HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-07-09 - AGENDA REPORTS - FIRST READING OF AN ORD TO CREATE THE JOBS CREATIO (2)Agenda Item: 13
DATE: July 9, 2019
SUBJECT: FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE THE JOBS
CREATION OVERLAY ZONE (MASTER CASE NO. 19-002)
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: David Peterson
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Conduct the Public Hearing.
2. Introduce and pass to second reading an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING MASTER CASE NO. 19-002,
CONSISTING OF ZONE CHANGE 19-001, UNIFIED DEVELOMENT CODE
AMENDMENT 19-001, AND SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 19-002, FOR THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE JOBS CREATION OVERLAY ZONE."
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) General Plan (General Plan) includes goals and objectives
regarding the creation of a strong local economy. Among these is the goal to approve projects
that allow for the creation of two jobs for every new housing unit (2:1 Jobs/Housing Balance)
approved since 2011. This will result in a more balanced jobs/housing ratio of 1.5 jobs for every
housing unit within the City overall, and reduce the estimated 53 percent of City residents that
commute outside of the Santa Clarita Valley for employment.
The purpose of the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ) is to incentivize qualifying office and
industrial development projects that maximize employment opportunities and attract businesses
within the City's key sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ addresses goals
identified in the General Plan by making the City more attractive to corporate headquarters and
businesses within the key sectors of the film/television, biomedical, technology, and aerospace
industries. The proposed JCOZ would offer streamlined permitting and design incentives for
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qualifying projects within eight targeted business park areas of the City. All other aspects of
project review for qualifying projects within the JCOZ would remain the same. The current
proposal only includes the creation of the JCOZ itself and does not include any new
development.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Incentives and Project Review
In many zones throughout the City, any proposed structure that exceeds 35 feet in height requires
a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). All CUPs require a Public Hearing before the Planning
Commission. However, there are other existing zones, Overlay Zones, and Specific Plan areas
within the City that currently allow building heights between 50 and 90 feet without a CUP.
The intent of the proposed JCOZ is to maximize the creation of high -quality employment
opportunities. The permitting process would be streamlined in the proposed JCOZ areas to allow
for new office buildings up to five stories and industrial buildings up to 55 feet in height without
a CUP. As with other new commercial buildings throughout the City, an additional 10 feet for
enhanced architectural features could be approved for the purpose of screening rooftop
equipment.
The proposed ordinance allows, under specific conditions, the Director of Community
Development the discretion to consider reduction in on -site parking requirements and/or the
expedited review of sign permits, Wireless Communications Facilities, and parking structures
for qualifying projects within the proposed JCOZ.
Streamlined permitting and other incentives would only apply to office projects that are between
three and five stories, and to industrial buildings that are between 35 and 55 feet in height. The
JCOZ would not apply to hotel, hospital, retail, or vertical mixed -use projects.
All design standards for the underlying zones would remain the same. All projects would be
subject to the review and approval of the Director of Community Development. The California
Environmental Quality Act would still apply to qualifying projects on a case -by -case basis. The
JCOZ would not increase allowable building densities and is consistent with the City's traffic
model.
Notification
Upon approval of a qualifying project, property owners adjacent to the subject property would
receive a public notice of the decision. Simultaneously, a memorandum would be sent to the City
Council and to the Planning Commission. Decisions of the Director of Community Development
could be appealed to the Planning Commission and, ultimately, the City Council.
Locations
In order to preserve the existing urban context, minimize impacts on residential zones, and
provide for efficient goods movement, the proposed JCOZ areas were selected based on the
following criteria:
• Located in zones that contemplate the most intensive job creation potential;
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Located in areas where building height currently exists or is appropriate in the future;
Located in areas with minimized proximity and visual impacts to residential uses; and
Located in areas with access to major arterial roadways and/or freeways.
Exhibits A and B show the eight JCOZ areas: Valencia Town Center, Valencia Industrial Center,
Tourney Road, Rye Canyon/Southern California Innovation Park (formerly Mann Biomedical
Park), Saugus Speedway, Centre Pointe, Needham Ranch, and Upper Sierra Highway.
The proposed JCOZ would apply to all eight areas. Of these, one includes a Development
Agreement for the Center at Needham Ranch (formerly Gate King Business Park) and one
includes the Development Agreement for the Southern California Innovation Park (formerly
Lockheed Rye Canyon Business Park). The proposed JCOZ would also apply to the entire
Creative District (CD) zone within the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan (ONSP). The CD zone
of the ONSP is within the proposed Needham Ranch area and contemplates film studios,
animation studios, and other technology -related uses. The proposed JCOZ would not impact or
change the character of the Main Street area within the ONSP.
Exhibits C and D, the redline versions of the proposed amendments to the Unified Development
Code and the ONSP, are attached.
Planning Commission Action
At their meeting on May 21, 2019, the Planning Commission conducted a Public Hearing and
unanimously adopted Resolution P19-04, recommending the City Council adopt the Negative
Declaration and approve the JCOZ. Within their motion was a recommendation to extend the
appeal period for a qualifying project from 15 days to 21 days. Letters of support were received
from the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation, Santa Clarita Valley
Chamber of Commerce, and Valley Industry Association. Although not included in the Planning
Commission's motion, these organizations encouraged the City to consider increasing the
maximum height threshold for qualifying office buildings from five to six stories. In addition, 10
letters of support from individuals were received for the project (attached as Exhibit E).
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other actions as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact anticipated as a result of staffs recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
Public Notice
Ordinance
Exhibit A: Map of All JCOZ Areas
Exhibit B: Map of Individual JCOZ Areas
Exhibit C: Unified Development Code Amendments Redline
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Exhibit D: Old Town Newhall Specific Plan Amendments Redline
Exhibit E: Letters of Support
May 21, 2019 Planning Commission Agenda Item (Available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
Negative Declaration and Initial Study (Available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
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PROJECT TITLE: Jobs Creation Overlay Zone
APPLICATION: Master Case No. 19-002
Zone Change 19-001, Unified Development Code Amendment 19-001, Specific Plan
Amendment 19-002, Initial Study 19-001
PROJECT APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarita
PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City is requesting the creation of a new overlay zone within the City of Santa Clarita
called the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). The project would assist the City in achieving a goal of providing two jobs
per every new housing unit constructed. The JCOZ would provide incentives for qualifying office projects (up to 5-stories)
and industrial projects (up to 55 feet) within its area via a streamlined permitting process. The project would amend Title
17 of the Unified Development Code and Chapter 4 within the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan. The proposed ordinance
world allow this type of development and permitting for properties within the JCOZ that are subject to pre-existing
development agreements including the Lockheed Rye Canyon Business Park (Southern California Innovation Park) and
Gate King Business Park (The Center at Needham Ranch).
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: On May 21, 2019 the Planning Commission voted 4-0 (one Commissioner was
absent) to recommend that the City Council certify the Negative Declaration prepared for the project and approve the
proposed project. Included in the Planning Commission's motion was a request to extend the proposed appeal period for
decisions of the Community Development regarding qualifying JCOZ projects from 15 days to 21 days.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: A draft Negative Declaration has been prepared for this proposed project. The Negative
Declaration was subject to a public review period, during which the City of Santa Clarita Community Development
Department could receive comments, beginning at 12:00 p.m. on April 30, 2019, and ending at 12:00 p.m. on May 21,
2019. During the public review period, a copy of the draft Negative Declaration and all supporting documents was located
at the City Clerk's Office located in the City Hall Building at 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120, Santa Clarita, CA
91355. A copy of the draft Negative Declaration (without all supporting documents) was posted at the Santa Clarita
Library, Valencia Branch during the public review period noted above.
The City of Santa Clarita City Council will conduct a public hearing on this matter on the following date:
DATE: Tuesday, July 9, 2019
TIME: At or after 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION: City Hall, Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd., First Floor
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
If you wish to challenge the action taken on this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or
someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of
Santa Clarita at, or prior to, the public hearing.
For further information regarding this proposal, you may contact the project planner at the City of Santa Clarita, Permit
Center, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 140, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Telephone: (661) 255-4330. Website: www.santa-
clarita.com/planning. Send written correspondence to: 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 302, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Project
Planner: David Peterson, Associate Planner. dpeterson@santa-clarita.com.
Mary Cusick, City Clerk
Published: The Signal, June 19, 2019
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ORDINANCE NO. 19-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING MASTER
CASE NO. 19-002, CONSISTING OF ZONE CHANGE 19-001, UNIFIED DEVELOMENT
CODE AMENDMENT 19-001, AND SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 19-002, FOR THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE JOBS CREATION OVERLAY ZONE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DOES
HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. FINDINGS OF FACT. The City Council does hereby make the following
findings of fact:
A. The City of Santa Clarita (City) periodically prepares updates to the Unified
Development Code (UDC);
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B. The City periodically prepares updates to the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan ov
(ONSP);
C. The City periodically prepares zone changes for the creation of overlay zones;
D. The City's General Plan (General Plan) identifies various goals, objectives, and
policies to enhance the creation of employment opportunities throughout the City;
E. The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies a goal of creating two new
jobs for each housing unit for projects approved since 2011;
F. The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies a goal of creating 1.5 jobs
for each housing unit within the City overall;
G. The Economic Development Element of the General Plan indicates that 53
percent of Santa Clarita residents commute outside of the City to their places of employment;
H. The proposed project, Master Case No. 19-002, would create a new overlay zone
within the UDC called the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). The purpose of the JCOZ is to
incentivize qualifying office and industrial development projects that maximize employment
opportunities and attract businesses within the City's key sectors, including the film and
television, biomedical, aerospace, and technology industries;
L The JCOZ would be located within eight specific areas of the City and include the
following underlying zones: Regional Commercial (CR), Business Park (BP), Community
Commercial (CC), Mixed -Use Corridor (MX-C), Specific Plan (SP), and Public Institution (PI);
J. The JCOZ would affect properties that are subject to pre-existing Development
Agreements, including the Lockheed Rye Canyon Business Park (Southern California Innovation
Park) and Gate King Business Park (The Center at Needham Ranch);
K. On May 21, 2019, a duly noticed Public Hearing was held before the City of
Santa Clarita Planning Commission at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, 23920
Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita;
L. At this Public Hearing, the Planning Commission considered the staff report, staff
presentation, applicant presentation, and public testimony, and recommended by a vote of 4-0
(with one absence) that the City Council adopt Master Case No. 19-002; and
M. At this Public Hearing, as part of the Planning Commission's motion, the
Planning Commission recommended extending the appeal period for decisions by the Director of
Community Development (Director) for qualifying JCOZ projects from 15 days to 21 days.
SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FINDINGS. Based
upon the foregoing facts and findings, the City Council hereby finds as follows:
A. An Initial Study and a Negative Declaration for this project have been prepared in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
B. The Initial Study has been circulated for review and comments by affected o
governmental agencies and the public, and all comments received, if any, have been considered. a
The Negative Declaration was posted and advertised on April 30, 2019, in accordance with N
CEQA. The public review period was open from April 30, 2019, through May 21, 2019;
C. There is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect on
the environment. The Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment of the City of
Santa Clarita;
D. The location of the documents and other material which constitutes the record of
proceedings upon which the decision of the City Council is based is the Master Case No. 19-002
project file within the Community Development Department and is in the custody of the
Director; and
E. The City Council, based upon the findings set forth above, hereby finds that the
Negative Declaration for this project has been prepared in compliance with CEQA.
SECTION 3. AMENDMENTS. Unified Development Code Section 17.38.015 (Jobs
Creation Overlay Zone) is added to read as follows:
Section 17.38.015 — Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ)
A. Purpose: The purpose of the JCOZ is to support the General Plan objective of
promoting the creation of strong regional and local economies via the implementation of
strategic land use planning policies. Specifically, the JCOZ will: 1) attract and promote the
creation of high quality jobs within the City's four targeted industries which include aerospace,
biomedical, entertainment, technology, and other industries at the discretion of the Director;
2) enhance the City's overall jobs/housing balance; and 3) provide greater employment
opportunities throughout the entire City.
B. Applicability: The JCOZ applies only to the construction of office and industrial
buildings within the defined overlay zone areas. Office projects must have a minimum height of
three -stories and industrial projects must have a minimum height of greater than 35 feet. All
other building types that are not office or industrial buildings, including, but not limited to,
hotels, hospitals, residential buildings, and vertical mixed -use buildings, are not applicable under
the JCOZ.
C. Design Standards: The following standards shall apply to any development under
the JCOZ in addition to the requirements of the underlying zone.
1. Height.
a. Office Buildings. Construction of office buildings between three and five
stories in height shall be permitted without obtaining a Conditional Use
Permit and be subject to Development Review.
b. Industrial Buildings. Construction of industrial buildings between 35 feet 1
inch and 55 feet in height shall be permitted without obtaining a Conditional
Use Permit and be subject to Development Review.
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c. Additional Height. Office and industrial buildings exceeding the maximum
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thresholds defined by this section shall require the approval of a Conditional
Use Permit. At the discretion of the Director, architectural treatments may
exceed the maximum height thresholds defined by this section without a
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Conditional Use Permit provided that: 1) the addition does not exceed 10 feet
in height; 2) the allowance would be compatible with the architectural design;
and 3) the allowance would provide additional architectural articulation and/or
screening of rooftop equipment that could not otherwise be achieved within
the height thresholds defined by this section.
d. The total height of the structure shall be measured from the lowest point of the
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structure to the highest point of the structure. Loading docks that extend
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below the grade of the finished floor shall not be counted as the lowest point.
2. Incentives. At the discretion of the Director, any or all of the following incentives
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may be applied to applicable projects within the JCOZ:
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a. A maximum reduction of required on -site parking of 20 percent;
b. Issuance of a Sign Review permit at no fee;
c. Development Review of on -site structured parking, provided the structured
parking does not exceed the height of the proposed office or industrial
building associated with the structured parking; and
d. Stealth -mounted Wireless Communications Facilities mounted on an office or
industrial building would require a Minor Use Permit. This level of review
applies to Wireless Communications Facilities proposed as part of any formal
submittal for a qualifying office or industrial building project or at any time
after such a formal submittal has been received and/or approved by the City.
Stealth -mounted Wireless Communications Facilities must be incorporated
into the overall building architecture and be completely concealed from public
view.
3. Architecture. As part of the formal submittal, the applicant shall provide full
three-dimensional architectural renderings for the proposed office or industrial
building project.
a. Architecture shall be in conformance with the Community Character and
Design Guidelines.
b. 360 degree architectural treatments shall be included.
c. All renderings shall be in color.
d. Renderings shall demonstrate the building from northern, southern, eastern,
and western, elevations plus other elevations deemed necessary by the
Director.
e. Renderings shall demonstrate the proposed office or industrial building with
associated landscaping at the time of building completion, and at maturity 10
years after the time of building completion.
D. Notification. A public notice shall be provided in compliance with this section.
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a. Action Information.
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i. The date action was taken by the Director; 3
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iii. A statement that any interested person or authorized agent may file an
appeal of the Director's decision to the Planning Commission; and
iv. The phone number, street address, and website of the City, where an
interested person can call or visit to obtain additional information. r_
b. Project Information.
i. The name of the applicant;
ii. The application number(s);
iii. A general description of the project and location of the subject property;
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iv. A statement that the review authority considered the project's
environmental document, if applicable.
2. Distribution. Notice shall be provided as follows:
a. Mailing. Notice shall be delivered on the day action is taken on the project to
the following:
i. Owner(s) and Applicant. The owner(s) of the subject property, the
Applicant, and the applicant's agent, if one has been provided;
ii. Surrounding properties. Unless otherwise indicated in this code, all
owners of property located adjacent to, and directly across the street from,
the exterior boundaries of the subject property, as shown on the County of
Los Angeles' last equalized assessment roll, shall be noticed. If the project
site is located within a multiple tenant commercial or industrial center, all
tenants or property owner, if different, within the center shall also be
mailed the notice.
iii. Persons requesting a notice. A person who has filed a written request for
notice with the Director within one year prior to the action.
3. Additional Notification Requirements.
a. A written notice shall be transmitted to the City Council and Planning
Commission.
b. Additional requirements as determined by the Director.
4. Failure to Receive Notice. The failure of any person or entity to receive notice
provided in compliance with this section, or with the State Government Code,
shall not invalidate the actions of the review authority.
5. Appeals. If a written request for an appeal to the Planning Commission is received
prior to the close of business on the 2 1 " day after the notice is dated, a Public
Hearing with the Planning Commission shall be scheduled. Appeals shall be
conducted consistent with Section 17.07.040 of this code. If the request for a
Public Hearing is rescinded prior to the noticing of the Public Hearing, no Public
Hearing will be required.
E. Permitted Uses. Permitted land uses shall be in accordance with the underlying
zone for the parcel, as defined by this code. Height, and other design requirements, shall be in
accordance with 17.38.015.C. N
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SECTION 4. AMENDMENTS. Amendments to Chapter 4 of the ONSP are made to
include the following:
Section 4.2.010.13 — Zones Established
5. The Creative District (CD) zone is applied to properties along Pine Street
southerly of Newhall Avenue that offer significant potential for a mixture of creative
businesses and business incubation, in addition to current light industry. This zone
benefits from Newhall Avenue access and its adjacency to the future industrial area to the
east. Allowable architectural types emphasize office and/or shop buildings, which may be
served by enclosed yards for outdoor activity. Streetscapes are of urban character, planted
primarily to soften the appearance of industrial structures, activities, and traffic. The
entire CD zone is located within the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone. Projects that qualify
for the JCOZ shall comply with Unified Development Code Section 17.038.015.
Section 4.2.070 — Creative District (CD)
A. Intent. The CD zone is applied to properties along Pine Street southerly of
Newhall Avenue that offer significant potential for a mixture of creative businesses and
business incubation, in addition to current light industry. Typical uses include those
commonly found in the Business Park zone. As buildings are designed for their industrial
or commercial function, defined ONSP building and architectural types do not (or may
not) apply. Unless expressly stated otherwise in the ONSP, provisions in the City's
Community Character and Design Guidelines shall guide industrial/commercial
development in the CD zone. The entire CD zone is located within the Jobs Creation
Overlay Zone. Projects that qualify for the JCOZ shall comply with Unified
Development Code Section 17.038.015. This zone benefits from Newhall Avenue access
and its adjacency to the future industrial area to the east. Streetscapes are of urban
character, planted primarily to soften the appearance of industrial structures, activities,
and traffic. Parking is accommodated onsite in well landscaped parking lots that are
screened from adjacent streets.
C3. Parking Requirements
Residential: 2 spaces per unit plus 1/2 space guest parking per unit.
Live/Work: 2 spaces / unit plus required commercial/non-residential parking
Non -Residential: see Unified Development Code.
Qualifying Jobs Creation Overlay Zone Projects: see Unified Development Code Section
17.038.015.
D. Building Profile and Type
1. Building Height
(a) Maximum height: 3 5'
(b) Where an entire block is to be developed, the maximum height of the
development/structures shall not exceed 55', permitted by right, not including
architectural features.
(c) Qualifying Jobs Creation Overlay Zone projects see Unified Development Code
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Frontage Types (See Section 4.3.020 for definitions and design standards)
None required.
SECTION 5. GENERAL FINDINGS FOR MASTER CASE NO. 19-002. Based on the
foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, the City Council hereby finds as
follows:
A. That the proposal is consistent with the General Plan;
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the following
objectives and policies:
1. Policy LU 1.1.5 -Increase infill development and re -use of under-utilized sites
within and adjacent to developed urban areas:
The JCOZ would encourage infill and redevelopment within existing urbanized areas.
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades, and incentives would
apply to construction of qualified projects on existing improved properties within
urbanized areas.
2. Obiective LU 4.1 - Promote the creation of strong reizional economies:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize qualifying
projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use. Projects contemplated
by the JCOZ are consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate headquarter
buildings and would meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office and industrial
market.
3. Objective LU 4.2 - Promote job creation, focusingon n employmentgenerators in
the technical and professional sectors:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction, including the film and television, biomedical,
aerospace, and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are
consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate headquarter buildings and would
meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office and industrial market.
4. Policy LU 4.2.2 - Achieve a balanced ratio of jobs to housing with a goal of at
least 1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout the City
by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business attraction. Because
the JCOZ does not provide incentives for residential projects or commercial land use
that generate employment less intensively, the JCOZ would maximize the City's
ability to improve its ratio of jobs to housing. However, all future qualifying projects
would comply with density requirements of the underlying zone.
5. Objective LU 4.3 - Enhance older commercial and industrial areas: o
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include N
commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The incentives c
provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of qualified projects on T
existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
B. The proposal is allowed within the applicable underlying zone and complies with
all other applicable provisions of the UDC;
The JCOZ would create incentives to enhance high -quality employment opportunities
throughout the City. The JCOZ would be located in the City's most intensive commercial
zone, including Regional Commercial (CR), Business Park (BP), Community
Commercial (CC), Mixed -Use Corridor (MX-C), and the Creative District (CD) within
the Specific Plan zone (SP) of the ONSP. Future qualifying projects within the JCOZ
would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and underlying zone, including
requirements for maximum floor area ratio (FAR).
C. The proposal will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to
the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare, or be materially
detrimental or injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity
and zone in which the property is located; and
The creation of the JCOZ includes no new development. As a result, it will not endanger,
jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest,
safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements,
persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Future
qualifying projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ
and underlying zone in which they are located, and be subject to CEQA on a project -by -
project basis.
D. The proposal is physically suitable for the site. The factors related to the
proposal's physical suitability for the site shall include, but are not limited to, the
following:
1. The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics are suitable for
the proposed use;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and
underlying zone in which they are located, and would be subject to CEQA on a
project -by -project basis. The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based
on criteria that would incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing
urbanized context and minimize visual impacts from surrounding land uses.
2. The highways or streets that provide access to the site are of sufficient width and
are improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such proposal
would generate;
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The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying 0
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and
underlying zone in which they are located, and would be subject to CEQA on a N
project -by -project basis. Future qualifying projects would be subject to maximum o
FAR requirements of the underlying zone. The location of proposed areas within the T
JCOZ were based on criteria that would incentivize projects that are consistent with
the existing urbanized context. Each area has access to local freeways and major
arterial roadways for purposes of efficient access and goods movement.
3. Public protection services (e.g., Fire protection, Sheriff protection, etc.) are
readily available; and
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and
underlying zone in which they are located, and be subject to CEQA on a project -by -
project basis.
4. The provision of utilities (e.g., potable water, schools, solid waste collection and
disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.) is
adequate to serve the site. All areas within the JCOZ are currently equipped with
utilities or access to utilities.
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to all requirements of the JCOZ and
underlying zone in which they are located, and would be subject to CEQA on a
project -by -project basis.
SECTION 6. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR UDC AMEMNDMENT 19-001. Based
on the foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, the City Council hereby finds as
follows:
A. The amendment is consistent with the adjacent area(s), if applicable;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying projects
within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and requirements of
the underlying zone in which they are located, and would be subject to CEQA review on
a project -by -project basis.
The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on criteria that would
incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing urbanized context and minimize
visual impacts from surrounding land uses. Specifically, JCOZ areas would be in
commercial locations that minimize proximity to residential uses and are separated from
residential uses by existing topography, distance, landscaping or other natural features,
and/or grade separation.
B. The amendment is consistent with the principles of the General Plan;
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the following
objectives and policies: o
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1. Policv LU 1.1.5 -Increase infill development and re -use of under-utilized sites
within and adjacent to developed urban areas:
The JCOZ would encourage infill and redevelopment within existing urbanized areas.
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades, and incentives would
apply to construction of qualified projects on existing improved properties within
urbanized areas.
2. Objective LU 4.1 - Promote the creation of strong regional economies:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize qualifying
projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use. Projects contemplated
by the JCOZ are consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate headquarter
buildings and would meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office and industrial
market.
3. Objective LU 4.2 - Promote job creation, focusing on employment generators in
the technical and professional sectors:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction, including the film and television, biomedical,
aerospace, and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are
consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate headquarter buildings and would
meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office and industrial market.
4. Policy LU 4.2.2 - Achieve a balanced ratio of jobs to housing with a goal of at
least 1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout the City
by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business attraction. Because
the JCOZ does not provide incentives for residential projects or commercial land use
that generate employment less intensively, the JCOZ would maximize the City's
ability to improve its ratio of jobs to housing. However, all future qualifying projects
would comply with density requirements of the underlying zone.
5. Objective LU 4.3 - Enhance older commercial and industrial areas:
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The incentives
provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of qualified projects on
existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
C. That approval of the amendment will be in the interest of public health,
convenience, safety, and the general welfare, and will be in conformity with good zoning
practices;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development and, as such, does not conflict with N
the public health, convenience, safety, and the general welfare of the public. Because 0
future qualifying development would be subject to the requirements of the underlying
zone and require CEQA review on a project -by -project basis, the JCOZ is in conformity N
with good zoning practices. .o
D. The amendment is consistent with other applicable provisions of this code; and
The JCOZ is consistent with all applicable provisions of the General Plan as indicated in
response Section 4B. The JCOZ proposes no new development. However, future
qualifying projects under the JCOZ would be consistent with applicable provisions of the
UDC, as they would be subject to the requirements of the underlying zone.
E. That it Is necessary to implement the General Plan and/or that the public
convenience, the general welfare or good zoning practices justifies such an action.
The JCOZ would create incentives within its area to enhance high -quality employment
opportunities throughout the City. This would enhance the City's ability to comply with
the General Plan goal of two new jobs for every new housing unit built since 2011, and
1.5 new jobs for every unit within the City overall. It would also serve to reduce the
number of residents commuting out of the City for employment.
SECTION 7. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT
19-002. Based on the foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, the City Council
hereby finds as follows:
A. That the proposal is consistent with the General Plan;
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the following
objectives and policies:
1. Policy LU 1.1.5 -Increase infill development and re -use of under-utilized sites
within and adjacent to developed urban areas:
The JCOZ would encourage infill and redevelopment within existing urbanized areas.
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades, and incentives would
apply to construction of qualified projects on existing improved properties within
urbanized areas.
2. Objective LU 4.1 - Promote the creation of strong regional economies:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize qualifying
projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use. Projects contemplated
by the JCOZ are consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate headquarter
buildings and would meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office and industrial
market.
3. Objective LU 4.2 - Promote job creation, focusing on n employment generators in N
the technical and professional sectors: ov
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction, including the film and television, biomedical, N
aerospace, and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are o
consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate headquarter buildings and would T
meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office and industrial market.
4. Policv LU 4.2.2 - Achieve a balanced ratio of iobs to housing with a szoal of at
least 1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout the City
by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business attraction. Because
the JCOZ does not provide incentives for residential projects or commercial land use
that generate employment less intensively, the JCOZ would maximize the City's
ability to improve its ratio of jobs to housing. However, all future qualifying projects
would comply with density requirements of the underlying zone.
5. Objective LU 4.3 - Enhance older commercial and industrial areas:
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The incentives
provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of qualified projects on
existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
B. The proposal is allowed within the applicable underlying zone and complies with
all other applicable provisions of the UDC;
The JCOZ would create incentives to enhance high -quality employment opportunities
throughout the City. The JCOZ would be located in the City's most intensive commercial
zones including Regional Commercial (CR), Business Park (BP), Community
Commercial (CC), Mixed -Use Corridor (MX-C), and the Creative District (CD) within
the Specific Plan zone (SP) of the ONSP. Future qualifying projects within the JCOZ
would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and underlying zone, including
requirements for maximum FAR.
C. The proposal will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to
the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare, or be materially
detrimental or injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity
and zone in which the property is located; and
The creation of the JCOZ includes no new development. As a result, it will not endanger,
jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest,
safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements,
persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Future
qualifying projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ
and underlying zone in which they are located. Future qualifying projects would be
subject to CEQA on a project -by -project basis.
D. The proposal is physically suitable for the site. The factors related to the
proposal's physical suitability for the site shall include, but are not limited to, the
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1. The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics are suitable for
the proposed use;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and
underlying zone in which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project -by -
project basis. The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on criteria
that would incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing urbanized context
and minimize visual impacts from surrounding land uses.
2. The highways or streets that provide access to the site are of sufficient width and
are improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such proposal
would generate;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. Future qualifying projects within
the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and underlying zone in
which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project -by -project basis. Future
qualifying projects would be subject to maximum FAR requirements of the
underlying zone. The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on
criteria that would incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing urbanized
context. Each area has access to local freeways and major arterial road ways for
purposes of efficient access and goods movement.
3. Public protection services (e.g., Fire protection, Sheriff protection, etc.) are
readily available; and
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the JCOZ and requirements of the
underlying zone in which they are located. Future qualifying projects would also be
subject to CEQA on a project -by -project basis.
4. The provision of utilities (e.g., potable water, schools, solid waste collection and
disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc) is
adequate to serve the site. All areas within the JCOZ are currently equipped with
utilities or access to utilities.
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to all requirements of the underlying zone
in which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project -by -project basis.
SECTION 8. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR ZONE CHANGE 19-001. Based on the
foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, the City Council finds as follows:
A. That the modified conditions warranted a revision in the zoning map as it pertains
to the area(s) under consideration;
The JCOZ would apply to eight areas within the City and would assist in achieving goals
and policies identified in the General Plan. In order to preserve the existing urban N
context, minimize impacts on residential zones, and provide for efficient goods
movement, areas within the JCOZ were selected by applying five distinct criteria.
Although JCOZ areas would be subject to requirements of the underlying zone, it would r-
amend these requirements with new incentives for qualifying projects. These incentives •°
are not applicable to projects that do not qualify, nor are they applicable to projects
outside of the JCOZ. As such, the creation of an overlay zone is warranted.
B. That a need for a proposed zone classification exists within such area(s); and
The JCOZ would apply to eight areas within the City and would assist in achieving goals
and policies identified in the General Plan. In order to preserve the existing urban
context, minimize impacts on residential zones, and provide for efficient goods
movement, areas for the JCOZ were selected by applying five distinct criteria. Although
JCOZ areas would be subject to requirements of the underlying zone, it would amend
these requirements with new incentives for qualifying projects. These incentives are not
applicable to projects that do not qualify, nor are they applicable to projects outside of the
JCOZ. As such, the need for a proposed overlay zone within such areas is warranted.
C. That the particular properties under consideration are a proper location for said
zone classification within such area:
1. That the placement of the proposed zone at such locations will be in the interest of
public health, safety and general welfare, and in conformity with good zoning
practice; and
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development and, as such, does not conflict
with the public health, convenience, safety, and the general welfare of the public.
Because future qualifying development would be subject to the requirements of the
underlying zone and require CEQA review on a project -by -project basis, the JCOZ is
in conformity with good zoning practices.
2. That the proposed zone change is consistent with the adopted General Plan for
the areas unless a General Plan amendment is filed concurrently and approved with
said zone change.
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the
following objectives and policies:
Policy LU 1.1.5 - Increase infill development and re -use of under-utilized
sites within and adjacent to developed urban areas:
The JCOZ would encourage infill and redevelopment within existing urbanized
areas. The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties
to their highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ
include commercial development that has been in existence for decades and
incentives would apply to construction of qualified projects on existing improved
properties within urbanized areas.
b. Objective LU 4.1 - Promote the creation of strong regional economies: N
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment with the City's key 0
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sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize qualifying
projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use. Projects c„
contemplated by the JCOZ are consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate c
headquarter buildings and would meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office .T
and industrial market.
