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COMMISSION MEETING
November 16, 2005 APPROVED BY
FROM: STAFF, Planning Division
Planning and Development Department DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF REZONE APPLICATION NO. R-05-29, VESTING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5511/UGM, AND ENVIRONMENTAL FINDING
FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. R-05-29/T-5511
MODIFICATIONS TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Staff recommends the following modifications to the conditions of approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map
No. 5511/UGM:
1. Condition No. 55 is modified as follows:
Dedicate a 36-foot wide easement for bike and pedestrian purposes along the south side of the
California Avenue alignment within Outlot D (Additional right-of-way may be required for
drainage purposes). Construct a 12-foot wide pedestrian and bike trail/path, complete with
lighting, signing, striping and landscaping, per the 2025 Fresno General Plan, Master Multi-
Purpose Trails Manual and Public Works Standards P-59 and P-60 and Exhibit B of Public Works
Department, Engineering Division Memorandum dated November 10, 2005. Verify details with
the Fresno Irrigation District regarding construction and joint use easement. Submit engineered
construction plans to Public Works. Submit lighting, signing, and striping plans to Traffic
Engineering. Submit grading, landscape and irrigation plans to Engineering services.
2. Condition No. 71 is modified as follows:
A Preliminary Sewer Design Layout shall be prepared by the Developer's Engineer and
submitted to the Department of Public Utilities for review and conceptual approval prior to submittal
or acceptance of the developer's final map and engineered plan and profile improvement drawing
for City review. ,
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the following modification to the conditions of approval for Vesting Tentative
Tract Map No. 5464/UGM.
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00M 'I,w REPORT TC HE CITY COUNCIL AGF 'A ITEM NO. pyyj
COUNCIL MEETING 12/13/05
December 13, 2005
APPROG ED BY
FROM: NICK P. YOVINO, Director DEPARTMENTD/RECTOR
Planning and Development Departmen
/ C17T MANAGER
BY: GiLBEP,T J. HARD, Plannin�Alanag-
Planning
Division :� �, �, —
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF REZONE APPLICATION NO. R-05-29 AND
ENVIRONMENTAL FINDING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
NO. R-05-29iT-5511 1
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KEY RESULT AREA 1
One Fresno
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1. APPROVE the environmental finding for Environmental Assessment No. R-05-29Fr-5511 dated
October 26, 2005, that the project proposal conforms to the provisions of the 2025 Fresno General
Plan Master Environmental impact Report (MSIR No. 10130).
2. APPROVE Rezone Application No. R-05-29 which proposes to rezone the project site from the
R-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family Residential-AgriculturaUResidential Modifying/Urban Growth
Management) zone district to the R-1/UGM (Single Family Residential/Urban Growth
Management) and R-1-AIR-M/UGM (Single Family Residential/Residential Modifying/Urban
Growth Management) zone district.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Rezone Application No. R-05-298 proposes to change the zone district from the R-A/R-M/UGM (Single
Family Residential-Agricultural/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth Management) zone district to the
R-1/UGM (Single Family Residential/Urban Growth Management) and R-1-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family
Residential/Residential Modiying/Urban Growth Management) zone district for approximately 45.85
acres (net) of property located on the west side of South Minnewawa Avenue between East Church
Avenue and the East California.Avenue alignment. The applicant, Pleasant Valley Investments, LC, has
also filed Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM proposing to subdivide the subject property into a
193-lot (plus five outlots) single family residential subdivision at an overall density of 4.2 units per acre.
The applications would bring the subject property into conformance with the 2025 Fresno
General Plan and the Roosevelt Community Plan. On November 16, 2005, the Fresno City Planning
Commission recommended approval of the rezone application to the City Council, The Planning
Commission also took action to approve related Vesting Tentative Tract No. 5511/UGM on the subject
property. It is noted that the Planning Commission action on the tentative tract map is final and,
therefore, no action is required by the City Council. The rezone application is supported by staff.
REPORT TO THE CITY.COUNCIL
Rezone Application•No. R-o5=29
December 13, 2005
Page 2
K`Y 03JECTfVE BALANCE
Council action regarding this proposed landuse application optimizes 'the. three Key Objectives of
Customer Satisfaction, Employee Satisfaction, and Financial Management. Affirmative action by the
Council will result in,timely,deliverance of the 'review and processing of the application asis reasonably
expected by the applicant/customer. Prudent financial management is;'deionstrated by the expedit{ous
'completion of this land use application inasmuch as the applicant/customer has paid to the city a fee,for
the processing of this application and ,that:fee is, in turn, funding the operations of the, Planning and
' 'Development Department.,, Employee 'satisfaction is derived from .the fact`..that•theprofessional and
technical staff, who have reviewed•and ,made a recommendation on'this {and use application, have done
so in a thorough and professional manner, thereby enhancing the sense,of accomplishment in the
completion of the application process.
PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT A 103-lot (plus five outlots), single-family residential subdivision on
45.85 acres (net) of property.to be developed at an overall density of
4.2 dwelling units per:acre
APPLICANT Pleasant Vail ey,Investments, LLC (Engineer: Precision)
LOCATION West, side of South Niinnewawa Avenue between East :'Church
Avenue and the,:East California Avenue alignment.
(CoUnci!'District 5, Counciimember Dages)
SITE SIZE 45.85 acres (net)
LAND USE.' Existing - Vacant
Proposed .Single Family Residential
ZONING Existing - R-A/R-M/U GM (Single family Residential-
Agricultural/Residentia) Modiying/,Urban Growth
Management)
Proposed - R-I/UGM (Single Family'Residential/Urban',Growth
Management)`•and :R-1-A/R-M/UGM• (Single; Family
Residential/Residential ModiTying4LIrban, ._Growth
Management)
PLAN DESIGNATION The proposed R-1iUGM and 'R-1-A/UGM zone districts and'193=lot
AND CONSISTENCY single family residential subdivision is consistent with the.2025
Fresno ;General Flan and Roosevelt Community P{an designations
of the site for medium,low and low density residential.planned ;and
usest respectively:
ENVIRONMENTAL FINDING Finding of Conformity, to the 2025 Fresno Genera! Pian :Master
Environmental•Impact No. 10130;dated October 26,
2005
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Rezone Application No. R-05-29
December 13, 2005"
Page 3
PLAN COMMITTEE The Roosevelt Community Plan Advisory Committee reviewed the
RECOMMENDATION project on October 10, 2005 and unanimously recommended that
the project be denied.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve rezone application.
PLANNING COMMISSION On November 16, 2005, the Planning Commission voted to
RECOMMENDATION recommend approval of the rezone application by a 5-0 vote.
BORDERING PROPERTY INFORMATION
�e Planned Land Use 1 Existing Zoning Existing Land Use
North Medium Low Density Residential R-1/UGM (Single Family Single Family Residential and
and low density residential Residential/Urban Growth Rural Residential
Management) and R-A/UGM
(Single Family Residential-
Agricultural/Urban Growth
Management)
South Medium Low Density Residential R-1/UGM (Single Family Proposed Single Family
Residential/Urban Growth Residential
Management)
East Low Density Residential R-1-AH (County) Single Family Residential
West Medium-Low Density Residential AE-5/UGM (Exclusive Five Agricultural and Proposed
and Public Facilities Acre Agricultural/Urban Single Family Residential
Growth Management) and
R-1/UGM (Single Family
Residential/Urban Growth
Management)
ENVIRONMENTAL FINDING
The initial study prepared for Environmental Assessment No. R-05-291-I-5511 considered potential
environmental impacts associated with the subject rezone application and subdivision map request.
The study indicates that the project, if approved, would conform to the land use designation and land
use policies of the 2025 Fresno General Plan and is within the scope of Master Environmental Impact
Report No. 10130. Therefore, staff has issued a finding that the project proposal is in conformance to
the 2025 Fresno General Plan Master Environmental Impact Report (MSIR No. 10130) dated October
26, 2005, which incorporates a MSIR Mitigation Monitoring Checklist. This environmental finding was
properly noticed with no comments filed within the 20-day review and comment period.
REPORT TO THE C:ITY•COUNC:1�
Rezone Application No. R-05-29
December, 13,2005 -
Page 4
BACKGROUND ! ANALYSIS
The applicant, Pleasant Valley.nvestments, LaLC, has filed Rezone Application No. R-05-29 and Vesting
Tentative Tract Map'No. 1511/UGM for approximately 45.85 (net) acres of property located an`the east
side of South Minnewawa Avenue ,between, East Church Avenue :and tf e East California;'Avenue
alignment. The rezone application proposes.to reclassify the subject property from the R-A/R-M/UGM
(Single Family Residential Agricultural/F�esidential.Modifying/Urban Growth.Management),'zone district
,to'.the R-1/UGM (Single Family'Residential/Urpan Growrth':Management) and R-1-A/R-M/UGM,(Single
Family Residential/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth Management) zone district.: Vesting Tentative
Tract Map No. 5511/UGM proposes tosubdivide the 45.85-acre site into a'193-lot (plus five`outlots)
single family residential subdivision at an overall density of a.2 dwelling units per acre.
On November 1.9, 20.02,.the City Council, through Resolution, No: 2002-379, ;adopted the 2025 Fresno
General Plan whlch ;also adopted the;Roosevelt.Community Plan. The Roosevelt Comm unity• ?fan
designates the subject property 'for. low, (0-2.18 dwelling•units per acre) and medium-low .(2.15-4.98,
•dwelling units per ac.re),'density residential land,uses, The applicant wishes'to pursue development of
the.subject property with 193 single family homes.' The requested R-1-ALR-M/UGM
(Single .Family
ResidentiallResidential Modifying/Urban Growth NJanagement) and R-1/UGM (Single Family
Residen iallUrban Growth Ml t?agement)`zone;`,districts'are:`considered-consistent with the low density
and;medium-low density residential land use'designations, respectively. Furthermore, the proposed
development with a density of 4:2 .dwelling units per,acre .demonstrates that the project sit e'will be.,
developed within.the overall`density of-d'elling units anticipated by the`2025 Fresno General:Plan aro
Roosevelt Community,Plan.
Roosevelt Community Plan Citizens' Advisory CommitteQ
The'.Roosevelt Community .Plan Citizens' Advisory Committee reviewed the proposed rezone and
,tentative tract map applications at its•meeting on ,O.cto•ber 10, 2005. The Committee' unanimously
recommended denial .of the'project. The Committee:recommended that the project density be reduced'
and that additional open space be incorporated into the project.
It is'noted'that the Droject design has been amended since it was reviewed by the Committee and the
revised map does pz opose`two,`fewer lots than orig�rally proposed.. :Furthermore,, the, new:design ,
proposes,additional,open space In the southeasterly portion of the;pro ject' -
Fresno City Planning Commission
On November 16, 2005 the Fresno "City Planning Commission considered Rezone Application
No: R-05-29 and after'a complete hearing took"action to recommend approval,of the rezone application
to,the City Council by..a vote`of.5-0 It is noted that the Commission, by the same vote, also took'action
to approve related Vesting Tentative Tract,No. 55
Jt
It is:noted that a number of surrounding propNry owners'spoke `at the hearing and voiced concerns
related to the project's .proposed access'to Minnnewawa'Avenue. , The neighbor's`were .gene;ally in
favor of,the project design which does not permit access o MinneAiawa.Avenue ncrth,of the .Central
Canal. The neighbor's`also yo iced:concerns regarding the size and height of,the'houses;that would,be
constructed along the easterly.boundar`y of the site.
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Rezone Application No. R-05-29
December 13, 2005
Page 5
Water Resources and Public Water Supply
The Water Division of the Department of Public Utilities has determined that there is an adequate
source of water available to serve the project with the implementation of the UGM service delivery
requirements and environmental impact mitigation measures. The nearest presently available water
service line is located in Church Avenue at Minnewawa Avenue.
The Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District (FMFCD) has indicated that permanent flood control
service is not available for this project. The developer will be required to construct temporary facilities
until permanent facilities become available.
implementation of the 2025 Fresno General Plan policies, mitigation measures of Master Environmental
Impact Report No. 10130, the Water Resources Management Plan, and the mitigation measures
identified by the project environmental assessment/initial study will provide an adequate, reliable and
sustainable water supply for the project's urban domestic and public safety consumptive purposes.
Sewage Collection System Capacity
Several major facility improvement projects have been implemented at the City of Fresno's Regional
Wastewater Treatment and Reclamation Facility in order to accommodate the projected rates of
population and employment growth up to a projected population holding capacity of 590,000 people.
These improvements have been completed to provide an expanded wastewater treatment and
reclamation capacity of 80 million gallons per day (MGD), which is sufficient to accommodate continued
planned urban development including the proposed project.
The Department of Public Utilities has determined that adequate sanitary sewer service is available to
serve the project, subject to the mitigation measures imposed with the environmental assessment. The
nearest public sanitary sewer main to serve this project is located in West Church Avenue at South
Minnewawa Avenue.
Circulation Element Plan Policies and Major Street System Traffic Capacity
The 2025 Fresno General Plan designates South Minnewawa Avenue as a scenic drive, which requires
a 60-foot right-of-way width. The applicant will be required to dedicate and construct improvements on_
South Minnewawa Avenue. Improvements include the construction of curb, gutter, sidewalk/multi-
purpose trail, and paving within the limits of the tract and construction of an underground street lighting
system. These street improvements are outlined in more detail in the Vesting Tentative Tract Map
No. 5511/UGM Conditions of Approval dated November 16, 2005.
A Traffic Impact Study (TIS) was prepared for the proposed project by Peters Engineering Group dated
November 3, 2005. The proposed development of a 193-lot single family residential subdivision on the
45.85-acre project site can be expected to generate an average of 1,848 vehicle trips per day (VTD),
which includes 145 a.m. and 195 p.m. peak hour trips.
The traffic study analyzed the intersections of East Butler and South Peach Avenue, East Church and
South Peach Avenue and South Peach and East Jensen Avenue as well as road segments on Peach
Avenue between Jensen and Butler Avenues. in addition, the study analyzed the project's impact on
the State Route 180 interchange with Peach Avenue, the State Route 99 interchange with Jensen
Avenue and the State Route 41 interchange with Jensen Avenue.
REPORT TO T•HE CITY COUNCIL
Rezone Application No. R-05-25
December 13",,20105
Page,,6'
An'important goal is,to maintain acceptable levels of service along the highway and street network: To
accomplish this, local agencies' adopt minimum levels of service ``(LOS) in an:attempt to :control
congestion,that may result as new development occurs. Caltrans' minimum LOS
is C 'except where
prohibitive,.according to information specffled in:Caltrans','A.Guide For Traffic. Impact Studies. The City
of Fresno's minimum LOS design'standard is LOS D,: Traffic impacts are considered to occur whenever
the LOS exceeds D on the.City street system, or C on the .State ;highway system
The results of the study determined that the intersection ,o1. f Poach and 'Butler Avenue should be
signalized with or without the proposed project. The Intersection of` Peach and Jensen Avenue is
expected to require signalization with or without the proposed project: The of Peach and
Church is operating at an acceptable level of service;at this time and is projected,to continue to operate
at_an acceptable level of service in the year 2025, with the eventual signalization and wide niria cf the
intersection to City standards. The Peach,Avenue road segments betweenJensen and Butler Avenues
are expected to operate at acceptable levels of service Lwith,one,Iahe in each direction.after construction
of the project. In the uture,,it,.is anticipated that Peach.Avenue, in this location, will require two lanes in
each direction to achieve an acceptable.level of
service.
The proposed project as well as,other urban land uses developed as planned fay the 2025, Fresno
General Plan'Will'.be.`required to construct the;planned •major street system .consistent with the%p bblic
facility and service delivery requirements of the Urban Growth Management Program. In addition; the
developer of this project, in accordance with the mitigation measures of Master Environmental;lmpact
Report (No. 10130) which was certified by the Council with the:adootion of,the 2025 Fresno General,
Plan, will be required to Pay impact f es; specific to the "traffic, signalization of the major:street
intersections:
In order to alleviate'the impact of this project upon the City of Fresno's street system and to provide for
a smooth flow of 'traffic to and from`the:project; the-property ownerldeveloperwill be required to dedicate
a portion of•the subject sites for street purposes in accordance with adopted plans'and policies such as
the Major Street and Highway Ran, the.Circulation Element of the General Plan, an`Official Plan Line,:a
Director's Determination, or a focal street public impeovement standard as C�etermined by the Director.
Each development must also construct a portion, of the planned major street system, including;off-site
extensions as required by Urban Growth.,-Management Policies. -
These and other street plans are:the product of careful planning that projects traffic capacity needs
based on the densities and;ntensities of planned land uses anticipated at build-out of the planned area.
These streets will provide adequate access to and recognize the traffic generating characteristics of
individual properties and, at the same time,•afford the community an adequate and efficient circulation
system.
State'Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), District 6, Office of Intergovernmental Relations
had originally commented in their letter of. September 25 2005 that .development of the proposed
residences,will result in-additional vehicle trips during the peak hour t�.affic periods which:will•im,pact.the
State, Route (SR) 99 interchange at Jensen Avenue .and had indicated that the project should pay its
proportionate share of the cost toward improvements to that interchange:`i-lowever,'based on the,results
of the traffic study, Caltrans has acknowledged in the attached letter dated November 28, 2005'that the
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Rezone Application No. R-05-29
December 13, 2005
Page 7
impacts from this project on the interchange will be minimal and therefore has withdrawn their request
for traffic mitigation from this project.
Subdivision Design,Streets and Access Points
This subdivision is proposed to have one access point to South Minnewawa Avenue at the
southeasterly corner of the subdivision and two local street connections to the proposed subdivision to
the west of the subject property which ultimately connects to South Peach Avenue. The Public Works
Department, Transportation Planning Section has reviewed the rezone application and tentative tract
map. Public Works staff has determined that the streets adjacent to and near the subject site will be
able to accommodate the quantity and kind of traffic generated, subject to the dedication and
improvement of adjacent portions of South Minnewawa Avenue.
It is noted that City staff has received numerous letters from property owners who reside within the
County development to the east of the subject project, who are adamantly opposed to this project
having access to Minnewawa Avenue, north of Fancher Creek. These residents feel that Minnewawa
Avenue could not accommodate the additional traffic that would be generated from this project. It is
staff's opinion that the design of the subdivision addresses the concerns of these neighbors.
The design of the project, as proposed, would terminate Minnewawa Avenue from the north at East Pitt
Avenue. -The developer is required to construct a bridge over Fancher Creek to allow access from this
( subdivision onto Minnewawa Avenue to the south allowing the residents of the subdivision to access
Church Avenue. Only the seven lots which are proposed to front directly onto Minnewawa Avenue
would be able to access northbound Minnewawa Avenue, north of East Pitt Avenue.
