HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2005-086 N.C.S. 06/06/2005 Resolution No. Zoos-os6~,C,~,
of the City of Petaluma, California
APPROVAL OF THE VESTING TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP
FOR THE LOMAS SUBDIVISION
WHICH WOULD CREATE 135 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS,
47 VIEW UNIT LOTS, 92 TOWNHOME UNITS, 10 OPEN SPACE PARCELS
AND ONE (1) REMAINDER PARCEL
LOCATED AT 1500-1600 PETALUMA BOULEVARD SOUTH;
APN 019-210-010, -011, -026, -038 & -039; 019-220-012 & -027
FILE No. 03-GPA-0560
WHEREAS, by Ordinance No. 2211 N.C.S., Assessor's Parcel Numbers (APN)
comprising 46.8 acres, has been prezoned to Planned Unit Development; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposal on November 23, 2004
and February 8, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) have been satisfied through the preparation of an Initial
Study and adoption of Resolution No.2005-025 N.C.S., approving a Mitigated Negative
Declaration to address the specific impacts of the Lomas project; and.
WHEREAS, the City Council considered the Lomas project on February 15 and June 6,
2005, 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 Vesting
Tentative Subdivision Map for the Lomas project subject to the following Findings and
Conditions:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map, as conditioned, is consistent
with the provisions of Title 20, Subdivisions, of the Municipal Code (Subdivision
Ordinance) and the State Subdivision Map Act.
2. That the proposed subdivision, together with provisions for its design and
improvements, is consistent with the General 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.
3. That the site is physically suitable for the density and the type of development
proposed.
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4. That the design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements will not cause
substantial environmental damage, and that no substantial or avoidable injury will
occur to fish or wildlife or their habitat. An Initial Study was prepared indicating
that there would be no significant, environmental impacts that could not be
mitigated.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
Fronz Planning Division
1. The applicant shall dedicate a public access easement along the southwestern
boundary of the project site to connect to the pedestrian access easement provided
on the adjacent Riverview property. The precise location of the public access
easement shall be determined by the City Engineer and shall be reflected on the
final map.
2. Prior to recordation of the final map, the applicant shall consult with the State
Lands Commission regarding the property boundary along the Petaluma River.
3. After annexation and prior to the issuance of any development permit, the
developer shall complete the Site Plan and Architectural Review process which
includes, but is not limited to, the review and approval of the final architecture,
landscaping, lighting and PUD Guidelines and Development Standards. Per City
Council direction, it is within the discretion of SPARC to require that the size and
mass of some of the single family homes be reduced in order to reduce the
visual/massing impacts of the project. This shall include but not be limited to
.requiring that some of the single family homes be single- level homes in order to
provide a variety of housing types within the development, consistent with
General Plan policies.
From the Fire Marshal
4. In lieu of providing a lot dedication for a new fire station within the subdivision,
the project sponsor has agreed to provide a contribution of $500,000 toward the
construction of a new Fire Station No.l on Petaluma Boulevard. This contribution
shall be submitted to the City of Petaluma prior to the issuance of a building
permit for the Lomas development.
5. The number and final location of fire hydrants shall be reviewed and approved by
the Fire Marshal.
6. All turn radii shall conform to standards for Fire Department aerial truck.
7. Driveway cuts shall be required for access for brush fire fighting apparatus. The
location of driveway access points shall be subject to approval of the Fire
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Marshal.
From the City Engineer
Frontage Improvements
8. Construct half street improvements along the entire Petaluma Blvd. South
frontage per the approved Central Petaluma Specific Plan including but not
limited to: pavement construction and reconstruction, curb, gutter, sidewalk,
striping, streetlights, bike lanes, fire hydrants, and landscaping. The street section
shall be at least 6-inches of asphalt concrete over 21-inches of class 2 aggregated
base. The developer may have the existing pavement evaluated and tested with a
recommendation to bring the road section to arterial standards. The section width
shall include two 6-foot bike lanes, two 8-foot parking lanes, two 12-foot travel
lanes and two nine-foot wide sidewalks with 4-foot tree wells.
