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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 3268
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA APPROVING A CONDITIONAL NEGATIVE
DECLARATION FOR A ZONE CHANGE, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP,
HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT, SPECIAL USE PERMIT, AND LOCAL
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT TO CREATE 29
RESIDENTIAL LOTS WITH A MINIMUM LOT AREA OF 7,500 SQUARE
FEET AND 3 OPEN SPACE LOTS ON A 14.54 ACRE SITE.
CASE NAME: EAGLE CANYON
CASE NO: ZC 91-5/CT 91-2/HDP 91-2/SUP 91-1/LFMP 87-24(A)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did on the 17th day of July, 1991, hold a
duly noticed public hearing as prescribed by law to consider said request, and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony and
arguments, examining the initial study, analyzing the information submitted by staff, and
considering any written comments received, the Planning Commission considered al:
factors relating to the Conditional Negative Declaration.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Planning Commission a:
follows:
A) That the foregoing recitations are true and correct.
B) That based on the evidence presented at the public hearing, the Planninj
Commission hereby recommends APPROVAL of the Conditional Negative
Declaration according to Exhibit "ND", dated January 3, 1991, and "PII", datec
September 27, 1990, attached hereto and made a part hereof, based on the
following findings:
FiIldiIlm:
1. The initial study shows that the proposed project could have a significant impac
on the environment, however there will not be a significant impact in this casc
because the mitigation measures described in the initial study have been added tc
the project.
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2. Portions of the site have been previously graded pursuant to an earl!
environmental analysis and the site was disced at one time to allow for t
planting of the existing eucalyptus grove.
3. The streets are adequate in size to handle traffic generated by the proposed projc
provided that mitigating conditions of approval are complied with and that traf
improvements specified in the Zone 24 Local Facilities Management Plan ;
developed,
4. There are no sensitive resources located onsite or located so as to be significanl
impacted by this project provided that mitigating conditions of approval a
complied with.
Conditions:
This project is subject to the following mitigating conditions:
1. a) Submittal of a final Landscape and Irrigation Plan in substanh
conformance with the conceptual Landscape Plan/Hillside mitigation Pl
for the Planning Director's approval is required prior to the issuance of
grading pennit.
b) Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shd deposit at
financial institution subject to regulation by the state or fede
government, a certificate of deposit or letter of credit made out to the Cj
of Carlsbad or such other security which is acceptable to the City. TI
document shall be for at least twice the estimated cost of the propos
mitigation landscaping. If the proposed mitigation landscaping is n
installed in a timely manner, in accordance with the approved plans, t
Planning Director may authorize the utilization of these funds to do tl
necessary remedial work. Any funds remaining after the completion oft€
work shall be returned to the applicant.
c) In addition to erosion control measures, the required landscaping a3
irrigation systems shown on the approved Landscape and Irrigation Pl
shall be completed prior to the occupancy of any unit within this projec
2. The project shall adhere to all requirements in the proposed Master Drainage Pli
revision and the National Pollutant discharge elimination system permit pursua
to San Diego Region Water Quality Control Board Order No. 9042 which may I
in effect at the time of final map.
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3. Prior to issuance of a grading or building permit, whichever comes first, a soil!
indicates the presence of Potential fossil bearing material then a standard threc
phased program, on file in the Planning Department, shall be undertaken to avoic
possible significant impacts on paleontological resources under the direction of th(
Planning Department.
report shall be prepared and submitted to the City of Carlsbad. If the soils repor
4. The area shown on the project plans as "Area of Native Plant Understory" shall bc
preserved in its existing ~t~ral condition and be included within an open spacl
lot as shown on the approved exhibits as lot 30.
5. The Final Map, Improvement Plans, and Landscape Plan shall be in substantia
conformance with the Tentative Map design which preserves portions of th
existing eucalyptus grove and the conceptual Landscape Plan which indicates area
of the site to be revegetated with eucalyptus species so as to provide long ten
roosting areas for the monarch butterfly and numerous bird species.
