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HomeMy WebLinkAbout029-050-001\ n 1 PLANNI111(3 (SxS_ SION_s ii.Y-BHEIET "OR_®,�7 1 B 1 7 a >d Meyer Logi187-12-01-04 APPLICANT«.v.....,.r.........�.w...�..�.._.«�.»,.....,,,_.....w..�......,.....,...Y.,�.«. ,. _ «,,..», P:O. Box 678, Biggs, CA. 95917 1�DDRES5_lM.... Sand � y� Den z, Rt. 1 Box 307D, Willowsa CA 95988 ^ Tentative lVaivcr Application to divi�l.e 798 acres to pAoJECT DESCRIPTIO N - _ create 4 parcels, 226 acres, 230 acres, 1.60 acres - and 182 ,trt_�t'c�s.�.r�_ LOCATxON,r., on the north side of State highway 1 62, easta q i` j)2y Creek,... .lw. Ricjivale area .� .....�..�.r .., w« ._. r._ ..._.}.: .� ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER(S) _ 29-05-01, 29-06-08 A-40 GFta i AL P1,A�"t Orchard F, P'ROJ'ECT C`i()*tQq j:S'.VE64T? ONTNG �..: �:_..r..-....-y--> ry --.• GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE REPORT__ .�..� b �..r,.�.� ._..x,. DATE OF YPPLI:CANT SIG ArPD'W LAND CONSERVATION ACT December 1, 1987 DATEA'FPT,1:C1�`"IC7R� 1t�aC::1�IVEt�„_...._._. Rolls Anderson & Rolls ,AGk;NTrso�7v'EYOx/cx�rxL 'Ei�CINLEzt ' 965 Bir Street Chico CA 95928 ADDRESS DATE PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION -- DATE AND nA'IOATTON NEGATIVE DECLARATION - DATE ADOPTED _,�,.;: «.w.....rW«....,..,,,.�::.�w M T' 1 A�'1�;t) Z1EC, U� C L1�1tAT tJN - DN.V2, 7?,D0�1�r1'l r,tFn'tt trrt R►r-DhTE S ATI:� .. ♦. st+..d...f++«..u�✓:+..f�wiM+1e .M..r.�. .'Y.�.J ... ..w« ryMr4 r..•:.«=.Vtas;aiyvt+u,k�{w���a .,♦ .rry yra �y y�7 y DAT" y� t 1 ?t,i17► �:(/A"11'�T•', [r i:�l:� A�Ii� i'1 IN i 4=t1T" NOV18011Y r OIFINC ' ADVISORY AGENG') A} PtALED Ar jjEAL L�r.i�l Nd►a ►"�ti`I'1,C)N �la......,«,«.r..a.�+w•w«x�raw.w.w««>�r+�..w,r+.�.r:a..a. .rwr......»wrww++a. a»w' �,. .,... .r.�.a 1'011 PLANNING iSRLr lC111 8 m,JRi .`.1�5 URihPS Sr'/t.�kG.L G"YfA/ 'T"f c4rs -s em v k.-!?' - 7-85 _ _ _ of TDr".T:C.xR.MTt-j0 roN M: Butte County in office of Planning a _11ell al Planning DapartDlullt 1400 Tenth Street) Ym 121 r zl 7 County Cent(tr Drive Sacramento, CA 9581.4 5 1988 oroville, CA 95,965 or CANDACE J, GrRLj8as, Bijua Co. Clerk X County Clerk G EMER, Deputy County of Butte By 0 Filing of Notice of Determinationcompliance compliance with Section 21108 or 21152 of the Public Ilesources Code, project Title AP 11 Tentative Waiver Apr)licatioh 29-05-01, 29-06-08 Ed Meyer Telephone .. .... ....... . .. . .. ......... .. . tac�t Person State Clearinghouse Number con (if submitted to Clearinghouse) John Mendonsa, Public Works (916) 5218-7266 — ------ Project Location on the north side of State Highway 162, east of Dry Creek, Richvale area. project Description Tentative Waiver Application to divide 798 acres to create 4 parcels) 226 acres, 230 acres, 160 acr�5 and 18 s is to advise that the Butte Count P'dv'sory Agency Thi (Lead Agency or Responsible Agency) he above-described project on . Febvaal`y' 1, 1988 and has made has approved t (Date) the following determinations regarding the above-described Project' 1. The project will, X will nnt, have a Significant effect on the environment, -2. An Envit(nMental Impact Report Was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA, X A Negative oeclaratioft was prepared for this project pursuant to the proVi8ibnS of C9QA. 3, lls a condition Of the it I1p re X were nut, made ',ation measures we approval of the project: x wits not) adopted 4. A statement Of ovorridihg considerations for this project. Thisis to Certify that the fifta . 1 EIR with comments and responses and record of project approval is available to t1lo gonoral public at- Butte county Planning Department. 