HomeMy WebLinkAbout1. PLN-13-00257 - 12106 Old River School RoadSTAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 5, 2014
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: BRIAN SAEKI, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
WILLIAM E. DAVIS , CITY PLANNER
SUBJECT: PLN-13-00257-A REQUEST TO REVISE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 68042,
WHICH APPROVED THE SUBDIVISION OF THE SUBJECT SITE FOR
CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES, BY INCREASING THE NUMBER OF
CONDOMINIUMS FROM EIGHT TO NINE, ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12106
OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD, ZONED R-2 SUD (TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL,
SECOND UNIT DEVELOPMENT AREA)
LOCATION: 12106 OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD
ZONING : R-2 SUD (TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL , SECOND UNIT DEVELOPMENT AREA)
REPORT SUMMARY
PLN-13-00257 is a request by Richard Strayer to revise Tentative Tract Map No . 68042 , which
the Planning Commission approved on December 6, 2007 , to subdivide the property at 12106 Old
River School Road into eight (8) condominiums . Due to automatic extensions granted by the State
of California, the tentative map is still active. With that , the Applicant is seeking the Planning
Commission's approval to revise Tentative Tract Map 68042 by increasing the number of
condominiums from eight to nine. The number of units proposed meets the City's development
standards for properties in the R-2 (Two-Family Residential) Zone .
In accordance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), staff
prepared a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts for the proposed project.
Based on the analysis contained within this staff report , staff feels that the Planning Commission
can make all of the required findings to approve the project positively . As such , staff recommends
that the Planning Commission adopt the following titled resolution:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING PLN-
13-00257-A REQUEST TO REVISE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 68042,
WHICH APPROVED THE SUBDIVISION OF THE SUBJECT SITE FOR
CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES, BY INCREASING THE NUMBER OF
CONDOMINIUMS FROM EIGHT TO NINE, ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT
12106 OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD, ZONED R-2 SUD (TWO-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL, SECOND UNIT DEVELOPMENT AREA)
PLANNING DIVISION
CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA
BACKGROUND
The subject property is located at 12106 Old River School Road . It comprises 25,848 square feet of
land (0.60 acre) on the east side of Old River School Road , mid-block between Laura Street and
Rundell Street. The rectangular-shaped parcel has 108.47 feet of street frontage along Old River
School Road and it is approximately 238 in depth . The subject property is zoned R-2 (Two-Family
Residential) and has a General Plan Land Use Designation of MDR (Medium Density Residential).
Five (5) dwelling units exist on the westerly half of the site. These units, which vary in size from 633
square feet to 1,118 square feet, were constructed prior to the City 's incorporation in 1956. Two
driveways provide vehicular access to the units . Grass and a mature tree cover the easterly half of
the subject site ; otherwise , this portion of the site is vacant. A variety of land uses exist in the vicinity
of the subject property . Multiple-family dwellings comprise two properties immediately north of the
project site, while single-family dwellings comprise the properties to the south and east. The Los
Amigos Golf Course and Old River School Elementary School exist on the opposite side of Old River
School Road to the west. Properties north and south of the project site are zoned R-2 (Two-Family
Residential), while the properties to the east and west are within the R-1 (Single-Family Residential)
zone.
LOCATION MAP
On December 6, 2007 , the Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map No . 68042 , which
allowed the Applicant, Richard Strayer, to subdivide the subject property into eight (8)
condominiums. The Subdivision Map Act (Subsections 66410-66499.58 of the Government Code
of the State of California) defines "Tentative Map" as follows:
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... "Tentative map" refers to a map made for the purpose of showing the design and
improvement of a proposed subdivision and the existing conditions in and around it and
need not be based upon an accurate or detailed final survey of the property."
Procedurally , after receiving the City's approval of a tentative map and pr ior to the expiration of
such map , the subdivider causes the property to be surveyed and a final map prepared in
accordance with the approved tentative map. Government Code Section 66452.6 provides that an
approved tentative map shall expire 24 months after its approval or by any additional period of
time granted by local ordinance not to exceed twelve months .
Due to the harsh effects of the down economy , Mr. Strayer did not pursue completion of the
project. Under normal circumstances , Tentative Map No . 68042 would have expired December
2009 , or December 2010 if Mr. Strayer requested and received approval of an extension of the
expiration date of the tentative map. However, Tentative Map No . 68042 remains active due to
automatic extensions granted by the State of California : SB 1185 granted automatic one-year
extensions for maps that were valid (approved and not expired) on July 15 , 2008, and set to
expire prior to January 1, 2011 ; AB 333 granted automatic two -year extensions for maps that
were valid (approved and not expired) on July 15 , 2009 , and set to expire prior to January 1,
2012 ; and AB 208 granted automatic two -year extensions for maps that were valid (approved and
not expired) on July 15 , 2011 , and set to exp i re prior to January 1, 2014 . Because of the time
extensions granted by the State , Tentative Map 68042 is not due to expire until December 6 ,
2014 .
(In addition to Tentative Map No. 68042 , the Planning Commission approved Design Review Case
No. 08-18 for the architectural design , colors and materials for the eight units , on March 18, 2009 .)
During the past few years , the economy has improved enough that new home construction is on
the upswing . Presumably , Mr. Strayer took notice of this trend and decided to revive the
condominium project; however, he wants to construct more units than the Planning Commission
approved originally . Therefore , on December 12 , 2013 , Mr. Strayer, submitted a Land Use Permit
Application (hereinafter referred to as PLN-13-00257). He is seeking the Planning Commission 's
approval to revise Tentative Tract Map 68042 by increasing the number of condominiums from
eight to nine .
SITE PHOTOGRAPH
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DISCUSSION
As this report mentioned previously , the subject property is a rectangular-shaped parcel with
108.47 feet of street frontage along Old River School Road and it is approximately 238 in depth .
The subject property is within the R-2 (Two-Family Residential) Zone and has a General Plan
Land Use Designation of MDR (Medium Density Residential). The Los Angeles County Assessor's
Office identifies it in Book Number 6246 , Page 22 , as Parcel 8.
The Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map No .68042 thereby allowing the Applicant
to subdivide the subject property for condominium purposes. It proposed eight units on the
property , comprised of two detached buildings containing two units apiece on each side of a 30'-2 "
wide private driveway/fire lane . The private driveway will extend from Old River School Road
toward the rear of the site . The original plan incorporated private open space in the form of patio
areas and balcony decks , common open space areas at the rear and center of the site , four guest
parking spaces and a fire truck turnaround area at the mid-point of the private driveway.
Tentative Tract Map No.68042-Revised proposes nine units on the same parcel, with five units on
the north side of the private driveway within two detached buildings comprising two units and three
units each, and four units on the south side of the private driveway within two detached buildings
containing two units apiece . In addition to the amenities provided on the original tentative map , the
revised map provides an additional guest parking space.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
In accordance with the provisions the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) staff
prepared an Initial Study and Negative Declaration (attached) to assess the potential
consequences of implementing the proposal. Staff circulated the environmental documents for
public review and comment for twenty-one days pursuant to the review period prescribed in the
City's Guidelines for implementing CEQA. The comment period started on February 11, 2014 ,
and ended March 4 , 2014.
Staff concluded that the proposed the project has no potential significant adverse impacts and
therefore requires no mitigation measures. The reasons to support this conclusion are
documented by the Initial Study .
FINDINGS
Subsection 6647 4 of the Subdivision Map Act stipulates that a legislative body of a city shall make
the following findings to approve a tentative map:
1. That the proposed map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans.
The City of Downey Housing Element has adopted policies to provide adequate sites
and zoning to encourage and facilitate a range of housing to address the regional fair
share allocation (Policy 2. 1) and encourage infill development and recycling of land to
provide adequate residential sites (Policy2.2). Approval of the Tentative Tract Map
68042-Revised will result in an increase to the City's housing inventory threefold;
consequently, approval of Tentative Tract Map 68042-Revised is consistent with the
goals, policies, programs , and land uses of applicable elements of the General Plan .
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2. The design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with
applicable general and specific plans.
