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RESOLUTION NO. 1685
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
02-014 FOR A 54 UNIT SENIOR APARTMENT COMPLEX AT 148-158
WEST LAS TUNAS DRIVE
WHEREAS, on July 17, 2002, a Conditional Use Permit application was
filed by American Senior Living to construct and operate a 54-unit senior
apartment complex with a minimum of 20% of the units to be affordable senior
units, Development Services Department Case No. C.U.P. 2002-014 and ADR
2002-040, at prQperty commonly known as 148-158 West Las Tunas Drive, more
particularly described in attached Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, on December 10, 2002, a public hearing was held before the
Planning Commission on said matter at which time all interested persons were
given full opportunity to be heard and to present evidence; and.
NOW THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA HEREBY 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.
2. That the use applied for at the location indicated is a proper use for
which a Conditional Use Permit is authorized.
3. That the site for the proposed senior housing 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 granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not adversely
affect the comprehensive General Plan, and the density of 36 dwelling units per
acres is less than the allowable density set forth in the General Plan which
permits up to 63 dwelling units per acre for affordable senior housing.
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5. 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 02-014 and Architectural Design Review 02-040
to construct and operate a 54-unit senior apartment complex with a minimum of
20% of the units to be affordable senior units, upon the following conditions:
1. Final plans shall be in substantial compliance with the plans on file in
the subject cases, CUP 02-014 and ADR 02-040.
2. The project shall be approved by the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency.
3. A minimum of 20% of the units shall be "affordable" senior units as
defined by the California Community Redevelopment Law. The remainder of the
tenants may be a minimum of 62 years of age or older. All affordable units must
be age restricted to seniors as defined by the California Community
Redevelopment law.
4. An outdoor lighting plan, including decorative parking lot lighting shall
be submitted to the Community Development Administrator for review and
approval.
5. The final landscape plans shall be submitted to the City's landscape
architect for review and approval. That all "specimen" trees shall be a minimum
of 36" box and all other trees shall be a minimum of24" box. Street trees shall
be in compliance with the City's Street Tree Master Plan dated August 2001.
6. All proposed signing shall be submitted for approval to the
Development Services Department per the City's design review guidelines.
7. The applicant shall prepare a storm water mitigation plan including the
structural Best Management Practices (BMPs) as required by Standard Urban
Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP).
8. 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
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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.
9. The applicant shall Prepare a local Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Plan (SWPPP) for all construction activities as well as complete all Storm Water
forms.
10. C.U.P. 02-014 and ADR 02-040 shall not take effect until the owner
and applicant have executed a form available at the Community Development
Division indicating awareness and acceptance of the conditions of approval.
11. Noncompliance with the provisions and conditions of this Conditional
Use Permit shall constitute grounds for the immediate suspension or revocation
of said Permit.
SECTION 4. The decisions, findings and conditions contained in this
Resolution reflect the Commission's action of December 10. 2002 and the
following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Hsu, Lucas, Wen, Olson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that this Resolution No. 1685 was adopted at a
regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on Jam - 14, 2003 ,by the
following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Hsu, Lucas, Wen, Olson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Chairman, Planning Commission
City of Arcadia
Secretary, Plan
City of Arcadia
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Steplien P. Deitsch, City Attorney
City of Arcadia
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ATTACHMENT
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
D. LEGALDESCRWnON
148-158 WEST LAS TUNAS DRIVE AND 141 WEST LIVE OAK AVENUE
THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS COMMITMENT IS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
PARCEL 1,
THE WEST 1B5.4B FEET OF THE EAST 768;00 FEET OF LOT 6B OF SANTA ANITA COLONY, IN
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 42 PAGE B7 OF MISCELLANEOUS
RECORDS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY,
EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT PORTION INCLUDED WITHIN THE LINES OF THE BO FOOT STRIP
OF LAND CONDEMNED FOR FLOOD CONTROL PURPOSES BY FINAL DECREE ENTERED IN
CASE NO. 519554 OF THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, IN AND FOR
THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AS DESCRIBED IN CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO, TV-6115B ON
FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF TITLES OF SAID COUNTY,
PARCEL 2.
THAT PORTION OF THE EASTERLY 5B2,52 FEET OF LOT 68 IN SANTA ANITA COLONY, AS
SHOWN ON MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 42 PAGE 87 OF MISCELLANEOUS RECORDS, IN THE
OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDED OF SAID COUNTY, LYING WITHIN THE FOLLOWING
DESCRIBED BOUNDARIES:
BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID EASTERLY 582.52
FEET ON SAID LOT AND THE NORTHERLY LINE OF LIVE OAK AVENUE, 100 FEET WIDE, AS
SHOWN ON MAP OF TRACT 13935 RECORDED IN BOOK 285 PAGES 12 AND 14 OF MAPS, IN
THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY; THENCE ALONG SAID
NORTHERLY LINE NORTH 790 56' 16" EAST 26.09 FEET TO THE WESTERLY SIDELINE OF
THAT STRIP OF LAND. 80 FEET WIDE DESCRIBED IN 'PARCEL NO, 123 IN A FINAL
JUDGMENT HAD IN SUPERIOR COURT CASE NO, 519554, RECORDED IN BOOK 25990 PAGE
156, OFFICIAL RECORDS; IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY;
THENCE ALONG SAID WESTERLY LINE NORTH 90 57' 51" WEST 166,89 FEET TO SAID
WESTERLY LINE OF SAID EASTERLY 582.52 FEET OF SAID LOT; THENCE SOUTHERLY
ALONG SAID LAST MENTIONED WESTERLY LINE 168.96 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING,
EXCEPT THEREFROM 25% OF ALL OIL, GAS AND HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES IN AND
UNDER SAID LAND WITHOUT RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY, AS TO PARCELS 1 AND 2.