C. Objective LU 4.2 - Promote iob creation. focusing on emplovment
generators in the technical and professional sectors:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction including the film and television, biomedical,
aerospace, and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are
consistent with the scale and footprint of corporate headquarter buildings and
would meet the facilities' needs of an evolving office and industrial market.
d. Policv LU 4.2.2 - Achieve a balanced ratio of iobs to housing with a szoal
of at least 1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout the
City by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business attraction.
Because the JCOZ does not provide incentives for residential projects or
commercial land use that generate employment less intensively, the JCOZ would
maximize the City's ability to improve its ratio of jobs to housing. However, all
future qualifying projects would comply with density requirements of the
underlying zone.
e. Objective LU 4.3 - Enhance older commercial and industrial areas:
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The incentives
provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of qualified projects on
existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
SECTION 9. LOCKHEED RYE CANYON BUSINESS PARK (Ord. 96-22) AND
GATE KING BUSINESS PARK (Ord. 03-10) DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS.
A. Notwithstanding the provisions of these Development Agreements, properties
subject to these agreements may be developed consistent with the provisions of this Ordinance,
provided that they are otherwise consistent with the terms of the governing Development
Agreements. Any such development shall not require a further amendment of such Development
Agreements.
SECTION 10. If any portion of this ordinance is held to be invalid, that portion shall be
stricken and severed, and the remaining portions shall be unaffected and remain in full force and
effect.
SECTION 11. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect 30 days from its passage
and adoption.
SECTION 12. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this ordinance and shall
cause the same to be published as required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of August, 2019.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
DATE:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )
I, Mary Cusick, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the
foregoing Ordinance 19- was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a
regular meeting of the City Council on the 91' day of July 2019. That thereafter, said Ordinance
was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 271' day of August
2019, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL,MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL,MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL,MEMBERS:
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AND I FURTHER CERTIFY that the foregoing is the original of Ordinance No. 19-
and was published in The Signal newspaper in accordance with State Law (G.C. 40806).
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EXHIBIT D: DRAFT OLD TOWN NEWHALL SPECIFIC PLAN
AMENDMENTS REDLINE
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4.2.010.13 — Zones Established
5. The CD zone is applied to properties along Pine Street southerly of Newhall Avenue that N
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offer significant potential for a mixture of creative businesses and business incubation, in
addition to current light industry. This zone benefits from Newhall Avenue access and its
adjacency to the future industrial area to the east. Allowable architectural types
emphasize office and/or shop buildings, which may be served by enclosed yards for
outdoor activity. Streetscapes are of urban character, planted primarily to soften the Ch
appearance of industrial structures, activities, and traffic. 0)
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4.2.070 — Creative District (CD)
A. Intent
The CD zone is applied to properties along Pine Street southerly of Newhall Avenue that
offer significant potential for a mixture of creative businesses and business incubation, in
addition to current light industry. Typical uses include those commonly found in the
Business Park zone. As buildings are designed for their industrial or commercial
function, defined ONSP building and architectural types do not (or may not) apply.
Unless expressly stated otherwise in the ONSP, provisions in the City's Community
Character and Design Guidelines shall guide industrial/commercial development in the
CD zone. T ��a__a�,�utire_CD zone is llo(d ted within th l_��1�^�_Cr d�tio _��ya_ 14 ����ua 1-,, i �_�'s.
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7.038o015— This zone benefits from Newhall Avenue access and its adjacency to the
future industrial area to the east. Streetscapes are of urban character, planted primarily to
soften the appearance of industrial structures, activities, and traffic. Parking is
accommodated onsite in well landscaped parking lots that are screened from adjacent
streets.
C3. Parking Requirements
Residential: 2 spaces per unit plus 1/2 space guest parking per unit.
Live/Work: 2 spaces / unit plus required commercial/non-residential parking
Non -Residential: see Unified Development Code.
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D. Building Profile and Type
1. Building Height
(a) Maximum height: 35'
(b) Where an entire block is to be developed, the maximum height of the
development/structures shall not exceed 55', permitted by right, not including
architectural features.
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VALLEY INDUSTRY ASSOCIAMN OF SANTA CLARITA
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Mayor McLean and members of the City Coo ncH; and
Chair Berlin and members of the Planning ornmNsporn
City of Santa CVarata
23920 Valencia BoWevard
Santa CQaritag CA 91355
Subject: Proposed Job Creation Overpay Zone
(Dear Mayor McLean and members of the City Couuuncli and Chair Berlin and mernbars of the Nanning
CcummiWo nn
The VaHey prndustry Association its proud to subrrdt a letter of support for the changes In regards ta tha
,Job Creation Overpay Zone. After careful irevlew and avapouaflo n„ we beHeva the ,sob Creation Oveday
Zone is a big step forward In providing buildings that are more bon Hne with what unn d iron Ibusprnassas
require and job creation opportaurn9tp s for our community,
'The proposed project will also provide substantial redevelopment opportunides and pncaontpvas -for Iland
owners in the near future and can be a huge asset for the City of Santa Clarltam
Thank you for continuously making Santa Clarlta a business.-frleandly city and proWding more
opportunities -for high quality jobs to be located (here.
(Kathy N r`
CEOAPresidr,Wrnt
Valley Industry Association
28005 N. Smyth Dr, l ,Suite 122 p Valencia, CA 91355 1 "rep. 661.294„8088
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Mayor McLean and members of the City Council; and
Chair Berlin and members of the Planning Commission
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Subject: Proposed Job Creation Overlay Zone
Dear Mayor McLean and members of the City Council and Chair Berlin and members of the Planning
Commission:
The City of Santa Clarita continues to be one of the most business friendly cities in California. The
development of the Job Creation Overlay Zone will even further that deserved reputation. In our efforts
to attract and retain corporate headquarters, we consistently see requirements for Class A office space
in the 5-7 story height range. In working with potential film /entertainment businesses and advanced
manufacturing businesses we are seeing requirements of up to 80 feet in height. We believe the heights
proposed in the JCOZ will allow consistency and confidence for business owners, and directly result In
more high -quality jobs In Santa Clarita.
We have previously provided information to staff about the trend for increased, height. During our
recent Economic Outlook conference, our expert in real estate specifically identified the need for
increased height as a notable change in the market. The City needs to make this change to remain
competitive. In fact, the trend continues such that I believe the City should consider increasing the
allowable number of stories for office buildings to six and establish an equivalent height for industrial
buildings.
The Job Creation Overlay Zone is aimed to target areas that are already business park In nature, with
existing buildings of similar heights. Implementing these specific locations hopes to increase job
opportunities and avoid conflict with residential neighborhoods.
Thank you for supporting the businesses within the Santa Clarita Valley and allowing more streamlined
development processes. Providing these opportunities will continue to make Santa Clarita one of the
most business -friendly cities in California and we proudly support this proposal.
Sincerely,
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ChamberofCarnmerce
May 13, 2019
Mayor McLean and members of the City Council; and
Chair Berlin and members of the Planning Commission
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, California 91355
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Dear Mayor McLean, members of the City Council, Chair Berlin and members of the Planning
Commission:
On behalf of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, we are pleased to
support the Job Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). As our business community continues to grow with new
business attraction and local expansions, it Is vital for the City of Santa Clarita to provide appropriate
development opportunities that meet current and future needs of business.
The City continues to be ranked as one of the most business -friendly cities in California and the Job
Creation Overlay Zone will further that reputation and help open the doors for more businesses to
locate here with high -quality jobs
As noted at the 2019 SCV Economic Outlook event in March, economic and real estate experts
expressed the need for increased building height as a notable change in market demand. The JCOZ will
help create a level of confidence for business owners when looking to locate in Santa Clarita which
makes us a more competitive destination for businesses to locate.
The SCV Chamber Board of Directors further discussed, and supports, the need for the City to seriously
consider Increasing the allowable number of stories for office buildings to six stories and establish an
equivalent height for industrial buildings as well. Now is the time to ensure our planning efforts help
create more high -quality jobs in the City of Santa Clarita.
Thank you for your continued support of our thriving business community and allowing for a more
streamlined development processes. Providing these opportunities will continue to make Santa Clarita
one of the most business -friendly cities in the state of California and we are proud to support this
proposal.
Sincerely,
�o A' .,
John Musella
Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce
28494 Westinghouse Place, Suite 114 1 Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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Pear Members of the .Santa Clarpta Planning Commission,
V am writing to urge your support of the ,fob Creation Overlay Zone which is on your agenda this
evening, The City's Planning staff has done extensive outreach to the community on this proposal and l
am convinced it is necessary for Santa Clarita to continue to attract new businesses and retain our
existing businesses,
This Overpay Zone W1 assist in the creation of new quality and well (paid jobs. "rhls wwlil assist us bon
continuing ourjobs/housing balance, While -the proposal before you is a good one, p would strongly
urge the Commission -to increase -the proposed height -ffrom S stories to 6 stories, "rhls will not increase
impacts to the community and will provide an even greater incentive, i am aware that the SCV Chamber
and the SCVEDC support this increase and hope that you will agree uwith'themn 'tonight.
Thank you for your consideration of my point of view,
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you at, your meeting tonight, rl,J,JC City of Santa Clarita inust remain corripetifive in. the
attractioin of new businesses and them retention ofour local, growing businesses. 'I'lie
JCOZ will help create, through good planning, the ability to increase the number of high -
quality and high -paying jobs ill Santa ('Iarita� War miistworl��rliar �dtc)creiteast��,on.ger
jobs/housing balanc e in Santa CIarita and provide our loca]j residents with more
opportimitie-s to work in thity .c Cthey call home, This devc1opment will thoughtibily
expandjobs available both, in the constniction phase but also long term in the operations
that take resi(irence there.
I also hope that the Commission will haave. a thoughtful conversation about increasing thrr
rya cornmefided Iteiglit of the buildings fioni the proposed 5 stories to 6 stories. Tlw mwor
increase in height allows for somc very specific indusby needs to be wrest for clear story
require,ments and is vital to growing thiese suslainable industryjobs here locally,, Both the
SC V Chw-nber and S( WEDCsupport increasing to 6 stories on office buildings and an
appropriate height for industrial buildings as well,
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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CEO
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Immediate Past Chair - Tlie SCV Clmnber of'(..ommerc,,e
Sincerely,
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Dear Commissioners:
I am writing in support of the Job Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ) which will be
before you at your meeting tonight. The City of Santa Clarita must remain
competitive in the attraction of new businesses and the retention of our local,
growing businesses. The JCOZ will help create, through good planning, the ability
to increase the number of high -quality and high -paying jobs in Santa Clarita. We
must work hard to create a stronger jobs/housing balance in Santa Clarita and
provide our local residents with more opportunities to work in the City they call
home.
I also hope that the Commission will have a thoughtful conversation about
increasing the recommended height of the buildings from the proposed 5 stories to
6 stories. Both the SCV Chamber and SCVEDC support increasing to 6 stories on
office buildings and an appropriate height for industrial buildings as well.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Liz Seelman
Liz Seelman
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626-349-0080
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Date: May 21, 2019 at 3:12:32 PM PDT
To: Jason Crawford <`m::rawfi)rdJd) sir nta-cJarga corn>
Subject: JCOZ
Dear Commissioners:
I am writing in support of the Job Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ) which will be before you at your
meeting tonight. The City of Santa Clarita must remain competitive in the attraction of new
businesses and the retention of our local, growing businesses. The JCOZ will help create,
through good planning, the ability to increase the number of high -quality and high -paying jobs
in Santa Clarita. We must work hard to create a stronger jobs/housing balance in Santa Clarita
and provide our local residents with more opportunities to work in the City they call home.
I also hope that the Commission will have a thoughtful conversation about increasing the
recommended height of the buildings from the proposed 5 stories to 6 stories. Both the SCV
Chamber and SCVEDC support increasing to 6 stories on office buildings and an appropriate
height for industrial buildings as well.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
2 019 CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, SCV Chamber of Commerce
2 019 Chair of Government Affairs, Soutland Regional Association of Realtors
2 017 P R E S I D E N T- Southland Regional Association of Realtors
CAR Director, NAR Director, BIZFed Director
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Dear Commissioners:
I ani writing in support of thekb Creation Oveolay Zone (X,'0Z) which will be before
you at your ITIucetingl' tonjg[it. The City of'Santa Claiiia must rernain competitive in the
ath."action. of tiew busiriesses and the retention ofour local, growing businesses, The
XOZ will help create, through good planning, the ability t() tli.c nurinber of high -
quality and high-paying,jobs in Santa CI'Ial-fta, We must work hard to create a stronger
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opportunities to woit in thin City 11-jey call. honke,
I also hope, that, the Commission, will have an thoa up htffil conveirsation about increasing the
recommended lu: ' ight ol the: buildings frona the proposed 5 stories, to 6 stories, Both the
S("V' (",'harnber and SCVl!,,'DC suppoirt, i na,reasnlllug to 6 stories on office buildings and an
appropriate Ircight for industrial buildings as well..
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I am writing In support of the Job Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ) which will be before you at your meeting
tonight. The City of Santa Clarita must remain competitive In the attraction of new businesses and the retention
of our local, growing businesses. The JCOZ will help create, through good planning, the ability to increase the
number of high -quality and high -paying Jobs In Santa Clarita. We must work hard to create a stronger
Jobs/housing balance in Santa Clarita and provide our local residents with more opportunities to work in the City
they call home.
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Jason Crawford
Planning and Economic Development Manager
City of Santa Clarita
61-255-47
From: Jill Mellady [ma !Ito:]III @melladydirect.comj
Sent: Tuesday, May 21, 2019 3:31 PM
To: Jason Crawford <JCRAWFORD@santa-clarita.com>
Subject: Job Creation Overlay Support
Dear Commissioners:
I am writing in support of the Job Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ) which will be before you at your meeting
tonight.' The City of Santa Clarita must remain competitive in the attraction of new businesses and the retention
of our local, growing businesses. The JCOZ will help create, through good planning, the ability to increase the
number of high -quality and high -paying jobs in Santa Clarita. We must work hard to create a stronger
Jobs/housing balance In Santa Clarita and provide our local residents with more opportunities to work in the City
they call home.
I also hope that the Commission will have a thoughtful conversation about increasing the recommended height
of the buildings from the proposed 5 stories to 6 stories. Both the SCV Chamber and SCVEDC support Increasing
to 6 stories on office buildings and an appropriate height for industrial buildings as well.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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Jason Crawford
Planning and Economic Development Manager
City of Santa Clarita
661-255-4347
From: President Ravi S. Rajan [mailto:president@calarts.eduj
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To: Jason Crawford <JCRAWFORD@santa-clarita.com>
Cc: Jesse Smith <jsmith@calarts.edu>; Chebon Marshall <cmarshall@calarts.edu>
Subject: SCV Planning Commission tonight
Dear Commissioners:
On behalf of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, I am writing in support of the Job Creation
Overlay Zone (JCOZ) which will be before you at your meeting tonight. The City of Santa Clarita must remain
competitive in the attraction of new businesses and the retention of our local, growing businesses. The JCOZ
will help create, through good planning, the ability to increase the number of high -quality and high -paying jobs
in Santa Clarita. We must work hard to create a stronger jobs/housing balance in Santa Clarita and provide our
local residents with more opportunities to work in the City they call home.
I also hope that the Commission will have a thoughtful conversation about increasing the recommended height
of the buildings from the proposed 5 stories to 6 stories. Both the SCV Chamber and SCVEDC support
increasing to 6 stories on office buildings and an appropriate height for industrial buildings as well.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Ravi Raj an
President
California Institute of the Arts
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meeting t rnpght, "rhe City of Sarnia Oadta must remain coiiiipefitive in the attracdon of new
businesses and the r tamnfio n of our pocap, grow6ng businesses, The JCOZ will p i.) create,
through good ppanni ng, the albpppty to increase the number r of high -quaky and Nghn payping lobs
pun Santa Oaiilta, We nnu.ust work har to create a stroin er jobs/houspng baiance in Santa Cladta
and provide our p cap residents wfth more opportunities to work in the City they caps home,
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recommended height of the buuppdpni s from the proposed 5 stories to 6 stories. Both the SCE✓
Chamber and SCVEDC support increasing to 6 stories on office Ibuuppft s and an appropriate
height for hnuustirW Ibauppft s as w0l.
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA REPORT
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PLANNING MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: May 21, 2019
SUBJECT: JOBS CREATION OVERLAY ZONE
APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarfita
LOCATION: Citywide
CASE PLANNER: David Peterson
Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive comments, and approve resolution P 19-
04, recommending the City Council approve Master Case No. 19-002, including Zone Change
(ZQ 19-00 1, Unified Development Code (UDQ Amendment 19-00 1, and Specific Plan
Amendment (SPA) 19-002, amending the UDC and Old Town Newhall Specific Plan (ONSP),
for the implementation of the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone.
The request includes a zone change and amendments to the City of Santa Clarita UDC and
ONSP to create an overlay zone called the JCOZ. The JCOZ would allow for srtreamlined
development opportunities within specific, targeted areas of the City to achieve goals outlined in
the General Plan.
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The creation of two jobs for each new housin unit built within the Citv of Santa Clarita
LCLity): Included in the Land Use Element of the General Plan, the focus of this goal is to
attract high quality job opportunities within the City's key sectors for business attraction
including: Film/television; biomedical, aerospace and technology. This goal is related
specifically to projects approved after the adoption of the General Plan in 2011.
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2. The creation of 1.5 jobs for each new housing unit within the City: Also included in the
Land Use Element of the General Plan, this goal is similar to item 1, above, but considers
the total number of housing units within the City since incorporation, including
annexations.
1 The reduction of residents that commiite outside of the Ci fo t: The
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Economic Development Element of the General Plan indicates that approximately 53%
of residents commute outside of the Santa Clarita Valley (SCV) for employment.
Land use policies that allow for more efficient use of buildable area will enhance the City's
ability to meet these goals. This can be accomplished by encouraging commercial development
to build to the highest and best use of the property, without exceeding allowable density. This
I esults in commercial projects that have a greater capacity for creating employment. This concept
I s called capacity growth.
1. Assisting in the creation of two jobs for each new housing unit built within the City for
new projects;
2. Assisting in the creation of 1.5 jobs for each housing unit currently within the City;
3. Increasing the City's ability to attract high quality employers, including those within the
key sectors for business attraction;
4. Increasing the City's ability to attract corporate headquarters;
5. Reducing the number of residents commuting outside of the SCV for employment; and
6. Providing the potential for commercial structures that meet the needs of an evolving
office and industrial market.
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The request includes a zone change and amendments to the City of Santa Clarita UDC and
ONSP to create an overlay zone called the JCOZ. The JCOZ would allow for enhanced
development opportunities within specific, targeted areas of the City to achieve goals outlined in
the Genem.6Wy,--yw'i�-i*t--U f&II
be similarly affected. These development agreements include those covering the Center at
Needham Ranch (formerly Gate King Business Park) and the Southern California Innovation
Park (formerly Lockheed Rye Canyon Business Park and often referred to as the Mann
Biomedical Park). The proposed project also includes a zone change amending the City's zoning
map for creation of the JCOZ. The proposal to create the JCOZ includes no new development.
-TTe-7C',O'jZ-Wou1a implement strategies to enhance capacity growth within targeted areas=
community to achieve the benefits outlined in the Background section, above. In addition, for
qualifying office and industrial projects, the JCOZ would:
1. Streamline the current permit process for qualifying projects without impacting the
allowable density currently permitted within the underlying zones;
2. Allow for additional building height without a conditional use permit
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into eight locationsbelow).
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provide1 goods o • . proposed JCOZ areas are based on the following"
Located in zones with the t focus on employment: JCOZ areas would be primaril,
located Regional Commercial r and Business r. BP) zones. The CR and
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zonesrepresent 1' 1 and contemplate the most
the City. Generally these zones contemplate a mixture of office and industrial uses in a
business park or campusdefines. zonesas follows:
Regional 1 .i designation f`I to promote
development 1 points for commercial, entertainment, cultural, and
businessservinguses. public and drawingfrom a market. encompassing
the entire Santa Clarita Valley.
i (BP): This designation provides 1r mixed employment districts
areas accessible 1 transportation and visibleo.` ,major`
and is inten
a high quality of design and construction.
Some portions. JCOZ would` located. Community Commercial
zones.Mixed Use - Corridor (MXC) 1 generally .. a mixture of uses
including
office and industrial uses in conjunction with larger retail uses that serve the
community.entire Ddefinesthese zones as follows:
Community1 designation is intended 1 be located along
arterial streets or at the intersections of majorcorridors.
Mixed Corridor zone is intended for mixed use development,
which is encouraged 1 specified commercial corridors
of underutilized parcels or aging buildings is desired,i 1 the applicable
requirements of the code.
One area within the JCOZ would encompass the entire Creative District within ths
ONSP. The ONSP defineszone as follows:
CreativeDistrict (CD): The CD zone is applied to properties along ..,
southerly., offer significant potential for . mixture 1
creative businesses business incubation,addition 1 1 current light industry.
Typical. those commonly found in the Business Park zone.
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One property one area of # `d Public Institution
occupied by the City's Transit Maintenance Facility.
2. Located in areas where existing building height is comparable with the heights
contemplated by the JCOZ and/or where future comparable building height is
appropriate.
3. Located in areas with minimized proximity to residential zones and uses.
4. Located in areas with physical/visual buffers to residential zones and uses: These types of
buffers include separation by existing topography, distance, landscaping or other natural
features, and/or grade separation.
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center of the City of Santa Clarita, this area contains the greatest
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• Existing Building Heights: The area contains three to six -story office buildings, a six
story hotel, and a five -story parking structure. An additional hotel is entitled for five
stories, but has not been built. The area also contains several multi -story residential
buildings. # also located in this area, with a general
maximum height of approximately
Description:2. Valencia Industrial Center:
area encompasses business and industrial park areas
Center.Valencia Industrial The .a is generally # , `f south of , Ranch
SouthernRoad and Rye Canyon Road, west of San Francisquito Creek, east of the Interstate-5
freeway, and north of the Santa Clara River. The area is in two parts, bisected by a
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• Zoning: Business Park (BP)
• Existing Building Heights: One to two-story industrial and office buildings are typical
in this area. The northwestern portion of this area contains four to five -story office
buildings and two existing hotels of three and four stories. One five story hotel has
been entitled but not built.
3, Tourney Road:
Description: This area encompasses the majority of the commercial uses fronting on
Tourney Road between Magic Mountain Parkway and Valencia Boulevard. The area
excludes the Valencia Country Club and golf course.
• Zoning: Business Park ()
• Existing Building Heights: The area contains two to four-story office buildings and a
six -story parking structure.
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• Zoning: Mixed Use - Corridor (MXC)
• Existing Building Heights: No significant structures are currently present in this area.
Upper Sierra Highway:
• Description: This area encompasses the commercial and industrial uses fronting
Sierra Highway between Scherzinger Lane to the south and the boundary of the City
and the County of Los Angeles to the north. The College of the Canyons campus is
excluded from this area and exempt from local ordinances for all educational uses
related to the college.
• Existing Building Heights: One and two story office and industrial buildings are
typical of this area.
• Zoning: Community Commercial (CC)
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location is included as Exhibit B. A detailed discussion of each of the proposed areas and the]
current urban context• aesthetics section and appendices of ` initial stud
Exhibitprepared for the project. The complete initial study and associated appendices are included a
To encourage development Inner consistent with the GeneralPlan,
certain incentivesapply i 1 qualifying projects. # qualify for a identified a
JCOZ, proposed projects must:
Be within one of the eight JCOZ areas and be one of the following project types:
• A constructionproject # an office building between
• A construction project for an industrial building between 36 and 55 feet.
seeks
The JCOZ I projects I provide high quality jobs.Because ## creation
office building projects is directly related to the number of stories within the building, the height
threshold for office buildings is measured in stories.
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attraction.clear height of 35 feet is typically needed for businesses within the key sectors for business
# !, of 55 feet wouldaddress • and allowfor #mezzani
space and exterior architectural elements. Loading docks that are below grade would not count
against an industrial• overall
Proposed projects for the construction of other use types including, but not limited to, retail,
hotels, residential uses, hospitals, and mixed uses buildings, would not qualify for incentives
under the JCOZ. Non -qualifying projects would continue to be subject to the requirements of the
underlying zone. Similarly, proposed construction for an office or industrial building of 35 feet
or less would not qualify for incentives of the JCOZ, but would continue to be subject to the
continue to be subject to maximum_ requirementsof e zone as Density,
below).
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Qualifying office and industrial projects would be subject to a development review (DR), instead
of a CUP. Whereas a CUP is subject to a public hearing before the Planning Commission, a DR
is subject to the approval of the Director of Community Development and does not require a
public hearing before the Planning Commission.
Proposed office building projects within the JCOZ that exceed five stories in height would
require I CUP and be subject to approval by ` Planning Commission.I building
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The architectural featuref. not exceed 10 feet in height;
` allowance would be compatible with the architecturaland
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rooftop equipment that could not otherwise be achieved within the height thresholds
of
Because JCOZ areas are subject to the requirements of the underlying zone, entitlement
requirements identified within UDC Sections 17.41 through 17.49 (Use Classifications and
Parking Standards) remain in effect. As a result, whereas the JCOZ removes the requirement for
a CUP due to height for qualified office and industrial projects, the proposed use or uses within
the i ould still trigger + CUP or # i, fentitlement,+ f ects
wouldwithin the JCOZ be subjectf review under the California EnvironmentalQuality
f f IT .+ i` ►` +i� f i
CommunityJCOZ would be subject to the following incentives, at the discretion of the Director of
Development:
Maximum 20% reduction of required on -site parking: A reduced parking requirement
would allow projects to expand their footprint, and enhance employment generation.
Under the current UDC, a parking reduction up to 20% is subject to the approval of a
minor use permit (MUP). An MUP can be approved by the Director of Community
Development and currently carriesi fee of $i i Projects within the JCOZ wouldf
require an MUP for a parking reduction up to 20%.
Sign Review permits for enhanced signage i sued + #' fee: Section 17.51.080
UDC provides sign regulationsfor i of permissible we within the City.
reviewed and approved over-the-counter by planningProposed
exceedsthat parameters subject#' the additional reviof
reviewSign permits+ approved by f of o Development
currently carry a fee of $987. Projects within the JCOZ would be subject to sign review
permits, but the permit would be offered at no fee. The incentive does not include the
processing of
Development review of structured parking: Parking structures associated with a project in
the JCOZ would not be i to + CUP fors i exceed the height of
proposed office or industrial building project they are associated with.
Stealth -mounted
communication to be incorporated into the architecture of buildings
throughout the City. This serves to reduce proposals of the more obtrusive monopole
WCF structures. Currently, any WCF proposed to be mounted above 35-feet would
require + CUP. Projects within the JCOZ wouldrequire + MUP for. A
projects.
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Tfi—MiTy—requires all projects to submit color elevations as well as a color ancl materials 6oarcl as
part of any formal submittal for new construction. For qualifying projects within the JCOZ, all
formal submittals must also include full three-dimensional renderings of the project as viewed
from all directions and any other vantage points deemed appropriate by the Director of
Community Development.
Upon approval by the Director of Community Development of a qualifying project within the
JCOZ, a notice of action would be sent to all owners of property adjacent to the subject property.
In addition, members of the Planning Commission and City Council would receive a
memorandum, including the notice of action. Any written request for appeal to the Planning
Commission received within 15 days of the notice date will trigger the requirement for the
project to be subject to the Planning Commission for consideration and approval. Any
subsequent appeal of the project to the City Council would follow the City's current appeal
Proposed amendments to the UDC are included as Exhibit D and Exhibit E. The amendments
include the creation of Section 17.38.015 - Jobs Creation Overlay Zone. New proposed language
would:
• Establish design standards for qualifying office and industrial building projects with the
JCOZ;
• Establish incentives for qualifying office and industrial building projects within the
JCOZ;
• Establish submittal requirements for architectural design review for qualifying office and
industrial building projects within the JCOZ; and
• Establish public notification protocols for qualifying office and industrial building
projects within the JCOZ.
TT_T4,1n—fo-r Ine application of aesign requirements ana incentives Tor quaillying projects WiTnin
the Creative District. Proposed amendments are included as Exhibits F and G, and are
summarized below:
• 4.2.010.13 -Zones Established: Includes the JCOZ in the description of the Creative
District zone.
Creative District, Intent: Includes the JCOZ in the description of the intent of
the Creative District zone.
Creative DistrictparkiRp�quirements: Establishes parking incentives
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consistent with the JCOZ for qualifying projects in the Creative District.
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4.2.070.D. I - Building Height: Adds subsection I (c), establishing height incentives
consistent with the JCOZ for qualifying projects in the Creative District.
4.2.070.D.3 - Frontage Types: As a general code cleanup unrelated to the JCOZ, this
amendment would remove a previous typographical error regarding frontage types.
Zone Change
The proposed project includes the creation of the JCOZ, an overlay zone divided into eight
specific areas throughout the City. Although the underlying zoning within these areas would still
apply, the creation of the JCOZ requires an amendment to the City's current zoning map. Any
amendment to the zoning map requires a zone change.
General Plan Consistency
The JCOZ would enhance infill development and redevelopment of commercial areas and
business parks in Santa Clarita by providing incentives that would attract employers within key
sectors of business attraction. JCOZ areas are proposed within most communities across the Cit
and in commercial areas and business parks that range from those currently under construction
those that have been established and operating for decades. As a result, the JCOZ has the
potential to positively impact employment creation throughout the entire City and in areas that
may currently be under-utilized. The JCOZ is consistent with the following policies and
objectives of the General Plan: I
Poliev LU 1.1.5 - Increase infill develonment and re -use of under-utilized sites within
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technical and professional sectors.
• Policy LU 422 - Achieve a balanced rptio (,)Ijobs to hollsim" Avid"I �zll gp�ll of pck�,.W 1 �5
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With the exception of the specific incentives proposed within the project, all future qualifying
office and industrial projects would be subject to the requirements of their specific underlying
zone, including maximum density requirements. As a result, the JCOZ is consistent with current
zoning and the UDC.
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generallyThe UDC requires any proposed structure over 35 feet in heighto receive , CUP. As
indicated previously,` ntly allows up to ten feet of additional ! . 1
specifictreatments under r 1 the discretion of the Director of Comm
Location
Maxei Without a CUP
..
Mixed Use Zone
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50 Feet
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Mixed Use Overlay Zone
55 Feet
olea Canyon Road Corridor Plan
55 Feet
Old Town Newhall Specific Plan
55 Feet
Lyons Corridor Plan
55 Feet
Movie Ranch Overlay Zone
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56 Feet
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
85 Feet
Specific
Vista Canyon Ranch Specific Plan
Proposed structures within the areas listed in Table I would be subject to, at minimum, a
Development Review permitr As discussed earlier, . CUP requires . public hearing before
Planningthe 1 1 . DR can be approved by . Director of Community
Development. NA' public `. 1
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consistentThe JCOZ is also use.
