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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-08-27 - AGENDA REPORTS - PLANNING CMSN RESO P91 38 (2)PUBLIC HEARING DATE: August 27, 1991 AGENDA REPORT City Manager Item to be pr Lynn M. Harri SUBJECT:Appeal of Planning Commission decision (Resolution No. P91-38) on Zone Change 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539. The project 'site,is located at 27800 Sand Canyon Road. DEPARTMENT:, Community Development BACKGROUND The City Clerk's office has received an appeal of the Planning Commission's' decision of June 4, 1991 to deny Zone Change 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539. The appellant is Mr. Hal Good, the applicant. This case was originally scheduled to be heard by the Planning Commission on May 21, 1991 but was continued to June 4, 1991. At the June 4th Public Hearing the Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny Zone Change 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539, thereby upholding the City's draft General Plan designation of Residential Estate (RE). The Planning Commission directed staff to return with a formal resolution for denial of the proposal which was adopted at the June 18, 1991 Planning Commission meeting. ANALYSIS The proposal is for a zone change from A-1-2 (Light Agriculture, 2 acre minimum lot size) to A-1-1 (Light Agriculture, 1 acre minimum lot size) which would allow for the subdivision of 2.68 acres into tvo single family residential lots. Proposed lot 1, a flag lot, would consist of approximately 1.13 net acres and proposed lot 2 would consist of approximately .98 net acres. The proposed subdivision would result in a density of 0.74 dwelling units per acre. At the time the Planning Commission denied the proposal, it was not consistent with the City's draft General Plan designation of Residential Estate which allows for 0.0 to 0.5 dwelling units per acre. However, following the decision of the Planning Commission and prior to the adoption of the General Plan, the land use designation for the project site was changed to Residential Very Low (RVL) which allows for 0.5 to 1.0 dwelling units per acre. The proposed density of the project is now consistent with the General Plan designation and is below the midpoint density. 1. Receive the staff presentation; 2. Open the public hearing and receive testimony; APPROVED Agenda Item: Page 2 3. Options of the City Council: a. Uphold the Planning Commission's decision for denial of Zone Change 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539. b. Approve Zone Change 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539 and direct staff to return to the City Council with an ordinance and conditions of approval. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Appeal request from Hal Good, the applicant. 2. Staff Report dated May 21, 1991 3. Negative Declaration and Initial Environmental Assessment 4. Planning Commission Resolution No. P91-38 5. Project site plan . 6. Minutes of May 21, 1991 Planning Commission meeting LMH:KMK:233 a CITY OF SANTA CLARITA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING APPEALING THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DENIAL OF ZONE CHANGE 90-013 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 22539 REQUEST FOR A ZONE CHANGE FROM A-1-2 TO A-1-1 TO ALLOW FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF 2.68 ACRES INTO TWO LOTS. LOCATION: 27800 SAND CANYON ROAD, IN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: A Public Hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita to consider an appeal from the applicants, Adrienne and Hal Good, regarding the Planning Commission's denial of Zone Change w 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539. The applicants are tequesting a zone change from A-1-2 to A-1-1 to allow for the subdivision of 2.68 acres into two lots. The property is located at 27800 Sand Canyon Road in the City of Santa Clarita. The hearing will be held by the City Council in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., 1st Floor, Santa Clarita, the 27th day of August, 1991, at or after 6:30 p:m. Proponents, opponents, and any interested persons may appear and be heard on this matter at that time. Further information may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk's Office, Santa Clarita City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., 3rd Floor, Santa Clarita. If you wish to challenge this order 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 Council, at,,or prior to the public hearing. Date: July 30, 1991 Donna M. Grindey City Clerk Publish Date: August 5, 1991 PUBLIC HEARING PROCEDURE 1. Mayor Opens Hearing a. States Purpose of Hearing 2, City Clerk Reports on Hearing Notice 3. Staff Report (City Manager) or (City Attorney) or (RP Staff) 4. Proponent Argument (30 minutes) S. Opponent Argument (30 minutes) 6. Five-minute Rebuttal (Proponent) a. Proponent 7. Mayor Closes Public Testimony S. Discussion by Council 9. Council Decision 10. Mayor Announces Decision T� (7; as pss� Mayor Carl Boyer III City of Santa Clarita 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 RE: Appeal of Resolution P91-38 Dear Mayor Boyer: Hal Good 27800 