02-02-1993 - Transportation Demand Management Ordinance/Land Use Analysis Program (Amendment #254)City of West Covina
Memorandum
To City Council
City Manager AGENDA
FROM Planning Department
ITEM NO. A-i
SUBJECT: TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT DATE 2 / 2 / 9 3
ORDINANCE/LAND USE ANALYSIS PROGRAM
(AMENDMENT NO. 254)
SUMMARY: In response to the statutory requirements of the Los
Angeles County Congestion Management Program (CMP), this
amendment would establish provisions, development
standards and guidelines for a. Transportation Demand
Management Ordinance and a Land Use Analysis Program.
BACKGROUND
The Congestion Management Program (CMP) is a new countywide program
enacted by the State to improve traffic congestion in California's
thirty-two urbanized areas. The requirements for the CMP became
effective in June of 1990 when the voters of California voted to
approve Proposition ill. Proposition 111 provided for a nine cent
increase in the State gas tax over a five year period. These new
gas tax funds are then distributed to each city on a per capita
basis for capital improvement purposes.
This regional approach came at a time when both public concern and
the State Legislation noted that heavy urban congestion, lasting
many hours daily, was impacting the economic vitality of the State
and diminishing the quality of life in many communities. The CMP
is of particular significance to the Los Angeles County. Although
the county is at the heart of the Southern California regional
economy, and one of the largest in the world, it is also the auto
capital of the world with one of the largest freeway and roadway
systems.
Among the effects of this enormous scale of economic activity are
serious problems with traffic.congestion and air quality. The Los
Angeles County area is known as the area with the worst air quality
in the nation. This scenario is only exacerbated when considering
it is the automobile which is responsible. for 80% of the area's air
pollution, and the population for the area is projected to increase
by 40% in the next 20 years (as projected by SCAG). Without
effective controls on traffic congestion, the Los Angeles area will
be unable to achieve State and Federal air quality standards.
Residents in the region will endure a continuing threat to public
health, and the economy will face increasingly severe federal
sanctions.
The CMP requires that cities control increased traffic and air
pollution due to new development before receiving their share of
1990's Proposition 111 statewide gas tax funds. Local
jurisdictions are specifically involved in the CMP process through
the adoption and implementation of a trip reduction and travel
demand management (TDM) ordinance and a land use analysis program
(LUAP).
On November 24, 1992, the Planning Commission conducted a study
session to review and comment on the CMP and statutory requirements
of the TDM ordinance and Land Use Analysis Program, and adopted
Resolution No. 11-92-4119, initiating Amendment No. 254. On
January 12, 1993, the Planning Commission again reviewed the
guidelines, development standards and programs under the proposed
amendment. At that meeting, the Planning Commission unanimously
adopted (with comments) Resolution No. 1-93-4132 recommending that
the City .Council adopt Amendment No. 254.
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Land Use Analysis Program
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The nature of the questions and comments received from the
Commissioners at the study session and public hearing .dealt
primarily with implementation, procedures, and additional burden on
staff. In preparation of this project, staff consulted with the
City Attorney, the Building and Safety Department, the Engineering
Department, and collaborated with the LACTC Congestion Management
team.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ANALYSIS
In accordance with statute, local jurisdictions have certain roles
and responsibilities to help address countywide congestion in order
to receive their share of local gas tax revenues. Local
responsibilities include:
1. Conduct annual traffic counts and calculate levels of service
for selected arterial intersections on the CMP system.
2. Adopt and implement a trip reduction and travel demand
management ordinance.
3.. Adopt and implement a program to analyze the impacts of local
land use decisions on the regional transportation system.
4. Submit a Checklist to LACTC self -certifying conformance with
the CMP.
West Covina is already familiar with the first statutory
requirement, as the first annual congestion level survey,
completed last spring, rated congestion at three intersections on
Azusa Avenue from A (free flow) to F (near -gridlock). The annual
survey deadline is June 15th of each year. The three (3)
intersections are:
AM PEAK PM PEAK
HOURS HOURS
Azusa Avenue/Amar Road Los E Los F
Azusa Avenue/Cameron Avenue Los B Los C
Azusa Avenue/Workman Avenue Los B Los C
* peak hours are defined as: 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM
Both the second and third statutory requirements have an adoption
deadline date of April 1, 1993. The TDM Ordinance, based on
LACTC's model, establishes minimum levels of trip reduction
strategies for new non-residential development of more than 25,000
square feet. Simply, the primary goal of TDM is to encourage
alternatives to driving alone. Cities will now require developers
to include such facilities as transportation information areas,
bicycle parking and vanpool loading zones in larger projects.
The Land Use Analysis Program requires cities to look at how
developments will affect congestion - beyond city borders, as well
as locally - during the Environmental Impact Report process. The
intent behind this program is to provide a common countywide tool
of measurement when individual cities are assessing the impact of
new development on the CMP system.
The fourth requirement, self -certification, involves completion of
a Conformance Checklist submitted to LACTC on August 1st of each
year. The completion of the Checklist, and approval of the
Checklist by the City Council at a public hearing, will be the
primary mechanism for determining the jurisdiction's adherence to
CMP responsibilities.
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The purpose of Amendment No. 254 is to provide for and establish
provisions, development standards and guidelines for a TDM
Ordinance and a Land Use Analysis Program within the West Covina
Municipal Code. During the code amendment process it became
evident that certain modifications to other development review
documents were necessary for consistency and cross referencing
purposes. These documents are, City Council Resolution No. 8648.-
implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 "Design Standards for Off -
Street Parking Facilities. Furthermore, preparation and adoption
of a new development review resolution was proposed for the Land
Use Analysis Program.
Economic development, congestion management, air pollution and
energy consumption are regional problems. While each new State
mandate represents an incremental burden on staff resources and
time, generally the requirements of the TDM development standards
are "good planning techniques." The City's existing application ,
review process for a new development already requires review by
various City Departments of the project's parking lot layout. This
review ensures public health and safety compliance with pertinent
engineering design standards, handicapped parking requirements, and
zoning code requirements.
Moreover, both the TDM Ordinance and the Land Use Analysis Program
guidelines emphasize the importance of the transit system to new
developments. While West Covina routinely performs transit
consultation, the TDM Ordinance and Land Use Analysis Program
formalizes the transit review requirement during the Notice of
Preparation (NOP) process.
FISCAL IMPACT
Through the self -certification process, LACTC will annually review
the performance of local jurisdictions to verify that they are
conforming to CMP requirements. After notice and a correction
period (12 months), LACTC must report to the state controller those
agencies which are not complying. The state controller will then
withhold their gas tax funds.
Consistency with CMP requirements will also affect a city's
eligibility for additional state and federal transportation funds
for capital improvement projects. State programming statutes
require capital improvement projects competing for State Flexible
Congestion Relief (FCR) funds be included in the CMP, and that
projects competing for Traffic System Management (TSM) funds be
consistent with the CMP. Under the federal Intermodal Surface
Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) of 1991, no funds shall be
programmed for a project in a jurisdiction that has been found to
be in non-conformance with the respective county CMP.
CONCLUSION
The County of Los Angeles and every city within the County is
required by State law to adopt and implement. a Transportation
Demand Management (TDM) ordinance and a Land Use Analysis Program
as an important element of the Congestion Management Program.
Strategies such as TDM and the transportation impact analysis
program are an important part of SCAG'S Regional Mobility Plan and
AQMD's Air Quality Management Plan.
The overall goal of Amendment No. 25
requirement by adopting the LACTC's
incorporating the Transportation Impact
the zoning code and CEQA Resolution.
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4 is to satisfy the CMP
model TDM ordinance and
Analysis guidelines into
Minor amendments are also
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considered necessary to the City's parking standards in order to
comply with the new TDM development standards. Local jurisdictions
must adopt and implement a TDM Ordinance and Land Use Analysis
Program by April 1; 1993.
Because of its complexity, development of the CMP has been and will
continue to be an evolutionary process. The Model TDM Ordinance is
intended to be an initial effort to meet the CMP TDM requirements
only. The LACTC is working. closely with both SCAG and AQMD in
developing Phase II of the TDM Program to be adopted in the CMP
update scheduled for late 1993. Phase II of the TDM Program will
incorporate the transportation control measures as contained in the
Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP).
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Adopt a Resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE . DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT PREPARED FOR AMENDMENT NO. 254, REVISIONS
TO CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 8648, REVISIONS TO PLANNING
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2513, AND A PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION FOR A LAND USE ANALYSIS PROGRAM.
