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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1714 . . ~ RESOLUTION NO. 1714 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 04-013 & ADR 02-072 TO CONSTRUCT A 23,800 SQUARE FOOT MIXED-USE PROJECT FEATURING EIGHT RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND 7,690 SQUARE FEET OF COMMERCIAL SPACE AT 57 AUCE STREET WHEREAS, on September 10, 2004, a conditional use pennit application was filed by Homer Yen Architects to construct an approximate 23,800 square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7,690 square feet of commercial space (Development Services Department Case Nos. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072) at property commonly known as 57 Alice Street; and WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held on October 26, 2004, 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 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 Pennit 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 Pennit is authorized. 3. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said use. All 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. 4. That the site abuts streets and highways adequate in width and pavement type to carry the kind of bafflc generated by the proposed use.. .. . - 5. That the granting of such Conditional Use Pennit will not adversely affect the comprehensive General Plan because the land use and current zoning 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 Pennit No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072, to construct an approximate 23,800 square foot mixed-use project featurtng eight residential units and 7,690 square feet of commercial space at 57 Alice Street, upon the following conditions: 1. Closed circuit securtty cameras and adequate lighting shall be installed in the underground par1<ing garage to the satisfaction of the Police Department 2. The applicant shall submit a detaUed sign program prtor to issuance of building pennits for all extertor signage. No internally illuminated, "canned" signs or freestanding signs shall be allowed at the project site. All onsite signage shall be in compliance with the City's sign ordinance (AMC Sec. 9262.4 to Sec. 9262.4.20). All signage reviewed and approved by Planning Services shall require approprtate pennits from the Development Services DepartmenVBuilding Division. 3. Noncompliance with the plans, provisions and conditions of approval for CUP 04- 013 & ADR 02-072 shall be grounds for immediate suspension and/or revocation of any approvals. 4. Approval of CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 shall not take effect until the property owner and applicant 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 2 City reserves the right, at its own option, to choose its own attorney to represent the City, its e officers, employees, and agents in the defense of the matter. SECTION 4. The decision and findings contained in this Resolution reflect the Planning Commission's action of October 26, 2004 to approve Conditional Use Permit Application No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Baderian, Hsu, Lucas, Olson and Wen None SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and shall cause a copy to be forwanded to the City Council of the City of Arcadia. I HEREBY CERTIFY that this Resolution No. 1712 was adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on November 9, 2004, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Saderian, Hsu, Lucas, Olson and Wen None . ~~lt~/ Chairman, Planning Commission City of Arcadia tary, Planning Commission City of Arcadia APPROVED AS TO FOFlM: ~r.~ Stephen P. Deitsch, City Attorney e 3 , / / . . . . . STAFF REPORT Development Services Department October 26, 2004 TO: Arcadia City Planning Commission FROM: Corkran W. Nicholson, Planning Services Manager By: Joseph Lambert: Associate Planner SUBJECT: Application Nos. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072: A Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review Application to construct an approximate 23,800 square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7,690 square feet of commercial space at 57 Alice Street. SUMMARY The subject applications were submitted by Homer Yen to construct an approximate 23,800 square foot mixed-use project located at 57 Alice Street. If approved, the proposed project would provide eight residential units and 7,690 square feet of commercial space. The Development Services Department is recommending approval of this application, subject to the conditions listed in this report. GENERAL INFORMATION APPLICANT: Homer Yen (project architect) LOCATION: 57 Alice Street REQUEST: A Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review application to construct an approximate 23,800 square foot mixed- use project that would provide eight, three-story residential units and 7,690 square feet of commercial space. SITE AREA: 18,304 square feet (.42 acres) FRONTAGES: 143 feet along S. First Avenue 128 feet along E. California Street CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 October 26, 2004 Page 1 . . . EXISTING LAND USE & ZONING: The project site is an 18,300 square foot parcel on the southwest corner of First Avenue and Alice Street. The site is currently developed with a 1,738 square foot residential building that has previously been used by the Arcadia Presbyterian Church. This building will be removed subsequent to approval of this project. The entire site is zoned C-2: General Commercial. SURROUNDING LAND USES & ZONING: North: Non-conforming residential building (c. 1924) - zoned C-2 South: Non-conforming residential building (c. 1923) - zoned C-2 East: Arcadia Presbyterian Church - zoned R-3 West: Ten-unit condominium complex - zoned PR-.3 GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION: Mixed Use- Commercial/Multiple Family BACKGROUND Design Review application No. ADR 02-072 was conceptually approved by the Development Services Department on August 26, 2004. Because any residential development is a conditionally permitted use within the C-2 zone, a Conditional Use Permit application must be approved concurrently with the Architectural Design Review. The proposed project is also consistent with the General Plan Land use designation ofthe project site, which allows mixed-use developments. PROPOSAL The proposed mixed-use development consists of a three-story building totaling 23,800 square feet (see the attached building elevations and floor plans). The first floor will consist of 2,152 square feet of retail space, 2,782 square feet of residential space, and eight two-car garages. The second floor will contain 2,769 square feet of office space, and 7,939 square feet of residential space. The third floor features 2,769 square feet of office space, and 3,991 square feet of residential space. The retail and office components are located adjacent to First Avenue, consistent with the commercial nature of First Avenue. The residential units and garages are located adjacent to Alice Street, which is predominantly a residential street. Zonina and General Plan The proposed project is within the C-2 zone and the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan. Residential development is a conditionally permitted use within the C-2 zone, and is subject to review and approval by the Planning Commission. The proposed project is subject to the development standards of the C-2 zone and the City's Architectural Design Guidelines. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 October 26, 2004 Page 2 . . . The General Plan encourages commercial and residential mixed-use development within the Mixed Use land use designation, especially projects close to local services and facilities that promote community interaction and altemative modes of transportation, The proposed project is in close proximity to the Central Business District and will provide services for downtown patrons as well as provide services for residents of the project site. Therefore, the proposed project is consistent with the zoning and land use designation of the project site. The Community Development Section of the General Plan allows a 0.50 floor area ratio for non-residential square footage within a mixed-use project. Also, the maximum density allowed for residential units is 22 dwelling units per acre, or 9 units at the project site. The proposed project will have a commercial floor area ratio of 0.42 and wiJI feature eight (8) three-story residential units, in conformance with the provisions of the General Plan. Architectural Desian The proposed mixed-use development (Villa Firenze) has been designed using a "Mediterranean" architectural style. The First Avenue frontage is entirely commercial, featuring retail businesses on the ground floor. The residential portion of the project faces Alice Street, with a driveway between the residential buildings. The driveway serves as access to the private garages and incorporates decorative pavers and a concrete pedestrian walkway. A common outdoor recreation area and playground shall be located behind the residential buildings, adjacent to the northerly property line. The condominium units are situated adjacent to Alice Street, which in staffs opinion provides an appropriate transition between the commercial uses on First Avenue and the residential nature of Alice Street. Although the proposed project is considered mixed use, the appearance from Alice Street will be of a residential project and the appearance from First Avenue will be retail and office commercial. All elevations of the proposed project feature plaster stucco walls with multiple colors to maximize architectural interest in the buildings. A tower element adjacent to the comer of f=irst and Alice shall be the focal point of the design, providing a visual anchor for the project. The First Avenue elevation features archways, pot shelves, and wrought iron work, tying into themes found on the tower element. The Alice Street elevation incorporates arched windows, fieldstone veneer and various colors of stucco that are consistent with the tower element. The roofing material proposed for all buildings is a Mediterranean style red tile. Staff has worked with the applicant to further enhance the elevations by including wrought iron work, second floor balconies, decorative archways, and pot shelves, especially along the easterly, westerly and southerly exterior elevations. The project was also sent to the City's outside architectural consultant as part of the design review process. Lance Bird, AlA, reviewed the project, and staff incorporated his CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 October 26,2004 Page 3 . comments into the required plan revisions. The proposed project is also consistent with the City's Architectural Design Guidelines for commercial and residential development. ParkinQ The residential component of the project requires each of the eight residential units to have a two-cat garage and one guest parking space (24 total spaces). Therefore, eight garage areas are provided at grade level, which would be accessed from Alice Street, with the required guest parking spaces located within a subterranean parking area that is accessed from First Avenue at the northeast comer of the site. All residential parking spaces meet the minimum dimensions set forth by the Arcadia Municipal Code. The total commercial square footage for the project site is 7,690 square feet. The commercial space will consist of 2,152 squar.e feet of retail space, and 5,538 square feet of office space. Thirty-three parking spaces are required for the commercial uses, as proposed by the applicant. The applicant's proposal provides 34 parking spaces within the subterranean garage for the proposed commercial uses, one space more than required by code, . . Safety The Arcadia Fire and Police Departments reviewed this application. Staff recommends that a closed circuit television camera be installed as a security measure within the underground parking garage, and that the parking garage area be adequately lighted. Code Reauirements All City requirements regarding disabled access and facilities, building safety, fire prevention, detection, and suppression, and site design will be complied with to the satisfaction of the Building Official, Fire Marshall, and Community Development Administrator. Compliance is to be determined by having fully detailed tenant improvement plans submitted for plan check review and approval. ANALYSIS . The proposed project conforms with all provisions of the Arcadia Municipal Code. The General Plan encourages pedestrian oriented development and mixed-use development within the Mixed Use land use designation. It is the opinion of staff that the proposed project exemplifies the goals of the General Plan for a mixed-use development, and shall be beneficial to furthering development along First Avenue. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 October 26,2004 Page 4 . I . 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 PelTT)it 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. CEQA 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 that could not be made less than significant with mitigation incorporation. 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 Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared for this project. The mitigation measures are those conditions of approval that address the potential noise, parking, and police service impacts. RECOMMENDATION The Development Services Department recommends approval of Conditional Use Permit Application No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 subject to the following conditions: 1. Closed Circuit security cameras and adequate lighting shall be installed in the underground parking garage to the satisfaction of the Police Department. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 October 26,2004 Page 5 . . . 2. The applicant shall submit a detailed sign program prior to issuance of building permits for all exterior sign age. No intemally illuminated, "canned" signs or freestanding signs shall be allowed at the project site. All onsite signage shall be in compliance with the City's sign ordinance (AMC Sec. 9262.4 to Sec. 9262.4.20). All signage reviewed and approved by Planning SeNices shall require appropriate permits from the Building Services. 3. .Noncompliance with the plans, provisions and conditions of approval for CUP 04-013 & ADR02-072 shall be grounds for immediate suspension and/or revocation of any approvals. 4. Approval of CUP 04~013 & ADR 02-072 shall not take effect until the property owner and applicant 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. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Approval The Planning Commission should move to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration, approve Application Nos. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 to construct an approximate 23,800 square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7,690 square feet of commercial space at 57 Alice Street, and direct staff to prepare a resolution incorporating the Commission's decision and specific findings. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 October 26, 2004 Page 6 . . . 