LandscapingMfalls/Trails
The applicant is required to dedicate 36-feet along the north property line to accommodate the required
multi-purpose trail along the California Avenue alignment. In addition, the applicant will be required to
install a solid wall at the rear of the required trail, which will mitigate the adverse effect of noise
generated by the spur line of the San Joaquin Valley Railroad, which is directly north of the multi-
purpose trail. The wall along the north property line shall be designed in accordance with the acoustical
analysis prepared by Brown-Buntin Associates dated April 26, 2005, which addresses the noise impacts
resulting from the railroad.
There is also a planned multi-purpose trail along Minnewawa Avenue between the California Avenue
alignment and Fancher Creek. This trail is intended to provide a connection between the above noted
trail along the California Avenue alignment and the planned trail along the south side of Fancher Creek.
The trail along Minnewawa Avenue will be constructed with this project along the west side of the street.
Fire Service
The proposed subdivision design would not allow for development on Lots 1-7 of the subdivision, since
these lots are beyond 1,000 feet from a second access point. In order to allow development on these
lots an emergency vehicle accessway is proposed that would connect northbound Minnewawa Avenue
at Pitt Avenue with southbound Minnewawa Avenue, which ultimately connects to Church Avenue.
Please note that this accessway is intended for emergency vehicles only.
REPORT.TO THE,CITY COUNCIL
Rezone Application'No,'R-05-29
December 13, 2005
Page 8
CONCLUSION / RECOMMENDATION
The appropriateness of the .proposed proiact has been examined with respect,to its consistency with
goals and policies ;of the 2025. Fresno General 'Plan and the Roosevelt Community Plan; its
compatibility with surrounding existing, \or, proposed uses; and, itsavoidance or mitigation of
potentially significant adverse environmentalimpacts.. `These factors have' been evaluated as
described,above and,by'the accompanying environmental -assessment. Upon consideration of this'
evaluation, it can be'concluded that the`proposed Rezone Application,No. R-05-729 is appropriate for
the project site and staff recommends'approval
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Attachments: Vicinity Map
Aerial.Photo'
Vesting.Tentative Tract Map No %5511/UGM dated November'.9. 2005
Letters;from Caltrans.dated'September 28, 2005,and November 28, 2005
Environmental Assessment No. R-05 2971-5511, Finding of Conformity to the ,
2025;Fresno General Plan Master environmental Impact Report (MSIR ho: 10130)
dated October 26, 2005 ,
Planning Commission Resolution No: '12353
Plannng`Comnaission.Resolution No: 12354 '
Ordinance Bill '
FRESNO CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 12354
The Fresno City Planning Commission at its regular meeting on November 16, 2005, adopted the
following resolution pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act of the Government Code of the State of
California and the Municipal Code of the City of Fresno.
WHEREAS, a Vesting Tentative Map of Tract No. 5511/UGM was filed with the City of Fresno and
proposes a 193-lot (plus five outlots) single-family residential subdivision on 45.85 acres of land
located on the west side of South Minnewawa Avenue between East Church Avenue and the East
California Avenue alignment; and,
WHEREAS, the Roosevelt Community Plan Citizens Advisory Committee reviewed the application on
October 10, 2005, and unanimously recommended that the project be denied; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Department staff recommended approval of the proposed
project subject to all conditions of approval contained in the staff report dated November 16, 2005;
and,
WHEREAS, the Fresno City Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on November 16,
2005, to review the proposed subdivision and considered the staff report and invited testimony and
reviewed the requested subdivision in accordance with the policies of the Roosevelt Community Plan
and the 2025 Fresno General Plan; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Fresno City Planning Commission hereby finds and
determines that there is no substantial evidence in the record to indicate that Vesting Tentative Tract
Map No. 5511/UGM may have a significant effect on the environment as identified by the Finding of
Conformity to the 2025 Fresno General Plan Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR No. 10130)
dated October 26, 2005, prepared for Environmental Assessment No. R-05-29/T-5511.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Fresno City Planning Commission finds that approval of
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM, subject to Section 12-403-B of the Fresno Municipal
Code, is consistent with the adopted 2025 Fresno General Plan and Roosevelt Community Plan and
the findings required pursuant to Section 66410 et. seq. of the California Government Code.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Fresno City Planning Commission hereby approves Vesting
Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM subject to the Planning and Development Department Conditions
of Approval dated November 16, 2005, and the following additions, deletions and modifications to
those conditions:
1. Condition No. 35 is modified as follows:
Comply with the attached memorandum from the Fire Department dated November
16, 2005.
2. Condition No. 47 is modified as follows:
Construct street improvements in accordance with Public Works Standard P-54 which
includes a 28-foot pavement section design with 14 feet of permanent pavement
west of centerline and 12 feet of permanent pavement east of centerline.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 12354
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 2
3. Condition No. 50 is modified as follows:
Construct a 12-foot wide pedestrian and bike trail/path consisting of compacted
crushed decomposed granite along the project frontage, complete with lighting,
signing, striping and landscaping, per the 2025 Fresno General Plan, Master Multi-
Purpose Trails Manual and Public Works Standards P-59 and P-60. Identify the trail
route on the map and provide a cross section prior to the council hearing on this
project. Submit engineered construction plans to Public Works. Submit lighting,
signing, and striping plans to Traffic Engineering. Submit grading, landscape and
irrigation plans to Engineering services. An additional dedication may be required for
the equestrian portion.
4. Condition No. 55 is modified as follows:
Dedicate a 36-foot wide easement for bike and pedestrian purposes along the south
side of the California Avenue alignment within Outlot D (Additional right-of-way
may be required for drainage purposes). Construct a 12-foot wide pedestrian and bike
trail/path, complete with lighting, signing, striping and landscaping, per the 2025 Fresno
General Plan, Master Multi-Purpose Trails Manual and Public Works Standards P-59
and P-60 and Exhibit B of Public Works Department, Engineering Division
Memorandum dated November 10, 2005. Verify details with the Fresno Irrigation
District regarding construction and joint use easement. Submit engineered
construction plans to Public Works. Submit lighting, signing, and striping plans to
Traffic Engineering. Submit grading, landscape and irrigation plans to Engineering
services.
5. Condition No. 57 is deleted
6. Condition No 59 is modified as follows:
Design and construct a Major Street Bridge (non UGM) at the intersection of South-
Minnewawa Avenue and the Central No. 23 Canal. Public Works will apply this
requirement to a minimum of four other subdivisions with each subdivision
being responsible for a fee no greater than 1/5 of the cost of said bridge. Bridge
construction shall occur prior to close out of this subdivision or at such time
that the City Engineer deems it necessary, whichever occurs first.
7. Condition No. 71 is modified as follows:
A Preliminary Sewer Design Layout shall be prepared by the Developer's Engineer
and submitted to the Department of Public Utilities for review and conceptual approval
prior to submittal or acceptance of the developer's final map and engineered plan and
profile improvement drawing for City review.
8. The following condition is added to the conditions of approval:
Houses constructed on lots 64 through 70 and 72 through 76 shall be single story.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 12354
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 3
9. The following condition is added to the conditions of approval:
A six-foot high decorative masonry wall shall be constructed along the rear property
lines of lots 64 through 70 and 72 through 76 and along the northerly property line of lot
1. The wall shall be reduced to three feet within the 50 foot landscape setback along
Minnewawa Avenue.
10. The following condition is added to the conditions of approval:
Houses constructed on lots 1 through 7 shall be a minimum of 2,500 square feet and
the building plans for the houses shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning and
Development Department Director.
11. The following condition is added to the conditions of approval:
Comply with the memoranda from the Fresno County Department of Public Works and
Planning dated November 10, 2005 and November 16, 2005.
The foregoing Resolution was adopted by the Fresno City Planning Commission upon a motion by
Commissioner Kissler, seconded by Commissioner Vang.
VOTING: Ayes - Kissler, Vang, Cherry, Vasquez, Brand
Noes - None
Not Voting - None
Absent - Dibuduo
DATED: November 16, 2005 NICK P. YOVINO, Secretary
Fresno City Planning Commission
Resolution No. 12354
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
Filed by Pleasant Valley Investments, LLC
Action: Approve
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ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRESNO
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PROPOSED AND INITIATED BY
MOVED BY nages SECONDED BY Perea
'?�;;,, BILL NO. B-153
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ORDINANCE NO. 2005-156
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FRESNO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE OFFICIAL ZONE MAP OF THE CITY OF FRESNO HERETOFORE
ADOPTED BY ARTICLES 1 TO 4.5 INCLUSIVE, CHAPTER 12, OF THE
FRESNO MUNICIPAL CODE, BEING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF FRESNO
WHEREAS, Rezone Application No. R-05-29 has been filed by Pleasant Valley Investments,
LLC, property owner, with the City of Fresno to rezone property as described hereinbelow; and,
WHEREAS, the Roosevelt Community Plan Advisory Committee reviewed the application on
October 10, 2005, and unanimously recommended that the project be denied; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Article 4, Chapter 12, of the Fresno Municipal Code, the
Planning Commission of the City of Fresno held a public hearing on the 16th day of November, 2005,to
consider Rezone Application No. R-05-29 and related Environmental Assessment No. R-05-29/T-5511,
during which the Commission recommended to the Council of the City of Fresno approval of the subject
environmental assessment and rezone application amending the City's Zoning Ordinance on real
property described hereinbelow from the R-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family Residential-
AgriculturallResidential ModifyinglUrban Growth Management) to the R-1/UGM (Single Family
Residential/Urban Growth Management) and R-1-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family Residential/Residential
ModifyinglUrban Growth Management) zone district; and,
Ordinance Amending Official Zone Map
Rezone Application No. R-05-29
December 13, 2005
_,___Page 2
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Fresno, on the 13th day of December, 2005, received the
recommendation of the Planning Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRESNO DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Based upon the testimony and information presented at the hearing and upon
review and consideration of the environmental documentation provided, the adoption of the proposed
rezoning is in the best interest of the City of Fresno. The Council finds in accordance with its own
independent judgment that there is no substantial evidence in the record that the rezoning may have a
significant effect on the environment as identified by the Finding of Environmental Conformity to the
2025 Fresno General Plan Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR No. 10130) dated October 26,
2005, prepared for Environmental Assessment No. R-05-29/T-5511. Accordingly, Environmental
Assessment No. R-05-29/T-5511 is hereby approved.
SECTION 2. The Council finds the requested R-1/UGM and R-1-A/R-M/UGM zone districts are
consistent with the existing medium-low and low density residential land use designations, respectively,
of the 2025 Fresno General Plan and Roosevelt Community Plan as specified in Section 12-403-B of the
Fresno Municipal Code.
SECTION 3. The Council finds that the zone district of the rea(property described hereinbelow,
located in the City of Fresno and shown on the Official Zone Map of the City of Fresno, is reclassified
from the R-A/R-M//UGM (Single Family Residential-Agricultural/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth
Management) to the R-1/UGM (Single Family Residential/Urban Growth Management) zone district:
That portion of Parcel C of Lot Line Adjustment No. 2000-11, as evidenced by an application for
Lot Line Adjustment attached to grant deed recorded August 22, 2000, Instrument No. 00-
100922 Official Records, being a portion of the Northwest quarter of Section 17, Township 14
South, Range 21 East, Mount Diablo Base and Meridian, together with a portion of the Northeast
quarter of said Section 17, according to the Official Plat thereof, more particularly described as
follows:
Ordinance Amending Official Zone Map
Rezone Application No. R-05-29
December 13, 2005
Page 3
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, r Commencing at the North quarter corner of said Section 17; thence South 01° 43' 00" East,
along the East line of said Northwest quarter, a distance of 2035.48 feet to a point on the center
line of Fancher Creek, said point being the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; thence along the
center line of said Fancher Creek the following courses: North 650 41' 08" West, a distance of
951.50 feet; thence North 85° 05' 45"West, a distance of 66.29 feet; thence South 65° 08' 55"
West, a distance of 133.70 feet; thence South 29° 08' 29"West, a distance of 20.38 feet; thence
South 58° 32' 25"West, a distance of 24.50 feet; thence South 530 53' 54"West, a distance of
51.44 feet; thence South 600 22' 50"West, a distance of 51.55 feet; thence South 700 30' 10"
West, a distance of 56.99 feet; thence South 760 51' 49"West, a distance of 56.40 feet; thence
South 770 36' 00"West, a distance of 63.82 feet; thence South 790 16' 01"West, a distance of
0.66 feet to a point on the West line of the East half of the Northwest quarter of said Section 17;
thence leaving the center line of Fancher Creek, North 01° 29' 36"West, along said West line, a
distance of 1797.18 feet to the Northwest corner of said Parcel C; thence North 89° 27' 06" East,
along the North line of said Parcel C, a distance of 799.58 feet; thence South 01° 43' 00" East, a
distance of 584.81 feet; thence North 880 17' 00" East, a distance of 398.00 feet; thence South
01° 43' 00" East, a distance of 305.00 feet; thence South 880 17' 00"West, a distance of 210.22
feet; thence South 010 43' 00" East, a distance of 200.00 feet; thence North 880 17' 00" East, a
distance of 171.22 feet; thence South 650 53' 58" East, a distance of 162.51 feet to the beginning
of a curve concave to the Southwest, having a radius of 127.00 feet; thence Southwesterly and
Southerly along said curve, through a central angle of 700 16' 16", an arc distance of 155.76 feet;
thence South 040 22' 18"West, a distance of 129.56 feet; thence North 650 41' 08" West, a
distance of 36.19 feet to the Point of Beginning.
SECTION 4. The Council finds that the zone district of the real property described hereinbelow,
located in the City of Fresno and shown on the Official Zone Map of the City of Fresno, is reclassified
from the R-A/R-M//UGM (Single Family Residential-Agricultural/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth
Management) to the R-1-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family Residential/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth
Management)zone district.
That portion of Parcel C of Lot Line Adjustment No. 2000-11, as evidenced by an application for
Lot Line Adjustment attached to grant deed recorded August 22, 2000, Instrument No. 00-
100922 Official Records, being a portion of the Northwest quarter of Section 17, Township 14
South, Range 21 East, Mount Diablo Base and Meridian, according to the Official Plat thereof,
more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the North quarter corner of said Section 17; thence South 01° 43' 00" East,
along the East line of said Northwest quarter, a distance of 590.04 feet to the TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING; thence South 880 17' 00"West, a distance of 132.00 feet; thence South 01° 43' 00"
East, a distance of 305.00 feet; thence North 880 17' 00" East, a distance of 132.00 feet to a
point on said East line of said Northwest quarter; thence North 01° 43' 00"West, along said East
line, a distance of 305.00 feet to the Point of Beginning.
Ordinance Amending Official Zone Map
Rezone Application No. R-05-29
December 13, 2005
Page 4
TOGETHER WITH that portion of said Parcel C and a portion of the Northeast quarter of said
". Section 17, described as follows:
Commencing at the North quarter corner of said Section 17; thence South 01° 43' 00° East,
along the East line of said Northwest quarter, a distance of 1095.04 feet to the TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING; thence continuing South 01* 43' 00" East, along the East line of said Northwest
quarter, a distance of 512.74 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the Northeast,
having a radius of 50.00 feet; thence Southeasterly along said curve, through a central angle of
780 27' 47°, an arc distance of 68.47 feet to a point on a line parallel with and 40.00 feet East of
the East line of said Northwest quarter; thence South 01° 43' 00° East, along said parallel line, a
distance of 210.78 feet to a point on a non-tangent curve concave to the Southwest, having a
radius of 127.00 feet, a radial through said point bears North 690 12' 10° East; thence
Northwesterly along said non-tangent curve, through a central angle of 450 06' 08", an arc
distance of 99.97 feet; thence North 650 53' 58" West, a distance of 162.51 feet; thence North
010 43' 00"West, a distance of 628.93 feet; thence North 880 17' 00" East, a distance of 171.00
feet to the Point of Beginning.
SECTION 5: The rezoning of the subject property described in Section 3 shall be subject to the
following conditions, all of which are recorded and on file with the Fresno County Recorder's Office:
1. Houses constructed on lots 1 through 7 of Vesting Tentative Tract No. 5511 shall be a
minimum of 3,000 square feet and the building plans for the houses shall be reviewed
and approved by the Planning and Development Department Director.
2. Circular driveways shall be installed within the front yards of lots 1 through 7 of Vesting
Tentative Tract No. 5511 which front onto North Minnewawa Avenue.
SECTION 6. This ordinance shall become effective and in full force and effect at 12:01 a.m. on
the thirty-first day after its passage. ,
CLERK'S CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF FRESNO )
CITY OF FRESNO )
I, REBECCA E. KLISCH, City Clerk of the City of Fresno, certify that the foregoing
ordinance was adopted by the Council of the City of Fresno, California, at a regular meeting held
on the 13th day of December , 2005, by the following vote:
Ayes: Calhoun, Duncan, Perea, Sterling, Westerlund, Dages
Noes: Boyaj ian
Absent: None
Abstain: None
REBECCA E. KLISCH
City Clerk
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VICINITY MAP PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
N DEPARTMENT
TENTATIVE MAP OF TRACT NO. 5511/UGM A.P.N.: 481-020-57S
REZONE APPLICATION NO. R-05-029 W E
From R-A/UGM/R-M to R-1/UGM ZONE MAP: 2554
Southwest of California and Minnewawa Aves. NOT TO SCALE s BY/DATE: J.S. / 9-23-05
CITY OF FRESNO
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
November 16, 2005
VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5511/UGM
West side of South Minnewawa between East Church Avenue and the East California Avenue
alignment
All tentative maps are subject to the applicable provisions of the State Subdivision Map Act, Fresno
Municipal Code, City policies, and City of Fresno Standard Specifications. The following specific
conditions are applicable to this vesting tentative map. The Urban Growth Management(UGM)Service
Delivery Plan requirements are included in the following conditions of approval and are designated by
the caption "Urban Growth Management Requirements."
NOTICE TO PROJECT APPLICANT
In accordance with the provisions of Government Code 66020(d)(1), the imposition of
fees,dedications, reservations or exactions for this project are subject to protest by the
project applicant at the time of approval or conditional approval of the development or
within 90 days after the date of the imposition of the fees, dedications, reservations or
exactions imposed on the development project.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Upon conditional approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No.5511/UGM entitled"ExhibitA",
dated November 9, 2005, the subdivider may prepare a Final Map in accordance with the
approved tentative map. Related Rezone Application No. R-05-29 shall be approved by the
City Council prior to Final Map approval.
2. Submit grading plans and a soils report to the City of Fresno Planning and Development
Department for verification prior to Final Map approval (Reference: Sections 12-1022 and
12-1023 of the Fresno Municipal Code). Grading plans shall indicate the location of any
required walls and indicate the proposed width of required landscape easements or strips.
Approval of the grading plan is required prior to Final Map approval.
3. At the time of Final Map submittal,the subdivider shall submit engineered construction plans
to the City of Fresno Public Works, Public Utilities, and Planning and Development
Departments for grading, public sanitary sewer system, public water system, street lighting
system, public streets, and storm drainage, including other technical reports and engineered
plans as necessary to construct the required public improvements and work and applicable
processing fees.