7 County UntUr Drive orovillew CA 95965 Date Received for Filing and Posting at OPH SignaLI Bill TMvIrpint senio:'' 14akel1 15186 ` tie ®0 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS WILLIAM (Bill) CHEFF, Director DulierCo. .Planning CoeluT0.7 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE , OROVILLE, CALWORNIA 95965 CERTI7'TED MAIL rr 7'cicph4nor (91 b) $�0.7681 FEB � �`n ��� RONALD D, A1eELR0Y Orovlllei, Califorwa Doputy Ditocto� February 1, 1983 Pd Meyer RP: AP 29-05-01, 29-06-08 P. 0, fox 678 Waivo-r .ApplicalJon Biggs, CA 9591.7 Dear Mr,. Meyer! At the regular meeting of the Butte County Advisory Agency hold on February 1, 19880 the Agency adapted a negative declaration of, environmental :impact and approved the waiver application on the above-referenced property subject to the conditions listed on the attached sheet. If no appeals are timely filed--within ten (10) days of the date of the Advisory Agency's approval---with the Clerk of the board of Supervisors, this action will be final. When the conditions of approval are complied with, it will be in order for yotr to file .your "final: map" with the Butte County Department of Public Works for recordation within 'twenty-.four (24) months of the date of approval by the Advisory Agency. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact this office: Very truly yours, William Chef f Director of Public Works Nai 2si rtendonsa Astnnt Director JM/ds attnchment CC! Planning Departmetlt 8nvironmental Health Department Rblls, Andorson and Rolls l:rl Avyor, Waiver Applicot°ion, All 29-u5-01, 29-06-08, 4 parcels on the north side or SLIte Haghw�ty 162, east of Dry creel:. Riclivald 1.)"10, Engineer': Rolls, Anderson and Ro:l.l 9 I'Liblic Work's conditions-. Obtain encroachment permit ;for all driveways, new or existing and construct to county standards. Pay any delinquent taxes or current taxes as required. Provide 60 ft. access easement to parcels 2 and 3. 4 Construct R8 -8 -LD -I road to parcels 2 and 3 or place nke in deeds re roads being constructed prior to issuance OF any development permits. Planning Dept. condidtiont 5 Deeds or maps shall carry no reference to aircraft runways, duster strips, etc., in the vicinity of the access easement to Parcels 2 and 3. Health Dept. condition 6 Place statement on the map '"These parcels are not approved for placement of a sewage disposal. system," .�a ^ � ,; Inter-Departnaeatal),Memorandum Butte County Advisory Agency' Tot FROW planning Director su©JEM REPORT ON TENTATIVE WAIVER APPLICATION FOR ED MEYER ON AP#29-05-01:, 29-06-08 DATE�ti January 21, 1988 This is a proposal., to divide 798 acres to create 4 parcels, 226 acres, 230 acres, 160 acres and 182 acres. The present zoning is A-40 (Agricultural, 40 acre parcels). The Land Use Plan Map of the Butte County General Plan designates this area as orchard & Field Crops, There are no specific or community plans for the area. The proposal does not conflict with County zoning nor any adopted or proposed element of the Butte County General Plan nor any County, specific or community plan. Recommend approval subject to the following condition: 1. Deeds or maps shall carry no reference to aircraft runways, duster strips, etc., in the vicinity of the access easement to Parcels 02 and 3 RH:11 jmc CC: Rolls, Anderson & Rolls Ed Meyer UI* CiII,I"Y'li IiN'VI RONMEN`t'Al, C.I II C:IMI s't l Ul ht 0 1l1c`Tl�r I,caGl Ai;ctGyj l,a� 11 87-12-01-04 I Ii11C:Kt�ltc)t1NI) All 11 29-05-01, 29-06.08 1 . Name %)I' 1� ropolwllt Ed Meyer Addross kkl l)rolmll(Irlt :Ilrk} rel)rk�a{=nfiltivr (ir Applicable) . 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ENVIRONMENTAL ACTS xp anations--oT 1 ryes" and "maybe" answers are required on attached sheet(s)) 1. EARTH. Will the proposal result in • 1 YES MAYBE NO -- a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or .. 'soil? c. overcovering of the Change in topography or ground surface `X—� relief features: , • d: Destruction, covering or modific.any atiQn of e, -unique geologic or physical features? Increase in wind or wator erosion - of soils, either f. on or off-site? e p Changes in deposition or -erosion ol,beach � sSnds, or changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which may modify .the channel of a river' or stream or the bed -.af the ocean or any bay, inlet 0'r lake? g. boss of prime- agriculturally productive soils Outside designated urban areas? •, Exposure of people or property,to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mud slides, ground failure or similar hazards? 