HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC-1023-20 (ARCH-0755-2019 -- 650 Tank Farm Rd.)RESOLUTION NO. 1023-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING COMMISSION
APPROVING THE DEVELOPMETN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
OF A MIXED -USE DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING A CONSISTENCY
DETERMINATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AS
REPRESENTED IN THE PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT
AND ATTACHMENTS DATED OCTOBER 14, 2020
(650 TANK FARM ROAD FILE #ARCH-0755-2019)
WHEREAS, the Tree Committee of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a web based
public hearing on August 10, 2020 and recommended approving the proposed tree removal and
replanting plan associated with an architectural review application ARCH-0755-2019, Agera
Grove Investments, LLC, applicant, with the addition of specific conditions of approval; and
WHEREAS, the Architectural Review Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo
conducted a public hearing via teleconference, per the Governor's Executive Order N-29-20 issued
on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19
pandemic, on August 17, 2020 for the purpose of reviewing an architectural review application
ARCH-0755-2019, Agera Grove Investments, LLC, applicant and recommended approving the
design with direction regarding variation of the rear elevations of Buildings A and F; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a public
hearing via teleconference, per the Governor's Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17,
2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, on
October 14, 2020 for the purpose of reviewing an architectural review application ARCH-0755-
2019, Agera Grove Investments, LLC, applicant, for a mixed -use development project and
including an exception to the third -floor setback requirement; and
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearing were made at the time and in the manner
required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has duly considered all evidence, including the
testimony of the applicant, interested parties, and the evaluation and recommendations by staff,
presented at said hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
San Luis Obispo as follows:
Section 1. Findings. Based upon all the evidence, the Commission hereby grants final
approval to the project (ARCH-0755-2019), based on the following findings:
1. The project will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and welfare of persons living or
working at the site or in the vicinity because the project will be compatible with site
constraints and the scale and character envisioned for the site per Section 4.2.2 of the
Airport Area Specific Plan which states that "The redevelopment of the site of the Hidden
Hills Mobilodge Mobile Home Park and recreational vehicle storage at 650 Tank Farm
Road shall be limited to a commercial and residential mixed -use development with a
predominantly residential component."
2. The project is consistent with the Housing Element because the project provides a variety
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of residential types, sizes, and styles of dwellings (HE 5.4). The project supports Housing
Element policies related to inclusion and expansion of affordable housing units within the
City (HE 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 7.1, 7.2, and 8.1).
3. The project is consistent with the Airport Area Specific Plan because the project is
consistent with policy direction for the area included in the General Plan, and in particular
with the following General Plan policies: Policy LUE Policy 1.5 Jobs/Housing
Relationship, because the provides additional housing opportunities at a location close to
major employers and multimodal transportation facilities; LUE Policy 2.2.6 and 2.2.7,
which promote quality neighborhoods and infill development, because the project is
located within walking distance to nearby employers as well as retail uses and other
services of the Marigold Shopping Center; and Circulation Element policies 3.1.7 Transit
Service Access, 4.1.1 Bicycle Use, and 5.1.2 Sidewalks and Paths, because SLO Transit
Routes 1 and 3 provide service to the project site area and because the project would
provide improvements to bicyclist and pedestrian facilities in the project area.
4. The design of the project is consistent with the Community Design standards of the Airport
Area. Specific Plan and incorporates articulation, massing, and a mix of color/finish
materials that are compatible with the neighborhood and complementary to other
development within the immediate vicinity.
5. The project design is consistent with the Community Design Guidelines by providing a
variety of architectural treatments that add visual interest and articulation to the building
design that complements the design and scale of the existing structures in the
surrounding neighborhood (CDG, Chapter 5.4).
U. iiic piojcct is consistent with the Zoning Regulations for Mixed -Use Projects (Section
17.08.072), since the proposed building design complies with design and performance
standards for mixed -use development and is consistent with all property development
standards including height, coverage, and setbacks for the Commercial Retail (C-R) zone.
Section 2. Environmental Review. An Initial Study (IS) was prepared in accordance with
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to evaluate the potential environmental effects
of the Airport Area Specific Plan Amendment, General Plan Amendment, Conversion Impact
Report, rezone, and conceptual mixed -used project. A Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was
adopted by the City Council on February 5, 2019. The proposed mixed -used project is consistent
with the conceptual mixed -used project evaluated in the adopted MND because the MND reviewed
17,500 square feet of commercial space and 249 residential units. The MND also evaluated the
development of 19 three-story buildings, laid out in a conceptual site plan similar to the site plan
submitted with this application. All mitigation measures from the MND would be applied to this
project. No further CEQA analysis is required.
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Air- Quay[ f Mitigatioo
Mitigation Measure AQ-1(a). The applicant shall define and incorporate into project design the
following emissions reduction measures to ensure daily ozone precursor emissions would not
exceed the SLOAPCD 25 lbs/day threshold:
Use low-VOC architectural coatings for both interior and exterior surfaces on all
buildings.
Use water -based or low-VOC cleaning products.
Provide and require the use of battery powered or electric landscape maintenance
equipment for new development.
In addition, to comply with SLOAPCD guidelines for operational eml ss l Ons mitigation, the
applicant shall define and incorporate into project design at least four of the following standard
emission reduction measures from the SLOAPCD CEQA Air Quality Handbook (Table 3-5):
• Provide a pedestrian friendly and interconnected streetscape with good access to/from
the development for pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users to make alternative
transportation more convenient, comfortable, and safe.
• Provide shade over 50% of parking spaces to reduce evaporative emissions from
parked vehicles.
• Incorporate traffic calming modification into project roads to reduce vehicle speeds
and increase pedestrian and bicycle usage and safety.
• Work with SLOCOG to create, improve, or expand a nearby'Park and Ride' lot with
car parking and bike lockers in proportion to the size of the project.
• Implement on -site circulation design elements in parking lots to reduce vehicle
queuing and improve the pedestrian environment.
• Provide employee lockers and showers to promote bicycle and pedestrian use. One
shower and 5 lockers for every 25 employees is recommended.
• Exceed Cal Green standards by 25% for providing on -site bicycle parking: both short
term racks and long-term lockers, or a locked room with standard racks and access
limited to bicyclists only.
• Provide improved public transit amenities (covered transit turnouts, direct
pedestrian access, bicycle racks, covered bench, smart signage, route information
displays, lighting, etc.)
• Provide bicycle -share program for development.
• Provide neighborhood electric vehicles/car-share program for the development.
• Provide dedicated parking for carpools, vanpools, and/or high -efficiency vehicles to
meet or exceed Cal Green Tier 2.
• Provide vanpool, shuttle, mini bus service (alternative fueled preferred).
• Provide child care facility on site.
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• Implement programs to reduce employee vehicle miles traveled (e.g. incentives, SLO
Regional Rideshare trip reduction program, vanpools, onsite employee housing,
alternative schedules (e.g. 9-80s, 4-1 Os, telecommuting, satellite work sites etc.).
• Provide a lunchtime shuttle to reduce single occupant vehicle trips and/or coordinate
regular food truck visits.
• Provide free -access telework terminals and/or wi-fi access in multi -family projects.
• Meet or exceed Cal Green Tier 2 standards for providing EV charging infrastructure.
• Install 1 or more level 2 or better EV charging stations.
• Meet or exceed Cal Green Tier 2 standards for building energy efficiency.
• Design roof trusses to handle dead weight loads of standard solar -heated water and
photovoltaic panels.
Mitigation Measure AQ-1(b). The applicant shall implement the following dust control
measures so as to reduce PM10 emissions in accordance with SLOAPCD requirements.
