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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAttachment 5 - Class 32 CEQA Exemption Checklist (1)PDG LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 2022-20 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2022-07 COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2022-10 UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM NO. 2023-05 CLASS 32 – IN-FILL DEVELOPMENT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION CHECKLIST Prepared By: CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 130 South Main Street Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 Applicant: ROBERT LEWIS Pacific Development Group II PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 2 of 22 One Corporate Plaza Newport Beach, CA 92660 Project Location North side of Dexter Street Between Allen Street and Crane Street APNs: 377-030-085, 377-030-086, 377-030-087, 377-030-088, 377-030-089, 377-030-090, 377-030-091, & 377-030-092 September 2023 A. BACKGROUND SURROUNDING LAND USES AND SETTING The project area consists of eight parcels along Dexter Avenue between Crane Street and Allen Street. (APNs: 377-030-085,377-030-086, 377-030-087, 377-030-088, 377-030- 089, 377-030-090, 377-030-091, & 377-030-092). The Project site is generally surrounded by commercial uses. The site is bordered by a surface parking lot to the northeast, Crane Street to the southeast; Dexter Avenue to the southwest, and Allan Street to the northwest. The location and boundaries of the project area are depicted in Figure 1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Project proposes a mixed-use development consisting of the following: 1) a one- story, 10,241-square foot commercial building, and b) a one-story, 3,887-square foot fast- food restaurant with drive-thru; refer to Exhibit 3: Site Plan. As noted above, the Project PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 3 of 22 site’s ingress and egress would be provided via three (3) driveways with two (2) located on Crane Street and one (1) located on Allan Street. The proposed fast-food restaurant would be located at the southern corner of the Project site with a drive-thru queue beginning next to the driveway on Allan Street. Approximately 19.2 percent (approximately 19,600 square feet) of the Project site area would be landscaped GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION: General Commercial (GC) ZONING: General Commercial (C-2) PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 4 of 22 Figure 1 – Aerial/Vicinity Map PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 5 of 22 PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 6 of 22 Figure 2 – Site Plan PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 7 of 22 INFORMATION DEMONSTRATING THAT THE PROJECT SATISFIES THE CONDITIONS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 15332 OF TITLE 14 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS: Criterion (a): Is the project consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations? The subject site has General Plan Land Use Designation of General Commercial (2) and is currently zoned General Commercial (C-2). The intent of the C-2 district is to reserve appropriate locations consistent with the general plan to accommodate a full range of retail stores, office, personal and business service establishments offering commodities and services scaled to meet the needs of the residents of the entire city. The establishment and operation of a Drive-Through Restaurant and Shell Commercial buildings are permitted pursuant to Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Section 17.124.020. Criterion (b): Is the proposed development located within the City limits on a site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses? The proposed development site is located within City limits and is approximately 2.29- acres in size. The subject property is substantially surrounded by commercial uses including an LA Fitness, Mobil Gas Station, and Restaurants. Criterion (c): Does the project site have no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species? The following review of the project site having value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species is based on the Western Riverside County – MSHCP Biological Resources Compliance Analysis for the 2.29-Acre PDG Lake Elsinore Mixed Use Project Site, City of Lake Elsinore, Western Riverside County, California dated October 20, 2022 prepared by Cadre Environmental for the project (included as Appendix A). The findings in the Biological Report are informed by an extensive literature review, compilation of existing documentation, and field reconnaissance conducted on October 6th, 2022. Of the total 2.29 acres to be disturbed as a result of project implementation, 2.01 acres of the PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 8 of 22 project are characterized as “Disturbed/Ruderal” and 0.28 acres are characterized as “Developed”. As part of the study, the project site was assessed for its value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species and was identified as having potential habitat. According to the Biological Report, no suitable habitat (riparian Scrub, forest or woodlands for the least Bell’s vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, or western yellow-billed cuckoo was documented within or adjacent to the project site, according to the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP), the project area is not located in a predetermined survey area and no additional surveys are required. Furthermore, the existing conditions documented within the Project Site including developed/ruderal habitat do not currently represent potential nesting habitat for common and/or MSHCP covered