Impact Impact I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with general plan designation or 0 0 0 181 zoning? b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or 0 0 0 181 policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? c) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g" 0 0 0 181 impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an 0 0 0 181 established community (including a low·income or minority community)? Comments: The project site is located at 2365 Main Street, in the western portion of the City, The existing land use is an auto wrecking and auto parts salvage yard, The proposed project includes enclosing portions of the existing use and will continue the existing use, which is an industrial land use. Trucking warehouses and self-storage facilities surround the project site. The subject property is zoned ILP (Limited Industrial) Zone and designated ILP (Industrial) on the City's General Plan within the Southwest Redevelopment Area and the Montgomery Specific Plan. The proposed project is consistent with the Zoning Ordinance, General Plan, and Specific Plan designations, Therefore, the development of the auto parts storage facility would not result in significant land use and planning impacts or impact the physical arrangement of the established community in the surrounding area. Page - 1 Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. PotentiaDy II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the Potentially Significant Less than Signiftcant u....., Signilkant N. proposal: Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local 0 0 0 181 population projections? b) Induce substantial growth in an area either 0 0 0 181 directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable 0 0 0 181 housing? Comments: The project proposal is a continuation of an existing use on a partially developed site designated on the City's General Plan for industrial use. The continuation of existing use on the site (auto parts storage facility) will not result in the inducement of substantial growth in this area or in the displacement of existing housing. No significant population or housing impacts would be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. Potentially III. GEOPHYSICAL. Would the proposal result in or Potentially SlgnlftcaDt Less than Signilkant U....M Signilicaot N. expose people to potential impacts involving: Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) Unstable earth conditions or changes in geologic 0 0 0 181 substructures? b) Disruptions, displacements, compaction or 0 0 0 181 overcovering of the soil? c) Change in topography or ground surface relief 0 0 0 181 features? d) The destruction, covering or modification of any 0 0 0 181 unique geologic or physical features? e) Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, 0 0 0 181 either on or off the site? f) Changes in deposition or erosion of beach 0 0 0 181 sands, or changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which may modify the channel of a river or stream or the bed of the ocean or any bay inlet or lake? g) Exposure of people or property to geologic 0 0 0 181 hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mud slides. ground failure, or similar hazards? Page - 2 Comments: There are no known geophysical conditions present that would expose people to geologic or earth hazards. The site is not within a mapped Earthquake Fault Zone; the La Nacion Fault is approximately five miles to the east and the Rose Canyon Fault is approximately three miles to the east. Compliance with the building design and construction requirements of the Uniform Building Code would avoid potentially significant structural impacts resulting from seismic activity, The project site is essentially flat and minimal grading would be required to prepare the site for the proposed development. The proposed project includes paving of the existing dirt area along the southern portion of the project site. According to the Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation prepared by GeoSoils Incorporated dated December 29, 2000 the proposed building development is feasible from a geological and engineering analysis provided the proposed measures are incorporated into the design and construction of the project. Compliance with the recommendations of the Geotechnical Evaluation, and the building design and construction requirements of the Uniform Building Code, will avoid potentially significant impacts. There is an earU¡.en swale at the southern portion of the project site that contail1s the surface roooff. Accòrding to the Engineering Department, the' drainage facilities are adequate to handle the present c¡¡nditions. The project site slo¡íe$ tòwarrls the south, near Faivre Street. Fàìvre Street is higher than the present site elevation by I-foot. The' surface runoff is contained within the project site. Standard ' engineering conditions require that a formal geotechnical/soils study be submitted d1lring the grading and improvement plans. According to the Engineering Department, the proposed grading will improve the drainage facilities, Although grading operations will be performed in compliance with the City of Chula Vista Grading Ordinance (Ordinance 1797, as amended), significant erosion impacts could occur during the excavation and construction period due to disruptions of the soil. Soil erosion could result in sedimentation in the storm drain system resulting in a significant impact unless mitigated to a level of less than significant. The compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Permit Order No. 2001-01 and Best Management Practices (BMPs) are required to be implemented during and after construction to prevent erosion and sedimentation in the downstream storm drain system. Mitigation Measures: Mitigation measures listed in Section XIX would reduce impacts to a level of less than significant. Potentially PotentiaUy Significant Less than IV. WATER. Would the proposal result in: Sigoiftcant Um." SlgnUkant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, 0 0 18 0 or the rate and amount of surface runoff? b) Exposure of people or property to water related 0 0 0 18 hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration 0 0 0 18 of surface water quality (e.g., temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any 0 0 0 18 water body? e) Changes in currents, or the course of direction 0 0 0 18 Page - 3 of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either 0 0 0 181 through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? g) Altered direction or rate of flow of 0 0 0 181 groundwater? h) Impacts to groundwater quality? 