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L A E ' LSII OKE
DILEA,M EXTREME
REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: TOM WEINER,
ACTING DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DATE: NOVEMBER 17, 2009
SUBJECT: ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2008 -04; A
REQUEST TO REPEAL CHAPTER 19.08 AND ADD A NEW
CHAPTER 19.08 REGARDING WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING
APPLICANT: CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE: 130 SOUTH MAIN STREET, LAKE
ELSINORE, CA 92530
Purpose
The purpose of this report is to present information to the Planning Commission regarding
Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04, which would repeal the existing Chapter
19.08 and add a new Chapter 19.08 regarding water efficient landscaping. The City's
Proposed Ordinance would adopt the Local Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
(the "Local Model Ordinance ") prepared bythe Riverside County Water Task Force ( "Task
Force ") and endorsed by the Western Riverside Council of Governments ( "WRCOG ").
This Text Amendment change is necessary in order to comply with legislation that requires
all cities in California to adopt the State's Model Efficient Landscape Ordinance (the "State
Model Ordinance ") or an ordinance that is as effective in the conservation of water as the
State Model Ordinance. (California Government Code section 65596(c).)
Historical Background
In September 1990, California Governor Pete Wilson signed Assembly Bill 325 (AB 325)
directing the California Department of Water Resources ( "DWR ") to adopt a State Model
Ordinance by January 1, 1992. AB 325 further required that by January 1993 local
agencies adopt their own local water efficient landscape ordinance, adopt the State Model
Ordinance, or make a statement that due to water availability and other factors, an
ordinance was not necessary.
An advisory taskforce of interested stakeholders prepared a State Model Ordinance in
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response to AB 325. According to the State Model Ordinance, cities and counties were
required to enforce the ordinance as it applied to new and rehabilitated public and private
landscapes that required a permit and on developer installed residential landscapes. The
State Model Ordinance did not applyto landscapes under 2,500 square -feet, homeowner -
installed residential landscapes, cemeteries, registered historical sites and ecological
restoration, and mined reclamation areas without permanent irrigation systems. In 1992,
the City of Lake Elsinore adopted the State Model Ordinance which was codified into the
Municipal Code under Chapter 19.08.
In 2004, the State of California passed AB 2717. This bill required the California Urban
Water Conservation Council (CUWCC) to convene a stakeholder task force to evaluate
and recommend proposals by December 31, 2005, for improving the efficiency of water
use in new and existing urban irrigated landscapes in California. Based on this charge, the
appointed task force adopted a comprehensive set of 43 recommended changes to the
State Model Ordinance.
AB 1881
In 2006, the California Legislature passed AB 1881, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping
Act of 2006. AB 1881 incorporated many of the 43 recommendations made by the
CUWCC. DWR has updated the State Model Ordinance to reflect the revised provisions
recommended by CUWCC.
AB 1881 requires local agencies, no later than January 1, 2010, to adopt the revised
State Model Ordinance or an ordinance that is efficient as or more efficient than the State
Model Ordinance in terms of conservation of water. The City's failure to act will result in the
State Model Ordinance being automatically imposed.
AB 1881 also requires the Energy Commission, in consultation with the DWR, to adopt, by
regulation, performance standards and labeling requirements for landscape irrigation
equipment, including irrigation controllers, moisture sensors, emission devices, and valves
to reduce the wasteful, uneconomic, inefficient, or unnecessary consumption of energy or
water.
In an effort to assist the City of Lake Elsinore in satisfying its obligations under AB 1881,
the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) and Western Water District (WWD)
generously provided both monetary and professional resource support to staff for the
processing and adoption of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04 and a
subsequent creation of a City of Lake Elsinore Landscape Guidelines document. The City's
Landscape Guidelines will be created after the adoption of the proposed Text Amendment.
Public Outreach
On Thursday, September 18, 2008, the Planning Division forwarded a copy of the City's
Proposed Ordinance to all members of the development community on file with the
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Planning Division, involved outside agencies, and members of the public. Also, staff placed
a copy of the City's Proposed Ordinance on the City's home page so that members of the
public could download a copy for reference.
At a September 30, 2008 informational meeting, the Planning Division presented the City's
Proposed Ordinance and fielded questions from members of the development community,
members of the public, as well as outside governmental agencies. Questions ranged from:
the effective date of the City's Proposed Ordinance, proposed plant and tree palette,
applicability of the City's Proposed Ordinance to previously approved projects and specific
plans, and types of irrigation required. Staff provided answers and information to the
questions presented and the meeting was concluded.
Since the September 30, 2008 meeting, staff has not received any questions, comments,
or concerns regarding the City's Proposed Ordinance or anything that was discussed at the
informational meeting from members of the development community, members of the
public, or any outside government agencies.
After the September 30, 2008 meeting, staff was notified that DWR would be drafting an
"Updated Model Water Ordinance" which was more comprehensive than the original
ordinance. At this time, WRCOG notified staff that they were creating a' WaterTaskforce,"
who would be in charge of drafting a model ordinance that meets the restrictions and
requirements of DW R's revised ordinance. Therefore, staff postponed bringing forward the
Ordinance until WRCOG released its ordinance for local jurisdictions in western Riverside
County to adopt.
WRCOG'S MODEL ORDINANCE
Riverside County agencies expressed an interest in developing an ordinance in lieu of the
State's Model Ordinance to better serve the regional needs and circumstances of cities
within Western Riverside County. WRCOG asked the Riverside County Water Task Force
to prepare a draft model water efficient landscape ordinance for cities within Riverside
County. On June 26, 2009, the Water Task Force presented a draft Local Model
Ordinance to WRCOG for consideration. WRCOG reviewed and endorsed the proposed
Local Model Ordinance and encouraged cities within the WRCOG region to adopt this
Local Model Ordinance in satisfaction of AB 1881.
The primary benefit of adopting the Local Model Ordinance instead of the State Model
Ordinance is that the Local Model Ordinance was drafted to take into consideration the
unique needs of Western Riverside County. The Local Model Ordinance would allow for
uniform implementation of water efficient landscaping across Riverside County's many
jurisdictions. In addition, the Local Model Ordinance would achieve regional economies of
scale by minimizing /eliminating the need for cities and counties to have to allocate limited
staff resources for the purpose of creating individual ordinances. Furthermore, the Local
Model Ordinance eases the burdens and costs on new development by having a single set
of standards for the development community to comply with, rather than having a number
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of individual and disparate ordinances that essentially accomplish the same requirements
set forth by AB 1881.
According to a presentation made by the Task Force to WRCOG, the Local Model
Ordinance is just as effective in conserving water as the State Model Ordinance. The
Local Model Ordinance builds off of the 2006 Task Force ordinance which was designed to
promote water efficiency in landscaping in Riverside County. The Local Model Ordinance
eliminates duplicative tasks and promotes regional consistency. The Local Model
Ordinance regulates water use on future and existing landscapes. Overall, the Local
Model Ordinance ensures water supply. It should be known that the Local Model
Ordinance, although drafted for Western Riverside County's needs and circumstances,
meets all requirements for water efficiency requirements as outlined in AB 1881.
Discussion of the City's Proposed Ordinance
As indicated above, staff is requesting that the Planning Commission recommend to the
City Council repeal of Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Chapter 19.08 in its entirety.
Thereafter, staff is requesting that the Planning Commission recommend to the City
Council adoption of a new Chapter 19.08 which will, among other things:
• Establish provisions for water management practices and water waste prevention.
• Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining, and managing
water efficient landscapes without a decline.
• Implement the requirements to meet the State of California Water Efficiency in
Landscape Act 2006 and the California Code of Regulations Title 23, Division 2,
Chapter 2.7.
The City's Proposed Ordinance shall be applicable to all new construction landscapes
which are homeowner - provided and or homeowner -hired in single - family and multi - family
projects with a total project landscape area equal to or greater than 5,000 square feet that
require a building or landscape permit, plan checks or design review, and /or all other
landscape projects with a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square -feet and
subject to discretionary permits, plan checks, design reviews, and /or approvals.
Furthermore, to the extent that the City conditions a development project to require the
preparation of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions ( "CC &Rs "), those CC &Rs shall
incorporate a requirement of compliance with Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Chapter 19.08.
More specifically, if CC &Rs are required, a condition shall be incorporated into project
approval prohibiting the use of water- intensive landscaping and requiring the use of low
water use landscaping in connection with common area /open space landscaping.
Additionally, such a condition shall require the CC &Rs to incorporate provisions concerning
landscape irrigation system management and maintenance. The City's Proposed
Ordinance will not require any landscaping in common areas or open space that is
intended to remain natural.
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Chapter 19.08 will not to the following types of projects:
• Any project with a total landscaped area less than 2,500 square feet
• Registered local, state or federal historical sites
• Ecological restoration projects that do not require a permanent irrigation system and
have an establishment period of less than 3 years
• Mined -land reclamation projects that do not require a permanent irrigation system
• Botanical gardens and arboretums open to the public.
In order to assist in the implementation of Chapter 19.08, the "County of Riverside Guide to
California Friendly Landscaping" and applicable attachments (see Attachment 3) (the
"County Guide ") will be utilized by City staff. The County Guide will be used until the City
creates its own landscape design guidelines. The purpose of the County Guide is to
present practical standards for landscape and irrigation design for projects. Additionally,
the County Guide is designed to assist landscape architects, irrigation designers,
contractors, planners, and the public in the selection of plant materials and irrigation
methods. It should be noted that if the City's Proposed Ordinance is adopted, the Planning
Division will begin working on City landscape design guidelines which will be tailored solely
to the needs and requirements of the City of Lake Elsinore. Those guidelines will come
back to you for consideration at a later date.
As indicated above, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act of 2006 (AB 1881) requires
local agencies within California, no later than January 1, 2010, to adopt the updated State
Model Ordinance or an ordinance that is as efficient as or more efficient than the State
Model Ordinance in terms of conservation of water. According to the information provided
to the City by WRCOG and the Riverside County Water Task Force, the Local Model
Ordinance is as efficient in the conservation of water as the State's Model Ordinance.
Because the City's Proposed Ordinance adopts the Local Model Ordinance, it is also as
efficient in the conservation of water as the State's Model Ordinance.
Environmental Determination
CEQA
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study was
completed to analyze the potential environmental impacts of the City's Proposed
Ordinance. The Initial Study concluded that the City's Proposed Ordinance would have no
significant environmental impacts. A Negative Declaration has accordingly been prepared
and was initially released for review for public review for a period beginning August 6, 2008
and ending on August 25, 2008.
The City only received one (1) comment during the review period (see attachment 4). On
August 22, 2008 the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
provided a letter to the City that they had "no comments" concerning the project or the
circulated Negative Declaration.
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Furthermore, on September 3, 2008, staff received a "CEQA Filing Fee No Effect
Determination Form" from the California Department of Fish & Game (see attachment 6).
CDFG provides jurisdictions this form as an assessment of CEQA filing fees for projects
that have no potential effect on fish, wildlife, and habitat. Therefore, the City is not required
to pay CDFG CEQA filing fees for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04.
Given the amount of time that lapsed between when the Negative Declaration was
originally circulated and now, staff circulated the Negative Declaration fora second 20 -day
review and comment period. That period ran from October 13, 2009 through November 2,
2009. No changes were made to the Negative Declaration from what was originally
circulated. On October 27, 2009 the Riverside County Fire Department provided a letter
that indicated that they had "no comments" regarding the Negative Declaration for Zoning
Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04 (see attachment 5).
MSHCP
Amendments of land use and zoning ordinances are exempt from Multi- Species Habitat
Conservation Plan ( MSHCP) review.
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2009-_, Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of
Lake Elsinore, California, Recommending to the City Council of the City of Lake
Elsinore Approval of Negative Declaration No. 2008 -11.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2009 -_, Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of
Lake Elsinore, California, Recommending to the City Council of the City of Lake
Elsinore Approval of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04.
Prepared By: Justin Carlson—
Associate Plan er )
Approved By: Tom Weiner, l w
Acting Director of Community Development
Attachments:
1. Planning Commission Resolutions
2. "Draft" Ordinance
3. County of Riverside Guide to California Friendly Landscaping and Attachment
A (`The County of Riverside California Friendly Plant List').
4. Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Comment
Letter (dated August 26, 2008).
5. Riverside County Fire Department Comment Letter (dated October 27, 2009).
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6. California Department of Fish and Game "CEQA Filing Fee No Effect
Determination Form" (dated September 3, 2008).
7. Negative Declaration and Initial Study.
8. Notice of Intent to Adopt a Negative Declaration.
9. Draft Notice of Determination.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2009-
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF LAKE ELSINORE, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ADOPTION OF
NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2008 -11 FOR ZONING
ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2008-04
WHEREAS, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act requires that in 2009 DWR
update and circulate a revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance that
provides improved methodologies for reducing water use in landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act further requires that, on or
before January 1, 2010, local agencies adopt either: (1) the updated model water
efficient landscape ordinance prepared by the DWR or (2) a water efficient landscape
ordinance that is, based on evidence in the record, at least as effective in conserving
water as the updated model ordinance adopted by the DWR; and
WHEREAS, consistent with the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act, DWR has
prepared a revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance and has provided the
document to local agencies to consider for adoption; and
WHEREAS, the Western Riverside Council of Governments ('WRCOG ")
received from DWR the State's revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance;
and
WHEREAS, WRCOG commissioned the Riverside County Water Task Force
( "Task Force ") to prepare a local model water efficient landscape ordinance that is as
effective in the conservation of water as the State's model ordinance but which is
addresses the unique climatological, geographical, and other needs of Riverside
County; and
WHEREAS, the Task Force prepared and WRCOG endorsed a local model
water efficient landscape ordinance that is as effective in the conservation of water as
the State's model; and
WHEREAS, WRCOG has encouraged all cities within the WRCOG region to
adopt the local water efficient landscape ordinance in order to provide consistency and
economy of scale throughout Riverside County with regard to water conservation in
landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to repeal Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore
Municipal Code and to adopt in its place the local model ordinance prepared by the
Task Force and endorsed by WRCOG ( "the Proposed Amendment "), which is as
effective in conserving water as the updated model ordinance adopted by the DWR; and
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WHEREAS, the Proposed Amendment is subject to the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code, Sections 21000, et seq.:
"CEQA ") and the State Implementation Guidelines for CEQA (14 California Code of
Regulations sections 15000, et seq.: "CEQA Guidelines ") because the Proposed
Amendment involves an activity which may cause either a direct physical change in the
environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment,
and involves the issuance of a lease, permit license, certificate, or other entitlement for
use by one or more public agencies (Public Resources Code section 21065); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15063, the City conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the Proposed Amendment would have a significant effect on
the environment. Based upon the results of that Initial Study, there was no substantial
evidence that the Proposed Amendment or any of its aspects may cause a significant
effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of the Initial Study, and based upon the
standards set forth in CEQA Guidelines, Section 15070, it was determined appropriate
to prepare and circulate Negative Declaration No. 2008 -11; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15073, on August 4, 2008,
the City duly issued a notice of intent to adopt the Negative Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore at a regular
meeting held on July 21, 2009, made its report upon the desirability of the Proposed
Amendment and provided a recommendation to the City Council for adoption of
Negative Declaration 2008 -11; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore has the
responsibility for recommending to the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore adoption
of Negative Declarations; and
WHEREAS, on November 17, 2009, at a duly noticed public hearing, the
Planning Commission considered evidence presented by the Community Development
Department and other interested parties with respect to this item.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission has evaluated all comments, written and
oral, received from persons who have reviewed the Negative Declaration.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission has found that the Negative Declaration
for the Proposed Amendment is adequate and has been completed in compliance with
CEQA, the State CEQA Guidelines, and the City's procedures for implementation of
CEQA. The Planning Commission has reviewed and considered the information
contained in the Negative Declaration and finds that the Negative Declaration
represents the independent judgment of the City.
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SECTION 3. The Planning Commission further finds and determines that none
of the circumstances listed in CEQA Guidelines Section 15073.5 requiring recirculation
of the Negative Declaration are present and that it would be appropriate for the City
Council of the City of Lake Elsinore to adopt the Negative Declaration as proposed.
SECTION 4. The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council make
the following findings regarding the lack of potential environmental impacts of the
Proposed Amendment and the analysis and conclusions set forth in the Negative
Declaration:
1. Revisions in the Project plans or proposals made by or agreed to by the
applicant before a Negative Declaration and Initial Study are released for public review
would avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant
effects would occur.
Based upon the Initial Study conducted for the Proposed Amendment, there is no
substantial evidence suggesting that the Proposed Amendment may have a significant
effect on the environment.
2. There is no substantial evidence, in the light of the whole record before
the agency, that the Project as revised may have a significant effect on the
environment.
Pursuant to the evidence received, and in the light of the whole record presented,
the Proposed Amendment will not have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 5. This Resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its
passage and adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, on this 17th day of November 2009.
Jimmy Flores, Chairman
City of Lake Elsinore
ATTEST:
Tom Weiner
Acting Director of Community Development
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE SS
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
I, TOM WEINER, Acting Director of Community Development of the City of Lake
Elsinore, California, hereby certify that the Resolution No. 2009 - was passed at a
regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore held on the 17th day of
November by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Tom Weiner
Acting Director of Community Development
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RESOLUTION NO. 2009-
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE APPROVAL OF ZONING
ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2008 -04
WHEREAS, in 1990, Governor Pete Wilson signed into law Assembly Bill 325,
which required that the California Department of Water Resources ( "DWR ") adopt a
Model Local Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance by January 1, 1992; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 325 further required that local agencies adopt the
Model Local Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance or an equivalent ordinance by
January 1, 1993; and
WHEREAS, in 1992 the City of Lake Elsinore adopted the Model Water Efficient
Ordinance, which is codified in Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, from 1993 to present, the legislature has further developed laws
regarding water efficient landscaping and those laws are now codified in what is known
as the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act (Cal. Gov. Code section 65591 et seq.); and
WHEREAS, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act requires that in 2009 DWR
update and circulate a revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance that
provides improved methodologies for reducing water use in landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act further requires that, on or
before January 1, 2010, local agencies adopt either: (1) the updated model water
efficient landscape ordinance prepared by the DWR or (2) a water efficient landscape
ordinance that is, based on evidence in the record, at least as effective in conserving
water as the updated model ordinance adopted by the DWR; and
WHEREAS, consistent with the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act, DWR has
prepared a revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance and has provided the
document to local agencies to consider for adoption; and
WHEREAS, the Western Riverside Council of Governments ('WRCOG ")
received from DWR the State's revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance;
and
WHEREAS, WRCOG commissioned the Riverside County Water Task Force
( "Task Force ") to prepare a local model water efficient landscape ordinance that is as
effective in the conservation of water as the State's model ordinance but which is
addresses the unique climatological, geographical, and other needs of Riverside
County; and
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WHEREAS, the Task Force prepared and WRCOG endorsed a local model
water efficient landscape ordinance that is as effective in the conservation of water as
the State's model; and
WHEREAS, WRCOG has encouraged all cities within the WRCOG region to
adopt the local water efficient landscape ordinance in order to provide consistency and
economy of scale throughout Riverside County with regard to water conservation in
landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to repeal Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore
Municipal Code and to adopt in its place the local model ordinance prepared by the
Task Force and endorsed by WRCOG, which is as effective in conserving water as the
updated model ordinance adopted by the DWR; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations,
Section 15070, the City of Lake Elsinore prepared a Negative Declaration in connection
with Text Amendment No. 2008 -04; and
WHEREAS, Section 17.188.050 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code provides
that the Planning Commission render its recommendation on a Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendments, including the reasons for the recommendation, to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing, held on November 17, 2009, the
Planning Commission considered evidence presented by the Community Development
Department and other interested parties with respect to this item.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby incorporated into the body of this
Resolution as if fully set forth herein as findings.