Sand Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA 91351 25 June 1991 This letter shall serve as my formal appeal of the Planning Commission's Resolution P91-38 on June 18, 1991. Enclosed please find the required fee of $465.00 for this appeal. I feel the aforementioned resolution and my entire application for Zone Change 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539 have not had a fair and impartial review by staff nor the Planning Commission. I respectfully ask the City Council to approve my original application. Sincerely, Hal Good HG:af CITY OF SANTA CLARITA STAFF REPORT Tentative Parcel Map 22539 Zone Change 90-013 DATE: May 21, 1991 TO: Chairman Brathwaite and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Lynn M. Harris, Director of Community Development(QJ PROJECT PLANNERS: Kevin Michel, Associate Planner and Kristi Kimbrough, Planning Technician APPLICANT. Mr. and Mrs. Hal Good LOCATION: 27800 Sand Canyon Road, Sand Canyon area, (Assessor Parcel Number 2840-013-012) REQUEST: A zone change from A-1-2 (Light Agriculture Zone, 2 acre minimum lot size) to A-1-1 (Light Agriculture Zone, 1 acre minimum lot size) to allow for a minor land division involving the subdivision of a 2.68 acre parcel into two single family residential lots. Proposed lot 1, a flag lot, would consist of 1.43 acres and proposed lot 2 would consist of 1.25 acres. The applicants are proposing to subdivide the' subject parcel into two lots. Proposed lot 1, a flag lot, would consist of approximately .98 net acres and proposed lot 2 would consist of approximately 1.13 net acres. The project requires a change in the existing zoning of "Light Agriculture, 2 acre minimum lot size" (A-1-2) to "Light Agriculture, 1 acre minimum lot size" (A-1-1). There is an existing single family residence on proposed lot 1, as well as three accessory structures. Proposed lot 2 is currently vacant and no construction is proposed at this time. The project site fronts on Sand Canyon Road and is surrounded on the north, east, and southeast by vacant 'properties and on the south and west by residential uses. The site is relatively flat. Agenda Item: The applicants are not proposing to remove any of the forty-two (42) oak trees on the project site. The existing residence is presently serviced by a private septic system and the Santa Clarita Water Company. The project will need to be annexed into. the sewer line located in Sand Canyon Road. SURROUNDING -LAND USE/ZONING/GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY: As proposed, this zone change and subdivision for residential development would result in a density of 0.74 dwelling units per acre. This is not consistent with the City's draft General Plan designation of Residential Estate (0.0 to 0.5 dwelling.units per acre). The existing zoning, the City's draft General Plan designations and the existing land uses of the project site and adjacent properties are as follows: City's draft General Plan Zone Land Use Project Site RE (Residential A-1-2 Residential Estate) North RE (Residential A-1-1 Vacant Estate) East RE (Residential A-1-2 Residential Estate) South RE (Residential A-1-2 Residential Estate) West RE (Residential A-1-1 Vacant Estate) ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: As part of the project review, an environmental assessment was made to evaluate the impacts of the project. The environmental areas of concern for the project included inconsistancy with the City's draft General Plan and drainage. It was determined that this proposal shall have no adverse environmental impacts which could not be avoided through project design and mitigation measures. Subsequently, a draft Negative Declaration was prepared for this project. INTERDEPARTMENT/INTERAGENCY REVIEW: The project has been distributed to the affected City departments and agencies, and the Community Development Department has received requirements and comments from the following: The Public Works Department/Traffic Division is requiring that the applicant be restricted to a single point of access/egress for the two proposed lots. Sand Canyon Road is indicated on the City's draft General Plan as being a major highway. The Parks and Recreation Department is requiring the applicant to provide a 15' wide multi -use trail easement to be located adjacent to Sand Canyon Road. The Public Works Department is requiring both parcels to connect 'to the existing sewer and water lines in Sand Canyon Road. In addition, the project site is located within Flood Zone A0, necessitating all future construction to comply with construction procedures required in a flood hazard area. ANALYSIS: The proposed subdivision would not alter any present land uses in the area, as the surrounding uses are residential and this subdivision is to allow for future residential construction. This subdivision would require a zone change from A-1-2 (Light Agriculture, 2 acre minimum lot size) to A-1-1 (Light Agriculture, 1 acre minimum lot size). As proposed, lot 1 (a flag lot) would consist of 1.43 gross acres and 1.13 net acres and lot 2 would consist_ of 1.25 gross acres and 0.98 net acres. These lot sizes would conform to subdivision standards for one acre lots. However, the proposed zone change is inconsistent with the City's draft General Plan designation of Residential Estate (0.0 to 0.5 dwelling units per acre), as the proposed project density is 0.74 dwelling units per acre. According to Government Code Section 65360,*a City may not approve a project if a finding can not be made that the proposed land use will be in conformance with the general plan. The applicant has requested that this project be expedited to public hearing, despite the fact that'the Public Works Department has requested that a public hearing not be scheduled until the drainage concerns have been resolved. The main concern is the location of the Live Oak Springs Canyon drain that runs across proposed lot 2. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works has indicated that it will begin final design on a project concept for the installation of the subject drain within the 1991-92 fiscal year. The Public Works Department has granted the applicant permission to vacate the -offer for private and future street for Boulder Creek Road. This will make it necessary for both of the proposed lots to take access off of Sand,Canyon Road. The Public Works Department/Traffic Division is requiring that the two proposed lots utilize a single point of access/egress. This would require a common driveway over the flagstrip for both lots 1 and 2. Pursuant to Santa Clarita Municipal Code Section 22.16.150, in making its recommendation relative to a proposed change of zone, the. Commission shall consider five principles and standards. Staff believes that information- submitted by the applicant fails to substantiate two of the five findings as follows: (1) Finding 14 requires that the proposed zone at such location will be in the interest of public health, safety and general welfare, and in conformity with good zoning practice. Due to the unresolved drainage concerns associated with the Live Oak Springs Canyon drain, staff does not believe that this finding can be made. .'5� (2) Finding 15 requires that the proposed zone change be consistant with the adopted General Plan for the area. Although the General Plan has not yet been adopted, the City's draft General Plan is designating the property as Residential Estate (0.0 to 0.5 dwelling units per acre). The proposed density of 0.74 units per acre is not consistant with this proposed designation. RECOMMENDATION: Deny Tentative Parcel Map 22539 and Zone Change 90 -013 -(Exhibit A). m 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: Mr. and Mrs. Hal Good TYPE OF PERMIT: Zone Change and Tentative Parcel Maw FILE NO.: 90-177: ZC 90-013, TPM 22539 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ LOCATION OF THE PROJECT: 27800 Sand Canyon Road, south of Comet Way., in the Sand Canyon area of the City of Santa Clarita. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT: Minor land division of 2.68 acres gross - into two (2) single family residential lots. It is the determination of the [ ] City Council [ ] Planning Commission [X] Director of Community Development upon review that the project will not have a significant effect upon.the environment. Mitigation measures Form completed by: [ ] are attached [X] are not attached (Signature) Key ;n t P/'aAne Daniel D. Powers, Assistant Planner (Name and Title) Date of Public Notice: S—r [X] Legal advertisement. [X] Posting of properties. [X] Written notice.. 4 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT, (Initial Study Form B) CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CASE NO. 90-177 Prepared by: Daniel D. Powers Project Location: 27800 Sand Canyon Road, south of Comet Way Project Description and.Setting: Minor land division of 2.68 acres gross into two (2) single family residential lots. The project is located in the Sand Canyon area of the City of Santa Clarita. General Plan Designation W (Floodway/Floodplain) and Nl (Non -urban 1) Zoning: A-1-2 (Light Agriculture Zone, minimum 2 acre lot size) Applicant: Mr. and Mrs. Hal Good Environmental Constraint Areas: Flood Hazard area. Fire Zone 4 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 [ ] [X] 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? ................................... [ ] [ ] [X] g. Changes. in deposition, erosion or siltation? ................................. [ ] [X] [ ] h. Other modification of a wash, channel, creek, or river? .[ ] [ ] [X] 60 rs :4FTn 5.4.3 Tu'yl..4�y YES MAYBE NO Earth movement (cut,and/or fill) of 10,000 cubic yards or more? ....................... [ ] [ I [X] Development and/or grading on a slope greater than 25% natural grade? .....-....... [ ] Development within the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone? ...................... [ ] 1. Other? Identified Environmental Impacts 1.a. Proposed parcel 2 of the project area is relatively flat and will require minimal grading. There is an existing single family residence on proposed parcel 1. No changes in geologic substructures are anticipated as a result of this project (Community Development). l.b. Although the project is a minor land division request creating two single family residential lots, there is no proposed construction at this time. However, it is assumed that construction of a new single family residence will be initiated in the. future. No significant impacts related to soils are expected to result from this project (Community Development). l.c. The proposed building areas is generally flat and therefore no changes to the topography are planned as a result of the appYicant's proposal (Community Development). l.d. Per the applicant's initial study submitted to the Department of Community Development on August 9, 1990, there are no.unique geologic features found on the project .site (Community Development). 