HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 97-19PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 97-19
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A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DIAMOND BAR ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING
CITYWIDE DESIGN GUIDELINES AS PART OF THE CITY'S
DEVELOPMENT CODE.
A. RECITALS.
1. On April 18, 1989, the City of Diamond Bar was
established as a duly organized municipal corporation of
the State of.California. Thereafter, the City Council of
the City of Diamond Bar adopted its Ordinance No. 14
(1990), thereby adopting the Los Angeles County Code as
the ordinances of the City of Diamond Bar. Title 21 and
22 of the Los Angeles County Code contain the Development
Code of the County of Los Angeles now currently
applicable to development applications within the City of
Diamond Bar.
2. On July 25, 1995, the City of Diamond Bar adopted its
General Plan. The General Plan establishes goals,
objectives and strategies to implement the community's
vision for its future. This vision includes the
promotion of land uses which exhibit a high level of
aesthetic and functional quality which complements and
adds to the physical and social character of the City.
3. The City of Diamond Bar has determined that the existing
zoning and development standards contained within the
County of Los Angeles Planning and Zoning Code (Title 22
of the Municipal Code) fails to provide the adequate
guidance needed to achieve the quality of development
envisioned by the General Plan.
4. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar on
September 9, 1997, September 23, 1997, October 14, 1997,
October 27, 1997, November 12, 1997, November 25; 1997
and December 9; 1997 conducted duly noticed public
hearings with regard to the Diamond Bar Draft Citywide
Design Guidelines."`
5. The Planning Commission has reviewed the Draft Diamond
Bar Citywide Design Guidelines and' after due
consideration of public testimony,- staff analysis and the
Commission's deliberations has determined that the Draft
Citywide Design Guidelines attached hereto as Exhibit "A"
and incorporated by reference into this Resolution
satisfy and exemplify the aesthetic goals and needs of
the community. The Planning Commission has duly
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considered the issues related to Draft Citywide Design
Guidelines so astoprovide maximum benefit to the City.
6. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this
resolution have occurred. 9C
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by
the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as
follows:
1. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds
that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. The Planning Commission hereby recommends that the
City Council adopt the draft Citywide Design
Guidelines for the City of Diamond Bar attached
hereto as Exhibit "A."
3. The Planning Commission hereby determines that there
is no substantial evidence that the draft Design
Guidelines as a part of the Development Code will
have a significant effect on the environment and
therefore a Negative Declaration (ND 97-3) has been
prepared, pursuant to the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as
amended, and the guidelines promulgated thereunder,
pursuant to Section 15070 of Article 19 of Chapter
3 of Division 13 of Title 14 of the California Code
of Regulations.' -
4. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds
and determines that, having considered the record as
a whole including the findings set forth below,
there is no evidence before this Planning Commission
that the Citywide Design Guidelines proposed herein
will have the potential of an adverse effect on
wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the
wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence,
this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the
presumption of adverse effects contained in Section
753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations.
5. The Planning Commission finds and determines that
the Citywide Design Guidelines are consistent with
and implements the specific goals, objectives and
strategies of the City of Diamond Bar General Plan,
addressing the aesthetic quality of development
within the City. - -
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The Secretary of the,Planning Commission.shall:
a. Certify to the adoption of this -Resolution; and
b. Transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the City
_w Council forthwith.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 1997,
BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
Joe RL61ckaChairman
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed,
and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar,
at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 9TH day
of December 1997, by the following vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Ruzicka, McManus,
Goldenberg, Fong
NOES:
ABSENT:
IST
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS: r?ye
1 7 C)
James DeStefano, Secretary
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�� CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
ENVIRONMENTAL CBECWAST FORM
FOR INTFIAL STUDY
F•. N.y !t'•'n '�
Pursuant to Guidelines for California Environmental Quality Act §15063 (f}, this form, along with the
Environmental Information Form completed by the applicant, meets the requirements for an Initial Study.
