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AGENDA,.•REPORT
Honorable Chair and Airport Land U e Commission
Barry K. Hogan, Planning Manager.
Stephen Lucas, Planner
September 14, 1994
AGENDA ITEM
REQUEST: Request for Consistency Findinas'for Tentative Parcel Mao -Ted
Runge on APN 030-260-015 & 016: 'A request to divide 152 acres
of land located on -the south side of West OroDam Boulevard, in the
�. AR' 5 & AR -10 (Agricultural Residential - 5 & 10 minimums) zones
within the Oroville area.
FOR: Airport Land Use Commission Meeting of October 12, 1994
ABSTRACT: This request is for consistency findings in relation to the Ted Runge TPM. The
TPM application is to divide 152 acres of land into 24 lots. The lots will.range in size from 5 - 12
acres. At the request of the Planning Division, the ALUC is to consider the projects consistency
with the goals and policies of the. Oroville Airport Land ,Use Plan. Staff recommends the ALUC
consent to a revised TPM which mitigates noise and safety concerns.
ANALYSIS: -The application was reviewed by ALUC staff to assess any compatibility'issues -in
relation to the Oroville Airport Land Use Plan (OALUP). The OALUP indicates that development
in the general airport traffic pattern which results* in large 'concentrations of people will also be
subject to review by ALUC. The objective of the OALUP is to promote the orderly development
of the Oroville Airport and the surrounding area in a manner which:
• Safeguards the general welfare of the inhabitants in such areas; and
• Assures the safety of air navigation; and
• Maintains the utility -of the airport.
The proposed subdivision presents three significant concerns:
1. The compatibility of residential land uses within an airport safety zone (overflight zone)
which has historically had a "smothering" effect on the expansion of airport operations; and
2. The project is approximately 800 feet from the 55 dB noise contour perimeter; and
3. The ability of public safety agencies to effectively respond to emergencies within the airport
safety zone
■ Butte County Department of Development Services,- Planning Division ■
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AGENDA ITEM
The Oroville Airport has seen significant expansion over the past few years in the area of
industrial development and is currently completing a major runway expansion. Allowing increased
residential uses in close proximity to the airport complex will create situation where there are
competing land uses. With consideration to past legal interpretations that have favored the rights
of the residential user, the ALUC must consider whether the proposed development will impact
the efficient and planned use of the Oroville Airport area. The issue of noise
abatement/mitigation is also a continual problem for local airports that become increasingly
surrounded by incompatible residential uses. The OALUP proposes two methods to alleviate
this concern, implementing compatible use zoning and incorporating building code provisions for
adequate sound insulation. ALUC must also consider the issue of safety. With any use that
occurs in an airport overflight zone, there is a possibility of airport accidents. ALUC should
consider the availability of water, location of hydrants, site access, and preparation of emergency
action plans.
RECOMMENDATION: Considering the proposed development is presently zoned for residential
use, ALUC is only in a position to mitigate concerns rather than avoid them. Staff recommends
that the Airport Land Use Commission approve the application for a Tentative Subdivision Map
on APN 030-260-015, 016, subject to the following findings and conditions.
Section 1: Consistency Findings
A. The proposed project is consistent with the Oroville Airport Land Use Plan with the added
conditions of approval.
Section 2: Conditions
1. Place a note on the final .map stating that; "The subdivision is located within the Oroville
A &.,"p,i Airport Overflight zone which permits airport activities and industrial uses. Residents within
Eftmoar this subdivision may be subject to increased noise levels, safety concerns, odors, and
other activities not normally expected in a residential area."
2. Place a note on the final map stating that; "Residences constructed within the subdivision
shall be constructed with exterior walls having a Sound Transmission Coefficient (STC)
rating no less than 45dB."
3. Prior to recording final map, applicant shall prepare and submit, an emergency action
plan approved by the Butte County Fire Department and the Planning Division. The plan
shall include the location of fire hydrants, projections of water availability, alternative
access to the site and emergency procedures for response coordination between
residents and emergency personnel.
■ Butte County Department of Development Services Planning Division ■
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