4. Engineered construction plans shall be approved by the City prior to the approval of the Final
Map. If,at the time of Final Map approval,such plans have not been approved,the subdivider
shall provide performance security in an amount established by the City to guarantee the
completion of plans.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 2
5. Public utilities easements, as necessary, shall be shown on the Final Map and dedicated to
the City of Fresno. Public utility easements beyond the limits of the Final Map, but required as
a condition of development, shall be acquired at the subdivider's cost and shall be dedicated
by separate instrument at the time of Final Map approval. The relocation of existing utilities
necessitated by the required public improvements shall be paid for by the subdivider. The
subdivider is responsible to contact the appropriate utility company for information.
6. Comply with the conditions, policies and standards set forth in the City of Fresno, Municipal
Code, Article 10, Chapter 12, "Subdivision of Real Property; Resolution No. 68-187," City
Policy with Respect to Subdivisions;and City of Fresno Standard Specifications,2002 Edition,
and any amendments thereto.
7. The developer/owner shall pay applicable fees for, but not limited to, plan checks for street
improvements and other grading and construction; street trees, street signs, water service,
sewering, and inspections in accordance with the City of Fresno Master Fee Schedule (City
Resolution No. 79-606 and No. 80-420) and any amendments, modifications, or additions
thereto; and in accordance with the requirements of State law as related to vesting tentative
maps.
8. The subdivider shall furnish to the City acceptable securityto guarantee the construction of the
off-site street improvements in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Fresno
Municipal Code and the State Subdivision Map Act. The subdivider shall complete all the
public improvements prior to the approval of the Final Map by the City. If, at the time of Final
Map approval, any public improvements have not been completed and accepted in
accordance with the standards of the City,the subdivider may elect to enter into an agreement
with the City to thereafter guarantee the completion of the improvements.
9. As a condition of Final Map approval, the subdivider shall furnish to the City a subdivision
guarantee listing all parties having any right,title,or interest and the nature of their interest per
State law.
10. Prior to final map approval,the owner of the subject property shall execute a ARight to Farmt
covenant with the City of Fresno. Said covenant is to run with the land and shall acknowledge
and agree that the subject property is in or near agricultural districts located in the County of
Fresno and that the residents of said property should be prepared to accept the
inconveniences and discomfort associated with normal farm activities. The ARight to Farm@
covenant shall be recorded prior to or concurrent with the recording of the Final Map of
Tentative Tract No. 5511/UGM.
11. Execute a covenant agreement to relinquish access to Outlot E from Lots 8-22,26 and 27 and
to relinquish access from Outlot D from Lots 54-64.
Landscaping and Walls
12. Pursuant to 2025 Fresno General Plan Exhibit 9 and Policies E-15-a, E-15-b, E-15-h, E-1 5-i
and E-1 5-x and in accordance with Policies 3.2.1 and 3.2.2 and 3.2.3 of the 1990 Master Multi-
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 3
Purpose Trails Manual, within the limits of the tract, the developer/owner shall construct
appropriate improvements or provide appropriate security for a bicycle/pedestrian trail of an
appropriate width along the north property line adjacent to the East California Avenue
alignment(Outlot D)and for a bicycle/pedestrian trail with equestrian accommodations along
Minnewawa Avenue. The location and width of the trail along Minnewawa Avenue may be
accommodated within and including the required public right-of-way and bike and pedestrian
easement located between the curb face and the front yards of the lots fronting onto
Minnewawa Avenue.
13. Provide a 16-foot bike and pedestrian easement (and irrigation system) along the front
property line of all lots which front-onto South Minnewawa Avenue. Ref.Section 12-10114-3
of the Fresno Municipal Code.
When the grading plan establishes a top of slope beyond the required landscape easement
noted and the construction of the required wall is to be established coincident with the top of
slope then the required minimum easement width shall be expanded to include the full
landscaped area up to the wall location.
14. Maintenance of the required trail easement along Minnewawa Avenue,as well as Outlots A,B,
C and D may be the responsibility of the City's Community Facilities District No.2. Contact the
Public Works Department, Engineering Services Division,for information regarding the city's
District and comply with the requirements noted in the memorandum from the Public Works
Department, Engineering Services Division,dated October 6, 2005. The property owner shall
petition the City for annexation to the City's District prior to Final Map approval.
15. If the developer/subdivider elects to petition for annexation into the City's Community Facilities
District, he/she shall be required to provide the City of Fresno, Department of Public Works,
with copies of signed acknowledgments from each purchaser of a lot within the subdivision,
attesting to the purchasers understanding that the lot will have an annual maintenance
assessment and that he/she is aware of the estimated amount of the assessment.
The developer/subdivider shall execute and record a covenant on each lot providing
notice that the subject property is subject to annual, payment of the Community
Facilities District assessment.
16. Should the City Council not approve the annexation of such landscape areas into Community
Facilities District No.2,the property owner/developer shall create a homeowner's association
for the maintenance of the landscape areas. The proposed Declaration of Covenants,
Conditions, and Restrictions (CCBRs) and the proposed instruments for the homeowners
association shall be submitted to the Planning and Development Department for review two
weeks prior to Final Map approval. Said documents shall be recorded with the Final Map or
alternatively submit recorded documents or documents for recording prior to final acceptance
of subdivision improvements. Said documents shall include assignment of responsibility to the
owner's association for landscaping and other provisions as stated in the Planning and
Development Department Guidelines for preparation of CCBRs dated January 11, 1985.
17. Improvement plans for all required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be submitted to
the Planning and Development Department for review prior to Final Map approval.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 4
18. Construct a 10 to 12 foot high solid masonry wall along the rear property lines of all lots which
back onto Outlot D, which is adjacent to the San Joaquin Valley Railroad right-of-way. This
wall as well as additional flanking walls are required to be constructed pursuant to the
acoustical analysis prepared by Brown-Buntin Associates dated April 26, 2005. Construction
plans for required walls showing architectural appearance and location of all walls shall be
submitted to the Planning and Development Department for review prior to Final Map
approval. Construction plans for required walls showing architectural appearance and location
of all walls shall be submitted to the Planning and Development Department for review prior to
Final Map approval.
19. Per Roosevelt Community Plan Policy No. 1-17.3, provide a minimum of 5 percent of the total
project area (or 100,188 square feet)for open space use or contribute to a comparable open
space feature as may be allowed by plan policy at the time of final map approval.
Building Setbacks
20. Building setbacks shall be in accordance with the R-1 zone district as shown on Exhibit"A"of
Vesting Tentative Map Tract No. 5511/UGM dated November 9, 2005, and the provisions of
Section 12-211.5-E of the Fresno Municipal Code. Provide a 10-foot side yard setback on the
"Key Lot" side of lots 26, 72, 79, 89, 135, 139, 151,155. Provide a 50-foot front yard
landscaped setback from the public right of way for all lots which front onto Minnewawa
Avenue.
21. Any main building shall be at least 50 feet from the right-of-way of any railroad line. Ref. FMC
Section 12-207-E-1(b).
Information
22. Prior to the issuance of building permits for the subdivision, school construction fees shall be
paid to the Fresno Unified School District in accordance with the school districts adopted
schedule of fees.
23. Contact the United States Postal Service, Fresno Office,for the location and type of mailboxes
to be installed in this subdivision.
24. Pursuant to Section 66456.1 of the Subdivision Map Act, which states "The right of the
subdivider to file multiple Final Maps shall not limit the authority of the local agency to impose
reasonable conditions relating to the filing of multiple Final Maps",any multiple final maps filed
by the subdivider on this tract shall fully and independently conform to all provisions of Fresno
Municipal Code Chapter 12, Article 10, Subdivision of Real Property.
25. The developer/owner shall obtain any and all permits required for the removal or demolition of
any existing building or structure located within the subdivision boundaries. The
developer/owner shall also obtain any and all permits required for the proper
abandonment/closure of any existing water well, septic tank/leach field or cesspool, and
irrigation pipeline on the subject property. All such permits shall be obtained prior to
commencement of tract grading work,in accordance with Chapter 13 of the Fresno Municipal
Code.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 5
26. If archaeological and/or animal fossil material is encountered during project surveying,
grading, excavating, or construction, work shall stop immediately.
27. If there are suspected human remains, the Fresno County Coroner shall be immediately
contacted (business hours: 559/268-0109; after hours the contact phone number is
559/488-3111 for the Fresno County Sheriff's Department). If remains or other archaeological
material is possibly Native American in origin, the Native American Heritage Commission
(phone number 916/653-4082) shall be immediately contacted, and the California
Archaeological Inventory/Southern San Joaquin Valley Information Center (phone number:
805/644-2289) shall be contacted to obtain a referral list of recognized archaeologists. An
archaeological assessment shall be conducted for the project, the site shall be formally
recorded, and recommendations made to the City as to any further site investigation or site
avoidance/preservation measures.
28. If animal fossils are uncovered, the Museum of Paleontology at U.C. Berkeley shall be
contacted to obtain a referral list of recognized paleontologists. An assessment shall be
conducted by a paleontologist; if the paleontologist determines the material to be significant,a
recommendation shall be made to the City as to any further site investigation or preservation
measures.
29. Apportionment of Special Assessment: If,as part of this subdivision,a division will be made of
any lot or parcel of land upon which there is an unpaid special assessment levied under any
State or local law, including a division into condominium interest as defined in Section 783 of
the Civil Code, the developer/owner shall file a written application with the City of Fresno
Director of Public Works, requesting apportionment of the unpaid portion of the assessment or
pay off such assessment in full.
If the subdivider elects to apportion the assessment,the application shall contain the following
information:
a. A full description of each assessed lot, parcel or interest to be divided and of how such
lot, parcel or interest will be divided; 0 _
b. A request that the Engineer apportion the amount remaining unpaid on the assessment
in accordance with applicable law; and
C. Written consent of the owner(s) of each such lot, parcel, or interest to the requested
apportionment.
The application shall be filed prior to the approval of the Final Map(s)by the City and shall be
accompanied by a fee in an amount specified in the Master Fee Resolution for each separate
lot, parcel, or interest into which the original assessed lot, parcel or interest is to be divided.
The fee shall be in an amount sufficient to pay all costs of the City and the Engineer of Work
responsible for determining the initial assessment in making the requested apportionment.
30. The subdivider shall comply with Regulation VIII of the San Joaquin Valley Air Quality Pollution
Control District for the control of particulate matter and fugitive dust during construction of this
project.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 6
31. The subdivider shall obtain any and all permits required for the removal or demolition of any
building or structure located within the subdivision boundaries. The developer shall also
obtain any and all permits required for the closure of any septic tank, cesspool, or water well.
All permits shall be obtained prior to commencement of such work in accordance with Chapter
13 of the Fresno Municipal Code.
32. Solid waste disposal for the subdivision shall be provided by the City of Fresno. The method
of collection to be utilized in this tract shall be subject to approval of the Solid Waste Manager.
See the attached memorandum from the Solid Waste Division dated October 18, 2005.
PARK SERVICE
33. Comply with the attached memorandum from the Department of Public Utilities dated October
20, 2005.
Urban Growth Management Requirements
34. The subdivider shall be required to pay the appropriate UGM Park Capital Fee at the time of
final map approval. Fee payment may be deferred until time of building permit issuance in
accordance with the requirements of Section 12-4.509-C-3 of the Fresno Municipal Code.
FIRE SERVICE
35. Comply with the attached memorandum from the Fire Department dated October 6, 2005.
Urban Growth Management Requirements
36. The subdivider shall be required to pay the appropriate Fire Station Capital Fee at the time of
final map approval. Fee payment may be deferred until time of building permit issuance in
accordance with the requirements of Section 12-4.509-C-3 of the Fresno Municipal Code.
STREETS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY
37. The subdivider shall furnish to the city acceptable security to guarantee the construction of the
off-site street improvements in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Fresno
Municipal Code and the State Subdivision Map Act.
38. The subdivider shall make provisions for disabled persons in accordance with the Department
of Public Works standards and as required by State law. Handicap access ramps are required
to be constructed in sidewalks at all corners within the limits of the tract. Where street
furniture is located within the sidewalk area(i.e.,fire hydrants,streetlights,etc.),a minimum of
48 inches of unobstructed path shall be maintained to satisfy the American Disabilities Act
requirements. If necessary, dedicate a pedestrian easement to accommodate for the 4-foot
minimum unobstructed path requirement.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 7
39. All of the required street improvements shall be constructed and/or installed in accordance
with the City of Fresno Standard Specifications (2002 Edition). Any construction on County
rights-of-way shall conform to both the City of Fresno and the County of Fresno Specifications.
40. The subdivider shall install all existing and proposed utility systems underground in
accordance with Fresno Municipal Code Section 12-1011, 8-801 and Resolution
No. 78-522/88-229.
41. The subdivider shall construct an underground street lighting system per Public Works
Standards E-1 and E-2 within the limits of the tract. Spacing and design shall conform to
Public Works Standards for local streets. Height, type, spacing, etc., of standards and
luminaires shall be in accordance with Resolutions No. 68-187, 78-522,81-219 and 88-229 or
any modification thereto approved by the City Traffic Engineer prior to Final Map approval.
Upon completion of the work by the subdivider and acceptance of the work by the City, the
street lighting system shall be dedicated to the City. Submit engineered construction plans to
the Public Works Department for approval.
42. All dead-end streets created by this subdivision shall be properly barricaded in accordance
with City standards within seven days from the time the streets are surfaced or as directed by
the Engineer.
43. The developer shall comply with Rule 8060 of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control
District for the control of fugitive dust requirements from paved and unpaved roads.
44. All required signing and striping shall be done and paid for by the developer/owner. The
signing and striping plans shall be done per the current Caltrans standards and shall be
submitted along with the street construction,traffic signal,trail lighting and streetlight plans for
this tentative map to the Planning and Development Department.
45. Submit a Geometric Approval Drawing (GAD)to Traffic Engineering for review and approval,
per the attached checklist, prior to submittal of street plans.
MAJOR STREETS -
South Minnewawa Avenue (Scenic Drive):
46. Dedicate 20 feet of property from section line for public street purposes,within the limits of this
development to meet the current City of Fresno Standards. Reference Public Works Standard
API-11 and P-54. The purpose of API-11 is to preserve the existing trees. Change note No.9
on the tentative map accordingly.
47. Construct street improvements in accordance with Public Works Standard P-54.
48. Construct an underground street lighting system to Public Works Standard E-2 within the limits
of this subdivision. Spacing and design shall conform to Public Works Standard E-9 for local
streets.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 8
49. Provide full offsite improvements adjacent to APN 481-020-13.
50. Construct a 12-foot wide pedestrian and bike trail/path along the project frontage, complete
with lighting, signing, striping and landscaping, per the 2025 Fresno General Plan, Master
Multi-Purpose Trails Manual and Public Works Standards P-59 and P-60. Identify the trail
route on the map and provide a cross section prior to the council hearing on this project.
Submit engineered construction plans to Public Works. Submit lighting, signing, and
striping plans to Traffic Engineering. Submit grading, landscape and irrigation plans to
Engineering services. An additional dedication may be required for the equestrian portion.
INTERIOR STREETS
51. Dedicate, design and construct all curb, gutter, sidewalk (both sides), permanent paving,
cul-de-sacs,easements and underground street lighting systems on all interior local streets to
Public Works Standards. Sidewalk patterns shall comply with Public Works API Standards for
50-foot and 54-foot streets.
52. Any temporary dead-end streets created by this subdivision shall be properly barricaded in
accordance with Public Works Standard P-44.
Specific Requirements
53. The first order of work shall include a minimum of two points of vehicular access to the major
streets for any phase of this development.
54. Dedicate a 40-foot property line radius at Minnewawa and Pitt Avenues.
55. Dedicate a 36-foot wide easement for bike and pedestrian purposes. (Additional right-of-
way may be required for drainage purposes). Construct a 12-foot wide pedestrian and bike
trail/path, complete with lighting, signing, striping and landscaping, per the 2025 Fresno
General Plan, Master Multi-Purpose Trails Manual and Public Works Standards P-59 and
P-60 and Exhibit B of Public Works Department, Engineering Division Memorandum dated
November 10, 2005. Verify details with the Fresno Irrigation District regarding construction-
and joint use easement. Submit engineered construction plans to Public Works. Submit
lighting, signing, and striping plans to Traffic Engineering. Submit grading, landscape and
irrigation plans to Engineering services.
56. The developer shall enter into an agreement with the Fresno Irrigation District (FID)
providing for piping the canals and submit an executed copy of the agreement or
commitment letter from FID to the Planning and Development Department. All piping shall
be located outside of the proposed street right of way. Any piping across city streets shall
be rubber gasketed reinforced concrete pipe constructed perpendicular to the street.
Submit engineered plans to the Public Works Department, Engineering Division for review
and approval.
57. A vacation of the Florence Avenue right-of-way is required. A feasibility study for all proposed
vacations of existing public rights of way is required to be completed prior to the approval of
the tentative map.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 9
58. A vacation of street easement on Minnewawa Avenue south of Pitt Avenue is required.
Contact the County of Fresno for requirements. Through access on Minnewawa Avenue,
south of Pitt Avenue, is not permitted with this subdivision.
59. Design and construct a Major Street Bridge, (non UGM)on South Minnewawa Avenue at the
Central No. 23 Canal.
60. East Pitt Avenue (adjacent to lots 8 thru 25): The proposed street exceeds Public Works
Standards. Redesign the intersection of Martha and Pitt Avenues to include a traffic circle
(See Exhibit E of Memorandum from the Public Works Department, Engineering Division
dated November 10, 2005) and eliminate the connection from Pitt to Villa Avenue by
constructing a knuckle on Pitt Avenue at the Orangewood Avenue alignment and then
connecting Pitt to Florence Avenue on the Orangewood Avenue alignment.
61. Coordinate center line locations with Tract No. 5235 for Minnewawa, Geary and Florence
Avenues. Provide a dimension on the tentative map from Section line to the center line of
Geary Street.
Traffic Signal Mitigation Impact Fee
62. Pay Traffic Signal Mitigation Impact Fees at the time of building permit issuance based on the
trip generation rate as set forth in the latest edition of the ITE Generation Manual. The fee
amount is $414.69 per single family unit.
Urban Growth Management Requirements
63. This Map is in UGM major street zone D-1/E-2; therefore pay all applicable UGM Fees.
64. Design and construct a Major Street Bridge at the intersection of Peach Avenue and the
Central No. 23 Canal. Public Works will apply this requirement to a minimum of four other
subdivisions with each subdivision being responsible for a fee no greater than 1/5 of the cost
of said bridge. Bridge construction shall occur prior to close out of this subdivision or at such
time that the City Engineer deems it necessary, whichever occurs first.
