HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-072 CC ResolutionRESOLUTION NO. 01-72
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ADOPTING SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 13 (PLANNING
APPLICATION NO. 99-0418) ON PARCELS TOTALING 550
ACRES LOCATED EAST OF INTERSTATE 15, NORTH OF SANTA
GERTRUDIS CREEK, WEST OF MARGARITA ROAD AND SOUTH
OF THE NORTHERN CITY LIMIT
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Procedural History. The City Council of the City of Temecula does hereby
find, determine and declare that:
a. Lennar Communities ("Owner") filed Planning Application No PA99-0419
(General Plan Amendment), PA99-0418 (Specific Plan, Development Code Amendment and
Specific Plan Zoning Standards), PA 00-0189 (Environmental Impact Report), PA 99-0245 (Change
of Zone), PA99-0446 (Development Agreement), PA00-0295 (Tentative Tract Map 29639), PA01-
0030 (Tentative Tract Map 29928), PA01-0031 (Tentative Tract Map 29929), and PA01-0032
(Tentative Tract Map No. 30088) (the "Application") in accordance with the City of Temecula
General Plan and Development Code for land use approvals for a 550 acre planned community
located adjacent to and east of Interstate 15, north of Santa Gertrudis Creek, west of Margarita
Road, south of the northern City Limit which area includes the following parcels as designated by
Assessor Parcel Numbers: 910-261-001,910-261-002, 910-110-013, 910-110-015, 910-110-020,
910-110-021,910-110-027, 910-110-076, 910-100-007, 910-100-008, 910-060-009, 910-120-003,
910-120-007, 910-120-008, 911-630-001,911-830-002, 911-630-003, 911-640-001,911-640-002,
911-180-002, 911-180-003, 911-180-004, 911-180-008, 911-180-009, 911-180-015, 911-180-023
AND 911-180-028 ("Project").
b. On June 20, 2001 and July 12, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of
Temecula held duly noticed public hearings on the Project at which time all persons interested in.the
Project had the opportunity and did address the Planning Commission on these matters.
c. Following consideration of the entire record of information received at the
public hearings and due consideration of the proposed Project, the Planning Commission adopted
Resolution No. 2001-025 recommending to the City Council that the Project be approved, subject to
certain recommended conditions.
d. On July 24, 2001 and August 14, 2001, the City Council of the City of
Temecula held duly noticed public hearings on the Project at which time all persons interested in the
Project had the opportunity and did address the City Council on these matters.
e. Following consideration of the entire record of information received at the
public hearings before the Planning Commission and the City Council, and due consideration of the
proposed Project, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 01-70, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT PREPARED FOR THE HARVESTON SPECIFIC PLAN AND RELATED
ACTIONS, AND ADOPTING THE FINDING PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT, A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, AND A MITIGATION
MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM IN CONNECTION THEREWITH FOR THE
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HARVESTON SPECIFIC PLAN, LOCATED EAST OF INTERSTATE 15, NORTH OF SANTA
GERTRUDIS CREEK, WEST OF MARGARITA ROAD AND SOUTH OF THE NORTHERN CITY
LIMITS (PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 00-0189)." The Final Environmental Impact Report
(FEIR) and mitigation monitoring reporting program accurately addresses the impacts associated
with the adoption of this Resolution.
Section 2. Findin.qs. That the City Council, in approving the Application, hereby makes
the following findings:
A. The Project as proposed and conditioned is compatible with the health, safety and
welfare of the community. The Project has been reviewed and determined to be in conformance
with the City's General Plan. These documents set policies and standards that protect the health,
safety and welfare of the community. Access and circulation are adequate for emergency vehicles.
The two excluded parcels not under the applicant's ownership that are located within the Specific
Plan shall hereby be re-designated to become compatible with the surrounding land uses of the
Harveston Specific Plan. The City hereby finds it necessary to change the Land Use Designation of
the two excluded parcels to ensure the public health, safety and welfare of the City and to facilitate
future development of these two parcels by removing the requirement for a separate Specific Plan.
B. The Project is compatible with surrounding land uses. The Project proposes similar
residential neighborhoods adjacent to existing surrounding neighborhoods, with interface buffers
and full roadway improvements. The limited neighborhood commercial development is proposed
within a Village Center and is designed to be pedestrian oriented to serve the needs of the
Harveston community. The Service Commercial is west of Ynez Road, adjacent to Interstate 15
where similar commercial and retail uses currently exist along the Interstate corridor.
