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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLand Use Element Amendment 83-2 - Department of Development CITY CLERK°S srs a�aa COPY LAND USE ELEMENT ' AMENDMENT 83= 2 � huntington beach department o development services 4/83 �' TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 Methodology 1 2.0 TALBERT-BEACH AREA 3 OF CONCERN 2.1 Background 3 2.2 Analysis 4 Land Use 4 Housing 4 Public Services and Utilities 5 Traffic Circulation 6 2.3 Staff Recommendation 7 APPENDICES Appendix A Initial Study Appendix B Letters of Comment 1.0 iNTIRODUCTION This report analyzes Amendment 83-2 to the Land Use Element of the Huntington Beach General Plan. The Land Use Element was adopted as a mandated element of the General Plan in December, 1973; this is the nineteenth amendment to the element. Existing general plan land uses throughout the City are depicted in the attached Land Use diagrams. 1.1 Methodology This amendment considers a City-initiated request to change the land use designations on a 4.65+ acre site located south of Talbert Avenue and west of Beach Boulevard (see Figure 1-1). The change in land,use designation is being requested in order to accommodate the development of approximately 240 affordable. rental units for senior citizens on the subject site and an adjacent 1.1 acres already designated high density residential. The amendment request on the site is analyzed in terms of existing conditions on the site, anticipated impact on surrounding areas, major land uses and consistency with adopted 'City goals and policies. The California rnvernment Code states that no mandatory element of a general plan can be amended more frequently than three times per year.. Section 65361(b) of the Code, however, exempts an amendment necessary for the development of residential units for which at least 25 percent will be occupied by or available to persons of low or moderate income. Since this amendment is necessary for the development of affordable housing (senior rental units), it will not count as one of the three amendments allowed in 1983. 1 M[f,DD.Y 4 6 rDwN vw�w� • ^/ 1 IYY�r �LL6 \\ / /DYIMD \ P/I IpM1 \ •I I \ 1 i ��rwrD AREA OF CONCERN LUG O � huntington beach planning department Environmental Assessment, An initial study was prepared for the proposed project to identify potential environmental impacts. This study is included in Appendix A. After reviewing the initial study, the City's Environmental Review Committee has determined that Land Use Element Amendment 83-2 would have no significant impacts on the environment and Negative Declaration' 83-4 has been prepared and posted. 2 2.0 TALBERT-BEACH AREA OF CONCERN 2.1 Background The area of concern addressed by .Land Use ,Element Amendment 83-2 is a 4.65 gross acre parcel located south of Talbert Avenue, approximately 630 feet north of Taylor Drive, approximately 225 feet east of Kovacs Street and generally 900 feet west of Beach Boulevard. The property is currently designated for industrial and medium density residential uses in the City's Land Use Element (see Figure 2-1). The amendment request is to designate the entire site for high density residential. The zoning on the majority of the property is (Q) R2-PD, qualified medium density residential with a planned development suffix. The remainder of the site is zoned MI-A, restricted manufacturing. (See Figure 2-2.) The area of concern is currently vacant except for four single family homes. (See Figure 2-3.) Property north of the area of concern across Talbert Avenue is developed as multiple family units. Located west of the area of concern is vacant property designated for future industrial development, the Talbert Avenue Industrial Park, an automobile dismantling operation, several small light manufacturing firms and a lumber yard. Property to the east of the study area is vacant and is general planned and zoned for residential development. The study area is bordered to the south by a development of single family homes and vacant property planned .for senior citizen condominiums. 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IIIIIN11�1�/1�11�1�1111� � ■ .. , ----------- �.� -----w• r -w— INDUSTRIAL w4o'A'mmmm PARK :w&FA'ArA IIII�%MMO -/7m�-r- • M'/.A♦ ��Y��-IJY--Iltllf I.L�� I.II ..m m2mNo �. �• II I.I/I•r��l1YY�YY��-Y� /II/III% --- ---_---- i' rAi iiAPi W i�iiVACANT w LUMBER • 1 .