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CITY OF LOS ANGELES OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK ROOM 395, CITY HALL LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90012 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PROPOSED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION

LEAD CITY AGENCY City of Los Angeles PROJECT TITLE ENV-2008-831-MND PROJECT LOCATION 2234, 2240, 2244 N STANLEY HILLS DRIVE; HOLLYWOOD, 90046

COUNCIL DISTRICT 5 CASE NO. ZA-2008-830-ZAD

PROJECT DESCRIPTION Construction of three new, three-story, approximately 36-foot in height, single-family dwellings (2234 Stanley Hills Drive: 4,143 square-feet; 2240 Stanley Hills Drive: 4,434 square-feet; and 2244 Stanley Hills Drive: 4,455 square-feet) and retaining walls, on three adjacent hillside lots totaling 41,059 square-feet, located within the R1-1 Zone. A Haul Route for the export of a total of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the site is considered; one significant non-protected and 14 protected trees will be affected by the project. The project requires a Zoning Administrator's Determination to waive hillside street improvement requirements from the properties to the edge of the hillside area. NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT IF OTHER THAN CITY AGENCY Stanley Hills, LLC 1061-1/2 N Spaulding Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90046 FINDING: ' The City Planning Department of the City of Los Angeles has Proposed that a mitigated negative declaration be adopted for this project because the mitigation measure(s) outlined on the attached page(s) will reduce any potential significant adverse effects to a level of insignificance (CONTINUED ON PAGE 2) SEE ATTACHED SHEET(S) FOR ANY MITIGATION MEASURES IMPOSED. Any written comments received during the public review period are attached together with the response of the Lead City Agency. The project decision-make may adopt the mitigated negative declariation, amend it, or require preparation of an EIR. Any changes made should be supported by substantial evidence in the record and appropriate findings made. THE INITIAL STUDY PREPARED FOR THIS PROJECT IS ATTACHED. NAME OF PERSON PREPARING THIS FORM TITLE TELEPHONE NUMBER

JONATHAN HERSHEY ADDRESS SIGNATURE (Official)

City Planning Associate

(213)978-1349
DATE

200 N. SPRING STREET, 7th FLOOR LOS ANGELES, CA. 90012

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Aesthetics (Retaining Walls) Retaining walls that can be viewed from the adjacent public right-of-way shall incorporate one or more of the following to minimize their visibility: clinging vines, espaliered plants, or other vegetative screening; decorative masonry, or other varied and textured facade; or utilize a combination of methods. The method of compliance with this measure shall be noted on any required landscape plan, and shall be fulfilled to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning. Aesthetics (Hillside Site Design) Environmental impacts, such as alteration of existing or natural terrain may result from project implementation. However, these impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measures: Grading shall be kept to a minimum. Natural features, such as prominent knolls or ridge lines, shall be preserved. The project shall comply with the City's Hillside Development Guidelines. Aesthetics (Landscaping) Environmental impacts to the character and aesthetics of the neighborhood may result from project implementation. However, the potential impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: All open areas not used for buildings, driveways, parking areas, recreational facilities or walks shall be attractively landscaped and maintained in accordance with a landscape plan, including an automatic irrigation plan, prepared by a licensed landscape architect to the satisfaction of the decision maker. Aesthetics (Light) Environmental impacts to the adjacent residential properties may result due to excessive illumination on the project site. However, the potential impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: Outdoor lighting shall be designed and installed with shielding, so that the light source cannot be seen from adjacent residential properties. Air Pollution (Stationary) Adverse impacts upon future occupants may result from the project implementation due to existing ambient air pollution levels in the project vicinity. However, this impact can be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: RESIDENTIAL - An air filtration system shall be installed and maintained with filters meeting or exceeding the ASHRAE Standard 52.2 Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 11, to the satisfaction of the Department of Building and Safety. Wildlife Corridor Environmental impacts from project implementation may result in: 1) conversion and/or disturbance of existing animal habitat area on-site and proximal to the site, and 2) disruption of access corridors between habitat areas. However, these impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measures: Nesting Native Birds - The project will result in the removal of vegetation and disturbances to the ground and therefore may result in take of nesting native bird species. Migratory nongame native bird species are protected by international treaty under the Federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) of 1918 (50 C.F.R Section 10.13). Sections 3503, 3503.5 and 3513 of the California Fish and Game Code prohibit take of all birds and their active nests including raptors and other migratory nongame birds (as listed under the Federal MBTA). a. Proposed project activities (including disturbances to native and non-native vegetation, structures and substrates) should take place outside of the breeding bird season which generally runs from March 1- August 31 (as early as February 1 for raptors) to avoid take (including disturbances which would cause abandonment of active nests containing eggs and/or young). Take means to hunt, pursue, catch, capture, or kill, or attempt to hunt, pursue, catch, capture of kill (Fish and Game Code Section 86). b. If project activities cannot feasibly avoid the breeding bird season, beginning thirty days prior to the disturbance of suitable nesting habitat the applicant shall: i. Arrange for weekly bird surveys to detect any protected native birds in the habitat to be removed and any other such habitat within 300 feet of the construction work area (within 500 feet for raptors) as access to adjacent areas allows. The surveys shall be conducted by a qualified biologist with experience in conducting breeding bird surveys. The surveys shall continue on a weekly basis with the last survey being conducted no more than 3 days prior to the initiation of clearance/construction work. ii. If a protected native bird is found, the applicant shall delay all clearance/construction disturbance activities within 300 feet of suitable nesting habitat (within 500 feet for suitable raptor nesting habitat) until August 31.

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iii. Alternatively, the Qualified Biologist could continue the surveys in order to locate any nests. If an active nest is located, clearing and construction within 300 feet of the nest (within 500 feet for raptor nests) or as determined by a qualified biological monitor, shall be postponed until the nest is vacated and juveniles have fledged and when there is no evidence of a second attempt at nesting. The buffer zone from the nest shall be established in the field with flagging and stakes. Construction personnel shall be instructed on the sensitivity of the area, iv. The applicant shall record the results of the recommended protective measures described above to document compliance with applicable State and Federal laws pertaining to the protection of native birds. Tree Removal (Locally Protected Species) Environmental impacts may result due to the loss of protected trees on the site. However, these potential impacts will be mitigated to less than insignificant by the following measures: Prior to the commencement of grading and construction activities, the applicant shall install protective-fencing around any Protected Tree listed to remain, to help prevent construction encroachments within their dripline. The protective fencing shall be located as indicated on the Tree Location Map. Equipment damage to the limbs, trunks, and roots must be avoided. Oak trees and other native trees should be given as much space as possible, free from vehicle compaction or bumper damage. All tree roots encountered (on trees listed to remain) during grading or excavation over 1" diameter shall be clean cut at a 45 degree angle and treated by a Certified Arborist. The applicant shall secure permits from the Department of Public Works for the removal of any protected tree, and comply with any and all conditions pursuant to the permit(s). The tags numbering each tree on this site shall not be removed until the project is completed. All required replacement trees shall be indicated on the required Landscape Plan. Required replacement trees to be located off-site shall be indicated in a "Notes" section of the Landscape Plan, and be accompanied by a letter from the Urban Forestry Division indicating their approval of off-site mitigation measures. A copy of such letter shall be submitted to the environmental review case file (ENV 2008-0831-MND) for filing. The following are specific measures for the trees affected by the project; affected trees are identified as noted in the Tree Report and Tree Location Map dated August 18, 2008, as prepared by Tree Life Concern, Inc.: a. #1 Black Walnut (bw) - (Within pad - to be removed for home construction) This tree shall be replaced on a 4:1 basis with four 15 gallon-size Southern California tree, one 36" box-size oak tree and two 24" box-size oak trees. b. #2bw - (Within pad - to be removed for home construction) This tree shall be replaced on a 4:1 basis with 15 gallon-size Southern California Black Walnut trees. c. #4bw - (Within pad - to be removed for home construction) This tree shall be replaced on a 4:1 basis with 15 gallon-size Southern California Black Walnut trees. d. #3bw - (Within pad - to be removed for home construction) This tree shall be replaced on a 4:1 basis with 15 gallon-size Southern California Black Walnut trees. e. #13bw - (Within graded and proposed retaining wall locations) This tree shall be replaced on a 4:1 basis with 15 gallon-size Southern California Black Walnut trees. f. #14oak - (Within graded and proposed retaining wall locations) This tree shall be replaced on a 4:1 basis with two 48" box-size oak trees, one 36" box-size oak tree and one 24" box-size oak tree. g. #15bw - (Within graded and proposed retaining wall locations) This tree shall be replaced on a 4: 1 basis with 15 gallon-size Southern California Black Walnut trees. h. The one Non-Protected tree listed for removal (#1-locust) shall be replaced on a 1:1 basis with a 24" box-size tree (any species), i. Note: All mitigation trees (replacement trees) should meet Urban Forestry Division requirements for mitigation trees. Each should be properly installed in accordance with industry standards. Irrigation devices and staking (2 per tree) must be included to ensure survival. Annual inspections by a Certified Arborist for a three-year period to monitor the trees' health and growth are recommended. Larger boxed container-grown trees should be maintained by annual contract agreement with the tree transplanting contractor for a three-year minimum aftercare plan and monitored by the Project Arborist. Bonding (Protected Tree Survival)