sensitive bird and raptor species. Potential direct and/or indirect impacts to regulated nesting birds is not expected to occur as a result of project initiation. The proposed action would not conflict with CDFG Codes Section 3503, 3503.5, and 3513. A preconstruction nesting bird surveys is not warranted. Additionally, the project is not located within an MSHCP Criteria Area, Cell Group, or Linkage area. Therefore, no habitat Evaluation and Acquisition Negotiation Strategy (HANS) or Joint Project Review (JPR) are required. Conclusion: The project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species. For additional information, refer to the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Biological Resources Compliance Analysis Report included as Appendix A to this report. Criterion (d): Would the project result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality? I. Traffic The following review of potential traffic impacts is based on the Vehicle Miles Traveled PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 9 of 22 (VMT) Memorandum prepared by Kimley-Horn dated June 14, 2023 (included as Appendix B) for the project. The purpose of the VMT Evaluation is to assess the potential effects of the project on the transportation system by estimating changes to vehicle miles traveled (VMT) per capita. A summary of the VMT Screening Report is provided below: The project is a local serving retail project proposing less than 50,000 square feet of building area The proposed 6,690 square feet of retail uses, 5,000 square feet of restaurant uses, and 3,860 square-foot fast-food restaurant with drive-through is less than 50,000 square feet and is not anticipated to lead to longer local trips, thus reducing or maintain regional VMT. As such, the project may be presumed to create a less-than-significant transportation impact and meet the Project Type Screening Criteria. Conclusion: The project would not significantly impact VMT per capita in accordance with the City’s adopted Traffic Impact Analysis guidelines. Therefore, the project is presumed to have less than significant VMT impacts because the project is considered local serving in nature. For additional information, refer to the VMT Memorandum included as Appendix B to this report. II. Noise The following review of potential noise impacts is based on the Acoustical Assessment prepared by Kimley-Horn dated February 2023 (included in Appendix C) for the project. Under Appendix G of the State CEQA Guidelines, any project would create significant noise impacts if the project would result in: Generation of a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the project in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies; PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 10 of 22 Generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels; or Expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels if the project is located within the vicinity of a private airstrip or 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 The purpose of the Noise Assessment is to assess the potential noise impacts resulting from project construction and operation and to evaluate whether the project would expose people to excessive noise levels. A summary of the Noise Assessment is provided below: Project construction would not exceed the City’s construction noise standards. Therefore, the project would not result in significant noise impacts from construction activities. Project operation would not exceed the City’s exterior noise standards. Therefore, the project would not result in significant noise impacts from operational activities. Conclusion: Project construction would result in temporary noise impacts from transportation of construction crews and equipment to and from the development site and construction activities such as operation of mobile and stationary construction equipment. However, any temporary increases in ambient noise levels caused by construction would not exceed the City’s mobile and stationary construction noise standards and would be required to comply with Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Standards. Therefore, impacts from construction noise would be less than significant. Project operation would result in ongoing noise generation caused by external speakers at the drive-through lane, outdoor eating area, parking noise and HVAC operations. However, project operation would not result in significant increase in ambient noise levels from project operational activities given the project setting and the proximity of the proposed development site to Interstate 15. No significant changes to ambient noise levels are expected as a result of existing ambient noise generated by vehicle traffic along the PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 11 of 22 highway. The noise levels caused by project operation would not exceed the City’s exterior noise standards. Therefore, impacts from operational noise would be less than significant. For additional information, refer to the Noise Assessment included as Appendix C to this report. III. Air Quality The following review of potential air quality impacts is based on the Air Quality Assessment prepared by Kimley-Horn dated January 2023 (included in Appendix D) for the project. Under Appendix G of the State CEQA Guidelines, any project would create significant impacts if a project would: Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan; 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; Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations; or Result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people The purpose of the Air Quality Assessment is to assess the potential air quality impacts resulting from project construction and operation and to evaluate project compliance