Introduce an Ordinance entitled:
2. Introduce an Ordinance entitled:
3.
4.
A RESOLUTION
CALIFORNIA,
PROCEDURES TO
ACT.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CALIFORNIA,. AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS
MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 26 (ZONING), TO
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
DEMAND MANAGEMENT (TDM) ORDINANCE AND
PROGRAM (LUAP) (AMENDMENT NO. 254).
Adopt a Resolution entitled:
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COUNCIL OF THE
RESOLUTION NO.
THE CALIFORNIA
OF THE CITY
REPEALING
IMPLEMENT
Receive and file:
CITY OF WEST COVINA,
OF THE WEST COVINA
ESTABLISH PROVISIONS,
FOR A TRANSPORTATION
A LAND USE ANALYSIS
CITY OF WEST COVINA,
8648 AND ADOPTING
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
A REVISION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2513 "DESIGN
STANDARDS FOR OFF-STREET PARKING FACILITIES", AND A NEW
PLANNING COMMISSION -RESOLUTION FOR A LAND USE ANALYSIS
PROGRAM.
Heather Warren
I.Planner
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J ey W. Collier
P n ing Director
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO BE HELD BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF WEST COVINA
Applicant: City of West Covina
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public
hearing will be held to consider (1)
I AMENDMENT NO. 254; (2) REVISIONS TO
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION
NO. 2513; (3) REVISIONS TO CITY
COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 8648; (4) and
ADOPT A PLANNING COMMISSION
.RESOLUTION 'FOR A LAND ;USE
ANALYSIS PROGRAM.
The City of WestCovina is initiating an
amendment, in response to the requirements
of the Los Angeles County Congestion
Management Program. (CMP); to the ,West
Covina Municipal. Code, Chapter 26 (Zoning),
to:. establish - provisions, "development
standards and guidelines for a Transportation
Demand Management Ordinance (TDM) and a
Land Use Analysis Program (LUAP). In;turn,.
this amendment necessitates certain
modifications to other development review
- documents referenced' by the city, namely:
City council Resolution -No. 8648 -
implementing the California Environmental
Quality:'.Act (CEQA), _,and Planning
Commission. Resolution.No. 2513 "Design
Standards for Off -Street' Parking Facilities".
In addition, a .new development review
document - Planning Commission Resolution
Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines -
will be adopted. This new resolution serves to
satisfy the Land Use Analysis Program
requirement of the CMP.'
A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT has been
prepared indicating that the proposed project
could not have a significant effect on the
environment. A copy of the Negative
Declaration of Environmental Impact is on
file in the Planning Department and Regional
Library for examination. Members of the
public are invited to the public hearing and to
make verbal presentations at the public
hearing.
The hearing.will be conducted at 7:30.p.m.'
Tuesday, February 2, 1993, in the City Hall
Council Chambers, 1444 West Garvey Avenue,
West Covina, California. All persons
interested in providing testimony either in
favor of or in opposition to proposed
amendment, will be given an opportunity to
address Council. More information may be
obtained through the Planning Department at
City Hall, phone number is (818) 814-8422.
Only through citizen participation can your
government build a better city.
Janet Berry
City Clerk
Dted this 14th day of January, 1993
Publish: January 24, 1993
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT
January 12, 1993
(1) AMENDMENT NO. 254: (2) ADOPTION OF A PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION FOR A LAND USE ANALYSIS PROGRAM; (3) REVISIONS TO CITY
COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 8648: AND (4) REVISIONS TO PLANNING
RESOLUTION NO. 2513.
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
APPLICANT: City of West Covina
LOCATION: City of West Covina, City Wide
I. DESCRIPTION OF APPLICATION
Amendment No. 254 is a city initiated amendment, in response
to the statutory requirements of the Los Angeles County
Congestion Management Program, to certain sections of the West
Covina Municipal Code, Chapter 26 (Zoning), to establish
provisions, development standards and guidelines for a
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Ordinance and a Land
Use Analysis Program. In turn, this amendment necessitates
certain modifications to other development review documents
referenced by the City, namely, City Council Resolution No.
8648 - implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), and Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 "Design
Standards forJOff-Street Parking Facilities". In addition, a
new development review document for a Land Use Analysis
Program is proposed.
II. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt resolu-
tions recommending that the City Council adopt Amendment No.
254, recommending that the City Council approve certain
changes to City Council Resolution No. 8648 (CEQA) as proposed
by staff, adopt a resolution amending Planning Commission
Resolution No. 2513 (Design Standards for Off -Street Parking
Facilities), and adopt a Planning Commission Resolution for a
Land Use Analysis Program, and certify the .Negative
Declaration of Environmental Impact therefor.
III. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
Based upon an initial study prepared for the project, it was
determined that the proposed code amendment, changes to
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513, update to City
Council Resolution No. 8648, and the creation of a Planning
Commission Resolution for a Land Use Analysis Program, in and
of itself, could not have a significant adverse impact upon
the environment. Furthermore, any future projects resulting
from the implementation of the code amendment would be subject
to subsequent environmental review in accordance with CEQA.
A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has therefore
been prepared and is proposed for this project.
IV. BACKGROUND
The first Congestion Management Program (CMP) for the Los
Angeles County area was adopted on November 18, 1992, by the
Los Angeles County Transportation Commission (LACTC). The CMP
is linked to the State gas tax increase approved by California
voters with the passage of Proposition 111 in 1990. The CMP
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requires that cities address increased traffic and air •
pollution due to new development before receiving their share
of 19901's Proposition 111 statewide gas tax funds. The
purpose of the CMP is to address regional transportation needs
by linking transportation, land use and air quality decisions
in a comprehensive manner.
This regional approach came at a time when both State
Legislature and public concern noted that urban congestion,
lasting many hours daily, was impacting the economic vitality
of the State, causing tons of pollutants to be released into
the air and millions of dollars of added costs to the motoring
public. Furthermore, without effective controls on traffic
congestion, the Los Angeles area will be unable to achieve
State and Federal air quality standards. Residents in the
region will endure a continuing threat to public health, and
the economy will face increasingly severe federal sanctions.
The CMP is of particular significance to the Los Angeles
County. Although the county is at the heart of the Southern
California regional economy, and one of the largest in the
world, it is also the auto capital of world with one of the •
largest freeway and road systems. However, Los Angeles is
also known as the city with the worst air quality in the
nation, the worst highway congestion and slowest average
freeway rush hour speeds. This scenario is only exacerbated
when considering auto emissions are responsible for over 80%
of the area's carbon monoxide pollution, and the population is
projected to increase by 40% in the next 20 years (SCAG,
AQMD).
In accordance with statute, local jurisdictions have certain
roles and responsibilities to help address countywide
congestion in order to receive their share of local gas tax
revenues. Local responsibilities include:
1. Conduct annual traffic counts and calculate levels of
service for selected arterial intersections on the CMP
system.
2. Adopt and implement a trip reduction and travel demand
management ordinance.
3. Adopt and implement a program to analyze the impacts of- •
local land use decisions on the regional transportation
system (i.e., CMP system).
4. Submit a checklist to LACTC self -certifying conformance
with the CMP.
In December 1991, the LACTC approved the final Los Angeles
County CMP roadway system. This system encompasses
approximately 1,000 miles of roadways including freeways,
state highways and principal arterials (Attachment A).
Statute requires establishment of level of service (LOS)
standards to measure congestion on the system. Further, the
level of service standards can be set no lower than LOS E, or
not degrade any further if it's already at Level "F".
Attachments B and C illustrate LOS designations.
West Covina is already familiar" - with the first statutory
requirement, as the first traffic counts were submitted in
time to meet the June 1992 deadline. This information was
used to establish the base -year Levels of Service (LOS) for
the CMP system. •
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The second statutory requirement requires each local
jurisdiction to adopt a Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
Ordinance, to reduce the number of .vehicles on the road, by
April 1, 1993. In order to ensure each local jurisdiction
meets this requirement, and at the same time be found in
conformance with the CMP, the LACTC developed a model TDM
Ordinance. Moreover, this ordinance complements existing TDM
efforts by the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(AQMD), such a Regulation XV.
The third statutory requirement requires each local juris-
diction to adopt a Land Use Analysis Program, to analyze the
impacts of new development on the CMP system, also by April 1,
1993. The specific components of this sort of trip generation
analysis are included in the 1992 CMP and is called Transpor-
tation Impact Analysis (TIA) guidelines. The intent behind
these guidelines is to provide a common countywide tool of
measurement when individual cities are assessing the impacts
of new development on the CMP system.
