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Home My WebLink About1990-05-08 - AGENDA REPORTS - PREZONE 89-04 OAK SPRINGS RD (2)w AGENDA REPORT City Manager Approval Item to be presented by: PUBLIC HEARING Lynn.M. Harris DATE: May 8, 1990 SUBJECT: Prezone 89-04 located at the easterly terminus of Oak Springs Road. -PPL'ICAP:T: Prime West, Inc.; Batta Vujicic, John Cosselman DEPARTMENT: Community Development BACKGROUND The applicant, Prime West, Inc.; is requesting a prezone to allow the annexation of this site into the city boundaries. The prezone will officially recognize the existing Los Angeles County zoning of A-1-1 (Light Agricultural 1 acre minimum lot size). On April 3, 1990, the Planning Commission approved Vesting Tentative Tract Map 47803, Oak Tree Permit 89-049 and recommended approval of Prezone 89-04. The" development would consist of 140 single family homes on 460 acres at the easterly terminus of Oak Spring Canyon Road adjacent to the Angeles National Forest. The project will also include the removal of 37 living native oaks. RECOMMENDATION 1. Recommend the attached Negative Declaration with the finding that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. 2. Approve Prezone 89-04 based on the required findings. 3. Introduce the attached ordinance, waive further reading, and pass to the second reading. ATTACHMENTS Prezone Ordinance 90-11 Staff Reports Negative Declaration�G��/ / Continued To: Agenda Item: . • CITY OF SANTA CLARITA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REQUESTING APPROVAL OF PRE -ZONE 89-04 AT THE TERMINUS OF OAK SPRING CANYON ROAD IN THE OAK SPRINGS AREA, JUST WESTERLY OF THE ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: A Public Hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita to consider approval of Pre -zone 89-04, from Los Angeles County A-1-1 (Light Agricultural) to City of Santa Clarita A-1-1 (Light Agricultural) for a residential development at the terminus of Oak Spring Canyon Road, just Westerly of The Angeles National Forest. This action would become effective 30 days after adoption by the City Council and would allow the development of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 47803, which consists of 140 single family residential lots on 160 acres. The hearing will be heard by the City Council in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., 1st floor, the 8th of May, 1990, at or after 6:30 p.m. Proponents, opponents, and any interested persons may appear and be heard on this matter at that time, or submit written correspondence delivered to the City Clerk at, or prior to, the public hearing. Further information may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk's Office, Santa Clarita City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., 3rd floor. Dated: April 18, 1990 George Caravalho City Clerk Publish date: April 23, 1990 ORDINANCE NO. 90-11 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP (Prezone Case No. 89-004) THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The City Council does hereby find and determine as follows: a. An application for a prezone, vesting tentative tract map and oak tree permit were filed simultaneously with the City of Santa Clarita, September 14, 1989, by Prime West, Inc. ("the applicant"). The property for which these entitlements have been filed is a 160 acre parcel located south of the eastern terminus of Oak Springs Canyon Road west of the Angeles National Forest. The purpose of the vesting tentative tract map application submittal is to create 140 lots within the subject site for family residential units. The purpose of the prezone is to request the A-1-1 zone (Light Agricultural --one d.u./per acre) prior to annexation to the City. Assessor Parcel No. 2840-16-900. b. A duly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Is Commission on March 20, 1990, at the City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, at 6:30 p.m. c. On April 3, 1990, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. P90-14 conditionally approving Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 47803, and recommending approval to the City Council of Prezone No. 89-004. d. A duly noticed public hearing was held by the City Council on May 8, 1990 at the City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, at 6:30 p.m. SECTION 2. Based upon the testimony and other evidence received at the public hearing, and upon studies and investigation made by the Planning Commission and the City Council and on their behalf, the City Council further finds and determines as follows: a. The subject property is a 160 acre parcel. b. The subject property is presently zoned A-1-1 Light Agricultural --one d.u./acre in the County of Los Angeles. C. The request is for a prezoning of A-1-.1 (Light Agricultural --one d.u./per acre) for the entire site to authorize the establishment of 140 lots for single family residences, 2 open spaces and 1 private recreation lot. 0 • d. The subject property is of a size and shape which lends itself to the proposed uses that would be established as a result of this request. e. That the City is• proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of a general plan. There is a reasonable probability that this rezoning will be consistent with the general plan proposal which will be studied within a reasonable time. There is little or no probability of substantial detriment to or interference with the future adopted general plan if this rezoning is ultimately inconsistent with the plan. This rezoning complies with all other applicable requirements of state law and local ordinance. f. The prezoning of A-1-1 will not result in a significant environmental effect. g. A Negative Declaration has been approved for this project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Sections 21000 et seq.). SECTION 3. In acting on the prezoning application, the City Council has considered certain principles and standards, and finds and determines as follows: a. That modified conditions warrant a revision in the zoning 0 plan as it pertains to the subject property; b. That a need for the proposed zone classification exists within the area of the subject property; c. That the subject property is a proper location for the A-1-1 zone classification; d. That the requested prezone at the subject property will be in the interest of public health,safety and general welfare, and in conformity with good zoning practice; e. That prezoning the subject property will not result in a need for greater water supply for adequate fire protection; and, SECTION 4. Based upon the foregoing, the City Council does hereby ordain that the application for a prezoning is approved, and that the official zoning map of the City of Santa Clarita is hereby amended so that the subject property is prezoned A-1-1, and shown on the attached map (Exhibit 1). SECTION 5. This ordinance shall become effective at 12:01 a.m. on the thirty-first day after adoption, or upon the effective date of the annexation (No. 1989-04) of the subject property to the City of Santa Clarita, whichever occurs last. n v • SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify as to the passage of this Ordinance and cause it to be published in the manner prescribed by law; PASSED AND APPROVED this day of MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) ss CITY OF SANTA CLARITA) , 1990. I, , City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 90-11 was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the day of 1990. That thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council on the day of , 1990, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ID 33 CITY CLERK RECEIVED JUN 0 2 1989 FINANCIAL INTEREST DISCLOSURE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITY OF SANTA CLARITA In order for members of the Planning Commission or City Council to adequately assess the potential for conflict of interest ir rendering decisions on land use matters, the following information is required. Should the applicant(s) in the requested action be or include a partnership, the name of the partnership and of all partners shall be printed below. Should the applicant be a corporation, the name of the corporation and of all officers of said corporation shall be printed below. If there are any other business or joint venture parties, property owners, or individuals which have a financial interest in this action not otherwise covered as a partnership cor corporation, then their names shall be printed below. OAK PARK ESTATES PARTNERSHIP NAME The Schiappa Family Trust The Vujicic Family Trust The Stamegna Family Trust ` PRIME WEST, INC. CORPORATION NAME Batta Vujicic Pre: i dent John Cosselman Vice President Donna Garrison Secretary n/a Other I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FCREGOING INFORMATION I'S ACCURATE AND CCt•�PLETE 1*0 THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF. Sir, la ure Batta Vecic Pr tad Name of Applicant, or Agent for Applicant 5/22/1989 Date Case File No. YLtlr13 VLNvS 30 All, IN3weol3A30 AIINnn"00 6961 Z 0 Nnr a3Al303M '9'112�`4�17'glh"45 -40 9 M Ol h D - 6 8 'ON 1`1011`4 QNN`v' )- ' Nl2 Noj_L'7X=-Nj-M 7rrn rrr7 rr 7 aN-2SJGI Z6 -S8 USL£ 'ON1JbdCvl '!! 107 d/0,7 3W w Q'S • of sz z�e•eotz J h0-69 'ON N011dx3NNV f �T O UA211.LMilQ'J �T1L tt11M Q3'll� L51-ccbZ ':I LID GG, X3nN1 5D %G*wl ' 11 '6TIO '131N'Sr X D ;JJ0 7.G-lz�9`j 1rJ-15 0 q\N ScLSLSc 'QTV211. 815 £0 M ON X/0/14 A'Arb' ---7r03SOdOdd\ a° oyod NO.(NaO , o a m OdOd' /✓,(J VNISdS MO, (� _ _ • �I to y FE NQ p �bz� N a) I °� H y N Fo 13 � � I a° oyod NO.(NaO 1 2440-16-900 Regents of the Unv.of Ca. no address shown 4 2840-16-31 John Higby 1112 Orange Grove Street San Fernando, CA 91340 7 2840-16-13 Wayne Boydston Box 1022 Canyon Country, CA 91351 10 .2840-15-31 Rasmussen Company 490 Easy Street Simi Valley, CA 93065 13 2841-20-33 Monty Ventsam 28038 Valcdur Drive Canyon Country, A 91315 2 2840-16-28 Mark Hanson 27944 Graceton Drive Canyon Country, CA 91351 5 2840-16-31 Lawrence Mc Clain 27945 Graceton Canon Country, CA 91.351 8 2840-15-13 Gorky Chin 27568 Oak Springs.Canyon Canyon Country, CA 91351. 11 284,0-15-43,4 4 Albert Lee 325 San Bruno Avenue San Fernando, CA 94103 14 2841-20-38 Gregory Foster 27327 Bronco Drive Canyon Country, CA 91351 3 2840-16-29 Lynn Tyson 1588 Falconrim Drive Canyon Country, CA 91351 6 2840-16-21 Edith Palmer 16087 Live Oak Springs Canyon Country, CA 91351 9 2840-15-14 Lowell Gauughan Box 2509 Canyon Country, A 91351 12 2841-1-17 Crystal Springs Partners 24005 Ventura Blvd Calabasas, CA 91302 15 William Talbot 27328 Bronco Drive Canyon Country, CA 91351 16 2841-20-40 17 3210-22-1 18 3210-22-300-305,900. Barbara Lotto. James Sims United States Goverment 27324 Bronco Drive P.0 Box 2242 300, N. Los Angeles Street Canyon Country, CA 91351 Canyon Country, CA 91351 Los Angeles, CA 90012 19 3210-23-1 20 3210-23-2 Donald Harris George Gruber 27563-1/2 Oak Spring Cyn 27563 Oak Spring Canyon.Rd Saugus, CA 91350 Canyon Country, CA 91315 22 3210-22-306 Phillip Gillibrand P.0 Box 3476 Simi Valley, CA 93063 Sikand Engineeering 15230 Burbank Blvd Van Nuys, CA 91411 3210-22-300 Same as # .18 21 3210-23-3 David Peck 27563 Oak Spring Canyon Canyon Country, CA 91315 O.M.S 89-186 6356 Van Nuys Blvd Van Nuys, CA 91401 CITY OF SANTA CLARITA I N T E R O F F I C E M E M O R A N D U M TO: Chairwoman Garasi and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Mark Scott, Director of.Cammunity Development xe' > DATE: March 16, 1990 SUBJECT: Tentative Tract Map 47803 J(Prime West, Inc.) Attached is a report prepared 'by -Fred Follstad and Rich Henderson, recommending Planning Commission approval of Tentative Tract Map 47803 and related applications. The recommendation is being made following numerous meetings of staff, various developers and numerous resident and homeowner representatives. The entire effort has been quite extensive -and-admirable. From a Director's standpoint there are several additional comments that seem .appropriate in addition to those presented in the staff report: 1) The issues involved with this project are very complicated and involve more than just the Prime West site. There are interrelationships between this project and the Jack Shine, Crystal _,Springs, Bronco Drive area and Hunters Green projects. Obviously, the Planning Commission has not had the benefit of all the meetings that staff has had, so staff will attempt on Tuesday to explain the various interrelationships. 