Southern.. Planning staff contacted the cities of Burbank,Lancaster,1 Beach,
similarGlendale, Palmdale, Pasadena and Santa Monica and determined that most of these jurisdictions
have place that allow increased height
surveyed, with the exceptionof Palmdale,. t 1 zoning 1 1` or specificplans1
allowof 35 feet without1 . 1le, Long Beach permits industrial
structures p to 65 feetspecificplan areas,permits structures up to 70 feet1
zones,eincludes commercial allowing structures up to 90 feet. Other cities
increasedconnect `,sspecific types, and increased
distance from residential uses.
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Because no development is proposed with the creation of the JCOZ, there would be no direct
impact on aesthetics as a result of its creation. All future projects developed under the JCOZ
would be subject to the review and approval of the Director of Community Development.
Projects within the JCOZ are subject to review under CEQA, including an assessment of
aesthetic impacts, and would be completed on a case -by -case basis. A detailed discussion of each
of the proposed areas and their current urban context is described in the aesthetics section and
appendices of the initial study prepared for the project. The initial study and associated
appendices are included as Exhibit C.
A general indicator of the density of land uses is floor -area -ratio (FAR). Simply, the FAR is a
ratio of the total building square footage to the total square footage of the property it occupies.
For example, a 50,000 square foot office building (either singe story or multiple stories) that i
situated on a five -acre lot (approximately 217,000 square feet) would have an FAR of
approximately .23/ 1. The larger the FAR, the higher the project's density. For example, an F
of .511 would be twice as dense as an FAR
Each property within a commercial and/or industrial zone within the City has a maximum FAR
associated with it. A project cannot exceed the FAR of its underlying zone without action of the
City Council. Table 2, below, demonstrates the maximum FARs for each of the underlying zones
within the proposed JCOZ area. Table 2 also calculates the maximum square footage based on a
five -acre property.
TABLE2:
Maximum Floor Area Ratios (FARs) within Underlying Zones of the JCOZ
Zone
Maximum Floor -Area -Ratio
Max Square Footage on 5 Acres
Commercial
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2.0/1
434,000
-Regional
Business Park
2.0/1
434,000
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Mixed Use - Corridor
1.0/1
217,000
Community Commercial
'0.75/1
162,750
Public Institution
0.511
108,500
Creative District
Defined by Setbacks
Defined by Setbacks
note tnat on -site ciesign requirements a so actuai amount oi sqfua
built on a commercial or industrial property. Whereas a commercial structure on a 5-acre lot in
the CR zone could theoretically build 434,000 square feet, on -site parking requirements,
landscaping and other factors would limit the actual footprint of the building.
The JCOZ would have no impact on the maximum FAR of the underlying zone. Similarly, if a
project within the JCOZ proposed to exceed the maximum FAR of the underlying zone in which
it is located, the project could not be approved by the Director of Community Development.
Exceeding the FAR of an underlying zone would require the approval of the City Council.
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impact on density as a result of its creation. All future qualifying projects developed under the
JCOZ would be subject to the review and approval of the Director of Community Developmew)
and be subject to review under CEQA.
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The City's current tr ' affic model is based on a series of 455 Traffic Analysis Zones (TAZs). Each
TAZ estimates trip generation based, in part, on the existing built environment and the potential
for future development, limited by the FAR of the underlying zone. Because the JCOZ will
comply with the FARs of the underlying zones, the JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan's
current traffic model. However, all future qualifying projects will be subject to review under
CEQA and all environmental analysis would be completed on a case -by -case basis.
Planning staff met with the City's economic development partners and private sector partners
regarding the JCOZ in 2018. More recently, Planning staff presented the JCOZ to the boards of
the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation, Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of
Commerce, and the Valley Industry Association. Each organization voted to support the project,
?.nd provided letters demonstrating their support. These letters are attached as Exhibit H.
An initial study was prepared for the project by Michael Baker, International. The initial stud
concluded that the creation of the JCOZ would result in no significant impacts and that no
mitigation measures are required. Any future development within the JCOZ would be subject
additional CEQA review on a case -by -case basis. I
All noticeing required by law was completed which consisted of a one -eighth page leg
advertisement in The Signal newspaper on April 30, 2019. 1
Other than the letters referenced above, the City has received no comments on this item as of
the date it was published.
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Exhibit A: Map of All JCOZ Areas
Exhibit B: Map of Individual JCOZ Areas
Exhibit C: Initial Study
Exhibit D: Unified Development Code Amendments Redline
Exhibit E: Unified Development Code Amendments
Exhibit F: Old Town Newhall Specific Plan Amendments Redline
Exhibit G: Old Town Newhall Specific Plan Amendments
Exhibit H: Letters of Support
Notice of Public Hearing
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THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. FINDINGS OF FACT. The Planning Commission does hereby make the following
findings of fact:
A. The City of Santa Clarita (City) periodically prepares updates to the Unified
Development Code (UDC);
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C . The City periodically prepares zone changes for the creation of overlay zones;
D. The City's General Plan (General Plan) identifies various goals, objectives and policies to
enhance the creation of employment opportunities throughout the City;
E. The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies a goal of creating two new jobs for
each housing unit for projects approved since 2011;
F. The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies a goal of creating 1.5 jobs for each
housing unit within the City;
G. The Economic Development Element of the General Plan indicates that 53% of those
employed within Santa Clarita commute outside of the City to their place of business;
H. The proposed project, Master Case No. 19-002, would create a new overlay zone within
the UDC called the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). The purpose of the JCOZ is to
incentivize qualifying office and industrial development projects that maximize
employment opportunities and attract businesses within the City's key sectors for
business attraction. These sectors include the film and television, biomedical, aerospace
and technology industries;
I. The JCOZ would be located within eight specific areas of the City and include the
following underlying zones: Regional Commercial (CR), Business Park (BP),
Community Commercial (CC), Mixed -Use Corridor (MX-C), Specific Plan (SP) and
Public Institution (PI);
J. The JCOZ would affect properties that are subject to pre-existing development
agreements including the Lockheed Rye Canyon Business Park (Southern California
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Innovation Park) and Gate King Business Park (The Center at Needham Ranch);
K. On May 21, 2019, a duly noticed public hearing was held before the City of Santa Clarita
Planning Commission at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia
Boulevard, Santa Clarita; and
L. At this public hearing, the Planning Commission considered the staff report, staff
presentation, applicant's presentation, and public testimony.
SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FINDINGS. Based upon the
.............. ...... ....... _ , foregoing facts and findings, the Planning Commission recommends the City Council hereby
find as follows:
A. An Initial Study and a Negative Declaration for this project have been prepared in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
B. The Initial Study has been circulated for review and comment by affected governmental
agencies and the public, and all comments received, if any, have been considered. The
Negative Declaration was posted and advertised on April 30, 2019, in accordance with
CEQA. The public review period was open from April 30, 2019, through May 21, 2019;
C. There is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect on the
environment. The Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment of the City of
Santa Clarita;
D. The location of the documents and other material which constitutes the record of
proceedings upon which the decision of the Planning Commission is the Master Case No.
Master Case No. 19-002 project file within the Community Development Department and
is in the custody of the Director of Community Development; and
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SECTION 3. GENERAL FINDINGS FOR MASTER CASE NO. 19-002. Based on the
foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, the Planning Commission recommends
the City Council hereby find as follows:
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the following
objectives and policies:
1, Policy LU 1. 1.5 - Increase infill development and re -use of under-utilized sites within
and adjacent to developed urban areas:
The JCOZ would encourage infill and redevelopment within existing urbanized areas.
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The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades and incentives would
apply to construction of qualified projects on existing improved properties within
urbanized areas.
2. onal economies:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment with the City's key
sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize qualifying
projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use. Projects contemplated
by the JCOZ are consistent with scale and footprint of corporate headquarter
buildings and would meet the facilities needs of an evolving office and industrial
market.
Obi bpreatioggR_pMpjUMpl!_t enerators in the
technical and professional sectors:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction including the film and television, biomedical, aerospace
and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are consistent with
scale and footprint of corporate headquarter buildings and would meet the facilities
needs of an evolving office and industrial market.
4. Policy LU 4.2.2 - Achieve a balanced iatio of jobs to housing with a goa of at least
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1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout the City
by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business attraction. Because
the JCOZ does not provide incentives for residential projects or commercial land use
that generate employment less intensively, the JCOZ would maximize the City's
ability to improve its ratio of jobs to housing. However, all future qualifying projects
would comply with density requirements of the underlying zone.
5LJ 4.3 .. Enhance older commercial and industrial atvas:
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The incentives
provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of qualified projects on
existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
B. The proposal is allowed within the applicable underlying zone and complies with all
other applicable provisions of the UDC;
The JCOZ would create incentives to enhance high -quality employment opportunities
throughout the City. The JCOZ would be located in the City's most intensive commercial
zones including Regional Commercial (CR), Business Park (BP), Community
Commercial (CC), Mixed -Use Corridor (MX-C), and the Creative District within the
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$pecific Plan zone (SP) of the ONSP. Future qualifying projects within the JCOZ would
be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and underlying zone, including requirements
for maximum density.
C. The proposal will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public
convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or
injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in
which the property is located; and
The creation of the JCOZ includes no new development. As a result it will not endanger,
jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest,
safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements,
persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Future
qualifying projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ
and underlying zone in which they are located. Future qualifying projects would be
subject to CEQA on a project by project basis.
D. The proposal is physically suitable for the site. The factors related to the proposal's
physical suitability for the site shall include, but are not limited to, the following:
The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics are suitable for the
proposed use;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and
underlying zone in which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project by
project basis. The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on criteria
that would incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing urbanized contexi
and minimize visual impacts from surrounding land uses.
2. The highways or streets that provide access to the site are of sufficient width and are
improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such proposal would
generate;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. Future qualifying projects within
the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and underlying zone in
which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project by project basis. Future
qualifying projects would be subject to maximum density requirements of the
underlying zone. The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on
context. Each area has access to local freeways and major arterial road ways for
purposes of efficient access and goods movement.
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Public protection services (e.g., Fire protection, Sheriff protection, etc.) are readily
available; and
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the JCOZ and requirements of the
underlying zone in which they are located. Future qualifying projects would also be
subject to CEQA on a project by project basis.
4. The provision of utilities (e.g., potable water, schools, solid waste collection and
disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.) is
adequate to serve the site. All areas within the JCOZ are currently equipped with
utilities or access to utilities.
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to all requirements of the underlying zone
in which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project by project basis.
SECTION 4. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR UDC AMEMNDMENT 19-001. Based on the
.......... foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, including UDC Amendment 19-001,
the Planning Commission recommends the City Council hereby find as follows:
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying projects
within the JCOZ would be subject to the JCOZ and requirements of the underlying zone
in which they are located and be subject to CEQA review on a project by project basis.
The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on criteria that would
incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing urbanized context and minimize
visual impacts from surrounding land uses. Specifically, JCOZ areas would be in
commercial locations that minimize proximity to residential uses and are separated from
residential uses by existing topography, distance, landscaping or other natural features,
and/or grade separation.
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the following
objectives and policies:
Policy LU 1. 1.5 - Increase infill development and re -use of under-utilized sites within
gnd kdiacent to developed urban areas:
The JCOZ would encourage infill and redevelopment within existing urbanized areas.
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades and incentives would
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apply to construction of qualified projects on existing improved properties within
urbanized areas.
2. Obied'i ve LU 4, 1 - Pron'tote the crealion of sftqnV,!I lmia, I e , couon')Jes:
......................... The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment with the City's key
sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize qualifying
projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use. Projects contemplated
by the JCOZ are consistent with scale and footprint of corporate headquarter
buildings and would meet the facilities needs of an evolving office and industrial
market.
3. the
technical and professional sectors:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction including the film and television, biomedical, aerospace
and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are consistent with
scale and footprint of corporate headquarter buildings and would meet the facilities
needs of an evolving office and industrial market.
4. Policy LU 4.2,2,- AcIiieve a batanced ratio o1jobs to [Iousit "t w a �4oal 01:'at leas.1
1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout the City
by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business attraction. Because
the JCOZ does not provide incentives for residential projects or commercial land use
that generate employment less intensively, the JCOZ would maximize the City's
ability to improve its ratio of jobs to housing. However, all future qualifying projects
would comply with density requirements of the underlying zone.
5. Obiective LU 4.3 - Enhance older commercial and industrial areas:
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The incentives
provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of qualified projects on
existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
C. That approval of the amendment will be in the interest of public health, convenience and
safety, and the general welfare and in conformity with good zoning practices;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development and, as such, does not conflict wi,
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the public health, convenience, safety, and the general welfare of the public. Becau
future qualifying development would be subject to the requirements of the underlyi
zone and require CEQA review on a case -by -case basis, the JCOZ is in conformity wi
good zoning practices.
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D. The amendment is consistent with other applicable provisions of this code; and
The JCOZ is consistent with all applicable provisions of the General Plan as indicated in
response Section 4B. The JCOZ proposes no new development, however future
qualifying projects under the JCOZ would be consistent with applicable provisions of the
UDC as they would be subject to the requirements of the underlying zone.
E. Is necessary to implement the General Plan and/or that the public convenience, the
general welfare or good zoning practices justifies such an action.
The JCOZ would create incentives within its area to enhance high -quality employment
opportunities throughout the City. This would enhance the City's ability to comply with
the General Plan goal of two new jobs for every new housing unit built since 2011, and
1.5 new jobs for every unit within the City. It would also serve to reduce the number of
residents commuting out of the SCV for employment.
SECTION 5. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR SPECIFIC PLAN AMEMNDMENT 19-002.
. .......... . .................. Based on the foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, including UDC
Amendment 19-001, the Planning Commission recommends the City Council hereby find as
follows:
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the following
objectives and policies:
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The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades and incentives would
apply to construction of qualified projects on existing improved properties within
urbanized areas.
2. 0 ective 1-1) J. 1: - Promote (lie crealloll of sti-ot'),Li!-egiq!14L.ecoiioiriies:
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The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment with the City's key
sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize qualifying
projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use. Projects contemplated
by the JCOZ are consistent with scale and footprint of corporate headquarter
buildings and would meet the facilities needs of an evolving office and industrial
market.
3. OtJQqivc LU 4.2 - Prolllo(ejqL�_ realion,, focusingpn yenerators in the
technical and professional sectors.
Resolution P 19-04
Master Case No. 19-.002
May 21, 2019
Page 8 of 13
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's key
sectors for business attraction including the film and television, biomedical, aerospace
and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are consistent with
scale and footprint of corporate headquarter buildings and would meet the facilities
needs of an evolving office and industrial market.
Poli y LLJ_4.2,2 - Achieve y ast _A�oal o1'at le,
1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout the City
by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business attraction. Because
the JCOZ does not provide incentives for residential projects or commercial land use
that generate employment less intensively, the JCOZ would maximize the City's
ability to improve its ratio of jobs to housing. However, all future qualifying projects
would comply with density requirements of the underlying zone.
5. Objective LU 4.3 - Enhance older commercial and industrial areas:
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties to their
highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ include
commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The incentives
provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of qualified projects on
existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
& The proposal is allowed within the applicable underlying zone and complies with all
other applicable provisions of the UDC;
The JCOZ would create incentives to enhance high -quality employment opportunities
throughout the City. The JCOZ would be located in the City's most intensive commercial
zones including Regional Commercial (CR), Business Park (BP), Community
Commercial (CC), Mixed -Use Corridor (MX-C), and the Creative District within the
Specific Plan zone (SP) of the ONSP. Future qualifying projects within the JCOZ would
be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and underlying zone, including requirements
for maximum density.
C. The proposal will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the publi#
convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or
injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in
which the property is located; and
The creation of the JCOZ includes no new development. As a result it will not endanger,
jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest,
safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements,
%erso the vicinitk!) and zone in which the %roL9certIA is located. Future
qualifying projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ
and underlying zone in which they are located. Future qualifying projects would be
subject to CEQA on a project by project basis.
Resolution P19--04
Master Case No. 19-002
May 21, 2019
Page 9 of 13
D, The proposal is physically suitable for the site. The factors related to the proposal
physical suitability for the site shall include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics are suitable for the
proposed use;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and
underlying zone in which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project by
project basis. The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on criteria
that would incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing urbanized context
and minimize visual impacts from surrounding land uses.
2. The highways or streets that provide access to the site are of sufficient width and are
improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such proposal would
generate;
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. Future qualifying projects within
the JCOZ would be subject to the requirements of the JCOZ and underlying zone in
which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project by project basis. Future
qualifying projects would be subject to maximum density requirements of the
underlying zone. The location of proposed areas within the JCOZ were based on
criteria that would incentivize projects that are consistent with the existing urbanized
context. Each area has access to local freeways and major arterial road ways for
purposes of efficient access and goods movement.
3. Public protection services (e.g., Fire protection, Sheriff protection, etc.) are readily
available; and
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to the JCOZ and requirements of the
underlying zone in which they are located. Future qualifying projects would also be
subject to CEQA on a project by project basis.
4. The provision of utilities (e.g., potable water, schools, solid waste collection and
disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.) is
adequate to serve the site. All areas within the JCOZ are currently equipped with
utilities or acr-e—,,,,O "- iW*
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development. However, future qualifying
projects within the JCOZ would be subject to all requirements of the underlying zone
in which they are located and be subject to CEQA on a project by project basis.
Resolution P19-04
Master Case No. 19-002
May 21, 2019
Page 10 of 13
SECT10N 6. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR ZONE CHANGE 19-001. Based on the
foregoing facts and findings for Master Case No. 19-002, including UDC Amendment 19-001,
the Planning Commission hereby recommends that City Council find as follows:
A. That the modified conditions warranted a revision in the zoning map as it pertains to the
area(s) under consideration;
and policies identified in the General Plan. In order to preserve the existing urban
context, minimize impacts on residential zones, and provide for efficient goods
movement, areas within the JCOZ were selected by applying five distinct criteria.
Although JCOZ areas would be subject to requirements of the underlying zone, it would
amend these requirements with new incentives for qualifying projects. These incentives
are not applicable to projects that do not qualify, nor are they applicable to projects
*utside of the JCOZ. As such, the creation of an overlay zone is warranted.
B. That a need for a proposed zone classification exists within such area(s); and
The JCOZ would apply to eight areas within the City and would assist in achieving goals
and policies identified in the General Plan. In order to preserve the existing urban
context, minimize impacts on residential zones, and provide for efficient goods
movement, areas for the JCOZ were selected by applying five distinct criteria. Although
JCOZ areas would be subject to requirements of the underlying zone, it would amend
these requirements with new incentives for qualifying projects. These incentives are not
applicable to projects that do not qualify, nor are they applicable to projects outside of the
JCOZ. As such, the need for a proposed overlay zone within such areas is warranted.
C. That the particular properties under consideration are a proper location for said zo
classification within such area: i
1. That the placement of the proposed zone at such locations will be in the interest of
public health, safety and general welfare, and in conformity with good zoning
practice; and
The proposed JCOZ includes no new development and, as such, does not conflict
with the public health, convenience, safety, and the general welfare of the public.
Because future qualifying development would be subject to the requirements of the
underlying zone and require CEQA review on a case -by -case basis, the JCOZ is in
conformity with good zoning practices.
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Master Case No. 19-002
May 21, 2019
Page 11 of 13
2. That the proposed zone change is consistent with the adopted General Plan for the
areas unless a General Plan amendment is filed concurrently and approved with said
zone change.
The JCOZ is consistent with the General Plan including, but not limited to, the
following objectives and policies:
a. Policy LU 1. 1.5 - Increase infill development and re -use of under-utilized
si(es within and adiaceii[ to d'eveloi)cd urban amas:
The JCOZ would encourage infill and redevelopment within existing
urbanized areas. The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop
commercial properties to their highest and best use. Several of the areas
within the proposed JCOZ include commercial development that has been in
existence for decades and incentives would apply to construction of qualified
projects on existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
b, Obiective LU 4.1 - Proniote the cre,atiotl-of Str(")n I ecollonlies:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment with the City's
key sectors for business attraction. The proposed JCOZ would incentivize
qualifying projects within its area to develop to their highest and best use.
Projects contemplated by the JCOZ are consistent with scale and footprint of
corporate headquarter buildings and would meet the facilities needs of an
evolving office and industrial market.
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in the technical and professional sectors:
The proposed JCOZ would attract high -quality employment within the City's
key sectors for business attraction including the film and television,
biomedical, aerospace and technology industries. Projects contemplated by the
JCOZ are consistent with scale and footprint of corporate headquarter
buildings and would meet the facilities needs of an evolving office and
industrial market.
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least 1.5 jobs per household:
The JCOZ would enhance high -quality employment opportunities throughout
the City by attracting companies within the City's key sectors for business
attraction. Because the JCOZ does not provide incentivesifor residential
projects or commercial land use that generate employment less intensively,
the JCOZ would maximize the City's ability to improve its ratio of jobs to
housing. However, all future qualifying projects would comply with density
requirements of the underlying zone.
e. Objective LU 4.3 - Enhance older commercial and industrial areas:
The proposed JCOZ provides incentives to develop commercial properties t*
Resolution P19-04
Master Case No. 19 -002
May 21, 2019
Page 12 of 13
their highest and best use. Several of the areas within the proposed JCOZ
include commercial development that has been in existence for decades. The
incentives provided would apply to construction and redevelopment of
qualified projects on existing improved properties within urbanized areas.
'iECTION 7. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of
City of Santa Clarita, California, as follows:
Adopt Resolution P19-04 recommending the City Council adopt the Negative
Declaration and approve Master Case No. 19-002, including Unified Development Code
Amendment 19-001, amending UDC Section 17.38 (Overlay Zones), Specific Plan
Amendment 19-002, amending ONSP Section 4.2.010 (Regulating Plan and Zones) and
4.2.070 (Creative District), and Zone Change 19-001, to allow for the creation of the Jobs
Creation Overlay Zone.
Resolution P19 04
Master Case No. 19-002
May 21, 2019
Page 13 of 13
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 21 st day of May, 2019,
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NEGATIVE DECIARAT[ON
[X] Proposed Final
MASTER CASE NO: Masterbase No. _19-002 . ....
PERMIT/PROJECT Jobs Creation Overlay Zone
Zone Change 19-00 1, Unified Development Code Amendment 19-00 1, Specific
Plan Amendment 19-002, Initial Study 19-001
APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarita, Community Development Department
23920 Valencia Blvd, Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
LOCATION OF THE
PROJECT: Citywide
DESCRIPTION OF
THE PROJECT: The City is requesting the creation of a new overlay zone within the City of Santa
Clarita called the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). The project would assist the
City in achieving a goal of providing two jobs per every new housing unit constructed.
The JCOZ would provide incentives for qualifying Office projects (up to 5-stories) and
industrial projects (up to 55 feet) within its area via a streamlined permitting process.
The project would amend Chapter 17 of the Unified Development Code and Chapter
4 within the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan. The proposed ordinance would allow
this type of development and permitting for properties within the JCOZ that are subject
to pre-existing development agreements including the Lockheed Rye Canyon
Business Park (Southern California Innovation Park) and Gate King Business Park
(The Center at Needham Ranch).
'Based onthe'information contained in -- the —Initial Study -,prepared for -this —protect, ,-,and -"pursuant to —oth'e"re 'quirem—ents-o-f-
Section 15070 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City of Santa Clarita
[X] City Council [ ] Planning Commission [ ] Director of Planning and Building Services
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A. Purpose: The purpose of the JCOZ is to support the General Plan objective of promoting the
creation of strong regional and local economies via the implementation of strategic land use
planning policies. Specifically, the JCOZ will: 1) attract and promote the creation of high
quality jobs within the City's four targeted industries which include aerospace, biomedical,
entertainment, technology and other industries at the discretion of the Director; 2) enhance
the City's overall j obs/housing balance; and 3) provide greater employment opportunities
throughout the entire City.
W Applicability: The JCOZ applies only to the construction of office and industrial buildings
within the defined overlay zone areas. Office projects must have a minimum height of three -
stories and industrial projects must have a minimum height of greater than thirty five feet. All
other building types that are not office or industrial buildings including, but not limited to,
hotels, hospitals, residential buildings and vertical mixed use buildings, are not applicable
under the JCOZ.
C. Design Standards: The following standards shall apply to any development under the JCOZ
in addition to the requirements of the underlying zone.
1. Height.
a. Office Buildings. Construction of office buildings between three and five stories in
height shall be permitted without obtaining a conditional use permit and be subject to
development review.
b. Industrial Buildings. Construction of industrial buildings between thirty five feet one
inch and fifty-five (55) feet in height shall be permitted without obtaining a
conditional use permit and be subject to development review.
c. Additional Height. Office and industrial buildings exceeding the maximum thresholds
defined by this section shall require the approval of a conditional use permit. At the
discretion of the Director, architectural treatments may exceed the maximum height
thresholds defined by this section without a conditional use permit provided that: 1)
the addition does not exceed ten (10) feet in height; 2) the allowance would be
compatible with the architectural design; and 3) the allowance would provide
additional architectural articulation and/or screening of rooftop equipment that could
not otherwise be achieved within the height thresholds defined by this section.
d. The total height of the structure shall be measured from the lowest point of the
structure to the highest point of the structure. Loading docks that extend below the
grade of the finished floor shall not be counted as the lowest point.
2. Incentives. At the discretion of the Director, any or all of the following incentives may be
applied to applicable projects within the JCOZ:
a. A maximum reduction of required on -site parking of 20%.
b. Issuance of a sign review permit at no fee;
c. Development review of on -site structured parking, provided the structured
parking does not exceed the height of the proposed office or industrial building
associated with the structured parking;
d. Stealth mounted wireless communications facilities mounted on an office or
industrial building would require a minor use permit. This level of review applies
to wireless communications facilities proposed as part of any formal submittal for
a qualifying office or industrial building project or at any time after such a formal
submittal has been received and/or approved by the City. Stealth -mounted
wireless communications facilities must be incorporated into the overall building
architecture and be completely concealed from public view.
Architecture. As part of the formal submittal, the applicant shall provide full three-
dimensional architectural renderin s for the propposed office or industrial buildin pmq:iect.
a. Architecture shall be in conformance with the Community Character and Design
Gnir.i,elines.
b. Three -hundred -sixty degree architectural treatments shall be included.
c. All renderings shall be in color.
d. Renderings shall demonstrate the building from northern, southern, eastern, and
western elevations plus other elevations deemed necessary by the Director.
e. Renderings shall demonstrate the proposed office or industrial building with
associated landscaping at the time of building completion, and at maturity ten
years after the time of building completion.
D. Notification. A public notice shall be provided in compliance with this section.
1. Notice Content. The notice shall include the following information:
a. Action Information.
i. The date action by the Director was taken;
ii. A general description of the City's procedure concerning the conduct of
the action;
iii. A statement that any interested person or authorized agent may file an
appeal of the Director's decision to the Planning Commission; and
iv. The phone number, street address, and website of the City, where an
interested person can call or visit to obtain additional information.
b. Project Information.
i. The name of the applicant;
ii. The application number(s);
iii. A general description of the project and location of the subject property;
and
iv. A statement that the review authority considered the project's
environmental document, if applicable.
2. Distribution. Notice shall be provided as follows:
a. Mailing. Notice shall be delivered on the day action is taken on the project to the
following:
i. Owner(s) and Applicant. The owner(s) of the subject property, t]
applicant and the applicant's agent, if one has been provided;
Surrounding properties. Unless otherwise indicated in this code, all
owners of property located adjacent to, and directly across the street from,
the exterior boundaries of the subject property, as shown on the County's
last equalized assessment roll, shall be noticed. If the project site is
located within a multiple tenant commercial or industrial center, all
tenants or property owner, if different, within the center shall also be
mailed the notice.
Persons requesting a notice. A person who has filed a written request for
notice with the Director within one (1) year prior to the action.
3. Additional Notification Requirements.
A. A written notice shall be transmitted to the City Council and
Planning Commission.
B. Additional requirements as determined by the Director.
4. Failure to Receive Notice. The failure of any person or entity to receive notice provided
in compliance with this section, or with the State Government Code, shall not invalidate
the actions of the review authority.
5. Appeals. If a written request for an appeal to the Planning Commission is received prior
to the close of business on the fifteenth day after the notice is dated, a public hearing with
the Planning Commission shall be scheduled. Appeals shall be conducted consistent with
Section 17.07.040 of this code. If the request for a public hearing is rescinded prior to the
noticing of the public hearing, no public hearing will be required.
E. Permitted Uses. Permitted land uses shall be in accordance with the underlying zone for the
parcel, as defined by this code. Height, and other design requirements, shall be in
accordance with 17.38.015.C.
AMENDMENTS1
Existing language with new text shown in r(,d tuiw>n m�, fl ine. Language to be removed shown in
4.2.010.13 — Zones Established
5. The CD zone is applied to properties along Pine Street southerly of Newhall Avenue that
offer significant potential for a mixture of creative businesses and business incubation, in
addition to current light industry. This zone benefits from Newhall Avenue access and its
adjacency to the future industrial area to the east. Allowable architectural types
emphasize office and/or shop buildings, which may be served by enclosed yards for
outdoor activity. Streetscapes are of urban character, planted primarily to soften the
appearance of industrial structures, activities, and traffic. .1III„ entire. CID zone as...located.
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4.2.070 — Creative District (CD)
A. Intent
The CD zone is applied to properties along Pine Street southerly of Newhall Avenue that
offer significant potential for a mixture of creative businesses and business incubation, in
addition to current light industry. Typical uses include those commonly found in the
Business Park zone. As buildings are designed for their industrial or commercial
function, defined ONSP building and architectural types do not (or may not) apply.
Unless expressly stated otherwise in the ONSP, provisions in the City's Community
Character and Design Guidelines shall guide industrial/commercial development in the
CD zone.The he entire CD zone is located within the Jobs Creation verlay_Z2!1q, ..1!1.. sects,
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l T.038 015. This zone benefits from Newhall Avenue access and its adjacency to the
future industrial area to the east. Streetscapes are of urban character, planted primarily to
soften the appearance of industrial structures, activities, and traffic. Parking is
accommodated onsite in well landscaped parking lots that are screened from adjacent
streets.
C3. Parking Requirements
Residential: 2 spaces per unit plus'/z space guest parking per unit.
Live/Work: 2 spaces / unit plus required commercial/non-residential parking
Non -Residential: see Unified Development Code.
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D. Building Profile and Type
1. Building Height
(a) Maximum height: 35'
(b) Where an entire block is to be developed, the maximum height of the
development/structures shall not exceed 55', permitted by right, not including
architectural features.
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3. Frontage Types (See Section 4.3.020 for definitions and design standards)
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5. The CD zone is applied to properties along Pine Street southerly of Newhall Avenue that
offer significant potential for a mixture of creative businesses and business incubation, in
addition to current light industry. This zone benefits from Newhall Avenue access and its
ad acency to the future industrial area to the east. Allowable architectural types
emphasize office and/or shop buildings, which may be served by enclosed yards for
outdoor activity. Streetscapes are of urban character, planted primarily to soften the
appearance of industrial structures, activities, and traffic. The entire CD zone is located
within the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone. Projects that qualify for the JCOZ shall comply
with Unified Development Code Section 17.038.015.