65. The developer shall provide an exhibit to the Public Works Department for submittal to the
Southern Pacific Railroad to coordinate at-grade railroad crossing improvements. Provide
payment to the railroad for installation of concrete crossing panels and railroad crossing gates
at the ultimate placement for the 2-lane scenic drive.
SANITARY SEWER SERVICE
The nearest existing sewer main is a 54-inch sewer main in Church Avenue. The following conditions
are required to provide sanitary sewer service to the tract.
66. Construct a 10-inch sewer main in South Minnewawa Avenue from the existing 54-inch main in
West Church Avenue north across the frontage of the project.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 10
67. Sanitary sewer mains shall be extended within the proposed tract to provide sewer service to
each lot created.
68. Separate sewer house branches shall be provided to each lot created within the subdivision.
69. All public sewer facilities shall be constructed in accordance with Public Works Department
standards, specifications, and policies.
70. Dedicate an exclusive 40-foot wide sewer and water main easement either within Outlot A or
within the existing 40-foot County Road right-of-way adjacent to Outlot A. Permanent structures
shall not be allowed within the easement area.
71. A Sewer Feasibility Study for the neighborhood on the east side of South Minnewawa Avenue
south of the Southern Pacific Railroad shall be required. The Feasibility Study shall be
prepared by the Developer's Engineer and submitted to the Department of Public Utilities for
review and conceptual approval prior to submittal or acceptance of the developer's final map
and engineered plan and profile improvement drawing for City review.
72. Engineered improvement plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer shall be submitted for
Department of Public Utilities review and approval for proposed additions to the sanitary sewer
system.
73. Abandon all existing on-site private sanitary sewer systems.
Urban Growth Management Requirements
74. Sewer lateral, Oversize sewer, Trunk Sewer and Wastewater Facilities charges are due and
shall be paid for the project.
75. The project is located within Sewer Oversize Reimbursement Service Area No. 35.
WATER SERVICE
There is an existing 14-inch water main in Church Avenue. The following conditions are required to
provide water service to the tract. Water mains shall be installed before street improvements and paving.
76. Construct a 14-inch water main(including installation of Cityfire hydrants)in South Minnewawa
Avenue from East Church Avenue north across the East California Avenue alignment.
77. Water mains (including installation of City fire hydrants)shall be extended within the proposed
tract to provide water service to each lot created.
78. Separate water services with meter boxes shall be provided to each lot created.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 11
79. Two independent sources of water,meeting Federal and State Drinking Water Act Standards,
are required to serve the tract including any subsequent phases thereof. The two-source
requirement may be accomplished through any combination of water main extensions,
construction of supply wells, or other acceptable sources of water supply approved by the
Water Systems Manager.
80. All public water facilities shall be constructed in accordance with City of Fresno standards,
specifications, and policies.
81. Construct a water supply well(s)on a site(s)dedicated to the City of Fresno. The well(s)shall
be capable of producing a flow amount to meet a total demand of 500 gallons per minute,
sufficient to serve peak water demand for the project and for fire suppression purposes,or an
alternative flow amount that is acceptable to the Public Utilities Director and Fire Department
Chief (or their designees). Well sites shall be of a size and at a location acceptable to the
Water Systems Manager. The cost of acquiring the well site and construction of the well shall
be reimbursed from UGM Water Supply Well Service Area Fund 501s, in accordance with
established UGM policies.
82. Water well construction shall include wellhead treatment facilities, if required. The cost of
constructing wellhead treatment facilities shall be reimbursed from UGM Wellhead Treatment
Service Area Fund 501s, in accordance with established UGM policies.
83. Existing on-site wells within the boundaries of the proposed development shall be sealed and
abandoned in compliance with the California Well Standards, Bulletin 74-90 or current
revisions, issued by California Department of Water Resources,and City of Fresno standards.
Urban Growth Management Requirements
84. Payment of appropriate water connection charges at the time of final map approval subject to
deferral to building permit issuance as appropriate.
85. Payment for installation of water service(s) and/or meter(s) is required
86. Pay UGM water fees for Water Service Area No. 501 S. ,
URBAN GROWTH MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS (GENERAL)
87. The developer of property located within the UGM boundaries shall comply with all sewer,
water and street requirements and pay all applicable UGM fees imposed under the Urban
Growth Management process (with appropriate credit given for the installation of required
UGM improvements) in accordance with the requirements of State Law as related to vesting
tentative tract maps.
88. The developer will be responsible for the relocation or reconstruction of any existing
improvements or facilities necessary to construct any of the required UGM improvements.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 12
Right-of-Way Acquisition
89. The developer will be responsible for the acquisition of any necessary right-of-way to construct
any of the required improvements.
90. Rights-of-way acquisition shall include any rights-of-way necessary for proper drainage,
signing, pole relocation, and shoulder grading. In general, this will require right-of-way to be
provided approximately 10 feet outside the travel lane. The exact requirement must be
determined at the project design stage based on the existing conditions and detailed design
information.
91. In the event an acquisition of any easement or right-of-way is necessitated by the subject
development, said acquisition will be accomplished prior to Final Map approval. The
developer/owner should contact the Real Estate Section of the Public Works Department to
receive procedural guidance in such acquisitions.
92. Should such acquisition not be accomplished by the subdivider prior to Final Map approval,
the subdivider must request and grant to the City the full authority to attempt acquisition either
through negotiation or through its power of eminent domain. The subdivider shall furnish to
the City Public Works Department, Engineering Division/ Real Estate Section, an appraisal
report or a request for an estimated appraisal amount(to be determined by the City of Fresno
Real Estate Section) prior to preparation of a Subdivision Agreement.
93. The subdivider shall submit adequate security in the form of a cash deposit to guarantee
payment of all costs associated with the acquisition, including staff time, attorney's fees,
appraisal fees, court costs, and all related expenditures and costs necessary to effect the
acquisition of such easements or rights-of-way.
FLOOD CONTROL AND DRAINAGE
94. The subdivider shall be required to pay any applicable storm drainage fees to comply with
Fresno Municipal Code Chapter 13, Article 13.
95. The subdivider shall be required to comply with the specific requirements imposed by the
Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District(FMFCD)for the subdivision or any amendments or
modifications to those requirements,which may be granted by the FMFCD Board of Directors,
pursuant to Section 13-1307 of the Fresno Municipal Code. These requirements are identified
in the District's letter to the Planning and Development Department dated October 21, 2005.
96. Any temporary ponding basins constructed or enlarged to provide service to the subdivision
shall be fenced in accordance with City standards within seven days from the time the basin
becomes operational or as directed by the City Engineer. Temporary ponding basins will be
created through a covenant between the City and the Developer prior to Final Map approval.
Maintenance of the temporary ponding basin shall be by the Developer until permanent
service for the entire subdivision is provided.
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 13
SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT
97. The developer/owner shall comply with the requirements in the letter from the San Joaquin
Valley Air Pollution Control District dated September 29,2005,for Vesting Tentative Tract Map
No. 5511/UGM.
PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY
98. Comply with the attached correspondence from the Pacific Gas and Electric Company dated
September 29, 2005.
FRESNO COUNTY HEALTH
99. Comply with the attached correspondence from the Fresno County Department of Community
Health dated October 10, 2005,
FRESNO COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
100. Comply with the attached correspondence from the Fresno County Department of Public
Works and Planning dated October 3, 2005 and November 10, 2005.
FRESNO IRRIGATION DISTRICT
101. Comply with the attached correspondence from the Fresno Irrigation District dated September
30, 2005.
DEVELOPMENT FEES AND CHARGES
102. This project is subject to the following development fees and charges:
PARKS DEPARTMENT FEE/ RATE
a. Street Tree Landscape Plan Review fee $56.00 -
b. Street Tree Installation fee $129.00/tree
City-installed tree
C. Street Tree Inspection fee $30.00/tree
Developer-installed tree
d. Maintenance District Plan Review fee $176.00
e. Maintenance District Inspection fee $305.00
f. Reinspection fee $29.00
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 14
FRESNO METROPOLITAN FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT FEE/ RATE
g. Metropolitan Flood Control District fee '' Contact FMFCD for new fees.
Rates increased March 1, 2004.
SEWER CONNECTION CHARGES FEE RATE
h. Lateral Sewer Charge $0.10/sq. ft. (to 100-foot depth)
i. Oversize Charge $0.05/sq. ft. (to 100-foot depth)
j. Trunk Sewer Charge $344/living unit
Service Area: Fowler
k. Wastewater Facilities Charge $2,119/living unit
1. Copper Avenue Sewer Lift Station Charge n/a
M. Fowler Trunk Sewer Interim Fee Surety n/a
n. House Branch Sewer Charge n/a
o. Millbrook Overlay Sewer n/a
WATER CONNECTION CHARGES FEE RATE
p. Service Connection Charge Fee based on service(s) and
meter(s) sizes specified by
owner; fee for service(s) and
Meter(s) established by the
Master Fee Schedule.
q. Frontage Charge $6.50/lineal foot
r. Transmission Grid Main Charge $643/gross acre
S. Transmission Grid Main Bond Debt
Service Charge $243/gross acre
t. UGM Water Supply Fee $582/living unit
Service Area: 501 S
U. Well Head Treatment Fee $238/living unit
Service Area: 501
V. Recharge Fee $75/living unit
Service Area: 501
Conditions of Approval
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
November 16, 2005
Page 15
W. 1994 Bond Debt Service $244/living unit
Service Area: 501
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE
X. Northeast Fresno Policing Area n/a
Y. Traffic Signal Charge $414.69/living unit
URBAN GROWTH MANAGEMENT FEE RATE/CHARGE*
Z. UGM Fire Station Capital Fee $605/gross acre
Service Area: 15
aa. UGM Park Fee $2392/gross acre
Service Area: 2
bb. Major Street Charge $3161/adj. acre
Service Area: D-1/E-2
cc. Major Street Bridge Charge $304/adj. acre
Service Area: D-1/E-2
dd. UGM Grade Separation Fee n/a
ee. Trunk Sewer Charge n/a
Service Area: Fowler
ff.* Street Acquisition/Construction Charge n/a
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Attn: Mr. Dave Braun
Dear Mr. Dave Braun,
We have reviewed Tentative Tract Map No. 5511.
PG&E requests that a Public Utility Easement (PUE), ten feet (10') in width, be
dedicated contiguous to all street(s) boundaries located within and along any portion
of said Tract Map boundaries fronting any street(s) lying outside of said Tract Map.
PG&E also requests that a PUE be incorporated within all private roads.
PG&E may further require an easement from the property owner(s) over the newly created
PUE's. The exact size and locations of the PUE's together with the need for an
easement will be finalized on the final map review.
PG&E's records show no gas or electric transmission facilities in the area.
Existing gas or electric facility relocations necessitated by new street improvements
(which are required as conditions of a development's final acceptance by the City of
Fresno) will be at the expense of the developer.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the plans of this Tentative Tract Map. If you
have any questions, please contact me at 263-5167.
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Land Agent
File No.210.45
FRESNO METROPOLITAN FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
NOTICE OF REQUIREMENTS
PUBLIC AGENCY DEVELOPER
Mr. Gil Haro, Planning Manager PLEASANT VALLEY INVESTMENTS, INC.
Planning & Development Department 7675 N. INGRAM AVE., SUITE 104
City of Fresno FRESNO, CA 93711
2600 Fresno Street -
Fresno, CA 93721
MAP NO. -- 5511 PRELIMINARY FEE(S) (See below)
DRAINAGEAREAS " BE BG DRAINAGE AREA BE $173,492.00
DATE _ DRAINAGE AREA BG " $42,929.00
TOTAL FEE $216,421.00
The proposed development will generate storm runoff which produces potentially significant
environmental impacts and which must be properly discharged and mitigated pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. The District O
in cooperation with the City and County has developed and adopted the Storm Drainage and
Flood Control Master Plan. Compliance with and implementation of this Master Plan by this
development project will satisfy the drainage related CEQA/NEPA impact of the project
mitigation requirements.
The proposed development shall pay drainage fees pursuant to the Drainage Fee Ordinance prior
to approval of the final map at the rates in effect at the time of such approval. The fee indicated
above is based on the tentative map. Contact the FMFCD project engineer prior to approval of
the final map for the fee.
Considerations which may affect the fee obligation(s) or the timing or form of fee payment:
a) Fees related to undeveloped or phased portions of the project may be deferrable.
b) Fees may be calculated based on the actual percentage of runoff if different than that
typical for the zone district under which the development is being undertaken and if
permanent provisions are made to assure that the site remains in that configuration.
c) Master Plan storm drainage facilities may be constructed, or required to be
constructed in lieu of paying fees.
d) The actual cost incurred in constructing Master Plan drainage system facilities is
credited against the drainage fee obligation.
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e) When the actual costs incurred in constructing Master Plan facilities exceeds the
drainage fee obligation, reimbursement will be made for the excess costs from future
fees collected by the District from other development.
Approval of this development shall be conditioned upon compliance with these District
Requirements.
1. a. Drainage from the site shall be directed to
X b. Grading and drainage patterns shall be as identified on Exhibit No. 1 f�-�
C. The grading and drainage patterns shown on the site plan conform to the
adopted Storm Drainage and Flood Control Master Plan.
2. The proposed development shall construct and/or dedicate Storm Drainage and Flood Control
Master Plan facilities located within the development or necessitated by any off-site
improvements required by the approving agency:
X Developer shall construct facilities as shown on Exhibit No. 1 as "Master Plan
Facilities to be constructed by Developer".
None required.
3. The following final improvement plans shall be submitted to the District for review prior to
final development approval:
X Grading Plan X Storm Drain Plan X Final Map
X Street Plan X Water& Sewer Plan Other
4. Availability of drainage facilities:
a. Permanent drainage service is available provided the developer can verify to
the satisfaction of the City of Fresno that runoff can be safely conveyed to the
Master Plan inlet(s). _
b. The construction of facilities required by Paragraph No. 2 hereof will provide
permanent drainage service.
X c. Permanent drainage service will not be available. The District recommends
temporary facilities until permanent service is available.
Temporary service is available through
d. See Exhibit No. 2.
5. The proposed development:
Appears to be located within a 100 year flood prone area as designated on the latest
Flood Insurance Rate Maps available to the District, necessating appropriate
floodplain management action. (See attached Floodplain Policy.)
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Appears to be located within a 500 year flood prone area as designated on the latest
Flood Insurance Rate Maps available to the District.
X Does not appear to be located within a flood prone area.
6. The Federal Clean Water Act and the State General Permits for Storm Water Discharges
Associated with Construction and Industrial Activities (State General Permits)require developers
of construction projects disturbing one or more acres, and discharges associated with industrial
activity not otherwise exempt from National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
permitting, to implement controls to reduce pollutants,prohibit the discharge of waters other than
storm water to the municipal storm drain system, and meet water quality standards. These
requirements apply both to pollutants generated during construction, and to those which may be
generated by operations at the development after construction.
a. Z
State General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction O
Activities, approved August 1999, (modified December 2002.) A State General
Construction Permit is required for all clearing, grading,and disturbances to the ground
that result in soil disturbance of at least one acre (or less than one acre if part of a larger
common plan of development or sale). Permittees are required to: submit a Notice of
Intent to be covered and must pay a permit fee to the State Water Resources Control
Board (State Board), develop and implement a storm water pollution prevention plan,
eliminate non-storm water discharges, conduct routine site inspections, train employees
in permit compliance, and complete an annual certification of compliance.
b. State General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Industrial Activities,
April, 1997 (available at the District Office.) A State General Industrial Permit is
required for specific types of industries described in the NPDES regulations or by
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code. The following categories of industries are
generally required to secure an industrial permit: manufacturing, trucking; recycling; and
waste and hazardous waste management. Specific exemptions exist for manufacturing
activities which occur entirely indoors. Permittees are required to: submit a Notice of
Intent to be covered and must pay a permit fee to the State Water Resources Control
Board, develop and implement a storm water pollution prevention plan, eliminate non-
storm water discharges, conduct routine site inspections,train employees in permit
compliance, sample storm water runoff and test it for pollutant indicators, and annually
submit a report to the State Board.
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C. The proposed development is encouraged to select and implement storm water quality
controls recommended in the Fresno-Clovis Storm Water Quality Management
Construction and Post-Construction Guidelines (available at the District Office) to meet
the requirements of the State General Permits, eliminate the potential for non-storm
water to enter the municipal storm drain system, and where possible minimize contact
with materials which may contaminate storm water runoff.
7. A requirement of the District may be appealed by filing a written notice of appeal with the
Secretary of the District within ten days of the date of this Notice of Requirements.
8. The District reserves the right to modify,reduce or add to these requirements, or revise fees, as
necessary to accommodate changes made in the proposed development by the developer or
requirements made by other agencies.
9. X See Exhibit No. 2 for additional comments, recommendations and requirements.
Gera d E. Lakeman,lwProject gineer: Mark Will
District Engineer
C: PRECISION
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FRESNO, CA 93711
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The cost of construction of Master Plan facilities, excluding dedication of storm drainage
easements, is eligible for credit against the drainage fee of the drainage area served by the
facilities. A Development Agreement shall be executed with the District to effect such credit.
Reimbursement provisions, in accordance with the Drainage Fee Ordinance, will be included to
the extent that Developer's Master Plan costs for an individual drainage area exceed the fee of
said area. Should the facilities cost for such individual area total less than the fee of said area,
the difference shall be paid upon demand to the City or District.
A minimum fifteen-foot (15') wide storm drain easement will be required whenever storm drain
facilities are located on private property. No encroachments into the easement will be permitted
including, but not limited to, foundations, roof overhangs, swimming pools, and trees.
The District recommends a stub street to the west of Tract 5511. This is necessary to provide
surface drainage from APN No. 481-020-30T to the proposed Master Plan inlets shown on
Exhibit No.l. If the stub street is not constructed, then the Developer of Tract 5511 will be
responsible for the non-fee creditable cost of a pipe extension to the east property line of APN
No. 481-020-30T. The alignment of the extension must be reviewed and approved by the
District prior to implementation.
The construction requirements shown in Exhibit No. 1 will provide permanent drainage service
only for the development within Drainage Area `BE" provided the down stream facilities located
in Florence Avenue are completed by Tract 5235. If the facilities are not completed the District
will recommend temporary facilities for the development in Drainage Area `BE" until permanent
service is available.
The District recommends temporary facilities until permanent service is available for that portion
within Drainage Area "BG". The District is currently studying the feasibility of construction of
the remaining downstream facilities that would provide permanent drainage service the to `BG"
portion of the tract. The developer should contact the District for the,status of the project prior to
construction of temporary ponding facilities.
The Developer is required to provide storage in Basin `BE" by excavating 10,500 cubic yards as
directed by the District in an excavation permit obtained from the District.
Prior to any work being initiated in the basin, the Developer or his Contractor shall obtain an
excavation permit from the District. If the work consists solely of stockpiling material excavated
from the basin within the basin, there is not a permit fee. However, if any material is removed
from the basin (off-site), a permit fee shall be paid prior to receiving the permit. No importing of
material is permitted.