2) The major subject of discussion on this project has been the road system and its several potential connection points. The Prime West project is ultimately dependent upon the Santa Clara River bridge crossing and the related road connection from the Jack Shine site. Both Prime West and Mr. Shine's organization have agreed to share the cost of these improvements, and they will be seeking a development agreement in the near future to give them an extended time period within which to exercise map entitlements -- in return for -the bridge and road construction. Similarly, Prime West is dependent upon the next Crystal Springs (Griffin) phase to gain its southerly road connection. An attached letter from Griffin Homes indicates that they are supportive, but that without approval of their new tract, they will not provide the access. These circumstances argue that the Prime West tract should only be approved with conditions that the other projects also be approved prior to map recordation. If either of those projects are not ultimately approved, then the Prime West project should undergo further Planning Commission review. Page 2 3) As you know, I had hoped that the Planning Commission could schedule a "big picture" workshop session on road access for the entire Sand Canyon area. The recent meeting schedule has made this impossible to date. While there appears to be considerable agreement among homeowners groups in this area, it still may be appropriate for the Planning Commission to schedule such a workshop. This might be done ..-.before or after action on the Prime West project, at the _Commission's discretion. Following are the road issues that -need "-standardization" (not to mention flood control :and ;grading -_ standards): ..,a) Is the City .adequately protecting itself by allowing so many private roads, gated :roads, limited emergency -access connections to cul-de-sacs, etc? Short-term expedience may cause long-term headaches. (Note: The Commission might consider .requiring "irrevocable offers of dedication ofup blic road :rights-of-way" 'on -the -Prime -West -=project to convert the private roads to public .roads if necessary, and following public hearings, at some f.uture.date.) _b) Many of the recent -road „decisions have been designed to take pressure off Sand Canyon Road. Decisions need to be made as to how Sand Canyon should be improved in the future. c) There continue to be many lesser, potential road connections for which master planning should be done. Homeowners associations will play .a very key role in these deliberations, but the Planning Commission -•needs ,to direct the process. Staff will be happy to address any ,of :,these issues in greater detail on March 20. MS/lf Attachment ,=ATE: "TO: :!FROH: APPLICANT: LOCATION: CITY OF SANTA CLARITA STAFF REPORT TENTATIVE TRACT 47803 PREZONE 89-004 AND OAK TREE PERMIT 89-049 March 20, 1990. Chairwoman Garasi and -Members of the Planning Commission Mark Scott, Director mf:!Community Development R5 Prime West Inc. South of the terminus of .Oak•Springs Canyon Road, west of the Angeles National Forest. REQUEST: The applicant is requesting to subdivide 160 acres of land into 140 single family lots, 2 open space lots and 1 private recreation lot. The applicant is also requesting to remove 37 oak trees and a Prezone of the site to A-1-1. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the attached Negative Declaration with the finding that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Approve Tentative Tract Map 47803 and Oak Tree Permit 89-046 based on the required.findings and subject to the attached conditions of approval. Recommend approval to the City Council of Prezone 89-04, prezoning the site A-1-1. Adopt the attached resolution. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS: The site consists of one lot on +/- 160 acres of land located south of the terminus of Oak Springs Canyon Road, west of the Angeles National Forest and adjacent to the City of Santa Clarita. The parcel is currently zoned A-1-1, light agriculture with a one acre minimum lot size. The site is not located in either the Alquist-Priolo special study zone for earthquake faults or in a Significant Ecological Area. No archaeological sites have been found in the area. �&, 3 At the present time the site is primarily vacant with no existing structures. The topography of the site is primarily flat land with some hillsides on the eastern and southwestern sections of the property. The surrounding land uses are depicted below: ------------------------------------------------------------------------- LAND USE .ZONING GENERAL PLAN PROJECT vacant, A-1-1 N-1, HM, W .SOUTH single family residences_A-1-1 N-1, HM, W NORTH vacant 1-1-20,000, N-2, W A-2-2 EAST National Forest A-2-2, W NONE ------------------------------------------------------------------------- WEST single family residences,A-1-1 N-1, HM vacant, equestrian.uses ------------------------------------------------------------------------- The site is partially located within the Hillside Management category. The staff required that the applicant submit a slope analysis. The .slope.analysis breakdown as provided by the applicant's engineer is as follows: Less than 25Z slopes 122.6 acres 25Z to 50Z slopes 17.8 acres Greater than 50Z slopes 19.6 acres The applicant has filed for a prezone (89-004) and annexation to the city (89-004). The applicant is seeking the existing Los Angeles County zoning of A-1-1. The approval of this prezone would officially recognize the existing zoning and allow the annexation process to continue. Staff has reviewed the proposal with the staff members involved in producing the General Plan. Staff believes that this project will ultimately be consistent with the upcoming General Plan once it is adopted. It has consistently been shown as one unit per acre on the draft land use maps prepared by the GPAC. Y_' T .: 40 The applicant is proposing to subdivide the site into 140 single family lots, two open space lots and one private recreation lot. No Quimby (park -land) fee is required, because the overall housing density of the project (less than one unit per acre) exempts the project per our code. The applicant has stated that the approximately 1 acre of land along ".A" .street just north of "C" Street adjacent to the flood control channel, will be an equestrian staging area (the recreation lot) that will give _access to trails through his project and adjacent areas. The applicant -is -also proposing approximately 1.4 miles of private and public eequestrian trails traversing the site. The applicant indicates that approximately 460,000 cubic yards of grading is required, which is to be balanced on-site. A major portion _of the earthwork is required to enhance the road network to tap existing projects to the south. Also, much of it is re -compaction of the ..existing alluvial level portions of the property. The applicant has met with the two school districts and has entered into „:written agreements .with both. There are 247 native Oak -trees and shrubs located throughout the property. The applicant proposes to remove 46 Oak trees which include 9 dead trees, 13 Scrub.Oak and 24 Coas,t.Live Oaks. The trees are to be replaced with replacement trees to -the satisfaction of the Department of Community Development. Of the 43 existing heritage trees, all are to remain. Comparing this project to the "Hunters -Green" project, the percentage of removals of the Coastal Live Oaks.is quite similar. The Hunters Green project removed 31 out of 193 trees (16Z) -,.and this project is requesting to remove 24 of -the 182 Live Oaks (13Z). As proposed by the applicant, the circulation on the site consists of private roads with a 24-hour manned gate located just southerly of the bridge spanning the flood control channel in the northwest corner of the tract. The applicant has had extensive contact with the local homeowners' associations. City staff has attended a board meeting of the Sand Canyon Homeowners' Association, as well as meetings of the Crystal Springs Homeowners and the Oak Spring Homeowners. All of these meetings were held to review this tract in conjunction with the Jack Shine tract (134466), directly to the north of this property. The Shine project will soon be before the Commission. The two developers have cooperated with the three Homeowners' Associations and have made agreements with them, including a complete redesign of the tracts and voluntary off-site improvements such as paving and construction of water lines and fire hydrants at the developers expense. Y> 5 In addition to this, the two developers have agreed to construct a road which will allow existing homes in the area to be accessed from Soledad Canyon Road, under the freeway through the existing undercrossing at the City's existing easterly boundary; then easterly along this new road called Norland Drive; then continuing southerly through Jack Shine's tract as a public street, including a major bridge over the Santa Clara River and under the Southern Pacific Railroad. The tract presently before the Commission then becomes the key property in allowing for the benefit of this new road to the.existing communities to the south. .The Oak Spring homeowners to the -west will receive the benefit of a new water system, fire hydrants -and. -paving on Oak Spring Canyon Road. They will also have improved access through the new road mentioned.above. Their community presently isanot-accessible for trash removal because the trucks do not fit under.the:present railroad undercrossing. `The dozen homes in the National Forest .will likewise have unimpeded access, fully paved, through this project on Oak Spring Canyon Road. They therefore will ultimately have two separate accesses; one being .the present dirt road, the other being the public road through Jack Shine's tract. The community to the south of this tract is known as Crystal Springs. They have agreed to allow this developer to.finish .the cul -de -sac -on -the presently existing Bronco Drive. He will then complete a southerly cul-de-sac for his own tract. The two facing streets sill_then.be connected by an "emergency only" driveway, built to the homeowners' satisfaction. Therefore, this tract will provide a new emergency access for the Crystal Springs area, and vice versa. This tract will show a future offer of a road to the western border.,. -as did the "Hunters Green" tract to its eastern border, in case -that link is ever considered desirable by the community. Another tap street is being provided to the southerly border of this tract. When Dave Griffin applies for his final phase, he has agreed to hook up the Crystal Springs community to this new north -south roadway. The Crystal Springs Homeowners' Association supports this location as the through -way and foresees the Bronco Drive link as a permanent emergency -only access. An extensive trail network is being provided by this tract, connecting into the National Forest. The flood control channel is being designed with a soft bottom. The bridge on this map will accommodate horses underneath. This tract has been conditioned to contribute on a per -lot basis toward the roadway and bridges to the north, after Jack Shine's project is approved. This $10,000,000+ infrastructure cost will be borne entirely by these two developers. It will open a second northerly access to the easterly part of the Sand Canyon community. 'k— (O - ::., ,. ,:.