HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2001-179 N.C.S. 10/15/2001 ~Zes®lutiOn 1Vo.2oo 1 -179 IV.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
APPROVAL OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR PETALUMA
ECUMENICAL PROPERTIES' SENIOR AFFORDABLE IIOUSING PROJECT
TO BE LOCATED AT 200 DOUGLAS, A PORTION OF APN 008-161-014
WHEREAS, an Initial Study was prepared and the results of the study indicated that the
proposed Douglas Street PEP project, as mitigated, will not cause any significant adverse
environmental impacts; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Petaluma held a public hearing on .August
28, 2001, 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 Douglas Street PEP proposal on October 15, 2001,
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 an 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, ll English Street, Petaluma,
California.
1VIITIGATION MEASURES:
Noise
1. All construction activities shall comply with applicable Performance Standards in the
Petaluma Zoning Ordinance and Municipal Code.
Z. All construction activities shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through
Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Construction shall be prohibited on
Sundays and all holidays recognized by the City of Petaluma, unless a permit is first
secured from the City Manager (or his/her designee) for additional hours. There will be
no start up of machines nor equipment prior to 8:00 a.m., Monday through Friday; no
delivery of materials nor equipment prior to 7:30 a.m. nor past 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday; no servicing of equipment past 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Plans
submitted for City permits shall include the language above.
3. All construction equipment powered by internal combustion equipment shall be properly
muffled and maintained to minimize noise. Equipment shall be turned off when not in
use.
4. Construction maintenance, storage, and staging areas for construction equipment shall
avoid proximity to residential areas to the maximum extent practicable. Stationary
construction equipment, such as compressors, mixers, etc., shall be placed away from
residential areas and/or provided with acoustical shielding. Quiet construction equipment
shall be used when possible.
5. Prior to issuance of a building/grading permit, the applicant shall designate a Project
manager with authority to implement the mitigation measures and who will be responsible
for responding to any complaints from the neighborhood. The Project Manager shall
determine the cause of noise complaints (e.g. starting too early, faulty muffler, etc.) and
shall take prompt action to correct the problem.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City.
REFERI=,NCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the Ap roved as to
Council of 5 thCity of Petaluma at a (Regular) (Adjourned) (Special) meeting
on the day of ...October.............................., 20 0 by the
following vote: • •
Ci ttor
AYES: O'Brien, Healy,Torliatt, Maguire,Moynihan, Vice Mayor Cader-Thom son
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ATTEST: ...........-f....~!
City Cler ~~~~~~~~dJl Mayor 2
Council Fji~.Q..~.._ .r..7.~........
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