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Home My WebLink AboutResolution No. 99-C0720 0 RESOLUTION NO. 99-C72 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN P3-99-3 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) SPECULATIVE INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS AT 1301 WEST FOOTHILL BOULEVARD WHEREAS, an application was received from RRK Properties c/o Kevin Coleman with respect to the requested Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-3 to construct four (4) speculative concrete tilt -up industrial buildings on four (4) individual lots at 1301 West Foothill Boulevard, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered this request in a duly noticed public hearing on May 26, 1999 and has carefully considered all pertinent evidence and testimony, and WHEREAS, the City Council has held a duly noticed public hearing on June 7, 1999, and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Azusa carefully considered all the pertinent evidence and testimony regarding Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-3; THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: The City Council of the City of Azusa determines and declares the following Findings of Fact: A. The proposed project would not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of the properties in the vicinity and will not adversely affect the public peace, health, safety or general welfare in that the proposal is in conformance with the General Plan and is considered a permitted use in the district in which it is located. All surrounding uses are industrial and partake in similar daily functions. Since the proposal is speculative in nature, each use to occupy the proposed buildings will be required to obtain, at a minimum, separate City approval through Planning Division review and Building Division Certificate of Occupancy issuance. Furthermore, the project will be developed in accordance with all of the applicable provisions of the Zoning Code. All City divisions and departments have indicated the ability to support the development and have issued standard conditions of approval. SECTION 2. Pursuant to the City of Azusa CEQA implementing procedures and the State of California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, a Negative Declaration has been prepared, noticed, and reviewed, finding that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment. The City Council hereby certifies said Negative Declaration. SECTION 3. The City Council hereby approves Precise Plan ofDesign No. P3-99-3 based on the aforementioned findings and conditions of approval listed as Attachment 3. SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this resolution and shall cause the same to be published in compliance with Chapter 88, Article 1II, Division 13 of the Azusa Municipal Code. The Precise Plan of Design shall become effective and a building permit maybe issued only after these findings and conditions have been accepted in writing by the owner of the described property. Page 1 of 2 0 CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO, 99—C72 P3-99-3 0 �s 7th dayof June , 1999. I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. C 7 2 was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Azusa at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 7th day of June 1999, by the following vote of Council: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, STANFORD, ROCHA, BEEBE, MADRID NONE NONE APPROVED AS TO FORM 4wga- ug&� City Attorney Page 2 of 2 nCITY OF 4 y,, O 1A c0 'W• OCITY OFV • ATTACHMENT 2 NEGATIVE DECLARATION Name, if any, and a brief description of project: General Plan Amendment No. GPA -99-4, Zone Change No. Z-99-2, Tentative Parcel Map No. 22530, & Major Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-03 A proposal for a General Plan Amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial) and zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing) for 4 parcels, subdivision of 1 parcel into 4 parcels, and construction of 4 speculative industrial buildings. 2. Location: 1301 W. Foothill Boulevard, Azusa, Los Angeles County, CA 3. Entity or person undertaking project: Architects Orange c/o Kevin Coleman 144 N. Orange Street Orange, CA 92866 The Planning Commission, having reviewed the Initial Study of this proposed project and having reviewed the written comments received prior to the public meeting of the Planning Commission, including the recommendation of the City's Staff, does hereby find and declare that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. A brief statement of the reasons supporting the Planning Commission's findings are as follows: The project would not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity and would not adversely affect the public peace, health, safety or general welfare in that the proposal is in conformance with the General Plan and is considered a permitted use in the district in which it is located. Furthermore, the project will be developed in accordance with all of the applicable provisions of the Zoning Code. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Negative Declaration reflects its independent judgment. A copy of the Initial Study may be obtained at: City of Azusa, Community Development Department 213 E. Foothill Blvd. Azusa, CA 91702 (626)812-5247 The location and custodian of the documents and any other material which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the City based its decision to adopt this Negative Declaration are as follows: City of Azusa, Community Development Department 213 E. Foothill Blvd. Azusa, CA 91702 Project Planner: Gustavo J. Romo (626)812-5200 x5463 Staff: GdftvWRomo, Associate Planner Date Received for Filing ATTACHMENT 2 CITY/ 1997/139898 FORM "E" r AZUSA-�-"L' CRY OF Q C� tV� > Ocrry OF 7L",* AZl1SA,�Jr ORIGINAL NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MAY 11 NEGATIVE DECLARATION LOS ANGELES, GOW Y Notice is hereby given that The City of Azusa has completed an Initial Study of the project indicated below in accordance with the City's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act: This Initial Study was undertaken for the purpose of deciding whether the project may have a significant effect on the environment. On the basis of such Initial Study, the City's Staff has concluded that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment, and has, therefore, prepared a Negative Declaration. The Initial Study reflects the independent judgment of the City. The Project site is not on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code section 65962.5. Copies of the Initial Study and proposed Negative Declaration are on file at West Wing of City Hall, 213 E. Foothill Blvd., Azusa, CA 91702 and are available for public review. Comments will be received until May 25, 1999. The project is scheduled to appear before the Planning Commission on May 26, 1999 at 7:30nm. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council who will take action at a later date to adopt the Negative Declaration and approve or deny the project. Any person wishing to comment on this matter must submit such comments, in writing, to the City prior to May 25, 1999. Comments of all Responsible Agencies are also requested. If the Planning Commission accepts the Negative Declaration and recommends that the City Council adopt it, the City Council may proceed to consider the project without the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report. Date Received for Filing: Stafr (Clerk Stamp Here) Gustavo J. Romo, Associate Planner P:\GusRomo\PCProjects\Z-99-2\NOl—Z992.wpd "My OS 161 SCITY OF� C .2 Vf 0 CRY OF� PAZUSA-0s ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM 1. Project Title: General Plan Amendment No. GPA -994, Zone Change No. Z-99- 2, Tentative Parcel Map No. 22530, & Major Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-3 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: 3. Contact Person and Phone Number: 4. Project Location: 5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: 6. General Plan Designation: 7. Zoning: City of Azusa 213 E. Foothill Blvd. Azusa, CA 91702 Gustavo J. Romo, Associate Planner (626)812-5200 x5463 1301 West Foothill Boulevard Azusa, CA 91702 (L.A. County) Architects Orange c/o Kevin Coleman 144 N. Orange Street Orange, CA 92866 Heavy Industrial M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) (Refer to attached Exhibit 1) 8. Description of Project: (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases of the project, and any secondary, support, or off-site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary.) A proposal for a General Plan Amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial), zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing) for 4 parcels, subdivision of 1 parcel into 4 parcels, and construction of 4 speculative industrial buildings. 9. Surrounding Land Uses/Setting: (Briefly describe project's surroundings; Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary.) The surrounding land uses are industrial. The Cal Mat rock quarry is located directly north of the site within the M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) District. Industrial office buildings are located to the east and west. Costco wholesale warehouse is located across Foothill Boulevard to the south along with a vacant building previously occupied by a restaurant. These uses are located within the M-2 District. 