HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2014-127 N.C.S. 7/21/2014Resolution No. 2014-127 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
APPROVING THE TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP FOR THE RIVERFRONT
MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 500 HOPPER STREET
APN 136-010-027
FILE NO. 11 -TSM -0130
WHEREAS, Basin Street Properties submitted an application for a Zoning Map
Amendment and Tentative Subdivision Map for the Riverfront Mixed Use Development (File
No. 11 -TSM -0130) to subdivide the parcel located at 500 Hopper Street, APN 136-010-027 into
144 residential lots and 4 parcels for public Parcels A through D. The application is referred to as
"the Project" or the "proposed Project"); and
WHEREAS the City prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report ("EIR") to assess
the potential environmental effects of the Project, including the Tentative Subdivision Map, and
the Draft EIR was circulated for public review and the City prepared a Final EIR providing
written responses to comments received during the public review period (the Draft and Final
EIRs are collectively referred to as the EIR); and
WHEREAS, a staff report, dated June 24, 2014 described and analyzed the Final EIR
and the Project for the Planning Commission reviewed conformity of the tentative subdivision
map with General Plan 2025, the Central Petaluma Specific Plan ("CPSP"), and applicable
zoning and other regulations, and recommended approval of the Project (he staff report is
incorporated herein by reference and available for public review in the Planning Division at City
Hall during normal business hours); and
WHEREAS the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing at which time
all interested parties had the opportunity to be heard, and following the public hearing, the
Planning Commission adopted Resolution 2014-15 recommending certification of the Final EIR,
Resolution 2014-16 recommending adoption of the proposed zoning amendments, and
Resolution 2014-17 recommending approval of the Tentative Subdivision Map, which
resolutions are incorporated herein by reference and available for public review in the Planning
Division at City Hall during normal business hours; and
WHEREAS, on July 21, 2014, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on the
Project, including the tentative subdivision map; and
WHEREAS, on July 21, 2014, the City Council reviewed the CEQA evaluation for the
project and certified the Final Environmental Impact Report and adopted the Mitigation
Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Project, all in accordance with the California
Enviromnental Quality Act and the City of Petaluma Environmental Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, on July 21, 2014, the City Council introduced an ordinance approving a
Zoning Map Amendment to rezoned the property located at 500 Hopper Street to T-4 (General
Urban), T-5 (Urban Center), T-6 (Urban Core) and CS (Civic Space); and
WHEREAS, the proposed Riverfront Mixed -Use Development Tentative Subdivision
Map is subject to Title 20, Subdivisions, of the Municipal Code (Subdivision Ordinance) and
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the State Subdivision Map Act, which regulate the design and improvement of proposed
subdivisions: and
WHEREAS, as described in the staff report, the Riverfront Mixed -Use Development
Tentative Subdivision Map proposes to subdivide the project site into 144 lots and 4 public
parcels; and
WHEREAS, As proposed, 134 single family residences will each be on separate lots, 39
townhouses and 4 live/work units will be on three lots, and commercial and mixed use buildings
will be on three lots; Parcels A, B, and C will contain an active park, the central green and multi-
use path adjacent to Highway 101, respectively; Parcel D will be dedicated to the City for a
potential future boathouse facility along the Petaluma River; and the Riverfront Park will be on
a separate state-owned property adjacent to the development site; and is included in the project
but not in the Tentative Subdivision Map; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed Tentative Subdivision Map illustrates the overall site layout,
proposed roadways (roadway widths, bike and pedestrian facilities), master utility plans (water,
sewer, and wastewater), grading plans, and stormwater treatment plans, among other
improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Project is proposed to develop in eight phases, for which multiple future
Final Maps will be recorded for the purposes of development in accordance with the CPSP; and
WHEREAS, as discussed in the staff report, the Tentative Subdivision Map is consistent
with the Petaluma General Plan 2025, the CPSP and the applicable provisions of the 2003
SmartCode: and
WHEREAS, the City Council hereby finds and determines as follows for the Tentative
Subdivision Map for the Riverfront Mixed Use Development:
A. The proposed Tentative Subdivision Map, as conditioned, together with provisions
for its design and improvements, is consistent with the General Plan 2025 and the
Central Petaluma Specific Plan, and will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety, or welfare in that adequate public facilities exist or will be installed, including
roads, sidewalks, water, sewer, storm drains, and other infrastructure.
B. The site is physically suitable for the density and the type of development proposed in
that it a relatively flat, undeveloped lot within the Urban Growth Boundary that will
serve to use land efficiently and promote infill at a residential density consistent with
the vision of the SmartCode.
C. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements will not cause
substantial environmental damage, and no substantial or avoidable injury will occur
to fish or wildlife or their habitat in that the Final EIR provided mitigation measures
to reduce identified potential impacts on environmental resources, including
biological resources and their habitat, to less than significant levels. All identified
mitigation measures are included as conditions of approval to ensure implementation
through the project.
D. The design of the subdivision and the types of improvements are not likely to cause
serious public health problems in that the project proposes a vibrant, walkable mixed-
use neighborhood on approximately 35.7 acres with a mix of residential, hotel,
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commercial and office uses, as well as approximately 4.0 acres of parks and trails
providing access to the Petaluma River. No industrial uses are proposed and the Final
EIR identified no significant health impacts.
E. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property
within the proposed subdivision in that the project is proposing a grid network of
public streets that will connect to the City's existing street network, including
provisions for emergency vehicle access. Existing easements will be preserved or
realigned to mesh with the subdivision design. The subdivision layout is consistent
with and does not preclude the future Southern Crossing bridge over the Petaluma
River connecting to Petaluma Boulevard South.
F. The Riverfront Mixed -Use Development Tentative Subdivision Map proposes
warrants pursuant to the CPSP and its implementing SmartCode to modify lot
setbacks for rear garages, lot setbacks and coverage for townhomes, parking in first
and second layers (front of Lot 134), and street sections as follows:
• Reduced rear yard setback for garages on 92 single family lots in T-4 Zone
(reduce rear yard setback for 2 lots to a minimum 12 feet, reduce rear yard
setbacks for 14 lots to a minimum 10 feet, and reduce rear yard setback for 76 lots
to a minimum 5 feet.
• Reduced setbacks for townhomes in T-4 Zone for three lots.
• Increased lot coverage for townhomes on three lots in T-4 Zone District to 80%
from the maximum of 60%.
• Allowed parking in the First and Second Layer (area in vicinity of front of lot and
facades) on lot 134.
• Modified Street Sections for local residential streets, a portion of the Caulfield
Extension between the Pomeroy property and the Central Green, and the main
street extending from the Central Green to the Petaluma River.
These warrants are justified by the following SmartCode Intent provisions: The T-4
Transect Zone Description defines the zone as "consisting of a mixed-use but
primarily residential urban fabric" with a "wide range of building types" including
"single, sideyard and rowhouses." It further states that "setbacks and landscaping are
variable" and the Zone description shall constitute the Intent with regard to the
"general character" of the development. The variable setbacks, lot coverage, parking
and street section modifications allow the site design to facilitate walking and biking,
as alternatives to automobile travel; by facilitating development of compact,
pedestrian -oriented neighborhoods; and by adequately accommodating automobile
travel while respecting and encouraging pedestrian movement. The requested
warrants for variable setbacks, landscaping, road sections, bike lanes and parking in
order to provide more space for landscaping, trees and pervious areas that encourage
pedestrian and bicycle travel, and that also provide compliance with Fire Code
requirements - all in accord with the Intent statement in the SmartCode.