with applicable criteria pollutant thresholds set by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). A summary of the Air Quality Assessment is provided below: Short-term emissions from project construction would fall below all applicable SCAQMD local and regional daily thresholds of significance. Therefore, air quality emissions from project construction, as well as cumulative impacts caused by project construction, are less than significant. Emissions of all criteria pollutants from project operation fall below applicable daily PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 12 of 22 thresholds of significance. Therefore, the project would neither conflict with plans, violate an air quality standard, nor contribute to an existing or projected violation, result in a cumulatively considerable increase in ozone or particulate matter emissions or expose receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations. Therefore, air quality emissions from project operation are less than significant. Conclusion: Project construction would result in emissions from equipment exhaust, fugitive dust, and architectural coatings. Both regional and localized construction emissions from project construction would fall below SCQAMD daily significance thresholds. Therefore, project construction would not result in significant regional or localized air quality impacts. Project operation would result in air quality impacts from increases in project trip generation, electricity consumption, area sources, and evaporative emissions. Regional and localized emissions from project operation would fall below SCQAMD daily significance thresholds. Therefore, project operation would not result in significant regional or localized air quality impacts. Moreover, the project does not have the potential to expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations, result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people, or conflict with or obstruct implementation of any air quality plan. In conclusion, the project would not result in any significant air quality impacts. For additional information, refer to the Air Quality Assessment included as Appendix D to this report. Greenhouse Gas Assessment The following review of potential construction and operational emissions is based on the Greenhouse Gas Assessment prepared by Kimley-Horn dated January 2023 (included in PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 13 of 22 Appendix E) for the project. Under Appendix G of the State CEQA Guidelines, any project would create significant impacts if a project would: Generate GHG emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment, based on any applicable threshold of significance; or Conflict with any applicable plan, policy or regulation of an agency adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of GHGs. The City of Lake Elsinore City Council Adopted the Lake Elsinore CAP on December 13, 2011. The CAP serves as the programmatic tiering document for purposes of CEQA analysis of GHG emissions within the City. Development projects that can demonstrate consistency with applicable emissions reduction measures included in the CAP would have less than significant impacts with regard to GHG emissions. Conclusion Short-Term Construction Greenhouse Gas Emissions The Project would result in the generation of approximately 270 MTCO2e over the course of construction. Construction GHG emissions are typically summed and amortized over the lifetime of the Project (assumed to be 30 years), then added to the operational emissions. The amortized Project construction emissions would be 9 MTCO2e per year. Once construction is complete, the generation of these GHG emissions would cease. Long-Term Operational Greenhouse Gas Emissions Operational or long-term emissions occur over the life of the Project. GHG emissions would result from direct emissions such as Project generated vehicular traffic, on-site combustion of natural gas, and operation of any landscaping equipment. Operational GHG emissions would also result from indirect sources, such as off-site generation of electrical power, the energy required to convey water to, and wastewater from the Project, PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 14 of 22 the emissions associated with solid waste generated from the Project, and any fugitive refrigerants from air conditioning or refrigerators. The project would generate approximately 1,434 MTCO2e annually from both construction and operations. The Project would be consistent with the Lake Elsinore CAP and impacts would be less than significant. The proposed Project would not interfere with SCAG’s ability to achieve the region’s post- 2020 mobile source GHG reduction targets. Additionally, Project emissions would be indirectly reduced through the implementation of various Scoping Plan measures, such as the low carbon fuel standard, vehicle emissions standards, building energy efficiency standards, market-based mechanisms (such as the cap-and-trade program) and the Renewable Portfolio Standard. Therefore, the Project would not conflict with the Scoping Plan’s recommended measures and, as such, would not impede implementation of the Scoping Plan. As such, impacts related to consistency with the Scoping Plan would be less than significant. Regarding goals for 2050 under Executive Order S-3-05, at this time it is not possible to quantify the emissions savings from future regulatory measures, as they have not yet been developed; nevertheless, it can be anticipated that operation of the Project would benefit from implementation of current and potential future regulations (e.g., improvements in vehicle emissions, SB 100/renewable electricity portfolio improvements, etc.) enacted to meet an 80 percent reduction below 1990 levels by 