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PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT LOCATION
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO.
PROJECT APPLICANT:
CASE NO.:
DATE OF DRAFT DOCUMENT:
Allen Gas and Truck Stop
3205 Main Street
629-060-60,61 & 65
Latif Audis Zoura
IS-00-50
July 15, 2004
DATE OF RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION MEETING: AllgUSt 2, 2004
DATE OF FINAL DOCUMENT:
A. Project Setting
The1.74-acre project site is located on the southeast corner of Main Street and Beyer Way. The
project site address is 3205 Main Street. The project site is comprised of three parcels located in
the urbanized southerly portion of the City of Chula Vista (see Exhibit A-Location Map). The
project site is relatively flat, with vehicular access from both Main Street and Beyer Way. The
project site currently contains aone-story 1,944 square-foot automobile service station with two
existing vehicle repair service bays, a convenience store and a 1,248 square-foot canopy
covering two fuel dispensers and a 465 sq. ft. canopy covering one fuel dispenser. The project
site is within the ILP (Limited Industrial Precise Plan) Zone and IL (Limited Industrial) General
Plan designation. The land uses surrounding the site are as follows:
North: Auto Repair/Auto Body & Paint shop/Retail Strip Mall
South: Fourth Avenue right-of--way/Muffler shop
East: Automobile Sales/Construction Storage Yard
West: Liquor Store/Animal Shelter
B. Proiect Description
The proposed project consists of the expansion and refurbishment of an existing automobile
service station, convenience store and canopy area. The proposal consists of the construction
of 1,967 square-feet of additional convenience store area (to include a mezzanine area), five
(5) new vehicle-fueling dispensers, three (3) diesel-fueling dispensers, five additional
canopies covering the proposed fuel dispensers (canopy sizes range from 465 sq. ft. to 1248
square-feet). See exhibit B showing site plan. The exterior of the existing structure will also
be refurbished to make it more aesthetically pleasing. Two new additional roll-up doors will
be placed on the existing service garage bays.
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Twenty-four automobile parking spaces will be provided along with two truck parking spaces
for a total of twenty-six on-site parking spaces, which will exceed the zoning ordinance
requirement for parking spaces. Additional proposed on-site improvements include
enhanced landscaped treatments, new lighting, and trash enclosure. Anew underground
storage tank for diesel fuel will be installed. A limited variance to the landscape buffer
requirement is being requested on two locations in order to accommodate two existing fuel
pump dispensers. In addition to refurbishing the two existing driveways, the applicant
proposes to install four additional driveway approaches in order to better accommodate truck
and automobile traffic circulation.
Off-site improvements include removal, replacement and realignment of driveways, and new
curb, gutter and sidewalks along Main Street and Beyer Way. The applicant will be required
to provide half-width street improvements along Main Street and Beyer Way property
frontage including installation of raised medians along both streets. The new raised medians
will be provided with landscape features. The proposed project is subject to the approval of
Design Review by the Design Review Committee, administrative approval of a Special Use
Permit and minor variance from landscape setback requirements and a lot line adjustment.
C. Compliance with Zoning and Plans
The project site is within the ILP (Limited Industrial Precise Plan) Zone and IL (Limited
Industrial) General Plan designation. The Limited Industrial Zone allows for the proposed
automobile service station/convenience store with a Special Use Permit and Design Review.
The proposed 24 off-street parking spaces exceed the requirements of the Municipal Code.
D. Public Comments
On June 22, 2004, 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, 2004. One
written comment from the Sweetwater Authority was received. Sweetwater Authority
concerns regarding soil testing and underground storage tanks are adequately addressed in
Section E, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Former Underground Storage Tanks.
E. Identification of Environmental Effects
An Initial Study conducted by the City of Chula Vista (including the attached Environmental
Checklist form) determined that although the proposed project could have a significant
environmental effect, there would not be a significant effect in this case because mitigation
measures described in Section F below have been added to the project. 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.
Air uality
The project site is located within the San Diego Air Basin (SDAB). The proposed project
will result in an increase in air pollutants during the construction phase of the project.
Fugitive dust would be created during demolition, grading and construction activities.
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Although air quality impacts resulting from construction-related operations would be
potentially significant, they are considered short-term impacts since construction-related
activities are a relatively short-term activity. Dust control measures implemented during
grading operations would be regulated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the
County of San Diego Air Pollution Control District (APCD) and the California Air
Resources Board. The mitigation measures contained in Section F below would mitigate
potentially significant short-term construction-related air quality impacts to below a level of
significance.
The project would not conflict with or violate any applicable air quality plans or standards.
No objectionable odors affecting substantial number of people would result from the
proposed expansion of an existing automobile service station/convenience store, as
compliance with APCD and Department of Environmental Health regulations are required.