6. The proposed noise mitigation measures recommended in the study titled, "Rep01
on an Acoustical Study, Eagle Canyon, El Camino Real at Camino Hills Drim
Carlsbad, California", dated May 1, 1990 prepared by James C. Berry and th
addendum dated July 10, 1990 shall be completed at the time spded in eac
measure. The required mitigation measures are as follows:
a) Grading plans shall not be approved dess they show that nois
attenuation for lot 22 shall be achieved by constructing a three foot hig
supplementary berm along the top of the proposed slope adjacent to E
Camino Real, sbetching the length of the lot 22 boundary line so as t
maintain a 25 foot height difFerential between the road grade and the to
of the barrier.
b) No upstairs balcony facing El Camino Real shall be allowed on the tw
story house planned for lot 23. This shall be verified at the time buildin
plans are submitted for approval.
c) Prior to recordation of the final tract map or issuance of building permit
whichever is first, the owner shall prepare and record a notice that th
property may be subject to impacts from the El Camino Real Transportatic
Corridor in a manner meeting the approval of the Planning Director an
City Attorney (Noise, Form #l).
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d) Prior to the recordation of the final tract map or the issuance of residentia
building permits, whichever is first, the owner of record of the prop*
within the boundaries of this tentative tract/parcel map shall prepare am
record a notice (Noise, Form #2) that this property is subject to overflight
sight, and sound of aircraft operating from Palomar Airport in a manne
meeting the approval of the Planning Director and the City Attorney.
e) The applicant shall post aircraft noise notification signs in all sales ana0
rental offices associated with the new development. The number ant
locations of said signs shall be approved by the Planning Director (No&
Form #3).
7. The project shall be required to mow and up-grade the existing traffic signal a
the intersection of El Camino Red and Rancho Carlsbad Drive/”A” Street to brin
it into conformance with City standards for a four-way intersection.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Plannin
Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California, held on the 17th day of July, 1991, b
the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Chairperson Holmes, Commissioners: Schlehuber, Savary, Emir
Noble and Hall.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Commissioner Schrarnm.
ABSTAIN: None.
ATTEST:
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ROBERT HOLMES, Chairperson
CAFUSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING DIRECTOR
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CONDITIONAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION
PROJECT ADDRESSLOCATION: On the west side of El Camino Real between Camino
Hills Drive and an area approximately 230 feet north of the extension of Rancho Carlsbad
Drive (Y.M.C.A. property).
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A zone change from L-C (Limited Control) to R-1 (Single
Family Residential) and OS (Open Space). Also proposed is a Tentative Tract Map to
create 29 residential and three open space lots on 14.54 acres with a Hillside Development
Permit and a Special Use Permit.
The City of Carlsbad has conducted an environmental review of the above described project
pursuant to the Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act
and the Environmental Protection Ordinance of the City of Carlsbad. As a result of said
review, a Conditional Negative Declaration (declaration that the project will not have a
significant impact on the environment) is hereby issued for the subject project. Justification
for this action is on file in the Planning Department.
A copy of the Conditional Negative Declaration with supportive documents is on file in the
Planning Department, 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad, California 92009. Comments from
the public are invited. Please submit comments in writing to the Planning Department
within 30 days of date of issuance.
DATED: JANUARY 3, 1991
CASE NO: ZC 90-21CT 90-8 HDP 90-16/SUP 90-6
MICHAEL J. HOLZMILLER Planning Director
APPLICANT: The Camino Group (Eagle Canyon)
PUBLISH DATE: JANUARY 3, 1991
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2075 Las Palmas Drive - Carlsbad, California 92009-4859 - (619) 438-1 161
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STAT: OF CALIFORNIA-OFFICE OF THE GOVERI~W
OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH c ;rA5:j+ =Y ..