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A. Intent
The CD zone is applied to properties along Pine Street southerly of Newhall Avenue that
offer significant potential for a mixture of creative businesses and business incubation, in
addition to current light industry. Typical uses include those commonly found in the
Business Park zone. As buildings are designed for their industrial or commercial
function, defined ONSP building and architectural types do not (or may not) apply.
Unless expressly stated otherwise in the ONSP, provisions in the City's Community
Character and Design Guidelines shall guide industrial/commercial development in the
CD zone. The entire CD zone is located within the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone. Projects
that qualify for the JCOZ shall comply with Unified Development Code Section
17.038.015. This zone benefits from Newhall Avenue access and its adjacency to the
future industrial area to the east. Streetscapes are of urban character, planted primarily to
soften the appearance of industrial structures, activities, and traffic. Parking is
accommodated onsite in well landscaped parking lots that are screened from adjacent
streets.
C3. Parking Requirements
Residential: 2 spaces per unit plus 1/2 space guest parking per unit.
Live or: 2 spaces / unit plus required commercial/non-residential parking
Non -Residential: see Unified Development Code.
Qualifying Jobs Creation Overlay Zone Projects: see Unified Development Code Section
17.038.015.
D. Building Profile and Type
1. Building Height
(a) Maximum height: 35'
(b) Where an entire block is to be developed, the maximum height of the
development/structures shall not exceed 55permitted by right, not including
architectural features.
(c) Qualifying Jobs Creation Overlay Zone projects see Unified Development Code
Section 17.038.015.
3. Frontage Types (See Section 4.3.020 for definitions and design standards)
None required.
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VALLEY INDUSTRY ASSMATION OF SANTA CLARIrA
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Mayor McLean and members of the City Council; and
Chair Berlin and members of the Planning CornmNsion
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Subjea Proposed Job Creation Overiay Zone
Dear Mayor McLean and members of the City Council and Chair merlin and members of the Planning
Comrnlssion-
The Valley industry Association Is proud to submit a !eater of support for the changes In regards to the
.lob Creation Overlay one. After careful re tie and evaluabon, we belleve the Job Creadon OveHay
Zone is a Ug step forward In providing buWngs that are more In One with what modem bWnesses
require and job creation opportunities for our community,
The proposed project WH also provide substantW redevelopment opportunities and Incentives for land
owners in the near future and can be a huge asset for the City of Santa Clarita.
"i'hank you for continuo sly making Santa Clarita a bus6ness-frienWy city and providing rnore
opportunities for high quaHtV Jobs to be located here.
SlncervW,,
thy Nil,
CEO/President.
Valley Industry Association
28005 N. Smyth [)n I Su to 122 l Valencia, CA 91355 1 TO 6611942088
SANI A, CLAIRITA VALLEY
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May 15, 2019
Mayor McLean and members of the City Council; and
Chair Berlin and members of the Planning Commission
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Subject: Proposed Job Creation Overlay Zone
Dear Mayor McLean and members of the City Council and Chair Berlin and members of the Planning
Commission:
The City of Santa Clarita continues to be one of the most business friendly cities In California. The
development of the Job Creation Overlay Zone will even further that deserved reputation. In our efforts
to attract and retain corporate headquarters, we consistently see requirements for Class A office space
in the 5-7 story height range. In working with potential film /entertainment businesses and advanced
manufacturing businesses we are seeing requirements of up to 80 feet in height. We believe the heights
proposed in the JCOZ will allow consistency and confidence for business owners, and directly result In
more high -quality jobs in Santa Clarita.
We have previously provided information to staff about the trend for Increased height. During our
recent Economic Outlook conference, our expert in real estate specifically identified the need for
Increased height as a notable change in the market. The City needs to make this change to remain
competitive. In fact, the trend continues such that I believe the City should consider increasing the
allowable number of stories for office buildings to six and establish an equivalent height for industrial
buildings.
The Job Creation Overlay Zone is aimed to target areas that are already business park In nature, with
existing buildings of similar heights. Implementing these specific locations hopes to increase job
opportunities and avoid conflict with residential neighborhoods.
Thank you for supporting the businesses within the Santa Clarita Valley and allowing more streamlined
development processes. Providing these opportunities will continue to make Santa Clarita one of the
most business -friendly cities in California and we proudly support this proposal.
Sincerely,
Holly Schroeder
President and CEO
IChamber of Carvirneirce
SANS"SANTA CLAWSCLAWTA VALLEY
May 13, 2019
Mayor McLean and members of the City Council; and
Chair Berlin and members of the Planning Commission
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, California 91355
SUBJECT: JOB CREATION OVERLAY ZONE SUPPORT
Dear Mayor McLean, members of the City Council, Chair Berlin and members of the Planning
Commission:
On behalf of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, we are pleased to
support the Job Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). As our business community continues to grow with new
business attraction and local expansions, it Is vital for the City of Santa Clarita to provide appropriate
development opportunities that meet current and future needs of business.
The City continues to be ranked as one of the most business -friendly cities in California and the Job
Creation Overlay Zone will further that reputation and help open the doors for more businesses to
locate here with high -quality jobs
As noted at the 2019 SCV Economic Outlook event in March, economic and real estate experts
expressed the need for increased building height as a notable change in market demand. The JCOZ will
help create a level of confidence for business owners when looking to locate in Santa Clarlta which
makes us a more competitive destination for businesses to locate.
The SCV Chamber Board of Directors further discussed, and supports, the need for the City to seriously
consider increasing the allowable number of stories for office buildings to six stories and establish an
equivalent height for industrial buildings as well. Now is the time to ensure our planning efforts help
create more high -quality jobs In the City of Santa Clarita.
Thank you for your continued support of our thriving business community and allowing for a more
streamlined development processes. Providing these opportunities will continue to make Santa Clarita
one of the most business -friendly cities in the state of California and we are proud to support this
proposal.
Sincerely,
John Musella
Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce
28494 Westinghouse Place, Suite 114 1 Santa Clarita, CA 91355
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
�COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
APPLICATION: Master Case No. 19-002
Zone Change 19-001, Unified Development Code Amendment 19-001, Specific Plan
Amendment 19-002, Initial Study 19-001
PROJECT APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarita
PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City is requesting the creation of a new overlay zone within the City of Santa Clarita
called the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). The project would assist the City in achieving a goal of providing two jobs
per every new housing unit constructed. The JCOZ would provide incentives for qualifying office projects (up to 5-
stories) and industrial projects (up to 55 feet) within its area via a streamlined permitting process. The project would
amend Chapter 17 of the Unified Development Code and Chapter 4 within the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan. The
proposed ordinance would allow this type of development and permitting for properties within the JCOZ that are subject
to pre-existing development agreements including the Lockheed Rye Canyon Business Park (Southern California
Innovation Park) and Gate King Business Park (The Center at Needham Ranch).
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: A draft Negative Declaration has been prepared for this proposed project and is
available for a public review period, during which the City of Santa Clarita Community Development Department will
receive comments, beginning at 12:00 p.m. on April 30, 2019, and ending at 12:00 p.m. on May 21, 2019. During the
public review period, a copy of the draft Negative Declaration and all supporting documents will be located at the City
Clerk's Office located in the City Hall Building at 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. A
copy of the draft Negative Declaration (without all supporting documents) will be posted at the Santa Clarita Library,
Valencia Branch during the public review period noted above.
The City of Santa Clarita Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on this matter on the following date:
DATE: Tuesday, May 21, 2019
TIME: At or after 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION: City Hall, Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd., First Floor
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
If you wish to challenge the action taken on this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or
someone else raised at the public hearings described in this notice, or written correspondence delivered to the City of Santa
Clarita at, or prior to, the public hearings. If you wish to have written comments included in the materials the Planning
Commission receives prior to the public hearing, it must be submitted to the Community Development Department by
Friday, May 10, 2019.
For further information regarding this proposal, you may contact the project planner at the City of Santa Clarita, Permit
Center, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 140, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Telephone: (661) 255-4330. Website: w"w"w'.:_sg'ta-
clarita.com/panning. Send written correspondence to: 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 302, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Project
Planner: David Peterson. (661) 284-1406.
Jason Crawford, AICP
Planning and Economic Development Manager
Posted: Santa Clarita City Hall Permit Center, Santa Clarita Public Library (Valencia Branch)
Published: The Signal, April 30, 2019.
EXHIBIT C: INITIAL STUDY
[X] Proposed [ ] Final
STER CASE O. Master Case No. 19-002
PERMIT/PROJECT Jobs Creation Overlay Zone
Zone Change 19-001, Unified Development Code Amendment 19-001, Specific
Plan Amendment 19-002, Initial Study 19-001
APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarita, Community Development Department
23920 Valencia Blvd, Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
LOCATION OF THE
PROJECT: Citywide
DESCRIPTION OF
THE PROJECT: The City is requesting the creation of a new overlay zone within the City of Santa
Clarita called the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ). The project would assist the
City in achieving a goal of providing two jobs per every new housing unit constructed.
The JCOZ would provide incentives for qualifying office projects (up to 5-stories) and
industrial projects (up to 55 feet) within its area via a streamlined permitting process.
The project would amend Chapter 17 of the Unified Development Code and Chapter
4 within the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan. The proposed ordinance would allow
this type of development and permitting for properties within the JCOZ that are subject
to pre-existing development agreements including the Lockheed Rye Canyon
Business Park (Southern California Innovation Park) and Gate King Business Park
(The Center at Needham Ranch).
Based on the information contained in the Initial Study prepared for this project, and pursuant to the requirements of
Section 15070 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEA), the City of Santa Clarita
[] City Council [ ] Planning Commission [ ] Director of Planning and Building Services
finds that the project as proposed or revised will have no significant effect upon the environment, and that a Negative
Declaration shall be adopted pursuant to Section 15070 of CEA.
Mitigation measures for this project
[] Are Not Required [ ] Are Attached [ ] Are Not Attached
Jason Crawford
PLANNING ANAGI; T °—
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Public Review Period From -,, Ap1il 30,2019 To Mav - —1
Llublic Notice Given • f M ! *;
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Project title/master case number
Lead agency name and address:
Contact person and phone number:
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City of Santa Clarita
23 920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 3 02
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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Project location: The proposed JCOZ would encompass eight distinct areas throughout
the City of Santa Clarita, in Los Angeles County, CA. The areas are
the Rye Canyon/Southem California Innovation Park area located
west of Copper Hill Drive and centered along Kelly Johnson
Parkway, Constellation Road, and Rye Canyon Loop; the Valencia
Industrial Center area south of Newhall Ranch Road on either side of
Rye Canyon Road; the Tourney Road area, south of Magic Mountain
Parkway along Tourney Road; the Valencia Town Center area on
either side of cBean Parkway between Magic Mountain Parkway
and Valencia Boulevard; the Saugus Speedway area along the south
side of Soledad Canyon Road east of Bouquet Canyon Road; the
Centre Pointe area south of Soledad Canyon Road on either side of
Golden Valley Road; the Upper Sierra Highway area along the north
side of Sierra Highway near College of the Canyons, Canyon Country
Campus; and the Needham Ranch area south of Newhall Avenue and
west of Sierra Highway. Refer to Figure 1, Regional Location Map,
and Figure 2, Jobs Creation Overlay Zone Areas. Combined, the
JCOZ areas within the City include 2,113 acres of land.
Applicant's name and address: City of Santa Clarita
Community Development Department
23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Initial Study
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General Plan designation: Regional Commercial (CR), Community Commercial (CC), Business
Park (BT), Mixed Use — Corridor (AM-C), Specific Plan (SP), and
Public/Institutional (PI)
Zoning: Regional Commercial (CR), Community Commercial (CC), Business
Park (BP), Mixed Use — Corridor (Y_X-C,), Specific Plan (S), and
PubliclInstitutional (PI)
Description of project and setting:
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to select Regional Commercial (CR), Community Commercial (CC), Business Park (BP), and Specific Plan (SP)
zones, and limited portions of Mixed Use -Corridor (MX-C) and Public/Institutional (PI) zones. Currently, a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is required for buildings exceeding 35 feet in height. The JCOZ would rely on an
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Clarita allow for building heights greater than 35 feet without requiring an approved CUP. The following table
summarizes these existing zones.
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For office buildings, most zones currently allow for two stories without requiring an approved CUP, with some zones,
overlays, and specific plans allowing for three stories without requiring an approved CUP.
Commission to request a CUP. The existing discretionary allowance for 10 feet of additional building height for
architectural treatments would remain. The City of Santa Clarita estimates that a five -story office building would reach
ilkiroyi-tiate1% 70 to 80 feet in height without architectural treatments. Therefore the maximum height allowed for
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mentioned discretionary allowance for 10 feet of additional building height for architectural treatments. Consistent
with the existing UDC standards, any requests to exceed the JCOZ height limits would not qualify for incentives
available within the JCOZ, and would require approval of a CUP for building height.
pursuant to CEQA and would not be exempt from any other applicable discretionary permits required by the UDC.
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able through the City's normal aW_=Lgrace as1paddition the City Council and Planning Commission would
have the ability to request review of the Director's decisions (i.e., "call for review"). Upon a Director -level decision,
the Director would send a notice of action to the City Council, the Planning Commission, and members of the public
within a certain distance of the project site.
JCOZ Locations
zones within the City (i.e., CR, BP, and N1X-C zones); (2) areas that are most consistent with the existing built
tv residential uses- 4), areas with visual�vAvsical buffers to residential
uses; and (5) areas that are freeway adjacent or adjacent to major transportation corridors.
The eight JCOZ areas include:
1) the Centre Pointe area south of Soledad Canyon Road on either side of Golden Valley Road, which is mostly
developed and is entirely zoned BP;
2) the Needham Ranch area south of Newhall Avenue and west of Sierra Highway, which is partially developed
and zoned BP and SP (Old Town Newhall Specific Plan);
3) the Rye Canyon/Southern California Innovation Park area located west of Copper Hill Drive, which is mostly
developed and zoned BP and PI;
4) the Saugus Speedway area south of Soledad Canyon Road, which is partially developed and entirely zoned
MX-C;
5) the Tourney Road area, south of Magic Mountain Parkway along Tourney Road, which is mostly developed
and is entirely zoned BP;
6) the Upper Sierra Highway north of Sierra Highway, which is entirely zoned CC;
7) the Valencia Industrial Center area south of Newhall Ranch Road on either side of Rye Canyon Road, which
is mostly developed and entirely zoned BP; and
8) the Valencia Town Center area on either side of cBean Parkway between Magic Mountain Parkway and
West Del Monte Drive, which is completely developed and entirely zoned C.
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the southeast portion of the area. The area is surrounded by State Route 14 (SR-14) to the cast, South Pine Street to
the west, and a UR3 -residential zone to the north. The Rye Canyon/Southern California Innovation Park area is
characterized by low-rise business park and light industrial development, apart from one 70-foot-tall aerospace
building and one three-story biomedical building. This area is surrounded by vacant, undulating terrain to the west,
UR2 residential zone to the east, and SP if to the southeast. The Saugus Speedway is characterized by a former
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farther south. The area is covered by a Mixed -Use Overlay Zone, which has a 55-foot building height maximum, as
shown in Table 1. The Valencia Industrial Center area is characterized by low-rise business park development on the
s,w-theast side of the area, The northwest t,,Qrtion of the area contains three-. four-, and five-stoL-, hotel buildings,, as
well as four- and five -story office buildings. The area is surrounded by 1-5 to the southwest and SP zone to the east.
Finally, the Valencia Town Center area is characterized by a large regional mall; surface parking lots; three-, four-,
1"MA0"N1ii1m111"M "Wej i"-, Is NWl 1P1q_6*rI
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Surrounding land uses:
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Single-family residential (UR5),
Mostly vacant
Multifamily
strip commercial (CC), and
mineral extraction 7residential
residential
business park and light industrial
land (SP), b usiness
bu ildings (UR4),
buildings (UR3),
buildings (BP) across Soledad
park office buildings
and single family
undulating steep
Canyon Road
along Golden
residential (UR2)
terrain (SP), and
Valley Road (BP),
I and a commercial
Bowman High
and the City of
center with home
School (Pl)
Santa Clarita sports
improvement and
complex and
auto parts stores
acl �icsi:�en�er(►'),_�.n
Needham
Eternal Valley Memorial Park
Vacant land (OS)
Vacant land (OS)
Vacant land (OS),
Ranch
mortuary (OS); multifamily
across SR-14
industrial buildings
residential buildings (UR3); strip
(1), and rural
commercial, medical office, and
residential
auto sales buildings (MX-C); and
development (0.5
oil extraction, religious, and light
units per acre)
industrial uses (SP)
Rye Canyo
Undeveloped land (Los Angeles
Warehouse
Undeveloped land
Southern
County)
commercial with
residential (UR2
(Los Angeles
California
surface parking
zone)and
County)
Innovation
(CC)
multifamily
Park
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...........
residential (SPI
iver across Soledad
Santa Clara RI
Vacant, undulating
Single-family
'n
Low-rise, strip
Speedway
III
Canyon Road (OS); single-family
terrain (PI), and
residential (UR5)
commercial
residential development is located
mineral extraction
to the east and the
buildings
farther north (UR3)
land farther south
r
Santa Clarita
and vacant
(SP)
S
Metrolink Station
undulating terrain
Tourney
Strip commercial immediately
College of the
Valencia Country
Valencia Country
Road
north (CC) and vacant land (OS)
Canyons across
Club (OS) and
Club (OS), hotel
across Magic Mountain Parkway
Valencia Boulevard
single-family
and restaurant
(PI)
residential (UR3)
buildings
and 1-5
'[Tpp—er Si—erra
Steep, open land managed by the ............
Steep sloping terrain
The College of the
Stieep sloping,
Highway
U.S. Bureau of Land Management
immediately south
Canyons, Canyon
vacant terrain
(outside of the City of Santa Clarita
of Sierra Highway
Country Campus
(NU4), and a
boundaries) to the north central;
(OS) with a
(Pl)
single-family
steep, vacant land within the City of
neighborhood of
neighbo oo to
Santa Clarita, zoned NU4 to the
single-family
the southwest
northwest; and low -density, single-
detached homes
(UR2)
family residential neighborhood
farther south (URI)
(URI) to the northeast
Valencia
Mostly vacant undulating terrain
San Francisquito
Single family and
1-5
Industrial
(BP), electricity infrastructure (SP)
an
Canyon (OS and
multifamily
Center
and strip and large commercial
SP
SP)
residential (SP)
bui s CC)
Val ncia
River Oaks shopping center (CR)
Multifamily
Mult ' ifamily
Valencia Country
Town Center
and strip commercial and
residential (UR3
residential (UR4)
Club (OS)
restaurants (SP)
and UR4), single-
MMMEM
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Approvals Required
The proposed JCOZ would require the following discretionary approvals of the City of Santa Clarita:
• Zone Change/Zoning Map Amendment to establish the locations and boundaries of the proposed JCOZ (Zone
Change 19-001).
• Unified Development Code Amendment to establish the zone text for the JCOZ (UDC Amendment 19-00 1).
• Specific Plan Amendment to the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan (Specific Plan Amendment 19-002)
• Initial Study (IS 19-00 1)
Other public agencies whose No discretionary approvals from public agencies other than the C1,74
approval is required: of Santa Clarita are known or expected to be required to establish
proposed JCOZ.
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that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or "Less Than Signiflicant Impact With Mitigation" as indicated by the
checklist on the following pages.
Aesthetics Agriculture & Forestry Air Quality
Resources
Biological Resources Cultural Resources Geology & Soils
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Hazards & Hazardous Materials Hydrology & Water Quality
Land Use & Planning Mineral & Energy Resources [ ] Noise
Population & Housing Public Services [ ] Recreation
Transportation/Traffic Utilities & Service Systems [ ] Mandatory Findings of
Significance
B. DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
[ X ] I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be
a significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by the project
proponent. 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 "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless
gated" impact on the environment, but at least one effect (1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier
document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and (2) has been addressed by mitigation measures bawi!
on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. 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, because all
potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE
DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that
earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed
upon the proposed project, nothing further is required.
Signature
Name, Date
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Date
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C. EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
Less Than
Potentially Significant Less Than
Significant Impact With Significant No
Impact Mitigation Impact Impact
1. AESTHETICS — Would the project
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? [X] I I
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not 1XI I I
limited to, primary/secondary ridgelines, trees, rock
outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic
highway?
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of 1XI I I
the site and its surroundings?
d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare that would 1XI I I
adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area?
YYE WffAVA! � 0-M I I P-W I P I&WAM", A " VI^, " &a Z 9 V, ?A, I
are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural and Evaluation and
Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Department of Conservation as an optional model to
use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. In determining whether impacts to forest resources,
including timberland, are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to information compiled by
the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection regarding the state's inventory of forest land, including
the Forest and Range Assessment Project and the Forest Legacy Assessment project; and forest carbon
measurement methodology provided in Forest Protocols adopted by the California Air Resources Board. Would
the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of
1XI
Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on the as
prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring
Program of the California Resources Agency, to
nonagricultural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a
1XI
Williamson Act contract?
c) Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause rezoning of, forest
1XI
land (as defined in Public Resources Code Section 12220(g)),
timberland (as defined by Public Resources Code Section
4526), or timberland zoned Timberland Production (as defined
by Government Code Section 51104(g))?
d) Result in the loss of forestland or conversion of forestland to
[X]
non -forest use?
c) Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due
1XI
to, their location or nature, could result 'in conversion of
Farmland, to nonagricultural. use or conversion of forestland to
non -forest use?
*r air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project:
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air I 1XI I I
quality plan?
Less Than
Potentially Significant Less Than
Significant Impact With Significant No
Impact Mitigation Impact Impact
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an 1XI
existing or projected air quality violation?
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any I [X] I I
criteria pollutant for which the project region is nonattainment
under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard
(including releasing emissions that exceed quantitative
thresholds for ozone precursors)?
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant 11 1XI 11
concentrations?
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of 11 11 1XI
people?
I 1 0
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through
[X]
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 Wildlife or US Fish and Wildlife Service?
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other
IN
sensitive natural community identified in local or regional
plans, policies, regulations or by the California Department of
Fish and Wildlife or US Fish and Wildlife Service?
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected
IN
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
[X]
or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native
resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of
native wildlife nursery sites?
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting
IN
biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or
ordinance, including oak trees?
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted habitat conservation
IN
plan, natural community conservation plan, or other approved
local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan?
g) Affect a Significant Ecological Area (SEA) or Significant
1XI
Natural Area (SNA) as identified on the City of Santa Clarita
ESA Delineation Map?
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a 1XI
historical resource as defined in Section 15064.5?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an [X]
archaeological resource pursuant to Section 15064.5?
Less Than
Potentially Significant Less Than
Significant Impact With Significant No
Impact Mitigation Impact Impact
c) Directly or indirectly destroy or impact a unique I I [X]
paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature?
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of I I 1XI
formal cemeteries?
VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS — Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse
effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on
I I 1XI I I
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? Refer to
Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking?
1XI I I
iii) Seismic -related ground failure, including liquefaction?
I I EXI I I
iv) Landslides? I
I I 1XI I I
b) Result in substantial wind or water soil erosion or the loss of I
I I 1XI I I
topsoil, either on- or off -site?
c) Be located on a geologic it or soil that is unstable, or that I I
I I IN I I
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, as defined in Table 18- 1 -B of the I I
I I 1XI I I
Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life
or property?
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic I I
I I I I 1XI
tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems where sewers
are not available for the disposal of wastewater?
f) Result in a change in topography or ground surface relief I I
I I IN I I
features?
g) Result in earth movement (cut and/or fill) of 10,000 cubic yards I I
I I 1XI I I
or more?
h) Involve development and/or grading on a slope greater than
1XI I I
10% natural grade?
i) Result in the destruction, covering, or modification of any I I
I I I 1XI
unique geologic or physical feature?
VII. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS — Would the project:
a) Generate greenhouse gas emission, either directly or indirectly,
I 1XI I I
that may have a significant impact on the environment?
b) Conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted
I I 1XI I I
for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases?
I. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS — Would the project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment
[X]
through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous
materials?
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment
[X]
through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions
involving explosion or the release of hazardous materials into
the environment (including, but not limited to oil, pesticides,
chemicals, fuels, or radiation)?
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely
1XI
hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one -quarter
mile of an existing or proposed school?
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous
1XI
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
I I
such a plan has not been adopted, within 2 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
[X]
adopted emergency response plan oremergency evacuation
plan?
h) Expose people orstructures to a significant risk of loss, injury, I I
1XI
or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are
adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed
with wildlands?
i) Expose people to existing sources of potential health hazards I I
1XI
(e.g., electrical transmission lines, gas lines, oil pipelines)?
IX HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY — Would the project:
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge [X]
requirements?
b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere IN
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)?
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or IN
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 pattern of the site or
I I 1XI I I
area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream
or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface
nmoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off -
site?
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the
I I 1XI I I
capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or
provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff?
f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality?
I I 1XI I I
g) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped
I I I I 1XI
on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate
Map or other flood hazard delineation map?
h) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures which
1XI
would impede or redirect flood flows?
i) Expose people orstructures to a significant risk of loss, injury, I I
I I 1XI I I
or death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the
failure of a levee or dam?
j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mow?
I I 1XI I I
k) Result in changes in the rate of flow, currents, or the course and
I I 1XI I I
direction of surface water and/or groundwater?
1) Other modification of a wash, channel creek, or river?
I I I I 1XI
in) Impact stormwater management in any of the following ways:
I 1XI I I
i) Potential impact of project construction and project post- I I
I 1XI I I
construction activity on stormwater runoff?
ii) Potential discharges from areas for materials storage, I I
I [X] I I
vehicle or equipment fueling, vehicle or equipment
maintenance (including washing), waste handling,
hazardous materials handling or storage, delivery areas or
loading docks, or other outdoor work areas?
iii) Significant environmentally harmful increase in the flow
I 1XI I I
velocity or volume of stormwater runoff?
iv) Significant and environmentally harmful increases in
I I 1XI I I
erosion of the project site or surrounding areas?
v) Stormwater discharges that would significantly impair or
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I I 1XI L
contribute to the impairment of the beneficial uses of
receiving waters or areas that provide water quality
benefits (e.g., riparian corridors, wetlands, etc.)?
vi) Cause harm to the biological integrity of drainage
I I 1XI I
systems, watersheds, and/or water bodies?
vii) Does the proposed project include provisions for the
I I 1XI I I
separation, recycling, and reuse of materials both during
construction and after project occupancy?
X. LAND USE AND PLANNING — Would the project:
a) Disrupt or physically divide an established community
I I [X]
(including a low-income or minority community)?
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation I I [X] I I
of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but
not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal
program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of
avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect?
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan, natural [X]
community conservation plan, and/or policies by agencies with
jurisdiction over the project?
XI. MINERAL AND ENERGY RESOURCES — Would the project:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource 1XI
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 1XI
resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan,
specific plan, or other land use plan?
c) Use nonrenewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient 1XI I I
manner?
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess
IN I I
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
1XI
vibration or groundborne noise levels?
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the
I I IN I I
project vicinity above levels existing without the project?
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise
I I 1XI I I
levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the
proj ect?
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where
I I I I IN
such a plan has not been adopted, within 2 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
I I I I [X]
project expose people residing or working in the project area to
excessive noise levels?
XIII. POPULATION AND HOUSING —Would the project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly I I 1XI I I
(for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or
indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other
infrastructure)?
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating I I I I 1XI
the construction of replacement housing elsewhere (especially
affordable housing)?
c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the I I I I [X]
construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
MMMEMYA
KIV. PUBLIC SERVICES — Would the project result in:
a) 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 of the public
services:
i) Fire protection? I I 1XI I I
ii) Police protection? I I 1XI I I
iii) Schools? I I I I 1XI
iv) Parks? I I I I 1XI
v) Other public facilities? I I I I I 1XI
%TA NOM N IMM M
a) Increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or I 1XI
other recreational facilities such that substantial physical
deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated?
b) Include recreational facilities or require the construction or 1XI
expansion of recreational facilities which might have an
adverse physical effect on the environment?
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a) Conflict with an applicable plan, ordinance, or policy
I I 1XI I I
establishing measures of effectiveness for the performance of
the circulation system, taking into account all modes of
transportation including mass transit and non -motorized travel
and relevant components of the circulation system, including
but not limited to intersections, streets, highways and freeways,
pedestrian and bicycle paths, and mass transit?
b) Conflict with an applicable congestion management program,
[X]
including, but not limited to, level of service standards and
travel demand measures, or other standards established by the
county congestion management agency for designated roads or
highways?
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an
I -VI
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.,
1XI
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses
(e.g., farm equipment)?
e) Result in inadequate emergency access? I I
I I I I 1XI
t) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs regarding I I
I I I I 1XI
public transit, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities, or otherwise
decrease the performance or safety of such facilities?
f �i
XVII. TRIBAL CULTURAL `. Would the project +' in the significanceof f..........
cultural resource, defined in Public Resources Code Section 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape
,: is geographically defined in terms of . size and scope i.,. - landscape, sacred place, or f I..'.;
value to a California Native American tribe, and that is:
Listed or eligible i.. in the California Register
,r of
HistoricalResources, or . local registerhistorical
resources defined in Public Resources CodeSection
1
f determined by ,f agency, in its discretion r;
supported by fevidence, to be significant pursuant to
forthcriteria set r r of PubliciCode
Sectionapplying i..: iff
ivision
(c) of Public Resources Code Section 5024. 1, the lead agency
shall consider ' of the resourceCalifornia
tribe.Native American
XVIII. UTILITIES 1 SERVICE SYSTEMS — Would the project:
Exceed wastewaterrequirementsof f r r, .:
Regional i f Bf..f?
1Requireor result in the constructionof or ,
treatment facilities 1r expansion of existing facilities,
construction i f cause significant environmental
c) Require or f :. i of i
drainage , or expansion of ...
constructionof i f. cause significanti
r) Have sufficient water supplies availableproject
from existing entitlementsr resources, or are new or
expanded 1`u'
e) Result in a determination by provider
which serves or may serve the project ,,..... it has adequate
capacityf serve the r projected demand in additiono
the provider's +'commitments?
served by . f permitted capacity to
accommodate f solid waste disposal ..f
+ Comply with federal,,.if local statutes and regulations
related to solid
XIX. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICAIACE:
Does the project potential to degrade the quality of
environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or
wildlife species,^: r fish or population ti drop
below to eliminate a plant
community,animal f,......the number or restrict the range of
rare or endangered f....t ir animal, or ii
examples of the major periods of California history or
prehistory?
H [Xl
[X] []
[XI H
[X] H
MMMEM
b) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but I I 1XI I I
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.)
c) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause I I 1XI
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or
indirectly?
section1. AESTHETICS This describes f potential project
impacts on aestheticsof areasf'r in the proposed
JCOZ area is evaluated separately, with a discussion of each of the Initial Study aesthetics
questions r for proposed
In addition to the discussion contained herein, Appendices A through G of this Initial
Study present photographic inventories of the existing aesthetic conditions within each
of proposed ',s. Specific photographs from Appendices « through #i
referenced in the discussion below.