Program 1.3.1 .5 of Downey Vision 2025 , the Downey General Plan directs the City to
encourage land uses consistent with the area 's designation as properties recycle . The
subject property is zoned R-2 , Two-Family Residential, which is intended to provide area
for two residential units per lot in the form of two detached houses, duplexes , or
townhouses, and to maintain the residential character similar to that found in single-
family neighborhoods . The proposed project meets this requirement as it seeks to
subdivide the subject property for nine (9) condominiums . Said dwelling units will
embellish the residential character of the area . The proposed development will also be
within the maximum density permitted by the General Plan and the Downey Zoning
Code .
3. That the site is physically suitable for the type and density of development.
The subject site contains approximately 25 ,848 square feet of land , which is sufficient
area to subdivide the site for condominium purposes and comply with the standards for
residential development as required by Section 9312.08 of the Downey Municipal Code
for properties in the R-2 , Two-Family residential zone. The nine (9) condominiums
Tentative Tract Map 68042-Revised proposes , will meet all development standards for
the zone .
4. That the design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health problems.
The design of this project has been carefully laid out to avoid conditions that could result
ins serious public health problems . The Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts
addresses the environmental issues and determined no significant impacts will occur
because of project implementation .
5. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict
with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of
property within the proposed subdivision.
A Southern California Edison easement traverses the rear six feet of the subject
property. Since no structures exist within this area, and none is proposed there, the
project will not conflict with this or any other public easements. The subject property has
access to Old River School Road.
6. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements is not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure
wildlife or their habitat.
The subject site is improved with five (5) dwelling units that exist on the westerly half of the
site. These units , which vary in size from 633 square feet to 1, 118 square feet, were
constructed prior to the City 's incorporation in 1956. Two driveways provide vehicular
access to the units. Grass and a mature tree cover the easterly half of the subject site ;
otherwise, this portion of the site is vacant. There are no known areas within the City that
host wildlife or their habitat, most particularly species identified as a candidate, sensitive ,
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or special status species . As such , it is staff's opinion that the proposed the project will
not impact wildlife resources .
CORRESPONDENCE
As of the date that this report was printed , staff has not received any correspondence regarding
this matter.
CONCLUSION
Based on the analysis contained within this report , subdividing the property will not create
significant adverse impact to the area, if the Applicant adheres to all conditions of approval.
Furthermore , as noted above , staff believes that the Planning Commission can make all
required findings in a positive manner. As such , staff recommends that the Planning
Commission adopt a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and approve Tentative Tract
Map No. 68042-Revised (PLN-13-00257), subject to the recommended conditions of approval.
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RESOLUTION NO. __ _
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING PLN-13-00257-A
REQUEST TO REVISE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 68042, WHICH
APPROVED THE SUBDIVISION OF THE SUBJECT SITE FOR CONDOMINIUM
PURPOSES, BY INCREASING THE NUMBER OF CONDOMINIUMS FROM
EIGHT TO NINE, ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12106 OLD RIVER SCHOOL
ROAD, ZONED R-2 SUD (TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, SECOND UNIT
DEVELOPMENT AREA)
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Downey does hereby find, determine
and declare that:
A. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on December 6, 2007, and
after fully considering all oral and written testimony , facts, and opinions offered at the
aforesaid public hearing, adopted Resolution No . 07-2515 , and thereby approved Tentative
Tract Map 68042 regarding the subdivision of property at 12106 Old River School Road for
eight (8) condominiums .
B. Tentative Map No . 68042 remains active due to automatic extensions granted by the State
of California: SB 1185 granted automatic one-year extensions for maps that were valid
(approved and not expired) on July 15 , 2008 , and set to expire prior to January 1, 2011 ; AB
333 granted automatic two-year extensions for maps that were valid (approved and not
expired) on July 15, 2009 , and set to expire prior to January 1, 2012; and AB 208 granted
automatic two-year extensions for maps that were valid (approved and not expired) on July
15, 2011 , and set to expire prior to January 1, 2014 . Consequently, Tentative Map 68042 is
valid and not set to expire until December 6 , 2014 .
C . The Applicant, Richard Strayer, proposes to revive the condominium project ; however, he
wants to construct more units than Planning Commission approved originally .
D. On December 12 , 2013, Mr. Strayer, submitted a Land Use Permit Application (hereinafte r
referred to as PLN-13-00257), seeking the Planning Commission's approval of his proposal to
revise Tentative Tract Map 68042 by increasing the number of condominiums from eight to
nine.
E. On February 13, 2014 , notice of the pending public hearing was sent to all Downey property
owners within 500 feet of the subject site and the notice was published in the Downey
Patriot.
F. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on March 5, 2014 , and after
fully considering all oral and written testimony, facts, and opinions offered at the aforesaid
public hearing adopted this resolution .
Resolution No . -----
Downey Planning Commission
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds , determines and declares that:
A. An Initial Study and Negative Declaration were prepared for PLN-13-00257, in accordance
with the provisions of the Californ ia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), State CEQA
Guidelines , and the City of Downey's Procedures for Implementing CEQA.
B. City staff made the Initial Study and the proposed Negative Declaration available to the
public for review and comment from February 7, 2014 to March 4 , 2014.
C. The Downey Planning Commission held a public hearing on March 5, 2014 , at which time
evidence was heard on the Initial Study and the proposed Negative Declaration. The
Planning Commission reviewed and considered the environmental documents carefully at
the public hearing , along with comments received during the public review period .
D. In light of the foregoing , the Planning Commission adopted the Negative Declaration
prepared for PLN-13-00257 , along with its findings and conclusions .
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at said
public hearings regarding the Tentative Tract Map , the Planning Commission further finds,
determines and declares that:
1. That the proposed map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans.
The City of Downey Housing Element has adopted policies to provide adequate sites and
zoning to encourage and facilitate a range of housing to address the regional fair share
allocation (Policy 2 . 1) and encourage infill development and recycling of land to provide
adequate residential sites (Policy2.2). Approval of the Tentative Tract Map 68042-Revised
will result in an increase to the City's housing inventory threefold; consequently, approval of
Tentative Tract Map 68042-Revised is consistent with the goals , policies, programs , and
land uses of applicable elements of the General Plan.
2. The design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with applicable
general and specific plans.
Program 1.3.1.5 of Downey Vision 2025, the Downey General Plan directs the City to
encourage land uses consistent with the area 's designation as properties recycle. The
subject property is zoned R-2 , Two-Family Residential , which is intended to provide area for
two residential units per lot in the form of two detached houses , duplexes, or townhouses ,
and to maintain the residential character similar to that found in single-family
neighborhoods. The proposed project meets this requirement as it seeks to subdivide the
subject property for nine (9) condominiums . Said dwelling units will embellish the residential
character of the area . The proposed development will also be within the maximum density
permitted by the General Plan and the Downey Zoning Code.
3. That the site is physically suitable for the type and density of development.
The subject site contains approximately 25 ,848 square feet of land , which is sufficient area
to subdivide the site for condominium purposes and comply with the standards for
residential development as required by Section 9312.08 of the Downey Municipal Code for
properties in the R-2, Two-Family residential zone . The nine (9) condominiums Tentative
Tract Map 68042-Revised proposes , will meet all development standards for the zone.
Tentative Tract Map No . 68042-Revised (PLN-13-00257) 12106 Old River School Road
March 5 , 2014 -Page 2
Resolution No. -----
Downey Planning Commission
4. That the design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health problems.
The design of this project has been carefully laid out to avoid conditions that could result in
serious public health problems . The Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts
addresses the environmental issues and determined no significant impacts will occur
because of project implementation .
5. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property
within the proposed subdivision.
A Southern California Edison easement traverses the rear six feet of the subject property.
Since no structures exist within this area , and none is proposed there, the project will not
conflict with this or any other public easements. The subject property has access to Old
River School Road .
6. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements is not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure
wildlife or their habitat.
The subject site is improved with five (5) dwelling units that exist on the westerly half of the
site . These units, which vary in size from 633 square feet to 1,118 square feet, were
constructed prior to the City's incorporation in 1956 . Two driveways provide vehicular
access to the units. Grass and a mature tree cover the easterly half of the subject site ;
otherwise, this portion of the site is vacant. There are no known areas within the City that
host wildlife or their habitat, most particularly species identified as a candidate, sensitive , or
special status species . As such , the proposed the project will not impact wildlife resources .