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SACRAMENTO, CA 95814 .,A c 3,:)
Jan 30, 1991
DON NEU
CITY OF CARLSBAD 2075 LAS P."AS DRIVE
CARLSBAD, CA 92009-4859
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Subject: EAGLE CAXYGN
SCH # 91011002
Dear DON NEU:
The State Clearinghouse submitted the above named environmental document
to selected state agencies for review. The review period is closed and
none of the state agencies have comments. This letter acknowledges that
you have complied with the State Clearinghouse review requirements for draft environmental documents, pursuant to the California Environmental
Quality Act.
Please call Terri Lovelady at (916) 445-0613 if you have any questions regarding the environmental review process. When contacting the Clearinghouse in this matter, please use the eight-digit
State Clearinghouse number so that we may respond promptly.
Sincerely,
w B'J "- L%" i David C. Nunenkamp
Deputy Director, Permit Assistance
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FORM - PART' I1
(TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT)
CASE NO. ZC 90-2/CT 90-8/HDP 9O-I6/SUP 90-6
DATE: September 27. 1990
3ACKGROUND
1. CASE NAME: Eagle Canyon
2. APPLICANT: The Camino Group
3. ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER OF APPLICANT: 1558-A Sununit Avenue
Cardiff, CA 92007
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4. DATE EIA FORM PART I SUBMITTED: March 1, 1990
5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A zone change from L-C to R-1 and OS. Also proDosed is a Tentative Trac MaD to create 29 residential and three open mace lots on 14.54 acres wit
a Hillside Development Permit and a Special Use Permit.
ENWRONMENTAL IMPACTS
STATE CEQA GUIDELINES, Chapter 3, Article 5, section 15063 requires that the City conduct a
Environmental Impact Assessment to determine if a project may have a significant effect on the environmen
The Environmental Impact Assessment appears in the following pages in the form of a checklist. This checkli
identifies any physical, biological and human factors that might be impacted by the proposed project an
provides the City with information to use as the basis for deciding whether to prepare an Environment:
Impact Report or Negative Declaration.
+: A Negative Declaration may be prepared if the City perceives no substantial evidence that the project (
any of its aspects may cause a significant effect on the environment. On the checklist, "NO" will be check€
to indicate this determination.
;k An EIR must be prepared if the City determines that there is substantial evidence that any aspect of tl
project may cause a sidcant effect on the environment. The project may qualify for a Negat?
Declaration however, if adverse impacts are mitigated so that environmental effects can be deemc
insimificant. These findings are shown in the checklist under the headings YES-sig" and YES-insi
respectively.
A discussion of potential impacts and the proposed mitigation measures appears at the end of the form und
DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION. Particular attention should be given to discussi
mitigation for impacts which would otherwise be determined sigruficant.
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
[LL THE PROPOSAL DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY;
Result in unstable earth conditions or
increase the exposure of people or property
to geologic hazards?
Appreciably change the topography or any
unique physical features?
Result in or be affected by erosion of soils
either on or off the site?
Result in changes in the deposition of beach
sands, or modXcation of the channel of a river or stream or the bed of the ocean or
any bay, inlet or lake?
Result in substantial adverse effects on
ambient air quality?
Result in substantial changes in air
movement, odor, moisture, or temperature?
Substantially change the course or flow of
water (marine, fresh or flood waters)?
Affect the quantity or quality of surface
water, ground water or public water supply?
Substantially increase usage or cause
depletion of any natural resources?
, Use substantial amounts of fuel or energy?
I Alter a significant archeological,
paleontological or historical site,
structure or object?
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,. 0 e BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
WILL THE PROPOSAL DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY:
12. Affect the diversity of species, habitat
or numbers of any species of plants (including
trees, shrubs, grass, microflora and aquatic
plants)?
13. Introduce new species of plants into an area,
or a barrier to the normal replenishment of
existing species?
14. Reduce the amount of acreage of any
agricultural crop or affect prime, unique
or other farmland of state or local
importance?
15. Affect the diversity of species, habitat
or numbers of any species of animals (birds,
land animals, all water dwelling organisms
and insects?
