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RESOLUTION NO. 1702
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AND APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 03-013 WITH A PARKING MODIFICATION FOR A 2,165
SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT WITHIN THE EXISTING 4,475
SQUARE FOOT COMMERCIAL BUILDING AT 29 E.
HUNTINGTON DRIVE.
WHEREAS. on October 22, 2003, a Conditional Use Permit application
with a parking modification was filed by Dr. and Mrs. Hanfu lee to operate a
2,165 square foot restaurant with a dining capacity of 31 patrons within the
existing 4,475 square foot commercial building at the property commonly known
as 29 E. Huntington Drive (Conditional Use Permit No. 03-013); and,
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on January 13, 2004, at which time
all interested persons were given full opportunity to be heard and present
evidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA RESOLVES AS FOllOWS:
SECTION 1. That the factual data submitted by the Development
Services Department in the attached report is true and correct.
SECTION 2. This Commission finds:
1. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not be
detrimental to the public health or welfare, or injurious to the property or
improvements in such zone or vicinity because the initial study did not disclose
any substantial adverse effects to the area affected by the proposed project.
2. That the use applied for at the location indicated is a proper one for
which a Conditional Use Permit is authorized.
3. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use. All yards, spaces, loading, landscaping, parking, and
other features are adequate to adjust said use with the land and uses in the
neighborhood. The proposed project complies with all related zoning
requirements as set forth in the Arcadia Municipal Code.
4. That the site abuts a major street that is adequate in width and
pavement type to carry the kind of traffic generated by the proposed use.
5. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not adversely
affect the comprehensive General Plan because the land use and current zoning
are consistent with the General Plan.
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6. That the use applied for will not have a substantial adverse impact
on the environment, and that based upon the record as a whole there is no
evidence that the proposed project will have any potential for an adverse effect
on wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends.
SECTION 3. That for the foregoing reasons this Commission grants
Conditional Use Pennit No. CUP 0~13 with a par1dng modification to operate a
2,165 square foot restaurant with a dining capacity of 31 patrons within the
existing 4,475 square foot commercial building at 29 E. Huntington Drive, upon
the following conditions:
1. The hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to midnight
everyday with live music inside the restaurant area from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00
p.m. and from 7:00 p.m. until midnight from Fridays until Sundays.
2. The maximum number of on-site seating shall be limited to 31.
3. The restaurant shall be operated and maintained in a manner that
is consistent with the proposal and plans submitted and approved for CUP 03-
013.
4. Approval of CUP 0~13 shall not take effect until the property
owner(s) and applicants have executed and filed the Acceptance Fonn available
from the Development Services Department to indicate awareness and
acceptance of these conditions of approval.
5. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold hannless the City
of Arcadia and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claim,
action, or proceeding against the City of Arcadia, its officers, employees or
agents to attack, set aside, void, or annul any approval or condition of approval of
the City of Arcadia concerning this project and/or land use decision, including but
not limited to any approval or condition of approval of the City Council, Planning
Commission, or City Staff, which action is brought within the time period provided
for in Government Code Section 66499.37 or other provision of law applicable to
this project or decision. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action, or proceeding concerning the project and/or land use decision and the
City shall cooperate fully in the defense of the matter. The City reserves the
right, at its own option, to choose its own attorney to represent the City, its
officers, employees, and agents in the defense of the matter.
SECTION 4. The decision, findings and conditions contained in this
Resolution reflect the Commission's action of January 13, 2004, by the following
vote:
AYES: Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Baderian
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Wen
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SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution
and shall cause a copy to be forwarded to the City Council of the City of Arcadia.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a
regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 13th day of January
2004, by the following votes:
A YES: Commissioners Usn, Lucas. Olson, Baderian
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Wen
ATTEST:
Secretary, PI n Ing Commission
City of Arcadia
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Stephen P. Deitsch, City Attorney
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City of Arcadia
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STAFF REPORT
Development Services Department
January 13, 2004
TO:
FROM:
Arcadia Planning Commission
SUBJECT:
Donna L Butler, Community Development Administrator
By: Lisa L. Flores, Senior Planner
Conditional Use Permit No. 2003-013 with a parking modification
to operate a 2,165 square foot restaurant within the existing
4,475 square foot commercial building at 29 E. Huntington Drive.
SUMMARY
The applicant, Dr. and Mrs. Hanfu Lee applied for a Conditional Use Permit with
a parking modification to operate a 2,165 square foot restaurant with a dining
capacity of 31 patrons within the existing 4,475 square foot commercial building
at 29 E. Huntington Drive. The proposed hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to
midnight everyday, with live music inside the restaurant area from 11 :30 a.m.
until 1 :00 p.m., and from 7:00 p.m. until midnight on Saturdays and Sundays.
The Development Services Department recommends approval of the applicant's
request, subject to the conditions of approval.
GENERAL INFORMATION
APPLICANT: Dr. and Mrs. Hanfu Lee (property owner)
LOCATION: 29 E, Huntington Drive
REQUEST: A Conditional Use Permit with a parking modification to operate a
2,165 square foot restaurant within the existing 4,475 square foot
commercial building.
LOT AREA: 7,000 (.16 acres)
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FRONTAGE: 50 feet along Huntington Drive.
50 feet along the northerly alley.
EXISTING LAND USE & ZONING:
The site is improved with a 4,474 square foot, one-story
commercial building, and is zoned CBD (Central Business
District).
SURROUNDING LAND USES & ZONING:
North:
South:
East:
West:
Public Parking Lot (City Parking District No.2)
Retail; zoned CBD
General Offices; zoned CBD
Mixed Commercial; zoned CBD
GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION:
Commercial
BACKGROUND
In 1996, the applicant purchased the subject property, which was developed with
a 2,381 square foot commercial building. At that time, the Central Business
District (CBD) required that the front 1/3 of the building be used for retail
purposes. In order to comply, the applicant proposed a 1,386 square foot
addition at the rear of the building for his dental practice. However, due to a
deficiency of on-site parking, the applicant applied for a modification to permit a
dental and retail use. On November 26, 1996, the Planning Commission
approved Modification Application No. MC 96-051 for 7 parking spaces in lieu of
14 spaces, and to utilize City Parking District NO.2 for the remaining parking
spaces that were not available on-site. The modification expired without being
implemented.
On July 14, 1998, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit
Application No. 98-013, which was submitted by the Arcadia Presbyterian Church
to operate a 1,371 square foot coffeehouse within the front 1/3 of the subject
building. A parking modification for 7 parking spaces in lieu of 31 spaces was
granted for the combined uses (dental and restaurant), which was mitigated by
the availability of spaces within Parking District No.2. The CUP and the related
parking modification for the restaurant use expired without being implemented.
In August of 1999, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2112, which
amended the CBD zoning by repealing the front 1/3 retail requirement along
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Huntington Drive. Although, the regulation was repealed the applicant still had
intentions to remodel the building.
On March 28, 2000, Modification No. MC 00-016 was approved for 7 parking
spaces in lieu of 25 spaces for a dental and retail use. The. number of required
parking spaces differed from the previous modification request due to a
difference in the area dedicated to each use.
Following the approval of parking modification MC 00-016, the applicant found a
potential restaurant tenant to occupy the front portion of the building. On
September 12, 2000, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit
No. 00-14 to use the front retail portion for a coffeehouse. The approval was
slightly different from previous plans due to a larger waiting room for the dental
office. Consequently, the CUP expired since the tenant chose not to pursue the
projec;t. Currently, the applicant still has a valid business license for the
restaurant use; but it does not extend the approval of the Conditional Use Permit.
The rear expansion to the building was completed on October 30, 2002; and the
dental practice has been in full operation since November of 2002. The front
retail area still remains vacant.
PROPOSAL
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to utilize the front 2,165
square feet of the building as a restaurant with daily operations from 7:00 a.m. to
midnight, and live music within the restaurant area from 11 :30 a.m. until 1 :00
p.m., and 7:00 p.m. until midnight on Saturday and Sundays.
Under this application, the applicant intends to operate the restaurant rather than
finding a potential tenant. Due to the location, the applicant believes there is still
a need for a restaurant since it is centrally located in the downtown business
area along Huntington Drive with an existing easement through the lot that
provides pedestrian access from the neighboring Parking District and
businesses.
The hours of operation at this location would not be restricted since it is not within
150 feet of residential zoned property. The live music will occur within the
restaurant adjacent to the front entry and will be subject to a City's Entertainment
Permit process, which is administered by the Business License Division.
Because this is a food service use, the Plumbing Code requires two accessible
restrooms, and subject to review and approval of a Standard Urban Storm Water
Mitigation Plan administered by the Public Works Department. The existing
dental office will remain at the rear of the building.
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. PARKING
The site has 3 on-site parking spaces (2 standard spaces and 1 van accessible
handicap space), and utilizes Parking District NO.2 to meet the needs of the
dental office. The applicant is requesting that such parking be permitted for the
addition of the restaurant since they believe that there is available parking
throughout the day in Parking District No.2.
In accordance with current parking requirements, a total of 36 on-site parking
spaces would be required for the dental and restaurant use (i.e. 14 spaces for
the dental and 22 spaces for the restaurant).
It is staff's opinion that the combined uses (dental and restaurant) will not have
an adverse impact upon the available parking in the area. Based on random
observations by staff of Parking District No.2, which has 222 parking spaces, the
lot is only 70% full with plenty of available spaces to the west and north side of
the lot. Also, staff believes that most of the daytime restaurant clientele will be
downtown pedestrian traffic, and after business hours additional parking will be
available. The existing dental office will continue to operate on an appointment
only basis, which will mitigate the demand on parking.