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The applicant shall post a cash bond or other assurances acceptable to the Bureau of Engineering in consultation with the Urban Forestry Division and the decision maker guaranteeing the survival of trees required to be maintained, replaced or relocated in such a fashion as to assure the existence of continuously living trees for a minimum of three years from the date that the bond is posted or from the date such trees are replaced or relocated, whichever is longer. Any change of ownership shall require that the new owner post a new oak tree bond to the satisfaction of the Bureau of Engineering. Subsequently, the original owner's oak tree bond may be exonerated. The City Engineer shall use the provisions of Section 17.08 as its procedural guide in satisfaction of said bond

requirements and processing. Prior to exoneration of the bond, the owner of the property shall provide evidence
satisfactory to the City Engineer and Urban Forestry Division that the oak trees were properly replaced, the date of the replacement and the survival of the replacement trees for a period of three years. V b. Cultural Resources (Archaeological) Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to the project's location in an area likely to yield unrecorded archaeological sites. However, the potential impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measures: If any archaeological materials are encountered during the course of the project development, the project shall be halted. The services of an archaeologist shall be secured by contacting the Center for Public Archaeology - Cal State University Fullerton, or a member of the Society of Professional Archaeologist (SOPA) or a SOPA-qualified archaeologist to assess the resources and evaluate the impact. Copies of the archaeological survey, study or report shall be submitted to the UCLA Archaeological Information Center. A covenant and agreement shall be recorded prior to obtaining a grading permit. (Human Remains) In the event that human remains are discovered during excavation activities, the following procedure shall be observed: Stop immediately and contact the County Coroner: 1104 N. Mission Road Los Angeles, CA 90033 323-343-0512 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday) or 323-343-0714 (After Hours, Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays) The coroner has two working days to examine human remains after being notified by the responsible person. If the remains are Native American, the Coroner has 24 hours to notify the Native American Heritage Commission. The Native American Heritage Commission will immediately notify the person it believes to be the most likely descendent of the deceased Native American. The most likely descendent has 48 hours to make recommendations to the owner, or representative, for the treatment or disposition, with proper dignity, of the human remains and grave goods. a. If the descendent does not make recommendations within 48 hours the owner shall reinter the remains in an area of the property secure from further disturbance, or; b. If the owner does not accept the descendant's recommendations, the owner or the descendent may request mediation by the Native American Heritage Commission. Discuss and confer means the meaningful and timely discussion careful consideration of the views of each party. Vc. Cultural Resources (Paleontological) Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to the project's location in an area likely to yield unrecorded paleontological sites. However, the potential impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measures: If any paleontological materials are encountered during the course of the project development, the project shall be halted. The services of a paleontologist shall be secured by contacting the Center for Public Paleontology - USC, UCLA, Cal State Los Angeles, Cal State Long Beach, or the Los Angeles County Natural History Museum to assess the resources and evaluate the impact. Copies of the paleontological survey, study or report shall be submitted to the Los Angeles County Natural History Museum. A covenant and agreement shall be recorded prior to obtaining a grading permit. VI 0. Geology and Soils Approval Letters

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2234 Stanley Hills Drive. The grading and construction of this property shall comply with the Conditions of the Soil/Geology Report Approval List, Log No. 43645, as dated June 2, 2004, and as may be subsequently modified or amended by the Department of Building and Safety. 2240 Stanley Hills Drive. The grading and construction of this property shall comply with the Conditions of the Geology and Soils Report Approval Letter, Log No. 44612, as dated September 2, 2004, and as may be subsequently modified or amended by the Department of Building and Safety. 2244 Stanley Hills Drive (2200 N Merrywood Drive). The grading and construction of this property shall comply with the Conditions of the Geology and Soils Report Approval Letter, Log No. 63816-01, as dated August 22, 2008, and as may be subsequently modified or amended by the Department of Building and Safety. Seismic Environmental impacts may result to the safety of future occupants due to the project's location in an area of potential seismic activity. However, this potential impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: The design and construction of the project shall conform to the Uniform Building Code seismic standards as approved by the Department of Building and Safety. Erosion/Grading/Short-Term Construction Impacts Environmental impacts may result from the visual alteration of natural landforms due to grading. However, this impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by designing the grading plan to conform with theCity's Landform Grading Manual guidelines, subject to approval by the Advisory Agency and the Department of Building and Safety's Grading Division. Short-term air quality, grading and noise impacts may result from the construction of the proposed project. However, these impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measures: Air Quality All unpaved demolition and construction areas shall be wetted at least twice daily during excavation and construction, and temporary dust covers shall be used to reduce dust emissions and meet SCAQMD District Rule 403. Wetting could reduce fugitive dust by as much as 50 percent. The owner or contractor shall keep the construction area sufficiently dampened to control dust caused by grading and hauling, and at all times provide reasonable control of dust caused by wind. All loads shall be secured by trimming, watering or other appropriate means to prevent spillage and dust. All materials transported off-site shall be either sufficiently watered or securely covered to prevent excessive amount of dust. All clearing, grading, earth moving, or excavation activities shall be discontinued during periods of high winds (i.e., greater than 15 mph), so as to prevent excessive amounts of dust. General contractors shall maintain and operate construction equipment so as to minimize exhaust emissions. Noise The project shall comply with the City of Los Angeles Noise Ordinance No. 144,331 and 161,574, and any subsequent ordinances, which prohibit the emission or creation of noise beyond certain levels at adjacent uses unless technically infeasible. Construction and demolition shall be restricted to the hours of 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday, and 8:00 am to 6:00 pm on Saturday. Construction and demolition activities shall be scheduled so as to avoid operating several pieces of equipment simultaneously, which causes high noise levels. The project contractor shall use power construction equipment with state-of-the-art noise shielding and muffling devices. The project shall comply with the Noise Insulation Standards of Title 24 of the California Code Regulations, which insure an acceptable interior noise environment. Grading Chapter IX, Division 70 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code addresses grading, excavations, and fills. All grading activities require grading permits from the Department of Building and Safety. Additional provisions are required for grading activities within Hillside areas. The application of BMPs includes but is not limited to the following mitigation measures: Excavation and grading activities shall be scheduled during dry weather periods. If grading occurs during the rainy season (October 15 through April 1), diversion dikes shall be constructed to channel runoff around the site. Channels shall be lined with grass or roughened pavement to reduce runoff velocity.

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Appropriate erosion control and drainage devices shall be provided to the satisfaction of the Building and Safety Department. These measures include interceptor terraces, berms, vee-channels, and inlet and outlet structures, as specified by Section 91.7013 of the Building Code, including planting fast-growing annual and perennial grasses in areas where construction is not immediately planned. Stockpiles and excavated soil shall be covered with secured tarps or plastic sheeting. General Construction Sediment carries with it other work-site pollutants such as pesticides, cleaning solvents, cement wash, asphalt, and car fluids that are toxic to sea life. All waste shall be disposed of properly. Use appropriately labeled recycling bins to recycle construction materials including: solvents, water-based paints, vehicle fluids, broken asphalt and concrete; wood, and vegetation. Non recyclable materials/wastes shall be taken to an appropriate landfill. Toxic wastes shall be discarded at a licensed regulated disposal site. Leaks, drips and spills shall be cleaned up immediately to prevent contaminated soil on paved surfaces that can be washed away into the storm drains. Pavement shall not be hosed down at material spills. Dry cleanup methods shall be used whenever possible. Dumpsters shall be covered and maintained. Place uncovered dumpsters under a roof or cover with tarps or plastic sheeting. Where truck traffic is frequent, gravel approaches shall be used to reduce soil compaction and limit the tracking of sediment into streets. All vehicle/equipment maintenance, repair, and washing shall be conducted away from storm drains. All major repairs shall be conducted off-site. Drip pans or drop clothes shall be used to catch drips and spills. Monitoring. Prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit, the applicant shall prepare and execute a Covenant and Agreement (Planning Department General Form CP-6770) to the satisfaction of the decision-maker, identifying (a) mitigation monitor(s) who shall provide periodic status reports on the implementation of grading and construction phase mitigation measures to the Department of Building and Safety. The mitigation monitor(s) shall be identified as to their areas of responsibility, and phase of intervention (pre-construction, construction, post-construction/maintenance) to ensure continued implementation of the above mentioned mitigation items. Environmental impacts may result from the project's hauling operations and shall be reduced to a less than significant level by the implementation of the following mitigation measures: The applicant shall obtain a haul route approval from the Board of Building & Safety Commissioners for export/import in excess of 1,000 cubic yards. All haul route hours shall be limited to off-peak hours as determined by Board of Building & Safety Commissioners. The applicant shall provide a staked signage at the site with a minimum of 3-inch lettering containing contact information for the Senior Street Use Inspector (Department of Public Works), the Senior Grading Inspector (LADBS) and the hauling or general contractor. The developer shall install appropriate traffic signs around the site to ensure pedestrian and vehicle safety. LADBS shall stagger haul trucks based upon a specific area's capacity, as determined by LADOT, and the amount of soil proposed to be hauled to minimize cumulative traffic and congestion impacts. The City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) shall recommend to the Building & Safety Commission Office the appropriate size of trucks allowed for hauling, best route of travel, the appropriate number flag people. Trucks having no current hauling activity shall not idle but be turned off. The applicant shall be limited to no more than two trucks at any given time within the site's staging area. No parking shall be permitted on street during Red Flag Days in compliance with the "Los Angeles Fire Department Red Flag No Parking" program. In order to preserve adequate access for emergency vehicles, all construction material shall be stored on-site and not on the street during hauling operations. Fences shall be constructed around the site to minimize trespassing, vandalism, short-cut attractions and attractive nuisances. LADBS shall assign specific haul route hours of operation with consideration given to Wonderland Avenue Elementary School's (8510 Wonderland Avenue, 90046) hours of operation.