SECTION 4. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 through 4 of this Resolution ,
the Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby approves Tentative Tract Map No. 68042-
Revised (PLN-13-00257), subject to conditions of approval attached hereto as Exhibit A, which are
necessary to preserve the health , safety and general welfare of the community and enable the
Planning Commission to make the findings set forth in the previous sections . The conditions are
fair and reasonable for the accomplishment of these purposes .
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution .
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of March 2014 .
Robert Kiefer , Chairman
City Planning Commission
Tentative Tract Map No . 68042-Revised (PLN -13-00257) 12106 Old River School Road
March 5 , 2014 -Page 3
Resolution No . -----
Downey Planning Commission
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Downey at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 5th day of March 2014 ,
by the following vote, to wit:
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS :
Mary Cavanagh, Secretary
City Planning Commission
Tentative Tract Map No . 68042-Revised (PLN-13-00257) 12106 Old River School Road
March 5 , 2014 -Page 4
Resolution No. -----
Downey Planning Commission
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 68042 -REVISED (PLN-13-00257)
EXHIBIT A -CONDITIONS
1) On December 6 , 2007 , the Planning adopted Resolution No. 07-2515 , and thereby
approved Tentative Tract Map 68042 regarding the subdivision of property at 12106 Old
River School Road for eight (8) condominiums. This approval of PLN-13-00257 (Tentative
Tract Map 68042-Revised) allows for the subdivision of the subject site into nine (9)
condominiums . Otherwise , all conditions of approval set forth in Conditional Use Permit No .
94-40 shall remain in force and in full effect. Deviations or exceptions from said approval
shall not be permitted without the approval of the City Planning Commission .
2) The Owner/Applicant agrees , as a condition of approval of this resolution, to indemnify ,
defend and hold harmless , at Applicant's expense , City and C ity's agents, officers and
employees from and against any claim , action or proceeding commenced within the time
period provided in Government Code Section 66499 .37 to attack, review, set aside , void or
annul the approval of this resolution , to challenge the determination made by City under the
California Environmental Quality Act or to challenge the reasonableness , legality or validity
of any condition attached hereto . City shall promptly notify Applicant of any such claim ,
action or proceeding to which City receives notice, and City will cooperate fully with
Applicant in the defense thereof. Applicant shall reimburse the City for any court costs and
attorney's fees that the City may be required to pay as a result of any such claim , action or
proceeding . City may, in its sole discretion , participate in the defense of any such claim ,
action or proceeding , but such participation shall not relieve Applicant of the obligations of
this condition .
3) Approval of this Tentative Tract Map 68042-Revised (PLN -13-00257) shall not be
construed to mean any waiver of applicable and appropriate zoning regulations , or any
Federal, State, County, and City laws and regulations . Unless otherwise expressly
specified, all other requirements of the City of Downey Municipal Code shall apply .
4) Plans to be submitted through Building and Safety and shall comply with 2010 California
Fire Code, 2010 California Building Code, current Downey Municipal Code Ordinances and
any other pertinent requirements to be determined at time of plan submission and review.
Tentative Tract Map No . 68042-Rev ised (PLN -13-00257) 12106 Old River School Road
Marc h 5 , 2014-Page 5
RESOLUTION NO. 07-2515
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 07-68042 FOR EIGHT (8) UNIT CONDOMINIUM
COMPLEX LOCATED AT 12106 OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD ZONED R-2, SUD 23
(TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, SECOND UNIT DEVELOPMENT AREA NO. 23) AND
TO ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby finds , determines
and declares as follows :
A. An application was filed with the City Planning Department by Paul DeTilla
(hereinafter "applicant") to approve Tentative Tract Map No. 07-68042 to develop
a 8-unit condominium complex on a 25,848 square foot parcel on property at
12106 Old River School Road (hereinafter "subject property") and zoned R-2 , SUD
23 (Two-Family Residential , Second Unit Development Area No. 23).
B . The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on December 6 ,
2007 , and after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and
opinions offered at the aforesaid public hearing, adopted Resolution No. 07-
2515, approving Tentative Tract Map No . 07-68042 for the Subject Property.
SECTION 2. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings, the Planning Commission further finds , determines and declares that:
1. The proposed tract map is consistent with applicable General and Specific Plans per
Section 65451 of the Government Code. The development meets the minimum
standards of the Downey Municipal Code.
2. The design of the proposed subdivision is consistent with the applicable general and
specific plans . General Plan Program No . 1.3 .2 . 7 directs the City to "Encourage the
grouping of adjoining small or odd-shaped parcels in order to create more viable
developments". Program 1.4.3 .1 of the Downey General Plan encourages the
establishment of Planned Unit Developments to provide more ownership housing . The
proposed development is also within the maximum density permitted by the General
Plan and Downey Municipal Code.
3 . The subject property is physically suitable for the development. Vision 2025 General
Plan has designated the land use for the properties located west of Stewart and Gray
Road between Old River School Road and Rives Avenue to be designated as MDR
(Medium Density Residential). Thus , the applicant is proposing a development that the
City's General Plan intends.
4 . The subject property is physically suitable for the proposed density of the development.
The R2, SUD zone permits two units for every 5 ,000 square feet. The maximum number
of units permitted on the 25 ,848 square foot property is ten units , while the applicant
proposes to construct eight units.
Resolution No . 07-2515
Downey Planning Commission
5. The design of the proposed map is not likely to cause substantial environmental
damage. The subject property is located in a built out urbanized area and has been
developed in the past and no fish or wildlife presently exist on the subject property.
Included is a copy of the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact showing the no
significant impacts created by the project.
6 . The design of this project has been carefully laid out to avoid conditions that could result
in serious public health problems. The Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts
addresses all environmental issues and no significant impacts were found through the
initial study.
7 . The proposal will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large , for access
through or use of, property within the subject property . The subject properties have
access off Old River School Road .
SECTION 3. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 and 2 of this Resolution ,
the Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby approves Tentative Tract Map No . 07-
68042 subject to conditions of approval attached hereto as Exh ibit A.
SECTION 4. This tentative tract map shall become null and void unless construction
has commenced within two years of this approval and pursued diligently to completion or a one
year extension of time granted by the Downey Planning Commission , pursuant to Section 9127
of the Downey Municipal Code.
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution .
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of December 2007 .
Terry Lambros
Terry Lambros, Chairman
City Planning Commission
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Planning
Commission of the City of Downey at a meeting held on the 6th day of December, 2007 , by the
following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS : Brossmer, McCaughan, Lambros
COMMISSIONERS : None
COMMISSIONERS : Allen , Murray
TTM No . 07-68042
12016 Old River School Road
December 6 , 2007 -Page 2
Theresa Still
Theresa Still , Secretary
City Planning Commission
Resolution No . 07-2515
Downey Planning Commission
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 07-68042
EXHIBIT A-CONDITIONS
PLANNING DIVISION
1) This approval is for Tentative Tract Map No . 07-68042 , as shown on the approved tract
map date stamped August 15 , 2007 . The tract map is to develop a 8-unit condominium
complex on a 25 ,848 square foot parcel on property 12106 Old River School Road ,
currently zoned R-2 , SUD 23 (Two-Family Residential , Second Unit Development Area
No . 23). Deviations or exceptions from tract map and site plan shall not be permitted
without approval by the Downey Planning Commission .
2) The Downey Planning Commission shall retain jurisdiction to amend or add conditions
with public notice to assure compatibility with the purpose and intent of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and to protect the public health, safety and general
welfare .
3) All conditions of Tentative Tract Map No. 07-68042 shall be complied with before this
tentative tract map becomes valid .
4) Prior to issuance of building permits , a final tract map shall be approved by the Planning
Commission and City Council and Tract Map No. 07-68042 shall be recorded.
5) Prior to issuance of permits, the applicant shall obtain approval from the Design Review
Board (ORB) of colors and materials , architecture design , landscaping and irrigation.
6) Prior to final approval of the map , the applicant shall pay required park-in lieu fees for
8 new units as required by the City .