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STAFF REPORT
December 10, 2002
Development Services Department
TO:
Arcadia City Planning Commission
Donna Butler"jt5mmunity Development Administrator $
Conditional Use Permit No. 02-014 and Architectural Design Review
2002-040
148-158 West Las Tunas Drive
FROM:
SUBJECT:
SUMMARY
Conditional Use Permit application C.U.P. 2002-014 and Architectural Design Review
ADR 2002-040 were flied by American Senior Living (ASL) and requests a
conditional use permit to construct a 54-unit senior apartment complex at 148-158
West Las Tunas Drive.
The Development Services Department is recommending approval of C.U.P. 2002-
014 and ADR 2002-040 subjectto the conditions in the staff report.
GENERAL INFORMATION
APPLICANT: American Senior Living
LOCATION: 148-158 West Las Tunas Drive
REQUEST: A Conditional Use Permit to construct a three-story 54-unit senior
apartment complex with a minimum of 20% (11 units) to be
affordable senior units.
SITE AREA: The site is a through lot with frontage on both Las Tunas Drive and
Live Oak Avenue and contains 64,783 square feet (1.49 acres).
FRONTAGES: 161+ feet on Las Tunas Drive and 213+ on Live Oak Avenue
. EXISTING LAND USE & ZONING:
The site, commonly known as Marketowne, is developed with 15,000::t sq. ft.
of commercial buildings and is zoned C-2.
SURROUNDING LAND USES & ZONING:
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South:
East:
Developed with single-family residential; zoned R-1.
Developed with mixed use, commercialiindustrial; zoned C-M
Developed with the Arcadia Wash and mixed use commerciaV
industrial; zoned CoM
Vacant lot and Sav-On drugstore; zoned C-2
West:
GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION:
The subject site is designated Commercial.
BACKGROUND
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The Development Services Department and the City Redevelopment Agency have
been working for over a year with several developers interested in developing senior
housing within the City of Arcadia. On July 5 the Agency sent request for proposals
to three (3) senior housing builders. All three developers submitted proposals for
three different locations:
American Senior Uving
Corporation for Better Housing
META Housing
Marketowne site
Former Mounted Police Site
Westerner Hotel site
54 units
55 units
109 units
Each company is an experienced affordable housing developer. The Agency Board
at its October 15 study session, directed staff to proceed working with American
Senior Uving who is in escro~ with the owners of the Marketowne property.
PROPOSAL
American Senior Uving is proposing a 54-unit senior apartment complex. A minimum
of 11 apartments (20%) will be affordable units. However, if additional funding is
available all of the units may be affordable. Residents must be 65 years of age or
older.
Proiect DescriDtion
The proposed building is three (3) stories containing 18,298 square feet of floor area.
The first floor will consist of residential units, an office and a 6,762 square foot
. community room. The remaining floors will consist solely of residential units and will
CUP 02-014
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be accessed by an elevator. There will be 45 ~ne-bedroom units and 9 two-bedroom
units. The one-bedroom units contain 667 sq. ft. of floor area and the two-bedroom
units contain 955 sq. ft. of floor area. ~ach unit has a full kitchen and an outdoor
balcony. There are no congregate dining facilities provided.
The overall building height is approximately 39'-0". The front entrance will be located
on the east side of the building. An exterior courtyard with decorative paving and
landscaping is proposed at the rear of the project (west side).
The trash area is located on the southerly side of the building and is an integral part
ofthe building structure.
There is a minimum 20'-0" setback along Las Tunas Drive and a minimum 50'-0"
setback along Live Oak Avenue. The building is located along the westerly portion of
the site and will maintain a setback ranging from 15'-0" to 39'-0" from the westerly
property line.
The building design is a Spanish/Mission style. A more complete architectural
description is included under Architectural Design Review.
Parkina and LandscaDina
Fifty-eight (58) open parking spaces will be located to the east and south of the
building (1.1 spaces per unit). The parking spaces Will be 10' x 20', consistent with
the parking requirement in the R-3 zone. A 5'-8" high wrought iron security fence
with concrete pilasters will enclose the property along the westerly, southerly and
northerly property lines. The existing chain link fence located along the wash will
remain, but vines will be planted to screen the fence. Four (4) of the parking spaces
will be located outside the security fence. The 1.1 parking ratio is consistent with the
parking ratio requirements of other cities for senior projects.
Access will be from two driveways, one on Las Tunas Drive and one on Live Oak
Avenue. Decorative paving will be located at each driveway entrance, as well as in
front of the building'entry. The security gates have been recessed off the streets to
allow for on-site staCking of a few vehicles.