C. The proposed Project will not have an adverse effect on the community because it
remains consistent with the goals and policies of the adopted General Plan. The Project does not
represent a significant change to the planned land uses for the site. The General Plan Amendment
is a relocation and reallocation of existing land use designations that conforms to the design of the
specific plan.
Section 3. Further Findings. That the City Council, in approving the Application, hereby
makes the following findings as required in Chapter 17.16 of the Temecula Municipal Code:
A. The proposed specific plan is consistent with the General Plan, as it is proposed to
be amended, and compatible with the Development Code. The findings of General Plan
consistency are attached as Exhibit A and incorporated herein as though set forth in full. The
proposed Specific Plan is consistent with the goals and policies of the general plan. The Specific
Plan is a reallocation and redistribution of the majority of the existing Land Use Designations and
serves as an implementation tool for the General Plan. Therefore, as proposed, the Specific Plan is
consistent with the general plan, as it is proposed to be amended, and development code.
B. The proposed Specific Plan would not be detrimental to the public interest, health,
safety, convenience or welfare of the city. The proposed Specific Plan has been reviewed and
determined to be in conformance with the City's General Plan (as it is proposed to be amended),
and Growth Management Action Plan. These documents set policies and standards that protect the
health, safety and welfare of the community. In addition, the Specific Plan is a master planned
community with specific design guidelines and standards that ensure compatibility and interlace with
the surrounding community in terms of density, design and circulation. Therefore, as proposed,
conditioned and designed, the Specific Plan is compatible with the health, safety and welfare of the
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community.
C. The subject property is physically suitable for the requested land use designations
and the anticipated land use developments. There are no physical constraints of the site which
would preclude or prohibit the requested land use designations or anticipated developments.
Moreover, the proposed Specific Plan land uses are consistent with the land uses of the General
Plan and will serves as the tool to regulate and implement the goals and policies of the General
Plan. The applicant has submitted applications for Tentative Tract Maps which indicate that the site
is physically suitable for the land uses and development proposed in the Specific Plan.
D. The proposed Project shall ensure development of desirable character which will be
compatible with existing and proposed development in the surrounding neighborhood. The Project
proposes similar residential land uses adjacent to the existing surrounding neighborhoods, with
extensive landscape buffers and interfaces. The limited neighborhood commercial development is
proposed within a Village Center and is designed to be pedestrian oriented to serve the needs of the
Harveston community. The proposed Service Commercial land uses west of Ynez Road, adjacent
to Interstate 15 where similar commemial and retail uses currently exist along the Interstate corridor.
The Specific Plan took under consideration the existing developments and surrounding zoning
classifications to ensure development that will be complementary and compatible with the
surrounding neighborhood.
Section 4. Approval of Harveston Specific Plan. The City Council of the City of
Temecula hereby approves mixed use specific plan known as the Harveston Specific Plan (SP No.
13), on property located east of Interstate 15, north of Santa Gertrudis Creek, west of Margarita
Road and south of the northern City, and known as Assessor Parcel Nos. 910-261-001,910-261 -
002, 910-110-018, 910-110-015, 910-110-020, 910-110-021,910-110-027, 910-110-076, 910-100-
007, 910-100-008, 910-060-009.910-120-008, 911-630-001,911-630-002, 911-630-003, 911-640-
001,911-640-002, 911-180-002, 911-180-003, 911-180-004, 911-180-008, 911-180-009, 911-180-
015, 911-180-023, and 911-180-028 as set forth in Exhibit B, the Harveston Specific Plan (SP13),
and subject to those certain Conditions of Approval set forth in Exhibit C. Exhibit B is on file in the
Official Records of the City Clerk and is expressly incorporated herein by this reference as though
set forth in full. Exhibit C is attached hereto and incorporated herein as though set forth in full.
Section 5. Future Sales Tax Revenues. The City Council of the City of Temecula further
commits, that an amount equal to one-half of the sales tax revenues received from Planning Area
12, will be committed to the future improvements associated with the Interchange of Interstate 15
and Date/Cherry Streets.