Development No. Tract 5511
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San Joaquin Valley
Air Pollution Control District
September 29, 2005 Reference No.: C200501240
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Planning Division
Development Dept.
2600 Fresno St.,Third Floor OCT 0 5 2005
Fresno, CA 93721-3604
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Dear Mr. Braun:
The San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District (District) has reviewed the project referenced
above and offers the following comments:
The entire San Joaquin Valley Air Basin is classified non-attainment for ozone and fine particulate matter
(PM10 and PM2.5). Preliminary analysis indicates this project alone would not contribute to the overall
decline in air quality due to increased traffic and ongoing operational emissions. However, the increase in
emissions from this project, and others like it, cumulatively reduce the air quality in the San Joaquin Valley.
When analyzing the effects of emissions from this project, surrounding development must be taken into
consideration. This development falls within the District's SPAL guidelines (refer to the District's GAMAOI
Small Project Analysis Level tables on pages 38—40). The applicant listed adjoining land use, south and
west of the proposed project, as Tract No. 5235. Tract No. 5235 has a proposed land use of single-family
residential, 240 units, and multi-family residential, 176 units. When the emissions from the current project
are combined with the emissions from the development of Tract No. 5235, the emissions may exceed
SPAL guidelines. The SPAL can be found online at
http://www.valleyair.org/transportation/cepa%20ruies/gamagi%20ian%202002%20rev.odf.
A traffic impact study is recommended, if not previously done. 0 _
Based on the information provided, the proposed project will be subject to the following District rules. The
following items are rules that have been adopted by the District to reduce emissions throughout the San
Joaquin Valley, and are required. This project may be subject to additional District Rules. To identify
additional rules or regulations that apply to this project, or for further information, the applicant is strongly
encouraged to contact the District's Small Business Assistance Office at (559) 230-5888. Current District
rules can be found at http://www.valleyair.orci/rules/1 ruleslist.htm.
Regulation VIII (Fugitive PM10 Prohibitions)- Regulation VIII (Rules 8011-8081) is a series of rules
designed to reduce PM10 emissions (predominantly dust/dirt) generated by human activity, including
construction, road construction, demolition, bulk materials .storage, landfill operations, etc. If a
residential project is 10.0 or more acres in area or will include moving, depositing, or relocating more
than 2,500 cubic yards per day of bulk materials on at least three days, a Dust Control Plan must be
submitted as specified in Section 6.3.1 of Rule 8021. A template of the District's Dust Control Plan is
available at: http://www.vallevair.org/busind/comply/PM10/forms/DCP-Form%20-%2010-14-2004.pdf.
Also, the District's compliance assistance bulletin for . construction sites can be found at:
http//www.valleyair.org/busind/comply/PM10/Reg%20VII1%20CAB.pdf.
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T-5511, R-05-29 Page 2
Rule 4002 (National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants). In the event that any portion of
an existing building will be renovated, partially demolished or removed, the project will be subject to
District Rule 4002. Prior to any demolition.activity, an asbestos survey of existing structures on the
project site may be required to identify the presence of any asbestos containing building material
(ACBM). Any identified ACBM having the potential for disturbance must be removed by a certified
asbestos-contractor in accordance with CAL-OSHA requirements. If you have any questions
concerning asbestos related requirements, please contact Mr. Brian Dodds of this office at (559) 230-
5962, or contact CAL-OSHA at(559) 454-1295.
Rule 4101 (Visible Emissions) This rule prohibits emissions of visible air contaminants to the
atmosphere and applies to any source operation that emits or may emit air contaminants. The applicant
must contact the District's Small Business Assistance Office at (559) 230-5888 to receive additional
information or instructions.
Rule 4102 (Nuisance) applies to any source operation that emits or may emit air contaminants or other
nnaterials. In the eyant that the project or construction of the prcjact.creutes a public nu since, it could
be in violation and be subject to District enforcement action.
Rule 4103 (Open Burning) regulates the use of open burning and specifies the types of materials which
may be open burned. Agricultural material shall not be burned when the land use is converting from
agriculture to nonagricultural purposes (e.g., commercial, industrial, institutional, or residential uses).
Section 5.1 of this rule prohibits the burning of trees and other vegetative (non agricultural) material
whenever the land is being developed for non-agricultural purposes. In the event that the project
applicant burned or burns any material listed above, it would violate Rule 4103 and be subject to
District enforcement action.
Rule 4601 (Architectural Coatings) limits volatile organic compounds from architectural coatings. This
rules specifies architectural coatings storage, clean up and labeling requirements.
Rule 4641 (Cutback, Slow Cure, and Emulsified Asphalt, Paving and Maintenance Operations). If
asphalt paving will be used, then paving operations of this project will be subject to Rule 4641. This rule
applies to the manufacture and use of cutback asphalt, slow cure asphalt and emulsified asphalt for
paving and maintenance operations.
Rule 4901 (Wood Burning Fireplaces and Wood Burning Heaters) limits PM10 and PM2.5 emissions
from residential development. Construction plans for residential developments may be affected by
section 5.3, specifically:
§5.3 Limitations on Wood Burning Fireplaces or Wood Burning Heaters in New Residential Developments.
Beginning January 1,2004,
5.3.1 No person shall install a wood burning fireplace in a new residential development with a density
greater than two(2)dwelling units per acre.
5.3.2 No person shall install more than two (2) EPA Phase II Certified wood burning heaters per acre
in any new residential development with a density equal to or greater than three (3) dwelling
units per acre.
5.3.3 No person shall install more than one (1) wood burning fireplace or wood burning heater per
dwelling unit in any new residential development with a density equal to or less than two (2)
dwelling units per acre.
More information about Rule 4901 can be found on our website at www.vallevair.org. For
compliance assistance, please contact Mr. Wayne Clarke, Air Quality Compliance Manager, at
(559) 230-5968.
Rule 4902 (Residential Water Heaters) limits emission of NOx from residential developments.
The District encourages innovation in measures to reduce air quality impacts. There are a number of
features that could be incorporated into the design/operation of this project to provide additional reductions
City of
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
DATE: October 6, 2005
TO: 1✓&16, , Planner III
Planning and Development Department
FROM: JOE PAFF, Senior Engineering Technician
Public Works Department
SUBJECT: CONDITIONS FOR VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT 5511 AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT
1. The long term maintenance of the following items is the ultimate responsibility of the owner/developer. If
approved by Council, the following features may be maintained by a Community Facilities District.
• Maintenance of all Landscaping and Irrigation systems as approved by the Public Works
Department within the street easements (including half of medians) and the landscape
easements along the property lines that side or back-onto
Avenues.
• Maintenance of Sidewalks and Street Furniture as approved by the Public Works Department
within the street easements and the landscape easements along the property lines border E.
Avenues.
■ Maintenance of all landscape and irrigation systems on sides and in medians,decorative
concrete and pilasters included as entry treatments to the tract
■ Maintenance of all interior Local Street Pavement, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Medians,
Hydrants, Inlets and Street Furniture as approved by the Public Works Department within the
boundary of the tentative map.
■ Maintenance and operating costs of all Street Lights as approved by the Public Works
Department within the boundary of the tentative map.
• Maintenance of all Street Trees as approved by the Public Works Department within the _
boundary of the tentative map.
■ Maintenance and operating costs of police, fire,traffic control and recreation services as
established by the Council of the City of Fresno.
2. Proceedings to place the Final Map into a CFD may not commence until the territory has been annexed
into the City of Fresno.
3. Construction plans for all features to be maintained by a CFD for a final map shall be included in the final
map submission to the Development Department for processing. This shall include a Street Tree Location
and Street Tree Species (by street) map. Landscaping plans shall contain actual tree and plant counts by
species and include the areas (in square feet)of turf, shrubs and trees, and sidewalks or other paved areas
within all landscaped areas.
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4. Should the Council or owner/developer choose not to include the maintenance of the items listed in
section 1 above in a CFD,the property owner/developer shall provide for the maintenance of all of the above
items by the property owners.
Any change affecting the Items in these conditions requires revision of this letter of conditions.
If you have any questions, please call me at 621-8690
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City of
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
Date: October 24, 2005
To: DAVE BRAUN, Planner III
Planning and Development Department, Advance Planning
From: JIM BIER, Chief Engineering Technic'
Public Utilities Department, Plannin d ' Bering Division
Subject: SANITARY SEWER AND WATER REQUIREMENTS FOR T-551 l/UGM, R-05-29
General
T-551 l/UGM and R-05-29 propose a 193-lot single-family residential subdivision, rezoning from R-
A/R-M/UGM to R-l/UGM and R-1-A/R-M/UGM on 46.3 acres located on the west side of South
Minnewawa Avenue between East Butler and East Church Avenues.
Environmental Recommendations
A NEGATIVE DECLARATION MAY BE ISSUED: The project may have adverse impacts but
impacts can be mitigated without further study or are not serious enough to warrant an Environment
Impact Report.
Sanitary Sewer Requirements
The nearest sanitary sewer main to the project is a 54-inch main located in West Church Avenue. The
following sewer improvements shall be required prior to providing City sewer service to the project:
1. The following off-site sanitary sewer main extensions (including sewer house branch _
installations to adjacent properties) are required:
a) Extension of a 10-inch sewer main in South Minnewawa Avenue from West Church
Avenue north across the project frontage.
2. Sanitary sewer mains shall be extended within the proposed tract to provide sewer service to
each lot created.
3. Separate sewer house branches shall be provided for each lot created.
4. Abandon all existing on-site private sanitary sewer systems.
5. Dedicate an exclusive 40-foot wide sewer and water main easement adjacent to Lot 8,
connecting South Minnewawa Avenue.
6. Permanent structures shall not be allowed within easement area.
7. Public sewer facilities shall be constructed in accordance with the Department of Public Works
standards, specifications, and policies.
8. A Sewer Feasibility Study for the neighborhood on the east side of South Minnewawa Avenue
south of the Southern Pacific Railroad shall be required. The Sewer Feasibility Study shall be
prepared by the Developer's Engineer and submitted to the Department of Public Utilities for
review and conceptual approvals prior to submittal or acceptance of the developers final map and
engineered plan & profile improvement drawing for City review.
9. Engineered improvement plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer shall be submitted for
Department of Public Utilities review and approvals for proposed additions to the City Sewer
System.
Sanitary Sewer UGM
This project is located in the following Urban Growth Management Service Areas:
1. Sewer Oversize Reimbursement S.A.: #35
Sanitary Sewer Fees
The following Sewer Connection Charges are due and shall be paid for the Project:
1. Sewer Lateral Charge
2. Oversize Sewer Charge
3. Trunk Sewer Charge: Fowler
4. Wastewater Facilities Charge (Residential Only)
Water Requirements
Comply with attached City of Fresno Water Division memo, dated September 27, 2005, for water
requirements for Tentative Tract 5511/UGM.
Water Fees
1. Payment for installation of water service(s) and/or meter(s) is required.
2. Water Connection Charges are due and shall be paid for the Project.
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T-5511, R-05-29 Page 3
of the overall level of emissions. (Note: Some of the measures may already exist as City development
standards. Any measure selected should be implemented to the fullest extent possible.) The suggestions
listed below should not be considered all-inclusive and remain options that land-use authority should
consider:
• Trees should be carefully selected and located to protect the building(s) from energy consuming
environmental conditions and to shade paved areas. Trees should be selected to shade paved areas
that will shade 50% of the area within 15 years. Structural soil should be used under paved areas to
improve tree growth.
- For Structural Soil see http://www.hort.cornell.edu/uhi/outreach/csc/.
- For Tree Selection see http://www.ufei.org .
- For Urban Forestry see http://www.lgc.org/bookstore/energy/downloads/siv tree guidelines.pdf,
http://www.coolcommunities.org and http://wcufre.ucdavis.edu
• If transit service is available to the project site, improvements should be made to encourage its use. If
transit service is not currently available, but is planned for the area in the future, easements should be
reserved to provide for future improvements such as bus turnouts, loading areas, route signs and
shade structures. Appropriations made to facilitate public or mass transit will help mitigate trips
generated by the project. Direct pedestrian access to the main entrance of the project from existing or
potential public transit stops and provide appropriately designed sidewalks. Such access should
consist of paved walkways or ramps and should be physically separated from parking areas and
vehicle access routes.
• Sidewalks and bikeways should be installed throughout as much of the project as possible and should
be connected to any nearby existing and planned open space areas, parks, schools, residential areas,
commercial areas, etc., to encourage walking and bicycling. Connections to nearby public uses and
commercial areas should be made as direct as possible to promote walking for some trips. Pedestrian
and bike-oriented design reduces motor vehicle usage and their effects on air quality. Sidewalks and
bikeways should be designed to separate pedestrian and bicycle pathways from vehicle paths and be
accommodating and appropriately sized for anticipated future pedestrian and bicycle use. Such
pathways should be easy to navigate, designed to facilitate pedestrian movement through the project,
and create a safe and environment for all potential users (pedestrian, bicycle and disabled) from
obstacles and automobiles). Mid-block paths should be installed to facilitate pedestrian movement
through long blocks (over 500' in length) and cul-de-sacs. Sidewalks should be designed for high
visibility (brightly painted, different color of concrete, etc.). Clearly marked and highly visible pedestrian
accesses create a safer environment for both pedestrians and vehicles.
• As many energy conserving and emission reducing features as possible should be included in the
project. Energy conservation measures include both energy conservation through design and _
operational energy conservation. Examples include (but are not limited to):
- Increased energy efficiency (above California Titie 24 Requirements). For more information see
http://www.energy.ca.clov/title24/
- Energy efficient widows (double pane and/or Low-E)
- Use Low and No-VOC coatings and paints. See South Coast's site for No-VOC Coatings at
http://www.agmd.gov/r)rdas/brochures/r)aintguide.html
- High-albedo (reflecting) roofing material. For more information see http://eetd.Ib1.gov/cooIroof/
- Cool Paving. "Heat islands" created by this and similar projects contribute to the reduced air
quality in the valley by heating ozone precursors. For more information see
http:Heande.fbi.gov/heatisiandlhttp://www.harc.edu/harc/Projects/CoolHouston/
- Radiant heat barrier. Please see http://www.eere.eneray.gov/consumerinfo/refbriefs/bc7.htmI
- Energy efficient lighting, appliances, heating and cooling systems. For further information see
http://www.eneraystar.goy/
- The project should include as many clean alternative energy features as possible to promote
energy self-sufficiency. Examples include (but are not limited to): photovoltaic cells, solar water-
heating systems, solar thermal electricity systems, small wind turbines, etc. Rebate and incentive
Mr. Braun September 29,2005
T-5511, R-05-29 Page 4
programs are offered for alternative energy equipment. More information can found at
http://www.dsireusa.org/, http://rredc.nrel.ciov/and http://www.energy.ca.gov/renewables/
- Programmable thermostat(s) for all heating and cooling systems
- Awnings or other shading mechanism for windows
- Porch, patio and walkway overhangs
- Ceiling fans, whole house fans
- Utilize passive solar cooling and heating designs. (e.g. natural convection, thermal flywheels) See
http://www.eere.eneray.ciov/RE/solar passive.html
- Utilize day-lighting (natural lighting) systems such as skylights, light shelves, interior transom
windows etc. See http://www.advancedbuildings.org
- Natural gas lines (if available to this area) and electrical outlets in backyard or patio areas to
encourage the use of gas and/or electric barbecues
- Electrical outlets around the exterior of the unit(s) to encourage use of electric landscape
maintenance equipment
- Low or non-polluting incentives items should be provided with each residential unit (such items
could include electric lawn mowers,reel mowers, leaf vacuums, gas or electric barbecues, etc.)
- Pre-wire the unit(s) with high speed modem connections/DSL and extra phone lines
- Natural gas fireplaces (instead of wood-burning fireplaces or heaters)
- Exits to adjoining streets should be designed to reduce time to re-enter traffic from the project site
- More information can be found at http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/GreenBuilding/, http://www.lgc.org,
http:Hwww.sustainable.doe.gov/and http://www.consumerenergvicenter.ora/index.htmI
• The applicant/tenant(s) should implement measures to reduce the amount of single occupancy vehicle
employee traffic to and from the project area that further reduce air pollution in the valley. This could
include such provisions as encouraging employees to rideshare or carpool to the project site through
preferential parking spaces for employees who participate in carpooling or vanpooling, incorporating a
compressed workweek schedule, guaranteed ride home, carpool matching programs, shower/changing
facilities, providing free transit passes, providing an alternative-transit information center, and having a
dedicated employee transportation coordinator. Check out the "Spare the Air' section of our website
www.vallevair.org
• The applicant should implement measures to reduce the amount of vehicle traffic to and from the
residential area(s) that further reduce air pollution in the valley. This could include providing an
information center for residents to coordinate carpooling. Check out the "Spare the Air' section of our
website www.vallevair.org
• The District encourages the applicant and fleet operators using the facility to take advantage of the
District's Heavy-Duty Engine program to reduce project emissions. The Heavy Duty program provides
incentives for the replacement of older diesel engines with new, cleaner, fuel-efficient diesel engines.
The program also provides incentives for the re-power of older, heavy-duty trucks with cleaner diesel
engines or alternative fuel engines. New alternative fuel heavy-duty trucks also qualify. For more
information regarding this program contact the District at (559) 230-5858 or visit our website at
http://www.valleyair.org/transportation/heavvdutyidx.htm.
• Enhanced construction activity mitigation measures include:
- Install sandbags or other erosion control measures to prevent silt runoff to public roadways from
sites with a slope greater than one percent
- Limit area subject to excavation, grading, and other construction activity at any one time
- Limit the hours of operation of heavy duty equipment and/or the amount of equipment in use
- Replace fossil-fueled equipment with electrically driven equivalents (provided they are not run via a
portable generator set)
- Require that all diesel engines be shut off when not in use on the premises to reduce emissions
from idling. The applicant should install equipment that provides amenities that would otherwise be
powered by idling engines. An example of such technology includes IdleAire. See
htti)://www.idleaire-com/.
Mr. Braun September 29, 2005
T-5511, R-05-29 Page 5
— Curtail construction during periods of high ambient pollutant concentrations; this may include
ceasing of construction activity during the peak-hour of vehicular traffic on adjacent roadways, and
"Spare the Air Days,"declared by the District.
— Implement activity management (e.g. rescheduling activities to reduce short-term impacts)
— During the smog season (May through October), lengthen the construction period to minimize the
number of vehicles and equipment operating at the same time.
— Off road trucks should be equipped with on-road engines when possible.
— Light Duty Cars and Trucks should be alternative fueled or hybrids.
— Minimize obstruction of traffic on adjacent roadways.