2; AIR. Will the proposal result in substantial: Air a. emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? XC_ b. The creation of objectionable odors, smoke "" e. or fumes? Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, locally or regionally? 3. WATER. Will the proposal result in substantial-. a, Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements in either b, marine or fresh waters? Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, C. or the rate and amount of surface runoff? Need for off-site surface drainage improve - c.:. tents) including vegetation removal channel.- d' ization or culvert in,stall.ation? )".terat ons to the course or flow of flood e: waters? Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? f , Discharge into � surface waters,or in,any alteration of surface. water quality, including tnotlimited to temper Iature,- dissOlved oxygen turbidity? e V, g, Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? 'L h, Change in the quantity(.)r quality of ground waters either through direct additions or with- drawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excarrations? i Reduction in the amount of water othdtwise available for public water suppliosl lw _ Exposure of people or property to water "' JX– related- hazards such as flooding? � N YES MAYBE NO 4. PLANT LIFE, Will the proposal result in substantial: a.: mange in the diversity ofspecies, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species of plants? c. Introduction of new species of plants into On area, or in a barrier to the normal replenish- ment of existing species? }� d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? S. ANIMAL LIFE. Will the proposal result in substantial: a: G tinge in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, `,,*d animals including reptiles, fish and shell f1sh, benthic organisms or insects)? b. Redux tion in the numbers of any unique:, rare or endangered species of animals? c. Introduction of new species of animals into an. area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? )C_ d. Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? 6. NOISE. Will the proposal result in substantial: a: Increases in existing noise levels? b, Exposure of people to severe noise levels? 7. LIGHT AND CLARE, Will the proposal produce signi .cant light and glare? 3. LA14D USE. Will the proposal result in a suFs-- antial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? J. NATURAL RESOURCES; Will the proposal result in substantial; a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? r+ b, Depletion of any non-renewable natural resources? 10. RISK OF UPSET, lill the PI'OPU541 f.nV01VP.' a, MR oPrelease of hazard- ous but not limited to, (including, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset conditions? b, Possible interference with an emergency response plan ov emergency evacuation plan? 11. POPULATION, 11111 the proposal alter the Location,, 81stxiFt'ition; density, or growth rate of the human population? 12, HOUSING, Will the proposal, affect existing housing, dr create a demand for additional housing? N 13. TRANSPORTATION/C`IRCULA'IIO YES r1UY No 14. 1,5 . 17, 18 result in: J N- "141 the proposal a. Generation of substantial, additional vehicle movement? b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? C. Substa,tial impact on existing transportation systems? d. Significant alterations to present pattorns Of circulation or movement of People anti/or goods? e, Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? f. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? PUBLIC SERVICES. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services; a. Fixe protection? b, Police protection? c, Schools? d. Parks or other recreational facilities? e, Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? f, Other governmental, services? .ENERGY, Will the proposal result in b. Substantial tincrease antial min demandounts of upon -edgy sources of error p existing of new Sources energy, the development pro UTILITIES. Will the p ------ osal result in a need for .. new systems, or substantial alterations to the following: a. Power or natural gas? b. Communications s ystems cWater availability, - d. Sewer or septic tank? .