1.e. Although no construction is proposed, short term water and wind erosion is - expected to result from future construction. The applicant shall follow the regulations of all City codes regarding soil erosion during all construction; therefore, no significant effects are foreseen. l.f. According to Seismic Safety section of the North Los Angeles County General Plan, the project site is located within Seismic Shaking Zone I (severe shaking). The Department of Public Works in the City of. Santa Clarita requires that any structure shall be set back 50 feet from a potentially active fault trace, and that all construction comply with applicable building codes related to earthquake safety standards. The above mentioned conditions are considered sufficient to reduce any potential impact to below a level of significance (Community Development and Public Works). 2 3�4u 2k,�i; 1.ya fy j l.g. Although no construction isY proposed at the time of project approval, short term construction impacts have the potential to create erosion on site. As a condition of approval for this project, the Department of Public Works requires that long term erosion and drainage problems are corrected, and therefore no significant impacts are anticipated. 1.h. No modifications of a wash, channel, creek, or river are proposed by this .project. 1.i.,j. Per the initial study submitted by the applicant's agent on August 9, 1990, no grading is anticipated as a result of this project (Community Development). 1.k. The site is not within the San Gabriel Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone. YES MAYBE NO Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? .................... [ ) [X] [ ) b. The creation of objectionable odors? ....... [ ] [X) [ ) 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? ...................................... [ ] [ ) [X) e. Other? [ ) [ ) [X) Identified Environmental Impacts 2.a. Short term impacts to air quality are expected to occur as a result of this project, primarily from construction impacts and vehicle construction trips to the site. According to the Air Quality Management District, vehicles related to site construction are a major source of air pollutants. As a condition of approval, the applicant will be required to follow all City and AQMD regulations (Community Development). 2.b. Short term, construction related impacts may result from this project; however the scope of the project is not significant enough to warrant concern. No long term impacts are anticipated as a result of this minor land division (Community Development). 2.c. Changes in air movement, moisture, climate, or temperature are not anticipated to be a significant impact to the surrounding environment or to the Santa Clarita Valley region (Community Development). DRA.FT 2.d. The project is not located within a high wind hazard area (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? ............................ [ I [XI [ I b. Alterations to the course or flow of flood -waters? .............................. L I LXI [ I C. Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? L ] [ I [XI d. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality, including but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? ........................ ( ] [ ] [X] e. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of.ground waters? [ I [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? ............ [ ] [ ] [XI g. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? [ I [ I [XI h. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? .......... [ ] [X] [ I i. Other? [ ] [ I 1x3 Identified Environmental Impacts 3.a.,d.,e.,f Although changes in surface runoff and groundwater flows could result from the project, mitigation measures in the conditions of approval required by the Department of Public Works will address any standard requirements related to hydrology. The project is proposing to create one (1) single family residence in -the Sand Canyon area and no significant impacts to groundwater and hydrology are foreseen (Community Development). 3.b.to. 'h. According to the Flood Insurance Rate Maps published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the site is -located within Zones A (area of 100 -year flood; base flood elevations and flood hazard factors are not determined) and AO (areas of 100 year shallow flooding where depths are between one (1) and three (3) feet). YY'F3y r S { e _ 5 _ ityt.