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HomeMy WebLinkAbout042-590-022� w v • 1 /fir. • • . `per'• � Q. , • .t + k� d " Ab r v w 1 APPLICANT Fames Pierce I Log#87-07-31-01 ADURES9w, 545 W. Shasta Avenue, Chico, CA_ OWNER Same �..v Tentative Parcel Man to divide 1.3 acros to creZtEy� � PROJECT DMCRIFTION_—_ _ .. 2 parcels, Parcel 1 - 0.70 acres and Parcel 2 -- 0.61 acnes LOCATIONat the south side of Shasta Avenue approximately 380 feet east of Cusick Avenue, Chico ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBERS) 42-59-22 BONING S -R GENERAL 'PLAN IDR PROJECT CONSISTENT? � GtNIRAL PLAN CONFORMANCE REPORT DATE OF APPLICT.NT SIGN- RE IIAND CONSERVATION ACT CONTRACT57 ��. �....-�. July 31, 1987 D�`1TS APP111CATION RECEIVED —• AGk,NT/SURVEVOR/CIVIL 'ENGINEERt�RFC Surveyors _- ADDRE55 331 Wall St., Chico, CA 95926 DATE PLANNING DIRECTOR'S RT;POI{T PREPARED ENVIRONMENTAL CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION .. DATE FILED DETERMINATION AND DATE _— NEGATIVE DECLARATION- DATE ADOPTED MITIGATED NEG, DECLARATION DATE ADOPTED ENV, rMpACT REPORT - DATE S'T'AT13 (W7.8ARIN0TIOUSI NC) $UB , COMMITTEE MUTING - ..., �....__:..rruw..w:t�.u.+:..��w...+rr..i.+u'ru'iw:YmY.`. M.ie�•: Af;#Ir.rb+r�✓a+a�.l.. AOV180RY AGENCY HEARING DA'Z'E ADVISOAY AGENCY ACTION AT?PEAL 1 APPEAL RUARING BOARD hCT"IOty ....�. ,r „y..,_......__....-.-.�- -•-W .. 4 �`. Y' �� �,�. J�.. �� •- � � r Eft COMM NTN FOR PLANNING OIRECTOR r S REPORT NAGE Butte County office of Planning and ,`�eseardh Planning Department 1400 Tenth Street, Roo ti,,1121 Center DrivG, U 7 County Sacramento CA 95814 NOV 2 0 1987 orovilla, CA 95965 or I Ix county Clerk G. EMERb * Deputy County of Butte f3y Otof Determination in compliance with Section 21108 Filing of N I'ce or 21152 of the Public Resources Code. project Title AP ft Name Map 42-59-22 James. -Pierce Tentative Parcel Mi umber -------- - Contact Verson 'Telephone N State Clearinghouse Number (if submitted to Clearinghouse) 538-7266 John Mendonsa public Works de of Shasta Avenue approximately At the south side project 11111�ation 3,80 feet east of cussick Avenuel Chico. . acres to create project Description Tentative. Parcel Map dividing two parcels, one of 0.55 acre and one of 0.77 acre. A4,risory Agency Butte This is to advise that the Butte COun(LeI T -Responsible Agency) Agency 0 d has made has project on November 16 1987 an approved the above-de8cribed proI November' Dae, the following determ.inations tegarding the aboVe-described project' 1. The project will, X will not, have a significant effect on the environment. 2, An Environmentp,i. Impact Aeport was prepared for this project _ pursuant to the provisions of GtQA, pursuant to the X A Negative Declaration was prepared far this project provisions of CEQA. 3, Mitigation measures X were, _ were not, made a condition of the approval of the project, 4+ A statement Of overriding considerations Was, .1_was noti adopt(Ild for this PtOJtct, an(� record of This is to certify that the final Elft with comments and t0600h8ds project approval is available to the general public at' - pr "Butte County Planning DePattmont I county Centar Drive orovillie', CA 05065 pats Received for Filing and Pos-,ting at OPR S iTUnaturo Saniot 1)1,qnner Bi I I Title Mdrcb 1986 James Pierce Tontative Parcel Map AP#42-59-22 Litigation Measures i. Pay $7S.OQ per lot to the West Chico Fire StatiolA V"U." i 2 , Pay a pro rata share toward the installation ot, tr�11';C'a:c lights at the Cussikenue/nasersect Avenue intersc;c t;1.o�� arts the Shasta Avenue/Esplanade 0 C1;LOIEp MAIL I m VUII I i Mcrva CR UKI V L - UMUYII.i.cp % OOAL irvKmA Y5965 7olephonn; 49161 538.7681 RONALD D, Mo t.ROY 00puty Dltattor November 16, 1987' James Pierce 9E: AP 42-59-22 545 Wi Shasta Avenue 'tentative Parcel Map Chico, CA 95926 Dear Mr. Pierce., At the regular meeting of the Butte County Advisory Agency held on November 16, 1987, the Agency adopted a negative declaration with etivironmental