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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Agenda Report_BaseCampVillage_MUP19-0003_2020-01-23Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 1  BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT – January 23, 2020 Applicant: Base Camp Village, Inc (Ronald A. Reed, President) Location: The project site encompasses 4.27 acres located on the north side of Nelson Avenue, approximately 380 feet west from the intersection of Nelson Avenue and 16th Street, in the community of Thermalito. Owner: Base Camp Village, Inc. File #: MUP19-0003 Size: 4.27 acres Request: Minor Use Permit to construct and operate a Large Residential Care Facility to provide permanent and transitional housing for homeless and disabled persons (physical, mental or substance use). Supervisor District: 4 Planner: Rowland Hickel Senior Planner Attachments G.P.:Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) A: Draft Planning Commission Resolution Zoning: VLDR (Very Low Density Residential- 1.0 acre minimum parcel size) B: Exhibit Maps C: Application APN: 030-020-097 D: Site Photos RECOMMENDED ACTION: Find the project to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction of Small Structures) of CEQA Guidelines; Deny the Exception Request for recommended road improvement standards, and approve the Minor Use Permit, subject to the findings and conditions in Attachment A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The applicant is requesting a Minor Use Permit to construct and operate a Large Residential Care Facility on property situated in the Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) zone. The proposed facility will provide permanent and transitional housing for homeless and disabled persons (physical, mental or substance use). The facility includes 12 units to house 16 persons, with one unit reserved for a full-time onsite resident manager. The facility will also include the construction of a detached 900 square foot office building and 960 square foot storage shed. The following information is taken from the applicant’s project description: Mission Statement. Base Camp Village, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, was founded in the Fall of 2017 with the goal of helping some of the most vulnerable in our community. Base 1  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 2  Camp Village, Inc.’s mission is to provide permanent supportive housing for people with serious mental illness who are experiencing homelessness. Each permanent supportive housing complex developed by Base Camp Village, Inc. will be constructed and supervised by a licensed general contractor with the help of volunteers through “Bootstrap Workers”, a vocational training program for persons with felony convictions who are currently on parole or probation. The vision of Base Camp Village, Inc. is to inspire others in Butte County to replicate this model with the hope of ending homelessness and providing vocational training for a greater number of Butte County residents. Supervision and Management. One full-time manager will reside on the property. The property manager will be required to meet several qualifications, including educating and regularly reviewing emergency safety procedures with tenants and conducting safety drills. The manager will also be the first line to mediate disagreements between tenants and will ensure the property is maintained. The manager will also be required to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, pass a pre-employment medical test, maintain First Aid and CPR Certification, routinely inspect the facility to ensure hazards and safety concerns are addressed, and to correct any security issues. The manager will be available to the public during normal business hours and for off-hour emergencies. In addition to an onsite property manager, Butte County Department of Behavioral Health will provide case managers who will routinely visit the site during normal business hours. Facility management will provide additional onsite property and supportive services to the tenants as necessary. Facility Tenancy. Tenants who occupy the facility will be required to sign a lease with facility management, pay monthly rent, and abide by existing rules and procedures including obeying quiet hours and not having guests from 9 pm to 9 am. If tenants fail to follow the terms of the lease including the facility rules, they could be subject to eviction. A vocational training program will also be available for tenants. Vocational training will include janitorial services and landscaping with the goal of supporting individuals to move toward resilience, wellness, and independence. Participation in vocational training opportunities allows tenants to gain employment and leave the site during normal business hours. All vocational training activities will be conducted off-site, in and around Butte County, with only storage to take place on-site. Security. In addition to having a live-in property manager, security cameras will be placed on the structures to monitor the grounds and ensure that individuals remain onsite and to minimize any trespassing. Signs will be placed at each vehicle entrance noting hours of operation and warning against trespassing. Lighting. Typical residential lighting will be placed on the residential structure and office. This lighting will be similar to porch or patio lighting found in residential neighborhoods. Proposed lighting will be dark sky compliant, shielded, and directed downward, in compliance with Butte County Code section 24-67. Additional low-level lighting will be placed around the walkways. No large or pole parking lot lighting is proposed. Parking. A total of 11 off-street parking stalls, accessed by a looped driveway off Nelson Avenue, is proposed. Parking will be developed pursuant to Butte County Code section 24-91 et seq. Landscaping. Landscaping will be provided along the front yard and in the parking lot to provide vehicle shade and enhance the aesthetics of the facility. Landscaping will be consistent with Butte 2 Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 3  County Code section 24-110 et seq., and comply with the State’s Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (Government Code Section 65591 et seq.) Domestic Water/Wastewater Disposal Domestic water and sewer services to the project site will be provided by the Thermalito Water and Sewer District (TWSD). Water and sewer mainlines are currently installed at the intersection of Nelson and 16th Street, approximately 380 feet east from the eastern boundary of the project site. All sewer and water line extensions and lateral connections will be constructed and maintained following TWSD standards. SITE CHARACTERISTICS AND SURROUNDING USES •The project site is undeveloped except for a dilapidated barbed-wire fence and overhead utility cables located along the property’s frontage. The levee separating Thermalito Forebay from the project site is located off-site, and is under the ownership of the State of California. •The City of Oroville city limits is located 0.38 miles east from the project site. •The project site is located in the Thermalito Water and Sewer District. Existing sewer and water lines are located at the intersection of Nelson Avenue and 16th Street, approximately 380 feet east from the project site. •Oroville Airport is located approximately 1.9 miles north from the project site. The site is located within Compatibility Zone D of the Airport’s Influence Area. •Soils on the project site consist of an Oroville-Thermalito-Fernandez-Thompson Flat Complex, 0 to 9 percent slopes. This unit is composed of 30 percent Oroville, gravelly fine sandy loam, 25 percent Thermalito sandy loam, 15 percent Fernandez sandy load, 15 percent Thompson Flat fine sandy loam, and 15 percent minor components. •Soils may have moderate shrink-swell potential. •The project site is located within the Lake Oroville Dam Inundation Area. •Nelson Avenue Middle School and Hearthstone School (K-12 Public Charter School) are located one mile east from the project site. •Vegetation on the site consists of annual grasslands habitat with eight (8) wetland features including a riparian wetland at the toe of the off-site levee, a drainage channel with riparian wetland vegetation, and six seasonal wetland swales. •The project parcel is bounded to the north by the Thermalito Forebay, to the east by a single-family residence, and to the south and west by vacant residential parcels. Nelson Avenue, a County-maintained road, borders the south property line of the project site. Direction General Plan Designation Zoning Existing Land Use(s) North Public P Thermalito Forebay South Medium Density Residential MDR Vacant land across Nelson Avenue East Very Low Density Residential VLDR – 1.0 Single-Family Residences West Very Low Density Residential VLDR – 1.0 Vacant land 3  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 4  ANALYSIS Road Improvement Exception Request The applicant is requesting an exception to the recommended road improvements to Nelson Avenue, pursuant to Butte County Code 24-193(d), Exceptions to Butte County Improvement Standards, which states: The review authority may consider exceptions to the Butte County Improvement Standards, where such standards are applied under the Zoning Ordinance. The exception request may accompany the application, or be submitted no more than ten (10) days after receiving notice from the County of the required improvement. The exception to Butte County Improvement Standards shall state fully the grounds and facts relied upon to support the exception. The review authority must find that all of the following facts apply to the request for the exception: 1. That there are special circumstances pertaining to conditions, topography, size, shape or location of existing development affecting the property, 2. That the granting of the exception to the Butte County Improvement Standards will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property located within the surrounding zoning districts. The applicant has requested an exception to requirements to install a curb, gutter and sidewalk because these improvements do not exist elsewhere in the immediate vicinity of the project site. The Butte County Department of Public Works is recommending the following condition and road improvements to Nelson Avenue: • Prior to establishing the use, submit road and drainage improvement plans to the Land Development Division for construction of street frontage improvements on Nelson Avenue. Improve parcel frontage to a ½+ 12' street section on Nelson Avenue to an RS-2A county improvement standard including curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Construct or provide a performance bond and labor and material bond for the construction of the required improvements prior to establishing use. The RS-2A County Improvement Standard is found in the Butte County Improvement Standards and includes the following cross-section: 4  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 5  The applicant’s exception request includes a description of the circumstances and facts surrounding the project for the review authority to consider in their determination on the exception. The review authority may use these findings prepared by the applicant or consider alternative findings with respect to the request for the exception. 1. That there are special circumstances pertaining to conditions, topography, size, shape or location of existing development affecting the property; The project site is located approximately 1.4 miles to the west from existing curb, gutter and sidewalk that are located on the north side of Nelson Avenue. To install curb, gutter and sidewalk at this location, it would require engineering and design that will also need to take into account existing drainage pattern of the area and how it would affect the drainage ditch that runs along the front of the property in an east-west fashion. To install such improvements along the frontage of the parcel, could lead to the need to install improvements beyond the frontage of the project site, which would require additional nexus to determine if necessary. Due to the limited number of residences in the area and the lack of services and goods in a walkable distance, the current need for full frontage improvements are not necessary at this time. Nelson Avenue is not one of the 312 locations that are surveyed as part of the Butte County Association of Governments traffic that occurred for the 2017 /2018 study, which would conclude that traffic patterns and vehicle trips are minimal when compared to other roads located within the county. 