HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2004-170 N.C.S. 09/13/2004 resolution No.2004-170 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
APPROVAL OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE SWEED
SCHOOL TOWNHOUSE REZONING AND SUBDIVISION TO BE LOCATED AT 331
KELLER STREET, APN 006-213-004
WHEREAS, an Initial Study of potential environmental impacts was prepared and the
results of the study indicated that the proposed Sweed School Townhouse subdivision project, as
mitigated, will not cause any significant adverse environmental impacts; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Petaluma held. public hearings on
April 27 and May 25, 2004, on the subject application, heard testimony and concluded that the
findings and conditions as amended were adequate and recommended to the City Council
approval of the proposed development; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council considered the Sweed School Townhouse Rezoning and
Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map proposal on September 13th, 2004, and considered all written
and verbal communications concerning potential environmental impacts resulting from the
project before rendering a decision.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council approves a Mitigated
Negative Declaration subject to the following Findings and Mitigation Measures:
Findings for Approval of a Mitigated Negative Declaration:
1. An Initial Study was prepared and demonstrated that there is no substantial evidence
that supports a fair argument that the project, as conditioned, would have a significant
effect on the environment.
2. The project does not have the potential to affect wildlife resources as defined in the
State Fish and Game Code, either individually or cumulatively, and is exempt from
Fish. and Game filing fees because it is proposed on a small, undeveloped site
surrounded by development with none of the resources as defined in the Code.
3. The project is not located on a site listed on any Hazardous Waste Site List compiled
by the State pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the California Government Code.
4. The Planning Commission reviewed the Initial Study and considered public
comments before making a recommendation on the project.
5. A Mitigation Monitoring Program has been prepared to ensure compliance with. the
adopted mitigation measures.
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6. The record of proceedings of the decision on the project is available for public review
at the City of Petaluma Planning Division, City Hall, 11 English Street, Petaluma,
California.
MITIGATI®N MEASURES
All Mitigation Measures adopted in conjunction with the Sweed School Townhouse
Subdivision and Rezoning Mitigated Negative Declaration which are identified in the
Initial Study for the Sweed School Townhouse Subdivision and Rezoning are herein
incorporated.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City.
REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the Approved as to
Council of the ~ity of Petaluma at a (Regular) (Adjourned) (Special) meeting form
on the .........13~............ day of .......September....... , 20 04 , by the
following vote:
City Attorney
AYES:. Mayor Glass, Harris, Vice Mayor Moynihan, Thompson, Torliatt
NOES: None
ABSENT: O'Brien RECUSED: Healy
ATTEST: ....J _ '
City Cler Mayor
Council File
Res. Nn. ......2004-170........N.C.S.