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 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 October 26th, 2004 public hearing, please contact Joe Lambert at (626) 574-5444. Ap~ Wl1~uJ~ Corkran W. Nicholson Planning Services Manager Attachments: Aerial Photo & Zoning Map Land Use Map Plans and Exhibits Departmental Conditions Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration & Initial Study Environmental Information CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 October 26.2004 Page 7 ~ N 100 o 100 Feet ~ 57 Alice St o Arcadia 'R.3 ~ Zone 1ts 57 Alice Street CUP 04-013 ADR 02-072 aveJopment Services Department Engineering Division Prep"'" by: R.S.GonzsI.~ Sop/ember. 2004 ("') ~ (619) N .--- -< 100 0 100 Fast . . (6U) IDlllfJ 1--_ ___-_ ~--- , (622) (624) , _ (113) (117) GENOA ST (34) (40) (42) (46) (50) (54) (114) (118) (701) . (700) (705) (706) (T11) -- -- -.....- --- - (33) (41) (51) ALICE ST (36) (42) (44) (46) (48) (50) (54) (803) ~ q: r- CI) a:: iI: (112) (118) --- --I _(802)_ (805) (815) (813) (811) (810) --r --- -- r- -- (817) -- -----' (817) (45)_ _ _ J51J. (~---- (823) (816) 1-- ---- (820) .. ","_-= ---=-="l {33} I {35-37} (824) 1ts 57 Alice Street CUP 04-013 ADR 02-072 ve/opment Services Department Enginaering Division Proparod by: R.S.GoozaIez. Septem/ler.2004 .. . - ~ V6 Il'nn- ~ first Avenue & Alic-t' 5itrcet..AI1.::udia. CA J'" <"'-:. -f-:;'.f,j)..6-::"",! ._,~." . ' '''''':'''''1 l, jf ;;1'; . . "~.~.... .0,., 1~~,p6.-., ," . " ~"~"'~' f~.1 ~~ ",' :'U " ," ~.. .~\ ,. " ,..;"> l- r , '. 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OFFlCE & DUl!';ST 1 e STALLS FOR TENANT P~FUttNG-@ GROUND "LODR .. !loB STALLS TOTAL c.. LAND U5E BUILDING AREAS MIXED USE COMMERCIAL' MI.U..TlPLE FAMILY SITE AREA: S"'SEMENT IPARlC;lNOl ... , 7.3SD SF DROUND FLOOR - 10.'775 SF 2.153 SF IRETAILl + 3.:7BZ SF IRl!:SIOENTlAl.l +'5.839 S. IRESIOENTIAL. o-ARAGESI VICINITY MAP 1 e.304 91" - a.~2 ACRE SECt;lND Fl.DDR .. 10,7 I 7 9F'" 7.039'91'" IRESIDENTlALI + 2.77B SF ICOMMEACIAL,1 -- -- DEVELOPME:NT PROPOsED: ""IRD FUSOR .. 6,7159 SF 3,901 a... IRE.IllD!rNl1ALI + 3.778 S'" ICOMMERCIAL,1 S UNITS - MUI.TtPL,E "...,ILy ~ '7.000 5.". CDM..,ERCIAL QOOE A1.1..0WED: all UNIT'PEA ACRE __ 9.24 UNITS D.5 F'.....A. F'DR REt"'IL DR COM....ERCIAL. orl a.304 S.F.. x D.S '"' 9.1 sa 1iI.1'". -- -- TOTAL.. .. ll2.420 SF IRE:SIDENTIAL ,. COMp.tERCIA1.1 123.11 B SF SF" SASEMENT PARlCtNQ s,- PRIVATE o-ARAOES. 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'-.--m . : '- - : ..'-..________._________~n__.____..____.___._.._.._________.....:...~ THIRD FLOOR PLAN I """"' ,"r.NI' l.!" .. . 1--------.--.--------.----..--.-----.--.--.-.-----------------.-, I i I i j i I i ! ! ! -r - ---., I I I I ::-; I , I I J ", I I _~__u__.__._.__.____________. - , ROOF PLAN I SCALE::II1SO_1'.o" l..!.' - -l'. ~>~ L"7,' .l~:~~~~' .,'~.:....,l ""f"" ,~t~~ . ~t/:, ~7"- !.~ '-t' . '-,'''' ~-'~-. .':0." ~1?1~: - ,i;~4 -;:'~ ",~. ..(~..",; 'i'I'L ~, , ~~~-~ .~ " .'- ... , .-,' ButUllHC fOOTPRINT """'EWA' @UiiDIHOFOcm>fuNT ,.__1=.:._1,.<_ ~',: . -.J_' .. '\', '~::~~_~~:i; ~I"~:~ :I;:~ ~ '--'~.!'~"-1!1.'-" . .-oJ~' L.EGEND: D ItUSLDINa FOOT1'R&JfT8 Tomt 10,568.00 SF % of CiMnIge: SlI% . . [J lANOllC.APtNG Pln'lng;t,.255JlOSF(~dr\vnlIy) (l~3,3S1I1OSF 'IfoOlCOwenlge:2no D DRIVEWAY laral;3.3t3.00Sf(~baIenWIrd) 'lI.of~1n SITE USE DIAGRAM I SCALE:1I1r-r-0" l!.2 - ..... 'H ..... <or .... ~~O" "'... ....r r-r H ~/" J - - , ~S'~(/' ....r or... 88B8B 88 11.1" [!I H ALiCe STRI;ET'ELEVATION (SOunt) WEST ELEVATION EL~V A T[ONS , SCALE: 'liS"" r~ l..:!.3 e It . .: "'.... or... "'.... n'.r s(.I" l!l"1" .t'_r I'~'" D .... .... NORTH ELEVATION "'... ..... )1'-6' ).I'-f' ".... ~'-6. ,,... IS_I' H .... FIRST AVENUE ELEVAnON CEAST) ELEVATIONS I SCALE:-II1&,"...t'..Q" ~4 II ..-of &4'~" ".... I]'~s': .... .. . .' ..... "_to "... rn rn m s m ~_r .... WEST ELEVATION (DRIVEWAY) )4'-ll" ..... ".f H .... EAST ELEVAnON (DRIVEWAY) ELEVATIONS I sCAl.E:llffr-1'.o" l.!.5 . I . I MEMORANDUM Development Services Department DATE: July 29,2003 TO: Joe Lambert, Associate Planner FROM: l1-'oan A. Lazo, Associate Civil Engineer SUBJECT: Conditions of Approval for ADR 02-072 57 Alice Street, 1 O-Unit Condominium and Commercial Space In response to your memorandum, the items which Engineering division has concern or special knowledge are listed below:. 1. The existing parkway widths are twelve feet on Alice Street and eight feet on First Avenue. 2. According to record drawings, the subject property has an. existing sewer lateral connecting to the sewer main line on Alice Street serving the subject project. Developer shall contact Public Works Services Department to verify if the existing sewer lateral is adequate for.this development. 3. The project shall have a minimum of twenty feet (20') wide driveway. The folloWing items are General Conditions of Approval for the subject project: 1. Submit grading and drainage plan prepared by a registered civil engineer subject to the approval of the City Engineer. Provide calculations for both the gravity drainage system and the pump drainage'system (if applicable). Computations should show hydrology, hydraulics, elevations, and all the details required on the City's .Pump-Drainage" sheet. . ' Note: Show all existing and proposed parkway trees, pull boxes, meters, power poles, streetlights, driveways, sidewalks, and handicapped ramps on grading/drainage plan. . . . ) Conditions of Approval for ADR 02-072 57 Alice Street, 1 O-Unit Condominium and Commercial Space July 29, 2003 Page 2 2. Submit separate erosion control plan to Public Works Services Department prepared by registered civil engineer for City's approval. 3. Submit cost estimates of public improvements to City Engineer for approval. 4. Submit to the City Engineer the total cost of improvements with a complete accounting of costs incurred in constructing public facilities prior to final acceptance of the project. 5. Arrange for underground utility service, dedicate easements to utility companies if needed, and inform the Development Services DepartmenUEngineering Division in writing of any such dedication prior to commencement of construction. 6. Close existing driveways not to be used and reconstruct curb,. gutter, and sidewalk to match existing. 7. Construct PCC curb ramp in accordance with applicable APWA Standard Plan. a. Construct six-inch (6") thick PCC driveway apron(s) per Arcadia City Standard Drawings a01-1, a01-2 or a01-3. No driveway shall be constructed closer than three feet (3') from any curb retum, fire hydrant, omamental light standard, telephone or electrical pole, meter box, underground vault or manhole or tree. NOTE: No portions of existing gutter and AC pavement shall be removed unless prior approval is obtained from Development Services Director. 9. Gravity drainage outlets shall be constructed per Arcadia City Standard Drawing a01-1 or applicable APWA Standard Plan. 10. Remove and replace deficient or damaged curb, gutter, sidewalk, parkway drains and/or pavement to satisfaction of the City Engineer. Contact the Public Works Inspector for exact locations of removal and replacement. 11. Obtain approval from the Building DivisiorJ. for assigned address(es) to be used for subject development (including allunits.). 12. Paint address numbers on curb face per Arcadia City Standard Drawing a04-1. 13. Obtain permit for all work performed in public right-of-way. The Public Works Inspector shall be contacted at least 24 hours prior to construction of off-site improvements. . . I. . Conditions of Approval for ADR 02-072 57 Alice Street, 1 O-Unit Condominium and Commercial Space JUly 29. 2003 Page 3 , . 