2. That the granting of the exception to the Butte County Improvement Standards will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property located within the surrounding zoning districts. The request is made because curb, gutter and sidewalk improvement do not exist in the immediate vicinity of the project site. Not installing fully frontage improvements at this site is not detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the other properties in the area in that, tenants at the site will either have their own vehicle or will have access to transportation when needed. Existing operating practices prohibit the coming and going of facility tenants during specific hours. Further, tenants will be encouraged to gain employment and will be off-site during the day. The site is not located in an area that needs full pedestrian public improvements as there are a minimal number of residential uses in the area and no commercial or office within 1.4 miles of the project site. This area of the county is dominated by vehicle traffic patterns with no pedestrian improvements or pedestrian services nearby. Biological Resources Gallaway Enterprises completed a biological evaluation of the wetlands on the project site on May 2, 2019 to determine whether any of the existing wetland features are to be considered “waters of the United States” by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps). The evaluation was based on a review of historic and current aerial photography, and a site visit conducted on April 26, 2019. Following the evaluation, a total of eight preliminary wetlands were identified within the project site. The largest of the wetlands present is a riparian wetland located at the toe of the offsite levee. Along the southwestern corner of the project site is a drainage channel with riparian wetland vegetation within and along its banks. The six remaining wetlands are scattered primarily in the eastern portion of the project site and are seasonal swale wetlands. 5  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 6  The applicant intends to avoid any potential impacts to identified potentially jurisdictional wetland features. To that end, the applicant will define the boundaries of the wetland features through a formal delineation of the Waters of the United States, which will be verified by the Corps prior to construction activities including grading and/or filling of wetlands. Additionally, and also prior to any construction activities, the wetlands will be assessed by a professional biologist to determine if they have the potential to support state and federally listed wildlife and botanical species. Once the biological constraints of the property have been fully defined, appropriate buffers and protection measures will be established around the sensitive areas, in accordance with state and federal regulations. Protection measures will include, but not be limited to, the following measures: • Establish and maintain a minimum 50-foot development avoidance ‘No Disturbance’ buffer around the outer edge of identified wetland features unless a larger buffer area is required due to the presence of federally, state or CNPS ranked species. • Temporary exclusionary fencing shall be erected during all ground disturbance and construction around the buffer zones of the populations that will be completely avoided. If necessary, a qualified botanist shall be present to assist with locating known populations. The exclusionary fencing shall be periodically inspected throughout each period of construction and be repaired as necessary. All pedestrian and vehicular entry into the completely avoided areas delineated by the fencing shall be prohibited during construction. With the implementation of these measures proposed by the applicant, and incorporated as Condition No. 11 and 12 in the recommended conditions of approval, staff believes there will no impacts to wetlands or other biological resources and that the project will avoid any environmental resources of hazardous or critical concern. General Plan Consistency General Plan goals and policies were evaluated in the context of the proposed project. Fourteen goals and 24 policies were identified as being applicable to the project. The following table identifies each applicable goal and policy, and reviews the project’s consistency with each policy. General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review HOUSING ELEMENT GOAL H-4. Collaborate with existing service providers to meet the special housing needs of homeless persons, elderly, large families, disabled persons, and farmworkers. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. H-P4.2. Partner with service providers to accommodate the needs of the homeless population in the Unincorporated Area. Consistent. The project will assist service providers including the Butte County Departments of Social Services and Behavioral Health in meeting the needs of homeless ad disabled individuals. H-P4.3. Encourage transitional housing as a bridge between homeless facilities and independent living. Consistent. The project will provide transitional housing leading to independent living for homeless and disabled individuals. WATER RESOURCE ELEMENT 6  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 7  General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review GOAL W-5. Protect water quality through effective stormwater management. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. W-P5.2. New development projects shall identify and adequately mitigate their water quality impacts from stormwater runoff.* Consistent. The project is subject to a California Regional Water Quality Control Board Industrial Storm Water Permit during construction activities and industrial uses. Best Management Practices (BMPs) for erosion, hazardous materials and drainage at the site will be implementation to mitigate potential surface discharges from the site. W-P5.4. Temporary facilities shall be installed as necessary during construction activities in order to adequately treat stormwater runoff from construction sites.* Consistent. The proposed project will include best management practices (BMPs) during construction activities. BMPs may include temporary placement of silt fences, stakes straw bales/wattles, silt/sediment basins, temporary revegetation, and any other appropriate measures. CONSERVATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOAL COS-1. Reduce greenhouse emissions 10 1990 levels by 2010. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. COS-P1.2. New development projects shall mitigate greenhouse gas emissions on-site or as close to the site as possible. Consistent. Butte County Climate Action Plan (CAP), programmatic-level measures will be applied to the project to off-set project-generated Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG). Measures will be incorporated into the design of the project through the building permit review process, which will ensure the building meets CAL Green Tier 1 standards and be prewired for rooftop or ground-mounted solar PV systems. GOAL COS-2. Promote green building, planning and business. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. COS-P2.2. New development shall comply with Green Building Standards adopted by the California Building Standards Commission at the time of building permit application, including requirements about low- or no- toxicity building materials. Consistent. Cal Green development measures will be applied in the design of the facility, at the time of the building permit application. GOAL COS-5. Minimize air pollutant emissions. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. COS-P5.2. Developers shall implement best management practices to reduce air pollutant emissions associated with the construction and operation of development projects.* Consistent. The project includes a condition to reduce potential air quality impacts during construction activities through the implementation of best management practices recommended by the Butte County Air Quality Management District. GOAL COS-7. Conserve and enhance habitat for protected species and sensitive biological communities. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. 7  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 8  General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review COS-P7.4. New development projects shall mitigate their impacts in habitat areas for protected species through on- or off-site habitat restoration, clustering of development, and/or project design and through the provisions of the Butte Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) and Natural Community Conservation Plan (NCCP) within the HCP/NCCP Planning Area, upon the future adoption of the HCP/NCCP.* Consistent. Development is restricted to areas identified on the approved site plan, and will avoid impacts to identified wetland areas by establishing a buffer area and through implementation of protection measures. No other potential sensitive habitat areas have been identified on the site. A biological survey will be performed prior to development to ensure all potential impacts are avoided. COS-P7.5. No new development projects shall occur in wetlands or within significant riparian habitats, except within the Butte Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) and Natural Community Conservation Plan (NCCP) Planning Area where such development is consistent with the conditions of the HCP/NCCP, upon the future adoption of the HCP/NCCP.* COS-P7.6. New development projects shall include setbacks and buffers along riparian corridors and adjacent to habitat for protected species, except where permitted in the Butte Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) and Natural Community Conservation Plan (NCCP) Planning Area and where such development is consistent with the conditions of the HCP/NCCP, upon the future adoption of the HCP/NCCP.* COS-P7.7. Construction barrier fencing shall be installed around sensitive resources on or adjacent to construction sites. Fencing shall be installed prior to construction activities and maintained throughout the construction period.* Consistent. High visibility fencing will be temporarily erected and maintained around sensitive habitat and buffer areas, prior to development activities, and will be maintained through all construction activities. COS-P7.9. A biologist shall be retained to conduct construction monitoring in and adjacent to all habitats for protected species when construction is taking place near such habitat areas.* Consistent. Temporary exclusionary fencing will be installed at the direction of the applicant’s consulting biologist to ensure that identified environmentally-sensitive areas are avoided during all phases of construction. GOAL COS-9. Protect identified special-status plant and animal species. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. COS-P9.1. A biological resources assessment shall be required for any proposed development project where special-status species or critical habitat may be present. Assessments shall be carried out under the direction of Butte County. Additional focused surveys shall be conducted during the appropriate season if necessary. Upon adoption of the Butte Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) and Natural Community Conservation Plan (NCCP), assessment requirements of the HCP/NCCP shall be implemented for development projects within the HCP/NCCP area.