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The restaurant use is also a type of business that is encouraged in the downtown
area to promote pedestrian activity, and the parking district compensates for on-
site parking deficiency.
CODE REQUIREMENTS
All City requirements regarding disabled access and facilities, occupancy limits,
building safety, health code compliance, parking and site design shall be
complied with to the satisfaction of the Building Official, Community Development
Administrator, Fire Marshall, and Public Works Services Director.
Any exterior improvements, such as new signs, awnings, and trash enclosure
shall be subject to architectural design review and approval by the Development
Services Division.
CEQA
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Pursuant to the provIsions of the Califomia Environmental Quality Act, the
Development Services Department has prepared an initial study for the proposed
project. Said initial study did not disclose any substantial or potentially
substantial adverse change in any of the physical conditions within the area
affected by the project including land, air, water, minerals, flora, fauna, ambient
noise and objects of historical or aesthetic significance. When considering the
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record as a whole, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have any
potential for an adverse effect on wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the
wildlife depends. Therefore, a Negative Declaration has been prepared for this
project.
FINDINGS
Section 9275.1.2. of the Arcadia Municipal Code requires that for a Conditional
Use Permit to be granted, it must be found that all of the following prerequisite
conditions can be satisfied:
1. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not be
detrimental to the public health or welfare or injurious to the property or
improvements in such zone or vicinity.
2. That the use applied for at the location indicated is properly one for
which a Conditional Use Permit is authorized.
3. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use, and all yards, spaces, walls, fences, parking,
loading, landscaping, and other features required to adjust said use
with the land and uses in the neighborhood.
4.
That the site abuts streets and highways adequate in width and
pavement type to carry the kind of traffic generated by the proposed
use.
5. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not adversely
affect the comprehensive General Plan.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Development Services Department recommends approval of Conditional
Use Permit CUP No. 03-013 with a parking modification, subject to the following
conditions of approval:
1. The restaurant use shall be limited to 2,165 square feet with the hours of
operation from 7:00 a.m. to midnight everyday with live music inside the
restaurant area from 11 :30 a.m. until 1 :00 p.m., and from 7:00 p.m. until
midnight on Saturdays and Sundays.
2. The on-site seating shall. be limited to 31.
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3. The proposed signs shall be subject to a separate permit.
4. The proposed project and the site shall be remodeled and maintained in
a manner that is consistent with the plans submitted and approved for
Conditional Use Permit No. 03-013.
5. That Conditional Use Permit No. 03-013 with a parking modification shall
not take affect until the owner and applicant have executed an
Acceptance Form, available at the Development Services Department,
indicating awareness and acceptance of the conditions of approval.
6. The (jpplicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of
Arcadia and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any
claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Arcadia, its officers,
employees or agents to attack, set aside, void, or annul any approval or
condition of approval of the City of Arcadia concerning this project and/or
land use decision, including but not limited to any approval or condition
of approval .of the City Council, Planning Commission, or City Staff,
which action is brought within the time period provided for in
Govemment Code Section 66499.37 or other provision of law applicable
to this project or decision. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of
any claim, action, or proceeding concerning the project and/or land use
decision and the City shall cooperate fully in the defense of the matter.
The City reserves the right, at its own option, to choose its own attorney
to represent the City, its officers, employees, and agents in the defense
of the matter.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Approval
The Planning Commission should move to adopt the Negative Declaration and
approve CUP 03-013, subject to the conditions set forth above (or as modified by
the Commission), and adopt Resolution No. 1702: A Resolution of the Planning
Commission of the City of Arcadia, California, adopting the Negative Declaration
and approving Conditional Use Permit No. 03-013 with a parking modification for
a 2,165 square foot restaurant within the existing 4,475 square foot commercial
building at 29 E. Huntington Drive.
Denial
If the Planning Commission intends to deny this Conditional Use Permit and
parking modification, the Commission should state the specific reasons for denial
and direct staff to prepare the appropriate resolution incorporating the
Commission's decision and specific findings.
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If any Planning Commissioner, or other interested party has any questions
regarding this matter prior to the January 13th public hearing, please contact Lisa
Flores at (626) 574-5445.
Donna L. Butler
Community Development Administrator
Attachments: Vicinity Map
Initial Study - Negative Declaration
Public Works - Water conditions
Fire Department conditions
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29 E. HUNTINGTON DRIVE
CUP No. 03-013
CITY OF ARCADIA
240 WEST HUNtiNGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
(626) 574-5400
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT
A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Services of the Community Development Division has
completed an Initial Study of the following project:
. Conditional Use Permit CUP 03-013: A Conditional Use Permit with parking modification to operate
a 2,165 square foot restaurant with 31 seats within the existing 4,475 square foot commercial
building located at 29 E. Huntington Drive. The proposed hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to
midnight everyday, with live music from 11 :30 a.m. to 1 :00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. until midnight on
Saturdays and Sundays.
The Initial Study was completed in accordance with the City's Guidelines for implemeriting the California
Environmental Quality Act. The Initial Study was undertaken for the purpose of deciding whether the project
may have a significant effect on the environment. On the basis of the Initial Study, Planning Services of the
Community Development Division has concluded that the project will not have a significant effect on the
I'ronment, and has therefore prepared a Draft Negative Declaration. The Initial Study reflects the
pendent judgment of the City. The project site is _' is not X on a list compiled pursuant to Government
ode section 65962.5.
Copies of the Initial Study and Draft Negative Declaration are on file at the City's Planning Services office,
located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California 91066, and are available for public review.
Comments will be received until and durina the public hearina. which beains at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdav.
January 13, 2004. Any person wishing to comment on this matter must submit such comments, in writing, to
the City by this time and date. Comments of all Responsible Agencies are also requested.
At its meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2004, at 7:00 p.m., the Arcadia City Planning Commission will consider
the project and the Draft Negative Declaration. If the Planning Commission finds that the project will not have
a significant effect on the environment, it may adopt the Negative Declaration. This means that the Planning
Commission may proceed to consider the project without the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Community Development Division' Planning Services
Lisa Flores, Senior Planner
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Date Received for Filing
By Los Angeles County:
(County Clerk Stamp Here)
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City of Arcadia
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
1. Projecttitle:
Conditional Use Permit No. 03-013
2. Lead agency namel address:
The City of Arcadia
Development Services Department
240 W. Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91006
3. Contact person and phone number:
Lisa L. Flores, Senior Planner
City of Arcadia
(626) 574-5445
4. Project location:
29 E. Huntington Drive
City of Arcadia, County of Los Angeles
California, 91030
5. Project sponsor's name and address:
Hanfu and Prisca Lee
29 E. Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91006
6. General Plan Designation:
Commercial
7. Zoning:
CBD - Central Business District
8. Description of project:
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit with a parking modification to operate a 2,165
square foot restaurant (cafe) with 31 seats within the existing 4,475 square foot commercial
building located at 29 E. Huntington Drive. The proposed hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to
midnight everyday, with live music inside the restaurant area from 11 :30 a.m. until 1 :00 p.m. and
7:00 p.m. until midnight on Saturday and Sundays.
9. Surrounding land uses and setting:
Land Uses
Significant Features
On-site
An existing 4,475 square foot None
commercial building located on a 7,000
square foot lot.
North
Commercial
None
South
Commercial
None
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Environmental Checklist Form
Conditional Use Permit No. 03.013
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East Commercial
None
West
None
Commercial
10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g. permits, financing
approval, or particular agreement):
City Building Services/City Fire Department/Engineering Department
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS .POTENTIALL Y AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project,
involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as ihdicted by the
checklist on the following pages.
o Land Use and Planning
;] Population and Housing
o Geological Problems
o Water
o Air Quality
o Transportation/Circulation
o Biological Resources
o Energy/Mineral Resources
o Hazards
o Noise
o Mandatory Findings of
Significance
o Public Services
o Utilities & Service Systems
o Aesthetics
o Cultural Resources
o Recreation
EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
1)
A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are
adequately supported by the Information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses
following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the
referenced Information sources show that the Impact simply does not apply to projects
like the one involved (e. g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact"
answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific factors as well as
general standards (e. g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants,
based on a project-specific screening analysis).
2)
All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as
on-site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as
well as operational impacts.
3)
"Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an
effect is significant. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when
the determination is made, an EIR is required.
4)
"Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation
of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a
"Less than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures,
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and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation
measures from Section 17, "Earlier Analysis," may be cross-referenced).
5) Earlier analysis may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other
CEOA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative
declaration. Section 15063 (c) (3) (D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section 17 at
the end of the checklist.
DETERMINATION:
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
X I find that the project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and
a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
o I find that although the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the
environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation
measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
o I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment,
and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment,
but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document
pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation
measures based on earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is
a "potentially significant impact" or" potentially significant unless mitigated". An
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required but must analyze only the effects
that remain to be addressed.
o I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all
potentially significant effect (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR
pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant
to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed on
the proposed project.
Signature:
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Printed Name: Lisa L. Flores. Senior Planner
For: Citv of Arcadia
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Environmental Checklist Form
Conditional Use Permit No. 03.Q13
December 15,2003
Issues and Supporting Information Sources Potentially Potentially Loss Than No
Significant Significant Significant Impact
Sources Issues Unless Impact
Mitigation
Incorporated
1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? 1,.2 X
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies X
adopted by agencies with jurtsdlction over the project?