— Diesel equipment should use verified alternative diesel fuel blends or Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel
(ULSD). The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has verified specific alternative diesel fuel
blends for NOx and PM emission reduction. Only fuels that have been certified by CARB should
be used. For more information on alternative diesel blends, please call Mr. Chris Acree, Senior Air
Quality Specialist, at (559) 230-5829. Information on biodiesel can also be found on CARB's
website at http://www.arb.ca.gov/fuels/diesel/altdiesel/altdiesel.htm and the EPA's website
http://www.epa.gov/oms/models/biodsl.htm.
— Construction equipment should have engines that meet the current off-road engine emission
standard (as certified by the CARB), or be re-powered with an engine that meets this standard.
Tier I and Tier II engines have significantly less NOx and PM emissions compared to uncontrolled
engines. ' To find engines certified by the CARB, see their website at
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/offroad/cert/cert.php. This site lists engines by type, then
manufacturer. The "Executive Order" shows what Tier the engine is certified as. For more
information on heavy-duty engines, please contact Mr. Kevin McCaffrey, Air Quality Specialist, at
(559) 230-5831.
District staff is available to meet with you and/or the applicant to further discuss the regulatory requirements
that are associated with this project. If you have any questions or require further information, please call
me at (559) 230-5800 or Mr. Hector R. Guerra, Senior Air Quality Planner, at (559) 230-5820 and provide
the reference number at the top of this letter.
Sincerely,
Georgia A Stewart
Air Quality Specialist
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Attention: Dave Braun
Dear Mr. Braun:
SUBJECT: Vesting Tentative Map of Tract No. 5511/UGM and Rezoning Application
No. R-05-29
1. Street Improvement plans of all new and/or reconstructed roads which are
adjacent to County roads or properties under the County's jurisdiction should be
reviewed and approved by the County.
2. City of Fresno must obtain Fresno County consent if acquisition of right-of-way
within County's jurisdiction for road construction purposes on Minnewawa
Avenue is needed.
Thank you for the opportunity to review this project. You can reach me at 262-4106 if
you have any question regarding these comments. "
Sincerely,
Frank L. Daniele, Interim Manager
Maintenance and Operations Division
Casey Cheng, enior Engineer
Development Engineering
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City of Fresno
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2600 Fresno Street
Fresno, CA 93721
Dear Mr. Braun:
PROJECT NUMBER: T-5511/R-05-29
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION: Proposes to rezone 46.3 acres located on
the west side of South Minnewawa Avenue between East Butler and East Church
Avenues from R-A/R-M/UGM to R-1/UGM and R-1-A/R-M/UGM for a 193-lot single-
family residential subdivision.
LIST THE SPECIFIC ADVERSE IMPACTS IN YOUR AREA OF EXPERTISE WHICH
MAY RESULT FROM APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT.
PLEASE LIST SPECIFIC MITIGATION MEASURES THAT YOU WOULD
RECOMMEND AS CONDITIONS OF PROJECT APPROVAL TO REDUCE ANY
SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACTS.
[ ] AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT: The project has the potential to
result in significant adverse environmental impacts. ,
[X] A NEGATIVE DECLARATION: The project may have adverse impacts but
impacts can be mitigated without further study or are not serious enough to
warrant an Environmental Impact Report.
[ ] NEITHER OF THE ABOVE INSUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO DRAW ANY
CONCLUSIONS: The following additional information should be provided:
• Construction permits for the 191-lot residential subdivision should be subject to
assurance of sewer capacity of the Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Concurrence should be obtained from the California Regional Water Quality Control
Board (RWQCB). For more information, contact staff at (559) 445-5116.
• Construction permits for the 191-lot residential subdivision should be subject to
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assurance that the City of Fresno community water system has the capacity and
quality to serve this project. Concurrence should be obtained from the State
Department of Health Services, Division of Drinking Water and Environmental
Management (DDWEM). For more information call (559) 447-3300.
• The Fresno County Department of Community Health is concerned that abandoned
water wells are not being properly destroyed, particularly with respect to new
development projects. As city boundaries expand, community services are provided
to areas originally served only by individual domestic and agricultural wells.
Improper abandonment of such wells presents a significant risk of contaminating the
city's community water supply. For this reason, when development occurs, it is
extremely important to ensure the safe and proper destruction of all abandoned
water wells.
Prior to destruction of any existing agricultural well(s), a sample of the upper most
fluid in the well column should be sampled for lubricating oil. The presence of oil
staining around the well may indicate the use of lubricating oil to maintain the well
pump. Should lubricating oil be found in the well, the oil should be removed from the
well prior to placement of fill material for destruction. The "oily water" removed from
the well must be handled in accordance with federal, state and local government
requirements. Transportation of these materials on public roadways may require
special permits and licensure.
The Department of Community Health is available to provide consultation in
cooperation with your city in order to encourage the proper destruction of wells and
safeguard our water quality. City staff may contact Ed Yamamoto, Environmental
Health Specialist, Water Surveillance Program, at (559) 445-3357 for more
information.
• Appropriate measures should be incorporated into the project to minimize potentially
significant short-term localized noise impacts to noise sensitive receivers caused by
the operation of construction equipment. Construction specifications for the project
should require that all construction equipment be maintained according to the
manufacturers' specifications, and that noise generating construction equipment be
equipped with mufflers. In addition, consideration should be given to limiting noise-
generating construction activities to daytime hours as specified in your municipal
code.
• The conditions as described in the "Conclusions" section on pages five (5) and six
(6) of the Acoustical Analysis should be accepted as mitigation measures for the
project. Without these measures the proposed noise sensitive receivers will be
Dave Braun
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October 10, 2005
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subjected to a level of noise in excess of the City of Fresno Noise Element
standards.
• Although not specified in the "Conclusions and Recommendations" section, the
Acoustical Analysis clearly indicates that the recommended sound wall will not
mitigate noise impacts for two-story homes adjacent to the railroad. It is
recommended that two-story homes not be built on lots adjacent to the railroad. If
two-story house are proposed for these lots, a detailed acoustical analysis should be
required.
REVIEWED " -
Glenn Allen,`Env' onmental Health Specialist II
(559) 445-3357
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING
Alan Weaver, Director
November 10, 2005
Dave Braun, Planner III
City of Fresno
2600 M Street
Fresno, CA 93721
Dear Mr. Braun
Subject: Tract No. 5511: Minnewawa and Pitt Avenues
Below are staff comments on the revised Tract Map.
1. Please clarify tract boundary. Minnewawa section line is current City Boundary.
2. a. Conform development with Minnewawa south of Pitt as a 0.07 mile long,
unpaved County maintained road in 40-50 feet width dedicated easement
east of section line south to the south line of the lot in the SE corner of Pitt
and Minnewawa.
b. Clarify use of road consistent with a County maintained road. Gates, trail,
and utility easement purposes conflict with its current status.
c. Submit vacation feasibility request to this office for clarification of ultimate
use by internal staff review. Allow three weeks for response.
d. If Minnewawa south of Pitt is vacated, provision for a forward movement
turnaround at Pitt should be considered consistent with other needs such as
trail/bike lane interfacing.
3. Right of way for Minnewawa from California south shall be minimum 60 feet
wide with 20 feet minimum west of section line to allow parking on both sides of
street. Additional 5 foot minimum width west of section line is recommended for
bike lanes adjacent to parking to serve as trail extension.
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS DIVISION
2220 Tulare Street,Eighth Floor I Fresno.California 93721/Phone(559)2624240/FAX(559)262-4166
Equal Employment Opportunity m Affirmative Action•Disabled Employer
Dave Braun
November 10, 2005
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4. Northbound Minnewawa shall be reconstructed from California south to end of
maintenance to a minimum 12 foot width plus paving for PM-10 compliance,
bike lane, and pedestrian path. Southbound Minnewawa shall be constructed to
minimum 12 foot paved width plus paving for PM-10 compliance, bike lane if
required, and pedestrian facilities (sidewalk). Maintain 10 foot clear from edge
of pavement to right-of-way line for driveway sight distance.
5. Reconstruction of Minnewawa will likely require realignment of Minnewawa and
widening of gated rail crossing at California to accommodate bike lanes and
special vehicle pull off. Tentative tract layout needs to show how Minnewawa
will conform to ultimate improvements north of California.
6. Please address how drainage on Minnewawa will be accommodated. Also the
subdivision is identified as being located in two separate drainage zones of
FMFCD. Explain how these drainage boundaries will be impacted by the
proposed subdivision.
7. The tentative map shows an existing drainage basin to be abandoned, but it
needs to address what will become of drainage waters that may flow to this
basin.
8. Please resubmit tract revisions to this office for further review.
9. Please notice County staff of SRC meetings on this project.
10. Please provide County staff copy of staff report with time for review before
Planning Commission hearing.
Sincerely,
Frank L. Danlele, Interim Manager
Maintenance & Operations Division
Robert L. Thompson
Assistant Division Manager
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MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS DIVISION
2220 Tulare Street,Eighth Floor/Fresno,California 937211 Phone(559)262-42401 FAX(554)262-4166
Equal Employment opportunity-Affirmative Action•Disabled Employer
co _.1ounty of Fresno
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING
;r Alan Weaver, Director
November 16, 2005
Dave Braun, Planner_III
City of Fresno
2600 M Street
Fresno, CA 93721
Dear Mr. Braun
Subject: Tract No. 5511: Minnewawa and Pitt Avenues
Thank you for meeting with us today to further discuss the required improvements on
Minnewawa. As agreed in our meeting, following further consideration of the impacts
from the proposed development on the existing community, the County requests that
Item Nos. 3, 4 and 5 of our November 10, 2005, letter be deleted and replaced with the
following:
3. Construct a 2-inch overlay of Minnewawa Avenue within the width of the
existing pavement from the California Alignment south to the north
boundary of the proposed tract and grade shoulders accordingly.
4. Along the frontage of the proposed development reconstruct Minnewawa
in accordance with Fresno City Street Standard No. P-54 modified to
provide a 12-foot travel lane on the east side for northbound travel,
including grading and stabilizing the adjacent shoulder.
Sincerely,
Frank L. Daniele, Interim Manager
Maintenance & Operations Division
Robert L. Thompson
Assistant Division Manager
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THROUGH: Robert Weakley, Chief of Operations�3�"'7�
Department of Public Utilities, Solid Waste Division
FROM: Donna Leslie, Staff Assistant
Department of Public Utilities, Solid Waste Division
SUBJECT: TT 5511, Solid Waste Conditions of Approval
The Department of Public Utilities, Solid Waste Division, has completed a review of the Vesting
Tentative Tract Map 5511. The following requirements and conditions are to be placed on this
vesting tentative tract map as a condition of approval by the Department of Public Utilities.
General Reguirements:
• Tract 5511 will be serviced as Single Family Residential properties with Basic Container
Service. Property owners will receive 3 containers to be used as follows: 1 Gray container
for solid waste, 1 Green container for green waste and 1 Blue container for recyclable
material. _
• The owners, lessees or other tenants of the residential dwellings on service day, before
6:00 a.m., shall place their solid waste containers at the edge of the curb approximately
4 feet apart and not blocking any vehicle accesses in accordance with the City of Fresno's
Solid Waste Management Division Standards.
• Per Municipal Code, Section 9-404 Solid Waste Disposal Regulations, Section C,10.
No Solid Waste container nor residential rubbish shall be allowed to remain at the curbline
after 8:00 p.m. on the collection day.
Special Conditions:
• Lots 34, 35, 37 and 38 shall place their solid waste containers along South Villa Avenue for
service.
TT 5511 -Page 1 of 2
Covenant Requirements:
• There shall be no parking allowed in the cul-de-sacs on the solid waste service day. The
following lots shall be clear of all vehicles by 6:00 a.m.
Lots 29 and 30 on South Villa Avenue
Lots 51, 52, 53 and 54 on East Geary Avenue
Lots 61, 62, 63, 64 and 65 on South Rachel Avenue
Lots 149, 150, 151, 152 and 153 on East Lorena Avenue
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT:
DATE: October 19, 2005
TO: Dave Braun, Planner III
Development Department, Planning Division
THROUGH: Scott Mozier, P.E., Traffic Engineering Manager
Public Works Department, Engineering Division
FROM: Louise Monroe, Supervising Engineering Technician
Public Works Department, Engineering Division, Traffic Planning Sectio
REZONE APPLICATION NO. R-05-029
OWNER (S): Pleasant Valley Investments, LC
APN (S): 481-020-57s
FROM: R-A/R-M/UGM TO: R-1/UGM AND R-1-A/R-M/UGM
LOCATION: Minnewawa between the California alignment and Church
Comments/Concerns:
1. Trip Generation
a. Existing: 10 Vehicle Trips per Day (VTD)
b. Proposed: 1866 Vehicle Trips per Day (VTD)
AM Total Peak: 146 Trips
PM Total Peak: 197 Trips
2. Highway Capacity: N/A (This application does not front on a major street.)
3. Traffic Impact Study(TIS) required: Yes
If yes, the Developer/Owner should consult with the City of Fresno Traffic Engineering
Section for the scope of the Traffic Impact Study (TIS). A trip trage for the proposed
project should be provided prior to consulting with the Traffic Engineering Section. The
TIS shall identify the mitigation measures, which would mitigate the project and/or other
related projects' significant impacts to a level of insignificance.
Note: All projects that are projected to generate 100 or more peak hour trips (AM or PM) shall
prepare a Traffic Impact Study, as identified in the 2025 Fresno General Plan, Traffic Mitigation
Measure B-4, b.
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PLEASANT VALLEY INVESTMENTS
Mr. Dave Braun
City of Fresno Development Department
2600 Fresno Street, Third Floor
Fresno, CA 93721-3604
Dear Mr. Braun:
We have reviewed the rezone, map and Traffic Impact Study(TIS) for the proposed 193-lot
single-family residential subdivision located on the west side of South Minnewawa between East
Butler and East Church Avenues. Caltrans has the following comments:
Trips from this development will likely impact the State Route (SR) 180 interchange at Peach
Avenue and the SR 99 interchange at Jensen Avenue.
The SR 180 interchange at Peach Avenue is still under construction. It has been designed to
accommodate projected demand for the next twenty years, so this project's impacts will likely be
negligible. However, when combined with other development in the area, this project's impacts
to the transportation/circulation system and to air quality will be cumulatively significant.
Cumulative impacts to these resources were not fully addressed in the General Plan Update
Master EIR,but postponed to future studies. The Master EIR did not perform any analysis of the
impacts to State facilities from implementation of the General Plan, and hence cannot be relied
upon to support subsequent projects that impact State Highways. The City should consider a
mechanism for evaluating and mitigating for these impacts.
The TIS did not provide a select zone trace of the project's trips to the SR 99 interchange at
Jensen Avenue. Based on past traffic studies, we calculate that 5 trips generated from this
development would impact the northbound off-ramp to Jensen Avenue. Based on the estimated
cost for an interim improvement project to add an additional ramp lane at this interchange
($265,900), it is estimated that this development's proportional fair share to mitigate for
cumulatively significant project-specific impacts to the SR 99 interchange at Jensen Avenue is:
5,trips,X$527/trip =$2,635.
If the developer does not concur with this estimate, we recommend that the traffic consultant
conduct the select zone trace of the project's trips to the SR 99 interchange at Jensen Avenue to
determine the project's impacts and appropriate mitigation.
"Caltrans improves mobility across California"
Mr. Dave Braun
September 28, 2005
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The City should consider a transit alternative for this project. The project is small, but when
combined with other residential projects in the area, there is sufficient development to support
transit. Early planning could make such an alternative feasible. Caltrans recommends that this
project be routed to Fresno Area Express (FAX) staff for their review and comment. Please see
Attachment Number 1 for other recommended transportation alternatives.
We request that this letter be made a part of the permanent public record for this project and that
a copy of our letter be included in the staff reports for both the City Council and the Planning
Commission. This will provide the decision-making body and the general public with a
complete and accurate environmental evaluation for the project.
If you have any questions, please call me at (559) 445-6666.
Sincerely,
MOSES STITES
Office of Transportation Planning
District 06
Enclosure
C: Mr. John Rowland,P.E., Peters Engineering Group
Ms Barbara Goodwin, Council of Fresno County Governments
"Caltrans improves mobility across California"
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
TO: Dave Braun, Planner III
Planning Division
FROM: Ann Lillie,Senior Engineering Technician (559.621.8690)
DATE: October 20,2005
SUBJECT: Tentative Subdivision Map T-5511 (Located west side of South Minnewawa between
East Butler and Church Avenues)
The Department of Public Works has reviewed the Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map proposed by
Pleasant Valley Investments,LC,on engineering plans prepared by Precision, dated March 17, 2005. The
Department of Public Works offers the following comments regarding the Street Tree, Buffer/Parkway
and Median Island Landscape conditions.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
STREET TREES REQUIREMENTS
1. The subdivider is required to provide street trees on all public street frontages and the dedication
planting and buffer landscaping easements. Street trees shall be planted at the minimum rate of one
tree for each 60'of street frontage. Street trees shall be planted by the Developer. The subdivider is
required to provide automatic irrigation with bubblers for all street trees. The irrigation system shall
comply with FMC 12-306-23. Tree species to be planted as follows:
STREET NAME STREET TREE SPECIES/COMMON NAME
South Minnewawa Avenue Cinnamomum camphora-Camphor
2. Street Tree Planting by Developer: For those lots having internal street tree frontage available
for street tree planting,the developer shall plant one tree for each 60'of street frontage, or one tree
per lot having street frontage, whichever is greater.
a. Street tree inspection fees shall be collected for each 60'of publics street frontage or one tree
per lot whichever is greater.
b. Street trees shall be planted in accordance with the City of Fresno,Department of Public
Works "Standard Specifications."
c. Landscape plans shall indicate street tree planting locations and species. Landscape plans shall
be reviewed and approved by the Department of Public Works,Engineering Services. A street
tree planting permit shall be required for all residential street tree planting.
d. Performance and payment securities,paid with final map,will be released when all
landscaping installed on public and/or city controlled property is in conformance with the
Specifications of the City of Fresno.
e. Upon acceptance of the required work,warranty security shall be furnished to or retained by
the city for guaranty and warranty of the work for a period of ninety days following acceptance.
BUFFER LANDSCAPING&MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The subdivider is required to provide long term maintenance for the landscape in the landscape
easements and rights-of-way. The subdivider may petition for annexation in the Community Facilities
District, or may form a Home Owner's Association.
2. Buffer Maintenance Through Annexation to the Community Facilities District. Landscape and
Irrigation plans are required and shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and
approval prior to a Council approval of the final map. Plans shall be numbered to conform to and be
included in the Department of Public Works street construction plan set for the final map. These fees
are applicable when the subdivider elects to maintain the buffer landscaping by annexing to the city's
Community Facilities District.
1. Landscaping shall comply with Landscape Buffer Development Standards approved by the City
Council on October 2, 1990. Landscape and irrigation plans shall comply with Sections 12-306-23
& 24 and 14-121 of the Fresno Municipal Code regarding Water Efficient Landscaping and Buffer
landscaping.