2050. The Project would not conflict with any applicable plan, policy, or regulation of an agency adopted for reducing the emissions of GHGs because the Project would generate low levels of GHGs, and would not impede implementation of the Scoping Plan, or conflict with the policies of the Scoping Plan or any other GHG reduction plan. Therefore, the impacts would be less than significant. For additional information, refer to the Greenhouse Gas Assessment included as Appendix PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 15 of 22 E to this report. IV. Water Quality The project area is located within the Lake Elsinore sub-watershed of the Santa Ana Watershed region of Riverside County. The Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board (SARWQCB) sets water quality standards for ground and surface waters within the region. Water quality standards are defined under the Clean Water Act to include both the beneficial uses of specific water bodies and the levels of water quality that must be met and maintained to protect those uses (i.e. water quality objectives). Project construction activities would include grading, excavation, installation of subsurface infrastructure, and other earthmoving activities which could potentially cause erosion that could degrade surface or ground water quality and/or violate water quality standards. Moreover, the use of heavy construction equipment could result in the accidental release of hazardous materials (e.g., oils, fuels, and other water quality pollutants) that could potentially affect surface and/or ground water quality. As required by the Clean Water Act, the project would comply with the Santa Ana Municipal Separate Storm Sewer (MS4) NPDES Permit. The NPDES MS4 Permit Program, which is administered in the project area by Riverside County and is issued by the SARWQCB, regulates storm water and urban runoff discharges from developments to natural and constructed storm drain systems in the City. Because the project would disturb one or more acres of soil, construction activities would be subject to the Construction General Permit (NPDES General Permit No. CAS000002, Waste Discharge Requirements, Order No. 2009-0009-DWQ, adopted September 2, 2009 and effective as of July 2, 2010) issued by the State Water Resources Control Board. The Construction General Permit requires implementation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for site clearing, grading, and disturbances such as stockpiling or excavation. The SWPPP would generally contain a site map showing the construction perimeter, proposed buildings, storm water PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 16 of 22 collection and discharge points, general pre- and post-construction topography, drainage patterns across the site, and adjacent roadways. The project area is currently undeveloped and contains approximately 83,634 square feet of impervious surfaces. Currently, on-site stormwater sheet flows from the northeast property corner westerly and discharges at the public curb and gutter on Dexter Avenue. Ultimately flowing southerly on Dexter Avenue towards the intersection of Dexter Avenue and Crane Street. The proposed development includes construction of one (1) restaurant building with a two- lane drive-through and one (1) shell commercial building with parking lot, driveway, landscaping with a total impervious surface area of approximately 83,634 square feet. Conclusion: A project-specific Preliminary Water Quality Management Plan dated July 12, 2022 (Revised June 5, 2023) has been prepared to address the increase in polluted runoff that would occur from the project by describing the site design, source control and treatment control Best Management Practices (BMPs) that will be implemented and maintained throughout the life of the project. The water quality management plan proposes that the onsite stormwater will be treated by a by a combination of four (4) proprietary Contech Modular Wetland Systems (MWS) at various points in the proposed underground storm drain system. Treated stormwater will discharge to two (2) underground detention systems for low and high flow attenuation. Attenuated flows will be discharged to the public curb and gutter on Crane Street via two (2) multi-stage sump pumps designed to discharge at pre-existing development HCOC and High-Flow storm events due to the lack of available storm drain infrastructure adjacent to the site. Traditional LID BMPs could not be used due to significant bioretention basin construction costs and since infiltration is not feasible for this site. Furthermore, the project is required to implement a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan which will include measures such as construction-phase best management practices PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 17 of 22 (BMPs) to protect against stormwater runoff. Through implementation of measures specified in both the WQMP and SWPPP, along with adhering to applicable regulations, the project would meet applicable water quality standards and discharge regulations. Therefore, the project would not otherwise substantially degrade surface or ground water quality, and any water quality impacts resulting from the project would be less than significant. For additional information, refer to the Water Quality Management Plan included as Appendix F to this report. Criterion (e): Can the Project site be adequately served by all required utilities and public services? Fire Protection: The project would be subject to City policies and ordinances relating to hazard mitigation and fire prevention. The project would be required to comply with applicable fire code requirements for construction and access to the site which will be reviewed by the City Fire Department to determine the project-specific