The fourth requirement of the 1992 CMP requires each local
• jurisdiction to submit a checklist to LACTC self -certifying
their conformance with the CMP, by August 1, 1993. Provided
in the 1992 CMP, the checklist shall be accompanied by a City
Council Resolution approving the transmittal of the checklist,
which verifies the city's compliance with the aforementioned
CMP requirements.
An important aside, is the statutory requirement for local
adoption of a Deficiency Plan process. Over' the next year,
LACTC must develop a countywide approach for addressing
deficiencies when LOS standards cannot be maintained on the
CMP system. LACTC is currently conducting a Countywide
Congestion Study due to be completed in the spring of 1993.
Local jurisdictions will only be responsible for meeting the
deficiency plan responsibilities after LACTC adopts the
deficiency plan procedures to be incorporated into the 1993
CMP update (scheduled for November 1993). After that, the CMP
will be updated every two years.
On November 24, 1992, the Planning Commission conducted a
study session to review the proposed transportation demand
• management ordinance and land use analysis program, and
adopted Resolution No. 11-92-4119, initiating Amendment No.
254. Three Commissioners were present, and two were absent.
Questions and comments were received regarding the following:
• Is a vanpool necessary for a 50,000 warehouse with only a
couple of employees?
• Does the-TDM apply to existing developments?
The comments are addressed in the following discussion under
Project Description.
Amendment No. 254 is now before the Planning Commission for
formal action (Exhibit 1). In turn, this amendment has
necessitated certain modifications to other development review
documents namely, City Council Resolution No. 8648 - CEQA, and
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 "Design Standards for
Off -Street Parking Facilities. Furthermore, preparation and
adoption of a new development review resolution is required
for a land use analysis program. In preparation of this
project, staff consulted with the City Attorney, the Building
• and Safety Department, the Engineering Department, and
collaborated with the LACTC Congestion Management team.
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V. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ANALYSIS
The purpose of Amendment No. 254 is to provide for and
establish provisions, development standards and guidelines for
a TDM ordinance and Land Use Analysis Program within the West
Covina Municipal Code. In determining the appropriate method
by which to incorporate the above state mandated ordinance and
program, staff is proposing a five -step approach.
First, the newly established Article XIV, Supplemental
Planning Requirements, will be expanded to include the model
TDM ordinance and establish the authority for a Land Use
Analysis Program. The purpose of this new article is to house
regionally based mandates that focus on issues that do not
necessarily conform to city boundaries. Second, since the TDM
ordinance contains design standards that affect the number and
location of employee parking spaces, existing provisions for
employee parking already in place in the zoning code will be
amended to cross reference the TDM requirements. Third, the
City's design standards for off-street parking, as contained
in Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513, will be amended to
reflect certain TDM requirements. Fourth, City Council
Resolution No. 8648 - implementing CEQA, will be amended to •
reflect a new requirement of the land use analysis program.
Fifth and finally, staff is recommending that the Planning
Commission adopt a resolution containing the TIA guidelines
necessary to implement the land use analysis program.
1) Article XIV
Economic development, congestion management, air pollution and
energy consumption are regional problems. In response to the
emergence of a number of new regional plans, a new Article was
recently established in the West Covina Zoning Code. Entitled
"Supplemental Planning Requirements", staff is proposing to
add a new and second Division entitled "Transportation and Air
Quality Procedures", which will contain the TDM ordinance and
authority for the land use analysis program.
TDM Ordinance: State CMP statute requires that all local
jurisdictions adopt and implement a TDM ordinance to encourage
carpooling, vanpooling, transit ridership and non -motorized
transportation. LACTC's model ordinance was developed with
extensive local jurisdiction and private sector participation, •
to identify minimum standards for meeting CMP requirements.
The CMP model TDM ordinance is considered the first phase in
future TDM strategies and consist of two components: .
development standards and transit review
The development standards have been fondly coined "TDM-
friendly" design standards which focus on designing facilities
for new development that encourage use of travel modes other
than driving alone. Depending upon the size of the building,
the standards include features such as preferential parking
for carpools or vanpools, racks or lockers for bicycles, easy
pedestrian access, and transit improvements. These design
standards are as follows:
(1) Nev Non -Residential Development of 25,000 square feet or
more must provide:
A Transportation Information Area: The information
may consist of a bulletin board, display case or
kiosk displaying transportation information. The •
types of information that must be included are
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• transit route maps, bicycle route maps, information
numbers for local transit operators and the
regional ridesharing agency, as well as a list of
alternative transportation amenities at the site.
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(2) New Non -Residential Development of 50,000 square feet or
more must provide the above item plus the following
facilities:
• Preferential Parking for Carpools and Vanpools: No
less than 10% of all employee parking shall be set
aside for carpools and vanpools. The preferential
parking spaces must be provided upon request. An
employee parking calculation methodology is
provided in the definition section of the model
ordinance.
• Access for Vanpool Vehicles in Parking Areas:
Vanpool parking areas must be designed to admit
vanpool vehicles. A minimum vertical interior
clearance of 7'2" shall be provided for those
spaces and accessways to be used by such vehicles.
Adequate turning radii and parking space dimensions
shall also be included in vanpool parking areas.
Compliance with this minimum vertical clearance
standard is not intended to relieve the duty or
obligation that may be imposed with any require-
ments or provisions of the Americans with
Disabilities Act or Title 24, State of California
Energy/ Insulation Regulations and Handicapped
Persons Standards.
Bicycle Parking Facilities: Bicycle parking
facilities may include bicycle racks, bicycle
lockers or locked storage rooms.
(3) New Non -Residential Development of 100,000 square feet or
more must provide the above items and the following
facilities:
• Carpool and Vanpool. Loading Zone: A safe and
convenient area for carpool and vanpool passengers
to wait for, board, and disembark from their
ridesharing arrangement.
• Direct Access for Pedestrians: A pedestrian system
which allows direct and convenient access to the
development.
• Bus Stop Improvements: If appropriate,
improvements must be made to bus stop areas of bus
routes impacted by the proposed development.
Consultation with local bus service. providers shall
be required.
• Direct Access to Bicycle Parking from Street: Safe
and convenient access to development bicycle
parking from the external street system for bicycle
riders.
In response to the two questions posed at the study session:
Is a vanpool space necessary for a 50,000 warehouse
with only a couple of employees?
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• Does the TDM apply to existing developments? •
First, it is the West Covina Zoning Code that determines the
amount of off-street parking required for nonresidential
zones. In some instances the code also calls out how much
employee parking is required. The TDM ordinance only
specifies what percentage of employee parking shall be
designated for "potential" carpool/vanpool vehicles and be
located as close as practical to the employee entrance.
In the case of a warehouse, Section 26-582 (o) of the existing
code requires one parking space per two (2) employees or one
parking space per 500 square feet of gross floor area,
whichever is greater. Therefore, in accordance with the code,
a new 50,000 square foot warehouse development would be
required to provide a minimum of 100 parking spaces. The TDM
ordinance would then require that 10% (or 10) of those spaces,
be identified on the site.plan application as reserved for
"potential" carpool and vanpool vehicles. Employees would
then be made aware of the availability of these spaces through
another TDM standard which requires a transportation display
information board containing a description of the method for •
obtaining such spaces.
In those instances where the zoning code does not stipulate
the number of required employee parking spaces (e.g.,
restaurants, medical offices), the TDM ordinance provides an
employee parking calculation based on the type of use in the
definition section:
Percentage of Total Required
Tyne of Use Parking Devoted to Employees
commercial 30%
Office/Professional 85%
Industrial/Manufacturing 90%
The TDM ordinance responds to the second question concerning
applicability to existing development. The TDM design
standards apply only to all new non-residential developments.
The ordinance also will not apply to projects for which a
development application is deemed "complete" by the City, •
projects for which a Notice of Preparation for a Draft EIR has
been circulated, or projects for which an application for a
building permit has been received prior to the effective date
of this Ordinance. Staff is targeting for an effective date
of March 17, 1993, well in advance of the statutory deadline
of April 1, 1993.
The second component of the TDM ordinance addresses the
importance of the transit system by requiring the transit
operators be incorporated into the development process. This
has been facilitated through linking communication between the
transit operator and the local jurisdiction through the
existing CEQA process. Specifically, all development projects
for which an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be
prepared must consult with affected transit operators through
the NOP process. In this manner, transit concerns can be
addressed without lengthening or interrupting the City's land
use review process.
