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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Resolution 4446RESOLUTION NO. 4446 RESOLUTION ADOPTING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE MAKING OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTS WHEREAS, the State of California through the California Resources Agency has established the Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970; and WHEREAS, these Guidelines have become effective as of February, 1973, and are applicable to all cities; and WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael is a unique environmental setting which requires policies and procedures to insure that the environmental quality of the City be protected and/or enhanced; and WHEREAS, the City has prepared Environmental Impact Review Procedures and Guidelines in conformity with and as a supplement to the State EIR Guidelines for the protection and/or enhancement of the unique environmental setting of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council does hereby adopt the Environmental Impact Review Procedures and Guidelines for the City of San Rafael to become effective on April 2, 1973. All previous resolutions or minute actions adopting previous City EIR Guidelines are hereby superseded by this resolution. I, MARION A. GRADY, City Clerk of the City of San Rafael, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly and regularly introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of said City held on Monday, the 2nd day of April, 1973, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEN: Jensen, Miskimen, Mulryan, and Mayor Bettini NOES: COUNCILMEN: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEN: None l MARION A. GRADY, City Clerk C11Y OF SAf` PAFAFL 17'Lhdf,rNINIC P FFA �Tt4ErIT EP��'IRCN�`���'Yl1[ Ir �c� ? RFP('RT PPCirTr,�Ir�- (ENE -RAL INFORMATION C.HEET -_-- A. PROCEDURAL STEPS In accordance with State laws, the City of San Rafael has adopted guidelines and procedures for evaluating all applicacions for their impact on the envir- onment. These involve seven primary steps which will result in appropriate and thorough review and evaluEtion. The process may be terminated at any of the first three steps upon an appropriate finding; but if it proceeds to Step 11, then it must go all the way through Step 7. An applicant who feels that an Environmental impact Report (EIR) will be needed, may request that Steps 1, 2 and 3 be skipped and thereby save himself a slight amount of time. When an application has to go through Step 7, it requires from three to six months additional to the normal processing time. 1. Exempt Status Determination 2. Negative Declaration (See Short Form 31) 3. Supplemental Environmental Data Analysis followed by Negative Declaration (See Form 32) 4. Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) 5. Public Review of Draft EIR 6. Final EIR Prepared by Staff 7. Presentation to Planning Commission of f=inal EiR for Approval and of Application for Action in Light of the EIR Findings B. DETAILED EXPLANATION OF PROCEDURAL STEPS 1. Exempt Status Determination Certain proposals fall within lists established by the City based on State criteria as exempt from the impact report procedures. When an application is made for any permit (Form 30), the first step is to compare it with listed exemptions and If It appears on the list, a determination is matte that it is exempt. Such an assignment of "Exempt Status" completes the processing under environmental review and does not lengthen the normal processing time. The application is then processed according to usual Planning Department procedures for whatever action has been applied for. 2. Negative Declaration When a proposal has been determined to be "Non --Exempt", it is neces- sary that the applicant file for a "Negative Declaration" (Form 31). The information requested thereon is then used by the City staff as the basis for a determination an whether or not to issue a Negative Declaration. If the Planning Director issues a Negative Declaration, the processing for thee environmental review is deemed complete. This will normally require 35 days processing time. The application i -s then processed according to usual Planninra Department procedures for whatever action has be,. --n applied for. If, however, the application for Negative Declaration is denied, that decision may be appealed to the Planning Commission by the applicant within five (5) days of no- tification. PCI, 1 5/73 i �icPar triont 3. 