14.AII off-site improvements shall be constructed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer prior to occupancy. , 15.AII construction in the public right-of-way shall be in accordance with all applicable sections and/or provisions of the latest edition of the "Standard Specification for Public Works Construction" (Greenbook) and the City of Arcadia's Standard Drawings. 16.The contractor shall comply with all requirements of Federal, State, and local laws, and regulations pertaining to the CLEAN AIR AND CLEAN WATER ACT and National pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Best Management Practices (BMP). 17. Prior to issuance of the certificate of completion for the project, all survey monuments, centerline ties, and survey reference points shall be protected in place or re-established Where disturbed in accordance with Section 8771 of the Land Surveyors Act. This work will be the responsibility of the permittee and shall be at the permittee's expense. The above items are to be complied with to the satisfaction of the City Engineer in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Arcadia Municipal Code. cc: Greg Gerlach, Inspection Sewices Manager Mark Ornelas, Public Works Inspector ,.' City of Arcadia Fire Department David Lugo A. Fire Chief B. . C. D. E. F. G. H. . PROJECT REQUIREMENTS Arcadia Fire Department-Fire Prevention Bureau 710 South Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006 Ph (626) 574-5104 Plan Check # ADR 02-072 Date - 5/21/03 Project Name Villa Firenze Project Address 57 Alice St Applicant Name Lotus Management 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. Install an automatic fire sprinkler system in all areas per the City of Arcadia Fire Department Commercial Sprinkler Standard. Residential areas shall use residential type heads with a minimum design density of .OS gpmnt2. The sprinkler system shall be fully monitored. Hom/strobes shall be placed throughout the building at approved locations. Provide a knox box with keys for access to restricted areas. A fire hydrant shall be provided on the street adjacent to the building at an approved location. Mechanical ventilation shall be provided for the underground garage per CBC 1202.2.7. Emergency lighting and self-illuminated exit signs shall be provided in the parking garage, inside commercial areas, and all common stairways. Provide "NO PARKING" signs for the west wall facing the alley. Provide adequate number of 2A:1 oee fire extinguishers in garage areas, commercial areas, and common areas at approved locations. .- MEMOlW"IDUM: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Date: 05115103 o Fire Prev., DPoli Dpw- tip -Streets, - ater, PW -NPDES/SUSMP, M/>.,( 15 lUU~ Development s~r."~ces .Engineerlng DI'JISlon To: 0 Bldg. Serv., o Econ. Dev., ~ DS-Engineering, Dan From: Planning Services, Joe Lambert Subject: Application No.:.ADR 2002-072 Location: 57 Alice Street Project Description: Resubmitta/ of a Desion Review aoolicalion to construct a 31,000 souare foot mixed use oroiect includino 10 condominium units and commercial (retail & office) soacesat 57 Alice Street. within the Co2 zone and Mixed Use land use deslanation of the General Plan. Please review the attached proposal and provide comments and/or conditions of approval for the following checked items and any other item(s) with which you may have concerns or special knowledge: o Grading, drainage and erosion control o NPDES/SUSMP o Water services, meters & backflow devices o Fire hydrants, sprinklers, connections, etc. o Fire safety, alarms, access, exiting, etc. D Occupancy limits o Accessibility (ADAfTitle 24) o Compliance with Building Codes o Crime Prevention & Public Security o Architectural design o Landscaping design o Consistency with Redevelopment Plan ~ Other. Encroachment Issues ~ II o o o o o o Dedications & easements Legal description(s) Traffic, parking design, circulation, visibility, etc. Parkway width(s) Location and design of driveway(s) and apron(s) Street lights, sidewalks, curb & gutter, etc. Electrical undergrounding Tentative Parcelrrract Map contents Finai Map contents Encroachment into a special setback on: o Is the subject address served by a sewer line that is tributary to a deficient City trunk line? o Street trees & plants Notes: Dan. It looks like thev want to use the "allev" but from what I understand. Phil & Ed Cline are not in support of this. Also. some of the underoround oarkino apoears to encroach into Citv rioht of wav. Piease comment. A Consultation Meeting Is scheduled for NIA Your attendance is requested 0 Yes I 0 No Please provide your written response by OS/29/03 . Re~ponse: 't!~ C.....J:'1 v..,- ....f ( . {l-O t ~ ~~t., ea6~~~'t By: ,~":L ~A- _...-. . THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE. do Uow ... ""7 a c_=.::s ( fr!'.,..... Date: 5 ' 2-rr o~ ,- MEMORANDUM DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Date: 07/8/03 To: o Bldg. Serv., o Econ. Dev., ODS-Engineering, o Fire Prev., o Police, IZI PW-Sewer. ~ PW-Streets, Dave T. ~ PW-Water, ~ PW-NPDES/SUSMP, From: Planning Servicas, Joe Lambert SubJect: Application No,: ADR 2002-072 Location: 57 Alice Street Project Description: Resubmittal of a Desion Review aoolicalion to construct a 31.000 SGuare foot mixed use oroiect includinG 10 condominium units and commercial (retail & office) soaces at 57 Alice Street. within the C-2 zone and Mixed Use. land use desiGnation of the General Plan. Please review the attached proposal and provide comments and/or conditions of approval for the following checked items and any other jtem(s) with which you may have concerns or special knowledge: o Dedications & easements IZI NPDESISUSMP . DB Legal description(s) ~ Water services. meters & backflow devices Traffic, parking design, circulation, visibility, etc. 0 Fire hydrants, sprinklers, connections, etc. Parkway width(s) 0 Fire safety. alarms, access, exiting, etc. D Location and design of driveway(s) and apron(s) D Occupancy limits o Street lights, sidewalks, curb & gutter, etc. D Accessibility (ADAfTitle 24) o Electrical undergrounding D Compliance with Building Codes o Tentative ParcelrTract Map contents D Crime Prevention & Public Security o Final Map contents D Architectural design o Encroachment into a special setback on: D Landscaping design D Consistency with Redevelopment Plan D Is the subject address served by a sewer line IZI Other: Anv sewer. water, or streets issues that is tributary to a deficient City trunk line? [gj Street trees & plants o Grading, drainage and erosion control Notes: Please circulate plans to all Public Works Divisions as marked above. Please provide your written response by 07131/03 '. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE. Responsa: e't...ooJ; l...iAlj ~"\"IS (\V\ ~;:rs~ tHt. ~-J71- 7h1Q] I . f""'\-"'1' .i.T\.\~ 'lI"~ ".-I ~ "lI....~ ""l'-:2.<\. bQ)A. f\'~ 1- - <.y" ln~ ~\ \.m.,~~ .J".'t\,.r 0" {1"'...\..... 1)h.t ~_ lav: Date: . . I MITlGA TED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (DRAFT) 1. Name, if any. and a brief description of project: Application Nos. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072: A Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Reviaw Application to construct an approximate 23,800 square foot mixed-use project. 2. Location: 57 Alice SlTeet, City of Arcadia, County of Los Angeles 3. Entity or person undertaking project: Homer Yen Architects 805 W. Duarte Rd., Sle. 102 Arcadia, CA 91007 (626) 445-8239 The Planning Commission, having reviewed the Initial Study of this proposed project and having reviewed the written comments 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/City Council's findings are as follows: The proposed use is consistent with the zoning and General Plan land use designation ofthe project site and will not have a significant effect upon the environment. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Mitigated Negative Declaration reflects its independent judgment. A copy of the Initial Study may be obtained at: City of Arcadia Development SeNices Department Community Development Division 240 W. Huntington Drive Arcadia, 91007 (626) 574-5423 The location and custodian at the documents and any other material which constitute the record at proceedings upon which the City based its decision to adopt this Mitigated Negative Declaration are as follows: City of Arcadia Development Services Department Community Development Division 240 W. Huntington Drive Arcadia, 91007 (626) 574-5423 ~~ Staff Date Received for Filing Neg Dec 7/02 . . I Fila No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 CITY OF ARCADIA 240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE ARCADIA. CA 91007 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM 1. Project Title: Application No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 2. Project Address (Location) 57 Alice Street. in the City of Arcadia, (Jounty of Los Angeles 3. Project Sponsor's Name, Address & Telephone Number: Homer Yen Architects 805 W. Duarte Rd., Ste. 102 Arcadia, CA 91007 (626) 445c8239 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 Administrator (626) 574-5442 6. General Plan Designation: Mixed Use: Commercial/Mutiple-Family 7. Zoning Classification: C-2 8. Description of Project: -1- . CECA Env. Checklist Part 1. 7/02 . File No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Conditional Use Permit Application No. 04-013 & ADR 02-072: A Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review Application to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7,708 square feet of commercial space. 9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: (Briefly describe the project's surroundings.) The property to the north is zoned C-2, and is developed with a non- conforming residential land use. The property to the south is zoned C-2, and is developed with a non-conforming residential land use. The property to the east is zoned R-3 is developed with a church. The property to the west is zoned PR-3 and is developed with a multiple-family residential/and use. 10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation agreement): N/A . 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 I ] Mineral Resources . [ ] Population & Housing [ ] Recreation I ] Utilities and Service Systems [ ] Mandatory Findings of Significance DETERMINATION (To be completed by the Lead .Agency) On the basis of this initial evaluation: I [ ] Air Quality [ ] Cultural Resources [ ] Hazards & Hazardous Materials [ ] Land Use & Planning [ ] Noise [ ] Public Services [ ] Transportation / Circulation [] I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. -2- CECA Env. Checklist Part 1, 7/02 . . I File No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02..()72 [X] 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 environlT1ent, 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. . [ ] 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 EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. By: Donna Butler, Community Development Administrator For: The City of Arcadia - Development Services Department s~ Igna r Seotember 27,2004 Date Joe Lambert Printed Name Donna Butler For EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS: 1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impacf answl;!rs that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impacf' 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 Impacf 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). -3- CEQA Env. Checklist Part 1, 7/02 . I I File No. CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 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 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 Impacf' 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 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 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 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. 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. Leed agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist, references to information sources for potenliallmpacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside d'ocument 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) The mitigation measure identified. if any, to reduce the impact to less than significant. -4- CECA Env. Checklist Part 1, 7/02 File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 . potentially Significant Impact Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation No Impact Less Than Significant Impact 1. AESTHETICS - Would the project a) Have a substantial adverse effect ona scenic vista? 0 0 0 1ZI b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited 0 0 0 ~ 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? d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? . o o o ~ o o o ~ The proposed projecl consists of a conditional use permit and design review to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7,708 square feet of commercial space. The project site is surrounded by commercial land uses adjacent to First Avenue and multiple family residential fand uses on Alice and Genoa streets. The proposed project was subject to an Architactural Design Review process and has met or exceeded the city's standadrds for design and development standards. As such, no adverse impact on aesthatics is anticipated. 2. 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 Dept. of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and fanmland. Would the project: a) Convert Prime Fanmland, Unique Fanmland, or Fanmland of Statewide Importance (Fanmland) to non-agricultural use? (The Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program in the Califomla Resources Agency to non-agricultural use? b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract? I 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? o o o ~ o o o ~ o o o 18I CEQA Checklist 5 7/02 . File No,: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Potentially Significant Impact Less Than Signlflcanl With Mitigation Incorporation Less Than Significant Impact No Impact The proposal is consistent with the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan and with the zoning of the site, and is required to comply with the regulations of any olher jurisdictional agency with applicable environmental regulations. The project site is surrounded by urban uses and no agricuitural resources currently exist at Ihe project site or in the surrounding areas. As such, the proposal will have no impacts on agricultural rasources. 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: . c) a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantialiy to an existing or projected air quality violation? 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 (inciudlng 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? o o o IZI o o o IZI o o o IZI o o o IZI o o o IZI The proposed project consists of a conditional use permit and design review to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use projecHeaturing eight residential units and 7,708 square feet of commercial space. The project site is surrounded by commercial land uses adjacent to FirsfAvenue and multi pia family resident/ellend uses on Alice and Genoa Streets. The conlinued use of Ihe sile will be in accordance wilh local air quality regulations as adminis/ered by the South Coast Air Quality Management District. As such, no adverse impacts ere anlicipated. 