G. The proposed Riverfront Mixed Use Development Tentative Subdivision Map
complies with the requirements of Chapter 20.16, Tentative Subdivision Map, of the
Subdivision Ordinance and with the Subdivision Map Act as further described in the
staff report;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Petaluma
as follows:
1. The Tentative Subdivision Map dated February 1, 2013, and on file in the Planning
Division, including the requested warrants as specified above, based on the findings
above and subject to the Conditions of Approval set forth in attached Exhibit A,
which is incorporated herein by reference, is hereby approved, conditioned on and
subject to Ordinance No. 2508 N.C.S., an Ordinance of the City Council of the City
of Petaluma Amending the Zoning Map Contained in Section 2 of the SmartCode and
the Zoning Map Contained in the Implementing Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No.
20300 N.C.S. for the Riverfront Mixed Use Development, APN 136-010-027, File
Number 11 -TSM -0130, talcing effect.
2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council, and
the approval of the Tentative Subdivision Map conditionally granted pursuant to this
resolution shall become effective upon Ordinance No. 2508 N.C.S. becoming
effective, without further action by the City Council.
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 theAppro ed as to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 21" day of July, 2014, f red
by the following vote:
City norney
AYES: Albertson, Mayor Glass. Harris. Healy, Vice Mayor Kearney, Miller
NOES: Barrett
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST: l ,l_.Y�i _ l ( A.i Vk
City Clerk ( `Y Mayor w—
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EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RIVERFRONT MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT
Project File No. 11 -TSM -0130
July 21, 2014
PLANNING DIVISION
1. Effective Date. The tentative map approval shall not be effective until the related zoning
map amendments are adopted and effective.
2. Before issuance of any development permit, the applicant shall revise the site plan or other
first sheet of the office and job site copies of the Building Permit plans to list these
Conditions of Approval as notes.
3. The plans submitted for building permit review shall be in substantial compliance with the
plans date stamped June 16, 2014, except as modified by these Conditions of Approval.
4. The applicant shall pay the Notice of Determination ("NOD") Clerk's fee to the Planning
Division. The applicant shall provide a $50.00 check made payable to the Sonoma County
Clerk. Planning staff will file the Notice of Determination with the County Clerk's office. The
applicant shall also provide a check for the State Department of Fish and Wildlife
environmental filing fee (as required under Fish and Wildlife Code Section 711.4d) to the
Sonoma County Clerk on or before the filing of the Notice of Determination (as of January
1, 2014, the fee is $3,029.75; contact the Clerk's office at (707) 944-5500 to confirm).
5. No building permits shall be issued for any buildings on the site until a Final Map has been
approved that covers the project locations for which building permits are sought.
6. Prior to Certificate of Occupancy, the developer/applicant shall record the following
notice in the Official Records of Sonoma County (requirement of the EIR), and shall include
the following notice in all sale, lease or rental agreements concerning any portion of such
property:
"This document shall serve as notification that you have purchased property or you are
leasing or renting premises in an area where river -dependent and/or agricultural support
industrial operations are located which may cause off-site effects including without
limitation, noise, dust, fumes, smoke, light, and odors, and which may operate at any
time of night or day. The nature and extent of such operations and their effects may
vary in response to fluctuations in economic circumstances, business cycles, weather
and tidal conditions and other conditions. This statement is notification that these off-site
effects are a component of the industrial operations in the Central Petaluma Specific
Plan area of the City of Petaluma and you should be fully aware of this at the time or
purchase, lease or rental."
The developer/applicant shall include the following notice in all sale, lease, or rental
agreements concerning any portion of such property:
"This document shall serve as notification that you have purchased property or you are
leasing or renting premises in proximity to the Caulfield Lane Extension which connects to
the "Southern Crossing", a bridge identified in Section 5.3 of the General Plan 2025,
intended to reduce traffic congestion along the D Street and Washington Street
corridors. The construction and operation of the Caulfield Lane Extension may cause off-
site effects including without limitation, noise, dust, fumes, and light any time of night or
day. This statement is notification that these off-site effects are a component of the
planned circulation improvements in the Central Petaluma Specific Plan area of the City
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of Petaluma and you should be fully aware of this at the time or purchase, lease or
rental."
8. Prior to building permit approval for Residential buildings the plans shall note the installation
of high efficiency heating equipment (90% or higher heating/furnaces) and low NOx water
heaters (40 or less) in compliance with General Plan policy 4 -P -15D (reducing emissions in
residential units).
Prior to building or grading permit issuance, the applicant shall provide a Construction
Phase Recycling Plan that would address the reuse and recycling of major waste materials
(soil, vegetation, concrete, lumber, metal scraps, cardboard, packing, etc., generated by
any demolition activities and construction of the project, in compliance with General Plan
Policy 2-P-122 for review by the planning staff.
10. Prior to Final Map approval, the applicant shall record an irrevocable easement for shared
parking purposes for the parking facility located on Lot 134 to serve the planned Office,
Hotel, Retail and Active Park uses. The shared parking agreement shall allow for public
parking for time periods approved by the City. The form and content of the easement shall
be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney prior to recordation.
11. Plans submitted for building permit shall include pre -wiring for solar facilities for each of the
individual commercial and mixed-use buildings and are subject to staff review and
approval.
12. Prior to issuance of a grading/ building permit, the applicant shall provide a lighting plan
for planning staff reviewing and approval. The lighting plan shall include exterior light
locations and details of the proposed fixture type and brightness (lumens). All lighting shall
be glare -free, hooded and downcast in order to prevent light pollution and glare into
bicyclists' and pedestrians' eyes.
13. The applicant shall be subject to any fees in affect at time of building permit issuance.
Said fees are due at time of issuance of building permit (commercial uses) or occupancy
(residential uses) at which time, other pertinent fees that are applicable to the proposed
project will be required.
14. Signs are not approved as part of this project approval. Signs require a separate sign
permit. A Master Sign Program shall be prepared and reviewed and approved by the
Planning Commission for the commercial and mixed-use portions of the project prior to the
issuance of any sign permits.
15. The applicant shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City and its officials, boards,
commissions, agents, officers and employees ("Indemnitees") from any claim, action or
proceeding against Indemnitees to attack, set aside, void or annul any of the approvals of
the project to the maximum extent permitted by Government Code section 66477.9. To
the extent permitted by Government Code section 66477.9, the applicant's duty to
defend, indemnify and hold harmless in accordance with this condition shall apply to any
and all claims, actions or proceedings brought concerning the project, not just such
claims, actions or proceedings brought within the time period provided for in applicable
State and/or local statutes. The City shall promptly notify the subdivider of any such claim,
action or proceeding concerning the subdivision. The City shall cooperate fully in the
defense. Nothing contained in this condition shall prohibit the City from participating in the
defense of any claim, action, or proceeding, and if the City chooses to do so, applicant
shall reimburse City for attorneys' fees and costs incurred by the City to the maximum
extent permitted by Government Code section 66477.9.
16. If the applicant elects to install Public Art on-site, the proposed locations shall be
incorporated into SPAR plans and shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Art
Committee prior to installation.