1.01 Lnvironr,._-nt.aI Data Wh e-11 the Staff deternii nus on the basis of Short Form 31 that it does not have enough information cL, warrant a "Negarive Declaration", but that more detailed inforration miyht warrant such a declaration, the applicant shall subrnit the information called for on Form 32 titled, "Supplemental Environmental Data". The staff will again review the data supplied and make a determina- tion whether to issue a "Negative Declaration". The issuance of a Negative Declaration at this stage may be contingent on the willing- ness of the applicant to make changes in the application to mitigate negative impacts. Depending upon the speed at which the applicant submitted the supplemental data, the: issuance of a Negative Declara- tion aL this Step 3 may have added anywhere up to 42 days to the normal processing time. At this stage, the decision to deny the Negative Declaration may be appealed by the applicant to the Planning Commission within five (5) days of the date of the decision. If no appeal is made, or if such appeal is denled, an onvlronmental impact report must be prepared (Steps 4 through 7). 4. Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Under the g-Idel ines for the 'r►plementation for the Crl ifornra Environmental Quality Act as established by the State of California, EIR's are processed in two phases: first (Draft EIR); second (Final EIR). The Draft EIR contains the technical data and profes- sional evaluation which serves as the basis of the review process. As soon as the staff determines that a Negative Declaration will not be issued, the Planning Director shall establish whether the staff or a consultant will prepare the EIR, if he determines thata con- sultant is required, he will arrange for time and cost estimates from a minimum of three consulting firms, whenever possible. These firms shall be supplied with a copy of the original application, a copy of the application for Negative Declaration, a copy of the Supplemental Environmental Data, specific instructions as to major impacts to in- vestigate, intensity of investigation, any specific data sources or contacts, and a time schedule. L The Planning Director will select a consultant firm from among the proposals submitted. If the applicant agrees to the selection and to the cost, the contract will be placed before the City Councii for approval contingent upon the applicants depositing with the City the amount of the contract, plus processing fees. If the Director determines that the staff shall prepare the EIR, a time and cost estima shall be presented to the applicant who shall deposit with the Cit; the estimated amount, plus processing fees, prior to the initiation of work. If the applicant disagrees with the recommendation of the Planning Director, the method, manner, stlectior. or preparation of the EIR, the matter _..hall be submitted ;.o the Planning Commiss )n for a deter- mination at its next regular meeting. Pg. 2 5/73 San Rafael Planning Department D. Pub? is Perin., of Dra t E).. Upon cOE-plat ion of the Drz,f• copes 5h:,] , 'Je suppl led to appro- pt iately conrerned pub) is ;_.ou,ric;es ar-,d nr:tice Or evai lai=d i lty of the Dra Ft E i R ani ) 1 be mai 1 c:d to res rdcn-r E i r the c;rea o; the proposed pro_iect, and the arae rji i he s_ pc� terJ. Suct; alai r Ings and notices rill st)ecify ,.hat- comments on ttie Draft Eirt. must be returned to the Planning Director prior to specifier' date. The hasic review.will be 45 da, -s. This wii) enable. organization; that meet once per month to receive the information at them- first meeting, evaluate it'between meetings, and take action on it at their second meeting. Where the specifics of an application justify a shorter review period, the Director may so specify in the notices that are mailed and posted. 6. Final E1R The guidelines established by the State of California specify that the Final EIR shall contain the Draft EIR plus the comments received from other governmental agencies and the public or a summary thereof, plus the response of the CIty Planning Department staff to these com- ments. The staff report may include any or all of the following: a. Agreement or disagreement with any of the comments received. b_ Additions to or modifications of the Draft EIR to reflect comments received. C. Recommendations that conditlons be imposed upon the applica- tion which would mitigate adverse impacts. Throughout the processing of the final Impact report, the applicant is advised to keep himself continuously posted on the commentary .received so that is is possible, In accordance with Section 1rO13 of*the State regulations, "to enable environmental considerations to Influence pro- ject, program or design". Attention is also directed to Section 15012 which specifies "These things must be done prior to approval or disap- proval F the project." 