16. Introduce new species of animals into an
area, or result in a barrier to the
migration or movement of animals?
HUMAN ENVIRONMENT
WILL THE PROPOSAL DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY:
17. Alter the present or planned land use
of an area?
18. Substantially affect public utilities,
schools, police, fire, emergency or other
public services?
BS E21 NO
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BS YES NO (msig)
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HUMAN ENVIRONMENT
,L THE PROPOSAL DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY:
Result in the need for new or modified sewer
systems, solid waste or hazardous waste
control systems?
Increase existing noise levels?
Produce new light or glare?
Involve a significant risk of an explosion
or the release of hazardous substances
(including, but not limited to, oil,
pesticides, chemicals or radiation)?
Substantially alter the density of the
human population of an area?
Affect existing housing, or create a demand
for additional housing?
Generate substantial additional traffic?
Affect existing parking facilities, or create a large demand for new parking?
Impact existing transportation systems or
alter present patterns of circulation or
movement of people and/or goods?
Alter waterborne, rail or air traffic?
Increase traffic hazards to motor
vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians?
Interfere with emergency response plans or
emergency evacuation plans?
Obstruct any scenic vista or create an
aesthetically offensive public view?
Affect the quality or quantity of
existing recreational opportunities?
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MANDATORY mNDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
WILL THE PROPOSAL DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY:
33. Does the project have the potential
to substantially degrade the quality
of the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of a fish or wild-
life species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self-sustaining
animal community, reduce the number or
restrict the range of a rare or en-
dangered plant or animal, or eliminate
important examples of the major periods
of California history or prehistory.
levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or
34. Does the project have the potential
to achieve short-term, to the dis-
- advantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the
' environment is one which occurs in a
relatively brief, definitive period of
time while long-term impacts will
endure well into the future.)
35. Does the project have the possible
environmental effects which are in-
dividually limited but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively con-
siderable" means that the incremental
effects of an individual project are
considerable when viewed in connection
with the effects of past projects, the
the effects of probable future projects.)
effects of other current projects, and
36. Does the project have environmental
effects which will cause substantial
adverse effects on human beings,
either directly or indirectly?
ES YES (Insig) NO
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{icrtl Environment
The "Preliminary Geotechnical Study, APN 212-050-40, Carlsbad, California" prepared for the project
by Geo Soils, Inc., dated February 28, 1990, concluded that research and onsite exploration does not
indicate any active or potentially active faults currently mapped in the immediate vicinity of the site,
The report also concluded that natural slopes onsite appear stable and no significant adverse geologic
conditions have been identified. All graded slopes are proposed at inclinations of 2:1 (horizontal to
vertical) to provide stability. The Preliminary Geotechnical Study states that the site is suitable for the
proposed development from a geotechnical viewpoint.
Topographically the site is comprised of a shallow north-south trending valley with slopes ascending
to either side. According to the Preliminary Geotechnical Study, most of the site appears to be largely
at or near natural grades and is planted with eucalyptus trees disturbed by discing. Grading for El
Camino Real and Camino Hills Drive created cut slopes, some of which have significantly eroded. Fill
extends into the site on the eastern and southern portions from Camino Hills Drive. Approximately
11.04 acres or 76% of the 14.54 acre site will be graded. As a result of the existing topography, the
desire to preserve areas of the eucalyptus grove and the need to widen El Camino Real to its ultimate
Prime Arterial Standards, slopes over 30 feet in height will be created.
To mitigate the impacts of the proposed grading operation and the creation of slopes over 30 feet in
height, a conceptual Landscape Plan and Hillside Mitigation Plan has been prepared. Submittal of a
final Landscape and Irrigation Plan in substantial conformance with the conceptual Landscape
PladHillside Mitigation Plan for the Planning Directois approval is required prior to the issuance of
a grading permit. The applicant is also required to deposit a Certificate of Deposit or Letter of Credit
for at least twice the cost of the proposed mitigation landscaping. In addition to erosion control
measures, the required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be completed prior to occupancy of any
unit within this project.