9. A City standard traffic signal shall be constructed at the intersection of Petaluma
Blvd. South and the proposed project entrance. Necessary improvements related
to the traffic signal including but not limited to, left turn lane channelization,
crosswalks, etc. shall be installed per City Standards and the Traffic Impact Study
by W-Trans dated November 5, 2003, and any subsequent traffic impact studies
prepared as part of the City's plan line study for the extension of Caulfield Lane
(Southern Crossing). The traffic signal design shall incorporate the necessary
improvements required for the future extension of Caulfield Lane (Southern
Crossing) and signal coordination Along Petaluma Blvd. South The proposed
traffic signal shall be reviewed, approved and inspected by the City of Petaluma
Community Development Engineering staff or, at the City's discretion, a Traffic
Engineering consultant selected by the City. The developer shall be responsible
for all consultant fees related to this item.
10. Pavement. sections on all areas of Petaluma Blvd. South, including off-site
portions that are annexed into the City by LAFCO in conjunction with this
project, shall be reconstructed, by the developer, to arterial standards as described
in condition of approval 8. The necessary utilities (mains, services, laterals, etc.)
shall be installed for future connections. The exact location and nature of the
improvements are subject to approval by the City Engineer.
11. A temporary 8-foot wide AC path shall be installed offsite, on both sides of
Petaluma Blvd. South, from the project site connecting to the McNear Landing
project on the east side of Petaluma Blvd. South and the intersection of McNear
Avenue and Petaluma Blvd. South on the West Side. The path shall be designed
to accommodate pedestrians and bicycles.
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Grading
12. The developer is responsible for funding a third party geotechnical/geological
review throughout the reclamation plan construction process and any subsequent
site development. The City of Petaluma and County of Sonoma shall select the
firm that will perform this item of work. The third party consultant shall work for
the City. The City will coordinate this process with the County.
13. Cut and fill information shall be provided on the improvements plans.
14. Grading shall conform to the soils investigation report, all addendums and the
approved grading reclamation plan.
15. Prepare and submit an erosion control plan, storm water pollution prevention plan
(SWPPP) and a notice of intent (NOI). A notice of termination (NOT) is required
upon completion of the project. The developer/contractor shall hire a Certified
Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) to coordinate the project
storm water management plan throughout the construction process.
16. Post-construction best management practices shall be incorporated into the
subdivision improvement plans.
17. Any existing structures above or below ground shall be removed if not a part of
the new subdivision. Structures shall include, but are not limited to fences,
retaining walls, pipes, septic systems, wells, debris, etc.
18. Pad certifications are required for each lot prior to issuance of the respective
building/plot plan permit.
19. All recommendations in the geotechnical/geologic, reclamation and
contamination migration/temporary hydrology peer review reports dated January
31, 2005 shall be adhered to as noted in each document.
Streets
20. Dedicate all required right-of--way for the future extension of Caulfield Lane
(Southern Crossing) across the parcel adjacent to the Petaluma River as
determined by the City of Petaluma plan line study and/or adopted plan line. The
Developer is responsible for installing full surface and utility infrastructure
improvements for that portion of the extension of Caulfield Lane (Southern
Crossing) located on the project site adjacent to the river (APN: 019-210-010, 038
& 039) and a "fair share" contribution, to be determined through a traffic impact
study, for other improvements related to the design and construction of the
Southern Crossing, including but not limited to the bridge over the Petaluma
River. Right-of--way dedication and fair share contribution shall be determined
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prior to approval of a final map and improvement plans for this vesting tentative
map.
21. All interior public streets shall be at least 32-feet wide. Sidewalks shall be
required on both sides of the street. Stop signs and crosswalks shall be required at
applicable intersections within the subdivision. Pedestrian ramps are required at
all corners. Face of curb radius at interior street corners shall be at least 25-feet.
22. All interior public streets shall have a minimum street section of 4-inches of
asphalt concrete and 12-inches of class 2 aggregate base.
23. All interior public streets shall be crowned at the center, directing surface
drainage to both sides of the street.
24. Based on the adopted plan line study for the extension of Caulfield Lane and the
recommendations of any associated traffic impact studies, the geometric design
configuration and location of the proposed public street intersecting Petaluma
Blvd. South from the west (i.e., the principal public street access to that portion of
the project on the west side of Petaluma Blvd. South) shall be subject to the
approval of the City Engineer and prior to approval of a final map and
improvement plans.
25. The 40-foot wide public road proposed to serve lots 1-12 shall be privately
owned and maintained by the project Homeowner's Association.
Site Drainage and Storm Drain System
26. All hydrologic, hydraulic and storm drain system design shall be reviewed and
approved by the Sonoma County Water Agency.
27. The proposed public storm drain. system near lot 183 and in the hillside area of
parcel F shall be a closed subsurface conduit system per City standards.