7) A solid masonry wall , not less than 5.5 feet and no more than 7 feet in height above
finished grade shall be constructed and maintained along the east (rear), and north and
south lot lines of the subject property , with the exception of the minimum required 20 -
foot front yard setback . Where there is a grade difference, the height shall be measured
from the higher grade as stipulated by Section 9152.26(b) of the Downey Municipal
Code . Where there is an existing wall of adequate height, the required walls shall be
provided as stipulated by Section 9152 .28(a) of the Downey Municipal Code.
BUILDING DIVISION
8) Separate sewer(s) shall be constructed to each [Lot , Parcel , Bldg] to the standards of
the City Engineering and Building and Safety Divisions or a sewer covenant shall be
recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorder and a copy filed with the City Planning
Division.
9) All electrical and telephone utilities shall be installed underground or at the rear lot lines
to the standards of the City Engineering Division and Building and Safety Division.
1 0) Obtain all necessary plan approvals and permits .
11) All Building Department conditions to be completed prior to "Occupancy of the
Structure ". All comments/conditions related to this action shall be incorporated into the
design documents as a separate sheet and reflects all conditions from each department
having specific requirements as to this action .
TTM No . 07 -68042
12016 Old River School Road
December 6 , 2007 -Page 3
Resolution No . 07-2515
Downey Planning Commission
12) Comply with all technical code requirements at the time of submission to the Building
and Safety Division for Plan Review .
FIRE DEPARTMENT
13) Mains and hydrants shall be in service prior to combustible building material being
allowed on site and locations to be determined by the Fire Department and Water
Department.
14) Hydrant spacing shall not exceed 500 feet for single family , duplex, triplex residential
units .
15) Hydrants located on the opposite side of streets over 80 feet in width shall not be used
to satisfy the requirements for hydrant spacing.
16) Additional public hydrants may be required depending upon required fire flows , street
width, center dividers or other physical barriers , existing or anticipated traffic volume .
17) When it is determined by the Fire Department that a single road might be impaired by
vehicle congestion , terrain or other factors , more than one means of access may be
required .
18) Fire Lane or Fire Access road requirements : (Minimum Width of Private Roads Also
Used for Fire Apparatus Access):
Type of Parking Minimum Road Width
No Parking permitted on road 25
Parking permitted on one side of the road 28
Parking permitted on both sides of the 34
road
19) Vertical Clearance shall be 13 feet , 6 inches unobstructed.
20) Turning radius shall be minimum 40 feet outside , 25 feet inside .
21) Grade not to exceed 10 %.
22) Fire lanes shall be posted in accordance with the CFC and the California Vehicle Code
(C.V.C.), Section 22500 .1 which requires :
• A sign , citing C.V.C. 22500 .1, posted immediately adjacent to, and visible
from , the designated place clearly stating that the place is a fire lane;
• Outlining or painting the place in red and , in contrasting color, marking the place
with the words "FIRE LANE " which are visible from the vehicle , OR by a red curb
or red paint n the edge of the roadway which is clearly marked by the words
"FIRE LANE".
23) The required width of a fire lane shall not be obstructed in any manner, including
stopping or parking of vehicles . Entrances to fire lanes which have been close with
gates or barriers , approved by the Fire Department shall not be obstructed.
TTM No. 07-68042
12016 Old River School Road
December 6 , 2007 -Page 4
Resolution No . 07-2515
Downey Planning Commission
24) Dead ends. Access roads greater than 150 feet in length shall have an approved means
for turning around fire apparatus.
25) "All new building(s) to be constructed for Group R occupancy purposes (CFC Appendix
VI G) shall be protected by an approved Automatic Fire Extinguishing System
throughout, installed in accordance with nationally recognized standards, this
requirement shall also apply when said building(s) has been vacated for one year or
more".
UTILITY DIVISION
26) The owner/applicant shall provide that the standards of improvements , construction
materials , and methods of construction shall be in conformance with the Standard Plans
and Specification for Public Works Construction and as modified by the City of Downey's
Standard Plans and Specifications .
27) The owner/applicant shall install all utilities underground.
28) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install a new (min . 1-inch) dedicated potable water
service line, meter, and meter box for each unit.
29) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install a (min. 1-inch) dedicated water service line ,
meter, and meter box for the landscaping irrigation system .
30) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install backflow device(s) in accordance with the
Department of Public Works and the State and County Department of Health Services
requirements .
31) The owner/applicant shall confirm availability of adequate fire flow and pressure in
accordance with the Department of Public Works and Downey Fire Department
requirements .
32) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install fire hydrant(s) and dedicated fire protection
lateral(s) including backflow devices, fire department connections and other
appurtenances as required by the Department of Public Works and the Downey Fire
Department. Said devices are to be located on private property and be readily
accessible for emergency and inspection purposes .
33) The owner/applicant shall provide and record utility easement(s) for access to , and
inspection and maintenance of, public water lines , meters and appurtenances, and
backflow devices.
34) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install sanitary sewer lateral(s) within the public
right of way in accordance with the requirements of the Department of Public Works .
35) The owner/applicant shall identify the point(s) of connection for the sanitary sewer
lateral(s) and confirm that sufficient capacity exists in the publicly owned facilities in
conformance with the requirements of the Department of Public Works and the County
Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (CSDLAC).
36) The owner/applicant shall connect the sanitary sewer lateral(s) to the existing 18 "
CSDLAC trunk sewer in Old River School Road. Permission to connect to the trunk
TTM No. 07-68042
12016 Old River School Road
December 6 , 2007 -Page 5
Resolution No . 07-2515
Downey Planning Commission
sewer must be obtained from CSDLAC and construction of the connection(s) must be in
accordance with CSDLAC and the Department of Public Works requirements .
37) The owner/applicant is responsible for coordinating with, and payment(s) to the City and
CSDLAC for all sanitary sewer connection and capacity charges .
38) The owner/applicant shall obtain all necessary plan approvals and permits .
39) The owner/applicant shall provide improvement plans in accordance with the
requirements of the Department of Public Works that have been signed by a civil
engineer licensed in the State of California .
ENGINEERING DIVISION
40) The owner/applicant shall install one (1) 16000-lumen high -pressure sodium street light
with full-cutoff fixture optics on existing wood power pole along Old River School Road
frontage .
41) The owner/applicant hereby consents to the annexation of the property into the Downey
City Lighting Maintenance District in accordance with Division 15 of the Streets and
Highways Code , and to incorporation or annexation into a new or existing Benefit
Assessment or Municipal Improvement District in accordance with Division 10 and
Division 12 of the Streets and Highways Code and/or Division 2 of the Government
Code of the State of California .
42) The owner/applicant shall install all utilities underground .
43) The owner/applicant shall submit an engineered grading plan and/or hydraulic
calculations and site drainage plan for the site (prepared and sealed by a registered civil
engineer in the State of California) for approval by the Engineering Division and Building
and Safety Division . Alllot(s) shall not has less than one (1 %) percent gradient on any
asphalt or non-paved surface , or less than one quarter (1/4%) percent gradient on any
concrete surface . Provide the following information on plans : topographic site
information, including elevations, dimensions/location of existing/proposed public
improvements adjacent to project (i.e . street , sidewalk , parkway and driveway widths ,
catch basins , pedestrian ramps); the width and location of all existing and proposed
easements, the dimensions and location of proposed dedications ; (existing and
proposed underground utility connections); the location , depth and dimensions of
potable water, reclaimed water and sanitary sewer lines ; chemical and hazardous
material storage , if any, including containment provisions; and the type of existing use ,
including the gross square footage of the building , and its disposition .
44) The owner/applicant shall construcUinstall curb , gutter, sidewalk, portland cement
concrete driveway approaches , and two (2) street trees (24-inch box with 2-inch
diameter trunk) and pavement along property frontage to the standards of the
Department of Public Works . Broken , uneven , or sub-standard curb , gutter, sidewalk ,
driveway, disabled ramps and pavement, shall be replaced to the satisfaction of the
Public Works . Contact the Public Works Inspection Office at (562) 904-7110 to have
these areas identified just prior to applying for a Public Works Excavation Permit. The
owner/applicant shall obtain all necessary plan approvals and permits and shall provide
that the standards of improvements, construction materials , and methods of construction
shall be in conformance with the Standard Plans and Specification for Public Works
TTM No . 07-68042
12016 Old River School Road
December 6 , 2007 -Page 6
Resolution No. 07-2515
Downey Planning Commission
Construction and as modified by the City of Downey's Standard Plans and
Specifications .
