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DATE:
TO:
FROM:
STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
December 17, 2013
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Christopher L. Foss, Assistant City Manager,
CITY CLERK
File #450 -30
SUBJECT: Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space. Planned Development Rezone
with a related Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan for a new public park (PLPA-
2013- 00044)
Prepared by Kristi Bascom, Principal Planner
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On December 3, 2013, the City Council approved a General Plan Amendment to facilitate the
future development of the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space on approximately 35 acres
of land north and south of Amador Valley Boulevard along the former Union Pacific railroad
right -of -way. An ordinance approving the rezoning of 12.13 acres to a Planned Development
Zoning District and approving the related Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan for the project was
also introduced. The City Council is considering adopting the ordinance at this meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The property has already been acquired by the City. It is envisioned the City and Zone 7 will
work in partnership to seek project funding and develop the future park in phases over time.
The City's primary funding source for development of the future park will be Public Facility Fees
collected in the area covered by the Downtown Specific Plan, and other in -fill development
outside of the area covered by the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan. The timing of the park
improvements is unknown at this time and will depend on future available funding.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council: 1) Waive the reading and adopt an Ordinance
amending the Zoning Map to Rezone 12.13 acres of former Union Pacific Railroad right -of -way
adjacent to the Iron Horse Regional Trail to a Planned Development Zoning District and
approving the related Stage1 and 2 Development Plan for the Iron Horse Nature park and Open
Space project.
Page 1 of 3 ITEM NO. 4.7
Submitted By
Director of Community Development
DESCRIPTION:
Background
Reviewed By
Assistant City Manager
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan outlines the City's standards for meeting the parks and
recreation facilities needs for Dublin residents at the build -out of the General Plan. Based on
the population projections, Staff believes that the City will have a citywide parkland deficit at
build -out of approximately 12 acres. Therefore, City Staff have been examining ways to acquire
additional parkland to continue to meet the standard of providing five acres of parkland for every
1,000 residents.
The City acquired two parcels of abandoned railroad right of way (ROW) from Union Pacific in
November to develop 12 -acres into a nature park and open space. The future park site is
located north and south of Amador Valley Boulevard, adjacent to the Iron Horse Regional Trail
and extends to the northern city limits and south to the Alamo Canal Trail. The proposed park
site is vacant and was formerly a Union Pacific railroad track. As such, it is approximately 5,900
feet in length with a width ranging from approximately 100 to 150 feet. The tracks were located
on a small berm in the approximate center of the site with embankments on either side leading
to small depressions. A railroad trestle remains on the site from the previous railroad use. The
site is bounded to the east by land owned by Alameda County, which has an easement for the
Kinder Morgan pipeline.
To the west of the proposed park site are several linear parcels of land owned by the Alameda
County Flood Control District/Zone 7 Water Agency (Zone 7). This property is occupied by
South San Ramon Creek, which is a flood control facility owned and operated by Zone 7, and
the Iron Horse Regional Trail, which is operated by the East Bay Regional Park District.
Surrounding land uses include single and multi - family residential dwellings and the City's
Stagecoach Park to the east, with residential uses and Dublin High School further to the west.
Residential uses lie to the north within San Ramon. Residential uses have been constructed
south of the proposed park site as well. The total size of the land owned by Zone 7 is 22.82
acres.
Parks and Community Services Staff prepared a Conceptual Park Master Plan with community
input for the 12 -acre park site contemplates the restoration of watershed areas that would
include the potential re- alignment of both South San Ramon Creek and the Iron Horse Trail to
allow a more natural meandering of both facilities through the proposed park site. The Park
Master Plan was approved by the City Council on October 1, 2013 along with the environmental
documentation for the project.
Although the property surrounding the creek is under ownership of Zone 7, the proposed creek
restoration is integral with the Conceptual Park Master Plan as it would expand the amount of
parkland available, beyond the 12 -acre Union Pacific parcel, through a partnership and
easement. The City has worked collaboratively with Zone 7 throughout the process of
developing the Conceptual Park Master Plan. Zone 7 is simultaneously completing a master
plan for restoration of the watershed, including the South San Ramon channel.