An 8'-0" wide landscape buffer will be located along Live Oak Avenue and the
easterly property line. The landscape buffer along Las Tunas Drive will range from
approximately 6'-0" to 20'-0".
The street trees shown on the landscape plan are inconsistent With the City's street
tree planting plan. Street trees will be conditioned to be in compliance with the City's
Street Tree Master Plan. The landscape plan shows a minimum of 56 trees on site.
The size of the trees is not specified, however, specimen trees should be a minimum
of 36" box and all other trees should be a minimum of 24" box.
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The final landscape plan will be subject to the review of the City's landscape
architect.
The plans do not show parking lot lighting. Although the code does not require it,
staff would recommend that decorative lighting standards be installed within the
parking area to provide adequate lighting during the evening hours. The design and
location of the light standards shall be subject to the review and approval of the
Community Development Administrator.
Architectural Oesion Review
The architecture is a SpanishlMission style. The mass of the building is reduced by
the building articulation, eliminating a flat continuous plane. The varied planes and
projections on the building effectively reduce its mass and scale. Balcony enclosures
have been added as well as random awnings to add variety and detail to the
individual living units.
The roof is flat, hidden by exposed mission tile mansards at the perimeter. The finish
varies on the building with smooth/scored plaster to appear as large stone elements
and other areas of plaster with a light sand finish. In addition exterior wall colors vary
with up to three colors to provide the appearance of individual "row house" living
units. The choice of colors and materials complement one another and are
compatible. Also, balcony enclosures, surrounds, railings and awnings vary to add
the element of variety and detail. Horizontal molding creates a building base.
Sign plans have not been provided at this time. Any proposed signs shall be subject
to the review and approval of the Development Services Department.
It is staffs opinion that the proposed architectural design concept is in compliance
with the City's Architectural Design Review Regulations. The proposed design,
materials and finishes are compatible with newer surrounding development and the
proposed design elements provide the necessary architectural relief. Colored
elevations and a color sample board will be available for review at the meeting.
The applicants shall be required to comply with all Public Works Services
Department, Building and Fire Code requirements as determined necessary by the
Public Works Services Director, Building Official and Fire Prevention.
ANALYSIS
The C-2 zoning permits residential uses with. an approved Conditional Use Permit. In
addition, the City Council on October 15,2002 adopted Resolution No. 6326 allowing
up to 50 dulac for market rate senior housing projects, and up to 63 dulac for
affordable senior housing projects as defined by the California Government Code on
properties designated as Commercial in the General Plan.
CUP 02-014
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The proposed project has a density of 36 dwelling units per acre that is consistent
with the General Plan.
It is staff's opinion that the proposed project is an appropriate use at this site. There
is a need for senior housing within the community and the proposed project will
accommodate this need. The location is advantageous for seniors because it is in
close proximity to a supermarket, several pharmacies and is on a bus route.
CECA
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 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 I>roject.
RECOMMENDATION
The Development Services Department recommends approval of Conditional Use
Permit No. CUP 02-014 and Architectural Design RevieW No. 02-040 subject to the
following conditions:
1. That final plans shall be in substantial compliance with the plans on file in the
subject cases, CUP 02-014 and ADR 02-040.
2. The project shall be approved by the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency.
3. A minimum of 20% of the units shall be "affordable" senior units as defined by
State Redevelopment Law. All affordable units must be restricted to persons
65 years of age or older. The remainder of the tenants may be a minimum of
62 years of age or older.
4. That an outdoor lighting plan, including decorative parking lot lighting shall be
submitted to the Community Development Administrator for review and
approval.
5. That the final landscape plans shall be submitted to the City's landscape
architect for review and approval. That all "specimen" trees shall be a
minimum of 36" box and all other trees shall be a minimum of 24" box. Street
trees shall be in compliance with the City's Street Tree Master Plan dated
August 2001.
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6. All proposed signing shall be submitted for approval to the Development
Services Department per the City's design review guidelines.
7. Prepare a storm water mitigation plan including the structural BMPS as
required by SUSMP.
8. Prepare a local SWPPP for all construction activities as well as complete all
Storm Water forms.
9, That C.U.P. 02-014 shall not take effect until the owner and applicant have
executed a form available at the Community Development Division indicating
awareness and acceptance of the conditions of approval.
10. Noncompliance with the provisions and conditions of this Conditional Use
permit shall constitute grounds for the immediate suspension or revocation of
said Permit.
FINDINGS AND MOTIONS
Approval
The Planning Commission should move to adopt the Negative Declaration and
approve CUP 02.014 and direct staff to prepare the appropriate resolution for
adoption at its next meeting.
Denial
If the Planning Commission intends to deny this Conditional Use Permit application,
the Commission should move for denial and direct staff to prepare a resolution that
incorporates 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 10 public hearing, please
contact Donna L. Butler at (626) 574-5442.
Attachments: Land Use and Zoning Map
Negative Declaration & Initial Study
Applicant's plans
CUP 02-014
December 10, 2002
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DRAFT NEGATIVE DECLARATION
1. Name, if any, and a brief description of project:
C.U.P. 2002-014 and ADR 2002-040. Heritage Park - Proposal to construct a three-
story 54-unit senior apartment complex with a minimum of 20% (11 units) to be
affordable senior units. The project includes 69 on-site parking spaces.