Grading of the site will not create significant erosion problems as eroding slopes adjacent to El Camino
Real will be reduced in height by regrading. Extensive landscaping of slopes will be provided, and
required drainage improvements constructed.
As a result of the proposed finish grades, drainage improvements, and the site's location, the project
will not impact or change the bed of any water body.
The generation of an additional 290 Average Daily Vehicle Trips at buildout will not have a significant
impact on the air quality of the region. However, an incremental increase in emissions from the
increase in average daily trips is anticipated.
Proposed grading will be subject to the City of Carlsbad Grading Ordinance including requirements for
. dust control.
The proposed grading concept results in the site terracing down from east to west with significant
amounts of open space being retained on the project perimeter. That, in addition to the proposed
public streets providing open corridors through portions of the site, will maintain air movement.
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7. Due to the project’s location and required erosion control/drainage improvements identified on thf
tentative tract map, no substantial change to the course or flow of water is anticipated.
8. Runoff from the project site may reach the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. This could result in urbaI
pollutants being deposited into the Lagoon. To mitigate this potential impact, the project shall adhert
to all requirements in the proposed Master Drainage Plan revision and the National Pollutant dischargt
elimination system permit pursuant to San Diego Region Water Quality Control Board Order No. 90-4:
which may be in effect at the time of final map.
9. Almost the entire site has been previously planted with eucalyptus trees. The site has also bee
impacted by prior grading in areas. The canopy effect of the existing eucalyptus grove coupled’wit
the large amount of decayed leaf material on the ground, has prohibited other significant vegetatio
from establishing itself. Although there are no natural resources onsite, portions of the existin
eucalyptus grove will be preserved. Areas of the site which will be graded will be revegetated.
10. The total number of units permitted at buildout will add only incrementally to existing demands for fuc
and energy as a result of the project’s relatively small scale.
11. An archaeological reconnaissance of the property was conducted on March 8, 1990 by Advancc Sciences, Inc. No findings of cultural resources were made during the archaeological reconnaissanc
A portion of the project site contains soils possessing a high fossil content. Therefore, prior to issuanc
of a grading or building permit, whichever comes first, a soils report shall be prepared and submittf
to the City of Carlsbad. If the soils report indicates the presence of potential fossil bearing materi;
then a standard two phased program, on file in the Planning Department, shall be undertaken to avo
possible significant impacts on paleontological resources under the direction of the Plannir
Department.
Bioloaical - Environment
12. A site reconnaissance of the property was conducted by Advanced Sciences, Inc. on March 8,1990 wi
a supplemental reconnaissance survey conducted on April 12, 1990. The entire area consists oi
eucalyptus grove, a non-native plant species. A small area in the southeastern portion of the s’
contains an understory of native plant species including toyon, California scrub oak, and lemona
berry, among others. One sensitive plant species was also found in this area, a small stand of Califon
adolphia (Adolphia Californica). This species has no state or federal status but is listed by t
California Native Plant Society as rare, threatened, or endangered in California but is more comm
elsewhere. The area where these native plant species exist onsite will be retained within an open sps
lot.
13. The vegetation on the project site consists almost exclusively of a eucalyptus grove. The eucalypl trees are a non-native species. Portions of the grove will be retained and eucalyptus species will
used in the landscaping of the site in addition to other plant materials.
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i. Due to the existence of the eucalyptus grove and the size of this property, the site has not been, nor
is it presently, suitable for agricultural use.
5. A report titled, "Biological and Cultural Resources Constraints, Y.M.C.A. Eucalyptus Grove, Carlsbad'
dated April 2, 1990 was prepared by Advanced Sciences, Inc. The report concluded that no endangered
or threatened wildlife species were observed during the survey; however, three potentially sensitive
species were observed.