* Consistent. A biological resource assessment was prepared for the project by Gallaway Enterprises on May 2019. Based on the assessment, additional surveys of identified wetland habitat will be prepared, prior to development of the site. 8  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 9  General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review COS-P9.2. If special-status plant or animal species are found to be located within a development site, proponents of the project shall engage in consultation with the appropriate federal, State and regional agencies and mitigate project impacts in accordance with State and federal law. Upon adoption of the Butte Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) and Natural Community Conservation Plan (NCCP), mitigation requirements of the HCP/NCCP shall be implemented for development with the HCP/NCCP area. Consistent. Through implementation of permit conditions of approval, a biological resource survey of the project site will be performed prior to development to ensure that potential impacts to special-status plant and animal species are avoided, in accordance with State and federal law. GOAL COS-15. Ensure that new development does not adversely impact cultural resources. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. COS-P15.1. Areas found during construction to contain significant historic or prehistoric archaeological artifacts shall be examined by a qualified consulting archaeologist or historian for appropriate protection and preservation. Historic or prehistoric artifacts found during construction shall be examined by a qualified consulting archaeologist or historian to determine their significance and develop appropriate protection and preservation measures.* Consistent. A review of the project site did not reveal the existence of any historic or prehistoric archaeological resources. Through implementation of permit conditions of approval, in the event that archaeological artifacts are discovered through the course of construction activities, appropriate measures will be taken by the project proponent to protect and preserve the resource. COS-P15.2. Any archaeological or paleontological resources on a development project site shall be either preserved in their sites or adequately documented as a condition of removal. When a development project has sufficient flexibility, avoidance and preservation of the resource shall be the primary mitigation measure.* GOAL COS-16. Respect Native American culture and planning concerns. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. COS-P16.4. If human remains are located during any ground disturbing activity, work shall stop until the County Coroner has been contacted and, if the human remains are determined to be of Native American origin, the NAHC and most likely descendant have been consulted.* Consistent. Conditions have been included that address the recovery of cultural resources, and identification of human remains, should any be discovered through future grading activities. GOAL COS-17. Maintain and enhance the quality of Butte County's scenic and visual resources. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. COS-P17.1. Views of Butte County's scenic resources, including water features, unique geologic features and wildlife habitat areas, shall be maintained.* Consistent. No scenic resources would be affected by the project. Thermalito Forebay with its availability of open space, wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities, does provide scenic qualities consistent with the intent described in General Plan 2030. However, the presence of the levee separating the lake from the project site would restrict any views of the project site from the Thermalito Forebay. Further, the appearance of the facility, including the size, bulk, height and setbacks would be similar to the character of existing residential uses in the vicinity of the site, 9  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 10  General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review and therefore, would not be adversely impacted by the proposed project. HEALTH AND SAFETY ELEMENT GOAL HS-1. Maintain an acceptable noise environment in all areas of the county. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. HS-P1.1. New development projects proposed in areas that exceed the land use compatibility standards in Tables HS-2 and HS-3 shall require mitigation of noise impacts.* Consistent. The project site is not located in an area that is subject to excessive noise levels. Existing ambient noise levels are in compliance with land use compatibility standards in Butte County General Plan 2030 Tables HS-2 and HS-3. GOAL HS-3. Prevent and reduce flooding. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. HS-P3.2. Applicants for new development projects shall provide plans detailing existing drainage conditions and specifying how runoff will be detained or retained on-site and/or conveyed to the nearest drainage facility and shall provide that there shall be no increase in the peak flow runoff to said channel or facility.* Consistent. The project proponent shall obtain a storm water permit for general construction activities, and shall also provide drainage plan and calculations detailing existing drainage conditions and storm water detention requirements. HS-P3.3. All development projects shall include stormwater control measures and site design features that prevent any increase in the peak flow runoff to existing drainage facilities.* Consistent. Prior to establishing the use, drainage plans and calculations for the site shall be approved by the County Public Works Department. The plans will address existing and proposed drainage conditions, and ensure that there is no net increase in peak flow runoff leaving the site. GOAL HS-11. Reduce risks from wildland and urban fire. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. HS-P11.1. Fire hazards shall be considered in all land use and zoning decisions, environmental review, subdivisions review and the provision of public services. Consistent. According to Figure HS-7 of Butte County General Plan 2030, the site is not located in an area susceptible to Moderate, High, or Very High fire risks. Applicable Local and State fire development standards will be considered in the design of the project. Additional fire protection resources would not be required for the project. HS-P11.4. New development projects shall meet current fire safe ordinance standards for adequate emergency water flow, emergency vehicle access, signage, evacuation routes, fuel management, defensible space, fire safe building construction and wildfire preparedness. Consistent. The project site is located within the Local Responsibility Area (LRA) for Butte County, and is not subject to the State’s Fire Safe Standards (California Public Resources Code 4290 and 4291). The project is consistent with Local fire standards in Butte County Improvement Standards and California Fire Code. GOAL PUB-13. Plan adequate wastewater infrastructure to serve new development. Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies below. PUB-P13.3. New development projects shall demonstrate the availability of a safe, sanitary and environmentally sound wastewater system. Consistent. Wastewater services for the project will be provided by the Thermalito Water and Sewer District. 10  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 11  Findings to Approve a Minor Use Permit (Butte County Code section 24-222) To approve a minor use permit, the proposed project must comply with applicable standards in the Zoning Ordinance, other County ordinances, the General Plan, County Improvement Standards, and supported by the following findings: 1. The proposed use is allowed in the applicable zone. The Butte County General Plan 2030 Land Use Element and the County’s Zoning Ordinance has the project site designated as Very Low Density Residential (VLDR). As stated in Table 24-19-1 of the Butte County Zoning Ordinance, Large Residential Care Facilities are conditionally permitted within VLDR zones, with the approval of a Minor Use Permit. The Minor Use Permit approval process will ensure that there are no conflicts with the adopted General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, and that the project complies with all applicable development standards identified in Butte County Code. 2. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed use will be compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. The project parcel is bounded to the north by the Thermalito Forebay in the Public zone, to the east by a single-family residence in the Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) zone, to the west by a vacant parcel in the VLDR zone, and to the south by a vacant Medium Density Residential (MDR) zoned parcel. Operating characteristics of the project includes residential housing and administrative office uses associated with a residential care facility. The operating characteristics of the facility includes exterior lighting, pedestrian and vehicular traffic, air emissions, and noise that are similar to residential uses permitted in the surrounding area. Facility operations are designed to comply with local and State standards, and is not of a type that would be out of character with the existing and future uses to occur in the surrounding area. 3. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of the County. The Minor Use Permit approval process and subsequent ministerial permit reviews will ensure that all structures, buildings, infrastructure and the physical characteristics of the property will incorporate applicable fire safety, building code, waste disposal, and domestic water service regulations to ensure public health and safety hazards are appropriately addressed. 4. The proposed use is properly located within the County and adequately served by existing or planned services and infrastructure. The project site is adequately served by existing infrastructure including sewer and water provided by the Thermalito Water and Sewer District (TWSD), which will require an extension of the existing water and sewer lines approximately 380 feet west from the intersection of Nelson Avenue and 16th Street. Access to the facility is provided by Nelson Avenue, a County-maintained road, and currently capable of supporting the minor increase in the vehicle traffic anticipated for the project. All proposed and existing infrastructure serving the site will be designed and constructed in accordance with local standards. 5. The size, shape, and other physical characteristics of the subject property are adequate to ensure compatibility of the proposed use with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. 11  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 12  The subject property has adequate area to encompass the proposed project and allow the project to conform to applicable zoning regulations, including compliance with setback, parking and landscaping development standards, which would ensure compatibility with the surrounding area. The project will be designed to avoid all biological resources identified on the site with adequate buffers and protection measures, which are included as use permit conditions of approval. AGENCY COMMENTS The project was reviewed and approved by the Butte County Public Works Department, Butte County Environmental Health Division, Building Division, and Butte County Fire Department/CalFire. The following departments/agencies commented on the application. All comments and conditions were incorporated into the project. Butte County Building Division: Obtain all required Building and fire sprinkler permits. Plans are to be prepared by a Registered Design Professional and include a code analysis. Provide full description of the assisted living facility consisting of the number of residents, ambulatory vs. non-ambulatory, nature of services provided, length of time for occupancy, staffing, etc. to determine the correct occupancy classification and required codes. Butte County Fire/CalFire: 1. Construction, installation or development of buildings and/or roads, driveways, gates and bridges on parcels/lots shall comply with the current adopted California Fire Code and current Butte County Improvement Standards, whichever is stricter. 