• Reduce the amount of the disturbed area where possible;
• Water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used during construction in sufficient
quantities to prevent airborne dust from leaving the site. Increased watering
frequency shall be required whenever wind speeds exceed 15 mph. Reclaimed (non -
potable) water shall be used whenever possible;
• All dirt stock pile areas shall be sprayed daily as needed;
• Permanent dust control measures identified in the approved project revegetation and
landscape plans shall be implemented as soon as possible following completion of
any soil disturbing activities;
• Exposed ground areas that are planned to be reworked at dates greater than one
month after initial grading shall be sown with a fast germinating , non-invasive grass
seed and watered until vegetation is established;
• All disturbed soil areas not subject to revegetation shall be stabilized using approved
chemical soil binders, jute netting, or other methods approved in advance by the
SLOAPCD;
• All roadways, driveways, sidewalks, etc. to be paved shall be completed as soon as
possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are used;
• Vehicle speed for all construction vehicles shall not exceed 15 mph on any unpaved
surface at the construction site;
• All trucks hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials are to be covered or shall
maintain at least two feet of freeboard (minimum vertical distance between top of
load and top of trailer) in accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 23114;
• Install wheel washers where vehicles enter and exit unpaved roads onto streets, or
wash off trucks and equipment leaving the site;
• Sweep streets at the end of each day if visible soil material is carried onto adjacent
paved roads. Water sweepers with reclaimed water shall be used where feasible;
Mitigation Measure AQ-1(c). The following standard air quality mitigation measures shall be
implemented during construction activities at the project site:
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• Maintain all construction equipment in proper tune according to manufacturer's
specifications;
• Fuel all off -road and portable diesel -powered equipment with ARB certified motor
vehicle diesel fuel (non -taxed version suitable for use off -road);
• Use diesel construction equipment meeting ARB's Tier 2 certified engines or cleaner
off road heavy-duty diesel engines, and comply with the State Off -Road Regulation;
• Use on -road heavy-duty trucks that meet the ARB's 2007 or cleaner certification
standard for on -road heavy-duty diesel engines, and comply with the State On -Road
Regulation;
• Construction or trucking companies with fleets that do not have engines in their fleet
that meet the engine standards identified in the above two measures (e.g. captive or
NOx exempt area fleets) may be eligible by proving alternative compliance;
• All on and off -road diesel equipment shall not idle for more than 5 minutes. Signs
shall be posted in the designated queuing areas and or job sites to remind drivers and
operators of the 5-minute idling limit;
• Diesel idling within 1,000 feet of sensitive receptors is not permitted;
• Staging and queuing areas shall not be located within 1,000 feet of sensitive
receptors;
• Electrify equipment when feasible;
• Substitute gasoline -powered in place of diesel -powered equipment, where feasible;
and
• Use alternatively fueled construction equipment on -site where feasible, such as
compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane or biodiesel.
AQ-1, AQ-2, and AQ-3 Monitoring Program: The Community Development Department shall
verify compliance prior to issuance of grading or construction permits. The contractor or builder
shall designate a person or persons to monitor fugitive dust emissions as necessary during
construction to minimize dust complaints, reduce visible emissions below 20 percent opacity, and
to prevent transport of dust offsite. Their duties shall include holidays and weekend periods when
work may not be in progress. The name and telephone number of such persons shall be provided
to the SLOAPCD Compliance Division prior to the start of any grading, earthwork or demolition.
The Community Development Department shall site inspect to ensure construction activities are
completed in accordance with approved plans, and development is in accordance with approved
plans prior to occupancy clearance. Community Development staff shall verify installation of
operational emissions reduction measures in accordance with approved building plans.
BiolBizica1_Resources Mitigation
Mitigation Measure BI04(a). Prior to the start of vegetation management activities on the project
site, or prior to the start of any construction activity within potential off -site improvement areas,
the developer shall ensure an approved biologist conducts surveys for special status plant species
throughout suitable habitat. Surveys shall be conducted when plants with potential to occur are in
a phenological stage conducive to positive identification (i.e., usually during the blooming period
for the species), a qualified biologist shall conduct surveys for special status plant species
throughout suitable habitat within all potential vegetation management areas. Reference sites must
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be visited prior to botanical surveys to confirm target species are detectable. Valid
botanical surveys will be considered current for up to five years; if construction has not
commenced within five years of the most recent survey, botanical surveys must be repeated.
Mitigation Measure BI0-1(b). If special status plant species are discovered within the project site
or potential off -site improvement areas, an approved biologist shall flag and fence these locations
before construction activities start to avoid impacts. During vegetation management activities, any
special status plants identified during the survey must be flagged for avoidance.
Mitigation Measure BI04(c). If avoidance is not feasible; all impacts shall be mitigated at a
minimum ratio of 2:1 (number of acres or individuals restored to number of acres or individuals
impacted) for each species as a component of habitat restoration. A qualified biologist shall prepare
and submit a restoration plan to the City for approval. The approved Plan shall be implemented by
the applicant with the City verifying that the success criteria have been met. The restoration plan
shall include, at a minimum, the following components:
• Description of the project/impact site (i.e., location, responsible parties, areas to
be impacted by habitat type);
■ Goal(s) of the compensatory mitigation project [type(s) and area(s) of habitat to
be established, restored, enhanced, and/or preserved; specific functions and
values of habitat type(s) to be established, restored, enhanced, and/or preserved];
• Description of the proposed compensatory mitigation site (location and size,
ownership status, existing functions and values);
• Implementation plan for the compensatory mitigation site (rationale for expecting
implementation success, responsible parties, schedule, site preparation, planting
plan [including species to be used, container sizes, seeding rates, etc.]);
• Maintenance activities during the monitoring period, including weed removal and
irrigation as appropriate (activities, responsible parties, schedule);
• Monitoring plan for the compensatory mitigation site, including no less than
quarterly monitoring for the first year, along with performance standards, target
functions and values, target acreages to be established, restored, enhanced, and/or
preserved, and annual monitoring reports to be submitted to the City for a
minimum of five years at which time the applicant shall demonstrate that
performance standards/success criteria have been met;
■ Success criteria based on the goals and measurable objectives; said criteria to be,
at a minimum, at least 80% survival of container plants and 30% relative cover by
vegetation type;
• An adaptive management program and remedial measures to address any
shortcomings in meeting success criteria;
• Notification of completion of compensatory mitigation and agency confirmation;
and
• Contingency measures (initiating procedures, alternative locations for
contingency compensatory mitigation, funding mechanism).
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Mitigation Measure BI0-2(a). The following Best Management Practices (BMPs) shall be
implemented for project construction activities within the work area.
• No pets or firearms shall be allowed at the project site during construction activities.
• All trash that may attract predators must be properly contained and removed from the
work site. All such debris and waste shall be picked up daily and properly disposed of
at an appropriate site.
• All refueling, maintenance, and staging of equipment and vehicles shall occur at least
50 feet from defined edges of riparian and wetland vegetation, and Acacia Creek and
Orcutt Creek, and in a location where a spill would not drain toward aquatic habitat.
A plan must be in place for prompt and effective response to any accidental spills
prior to the onset of work activities. All workers shall be informed of the appropriate
measures to take should an accidental spill occur.
• Pallets or secondary containment areas for chemicals, drums, or bagged materials
shall be provided. Should material spills occur, materials and/or contaminants shall be
cleaned from the project site and recycled or disposed ofto the satisfaction of the
Regional Water Quality Control Board.
• Prior to construction activities within 30 feet of potentially jurisdictional features,
including Acacia Creek and Orcutt Creek, the drainage features shall be fenced with
orange construction fencing and signed to prohibit entry of construction equipment
and personnel unless authorized by the City. Fencing should be located a minimum of
30 feet from the edge of the riparian canopy or top of bank and shall be maintained
throughout the construction period for each phase of development. Once all phases of
construction in this area are complete, the fencing may be removed.
• Erosion control and landscaping specifications allow only natural -fiber,
biodegradable meshes and coir rolls, to prevent impacts to the environment and to
fish and terrestrial wildlife.
• All vehicles and equipment shall be in good working condition and free of leaks.
• Construction work shall be restricted to daylight hours (7:00 AM to 7:00 PM) to
avoid impacts to nocturnal and crepuscular (dawn and dusk activity period) species.
• Concrete truck and tool washout shall be limited to locations designated by a
qualified biologist or a Qualified Storm -water Practitioner such that no runoff will
reach Acacia Creek or Orcutt Creek.
• All open trenches shall be constructed with appropriate exit ramps to allow species
that accidentally fall into a trench to escape. Trenches will remain open for the
shortest period necessary to complete required work.
• No water will be impounded in a manner to attract sensitive species.