10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation agreement): N/A CrrY/1997/139904 Page 1 of 10 FORM "J" L] EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS: 0 1) A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact' answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a Lead Agency cites following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project -specific factors as well as general standards (e.g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project -specific screening analysis). 2) All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project -level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. 3) "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is significant. If there are one or more 'Potentially Significant Impact' entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required. 4) "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from 'Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant Impact." The Lead Agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, "Earlier Analyses," may be cross-referenced). 5) Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section XVII at the end of the checklist. 6) Lead Agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references information sources for potential impacts (e.g. general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated. A source list should be attached. Other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): No other agencies have jurisdiction or will be affected. c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicinity? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses are industrial. d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? SOURCE(S): No such uses in surroundings. ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community (including a low-income or minority community)? SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses El El El are industrial. II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal: a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population projections? SOURCE(S): Non-residential development ❑ ❑ ❑ CrrYh1997n39904 FORM "J" Page 3 of 10 Potentially Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan and Zoning Code b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): No other agencies have jurisdiction or will be affected. c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicinity? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses are industrial. d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? SOURCE(S): No such uses in surroundings. ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community (including a low-income or minority community)? SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses El El El are industrial. II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal: a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population projections? SOURCE(S): Non-residential development ❑ ❑ ❑ CrrYh1997n39904 FORM "J" Page 3 of 10 III. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan Safety ❑ ❑ ❑ Element; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Seismic ground shaking? SOURCE(S): Azusa General ❑ ❑ ❑ Plan Safety Element; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): State of California Seismic Hazard Zones Map (Liquefaction Study); Refer to Environmental Evaluation. d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? SOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ General Plan. e) Landslides or mudflows? SOURCE(S): Azusa General ❑ ❑ ❑ Plan; State of California Seismic Hazards Zone Map. Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil ❑ ❑ ❑ conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan; City Engineer. g) Subsidence of the land? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan; ❑ ❑ ❑ State of California Seismic Hazards Zone Map; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. h) Expansive soils? SOURCE(S): Soils Report (to be ❑ ❑ ❑ determined during Building plan check process); Refer to Environmental Evaluation. i) Unique geologic or physical features? SOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ General Plan. IV. WATER. Would the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the ❑ ❑ ❑ rate and amount of surface runoff? SOURCE(S): Undeveloped land; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. CITY119971139904 FORM °7° Page 4 of 10 Potentially Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? SOURCE(S): All City departments have indicated sufficient infrastructure El El to support development and issued standard conditions. c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable housing? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Non-residential development III. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan Safety ❑ ❑ ❑ Element; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Seismic ground shaking? SOURCE(S): Azusa General ❑ ❑ ❑ Plan Safety Element; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): State of California Seismic Hazard Zones Map (Liquefaction Study); Refer to Environmental Evaluation. d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? SOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ General Plan. e) Landslides or mudflows? SOURCE(S): Azusa General ❑ ❑ ❑ Plan; State of California Seismic Hazards Zone Map. Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil ❑ ❑ ❑ conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan; City Engineer. g) Subsidence of the land? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan; ❑ ❑ ❑ State of California Seismic Hazards Zone Map; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. h) Expansive soils? SOURCE(S): Soils Report (to be ❑ ❑ ❑ determined during Building plan check process); Refer to Environmental Evaluation. i) Unique geologic or physical features? SOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ General Plan. IV. WATER. Would the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the ❑ ❑ ❑ rate and amount of surface runoff? SOURCE(S): Undeveloped land; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. CITY119971139904 FORM °7° Page 4 of 10 c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? SOURCE(S): Industrial ❑ development; speculative buildings; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water ❑ body? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water ❑ movements? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. f) Change in the quality of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. h) Impacts to groundwater quality? SOURCE(S): Industrial development to be paved. i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ■ Potentially ❑ Issues and Supporting Information Sources: ❑ Significant ■ Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact b) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards ❑ ❑ ❑ such as flooding? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan; State ■ of California Flood Zone Map. c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? SOURCE(S): Industrial ❑ development; speculative buildings; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water ❑ body? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water ❑ movements? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. f) Change in the quality of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. h) Impacts to groundwater quality? SOURCE(S): Industrial development to be paved. i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ V. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ SCAQMD (speculative development); Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ Surrounding industrial land uses. c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or cause any change in climate? sOURCfl(S): N/A; Industrial ❑ ❑ El building development. d) Create objectionable odors? SOURCE(S): Industrial ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ development; speculative buildings; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: C=119971139904 Page 5 of 10 FORM 71 VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: CTTY/1997/139904 Page 6 of 10 R u Potentially Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ Azusa General Plan Circulation Element; City Engineer; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g. sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g. farm equipment)? SOURCE(S): City Engineer has ❑ ❑ ❑ reviewed and issued standard conditions. c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): City Engineer has reviewed and issued standard conditions. d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Azusa Zoning Code; meets parking requirements. e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): N/A; sidewalks provided; no existing bicycle lanes. f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative transportation (e.g. bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? ❑ El SOURCE(S): N/A; industrial sector and City truck route per Azusa General Plan. g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ N/A. VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their habitats (including but not limited to plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds)? SOURCE(S): N/A; previously ❑ El ❑ graded land. b) Locally designated species (e.g. heritage trees)? ❑ ❑ ❑ Soulzu(S): NIA; vacant land. c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g. oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? SOURCE(S): N/A; adjacent to ❑ ❑ E]industrial development. d) Wetland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and vernal pool)? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. e) Wildlife dispersal or mitigation corridors? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ Azusa General Plan. VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: CTTY/1997/139904 Page 6 of 10 R u b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial ❑ ❑ El proposed; to be further reviewed when future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? SOURCE(S): Vacant land ❑ ❑ Elpreviously graded. IX. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? SOURCE(S): Speculative El El El development proposed; to be further reviewed when future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? SOURCE(s): N/A; Azusa 1-1 El E]General Plan. c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial development ❑ ❑ El to be further reviewed when future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ❑ ❑ e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or trees? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ❑ ❑ X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? sOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ General Plan Noise Element; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ Azusa General Plan Noise Element; surrounding industrial uses; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: CrrY/1997/139904 Page 7 of 10 FORM "J" Potentially Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Azusa Light & Water Department has issued standard conditions. b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial ❑ ❑ El proposed; to be further reviewed when future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? SOURCE(S): Vacant land ❑ ❑ Elpreviously graded. IX. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? SOURCE(S): Speculative El El El development proposed; to be further reviewed when future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? SOURCE(s): N/A; Azusa 1-1 El E]General Plan. c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial development ❑ ❑ El to be further reviewed when future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ❑ ❑ e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or trees? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ❑ ❑ X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? sOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ General Plan Noise Element; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ Azusa General Plan Noise Element; surrounding industrial uses; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: CrrY/1997/139904 Page 7 of 10 FORM "J" 0 e) Other governmental services? SOURCE(S): N/A. ❑ ❑ ❑ 0 XII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? SOURCE(S): Azusa Light & ❑ ❑ ❑ Water Department has issued standard conditions. b) Communications systems? SoURCE(S): N/A; proposal ❑ ❑ ❑ is for speculative industrial development. c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial El 11 El development proposed; to be further reviewed when future use is proposed. d) Sewer or septic tanks? SOURCE(S): City Engineer has ❑ ❑ ❑ reviewed project; to be connected to City sewer system. e) Storm water drainage? SOURCE(S): City Engineer has ❑ ❑ ❑ issued standard conditions. f) Solid waste disposal? SOURCE(S): Trash enclosures to ❑ ❑ ❑ be provided per City standards. g) Local or regional water supplies? SOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ Light & Water Department has issued standard conditions. XIII. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ Azusa General Plan. b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Design will be articulated with various architectural elements compatible with surroundings. C=11997/139904 FORM "J" Page 8 of 10 Potentially Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact a) Fire protection? SOURCE(S): L.A. County Fire ❑ ❑ ❑ Department; to meet all requirements during Plan Check process. b) Police protection ? SOURCE(S): Azusa Police ❑ ❑ ❑ Department has issued standard conditions. c) Schools? SOURCE(S): No schools within immediate area; ❑ ❑ ❑ all surrounding land uses are industrial. d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(s): Azusa Public Works Department has issued standard conditions. e) Other governmental services? SOURCE(S): N/A. ❑ ❑ ❑ 0 XII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? SOURCE(S): Azusa Light & ❑ ❑ ❑ Water Department has issued standard conditions. b) Communications systems? SoURCE(S): N/A; proposal ❑ ❑ ❑ is for speculative industrial development. c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial El 11 El development proposed; to be further reviewed when future use is proposed. d) Sewer or septic tanks? SOURCE(S): City Engineer has ❑ ❑ ❑ reviewed project; to be connected to City sewer system. e) Storm water drainage? SOURCE(S): City Engineer has ❑ ❑ ❑ issued standard conditions. f) Solid waste disposal? SOURCE(S): Trash enclosures to ❑ ❑ ❑ be provided per City standards. g) Local or regional water supplies? SOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ Light & Water Department has issued standard conditions. XIII. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ Azusa General Plan. b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Design will be articulated with various architectural elements compatible with surroundings. C=11997/139904 FORM "J" Page 8 of 10 0 0 Potentially Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Impact Incorporated Impact c) Create light or glare? SOURCE(s): Standard conditions ❑ ❑ ❑ will be included to prevent glare and provide sufficient lighting. XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Disturb paleontological resources? Soulta(s): ❑ ❑ ❑ Potential during grading; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. b) Disturb archaeological resources? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ Potential during grading; Refer to Environmental Evaluation. c) Affect historical resources? soulza(s): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑ General Plan Historic Preservation Element. d) Have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ❑ El El N/A; Azusa General Plan. e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? SOURCE(S): N/A; industrial ❑ ❑ ❑ . development. XV. RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(s): Non-residential development. b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ❑ ❑ ❑ SOURCE(S): Not adjacent to recreational facilities. XVI. EARLIER ANALYSES. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration. (Section 15063(c)(3)(D).) In this case a discussion should identify the following: a) Earlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses and state where they are available for review. N/A b) Impacts adequately addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. N/A C) Mitigation measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated," describe, on attached sheets, the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project. N/A CrrY/I997/139904 FORM "J" Page 9 of 10 0 0 Potentially Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant impact Incorporated Impact XVII. 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 animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major proceeds of California history or prehistory? No Impact CITY/.1997/139904 Page 10 of 10 FORM "J" ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ b) Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? El El C) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ d) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ CITY/.1997/139904 Page 10 of 10 FORM "J" a nCITY OF 4 Vj 0= 0 OCrrY OFu AZUSAk ,i ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS EXPLANATIONS AND MITIGATION AND DISCUSSION I. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (GPA -994, Z-99-2, TPM - 22530, P3-99-3) LAND USE & PLANNING a) Conflict witheF neral plan designation or zoning - The site is proposed to be re- zoned from a heavy manufacturing zone (M-2) to a light manufacturing zone (M-1) to allow for a subdivision with smaller lot sizes. A General Plan Amendment is also being processed to change the General Plan land use designation from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial). The proposed LI land use designation and M -I zone allow for less intense uses, thereby, reducing potential impacts associated with the existing HI and M-2 designations. Ill. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS a) Fault rupture - The site is located within the Hazard Management Zone boundary of the Lower Duarte Fault as identified in the City's General Plan Seismic Safety Element. This places the site within 500 feet of the Lower Duarte Fault; refer to mitigation measures. As a condition of approval, the applicant will be required to make all potential buyers and/or building occupants aware of proximity to the fault. In addition, a site plan indicating the exact location of the Lower Duarte Fault in relation to the proposed building shall be submitted to the Building Division. The plans must show that the building is a minimum of 50 feet away from the fault. b & c) Seismic ground shaking/Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction - The ground shaking potential is considered moderate based on the distance to the actual fault. The site is located in an area of high liquefaction as identified by the State of California Seismic Hazards Zones Map (September 1998). The proposed construction will be built according to earthquake safety standards for projects within an area susceptible to liquefaction. A liquefaction report will be required as part of the building plan check submittal. g) Subsidence of the land - Due to the liquefaction susceptibility, the potential exists for ground subsidence. The building foundation will be constructed to withstand minor subsidence. This will be required to be addressed during building plan check. h) Expansive soils - It is unknown whether or not the site consists of expansive soils. This, however, will be addressed in the soils report which must be submitted with building plan check as a standard submittal. a) Changes in absorotion rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff - Due to the change from dirt to pavement and new construction, surface water runoff will increase. However, the street has existing curbs and gutters to handle additional runoff. 0 0 C) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality - Due to the industrial nature of the project, the potential exists for pollutants to be discharged into surface water. However, the proposal is currently speculative. Proposed future uses of the industrial building will require further review before building occupancy can be established. At such time, an industrial waste water permit may be required from the County and the City may require catch basins on the site. k�4113 iA� a) Violation of any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation - Since the use to occupy the proposed building is speculative, future uses may require extensive SCAQMD review and approval. Air quality issues, however, will only be a factor when a use is proposed and will mitigated at such time. d) Creation of objectionable odors - Since the use to occupy the proposed building is speculative, it is likely that some future uses may emit offensive odors. Odor issues, however, will only be a factor when a use is proposed and will be mitigated at such time. VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion - Although the number of vehicle trips may increase slightly due to the proposed development, Foothill Boulevard has the capacity to handle the additional vehicles as identified by the City's General Plan as well as the City Engineer. Furthermore, the project does not include distribution facilities which require several truck trips. As such, traffic congestion and vehicle trips will be insignificant. irw:vw_1ti.�y a & c) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances/The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard - Since the use to occupy the proposed building is speculative, the potential exists for uses which may employ hazardous substances or cause health hazards. Such hazards, however, will only be a factor when a use is proposed and will be mitigated at such time. X. NOISE a & b) Increases in existing noise levels/Exposure of people to sever noise levels - Due to the nature of industrial development, the potential exists for additional noise and noise hazards. However, any use which exceeds the maximum permitted noise levels will be required to be insulated or not allowed on the site. In addition, labor laws require employers to protect their workers from severe noise exposure. II. MITIGATION MEASURES Describe mitigation measures included in the project, if any are needed, to avoid potentially significant effects: None required. :. A..: 4 7L ...... . L ir.Vo FAT . ......... .1 . ..... ........ .. ...... .... ..tq 0 *ATTACHMENT REVISED AT 5/26/99 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AS NOTED Exhibit "A" Case No: General Plan Amendment No.GPA-99-4, Zone Change No. Z-99-2, Ter Parcel Map No. 25530, & Major Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-3. Address: 1301 W. Foothill Blvd. A.P.N.: 8605-016-421 Project: A proposal for a General Plan amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial), zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing), subdivision of one parcel into 4 parcels, and construction of 4 speculative industrial buildings. THESE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL SHALL BE iPRINTED;ON OR ATTACHED TO WORKING DRAWINGS.SUBMITTED TO THE BUILDING DIVISION FOR APPROVAL. A. All requirements of the Engineering Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Construct or reconstruct driveway aprons as needed to accommodate traffic. 2. An on-site drainage plan shall be prepared and submitted to the City Engineer for approval at the time of building plan check submittal for work in excess of 50 cubic yards. 3. A City Construction Permit shall be obtained for all work undertaken in the public right-of-way. All work shall be done in accordance with City of Azusa Standards and Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book), latest edition and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer or his designee and shall be completed before issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. 4. The contractor shall take every step necessary to contain all dirt, construction materials, and construction run-off on site. No grading or construction -related debris, either directly or indirectly carried by water, will be permitted to leave the construction site. B. All requirements of the Planning Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. The approval hereby granted is conditional upon the privileges being utilized within six (6) months after the effective date thereof and if they are not utilized or construction work is not begun within said time and carried on diligently in accordance with conditions imposed, this approval shall become void and any permission or privilege granted hereby shall be deemed to have elapsed. 2. All future uses shall comply with Section 88-1140 of the Azusa Municipal Code. 3. All applicable Building Department and Fire Department requirements shall be met. 4. Prior to submitting for Building Department plan check, applicant shall submit a revised plot plan subject to the review and approval by the Community Development Director. The revised plan shall show compliance with the following: a. Sidewalks are required; site plan shall indicate sidewalk improvements with a minimum 4 -foot -wide landscaped parkway; a detail of the sidewalk shall be submitted with the revised plans. b. Revised elevations and materials board shall be submitted; elevations shall include recessed windows, varied colors and tones, and textured finish on the building elevations to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. 5. Parking equivalent to one space per 500 sq.ft. of floor area shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Chapter 88, Article VII, of the Azusa Municipal Code provided that the office space does not exceed 25% of the total floor area. 6. One loading space per site shall be provided and maintained in size of not less than 10' in width, 22' in length, and 14' in height. Page 1 of 4 Exhibit "A" ATTACHMENT 3 REVISED AT 5/26/99 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AS NOTED GPA -99-4; Z-99-2; TPM -25530; P3-99-3 7. Parking of vehicles on areas other than paved surfaces or in garages is prohibited. 8. Parking shall be striped and shall have adequate guards for protection of other vehicles on same lot. A minimum two -foot wide 6" continuous concrete curb or wheel stops shall be placed in front of any parking space abutting a building or property line. Wheel stops, however, shall only be allowed as an option in parking areas screened from public view. 9. Landscaping shall be adequately maintained at all times including, but not limited to, irrigation, weeding, and/or replacement when necessary. 10. Three sets of landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval of location and percentage of coverage. Said plans shall be 24" by 36" and in compliance with City of Azusa landscape design standards. Plans will be routed by the Planning Division to the Public Works Department for approval of plant material and irrigation. A minimum of one on-site tree per five parking spaces shall be provided (sizes to be determined by the Parks Division of the Public Works Department). 