-•„fir - .. a ........... .. � By comparison to the "Hunters' Green" tract that was recently approved. this is an easier site to develop. For example: although more lots and acreage are involved, a smaller percentage of Coastal Live Oaks are being removed and less -grading is being done. This developer, in conjunction with Jack Shine, has offered expedited construction of improvements .to the Oak Spring Canyon homeowners at his expense, in accordance swith •,their ..desire to solve two problems: ,many.bof their wells are going dry-nand.they desire to avoid another winter without a paved road and-swale-for flood alleviation. These improvements will -precede --construction of this project and would-nottbe -necessary for this tractaby.a 'nexus" analysis. The.new road to the -north -will ironically be far superior in design (.width, flood control, -,sight -distance, curve radius, etc.) Chant&and Canyon Road, .which serves.as the primary access for the existing residents of Sand Canyon. There appears to be a vast majority opinion in the community that this new route is a better idea than widening Sand Canyon Road. There also is a majority opinion that the manned gate .balances the concerns of security and circulation better than a public roadway system would. The project, as now proposed, is the result of a team effort by citizens, staff and the developer. Staff therefore, recommends approval of the tract, oak tree permit and pre -zone. (1-7 If • ROAD EXHIBIT _"g; VA L LEY p -p I- JRD.- RR to RD oQ / C PNY PACIFIC JACK SHINE RD ,500 0 #4 BATTA HUNTER'S 4 GREEN z 0 PQM p,KE o ; Q, i cn RD. L E G I. N 0 CRYSTAL PROPOSED ROAD SPRINGS RESOLUTION NO. P90 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP N0. 47803 OAR TREE PERMIT NO. 89-049 AND RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PREZONE NO. 89-004 THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Planning Commission does hereby find and determine as follows: a. An application for a vesting tentative tract map, oak tree permit and prezone were filed simultaneously with the City of Santa Clarita, September 14, 1989, by Prime West, Inc. ("the applicant"). The property for which these entitlements have been filed is a 160 -acre parcel located south of the eastern terminus of Oak Springs Canyon Road, adjacent to the Angeles National Forest. The purpose of the tentative tract map application submittal is to create 140 lots .within the subject site for single-family residential units, 2 open space lots and 1 private recreation lot. The purpose of the presone is to request the A-1-1 zone prior to annexation to the City. The Assessor's Parcel Number for the site is 2840-16-900. b. The City of Santa Clarita Development Review Committee (DRC) met on January 25, 1990, and supplied the applicant's agent with information relating to this case. C. A duly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on March 20, 1990, and 'a decision was made on April 3, 1990. Both hearings were held at the City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, at 6:30 p.m. SECTION 2. Based upon the testimony and other evidence received at the public hearing, and upon studies and investigation made by the Planning Commission and on its behalf, the Commission further finds and determines as follows: a. The City of Santa Clarita is proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of a general plan. There is a reasonable probability that this project will be consistent with the general plan proposal currently being considered or studied, that there is little or no probability of substantial detriment to or interference with the future adopted general plan if the proposed resolution is ultimately inconsistent with that plan, and that the proposed project complies with all other applicable requirements of state law and local ordinances. ��1 b. The division and development of the property in the manner set forth on the subject tentative tract map will not unreasonably interfere with the free and complete exercise of any public entity and/or public utility right-of-way and/or easements within the tentative tract map. C. Approval of this vesting tentative tract map will expire twenty-four (24) months from the date of approval. d. The applicant has submitted a vesting tentative map which depicts the area proposed for the 143 lots within -the subject site. e. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will --not ~cause serious public health problems, -since sewage disposal,- storm drainage, fire protection, and geological and soils factors are addressed in the recommended conditions of approval. The discharge of sewage from the subdivision into the public sewer system will not violate the requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board pursuant to Division 7 (commencing with Section 13000) of the Water Code. f. The subject property is of a size and shape which lends itself to the proposed use. g. The recommended subdivision will not result in a significant environmental effect. h. Implementation of this proposal will cause no adverse effects in the environment which cannot be adequately mitigated through the application of available controls. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements will not cause substantial environmental damage or substantial and avoidable injury to fish or wild life or their habitat, since the project site is not located in a significant ecological area. i. The proposed parcel sizes are consistent with surrounding parcel sizes. j. The design of the subdivision provides, to the extent feasible, for future passive or natural heating or cooling opportunites in the subdivision given the size and shape of the lots and their intended use. k. The proposed subdivision does not contain or front upon any public waterway, river, stream, coastline, shoreline, lake or reservoir. 1. The housing needs of the region were considered and balanced against the public service needs of local residents. M. Neither the design of the subdivision nor the type of improvements will conflict with public easements for access through the use of property within the proposed subdivision, -�-- -3 0 since the design and development as set forth in the conditions of approval and on the tentative map, provide adequate protection for easements. n. The subject property is in a proper location for single family residential uses. SECTION 3. In making the recommendation contained in this resolution, the Planning Commission has considered certain principles and standards, and finds and determines as follows: a. That modified conditions warrant a revision in the zoning plan as it pertains to the subject property; and b. That a need for the proposed zone classification exists within the area of the subject property; and C. That the subject property is a proper location for the A-1-1 zone classification; and d. That placement of the proposed zone at the subject property will be in the interest of public health, safety and general welfare, and in conformity with good zoning practice. SECTION 4. The City of Santa Clarita Planning Commission has reviewed and considered the environmental information contained in the Initial Study, and determines that it is in compliance with CEQA and that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment. A negative declaration was prepared for this project. Based upon the findings stated above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the negative declaration. SECTION 5. .Based upon the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves the application for the tentative tract map, conditional use permit and oak tree permit subject to the following conditions attached hereto as "Exhibit A" and "Exhibit B" and incorporated herein by reference allowing the creation of 140 lots for single family residential use, 2 lots for open space and 1 lot for park purposes. SECTION 6. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby recommends approval to the City Council of the request for a prezone to the A-1-1 zone classification. SECTION 7. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution and shall transmit a copy to the applicant, the Department of Public Works, Fire, and Parks and Recreation, and shall give notice of this recommendation in the manner prescribed by Section 22.60.190 of the City's Planning and Zoning Code. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of April, 1990. Rita Garasi, Chairwoman Planning Commission 3 I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 3rd day of April, 1990, by the following vote of the Commission: AYES: Commissioners: NOES: ABSTAINED: EXCUSED: Ken Pulskamp, Acting Director Community Development to 0 EXHIBIT B CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 47803 AND OAK TREE PERMIT 89-049 GENERAL CONDITIONS 1. The approval of this Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Oak Tree Permit shall expire two years from the date of conditional approval. 2. The subdivider may file for an extension of the conditionally approved map prior to the date of expiration for a period of time not to exceed one year. If such an extension is requested, it must be filed no later than 60 days prior to expiration. 3. The applicant shall be responsible for notifying the Department of Community Development in writing of any change in ownership, designation of a new engineer, or a change in the status of the developer, within 30 days of said change. 4. Unless otherwise apparent from the context, the term "applicant" shall include the applicant and any other persons, corporation, or other entity making use of this grant. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and 'hold harmless the City of Santa Clarita, its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this Subdivision by the City, which action is provided for in the Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the City becomes aware of any such claim, action, or proceeding, the City shall promptly notify the applicant, or if the City fails to cooperate fully in the defense, the applicant shall not thereafter be responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City. Nothing contained in this Condition prohibits the City from participating in the defense of any claim, action, or proceeding, if both the following occur: (1) the City bears its own attorneys, fees and costs; and (2) the City defends the action in good faith. The applicant shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless the entitlement is approved by the applicant. 5. Details shown on the Vesting Tentative Tract Map are not necessarily approved. Any details which are inconsistent with requirements of ordinances, general conditions of approval, or City policies must be specifically approved. 6. Easements shall not be granted or recorded within areas proposed to be granted, dedicated, or offered for dedication for public streets or highways, access rights, building restriction rights, or other easements, until after the final map is filed with the County Recorder unless such easements are subordinated to the proposed grant or dedication. If easements are granted after the date of the tentative approval, a subordination must be executed by the easement holder prior to the filing of the final map. s 7. The final map shall be prepared by or under the direction of a licensed land surveyor or registered civil engineer. 8. The Applicant is hereby advised that this project is subject to fees at the time of building permit issuance, including, but not limited to, the following as applicable: (1) Los Angeles County Residential Sewer Connection Fee; (2) Interim School Facilities Financing Fee; (3) Installation or Upgrade of Traffic Signals Fees and/or Road Improvement Fees; and (4) Planned Local Drainage Facilities Fee. 9. Upon development, a stop -work order shall.be.considered in effect upon the discovery of any historic artifacts and/or remains, at which time the City shall.be._notified. 10. In lieu of establishing the final specific locations of structures on each lot at this time, the owner, at the time of issuance of a building permit, agrees to develop the property in conformance with the City Code and other.appropriate ordinances such as the Building Code, Plumbing Code, Grading Ordinance, Highway Permit Ordinance, Mechanical Code, Zoning Ordinance, Undergrounding of Utilities Ordinance, Water Ordinance, Sanitary Sewer and Industrial Waste Ordinance, Electrical Code, and Fire Code. Improvements and other requirements may be imposed pursuant to such codes and ordinances. i I 11. A final tract map must be processed through the City Engineer prior to being filed with the County Recorder. 