`... e, Storm water drainage? f, Solid_ waste and disposal`? ---. HUrzAN HEALTH Will the proposal, result in a. Creation of any health hazard' or potential, health hazard (excluding mental health)? b• Exposure of people to potential health har�rds? AESTHETICS, till the proposal result in the o s Tan of any scenic crista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically Offensive site upon to public view? 44- X K YES MAYBE NO , 79. RECREATION., Will the ro osal result in an impact `� P P pact ' upon the quality or quantity of existing re�reatlonal opportunities? M,T 20. CULTURAL RESOURCES a. Will t`e proposal result in the alteration. ; of or the destruction of a prehistoric or x historic archaeological site? b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or i historic building, structure or object? c. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic Cultural Values? d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? V. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL' M- WATION El El DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION 0 AP P 29-05-01, 29-06-08 lb,e f,3b,f: This project will result in the creation ;r four potential homesites where only two now exist. It is unlikely that homes will be established on the property in the near future due to lack of soil depth for septic systems. If sewage disposal systems are eventually approved and homes established the size of the parcels and resultant setbacks from drainage Ways will reduce potential problems involving runoff and siltation to levels of insignificance. The. intended use of the property at this time is agricultural which does not ;represent a change from the existing land use. lh: All of Butte County is within a moderate earthquake intensity Zone V1TI. The subject property is located approximately 8'miles southwest of an inferred fault associated with the Foothill Shear Zone. Construction of buildings to uniform building code standards for a seismically actively area should provide adequate protectionto occupants in case of seismic activity. 10a: There is currently a crop duster airstrip on the property which Will continue to be used for application of seed, fertilizers, pesticides; etc. Some of these chemicals are dangerous and must be handled in a prescribed manner by duly authorized personnel. This use will continue after the parcels are created. As such there will, be no increase in the risk in upset of any of these materials, 13a,c,f: Creation of additional parcels in the area will represent incremental increases in traffic and related hazards on area roads. Because traffic associated with agricultural uses is light and seasonal, there should be no significant impact on area roads: if homesites are over established on the property, it is likely that they will all access State Highway 162 at the same point due to drainage g y � facilities in the area, Due to the low residential density in the area this increase should not be significant, 13e,ft The tentative parcei map as submitted does not show any access t•,� Pati—is 2 and 3 located approximately 1/2 l/2 miles north of State Highway 1.62. The Reap does show the centest1ine of !. crotr dast:inp? running between Parcels l and 4 from State Highway lug north to Vh4 southerly boundaries of Parcels 2 and 3, The implication is that the runway would be used for access to Parcels 3 and 3. Although duster strips are usually seasonal in nature and the agricultural use of the property as proposed would not generate significant amounts of traffic, mixing vehicular traffic and airoraft operations on the same strip could lead to an unsafe cohditioni it is recommendod that either the applicant 'provj.de separate a_cess for vehicular traffic to parcels 2 and 3 or abandon the use of the crop duster strip. 