Three red-tailed hawks (Buteo jamaicensis) and one black-shouldered kite (Elanus caeruleus) were
observed circling or perched in the trees. Both species are California Department of Fish and Game
fully protected species. Although nests were not observed on the parcel, eucalyptus trees are suitable
and often used as nest sites. A large number of monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) were observed
flying within the grove of eucalyptus trees. Due to the number of butterflies observed and proximity
to a now nonexistent site listed in the Natural Diversity Database (1989), the trees may be used by the
butterflies as a roosting area. Neither roosting areas nor the monarch butterfly have federal or state
protection status. However, such sites may be considered sensitive by other agencies or the public.
Incorporating portions of the existing grove as part of the ultimate design of the project will provide
long term roosting areas for the butterfly if it is found that they are currently using the site.
The project design will preserve portions of the existing eucalyptus grove and the landscaping of areas
of the site to be disturbed with eucalyptus species will mitigate any potential loss of roosting areas.
. As stated previously, the primary species of animals utilizing the site are birds and a species of butterfly.
Since the site is used only as a roosting area and can continue to function in this capacity as portions
of it will be preserved, the introduction of domestic pets to the site will not have a significant adverse
impact.
man Environment
I The project is consistent with the planned land use for the site specified on the General Plan Land Use
Map as Residential Low-Medium Density (EM, 0-4 DU/AC) and Open Space (OS). The use is
compatible with the Rancho Carlsbad and Camino Hills Mobile Home Developments as well as the
Evans Point Project currently being reviewed which borders the site on the south and west.
The project is in Local Facilities Management Zone 24 and will comply with all public facility
requirements of the Local Facilities Management Plan.
Any need for new or modified sewer systems created by this project will be satisfied prior to or
commensurate with development as specified in the Local Facilities Management Plan for Zone 24.
A study titled, "Report on an Acoustical Study, Eagle Canyon, El Camino Real at Camino Hills Drive,
Carlsbad,California", dated May 1, 1990 was prepared for this project by James C. Berry - Acoustician.
the Tentative Map. The report prepared pursuant to Administrative Policy 17 concluded that the project
will contribute no unusual noise source to the community and that the project-generated traffic noise
AI-I addendum to the study dated July 16, 1990 was subsequently prepared as a result of revisions to
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DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (cont’d)
will be insignificant compared to the prevailing ambient. The major noise source at the site is vehicul;
traffic on El Camino Real. Individual overflights of aircraft using McClellan-Palomar Airport can ah
clearly be heard.
The project has been designed to take advantage of noise reduction due to distance from the source a1
grading of the land to provide acoustical shielding. The studies results show that all lots will ha.
exterior noise levels below 60 dB(A) CNEL as shown on the Tentative Map except for lot 22 which w
have a noise level of 63 dB(A) CNEL, 3 dB(A) above the limit.
Noise attenuation for lot 22 can be achieved by constructing a three foot high supplementary ber
along the top of the proposed slope adjacent to El Camino Real stretching the length of the lot :
boundary line so as to maintain a 25 foot height differential between the road grade and the top of t:
barrier. The study also requires that there be no upstairs balcony facing El Camino Real on the tw
story house planned for Lot 23. The following standard condition is being applied because of t:
project’s location near El Camino Real:
Prior to recordation of the final tract map or issuance of building permits, whichever is
first, the owner shall prepare and record a notice that this property may be subject to
impacts from the El Camino Real Transportation Corridor in a manner meeting the
approval of the Planning Director and City Attorney (Noise, Form #l).
The project will remain outside the 60 dB(A) CNEL contour of McClellan-Palomar Airport. Howev
because the project is within three miles of the airport, the following conditions will be required:
Prior to the recordation of the final tract map or the issuance of residential building
permits, whichever is first, the owner of record of the property within the boundaries of
this tentative tract/parcel map shall prepare and record a notice (Noise, Form #2) that
this property is subject to overflight, sight, and sound of aircraft operating from Palomar
Airport in a manner meeting the approval of the Planning Director and the City Attorney.