11. The premises shall be maintained in a clean and acceptable condition at all times. All buildings and walls shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Any offensive markings shall be removed immediately. Any graffiti shall be painted over within seven (7) days to match existing wall in color and tone. 12. Adequate trash enclosures(s) shall provided and maintained at all times. Such enclosures shall be fully screened from public view by means of decorative masonry walls served by solid full height gates. Said gates shall also be maintained in good and operating repair at all times. The storage of any and all trash other than the trash storage area or higher than the screened walls around said storage area is prohibited. Enclosure location must be approved by the local trash contractor. Dumpster(s) to remain in enclosure(s) at all times. 13. A deeerat-ivemasonry wall six feet (6) minimum in height shall be provided and maintained along the north property line of the site (rear). A six foot high wrettght irett fence shall be provided and maintained at the easternmost and westerrAnost property lin The Planning Division shall review the wall and fence proposal for approval prior to its installation. ("decorative masonry" & "A six-foot high wrought -iron fence shall be provided and maintained at the easternmost and westernmost property lines" deleted by P.C. on 5/26/99). 14. Outside storage of any and all materials, equipment, etc., shall be allowed only within areas fully screened on all sides by a six foot (6) splitface or slumpstone masonry block wall or other opaque fencing materials where appropriate to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. No storage shall occupy any parking space, required drive aisle or back-up area, or landscaped area. 15. All illuminated sign and parking lot lighting shall be located, aimed and/or shielded to prevent lights from shining or reflecting on adjacent property. All parking and storage areas shall be properly lit in accordance with the Police Department requirements. 16. All signs must comply with those sign regulations set forth in Chapter 88, Article VIII. of the Azusa Municipal Code to include restrictions on sign area, sign types, sign materials, and sign height. 17. All roof equipment shall be screened to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director as final authority for the Planning Division. 18. All handling and storage of hazardous waste, materials, or chemicals shall be in accordance with all applicable State, Federal, or local laws. 19. Parking area entries shall be constructed of colored stamped concrete or decorative paving. 20. No trucks with trailers shall be allowed to park in the front parking lots. Loading and unloading shall be limited to the rear of the sites. 21. A geotechnical and liquefaction report will be required as part of the building plan check submittal. 22. A Reciprocal Access Agreement shall be recorded between parcels sharing access. This shall be accomplished prior to issuance of final Certificate of Occupancy. Proof of recording shall be submitted to the Planning Division for the case file. 23. All electrical panels shall be located on the sides of each building and shall be recessed into the side walls so as to not obstruct the driveways or located in the rear of the buildings with bollards for protection. Page 2 of 4 Exhibit "A" 0 0 REVISED AT 5/26/99 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AS NOTED GPA -99-4; Z-99-2; TPM -25530; P3-99-3 C. All requirements of the Public Works Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. No work within the public right of way shall be commenced without first obtaining a public works permit. 2. Parkway trees are required - trees shall be located no closer than 30 ft. nor greater than 65 ft. apart and shall be irrigated per City Plan specifications. Variety is to be specified by Superintendent and shall be at least 15 gallon size. 3. Landscape and irrigation plans shall show locations, quantities, sizes, and types of plant materials, as well as design of an automatic irrigation system. No final release from this department shall be granted until these plans have been approved. D. All requirements of the Building Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Applicant shall conform to the 1994 Uniform Building Codes, State of California 1995 amendments, and all applicable Azusa Municipal Ordinances. 2. All plan check fees shall be paid at the time of plan check submittal. Once plan check is completed and approved, applicant shall be responsible to pay in full all other appropriate development fees (i.e. school district fees, water reimbursement) prior to issuance of any building permit. 3. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plan check fees are required. 4. Energy plan check fees are required. 5. Applicant shall submit copies of foundation, framing, floor and elevation plans for plan check. 6. Structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be designed by a State of California Registered Engineer, or a State of California Registered Architect. 7. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of structural calculations simultaneous with the construction plans. 8. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of energy calculations simultaneous with the construction plans. 9. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be submitted for plan check simultaneous with the construction plans which include four (4) copies of the electrical, mechanical and plumbing plans to be submitted for plan check simultaneous with the construction plans. 10. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of soil report simultaneous with the construction plans. 11. Property shall be surveyed by a State of California Licensed Surveyor and the report shall be submitted simultaneous with the construction plans. 12. Prior to issuance of a permit, the applicant shall submit approval from the Los Angeles County Fire Department. 13. Special Condition: Geotechnical Study must be completed for this site as part of Building Division plan check submittal. This site falls within the Area of Potential Liquefaction. 14. Applicant recognizes that approval granted is for planning and zoning only and the owner is obligated to meet all applicable Building Division requirements. E. That all conditions of the Water Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Will require approved backflow devices. 2. Plan check is required. Inspection and plan check fees must be paid to Light and Water Department before a Building Permit will be issued. 3. This project is subject to Ordinance 96-08, Chapter 78-471, City of Azusa Municipal Code entitled "Water system Development Fee". Fee must be paid to the Light and Water Department before a Building Permit will be issued (74.054 sf = $24.046.40). 4. This project may require fire flow availability information before the L.A. County Fire Department will approve a building permit. Page 3 of 4 Exhibit "A" 0 0 REVISED AT 5/26/99 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AS NOTED GPA -99-4; Z-99-2; TPM -25530; P3-99-3 F. That all conditions of the Light Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Contact Light Department as soon as possible for specifications and requirements. 2. Electric panel(s) cannot be enclosed due to access requirements. 3. Electrical panel(s) shall be located outside of building premises of the new buildings. 4. Utilities shall be undergrounded. Developer to provide all conduits, pull boxes, transformer pads, street lights as necessary. 5. Service is to be undergrounded. 6. Provide electrical load information. Transformer will not be ordered until information is supplied and a percentage of the transformer cost is deposited with the Light Department. There is an 18-23 week delivery on transformers. 7. Special Conditions FOR NEW COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION - owner/developer will submit two (2) sets of plans showing the following: a. Site survey plan of building to include additions & remodeling foundation, elevations, sections and location of existing electric easements. b. Electric service desired, electrical load calculation and single line diagram. C. Locations of electric meter panel and main switchgear on or in building and drawings, if necessary. d. Location of transformer pad and related substructures. 8. Owner/project developer shall grant easement to the City for underground electric facilities installed in property. 9. Owner/project developer shall pay for any relocation of electric facilities necessary for site improvement. 10. Prior to energizing electric service, owner/project developer shall comply with all Azusa Light & Water requirements per Utility Rules and Regulations. G. All requirements of the Police Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Alarm system shall include burglar, smoke and fire. 2. Interior of buildings shall be kept illuminated during hours of darkness. 3. Easy to read address numbering shall be installed on exterior of building. 4. Building and parking lot lighting shall be adequate to illuminate the entire premises. 5. Any proposed landscape hedges on the perimeter of the building and property shall be limited to a maximum height of three (3) feet. H. That all conditions of the Fire Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: Fire Department conditions shall be established during Building plan check review. 