12. A grading permit shall be required for any and all off-site grading to occur for the purposes of this project. PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING MAP REQUIREMENTS 13. If all easements have not been accounted for on the approved tentative map, applicant shall submit a corrected tentative map to the Planning Department for approval. 14. The owner, at the time of issuance of permits or other grants of approval agrees to develop the property in accordance with City Codes and other appropriate ordinances such as the Building Code, Plumbing Code, Grading Code, Highway Permit Ordinance, Mechanical Code, Zoning Ordinance, Undergrounding of Utilities Ordinance, Sanitary Sewer and Industrial Waste Ordinance, Electrical Code and Fire Code. 15. The applicant shall note all offers of dedication by certificate on the face of the final map. 16. The applicant shall file a final map which shall be prepared by or under the direction of a licensed land surveyor or registered civil engineer. The map shall be processed through the City Engineer prior to being filed with the County Recorder. A- 49 17. The applicant shall provide proof of access prior to final approval and delineate on the final map. 18. The applicant shall quitclaim or relocate easements running through proposed structures. 19. If signatures of record title interests appear on the final map, the applicant shall submit a preliminary guarantee. A final guarantee will be required prior to final map approval. If said signatures do not appear on the final map, a title report/guarantee is needed showing all fee owners and interest holders and this account must remain open until the final parcel map is filed with the County Recorder. ROAD IMPROVEMENTS 20. Applicant's street and grading plans and all construction permitted by such plans shall comply with the requirements of the approved oak tree report. 21. The applicant shall provide at least 40 feet of frontage at the property line and approximately radial lot lines for all lots fronting on the cul-de-sacs or knuckles except for flag lots indicated -on the tentative map. 22. The applicant shall provide temporary turnarounds at the terminus of streets within the right-of-way with a radius of 24 feet. 23. The applicant shall offer private and future right-of-way beyond the turnarounds on all streets to the tract -boundary. 24. The subdivider is required to install distribution lines and individual service lines for community antenna television service (CATV) for all new development. 25. The applicant shall install mailboxes and posts per City standards. Secure approval of U.S. Postal Service prior to installation. 26. The applicant shall not grant or record easements within areas proposed to be granted, dedicated, or offered for dedication for public streets or highways, access rights, building restriction rights, or other easements until after the final map is filed with the County Recorder unless such easements are subordinated to the proposed grant or dedication. If easements are granted after the date of tentative approval, a subordination must be executed by the easement holder prior to the filing of the final parcel map. 27. The applicant shall provide letter(s) of slope easement(s) and drainage acceptance as directed by the City Engineer or Director of Public Works. .-1 7 28. The applicant shall obtain approval of the Director of Community Development and the City Attorney for proposed homeowners association maintenance agreements prior to recordation of the final map or a phase thereof. 29. The applicant shall include a disclosure in the CC&R's to comply with the Geologist's recommendations in the Geology Report for restrictions on watering, irrigation, planting and recommend types of plants (if applicable). 30. The applicant shall provide a horizontal and vertical alignment to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department and the Traffic Engineer. 31. "The applicant shall provide for sight distance along extreme slopes or curves and near the bridge to the satisfaction of the Traffic Engineer. 32. The applicant shall align the centerlines of all local streets without creating jogs of less than 150 feet. 33. Compound curves are preferred over broken -back curves. The applicant shall design broken -back curves to be separated by a minimum of 200 feet tangent (1,000 feet for multi -lane highways). 34. The applicant shall provide and install street name signs prior to occupancy of building(s). 35. The applicant shall offer private and future right-of-way and construct the following required road improvements: Street Name A.B.C.D.E.M&N St. Oak Spring Canyon F.G.H.I.J.K.L.&O St R/W Inverted Width Shoulder Paving 64 FT 14+4 X 64 FT 14+4 X 58 FT 14+4 X a. The local streets within the tract shall be developed and maintained according to the City specifications and standards for local streets. The Council of the City of Santa Clarita shall determine prior to the recordation of the final map whether such streets shall be accepted by the City as public streets or whether such streets shall be maintained as private streets. In the event the Council decides not to accept such streets, the HOA .for the tract shall have the responsiblity to maintain such streets and this obligation shall be included as a part of the CC&R's for the tract. This obligation shall include installation, maintenance, and all operation expenses necessary for any access control devices or installations, including gates which may be used. Such devices or installations shall be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer, Fire Warden and Sheriff's Department prior to installation. .� " 0 36. Except that the applicant shall offer future (only) right-of-way for E Street west of M Street. 37. The applicant shall make improvements connecting M Street to the existing Bronco Drive improvements, to the satisfaction of the City and in accordance with the exhibit on file. Said exhibit provides for a gated, emergency -only connection with no through traffic, including no.construction traffic. WATER 38. The applicant shall file with the City Engineer a statement from the water purveyor indicating that the water system will be operated by the purveyor and that under normal operating conditions, the necessary quantities of water will be available, -the system will meet the requirements for the land division, and that water service will be provided to each lot/parcel. 39. The applicant shall serve all lots with adequately sized water system facilities, including fire hydrants, of sufficient size to accommodate the total domestic and fire flows required for the land division. Domestic flows required for the land division are to be determined by the City Engineer or Director of Public Works. Fire flows required are to be determined by the Fire Chief.; a. The developer shall install a water main in and along the Oak Spring Canyon Road from the terminus of water mains in Lost Canyon Road and Comet Way to the tract. Such water main shall be developed according to City specifications and standards, and shall include installation of fire hydrants according to the standard specifications of the Fire Warden. SEWERS 4o. The subdivider shall install and dedicate main line sewers and serve each lot with a separate house lateral or have approved and bonded sewer plans on file with the Department of Public Works. 41. The subdivider shall submit an area study to determine whether capacity is available in the sewerage system to be used as the outlet for the sewers in this land division. If the system is found.to have..insufficient..capacity, the problem must be resolved to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. 42. The applicant shall pay ordinance frontage charges before filing this land division map. 43. The subdivider shall send a print of the land division map to the County Sanitation District, with the request for annexation. If applicable, such annexation must be assured in writing. a-9 44. The applicant shall pay a deposit as required to review documents and plans for final map clearance in accordance with Section 21.36.010(c) of the Subdivision Ordinance. GRADING. DRAINAGE & GEOLOGY 45. The applicant shall submit a grading plan which must be approved prior to approval of the final map. 46. The applicant shall base grading plan on a detailed engineering Geotechnical report which must be specifically approved by 'the geologist and/or soils engineer and show all recommendations submitted by them. It must also agree with the tentative map and conditions as approved by the Advisory Agency. All buttresses over 25 feet high must be accompanied by calculations. 47. The applicant shall eliminate all geologic hazards associated with this proposed development, or delineate a restricted use area approved by the consultant geologist to the satisfaction of the Geology and Soils Section and dedicate to the City the right to prohibit the erection of buildings or other structures within the restricted use areas. 48. The applicant shall submit drainage plans and necessary support documents to couply with the following requirements. These must be approved to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works prior to filing of the final map. a. Portions of the property are subject to sheet overflow and ponding and high velocity scouring action. b. Portions of the property lying in and adjacent to natural drainage courses and the Oak Springs Canyon Floodway are subject to flood hazard because of overflow, inundation, and debris flows. 49. The applicant shall provide drainage facilities to remove the flood hazard and dedicate and show necessary easements and/or rights-of-way on the final map. 50. Applicant shall execute and record a covenant and agreement regarding the issuance of building permits in an area subject to flood hazard if applicant is allowed to obtain building permits prior to completion of storm drain and channel construction. 51. The applicant shall show on the final map the City's/Flood Control District's right-of-way for the Oak Spring Canyon Channel. A permit will be required for any construction affecting the right-of-way or facilities. Lot lines may be extended to the centerline of the flood control channel. 52. The applicant shall establish a Drainage Benefit Assessment District which must be ratified prior to recordation of the final map to insure the continued maintenance of any buttress or shear key subdrains and drainage improvements. The first years maintenance costs shall be paid by the subdivider prior to approval of the final map. 53. The applicant shall provide for the proper distribution of drainage. 54. The applicant shall notify the State Department of Fish and Game prior to commencement of work within.any -natural drainage course. 55. The applicant shall contact the Corps of Engineers to determine if a 404 permit is required for any proposed work within the major watercourse. The permit, if required, shall be submitted to the City prior to recordation of the final map and any conditions of approval on such permit.shall be deemed conditions of approval of this tentative map. 56. The applicant shall provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties and return drainage to its natural conditions or secure off-site drainage acceptance letters from affected property owners. a. A hydrology study shall be submitted and approved prior to the filing of the final map. The hydrology shall verify, among other things, that the proposed streets and existing downstream streets are able to carry, top -of -curb to top -of -curb, the anticipated flow through the subdivision. b. Portions of this site is located in Zone "A" per the Federal Flood Insurance Rate Map. Upon construction of the storm drain facilities, follow procedures for revising the Flood Insurance Rate Map. 57. The applicant shall submit a detailed engineering Geotechnical and Soil Report which must be approved prior to approval of the final map. The report, based upon adequate test borings or excavations, shall (1) describe any soil or geologic condition(s) which, if not corrected might lead to structural damage or slope failure, and (2) recommend action likely to prevent structural damage or slope failure. A soil expansion index test is required and shall be done in accordance with the procedures of UBC Std. No. 29-2. 