7. Presentation to Planning Commission for Action on Final EIR and Original Application -` When the Final EIR Is completed. It will be scheduled, on the earliest possible agenda, for Planning Commission review and approval simultan- eously with the Commission's consideration of the original application for the project proposal. The Commission, a, -t its option, may consider the adegUacy of the impact report first and then the original appl?cation, or may hear discussion on both siwultaneously. The Commission shall, by motion, take action to approve or disapprove the Environmental Irrprct Report, and 'then may take action on the original application. If it does not approve the Environmental lripact Report, it may defer prod:sing of the application until further t-.ork is performed on the Impact Report to its satisfac- tion. Pg. 3 5173 ' i,... bepartment SAP! RiUFAEL PLr;';"! I `! PEPARTIMPIT ENVI ROP'i F'ITA . I,IPACT EY.Eh1PTIOMS-- PROJECT CATEGORIES WHICH NOPMALLY MAY NOT REQUIRE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTS (E.i.R.) The follov,ing projects are exempt from requirements of Section 15084 California Resources Code: 1. All applications which involve upgradin^ of existing developments and wherein no physical enlargement of the structures is included. 2. Interior or exterior alterations and repairs to existing buildings which do not require Planning Commission action. 3. Exterior reoaintina within the established earthtone-woodtone color ranges as set forth under the authority of Chapter 14.11 of the San Rafael Municipal Code. 4. Demolition of structures in accordance with Section 4409 of the Uniform Building Code. 5. Construction of individual single family residences and duplex residences which comply with the Ordinance requirements. 6. Accessory structures on single family or duplex lots wherein such accessory structures comply with Ordinance requirements, e.g.: awnings, patios and patio covers; carports, garages and storage buildings; swimming pools; fences under six feet in height. 7. Grading Permits -- Ordinance #1062 (over 50 C.Y.), up to 300 cubic yards. 8. Pilling of basements, cellars and wells to the elevation of immediately surround- ing land. 9. Annual or other periodic renewal of permits or licenses for existing and continu- ing uses and activities not involving any new construction and not 'involving the extraction of natural resources from the ground. 10. Encroachment Permits: a. Council approval - on City's rights-of-way. b. Public Works Office approval - frontage improvements --curb, gutter and sidewalk. C. Public Works a-proval - utility -encroachment permits, 11. Structural encroachment parmits - waterways -- Ordinance #993 - 15 feet from bank of stream. 12. Sanitary sewer permits -- emergency work necessary to remedy an immediate hazard to public health or safety. 13. Lot line relocations which comply with ordinance requirements. 14. Conversion of existing apartments to condominiums with no external change of structures and where present code requirements are being met, e.g.: parking building code. 15. GPC (General Plan Conflict) applications. 16. Zoning Ordinance Text amendments not involving proposed development plans. 17. General area rezonings (not involving development plans). 18. Sign permits and all conditions imposed thereunder issued in accordance with Chapter 14.12 of the San Rafael Municipal Code. 19. Maintenance and repair of existing private and public streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters and other public service facilities. 20. Landscaping not involving any alterations in the natural contour of hillside land and not involving any major alteration in the natural contour of other land and not involving destruction of major areas of natural vegetation. 21. Expansion of existing commercial and industrial structures for existing uses where the expansion does not exceed, In floor area, a maximum of sten percent (10%) of the existing floor area, or 3,000 square feet of floor area, which- ever 1s the lesser. W 0�L=V 22. In circumstances l -n which an application does not fit the above categories, but receives exempt status from City Staff with concurrence of the. City Council and Planning Commission. -2 SAN RAFAEL PLANNING DEPARTMENT No. Date GUIDELINES FOR USE IN APPLYING FOR FNUIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE LOCATION Address Lot & Block No. Assessor's Parcel iso. .y SPONSOR OR REPRESENTATIVE Address Zip Code Telephone Number The Application for Environmental Clearance is the preliminary basic data used to determine eligibility for use or development permit entitlement under State Law AB889. Exemptions - Projects included in one of the exemption categories will not be required to complete