mitigations and approved the tentative parcel. map on the above -referenced property subject to the conditions listed on the attached sheet. If no appeals are timely filed --within Heti (JO) 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 you to file your "final map" with the Butte Count, Department of Public Works .for recordation within two.ity�-£our (24) months of the date of approval by the Advisory Agency, If you have any questions regarding this matter, Pleesecontoc' this office. Very truly your.av William Cheff Director, of Public Woo ,70 Mendotlsa As istant Director 0410 Co. plaonino Comm JM/ds N attachments "l cc Planning Department 'Oro0116i Cail#orala r l 0fith h .. rt- ent nv�ronmenta eal epe to RFC 0 .7attie; fierce, Tentative Parcel Map, AP 42-59=22, 2 parcels on 010 'south' side of Shasta Avenue, approx. 330 ft. east of Cussick Avrtiur. Chico area., Engineer: RFC Surveyors Public Works conditions: 1 1�rontage on Shasta Avenue to be cosestreet d to Ssection l fc�t pati cels i.. e. , curb, gutter, si de�ualic and required P1 nil with gross acreage of one acre or lessrovalband install a 1(Yju i.redp the Department of Public Works for app facilities. 2 Deed to the County of Butte 30 ft,. right-of�-Wa from the cenlerl3ne of 'Shasta Avenue - 3 Indicate a 50 it. building setback .from th,� centerline of Shasta Avenue. 4 Show all easements of record on the final map; 5 Provide permanent solution for drainage. G Pay off any assessments; Obtain encroachment permit for ail driveways, now or exisiing, and construct to county standards. 8 Pay any delinquent tares or current traces as required. 9 1v Pet the requirements of the Butte County Vire Department:, drain tee, 1.0 pay $900 per ecre Cussi,ck Avenue area storm 11oal.th Dept, conditions 11 Provide an area for wells and 100f t- bout idelOffthe setbec1Lsetback around those areas on parcel. 2 thProvide a, 100 ft. leachfield tree setback around existing wells 12 or within 100 ft. of the property either within the property boundaries, ) deet the requirements of the But", county Nitrate Action p1nn, PJ Compliance will require recordi.ttg of sewer service anrl�ar storm drainage agreements. 1} Plage a nate on the map that states "Butte county Permits for the i stems may require the i► installation of individual septic systems construction of ;ewer alterals for future public sewer Connection. em ing 15 Locate and if necessary relocate t110 sewagearceldisposal and 1p0tft,sor�r „ c�C�.pi r�rrir<g atrn, the existing dwelling auto its` respective p more from the well on proposed well site. ;'JV C�ravilit�, t;,r�llf�ral:- , a PIlul\tE t ,rpm 16 Remove the barn that encroaches into the front yard sel:bocl� l to the recordation of the final map. aa°I.cfr} 17 Place a note on the final map that states; " or historic cultural materials are encountered fduring pany ro alr�`,ic operat:i.on, all work shall. cease immediatelya Pro;l�'c.L ll ct the site and materials by a qualified arclpaaeologist,i,rrt.tlrrcican The following mitigation measures are requiredi 18 Pay $75.00 per lot to the West Chico Fire Station FLinrl., 19 Pay a pro rata share toward the installation of tra ri.c 1.lphCs` at the cussick Avenue/East Avenue intersection and the ha�3t�r Avenue/ esplanade intersection. TO. �tROMi SUBJECTS GATE: Inter -Depart engl .Memorandums Butte County Advisory Agency Planning Director REPORT ON TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP FOR JAMES PIERCE ON AP442-59-22 November 6 1987 This is a proposal to divide lo3 acres to crewv,, 2 VL cels Parcel 1 at0.70 acres and Parcel 2 at 0.61 acro Tho (Suburban -Residential) . 