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The future park site is currently in an "Unclassified" Zoning District. In order to acquire the site
and utilize it as a public park, the site is proposed to be rezoned as a Planned Development
Zoning District. A Development Plan accompanies all properties with Planned Development
Zoning. The Development Plan provides greater detail on the project proposal and outlines the
specific proposed uses and development standards for the site. The Stage 1 and 2
Development Plan proposed for the site is detailed in the Planned Development Ordinance and
is described more fully in the December 3, 2013 City Council Staff Report (Attachment 1).
On December 3, 2013, the City Council approved Resolution 200 -13 amending the General
Plan for the project site. At the same meeting, the City Council introduced an Ordinance
rezoning 12.13 acres of former Union Pacific Railroad right -of -way adjacent to the Iron Horse
Regional Trail to a Planned Development Zoning District with a related Stage 1 and 2
Development Plan for the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project.
The City Council is being asked to waive the second reading and adopt the Ordinance
(Attachment 2).
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a Mitigated Negative Declaration
(MND) was prepared and circulated for public review from August 5, 2013 to September 4,
2013. On October 1, 2013, the City Council approved Resolution 166 -13, adopting the
Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the project.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS /PUBLIC OUTREACH:
A Public Notice was published in the Valley Times and posted at several locations throughout
the City. The Public Notice was provided to all persons who have expressed an interest in being
notified of meetings. The Staff Report for this meeting was also made available on the City's
website.
ATTACHMENTS: 1. December 3, 2013 City Council Staff Report (without attachments).
2. Ordinance amending the Zoning Map to Rezone 12.13 acres of
former Union Pacific Railroad right -of -way adjacent to the Iron Horse
Regional Trail to a Planned Development Zoning District and
approving the related Stage1 and 2 Development Plan for the Iron
Horse Nature park and Open Space project.
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DATE:
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FROM:
STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
December 3, 2013
CITY CLERK
File #420 - 30/450 -30
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Christopher L. Foss, Assistant City Manager' -
SUBJECT: Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space. General Plan Amendment and
Planned Development Rezoning with a related Stage 1 and 2 Development
Plan for a new public park. (PLPA- 2013 - 00044)
Prepared by Kristi Bascom, Principal Planner
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider a General Plan Amendment and Planned Development Rezone in
order to facilitate the future development of the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space on
approximately 35 acres of land north and south of Amador Valley Boulevard along the former
Union Pacific railroad right -of -way.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The property has already been acquired by the City. It is envisioned the City and Zone 7 will
work in partnership to seek project funding and develop the future park in phases over time.
The City's primary funding source for development of the future park will be Public Facility Fees
collected in the area covered by the Downtown Specific Plan, and other in -fill development
outside of the area covered by the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan. The timing of the park
improvements is unknown at this time and will depend on future available funding.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct the public hearing, deliberate, adopt
Resolution Approving a General Plan Amendment for the future Iron Horse Nature Park and
Open Space Project; and waive the reading and INTRODUCE an Ordinance amending the
Zoning Map to Rezone 12.13 acres of former Union Pacific Railroad right -of -way adjacent to the
Iron Horse Regional Trail to a Planned Development Zoning District and approving the related
Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan for the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project.
Submitted By
Director of Community Development
DESCRIPTION:
Reviewed By
Assistant City Manager
Page 1 of 10 ITEM NO. 6.2
Background
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan outlines the City's standards for meeting the parks and
recreation facilities needs for Dublin residents at the build -out of the General Plan. Based on
the population projections, Staff believes that the City will have a citywide parkland deficit at
build -out of approximately 12 acres. Therefore, City Staff have been examining ways to acquire
additional parkland to continue to meet the standard of providing five acres of parkland for every
1,000 residents.