Mitigation Measure BI0-2(b). Prior to the initiation of construction activities (including staging
and mobilization), all personnel associated with project construction shall attend a Worker
Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP) training. The training shall be conducted by a
qualified biologist, to aid workers in recognizing special status resources that may occur in the
project area. The specifics of this program shall include identification of the sensitive species and
habitats, a description of the regulatory status and general ecological characteristics of sensitive
resources, and review of the limits of construction and avoidance measures required to reduce
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impacts to biological resources within the work area. A fact sheet conveying this information shall
also be prepared for distribution to all contractors, their employers, and other personnel involved
with construction of the project. All employees shall sign a form provided by the trainer
documenting they have attended the training.
Mitigation Measure BI0-2(c). The following shall be implemented to avoid and minimize
potential impacts to California Red -legged Frog.
• A pre -construction survey of the proposed disturbance footprint (within the project
site or potential off -site improvement areas) for California red -legged frog shall be
conducted by a qualified biologist within 48 hours prior to the start of project
construction to confirm this species is not present in the work area.
• In the event the pre -construction survey identifies the presence of individuals of
CRLF, or if individuals of these species are encountered during construction, then the
applicant shall stop work and comply with all relevant requirements of the Federal
Endangered Species Act prior to resuming project activities.
■ Only City- and USFWS-approved biologists shall participate in activities associated
with the capture, handling, and monitoring of CRLF.
• If activities occur between November 1 and April 30, the qualified biologist shall
conduct a pre -activity clearance sweep prior to start of project activities on the
morning following any rain events of 0.1 inch or greater.
Mitigation Measure BI0-2(d). A qualified biologist shall conduct a pre -construction survey
within 48 hours of initial ground disturbing activities associated with any off -site improvements,
including modifications to the existing crossing over Acacia Creek or the development of a new
crossing over Orcutt Creek. The survey area shall include any proposed disturbance area(s) and all
proposed ingress/egress routes. If any of these species are found and individuals may be injured
or killed by work activities, the biologist shall be allowed sufficient time to move them from the
project site before work activities begin. The biologist(s) shall relocate any coast range newts, two -
striped garter snakes, and/or western pond turtles the shortest distance possible to a location that
contains suitable habitat that is not likely to be affected by activities associated with the project.
Mitigation Measure BI0-2(e). The applicant shall implement the following to avoid and minimize
potential impacts to steelhead.
Construction associated with the widening of the existing crossing over Acacia
Creek shall be restricted to periods of dry weather from April 16 through October
31, and shall not be conducted within 48 hours after a rain event of 0.25 inch or
greater, or until an approved biologist confirms there is no longer a chance for
flowing water to enter the work area.
Widening of the existing crossing shall follow the design standards developed by
the City of San Luis Obispo and shall be developed in a manner that does not
impede wildlife movement.
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Mitigation Measure BI0-2(f). The following actions shall be undertaken to avoid and minimize
potential impacts to nesting birds:
For construction activities occurring during the nesting season (generally February 1
to September 15), surveys for nesting birds covered by the California Fish and Game
Code and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act no more than 14 days prior to vegetation
removal. The surveys shall include the disturbance area plus a 500-foot buffer around
the site. If active nests are located during the pre -construction survey or during
construction, all construction work shall be conducted outside a buffer zone from the
nest to be determined by the qualified biologist. The buffer shall be a minimum of 50
feet from the nest tree for non -raptor bird species and at least 300 feet from the nest
tree for raptor species. Larger buffers may be required depending upon the status of
the nest and the construction activities occurring in the vicinity of the nest. The buffer
area(s) shall be closed to all construction personnel and equipment until the adults
and young are no longer reliant on the nest site. A qualified biologist shall confirm
that breeding/nesting is completed and young have fledged the nest prior to removal
of the buffer.
To account for most nesting birds, removal of vegetation within suitable nesting bird
habitats should be scheduled to occur in the fall and winter (between September 16
and January 31), and after the young have fledged.
If a suspected American bald eagle nest is discovered during the pre -construction
survey, then the applicant shall consult with the City, USFWS, and CDFW regarding
appropriate nest buffers and nest monitoring. If a nest is discovered with construction
underway, a no activity buffer a minimum of 660 feet from the nest must be
implemented, or as otherwise directed by CDFW and USFWS, until appropriate
authorizations are obtained. Any subsequent buffer adjustments shall be made in
consultation with the City, CDFW and USFWS and shall rely on monitoring
observations and activity at the site. Additional avoidance measures for special status
bird nests such as American bald eagle nests are often required, and would be
developed in consultation with the City, CDFW and USFWS.
The Worker Environmental Awareness Program (Mitigation Measure BIO-2[b]) shall
provide good housekeeping practices of equipment and materials that discourage
nests being established within the construction area.
Mitigation Measure BI0-2(g). The following actions shall be undertaken to avoid and minimize
potential impacts to roosting bats:
Prior to issuance of grading permits, a qualified biologist shall conduct a survey of
existing structures within the project site to determine if roosting bats are present. The
survey shall be conducted during the non -breeding season (November through
March). The biologist shall have access to all interior attics, as needed. If a colony of
bats is found roosting in any structure, further surveys shall be conducted sufficient to
determine the species present and the type of roost (day, night, maternity, etc.) If the
bats are not part of an active maternity colony, passive exclusion measures may be
implemented, in close coordination with CDFW. These exclusion measures must
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include one-way valves that allow bats to exit the structure but are designed so that
the bats may not re-enter the structure.
If a bat colony is excluded from the project site, appropriate alternate bat habitat as
determined by a qualified biologist shall be installed on the project site or at an
approved location offsite.
Prior to removal of any trees, a survey shall be conducted by a qualified biologist to
determine if any of the trees proposed for removal or trimming harbor sensitive bat
species or maternal bat colonies. If a non -maternal roost is found, the qualified
biologist, in close coordination with CDFW shall install one-way valves or other
appropriate passive relocation method. For each occupied roost removed, one bat box
or alternate roost structure shall be installed in similar habitat and should have similar
cavity or crevices properties to those which are removed, including access,
ventilation, dimensions, height above ground, and thermal conditions. Maternal bat
colonies may not be disturbed.
BI0-1(a) to BI0-2(g) Monitoring Program: The Environmental Monitor shall monitor
environmental compliance of the construction activities throughout the construction period or as
stipulated in the species- or resource -specific mitigation measure and provide monitoring reports
to the City.
Mitigation Mcasurc BI0-3. Temporary impact areas shall he restored at a one to one (1:1) ratio
(one acre of restoration for each acre of impact) to offset temporary losses in wetland, stream, or
riparian function. Permanent impacts on jurisdictional areas shall be offset through creation,
restoration, and/or enhancement of in -kind habitats at a minimum ratio of 2:1. Permitting agencies
(CDFW, USACE, RWQCB) may require a higher mitigation ratio associated with applicable
permits. Furthermore, non-native invasive plants in temporarily -disturbed areas within riparian
and wetland habitats and within City's 35-foot creek setback from Orcutt Creek and Acacia Creek
shall be removed, and such areas shall be revegetated using native plants. Any restoration efforts
shall include an invasive plant removal element.
A Mitigation and Monitoring Plan is required to outline the approach that will be taken for
restoration and habitat creation or enhancement. Once approved, the applicant will be responsible
for Plan implementation, and the City will verify success of the Plan. The Plan shall be prepared
by a qualified restoration ecologist. The plan shall include, but not be limited to the following
components:
• Description of the project/impact site,
• Goal(s) of the compensatory mitigation,
• Description of the proposed compensatory mitigation -site,
• Implementation plan for the compensatory mitigation -site ,
• Maintenance activities during the monitoring period,
• Monitoring plan for the compensatory mitigation -site,
• Success criteria and performance standards,
• Reporting requirements, and
• Contingency measures and funding mechanisms.
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BI0-3 Monitoring Plan: The Environmental Monitor shall monitor environmental compliance of
the construction activities throughout the construction period or as stipulated in the Mitigation and
Monitoring Plan and provide monitoring reports to the City.
Cultural Resources Miti ation
Mitigation Measure CR-2(a). In accordance with the City's Conservation and Open Space
Policies 3.5.6 and 3.5.7, a qualified principal investigator, defined as an archaeologist who meets
the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for professional archaeology (hereafter qualified
archaeologist), shall be retained to carry out all mitigation measures related to archaeological
resources.