� TERRY PARK 1 lose men milli moll The area of concern is located within the 25-acre Talbert-Beach Redevelopment Area. The preliminary redevelopment plan for this larger area proposes a mix of residential types including market rate condominiums, affordable rental units for senior citizens and affordable condominiums for senior citizens. The redevelopment area also includes a 5.6+ acre parcel west of the area of concern designated for industrial uses. 2.2 Analysis 1. Land Use A land use designation of high density residential on the 4.65 acre area of concern would allow development of 35 or more residential units per acre. Preliminary plans for the area are to develop approximately 240 affordable units for senior citizens in the area of concern and in an adjacent 1.1 acres which currently has a high density residential designation. Portions of the area of concern abut existing and proposed industrial uses to the north and west. These industrial uses could pose incompatibility problems with any residential project developed on the subject property. The area of concern may be subject to noise and dust from a nearby lumber yard. Additionally, odors and noise from other surrounding manufacturing firms may also impact future residential development on the site. Extensive landscaping, berming, increased setbacks and special attention to project design could, however, significantly mitigate adverse environmental impacts from adjacent industrial sources. Residential units in the area of concern should be oriented away from these industrial uses and separated from the industrial areas by parking areas, open space, berms, landscaping or other types of buffers in order to mitigate any adverse impacts. Future industrial development adjacent to the area of concern should also be designed to lessen potential impacts. Buffering techniques could also serve to visually integrate the proposed high density residential development with low density single family homes to the south. Vacant property to the east of the area of concern is designated for medium density residential and would be compatible with high density development on the area of concern. 2. Housing The City's Housing Element contains policy to promote housing that meets the special needs of elderly persons. As discussed previously, the amendment request would enable the City to proceed with development plans for approximately 240 rental units for senior citizens. 4 3. Public Services and Utilities a. Sewers Two sewer lines are located in close proximity to the area of concern. An eight inch sever line runs easterly along Talbert Avenue, and an additional eight inch line extends northerly and westerly along Kovacs Street. The Public Works Department has indicated that the existing sewer line in Talbert Avenue has adequate capacity to handle the proposed high density residential project. b. ',Hater An existing eight inch water main runs along Talbert Avenue north of the area of concern. The Public Works Department has indicated that an additional 800 or more feet of 12 inch water main installed in Talbert Avenue is necessary to provide adequate water service for the proposed high density residential development. C. Storm Drains The area of concern is in the vicinity of a 38-40 inch storm drain in Talbert Avenue which terminates at the Pacific Electric right-of-way. Plans call for the connection of this storm drain to a proposed 48 inch pipe extending approximately 1,300, feet north of Talbert Avenue parallel to the Pacific Electric right-of-way. The Public Works Department recently completed a hydrology study on the area of concern and surrounding tributory areas. Development of the 4.65 amendment area would require 1,400+ feet of storm drain pipe to properly drain and convey the runoff to the existing drainage facilities in Talbert Avenue. Construction of the 48 inch pipe parallel to the Pacific Electric right-of-way should also be installed to mitigate serious flooding problems that presently exist north of the area of concern. The City is currently negotiating to acquire the entire easement required for the 48 inch storm drain. d. Parks Terry Park, a five acre neighborhood park is located south of the area of concern and is ideally situated to the proposed residential development to provide opportunity for both active and passive recreational pursuits. The 327+ acre Huntington Central Park is approximately one half mile to the west. These two facilities can provide convenient park and recreation facilities for the proposed residential development. 5 e. Police and Fire Protection Police service for the area of concern is provided by the City of Huntington Beach, which operates from one central facility located at Main Street and Yorktown Avenue. Based upon the national average of two officers per 1,000 population, the Police Department has indicated that development of the proposed high density residential project would require an additional 1.34 police officers. Fire protection for the area of concern is provided by the City of Huntington Beach from the Gothard Station located north of Ellis Avenue on the west side of Gothard Street and the Murdy Station, located on Gothard Street between Edinger Avenue and Heil Avenue. The area of concern lies within the five minute response area of the stations and can be