SECTION 2. In accordance with Government Code Section 65855, the Planning
Commission sets forth the following findings for its recommendation that the City
Council approve Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04:
1. The Proposed Amendment will provide the City staff, the Development
Community, and members of the public with the necessary updated guidelines for water
efficient landscaping as required by the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act.
2. The Proposed Amendment is consistent with the current General Plan and
will assist in the provision of a well - balanced mix of land uses, including the
incorporation of water efficient landscaping throughout the City.
3. The Proposed Amendment does not create new districts. The Proposed
Amendment simply revised Chapter 19.08 of the LEMC with an updated water efficient
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landscaping ordinance. Text Amendment No. 2008 -04 is not proposing any new zoning
districts that would require General Plan /Zoning Code consistency findings.
SECTION 3. Based upon all of the evidence presented by WRCOG and the
Task Force, and the above findings, the Planning Commission hereby finds that the
proposed ordinance is as effective in conserving water in landscaping as is the State's
model ordinance.
SECTION 4. The Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City
Council of the City of Lake Elsinore repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety.
SECTION 5. The Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City
Council of the City of Lake Elsinore add Chapter 19.08 to the Lake Elsinore Municipal
Code as follows:
Chapter 19.08
Water Efficient Landscape Requirements
Sections:
19.08.010 Short Title.
19.08.020 Purpose and Intent.
19.08.030 Definitions.
19.08.040 Applicability.
19.08.050 Landscape Documentation Package Requirements.
19.08.060 Project Information.
19.08.070 Planting Plan Requirements.
19.08.080 Irrigation Design Plan Requirements.
19.08.090 Soil Management Plan Requirements.
19.08.100 Grading Design Plan Requirements.
19.08.110 Landscape Irrigation and Maintenance.
19.08.120 Review and Certification of Landscape Documentation Package.
19.08.130 Water Conservation Requirements.
19.08.140 Coordination with Water Purveyors.
19.08.010 Short Title.
This Ordinance shall be known as the "Landscape Water Use Efficiency
Ordinance ".
19.08.020 Purpose and Intent.
It is the intent of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore in adopting this
Ordinance to:
A. Establish provisions for water management practices and water waste
prevention;
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B. Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining, and
managing water efficient landscapes in new construction and rehabilitated projects;
C. To reduce the water demands from landscapes without a decline in
landscape quality or quantity;
D. To retain flexibility and encourage creativity through appropriate design;
E. To assure the attainment of water efficient landscape goals by requiring
that landscapes not exceed a maximum water demand of seventy percent (70 %) of its
reference evapotranspiration (ETo) or any lower percentage as may be required by
water purveyor policy or state legislation, whichever is stricter;
F. To eliminate water waste from overspray and /or runoff;
G. To achieve water conservation by raising the public awareness of the
need to conserve water through education and motivation to embrace an effective water
demand management program; and
H. To implement the requirements to meet the state of California Water
Efficiency in Landscaping Act and the California Code of Regulations Title 23, Division
2, Chapter 2.7.
19.08.030 Definitions.
The terms used in this Chapter 19.08 have the meaning set forth below:
"backfilling" means to refill an excavation, usually with excavated material.
"backflow prevention device" means a safety device used to prevent pollution
or contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the irrigation
system.
"check valve" or "anti -drain valve" means a valve located under a sprinkler
head or other location in the irrigation system to hold water in the system to prevent
drainage from the sprinkler heads when the system is off.
"established landscape" means the point at which plants in the landscape have
developed significant root growth into the site. Typically, most plants are established
after one or two years of growth.
"Estimated Annual Water Use" or "EAWU" means estimated total water use
per year as calculated by the formula contained in Section 19.08.070(L)(14).
"hydrozone" means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar
water needs. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non - irrigated.
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"Invasive species" are non - indigenous species (e.g., plants or animals) that
adversely affect the habitats they invade economically, environmentally, or ecologically.
Lists of invasive species are included within the Western Riverside County Multi -
Species Habitat Conservation Plan (incorporated by reference). In addition, for the
purposes of this ordinance, invasive species include other locally invasive species as
further defined by a City of Lake Elsinore.
"landscape architect" means a person who holds a license to practice
landscape architecture in the state of California (Gov. Code § 5615).
"landscaped area" or "LA" means all of the planting areas, turf areas, and
water features in a landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water
Allowance (MAWA) calculation. The landscape area does not include footprints of
buildings or structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, decks, patios, gravel or stone
walks, other pervious or impervious hardscapes, and other non - irrigated areas
designated for non - development (e.g., open spaces and existing native vegetation).
"local water purveyor" means any entity, including a public agency, city, county
or private water company that provides retail water service to customers in the City of
Lake Elsinore.
"low volume irrigation" means the application of irrigation water at low
pressure through a system of tubing or lateral lines and low- volume emitters such as
drip, drip lines, and bubblers. Low volume irrigation systems are specifically designed to
apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants.
"Maximum Applied Water Allowance" or "MAWA" means the upper limit of
annual applied water allowed for the established landscaped area.
"overhead sprinkler irrigation systems" means systems that deliver water
through the air (e.g., pop ups, impulse sprinklers, spray heads and rotors, etc.).
"reference evapotranspiration" or "ETo" means a standard measurement of
environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is given in inches
per day, month, or year. Reference to evapotranspiration is used as the basis for
determining the Maximum Applied Water Allowances so that regional differences in
climate can be accommodated. Reference evapotranspiration numbers shall be taken
from the most current EvapoTranspiration Zones Map prepared by the California
Department of Water Resources. For geographic areas not covered by the
EvapoTranspiration Zones Map, data from nearby areas shall be used.
"rehabilitated landscapes" means any re- landscaping project that requires a
permit, plan check, or design review to which this Chapter 19.08 applies.
"special landscape area" means an area of the landscape dedicated to edible
plants, areas irrigated with recycled water, and publicly accessible areas dedicated to
active play such as parks, sports fields, golf courses, where turf provides a playing field
or where turf is needed for high traffic activities.
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"temporarily irrigated" means irrigation for the purposes of establishing plants,
or irrigation which will not continue after plant establishment. Temporary irrigation is for
a period of six months or less.
"water intensive landscaping" means a landscape with a WUCOLS plant
factor of 0.7 or greater.
" WUCOLS" means the publication entitled "Water Use Classification of
Landscape Species" by the U.C. Cooperative Extension (1999 or most current version).
19.08.040 Applicability.
A. The water efficient landscape requirements contained in this Chapter
19.08 shall be applicable to all new construction landscapes which are homeowner -
provided and or homeowner -hired in single - family and multi - family projects with a total
project landscape area equal to or greater than 5,000 square feet requiring a building or
landscape permit, plan checks or design review and /or all other landscape projects with
a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet subject to discretionary
permits, plan checks, design reviews, and /or approvals.
B. In the event Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions are required by the
City of Lake Elsinore for any permit issued in accordance with the Lake Elsinore
Municipal Code, a condition shall be incorporated into any project approval prohibiting
the use of water- intensive landscaping and requiring the use of low water use
landscaping pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter 19.08 in connection with common
area /open space landscaping. Additionally, such a condition shall also require the
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions to incorporate provisions concerning landscape
irrigation system management and maintenance consistent with this Chapter 19.08.
This Chapter 19.08 shall not be construed as requiring landscaping of common areas or
open space that is intended to remain natural. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
shall not prohibit use of low -water use plants. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
shall not prohibit the replacement of turf with less water intensive plant species.
C. This Chapter 19.08 applies to existing properties with landscape areas
one acre or greater in size or properties served by a dedicated landscape irrigation
meter.
D. Recognizing the special landscape needs of cemeteries, new and
rehabilitated cemeteries shall be required to comply with Section 19.08.110 (A), (B), (C)
and Section 19.08.130. Existing cemeteries shall comply with Section 19.08.130.
E. The following are exempt from the provisions of this chapter:
Any project with a total landscaped area less than 2,500 square
feet;
2. Registered local, state or federal historical sites;
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3. Ecological restoration projects that do not require a permanent
irrigation system and have an establishment period of less than 3 years;
4. Mined -land reclamation projects that do not require a permanent
irrigation system; and
Botanical gardens and arboretums open to the public.
19.08.050 Landscape Documentation Package Requirements.
A. An applicant proposing any new or rehabilitated landscape for which this
Chapter 19.08 applies shall prepare and submit to the Community Developer Director or
his /her designee documentation including, but not limited to, the following:
Project Information conforming to Section 19.08.060;
2. Planting Plan conforming to Section 19.08.070;
3. Irrigation Design Plan conforming to Section 19.08.080;
4. Soil Management Plan conforming to Section 19.08.090; and
5. Grading Design Plan conforming to Section 19.08.100.
B. An applicant proposing any new landscape that is subject to this Chapter
19.08 and designated for recycled water use, is advised that recycled water irrigation
systems will entail additional coordination with the local water purveyor and applicable
City department's. All recycled water irrigation systems will be required to comply with
the standards of both the local water purveyor and the applicable City Departments'
standards, approvals, and implementation requirements. Therefore, applicants shall
consult with the appropriate water purveyor early in the development review process to
ensure that future recycled water facilities meet the projected demand and that
subsequent landscape plans comply with the applicable standards, approvals, and
implementation requirements of the local water purveyor and the City.
C. Water systems for common open space areas shall use non - potable water
if approved facilities are made available by the water purveyor. Provisions for a non -
potable water system shall be provided within the landscape plan. Water systems
designed to utilize non - potable water shall be designed to meet all applicable standards
of the California Regional Water Quality Control Board and the Riverside County Health
Department.
D. The Planting Plan, Irrigation Plan, and Soils Management Plan shall be
reviewed by an independent licensed landscape architect to ensure that all components
of the Plans adhere to the requirements of this Ordinance. The licensed landscape
architect shall sign the Plans verifying that the Plans comply with this Ordinance. Any
Plans submitted without the signature of a licensed landscape architect shall not be
accepted for review.
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19.08.060 Project Information.
A. The applicant shall complete and submit to the Community Development
Director or his /her designee, a project information sheet containing, at a minimum, the
following information:
The date that the project information sheet is submitted
The applicant's name and the applicant's contact information
The project owner and the project owner's contact information
4. The project address including parcel and lot numbers
5. Total landscape area (sq. ft.)
6. Project type (e.g., new, rehabilitated, public, private)
7. Water supply (e.g., potable, well, recycled). Use of recycled water
is encouraged.
8. Applicant signature and date with statement "I agree to comply with
the requirements of Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, as amended
from time to time, and to submit a complete Landscape Documentation Package."
19.08.070. Planting Plan Requirements.
A. The "Riverside County Guide to California Friendly Landscaping" ( "County
Landscape Guide ") is hereby incorporated by reference to assist with developing water
efficient landscapes. Planting Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the
County Landscape Guide or, upon adoption, the City Landscape Guide. Upon adoption
of the City of Lake Elsinore Guide to California Friendly Landscaping ( "City Landscape
Guide "), Planting Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the City
Landscape Guide.
B. Plant types shall be grouped together with regard to their water, soil, sun
and shade requirements and in relationship to the buildings. Plants with different water
needs shall be irrigated separately. Plants with the following classifications shall be
grouped accordingly: high and moderate, moderate and low, low and very low.
Deviation from these groupings shall not be permitted.
C. Trees for shade shall be provided for residential, commercial and
industrial buildings, parking lots and open space areas. These trees can be deciduous
or evergreen and are to be incorporated to provide natural cooling opportunities for the
purpose of energy and water conservation.
D. Plants shall be placed in a manner considerate of solar orientation to
maximize summer shade and winter solar gain.
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E. Plant selection for projects in fire -prone areas shall address fire safety and
prevention. A defensible space or zone around a building or structure is required per
Public Resources Code Section 4291(a) and (b). Fire -prone plant materials and highly
flammable mulches shall be avoided.
F. Invasive species of plants shall be avoided especially near parks, buffers,
greenbelts, water bodies, and open spaces because of their potential to cause harm in
to environmentally sensitive areas.
G. All exposed surfaces of non -turf areas within the developed landscape
area shall be mulched with a minimum three inch (Y) layer of material, except in areas
with groundcover planted from flats where mulch depth shall be one and one half inches
(1 ' /2').
H. Stabilizing mulching products shall be used on slopes.
I. Turf areas shall be used in response to functional needs and in
compliance with the water budget.
J. Decorative water features shall use re- circulating water systems.
K. Where available, recycled water shall be used as the source for irrigation
and decorative water features.
L. Planting Plans shall identify and site the following:
a. New and existing trees, shrubs, ground covers, and turf areas
within the proposed landscape area;
b. Planting legend indicating all plant species by botanical name and
common name, spacing, and quantities of each type of plant by container size;
C. Designation of hydrozones;
d. Area, in square feet, devoted to landscaping and a breakdown of
the total area by landscape hydrozones;
e. Property lines, streets, and street names;
f. Building locations, driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls, and other
hardscape features;
g. Appropriate scale and north arrow;
h. Any special landscape areas;
i. Type of mulch and application depth;
j. Type and surface area of any water features;
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k. Type and installation details of any applicable stormwater best
management practices;
I. Planting specifications and details, including the recommendations
from the soils analysis, if applicable.
M. Maximum Applied Water Allowance:
I. The following Water Budget Formula shall be used to
determine the Maximum Applied Water Allowance:
MAWA (in gallons) = (ETo) (0.62) [0.7 x LA +0.3 x SLA]
where
ETo is reference evapotranspiration
SLA is the amount of special landscape area in square feet
LA is total landscape area (including the SLA) in square feet
ii. For the purposes of determining the Maximum Applied
Water Allowance, average irrigation efficiency is assumed to be 0.71. Irrigation systems
shall be designed, maintained, and managed to meet or exceed an average irrigation
efficiency of 0.71.
n. Estimated Annual Water Use (EAWU):
i. EAWU for a given hydrozone is calculated as follows:
EAWU (in gallons) = (ETo)(0.62)(((PFxHA)RE) +SLA]
where
ETo is reference evapotranspiration
PF is Plant Factor
HA is hydrozone area in square feet
IE is irrigation efficiency (minimum 0.71)
SLA is the amount of special landscape area in square feet
ii. Landscaping plans shall provide EAWU (in the same units
as the MAWA) for each valve circuit in the irrigation hydrozone. The sum of all EAWU
calculations shall not exceed the MAWA for the project.
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iii. The plant factor used shall be from WUCOLS. The plant
factor for low water use plants range from 0 to 0.3, for moderate water use plants range
from 0.4 to 0.6, and for high water use plants range from 0.7 to 1.0.
iv. The plant factor calculation is based on the proportions of
the respective plant water uses and their plant factor, or the plant factor of the higher
water using plant is used.
V. The surface area of a water features shall be included in the
high water use hydrozone area of the water budget calculation and temporarily irrigated
areas in the low water use hydrozone.
M. Planting Plans and Irrigation Plans (defined in Section 19.08.080) shall be
drawn at the same size and scale.
N. The Planting Plan shall be prepared by a Landscape Architect licensed by
the State of California.
19.08.080 Irrigation Design Plan Requirements.
A. The Landscape Guide shall be used by the applicant to assist in
designing, constructing, and maintaining an efficient irrigation system. Irrigation Design
Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the County Landscape Guide or,
upon adoption, the City Landscape Guide. Upon adoption of the City Landscape Guide,
Irrigation Design Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the City
Landscape Guide.
B. Irrigation systems shall be designed, maintained, and managed to meet or
exceed an average irrigation efficiency of 0.71.
C. All irrigation systems shall be designed to prevent runoff, over - spray, tow-
head drainage and other similar conditions where water flows off -site on to adjacent
property, non - irrigated areas, walks, roadways, or structures. Irrigation systems shall be
designed, constructed, managed, and maintained to achieve as high an overall
efficiency as possible. The irrigation system shall be designed to ensure that the
dynamic pressure at each emission device is within the manufacturer's recommended
pressure range for optimal performance.
D. Landscaped areas shall be provided with a smart irrigation controller
which automatically adjusts the frequency and /or duration of irrigation events in
response to changing weather conditions unless the use of the property would
otherwise prohibit use of a timer. The planting areas shall be grouped in relation to
moisture control zones based on similarity of water requirements (e.g., turf separate
from shrub and groundcover, full sun exposure areas separate from shade areas, top of
slope separate from toe of slope). Additional water conservation technology may be
required, where necessary, at the discretion of the Director of Community Development
or his /her designee.
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E. Water systems for common open space areas shall use non - potable
water, if approved facilities are made available by the water purveyor. Provisions for the
conversion to a non - potable water system shall be provided within the Irrigation Plan.
Water systems designed to utilize non - potable water shall be designed to meet all
applicable standards of the California Regional Water Quality Control Board and the
Riverside County Health Department.
F. Separate valves shall be provided for separate water use planting areas,
so that plants with similar water needs are irrigated by the same irrigation valve. All
installations shall rely on highly efficient state of the art irrigation systems to eliminate
runoff and maximize irrigation efficiency as required by the County Landscaping Guide
or City Landscaping Guide, whichever is in effect at the time that the application is
deemed complete.
G. Static water pressure, dynamic or operating pressure and flow reading of
the water supply shall be measured. These pressure and flow measurements shall be
conducted at the design stage. If the measurements are not available at the design
stage, the measurements shall be conducted at the installation.
H. The capacity of the irrigation system shall not exceed:
a. the capacity required for peak water demand based on water
budget calculations;
b. meter capacity; or
C. backflow preventer type and device capacity.
I. Sprinkler heads and other emission devices shall have matched
precipitation rates, unless otherwise directed by the manufacturer.
J. In mulched planting areas, the use of low volume irrigation is required to
maximize water infiltration into the root zone.
K. Non -turf areas on slopes greater than 25% shall be irrigated with drip
irrigation or other low volume irrigation technology.
L. Long- narrow, or irregularly shaped area including turf less than eight (8)
feet in width in any direction shall be irrigated with subsurface irrigation or low- volume
irrigation technology.
M. Overhead irrigation shall not be permitted within 24 inches of any non -
permeable surface. There are no restrictions on the irrigation system type if the
landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no overspray and runoff occurs.