'the Land Use present zoning is $--R nty General Plan desi.c�;ato this Plan Map of the Butte Cou area as Low Density Residential. There are no opecific or community plans for the area. The proposal does not confict withBCountyozoning nor generalany adopted or proposed elementlana Plan nor any County, specific or community p Recommend approval subject to the following mitigation measures and conditions: MITIGAT7AN MEASURE' 1. Pay 075.00 per lot to the Wast Chico Fire StXtion Fund: 2. Pay a pro rata share toward the installation of traffic lights at the i�ssick Avenue/East Avenue_intersection and the Shasta Avenue/Esplanade intersection. CONDITIONS 3. Remove the barn that encroaches into the frontyard setbaclt prior to the recordation of the finalp 4. Place a note on the final map that states: "lf any pre -historic or historic cultural. materials are encountero during project operation, all work shall �^:��asc immedlotelY pending an inspection of the site and msteri.als by a qualified archaeologist. CS.jmc cc: japes Pierce HFC Surveyors i Later-DepartnienfgEk) emorandum To. Advisory Agency FnOMr Planning Staff' SUMCCr., JAMES FIERCE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, AP 42-59-22 OATEI September 2, 1987 This is a proposal to divide 1.32 acres into two parcels of ,55 acre and .77 acre. The attached initial study was prepared for Countryside Estatea� subdivision, which is adjacent to this parcel on the northeast; and can be used for this projeot with the following modifications: `em 13a,cf This project will represent an increase of approximately 10 vehicular trips per day as there is already a home on one of the lots. !Lem 20a: Archaeological sensitivity of this area is not classified. Applicant should have an archaeological records search performed by the Northeast Information Center of the Anthropology Department at California State University Chico4 Suggested Mitigation Measures (M)/Conditions 1. Pay $75 per lot to the west Chico Fire Station Fund. (M) 2. Pay a pro 'rata share toward installation of traffic lights at the Cussick Avenue/East Avenue intersection and the Shasta. Avenue/Esplanade intersection. (M) 3.. At time of application for building permits, pay prevailing school improvement fees at that time: 4 Have an archaeological records search performed by the Northeast Information Center at the CSUC Anthropology bepartment and follow their recommendation concerning an archaeological survey. (M) 5. Remove the barn that encroaches into the front yard setback on Parcel 12. CS/sjs co: James Pierce RFC Surveyors X11')'1 �YItI X CIIPti' I 1 of la l I"I IsNVrlt( NMI:NTAL t;lIFC'It415'i' t�(tltt,a 1 t si" lae i nml, l (^ tcw�liC'v) 1 I.Oil, it 87-02-24-02 1;.�r;hciltoUtil:1 A1) /1 06-28-27,30 I. Name of' propone.alt COUNTRYSIDE—ESTATE fi Address tr1` proponent and representative (,i.f' ttlajtlItt.iblc�) Countryside es 3890 Connors Court 965 Fir Star Chico, CA 95926 "" Ch 9 'i. 1'roje�et tie;acrii>tion V n Tent , _st .� ative Stl%c1&`Vl sionM4P._ f 1 , ;1AN1)ATt)t`tl` I'1NlriNGO ttl 'f 1t NI F At�Cr =a. Hoes the prrj«ct httti.e tilt: potential to degrade the, (laaal i t o f tihc int i r ontnrint, substantially roduc'e the hal)i tett or it fish or wi ldl i ro species; cause a fish or ani ldi i fe popul tatit}n to t role Iselot� so f- sus Ca n)nl Icivcis, throaten to eliminate a pl;rnt or anlmal community, reduce tie number Orrestrict the r'anfe of ra rare car endangered plant or animal or 01 iminatV important examples or tine major 'periods e1� California history or prehistory? K la, Does the pr•ojt:ct have the potential, to achieve short-term henerits�to the detriment of long_terlat, environmental goals: (A short-term impact on the rnvironrrtent is one Which oecurs in a relatarre.ly briel` porio,.1 ol" time while long-toren impacts taiI1 cndurcl into the future.) C. Does the pro jt'�: t hrrVO Impacts which are i rtd ivi d.u- ar11y limited, but CurhtalatiVe:ly considerable? (A )tro lent ma)� imptrct Ont" oa' mole separato resources Where ti ENVIRONMENTAL iMYACTS'l y es,l and ' maybe"' answers are required YV aid . p anat�ons o YES MAYBE sheet(s)) r ... NO on attached EARTH, will the proposal result in ignoint:, 1, conditions or in changes a, Unstable earth, geologic substructures? Compaction or displacements, . b. Disruptions, • overcovering of the