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17. The applicant shall obtain and install benches for public parks and trails from the Petaluma
High School metal shop program for incorporation into the project to the extent feasible,
based on timing and needed volume.
18. All standpipes, check valves and other utilities shall be placed underground or fully
screened from view by decorative screening structures or landscaping to be reviewed and
approved by the Planning Manager.
19. All earthwork, grading, trenching, backfilling, and compaction operations shall be
conducted in accordance with the City of Petaluma's Subdivision Ordinance (# 1046, Title
20, Chapter 20.04 of the Petaluma Municipal Code). An erosion and sediment control plan
will be required for the subdivision grading plans. The proposed subdivision grading and
subsequent development phases that are over one acre in size will be required to prepare
a SWPPP in accordance with City and State regulations, and all future development will be
subject to City grading and erosion control regulations.
20. In the event that human remains are uncovered during earthmoving activities, all
construction excavation activities shall be suspended and the following measures shall be
undertaken:
a. The Sonoma County Coroner shall be contacted.
b. If the coroner determines the remains to be Native American the coroner shall contact
the Native American Heritage Commission within 24 hours.
c. The project sponsor shall retain a City -approved qualified archaeologist to provide
adequate inspection, recommendations and retrieval, if appropriate.
d. The Native American Heritage Commission shall identify the person or persons it
believes to be the most likely descended from the deceased Native American, and
shall contact such descendant in accordance with state law.
e. The project sponsor shall be responsible for ensuring that human remains and
associated grave goods are reburied with appropriate dignity at a place and process
suitable to the most likely descendent.
21. The developer, through an agreement to construct public improvements, including all new
on and off-site parks (the Riverfront Park, Active Park, Central Green) and the on and off-
site paths, unless also serving as an EVA, shall be required to provide all required
improvements consistent with Sheet Ll and the Riverfront Park Concept Plan and subject
to final approval of the approving body. The developer shall be reimbursed for the cost
thereof for on and off-site parks (the Riverfront Park, Active Park, Central Green) from the
fees collected from the subdivision or from other subdivisions in the same manner as set out
for land reimbursement by Section 20.34.1 10 and 20.34.120 of the Municipal Code.
22. Geotechnical investigations shall be required and recommendations implemented for
each development phase in accordance with requirements of the California Building
Code and City policies.
23. The applicant shall review and approve any site and architectural plans prepared for
future phased development by others, including, without limitation, the residential portions
of the project and the boathouse, prior to submittal to the City for Site Plan and
Architectural Review (SPAR), in order to provide coordination and consistency of design
intent as depicted in the Concept Plan and Architectural Intent Images on file with the
Planning Division.
24. The applicant shall prepare a Supplemental Map Sheet for filing with the Final Subdivision
Map to include and identify items that deviate from the 2003 SmartCode, consistent with
the deviations/warrants shown on sheet TM -7 and TM -8A in the Tentative Subdivision Map.
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25. The project description indicated a six year construction schedule and the Air Quality
analysis assumes a more conservative five year schedule. The applicant shall submit on
annual report to the Planning Division on actual and assumed construction to ensure that
the construction development schedule maintains consistency with the project description
and analysis contained in the EIR for the project.
26. Construction best management practices including exclusionary fencing for wildlife, barrier
fencing, avoidance buffers, and personnel training shall be implemented during
construction in proximity to the Coastal brackish marsh habitat located south of the
Riverfront Park component.
27. When preparing the detailed acoustical report during design phase, as required by
mitigation measure NOISE -1, the project acoustical consultant should consider the
following hierarchy of potential attenuation measures:
a. Building and bedroom orientation
b. Robust building shell construction
c. Densification of construction
d. HVAC and mechanical equipment
28. Mitigation Measure AIR -1: Require implementation of the following measures during
construction:
a. All exposed surfaces (e.g. parking areas, staging areas, soil piles, graded areas, and
unpaved access roads) shall be watered two times per day or to maintain minimum
soil moisture of 12%.
b. All excavation, grading, and/or demolition activities shall be suspended when average
wind speeds exceed 20 mph.
c. The simultaneous occurrence of excavation, grading, and ground -disturbing
construction activities on the same area at any one time shall be limited. Activities shall
be phased to reduce the amount of disturbed surfaces at any one time.
d. All trucks and equipment, including their tires, shall be washed off prior to leaving the
site.
e. All haul trucks transporting soil, sand, or other loose material off-site shall be covered.
f. All visible mud or dirt tracked -out onto adjacent public roads shall be removed using
wet power vacuum street sweepers at least once per day. The use of dry power
sweeping shall be prohibited.
g. All vehicle speeds on unpaved roads shall be limited to 15 miles per hour.
h. Site accesses to a distance of 100 feet from the paved road shall be treated with a 6 to
12 inch compacted layer of wood chips, mulch, or gravel.
i. All paving shall be completed as soon as possible after pipeline replacement work is
finished.
j. Sandbags or other erosion control measures shall be installed to prevent silt runoff to
public roadways from sites with a slope greater than one percent.
k. Idling times shall be minimized either by shutting equipment off when not in use or
reducing the maximum idling time to 2 minutes (California airborne toxics control
measure Title 13, section 2485 of California Code of Regulations (CCR) establishes a
maximum idling time of 5 minutes). Clear signage shall be provided for construction
workers at all access points.
I. All construction equipment shall be maintained and properly tuned in accordance
with the manufacturer's specifications. All equipment shall be checked by a certified
mechanic and determined to be running in proper condition prior to operation.
m. Post a publicly visible sign with the telephone number and person to contact regarding
dust complaints. This person shall respond and take corrective action within 48 hours.
The BAAQMD's phone number shall also be visible to ensure compliance with
applicable regulations.
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n. Vegetative ground cover (e.g., fast -germinating native grass seed) shall be planted in
disturbed areas as soon as possible and watered appropriately until vegetation is
established.
o. Use low VOC (i.e., ROG) coatings beyond the local requirements (i.e., Regulation 8,
Rule 3: Architectural Coatings).
p. All roadways, driveways and sidewalks to be paved shall be complete as soon as
possible. Building pads will be laid as soon as possible after grading, unless seeding or
soil binders are used.
29. Mitigation Measure AIR -2: Include the following measures as part of the construction
specifications (General Plan Policy 4-P-16):
a. Maintain construction equipment engines in good condition and in proper tune per
manufacturer's specification for the duration of construction;
b. Use alternative fuel construction equipment if available (i.e., compressed natural gas,
liquid petroleum gas);
c. Require that all construction equipment, diesel trucks, and generators be equipped
with Best Available Control Technology for emission reductions of NOx and PM through
the use of add-on control devices such as diesel oxidation catalysts or particulate
filters; and
d. Require all contractors use equipment that meets CARB's most recent certification
standard for off-road heavy duty diesel engines.