N. Overhead irrigation shall be limited to the hours of 8 p.m. to 9 a.m.
O. All irrigation systems shall be equipped with the following:
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1. A smart irrigation controller as defined in Section 19.08.080(D);
2. A rain sensing device to prevent irrigation during rainy weather;
3. Anti -drain check valves installed at strategic points to minimize or
prevent low -head drainage;
4. A manual shut -off valve as close as possible to the point of
connection of the water supply, to minimize water loss in case of an emergency or
routine repair;
5. A pressure regulator when the static water pressure is above or
below the recommended operating pressure of the irrigation system;
6. Backflow prevention devices; and
7. Riser protection components for all risers in high traffic areas.
P. Dedicated landscape meters shall be required for all projects greater than
2,500 sq. ft. except single - family residences.
Q. Irrigation Design Plans shall identify and site the following:
1. Hydrozones.
other designation.
hydrozone.
i. Each hydrozone shall be designated by number, letter or
ii. A Hydrozone Information Table shall be prepared for each
2. The areas irrigated by each valve;
3. Irrigation point of connection (POC) to the water system;
4. Static water pressure at POC;
5. Location and size of water meter(s), service laterals, and backflow
preventers;
6. Location, size, and type of all components of the irrigation system,
including automatic controllers, main and lateral lines, valves, sprinkler heads and
nozzles, pressure regulator, drip and low volume irrigation equipment;
7. Total flow rate (gallons per minute), and design operating pressure
(psi) for each overhead spray and bubbler circuit, and total flow rate (gallons per hour)
and design operating pressure (psi) for each drip and low volume irrigation circuit;
8. Precipitation rate (inches per hour) for each overhead spray circuit;
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9. Irrigation legend with the manufacturer name, model number, and
general description for all specified equipment, separate symbols all irrigation
equipment with different spray patterns, spray radius, and precipitation rate;
10. Irrigation system details for assembly and installation;
11. Recommended irrigation schedule for each month, including
number of irrigation days per week, number of start times (cycles) per day, minutes of
run time per cycle, and estimated amount of applied irrigation water, expressed in
gallons per month and gallons per year, for the established landscape; and
12. Irrigation Design Plans shall contain the following statement, "I
agree to comply with the criteria of Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code
and to apply them for the efficient use of water in the Irrigation Design Plan."
R. For each valve, two irrigation schedules shall be prepared, one for the
initial establishment period of six months and one for the established landscape, which
incorporate the specific water needs of the plants and turf throughout the calendar year.
S. Irrigation Plans and Planting Plans (as required by Section 19.08.070
above) shall be drawn at the same size and scale.
19.08.090 Soil Management Plan Requirements.
A. After mass grading, the project applicant or his /her designee shall:
a. perform a preliminary site inspection;
b. determine the appropriate level of soil sampling and sampling
method needed to obtain representative soil sample(s);
C. conduct a soil probe test to determine if the soil in the landscape
area has sufficient depth to support the intended plants; and
d. obtain appropriate soil samples(s).
B. The project applicant or his /her designee shall submit soil sample(s) to
laboratory for analysis and recommendation. The soil analysis shall include, to the
extent applicable:
1. soil texture;
2. infiltration rate determined by laboratory test or soil texture
infiltration rate tables;
3. pH;
4. total soluble salts;
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5. sodium; and
6. recommendations.
C. The project applicant or his /her designee shall prepare documentation
describing the following:
1. soil type;
2. identification of limiting soil characteristics;
3. identification of planned soil management actions to remediate
limiting soil characteristics; and
D. The project applicant or his /her designee shall submit the soil analysis
report and documentation verifying implementation of soil analysis report
recommendations to the Director of Community Development or his /her designee
pursuant to the requirement of Section 19.08.120(C).
19.08.100 Grading Design Plan Requirements.
If applicable, the Landscape Documentation Package shall include rough /precise
grade elevation prepared for the project by a licensed civil engineer.
19.08.110 Landscape Irrigation and Maintenance.
A. This section applies to all landscape projects subject to this Chapter
B. The County Landscape Guide shall be used by the applicant to assist in
implementing landscape maintenance to ensure water use efficiency. Landscape
maintenance shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the County Landscape
Guide or, upon adoption, the City Landscape Guide. Upon adoption of the City of Lake
Elsinore Guide to California Friendly Landscaping ( "City Landscape Guide "), landscape
maintenance shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the City Landscape Guide.
C. Two irrigation schedules shall be prepared, one for the initial
establishment period of six months and one for the established landscape, which
incorporates the specific water needs of the plants and turf throughout the calendar
year. The irrigation schedule shall take into account the particular characteristics of the
soil; shall be continuously available on site to those responsible for the landscape
maintenance; and shall contain specifics as to optimum run time and frequency of
watering, and irrigation hours per day. The schedule currently in effect shall be posted
at the controller.
D. A regular maintenance schedule and Certificate of Completion shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development or designee, property owner, and
water purveyor. A regular maintenance schedule shall include, but not be limited to,
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routine inspection, adjustments, and repair of the irrigation system and its components;
aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning, weeding in
all landscape areas and removing any obstruction to irrigation devices. Repair of all
irrigation equipment shall be done with the originally installed components or equivalent.
E. All model homes that are landscaped shall use signs and written
information to demonstrate the principles of water efficient landscapes described in this
Chapter 19.08.
F. Information shall be provided to owners of new, single - family residential
homes regarding the design, installation, management, and maintenance of water
efficient landscapes.
19.08.120 Review and Certification of Landscape Documentation Package.
A. The Director of Community Development or his /her designee shall have
the duty and authority to administer and enforce this Landscape Water Use Efficiency
Ordinance.
B. Upon submission by an applicant of a Landscape Documentation Package
pursuant to Section 19.08.040 above, the City shall:
1. Provide the project applicant with a copy of this Chapter 19.08 and
procedures for permits, plan checks, or design reviews.
2. Review the Landscape Documentation Package submitted by the
project applicant;
3. Approve or reject the Landscape Documentation Package; and
4. Issue a permit or approve the plan check or design review for the
project applicant.
C. Certificate of Completion. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy
or final inspection for a project subject to this ordinance, a regular maintenance
schedule and a Certificate of Completion shall be submitted to the Director of
Community Development or his /her designee certifying that the landscaping has been
completed in accordance with the approved Planting, Irrigation, Soil Management, and
Grading Design plans for the project. The Certificate of Completion shall be signed by a
licensed landscape architect and shall include:
1. The date of the inspection
2. The following project information:
a. Project name
b. Project applicant name, telephone, mailing address
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C. Project address and location
d. Property owner name and mailing address
3. A statement that prior to backfilling, evidence that the party
responsible for irrigation installation conducted a preliminary field inspection of the
irrigation system (evidence of field inspection shall be attached to the Certificate of
Completion).
4. A statement that the landscaping has been installed in
conformance with the approved Planting and Irrigation Plans.
5. An irrigation audit report performed by a certified irrigation auditor
after project installation (the audit report shall be attached to the Certificate of
Completion).
6. A statement that the smart irrigation controller has been set
according to the irrigation schedule.
7. A statement that the irrigation system has been adjusted to
maximize irrigation efficiency and eliminate overspray and runoff.
8. A statement confirming that a copy of the approved Landscape
Documentation Package, the irrigation schedule, and the maintenance schedule has
been given to the property owner and local water purveyor.
9. Verification that the maintenance schedule has been provided to
the Director of Community Development or designee.
D. At a minimum, all landscape irrigation audits shall comply with the
"Irrigation Association Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor Training Manual" (2004 or
most current) and shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor.
E. The Director of Community Developer or designee shall have the right to
enter upon the project site at any time before, during and after installation of the
landscaping, to conduct inspections for the purpose of enforcing this Ordinance.
19.08.130 Water Conservation Requirements.
The following water conservation requirements are intended to avoid water
waste, are effective at all times, and are permanent:
A. Limits on Watering Hours. Watering or irrigation of lawn, landscape or
other vegetated area with potable water is prohibited between the hours of 9:00 am and
5:00 pm on any day, except by use of a hand -held bucket or similar container, a hand-
held hose quipped with a positive self - closing water shut -off nozzle or device, or for very
short periods of time for the express purpose of adjusting or repairing an irrigation
system. Overhead irrigation shall be limited to the hours of 8:00 pm to 9:00 am.
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B. No Excessive Water Flow or Runoff. Watering or irrigating of any lawn,
landscape or other vegetated area in a manner that causes or allows excessive water
flow or runoff onto an adjoining sidewalk, driveway, street, alley, gutter or ditch is
prohibited.
C. No Washing Down Hard or Paved Surfaces. Washing down hard or
paved surfaces, including but not limited to sidewalks, walkways, driveways, parking
areas, tennis courts, patios or alleys, is prohibited except when necessary to alleviate
safety or sanitary hazards, and then only by use of a hand -held bucket or similar
container, a hand -held hose equipped with a positive self - closing water shut -off device,
a low- volume, high - pressure cleaning machine equipped to recycle any water used, or a
low- volume high pressure water broom.
D. Obligation to Fix Leaks, Breaks or Malfunctions. Excessive use, loss or
escape of water through breaks, leaks or other malfunctions in the water.
(i) 19.08.140 Coordination with Water Purveyors.
The City of Lake Elsinore will coordinate with local water purveyors to identify
programs that enhance and encourage landscape water use efficiency such as:
A. Tiered water rate structure
B. Allocation -based conservation water pricing structure
C. A rate structure at least as effective as the above options
D. Irrigation audits and /or irrigation surveys
E. Penalties for water waste.
SECTION 6. This Resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its
passage and adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of November 2009.
Jimmy Flores, Chairman
City of Lake Elsinore
ATTEST:
Tom Weiner
Acting Director of Community Development
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE SS
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
I, TOM WEINER, Acting Director of Community Development of the City of Lake
Elsinore, California, hereby certify that Resolution No. was adopted
by the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore at a regular meeting held on
the 17th day of November 2009, and that the same was adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tom Weiner
Acting Director of Community Development
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTER 19.08
AND ADDING CHAPTER 19.08 REGARDING WATER
EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE REQUIREMENTS
WHEREAS, in 1990, Governor Pete Wilson signed into law Assembly Bill 325,
which required that the California Department of Water Resources ( "DWR ") adopt a
Model Local Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance by January 1, 1992; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 325 further required that local agencies adopt the
Model Local Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance or an equivalent ordinance by
January 1, 1993; and
WHEREAS, in 1992 the City of Lake Elsinore adopted the Model Water Efficient
Ordinance, which is codified in Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, from 1993 to present, the legislature has further developed laws
regarding water efficient landscaping and those laws are now codified in what is known
as the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act (Cal. Gov. Code section 65591 et seq.); and
WHEREAS, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act requires that in 2009 DWR
update and circulate a revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance that
provides improved methodologies for reducing water use in landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act further requires that, on or
before January 1, 2010, local agencies adopt either: (1) the updated model water
efficient landscape ordinance prepared by the DWR or (2) a water efficient landscape
ordinance that is, based on evidence in the record, at least as effective in conserving
water as the updated model ordinance adopted by the DWR; and
WHEREAS, consistent with the Water Efficiency in Landscaping Act, DWR has
prepared a revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance and has provided the
document to local agencies to consider for adoption; and
WHEREAS, the Western Riverside Council of Governments ('WRCOG ")
received from DWR the State's revised model water efficient landscaping ordinance;
and
WHEREAS, WRCOG commissioned the Riverside County Water Task Force
( "Task Force ") to prepare a local model water efficient landscape ordinance that is as
effective in the conservation of water as the State's model ordinance but which is
addresses the unique climatological, geographical, and other needs of Riverside
County; and
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WHEREAS, the Task Force prepared and WRCOG endorsed a local model
water efficient landscape ordinance that is as effective in the conservation of water as
the State's model; and
WHEREAS, WRCOG has encouraged all cities within the WRCOG region to
adopt the local water efficient landscape ordinance in order to provide consistency and
economy of scale throughout Riverside County with regard to water conservation in
landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to repeal Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore
Municipal Code and to adopt in its place the local model ordinance prepared by the
Task Force and endorsed by WRCOG, which is as effective in conserving water as the
updated model ordinance adopted by the DWR; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations,
Section 15070, the City of Lake Elsinore prepared a Negative Declaration in connection
with Text Amendment No. 2008 -04; and
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing, held on , 2009, the City
Council considered the recommendation of the Planning Commission, evidence
presented by the Community Development Department, and comments and testimony
presented by other interested parties with respect to this item.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code is hereby
repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 2. That Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code shall be
added as follows:
Chapter 19.08
Water Efficient Landscape Requirements
Sections:
19.08.010
Short Title.
19.08.020
Purpose and Intent.
19.08.030
Definitions.
19.08.040
Applicability.
19.08.050
Landscape Documentation Package Requirements.
19.08.060
Project Information.
19.08.070
Planting Plan Requirements.
19.08.080
Irrigation Design Plan Requirements.
19.08.090
Soil Management Plan Requirements.
19.08.100
Grading Design Plan Requirements.
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19.08.110
Landscape Irrigation and Maintenance.
19.08.120
Review and Certification of Landscape Documentation Package.
19.08.130
Water Conservation Requirements.
19.08.140
Coordination with Water Purveyors.
19.08.010 Short Title.
This Ordinance shall be known as the "Landscape Water Use Efficiency
Ordinance ".
19.08.020 Purpose and Intent.
It is the intent of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore in adopting this
Ordinance to:
A. Establish provisions for water management practices and water waste
prevention;
B. Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining, and
managing water efficient landscapes in new construction and rehabilitated projects;
C. To reduce the water demands from landscapes without a decline in
landscape quality or quantity;
D. To retain flexibility and encourage creativity through appropriate design;
E. To assure the attainment of water efficient landscape goals by requiring
that landscapes not exceed a maximum water demand of seventy percent (70 %) of its
reference evapotranspiration (ETo) or any lower percentage as may be required by
water purveyor policy or state legislation, whichever is stricter;
F. To eliminate water waste from overspray and /or runoff;
G. To achieve water conservation by raising the public awareness of the
need to conserve water through education and motivation to embrace an effective water
demand management program; and
H. To implement the requirements to meet the state of California Water
Efficiency in Landscaping Act and the California Code of Regulations Title 23, Division
2, Chapter 2.7.
19.08.030 Definitions.
The terms used in this Chapter 19.08 have the meaning set forth below:
"backfilling" means to refill an excavation, usually with excavated material.
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"backflow prevention device" means a safety device used to prevent pollution
or contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the irrigation
system.
"check valve" or "anti -drain valve" means a valve located under a sprinkler
head or other location in the irrigation system to hold water in the system to prevent
drainage from the sprinkler heads when the system is off.
"established landscape" means the point at which plants in the landscape have
developed significant root growth into the site. Typically, most plants are established
after one or two years of growth.
"Estimated Annual Water Use" or "EAWU" means estimated total water use
per year as calculated by the formula contained in Section 19.08.070(L)(14).
"hydrozone" means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar
water needs. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non - irrigated.
"Invasive species" are non - indigenous species (e.g., plants or animals) that
adversely affect the habitats they invade economically, environmentally, or ecologically.
Lists of invasive species are included within the Western Riverside County Multi -
Species Habitat Conservation Plan (incorporated by reference). In addition, for the
purposes of this ordinance, invasive species include other locally invasive species as
further defined by a City of Lake Elsinore.
"landscape architect" means a person who holds a license to practice
landscape architecture in the state of California (Gov. Code § 5615).
"landscaped area" or "LA" means all of the planting areas, turf areas, and
water features in a landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water
Allowance (MAWA) calculation. The landscape area does not include footprints of
buildings or structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, decks, patios, gravel or stone
walks, other pervious or impervious hardscapes, and other non - irrigated areas
designated for non - development (e.g., open spaces and existing native vegetation).
"local water purveyor" means any entity, including a public agency, city, county
or private water company that provides retail water service to customers in the City of
Lake Elsinore.
"low volume irrigation" means the application of irrigation water at low
pressure through a system of tubing or lateral lines and low- volume emitters such as
drip, drip lines, and bubblers. Low volume irrigation systems are specifically designed to
apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants.
"Maximum Applied Water Allowance" or "MAWA" means the upper limit of
annual applied water allowed for the established landscaped area.
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"overhead sprinkler irrigation systems" means systems that deliver water
through the air (e.g., pop ups, impulse sprinklers, spray heads and rotors, etc.).
"reference evapotranspiration" or "ETo" means a standard measurement of
environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is given in inches
per day, month, or year. Reference to evapotranspiration is used as the basis for
determining the Maximum Applied Water Allowances so that regional differences in
climate can be accommodated. Reference evapotranspiration numbers shall be taken
from the most current EvapoTranspiration Zones Map prepared by the California
Department of Water Resources. For geographic areas not covered by the
EvapoTranspi ration Zones Map, data from nearby areas shall be used.
"rehabilitated landscapes" means any re- landscaping project that requires a
permit, plan check, or design review to which this Chapter 19.08 applies.
"special landscape area" means an area of the landscape dedicated to edible
plants, areas irrigated with recycled water, and publicly accessible areas dedicated to
active play such as parks, sports fields, golf courses, where turf provides a playing field
or where turf is needed for high traffic activities.
"temporarily irrigated" means irrigation for the purposes of establishing plants,
or irrigation which will not continue after plant establishment. Temporary irrigation is for
a period of six months or less.
"water intensive landscaping" means a landscape with a WUCOLS plant
factor of 0.7 or greater.
" WUCOLS" means the publication entitled 'Water Use Classification of
Landscape Species" by the U.C. Cooperative Extension (1999 or most current version).
19.08.040 Applicability.
A. The water efficient landscape requirements contained in this Chapter
19.08 shall be applicable to all new construction landscapes which are homeowner -
provided and or homeowner -hired in single - family and multi - family projects with a total
project landscape area equal to or greater than 5,000 square feet requiring a building or
landscape permit, plan checks or design review and /or all other landscape projects with
a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet subject to discretionary
permits, plan checks, design reviews, and /or approvals.
B. In the event Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions are required by the
City of Lake Elsinore for any permit issued in accordance with the Lake Elsinore
Municipal Code, a condition shall be incorporated into any project approval prohibiting
the use of water - intensive landscaping and requiring the use of low water use
landscaping pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter 19.08 in connection with common
area /open space landscaping. Additionally, such a condition shall also require the
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions to incorporate provisions concerning landscape
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irrigation system management and maintenance consistent with this Chapter 19.08.
This Chapter 19.08 shall not be construed as requiring landscaping of common areas or
open space that is intended to remain natural. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
shall not prohibit use of low -water use plants. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
shall not prohibit the replacement of turf with less water intensive plant species.
C. This Chapter 19.08 applies to existing properties with landscape areas
one acre or greater in size or properties served by a dedicated landscape irrigation
meter.
D. Recognizing the special landscape needs of cemeteries, new and
rehabilitated cemeteries shall be required to comply with Section 19.08.110 (A), (B), (C)
and Section 19.08.130. Existing cemeteries shall comply with Section 19.08.130.