14i Development of additional parcels in the area will result 3n an increase in demand for public services in a rural area, Suggested Mitigation Measures: 1. Clearly provide separate access to Parcels 2 1,And 3 by either providing 60 feet of right-of-way to Parcels 2 and 3 from a publicly maintained road over land not used by Ole crop duster strip or remove all reference to a crop duster strip from descriptions of the right-of-way. DRH l.r Applicant; Ed Meyer Assessors Parcel # AP #29-05-01, 29-06-08 Log # 87-12-01-04 DATA SHEET A. Proect Description 1. Type Of Project; Waiver of Tentative Parcel Map 2• Brief Description; Dividing 798 acres; into 4 parcels, one of 226 acres, one of 230 acres, one of 182 acres and one of 160 acres. 3. Location: On the north side of State Highway 162, east of Dry Creek, approximately 3/4 mile east of Aguas Frias Road, southwest of Righva-le. 4. Proposed Density of Development! Approximately 200 dwelling unit. acres per 5. Amount of Impervious Surfacing: Minimal. 6. Access and Nearest Public Road(s); Property fronts on State. Highway 162. 7. Method of Sewage Disposal: Individual septic systems. 8. Source of Water Supply: Individual wells:_ 9• Proximity of Power Lines: To property, 10i Potantial for further land divisions and development: The existing zoning would allow 40 acre parcels. $• Environmental Setting Physical Environment: 1. Terrain a. General Topographic Characters Slat valley laid b. Slopes; 0-27. C. Elevations 80-85 ft A.S.L. d. Limiting Factors: Norte 2 Soils a. Types and Characteristics: Stockton clay adobe With one spot of land low loam located in the northwesterly portion of the property. The land low loam consists of a surface layer of froth 7-12 inches deep over a subsoil layer Consisting of ,slightly compacted loam- to a depth Of from 20-26 inches With a lower of layee of compacted loam or Clay loam. The Stockton clay adobe soils consists of a surface layer that Diaries from 10-14inches in thickness over a layer of clay, Drainage is restricted. b. Limiting Factors: Shallow soils and limited drainage. 3• Natural Hazards of the Lard a• ..Earthquake: 26ne Moderate earthquake. intensity Zone VIII, b, Erosion Potentials Mone F C. Landslide Potential: None d. Fire Hazard: Unclassified. e. Expansive Soil Potential: Sigh. 4. Hydrology a. Surface Water: Little Dry Creek borders i,hc property to the west. Drainage/irrigation channe:Ll:: traverse the property and border the north and er:rIL sides and are located to the south of Highway 162 w;I_ong the south property boundary. b, Ground Water: Abundant valley aquifers. C. Drainage Characteristics: Property dra:i,ns generally to the southwest towards Little Dry Creek: d. Annual. Rainfall (normal): Approximately 18 inches per year. e. Limiting Factors: None, 5. Visual/Scenic Quality: Good. 6. Acoustic Quality: Good. 7. Air Quality: Good, except for during periods of stagnant valley air. Biological Environment: 8i Vegetation: Valley grass lands. 9. Wildlife Habitat: Small, birds and animals, valley grass lands. Cultural Environment: 10. Archaeological and Historical Resources in the area,: Low sensitivity area. 11. Butte County General Plan designation: Orchard and Field Crops;. 12, Existing Zoning: A-40 13, Existing Land Use on-site; Rice fields. 14. Surrounding Area: a. Land Uses; bice. Fields and scattered single-family dwellings at rural densities: b. Zoning: A-40 Co Gen. }plan Designation: Orchard and Field Crops d. Pa+,cel Sizes: Generally 160 acre parcels and larger with many parcels of 640 acres. e, Population: sparse. 15, Character of Site and Area: Rural agricultural areas, 16, Nearest Urban Area: Richvale approximately 6 miles to the northeast, Oroville approximately 15 miles to the east, Biggs approximately B miles to the southeast; and Gridley approximately 12 miles southeast, 17, Relevant Spheres of Influence: None. 18, improvements ,Standards Urban Area: No 19, fire Protection Service! a, Nearest County (State) Fire Station: Riotvale Station #11 approximately 7 miles by road. b, Water Availability; Fire tankers only. 20, Schools in Area: Biggs Unified School District, ,gL