4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES - Would the project: I 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? o o o IZI CEQA Checklist 6 7/02 . In File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 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 California Department of Fish and Game or US Rish 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 /lOt limited to , marsh, vernai 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 sites? e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Conservation Community Plan, or other approved local, regional or state habitat conservation plan? Potentially Significant Impact o o o o Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation o o o o Less Than Significant Impact o o o o No Impact 181 ~ ~ ~ The proposed project consists of a condilional use permit and design review to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7,708 square feet of commercial space. The projact site is surrounded by commercial land uses adjacent to First Avanue and multiple family residenlial land uses on Alice and Genoa Streets. The project site is already developed with inslitutional buildings that will be razed and replaced with the proposed mixed-use project. As such, the proposal will have no impacts on biological resources. 5. CULTURAL RESOURCES - Would the project: I d) a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance ofa historical resource as defined in !j15064.5? b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to !j15064.5? c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature? Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries? o o o o o o o o o o o o ~ ~ 181 181 CEOA Checklist 7 7/02 . File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Potentially Significant Impact Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation Less Than Significant Impact No Impact The proposed project consists of e conditional use permit and design review to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use projact featuring eight residential units and 7,708 square feet of commarcial space. The project site is already developed with institutional buildings that will be razed and replaced with the proposed mixed-use project. As such, no advarse impacts on cultural resourcas are anticipated. 6. GEO~OGY AND SOILS - Would the project: I I a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving: i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on 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 tault? Refe< to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42. ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? v) Landslides? b) Resulfin 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 collapse? 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 waler disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o ~ ~ 181 181 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ CEOA Checklist 8 7/02 . I I File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Potentially Significant Impact Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation Less Than Significant Impact No Impact While this entire region is subject to the effects of seismic activity, the subject location has not been determined to be especially susceptible to any of tha above geological or soil problems. The site is essentially flat land, and is not within an area subject to inundation, subsidence, or expansion of soils. The proposed project consists of a conditional use permit and design review to conslruct an approximate 23,800 tola! square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7. 708 square feet of commercial space. The project site is already developed with institutional buildings that will be razed and replaced with the proposed mixed-use project. All new construction shall be required to comply with all applicable building and safety codes. As such, no adverse Impacts are anticipated. 7. VII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - Would the proje.ct: a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment . through the routine transport, 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 materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a' significant hazard to the public or the environment? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles 9f a public airport or pUblic use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o ~ ~ 18I [gJ ~ 18I 18I CECA Checklist 9 7/02 . I I File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 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 Significant Impact o Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incoiporation o Less Than Significant Impact o No Impact ~ The proposed project consists of a conditional use permit and design review to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units and 7,708 square feet of commercial space. The project site is already developed with institutional buildings that will be razed and replaced with the proposed mixed-use project. All new construcl/on shall'be required to comply with all applicable building and safety codes. The proposal will be in compliance with emergency access and fire safety regulations. As such, no adverse impacts are anticipated. 8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY - Would the project: a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? b) Substantially 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 wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattem 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-s~e? d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattem of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff Ina manner which would resulrin flooding on- or off-site? e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity 01 existing or planned storm water draInage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality g) Place housing within a 1 OO-year flood hazard area, as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o ~ I8J I8J 181 I8J I8J I8J CEOA Checklist 10 7/02 File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 . less Than Potentially Significant Less Than Significant With Significant No Impact Mitigation Impact Impact Incorporation other flood hazard delineation map? h) Place within a 1 DO-year floodplain structures which would impede 0 0 0 ~ or redirect flood flows? i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or 0 0 0 ~ death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami or mudflow? 0 0 0 ~ k) Potential impact of project construction on storm water runoff? 0 0 0 ~ I I) Potential impact of project post-construction activity on storm 0 0 0 ~ water runoff? m Potential for discharge of storm water from areas from material 0 0 0 ~ storage. vehicle or equipment maintenance (including wash,lng), waste handling, hazardous materials handling or storage, delivery areas or loading docks, or other outdoor work areas? n) Potential for discharge of storm water to cause significant harm 0 0 0 ~ on the biological integrity of the waterways and water bodies? 0) Potential for discharge of storm water to impair the beneficial 0 0 0 ~ uses of the receiVing waters or areas that provide water quality benefit? p) Potential for significant changes in the flow velocity or volume of 0 0 0 ~ storm water runoff that can use environmental harm? q) Potential for significant increases in erosion of the project site or 0 0 0 ~ surrounding areas? I CEQA Checklist 11 7/02 . I c) I File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Potentially Slg~lflcant Impact Less Than Slgnlflcant With Mltlgation Incorporation No Impact Less Than Significant impact The proposed projet;1 consists of a condilional use permil and design review to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential unils and 7,708 square feet of commercial space. The project sile is already developed wilh institutional buildings that will be razed and replaced wilh the proposed mixed-use project. All new construction shall be required to comply with all applicable building and safety codes. As tha sile is currently developed, there will be little change to the existing drainage and runoff generated by the project:sile. As such, no adverse impacts ara anticipated. 