2. Project is located within the Local Responsibility Area (LRA) and not within a High or Very High Hazard Fire Severity Zone. Butte County Cal Fire is the Fire Department having jurisdiction. 3. Once complete, buildings will be subject to annual inspection by Butte County Fire Department. Thermalito Water and Sewer District: The District is willing to provide water and sewer services to the Project, pursuant to the terms and conditions described in its June 26, 2019 letter (attached). Northeast Center of the California Historical Resources Information System (NEIC): No recorded historic or prehistoric sites have be identified on the project site. However, the project site is directly adjacent to the Oroville Division of State Water Project (P-04-004280), which is a historic district consisting of the Oroville Dam, Oroville Reservoir, Edward J. Hyatt Power Plant, Thermalito Diversion Dam Power Plant, Thermalito Pumping-Generating Plant, Thermalito Diversion Dam, Feather River Fish Hatchery and Fish Barrier Dam, Thermalito Power Canal, Thermalito Forebay and Forebay Dam, and Thermalito Afterbay and the Afterbay Dam. In addition to the State Water Project historic district, five historic sites have been recorded in the 1-mile project vicinity, one of which is the multi-component site noted above. These historic sites consist of a ditch, building pads, refuse deposits, fences, rock alignments, roads, and an old ranch. The NEIC letter also notes that the site has been previously survey for cultural resources but, because surveys are more than 30 years old, it is recommended that a professional archaeologist be contacted to conduct a cultural resources survey of the entire project area. Butte County Public Works Department: Recommended conditions for the applicant to prepare road and drainage improvement plans and submit them to the Land Development Division. The applicant may construct recommended improvements or provide a performance bond, prior to establishing the use. The final design of improvements may be adjusted upon the County’s review. PUBLIC COMMENTS 12  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 13  Staff did not receive any public comments prior to completion of this agenda report. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW/CEQA ISSUES This project qualifies to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15303 (Class 3 - New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines: 15303. New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures Class 3 consists of construction and location of limited number of new, small facilities or structures; installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; and the conversion of existing small structures from one use to another where only minor modification are made in the exterior of the structure. The numbers of structures described in this section are the maximum allowable on any legal parcel. Examples of this exemption include, but are not limited to: (c) A store, motel, office, restaurant or similar structure not involving the use of significant amounts of hazardous substances, and not exceeding 2500 square feet in floor area. In urbanized areas, the exemption also applies to up to four such commercial buildings not exceeding 10,000 square feet in floor area on sites zoned for such use if not involving the use of significant amounts of hazardous substances where all necessary public services and facilities are available and the surrounding area is not environmentally sensitive. Reasons why project is exempt: The project qualifies for the Class 3 exemption because it involves the construction and operation of two detached small residential care buildings that are each 2,304 square feet in size, a separate 900 square foot administrative office building, and a 960 square foot accessory storage building. Residential care buildings are classified as commercial uses and will contain six attached units (four studio (288 square foot) units and two one-bedroom (576 square foot) units). The total square footage of all proposed structures is 6,468 square feet and does not exceed 10,000 square feet of commercial floor area described in the CEQA exemption. The proposed residential care facility is a conditionally-permitted use in the VLDR (Very Low Density Residential) zone with the approval of a Minor Use Permit. The facility will be served by an existing public road (Nelson Avenue) that is capable of accommodating the minor increase in vehicular traffic generated by the project. The facility will also be served by public water and sewer services from the Thermalito Water and Sewer District. The project, as conditioned in the Minor Use Permit, will avoid any potential impacts to identified potentially jurisdictional wetland features by establishing buffer areas and protection measures around these environmentally-sensitive areas, in accordance with state and federal regulations. No other environmentally-sensitive areas have been identified on the project site. Categorical Exemption Exceptions: State CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 establishes exceptions to the use of categorical exemptions. The County has determined that none of the exceptions disqualify the project from using the Class 3 exemption. The exceptions are discussed below in relation to the project: (a) Location. Classes 3, 4, 5, 6, and 11 are qualified by consideration of where the project is to be located -- a project that is ordinarily insignificant in its impact on the environment may in a particularly sensitive environment be significant. Therefore, these classes are considered to apply all instances, except where the project may impact on an environmental resource of 13  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 14  hazardous or critical concern where designated, precisely mapped, and officially adopted pursuant to law by federal, state, or local agencies. The project site is not included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 (Cortese List). A biological evaluation of the project site identified a total of eight wetland features within the project site. Prior to ground disturbing activities or issuance of development permits, the applicant will have the wetland areas defined and verified through a formal delineation process with the United State Army Corps of Engineers and assessed by a professional biologist to determine if the wetlands have the potential to support state and federally-listed special status species. Once assessed, appropriate buffer areas and protective measures will be established around the sensitive areas to ensure environmentally sensitive areas are avoided and not impacted. No other critical resources, including historic or scenic resources or threatened or endangered habitat, have been identified on the project site (discussed further below). (b) Cumulative Impact. All exemptions for these classes are inapplicable when the cumulative impact of successive projects of the same type in the same place, over time is significant. No significant impacts of the project have been identified. In addition, no other projects of the same type are expected to occur on or within the vicinity of the project site. A large residential care facility is allowed in the VLDR zone subject to approval of a minor use permit. Cumulative impacts from successive projects of the same type in the same place will be avoided through the requirements of Butte County Code section 24-222 that approval of future projects be supported by the following findings: B. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed use will be compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. C. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of the County. D. The proposed use is properly located within the County and adequately served by existing or planned services and infrastructure. E. The size, shape, and other physical characteristics of the subject property are adequate to ensure compatibility of the proposed use with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. For these reasons, there are no incremental effects of the proposed project that would be cumulatively significant when viewed in context of successive projects of the same type in the same place. (c) Significant Effect. A categorical exemption shall not be used for an activity where there is a reasonable possibility that the activity will have a significant effect on the environment due to unusual circumstances. The County has not identified unusual circumstances that would have a significant effect on the environment stemming from the proposed project. (d) Scenic Highways. A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project which may result in damage to scenic resources, including but not limited to, trees, historic buildings, rock 14  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 15  outcroppings, or similar resources, within a highway officially designated as a state scenic highway. There are no officially-designated State Scenic Highways in Butte County. However, Butte County has designated State Route 70 through the Feather River Canyon and a portion of State Route 32 north of Forest Ranch as County Scenic Highways. The portion of State Route 70 designated by the County is the nearest to the project site at approximately 9 miles. The project will not result in damage to scenic resources within a scenic highway because the site is not visible from designated routes. (e) Hazardous Waste Sites. A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project located on a site which is included on any list compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code. The project site and the surrounding area are not included on any list compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the California Government Code. (f) Historical Resources. A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project which may cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource. The project site is a vacant parcel with no existing structures that may be considered a historic resource, pursuant to Government Code Section 15064.5. However, the project site is directly adjacent to the Oroville Division of State Water Project (P-04-004280), which is a historic district consisting of the Oroville Dam, Oroville Reservoir, Edward J. Hyatt Power Plant, Thermalito Diversion Dam Power Plant, Thermalito Pumping-Generating Plant, Thermalito Diversion Dam, Feather River Fish Hatchery and Fish Barrier Dam, Thermalito Power Canal, Thermalito Forebay and Forebay Dam, and Thermalito Afterbay and the Afterbay Dam. In addition to the State Water Project historic district, five historic sites have been recorded in the 1-mile project vicinity, one of which is the multi-component site noted above. These historic sites consist of a ditch, building pads, refuse deposits, fences, rock alignments, roads, and an old ranch. Historic District P-04-004280 consists of the levee and the Thermalito Forebay, which are located directly adjacent to the project site, on a separate property. Two previous archaeological investigations in the project area, performed in 1988 (NEIC Report 000839) and 1979 (NEIC Report 005982), had not identified any historic resources on the project site. Therefore, the project would not have a substantial adverse effect on, or cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historic resource. 