30. Mitigation Measure AIR -3: Require that construction activities implement the following
measures at the project sites to reduce construction equipment exhaust when building
construction activities occur within 200 feet of any residential use. The contractor shall
develop and the City shall approve a plan demonstrating that the off-road equipment
(more than 50 horsepower and on site for more than 2 consecutive workdays) to be used
in project construction (i.e., owned, leased, and subcontractor vehicles) would achieve an
additional 60 percent reduction in exhaust particulate matter emissions, compared to
similar equipment based on CARB statewide average emissions. Based on the CalEEMod
modeling, a feasible method to achieve this objective would be the following:
a. All diesel -powered construction equipment more than 50 horsepower used on-site
during all construction phases for more than two days consecutively shall meet or
exceed U.S. EPA Tier 2 standards for particulate matter emissions or substituted with
alternatively fueled equipment (e.g., LPG fuel).
b. Prohibit use of diesel -powered generators for more than two days when line power is
available.
c. All non-mobile construction equipment shall be alternatively fueled or meet U.S. EPA
Tier 2 standards for particulate matter emissions
31. Mitigation Measure AIR -4: Provide reimbursement to the City for the design and
construction of the Primary Influent Pump Station mechanical odor control unit. The odor
control unit shall meet current design criteria and be equivalent to the units installed at
recent pump station upgrades within the City.
32. Mitigation Measure 13I0-1: To mitigate for the impacts to 0.24 acres of seasonal wetland
habitat, the developer shall consult with agencies to identify feasibility of creating onsite
mitigation areas through remediation within the Riverfront park area. If onsite mitigation is
determined to be infeasible then, credits shall be purchased from an approved mitigation
bank at a ratio of one acre for every one acre impacted, or as otherwise directed by the
regulatory agencies. Due to general low -quality of the existing wetland habitat (e.g.
presence of non-native species, disturbed soils) within the project site, a mitigation ratio of
one acre mitigated for each acre impacted is recommended by the biologist. Prior to
issuance of grading permit, proof of purchase of mitigation bank credit or verification of
onsite wetland remediation to offset losses shall be submitted to the City and U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers.
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a. According to information provided by the project biologist, the Burdell wetland
mitigation bank, located just south of Petaluma, has mitigation bank credits available.
33. Mitigation Measure BI0-2: Develop final Riverfront Park design that avoids and protects
wetlands. The design shall also investigate the feasibility of creating wetland habitat as
part of the proposed Riverfront Park, which could serve to offset losses in lieu of purchasing
credits (See BIO -1). Implement standard best management practices (BMP) to protect
wetland areas during and after construction of the Riverfront Park to include, but not be
limited to installation of protective staking and silt fencing to prevent inadvertent intrusion
by equipment during construction.
34. Mitigation Measure BI0-3: Conduct vegetation removal within areas to be developed
between September 1 and January 30, outside of the general breeding bird season. If this
is completed, no further mitigation is required. Otherwise, if vegetation removal or
modification occurs between February 1 and June 15, require pre -construction nesting
surveys within 14 days prior to such activities to determine the presence and location of
nesting bird species. If vegetation removal or modification occurs between June 16 and
August 31, pre -construction surveys shall be performed within 30 days prior to such
activities. If active nests are present, establish temporary protective breeding season
buffers to avoid direct or indirect mortality of these birds, nests or young. The appropriate
buffer distance is dependent on the species, surrounding vegetation and topography and
shall be determined by a qualified biologist as appropriate to prevent nest abandonment
and direct mortality during construction.
35. Mitigation Measure CUL -1: If during the course of ground disturbing activities, including, but
not limited to excavation, grading and construction, a potentially significant prehistoric or
historic resource is encountered, all work within a 100 foot radius of the find shall be
suspended for a time deemed sufficient for a qualified and city -approved cultural
resource specialist to adequately evaluate and determine significance of the discovered
resource and provide treatment recommendations. Should a significant archeological
resource be identified a qualified archaeologist shall prepare a resource mitigation plan
and monitoring program to be carried out during all construction activities.
36. Mitigation Measure CUL -2: In the event that human remains are discovered, all work shall
be suspended and the Sonoma County Coroner shall be contacted in accordance with
provisions of the California Public Resources Code section 5097.98-99 and the Native
American Heritage Commission shall be notified in accordance with the provisions of
Public Resources Code 5097, so that the "Most Likely Descendant" can be designated.
37. Mitigation Measure GEO-1: Require implementation of all recommendations as set forth in
the geotechnical investigations and updates prepared for the subject property by Miller
Pacific Engineering Group (dated March 2006, July 2009, August 2011, January 2013,
December 2013), including but not limited to recommendations for site and soil
preparation, foundation designs, drainage and installation of utilities. Buildings shall require
the following: structural foundation systems, such as mat slabs or rigid interconnected
grade beams, able to resist the anticipated strong ground shaking and potential for
differential movement caused by liquefaction and/or consolidation of the bay mud, b) soil
improvement, c) deep foundation systems or d) other engineering techniques as
recommended in additional geotechnical investigations of liquefaction hazards. All
structures shall meet the California Building Code regulations and design requirements for
seismic safety.
38. Mitigation Measure GEO-2: Implement the recommendations of the project geotechnical
investigations and updates prepared for the subject property by Miller Pacific Engineering
Group (dated March 2006, July 2009, August 2011, January 2013, December 2013)„ except
as modified based on site-specific refinements. Settlement mitigation measures shall
include use of structural foundation systems (such as mat slabs or rigid interconnected
grade beams) for residential structures, which can withstand the potential total and
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differential settlements in accordance with recommendations of the geotechnical
investigations and deep foundations (driven piles or drilled piers) for heavier structures
planned in the northern portion of the site. Ground improvement, such as with the use of
Rammed Aggregate Piers (RAP), may also be appropriate at certain locations within the
site.
39. Mitigation Measure GEO-3: Prior to the issuance of grading permits and in accordance
with City of Petaluma Improvement Plan submittal requirements and procedures, the
developer shall submit construction plans along with Design Level Geotechnical Analysis
that specifically addresses the thicker fills up to ten feet in the area near the Future
Caulfield Lane Bridge in the southern portion of the site. The Improvement Plans and design
level Geotechnical analysis shall be subject to third party peer review in order to verify that
recommended measures to address differential settlement of bay mud associated with
thicker fills up to ten feet near the Future Caulfield Lane Bridge are adequate to
accommodate potential settlement. In the event that peer review concludes that the
recommended design measures will not sufficiently minimize the effects of differential
settlement, the developer shall be required to implement one of the following standard
construction techniques: 1) the use of lightweight fill material in place of heavier, existing
soils on areas that require thicker fill, or 2) pre -load areas that require thicker fill and allow
settlement to occur prior to construction. The developer shall be responsible for the cost of
the peer review and the City's Public Works Department shall coordinate the scope of
service and approve findings of the peer review prior to the issuance of grading permits.
40. Mitigation Measure HAZMAT-1: Require that the quality of the stockpiled soils be reaffirmed
/ tested prior to use for onsite fill, which shall be done following the Clean Imported Fill
Material Information Advisory prepared by the DTSC (DTSC 2001) in accordance with the
recommendation set forth in the 2013 Iris Environmental Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment.
41. Mitigation Measure HAZMAT-2: Prepare and implement a Risk Management Plan (RMP)
that provides the procedures to properly manage site groundwater that may be
encountered during construction activities. The plan shall address procedures for discovery
of any unknown features or environmental conditions that may be encountered during
activities that will disturb site soils.