This form is comprised of six parts:
Part 1 Background
Part 2 Summary of Environmental Factors Potentially Affected
Part 3 Determination
Part 4 Evaluation of Environmental Impacts
Part 5 Discussion of Environmental Impacts
Part 6 Sources
PART I -BACKGROUND
1. City Project Title: Development Code
2. Project Address/Location: Entire City of Diamond Bar
3. Date of Form Submittal: June 25. 1997
4. Applicant: City of Diamond Bar
Firm Name: City of Diamond Bar
Address: 21660 E. Copley Drive, Suite 190
CitJ:'State%Zip: Diamond Bar, California 91765
Phone: (909) 860-2489
Fax: (909) 861-3117
5. Lead Agency: Community Development Department
Contact: James De Stefano. Director, and Catherine Johnson, Senior Plarmer
Address: Same as above
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B. The zoning regulations clearly describe the following:
1. Authority for the City to regulate zoning and related development activity in the
Cit};
2. Zoning District provisions which include identification of the individual zoning
categories (::.2... camrncrcial, industrial, special purpose, and overlay
zones), and ail -,m bl.: la ail t„, at1i► iti.,. consistent with the land use designations
of the 1995 i;cncr.iI 111x::
3. Identification of the folloxr-ing:
a. Individual zoning district development standards (e.g., height limits,
minimum parcel dimensions, parcel coverage, setbacks, etc.);
b. Permits and entitlements necessary to secure City authorization to implement
development projects; and
C. hdrm:iustrative procedures for the filing, review, noticing, and conducting
of public hearings, if required, appeals of City actions, and the amendment
of the General Plan, the zoning map and the Development Code.
C. The subdivision regulations clearly describe the following:
1. administrative procedures for the filing, review, and processing of tentative parcel
and tract maps, and related functions (e.g., certificates of compliance, mergers, and
lot line adjustments) in compliance with State law (Government Code Section
66110, et seq, — Subdivision Map Act); and
2. The improvement requirements that ensure that the subdivision approvals will carry
out the purpose and intent of the General Plan and Articles R (Zoning Districts and
Allowable Land Uses) and Z° (Subdivisions) of the Development Code.
D. The new Development Code will be known as Title 22 of the Diamond Bar :•Municipal Code.
9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Briefly describe the project's surroundings.
The Development Code will serve to implement its provisions on a City-wide basis.
10. Miter public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation
agreement.).
No other public agency approvals are required.
11. List City of Diamond Bar related applications for this project that must be processed simultaneously.
No other City of Diamond Bar related applications are required.
12. - List prior projects for this parcel.
Not applicable.
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All of the above listed environmental factors could be potentially affected in an extremely positive manner
with the adoption of the Development Code. The Development Code embodies procedures, provisions,
regulations, and standards that address these environmental factors in a manlier which ensures that the negative
impacts that would otherwise result from the approval and implementation of the varied development project
applications commonly,"po€entially filed in the City would be minimized or properly conditioned to result in
no significant adverse environmental impact.
Recog izm,- that the nein Development Code is the primary implementing tool of the 1995 General Plan the
answers to the questions specified in Part 4 (Evaluation of Environmental Impacts) beginning on page 6 of this
Eu ironmental Checklist, will identify, as "Source #s," the relevant strategies from the General Plan as well
_. as the Land Use Map (Figure I-2) on page I-27 of the General Plan.
The "Source *s" will be identified as depicted in the following example: Strategies 1.1.1 thru 1.1.14 (1-1Q)
= and the Land Use lMap. The number in parenthesizes identifies the General Plan page on which the particular
strategy is located.
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PART 2 - SUMMARY OF EM IRONNIENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
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The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one
6 impact that is a 'Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
1. Land Use and Planning
9. Hazards
2. Population and Housing
10. Noise
3. Geologic Problems
11. Public Services
4. Water
12. Utilities & Service Systems
5. Air Quality
13. Aesthetics
6. Transportation/Circulation
14. Cultural Resources
7. Biological Resources
15. Recreation
8. Energy & Mineral Resources
16. Mandatory Findings of Significance
All of the above listed environmental factors could be potentially affected in an extremely positive manner
with the adoption of the Development Code. The Development Code embodies procedures, provisions,
regulations, and standards that address these environmental factors in a manlier which ensures that the negative
impacts that would otherwise result from the approval and implementation of the varied development project
applications commonly,"po€entially filed in the City would be minimized or properly conditioned to result in
no significant adverse environmental impact.
Recog izm,- that the nein Development Code is the primary implementing tool of the 1995 General Plan the
answers to the questions specified in Part 4 (Evaluation of Environmental Impacts) beginning on page 6 of this
Eu ironmental Checklist, will identify, as "Source #s," the relevant strategies from the General Plan as well
_. as the Land Use Map (Figure I-2) on page I-27 of the General Plan.
The "Source *s" will be identified as depicted in the following example: Strategies 1.1.1 thru 1.1.14 (1-1Q)
= and the Land Use lMap. The number in parenthesizes identifies the General Plan page on which the particular
strategy is located.