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Construction Signage. A sign shall be posted on-site, clearly stating a contact/complaint telephone number that provides contact to a live person associated with the project, not a recording or voice mail, during all hours of construction. The construction site address and Tract Map or Parcel Map number (if a subdivision) shall also appear on the required sign. THE APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO POST THE SIGN 7 DAYS PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY.

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1. The sign must be located in a conspicuous place on the subject site or structure (if developed) so that it can be easily read by the public. The sign must be sturdily attached to a post if it is free-standing. 2. If the project involves more than one street frontage, a sign shall be posted on each street frontage involved. If a site exceeds five (5) acres in size, a separate notice of posting will be required for each five (5) acres, or portion thereof. Each sign must be posted in a prominent location. 3. Regardless of who posts the site, it shall always remain the responsibility of the applicant to assure that the sign is firmly attached, visible, legible, and remains in such condition throughout the entire construction period. Single Family/Multi Family Hillside Dwelling Environmental impacts may result from erosion of sloped hillsides carrying sediments into the stormwater drainage channels. However, the potential impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by incorporating stormwater pollution control measures. Ordinance No. 172,176 and Ordinance No. 173,494 specify Stormwater and Urban Runoff Pollution Control which requires the application of Best Management Practices (BMPs). Chapter IX, Division 70 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code addresses grading, excavations, and fills. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) approved by Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board, including the following: (A copy of the SUSMP can be downloaded at: http://www.swrcb.ca.gov/rwqcb4/). Project applicants are required to implement stormwater BMPs to treat and infiltrate the runoff from a storm event producing 3/4 inch of rainfall in a 24 hour period. The design of structural BMPs shall be in accordance with the Development Best Management Practices Handbook Part B Planning Activities. A signed certificate from a California licensed civil engineer or licensed architect that the proposed BMPs meet this numerical threshold standard is required. Post development peak stormwater runoff discharge rates shall not exceed the estimated pre-development rate for developments where the increase peak stormwater discharge rate will result in increased potential for downstream erosion. Concentrate or cluster development on portions of a site while leaving the remaining land in a natural undisturbed condition. Limit clearing and grading of native vegetation at the project site to the minimum needed to build lots, allow access, and provide fire protection. Maximize trees and other vegetation at each site by planting additional vegetation, clustering tree areas, and promoting the use of native and/or drought tolerant plants. Promote natural vegetation by using parking lot islands and other landscaped areas. Cut and fill slopes in designated hillside areas shall be planted and irrigated to prevent erosion, reduce run-off velocities and to provide long-term stabilization of soil. Plant materials include: grass, shrubs, vines, ground covers, and trees. Incorporate appropriate erosion control and drainage devices, such as interceptor terraces, berms, vee-channels, and inlet and outlet structures, as specified by Section 91.7013 of the Building Code. Protect outlets of culverts, conduits or channels from erosion by discharge velocities by installing a rock outlet protection. Rock outlet protection is a physical devise composed of rock, grouted riprap, or concrete rubble placed at the outlet of a pipe. Install sediment traps below the pipe outlet. Inspect, repair, and maintain the outlet protection after each significant rain. Any connection to the sanitary sewer must have authorization from the Bureau of Sanitation. All storm drain inlets and catch basins within the project area must be stenciled with prohibitive language (such as NO DUMPING - DRAINS TO OCEAN) and/or graphical icons to discourage illegal dumping. Legibility of stencils and signs must be maintained. Materials with the potential to contaminate stormwater must be: (1) placed in an enclosure such as, but not limited to, a cabinet, shed, or similar structure that prevent contact with runoff spillage to the stormwater conveyance system; or (2) protected by secondary containment structures such as berms, dikes, or curbs. The storage area must be paved and sufficiently impervious to contain leaks and spills. The storage area must have a roof or awning to minimize collection of stormwater within the secondary containment area.

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The owner(s) of the property will prepare and execute a covenant and agreement (Planning Department General form CP-6770) satisfactory to the Planning Department binding the owners to post construction maintenance on the structural BMPs in accordance with the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan and or per manufacturer's instructions.

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Greenhouse Gas Emissions (AB 32 Compliance) Only low- and non-VOC-containing primers, paints, sealants, solvents, and adhesives shall be utilized in the construction of the project. Exceed Title 24 (2007 standard) minimum requirements for building energy efficiency by a minimum of 14% (LEED certified-equivalent). The applicant should note that exceeding the standard by 15% may qualify for federal Energy Star rating. Increased Noise Levels (Construction Noise) Notification/Construction Schedule. Seven days prior to the commencement of grading and construction activities, the applicant shall notify residents within a 100-foot radius of the project site(s); such notification shall be made in writing and include a construction schedule. Notification of substantial changes and/or updates to the schedule shall also be sent as appropriate. Community Relations. A 24-hour "hotline" phone number for the receipt of construction-related inquiries and complaints shall be included in the above Notification and shall also be provided to the local Neighborhood Council. The applicant shall be required to respond within 24 hours to any complaint received on this hotline. Construction Noise. Construction activities that generate substantial noise levels, such as the use of power tools and the like, are restricted to between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and at no time on Sundays.

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Public Services (Fire) Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to the location of the project in an area having marginal fire protection facilities. However, this potential impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: The following recommendations of the Fire Department relative to fire safety shall be incorporated into the building plans, which includes the submittal of a plot plan for approval by the Fire Department either prior to the recordation of a final map or the approval of a building permit. The plot plan shall include the following minimum design features: fire lanes, where required, shall be a minimum of 20 feet in width; all structures must be within 300 feet of an approved fire hydrant, and entrances to any dwelling unit or guest room shall not be more than 150 feet in distance in horizontal travel from the edge of the roadway of an improved street or approved fire lane.

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Public Services (Schools) Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to the close proximity of the project to a school. However, the potential impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measures: The developer shall install appropriate traffic signs around the site to ensure pedestrian and vehicle safety. Haul route scheduling shall be sequenced to minimize conflicts with pedestrians, school buses and cars at the arrival and dismissal times of the school day. Haul route trucks shall not be routed past the school during periods when school is in session especially when students are arriving or departing from the campus. There shall be no staging or parking of construction vehicles, including vehicles to transport workers on any of the streets adjacent to the school. Fences shall be constructed around the site to minimize trespassing, vandalism, short-cut attractions and attractive nuisances. The developer and contractors shall maintain ongoing contact with the administrator of Wonderland Avenue Elementary School (8510 Wonderland Avenue, 90046). The administrative offices shall be contacted when demolition, grading and construction activity begin on the project site so that students and their parents will know when such activities are to occur. The developer shall obtain school walk and bus routes to the schools from either the administrators or from the LAUSD's Transportation Branch (323)342-1400 and guarantee that safe and convenient pedestrian and bus routes to the school be maintained.

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Public Services (Street Improvements Not Required By DOT) Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to the deterioration of street quality from increased traffic generation. However, the potential impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: The project shall comply with the Bureau of Engineering's requirements for street dedications and improvements that will reduce traffic impacts in direct portion to those caused by the proposed project's implementation.

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Construction Damage Bond. A cash bond or security ("Bond") shall be posted in accordance with terms, specifications, and conditions to the satisfaction of the Bureau of Engineering and shall remain in full force and effect to guarantee that any damage incurred to the roadway adjacent to the property, which may result from any construction activity on the site, is properly repaired by the applicant. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, any damage incurred to the roadway adjacent to the property, which may result from any construction activity on the site, shall be properly repaired by the applicant to the satisfaction of the Bureau of Engineering. The applicant is hereby advised to obtain all necessary permits to facilitate this construction/repair. Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to hazards to safety from design features (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses. However, the potential impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: The applicant shall submit a parking and driveway plan that incorporates design features that reduce accidents, to the Bureau of Engineering and the Department of Transportation for approval. Prior to plan check submittal to l_ADBS, submit a site and/or driveway plan, scaled at least 1 inch = 40 feet, to: LADOT Construction Services Center, 201 N Figueroa Street, #400 (Counter No. 3), Los Angeles, 90012. Street improvements required per LAMC 12.37-A must be cleared by the Bureau of Engineering prior to issuance of LADOT project approval. Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to inadequate emergency access. However, these impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: The applicant shall submit a parking and driveway plan to the Bureau of Engineering and the Department of Transportation for approval that provides code-required emergency access. Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to a demand for on-and off-street parking spaces. However, this potential impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by following the following measure: Construction Staging and Parking Plan. Prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit, the applicant shall submit a Construction Staging and Parking Plan to the Department of Building and Safety and the Fire Department for review and approval. The plan shall identify where all construction materials, equipment, and vehicles will be stored, as well as where contractor, subcontractor, and laborers will park their vehicles so as to prevent blockage of two-way traffic on streets in the vicinity of the construction site. A copy of the approved Plan shall be submitted to the Case File ZA 2008-0834-ZAD. The Construction Staging and Parking Plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following: a. No construction equipment or material shall be permitted to be stored within the public right-of-way. b. On declared Red Flag days, all the workers shall be shuttled from an off-site area, located on a non-Red Flag Street, to and from the site in order to keep roads open to emergency vehicles. c. During the Excavation and Grading phases, only one truck hauler shall be allowed on the site at any one time. The drivers shall be required to follow the designated travel plan or approved Haul Route. d. Truck traffic directed to the project site for the purpose of delivering materials, construction-machinery, or removal of graded soil shall be limited to between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday only. No truck deliveries shall be permitted on Saturdays or Sundays. e. All deliveries during construction shall be coordinated so that only one vendor/delivery vehicle is at the site at one time and that a construction supervisor is present at such time. f. A radio operator shall be on-site to coordinate the movement of material and personnel to keep the roads open for emergency vehicles and apparatus and neighbors.