The applicant shall post aircraft noise notification signs in all sales and/or rental offices
associated with the new development. The number and locations of said signs shall be
approved by the Planning Director (Noise, Form #3).
The interior noise levels will be below 45 dB(A) CNEL even with windows partially open.
21. The project will not produce new light or glare that will negatively impact adjacent properti
Residential lighting on individual homes and required City street lighting will be installed.
22. A significant risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances will not be created by t:
project as it proposes residential uses.
23. The density of the human population of the area will not be altered as the project is within the dens
range designated for the site by the General Plan Land Use Map.
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SCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (cont'd)
'. The project will provide additional housing opportunities.
. The proposal will generate 290 Average Daily Trips with a peak between 4:OO to 6:OO P.M. totaling
29 trips. The amount of traffic generated by the project is not significantly high and can be
accommodated by the existing street system with the project improvements.
#. The project will provide all required parking in attached garages.
, The proposed project access to El Camino Real will create a four-way intersection. The project shall
be required to modify and up-grade the existing traffic signal at the intersection of El Camino Real and
Rancho Carlsbad Drive/"A" Street to bring it into conformance with City standards for a four-way
intersection.
, No alteration to waterborne, rail or air traffic will occur as a result of this project which is outside the
airport influence area for Palomar-McClellan Airport according to SANDAG staff. The project is not
located in the immediate vicinity of a rail line or body of water.
. The creation of a four-way intersection controlled by a traffic signal at El Camino Real and Rancho
Carlsbad Drive/"A" Street in conjunction with the closing of access to El Camino Real from Camino Hills
Drive will reduce the risk of traffic hazards.
. This residential project will not interfere with emergency response plans as the proposed street location
aligning with Rancho Carlsbad Drive will provide for access to adjacent property.
The site has been sold by the Y.M.C.A. who had previously used the site in its primitive outdoor
programs. The visual value of the existing eucalyptus grove will be retained in part through the
proposed program of preservation and replanting of areas around the perimeter of the site.
The project is required to dedicate land and/or pay park-in-lieu fees to mitigate the additional demand
for parks that the project will create.
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SNALYSIS OF VIABLE ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED PROJECT SUCH AS:
a) Phased development of the project,
b) alternate site designs,
c) alternate scale of development,
d) alternate uses for the site,
e) development at some future time rather than now,
f) alternate sites for the proposed, and
g) no project alternative.
a) Because the site must be graded at one time to implement the project proposal as a result of th
existing terrain and the relatively small scale of the project, phased development is not feasible no
does it provide environmental advantages.
b) Alternate site designs would not be substantially different or provide environmental advantages a
the alignment of proposed "A" Street is established by the existing traffic signal and "T' intersectior
In addition, the goal of preserving portions of the eucalyptus grove around the perimeter of the sit
to maintain its visual value further restricts site design alternatives.
c) The proposed density is in conformance with the General Plan designations for the site.
d) The proposal complies with the use designated for the site by the General Plan and th
corresponding R-1 (Single Family Residential) zone proposed for the site.
e) Development at some future time is not consistent with the land use designations for the site whic
is in an area that is presently partially developed, contains approved projects not yet constructec
or proposed projects.
f) There are alternate sites for the proposal, however, this project is consistent with the densil
designated for the property and will comply with all requirements of the Local Faciliitic Management Plan for zone 24.
g) The no project alternative would maintain this previously disturbed site in its existing conditic
with no significant environmental advantage as it has very limited value as wildlife habitat.
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'T'ERMINATION (To Be Completed By The Planning Department)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
- I find the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE
DIXLARATEON will be prepared.
- 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 Conditional Negative
Declaration will be proposed.
- I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT is required.