45) All driveway approaches shall be as wide as the driveway or parking aisle they serve .
All unused driveways shall be removed and reconstructed with full-height curb, gutter
and sidewalk .
46) The owner/applicant shall install pavement, which consists of a minimum section of 4 "
thick aggregate base , and a minimum 2-112'' thick asphalt concrete pavement.
47) The owner/applicant shall comply with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) requirements of the Federal Clean Water Act; and Ordinance 1142 of
the Downey Municipal Code (DMC). Furthermore , the owner/applicant shall be required
to Certify and append Public Works standard "Attachment A" to all construction and
grading plans as required by the LACoDPW Stormwater Quality Management Plan
(SQMP).
48) The owner/applicant shall provide that all construction graffiti created as part of this
project in the public right of way to be removed .
49) The owner/applicant shall provide that no easements of any type be granted over any
portion of the subdivision to any agency , utility or organization (private or public), except
to the City of Downey prior to recordation of the tract map . The owner/applicant shall
grant utility easements in the name of the City .
50) The owner/applicant shall submit a recorded mylar copy of the final map , a digital
AutoCAD format file (AutoCAD 2000 or later) and scanned , uncompressed TIFF images
of Tract map 68042 on a CD-ROM media.
51) The legal description provided on the plans does not reflect previous street dedications .
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Downey Planning Commission
Attachment A
Storm Water Pollution Control Requirements for Construction Activities
Minimum Water Quality Protection Requirements for All Development
Construction Projects/Certification Statement
The following is intended as an attachment for construction and grading plans
and represent the minimum standards of good housekeeping which must be
implemented on all construction sites regardless of size.
0 Eroded sediments and other pollutants must be retained on site and may not be
transported from the site via sheetflow, swales , area drains , natural drainage
courses or wind.
0 Stockpiles of earth and other construction related materials must be protected
from being transported from the site by the forces of wind or water.
0 Fuels , oils, solvents and other toxic materials must be stored in accordance with
their listing and are not to contaminate the soil and surface waters. All approved
storage containers are to be protected from the weather. Spills must be cleaned
up immediately and disposed of in a proper manner. Spills may not be washed
into the drainage system.
0 Non-storm water runoff from equipment and vehicle washing and any other
activity shall be contained at the project site .
0 Excess or waste concrete may not be washed into the public way or any other
drainage system . Provisions shall be made to retain concrete wastes on site until
they can be disposed of as solid waste.
0 Trash and construction related solid wastes must be deposited into a covered
receptacle to prevent contamination of rainwater and dispersal by wind.
0 Sediments and other materials may not be tracked from the site by vehicle traffic .
The construction entrance roadways must be stabilized so as to inhibit sediments
from being deposited into the public way. Accidental depositions must be swept
up immediately and may not be washed down by rain or other means.
0 Any slopes with disturbed soils or denuded of vegetation must be stabilized so as
to inhibit erosion by wind and water.
0 Other
As the project owner or authorized agent of the owner, I have read and understand the
requirements listed above, necessary to control storm water pollution from sediments ,
erosion, and construction materials , and I certify that I will comply with these
requirements.
Project Name :---------------------------
Project Address : _________________________ _
Print Name ------------------(Owner or authorized agent of the owner)
Signature ________________ _
(Owner or authorized agent of the owner)
TIM No . 07-68042
12016 O ld Rive r School Road
Decembe r 6 , 2007 -Page 8
Date --------
NOTICE C. 1NTENT TO ADOPT/ NOTICE OF AVJ-..~ABILITY
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR
PLN-13-00257 (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 68042 REVISED)
This serves as the City of Downey's Notice 'of Intention to adopt an Initial Study/ Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impact for PLN-13-00257 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 68042-Revised). The Downey Planning
Division will receive comments on this draft environmental document from February 11 , 2014 to March 4, 2014 .
The Downey Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing to consider the proposed project on
March 5 , 2014, at 6 :30p.m . in the Council Chambers of Downey City Hall , 11111 Brookshire Avenue, City of
Downey , California .
Project Title:
Lead Agency
Name and
Address:
Contact Person
and Phone
Number:
Project
Location:
Project
Sponsor(s)
Name and
Address:
Project
Description
PLN-13-00257 (Tentative Parcel Map No . 68042-Revised)
City of Downey
11111 Brookshire Avenue
Downey , CA 90241
William Davis , City Planner
(562) 904 -7 154
12106 Old River School Road
City of Downey
11111 Brookshire Avenue
Downey , CA 90241
ORIGINAL FILED
FEB 1 1 2014
LOS ANGELES, COUNTY CLERK
A request to revise Tentative Parcei 1 Map No . 68042 , which approved the
subdivision of the subject site for condominium purposes , by increasing
the number of condominiums from eight to nine
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVE THAT the City of Downey proposes to adopt a Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impact for the above -cited project. Such Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact is
based on the findings that the project has no potential significant adverse impacts and therefore requires no
mitigation measures . The reasons to support such a finding are documented by an Initial Study prepared by
the City of Downey . Copies of the Initial Study and the proposed Negative Declaration of Environmental
Impact may be obtained from :
William Davis , City Planner
City of Downey City Hall , Planning Division
11111 Brookshire Avenue
Downey , CA 90241
In accordance with the State Guidelines for implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
any comments concerning the findings of the proposed Initial Study/ Negative Declaration of Environmental
Impact must be received by the City of Downey no later than 5:30p.m ., March 4 , 2014 , in order to be
consi d by the Planning Commiss/1on's de mination on the project. Please send your comments to the
add ess a ve . •
,
_/
February 10, 2014
Date
City of Downey
----------------------FUTURE UNLIMITED1------
INITIAL STUDY FOR
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
I. INTRODUCTION:
1. Project Title:
PLN-13 -00257 (Tentative Tract Map No . 68042 Revised)
2. Lead Agency Name and Address:
City of Downey
Community Development Department, Planning Division
11111 Brookshire Avenue
Downey , CA 90241
3. Contact person and phone number:
William E. Davis , City Planner--(562) 904 -7153
4. Project Location:
121 06 Old River School Road
5. Applicant and Property Owner:
Property Owner: Mr. Richard Strayer
Old River School Road , LLC
800 S. Harbor Blvd . #210 -A
Anaheim, CA 92805
6. General Plan Designation: MDR (Medium Density Residential)
7. Zoning: R-2 SUD (Two-Family Residential , Second Unit Development Area)
8. Description of project:
PLN-13-00257 -A request to revise Tentative Parcel Map No . 68042 , which approved the
subdivision of the subject site for condominium purposes , by increasing the number of
condominiums from eight to nine .
9. Description of project site (as it currently exists):
The subject property comprises 26 ,232 square feet of land (0 .60 acre), on the east side of Old
River School Road , mid-block between Laura Street and Rundell Street. Five (5) dwelling units
exist on the westerly half of the site . These units , which vary in size from 633 square feet to 1,118
square feet , were constructed prior to the City 's incorporation in 1956. Two driveways provide
vehicular access to the un its . Grass and a mature tree cover the easterly half of the subject site ;
otherwise, this portion of the site is vacant.
CEQA INITIAL STUDY -PLN-13-00257 (TENTAT IVE MAP No . 68042 -REVISED) 1.0 • INTRODUCTION
10. Description of surrounding properties:
A variety of land uses exist in the vicinity of the subject property . Multiple-family dwellings
comprise two properties immediately north of the project site , while single-family dwellings
comprise properties to properties to the south and east. The Los Amigos Golf Course and Old
River School Elementary School exist on the opposite side of Old River School Road to the west.
Properties north and south of the project site are zoned R-2 (Two-Family Residential), while the
properties to the east and west are within the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) zone.