28. Lot to lot drainage is not allowed without a conduit system and corresponding
easement.
29. Post-construction Best Management Practices (BMP' S) shall be incorporated into
the subdivision improvement plans in accordance with the City's Phase II Storm
Water Management Program and the State's National Pollution Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements.
30. All weather access roads and easements, acceptable to the Water Resources
Department, shall be provided for public storm drains on private property.
Easements for public storm drains shall be at least 10-feet wide. Longitudinal
slopes for the access road shall be designed accommodate safe maintenance
vehicle access and are subject to the review and approval by the City Engineer.
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31. Public Storm Drains shall be at least 15-inches in diameter.
32. The temporary sediment basin shall be constructed and operable prior to the first
year's rainy season (October 1 S`)
33. The City's Zone I water system shall serve portions of the project located between
elevations 0-60 feet. The proposed water main extension shown on the tentative
map shall be 12 inches in diameter and shall be installed in Petaluma Blvd. from
McNear Circle to the proposed entrance of the subdivision. The 12-inch water
main shall also be extended through the parcel adjacent to the Petaluma River.
Exact location shall be subject to the approval by the City Engineer. Prior to final
map approval, the developer shall be responsible for the fair share cost of
extending the water main under the river per the CPSP.
34. The City Engineer, Director of Water Resources and Fire Marshal shall determine
the necessity for the river under-crossing during the improvement plan review
process.
35. Development of the project areas located within the City's Zone II water supply
system relies on development of the adjacent Riverview Subdivision. The final
map for the Zone II served area of the Lomas Development shall not be approved
until construction of the Riverview water supply line, or an alternative acceptable
to the City Engineer, has been completed and accepted by the City of Petaluma.
36. The City's Zone II water supply system shall serve portions of the project located
between elevations 60 feet and 160 feet. The Zone II water line shall connect to
the adjacent Riverview Subdivision.
37. Provide final fire flow calculations with the public improvement plan submittals.
38. The water main system shall be capable of delivering a continuous fire flow as
designated by the Fire Marshal.
39. Water services shall be 1.5" diameter minimum with 1" water meters.
40. The project shall comply with the City's landscaping and irrigation efficiency
standards.
41. Proposed public water mains to be located within private parcels shall be
contained within a 10 foot wide exclusive water main easement dedicated to the
City of Petaluma on the project final map. The grade of the easement shall be flat
enough to allow vehicular access to City maintenance vehicles. An all weather
surface shall be provided over the entire length of the easement
42. Landscaping shall be limited to shrubs and other low lying plantings within public
utility easements.
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Sanitary Sewer System
43. Install a gravity sewer main in Petaluma Blvd. from the existing manhole at
McNear Circle to the end of the project frontage at the US 101 Freeway. The
sewer main design shall include capacity for the areas within the Urban Growth
Boundary (UGB) and UGB expansion areas in the southwest sewer basin.
44. Existing downstream sewer main capacities shall be analyzed because of the
proposed land. use intensification. Any sewer lines with insufficient capacity as a
result of this development shall be upgraded as deemed necessary by the City
Engineer.
45. A fair share contribution shall be paid by the developer for the future C Street
sewer pump station upgrade project. The contribution shall be calculated based on
proportionate discharge volume from the proposed development.
46. All weather access roads and easements, acceptable to the Water Resources
Department, shall be provided for public sanitary sewer on private property.
Easements shall be at least 10-feet wide.
Final Map
47. Provide a 10-foot wide public utility easement on both sides of all interior streets,
as determined by the City Engineer.
48. The final map technical review fee is due at final map application.
49. Caltrans approval is required prior to any work within Caltrans easements of
rights of way.
50. The existing "jagged" shared right of way/Comas property line located near the
proposed entrance shall be modified at the final map stage to create a more
uniform, consistent boundary.
51. Clearly and accurately show the boundary and dedications on the final map.
52. All open space parcels shall be privately owned and maintained by the project
Home Owner's Association. The necessary public easements shall be required as
determined by the City of Petaluma.
53. The existing private right of way recorded May 4, 1905 (Bk. 217, Pg. 201, SCR)
shall be restated, if necessary, to preserve existing access rights subject to the
approval by the City Engineer.
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54. That portion of the property north of Petaluma Boulevard South and adjacent to
the Petaluma River, referred to as the North Parcel and comprised of APN 019-
210-010, -038 and -039, except for land to be dedicated per Condition #22, shall
be designated on the Final Map as a "Remainder Parcel" and shall be subject to a
separate Tentative Map process.