an Application for Environmental Clearance, Negative Declaration - Projects considered for possible Negative Declaration will be re- quired to compiete this Application for Environmental Clearance. Based upon the facts provided, the Planning Director will make a determination whether or not a Negative Declaration will be made. E.I.R. Reauired - All projects not considered as exempt which have not received a Negative Declaraticn will require an Environmental Impact Report. When required, the applicant,will submit complete Environmental Impact Data on Form No. Format for Application A. Background Information Ia. Give a brief description of the proposed project. b. Name of project c. Legal description and plot layout (to scale as required) d. Existing zoning and use e. Proposed zoning and use 2. Describe graphically the project area, including distinguishing natural and manmade characteristics, e.g.: schools, hospitals, shopping centers, etc.; vicinity map (to scale as required) B. Environmental Questionnaire - Attach completed form C. Statement of 'No Significant Environmental Impact" Indicate the basic reasoning with documentation, if one or more of the answers on the Environmental Questionnaire indicate adverse consequences, but mitiga- ting circumstances indicate a negative declaration is warranted. NOTE: It is essential that applicants response to the item "B" questionnaire follow the format of the enclosed outline using the same item numbers for answers and supplementary documentation. SAiL RAFAEL PLANNING DEPARTMEIIT ENVIRONMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE The following questions require responses, explanations or substantiation for adequate evaluation and processing. I. Characteristics of the Natural Environment 1. Does the project site involve a unique landform or biological area, such as beaches, sand dunes, marshes, tidelands or San Francisco Bay? 2. What manmade features, cultural or scenic resources of national, state or community -wide significance exist on the site or in vicinity. A. Land (Topography, Soils, Geology) 1. Will the project involve construction on slopes of 40% or greater7 2. Is the project to be located in an area of soil instability (sub- sidence, landslide or severe erosion)? 3. Is the project site located on, or adjacent to a known earthquake fault? S. Water 1. Is the proposed project located within a flood plain? 2. Does the proposed project involve a natural drainage channel or streambed? C. Biota 1. Are there any rare or endangered species of plant life in the project area? 2. Will any mature trees be removed or relocated? 3. is the project site adjacent to, or does It include, a habitat, food source, water source, nesting place or breeding place for a rare or endangered wildlife species? 4. Could the project significantly affect fish, wildlife, reptiles, or plant life? 5• Is the project located inside or within 200 feet of a fish or wildlife refuge or reserve? 0. Potential Alteration to Natural Features I. Will the proposed project result in the removal of a natural resource for commercial purposes (including rock, sand, gravel, oil, trees or minerals)? 2. Will the project involve grading in excess of 300 cubic yards? II. Potential Impact from Use and Activities of Proposed Project A. Pollution (Air, Water, Noise, Land) I. Will the project create dust, fumes, smoke or odors? 2. Will the project involve the burning of any material, including brush, trees and construction materials? 3. •Is the project expected to result in the generation of noise levels in excess of that currently existing in the area? 4. Will the project involve the application, use, or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, including pesticides, herbicides, other toxic sub- stances or radioactive material? M B. App] [cable Pollution Controls and Standards 1. 4111 the proposed project require a permit or other approval from any of the follo.jing agencies? State Water Resources Control Board Regional Water Quality Control Board State Department of Public Health Bay Area Air Pollution Control District San Francisco Bay Conservation b Development Commission Metropolitan Transportation Commission U. S. Environmental Protection Agency County Airport Land Use Commission Association of Bay Area Governments County Board of Supervisors 2. Does the project require variance from established environmental standards (e.g., air quality, noise, water quality)? C. Impact on Public Services, Facilities and Utilities 1. Circulation a. Is the project expected to cause noticeable increase itt pedestrian traffic or a change in pedestrian patterns? b. Will the project result in noticeable changes in vehicular traffic patterns or volumes (including bicycles)? c. Will the project affect demand for mass or rapid transit? d. Will the proposed project involve the use of off -the -road vehicles of any kind (such as trail bikes)? 