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Date Signature
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Date ' Planning DirecTor o
;T MITtGATING MEASURES (IF APPLICABLE1
a) Submittal of a final Landscape and Irrigation Plan in substantial conformance with the conceptual
Landscape PlarUHillside Mitigation Plan for the Planning Director's approval is required prior to the
issuance of a grading permit.
b) Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall deposit at a financial institution subject
to regulation by the state or federal government, a certificate of deposit or letter of credit made out
to the City of Carlsbad or such other security which is acceptable to the City. This document shall
be for at least twice the estimated cost of the proposed mitigation landscaping. If the proposed
mitigation landscaping is not installed in a timely manner, in accordance with the approved plans,
the Planning Director may authorize the utilization of these funds to do the necessary remedial
work. Any funds remaining after the completion of this work shall be returned to the applicant.
c) In addition to erosion control measures, the required landscaping and irrigation systems shown on
the approved Landscape and Irrigation Plan shall be completed prior to the occupancy of any unit
within this project.
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MITIGATING MEASURES (cont'd)
2. The project shall adhere to all requirements in the proposed Master Drainage Plan revision and thc
National Pollutant discharge elimination system permit pursuant to San Diego Region Water Qualiq
Control Board Order No. 90-42 which may be in effect at the time of final map.
3. Prior to issuance of a grading or building permit, whichever comes first, a soils report shall be preparec
and submitted to the City of Carlsbad. If the soils report indicates the presence of potential fossi
bearing material then a standard two phased program, on file in the Planning Department, shall bc
undertaken to avoid possible significant impacts on paleontological resources under the direction of thl
Planning Department.
4. The area shown on the project plans as "Area of Native Plant Understory" shall be preserved in it
existing natural condition and be included within an open space lot as shown on the approved exhibit
as lot 30.
5. The Final Map, Improvement Plans, and Landscape Plan' shall be in substantial conformance with tk
Tentative Map design which preserves portions of the existing eucalyptus grove and the conceptu;
Landscape Plan which indicates areas of the site to be revegetated with eucalyptus species so as I
provide long term roosting areas for the monarch butterfly and numerous bird species.
6. The proposed noise mitigation measures recommended in the study titled, "Report on an Acoustic,
Study, Eagle Canyon, El Camino Real at Camino Hills Drive, Carlsbad, California", dated May 1, 19s
prepared by James C. Berry and the addendum dated July 10, 1990 shall be completed at the tin
specified in each measure. The required mitigation measures are as follows:
a) Grading plans shall not be approved unless they show that noise attenuation for lot 22 shall I
achieved by constructing a three foot high supplementary berm along the top of the proposed slo~
adjacent to El Camino Real, stretching the length of the lot 22 boundary line so as to maintain
25 foot height differential between the road grade and the top of the barrier.
b) No upstairs balcony facing El Camino Real shall be allowed on the two story house planned for 11
23. This shall be verified at the time building plans are submitted for approval.
c) Prior to recordation of the final tract map or issuance of building permits, whichever is first, tl
owner shall prepare and record a notice that this property may be subject to impacts from the
Camino Real Transportation Corridor in a manner meeting the approval of the Planning Direct
and City Attorney (Noise, Form #l).
d) Prior to the recordation of the final tract map or the issuance of residential building permi whichever is first, the owner of record of the property within the boundaries of this tentati
tract/parcel map shall prepare and record a notice (Noise, Form #2) that this property is subji
to overflight, sight, and sound of aircraft operating from Palomar Airport in a manner meeting t
approval of the Planning Director and the City Attorney.
e) The applicant shall post aircraft noise notification signs in all sales and/or rental offices associat
with the new development. The number and locations of said signs shall be approved by t
Planning Director (Noise, Form #3).
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[ITIGATING MEASURES (cont'd)
'. The project shall be required to mod@ and up-grade the existing traffic signal at the intersection of El
Camino Real and Rancho Carlsbad Drivef'A'' Street to bring it into conformance with City standards
for a four-way intersection.
TTACH MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM (IF APPLICABLE)
?PLICANT CONCURRENCE WITH MITIGATING MEASURES
- THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT I HAVE REVIEWED THE ABOVE MITIGATING MEASURES
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AND CONCUR WITH THE ADDITION OF THESE MEASURES TO THE PROJECT.
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