The City Council entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement to acquire two parcels of
abandoned railroad right of way (ROW) from Union Pacific in order to develop 12 -acres into a
nature park and open space. Escrow closed on the property in early November, and the parcels
are now owned by the City. The future park site is located north and south of Amador Valley
Boulevard, adjacent to the Iron Horse Regional Trail and extends to the northern city limits and
south to the Alamo Canal Trail. The proposed park site is vacant and was formerly a Union
Pacific railroad track and, as such, is approximately 5,900 feet in length with a width ranging
from approximately 100 to 150 feet. The tracks were located on a small berm in the approximate
center of the site with embankments on either side leading to small depressions. A railroad
trestle remains on the site from the previous railroad use. The site is bounded to the east by
land owned by Alameda County, which has an easement for the Kinder Morgan pipeline.
To the west of the proposed park site are several linear parcels of land owned by the Alameda
County Flood Control District /Zone 7 Water Agency (Zone 7). This property is occupied by
South San Ramon Creek, which is a flood control facility owned and operated by Zone 7, and
the Iron Horse Regional Trail, which is operated by the East Bay Regional Park District.
Surrounding land uses include single and multi - family residential dwellings and the City's
Stagecoach Park to the east, with residential uses and Dublin High School to the west.
Residential uses lie to the north within San Ramon. Residential uses have been constructed
south of the proposed park site as well. The total size of the land owned by Zone 7 is 22.82
acres.
Parks and Community Services Staff have prepared a Conceptual Park Master Plan with
community input (Attachment 1) for the 12 -acre park site. The Master Plan contemplates the
restoration of watershed areas that would include the potential re- alignment of both South San
Ramon Creek and the Iron Horse Trail to allow a more natural meandering of both facilities
through the proposed park site. The Park Master Plan was approved by the City Council on
October 1, 2013 along with the environmental documentation for the project (Attachment 2).
Although the property surrounding the creek is under ownership of Zone 7, the proposed creek
restoration is integral with the Conceptual Park Master Plan as it would expand the amount of
parkland available, beyond the 12 -acre Union Pacific parcel, through a partnership and
easement. The City has worked collaboratively with Zone 7 throughout the process of
developing the Conceptual Park Master Plan. Zone 7 is simultaneously completing a master
plan for restoration of the watershed, including the South San Ramon channel.
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Figure 1: Proposed Project Area with Parcel Boundaries
Proposed Project
The City proposes to assign a Parks /Public Recreation General Plan land use designation to
12.13 acres that currently have no land use designation. Additionally, undesignated portions of
several parcels owned by Zone 7 Water Agency will be assigned an Open Space land use
designation. Portions of the Zone 7 parcels that have a land use designation of "Stream
Corridor' will remain. Rezoning to a Planned Development (PD) Zoning District is also
proposed for the future park site to ensure consistency between the amended General Plan and
site zoning. The General Plan Amendment and Rezone are being completed with the intent to
build a future public park as well as potentially realign the Iron Horse Regional Trail and South
San Ramon Creek. The future development of the linear park, potential South San Ramon
Creek realignment, and potential Iron Horse Regional Trail realignment will take place on a total
of approximately 35 acres of land (12 acres to be owned by the City of Dublin as a public park
and 23 acres owned by Zone 7 Water Agency that will continue to be used for the South San
Ramon channel and Iron Horse Regional Trail).
It is envisioned the City and Zone 7 would work in partnership to seek project funding and
develop the site in phases over time. The City's primary funding source for development of the
site would be Public Facility Fees collected in the area covered by the Downtown Specific Plan,
and other in -fill development outside of the area covered by the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan.
The timing of the improvements is unknown at this time and will depend on available funding.
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ANALYSIS:
The table below is a summary of the size, ownership, and General Plan /Zoning designations for
the subject parcels.
Table 1: Current and Proposed Zoning and General Plan land use designations by parcel
Parcel No.
