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Home My WebLink AboutResolution No. 74150 0 RESOLUTION N0. 7415 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY AND THE CITY OF AZUSA RELATING TO THE REVISED MASTER PLAN WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that an initial study environmental impact and negative declaration was prepared by the Planning Department of the City of Azusa in connection with the revision of the land development agree- ment between the City of Azusa and Azusa Pacific University and that said initial study and negative declaration have been prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act and the State CEQA Guidelines; WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held on the proposed amendment and the negative declaration before the Planning Commission on December 7, 1983 and before the City Council on January 3, 1984 at which time evidence was heard and considered in connection with the amendment and the negative declaration; WHEREAS, prior to approval of the amendment, the City Council of the City of Azusa considered the negative declaration together with any comments received during the public review process; WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Azusa finds and determines on the basis of the initial study any comments received during the public review process that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Azusa that the negative declaration attached hereto is hereby certified and shall be filed with the County Clerk of the County of Los Angeles. SECTION 1. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 16th day of January � 1984. I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Azusa, at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 16thday of January , 1984, by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: CRUZ, COOK, CAMARENA, LATTA, MOSES NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOP CITY OF AZUSA NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR REVISION OF LAND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF AZUSA AND AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT The subject property is located at 921 East Alosta Avenue and is currently developed with the Azusa Pacific University. The University has many current structures plus certain structures that were included in their master plan for the development agreement with the City of Azusa which was approved by the City on July 18, 1983. It was agreed by both parties as part of that agreement that any time a change in the master plan was suggested that both parties be advised and requires that the master plan and the development agreement be amended. In order to comply with the regulations and restrictions of the agreement, Azusa Pacific University is proposing a change in the master plan that effects future housing structures. Azusa Pacific University proposes to revise this master plan and the development agreement by adding a student housing complex on the east side of Citrus Avenue and to the north of the Science Building. The revision is shown on the "revised master plan for Azusa Pacific University - Exhibit "B", October, 1983 which will be attached to the development agreement as Exhibit "B" and is attached hereto and incorporated herein as though set forth in full. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT An initial study was conducted by the City of Azusa Planning Department to evaluate the potential effect of the project on the environment. The Department concluded that the project would not have a significant effect upon the environment because the request will not change the uses ordinarily permitted in the zone nor will it permit the use of any greater intensity of what is ordinarily permitted in the zone. This is only a request for modification of an existing land development agree- ment between the City of Azusa and Azusa Pacific University. Based upon the findings contained in the initial study, it is determined that the project would not have a significant environmental impact and that no mitigating measures are required because of this finding. The results of the initial study are attached for reference. This negative declaration was prepared by the City of Azusa Planning Department according to the California Environmental Quality Act and the State CEQA Guidelines. Copies may be obtained at the Azusa City Hall, Planning Department, 213 East Foothill Boulevard, Azusa, California. City of Azusa Azusa Pacific Assessment of Environmental ict Initial Study J University - Revision of Land Development A copy of the Initial Study for Public Works projects will be available to the Agreemeht public In the Azusa Public Works Department. A copy of the Initial Study for Planning Department projects will be In the Planning Department and the Public Library. Comments from the public on the projects may be made. In writing, to the respective department directors or at the public hearings for the projects. Project Description: Subject property is located at 921 East Alosta Avenue and, is currently developed with the Azusa Pacific University. The University has many current structures plus certain structures that were included in their Master Plan for the Development Agreement with the City of Azusa. It was agreed by both parties that anytime a change in the Master Plan was suggested that both parties be advised and requires the Master Plan to be amended. In order to comply with the regulations and restrictions of said agreement, Azusa Pacific is proposing a change in the Master Plan that affects future housing structures; therefore, formally requests review and amendment to the original Land Development Agreement. Answer the following questions by placing a check in the appropriate space: YES NO 1. Could the project significantly change X present uses of the project area? 2. Could the project significantly change present uses of land outside the project area? X 3• Could the project deny the peaceful enjoyment of the adjoining properties? X 4. Could the project affect the use of a recreational area or area of important aesthetic value? X 5. Could the project affect the functioning of an established community? x 6. Could the project result in the dis- placement of community residents? x 7. Will the project contribute over 50 school children to the area? X 8. Are any of the natural or man-made features in the project area unique, that is, not found in other parts of the city, county, state, or nation? X 9. Could the project significantly affect an historical or archaelogical site or its setting? X 10. Could the project significantly affect the potential use, extraction, or conservation of a scarce natural resource? X 11. Does the project area serve as a habitat, food source, nesting place, source of water, etc., for rare or endangered wildlife or fish species? ' 12. Could the project significantly affect fish, wildlife, or plant life? (including migration) 13. Are there any rare or endangered plant species in the project area? 14. Will the project entail the removal of any mature trees? If so, how many, what species; and general size? 15. Could the project result in erosion, flooding or siltation either inside or outisde the property? X X X X X 16. Could the project .ve to encourage development of presently undeveloped areas or Intensify development of already developed areas? 17. Will the project raise the level of vehicular traffic in the area? 18. Will the project require a variance from established environmental standards (air, noise, water, etc.)? 19. Could the project breach any published national, state, or local standards relating to solid waste or litter control? ' 20. Will the project require certification, authorization or Issuance of a permit by any local, state, or federal environmental control agency? 21. Is the project out of harmony with City plans or policies? (General Plan, environmental goals and policies). 22. Will the project require Issuance of a variance, conditional use permit or the granting of a change of zone? 23. Will the project involve the application, use, or disposal of hazardous materials? 24. Will the project involve construction of facilities In a flood plain? 25. Will the project involve construction of facilities In an area with natural slopes over 10%7 26. Could any geologic features (slides, faults, etc.) cause adverse conditions to result from this project? 27. Could the construction of/or the completed project result in the generation of slg- nificant amounts of noise or dust? 28. Will the project involve the burning of 'brush, trees, construction materials, etc.? 29. Could the project involve the possibility of contaminating a public water supply system or adversely affect ground water? 30. Could the project result in a detrimental effect on air quality or on ambient noise levels for adjoining areas? 31. .Have alternate 'plans been considered in light of their Impact on the environment? if so, what aspects of the submitted plan are the result of these considerations? �J. NO X X X X X X X X X X R 11 Statement of No Significant Environmental Effects If you have answered yes to one or more of the above questions, but still think the project will have no significant environmental effects. Indicate your reasons below: Initial Study prepared by: William Cunningham Conclusions Place a check in the appropriate box (X ) it has been determined that the project will not have significant environmental effects for the following reason(s): .. - ..- .. - • - of what is ordinarily permitted in this zone. 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