0 0 0 181 i) Alterations to the course or flow of flood 0 0 0 181 waters? j) Substantial reduction in the amount of water 0 0 0 181 otherwise available for public water supplies? Comments: The 3.0-acre project site is located within the Floodway Frequency Boundary (FEMA), inside the 100·year flood plain. The site is relatively flat and mainly unpaved. The Drainage Study prepared by DGB Survey and Mapping, dated October 20, 2000, indicates the proposed project would create no significant change in the drainage path and the proposed development will increase the drainage runoff by approximately twenty·five percent. According to the Engineering Department, the existing run-off currently flows towards Main Street and towards the southern portion of the property, near Faivre Street. There is a depression at the south end of the property that contains the surface runoff, The off-site drainage facilities run along Faivre Street. Development of the site with industrial buildings will result in a negligible increase in surface water run·off. The lowest floor elevation will be raised one foot above the base flood elevation and off- site drainage improvements including connection with a natural ditch to south or connection with a drainage pipe stub along Faivre Street, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, will be included as a mitigation measure and shown on the first submittal of grading/improvements plans. All grading operations will be performed in compliance with the City of Chula Vista Grading Ordinance (Ordinance 1797, as amended). Short·term erosion of the cut and fill slopes would be reduced to a less than significant level by the installation of temporary desilting and erosion control devices as specified on the site plan. These devices include desilting basins, berms, hay bales, silt fences, dikes, and shoring. Protective devices will be provided at every storm drain inlet to prevent sediment from entering the storm drain system. Additional erosion control measures will be installed as required by the City Engineer. According to the Engineering Department, the compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Permit Order No, 2001-01 and Best Management Practices are required to be implemented during and after development to prevent erosion and sedimentation in the downstream storm drain system. The facility is already covered under the General Industrial Permit, but the applicant shall notify the SWRCB of any facility changes. The proposed project will result in a use that is currently being done outside being moved into a building on a foundation. The potential for groundwater contamination as a result of the proposed change in the operation of the use will be reduced from the current condition, No significant impacts to ground water would result because there would be no additions or withdrawals from local aquifer. Page· 4 Mitigation Measures: Mitigation measures listed in Section XIX would reduce impacts to a level of less than significant. Potentially V. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: Potentially Sigolflcaot LeSSthaD Significant U""" SignißcaDl No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to 0 0 0 I!I an existing or projected air quality violation? b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? 0 0 0 I!I c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, 0 0 0 I!I or cause any change in climate, either locally or regionally? d) Create objectionable odors? 0 0 0 I!I e) Create a substantial increase in stationary or 0 0 0 I!I non·stationary sources of air emissions or the deterioration of ambient air quality? Comments: Neglible air quality effects would result from the emissions ofthe project's 94 average daily trips (ADTs). The proposed project, construction of an auto parts storage facility, would not alter air movements, humidity, or climatic temperate. The proposed project would not create objectionable odors, as most work activity would now be within an enclosed building. The proposed development would result in negligible short-tenn emissions because a minimal amount of grading is required, Fugitive dust would also be created due to clearing, earth movement, and travel on unpaved surfaces, Air quality impacts resulting from construction related emissions are considered short-tenn in duration since construction is a relatively short-tenn, one-time activity. Dust control during grading operations would be related in accordance with the rules and regulations of the City of Chula Vista and San Diego Air Pollution Control District (APCD). The construction and grading activities of the proposed development would be subject to mitigation measures noted in Section XIX, Mitigation Measures: Mitigation measures listed in Section XIX would reduce impacts to a level of less than significant. Potentially VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would Potentially Slgnilkant LeSSthaD SlgniDcaDt U""" Sign1ftcanl No the proposal result in: Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? 