Size
Owner
General Plan land use
Zoning
Current
Proposed
Current
Proposed
(acres)
941 - 2768 - 006 -02
12.13
Union
Undesignated
Parks /Public
Unclassified
Planned
Pacific
Recreation
Development
941 - 0190 - 001 -01
3.97
Zone 7
Undesignated and
Open Space and
No change proposed
Stream Corridor
Stream Corridor
941 - 0190 - 001 -05
8.83
Zone 7
Undesignated and
Open Space and
No change proposed
Stream Corridor
Stream Corridor
941 - 0191 - 095 -00
1.99
Zone 7
Undesignated and
Open Space and
No change proposed
Stream Corridor
Stream Corridor
941 - 0205 - 001 -12
4.31
Zone 7
Undesignated and
Open Space and
No change proposed
Stream Corridor
Stream Corridor
941 - 0205 - 001 -63
3.72
Zone 7
Undesignated and
Open Space and
No change proposed
(partial)
(est.)
Stream Corridor
Stream Corridor
Total acreage
34.95
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Figure 2: Parcel Boundaries (north of Amador Valley Boulevard)
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Figure 3: Parcel Boundaries (south of Amador Valley Boulevard)
General Plan Amendment:
Future Park Site
The future park site (parcel now owned by the City) is one of the few parcels in Dublin that does
not have a General Plan land use designation. When the General Plan was originally adopted
in 1985, the full length of the former railroad right of way from one end of the City to the other
was designated "Transportation Corridor," although no land use designation was ascribed.
Over time, General Plan Amendments were approved for residential projects on either side of
Dougherty Road along the former right of way, which eliminated the use of the corridor for
transportation purposes. Today, in order to acquire the site and utilize it as a public park, it
should be designated Parks /Public Recreation in the General Plan.
The Resolution approving a General Plan Amendment for the future Iron Horse Nature Park and
Open Space Project is included as Attachment 3 to this Staff Report.
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Zone 7 parcels
The parcels owned by Zone 7 that are part of the project area either have a General Plan land
use designation of Stream Corridor or have no General Plan land use designation. In order to
allow the potential realignment of South San Ramon Creek and the Iron Horse Regional Trail,
the portion of the parcels without a land use designation shall be designated Open Space. The
portion of the parcels that have the Stream Corridor land use designation shall remain as is. The
proposed General Plan land use designations of Open Space and Stream Corridor will be
consistent should the realignment of the two facilities take place.
Zoning:
Future Park Site
The future park site is currently in an "Unclassified" Zoning District. In order to utilize the site as
a public park, the site is proposed to be rezoned as a Planned Development Zoning District with
a Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan.
A Development Plan accompanies all properties with Planned Development Zoning. The
Development Plan provides greater detail on the project proposal and outlines the specific
proposed uses and development standards for the site.
The following section briefly describes each item of the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space
Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan.
1. Zoning. The Zoning for the subject property is PD- Planned Development (PLPA -2013-
00044).
2. Statement of Permitted Uses. The permitted uses include a public park, public open
space, stream corridor, and a regional multi -use trail.
3. Stage 1 and 2 Site Plan. The Conceptual Park Master Plan (serving as the Stage 1 and
2 Site Plan) is a schematic depiction of the location of the proposed uses on the site.
Minor adjustments and refinements to the Conceptual Park Master Plan are permitted
once the project moves forward to a final park design, site improvement plans, and
construction drawings, but the final design must be in substantial conformance with the
Stage 1 and 2 Site Plan.
4. Site area, proposed densities, and development regulations. The total site area for the
Planned Development Zoning District is 12.13 acres. Development of buildings that are
appropriate to a public park are allowed in accordance with the citywide Parks and
Recreation Master Plan and the Park Master Plan for this site.
5. Phasing Plan. The future 12.13 acre park site is expected to be graded, improved, and
constructed as a whole, but the proposed project is not currently in the five -year Capital
Improvement Program budget. Improvements completed on the Zone 7 parcels adjacent
to the future public park may be completed at a later date as funding permits.