For these reasons, the proposed project would not result in any significant long-term local or
regional air quality impacts and no mitigation measures are required to address long-term
impacts.
Geology and Soils
Pursuant to the "Report of Soil Investigation (for) Allen Gas and Truck Stop, 3205 Main
Street, Chula Vista, California", prepared by C.W. La Monte Company, on June 30, 2001,
the City Engineering Division states that there are no anticipated adverse geotechnical
conditions. Due to the previous development of the site and minimal grading required for the
proposed project, no significant geological impacts are anticipated. A formal soils report will
be required with the preparation of the final grading and building plans to determine existing
soil conditions and provide foundation and pavement recommendations.
The potential discharge of silt during construction activities could result in siltation impacts
downstream. Appropriate erosion control measures shall be identified in conjunction with
the preparation of final grading plans and would be implemented during construction. The
implementation of appropriate water quality best management practices (BMPs) during
construction shall be required in accordance with the Chula Vista Standard Urban Storm
Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) and Chula Vista's "Development and Redevelopment
Projects Storm Water Management Standards Requirements Manual (Manual). All portions
of the development area disturbed during construction will either be developed or shall be
appropriately landscaped in compliance with the Chula Vista Municipal Code, Sections
19.36.090 and 19.36.110. Compliance with SUSMP and Manual requirements shall be
ensured by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of grading permits for the proposed
project. Therefore, the potential for the discharge of silt into the drainage system will be less
than significant.
Hazards and Hazardous Materials
Former Underground Storage Tanks
On January 5, 1994, as part of a service station upgrade, a total of four underground storage
tanks were removed. This action required oversight and permitting by the County
Department of Environmental Health, Site Assessment and Mitigation Program (DEH).
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Three of the underground tanks were used to store fuel and one underground tank was used
to store waste oil. No release of fuel into the soil was detected from the three underground
storage tanks used to store fuel. However, laboratory results of soil samples collected
adjacent to the underground tank containing waste oil yielded Total Recoverable Petroleum
Hydrocarbons concentrations of up to 30,000 ppm.
In February of 1995 and under contract to Chevron, Applied Geosciences Inc. (AGI)
conducted a remediation effort to remove the contaminated soils. AGI excavated an area
measuring 3 feet by 3 feet to a depth of 4.5 feet below ground surface (bgs) in the location of
the former UST containing waste oil. Soil samples collected after the removal of the
contaminated soil samples collected in the vicinity of the UST indicated TRPH
concentrations ranging from less than the laboratory method detection limit (MDL) to 1,100
mg/kg. The sample collected from a depth of 4.5 feet bgs did not contain TRPH above the
MDL of 10 mg/kg. The soil sample with the highest TRPH concentration contained non-
detectable concentrations of benzene, toluene, ethybenzene, xylenes (BTEX), halogenated
volatile organic compounds (HVOCs) and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).
In December 1999 and January 2000, TRC Alton Geoscience (TRC) advanced a total of
seven borings to maximum depths of 30 feet bgs. Soil samples collected from the vicinity of
the underground waste oil tank did not contain TRPH concentrations above the MDL. TRPH
and MTBE were detected in groundwater at very low concentrations of 700 parts per billion
(ppb) and 2.2 ppb, respectively.
On October 12, 2000, the County of San Diego DEH indicated that the site might be eligible
for closure once additional data was provided. On July 11 and 12, 2001, in an attempt to
satisfy the County of San Diego DEH, SECOR International Incorporated, an Environmental
Firm, advanced three boreholes in the location of the former waste oil underground tank.
Three twelve-inch diameter holes were cored through the concrete/asphalt of each location.
A total of five soil samples were collected, yielding low TRPH concentrations ranging from
13 ppb to 34 ppb.
After reviewing the data submitted, the County of San Diego DEH concluded that based on
the limited extent of soil contamination and the minimal MTBE concentrations in
groundwater, the residual contamination at the site does not pose a risk to impact any
sensitive receptors in the vicinity. On May 7, 2004, the County DEH issued a letter of "No
Further Action" required for the petroleum release at this project site. The Regional Water
Quality Control Board (RWQCB) also reviewed the determination by the County DEH and
concurred with the County's decision and determined that the corrective action protects both
existing and potential beneficial water uses per the RWQCB Basin Plan.
H d~gy and Water Ouality
Based on the City of Chula Vista Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP)
and the Storm water Management Manual, post-construction pollutants of concern associated
with the proposed project include gasoline, trash, debris, oil and grease. Per the requirements
set forth in the SUSMP, best management practices (BMPs) shall be designed to treat runoff
generated by the Water Quality Design Storm having a rainfall intensity of 0.2 inches per
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hour prior to discharge to public storm drainage systems. The City's adopted Storm Water
Management Manual contains specific requirements for various types of developments.