2. Water Supply and Sewage Disposal a. Will the project entail the acquisition of water from wells or surface sources for commercial and/or nondomestic usq? b. Will water recycling methods be incorporated? c. Will primary screening of effluent be provided? -3 d. Will septic tanks be utilized for sewage disposal? 3. Demand for Service from Special Districts and/or Municipalities or County a. Will the project require the extension of existing public utility lines? b. Will the proposed project require public services from an agency, district or public utility which is currently operating at or near capacity? D. Social Effect a. Is the project apt to result in the congregating of more than 50 people on a regular basis? b. Will the project result in the introduction of gctivities not currently found within the community? E. Other Impact Effects a. Will the project employ equipment which could interfere with existing communication and/or defense systems? b. Is the project located within the flight path or noise impact area of an airport? C. Other (describe, if any) III. Conformity of Project to Policies, Goals, and Plans A. Land Use 1. Is the proposed project expected to result in other changes in land use, a. on site of the project? b. off site of the project? sip 2. Could the project serve to encourage development of presently undeveloped areas, or increases in development intensity of already developed areas (examples include the introduction of new or expanded public utilities, new industry, commercial facilities or recreation activities)? -4 3. Dces the project involve the construction of more than 20 dwelling units; therefore, having potential for cumulative effect reaction of significant level. 4. Is the project adjacent to or within 500 feet of an existing public facility or site for same? 5. Does the project require variance from adopted community plans, policies or goals? 6. Does the project involve lands currently protected under the Williamson Act or an Open Space Easement? B. Visual Impact 1. Is the site for the proposed project adjacent to a designated Scenic Highway or within a Scenic Corridor? 2. Will the project obstruct scenic views from existing residential areas, public lands, or public roads? 3. Does the project involve the construction of buildings or structures in excess of three stories or 36 feet in height? C. Social/Cultural Impact 1. Will the project require the relocation of people or business in order to clear the construction site? 2. Does the project site involve a known historical or archeological site? 3. Will the project proposal generate substantial public opposition? 2.1 SAN RAFAEL PLANNING DEPARTMENT APPENDIX 1 ENVIRONMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE This listing is intended to represent a comprehensive and illustrative listing of environmental factors, any or ali of which may be associated with a given project. Only pertinent factors should be included in the Environmental Data Form , prepared by the applicant or sponsoring agency if the project may result in a sig- nificant change from existing conditions. Disregard portions which are not appli- cable. A. Hydrologic Conditions - Watershed in which project located (particularly downstream drainage) - Surface and groundwaters receiving project effluent or drainage diver- sion. Surface or groundwaters that may be withdrawn by project - Conditions downstream or on projects receiving waters which may be impacted --such as flood prone areas, aquatic -riparian habitats of species with sport, spectator, commercial, or scienfific value, water oriented recreation areas, public water supplies - Project site's flood, storm runoff or tsunami hazard B. Atmospheric Conditions - Airshed or basin in which project is located (particularly downwind) - Local microclimate, circulation patterns, prevailing winds, storm exposure - Quality of air receiving atmospheric emissions from project - Conditions downwind and/or in airshed of project which may be impacted -- such as public facilities, recreation areas, vegetation and wildlife areas particularly sensitive to air pollution, noxious odors, or other atmos- pheric phenomena C. Geologic Conditions - Erosion potential on site (cliff, sheet, gully, wind) - Seismic hazards on site or which would influence site (fault zone, shaking, liquification) - Stability of geologic conditions on site (areas prone to landslide, subsi- dence) Bearing conditions of soils on site - Soil permeability and infiltration rates - Productivity of