soil? in topography or ground surface c; Change relief features? or mod.i'.ficatian of any �- covering d, pestructiori, _... unique geolo<g?c or physical features? — erosion Qf soils, e. Tncrease in wind or water .,. either on or off -sit of• beach f. Changes ire deposition or• erosion ion - in s ltfy sands, • or changes which may modtfY the channel of or or erosion a river or stream or the T.bed -of the ocean any bay, inlet or, lake., roductive soils -agriculturally p ... g Loss of prime _- Outs-ide designated urban areas?to geologic g Exposure of people or property h. Exp hquakes, landslides, mud- hazards such as ears hazards? slides, ground failure or similar AIR. '.'fill the .proposal result in substantial: 2. deterior'ati.on of ambient a; Air emissions or air quality? of objectiunabl.e odors, smoke b. The creation or fumes? c., Alteration of air change,inQclimate,. y temperature, or any locally or regionally? I {Viii the prop osal result in substantial: ox WATER or the course a, Changes in currents, movements in either' direction of water marine or fresh watr-5? rates, drainage pa 9. Changes in absorption , ..j amount of surface runoff? or tile r��p .. c, Need for Of �uretL drainage improve �h ani vegetation removal, - lel- ..�.. m6nts, including .�� izati.on or culvert installation? or flow of flood - d, Alterations to the course waters? he the amount of• surface water in 6"y e. Chang. _� ....-- water body?any E. Discharge into surface- 'waters, or in incl tiding alteration of surface-waterest re��dissolved l�Mited to temp but not _ oxygg0 or turbidity? I. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow g of ground waters' _ round water:, in the quantity cr qu�al�.i.y of �3 with- e h, Chang direct additions or either through interception of an drawals, or throu h aquifer bycuts o'r excavations? --. t Reduction in the amount of �vate�ies7erwlse • ater Supp for public �"� available ro ..erty to water of people or p p j g;tpo9UTe related hazards such as flooding? 53 4. S: M YES PLANT LIFE. 1Vill the proposal 5eecieslt �Il;orsubstantial: a, lame it the diversity of p trees, of any species of plants (including shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? rare b, Reduction of the numbers of any unique, or endangered species of plants? C. Introduction of new species of plants into an er to the normal replenish - MAS F, NO area, or in a barrx ._..- menf of existing species? Reduction in acreage of any agricultural cr.op'� ANIMAL I.IFR_44 t"lill the proposal result in substanL'3.tX'L C an;ge l'n the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish and shell fish, _ benthic organisms or insects)? unique, rare b. Reduction in the numbers of anim is?.--..: ---`~ or endangered species ecies of animals into o. Introduction of new sp an area_, or result in a barrier to `the migration _�...- or movement of animals? fish or wildlife d. Deterioration to existing ..--- habitat? NOISE-._..tyill the proposa? result in substantial: s. Increases an existing noise levels? b Exposure reuse of people to severe noise levels? ? . LIGHT AND GLAREl. tandl glarethe proposal produce si.g� cant g 8, LAND USFa }Jill the proposal result in a ;j stan'Gi�tl alteie ?on of the present or planned lard use of an g, rIAT[JRAI, RE50UR� S Will the proposal result in substantial: a, Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? b, Depletion�of any non -rene�,table natural resources. 10. Ft75w7 UPSFsT Will t}ye propoz>al involve: A xis' or explosion or the but tollimiteof hazard - d to, ous substances (incl oil, pesticides, chemicals o- radiations in the i event og an accident or upset condtions? 