11. City Characteristics:
The City of Downey is 12 .8 square mile community that is located in the southeastern part of Los
Angeles County . According to the State of California Department of Finance estimates , on
January 1, 2012, the population of the City of Downey is 112 ,201 persons . The City of Downey is
located about 12 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles and is bounded by the Rio Hondo
River on the west; Telegraph Road on the north ; the San Gabriel River on the east ; and
Gardendale Street and Foster Road on the south. Cities bordering Downey include Pico Rivera
on the north and Santa Fe Springs on the northeast, Norwalk on the east , Bellflower and
Paramount on the south , South Gate on the southwest and west and Commerce on the
northwest.
Regional access to and from the City of Downey is provided by the Santa Ana (1-5) Freeway ;
Glen Anderson Freeway (1 -105) Freeway ; the San Gabriel River Freeway (1-605) Freeways ; and
the Long Beach Freeway (1-710); and MTA Green Line Light Rail passenger train services at the
Lakewood Boulevard station .
12. Other public agencies whose approval is required: (e.g., perm its, financing approval , or
participation agreement.)
None
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II. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST OF POTENTIALLY AFFECTED ISSUES:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project , involving at least
one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as ind icated by the checklist in section Ill.
D Aesthetics D Land Use and Planning
D Agriculture Resources D Mineral Resources
D Air Quality D Noise
D Biological Resources D Population and Housing
D Cultural Resources D Public Services
D Geology and Soils D Recreation
D Hazards & Hazardous Materials D Transportation/Traffic
D Hydrology & Water Quality D Utilities & Service Systems
D Mandatory Findings of Significance
DETERMINATION: (To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation :
D
D
D
D
I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a sign ificant effect on the environment, and a
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepa red .
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,
there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on
an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be
prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required .
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least
one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable lega l
standards , and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as
described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially
significant unless mitigated ". An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required , but it must
analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed .
I find that although the proposed proj ect could have a significant effect on the environment,
there WILL NOT be a significant effect in th is case because all potentially significant effects (a)
have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to appl icable standards , and (b) have
been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR , including revisions or mitigation
measures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
Signature : Date :
City of Downey
William E. Davis , City Planner
City of Downey
Page 3
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Ill. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION
This section analyzes the potential environmental impacts which may result from the proposed project.
For the evaluation of potential impacts, the questions in the Initial Study Checklist are stated and answers
are provided according to the analysis undertaken as part of the Initial Study . They outline the following
issues :
1. Aesthetics 10 . Mineral Resources
2. Agriculture Resources 11 . Noise
3. Air Quality 12 . Population and Housing
4. Biological Resources 13 . Public Services
5. Cultural Resources 14. Recreation
6. Geology and Soils 15 . Transportation and Traffic
7. Hazards and Hazardous Materials 16. Utilities and Service Systems
8. Hydrology and Water Quality 17 . Mandatory Findings of Significance
9 . Land Use and Planning
The analysis considers the project's short-term impacts (construction-related), and its operational or day-
to-day impacts. For each question , there are four possible responses . They include:
1. No Impact. Future development arising from the project's implementation will not have any
measurable environmental impact on the environment and no additional analysis is required .
2. Less Than Significant Impact. The development associated with project implementation will
have the potential to impact the environment; these impacts, however, will be less than the levels
or thresholds that are considered significant and no additional analysis is required .
3 . Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigated. The development will have the potential to
generate impacts which will have a significant effect on the environment; however, mitigation
measures will be effective in reducing the impacts to levels that are less than significant.
4 . Potentially Significant Impact. Future implementation will have impacts that are considered
significant, and additional analysis is required to identify mitigation measures that could reduce
these impacts to less than significant levels.
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1. AESTHETICS. Would the project:
a. Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista?
b. Substantially damage scenic resources , including , but not
limited 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?
Response:
Potentially
Significant
Impact-EIR
Analysis Is
required
D
D
D
D
4.0-EXHIBITS
Potentially
Sign ificant
Unless Less Than
Mitigation Significant No
Incorporated Impact Impact
D D
D D
D D
D ~ D
(a and b): The City of Downey is an urban environment with no scenic vistas or scenic highways .
(c): The project site is located within the R-2 , (Two-Family Residential) zone , as are properties adjacent to its
north and south boundaries . The R-2 zone site is currently vacant automotive dealership. Approval of the project
will facilitate construction of a new nine unit condominium development, which will enhance the streetscape on
Old River School Road by recycling an 82 years old residential property . No impact is expected since the project
will upgrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings.
(d): The project will add new lights to the site ; however, it is not anticipated that the amount of light from the site
would affect views in the area . Nevertheless, the City of Downey Municipal Code Section 9520.06 prohibits the
lights from illuminating other properties or the public right-of-way . Since the Municipal Code provides these
restrictions, no additional mitigation is needed .
2. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES. In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant
environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site
Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Department 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
Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on the maps
prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring
Program of the California Resources Agency , to non-
agricultural use?
b. Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use or a
Williamson act contract?
c. Involve other changes in the existing environment which ,
due to their location or nature , could result in conversion of
Farmland, to non-agricultural use?
Response:
D
D
D
D D
D D
D D
(a through c): The City of Downey is an urbanized area that is mostly built out with only infill development
potential. There are no agricultural lands within the City 's boundaries. Furthermore, the City 's General Plan
(Vision 2025) does not include provisions for agricultural uses in the future. While the City has a variety of zoning
districts, in which agricultural uses are only allowed in the Open Space (0-S) zone . This property does not serve
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as agriculture land or contain Open Space zoning
Potentially
Significant
Impact -EIR
Analysis Is
required
Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
Incorporated
4.0-EXHIBITS
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
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 D D ~ D
quality plan?
b. Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to D D ~ D
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-D D ~ D attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air
quality standard (including releasing emissions which
exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)?
d. Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant D D ~ D
concentrations?
e . Create objectionable odors? D D D [t1
Response:
(a through c): Short term air quality impacts can be anticipated from construction equipment operating on the
site and dust created during grading operations. Nevertheless, these impacts are considered less than significant
due to the short term nature of the construction , construction equipment is already required to comply with the
California Air Resource Board's (CARS) regulations, and all construction activity is subject to the South Coast Air
Quality Management District's (SCAQMD) regulations regarding fugitive dust. Furthermore, the Final
Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) that was prepared for the Downey Vision 2025 Comprehensive General
Plan Update (SCH #2004031159), which was certified on January 25 , 2005 , includes several mitigation
measures intended to reduce air quality impacts from construction . Since these mitigation measures are already
required on the construction , no additional mitigation is required .
The most recent AQMP outlines emission strategies and programs designed to bring the region into attainment
or maintain attainment with federal and state ambient standards of ozone, carbon monoxide, dioxide and
particulate matter. Also, nine dwelling units will not generate long term air quality impacts, since the only source
of air pollution will arise from an increase in vehicle trips from the site. The project will create four (4) additional
units on the subject site, which should create approximately 23 more vehicle trips : an insignificant amount
considering the number of vehicles that travel on Old River School Road daily .
(d): Sensitive receptors include day care centers (adult & child), schools , hospitals, churches, rehabilitation
centers, and long-term care facilities (i .e . assisted living facilities). A review of the area shows that there are
sensitive receptors, including a school (Old River Elementary), a church (Fa-Kwang Temple) and a golf course
(Los Amigos Golf Course) within Y.. mile of the subject site. While short-term construction impacts can occur to
the sensitive receptors, the FEIR for the General Plan Update contains several mitigation measures intended to
reduce these types of air quality impacts. Since these mitigation measures are already required on the
construction, no additional mitigation is required .
(e): The proposed project will not create objectionable odors beyond those normally associated with residential
uses . No mitigation measures are necessary.
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Potentially Potentially
Significant Significant
Impact-EIR Unless Less Than
Analysis Is Mitigation Significant No
reguired lncoreorated lmeact lmeact
4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a . Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through
habitat modifications, on any species identified as a
candidate , sensitive, or special status species in local or 0 0 0 ~
regional plans, policies , or regulations , or by the California
Department of Fish and Game or U.S . Fish and Wildlife
Service?
b. Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or
other sensitive natural community identified in local or 0 0 0 ~ regional plans, policies , and regulations or by the California
Department of Fish and Game or U.S . Fish and Wildlife
Service?
C. Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected
wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act 0 0 0 (including, but not limited to , marsh , vernal pool , coastal ,
etc.) through direct removal , filling , hydrological interruption ,
or other means?
d . Interfere substantially with the movement of any native
resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with 0 0 0 ~
established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors , or
impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites?
e. Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting 0 0 0
biological resources? (i.e . tree preservation ordinance).
f . Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat
Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan , 0 0 0
or other approved local , regional or state habitat
conservation plan?
Response:
(a through f): The City of Downey is an urbanized area that is mostly built out with only infill development
potential. According to the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) that was prepared for the Downey Vision
2025 Comprehensive General Plan Update (SCH #2004031159), which was certified on January 25, 2005, there
are no known species identified as a candidate, sensitive , or special status species; no known wetlands ; and no
known native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or established native resident or migratory wildlife
corridors, or native wildlife nursery sites within the City . Furthermore , the City of Downey does not have any local
policies or ordinances protecting biological resources , nor is there any adopted Habitat Conservation , Natural
Community Conservation , or other approved local , regional or state habitat conservation plans.
5. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a
historical resource as defined in CEQA Guidelines 5064.85?
b. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
an archaeological resource pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
5064 .5?
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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?
Response:
Potentially
S ignificant
Impact -EIR
Analysis Is
required
0
0
4.0-EXHIBITS
Potentially
Significant
Unless Less Than
Mitigation Significant No
Incorporated Impact Impact
0 0 e1
0 0
(a): The structures on 12106 Old River School Road were constructed between 1932 and 1953 , which makes
them older than most structures in Downey. Based on no other factors other than age , the structures may be
considered historical resources ; however, the structures do not have any unique characteristics beyond age that
meet the criteria set forth on CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 for historical structures. Therefore, demolishing
the structures will not create a significant impact on historical resources.
(b through d): The subject area does not contain any known archaeological or paleontological resources or any
known human remains . Nevertheless , should any be discovered on the site , the applicant is required to comply
with the provisions set forth Section 15064.5 of Title 14 , Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations (CEQA
Guidelines).
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 :
1) Rupture of a known earthquake fault , as delineated on
the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning 0 0 0
Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based
on other substantial evidence of a known fault?
2) Strong seismic ground shaking? 0 0 ~ 0
3) Seismic-related ground failure , including liquefaction? 0 0 ~ 0
4) Landslides? 0 0 0 [i3
b. Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? 0 0 0 [i3
C. Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable , or that
would become unstable as a result of the project, and 0 0 0
potentially result in on-or off-site landslide, lateral spreading ,
subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
d. Be located on expansive soil , as defined in the California 0 0 0
Building Code, creating substantial risks to life or property?
e. Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of 0 0 0 septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems
where sewers are not available for the disposal of water?
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(a1 though a3): The City of Downey is not located within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone .
Nevertheless, the City, like much of Southern California , is located in an area that is considered seismically
active. The nearest known fault to the City is the Whittier fault, which is approximately 5 miles from the City 's
boundaries. According to the Southern California Earthquake Data Center, the maximum probable earthquake
that can be generated by the Whittier Fault is a magnitude 7.2 .
This impact is considered to be less than significant since , the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) that
was prepared for the Downey Vision 2025 Comprehensive General Plan Update (SCH #2004031159), which was
certified on January 25, 2005, includes a mitigation measure that requires all construction is required to be
designed and built to the seismic safety standards set forth in the Building Code, which will minimize the risk of
loss , injury , or death due to seismic activity . No additional mitigation measures are required .
(a4): The City of Downey is relatively flat with no landslides being anticipated .
(b): Long term loss of topsoil and/or soil erosion is not expected since the entire site will be improved with the
dwelling units, streets, or landscaping. Moreover, construction activities are required to incorporate Best
Management Practices (BMP's) to prevent soil erosion during construction .
(c and d): Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant is required to submit a soil and geological
report . Said report shall demonstrate how the project will mitigate any soil stability issued, including lateral
spreading, subsidence, liquefaction , and expansive soils .
(e): The City of Downey is an urban area that is served by a sanitary sewer system. New septic tanks are
prohibited within the City.
7. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: Would the project:
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 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?
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f . For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip , would the D D D ~ project result in a safety hazard for people residing or
working in the project area?
g . Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an D D D adopted emergency response plan or emergency
evacuation plan?
h. Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss ,
injury or death involving wild land fires , including where wild D D D
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are intermixed with wild lands?
Response:
(a & b): The project site is not listed as a hazardous materials site and is not expected to create significant
hazard other than those associated with residential uses. Transportation and storage of hazardous materials is
not associated with residential uses typically . Any storage of hazardous materials at the site requires the
applicant/property owner to notify the C ity of Downey Fire Department for evaluation and approval.
(c): Old River Elementary School is located within ~ mile of the project site , on the opposite side of Old River
School Road and immediately northwest of the subject property. Nevertheless , the residential uses proposed by
the project proponent are not expected to emit or involve
(d): The project site is not listed as a hazardous materials site and is not expected to create significant hazard
other than those associated with residential uses. Transportation and storage of hazardous materials is not
associated with residential uses typically . Any storage of hazardous materials at the site requires the
applicant/property owner to notify the City of Downey Fire Department for evaluation and approval.
(e and f): The City of Downey is not located within an airport land use plan nor is it within two miles of an airstrip .
(g): Project implementation will not interfere with an adopted emergency response or evacuation plan .
(h): The City of Downey is within an urbanized area in the southeast portion of Los Angeles County. There are
no wild lands within the vicinity.
8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY. Would the project:
a. Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge D D D
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 D D D local groundwater table level (e .g ., 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 pattern of the site or
area, including through the alteration of the course of stream D D D
or river, in a manner which would result in substantial
erosion or siltation on-or off-site?
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d. Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or
area, including through the alteration of the course of a 0 0 0 ~ 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?
e. Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the 0 0 0 capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems
or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff?
f . Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? 0 0 0
g . Place housing within a 1 00-year flood hazard area as 0 0 0 mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood
Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map?
h. Place within a 1 00-year flood hazard area structures which 0 0 0
would impede or redirect flood flows?
i. Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, 0 0 0 injury or 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
Response:
(a through f): The proposed project, as with all construction within the City of Downey, is required to comply with
the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). This includes retaining storm water from the
impervious areas created by the project and allowing it to recharge into the ground. By retaining the water on
site, there will be no violations to water quality standards, no additional impact to the storm water system, and no
alterations to existing drainage patterns from the site and surrounding area .
(g and h): Pursuant to Flood Zone Map No. 0606450005A, as revised on January 11, 2002, the subject site is in
Zone X, which is a 500-year flood zone . Accordingly, impacts from a 1 00-year flood event are not anticipated.
(i): The subject site, as with most of the City, is located between the San Gabriel River and the Rio Hondo
Channel. According to the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) that was prepared for the Downey Vision
2025 Comprehensive General Plan Update (SCH #2004031159), which was certified on January 25, 2005, both
of these flood control channels have been designed to meet or exceed the discharge capacity for a 100-year
flood. Furthermore, the FEIR notes that there are no concerns with a potential levee break on either channel.
(j): The City of Downey is relatively flat and is not located near a dam, lake, or ocean . As such, impacts from a
seiche, tsunami, or mudflow are not anticipated .
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9. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the project:
a. 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?
C. Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or
natural community conservation plan?
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(a): The subject site is within a fully developed area of the City of Downey comprised of multiple-family and
single-family residential land uses . The construction of the 9 units will not create an impediment to the
surrounding community and will not block access to the surrounding sites . No physical changes to surrounding
properties are necessary for project implementation . As such , no impact is anticipated .
(b): The proposal will not conflict with the goals , policies and programs of the Downey General Plan since it will
help the City achieve the following objectives :
Policy 1.1: The City shall encourage owner-occupied housing developments.
Policy 2.1: Provide adequate sites and zoning to encourage and facilitate a range of housing to address the
regional fair share allocations.
Policy 2.2: Encourage infill development and recycling of land to provide adequate residential sites.
(c): The City of Downey is an urbanized area that is fully developed with only a few sites for infill development
available. No habitat conservation plans or natural community conservation plans have jurisdiction over the area .
10. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a. Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource
that would be of value to the region and the residents of the
state?
b. Result in the loss of availability of a locally important mineral
resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan ,
specific plan or other land use plan?