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PART 3 - DETERMINATION Project Number/Title: Title 22 -- Development Code
to be completed by Lead Agency
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant ADVERSE effect on the environment, and
a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. ' �x
Ifind 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 projecL A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared_ _
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
Ifitidthat the proposed project T% W.7 have a significa it effect on the environment, but at least one euect (1)
has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and (2) has been
addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as describ;.d on attached sheets, if the effect
is a "potentially significant impact" OR "potentially sir!niticant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONNIENTAL
IMPACT REPORT is required, but it mutt analyse 0111)• the cffccts That. remain to be addressed.' _
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 all potrntialiy significant effects (1) have been analyzed adequately
in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (2) have begin avoided or mitigated pursuant to that
earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. _
Signature of xad A1,Uncy
Catherine Johnson, Senior Planner
Printed Name
June 25, 1997
Date
James De Stefano, Director
For
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c PART 4 - EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
°m 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 in the parentheses following each question.
A "ho Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources showthat the
impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g. the project falls outside a fault
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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 E1R is required.
4.
`Potentially Significant Unless AEtigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation
measures has reduced an affect from "Potentially- Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant
Impact." The lead agency must described the mitigation measures and briefly explain how they reduce
the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section NMI, "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 15463
(c)(3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section VII at the end of the checklist.
6.
Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for
potential impact (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, and other sources used or individuals contacted should
be cited in the discussion.
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Environmental issues - continued
ENVIRODUVHNrAL ISSUES
Potentially
Significant
Potentially
Unless Less Than
Significant
Mitigation Significant No
Impact
Incorporated Impact Impact
1. F; -N1) • US E A ---N 1) 11 [.XN til NG. 'Wduld ft" proposal:
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a . C011fliCt Witli GCEM-01 flan (k',i211,11i011 or
zoning? Source #s: Strategies 1.1.1 thru
1.1.10 ([-10)
x
b- Conflict with applicable :ir, r1ml., or
policies adopted by agenJ,:, I., 11hiw 1-d'!,6on
over the project?
Source #s: Strategy 1.2.2 (III -11)
x
c. Be incompatible with existing land uses in the
Vicinity?
Source #s: Strategy 2.2.1(1-19)
x
d. Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g.
impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from
incompatible land uses)'?
Source #s: Strategy l.1.10(1-12)
x
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e. Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of
an established community (including a low-
income or minority community)?
Source ft's: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.4 (1-13)
x
1101 -SING. Woluld thljprOlhi-Sinil:
a. Cu7JJtJlJti'k-C1yCXCCCd 011ki3l 1-'-Qi0TMl Or local
population projection?
Source #s: Strategies 1. 1. 4 & 1. 1. 5 (H-26)
x
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: Strategy 1. 1.5 (11-26)
c. Displace ensting housing, especially affordable
housing?
Source ft's: Strategy 2.2.1 (11-28)
x
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Environmental Issues -continued
Potentially
Potentially Urdes Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
No
I
Impact Incorporated Impact
impact
�k.ouldthc-proposal
resultin oe.CVW$c pcbplc tQ petontial
impacts .
im°ulvin¢•
.
a.
Fault rupture?
Source #s: Strategies 1. 1.2 & 1.1.3 (IV -9)
X
b.
Seismic ground shaking?
Source #s: Strategies 1.1.2 & 1.1.3 (IV -9)
X
C.
Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction?
Source #s: Strategies 1. 1.2 & 1. i.3 (W-9)
X
d.
Seiche (water tanks, reservoirs), tsunami, or -
volcanic hazard?
Source #s: Strategies 1.1.1 thru 1. 1.3 (IV -9)
X
e.
Landslides or mudflows?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 (IN' -9 &
10)
X
f.
Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill?
Source #s: Strategies 1.1.1 thin 1.1.3 (IV -9)
X
g.
Subsidence of the land.)
Source #s: Strategies 1.1.1 thru 1.1.3 (IV -9)
X
h.
Expansive soils?
Source #s: Strategies 1.1.1 thru 1. 1.3 (1%-9)
X
i.
Unique geologic or physical features?
Source #s: Strategies 1.1.1 thru 1. 1.3 (IST -9)
X
:4.-AVATF,R: -Would the proposal result in:::
a.
Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns,
or the rate and amount of surface runoff?