2. Contact Andy Wells FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION 5823 RICKENBACKER ROAD COMMERCE, CA 90040 (323) 890-4125 Page 4 of 4 Exhibit "A" ATTACHMENT 4 Q.H Uwk'Q COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CITY OF" 0 O °� Report To The ' ` USAF Planning Commission MEETING DATE: May 26, 1999 CASE NO(s): GPA -99-4, Z-99-2, TPM -25530 & P3-99-3 APPLICANT: RRK Properties c/o Kevin Coleman LOCATION: 1301 W. Foothill Boulevard ASSESSOR'S PARCEL #: 8605-016-421 REQUEST: Approval of a General Plan Amendment to change the land use designation from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial) and zone change from M2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to Ml (Light Manufacturing), subdivision of one parcel into 4 parcels, and construction of four (4) speculative concrete tilt -up industrial buildings. LAND USE ZONING: SITE. Vacant Land M2 NORTH:: Cal Mat Rock Quarry MZ SOUTH: Costco Wholesale Warehouse (across M2 s Foothill Blvd.) EAST :. Office Industrial Building W1 ST. Cal Mat Rock Quarry M2 . GENERAL PLAN: Heavy Industrial REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA: ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: categorical exemption XX negative declaration environmental impact report YES: RX NO:_(West End) Based on substantial compliance with all provisions of the Azusa Municipal Code and conformance with the General Plan and CEQA guidelines, staff recommends that the Planning Commission: Recommend to City Council certification of the proposed Negative Declaration; 2. Recommend to City Council approval of General Plan Amendment No. GPA -99-4; 3. Recommend to City Council approval of Zone Change No. Z-99-2; 4. Recommend to City Council approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 25530 subject to the conditions of approval listed in the attached Exhibit A; and 5. Recommend to City Council approval of Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-3 subject to the conditions of approval listed in the attached Exhibit A. ATTACHMENT 4 Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -25519 & P3-99-4 Page 2 of 8 FACTS: 1. The proposed development consists of a rectangularly -shaped parcel with a total area of 1.7 acres (or 74,055 square feet). The parcel fronts onto Foothill Boulevard and abuts the Cal Mat Rock Quarry to the rear. 2. The applicant proposes to construct one speculative industrial building on each lot with its own parking and reciprocal access between the parcels. The buildings are proposed as one- story, concrete tilt -ups with the following total floor areas: Building A (west) - 6,468 sq.ft., Building - 7,148 sq.ft., Building C - 7,148 sq.ft., and Building D (east) - 6,468 sq.ft. 3. The applicant also proposes to amend the General Plan land use designation of the site from HI to LI and change the zoning from M2 to Ml. This is being proposed to accommodate smaller lot sizes. Minimum lot size in the HI and M2 designations is 20,000 square feet. The applicant believes there is a larger demand for the smaller lots and buildings and has been working with our Redevelopment Agency to develop the site accordingly. The resulting LI & Ml lots will range in size from 17,800 to 19,214 square feet. In addition, since the site is in a Redevelopment Project Area, all future uses will require Executive Director approval. ANALYSIS: Site Characteristics 1. The entire site consists of relatively flat vacant land. Evidence of previous grading exists. A 6 -foot high block wall with barbed wire screens the site from public view along Foothill Boulevard. This buffer was most likely installed to block visibility of the Cal Mat rock quarry located adjacent to and north of the site. Surrounding Land Uses 2. The surrounding land uses are industrial. The Cal Mat rock quarry is located directly north of the site within the M2 (Heavy Manufacturing) District. Industrial office buildings are located to the east and west. Costco wholesale warehouse is located across Foothill Boulevard to the south along with a vacant building previously occupied by a restaurant. These uses are also within the M2 District. General Plan & Zoning Code Conformance 3. The proposed project is presently not consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Code in that the proposed parcels do not meet the minimum 20,000 square -foot lot size requirement of the General Plan HI designation and Zoning Code M2 designation. However, a request for a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change has been submitted to change the land use designations to LI & Ml in order to allow the smaller lot sizes. The difference between the Heavy Industrial and Light Industrial designations pertains to the intensity of the uses permitted. The Light designation is intended to accommodate moderate-size industries which pose limited environmental impact in terms of noise, traffic, hazardous materials, and other health safety risks. The Heavy designation, on the other hand, is for a broader range of industrial uses which may include more intense activities such as surface mining, waste disposal, and steel fabrication. Since the proposed buildings are speculative in nature, future uses would require staff review prior to occupancy to determine if further planning permits are necessary. Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-2, TPM -25530 & P3-99-3 Page 3 of 6 0 4. Overall, the proposal meets the General Plan's Industrial Land Use Goals which include a strong and diversified industrial sector, the elimination of blight and deterioration in industrial areas, and improvements to existing industrial areas in order to improve the opportunities for future industrial growth [Azusa General Plan, Industrial Land Use Goals #1 & #2, page III -4]. In addition, the project meets all of the applicable provisions of the Zoning Code as indicated in the Zoning Code Conformance Table below with the exception of the minimum lot size requirements for which a zone change is being requested. ZONING CODE CONFORMANCE TABLE CATEGORY ZONING CODE PROPOSAL Permitted Use Warehouse/General Industrial Building Manufacturing (Speculative) Max. Bldg. Height 100 ft.(M2); 30 ft. 4 stories or 55 feet (Ml) Max. Lot Coverage 60% Bldg. A: 36% Bldg. B: 37% Bldg. C: 37% Bldg. D: 36% Minimum Setbacks Front Yard 10 ft. minimum 59 ft. Side Yard - Interior None Required 0 - 14 ft. - Street Side N/A N/A - Abutting Residential N/A N/A Rear Yard - Interior None Required 44 ft. - Street Side N/A N/A - Abutting Residential N/A N/A Distance Between Buildings As Required by Fire Code As Required by Fire Code Loading Area 1 per 10,000-40,000 sq.ft. of None - all bldgs. < 10,000 sf Gross Floor Area (G.F.A.) Trash Enclosures Must be provided for any One enclosure per site to development in any meet City dimensional and industrial zone accessability standards. Driveway Dimensions 20 ft. width for two-way 28 ft. widths with 25 ft. turning radius and > 25 ft. turning radius Parking Space Dimensions 12 overhang counted towards depth where landscaping is > 6 feet wide) Standard 9'x 20' minimum 9'x 20' Compact 8'x 17' minimum 8'x 17' Handicap Per Title 24 of State Code of Per Title 24 of State Code of Regulations Regulations "0 Staff Report: GPA -994, Z-99-2, TPM -25530 & P3-99-3 Page 4 of 6 0 CATEGORY ZONING CODE PROPOSAL Parking Space Number 1 per 500 sq.ft. of G.F.A. = 1 per 500 sq.ft. Bldg. A: 13 (6,468 sf) Bldg. A: 16 Bldg. B: 14 (7,148 st) Bldg. B: 18 Bldg. C: 14 (7,148 sf) Bldg. C: 18 Bldg. D: 13 (6,468 sf) Bldg. D: 16 Compact 25% maximum and located 0% only on one side of an aisle Handicap Per Title 24 of State Code of Per Title 24 of State Code of Regulations Regulations Landscaping 10% minimum of all surface parking areas (s.p.a.) including drive aisles = Bldg. A: Bldg. A: 1,754 sf (15%) 11,332 sf s.p.a. x .10 = 1,133 sf minimum Bldg. B: Bldg. B: 1,802 sf (15%) 12,066 sf s.p.a. x .10 = 1,207 sf minimum Bldg. C: Bldg. C: 1,802 sf (15%) 12,066 sf s.p.a. x .10 = 1,207 sf minimum Bldg. D: Bldg. D: 1,754 sf (15%) 11,332 sf s.p.a. x .10 = 1,133 sf minimum 5 ft. width where parking 12 ft. provided on front abuts public right-of-way or where parking is visible from adjacent property on sides Building Design, Colors, and Materials 5. All of the buildings are proposed as concrete tilt -ups with similar design features. The building design is contemporary in style and consists of square and rectangular features with comer offices. The front elevations have windows with solar glazing (window tinting) and a series of horizontal and vertical reveals. The side and rear elevations provide horizontal and vertical reveals for articulation as well as different shades of color. The applicant recently revised the building elevations to show more color variation and a ribbed texture along the comer offices. This was made a condition of approval which the applicant has satisfied (Refer to Exhibit A, Condition B4b). 6. The applicant proposes two sets of building colors - 1. grey tones with green accents and aluminum trim and 2. earth tones with red accents and bronze trim. The applicant is proposing to break up the sides of the buildings by varying the shade of color between reveals on each elevation. Colored elevations will be provided at the Planning Commission hearing to illustrate this proposal. Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-2, TPM -25530 & P3-99-3 Page 5 of 6 Traffic & Circulation According to the Institute of Transportation Engineers Summary of Trip Generation Rates (Stover & Koepke, 1988) and based on speculative industrial development, the site may generate an average of 190 "to and from" vehicle trips per day based on the proposed 27,200 square feet of building area. Foothill Boulevard is identified by the General Plan as a major arterial with a 100 -foot wide right-of-way. It is also identified as part of the City's truck route which is intended to relieve congestion, separate trucks from residential areas, and promote a safe and efficient flow of traffic. In addition, the project is not intended nor designed for major distribution facilities. No truck loading docks are proposed, and no parking provisions have been made for large trucks with trailers. The City Engineer Division has reviewed the proposal and has concluded that truck trips are anticipated to be insignificant to the flow of traffic on Foothill Boulevard. Standard conditions have been issued. GENERAL PLAN & ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FINDINGS: The proposed amendment is in the public interest in that it will allow uses which are presently lacking in the industrial sector of the City to be developed and, therefore, satisfy the market demand for such development. Furthermore, the project will provide improvements to an otherwise desolate area. 2. The proposed amendments are consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan in that they involve changing the land use designation to a less intense but similar use. The Ml designation will not allow uses that are presently prohibited in the existing M2 district. Therefore, the objectives of the industrial designations of the General Plan will remain consistent. The proposed amendments will not conflict with the provisions of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, or any applicable specific plan in that a zone change and tentative parcel map application have been submitted with this request and are being considered simultaneously. 4. The proposed zone change will not adversely affect surrounding properties in that the uses allowed within the MI district are generally permitted within the existing M2 district. The change will allow less sensitive uses, thereby, reducing any potential impacts associated with heavier industrial uses. PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN FINDINGS: 1. In accordance with Section 88-585 of the Azusa Municipal Code, it is found that the project would not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity and would not adversely affect the public peace, health, safety or general welfare in that the proposal is in conformance with the General Plan and is considered a permitted use in the district in which it is located. All surrounding uses are industrial and partake in similar daily functions. Since the proposal is speculative in nature, each use to occupy the proposed buildings will be required to obtain, at a minimum, separate City approval through Planning Division review and Building Division Certificate of Occupancy issuance. Furthermore, the project will be developed in accordance with all of the applicable provisions of the Zoning Code. All City divisions and departments have indicated the ability to support the development and have issued standard conditions of approval. CONCLUSION: The proposed project is in conformance with the City's General Plan and Zoning Code. Positive findings of fact have been made for the proposed applications. Furthermore, the project has met the State's CEQA guidelines for environmental review. As such, staff believes the project merits approval subject to the attached conditions and standard requirements. • Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-2, TPM -25530 & P3-99-3 Page 6 of 6 RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ROY E. BRUCKNER, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Gust o omo, Associate Planner p Attachments Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval and Standard Requirements Exhibit B - Site Plan/Floor Plan and Elevations Exhibit C - Vicinity Map and General Plan & Zoning Amendment Map Exhibit D - Initial Study w/Proposed Negative Declaration 0 Exhibit "A" Case No: General Plan Amendment No.GPA-99-4, Zone Change No. Z-99-2, Ter. Parcel Map No. 25530, & Major Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-3. Address: 1301 W. Foothill Blvd. A.P.N.: 8605-016-421 Project: A proposal for a General Plan amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial), zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing), subdivision of one parcel into 4 parcels, and construction of 4 speculative industrial buildings. A. All requirements of the Engineering Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Construct or reconstruct driveway aprons as needed to accommodate traffic. 2. An on-site drainage plan shall be prepared and submitted to the City Engineer for approval at the time of building plan check submittal for work in excess of 50 cubic yards. 3. A City Construction Permit shall be obtained for all work undertaken in the public right-of-way. All work shall be done in accordance with City of Azusa Standards and Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book), latest edition and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer or his designee and shall be completed before issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. 4. The contractor shall take every step necessary to contain all dirt, construction materials, and construction run-off on site. No grading or construction -related debris, either directly or indirectly carried by water, will be permitted to leave the construction site. B. All requirements of the Planning Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. The approval hereby granted is conditional upon the privileges being utilized within six (6) months after the effective date thereof and if they are not utilized or construction work is not begun within said time and carried on diligently in accordance with conditions imposed, this approval shall become void and any permission or privilege granted hereby shall be deemed to have elapsed. 2. All future uses shall comply with Section 88-1140 of the Azusa Municipal Code. 3. All applicable Building Department and Fire Department requirements shall be met. 4. Prior to submitting for Building Department plan check, applicant shall submit a revised plot plan subject to the review and approval by the Community Development Director. The revised plan shall show compliance with the following: a. Sidewalks are required; site plan shall indicate sidewalk improvements with a minimum 4 -foot -wide landscaped parkway; a detail of the sidewalk shall be submitted with the revised plans. b. Revised elevations and materials board shall be submitted; elevations shall include recessed windows, vaned colors and tones, and textured finish on the building elevations to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. 5. Parking equivalent to one space per 500 sq.ft. of floor area shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Chapter 88, Article VII, of the Azusa Municipal Code provided that the office space does not exceed 25% of the total floor area. 6. One loading space per site shall be provided and maintained in size of not less than 10' in width, 22' in length, and 14' in height. 7. Parking of vehicles on areas other than paved surfaces or in garages is prohibited. Page 1 of 4 Exhibit "A" GPA -99-4; Z-99-2; TPM -25530; P3-99-3 8. Parking shall be striped and shall have adequate guards for protection of other vehicles on same lot. A minimum two -foot wide 6" continuous concrete curb or wheel stops shall be placed in front of any parking space abutting a building or property line. Wheel stops, however, shall only be allowed as an option in parking areas screened from public view. 9. Landscaping shall be adequately maintained at all times including, but not limited to, irrigation, weeding, and/or replacement when necessary. 10. Three sets of landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval of location and percentage of coverage. Said plans shall be 24" by 36" and in compliance with City of Azusa landscape design standards. Plans will be routed by the Planning Division to the Public Works Department for approval of plant material and irrigation. A minimum of one on-site tree per five parking spaces shall be provided (sizes to be determined by the Parks Division of the Public Works Department). 11. The premises shall be maintained in a clean and acceptable condition at all times. All buildings and walls shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Any offensive markings shall be removed immediately. Any graffiti shall be painted over within seven (7) days to match existing wall in color and tone. 12. Adequate trash enclosures(s) shall provided and maintained at all times. Such enclosures shall be fully screened from public view by means of decorative masonry walls served by solid full height gates. Said gates shall also be maintained in good and operating repair at all times. The storage of any and all trash other than the trash storage area or higher than the screened walls around said storage area is prohibited. Enclosure location must be approved by the local trash contractor. Dumpster(s) to remain in enclosure(s) at all times. 