0 0 0 I!I b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., 0 0 0 I!I sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e,g" farm equipment)? c) Inadequate emergency access or access to 0 0 0 I!I nearby uses? d) Insufficient parking capacity on·site or off-site? 0 0 0 I!I Page - 5 e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? 0 0 0 181 f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting 0 0 0 181 alternative transportation (e,g. bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? 0 0 0 181 h) A "large project" under the Congestion 0 0 0 181 Management Program? (An equivalent of 2400 or more average daily vehicle trips or 200 or more peak·hour vehicle trips,) Comments: According to the Engineering Department, the trip generation for the project would be 94 average daily trips (ADTs). Main Street serves as the primary access to the auto wrecking and salvage yard, Faivre Street, a cul·de·sac to the south, provides a secondary access. The proposed project would have a minimal effect on traffic patterns and volumes on the adjacent streets, The primary access roads are adequate to serve the proposed project according to the Engineering Department. Main Street is a four-lane major street and has a 30,OOO·trip capacity (with Level-of-Service C), The existing ADTs on Main Street is 22,230 and with the proposed project will increase the vehicle trips to 22,324, According to the Engineering Department, Main Street currently operates at a Level·of· Service A and will continue to operate at a Level-of·Service A with the proposed project. The Engineering Department has determined that the additional ADT volumes generated from the project would not exceed the City's Level of Service (LOS) thresholds on surrounding streets. Short -tenn traffic effects would consist of construction trucks required for grading the project site and related construction activities. No hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists would be created by the project proposal. The proposed project includes 18 parking spaces as required by City regulations. No additional roadway facilities are required to serve the site. No significant traffic related impacts would be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures will be required. PoteDtiaUy VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the Potentially SignIJkant Less than Slgnitkant u..." SigniftcaDt No proposal result in impacts to: Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) Endangered, sensitive species, species of 0 0 0 181 concern or species that are candidates for listing? b) Locally designated species (e.g" heritage trees)? 0 0 0 181 c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., 0 0 0 181 oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian and vernal 0 0 0 181 Page, 6 pool)? e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? 0 0 0 181 f) Affect regional habitat preservation planning 0 0 0 181 efforts? Comments: The project site is not located in a biologically sensitive area as identified in the City's General Plan. The project proposal is within a fully urbanized area. The project site is developed with an auto wrecking and salvage yard. There are no known sensitive plants or animal species on-site. The Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) designates the parcel for development. No known biological impacts would result from the proposed auto parts storage facility on the site, Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures will be required. Potentially Potentially SlgnUkaat IASSthaD VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. SlgoiIkant u...." Slgni1kaDt N. Would the proposal: Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation 0 0 0 181 plans? b) Use non-renewable resources in a wastefnl and 0 0 0 181 inefficient manner? c) If the site is designated for mineral resource 0 0 0 181 protection, will this project impact this protection? Comments: The project proposal does not conflict with the recently adopted CO2 Reduction Plan, The CO2 Reduction Plan encourages infill housing and increased housing density near mass transit. The project proponent will maintain existing curb, gutter, and sidewalk along the Main Street frontage that will provide for pedestrian circulation in the project area, According to the Engineering Department, the applicant is required to install full street improvements along Faivre Street, a cul·de-sac. The proposed project is subject to compliance with Energy Requirements of the Uniform Building Code and therefore, should not result in the use of non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner. The project is not located in an area designated for mineral resource protection as defined in the City's General Plan. No significant energy and mineral resource impacts would be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. PotentiaUy IX. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: Potentially Slgnllkaat I..os>thaD Slgnilkant U"""' Sigoilkant N. Impact Mitigated I~I Impact a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of 0 0 0 181 hazardous substances (including, but not limited to; petroleum products, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? Page - 7 b) Possible interference with an emergency 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ response plan or emergency evacuation plan? c) The creation of any health hazard or potential 0 0 ¡¡¡ 0 health hazard? d) Exposure of people to existing sources of 0 0 ¡¡¡ 0 potential health hazards? e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ brush, grass, or trees? Comments: The project site contains an existing auto wrecldng and salvage yard. The current use includes the removal of fluids from automobiles prior to disassembly or storage, The storage of limited hazardous materials such as, chemicals, oils, solvents, fluids etc, does occur on site. The business documents indicate that the fluids are stored in 55-gallon drums, within an enclosed area on a concrete slab and hauled off by a licensed hauler. The storage of hazardous materials is regulated by the County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health, The applicant is required to notify the County of San Diego regarding storage of hazardous materials and any changes to land use. Based upon previous Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) conducted by Geo Soils Inc., in 1992 and 1993, some visible soil staining was noted but limited to specific areas and not concentrated over the entire site. A Phase II, Environmental Site Assessment, dated December 28, 2000 was prepared for the project which included three soil borings within the location of the future building. Two were analyzed for volatiles and one was analyzed for metals. The Phase II identified hydrocarbon soil discolorations, The recommendation by the consultant was to cover all areas potentially contaminated with hydrocarbon discolored soils with concrete (foundation of proposed building) or remove the soil. According to the October 25,2001, closure letter from the County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health the site remediation plan submitted by the applicant, (Phase II Assessment) has been reviewed by their department following guidance from the Regional Water Quality Control Board, . All of the contamination levels were determined to be appropriate for site closure and future development. Based upon the environmental documents submitted it was the County's position that no further action or remediation is required. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. PoteotiaUy X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in: Potentially Sigoifkant Lessthao Significant Unl~ Significant No Impact Mitigated Impud Impact a) Increases in existing noise levels? 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ Comments: The present onsite use is an auto wrecldng and salvage yard. A portion of the use is currently Page, 8 enclosed, with the remainder being conducted outside, Surrounding land uses are primarily industrial, consisting of mini·storage and warehouse facilities. The proposed metal building structnres are intended to be functional enclosures for the dismantled vehicles that are currently being stored outside on·site. There would be no significant short·term noise impacts related to construction activities due to the noise levels already existing on the site related to the current auto dismantling use, Nevertheless, compliance with the City's Municipal Code (Section Chapter 17,24.050 (J), which restricts construction to the hours of 10:00 p.rn. and 7:00 a,m. Monday through Friday, and between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8;00 a,m. Saturday and Sunday will still be required. The project would not result in a significant increase of existing noise levels or exposure of people to severe noise levels, as the storage building will buffer business activity noise. No significant noise impacts are expected to result from the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures will be required. PotentiaUy XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an PoteDtiaUy Significant Leoo !ban SignillcBnt Unless Sigoifkant Nn effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered Impact Mitigated Impad 1_' government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? 0 0 0 181 b) Police protection? 0 0 0 181 c) Schools? 0 0 0 181 d) Maintenance of public facilities, including 0 0 0 181 roads? e) Other governmental services? 0 0 0 181 Comments: The project site is located in western Chula Vista, a fully developed area. A portion of the land use is enclosed and the rest is conducted outside. The Police and Fire Departments have reported that the proposed project would not result in a significant impact to the existing public services, According to the Chula Vista Elementary School District and Sweetwater School District fees are required. State law currently requires a developer fee of $0.33 for non·residential areas to be charged. No new or altered public facilities would be required to serve the proposed storage building. No significant impacts to public services would be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures will be required. PotentiaBy Potentially Siguiftcaot Lessthaa Signific:aDt Unk" SigniIkaDt N. Impact Mitigated Impact Impact XII. Thresholds. Will the proposal adversely impact the 0 0 0 181 City's Threshold Standards? Page, 9 As described below, the proposed project does not adversely impact any of the seen Threshold Standards, PotentiaUy Potentially SlgniIkant LeSlitbaD Signiftcaøt UoIess SigniIicant N. Impact Mitigated Impact Impact a) FirelEMS 0 0 0 181 The Threshold Standards requires that fIre and medical units must be able to respond to calls within 7 minutes or less in 85% of the cases and within 5 minutes or less in 75% of the cases. It is anticipated that the minor future development on this parcel map will meet the threshold standards as this project is in a fully urbanized area. The proposed project would comply with this Threshold Standard, Comments: According to the Fire Department, the current level of service can continue to be provided to the project area. The nearest fIre station is located 3-5 miles away, As such, the proposed project is not anticipated to signifIcantly impact the FireÆMS Threshold Standard. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures will be required. Potentially Potentially Signiftcant u... thaD Signißcaot Unless Signißcaut N. Impact Mitigated Impact Impact b) Police 0 0 0 181 The Threshold Standards require that police units must respond to 84% of Priority I calls within 7 minutes or less and maintain an average response time to all Priority 1 calls of 4.5 minutes or less. Police units must respond to 62,10% of Priority 2 calls within 7 minutes or less and maintain an average response time to all Priority 2 calls of 7 minutes or less. Comments: The Police Department indicates that the current level of police services can continue to be provided to the project area. The Police Department reports that the proposed project is not anticipated to result in a signifIcant impact to the Police Threshold Standard. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures will be required. Potentially Potentially SigoilkaDt u... thaD Signifkant Umess SipUkaot N. Impact Mitigated Impact Impact C) Traffic 0 0 0 181 1. City·wide: Maintain LOS "C" or better as measured by observed average travel speed on all signalized arterial segments except that during peak hours a LOS "D" can occur for no more than any two hours of the day. 2, West of 1-805: Those signalized intersections which do not meet the standard above may continue to operate at their current 1991 LOS, but shall not worsen, Page - 10 Comments: According to the Engineering Department, the proposed project will not generate a significant increase in traffic. There will be an estimated total of 94 average daily trips (ADT) generated by the project per day. The additional trips will not result in significant impacts to the City's traffic thresholds. The proposed project complies with the City's Traffic Threshold Standard. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures will be required, PotentlaOy PotentiaUy SigoiIkaDt Lessthau SigDiIkant Unless SlgoifkaDl No Impact Mitigated I_ct Impact d) ParksIRecreation 0 0 0 181 The Threshold Standard for Parks and Recreation is 3 acres of neighborhood and community parkland with appropriate facilities per 1,000 residents east of Interstate 805 (1-805), Comments: The proposed project is located west of 1-805, therefore, the Parks and Recreation Threshold does not apply. No park pad obligations will be required per City Ordinance. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. Potentially PoteDtlaUy SIgnif'icaDt ""'tho. Signif1cant U""" S........... No Impad Mitigated Impact Impact e) Drainage 0 0 0 181 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. The proposed project will comply with this Threshold Standard. Comments: The proposed project, storage warehouse, will not exceed City Engineering standards for stann water flows and volumes. According to the Engineering Department. there are no existing on-site drainage facilities. However, as a standard condition by the Engineering Department proper drainage facilities shall be incorporated into the project design upon first submittal of grading and improvement plans, No significant drainage or storm water impacts would be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. Potentially Page, 11 PoteDtiaUy Signilkant Lcssthan Slgniftcant Unless SignIftcant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact f) Sewer 0 0 0 181 The Threshold Standards require that sewage flows and volumes not exceed City Engineering Standards, Individual projects will provide necessary improvements consistent with Sewer Master Planes) and City Engineering Standards. The proposed project will comply with this Threshold Standard. Comments: The City Engineering Department has determined that an existing 15" sewer main on the north side of the property along Main Street and an 18" sewer main on the south side of the property along Faivre Avenue would be adequate to serve the proposed project. No significant sewer impacts would be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required, PotentiaUy Potentially Signi1kant LcSSthaD Signiftcant v_, Significant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact g) Water 0 0 0 181 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. The proposed project will comply with this Threshold Standard, Applicants may also be required to participate in whatever water conservation or fee off· set program the City of Chula Vista has in effect at the time of building permit issuance. Comments: According to the Sweetwater Authority there is a 12-inch water main located on the north side of Main Street. Their records indicated one water service to this property. The existing water facility is adequate to serve the proposed project. According to the Chula Vista Fire Department fire service is available to serve the proposed project. No significant water impacts will be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. Potentially XIII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would Potentially Stgniftcant Less than Signiftcant V""" Significant No the proposal result in a need for new systems, or Impact Mitigated Impact Impact substantial alterations to the following utilities: Page, 12 a) Power or natural gas? 0 0 0 181 b) Communications systems? 0 0 0 181 c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution 0 0 0 181 facilities? d) Sewer or septic tanks? 0 0 0 181 e) Storm water drainage? 0 0 0 181 f) Solid waste disposal? 0 0 0 181 Comments: The proposed project is located in a fully developed area with existing utility and service facilities. The proposed project is not anticipated to result in the significant need for new systems or alterations to existing facility utilities. The existing 15" and 18" sewer mains that run westerly on Main Street and Faivre Street are adequate to serve the proposed development. No significant impacts to utilities and service systems will be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. Potentially PotentiaDy Sigoiftcant Lesslhan Signiftcant Union S_nt N. XIV. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: Impact Mitigated Impa<l Impact a) Obstruct any scenic vista or view open to the 0 0 0 181 public or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? b) Cause the destruction or modification of a 0 0 0 181 scenic route? c) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? 0 0 0 181 d) Create added light or glare sources that could 0 0 0 181 increase the level of sky glow in an area or cause this project to fail to comply with Section 19,66,100 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, Title 19? e) Produce an additional amount of spill light? 0 0 0 181 Comments: This is a continuation of an existing industrial land use, that will result in enclosing the use that is currently outside. The project site is within a fully urbanized area in the western portion of Chula Vista, The proposed project is not located along any scenic vista or view and will not modify a scenic route. No significant impacts to the aesthetic effect of the surrounding area will be created as a result of the proposed project because it will improve the aesthetics by moving a portion of the use inside a building. Page' 13 Mitigation Measnres: No mitigation measures are required. PokÐtlaUy XV. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: Potentially SigDiIkant LeSSthaD Signifk:ant u...., SigniIkant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impacl a) Will the proposal result in the alteration of or 0 0 0 I!II the destruction or a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? b) Will the proposal result in adverse physical or 0 0 0 181 aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? c) Does the proposal have the potential to cause a 0 0 0 I!II physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? d) Will the proposal restrict existing religious or 0 0 0 181 sacred uses within the potential impact area? e) Is the area identified on the City's General Plan 0 0 0 I!II EIR as an area of high potential for archeological resources? Comments: The Conservation and Open Space Element of the General Plan does not identify the subject site or surrounding vicinity as an area of potential cultural resources. The project does include minimal grading at time of development. No significant cultural impacts will be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. Potentially Potentially Slgnilkant LeSSthaD signiftcaut UoIess Signit1caot No Impa" Mitigated 1_" Impact XVI. PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Will the 0 0 0 I!II proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of paleontological resources? Comments: The Conservation and Open Space Element of the General Plan does not identify the subject site or surrounding vicinity as an area of potential paleontological resources. The project site is relatively flat with minimal grading required for the proposed development. There would be no significant impacts because there are no known paleontological resources on the project site. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required, Page· 14 PoleotiaDy XVII. RECREA nON. Would the proposal: POleotlaUy S_at Lessthao SlgnUIcaot UoIess Sigoiftcaot No Impact Mitlgaled Impact Impact a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ regional parks or other recreational facilities? b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ c) Interfere with recreation parks & recreation 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ plans or programs? Comments: The proposed project is an industrial use and will not increase the need for parks or recreational facilities, Therefore, no recreational significant impacts will be created as a result of the proposed project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required, Poteotially XVIII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF PÐteotlally SignUkaot Less than Signißcaot u...." Signißcant No SIGNIFICANCE: See Negative Declarationfor Impact Mitigated Impact Impact mandatory findings of significance, If an EIR is needed. this section should be completed. a) Does the project have the potential to degrade 0 0 0 ¡¡¡ 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 or California history or prehistory? Comments: The project proposal is in a fully urbanized area of western Chula Vista. The adjacent surrounding area is developed with industrial uses. Neither sensitive plant nor animal resources, nor historical or archaelogical resources are present on the site. The proposed project will have no significant impact to the quality of the environment, reduction of habitat of wildlife species or threaten the historical preservation of the area. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required, Poleotially Potentially Significant Lessthao Sigoiticant Uoless SlgniI1cant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact Page - 15 b) Does the project have the potential to achieve 0 0 0 181 short·term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? Comments: The proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan and the City Council approved Draft Multiple Species Conservation Plan October 9, 2000, (MSCP). The site is slated for development. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. PoteodaUy PottotiaUy Significant Less than Significant u..." SlgDiftcanl No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact C) Does the project have impacts that are 0 0 0 181 individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) Comments: There are no other current or foreseeable projects in the surrounding area that would contribute to cumulatively significant considerable impacts. This is a modification of an existing industrial use within a fully urbanized area of western Chula Vista and consistent with the goals and vision of the General Plan, Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required, PoteDtiaUy PoíentiaUy Significant '-"'than Significant Unless Significant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impad d) Does the project have environmental effects, 0 0 0 181 which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? Comments: This is the review of a second phase of development to an existing auto wreckers and salvage yard. The use has been in operation for a substantial period of time and the project is separated from residential uses by other industrial businesses. The enclosure of outside storage of auto parts within an enclosed building will improve the surrounding area, therefore, it is anticipated that the proposed project will not cause substantial adverse effects upon human beings. XIX. PROJECT REVISIONS OR MITIGATION MEASURES: Page - 16 The following project revisions or mitigation measures have been incorporated into the project and will be implemented during the design, construction or operation of the project: Air Oualitv Construction·Related Impacts I. All unpaved construction areas shall be sprinkled with water or other acceptable dust control agents during dust-generating activities to reduce dust emissions. Additional watering or dust control agents during dust generating activities to reduce dust emissions. Additional watering or dust control agents shall be applied during dry weather or windy days until dust emissions are not visible. 2. Trucks hauling dirt and debris shall be properly covered to reduce windblown dust and spills. 3. A 20·mile-per-hour speed limit on unpaved surfaces in connection with the project shall be enforced, 4. On dry days, dirt and debris spilled onto paved surfaces shall be swept up immediately to reduce re·suspension or particulate matter caused by vehicle movement. Approach routes to construction sites shall be cleaned daily of construction-related dirt in dry weather. 5. Disturbed areas shall be hydroseeded, landscaped, or developed as quickly as possible and as directed by the City to reduce dust generation. Water Construction Related Impacts I. The applicant shall comply with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Municipal Permit Order No. 2001-01 and Better Management Practices (BMPs) during and after development to prevent erosion and sedimentation in the downstream storm drain system. Drainage/SoilslHazards Construction Related Impacts I. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit for the proposed project, the applicant must provide the engineering department certification by a registered engineer that the proposed finished floor elevation is at least one foot above the identified floodplain in accordance with City of Chula Vista and FEMA requirements. 2. Grading plans shall inicorporate all recommendations of the Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation prepared by GeoSoils, Inc., dated December 29, 2000, 3. Grading plans shall incorporate drainage facility improvements within the grading and improvement plans to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 4, Temporary desilting and erosion control devices shall be installed, These devices including desilting basins, berms, hay bales, silt fences, dikes and shoring, Protective devices will be provided at every storm drain inlet to prevent sediment Page - 17 from entering the storm drain system. 5. Catch basin filters shall be installed to prevent trash and silt from entering the storm drain system, 6. Catch basin filters shall be maintained and inspected in accordance with scheduling prepared by the City of Chula Vista Engineering Division, XX. AGREEMENT TO IMPLEMENT MITIGATION MEASURES By signing the line(s) provided below, the Applicant(s) and/or Operator(s) stipulate that they have each read, understood and have their respective company's authority to and do agree to the mitigation measures contained herein, and will implement same to the satisfaction of the Environmental Review Coordinator, Failure to sign the line(s) provided below prior to adoption of the Addendum shall indicate the Applicants' and/or Operator's desire that the Project be held in abeyance without approval. J2:A-4 ~."':) Printed Name and Titl of Authorized Representative of [Propert wner's Na e] /I /-u It!) I Signature of Auth rized Representative of . Date [Property Owner's Name] rv-, A-v+o W~ Printed Name and Title of [Operator if different from Property Owner] N/A Signature of Authorized Representative of Date [Operator if different from Property Owner] XXI. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED: The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected hy 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 following pages, D Land Use and Planning D Transportation/Circulation D Public Services Page - t8 o Population and Housing o Biological Resources o Utilities and Service Systems · Geophysical o Energy and Mineral Resources o Aesthetics · Water . Hazards o Cultural Resources · Air Quality o Noise o Recreation o Paleontological o Mandatory Findings of Significance Resources XXII. DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, 0 and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the 181 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 0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but 0 at least one effect: 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation 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 environment, 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 detennination. ~/N9{.~. 11/i~/6J1 Si atur ,) Dlte ( , Marilvn RF. Ponseggi Environmental Review Coordinator City of Chula Vista H:\HOMÐJ>LANNJNG\MARJA \MISC\lS·O 1-050.chklst2.doc Page' 19