adequately serviced under the proposed land use designation. f. Gas and Electrical Utilities Natural gas service is provided by the Southern California Gas Company. Gas service can be provided from an existing main located in the vicinity of the area of concern. The Gas Company notes, however, that gas supply may be affected by the overall availability of natural gas and by State and federal regulatory policies. Electrical service is provided through the Southern California Edison Company. The Edison Company estimates that providing electricity to the area of concern would pose no local service constraints under the proposed land use designation. g. Solid Waste Disposal The Rainbow Disposal Company provides solid waste collection to the City of Huntington Beach. No local service constraints are expected under the proposed land use designation. 4. Traffic Circulation Access to the area of concern would be from Talbert Avenue with additional access through a road in Terry Park to Taylor Avenue. Talbert Avenue, located directly north of the project, is a primary arterial with a capacity of approximately 30,000 daily trips. Currently, daily traffic volume on Talbert Avenue is 4,900 vehicles per day. Taylor 7rive is a local two-lane collector street primarily serving a residential tract located south of the area of concern. Access to the site is proposed from an extension road through Terry Park connecting into the westerly end of Taylor Drive. The present daily traffic volume on Taylor Drive is approximately 2,350 vehicle trips. 6 w In evaluating projected traffic impacts from the amendment site, the Public Works Department based .their analysis on a 240 unit senior residential development planned for the area of concern and an adjacent 1.1 acres. The trip generation analysis utilized generation rates of 4.5 trip ends per dwelling unit to reflect senior citizen housing and activities. It is anticipated that approximately 1,110 trips per day would be generated by the proposed development. The majority of the generated traffic will access onto Talbert Avenue which can easily accommodate the increased volume. Traffic generated by the proposed development onto Taylor Drive is not expected to pose any serious traffic flow impacts. Public Works does recommend, however, that the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Taylor Drive be signalized so that motorists can easily exit and enter Taylor Drive. Present conditions at this intersection have created significant safety problems. The City has been informed by the .California Transportation Commission that a signal is planned at this location in the future. Residents using the Taylor Drive access will travel through Terry Park which may pose a disturbance to Park users. Only about nine percent of the development's projected vehicle trips will use Taylor Drive, and access is planned through the western edge of the Park which will serve to lessen any adverse impacts. If the development is gated, the possibility of cars stacking onto Talbert Avenue while waiting to enter the project could occur. Any significant backup problems can be mitigated by positioning the gates so they provide sufficient stacking distance into the development with adequate turnarounds. Apart from the need for a traffic signal at Beach Boulevard and Taylor Drive, the Public Works Department does not anticipate any significant problems from projected traffic volumes generated by the proposed project. Bus routes in the vicinity of the area of concern are located on Beach Boulevard. Currently there are no routes operating on Talbert Avenue immediately north of the study area. The Orange County Transit District has recommended that sidewalks and accessways from the project be provided to both Beach Boulevard and Talbert Avenue. 2.3 Staff Recommendation The City's amendment request to designate the 4.65 acre area of concern to high density residential is intended to accommodate the development of affordable apartments for senior citizens. Appropriate sites for this project are limited, and the majority of the site is already designated for residential development. Development of a senior citizens housing project would be a significant action towards furthering the City's goal of ensuring adequate housing opportunity for all economic segments of the community and, in particular, for seniors. Residential development in the area of concern should be oriented away from nearby industrial uses and properly designed and buffered to mitigate potential adverse_environmental impacts. Staff recommends approval of the amendment request. 7 APPENDIX A: Initial Study /,�nCITY OF HUNTINGTON P""CH eff DEVELOPMENT SERVICNWEPARTMENT p P. O. Box 190 ' Huntington Beach, CA.92648 . . .u,.w . Tel: (714) 536-5271 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM Fee - $1 5. 