Along with the NOP will be attached a "Transit Impact Review
Worksheet" which is used to assess transit impacts that may
result from the proposed project. The TDM ordinance will
reference the worksheet as contained in the 1992 CMP or the
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• newly proposed, Planning Commission Resolution for the land use
analysis program (discussion of latter to follow).
Land Use Analysis Program: Article XIV, Division 2 will also
contain a new section which will establish the authority for
the City's land use analysis program. This section will cite
the purpose and applicability of the program in accordance
with statutory requirements. The method for implementing this
program will be through a new Planning Commission Resolution
containing the specific components and guidelines as
established by LACTC in the 1992 CMP. This new resolution
will function similar to other documents currently utilized in
the City's development review process (i.e., City Council CEQA
Resolution and Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 -
Design Standards for Off -Street Parking Facilities).
2) Modifications to existing off-street barking standards.
Amendment No. 254 proposes amending Article X. Nonresidential
Zones which contains standards for the provisions of off-
street parking for commercial, office and industrial zones.
IsSince the TDM ordinance contains design standards that affect
the number and location of- employee parking, the existing off-
street parking standards will be amended to cross reference
the TDM ordinance in Article XIV.
As previously discussed, it is the West Covina Zoning Code
that determines the amount of off-street parking required for
nonresidential zones. In a few instances the code also
specifies how much employee parking is required. The TDM
ordinance only specifies what percentage of employee parking
shall be designated for potential carpool/vanpool vehicles, of
which shall be given "preferential parking." Where the
existing code does not stipulate the amount of employee
parking, the requirement shall default to the TDM calculation
as contained in Article XIV. The following text revision is
an example of such cross referencing:
Sec. 26-582. Non-residential zones except PAR.
The following off-street parking spaces shall be provided in
nonresidential zones except PAR. Any employee parking area
shall comply with the definitions and standards outlined in
article XIV, division 2 of this chapter.
3) Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513
Planning Resolution No. 2513 is a reference document utilized
by the Planning Department, Building and Safety Department,
Engineering Department and the development community when
preparing and/or reviewing off-street parking arrangements on
a development site plan. Originally adopted on February 25,
1974, Amendment No. 118 amended the Municipal Code to permit
the changing of parking design standards by Resolution of the
Planning Commission. This action was taken in order to allow
the Planning Commission to make adjustments in a rapid fashion
to meet the change in design and demands of the auto industry.
Planning Commission Resolution 2513 contains technical
information such as turning geometrics, stall size (width &
depth) requirements for standard and compact stalls,
handicapped stalls, aisle widths and parking angles for public
parking areas. In addition, peripheral elements of the
parking facility such as specifications for lighting,
maintenance, ramps and driveways is provided.
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The TDM ordinance contains a design standard which affects •
clearance standards for vanpool accessibility when located
within a parking structure. Therefore, it is necessary to
amend Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 to reflect the
statutory clearance requirement. In addition, two other items
are proposed to be updated at this time: Compact stalls and
Handicapped stalls.
First, this Resolution regulates the percentage of parking
stalls in a parking facility that are permitted to be reduced
to compact stall size. This percentage is based upon industry
and market information on the number of standard -to -compact
vehicle size mix. The most recent data available indicates a
vehicle mix of approximately 45% Compact to 55% Standard size
vehicles. This mix has been fairly stable over the last few
years and is not likely to return to higher levels of standard
size vehicles.
Currently, Resolution No. 2513 uses a sliding scale which'
allows 5$-35$ of parking areas up to 1,000 spaces to be
allocated to compact stall sizes. Staff believes this scale
does not reflect the current vehicle mix on the road today. •
Therefore, staff is proposing to amend this scale to permit a
flat rate of 35% of all parking spaces (in excess of 20
spaces) - up to 1,000 stalls - to be reduced to compact size.
For regional type parking facilities containing more than 1000
spaces, the present 40% - 45% rates should be maintained.
Another area to be updated is the handicapped stall or
"Accessible Parking" requirements as required by the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. This Act establishes
important new criteria regarding the required minimum number
of accessible spaces and the location or placement of these
spaces. At the suggestion of LACTC, staff consulted with the
City Attorney in drafting language to coordinate the interior
clearance requirements for CMP vanpools with ADA interior
clearance standards.
4) City Council Resolution No. 8648
City Council Resolution No. 8648 adopts the State CEQA
guidelines, to implement the general provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and tailors these
provisions to the specific operations of the City of West
Covina. The new TDM ordinance requires consultation with
transit operators when a new development project requires and
EIR. Therefore, a minor amendment to Section 8. Procedures
for the Preparation of EIR's, of the CEQA Resolution will
address the new stipulated transit operator review require-
ment. The modification will also include the requirement for
a "Transit Impact Review Worksheet" to accompany the Notice of
Preparation (NOP) of the EIR to the transit operator.
5) Planning Commission Resolution for a Land Use Analysis
Program
As noted earlier, Article XIV will be amended with a new
Division 2, to establish the authority for the City's land use
analysis program. When making land use decisions, the CMP
requires local jurisdictions to consider the impact of new
development on the CMP highway system. LACTC has established
Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) guidelines to provide a
common countywide measure for assessing these regional
impacts. The TIA assessment is required only for projects
needing an Environmental Impact Report (EIR). This approach
coordinates the CMP requirement for a land use analysis
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program with
Quality Act
requirements.
.requirements of the California Environ-mental
(CEQA), thereby minimizing additional analysis
The method by which local jurisdictions incorporate and
implement the land use analysis program is left to the
discretion of the jurisdiction. Suggested methods have
included adoption of a related resolution or ordinance, or
adoption of CEQA guidelines.
Staff is proposing implementation through a new Planning
Commission Resolution which would contain the TIA guidelines
established by LACTC. Since the TIA assessment is only
required for those projects needing an EIR, such guidelines
function best as an additional reference document rather than
incorporated into the Zoning Code text. This approach also
facilitates ease of future modifications and amendments to the
countywide guideline analysis. This is particularly relevant
as the CMP is a new and evolving program which may be amended
from time to time, to meet congestion and air quality goals.
• CMP Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA)
The objective of this analysis is provide a consistent
countywide methodology when individual cities are evaluating
the traffic impacts of a new development on the CMP system.
The analysis will provide "before and after" data for
determining how many additional trips a project will
contribute to existing congestion on the CMP system.
The importance of establishing a consistent set of guidelines
becomes clear when considering the TIA is conducted within a
"study area" that may.extend beyond a local jurisdictions
boundaries. The study area is defined by the TIA as the
following minimum geographic area:
• All CMP arterial monitoring intersections, including
freeway on- or off -ramps, where the proposed project will
add 50 or more trips during either AM or PM weekday peak
hours.
• Mainline freeway monitoring locations where the project
• will add 150 or more trips, in either direction, during
either AM or PM weekday peak hours.
* peak hours are defined as: 7-9 AM and 4-6.PM
Within West Covina city limits the CMP monitored locations
are:
intersections: Azusa Avenue/Amar Road
Azusa Avenue/Cameron Avenue
Azusa Avenue/Workman Avenue
on- and off -ramps: Azusa Avenue/I-10 freeway
freeway: I-10 freeway west of Pacific Avenue and
east of Grand Avenue
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Theoretically, the additional trips generated by a new project
could affect monitoring locations outside West Covina city
boundaries, and therefore, would be included in the TIA "study
area." The closest monitoring intersections located in
adjacent cities include:
Covina Azusa .Avenue/Arrow Hwy
La Puente Azusa Avenue/Main Street
By establishing a consistent methodology for examining
regional impacts, the CMP land use analysis program should
enhance the level of dialogue between jurisdictions, and aid
a local jurisdiction in determining when mitigation is
necessary, and what mitigation strategies are most
appropriate.
Criteria for Determining a Significant Impact
For the purpose of the TIA, a significant project impact
occurs when the proposed project causes a CMP facility to
degrade to LOS F, or increases traffic demand within LOS F, by
2% of capacity or more. This is particularly significant for
the Azusa Avenue and Amar Road intersection, as the 1992 base
year LOS levels rate this intersection as tied for the third
worst intersection in all of the Los Angeles County area.
Mitigation Measures
If a project has been determined to cause a significant
impact, the project EIR must investigate measures which will
mitigate significant CMP system impacts as identified in the
TIA. Importantly, such mitigation measures must also consider
significant impacts of the proposed development on the CMP
system located in neighboring jurisdictions.