Miscellaneous
55. All existing overhead distribution utilities fronting or traversing the project site
shall be placed underground prior to acceptance of the subdivision.
56. Gas mains or underground electrical mains shall not be allowed on private
property beyond the standard 10-foot public utility easement along the street
frontage.
57. Prior to final map approval, the developer shall be responsible for any
reimbursement agreements established as a result of the Riverview Subdivision
for shared access and utilities.
58. Improvement plans and final map(s) shall be prepared according to the latest City
policies, codes, ordinances, resolutions and standards.
59. If the project is phased, each individual phase shall be designed to provide the
required utility services and street system independent of any other phase.
60. Construction shall be coordinated, to all extents possible, with the Riverview
Subdivision.
61. All retaining walls shall be located outside the public right of way.
62. A financial mechanism (HOA, Maintenance Agreements, Etc.) shall be created
for perpetual maintenance of the common areas.
63. The proposed sound wall shall be maintained by the homeowners association
(HOA).
64. The City will not support annexation of the project site until written
documentation is received indicating the following items:
a. The County of Sonoma has approved the Reclamation Plan and said
reclamation has been completed.
b. The State has approved the project for SMARA compliance.
c. The project site has been removed for the State's mine site list.
The City Manager has discretion regarding the timing of annexation relative to
reclamation of site being completed.
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65. Upon approval by the City Council, the applicant shall pay the $35.00 Notice of
Determination fee and applicable Department of Fish and Game fees (for
Mitigated Negative Declaration) to the Planning Division. The check shall be
made payable to the County Clerk. Planning staff will file the Notice of
Determination with the County Clerk's office within five (5) days after receiving
Council approval.
66. CC&Rs shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval prior
to approval of the Final Map.
67. Concrete ditches and drainage structures draining the open space areas shall be
tinted earth colors.
68. Plant materials to be installed as part of the Landscape Plan shall consist of a
minimum of 15 gallon can size for trees and 5 gallon. can size for shrubs.
69. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City or any of its
boards, commissions, agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City, its boards, commissions, agents, officers, or
employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul any of the approvals of the project,
including the certification of associated environmental documents, when such
claim or action is brought within the time period provided for in applicable State
and/or local statutes. The City shall promptly notify the applicants/developers of
any such claim, action, or proceeding. The City shall coordinate in the defense.
Nothing contained in this condition shall prohibit the City from participating in a
defense of any claim, action, or proceeding and if the City chooses to do so
appellant shall reimburse City for attorney's fees by the City.
The following mitigation measures shall be adopted as conditions of approval:
Geology and Soils
3.1 All earthwork, rough grading, trenching, backfilling, and compaction operations,
erosion control, drainage and sediment control required by the June 2004
Reclamation .Plan prepared by Malcolm Carpenter Associates shall be completed to
the satisfaction of the County of Sonoma Permit and Resource Management
Department.
3.2 An Alternative Reclamation Plan shall be implemented in the event that apost-
reclamation development proposal is not approved within one year of approval of
the Reclamation Plan, as called for in June 2004 Reclamation Plan prepared by
Malcolm Carpenter Associates. The Alternative Reclamation Plan shall include
but not be limited to ripping, resoiling and hydro-seeding the development pads,
installing irrigation on the development pads and planting trees on the graded.
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slopes and street frontage. The Planting Plan shall conform to the alternate
planting contained in Appendix E-1 of June 2004 Reclamation Plan.
3.3 Prior to annexation of the property into the City of Petaluma, the applicant shall
provide written evidence that the Petaluma Quarry has been removed from the
Sonoma County and the California Department of Conservation Mine list.
3.4 A detailed geotechnical study prepared by a licensed geotechnical engineer shall be
submitted concurrent with the submittal of improvement plans and prior to the
approval of the final subdivision map, and shall be subject to approval by the City
Engineer. Peer review of the geotechnical study and funded by the applicant shall.
be required at the discretion of the City Engineer. The detailed geotechnical study
shall include but not be limited to recommendations on landslide repair, cuts and
fills, drainage, pavements, utilities, evaluation for liquefaction potential,
groundwater intrusion, suitability of building foundations and other structural
components. In addition, study shall include specific design criteria for any slopes
steeper than 3H: 1 V.