The City of Santa Clarita General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element states,
f f` fl f' f70. 1 . ft..
o
vary according f + setting" (Santa f i!
-52). The General
states,Plan Further ` f , can fi` natural open spaces,topographic
resources,formations, and landscapes that contribute to a high level of visual quality. These are
the community. Many people associate natural landforms and landscapes with scenic
as «': and streams,f `r11 and irk woodlands.
f` f define the aesthetic character of 1 also
include man-made open spaces and the built environment, such as parks, trails, nature
If,reserves, sculpture gardens,f f
Centre Pointe
f« Conditions
f
/ warehouses, The JCOZ area is separatedinto two nodes,node f western
ff' by I f Road a1 a powerline '.sement f+..'...allel tf':. Golden f /,.
The western if` is bound by 4 f Triangle Road / f Soledad Canyon Road to the
north,ff` Rf+f to the east, and Centre Pointe Parkway to the west and south.
CanyonThe eastern node of the Centre Pointe area is bound by Golden Triangle Roadand Soledad
1rf to the north,i « powerline easement to the west, and
Isabellefi steep, sloping terrain to the east.
industrialIn Teneral. the western node of the t_)rop.osed Centre Point area includes business !)ark and
light f Pointe Parkwayand large retail andwarehouse-style
ret2i] d eve] f6cm-tte-jit surroirt ded bv surface -c?rking in the center of the area. The western
structures in the western node are one to two stories in height, plus architectural
treatments along the tops of the buildings, and are constructed of commonly used
glass,
J JR401-
Avenue. The structures in this area are mostly two stories in height and constructed using
common materials, such as concrete panels, stucco, and metal, with metal, glass, and
stone accents; see Appendix A, Photographs I through 3. Photograph 2 shows a typical
two-story business park development with architectural treatments to the roofline and
articulation on the street -facing elevations for visual interest.
While not within the proposed JCOZ area, the tallest structures in the vicinity are the
Dowerline SUDDort structures within the Dowerline easements. The suimort structures are
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building rooflines in Appendix A, Photographs 1, 2, and 3). The powerline support
much taller and more prominent than any existing development in the area.
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Pointe area include one- and two-story office, retail, and self -storage uses; a building
supply store with outdoor material storage; views of the pipeline that bifurcates the
western node of the proposed JCOZ area; and a vegetated, approximately 90-foot-tall
hillside-AoMed with commercial buildings. The views of existing building& are parlmlLr
obscured by mature vegetation along Golden Triangle Road. The vegetated 90-foot-tall
hillside contains a visible network of stonnwater management channels.
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the Centre Pointe area can be seen from the eighboring residential area to the west; see
Appendix A, Photograph 5.
Reuther Avenue, which runs down the middle of the eastern node of the nrol)osed JCOZ
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landfornis or features as scenic resources in the Santa Clarita aller
mountains and canyons, scenic woodlands, scenic water bodies, and Vasqu
Rocks. As shown in Exhibit CO-7 of the General Plan Conservation and Op
Space Element, unique landforms and features are not found within the Cen
Pointe area (Santa Clarita 201 lb, p. CO-55). The area is adjacent to hillsides m
ridgelines with an I I- to 15-percent slope; however, as displayed in Exhibit CO
of the General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element (p. CO-7), these mini$
hillsides and ridgelines are common in the Santa Clarita Valley. Nevertheless, urb
development has the potential to impair views of scenic resources. Ihn this conte
while the JCOZ 1oes not entitle or fund any snecific develODment, it is likely th
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area. As described above, existing buildings in the area include one- to two-sto,1
warehouse, light industrial, retail, warehouse -style retail, and restaurant uses; s
Appendix A, Photographs 5, 7, 9, 11, and 12. The naturally hilly terrain of the ar
offers opportunities to view moderate, undeveloped ridgelines that surround t
vrea t* tie s+u:6. e,-st. and west. Ridaelines to the southwest of the area are visib
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are visible to motorists due to street setbacks, surface parking surrounding I
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As described in the Project Description of this Initial Study, the proposed JC
entitlement process would apply to office and industrial projects seeking to bui
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taller than 35 feet; however, the JCOZ would not allow an increase in current
allowed density iWitl�oe
ut a CUP. As such, the JCOZ could incntivize tall
development within the Centre Pointe area, but such development would r trial
within established density requirements for the BP zone. To that end, the existi
undevelopable, hilly terrain and the open space within overhead powerline a I
Pointe Parkway, Golden Valley Road, and Golden Triangle Road to view ridgelin
to the west, east, and south.
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Harrybell Place, would have views into the proposed JCOZ area across Ce
Pointe Parkway and views of ridgelin s south of the Centre Point area by looki
and industrial buildings in the Centre Pointe area. There is also a single-famil
residential community north of the proposed JCOZ area, on the north side
Some of these neighborhoods are buffered frJ
Soledad Canyon Road by existing one- and two-story commercial building
however, some homes (i.e., homes along Willow Weed Way, Doveweed W
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of the approximately 30- to 35-foot-tall retail buildings on top of this hillsid
Because these structures are already visible, additional taller buildings'wou
continue the view pattern of a landscaped hillside topped with commerci
develoy-ment, resulting, in less than significant imyacts. Further existing views
the ridgelines west of the area for motorists and pedestrians on Soledad Cany
Road are obstructed by powerlines, streetlight poles, an existing 30-foot-t
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by the proposed JCOZ would likely be obstructed from view.
Finally, a multifamily residential neighborhood (UR4 zone) exists east of t
proposed Centre Pointe area, southeas�of the Golden Triangle Road and . Isabel
Parkway intersection. Homes in this neighborhood, a]s well as motorists
vaiestc-iaTs travelNia south on Isabella Parkway. have views of the overlie
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nificant. FurthennoreAcecift that would utilize JCOZ
incentives in the Centre Pointe area would require project -level environmental
review pursuant to CEQA.
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Community Character and Design Guidelines, which apply to businesses and
professional services housed in offices. The guidelines state that natural amenities,
such as views, should be -preserved and contain a series of principles aimed at
buffering develolnment from residential land uses and maintaining attractive natural
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sensitivity, which is consistent with proposing a JCOZ in the already urbanized
Centre Pokille area.
b) Less Than Significant Impact: The closest officially designated state scenic
highway is part of the Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, State Route 2 (SR-2), from La
Cafiada-Flintridge north to the San Bernardino County line (Caltrans 2011). This
state scenic highway is approximately 22 miles away from the proposed Centre
Pointe area.
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including those within a state scenic highway. Impacts in this regard are less than
significant.
c) Less Than Significant Impact: As previously discussed, the Centre Pointe area is
a built-up, urbanized area, apart from an existing overhead powerline easement in
the northeast portion of the proposed area and some undeveloped, hilly terrain in
the center of the area. The area is also bifurcated by a pipeline running north —south
through the western node of the proposed JCOZ area. The existing buildings in the
area include one- to two-story retail, restaurant, light industrial, and office building&
Warehouse -style commercial buildings and a strip of commercial buildings
surrounded by surface parking lots, located in the north -central portion of the JCOZ
area, are elevated approximately 90 feet above Golden Triangle Road. Buildings in
the Centre Pointe area use a range of materials, such as flagstone, brick, concrete,
stucco, glass, wood, and tiles. Examples of the use of these materials include a two-
story office building on Centre Pointe Parkway (Appendix A, Photograph 7), a two-
story office/indusolal building near Centre Flointe Parkway a,nd Mainond Phice
(Appendix A, Photograph 8), a two-story gym at Centre Pointe Parkway and Golden
V�,iflcy Road (Appendix A, Photograph 10), and relail buildings located
approximately 90 feel above Golden Triangle Ro,,id (Appendix A, Photograph 11).
LJse of these matorWs in new develolmicill protects, as well as reconnnendations
for site planning, building inassing, and neighborhood continuity, is encouraged in
the City's Community Character and Design Guidelines (2009). Regarding building
heights, the buildings in this area are mostly one- to two-story office, retai I, or light
industrial buildings with building heights less than ihe niaxiinum 354bot height
limit, plus architectural treatments, allowed without a CUP.
As discussed in the Project Description of this Initial Study, the proposed project
would create an overlay zone that would streamline the entitlement process for
office and industrial development projects that exceed the CUP height threshold set
forth in their underlying zones, which, for the Centre Pointe area, is 35 feet. With
implementation of the proposed JCOZ, office or industrial buildings greater than 35
feet in height, but no taller than five stories (plus 10 feet of architectural treatments)
for office buildings and 55 feet in height (plus 10 feet of architectural treatments)
for industrial buildings, would no longer require a CUP. Rather, the proposed
project Nvoidd utilize an existing discretionary review process at the Direclor of
cont I'll I lil ity Developillent level fbr such projects, with the Planning Commission
serving as the hearing body for any appeals. mile tile proposed project could
encourage developnicrit oftaller office and industrial bnildiT1t!,S in the Centre Pointe
area, the proposed JCOZ would not alter developnient standards that litnit, building
density (i.e., floor area ratios).
However, as some portions of the proposed area are elevated approximately 90 feet
above nearby roadways (such as the commercial buildings elevated above Soledad
Canyon Road), an increase in building height of up to 55 feet for industrial buildings
or five stories for office buildings plus 10 feet of architectural treatments would be
visible from nearby roadways and neighborhoods to the north. Accordingly, the
existing 3 0- to 35-foot-tall retail buildings located near the northern boundary of the
proposed area are currently visible to motorists and pedestrians along Golden
Triangle Road and Soledad Canyon Road on the north side of the project area, as
well as users of the neighboring commercial development to the north along Golden
Oak Road. Therefore, because the undulating terrain within the proposed JCOZ area
obscures straight line views, because the area is currently developed with urban land
uses, because the proposed project would not increase the density allowed, and
because future development would need to comply with the City's Unified
Development Code and Community Character, and Design Guidelines for
commercial and industrial development, development utilizing the proposed JCOZ
incentives would likely complement the existing urban form and would be unlikely
to degrade the existing visual character or quality of this area. Nevertheless, future
development proposals in this area would require project -level environmental
review pursuant to CEQA to determine impacts to the area's existing visual
character. As such, the proposed JCOZ would have a less than significant impact on
the visual character or quality of the area and its surroundings.
Less Than Signifleant Impact: The Centre Pointe area is a fully developed area
with existing sources of light throughout, including overhead streetlights, traffic
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signals, building security and accent lights, vehicle headlights, and overhead
parking lot lights. The proposed project consists of an overlay zone that would
streamline the entitlement process for office and industrial development projects
that exceed the CUP hei lit threshold established for the Centre Pointe area which
new sources of light or glare would be added to this area as a direct result of the
proposed project.
The project could encourage development of taller office buildings than are
currently allowed in this area without an approved CUP; however, light sources
of the City's Unified Development Code regulating lighting, including Section
17.51.050, Outdoor Lighting Standards, and Section 17.51.080, Sign Regulations
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which regulate placement, shielding, and hours of operation of lights and lighted
signs, would prevent significant sources of light spillage onto the public right-of-
way or into adjacent neighborhoods, such as the residential neighborhoods to the
west, south, and southeast.
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substitutes, would not create significant sources of glare. Finally, light and glare
and restaurant buildings in the area. Therefore, the proposed project would not
generate any substantial light or glare impacts and would not detract from daytime
or nighttime views in the area.
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and includes the Gate -King Industrial Park, which is currently under construction.
Existing public views into the Needham Ranch JCOZ area are from the two major
roadways that border the area: Pine Street along the western boundary and Sierra
Highway and SR-14 along the eastern boundary.
Pine Street is a two-lane unimproved paved roadway south of Newhall Avenue with
parallel to the west side of Pine Street is a Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (Metro) rail line.
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supports a variety of businesses, including offices for the Santa Clarita Valley Water
Agency, Valencia Building Materials, a storage facility, and an antiques store. There is
businesses and properties from the roadway. As stated in the Santa Clarita Community
Character and Design Guidelines (2009), the lands within the Community of Newhall
were developed very much individually, without regard to any particular architectural
style, street development standards, or consistent streetscapes. This becomes more
development becomes sparser and further set back from the roadway.
The northwest comer of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area overlaps with a portion of the
Ald Town Newhall S12ecific Plan area, which is desi ated as the Creative District. As
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and business incubation, in addition to current light industry."
Views into the Needham Ranch JCOZ area from Pine Street are intermittent, with the
various business structures along northern Pine Street and the dense landscaping of
Beyond any development, there are middle -ground views of the rolling terrain in the
interior of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area.
East and north of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area is the Eternal Valley Cemetery.
Appendix B, Photographs 2 and 5 in show the views into the Needham Ranch area from
this cemetery. The ongoing construction of the area can be seen in these photographs,
which depict graded terrain, construction equipment, and partial building construction.
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rolling terrain in the interior of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area.
Sierra Highway, the other major roadway surrounding the Needham Ranch JCOZ area,
is on the eastern boundary. Views from this roadway depict a combination of the initial
phases of the grading and construction and of the undeveloped rolling hills terrain.
In all, six buildings have been individually entitled in Phase 1. Further, an addendum to
the Gate -King Industrial Park EIR that was part of Phase I of the development allowed
for building heights If to 51 feet. As such, the entitled buildings range in height from
3 8.5 feet to 5 1 feet. As can be seen in A W endix B i Photogaphs 1 and 4, the architectural
zoning for this portion of the JCOZ area and has incorporated enhanced entries and
variations of building forms and planes.
The remainder of the proj ect area that is not situated along Pine Street or under
construction as part of Phase I of Needham Ranch (see Appendix B, Photographs 1
the �City of Santa Clarita Conservation
and Open Space Element Exhibit CO-1 (2011b, p. CO-7), contains ridgelines and
hillsides with slopes ranging from I I to 15 percent. Plans for additional development in
the Needham Ranch JCOZ area were analyzed as part of the Gate -King Industrial Park
project.
Evaluation of IMpacts
Less than Significant Impact: Similar to other JCOZ areas, views into tll�,
Needham Ranch JCOZ area are primarily from the roadways that surround the area;
the limited existing internal roadway network, some of which is currently under
construction in conjunction with Phase I of Needham Ranch; and other roadways,
such as those that provide access to the interior of the project area for the water
holding facility and the Eternal Valley Fire Road.
Traveling southward down Pine Street, distant views into the area are limited due
to the dense stands of mature trees along the southern portion of Pine Street. The
views into the Needham Ranch area that do exist are intermittent views between the
structures that line the northern portion of Pine Street with the rolling hillsides
ble in the middle ground. The JCOZ would allow for office and industrial
buildings to be erected to a height of five stories or 55 feet high respectively, with
an additional 10 feet of architectural elements, through a Director of Community
Development -level discretionary process. The construction of such buildings would
modify the visual enviromnent along Pine Street and the intermittent views of the
rolling hillsides. However, while the structures would potentially be taller, the
development intensity (i.e., floor area ratio) would remain unchanged; thus, it is
likelv that the intermittent views into the interior 1f the area would still be
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accessible. Additionally, new construction would adhere to the Community
Character and Design Guidelines and would be sensitive to the Newhall
Community. The introduction of new structures with common architectural
elements within the Needham Ranch JCOZ area would aid in creating z
recognizable architectural character for the area.
Traveling along Sierra Highway, the other major roadway that provides public
views into Needham Ranch JCOZ area, the interior terrain of the Needham Ranch
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be a continuance of this transition from an undeveloped area to business and
industrial park. Currently there are six buildings entitled (see Appendix B,
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Given that the JCOZ would result in a continuance of the type of development
currently under construction as part of Phase 1 of Needham Ranch and that views
of the surrounding terrain would remain from various vantage points, the proposed
cegard would be less than significant. Furthermore, the JCOZ does not entitle or
fund any specific development project and would not result in any direct physical
chan es to the environinent. S eci ic eoel I uire Upig&L-
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Community Character and Design Guidelines, which apply to businesses and
professional services housed in offices. The guidelines state that natural amenities,
such as views, should be preserved and contain a series of principles aimed at
amenities.
b) Less than Significant Impact: The closest officially designated state scenic
highway is part of the Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, SR-2, from La Caffada-
Flintridge north to the San Bernardino County line (Caltrans 2011). This state scenic
highway is approximately 22 miles east of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area.
In the Santa Clarita area, Caltrans identifies 1-5 as an eligible state scenic highway.
The designated eligible segment of 1-5 extends from the 1-210 interchange to the
SR-126/Newhall Ranch Road interchange and, at its closest proximity, is
approximately 2 miles west of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area. SR-126 from the
Santa Clarita boundary at 1-5 to SR- 15 0 to the west is also designated as an eligible
state scenic highway and, at its closest proximity, is approximately 7 miles
northwest of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area.
it unlikely that any future development within the Needham Ranch JCOZ area
would be visible from the officially designated Amgeles Crest Scenic By,ay.
visible from these roadways, Themfbrv, the pi,oposed rnoiect would not
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substantially damage scenic resources within a state scenic highway. Impacts in this
regard are less than significant.
c) Less than Significant Impact: As discussed in response a), the Needham Ranch
JCOZ area includes the previously approved Gate -King Industrial Park, and grading
and construction have begun on Phase I of Needham Ranch, with six buildings
currently entitled ranging in heights from 3 8.5 feet to 5 1 feet. While the JCOZ does
not entitle any specific development, development in accordance with the JCOZ
could result in taller structures being erected in this area. Despite the potential for
taller structures, future buildings entitled through the JCOZ process would continue
the pattern of business park development of the area. Additionally, new structures
would incorporate the architectural features as set forth in the Community Character
and Design Guidelines for business parks and the Community of Newhall. Further,
the ONSP, which overlaps with the northwest portion of the proposed JCOZ area,
states that provisions in the City's Community Character and Design Guidelines
shall guide industrial/commercial development in the Specific Plan's Creative
District zone, as appropriate. Therefore, future development utilizing the proposed
JCOZ incentives would likely complement the business park uses under
construction and would be unlikely to degrade the existing visual character or
quality of this area. Nevertheless, future development proposals in this area would
require project -level environmental review pursuant to CEQA to determine impacts
to the area's existing visual character. Impacts on the existing visual character or
quality of the area resulting from the proposed JCOZ would be less than significant.
Z) Less Than Significant Impact: The Needham Ranch JCOZ area contains existing
sources of light along Pine Street and Sierra Highway, including streetlights,
overhead parking lot lights, building security and accent lights, vehicle headlights,
and landscape lighting. The proposed project consists of an overlay zone that would
streamline the entitlement process for office and industrial development projects
that exceed the CUP height threshold set forth in the Needham Ranch JCOZ area,
which is zoned BP and SP. The proposed project would not entitle or fund any
specific projects that would have a direct physical impact on the environment. As
such, no new sources of light or glare would be added to this area as a direct result
of the proposed project. The project could encourage development of taller
buildings than are currently allowed in this area without an approved CUP;
however, light sources resulting from now development would be required to
comply with the provisions of the City's Unified Development Code regulating
lighting, including Section 17.51.050, Outdoor Lighting Standards, and Section
17.51.080, Sign Regulations (subsection F pertains to sign illumination). Adherence
to these code requirements, which regulate placement, shielding, and hours of
operation of lights and lighted signs, would prevent significant sources of light
spillage onto the public right-of-way or surrounding properties.
Further, the building materials encouraged in the City's Community Character and
Design Guidelines for commercial buildings, such as terra cotta, stone, brick, tile,
and wood, would not create significant sources of glare. Therefore, the proposed
project would not generate any substantial light or glare impacts and would not
detract from daytime or nighttime views in the area.
Rye Canyon Business Park/Southern California Innovation Park Area
Park (RCB/SCIP) area is generally north of the intersection of Copperhill Drive and
ill 11 T-,YcJ I'll i, fthe Santa Clarita communi of Valencia. The land uses in this
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facilities, a maintenance facility, research facilities, and landscaping and construction
supply businesses (see Appendix C, Photographs 15 through
As noted above, the RCB/SCIP area is within the Valencia community, which is
most urban community in Santa Clarita. F ru_ytated in the Community Characte
and Design Guidelines_ the business,,oark land uses near Rye Canyon Road contribute to
the community character through wide streets, generously landscaped setbacks, and
buildings that are one to three stories in height. Consistent with this character, no
buildings in this JCOZ area are greater than three stories in height (see Appendix C,
Photographs 15, 16, and 18-2 1), except for Johnson Aerospace, which is 70 feet in height
(see Appendix C, Photograph 17). Likewise, landscaped setbacks separate the public
rights -of -way from development, providing a visual buffer along area roadways (see
Appendix C, Photographs 4 through 14).
Develo-wite-it i-i Pie ICB/SCIP occu-irei in Wer t.Ve-Tnick'teed T.ve Ca-fivo-i'timi-tess Park,
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Starting in rihe southern 'coundrwacf �the
RCB/SCIP from the Walmart Supercenter parking lot near the intersection of Kelly
Johnson Parkway and Rye Canyon Road (see Appendix C, Photograph 1), multistory
structures are ble that epitomize the design guidelines for business parks, with a
clustering of several smaller structures of varying, heiahts and interrupted fagades, as well
as the landscaped setbacks. Also visible at this location are the various electrical
Lransmissioii d distribution towers Vuat tr?verse fte wrea.
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level is the incorporation of the landscaping between the roadway and sidewalk and
additional landscayin that buffers the buildin from the sidewalk. Only the -buildings in
the immediate forefront are visible at this location. The middle ground is dominated by
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RCB/SCIP area rise in the background. Similarly, at this location, a photograph taken
looking north along Kelly Johnson Parkway depicts the business park structures in the
and background (see Appendix C, Photograph 3). A third viewpoint from this location
looking south down Kelh,,,, Johnson Parkw see ayAvRendix C Photo Vb 4), shows a .( gMY
business park structure and the associated landscaping as well as the streetscaping. The
high-)2ower transmission line towers andiower lines are in the middle round and the
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park development, such as interrupted planes and generously landscaped setbacks.
Lkhotograph 6, looking north from this same location, depicts similar building
architectural types and landscaped setbacks and buffering in the foreground. Visible in
the middle ground is the meandering road and landscaping; in the background, rolling
hillsides are present. Likewise, Photograph 7 depicts similar views along Constellation
ltozd near the intersection of Alta Vista Road.
able. Likewise. at Kelly Johnson
distant views of the untains are available, with the electrical transmission towers
interrupting the mountain views.
The northernmost portion of the RCB/SCIP is occupied by the Southern Californig-
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sparsely developed than the remainder of the RCB/SCIP; however, the existing
development is like that of the remainder of the RCB/SCIP—wide roadways, structures
no greater than three stories in height and designed with interrupted fagades, an,�
enhanced building entries (see Appendix C, Photograph 20). Mature landscaping
provides visual interest and partial shielding from the roadways (see Appendix C,
Photographs 12 through 14). Evident in this area are the rolling hillsides that frame the
northern, eastern, and western boundaries of this area, as are the high -power electrical
transmission lines, the lattice electrical transmission towers, and the if profile
distribution towers (see Appendix C, Photographs 12 and 20).
Evaluation of IMpacts
a) Less Than Significant Impact: The General Plan identifies the following
landforms or features as scenic resources in the Santa Clarita Valley: scenic
mountains and canyons, scenic woodlands, scenic water bodies, and Vasquez
Rocks. As shown on Exhibit CO-7 of the General Plan Conservation and Open
Space Element (201 lb), none of these landforms or features exist in the RCB/SCIP
area. However, as stated in the General Plan, "urban development has the potential
to impair scenic resources if not carefully planned and controlled." In this context,
while the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development, the proposed
JCOZ could result in an increase in taller structures in the RCB/SCIP area. These
structures could reach up to five stories in height with an additional 10 feet of
architectural features. Presently, most structures in the RCB/SCIP range in height
from one to three stories, except for the 70-foot Johnson Aerospace building (see
Appendix C, Photograph 17). Thus, the JCOZ could encourage structures that are
taller in heightthan most structures that currently exist within the RCB/SCIP area.
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(see Appendix C, P otographs 12, 20, and 21). However, these views are
fraemented and obstructed by the existin.g developrrierit, Further, there are no
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and would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. Specific
to CEQA.
Community Character and Design Guidelines, which apply to businesses and
professional services housed in offices. The guidelines state that natural amenities,
such as views, should be preserved and contain a series of principles aimed at
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amenities.
b) Less Than Significant Impact: The closest officially designated state scenic
highway is part of the Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, SR-2, from La Cafiada-
Flintridge north to the San Bernardino County line (Caltrans 2011). This state scenic
highway is approximately 20 miles east of the RCB/SCIP area.
150 to the west is also designated as an eligible state scenic highway. The
RCB/SCIP area is approximately I mile east of 1-5 and 1.5 miles east of SR-126.
be ble from the officially designated Angeles Crest Scenic Byway. Likewise,
the existing hilly terrain and intervening structures and landscaping prevent
motorists on 1-5 or SR-126 from distinctly seeing the RCB/SCIP area. There are
also no ridgelines, rock outcroppings, historic resources, natural open spaces,
topographic formations, or landscapes that contribute to a high level of visual
quality, or other scenic resources in the proposed RCB/SCIP JCOZ area. Therefore,
the wosed iroliect would not substantialli damaie scenic resources clud-
c) Less Than Significant Impact: As discussed in the Project Description of this
Initial Study, the proposed project would create an overlay zone that would
streamline the entitlement process for office and industrial development projects
that exceed the CUP height threshold set forth in their underlying zones, which, for
the RCB/SCIP area, are BP and Pl. With implementation of the proposed JCOZ,
office buildings greater than 3 5 feet in height, but no taller than five stories (plus up
to 10 feet of additional architectural treatments), would no longer require a CUP in
this JCOZ area. Rather, the proposed project would utilize an existing discretionary
review process at the Director of Community Development level for such projects,
with the Planning Commission serving as the hearing body for any appeals. While
the proposed project could encourage development of additional taller office and
industrial buildings in the RCB/SClP area, the proposed JCOZ would not alter
development standards that limit building density (i.e., FAR). Because the proposed
project would not increase the density allowed without a CUP and because future
development would need to comply with the City's Unified Development Code and
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propo s e d JC OZ incentives would be unlikely to degrade the existing visual
character or quality of this area. Nevertheless, future development proposals in this
area would require project -level environmental review pursuant to CEQA to
determine impacts to the area's existing visual character As such, the proposed
JCOZ would have a less than significant impact on the visual character or quality
of the area and its surroundings.
d) Less Than Significant Impact: The RCB/SCIP area is a developed area with
existing sources of light throughout, including streetlights, overhead parking lot
lights, building security and accent lights, traffic signals, vehicle headlights, and
landscape lighting. The proposed project consists of an overlay zone that would
streamline the entitlement process for office and industrial development projects
that exceed the CUP height threshold set forth in the RCB/SCIP area, which is
zoned BP and P1. The proposed project would not entitle or fund any specific
projects that would directly have a physical impact on the environment. As such,
no new sources of light or glare would be added to this area as a direct result of the
proposed project. The project could encourage development of taller office
buildings than are currently allowed in this area without an approved CUP;
however, light sources resulting from new development would be required to
comply with the provisions of the City's Unified Development Code regulating
lighting, including Section 17.51.050, Outdoor Lighting Standards, and Section
17.51.080, Sign Regulations (subsection F pertains to sign illumination). Adherence
to these code requirements, which regulate placement, shielding, and hours of
operation of lights and lighted signs, would prevent significant sources of light
spillage onto the public right-of-way.
The RCB/SCIP area is surrounded primarily by undeveloped hillsides to the north,
east, and west. To the south, there are commercial land uses, such as a Walmart
Supercenter and restaurants, which are not light-sensitive land uses. There are
multifamily residential units located south of Copperhill Drive. New sources of light
emanating'from taller structures could be visible from these homes. However, as
stated in the Community Character and Design Guidelines, spotlighting or glare
from any site lighting should be shielded from adjacent properties and directed at a
specific object or target area. Furthermore, the guidelines specify that lighting of all
exterior signs should be directional to illuminate the sign without producing glare
on pedestrians, autos, or adjacent residential units. Lastly, building materials, such
as those encouraged in the City's design guidelines for commercial buildings,
including terra cotta, stone, brick, tile, and wood, are not significant sources of glare.
However, future development proposals in this area would require project -level
environmental review pursuant to CEQA. Therefore, because the proposed project
would not directly generate any substantial light or glare impacts, the proposed
JCOZ would not detract from daytime or nighttime views in the area.
Saugus Speedway Area
Existing Conditions
The Saugus Speedway JCOZ area is characterized by an expanse of paved and gravel
parking lots, as well as a former oval racetrack, which currently hosts an open-air market
(the Santa Clarita Swap Meet) every Tuesday and Sunday. The former racetrack is located
near the southeast comer of the area and is surrounded to the north, west, and south by
impervious surface parking lots. The race tracl� is ,;urroundcd by suppor poles Croai the
original safety fence lining the racetrack and mature trees ori die \vest and soudi sides of
the track. The chain -link safety fencing is inosily gone.; however, Some portious of t1le
fence remain. A gravel parking lot is located north of the racetrack. The northern tip of
the area is undeveloped, hilly terrain, with scattered mature trees and native brush
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vegetation. The surface parking lots and hilly terrain on the northern portion of the
proposed area are visible in Photograph 2 in Appendix D. The proposed Saugus
Speedway JCOZ area is zoned MX-C. There are no permanently occupied buildings
within the proposed JCOZ area.
hillp terrain to the north and west-. and the Santa
lot across Commuter Way to the south. Across the Santa Clara River lies a single-family
residential neighborhood, zoned UR3, and a regional park (Duane R. Harte Park) with a
playground, open play fields, and walking trails. This residential neighborhood is
approximately 1,000 feet from the proposed Saugus Speedway JCOZ area across the
narrowest point of the Santa Clara River. A residential community with detached,
condominiums is located southeast of the Saugus Speedway area (zoned LJR5). This
neighborhood is approximately 1,200 feet away from the proposed Saugus Speedway
JCOZ Area.
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edge of the UR5 residential neighborhood (Appendix D, Photograph 3) and from users
of the Santa Clara River Trail on the southern and western edge of the UR3 residential
neighborhood across the Santa Clara River from the proposed Saugus Speedway area
(Appendix D, Photograph 4). A tall chain -link fence topped with some sections of barbed
Speedway JCOZ area, as displayed in Appendix D, Photograph 1.
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a) Less Than Significant Impact: The General Plan identifies the following
landforms or features as scenic resources in the Santa Clarita Valley: scenic
mountains and canyons, scenic woodlands, scenic water bodies, and Vasquez
Rocks. As shown on Exhibit CO-7 of the General Plan Conservation and Open
Space Element (201 lb, p. CO-55), unique landforms and features are not found
within the Saugus Speedway JCOZ area. The area does contain hillsides and
ridgelines with an I I - to 15-percent slope; however, as displayed in Exhibit CO- I
of the General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element (p. CO-7), these minor
hillsides and ridgelines are common in the Santa Clarita Valley. Nevertheless, urban
development has the potential to impair views of scenic resources.
area. appart from s ort.- maintenance- and storag q and-fatcaievs--associate!
with the former racetrack and ongoing Santa Clarita Swap Meet. The hilly terrain
to the south cast and north is visible across the propposed JCOZ are_q�. to motorists
traveling along Si! ledad Canyon Road; users of the Chuck Pontius Commuter -Rail
Trail; and users of the Santa Clarita Metrolink Station parking area. The hilly terrain
is also ble from public trails along the boundaries of the UR5 residential
neighborhood to the southeast and the UR3 residential neighborhood across the
Santa Clara River. The steep ridgeline, as seen from the above -mentioned vantage
noints in AWendix D Pho ng_r_apha._3andA.=nVehei lit from 150 feet above
grade level at the north end of the Saugus Speedway area to over 250 feet above
grade level along the west and south edges of the area.