Source #s: Strategy 1.2.1 (IV -9}
X
b.
Exposure of people or property to water related
hazards such as flooding?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 {iV-9 &
10)
X
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Environmental Issues - continued
Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Sigufrcant &litigation Significant No
impact Incorporated Impact Impact
c. Discharge into surface water or other alteration
of surface
dissolved t vt
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 (TV -9 &
10)
d. Changes in the amount of surface water in any
water body?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 (IV -9 &
10)
c_ Changes in currents, or the course or direction
of water movements?
Source ##s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 (IV -9 &
10)
f. Change in the quantity of around 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: Strategies 1.2.1 thin 1.2.3 (1V-9 &
10)
g. Altered direction or rate of flow of
groundwater?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 (TV -9 &
10)
h. Impacts to groundwater quality?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 (IV -9 &
10)
i. Substantial reduction in the amount of
groundwater otherwise available for public
water supplies?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1 thru 1.2.3 (IV -9 &
10)
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X
X
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Environmental Issues - continued
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Si -W ificant No
hupact Incorporated Impact Impact
a.
Violate any air quality standard or contribute to
an existing or projected air quality violation?
Source #s: Strategies 1.9.2 & 1.9.3 (Wml.2)
x
b.
Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants?
Source As: Strategies 1.9.1 thru 1.9.5 (lir-12)
x
C.
alter air movement, moisture, or temperature,
or cause any change in climate?
Source #s: Strategies 1.9.2 & 1.9.3 (IV -12)
x
d.
Create objectionable odors?
Source #s: Strategies 1.9.2 & 1.9.3 (IV42)
x
6..-TRA'SPORTAT1Q\%(:)Ri'I;T,A'1'1(J)'. Would the.pinposal result,in;,.:_.:. ,
a.
Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion?
Source #s: Strategies 1.9.4 (IV42), 1.1.4 (V-
22), & 3.2.1 (V-27)
X
b.
Hazards to safety from design features (e.g.
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or
incompatible uses (e.g. farm equipment)?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.3, 1.3.1, & 1.3.3 (V-
24)
x
c.
Inadequate emergency access or access to
nearby uses?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.3 & 1.3.3 (V-21)
x
d.
Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site?
Source #s: Strategies 2.1.1, 2.1.5, & 2.1.8 (V-
25), & 4. 1.1 thru 4.2.4 (V-27)
Z
e.
Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or
bicyclists?
Source #s: Strategies 2.1.8 (ti -25) & 3.1.6 (V-
26)
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f.
Conflicts with adopted policies supporting
transportation (e.g. bus turnouts, bicycle racks)?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.3 (V-24), 2.1.8 &
2.2.1(V-25), 3.1.6 (V-26), & 3.2.1(V-27)
x
g.
Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts?
Source #s: Strategies 2.1.4 & 2.1.9 (V -25)y
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Environmental Issues - continued
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Poten&fly
LO
Significant
Potentially LlTdesz Less Than
Significant N1,11tigation. Significant
No
Impact Incorporated Impact
Impact
7.- -BIOLOGICAL RFSOt-RCFS- Wouldtho proposal
wsult in im#acl Lo; ...
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a. Endangered, threatened or rare species or their
habitats (including but not limited to plants,
fish insects, animals., and birds)?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.1, 1.2.2, 1.2-3,
L 2.5 (M- 11 & 12)
x
b. Locally designated species (e.g. hei-tage
trees)?
Source 4s: Strategies 1.1.11, 1.1.122 & 1.2.5
(III -i1 & 12)
c. Locally designated natural communities (e.g.,
oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)?
Source his: Strategies 1.1.11, L I 12, & 1.2.5
(III -11 & 12)
x
d. Wetland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and
vernal pool)?
Source #s: Strategies 1. 1. 13 (III -11), 1.2.1,
1.2.2,1.2.3,&1.2.5(111-11&12)
x
e. Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors'
Source ffs: Strategies 1. 1. 13 (111-11), 1.2.1,
1.2.2, 1.2.3, & 1.2.5 (III -11 & 12)
x
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8. E—NFRGN"::tND MINERAL RESOURCK' W
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a. Conflict with adopted energy conservation
plans?
Source #s: Strategies lZlthru2
2.3-1&2.3.2,&2.4.1thru2.4.4(iil-li,.k 17) x
b. Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and
inefficient manner?