3.5 The design of all earthwork, cuts and fills, drainage, pavements, utilities, building
foundations and other structural components shall conform with the specifications
and criteria contained in the detailed geotechnical report, as approved by the City
Engineer. The geotechnical engineer shall sign the improvement plans and certify
the design as conforming to the specifications. The geotechnical engineer shall also
inspect the construction work and shall certify to the City, prior to acceptance of the
improvements or issuance of a certificate of occupancy, that all improvements have
been constructed in accordance with the geotechnical specifications.
3.6 Construction and improvement plans shall be reviewed for conformance with the
geotechnical specifications by the Engineering Section of the Community
Development Department and the Chief Building Official prior to issuance of
grading or building permits and/or advertising for bids on public improvement
projects. Additional soils information may be required by the Chief Building
Inspector during the plan check of building plans in accordance with Title 17 and
20 of the Petaluma Municipal Code.
3.7 The project sponsor shall submit an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan prepared
by a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) as an
integral part of the grading plan. The Erosion and Sediment Control Plan shall be
subject to review and approval of the Planning Division and Engineering Section,
prior to issuance of a grading permit. The Plan shall include temporary erosion
control measures to be used during construction of cut and fill slopes, excavation
for foundations, and other grading operations at the site to prevent discharge of
sediment and contaminants into the drainage system. The Erosion and Sediment
Control Plan shall include the following measures as applicable:
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a. Throughout the construction process, disturbance of groundcover shall be
minimized and the existing vegetation shall be retained to the extent possible
to reduce soil erosion. All construction and grading activities, including short-
term needs (equipment staging areas, storage areas, and field office locations)
shall minimize the amount of land area disturbed. Whenever possible, existing
disturbed areas shall be used for such purposes.
b. All. drainage-ways, wetland areas and creek channels shall be protected from silt
and sediment in storm runoff through the use of silt fences, diversion berms,
and check dams. All exposed surface areas shall be mulched and reseeded and
all cut and fill slopes shall be protected with hay mulch and/or erosion control
blankets as appropriate.
c. Material and equipment for implementation of erosion control measures shall
be on-site by October 1st. All grading activity shall be completed by October
15th, prior to the on-set of the rainy season, with all disturbed areas stabilized
and re-vegetated by October 31st.
3.8 All construction activities shall meet the Uniform Building Code regulations for
seismic safety (i.e., reinforcing perimeter and/or load bearing walls, bracing
parapets, etc.).
3.9 All public and private improvements shall be subject to inspection by City staff for
compliance with the approved Improvement Plans, prior to City acceptance.
3.10 Foundation and structural design for buildings shall conform to the requirements
of the Uniform Building Code, as well as state and local laws/ordinances.
Construction plans shall be subject to review and approval by the Building
Division prior to the issuance of a building permit. All work shall be subject to
inspection by the Building Division and must conform to all applicable code
requirements and approved improvement plans prior to issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy.
3.11 Prior to issuance of a grading or building permit, the project sponsor shall submit
a detailed schedule for field inspection of work in progress to ensure that all
applicable codes, conditions and mitigation measures are being properly
implemented through construction of the project.
Air
4.1 Dust suppression measures required by the June 2004 Reclamation Plan shall be
implemented.
4.2 The Applicant shall incorporate Best Management Practices to limit fugitive dust
and exhaust emissions into the construction and improvement plans and clearly
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indicate these provisions in the specifications. Specific practices shall be included
as conditions of approval.
4.3 The Construction Contractor shall adhere to the requirements addressing emission
control measures for asphalt paving emissions in the BAAQMD Rulebook.
Hydrolo~y and Water Quality
5.1 All water quality and sedimentation control measures required by the June 2004
Reclamation Plan shall be implemented.
5.2 All construction activities shall be performed in a manner that minimizes the
sediment and/or pollutants entering directly or indirectly into the storm drain
system or ground water. The Applicant shall incorporate the following provisions
into the construction plans and specifications, to be verified by the Community
Development Department, prior to issuance of grading or building permits.
a. The applicant shall designate construction staging areas and areas for storage
of any hazardous materials (i.e., motor oil, fuels, paints,) used during
construction on the improvement plans and the SWPPP. All construction
staging areas shall be located away from any stream and adjacent drainage
areas to prevent runoff from construction areas from entering into the drainage
system. Areas designated for storage of hazardous materials shall include
proper containment features to prevent contaminants from entering drainage
areas in the event of a spill or leak.
b. No debris, soil, silt, sand, cement, concrete or washings thereof, or other
construction related materials or wastes, oil or petroleum products or other
organic or earthen material shall be allowed to enter any drainage system. All
discarded material including washings and any accidental spills shall be
removed and disposed of at an approved disposal site. The Applicant shall
designate appropriate disposal methods and/or facilities on the construction
plans or in the specifications.
c. No heavy equipment shall be operated in any creek channel. All in-stream
channel work shall be limited to the dry season (typically defined as May 1st
through October 15th) and performed in accordance with conditions specified
by the Dept. of Fish and Game in a Streambed Alteration Agreement and the
Army Corps Section 404 Permit. The applicant shall provide a copy of the
approved Streambed Alteration Agreement and proof of compliance with the
permit conditions prior to approval of improvement plans or issuance of
grading permits for work within any channel.