6. Master Neighborhood Landscaping Plan. Not applicable.
7. Consistency with General Plan and any applicable Specific Plan. The proposed project is
consistent with the General Plan (as amended).
8. Inclusionary Zoning Regulations. The Inclusionary Zoning Regulations do not regulate
non - residential projects, so therefore this is not applicable.
9. Aerial Photo. An aerial photo is on file.
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10.Architectural Standards. Any future building shall be designed to be compatible with the
main use of the project area as a public park and shall be designed in accordance with
the Conceptual Park Master Plan for this site.
11. Preliminary Landscape Plan. Because this is a future park site, the Site Plan and
Preliminary Landscape Plan are the same exhibit.
Zone 7 parcels
The parcels owned by Zone 7 already have existing zoning designations that are not proposed
to change. The zoning for the Zone 7 parcels is residential — either R -1 (Single - Family
Residential) or R -M (Multi - Family Residential). It is very typical for parks, stream corridors, and
open space areas to have the same zoning as the surrounding properties, which is the case
with these, and those zoning districts permit the future potential realignment of the South San
Ramon Creek and Iron Horse Regional Trail.
The Draft Ordinance rezoning 12.13 acres of former Union Pacific Railroad right -of -way
adjacent to the Iron Horse Regional Trail to a Planned Development Zoning District and approve
the related Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan for the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space
Project is included as Attachment 4 to this Staff Report.
CONSISTENCY AND CONFORMITY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING
ORDINANCE
The proposed Planned Development Rezoning and related Stage 1 and 2 Development Plans
are consistent with the General Plan (as amended) and Zoning Ordinance in that the proposed
project will meet the City's goals of providing adequate parkland to serve Dublin residents.
In accordance with Government Code section 65402, when property is acquired for a public
purpose, the Planning Commission is required to report on whether the proposed public use is
in conformance with the City's General Plan. With the proposed amendments to the General
Plan land use designations for the subject parcels, the proposed use as a public park and open
space will be in conformance with the General Plan. A finding of General Plan conformance has
been included in the recommended Resolution for City Council consideration.
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW
On September 10, 2013, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposed General Plan
Amendment and Planned Development Rezoning. After some discussion on the matter, the
Planning Commission adopted the following resolutions-
1 . Resolution 13 -24: Recommending City Council Adoption of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for a General Plan
Amendment and Planned Development Rezone with a related Stage 1 and 2
Development Plan for the future Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project;
2. Resolution 13 -25: Recommending City Council Approval of a General Plan Amendment
for the future Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project; and
3. Resolution 13 -26: Recommending that the City Council adopt an Ordinance rezoning
12.13 acres of former Union Pacific Railroad right -of -way adjacent to the Iron Horse
Regional Trail to a Planned Development Zoning District and approve the related Stage 1
and 2 Development Plan for the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a Mitigated Negative Declaration
(MND) was prepared and circulated for public review from August 5, 2013 to September 4,
2013. Two comment letters were received during the public review period: one from resident
John Whitehead and one from the Dublin San Ramon Services District ( DSRSD).
The comment letter from DSRSD confirms the agency's support of the proposed project. The
comment letter from Mr. Whitehead identified several concerns about proposed park operations
and potential future uses at the site which are addressed in a written response. Minor staff -
initiated clarifications and modifications were also made to the MND that were noted in the
Response to Environmental Comments. The MND and responses together comprise the Final
MND.
On October 1, 2013, the City Council approved Resolution 166 -13, adopting the Mitigated
Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the project
(Attachment 2). At that meeting, the City Council also approved the Concept Park Master Plan
for the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS /PUBLIC OUTREACH:
In consideration of the site's location along an existing regional trail and residential corridor, the
public input process has been integral in the development of the preferred conceptual design.