Section 6. Future Traffic Studies. The City Council of the City of Temecula further
directs staff to forward copies of all future traffic studies associated with the Harveston Specific Plan
to the City of Murrieta.
Section 7. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Temecula this 14th
day of August, 2001.
ATTEST:
[SEAL]
,.~ -J-e~f'Cb'~erchero, Mayor
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTYOF RIVERSIDE ) ss
CITY OF TEMECULA )
I, Susan W. Jones, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Temecula, do hereby certify that Resolution No.
01-72 was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of Temecula at a regular
meeting thereof held on the 14th day of August, 2001, by the following vote:
AYES:
3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Roberts, Stone, Comerchero
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Naggar
ABSENT: 0 COUNClLMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: I COUNCILMEMBERS: Pratt
Susan .Jon ,CMC
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EXHIBIT A
GENERAL PLAN CONSlSTANCY ANALYSIS
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GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
The Specific Plan is consistent with the General Plan and serves to implement all aspects of the General
Plan relevant to the designated area. A Specific Plan is a plan adopted either by ordinance or resolution
for a particular area of land. A Specific Plan may contain its own development standards (zoning), and
thus provides greater flexibility in the distribution of the land uses.
The Harveston Specific Plan is intended to be supportive of, and consistent with, the goals and policies of
the Temecula General Plan. It has been written to implement the Specific Plan designation assigned to
Harveston Specific Plan area by the General Plan, updated on November 9, 1993.
The purpose of this section is to ensure that the Specific Plan is consistent with the goals and policies of
the City of Temecula's General Plan as required per Government Code Section 65454.
The following are the ten elements included within the Temecula General Plan:
1. Land Use Element
2. Circulation Element
3. Housing Element
4. Open Space/Conservation Element
5. Growth ManagemenffPublic Facilities Element
6. Public Safety Element
7. Noise Element
8. Ah' Quality Element
9. Community Design Element
10. Economic Element
The goals and policies for each General Plan element have been evaluated in the following pages.
Following each goal of the General Plan elements, specific policies are laid out. Following each goal and
policy, a statement is made in italics, indicating how the Specific Plan is consistent with that goal and/or
policy. In some cases, it is indicated that the specific goal or policy is not applicable to the Specific Plan.
The following sections list the applicable goals and policies of the above elements of the General Plan.
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LAND USE ELEMENT
USE ELEMENT
Goal 1:
A complete and integrated mix of residential, commercial, industrial, recreational, public
and open space land uses.
Discussion:
The proposed Harveston Specific Plan has been prepared in conformance with the City of
Temecula General Plan and is consistent with the City of Temecula's zoning code and General
plan densities and intensities. The Specific Plan Project seeks to create a community character
and quality that compliments the surrounding area. The proposed plan contains a variety of
housing products and designs, which would cater to different groups of home buyers/renters in
the City of TemecuIa. Additionally, development of the service commercial component of the
Specific Plan will provide opportunities for the region and Har~eston area. The Plan also
includes a generous amount of open space and recreational opportunities ( 5 70 acres), and more
than adequate public facilities and setwices.
Policies
1.1
1.2
Review all proposed development plans for consistency with the community goals, policies and
implementation programs of this General Plan.
The proposed Harveston Specific Plan has been prepared in conformance with the City of
Temecula General Plan and is consistent with community goals, policies, and implementation
programs outlined in the General Plan.
Promote the use of innovative site planning techniques that contribute towards the development
of a variety of residential product styles and designs including housing suitable to the
community's labor force.
The proposed plan contains a variety of housing products and innovative site planning designs
(see Section 3.0. Land Use Plan and Section 10.0, Design Guidelines), which would cater to
different groups of home buyers/renters in the City of Temecula.
1.3
Require the development of unified or clustered community-level and neighborhood-level
commercial centers and discourage development of strip commercial uses.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes a Mixed Use Village Center, which would include uses
such as retail, restaurant, office, daycare, worship, and a private club facility and fimess center.
Additional commercial uses are located in the Service Commercial area of the Specific Plan. The
Specific Plan does not encourage development of strip commercial uses.
1.4
Consider the impacts on surrounding land uses and infrastructure when reviewing proposals for
new development.