X
c) Be incompatible with the existing /and use in the vicinity? 7
d) Affect agrtcultural resources or operations (e.g. Impact to solis
or fannlands. or Impacts from Incompatible land uses)? X
e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an eslabllshed
community (Including alow~ncome or minority community)? X
2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
.) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population , X
projections?
b) Induce substantial growth In an aree.elther directly or
indlrectiy (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped area or 1
major Infrastructure? X
c) Displace existing housing. especially affordable housing? X
The proposed project will have no slgnlflcant Impact to population and will not cause substantial impacts to the local population projections.
induce. substantial growth. or displace existing housing since the structUre has been on the subject lot-since 1932, and the existing use is
commercial. Furthennore. there will be no pennanent housing proposed with this project. As such. there will be no signlflcant impact to
population and housing as a resull of Ihlsprojecl.
3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result In or exposo people to polentlallmpacls Involving:
a) Faull rupture? 1.4 X
According to the City's General Plan. there are two local faults In tha City: the Raymond Hill Fault, and the Sierra Madre Faull. The closest
active laultto the SUbject site ts the Raymond HIli Faull. which underlies to the north of the subject site. However, since the property owner Is
proposing tentative Improvements within the existing structure, the structure will be required to confonn to the most currenl local. state.
federal building standards. and ADA requirements.
b) Seismic ground.shaklng? 1 X
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? 1.4 X
d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? X
e) Landslides or-mudflows? 1 X
f) Erosion. Changes in topograe~Y or unstable soli conditions X
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources Potentially Potentially Less Than No
Significant Significant Significant Impact
Sources Issues Unless Impact
MItigation
Incorporated
from excavation. grading or fill?
f) Subsidence of the land? X
h) Expansive soHs? X
I) Unique geotoglc or physical features? X
Tha proposad project Is not located in an area of the City known for geologic. erosion or landslide acUlllty. Also. the Los Angeles County
Safety Element Indicates that City of Arcadia Is at a low rtsk of liquefaction. As such. no Significant geological Impacts as e result of tha
proposed project are expected.
4. WATER. Would tha proposal, result In:
a) Changes In absorption ratest.drainage patterns. or the rate 1 X
and amount of surface runoff?
b) Exposure of people or proparty to water related hazards such 1 X
as flooding?
c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration of surface
water quality (e.g. temperature. dissolved oxygen or turbidity? 1 X
d) Changes In the amount of surface water In any water body? X
e) Changes In currents. or the course or dlrection.of water X
movements?
f) Change In the quantity of ground waters. either through direct
additions ~r withdrawals. or through. Interception of an aquifer
by cuts or excavations or through substantlalloss.of 1
groundwater recharge capability? X
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? , X
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? X
I) SubstanU~1 reduction to the amount of groundwater otherwise
avaliable for public water supplies? X
j) Storm Water system discharges from areas for materials
storage, vehIcfe or equipmentJueling, vehicle-or equ'lpment
maintenance (Including washing). waste handling. hazardous
matertals handling or storage delivery or loading docks. or X
other outdoor work areas?
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Sources Issues Unless Impact
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Incorporated
k) A signlficanUy environmentally hannful increase in the flow X
rate ,or volume.of storm water runoff?
I) A slgnlficantiy environmentally hannfullncrease In erosion of
the project sUe or surrounding areas? X
m) Storm water discharges that would significantly impair the X
beneficial uses of receiving waters or areas that provide water
quality benefits (e.g. riparian corrtdo.rs. wetlands. etc.)?
n) Hann to the biologicallntegrtty of drainage systems and water
bodies? X
The proposed project will not change the currents. or the course of direction of ~ter movements in either marine or fresh waters, as the
project Is not located in martne or fresh water selling. Also, the entire City Is located within Zone 0, which has no mandatory flood Insurance
purchase requirements. As a result. there'are no floodplain regulations.
5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal:
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or 5 X
projected. air quality violation?
b) Expose sensillve receptors to pollutants X
c) Alter air movement. moisture. or temperature, or cause any X
change In climate?
d) Create objectionable odors? X
Due to the nature of the projed there may bean incre.ase in construction related emissions. However, the related construction emiSsions
would be temporary and short tenn In nature. and would nolbe considered significant
6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result In:
a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? 1.3 X
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g. sharp curves or
dangerous Intersections) or Incompatible uses (e.g. fann
equipment)? X
c) Inadequate emergency accesses or access to nearby uses? X
d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off..ne? X
e) Hazards or barriars for pedestrians or bicyclists? X
fl Conflicts with adopted oolicles supporlina altemative X
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources Potentially Potantlally Less Than No
Significant Significant Significant Impact
Sources Is~ues Unless Impact
MItigation
Incorporated
transportation (e.g. bus tumouts. bicycle racks)?
Rail. waterbome or air traffic Impacts? X
g)
The proposed project may create additional traffic to the subject site. However, the proposed project will have no signlflcant Impacts since
there Is ample parking In Parking Dlstrlct No. .2. which abuts the subject property to the norll1. The ClIy's Planning Commission will be
required to review the proposed project ,and may impose conditions to ensure that the hours of operation will meet the minImum parking
rllQulrements.
7. BIOLOGICAL Would'theproposal result In:
a) Endangered. threatened or rare species or their habitats
Oncludlno but notlimlled to plants. fish. Insects. animals or
birds)? 1 X
b) Locally designated species (e.g. herttage trees)? X
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g. oak forest. 1 X
coaslal habitat, etc.)?
d) Wetland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and vernal pool? X
e) WUdllfe dispersal or migration corridors? X
Since the site Is not required to provlde landscaping on-site. the project will not change !he diverslly of species. or number of any species of
plants (including trees. shrubs. grass. crops. and aquatic plants). Further. there wlli be no elimination or reduction in the numbers of any
unique. rare, or endangered species of plants since the-subject site does not contain any known populations of rare or endangered species,
only non-nallve plant species. The projact will not Introduce any new species Into the area. or result in a barrier to the nonnal replenishment
of existing species since the proposed project will only remove annual, non""atlve or ornamental 'plantlngs. Therefore, the project will not
reduce the acreage of any egrlcultural croP. since !he subject property Is not an agrtcultural use.
As for.the De Minimis Impacl Finding. there Is noevldence before the City that the proposed proJect will have potential adverse effect on
wildlife resources.
8. ENERGY AND M!NERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? 1 X
b) Use norwenewable resources in a.wasteful and Inefficient X
manner?
c) Resuil in the loss of availability of e known minerai resource
that would be of future value to the region and the residents
of the Stale? X
Due to the nature of the proposed project. the project will not substantIally Increasa the demand of the existing energy sources or require new
sources of energy or Impact' natural resources since ths"structure has been on the subject site sInce 1932, and the proposed uses will be
similar to the previous uses due to the design of the project. energy, and water conservation requirements contained in the Unffonn Building
Code, As a result the prOject would not resullln the use of water and enelllY In a wasteful manner. resultinR in no slgnllicant Impact to
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December 15, 2003
Issues and Supporting Information Sources Potantlany Potentially Less Than No
Significant Significant Significant Impact
Sources Issues Unless Impact
Mitigation
Incorporated
energy and minerai resources.
g. HAZARDS. Would the proposal Involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous
substa~ces (Including, but notlimlled to: oil. pesticldes. 1,3
chemicals or radiation)? X
b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or X
emergency evacuation plan?
c) The creation of any health hazard or potenUaI health hazard? X
d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health X
hazards?
e) Increased fire hazard In areas with flammable brush, grass' of X
traes?
The prOPOSed project will not create a significant impact to the environment since there will be no discharga or hazardous substances on !he
site. Asa resul~ there will be no significant Impact to hazards.
10. NOISE. Would the proposal resullln:
a) Increase In the eXisting noise levels? 1.3 X
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? X
The City's j::Ilannlng Commission will review the project and may Impose conditions to ensure that noise impacts BrB minimized to adjacent
neighbors. Conditions. may Include. but not limited to: 1) restricting the hours of operation; 2) restJicting the hours of operation for IIva music;
and 3) monltortng the noise levels at the property lines of the adjacent properties to ensure that the noise levels are below acceptable
standards. As mitigated. there will be no slgnlflcant Impact to noise as a .resull of the proposed project.
11. PUBUC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result In a need for new or altered
government services In any of the. following areas:
a) Fire protection? 1.3 X
b) Police protection? X
c) Schools? X
d) Maintenance of public facilities. including roads? X
e) Other govemmental services? X
Tha subject site currently has an existing 4.475 square foot commercial building. The proposed use will be located within tha existing
bulldinn and would not result In a new or altered the J;lovemment services. Therefore, there are no siQnlficant impacts, to publiC services as a
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December 15,2003
Issues and Supporting Information Sources Potentlally Potentially Less Than No
Slgnlffcanl Significant Slgnlflcent Impact
Sources Issues Unless Impact
MItigation
IncorpOrated
result of this project
12. UTlUTlES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal resull In a naed for new systems or supplies, or
substantial alterations to the following utl11ties:
a) Power or natural gas? 1.3 X
Southem Callfomla Edison (SeE) and Southem California Gas Company (SCGC) will continue to provide natural gas and electricity to the
existing commercial building. The SeE and SCGC have adequate capacity to serve the proposed project Therefore. the proposed project
will not have any significant adverse Impact to power and natural gas.
X
b) CommunicatIons systems?
The proposed project wi.1I result In a minimal Increase in demand for new communication systems~ The communications companies serving
the project area will continue to serve the faclllty. Therefore. the proposed project is not anticipated to result in a significant adverse Impact
related to communication systems.
c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? X
Sewer or septic Ianks? X
d)
The City of Arcadia and County Sanitation District of Los Angelas County (CSDLAC) prolllda wastewater service to the project erea. The
proposed project within the existing cOmmerCial building Is not anticipated to result in B significant increase in the amount of wastewater
generefed In the CSDLAC and DPW service.area. Therefore; the proposed project Is.notanticlpated to result in a significant adverse impact
related to power and natural gas.