2. Location: 148-158'w. Las Tunas Drive
3. Entity or person undertaking project:
American Senior Living
1740 E. Garry Avenue, Suite 105
Santa Ana. CA 92705
The Planning Commission, having reviewed the Initial Study of this proposed project and having
reviewed the written comm~!lts received prior to the public meeting of the Planning
Commission, including the recommendation of the City's Staff, does hereby find and declare
that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. A brief statement
of the reasons supporting the Planning Commission findings are as follows:
The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Negative Declaration reflects Its independent
judgment.
The location and custodian of the documents and any other material which constitute the record
of proceedings upon which the City based its decision to adopt this Negative Declaration are as
follows:
Development Services Department
Community Development Division
240 W. Huntington Drive
Arcadia. 91007
(626) 574--5423
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File No. CUP 2002.Q14 and ADR 2002-040
CITY OF ARCADIA
240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
CALlFORNIAENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
1. Project Title: C.U.P. 2002-014 and ADR 2002-040
2. Project Address: 148-158 W. Las Tunas Drive, Arcadia, CA
3. Project Sponsor's Name, Address & Telephone Number:
American Senior Living
1740 E. Garry Avenue, Suite 105
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(949) 224-1800
4. Lead Agency Name & Addre~s:
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 Deve/opment Administrator (626) 574-5442
6. General Plan Designation: Commercial
7. Zoning Classification: C-2
8. Description of Project:
Proposal to construct a three-story 54-unit senior apartment complex with a
minimum of 20% (11 units) to be affordable senior units. The project includes 69
on-site parking spaces.
9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: (Briefly describe the project's
surroundings.)
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Property to the immediate east is developed with the Arcadia Wash.
Further east the properties are zoned C-M and developed with auto body
and repair uses and mixed commercial/industrial.
The property immediately west is vacant and zoned C-2. Property further
west is zoned C-2 and developed with a Sav-On Drug store.
Properties to the south across Live Oak Avenue is zoned C-M and
developed primarily with light industrial uses, interspersed with general
commercial uses.
Properties to the north across Las Tunas Drive are zoned R-1 single.family
residential and developed with dwellings.
10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits,
financing approval, or participation agreement):
At this time, only the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency
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.
[ ] Aesthetics
[ ] Biological Resources
[ ] Geology/Soils
[ ] HydrologylWater Quality
[ ] Mineral Resources
[ ] Population & Housing
[ ] Recreation
[ ] Utilities and Service Systems
[ ] Mandatory Findings of Significance
[ ] Air Quality
[ ] Cultural Resources
[ ] Hazards & Hazardous Materials
[ ] Land Use & Planning
[ ] Noise
[ ] Public Services
[ ] Transportation / Circulation
DETERMINATION (To be completed bylhe Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
[Xj I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
[I 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
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mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the
project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
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I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the
environment, an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
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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.
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I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all
potentially significant effects have been analyzed adequately in an earlier
Environmental Impact Report pursuant to applicable standards and have been
avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EJR, including revisions or mitigation
easures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
11/04/02
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Donna L. Butler
Printed Name
City of Arcadia
For
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 Impacr 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 Impacr 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.slte as well as on-site,
cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as Vl(ell 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 Impacr entries when the determination Is
made, an Environmental Impact Report is required.
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4. "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation
measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impacr to a "Less Than Significant
Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they
reduce the effect to a lass 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 CECA 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 Anelyses 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," descrlbe 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 significanca criterla or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and
b) The mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than significant.
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Significant WIIh Significant No
Impact Mitigation Impact Impact
Incorporation
1. AESTHETICS - Would the project
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a,scenlc vista? 0 0 0 IZ1
b) SUbstantially damage scenic resources, Including, but not limited 0 0 0 IZ1
to, trees, rock outcropplngs, ~nd historic buildings w~hin a state
SCenic highway?
c) SUbstantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of 0 0 0 IZ1
the site and Its surroundings?
d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would 0 0 0 IZ1
adversely affect day or nighttime views In the area?
The proposed 54 units senior apartments will replace an eXisting
underdeveloped and poorly maintained retail center. The project , .
will be three (3) stories, however, properties to the south are
developed with mixed use commerclallllght industrial uses, There
arEl no scenic highways within this area.
. 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
Cep!. of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing
Impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of 0 0 0 IZ1
Statewide Importance (Farmland) to non-agricultural use? (The
Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program in the California
Resources Agency to non-agricultural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson 0 0 0 IZ1
Act contract?
c) Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to 0 0 0 IZ1
thElir location or nature, could result In conversion of Farmland to
non-agricultural use?
There are no agricultural lands within the City of Arcadia.
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 following
determinations, Would the project
. a) Conflict with or obstruct Implementation of the applicable air 0 0 0 IZ1
quality plan?
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b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an
existing or projected air quality violation?
c) Result In a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria
pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an
applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including
releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for
ozone precursoi'S)?
e) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations?
f)
Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of
people? '
4.