Monitoring shall involve inspection of subsurface construction disturbance in the immediate
vicinity of known sites, or at locations that may harbor buried resources that were not identified
on the site surface. A Native American monitor shall also be present because the area is a
culturally -sensitive location. The monitor(s) shall be on -site on a full-time basis during
earthmoving activities, including grading, trenching, vegetation removal, or other excavation
activities.
Mitigation Measure CR-2(b). If cultural resources are encountered during ground -disturbing
activities, work in the immediate area must halt and an archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the
Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for archaeology (NPS 1983) shall be contacted
immediately to evaluate the find. If the discovery proves to be significant under CEQA, additional
work such as data recovery excavation and Native American consultation may be warranted to
mitigate any significant impacts.
Mitigation Measure CR-2(c). If cultural resources are encountered during ground -disturbing
activities, an extended phase I (XPI) testing program, utilizing standard shovel test pits and/or hand
auguring at arbitrary levels, shall be conducted in the vicinity of the encounter. If the XPI program
identifies subsurface deposits, a Phase II evaluation program shall be prepared to determine
whether development would significantly impact identified resources.
If the Phase II evaluation program identifies identified resources as significant, a Phase III data
recovery program shall be prepared and implemented. The purpose of the Phase III data recovery
program is to recover, analyze, interpret, report, curate, and preserve archaeological data that
would otherwise be destroyed.
The testing and evaluation programs shall be prepared by a qualified archaeologist, and shall be
submitted for review and approval by the City. The qualified archaeologist shall monitor
compliance with testing and evaluation program requirements during implementation of the testing
and evaluation programs.
CR-2(a, band c) Monitoring Plan: The City shall confirm the qualifications of and approve the
applicant's choice of a qualified archaeologist. The City shall inspect the site periodically during
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grading and demolition to ensure compliance with this measure. The City shall review construction
plans and periodically inspect project construction to ensure compliance with these measures.
Mitigation Measure CR-3(a). Prior to the commencement of ground disturbing activities under
the project that are greater than six feet in depth, a qualified professional paleontologist shall be
retained to conduct paleontological monitoring during project ground disturbing activities. The
Qualified Paleontologist (Principal Paleontologist) shall have at least a Master's Degree or
equivalent work experience in paleontology, shall have knowledge of the local paleontology, and
shall be familiar with paleontological procedures and techniques.
Ground disturbing construction activities (including grading, trenching, drilling with an auger
greater than 3 feet in diameter, and other excavation) within previously undisturbed sediments at
depths greater than six feet shall be monitored on a full-time basis. Monitoring shall be supervised
by the Qualified Paleontologist and shall be conducted by a qualified paleontological monitor, who
is defined as an individual who meets the minimum qualifications per standards set forth by the
SVP (2010), which includes a B.S. or B.A. degree in geology or paleontology with one year of
monitoring experience and knowledge of collection and salvage of paleontological resources.
The duration and timing of the monitoring shall be determined by the Qualified Paleontologist. If
the Qualified Paleontologist determines that full-time monitoring is no longer warranted, he or she
may recommend reducing monitoring to periodic spot-checking or cease entirely. Monitoring
would be reinstated if any new ground disturbances are required and reduction or suspension
would need to be reconsidered by the Qualified Paleontologist. Ground -disturbing activity that
does not exceed six feet in depth within Quaternary alluvium would not require paleontological
monitoring.
Mitigation lvieasure CR-3(b). in the event that a paieontoiogicai resource is discovered, the
monitor shall have the authority to temporarily divert the construction equipment around the find
until it is assessed for scientific significance and collected. Once salvaged, significant fossils shall
be identified to the lowest possible taxonomic level, prepared to a curation-ready condition, and
curated in a scientific institution with a permanent paleontological collection along with all
pertinent field notes, photos, data, and maps. Curation fees are assessed by the repository, and are
the responsibility of the project owner.
Mitigation Measure CR-3(c). At the conclusion of laboratory work and museum curation, a final
report shall be prepared describing the results of the paleontological mitigation monitoring efforts
associated with the project. The report shall include a summary of the field and laboratory methods,
an overview of the project geology and paleontology, a list of taxa recovered (if any), an analysis
of fossils recovered (if any) and their scientific significance, and recommendations. The report
shall be submitted to the lead agency(s) for the project. If the monitoring efforts produced fossils,
then a copy of the report shall also be submitted to the designated museum repository.
CR-3 (a, b, and c) Monitoring Plan. Prior to initial ground disturbance, the City shall confirm
the qualifications of and approve the applicant's choice of the qualified paleontologist. The City
shall inspect the site periodically during grading and demolition to ensure compliance with this
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measure. The City shall review construction plans and periodically inspect project construction to
ensure compliance with these measures. The City shall review and approval the Final
Paleontological Monitoring Report.
Geolou and Soils Miti ation
Mitigation Measure GEO-1. A geotechnical study shall be prepared for the project site prior to
site development. This report shall include an analysis of the liquefaction potential of the
underlying materials according to the most current liquefaction analysis procedures. If the site is
confirmed to be in an area prone to seismically -induced liquefaction, appropriate techniques to
minimize liquefaction potential shall be prescribed and implemented. In addition to a liquefaction
analysis, the Geotechnical Study shall include an evaluation of the potential for soil settlement and
soil expansion beneath the project site. All on -site structures shall comply with applicable methods
of State and Local Building Codes.
Future development of the site shall incorporate all applicable engineering requirements and
recommendations as presented in the Geotechnical Study. Suitable measures to reduce
liquefaction, settlement, and soil expansion impacts may include one or more of the following
techniques , as determined by a registered geotechnical engineer:
• Specialized design of foundations by a structural engineer;
• Removal or treatment of liquefiable soils to reduce the potential for liquefaction;
• In -situ densification of soils or other alterations to the ground characteristics; or
• Other alterations to the ground characteristics.
• Excavation and re -compaction of on -site or imported soils;
• Treatment of existing soils by mixing a chemical grout into the soils prior to re -
compaction; or
• Foundation design that can accommodate certain amounts of differential settlement
such as post tensional slab and/or ribbed foundations designed in accordance with the
California Building Code.
GEO-1 Monitoring Plan. The Community Development Department shall verify compliance
prior to issuance of grading permits. The Community Development Department shall site inspect
to ensure development is in accordance with approved plans prior to occupancy clearance.
Community Development staff shall verify installation in accordance with approved building
plans.
Hydrolozy and Water Ouaiity Mitigation
Mitigation Measure HYD-1. The applicant shall prepare the conditional letter of map revision
(CLOMR) application and obtain an official letter of map revision (LOMR) from FEMA.
HYD-1 Monitoring Plan. The City will confirm that FEMA has approved the CLOMR prior to
issuance of a grading permit, and LOMR prior to issuance of a building permit.
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Noise Mitigation
Mitigation Measure N-1. Within 150 feet, the project site developer shall implement the
following measures, or similar combination of measures, which demonstrate that interior
residential noise levels in residences exposed to Tank Farm Road would be reduced to the City's
45 dBA CNEL interior noise standard. Furthermore, as shown conceptually, final building design
and location of buildings shall collectively provide an effective attenuation shield from Tank Farm
road noise for active outdoor areas within the development with the intent to achieve 60 dBA
CNEL or less at a distance of 250 feet from the centerline of Tank Farm Road. Interior noise
reduction shall be achieved through a combination of standard interior noise reduction techniques,
which may include (but are not limited to):
• In order for windows and doors to remain closed, mechanical ventilation such as air
conditioning shall be provided for all units exposed to Tank Farm Road (passive
ventilation may be provided, if mechanical ventilation is not necessary to achieve
interior noise standards, as demonstrated by a qualified acoustical consultant).
• All exterior walls shall be constructed with a minimum STC rating of 50.
• All windows and glass doors shall be rated STC 39 or higher such that the noise
reduction provided will satisfy the interior noise standard of 45 dBA CNEL.
• An acoustical test report of all the sound -rated windows and doors shall be provided
to the City for review by a qualified acoustical consultant to ensure that the selected
windows and doors in combination with wall assemblies would reduce interior noise
levels sufficiently to meet the City's interior noise standard.
• All vent ducts connecting interior spaces to the exterior (i.e., bathroom exhaust, etc.)
shall have at least two 90 degree turns in the duct.