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Safety Hazards

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During all phases of construction, all construction vehicle parking and queuing related to the project shall be as required to the satisfaction of the Department of Building and Safety, and in substantial compliance with the Construction Staging and Parking Plan, except as may be modified by the Department of Building and Safety or the Fire Department. Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to the cumulative increase in demand on the City's water supplies. However, this potential impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measures:

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Utilities (Local or Regional Water Supplies)

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The project shall comply with Ordinance No. 170,978 (Water Management Ordinance), which imposes numerous water conservation measures in landscape, installation, and maintenance (e.g, use drip irrigation and soak hoses in lieu of sprinklers to lower the amount of water lost to evaporation and overspray, set automatic sprinkler systems to irrigate during the early morning or evening hours to minimize water loss due to evaporation, and water less in the cooler months and during the rainy season). If conditions dictate, the Department of Water and Power may postpone new water connections for this project until water supply capacity is adequate. (All New Construction, Commercial/Industrial Remodel, Condominium Conversions, and Adaptive Reuse) Unless otherwise required, and to the satisfaction of the Department of Building and Safety, the applicant shall install: a. High-efficiency toilets (maximum 1.28 gpf), including dual-flush water closets, and high-efficiency urinals (maximum 0.5 gpf), including no-flush or waterless urinals, in all restrooms as appropriate. Rebates may be offered through the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to offset portions of the costs of these installations. b. Restroom faucets with a maximum flow rate of 1.5 gallons per minute. Single-pass cooling equipment shall be strictly prohibited from use. Prohibition of such equipment shall be indicated on the building plans and incorporated into tenant lease agreements. (Single-pass cooling refers to the use of potable water to extract heat from process equipment, e.g. vacuum pump, ice machines, by passing the water through equipment and discharging the heated water to the sanitary wastewater system.)

(All New Residential, Condominium Conversions, and Adaptive Reuse) Unless otherwise required, and to the satisfaction of the Department of Building and Safety, the applicant shall: a. Install a demand (tankless or instantaneous) water heater system sufficient to serve the anticipated needs of the dwelling(s). b. Install no more than one showerhead per shower stall, having a flow rate no greater than 2.0 gallons per minute. c. Install and utilize only high-efficiency clothes washers (water factor of 6.0 or less) in the project, if proposed to be provided in either individual units and/or in a common laundry room(s). If such appliance is to be furnished by a tenant, this requirement shall be incorporated into the lease agreement, and the applicant shall be responsible for ensuring compliance. Rebates may be offered through the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to offset portions of the costs of these installations. d. Install and utilize only high-efficiency Energy Star-rated dishwashers in the project, if proposed to be provided. If such appliance is to be furnished by a tenant, this requirement shall be incorporated into the lease agreement, and the applicant shall be responsible for ensuring compliance.

(Landscaping) In addition to the requirements of the Landscape Ordinance, the landscape plan shall incorporate the following: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. Weather-based irrigation controller with rain shutoff; Matched precipitation (flow) rates for sprinkler heads; Drip/microspray/subsurface irrigation where appropriate; Minimum irrigation system distribution uniformity of 75 percent; Proper hydro-zoning, turf minimization and use of native/drought tolerant plan materials; and Use of landscape contouring to minimize precipitation runoff. A separate water meter (or subrneter), flow sensor, and master valve shutoff shall be installed for irrigated landscape areas totaling 5,000 sf. and greater, to the satisfaction of the Department of Building and Safety.

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Utilities (Solid Waste) Environmental impacts may result from project implementation due to the creation of additional solid waste. However, this potential impact will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by the following measure: Recycling bins shall be provided at appropriate locations to promote recycling of paper, metal, glass, and other recyclable material. These bins shall be emptied and recycled accordingly as a part of the project's regular solid waste disposal program. Prior to the issuance of any demolition or construction permit, the applicant shall provide a copy of the receipt or contract from a waste disposal company providing services to the project, specifying recycled waste service(s), to the satisfaction of the Department of Building and Safety. The demolition and construction contractor(s) shall only contract for waste disposal services with a company that recycles demolition and/or construction-related wastes.

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To facilitate onsite separation and recycling of demolition and construction-related wastes, the contractor(s) shall provide temporary waste separation bins onsite during demolition and construction. These bins shall be emptied and recycled accordingly as a part of the project's regular solid waste disposal program. Cumulative Impacts There may be environmental impacts which are individually limited, but significant when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, other current projects, and probable future projects. However, these cumulative impacts will be mitigated to a level of insignificance by imposing the above mitigation measures. End The conditions outlined in this proposed mitigated negative declaration which are not already required by law shall be required as condition(s) of approval by the decision-making body except as noted on the face page of this document. Therefore, it is concluded that no significant impacts are apparent which might result from this project's implementation.

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CITY OF LOS ANGELES

OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK ROOM 395, CITY HALL LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90012 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT

INITIAL STUDY and CHECKLIST

(CEQA Guidelines Section 15063) jLEAD CITY AGENCY: {City of Los Angeles I RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES: Department of City Planning ENVIRONMENTAL CASE: ENV-2008-831-MND PREVIOUS ACTIONS CASE NO.: RELATED CASES: ZA-2008-830-ZAD j Q y^ PROJECT DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT SFD. ENV PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Construction of three new, three-story, approximately 36-foot in height, single-family dwellings (2234 Stanley Hills Drive: 4,143 square feet; 2240 Stanley Hills Drive: 4,434 square feet; and 2244 Stanley Hills Drive: 4,455 square feet) and retaining walls, on three adjacent hillside lots totaling 41,059 square-feet, located within the R1-1 Zone. A Haul Route for the export of a total of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the site is considered; one significant non-protected and 14 protected trees will be affected by the project. The project requires a Zoning Administrator's Determination to waive hillside street improvement requirements from the properties to the edge of the hillside area. ENVIRONMENTAL SETTINGS: The project sites, comprised of three hillside lots, are generally characterized as asoutherly upward-sloping, irregular-shaped, and through parcels of land, having areas of 12,133 square feet (2234 Stanley Hills Drive), 10,608 square feet (2240 Stanley Hills Drive), and 18,318 square feet (2244 Stanley Hills Drive), with frontages totaling 150 feet on the southeast side of Stanley Hills Drive and 333 feet on the northwest side of Wyndham Road; one lot, 2244 Stanley Hills Drive, also has a frontage of 178 feet on the southeastern side of Merrywood Drive. The properties are all located within Flood Zone X, a Hillside Grading area, a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, and a Fault Zone. The properties are largely undeveloped and vacant hillside lots, with the exception of 2244 Stanley Hills Drive, which features the concrete foundation of a prior structure. According to the Tree Report dated August 18, 2008, and prepared by Robert W. Wallace, Certified Consulting Arborist #312, of Tree Life Concern Inc., the properties feature a total of 39 protected tree species over 4 inches in diameter, and two non-protected tree species over 12 inches in diameter. The report further indicates that as a result of the project, five of the protected trees will be removed, two will be transplanted on-site, seven will be impacted by development, and 25 will be unaffected. Both of the two non-protected trees will be removed. As proposed, the project will result in the export of a total of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the sites: 867 cubic yards from 2234 Stanley Hills Drive, 986 cubic yards from 2240 Stanley Hills Drive, and 1,832 cubic yards from 2244 Stanley Hills Drive. Stanley Hills Drive, adjoining the properties on the northwest, is a Substandard Hillside Limited Local Street, dedicated a width of 20 feet, and improved with asphalt roadway, concrete curb, and gutter. Wyndham Road, adjoining the properties on the southeast, is a Substandard Hillside Limited Local Street, dedicated a variable width of approximately 26 feet, and improved with asphalt roadway and berm. Both Stanley Hills Drive and Wyndham Road are further designated as Red Flag streets by the Fire Department. Merrywood Road, adjoining one lot on the northwest, is a designated Local Street, dedicated a substandard width of 20 feet and improved only as a compacted dirt driveway. All of the surrounding adjoining and abutting properties are zoned R1 -1 and characterized by single-family dwellings on hillside lots. Does have significant changes from previous actions. Does NOT have significant changes from previous actions. COUNCIL DISTRICT: CD 5 - JACK WEISS DATE: 10/22/2008

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PROJECT LOCATION: 2234, 2240, 2244 N STANLEY HILLS DRIVE; HOLLYWOOD, 90046 COMMUNITY PLAN AREA: HOLLYWOOD STATUS: AREA PLANNING COMMISSION: CENTRAL CERTIFIED NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL: BEL AIR-BEVERLY CREST j j l

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Determination (To Be Completed By Lead Agency) On the basis of this initial evaluation:
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I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because revisions on the project have been made by or agreed to by the project proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find the proposed, project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. I find the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated" impact on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project, nothing further is required.