�"4.4i' l� Ff k'i" �La,} lvsi 3.g. The Santa Clarita Water Company has stated that there are adequate water services to accommodate the proposed project (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grasses, crops, and microflora)? ... [ ] _ [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? ...................................... [ ] [ ] [X] Identified Environmental Impacts 4.a.1c.,d. Although there are no construction plans for the site at this time, plant species could be introduced to the site as landscaping, according to Christine Kudija, Assistant Planner, City of Santa Clarita. This is not considered significant as the introduction of non-native plants to the property will not lead to the displacement ofnative species (Community Development). 4.b. The applicants are not proposing to .remove any of the oak trees on site. An oak, tree report is required for all oaks directly related to proposed parcel 2. Furthermore, at the time of any construction on the site, the applicants shall be required to complete any necessary oak tree permits needed, per Ordinance 89-10 (Oak Tree Ordinance). YES MAYBE NO 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] Ib N. 7. up Jv 7?AFT Identified Environmental Impacts 5.a.,b.,c.,d. Per the applicant's initial study, there are no rare, endangered, or unique animal species found on or near the site. The site is located in a area developed for single family residential buildings. Moreover, the proposed project is not expected to create a barrier to migratory routes for species (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 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] [ ] Identified Environmental Impacts 6.a.,b.,c. Although there is no proposed construction at this time, short term construction impacts may occur as a result of this project, according to Bruce - Walker, a noise impact specialist. Santa Clarita Municipal Code Section 12.12.030 prohibits construction noise between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 6:30 A.M., Monday through Saturday (Construction related noise on Sundays is prohibited.) The Sheriff's Department and City Code Enforcement are responsible for compliance- with the Municipal Code. Long term impacts are primarily created by vehicular trips to and from the project site.- A single family residential unit is anticipated to create 10 trips per day; however, this generation factor will not be a significant impact (Community Development and Public Works). YES MAYBE NO Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce substantial new light or glare? ............... [ ] [ ] [X] Identified Environmental Impacts 7. Although this project will create new light sources in the vicinity, future construction will consist of one single family residential unit; therefore, this will not be a significant impact. All associated light and, glare. will be typical of a single family residence (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 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? ............... [ ] [X] [ ] - 7 - DRA-FT C. A use that does not adhere to existing zoning laws? ............................... IXl I I [ I d. A use that does not adhere. to established. development criteria? ...................... Identified Environmental Impacts YES MAYBE NO I I [ l [Xl 8.a. The proposed project is a request for a minor land division. This subdivision of land will create two single family lots from one existing single family lot within an existing residential area (Community Development). 8.b. The proposed future General Plan designation for the project site is Residential Estate (0.0 - 0.5 DU/ac). The proposed project density is 0.74 DU/ac. If the land use designation of Residential Estate is adopted for this area, the project will not be. in conformance with the City's future general plan.. According to Government Code Section 65360, a City may not approved the project or issue building permits if a finding can not be made that the proposed land use will be in conformance to the general plan (Community Development). 8.c. The property is currently zoned A-1-2 (Light Agriculture, minimum lot size 2 acres net). The applicants are proposing a zone change to A-1-1 (Light Agriculture, minimum lot size 1 acre net) - 8. d. et). 8.d. If the proposed project is approved, the development of one (1) single Family residence will occur. At the time building permits are issued for the single family residence, the applicants will be. required to meet all applicable municipal codes (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: Q. Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? ........ [ ] [ l [XI b. Substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural resources? ......................... [ I [ I [XI Identified Environmental Impacts 9.a.,b. This residential subdivision is not anticipated to reduce the rate of natural resources significantly (Community Development). 10. Risk of Upset/Man-Made Hazards. Will the proposal: a. Involve a risk of an explosion or the release iIq YES MAYBE NO of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset conditions? .......................... [ ] [ ] [X] b. Use, store, transport or dispose of hazard- ous or toxic materials (including, -but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? ................................ [ ] [ l [XI C. Possible interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? ...................................... [ I [ I [XI d. Otherwise expose people to potential safety hazards? ................................... [ I [ l [XI Identified Environmental Impacts 10.a.,b.,c.,d. Typical hazardous materials associated with.a single family residence are anticipated to be stored on-site. The project is not anticipated to create hazardous conditions in the project area and therefore, is not co nsidered a significant effect (Community Development). 1. YES MAYBE NO 11. Population. Will the proposal: a. Alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? ..................... [ ] [ ] [XJ b. Other? [ ] [ I [XI Identified Environmental.Imnacts 11.a. Per the applicant's initial study, the project as proposed is expected to generate six (6) persons to the area. A growth rate of six (6) persons to the Sand Canyon area is not considered a significant effect (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 12. Housing. .Will the proposal: a. Remove or otherwise affect existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? ........................ [ ] [ ] [XJ b. Other? Identified Environmental Impacts 12.a. The proposed project is expected to create one new housing unit to the area. The project is not anticipated to create a demand for new housing in the project area (Community Development). DRAFT YES MAYBE NO 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? ........................ [ ] [ ] [X] b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? ................. [ ] [ ] [X] C. Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems, including public transportation? [ ] [X] [ ] d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? .............................. [ l [ ] [X] e. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? ....... [ ] [ ] [X] f. A disjointed pattern of roadway improvements? .............................. [ ] [ ] [X] Identified Environmental Impacts 13.a. The project is expected to generate 10 vehicular trips per day according to Michael Murphy, Assistant Traffic Engineer for the City of. Santa Clarita. This amount of vehicular trips is not considered significant (Public Works). 13.b.,d.,e.,f. The introduction of one new single family unit within the Santa Clarita Valley is not expected to create a demand for new parking nor alter the present circulation patterns for commerce or human activity (Community -Development). 13.c. There has been concern over the need for future transportation within the City of Santa Clarita. Any associated impacts may be alleviated by the payment of a contribution towards a fund for meeting future transit needs (Public Works). The applicant shall be required to pay a Transit Impact Fee of $ 200.00 per residential unit within one (1) year of. the approval of this project; provided that the City has its Transit Impact Program in effect. These fees shall be paid to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director. YES MAYBE NO 14. Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered govern- mental services in any of the following areas: a. Fire protection? ........................... [ ] [ ] [X] b. Police protection? [ ] [ ] [X] - l o - D . c. Schools? ................................... [ I [X] [ I d. Parks or other recreational facilities? .... [ ] [XI [ I e. Maintenance'of public facilities, including roads? ........................... [ I [XI [ I f. Other.governmental services? [ I [ I [XI Identified Environmental Impacts 14.a. The site is located within Fire Zone 4. Standard requirements have been recommended and will be implemented into the conditions of approval .to mitigate any associated negative impacts to.the public health and safety. 14.b. The Sheriff's Department has stated that there are no concerns involving the project. Therefore, it is anticipated that police services can be provided to serve this project. 14.c. Although no new construction is proposed at this time, the applicant is required to enter into a mitigation agreement with the associated school districts as a way of reducing any negative impacts upon services. 14.d.,e. Appropriate in -lieu fees for the bridge and thoroughfare districts are required prior to the issuance of building permits. This is considered an acceptable mitigation measure for the project. YES MAYBE NO 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in? a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy. .................................... [ ] [ I [XI b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? [ ] [ I [XI Identified Environmental Impacts 15.a.,b. The utility companies serving this project have not commented on the proposed project as of today's date. However, no significant impacts are expected to occur (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a. Power or natural gas? ...................... [ ] [ I [XI b. Communications systems? .................... [ I [ I [XI C. Water systems? ............................. [ ] [ I [XI d. Sanitary sewer systems? .................... [ ] [X] [ ] e. Storm drainage systems? .................... [ l [ ] [X] f. Solid waste and disposal systems? .......... [ ] [ ] [X] g. Will the proposal result in a disjointed or inefficient pattern of delivery system improvements for any of the above? ......... [ ] [ ] [X] Identified Environmental Impacts 16.a.,b.,c.,d.,e.,f.,g. No impacts are anticipated as a result of this project (Community Development). 