• All windows and doors exposed to Tank Farm Road shall be installed in an
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acoustically effective manner. Sliding window panels shall form an air -tight sea!
when in the closed position and the window frames shall be caulked to the wall
opening around the perimeter with a non -hardening caulking compound to prevent
sound infiltration. Exterior doors shall seal air -tight around the full perimeter when in
the closed position.
• The applicant shall submit a report to the Community Development Department by a
qualified acoustical consultant certifying that the specific interior noise reduction
techniques included in residential, hotel, and office components of the project would
achieve interior noise levels that would not exceed 45 dBA CNEL.
N-1 Monitoring Plan. The Community Development Department shall verify compliance prior
to approval of the building plans and shall verify installation in accordance with approved building
plans.
Mitigation Measure N-2(a). For all construction activity at the project site that exceeds 60 dBA
at the property line with the existing residence to the southeast, the following noise attenuation
techniques shall be employed to ensure that noise levels are maintained within levels allowed by
the City of San Luis Obispo Municipal Code, Title 9, Chapter 9.12 (Noise Control). Such
techniques shall include:
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• Sound blankets on noise -generating equipment.
• Stationary construction equipment that generates noise levels above 60 dBA at the
project boundaries shall be shielded with barriers that meet a sound transmission class
(a rating of how well noise barriers attenuate sound) of 25.
• All diesel equipment shall be operated with closed engine doors and shall be
equipped with factory -recommended mufflers.
• For stationary equipment, the applicant shall designate equipment areas with
appropriate acoustic shielding on building and grading plans. Equipment and
shielding shall be installed prior to construction and remain in the designated location
throughout construction activities.
• Electrical power shall be used to power air compressors and similar power tools.
• The movement of construction -related vehicles, with the exception of passenger
vehicles, along roadways adjacent to sensitive receptors shall be limited to the hours
between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. No movement of heavy
equipment shall occur on Sundays or official holidays (e.g., Thanksgiving, Labor
Day).
• As needed, temporary sound barriers shall be constructed between the construction
site and the single-family residence to the southeast.
Mitigation Measure N-2(b). The contractor shall inform the property owner of the single-family
residence to the southeast of the project site of proposed construction timelines and noise
complaint procedures to minimize potential annoyance related to construction noise. Proof of
mailing the notice shall be provided to the Community Development Department before the City
issues a zoning clearance. Signs shall be in place before beginning of and throughout grading and
construction activities. Noise -related complaints shall be directed to the City's Community
Development Department.
Plan Requirements and Timing. Construction plans shall note construction hours, truck routes,
and construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) and shall be submitted to the City for
approval prior to grading and building permit issuance for each project phase. BMPs shall be
identified and described for submittal to the City for review and approval prior to building or
grading permit issuance. BMPs shall be adhered to for the duration of the project. The applicant
shall provide and post signs stating these restrictions at construction site entries. Signs shall be
posted prior to commencement of construction and maintained throughout construction. Schedule
and neighboring property owner notification mailing list shall be submitted 10 days prior to
initiation of any earth movement. The Community Development department shall confirm that
construction noise reduction measures are incorporated in plans prior to approval of
grading/building permit issuance.
All construction workers shall be briefed at a pre -construction meeting on construction hour
limitations and how, why, and where BMP measures are to be implemented. A workday
schedule will be adhered to for the duration of construction for all phases.
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N-2(a and b) Monitoring Plan. City staff shall ensure compliance throughout all construction
phases. Building inspectors and permit compliance staff shall periodically inspect the site for
compliance with activity schedules and respond to complaints.
Transportation and Traffic Mitigation
Mitigation Measure T-1. The project applicant shall pay fair share costs for required intersection
improvements to address the project's identified queueing impact at the Broad Street/Tank Farm
Road intersection. Required intersection improvements include:
• Broad Streel/Tank Farm Road: Re -stripe the existing cross -sectional width to provide
a second southbound left tum lane.
Alternatively, the identified queueing impact at the Broad Street/Tank Farm Road intersection
would be eliminated if the applicant provides a vehicular connection to the adjacent site to the east,
which would allow use of the traffic signal way at Industrial Way.
T-1 Monitoring Plan. The City shall verify payment of fair share costs (or inclusion of a vehicular
connection to the adjacent site to the east on project site plans) upon acceptance by the City of
final design plans.
Mitigation Measure T-2. The project applicant shall pay fair share costs for required intersection
and segment improvements to address the project's contribution to identified cumulative
intersection and segment level of service and queueing impacts. Required intersection
improvements include:
• Tank Farm Road/South riiguera Street: Install a second southbound left turn lane.
• Tank Farm Road/Santa Fe Road: Install a multi -lane roundabout.
• Broad Street/Industrial Way: Convert the east and west approaches from split phasing
to permissive phasing and restripe both approaches to provide dedicated left turn
lanes and shared through/right turn lanes.
• Broad Street/Tank Farm Road: Add a second southbound left turn lane, add a
dedicated northbound right tum lane, convert the westbound right tum lane to a
shared through/right lane, and establish time -of -day timing plans.
Required segment improvements include:
• Tank Farm Road from Old Windmill Lane to Santa Fe Road: Roadway widening.
T-2 Monitoring Plan. The City shall verify payment of fair share costs upon acceptance by the
City of final design plans and in accordance with the timing of improvements.
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Utilities and Service Systems I17itiatio€€
Mitigation Measure UT-1. Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall define and
incorporate into the project design an Inflow and Infiltration reduction strategy consistent with the
City's Wastewater Infrastructure Renewal Strategy. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy,
the developer shall be required to implement, and demonstrate off -site sewer rehabilitation that
results in quantifiable inflow and infiltration reduction in the City's wastewater collection system
in sub -basin Al, A2, A3, A4, B.2 or B.3 in an amount equal to offset the project's wastewater flow
increase. This may be satisfied by one of the following:
Sufficient reductions in wastewater flow within sub -basins Al, A2, A3, A4, B.2 or
B.3, commensurate with the additional wastewater flow contributed by the project, to
be achieved by the verified replacement of compromised private sewer laterals, or
public sewer mains, either by the developer, or any property owner located within
said basins; or
Participation in a sewer lateral replacement program, or similar inflow and infiltration
reduction program to be developed by City if program is in place prior to issuance of
certificate of occupancy; or any other off -site sewer rehabilitation proposed by the
developer and approved by the Utilities Director, which will achieve a reduction in
wastewater flow commensurate with the additional wastewater flow contributed by
the project. The final selection of the inflow and infiltration reduction project will be
approved by the Utilities Director.
UT-1 Monitoring Plan. The Community Development Department shall verify compliance prior
to issuance of grading permits.
Mitigation Measure UT-2. Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall define and
incorporate into the project design water reduction measures consistent with the City's Recycled
Water Master Plan. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the developer shall be required
to implement, and demonstrate water offsets that result in quantifiable water demand reductions
in the City's potable water distribution system with an amount equal to offset the project's water
flow increase. This may be satisfied by one of the following:
Sufficient reductions in potable water demands, commensurate with the additional
water demands contributed by the project, to be achieved by verified conversions of
existing irrigation system from potable water to recycled water systems located
within the City's potable water distribution system;
Participation in the construction of new mains for the recycled water transmission
system; or construction of any other recycled water main proposed by the developer
and approved by the Utilities Director, which will achieve a reduction in potable
water demands commensurate with the additional water demands contributed by the
project.
UT-2 Monitoring Plan. The Community Development Department shall verify compliance prior
to issuance of grading permits.
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Section 3. Action. The project conditions of approval do not include mandatory code
requirements. Code compliance will be verified during the plan check process, which may include
additional requirements applicable to the project. The Planning Commission does hereby grant
final approval of the architectural review application ARCH-0755-2019 for a mixed -use
development project and exception to third -floor setback requirement located at 650 Tank Farm
Road, subject to the following conditions:
Planning Division — Community Development Department
1. Final project design and construction drawings submitted for a building permit shall be
in substantial compliance with the project plans approved by the ARC. A separate, full-
size sheet shall be included in working drawings submitted for a building permit that
lists all conditions of project approvals listed as sheet number 2.
2. Reference shall be made in the margin of listed items as to where in plans requirements
arc addressed. Any change to approved design, colors, materials, landscaping, or other
conditions of approval must be approved by the Director or Architectural Review
Commission, as deemed appropriate.