58. The applicant shall adjust, relocate, and/or eliminate lot lines, lots, streets, easements, grading, geotechnical protective devices, and/or physical improvements to comply with ordinances, policies, and standards in effect at the date the City determined the application to be complete all to the satisfaction of this Department. 03—// Of 59. ME 61. Prior to final approval, enter into a written agreement with the City of Santa Clarita whereby the subdivider agrees to pay to the City a sum (to be determined by the City Council) times the factor per development unit for the purpose of contributing to a proposed Bridge and Thoroughfare Benefit District to implement the highway element of the General Plan as a means of mitigating the traffic impact of this and other subdivisions in the area. The form of -security for performance of said agreement shall be as approved by the City. The agreement shall include the following provisions: Upon establishment of the District and the area of benefit, the fee shall be paid to a special Department of Public Works fund. In the event funds are required for work prior to formation of the District, the Director of Public Works may demand a sum of $1,000 (or greater as determined by the City Council), times the factor per development unit to be credited toward the final fee established under the District. The subdivider may construct improvements of equivalent value or participate in off-site construction of such improvements adjacent to the tract, in lieu of paying fees established for the District. 4 t The Director of Public Works may require the developer to submit a traffic report periodically that addresses traffic congestion and the need to mitigate the problems prior to issuing building permits. Factors for development units are as follows: Development Unit Factor Single Family per unit 1.0 Townhouse per unit 0.8 Apartment per unit 0.7 Commercial per unit 5.0 Industry per unit 3.0 The project is in the: [ J Via Princessa Bridge and Thoroughfare District [ ] Bouquet Canyon Bridge and Thoroughfare District [X] Route 126 Bridge and Thoroughfare District [ ] Valencia City Bridge and Thoroughfare District The bridge located onsite is to be built to the satisfaction of the Public Works, Parks and Recreation and Community Development Departments. Property must be annexed into the City prior to or concurrently with the final map.recordation. 62. Flood control permits required for construction of storm drains and channels. 63. Applicant shall offer easements and construct improvements for the equestrian trails to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, Parks and Recreation Department and Flood Control District. 64. Applicant shall indicate restricted building areas due to the National Forest and mining buffers on the final map. 65. The applicant shall post boundary markers every 100 feet along the National Forest boundary. These markers are available through the National Forest Service. 66. Combine lots 141 and 142 as a single open space lot with a Flood Control easement. TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT 67. Develop a funding mechanism, if not in place at time of recordation, and contribute a proportionate share of the cost for construction of traffic signals and associated roadway improvements at Soledad Canyon Road and the southbound State Route 14 ramps. This is to be installed and operational within two years after the first occupancy. 68. Develop a funding mechanism, if not in place at time of recordation and contribute a proportionate share of the cost for construction of Soledad Canyon Road to the easterly existing City boundary in the vicinity of Oak Springs Canyon Road, including the appropriate transition. This is to be installed and operational two years after the first occupancy. DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION 69. Prior to recordation, all recreation facilities including the staging area are subject to the approval of the Director of the City of Santa Clarita Parks and Recreation Department. 70. A homeowner's association (HOA) shall be formed to have responsibility and authority of all slope maintenance, including, but not limited to, landscaping, irrigation, and street trees. In order to facilitate this requirement, the tentative map shall be redesigned so that the slopes within the tract are part of an outlot or outlots which will remain in common ownership, owned and maintained by the HOA. 71. All bicycle and equestrian trails are to be constructed to the satisfaction of the City of Santa Clarita Department of Parks and Recreation. FIRE DEPARTMENT 72. This property is located within the area described by the Forester and Fire Warden as Fire Zone 4 and future construction must comply with applicable Code requirements. q_�' 13 73. Provide water mains, fire hydrants, and fire flows as required by the County Forester and Fire Warden for all land shown on the map to be recorded. 74. Provide Fire Department and City -approved street signs, and building address numbers, prior to occupancy. 75. Fire Department access shall extend to within 150 feet distance of any portion of structures to be built. 76. Access shall comply with Section 10.207 of the Fire Code which requires all weather access. All weather access may require paving. 77. Where driveways extend further than 300 feet and are of single access design, turnarounds suitable for fire protection equipment use shall be provided and shown on the final map. Turnarounds shall be designed, constructed and maintained to insure their integrity for Fire Department use. Where topography dictates, turnarounds shall be provided for driveways which extend over 150 feet. 78. All required fire hydrants shall be installed, tested and accepted prior to construction. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction. 79. Bridge shall support 50,000 pounds plus safetyfactor. Private gates shall comply with regulation number 5. 80. The required fire flow for public fire hydrants at this location is 1000 gallons per minute @ 20 psi for a duration of 2 hours, over and above maximum daily domestic demand. 81. All hydrants shall measure 6"x4"x 2 1/2" brass or bronze, conforming to current AWWA standard C503 or approved equal. All hydrants shall be installed a minimum of 25' from a structure or protected by a (2) two hour fire wall. Location: as per map on file with this office. 82. All required fire hydrants shall be installed, tested and accepted prior to construction. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction. 83. Provide fire flow data once hydrants are installed. All hydrants shall.--be-installed in conformance with Title 20, L.A. County Government Code or appropriate City regulations. This shall include minimum six-inch diameter mains. Arrangements to meet these requirements must be made with the water purveyor serving the area. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 84. All sections of Oak Tree Preservation Ordinance 89-10 apply to this permit. • 85. During all construction work on the site, a protective fencing is to be installed around the protected zone of all oak trees on the site. A four -foot high chain link fence is acceptable. 86. There is to be no storage of materials or parking of any vehicles under any of the oaks on or off site. 87. The applicant is to follow all mitigation measures and conditions set forth in the Oak Tree Report prepared by The Planning Center dated January, 1990. 88. All roadway section shifts are subject to the Department of Public Works approval. 89. The applicant is to remove 46 oak trees with a total economic value of $217,246 per ISA standards values. The applicant is required to submit a plan to replace the removed trees, to the satisfaction of the Department of Community Development. 90. The applicant shall install organic material such as crushed walnut hulls to a depth of 3". This is to be shown on the required landscape plan. 91. All encroachments into the protected zones of any oaks for roads, grading, construction or any activities will be subject to the approval of the Director of Community Development. 92. A licensed arborrist is to be onsite during all construction within the protected zones of any of the oak trees. 93. All work done within the protected zone of the oak trees is to be done using small hand tools. 94. This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and the owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed with the Director of Community Development their affidavit stating that they are aware of, and agree to accept, all of the conditions of this grant. 95. Pursuant to approval and agreement of the applicant, final map approval shall not be granted until the applicant enters into an agreement for school mitigation with the William S. Hart Union High School District, and the Sulphur Springs Union School District. 96. It is further declared and made a condition of this permit that if any condition hereof is violated, or if any law, statute, or ordinance is violated, the permit shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to cease such violation and has filed to do so for a period of 30 days. 97. All requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and of the specific zoning of subject property must be complied with unless set forth in the..permit.or..shovn.on .the approved plot plan. -�- /5 98. The property shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the tentative map. 99. Three copies of a landscape plan shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Director of Community Development and the Director of Parks and Recreation prior to the issuance of building permits. The landscape plan shall show size, type, location of all plants, trees, and water facilities. 100. The developer shall construct an emergency access road to the tract by improving and paving Oak Spring Canyon Road from Lost Canyon Road to the tract. Such emergency access need not be developed to minimum public street standards; however, the design of such street shall be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. These road improvements shall include a swale to help direct drainage. 101. Prior to the issuance of any building permit for any residential dwelling unit within the tract, the developer shall have installed and constructed, or caused the installation and construction of the extension of Norland Avenue from Oak Spring Canyon Road to the tract, including the installation and construction of a railroad undercrossing and a river overcrossing necessary to accommodate the extension of the Norland alignment. The developer shall acquire or cause to be acquired, rights-of-way necessary to accommodate the Norland extension as described herein, to his tract boundary. Such rights-of-way shall be dedicated to the City in the event the Council determines, prior to recordation, that the Norland extension right-of-way shall be a public street. CITY OF SANTA CLARITA N E G A T I V E D E C L A R A T I O N CERTIFICATION DATE: APPLICANT: Prime West, Inc. TYPE OF PERMIT: Vesting Tentative Tract Map 47803 Prezone 89-03, Oak Tree Permit 89-049 FILE -N0. : �moc��aaa=aaa�s�acaaac�c�coco=�o�a��oa�o�c caaaa�aa�m��e3a LOCATION OF THE PROJECT: South of Oak Springs adjacent to the National Forest. -DESCRIPTION OF .THE.PROJECT: Proposal to subdivide 1160 acres into 140 single ..family residences and to remove 46 oak trees. The site is currently vacant ..f.la.t .