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Evaluation Of Environmental Impacts:

1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g., the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific factors as well as general standards (e.g., the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants based on a project-specific screening analysis). All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur, then the checklist answers must indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less that significant with mitigation, or less than significant. "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required. "Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of a mitigation measure has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to "Less Than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, "Earlier Analysis," cross referenced). Earlier analysis must be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR, or negative declaration. Section 15063 (c)(3)(D). In this case, a brief discussion should identify the following: a. b. Earlier Analysis Used. Identify and state where they are available for review. Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less Than Significant With Mitigation Measures Incorporated," describe the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project.

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Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated 7. Supporting Information Sources: A sources list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. 8. This is only a suggested form, and lead agencies are free to use different formats; however, lead agencies should normally address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project's environmental effects in whichever format is selected. 9. The explanation of each issue should identify: a. The significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and b. The mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than significance.

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Environmental Factors Potentially Affected:

The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. 1 y^ |n y^ : \f \f yT AESTHETICS AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES AIR QUALITY BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES CULTURAL RESOURCES GEOLOGY AND SOILS HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS V^ HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY V LAND USE AND PLANNING 1 MINERAL RESOURCES / " NOISE POPULATION AND HOUSING Q jV j Gl i \f i y jy 1 1 j PUBLIC SERVICES RECREATION TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION UTILITIES MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE

INITIAL STUDY CHECKLIST (TobB completed by the Lead City Agency)

Background

PROPONENT NAME: Stanley Hills, LLC APPLICANT ADDRESS: 1061-1/2 N Spaulding Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90046 AGENCY REQUIRING CHECKLIST: Department of City Planning PROPOSAL NAME (if Applicable):

PHONE NUMBER: (323) 822-1750

DATE SUBMITTED: 03/04/2008

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1. AESTHETICS a. HAVE A SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE EFFECT ON A SCENIC VISTA? b. SUBSTANTIALLY DAMAGE SCENIC RESOURCES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, TREES, ROCK OUTCROPPINGS, AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS, OR OTHER LOCALLY RECOGNIZED DESIRABLE AESTHETIC NATURAL FEATURE WITHIN A CITY-DESIGNATED SCENIC HIGHWAY? c. SUBSTANTIALLY DEGRADE THE EXISTING VISUAL CHARACTER OR QUALITY OF THE SITE AND ITS SURROUNDINGS? d. CREATE A NEW SOURCE OF SUBSTANTIAL LIGHT OR GLARE WHICH WOULD ADVERSELY AFFECT DAY OR NIGHTTIME VIEWS IN THE AREA? II. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES a. CONVERT PRIME FARMLAND, UNIQUE FARMLAND, OR FARMLAND OF STATEWIDE IMPORTANCE, AS SHOWN ON THE MAPS PREPARED PURSUANT TO THE FARMLAND MAPPING AND MONITORING PROGRAM OF THE CALIFORNIA RESOURCES AGENCY, TO NON-AGRICULTURAL USE? b. CONFLICT THE EXISTING ZONING FOR AGRICULTURAL USE, OR A WILLIAMSON ACT CONTRACT? c. INVOLVE OTHER CHANGES IN THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT WHICH, DUE TO THEIR LOCATION OR NATURE, COULD RESULT IN CONVERSION OF FARMLAND, TO NON-AGRICULTURAL USE? III. AIR QUALITY a. CONFLICT WITH OR OBSTRUCT IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCAQMD OR CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PLAN? b. VIOLATE ANY AIR QUALITY STANDARD OR CONTRIBUTE SUBSTANTIALLY TO AN EXISTING OR PROJECTED AIR QUALITY VIOLATION? c. RESULT IN A CUMULATIVELY CONSIDERABLE NET INCREASE OF ANY CRITERIA POLLUTANT FOR WHICH THE AIR BASIN IS NON-ATTAINMENT (OZONE, CARBON MONOXIDE, & PM 10) UNDER AN APPLICABLE FEDERAL OR STATE AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARD? d. EXPOSE SENSITIVE RECEPTORS TO SUBSTANTIAL POLLUTANT CONCENTRATIONS? e. CREATE OBJECTIONABLE ODORS AFFECTING A SUBSTANTIAL NUMBER OF PEOPLE? IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
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CONFLICT WITH ANY LOCAL POLICIES OR ORDINANCES PROTECTING BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES, SUCH AS TREE PRESERVATION POLICY OR ORDINANCE (E.G., OAK TREES OR CALIFORNIA WALNUT WOODLANDS)? CONFLICT WITH THE PROVISIONS OF AN ADOPTED HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN, NATURAL COMMUNITY CONSERVATION PLAN, OR OTHER APPROVED LOCAL, REGIONAL, OR STATE HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN? V. CULTURAL RESOURCES a. 1 CAUSE A SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE CHANGE IN SIGNIFICANCE OF A HISTORICAL RESOURCE AS DEFINED IN STATE CEQA 15064.5? b. J CAUSE A SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE CHANGE IN SIGNIFICANCE OF AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCE PURSUANT TO STATE CEQA 15064.5? c. j DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY DESTROY A UNIQUE PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCE OR SITE OR UNIQUE GEOLOGIC FEATURE? d. | DISTURB ANY HUMAN REMAINS, INCLUDING THOSE INTERRED ]OUTSIDE OF FORMALCEMETERIES? VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS EXPOSURE OF PEOPLE OR STRUCTURES TO POTENTIAL SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE EFFECTS, INCLUDING THE RISK OF LOSS, INJURY OR DEATH INVOLVING : RUPTURE OF A KNOWN EARTHQUAKE FAULT, AS DELINEATED ON THE MOST RECENT ALQUIST-PRIOLO EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONING MAP ISSUED BY THE STATE GEOLOGIST FOR THE AREA OR BASED ON OTHER SUBSTANTIAL EVIDENCE OF A KNOWN FAULT? REFER TO DIVISION OF MINES AND GEOLOGY SPECIAL PUBLICATION 42. EXPOSURE OF PEOPLE OR STRUCTURES TO POTENTIAL SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE EFFECTS, INCLUDING THE RISK OF LOSS, INJURY OR DEATH INVOLVING : STRONG SEISMIC GROUND SHAKING? c. EXPOSURE OF PEOPLE OR STRUCTURES TO POTENTIAL SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE EFFECTS, INCLUDING THE RISK OF LOSS, INJURY OR DEATH INVOLVING : SEISMIC-RELATED GROUND FAILURE, INCLUDING LIQUEFACTION? EXPOSURE OF PEOPLE OR STRUCTURES TO POTENTIAL SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE EFFECTS, INCLUDING THE RISK OF LOSS, INJURY OR DEATH INVOLVING : LANDSLIDES? e. i RESULT IN SUBSTANTIAL SOIL EROSION OR THE LOSS OF TOPSOIL? BE LOCATED ON A GEOLOGIC UNIT OR SOIL THAT IS UNSTABLE, OR THAT WOULD BECOME UNSTABLE AS A RESULT OF THE PROJECT, AND POTENTIAL RESULT IN ON- OR OFF-SITE LANDSLIDE, LATERAL SPREADING, SUBSIDENCE, LIQUEFACTION, OR COLLAPSE? g- BE LOCATED ON EXPANSIVE SOIL, AS DEFINED IN TABLE 18-1-B OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE (1994), CREATING SUBSTANTIAL RISKS TO LIFE OR PROPERTY? h. HAVE SOILS INCAPABLE OF ADEQUATELY SUPPORTING THE USE OF SEPTIC TANKS OR ALTERNATIVE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL SYSTEMS WHERE SEWERS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE DISPOSAL OF WASTE WATER? VII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS CREATE A SIGNIFICANT HAZARD TO THE PUBLIC OR THE . ENVIRONMENT THROUGH THE ROUTINE TRANSPORT, USE, OR i DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS? b. CREATE A SIGNIFICANT HAZARD TO THE PUBLIC OR THE ENVIRONMENT THROUGH REASONABLY FORESEEABLE UPSET AND ACCIDENT CONDITIONS INVOLVING THE RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INTO THE ENVIRONMENT?