The RMP shall include, but not be limited to the following components as set forth in the
2013 Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report:
a. Soil management: Provide guidelines for identification and analysis of unknown
environmental conditions and define responsibilities for management of discovery of
unknown features or site conditions.
b. Groundwater management: Prohibit use of groundwater encountered during
construction activities for dust control and allow discharge of groundwater to surface
waters only pursuant to a permit issued from applicable regulatory agencies. All permit
conditions must be satisfied prior to discharge.
c. Preparation and implementation of a site-specific Environmental Health and Safety
Plan by the general contractor to ensure that appropriate worker health and safety
measures are in place during redevelopment activities. Elements of the plan must
include all practices and procedures necessary to comply with all new and existing
Federal, California, and local statutes, ordinances, or regulations regarding health and
safety. Specific components of the EHASP must include the following: identification of
site hazards; assignment of specific health and safety responsibilities for site work;
establishment of appropriate general work practices; establishment of control zones
and decontamination procedures; job hazard analysis / hazard mitigation procedures;
air monitoring; required personal protective and related safety equipment; and
contingency and emergency information.
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42. Mitigation Measure HYDRO -1: Prepare final drainage plan as part of the Subdivision
Improvement Plans that provide calculations and documentation that the site storm drain
system and discharge culverts have adequate capacity to serve the project and
watershed area at full buildout. The storm drain system design shall be reviewed and
approved by the Sonoma County Water Agency.
43. Mitigation Measure HYDRO -2: In accordance with National Pollution Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) regulations, the developer shall prepare a Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Plan (SWPPP) for grading and construction of subdivision improvements. The SWPPP shall
also include provisions for the offsite Riverfront Park. All subsequent development phases
over one acre in size shall prepare and implement a SWPPP. The SWPPP shall address
erosion and sedimentation controls during all phases of construction, storage and use of
fuels, and use and clean-up of fuels and hazardous materials. The SWPPP shall prohibit
fueling, cleaning, or maintenance of equipment except in designated areas located as for
from the river as possible. As a precaution, require contractor to maintain adequate
materials onsite for containment and clean-up of any spills. The developer shall provide
approval documentation from the RWQCB to the City verifying compliance with NPDES
requirements. Acceptable proof of compliance is the Notice of Intent with a WDID number
or other equivalent documentation.
44. Mitigation Measure HYDRO -3: The applicant shall prepare and implement an erosion
control plan for the subdivision grading and each subsequent development phase site
plan. The plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City of Petaluma prior to issuance
of a grading permit for the proposed development. The erosion control plan shall include
phasing of grading, limiting areas of disturbance, designation of restricted -entry zones,
diversion of runoff away from disturbed areas, protective measures for sensitive areas,
outlet protection and provision for revegetation or mulching. The plan shall also prescribe
treatment measures to trap sediment, such as inlet protection, straw bale barriers, straw
mulching, straw wattles, silt fencing, check dams, terracing, and siltation or sediment
ponds. Catchment and settlement ponds will be constructed to contain silt being
deposited at temporary outlets. Temporary outlets will be rocked with silt control. Fiber rolls,
silt fences and fiber mats will be installed on all slopes.
45. Mitigation Measure HYDRO -4: The applicant shall prepare and implement on erosion
control plan for construction of the offsite trail and improvements for the Riverfront Park,
including, but not limited to: installing hay bales or appropriate temporary silt fencing
adjacent to the perimeter of the work area to prevent inadvertent transport of sediments
into the Petaluma River; limiting ground disturbance and vegetation removal during
construction; conducting work prior to the rainy season; protecting disturbed areas during
the rainy season; and immediately revegetating disturbed areas.
46. Mitigation Measure HYDRO -5: Subsequent
submit plans and detailed calculations 1
runoff treatment have been met in accoi
regulations.
development phases over one acre in size shall
i show that requirements for post -construction
9ance with the City's stormwater management
47. Mitigation Measure NOISE -1: Pursuant to General Plan Policy 10 -P -3C and the CPSP EIR
Mitigation Measure 10-1, a detailed acoustical report shall be prepared by a qualified
acoustical specialist as part of design phase to determine the noise control treatments for
the residential buildings, offices and the hotel to meet local and state standards. Noise
attenuation measures shall include as appropriate thicker walls, stucco siding, sound
insulating windows and/or doors, building and bedroom orientation and other measures
pursuant to the detailed acoustical report. To achieve the noise reduction requirements,
some form of forced air mechanical ventilation, satisfactory to the local building official,
would be required in all residential units and the hotel. Special sound rated building
elements such as windows and doors may also be necessary to reduce the intrusiveness of
the train noise given that typical noise levels could reach 95 dBA Lmax outside the nearest
townhomes if Quiet Zone status is not approved.
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48. Mitigation Measure NOISE -2: In accordance with Mitigation Measure 10-2 of the Central
Petaluma Specific Plan, require implementation of the following measures during all
phases of project construction:
a. Construction Scheduling. Limit noise -generating constructions activities to daytime,
weekday hours (7 AM to 6 PM) and 9 AM to 5 PM on weekends and holidays. When
construction is occurring within 100 feet of existing residences, then construction shall
be initiated no earlier than 8AM during weekdays, 9AM on Saturdays, and shall be
prohibited on Sundays and Holidays.
b. Equipment. Properly muffle and maintain all construction equipment powered by
internal combustion engines.
c. Idling Prohibitions. Prohibit unnecessary idling of internal combustion engines.
d. Equipment Locations and Shielding. Locate all stationary noise -generally equipment,
such as air compressors as for as practical from existing nearby noise sensitive
receptors.
e. Quiet Equipment Selection. Select quiet construction equipment, particularly air
compressors, whenever possible.
f. Noise Disturbance Coordinator. Designate a project construction supervisor as "Noise
Disturbance Coordinator" who would be responsible for responding to any local
complaints about construction noise. The Disturbance Coordinator would determine
the cause of the noise complaint and institute reasonable measures to correct the
problem. Conspicuously post a telephone number for the Disturbance Coordinator at
the construction site and submit to the City of Petaluma Building and Police
Departments.
g. Notification. Notify nearby residents (within 300 feet) in writing of the construction
schedule.
49. Mitigation Measure TRAF-1: If SMART rail service (and the supplemental safety measures
that may be needed for it) is delayed to such an extent that the Riverfront project is built
first, require installation of the supplemental safety measures at the existing Caulfield Lane
at -grade crossing to include an additional exit gate on the southwest side of the crossing
to preclude vehicles from navigating around the entry gates to proceed eastbound on
Caulfield. The exit gate and related items shall be installed by SMART's contractor and
funded by the City. The applicant shall contribute funds equal to half the cost of
construction.
50. Mitigation Measure CUM -1. Require payment of the project's 21% pro -rata share of the
cost of signalization at Hopper Street/Caulfield Lane in the future when an extension of
Caulfield Lane over the Petaluma River is completed.
51. Mitigation Measure CUM -2. The Applicant shall lengthen the westbound left turn pocket at
Lakeville Street/Caulfield Lane to approximately 250 feet, and install a raised median on
the westbound approach to physically prohibit illegal left turn movements into and out of
adjacent properties, as recommended in the project traffic report, in order to improve
capacity and safety at the intersection.
PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES (ENGINEERING DIVISIONI
Section 20.16.420 of the Subdivision Ordinance specifies that the City Engineer shall prepare a
written report of recommendations on the tentative map in relation to the public improvement
requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance and the provisions of the Map Act. The following list of
Engineering Division conditions constitutes the required report.