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(a and b): There are no known mineral resources on the site. Accordingly , approval of the project will not result
in the loss of any mineral resources with local , regional , or State-wide importance.
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11. NOISE. Would the project result in :
a. Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in
excess of standards established in the local general plan or
noise ordinance , or applicable standards of other agencies?
b. Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive ground
borne vibration or ground borne noise levels?
c . A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in
the project vicinity above levels existing without the project?
d. A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing
without the project?
e. For a project located within an airport land use plan or,
where such a plan has not been adopted , within two miles of
a public airport or public use airport , would the project
expose people residing or working in the project area to
excessive noise levels?
f. For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip , would the
project expose people residing or working in the project area
to excessive noise levels?
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(a through d): During the grading and construction phase of the project, increases in noise are anticipated .
These increases are considered less than significant due to the short term nature of the impact. Nevertheless ,
project conditions should limit the hours of construction from 7:00a.m . to 7:00p.m ., Monday through Friday ,
thereby avoiding the noise impacts to surrounding residences on the weekend . Even though , long term noise
impacts are not anticipated from the homes , all noise generated from the site is subject to the restrictions set
forth in Municipal Code Section 4600 et. Seq .
(e and f): The City of Downey is not located within an airport land use plan , within two miles of a public airport or
public use airport, or within the vicinity of a private airstrip .
12. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project:
a. Induce substantial population growth in an area , eithe r
directly (for example , by proposing new homes and
businesses) or indirectly (for example , through extension of
roads or other infrastructure)?
b. Displace substantial numbers of existing housing,
necessitating the construction of replacement housing
elsewhere?
c. Displace substantial numbers of people , necessitating the
construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
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Response:
(a): The project proposes to demolish five dwelling units on the subject site and construct nine new homes and
thereby resulting in a net increase of four units . According to the 2010 Census, the average household size for
the City of Downey is 3.48 persons per unit. The potential population growth that may result by this project
should not exceed 14 people , which is not a substantial growth in a city with a population of over 100,000
persons . As such, any potential impact is considered less than significant.
(b and c): The subject site is currently improved with five dwelling units. Some displacement may occur since
the density and ownership type differ from those that currently exist; however, the displacement is not considered
substantial and will not necessitate the construction of replacement housing elsewhere because the project
proposes to demolish only five dwelling units to accommodate nine new homes. The existing housing supply in
Downey and the region is sufficient to relocate the displaced residents.
13. PUBLIC SERVICES.
a . Would the project 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:
1) Fire protection? 0 0 0 ~
2) Police protection? 0 0 0 ~
3) Schools? 0 0 ~ 0
4) Parks? 0 0 ~ 0
5) Other public facilities? 0 0 0 ~
Response:
(a1): The Downey Fire Department provides fire and paramedic services for the City, while the Downey Police
Department provides police protection for the City. The project proposes nine units , which may result in a slight
increase in calls for police and fire services; however, the existing fire and police departments have sufficient
capacity to accommodate the proposed project and will not require new or altered facilities .
(a2): Police protection in the area is provided by the City of Downey Police Department, who has reviewed
the project. It was the determination that the existing police services have sufficient capacity to
accommodate the proposed project and will not require new or altered facilities .
(a3): An insignificant amount of growth will occur because of the construction of the 9 units, and as such is
not expected to ncrease the demand on the school system significantly. Nevertheless, the developer is
required to pay school impact fees , which the school district has adopted to mitigate any unknown impacts.
No additional mitigation is required .
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(a4 and aS): The project proposes to demolish five dwelling units on the subject site and construct nine new
homes and thereby resulting in a net increase of four units . The project site is located in a fully developed area
of the City of Downey . All other public facilities are in place and have sufficient capacity to accommodate any
minimal growth resulting from the project.
14. RECREATION.
a. Would the project 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?
b. Does the project include recreational facilities or require the
construction or expansion of recreational facilities which
might have an adverse physical effect on the environment?
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(a and b): The project proposes to demolish five dwelling units on the subject site and construct nine new
homes and thereby resulting in a net increase of only four units. Although a regional golf course is directly
across the street from the project site , and neighborhood parks exist within the vicinity , no physical deterioration
of these facilities will occur as a result of this project because the anticipated growth is not substantial. Therefore ,
no mitigation measures are necessary.
15. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC. 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 D D D (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)?
b. Exceed, either individually or cumulatively , a level of service D D D 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 D D D 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 ., D D D sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible
uses (e .g ., farm equipment)?
e. Result in inadequate emergency access? D D D ~
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alternative transportation (e .g ., bus turnouts , bicycle racks)?
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(a and b): The Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) stipulates rates for each dwelling unit of "residential
condominium townhouse " at 5.86 trips on average weekdays , 0.44 trips during the AM peak hour and 0.55 trips
during the PM peak hour. Applying these rates for the nine dwelling units at the project site suggests the project
will generate 53 trips on average per week day , four during the AM peak hour and five during the PM peak
hour.
The current use on the subject site involves five dwellings . Applying the above -mentioned rates suggest that the
current use generates a daily average of 30 vehicle trips , three trips during the AM peak hour and three trips
during the PM peak hour.
The nine units the project proposes will not result in a substantial increase in traffic impacts. The nine units will
generate 53 trips on average per week day , four during the AM peak hour and five during the PM peak hour.
Consequently, the daily net increase in vehicular traffic on average will be 23 vehicle trips weekdays, including
two additional trips in the AM peak hour and two additional trips during the PM peak hour.
(c): The project will not alter existing air traffic patterns or create additional air traffic.
(d): The project design features a single driveway to serve the nine units , rather than two driveways as the site
provides currently. This revised access to the project site will reduce potential hazards from vehicles entering or
exiting Old River School Road, and reduce the encounters with pedestrians . The proposed design of the project
will reduce hazards by separating pedestrian traffic from vehicular traffic, providing adequate driveway widths ,
and placing buildings and plants to avoid obscuring views of oncoming pedestrians and vehicles .
(e): Emergency access to the site will be provided via Old River School Road . The Downey Fire Department
has reviewed the access points and on site circulation and has determined that access to the site will be
adequate for emergency vehicles .
(f): Parking requirements for multi-family dwelling units is two spaces for each unit and ~ space per unit for
guest parking . The nine units require 23 parking spaces, which is the amount of off-street parking the project
proposes .
(g): The design of the proposed project included all required dedication along the Old River School Road right-
of-way; therefore, the project is not expected to impact adopted policies , plans , or programs supporting
alternative transportation .
16. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project:
a. Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable
Regional Water Quality Control Board?
b. Require or result in the construction of new water or
wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing
facilities, the construction of which could cause significant
environmental effects?
c . Require or result in the construction of new stormwater
drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities , the
construction of which could cause significant environmental
effects?
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d. Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project
from existing entitlements and resources , or are new or
expanded entitlements needed?
e. Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment
provider which serves or may serve the project 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
accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs?
g . Comply with federal , state, and local statutes and
regulations related to solid waste?
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(a and g): The proposed project is within a fully developed urban community. All water, sewer, storm water, and
solid waste services are provided directly or through contracts by the City of Downey. The existing systems are in
place and have sufficient capacity to accommodate the proposed 46 unit development.
17. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of
the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or
wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop
below self-sustaining levels , threaten to eliminate a plant or 0 0 0
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 cumulatively considerable? "Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project are 0 0 0
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 0 0 cause substantial adverse effects on human beings , either
directly or indirectly?
Response:
(a): The City of Downey is an urbanized area that is mostly built out with only infill development potential.
According to the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) that was prepared for the Downey Vision 2025
Comprehensive General Plan Update (SCH #2004031159), which was certified on January 25 , 2005 , there are
no known species identified as a candidate , sensitive, or special status species. Additionally , there are no known
wetlands, as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, within the City. As such , the proposed project will
not degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species , cause a
fish or wildlife population to drop below self-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.
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(b and c): Based on the analysis contained within this initial study, the proposed project is not anticipated to
create a significant impact. When considered with past, current, and other proposed projects in the City, it is
unlikely that the project will contribute towards any cumulative impact. Therefore , the project will not cause a
substantial adverse effects on human beings , either directly or indirectly
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