2. Should the proposed landscape buffers and/or parkway strips be located next to an existing buffer
and/or parkway strip, the planting concept shall simulate the adjacent landscape design to present a
more uniform appearance on the street. Variances in the landscape concept will be acceptable,but
the design of the new landscape buffer and/or parkway strip shall strive to mimic the existing as much
as possible.
3. Landscape plans shall indicate grades on a cross-section detail to include fencing or wall details.
All fencing shall be placed outside the landscape easement. Maximum slopes shall not exceed 4:1
with 1 foot of level ground between the slope and the back of the side walk and/or face of fence.
Erosion control measures shall be implemented on all slopes of 4:1, including the use of synthetic
erosion control netting in combination with ground cover species approved by the Department of
Public Works/engineering Services Division.
4. The water meter(s)serving the buffer landscaping shall be sized for the anticipated service flows.
5. No private flags,signs or identification of any kind shall be permitted in the right-of-way,within
the City -controlled easement or on the fence or wall facing the street.
6. Landscaping in the right-of-way and landscape setback adjacent to water well sites shall be the
responsibility of the City of Fresno Water Division and may not be included in the CFD.
MEDIAN ISLAND LANDSCAPE REQUIREMENTS
1. When median islands front onto the proposed development project, applicants shall be required to
submit plans showing the location and configuration of all median islands fronting the proposed
project for review and evaluation for median island landscaping requirements. Existing utilities,
including,but not limited to city water lines/service points, sanitary sewer, storm drains, electrical
lines,existing landscaping including trees,shrubs,ground cover beds,irrigation facilities,and other
miscellaneous landscape features shall also be clearly defined. If a new median is required by the
Traffic Division,the median island landscaping shall be applied in accordance with the City ofFresno
standards and FMC section 12-306-24. The Public Works Department requires 2 foot wide colored
concrete strips on all proposed median islands with a 12 inch by 12 inch slate pattern in brick red.
OUTLOTS
1. The Department of Public Works will not be responsible for the maintenance of any outlots if they
are not included into the CFD2. If the outlots are to be included into the CFD2, the Department of
Public Works will require approving landscape and irrigation plans prior to inclusion into the CFD2.
BIKE PATH
1. All proposed Multipurpose Paths shall be constructed in accordance with City requirements and
standards. Cross-sections will be required with submittal of Street Plans and Landscaping/Irrigation
Plans for review and approval.
City of
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DATE: November 10, 2005 REVISION
TO: Dave Braun, Planner III
Development Department, Planning Division
THROUGH: Scott Mozier, P.E., Traffic Engineering Manager
Public Works Department, Engineering Division
FROM: Louise Monroe, Traffic Planning Supervisor
Public Works Department, Engineering Division
SUBJECT: TT 5511, Public Works Conditions of Approval
(Minnewawa between the California alignment and Church)
The Public Works Department, Traffic Planning Section, has completed its review and the following
requirements are to be placed on this tentative map as a condition of approval by the Public Works
Department.
General Conditions:
Provide curb ramps at all corners within the limits of this subdivision.
Underground all existing offsite overhead utilities with the limits of this map in accordance with Fresno
Municipal Code Section 12-1011 and Resolution No. 78-522/88-229.
Submit a Geometric Approval Drawing (GAD)to Traffic Engineering for review and approval, per the
attached checklist, prior to submittal of street plans.
Submit the following plans, as applicable, in a single package, to the Planning and Development
Department for review and approval: Street Construction, Signing, Striping, Traffic Signal and Streetlight
and Trail Lighting, Signing and Striping.
Any construction on County rights of way shall conform to both the City of Fresno and the County of
Fresno's specifications.
Frontage Improvement Requirements:
Minnewawa Avenue: Scenic Drive
1. Dedicate 30' of property,from section line, for public street purposes OR dedicate a 30'
pedestrian and tree preservation easement within the limits of this subdivision to meet the current
City of Fresno Standards. See PW Std. API-11 and P-54. The purpose of APIA I is to preserve
the existing trees. Change note number 9 on the tentative tract map to reflect this issue.
2. Construct concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk to Public Works Standard P-5. The sidewalk pattern
shall be constructed to a 10' residential pattern.
3. Construct 20' of permanent paving (measured from face of curb) within the limits of this sub-
division.
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4. Construct an underground street lighting system to Public Works Standard E-2 within the limits of
this subdivision. Spacing and design shall conform to Public Works Standard E-9 for Local
Streets.
5. Provide full offsite improvements adjacent to APN 481-020-13s.
6. Bike. Pedestrian and Equestrian Trail: Dedicate a 26' (minimum) easement for Bike and
Pedestrian purposes only. (Additional right of way may be required for grading and drainage
purposes.) This Department does not support the equestrian component of the trail due to health
and safety issues. Construct a 12' wide Bike and Pedestrian trail/path, complete with lighting,
signing, striping and landscaping, per the 2025 Fresno General Plan, Multi-Purpose Trails Plan
Map and Public Works Standards P-59 and P-60. Identify route on the map and provide a cross
sectionrp for to the planning commission hearing. Submit engineered construction plans to
Public Works. Submit lighting, signing and striping plan to Traffic Engineering for approval.
Submit grading, landscape and irrigation plans to Engineering Services. An additional dedication
is required for the equestrian portion, if required. Contact Planning and Development.
Interior Streets:
Dedicate, design and construct all curb, gutter, sidewalk, (both sides), permanent paving, cul-de-sacs,
easements and underground street lighting systems on all interior local streets to Public Works
Standards. Sidewalk patterns shall comply with Public Works API Standards for 50' and 54'streets.
Any temporary dead-end streets created by this subdivision shall be properly barricaded in accordance
with the Pubic Works Standard P-44.
Specific Mitigation Requirements:
1. This tract will generate 146 a.m. 1197 p.m. peak hour trips; therefore, a Traffic Impact Study (TIS)
is required. Comply with the mitigation measure requirements as set forth by the Traffic
Engineering Manager once the revision has been submitted. The Traffic Impact Study shall
incorporate the southerly connection to Minnewawa and include volumes from all approved
tentative maps in the vicinity.
2. The first order of work shall include a minimum of two points of vehicular access to the major
streets for any phase of this development.
3. Dedicate a 40' property line radius at Minnewawa and Pitt Avenues.
4. Multi-Purpose Trail to be constructed on the south side of the California Avenue Alignment per the
Planning and Development Department: Dedicate a 36' easement for Bike and Pedestrian
purposes. (Additional right of way may be required for drainage purposes.) Construct a 12' wide
Bike and Pedestrian trail/path, complete with lighting, signing, striping and landscaping, per the
2025 Fresno General Plan, Multi-Purpose Trails Plan Map and Public Works Standards P-59,
P-60 and Exhibit "B". Verify details with FID regarding construction and joint use
easement. Submit engineered construction plans to Public Works. Submit lighting, signing and
striping plan to Traffic Engineering for approval. Submit grading, landscape and irrigation plans
to Engineering Services.
5. Irrigation /Canal Requirements: The developer shall enter into an agreement with the Fresno
Irrigation District providing for piping the canal(s) and submit an executed copy of the agreement
or commitment letter from FID to the Planning and Development Department. All piping shall be
located outside of the proposed street right of way. Any piping across city streets shall be rubber
gasketed reinforced concrete pipe (RGRCP) constructed perpendicular to the street. Submit
engineered plans to Public Works Department, Engineering Division for review and approval.
6. Florence: A vacation is required. A feasibility study for all proposed vacations of existing public
rights of way is required to be completedrp for to the approval of the tentative map.
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7. Minnewawa: Vacation of street easement on Minnewawa south of East Pitt Avenue is required.
Contact the County of Fresno for requirements. Through access is denied with this subdivision.
8. Design and construct a Major Street Bridge, (non-UGM), at the intersection of Minnewawa, Pitt
Avenue and the Central No 23 Canal
9. East Pitt Avenue (adjacent to lots 8 thru 25): The proposed street exceeds Public Works
standards. Redesign the intersection of Martha and Pitt to include a traffic circle, see Exhibit "E"
and eliminate the connection from Pitt to Villa with a knuckle at Pitt and the orangewood
alignment to connect Pitt to Florence.
10. Coordinate center line locations with T-5235 for Minnewawa, Geary and Florence. Provide a
dimension on the tentative map from section line to the center line of Geary Street.
Traffic Signal Mitigation Impact Fee:
This project shall pay its Traffic Signal Mitigation Impact Fee (TSMI Fee) at the time of building permit
based on the trip generation rate(s) as set forth in the latest edition of the ITE Generation Manual. The
fee amount is $414.69 per single family unit, (fee rate as shown in the Master Fee Schedule).
UGM Requirements:
This Map is in UGM major street zone D-1/E-2; therefore pay all applicable UGM fees.
1. The developer's engineer shall provide an exhibit to Public Works for submittal to the San Joaquin
Valley Railroad (owner) to coordinate At-Grade Railroad crossing improvements. Provide
payment to the railroad for installation of concrete crossing panels and railroad crossing gates at
the ultimate placement for the 2-lane scenic drive.
2. Design and construct a Major Street Bridge (36) at the intersection of Peach and the Central No.
23 Canal. Public Works will apply this requirement to a minimum of 4 other subdivisions with
each subdivision being responsible for a fee no greater than 1/5 of the cost of said bridge. The
timing of the bridge construction shall occur prior to close out of this subdivision or at such time
that the City Engineer deems necessary, whichever is earlier.
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CITY OF FRESNO PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
GAD PLAN CHECK GUIDE &REQUIREMENTS LIST
❑ RECORD PLAN INFORMATION IN PLAN CHECK LOG
❑ LANE CONFIGURATIONS MATCH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
❑TURN POCKET LENGTHS ARE CALLED OUT AND CORRESPOND TO QUEUE LENGTHS IN TRAFFIC
IMPACT STUDY
❑ EXISTING AND PROPOSED CURBS AND MEDIAN ISLANDS ARE CLEARLY SHOWN
❑ PERTINENT FEATURES SUCH AS EXISTING PARCELS, RAILROADS, FID CANALS
❑ CONFORMS TO EXISTING CONDITIONS AT PROJECT LIMITS
❑ EXISTING LANE WIDTHS ARE CALLED OUT AT CONFORM AREAS
❑ GAD SHOWS PROPOSED WIDTH OF STREET RMV, CURB-TO-CURB DISTANCE, ALL TRAFFIC LANES,
BIKE LANES, PARKING LANES AND MEDIAN ISLANDS
❑ GAD CALLS OUT TRANSITION LENGTHS AND TAPERS EXPRESSED AS TRANSITION LENGTH PER
OFFSET WIDTH (I.E. 50:1 TAPER WOULD BE A 600'TRANSITION FOR A 12' OFFSET)
❑ ALL CURVE DATA IS CALLED OUT. WHERE CURVES ARE CONCENTRIC, ONLY THE CIL OR CURB LINE
NEEDS TO BE CALLED OUT.
❑THE CIL IS MATHEMATICALLY DEFINED WITH HORIZONTAL CONTROL IN CASES WHERE THE CIL
DOES NOT FOLLOW THE SECTION LINE
❑ BEARINGS AND DISTANCES ARE PROVIDED WHERE THE CIL OF CONSTRUCTION (NEW CIL OR
SECTION LINE) IS NOT PARALLEL TO THE PROPOSED R/W, OR WHERE THE TWO SIDES OF A DIVIDED
ROADWAY ARE NOT PARALLEL.
❑ SHOW TRUCK TURNING TEMPLATES FOR ALL DUAL LEFT OR DUAL RIGHT TURNS AND
ROUNDABOUTS
❑ CROSSWALK LAYOUTS MEET CITY STANDARDS (4' FROM FACE OF CURB AT RAMP, 10'WIDE, NO
DOGLEGS, MEDIAN NOSES CLEAR OF CROSSWALK)
❑ PLANS INCLUDE PROJECT REFERENCE INFORMATION (Site Plan No., C.U.P. No., Rezone No., Parcel
Map No, or C.I.P. No. (PW ID, Fund, Org, KRA), NORTH ARROW, SCALE, TITLE BLOCK, OWNER'S NAME,
ENGINEER PREPARED BY)
❑ FOR PROJECTS INCLUDING SIGNIFICANT VERTICAL GRADE CHANGES INCORPORATING MULTIPLE
GRADE BREAKS OR VERTICAL CURVES, THE GAD SHOULD INCLUDE A PROPOSED MAJOR STREET CIL
PROFILE (NOT NECESSARY FOR TYPICAL ROUTINE PROJECTS)
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Date: November 15, 2005
To: DAVE BRAUN, Planner III
Planning and Development Department, Advance Planning
From: DOUG BECKER, Supervising Engineering Technician
Department of Public Utilities, Planning and Engineerin
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Subject: SANITARY SEWER AND WATER REQUIREMENTS FOR T-5511/UGM, R-05-29
General
T-5511/UGM and R-05-29 propose a 193-lot single-family residential subdivision, rezoning from R-
AR-MOUJGM to R-l/UGM and R-1-A/R-MfUGM on 46.3 acres located on the west side of South
Minnewawa Avenue between East Butler and East Church Avenues.
Environmental Recommendations
A NEGATIVE DECLARATION MAY BE ISSUED: The project may have adverse impacts but
impacts can be mitigated without further study or are not serious enough to warrant an Environment
Impact Report.
Sanitary Sewer Rea uirements
The nearest sanitary sewer main to the project is a 54-inch main located in West Church Avenue. The
following sewer improvements shall be required prior to providing City sewer service to the project:
1. The following off-site sanitary sewer main extensions (including sewer house branch
installations to adjacent properties) are required: 0 _
a) Extension of a 10-inch sewer main in South Minnewawa Avenue from West Church
Avenue north across the project frontage.
2. Sanitary sewer mains shall be extended within the proposed tract to provide sewer service to
each lot created.
3. Separate sewer house branches shall be provided for each lot created.
4. Abandon all existing on-site private sanitary sewer systems.
5. Dedicate an exclusive 40-foot wide sewer and water main easement adjacent to Lot 8,
connecting South Minnewawa Avenue.
6. Permanent structures shall not be allowed within easement area.
7. Public sewer facilities shall be constructed in accordance with the Department of Public Works
standards, specifications, and policies.
8. A Preliminary sewer design layout shall be prepared by the Developer's Engineer and submitted
to the Department of Public Utilities for review and conceptual approvals prior to submittal or
acceptance of the developers final map and engineered plan& profile improvement drawing for
City review.
9. Engineered improvement plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer shall be submitted for
Department of Public Utilities review and approvals for proposed additions to the City Sewer
System.
Sanitary Sewer UGM
This project is located in the following Urban Growth Management Service Areas:
1. Sewer Oversize Reimbursement S.A.: #35
Sanitary Sewer Fees
The following Sewer Connection Charges are due and shall be paid for the Project:
1. Sewer Lateral Charge
2. Oversize Sewer Charge
3. Trunk Sewer Charge: Fowler
4. Wastewater Facilities Charge (Residential Only)
Water Requirements
Comply with attached City of Fresno Water Division memo, dated September 27, 2005, for water
requirements for Tentative Tract 5511/UGM.
Water Fees
1. Payment for installation of water service(s) and/or meter(s) is required.
2. Water Connection Charges are due and shall be paid for the Project.
City of
CI Mc0—%\I--,i i-
IlllFire Department
450 M Street Randy R. Bruegman
Fresno, California 93721-3083 Fire Chief
559-621-4000 FAX#559-498-4261
www.fresno.gov
Date 11-16-05
TO: Dave Braun, Planner III
Development�artment, Planning Division
FROM: Mike Schmidt, Supervising Fire Prevention Inspector
Fire Prevention Bureau
SUBJECT: Tentative Tract No. 5511
The Fire Department has completed a review of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map 5511,
which was submitted by Precision Civil Eng. The following requirements and conditions
are to be placed on this vesting tentative tract map as a condition of approval by the Fire
Department.
General Requirements:
This project is within 2 miles of Fire Station No.15.
This project is subject to UGM Fire service fees for Fire Station No.15.
Provide residential hydrants and fire flows per Public Works standards with two sources of
water.
Access is not acceptable. Construction is contingent upon: ,
- Recordation of Tract 5235
- Tract 5235 shall provide at least two access connections prior to start of construction.
These access paths shall be maintained serviceable for fire apparatus at all times.
Lots 1 through 7 shall not be permitted without a second point of access since they are
beyond 1,000 feet from a single access point. A maximum length of 1,000 feet is allowed
for homes with fire sprinkler systems. A fire department "emergency access only" is
allowed. The gate clear width and the fire lane clear width shall be 20 feet.
Note: Phasing of tract will require re-review for access requirements.
City of
Date 10-6-05
TO: Dave Braun, Planner III
Development Department, Planning Division
FROM: Randi Eisner, Senior Fire Prevention Inspector � -
Fire Prevention Bureau
SUBJECT: Tentative Tract No. 5511
The Fire Department has completed a review of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map 5511,
which was submitted by Precision Civil Eng. The following requirements and conditions
are to be placed on this vesting tentative tract map as a condition of approval by the Fire
Department.
General Requirements:
This project is within 2 miles of Fire Station No.15.
This project is subject to UGM Fire service fees for Fire Station No.15.
Provide residential hydrants and fire flows per Public Works standards with two sources of
water. -
Access is not acceptable. Construction is contingent upon:
- Recordation of Tract 5235
- Tract 5235 shall provide at least one access connection prior to start of construction.
- Minnewawa shall be extended south from Pitt to Church prior to start of construction.
- Church shall be extended east to Minnewawa prior to start of construction.
Lots 1 through 8 shall not be permitted, they are beyond 1,000 feet from a single access
point. A maximum length of 1,000 feet is allowed for homes with fire sprinkler systems. A
second access is required for these lots. A fire department emergency access only is
allowed. The gate clear width and the fire lane clear width shall be 20 feet.
Note: Phasing of tract will require re-review for access requirements.
�i OFFICES OF
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PHONE(559)233-7181
FAX(559)233-8227
2907 SOUTH MAPLE AVENUE
FRESNO,CALIFORNIA 93725-2218
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OCT 0 5 2005
Planning Division
Mr. Dave Braun Development Department
City of Fresno
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Development Department
Planning Division
2600 Fresno Street, Room 3043
Fresno, CA 93721-3604
RE: TTM No. 5511 & RA No. R-05-29—FID's Braly No. 14 & Central No. 23 Canals
Dear Mr. Braun:
FID's comments and requests are as follows:
1. FID's Central No. 23 canal traverses the subject property as shown on the enclosed map.
FID's policy requires most open canals to be contained in a pipeline, but some canals are
too large to feasibly pipe and will remain as an open canal. If this canal is to remain as
an open channel, FID requires that, within the limits of the proposed project [and its
remainder], the landowner/developer grant fee title for the land underlying the canal and
associated area along the canal required for maintenance pursuant to Water Code Section
22438(a) and FID policy. FID's District Canal Right of Way Requirements sheet is
enclosed for your reference. Submit the proposed grant deed, with an exhibit stamped by
a registered civil engineer or land surveyor, to FID for review prior to executing the
conveyance.