E. The following are exempt from the provisions of this chapter:
1. Any project with a total landscaped area less than 2,500 square
feet;
2. Registered local, state or federal historical sites;
3. Ecological restoration projects that do not require a permanent
irrigation system and have an establishment period of less than 3 years;
4. Mined -land reclamation projects that do not require a permanent
irrigation system; and
5. Botanical gardens and arboretums open to the public.
19.08.050 Landscape Documentation Package Requirements.
A. An applicant proposing any new or rehabilitated landscape for which this
Chapter 19.08 applies shall prepare and submit to the Community Developer Director or
his /her designee documentation including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Project Information conforming to Section 19.08.060;
2. Planting Plan conforming to Section 19.08.070;
3. Irrigation Design Plan conforming to Section 19.08.080;
4. Soil Management Plan conforming to Section 19.08.090; and
5. Grading Design Plan conforming to Section 19.08.100.
B. An applicant proposing any new landscape that is subject to this Chapter
19.08 and designated for recycled water use, is advised that recycled water irrigation
systems will entail additional coordination with the local water purveyor and applicable
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City department's. All recycled water irrigation systems will be required to comply with
the standards of both the local water purveyor and the applicable City Departments'
standards, approvals, and implementation requirements. Therefore, applicants shall
consult with the appropriate water purveyor early in the development review process to
ensure that future recycled water facilities meet the projected demand and that
subsequent landscape plans comply with the applicable standards, approvals, and
implementation requirements of the local water purveyor and the City.
C. Water systems for common open space areas shall use non - potable water
if approved facilities are made available by the water purveyor. Provisions for a non -
potable water system shall be provided within the landscape plan. Water systems
designed to utilize non - potable water shall be designed to meet all applicable standards
of the California Regional Water Quality Control Board and the Riverside County Health
Department.
D. The Planting Plan, Irrigation Plan, and Soils Management Plan shall be
reviewed by an independent licensed landscape architect to ensure that all components
of the Plans adhere to the requirements of this Ordinance. The licensed landscape
architect shall sign the Plans verifying that the Plans comply with this Ordinance. Any
Plans submitted without the signature of a licensed landscape architect shall not be
accepted for review.
19.08.060 Project Information.
A. The applicant shall complete and submit to the Community Development
Director or his /her designee, a project information sheet containing, at a minimum, the
following information:
The date that the project information sheet is submitted
2. The applicant's name and the applicant's contact information
3. The project owner and the project owner's contact information
4. The project address including parcel and lot numbers
Total landscape area (sq. ft.)
Project type (e.g., new, rehabilitated, public, private)
Water supply (e.g., potable, well, recycled). Use of recycled water
is encouraged.
8. Applicant signature and date with statement "I agree to comply with
the requirements of Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, as amended
from time to time, and to submit a complete Landscape Documentation Package."
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19.08.070. Planting Plan Requirements.
A. The 'Riverside County Guide to California Friendly Landscaping" ( "County
Landscape Guide ") is hereby incorporated by reference to assist with developing water
efficient landscapes. Planting Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the
County Landscape Guide or, upon adoption, the City Landscape Guide. Upon adoption
of the City of Lake Elsinore Guide to California Friendly Landscaping ( "City Landscape
Guide "), Planting Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the City
Landscape Guide.
B. Plant types shall be grouped together with regard to their water, soil, sun
and shade requirements and in relationship to the buildings. Plants with different water
needs shall be irrigated separately. Plants with the following classifications shall be
grouped accordingly: high and moderate, moderate and low, low and very low.
Deviation from these groupings shall not be permitted.
C. Trees for shade shall be provided for residential, commercial and
industrial buildings, parking lots and open space areas. These trees can be deciduous
or evergreen and are to be incorporated to provide natural cooling opportunities for the
purpose of energy and water conservation.
D. Plants shall be placed in a manner considerate of solar orientation to
maximize summer shade and winter solar gain.
E. Plant selection for projects in fire -prone areas shall address fire safety and
prevention. A defensible space or zone around a building or structure is required per
Public Resources Code Section 4291(a) and (b). Fire -prone plant materials and highly
flammable mulches shall be avoided.
F. Invasive species of plants shall be avoided especially near parks, buffers,
greenbelts, water bodies, and open spaces because of their potential to cause harm in
to environmentally sensitive areas.
G. All exposed surfaces of non -turf areas within the developed landscape
area shall be mulched with a minimum three inch (Y) layer of material, except in areas
with groundcover planted from flats where mulch depth shall be one and one half inches
(1 ' / z').
H. Stabilizing mulching products shall be used on slopes.
I. Turf areas shall be used in response to functional needs and in
compliance with the water budget.
J. Decorative water features shall use re- circulating water systems.
K. Where available, recycled water shall be used as the source for irrigation
and decorative water features.
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L. Planting Plans shall identify and site the following:
1. New and existing trees, shrubs, ground covers, and turf areas
within the proposed landscape area;
2. Planting legend indicating all plant species by botanical name and
common name, spacing, and quantities of each type of plant by container size;
3. Designation of hydrozones;
4. Area, in square feet, devoted to landscaping and a breakdown of
the total area by landscape hydrozones;
5. Property lines, streets, and street names;
6. Building locations, driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls, and other
hardscape features;
7. Appropriate scale and north arrow;
8. Any special landscape areas;
9. Type of mulch and application depth;
10. Type and surface area of any water features;
11. Type and installation details of any applicable stormwater best
management practices;
12. Planting specifications and details, including the recommendations
from the soils analysis, if applicable.
13. Maximum Applied Water Allowance:
a. The following Water Budget Formula shall be used to
determine the Maximum Applied Water Allowance:
MAWA (in gallons) _ (ETo) (0.62) [0.7 x LA +0.3 x SLA]
where
ETo is reference evapotranspiration
SLA is the amount of special landscape area in square feet
LA is total landscape area (including the SLA) in square feet
b. For the purposes of determining the Maximum Applied
Water Allowance, average irrigation efficiency is assumed to be 0.71. Irrigation systems
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shall be designed, maintained, and managed to meet or exceed an average irrigation
efficiency of 0.71.
14. Estimated Annual Water Use (EAWU):
a. EAWU for a given hydrozone is calculated as follows:
EAWU (in gallons) = (ETo)(0.62)f((PFxHA)11E) +SLA]
where
ETo is reference evapotranspiration
PF is Plant Factor
HA is hydrozone area in square feet
IE is irrigation efficiency (minimum 0.71)
SLA is the amount of special landscape area in square feet
b. Landscaping plans shall provide EAWU (in the same units
as the MAWA) for each valve circuit in the irrigation hydrozone. The sum of all EAWU
calculations shall not exceed the MAWA for the project.
C. The plant factor used shall be from WUCOLS. The plant
factor for low water use plants range from 0 to 0.3, for moderate water use plants range
from 0.4 to 0.6, and for high water use plants range from 0.7 to 1.0.
d. The plant factor calculation is based on the proportions of
the respective plant water uses and their plant factor, or the plant factor of the higher
water using plant is used.
e. The surface area of a water features shall be included in the
high water use hydrozone area of the water budget calculation and temporarily irrigated
areas in the low water use hydrozone.
M. Planting Plans and Irrigation Plans (defined in Section 19.08.080) shall be
drawn at the same size and scale.
N. The Planting Plan shall be prepared by a Landscape Architect licensed by
the State of California.
19.08.080 Irrigation Design Plan Requirements.
A. The Landscape Guide shall be used by the applicant to assist in
designing, constructing, and maintaining an efficient irrigation system. Irrigation Design
Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the County Landscape Guide or,
upon adoption, the City Landscape Guide. Upon adoption of the City Landscape Guide,
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Irrigation Design Plans shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the City
Landscape Guide.
B. Irrigation systems shall be designed, maintained, and managed to meet or
exceed an average irrigation efficiency of 0.71.
C. All irrigation systems shall be designed to prevent runoff, over - spray, tow-
head drainage and other similar conditions where water flows off -site on to adjacent
property, non - irrigated areas, walks, roadways, or structures. Irrigation systems shall be
designed, constructed, managed, and maintained to achieve as high an overall
efficiency as possible. The irrigation system shall be designed to ensure that the
dynamic pressure at each emission device is within the manufacturer's recommended
pressure range for optimal performance.
D. Landscaped areas shall be provided with a smart irrigation controller
which automatically adjusts the frequency and /or duration of irrigation events in
response to changing weather conditions unless the use of the property would
otherwise prohibit use of a timer. The planting areas shall be grouped in relation to
moisture control zones based on similarity of water requirements (e.g., turf separate
from shrub and groundcover, full sun exposure areas separate from shade areas, top of
slope separate from toe of slope). Additional water conservation technology may be
required, where necessary, at the discretion of the Director of Community Development
or his /her designee.
E. Water systems for common open space areas shall use non - potable
water, if approved facilities are made available by the water purveyor. Provisions for the
conversion to a non - potable water system shall be provided within the Irrigation Plan.
Water systems designed to utilize non - potable water shall be designed to meet all
applicable standards of the California Regional Water Quality Control Board and the
Riverside County Health Department.
F. Separate valves shall be provided for separate water use planting areas,
so that plants with similar water needs are irrigated by the same irrigation valve. All
installations shall rely on highly efficient state of the art irrigation systems to eliminate
runoff and maximize irrigation efficiency as required by the County Landscaping Guide
or City Landscaping Guide, whichever is in effect at the time that the application is
deemed complete.
G. Static water pressure, dynamic or operating pressure and flow reading of
the water supply shall be measured. These pressure and flow measurements shall be
conducted at the design stage. If the measurements are not available at the design
stage, the measurements shall be conducted at the installation.
H. The capacity of the irrigation system shall not exceed:
1. the capacity required for peak water demand based on water
budget calculations;
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2. meter capacity; or
3. backflow preventer type and device capacity.
I. Sprinkler heads and other emission devices shall have matched
precipitation rates, unless otherwise directed by the manufacturer.
J. In mulched planting areas, the use of low volume irrigation is required to
maximize water infiltration into the root zone.
K. Non -turf areas on slopes greater than 25% shall be irrigated with drip
irrigation or other low volume irrigation technology.
L. Long- narrow, or irregularly shaped area including turf less than eight (8)
feet in width in any direction shall be irrigated with subsurface irrigation or low- volume
irrigation technology.
M. Overhead irrigation shall not be permitted within 24 inches of any non -
permeable surface. There are no restrictions on the irrigation system type if the
landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no overspray and runoff occurs.
N. Overhead irrigation shall be limited to the hours of 8 p.m. to 9 a.m.
O. All irrigation systems shall be equipped with the following:
1. A smart irrigation controller as defined in Section 19.08.080(D);
2. A rain sensing device to prevent irrigation during rainy weather;
3. Anti -drain check valves installed at strategic points to minimize or
prevent low -head drainage;
4. A manual shut -off valve as close as possible to the point of
connection of the water supply, to minimize water loss in case of an emergency or
routine repair;
5. A pressure regulator when the static water pressure is above or
below the recommended operating pressure of the irrigation system;
6. Backflow prevention devices; and
7. Riser protection components for all risers in high traffic areas.
P. Dedicated landscape meters shall be required for all projects greater than
2,500 sq. ft. except single - family residences.
Q. Irrigation Design Plans shall identify and site the following:
1. Hydrozones.
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other designation.
hydrozone.
preventers;
a. Each hydrozone shall be designated by number, letter or
b. A Hydrozone Information Table shall be prepared for each
2. The areas irrigated by each valve;
3. Irrigation point of connection (POC) to the water system;
4. Static water pressure at POC;
5. Location and size of water meter(s), service laterals, and backflow
6. Location, size, and type of all components of the irrigation system,
including automatic controllers, main and lateral lines, valves, sprinkler heads and
nozzles, pressure regulator, drip and low volume irrigation equipment;
7. Total flow rate (gallons per minute), and design operating pressure
(psi) for each overhead spray and bubbler circuit, and total flow rate (gallons per hour)
and design operating pressure (psi) for each drip and low volume irrigation circuit;
8. Precipitation rate (inches per hour) for each overhead spray circuit;
9. Irrigation legend with the manufacturer name, model number, and
general description for all specified equipment, separate symbols all irrigation
equipment with different spray patterns, spray radius, and precipitation rate;
10. Irrigation system details for assembly and installation;
11. Recommended irrigation schedule for each month, including
number of irrigation days per week, number of start times (cycles) per day, minutes of
run time per cycle, and estimated amount of applied irrigation water, expressed in
gallons per month and gallons per year, for the established landscape; and
12. Irrigation Design Plans shall contain the following statement, "I
agree to comply with the criteria of Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code
and to apply them for the efficient use of water in the Irrigation Design Plan."
R. For each valve, two irrigation schedules shall be prepared, one for the
initial establishment period of six months and one for the established landscape, which
incorporate the specific water needs of the plants and turf throughout the calendar year.
S. Irrigation Plans and Planting Plans (as required by Section 19.08.070
above) shall be drawn at the same size and scale.
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A. After mass grading, the project applicant or his /her designee shall:
1. perform a preliminary site inspection;
2. determine the appropriate level of soil sampling and sampling
method needed to obtain representative soil sample(s);
3. conduct a soil probe test to determine if the soil in the landscape
area has sufficient depth to support the intended plants; and
4. obtain appropriate soil samples(s).
B. The project applicant or his /her designee shall submit soil sample(s) to
laboratory for analysis and recommendation. The soil analysis shall include, to the
extent applicable:
1. soil texture;
2. infiltration rate determined by laboratory test or soil texture
infiltration rate tables;
3. pH;
4. total soluble salts;
5. sodium: and
6. recommendations.
C. The project applicant or his /her designee shall prepare documentation
describing the following:
1. soil type;
2. identification of limiting soil characteristics;
3. identification of planned soil management actions to remediate
limiting soil characteristics; and
D. The project applicant or his /her designee shall submit the soil analysis
report and documentation verifying implementation of soil analysis report
recommendations to the Director of Community Development or his /her designee
pursuant to the requirement of Section 19.08.120(C).
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19.08.100 Grading Design Plan Requirements.
If applicable, the Landscape Documentation Package shall include rough /precise
grade elevation prepared for the project by a licensed civil engineer.
19.08.110 Landscape Irrigation and Maintenance.
A. This section applies to all landscape projects subject to this Chapter
B. The County Landscape Guide shall be used by the applicant to assist in
implementing landscape maintenance to ensure water use efficiency. Landscape
maintenance shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the County Landscape
Guide or, upon adoption, the City Landscape Guide. Upon adoption of the City of Lake
Elsinore Guide to California Friendly Landscaping ( "City Landscape Guide "), landscape
maintenance shall be, to the extent feasible, consistent with the City Landscape Guide.
C. Two irrigation schedules shall be prepared, one for the initial
establishment period of six months and one for the established landscape, which
incorporates the specific water needs of the plants and turf throughout the calendar
year. The irrigation schedule shall take into account the particular characteristics of the
soil; shall be continuously available on site to those responsible for the landscape
maintenance; and shall contain specifics as to optimum run time and frequency of
watering, and irrigation hours per day. The schedule currently in effect shall be posted
at the controller.
D. A regular maintenance schedule and Certificate of Completion shall be
submitted to the Director of Community Development or designee, property owner, and
water purveyor. A regular maintenance schedule shall include, but not be limited to,
routine inspection, adjustments, and repair of the irrigation system and its components;
aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning, weeding in
all landscape areas and removing any obstruction to irrigation devices. Repair of all
irrigation equipment shall be done with the originally installed components or equivalent.
E. All model homes that are landscaped shall use signs and written
information to demonstrate the principles of water efficient landscapes described in this
Chapter 19.08.
F. Information shall be provided to owners of new, single - family residential
homes regarding the design, installation, management, and maintenance of water
efficient landscapes.
19.08.120 Review and Certification of Landscape Documentation Package.
A. The Director of Community Development or his /her designee shall have
the duty and authority to administer and enforce this Landscape Water Use Efficiency
Ordinance.
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B. Upon submission by an applicant of a Landscape Documentation Package
pursuant to Section 19.08.040 above, the City shall:
1. Provide the project applicant with a copy of this Chapter 19.08 and
procedures for permits, plan checks, or design reviews.
2. Review the Landscape Documentation Package submitted by the
project applicant;
3. Approve or reject the Landscape Documentation Package; and
4. Issue a permit or approve the plan check or design review for the
project applicant.
C. Certificate of Completion. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy
or final inspection for a project subject to this ordinance, a regular maintenance
schedule and a Certificate of Completion shall be submitted to the Director of
Community Development or his /her designee certifying that the landscaping has been
completed in accordance with the approved Planting, Irrigation, Soil Management, and
Grading Design plans for the project. The Certificate of Completion shall be signed by a
licensed landscape architect and shall include:
1. The date of the inspection
2. The following project information:
a. Project name
b. Project applicant name, telephone, mailing address
C. Project address and location
d. Property owner name and mailing address
3. A statement that prior to backfilling, evidence that the party
responsible for irrigation installation conducted a preliminary field inspection of the
irrigation system (evidence of field inspection shall be attached to the Certificate of
Completion).
4. A statement that the landscaping has been installed in
conformance with the approved Planting and Irrigation Plans.
5. An irrigation audit report performed by a certified irrigation auditor
after project installation (the audit report shall be attached to the Certificate of
Completion).
6. A statement that the smart irrigation controller has been set
according to the irrigation schedule.
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7. A statement that the irrigation system has been adjusted to
maximize irrigation efficiency and eliminate overspray and runoff.
8. A statement confirming that a copy of the approved Landscape
Documentation Package, the irrigation schedule, and the maintenance schedule has
been given to the property owner and local water purveyor.
9. Verification that the maintenance schedule has been provided to
the Director of Community Development or designee.
D. At a minimum, all landscape irrigation audits shall comply with the
"Irrigation Association Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor Training Manual" (2004 or
most current) and shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor.
E. The Director of Community Developer or designee shall have the right to
enter upon the project site at any time before, during and after installation of the
landscaping, to conduct inspections for the purpose of enforcing this Ordinance.
19.08.130 Water Conservation Requirements.
The following water conservation requirements are intended to avoid water
waste, are effective at all times, and are permanent:
A. Limits on Watering Hours. Watering or irrigation of lawn, landscape or
other vegetated area with potable water is prohibited between the hours of 9:00 am and
5:00 pm on any day, except by use of a hand -held bucket or similar container, a hand-
held hose quipped with a positive self - closing water shut -off nozzle or device, or for very
short periods of time for the express purpose of adjusting or repairing an irrigation
system. Overhead irrigation shall be limited to the hours of 8:00 pm to 9:00 am.
B. No Excessive Water Flow or Runoff. Watering or irrigating of any lawn,
landscape or other vegetated area in a manner that causes or allows excessive water
flow or runoff onto an adjoining sidewalk, driveway, street, alley, gutter or ditch is
prohibited.