'possible interference Wit" an eme gencyplan? rvsr�nnso plan or emorgenc, 1. POpIJLx�'C :n+�, twill the proposal Ater the location, 1 �. , or growth rete of the }rumen xstrjbuta r,,n Jensity, population`&' proposal affect existing housing, 12, HOUSING. Will whe rro p. or create a. demal,d { O'r addational housing? X �rY ._.Y. -A YES MA.... the proposal 7 TRANSPORTATION/ CIRCULATION. Wi11 vehicle Generation of substantial additional-- a, facilities , or movement? existing parking b, Effects on arlclnb? trans'Portatiol demand for new P , Substantial impact on existing c' resent pattern: systems? d, Significant alterations top eo le and/ox of circulation. or movement o'f P p goods? ra .1 or air trap ' c? Alterations to waterborne, e in traffic hazaa�}.s to motor vehicl,c�s, — f, Increas pedestrians? bicyclists or upon, al have an effect SERVICES.. 1Vill the propos or result 1n a need for neva or altered l4, PUBLIC governmental services a. Fire protection? b. police protection? c, Schools9 facilities, including Parks or other recreational facilities? d, •rice of public -= 15- 16. xserv;i.ces? f. 1 rernmental the proposal result in: ENERC� errand upon 'existing a '-7l s e of substantial anouns of fuel .or energy? b, Substantial incrvasot require the developmen sour ,eS of energy ) of n.,r� sources o.f, energy? Qed for ro osal re tions in a n" UTILIT` 1Vi.11 the p P,al �tera r he substantialtio115 to t } 'foll,oW1Tr� h ......- a. or natural gas Power vstems? Communiac•lons s, tiV:d:E availabil ty : = d Sewer orOptic titer drainage. e, Storm W osal7 d lisp f : . ro ,gal re5u t in � .1 Solid Wast �IEALTH. o f`Vinl the P p potential 1.7 , HUN" 1A v health hazard or 1� a-rGreat'- on (excluding mental health) '� hEalth haza.rde ale to potents a healt}n b, E Xposur0 of p T hazards? TICS Vill the PTOPOsal. result v e�nopen to std or AESTHE scenic v1 o strtict�on ° all the proposal result 1n t e the public, desth+etic�lly offensive site open cre t� Jn of an to public v ew? X N 'YES MAYBE NO 19. RECREATION. Will the proposal result in an impact " upon, the quality or quantity of existing recreational .° Opportunities? 2.0. CULTURAL RESOURCES. a. rW171-1 t e proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or , historic archaeological site? b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical. or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic buile ng, structure or object? , c. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect "uni,quC; ethnic cultural values? d. Will'the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact, area? V• bISCUSSICN OF ENV! RONvMENTAL' EVALUATION AP46-28_27,10 See attached N DISCUSSIpN bF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUAT11,014 AP 06-28-27,30 1b,e,3b,c,f,16e: Development of 21 homesites on the subject property will result in some compaction, displacement and overcovering of the s I oil which will result In increased stormwater runoff, which may result in additional erosion on site. The subject property lig within a drainage area and fees will be collected toward drainage improvements in the area. As such, there should not UO o slomiricant effect as a result of this project. 19,4d: This project Hill represent the conversion of approximately 7.91 acres of excellen-F, agricultural soils to residei-iblal uses. Because of the size and location of the property, this should not be a significant loss of agricultural soils. 1h: All of Butte County Is within a Moderate Earthtluake IntensitY Zone V1114 The subject property is located approximately 6 miles southwest of the Tuscan Monocline, a fault system of unknown activity - Construction of buildings to Uniform Building Code standards for seismically active areas should provide a(.Iequate protection to occupants in case of seismic activity. 13a,c,f: This project will represent a signifl.cbnt increase in traffic on Shasta Avenue. The project will generate from 140 to 210 trips per day, on the average. Traffic will access the property via both the Sh8sta/Esplanade Intersection and the Custick/East. Avenue Intersection. Trai'flc lights are planned for both of these intersections. It Is recommended that the developer pay a pro r8t8 share toward Installation of traffic, signals at these two Intersections. a 1-1: This project will represent an lhcrobse in demand for public gQrvicos In the area. The project site Is within the West- Chico Fire Station service areap as proposed. '17a. The subject property Is within the Chico Nitrate Action Plan area. Additional septic systems In this area may dohtrlbute to high nitrate levels In the groundw,-iter. The project will have to meet the requirements of the Butte County Environmental Health Department. 