The following conditions shall be addressed at the time of final map and improvement plan
application.
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52. Pursuant to the Petaluma Bicycle & Pedestrian plan, all multi -use trails shall be designed to
Class 1 bike path standards as contained in Chapter 1000 of the Highway Design Manual.
The minimum width of the two-way paths shall be eight to 10 feet, depending on location,
expected usage and site constraints. Both sides of the paths, where space exists, shall
have two -foot graded shoulders to provide clearance from poles, trees, walls, fences,
guardrails and other obstructions. Final path design, including widths and surfacing
materials shall be completed on the subdivision improvement plans prior to recordation of
the Final Map, subject to review and approval of the City Engineer and Planning
Manager.
53. Hopper Street shall be a minimum of 20 -feet wide. Two-way, public access, from D Street
on all of Hopper Street is acceptable. The proposed access point at East D Street shall be
limited to right turn in and right turn out only for passenger vehicles. Install a raised, 2 -foot
wide max, mountable (for emergency vehicles) concrete median, or other median type
as approved by the City of Petaluma, on East D Street. The exact length, width and type
of mountable curb is subject to the approval by the City Engineer and Fire Marshal. A
public access easement is required for the portions of the secondary access point
located on private property and shall be dedicated to the City of Petaluma prior to final
map approval. The public access easement shall include language stating that once the
street connection from Hopper Street to Copeland Avenue has been constructed and
accepted by the City of Petaluma, such dedication shall be vacated and the right-of-
way shall revert to the property owner and no longer serve as public right-of-way.
54. The westbound left turn lane on Lakeville Street at Caulfield Lane shall be lengthened to
250 feet and a raised concrete median shall be installed on the westbound approach to
prohibit illegal left turn vehicle movements into and out of adjacent properties. Prior to the
completion of said improvements, the Developer and City shall establish a reimbursement
agreement, subject to City Council approval, by which future development within the
area of improvement will reimburse the Riverfront Developer on a pro -rata basis.
55. Install intersection control within the subdivision as recommended by the W -Trans traffic
analysis dated March 5, 2012 and as approved by the City Engineer.
56. The applicant shall provide funds, prior to recordation of Final Map, necessary for
purchase and installation of a new bus shelter structure at the Caulfield/Lakeville
intersection (southbound Lakeville) to facilitate transit usage for the residents, employees
and visitors to the Riverfront development.
57. Dedicate right of way for the future Caulfield Lane southern crossing on the final map. The
exact location and width of necessary right of way shall be determined by the City of
Petaluma during the final map and improvement plan review. Subdivision grading and
bridge height shall be designed to meet requirements from the United States Coast Guard
and shall be aligned vertically and horizontally to connect to the existing stub road near
the Petaluma Boulevard South roundabout.
58. The applicant shall install all multi -use trails, with curb cuts and structural Davement
sections sufficient to accommodate needed oublic access, at time of construction of
adjacent, or nearest, public streets.
59. The applicant shall pay $50,000 to the City for contribution towards a future off-site trail
extending from the property boundary to the western limit of the area graded by Caltrans
for the Highway 101 bridge project.
60. Recordation of all documents related to the off-site Emergency Vehicle Access (EVA)
including easements and grant deeds shall be completed concurrently with Final Map
approval. The construction of the off-site EVA shall be completed prior to any vertical
construction occurring on the site. This includes the construction of the new public access
roadway at D Street, improvements to Hopper Street to meet fire access requirements,
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installation of EVA on adjacent URS/Pomeroy property (APN: 136-010-024) and all related
signage, gates and other appurtenances related to the EVA Recordation of all
documents related to the EVA including easements and grant deeds shall be completed
prior to Final Map approval.
61. The applicant shall dedicate a public access and utility easement on the westerly side of
lot 135, adjacent to the City Pump Station property (APN: 007-171-016).
62. Final Park designs shall be reviewed and approved by the Parks and Recreation Director
and Planning Manager upon recommendation of the Recreation, Music & Parks
Commission, prior to Final Map approval. The Riverfront Park shall be reviewed and
approved by the State Lands Commission prior to City approval.
63. The playing field for the Parcel A (Active Park) may be a natural grass surface planted
with Bermuda Grass or other similar low water use natural grass. The development of the
field shall employ smart water control technology to minimize water needs and have a
wire mesh barrier installed to minimize gopher and other varmint intrusion.
64. Prior to Final Map approval, the applicant shall contribute $125,000 to the City of
Petaluma for the upgrade/maintenance of an artificial turf field at a location designated
by the City.
65. The Central Green (Parcel B) shall be constructed and operational prior to final
occupancy of the office building, hotel or mixed-use building; whichever occurs first. The
active park (Parcel A) shall be constructed and operational prior to the 40th certificate of
occupancy being granted to the single-family detached houses and/or townhomes. The
Riverfront Park shall be constructed and operational prior to the 80th certificate of
occupancy being granted to the single-family detached houses and/or townhomes.
66. Parcel A (Active Park), Parcel B (Central Green) and Parcel C (Public Path Parcel) shall be
dedicated to the City through the final map. All or some of the property owners, as
selected by the applicant, and approved by the City, shall be responsible for the
maintenance of Parcels A and B through a maintenance agreement to be executed
prior to final map approval.
67. The "Small Craft Facility" parcel (Parcel D) shall be dedicated to the City. All utilities shall
be stubbed out to serve the potential future Boat House.
68. Special paving at intersections and mid -block crossings shall be required as shown on the
preliminary landscape plans as well as additional locations as required by the City
Engineer and Planning Manager. Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons shall be installed at
all mid -block, uncontrolled crossings.
69. A Landscaping & Lighting District shall be established prior to recordation of Final Map to
provide for the on-going maintenance of all publicly owned land with landscaping,
including streets and parks, and all lighting within the public streets, paths and parks.
70. A funding mechanism, such as a homeowner's association or maintenance agreements,
for long term maintenance of shared facilities such as, parking, driveways, utilities and
drainage systems shall be established and funded for each phase of the project.
71. Prepare final map and improvement plans per the latest City policies, standards, codes,
resolutions and ordinances. Technical review deposits shall be required at the time of
application submittal.
72. Provide formal appraisals for developer contributions as required by GASB 34
(Governmental Accounting Standards Board, Statement 34).
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73. All public improvements shall be designed and constructed per City Standards as well as
Caltrans and MUTCD standards as determined by the City Engineer.
74. Prior to final map approval, the developer shall provide a fair share contribution in the
amount of 21 percent of the total project costs for design and construction of a traffic
signal at the intersection of Hopper Street and Caulfield Lane. The City shall use the fair
share funds in accordance with applicable State law.
75. The City of Petaluma is responsible for design and construction of the Caulfield Lane
grade crossing exit gate system and related infrastructure required by the California
Public Utilities Commission. The City has entered into agreement with the Sonoma Marin
Area Rail Transit District to perform this work. The developer of the Riverfront project, Basin
Street Properties, has voluntarily agreed to fund one-half of the total project costs which
are estimated to be $222,753. Basin Street's contribution is capped at $111,376. These
funds shall be deposited with the City prior to acceptance of improvements and release
of the surety for the first phase of the Riverfront project.