-land. [ ] City Council It is the determination of the [X] Planning Commission [ ] Director of Community Development upon review that the project will not have a significant effect upon the environment. Mitigation measures [X] are attached [ ] are not attached Form completed by: G__e Fred Follstad, Assistant Planner (Name and Title) Date of Public Notice: March 1. 1990 [X] Legal advertisement. [X] Posting of properties. [X] Written notice. ..a ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (Initial Study Form B) CITY OF SANTA CLARITA VTTM 47803 CASE NO. Prezone 89-03 Prepared by: Fred Follstad Oak Tree Permit 89-049 Project Location: South of Oak Springs adjacent to the National Forest. Project Description and Setting: The applicant is proposing to subdivide ±160 acres into 140 single family residences and to remove 46 oak trees, The site is currently vacant flat land. General Plan Designation W. N-1, HM Zoning:_ A-1-.1 - Applicant.: Pxime_:.West Inc. Environmental Constraint Areas.: National Forest—Fire Zone 4. Oaks A. ENVIRONMENTAL -EFFECTS YES MAYBE NO 1. Earth. Will the proposal result.in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? .................. [X] [ ] [ ] b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? [X] [ ] [ ] C. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? [X] [ ] [ ] d. The destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? .................................. [ l [Xl [ l e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? .......... [X] [ ] [ ] f. -Exposure of people -or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? ................................... [Xl [ l [ l g. Changes in deposition, erosion or siltation? ................................. [Xl [ l [ l h. Other modification of a wash, channel, creek, or river? ........................... [X] [ ] [ ] Y_ _� � i YES MAYBE NO i. Earth movement (cut and/or fill) of 10,000 cubic yards or more? ....................... [X] [ ] [ ] j. .Development and/or grading on a slope greater than 25Z natural grade? ............ [X] [ ] [ J k. -.Development within the Alquist-Priolo .::Special Studies Zone? ....................... [ ] [ ] [X] 1. :Other? [ ] [ ] I ] 2. 4ir. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? ....................... [X] I ] I ] b.. .The creation of objectionable odors.? ...._._... [X] [ ] I ] C. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? ................ [ ] [ ] [X] d. Development within a high wind hazard area? ....................................... [ ] I J IX] e. Other? I ] [ ] [ ] 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and .amount of surface runoff? ............................ [X] I J I ] b. Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? .............................. [X] I ] I ] C. Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? ......................... [ ] [X] I ] d. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality, in- cluding but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? ............. [ ] [ ] [X] e. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? ..........4.......... [ ] [X] [ ] f. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through -direct additions or with- drawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? ............ [ ] [X] [ ] g. Substantial reduction .in..the.amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? ............................ [ ] I J IX] Y_ _� � i - 3 - YES MAYBE NO h. Exposure of people or property to :water related hazards such as.flooding? .......... [ ] [X] [ ] i. Other? [ ] [ ] [ ] 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of speciestor-mumber of any species of plants (including gees, shrubs, grasses, crops,:andamicroflora)? ... [X] [ ] [ ] b. Reduction of the numbers of any -:unique, rare or endangered species of plants? ...... [X] [ ] [ ] C. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal re- plenishment of existing species? .............. [X] [ ] [ ] d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? ...................................... [ l [ ] [X] ..5- .Animal life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish and insects or microfauna)? .................... [X] [ ] [ ] b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare -or endangered species of animals? ..... [ ] [X] [ ] C. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? ...... [X] [ ] [ ] d. Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat and/or migratory routes? ........... [ ] [X] [ ] 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Increases in existing noise levels? ........ [X] [ ] [ ] b. Exposure of people to severe or unacceptable noise levels? ................. [ ] [X] [ ] C. Exposure of people to severe vibrations? ... [ ] [X] [ ] 7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce substantial new light or glare? ................. [X] [ ] [ ] 8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial alteration of the present land use of an area? ....................... [X] [ ] [ ] b. A substantial alteration of the planned land use of an area? ............... [ J [ J [X] - 4 - YES MAYBE NO C. A use that does not adhere to existing zoning laws? ............................... [ J [ l [X] d. A use that does not adhere to established -development criteria? [ ] [ J [X] 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: A. _:Increase in the rate of use of any natural --resources? ................................. [Xl [ l [ l b. -Substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural resources? ......................... [XJ [ ] [ J 10..sRisk-zof Upset/Man-Made Hazards. Will the proposal: a.. Involve a risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not .limited to, oil, pestic.ides,.chemicals or _radiation) in the event of an accident or upset conditions? ........................... [X] [ ] [ J b. Use, store, --transport or dispose -•of vhazard- ..ous or toxic materials (including, _but .not .limited to, oil, pesticides,.chemicals or radiation)? ................................ [X] [ l [ ] c. Possible interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? ...................................... [ l [ l [X] d. Otherwise expose people to potential safety hazards? .......................... ......... [ ] [ ] [X] 11. Population. Will the proposal: a. Alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? ..................... [XJ [ ] [ J b. Other? [ l [ l [ J 12. Housing. Will the,proposai: a. Remove or otherwise affect existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? ........................ [ ] [ l [X] b. Other? _ [ ] [ ] [ l 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? ........................ [X] [ l [ J 4�k' -� Y", 1� 5 - YES MAYBE NO b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? ................. [ ] [ ] [X] C. Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems, including public transportation? .............................. [ ] [ ] [XJ d. Alterations to present patterns of ..circulation or movement -,of _people and/or goods? .............................. I ] I ] IX] e. Increase in traffic hazards to -motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? ....... [ ] [X] [ ] f. A disjointed pattern of roadway improvements? .............................. [ ] I ] IX] Z4. Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or al.ter-ed govern- mental services in any of the following areas: a. Fire protection? ........................... [X] [ ] [ J b. Police protection? ......................... ( ] I ] [X] C. Schools? ................................... [X] I ] I ] d. Parks or other recreational facilities? .... [X] [ ] [ ] e. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ........................... [_] [ J [XJ f. Other governmental services? ............... [ ] [ ] [X] 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in? a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy. .................................... IX] I ] I ] b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? .. [ ] [ ] [X] 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a. Power or natural gas? ...................... [ ] [ ] [X] b. Communications systems? .................... I ] [ ] [X] C. Water systems? ............................. IX] d. Sanitary sewer systems? .................... [X] [ ] [ ] e. Storm drainage systems? .................... [X] [ ] [ ] -39. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? ..................... [ ] [ ] [X] "':20.. ,Cultural Resources. a. Will the proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? .............. [ ] [X] [ J b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? ... ( ] [ ] [X] C. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ............. [ ] [ ] [X] d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? ..................... [ ] [ ] (XJ 9 - 6 - YES MAYBE NO f. Solid waste and disposal systems? .......... [ J [ ] [XJ g. Will the proposal result in a disjointed or inefficient pattern of delivery system improvements for any of the.above? ......... [ ] [ ] [X] 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: .a. Creation of any health:hazard.:or.potential health hazard (excluding -mental health)? ... [ ] [ ] [X] b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? ................................... [ ] [ ] (X] 18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal -result in: a. The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public? ................... ( ] [X] [ ] b. Will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? ....................... [ ] [XJ [ ] C. Will the visual impact of the proposal be detrimental to the surrounding area? .... [ ] [ ] [X] -39. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? ..................... [ ] [ ] [X] "':20.. ,Cultural Resources. a. Will the proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? .............. [ ] [X] [ J b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? ... ( ] [ ] [X] C. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ............. [ ] [ ] [X] d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? ..................... [ ] [ ] (XJ 9 7 - Discussion of Impacts. Section Subsection Evaluation of Impact Ia. The site contains collapsible soils (applicant's Geologic Study). lb. There will be displacement, compaction, overcovering and disruptions of the soil associated with the development (applicant's Geologic Study). :lc. There will be grading cuts up to 60 feet deep and 35 feet -.of -4111 to prepare the site for development. (applicant's Initial Study). .1d. There_are.no -features visible (site visit). 11e. The.removal of natural vegitation and change of topography will increase erosion (Community Development and Geologic Study). lf. The site contains collapsible soils and key ways (applicant's Geologic -Report). Ig. The channelization of Oak Springs Wash could alter this downstream (Public Works). ih. There is a concrete channel associated with this project (Geologic Report). li. The applicant is proposing to move 460,000 cubic yards of earth (submitted application). lj. The applicant is developing -37 acres of slope over 25Z (.applicant'_s _Slope Analysis) . lk. The site is not located-on.:the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Maps. 2a. There will be an increase in emissions during the construction phase. There will be an increase in emissions with the development of 140 homes creating 1,400 vehicle trips per day (Community Development and applicant's Traffic Report). 2b. During the construction phase, diesel engine fumes may be present (Community Development). 2c. This project is not to a scale or type that could affect the climate (Community Development). 2d. The area is not in a known wind hazard area (Community Development). 3a. The project will alter the absorption rate and drainage patterns by the introduction of impervious surfaces and channelization of Oak Springs Wash (Hydrology Report). �4- 31 -8 - Discussion of Impacts. Section Subsection Evaluation of Impact 3b. The project will change the flow by the channelization of Oak Springs Wash (Hydrology Report). 