The City Engineer will ensure that the above requirements will be met prior to the issuance
of grading improvement or construction permits for the proposed project. Based upon the
requirements of the City's Storm Water Management Manual, and the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Permit, Standard Urban Storm Water
Mitigation Plans (SUSMP), construction and post-construction project-related water quality
impacts would be less than significant; therefore, no mitigation measures are required. The
proposed construction and post-construction BMPs are discussed below.
Constrtction BMPs
According to the Engineering Division, due to the size and existing condition of the project
site, the prepazation and implementation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP) and the filing of a Notice of Intent with the Regional Water Quality Control Boazd
will be required. The applicant will also be required to complete Form 5504, "Construction
Storm Water Management Plan" (CSWMP), prior to issuance of grading, public
improvement and construction permits. The NPDES General Construction Permit requires all
construction projects involving one or more acres of land disturbance to be covered under the
Permit. During construction, BMPs from the California Best Management Practices
Handbook will be required to be implemented, which have been frequently used on job sites
and have been proven effective. Examples of construction BMPs include silt fences,
sandbags, and hay bales, which are strategically placed around curb inlets, catch basins, and
driveways in order to prevent silt and sediment from entering the storm drain system.
Post-Construction BMPs
Pursuant to the City's Storm Water Management Manual requirements for fueling dispensing
areas consist of the following: I) install a hanging roof structure/canopy, 2) fueling areas
must drain to the project's treatment control BMPs prior to discharging into the storm water
conveyance system, 3) install proper pavement with cement concrete or smooth impervious
surface, 4) create appropriate sloping to avoid ponding and separate with a grade break that
prevents run-on of urban runoff, 5) meet minimum concrete fuel dispensing area
requirements , 6) install filter inserts in catch basins that include oil absorbing media that
prevent discharge of oil and grease to public storm drains, and 7) provide periodic
replacement of filter materials and oil-absorbing media, as necessary to maintain
effectiveness.
Final required post-construction BMPs will be subject to the approval of aproject-specific
water quality study by the City Engineer. The City Engineer will take all necessary steps to
ensure that the approved BMPs will be implemented and will be sufficient to treat site runoff
prior to exiting the site and entering the public storm drainage system in accordance with the
applicable established water quality standards.
The proposed off-site improvements will include creation or replacement of more than 5,000
square feet of impervious surfaces. Permanent structural treatment Best Management
Practices may be required for off-site improvements per the National Pollutant Dischazge
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Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Permit, Order No. 2001-01, Standard Urban Storm
Water Mitigation Plans (SUSMP) requirements.
Transportation/Traffic
Based upon the projected volume of traffic that would be generated by the proposed
development, the preparation of a traffic study was deemed necessary by the City
Engineering Division. This study is available for review at the City of Chula Vista Planning
and Building Department and is summarized below.
According to the "Revised Traffic Impact Study for Proposed Expansion of the Allen Diesel
Truck, Gas and Convenience Store located at the Southeast Corner of Main Street and Beyer
Way, Chula Vista, California," prepared by Darnell & Associates, Inc., dated April 23, 2004,
the proposal is projected to generate 3,520 average daily trips (ADTs), with 246 trips
generated in the AM peak hour and 282 trips generated in the PM peak hour. With credit for
existing service station land uses, the net increase in area wide traffic attributable to the
project is 2,620 new daily trips, 182 new morning peak hour and 200 occurring in the
evening peak hour.
Traffic Snj`etV
The project proposes three points of access off of Main Street and 3 points of access off of
Beyer Way. All access points will operate with acceptable delays and levels of service.
Significance Criteria
The criteria utilized to determine if a traffic impact at an intersection or street segment is
considered significant is based on City of Chula Vista standards. Both project specific and
cumulative impacts can be significant impacts. The applicable significance criteria utilized
in the project traffic impact analysis are as follows:
Signalized/Unsignalized Intersections
A project specific impact to a signalized or unsignalized intersection would result if both of
the following criteria are met:
1. Level of service is LOS E or LOS F.
2. Project trips comprise 5% or more of entering volume.
Cumulative impact if only condition #1 is met.
Street Segments
A project specific impact to a street segment would result if the following criteria are met:
l . Level of service is LOS D for more than 2 hours or LOS E/F for 1 hour.
2. Project trips comprise 5% or more of segment volume.
3. Project adds greater than 800 ADT to the segment.
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Cumulative impact if only condition #1 is met.
Existing Conditions
Street Segments
Main Street (4 Lane Major) adjacent to the project site currently operates at level of service
(LOS) A.
Beyer Way (Two lane Class I Collector) adjacent to the project site currently operates at LOS
B.
Signalized Intersections
The signalized intersection of Main Street and Beyer Way operates at LOS B during the AM
peak hour and LOS C during the PM peak hour. The signalized intersection of Main Street
and Third Avenue operates at LOS C during both AM and PM peak hours. The signalized
intersection of Main Street and Fourth Avenue operates at LOS B during both AM and PM
peak hours.