15  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 16  RESOLUTION NO. PC20-______ A RESOLUTION OF THE BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING MINOR USE PERMIT MUP19-0003 (Base Camp Village, Inc.) WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered Minor Use Permit MUP19-0003, filed by Base Camp Village, Inc., to establish a Large Residential Care Facility on property situated in the Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) zone, which will provide permanent and transitional housing for homeless and disabled persons (physical, mental or substance use); and, WHEREAS, the facility includes 12 units to house 16 persons, with one unit reserved for a full- time onsite resident manager. The facility will also include the construction of a detached 900 square foot office building and 960 square foot storage shed; and, WHEREAS, the property is situated on a 4.27 acre property located on the north side of Nelson Avenue, approximately 380 feet west from the intersection of Nelson Avenue and 16th Street, in the community of Thermalito, California, on Assessor Parcel Number 030-020-097; and WHEREAS, said Minor Use Permit was referred to various affected public and private agencies, County departments, and referral agencies for review and comments; and WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held on January 23, 2020; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered public comments and a report from the Planning Division. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission: I. Approves Minor Use Permit MUP19-0003 subject to the following findings and the conditions of approval found in Exhibit “A”: A. The project is consistent with the Criteria for Granting Use Permits, identified in Butte County Code Section 24-222, as follows: 2. The proposed use is allowed in the applicable zone. The Butte County General Plan 2030 Land Use Element and the County’s Zoning Ordinance has the project site designated as Very Low Density Residential (VLDR). As stated in Table 24-19-1 of the Butte County Zoning Ordinance, Large Residential Care Facilities are conditionally permitted within VLDR zones, with the approval of a Minor Use Permit. The Minor Use Permit approval process will ensure that there are no conflicts with the adopted General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, and that the project complies with all applicable development standards identified in Butte County Code. 2. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed use will be compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. 16  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 17  The project parcel is bounded to the north by the Thermalito Forebay in the Public zone, to the east by a single-family residence in the Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) zone, to the west by a vacant parcel in the VLDR zone, and to the south by a vacant Medium Density Residential (MDR) zoned parcel. Operating characteristics of the project includes residential housing and administrative office uses associated with a residential care facility. The operating characteristics of the facility includes exterior lighting, pedestrian and vehicular traffic, air emissions, and noise that are similar to residential uses permitted in the surrounding area. Facility operations are designed to comply with local and State standards, and is not of a type that would be out of character with the existing and future uses to occur in the surrounding area. 3. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of the County. The Minor Use Permit approval process and subsequent ministerial permit reviews will ensure that all structures, buildings, infrastructure and the physical characteristics of the property will incorporate applicable fire safety, building code, waste disposal, and domestic water service regulations to ensure public health and safety hazards are appropriately addressed. 4. The proposed use is properly located within the County and adequately served by existing or planned services and infrastructure. The project site is adequately served by existing infrastructure including sewer and water provided by the Thermalito Water and Sewer District (TWSD), which will require an extension of the existing water and sewer lines approximately 380 feet west from the intersection of Nelson Avenue and 16th Street. Access to the facility is provided by Nelson Avenue, a County-maintained road, and currently capable of supporting the minor increase in the vehicle traffic anticipated for the project. All proposed and existing infrastructure serving the site will be designed and constructed in accordance with local standards. 5. The size, shape, and other physical characteristics of the subject property are adequate to ensure compatibility of the proposed use with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. The subject property has adequate area to encompass the proposed project and allow the project to conform to applicable zoning regulations, including compliance with setback, parking and landscaping development standards, which would ensure compatibility with the surrounding area. The project will be designed to avoid all biological resources identified on the site with adequate buffers and protection measures, which are included as use permit conditions of approval. B. The project is consistent with the applicable Goals and Policies of the Butte County General Plan, as presented in the General Plan Consistency Review included in the staff report. C. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Section 15303, finding: 17  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 18  1. The project is limited to the construction and operation of two detached small residential care buildings that are each 2,304 square feet in size (contains four studio 288 square foot units and two one-bedroom 576 square foot units), a separate 900 square foot administrative office building, and a 960 square foot accessory storage building. The total square footage of the project is 6,468 of commercial floor area, which is less than 10,000 square feet of commercial floor area described in the CEQA exemption. 2. The proposed residential care facility is a conditionally-permitted use in the VLDR (Very Low Density Residential) zone, with approval of a Minor Use Permit. 3. The project does not include the use of significant amount of hazardous materials. 4. The project site is served by existing services including roads, domestic water and sewer that are adequate to accommodate the intended uses of the site. 5. The project will avoid all potential impacts to environmentally-sensitive areas identified on the project site and surrounding area, including potential jurisdictional wetland features located on the property. DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED this 23rd Day of January, 2020, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ______________________________ Daniel ‘Rocky’ Donati, Chair Planning Commission County of Butte, State of California ATTEST: _____________________________ Jennifier Wakefield, Secretary Planning Commission County of Butte, State of California 18  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 19  EXHIBIT A MINOR USE PERMIT BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION DATE: MUP19-0003 PERMIT NO. 030-020-097 ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NO. Pursuant to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of the County of Butte and the special conditions set forth below: Base Camp Village, Inc., is hereby granted a Minor Use Permit to establish a Large Residential Care Facility on property situated in the Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) zone, which will provide permanent an transitional housing for homeless and disabled persons (physical, mental or substance use). The facility includes 12 units to house 16 persons, with one unit reserved for a full-time onsite resident manager. The facility will also include the construction of a detached 900 square foot office building and 960 square foot storage shed. The property is situated on a 4.27 acre property located on the north side of Nelson Avenue, approximately 380 feet west from the intersection of Nelson Avenue and 16th Street, in the community of Thermalito, California, on Assessor Parcel Number 030-020-097. The approved use incorporates the following provisions of the applicant’s project description: Supervision and Management. One full-time manager will reside on the property. The property manager will be required to meet several qualifications, including educating and regularly reviewing emergency safety procedures with tenants and conducting safety drills. The manager will also be the first line to mediate disagreements between tenants and will ensure the property is maintained. The manager will also be required to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, pass a pre-employment medical test, maintain First Aid and CPR Certification, routinely inspect the facility to ensure hazards and safety concerns are addressed, and to correct any security issues. The manager will be available to the public during normal business hours and for off-hour emergencies. In addition to an onsite property manager, Butte County Department of Behavioral Health will provide case managers who will routinely visit the site during normal business hours. Facility management will provide additional onsite property and supportive services to the tenants as necessary. Facility Tenancy. Tenants who occupy the facility will be required to sign a lease with facility management, pay monthly rent, and abide by existing rules and procedures including obeying quiet hours and not having guests from 9 pm to 9 am. If tenants fail to follow the terms of the lease including the facility rules, they could be subject to eviction. A vocational training program will also be available for tenants. Vocational training will include janitorial services and landscaping with the goal of supporting individuals to move toward resilience, wellness, and independence. Participation in vocational training opportunities allows tenants to gain employment and leave the site during normal 19  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 20  business hours. All vocational training activities will be conducted off-site, in and around Butte County, with only storage to take place on-site. Security. In addition to having a live-in property manager, security cameras will be placed on the structures to monitor the grounds and ensure that individuals remain onsite and to minimize any trespassing. Signs will be placed at each vehicle entrance noting hours of operation and warning against trespassing. Lighting. Typical residential lighting will be placed on the residential structure and office. This lighting will be similar to porch or patio lighting found in residential neighborhoods. Proposed lighting will be dark sky compliant, shielded, and directed downward, in compliance with Butte County Code section 24-67. Additional low-level lighting will be placed around the walkways. No large or pole parking lot lighting is proposed. Parking. A total of 11 off-street parking stalls, accessed by a looped driveway off Nelson Avenue, is proposed. Parking will be developed pursuant to Butte County Code section 24-91 et seq. Landscaping. Landscaping will be provided along the front yard and in the parking lot to provide vehicle shade and enhance the aesthetics of the facility. Landscaping will be consistent with Butte County Code section 24-110 et seq., and comply with the State’s Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (Government Code Section 65591 et seq.) I. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS: 1. Failure to comply with the conditions specified herein as the basis for approval of application and issuance of Permit constitutes cause for the revocation of said permit in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Butte County Zoning Ordinance, including Butte County Code Sec. 24-251. 2. Unless otherwise provided for in a special condition to this Minor Use Permit, all conditions must be completed prior to or concurrently with the establishment of the granted use. 3. Minor changes may be approved administratively by the Directors of Development Services, Environmental Health, or Public Works upon receipt of a substantiated written request by the applicant, or their respective designee. Prior to such approval, verification shall be made by each Department or Division that the modification is consistent with the application, fees paid and environmental determination as conditionally approved. Changes deemed to be major or significant in nature shall require a formal application for amendment. 