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b) Less Than Significant Impact: The closest officially designated state scenic
highway is part of the Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, SR-2, from La Caflada-
Flintridge north to the San Bernardino County line (Caltrans 2011). This state scenic
highway is approximately 23 miles away from the proposed Saugus Speedway area.
In the Santa Clarita area, Caltrans identifies 1-5 as an eligible state scenic highway.
The designated eligible segment of 1-5 extends from the 1-2 10 interchange to the
SR-126/Newhall Ranch Road interchange and is approximately 2.7 miles from the
proposed Saugus Speedway area at its closest point. SR-126 from the Santa Clarita
boundary at 1-5 to SR-150 to the west is also designated as an eligible state scenic
highway. This eligible state scenic highway is 4.8 miles from the proposed Saugus
Speedway JCOZ area.
The 23-mile distance and the mountainous terrain in the Santa Clarita Valley make
it unlikely that any future development within the JCOZ area would be visible from
the officially designated Angeles Crest Scenic Byway. Further, distance and
existing intervening development, trees, and terrain prevent motorists on 1-5 and
SR-126 from seeing the Saugus Speedway area. There are some ridgelines and
topographic formations that contribute to visual quality within the proposed area;
however, the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any specific development
that would impact such resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not
substantially damage scenic resources, including trees, rock outcroppings, and
historic buildings within a state scenic highway. Impacts in this regard are less than
significant.
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Less Than Significant Impact: As previously discussed, the proposed Saugus
Speedway JCOZ area includes an expanse of paved and gravel parking areas; a
former racetrack, which is now used for an outdoor community marketplace; and
limited hilly, undeveloped terrain in the northern portion of the area. In short, the
majority of the area is disturbed with impervious surfaces with some storage and
maintenance buildings scattered throughout the area.
As discussed in the Project Description of this Initial Study, the proposed proje proc
would create an overlay zone that would streamline the entitlement , ess f
office and industrial development projects that exceed the CUP height threshold s
forth in their underlying zones, which, for the proposed Saugus Speedway JCC
area (N4X-C zone), is 50 feet in height. With implementation of the proposed JCO.
office buildings greater than 50 feet in height, but no taller than five stories (plus I
feet of architectural treatments), would no longer require a CUP in this JCOZ are
Rather, the proposed project would utilize an existing discretionary review proce
at the Director of Community Development -level for such projects, with tl
Planning Commission serving as the hearing body for any appeals. While tl
proposed project could encourage development of taller office buildings in tl
Saugus Speedway JCOZ area, the proposed JCOZ would not alter developme
standards that limit density (i.e., floor area ratios). Therefore, because the propos(
JCOZ would not entitle or fund any specific projects, because the proposed Saugl
Speedway JCOZ area is currently disturbed with impervious surfaces and a forni
racetrack in disrepair, because the proposed project would not increase the densi,
allowed without a CUP, and because future development would need to comp
with the City's Unified Development Code and Community Character and Desig
Guidelines (2009) for office or industrial development, future development utilizir
the proposed JCOZ incentives would not likely substantially degrade the visu
character/quality of the area. Nevertheless, future development proposals in th
area would require project -level environmental review pursuant to CEQA 1Y.
determine impacts to the area's existing visual character. As such, the propos( fi
project would have a less than significant impact on the visual character or qualil
of the area and its surroundings.
d) Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed Saugus Speedway JCOZ area
currently developed with existing sources of light throughout, including overhe
streetlights and traffic signals along Soledad Canyon Road, overhead lights in
parking area and around the race track ' and vehicle headlights. The proposed JC
would not entitle or fund any specific projects that would directly have a physic
impact on the environment. As such, no new sources of light or glare would
added to this area as a direct result of the proposed project. The project cou
encourage development of taller office buildings than are currently allowed in th
area without an approved CUP; however, light sources resulting fTom ne
development would be required to comply with the proy isions of the City's Uniftf.
Development Code regulating lighting, including Section 17.51.050, Outdo
Lighting Standards, and Section 17.51.080, Sign Regulations (subsection F perta .
to sign illumination). Adherence to these code requirements, which regula
placement, shielding, and hours of operation of lights and lighted signs, wou
prevent significant sources of light spillage onto the public rights -of -way or in
adjacent neighborhoods, such as the residential neighborhoods to the east a
southeast.
Further, the building materials encouraged in the City's design guidelines for off.
buildings, such as flagstone, brick, tile, and wood/wood substitutes, would n
create significant sources of glare. Finally, light and glare generated by future offi
buildings are anticipated to be consistent in intensity with the light current
getieratmi in the area. 111erefbre, the proposed project would not gerierate ai
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substantial light or glare impacts and would not detract from daytime or nighttime
views in the area.
Existina Conditions
As shown in Appendix E, the Tourney Road area is north of Valencia Boulevard, south
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professional offices (see Appendix E, Photographs 5 through 11).
Overall, the BP zone provides for mixed employment districts in areas accessible to
from freewauLandinna-lor arterials and is intended to promote
the development of master -planned environments with a high quality of design and
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six -story Kaiser Permanente medical offices parking structure (see Appendix E,
as shown in Appendix E, Photographs 5 through 7 and Photographs 9 through 11.
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buildings and parking area; individual developments have features, such as plazas,
pedestrian malls, courtyard, or gardens.
As described below, views into, through, and from the Tourney Road area are primarily
from the major streets that traverse and surround the area: Tourney Road, Valencia
Parkwa the South Fork Trail and oppen
the Valencia Country Club.
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sIuth, it is lined with mature trees and ornamental landscaping that provide a buffer
between the parking areas, building structures, and the public rights -of -way (see
Appendix E, Photographs I and 2). Street -level views are dominated by the mature trees
that line the roadway. Notable visual elements at street level include the towers for the
high-powered electrical transmission lines that are aligned on the eastern and western
side of Tourney Road (see Appendix E, Photograph 2) and t he three- an d four-story
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structures. As documented in these photographs, the building style reflects the
recommendations for business parks in the Santa Clarita Community Character and
Design Guidelines, which encoura e minimizin vertical emphasis and bla. des y
-Ldding window onenings--changing color and texture along the wall surface—YaQLmg the
planes of the exterior wall in depth and/or direction, adding trims and projection, and
varying the juxtaposition of building elements.
Views into the northern edge of the Tourney Road JCOZ area are from the open space
and the South Fork Trail north of Magic Mountain Road (see Appendix E, Photograph
4). Access to the South Fork Trail is provided by the Iron Horse Trailhead identified in
Appendix E, Photograph 4. As shown, immediate foreground views into the Tourney
Magic Mountain Parkway. Some structures are visible in the middle ground; however,
the tree line shields and breaks direct views into develoyment in this area, Looking farther
south across the Tourney Road area, the mountains are visible in the background.
As shown in Photograph-2-Aaktn-atthe-D-cD(3Le-xLp,*fj3kgpico,
at street level, the buildings in the foreground and middle ground are visible.
Along the southern boundary of the Tourney Road area, a residential community is
situated east of the Valencia
from this community into the Tourney Road area. Some of the structures are visible in
the middle ground, with views disrupted by the riiature trees. The Kaiser Permainente
7 and 8) are the most prominent.
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-z) Less Than Significant Impact: The General Plan identifies the followir*
landforms or features as scenic resources in the Santa Clarita Valley: scenic
mountains and canyons, scenic woodlands, scenic water bodies, and Vasquez
Rocks. As shown on Exhibit CO-7 of the General Plan Conservation and Open
Space Element (201 lb), none of these landforms or features exist in the Tourney
Road area. However, as stated in the General Plan, "Urban development has the
potential to impair scenic resources if not carefully planned and controlled." In this
context, while the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development, it is
likely that the overlay zone could result in an increase in taller structures in the
Tourney Road area. These structures could reach up to five stories in height with an
additional 10 feet of architectural features. Such structures would be taller in height
than some of the structures that currently exist within the Tourney Road area but
similar in height to others.
Primary views from, into, and through the area are from Tourney Road, which runs
the entirety of the area, the South Fork Trail and Magic Mountain Parkway in the
north, Valencia Parkway in the south, and the residential homes east of the Valencia
Country Club. Currently, there are at least four structures in this JCOZ area that are
taller than 3 5 feet. As with the existing pattern of development in the Tourney Road
area, development opportunities would occur along Tourney Road and the
secondary drives that extend off Tourney Road. Along Tourney Road itself, street -
level views would be altered as additional buildings are constructed. However
views from Tourney Road are fragmented at street level rather than a viewshed of a
singular massing; further, as stated in the Santa Clarita Community Character and
Views into the project area from the north along South Fork Trail and Magic
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designated as an eligible state scenic highway. The Tourney Road area is
approximately 2 miles from the intersection of SR-126
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At the interchange of Valencia Boulevard and 1-5, the existing offices in the
southwestern portion of the Tourney Road area are visible from 1-5. Yet, while this
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built-up area. The addition of taller structures in the Tourney Road area would be
an extension of the existing pattern of development along this portion
Moreover, consistent with the BP zoning for the Tourney Road area, development
is to be located near major interchanges.
There are also no ridgelines, rock outcroppings, historic resources, natural open
spaces, topographic formations, landscapes that contribute to a high level of visual
quality, or other scenic resources in the proposed JCOZ area. Therefore, the
proposed project would not substantially damage scenic resources, including those
within a state scenic highway. Impacts in this regard are less than significant.
c) Less Than Significant Impact: As previously discussed, the Tourney Road area is
a built-up, urbanized area with structures that range in height from one to six stories.
Existing buildings include medical offices, real estate offices, the Social Security
Administration offices, and a variety of dental, staffing, and other professional
offices that use a range of building materials, including stone and flagstone, brick,
concrete, stucco, glass, wood, and tiles. Examples of buildings showcasing these
materials include the Newhall Land and KB Design Studio offices (Appendix E,
Photograph 5) and the medical offices and ancillary parking (Appendix E,
Photographs 7 through 9). Use of these materials in new development projects, as
well as recommendations for site planning, building massing, and integration with
adjacent properties, is encouraged in the City's Community Character and Design
Guidelines (2009). Regarding building height, the tallest structure in the Tourney
Road Area is the parking structure associated with the Kaiser Permanente medical
offices (see Appendix E, Photograph 8). The majority of the remaining buildings in
this area are three and four stories. While the JCOZ could result in introducing taller
structures into the Tourney Road area, the overall allowable floor area ratio would
not increase; thus, the development intensity would not increase.
would create an overlay zone that would streamline the entitlement process for
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hearing body for any appeals. While the proposed project could encourage
development of additional taller office buildings in the Tourney Road area, the
proD,osed JCOZ would not alter develotiment standards that limit buildino_,Jpjm�lm
floor area ratios). Therefore, because the proposed project would not increase
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comply with the City's Unified Development Code and Community Character and
Design Guidelines, future development utilizing the proposed JCOZ incentives
would be unlikely to degrade the existing visual character or quality of this area.
extuahiyk;�_#_ursuait to CEA L 1, deteriti-te i-onacts t* fte ?ff-ea's existi-te.
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Further, the building materials encouraged in the City's design guidelines for
commercial buildings, such as terra cotta, stone, brick, tile, and wood, would not
develoGoment go�tosals in this
area would require project -level environmental review pursuant to CEQA.
Therefore, the proposed project would not generate any substantial light or glare
impacts and would not detract from daytime or nighttime views in the area. Light
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serve the local market. Existing businesses in this area consist of storage facilities, auto
body repair shops, a local market, tire sales, and a motorsports sales lot (see Appendix F,
Photographs 5, 6, and 7). Structures in this area are primarily single story and are
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of Sierra Highway is in an area known as Mint Canyon.
structures themselves are of varying ages. Wooden power poles supporting electrical
distribution lines and on-streeQn-arking align the Sierra HighwkyriUht-of-wky. Along th—e
southwestern portion of Sierra Highway there are no landscaped setbacks; rather, several
of the businesses that are located along Sierra Highway have fencing that runs the
perimeter between Sierra Highway and the business frontage. The hillsides of Mint
Canyon rise behind the development that occurs along Sierra Highway.
Traveling farther northeast along Sierra Highway, near the intersection of Linda Vista
Street, there is a landscaped median dividing traffic alon a landscUed
slope with mature trees and plantings is on the southern side of Sierra Highway,
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a) Less than Significant Impact: The General Plan identifies the following landforms
or features as scenic resources in the Santa Clarita Valley: scenic mountains and
canyons, scenic woodlands, scenic water bodies, and Vasquez Rocks. While Mint
Canyon is not explicitly identified on Exhibit CO-7, Scenic Resources, of the
General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element, the element identifies that in
approving new development projects, scenic views are to be considered at major
entry points such as Sierra Highway (Santa Clarita 201 lb).
The JCOZ could encourage the redevelopment of properties in this area of the City,
which was up -zoned as part of the General Plan process (2011 c). The Land Use
Element states that this area will be planned as a mixed -use corridor to create jobs
and provide new housing and commercial services for area residents, as well as for
college students and faculty.
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of Sierra Highway extend to an elevation of around 2,200 feet. The JCOZ would
allow for buildings erected to a height five stories, with an additional 10 feet of
architectural elements. While this would be a marked difference in relation to the
existing primarily single -level development, the mountains would still be highly
visible above any new structures from numerous vantage points. Moreover, new
structures, unlike many of the existing structures, would adhere to the Community
Character and Design Guidelines and would contribute to the identity of Canyon
Country. The Community Character and Design Guidelines describe the desired
architectural character for this area of Santa Clarita as a rustic i natural i and timeless
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within the community with projects incorporating water features, trellises, special
paving, and plaza spaces, Moreover, the City's Community Character and Design
Guidelines for commercial development state that natural. amenities, such as views -
should be meserved, and thev contain a series Of Drincioles aimed at buffering-
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development from residential land uses and maintaining attractive natural
amenities.
Furthermore, the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development project
and would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. Specific
development proposals would require project -level environmental review pursuant
to CEQA. Therefore, based on the analysis above, the proposed JCOZ would not
have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista. Impacts in this regard would be
less than significant.
b) Less than Significant Impact: The closest officially designated state scenic
highway is part of the Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, SR-2, from La Caffada-
Flintridge north to the San Bernardino County line (Caltrans 2011). This state scenic
highway is approximately 20 miles east of the USH JCOZ area
In the Santa Clarita area, Caltrans identifies 1-5 as an eligible state scenic highway.
The designated eligible segment of 1-5 extends from the 1-210 interchange to the
SR-126/Newhall Ranch Road interchange and, at its closest proximity, is
approximately 7.5 miles west of the USH area. SR-126 from the Santa Claritz
boundary at 1-5 to SR-150 to the west is also designated as an eligible state scenic
highway and, at its closest proximity, is approximately 9 miles west of the USH
area.
The 20-mile distance and the mountainous terrain in the Santa Clarita Valley make
it unlikely that any future development within the USH JCOZ area would be visible
from the officially designated Angeles Crest Scenic Byway. Further, the distance
from the eligible state scenic highway portions of 1-5 and SR-126, coupled with the
intervening terrain, make the USH area not visible from 1-5. Therefore, the proposed
project would not substantially damage scenic resources within a state scenic
highway. Impacts in this regard are less than significant.
c) Less than Significant Impact: As discussed in response a) the USH JCOZ area is
situated in Mint Canyon with the mountains and rolling hillsides framing Sierra
Highway as it travels from the southwest to the northeast. Within this portion of
Santa Clarita, the surrounding mountains rise to an elevation of approximately 2,200
feet and are the dominant visual characteristic in the USH JCOZ area. While the
JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development, development in accordance
with the JCOZ could result in taller structures being erected in this area, potentially
to a height of five stories with an additional 10 feet of architectural elements.
Despite the potential for taller structures, future buildings entitled through the JCOZ
process would continue the pattern of commercial development of the area.
Additionally, new structures would incorporate the architectural features as set forth
in the Community Character and Design Guidelines. Nevertheless, future
development proposals in this area would require project -level environmental
review pursuant to CEQA to determine impacts to the area's existing visual
character. As such, the proposed JCOZ would have a less than significant impact on
the visual character or quality of the area and its surroundings
d) Less Than Significant Impact: The USH area is a developed area with existill
sources of light throughout, including streetlights along Sierra Highway, overhe
parking lot lights, building security and accent lights, traffic signals, vehi
headlights, and landscape lighting. The proposed project consists of an overl
zone that would alter the entitlement process for office development projects t
exceed the height limit set forth in the USH area, which is entirely zoned C .
proposed project would not entitle or fund any specific projects that would direc
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allowed in this area without an approved CUP; however, light sources resulting
from new development would be required to comply with the provisions of the
City's Unified Development Code regulating lighting, including Section
17.51.050,, Outdoor Lighting Standards, and Section 17,51,080 SignRegulations
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buildings, such as terra cotta, stone, brick, tile, and wood, would not create
significant sources of glare. Therefore, the proposed project would not directly
or nighttime views in the area.
Valencia Industrial Center Area
Existing Conditions
The Valencia Industrial Center area is bifurcated into t,
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The eastern node is characterized by a variety of one- and two-story office buildings on
relatively flat terrain. The existing business park and commercial structures within the
eastern node are one to two stories in heightt*lus architectural treatments alun���v�
of the buildings, and are constructed of commonly used materials, such as stucco, and
concrete panels/ blocks with stone, glass, and metal accents. This design is effectively
displayed in Appendix G, Photograph 18, which shows a two-story office/industrial
building using concrete panel construction, with glass, metal, and stone accent materials
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articulation for visual interest and to distinguish individual storefronts, as well as
decorative fa,,zades and entrances, ' Weridix G_ PhotogravAc-2-Alinviiall-2 and I i show
typical street intersections and the built environment within the eastern node of the
proposed Valencia Industrial Center area.
the proposed area, and three- and four-story hotels and three- and five -story office
buildings in the northwest comer of the ALQ#,Advanced Bionics
building, displayed in Appendix G, Photograph 13. Similar to the eastern node of the
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concrete tianels/blocks with stone lass, and metal accents. However thenorthwestern
portion of this area contains taller office and hotel buildings, such as three-story
Courtyard by Marriott, a four-story Embassy Suites, and a five -story Homewood Hotel
that is entitled but not vpt (-.()mj2lete. The two oonullte hotels are shown in Annendix G
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along the roofline for visual interest. The northwestern portion of the proposed area
contains three- to five -story office buildings, surrounded by surface parking lots. These
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stone, glass, and metal accents, as well as building articulation and architectural
treatments along the roofline for visual interest (Appendix G, Photographs 13, 16, and
17).
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Clarita Valley to the south. Newhall Ranch Road contains four lanes of traffic in either
direction and is not designated as a scenic route in the Santa Clarita General Plan or by
Caltrans.
Traveling along Rye Canyon Road, Avenue Stanford, and Avenue Scott, views of
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setbacks and mature landscaping (see Appendix G, Photographs 2 through 9 and 12).
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the northeast; electrical utility infrastructure and hilly, undeveloped terrain to the
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zoned SP. The entire proposed Valencia Industrial Center is zoned BP.
Evaluation of Impacts
a) Less Than Significant Impact: The General Plan identifies the following
landforms or features as scenic resources in the Santa Clarita Valley: scenic
mountains and canyons, scenic woodlands, scenic water bodies, and Vasquez
Rocks. As shown on Exhibit CO-7 of the General Plan Conservation and Open
Space Element (2011 b), unique landforms and features are not found within the
proposed Valencia Industrial Center area. The area is fully developed with office
and industrial uses. Nevertheless, urban development has the potential to impair
views of scenic resources across the proposed area. In this context, while the JCOZ
does not entitle or fund any specific development, it is likely that the overlay zone
would result in an increase in taller structures within the proposed Valencia
Industrial Center area. These structures could reach up to five stories in height.
Such structures would be similar in height to the existing five -story office building
located at the western edge of the proposed area and an entitled five -story hotel
along Newhall Ranch Road. As described above, existing buildings within the area
include one- and two-story office and industrial buildings, a two-story senior living
facility on the north side of the proposed area, three- and four-story hotel buildings,
and three- and five -story office buildings (see Appendix G photographs). Hilly
terrain creates opportunities to view ridgelines that surround the area to the far
south and the immediate north. Steep terrain north of the proposed area is visible
to motorists traveling on Newhall Ranch Road and bicyclists and pedestrians
traveling on the Bouquet Canyon Trail and would not be obstructed by any future
development within the proposed JCOZ area, which is south of Newhall Ranch
Road. Looking south, Newhall Ranch Road and the Bouquet Canyon Trail offer
horizon views of the Santa Clarita Valley, including landmarks, such as Six Flags
amusement is and distant mountain ranges (see Appendix G, Photograph 10).
There are no designated scenic overlooks on either Newhall Ranch Road or
Bouquet Canyon Trail. The San Francisquito Creek Trail is a multiuse trail that
runs alone the San Francisquito Creek and Santa Clara River on the south and east
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the proposed area—buddia&hvaghts within the proposed area would not im1pact the
ability of trail users to view scenic resources within the river or creek beds.
surrounding land uses into and through the proposed Valencia Industrial Center
area. For example, there are limited views of the proposed area from single- and
multifamily residential neighborhood to the east (SP zone). Views of the proposed
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vegetation within the proposed JCOZ area and along the San Francisquito Creek
bed. Further, the primary scenic resources viewable from the residential areas to
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Based on the analysis above, the propogbd JCOZ would not have a substantim
adverse effect on a scenic vista. Impacts in this regard would be less th
significant. Furthennore, the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any speci I
development project and would not result in any direct physical changes to t �1
environment. Specific development proposals would require project-lev
environmental review pursuant to CEQA.
Moreover, future development in the proposed JCOZ would be subject to t
City's Community Character and Design Guidelines, which apply to business
and professional services housed in offices. The guidelines state that natur
amenities, such as views, should be preserved and contain a series of princi If
aimed at buffering development from residential land uses and maintain'
attractive natural amenities. The guidelines also identify that to maintain natur
amenities, such as important views, development should be clustered in areas
less environmental sensitivity, which is consistent with proposing a JCOZ in
already urbanized Valencia Industrial Center area.
b) Less Than Significant Impact: The closest officially designated state scenic
highway is part of the Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, SR-2, from La Caflada-
Flintridge north to the San Bernardino County line (Caltrans 2011). This state
scenic highway is approximately 25 miles away ftom the proposed Valencia
Industrial Center area.
SR-126/Newhall Ranch Road interchange, which is at the northwest corner of HE
proposed area. SR-126 from the Santa Clarita. boundary at 1-5 to SR-150 to
west is also designated as an eligible state scenic highway.
Scenic views from 1-5 near the -Qrop.osed JCOZ area include mountain
south, east, west, and north of the proposed JCOZ area. Existing developme
within the proposed Valencia Industrial Center area, ii1cluding existing five-sto
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east, west, and south of the proposed JCOZ area. Views of mountainous terra,
north of the proposed Valencia Industrial Center area are available fftrom 1-5 a]
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of of the proposed JCOZ area, which would not be obstructe7dby t woul A=
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substantially damage scenic resources, including those within a state scenic
highway. Impacts in this regard are less than significant.
c) Less Than Significant Impact: As previously discussed, the proposed Valencia
Industrial Center area is a built-up, urbanized area, apart from an existing overhead
powerline easement bifurcating the proposed area. Buildings in the Valencia
Industrial Center area utilize a range of materials, such as flagstone, brick,
concrete, stucco, glass, wood, and tiles. As described above, examples of the use
of these materials are effectively displayed in Appendix G, Photographs 10, 13,
16, and18. Use of these materials in new development projects, as well as
recommendations for site planning, building massing, and neighborhood
continuity, is encouraged in the City's Community Character and Design
Guidelines (2009). Regarding building heights, the buildings in this area are mostly
one- to two-story office and light industrial buildings with building heights less
than the maximum 35-foot height threshold, plus architectural treatments, allowed
without a CUP; however, several buildings in the area, including three- and four-
story hotel buildings and three -to -five -story office structures, do rise above 35 feet
in height.
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the CUP height threshold set forth in within the Valencia Industrial Center are
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which is entirely zoned BP. The proposed project would not entitle or fund a
specific projects that would directly have a physical impact on tLheenvironme
As such, no new sources of light or glare would be added to this area as a Jdire
result of the propasad_nrai_ecL—The_tr*xt-m-iL!-4�--P"su. . e
office or industrial buildings than are currently allowed in this area without
aDDroved CUP: however. lialit sources resul&tq fro,-tu Ttew devolon-ii e-it would
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industrial buildings in the area. Therefore, the proposed project would not directly
or nighttime views in the area.
Valencia Town Center Area
Existina Conditions
The largest single land use in the Valencia Town Center area is the Valencia Town Center
mall. The center opened in 1992 and, as described in the Santa Clarita General Plan, is a
regional shoppiria mall with almost 2 million sauare feet of retail. restaurants. and office
Valencia Town Center Area encompasses approximately 205 acres.
As shown in Appendix H, the Valencia Town Center area is a built-up urbanized area
with structures that range from one to six stories. The tallest structure is the six -story
Cunard/Princess retail and office building that rises to 99 feet along Town Center Drive
near the intersection of McBean Parkwk,
structures include the five-stw Watt Hotel, locatid along Wi4ljQ!
intersection Tfown Center -trive (Appenclixr"l—,Thotograph 26), tne live -story mixed -
use residential and retail building under construction at McBean Parkway and Mall
Entrance Drive (Appendix H, Photograph 3 1), and the three-story Santa Clarita Valley
Medical Plaza building at McBean parkway and Valencia Boulevard (Appendix H,
Photograph 25). Notable buildings in the Valencia Town Center are referenced in the
photo key in Appendix H.
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As described in the paragraphs below, views into, through, and from the Valencia Town
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along these roadways. An internal street network comprising minor and private streets
facilitates vehicular mobility and connectivity.
Traveling along Magic Mountain Parkway, which is the northern boundary of the
Valencia Town Center area, the six -lane major roadway is lined with mature trees and
ornamental landscaping. The views into the Valencia Town Center area are of office,
retail, and commercial land uses. The six -story Cunard/Princess retail and office building
(Appendix H, Photograph 22) and a five -story parking structure (Appendix H,
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in Appendix H, the immediate view eastward down Magic Mountain Parkway at the
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north, the Pier I and Target retail stores to the south, and ornamental landscaping that
the Valencia Town Center mall) and views of the surface parking lots before the mall
becomes visible. In the opposite direction, Appendix H, Photograph 18 looks westward
down Magic Mountain Parkway from the intersection of Valencia Boulevard. At this
location, visible in the foreground is the single -story Auto Nation Dealership with
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also visible in this westward direction. In the background are distant views of the
mountains.
Along the eastern and southern portions of the Valencia Town Center area is Valencia
Boulevard, a six -lane major roadway. Structures along Valencia Boulevard range in
roadway, and it has a landscaped center median (see Appendix H, Photograph 17).
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elevated vantage point are partially obstructed by vegetation and buildings.
Looking east along Valencia Boulevard at the intersection with McBean Parkway
(Appendix H, Photograph 9), the commercial land uses associated -with the Valencia
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Qrnamental landscklo-ing line the boulevard.
Appendix H, Photographs 7 and 8 also document the visual environment at the
intersection of Valencia Boulevard and McBean Parkway, with views to the north and
south. Like other views in the Valencia Town Center area, multistory office and
commercial structures are visible in the foreground. Typical of the area, the visible
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neutral colors. Mature trees and ornamental landscaping serve as a buffer between the
structures themselves and the public rights -of -way. To the north, distant mountain views
are visible in the background as seen in Appendix H, Photograph 8.
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McBean Parkway, along the western boundary of the Valencia Town Center area, is also
a major roadway. As with other areas in the vicinity, the area is characterized by
multist06 office and commercial building, as well as mixed -use retail Wd rgidential
Parkway, near the intersection of McBean Parkway and Valencia Boulevard is the
the city and the region. Also along the western side of McBean Parkway are the five-
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of this western entrance into the center, looking eastward down Town Center Drive
toward the mall. As depicted in Photograph 11, at this location, both sides of Town Center
Drive are lined with multistory commercial buildings with angled street parking and
landscape features including lighting and mature trees. Addonally, Appendix H,
Photograph 14 depicts the north -facing view along McBean Parkway from the
intersection with Town Center Drive. At this location- visible are
and retail structure on the west and Gold's Gym on the east. These structures depict the
architectural s 6 le and elements that tvi)i 6 and are encouraied throughout the Valencia
line the sidewalks and parkway median. Looking north down McBean Parkway are
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additional commercial and restaurant establishments, with intermixed surface parkin.,4
lots. At this location, mature landscaping lines both McBean Parkway and W. Del Monte
11rive (Appendix H, Photographs 5 and 6).
built environment in the middle ground, and mountains in the background.
Evaluation of IMgacts
Less Than Significant Impact. The General Plan identifies the following
landforms or features as scenic resources in the Santa Clarita Valley: scenic
mountains and canyons, scenic woodlands, scenic water bodies, and Vasque--4
Rocks. As shown on Exhibit CO-7 of the General Plan Conservation and Open
Space Element, none of these landforms or features exist in the Valencia Town
Center area. However, as stated in the General Plan, "Urban development has the
context, while the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development, it is
likely that the overlay zone would result in an increase in taller structures in the
Valencia Town Center area. These structures could reach up to five stories with
heights of approximately 70 to 80 feet with an additional 10 feet of architectural
features. Such structures would be similar to the height and scale of existing
buildings in the Valencia Town Center' area. As discussed previously, the tallest
existing structure in the area is the six -story Cunard/Princess retail and office
building, which is 99 feet in height. As shown in Appendix H of this Initial Study,
that could be developed under the parameters of the JCOZ (see Appendix H,
Photographs 22, 23, 26 28, and 31). The JCOZ would not incentivize the
construction of structures at heights greater than what is already present in the
Valencia Town Center area. Thus, while the number of multistory structures in the
area niaV increase with theK1QZ, such new bttfldbias would Jamely contribute to
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distant views of mountain backdrops may occur as the JCOZ area builds out, such
encroachments would be consistent with the existing built environment.
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backdrop views from area roadways, including McBean Parkway, Valencia
Parkway, and Magic Mountain Parkway, which are generally the least obstructed
yP,PJ),Aews in the area, would remain. Therefore. the JCOZ would not �jgnificantly
impact views from roadways within and surrounding the Valencia Town Center
area, which are the primary publicly accessible views in the area.