Existing Plzts Project Conditions
Street Segments
Main Street (4 Lane Major) adjacent to the project site is projected to continue to operate at
LOS A after project development.
Beyer Way (Two lane Class I Collector) adjacent to the project site is projected to operate at
LOS B after project development.
Signalized Intersections
Al] intersections analyzed are anticipated to continue to operate at acceptable LOS C or
better during both peak hours under existing plus project conditions. The signalized
intersection of Main Street and Beyer Way will operate at LOS B during the AM peak hours
and LOS C during the PM peak hour. The signalized intersection of Main Street and Third
Avenue will continue to operate at LOS C during both AM and PM peak hours. The
signalized intersection of Main Street and Fourth Avenue will continue to operate at LOS B
during both AM and PM peak hours
O f Site Tragic Conclusion
The project does not have direct or cumulative impacts on study roadway segments or
intersections in the vicinity of the project. Therefore, no off-site traffic mitigation measures
are required.
OrrSite Circulation
The project proposes a total of six (6) driveways, three on Beyer Way (two of these exist)
and three on Main Street (two of these exist). The new driveway on Beyer Way is located at
the southernmost property line and will accommodate large trucks and provide direct access
to the diesel fuel stations on the eastern side of the project. The new driveway on Main
Street on the eastern end is a modification to the existing driveway with a new driveway,
which serves the eastern parking area.
The driveways can operate with a single exit lane, while utilizing existing lanes on Beyer and
Main without requiring additional improvements. The driveways located closest to the
intersection of Beyer and Main operate as right in/out only. All other driveways operate
without restrictions and achieve acceptable levels of service. Project driveways provide
adequate circulation for large trucks entering and exiting the site, with appropriate turning
radii. Parking aisles are designed with adequate room for vehicles to enter and exit stalls
without significantly conflicting with other on-site traffic movements. Driveways and
internal circulation are designed to accommodate on-site traffic without vehicles stacking or
obstructing through traffic on adjacent streets. The project circulation will not significantly
impact any intersection or roadway segment in the vicinity of the project and no mitigation
measures are required.
Parking
Based upon the Chula Vista Municipal Code parking ratio for retail use of 1 parking space
per 200 square feet of floor area, the required off-street parking for the proposal is 15 spaces.
The proposed off-street parking will consist of 24 vehicle parking spaces plus two large truck
parking spaces; therefore, the project would not result in any significant parking impacts and
no mitigation measures are required.
Infi-astructesre/Street Improvements
In accordance with City policy, the applicant shall be responsible for the bonding and
construction of curb, gutter, sidewalk and raised median improvements along the Main
Street and Beyer Way property frontage.
F. Mitigation Necessary to Avoid Significant Impacts
Air ualit
The following air quality mitigation requirements shall be shown on all applicable
demolition, grading, and building plans as details, notes, or as otherwise appropriate, and
shall not be deviated from unless approved in advance in writing by the City's Environmental
Review Coordinator.
1. During construction, dirt and debris shall be washed down or swept up as soon as
practicable to reduce the resuspension of particulate matter caused by vehicle
movement over such material. Approach routes to the construction area shall be
cleaned daily ofconstruction-related dirt and debris.
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2. In accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 23114, vehicles transporting
loads of aggregate materials must cover/tarp the material, or if not covered, the
material must be no nearer than six inches from the upper edge of the container area
where the material contacts the sides, front, and back of the cargo container area, and
the load shall not extend, at its peak, above any part of the upper edge of the cargo
container area. This measure shall also apply to the transport of any materials
associated with demolition, grading, or building activities that can potentially become
airborne.
Construction equipment shall be maintained in proper working order and shall be
periodically tuned in order to minimize air pollutant emissions; use of low pollutant-
emitting construction equipment, including electrical-powered equipment, shall be
used as practical.
4. Soil disturbance and travel on unpaved surfaces shall be suspended when wind speeds
exceed 25 miles per hour.
5. All unpaved construction areas shall be sprinkled with water or other acceptable dust
control agents during dust-generating activities as necessary to minimize dust
emissions to the maximum extent practicable. Additional watering or dust control
agents shall be applied during dry weather or on windy days until dust emissions are
not visible.
G. Consultation
I. Individuals and Organizations
City of Chula Vista:
Michael Walker, Planning and Building Department
Paul Hellman, Planning and Building Department
John Mollen, City Attorney's Office
Benjamin Guerrero, Planning and Building Department
Maria Muett, Planning and Building Department
Stan Donn, Planning and Building Department
Garry Williams, Planning and Building Department
Frank Rivera, Engineering Department
IChosro Aminpour, Engineering Department
Silvester Evetovich, Engineering Department
David Kaplan, Engineering Department
Sandra Hernandez, Engineering Department
Jim Geering, Fire Department
Others:
Dee Peralta, Chula Vista Elementary School District
James L. Smith, Sweetwater Authority
2. Documents
City of Chula Vista General Plan, 1989.