Source #s: Strategies 2.2.1 tbra2.2,10 (M-15),
2.3.1&2.3.2,& 2.4.1 thru 2.4.4 (111-16 & 17) x
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Potentially
r,
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
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: Strategy — None. Issue Analysis
Number 8 (Mineral Resources) states as
follows: "There are no significant, concentrated
mineral resources in Diamond Bar, with the
possible exceptions of oil and hydrocarbons."
(IU -9)
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a.
A risk of accidental explosion or release of
hazardous substances (including, but not
limited to: oil. pesticides, chemicals or
radiation)?
Source #is: Strategies 2.1.2 (I-19), 2.5.2 &
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2.5. 10 (III. -17 & 18), 1.8.1 & 1.8.2 (IV -12), &
2.3.3 (VI -7)
Y
b.
Possible interference with an emergency
response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
Source 4s: Strategies 1.6.1 thru 1. 8.2 (IV 11 &
12)
X
C.
The creation of any health hazard or potential
health hazard?
Source #s: Strategies 1.8.1 & 1.8.2 (IV -12) &
2.3.3 (VT -7)
X
d.
Exposure of people to existing sources of
potential health hazards?
Source #s: Strategies 1.8.1 & 1.8.2 (N-12) &
2.3.3 (`I-7)
X
e.
Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable
brush, grass, or trees?
Source #s: Strategies 1.4.1 & 3.3.5 (1-14 &
21), 1.1.7 (III -10), & 1.3.1 thru 1.4.2 (IV -10)
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially
Unless Less Than
Significant
Nlitigation Significant
No
Impact
Incorporated Impact
Impact
3. increases in existing noise levels?
Source fis: Strategies 1. 10. 1 thru 1. 10. 12 (I\'-
13 & 14)
X
b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels?
Source #s: Strategies 1.10.1 thru 1. 10.12 (IV -
13 & 14)
11.- PUBLIC -SERVICES. Would tile proposal have an effect upon,
orresult in a need fornew-or
altered government services, in.any oftlie following al -pas.-- ---------------
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a. F;7 -,L Protection?
Source #s: Strategies 1.3.1 thro. 1.4.2 (TV -10)
X
b. Police Protection?
Source #s: Strategies 1.5.1 & 1.5.2 (IV -11)
X
C. Schools?
Source #s: Strategies 1.3.1 thru 1.3.4
X
d. Maintenance of public facilities, including
roads?
Source fts: Strategies 2.3.1 & 2.3.2 (1-19),
1-1.5 & 1.1.6 (V-23), 3.1.4 (V-26), & 2.2.1
(%1-7)
X
C. Other g(roverrunental services?
Source #s: Strategies 2.3.1(1-19), 1.1.1 (VI -4),
L2- 1, 1.2.2, 1.3.3, 1.4.1, & 1.4.3 (VI -5), &
2-2-1 thru 2.3.3 (VI -7)
X
Wnrold the proposal
.. ....... . .......
result in aced for new systums or
a. Power or natural gas?
Source #s: Strategies 1. 1. 1 thru. 1. 1. 5 (VI -4),
1.2.10-1-5), & 2.2.1 (VI -7)
X
b. Communication systems?
Source #s: Strategies 1. 1. 1 duo 1. 1.5 (VI -4),
1.2.1 & 2.2.1 (VI -7)
X
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Environmental Issues - continued
Potenfiay
Significant
Potentially
Unless Less Than
Sigmficant
Mtgatton Significant
No
Impact
Incorporated Impact
Impact
c.
Local or regional water treatment or
distribution facilities?
Source #s: Strategies 1, 1. 1 thru 1. 1.5 (VI -4),
1.2.1 (VI -5), & 2.2.1 (10-7)
x
d.
Sewer or septic tanks?
Source fts: Strategies 1. 1. 1 thru 1. 1.6 (X-1-4),
1.2.1(W-5), & 2.2.1 (VI -7)
x
e.
Storm water drainage?
Source 9s: Strategies 1.2.2 (IV -10), 1. 1. 1 thru
1. 1. 5 (VU -4), 1.2. 1 (V-1-5), & 2.2. 1 (V-1-7)
x
f.
Solid waste disposal?
Source 9s: Strategies 2.5. 1 thru 2.5. 10 (III -17),
1.1.1 thru 1.1.5 (VI -4), 1.2.1 (VI -5), & 2.2.1
(VI -7)
x
g.
Local or regional water supplies?
Source 9s: Strategies 1. 1. 1 thru 1. 1.5 (VI -4),
1.2.1 (VI -5), & 2-2.1 (VI -7)
x
13—AESTHETICS.