In -,Addition to views along area roadwa, ,a. there are limited views from surrounding
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facing views of the Valencia Town Center area. As shown in Appendix H,
Photogr yh 10. these views are alreadv dominated bv, existing multistor;i structures,
which obstruct views farther into and through the area. There is also an urban
residential zone to the west of the Valencia Town Center area (the,Woodlands
community), which is separated from the proposed JCOZ area by open space (see
Appendix H, Photograph 19). Views from this community include rolling open
the background. The proposed JCOZ could result in additional taller structures in
t,%%-viidgrioiijjLd-Qf-t�.,�,e�;iewshed from this neighborhood. However similar to future
views from area roadways, such new buildings would largely contribute to the
existing development pattern of the area. While buildings approved through the
proposed JCOZ process could encroach into distant views of the mountain
backdrop, such encroachments would be consistent with the existing built
�p�osed JC�OZwo�uldnotAgnificantiv impact views
from land uses surrounding the Valencia Town Center area, including from
surrounding residential areas.
Based on the analysis above, the proposed JCOZ would not have a substantial
adverse effect on a scenic vista or on views. Impacts in this regard would be less
than significant. Furthermore, the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific
environment. Specific development proposals would require project -level
environmental review pursuant to CEQA.
Y*r,&,*.vm"C-A7irre develocment in th 'Froyosed JCOZ would be subject to the Ci 's
Community Character and Design Guidelines, which apply to businesses and
professional services housed in offices. The guidelines state that natural amenities
such as views should be preserved and contain a series of principles aimed at
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amenities. The guidelines also identify that to maintain natural amenities, such as
important views, development should be clustered in areas of less environmental
already built-up Valencia Town Center area.
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highway is approximately 20 miles away from the Valencia Town Center area.
J fie designated eligible segment of 1-5 extends from the 1-2 10 interchange to the
SR- 126/Newhall Ranch Road interchange and is approximately 1. 1 miles from the
Valencia Town Center area. SR-126 from the Santa Clarita boundary at 1-5 to SR-
150 to the west is also designated as an eligible state scenic highway.
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the officially designated Angeles Crest Scenic Byway. Further, existing
development, trees, and terrain prevent motorists on 1-5 from seeing the Valencia
Town Center area. There are also no ridgelines, rock outcroppings, historic
resources, natural open spaces, topographic formations, landscapes that contribute
to a high level of visual quality, or other scenic resources in the proposed JCOZ
area. Therefore, the proposed project would not substantially damage scenic
less than significant.
Less Than Significant Impact: As previously discussed, the Valencia Town
Center area is a built-up, urbanized area with structures that range in height from
one to six stories, the tallest structure being the six -story, 99-foot-high
Cunard/Princess retail and office building near the intersection of Town Center
Drive and McBean Parkway (Appendix H, Photograph 22). The existing buildings
in the Valencia Town Center area include retail, restaurant, residential,
public/institutional, and commercial office buildings that use a range of building
materials, including stone and flagstone, brick, concrete, stucco, glass, wood, and
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(2009). Regarding building height, several existing buildings in the area are five
stories tall or taller, including the five -story Hyatt Valencia on McBean Parkway
mixed -use, residential, and office bui dings t at are four stories tall or less,
,including a large regional mall that is 50 feet tall at its highest point.
As discussed in the Project Description of this Initial Study, the proposed project
would create an overlay zone that would streamline the entitlement process for
office and industrial develo-
,Qment qm�ects which exceed the_QL1UhdZWhresh_Wd_
set forth in their underl inUzones which fortheVale i !'i Tnvm e ter
development would need to comply with the City's Unified Development Code afi
Community Character and Design Guidelines, future development utilizing t
proposed JCOZ incentives would likely compban formM
would be unlikely to degrade the existing visual character or quality of this are
Nevertheless i future develo i ment i rovosals in this area would rewuire proiect-lev
visual character. Therefore, the proposed JCOZ would have a less than signific
impact on the visual character or quality of the area and its surroundings.
Less Than Significant Impact: The Valencia Town Center area is a ftull
developed area with existing sources of light throughout, including streetlig
overhead parking lot lights, building security and accent lights, traffic signa
vehicle headlights, and landscape lighting. The proposed project consists of
area, which is entirely zoned CR. The proposed project would not entitle or
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As such, no new sources of light or glare would be added to this area as a dire a dire
result of the proposed project. The project could encourage development of tall' wl
however, ligl�t sources resulting from new development would be' required 0
comply with the provisions of the City's Unified Development Code regulan V
lighting, including Section 17.51.050, Outdoor Lighting Standards, and Secti
1151.080, Siga&gulations (subsection F Xt��s I �sip illuminationj). Adhleren
to these code requirements, which regulate placement, shielding, and hours
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operation of lights and lighted signs, would prevent significant sourc; s
retail, and restaurant buildings in the area. Nevertheless, light and
resulting from future development would be analyzed on a case
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environmental review pursuant to CEQA. Therefore, the proposed project wou
not generate any substantial light or glare impacts and would not detract fro
daytime or nighttime views in the area. I
11. AGRICULTURE a) No Impact: As stated in the Project Description of this Initial Study, the proposed
AND FORESTRY project would only apply to specific areas of the City within the CR, CC, BP, MX-
RESOURCES C, SP and PI zones. The majority of the proposed JCOZ areas have been disturbed
by past and existing development, apart from one location (Needham Ranch), which
has an existing phased development agreement to subdivide 508.2 acres of land into
68 industrial lots, 4 water tank lots, I helipad lot, 33 open space lots, and roadways
and rights -of -way. Per the California Department of Conservation's California
Important Farmland Finder (CIFF), all of the areas for the proposed overlay zone
except the Needham Ranch area are identified as "Urban and Built -Up Land," which
is defined as land occupied by structures with a building density of at least I unit
i)er 1.5 acres. The Needham Ranch area is identified as "Grazing—Lan-d" by thy CIFF
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grazina of livestock.1 does not constitute prime farmland, unique
farmland, or farmland of f' imiortance Furthermore4 ifi •! f'f `
Land within the NeedhamRancharea. As proposed project d. not
[�,rime farmland, unique farmland, or f of statewide importance.
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the proposed projectwould not ! zoning for agricultural use 1:r
Williamson Act contracts and would have no related impacts.
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desi nationsof BP f"' and Pl. Thef ;f f f ' f areas are not located
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existing zoning for forestland. Therefore, implementation of the proposed project
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timberland, or timberland zoned as Timberland Production. No impact would occur.
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wouldBP. CR. CC. MX-C. SP. and Pl. �h� mai oritv-of the Droj2osed JCOZ areas are built
by low desert scrub and chaparral habitat with some scattered tree species
throughout the area that do not constitute a forest. Further, the proposed project
not entitle or f...... any specific development would result in conversion
or loss of forestland. Because the proposed project areas do not contain any
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Likewise, no forestland is located within the proposed JCOZ areas or in the vicinity.
As a result, no farmland or forestland would be converted to other uses under the
proposed project, and no impact would occur.
fQUALITY Less Than SignificantBoth f', Agency
(USEPA) f the CaliforniaAir Resources Board + established
ambientqualitystandards F. i i pollutants. Thoseambient
standards represent safe levels of contaminants that avoid specific adverse health
effects associated with each pollutant. The ambient air quality standards cover what
are called "criteria" pollutants because the health and other effects of each pollutant
are described in criteria documents. Areas that meet ambientquality standards
are classified as attainment areas, .` areas that do not meet these standardsare
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quality standards. The current AQMP was adopted in 2016. The AQMP
accommodates population growth and transportation projections based on the
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SCAG are consistent with the AQMP.
The proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for projects that
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implementation of the applicable air quality plan; therefore, impacts are less than
significant.
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lead, PM1o, andPM2.5. The proposed project would not entitle or fund any specific
development projects and, thus, would not result in any direct air quality impacts.
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General Plan, the proposed JCOZ could result in air pollutant emissions from
construction activities, increased vehicle use, natural gas combustion, and other
building operation sources. Such emissions could incrementally contribute to the
the development standards that restrict the intensity or density of development
wit'mi-i Vie linorligiiig rea ratio standards). Thus, adoition
air pollutants generated by land uses in the JCOZ areas. Similarly, since no
development projects are currently proposed that could utilize the JCOZ process,
areas are currently unknown (grading requirements, operational features, timing,
emissions that could result from adoption of the proposed JCOZ. Any future
development project utilizing the proposed JCOZ process would require
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quality standard, substantial contribution to an existing or projected air quality
violation, or cumulatively considerable net increase of any nonattainment criteria
pollutant. Impacts in these regards are considered less than significant.
Less Than Significant Impact: Ambient air quality standards have been
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with cardiovascular and chronic respiratory diseases. Locations where sensitive
receptors congregate include schools, hospitals, and residences.
The proposed project would create an overlay zone, which would streamline the
entitlement process for projects that exceed the CUP height threshold of their
underlying zones. Sensitive receptors, such as residential uses, exist within and
adjacent to some of the proposed JCOZ areas. The Valencia Town Center area
contains multifamily residential development in the northwest comer of the
proposed JCOZ area. Residential development immediately abuts the proposed
JCOZ area to the south. Many of the other JCOZ areas are near residential uses;
however. the areas are separated by a buffer such as a river-. creek-, golf course,
major arterial roadway, or ridgeline.
Construction emissions would be reduced through implementation of existing
reaulatory requirements, such as SCAOMD Rule 403 for fbeitive dust control. and
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areas would not likely expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
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that would expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations. As
such, this impact would be less than significant. Moreover, any future office and
industrial development that would use the proposed JCOZ process would remain
subject to CEQA.
No Impact: According to the SCAQMD CEQA Air Quality Handbook (J99%_r
uses associated with odor com_tllaints typicall, - y include -agricultural uses, wastewater
treatment Dlants, food Drocessing pliants, chemical plant%--c- omoing-ieft-cries-
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landfills, dairies, and fiberglass molding. The proposed project would utilize an
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on the environment. The proposed project would have no impact.
IV. BIOLOGICAL 1.�a) No Impact: Sensitive plant and animal species have been identified in areas
RESOURCES throughout the City, including in areas proposed for the JCOZ. Exhibit CO-4 of the
General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element (Santa Clarita 201 lb) shows
that sensitive plants have been found in the central and western portions of the City.
Sensitive animals have also been found in the central portion of the City, along the
11 Santa Clara River.
As discussed in the Project Description of this Initial Study, the proposed JCOZ
areas are mostly urbanized. The Needham Ranch area contains natural grassland
habitat on undulating terrain on the northeast portion of the area. As a result, the
species. The biological resources of the Needham Ranch area are ftirther
King Industrial Park development, and the area is currently undergoing phased
construction on the southeast portion of the JCOZ area. The biological resources
section of this EIR addendum is
by request at the City of Santa Clarita planning counter and on
www.CEDAnet.ca.aovbvse M1021121. T'te XleedAais
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area is adjacent to California gnatcatcher critical habitat to the west and east, as
201 lb, p. CO-29). Other natural habitat may exist on the steep, undeveloped slopes
surrounding the Rye Canyon/Southern California Innovation Park area. While
special -status species of plants or animals could exist within the JCOZ areas, the
proposed project would not entitle or fund any development; therefore, the project
would not have a direct physical impact on the environment. Further, future
review
pursuant to CEQA. As such.f lfd:'f prq:iect would not have an adverse effect
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(CDFW) or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
No Impact: Although there is no riparian habitat within the JCOZ areas, the
Valencia Industrial Center JCOZ area is located immediately north of riverine
habitat within the Santa Clara Riverbed (USFWS 2018a). However, the Valencia
Industrial Center JCOZ area is a fully urbanized area and contains no sensitive
natural community. Importantly, the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any
specific development projects. Therefore, the proposed project would not have a
substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural
or USFWS, and there would be no impact.
No Impact: Wetlands are defined by Section 404 of the federal Clean Water Act as
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duration sufficient to support and that normally does support a prevalence of
vegetation adapted to life in saturated soils. Wetlands include areas, such as
swamps, marshes, and bogs.
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emergent wetland, and freshwater forested/shrub wetland habitat concentrated
along the Santa Clara River and its tributaries. The database also shows that the
Valencia Industrial Center JCOZ area, which is immediately north of the Santa
Clara River, previously contained a limited amount of freshwater forested/shrub
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industrial buildings and currently contains no wetland habitat. The National
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&Qor fund an3L_st_=ific1,:-ro_iects. Therefore. th osed yx_cClect would not
have a direct physical impact on the environment or have an adverse effect on
federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
No Impact: The proposed project would establish procedures for approving
projects with building heights that exceed CUP height threshold set for their
underlying zone. As previously stated, the proposed project would not entitle or
fund any specific projects. Therefore, it would not result in any direct physical
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migratory wildlife corridors to impede the use of a native wildlife nursery site. As
such, the proposed project would have no impact.
No Impact: Santa Clarita Municipal Code Section 17.51.040, Oak Tree
Preservation, includes regulations to protect and preserve oak trees in the City. The
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defines a protected oak tree as any oak meeting the minimum circumference of 6
inches (approximately 2-inch diameter) at 4.5 feet above natural grade (breast
height). To obtain a permit, an oak tree report is required that includes diameter,
species, health assessment, appraisals of each tree's value according to the
International Society of Arboriculture's current edition of the Guide for Plant
Appraisal, photographs, and trunk, dripline, and protected zone location
native vegetation by prior development. Areas, such as the Needham Ranch and
steep slopes surrounding disturbed areas. While some oak trees may exist in these
and other JCOZ areas Q_prfry sed pruiect would not entitle or fund an- specific
development that would have a direct physical impact on the environment.
biological resources, such as protected oak trees within the City.
No Impact: As with all of Santa Clarita, the project areas are not within a habitat
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regional, or state habitat conservation plan (CDFW 2017). Therefore, the proposed
project would not conflict with any adopted habitat conservation plans, and the
project would have no related impacts.
g) No Impact: Of all proposed JCOZ areas, only the southern portion of the Needham
Ranch JCOZ area is within a significant ecological area (SEA) identified on Exhibit
CO-5 of the City's General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element (City of
Santa Clarita, p. CO-32). The southern portion of the proposed Needham Ranch
JCOZ area is within the Santa Susana Mountains/Simi Hills SEA. Other JCOZ
areas, such as the Valencia Industrial Center area and the Saugus Speedway area,
are adjacent to, but do not overlap with, the Santa Clara River SEA. The proposed
project would not entitle or fund any specific projects and, thus, would not result in
any direct physical environmental changes in areas that are within or adjacent to
SEAs identified in Exhibit CO-5. Any future development in these areas would be
subject to CEQA review. Because the proposed project would not have a direct
act on SEAs, the proiect would have no related impacts.
V. CULTURAL a) No Impact: There are no known buildings, structures, natural features, works of
RESOURCES art, or similar objects within the areas proposed for the JCOZ that are listed on the
National Register of Historic Places, the California Register of Historical
Resources, or a local register or which have a significant historic value to the City.
There are two historical resources near the Needham Ranch area, on the south side
of the City: the Lyon Station/Eternal Valley Cemetery (immediately north of the
Needham Ranch JCOZ area) and the Pioneer Oil Refinery (immediately northwest
of the Needham Ranch JCOZ area) (Santa Clarita 201 1b, p. CO-43). Because there
are no historical resources within the proposed JCOZ areas, and since the proposed
project would not entitle or fund any projects within the JCOZ areas, there are no
historical resources that would be demolished, relocated, removed, or significantly
altered by the project. Moreover, any future development project using the proposed
JCOZ approval process would be subject to CEQA. Therefore, the proposed project
would not cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical
resource, and the project would have no related impacts.
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b) No Impact: . - Within the proposed JCOZ areas, the proposed project would rely on
an existing Director of Community Development -level discretionary process, rather
than a CUP, to allow for the construction of office buildings up to five stories tall
and industrial buildings up to 55 feet tall. The proposed project would not entitle or
fund any specific projects. Specific development in the future would require
discretionary review by the City and, thus, would remain subject to CEQA.
Therefore, since the proposed project would not result in any direct physical
changes tote environment, there would be no impact on archaeological resources.
c) No Impact: Within the proposed JCOZ areas, the proposed project would rely on
an existing Director of Community Development -level discretionary process, rather
than a CUP, to allow for the construction of office buildings up to five stories tall
and industrial buildings up to 55 feet tall. The proposed project would not entitle or
fund any specific projects. Therefore, the proposed project would not result in any
direct physical changes to the environment and there would be no impact to
paleontological resources.
d) No Impact: There are no known human remains within the areas identified for the
proposed JCOZ. None of the project areas contain all or part of a formal cemetery
and none are known to have been used for disposal of historic or prehistoric human
remains. Further, the proposed project would not entitle or fund any specific
projects. As a result, the proposed project would not directly result in ground
disturbance or grading. Therefore, the proposed project would not have an impact
on an remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries.
VI. GEOLOGY AND
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SOILS
i. Less than Significant Impact: The Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning
Act (Fault Act), adopted by the state of California in 1972, requires
identification of known fault hazard areas on a map and prohibits construction
of specified building types within these fault hazard areas. The primary
purpose of the Fault Act is to prevent the construction of buildings used for
human occupancy on the surface trace of active faults. Pursuant to this law,
the State Geologist has established Special Studies Zones around active faults,
as depicted on as distributed to all cities and counties. Local agencies are
required to regulate development within these Special Studies Zones. The City
of Santa Clarita General Plan Safety Element Exhibit S®1 identifies two
Alquist-Priolo Fault Zones, both of which are outside of the City's
jurisdictional limits (Santa Clarita 2011 e, p. SA). None of the proposed JCOZ
areas are within an Alquist-Priolo Fault Zone. Yet there are known active and
potentially active earthquake faults within the City, the most prominent of
which is the San Gabriel fault. Hence, future development in the JCOZ areas
would occur in areas subject to seismic activity.
The JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development, result in direct
changes to the physical envirom-nent, or alter the allowable types or
intensification of land uses in the proposed JCOZ. The JCOZ does, however,
streamline the process for exceeding the UDC's height development standard
of 35 feet for commercial and industrial buildings that are within the CR, CC
and select BP, SP, and ®C zones in the City. Thus, it can be reasonably
ascertained that the JCOZ would result in an increase in taller structures in the
City. Taller structures may require additional or different engineering
standards for seismic safety than structures that are 35 feet or less in height.
Design considerations, including the engineering standards for seismic safety,
would be specific to each proposed development in a JCOZ area and as
warranted would include a geotechnical investigation.
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Future development within the JCOZ w1 f be required to comply
City Building 4f.e (Santa Clarita Municipal Code Title 18),
future developments t1 submitengineering r'geology andsoils
engineering `M4Municipal Code Sectionsi. and
18.02.240 Section 117) to identify and detail construction requirements that
account for geologic conditions and hazards.
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likely be subject to strong seismic ground shaking. However, the risks of
earthquake damage f,` r be minimized through proper engineering, design, and
construction.
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in height may beapproved, it is likely that the JCOZ would result in taller
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The JCOZ does not1. any specificdevelopment 1 would not
result in direct physical changesto the environment.portions of
the
proposed JCOZ areas are within mapped liquefaction hazard areas, it is
li,ossible thatdevelopment f be f i.....
liquefaction risks. As noted in Response of f future
(Jevok,wincril within the JCOZ would be required to corro* with the City
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Building Code (Santa Clarita Municipal Code Title 18), which requires future
developments to submit an engineering geology report and soils engineering
report to identify and detail construction requirements that account for
geologic conditions and hazards.
Since the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development or result in
direct physical changes to the environment, and since future development
would be subject to the stipulations set forth in the City Building Code,
approval of the proposed JCOZ would not cause potential substantial adverse
effects involving seismic -related ground failure, including liquefaction.
Impacts in relation to this issue would be less than significant.
iv. Less than Significant Impact: The Seismic Hazard Zones map of the City's
General Plan Safety Element identifies areas within the General Plan planning
area that are susceptible to earthquake -induced landslides (Santa Clarita
2011 e, p. S- 12). As shown in Exhibit S-3, much of the City may be subj ect to
earthquake -induced landslides, including areas that are identified for the
JCOZ.
The JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development and would not
result in direct physical changes to the environment. It is, however, likely that
future development within the JCOZ would be in areas that are subject to
earthquake -induced landslides. As noted in Response VI.a)i of this Initial
Study, future development within the JCOZ would be required to comply with
the City Building Code (Santa Cla Municipal Code Title 18), which
requires future developments to submit an engineering geology report and
soils engineering report to identify and detail construction requirements that
account for geologic conditions and hazards.
Therefore, since the JCOZ would not entitle or fimd any specific development
or result in direct physical changes to the environment and because future
development in the JCOZ would be subject to the City Building Code, the
JCOZ would not cause potential substantial adverse effects involving
landslides. Impacts in relation to this issue would be less than significant.
Less Than Significant Impact: The JCOZ does not entitle or flind any specific
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Responses VI.a)iii and VI.a)iv of this Initial Study.
Subsidence is the gradual, local settling or sinking of the earth's surface with little
or no horizontal motion. Subsidenc; a occurs as a result of tVe-extractioirof
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been reported in the planning area (Santa Clarita 201 le).
The City of Santa Clarita Municipal Code, Title 18, Building Code requires soil and
eotechnical investi - ations to be yreyared-far-girading or new construction in areas
with a potential unstable geologic unit to alleviate potential hazards from soil
instability.
Since the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any specific development and
would not result in a direct change on the physical environment, and since future
development within the proposed JCOZ would be subject to further geologic
investigations, the project would have a less than significant impact in relation to
unstable geologic units, unstable soils, landslides, lateral spreading, subsidence,
liquefaction, and collapse.
Less Than Significant Impact: Expansive soils contain minerals that are capable
of absorbing water. When they absorb water, they increase in volume. Expansive
soils can result in cracked foundations and floors. The proposed JCOZ would not
entitle or fund any specific development or result in any direct changes in the
physical envirom-nent. The proposed JCOZ would streamline the process for the
the proposed design features would create or exacerbate a condition of expansive
soils.
Therefore, since the proposed JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific
development and would not result in direct changes to the physical environment,
specific geotechnical investigations, the JCOZ would have a less than significant
impact in relation to expansive soils.
c) No Impact: The proposed JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development
and would not result in any direct changes to the physical environment. The
proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for office and industrial
land uses with heights greater than 35 feet within certain CR, CC, BP,
and PI zones. These types of land uses would be required to connect to the municipal
sewer system. Therefore, soil suitability for septic tanks or alternative wastewater
disposal systems is not applicable in this case, and the proposed project would have
no associated impacts.
Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ does not entitle or fund any
specific development and would not result in direct physical changes to the
enviromnent. Moreover, the proposed JCOZ would not alter the types or
intensification of development allowed in the underlying CR, CC, BP, MX-C, SP,
and PI zones. It is likely that future development in the JCOZ would alter
toDoera-#jhic or surface relief features in areas that have been identified on the Santa
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projects are currently proposed that could utilize the JCOZ process, and since the
particulars of potential future development projects within the JCOZ areas are
any potential project -level impacts on topographic features that could result from
adoption of the proposed JCOZ. Any future development project utilizing the
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forth in the City of Santa Clarita Municipal Code, Title 18, Building Code.
Therefore, adoption of the proposed JCOZ, which does not entitle or fund any
not result in significant e
to changes in topography or ground surface relief features.
entitle or fund any specific development or result in any direct changes to the
physical environment. Moreover, the proposed JCOZ would not alter the types or
& and PI zones.
likely that future development within the proposed JCOZ would result in the
movement of greater than 10,000 cubic yards of cut or fill. However, since no
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to evaluate any potential project -level impacts on topographic features that could
result from adoption of the proposed JCOZ. Any future development project
utilizing the proposed JCOZ process would require consideration of CEQA at the
project level. As specific projects within the JCOZ are proposed, they would be
evaluated in relation to potential stability, erosion, or drainage impacts that could
result from earth -moving activities. Therefore, adoption of the proposed JCOZ,
which does not entitle or fund any specific development, would not result in
or more.
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slopes of I I to 25 percent on the City of Santa Clarita General Plan Conservation
and Open Space Element Exhibit CO-1 (Santa Clarita 201 lb, p. CO-7). However,
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be required to adhere to all regulations in the Municipal Code set forth for
JCOZ would have a less than
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No Impact: There are no unique geologic or physical features identified in the City
of Santa Clarita General Plan for areas identified for the proposed JCOZ (Santa
Cl2rita 20 Therefore, he pronosed iroject would not result in the destruction,
would have no related impact
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VIL GREENHOUSE a) Less Than Significant Impact: The City of Santa Clarita's Climate Action P1
GAS EMISSIONS (CAP) identifies the amount of greenhouse gases (GHG) emitted within Sa
c Clarita and establishes a set of strategies that reduces the amount of GHGs produ
in the City to a level that is consistent with the reduction goals identified in
California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (AB 32) (Health and Safety Co
Sections 38500, 38501, 28510, 38530, 38550, 38560, 38561-38565, 38570, 3857
38574, 38580, 38590, 38592-38599) (Santa Clarita 2012; CARB 2018). T
proposed project would not entitle or fund any specific projects. Thus, it would n,
result in any direct physical changes to the environment. However, the proposM.
project could indirectly result in the development of future office or industrial uses,
which could generate GHG emissions from construction activities, increased
vehicle use, natural gas combustion, and other operational sources. Such emissions
would incrementally contribute to GHG levels. Projects within a JCOZ area would
be required to be consistent with densities identified in the City's General Plan, as
any future development within the JCOZ areas must comply with underlying zone
floor area ratios. Further, the JCOZ would address General Plan Land Use Element
Policy LU 4.2.2, through which the City hopes to "achieve a balanced ratio ofjobs
to housing through business expansion and economic development programs with
a goal of at least 1.5 jobs per household" (Santa Clarita 201 1c, p. L-77). Because
land uses, goals, objectives, and policies approved under the General Plan are
forecast to meet the GHG emission reduction targets mandated by AB 32, future
development projects that are indirectly caused by the proposed project and that are
able to demonstrate consistency with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance would
be consistent with the CAP. Since the JCOZ would streamline the development
review process but would not alter the requirement for future development within
the JCOZ areas to comply with underlying zone floor area ratios, the proposed
project would be consistent with the General Plan Land Use Element, and impacts
relating to GHG emissions are less than significant.
specific projects and would, therefore, not directly result in GHG emissions.
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activities, increased vehicle use, natural gas combustion, and other operational
sources. As discussed in Resl2onse VII. of this Initial Stug iroiosc(i
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Plan land use designations or zoning designations, and would not change any
development standards that govern intensity or density (i.e., floor area ratio), the
jiro2osed JCOZ is coTtsiste-ut witli tke City's Q
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emissions of GHG i ininacts would be considered less than Wificant. In addition
VIII. HAZARDS 4) Less Than Significant Impact: Materials are generally considered hazardous if
AND 14AZARDOUS they are poisonous (toxicity), can be ignited by open flame (ignitability), corrode
MATERIALS other materials (corrosivity), or react violently, explode, or generate vapors when
mixed with water (reactivity). The term "hazardous material" is defiried in
California Health and Safety Code Section 25501 as any material that, because of
quantity, concentration, or physical or chemical characteristics, poses a significant
present or potential hazard to human health and safety or to the environment. The
code additionally states that a hazardous material becomes a hazardous waste once
it is abandoned, discarded, 4r recycled. The transportation, use, and disposal of
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hazardous mat I e I rials, as well as the potential releases of hazardous materials to the
environment, are closely regulated through many state and federal laws.
The proposed project would not entitle or ftind any specific project. Thus, it would
not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. Future development of
land uses within the proposed JCOZ areas could involve the routine transport, use,
or d isposal of hazai-dous inalerials dUl'ihg C011SO110 i011 Or operation. floweve1% sloch
projects mxild be subJect to state, mind Jocal regulatiom regarding, the
handibig and disposal of' such inaterials. "I'lle storage, disposal, alld
Safety all(] Meallh Achilitiistration (OSHA), Departinclit orroxic Substwice Control
(DTSQ, California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the Los Angeles
County Fire Department (LACoFD). Therefore, adoption of the proposed JCOZ
would not result in any significant environmental impacts regarding hazards to the
public or environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous
materials.
Less Than Significant Impact- The proposed JCOZ would streamline the
entitlement process by which office and industrial structures taller than 35 feet are
approved in certain CR, CC, BP, SP, MX-C, and PI zones. The proposed JCOZ
would not entitle or fund any specific project and the JCOZ would not change the
type or deiisity of land uses currently allowed withiiii these zoiics. Moreover, the
proposed JC0Z would not resuh iii direct physical chatiges hi the enviroinliwit. As
with atiy construction activity or coin mercial/i nd ti strial operatioii, ffiftll-e
(love, lopment of specilic latid uses iii the proposed JCOZ areas has the potential to
result ill the accidental release ofliazardous inaterials, lfowever,, the hall(fliTie Of'
hazardous materials is regulated by state, federal, and local agencies, including the
USEPA, OSHA, TSC, and the LACoFD. Therefore, since the proposed JCOZ
would not entitle or fand any specific development, would not result in any direct
changes to the cavironincifl, would uot after the types or intensity of land uses in
the proposed JCOZ, and since future developinctit hi tile JC0Z would be subject to
federal, state, and local regulations, the JCOZ would have a, less than significant
impact in relation to the reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions
involving explosion or the release of hazardous materials into the environment.
Less Than Significant Impact: There are schools located within one -quarter mile
of lands that are within the proposed JCOZ areas, such as Valencia High School,
which is less than one -quarter mile north of the Valencia Industrial Center JCOZ
area. The proposed JCOZ would not result in any direct physical changes to the
environment and would not alter the types or intensity of land uses allowed within
the underlying CR, CC, BP, MX-C, SP, and PI zones. While the JCOZ does not
entitle or fund any specific development, it is possible that future projects within
JCOZ areas could involve the emission or handling of hazardous materials during
construction or operation. The storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous
materials are regulated by several federal, state, and local agencies, including the
USEPA, SCAQMD, OSHA, DTSC, and the LACoFD, which would ensure that
future development within the proposed JCOZ areas would not adversely impact
schools. Thus, the proposed JCOZ would have a less than significant impact in
relation to this issue.
Less Than Significant Impaprope
ct: The osed JCOZ does not ntitle or fund any
specific development project. Listings of hazardous materials sites on
at a specific site. In some instances, sites may be listed due to effects from
neighboring land uses (e.g., the migration of groundwater contamination).
However, it should also be noted that a listing on an environmental database is not
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with environmental regulations related to hazardous materials, adoption of the
proposed JCOZ would not create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment related to sites listed pursuant to Government Code 65962.5.
Therefore, the project's impacts in relation to this topic are less than significant.
No Impact: The nearest public use airport is Van Nuys Airport, approximately 12
the City of Santa Clarita is within the boundaries of an airport land use plan.
Therefore, the project would not result in a safety hazard or excessive noise for
people residing or working in proximity to an airport, and the proposed project
would have no associated impacts.
No Impact: There are no private air strips in the City of Santa Clarita (Santa Clarita
2011 a). Therefore lands within the rojosed JCOZ would not be within the vicinitv
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of land uses within the JCOZ. Both City and County emergency plans provide
operational concepts, describe responsibilities, and outline procedures for
emergency response. The County has adopted an Operational Area Emergency
Response Plan, which describes the planned responses to emergencies associated
with natural and man-made disasters and technological incidents. The City's 2003
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and technological incidents. The -,olan also identifies a-pprMriate land us_e design,
9nd construction regulations to reduce losses from disasters.
emergency -related information through the City's e-alert system.