Final Environmental Impact Report, City of Chula Vista General Plan Update, EIR No.
88-2, May 1989.
A Fuel System Demolition Report, Station 18-GI{R, located at 765 E Street, Chula Vista,
Califomia, TRC, Apri123, 2002.
Revised Traffic Impact Study for Proposed Expansion of the Allen Diesel Truck, Gas and
Convenience Store located at the Southeast Comer of Main Street and Beyer Way, Chula
Vista, California, Darnell and Associates, Inc., April 23, 2004.
A County of San Diego, Department of Environmental Health/Site Assessment &
Mitigation Program, Underground Storage Tank System Closure Report, May 13, 2004.
Report of Soil Investigation Allen Gas and Truck Stop, 3205 Main Street, Chula Vista,
California, C.W. La Monte Company, June 30, 2001.
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 Mitigated 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 and Building Department, 276 Fourth
Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910.
Marilyn R. F. Ponseggi
Environmental Review Coordinator
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM CHULA VISTA
1. Name of Proponent:
2. Lead Agency Name and Address:
3. Address 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?
Latif Audis Zoura
City of Chula Vista
Planning and Building Department
276 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
3205 Main Street
Chula Vista, CA. 91911
(619)585-0881
Allen Gas and Truck Stop
July 14, 2004
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitrgafion Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
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Issues:
Comments•
Less Than
Significant
Potentially with Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
No Impact
a-b) As designated in the City's General Plan, the project site is within the Montgomery Specific Plan
Area and Southwest Redevelopment Area. Landscape treatments along Main Street and Beyer Way
are proposed in accordance with the City of Chula Vista Municipal Code and Montgomery Specific
Plan landscape and site architectural requirements and design review guidelines. These landscape
improvements would ensure that aesthetic impacts to Main Street create a positive image. The
project site contains no scenic vistas or views open to the public, and is not in proximity to a state
scenic highway.
c) The project site is located within an established urbanized area of Southwestern Chula Vista.
Surrounding land uses consist of commercial/retail uses to the north, east, south and west. The
proposed project consist of the expansion of the existing gasoline service station by providing an
additional eight new service islands (16 new vehicle fueling spaces) and the construction of a 1,967
square foot convenience store. The commercial project would not result in a change in the service
station commercial character of the project site nor would it have a demonstrable negative aesthetic
impact to the adjacent commercial land uses. Proposed improvements are anticipated to have a
positive aesthetic effect on the comer of Main Street and Beyer Way. The project would not
substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the surrounding area but would rather
enhance the current condition of the area.
d) Compliance with the glare regulations (Section 19.66.100) of the Chula Vista Municipal Code
(CVMC) that is ensured through the building permit process, no substantial glare, direct or slry-
reflected glare or light, would effect daytime or nighttime views in the surrounding area.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required.
II. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the
protect:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or ^ ^ ^
Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as
shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Famtland
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) Involve other changes in the existing environment, ^ ^ ^
which, due to their location or nature, could result in
conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use?
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially Wilh Less Than
Issues: Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
Comments•
a-c) The project site is neither in current agicultural production nor adjacent to property in agricultural
production and contains no agricultural resources or designated farmland.
Miti ation: No mitigation measures are required.
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-attainment 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'1
Comments: See Mitigated Negative Declaration, (MND) Section E.
Mitigation: The mitigation measures contained in Section F of the MND would mitigate potentially
significant short-term construction-related air quality impacts to below a level of significance.
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Potentially
I$$nCS: Significant
Impact
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?
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?
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Signi7cant
Impact
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
No Impact
4
Issues:
conservation plan?
Comments:
a) The project site involves an existing developed use.
Less Than
Significant
Potentially Wiih Less Than
Signi6can[ Mitigation Signifcant
Impact Incorporated Impaf[
Na Impact
b) There are no sensitive natural communities are present within or immediately adjacent to the proposed
development area.
c) No wetlands are present within or immediately adjacent to the proposed development area.
d) No native resident or migratory wildlife corridors or native wildlife nursery sites exist within or immediately
adjacent to the proposed development area.
e) No biological resources would be affected by [he proposal and no conflicts with local policies or ordinances
protecting biological resources would result.
f) No impacts to local, regional or state habitat conservation plans would result since the project site is fully
developed as are surrounding properties.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required.
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 ^ ^ ^
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?
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially Hrlth Less Than
Issnes: Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred ^ ^ ^
outside of formal cemeteries?