Would ffie proposal -
a.
Afica a sc,;uic Vista or scenic biahwav?
Source #s: Strategies 1. 1.6 (I-12), 1.2.3 (1-13),
2.6.2 1. 1.9 (V-24)
x
b.
Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect?
Source #s: Strategies 1.2.3 (1-13), 3.1.2 (1-20),
& 1. 1.9 (V-24)
x
c.
Create light or glare?
Source #s: Strategies 3.2.3 (1-20), 1.2.2 (M -
I1), & 2.2.2 (111-15)
x
'R
1. - --. :
----------- - ---- - ------- -------
:,:,- I : ------------
-----------... .. . ....
a.
Disturb paleomologica I resources'?
..........
Source #s: Note 1.
x
&
Disturb archaeological resources?
Source #s: Note 1.
x
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c. Affect historical resources?
Source #s: Note 1.
d. Have the potential to cause a physical change
which would affect unique ethnic cultural
values?
Source ifs: Note L
e. *Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within
the potential impact area?
Source #s: Note 1.
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Potentially
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
X
X
X
Note 1 This category, entitled "14. Cultural Resources," as well as its five individual categories (a. thra
e.) are not specifically addressed in the 1995 General Plan. Therefore, Strategies 1.5.6 (1-16),
1.6.4& 2.1.1 (1-18), 3.3.4 (1-21), & 1.1.6 (111-10) serve to provide a general framework with which
to ensure that new or modified development proposals, or the installation'extension of public or
private services, would not endanger, or have an adverse impact on, any of the resources identified
above.
a. Increase the demand for neighborhood or
regional parks or other recreational facilities?
Source #s: Strategies 3.2.1 (1-20) & 1.31 thru
1.3.8(111-12&13) X
b. Affect existing recreational opportunities?
Source #s: Strategies 3.2.1(1-20) & 1.3.1 thru
1.3.8 (T11-12 & 13) X
16. NUN.-DATORY 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 periods of
California history or pre -history'? X
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b. Does the project have the potential to achieve
short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term,
environmental goals?
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 indirectiy`t
17. EARLIER ANALYSES
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Potentially
Stgiuficant
Potentially Unless Less Than
significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact impact
h
x
X
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
13063(c)(3)(D). In this case -a discussion should identify the following on attached sheets:
a) Earlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses and state where they are available for review.
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 analyses.
C) Mitigation measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation
Incorporated." describe 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.
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PART 5 - DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL BIPACTS
Discussions within each section may be grouped.
No discussion is required since there are no apparent adverse impacts that would result from the
implementation of the proposed project (Development Code) as evidenced by the answers to the questions
specified in Part 4 (Evaluation of Environmental Impacts) beginning on page 6 of this Environmental
Checklist, above.
I. LAND USE AND PLANNING
a.
b.
C.
d.
C.
2. POPULATION AND HOUSING
a.
b.
C.
3. GEOLOGICAL PROBLEMS
a.
b.
C.
d.
e.
f
€-
h.
1.
4. WATER
a.
b.
C.
d.
e.
f.
g -
h
i.
5. AIR QUALITY
a.
b.
C.
d.
6. TRANSPORTATIONICIRCULATION
a.
b.
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d.
f.
9-
7.
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
a.
b.
C.
d.
e.
8.
ENERGY
3.
b.
C.
9.
HAZARDS
a.
b.
C.
d.
e.
10.
NOISE
a.
b.
ii.
PUBLIC SERVICES
a.
b_
d.
e.
12.
UTILITIES AND SERN710E SYSTEMS
a.
b.
C.
d.
e.
f
9.
13.
AESTHETICS
a.
b.
C.
14.
CULTURAL RESOURCES
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a.
b.
C.
d.
e.
15. RECREATION
a.
b.
16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a.
b.
C.
d.
PARTE-SOURCES
1. General Plan- City of Diamond Bar, CottonBeland Associates, Inc. and Charles Abott Associates;
July 25, 1995.
2. Draft Development Code, City of Diamond Bar; Urban Design Studio, Jacobson & NWack, and
CraNxtord Multari and Clark Associates; November 1997.
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CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
Negative Declaration 97-Y
for
Cite of Diamond Bar Comprehensive Development Code
This form is comprised of three sections::
Section I Project Description and Location
Section 2 Environmental Findings
Section 3 Initial Study (Environmental Information and Checklist)
June 25, 1997
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