00 FOR CITY USE ONLY City of Huntington Beach Date Annlicant/Authorized Agent Received: Project Number: 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Department of Origin : Mailing. Address i I (714) 536-5271 Other Applications or I Telephone Permit Numbers : City of Hunting on Beach, Jolly, Collins/Zweibel Property Owner on file in the Department of Development Services Mailing Address/Telephone 1. 0 Project Information (please attach Plot Plan and submit photographs of subject property) 1 . 1 Nature of Project: Give complete description of the proposed project. Change in land use designation in the General Plan from Indus- trial , Medium Density and High Density Residential to High Density Residential. 1 . 2 Location of Project: (Address , nearest street intersections) Approximately 5. 69 gross acres located South of Talbert Avenue, 630 ' North of Taylor 900 feet West of Beach Boulevard 1 . 3 Assessor ' s Parcel Number: See locational Map -1- -' 1 . �1 What is the present zoning on the property? M1-A, (Q) R2 - PD 1 . 5 What is the surrounding land.` use to the: North Industrial South Terry Park, low density condominiums East Commercial West Industrial 1 . 6 If. the project is commercial. or industrial give a complete description of activities and other pertinent information including but not limited to estimated employment per shift and any potential hazardous materials which may be used, etc. N/A 1 . 7 If the project is residential, indicate number, types and size of units and associated facilities. 240 Senior Citizen Rental Units 1 . 8 If the project is institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift and maximum occupancy. N/A 1 .9 Project land area (acres) �_ �g (;rnG� Number of parking spaces N/A 1. 10 Square feet of building area _,N�A Number of floors N/A 1. 11 Height of tallest structure involved in the project N/A 2 . 0 Environmental. Setting 2 . 1 Drains e _and Flood Control ;0 Please descr.ihe how on-site drainage will be accommodated. Not applicable at the General Plan level . 2 . 2. Land form o '0 Is the site presently graded? No b) Indicate the gross cubic yards of grading proposed tho acres of land to be graded _ N/A _ , the amount of earth to be transported on the site _NZA , and the amount of earth to be transported off the site _ N/A c) What will be the maximum height and grade of cut or fill after grading is completed? N/A 2 . 3 Soils a) Type of soils on the subject site? (Submit soils report if available) . Clay, find sand 2 . 4 Vegetation a) Attach a map indicating the location, type and size of trees located on the site. Indicate below the number, type and size of trees to be removed as a result of the project. N/A 2 . 5 Water Quality a) Does any portion of the project abut or encroach on beaches , estuaries , bays, tidelands , or inland water areas? No b) Describe how the project will effect any body of water. No impact 2. 6 Air Quality a) If the project is industrial, describe and list air pollution sources and quantity and types of pollutants emitted as a result of the project. 2 . 7 Noise N/A a) Dosc-ribe any adjacent off-site noise sources ( i .e . , air- p ort s , i ndust ry , freeways) . Lumber yard to the west. h) wh,if no> > .t, wi l 1 he produced by the project:' If available , plo.lse dive noise levels in decible measurement and typical time distribution when noise will be produced. A small amount of noise due to increase in traffic generation. • -3- c., How will noise produced by the project compare with, existing noise levels? Insignificant impact 2 . 8 'Traffic 1lpproximatOly . how much traffic will be generated by. the project: (check one) 0-50 vehicular trips per day 50 - 250 vehicular trips per day 250 - 500 vehicular- trips per day over 500 vehicular trips per day 792 trips per day 3. 0 Public Services and Facilities (3. 3 trips/du x 240 du' s) 3. 1 Water a) Will the project require installation or replacement of new water lines? N/A b) Please estimate the daily volume in gallons required to serve .the project. 67, 824 qallons per day plus irrigation for landscaping. (432 persons x . 157 gallons/person/day) . 3. 2 Sewer a) Will the .project require installation or replacement of new sewer lines? N/A b) Please indicate the approximate amount of sewage generated from the project. . 31, 200 gallons/day (130 gallons/day/du x 240 du) 3. 3 Solid Waste a) If the project is industrial , describe -the type and amount (pounds/day) of solid waste generated by the project. N/A 4.. 0 Social 4 . 1 Population Displacement a) dill any residential occupants be displaced by the project activities? rn.Q3Sih1V one ,property owner d h) Doscr. ibe briefly the type of buildings or improvements to he demolished by the project. possibly one single family house. Mitigation measure, ill be included at the project designTeyel. 5 . 0 Mitigating Measures . 5. 