Senior housing generates less vehicle trips than a commercial
center, therefore, the project will have less of an impact on air
quality than if the site was redeveloped with a general commercial
use. There may be more air emissions from dust and machinery.
during the construction phase of the project, however, the
contractor's will be required to comply with air quality standards
during this time of the project.
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES- Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse impact, either directly or through
habnat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate,
sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans,
policies, or regulations, or, by the Callfomia Department of Fish
and Game or U,S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
The site is an existing commercial center, therefore there will be
no impact on animal habitats.
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?
The slle Is an existing commercial center, and there are no
, riparian habitats in close proximity to the site.
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands
es defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including but
not limited to , marsh, vemal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct
removal, filling, hydrological Interruption or other means?
The site is an existing commercial center In a built-out
community, and there are no wetlands in or around this area..
d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or
Potentially
Slgnlflcanl
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
less Than
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
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migratory fish or wildlife species or with established resident or
migratory wildlife corridors. or impede the use of wildlife nursery
sites?
This is an existing commercial site in a well established
commercial neighborhood. There are no fish or wildlife species
within the area.
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protectlng biological
resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance?
This Is an existing commercial site in a well established
commercial neighborhood. There are no fISh or wildlife species
within the area.
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation
Plan, Natural Conservation CommunitY Plan, or other approved
local, regional or state habitat conservation plan?
This Is an existing commercial site In a well established
commercial neighborhood. Thare are no fish or wildlife species
within the area.
CULTURAL RESOURCES - Would the project:
Cause a substantial adverse change In the significance of a
historical resource as defined In ~ 15064.5?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change In the Significance of an
archaeological resource pursuant to ~ 15064.5?
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or
site or unique geologic feature?
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of
formal cemeteries?
The site Is developed with a retail center constructed In 1962.
Most of the buildings are vacated and the site is underutllized.
There Is no evldenca .that the site is a historic resources as
defined in 15064.5 of the State code.
6. GEOLOGY AND SOILS - Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse
effects, Including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving:
i) Rupture of e known earthquake fault, as delineated on the
most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map
Issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other
substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to Division of
Mines and Geology Special Publication 42.
Potentially
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
With
MIl/gaUon
IncorporaUon
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Slgnlflcant
Impact
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o
o
o
o
o
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The Raymiond Hili earthquake fault is not located within
close proximity to the site.
II) Strong seismic ground shaking?
The Raymond Hill fault is located to the northwest of this
site. There could be ground shaking as a result of any
major earthquake within the area, however, all new
buildings are reuqired to comply with the California Building
Code requirements.
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction?
The property is nollocated in an area SUbject to liquefaction
nor has there been hlstrolcally any earthquake related
ground failures in this area.
v) Landslides?
The site is relatively flat and is located a minimum of 2
miles from the San Grablrie mountains.
b) Result In substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil?
As noted, the site is currently developed and therefore would not
be subject to any substantial soil erosion. During the construction
phase the contractor will have to comply with NPDES and
SUSMPS regulations.
c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would
become unstable as a result of'the project, and potentially result
In on- or off-site landslide. 'lateral spreading, subsidence,
liquefaction or collapse?
The site is not located wlthin an area subject to liquefaction or
collapse or unstable soils as noted by the Dept. of Conservation.
d) Be located on expansive soil as defined in the Uniform Building
Code, creating substantial risks to life or property?
Based upon a Phase 1 study the site is stable and no expansive
soli has been noted in the area.
e) Have solis 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?
Based upon a Phase 1 study the site is stable and no expansive
soil has been noted in the area.
7.
VII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - Would the
project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment
Potentially
Significant
Impacl
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
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No
Impact
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through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous
materials?
The site Is proposed for development of a senior housing project,
there wl1l be no routine transport, use or disposal of hazarous
waste or materials at this sileo
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?
The site is proposed for development of a senior housing project,
there will be no routine transport, use or disposal of hazarous
waste or materials at this site.
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely
hazardous materlals,substances, or waste within one-quarter
mile of an existing or proposed school?
The site is proposed for development of a senior housing project,
there will be no routine transport, use or disposal of hazarous
waste or materials at this site.
d)
Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous
materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section
65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to
the public or the environment?
The property is not on a list of hazardous materials site,
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?
The site is not located within an airport land use plan and is more
than two miles from the nearest airport,
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 proieet area?
The site is located more than two miles from the nearest private
airstrip.
g) Impeir implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted
emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
The site is.not included in the City's emergency response plan,
h) Expose people or structures to a sigificant risk of loss, Injury or
death involving wildland fires, includin9 where wildlands are
adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed
with wildlands?
The area is a fully developed commercial area and is not located
within close proximity to any areas subject to wildland fires.
Potentially
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
No
Impact
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Significant WIII1 Slgnlflcant No
Impact Mitigation Impact Impact
Incorporation
8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY - Would the project:
a) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere D D D [gI
substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be
a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowaring of the local
groundwater table lavel (I.e., the production rate of pre-existing
nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support
existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been
granted)?
The site is currently paved over with parking and buildings. The
new development would provide more green area than the current
commercial development. The 54 unit project would not deplete
groundwater supplies as a result of development and the City's
water purveyor is capable of serving this facility,
b) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern oftha site or area, 0 0 0 [gI
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?