Identification and discussion of recommended mitigation
measures will be required of the project EIR. CMP statute
also requires the EIR develop cost estimates, including fair
share costs to mitigate impacts, and indicate the responsible
agency. The determination of whether or not to assess any
mitigating costs and the selection of the final. mitigation
measures will remain at the discretion of the city. Once a
mitigation program is selected the city self -monitors
implementation through the existing mitigation monitoring
requirements of CEQA.
VI. CONCLUSION
The Congestion Management Program (CMP) focuses on highways,
transit, transportation demand management, land use, and
capital programs to relieve regional congestion. Los Angeles
County's first CMP was adopted November 1992. Every city
within the County is required by CMP statute to adopt and
implement a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) ordinance
and a Land Use Analysis Program as an important element of the
CMP. Strategies such as TDM and the transportation impact
analysis Program (LUAP) are an important part of other
regional plans such as the Regional Mobility Plan and the Air
Quality Management Plan.
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isThe overall goal of Amendment No. 254, modifications to
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 and City Council
Resolution 8648, and the adoption of a new land use analysis
resolution, is to satisfy the CMP requirement by adopting
LACTC's model TDM ordinance and incorporating the land use
analysis program into the zoning code and appropriate
development review documents. Local jurisdictions must adopt
and implement the TDM Ordinance and Land Use Analysis Program
by April 1, 1993.
Because of its complexity, development of the CMP has been and
will continue to be an evolutionary process. The Model TDM
Ordinance is intended to be an initial effort to meet the CMP
TDM requirements only. LACTC is working closely with both
SLAG and AQMD in developing Phase II of the TDM Program to be
adopted in the CMP update scheduled for late 1993. Phase II
of the TDM Program will be much more stringent, with emphasis
toward implementing transportation control measures as
contained in the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP).-
• This also holds true for the TIA guidelines for the Land Use
Analysis Program. After completion the Countywide Congestion
Study scheduled for spring 1993, LACTC will commence with
developing the guidelines for a Deficiency Plan to be adopted
in the CMP update scheduled for late 1993. Local
jurisdictions will be required to adopt these guidelines in
order to fulfill the Land Use Analysis Program Element of the
County's CMP.
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VII. RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve and
adopt resolutions recommending that the City Council adopt
Amendment No. 254, recommending that the City Council approve
certain changes to City Council Resolution No. 8648 (CEQA) as
proposed by staff, adopt a resolution amending Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2513 (Design. Standards for Off -
Street Parking Facilities), and adopt a Planning Commission
Resolution for a Land Use Analysis Program, and certi the
Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact therefor
REVIEWED AND APPROVED
Jeffery W. Collier
Planning Director
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Free traffic flow, low volumes
and densities. Little or no
restriction on maneuverability
or speed.
Stable traffic flow, speed be- 50 None Good
coming slightly restricted. Low
restriction on maneuverability.
Stable traffic flow, but less 45 Minimal Adequate
freedom to select speed,
change lanes, or pass.
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Approaching unstable flow. 40 Minimal Adequate
Speeds tolerable but subject to
sudden and considerable
variation. Less maneuverability
and driver comfort.
Unstable traffic flow with rapidly 35 Significant Poor
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comfort.
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SERVICE (VIC) RATIO OPERATING CONDITIONS
A 0.00 - 0.60 At level of service A there are no cycles which are fully
loaded, and few are even close to loaded. No approach
phase is fully utilized by traffic and no vehicle waits
longer than one red indication. Typically the approach
appears quite open, turning movements are easily made,
and nearly all drivers find freedom of operation.
B > 0.60 - 0.70 Level of service B represents stable operation. An
occasional approach phase is fully utilized and a
substantial number are approaching full use. Many
drivers begin to feel somewhat restricted within platoons
of vehicles.
C > 0.70 - 0.80 In level of service C stable operation continues. Full
signal cycle loading is still intermittent, but more
frequent. Occasionally drivers may have to wait through
more than one red signal indication, and back-ups may
develop behind turning vehicles.
D > 0.80 - 0.90 Level of service D encompasses a zone of increasing
restriction approaching instability. Delays to approaching
vehicles may be substantial during short peaks within the
peak period, but enough cycles with lower demand occur
to permit periodic clearance of developing queues, thus
preventing excessive back-ups.
E > 0.90 - 1.00 Level of service E represents the most vehicles that any
particular intersection approach can accommodate. At
capacity (V/C = 1.00) there may be long queues of
vehicles waiting upstream of the intersection and delays
may be great (up to several signal cycles).
F > 1.00 Level of service F represents jammed conditions. Back-
ups from locations downstream or on the cross street
may restrict or prevent movement of vehicles out of the
approach under consideration; hence, volumes carried are
not predictable. V/C values are highly variable, because
full utilization of the approach may be prevented by
outside conditions.
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Case Number: (1) Amendment No. 254; (2) Revisions to Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2513; (3) Revisions to
• City Council Resolution No. 8648; (4) and
establishing a Planning Commission Resolution for a
Land Use Analysis Program.
•
Project Description:
The proposed project is a City initiated amendment, in response to
the requirements of the Los Angeles County Congestion Management
Program (CMP), to the West Covina Municipal Code, Chapter 26
(Zoning), to establish provisions, development standards and
guidelines for a Transportation Demand Management Ordinance (TDM)
and a Land Use Analysis Program (LUAP). In turn, this amendment
necessitates certain modifications to other development review
documents referenced by the City, namely: City Council Resolution
No. 8648 - implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), and Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 "Design
Standards for Off -Street Parking Facilities". In addition, a new
development review document - Planning Commission Resolution
Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines - will be established.
This new resolution serves to satisfy the Land Use Analysis Program
requirement of the CMP.
Project Location and Sponsor:
City of West Covina - City wide
West Covina
Mitigation Measures: (if any, to avoid potentially significant
effects):
See attached Initial Study.
Findings: This project will not have a significant effect on
the environment.
This project will not have, neither individually
nor cumulatively, an adverse impact upon fish and
wildlife resources.
Reason for finding of no significant effect:
The proposed project is an amendment to certain sections of the
zoning code, that will establish provisions, development standards
and guidelines for a Transportation Demand Management Ordinance
(TDM) and a Land Use Analysis Program (LUAP). In addition, certain
modifications to City Council Resolution No. 8648 - implementing
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2513 "Design Standards for Off -Street
Parking Facilities", are necessitated. The code amendment in and
of itself will not result in any physical development which may or
may not have an immediate effect upon the environment. Any future
projects which result from implementation of this code amendment
will be subject to standards likely to mitigate increased trip
generation, while enhancing mobility on the regional transportation
system.
Furthermore, individual development projects will be subject to
subsequent environmental review in accordance with CEQA. Project
specific mitigation* may be identified, as needed to mitigate
significant project impacts, as part of any necessary subsequent
environmental review.
Review Period: December 23, 1992 through January 12, 1992
Contact Person: Heather Warren
(818) 814-8422
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT INITIAL STUDY
(To be completed by Lead Agency)
A. BACKGROUND
1. Lead Agency: City of West Covina
2. Date Prepared: December 20, 1992
3. Project Title: Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
Ordinance/Land Use Analysis Program
Case No.: (1) Amendment No. 254; (2) Revisions to
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513;
(3) Revisions to City Council Resolution
No. 8648; (4) and establishing a Planning
Commission Resolution for a Land Use
Analysis Program.
4. Name of Project Sponsor: City of West Covina
Address: 1444 W. Garvey Avenue
West Covina, CA 91793
• Telephone: (818) 814-8422
Project Coordinator: Heather Warren
5. Project Description: (Describe nature of the project,
type of anticipated facilities, size of the project)
The proposed project is a city initiated amendment, in
response to the requirements of the Los Angeles County
Congestion Management Program (CMP), to the West Covina
Municipal Code, Chapter 26 (Zoning), to establish
provisions, development standards and guidelines for a
Transportation Demand Management Ordinance (TDM) and a
Land Use Analysis Program (LUAP). In turn, this
amendment necessitates certain modifications to other
development review documents referenced by the city,
namely: City Council Resolution No. 8648 - implementing
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 "Design Standards
for Off -Street Parking Facilities". In addition, a new
development review document - Planning Commission
• Resolution. Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines --
will be established. This new resolution serves to
satisfy the Land Use Analysis Program requirement of the
CMP.