In relation to emergency evacuation, the Santa Clarita Valley has freeway access
alone, three routes-1-5 and SR-14 LyoiTiv- Tco-6L P.-tid souA—_?-#4 S1_12i, giiii-tg east
based on the nature of the emergency and the condition of the roads. Temporary
signage would be placed by the City and County Public Works Departments to
ensure that evacuation routes are clearly marked for motorists.
During the City's development review process for proposed projects, emergency
access is evaluated bN LACoFD. Adevuate road and drivexv ired
to provide access to fire trucks, along With turnouts and turnaround areas where
deemed necessary. Further, any future project within the JCOZ areas needing
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HYDROLOGY 5) Less Than Significant Impact: Section 303 of the federal Clean Water Act
AND WATER requires states to develop water quality standards to protect the beneficial uses of
,lt,UALITY receiving waters. In accordance with California's Porter/Cologne Act, the Regional
Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCBs) of the State Water Resources Control
Board (SWRCB) are required to develop water quality objectives that ensure their
region meets the requirements of Section 303 of the Clean Water Act.
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Santa Clarita is within the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles RWQCB. The Los
Angeles RWQCB adopted water quality objectives in its Stormwater Quality
Management Plan (SQMP). This SQMP is designed to ensure stormwater achieves
compliance with receiving water limitations, Thus, stormwater generated by a
development that complies with the SQMP does not exceed the limitations of
receiving waters and thus does not exceed water quality standards.
Section 402 of the Clean Water Act, which is known as the NPDES program,
section, municipalities are required to obtain permits for the water pollution
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Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) permits. Stormwater and non-stormwater
flows enter and are conveyed through the MS4 and discharged to surface water
waste discharge requirements contained in Order No. R4-2012-0175 (NPDES
Permit No. CAS004001, Waste Discharge Requirements for Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System [MS4] Discharges Within the Coastal Watersheds of Los
Angeles County, Except Discharges Originating from the City of Long Beach
NIS T,� which was adopted November 8 2012. Chapter 17.90 of the City's Unified
Development Code prescribes the requirements of the NPDES compliance for all
grading plans.
The MS4 permit requires low -impact development (LID) practices to
implemented and requires submittal of a comprehensive LID plan and analysis
demonstrate compliance with the Los Angeles County LID Standards Manu
Thus, ftiture project applicants would be required to prepare a LID plan for revie
and approval by the City that includes (1) feasibility of infiltration including
percolation report, (2) source control measures, (3) calculation of the Storrmwat'
Quality Design Volume (SWQDv), which must be retained on -site, (4) discussi 1
of the feasibility of stormwater runoff harvest and use, (5) stornmwater quali,
control measures, and (6) proposed operation and maintenance plan.
Any future development within the proposed JCOZ areas would add typical urb
nonpoint source pollutants to stormwater runoff, which would be regulated by
County's MS4 permit. While the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or ftiftmid
specific projects, any future office or industrial projects taking advanntage of t
incentives in the proposed JCOZ would be required to comply with the MS4 pe
requirements. Any future projects in the JCOZ areas that are compliant with t
MS4 permit and LID requirements would not violate water quality standards a
waste discharge requirements. As such, impacts from the proposed JCOZ would
less than significant.
Less Than Significant Impact: The City of Santa Clarita is underlain by three main
groundwater basins: the Santa Clara River Groundwater Basin, the East Subbasin,
and the Acton Valley Groundwater Basin. The East Subbasin contains two aquifer
systems, the Alluvium (also known as the Alluvial Aquifer) and the Saugus
Formation. In general, the Alluvial Aquifer underlies the Santa Clara River and its
tributaries. The Saugus Formation underlies nearly the entire upper Santa Clara
River area. As is the case for nearly the entire City, the proposed JCOZ areas are
located within potential groundwater recharge areas for the Alluvial and Saugus
Aquifers (Santa Clarita 2011b, p. CO-14). The Conservation and Open Space
Element of the City's General Plan (p. CO-12) states the following with regard to
groundwater recharge in the Santa Clarita Valley:
Natural or soft bottom drainage channels and wide natural floodways a
flood plains maximize the groundwater recharge potential and help
replenish the aauifers. As an unchannelized river, the Santa Clara River a]
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available evidence shows that no adverse impacts on basin recharge h
occurred due to the existing use of local groundwater supplies, consiste
with the Castaic Lake Water Agency (CLWA)Ipurveyor groundwat
operating plan for the basin (see 2005 Basin Yield Report). In additio
according to the memorandum prepared by CH2MHill (Effect
Urbanization on Aquifer Recharge in the Santa Clarita Valley, February 2
2004), urbanization in the Santa Clarita Valley has been accompanied
long-term stability in pumping and groundwater levels, and the addition
importedSWP water to the Valley, which together have not reduced rechar
to groundwater, nor depleted the amount of groundwater in storage with
the local groundwater basin.
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and siltation, per the NPDES requirements described in Response ILX.a) of th'
Initial Study. As a result, the proposed JCOZ would have a less than significal
impact on drainage patterns which would result in substantial erosion or siltation.
Less Than Significant Impact: As discussed in Responses IX.a)- through IX.c)
this Initial Study, any future development within the proposed JCOZ areas woul
be required to include a drainage system that complies with the County's MS
Dermit. Further I the LID Wan reWuired throuill the MS4 gennit w uld be reauire.3 -
to demonstrate MaL U IMUFU ?IYUJVUL 5 SLU171117TUMF ILUM11 11WIT IMC, 7"FAMIC, MEMIL3
and duration would not exceed the predevelopment conditions. As such, th
proposed JCOZ would have less than significant impacts relating to on- or off -sit
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polluted runoff.
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significant.
No Impact: The incentives and requirements of the proposed JCOZ would only
apply to office buildings up to 5 stories and industrial buildings up to 55 feet in
height. As such, the �iuo�cosed JCOZ would have no irnifact in relation to this issue
as it would not place any housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped
on a Federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map.
No Impact: The Santa Clarita General Plan Safety Element Figure S-4 identifies
areas in the City that FEMA designates as Special Flood Hazard Areas High -risk
Zones and Medium -risk Zones (Santa Clarita 201le, p. S-14). These zones are
concentrated along the Santa Clara River and its tributaries, such as the tributary
following San Francisquito Canyon. The Valencia Industrial Center, Tourney Road,
and Saugus Speedway JCOZ areas are adjacent to the Santa Clara River and San
Francisquito Canyon, near the Special Flood Hazard Areas along these riverine
Further, the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any specific projects, or
incentivize development within Special Flood Hazard Areas. As a result, the
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S- 17) states the following with regard to dam failure in the Santa Clarita Valley:
event, such as a severe earthquake, is considered unlikely, due to their type
construction. However, local safety plans have considered the possibility of dal
hazard, including identification of inundation areas and evacuation routes.
and recovery, impacts related to risk of loss, injury, or death involving floodin
including flooding as a result of a dam or levee failure, are considered less th
significant. Moreover, the PrODosed JCOZ would not directly entitle or fund an
specific development projects in these dam inundation areas. Any fat
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areas are capable of producing seiche or tsunami events. Therefore, there would be
no impacts related to seiche or tsunami.
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maintain the load of material above it, causing a slope failure. Exhibit S-3 of the
City's General Plan Safety Element (2011e) identifies seismic hazard zones
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noted in Section VI, Geology and Soils, of this Initial Study, future development
Building Code ( an Clarita Municipal Code Title 18), which requires future developments to submit an
engineering geology report and soils engineering report to identify and detail
construction requirements that account for geologic conditions and hazards.
Therefore, adoption of the proposed project would not result in any significant
impacts related to mudslides.
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No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would not directly entitle or fund any specific
projects that would have a physical impact on the environment. Further, the
proposed JCOZ areas do not contain any washes, channels, creeks, or rivers. As a
result, the proposed JCOZ would not modify a wash, channel creek, or river and
there would be no impacts.
i-vii) Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund
as discussed in Responses IX.a) through IX.e) of this Initial Study, any future
projects that utilize incentives in the proposed JCOZ would be required to comply
with the City's SUSMP ordinance, the County's MS4 permit, and the State's
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ensure that any proposed future project within the JCOZ areas would not
significantly impact stormwater management.
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PLANNING associated with construction of a linear feature, such as a major highway or railroad
tracks, or removal of a means of access, such as a local road or bridge, which would
impair mobility within an existing community or between a community and an
outlying area.
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neighborhoods by major transportation arterials, riverbeds, or ridgelines, and
development within the JCOZ areas would not physically divide an existing
residential commum The Valencia Town Center Area contains some multifam
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Park zone. As the proposed JCOZ would establish new procedures for entitling
office and industrial development projects that meet certain conditions, the
ro osed JCOZ would not conflict with the existm' ONSP. F* all the r ed
areas are not within a habitat conservation plan, natural community conservation
Qlan. or other Wi roved local, reiional, or state habitat conservation Qlan. Therefore,
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XI. MINERAL AND �a-b) No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would apply to development within specific CR,
ENERGY CC, BP, MX-C, SP, and PI zones, Exhibit CO-2, Mineral Resources of the City of
RESOURCES Santa Clarita General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element, identifies the
location of known mineral resources within the Santa Clarita General Plan planning
area (Santa Clarita 201 lb, p. CO-9). Generally, the location of known mineral
resources are west of 1-5, east of SR- 14, and north of the Santa Clarita River. None
of the locations identified on Exhibit CO-2 correspond with the proposed JCOZ
areas. Moreover, the City's zoning and land use regulations prohibit mineral
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establishes policies for noise exposure of residents and noise -sensitive land uses,
and the City's Noise Ordinance (Santa Clarita Municipal Code Chapter 11.44)
regulates the generation of noise in the City. Furthermore, the C_6fQrr!i7Dmb1mZ
Code (CBQ Title 24 regulates interior noise levels attributed to exterior sources.
Thus, given that the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any specific
impact in relation to this issue.
0) Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the
entitlement process for office and industrial buildings that exceed existing CUP
height thresholds in select zones. However, the proposed JCOZ would not entitle
or fund any specific development projects. Thus, it would not result in any direct
physical changes to the environment. Future projects utilizing the proposed JCOZ
process have the potential to generate vibrations from construction and from certain
industrial operations (e.g., oscillating mechanical equipment). However, since no
development projects are currently proposed that could utilize the JCOZ process,
and since the particulars of potential future development projects within the JCOZ
areas are currently unknown (e.g., the construction practices, operational features),
it is too speculative to evaluate the potential specific vibration and groundborne
noise concerns related to future development. In general, potential future
construction -related vibration and groundborne noise would be limited by
compliance with the Santa Clarita Noise Ordinance Chapter 11.44.080, which sets
forth restrictions for construction within 300 feet of a residential zone. In
comparison, vibrations attenuate rapidly over distance, with only the most intensive
construction activities (e.g., blasting and pile driving) generally being capable of
generating vibrations that can cause damage to buildings more than approximately
25 feet from the source. it on the above analysis, adoption of the proposed
JCOZ would not result in any significant impacts related to the exposure of persons
to the generation of excessive vibration or groundborne noise levels.
c) Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline t
entitlement process for office and industrial buildings that exceed existing C
height thresholds in select zones. However, the JCOZ does not entitle or ftmd
specific new development projects. Thus, it would not result in any direct physic
changes to the environment. Future development projects in the proposed JC
areas would generate additional vehicle trips, which would contribute to existi
roadway noise levels. However, the proposed project would not change
underlying General Plan land use designations or zoning designations and wou
not modify the development standards that restrict the intensity or density
development within the proposed JCOZ areas (i.e., the floor area ratio standard
As a result, adoption of the proposed JCOZ would not result in a measura
increase in trip generation. Any trips generated by future development within t
proposed JCOZ areas would be consistent with the projections of long-range pla
including the General Plan.
As stated in the Santa Clarita General Plan Noise Element, in most cases residenc
are currently protected by existing sound walls or are set back far enough fro
roadways so that future noise levels generated by buildout of the General Plan w'
be consistent with the Noise and Land Use Compatibility Guidelines.
Since the JCOZ does not entitle or fund any specific development, and sin
adoption of the proposed JCOZ would not result in a measurable increase in tr
generation, impacts related to a substantial permanent increase in ambient noi
levels are considered less than significant.
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d) Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the
entitlement process for office and industrial buildings that exceed existing CUP
height thresholds in select zones. The proposed JCOZ does not entitle or fund any
specific new development projects. Thus, it would not result in any direct physical
changes to the environment. Future development within the JCOZ areas could
generate temporary construction noise. However, such noise would be subject to
the construction noise regulations in the City's Noise Ordinance, including limited
hours of operations and maximum noise generation levels.
Specifically, the City's Municipal Code Section 11.44.080 places the following
limitations on construction times for purposes of limiting noise impacts and the
project will be subject to this limitation.
No person shall engage in any construction work which requires a
building permit from the City on sites within three hundred (300)
feet of a residentially zoned property except between the hours of
seven a.m. to seven p.m. Monday through Friday and eight a.m. to
six p.m. on Saturday. Further, no work shall be performed on the
following public holidays: New Year's Day, Independence Day,
Thanksgiving, Christmas, Memorial Day, and Labor Day.
At a distance of 50 feet, tractors, trucks, and graders result in noise levels
in the 80-86 dBA level (Santa Clarita 2011d). A doubling of distance
generally results in a noise reduction of 6 dBA (Federal Highway
Administration 2017).
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limitations:
A. It shall be unlawful for any person within the City to produce or cause or allo
to be produced noise which is received on property occupied by another perso
within the designated region, in excess of the following levels, except a
expressly provided otherwise herein: I
At the boundary line between a residential property and a commercial
and manufacturing property, the noise level of the quieter zone shall
be used.
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B. Corrections to Noise Limits. The numerical limits given in subsection A ... shall
be adjusted by the following corrections, where the following noise conditions
exist:
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(4) Noise occurring more than I but less than 5 +10
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(5) Noise occurring less than I minute per hour +20
Since future development within the proposed JCOZ areas would be subject to
I the construction and operation noise regulations in the City's Municipal Code,
approval of the proposed JCOZ would not result in any significant impacts
related to a temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels.
e) No Impact: There are no public use airports in Santa Clarita, and no portion of the
City is within an airport land use plan. Therefore, the proposed JCOZ would not
expose people to excessive noise levels associated with a public use airport.
f) No Impact: There are no private airstrips in Santa Clarita. Therefore, the proposed
JCOZ would not expose people to excessive noise levels associated with private
airstrips and there would be no impact.
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a) Less Than Significant Impact: Growth -inducing impacts are caused by those
AND HOUSING
characteristics of a project that foster or encourage population and/or economic
growth. These characteristics include adding residential units or businesses,
expanding infrastructure, and generating employment opportunities. The proposed
JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for office and industrial buildings
that exceed existing CUP height thresholds in select areas of the City. The JCOZ
does not entitle or fund any new development projects. Thus, it would not result in
any direct physical changes to the enviromnent.
However, the intent of the JCOZ is to encourage the development of job -creating
land uses. Although the JCOZ would not alter the allowable development density
of the current underlying zones, it is intended to accelerate the rate at which
employment growth occurs. Yet since the overall densities would remain the same,
the anticipated growth, while potentially accelerated, would not alter the overall
growth assumptions of the City as projected in local and regional plans such as the
General Plan and SCAG's Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities
Strategy, since these plans are developed based on planning periods that span
multiple years. Thus, the JCOZ would not induce substantial unplanned growth and
would have a less than significant impact in relation to this issue.
Ib-c)
No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for
office and industrial buildings that exceed existing CUP height thresholds in select
areas of the City. The JCOZ would not entitle or fund any development projects.
Thus, it would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. The
proposed JCOZ would not alter any of the underlying General Plan land use
designations or zoning designations and would not change the allowable uses
therein. Therefore, future development as envisioned by the JCOZ would not
displace any existing housing or persons and would not allocate land intended for
residential land uses to nonresidential land uses. The JCOZ would have no impact
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SERVICES i) Less Than Significant Impact: The City of Santa Clarita contracts for fire
protection services with the LACoFD; as such, the project applicants are
required to submit project plans to the LACoFD for review and plan check
approval.
The JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for office and industrial
projects that exceed current CUP height thresholds within certain CR, CC, 13P,
MX-C, SP, and PI zones. While the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund
any specific development, it is reasonable to ascertain that approval of the
JCOZ would result in the construction of office buildings up to five stories tall
(plus 10 feet for architectural features), and industrial buildings up to 55 feel)
tall (plus 10 feet for architectural features). Currently, the tallest structures in
Santa Clarita are the six -story Cunard/Princess office structure, located in the
proposed Valencia Town Center JCOZ area, and the six -story parking structure
associated with the Kaiser medical offices located in the proposed Tourney
Road JCOZ area. Development within the proposed JCOZ areas may increase
the number of fire department response dences in taller structures.
However, new developments within the JCOZ would not introduce new
building types or heights or unique land uses that are not already served by the
LACoFD.
In addition, as specific projects are proposed, the LACoFD would have the
opportunity to review project plans in relation to the existing department
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services.
Thus, since the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fand any specific
development, future development within the proposed JCOZ would not
introduce new or unique building types, and future development within the
proposed JCOZ would be subject to the LACoFD Fire Facilities Mitigation Fee,
implementation of the proposed JCOZ would have a less than significant
impact on fire services.
ii) Less Than Significant: The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
(LASD) provides police protection services to the City of Santa Clarita. The
proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any development, would not
introduce any new types of land uses, and would not allow for increased density
beyond current standards (i.e., there would be no change in floor area ratio
standards). Rather the proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process
for commercial and industrial buildings that exceed existing CUP height
thresholds in select CR, CC, 13P, MX-C, SP, and PI zones. The need for
expanded police protection services would be assessed during the review
process for any future development within the proposed JCOZ. The LASD
would have the opportunity to review project plans for new development within
the proposed JCOZ areas in accordance with the City's standard development
review process. In addition, Section 17.51.010 of the City of Santa Clarita
Municipal Code requires the assessment and payment of law enforcement fees
prior to the issuance of building permits for specific development. Since the
project does not entitle or fund any specific development or introduce any new
or unkiue buildilaa I'll vr)es, and because specift prolects within the w
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performance of the circulation system, and this impact would be less than
significant. Moreover, future projects utilizing the proposed JCOZ process would
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AM or PM peak hours would remain subject to the City's Traffic Impact Report
Guidelines, which require analysis of transportation impacts and system
improvements as necessary to offset such impacts.
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that of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). The CMP
CMP transportation system. The proposed JCOZ would establish a streamlined
discretionary entitlement process for office and industrial building development
projects that exceed the current CUP height thresholds established for their
underlying zones. The proposed JCOZ would not result in any direct physical
changes to the environment. As future development occurs within the proposed
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would not conflict with an applicable congestion management program, and no
impact would occur.
c) No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fimd any specific
development projects or result in any direct physical changes to the environment.
However, it is likely that implementation of the proposed JCOZ would result in an
increase in structures in the proposed JCOZ areas that are taller than CUP height
thresholds established in the area's underlying zones. The closest airport to the City
is Agua Dulce, a private airport approximately 12 miles outside of the City's
jurisdictional boundaries. The Agua Dulce airport influence area, the area in which
current or future airport -related noise, overflight, safety, and/or airspace protection
factors may significantly affect land uses or necessitate restrictions on those uses,
lies entirely outside of the City's boundaries. Due to the distance from the airport
and the nature of the proposed project, adoption of the proposed JCOZ would not
affect any airport facilities and would not cause a change in the directional patterns
of aircraft. Thus, the proposed JCOZ would have no impact in relation to this issue.
No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for
office and industrial building development projects that exceed the current CUP
height thresholds established for their underlying zones. The proposed project
would not entitle or fimd any specific projects. Thus, it would not result in any direct
physical changes to the environment. Future development in the proposed JCOZ
areas would be required to undergo the City's design and environmental review
processes and any circulation improvements would be required to comply with
design standards, which would ensure that any future JCOZ-streamlined projects
1c"O"muptible uses. No im�iact
would occur.
e) No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for
office and industrial building development projects that exceed the current CUP
height thresholds established for their underlying zones. The proposed JCOZ
Initial Study
a-b) Less than Significant Impact: California PRC Section 21074 defines
cultural resources as "sites, features, places, cultural landscapes, sacred places, and
objects with cultural value to a California Native American tribe." A tribal cultural
resource may be considered significant if included in a local or state register of
historical resources; determined by the lead agency to be significant pursuant to
criteria set forth in PRC Section 5024.1; is a geographically defined cultural
landscape that meets one or more of the criteria in PRC Section 5024.1; or is a
historical resource described in PRC Section 21084 ' 1, a unique archaeological
resource described in PRC Section 21083.2, or is a nominique archaeological
resource if it conforins with the above criteria. Some of the proposed JCOZ areas
contain natural areas (such as the Needham Ranch area) or are within close
proximity to stable sources of water, such as the Santa Clara River (i.e., the Valencicm
Industrial Center area, the Saugus Speedway area, the Centre Pointe area, and the
Tourney Road area). As such, there is the potential for tribal cultural resources to
be present within some of these JCOZ areas. However, the proposed project woul
not entitle or fund any specific development and no ground -disturbing activitie
would occur as a result of the proposed project. Therefore, the proposed projec
would not result in disturbance or unearthing of tribal cultural resources.
In accordance with AB 52 (PRC Sections 21073, 21074, 21080.3.1, 21080.3.2
21082.3, 21083.09, 21084.2, and 5097.94), the City of Santa Clarita initiate
communication with the Fernandeflo Tatavium Band of Mission Indians on Apri
23, 2019 to determine the tribe's interest in consulting on the proposed project. Th
Fernandefto Tatavium Band responded on April 26, 2019, stating that they do no
have any concerns with the proposed JCOZ, and no ftirther consultation is require
for the proposed project. As such, the City of Santa Clarita has satisfied notificatio
and consultation requirements pursuant to AB 52 for the proposed project an
determined that the proposed project would have a less than significant impact o
tribal cultural resources.
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No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process fo
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office and industrial building development projects that exceed the current CU
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height threshold established for their underlying zones. The proposed JCOZ woul
not alter the development standards that govern density within these zone
Moreover, the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any new development
projects. Thus, it would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment.
There are two interconnected water reclamation plants (WRP) providing
wastewater treatment for the Santa Clarita Valley: the Saugus AAW and the
Valencia WRP. Both VV`RPs 9p e under an NPDES permit issued by the Los
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buildings constructed within the proposed JCOZ areas would generate what is
classified as domestic sewage. Wastewater treatment facilities are designed to treat
domestic sewage; thus, typical domestic sewage does not exceed wastewater
treatment requirements. As no development projects are currently proposed that
could utilize the JCOZ process, and since the type of any future industrial projects
within the JCOZ areas are currently unknown, it is too speculative to evaluate
whether future users would generate industrial effluent. Regardless, any future
to apply for an Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit for each sewer outlet
pursuant to Section 401 of the LACSD's Wastewater Ordinance. A new industrial
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this regard.
b) Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline t
entitlement process for office and industrial building development projects th
exceed the CUP height thresholds established for their underlying zones. T
proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any new development projects. Thus,
would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. Fu
development of office and industrial buildings within the proposed JCOZ are
would include the installation of local lines that would connect with the exist*
municipal sewer system that is maintained by the LACSD. In addition, ELI
development would require connections to the local water distribution system
the provision of water from either the Santa Clarita Valley Water Ao gency r t
Los Angeles County Water Works District No. 36. Water and wastewat
improvements required for future projects would be subject to connection fees. T
proposed JCOZ would not alter the development standards that govern density (i.
floor area ratio standards) and, thus, would not result in growth beyond cumrrent loc
and regional projections. Therefore, the proposed JCOZ would not require or res
in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion
existing facilities and impacts in this regard would be less than significant.
Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline t
entitlement process for office and industrial building development projects th
exceed the CUP height thresholds established for their underlying zones. T
proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any new development projects. Thus,
would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. However,
projects within the proposed JCOZ would require the installation of stornmn dra
infrastructure to convey and/or retain on -site stormwater. As described in Respon
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IX.a) of this Initial Study, the Los Angeles County MS4 permit requires LI
practices to be implemented and requires submittal of a comprehensive LID pl
for review and approval by the City. Further, the MS4 permit drainage systems mu
be engineered so that post -development peak runoff discharge rates are equal to ii
less than pre -development peak runoff rates. Thus, while future development
office and industrial buildings within the proposed JCOZ areas could result in t
construction of on -site storm drain infrastructure to accommodate localiz
conditions, they would not result in an increase in flows off -site that would requi
the need for additional downstream drainage capacity. Therefore, the propos
JCOZ would have a less than significant impact in relation to the construction
new stormwater drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, t
co-c-sx-iiction of which could cause sienificant environmental effects.
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Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the
entitlement process for office and industrial building development projects that
exceed the CUP height thresholds established for their underlying zones. The
proposed JCOZ would not alter the development standards that govern density
within these zones (i.e., floor area ratio standards). Moreover, the proposed JCOZ
aa uld n:ofo, entitle or fund anp n.4v,,fi_&wr4h 11 � - - -.11,
in any direct physical changes to the enviromnent. However, future office and
industrial development that would occur within the proposed JCOZ areas would
have a demand for water supplies. As required by the state Urban Water
Management Planning Act, urban water suppliers are required to assess water
supply reliability and compare total projected water use with the expected water
supply over the next 20 years in five-year increments. The act also requires an
assessment for a single -dry year and multiple -dry years. Accordingly, the Santa
Clarita Valley Water Agency, in coordination with its various water purveyors,
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and future water supplies are sufficient to meet the projected needs of the service
area. To undertake the UWMP, data on existing land uses and planned land use
Santa Clarita and County of Los Angeles land use plans to estimate demand
projections out to 2050. An analysis was performed that combined growth
projections with water use data to forecast total water demand in future years
(Castaic Lake Water Agency 2017). Retailer -specific population projections are
based on the land use data if various polanning and management documents- such
as local general plans. Given that the proposed JCOZ it not change any
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not modify the development standards that restrict the intensity or density of
development within the proposed JCOZ areas (i.e., the floor area ratio standards),
Valley and the retail purveyors have adequate supplies to meet service area
demands durm* normal singli i 4 and multi le- ears throu hout the 3 5
in relation to this issue.
Less Than Significant Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the
entitlement process for office and industrial building development projects thai
exceed the CUP height thresholds established for their underlying zones. The
proposed JCOZ would not alter the development standards in regard to density
within these zones. Moreover, the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any
new development projects. Thus, it would not result in any direct physical changes
to the environment. Future office and industrial building development that occurs
within the proposed JCOZ areas would generate sewage that would be transportel�
through local sewer lines that connect with the LACSD system. Any wastewater
generated by future development within the proposed JCOZ areas would be
conveyed to existing sewer lines and facilities maintained by LACSD. LACSD may
impose a capital facilities fee upon a proposed project when the project increases
the quantity or strength of wastewater discharges to LACSD facilities, either
through a direct or indirect connection. This fee is imposed in an amount sufficient
to construct incremental expansion of the sewage system to accommodate planned
erowth. Future Droiects would be reciuired to Day a connection fee Drior to the
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issuance of a permit to connect to the sewer system, which would offset any
incremental impacts to LACSD facilities. In addition, as noted above, wastewater
from Santa Clarita is currently treated at the Saugus WRP and the Valencia WRP.
No deficiencies have been identified in these wastewater treatment facilities.
Therefore, the proposed JCOZ would have a less than significant impact on the
wastewater treatment provider's capacity to serve the proposed project's demand.
No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for
office and industrial building development projects that exceed the CUP height
Jxj ,, ji -i,,-tbair-iinii-ftrIiiA7-anag--Th6"sed JCOZ would not
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it would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. However,
iw w w0, V ed JCOZ areas
Los Angeles County Department Waste Resources regularly conducts needs
assessments, forecasts of future waste generation and disposal patterns, and
projections of landfill disposal capacities. In its 2016 annual report charting
progress toward the goals of the CIWMP, the Los Angeles Department of Public
Works determined that there are at least 15 years of remaining landfill capacity on
a countywide basis (Los Angeles County Department of Public Works 2017). On
Canyon Landfill (with the approved expansion) has a remaining capacity of 45
years, and Sunshine Canyon Landfill has a remaining capacity of 22 years.
Therefore, the proposed JCOZ areas would be served by landfills with sufficient
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of the proposed JCOZ would have no impact in this regard.
No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would streamline the entitlement process for
office and industrial building development projects that exceed the CUP height
thresholds established in their underlying zones. The proposed JCOZ would not
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the proposed JCOZ would not entitle or finid any new development projects. Thus,
it would not result in any direct physical changes to the environment. Future
projects in the proposed JCOZ areas would be required to comply with the City's
- iwtiw'6-reductiontragrams, which are desw wwith federal, staW-.
and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste. These statutes and
regulations include the California Integrated Solid Waste Management Act, the
Contad Litter Reduction Act.. and the Ci 's
solid waste disposal policies and practices. The City implements these requirements
through the City's franchised Solid Waste Management Services. Per the
agreements between the City and the franchised trash disposal companies, each
franchisee is responsible for meeting the minimum recycling diversion rate of 50
Ii s are ftirther enc u ed to meet the C . t 's
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Itirojects valued over $200,000 to recycle a minimum of 65 percent of all inen
no impact in relation to this issue.
XIX. MANDATORY a) No Impact: The proposed JCOZ would not entitle or fund any specific projects.
FINDINGS OF Based on the analysis in Section IV, Biological Resources, of this Initial Study, the
SIGNIFICANCE proposed JCOZ would not have substantial impacts to special -status species, stream
habitat, and wildlife dispersal and migration. Furthermore, the proposed JCOZ
would not affect the local, regional, or national populations or ranges o any p ant
or animal species and would not threaten any plant communities. Simi ar y, as
discussed in Section V, Cultural Resources, of this Initial Study, the proposed
project would not have substantial impacts to historical, archaeological, or
paleontological resources and, thus, would not eliminate any important examples of
California history or prehistory. Therefore, the proposed JCOZ does not have a
Mandatory Finding of Significance due to impacts to biological or cultural
resources.
Less Than Significant Impact: Effects that are cumulatively considerable include
Drojects. other current pro ects an robable future Drojects. AS Drevious state
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any CEQA environmental review requirements, future projects within the JCOZ
areas would require individual CEQA consideration. Based on the analysis
contained in this Initial Study, the project would not have a cumulatively
considerable contribution to any significant cumulative impact. Therefore, the
proposed JCOZ does not have a Mandatory Finding of Significance due to
cumulative impacts.
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not expose persons to flooding or transportation hazards. Section VI, Geology and
JCOZ would not entitle or fund
wiLy sfecific rr*jects tk7tw*u1i 17ve a ylysical iit):Rct*ik tke exvir(oirae-tt. Fir-*'ker,
required to comply with the California Building Code; thus, the proposed JCOZ
would not result in adverse effects on human beings from geotechnical
considerations. Therefore, the project would not create environmental effects that
would cause substantial adverse effects on humans.
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