4. If any use for which a Minor Use Permit has been granted is not established within two years of the receipt of the Permit by the Permittee consistent with conditions of approval herein, the Permit shall become null and void and reapplication pursuant to Butte County Code Section 24-248 shall be required to establish the use previously granted under the expired Permit unless, 30 days prior to the expiration date, a request for a one year extension is submitted to the Planning Commission together with sufficient evidence that the time limits for processing development permits under federal or state regulations require time limits which exceed one year. Upon application, and for good cause by the Permittee, at a public hearing pursuant to Article 36 of Butte County Zoning Code, the Planning Commission may extend any time limitation previously made a part of any condition to a Minor Use Permit. 20  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 21  5. The terms and conditions of this Permit shall run with the land and shall be binding upon and to the benefit of the heirs, legal representatives, successors, and assigns of the Permittee. 6. Neither the applicant, nor any agent nor representative of the applicant shall intentionally omit or misrepresent any material fact in connection with the application. Any alleged material misrepresentation shall constitute grounds for the Director of Development Services to commence a revocation hearing, and, if proven to exist, shall constitute sufficient grounds to revoke the Permit. II. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: Department of Development Services 1. The approved use shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved site plan and application on file with the Butte County Planning Division. Minor changes may be allowed subject to the approval by the Zoning Administrator, if found to be in substantial conformance to the approved project. 2. The applicant shall construct and operate the project in strict compliance with the approvals granted herein, County standards, local ordinances, and in compliance with all State and Federal laws, regulations, and standards. In the event of a conflict between County laws and standards and a State or Federal law, regulation, or standard, the stricter or higher standard shall control. Approved operations shall be managed and monitored to insure that activities do not constitute a public nuisance, as defined in State and local law. 3. The applicant shall obtain all necessary building permits from the Butte County Building Division for all proposed structures to be constructed at the project site. The applicant shall submit building plans and specifications prepared by a California registered design professional (engineer or architect) demonstrating compliance with the current California Building Code requirements. 4. The property owner shall record a declaration acknowledging the right to farm, pursuant to Chapter 35 of the Butte County Code (Agricultural Statement of Acknowledgement). 5. Prior to Building Permit approval, the applicant shall submit complete landscape planting and irrigation plans to the Department of Development Services for review and approval. Landscaping plans for new or rehabilitated landscape installation that equals or exceeds 500 square feet shall be consistent with the requirements of the State of California Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) and applicable Butte County Zoning Code requirements for landscaping and parking lot shading. 6. Adequate off-street parking shall be available on the property. All parking areas shall conform to the applicable requirements of Butte County Code §24-91 et seq. [Parking and Loading]. 7. All exterior lighting shall comply with all requirements of Chapter 24, Division 4. – Outdoor Lighting (Section 24-62 et. seq.) of the Butte County Code. Exterior lighting shall be located, adequately shielded, and directed such that no direct light falls outside the property line, or into the Public right- of-way. Flashing, flickering, or other lighting that is distracting or may be confused with traffic or emergency signals are prohibited. 8. Signage advertising the facility shall be limited to one (1) sign up to twenty-four (24) square feet in size, and shall adhere to the standards set forth in Butte County Code section 24-104. 21  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 22  9. In the event grading activities are performed and reveal the presence of prehistoric or historic cultural resources (i.e., artifact concentrations, including arrowheads and other stone tools or chipping debris, cans glass, etc.; structural remains; human skeletal remains) work within 50 feet of the find shall immediately cease until a qualified professional archaeologist can be consulted to evaluate the find and implement appropriate mitigation procedures. If human skeletal remains are encountered, State law requires immediate notification of the County Coroner (530.538.7404). If the County Coroner determines that the remains are in an archaeological context, the Native American Heritage Commission in Sacramento shall be notified immediately, pursuant to State Law, to arrange for Native American participation in determining the disposition of such remains. The provisions of this mitigation shall be followed during the construction of all subdivision improvements, including land clearing, road construction, utility installation, and building site development. 10. The following best practice measures to reduce impacts to air quality shall be incorporated by the project applicant, subject property owners, or third-party contractors during construction activities on the project site. These measures are intended to reduce criteria air pollutants that may originate from the site during the course of land clearing and other construction operations. Diesel PM Exhaust from Construction Equipment and Commercial On-Road Vehicles Greater than 10,000 Pounds • All on- and off-road equipment shall not idle for more than five minutes. Signs shall be posted in the designated queuing areas and/or job sites to remind drivers and operators of the five-minute idling limit. • Idling, staging and queuing of diesel equipment within 1,000 feet of sensitive receptors are prohibited. • All construction equipment shall be maintained in proper tune according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Equipment must be checked by a certified mechanic and determined to be running in proper condition before the start of work. • Install diesel particulate filters or implement other CARB-verified diesel emission control strategies. • Shall not operate a diesel-fueled auxiliary power system (APS) to power a heater, air conditioner, or any ancillary equipment on that vehicle during sleeping or resting in a sleeper berth for greater than 5 minutes at any location when within 100 feet of restricted areas. • To the extent feasible, truck trips shall be scheduled during non-peak hours to reduce perk hour emissions. Operational TAC Emissions • All mobile and stationary Toxic Air Contaminants (TACs) sources shall comply with applicable Airborne Toxic Control Measures (ATCMs) promulgated by the CARB throughout the life of the project (see http:www.arb.ca.gov/toxics/atcm/atcm.htm). • Stationary sources shall comply with applicable Butte County Air Quality Management District (District) rules and regulations. Fugitive Dust Construction activities can generate fugitive dust that can be a nuisance to local residents and businesses near a construction site. Dust complaints could result in a violation of the District’s “Nuisance” and 22  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 23  “Fugitive Dust” Rules 200 and 205, respectively. The following is a list of measures that may be required throughout the duration of the construction activities: • Reduce the amount of the disturbed area where possible. • Use of water trucks or sprinkler systems in sufficient quantities to prevent airborne dust from leaving the site. An adequate water supply source must be identified. Increased watering frequency would be required whenever wind speeds exceed 15 mph. Reclaimed (non-potable) water should be used whenever possible. • All dirt stockpile areas should be sprayed daily as needed, covered, or a District approved alternative method will be used. • Permanent dust control measures identified in the approved project revegetation and landscape plans should be implemented as soon as possible following completion of any soil disturbing activities. • Exposed ground areas that will be reworked at dates greater than one month after initial grading should be sown with a fast-germinating non-invasive grass seed and watered until vegetation is established. • All disturbed soil areas not subject to re-vegetation should be stabilized using approved chemical soil binders, jute netting, or other methods approved in advance by the District. • All roadways, driveways, sidewalks, etc. to be paved should be completed as soon as possible. In addition, building pads should be laid as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are used. • Vehicle speed for all construction vehicles shall not exceed 15 mph on any unpaved surface at the construction site. • All trucks hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials are to be covered or should maintain at least two feet of freeboard (minimum vertical distance between top of load and top of trailer) in accordance with local regulations. • Install wheel washers where vehicles enter and exit unpaved roads onto streets, or wash off trucks and equipment leaving the site. • Sweep streets at the end of each day if visible soil material is carried onto adjacent paved roads. Water sweepers with reclaimed water should be used where feasible. • Post a sign in prominent location visible to the public with the telephone numbers of the contractor and the Butte County Air Quality Management District - (530) 332-9400 for any questions or concerns about dust from the project. 11. Prior to any ground disturbing activities or the issuance of any permit or approval that would result in ground disturbing activity, identified wetland features within the project site shall be mapped through a formal delineation of the Waters of the United States, and verified by the United State Army Corps of Engineers. Additionally, and prior to any ground disturbing activities, the wetlands will be assessed by a qualified biologist to determine if they have the potential to support state and federally listed wildlife and botanical species. Once the biological constraints of the property have been fully defined, appropriate buffers and protection measures will be established around the sensitive areas, in accordance with state and federal regulations. A minimum 50-foot development avoidance ‘No Disturbance’ buffer shall be established around the outer edge of wetland features unless a larger buffer 23  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 24  area is required due to the presence of federally, state or CNPS ranked species. Wetland features and the development avoidance buffer area shall be drawn on engineering drawings of development plans. 12. Prior to the start of construction activities within the project area, temporary exclusionary fencing shall be erected around the buffer zones of the wetland features to ensure that they will be completely avoided. If necessary, a qualified botanist shall be present to assist with locating the wetland features and buffer area. The exclusionary fencing shall be periodically inspected throughout each period of construction and be repaired as necessary. All pedestrian and vehicular entry into the completely avoided areas delineated by the fencing shall be prohibited during construction. 13. Prior to issuance of the Minor Use Permit, the applicant shall pay any outstanding project-related processing fees. Land Development Division, Department of Public Works 14. Prior to establishing use, obtain an encroachment permit and improve all new and existing driveway approaches to publicly maintained roads as specified in the county improvement standards and the terms of the encroachment permit. 