Storm water drainage? X
e)
X
f) Solid waste disposal?
Local.or regional water supplies? X
g)
The proposed project would not result In a net.lncrease In the amount of solid waste generated In the City of Arcadi.a. and Califomla Wate,
Service Company (CWSC) site. The .CWSC purchases water from the West Basin Water Association. which Is a distributor for the
Metropolitan Water District of Southem Califomla (MWD). Therefore. the proposed project is not anticipated to result in a significant adverse
Impact related to SOlid waste disposal.
13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal:
a) Affect a scenic visla or scenic highway? 1.3 X
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? X
c} Create light or glare? X
The proposed project will not affect any scenic vista or scenic hlRhway since the exisUnR helRht.of the structure will remain. Therefore. there
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Mitigation
Incorporated
Is no signlflcantlmpact to aesthetics as a resull of this project.
14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal:
X
a) Disturb paleontological resources? 1
X
bl Disturb archaeological resources?
Affect historical resources? X
c)
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change. which would X
affect unique ethnic cultural.values?
e) Resirlct existing religious or sacred uses within the potential X
impact area?
According to files at the City of Arcadia, no paleontological resources are known, to'occur'on the project site and the site is not 19C8ted in a
~;ensltive area for these resou-rces. As a result, there Is no significant Impact to cultural resources.
15. RECREATION. Would the proposal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or 1.3 X
other recreational facllllies?
X
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities?
The prOposed 'project will not result In an Increase in the demand for recreational facilities since the proposed uses will be located within an
existing facfllty. Therefore. the proposed project will not Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recraational
facilities.
16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Does the project have tha potential to degrade the quality of
the environment. subslantially reduce the habllat of a fish or
wildlife species. cause a flsh or wildlife population to drop
below self-sustaining levels. threaten to eliminate a plant or
animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of
a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important
examples of the major periods of Callfomia history or 1
prehistory? X
The proposed project will not potentially degrade the quality of the envlronmen~ substantially reduce the habitat of a flsh or wildlife species.
cause a fish or wildlife popUlation to drop below self-sustaining levels. threaten to allmlnate a plant or animal community, reduce the number
or restrict the range of S' rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate Important examples of the major periods of California history or
prehistory. As a result. there are no significant Impacts to this mandatory flnding of significant as a result of this project.
b) Does the proiect have the potential to achieve short'tenn. to 1 X
the disadvantage of long-tenm. environmental goals?
The proposed uses would not have the-potential to achieve short-term. to the disadvantage of long-term and environmental goals.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources Potentially Potentially Less Than No
Significant Significant Slgnlflcent Impact
Sources Issues Unless Impact
Mitigation
Incorporated
c) Does the project have Impacts that are Individually limited. but.
oumulativelyconsiderable? ("Cumulatively considerable"
rneans that the incremental effects of a project are
CXlnslderable wllen lIlewed In connection with the effects of
the past projects. the effects of other current projects. and the
effects of probable future projects)
The proposed project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable since there will be two different uses
within the building. .
d) [Joes the project have environmental effects. which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either direcUy
or Indlrectiy? 1 X
The proposed project would not have a slgnlflcant effect that will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings. either directly or
Indirt3c~y since no significant adverse effects were Identified.
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17. EARLIEFl ANALYSES.
Earlier ana.IYSls may be used where. pursuant to the tirlng. program EIR. or other CECA process. one or more ellects have been adequately
analyzed In an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration. Section 15063 (C) (3) (D). In this case a discussion should identify the following Items:
a) Earlier analysis used. Identify earlier analyses and state where. they are avanable for review.
None.
b) Impacts adequately addressed. Identify which effects from the above checl<list were within .the seepeof and adequately analyzed in an
eartlei" d()cument pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 'state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation mei;'sures based
on the earlier analysis.
- Not applicable. see a) above.
c) Mitigation measures_ For effects that are "less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated." describe the mitigation measures. which
were Incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the axtentto which they address site.-speclflc conditions of the project.
. Not applicable. see a) above.
18. SOURCE REFERENCES
1 Cily of Arcadia. Cellfomia. Arcadia General Plan. Amended October 1996.
2 City of ArCijdia, City of Arcadia Zonina MaD.
3 City of Arcadia Zoning e.
4 Seismic Hazard Zones from Federal Emergency Management Agency. dated September 7. 1984.
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South Coast Air Quality Management District. CEQA AIR Qualltv Handbook. Diamond Bar, Call1omla: Aprll1993
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MEMO TO:
LISA FLORES
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
FROM:
TOM HIGHAM
PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES DEPARTMENT
29 EAST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
CUP 03-13 AND PARKING MODIFICATION
SUBJECT:
The following are our comments on the above referenced project.
1. Fire protection requirements, Including fire hydrants, shall be as stipulated by the Arcadia
Fire Department
2. A 4.lnch fire service with a DCDA backflow preventer already exists on the fire sprinkler
system.
3.
The existing water service and wBter meter are both %Inch. The developer needs to
have calculations made to ensure that the existing meter and service areJarge enough to
supply adequate water for the existing dental office and the proposed restaurant ( see
#4). InstallBtion of all water services shall be by the Developer. Installation shall be
according the speCifications of the Public Works Services Department, Engineering
Section. Demolition of existing water services, If any, shall be by the Developer,
according to Public Works Services DepBrtment, Engineering Section specifications.
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4. A Water Meter CleBrance Application, filed with the Arcadia Water Section, will be
required prior to penn it Issuance to ensure adequate meterfservice size.
5. No water service lateral, meter, fiush-out, backflow prevention device or fire hydrant may
be located In any driveway nor may be closer than 3 feet from the top of .x. of any
driveway or other utility.
6. All backfiow devices shall be screened from public view. The screening is subject to
Planning Department approval.
7. The irrigation system shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of the
Uniform Plumbing Code and Arcadia City Ordinances. Anti-siphon valves, as approved
by the Arcadia Water Section, are acceptable for Irrigation system backfiow protection.
8. All pipe, valves, hydrants, meters, fittings, and appurtenances, inCluding disinfection and
flushing, shall meet the ,specificatIons of the Arcadia Public Works DepBrtment,
Engineering and Water Sections.
9. Water services and water meters shall be installed at the agreed upon location which will
be marked on the curb, or as otherwise indicated. Any deviBtion from this requirement
mustbe approved in advance of Installation.
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10. All water system installations are'subject to Inspection BndBpproval by the Arcadia Public
Works Inspector or his designated representative.
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City of
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Fire
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David Lugo
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PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Arcadia Fire Department-Fire Prevention Bureau
710 South Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006 Ph (626) 574-6104
Plan Check # CUP 03.13
Date. 12/18/03
Project Name Proposed Cafe
Project Address 29 E Huntington Dr
Applicant Name
The following items listed below require correction before Fire Department
Approval can be obtained. All changes shall be made on the original drawing
(vellum). Pen or pencil corrections are not acceptable.
A. Modifications to the existing sprinkler system shall be perfonned by a
licensed C-16 contractor per the City of Arcadia Fire Department
Commercial Sprinkler Standard. .
B. Provide a knox box with keys for access to restricted areas.
C. All commercial cooking systems shall be protected by an automatic fire
extinguishing system. The extinguishing system shall be connected to
the existing fire alarm system.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1702
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AND APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 03.Q13 WITH A PARKING MODIFICATION FOR A 2,165
SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT WITHIN THE EXISTING 4,475
SQUARE FOOT COMMERCIAL BUILDING AT 29 E.
HUNTINGTON DRIVE.
WHEREAS, on October 22, 2003, a Conditional Use Permit application
with a parking modification was filed by Dr. and Mrs. Hanfu Lee to operate a
2,165 square foot restaurant with a dining capacity of 31 patrons within the
existing 4,475 square foot commercial building at the property commonly known
as 29 E. Huntington Drive (Conditional Use Permi! No. 03-013); and,
WHEREAS, a pUblic hearing was held on January 13, 2004, at which time
all interested persons were given full opportunity to be heard and present
evidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the factual data submitted by the Development
Services Department in the attached report is true and correct.
SECTION 2. This Commission tinds:
1. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not be
detrimental to the public health or welfare, or injurious to the property or
improvements in such zone or vicinity because the initial study did not disclose
any substantial adverse effects to the area affected by the proposed project
2. That the use applied for at the location indicated is a proper one for
which a Conditional Use Permit is authorized.
3. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use. All yards, spaces, loading, landscaping, parking, and
other features are adequate to adjust said use with the land and uses in the
neighborhood. The proposed project complies with all related zoning
requirements as set forth in the Arcadia Municipal Code.
4. That the site abuts a major street that is adequate in width and
pavement type to carry the kind of traffic generated by the proposed use_
5. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not adversely
affect the comprehensive General Plan because the land use and current zoning
are consistent with the General Plan.
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evidence that the proposed project will have any potential for an adverse effect
on wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends_
SECTION 3. That for the foregoing reasons this Commission grants
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 03-013 with a parking modification to operate a
2,165 square foot restaurant with a dining capacity of 31 patrons within the
existing 4,475 square foot commercial building at 29 E. Huntington Drive, upon
the following conditions:
1. The hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to midnight
everyday with live music inside the restaurant area from 11 :30 a.m. until 1 :00
p.m. and from 7:00 p.m. until midnight on Saturdays and Sundays.