This project provides a TDM ordinance which focuses on
reducing peak period traffic by attracting solo drivers
to carpools or transit (See Attachment B). This
ordinance was developed by the Los Angeles County
Transportation Commission (LACTC) for the purpose of
helping local jurisdictions meet the minimum requirements
of the CMP. This model ordinance ensures that the design
of new, non-residential buildings encourages the use of
transit and ridesharing. The model ordinance was
analyzed in the CMP Draft Environmental Impact Report
(EIR) and local jurisdictions are able to reference the
CMP EIR during the local environmental review process.
This project also proposes a Land Use Analysis Program to
analyze the impacts of land use decisions on the regional
transportation system through the environmental review
• process in accordance with CEQA (See Attachment C). All
development projects required to prepare an EIR based on
local determination are subject to the Land Use Analysis
Program and shall incorporate into the EIR a CMP
Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA): If a project is
determined to cause a significant effect, the TIA must
investigate and include alternative measures which will
mitigate the impact, estimate the cost of the mitigation,
and indicate the proportion of total mitigation costs
which is attributable to the project. The proposed TIA
guidelines will be referenced in a new Planning
Commission Resolution
6. Project Location: (Indicate address and/or legal •
description, including county, and attach location
map)
All new non-residential development within West Covina
city limits which exceed 25,000 square feet and/or all
development projects required to prepare an Environmental
Impact Report (EIR).
7. Environmental Setting: (Describe the site as it exists
prior to the project)
West Covina was incorporated in 1923. It consists of 17
square miles and is located within the East San Gabriel
Valley approximately 12 miles east of downtown Los
Angeles along the San Bernardino (I-10) Freeway. West
Covina is considered an urbanized area and is close to
being built out. The majority of land is devoted to
residential uses with regional and community commercial
centers located along major arterials. Most of the area
is relatively flat, with the exception of the
southeastern section which is a part of the San Jose •
Hills.
The City of West Covina is directly affected by the
Congestion Management Plan as Azusa Avenue, which
traverses through the city from the north to the south,
is identified as a corridor of regional significance on
the CMP Roadway System (See Attachment A). Cited as a
critical circulation problem in the Circulation Element
of the West Covina General Plan, the greatest traffic
problems are a result of north -south through trips,
rather than those with an origin and/or destination
within the City.
8a. Existing Zoning: Not applicable as this project does not
involve a proposal for a specific development
at a specific site location.
8b. Existing General Plan: Not applicable as this project
does not involve a proposal for a specific
development at a specific site location.
8c. Existing Y P Overla s/S ecific Plans: Not applicable as this •
project does not involve a proposal for a
specific site location.
On the basis of this initial study checklist and evaluation:
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
i X 1 I find the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant
effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION
will be prepared.
CONDITIONAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION
�i I find that although the proposed project could have a
significant effect on the environment, there will not be
a significant effect in this case because the mitigation •
measures described on an attached sheet have been added to
the project. A CONDITIONAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be
prepared. [See attached condition(s)]
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
1-L I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect
• on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is
required.
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IMPACT ON FISH AND WILDLIFE
1 X ) I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have, neither
individually nor cumulatively, an adverse effect on fish
and wildlife resources. A CERTIFICATE OF FEE EXEMPTION
will be prepared and submitted to the Office of the Los
Angeles County Clerk at the same time as the Notice of
Determination is completed and filed with said Office.
PREPARED BY: HEATHER WARREN TITLE: PLANNER
TELEPHONE: (818) 814-8422
DATE: December 20, 1992
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PREPARED OR PROVIDED BY:
(Attach any such information)
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS (Discussion of potential environmental
impacts is required to be on separate sheet.) .
YES MAYBE NO
1. EARTH. Will the proposed result in:
a. Unstable earth conditions or in
changes in geolog.ic
substructures? X
b. Disruptions, displacements,
compaction or overcovering of the
soil? X
C. Change in topography or ground
surface relief features?
d. The destruction, covering or
modification of any unique
geologic or physical features?
e. Any increase in wind or water
erosion of soil, either on or off
the site?
f. Change in natural 'drainage or
man-made runoff facilities?
g. Exposure of people or property to
geologic ' hazards such as
earthquakes, landslides,
mudslides, ground failure, or
similar hazards?
2. Air. Will the proposal result in:
a. Substantial air emissions or
• deterioration of ambient air
quality?
b. The creation of objectionable
odors?
C. Alteration of air movement,
moisture or temperature, or any
change in climate, either locally
or regionally?
•
3. Water. Will the proposal result in:
a. Change in absorption rates,
drainage patterns, or the rate
and amount of surface water.
runoff?
b. Alterations to the course or flow
of flood waters?
C. Change in the amount of surface
water in any water body?
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
4.
M
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d. Discharge into surface waters, or
in any alteration of- surface
water quality, including but not
limited to temperature, dissolved
•
oxygen or turbidity?
X
e.
Alteration of the direction or
rate of flow of ground waters?
X
f.
Change in the quantity of ground
waters, either through direct
additions or withdrawals, or
through interception of an
aquifer by cuts or excavations?
X
g.
Substantial reduction in the
amount of water otherwise
available for public water.
supplies?
X
h.
Exposure of people or property to
water related hazards such as
flooding?
X
Plant Life. Will the proposal result
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in:
a.
Change in the diversity of
species, or number of any species
of plants (including trees,
shrubs, grass, and crops)?
X
b.
Reduction of the number of any
unique, rare, or endangered
species of plants?
X _
C.
Introduction of new species of
plants into an area, or in a
barrier to the normal
replenishment of existing
species?
X
d.
Reduction in acreage of any
agricultural crop?
X
•
Animal Life. Will the proposal result
in:
a.
Change in the diversity of
species, or numbers of any
species of animals (birds,
mammals, reptiles, or insects)?
X
b.
Reduction of the numbers of any
unique, rare or endangered
species of animals?
X
C.
Introduction of new species of
animals into an area, or result
in a barrier to the migration or
movement of animals?
X
d.
Deterioration to existing
wildlife habitats?
X
in:
Noise. Will the proposal result
a.
Increases in existing noise
levels?
X
b.
Exposure of people to severe
noise levels?
X
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•
•
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7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal
produce new light or glare?
8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in
a substantial alteration of the
present or planned land use of an
area?
9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal
result in:
a. Increase in the rate of use of
any natural resources?
b. Substantial depletion of any
nonrenewable natural resource?
10. Risk of Upset. Does the proposal
involve a risk of an explosion or the
release of hazardous substances
(including, but not limited to, oil,
pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in
the event of an accident or upset
conditions?
X
X
X
X
11. Population. Will the proposal alter
the location, distribution, density,
or growth rate of the human population
of an area?
X
12. Housing. Will the proposal affect
existing housing or create a demand
for additional housing?
X
13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the
proposal result in:
a. Generation of substantial
additional vehicular movement?
X
b. Effects on existing parking
facilities, or demand for new
parking?
X
C. Substantial impact upon existing
transportation systems?
X
d. Alterations to present patterns
of circulation or movement of
people and/or goods?
X
e. Alterations to waterborne, rail
or air traffic?
X
f. Increase in traffic hazards to
motor vehicles, bicyclists or
pedestrians?
X
14. Public Services. Will the proposal
have an effect upon, or result in a
need for new or altered governmental
services in any of the following
areas:
a. Fire protection-?
X
b. Police protection?
X
C. Schools?
X
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
d. Parks or other recreational
facilities?
t
e. Maintenance or public facilities,
including roads?
f. Other governmental services?
Energy. Will the proposal result in:
a. Use of substantial amounts of
fuel or energy?
b. Substantial increase in demand
upon existing sources of energy,
or require the development of new
sources of energy?
Utilities. Will the proposal result
in a need for new systems, or
substantial alterations to the
following utilities:
a. Power or natural gas?
b. Communications systems?
C. Water?
d. Sewer or septic tanks?
e. Storm water drainage?
f. Solid waste and disposal?
Human Health. Will the proposal
result in:
a. Creation of any health hazard or
potential health hazard
(excluding mental health)?
b. Exposure of people to potential
health hazards?
Aesthetics. Will the proposal result
in the obstruction of any scenic vista
or view open to the public, or will
the proposal result in the creation of
an aesthetically offensive site open
to public view?
Recreation. Will the proposal result
in an impact upon the quality or
quantity of existing recreational
opportunities?
Cultural Resources.
a. Will the proposal result in the
alteration of or the destruction
of a prehistoric or historic
archaeological site?
b. Will the proposal result in
adverse physical or aesthetic
effects to a prehistoric or
historic building, structure, or
object?
C. Does the proposal have the
potential to cause a physical
change which would affect unique
ethnic cultural values?
r,
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
d., Will the proposal restrict
existing religious or sacred uses
within the potential impact area?