C. No Washing Down Hard or Paved Surfaces. Washing down hard or
paved surfaces, including but not limited to sidewalks, walkways, driveways, parking
areas, tennis courts, patios or alleys, is prohibited except when necessary to alleviate
safety or sanitary hazards, and then only by use of a hand -held bucket or similar
container, a hand -held hose equipped with a positive self - closing water shut -off device,
a low- volume, high - pressure cleaning machine equipped to recycle any water used, or a
low- volume high pressure water broom.
D. Obligation to Fix Leaks, Breaks or Malfunctions. Excessive use, loss or
escape of water through breaks, leaks or other malfunctions in the water.
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19.08.140 Coordination with Water Purveyors.
The City of Lake Elsinore will coordinate with local water purveyors to identify
programs that enhance and encourage landscape water use efficiency such as:
A. Tiered water rate structure
B. Allocation -based conservation water pricing structure
C. A rate structure at least as effective as the above options
D. Irrigation audits and /or irrigation surveys
E. Penalties for water waste.
SECTION 3. If any provision, clause, sentence or paragraph of this Ordinance or
the application thereof to any person or circumstance shall be held invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Ordinance and are hereby declared
to be severable.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after the date of its
final passage or such later date as may be designated by the City Council. The City
Clerk shall certify as to adoption of this Ordinance and cause this Ordinance to be
published and posted in the manner required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council
of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, on this _ day of 2009.
ROBERT MAGEE, MAYOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
ATTEST:
DEBORA THOMSEN
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
BARBARA LEIBOLD
CITY ATTORNEY
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE SS
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
I, Debora Thomsen, City Clerk of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, hereby
certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. was introduced at a regular meeting
of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore on the _day of 2009, and was
finally passed at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore held
on the _ day of 2009 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
DEBORA THOMSEN
CITY CLERK
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1. Why Do We Need This Guide? ................. ............................... 2
2. Who Does Ordinance No. 859 Apply To? ...... ............................... 2
3. What Are The County's General Landscaping Design Guidelines? ....... 3
4. What Should I Know Before I Prepare My Planting Plan? .................. 9
5. What Should I Know Before I Prepare My Irrigation Plan? .............. 12
6. What Is A Water Budget And How Is It Calculated? ....................... 15
7. What Are The County's Installation And Maintenance Requirements? ..21
8. How Is Recycled Water Used? ................. ............................... 23
Figures
Figure 1 - Sunset Climate Zone Map ........... ............................... 18
Figure 2 - Water Budget Formula and Tables ............................... 19
Figure 3 - Blank Water Budget Calculation Form ........................... 20
Attachments
Attachment A - Riverside County California Friendly Plant List
The purpose of the Riverside County Guide to California
Friendly Landscaping (Landscaping Guide) is to present practical
standards for landscape and irrigation design for projects within
Riverside County. Additionally, the Landscaping Guide is de-
signed to assist landscape architects, irrigation designers, contrac-
tors, planners and the public in the selection of plant materials
and irrigation methods that meet the objectives of Ordinance No.
859 and Ordinance No. 348. In order to conserve water in the
drought prone state of California, legislation such as AB 325 and
AB 1881 mandates the practice of water conservation.
Riverside County's commitment to water conservation is exem-
plified in the adoption of standards and the implementation of
guidelines which result in a reduction of landscape related water
usage County -wide. It is the County's goal to reduce landscape
related water usage by at least twenty percent (20 %) per site,
through implementation of this Landscaping Guide. To meet this
goal, Planting Plans and Irrigation Plans shall be prepared using
the Water Budget Formula found on Figure 2 of this document.
2. Who Does Ordinance No. 859 Apply
A. On December 19, 2006, the Riverside County Board of Su-
pervisors adopted Ordinance No. 859. This ordinance is ap-
plicable to all discretionary permits and /or approvals for the
following:
I. Commercial development.
2. Industrial development.
3. Residential development:
• Multi- family development
• Single family common areas
• Single family homes (Spring 2008)
• Erosion control landscaping (slopes over 3 feet
in vertical height)
• Model homes (Spring 2008)
4. Road rights -of -way.
5. Parks and public lands.
6. Landscaping associated with entry sign monuments.
7. Fuel modification areas:
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County Fire Department, determine their fuel
modification requirements, and select fire -
resistive plant material. A detailed plan shall
Fuel modification zone be prepared pursuant to specifications of the
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California Friendly ® is a registered
trademark of the Metropolitan Water
District of Southern California. Learn
more about water conservation and
landscape rebate programs at:
www.bewatenvise.com
Water Efficient Landscapes can be
inviting and attractive
County's Planning Department and Fire De-
partment.
8. Flood Control Areas:
• Retention/detention basins
• Water quality swales (`bioswales')
9. Development adjacent to Multiple Species Habitat
Conservation Plan (MSHCP) and other conservation
areas:
• Applicants are required to consult with the En-
vironmental Programs Department (EPD) to
determine acceptable plant species that may be
planted within the vicinity of MSHCP con-
served lands.
B. In the event that the water purveyor for a proposed project
has adopted more stringent water - efficient landscape require-
ments, the more stringent guidelines shall take precedence.
Landscaping and proper irrigation is a critical component of any
successful development project. Landscaping should define a
sense of space by making a statement, ensuring community conti-
nuity, complementing good architectural design, and creating a
'12M cohesive finished product. Emphasis on California Friendly®
Lantana -gold hybrid design elements can achieve aesthetic objectives while acknowl-
edging the practical water constraints of our unique geographic
environment.
Conceptual Landscape Plans and/or Landscaping Minor Plot
Plans shall incorporate the following design guidelines relative to
their respective product type. Such plans shall also follow Sec-
tion 4 of this Landscaping Guide and incorporate the use of
drought- tolerant/water- efficient plants to reduce water demand.
A rich variety of plantings and hardscape should be selected and
integrated appropriately into the landscape design based on their
intend uses. Conceptual Landscaping and Planting Plans shall be
prepared by a Landscape Architect licensed by the State of Cali -
fomia and shall consist of plants found in the Riverside County
California Friendly Plant List (Plant List) included in this Guide
as Attachment A.
A. Single Family Residential Design Guidelines:
1. Trees, shrubs, and groundcover shall be incorpo-
rated within single - family development projects to
create a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing envi-
ronment for residents and those viewing from public
areas. The following minimum standard shall be
applied to front -yard typical landscaping plans:
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Invasive plants are prohibited near MSHCP
conservation areas.
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Notes: 'Of this amount, 60% shall be 5 gal. founda-
tion shrubs and 40% shall be 1 gal.
shrubs. 50% of the area underneath the shrubs
shall be covered by a vegetative, drought -
tolerant groundcover.
2 Calculating number of shrubs: Area for
shrubs to be divided by 25 sq. ft. The result-
ing number is the total number of shrubs that
must be planted to achieve full coverage.
3 The 24" box tree shall be a minimum 2" cali-
per and the 15 gal. tree shall be a minimum V
caliper.
2. Landscape architects and designers are strongly
encouraged to use clinging vines, espaliers, trellises,
and shrubs to enhance the architecture and define
attractive private open spaces.
3. Front yard areas should be designed using landscape
elements pertaining to the form, horizontal and ver-
tical lines, hardscape and softscape, and ornate
qualities that are compatible with the primary struc-
ture. Visual openness and water efficiency should
be maintained. Special attention shall be given to
selecting appropriate trees and plants that, at their
maturity, will be in scale with the house and yard.
4. Landscape architects and designers are encouraged
to use visual focal points such as boulders, land-
scape mounds, planter beds, etc.
5. To the extent feasible, existing mature trees and
shrubs that represent the existing significant land-
scaping elements shall be preserved.
6. Vegetative ground cover that will absorb rainwater
and reduce runoff shall be used. Permeable surfaces
should be used wherever possible to reduce paving.
7. Air conditioning, mechanical equipment, and trash
enclosures shall be screened from the public right -
of -way with suitable plantings.
8. Landscaping shall be included as part of the design
for a fence or wall. It should be used to soften and
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screen large masses of blank wall surface area and
deter graffiti.
9. Model homes shall display a sign indicating that the
home features water efficient planting and irriga-
tion. The sign shall be displayed in the front yard
and be clearly visible to home buyers.
10. Turf areas shall be used sparingly in response to
functional needs and shall be in compliance with the
Water Budget Formula (Section 6 of this Guide).
11. Soil amendments improve the water holding capac-
ity of the soil, adjust soil pH, provide nutrients, and
improve drainage. Agronomic soil tests are re-
quired to determine the recommended types, rates,
and application methods of soil amendments. Im-
plementation of the recommendations is required to
help ensure optimum soil conditions for the speci-
fied plants.
12. Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
(MWD) also has a California Friendly® rebate pro-
gram available for model home and front yard land-
scaping. MWD rebate approved plans will be
deemed compliant with Ordinance No. 859 and the
Landscaping Guide subject to Planning Department
review.
B. Multi- Family Residential Design Guidelines:
1. Trees, shrubs, and groundcover should be incorpo-
rated within multi - family development projects to
create a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing envi-
ronment for residents and those viewing from public
areas.
2. Landscape architects and designers shall use cling-
ing vines, espaliers, trellises, and shrubs to enhance
the architecture and define useful public and private
spaces.
3. Landscape architects and designers shall integrate
visual focal points such as boulders, landscaped
mounds or berms, sculpture, and public art into their
planting design.
4. Planting plans shall utilize hardy native or drought
tolerant trees, shrubs, and groundcover that are easy
to water and maintain.
5. Paved areas, especially parking lots, must incorpo-
rate adequate shading. Off -street parking and shad-
ing plans shall comply with provisions in Section
18.12 of Ordinance No. 348.
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6. Seating options in landscaped areas should be pro-
vided. They shall be constructed of durable, easy -
care material such and treated with a graffiti resis-
tant coating.
7. Entrances to alleys must be landscaped. Wails in
alleys abutting residential uses shall be screened
with landscaping such as clinging vines. Landscape
areas adjacent and between garages in alley - loaded
residential areas are encouraged.
8. Pedestrian walkways should be safe, visually attrac-
tive, and well defined by landscaping and lighting.
9. Landscaping shall be included as part of the design
for the fence or wall. It should be used to soften
and screen large masses of blank wall surface area
and to deter graffiti.
10. Planting plans shall complement the landscape ele-
ments between the proposed project, surrounding
streetscapes, and adjacent publicly maintained land-
scaping to ensure community continuity and charac-
ter.
11. Turf areas shall be used sparingly in response to
functional needs and shall be in compliance with the
Water Budget Formula (Section 6 of this Guide).
12. Soil amendments improve the water holding capac-
ity of the soil, adjust soil pH, provide nutrients, and
improve drainage. Agronomic soil tests are re-
quired to determine the recommended types, rates,
and application methods of soil amendments. Im-
plementation of the recommendations is required to
help ensure optimum soil conditions for the speci-
fied plants.
13. Model homes shall display a sign indicating that the
home features water efficient planting and irriga-
tion. The sign shall be displayed in the front yard
and be clearly visible to home buyers.
C. Commercial, Mixed Use, and Industrial Design Guide-
lines:
1. Landscaping is required to be in scale with adjacent
buildings and be of appropriate size at maturity to
accomplish its intended goals. A balance of decidu-
ous and evergreen trees should be used.
2. Landscaping shall be incorporated around the base
of buildings (except loading or service areas) to
soften the edge between the parking lot, structure(s),
AGENMUZA NO.-,
Agronomic soil tests are required to deter-
mine the recommended types, rates, and
application methods ofsod amendments.
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and street. Such landscaping should be accentuated
at entrances to provide a focal point.
3. New projects proposed adjacent to existing residen-
tial land uses shall incorporate adequate landscape
screeningibuffering.
4. Berming in conjunction with landscaping should be
used at the building edge to reduce structure mass
and height along fagades.
5. Evergreen trees and shrubs shall be used whenever a
landscape screen or buffer is required.
6. Service areas, equipment, and solid enclosures must
be screened using landscaping such as tall shrubs
and clinging vines especially those properties whose
side yard fronts a primary street or abuts a residen-
tial property.
7. Design and locate perimeter planters and plantings
for the purpose of creating a physical barrier, pro-
viding a visual screen, and shading the parking area.
The parking lot and perimeter landscape shall also
be designed for safe and convenient pedestrian cir-
culation throughout, including designated paths
across perimeter planters.
8. Plans shall comply with provisions in Section 18.12
of Ordinance No. 348.
9. Landscaping shall be included as part of the design
for the fence or wall. It should be used to soften and
screen large masses of blank wall surface area and
to deter graffiti.
10. Hdscape amenities such as benches, seating areas,
and trellises, shall be included and designed to be
consistent with the landscaping.
11. Landscaping plans shall complement the landscape
and hardscape elements between the proposed pro-
ject, surrounding streetscapes, and adjacent publicly
maintained landscaping to ensure community conti-
nuity and character.
12. Turf areas shall be used sparingly in response to
functional needs and shall be in compliance with the
Water Budget Formula (Section 6 of this Guide).
13. Soil amendments improve the water holding capac-
ity of the soil, adjust soil pH, provide nutrients, and
improve drainage. Agronomic soil tests are re-
quired to determine the recommended types, rates,
and application methods of soil amendments. Im-
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Vines soften fences and ivalls and deter
graffiti. They shall have designated valves
for irrigation.
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plementation of the recommendations is required to
help ensure optimum soil conditions for the speci-
fied plants.
C. Park Design Guidelines:
1.
A balance of deciduous and evergreen trees shall be
used.
2.
Landscaping shall be included as part of the design
for the fence or wall. It should be used to soften and
screen large masses of blank wall surface area and
to deter graffiti.
3.
Landscaping shall complement the landscape and
hardscape elements between the proposed project,
surrounding streetscapes, and adjacent publicly
maintained landscaping to ensure community conti-
nuity and character.
4.
Plans shall comply with provisions of Section 18.12
of Ordinance No. 348.
5.
Seating options and drinking fountains in land-
scaped areas should be provided. Seating and
drinking fountains should be constructed of durable,
easy -care material such as concrete and shall be
treated with a graffiti resistant coating.
6.
Adequate lighting shall be incorporated into the
landscape design pursuant to the prevailing local or
state standards.
7.
Sprinklers or other emitters shall be positioned so
that no irrigation water shall come in contact with
drinking fountains, picnic tables, benches, play-
ground equipment, buildings, or other hndscape
features.
8.
Soil amendments improve the water holding capac-
ity of the soil, adjust soil pH, provide nutrients, and
improve drainage. Agronomic soil tests are re-
quired to determine the recommended types, rates,
and application methods of soil amendments. Im-
plementation of the recommendations is required to
help ensure optimum soil conditions for the speci-
fied plants.
9.
Plans shall conform to the standards and be ap-
proved by the maintenance district responsible for
perpetual maintenance.
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D. Entry Monument Guidelines:
I. Monuments shall define a sense of space, individu-
ality, and arrival. Each monument should be differ-
ent from adjacent tracts and hold their own style.
2. To define a sense of arrival and place, entry monu-
ment shall incorporate 5 gallon or greater size
shrubs, and boulders, annual color plants, lighting
or other distinct visual focal points.
3. Monuments shall incorporate signature trees that
complement the community theme. A minimum 36
inch box or larger shall be used. Where only one
signature tree is incorporated in the monument land-
scaping plan, such a tree shall be a 42 inch box size
or greater. Entry lighting shall be used on signature
trees.
4. What Should I Know Before I
Prepare My Planting Plan?
Plant species must be selected from the Plant List included as
Attachment A of this Landscaping Guide. The species listed are
not guaranteed for all situations. Consultation with a landscape
architect, arborist, the proposed maintenance entity, or a local
plant nursery is recommended.
The following minimum design standards, together with the ap-
propriate elements of Section 3, shall be incorporated into Con-
ceptual Landscape Plans and/or Landscaping Minor Plot Plans:
A. Planting plans for permits and /or approvals described in Sec-
tion 2 shall be prepared by a Landscape Architect licensed by
the State of California.
B. Plants shall be selected based on their level of maintenance,
durability, mature widths and heights, aesthetic appeal, and
thematic qualities. A greater percentage of `low" or "very
low" water use plant species is strongly encouraged.
C. Shade trees shall be provided for residential, commercial and
industrial building parking lot and open space areas. They
shall be incorporated to provide natural cooling opportunities
and for the purpose of energy and water conservation.
D. In order to incorporate plant species other than those listed,
the project applicant must provide the Planning Director with
the following:
1. Water use requirements per Water Use Classifica-
tion of Landscape Species (WUCOLS III) or field
data verifying the plant's landscape (crop) coeffi-
cient.
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2. Plant species description from Sunset Western Gar-
den Book or other comparable source.
3. Comparison to a similar species included in the
plant list.
E. Plant species must be selected based on their appropriate
plant hardiness climate zones as defined by Sunset Western
Garden Book. The climate zones are also depicted in Figure
1 and are noted on the Plant List included as Attachment A
of this Landscaping Guide.
F. All non -turf planting areas (except hydroseeded areas) must
be mulched on a regular basis to retain moisture, suppress
weeds, and moderate soil temperature. Mulch depth,
type, and maintenance replenishment frequency must be
noted on plans.
1. Planting areas shall be mulched with a three inch
(3°) minimum layer of organic wood mulch. Areas
of groundcover planted from flats shall be mulched
with a one and one half inch (1 1/2 ") minimum
layer of organic mulch.
2. Some maintenance districts require differing mulch
thicknesses. The more stringent (thicker) require-
ment shall prevail.
3. Color enhanced mulches are discouraged.
4. Mulch may be omitted for native revegetation pro-
jects upon the recommendation of the project biolo-
gist.
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4. Turf is prohibited within County road rights -of -way,
unless the turf areas are contiguous to turf areas
within parks, residential front yards, cemeteries or
golf courses.
Model home reduces front ym a? turf area by
planting low- water use shrubs
5. Turf is prohibited on slopes greater than 4:1.
6. Turf areas less than eight feet (S') in width shall be
irrigated with subsurface irrigation or other low
volume irrigation technology.
H. Plants must be grouped and irrigated on separate valve zones
(hydrozones) based on their water use requirements, slope
aspect, and sun/shade microclimate.
I. Shrubs shall be designed so that their mature width will not
require excessive pruning. Excessive pruning is discouraged.
I.
The contractor shall tag one plant of each variety with the
plant's scientific name, and cultivar or variety if applicable,
and common name. This is to ensure that accurate replace-
ment plants are installed if necessary.
To prevent graffiti, self - clinging vines shall be planted to
ensure full coverage of the public facing side of all walls.
Plans must note or specify that a site specific agronomic soils
test is required and that contractors are required to follow the
report's recommendations for amending the soil. Planting
specifications and details including the recommendations from
the soils analysis are required if applicable. A copy of the soil
test shall be delivered to the Planning Department's Landscape
Section.
M. If low water use plants (those that can also survive /flourish
with medium water application) are used in a medium water
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use hydrozone, they must be counted as medium water use in
the irrigation calculations.