2. The maximum number of on-site seating shall be limited to 31.
3. The restaurant shall be operated and maintained in a manner that
is consistent with the proposal and plans submitted and approved for CUP 03-
013.
4. Approval of CUP 03-013 shall not take effect until the property
owner(s) and applicants have executed and filed the Acceptance Form available
from the Development Services Department to indicate awareness and
acceptance of these conditions of approval.
5. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City
of Arcadia and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claim,
action, or proceeding against the City of Arcadia, its officers, employees or
agents to attack, set aside, void, or annul any approval or condition of approval of
the City of Arcadia concerning this project and/or land use decision, including but
not limited to any approval or condition of approval of the City Council, Planning
Commission, or City Staff, which action is brought within the time period provided
for in Government Code Section 66499.37 or other provision of law applicable to
this project or decision. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action, or proceeding concerning the project and/or land use decision and the
City shall cooperate fully in the defense of the matter. The City reserves the
right, at its own option, to choose its own attorney to represent the City, its
officers, employees, and agents in the defense of the matter.
SECTION 4. The decision, findings and conditions contained in this
Resolution reflect the Commission's action of January 13, 2004, by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution
and shall cause a copy to be forwarded to the City Council of the City of Arcadia.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a
regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 13th day of January
2004, by the following votes:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Chairman, Planning Commission
City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
Secretary, Planning Commission
City of Arcadia
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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RESOLUTION NO. 1701
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNlNG COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
03-012 FOR A 700 SQ.FT. RESTAURANT SERVING BEER AND WINE
WITH 28 SEATS IN UNIT D AND AN 800 SQ.FT. CAFE/ TEA HOUSE WITH
9 SEATS IN UNIT E, WITH FOUR INCIDENTAL OUTDOOR SEATS IN
UNIT E AT 171 E. LIVE OAK AVENUE.
WHEREAS, on October 13, 2003, a conditional use permit application was
filed by Carlon Tsai to operate a 700 sq.ft. restaurant serving beer and wine with 28 seats
in Unit D and an 800 sq.ft. cafe/ tea house with 9 seatS in Unit E, with an incidental
outdoor dining area (Development Services Department Case No. C.U.P, 03-012) at
property commonly known as 171 E. Live Oak A venue; and
WHEREAS. a public hearing was held on December 9, 2003, at which time all
interested persons were given full opportunity to be heard and to present evidence.
NOW THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
e ARCADIA RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. That the factual data submitted by the Development Services
Department in the attached report is true and correct.
SECTION 2, This Commission finds:
I. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to
the public health or welfare, or injurious to the property or improvements in such zone or
vicinity because the initial study did not disclose any substantial adverse effects to the
area affected by the proposed project.
2. That the use applied for at the location indicated is a proper one for which a
Conditional Use Permit is authorized,
3. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use. Ail yards, spaces, walls, fences, loading, landscaping and other
features including the shared parking with the neighboring business, are adequate to
adjust said use with the land and uses in the neighborhood. The proposed project
complies with all related zoning requirements as set forth in the Arcadia Municipal Code.
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4. That the site abuts streets and highways adequate in width and pavement type
to carry the kind of traffic generated by the proposed use.
S. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not adversely affect the
comprehensive General Plan because the land use and current zoniilg are consistent with
the General Plan.
6. That the use applied for will not have a substantial adverse impact on the
environment, and that based upon the record as a whole there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have any potential for an adverse effect on wildlife resources or the
habitat upon which the wildlife depends.
SECTION 3. That for the foregoing reasons this Commission grants Conditional
Use Permit No. CUP 03-012, to operate a 700 sq.ft. restaurant serving beer and wine with
28 seats in Unit D and an 800 sq. ft. cafel tea house with 9 seats in Unit E, with an
incidental outdoor dining area, upon the following conditions:
L The hours of operation shall be limited to 11 :00 a.m. to 11 :00 p.m. Sunday
through Thursday, and 11 :00 a.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
2. There shall be no outdoor waiting bench permitted.
3. The sale of beer and wine is incidental to the restaurant use only and shall not
be sold or consumed in Unit E.
4. The maximum number of seating shall be limited to 28 in Unit D, 9 in Unit E.
S. The staff members of the proposed business shall park in the rear parking lot
6. The use approved by CUP 03-012 is limited to the restaurant and cafel tea
house. The restaurant and cafel tea house shall be operated and maintained in a manner
that is consistent with the proposal and plans submitted and approved for CUP 03-012.
7. A separate sign design review application shall be submitted for all new signs
on the premises.
8. Any exterior alteration to the building requires the filing and approval of a
design review application.
9. All conditions of approval shall be complied with prior to opening the
restaurant and cafel tea house. Noncompliance with the plans, provisions and conditions
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of approval for CUP 03-012 shall be grounds for immediate suspension or revocation of
any approvals, which could result in the closing of the restaurant and cafe! tea house.
10. Approval of CUP 03-012 shall not take effect until the property owner(s), and
applicants have executed and filed the Acceptance Fonn available from the Development
Services Department to. indicate awareness and acceptance of these conditions of
approvaL
11. The city shalI revoke the conditional use permit should the police department
later determine the business to be a crime or persistent disturbance problem as determined
by their calls for service in or 'around the business.
12. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Arcadia
and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claim, action. or proceeding
against the City of Arcadia, its officers, employees or agents to attack, set aside, void, or
annul any approval or condition ofapproval of the City of Arcadia concerning this project
and/or land use decision, including but not limited to any approval or condition of
approval of the City Council, Planning Commission, or City Staff; which action is
brought within the time period provided for in Government Code Section 66499.37 or
other provision of law applicable to this project or decision. The City shall promptly
notify the applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding concerning the project and/or land
use decision and the City shaH cooperate fulIy in the defense of the matter. The City
reserves the right, at its own option, to choose its own attorney to represent the City, its
officers, employees, and agents in the defense of the matter.
SECTION 4. The decision, findings and conditions contained in this Resolution
reflect the Commission's action of December 9, 2003, by the folIowing vote:
A YES: Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian
NOES: None
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this
Resolution and shall cause a copy to be forwarded to the City Council of the City of
Arcadia.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the forgoing Resolution was adopted at a regular
meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 9th day of December 2003, by the
following votes:
AYES: Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian
NOES: None
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Secretary, Planning Comnussion
City of Arcadia
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ·
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STAFF REPORT
Development Services Department
December 9,2003
TO: Arcadia City Planning Commission
FROM: Donna L. Butler, Community Development Administrator
By: Thomas P. Li, Assistant Planner
SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit Application No. CUP 2003-012 for a 700 sq.ft.
restaurant serving beer and wine and an 800 sq.ft. cafe/ tea house with
outdoor seating at 171 E. Live Oak Avenue, Units D and E.
SUMMARY
This Conditional Use Permit application was submitted by Mr. Carlon Tsai to operate a
700 sq.ft. restaurant serving beer and wine in Unit D and a 800 sq.ft. cafe/ tea house in
Unit E with incidental outdoor dining at 171 E. Live Oak Avenue. The Development
Services Department is recommending approval of this application subject to the
conditions in this staff report.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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APPLICANT: Carlon Tsai (property owner's representative)
LOCATION: 171 E. Live Oak Avenue, Units D and E
REQUEST: A Conditional Use Permit with a parking modification for a 700 sqJL
restaurant serving beer and wine with 28 seats in Unit D and an 800
sq.ft. cafe! tea house with 9 seats in Unit E, with an incidental outdoor
dining area. The proposed business hours are 11 :00 a.m. to 11 :00
p,m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 :00 a.m. to midnight on Fridays
and Saturdays.
LOT AREA: 20,790 sq.ft. (0.48 acre)
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FRONTAGES: 157 feet along Live Oak Avenue
90 feet along Second Avenue
EXISTING LAND USE & ZONING:
The subject property is improved with a fivecunit commercial center,
and is zoned C-2 & D.
SURROUNDING LAND USES & ZONING:
North: A parking lot, and single-family dwellings; zoned PR-3 and
R-1 respectively.
fast food restaurant (Jack-in-the-box); zoned C-2
vacant land; zoned C-1
take-out food sales (Pizza Hut); zoned C-2
South:
East:
West:
GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION:
Commercial
BACKGROUND
The Planning Commission, at its regular meeting on August 12, 2003, conditionally
approved CUP 2003-007 for the expansion of Quickly Cafe from Unit E into Un;t D.
The intent of the applicant at that time was to provide seating for the cafe. The
business owners have since changed their minds and would like to operate Unit D as a
restaurant serving beer and wine.
PROPOSAL AND ANALYSIS
The existing business is an 800 sq.ft. take-out drink and limited food sales
establishment in Unit E. The applicant is proposing to also operate the adjacent 700
sq.ft. unit (Unit D) as a restaurant serving beer and wine. In addition, an incidental
outdoor dining area for four patrons and a waiting bench is proposed outside of the cafe
(Unit E). The operation in Unit E will remain as primarily take-out drinks and food sales
with 9 seats. The proposed restaurant will be an upscale restaurant with 28 seats
serving Chinese dishes and Japanese style "Yakitori" (grilled foods). Beer and wine will
be served with the meals. It will not be operated as a bar or a cocktail lounge, which
would require a separate Conditional Use Permit.
The proposed business hours for both establishments (Units D and E) would be 11 :00
a.m. to 11 :00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 :00 a.m. to midnight on Fridays
and Saturdays. There will be three employees and one manager for both uses.
The neighboring properties to the north of the subject site are developed with single-
fa.mily residential dwellings; and the Police Department is concerned that the proposed
business, specifically the outdoor eating area, would raise the possibility of nuisance
complaints from the residential neighbors. However, staff feels that the impact of this
business upon the neighboring residential area should be minimal since they are
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separated by an alley, tall landscaping, and a public street (Sandra Avenue). Other
than the residential properties to the north, the surrounding uses are commercial.