1 Are there measures included in the project which may conserve nonrenewable resources (e.g. electricity, gas, water) ? Please describe. (see above) 5 . 2 Are there measures included in the project which would protect or enhance flora and fauna? Please describe. (see above) 5 . 3 Are there measures proposed in the design of the project to reduce noise pollution? Please describe. (see above) 5. 4 Are there measures proposed in the design of the project (e. g. architectural treatment and landscaping) which have been coordinated with design of the existing community to minimize visual effect? Please describe . (see above) 5. 5 Are there measures proposed in the design of the project to reduce water pollution? Please describe. (see above) 5 . 6 Are there measures proposed which would reduce air pollution? List any Air Pollution Control District equipment required. (see above) 5 . 7 Are there measures or facilities designed into the project to facilitate resource recovery and/or energy conservation (e.g. solar heating, special insulation, etc. ) ? Please describe. (see above) 6 . 0 Alternatives 6 . 1 Are there alternatives to the project which may result in a lesser adverse environmental effect? Please explain all project -ilternatives on an attached sheet. t hert,hy certify that -the information herein is true and accurate to the hest of my knowledge . February 16 , 1983 Signa re Date Filed Carol Inge, Assistant Planner o APPENDIX B: Letters of Comment 5 _ :004HLI(i%I CAI it'=iii=1NIA � gas COMPANY ORANGE COUNTY DIVISION • P O BOX 3334, ANAHEIM, CALIF 92803 Feb . 22 , 1983 HUNTINGTON BEACH DEVELOPMENT SERVICES City of Huntington Beach FEB 2 4 1983 P.O. Box 190 Dept . of Development Services Huntington Beach , CA. 92648 P.O. Box 190 Attn: Bob Aldrich Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Subject: General Amendment No. 83-2 This letter is not to be interpreted as a contractual commitment to serve the proposed project, but only as an information service. Its intent is to notify you that the Southern California Gas Company has facilities in the area where the above-named project is proposed . Gas service to the project could be provided from an existing main as shown on the attached atlas sheet without any significant impact on the environment. The service would be in accordance with the Company ' s policies and extension rules on file with the California Public Utilities Commission at the time contractual arrangements are made . The availability of natural gas service, as set forth in this letter, is based upon present conditions of gas supply and regulatory policies . As a public utility, the Southern California Gas Company is under the jurisdiction of the federal regulatory agencies . Should these agencies take any action which affects gas supply or the condition under which service is available, gas service will be provided in accordance with revised conditons . . Residential (System Area Average) Yearly Single-Family 1095 Therms/year/dwelling unit Multi-Family 4 or less units 640 Therms/year/dwelling unit Multi-Family 5 or less units 580 Therms/year/dwelling unit These estimates are based on gas consumption in residential units served by Southern California Gas Company during 1975 and it should not be implied that any particular home, apartment or tract of homes will use these amounts of energy . This is particularly true due to the State 's new insulation requirements and consumers ' efforts toward energy conservation . ) 8 t vAw We have developed several programs which are available , upon request, to provide assistance in selectingsthe :most, effective applications of energy conservation techniques for a particular project. if you desire further information on any of our energy programs, please contact this office for assistance. Sincerely , D.M. Glover Technical Supervisor ES/pjg attachment Southern California Edison Company 7333 BOLSA AVENUE• WESTMINSTER. CALIFOFINIA 92683'9294 H. W. COMPTON February 23, 1983 MANAGER,HUNI INGTON BEACH HUNTINGTON BEACH DEVELOPMENT SERVICES City of Huntington Beach F E 8 Z 5 �983 P. 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Ca. 92648 P.O. Box 190 Attention: Bob Aldrich, Planning Aide Huntington Beach. CA 92648 SUBJECT: General Plan Amendment #83-2 Environmental Impact Report Gentlemen: This is to advise that the electric loads of the project are within parameters of projected load growth which Edison is planning to meet in this area. Unless the demand for electric generating capacity exceeds our estimates, and provided that there are no unexpected outages to major sources of electrical supply, we expect to meet our electri- cal requirements for the next several years. Our total system demand is expected to continue to increase annually; however, excluding any unforeseen problems, our plans for new generation resources indicates that our ability to serve all customer loads during