N. The Planting Plan shall be prepared at the same scale as the
Irrigation Plan and, at a minimum, shall identify the following:
1. Proposed and existing trees, shrubs, ground covers,
vines and turf areas indicated within the developed land-
scape area and within publicly maintained landscape ar-
eas within 200 feet (200') of proposed project site.
2. Legend including plant symbol, genus, species,
common name, spacing, size, quantity of each type
of plant by container size, water use per applicable
WUCOLS III Zone, and detail call -out (i.e.: P -1,
P -2, P -3, etc.).
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3. Location of each hydrozone.
4. Individual trees, shrubs, and groundcover plants at
their average growth size to ensure coverage of the
area to be landscaped.
5. Labels for all existing trees and vegetation that will
either remain or be removed.
6. Location of street lights. Trees shall be located so
that there is a minimum of ten feet (10') of clear-
ance with respect to the lights.
7. Root barrier noted for trees within six feet of hardscape.
S. Property lines, limit -of -work lines, streets, and
street names.
Drip irrigation is 30% more efcient than
conventional spray applications.
9. Building locations, driveways, sidewalks, and other
hardscape features.
10. Topographic elevation lines to determine slope.
11. Appropriate four inch (4 ") graphic scale, title block,
page numbers, and north arrow, notes, details, and
specifications.
12. Existing land uses adjacent to the boundaries of the
project site.
Prepare My Irrigation Plan?
Irrigation systems shall be designed, constructed, managed, and
maintained to achieve the highest overall efficiency possible.
Efficiency is measured by the amount of water beneficially used
to sustain plant life divided by the amount of water applied. Effi-
ciency is affected by the attributes of the controller, method of
irrigation, irrigation equipment, proper hydrozoning, site topogra-
phy, condition and size of plants, and weather conditions.
Landscaping Minor Plot Plans shall reflect the following mini-
mum design standards:
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A. High efficiency irrigation methods (e.g. drip, MP rotators,
microprays) shall be utilized.
B. Rotors and spray heads shall be designed and installed with
minimized overspray onto paved surfaces, structures, and
non - vegetated areas. The design shall be head -to -head cov-
erage with matched precipitation heads and a maximum of
fifty percent (50 %) diameter overlap. Rotors and spray
heads shall be zoned separately. Half rotors and full rotors
shall be zoned separately unless matched precipitation noz-
zles are used.
C. For drip line installations, in -line pressure regulators shall be
used per factory recommendations for the specific irrigation
products being used. If drip line is being installed, it must be
filtered at the valve along with any other necessary equip-
ment.
D. Irrigation systems shall be zoned according to plant water
use, slope aspect, and sun /shade microclimate. If low water
use plants (that can also survive /flourish with medium water
application) are used within a medium water use hydrozone,
they must be counted as medium water use in the irrigation
calculations.
E. Low head drainage is not permitted. Check valves are
recommended.
F. With the exception of single family residential units, all irri-
gation plans shall be designed for recycled water in areas that
are scheduled for recycled water in the future.
G. Projects must include a "smart' irrigation controller with the
following attributes:
1. Real -time, weather based program adjustment capa-
bility.
2. On -site weather station or external ETo input.
3. Rain sensors shall be placed within an unobstructed
natural rainfall area and located above the irrigation
spray pattern.
4. Master valve (or simultaneous operations).
5. Flow Sensor.
6. Multiple start times.
7. Minimum of two programs.
One ofmany "smart controller " options.
H. Systems shall be scheduled so that the irrigation precipitation
rate does not exceed the infiltration rate of the soil.
I. A baseline irrigation schedule shall be provided on the plans
for the six -month initial plant establishment period. The
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Standard low- emission bubbler.
Standard low- emission hub.
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contractor shall adjust the schedule to meet site specific re-
troller?
quirements and use the baseline schedule to set the weather -
based controller. The schedule currently in effect shall be
posted in the controller.
Irrigation -- Association
larly tests "smart" control-
J. A second baseline irrigation schedule shall be provided on
and provides a list of -
the plans which incorporates the specific water needs of the
mc controllers for :.
plants throughout the post - establishment calendar year. The
mercrcial or private use. '
contractor shall adjust the schedule to meet site specific re-
iw!are the tested and recom- `-
quirements and use the baseline schedule to set the weather -
ded smart controllers from '
based controller. The schedule currently in effect shall be
4ssociation's 2007 list. For
posted in the controller.
e information and a current;'
if controllers, see the Irriga-
web Site `
K. The irrigation schedules shall include the recommended irri-
a t e e d I at: ': h t t n : / / '
gation days per week, number of cycles per day, minutes of
w i ore /SWAT/
run times per cycle, and estimated amount of applied irriga -
y fi a s t ed:
stry /ia- tested: sp
tion water, expressed in gallons per month and gallons per
year.
lex- TronixEnerconPlus -
L. The controller shall be operational and set to real -time
weather prior to the completion of the 90 -day maintenance
lex -Tronix Smart Clock
period of the installing contractor.
M. Pressure loss calculations for valve with worse condition.
N. Commercial projects shall include a Central Controller pro-
grammed to distinguish irregular flows (e.g. broken valve,
line, spray head, etc.), temporarily shut off the affected
branch or the entire system, and send an immediate elec-
tronic message to the maintenance entity.
O. Residential Front Yard Typical Irrigation Plans must demon-
strate that sufficient capacity exists on the specified irrigation
controller to supply adequate additional zones for future side
and backyard landscaping. More than one controller per
residential unit shall be avoided.
P. The Irrigation Plan shall be prepared at the same scale as the
Planting Plan and, at a minimum, shall identify the follow-
ing:
1. Location and size of service lateral(s) and water
Master RME Eagle meter(s).
Intelli -Sense 2. Point of connection (POC) location and static pres-
sure at POC.
hermatic SL1600 3. Total flow rate (gallons per minute) and designed
operating pressure (psi) for each overhead spray and
bubbler circuit, and total flow rate (gallons per
ALUM ff EI'M N10.
hour) and design operating pressure (psi) for each
drip and low volume irrigation circuit.
4. Location, size, and type of all irrigation components
including, but not limited to, smart controller, cen-
tral controller ( backflow prevention device, ball
valves, anti -drain check valves, pressure supply
(main) line, lateral lines, pipe sizing, valves, spray
heads, rotors, drip, low volume irrigation equip-
ment, gallons per minute, pressure regulators, and
pumps. Water sense components are strongly rec-
ommended.
5. Hydraulic Calculation worksheet including flow
rate (gallons per minute) and design operating pres-
sure.
6. Precipitation rate (inches per hour) for each spray
type circuit.
7. Irrigation legend with the symbol, manufacturer
name, model number (or non - proprietary descrip-
tion for publicly funded projects), separate symbols
for irrigation equipment with different spray pat-
terns, spray radius, and precipitation rate.
8. Location, size, and type (high, medium, low) of
each hydrozone.
9. Topographic elevation lines to determine slope.
10. Irrigation system details for assembly and installa-
tion.
11. Calculation for the project's landscape Water
Budget. (Section 6 of this Guide).
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Water budgets are used to assist designers and governing authori-
ties. They are a tool to verify compliance with the state require-
ments for water conservation and they assist with water demand
management. A water budget determines how much water a par-
ticular landscape needs over a specified period of time. The
Maximum Annual Water Allowance (MAWA) is calculated and
compared to the Estimated Annual Water Use (EAWU) to verify
that the project landscaping is not exceeding the allowed water
use.
The County of Riverside uses the formula and tables included in
Figure 2 to determine water budgets. Figure 2, the information
below, and the sample worksheet following are designed to assist
you in calculating a Water Budget for inclusion in your Irrigation
Plan.
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A. Maximum Annual Water Allowance and Evapotranspi-
ration Rate (ETo).
ETo, or Annual Reference Evapotranspiration Rate, is the
quantity of water evaporated from adjacent soil surfaces and
transpired by plants in terms of inches for a particular
climate zone. Your total square footage of landscape and
ETo are essential components of the MAWA formula.
Because ETo rates vary according to climate, the ETo rate
must be identified for your project in order to calculate
MAWA. ETo data is taken from the California Irrigation
Management Information System (CI MIS). Table 1 on Fig-
ure 2 will help you find your ETo for insertion into Space B
of your landscape water budget formula. If your project is
not within one of the weather station areas listed, use the
closest representative station.
B. Estimated Annual Water Use (EAWU).
The formula for EAWU is calculated for each hydrozone
separately, then the total of all hydrozones is divided by the
Irrigation System Operation Efficiency (IS). In addition to
the square footage of each hydrozone, the EAWU calculation
relies on several other key factors. One is the average Plant
Factor (PF) that is established by the WUCOLS III for plants
that are considered high, medium, low, and very low based
on their water requirements. For purposes of the Water
Budget Formula, turf is considered to have a high water re-
quirement. Refer to Table 2 to establish your PF for each
hydrozone and enter the number in Space D of your Water
Budget Formula on Figure 2.
The water use requirements also vary according to regional
climate zones. Plant categories used in the calculation must
be from the appropriate WUCOLS Regional Zones as de-
fined below and the corresponding Sunset Zones found on
Figure I of this Landscaping Guide:
Another key factor in calculating EAWU is the Irrigation
Efficiency (IE). The IE is derived from measurements and
estimates of the irrigation application method performance
within controlled environmental conditions. Table 3 provides
AGENDA I E NO. 0 0 6 9 2
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water to the atmosphere from
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WORKSHEET
1 Maximum Annual Water Allocation (MAWA)
INPUT the total square footage of landscape -1 x .62
INPUT the Hist. ETo for the area = x _8
MAWA = gal / yr
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2 Estimated Annual Water Use (EAWU)
Hydrozone # I INPUT Plant Factor = ( 7-e,9
INPUT square footage of hydrozone
INPUT hydrozone irrigation efficiency -
EAWU = I ICU it / yr
Hydrozone # 2 INPUT Plant Factor = ( High)
INPUT square footage of hydrozone -
INPUT hydrozone irrigation efficiency =
EAWU - I ICU n/yr
Hydrozone # 3 INPUT Plant Factor = ( Med)
INPUT square footage of hydrozone
INPUT hydrozone irrigation efficiency -
EAWU= =CU ft /yr
Hydrozone # 4 INPUT Plant Factor = ( Low)
INPUT square footage of hydrozone -
INPUT hydrozone irrigation efficiency =
EAWU = =cu It / yr
Hydrozone # 5 INPUT Plant Factor = ( Very Low)
INPUT square footage of hydrozone -
INPUT hydrozone irrigation efficiency =
EAWU= cuft /yr
SubTotal EAVVU = Ocu It / yr
Input Irrigation System Operation Factor 0.85
Total EAWU =
MAWA - EAWU -1 i cu ft / yr
(this number must be positive)
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the IE factor to be used in Space F of the Water Budget Formula
on Figure 2.
The final factor in calculating EAWU is the Irrigation Sys-
tem Operation Efficiency. This number is derived from the
efficiency of the controller. Since "smart" controllers are
required by the County per Ordinance No. 859, the IS factor
shall be 0.85. This figure has been inserted in the Water
Budget Formula for you.
An EAWU calculation must be performed for each hydro -
zone within the proposed project.
C. Finalizing the Water Budget Calculations.
Add together the EAWU subtotals for each hydrozone within
the proposed project, this will be the Sub -Total EAWU.
Now, divide this number by 0.85. The resulting number will
be the Total EAWU. Subtract the Total EAWU number
from the MAWA. The resulting number must be positive. If
the number is negative, then adjustments will need to be
made to the Planting Plan (e.g. use more vegetation types
that consume less water) and/or the Irrigation Plan (e.g. use
more efficient application methods).
A Water Budget Formula shall be completed and included on
all Irrigation Plans submitted to the County. A blank Water
Budget Form is provided as Figure 3 and may also be
downloaded from the Landscape Review link on the County
Planning Department website: www.tlma.co.riverside.ca.us/
planning.
Correct installation and consistent landscape maintenance is para-
mount to water efficient landscaping and water conservation.
Regardless of the efficiency of the irrigation design and installa-
tion, a landscape can quickly lose its efficiency and aesthetic ap-
peal without proper maintenance. To ensure that the Planting and
Irrigation Plans are installed properly and maintained throughout
a minimum plant establishment period, the County Planning De-
partment will conduct the following series of site visits:
A. Installation Inspection
Personnel will, at a minimum, confirm that the irrigation
system is installed according to the approved Irrigation Plan,
the soil preparation and landscaping is completed as indi-
cated in the approved Planting Plan, the project has met its
Conditions of Approval, and the performance security has
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Inspectors will confirm that plants are
installed per approved plans and are
thriving.
Inspectors will verify that the h, iga-
tion system is installed properly and
Examples of water efcieni landscaping.
been approved and executed. Upon successful completion of
this Installation Inspection, a Certificate of Completion will
be issued to the project applicant.
B. Six Month Establishment Inspection
Personnel will, at a minimum, confirm that the irrigation
system is operating at its maximum efficiency, the plantings
are alive, the current irrigation schedule is posted in the con-
troller, and any replacement components of either the land-
scape or irrigation reflect the original approved Irrigation and
Planting Plans.
C. One Year Post - Establishment Inspection
Personnel will, at a minimum, perform an irrigation audit to
confirm that the irrigation system is functioning properly and
operating at its maximum level of efficiency, verify that
plants are established and thriving, and ensure that the post -
establishment irrigation schedule is programmed and posted
in the controller, and confirm that any remaining Conditions
of Approval are met. If components of either the irrigation
system or the landscape have been replaced, personnel will
confirm that their replacement components reflect the origi-
nal approved Irrigation and Planting Plans. Upon successful
completion of the Post - Establishment Inspection, the land -
scaping/irrigation component of the performance bond will
be deemed complete.
At the Planning Director's discretion, projects may be re-
quired to maintain an annual maintenance inspection sched-
ule to ensure that the following obligations are met:
1. Smart controllers are monitored and adjusted for
maximum operating efficiency and irrigation appli-
cation equipment is calibrated to provide maximum
efficiency.
2. Non - functioning irrigation and hardscape compo-
nents are replaced with identical or better compo-
nents.
3. Plant materials that fail to thrive are replaced with
identical plant materials or those with similar water
requirements.
4. Minimum mulching levels are maintained.
5. Plants are pruned to eliminate irrigation application
interference.
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Riverside County developer onegrates water-
efficient landscaping into model home designs.
Recycled water determined to be available pursuant to Section
13550 of the California State Water Code shall be used for appro-
priate non - potable uses whenever it: a) provides a beneficial use
to the customer, b) is economically and technically feasible, c) is
consistent with applicable regulatory requirements, and d) is in
the best interests of public health, safety, and welfare. With the
exception of non - common areas of single - family home residential
developments, irrigation systems must be designed and installed
to accommodate the current or future use of recycled water for
irrigation. Such plans shall be developed in accordance with
standards and policies of the applicable recycled water purveyor.
Recycled water systems shall be designed to meet regulatory re-
quirements of the California Department of Public Health and the
local recycled water purveyor.
For more information concerning this Landscaping Guide,
please contact:
Kristi Lovelady, Administrative Manager
Riverside County Planning Department
Landscape Program
951- 955 -0781
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General Manager -Chief Engineer
RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
August 22, 2008
Mr. Justin Carlson, Associate Planner
City of Lake Elsinore
130 South Main Street
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
1995 MARKET STREET
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
951.955.1200
FAX 951.788.9965
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Dear Mr. Carlson: Re: Notice of Availability and Intent to
Adopt a Negative Declaration for Zoning
Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04
This letter is written in response to the Notice of Availability and Intent to Adopt a Negative
Declaration (ND) for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04. The project proposes an
amendment to a portion of Chapter 17.65 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish a
Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential, Commercial, and Industrial
Zoning Districts. The proposed zoning ordinance text amendment involves no physical development
and separate site specific analysis will be undertaken in association with future development projects
Citywide. The proposed project is located in the city of Lake Elsinore, Riverside County.
The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District has no comments at this time.
However, please be advised that several existing and proposed District facilities are located within
the city of Lake Elsinore. Actions that result in the reduction of nuisance run -off into District
facilities should be encouraged by the City.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the ND. Please forward any subsequent environmental
documents regarding the project to my attention at this office. Any further questions concerning this
letter may be referred to Jason Swenson at 951.955.8082 or me at 951.955.1233.
Very truly yours,
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TERESA T
Senior Civil Engineer
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Attn: David Mares
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CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
RIVERSIDE COUNTY
FIRE DEPARTMENT
In cooperation with the
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
210 West San Jacinto Avenue • Perris, California 92570 • (951) 940 -6900 • Fax (951) 940 -6910
Proudly serving the
October 27, 2009
unincorporated
areas of Riverside
City of Lake Elsinore
County and the
Cities of:
Planning Dept.
Justin Carlson, Associate Planner
Banning
130 Main Street
Beaumont
Lake Elsinore, CA 925
CaGmesa
Re: Notice of Availability and Intent to Adopt- Negative Declaration for Zoning
Canyon Lake
Ordinance Amendment 2008 -04
Coachella
Dear Mr. Carlson,
Desert Hot Springs
Thank you for providing the Riverside County Fire Department the opportunity to
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review the Negative Declaration for the City of Lake Elsinore.
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With respect to the referenced project, the Riverside County Fire Department has no
Lake Elsinore
further comments.
La Quints
The California Fire Code outlines fire protection standards for the safety, health, and
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welfare of the public. These standards will be enforced by the Fire Chief.
4.
Moreno Valley
If I can be of further assistance, please feel free to contact me at (951) 940 -6349 or e-
Palm Desert
mail at jason.neumanngfire.ca.gov
Perris
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Rancho Mirage
Sincerely,
San Jacinto
Jason Nehnian
Temecula
Fire Captain
Wildomar
Strategic Planning Bureau
Board of Supervisors
Bob Buster,
District I
John Tavaglione,
District 2
Jeff Stone,
District 3
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DEPARTMENT OF FIS
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1416 Ninth street, Suite 1:2
Sacramento California 95E
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CEQA Filing Fee No Effect Determination Form
Applicant Name: City of Lake Elsinore Date Submitted: 9 -2 -08
Applicant Address: 130 South Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Project Name: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04
CEQA Lead Agency: City of Lake Elsinore
CEQA Document Type: MND
SCH Number and /or local agency ID number: MND No. 2008 -11
Project Location; City -wide.
Brief Project Description: Amendment of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Chapter
17.65 related to: 1) the establishment of a water efficiency landscaping ordinance which
is applicable to all residential, commercial, and industrial districts, and 2) promoting the
values and benefits of landscaping while recognizing the need to utilize water and other
resources as efficiently as possible.
Determination: Based on a review of the Project as proposed, the Department of Fish
and Game has determined that for purposes of'the assessment of CEQA filing fees
[f &G Code 711.4(c)] the project has no potential effect on fish, wildlife and habitat and
the project as described does not require payment of a CEQA filing fee. This
determination does not in anyway imply that the projeot'is exempt from CEQA and
does not determine the significance of any potential project effects evaluated pursuant
to CEQA.