The police recommended, as a condition of approval, a provision for revoking the
permit should the police department later determine the business to be a crime or
persistent disturbance problem, as determined by their calls for service in or around the
business.
Outdoor .Seatina
The applicant is proposing an incidental outdoor eating area for four patrons and a
waiting bench. A memorandum from the Police Department stated that they disapprove
of the proposal. From their experience with other similar cafesl tea houses, the outdoor
dining encourages gang activity and they have had "problems with adherence to CUP
approved maximum seating arrangements and the blocking of sidewalks."
In staffs opinion, the waiting area inside Unit E is sufficient and the proposed waiting
bench would not be necessary; the waiting bench would only invite congregation and
encourages the violation of the maximum seating arrangements. Staff feels that the
four incidental outdoor dining seats is minimal and could be monitored by the City's
provision to revoke the permit if they become a persistent disturbance problem.
ParkinQ
By code, an 800 sq.ft. cafe and a 700 sq.ft. restaurant requires a total of fifteen (15) on-
site parking spaces (10 spaces per 1,000 sq.ft. of gross floor area). The subject units
(D & E) have shared parking with the other uses in the commercial center. The City's
parking requirements for the current uses in the commercial center are as follows:
Parking Requirements for Commercial Uses
Tvpe of business
Korean Market (unit A)
Hair Salon (unit B)
Cleaners (unit C)
Proposed Uses (units 0 & E)
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1,200
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There are 35 parking spaces on site, with 21 spaces in front of the building and 14 to
the rear. Based on the code requirements, the addition of the proposed use requires
38 parking spaces, which results in an on-site parking deficiency of 3 spaces. A
parking survey was not requested as part of this application. However, based on staffs
observation. the rear parking is not utilized on most days since there is no convenient
access from the rear of the building. As a condition of approval, staff recommends that
all employees park in the rear parking lot.
The existing fifteen spaces across the alley from the rear on-site parking are utilized by
the commercial building at 159 E.. Live Oak Avenue.
Code Requirements
All City requirements regarding disabled access and facilities, occupancy limits, building
safety, health code compliance, parking and site design shall be complied with to the
satisfaction of the Building Official, Community Development Administrator, Fire
Marshall, and Public Works Services Director, and are to be determined by submitting
fully detailed tenant improvement plans for plan check review and approval. The Los
Angeles County Health Department must also approve the tenant improvement plans
before building permits will be issued.
Any exterior improvements, such as any new signs, sign face changes, awnings and
trash enclosures shall be subject to architectural design review and approval by the
Community Development Division.
Fire safety and occupancy limits shall be provided to the satisfaction of the Fire
Marshall, and shall include ata minimum the following:
. Minimum 6-inch high address numbers shall be provided on the front of the building
facing First Avenue.
. Commercial cooking operations shall be protected by a hood-and-duct system.
. A Knox Box shall be provided for access to any restricted areas.
. Approved lighted exit signs shall be provided above all exits.
. A Class 'K' fire extinguisher shall be provided for the cooking area and a Class
'2A:10BC' fire extinguisher shall be provided at a location to be determined by the
Fire Inspector.
. A floor and seating plan approved by the Building Official and Fire Marshall shall be
posted in a conspicuous location.
An Industrial Waste Discharge Permit shall be obtained from the Public Works Services
Department prior to opening of the cafe, and the tenant improvements shall include the
Best Management Practices (BMPs) of the Minimum Project Requirements for reducing
the level of pollutants in storm water runoff.
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OEQA
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act, the Development
Services Department has prepared an Initial Study for the proposed project. Said Initial
Study did not disclose any substantial or potentially substantial adverse change in any
of the physical conditions within the area affected by the project including land, air,
water, minerals, flora, fauna, ambient noise and objects of historical or aesthetic
significance. When considering the record as a whole, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have any potential for adverse effect on wildlife resources or the
habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Therefore, a Negative Declaration has been
prepared for this project.
FINDINGS
Section 9275.1.2 of the Arcadia Municipal Code requires that for a Conditional Use
Permit to be granted, it must be found that all of the following prerequisite conditiOl71s
can be satisfied:
1. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the
public health or welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such zone
or vicinity.
2. That the use applied for at the location indicated is properly one for which a
Oonditional Use Permit is authorized.
3. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use, and all yards, spaces, walls, fences, parking, loading,
landscaping, and other features required to adjust said use with the land and
uses in the neighborhood.
4. That the site abuts streets and highways adequate ,in width and pavement type
to carry the kind of traffic generated by the proposed use.
5. That the granting of such Oonditional Use Permit will not adversely affect the
comprehensive General Plan.
REOOMMENDA TION
The Development Services Department recommends approval of Oonditional Use
Permit Application No. OUP 03-012, subject to the following conditions:
1. The hours of operation shaJI be limited to 11 :00 a.m. to 11 :00 p.m. Sunday
through Thursday, and 11 :00 a.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
2. There shall be no outdoor waiting bench permitted.
3. The sale of beer and wine is incidental to the restaurant use only and shall not
be sold or consumed in Unit E.
4. The maximum number of seatin9 shall be limited to 28 in Unit D, 9 in Unit E.
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5. The staff members of the proposed business shall park in the rear parking lot.
6. The use approved by CUP 03-012 is limited to the restaurant and cafe! tea
house. The restaurant and caf{;J/ tea house shall be operated and maintained in
a manner that is consistent with the proposal and plans submitted and approved
for CUP 03-012.
7. A separate sign design review application shall be submitted for all new signs on
the premises.
8. Any exterior alteration to the building requires the filing and approval of a design
review application.
9. All conditions of approval shall be complied with prior to opening the restaurant
and cafe/ tea house. Noncompliance with the plans, provisions and conditions of
approval for CUP 03-012 shall be grounds for immediate suspension or
revocation of any approvals. which could result in the closing of the restaurant
and cafe! tea house.
10.Approval of CUP 03-012 shall not take effect until the property owner(s), and
applicants have executed and filed the Acceptance Form available from the
Development Services Department to indicate awareness and acceptance of
these conditions of approval.
11. The city shall revoke the conditional use permit should the police department
later determine the business to be a crime or persistent disturbance problem as
determined by their calls for service in or around the business.
12. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Arcadia and
its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City of Arcadia, its officers, employees or agents to
attack, set aside, void, or annul any approval or condition of approval of the City
of Arcadia concerning this project and/or land use decision, including but not.
limited to any approval or condition of approval of the City Council, Planning
Commission, or City Staff, which action is brought within the time period provided
for in Government Code Section 66499.37 or other provision of law applicable to
this project or decision. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action, or proceeding concerning the project and/or land use decision and the
City shall cooperate fully in the defense of the matter. The City reserves the
right, at its own option, to choose its own attorney to represent the City, its
officers, employees, and agents in the defense of the matter.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Approval
The Planning Commission should move to approve and file the Negative
Declaration and adopt Resolution No. 1701: a Resolution of the Planning
Commission of the City of Arcadia, California, granting Conditional Use Permit
No, CUP 2003-012 for a restaurant serving beer and wine and a cafel tea house at
171 E. Live Oak Avenue, units D & E.
Denial
If the Planning Commission intends to deny this Conditional Use Permit application, the
Commission should state the specific reasons for denial and direct staff to prepare the
appropriate resolution incorporating the Commission's decision and specific findings.
If any Planning Commissioner, or other interested party has any questions or comments
regarding this matter prior to the December 9th public hearing, please contact Thomas
Li at (626) 574-5447.
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Donna L. Bu er
Community Development Administrator
Attachments:
Aerial Photo & Zoning Map
Floor and Site plans
Photos of the subject property and neighboring properties
Environmental Documents
Resolution 1701
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File No.: CUP 2003-012
CITY OF ARCADIA
240 W. HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
A Name, if any, and a brief description of the project:
Conditional Use Permit Application No. CUP 2003-012 for a 700 sq. ft. restaurant serving beer and
wine and an 800 sq. ft. cafel tea house with outdoor seating.
B. Location of Project:
171 E. Live Oak Avenue, Units band E
In the City of Arcadia, County of Los Angeles
C. Name of Applicant, Sponsor or Person Undertaking Project:
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Other (Private)
(1) Name
(2) Address
Carlon T sa!
4269 E. Live Oak Avenue. Arcadia, CA 91006
The Planning Commission)( City Council 0, having reviewed the Initial Study of this proposed project
and having reviewed the written comments received prior to the public meeting of the Planning
CommissionlCity Council. including the recommendaitonof the City's staff, does hereby find and declare
that the proposed project will not have a siginificant effect on the environment. A brief statement of the
reasons supporting the Planning Commission'slCity Council's findings are as follows:
The City Council 0 Planning Commission 0( hereby finds that the Negative Declaration reflects its
independent judgement. A copy of the Initial Study may be obtained at:
Community Development Division
City of Arcadia
240 W. Huntington Dr.
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 574-5423
The location and custodian of the documents and any other material which constiture the record of
proceedings upon which the City based its decision to adopt this Negative Deciartion are as follows:
Community Development Division
City of Arcadia
240 W. Huntington Dr.
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 574-5423
Date: OCT. \ SI ?(')O~
Date Received for filing
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File No. CUP 03-012
CITY OF ARCADIA
240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
1. Project Title:
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 2003-012
2. Project Address (Location)
171 E. Live Oak Avenue, Units D & E.
3. Project Sponsor's Name, Address & Telephone Number:
Carlon Tsai
4269 E. Live Oak Avenue,
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-7823
4. Lead Agency Name & Address:
City of Arcadia - Development Services Department
Community Development Division -- Planning Services
240 W. Huntington Drive
Post Office Box 60021
Arcadia, CA 91066-6021
5. Lead Agency Contact Person & Telephone Number:
Donna Butler, Community Development Adf!1inistrator (626) 574-5442
6. General Plan Designation: Commercial
7. Zoning Classification: C-2
8. Description of Project:
(Describe the whole action involved. including but not limited to later phases of the project and any
secondary. support. or off-site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional sheets If
necessary.)