13. A decorative masonry wall six feet (6) minimum in height shall be provided and maintained along the north property line of the site (rear). A six-foot high wrought -iron fence shall be provided and maintained at the easternmost and westernmost property lines. The Planning Division shall review the wall and fence proposal for approval prior to its installation. 14. Outside storage of any and all materials, equipment, etc., shall be allowed only within areas fully screened on all sides by a six foot (6) splitface or slumpstone masonry block wall or other opaque fencing materials where appropriate to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. No storage shall occupy any parking space, required drive aisle or back-up area, or landscaped area. 15. All illuminated sign and parking lot lighting shall be located, aimed and/or shielded to prevent lights from shining or reflecting on adjacent property. All parking and storage areas shall be properly lit in accordance with the Police Department requirements. 16. All signs must comply with those sign regulations set forth in Chapter 88, Article VIII. of the Azusa Municipal Code to include restrictions on sign area, sign types, sign materials, and sign height. 17. All roof equipment shall be screened to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director as final authority for the Planning Division. 18. All handling and storage of hazardous waste, materials, or chemicals shall be in accordance with all applicable State, Federal, or local laws. 19. Parking area entries shall be constructed of colored stamped concrete or decorative paving. 20. No trucks with trailers shall be allowed to park in the front parking lots. Loading and unloading shall be limited to the rear of the sites. 21. A geotechnical and liquefaction report will be required as part of the building plan check submittal. 22. A Reciprocal Access Agreement shall be recorded between parcels sharing access. This shall be accomplished prior to issuance of final Certificate of Occupancy. Proof of recording shall be submitted to the Planning Division for the case file. 23. All electrical panels shall be located on the sides of each building and shall be recessed into the side walls so as to not obstruct the driveways or located in the rear of the buildings with bollards for protection. Page 2 of 4 Exhibit "A" GPA -99-4; Z-99-2; TPM -25530; P3-99-3 C. All requirements of the Public Works Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. No work within the public right of way shall be commenced without first obtaining a public works permit. 2. Parkway trees are required - trees shall be located no closer than 30 ft. nor greater than 65 ft. apart and shall be irrigated per City Plan specifications. Variety is to be specified by Superintendent and shall be at least 15 gallon size. 3. Landscape and irrigation plans shall show locations, quantities, sizes, and types of plant materials, as well as design of an automatic irrigation system. No final release from this department shall be granted until these plans have been approved. D. All requirements of the Building Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Applicant shall conform to the 1994 Uniform Building Codes, State of California 1995 amendments, and all applicable Azusa Municipal Ordinances. 2. All plan check fees shall be paid at the time of plan check submittal. Once plan check is completed and approved, applicant shall be responsible to pay in full all other appropriate development fees (i.e. school district fees, water reimbursement) prior to issuance of any building permit. 3. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plan check fees are required. 4. Energy plan check fees are required. 5. Applicant shall submit copies of foundation, framing, floor and elevation plans for plan check. 6. Structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be designed by a State of California Registered Engineer, or a State of California Registered Architect. 7. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of structural calculations simultaneous with the construction plans. 8. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of energy calculations simultaneous with the construction plans. 9. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be submitted for plan check simultaneous with the construction plans which include four (4) copies of the electrical, mechanical and plumbing plans to be submitted for plan check simultaneous with the construction plans. 10. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of soil report simultaneous with the construction plans. 11. Property shall be surveyed by a State of California Licensed Surveyor and the report shall be submitted simultaneous with the construction plans. 12. Prior to issuance of a permit, the applicant shall submit approval from the Los Angeles County Fire Department. 13. Special Condition: Geotechnical Study must be completed for this site as part of Building Division plan check submittal. This site falls within the Area of Potential Liquefaction. 14. Applicant recognizes that approval granted is for planning and zoning only and the owner is obligated to meet all applicable Building Division requirements. E. That all conditions of the Water Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Will require approved backflow devices. 2. Plan check is required. Inspection and plan check fees must be paid to Light and Water Department before a Building Permit will be issued. 3. This project is subject to Ordinance 96-08, Chapter 78-471, City of Azusa Municipal Code entitled "Water system Development Fee". Fee must be paid to the Light and Water Department before a Building Permit will be issued (74.054 sf = $24,046.40). 4. This project may require fire flow availability information before the L.A. County Fire Department will approve a building permit. Page 3 of 4 Exhibit "A" 0 0 GPA -99-4; Z-99-2; TPM -25530; P3-99-3 F. That all conditions of the Light Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Contact Light Department as soon as possible for specifications and requirements. 2. Electric panel(s) cannot be enclosed due to access requirements. 3. Electrical panel(s) shall be located outside of building premises of the new buildings. 4. Utilities shall be undergrounded. Developer to provide all conduits, pull boxes, transformer pads, street lights as necessary. 5. Service is to be undergrounded. 6. Provide electrical load information. Transformer will not be ordered until information is supplied and a percentage of the transformer cost is deposited with the Light Department. There is an 18-23 week delivery on transformers. 7. Special Conditions FOR NEW COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION - owner/developer will submit two (2) sets of plans showing the following: a. Site survey plan of building to include additions & remodeling foundation, elevations, sections and location of existing electric easements. b. Electric service desired, electrical load calculation and single line diagram. C. Locations of electric meter panel and main switchgear on or in building and drawings, if necessary. d. Location of transformer pad and related substructures. 8. Owner/project developer shall grant easement to the City for underground electric facilities installed in property. 9. Owner/project developer shall pay for any relocation of electric facilities necessary for site improvement. 10. Prior to energizing electric service, owner/project developer shall comply with all Azusa Light & Water requirements per Utility Rules and Regulations. G. All requirements of the Police Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Alarm system shall include burglar, smoke and fire. 2. Interior of buildings shall be kept illuminated during hours of darkness. 3. Easy to read address numbering shall be installed on exterior of building. 4. Building and parking lot lighting shall be adequate to illuminate the entire premises. 5. Any proposed landscape hedges on the perimeter of the building and property shall be limited to a maximum height of three (3) feet. H. That all conditions of the Fire Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: 1. Fire Department conditions shall be established during Building plan check review. Contact Andy Wells FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION 5823 RICKENBACKER ROAD COMMERCE, CA 90040 (323)890-4125 Page 4 of 4 Exhibit "A" • • EXHIBIT "C" Vicinity Map & General Plan/Zoning Amendment Map GPA -99-4, Z-99-2, TPM -25530 & P3-99-3 1301 West Foothill Boulevard FOOTHILL BLVD M2 Proposed General Plan Amendment from HI(Heavy Industrial) to LI(Light Industrial) & Proposed Zone Change from M2(Heavy Manufacturing) to M1 (Light Manufacturing) N (Not to scale) View from southside of Foothill Boulevard, west portion of site EXHIBIT "C" C'41 MAT .wi+ 1 •.� ,2 21 cul�c ' ! W M2 ♦{�' City of Duarte i 6 ! W S P-1 ..� ° i SITS -3 ®:Q , FOOTHILL BLVD M2 Proposed General Plan Amendment from HI(Heavy Industrial) to LI(Light Industrial) & Proposed Zone Change from M2(Heavy Manufacturing) to M1 (Light Manufacturing) N (Not to scale) View from southside of Foothill Boulevard, west portion of site EXHIBIT "C"