Please retain this original determination for your records; you are required to file a copy
of this determination with the County Clerk after your project is approved and at the time
of filing of the CEQA lead; agency's Notice of Determination (NOD). if you do not file a
copy of this determination with the County Clerk at the time of filing of the NOD, the
appropriate CEQA filing fee will be due and payable.
Without a valid No Effect Determination Form or proof of fee payment, the project will
not be operative, vested, or final and any local permits issued for the project will be
invalid, pursuant to Fish and Game,f� ode Section 711.4(c)(3).
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
130 South Main Street
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
(951) 674 -3124 Voice
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
(951) 471 -1419 Fax
Project Entitlement No(s): Zoninq Ordinance Text Amendment No 2008 -04
Applicant: City of Lake Elsinore
Address: 130 S. Main Street Lake Elsinore CA 92530
Project Location: Citywide in all Residential Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts
Project Description A request to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace it with a new Chapter
19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code to establish a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be
applied in all Residential Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts Citywide The Ordinance will
Promote water efficient landscaping water use management and water conservation through the uses
of water efficient landscaping wise use of turf areas and appropriate use of irrigation technology and
management.
Based on the attached Initial Study prepared for this project, the City of Lake Elsinore has determined that
there would be no significant, adverse, effect on the environment due to the scope of the project. All other
materials that constitute the basis upon for determining to adopt this Negative Declaration are available for
public review at the City of Lake Elsinore Planning Division, 130 South Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530.
This document constitutes a Negative Declaration.
RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES (i.e., any agency that has discretionary approval power over the project):
City of Lake Elsinore
TRUSTEE AGENCIES (i.e., the California Department of Fish and Game, State Lands Commission, State
Department of Parks and Recreation, and University of California):
Notice Pursuant to Section 21092.5 of the Public Resources Code
The public hearing date for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04 has not yet been determined.
The public is invited to submit written comments on the proposed Negative Declaration to the Planning
Division, attention Justin Carlson, Associate Planner, 130 South Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 or
phone (951) 674 -3124.
Ju tin Carlson, Associate Planner
October 13, 2009
Date
AGENDA FrE,1 ND-. 3
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CITY OF *OhN,4
LAKE LSIIYOIZE
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INITIAL STUDY/
NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2008 -n
for
Zoning Ordinance TextAmendment No. 2008 -04
Prepared By:
City of Lake Elsinore
Community Development Department
130 South Main Street
Lake Elsinore, CA 9
October 2009
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INITIAL STUDY
Introduction
This Initial Study has been prepared in accordance with relevant provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (Cal. Pub. Res. Code §§ 21000, et seq.: "CEQA ") and the State
Guidelines for Implementation of CEQA (14 Cal. Code Regs §§ 15000 at seq.: "CEQA
Guidelines "). According to Section 15063(c) of the CEQA Guidelines, the purposes of an Initial
Study are to:
1. Provide the Lead Agency (i.e., the City of Lake Elsinore) with information to use as the basis
for deciding whether to prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or Negative
Declaration; and to
2. Enable an applicant or Lead Agency to modify a project to mitigate adverse impacts before an
EIR is prepared, thereby enabling the project to quality for a Negative Declaration or Mitigated
Negative Declaration; and to
3. Assist in the preparation of an EIR, if one is required; and to
4. Facilitate environmental assessment early in the design of a project; and to
5. Provide documentation of the factual basis for the findings in. a Negative Declaration or
Mitigated Negative Declaration that a project will not have a significant effect on the
environment; and to
6. Eliminate unnecessary EIRs; and to
7. Determine whether a previously prepared EIR could be used with the project.
AGENDA ITEp4t r3q,
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INITIAL STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
1. Project Title
Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04
2. Lead Agency Name and Address
City of Lake Elsinore
130 South Main Street
Lake Elsinore, California 92530
3. Contact Person and Phone Number
Justin Carlson, Associate Planner
(951) 674 -3124, ext. 314
4. Project Location
Citywide in all Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts.
5. Project Applicant Name and Address
City of Lake Elsinore
130 South Main Street
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
6. General Plan Designation(s)
Mountainous (M), Very Low Density (VLD), Low Density (LD), Low Medium Density (LMD),
Medium Density (MD), Medium High Density (MHD), High Density (HD), Mixed use (MU),
Neighborhood Commercial (NC), Tourist Commercial (TC), General Commercial (GC),
Commercial Office (CO), Freeway Business (FB), Limited Industrial (LI), Business Park (BP),
and Public/institutional (1
7. Zoning
Hillside Planned Development Overlay District (HPD), "Historic Downtown Elsinore" Overlay
District, Rural Residential District (R -R), Estate Single - Family District (R -E), Hillside Single -
Family Residential Development District (R -H), Single - Family Residential District (R -1),
Medium Density Residential District (R -2), High Density Residential District (R -3), Mobile
Home Community District (MC), Commercial Office District (CO), Neighborhood Commercial
District (NC), General Commercial District (GC), Commercial Park District (CP), Commercial
Manufacturing District (CM), Limited Manufacturing District (M -1), General Manufacturing
District (M -2), and Public /Institutional.
8. Description of Proiect
To repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace it with a new Chapter 19.08 related to:
1. The establishment of a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance which is applicable to
all Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Districts.
2. The Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance will promote the values and benefits of
landscaping while recognizing the need to utilize water and other resources as
efficiently as possible.
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3. The Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance will establish a structure for designing,
installing, and maintaining water efficient landscaping in new projects within the
Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts.
4. The Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance will promote water efficient landscaping,
water use management, and water conservation through the use of water efficient
landscaping, wise use of turf areas and appropriate use of irrigation technology and
management.
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10.
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Surrounding Land Uses and Setting
Varies by location as Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04 applies Citywide to all
Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at
least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or as indicated by the checklist on the
following pages.
❑ Aesthetics
❑ Biological Resources
❑ Hazards & Hazardous
Materials
❑ Mineral Resources
❑ Public Services
❑ Utilities /Service Systems
❑ Agricultural Resources
❑ Cultural Resources
❑ Hydrology/Water Quality
❑ Noise
❑ Air Quality
❑ Geology /Soils
❑ Land Use /Planning
❑ Population /Housing
❑ Recreation ❑Traffic
❑ Mandatory Findings of Significance
DETERMINATION: (To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
® I find the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment
and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
❑ I find that although the project could have a significant effect on the environment there
will not be a significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been
made or agreed to by the project proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be.prepared.
❑ 1 find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment and
an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
❑ I find that the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact' or
"potentially significant unless mitigated" impact on the environment, but at least one
effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable
legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the
earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
❑ I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed
adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable
standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR or
NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are
imposed upon the proposed project, nothing further is required.
Sig ature
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Date
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Justin Carlson Associate Planner
Print Name Title
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT EVALUATION CHECKLIST
1. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources
show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g., the
project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact' answer should be explained
where it is based on project - specific factors as well as general standards (e.g., the
project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project - specific
screening analysis).
2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off -site as well as
on -site, cumulative as well as project - level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as
well as operational impacts.
3. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur, then
the checklist answers must indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less
than significant with mitigation, or less than significant. 'Potentially Significant Impact' is
appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are
one or more "Potentially Significant Impact' entries when the determination is made, an
EIR is required.
4. "Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated" applies
where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from 'Potentially
Significant Impact' to a "Less Than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe
the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than
significant level (mitigation measures from "Earlier Analyses," cited in support of
conclusions reached in other sections may be cross - referenced).
5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other
CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative
declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case, a brief discussion should identify the
following:
a. Earlier Analysis Used — Identify and state where they are available for review.
b. Impacts Adequately Addressed — Identify which effects from the above
checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier
document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such
effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis.
c. Mitigation Measures —For effects that are "Less than Significant with
Mitigation Measures Incorporated," describe the mitigation measures which
were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to
which they address site - specific conditions for the project.
6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to
information sources for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances).
Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate,
include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated.
7. Supporting Information Sources: A source list should be attached, and other sources
used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion.
8. The explanation of each issue should identify: a) The significance criteria or threshold, if
any, used to evaluate each question; and b) The mitigation measure identified, if any, to
reduce the impact to less than significance.
A. AESTHETICS
Would the project:
Potentially
Significant
Impact
1. Have a substantial adverse effect on a
scenic vista? ❑
2. Substantially damage scenic resources,
including, but not limited to, trees, rock
outcroppings, and historic buildings within a ❑
state scenic highway ?)
3. Substantially degrade
character or quality
surroundings ?)
the existing visual
of the site and its ❑
4. Create a source of substantial light or glare,
which would adversely affect day or ❑
nighttime views in the area?
Less Than Less than
Significant
With Significant No Impact
Impact
Mitigation Im P
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AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES*
Less Than
Potentially
Significant
Significant
Less than
Significant No
Would the project: Impact
With
I act Impact
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Mitigation
5.
Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland,
or Farmland of Statewide Importance
(Farmland), as shown on the maps
prepared pursuant to the Farmland
Mapping and Monitoring Program of the❑
❑
❑
California Resources Agency, to
nonagricultural use?
6.
Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural❑
use, or a Williamson Act contract?
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Involve other changes in the existing
environment, which, due to their location or
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nature, could result in conversion of
Farmland, to nonagricultural use?
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In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant
environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land
Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California
Department of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on
agricultural and farmland.
C. AIR QUALITY`
Would the project:
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Potentially Less Than Less than
Significant Significant Significant No
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Im act With Im act Impact
Mitigation P
Conflict with or obstruct implementation of
❑
the applicable air quality plan?
Violate any air quality standard or
contribute substantially to an existing or❑
projected air quality violation?
Result in a cumulatively considerable net
increase of any criteria pollutant for which
the project region is non - attainment under
an applicable federal or state ambient air❑
quality standard (including releasing
emissions which exceed quantitative
thresholds for ozone precursors)?
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Expose sensitive receptors to substantial
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Create objectionable odors affecting a❑ El El substantial number of people?
Where available, the significant criteria established by the applicable air quality
management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following
determinations.
D. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
Potentiall Less Than
y Significant Less than
Significant With Significant No Impact
Impact Mitigation Impact
13. Have a substantial adverse effect, either
directly or through habitat modifications, on
any species identified as a candidate,
sensitive, or special status species in local❑
or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or
by the California Department of Fish and
Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
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D. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Potentially
Less Than
Would the project:
Significant
Significant
With
than
Significant No Impact
Impact
Mitigation
Impact
14. Have a substantial adverse effect on any
riparian habitat or other sensitive natural
(including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal❑
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❑
community identified in local or regional
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plans, policies, regulations or by the❑
filling, hydrological interruption, or other
California Department of Fish and Game or
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
15.
Have a substantial adverse effect on
federally protected wetlands as defined by
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal❑
❑
❑
pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal,
filling, hydrological interruption, or other
means?
16.
Interfere substantially with the movement of
any native resident or migratory fish or
wildlife species or with established native❑
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resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or
impede the use of native wildlife nursery
sites?
17.
Conflict with any local policies or
ordinances protecting biological
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resources, such as a tree preservation
policy or ordinance?
18.
Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural
Community Conservation Plan, or other❑
❑
❑
approved local, regional, or state habitat
conservation plan?
E. CULTURAL RESOURCES Potentially
Significant
Would the project: Impact
19. Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of a historical resource as❑
defined in Section15064.5?
20. Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of an archaeological resource❑
pursuant to Section 15064.5?
Less Than Less than
Significant Significant No
With
Mitigation Impact Impact
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22.
CULTURAL RESOURCES Potentially
Si
Significant
Would the project: Si act
Impact
Directly or indirectly destroy a unique
paleontological resource or site or unique❑
geological feature?
Disturb any human remains, including those
interred outside of formal cemeteries?
Less Than
Significant
With
Mitigation
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❑
Less than
Significant
Si Impact
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No
Impact
F.
GEOLOGY AND SOILS
Potentially
Less Than
Less than
Significant
Would the project:
Significant
With
Significant No
Impact
Impact
p
Mitigation
Impact
p
23.
Expose people or structures to potential
substantial adverse effects, including the
risk of loss, injury, or death involving:
a. Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as
delineated on the most recent Alquist-
Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map
issued by the State Geologist for the area❑
❑
❑
or based on other substantial evidence of
known fault? Refer to Division of Mines
and Geology Special Pub. 42.
b. Strong seismic ground shaking? ❑
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c. Seismic - related ground failure, including❑
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liquefaction?
d. Landslides? ❑
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24.
Result in substantial soil erosion, or the loss
❑
❑
❑
of topsoil?
25.
Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is
unstable, or that would become unstable as
a result of the project, and potentially result❑
❑
❑
in on- or off -site landslide, lateral spreading,
subsidence, liquefaction or collapse
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F. GEOLOGY AND SOILS
Would the project:
Potentially Less Than
Significant Significant
Impact With
Mitigation
26. Be located on expansive soil, as defined in
Table 18 -1 -B of the Uniform Building Code
(1994), creating substantial risks to life or
property? ❑
27. Have soils incapable of adequately
supporting the use of septic tanks or
alternative waste water disposal system❑
where sewers are not available for the
disposal of waste water?
Less than
Significant Impact
Impact
❑
❑
❑
❑
the environment through the routine❑
G. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Less Than
Potentially Significant Less than No
Would the project: Significant With Significant Impact
Impact Mitigation Impact
28.
Create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment through the routine❑
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transport, use or disposal of hazardous
materials?
29.
Create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment through reasonably
foreseeable up -set and accident conditions❑
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involving the release of hazardous
materials into the environment?
30.
Emit hazardous emissions or handle
hazardous or acutely hazardous materials,
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substances, or waste within one - quarter
mile of an existing or proposed school?
31.
Be located on a site which is included on a
list of hazardous materials sites compiled
pursuant to Government Code Section❑
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65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a
significant hazard to the public or the
environment?
32.
For a project located within an airport land
use plan or, where such a plan has not
been adopted, within two miles of a public
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airport or public use airport, would the
project result in a safety hazard for people
residing or working in the project area?
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G. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Potentially
Less Than
Significant Less than No
Would the project: Significant
With Significant
Impact
Impact
p
Impact
Mitigation P
33. For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project result in a safety
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❑ ❑
hazard for people residing or working in the
project area?
34. Impair implementation of or physically
interfere with an adopted emergency
❑
❑ ❑
response plan or emergency evacuation
plan?
35. Expose people or structures to a significant
risk of loss, injury or death involving
wildland fires, including where wildlands are❑
❑ ❑
adjacent to urbanized areas or where
residences are intermixed with wildlands?
Less Than
Less than
H. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY Potentially
Significant
Would the project: Impact
Significant No
Significant
With Impact Impact
Mitigation
36. Violate any water quality standards or waste❑
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discharge requirements?
7. Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or
interfere substantially with groundwater
recharge such that there would be a net
deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the
local groundwater table level (e.g., the❑
❑ ❑
production rate of preexisting nearby wells
would drop to a level which would not support
existing land uses or planned uses for which
permits have been granted)?
38. Substantially alter the existing drainage
pattern of the site or area, including through
the alteration of the course of a stream or
river, or substantially increase the rate or ❑
❑ ❑
amount of surface runoff in a manner which
would result in substantial erosion or siltation
on- or off -site?
39. Create or contribute runoff water, which
would exceed the capacity of existing or
planned storm water drainage systems or❑
❑ ❑
provide substantial additional sources of
polluted runoff?
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H. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
Less Than
Less than
Potentially
Would the project: Significant
Si nificant
W9h
Less than
Significant
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Impact
Mitigation
Impact
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40. Otherwise substantially degrade water
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quality?
41. Place housing within a 100 -year flood hazard
area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard
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Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or
❑
❑
other flood hazard delineation map?
42. Place within a 100 -year flood hazard area
structures which would impede or redirect❑
❑
❑
flood flows?
43. Expose people or structures to a significant
risk of loss, injury or death involving flooding,
including flooding as a result of the failure of❑ ❑ ❑
a levee or dam?
44. Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? ❑ ❑ ❑
1. LAND USE AND PLANNING Potentiall y
Less Than
Less than
Would the project: Significant
Significant
With
Significant
No Impact
Impact
Mitigation
Impact
45. Physically divide an established community? ❑
❑
❑
46. Conflict with any applicable land use plan,
policy, or regulation of an agency with
jurisdiction over the project (including, but
not limited to the general plan, specific plan,❑
❑
❑
local coastal program, or zoning ordinance)
adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect?
47. Conflict with any applicable habitat
conservation plan or natural community❑
❑
❑
conservation plan?
J. MINERAL RESOURCES Less Than
Potentially Significant Less than No
Would the project: Significant W it h Significant Impact
Mitigation Impact
Impact P
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J. MINERAL RESOURCES Potentially Less Than Less than
Significant Significant Significant No
Would the project: With Impact
Impact Impact p
48. Result in the loss of availability of a known Mitigation
mineral resource that would be of value to the❑ ❑ ❑
region and the residents of the state?
49. Result in the loss of availability of a locally
important mineral resource recovery site❑ El ❑
delineated on a local general plan, specific
plan or other land use plan?
K. NOISE Potentially Less Than
Less than
Significant Significant
Would the project result in: With
Significant No
Impact
Impact
Mitigation
I act
m P
50. Exposure of persons to or generation of noise
levels in excess of standards established in ❑
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local general plan or noise ordinance, or
applicable standards of other agencies?
51. Exposure of persons to or generation of
excessive ground -borne vibration or ground-El ❑
❑
borne noise levels?
52.A substantial permanent increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity above❑ ❑
❑
levels existing without the project?
53.A substantial temporary or periodic increase
in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity❑ ❑
❑
above levels without the project?
54. For a project located within an airport land
use plan or, where such a plan has not been
adopted, within two miles of a public airport
❑ ❑
or public use airport, would the project
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expose people residing or working in the
project area to excessive noise levels?
55. For a project located within the vicinity of a
private airstrip, would the project expose
❑
❑
people residing or working in the project area❑
to excessive noise levels?
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L. POPULATION AND HOUSING Less Than
Potentially Significant
Less than
Significant
Would the project:
With
No
Significant
Impact
Impact
Mitigation
Impact
56.Induce substantial population growth in an
area, either directly (for example, by
proposing new homes and businesses) or❑
❑
❑
indirectly (for example, through an extension
of roads or other infra - structure)?
57.Displace substantial numbers of existing
housing, necessitating the construction of❑
❑
❑
replacement housing elsewhere?
58. Displace substantial numbers of people,
necessitating the construction of replacement❑
❑
❑
housing elsewhere?
M. PUBLIC SERVICES*
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less than
Would the project result in substantial Significant
With
Significant No Impact
adverse physical impacts to the following: Impact
Mitigation
Impact
59. Fire protection? ❑
❑
❑
60. Police protection? ❑
❑
❑
61.Schools? ❑
❑
❑
62. Parks? ❑
❑
❑
63. Other public facilities? ❑
❑
❑
Include potential effects associated with the provision of new or physically altered
governmental facilities, the construction of which could
cause
significant
environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios,
response
times or other performance objectives for any of the public services.