• 21. MandatoU Findings of Sicr nificance.
a. Does the project have the
potential to degrade the quality
of the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of fish or
wildlife species, cause a fish or
wildlife 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 animal or
eliminate important examples of
the major periods of California
history or prehistory? X
b. Does the project have the
potential to achieve short-term,
to the disadvantage of long-term,
• environmental goals? (A short-
term impact on the environment is
one which occurs in a relatively
brief, definitive period of time
while long-term impacts will
endure well into the future.) X
C. Does the project have impacts
which are individually limited,
but cumulatively considerable?
(A project may impact on two or
more separate resources where the
impact on each resource is
relatively small, but where the
effect of the total of those
impacts on the environment is
significant.) X
d. Does the project have
environmental effects which will
• cause substantial adverse effects
on human beings, either directly
or indirectly? X
C. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION
(Attach additional sheets if necessary)
Introduction
The proposed project consists of an amendment to certain sections of the
zoning code, modifications to the City's parking standards and CEQA
Resolution, and adoption of a new Resolution establishing Transportation
Impact Analysis Guidelines. The overall goal of the project is to
satisfy certain new requirements of the Congestions Management Plan
(CMP), mandated by State Government Code Sections 65088, et. seq.,
adopted in June of 1990. This entails adopting LACTC's model TDM
ordinance into the zoning code, and adopting LACTC's Land Use Analysis
Program to be implemented through the establishment of a new Resolution
• incorporating Transportation Impact Analysis guidelines as set forth in
the Congestion Management Program manual.
The TDM ordinance focuses on reducing peak period AM and PM period
traffic by attracting solo drivers to carpools or transit. This model
urdinance is intended to be an initial effort to meet the CMP TDM
requirements. It is a facility -based approach focusing on elements of
new building design which would enhance carpools, vanpools and transit
use, otherwise referred to as a "TDM project." The land use analysis
program provides guidelines under which to analyze the impacts of new
development on the CMP highway system. If a project is determined to
cause a significant effect, the TIA must investigate and include
alternative measures which will mitigate the impact, estimate the cost
of the mitigation, and indicate the proportion of total mitigation costs
which is attributable to the project.
The proposed code amendment in'and of itself will not directly result in
any physical development which may or may not have an immediate affect
upon the environment. However, this environmental evaluation focuses on
the secondary effects that can be expected to follow from the
construction and operation of "TDM projects", and the implementation of
the Land Use Analysis Program which, where necessary, can be evaluated
in greater detail in subsequent project -specific EIRs. The "program
EIR" which LACTC prepared for the CMP focused on the secondary effects
that could be expected to follow from adoption of the CMP, but was not
as detailed as an EIR on the specific construction project that might
follow. The discussion below evaluates the proposed project, adoption
of the TDM ordinance and Land Use Analysis Program, within this same
context.
EARTH
No
l.a.-g. The proposed project in and of itself will not result in
any physical development, therefore, no earth related
impacts are expected.
Any future projects resulting from the implementation of
the proposed project would be subject to subsequent
environmental review in accordance with CEQA. If an
individual TDM project is determined to present the
potential to create earth related impacts, the potential
would be assessed as part of the subsequent environmental
review.
AIR
Maybe
2.a. In as much as the proposed project implements
which in turn conforms with the AQMP, the
impacts on air quality would be beneficial by
regional air quality.
LJ
the CMP, •
possible
improving
Any site -specific construction and/or operation of TDM
facilities could have localized short-term negative air
quality impacts. Construction of roadway and/or transit
improvements, as well as construction worker/employee
transits to and from the project site, could result in
the generation and discharge of air pollutants and
contribute to local air quality emissions. Earth moving
activities would increase localized particulate levels.
Improvements to existing roadways may also require
detours and delays during construction which would cause
short-term increases in emissions.
Any future projects resulting from the implementation of
the proposed project would be subject to subsequent
environmental review in accordance with CEQA. If an
individual TDM project is determined to present the
potential to create air related impacts, the potential•
would be assessed as part of the subsequent environmental
review.
.l
No
2.b.,c. No objectional odors are anticipated to result from the
. project. No climatic changes are anticipated from
implementation of the proposed project.
WATER
Maybe
3.a. Although the project itself will not have any impact in
absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate of
surface water runoff, future projects resulting from the
implementation of this project could affect water
resources and water quality. The construction of
individual projects may result in the grading and
overcovering of soil. This could potentially result in
changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns and the
amount of surface water runoff.
Any future projects resulting from the implementation of
• the proposed project would be subject to subsequent
environmental review in accordance) with CEQA. If an
individual TDM project is determined to present the
potential to create water related impacts, the potential
would be assessed as part of the subsequent environmental
review.
•
3.b-h. The proposed project is not expected to cause alterations
to the course flow of flood waters, change the amount of
surface water in any water body, alter the quality of
surface water, alter the direction or rate of flow of
groundwater, alter the quantity of groundwaters, reduce
the amount of water supply available to the public, or
expose people or property to water related hazards such
as flooding.
PLANT LIFE
Maybe
4.a.,c. Any impacts to the diversity or number of plant species,
or introduction of new plant species would come from any
future projects which result from the implementation of
this code amendment. Such impacts would be a result of
the removal of vegetation during grading, or when new
species of plant life are introduced to a site as part of
the approved landscaping plan.
Any future projects resulting from the implementation of
the proposed project would be subject to subsequent
environmental review in accordance with CEQA. If an
individual TDM project is determined to present the
potential to create water related impacts, the potential
would be assessed as'part of the subsequent environmental
review.
No
4.b.,d. The City of West Covina is considered an urbanized area
and is close to being built out. The proposed project is
not expected to reduce any unique, rare or endangered
species of plants.
ANIMAL LIFE
M%.
5.a-d. The City of West Covina is
and is close to being built
not expected to reduce any
species of animal life. Tl
introduce any new species c
existing wildlife habitats.
NOISE
considered an urbanized area
out. The proposed project is is
unique, rare or endangered
ae proposed project will not
it result in deterioration of
Maybe
6.a.,b. The implementation of the proposed project may result in
short-term and long-term noise levels. Transportation
Demand Management (TDM) measures associated with the
implementation of the Congestion Management Program,
represent a potential long-term effect. Such measures
will result in changes in the level of transit use and
car and vanpooling. These changes may alter traffic
associated noise levels along major traffic arterials.
This in turn, would increase Community Noise Equivalent
Levels (CNEL). New transit alignments would increase •
ambient noise levels.
Individual development projects which necessitate the
implementation of TDM measures would be subject to
subsequent environmental review in accordance with CEQA.
Project specific review and assessment will ensure that
all significant long-term noise impacts have been
mitigated in a manner consistent with the provisos of
applicable city noise ordinances and the General Plan
Noise Element.
The construction of transit related TDM measures (i.e.,
new bus stop improvements and/or roadway alignments) may
result in the increase of short-term noise levels of the
surrounding area of a future development site.
Individual development projects which necessitate the
implementation of TDM measures would be subject to
subsequent environmental review in accordance with CEQA.
Project specific mitigation measures can reduce the
significance of these short-term noise level impacts
through scheduling construction activity periods if/and •
when nearby sensitive areas would be affected. Moreover,
since construction will be restricted per the City's
Noise Ordinance, and will be generally localized and
temporary, this potential impact is not considered as
being a significant adverse impact of the proposed
project.
LIGHT AND GLARE
Maybe
7. The implementation of the proposed project may
necessitate Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
measures which could potentially create light and glare..
This potential impact would result from the requirement
of providing safe and convenient access for carpools,
vanpools and bicycle riders to new development. The
degree of impact would depend on the type of development
and the specifics of the development design. Individual
improvement projects will be subject to subsequent
environmental review in accordance with CEQA. Project
specific mitigation measures would be identified, as
needed to mitigate significant project impacts, as part
of any necessary subsequent environmental assessment.
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•
Maybe
LAND USE
8. The proposed project consists of incorporating two
components of the Congestion Management Plan into the
City's development and environmental review process.
First, the Land Use Analysis Program component requires
local jurisdictions to consider the impacts of their land
use decisions on the CMP network. This requirement, in
combination with the annual monitoring of assigned key
intersections on the CMP network, should provide better
information on which to base land use decisions.
The TDM component of the proposed project could result in
increased commercial F.A.R. density in the vicinity of
possible future transit centers. It follows that this
may cause a redistribution of population and have an
impact on housing and employment demand. This would be
supportive of the CMP's TDM to improve the balance
between jobs and housing, and support the regional Growth
• Management Plan to discourage urban deconcentration.