Two public workshops were held to solicit input and discuss components of the Conceptual Park
Master Plan (Saturday, April 27, 2013 and Tuesday, June 11, 2013). The Parks and
Community Services Commission also held a public meeting on August 19, 2013. Notices were
sent out to all property owners and tenants within 500 feet of the future park site for all three
meetings in an effort to include as many community members as possible.
In accordance with State law, public notices were sent to property owners and tenants as
required by law when the Mitigated Negative Declaration was circulated for public review on
August 5, 2013. A public notice was mailed to all property owners and occupants as required
by law to advertise the project and the Planning Commission public hearing on September 10,
2013 and the City Council public hearing on October 1, 2013. A public notice for this meeting
was mailed to all property owners and occupants as required by law and was published in the
Valley Times and posted at several locations throughout the City.
In accordance with California Government Code Section 65352.3, the City requested a contact
list of local Native American tribes from the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) and
notified each tribal representative of the proposed project. As of the date of this Staff Report,
the City had not received any communications from tribal representatives requesting
consultation on the matter.
ATTACHMENTS: 1. Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Conceptual Park Master Plan
2. City Council Resolution 166 -13 (without attachments)
3. Resolution approving a General Plan Amendment for the future Iron
Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project
4. Ordinance amending the Zoning Map to Rezone 12.13 acres of former
Union Pacific Railroad right -of -way adjacent to the Iron Horse Regional
Trail to a Planned Development Zoning District and approving the
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related Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan for the Iron Horse Nature Park
and Open Space Project
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ORDINANCE NO. XX — 13
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
* * * * * * * * * * * * **
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO REZONE 12.13 ACRES OF FORMER UNION PACIFIC
RAILROAD RIGHT -OF -WAY ADJACENT TO THE IRON HORSE REGIONAL TRAIL TO A
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICT AND APPROVING THE RELATED STAGE 1
AND 2 DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE IRON HORSE NATURE PARK
AND OPEN SPACE PROJECT
APN 941 - 2768- 006 -02, PLPA- 2013 -00044
The Dublin City Council does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: Findings
A. Pursuant to Section 8.32.070 of the Dublin Municipal Code, the City Council finds as follows.
1. The Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project ( "the Project ") PD- Planned
Development zoning meets the purpose and intent of Chapter 8.32 in that it provides a
comprehensive development plan that creates a desirable use of land that is sensitive to
surrounding land uses by virtue of the layout and design of the site plan.
2. Development of the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project under the PD-
Planned Development zoning will be harmonious and compatible with existing and future
development in the surrounding area in that the site will provide new recreational and
open space opportunities for residents in the vicinity and will also help the City maintain
the established ratio of five acres of parkland for every 1,000 residents.
B. Pursuant to Sections 8.120.050.A and B of the Dublin Municipal Code, the City Council finds
as follows.
1. The PD- Planned Development zoning for the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space
Project will be harmonious and compatible with existing and potential development in the
surrounding area in that the Conceptual Park Master Plan has taken into account
sensitive adjacencies and will provide a wide range of amenities to the surrounding
neighborhoods.
2. The project site conditions were documented in the Initial Study /Mitigated Negative
Declaration and those site challenges that were identified can be designed around as
reflected in the adopted mitigation measures so as to not have them present an
impediment to utilization of the site for public purposes. There are no major physical or
topographic constraints and thus the site is physically suitable for the type and intensity of
the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project approved through the PD zoning.
3. The PD- Planned Development zoning will not adversely affect the health or safety of
persons residing or working in the vicinity, or be detrimental to the public health, safety
and welfare in that the project will comply with all applicable development regulations and
standards, the citywide Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and will implement all
adopted mitigation measures.
4. The PD- Planned Development zoning is consistent with and in conformance with the
Dublin General Plan, as amended, in that the proposed use as a future public park is
consistent with the Parks /Public Recreation land use designation for the site.
C. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the City Council adopted a Mitigated
Negative Declaration via Resolution 166 -13 on October 1, 2013, prior to approving the Project.