3c. The project ultimately drains.into the Santa Clara River (USGS Topographic Maps). 3d. The project is not the type -or .size to alter water quality (Public Works). 3e. There is no known alteration of ground waters to occur (Hydrology Study). 3f. There is no known aquifers -that will be altered at this time (Hydrology Study). 3g. There will be minimal water -.usage associated with this residential development (Community Devel-opment). 3h. There could be flooding downstream from this project (Public Works). 4a. Approximately 80Z of the site will be graded removing all .natural vegetation (Community Development). 4b. The applicant is proposing to remove 46 of the native oak -trees on .the site (applicant's Oak Tree Report). 4c. There will be the introduction of non-native plants associated with residential development (Community Development). 4d. The site is not under agricultural uses (site visit). 5a. The development of the site will reduce the available natural habitat forcing them back to the National Forest to the east (Community Development). 5b. The unarmored three -spine stickleback fish is known to habitat in the Santa Clara River which is within one mile of the site (Community Development maps). 5c. There will be the introduction of domesticated animals not known to exist on the site currently (site visit). 5d. The Santa Clara River is located within one mile of the site (Community Development Maps). 6a. There will be two types of noise increases. One level is associated with the construction actively and the other is associated with residential development (Community Development). 3_� b' b - '9 - Discussion of Impacts. Section Subsection Evaluation of Impact 6b. There is an existing railroad within 3,000 feet of the site (Community Development -taps). 6c. The development during construction could result in vibrations depending on equipment.used (applicant's Acoustical Analysis). 7 There will be an.increase of light which is naturally associated with residential development (Community Development). 8a. The site is currently vacant natural land (site visit). 8b. The City of Santa..Clarita has not adopted a General Plan, but in the preliminary drawings, the site will be consistent with the General Plan (Community Development Maps). 8c. The site is currently zoned A-1-1 which is one acre minimum lot size. The application shows one acre as the smallest lot size (Tentative Map, Santa Clarita Maps). 8d. The development is subject to all provisions of the Zoning Subdivision Codes (Title 21 & 22 of the City Code). 9a. The project will use natural resources associated with residential development (Community Development). 9b. The project will use non-renewable resources associated with residential development (Community Development). 10a. The site is within 3,000 ft. of a railroad on which hazardous materials may be carried (Community Development). 10b. There will be hazardous materials such as paint, oil, etc. used with the proposed single family residences (Community Development). loc. The site with its proposed roads will help in decreasing this impact (Community Development). 10d. No other safety hazards are known at this time (Community Development, applicant's Environmental Analysis). lla. All areas around the proposed development are primarily undeveloped (site visit). 12a. There are no existing residences on the site (site visit). 13a. The project will result in 1,400 vehicle trips per day (applicant's Traffic Study). 13b. All parking for the project will be handled on site (site map). 10 - Discussion of Impacts. Section Subsection Evaluation of Impact 13c. The site.will not affect the public transportation systems (Traffic Study). 13d. The project with proposed improvements create a more concise circulation pattern (Traffic Analysis). ,13e. The project with.proposed improvements is designed to be eaf-e.lf proper vehicle laws are obeyed (Community Development). ._13f. The applicant along with an adjacent developer will.be creating a new secondary link to an existing major highway (applicant's Traffic Report). -14a. The nearest fire station is located 2.5 miles from the site. 'The site is located within Fire Zone 4 (Community Development Maps, L.A.—County Fire Dept.). 14b. No .alteration of :po,lice services .is anticipated (L.A. County Sheriff's Dept.) .14c. All schools in the Santa Clarita Valley are overcrowded (William S. Hart and Sulpher Springs.School District). 14d. The applicant is proposing equestrian trails and a staging area on this development (site plan, Parks and Recreation). 14e. There will be interior roads which are built to City standards (Community Development). 14f. No effects on additional services are known (Community Development). 15a. The fuel and energy used will be those associated with residential construction and occupancy (Community Development). 15b. The site will not contribute to a substantial increase in demand for energy (Community Development). 16a. Both utilities have submitted letters stating that they can serve the project (So._.Cal._Gas..Co., .So..Cal. .Edison) . 16b. The site can be serviced by this utility (Pacific Bell). 16c. The site is currently not served by the water company (Santa Clarita Water). 16d. The site is currently not serviced by a sanitation district (L.A. County Sanitation District). Y= 3y Discussion of Impacts. Section Subsection Evaluation of Impact 16e. The site contains a unimproved drainage channel (Public Works). 16f. There will not be a need for additional solid waste systems (Community Development). 16g. No inefficient delivery system is anticipated (Community Development). 17a. The creation of a health hazard is not anticipated as this is a residential development '(:Community Development). 17b. No health hazards are.1mown (applicant's Environmental Report). 18a,b. The site is adjacent -.to a National Forest (Community Development Maps). 18c. The area is in an area with existing ranches (site visit). 19. The project will be increasing the recreational opportunities by installing equestrian -trails (Parks -and -Recreation). 20a. No known archaeological finds are -on -the site, though there are some in the area (ESRI, applicant's Archaeological Report). 20b,c,d No known cultural sites or activities are known (applicant's Archaeological Report). q-, 3S 12 - B. DISCUSSION OF WAYS TO MITIGATE THE SIGNIFICANT EFFECTS IDENTIFIED la,d,f The applicant shall follow all conditions addressed in the submitted Soils/Geology Report. lb,c,j The majority..of the required grading is to accommodate the road -system .and .to link existing roads. The-applirant-shall also..use.zontour grading whenever possible. le The applicant .shall take all precautions to reduce thisnper City• :Codes . lg;h "The:,tchannel-will be built to City standards,which�will modify the situation. 2a,b, This impact is only short term, therefore, a minimal impact. 3a,b,c,e,f,h The applicant shall follow all conditions of the Public Works Department and the Drainage Concept/Hydrology-Report. 4a,b,c The applicant shall replace the oaks according to N -S-A. Standards. The applicant shall try to leave as much land natural as possible and follow the City's Oak Tree'Ordinance. _5a,b,c,d This impact is unavoidable with any development on the site. 6a,b,c This impact is only short term, therefore, a minimal impact. 7,8a,b This impact is,unavoidable with any development of the site. 9a,b The construction will include evergy saving devices per the Building Codes. 10a,b The applicant shall use and dispose of the materials as required by law. lla This impact is unavoidable for any residential development. 13a,e The- applicant.shall.install all road improvements required in the conditions of approval. 14a,c,d The applicant shall provide an agreement with the school dis.tricts..._.The...applicant..shall follow all required provisions of Fire Zone 4 and maintain the trails and facilities. 15a This impact is unavoidable with any development. 16c,d,e The applicant shall bear the costs of the required improvements and upgrades. 18a,b The applicant is to have a 100 foot buffer between the development and the National Forest. 20a The standard stop -work condition will be applied to this project. T 13 - C. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE Section 15065 of the California Environmental Quality Act states, in part, that if any of the following can be answered yes or maybe, the project may have a.significant effect on the environment and an Environmental Impact Report shall be prepared. YES M NO "1. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish .,or ..wildlife .population to drop below self sus- taining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the -range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? ................. [ ] [ ] [X] 2. Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, -definitive-period ~of -time while long-term impacts .will.endure well into the future.) ........... [ ] ( ] [X] 3. Does the project have impacts which are individually limited but-r.limulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact -on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment is significant.) .. [ ] [ ] [X] 4. Does the project-have°env.ironmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? ......... [ ] [ ] [X] D. DETERMINATION On the basis of this Initial Study, it is determined that: The proposed project COULD._NOT have..a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. .................................... [ ] Although the proposed,,project...COULD have..a._significant effect on the environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described in this Initial Study have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED ..................................... [X] The proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT isrequired. ......................................... [ ] i T �- - 14 - DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA March 1. 1990 Date -Signature Fred Follstad, Assistant Planner Name and Title 4/-- 3 5' r SlIaND CANYON HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION': March 8, 1??0 Ci t,-, of Santa .Cl.a�ita 231?20 Valencia aZ'Vi3_ City .af Senta'Clarita, Ca. 91.355 Attention: Chairwoman: Earasi and Glart ni.n9 Commission members Re: Canvon Oaks De•.ei cpment (UCLA prccert{.? Batta Vujicic cf Prir^Q West Tnti. (PVII) aprroached th.e ..Sand Canyon Hoare Owners Asscciatiori CSr srJai . atrct;t a year ago. +ie :-:as anxious - .to obtain in}?LIt f ^cm th-a residefts 'ir: Sand Canuon..ab.out a de -vel . ppment caked .Carryon Oaks. The. Canvon Oaks devel=ment is a rural carrtt!un,ity consisting, "at that tine, of ISO home sites On 1b4 acres. The develmmme :t is located just south cf the Oak Springs Estates development (Shine.. .:property) and cast of Sand Canyon St.. The SCHC+A . ras voted to nct oppose the development -as -it is ;low design=ed. S4 nC'a it was first pr-eGer.tecf, the.. development .haa .ea,, reduced- to i 4 hct=:e sites each. Z of having _a mini mLlm of one acre. This is a fine project as -n' w submitted and one that should be er-couraged . Sincere Lir. _ Dennis K•. Ostrom. Pre Sand Ca.^.ycn Hc;r.A Owners Association March 7, 1990 Chairperson Rita Garasi CITY OF SANTA CLARITA Planning Commission 23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 RECEIVED MAR 14 1990 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITY CF SANTA rLARITA Re: Letter of Support to Tentative Tract No 47803, Oak 'Park Estates. Dear Chairperson Garasi: we are pleased to report that on February 27, 1990, -the 'Crystal Springs Ranch Homeowner's Association General Assembly, along with .the Board-trf Directors, endorsed the above described project with the following comments: 1. Developer worked diligently in responding to our concerns, needs and issues. 2. Project as designed enhances and improves the general area and preserves .a.flavor..andquality that we all want to maintain. 