In this regard, the proposed project which consists of a
Land Use Analysis Program and a TDM component, may result
in changes in present or planned land use designations
and/or land use decisions.
NATURAL RESOURCES
Maybe
9.a. The implementation of the proposed project may
necessitate Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
measures which involve the construction of related
improvements. The construction activities may increase
the rate of use of gravel and concrete materials. This
increase, however, represents no substantial depletion of
natural resources.
SIR
9.b. The proposed project is not anticipated to substantially
deplete any nonrenewable natural resources.
RISK OF UPSET
fNd:7
10. No increased risk of explosion or release of a hazardous
substances is anticipated as a.result of implementation
of the proposed project. However, any future development
projects resulting from the implementation of the
proposed project would be subject to subsequent
environmental review in accordance with CEQA. If an
individual development project is determined to present
a potential to create a risk of upset, the potential will
be assessed as part of the subsequent environmental
review.
POPULATION
• Maybe
lt. See discussion under Land Use above.
HOUSING
Maybe
12. See discussion under Land Use above. •
TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION
Maybe
13.a.-d. The purpose of the CMP is to create a mechanism for
addressing congestion on the regional transportation
network. As a component of the CMP, the proposed project
may necessitate site -specific construction/or operation
of a TDM facility. Traffic may be re-routed during the
construction of a particular facility. It is possible
that implementation of the proposed project may cause
traffic to be diverted into or through residential
neighborhoods. However, if an individual project is
determined to present the potential to cause traffic
impacts in residential neighborhoods, the potential would
be assessed as part of the particular project's
environmental review.
Overall, the proposed project should have a positive •
impact on the existing transportation system through
promoting alternate modes of transportation.
No
13.e.,f. The implementation of the proposed project is not
expected to cause either direct or indirect alterations
to waterborne, rail or air traffic. Any improved traffic
facilities should decrease traffic hazards.
PUBLIC SERVICES
Yes
14.e.,f. Implementation of the proposed project will affect
project review activities, will require ongoing TDM
ordinance review and updates, and will require CMP
network monitoring activities. These demands could
potentially divert resources from the provision of other,
governmental services. However, in complying with the
CMP requirements, the city will receive additional
revenue in the form of gas tax monies and continued
funding opportunities for capital improvement projects
(e.g., Prop C/ISTEA funding).
Maybe
14.a.-d. Implementation of the proposed project could result in a
positive impact on public services by increasing
emergency vehicle response time and access by reducing
traffic congestion. However, the construction .of
individual TDM projects may temporarily slow police and
fire department responses and disrupt access. However,
any future development projects resulting from the
implementation of the proposed project would be subject
to subsequent environmental review in accordance with
CEQA.
ENERGY
•
15.a. The proposed project may result in energy usage,
primarily during the construction phase of individual TDM
facilities. This use is not expected to have significant
effects on existing energy resources. Furthermore,
•
•
•
implementation
positive effect
transit energy
transit usage.
No
of the proposed project could have a
in changes in on -road fuel use, and
use through increased rideshare and
UTILITIES
16.a-f. Implementation of the proposed project is not anticipated
to create utilities impacts. Individual TDM projects
would be subject to subsequent environmental review in
accordance with CEQA. If an individual project is
determined to present the potential to create utility
impacts, the potential will be assessed as part of the
environmental assessment for that project.
HUMAN HEALTH
No
17.a.,b. Implementation of the proposed project is not anticipated
to create human health impacts. Any human health impacts
involving risk of upset would be the result of- the
specific design. and operation of TDM facilities
constructed. Individual TDM projects would be subject to
subsequent environmental review in accordance with CEQA.
If an individual project is determined to present the
potential to create human health impacts, the potential
will be assessed as part of the environmental assessment
for that project.
AESTHETICS
Maybe
��. The implementation of the proposed project is not
anticipated to result in the creation of an aesthetically
offensive site open to public view. Individual TDM
projects would be subject to subsequent environmental
review in accordance with CEQA. If an individual project
is determined to present the potential to create any
aesthetic impacts, the potential will be assessed as part
of the environmental assessment for that project.
RECREATION
No
19. The implementation of the proposed project is not
anticipated to impact the quality or quantity of existing
recreational opportunities. Individual TDM project would
be subject to subsequent environmental review in
accordance with CEQA. If an individual project is
determined to present a potential to impact the quality
or quantity of existing recreational opportunities, the
potential will be assessed as part.of the environmental
assessment for that project.
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CULTURAL
No
20.a.-d. The City of West Covina is considered an urbanized area
and is close to being built out. The implementation of
the proposed project is not expected to result, in the
alteration or destruction of a archaeologically,
historically, or culturally significant site(s).
Individual TDM projects would be subject to subsequent
environmental review in accordance with CEQA. If an
individual project is determined to present the potential
for the alteration or destruction of a archaeological,
historical or cultural- site, the potential will be
assessed as part of the environmental assessment for that
project.
MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
No
•
21.a.-d. As detailed in the Check List, no significant adverse
impacts upon the environment are identified. Moreover,
any impacts would be dependant upon the location of site- •
specific projects. Individual projects which result from
the implementation of the proposed project would be
subject to subsequent environmental review in accordance
with CEQA. As noted in the Check List discussion of
specific impact categories, where appropriate, the TDM
project EIR will include identification of specific
impacts which clearly pose the potential to create
significant environmental impacts.
The following list represents those possible mitigation measures that
may be incorporated as part of the environmental review process for a
future site -specific construction project as a result of the
implementation of the proposed project.
1. Submit a grading and drainage plan to the City Engineer for
review and approval.
2. All grading shall comply with Chapter 9 of the West Covina
Municipal Code and Chapter 29 and 70 of the Uniform Building
Code.
3. Normal wetting procedures or other dust palliative measures
shall be followed during demolition and excavation activities
to reduce fugitive dust emissions in order to meet AQMD Rule
403 requirements.
4. A landscape and automatic irrigation plan shall be submitted
to the Planning Department for review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
5. Grading and construction activity shall comply with the City's
grading and noise ordinances.
6. Lighting on the site shall comply with Section 26-570-of the
West.Covina Municipal Code and Planning Commission Resolution
No. 2513.
7. Barriers and warning signs shall be employed where appropriate
to maintain traffic and pedestrian safety during grading and
construction operations. •
8. Replacement plantings shall be required, species and size to
be determined by the Planning Director, for all removed
significant trees in accordance with the City's Tree
Preservation Ordinance.
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10.
11.
Construction equipment shall be maintained in proper tune to
reduce exhaust emissions. Trucks importing or exporting
earthen materials shall be covered or sprinkled with water
prior to entering public streets. Heavy-duty construction
equipment shall be kept on -site when not in operation to
minimize exhaust emissions associated with vehicles
repetitiously traveling to and from the project site.
Project -related earth movement activities shall cease during
periods of excessive high winds and during periods of second
stage smog alerts.
Construction related activities related to a TDM project shall
not be scheduled during peak hour traffic periods. Trenches
shall be covered as soon as possible to avoid extensive detour
of traffic flow.
12. If required by a Cultural Resource Records Search conducted by
the Archaeological Information Center, a qualified
archaeologist shall be retained to monitor all earth moving
operations of a TDM Project.
• SOURCES
1. Los Angeles County Congestion Management Program (CMP),
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Executive Summary.
2. Revised Notice of Preparation of CMP Draft Environmental Impact
Report and Initial Study, June 4, 1992.
3. City of West Covina General Plan.
4. City of West Covina Municipal Code.
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Square Feet
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Square Feet
Transportation Information Area*
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FOR PROJECTS
SUBJECT TO EIR
(30-100"1) (63200emo) 6Z-100em91)
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PROGRAM APPLIES ONLY TO PROJECTS PREPARING AN EIR
NOP SENT TO LACTC - NO FURTHER CONSULTATION REQUIRED
EIR incorporates analysis utilizing TIA guidelines
• Geographic Study Area
• Background Traffic Conditions
• Proposed Project Traffic Generation
• Trip Distribution
• Impact Analysis
IMPACT TO CMP FACILITY IF:
• Degradation to LOS F
a -increased demand within LOS F by 2% NO
of capacity or more
Nk
EIR to incorporate recommended No
mitigation measures and fair share further
cost estimates for CMP system impacts analysis
required
Selection of mitigation measures at
discretion of local jurisdiction
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