soil for agricultural uses D. Vegetative or Biotic Conditions - Vegetation of high brush -forest fire potential on site or close proximity to site - Areas of low revegetation potential on site - Relatively undisturbed or unique vegetation communities on site and within close proximity to site - Rare or endangered species on site and within close proximity to site - Highly productive habitats for species of sport, spectator, commercial or educational value, on site or within close proximity to site E. Sonic Conditions - Area within sound of project construction and operation (sounds audible to humans and animals) - Developments - facilities within sonic area which would be particularly sen- sitive to sounds generated, such as schools, churches, hospitals, theaters, parks, residential areas - Wildlife, domestic stock within sonic area which would be particularly sensi- tive to sounds generated - Areas of exceptional quiet and serenity within sonic range of project F. Visual Conditions - Area within view of project and/or area visible from project (particularly at foreground and middleground distances) Features of architectural -cultural significance and/or scenic areas that will be seen Public recreation areas, parklands, residential areas that will have view of project Commercial attractions that directly benefit from view, that will have view of project - Wildlife, domestic stock within view area which would be particularly sensl, tive to movements - Visual qualities that presently characterize project G. Socio -Economic Setting The following socio-economic factors should be described if the impact assessment indicates a potential significance change from the existing condition. If the impact assessment does not indicate that there will be a significant change in the following factors - it should be so stated, instead of including a detailed description. 1. Amenity Conditions - Safety - crime and delinquincy rates, fears caused by existing hazards - Health - air/water pollution, noise - Comfort - amenable climate, noise, vibration - Convenience - access to public services, places of high amenity - Social interaction - relationships between neighbors, traffic and pedestrian flow - Privacy - absence of intrusion, control of individual territory - Individual expression - allowance for individual or group control over actions in the environment 2. Migrational Trends - Influences on the dominant/sub-dominant groups within the population 3. Characteristics of the Population - Income, age, education, racial background, family size L., - Distinct settlements of socio-economic groups - particularly deprived economic and minority groups - Neighborhood groups -2 4. Employment Opportunities - During and after construction 5. Fiscal Effects on Public Service Programs - Schools, police, fire protection H. Existing and Planned Land Uses 1. Current land use map for• site and surrounding area (land use map should include area in which growth or population shifts would be induced by project) 2. Policy as per general plan documents (to include area in which growth or population shifts would be induced by project) 1. Access - Circulation Patterns 1. Circulation routes - highways, trails, easements, navigation, public transit, channels, pipelines, airports, railroads, that would serve project. 2. Service area of routes of the transportation modes that would provide service for the project. 3. Capacity of routes servicing project to move traffic, accommodate future traffic. J. Project Actions or Activities p 1. Temporary actions or activities involved in the construction of the project (blasting, fill hauling and stock piling). 2. Permanent Actions or Activities - Actions once completed are relatively permanent - structures, impervious surfacing - Activities which continuously occur over time but may vary frgm occasion to occasion and intervals between occasions - outfalling of coolinq water - Routine maintenance of project - dredging of channels and spoil disposal z O F- u U J a a o, - c •u •t C 7 m O C) Li s I L--_— —� CA �+ u C :3 —•� a c ua m — a m d u at u � I CL I 4 4- 41 ;° LL 4j Lq 4- M 7 L C LA C D C O c u w n O 0 J LL .1 a, in LU +� - u m u L a C c +j c m z 41 O > > 10 4� E y m a u 7 •— 7 .— L > c — E u ro d m +J -0 a) m L [� u cj m m w o �u O s1 03 LU _> 4.