HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCReso 98-35 PA98-013 Rec CC Starward NegDec/GPA/DDSPARESOLUTION NO. 98-35
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION,
MITIGATED MONITORING PROGRAM AND APPROVE A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND AN
AMENDMENT TO THE DOWNTOWN DUBLIN SPECIFIC PLAN FOR
PA 98-013 THE STARWARD DRIVE SITE
WHEREAS, the DeSilva Group Inc, the site property o~vner, has requested approval of a General Plan
Amendment from "the "Retail Commercial" to the "Medium Density Residential" land use category; a deletion of
the site from the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan, and approval to subdivide a 2.4 acre parcel for 31 single family
dwellings and related improvements on land generally located west of Starward Drive, east of San Ramon Road and
north of the Shamrock Shopping Center (APN 941-0173-005-02); and
WHEREAS, a completed application for each of the requested actions is available and on file in the Dublin
Planning Department; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and implementing Guidelines, an
Initial Study has been prepared to assess the proposed project. Based on the Initial Study, a Mitigated Negative
Declaration and Mitigated Monitoring Program has been prepared with the finding that with the implementation of
mitigation measures contained in the Initial Study, there will be no significant environmental impacts; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing on said application on August 11, 1998; and
WHEREAS, proper notice of said hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and
WHEREAS, a Staff Report was submitted to the Planing Commission recommending approval of the
proposed project subject to conditions of approval; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and use their independent judgment and considered all said
reports, recommendations and testimony hereinabove set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission does hereby make
the following findings and determinations regarding said Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigated Monitoring
Program:
1. The Starward Drive project application will not have a significant effect on the environment with the
application of identified mitigation measures, based on a review of the Initial Study and public testimony.
2. The Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigated Monitoring Program have been prepared in accordance
with State and local environmental laws and guideline regulations and reflects the independent judgment of
the City of Dublin.
3. The Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigated Monitoring Program are complete and adequate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Dublin Planning Commission does hereby make the
following findings and determinations with regard to the proposed General Plan Amendment:
1. The proposed Amendment is in the public interest and is consistent with the goals, policies and
implementing programs of the Dublin General Plan and all of the Elements comprising the General Plan.
2. The proposed Amendment is appropriate for the subject property in terms of land use compatibility, will
not overburden public services; and will provide a comprehensive plan for development of the site.
The proposed amendment will provide new housing opportunities for home buyers which would not be
available under the current General Plan Land Use designation of Office. This will further goals of the
Dublin Housing Element.
4. The Amendment will not have a substantial adverse effect on public health or safety, or be substantially
detrimental to the public welfare, to be injurious to property or public improvements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Dublin Planning Commission does hereby make
the following findings and determinations with regard to the proposed Downtown Specific Plan Amendment:
The proposed Amendment to remove the site from the Downtown Specific Plan Area will not be
detrimental to the Specific Plan and is consistent with the goals, purposes and objectives of the Downtown
Dublin Specific Plan by increasing the number of residents within close proximity of the downtown area.
This will increase patronage for existing and future businesses in Downtown Dublin.
The proposed development of Medium Density Residential will complement the Downtown Specific Plan
by decreasing the amount of vehicular traffic in the area and increasing pedestrian and bicycle traffic to the
downtown area by providing higher density housing in close proximity to the downtown area.
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The proposed Amendment to the Specific Plan is in the public interest and will not have a substantial
adverse effect on the public health or safety, or be substantially detrimental to the public welfare, or be
injurious to property or public improvements.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planing Commission does hereby
recommend City Council approval of the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigated Monitoring
Program, attached as Attachment 2 and 3 to the Staff Report for PA 98-013 and Amendment to the
Dublin General Plan, changing the land use designation on the Starward Drive site from "Retail
Commercial" to "Medium Density Residential," and deleting the Starward Drive site from the
Downtown Dublin Specific Plan for PA 98-013, Starward Drive Residential Project.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1 lth day of August, 1998.
AYES:
Cm. Johnson, Hughes, Musser, and Oravetz
NOES:
ABSENT: Cm. Jennings
ATTEST:
Community Development Director
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