The site is currently developed and there would be no significant
. change In the drainage patterns on site or within the entire area.
e) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area. D D 0 [gI
Including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river.
or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a
manner which would result in flooding on- or off.site?
There are no streams or rivers within the area. The adjacent
Arcadia Wesh will not be altered as a result of this development.
d) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity 0 0 0 [gI
of existing or planned storm water drainage systems or provide
substantial additional sources of polluted runoff?
There will be less water runoff with the new project as currently
exists with the commercial center. There will be less hardscape
on this project than that of the existing project.
e) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality 0 D 0 [gI
There will be no impact on water quality as a result of thill inflll
project.
f) Violate any other water quality standards or waste discharge 0 0 0 [gI
requirements?
The proposed project must comply with all state and city
requirements including SUSMPS,and NPDES.
g) Place housing within a 1 OO~year flood hazard area. as mapped on D 0 0 [gI
. a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or
other flood hazard delineation map?
There are no flood hazard zones In Arcadia.
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h) Place within a 100-year floodplaIn structures which would impede
or redirect flood flows?
There are no flood hazard zones in Arcadia.
i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or
death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the
failure of a levee or dam?
This area is not subject to flooding or dam failure because of its
10caUon In the southern most portion of the City, away from the
foothill area and dams.
j) Expose people or structures to InundaUon by seiche, tsunami or
mudflow?
The site is located within a developed area and is not subject to
any of the above.
k) During project construction, 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
stromwater sewer system persmit?
The project Is required to comply with the CIty's SUSMPS
standards relating to water quality and waste discharge
requirements.
I) After the project Is completed, will it create or contribute runoff
"Vater that would violate any water quality standards or waste
dischrage requirements, Including the terms of the City's
municipal separate stormwater sewer system permit?
The project is required to comply with the City's SUSMPS
standards relating to water quality and waste discharge
requirements both during and after construcUon.
m AI/ow polluted storm water 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?
The project is required to comply with the City's SUSMPS
standards relating to water quality and waste discharge
requirements both during and after construcUon.
n) Potential for discharge of stormwater to cause significant harm on
the biological Integrity of the waterways and water bodies
including municipal and comestlc supply, water contact or non-
contact recreation and groundwater recharge?
The project is required to comply with the City's SUSMPS
standards relating to water quality and waste discharge
requirements both during and after construction.
Potentially
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
No
Impact
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0) Dischrage stormwater so that significant harm is caused to the
biological integrity of waterways or water bodies?
The project is required to comply with the City's SUSMPS
standards relating to water quality and waste discharge
requirements both. during and after construction.
p) Significantiy alter the flow velocity or volume of storm water
runoff that can use environmental harm?
The Cflnstrucllon of 54 senior apartment units on an existingsita
will not impact or elter stormwater runoff. As noted there will be
more open green space in this project which may help to reduce
stormwater runoff.
q) Slgnificanlly Increase erosion, either on or off-slle?
There will be no Impact on erosion since the site as well as
surrounding areas are all developed with minimal change in
elevations.
9. LAND USE AND PLANNING - Would the project:
Physically divide an established community?
The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan and is
an allowed use with an approved conditional use permit.
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of
an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not
limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or
zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect?
The proposed project Is consistent with the General Plan and is
an allowed use with an approved condlllonal use permit.
a)
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural
community conservation plan?
No, the site is a developed parcel of land within an urbanized
area.
10. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a) Result In ,the loss of availability of a known minerai resource that
would be of value to the region and the residents of the state?
b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral
resource recovery site delineated on a local generel plan, specific
plan or other land use plan?
No, the site is a developed parcel of land within an urbanized
area. There are no mineral resources within the area.
NOISE: . Would the project result in:
Potentially
Slgnlflcant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
With
MItigatiOn
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
No
Impact
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a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels In excess of
standards established in the local general plan 'or noise
ordinaf1Ce, or applicable standards of other agencies?
There may be some short term noise impacts as a result of the
demolition of the existing buildings and construction of the new
project. However, construction and demolition is permitted only
between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday through
Saturday. The resulting project will not exceed noise levels as set
forth in the Arcadia Municipal Code or General Plan.
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessivegroundbome
vibration or groundbome noise levels?
The proposed project is located on two primary arterials, Las
Tunas Drive and Live Oak Avenue. Trucks utilizing either one of
these streets may cause some vibration, however, the noise and
vibration should not exceed normal levels for properties located
o~ major arterials thlroughout the City.
A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels In the
project vicinity above levels existing without the proJect?
The proposed project should not increase noise levels within the
vicinity, but may actually reduce noise levels based on previous
uses located on the subject site, i.e., major automotive repair.
c)
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise
levels In the project vicinity above levels existing without the
project?
As noted above, there may be some short term noise Impacts as
a result of the demolition of the existing buildings and construction
of the new project. However, it is not anticipated that these noise
levels will be 'substantlal" and will be related to construction and
demolition which is permitted only between the hours of 7:00 a.m,
and 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.' The resulting project
will not exceed noise levels as set forth In the Arcadia Municipal
Code or General Plan.