3. Our Association has found the owners of Oak Park Estates and their representatives to be professional, responsive and sincere in all of their dealings. As elected officials of Crystal Springs Ranch Homeowner's Association, we give our approval of the Oak Park Estates project as presented to us and are available for personal testimony at the forth comming public hearing. Very Truly Yours, Crystal Springs Ranch Homeowner's Association Bv_ : '1 u Greg ster, President By: ltpo4z,,:� , " C, 71 Richard Sathre, Vice Presi en cc: Oak Park Estates (Batts Vujicic) Y__ Ifo March 7, 1990 Chairperson Rita Garasi CITY OF SANTA CLARITA Planning Commission 23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Re: Bronco Drive Closure/Emergency Connection 'Tentative Tract 447803 Dear Chairperson.Garasi, On February 20, 1990, -before the Board of Directors, and again on February 27, 1990, before the General Assembly of Crystal Springs Ranch Homeowner's Association, the issue of Bronco Drive closure was discussed in detail with homeowners, Board and representatives of Oak. Park Estates (UCLA Property). Through an imput from -residents of Bronco..Drive and our General Assembly, a mutual resolution was developed -and endorsed as follows: 1. There shall be no construction traffic on Bronco Drive. 2. There shall be no through traffic on Bronco Drive. 3. There shall be an emergency ONLY gated connection by means of a short fire road between two cul-de-sacs as presented in exhibits to the Association and the City of Santa Clarita. 4. Secondary access shall be at the end of the oresent'Live Oak - Springs Canyon Road, not including proposed 110 acre Griffin project. This access will be guard gated. Local residents will be provided stickers for easy through access, providing original Sand Canyon residents a secondary access thru the UCLA property to the freeway. We as a Board, along with the General Assembly, recommend the Commission to implement the above resolutions in approval of tentative tract #47803. Very Truly Yours, Crystal Springs Ranch Homeowners Association By: XT-" Gr F ster, President Richard Sathre, Vice Pres cc: Oak Park Estates-(Batta Vujicic) March 7, 1990 Chairperson Rita Garasi CITY OF SANTA CLARITA Planning Commission 23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Re: Areawide Road'System for Sand Canyon Dear Chairperson Garasi: As President of the Crystal Springs Ranch Homeowner's Association Board, I with to express .our -association's support for the road .network :proposed to be constructed as part of the development of Tract Nos. 34466 and 47803. Spokesmen for American Beauty Homes and Oak Park Estates :have met with us to familiarize us with their developments. We then presented the following proposals to our general membership at a meeting held February 27, 1990, without objection. 1. Two new bridges are to be constructed to provide primary. access to the above mentioned tracts. One bridge will be over the Santa. Clara River at approximately Oak Springs Canyon Road; together with a new frontage Road, this shall then provide access to Soledad Canyon Road. A new railroad bridge will be constructed to provide passage through an area not far from the present railroad trestle. Both bridges will be under construction prior to either tracts occupancy -and it was agreed NO occupancy is to occur south of the railroad bridge before both bridges are completed. 2: Bronco Drive will remain a cul-de-sac in the Crystal Springs Tract - allowing, however, as emergency crash gate between Bronco Drive and Bronco Lane, just to its north. No thru traffic will occur with either automobiles or construction.. 3. Live Oaks Springs Canyon Road to eventually be a secondary through access and guard gated at the proposed 110 acre Griffin extension. 4. Local residents in Crystal Springs and other Sand Canyon residents are thankful that Batta has allowed them to pass through his gated community since it will allow local residents an alternative to Sand Canyon Road (particularly if face with an emergency situation). This developer has spent a great deal of time identifying the concerns most affecting the Crystal Springs residents and has resolved to put in writing assurances meeting those concerns. . . The community has been very impressed with Battas forthright approach, his honesty and the work he has 7' (k';� i t done to add to the quality of Sand Canyon. For all the reasons above and as President of the Crystal Springs Association, I hereby endorse the Oak Park Estates project. Very Truly Yours, Greg zler, President -cc: American Beauty Homes, Inc. Oak Park Estates/Prime West, Inc. '-�- Y-3 r PRIME WEST INC. 973 S. WESTLAKE BLVD. SUITE 103 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361 PHONE (805) 495-7384 Date: February.27 , 1990 To . Chrystal Springs Board of Directors and Residents of Bronco Drive. Re . Bronco Drive Closure. Dear Residents and 'Board Members, This letter is to serve as a firm commitment on our part not to use Bronco Drive for any and all of -our 'traffic. We will design cur improvements .tc .reflect agreement reached on February 27, 1990 that separates the cul-de-sacs with minimum of 100' separation that will have connection for emergency only in form of turf -blocks with crash gate designed for use of Fire Department or emergency equipment only. Our main access will be through American'Beauty~Homes to the north under the rail road and over new bridge across Santa Clara River. Our secondary access will be through Live Oak Drive through w proposed 45 lots subdivision as agreed by Mr.'David Griffin. If there are further questions, please call. Very Truly yours, ...Prime West, Inc. By:\ I BasU a CC: City of 'Santa Clarita . Sand Canyon. Homeowner's Association icic /President 0 7 _ 7Y_ PRIME WEST INC. 973 S. WESTLAKE BLVD. "SUITE 103 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361 PHONE (805) 495-7384 Date: February27, 1990 To . Chrystal Springs Board of Directors Re . Bridge over Santa Clara River and Tentative Tract 47803. Dear Board Members, In response to concerns expressed by Board and many residents in the past, we the undersigned are herein committing in writting that there shall be no occupancy allowed on our project.as proposed prior to bridge over Santa Clara River being completed. We shall dilligently expedite approvals and construction in cooperation with American Beauty Homes, and we are willing to accept this as a condition of final approval of our project. Sincerely yours, ?PimerInc. j X Battu Vuiicic, President CC: City of Santa Clarita Sand Canyon Homeowner's Association Of T —46 Planning Commission Chairwoman Rita Garasi CTTY OF.SANTA CLARITA 23020 Valencia Blvd. Santa'Clarita, CA 91355 Dear Chairwoman.Garasi, With this letter we wish to voice our support -in -favor 'of approval of Tentative Tract No. 47803'-(1-40 Lots) .commonly known as Oak Park Estates (u= Property). On Wednesday, March 7, 1990, we met with owners of - Oak Park Estates, American Beauty Homes, .and staff members of the City of Santa ClarIta. Purpose of the meeting was to finalize any and all details that needed clarification along with the commitment for early paving - of oak Springs Canyon Road -along with installation of water mains and fire hydrants. All concerns and issues discussed, resulted in mutual agreement., we are happy to report that the following comments.are-part ofour endorsment: 1. Oak Springs Canyon Homeowners Association is sincerely comnited to support approvals of Tract 147803. 2. we are available for -any and all persona? testimonies. 3. Because we .Eae1 .1 hat. t1me is of -the. essence, we urge approvals as soon as possible. 4. Developers wi;lli3gr_ess to understand.. our needs and their approach in resolving them was most honest, professional and appreciated. 5. Project will improve and enhance our area as well as increase our property values with quality and -flavor that are welcome in our neighborhood. We all hope a -rid trust that the City of Santa Clarita will use their understanding and approve project as designed. sincerely -yours, Oak Springs Canyon. Homeowners Association Bv.: Johni by, FresiQ t �Sokesperson) cc: Oak Park Estates (Batta Vujicic) O T!4� . • C: Griffin Homes NORTHERN DIVISION February 27, 1990 Prime West Inc. 973 S. Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village, CA 91361 Dear Mr. Batta Vujick, In response to your request for us to grant you access through TR.#32571 please find -the following: We are currently developing a tentative tract.map-for our remaining 110 acre parcel which is adjacent and to the south of your property. If we should receive .the approval to develop 45 lots on this 110 acres, we would be more than happy to grant you access through our project with the connection to Live Oak Canyon Springs Rd. In the event we do not receive this approval of our tentative tract map, under no circumstance will you have any access, through this property. In such an event this remaining -110 acre parcel will remain as one single lot and will be developed as a ranch estate. There will then be no public or private access through this parcel. We will continue to keep you informed of our progress with our processing of the tentative tract map. Respectfully, David Griffin 15300 Saddleback Road. Santa Clanta Vailey. California 91351 (805) 296-0166 • FAX (805) 298-1219 4�-- Tq THE CUSTOMER CARE COMPANY , f CITY OF SANTA CLARITA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT APPLICATION: Vesting Tentative Tract Map 47803 Oak Tree Permit 89-049 Prezone 89-004 PROJECT PROPONENT: 'Prime West, Inc. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Request to subdivide 160 acres into .140 single family residences and 1 private parksite and 2 open space lots. ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 2840-016-900. A public hearing"on this matter and associated potential environmental impacts, if any, will be conducted by the City of Santa Clarita Planning Commission on: DATE: March 20, 1990 TIME: 6:30 p.m. LOCATION: City Council Chambers 23920 Valencia Blvd., First Floor Santa Clarita, CA 91355 A NEGATIVE DECLARATION has been prepared for this proposed project and is available for public review.beginning at 4:00 p.m. on March 1, 1990 at: City Hall Valencia Library Department of Community Development 23743 Valencia Boulevard & 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Ste. 300 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 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 City of Santa Clarita, Department of Community Development, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Third Floor, Santa Clarita, CA 91355; Telephone: (805) 255-4330. Fred Follstad , Project Planner. Mark Scott Director of Community Development --------------------------------------------------------------------- Posted: Santa Clarita City Hall Published: The Newhall Signal Sheriff's Department on: Santa Clarita Post Office February 28, 1990 Rev.01/12/90 ;tet �AOTA C�'4 VICINITY NEAP sem: CASE N 0 PREZONE 89-04 tiIK.\�.NI) IiNGINfiF.(ZING #IATES ENG NEERS AND 1523013 ;RHANK BOULEVARD.)VAN NUYS CALIFORNIA 91411 —RHONE (213) 787.85.So Written by Dan May Date 5-8-89 Checked by Rev Date 5-23-89 Client prime West Inc. LEGAL. DF-SCRIPTION W4'.heef No.1 of 1 R E' i:, yes: U V E D JUS! 0 2 1989 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITY OF SANTA CLARITA Work Order No. 5089-31 Description No. 4637 Area -- THAT PORTION OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 14 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN IN THE UNINCORPORATED TERRITORY OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID SECTION 24 NORTH 89046'53" WEST 2627.75 FEET TO THE SOUTH QUARTER CORNER OF $AID SECTION 24; THENCE ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER.OF SAID SECTION 24 NORTH 00009'33" EAST 2634.53 FEET TO THE CENTER OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER NORTH .89053'47" EAST 2637.63 FEET TO THE EAST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER SOUTH 00°22'10" WEST 2649.42 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 159.70 ACRES MORE OR LESS.