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Home My WebLink About2019 Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Addendum #1 (April 23, 2019) Draft Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Amendment Project EIR Addendum Prepared for November 2018 City of Temecula SCH #201 3061 01 2 r ESA Draft Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Amendment Project FIR Addendum Prepared for November 2018 City of Temecula SCH #201 3061 01 2 626 Wilshire Boulevard r ESA Suite 1100 r Los Angeles,CA 90017 213.599.4300 J www.esassoc.com J Bend Oakland San Francisco Camarillo Orlando Santa Monica Delray Beach Pasadena Sarasota Destin Petaluma Seattle Irvine Portland Sunrise Los Angeles Sacramento Tampa Miami San Diego OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY I ESA helps a variety of public and private sector clients plan and prepare for climate change and emerging regulations that limit GHG emissions.ESA is a registered assessor with the California Climate Action Registry,a Climate Leader, and founding reporter for the Climate Registry.ESA is also a corporate member of the U.S.Green Building Council and the Business Council on Climate Change(BC3).Internally,ESA has adopted a Sustainability Vision and Policy Statement and a plan to reduce waste and energy within our operations.This document was produced using recycled paper. TABLE OF CONTENTS Uptown Temecula Specific Plan EIR Addendum Paqe Introduction/Background........................................................................................................2 CEQA Authority for an Addendum ........................................................................................3 Project Details and Background............................................................................................4 1. Project Title .............................................................................................................4 2. Lead Agency Name and Address...........................................................................4 3. Contact Person and Phone Number.......................................................................4 4. Project Location and Existing Site Conditions........................................................4 5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address....................................................................5 6. General Plan Designation.......................................................................................5 7. Zoning .....................................................................................................................5 8. Project Description and Background ......................................................................5 9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting.....................................................................20 10. Required Approvals ..............................................................................................23 Environmental Checklist.......................................................................................................24 I. Aesthetics..............................................................................................................24 II. Air Quality..............................................................................................................26 III. Biological Resources ............................................................................................29 IV. Cultural Resources................................................................................................32 V. Geology and Soils Seismicity................................................................................34 VI. Greenhouse Gas Emissions.................................................................................38 VII. Hazards and Hazardous Materials .......................................................................41 VIII. Hydrology and Water Quality................................................................................44 IX. Land Use and Planning.........................................................................................46 X. Noise.....................................................................................................................49 XI. Population and Housing........................................................................................50 XII. Public Services......................................................................................................52 XIII. Transportation/Traffic............................................................................................56 XIV. Utilities and Service Systems ...............................................................................60 References..............................................................................................................................62 List of Figures 1 Project Location..............................................................................................................21 2 Existing Conditions.........................................................................................................22 Appendices A. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Amendments B. Uptown Temecula Streetscape and Sidewalk Improvement Standards Uptown Temecula Specific Plan I ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 UPTOWN TEMECULA SPECIFIC PLAN EIR Addendum Introduction/Background This document is an addendum to the Certified Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Program Environmental Impact Report(Certified PEIR) (SCH#2013061012)prepared for the City of Temecula,which was approved by City Council in November 2015. The Certified PEIR analyzes the potential environmental impacts that may result from the implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan,which covers an area of approximately 560 acres. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA),this Addendum analyzes the Proposed Specific Plan Amendment Changes and Landscape Design Guidelines("the proposed Project")to the Certified PEIR for the City of Temecula(City)to determine whether the project would result in any new significant environmental impacts or a substantial increase in the severity of impacts identified in the Certified PEIR. The Certified PEIR analyzed the adoption and implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan that would replace the existing land use,zoning, and planned development districts as the land use and design document for all future development in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. The overarching intent of the Specific Plan was to spark revitalization in the area by allowing for greater development flexibility and a wider array of land use and development options within the project area. In addition,the Specific Plan focuses on increasing mobility opportunities and facilitating alternative transportation options,including walking,biking, and transit,through the implementation of new"complete streets"roadway configurations,traffic calming strategies,pedestrian-oriented facilities, and bike lanes. The Specific Plan includes a form-based code to better define development regulations and design standards in order to encourage higher density urban development as well as facilitate a walkable,pedestrian-friendly environment through appropriate building placement, streetscape design, and a strong focus on the public realm. The Specific Plan land use mix includes residential,commercial,retail, office, employment, education,tourism,hotel,recreation, and arts-related uses. The approved Uptown Temecula Specific Plan and Certified PEIR are also referred to hereafter as the"Approved Project." The City of Temecula is processing a City-initiated Specific Plan Amendment(LR16-0223 and LR17-0724) for the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. The proposed amendment to the existing Specific Plan would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed clarification amendments to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan include various typo Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 2 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum corrections as well as, clarifications for the setbacks of buildings and parking spaces,the placement and/or relocation of utilities, legal non-conforming uses, and the allowance of certain land uses as required by state law. The updated sections of the Specific Plan can be found in Appendix A,Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Amendments, and Appendix B,Uptown Temecula Streetscape and Sidewalk Improvement Standards.No construction activities are proposed as part of the recommendation;the minor amendments only clarify standards for future development projects. CEQA Authority for an Addendum The Certified PEIR includes all statutory sections required by CEQA, comments received on the Draft EIR,responses to comments on the Draft EIR, and supporting technical appendices. CEQA establishes the type of environmental documentation required when changes to a project occur after an EIR is certified. Specifically, CEQA Guidelines Section 15164(a) states that: The lead agency or responsible agency shall prepare an addendum to a previously certified EIR if some changes or additions are necessary but none of the conditions described in Section 15162 calling for preparation of a subsequent EIR have occurred. CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 requires a Subsequent EIR when an MND has already been adopted or an EIR has been certified and one or more of the following circumstances exist: 1. Substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; 2. Substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken,which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; or 3. New information of substantial importance,which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the previous EIR was certified as complete or the negative declaration was adopted, shows any of the following: a. The project will have one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous EIR or negative declaration; b. Significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the previous EIR; c. Mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible, and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects of the project,but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative; or d. Mitigation measures or alternatives which are considerably different from those analyzed in the previous EIR would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 3 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum environment but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative. Likewise, California Public Resources Code(PRC) Section 21166 states that unless one or more of the following events occur,no subsequent or supplemental environmental impact report shall be required by the lead agency or by any responsible agency: Substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revisions of the environmental impact report; 4. Substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is being undertaken which will require major revisions in the environmental impact report; or 5. New information,which was not known and could not have been known at the time the environmental impact report was certified as complete,becomes available. As demonstrated by the analysis herein,the proposed Project would not result in any additional significant impacts,nor would it substantially increase the severity of previously anticipated significant impacts. Rather,all of the impacts associated with the proposed Project would be within the envelope of impacts addressed in the Certified EIR and would not constitute a new or substantially increased significant impact. Based on this determination,the proposed Project does not meet the requirements for preparation of a Subsequent EIR pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162. Project Details and Background 1 . Project Title Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Addendum 2. Lead Agency Name and Address City of Temecula Temecula Planning Department 41000 Main Street Temecula, California 92590 3. Contact Person and Phone Number Dale West,Associate Planner 11, (951) 693-3918 4. Project Location and Existing Site Conditions The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area,which encompasses approximately 560 acres of land located north of Rancho California Road,west of Interstate 15 (1-15), south of Cherry Street, and east of Diaz Road, includes much of the City's first commercial development. Prior to the construction of 1-15,the area was once a vibrant and important community destination along the historic Highway 395. However, in recent decades,the area has developed under typical post- World War 11 development patterns—an eclectic mix of auto-oriented light industrial,office, strip-commercial, and retail uses serving the local community. Although many of the businesses Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 4 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum in the Project area are still economically viable,the City prepared the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan in order to implement the goals and policies of the Temecula General Plan,which include realizing the area's economic development potential through the creation of a new mixed-use community destination in proximity to I-15. 5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address The City of Temecula. 6. General Plan Designation Specific Plan Implementation(SPI). 7. Zoning Specific Plan— 14(Uptown Temecula Specific Plan). 8. Project Description and Background Uptown Temecula Specific Plan and Certified PER (Approved Project) The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan, adopted in November 2015, outlines the development and design standards for Uptown Temecula. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is approximately 560 acres of mostly developed land. The Specific Plan includes design guidelines, replaced existing land use plans and zoning regulations for the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. Implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan was intended to guide future development, increase mobility opportunities and facilitating alternative transportation options, including walking,biking, and transit,through the implementation of new"complete streets" roadway configurations,traffic calming strategies,pedestrian-oriented facilities,and bike lanes. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan includes a form-based code to better define development regulations and design standards in order to encourage higher density urban development as well as facilitate a walkable,pedestrian-friendly environment through appropriate building placement, streetscape design, and a strong focus on the public realm. The land use mix would include residential, commercial,retail,office, employment, education,tourism,hotel,recreation, and arts- related uses. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan is divided into six unique planning districts and two overlay zones. The planning districts include,Uptown Center,Uptown Hotel/Tourism Center District, Uptown Sports District,Uptown Arts District,Uptown Arts Wilder Hills-Residential Overlay, Creekside Village District,Creekside Village-Commercial Overlay,and Murrieta Creek Recreational District. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan development scenario accounts for land use mix assumptions applied to each planning district(Table 1).This approach provides a refined worst-case scenario that is useful in analyzing impacts. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan development scenario assumes that the gross land area of the planning districts with residential and non-residential development is reduced to account for future streets(30 percent)and surface or structure parking Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 5 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum (50 percent). It also assumes the FAR target for the various planning districts as follows: a FAR of 2.0 for all planning district except the Uptown Center District which would have a FAR of 2.5, assigns a percentage of residential and non-residential(commercial)development in each planning district,and applies a target density and unit size to the residential component. The new development is assumed to replace all existing development in the Specific Plan area,which currently totals approximately 3,800,00 square feet.The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan development scenario would yield approximately 1.7 million square feet of commercial development,3,726 dwelling units,and 315 hotel rooms of development at buildout. TABLE 1 UPTOWN TEMECULA SPECIFIC PLAN DEVELOPMENT SCENARIO Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Buildout Land Use Mix District Name Commercial(sf)2 Residential(du)1,3 Hotel Rooms Assumptions Uptown Center 855,381 1,243 111 32%commercial; 68%residential Uptown 188,885 195 176 60%commercial; Hotel/Tourism 40%residential Uptown Sports 114,558 600 28 20%commercial; 80%residential Uptown Arts 384,322 1,303 0 20%commercial; 80%residential Creekside Village 139,833 385 0 20%commercial; 80%residential Total 1,682,979 3,726 315 NOTES: 1. Assumes 1,250 square feet for each unit;this calculation does not include common areas,hallways,stairwells,etc.,of the residential development.(Source KMA,2013). 2. Development is assumed at a FAR of 2.0(building height of 4 stories)for all districts,except the Uptown Center District where a FAR of 2.5(building height of 5 stories)was assumed. 3. Assumes a target residential density of 45 dwelling units per acre. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan was the subject of a Program EIR which analyzed the potential environmental impacts that may result from the adoption and implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. The Certified PEIR provides a programmatic level of environmental impact analysis for a broad array of environmental topics for the entire Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. The Certified PEIR analyzes the impacts of an estimated buildout scenario of residential units, offices,retail uses,restaurants,and hotel rooms. The Certified PEIR determined the implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would cause significant and unavoidable impacts to the following resource areas: air quality, cultural resources,and noise. All other resources areas were determined to have impacts that were either less than significant or less than significant with mitigation. Table 2,Summary of Certified PEIR Impacts and Mitigation Measures,includes a list of the impact statements the Certified PEIR determined required mitigation measures Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 6 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum TABLE 2 SUMMARY OF CERTIFIED PEIR IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation Aesthetics Impact AES-1:The Project would significantly increase Mitigation Measure MM-AES-1:The following light and glare standards shall be applied to all future Less than Significant sources of light and glare throughout the Project area. development within the Specific Plan area: • The applicant shall ensure that all lighting fixtures contain"sharp cut-off'fixtures,and shall be fitted with flat glass and internal and external shielding. • The applicant shall ensure that site lighting systems shall be grouped into control zones to allow for opening,closing,and night light/security lighting schemes.All control groups shall be controlled by an automatic lighting system utilizing a time clock, photocell,and low voltage relays. • The applicant shall ensure that design and layout of the site shall take advantage of landscaping,on-site architectural massing,and off—site architectural massing to block light sources and reflection from cars. • Prior to the issuance of construction permits for a project-specific development within the Project area that includes outdoor lighting,the applicant shall submit an outdoor lighting plan and photometric plan to be reviewed and approved by the City of Temecula.The lighting plan shall be in compliance with Ordinance No.655 as adopted by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors and shall include,but not be limited to, the following information and standards: — Light fixtures shall not exceed 4,050 lumens; — Light fixtures shall be fully shielded so that light rays emitted by the fixtures are projected below the horizontal plane passing through the lowest point of the shield; — A map showing all lamp locations,orientations,and intensities, including security,roadway,and task lighting; — Specification of each light fixture and each light shield; — Total estimated outdoor lighting footprint,expressed as lumens per acre;and, — Specification of motion sensors and other controls to be used,especially for security lighting. • The City shall conduct a post-installation inspection to ensure that the site is in compliance with the design standards in Mitigation Measure MM-AES-1 and Riverside County Ordinance No.655. • The use of highly reflective construction materials on exterior wall surfaces.The exterior of permitted buildings shall be constructed of materials such as high performance tinted non-mirrored glass,painted metal panels and pre-cast concrete or fabricated wall surfaces. Air Quality Impact AIR-1:Construction activities associated with Mitigation Measure MM-AIR-1a: Future project-level development shall incorporate the following mitigation Significant and implementation of the Project would violate air quality measures to minimize emissions of NOx associated with construction activities for the Project: Unavoidable standards related to ROG and NOx emissions and would result in significant air quality impacts. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 7 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation • Construction activities shall require the use of 2010 and newer diesel haul trucks(e.g.,material delivery trucks and soil importlexport)to the extent feasible.' Under conditions where it is determined that 2010 model year or newer diesel trucks are not readily available or obtainable for a project,the applicant shall be required to provide this evidence to the City and shall instead use trucks that meet USEPA 2007 model year NOx emissions requirements.2 • Off-road diesel-powered construction equipment greater than 50 horsepower(hp)shall meet USEPA Tier III off-road emissions standards. In addition,construction equipment shall be outfitted with BACT devices certified by CARB.A copy of each unit's certified tier specification,BACT documentation,and CARB or SCAQMD operating permit shall be provided at the time of mobilization of each applicable unit of equipment.Under conditions where a newer or alternative technology becomes available in the future that would result in either equivalent or larger reductions in NOx emissions than the use of tiered construction equipment,that technology shall be applied.Where alternatives to USEPA Tier III equipment are chosen for a project,the applicant shall be required to show evidence to the City that comparable NOx emissions reductions that are no less than what could be achieved by a Level 3 diesel emissions control strategy for a similarly sized engine as defined by CARB regulations would be achieved. • After January 1,2015,off-road diesel-powered construction equipment greater than 50 hp shall meet the Tier IV emission standards,where available.Under conditions where it is determined that equipment meeting Tier IV emission standards are not readily available or obtainable for a project,the applicant shall be required to provide this evidence to the City and shall instead use USEPA Tier III equipment. In addition,construction equipment shall be outfitted with BACT devices certified by CARB.Any emissions control device used by the contractor shall achieve emissions reductions that are no less than what could be achieved by a Level 3 diesel emissions control strategy for a similarly sized engine as defined by CARB regulations.A copy of each unit's certified tier specification,BACT documentation,and CARB or SCAQMD operating permit shall be provided at the time of mobilization of each applicable unit of equipment. Mitigation Measure MM-AIR-1b: Future project-level development shall incorporate the following in the construction specifications of a development project: • Require that construction-related equipment,including heavy-duty equipment,motor vehicles,and portable equipment,shall be turned off when not in use for more than five minutes. • Require that construction operations rely on the electricity infrastructure surrounding the construction site rather than electrical generators powered by internal combustion engines to the extent feasible. Mitigation Measure MM-AIR-1c: Future project-level development shall document project construction emissions prior to City approval of a project.If it is shown that a development would generate construction- related VOC emissions exceeding SCAQMD's threshold,the architectural coatings phase for that project shall use coatings and solvents with a VOC content lower than that required under SCAQMD Rule 1113. CARB's On-Road Heavy-Duty Diesel Vehicle(In-Use)Regulation requires the phase-in of 2010 model year engines or equivalent by January 1,2023.Under this regulation,PM and NOx emissions are projected to be reduced by approximately 3 tons per day and 88 tons per day,respectively,in 2023. 2 As the 2010 model year engines or equivalent would be gradually phased in over time in California,these engines may not always be readily available for the construction activities associated with the Project.As such,under these circumstances the USEPA 2007 model year NOx emissions standards,which were scheduled to be phased-in for heavy-duty highway engines between 2007 and 2010,would be used instead. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 8 ESA/ Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation Mitigation Measure MM-AIR-1d:The City shall encourage all construction contractors to apply for SCAQMD "SOON"funds,which provides funds to accelerate clean up of off-road diesel vehicles such as heavy-duty construction equipment. Impact AIR-2:Operational activities associated with As the regulation of ROG emissions from consumer products is beyond the City's control,no feasible mitigation Significant and implementation of the Project would violate air quality is currently available to reduce the amount of ROG emissions generated under the Project to the extent that Unavoidable standards related to ROG emissions and would result in these emissions would be below the SCAQMD's recommended threshold. significant air quality impacts at this program level. Impact AIR-3: For the purposes of this analysis,future Mitigation Measures MM-AIR-1a through MM-AIR-1d,as discussed above. Less than Significant project-level development construction activities Mitigation Measure MM-AIR-3: Prior to City approval of an individual development project that would have the associated with the implementation of the Project would construction equipment and activity listed below,a project-specific LST analysis shall be prepared and not have a significant localized impact when submitted that identifies the resulting construction emissions and demonstrates how the emissions would not construction activities: 1)would require no more than a exceed SCAQMD's LSTs or result in pollutant emissions that would cause or contribute to an exceedance of the maximum of six pieces of heavy-duty diesel equipment most stringent applicable federal or state ambient air quality standards. operating concurrently for eight hours per day;2) involve no more than a maximum daily amount of 3,500 • Requires more than a maximum of six pieces of heavy-duty diesel equipment operating concurrently for cubic yards of dirt handling associated with grading eight hours per day; activities;3)require no more than 10 miles of onsite • Involves more than a maximum daily amount of 3,500 cubic yards of dirt handling associated with grading travel by haul trucks per day;and 4)involve an onsite activities; storage(soil)pile of no more than 0.02 acres. It is a Requires more than 10 miles of on-site travel by haul trucks per day;and, possible that project-level development could exceed these construction activity thresholds,resulting in a • Involves an on-site storage(soil)pile of more than 0.02 acres significant localized air quality impact. Impact AIR-4:The Project could potentially expose Mitigation Measure MM-AIR-4: Prior to City approval of future project-specific residential developments within Less than Significant sensitive receptors to TACs from mobile sources on 1-15 the Project area and located within 500 feet of 1-15,a health risk assessment(HRA)shall be conducted to to an extent that health risks could result. evaluate the health risks to these residential developments associated with TACs from the mobile sources traveling along the portion of 1-15 that is adjacent to the Project area.Based on the findings in the HRA, appropriate measures shall be taken,if necessary,to reduce the cancer risk resulting from TAC-exposure from 1-15 to below 10 in one million for the maximally-exposed individual.These measures may include,but are not limited to,relocating the residential development beyond 500 feet of the freeway or implementation of appropriate Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value(MERV)filters at the residential development. Biological Resources Impact 13I0-1: Project could result in direct and indirect Mitigation Measure MM-13I0-1: Prior to any ground-disturbing activities for individual development projects, Less than Significant impacts to special-status plants from future projects. pre-construction clearance surveys shall be conducted in accordance with Section 6.0 of the MSHCP for Impacts could include trampling,crushing,grubbing, special-status plant species in suitable habitat areas that will be subject to ground-disturbing activities.The trimming or completely removing the plants or their surveys will be conducted in the appropriate season.All special-status plant species observed shall be marked habitat during construction.Construction equipment and afforded a level of protection within 100 feet of the construction footprint,per the terms and conditions of could introduce invasive weeds that could out-compete the MSHCP.As appropriate,the special-status or habitats of concern mapping within the construction limits special status plants.All impacts to special status plants shall be updated.A biologist will provide verification and report through memorandum to the Western Riverside would be considered significant. County Regional Conservation Authority(RCA)Monitoring Program Administrator. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 9 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation Impact BIO-2:Impacts to raptors and other migratory Mitigation Measure MM-BIO-2: Impacts to raptors and other migratory birds shall be avoided by the Less than Significant birds include direct loss of potential foraging and nesting implementation of one of the following measures: habitat.Potential nesting habitat onsite includes mature . All construction and ground disturbing activities shall take place outside of the raptor breeding season trees and shrubs as well as grassland(in the case of (February 1-August 30). ground-nesting birds such as northern harrier and mourning dove). It is possible that raptors and other • If construction and ground disturbing activities are necessary during the breeding season(February 1- migratory birds would nest onsite due to the proximity to August 30),a focused survey for active nests of raptors and migratory birds shall be conducted by a open space and riverine system of Murrieta Creek. biologist(a person possessing a bachelors in science with a minimum of one year nest survey experience performing raptor surveys).The survey shall occur a maximum of 14 days prior to any construction or ground-disturbing activities. If active nest(s)(with eggs or fledglings)are identified within the project site, (CDFW for state listed species,species of special concern,and MSHCP covered species;USFWS for birds covered under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and listed species)they shall not be disturbed until the young have hatched and fledged(matured to a state that they can leave the nest on their own).A 500-foot construction setback from any active nesting location shall be adhered to in order to avoid disturbance of the nest until the young have fledged or the nest has failed,as determined by a qualified biologist. If no active nests are identified,construction may commence. Impact BIO-3:Burrowing owls could inhabit the site Mitigation Measure MM-13I0-3: Future development that occurs outside of land designated as Less than Significant prior to project construction as appropriate burrowing Developed/Disturbed on Figure 3.3-1 shall be surveyed by a qualified biologist(i.e.,approved by CDFW)using owl foraging and nesting habitat is present.Suitable CDFW approved burrowing owl surrey protocols a maximum of 30 days prior to construction to determine habitat would include the areas outside of land presence/absence of burrowing owl. If no burrowing owls are identified on the site during these pre-construction designated as Developed/Disturbed on Figure 3.3-1. surveys, no additional mitigation is necessary and construction can commence.If burrowing owl(s)are found Potential impacts to this species would include loss of on-site,CDFW,the City,and RCA will be notified.The following species-specific mitigation actions would be foraging and nesting(i.e., burrowing)habitat. Individuals required if burrowing owls are found: present during grading and other construction related . Sheltering in place of nesting owls until nest fledges or fails,as determined by a qualified biologist(a activities have the potential to be killed or displaced Bachelor's of Science degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of one year of previous burrowing through burrow collapse and other impacts. owl monitoring experience). • Preparing and implementing an active translocation plan,if appropriate and approved,and identifying a receptor site for the owl(s)(per WRC MSHCP and CDFW). Impact BIO-4:The proposed Project could result in Mitigation Measure MM-13I0-4:The specific MSHCP conservation objectives for fairy shrimp shall be met Less than Significant adverse effects to vernal pools and special-status vernal through implementation of the Riparian/Riverine Areas and Vernal Pools Policy presented in Section 6.1.2 of pool species(fairy shrimp)that may occur in flat,open the MSHCP.Prior to City approval of an individual development project located outside of land designated as areas between the developed portions of the project site Developed/Disturbed on Figure 3.3-1,an assessment of the construction footprint shall be conducted to and Murrieta Creek.Suitable habitat would include the determine whether suitable wetlands or seasonally inundated habitats(vernal pools,stock ponds,ephemeral areas outside of land designated as ponds, impoundments,road ruts,or other human-modified depressions)currently exist within the construction Developed/Disturbed on Figure 3.3-1. footprint.Wetland mapping assembled as part of that policy shall be reviewed as part of the project review process and,if suitable fairy shrimp habitat is identified on the wetland maps and cannot be avoided,a single- season dry or wet season survey for fairy shrimp species shall be conducted by a qualified biologist in accordance with the sampling methods described in the 1996 USFWS Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section 10(a)(1)(A)of the Endangered Species Act for the Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods. If survey results are positive,a certain percentage of the occupied portions of the property that provide for long-term conservation value for the fairy shrimp shall be conserved.The MSHCP provides general guidance which suggests ninety percent of the occupied portions of the site shall be conserved and ten percent Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 10 ESA/ Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation of the occupied portions allowed for development under the MSHCP; however,the required conservation/impact ratio shall be determined by the RCA on a project-by-project basis. If listed branchiopods are detected,then the following restriction and protection will be implemented to avoid or minimize impacts to the resource during construction: Seasonal Vernal Pool Work Restriction. For seasonal avoidance of special-status vernal pool branchiopods and vernal pool-dependent species(e.g.,western spadefoot toad),the contractor will not work within 250 feet of aquatic habitats suitable for these species(e.g.,vernal pools and other seasonal wetlands)from October 15 to June 1 (corresponding to the rainy season),or as determined through informal or formal consultation with the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator and/or USACE.Ground-disturbing activities may begin once the habitat is no longer inundated for the season. If any work remains to be completed after October 15 exclusion fencing and erosion control measures will be placed at the vernal pools(or other seasonal wetlands)by the contractor under supervision of a biologist.The fencing will act as a buffer between ground-disturbing activities and the vernal pools and other seasonal wetlands as determined through consultations with the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator,and/or USACE.The biologist will document compliance through a memorandum during the establishment of the fencing activities submitted to the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator. Implement and Monitor Vernal Pool Protection. If temporary impacts can be avoided,the vernal pool(s)will be protected by erecting exclusion fencing.The contractor,under the supervision of the project biologist,will erect and maintain the exclusion fencing.Resource agency consultations with the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator and/or USACE will occur as needed. If vernal pools and/or listed branchiopods are detected,and an avoidance alternative is not feasible,then the following measures shall be implemented: Determination of Biologically Equivalent or Superior Preservation(DBESP). In accordance with Section 6.1.2 of the MSHCP,a DBESP shall be prepared as part of an individual development project approval by the City to ensure replacement of any lost functions and values of habitat as it relates to vernal pools and listed branchiopods.The DBESP shall contain a mitigation strategy,subject to the approval of the RCA,which may contain on-site habitat creation and conservation,or off-site land acquisition in an approved mitigation bank for vernal pools and listed branchiopods;each is described below. On-site Habitat Creation.Should an avoidance alternative not be feasible,vernal pool basins and watershed shall be created on-site at a replacement ratio of 1:1,subject to the approval of the RCA. If on-site restoration is infeasible,an appropriate off-site location will be selected that exhibits the appropriate vernal pool soil conditions. The required off-site replacement ratio shall be determined by the RCA based on the specifics of the project.Vernal pool restoration sites shall be conserved in perpetuity through a conservation easement, deed restriction,or other appropriate mechanism.Specifications for the creation of habitat and a long-term monitoring program(typically five years,complete with success criteria)shall be included in the DBESP. Off-site Land Acquisition.Should both an avoidance alternative and habitat creation not be feasible,then off-site land acquisition in an approved mitigation bank for vernal pools and listed branchiopods shall be implemented at a replacement ratio of 1:1,subject to the approval of the RCA.The required replacement ratio shall be determined by the RCA on a project by project basis. Mitigation through off-site acquisition shall occur by purchasing vernal pool mitigation credits at the Barry Jones(aka Skunk Hollow)Wetland Mitigation Bank. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 11 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation Impact BIO-5:The proposed Project could result in Mitigation Measure MM-BIO-S: Prior to any ground-disturbing activities associated with individual development Less than Significant adverse effects to special status bats through the projects,a biologist or designee shall conduct a visual and acoustic survey for roosting bats according to disturbance or removal of roosting habitat(trees and accepted protocol.The biologist will contact the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator,and/or CDFW if any buildings)within the project site. hibernation roosts or active nurseries are identified within the construction footprint.The biologist will submit a memorandum documenting compliance to the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator. Bat Exclusion and Deterrence. During ground-disturbing activities,if individuals or groups of bats are found within the construction footprint,the bats shall be safely excluded by either opening the roosting area to change lighting and airflow conditions,or by installing one-way doors,or other appropriate methods specified by the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator and/or CDFW.The contractor will leave the roost undisturbed by project-related activities for a minimum of one week after implementing exclusion and/or eviction activities.The contractor will not implement exclusion measures to evict bats from established maternity roosts.The Biologist will submit a memorandum documenting compliance to the RCA Monitoring Program Administrator. Cultural Resources Impact CUL-1:The Project area has moderate to high Mitigation Measure MM-CUL-1: Individual development projects or other ground disturbing activities such as Less than Significant potential for significant archaeological resources, installation of utilities,shall be subject to a Phase I cultural resources inventory on a project-specific basis prior including prehistoric and historic period archaeological to the City's approval of project plans.The study shall be carried out by a qualified archaeologist,defined as an deposits.Future development under the Project could archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for professional archaeology,and shall be significantly impact archaeological sites and/or sites of conducted in consultation with the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians and any other local Native American traditional cultural value to tribes.Development representatives expressing interest.The cultural resources inventory would consist of:a cultural resources occurring under the Project has the potential to result in records search to be conducted at the Eastern Information Center;scoping with the Native American Heritage significant impacts to these resources. Commission(NAHC)and with interested Native Americans identified by the NAHC;a pedestrian archaeological survey where deemed appropriate by the archaeologist;and recordation of all identified archaeological resources on California Department of Parks and Recreation 523 forms. If potentially significant cultural resources are encountered during the survey,the City shall require that the resources are evaluated for their eligibility for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources and for significance as a historical resource or unique archaeological resource per CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. Recommendations shall be made for treatment of these resources if found to be significant,in consultation with the City and the appropriate Native American groups,including the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians.Per CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.4(b)(3),project redesign and preservation in place shall be the preferred means of mitigation to avoid impacts to significant cultural resources,including prehistoric and historic archaeological sites,locations of importance to Native Americans,human remains,historical buildings,structures and landscapes.Methods of avoidance may include,but shall not be limited to, project re-route or re-design, project cancellation,or identification of protection measures such as capping or fencing.Consistent with CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.4(b)(3)(C), if it is demonstrated that resources cannot be avoided,the qualified archaeologist shall develop additional treatment measures,which may include data recovery or other appropriate measures,in consultation with the City,the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians and any other local Native American representatives expressing interest.The City shall conduct consultation with the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians,and any other local Native American representatives expressing interest,on a project-specific basis. In addition,the project proponent shall retain archaeological monitors and Native American monitors during ground-disturbing activities that have the potential to impact significant cultural resources as determined by a Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 12 ESA/ Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation qualified archaeologist in consultation with the City,the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians,and any other local Native American representatives expressing interest in the project. During project-level construction,should prehistoric or historic subsurface cultural resources be discovered,all activity in the vicinity of the find shall stop and a qualified archaeologist will be contacted to assess the significance of the find according to CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. If any find is determined to be significant,the archaeologist shall determine,in consultation with the City,the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians,and any other local Native American groups expressing interest,appropriate avoidance measures or other appropriate mitigation.Per CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.4(b)(3), project redesign and preservation in place shall be the preferred means to avoid impacts to significant cultural resources.Methods of avoidance may include,but shall not be limited to,project re-route or re-design,project cancellation,or identification of protection measures such as capping or fencing.Consistent with CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.4(b)(3)(C),if it is demonstrated that resources cannot be avoided,the qualified archaeologist shall develop additional treatment measures in consultation with the City,which may include data recovery or other appropriate measures.All significant cultural materials recovered will be,as necessary and at the discretion of the consulting archaeologist and in consultation with the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians,and any other local Native American groups expressing interest,subject to scientific analysis,professional museum curation,and documentation according to current professional standards. Impact CUL-2:Construction activities associated with Mitigation Measure MM-CUL-2: Project-level development involving ground disturbance and containing Significant and implementation of the Project could cause a substantial structures 50 years old or older shall be subject to a historic built environment survey,and potentially historic Unavoidable adverse change in the significance of a historical structures shall be evaluated for their potential historic significance,prior to the City's approval of project plans. resource as defined in CEQA Guidelines Section The survey shall be carried out by a qualified historian or architectural historian meeting the Secretary of the 15064.5,including the Gonzalez Adobe and other Interior's Standards for Architectural History. If potentially significant resources are encountered during the structures that are 50 years or older. survey,demolition or substantial alteration of such resources identified shall be avoided.If avoidance of identified historic resources is deemed infeasible,the City shall require the preparation of a treatment plan to include,but not limited to,photo-documentation and public interpretation of the resource.The plan will be submitted to the City for review and approval prior to implementation. Impact CUL-3:The potential exists for significant Mitigation Measure MM-CUL-3: For project-level development involving ground disturbance,a qualified Less than Significant paleontological resources to be located beneath the paleontologist shall be retained to determine the necessity of conducting a study of the project area(s)based on ground surface in the Project area.Construction the potential sensitivity of the project site for paleontological resources. If deemed necessary,the paleontologist activities could result in the inadvertent discovery and shall conduct a paleontological resources inventory designed to identify potentially significant resources.The damage of these paleontological resources,which paleontological resources inventory would consist of:a paleontological resources records search to be would be a significant impact. conducted at the San Bernardino County Museum and/or other appropriate facilities;a field survey where deemed appropriate by the paleontologist;and recordation of all identified paleontological resources.The paleontologist shall provide recommendations regarding additional work for the project. Impacts to significant paleontological resources,if identified,shall be avoided. In addition,the project proponent shall retain paleontological monitors during construction for ground-disturbing activities that have the potential to impact significant paleontological resources as determined by a qualified paleontologist. In the event that paleontological resources are discovered,the project proponent will notify a qualified paleontologist.The paleontologist will document the discovery as needed,evaluate the potential resource,and assess the significance of the find under the criteria set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. If fossil or Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 13 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation fossil bearing deposits are discovered during construction,excavations within 50 feet of the find will be temporarily halted or diverted until the discovery is examined by a qualified paleontologist,in accordance with Society of Vertebrate Paleontology standards.The paleontologist will notify the appropriate agencies to determine procedures that would be followed before construction is allowed to resume at the location of the find. If avoidance is determined to be infeasible,the qualified paleontologist shall implement a paleontological mitigation program. At each fossil locality,field data forms shall be used to record pertinent geologic data, stratigraphic sections shall be measured,appropriate sediment samples shall be collected and submitted for analysis,and any other activities necessary for the timely and professional documentation and removal of fossils.Any fossils encountered and recovered shall be prepared to the point of identification,catalogued,and donated to a public,non-profit institution with a research interest in the materials.Accompanying notes,maps, and photographs shall also be filed at the repository. Impact CUL-4:Ground-disturbing construction Mitigation Measure MM-CUL-4: Project-level development involving ground disturbance within the Project Less than Significant conducted throughout the Project area that is area shall address the potential discovery and proper treatment of human remains,which is always a potential associated with implementation of the Project could in areas that have not been previously disturbed or only partially disturbed through prior development.The City result in damage to previously unidentified human shall require that,if human remains are uncovered during project construction,work in the vicinity of the find remains. shall cease and the Riverside County coroner shall be contacted to evaluate the remains,following the procedures and protocols set forth in Section 15064.5(e)(1)of the CEQA Guidelines. If the County coroner determines that the remains are Native American,the coroner will contact the Native American Heritage Commission,in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5,subdivision(c),and Public Resources Code 5097.98(as amended by AB 2641).The NAHC will then designate a Most Likely Descendent of the deceased Native American,who will engage in consultation to determine the disposition of the remains. Geology,Soils,and Seismicity Impact GEO-1:Construction activities associated with Mitigation Measures MM-HYD-1a and MM-HYD-1b Less than Significant future development could disturb soils that are protected by vegetation or expose soils covered by asphalt or concrete,resulting in soil erosion and loss of topsoil. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Climate Change Implementation of the Project would not result in significant global warming or climate change impacts. Hazards and Hazardous Materials Impact HAZ-1:Construction activities occurring under Mitigation Measure MM-HAZ-1aFor individual development projects within the Project area,the applicant shall Less than Significant the Project may occur on sites containing retain a qualified environmental consulting firm to conduct a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment in contamination,which could result in releases of accordance with ASTM standard E1527-05 prior to building permit approval.Any recommendations made in the hazardous materials. Phase I report as well as any remediation as required by the overseeing agency shall be completed prior to commencement of any construction activities. Mitigation Measure MM-HAZ-1b:Any subsurface materials exposed during construction activities that appear suspect of contamination,either from visual staining or suspect odors,shall require immediate cessation of excavation activities and notification of the Riverside County Department of Environmental Health.Soils Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 14 ESA/ Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation suspected of contamination through visual observation or from observed odors,shall be segregated from other soils and placed on and covered by plastic sheeting and characterized for potential contamination in accordance with direction received from the County.If contamination is found to be present,any further proposed groundbreaking activities within areas of identified or suspected contamination shall cease and shall not resume until a site specific health and safety plan,prepared by a licensed professional and approved by Department of Environmental Health,has been completed and submitted to the City. Mitigation Measure MM-HAZ-1c:Any groundwater generated during construction dewatering shall be contained and profiled in accordance with Regional Water Quality Control Board(RWQCB)or Temecula Valley Regional Water Reclamation Facility requirements depending on whether water will be discharged to storm drains or sanitary sewers.Any water that does not meet permitted requirements by these two agencies shall be transported offsite for disposal at an appropriate facility,or treated,if necessary to meet applicable standards, prior to discharge in accordance with approval from the RWQCB or Temecula Valley Regional Water Reclamation Facility. Hydrology and Water Quality Impact HYD-1: Buildout of the Project would require Mitigation Measure MM-HYD-1a: Development construction that disturbs one acre or more individually shall Less than Significant demolition of existing structures, pavement breaking, comply with the NPDES Construction General Permit regulations in effect at the time so as not to violate any ditching,and excavation;these activities could expose water quality standards or waste discharge requirements.Compliance with the Construction General Permit and loosen sediment,which has the potential to mix with would include filing of a Notice of Intent with the SWRCB and the preparation of a SWPPP incorporating storm water runoff and degrade surface water quality. construction BMPs for control of erosion and sedimentation contained in stormwater runoff. Development Furthermore,construction would require the use of construction that disturbs less than one acre individually shall comply with the MS4 permit issued by the heavy equipment and construction-related chemicals, SDRWQCB in effect at the time so as not to violate any water quality standards or waste discharge such as concrete,asphalt,fuels,oils,antifreeze, requirements.Compliance with the MS4 permit for construction projects disturbing less than an acre would transmission fluid,grease,solvents and paints.These require the preparation of a construction BMP plan detailing erosion,sediment,and waste management control potentially harmful materials could be accidentally BMPs to be implemented throughout construction to be submitted and approved by the City of Temecula. spilled or improperly disposed of during construction Mitigation Measure MM-HYD-1 b:As a condition of approval,each future development project will be required and could wash into and pollute surface waters or to generate a project-specific Water Quality Management Plan(WQMP),as required by the City of Temecula groundwater,which would result in a significant impact Stormwater Ordinance and as specified in the City's Jurisdictional Runoff Management Plan,which will ensure to water quality. that the project implements specific water quality features to meet the City's MS4 Permit and Stormwater Ordinance requirements.Potential BMPs required by the WQMP include scheduling,minimization of vegetation disturbance,sandbags,vehicle fueling and maintenance in designated areas,and storm drain stenciling.This WQMP shall be reviewed and approved by the City of Temecula prior to the issuance of a building or grading permit. Impact HYD-2:Chemicals used during the operation of Mitigation Measures MM-HYD-1a and MM-HYD-1 b,as discussed above Less than Significant the new commercial and residential structures could potentially discharge into surface waters either directly or during storm water runoff events,resulting in degradation of surface water quality. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 15 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation Impact HYD-3:Construction of the proposed Mitigation Measure MM-HYD-1a,as discussed above Less than Significant development within the Project area would require activities such as pavement breaking,ditching,and excavation,which could temporarily alter the existing site's ground surface and drainage patterns,which could result in significant impacts related to water quality. Impact HYD-4: New development within the Project Mitigation Measures MM-HYD-1a and MM-HYD-1b,as discussed above Less than Significant area and changes in the extent of permeable or impermeable surfaces would alter the direction and volume of overland flows during both wet and dry periods and could result in increases in polluted stormwater. Land Use and Planning Implementation of the Project would not result in significant land use impacts. Noise and Vibration Impact NOI-1:Construction activities occurring at each Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-1a: Prior to the issuance any grading or building permits for project-specific Significant and individual development site under the Project in the development,the applicant shall provide evidence to the City that the development will not exceed the City's Unavoidable Project area would expose their respective nearby land exterior noise standards for construction(see Table 3.10-5).If it is determined that City noise standards for uses to substantial increases in noise levels. construction activities would be exceeded,the applicant shall submit a construction-related exception request to Consequently,a substantial temporary or periodic the City Manager at least one week in advance of the project's scheduled construction activities,along with the increase in ambient noise levels would occur at the off- appropriate inspection fee(s),to ensure that the project's construction noise levels would be granted an site land uses. exception from the noise standards set forth in Section 9.20.040 of the City of Temecula Municipal Code. If a construction-related exception request is denied by the City,design measures shall be taken to reduce the construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible to achieve compliance with the City's construction noise standards.These measures may include,but are not limited to,the erection of noise barriers/curtains,use of advanced or state-of-the-art mufflers on construction equipment,and/or reduction in the amount of equipment that would operate concurrently at the development site. Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-1b: Project-specific development located within the Project area shall: • Ensure that noise and groundborne vibration construction activities whose specific location on a construction site may be flexible(e.g.,operation of compressors and generators,cement mixing,general truck idling)shall be conducted as far as possible from the nearest noise-and vibration-sensitive land uses. • Ensure that the use of construction equipment or construction methods with the greatest peak noise generation potential will be minimized. Examples include the use of drills and jackhammers.When impact tools(e.g.,jack hammers,pavement breakers,and caisson drills)are necessary,they shall be hydraulically or electrically powered wherever possible to avoid noise associated with compressed air exhaust from pneumatically powered tools.Where use of pneumatic tools is unavoidable,an exhaust muffler on the compressed air exhaust shall be used;this muffler can lower noise levels from the exhaust Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 16 ESA/ Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation by up to about 10 dBA. External jackets on the tools themselves shall be used where feasible;this could achieve a reduction of 5 dBA.Quieter procedures,such as use of drills rather than impact tools,shall be used whenever feasible. • Locate stationary construction noise sources away from adjacent receptors and muffled and enclosed within temporary sheds,incorporate insulation barriers,or other measures to the extent feasible. • Ensure that all construction truck traffic is restricted to routes approved by the City of Temecula,which shall avoid residential areas and other sensitive receptors,to the extent feasible. • Designate a construction relations officer to serve as a liaison with surrounding residents and property owners who is responsible for responding to address any concerns regarding construction noise and vibration.The liaison's telephone number(s)shall be prominently displayed at construction locations. • Hold a preconstruction meeting with the City's job inspectors and the general contractor or onsite project manager to confirm that noise and vibration mitigation and practices(including construction hours,sound buffers, neighborhood notification,posted signs,etc.)are implemented. Impact N0I-2:Construction activities occurring at each Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-2a:The operation of construction equipment that generates high levels of Significant and individual development site under the Project in the vibration,such as large bulldozers,loaded trucks,and caisson drills,shall be prohibited within 45 feet of Unavoidable Project area may expose their respective off-site residential structures and 35 feet of institutional structures during construction of any project-specific residential and institutional land uses to vibration levels development in the Project area,to the extent feasible.Small,rubber-tired construction equipment shall be used that would exceed the applicable FTA vibration within this area during demolition and/or grading operations to reduce vibration effects where feasible. thresholds for building damage and human annoyance Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-2b:Operation of jackhammers shall be prohibited within 25 feet of existing for residential and institutional land uses. residential structures and 20 feet of institutional structures during construction activities associated with any project-specific development in the Project area,to the extent feasible. Impact N0I-3:New developments within the Project Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-3: For project-specific development,the applicant shall provide evidence to the Less than Significant area may introduce noise levels that could exceed the City that operational noise levels generated by the development would exceed the City's permissible exterior City's exterior noise standards at existing properties that noise standards.If City noise standards would be exceeded,design measures shall be taken to ensure that are located adjacent to and/or near the new operational noise levels would be reduced to levels that comply with the permissible City noise standards. development sites. These measures may include,but are not limited to,the erection of noise walls,use of landscaping,and/or the design of adequate setback distances for the new developments. Impact N0I-4:New developments within the Project Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-4a: Individual development projects shall minimize noise impacts from Less than Significant area could expose nearby sensitive resources to noise mechanical equipment,such as ventilation and air conditioning units,by locating equipment away from receptor levels exceeding 5 dBA due to operation of HVAC areas,installing proper acoustical shielding for the equipment,and incorporating the use of parapets into equipment. building design to ensure that noise levels do not exceed the ambient noise level on the premises of existing development by more than five decibels. Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-4b: Prior to City approval of a residential development project within the Project area,the applicant shall provide documentation to the City that all exterior windows associated with a proposed residential development will be constructed to provide a sufficient amount of sound insulation to ensure that interior noise levels would be below an Ldn or CNEL of 45 dB in any habitable room. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 17 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation Impact NOI-5:Due to changes in the community noise Mitigation Measure MM-NOI-5: Prior to City approval of a project-specific development within the Project area, Less than Significant environment in the Project area over the proposed the applicant shall provide evidence to the City that the City's noise/land use compatibility standards are met for Project's 20-year buildout period,the new land use the land use being developed.Measures that can be taken to ensure compliance with the City's noise/land use developments proposed in the Project area may not compatibility standards include,but are not limited to,the erection of noise walls,use of landscaping,and/or the meet the applicable noise/land use compatibility noise design of adequate setback distances. standards established by the City. Population and Housing Implementation of the Project would not result in significant population and housing impacts. Public Services Implementation of the Project would not result in significant public services impacts. Transportation and Traffic Impact TRA-1: The Project would result in significant Mitigation Measure MM-TRA-1:The City shall monitor the performance of the intersections listed below on an Less than Significant impacts at the following intersections under the Existing on-going basis and ensure that signal timing optimization occurs at these intersections prior to or concurrent (2013)Plus Project Conditions: with Project-related development that would increase the AM peak-hour delay by more than two seconds. 1. Ynez Road&Winchester Road . Ynez Road&Winchester Road—AM peak hour(Project's fair-share contribution for this mitigation 12. Nicholas Road&Winchester Road measure is 10 percent) • Nicholas Road&Winchester Road—AM peak hour(Project's fair-share contribution for this mitigation measure is 5 percent) Prior to the issuance of the initial building permit for each project-specific development within the Project area, the applicant shall pay its fair share,as determined by the City,toward the signal timing optimization for the intersections listed herein. Impact TRA-2:The Project would result in significant Mitigation Measure MM-TRA-2:The City shall monitor the performance of the intersections listed below on an Less than Significant impacts at the following intersections under Future Year on-going basis and ensure that the following improvements occur at these intersections prior to or concurrent (2035)Plus Project conditions: with Project-related development that would increase the AM peak-hour delay by more than two seconds. 4. Jefferson Avenue at Cherry Street/Proposed . At the intersection of Jefferson Avenue at Cherry Street/Proposed French Valley Parkway,the westbound French Valley Parkway—AM peak hour approach lane shall be re-configured from one left turn lane,two through lanes,and a shared through-right 13.Winchester Road at Murrieta Hot Springs Road— turn lane to two left turn lanes,one through lane and one shared lane(Project's fair-share contribution is AM peak hour 10 percent). 26. 1-15 Southbound Ramps and Temecula Parkway • At the intersection of Winchester Road and Murrieta Hot Springs Road,add a right-turn overlap traffic —AM peak hour signal phase to the southbound direction(Project's fair-share contribution is 5 percent). • At the 1-15 Southbound Ramps and Temecula Parkway,add an exclusive right-turn lane to the northbound direction(Project's fair-share contribution is 5 percent). Prior to the issuance of the initial building permit for each project-specific development within the Project area, the applicant shall pay its fair share,as determined by the City,toward the improvements for the intersections listed herein. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 18 ESA/ Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Significance after Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Mitigation Utilities and Water Supply Assessment Impact UTL-1:The buildout of the Project would result in Mitigation Measure MM-UTL-1 a:Prior to the issuance of construction permits for a project-specific Less than Significant the need for larger diameter or parallel sewer lines for development within the Project area,the project applicant shall pay its fair share of Eastern Municipal Water three lengths of sewer pipe within the Project area,and the District mitigation fees to upsize the impacted sewer pipelines at Jefferson Avenue,via Montezuma and Del Rio need to increase the capacity of the Temecula Valley Road. RWRF to handle an additional 0.8 mgd of wastewater Mitigation Measure MM-UTL-1b: Prior to issuance of construction permits for a project-specific development flow;the construction of which could result in significant within the Project area,the project applicant shall pay Eastern Municipal Water District's then in effect Financial environmental effects. Participation Charge associated with obtaining sewer service. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 19 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Proposed Project The City of Temecula is processing a City-initiated Specific Plan Amendment(LR17-0724)for Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area in Temecula. The proposed amendment to the existing Specific Plan would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed clarification amendments to the Uptown Specific Plan include various typo corrections as well as, clarifications for the setbacks of buildings and parking spaces,the placement and/or relocation of utilities, legal non-conforming uses, and the allowance of certain land uses as required by state law.No construction activities are proposed as part of the recommendation; the minor amendments only clarify standards for future development projects. Comparison of Approved and Proposed Project For the purposes of this Addendum,the Approved Project is used as a baseline for the analysis. As described above, full implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would increase the density and intensity of existing Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area of Temecula. The new development is assumed to replace all existing development in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area,which currently totals approximately 3,800,00 square feet. The Project development scenario would yield approximately 1.7 million square feet of commercial development, 3,726 dwelling units, and 315 hotel rooms, of development at buildout. over a 20-year time period. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan replaced the seven existing zoning designations(Community Commercial, Service Commercial,Highway Tourist Commercial, Business Park, Industrial Park, Public Institutional, and Open Space Conservation)with new use and development regulations and standards for the Specific Plan area. As described above,the proposed amendment to the existing Specific Plan would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials,street lighting,street trees,and understory plants.The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. 9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting The Project area is approximately 2.3 miles long and encompasses approximately 560 acres located in the northwestern area of Temecula,bounded by Cherry Street on the north, I-15 on the east,Rancho California Road on the south,and Diaz Road on the west(Figure 1). The Project area is characterized by an eclectic mix of automobile-oriented strip commercial/retail, office, and light industrial development(Figure 2). The total existing building area is approximately 3,800,000 square feet. Typical uses in the Project area include religious facilities,government facilities, office uses, general retail, service commercial, automobile-oriented uses,restaurants (drive-thru and sit down),industrial uses, and hotels. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 20 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Figure 1 Project Location Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 21 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Figure 2 Existing Conditions Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 22 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum 10. Required Approvals The following approvals are required as a part of this project: • Specific Plan Amendment to amend: • Update the Specific plan to clarify language in the Specific Plan • Amendment to the Specific Plan to create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The City of Temecula is the lead agency and the approvals of other public agencies are not required. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 23 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Environmental Checklist This section addresses each of the environmental issues discussed in the Certified PEIR and subsequent CEQA documents to determine if the currently proposed Project has the potential to create new significant impacts or a result in a substantial increase in the severity of a significant impact as compared to what was identified in the Certified PEIR and subsequent CEQA documents. Additionally,impacts are compared to existing on-the-ground conditions. As described above,the approved Uptown Temecula Specific Plan and Certified PEIR are also referred to as the"Approved Project."Topics that were scoped out in the Certified PEIR's Initial Study,hereby referred to simply as Certified PEIR, are included in this analysis. I. Aesthetics Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): the"Approved Project' Specific Plan PER 1. AESTHETICS—Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? ❑ ❑X b) Substantially damage scenic resources,including,but not ❑ ❑X limited to,trees,rock outcroppings,and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or ❑ ❑X quality of the site and its surroundings? d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would ❑ ❑X adversely affect daytime or nighttime views in the area? Discussion a) Scenic Vista The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in a less- than-significant impact or no impact to scenic vista. The proposed Project would be within the density parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not plan for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. The proposed Project merely amends the existing Specific Plan and would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials,street lighting, street trees, and understory plants.The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed.Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to scenic vista that was not previously considered. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant with implementation of mitigation measures. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 24 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum b) Scenic Resources The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in less- than-significant impact or no impact to scenic resources. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus, the proposed Project would not result in an impact to scenic resources that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus, impacts would be less than significant with implementation of mitigation measures. c) Visual Character The Certified PEIR determined that the visual character of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area would be altered through the encouragement of higher density/intensity development that would reduce setbacks,place buildings closer to the roadways, incorporate"complete streets" concepts and other related improvements in order to increase the vibrancy of the area and encourage pedestrian activity. In addition,there would be an adoption of a form-based code that would define development regulations,including building disposition on a lot,building height, building massing,parking and development density and intensity,to better facilitate urban design and a pedestrian-friendly environment. Design standards contained in the Specific Plan provides architectural guidelines, setbacks, sidewalk widths, signage standards, a streetscape and landscaping plan, and lighting standards in order to create a cohesive and well-recognizable character for the area. Therefore,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan aims to enhance rather than degrade the visual character of the area and impacts would be less than significant. The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees,and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to visual character that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant with implementation of mitigation measures. d) Light and Glare The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is largely built out and,therefore, includes existing sources of light and glare. The nighttime lighting environment surrounding the site mainly consists of passing vehicle headlights, street lighting, lighting of the I-15 corridor, and building lighting from commercial and industrial uses. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 25 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Surface parking lots currently within the specific plan area are the only substantial source of glare from sunlight or artificial light reflecting from cars. These lots include one large surface parking lot on Bueking Drive, located behind the Foundation for Course in Miracles Education Center; one along Via Montezuma, east of Best for Less Tires in the auto-oriented use area; a large parking area associated with Winchester Square; and two large parking surface lots located on Calle Cortez and Del Rio Road for the Old Adobe Plaza Shopping Center. The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials,street lighting,street trees,and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed.The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered.Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to light and glare that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus, impacts would be less than significant with implementation of mitigation measures. II. Air Quality Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): the"Approved Project' Specific Plan PEIR 3. AIR QUALITY— Where available,the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the Project: a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable El 0 air quality plan? b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially El 0 to an existing or projected air quality violation? c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any El 0 criteria pollutant for which the project region is non- attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard(including releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant El concentrations? e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people? Discussion As discussed in Certified PEIR Section 3.2,Air Quality,buildout of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area was determined to result in significant and unavoidable impacts with regard to construction and operational emissions. The Certified PEIR determined that the construction pursuant to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan and resulting emissions would exceed South Coast Air Quality Management District(SCAQMD)regional significance thresholds for,nitrogen oxides (NOx) and reactive organic gas(ROG). However, even with compliance with applicable Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 26 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum SCAQMD rules and mitigation measures specified in the Certified PEIR, emissions would still exceed SCAQMD's applicable significance thresholds. Therefore,the Certified PEIR found impacts from construction pursuant to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be significant and unavoidable. The Certified PEIR found that implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in significant and unavoidable long-term operational impacts from operational emissions due to increased vehicle trips and associated emissions. However, during operation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan,traffic generated as the result of full buildout is not predicted to result in the formation of localized CO hotspots at impacted roadway intersections. With respect to toxic air contaminants(TACs),the land uses analyzed in the Certified PEIR could potential expose receptors to TACs from mobile sources on I-15 to an extent that health risks could result. As the existing auto-oriented retail and light industrial facilities generally emit greater amounts of TACs than residential, office,hotel, or commercial uses,the removal of these uses would result in a reduction in the amount of existing TAC emissions in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. Mitigation measures such as relocating the residential development beyond 500 feet of the freeway would reduce concentrations of TAC that sensitive receptors would be exposed to. Odors from construction pursuant to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan were found to be less than significant. During the construction phases for each of the new developments that would occur in the Project area over the course of the buildout period,exhaust from equipment and activities associated with the application of architectural coatings and other interior and exterior finishes may produce discernible odors typical of most construction sites. Such odors would be a temporary source of nuisance to adjacent uses,but because they are temporary and intermittent in nature,would not be considered a significant environmental impact. Therefore,impacts associated with objectionable odors would be less than significant. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan was determined to be consistent with the applicable air quality plan because it would not increase the allowable density in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area from densities allowed under the General Plan. The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan is consistent with the growth assumptions contained in the Air Quality Management Plan(AQMP),which is the air quality plan for the region. a) Air Quality Plans The 2012 Air Quality Management Plan was applicable to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan at the time of the analysis. Since then,the 2016 AQMP has been released. Projects that are consistent with the regional population,housing, and employment forecasts identified by SCAG are considered to be consistent with the AQMP growth projections, since the forecast assumptions by SCAG forms the basis of the land use and transportation control portions of the AQMP.Additionally,because SCAG's regional growth forecasts are based upon, among other things, land uses designated in general plans, a project that is consistent with the land use designated in a general plan would also be consistent with the SCAG's regional forecast projections, and thus, also with the AQMP growth projections. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 27 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum No additional construction activities are anticipated for Specific Plan Amendment project, therefore there will be no additional environmental impacts to air quality than anticipated under the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant. b) Air Quality Standards The Certified PEIR did not perform quantitative emissions calculations for the construction emissions from individual implementation of projects within the entire Uptown Temecula Specific Plan,but conservatively assumed 5.7 percent of buildout of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan per year. These emissions could exceed SCAQMD significance thresholds even with implementation of mitigation,resulting in a significant and unavoidable impact. No additional construction activities are anticipated for the proposed Specific Plan Amendment, therefore there will be no additional environmental impacts to air quality. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be significant and unavoidable as there are no other feasible mitigation measures available to reduce these impacts at this program level. c) Cumulative The SCAQMD's project-specific and cumulative significance thresholds are the same,and projects that exceed the project-specific significance thresholds are considered to be cumulatively considerable. Projects that do not exceed the project-specific thresholds are not considered to be cumulatively significant. As discussed above,no additional construction activities are anticipated for the proposed Project,therefore there will be no additional environmental impacts to air quality. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR. d) Sensitive Receptors No additional construction activities are anticipated for the proposed Specific Plan Amendment, therefore there will be no additional environmental impacts to sensitive receptors. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant with mitigation. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 28 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum e) Odors The Project would not introduce any new sources of odors not previously considered and analyzed in the Certified PEIR. Therefore,the Specific Plan Amendment would not result in any new significant odor impacts nor would it result in a substantial increase in the severity of impacts compared to those identified in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant. III. Biological Resources Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): the"Approved Project' Specific Plan PEIR 4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES—Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect,either directly or through ❑ ❑X habitat modifications,on any species identified as a candidate,sensitive,or special-status species in local or regional plans,policies,or regulations,or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service? b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or ❑ ❑X other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans,policies,regulations,or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service? c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected ❑ ❑X wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including,but not limited to,marsh,vernal pool,coastal, etc.)through direct removal,filling,hydrological interruption,or other means? d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native ❑ resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting ❑ biological resources,such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat ❑ Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local,regional,or state habitat conservation plan? Discussion Topography within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is generally flat with elevations ranging from 304 to 335 meters(1,000 to 1,100 feet) above mean sea level. The majority of the Project is developed;however,the area also includes large open space/conservation parcels that are owned by the Riverside County Flood Control District. These parcels total approximately 240 acres and represent the largest land use within the Project. These parcels are comprised of disturbed/ruderal vegetation near the northwestern end to wetlands and riparian/riverine resources within Murrieta Creek, along the western edge of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. Both Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 29 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum natural drainages and artificial stormwater management channels direct on-site generated stormwater from the adjacent developments and open vacant lots into Murrieta Creek. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area supports a variety of vegetation communities including meadows and marshes,riparian scrub/woodland/forest, and disturbed/open vacant land that may provide habitat for a variety of common wildlife species. Based on previous experience within the region,general wildlife species expected to occur on or within the vicinity of the Project include, but are not limited to: Anna's hummingbird(Calypte arena),black phoebe(Sayornis nigricans), bushtit(Psaltriparus minimus), California thrasher(Toxostoma redivivum), California towhee (Melozone crissalis), California quail(Callipepla californica), Cooper's hawk(Accipiter cooperii),lesser goldfinch(Spinus psaltria), acorn woodpecker(Melanerpes formicivorus),red- tailed hawk(Buteo jamaicensis),roadrunner(Geococcyx californianus), spotted towhee(Pipilo maculatus),turkey vulture(Cathartes aura),white-tailed kite(Elanus leucurus),wren (Thryomanes sp.),coyote(Canis latrans),bobcat(Lynx rufus),and mule deer(Odocoileus hemionus). Plant communities,identified below, are defined according to the MSHCP Collapsed Vegetation Communities Classifications, and are based on the Riverside County Land Information System 2005 plant community/vegetation data. This information represents the best currently available information for a program-level analysis. Table 3 from the PEIR shows the vegetation community acreages for the Project site. As specific projects are proposed,on-site habitat surveys should be conducted for a more accurate depiction of habitat type. The total acreage listed in Table 3 for the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is higher than the 560 acres defined in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan, due to the fact that the vegetation communities map is based on the total land area falling within the overall Uptown Temecula Specific Plan boundary,while the 560 acres listed in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan description is based on parcel data and excludes streets, easements, and other such areas that are not included in parcel data;thus,the acreage upon which the vegetation communities map is based is higher. TABLE 3 2005 COUNTY VEGETATION COMMUNITY ACREAGES WITHIN THE PROJECT SITE Vegetation Community Acres Developed 351.6 Disturbed/Ruderal 176.1 Meadows and Marshes 74.9 Open Water/Reservoir/Pond 10.9 Riparian Scrub/Woodland/Forest 8.5 Grand Total 622.0 A total of 26 species of plants were recorded within a one-mile radius of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area in the California Natural Diversity Database(CNDDB) and within the United States Geological Survey Murrieta 7.5-minute quadrangle in the CNPS, and were evaluated for potential occurrence based on elevations and the type and quality of soils and habitats present Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 30 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. Environmental conditions within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area are considered suitable for 21 species of plants considered to have a moderate or high potential to occur on-site. Potential impacts to the special-status plants identified would include trampling, crushing, grubbing,trimming or completely removing the plants or their habitat during construction. Also, construction equipment could introduce invasive weeds that could out-compete special status plants. Impacts to special status plants are considered significant. A total of 27 special-status wildlife species were recorded in the CNDDB and evaluated for potential occurrence within a one-mile radius of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Specific area based on the type and quality of habitat mapped by the County in 2005 and aerial photographs. Additional species not identified by the CNDDB but are known to occur within the vicinity of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Specific area based on previous experience in the City of Temecula and the surrounding region were also added identified. Environmental conditions within the Project area are considered suitable for 24 species of wildlife considered to have a moderate or high potential to occur on-site. To mitigate potentially significant impacts to special-status plants and wildlife,mitigation measures were recommended in the PEIR. Prior to any ground-disturbing activities for individual development projects,pre-construction clearance surveys shall be conducted in accordance with Section 6.0 of the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan(MSHCP) for special-status plant species in suitable habitat areas that will be subject to ground-disturbing activities. The surveys will be conducted in the appropriate season. All special-status plant species observed shall be marked and afforded a level of protection within 100 feet of the construction footprint,per the terms and conditions of the MSHCP. As appropriate,the special-status or habitats of concern mapping within the construction limits shall be updated. A biologist will provide verification and report through memorandum to the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority (RCA)Monitoring Program Administrator. Future development within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Specific area would result in a potential direct, indirect,temporary, and permanent impact to biological resources. However, as development occurs,mitigation measures would be implemented to reduce impacts to less than significant. a-0 Biological Resources The proposed Specific Plan Amendment would not result in additional construction activities than envisioned under the Certified PEIR. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant with mitigation. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 31 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum IV. Cultural Resources Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project" Specific Plan PEIR 5. CULTURAL RESOURCES—Would the project: a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of ❑ ❑X a historical resource as defined in§15064.5? b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of ❑ 0 an archaeological resource pursuant to§15064.5? c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological ❑ 0 resource or site or unique geologic feature? d) Disturb any human remains,including those interred ❑ 0 outside of formal cemeteries? Discussion The western portion of the Project area is bounded by Murrieta Creek, and the northern portion is bisected by Santa Gertrudis Creek,making the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area well suited to human habitation and use. The geoarchaeological review prepared for the Certified PEIR, indicated that portions of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area have a high to moderate probability for buried archaeological resources. This is also evidenced by the high number of prehistoric archaeological resources, some with buried deposits,recorded within and near the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Specific area. Previously recorded resources CA-RN-717, a prehistoric artifact scatter,and CA-RIV-644, a prehistoric temporary-use campsite with deep midden deposits, are located within the Project area(Schlanger, 1974).Additionally,prehistoric site CA-RIV-237, a possible village site with midden soil, is located west of Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area on the opposite bank of Murrieta Creek(Drover and Smith, 1991). Pechanga cultural resources specialists have indicated that they believe that CA-RIV-237 is part of the village of Qengva, and that the village may have encompassed the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. Based on the historic aerial and map review,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area has likely been used for agricultural purposes for over 100 years,and manifestations of those activities in the form of historic-period archaeological deposits may be present,possibly including those associated with the Gonzalez Adobe,which was constructed in 1879. Given the number and type of archaeological resources in the vicinity of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area, as well as the presence of Murrieta and Santa Gertrudis creeks and other natural water sources, and the area's long period of historic use,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area should be considered highly sensitive for the presence of archaeological resources. The Temecula General Plan Open Space Element calls for the City to work to preserve or salvage potential archeological resources on sites proposed for future development through the development review and mitigation monitoring processes,as well as maintain an inventory of areas with archaeological sensitivity and historic sites. Given the high archaeological sensitivity of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area,previously unknown and unrecorded archaeological resources may be unearthed during excavation and grading activities for individual projects. This can occur even in already developed areas, as older buildings are known to have often been built Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 32 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum on top of or within archaeological deposits. Although much of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is already heavily developed,the potentially significant buried archaeological resources could nevertheless still exist within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area,beneath and between structures and roads. If previously undiscovered artifacts or remains are uncovered during excavation or construction, significant impacts could occur. In addition,future development under the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Specific could significantly impact sites of traditional cultural value to tribes. Representatives of the Pechanga Tribe indicate the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is sensitive for cultural resources,that the Project area is within an area traditionally inhabited by the Pechanga Tribe,and that several tribal named places, including the village of Qengva, existed within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. The Pechanga Tribe considers the Temecula area,including the Project area,to be part of a cultural landscape.Archaeological sites identified as a result of future development within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area could potentially contribute to the significance of this landscape or to other sites of traditional cultural value to tribes. Moreover,development within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area could include the construction of buildings up to eight stories in height,which could visually infringe on a cultural landscape. Potential impacts to Tribal resources, including the surrounding landscape, should be considered. Given the above,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan has the potential to adversely affect archaeological resources. Implementation of mitigation measures listed in Table 1 would reduce these impacts to less than significant. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is underlain by the Pauba Formation and Quaternary Alluvium(McLeod,2013).Although shallow deposits of the Quaternary Alluvium,which occur throughout much of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area, are not likely to contain significant vertebrate fossils, deeper deposits in the alluvium may very well contain non-renewable paleontological resources. Moreover,the Pauba Formation localities located in the northeastern portion of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area may contain significant non-renewable paleontological resources. The paleontological records search indicated that fossil localities have been documented in the vicinity of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area in Quaternary Alluvium and Pauba Formation sediments similar to those that occur within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. Temecula's General Plan(Implementation Program OS-26) requires that a paleontologist be retained to observe grading activities in areas where the probable presence of paleontological resources is identified. However, significant paleontological resources can be uncovered even in areas of low sensitivity, and it is possible that ground- disturbing construction activities associated with implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan could result in the inadvertent discovery of paleontological resources,which could be a significant impact. Implementation of mitigation measures would reduce these impacts to less than significant levels at this program-level of analysis. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 33 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum a-d) Cultural Resources The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus, the proposed Project would not result in an impact to cultural resources that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project." The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus,impacts would be less than significant with mitigation. V. Geology and Soils Seismicity Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project" Specific Plan PEIR 6. GEOLOGY and Soils— Would the project: a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects,including the risk of loss,injury,or death involving: i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault,as delineated ❑ ❑X on the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known fault?(Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42.) ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? ❑ ❑X iii) Seismic-related ground failure,including liquefaction? ❑ 0 iv) Landslides? ❑ 0 b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? ❑ 0 c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable,or that ❑ 0 would become unstable as a result of the project,and potentially result in on-or off-site landslide,lateral spreading,subsidence,liquefaction,or collapse? d) Be located on expansive soil,as defined in Table 18-1-B of 0 the Uniform Building Code(1994),creating substantial risks to life or property? e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of 0 septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 34 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Discussion a.i-iv) Seismically Induced Ground Shaking The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is located in a seismically active region with an active fault segment,the Wildomar segment of the Elsinore fault, intersecting the site, and another,the Willard fault segment,within 1,500 feet of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area boundary. In 2007, estimates by the Working Group on Earthquake Probabilities indicated a 97 percent chance that a magnitude 6.7 or greater earthquake would occur in the southern California region over the following 30 years (USGS,2008). The Elsinore Fault Zone is one of the faults considered capable of producing significant groundshaking. If not designed appropriately, a 6.7 or greater magnitude earthquake on the Elsinore or one of the other regional active faults could produce significant groundshaking within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area, causing damage to structures. Furthermore,the Uptown Temecula Specific area is essentially relatively level with very little topographical relief and generally not susceptible to landslides with the exception of the creek banks. The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Therefore,there will be no additional environmental impacts to geology, soils and seismicity. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant with mitigation. b) Soil Erosion Construction activities associated with future development of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan could disturb soils that are protected by vegetation or expose soils covered by asphalt or concrete, resulting in soil erosion and loss of topsoil. Implementation of mitigation measures MM-HYD-la and MM-HYD-Ib would reduce impacts to less than significant. The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus, the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 35 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would not be significant. c) Liquefaction The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Specific Plan area is a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction due to historic occurrences,the presence of unfavorable soils and shallow groundwater(CGS, 2007). Liquefaction at the site could result in loss of bearing pressure, lateral spreading, sand boils(liquefied soil exiting at the ground surface),and earthquake-induced settlement. Future earthquakes could potentially produce damaging effects at the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area,if proposed improvements are not adequately designed. Due to the location of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan in an area of high liquefaction potential,people could be harmed and structures may be damaged from earthquake-induced liquefaction,rapid settlement or other earthquake-induced ground failures. Because the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan is in a liquefaction hazard zone,pursuant to the Seismic Hazards Mapping Act of 1990, a geotechnical report must be prepared that evaluates and provides mitigation for potential liquefaction hazards. The investigation and mitigation recommendations must be made in accordance with the California Geological Survey, Special Publication 117A, Guidelines for Evaluating and Mitigating Seismic Hazards. Adherence to these requirements, which would include incorporation of industry standard measures of minimizing the potential for liquefaction through foundation design,treatment of site soils and/or replacement of liquefiable soils with engineered fills,would ensure that seismically induced ground failure is a less than significant impact to proposed development. The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of-way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus, the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant with mitigation. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 36 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum d) Expansive or Unstable Soils The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is relatively level with very little topographical relief and generally not susceptible to landslides with the exception of the creek banks. Development of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be required to adhere to City building code requirements,which include the preparation of a geotechnical investigation by a state licensed geotechnical engineer. The required geotechnical report for any new development or redevelopment would determine the susceptibility of the subject site to settlement and prescribe appropriate engineering techniques for reducing its effects. Where settlement and/or differential settlement is predicted, site preparation measures—such as use of engineered fill, surcharging, wick drains, deep foundations, structural slabs,hinged slabs, flexible utility connections, and utility hangers—could be used. These measures would be evaluated and the most effective, feasible, and economical measures recommended in a geotechnical report and incorporated into site design in accordance with building code requirements. Engineering recommendations included in the Project engineering and design plans would be reviewed and approved by the City. Therefore,with adherence to building code requirements the potential for unstable soils to adversely affect proposed improvements would be reduced to less than significant levels. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees,and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant with mitigation. e) Wastewater Disposal Development associated with the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would deliver wastewater to the Eastern Municipal Water District(EMWD)wastewater treatment plant in Temecula. Therefore,this issue is not applicable to the Project. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 37 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum VI. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project" Specific Plan PER 7. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS— Would the project: a) Generate greenhouse gas emissions,either directly or ❑ ❑X indirectly,that may have a significant impact on the environment? b) Conflict with an applicable plan,policy,or regulation ❑ FA adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases? Discussion The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would generate GHG emissions from a variety of sources. First,GHG emissions would be generated during construction of each of the project-specific developments under the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. Once each individual development is fully operational,the operations of those developments would generate GHG emissions from both area sources and mobile sources. Indirect source emissions that would be generated from operation of all the proposed developments in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area would also include electrical consumption,water and wastewater usage (transportation),and solid waste disposal. Mobile (direct) sources of air pollutants associated with the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would consist of motor vehicles trips generated by residents,employees, and visitors. As discussed previously, it was conservatively assumed in the air quality analysis that under a worst-case construction scenario approximately 5.7 percent of the total maximum development scenario would be constructed within any given year prior to Uptown Temecula Specific Plan buildout.For the purpose of determining the total construction GHG emissions that would be generated by full buildout of the Specific Plan area,the GHG emissions that would be generated under the worst-case construction scenario used in the air quality analysis were taken and proportionately extrapolated out to full(100 percent) development of the proposed land uses. TABLE 5 ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION-AND OPERATIONS-RELATED GHG EMISSIONS FOR THE PROJECT Project Emissions CO2e Emission Source (MT/yr) Project Construction Total 16,480 Construction(Amortized over 30 years) 549 Project Operationsa,b Mobile Sources 58,616 Electricity Consumption 16,694 Natural Gas Consumption 7,918 Water Consumption 4,463 Solid Waste 1,881 Area Source 1,184 Total(Project Construction and Operations)° 91,305 Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 38 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Project Emissions CO2e Emission Source (MT/yr) Existing Use Operations(To Be Removed)',' Mobile Sources 49,785 Electricity Consumption 17,950 Natural Gas Consumption 6,864 Water Consumption 3,094 Solid Waste 1,672 Area Source 0.10 Total(Existing Uses) 79,365 TOTAL PROJECT NET EMISSIONS 11,940 NOTES: CO2e=carbon dioxide equivalent;MT/yr=metric tons per year;see Appendix B for CalEEMod model outputs. a For the purpose of assessing the project's GHG emissions against the SCAQMD's recommended GHG efficiency threshold,which was developed based on a target date of 2020 in accordance with the requirements of AB 32, the Project's total operational emissions at full buildout were assumed to occur in 2020 even though the Project's buildout horizon extends beyond 2020. b For the purposes of conducting a conservative analysis,the Project's GHG operational emissions did not account for any emissions reductions resulting from the required compliance with the 2010 California Green Building Standards Code requirements. ` The project's total annual GHG emissions presented includes the annual operational emissions and the annual construction emissions that have been amortized over 30 years per SCAQMD methodology. The operational GHG emissions estimated for the existing developments in the Project area are for year 2020, which is the target date for the requirements of AB 32. e A future baseline for the GHG emissions associated with the existing uses is used in this analysis to provide an accurate comparison of the net difference in emissions between the Project and existing uses.When the GHG emissions associated with the existing uses at this future baseline is compared to the 2013 baseline emissions), the only change is a reduction in mobile source emissions.Given that mobile source emissions in California are expected to continually improve over time due to vehicle fleet turnover and the implementation of more advanced vehicle technologies,including lower emission fuels,it is reasonable to assume that future emissions in the Project area occurring without the Project would still experience a net decrease in mobile source GHG emissions. Doing so would prevent the overstating of the Project's net reduction in operational GHG emissions in the Project area.Thus,for these reasons,it is reasonable for the purpose of this analysis to use a future baseline for the GHG emissions generated by the existing uses. It should be further noted that starting in 2016,the updated Title 24 building requirements requires further reductions in energy consumption emissions by the residential and nonresidential developments associated with the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. The Certified PEIR analyzed the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan under compliance with the Title 24 building requirements. Thus, once the energy reductions from compliance with the 2014Title 24 building requirements are accounted for,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan `s net annual GHG emissions increase over the existing uses in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area would be less than the estimated 11,940 MTCO2e per year. Furthermore, as building standards would continue to be updated periodically over time (2016 Title 24 building requirements),the energy efficiencies of new residential and nonresidential buildings in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area would continue to improve as well over time. Thus, GHG emissions generated by the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be less than significant. As discussed in the impact analysis above,the GHG emissions generated by the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would not exceed the GHG efficiency threshold. Consequently,the implementation of the Project would not hinder the state's ability to achieve AB 32's goal of achieving 1990 levels of GHG emissions by 2020. Furthermore,emissions from vehicles,which are the main source of operational GHG emissions associated with the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan,would also be reduced through implementation of the state Pavley standards,the federal Corporate Average Fuel Economy(CAFE) standards, and the state LCFS. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 39 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would also allow for more mixed-use developments in a walkable,pedestrian-oriented environment through building placement, streetscape design, and a strong focus on the public realm when compared with the existing land uses in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan aims to establish an efficient and interconnected multi-modal mobility network through circulation and transit improvements, and enhance bicycle and pedestrian mobility in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area through the development of human-scaled streets,blocks, and alleys as well as incorporating public plazas and providing links with open spaces and recreational amenities. a) Greenhouse Gas Emission Impacts The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant. b) Applicable Plans, Policies, or Regulations The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as "Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus,impacts would be less than significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 40 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum VII. Hazards and Hazardous Materials Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project" Specific Plan PEIR 8. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS— Would the project: a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment ❑ ❑X through the routine transport,use,or disposal of hazardous materials? b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment ❑ ❑X through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely ❑ ❑X hazardous materials,substances,or waste within one- quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of ❑ ❑X hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and,as a result,would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, ❑ ❑X where such a plan has not been adopted,within two miles of a public airport or public use airport,would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip,would ❑ the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an ❑ adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, ❑ injury,or death involving wildland fires,including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? Discussion As described in the Certified PEIR, construction activities would require the use of certain hazardous materials such as fuels, oils, solvents,and glues. Inadvertent release of large quantities of these materials into the environment could adversely impact soil, surface waters,or groundwater quality. However,the onsite storage and/or use of large quantities of materials capable of impacting soil and groundwater are not typically required for the anticipated individual projects that would occur under the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. In addition, for any sites that would disturb more than one acre, a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)Permit for General Construction would be required which include measures that cover the transport,use, and disposal of hazardous materials during construction.With adherence to these existing regulations,the potential impact associated with routine transportation,use,and disposal of hazardous materials would be less than significant. Demolition of any existing structures, especially older structures where hazardous building materials such as asbestos,lead-based paint, and polychlorinated biphenyls(PCBs)were commonly used in construction, could be released during demolition activities and expose Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 41 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum construction workers,the public, or the environment. The level of potential impact is dependent upon the age, construction,and building materials in each building and the protocols employed for demolition. However,there are established measures that certified contractors commonly use to contain, store, and dispose of these hazardous materials in a manner that limits exposure. The first step towards appropriate handling and demolition is conducting thorough surveys to identify the presence of these materials. ACMs are regulated both as a hazardous air pollutant under the Clean Air Act and as a potential worker safety hazard under the authority of Cal-OSHA. Cal- OSHA also regulates worker exposure to lead-based paint. Potential exposure to these hazardous building materials can be reduced through appropriate use of personal protective equipment, isolation and containment of work areas,and placement of waste in approved transport containers. Proposed development facilitated under the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be expected to increase commercial and residential land uses and could involve a range of increased chemical products that are considered hazardous materials or hazardous waste. Exposure to hazardous chemicals through improper handling or through accidental upset conditions could cause acute or chronic health effects to the public and environment. Handling and use of these hazardous materials and the disposal of the resulting hazardous wastes would be required to follow the applicable laws and regulations. The net result of compliance would be the reduction of risks and hazards to workers,the public,and the environment to levels that would be considered acceptable. Hazardous materials would typically be stored in their original containers prior to use.As required,the hazardous materials would be stored in each building, in locations according to compatibility and in storage enclosures(i.e.,flammable material storage cabinets and biological safety cabinets)or in areas or rooms specially designed,protected, and contained for such storage, in accordance with applicable regulations. Hazardous materials would be handled and used in accordance with applicable regulations by personnel that have been trained in the handling and use of the material and that have received proper hazard-communication training. Hazardous materials reporting(i.e., California Hazardous Materials Business Planning, California Proposition 65 notification,and Emergency Planning and Community-Right-to-Know Act reporting)would be completed as required. Temporary construction activities associated with development under the proposed Project may involve limited quantities of gasoline,diesel fuel,hydraulic fluid, solvents, oils, and paints for the construction of individual,projects within the plan area. These materials would be transported along the roadways and temporarily stored onsite. Containment and spill cleanup is encompassed in the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan(SWPPP) discussed in Section 4.8,Hydrology and Water Quality,to prevent hazardous materials from spreading off the property. Hazardous materials being generated during construction would be disposed of as described in the required Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan(SWPPP). Therefore, as a condition of construction, compliance with existing regulations (NPDES)would address potential upsets and accidents limiting the potential impacts during construction to less than significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 42 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum As stated in the Certified PEIR, a number of sites within the plan area have been impacted by petroleum hydrocarbons from leaking underground storage tanks or other chemical constituents such as solvents associated with dry cleaning operations that could expose individuals to hazardous conditions resulting from exposure of contaminated soils or groundwater. Exposure of residents to underground hazardous wastes is considered a potentially significant impact.Areas impacted by former releases could expose construction workers or future residents to hazardous materials or hazardous wastes. Some of the sites listed have been closed indicating that there is no longer any contamination at levels that could adversely affect human health or the environment. Investigations and remediation efforts are generally required by overseeing agencies such as the County's Hazardous Materials Program,Regional Water Quality Control Board(RWQCB), and the Department of Toxic Substance Control(DTSC),which establish cleanup levels according to existing or proposed uses. hi general, soils contaminated from releases of petroleum hydrocarbons associated with Underground Storage Tanks(USTs)are found in limited areas around the origin of release and do not migrate very far offsite. Groundwater contamination, depending on a number of factors can migrate further. Solvents are generally very soluble in water and can be found to migrate well offsite. The former Dutch Dry Cleaners has been documented with releases of solvents that have been found in the underlying groundwater. In addition to the documented cases,there may be other sites where previously unidentified contamination is encountered. Implementation of the defined mitigation measures would reduce the potential impact related to sites with past releases of hazardous materials to less than significant levels. a—h) Hazards and Hazardous Materials The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would not be significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 43 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum VIII. Hydrology and Water Quality Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project" Specific Plan PEIR 9. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY— Would the project: a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge ❑ N requirements? b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere ❑ N substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level(e.g.,the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site ❑ N or area,including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river,in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on-or off-site? d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site ❑ N or area,including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river,or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner that would result in flooding on-or off-site? e) Create or contribute runoff water that would exceed the ❑ capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? ❑ g) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as ❑ mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map? h) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures that ❑ would impede or redirect flood flows? i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, ❑ N injury or death involving flooding,including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? j) Inundation by seiche,tsunami,or mudflow? ❑ N Discussion Of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area's 560 acres, approximately 240 acres are zoned open space,which are mostly pervious surfaces. The remaining acres are zoned for commercial and industrial uses;total existing building area in the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is approximately 3,800,000 square feet. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area overlies the Temecula Valley Groundwater Basin, which has a surface area of about 137 square miles. The basin is bounded by nonwater-bearing crystalline rocks of the Penninsular Ranges.Natural recharge of the basin's water-bearing alluvium is from direct precipitation and percolation in the Warm Springs, Tucalota, Santa Gertrudis,Murrieta,and Pechanga Creeks and the Temecula River. Groundwater flows to the southwestern part of the basin. Groundwater is generally unconfined, excluding beneath the Pauba Valley and near some faults that cut the basin. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 44 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum Murrieta Creek and Santa Gertrudis Creek are both listed as impaired on the State of California's 2010 list of impaired water bodies pursuant to provisions of Clean Water Act Section 303(d). Murrieta Creek is impaired by metals/metalloids,nutrients,pesticides and toxicity. Santa Gertrudis Creek is impaired by metals/metalloids,nutrients,pathogens, and pesticides. Buildout of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would require demolition of existing structures, pavement breaking, ditching, and excavation; these activities could expose and loosen building materials and sediment,which has the potential to mix with storm water runoff and degrade surface water quality. Furthermore, construction would require the use of heavy equipment and construction-related chemicals, such as concrete,cement, asphalt, fuels, oils, antifreeze, transmission fluid, grease, solvents and paints. These potentially harmful materials could be accidentally spilled or improperly disposed of during construction and could wash into and pollute surface waters or groundwater,which would result in a significant impact to water quality. Furthermore, implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would include both commercial and residential structures. The introduction of residential uses to an area previously containing only commercial and open space uses would introduce the potential for new or additional pollutants to be generated in the area(e.g.,pathogens,nutrients,pesticides, sediment, trash and debris, oxygen demanding substances, oil and grease). The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would also increase the amount of commercial development in the area,thus increasing the amount of commercial-related pollutants(organic compounds)potentially generated. Chemicals used during the operation of the new commercial and residential structures could potentially discharge into surface waters either directly or during storm water runoff events,resulting in degradation of surface water quality. Implementation of mitigation measures identified in the Certified PIER would ensure that construction-related and operation-related impacts on water quality would be less than significant. A portion of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area adjacent to Murrieta Creek containing both open space and commercial uses would be located in the 100-year flood zone.No structural development would occur in the open space area. However, existing commercial development would be subject to redevelopment and possibly higher density commercial or residential development. Thus,the Project would introduce housing or structures into a flood zone area that could potentially impede or redirect flood flows. However, specific building standards,as described within the flood damage prevention and floodplain management regulations of the City Development Code(Chapter 15.12 Floodplain Management) apply. In all areas of special flood hazards, all new construction and substantial improvements are required to comply with the Title 24 and follow standards identified for anchoring,use of flood-resistant building materials,use of adequate drainage paths,and elevating the structures to or above the base flood elevation. The City would also review development plans for future projects within the floodplain,to ensure compliance with City and FEMA floodplain development requirements. Furthermore,the City participates in the National Flood Insurance Program(NFIP),which makes flood insurance available to affected property owners within the 100-year floodplain. Therefore, impacts related to flooding are expected to be less than significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 45 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would not expose people to a significant risk of loss,injury or death involving inundation by a seiche,tsunami, or mudflow because the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is not located immediately near a coast or large body of water,nor does it have steep slopes. The closest large body of water to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan capable of causing a seiche is Lake Skinner Dam, located 6.4 miles away. The Specific Plan area is located approximately 28 miles from the Pacific Ocean,which is a large enough distance to avoid tsunami impacts. Additionally, due to the gently rolling hills located adjacent to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area,mudflows would not likely reach the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area.No impacts are anticipated as a result of the Project. Therefore,this impact threshold was not studied further. a j) Hydrology and Water Quality The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant. IX. Land Use and Planning Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project" Specific Plan PEIR 10. LAND USE AND LAND USE PLANNING— Would the project: a) Physically divide an established community? ❑ ❑X b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan,policy,or ❑ 0 regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including,but not limited to the general plan,specific plan, local coastal program,or zoning ordinance)adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or ❑ 0 natural community conservation plan? Discussion a) Community As discussed in the Certified PEIR,Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would facilitate the development of a more cohesive community and,therefore,would not physically divide an established community. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 46 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to community division that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus, impacts would be less than significant. b) Consistency with Land Use Plans As discussed in the Certified PEIR,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan is consistent with Southern California Association of Government(SLAG)policies from SCAG's Regional Comprehensive Plan and the 2008 Regional Transportation Plan. Furthermore, land uses for the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan was derived primarily from the City's existing uses and revised to reflect the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan's goals and guiding principles. As such,the land uses are generally compatible with existing uses in the area but would allow for more mixed-use in a walkable,pedestrian oriented environment through building placement, streetscape design, and a strong focus on the public realm through the Mixed Use Overlay. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan intends to facilitate in-fill development,public and private reinvestment in the area, and guide overall future revitalization of the area. Implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan requires a General Plan Amendment. modifying the City's existing General Plan Land Use Policy Map and sections in the Land Use Element to accommodate mixed-use areas that encourage live/work arrangements, and mixtures of compatible,pedestrian-oriented retail, office,public facilities,open space, and housing at activity nodes through urban design standards and regulations. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan does not conflict with the existing General Plan because the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan is consistent with goals and policies of the General Plan that aim to conserve natural resources and those that consider development compatibility. The proposed Project proposes new streets be added to the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan in order to create a grid pattern street network with smaller blocks and increased connectivity creating more pedestrian friendly and walkable neighborhoods and improved mobility throughout the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area. The location of new streets is proposed as a hypothetical street network to allow for flexibility in their location as development occurs. The hypothetical street network will be constructed as new development occurs where new block size standards are exceeded. The highest priority new streets are those that help complete overall connectivity within the District for example by resolving existing cul-de-sacs (as within the Sports District),creating strong Neighborhood connector streets(as at Commerce Center Drive) and completing connections to the community from west to east(as at Overland Drive). Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 47 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to hazards and hazardous materials that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR CONCLUSION: Same Impact as "Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus,impacts would be less than significant. c) Habitat Conservation The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in less-than- significant impact or no impact to habitat conservation. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus, the proposed Project would not result in an impact to habitat conservation that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus,impacts would not be significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 48 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum X. Noise Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project' Specific Plan PEIR 12. NOISE—Would the project result in: a) Exposure of persons to or generation of,noise levels in ❑ ❑X excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance,or applicable standards of other agencies? b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive ❑ ❑X groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels? c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels ❑ ❑X in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient ❑ ❑X noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, ❑ where such a plan has not been adopted,within two miles of a public airport or public use airport,would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? f) For a project located in the vicinity of a private airstrip, ❑ would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? Discussion As discussed in Certified PEIR, implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan could expose nearby sensitive receptors to noise and vibration levels that would result in potentially significant impact. Mitigation measures proposed in the Certified PEIR would reduce construction noise levels to less-than-significant.Vibration impacts due to construction would be minimized by use of administrative controls(such as scheduling construction activities with the highest potential to produce susceptible vibration to hours with least potential to affect nearby properties), and would result in a less-than-significant impact. However,pile-driving and other substantial impact equipment(e.g.,jackhammers) during construction would result in a significant and unavoidable impact(however,the proposed Project would not use pile-driving or other substantial impact equipment). Noise from increased traffic and stationary sources from the implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would increase noise levels by a maximum of 0.8 dBA(Ld„)over future traffic noise and would be less-than-significant.Vibration impacts with respect to operation would result in a less-than-significant impact. a-0 Noise The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 49 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would not be significant. XI. Population and Housing Potentially Significant Same or less impact than impact Not Identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project' Specific Plan PEIR 13. POPULATION AND HOUSING—Would the project: a) Induce substantial population growth in an area,either ❑ ❑X directly(for example,by proposing new homes and businesses)or indirectly(for example,through extension of roads or other infrastructure)? b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, ❑ 0 necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the ❑ 0 construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Discussion a) Population Growth As discussed in the Certified PEIR,the addition of 3,726 new residential dwelling units would generate a net population increase of approximately 10,805 residents. However,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would introduce mostly multi-family housing,which typically does not have as large a household size as single-family housing;therefore,the addition of 10,805 new residents represents a conservative estimate for population generated by the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. Based on this number,the development of the proposed residential uses would constitute approximately 68 percent of the population growth expected in the City between 2012 and 2035. Thus,the population associated with the proposed residential uses would be within the anticipated population growth for the city and would not exceed the projections on which the City has based plans related to provision of public services,utilities, and other amenities to maintain the current quality of life it provides its residents. In addition,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would generate new employment populations in the area,mostly in the retail,professional/business services,educational/health services, finance, and leisure/hospitality sectors(KMA, 2012). However,the new retail,hotel, and office space that would be developed under the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be accommodating demand for this type of commercial space that is projected to occur in the city and surrounding area (KMA,2012). Because most office and retail employees can be drawn from within a region's existing employment stock, it is not expected that new office and retail space would draw large numbers of new employees from outside of the region; and therefore would not result in a new population of employees that would result in growth inducement beyond that already projected for the City. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 50 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as "Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would be significant and unavoidable. b, c) Household Displacement There are no existing residential units or homes located within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area;therefore,no displacement of existing housing would occur. In addition,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would encourage mixed-use and residential projects and would result in additional housing opportunities.Therefore,there are no impacts related to these two threshold criteria. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact than"Approved Project."The proposed Project would result in less impacts than those identified in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would be less than significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 51 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum XII. Public Services Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project' Specific Plan PEIR 14. PUBLIC SERVICES—Would the project: a) Result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities,need for new or physically altered government facilities,the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts,in order to maintain acceptable service ratios,response times,or other performance objectives for any of the following public services: i) Fire protection? ❑ FA ii) Police protection? ❑ FA iii) Schools? ❑ FA iv) Parks? ❑ FA v) Other public facilities? ❑ FA Discussion a.i) Fire Protection As discussed in the Certified PEIR,new development from the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan could include a total of 3,726 new dwelling units within the plan area,which would result in a maximum of approximately 10,805 new residents in the Project area over the next 20 years. The new development and population would increase the demand for fire protection services, including emergency medical response, and could result in the need for additional personnel or fire protection facilities. Project-level conformance with City goals,policies and performance standards and payment of fees as required by the Municipal Code would reduce or avoid program-level impacts related to fire protection services to below a level of significance. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant. a.ii) Police Protection As discussed in the Certified PEIR,police protection services would be provided by the Temecula Police Department. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area is located in a developed Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 52 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum area that has officers routinely patrolling the area and would not require the police department to expand patrol routes. Police would be able to access the site through any of the main access roads,including those that define the Project boundary(Rancho California Road, Interstate 15, Cherry Street,Diaz Road)as well as connecting streets. In addition,the City of Temecula has developed impact fees to enable the expansion of police protection facilities,the addition of police protection personnel,and enables the City to obtain additional police equipment, as necessary. Future development would be subject to project-level CEQA analysis and mitigation, and be required to pay any impact fees prior to the issuance of building permits. Also,the police department has indicated that the Project would not result in the need for expanded or additional facilities to accommodate the additional officers.For these reasons,the Project would not result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered police facilities. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would be less than significant. a.iii) Schools As discussed,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in 10,805 new residents,which would generate an additional student population for the Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVSD). Implementation of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan is anticipated to generate 4,198 K-12 students;however,this represents a conservative estimate because the generation rates are based on single-family housing, and the multi-family housing Projects that would be developed under the Project typically do not have as large a household size as single-family housing. The schools serving the Project area would not have sufficient capacity to handle additional numbers of students generated by the Project. TVUSD plans to build additional schools in the area to accommodate future population growth in the next 10 to 15 years. In 1986,the State passed AB 2926 to assist in providing funding for school facilities to serve students generated by new development Projects. AB 2926 allowed school districts to collect impact fees from developers of new residential and commercial/industrial developments. These development fees are deemed to fully mitigate for impacts to schools caused by new development. The developer fees in 2013 were $2.97 per square foot of residential development and$0.47 per square foot school fee for commercial,industrial and federally qualified senior Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 53 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum housing.New rates have been approved that increased developer fees for residential development to $3.79 per square foot and commercial, industrial, and federally qualified senior housing to $0.61 per square foot(City of Temecula,2018). All residential and non-residential development would be required to pay the school fees in effect at the time of development. Therefore,Project impacts to schools are considered to be less than significant. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant. adv) Parks and Recreation As discussed above and in the Certified PIER,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would increase the population of the City of Temecula by introducing new residential units into the area. The additional 10,805 residents would increase the use of city parks. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan includes plans for a future sports park located at Cherry Street and Jefferson Avenue. The proposed approximately 56-acre sports park would provide additional park and recreational space for residents. The City of Temecula currently offers 3.1 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. The addition of 10,805 new residents would reduce the existing parkland ratio to 2.7 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. Therefore,in order to maintain the existing ratio, an additional 41 acres of new parkland would need to be provided. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would include a 56- acre park,which would result in a new ratio of 3.2 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. In addition,the City's General Plan includes the policy that the City shall require developers of residential projects greater than 200 units to dedicate land based on the park acre standard of 5 acres of usable parkland to 1,000 residents. In lieu of parkland dedication,the City of Temecula allows developers to pay impact fees to fairly distribute the costs of park expansion and maintenance to new development as stipulated by the Quimby Act. Future development would be subject to project-level CEQA analysis and mitigation, and be required to dedicate parkland or pay fees-in-lieu prior to the issuance of building permits. In addition, current developer fees are $6,626.17 per unit for attached units and$9,255.12 per unit for detached units (City of Temecula, 2018). While the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in an increase in demand for recreation facilities,payment of the developer fees and dedication of parkland or fees-in-lieu would offset Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 54 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum any increased deterioration of existing parks. Therefore,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in less than significant impacts related to recreational facilities. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact than"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would be significant and unavoidable. a.v) Libraries and Other Public Facilities The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would incrementally increase the demand for library services over the buildout timeframe of 20 years. However,the population increase generated by the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan(approximately 10,805 people) is accounted for in the City's anticipated population growth forecast of 118,900 people by 2035 (SLAG,2012). The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan is anticipated to have minimal impacts on library services and would not affect the County's ability to provide library services or create the need to construct new library facilities or expand existing facilities. Therefore,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in less than significant impacts to library services. There are a number of healthcare facilities that would have capacity to serve residents of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. These include the Rancho Springs Medical Center,which expanded its facilities and increased medical beds to 120 beds in 2011 to accommodate the growth in the region, and the Inland Valley Medical Center,which has expanded its facilities and the size of the emergency department and intensive care unit to 122 beds. In addition,Universal Health Services has opened and expanded its emergency departments in Murrieta and has opened the new Temecula Valley Hospital,which consists of a 140-bed hospital, a 20-bed intensive care unit(ICU), a Consolidated Treatment Unit, a cardiac catheterization lab and a fitness rehabilitation center. This hospital is located approximately 3.2 miles southeast of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan site and would serve the future residents of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. Given the capacity of the existing healthcare facilities,the population generated by the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be adequately served by the existing facilities and impacts related to the expansion or provision of additional healthcare facilities would be less than significant. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 55 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact than"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would be significant and unavoidable. XIII. Transportation/Traffic Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project' Specific Plan PEIR 16. TRANSPORTATIONITRAFFIC— Would the project: a) Conflict with an applicable plan,ordinance or policy ❑ ❑ establishing measures of effectiveness for the performance of the circulation system,taking into account all modes of transportation including mass transit and non-motorized travel and relevant components of the circulation system, including but not limited to intersections,streets, highways and freeways,pedestrian and bicycle paths,and mass transit? b) Conflict with an applicable congestion management program,including,but not limited to level of service standards and travel demand measures,or other standards established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways? c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns,including either an ❑ increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature ❑ (e.g.,sharp curves or dangerous intersections)or incompatible uses(e.g.,farm equipment)? e) Result in inadequate emergency access? ❑ f) Conflict with adopted policies, plans,or programs regarding ❑ public transit,bicycle,or pedestrian facilities,or otherwise decrease the performance or safety of such facilities? Discussion The discussion of potential impacts related to transportation and traffic is based on the Jefferson Avenue Specific Plan Transportation Impact Analysis(TIS),prepared by Fehr&Peers on March 23,2015. a) Plans, Ordinances, and Policies As discussed in the Certified PEIR,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be required to be consistent with adopted policies,plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation(i.e.,bus turnouts,bicycle racks). Furthermore,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would promote the use of bicycles,pedestrians, and transit. The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would incorporate several trails that connect to existing trails along Murrieta Creek,which would encourage Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 56 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum additional pedestrian travel. In addition,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would provide additional opportunities throughout the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area for sidewalks as new roadways are constructed,particularly west of Jefferson Avenue. These roadways would increase connectivity and create a more pedestrian-friendly environment. Finally,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would create a denser,mixed-use environment,which would encourage greater use of transit.No impacts are anticipated as a result of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be significant and unavoidable. b) Congestion Management Programs The focus of the Congestion Management Programs (CMP)is the development of an Enhanced Traffic Monitoring System in which real-time traffic count data can be accessed by Riverside County Transportation Commission(RCTC)to evaluate the condition of the Congestion Management System(CMS)as well as meet other monitoring requirements at the State and federal levels. Per the adopted level of service target of Level of Service(LOS)E,a deficiency plan is required when a CMS segment falls to LOS F. Preparation of a deficiency plan is the responsibility of the local agency where the deficiency is located. Other agencies identified as contributors to the deficiency also will be required to coordinate with the development of the plan. The plan must contain mitigation measures,including Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies and transit alternatives, and a schedule of mitigating the deficiency. To ensure that the CMS is appropriately monitored to reduce the occurrence of CMP deficiencies, it is the responsibility of local agencies,when reviewing and approving development proposals, to consider the traffic impacts on the CMS. The main CMP facility within Southwestern Riverside County is I-15. There are no CMP arterials or roadway segments within the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan area; therefore,there would be no impacts to CMP facilities. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 57 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would significant and unavoidable. c) Air Traffic Patterns The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in a less- than-significant impact or no impact to air traffic patterns. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to air traffic patterns that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would not be significant. d) Hazardous Design Features The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in a less- than-significant impact or no impact to hazardous conditions due to a design feature or incompatible uses. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to hazardous conditions due to a design feature or incompatible uses that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus,impacts would not be significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 58 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum e) Emergency Access The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in a less- than-significant impact or no impact to hazardous conditions due to a design feature or incompatible uses. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in an impact to hazardous conditions due to a design feature or incompatible uses that was not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would be less than significant. 0 Public Transit, Bicycle, or Pedestrian Facilities The Certified PEIR determined that the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would not conflict with adopted policies,plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would introduce any conflicts with adopted policies,plans,or programs supporting alternative transportation that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same Impact as"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR; thus,impacts would not be significant. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 59 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum XIV. Utilities and Service Systems Potentially Significant Same or less impact than Impact Not Identified in the identified in the certified Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): "Approved Project" Specific Plan PEIR 18. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS— Would the project: a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the 0 applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? b) Require or result in the construction of new water or 0 wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities,the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water 0 drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities,the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the 0 project from existing entitlements and resources,or are new or expanded entitlements needed? e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to El accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? g) Comply with federal,state,and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? a,b, e)Wastewater As discussed in the Certified PEIR,buildout of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would intensify land uses within the site and would,therefore,result in an increased generation of wastewater flows from the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan site. All wastewater produced by the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would be treated by the Temecula Valley RWRF. The Temecula Valley RWRF currently has an 18 MGD treatment capacity. EMWD has plans for two expansion projects to increase the total treatment capacity to 28 mgd(EMWD,2013). Recent planning studies have indicated that the footprint of the Temecula Valley RWRF could accommodate treatment facilities with up to 37 mgd of capacity,if needed. EMWD has indicated that projected wastewater flows generated by the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would require approximately 0.8 mgd of additional capacity at the Temecula Valley RWRF beyond the currently planned capacity expansion to 28 mgd. The additional 0.8 mgd of wastewater flow would necessitate a future capacity expansion from 28 mgd to 32 mgd(EMWD,2013). Therefore,the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan would result in the construction of new wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities,the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects. Implementation of mitigation measures discussed in the Certified PEIR would reduce the potential impacts to be less than significant. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 60 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact than"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would be less than significant. c) Storm Drain Resources The Uptown Temecula Specific Plan PEIR would involve the expansion of commercial development and the introduction of residential uses into the area. However,the majority of this increase in square footage would be from new vertical, and not horizontal,development.New development would not occur within the existing open space district, a large impervious area. Furthermore, some of the development districts, located in existing impervious settings,may include residential and commercial open space. Therefore,the amount of impervious surfaces in the Project area would not be anticipated to increase substantially and would not result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. CONCLUSION: Same or Less Impact than"Approved Project."The proposed Project would be consistent with the analysis and conclusions presented in the Certified PEIR;thus, impacts would be less than significant. d) Water Supply and Demand As discussed in the Certified PEIR, a water supply assessment is required for the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan, as it would result in the construction of more than 500 residential units and would include a commercial component with more than 250,000 square feet of floor space. The buildout of the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan will increase the District's potable water demand by the year 2043 by approximately 1,671 AFY of water,yielding a total Projected potable demand of 125,372 AF by 2043. The water supply Projections in the Certified PEIR demonstrate that Projected supplies exceed demand through the year 2043,while factoring in the projected demand required for the Project. These projections consider land use,water development programs and projects, and water conservation.Analyses of normal, single-dry, and multiple-dry year scenarios in the WSA also demonstrate the District's ability to satisfy demand during the 30-year planning period in all hydrologic conditions, even under reduced imported water supply conditions. Collectively,the information included in the WSA identifies a sufficient and reliable water supply for the District,now and into the future,including a sufficient water supply for the Uptown Temecula Specific Plan. Therefore, impacts to water supply demand are less than significant. The proposed Project would not result in additional construction activities The proposed Project would create sidewalk improvement standards,which would include the specifications for concrete materials, street lighting, street trees, and understory plants. The implementation of the proposed streetscape and sidewalk landscape standards would occur within the existing right-of- way or within the right-of-way where any new street is constructed. The proposed Project would be within the design parameters considered in the Certified PEIR and would not allow for Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 61 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Specific Plan EIR Addendum development at a greater density/intensity than previously considered. Thus,the proposed Project would not result in impacts that were not previously considered in the Certified PEIR. 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Available: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water issues/programs/tmdl/integrated2014_2016.shtml Uptown Temecula Specific Plan 62 ESA Specific Plan EIR Addendum November 2018 Appendix A Uptown Temecula Specific Plan Amendments ESA Appendix B Uptown Temecula Streetscape and Sidewalk Improvement Standards ESA