N. RECREATION Less Than
Potentially Significant Less than No
Significant Significant
Impact With Impact Impact
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64. Would the project increase the use of existing
neighborhood and regional parks or other
recreational facilities such that substantial❑ ❑ ❑
physical deterioration of the facility would
occur or be accelerated?
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N. RECREATION
Potentially
Significant
Im act
P
65. Does the project include recreational facilities
or require the construction or expansion of
recreational facilities, which might have an[--]
adverse physical effect on the environment?
Less Than Less than
Significant Significant No
With Im act Impact
Mitigation p
❑ ❑
O. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC Potentially
Less Than
Less than
Significant
Would the project:
Significant
With
Significant
No
Impact
Im act
p
Mitigation
Im act
p
66.Cause an increase in traffic, which is
substantial in relation to the existing traffic
load and capacity of the street system (i.e.,
result in a substantial increase in either the❑
❑
❑
number of vehicle trips, the volume to
capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at
intersections)?
67. Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a
level of service standard established by the
❑
❑
County congestion management agency for
designated roads or highways?
68. Result in a change in traffic patterns,
including either an increase in traffic levels or
❑
❑
a change in location that results in substantial
safety risks?
69. Substantially increase hazards due to a
design feature (e.g., sharp curves or
❑
❑
dangerous intersections) or incompatible
uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
70. Result in inadequate emergency access? ❑
❑
❑
71. Result in inadequate parking capacity? ❑
❑
❑
72. Conflict with adopted policies, plans or
programs supporting alternative ❑
El
❑
transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle
racks)?
P. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Less Than
Potentially
Significant
Less than
No
Significant
With
Significant
Impact
Impact
Would the project: p
Mitigation
Impact
P
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Less Than
Potentially
Significant
Significant
Less than
Significant
N N o
Would the project: Impact
With
Mitigation
Impact
Impact
73. Exceed wastewater treatment requirements
of the applicable Regional Water Quality❑
❑
❑
Control Board?
74. Require or result in the construction of new
❑
❑
water or wastewater treatment facilities or
expansion of existing facilities, the❑
❑
❑
construction of which could cause significant
environmental effects?
75. Require or result in the construction of new
❑
❑
storm water drainage facilities or expansion
of existing facilities, the construction of which❑
❑
❑
could cause significant environmental
❑
❑
effects?
76. Have sufficient water supplies available to
serve the project from existing entitlements
❑
❑
and resources, or are new or expanded
entitlements needed?
77. Result in a determination by the wastewater
treatment provider, which serves or may
serve the project that it has adequate
❑
❑
capacity to serve the project's projected
demand in addition to the provider's existing
commitments?
78. Be served by a landfill with sufficient
permitted capacity to accommodate the❑
❑
❑
project's solid waste disposal needs?
79. Comply with federal, state, and local statutes
and regulations related to solid waste?
❑
❑
Q. MANDATORY FINDINGS
SIGNIFICANCE
OFPotentially Less c Than nt Less than No
Significant Significant
Im act With Im act Impact
p Mitigation p
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Q. MANDATORY FINDINGS OFPotentially L
Less Than Less t
SIGNIFICANCE Significant S
than
Impact M
With Impact
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The following is a discussion of the potential impacts associated with the approval of the
proposed project, as identified in the above Environmental Impact Evaluation Checklist.
Explanations are provided for each item below.
A. AESTHETICS. Would the project.
9) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista?
No Impact: The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed zoning ordinance text
amendment involves no physical development and separate site specific analysis will
be undertaken in association with future development projects Citywide. Therefore,
the project will have no impact to any scenic resources.
Mitigation Measures: None.
2)
No Impact: The proposed project is an amendment to the City's Municipal Code to
establish a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed project involves no
physical development and is not site specific. Therefore, the project will have no
impact to any scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings,
and historic buildings within a state scenic highway corridor.
Mitigation Measures: None.
3) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its
surroundings?
No Impact. Please refer to response A -1 & A -2 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
4)
No Impact. Please refer to response A -1 & A -2 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
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B. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES. In determining whether impacts to agricultural
resources are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the
California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997)
prepared by the California Department of Conservation as an optional model to
use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would the project:
5)
No Impact. The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed zoning ordinance text
amendment involves no physical development and separate site specific analysis will
be undertaken in association with future development projects Citywide. Therefore,
no relationship exists between the project and the conversion of farmland to urban
uses.
Mitigation Measures: None.
6) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use or a Williamson Act contract?
No Impact: The provisions of the Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance must be
consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the General Plan and conform to
all other applicable aspects of the City's Zoning Code. Therefore, no conflict will be
created with existing agricultural use policies or standards.
Mitigation Measures: None.
7)
No Impact: Refer to response B -5 and B -6 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
C. AIR QUALITY. Where available, the significance criteria established by the
applicable air quality management or air pollution control district may be relied
upon to make the following determinations. Would the project:
8) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan
No Impact: The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
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it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The project will not change existing land
uses contained within the City's General Plan or have any direct impacts on local air
quality. The proposed zoning ordinance text amendment involves no physical
development and separate site specific air quality analysis will be undertaken in
association with future development projects Citywide. Therefore, the project will
have no conflict or obstruct air quality plan implementation.
Mitigation Measures: None.
9)
No Impact. Refer to response C -8 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
10)
No Impact. Refer to response C -8 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
11) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations2
No Impact. Refer to response C -8 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
12) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people
No Impact. Refer to response C -8 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
D. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
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Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
No Impact. The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed text amendment involves
no physical development and a separate site specific environmental analysis,
including the analysis of biological resources, will be undertaken in association with
future development projects Citywide. Therefore, there will be no conflict between the
project and any adopted City, County, Regional, State or Federal policy, goal, or plan
pertaining to the preservation and/or conservation of biological resources in the City
of Lake Elsinore.
Mitigation Measures: None.
14)
No Impact: Refer to response D -13 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
15)
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No Impact: Refer to response D -13 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
16)
impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites?
No Impact: Refer response D -13 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
17) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources such as
a tree preservation policy or ordinance?
No Impact: Refer to response D -13 above.
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Mitigation Measures: None.
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conservation plan?
No Impact. Refer to response D -13 above.
Mitigation Measures: None
E. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project.
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No Impact: The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed text amendment involves
no physical development and a separate site specific environmental analysis,
including the analysis of cultural resources, will be undertaken in association with
future development projects Citywide. Likewise, the site specific project will be fully
evaluated for consistency with all pertinent cultural resource regulations in effect at
that time. Therefore and as such, the project would have no impact on cultural
resources.
Mitigation Measures: None.
20)
No Impact. Refer to response E -19 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
21) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique
geologic feature?
No Impact: Refer to response E -19 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
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22) Disturb any human remains including those interred outside of formal cemeteries?
No Impact. Refer to response E -19 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
F. GEOLOGY AND SOILS.
Would the project:
23) Expose People or structures to potential substantial adverse effects including the
risk of loss. injury. or death involving•
a.)
No Impact. The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and
replace it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order
to establish a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all
Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed text
amendment involves no physical development and a separate site specific
environmental analysis, including the analysis of geology and soils will be
undertaken in association with future development projects Citywide. All
necessary design provisions or setbacks will be incorporated into the project at
that time. Therefore, the proposed project would have no potential for geology or
soils related impacts.
Mitigation Measures: None.
b.) Strong seismic around shaking
No Impact: Refer to response F -23 (a) above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
c.) Seismic - related ground failure including liquefaction?
No Impact. Refer to response F -23 (a) above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
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d.) Landslides?
No Impact. Refer to response F -23 (a) above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
24) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil?
No Impact: Refer to response F -23 (a) above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
25)
No Impact. Refer to response F -23 (a) above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
26) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18 -1 -B of the Uniform Building
Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or property?
No Impact. Refer to response F -23 (a) above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
27) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative
waste water disposal system where sewers are not available for the disposal of
waste water?
No Impact: Refer to response F -23 (a) above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
G. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Would the project.
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No Impact. The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
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a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed text amendment involves
no physical development and in no way involves or affects the routine transport, use,
or disposal of hazardous materials. A site specific environmental analysis will be
undertaken for future development projects Citywide. The analysis will include the
evaluation of hazards and hazardous materials. Therefore, the project would have
no impacts.
Mitigation Measures: None.
29)
materials into the environment?
No Impact: Refer to response G -28 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
30)
No Impact. Refer to response G -28 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
31)
No Impact: Refer to response G -28 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
32)
proiect result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the proiect area
Impact. Refer to response G -28 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
33)
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No Impact. Refer to response G -28 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
34) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response
plan or emergency evacuation plan?
No Impact. Refer to response G -28 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
35)
residences are intermixed with wildlands?
No Impact. Refer to response G -28 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
H. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY. Would the project.
36) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements?
No Impact. The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish a
Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential, Commercial,
and Industrial Zoning Districts. The project would not change existing land uses
contained in the City's General Plan or have any direct impacts on hydrology or
water quality. The proposed text amendment involves no physical development and
a separate site specific hydrology and water quality analysis will be undertaken in
association with future developments Citywide. The proposed amendment would
have no affect on hydrology or water quality in the City of Lake Elsinore. Therefore
no impacts would occur.
Mitigation Measures: None.
37) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with
nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or
planned uses for which permits have been granted)?
No Impact. Refer to response H -36 above.
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Mitigation Measures: None.
38)
No Impact: Refer to response H -36 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
39) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or
planned storm water drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of
polluted runoff?
No Impact. Refer to response H -36 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
40) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality?
No Impact: Refer to response H -36 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
41) Place housing within a 100 -year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood
Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation
map?
No Impact: Refer to response H -36 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
42) Place within a 100 -year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect
flood flows?
No Impact: Refer to response H -36 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
43)
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siltation on- or off -site?
No Impact: Refer to response H -36 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
44) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow?
No Impact: Refer to response H -36 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the project:
45) Physically divide an established community?
No Impact: The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The project would not change existing
land uses or allowed densities in association with land use designations contained in
the City's General Plan or Zoning Ordinance. The text amendment does not involve
permanent or physical separation of the community. Therefore, the text amendment
would have no associated impacts.
Mitigation Measures: None
46) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with
jurisdiction over the proiect (including but not limited to the general plan specific
plan local coastal program or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding
or mitigating an environmental effect?
No Impact: The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. Therefore, the proposed text
amendment would have no impact to plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the
purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect.
Mitigation Measures: None.
47) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community,
conservation plan?
No Impact. The proposed text amendment must be consistent with all existing
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goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan including the associated Habitat
Conservation Plan. While no physical development is proposed with this text
amendment, future development projects will be subject to site specific
environmental analysis, which will include consistency analysis with any existing
regional habitat conservation plans. As such, no impacts would result from this text
amendment.
Mitigation Measures: None.
J. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
48) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to
the region and the residents of the state?
No Impact: The proposed text amendment involves no physical development and in
no way affects mineral resources. A site specific environmental analysis will be
undertaken for future development projects Citywide. The analysis will include the
evaluation of mineral resources; therefore, no alteration or loss of known mineral
resources would occur from this text amendment.
Mitigation Measures: None.
49) Result in the loss of availability of a locally important mineral resource recovery site
delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan?
No Impact. Refer to response J -48 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
K. NOISE. Would the project result in:
50) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards
established in the local general plan or noise ordinance or applicable standards of
other agencies?
No Impact. The proposed Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment will not expose
persons to the generation of excess noise levels, ground borne vibration, or increase
ambient noise in the City of Lake Elsinore. The amendment does not involve any
development that would impact noise levels in the City. The proposed amendment
does not alter any noise related regulations found in the Municipal Code or General
Plan and would not lead to a change in the generation of noise. Therefore, no impact
to noise levels would occur.
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Mitigation Measures: None.
51)
No Impact. Refer to response K -50 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
52) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above
levels existing without the proiect?
No Impact: Refer to response K -50 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
53) A substantial temporary or Periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project
vicinity above levels existing without the project?
No Impact. Refer to response K -50 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
54)
levels?
No Impact. Refer to response K -50 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
55) For a project within the vicinity of a Private airstrip, would the project expose people
residing or working in the proiect area to excessive noise levels?
No Impact. Refer to response K -50 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
L. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project.
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56)
No Impact: The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. The proposed zoning ordinance text
amendment would not induce substantial population growth in the City, either directly
or indirectly, nor would it cause the displacement of existing homes or residents.
Therefore, the proposed text amendment would have no significant impact on
population or housing.
Mitigation Measures: None.
57) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of
replacement housing elsewhere?
No Impact: Refer to response L -56 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
58) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of
replacement housing elsewhere?
No Impact: Refer to response L -56 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
M. PUBLIC SERVICES.
Would the proiect result in substantial adverse phvsical impacts associated with the
provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or
physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause
significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratio,
response times or other performance obiectives for any of the public service:
59) Fire protection?
No Impact: The proposed project is a regulatory adjustment and does not involve
any development. Therefore, the project will have no impact on the City public
services.
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Mitigation Measures: None
60) Police protection?
No Impact: Refer to response M -59 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
61) Schools?
No Impact. Refer to response M -59 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
62) Parks?
No Impact. The proposed text amendment to the City's Municipal Code will not
have an affect on the number of persons using public parks. Therefore, the proposed
text amendment would have no impact on parks.
Mitigation Measures: None.
63) Other Public Facilities?
No Impact: Refer to response M -59 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
N. RECREATION
64)
facility would occur or be accelerated?
No Impact: Refer to response M -59 and M -62 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
65) Does the proiect include recreational facilities or require the construction or
expansion of recreational facilities that might have an adverse effect on the
environment?
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No Impact. Refer to response M -59 and M -62 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
O. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC. Would the project.
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number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at
intersections)?
No Impact: The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. Therefore, the proposed text
amendment would have no impact to plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the
purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect. The project would not
require the construction of new roads nor induce additional use of public /private
roads. Therefore, the project would have no impact
Mitigation Measures: None.
67) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by
the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways?
No Impact. Refer to response 0 -66 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
68) Result in a change in traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a
change in location that results in substantial safety risks?
No Impact. Refer to response 0-66 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
69) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., sharp curves or
dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
No Impact. Refer to response 0 -66 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
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70) Result in inadequate emergency access?
No Impact. Refer to response 0-66 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
79) Result in inadequate parking capacity?
No Impact. Refer to response 0 -66 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
72) Conflict with adopted policies plans or programs supporting alternative
transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)?
No Impact. Refer to response 0-66 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
P. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project:
73) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality
Control Board?
No Impact. The project proposes to repeal Chapter 19.08 in its entirety and replace
it with a new Chapter 19.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code in order to establish
a Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to be applied to all Residential,
Commercial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. Therefore, no relationship exists
between the project and the environmental issue identified above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
74)
environmental effects?
No Impact: Refer to response P -73 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
75)
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environmental effects?
No Impact. Refer to response P -73 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
76) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing
entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed?
No Impact. Refer to response P -73 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
77)
demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments?
No Impact. Refer to response P -73 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
78)
No Impact. Refer to response P -73 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
79) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste?
No Impact. Refer to response P -73 above.
Mitigation Measures: None.
Q. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
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population to drop below self - sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or
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No Impact: The proposed text amendment involves regulatory changes to the
Municipal Code and no physical development activity that could affect biological
resources. Therefore, the proposed amendment will have no impact on any sensitive
plant, animal species, or habitat. Likewise, there will be no conflict with any adopted
City, county, regional, state or federal policies, goals, or plans pertaining to the
preservation and /or conservation of biological resources in the City of Lake Elsinore.
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No Impact. The proposed project involves a Municipal Code amendment with no
associated development activity and as such, there are no related or cumulative
projects to be considered.
82)
No Impact: The proposed project is a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment with no
associated physical environmental effects.
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REFERENCES FOR ENIVRONMENTAL EVALUATION
The following references were utilized during preparation of this Initial Study:
1) City of Lake Elsinore General Plan
2) City of Lake Elsinore Municipal Code
3) Draft Water Efficiency Landscaping Ordinance
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CITY OF
LADE JBIROKE
—�` DReA�ReMe.
Notice ofAvailability and
Intent to Adopt
An Initial Study /Negative Declaration
(In compliance with Section 15o72 of the Public
Resource Code)
Project Title: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04
Project Location: City -wide as appropriate
Project Location (City): City of Lake Elsinore Project Location (County): Riverside County
Description of Project: The City of Lake Elsinore (City) is proposing to repeal Chapter 19.08 (Water Efficient
Landscaping) of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) in its entirety and replace Chapter 19.08 with a
revised water efficient landscape ordinance. Clearance for the proposed applications is provided by Negative
Declaration 2008 -11, in conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Name of Lead Agency: City of Lake Elsinore, Community Development Department, Planning Division
Lead Agency Contact Person: Justin Carlson, Associate Planner
Telephone Number: (951) 674 -3124, ext 314
Address where document may be obtained: City of Lake Elsinore,
130 South Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Copies also available at the following libraries: Lake Elsinore Library
Public Review Period (20 days): Begins: October 13, 2009 Ends: November 2, 2009
Anyone interested in this matter is invited to comment on the document by written response or by
personal appearance at the hearing. For inquires please contact: Justin Carlson, Associate Planner (951)
674 -3124, ext 314
Signed: el Title: Associate Planner Date: 10 - , 3 -
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CITY OF
LAVE ( (JLSIRO
DREAM EXTREME.
Filed With: ❑ Office of Planning and Research ❑O
1400 Tenth Street, Room 121
Sacramento, CA 95814
Notice of Determination
Negative Declaration
(In compliance with Section 21108 or 21152
of the Public Resources Code)
County Clerk of Riverside County
2724 Gateway Drive
Riverside, CA 92507
Project Title: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2008 -04; a request to repeal Chapter 19.08 and add a new Chapter
19.08 regarding water efficient landscaping.
State Clearinghouse Number (if submitted to State Clearinghouse): n/a
Lead Agency Contact Person: Justin Carlson, Associate Planner Telephone Number: (951) 674 -3124 x 314
Project Location (include County): City -wide.
Project Description: The City of Lake Elsinore (City) is proposing to repeal Chapter 19.08 (Water Efficient Landscaping)
of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) in its entirety and replace Chapter 19.08 with a new water efficient
landscape ordinance.
Clearance for the proposed applications is provided by Negative Declaration 2008 -11, in conformance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
This is to advise that the Lake Elsinore City Council (Lead Agency) has approved the above project and has
made the following determinations regarding the above described project:
1. The project ❑will ® will not have a significant effect on the environment.
2. ❑An Environmental Impact Report was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
®A Negative Declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
3. The Negative Declaration and record of project approval may be examined at the City of Lake Elsinore, 130 South
Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
4. The City Council adopted the Negative Declaration on July 28, 2009.
5. Mitigation measures ❑ were ® were not made as a condition of the approval of the project.
6. A Statement of Overriding Considerations ❑ was ® was not adopted for this project.
Signed: Title: Acting Director of Community Development
Tom Weiner
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