15. Prior to establishing use, deed to Butte County in fee simple 40 feet of right-of-way from the physical centerline of Nelson Avenue along the entire property frontage. The right-of-way shall be sufficient for the installation of county improvement standard S-5 at all street intersections. 16. Prior to establishing use, submit road and drainage improvement plans to the Land Development Division for construction of street frontage improvements on Nelson Avenue. Widen parcel frontage to a ½-street section on Nelson Avenue to an RS-2A County Improvement Standard including vertical curb, gutter, and sidewalk, 5″ AC, 14″ AB, prime coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction. Construct or provide a performance bond and labor and material bond for the construction of the required improvements prior to establishing use. 17. Prior to establishing use, drainage plans and calculations shall be submitted to and approved by the Department of Public Works. Engineering plans shall detail existing drainage conditions and specify how storm water runoff will be either detained or retained onsite and/ or conveyed to the nearest natural drainage channel or publicly maintained facility. Engineering calculations shall show there is no increase in peak flow runoff leaving the property. 18. Prior to grading, a construction storm water permit will be required by the State Water Resources Control Board if the project results in ground disturbance, including clearing, excavation, filling, and grading of one or more acres. The permit must be obtained from the State Water Resources Control Board prior to construction. Submit engineering estimate of area to be disturbed to the Department of Public Works for review and approval. If a construction storm water permit is required, engineering plans shall show the Waste Discharge Identification (WDID) number on the title sheet of the plans and a copy of the erosion and sediment control plan shall be provided to the Land Development Division of the Public Works Department. If a construction storm water permit is required, place a note on an additional map sheet that states: “The development of this parcel/final map required a construction storm water permit. Construction activities that result in a land disturbance of less than one acre, but which are part of a larger common plan of development, also require a permit. Development of individual lots may require an additional permit(s).” 24  Butte County Department of Development Services   January 23, 2020  Agenda Report – MUP19-0003/Base Camp Village, Inc.  Page 25  19. Prior to the issuance of the minor use permit, prove to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director that the parcel of the subject application is a legal parcel. Butte County Fire Department/Cal Fire 20. Construction, installation or development of buildings and/or roads, driveways, gates and bridges on parcels/lots shall comply with the current adopted California Fire Code and current Butte County Improvement Standards, whichever is stricter. 21. Prior to building construction, provide an all-weather access of at least 10 feet wide for residential, and 20 feet wide for commercial, and vertical clearance of 15 feet that will allow for ingress and egress and accommodate a 40,000-pound fire apparatus to within 150 feet of any point on all structures. 22. Commercial cooking equipment that produce grease laden vapors shall be provided with a Type I Hood and an automatic fire extinguishing system that is listed and labeled for its intended use. 23. Portable Fire Extinguishers may be required but the type/quantity and location will be dependent upon the occupancy classification. Thermalito Water and Sewer District 24. All construction and inspection shall be conducted according to TWSD policy and standards. 25. Any infrastructure improvements necessary to provide proposed water and sewer service including but not limited to water main extensions, increase pipe size, etc. shall be paid for by the Developer. 26. Three (3) set of improvement drawings shall be submitted to TWSDS for review and approval prior to construction. Inspection and plan check fees will be assessed based upon an Engineer’s Construction Estimate for the project. 27. The project shall consist of not more than twelve (12) units. Final connection fees will be determined upon submittal of final approved plans and the applicable policy/standard for the development. I hereby declare under penalty of perjury that I have read the foregoing conditions that they are in fact the conditions which were imposed upon the granting of this Minor Use Permit, and that I agree to abide fully by said conditions. Dated: __________________ __________________________________ Applicant 25 Oroville Thermalito Nelson Ave Plumas Ave Ar d e e C t Vista Estates Ct Plumas Ave (undeveloped)Sixteenth StCrest Dr Forebay Access RdMountain Vista Dr Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, USDA, USGS, AeroGRID, IGN, and the GIS User Community MUP19-0003 Base Camp Village, LLC Minor Use Permit 1:7,000 0 450 900 1,350225FeetLakes Legend Roads Railroad Streams Project Location ®VICINITY MAP 26 Thermalito ForebayP AG-80 VLDR MDR RR-5 City of Oroville Request:File:MUP19-0003030-020-097 Supervisorial District #4 Minor Use Permit VLDR (Very Low Density Residential)Base Camp Village, Inc. Butte County Zone Districts Assessor Parcel No: ¬ Zoning:Applicant/Owner: 0 875 1,750 2,625 3,500 4,375437.5 Feet Project Site ^ 27 01,250 2,5003,750 5,000625FeetCopyright:© 2013 National Geographic Society, i-cubedMap created by:Butte CountyDevelopment Services Department7 County Center Drive, Oroville, Ca. 95965·USGS 7.5' Quadrangle Map 1:24,000MUP19-0003 (Base Camp Village, LLC)Project Site28 G R E G O R Y A. P E I T Z A R C H I T E C T SHEET of: TWO 383 Rio Lindo Ave. Chico, CA. 95926 (530) 894-5719 29 30 31 Project Location: Base Camp Village, Inc. is located at 1700 Nelson Avenue (APN 030-020-097) and is zoned Very Low Density Residential (VLDR). The site is boarded by Nelson Avenue to the south, the levy for the Thermalito Forebay is to the north, a residential use to the west and vacant land to the east. The site is located in section of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) T76N, R20W of the USGA 7.5-minute Oroville Quadrangle Site Description: The site is approximately 4.27 acres in size and is currently vacant with annual grasses and weeds taking up the majority of the site, with a few blackberry hedges and willow trees to the western side of the lot. The site itself is generally flat, with a slight elevation change from the north down to the southwest. Across the southern portion of the property are utility poles utilized by Comcast and AT&T services, as well as a dilapidated barbed wire fence with wood fence post. Pacific Gas and Electric power poles are located on the southside of Nelson Avenue. Project Description: The project includes the request to permit the construction of a 12-unit (16 beds) Residential Care Home to provide housing for homeless, disabled persons (physical, mental or substance use). One unit will be reserved for an onsite resident manager. The request also includes providing supporting services onsite through the construction of a 900 square foot office building, allowing case managers and other supportive services a place to meet with tenants. The proposal also includes the construction of a small 24-foot by 40-foot wide storage shed which will allow for safe keeping of tenants personal items that do not fit in their unit and as well as for storage of landscaping and cleaning supplies. These supplies will be utilized by Pro-Touch. Pro-Touch allows vocational training in janitorial services and landscaping with the goal of supporting individuals to move toward resilience, wellness and independence. Participation in Pro-Touch allows tenants an opportunity to gain employment and leave the site during normal business hours. All activities related to Pro-Touch will be conducted off-site, in and around the County, with only storage to take place on site. The project also includes: Project Details Supervision and Management 32 The site will have a full-time live-in property manager who will occupy one of the units. As part of existing procedures by Caminar, the Property Manager will have to meet several qualifications, including educating and regularly reviewing Emergency Safety Procedures with tenants and conducting safety drills. The Manager will also be the first line to mediate disagreements between tenants, and will ensure the property is well maintained. The Manager will also be required to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, pass a pre-employment medical test, maintain First Aid and CPR Certification, routinely walk the facility to ensure hazards and safety concerns are addressed, and to correct any security issues. This manager will be available to the public during normal business hours and for emergencies after hours. In addition to an onsite Property Manager, Butte County Department of Behavioral Health will provide case managers who will routinely visit the site during normal business hours. Caminar will provide additional onsite property management and supportive services to the tenants as necessary. Tenants will also participate in educational and group activities, create an individual service plan and be supported to participate in vocational opportunities. Tenants Although the proposal is to provide entry to low barrier housing, the tenants who occupy the location will have to sign a lease with Caminar, pay monthly rent, abide by existing rules and procedures including obeying quite hours, and no guests from 9 p.m. to 9 a.m.. If tenants fail to follow the terms of the lease including the Community Rules, they could be subject to eviction from the site. Security In addition to having a live-in property manager, security cameras will be placed on the structures to monitor the grounds and ensure that individuals remain onsite and to minimize any trespassing. Signs will be placed at each vehicle entrance noting hours of operation and warning of trespassing. Lighting Typical residential lighting will be placed on the residential structure and office. This lighting will be similar to porch or patio lighting found in residential neighborhoods. This lighting will be dark sky compliant with lighting directed downward. Additional low-level lighting will be placed around the walk ways. This lighting will be similar to lighting found in hardware stores that can be individually affixed to the ground and powered by solar. No large parking lot lighting is proposed. Parking Table 24-93-1 – On-site Parking Requirements, requires 1 stall per 4 beds for a Residential Care Home, plus 1 stall per 300 square feet of office and other non-residential areas are required to be provided. In this case, 12 bedrooms and a 900 square foot office area require a minimum of 6 stalls. Currently the proposal includes providing a total of 11 off-street parking stalls that will be accessed by a looped driveway that connects to Nelson Avenue. This design allows vehicles to exit the site in a forward motion. Landscaping Landscaping will be provided in strategic locations along the front property line, within the parking lot to provide shade and within the facility. Specific landscaping details will be provided 33 prior to issuance of a building permit. Such landscaping detail will ensure that the project is in compliance with Low Impact Development, County Code requirements for landscape and shading percentages and water demand standards. 