76. All public improvements shall be ADA accessible
77. Public improvement plans and final subdivision map applications are required for each
phase. The improvement plans and final map shall be approved prior to construction of
public improvements and prior to issuance of any building permits for on-site work. A
subdivision agreement package including necessary bonds and insurance is required for
each phase.
78. All public improvement work for each phase shall be completed prior to issuance of a
final inspection/certificate of occupancy for the last 20% percent of units of each phase,
unless otherwise noted herein.
79. Access to all Hopper Street and other adjacent businesses shall be preserved at all times
during construction of the Riverfront project, subject to approval by the City of Petaluma.
80. Traffic control plans are required for all stages of construction and shall be per latest
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards.
81. Screening of Pump Station shall be provided. Install eight foot tall masonry wall with
decorative brick veneer along south and east sides of the pump station to screen views of
the pump station. Install significant landscaping including shrubs and trees. Landscape
design to be reviewed and approved by the Planning Manager and Public Works and
Utilities Department prior to approval of Final Map.
82. Landscaping in public utility easements shall be limited to ground cover and shallow
rooted, low lying shrubs. Trees are not allowed.
83. The storm drain system and calculations shall be reviewed and approved by the Sonoma
County Water Agency, prior to issuance of any construction permits.
84. Dedicate the necessary public right of way, public access and utility easements to the
City of Petaluma on the final map. Any public easements located outside the boundary
of the subdivision shall be dedicated via grant deed with a legal description and plat.
85. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 66455, prior to the filing of any final map,
obtain the consent of a public entity that has obtained a prejudgment order for
possession of property pursuant to Section 1255.410 of the California Code of Civil
Procedure.
86. All landscaping shall meet City Standards for low water use. Irrigation must be installed for
recycled water use.
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87. Provide a 15 year and 30 year post settlement analysis on the sewer, water, and storm
drain systems in the final geotechnical report submitted for building permits. Provide the
geotechnical recommendations on settlement with the exhibits on post development
slopes and location of flex couplings for the utility systems. All public utilities shall be shown
in plan and profile view. Sewer and water facilities shall be installed per standards in
place at the time of construction.
88. Prior to issuance of any construction permits, provide reimbursement to the City for the
design and construction of the PIPS Pump Station mechanical odor control unit. The
amount of re -imbursement shall be determined by the City of Petaluma. The odor control
unit shall meet current design criteria and be equivalent to the units installed at recent
pump station upgrades within the City. The mechanical odor control unit is required to
replace the odor control bed.
89. Provide an automatic controlled slide access gate to the PIPS Pump Station wide enough
to allow a 55 foot long truck trailer access into the pump station. Provide a minimum 20 -
foot wide lockable swing gate along the easterly side of the PIPS site near the corner of
Hopper Street and lot 136. The truck movements and site improvements shall be reviewed
and approved by the City. The developer shall be responsible for replacing any portions
of the PIPS facility impacted by development of the Riverfront project, as determined by
and subject to the approval of the City of Petaluma. Provide new site improvements at
the PIPS facility including paving for replaced parking area, drainage, fencing, walls, and
building protection as required by the City. All site improvements related to the PIPS
pump station are subject to City approval and shall be completed prior to issuance of the
first certificate of occupancy for the Riverfront project.
90. Provide project impact analysis and protective plan for work over the sewer force main
and large gravity sewer main on the east side of the development.
91. The trash enclosures with sanitary sewer drains shall be covered and not allow rain water
to enter the sanitary sewer system.
92. Overhead utilities along the street frontages, within the project site or traversing the site
shall be placed underground.
93. All existing unused water and sewer mains shall be identified on construction drawings
and abandoned per City standards.
94. Joint trench plans are required with the public improvement plan submittal.
95. The project shall comply with the City of Petaluma Phase II Storm Water Management
Plan including attachment four post construction requirements.
96. The on-site storm drain water treatment system shall be privately owned and maintained.
97. Prior to issuance of a building permit, an operations and maintenance manual is required
for the proposed storm water treatment system and shall be submitted with the building
permit application for review and approval by the City Engineer. The manual shall include
annual inspection, by a Civil Engineer registered in the State of California, to ensure the
detention and treatment systems are operating as designed and constructed as well as
provisions to make any necessary repairs to the system. A signed and sealed copy of the
report shall be provided annually to the Office of the City Engineer.
98. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the developer shall comply with the City's Phase II
storm water management plan and State of California NPDES requirements including
submittal of a notice of intent and storm water pollution prevention plan to the State and
City.
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PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE ADVISORY (PBACI COMMITTEE
99. Bicycle parking for tenants and employees of the office/retail buildings and the
boathouse shall be provided. The future SPAR approvals shall require bike parking
consistent with the Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan and the IZO Section 11.090 — Standards for
Bicycle Facilities.
100. Bicycle parking facilities shall be conveniently located near the main entrances) to the
office/retail buildings. All racks shall be located in covered locations (under
awning/overhang), in bicycle lockers, or indoors, to provide protection from the weather.
Bicycle parking located inside any parking structures shall be in a safe well -lighted and
open area.
101. Bike racks shall be designed to keep the bike upright by supporting the frame in two
places, allow the frame and one or both wheels to be secured with a U -lock, be securely
anchored or heavy enough that it cannot be stolen, and durable enough to resist being
cut or vandalized. The applicant shall follow the guidelines within the Bicycle and
Pedestrian Plan for further bike parking design and placement standards.
102. There shall be no direct glare into bicyclists' and pedestrians' eyes along the multi -use
path. Lighting shall be directed downward to minimize light pollution.
103. Benches shall be located along the multi -use path, with emphasis to locations along the
river -facing segment, and at neighborhood park/playing field (Active Park) and Central
Green.
104. A drinking fountain, including a doggie fountain component, shall be provided along the
multi -use path and at the playing field.
105. Accommodations for and connectivity to public transit shall be incorporated into the site
plan and wayfinding / directional signage shall be provided for existing transit stops.
106. Curb cuts for ADA and crosswalks shall be provided at the entrance to the subdivision to
connect pedestrians and residents to the multi -use path.
107. A Stop sign at the entrance to the subdivision shall be provided, subject to review and
approval of the City Engineer.
108. The hotel entrance shall be designed to limit vehicular interference between cyclists and
hotel guests.
109. Appropriate bicycle lane signage shall be provided along the major thoroughfare in the
commercial area.
110. All Class III Bikeways within the project area shall be identified with appropriate signage.
111. A wayfinding signage plan shall be reviewed by the PBAC and shall include signs for the
boat launch, the enhanced trail, the river trail, public transit, the SMART multi -use path
and the local Park and Ride facility.
112. The surface treatment for the pathway from the housing development to the playing field
shall be a concrete surface.
Fire Marshal
Access
113. Access Summary: The Holmes Fire Emergency Vehicle Access Assessment Report (HFR)
concludes that the Emergency Vehicle Access (EVA), as proposed, is adequate to
facilitate site access and egress. Petaluma Fire Department (PFD) believes the technical
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information contained in the HFR is adequate and provided essential technical
information and clarification to previously identified EVA challenges. The February 1, 2013
Steven J. Lafranchi and Associates (SJLA) "Phased Tentative Map for Riverfront" plan set
shows the 22 foot EVA has been moved from City of Petaluma Property to the Pomeroy
property (as depicted on sheet TM -12). In summary, Fire Department EVA and site access
appears to be adequate.