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c. EMIT HAZARDOUS EMISSIONS OR HANDLE HAZARDOUS OR ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, SUBSTANCES, OR WASTE WITHIN ONE-QUARTER MILE OF AN EXISTING OR PROPOSED SCHOOL? d. BE LOCATED ON A SITE WHICH IS INCLUDED ON A LIST OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SITES COMPILED PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65962.5 AND, AS A RESULT, WOULD IT CREATE A SIGNIFICANT HAZARD TO THE PUBLIC OR THE ENVIRONMENT? e. FOR A PROJECT LOCATED WITHIN AN AIRPORT LAND USE PLAN OR, WHERE SUCH A PLAN HAS NOT BEEN ADOPTED, WITHIN TWO MILES OF A PUBLIC AIRPORT OR PUBLIC USE AIRPORT, WOULD THE PROJECT RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD FOR PEOPLE RESIDING OR WORKING IN THE PROJECT AREA? f. FOR A PROJECT WITHIN THE VICINITY OF A PRIVATE AIRSTRIP, WOULD THE PROJECT RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD FOR THE PEOPLE RESIDING OR WORKING IN THE AREA? 9- IMPAIR IMPLEMENTATION OF OR PHYSICALLY INTERFERE WITH AN ADOPTED EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN OR EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN? h. EXPOSE PEOPLE OR STRUCTURES TO A SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS, INJURY OR DEATH INVOLVING WILDLAND FIRES, INCLUDING WHERE WILDLANDS ARE ADJACENT TO URBANIZED AREAS OR WHERE RESIDENCES ARE INTERMIXED WITH WILDLANDS? VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY a. VIOLATE ANY WATER QUALITY STANDARDS OR WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS? b. SUBSTANTIALLY DEPLETE GROUNDWATER SUPPLIES OR INTERFERE WITH GROUNDWATER RECHARGE SUCH THAT THERE WOULD BE A NET DEFICIT IN AQUIFER VOLUME OR A LOWERING OF THE LOCAL GROUNDWATER TABLE LEVEL (E.G., THE PRODUCTION RATE OF PRE-EXISTING NEARBY WELLS WOULD DROP TO A LEVEL WHICH WOULD NOT SUPPORT EXISTING LAND USES OR PLANNED LAND USES FOR WHICH PERMITS HAVE BEEN GRANTED)? c. SUBSTANTIALLY ALTER THE EXISTING DRAINAGE PATTERN OF THE SITE OR AREA, INCLUDING THROUGH THE ALTERATION OF THE COURSE OF A STREAM OR RIVER, IN A MANNER WHICH WOULD RESULT IN SUBSTANTIAL EROSION OR SILTATION ON- OR OFF-SITE? d. SUBSTANTIALLY ALTER THE EXISTING DRAINAGE PATTERN OF THE SITE OR AREA, INCLUDING THROUGH THE ALTERATION OF THE COURSE OF A STREAM OR RIVER, OR SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASE THE RATE OR AMOUNT OF SURFACE RUNOFF IN AN MANNER WHICH WOULD RESULT IN FLOODING ON- OR OFF SITE? e. CREATE OR CONTRIBUTE RUNOFF WATER WHICH WOULD EXCEED THE CAPACITY OF EXISTING OR PLANNED STORMWATER DRAINAGE SYSTEMS OR PROVIDE SUBSTANTIAL ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF POLLUTED RUNOFF? f.; OTHERWISE SUBSTANTIALLY DEGRADE WATER QUALITY? 9- ; PLACE HOUSING WITHIN A 100-YEAR FLOOD PLAIN AS MAPPED ON FEDERAL FLOOD HAZARD BOUNDARY OR FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP OR OTHER FLOOD HAZARD DELINEATION MAP? h. PLACE WITHIN A 100-YEAR FLOOD PLAIN STRUCTURES WHICH WOULD IMPEDE OR REDIRECT FLOOD FLOWS? i. EXPOSE PEOPLE OR STRUCTURES TO A SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS, INJURY OR DEATH INVOLVING FLOODING, INCLUDING FLOODING AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE OF A LEVEE OR DAM? j- INUNDATION BY SEICHE, TSUNAMI, OR MUDFLOW? IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING

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b. CONFLICT WITH APPLICABLE LAND USE PLAN, POLICY OR REGULATION OF AN AGENCY WITH JURISDICTION OVER THE PROJECT (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE GENERAL PLAN, SPECIFIC PLAN, COASTAL PROGRAM, OR ZONING ORDINANCE) ADOPTED FOR THE PURPOSE OF AVOIDING OR MITIGATING AN ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECT? c. CONFLICT WITH ANY APPLICABLE HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN OR NATURAL COMMUNITY CONSERVATION PLAN? X. MINERAL RESOURCES a. RESULT IN THE LOSS OF AVAILABILITY OF A KNOWN MINERAL RESOURCE THAT WOULD BE OF VALUE TO THE REGION AND THE RESIDENTS OF THE STATE? ;b. RESULT IN THE LOSS OF AVAILABILITY OF A LOCALLY-IMPORTANT MINERAL RESOURCE RECOVERY SITE DELINEATED ON A LOCAL GENERAL PLAN, SPECIFIC PLAN, OR OTHER LAND USE PLAN? XL NOISE j a. EXPOSURE OF PERSONS TO OR GENERATION OF NOISE IN LEVEL IN EXCESS OF STANDARDS ESTABLISHED IN THE LOCAL GENERAL PLAN OR NOISE ORDINANCE, OR APPLICABLE STANDARDS OF OTHER ] AGENCIES? I ;b. EXPOSURE OF PEOPLE TO OR GENERATION OF EXCESSIVE GROUNDBORNE VIBRATION OR GROUNDBORNE NOISE LEVELS?
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d . A SUBSTANTIAL TEMPORARY OR PERIODIC INCREASE IN AMBIENT NOISE LEVELS IN THE PROJECT VICINITY ABOVE LEVELS EXISTING WITHOUT THE PROJECT? e. FOR A PROJECT LOCATED WITHIN AN AIRPORT LAND USE PLAN OR, WHERE SUCH A PLAN HAS NOT BEEN ADOPTED, WITHIN TWO MILES OF A PUBLIC AIRPORT OR PUBLIC USE AIRPORT, WOULD THE PROJECT EXPOSE PEOPLE RESIDING OR WORKING IN THE PROJECT AREA TO EXCESSIVE NOISE LEVELS? f. FOR A PROJECT WITHIN THE VICINITY OF A PRIVATE AIRSTRIP, WOULD THE PROJECT EXPOSE PEOPLE RESIDING OR WORKING IN THE PROJECT AREA TO EXCESSIVE NOISE LEVELS? XII. POPULATION AND HOUSING a. INDUCE SUBSTANTIAL POPULATION GROWTH IN AN AREA EITHER DIRECTLY (FOR EXAMPLE, BY PROPOSING NEW HOMES AND BUSINESSES) OR INDIRECTLY (FOR EXAMPLE, THROUGH EXTENSION OF ROADS OR OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE)? b. DISPLACE SUBSTANTIAL NUMBERS OF EXISTING HOUSING NECESSITATING THE CONSTRUCTION OF REPLACEMENT HOUSING ELSEWHERE?
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a. WOULD THE PROJECT INCREASE THE USE OF EXISTING NEIGHBORHOOD AND REGIONAL PARKS OR OTHER RECREATIONAL FACILITIES SUCH THAT SUBSTANTIAL PHYSICAL DETERIORATION OF THE FACILITY WOULD OCCUR OR BE ACCELERATED? b. DOES THE PROJECT INCLUDE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES OR REQUIRE THE CONSTRUCTION OR EXPANSION OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES WHICH MIGHT HAVE AN ADVERSE PHYSICAL EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT? XV. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION a. CAUSE AN INCREASE IN TRAFFIC WHICH IS SUBSTANTIAL IN RELATION TO THE EXISTING TRAFFIC LOAD AND CAPACITY OF THE STREET SYSTEM (I.E., RESULT IN A SUBSTANTIAL INCREASE IN EITHER THE NUMBER OF VEHICLE TRIPS, THE VOLUME TO RATIO CAPACITY ON ROADS, OR CONGESTION AT INTERSECTIONS)? b. EXCEED, EITHER INDIVIDUALLY OR CUMULATIVELY, A LEVEL OF SERVICE STANDARD ESTABLISHED BY THE COUNTY CONGESTION MANAGEMENT AGENCY FOR DESIGNATED ROADS OR HIGHWAYS? c. RESULT IN A CHANGE IN AIR TRAFFIC PATTERNS, INCLUDING EITHER AN INCREASE IN TRAFFIC LEVELS OR A CHANGE IN LOCATION THAT RESULTS IN SUBSTANTIAL SAFETY RISKS? d. SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASE HAZARDS TO A DESIGN FEATURE (E.G., SHARP CURVES OR DANGEROUS INTERSECTIONS) OR INCOMPATIBLE USES (E.G., FARM EQUIPMENT)? e. RESULT IN INADEQUATE EMERGENCY ACCESS? f. RESULT IN INADEQUATE PARKING CAPACITY? g- CONFLICT WITH ADOPTED POLICIES, PLANS, OR PROGRAMS SUPPORTING ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION (E.G., BUS TURNOUTS, BICYCLE RACKS)? XVI. UTILITIES a. EXCEED WASTEWATER TREATMENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE APPLICABLE REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD? b. REQUIRE OR RESULT IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WATER OR WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES OR EXPANSION OF EXISTING FACILITIES, THE CONSTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD CAUSE SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS? c. REQUIRE OR RESULT IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW STORMWATER DRAINAGE FACILITIES OR EXPANSION OF EXISTING FACILITIES, THE CONSTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD CAUSE SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS? d. HAVE SUFFICIENT WATER SUPPLIES AVAILABLE TO SERVE THE PROJECT FROM EXISTING ENTITLEMENTS AND RESOURCE, OR ARE NEW OR EXPANDED ENTITLEMENTS NEEDED? e. RESULT IN A DETERMINATION BY THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PROVIDER WHICH SERVES OR MAY SERVE THE PROJECT THAT IT HAS ADEQUATE CAPACITY TO SERVE THE PROJECTS PROJECTED DEMAND IN ADDITION TO THE PROVIDERS f. BE SERVED BY A LANDFILL WITH SUFFICIENT PERMITTED CAPACITY TO ACCOMMODATE THE PROJECTS SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL NEEDS? g- COMPLY WITH FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL STATUTES AND REGULATIONS RELATED TO SOLID WASTE? XVII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE a. DOES THE PROJECT HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO DEGRADE THE QUALITY OF THE ENVIRONMENT, SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCE THE HABITAT OF FISH OR WILDLIFE SPECIES, CAUSE A FISH OR WILDLIFE POPULATION TO DROP BELOW SELF-SUSTAINING LEVELS, THREATEN TO ELIMINATE A PLANT OR ANIMAL COMMUNITY, REDUCE THE NUMBER OR RESTRICT THE RANGE OF A RARE OR ENDANGERED PLANT OR ANIMAL OR ELIMINATE IMPORTANT EXAMPLES OF THE