9. LAND USE AND PLANNING - Would the project: a) o o ~ o Physically divide an established community? 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? o ~ o o Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? o o ~ o The proposal is consistent wilh the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan and with the regulations of the C-2 zone, and is required to comply wilh the regulalions of any other jurisdictional agency with applicable environmental regUlations. The proposed project consists of a conditional use permit and design review to construct an approximate 23,800 total square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential unils and 7,708 square feet of commercial space. Tha projact sile is already developed wilh institutional buildings that will be razed and replaced with the proposed mixed-use project. This project Is consistent wilh zoning and General Plan land use deSignation of the project sile. As such, no adverse impacts are anticipated. 10. MINERAL RESOURCES - Would the project: a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that 0 0 0 ~ 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 0 0 0 ~ resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan? No mineral resources are known to exist at the sile. As such, no adverse impacts are anticipated. 11. NOISE - Would the project result in: a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards estabilshed in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? o o o ~ b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundbome o o o ~ CEQA Checklist 12 7/02 . Ifj I. File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Potentially Significant Impact Less Than Significant With Mitigation IncOrporatIOn No Impact Less Than Significant Impact vibration or groundbome noise levels? c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? o o o l2l d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise 0 0 l2l 0 levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where 0 0 0 ~ 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? 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? o IZI o o There will be e short-term increase in noise levels due to construction on the site. Once the construction is completed, it is enticipated that although the noise factor would increase with the net gain of 8 dwelling units on the site, however this noise will be the type of noise associated with residential neighborhoods and should not significantly adversely impact any of the neighboring properties. As such, the impact shall be less than significant. 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)? o o o l2l b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? o ~ o o c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? o o IZI o The proposed project is consistent with the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan which allows multiple family residential land uses at the project site. The popUlation gain which may result from the proposed project has been addressed in the 1996 General Plan update. The project will nol creele any significant impact upon population or housing. As such, the impact shall be less than significant. PUBLIC SERVICES - Would the project: a) Result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the CEOA Checklist 13 7/02 . I I File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Potentially Significant Impact Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incarporatlon No Impact Less Than Significant Impact provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered govemmental 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? 0 0 ~ 0 Police protection? 0 0 [gJ 0 Schools? 0 0 ~ 0 Parks? 0 0 [gJ 0 Other public facilities? 0 0 ~ 0 The proposed project is consistent with the Mixed Use land use designation ofthe General Plan which allows multiple family residential land uses at the project site. The population gain which may result from the proposed project has been addressed in tha 1996 General Plan update. To address potential pUblic safety impacts, staff recommends that a closed circuit television camera be instal/ed as a security measure within the underground parking garage, and that the parking garage area be adequately lighted. This mitigation measure shall be incorporated as a condition of approval of the related Conditional Use Permit. As such, the impacts shall be less than significant. . 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? o o ~ o 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? o o 181 o The proposed project is consistent with the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan which allows multiple family residential land uses at the project site. The population gain which may result from the proposed project has bean addressed in the 1.996 General Plan update. The project will not create any significant'adverse impact upon recreation services. As such, the impacts shall be less than significant. 15. TRANSPORTATIONrrRAFFIC - Would the project: a) Cause an Increase in traffic which is substantia! 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)? o o 181 o b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service o o 181 CEQA Chec;klist 14 7/02 o . I g) File No,: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 standard established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways? c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an 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? Conflict with adopted policies, plans or programs supporting allemative transportation (e.g., bus tumouts, bicycle racks)? Potentially Significant Impact o o o o o Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation o o o o o Less Than Significant Impact o o o 181 o No Impact ~ 181 181 o 181 The proposed project is consistent with the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan which allows multiple family residential land usas at the project site. The project will not create any significant adverse impact upon transportation or traffic. Also, part of the conditional use permit process will include an analysis of the parking situation and a determination by staff on the adequacy of parking. As such, the impacts if any, are le$s than significant. 16. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project: I d) 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 expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, of are new or expanded o o o o o o o o o o o o 181 l2SJ 181 ~ CEQA Checklist 15 7/02 '. File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 . Less Than Potentially Significant Less Than Significant With Significant No Impact Mitigation Impact Impact Incorporation 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). e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider 0 0 0 ~ which serves or may serve the project determined that it has 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 permitted capacity to 0 0 0 IZI accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? g) Comply with federal, state and local statues and regulations 0 0 0 IZI I related to solid waste? The proposed project is consistent with the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan and the C-2 zone which allows multiple family residential land uses at the project site. The proposed project shall be subject to all applicable wastewater and NPDES requirements. As such, no adverse impacts are antiCipated. 17. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE a) Does the projact have the potential to degrade the quality 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 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 ere considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects)? c) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause 0 0 0 ~ I substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or Indirectly? CEQA Checklist 16 7/02 . I I , File No.: CUP 04-013 & ADR 02-072 Potentially Significant Impact Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation LessThan Significant Impact No Impact The proposed project is consistent with the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan and the C-2 zoning of the property which allows multiple family residenlialland uses at the project site. The conditional use permit shall not result in cumulalive impacts to the surrounding neighborhood or limit the future development of Ihe neighborhood. As such, no adverse impacts are anticipated. CEQA Checklist 17 7/02 , ~L3 File No. Ovt~ 4If - ~ otftofo4- CITY OF ARCADIA 240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE ARCADIA, CA 91007 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM Date Filed: General Information I 1. Homer Yen + Architects Applicant's Name: Address; 805 W. Duarte Rd., Ste, 102, Arcadia, CA 91007 2. Property Address (Location): 57 Alice Street, Arcadia, CA 91006 Assessor's Number: 5779-013-025 3. Name, address and telephone number'of person to be contacted concerning litis project: Homer Yen address same as above Tel. 626-445-8239 4. 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: . Conditional Use Permit, Planning and Building, Public Works, Arcadia STMW, Fire Department S. Zone Classification: C-2 6. General Plan Designation: Mixed-Use Proieet Descrintlon .. 15. 7. Proposed use of site (project description): a-Unit Condo + Commercial 8. Site size: Approx. 18,239 SF 9. Square footage per building: Total = 22,420 SF (residential and commercial) 10. Number ofJloors of construction: 3 Stories 11. AmOWlt of off-street parking provided: 58 total 12. Proposed scheduling of project: Ja...,t..l~ 'ZoO!> 13. Anticipated incremental development: one ~S€. If residential, include the number of Wlits, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices or rents, and type of household sizes expected: No. residential units: 8 Unit size: approx. 1,850 SF each Household' type: Young couples with 2 kids If commercial, indicate the type, i.e. neighborhood, city or regionally oriented, square footage of sales area, and loading facilities, hout'll of operation: . . 16. , Commercial part of Mixed-Use Project shall be: Retail (city oriented) at 1st Floor: 2,152 SF Office Space at 2nd Floor: 2,778 SF Office Space at 3rd Floor: 2,778 SF Street Loading operation for 1 st floor retail space shall be during non-peak hours. Ifindustrial, indicate type, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities: N/A 17. 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 18. If the project involves a variance, conditional use pennit or zOning application, state this and. indicate clearly why the application.is required: The oroposed use falls under 'Citv of Arcadia. C-1 Reaulations. DMsion 2. Sec. 9262.1. Exceotion' which requires the project a cond~ional use perm~. Are the following items applicable to the project or its effects? Discuss below all itemS checked yes (attach additional sheets as necessaty). . a. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. I 28. YES NO Change in existing features of any hills, or substantial alteratin of ground contours. 0 l&J 0 ~ 0 ~ 0 ~ 0 l!I CJ IXJ 0 ~ 0 ~ 0 l!I YES NO 0 ~ E.I.R. 01/14/04 Page 2 Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areaS or publiciands or roads Change in pattern, scale or character of general area of project. Significant amounts of solid waste or litter. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity. Change in ground water quality or quantity, or alteration of existing drainage patlersn. Substantial change in existing noise or vibration leVels in the vicinity. Is site on filled land or on any slopes oflO percent or more. Use or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances, flammable or explosives. Substantial change in demand for municipal seJVices (police, fire, water, sewage, etc.) .. Substantial increase in fossil fuel consumption (electricity, oil, natural gas, etc. 0 l!I 30. Relationship to a larger project or series of projects. 0 IXl 31. Storm water system discharges from areas for materials storage, vehicle or equipment 0 ~ fueling, vehicle or equipment maintenance (including washing), waste handling. hazardous materials handling or storage delivery or loading docks, or other outdoor work areas? 32. A significantly environmentally harmful increase in the flow rate or volume of storm water ~ 0 runoff? 33. A significantly environmentally harmful increase in erosion of the project site or surrounding 0 l!I areas? 34. Storm water discharges that would significantly impair the beneficial uses of receiving waters or areas that provide water quality benefits (e.g. riparian conidors, wetlands, etc.)? o (!I _. 5. Harm to the biological integrity of drainage systems and water bodies? W:nvlronmental Sellin!! o I!I 36. 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, any existing structures on the site, and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of the site. Snapshots or Polaroid photos will be accc;pted. 37. Describe (on a separate sheet) the surrounding properties, including information on plants, animals, any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the type ofland 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 certilY 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. 7-~- ~t? '. d/./-~ t' Signature \ Date ~ E.IR 01/14/04 Page 3 , . ~ ~ ADDENDUM Environmental SetOn!!: 36. The site is reCtangular in shape. It has 128 feet of frontage on Alice Street and 143 feet on 1st Avenue. Per the Los Angeles County Assessor's Records, the site has a total gross area of 18,239 +/- SF. The site is basically level at street grade and drainage appears adequate. All city utilities are available at the site and all off-sites are installed. There is a 12-foot wide, unimproved alley on the west of the site. Access to the.site is currently from Alice Street via a driveway. The subject is currently improved with a 1,738 SF residential building built in 1941. There is also a completely paved playground on the north of the site that is surrounded by a 3-foot high CMU wall topped with a chain-linked fence. The existing landscape features of the site include simple grass and a 26" Elm tree on the south of the site along Alice Street. There are no major cultural, historical, or scenic aspects of the site. (Seeatlached site photos) 37. The site is bounded on the north side by a one-story commercial building, and by 2.5-story multiple family dwellings on the west side and the northwest side. There are no major cultural, historical, or scenic aspects of the site surrounding the site. (See attached site photos) J . , , \ . ~ I"". , ,~1lIo , . tJ. il t.". 'l" II.'/:" ~ ~ ~ .r ~"'::~r ~ - ~ l~' 11 '... ,- .I G ~., , -.- -..-. ,,;.' .,. . 1_<. _ (:!t~~.J, "~~ ..,.. I Street View 1 [ Subject Property ) r . , e , . -t-: )~~~... . r . _ ......: d. -II . ~~-"~ . '..~.f'. ~ ...~1':d" (i Q' ( Front VIew ] t_~~ - ..,:--'. ::'::::-;1 c ... 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