3. Plans submitted for a building permit shall call out the colors and materials of all
proposed building surfaces and other improvements. Colors and materials shall be
consistent with the color and material board submitted with Architectural Review
application.
4. The locations of all lighting, including bollard style landscaping or path/parking
lighting, shall be included • in plans submitted for a building permit. All wall -mounted
lighting fixtures shall be cieariy called out on building elevations included as part of
working drawings. Any wall mounted lighting installed above the first floor on the
exterior elevations shall be minimal and consider its impact on the surrounding
neighborhood. All wall -mounted lighting shall complement building architecture,
subject to the approval of the Community Development Director. The lighting schedule
for the building shall include a graphic representation of the proposed lighting fixtures
and cut -sheets on the submitted building plans. The selected fixture(s) shall be shielded
to ensure that light is directed downward consistent with the requirements of the City's
Night Sky Preservation standards contained in Chapter 17.70.100 of the Zoning
Regulations.
5. Plans submitted for a building permit shall include window details indicating the type
of materials for the window frames and mullions, their dimensions, and colors. Plans
shall include the materials and dimensions of all lintels, sills, surrounds recesses and
other related window features. Plans shall demonstrate the use of high -quality materials
for the windows that reflect the architectural style of the project and are compatible
with the neighborhood character, to the approval of the Community Development
Director.
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6. Plans submitted for a building permit shall include balcony railing details indicating
the type of materials, picket details, dimensions and colors. Plans shall demonstrate the
use of high -quality materials for the railings that reflect the architectural style of the
project and are compatible with the neighborhood character, to the approval of the
Community Development Director.
7. Plans submitted for a building permit shall include all trim, awning and trellis details
indicating the type of materials, dimensions and colors. Plans shall demonstrate the use
of high -quality materials that reflect the architectural style of the project and are
compatible with the neighborhood character, to the approval of the Community
Development Director.
8. Mechanical and electrical equipment shall be located internally. With submittal of
working drawings, the applicant shall include sectional views of the building, which
clearly show the sizes of any proposed condensers and other mechanical equipment. If
any condensers or other mechanical equipment is to be placed on the roof, plans
submitted for a building permit shall confirm that parapets and other roof features will
adequately screen them. A line -of -sight diagram may be required to confirm that
proposed screening will be adequate. This condition applies to initial construction and
later improvements.
9. A final landscaping plan, including all irrigation details, shall be submitted to the
Community Development Department along with working drawings. The legend for
the landscaping plan shall include the sizes and species of all groundcovers, shrubs,
and trees with corresponding symbols for each plant material showing their specific
locations on plans.
10. The applicant shall provide a final landscaping plan that includes the following:
a. 24-inch box size replacement trees,
b. 36-inch box size replacement trees for focal point trees,
c. Olive trees shall be Swan Hill fruitless variety, and
d. To the extent feasible trees, along the boundary of Damon Garcia and the
eastern edge of the Lazy Acres RV storage area be retained.
11. The location of any required backflow preventer and double-check assembly shall be
shown on all site plans submitted for a building permit, including the landscaping plan.
Construction plans shall also include a scaled diagram of the equipment proposed.
Where possible, as determined by the Utilities Director, equipment shall be located
inside the building within 20 feet of the front property line. Where this is not possible,
as determined by the Utilities Director, the back -flow preventer and double-check
assembly shall be located in the street yard and screened using a combination of paint
color, landscaping and, if deemed appropriate by the Community Development
Director, a low wall. The size and configuration of such equipment shall be subject to
review and approval by the Utilities and Community Development Directors.
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12. The location of any required transformer shall be shown on the site plans submitted for
a building permit and shall be notched into the building or screened to the satisfaction
of the Community Development Director.
13. The project shall comply with conditions outlined in City Council Resolution No.
10980 (2019 Series), including:
a. The 13 remaining tenants of the Hidden Hills Mobilodge Mobile Home Park
shall be given right of first refusal for the affordable housing units, and should
any of these former tenants not be qualified for the affordable housing units,
they shall be given right of first refusal for the first available non restricted
housing units.
b. The applicant shall provide relocation assistance to the thirteen resident tenants
who are currently renting mobile homes on the project site, as and to the extent
specified in Chapter 5.45, Section 5.45.080.B.4. of the San Luis Obispo
Municipal Code, which provides as follows: "The expense of assuming tenancy
in comparable housing. Assistance with these expenses shall be available to
resident tenants. The amount of such payment shall be based upon consideration
of (a) moving costs; (b) first month's rent, last month's rent, and security deposit
at the replacement housing; and (c) for lower, very low, and extremely low
income residents, the differential between the rental rate at the mobile home
park being converted and the replacement housing during the first year of
relocation." For the original four resident tenants, such relocation assistance
shall be provided to each tenant until the project is complete or units are
available within the project, whichever is later, but not to exceed three years
from the date of termination of tenancy for each of the four tenants. The
Community Development Director shaii determine whether the housing
accommodation is "comparable housing" considering such factors as
availability, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, condition, location and
amenities.
14. The applicant shall provide a revised Site Plan and Floor Plans that provide as many
long-term bicycle parking spaces for upper floor units on a ground level location as
possible. Ground level long-term bicycle parking shall be located throughout the site,
within a reasonable distance to each residential building (other than the townhome
buildings), and shall be able to accommodate E-bikes (e.g. charging facilities, racks,
etc.) to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. Floor Plans for
ground level units shall clearly demonstrate adequate in -unit space for bicycle storage.
15. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall record an agreement, in a form
subject to the approval of the City Attorney, ensuring that the project includes 39 deed
restricted affordable housing units: 13 very low, 6 low and 20 moderate income
households. The affordable housing units shall be of similar size to the market rate units
and dispersed throughout the project, unless the units are constructed by a non-profit
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affordable housing organization. The affordable housing units shall be constructed at
the same time, or before, the market units are constructed.
Engineering Diyi.s_ion — Public WorkslCommunily Development
16. The development project plans shall be consistent with the tentative map and any
subsequent conditions of approval related to Vesting Tentative Parcel Map SLO 19-
0109 (SBDV-0261-2020).
17. The public improvements related to this development shall be approved or substantially
approved to the satisfaction of the Public Works and Community Development
Departments prior to building permit issuance for the development project.
18. Final roadway alignment shall be consistent with the AASP, Bike Plan, and City
Engineering Standards except where the applicant has requested and been granted a
formal design exception.
19. The project shall include the installation of public street lighting and all associated
facilities including but not limited to conduits, sidewalk vaults, fusing, wiring and
luminaires along all public streets and intersections per City Engineering Standards.
20. A separate improvement plan application, review fee, and inspection fee will be
required in accordance with the Engineering fee schedule in effect at the time of plan
submittal. The plans and supporting documents shall be in accordance with the codes
and standards in effect at the time of application.
21. A separate demolition permit will be required for the removal of the existing non-
exempt structures.
22. The building plan submittal shall include a complete topographic survey and/or existing
site development plans showing all existing structures, site improvements, utilities,
water wells, and trees. The plan shall clarify the limits of the demolitions and
improvements to remain. The plan shall show and note the proposed disposition of the
several water wells and appurtenances.
23. The building plan submittal shall include a complete tree summary show the diameter
and species of all trees. The plan shall clarify the trees to remain and the trees to be
removed. Trees to remain may require a tree preservation plan per City Engineering
Standards.
24. Invasive plant species shall be removed or eradicated along and within the respective
Acacia and Orcutt Creek corridors to the satisfaction of the Planning Division and
Natural Resources Manager.
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25. Agency permits required for any work within the creek corridors shall be secured prior
to commencing with any demolitions, grading, and construction within the
jurisdictional areas. Any jurisdictional permits from the Army Corp, Fish and Wildlife,
or Regional Water Quality Control Board required for the drainage, site improvements,
street and road improvements shall be issued prior to plan approval and/or commencing
with work within the respective waterways. Permit conditions shall be reflected on the
approved plans and/or development submittal supporting documents.
26. A SWPPP and Waste Discharger Identification Number (WDID) shall be issued and
referenced on the grading, erosion control, and stormwater control plan sheets prior to
permit issuance.
27. The limits of demolitions, culvert removal, rubble removal, and creek
cleaning/restoration in the area of the existing Acacia Creek crossing shall be approved
to the satisfaction of the City Biologist and Natural Resources Manager.