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MAJOR PERIODS OF CALIFORNIA HISTORY OR PREHISTORY? b. DOES THE PROJECT HAVE IMPACTS WHICH ARE INDIVIDUALLY LIMITED, BUT CUMULATIVELY CONSIDERABLE? (CUMULATIVELY CONSIDERABLE MEANS THAT THE INCREMENTAL EFFECTS OF AN INDIVIDUAL PROJECT ARE CONSIDERABLE WHEN VIEWED IN CONNECTION WITH THE EFFECTS OF PAST PROJECTS, THE EFFECTS OF OTHER CURRENT PROJECTS, AND THE EFFECTS OF PROBABLE FUTURE PROJECTS). c. DOES THE PROJECT HAVE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS WHICH CAUSE SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE EFFECTS ON HUMAN BEINGS, EITHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY?

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D I S C U S S I O N O F T H E E N V I R O N M E N T A L E V A L U A T I O N (Attach additional sheets if necessary)

The Environmental Impact Assessment includes the use of official City of Los Angeles and other government source reference materials related to various environmental impact categories (e.g., Hydrology, Air Quality, Biology, Cultural Resources, etc.). The State of California, Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology - Seismic Hazard Maps and reports, are used to identify potential future significant seismic events; including probable magnitudes, liquefaction, and landslide hazards. Based on applicant information provided in the Master Land Use Application and Environmental Assessment Form, impact evaluations were based on stated facts contained therein, including but not limited to, reference materials indicated above, field investigation of the project site, and any other reliable reference materials known at the time. Project specific impacts were evaluated based on all relevant facts indicated in the Environmental Assessment Form and expressed through the applicant's project description and supportive materials. Both the Initial Study Checklist and Checklist Explanations, in conjunction with the City of Los Angeles's Adopted Thresholds Guide and CEQA Guidelines, were used to reach reasonable conclusions on environmental impacts as mandated under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The project as identified in the project description may cause potentially significant impacts on the environment without mitigation. Therefore, this environmental analysis concludes that a Mitigated Negative Declaration shall be issued to avoid and mitigate all potential adverse impacts on the environment by the imposition of mitigation measures and/or conditions contained and expressed in this document; the environmental case file known asENV-2008-831-MND and the associated case(s), ZA-2008-830-ZAD . Finally, based on the fact that these impacts can be feasibly mitigated to less than significant, and based on the findings and thresholds for Mandatory Findings of Significance as described in the California Environmental Quality Act, section 15065, the overall project impact(s) on the environment (after mitigation) will not: Substantially degrade environmental quality. Substantially reduce fish or wildlife habitat. Cause a fish or wildlife habitat to drop below self sustaining levels. Threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community. Reduce number, or restrict range of a rare, threatened, or endangered species. Eliminate important examples of major periods of California history or prehistory. Achieve short-term goals to the disadvantage of long-term goals. Result in environmental effects that are individually limited but cumulatively considerable. Result in environmental effects that will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: All supporting documents and references are contained in the Environmental Case File referenced above and may be viewed in the EIR Unit, Room 763, City Hall. For City information, addresses and phone numbers: visit the City's website at http://www.lacity.org ; City Planning - and Zoning Information Mapping Automated System (ZIMAS) cityplanning.lacity.org/ or EIR Unit, City Hall, 200 N Spring Street, Room 763. Seismic Hazard Maps - http://gmw.consrv.ca.gov/shmp/ Engineering/Infrastructure/Topographic Maps/Parcel Information - http://boemaps.eng.ci.la.ca.us/index01.htm or City's main website under the heading "Navigate LA". PREPARED BY: JONATHAN HERSHEY TITLE: City Planning Associate TELEPHONE NO.: DATE:

(213)978-1349

10/23/2008

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APPENDIX A: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS EXPLANATION TABLE

1. A E S T H E T I C S a. NO IMPACT The project is located at the foot of an uphill slope; the project does not propose to exceed the maximum heights permitted for development upon the property. The project does not impact any recognized scenic vistas. Though the project proposes the removal of existing trees on the property, it is not located adjacent to or within an identified scenic highway corridor; impacts related " to the tree removal are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures IV e and IV f. The project proposes the development of three vacant hillside lots with three new single-family dwellings and retaining walls; the project will alter the visual characteristic of the existing properties. 10, I b 1 , l b 2 The proposed development does not exceed the intensity of level of development otherwise permitted on the site; the project is required to observe and comply with standard hillside development guidelines; further, a Landscape Plan is required to be submitted for review and approval.

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

c.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

d.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

The project proposes the development I d of three vacant hillside lots with three All exterior light sources are required new single-family dwellings; exterior to be shielded from view. lighting may adversely impact surrounding residential uses.

II. A G R I C U L T U R A L R E S O U R C E S a. NO IMPACT The property is located within a hillside area and is zoned for single-family residential development and use. The property is neither permitted for agricultural use, nor has a history of such use in the past. The property is located within a hillside area and is zoned for single-family residential development and use. There is no Williamson Act Contract recorded against the use and development of the properties. The property is located within a hillside area and is zoned for single-family residential development and use. The property is not located within the vicinity of any active agricultural use.

b.

NO IMPACT

c.

NO IMPACT

111. A I R Q U A L I T Y

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a.

NO IMPACT

The project proposes the construction, use, and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings; the project does not result in any impacts to implementation of any congestion management or air quality plans. The project will result in localized impacts to air quality due to short term construction activities; however, the impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VI b and VI e. The project will result in localized impacts to air quality due to short term construction activities; however, the impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VI b and VI e. The property is located within the Ill d1 South Coast Air Basin, which is The project is required to incorporate an air filtration system. non-attainment for concentrations of airborne particulate matter; the project will result in the long-term exposure of additional people. The project proposes three new single-family dwellings; the project will not result in the generation of objectionable odors.

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

c.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

d.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

e.

NO IMPACT

IV. B I O L O G I C A L R E S O U R C E S a. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED The project proposes the removal of several trees which may harbor nesting birds. The project is located in a hillside area, and does not contain any known riparian or wetland areas; the property is not located within any locally-designated sensitive ecological areas. The project is located in a hillside area, and does not contain any known wetland areas, nor would development of the site significantly impact such areas downstream of the project area. The project proposes the removal of existing trees on the property; however, the associated impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures IV d, IV e, and IV f. The project p r o p o s e s the removal, relocation, and protection of protected and s i g n i f i c a n t non-protected trees on and adjacent to the property. IV e, IV g Trees p r o p o s e d for removal/relocation are required to be r e p l a c e d ; trees that are encroached upon are required to be protected. IV d Trees are not permitted to be removed while they contain, or are in proximity to nesting birds.

b.

NO IMPACT

c.

NO IMPACT

d.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

e.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

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f.

NO IMPACT

The property is not located within an adopted habitat, natural community, or conservation plan. The project proposes to develop three vacant lots; there are no existing designated historic-cultural monuments or structures on the property or within the vicinity that would be impacted. The project proposes a cumulative export of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the project sites, potentially revealing and/or disturbing unknown archaeological resources. Vb Discovery of potentially significant finds requires cessation of work; appropriate documentation and evaluation of the find; and preservation, conservation, and/or removal of the resource prior to continuation. Vc Discovery of potentially significant finds requires cessation of work; appropriate documentation and evaluation of the find; and preservation, conservation, and/or removal of the resource prior to continuation. Vb Discovery of potentially significant finds requires cessation of work; appropriate documentation and evaluation of the find; and preservation, conservation, and removal of the remains prior to continuation.

V. CULTURAL RESOURCES a. NO IMPACT

b.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

c.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

The project proposes a cumulative export of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the site, potentially revealing and/or disturbing unknown paleontological or geologic resources.

d.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

The project proposes a cumulative export of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the site, potentially revealing and/or disturbing unknown human remains.

VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project is located within the Southern California region, which is crossed by many active faults; the property is located within a Fault Zone. However, the fault trace is located approximately 1 mile northwesterly of the property, and potential impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VI 0 and VI aii. The property is located within a Fault Zone.