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where
such a plan has not been adopted, wllhintwo miles of a public
airport or public use airport, would the project expose people
residing or working in the projact area to excessive noise levels?
The proposed project 15 not within two miles of a publiC or private
airport,
f)
For a project within tha vicinity of a private airstrip, would the
project expose people residing or working in the project area to
excessive noise levels?
The proposed project is not within two miles of a public or private
airport.
Potentially
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
less Than
Significant
With
MfUgaUon
IncorporaUon
o
o
o
o
o
o
less Than
Significant
Impact
No
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)?
The proposed 54 unit senior apartment complex will provide new
housing within the area. However, based on the type of units and
the group of tenants it is designed for, It is not anticipated that
there will be a substantial population growth as a result of this
project.
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating
the construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
The proposed project will displace an existing commercial center
and Provide new housing within the area.
c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the
cO(1struction of replacement housing elsewhere?
The'proposed project will displace an existing commercial center
and provide new housing within the area.
. 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 publicfacililies?
Based on information from the various departments, the proposed
54 unit senior apartment complex will not have an adverse impact
on any of the City's sElrvices.
14. RECREATION - Would the project:
a) Increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or
other recreational facilities such that substantial physical
deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated?
PolenliaUy
SlgnIficanl
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
Impact
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o
o
o
o
o
o
o
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The senior apartment complex will not necessitate or affect
existing parks and facilities. The project provides on-site open
space as well as common areas for the residents.
b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the
construction or expansion of recreational facilities which have an
adverse physical effect on the environment?
Passive recreational facilities are proposed as part of the project.
15. TRANSPORTATIONrrRAFFIC - 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 substantial Increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the
volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)?
The vehicle trips generated by this use will be much less than
generated by a retail center. Because the residents are seniors it
is anticipated that not all residents will own vehicles. The site Is
located on a bus'route and residents may utilize the City's transit
system as well.
Exceed, either Individually or cumulatively, a level of service
standard established by the county congestion management
agency for designated roads or highways?
There will not be any impact on the county congestion
management plan.
c) Result In a change in air traffic pattems, including either an
Increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in
substantial safety risks?
This project does not affect traffic pattems within the area.
d) , Substantially Increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g.,
sharp curves or dang,erous Intersections) or incompatible uses
(e,g., farm equipment)?
The project is secured by automatic gates and has been designed
to accommodate stacking for vehicles com Ing to and from the
site.
e) Result In inadequate emergency access?
The fire department has reviewed the proposal and does not have
any problem with the design. The project will have to meet all
building and fire codes relating to senior housing.
f) Result In Inadequate parking capacity?
Based on information from other cities, the proposed parking ratio
is consistent with similar senior projects In other communities.
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans or programs supporting
altematlve transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)?
Potentially
Significant
Impa~
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Significant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
NO
Impact
181
181
181
181
181
181
181
181
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The project Is located ona major bus route and does not conflict
with transportation plans of e~her the City or County.
16. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project:
a)
Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable
Regional Water Quality Control Board?
The proposed plans will be reviewed by the City's
NPDES/SUSMPS consultant, however, the project is less than
100 units. However, the project will be required to comply with
the CIty's requirements.
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?
No new facilities will be required as a result of. this project.
Require or result in the con'stiuctlon of new storm water drainage
facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of
whIch could cause significant environmental effects?
This project does not fall under the treshhold for new facilities and
no new facilities will be required as a result of this project.
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 Govemment Code Section
664737 (SB221).
Existing resources can accommodate this'project.
b)
c)
e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider
which serves or may serve the project determined that it has
adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand In
additJon to the provider's existing commitments?
The Development Services Department has been advised that
there is adequate capacity to serve this project.
f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to
accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs?
Existing landfills will be able to serve the project's needs
g)
Comply with federal, state and local statues and regulations
related to solid waste?
Per the City's requirements, the project must comply with all
mandated regulations.
MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
Potentiany
Slgnlflcant
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Slgnlftcant
W1111
Mitigation
Incorporation
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Less Than
Slgnlncan!
Impact
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
No
Impact
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. Less Than
Potentially Significant Less Than
Significant With Significant No
Impact MIUgation Impact Impact
Incorporation
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the 0 0 0 IZI
environment, substantially reduce the habitat ofa fish or wildlife
spec:les, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below
self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or restrfct the range of a rare or
endangered plant or animal 'or eliminate important examples of
the major periods of California history or prehistory?
The project replaces an existing retail center and will not have any
impact on fish or wildlife.
b Does the project have impacts that are Individually limited, but 0 0 0 IZI
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, end the effects of probable future
projects)?
All the projects, including the proposed project are consistent with
the General Plan and zoning in the area and will not have a
cumulative impact on the environment.
. c) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause 0 0 0 IZI
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or
lndlrecUy?
No.