A restaurant with 28 seats in a 700 sq.ft. unit (unit D) and a cafel tea house with
9 seats in a 800 sq. ft. unit (unit E), with an incidental outdoor dining area. The
CEQA Env. Checklist Part 1
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File No. CUP 03-012
proposed business hours are 11:00 a,m. to 11:00 p.m. Sunday through
Thursday, and 11:00 a.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
9. Surrounding land Uses and Setting:
surroundings.)
(Briefly describe the project's
North:
A parking lot, and single-family dwellings; zoned PR-3 and R-1
respectively.
fast food restaurant (Jack-in-the-box); zoned C-2
vacant land; zoned C-1
take-out food sales (Pizza Hut); zoned C-2
South:
East:
West:
10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing
approval, or participation agreement):
The City Building Services, Engineering Division, Fire Marshall, Public Works
Services, and Water Services will review the construction plans for the tenant
improvements for compliance with all applicable construction and safety codes
and will oversee construction and installation of any necessary infrastructure or
improvements on-site and/or within and along the public right-of-way. The tel1ant
improvements for the coffee shop will also be reviewed by the Los Angeles
County Health Department for compliance with local health codes.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIAllY AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this
project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as
indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
[ J Aesthetics
[ J Biological Resources
[ .] Geology/Soils
[ J Hydrology/Water Quality
[ J Mineral Resources
[ J Population & Housing
[ J Recreation
[ ] Utilities and Service Systems
[ J Mandatory Findings of Significance
[ J Air Quality
[ ] Cultural Resources
[ J Hazards & Hazardous Materials
[ ] Land Use & Planning
[ J Noise
[ ] Public Services
[ ] Transportation I Circulation
DETERMINATION (To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
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[X] I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
[J I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the
mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the
project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
[] I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the
environment, an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
[] I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment.
but that at least one effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document
pursuant to applicable legal standards and has been addressed by mitigation
measures based on that earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, and if
any remaining effect is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or "Potentially
Significant Unless Mitigated," an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is
required, but it only needs to analyze the effects that have not yet been
addressed.
[J 1 find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all
potentially significant effects have been analyzed adequately in an earlier
Environmental Impact Report pursuant to applicable standards and have been
avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation
measures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately
supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question.
A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the
impact simply does not apply to projects such as the one involved (e.g.. the project is not within a
fault rupture zone). A "No ImpBct" answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific
factors as well as general standards (e.g.. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to
pollutants. based on a project-specific screening analysis).
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2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved. including off-site as well BS on-site,
cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction related as well as
operational impacts.
3. "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is
significant. If there are one or more. "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is
made, an Environmental Impact Report is required.
4. "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation
measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less Than Significant
Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they
reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section 17 "Earlier
Analyses" may be cross-referenced).
5. Earlier analyses may be used where. pursuant to the tiering, program Environmental Impact Report.
or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative
Declaration (Section 15063(c)(3)(D)}. Earlier analyses are discussed in Section 17 at the end of the
checklist.
a) Earlier Analyses Used: Identify and state where they are available for review.
b) Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the
scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal
standards. and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on
the earlier analysis.
c) Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Measures
Incorporated: describe the mitigation measures that were incorporated or refined from the
earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project.
6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist, references to information sources
for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or
outside document should. where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the
statement is substantiated.
7. Supporting Information Sources. A source list should be attached, and other sources used or
individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion.
8 The explanation of each issue should identify:
a) The significance criteria or threshold. if any, used to evaluate each question; and
b) Themltigation measure identified. if any, to reduce the Impact to less than significant.
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1. AESTHETICS Would the project
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? 0 0 0 IZI
b) Substantially damage scenic resources. including, but not limited 0 0 0 IZI
to. trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state
scenic highway?
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of
the site and its surroundings?
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d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would 0 0 0 IZI
adversely affect day or nighttime views In the area?
The proposed restaurant and caftl will be in an existing retail building on a strip commercial street in a fully
developed area and will not have any of the ebove impacts.
e AGRICULTURE RESOURCES - In determining whether impacts
to agriculture resources are significant environmental effects. lead
agencies may refer to the California Agricultural land Evaluation
and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California
Depl. of Conservation as an optional model to use in Bssessing
impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland. Unique Farmland, or Farmland of 0 0 '0 IZI
Statewide Importance (Farmland) to non-agricultural use? (The
Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program in the C&lifornia
Resources Agency to npn-agricultural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson 0 0 0 IZI
Act contract?
c) Involve other changes in the existing environment which. due to
their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland to
non-agricultural use?
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developed area and will not have any of the above impacts.
3.
AIR QUALITY - Where available, the significance criteria
established by the applicable air quality management or air
pollution control district may be relied upon to make the tollowing
determinations. Would the project:
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a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air
quality plan?
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an
existing or projected air quality violation?
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria
pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an
applicable federal or state ambient alr'quality standard (including
releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for
ozone precursors)?
e) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations?
f) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of
people?
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Impact
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Incorporation
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Less Than
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Impact
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No
Impact
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The proposed restaurant and caf~ will be in an existing retail building on a strip commercial street in a fully
developed area. With the exception of preparing hot and cold beverages, cooking is not a part of this proposal.
and because the proposed use is subject to applicable air quality regulations as administered by the South
Goast Air Quality Management District. it will not have any of the above impacts.
4.
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES - Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse impact, either directly or through
habitat modifications. on any species identified as a candidate.
sensitive. or special status species in local or regional plans.
policies, or regulations. or by the California Department of Fish
and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
b) Have a substantial adverse impact on any riparian habitat or other
sensitive natural community identified In local or regional plans,
policies, and regulations or by the Califomia Department of Fish
and Game or US Fish and Wildlife Service?
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands
as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including but
not limited to . marsh, vernal pool. coastal. etc.) through direct
removal. filling. hydrological interruption or other means?
d)
Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or
migratory fish or wildlife species or with established resident or
migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of wildlife nursery
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e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological 0 0 0 181
resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance?
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation 0 0 0 181
Plan, Natural Conservation Community Plan, or other approved
local. regional or state habitat conservation plan?
The proposed restaurant and caffl will be in an existing retail building on a strip commercial street in a fully
developed area and will not have any of the above impacts.
5. CULTURAL RESOURCES - Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a 0 0 0 181
historical resource as defined in ~ 15064.5?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of Bn 0 0 0 181
e archaeological resource pursuant to ~ 15064.5?
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or 0 0 0 181
site or unique geOlogic feature?
d) Disturb any human remains. including those interred outside of 0 0 0 181
formal cemeteries?
The proposed restaurent and caffl will be in an existing retail building on a strip commercial street in a fully
developed area and will not have any of the above impacts.
6. GEOLOGY AND SOILS - Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse 0 0 0 181
effects, including the risk of loss. injury. or death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault. as delineated on the 0 0 0 181
most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map
issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other
substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to Division of
Mines and Geology Special Publication 42.
. iI) Strong seismic ground shaking? 0 0 0 181
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v) Landslides?
b)
Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil?
c)
Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is' unstable. or that would
become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result
in on- or off-site landslide. lateral spreading, subsidence.
liquefaction or coilapse?
d)
Be located on expansive soil as defined in Table 18-1-B of the
Uniform Building Code (1994). creating substantial risks to life or
property?
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic
tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers
are not available for the disposal of waste water?
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Impa~t
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Mitigation
Incorporation
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Impact
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The proposed restaurant and cafe will be in an axisting retail building on a strip commarcial street in a fully
developed area. The subject location has not been determined to be. especially susceptible to any of the
above geologic problems and is not within a Sei~mic Hazard Area identified by the Seismic Hazard Mapping
Act. The proposal does not include any excavation, grading or filling. No unique geologic features have been
identified at the site. The project is connected to the local sewer system. The project will not have any of the
above impacts.
7. VII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - Would the
project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment
through the routinelransport. use. or disposal of hazardous
materials?
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment
through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions
Involving the release of hazardous materials into the
environment?
c) emit hazardous emiSSions or handle hazardous or acutely
hazardous materials. substances, or waste within one-quarter
mile of an existing or proposed school?
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous
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65962.5 and. as a result, would it create a significant hazard to
the public or the environment?
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where
such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public
airport or public use airport. would the project result in a safety
hazard for people residing or working in the project area?
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the
project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in
the project area?
g) Impair implementation of or physicaliy interfere with an adopted
emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
h) Expose people or structures to a sigificant risk of loss. Injury or
death involving wildland fires. including where wildlands are
adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed
with wildlands?
Potentially
Signlflcant
Impact
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Mitigation
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Impact
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developed area and will not have any of the above impacts.
8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY - Would the project:
a) Substantialiy deplete groundwater supplies or interfere
substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be
a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local
groundwater table level (i.e., the production rate of pre-existing
nearby welis would drop to a level which would not support
existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been
granted)?
b) Substantialiy alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area,
including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river,
in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation
on- or off-site?
c) Substantially aller the existing drainage pattern of the site or area,
including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river.
or substantialiy increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a
manner which would result in flooding on- or off-site?