peak demand periods will be adequate during the decade of the 8O1s. Current conservation efforts on the part of Edison's customers have resulted in energy savings. Optimization of conservation measures in this project will contribute to the overall energy savings goal. Very truly yours, HWC:imr T • • City of H.B. r.r r. N) TELEPHONE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICTS x). AREA CODE 714 10 OF ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA 962-2 62-2411 P. O. BOX 8127, FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIFORNIA 92706 f IIJNTINGTON BEACH 10844 ELLIS AVENUE (EUCLID OFF-RAMP, SAN DIEGO FREEWAY) DEVELOPMENT SERVICES F E B 2 5 1983 P.O. Box 190 February 24, 1983 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 City of Huntington Beach P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Attention: Bob Aldrich, Planning Aide ' Subject: General Plan Amendment No. 83-2 This is in response to your letter dated February 17, 1983 received in this office on February 22, 1983 which requests a review of General Plan Amendment No. 83-2 by February 25, 1983. While this project significantly increases the land use densities, the- Districts ' trunk sewer connection facilities and treatment plant works will be able to provide adequate service. The project will be directly served by the City of Huntington Beach sewer facilities. If you have any questions, or require further information, please contact the undersigned. homas M. Dawes Deputy Chief Engineer TMD:hc ORANGE COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT March 1, 1983 HUNTINGTON BEACH Mr. Bob Aldrich DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Planning Aide City of Huntington Beach ( 1rJ►? 2 1983 P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 P.O. Box 190 Dear Mr. Aldrich: Huntington Beach, CA 92648 SUBJECT: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NUMBER 83-2 We have reviewed this document and have the following comments regarding transit services in the project area: • OCTD currently operates the following routes in the project vicinity (map attached) : Route 29: Operates between Huntington Beach and Brea, predominantly on Beach Boulevard (Weekdays and Saturdays - 20 minute frequency, Sundays - 30 minute frequency). Route 74: Operates between Huntington Beach and Irvine, predom- inantly on Talbert Avenue (Weekdays - 25 minute frequency, Saturdays and Sundays - 30 minute frequency) . We do not expect any significant changes in the service levels to this area in the near future. • In order to maximize transit accessibility for senior residents in this proposed project area, the City should ensure that sidewalks and access- ways from the project are provided to both Beach Boulevard and Talbert Avenue. If you require any further information, please call me or Christine Huard- Spencer at 971-6419. Sincerely, �kh; Environmental Coordinator DH:CHSP Attachments 11222 ACACIA PARKWAY - P.O BOX 3005 • GARDEN GROVE, CALIFORNIA 92642 • PHONE (714) 971-6200 i J t CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNI ATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To James W . Palin From incent G . ' Moorhouse Director, Development Services Director, Community Services Subject General Plan Amendment 83-2 Date February 25 , 1983 In response to your memo of February 16 , 1983 , this depart- ment feels that General Plan Amendment 83-2 will not create any undue burden on this department in that Huntington Central Park is in the area as well as Terry Park immediately adjacent to this project . Terry Park is a neighborhood park and can certainly handle the needs of this project . VGM: cs FIUNTINGTON E3EACFl DEVELOPMENT StftCES F E B 2 8 1�83 P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beac1), CA 92G4r; i a t w t WNTINGTON BEACH �' © DEVELOPMENT SERVICE: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH sl INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION 1983 HUNTINCTON BIACH P.O. Box 190 To James W: Palin, Director From Frank Kej�pttngton Beach, CA 92E Development Services Fire Marshal Subject GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 83-2 Date February 28, 1983 In your memo dated February 17, 1983, you requested information in three areas. 1. The nature and magnitude of any problems associated with the Talbert-Beach redevelopment area. The planned residential development does not represent any particular or significant problems to the Fire Department. 2. Average response time to the area must be addressed under two conditions. Medical aid calls, frequent in residential areas, will be handled by our Gothard station. The response time from that station can be expected to be in the area of two (2) to three (3) minutes. Fire responses call for equipment from Gothard station as well as our Murdy fire station. Initial arrival will be two (2) to three (3) followed by support equipment in an additional one (1) minute. 