Comments•
a) No historic resowces aze known or aze expected to be present within the project impact area. Therefore, no
substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resowce as defined in Section 15064.5 is
anticipated.
b) Based on the level of previous distwbance to the site, and the relatively minor amount of additional grading that
would be necessary to construct the proposed project, the potential for impacts to archaeological resowces is
considered to be less than significant.
c) The project site is identified as an area of low potential for paleontological resowces in the City's General Plan
EIR. Based on the level of previous disturbance to the site and the relatively minor amount of additional grading
for the proposed project, the potential for impacts to pa]eontological resowce or is considered to be less than
significant. No unique geologic featwes are present on the site.
d) No human remains aze anticipated to be present within the impact area of the project.
Mi6gafion: No mitigation measwes are required.
VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS -- Would the project:
a) Expose people or stmctures to potential substantial
adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury or
death involving:
i. Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as de]ineated ^ ^ ^
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
known fault?
ii. Strong seismic ground shaking? ^ ^ ® ^
iii. Seismic-re]ated ground failwe, including liquefaction? ^ ^ ^
iv. Landslides? ^ ^ ^
6
Issues:
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of
topsoil?
Less Than
Signincant
Potentially with
Significant Mitigation
Impact Incorporated
^ ^
Less Than
Signineant No Impacl
Impact
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?
Comments: See Mitigated Negative Declaration, Section E.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required.
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 ^ ^ ® ^
environment through reasonably foreseeable upset
and accident conditions involving the release of
hazardous materials into the environment?
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or ^ ^ ^
acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste
within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially with Less Than
Issnes: Significant Mitigation Significant
lmpact Incorpora[eA Impart
school?
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of ^ ^ ^
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
the environment?
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan ^ ^ ^
or, 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?
g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere ^ ^ ^
with an adopted emergency response plan or
emergency evacuation plan?
h) Expose people or stmctures 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: See Mitigated Negative Declaration, Section E.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required.
VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALTfY.
Would the project:
a) Result in an increase in pollutant discharges to ^ ^
receiving waters (including impaired water bodies
No Impact
8
issues:
pursuant to the Clean Water Act Section 303(d) list),
result in significant alterntion of receiving water
quality during or following construction, or violate any
water quality standards or waste dischazge
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 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?
Potentially
Significant
Impact
^
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
]ncorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattem 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 off-site?
d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattem of the ^ ^ ^
site or area, including through the alteration of the
course of a stream or river, substantially increase the
rate or amount of surface mnoff 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, ^ ^ ^
injury or death involving flooding, including flooding
as a result of the failure of a levee or dam?
fl Create or contribute runoff water, which would exceed ^ ^ ^
the capacity of existing or planned stotmwater
drainage systems or provide substantial additional
sources ofpolluted runoff?
Comments: See Mitigated Negative Declaration, Section E.
No Impact
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Less Than
Significant
Potenfially With Less Than
Is$Ues: Significant Mitigation Significant No lmpact
Impact incorporated Impact
Miti ag tion: No mitigation measures are required.
IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the
project:
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 genera] 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•
a) The proposed commercial project would be consistent with the character of the surrounding area and, therefore,
would not dismpt or divide an established community.
b) The project site is within the ILP (Limited IndushiaUPrecise Plan) Zone and II. (Limited Indusnial) General Plan
designations, within the Montgomery Specific Plan and Southwest Redevelopment Area. The project has been
found to be consistent with the applicable zoning regulations, General Plan and Montgomery Specific Plan.
c) The project would not conflict with any applicable adopted environmental plans or policies
Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially with Less Than
Issnes' Signiticant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
X. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known 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) The proposed project would not result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource of value to the
region or the residents of the State of California.
b) Pursuant to the Environmental Impact Report for the City of Chula Vista General Plan, the State of California
Department of Conservation has not designated the project site for mineral resource protection.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures aze required.
XI. NOISE. Would the project result in:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in ^ ^ ^
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?
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise ^ ^ ^
levels in the project vicinity above levels existing
without the project?
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ^ ^ ® ^
ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially Wkh Less Than
I$sUes: Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
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
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, c and d) There are no sensitive receptors within the surrounding area of this existing service station.
b) It is not anticipated that persons will be exposed to excessive groundbome vibration or noise levels, as there will
not be any heavy industrial equipment or machinery operated on-site beyond short-term construction activities.
e) The project is not located within an airport land use plan nor within two miles of a public airport or public use
aiq~or[; therefore, the project would not expose people working on-site to excessive noise levels.
f) The project is not located within the vicinity of a private airstrip; therefore, the project development would not
expose people working on-site to excessive noise levels.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required.
XII. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the
project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either ^ ^ ^
directly (for example, by proposing new homes and
businesses) or indirectly (for example, through
extension of road or other infrastmcture)?