SECTION 2:
Pursuant to Chapter 8.32, Title 8 of the City of Dublin Municipal Code the City of Dublin Zoning
Map is amended to rezone the property described below to a Planned Development Zoning
District:
12.13 acres generally located both to the north and south of Amador Valley Boulevard
and the Dublin -San Ramon city limit line along the Iron Horse Trail and former Union
Pacific Railroad tracks. APN 941 - 2768- 006 -02.
( "the Property "). A map of the rezoning area is shown below:
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SECTION 3.
The regulations for the use, development, improvement, and maintenance of the Property are
set forth in the following Stage 1/2 Development Plan for the Project area, which is hereby
approved. Any amendments to the Stage 1/2 Development Plan shall be in accordance with
section 8.32.080 of the Dublin Municipal Code or its successors.
Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan for the Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project
This is a Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan pursuant to Chapter 8.32 of the Dublin Zoning
Ordinance. This Development Plan meets all the requirements for both a Stage 1 and Stage 2
Development Plan and is adopted as part of the PD- Planned Development rezoning for the Iron
Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project, PLPA- 2013 - 00044.
The PD- Planned Development District and this Stage 1/2 Development Plan provides flexibility
to encourage innovative development while ensuring that the goals, policies, and action
programs of the General Plan and provisions of Chapter 8.32 of the Zoning Ordinance are
satisfied.
1. Zoning. The Zoning for the subject property is PD- Planned Development (PLPA -2013-
00044).
2. Statement of Permitted Uses. The permitted uses include a public park with a mix of
low- intensity, passive recreation uses near existing residential areas with a few nodes of
more active uses at key locations, public open space, stream corridor, and a regional
multi -use trail.
3. Stage 1 and 2 Site Plan. The Conceptual Park Master Plan (serving as the Stage 1 and
2 Site Plan) is a schematic depiction of the location of the proposed uses on the site.
Minor adjustments and refinements to the Conceptual Park Master Plan are permitted
once the project moves forward to a final park design (Final Preferred Iron Horse Nature
Park and Open Space Master Plan), site improvement plans, and construction drawings,
but the final design must be in substantial conformance with the Stage 1 and 2 Site Plan.
4. Site area, proposed densities, and development regulations. The total site area for
the Planned Development Zoning District is 12.13 acres. Development of buildings that
are appropriate to a public park are allowed in accordance with the citywide Parks and
Recreation Master Plan and the Park Master Plan for this site.
5. Phasing Plan. The future 12.13 acre park site is expected to be graded, improved, and
constructed as a whole, but the proposed project is not currently in the five -year Capital
Improvement Program budget.
6. Master Neighborhood Landscaping Plan. Not applicable.
7. Consistency with General Plan and any applicable Specific Plan. The proposed
project is consistent with the General Plan (as amended).
8. Inclusionary Zoning Regulations. The Inclusionary Zoning Regulations do not regulate
non - residential projects, so therefore this is not applicable.
9. Aerial Photo. An aerial photo is on file.
10. Architectural Standards. Any future building shall be designed to be compatible with
the main use of the project area as a public park and shall be designed in accordance
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with the citywide Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the Conceptual Park Master
Plan for this site.
11. Development Standards. Any future development on the project site shall be designed
in accordance with the citywide Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the Conceptual
Park Master Plan for this site.
12. Preliminary Landscape Plan. Because this is a future park site, the Site Plan and
Preliminary Landscape Plan are the same exhibit.
13. Compliance with adopted Mitigation Measures. Development of the park shall comply
with all applicable action programs and mitigation measures of the Iron Horse Nature
Park and Open Space Project Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
SECTION 4.
The City Clerk of the City of Dublin shall cause this Ordinance to be posted in at least three (3)
public places in the City of Dublin in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code of
the State of California.
SECTION 5.
This ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days from and after its passage.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this day of
2013, by the following votes:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
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