5.3 The applicant shall prepare an operation and maintenance manual for the
detention basin, to include dredging and ongoing maintenance, to be submitted as
part of the improvement plans.
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5.4 Material and equipment for implementation of erosion control measures shall be
on-site by October .1st. All grading activity shall be completed by October 15th,
prior to the on-set of the rainy season, with all disturbed areas stabilized and
revegetated by October 31st.
5.5 The project sponsor shall submit a detailed grading and drainage plan for review
and approval by the Engineering Section and the Planning Division prior to
approval of any improvement plans or the issuance of a grading permit. Project
grading and all site drainage improvements shall be designed and constructed in
conformance with the City of Petaluma Engineering Department's "Standards
Specifications," and with the Sonoma County Water Agency's "Flood Control
Design Criteria," if applicable. Drainage plans shall include supporting
calculations of storm drain and culvert size using acceptable engineering methods.
All hydrologic, hydraulic, and storm drain system design shall be subject to the
review and approval of the Sonoma County Water Agency (SCWA), and the City
Engineer.
5.6 The project sponsor shall pay all applicable Storm Drainage Impact Fees prior to
final inspection or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
5.7 The project sponsor shall submit Sonoma County Water Agency letter of
approval.
lBiolo;?ical Resources
6.1 Pre-construction surveys trees to be removed. from the South Parcel shall be
carried out immediately prior (within 21 days) to commencement of grading. Pre-
construction surveys for nesting raptors and migratory birds shall be conducted
during the nesting season (mid-January through September). An area within 250
feet of grading should be surveyed for nests to ensure that the construction will
not disturb nesting raptors or migratory birds. If nesting raptors or migratory birds
are present, then an appropriate buffer should. be established between the nests
and grading. The width of the buffer should be based on the topography and
vegetation surrounding the nest and other site-specific circumstances. Grading can
resume within the area of the buffer once the young have fledged.
6.2 Apre-construction survey shall be conducted for nesting saltmarsh common
yellowthroats in the willow trees growirig beside the Petaluma River (North
Parcel) approximately 21 days prior to construction. Surveys shall be conducted
from the beginning of April through the end of August. A buffer shall be
established around any yellowthroat nest encountered during the pre-construction
survey. The width of the buffer shall be determined by a qualified biologist, based
on circumstances at the site. A buffer shall also be established along the Petaluma
River and shall extend from the top of the bank and the edge of riparian (willow)
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vegetation to protect any potentially occurring special-status species or their
habitat.
6.3 All trees to be preserved shall be protected and maintained during grading and
construction by following the recommendations contained in the Lomas Tree
Report prepared by Ralph Osterling Consultants, Inc. dated October 6, 2004,
including but not limited to the installation of a six-foot high chain link tree
protection fence and a drip irrigation system.
6.4 To mitigate the loss of trees on the site, native trees shall be planted in suitable
areas throughout the open space areas and undeveloped portions of the site; in
accordance with the County of Sonoma Tree Protection and Replacement
Ordinance (Ordinance No. 4014), adopted in June 1989.
6.5 The applicant shall provide evidence to the Community Development Director
that the applicant has complied with and obtained appropriate permits from the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers the Regional Water Quality Control Board, the
California Department of Fish and Game, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Noise
7.1 Noise barriers shall be constructed to reduce exterior noise levels generated by
Highway 101 and Petaluma Boulevard South. Aten-foot barrier, relative to the
topography of the surrounding ground shall be constructed as depicted in the
Lomas Residential Development Environmental Noise Assessment, May 26,
2004, Illingworth & Rodkin, Inc. The barrier shall begin at the westernmost
corner of Townhome building T4 and shall maintain a height often feet above the
topography as it slopes up to the 85-foot elevation contour between buildings T1
and T2. The barrier could tie into the 85-foot contour (top-of--wall elevation
equals 85 feet). Six-foot noise barriers shall be constructed to interrupt the line of
sight between the private outdoor use areas of Lots 45-54 and 116-118.
