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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2003-029 N.C.S. 02/24/2003J ~ 1 Resolution No. 2003-029 N.C.S. of the City of Petaluma, California APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP FOR THE MAGNOLIA PLACE PROJECT 1120 MAGNOLIA AVENUE (APN 048-141-012) & 1111 GOSSAGE AVENUE (APN 048-132-027) WHEREAS, an application was filed by Mission Valley Properties for amendments to the General Plan Land Use Map to redesignate the approximately 6.31 acre development area and the 2.21 acres of private open space on the Magnolia Avenue site from Public Park to Urban Standard and to redesignate the approximately 7.37 acre Gossage Avenue site from Suburban Residential to Urban Standard to allow development of a 45 unit residential subdivision, which includes the dedication of approximately 8.74 acres of parkland to the City of Petaluma; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed Public Hearing;;on April 9, 2002, and considered all written and verbal communication on these matters before rendering their recommendation for denial to the City Council; and, WHEREAS, all reports and recommendations to the Planning Commission were forwarded to the City Council; and, WHEREAS, the City Council held a duly noticed Public Hearing to consider this amendment on February Sand February 24, 2003, and considered all written and verbal communications before rendering its decision; and, WHEREAS, the potential environmental impacts of the project were considered and proper action has been taken by the City Council in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act and local environmental guidelines. Resolution No. 2003-029 N.C.S. 3 NOW, THIEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Petaluma City Council hereby approves the requested amendments to the General. Plan Land Use Map to change the designations as outlined above based upon the following findings: 1. That the proposed amendment is deemed to be in the public interest. The Amendment to the General Plan map will allow the City to obtain additional parkland at no cost to the City as well as provide additional housing. A park is vitally needed in the neighborhood. The City does not have the necessary funds to acquire or maintain the parkland. The developer is also offering a maintenance annuity. The Gossage Avenue site currently contains a chicken ranch that is not compatible with the adjacent residential uses. The land proposed for development is within the City's Urban Limit Line and Sphere of Influence and was slated for development. The proposed drainage system will handle not only increased drainage from the proposed development, but will handle a portion of the current drainage and storm water flows during peak flows as well. Improvements to Magnolia Avenue will increase safety for pedestrians. 2. That the proposed General Plan amendment is consistent and compatible with the rest of the General Plan and any implementation programs that maybe affected. The General Plan Amendment furthers a number of objectives, policies and goals of the General Plan, which are listed in the Initial Study. The development will be within the Urban Limit Line and Sphere of Influence, be harmonious with its setting and enhance the City's image; improve the appearance, function and safety of Magnolia Avenue; provide additional parkland to help the City meet its adopted minimum standards; assist in providing a range of housing, types, including higher-value housing; and improve drainage in the area. 3. That the potential impacts of the proposed amendment have been assessed and have been determined not to be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare. Resolution No. 2003-029 Page 2 An Initial Study of Environmental Significance was completed and it was determined that the project, with the incorporation of mitigation measures, will reduce potential impacts to less than significant. In addition, the provision of a new neighborhood park, street and drainage improvements will be beneficial to the public health, safety and welfare. 4. That the proposed amendment has been processed in accordance with the applicable provisions of the California Government Code and the California Environmental Quality Act. The applicant provided an Environmental Impact Questionnaire and numerous environmental studies with the application. An Initial Study of potential environmental impacts was prepared and referred to all responsible agencies and agencies with jurisdiction over natural resources affected by the project held in trust by the State. A Notice of Intent to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration, which delineated the review period, was published in a newspaper of general circulation, as well as sent to all residents and property owners within 500 feet of the proposed development. The potential for the significant impacts to geology and soils, air, hydrology and water, noise, visual quality and aesthetics, biological resources and cultural resources were identified. Mitigation measures were proposed and agreed to by the applicant that will reduce potential impacts to less than significant. 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) meetin~'~~~~--~ on the ......... 24............ day of ........ Febiuary , 20 03, by the .................................. ...... following voter •••• ~•••••••••••••• °••••• City Attorney AYES: Canevaro, Harris, Healy, Vice Mayor O'Brien NOES: Mayor Glass, Torliatt ABSENT: Moy ~ n ~ ATTEST: City Jerk ayor Council File ................................... Res. No........ 2003-029.......N.C.S.