fire requirements. Chapter 16.74 of the LEMC establishes a program for the adoption and administration of development impact fees by the City whereby as a condition to the issuance of a building permit or certificate of occupancy by the City, the property owner or land developer is required to pay development impact fees or provide other consideration to the City for the purpose of defraying the costs of public expenditures for capital improvements (and operational services to the extent allowed by law) which will benefit such new development. Section 16.74.049 includes a “fire facilities fee” to mitigate the additional burdens created by new development for City fire facilities. The project would incrementally increase demands for fire protection services associated with service calls, inspections, etc. The increase in demand for fire protection services is not anticipated to require the construction of new facilities or infrastructure. Therefore, any impacts related to fire protection resulting from the project would be less than significant. PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 18 of 22 Police Protection: Chapter 16.74 of the LEMC establishes a program for the adoption and administration of development impact fees by the City for the purpose of defraying the costs of public expenditures for capital improvements (and operational services to the extent allowed by law) which would benefit such new development. The project would participate in this development impact fee program to mitigate potential impacts to police protection resources. Additionally, the project would be required to comply with applicable law enforcement requirements and standards to ensure adequate law enforcement protection is available to serve the proposed development. Potential impacts would be considered incremental and can be offset through the payment of the development impact fee and compliance with regulatory requirements. The project would not result in substantial adverse physical impacts related to police protection. Therefore, the project would not significantly impact police protection resources or services. Schools: The proposed development is located within the Lake Elsinore Unified School District (LEUSD). The project would be required to pay school impact fees as levied by the LEUSD, which would provide funding for school facilities. The project does not propose new housing and therefore no increase in demand for LEUSD facilities and services would be created. Therefore, any potential impacts would be considered incremental and would be offset through the payment of the appropriate development impact fees for schools. Based on the above, the proposed project will not result in substantial adverse physical impacts related to schools. Any impacts would be less than significant. Parks: The project does not propose residential uses so it would not generate additional residents who would need park facilities or services. Therefore, a direct increase in park usage is not expected because of the project. New commercial development may cause incremental indirect impacts to park facilities from the occasional use of a park by employees. Section 16.34.060 of the LEMC requires that prior to the issuance of a building permit, the property owner or developer must pay fees for the purposes set forth in that PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 19 of 22 section. Section 16.34.060.D describes the City’s Park Capital Improvement Fund and describes that the City Council has the option to request dedication for park purposes or in lieu thereof, request that the property owner or developer pay a fee for the purpose of purchasing the land and developing and maintaining the City park system. The project would be required to pay park fees to the City for the purpose of establishing, improving, and maintaining park land within the City. Because the project does not propose new housing, any potential impacts would be considered incremental and would be offset through the payment of the appropriate park fees. Based on the above, the project would not result in substantial adverse physical impacts related to parks. Any impacts would be less than significant. Other Public Facilities: The City is a part of the Riverside County Library System. Section 16.34.060 of the LEMC requires that prior to the issuance of a building permit, the property owner or developer must pay fees for the purposes set forth in that section. Section 16.34.060.B establishes the City’s Library Mitigation Fee program and provides that an in-lieu fee for future construction of library improvements shall be paid to the City to ensure that the necessary library facilities are provided to the community. Since the project would not include new housing, potential impacts to library services would be less than significant. Chapter 16.74 of the LEMC establishes a program for the adoption and administration of development impact fees by the City for the purpose of defraying the costs of public expenditures for capital improvements (and operational services to the extent allowed by law) which would benefit such new development. Section 16.74.048 includes an “Animal shelter facilities fee” to mitigate the additional burdens created by new development for animal facilities. In addition, the property owner would be required to pay City Hall & Public Works fees, Community Center Fees, and Marina Facilities Fees prior to the issuance of building permits. Therefore, potential impacts associated with other public services and facilities would be less than significant. PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 20 of 22 Wastewater/Sewer: The proposed development is located within the wastewater/sewer service boundary of the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD). The