28. The limits of improvements within the creek corridors required for the Tank Farm Road
widening shall be approved by the Public Works Director in collaboration with the City
Biologist and Natural Resources Manager. Additional silt and debris removal may be
required within the culverts and at their downstream outlets.
29. The development plans, building plans, and public improvement plans shall show and
note compliance with the City's Drainage Design Manual, Floodplain Management
Regulations, and Post Construction Stormwater Regulations (PCR's).
30. The project plans and reports shall show that the new structures will be located outside
Of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) or shaii be constructed with finish floors at
least 1' above the Base Flood Elevation(s). A Conditional Letter of Map Revision
(CLOMR) shall be processed and approved prior to grading or placement of fill within
the SFHA. The final Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) shall be processed within 6
months of the completion of grading and shall be finally approved prior to building
permit issuance
31. The drainage report and flood zone analysis shall include the limits and depth of
flooding along Orcutt Creek where located outside of the FEMA mapped SFHA.
32. This project site shall include the private and public improvements related to this
common plan for evaluation of the PCR's. Temporary treatment facilities may be
proposed for any minor off -site access roadways.
33. An Operation and Maintenance Manual will be required with the building permit
application submittal. A separate Private Stormwater Conveyance Agreement shall be
recorded prior to approvals.
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34. Unless specifically approved by the Public Works Department all stormwater control
measures (SCM's) shall be located on private property and shall be maintained by the
property owner, a Property Owner Association, or Homeowner Association,
35. Access controls for the proposed new bridge across Acacia Creek shall be approved to
the satisfaction of the Fire Department and shall be in accordance with City
Engineering Standards. An offsite easement or license agreement may be required from
the property owner at 600 Tank Farm to construct the westerly bridge abutment.
36. Unless a phased construction plan is approved by the Community Development
Department, all access roads, required secondary access, fire department access, and
any required fire hydrant installations shall be completed prior to commencing with
combustible construction.
37. The secondary access roadway and signalized intersection improvements located at the
Tank Farm Road -Mind Body intersection shall be completed prior to final inspection
approvals and occupancy unless an alternative access is approved to the satisfaction of
the Public Works and Community Development Departments.
38. The secondary access road(s) shall comply with City Standards and guidelines, ADA
standards, and the California Building Code.
39. The developer shall exhaust reasonable efforts to complete the final design and
construction of the off -site secondary access roadway to the ultimate plan to limit the
amount of throw away improvements. Phased, partial, or temporary improvements may
be considered and shall be approved to the satisfaction of the Public Works and
Community Development Departments. Temporary improvements may include water
quality treatment BMP's.
40. An offsite easement or license agreement may be required from the property owner at
660 Tank Farm/3985 Broad to construct the secondary access roadway and signalized
intersection improvements.
41. Offers of dedication will be require for the Tank Farm Road widening and for the
completion of the Tank Farm Road -Mind Body intersection improvements.
42. Street naming of the private streets and site addressing shall be established through the
building permit process in accordance with City guidelines.
43. The Tank Farm Road improvements shall conform to any existing built -out
improvements or shall provide for a reasonable transition to the existing unimproved
sections to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department.
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44. With respect to any off -site improvements, prior to the approval of the development
improvement plans or the filing of the Parcel Map, the developer/subdivider shall
either:
a. Clearly demonstrate their right to construct the improvements by showing
access to, title or interest in the property in a form acceptable to the City
Engineer; or,
b. Demonstrate, in writing, that the subdivider has exhausted all reasonable efforts
to acquire interest to the subject property and request that the City assist in
acquiring the property required for the construction of such improvements and
exercise its power of eminent domain in accordance with Government Code
Section 66462 .5 to do so, if necessary. Subdivider shall also enter into an
agreement with the City to pay all costs of such acquisition including, but not
limited to, all costs associated with condemnation. Said agreement shall be in a
form acceptable to the City Engineer and the City Attorney. If condemnation
proceedings are required, the subdivider shall submit, in a form acceptable to
the City Engineer, the following documents regarding the property to be
acquired:
i. Property legal description and sketch stamped and signed by a Licensed
Land Surveyor or Civil Engineer authorized to practice land surveying
in the State of California.
ii. Preliminary title reportt including chain of title and litigation }guarantee;
iii. Appraisal of the property by a City approved appraiser. In the course of
obtaining such appraisal, the property owner(s) must be given an
opportunity to accompany the appraiser during any inspection of the
property or acknowledge in writing that they knowingly waived the
right to do so;
iv. Copies of all written correspondence with off -site property owners
including purchase summary of formal offers and counter offers to
purchase at the appraised price.
v. Prior to submittal of the aforementioned documents for City Engineer
approval, the Subdivider shall deposit with the City all or a portion of
the anticipated costs, as determined by the City Attorney, of the
condemnation proceedings. The City does not and cannot guarantee that
the necessary property rights can be acquired or will, in fact, be
acquired. All necessary procedures of law would apply and would have
to be followed.
45. The development plans shall include all final line -of -sight analysis at applicable
intersections to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department. Fence heights and
plantings in the areas of control shall be reviewed in conjunction with the analysis. A
separate recorded declaration, covenant, agreement or Notice of Requirements for
private property owner maintenance of sight lines may be required.
46. The parking and site development shall show and note compliance with the City's
Parking and Driveway Standards, Community Design Guidelines, and the AASP.
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47. Mailbox unit (MBU's) shall be provided on -site to the satisfaction of the Postal Service
and the City Planning Division. The number and location shall consider access,
convenience, and circulation requirements.
48. Private site lighting shall be provided per City Engineering Standards. Unless otherwise
waived or approved for deferral by the City, the secondary access roadway/bikeway to
the signal at Tank Farm Road shall include street/pathway lighting per City
Engineering Standards and the City's Bike Plan.
49. The development/improvement plan submittal shall include a complete construction
phasing plan in accordance with the conditions of approval, City codes, and standards.
A truck circulation plan and construction management and staging plan shall be
included with the improvement plan submittal. General truck routes shall be submitted
for review and acceptance by the City. The engineer of record shall provide a summary
of the extent of cut and fill with estimates on the yards of import and export material.
The summary shall include rough grading, utility trench construction, road
construction, AC paving, concrete delivery, and vertical construction loading estimates
on the existing public roadways. The developer shall either; 1) complete roadway
deflection testing before and after construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and shall complete repairs to the pre -construction condition, or 2) shall pay a roadway
maintenance fee in accordance with City Engineering Standards and guidelines, or 3)
shall propose a pavement repair/replacement program to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
50. Separate utilities, including water, sewer, gas, electricity, telephone, and cable TV shall
be served to each proposed lot to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department and
serving utility companies. All public and private sewer mains shall be shown on the
development/improvement plans and shall be constructed per the City's adopted codes
and City Engineering Standards unless a waiver or alternate standard is otherwise
approved by the City. The plans shall clearly delineate and distinguish the difference
between public and private improvements.
51. All new wire utilities shall be placed underground. The underground placement shall
be completed without a net increase in utility poles located within the public right-of-
way unless specifically approved to the satisfaction of the Public Works and
Community Development Departments.
52. 37.The existing overhead wire services and service poles that are located on this parcel
shall be removed or services placed underground within the limits and standards of the
supplying utility companies.
53. City recycled water or another non -potable water source, shall be used for construction
water (dust control, soil compaction, etc.). An annual Construction Water Permit is
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available from the City's Utilities Department for the use of recycled water. Recycled
water is readily available near the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Orcutt Road.
Transportation Division _ Public Works Department
54. Transportation Impact Fees. Prior to issuance of building permits, the project shall
pay all required transportation impact fees, including participation in the Citywide
Transportation Impact Fee Program and the County's Highway 227 Impact Fee
Program.