+ U m O1 > m d m — N L u 61 in C •— •— ♦J z --In CCU 0a z c u m '- m 'x �. E > - O 4) O C m L .L O z u 6) •O 4- u 4. jW G Z 0 W W •C _ m ` E > L w u G N u a) L- Q C m O C m rn qct N u a C •— C u m u ++Co Di a1 O_ 4- rn v inE EX O Q u .D Q W 4- N z O F- u U J a a ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT CHECKLIST SAN RAFAEL PLANNING OEPARTMENT �I v NI 7 �1 M L C O 0' a No Yes i E D The follaring checklist Is used by the Planning Staff to determine whet.a r a specific project will or will not have a significant irrpact on the envir- onment. Item No Address of Property Assessor's Parcel No. Type of Development Proposed Date 1'9 Ch3ract=ristics of vic f.atural Cnvircnment 1. Does the project site invo!ve a unique landform or biological area, such as beaches, sand dunes, marshes, tidelands or San Francisco Bay? 2. What mannnade features, cultural or scenic resources of national, state or cocmunity-wide significance exist on the site or in vicinity. A. Land (Topography, 5olls, Geology) 1. Will the project involve construction on slopes of 402 or greater? 2. Is the project to be located in an area of soil instability (sub- sidence, landslide or severe erosion)? j. Is the project site located or., or adjacent to a known earthquake fault? B. Water 1. Is the proposed project located within a flood plain? 2. Does the proposed project involve a natural drainage channel or streambed? C. Biota n 1. Are there any rare or endangered species of plant life in the project L areal ❑ ETFI 2. W1I1 any mature trees be removed or relocated? i/ Magnitude --A quantitative measurement of the adverse or positive environmental effect within the project's limits, e.g.: (a) displaces no more than 10 families --modest (range 1), In terms of quantity; (b) increased peak hour traffic of 30 trucks --modest (range 2). 2/ Imaort--The adverse or positive consequence, significance, or Imgact nn the environment, e.g.: (a dlslocatlon of ethnic minority --serious due to difficulty regarding relocation of such farl- Iles (range 3); (b) noise level will exceed acceptable decibel limit--serlous (range 3) due to the fact that the 30 trucks, cement transit mix, must pass through residential *neighborhood. The measurement scale shall range In points. from -3 to +3* *Minus numbers represent adverse significance. Plus numbers represent positive significance. F-1 3. Is the project site adjacent to, or does it include, a habitat, food source, %,ater source, nestinn piece or breeding place for a rare or endangered wildlife species? ❑-1 4. Could the project significantly affect fish, wildlife, reptiles, or L—L—L—J plant 1 i f e 7 F1�j S. Is the project located Inside or within 200 feet of a fish or wildlife ALJ refuge or reserve? D. Potential Altrrction to l:M ural Fentures F1I. Will the proposed project result in the remcval of a natural resource for commercial purposes (includirg rock, sand, gravel, oil, trees or minerals)? ❑ 2. Will the project involve grading In excess of 300 cubic yards? II. Potential Impact from Use and Activities of Proposed Project A. Pollution (Air, Water, Iroise, Land) 1. Will the project create dust, fumes, smoke or odors? ❑ j�� 2. Will the project involve the burning of any material, including brush, trees and construction materials? ❑ 3. Is the project expected to result to the generation of noise levels In excess of that currently existing in the area? ❑ �� 4. Will the project involve the application, use, or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, including pesticides, herbicides, other toxiC'sJD- stances or radioactive material? B. Applicable Poliritinn Controls and Standards ❑ 1. Will the proposed project require a permit or other approval from any of the following agencies? State Water Resources Control Board Regional Water Quality Control "card State Department of Public Health Bay Area Air Pollution Control nistrict San Francisco Bay Conservation 6 Development Commission Metropolitan Transportation Cormission U. S. Environnenttl Protection Anency County Airport Land Use Commission Association of Bay Area riovernments County Board of Supervisors 2. Does the project require variance from established environmental standards (e.g., air quality, noise, water quality)? C. Impact r+n Public Srrvices; Facilltl.is and Utilities 1. Circulation a a. Is the project expected to cause noticeable increase in pedestrian traffic or a change in pedestrizn patterns? b. Will the project res:;lt in noticeable changes in vehicular traffic patterns or volumes (including bicycles)? ❑ c. Will the project affect demand for mass or rapid transit? 1-1d. Will the proposed of any kird (such project as trail involve bikes)? the use of off -the -road vehicles 2. Water Supply and Serape Disposal ❑ a. Will the project entail the acquisition of eater from wells or surface sources for commercial ana/or nondomestic use? ❑ b. Will water recycling methods be incorporated? e. Will prinary screening of effluent be provided? ' ❑ d. Will septic tanks be utilized for sewage disposal? 