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b.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

VI aii The project is required to observe and comply with stricter construction standards.

c. d.

NO IMPACT NO IMPACT

The property is not located within an identified as at-risk for liquefaction. The property is not located within an area identified as at-risk for landslide.

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e.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

The project proposes a cumulative export of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the site, and the construction of three new single-family dwellings on hillside lots. The project will result in exposure of the topsoil to erosion. The project proposes the development of three new single-family dwellings on hillside lots; the project further proposes excavation and exportation of a total of approximately 3,685 cubic yards of dirt from the project sites. The property is not located in an area identified as at-risk for expansive soil. The project is required to connect to municipal sewer lines. The project proposes the development, use, and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on vacant lots; the project does not involve the transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials. The project proposes the development, use, and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on vacant lots; the project does not involve the transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials, and therefore will not result in a foreseeable accidental release of hazardous materials. The project proposes the development, use, and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on vacant lots; the project does not involve the emission or handling of toxic or hazardous materials or substances within one-quarter mile of a school. The project properties are three vacant hillside lots; the properties are not found within any list or database of hazardous materials sites. The property is not located within 2 miles of any airport or airport land use plan. The properties are not located within the vicinity of any private airstrip. The project proposes the construction, use, and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on presently vacant hillside lots; the property is located within an area identified as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and fronts on a substandard Limited Hillside Local Street. However, the impacts are reduced to a

VI b, VI e The project is required to observe standard grading and hillside construction mitigation measures.

f.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

VI 0 The project is required to comply with site-specific engineering measures as required by the Department of Building and Safety.

gh.

NO IMPACT NO IMPACT

VII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS a. NO IMPACT

b.

NO IMPACT

c.

NO IMPACT

d.

NO IMPACT

e. f. g-

NO IMPACT NO IMPACT LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

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Explanation

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less than significant level through compliance with measures VI b, VI e, XIII a, XIII c2, XIII e, andXVf4. h. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project proposes the construction, use, and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on presently vacant hillside lots; the property is located within an area identified as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. However, the impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VI b, VI e, XIII a, XIII c2, XIII e, and XV f4. The project proposes the development, use, and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on vacant lots; the project does not require wastewater pre-treatment prior to discharge into the municipal wastewater system. The project will result in the development of three new single-family dwellings on vacant lots; the project will result in decreased stormwater infiltration. However, the impact to the groundwater table is less than significant because the project does not propose a use, intensity of development, or area of impermeable surface otherwise unanticipated for the zone, and impacts are further reduced .through compliance with measure Vlll d . The project will result in the development of three new single-family dwellings on vacant lots; the project will result in increased erosion and/or siltation. However, the impact is reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures I b2 and Vlll d . The project will result in the development of three new single-famiiy dwellings on vacant lots; the project will result in decreased stormwater infiltration. However, the impact is reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures I b2 and Vlll c1. The project proposes development of three vacant hillside lots, resulting in decreased stormwater infiltration and increased stormwater runoff. The properties are located within Flood Zone X, a 500-year flood zone. The properties are located within Flood Zone X, a 500-year flood zone. j Vlll d The project is required to incorporate standard stormwater runoff mitigation measures.

Vlll. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY a. NO IMPACT

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

c.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

d.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

e.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

f. gh.

NO IMPACT NO IMPACT NO IMPACT

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Explanation

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i.

NO IMPACT

The properties are not located in an area identified as at-risk for flooding due to dam or levee failure. The properties are not located in an area identified as at-risk for inundation due to seiche, tsunami, or mudflow.

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NO IMPACT

IX. L A N D U S E A N D P L A N N I N G a. NO IMPACT The project is proposed on three record lots having areas greater than the minimum required by the zone; the project has not requested considerations to exceed the use, intensity, height, mass, or bulk otherwise permitted for the properties. Routine construction, use, and maintenance of the project will result in increased greenhouse gas emissions. 1X0 The project is required to enhance construction, use, and maintenance efficiency; compliance with measures XVI d and XVI f result in further reductions which reduce the emission impacts to a less than significant level.

b.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

c.

NO IMPACT

The project is not located within any adopted habitat or natural community conservation plan.

X. MINERAL R E S O U R C E S a. NO IMPACT The properties are not located in an area with known mineral resources of state and/or regional value, nor would the project result in a loss of access to such areas. The properties are not located in an area with known mineral resources of local value, nor would the project result in a loss of access to such areas.

b.

NO IMPACT

XI. NOISE a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT Short-term excavation, grading, and construction activities may result in local noise impacts; however, the impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VI b, VI e, and Short-term excavation, grading, and construction activities may result in groundborne noise and vibration impacts; however, the impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VI b and VI e. The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; the project will result in a permanent increased in ambient noise levels, however, the anticipated increase does

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

c.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

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not meet or exceed guideline thresholds of significance for ambient noise impacts. d. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED Short-term excavation, grading, and construction activities may result in local noise impacts. XI 0 The applicant is required to notify surrounding residents of impending construction activities; the impacts are further reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VI b2 and VI e.

e. f.

NO IMPACT NO IMPACT

The property is not located within 2 miles of any airport or airport land use plan. The properties are not located within the vicinity of any private airstrip.

XII. P O P U L A T I O N A N D H O U S I N G a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; the project will result in an incremental increase in population; however, the impact does not meet or exceed guideline thresholds of significance for potentially adverse growth-inducing impacts. The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; there are no existing housing on the project site that would be displaced. The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; no net loss of dwelling units is proposed.

b.

NO IMPACT

c.

NO IMPACT

XIII. P U B L I C S E R V I C E S a. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings o n three presently vacant hillside lots; the properties front o n a s u b s t a n d a r d limited hillside local street, and is located within an area identified as a very high fire hazard severity z o n e . The project will result in an increased demand for fire department service. The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; the project will result in increased demand for police department service; however, the increase does not meet or exceed guideline thresholds of significance for adverse impact on existing police services. XIII a Project plans are required to be s u b m i t t e d to the Fire Department f o r review and approval; further, the impact is reduced to a less than significant level t h r o u g h c o m p l i a n c e with measures VI e, XV f4, and XV e.

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

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c.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

Short-term construction-related activities may impact student access and safety to Wonderland Avenue Elementary School.

XIII c2 The project is required to incorporate measures to ensure student safety near the construction site, and minimize impairment of access through Stanley Hills Drive at the beginning and end of school hours of operation.

d.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; the project will result in increased demand for park services; however, the increase does not meet or exceed guideline thresholds of significance for adverse impact on existing park services. The project fronts on a substandard limited hillside local street. XIII e The applicant is required to comply with the recommendation of the Bureau of Engineering regarding improvement of the adjacent public right-of-way.

e.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

XIV. RECREATION a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; the project will result in increased demand on existing recreational facilities; however, the increase does not meet or exceed guideline thresholds of significance for adverse impact on existing facilities. The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; the project will result in increased demand on existing recreational facilities; however, the increase does not meet or exceed guideline thresholds of significance to require new or expanded recreational facilities. The project will result in a short-term traffic impact due to construction activities; however, the impacts are reduced to a less than significant levej through compliance with measures VI b, VI e, and XV f4. The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings; short-term construction-related traffic will impact local intersections; however, the impacts do not meet or exceed guideline thresholds of significance for adverse impact on street

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

XV. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

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intersection level of service. c. d. NO IMPACT POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED The project is not located in an area at-risk for air traffic conflicts. The project may have incorporated a hazardous design in the proposed vehicle access to the public right-of-way. The project is located in a hillside area, in a Very High Fire Hazard severity Zone, and fronts on a substandard limited hillside local street. The property fronts on a substandard limited hillside street, with restricted curbside parking availability. XV d Project plans are required to be submitted to the Department of Transportation and the Bureau of Engineering for review and approval. XV e Project plans are required to be submitted to the Department of Transportation and the Bureau of Engineering for review and approval. XV f4 The applicant is required to submit a construction-phase parking and equipment/material staging plan for review and approval.

e.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

f.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

g-

NO IMPACT

The project is not located in an area with alternative transportation requirements.

X V I . UTILITIES a. NO IMPACT The project will result in the use and maintenance of three new single-family dwellings on three presently vacant lots; the project is not required to pre-treat wastewater prior to disposal in the municipal wastewater system. The project will result in increased water demand and wastewater generation; however, the impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measure XVI d. The project will result in increased stormwater runoff; however, the impact is reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures VIII d and XIII e. The project will result in increased water demand. XVI d The project is required to incorporate enhanced water conservation measures to minimize increased water demand.

b.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

c.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

d.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

e.

LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The project will result in increased wastewater generation; however, the impact is reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measure XVI d. The project will result in the generation of construction waste. XVI f The applicant is required to implement, utilize, and maintain a construction waste recycling program to minimize total solid waste sent to area landfills.

f.

POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED

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Impact?

Explanation

Mitigation Measures

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g-

NO IMPACT

The project is required to comply with all applicable regulations regarding disposal of solid waste; solid waste generation impacts are further reduced through compliance with measure XVI f.

XVII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE a. b. NO IMPACT POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED The project will have a cumulative impact on greenhouse gas emissions and water demand. XVIIb The impacts are reduced to a less than significant level through compliance with measures IX 0, XVI d, and XVI f.

c.

NO IMPACT

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