16.d. The project will need to be annexed into the district if service is desired (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 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? ................................... [ 7 [ ] [Xl Identified Environmental Impacts 17.a.,b. This proposed residential subdivision is not anticipated to :create human health hazards (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 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? ....................... [ ] [ ] [X] C. Will the visual impact of the proposal be detrimental to the surrounding area? .... [ ] [ ] [X] Identified Environmental Impacts 18.a.,b.,c. The project will result in one (1) single family residence. Visual impacts are not considered a significant impact (Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 19. Recreation. Will the.proposal result in an impact upon the quality.or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? [ ] [ ] [X] - 12 _ ,3 Identified Environmental Impacts � 19. Although no new construction is proposed at this time, future construction is not anticipated to create an adverse impact on recreational services within the Santa Clarita Valley (Parks and Recreation and Community Development). YES MAYBE NO 20. Cultural Resources. a. Will the proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? .............. [ ] [ ] [X] 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? ..................... [ ] [ ] [X] Identified Environmental Impacts 20.a.,b.,c.,d. To mitigate any significant impacts related to cultural resources, the Community Development Department requires that axf archaeological "hold" be placed on the project, should archaeological remains be found on the site, until a qualified archaeologist has inspected the site. 17 - 13 -ni E Tb f 1 ' « S •::S moi' i .' d yY `L 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 MAYBE 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 cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where' effect of the total of those impacts on the environmdnt is significant.) .. [ ] [ ] [X] 4. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly .......... [ J [ ] [X] 0 TION 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 is required . ......................................... [ ] 09 - 14 - DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA October 12, 1990 (updated 1990) Date j- Signature Daniel D. Powers, Assistant Planner Name and Title IQ SIZE COMPARISON MA` "'�\ >, TPM 22539 1, ZC 90m=0 13 1 � \ I - 121 L:iG I / /SII J / _ o _ I` _ a.am.Ya � •�______ - N X r. I ¢ — I 1 �::::::::: • i' \ v • �I f n -__.• a. -iy. .iiL_� .fah -rf., �, �.:..... /\\\ \ .. I SE[ ly \ \ n •\�\` '\) �r / y . I 1 1 I e . I,,. � !j mt I r. uCn alu' \`� _—'st•T'� \ \ s�M. ' � / TPM 22539 ZC 90--013 RESOLUTION NO. P91-38 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, DENYING ZONE CHANGE 90-013 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 22539 LOCATION: 27800 SAND CANYON ROAD THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Planning Commission does hereby make the following findings of fact: a. An application for a tentative parcel map and zone change was filed with the City of Santa Clarita by Hal and Adrienne Good (the "applicants") on August 9, 1990. The property for which this application has been filed is located at 27800 Sand Canyon Road. (Assessor Parcel Number 2840-013-012, a legal description of which is on file in the Department of Community Development.) b. Tentative Parcel Map 22539 requests the subdivision of a 2.68 acre parcel into two single family residential lots. Proposed lot 1, a flag lot, would consist of 1.43 acres and proposed lot 2 would consist'of 1.25 acres. C. This subdivision' requires a zone change from its present zoning of A-1-2 (Light Agriculture Zone, two. acre minimum lot size) to A-1-1 (Light Agriculture Zone, one acre.minimum lot size). d. The property is ,designated Residential Estate (0.0 to 0.5 dwelling units per acre, midpoint of 0.25) on the City's draft General Plan. The proposed subdivision would result in a density of 0.74 dwelling units per acre. e. The property was not involved in a division of a larger parcel within the previous two (2) years. f. Proposed lot 1 is developed with a single family residence and three accessory structures. Proposed lot 2 is presently vacant. The property does not have an average. slopegreater than 20 percent. g. The property is surrounded on the north, east, and southeast by vacant properties and on the south and west by single family residential uses. h. The property fronts on Sand Canyon Road. Proposed lot 1 would take access along a flagstrip which is presently' known as Boulder Creek Road. The Public Works Department has granted the applicant permission to .vacate the offer for private and future street for Boulder Creek Road. Page 1 of 3 i. The City of Santa Clarita Development Review Committee (DRC) met on November 29, 1990, and supplied the applicant with recommended Conditions of Approval. The applicant was informed at this time that the proposed density of the project was inconsistent with the current draft of the City's General Plan. j. A