114. EVA Minimum Width/Standard: The EVA minimum width located on the adjacent
Pomeroy/URS Property (APN: 136-010-024) shall be a paved 22 feet. The EVA structural
road section shall consist of asphalt/concrete and class 2 aggregate base material
capable of handling a minimum of H2O vehicle loading, subject to City approval.
115. Technical Review: The EVA and other elements of this project may need further technical
review depending on the magnitude of possible changes. We may request an update
from Holmes Fire (or equivalent firm as approved by the Fire Marshal) if major changes
come forward. This project will continue to need to be coordinated closely with both
Holmes Fire and the Fire Marshal's Office. In addition, all easement agreements will need
to be reviewed and verified by the City Engineer.
116. Other Aspects: PFD understands the City Engineer and Planning Manager will be
responsible for many other aspects of this project that also have the potential to impact
emergency ingress/egress, such as traffic, and PFD will continue to be involved in order to
provide comments and maintain the functionality of the EVA.
117. Circulation/ Fire Truck Access: Fire Apparatus Accessibility exhibits indicate that truck
access throughout the project is adequate. However, as building heights and/or other
changes to this project come forward, PFD reserves the right to add conditions and/or
request additional information.
118. EVA Gates: All EVA gates and Opticoms will need to be coordinated with the Fire Marshal;
electronically operated gates acceptable to the Fire Marshal will be required.
119. EVA Signage: The EVA will need to be posted with signs pursuant to CFC Section D103.6
and as recommended by Holmes Fire. All EVA road markings, signs, and possible warning
lights will need to be coordinated with the Fire Marshal's Office.
120. Phased Development: TM -8 shows a "Phased Tentative Map"; be advised, underground
utilities including water lines supporting this development must be installed prior to
bringing combustible construction materials on site. Hydrants must be operational prior to
bringing any combustible materials onsite.
Water Supply
121. Preliminary On -Site Utility Plan: The Preliminary On -Site Utility Plan and waterlines will need
to be verified by the City Engineer and Water Department. Hydraulic calculations must
be provided to verify adequate water for firefighting and domestic use. Proof of that
required fire flow shall be provided to the Fire Marshal's Office prior to issuance of the
building permit. The Fire Marshal's Office will not accept less than the minimum fire flow
and pressure and it will be the developer's responsibility to make private and/or public
improvements to the system to meet the water flow demands of the project. As
previously mentioned, water supply must be acceptable to the City Engineer and Water
Department.
122. Minimum Fire Flow: Minimum fire flow for buildings shall be calculated as specified in the
2010 California Fire Code, Appendix B: "Fire Flow Requirements for Buildings". Please be
advised that if building fire flow calculations cannot be made at the time of project
submittal, the following fire flows shall apply:
a. Residential (Single and Two Family Residential): 1500 GPM at 20 psi residual;
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b. Commercial, Industrial, and Multi -family: 2500 GPM at 20 psi residual.
123. When building fire flows are submitted, these flows shall be adjusted in accordance with
Appendix B except that for all fire flows, the minimum pressure shall be 20 psi.
Fire Hydrants
124. Fire Hydrants: Development plans indicate that additional on-site fire hydrants will be
necessary. The number and location of fire hydrants will need to be closely coordinated
with the Fire Marshal and spacing shall not exceed 300 feet and/or 150 feet from the
farthest structure.
125. FDC and PIV: FDC and PIV placement will need to be coordinated with the Fire Marshal
prior to submittal of the improvement plans.
Sprinklers/S tan dpipes
126. Commercial Sprinklers: All commercial buildings (or portions thereof) shall be protected by
an automatic fire sprinkler system as required by the City of Petaluma Municipal Code
and shall conform to NFPA 13 requirements. The fire sprinkler system shall be provided with
a central station alarm system designed in accordance with NFPA 72. A local alarm shall
be provided on the exterior of the building AND a normally occupied location in the
interior of the building. All systems require three (3) sets of plans to be submitted to the Fire
Marshal's Office for review and approval.
127. Residential Sprinklers: For residential structures, fire sprinkler systems designed and installed
in accordance with NFPA 13-D are required; bathrooms over 55 square feet, closets over
24 square feet (or 3 feet deep), and other attached structures. These systems shall be
calculated for two -head activation for the most remote two heads. All systems require
three (3) sets of plans to be submitted to the Fire Marshal's Office for review and approval.
No exterior risers or fire piping will be allowed.
128. Building Height: Class I standpipes shall be installed in buildings three (3) stories or above
in height. Standpipes shall be provided with approved outlets provided on each floor
level, including the roof when roof access is provided.
Hazardous Materials
129. The Kleinfelder Phase II Soil and Groundwater Investigation dated January 17, 2001
provided a summary of findings. Section 7.2 (Site Development Considerations page 17)
and Section 7.3 (Recommendations; page 18) are recommendations to be put in place
during development of the site. The Kleinfelder report recommends the development of
a soil and groundwater management plan (SMP) to outline and describe the steps
required of personnel during the site construction; therefore, a SMP shall be submitted to
the Fire Marshal along with the Site Improvement plans prior to any site work. It must
address all the elements specified in the Kleinfelder recommendations. Applicant shall
confirm that copies of the Phase II were sent to the Sonoma County Department of Public
Health, Environmental Health Division and Regional Water Quality Control Board, San
Francisco Bay Region as recommended.
130. The PFD recommends that you "reconnect" with your Environmental Consultant as this
project moves through the process to answer any questions regarding the Phase II report
and/or if any questions come up regarding the results of analysis.
131. Hazardous Materials Business Plan: Some of the business uses are unknown at this time. If
the facility and/or businesses use or store hazardous materials exceeding state threshold
planning quantities (55 gallons of a liquid, 200 cubic feet of gas, or 500 lbs of a solid), the
facility will need to prepare and submit a Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP)
pursuant to Health and Safety 6.95 and the California Fire Code. A completed plan must
be submitted prior to bringing hazardous materials on-site. Forms and guidance are
available from the Fire Marshal's Office. In addition, all hazardous materials storage
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locations will be required to have secondary containment and NFPA 704 placards
(firefighter diamond) denoting expected hazards. In addition, PFD will require that the
HMBP be submitted electronically through the CERS on-line reporting system.
Other
132. For the EVA, and other life -safety aspects of this project, the applicant shall contract with
Holmes Fire (or equivalent firm as approved by the Fire Marshal), a Professional Fire
Protection Engineering Firm, to assist the Project in meeting fire code requirements.
133. Phased Approach: As this project involves different phases, as depicted on the Phased
Tentative Map, please be advised, a compacted base EVA is acceptable during the
construction period of the initial phase; however a fully paved EVA and fully paved
connecting streets are required prior issuance of a final inspection/certificate of
occupancy for the initial Phase I of this project. As mentioned, the waterline/utilities and
fire hydrants must be fully installed prior to bringing combustible construction materials
onsite for the initial phase and then prior to bringing combustible materials onsite for each
subsequent phase being developed. All public improvement work for each phase shall
be completed prior to issuance of a final inspection/certificate of occupancy for the last
20% percent of units of each phase, unless otherwise noted herein.
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