3. Determining additional manpower requirements is very difficult. No single development, in itself, dictates the need for an increase in manpower. Since this project is in an already developed area the only impact that it will represent is' an increased work load on the fire services; no additional allocations are anticipated. If I can be of any further assistance, please advise. EK:ds • '� HUNTINGTON,BEACH CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH DEVELOPMENT SERVICr INTER-DEPARTMENT .COMMUNICATION 1583 P.O. Box 190 To JANES lV. PAM, Di rector From 1:ARLE, W. ROBITAftTV1l�Beach, CA 92( Development Services Chief of Police Subject GENERAL PLAN AME`NDMI.NT NO. 83-2. Date MARCH 7,. 1983 General Plan Amendment No. 83-2 will impact the Police Department in the - following manner: 1. The nature and magnitude .of any problems associated with the proposed land use: As with any high density residential development, problems are anti- cipated requiring police service. However, since the intended use is designed for senior citizens, past comparative data has shown any problems to be minimized. For this reason, no significant problems are expected from this proposed land use. 2. The average response time to the area: The most recent response time study was conducted in 1.981. Results showed response times for Priority 1 calls. averaged 4.46 minutes. Priorities 2 and 3 averaged 11.75 and 24.62 minutes, respectively. 3. Additional manpower or equipment needed to serve the project: . Based upon the national average of 2 officers per 1000 population, the necessary manpower requirements for this project would require an. additional 1.34 -police officers. Other than the usual departmental issue to .outfit an officer, equipment needs would be relatively insignif- icant. Any further questions concerning this study should be directed to Jim Moore, Crime .Analyst, Planning and Research Bureau at ext. 5943. EWR:se �� 14 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH From : Paul E. Cook ' To : James W. Palin ` Director Development Services Director Publ c Works Subject : GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NLHBER 83-2 Date : March 2, 1983 We have reviewed your memo dated February 16, 1983, and have the following comments with regards to Public Works facilities: Water At least 800' of 12" water main needs to be constructed in Talbert Avenue. The existing 8" main does not provide adequate fire/domestic flows for such a high density development. Also, the water system should be looped to the south, possibly to Taylor Avenue. Storm Drain Tract 8197, located south of the project site, drains to the north and the runoff must be conveyed through the project area. A drainage system is necessary and could consist of 1100' + of pipe. Also, the last phase of the Gothard/`ralbert ,storm drain should be installed along the SPRR. The existing conditions are presently causing serious flooding in the area and developing the project site will compound the flooding. Sewer When the sewer system was designed for the project area, the zoning was R-1. Therefore a more detailed analysis of the existing sewer system will have to be conducted in order to determine if the higher density will create a sewer overload condition. Flow monitor- ing of critical points in the existing sewer should also be conducted. Streets: - Public access to the project site should be provided and all interior streets in the individual housing projects shall be private. All streets shall be per Department of Public Works Standards. PEC:GAP:ik attachment HUNTINGTON BEACH DEVELOPMENT SERVICES cc: Les Evans Bob Aldrich, Planning Department 3 1983 Ralph Leyva Jack Miller Bill Patapoff P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 a ! CITV OF HUPATICIGT01M BEACH x�. HUNTINGTON BEAC! ill INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION DEVELOPMENT SERVI( HUNnMIMN IN V$I 7 1983 To Jim Palin From Paul Cook P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA 92 Subject General Plan Amendment 83-2 Date March 17 , 1983 4 'This is an update of the sewer and storm drain sections of our previous memo dated March 2 , 1983 concerning General Plan Amendment 83-2 . Sewer We have conducted a sewer study of the project site and have determined that the existing. sewer mains in Talbert Avenue and Beach Boulevard are adequately sized to accommodate the flows from the proposed development. Storm Drain After completing a hydrology study which includes the project area and surrounding tributary areas, we have determined that over 1400 'feet of storm. .,drain pipe is necessary to properly drain the area and convey the runoff- to the existing drainage facilities in Talbert Avenue at Kovacs Lane. PEC:WAP: lw cc: Les Evans Jack Miller Bill Patapoff Bob Aldrich, Planning