proposed development would connect with the EVMWD wastewater/sewer system. Connections to local sewer mains will involve temporary and less than significant construction impacts that will occur in conjunction with other on-site improvements. In addition, the project will be required to pay sewer connection fees. Implementation of the project will not require, or result in, the construction of new wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects. Any impacts would be less than significant. Storm Water Drainage: On-site grading and drainage improvements proposed in conjunction with the proposed site work would be required to comply with provisions of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, including Waste Discharge Requirements (WDR), and the 2010 Santa Ana Municipal Separate Sewer Permit (MS4) Permit, as enforced by the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Board (SARWQCB). Pursuant to the City’s Municipal Code, all construction projects shall implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) to be specified in a submitted Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The project was required to submit a project- specific Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) in identifying post-construction BMPs that include drainage controls such as infiltration pits, detention ponds, bioswales, berms, rain gardens, and pervious pavement. Upon adherence to the approved WQMP, the project will not substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, nor will it require new or expanded off-site storm drain facilities the construction or relocation of which could cause significant environmental effects. Any impacts would be less than significant. Water Supplies: The proposed development is located within the water service boundary of the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD). The proposed development would connect to the EVMWD water supply system. Connections to local water mains will PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 21 of 22 involve temporary and less than significant construction impacts that will occur in conjunction with other on-site improvements. In addition, the project will be required to pay water connection fees and comply with water efficiency guidelines set by the City. Project implementation will not require, or result in, the construction of new water treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which would cause significant environmental effects. Given the relatively small scale of the proposed in-fill development, potential impacts are considered nominally incremental and would be less than significant. Solid Waste Disposal: All development within the City of Lake Elsinore is required to comply with applicable elements of AB 1327, Chapter 18 (California Solid Waste Reuse and Recycling Access Act of 1991), AB 939 (CalRecycle), and other local, state, and federal solid waste disposal standards. The California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 (AB 939) requires every city and county in the state to prepare a Source Reduction and Recycling Element (SRRE) to its Solid Waste Management Plan, that identifies how each jurisdiction will meet the mandatory state diversion goal of 50% by and after the year 2000. The purpose of AB 939 is to “reduce, recycle, and re-use solid waste generated in the state to the maximum extent feasible.” The project is required to comply with applicable elements of AB 1327, Chapter 18 (California Solid Waste Reuse and Recycling Access Act of 1991), AB 939, and other applicable local, state, and federal solid waste disposal standards as a matter of regulatory policy as standard condition of approval, thereby ensuring that the solid waste stream to the waste disposal facilities is reduced in accordance with existing regulations. Any impacts would be less than significant. Electricity, Natural Gas, Telephone, Television: The proposed development is in a developed, urban setting. The site and the surrounding properties are fully served by various utility service providers. There are no anticipated significant service or system upgrades required to serve the proposed development. Any increase in the demand for public utilities by the project would be less than significant. PDG Lake Elsinore Class 32 Categorical Exemption Checklist Page 22 of 22 DETERMINATION: I find that the answers given above are adequately supported by the information sources cited following each question and that the effects of the project are typical of those generated within that class of projects (i.e., Class 32 – Infill Development Projects) characterized as in-fill development meeting the conditions of Section 15332 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. The project will not cause a significant effect on the environment and is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents under the California Environmental Quality Act. Carlos Serna, Associate Planner Date Appendices: The following documents were used as information sources during preparation of this document. They are available for public review at the City of Lake Elsinore, Community Development Department, 130 South Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530, ph. (951) 674-3124. A)Western Riverside county Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP)Biological Resources Compliance Analysis prepared by CADRE Environmental (October 20, 2022) B)Vehicle Miles Traveled Memorandum prepared by Kimley Horn (June 14, 2023) C)Noise Assessment prepared by Kimley Horn (February 2023) D)Air Quality Assessment prepared by Kimley Horn (January 2023) E)Greenhouse Gas Emission Assessment prepared by Kimley Horn (January 2023) F)Preliminary Water Quality Management Plan prepared by Kimley Horn (Revised June 5, 2023)