3. Demand for Service from Special Districts and/or Municipalities qr County ❑ �� a. Will the project require the extension of existing public utility lines? Re ❑ b. Will the proposed project require public services from an agency, district or public utility which is currently operating at or near capacity? D. Social Effe,t F -1a. Is the project apt to result in the congregating of more than 50 people on a regular basis? ❑ b. Will the project result in the introduction of activities not currently found within the community? E. Other Impact Effects a a. Will the project employ equipment which could interfere with existing communication and/or defense systems? 1771 IS Is the project located within the flight path or noise Impact area of an airport? Jc. Other (describe, if any) III. Conformity of Project to Policies, Goals, and Plans A. Land Use (� 1. Is the proposed project expected to result in other changes in land �f use, a. on site of the project? ElI I I b. off site of the project? E_L] 2. Could the project serve to encourage develop-ent of presently undevvloped art- as, cr i^._-c•!DC° in deveIon-7.,•nt inccnsIEy of .31reaay drveIO:Cc, ;,re'Is (cxarplcs irclLcc u!a introouctioil of nrw or expanced pub IIc utiIiti.,s, new industry, ce:raerelal facilities or recreation acti,,ities)1 ❑ 3. Coes tha project involve the construction of more than 20 d.jelling units; th:refore, having potential for cumulative erfect reaction of significant level. Q E I+. Is the project adjacent to or within 500 feet of an existing public facility or site for same? 5. Does the project require variance from adopted community plans, Policies or goals? 6. Does the project involve lands currently protected under the Williamson Act or an Open Space Easement? B. Visual Im.ac: 1. Is the site for the proposed project adjacent to a designated Scenic Highway or within a Scenic Corridor? 2. Will the project obstruct scenic views from existing residential areas, public lands, or public roads? D [771 3. Does the project involve the construction of buildings or structures in excess of three stories or 36 feet in height? C. Social/Cultural impact i. Will the project require the relocation of people or business in order to clear the construction site? ElL I I 1 2. Does the project site involve a known historical or archeological site? 11 L I T-1 3. Will the project proposal generate substantial public opposition? N Form coni,Lted (date) Revi,,-.; _d by on Reviewed by on Revie�aed by on Retutnzd to initiar:no dep2rrment (date) Based on Cie above review, it is found that an environmental irnpact statement•is required. Signed Data by Deparcnent Department (date) , Department (date) . Department (date) Received by Based on tie shove review, (and the statement below), it is found that this project does not cause any significnar environmental' impact. Signed STATEMENT OF NO SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS For any poict, answered yes or "urtlmown", the reasons for a negative declaration are as follows: Date COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DATA A. Project Graphics (scale as required) 1. Site Map a. Topography b. Geological characteristics c. Fauna and flora 2. Vicinity Map (scale as required) a. Topography b. Geological characteristics e. Natural waterways and areas subject to flooding d. Seismic hazards e. Approximate age of structures B. Applicant's Statement of Project Objectives 1. Type of Project, e.g.: a. Residential: number of units approximate bedroom count/population range of sale prices housing type and ownership pattern (sale, rental, condominium, or other) market analysis traffic generation and parking estimates b. Commercial: type (neighborhood, regional, etc.) site size market area number of employees commerclal--lease or sale traffic generation and parking estimates c. Industrial: type(manuf., non-manuf., SIC code, warehousing, research and development) site size in square footage/acreage square footage estimated employment service area occupancy type -unknown or specific traffic generation, loading and parking estimates d. Institutional: major functions site size b other relevant sizes, i.e., number of beds square footage service area number of employees traffic generation and parking estimates e. Community (planned unit) Development, mixed use, or other. C. Description of Project Characteristics 1. Identify elements or factors with the potential for producing a significant effect on the balance of the ecosystem. 2. Identify any historical, scenic, rare and unique characteristics, and any cultural qualities. 3. Identify any sources or potential sources of noise, traffic congestion, glare, air and water pollution. 4. Neighborhood characteristics (ethnic make-up, average age of residents, Income level) 3. Community benefits.