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of existing or planned storm water drainage systems or provide
substantial additional sources of polluted runoff?
e) OthelWise substantially degrade.water quality 0
f) Violate any other water quality standards or waste discharge. 0
requirements?
g) Place housing within a .100-year flood hazard area, as mapped on 0
a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or
other flood hazard delineation map?
h) Place within a 100-year floodplain structures which would impede 0
or redirect flood flows?
i)
Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss. injury or
death involving nooding. including nooding as a result of the
failure of a levee or dam?
j) Expose people or structures to Inundation by seiche, tsunami or
mudflow?
k) During project construction, will it create or contribute runoff water
that would violate any water quaiitystandards or waste dlschrage
requirements. including the terms of the City.s municipal separate
stromwater sewer system persmit?
I) After the project is completed, will it create or contribute runoff
water that would violate any water quality standards or waste
dischrage requirements. Including the terms of the City's
municipal separate stormwater sewer system permit?
mAllow poliuted stormwater runoff from delivery areas or loading
) docks or other areas where materials are stored. vehicles or
equipment are fueled or maintained. waste Is handled. or
hazardous materials are handled or delivered, or other outdoor
work areas. to impair other waters?
Potential for discharge of storm water to cause significant harm on
the biological integrity of the waterways and water bodies
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Slgniflcant
With
Mitigation
IncorporaUon
o
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o
o
o
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o
o
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Less Than
Signiflcant
Impact
o
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Including municipal and comestic supply. water contact or non-
contact recreation and groundwater recharge?
0) Dischrage stormwatersothat significant harm is caused to the D D D [8J
biological integrity of waterways orwater bodies?
p) Ssignificantly alter the flow velocity or volume of storin water D D D [8J
runoff that can use environmental harm?
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The proposed restaurant and cafe will be in an existing retail building on a strip commercial street in a fully
developed area. The proposed use will be subject to an Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit so as not to
violate Regional WaterOuality Control Board water quality standards or waste discharge requirements. The
proposal will not alter absorption rates. drainage patterns. surface runoff. surface water conditions. or ground
water conditions. The site is within the Santa Anita Dam Inundation Area. but will not expose people to any
additional or increased hazard levels. The project will not have any of the above impacts.
LAND USE AND PLANNING - Would the project:
a)
Physically divide an established community?
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b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan. policy. or regulation of
an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not
iimited to the general plan, specific plan. local coastal program. or
zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect?
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c) Conflict with any applicable habnat conservation plan or natural
community conservation plan?
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developed area and will not have any of the above impacts.
10. MINERAL RESOURCES - Would the project:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that
would be of value to the region and the residents of the state?
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b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral
resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific
plan or other land use plan?
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developed area and will not have any of/he above impacts.
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11. NOISE - Would the project result in:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of
standards established In the local general plan or noise
ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies?
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundbome
vibration or groundborne noise levels?
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the
project vicinity above levels existing without the project?
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise
levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the
project?
e) For a project located within an airport land. use plan or, where
such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public
airport or public use airport, would the project expose people
residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels?
f} For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the
proJect expose people residing or working in the project area to
excessive noise levels?
Potentially
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Impact
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Mitigation
Incorporation
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Impact
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o
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Impact
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12. POPULATION AND HOUSING - Would the project:
a} Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for
example. by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly
(for example. through extension of roads or other infrastructure)?
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating
the construction of replacement housing.elsewhere?
c) Displace substantial numbers of people. necessitating the
construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
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13. PUBLIC SERVICES - Would the project:
a) Result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the
provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities. need
for new or Physically altered governmental facilities, the
construction of which could cause significant environmental
impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios. response
times or other performance objectives for any of the public
services:
Fire protection?
Police protection?
Schools?
Parks?
Other pUblic facilities?
Potentially
Significant
Impact
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Mitigation
Incorporation
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Impact
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Impact
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developed area and will not,have any of the above impacts.
RECREATION - Would the project:
a) Increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or
other recreational facilities such that substantial physical
deterioration of the facility would occur or be Bccelerated?
b) Does the project include recreational tacilities or require the
construction or expansion of recreational facilities which have an
adverse physical effect on the environment?
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developed area end will not have anyofthe above impacts.
15. TRANSPORTATIONfTRAFFIC - Would the project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation to the
existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (I.e.. result in
a substanlial increase in either the number of vehicle trips. the
volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)?
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively. a. level of service
standard established by the county congeslion management
agency for designated roads or highways?
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns; includjng either an
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increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in
substantial safety risks?
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g.,
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses
(e.g.. farm equipment)?
e) Result In Inadequate emergency access?
f) Result In inadequate parking capacity?
g) Conflict with adopted policies. plans or programs supporting
alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts. bicycle racks)?
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Incorporation
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developed area and will not have any of the above impacts. Although there is a slight parking deliciency
according to code requirements. the parking area is underutilized since the other uses in the center are not
intense.
UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project:
a)
Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable
Regional Water Quality Control Board?
b)
Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater
treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities. the
construction of which could cause significant environmental
effects?
c)
Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage
facilities or expans,ion of existing facilities. the construction of
which could cause significant environmental effects?
d)
Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from
existing entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded
entitlements needed? In making this determination, the City shall
consider whether the project is subject to the water supply
assessment requirements of Water Code Section 10910, et seq.
(SB 610). and the requirements of Government Code Section
664737 (SB221).
e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider
which serv~s or may serve the project determined that it has
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adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in
addition to the provider's existing commitments?
f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient perm Itled capacity to 0 0 0 ~
accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs?
g) Comply with federal. state and local statues and regulations 0 0 0 ~
related to solid waste?
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developed area and will not have any of the above impacts.
17. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the qu~lity of the 0 0 0 ~
environment. substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife
species. cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below
self-sustaining levels. threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community. reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare .or
e endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of
the major periods of California history or prehistory?
b Does the project have impacts that are Individually limited, but 0 0 0 ~
cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means
that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when
viewed in connection with the effects of past projects. the effects
of other current projects. and the effects of probable future
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c) Does the project have' environmental effects which will cause 0 0 0 ~
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or
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The proposed restaurant and cafe will be in an existing retail building on a strip commercial street in a fully
developed area and will not have any of the above impacts.
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240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
(626) 574-5400
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
Date Filed:-10-I'S-o:3
General Information
1. Name and address of developer or project sponsor:
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Address of project (Location):
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Name, address and telephone number of person to be contacted concerning this project:
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List and describe any other related permits and other public approvals required for this
project, including those required by city, regional, state and federal agencies:
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Project Description
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Proposed use of site (project description):
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Site Size:
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11. Amount of off-street parking provided:
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12. Proposed scheduling of project:
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13. Associated projects:
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14. Anticipated incremental development:
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If residential, include the number of units, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices or
rents, and type of household sizes expected:
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If commercial, indicate the type, Le. neighborhood, city or regionally oriented, square
footage of sales area, and loading facilities, hours of operation: ~~If\ l! - T("Io\'; 11- ii,,,,,
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If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities:
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18. If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated
olccupancy, loading facilities, and community benefits to be derived from the project:
19. If the project involves a variance, conditional use permit or zoning application, state this
and indicate clearly why the application is required:
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20. Are the following items applicable to the project or its effects? Discuss below all items
. checked yes (attach additional sheets as necessary).
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26. Change in ground water quality or quantity, or alteration of existing drainage
patterns.
27. Substantial change in existing noise or vibration levels in the vicinity.
28. Is site on filled '.and or on any slopes of 10 percent or more?
29. Use or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances,
flammable or explosive~
30. Substantial change in demand for municipal services (poJice, fire, water,
sewage, etc.)
31. Substantial increase in fossil fuel consumption (electricity, oil, natural gas,
etc.)
32. Relationship to a larger project or series of projects
33. Has a prior environmental impact report been prepared for a program, plan.
policy or ordinance consistent with this project?
o [J 34. If you answered YES to question no. 33, may this project cause significant
effects on the environment that were not examined in the prior EIR?
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21. Change in existing features of any hills, or substantial alteration of ground
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22. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas or public
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23. Change in pattern, scale or character of general area of project.
24. Significant amounts of solid waste or litter.
25. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity.
Describe (on a separate sheet) the project site as it exists before the project, including
information on topography, soil stability, plants and animals, any cultural, historical or
scenic aspects. Describe any. existing structures on the site, and the use of the
structures. Attach photographs of the site. (Snapshots or Polaroid photos will be
accepted.) .
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Describe (on a separate sheet) the surrounding properties, including information on
plants, animals, any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land uses
(residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of land use (one-family, apartment houses,
shops, department stores, etc.), and scale of development (height, frontage, set-backs,
rear yards, etc.). Attach photographs of the vicinity. Snapshots or Polaroid photos will
be accepted.
Certification
I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the
data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the
facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge
and belief.
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35. The property is a retail center. Currently 4 businesses operate on it. The topography
is level and at street grade.
1. Unit A - Korean Supermarket
2. Unit B - Hair Salon
J. Unit C - Dry Cleaning
4. Unit D - Proposed Site (empty now)
5. Unit E - Beverage and food take out service
36. The property is located on the Northwest corner of 2nd and Live Oak Ave. A Pizza
Hut adjoins the subject on the west; and a'two story office building is further west. To the
east is an empty lot. To the southeast of the property is a shopping center with Albertson.
Blockbuster and 7-1 J Convenient Store. Directly to the south is a Jack In The Box fast
food restaurant.