206: An archaeological survey of the property has been performed and clearance 18 recommended, See top attached letter From the Department of Anthropology at California 8tate Unlversltyv� Chico. Sunnosted,Mit-1-twat im Measkuma -1 Pay $75 per lot to the West Chico Flii-,e Stat lom Fund, 2. r, -'ay 8 prb rata share toward installation of traffiv. lights at the Cuttldk Avomue/E8st- Avenue intersection and the Shasta Avenue/Espltihbde intersection. it1t; time of application ' for building permits, Fay `previf i i i n9 � improvement fees at that time. Countryside Estates Assessor's Parcel it, AppiiCOnt"' 06-28-27,30 Log # 67-02-21-0,�. DATA SHEET A EC-O--LS�Jl t �ln, 1. Type of Project" Vesting Tentative SUbdivi-cOM Illap. 2. Brief Description. Dividing 7-91 acres Into �11 parcels Of approximately 1/3 acre each. 8. Location: On the south side of Shasta Avenuo mpproxlmStelY 2,000 feet west of The Esplanade, In the Chico area. 4. rroposed Density of Development." 2.65 dwelling units per acre i 5� ,r,iount of Impervious Surf6cFh9*- 30-40%. 6. A,-_k-jess and Nearest Public Road(s)- Property fronts on Shasta Avenue. V. Method Of Sewage Disposal': Individual septic systemso a. Source of Water Supply: California Water Service Company - 9. Proximity of Power Lines: To property. 10. potential for further land divisions and development: None under existing zoning. B. EDLXI.rota aLen 119 v IX MMgnt n Gener,il -9,ohlc Charazter" Flat valley lands. b. 81 op *-, : C. Llev�%Io- feet above Sea Level. d, Limiting None. 2. �--Ils I : Vina FlMe Sandy Loam. a.i Types and Characteristics Generally well drained wi th good permeabl I I ty b. Llmltli,a@ Factors' Nor'O, 8. Natural Hazards of the Land a4 Earthquake Zone-' Ivioderate Earthquake Intensity Zome VIII, b. Erosion Potential.- Slight - C. Landslide PtDtahtial-1, None. d. 1=liro Htzardl. UnclassIfled. 0. Expansive 8011 potential: Low. 4. Hydrology a6 Surface Water: None on site. b. Groundwater: Abundant valley aquifers. o C. Drainage Characteristics: Property dralniv, oel-i t the west toward r6adslde ditches and Mud Uroekv d. Annual Rainfall (normal): 22-2411. e. L I M I t I ng ractors: L m I ted dra 1 na9e f at I I I b I es current I Y exist on the Property , 8 6. V 1 sua I /Scen I c Qua 1 1 ty: Moderate, comprom i sed by ur-'L-)ejn encroachment. 6. Acoustic Quality: Good. 74 Air Quality: Good., except during periods of st;,j�jr,Mfll, "Ir, F3101001cal I_ZnvjrDOm .ent 8- Vegetation: Valley orchard lands. 9. Wildlife Habitat: Small birds and animals com"jt)j,j to orchard lands. 10. Archaeological and Historical Resources in tho area. High arch'.3eoloelcal sensitivity. 11- Butte County General Plan designation: Low Davi sity Res 1,zlen t i a I . 12. Existino Zoning: SR. IS. Existing Land Use on-site: Vacant field occasionally used for pumpkin patch. 14. Surrounding Area: a. Land Usos.* Single-family dwellings at urban densities. b. Zon 1 rig: Sit � SR -1. C. Gen. Plan designations: Low Density Residerltial and AgrIcUltur8l-Residential. d. Parcel Sides: From 1/4 -acre parcels to I-atre and joroe parcels. e. Population: Urban to suburban densities. 15. Character of Site and Area: Urban frInqe area. 16. Nearest Urban Area. Chico. 17. Relevant Spheres Of Influence: Chico, Callf0rella Water Service Company, Chico Unified School District, 18. Improvements Standards Urban Aroa: Yes. 19. Fire Protection Service: b. Nearest County (State) Fire Station: Cohasset Road Station 441. b. Water Availability., CaI I forn 1 a Water Sere I cb Company hYdramtt. 20. Schools In Area". 'Chico Unified School District.