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CITY OF ARCADIA
240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 910.07
(626) 574-5400
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
Date Filed:
General Information
1. Name and address of developer or project sponsor:
American Senior Living
1740 East Garry Avenue, Suite 105
Santa Ana, CA 92705
2. Address of project (Location):
148-158 West' Las Tunas Drive and 141 West Live Oak, Arcadia, CA
. 3. Name, address <;Ind telephone number of person to be contacted concerning this project:
American Senior Living - Attn: Ms. Raye Mondell - 949-224-'1800
1740 East Garry Avenue, Suite 105
Santa Ana, CA 92705
4. List and describe any other related permits and other public approvals required for this
project, inoluding those required by city, regional, state and fedetal agencies:
Conditional Use Pennit, General Plan Text Amendment, Arcadia Architectural
Design Review Multiple Family Application
5. Zoning: ('7.
6, General Plan Designation: Commercial
Proiect Description
7, .. proposed use of site (project description):. An affordable aparbnent community for senior
. lJ.vJ.ng. The project consists of 5~-dwelling units for low income residents age 62 and'
older. The project will include 69 on-site parking spaces, ample unit sizes, and
elevator access to all levels. A large cornm\JJU. ty center and outdoor porch! SJ. ttJ.ng
area have been incorporated into the design of the project.
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. 8. Site Size: 64,783 Sq, Ft.1 1.49 Acre(s)
9, Square footage per building:
54,894,
10. Number of floors of construction:
3
11. Amount of off-street parking provided:
69
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12. Proposed scheduling of project:
Project will take approximately 1 year to construct. All construction will
13. take place in one phase.
Associated projects:
N/A
14. Anticipated incremental development:
. N/A
15. If residential, include the number of units, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices or
rents, and type of household sizes expected:
(See attached)
16. If commercial, indicate the type, i.e. neighborhood, city or regionally oriented, square
footage of sales area, and loading facilities, hours of operation:
N/A
17. If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment per shift. and loading facilities:
N/A
18, If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated
occupancy, loading facilities. and community benefits to be derived from the project:
N/A
19, If the project involves a variance, conditional use permit or zoning application, state this
. and indicate clearly why the application is required:
(See attached copies of application for affordable ,senior housing project.)
EnvironlnfoForm
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20. Are the follOWing items applicable to the project or its effects?
checked yes (attach additional sheets as necessary).
YES NO
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Discuss below all items
Change in existing features of any hills, or substantial alteration of ground
contours,
22. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas or public
lands or roads.
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.
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 land or on any slopes of 10 percent or more?
29. l:Jse or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances,
flammable or explosives
CJ lKI 30. Substantial change in demand for municipal services (police, fire, water.
sewage, etc,)
0 Ii) 31, SUbstantial increase in fossil fuel consumption (electricity, oil, natural gas,
etc,)
0 Ii) 32. Relationship to a larger projector series of projects
Cl Ii] 33, Has a prior environmental impact report been prepared for a program, plan,
policy or ordinance consistent with this project?
o 1:1 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?
Environmental Settinq
35. 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. Oescribe 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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36. 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,
Date
For A"'4.r(lc"'..J Se~IO~" L''VI,J({
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ATTACHMENT
TO
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
15.
23.
26.
If residential, include the number of units, schedule of unit sizes,
range of sale prices or rents, and type of household sizes expected:
28 one bedroom units - 667 square feet - net rent of $574
17 one bedroom units - 667 square feet - net rent of $470
9 two bedroom units - 955 square feet- net rent of $687
All units will be rented to seniors age 62 and over.
Household size will range from one to two persons.
Change in pattern, scale or character of general area of project.
The subject property is currentfy used for commercial retail purposes;
the proposed project is an affordable senior housing project. In
addition, the existing shopping center is a one-story mix of various
sizes and shapes of buildings; the proposed project will be one
building, three stories in height.
Change in ground water quality or quantity, or alteration of existing
drainage patterns.
The subject property at present has five different buildings scattered
on the site. The site is paved and currently drains in a variety of
directions. The proposed project will introduce one building with
significant more landscaping than currentfy exists. The site will be
able to absorb and improve the drainage pattern that exists at this
time. The proposed project will comply with an approved SUSMP
(Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan).
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ATTACHMENT
TO
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
35.
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.
The Arcadia Senior Housing project site is flanked by Las Tunas
Drive and Live Oak Avenue West of Arcadia Wash in the City of
Arcadia, County of Los Angeles, California. The property,
consisting of approximately 1.4 acres, is re/atively flat. The overall
region in which the target properly is located slopes very gradually
to the south. The buildings on the site do not have any cu/tura/,
historical or scenic significance to them. The street address of the
site is described as 148-158 West Las Tunas Drive and 141 West
Live Oak Avenue. The entire site comprises of two parcels with
Assessor's Parcel Numbers (APN) 5788-022-012 and 5788-012-
800. The existing features located at the site include a smaff
market, offices, and a vacant muffler shop. The site is currently
occupied by five old, single-story building, and a parking lot.
There is an A T& T cell phone relay antenna with an eleGtric
generator near the muffler shop and medical offices. The muffler
shop is a wood and metal construction. Aff other buildings are
masonry construction. See attached photographs.
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ATTACHMENT
TO
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
36.
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.
The surrounding properties consist of commercia/ retail land use to
the west (Sav-On); to the east is the Arcadia Wash and one-story
commercia/ retail; to the north are one and two-story single family
homes; to the southeast of the site is a one-story automobi/e body
shop and repair facility; and to the south of the subject property
are two-story office and commercial uses. See attached
photographs.