7.2 The final site plan and grading plan shall be reviewed by an acoustical specialist
to identify any modifications necessary to the height and length of proposed
barriers to meet the acceptable exterior noise standards at affected residential
outdoor use areas.
7.3 The residential component is subject to requirements of the City of Petaluma and
the State Noise Insulation Standards. The design for the buildings shall include
details and specifications for noise control treatments necessary to reduce
environmental noise to 45 Ldn or less inside habitable rooms. Such treatments may
include, but not be limited to, sound rated windows and doors, special wall
constructions, acoustical sealants, weather-stripping, etc. The buildings shall be
provided with adequate mechanical ventilation, so occupants may keep their
windows open or closed at their own discretion while maintaining an acceptable
acoustical environment.
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7.4 All construction activities shall comply with applicable Performance Standards in
the Petaluma Zoning Ordinance and Municipal Code, and shall adhere to the
following:
a. In order to minimize potential impacts related to construction noise,
construction activities shall be limited to between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday
through Friday, unless a permit is first secured from the City Manager (or
his/her designee) for additional hours. No construction shall be permitted on
Sundays or City of Petaluma recognized legal holidays. There will be: no start
up of machines nor equipment prior to 7:00 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 cleaning of machines nor equipment past 6:00
p.m., Monday through Friday; no .servicing of equipment past 6:45 p.m.,
Monday through Friday.
b. All construction equipment powered by internal combustion engines shall be
properly muffled and maintained to minimize noise. Equipment shall be
turned off when not in use.
c. 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.
d. The Applicant shall designate a Project Manager with authority to implement
the mitigation measures who will be responsible for responding to any
complaints from the neighborhood, prior to issuance of a building/grading
permit. The Project Manager's telephone number shall be conspicuously
posted at the construction site. The Project Manager shall determine the cause
of noise complaints (e.g. starting too early, faulty muffler) and shall take
prompt action to correct the problem.
Visual Quality and Aesthetics
8.1 Mitigation measures identified in Section 6, Biological Resources, for protection
and replacement of trees on the site shall be implemented.
8.2 Improvement Plans, including proposed architecture, lighting, and landscaping
shall be subject to review and approval by SPARC.
8.3 All exterior lighting shall be directed onto the project site and access ways and
shielded to prevent glare and intrusion onto adjacent residential properties. Plans
submitted for SPARC review and approval shall incorporate lighting plans, which
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reflect the location and design of all proposed street lights, and any other exterior
lighting proposed.
8.4 Development plans shall be designed to avoid vehicular lighting impacts to
bedroom areas and other light-sensitive living areas of any nearby residential lot,
home or facility. Development plans for lots proposed at street intersections or in
other potentially light-sensitive locations shall incorporate architectural or
landscape design features to screen interior living space from the headlight glare.
8.5 In order to reduce potential impacts from light and glare, no illumination shall be
installed within the designated open space area except for low level lighting along
designated pathways, adjacent to public streets or across pedestrian bridges. The
improvement drawings and landscape plans prepared for the project shall reflect
the location and design details of all exterior light fixtures proposed.
Hazards & Hazardous Materials
9.1 For uses, including construction activities, involving storage of chemicals or
hazardous materials on-site, the Applicant shall file a declaration form with Fire
Marshal's office and shall obtain a hazardous materials storage permit.
9.2 If hazardous materials are used or stored on-site, the Applicant shall prepare a
Risk Management Plan (RMP) and submit for review and approval by the Fire
Marshall prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy or grading or building
permit for construction activities. The RMP shall include the following as
appropriate:
a. The Applicant shall provide for proper containment within storage areas for
hazardous materials and shall maintain emergency equipment and supplies, as
specified by the Fire Marshall, to address any spills or leaks from the
facilities.
b. The applicant shall identify any potentially hazardous substances or
contamination existing on-site and shall provide for proper treatment, removal
and disposal during construction.
c. If any vapors or other signs of contamination are detected during project
construction, all local, state, and federal requirements for remediation and
disposal of contaminated materials shall be followed.
9.3 The applicant shall comply with all existing Federal and State safety regulations
related to the transport, use, handling, storage, and/or disposal of potentially
hazardous substances on the site.