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, ^ ^ ^
necessitating the constmction of replacement housing
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
I$sUes: Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact lncorporateJ Impact
elsewhere?
c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating ^ ^ ^
the constmction of replacement housing elsewhere?
Comments•
a-c)No residential development is proposed that would induce substantial population growth in the area or require
substantial infrastmcture improvements. No permanent housing exists on the project site and no displacement of
housing or person would occur as a result of the proposed project. Based upon the size and nature of the proposal, no
population growth inducement is anticipated. The project is an allowable retail use per the Zoning Ordinance and is in
compliance with the General Plan and the Montgomery Specific Plan.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures are required.
XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the project:
Result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated
with the provision of new or physically altered
governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered
governmental 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:
a. Fire protection? ^ ^ ^
b. Police protection? ^ ^ ^
c. Schools? ^ ^ ^
d. Parks? ^ ^ ^
e. Other public facilities? ^ ^ ^
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Issues:
Comments•
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
No Impact
a) According to the Fire Department, adequate fue protection services can continue to be provided to the site without
an increase of equipment or personnel. The Fire Department's estimated time of arrival is within 5 minutes. The
applicant is required to submit plans for a fue sprinkler system prior to building construction and is required to
comply with the Fire Department policies for new building construction.
The proposed project would not have a significant effect upon or result in a need for new or altered fue protection
services. The proposed project would not have a significant effect upon or result in a need for new or altered fire
protection services. The City performance objectives and thresholds will continue to be met.
b) According to the Police Department, adequate police protection services can continue to be provided upon
completion of the proposed project. The proposed project would not have a significant effect upon or result in a
need for substantial new or altered police protection services. The City performance objectives and thresholds
will continue to be met.
c) The proposed project would not induce population gow[h; therefore, no significant adverse impacts to public
schools would result. Furthermore, the applicant would be required to pay the statutory building permit school
fees for the proposed new commercial building.
d) Because the proposed project would not induce population gowth, it would not induce significant population
growth and thus not create a demand for neighborhood or regional parks or facilities or impact existing park
facilities.
e) The proposed project would not have a significant effect upon or result in a need for new or expanded
governmental services and would continue to be served by existing public infrastructure.
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?
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Issues:
Comments•
Less Than
Signitcant
Potentially with Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
No Impact
a) Because the proposed project would not induce population growth, it would not create a demand for
neighborhood or regional pazks or facilities nor impact existing neighborhood parks or recreational facilities.
b) The project does not include the conshuction or expansion of recreational faci]ities. According to the Parks and
Recreation Element of the General Plan, the project site is not planned for any future parks and recreation
facilities or programs.
Mitigation: No mitigation measures aze required.
XV. TRANSPORTATION /TRAFFIC. Would the
project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic, which is substantial in ^ ^ ® ^
relation to the existing h~affic 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? ^ ^ ^
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Issues:
f) Result in inadequate parking capacity?
Less Than
Significant
Potentially R,ith Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
^ ^ ^
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or progrdms ^ ^ ^
supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus
turnouts, bicycle racks)?
Comments: See Mitigated Negative Declaration, Section E.
Mitigafion: No mitigation measures are required.
XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS.
Would the project:
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 constmction 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
No Impact
16
Less Than
Signitcant
Potentially with Less Than
IssnC$: Signincant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact incorporated impact
has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected
demand in addition to the provider's existing
commitments?
f) Be served by a landtill with sufficient permitted capacity ^ ^ ^
to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal
needs?
g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and ^ ^ ^
regulations related to solid waste?
Comments•
a) The project site is located within an urban area that is served by all necessary utilities and service systems.
No exceedance of wastewater requirements of the Regional Water Quality Control Board would result from
the proposed project.
b) See XVLa. No construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or the expansion of existing
facilities would be necessary.
c) No construction of new storm drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities would be necessary.
d) The project site is within the potable water service area of the Sweetwater Authority. Pursuant to
information provided by the Sweetwater Authority, the project is serviced by an existing 1 inch existing
potable water main. No new or expanded entitlements are anticipated for the proposed project.
e) See XVLa. and b.
f) The City of Chula Vista is served by regional landfills with adequate capacity to meet the solid waste needs
of the region in accordance with State law.
g) The proposal would comply with federal, state and local regulations related to solid waste.
Miti atg ;on: No mitigation measures are required.
XVII. THRESHOLDS
WiU the proposal adversely impact the City's
Threshold Standards?
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
),SSU¢S: Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
A) Libmrv ^ ^ ^
The City shall construct 60,000 gross square feet (GSF)
of additional library space, over the June 3Q 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 city-wide 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" wgent 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 ^ ^ ^
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 (measwed annually).
D) Traffc ^ ^
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 occw during
the peak two hows 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 how.
Intersections of arterials with freeway ramps are exempted
from thts Standard.