2. FID requires the applicant concrete line, encase in box culvert or other approved means
to protect canal integrity, the Central Canal across the proposed development in
accordance with FID standards, and that the applicant enter into an agreement with FID
for that purpose. The applicant will need to meet with FID to determine the canal
alignment and required canal dimensions.
3. FID's Braly No. 14 pipeline traverses the subject property in an exclusive easement
recorded on September 19, 1980, as Document No. 90294, in Book 7588 Page 439,
Official Records of Fresno County.
4. FID requires the applicant submit a grading and drainage plan for FID approval which
shows that the proposed development will not endanger the structural integrity of the
canal/pipeline, or result in drainage patterns that will adversely affect FID or the
applicant.
Agencies\City\TM551 R-05-29
BOARD OF President JACOB ANDRESEN, Vice-President JEFFERY G. BOSWELL
DIRECTORS JEFF NEELY,EDDIE NIEDERFRANK,STEVEN G.BALLS, General Manager GARY SERRATO
Mr. Dave Braun
September 30, 2005
Page 2 of 2
5. FID requires its easement be shown on the map with proper recording information, and
that FID be made a party to signing all plans which affect its easement and canal/pipeline
facility and also be made party to signing the final map.
6. FID does not allow its easements to be in common use with public utility easements but
will allow its easement to be in common use with landscape easements. FID recommends
all block walls and fences be located outside of its easement.
7. FID requires all trail improvements and easements for trail purposes be located outside
FID's easement and that no portion of said easements shall be in common use.
8. FID requests the applicant be exempted from any condition that would require the
construction of public facilities or conveyance of deeds or easements within FID's canal
easement to any other party without FID's written consent.
9. FID will require a Common Use of Easements Agreement between FID and the City of
Fresno for all Landscape easements which overlap FID's easement.
10. FID requires the applicant enter into an Encroachment Agreement with FID for all
permanent improvements placed on or constructed within FID's easement.
11. FID may have additional comments regarding the subject proposal and suggests the
applicant and or the applicants engineer contact FID at their earliest convenience.
Thank you for submitting this for our review. Please feel free to contact me with any questions
or concerns at 233-7161 extension 317 or bjohnson@fresnoirrigation.com.
Sincerely,
2
Bret Johnson
Engineering Technician I
Enclosure
cc: Pleasant Valley Investments
Precision Engineering
Agencies\City\TM551 R-05-29
NOTICE OF DETERML _ATION p E200510000542
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TO: _ Office of Planning and Research FROM: CITY OF FRESNO - � )
1400 Tenth Street, Room 121 Planning and Development Dept V
Sacramento, California 95814 2600 Fresno Street
Fresno, California 93721-3604 0F 5 2Q05
X County Clerk
County of Fresno
2221 Kern Street
Fresno, California 93721
Subject: Filing of Notice of Determination in compliance with Section 21152 of the Public Resources Code.
Rezone Application No. R-05-29 and Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
Project Title
Planning and Development Department
City of Fresno
N/A David Braun, Planner (559)621-8038
State Clearinghouse Number Lead Agency Area Code/Telephone/Extension
(If subject to Clearinghouse) Contact Person
Approximately 45.8 acres of property located on the west side of South Minnewawa Avenue between East Church Avenue and the
East California Avenue alignment, Fresno City and County.
Project Location (include County)
Project Description: Rezone Application No. R-05-29 is a request to reclassify approximately 45.8 acres of property from the R-A/R-
M/UGM (Single Family Residential-Agricu/turaUResidentia/Modifying/Urban Growth Management)zone district to the R-1/UGM(Single
Family Residential District/Urban Growth Management)and R-1-A/R-M/UGM(Single Family Residential/Residential Modifying/Urban
Growth Management)zone district. Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM is proposing to subdivide the subject property into a
193-lot single family residential subdivision. The property is located on the west side of South Minnewawa Avenue between East
Church Avenue and the East California Avenue alignment.
This is to advise that the City of Fresno,the Lead Agency, has approved the above-described project on December 13, 2005, and
has made the following determinations regarding the above-described project:
1. The project( [ ]will [X]will not) have a significant effect on the environment.
2. [ ]An Environmental Impact Report was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
[ ]A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
[X]A determination of project conformity to the 2025 Fresno General Plan Master Environmental Impact Report
(MEIR No. 10130)was made. 0 _
3. Mitigation measures ( [X]were [ ]were not) made a condition of the approval of the project as related to
MEIR No. 10130.
4. A statement of Overriding Considerations ( [ ]was [X]was not) adopted for this project.
5. Findings ([ ]were [X]were not) made pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
This is to certify that the above-described Finding of Conformity to the 2025 Fresno General Plan Master Environmental Impact Report
No. 10130 with comments and responses and record of project approval is available to the general public at the City of Fresno,
Planning and Development Department, 2600 Fresno Street, Room 3043, Fresno, California 93721-3604.
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G ert aroDate
Planning Manager, City of Fre
Attachments: De Minimis Finding D
Project Vicinity Map
City of Fresno Environmental Assessment No. R-05-29/T-5511 JAN 2006
KAMASTER FILES-Tract Maps/T-5501 DEB\NOTICE OF DETERMINATION R-05-29,T-5511.DOC ����f ?L.�'�=i�Tmant
CALIF INIA DEPARTMENT OF FIST '►ND GAME
CERTIFICATE OF FEE EXEMPTION
DE MINIMIS IMPACT FINDING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. R-05-29/T-5511
LEAD AGENCY:
City of Fresno, Planning and Development Department, 2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, California 93721
PROJECT TITLE AND LOCATION:
Rezone Application No. R-05-29, Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM
The property is located on the west side of South Minnewawa Avenue between East Church Avenue and the
East California Avenue alignment, Fresno City and County.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Rezone Application No. R-05-29 is a request to reclassify approximately 45.8 acres of property from the
R-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family Residential-Agricultural/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth Management)
zone district to the R-1/UGM (Single Family Residential District/Urban Growth Management) and R-1-A/R-
M/UG M (Single Family Residential/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth Management)zone districts. Vesting
Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM is proposing to subdivide the subject property into a 193-lot single family
residential subdivision.
FINDING OF EXEMPTION:
Pursuant to the above-noted environmental assessment a determination of project conformity to the 2025
Fresno General Plan Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR No. 10130), which incorporates a MEIR
Mitigation Monitoring Checklist has been prepared by the lead agency for the proposed project. There is no
evidence in the record that the proposed project may have an adverse effect on wildlife resources.
"I hereby certify that the public agency has made the above finding and that the project will not individually or
cumulatively have an adverse effect on wildlife resources,as defined in Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game
Code."
Gilbert J. Haro, Planni nager
Planning Division
Date: December 14, 2005
Section 711.4, Fish and Game Code
KAPAASTER FILES-Tract Maps/T-5511/R-04-107,T-5188,Deminirrus.DOC
Tentative Tract Map No. 5511
GOVERNMENT CODE§66020(d)(1)
A protest filed pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be filed at the time of approval or
conditional approval of the development or within 90 days after the date of the
imposition of the fees, dedications, reservations, or other exactions to be imposed on a
development project. Each local agency shall provide to the project applicant a notice
in writing at the time of the approval of the project or at the time of the imposition of the
fees, dedications, reservations, or other exactions, a statement of the amount of the
fees or a description of the dedications, reservations, or other exactions, and notification
that the 90-day approval period in which the applicant may protest has begun.
Improvements and payments shall not be required on or in front of any undeveloped
portion of a net acreage of ten acres or more which exists after the division of land. All
improvements and payments to be completed with development.
SEWER CONNECTION CHARGES FEE RATE
b. Lateral Sewer Charge* $0.10/sq. ft. (to 100' depth)
c. Oversize Charge* $0.05/sq. ft. (to 100' depth)
d. Trunk Sewer Charge♦ $344/living unit
Service Area: Fowler
e. Wastewater Facilities Charge+ $2,119/living unit
f. Copper Avenue Sewer Lift Station Charge* N/A
g. Fowler Trunk Sewer Interim Fee Surety* N/A
h. House Branch Sewer Charge♦ N/A
i. Millbrook Overlay Sewer* N/A
WATER CONNECTION CHARGES FEE RAPE
j. Service Connection Charge Fee based on service(s) and
meter(s) sizes specified by owner;
fee for service(s) and Meter(s)
established by the Master Fee
Schedule.
k. Frontage Charge* $6.50/lineal foot
I. Transmission Grid Main Charge* $643/gross acre (parcels 5 gross
acres or more)
m. Transmission Grid Main Bond Debt*
Service Charge $243/gross acre (parcels 5 gross
acres or more)
n. UGM Water Supply Fete
Service Area: 501s $582/living unit
o. Well Head Treatment Feev $238/living unit
Service Area: 501
p. Recharge Feelf $75/living unit
Service Area: 501
q. 1994 Bond Debt Service* $244/living unit
Service Area: 501
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE FEE RATE
r. Northeast Fresno Policing Area* N/A
s. Traffic Signal Charge* $414.69/living unit
URBAN GROWTH MANAGEMENT FEE RATE
t. UGM Fire Station Capital Fee* $605/gross acre
Service Area: 15
u. UGM Park Fee* $2392/gross acre
Service Area: 2
v. Major Street Charge* $3161/adj. acre
Service Area: D-1/E-2
w. Major Street Bridge Charge* $304/adj. acre
Service Area: D-1/E-2
x. UGM Grade Separation Fee* N/A
y. UGM Trunk Sewer Charge* N/A
Service Area: Fowler
z. Street Acquisition/Construction Chargee N/A
Notes:
* Due at time of development
* Deferrable through Fee Deferral Covenant.
v Due at time of subdivision
CITY OF , =SNO — ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESS ,NT/ INITIAL STUDY
FINDING OF CONFORMITY/MSIR NO. 10130
Pursuant to Section 21157.1 of the California Public Resource Code FORftG
(California Environmental Quality Act) the project described below i
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determined to be within the scope of the Master Environmental Impact Repo s `� —9 PM 4: 35
(MEIR) No. 10130 prepared for the 2025 Fresno General Plan IN Y CLERK
Initial study is on file in the Planning and Development Department, City Hall,
2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, California 93721 ® GUN LFRK
(559) 621-8277
Applicant: Initial Study Prepared By: TEPM
Pleasant Valley Investments, LC David Braun, Planner III
7675 North Ingram Avenue, Suite 104 October 26, 2005
Fresno, CA 93711
Environmental Assessment Number: Project Location (including APN):
Rezone Application No. R-05-29 West side of South Minnewawa Avenue between
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM East Church Avenue and the East California Avenue
alignment
(APN: 481-020-57)
Project Description:
Rezone Application No. R-05-29 proposes to rezone approximately 45.85 (net) acres of property located on
the west side of South Minnewawa Avenue between East Church Avenue and the East California Avenue
alignment, from the R-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family Residential-Agricultural/Residential Modifying/IUrban
Growth Management) zone district to the R-1/UGM (Single Family Residential/Urban Growth Management)
and R-1-A/R-M/UGM (Single Family Residential/Residential Modifying/Urban Growth Management) zone
district. Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5511/UGM proposes to subdivide the subject property into a 193 lot
(plus five outlots) single family residential subdivision to be developed at a density of 4.2 dwelling units per
acre. The property is within the jurisdictions of the Roosevelt Community Plan and the 2025 Fresno General
Plan. Both plans designate the property for low density residential (0-2.18 units per acre) and medium low
.density residential planned land uses (2.19 to 4.98 units per acre). The subject site is currently vacant and is
predominantly surrounded by single family residential and rural residential properties.
Conformance to Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR NO. 10130):
As previously indicated, the recently adopted 2025 Fresno General Plan designates the subject parcel for low
and medium low density residential planned land uses. The requested R-1/UGM and R-1-A/R-M/UGM zone
districts conform to the medium low density and low density residential land use designations, respectively,
as indicated by the 2025 Fresno General Plan. -
The Planning and Development Department staff has prepared an initial study and environmental checklist
and evaluated the requested rezoning in accordance with the land use and environmental policies and
provisions of the 2025 Fresno General Plan and the related Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR) No.
10130. The subject property is proposed to be developed with single-family residential uses at an intensity
and scale that is permitted by the planned land use and proposed zoning designations for the site. Thus, the
rezoning will not facilitate an additional intensification of uses beyond that which already exists or would be
allowed by the above-noted planned land use designation. Moreover, it is not expected that the existing and
future development, per the requested rezoning, will adversely impact existing city service systems or the
traffic circulation system that serves the subject parcels. These infrastructure findings have been verified by
the Public Works and Public Utilities Departments. It has been further determined that all applicable
mitigation measures of MEIR No. 10130 have been applied to the project necessary to assure that the project
will not cause significant adverse cumulative impacts, growth inducing impacts, and irreversible significant
effects beyond those identified by MEIR No. 10130 as provided by CEQA Section 15178(a).
E20051000054"*�'
Finding of Conformity Under M . No. 10130
Environmental Assessment No. R-05-29/T-5511/UGM
Page 2
Per Section 21157.1 of the California Public Resources Code (California Environmental Quality Act), it may
be determined that a subsequent project falls within the scope of a MEIR, provided that the project does not
cause significant impacts on the environment that were not previously examined by the MEIR. Relative to this
specific project proposal, the environmental impacts noted in the MEIR, per the 2025 Fresno General Plan
land use designations, include impacts associated with the low and medium low density residential land use
designations specified for the subject parcel. Based on this initial study, the project does not change the land
use indicated for the subject parcels and will not generate additional significant effects not previously
identified by the MEIR and no new additional mitigation measures are required. Therefore, the project
proposal is within the scope of the MEIR as defined by Section 15177 of the CEQA Guidelines.
Moreover, as lead agency for this project, the Planning and Development Department, per Section 15177 (d)
of the CEQA Guidelines, has determined that all feasible mitigation measures from MEIR No. 10130 shall
apply to the project proposal as noted in the attached mitigation monitoring checklist. Public notice has
been provided regarding staff=s finding in a manner prescribed by this section of the Guidelines and by
Section 21092 of the California Public Resources Code (CEQA provisions).
Gilbert J. Haro Date
Planning Manager, City of esno
Attachments: Environmental Checklist for Environmental Assessment No. R-05-29/T-5511
Mitigation Monitoring Checklist (MEIR No. 10130)for Environmental Assessment
No. R-05-29/T-5511
EN' .ONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (EA) iECKLIST
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
EA NO. R-05-29, T-5511
1_0 TOPOGRAPHIC,SOIL,GEOLOGIC 11.0 URBAN SERVICES
CONSIDERATIONS 1 11.1 Availability of fire protection
1 1.1 Geologic hazards, unstable soil conditions 1 11.2 Lack of emergency vehicle access
1 1.2 Adverse change in topography or ground surface relief 1 11.3 Adequacy of design for crime prevention
1 1.3 Destruction of unique geologic or physical features 1 11.4 Overcrowding of school facilities
1 1.4 Increased water erosion 1 11.5 Availability of water mains of adequate size
1 11.6 Availability of sewer lines of adequate capacity
2_0 AIR QUALITY 1 11.7 Availability of storm water drainage facilities(on or off site)
1 2.1 Substantial indirect source of pollution 1 11.8 Availability of adequate park and recreation areas
1 2.2 Direct on-site pollution generation 1 11.9 Unusually high solid waste generation
1 2.3 Generation of objectionable odors
1 2.4 Generation of dust except during construction 12.0 HAZARDS
1 2.5 Adverse local climatic changes 1 12.1 Risk of explosion or release of hazardous substances
1 12.2 Site subject to flooding
3_0 WATER 1 12.3 Adverse change in course of flow of flood waters
1 3.1 Insufficient ground water available for long-term project 1 12.4 Potential hazards from aircraft accidents
use 1 12.5 Potential hazards from landfill and/or toxic waste sites
1 3.2 Use of large quantities of ground water
1 3.3 Wasteful use of ground water 13.0 AESTHETICS
1 3.4 Pollution of surface or ground water supplies 1 13.1 Obstruction to public or scenic vista or view
1 3.5 Reduction in ground water recharge 1 13.2 Creation of aesthetically offensive conditions
1 13.3 Removal of street trees or other valuable vegetation
4_0 PLANT LIFE 1 13.4 Architectural incompatibility with surrounding area
1 4.1 Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or
endangered species 14.0 HISTORICAL/ARCHAEOLOGICAL
1 4.2 Reduction in acreage of agricultural crop 1 14.1 Removal of historic building,disruption of archaeological
1 4.3 Premature or unnecessary conversion of prime site
agricultural land 1 14.2 Construction or activity incompatible with adjacent
historic site
5_0 ANIMAL LIFE
1 5.1 Reduction in the numbers of any rare, unique or 12.0 ENERGY
endangered species 1 15.1 Use of substantial amounts of energy or fuel
1 5.2 Deterioration or displacement of valuable wildlife habitat 1 15.2 Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of
energy
1 6_0 HUMAN HEALTH 1 15.3 Wasteful use of energy
7_0 NOISE
1 7.1 Increases in existing noise levels EXPLANATION OF RATINGS
1 7.2 Exposure to high noise levels
"0" Insufficient Information
8_0 LIGHT AND GLARE Insufficient information is available to determine the potential
1 8.1 Production of glare which will adversely affect residential environmental effects which may result from the proposed
areas project in thiscategory. _
1 8.2 Exposure of residences to high levels of glare
Al" No Significant Environmental Effect
9_0 LAND USE The proposed project will not have an adverse environmenta
1 9.1 Incompatibility with adopted plans and policies effect in this category, or any such effect is not substantially
1 9.2 Acceleration of growth rate unusual or of undesirable magnitude. This rating is alsc
1 9.3 Induces unplanned growth utilized in cases where the category is not applicable to the
1 9.4 Adverse change in existing or planned area particular project under consideration.
characteristics
A2" Moderate Environmental Effect
10.0 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION The proposed project will have an adverse environmenta
1 10.1 Generation of vehicle traffic sufficient to cause capacity effect in this category,which is of sufficient magnitude to be o
deficiencies on existing street system specific concern. However, this effect is not substantia
1 10.2 Cumulative increase in traffic on a major street for which enough in itself to require the preparation of an Environmenta
capacity deficiencies are projected Impact Report, and is mitigable through project changes ani:
1 10.3 Specific traffic hazard to motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians conditions.
1 10.4 Routing of non-residential traffic through residential area
1 10.5 Insufficient or poorly located parking A3" Significant Adverse Environmental Effec
1 10.6 Substantial increase in rail and/or air traffic The environmental effect identified in this categor
substantiates in itself or contributes towards a finding that the
proposed project has a potentially significant adverse effect of
the environment sufficient to require the preparation of ai
Environmental Impact Report.