duly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on May 21, 1991, at 7:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita. The Planning Commission continued this case, without opening. the public hearing, to the regular Planning Commission meeting on June 4, 1991. This case was heard by the Planning Commission on June 4, 1991. SECTION 2. Based upon the above findings of fact, oral and written testimony and other evidence received at the public hearing held for the project, and upon studies and investigations made by the Planning Commission and on its behalf, the Planning Commission further finds as follows: a. At the hearing of June 4, 1991, the Planning Commission considered the staff report prepared for this project and received testimony on this proposal. b. The City's draft General Plan designation for the project site is Residential Estate (RE), 0.0 to 0.5 dwelling units per acre, midpoint of 0.25. The project density of 0.74 dwelling units per acre is not consistent with the range of densities for the RE designation. SECTION 3. Based upon the foregoing facts and findings, the Planning.Commission hereby determines as follows: a. The proposed land division and zone change are not consistent with the City's draft General Plan designation of Residential Estate (0.0 to 0.5 dwelling units per acre). Pursuant to the conditions established by the State Office of Planning and Research, in conjunction with the granting of a time extension for the adoption of the City's General Plan, the City may not approve a project that is inconsistent with the draft General Plan after adoption by the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission took formal action recommending adoption of the draft General Plan to the City Council on May 21, 1991. Page 2 of 3 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Santa Clarita, California, as follows: a. The Planning Commission hereby denies Zone Change 90-013 and Tentative Parcel Map 22539, a minor land division to create two (2) parcels. — PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 18th day of June, 1991. ��J�-w ✓�-�3.(/_ �..--ate �) ,/Louis Brathwaite, Chairman Planning Commission 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 18th day of June,. 1991, by the following vote of the Commission: AYES: Commissioners: Cherrington, Modugno, Garasi and 4Ioodrow NOES: Commissioner: Brathwaite ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None A�7 vnn MM. arris; Director G' Community Development 14TV nI46i TV&i Page 3 of 3 MINUTES OF THE SANTA CLARITA PLANNING COMMISSION June 4, 1991 UNFINISHED BUSINESS: ITEM 4 - ZONE CHANGE 90-013, AND TENTATIVE PARCEL. MAP 22539 Director Harris then introduced Item 4, stating that correspondence has been received by staff since the agenda had been prepared. Mr. Henderson made a brief slide presentation. At 8:46 p.m., Chairman Brathwaite opened the Public Hearing. Thosespeaking in favor were the applicant, Mr. Hal Good, 27800 Sand Canyon, Santa Clarita, speaking on his proposed zone .change; Lee Shramling, 19051 W. Sandpiper Dr., Santa Clarita, speaking on flood problems; Mr. Mike Masoodnia, 2335 Honolulu, Montrose, speaking as the engineer for Mr. Good. Mr. Scott Pease spoke neutrally, commenting on access over easements. At .9:06 p.m., Chairman Brathwaite closed the Public Hearing, and discussion ensued. Commissioner Modugno motioned for denial_ of the project. Commissioner Cherrington seconded the motion. The motion to deny was approved 5-0. FUTURE IMPVT. 0.5' T. PA SAND CANYON ROAD * • • INDICATES BOUNDARY OF THE LAND BEING SUE'DIVIJE:: 3Y THIS MAP, I / It ! �� / 6' WIDE EASEMENT. OF SO. CAL. 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Jo; FFs .•i / i'�/ :. z 13" _ 6 A R„, F �/ •�'-- : " 51' SPREAD ,10 `' I m 1•""' / � P / d� ,.• •• OAK' ) — F BOULDE I) 3' 1'6 -BE B 11 EXISTING 15" SEWER LINE PRPARED FOR: - � ° � 152.9 • ' •' � � .� .' �.� CREEK (PRIVATE AND FUTURE SJ$EETT 0AD, N 09. 44' or E 33429 1, �,8 � �• w ) •� `6 I• i (32- WIDE SANITARY SEWER,tASEMENI (6 cb ` ' w 1 .L i , f _ MRS. ADRIENNE GOOD 27800 SAND CANYON ROAD CANYON COUNTRY CA, 91351 (805) 252-2028 REV. NO. DATE REVISION 0Y APP. SCALE: CHKD BY: APPROVED BY: 0 R.C.E. N0. DATE DWG. NO SHEET OF l SCALE: 1"=30' AL DESCRIPTION: PARCEL I OF P.M. 10561 PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 109 PAGES 31 8 32 OF PARCEL MAP IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. s VICINITY MAP NOT TO SCALE NOTE: EXISTING ZONE: A-1-2 PROPOSED ZONE: AI -1 GENERAL PLAN DESIGN: NI PRESENT USE; I I S. F. RES PROPOSED USE: 2 S. F. RES. SCALE: 1"=30' AL DESCRIPTION: PARCEL I OF P.M. 10561 PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 109 PAGES 31 8 32 OF PARCEL MAP IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. s VICINITY MAP NOT TO SCALE NOTE: EXISTING ZONE: A-1-2 PROPOSED ZONE: AI -1 GENERAL PLAN DESIGN: NI PRESENT USE; I I S. F. RES PROPOSED USE: 2 S. F. RES. TOTAL AREA: 2.68 AC, TOTAL NO. OF LOTS: 2 SEWER: PUBLIC WATER;- PUBLIC LEGEND.- (E) EGEND:2O INDICATES OAK TREE 8 I.D. NUMBER EfECE1.V.ED UAY 141 1991 Cp►1MUNRY DEMOPMENr CRY 08 SwA cWtRA TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP N0. 22539 1N THE CITY OF .SANTA CLARITA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES.. I i I