24-222 Findings The review and decision-making authority may approve an application for a Conditional Use or Minor Use Permit only if the proposed project complies with applicable standards in the Zoning Ordinance, other County ordinances, the General Plan, any other applicable community or specific plan, and the County Improvement Standards, and as supported by all of the following findings: A. The proposed use is allowed in the applicable zone or meets the criteria for the reconstruction or intensification of a nonconforming use per Article 22 (Nonconforming Uses and Structures). The proposed use, Residential Care Home is permitted within the zoning designation subject to Use Permit approval. A Use Permit has been processed in accordance with Butte County Municipal Code requirements. The proposal itself is supported by several General Plan Polices, Actions and Goals: Goal H-1: Provide for the County’s regional share of new housing for all income groups and future residents as identified in the Housing Needs Assessment. Goal H-2: Encourage the provision of affordable housing in the Unincorporated Area. H-P2.1 Support the development of affordable housing in locations with adequate services and transportation accessibility. Goal H-4: Collaborate with existing service providers to meet the special housing needs of homeless persons, elderly, large families, disabled persons, and farmworkers. H-P4.2 Partner with service providers to accommodate the needs of the homeless population in the Unincorporated Area. H-P4.3 Encourage transitional housing as a bridge between homeless facilities and independent living. H-P4.8 Encourage developers of rental units to build units for large families, and studio and one-bedroom units to facilitate independent living for persons with mental illness. H-P4.9 Provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to housing. Goal H-5: Ensure equal housing opportunity. 34 H-P5.1 Continue to promote housing opportunities for all persons regardless of age, race, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, disability, or other barriers that prevent choice in housing. B. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed use will be compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. With the exception of a few residential structures in the area, one abutting to the west, the area is generally void of any existing land uses. The design of the facility is residential in scale in that the structures are all single story and grouped together. Landscaping will be provided to further soften the appearance of the structures from the street and to provide privacy and shade. Security cameras and trespassing signage will be installed. The site will be served with a live-in property manager who will ensure site security, and safety and to provide general welfare for all the tenants. The proposal itself includes operating characteristics that prohibit visitors at the site from 9 p.m. to 9 a.m. and a list of rules that ensures tenants are living in a cohesive environment with one another and within their surroundings. C. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of the County. The proposal includes a series of checks and balances to ensure that tenants are not detrimental to themselves, other tenants and the surrounding neighborhood. These measures include how the facility is designed, having an onsite property manager, who themselves are screened and trained in first aid and CPR. Additional measures include providing security through fencing, lighting and cameras. The proposal includes providing employment to the tenants so that they are off site during normal business hours and through a lease agreement and accompanying rules. In the event that a tenant does not follow the terms of their lease, there are measures in place that will allow the tenant to be evicted from the location. D. The proposed use is properly located within the County and adequately served by existing or planned services and infrastructure. The proposed use is located in a portion of the County that has minimal existing residential uses. The subject site is in proximity to power and water services. The site is large enough to accommodate a septic system. E. The size, shape, and other physical characteristics of the subject property are adequate to ensure compatibility of the proposed use with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity of the subject property. The subject site is generally level and flat, with a small water feature to the west. The proposal includes avoiding this water feature by developing all improvements to the southeastern corner of the site. The proposal includes adequate parking stalls and path of travel to all onsite structures. The parking lot is designed in a “U” to allow vehicles to exit the site in a forward-facing manner. 35 About Base Camp Village, Inc. Mission Base Camp Village, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, was founded in the Fall of 2017 with the goal of helping some of the most vulnerable in our community. Base Camp Village, Inc.’s mission is to provide permanent supportive housing for people with serious mental illness who are experiencing homelessness. Each permanent supportive housing complex developed by Base Camp Village, Inc. will be constructed and supervised by a licensed general contractor with the help of volunteers through “Bootstrap Workers”, a vocational training program for persons with felony convictions who are currently on parole or probation. Vision The vision of Base Camp Village, Inc. is to inspire others in Butte County to replicate this model with the hope of ending homelessness and providing vocational training for a greater number of Butte County residents. 36 22 Jordan’s Place | Chico, CA 95926 | (530) 342-9321 Base Camp Village, Inc. From the Streets to the Stars with Difficulty. Submitted July 23, 2019 Re: (MUP19-0003); Nelson Avenue, APN 030-020-097. Under the oversight and management of Caminar, Base Camp Village on Nelson Avenue will serve Butte County residents who have serious mental illness and who are experiencing homelessness. The complex will have a live-in Property Manager/Support Worker who will work in close coordination with Butte County Department of Behavioral Health (BCDBH) Case Managers to offer supportive services for residents. The complex will have 12 ADA compliant units (8 studios and 4 one-bedroom units) with furnishings, appliances (oven, stove, refrigerator, microwave, air conditioning, heating), and broadband internet, which may be single-occupancy or accommodate couples or a parent with a child. The program will serve people assessed at the highest priority by the Coordinated Entry System and who are being served by BCDBH. Site amenities will include a fire sprinkler system, outdoor courtyard, dog walk area, and a community building, with a group/conference room, two counseling offices, laundry facilities, and restroom. 37 38 39 117 Meyers Street • Suite 120 • Chico CA 95928 • 530-332-9909 1 Base Camp Village Property Preliminary Wetlands Assessment May 2, 2019 Base Camp Village, Inc. Attn: Ron Reed 22 Jordans Place Chico, CA 95973 RE: Base Camp Village Property, APN 030-020-097, Butte County, CA (GE Project No. 19-053) Mr. Reed; Per your request Gallaway Enterprises has completed an evaluation of Assessor’s Parcel Number 030- 020-097, referred to as the Base Camp Village Property (Property), located at 1700 Nelson Road just west of the city limits of Oroville in Butte County, CA. The purpose of our evaluation is to provide a professional opinion regarding the location and extent of any features that meet the regulatory criteria to be considered “waters of the United States” by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps). We have based our evaluation on a review of historic and current aerial photography, the criteria for determining a jurisdictional wetland from the Corps, and a site visit conducted on April 26, 2019. This evaluation was completed by Senior Botanist Elena Gregg, and Biologist Leah Cochran. The Property is currently open annual grassland with patches of riparian vegetation. The Property is bound by the levee of the Thermalito Forebay to the north, Nelson Road to the south, and open land and rural residential buildings to the east and west (Figure 1). The annual grassland within the Property is dominated by rattlesnake grass (Briza maxima), soft chess (Bromus hordeaceus), medusahead grass (Elymus caput-medusae), ookow (Dichelostemma multiflorum), perennial ryegrass (Festuca perennis), hawkbit (Leontodon saxatilis), long-beaked stork’s bill (Erodium botrys), and rose clover (Trifolium hirtum). The patches of riparian vegetation within the Property are generally dominated by arroyo willow (Salix lasiolepis), pacific rush (Juncus effusus), Himalayan blackberry (Rubus armeniacus), and hardstem bulrush (Schoenoplectus acutus). It’s our understanding that the landowner is considering developing the Property; if the development would result in wetlands being filled it will fall under the regulation of the Clean Water Act (CWA). The provisions and requirements of the CWA would necessitate permits from the Corps and the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) if jurisdictional wetlands are filled, modified or de-watered. In addition, the wetlands would need to be 40 Oroville Basecamp VillageProject Location Figure 1M0100200Feet Data Sources: ESRI, Butte County, DigitalGlobe 4/21/2017 GEP: #19-053 Map Date: 05/02/19 Project Boundary - (4.3 acres) 1:3,500 Project Location Nelson Ave 16th St Thermalito Forebay 41 3 Base Camp Village Property Preliminary Wetlands Assessment assessed in order to determine if they have potential to contain state and/or federally listed species prior to any disturbance. Results Following a site visit and review of aerial photography, the approximate locations of jurisdictional features within the site are presented in Figure 2. This assessment is no substitute for conducting a formal delineation of waters of the United States and should be used for planning purposes only. A total of eight preliminary wetlands were identified within the Property. The largest of the wetlands present is a riparian wetland located at the toe of the offsite levee. Along the southwestern corner of the Property is a drainage with riparian wetland vegetation within and along its banks. The six remaining wetlands are scattered primarily in the eastern portion of the Property and are seasonal swale wetlands. Exact locations and quantities of these wetlands have only been estimated based on the aerial photographs and the field visit. If proposed construction activities would include grading and/or filling wetlands, the wetland boundaries would need to be more accurately defined with a formal delineation of waters of the United States and be verified by the Corps. Summary The site contains several potentially jurisdictional wetland features. Impacts to any of these waters of the United States would require a permit from the Corps and RWQCB and require compensatory mitigation. Additionally, these wetlands would need to be assessed in order to determine if they have potential to support state and federally listed wildlife and botanical species prior to any construction activities. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me or Kevin Sevier at (530) 332-9909. Sincerely, Elena Gregg, Senior Botanist 42 39.5241,-121.604 39.5249,-121.6016 Oroville Basecamp VillagePreliminary Assessment of Waters of the U.S.Figure 2M050100Feet Data Sources: ESRI, Butte County, DigitalGlobe 4/21/2017 GEP: #19-053 Map Date: 05/02/19 Project Boundary - (4.3 acres)Prleiminary Assessment of WOTUS - (0.61 acres) Wetlands 1:1,150 The extents and locations of features presented on this map do notconstitute a formal wetland delineation and should be used forplanning purposes only. Prior to any construction activities a formal Delineation of Waters ofthe United States should be conducted and submitted to theUSACE for determination of jurisdiction. Nelson Ave Thermalito Forebay 43 Site Photos – Base Camp Village, Inc. Minor Use Permit (June 19, 2019) Photo 1 – View east along property’s frontage off Nelson Ave (County Road). Photo 2 – View northeast across property. 44 Site Photos – Base Camp Village, Inc. Minor Use Permit (June 19, 2019) Photo 3 – Seasonal drainage swale with riparian vegetation on western side of the property. Photo 4 – Proposed development area with riparian wetlands in background. 45 Site Photos – Base Camp Village, Inc. Minor Use Permit (June 19, 2019) Photo 5 – View north along east property line. Photo 6 – View west along property’s frontage off Nelson Ave. 46