E) Parks and Recreation Areas ^ ^ ^
The Threshold Standard for Parks and Recreation is 3 acres
No Impact
~~
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially with Less Than
1;SS71CS: Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
of neighborhood and community parkland with appropriate
facilities/I,000 population east ofI-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 Engneering 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 ^ ^ ^
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 offset program the City of Chula
Vista has in effect at the time of building permit issuance.
No Impact
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Issues:
Comments•
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mittgation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
No Impact
a) The project is not a housing development; therefore, no impacts to library facilities would result. No adverse
impact to the City's Library Threshold standards would occw as a result of the proposed project.
b) According to the Police Department, adequate police protection services can continue to be provided upon
completion of the proposed project. The proposed expansion project would not have a significant effect upon or
result in a need for substantial new or altered police protection services. No adverse impact to the City's Police
Threshold standards would occw as a result of the proposed project.
c) According to the Fire Department, adequate fire protection and emergency medical services can continue to be
provided to [he site. The proposed project would not have a significant effect upon or result in a need for new or
altered fire protection services. No adverse impact to the City's Fire and Emergency Medical Threshold standards
would occw as a result of the proposed project.
d) According to the Traffic Engineering Section, with the addition of projected generated traffic, all roadway
segments and intersections within the study area are estimated to continue to operate at level of service "C"
or better in compliance with the City's Traffic Threshold Standazds.
e) Because the project site is located west of Interstate 805, this Threshold Standard is not applicable.
f) A drainage study will be prepared in conjunction with the final grading and improvement plans and drainage
facilities designed in accordance with the Drainage Master Plan(s) and City Engineering standards will be
installed at the time of site development. The applicant proposes new and improved drainage facilities
incorporated within the project site. No adverse impacts to the City's storm drainage system or City's Drainage
Threshold standards will occw as result of the proposed project.
g) The sewer facilities serving the project site consist of a 10-inch sewer line running westerly along Main Street and
an 12-inch sewer line running southerly along Third Avenue prior to reaching Beyer Way on the west side of the
project site. The Engineering Department has determined that these facilities are adequate to serve the proposed
project. No new sewer facilities are anticipated to be required and no adverse impacts to the City's Sewer
'T'hreshold standards will occw as a result of the proposed project.
h) Pwsuant to information received from the Sweetwater Authority, on June 23, 2004, there is an 8-inch water main
located on the south side of Main Street, and there is currently an existing 1-inch domestic water service currently
line serving the project site. Project impacts to the Authority's storage, treatment, and transmission facilities
would be less than significant.
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Less Than
Significant
Po[endally with Less Than
ISSUes: Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
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?
("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 project, and the effects of
probable future projects.)
c) Does the project have environmental effects, which ^ ^ ^
will cause substantial adverse effects on human
beings, either directly or indirectly?
Comments:
a) The project site is currently developed and is located within an established wbanized area,. There are no
known sensitive plant or animal species or cultwal resources on the site.
h) As described in the Mitigated Negative Declaration, no significant direct project impacts would result from
implementation the project. No cumulatively considerable impacts associated with the project when viewed
in connection with the effects of past projects, other current projects and probable futwe projects have been
identified and none are contemplated.
c) See the "Hazards and Hazardous Materials" discussion in Section E of the Mitigated Negative Declaration..
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XIX. PROJECT REVISIONS OR MITIGATION MEASURES:
Project mitigation measures are contained in Section F, Mitigation Necessary to Avoid Significant
Impacts, and Table 1, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, of Mitigated Negative
Declaration IS-00-50.
XX. AGREEMENT TO IMPLEMENT MITIGATION MEASURES
By signing the line(s) provided below, the Applicant and/or Operator 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 below prior to posting of this Mitigated Negative Declaration with the County Clerk shall
indicate the Applicant and/or Operator's desire that the Project be held in abeyance without approval
and that the Applicant and/or Operator shall apply for an Environmental Impact Report.
Printed Name and Title of Applicant
(or authorized representative)
Signature of Applicant
(or authorized representative)
Printed Name and Title of Operator
(if different from Applicant)
Signature of Operator
(if different from Applicant)
Date
Date
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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 ^Transportation/Traffic ^ Public Services
^ Population and Housing ^ Biological Resources ^ Utilities and Service Systems
^ Geophysical ^ Energy and Mineral ^ Aesthetics
Resources
^ Agricultural Resources
^ Hydrology/Water ^ Hazards and Hazardous ^ Cultural Resources
Materials
® Air Quality ^ Noise ^ Recreation
^ Paleontological ^ Mandatory Findings of Significance
Resources
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XXII. DETERMINATION:
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
1 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 ]east 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 determination.
Marilyn R.F. Ponseggi Date
Environmental Review Coordinator
City of Chula Vista
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