9.4 Prior to demolition of any existing structures on the site, the structures shall be
surveyed for asbestos-containing materials. If ACMs are determined to be present,
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a qualified asbestos abatement specialist shall perform the asbestos mitigation (i.e.
removal of the asbestos-containing linoleum in the residence).
9.5 Any existing wells or septic systems on the property shall be abandoned in
accordance with local and state regulations.
9.6 Hammerhead design for emergency vehicles shall meet the requirements and
specifications of the Petaluma Fire Department.
Transportation/Traffic
10.1 The project shall comply with the requirements of the City of Petaluma Bicycle
Plan. Plans for the project shall be referred to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory
Committee (PBAC) for review and comment.
10.2 The project sponsor shall be responsible for the payment of the City's Traffic
Mitigation Fees. Traffic Mitigation Fees shall be calculated at the time of issuance
of a building permit and shall be due and payable before final inspection or
issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
10.3 The project sponsor shall submit plans for review and approval by the City
Engineer for dedicated left-turn channelization and signalization at the
intersection of the proposed access road with Petaluma Boulevard South.
Public Services
11.1 In accordance with City regulations, the Applicant shall be responsible for
payment of Community Facilities Development fees to offset the impacts to
public facilities. Fees shall be calculated by the City at the time of building permit
issuance and are due and payable by the Applicant prior to final inspection or
issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
11.2 In accordance with City regulations, the Applicant shall be responsible for
payment of Park and Recreation Land Improvements fees. These fees provide for
acquisition, development and improvement of neighborhood and community park
and recreation facilities. Fees shall be calculated by the City at the time of
building permit issuance and are due and payable by the Applicant prior to final
inspection or issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
11.3 In accordance with City regulations, the Applicant shall be responsible for
payment of School Facilities fees. Fees shall be calculated by the City at the time
of building permit issuance and are due and payable directly to the school district
by the Applicant prior to final inspection or issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
The Applicant shall provide a receipt or proof of payment of school facilities fees
to the City Building Division prior to final inspection or issuance of a certificate
of occupancy.
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Recreation
12.1 To mitigate for the increased demand for recreational facilities generated by an
increase in residents in the area, the applicant shall be responsible for payment of
Park and Recreation Land Improvements fees. These fees provide for acquisition,
development and improvement of neighborhood and community park and
recreation facilities. Fees shall be calculated by the City at the time of building
permit issuance and are due and payable by the Applicant prior to final inspection
or issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
><Jtilities Infrastructure
13.1 To minimize impacts on landfill capacity, the project shall follow the following
measures: recycle construction and demolition debris to the maximum extent
feasible; and provide adequate space for the storage and collection of recyclable
materials at the proposed development. Evidence of the intent to comply with this
measure shall be submitted with Improvement Plans.
13.2 Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant. shall submit a water
conservation plan for review and approval by the City of Petaluma Department of
Water Resources. The said plan shall identify Best Management Practices for
water conservation that would result in a reduction of water consumption by at
least 40%.
13.3 The landscape plan, irrigation plan and grading plan shall comply with the City's
Landscape Water Efficiency Standards. Prior to the issuance of a building permit
for the project, each of these plans and all supporting documents shall be
submitted to the City for review and approval. The Landscape Water Efficiency
Standards shall apply to all common area, open space, park, and subdivision
perimeter landscaping, as well as single-family front yard landscaping.
13.4 If prior to issuance of the first building permit for the Lomas Development, the
City has enacted the collection of a water conservation fee for new development,
the applicant shall be required to pay the fees necessary in order for the Lomas
Development to result in "water neutral" project, i.e. zero net increase in water
consumption.
Cultural Resources
15.1 If, during the course of construction, cultural, archaeological or paleontological
resources are uncovered at the site (surface or subsurface resources) work shall be
halted immediately within 50 meters (150 feet) of the find until it can be
evaluated by a qualified professional archaeologist. The City of Petaluma
Planning Division and a qualified archaeologist (i.e., an archaeologist registered
with the Society of Professional Archaeologists) shall be immediately contacted
by the responsible individual present on-site. When contacted, Community
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Development Department staff and the archaeologist shall immediately visit the
site to determine the extent of the resources and to develop proper mitigation
measures required for the discovery.
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 City of Petaluma at a (Regular) (Adjourned) (Special) meeting form
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following vote:
City Attorney
AYES: Canevaro, Vice Mayor Harris, Healy, Nau
NOES: Mayor Glass, Torliatt
ABSENT: None RECUSED:O'Brien ~
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City Clerk Mayor
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