55. Transportation Fair Share Mitigation Fees. Prior to issuance of building permits,
the project shall contribute fair share mitigation fees towards the following future
transportation improvements:
a. Broad Street/Tank Farm Road intersection: Restripe the intersection to provide
a second southbound left -turn lane, add a dedicated northbound right -turn lane,
convert the westbound right -turn lane to a shared through/right lane, and
establish time of day signal timing plans (satisfied through payment of Citywide
Transportation Impact Fees)
b. S. Higuera Street/Tank Farm Road intersection: Install a second southbound
left -turn lane and westbound bike box (satisfied through payment of Citywide
Transportation Impact Fees)
c. Tank Farm Road/Santa Fe Road intersection: Install a multi -lane roundabout
(satisfied through payment of Citywide Transportation Impact Fees)
d. Tank Farm Road: Widen roadway between Old Windmill Lane and Santa Fe
Road consistent with the ultimate roadway section identified in the Airport Area
Specific Plan, including four travel lanes, a center median/tum lane, bike lanes,
a landscaped parkway, and off-street Class I multiuse paths (satisfied through
payment of Citywide Transportation Impact Fees)
e. Broad Street/Industrial Way, intersection: Convert the east and west approaches
from split signal phasing to permissive signal phasing and restripe both
approaches to provide dedicated left -turn lanes and shared through/right-turn
lanes.
56. Site Access. Prior to issuance of occupancy permits, vehicular access to the project site
shall be provided via two points: limited access via a single right-in/right-out driveway
with a dedicated westbound right -turn pocket along Tank Farm Road, and full access
via a new northbound leg of the signalized Tank Farm Road/Mindbody intersection.
57. Tank Farm/Mindbody Intersection. To accommodate access at the Tank
Farm/Mindbody intersection, various intersection improvements and traffic signal
modifications shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director.
Required traffic signal improvements at the Tank Farm/Mind Body include
modifications to signal poles, signal heads, cables, pedestrian signals and push buttons,
controller programing, cabinet equipment, video detection, battery backups and all
other necessary equipment for the traffic signal to function in its intended purpose per
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Caltrans and City of San Luis Obispo Standard Specifications. Intersection
improvements include installation of a dedicated eastbound left turn pocket (with
concrete median), a westbound right -turn pocket, ADA curb ramps on the northern
corners, pedestrian and bicycle crossing treatments at the north leg of the intersection,
and construction of the new on -site roadway serving as the north leg of the intersection.
58. If the Tank Farm/Mindbody intersection and traffic signal improvements and new
north -south access road within the 660 Tank Farm site are constructed by others prior
to development of the 650 Tank Farm project, the project applicant shall be responsible
for a fair share contribution towards 50 percent of these costs via a private
reimbursement agreement or other mechanism to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director.
59. Tank Farm Road Frontage Improvements. Prior to issuance of occupancy permits,
the project shall reconstruct the Tank Farm Road site frontage to current City
Engineering Standards. Frontage improvements shall include widening the northern
side of Tank Farm Road to a cross section that substantially conforms with the ultimate
section identified in the Airport Area Specific Plan to the satisfaction of the Public
Works Director. Frontage improvements shall include widening to provide a
continuous second westbound auto lane, installation of curb and gutter, a landscaped
parkway at the back of curb, sidewalk -level Class IV bike lane, pedestrian sidewalk
and driveway/intersection transitions. Roadway widening at the western boundary of
the site frontage shall be designed to accommodate geometric transitions to a future
roundabout planned at the Tank Farm/Santa Fe intersection. Depending on timing of
related frontage improvements with development of the adjacent properties at 650 Tank
Farm Road and 600 Tank Farm Road, interim roadway striping and geometric
transitions may be approved to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director.
60. If the new north -south access road within the 660 Tank Farm site is required to be
constructed first as part of the 650 Tank Farm project, the roadway must be constructed
in a permanent manner (i.e. concrete curb & gutter, width for turn pockets, ADA curb
ramps, final pavement section, etc.) within the functional area of the Tank
Farm/Mindbody intersection. An ADA-compliant pedestrian connection shall be
provided along this access road to connect the Tank Farm Road sidewalk to the 650
Tank Farm on -site pedestrian system.
61. All on -site parking located along the site access driveway from Tank Farm Road shall
be set back a minimum of 40 feet from Tank Farm Road, measured from the back of
sidewalk.
62. On -site circulation roadways shall be designed to accommodate access for City fire
trucks and trash collection vehicles.
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63. All landscaping, entry signage/monuments or other vertical features exceeding 36
inches in height shall be located clear of applicable sight distance triangles at site access
driveways/intersections per City Engineering Standards.
64. On -site paths intended for bicycle use shall be designed per City Engineering
Standards.
65. Unless otherwise approved by the Public Works Department, short-term bicycle
parking shall consist of "peak" style racks and be located as close to building entrances
as practicable.
66. Plans submitted for a building permit shall clearly depict the bicycle rack proposed,
location and dimensions of all short and long-term bicycle parking. Sufficient detail
shall be provided about the placement and design of bike racks and bicycle rooms to
demonstrate compliance with relevant Engineering Standards and Community Design
Guidelines, to the satisfaction of the Public Works and Community Development
Directors.
Utilities De
partment
67. The proposed utility infrastructure shall comply with the latest engineering design
standards effective at the time the building permit is obtained and shall have reasonable
alignments needed for maintenance of public infrastructure along public roads.
68. Due to shallow groundwater in this area, heat fused HDPE sewer lateral(s) shall be
installed per the engineering design standards and connected into the existing sewer
main.
69. If commercial uses in the project include food preparation, provisions for grease
interceptors and FOG (fats, oils, and grease) storage within solid waste enclosure(s)
shall be provided with the design. These types of facilities shall also provide an area to
wash floor mats, equipment, and trash cans. The wash area shall be drained to the
sanitary sewer, and an environmental compliance permit shall be filed prior to issuance
of occupancy permit.
70. The project's commercial and residential uses shall be metered separately. All
residential units are to be individually metered with a private meter after the City's
master public service meter per MC 16.20.020. Privately owned sub -meters may be
provided for residential apartments upon approval of the Utilities Director. The CCR's
for the property/homeowner association shall require that the sub -meters be read by the
association (or P/HOA contracted service) and each billed according to water use.
71. Building permit submittal shall clarify size of existing and proposed water services and
water meters for the project.
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72. Water service meter(s) shall be adequately sized to serve the project's proposed units.
Residential units shall be separately metered from the non-residential/commercial
units, and service lines shall not cross parcel boundaries per MC 13.04.120
73. The project shall extend the existing 12" public water main within Tank Farm Road
approximately 200 feet to the western property boundary with 12" pipe.
74. The project shall install an 8" recycled water main within Tank Farm Road
approximately 575 feet along the southern property line boundary for future connection
to Broad Street.
75. Recycled water shall be used for major construction activities, such as grading and dust
control as required under Prohibited Water Uses; Chapter 17.07.070.0 of the City's
Municipal Code. Recycled water is available through the City's Construction Water
Permit program.
76. Projects having landscape areas greater than 500 square feet shall provide a Maximum
Applied Water Allowance calculation.
77. Projects generating more than two cubic yards of total waste shall comply with AB
1826, and local waste management ordinance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
78. Commercial and residential refuse services shall be separate unless a letter of
agreement between the tenants and a Conditional Exception Application from the
City's Development Standards for Solid Waste Services are provided to the City with
the building permit submittal.
79. The project will be required to provide a plan for the disposal, storage, and collection
of solid waste material for both the residential and commercial components of the
project prior to issuance of building permits. The development of the plan shall be
coordinated with San Luis Garbage Company. The plan must be submitted for approval
by the City's Solid Waste Coordinator.
80. Trash enclosure(s) shall conform the requirements by the San Luis Garbage Company
and refuse bins shall be sized to provide a reasonable level of service. Separate refuse
bins shall be accommodated within the site for the three (3) waste streams, trash,
recycling, and organics.
81. Driveways and access routes to all refuse receptacles shall be designed to accommodate
the size and weight of the garbage trucks; a written confirmation from the San Luis
Garbage Company shall be included in the building permit plans for the proposed
project.
Indemnification
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82. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and/or its agents,
officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City and/or
its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval by the
City of this project, and all actions relating thereto, including but not limited to
environmental review ("Indemnified Claims"). The City shall promptly notify the
applicant of any Indemnified Claim upon being presented with the Indemnified Claim,
and City shall fully cooperate in the defense against an Indemnified Claim.
On motion by Commissioner Khan, seconded by Commissioner Shoresman, and on the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Kahn, Shoresman, Hopkins, Vice -Chair Jorgensen, and Chair
Dandekar
NOES: None
REFRAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Quincey and Wulkan
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this day of October 14, 2020.
Tyler Corey, ary
Planning Cam ion