The proposed plan is consistent with the City of Temecula general plan densities and intensities
and seeks to create a community character and quality that reflects the surrounding area. The
Harveston EIR provides an analysis of the project's impacts on surrounding land uses and
infrastructure. Infrastructure is consistent with the General Plan requirements and will be
installed concurrently with development.
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1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
Support the development of light industrial, manufacturing, research and development, and office
uses to diversify Temecula's economic base.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes a ll2.4-acre service commercial area that includes a
mixture of uses that could serve or expand upon the adjacent business park development. This
service commercial component of the Specific Plan will provide employment opportunities and
needs for the region and Harveston area.
Provide well-defined zoning and development standards and procedures to guide private sector
planning and development.
The Harveston Specific Plan creates development standards consistent with the philosophy of the
City of Temecula Development Code. Detailed development standards for the Specific Plan have
been prepared (see Section ILO, Development Standards) to manage implementation of general
or unique conditions in each Planning Area.
Require the preparation of specific plans as designated on the Specific Plan Overlay to achieve
the comprehensive planning and phasing of development and infrastructure.
The Harveston Specific Plan has been prepared in order to achieve comprehensive planning and
phasing of development and infrastructure.
Consider talcing the lead on preparing specific plans for areas designated on the Land Use Plan
that have multiple landowners.
This policy is not applicable, because it is a City directed policy. However, the subject site is
designated Specific Plan on the General Plan Land Use Map.
Encourage flexible zoning techniques in appropriate locations to preserve natural features,
achieve innovation site design, achieve a range of txansition of densities, provide open space and
recreation facilities, and to provide necessary amenities and facilities.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes components that achieve many innovative site designs and
a range of densities within the proposed residential development and the mixed use Village
Center. The plan also provides for a variety of open space and recreation facilities including a
Lake, a Lake Park, Paseo Park, Arroyo Park, and three mini park, a comprehensive trail system
and bike paths.
Pursue opportunities to locate higher density housing with supporting commercial and public uses
on the west side of 1-15.
This policy (locating higher density housing with supporting commercial and public uses on the
west side of 1-15) is not the responsibility of the Harveston development. This development is
located on the east side of l-I5. Although the Specific Plan area is located east of 1.15 it does
include higher density housing and supporting commercial and public uses.
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Goal 2:
A City of diversified development character where rural and historical areas are protected
and co-exist with newer urban development.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan has been designed with sensitivity to its surrounding uses and seeks
to conform to the overall character of the area. However, Harveston Specific Plan area is not
located within a historical or rural area of the City.
Policies
2.1
Provide physical and visual buffer areas to create a transition between rural residential and
agricultural areas and commercial, industrial and other higher density residential development.
The proposed plan includes extensive uses of paseos and landscaping setbacks/buffers to create
physical and visual buffers to create appropriate transitions within the different types of
development.
2.2
Apply rural development standards to specified areas of the City to maintain the rural character of
those arcas.
The policy is not applicable because the rural development standards do not apply to this project.
The proposed project is in an area adjacent to existing development and the 1-15 Freeway and
has been designated for mixed use development by the City's General Plan.
2.3
Define the rural and historical areas of the community to be conserved, and establish a procedure
for adding areas or altering boundaries as necessary.
This policy is not applicable to the Harveston project. It is the responsibility of the City of
Temecula to define the rural and historical areas of the community to be conserved and
establishing a procedure for adding or altering the boundaries if necessary. The City has
already defined rural areas within the community and assigned L (.5-2 dwelling units per acre),
VL (.2-.4 dwelling units per acre) and HR (0-. 1 dwelling units per acre)residential designation on
the General Plan Land Use Map. In addition, the City has adopted the Old Town Specific Plan
which has defined a histoHcal area of the community to be conserved.
2.4
Require the use of landscaped, open space buffers along roadways in-lieu of residential
subdivision walls where feasible in light of noise and other constraints.
The Harveston Specific Plan Design Guidelines (Section 10.0) has incorporated the use of
landscape and open space buffers along the roadways in-lieu of residential subdivision walls
where feasible in light of noise and other constraints. Figure 10.4 (Community Fencing and
Walls Plan) presents a variety of wall and fence types within Harveston to meet the intent of this
General Plan Policy. The project perimeter walls are required for noise mitigation; however,
they will be planted with vines to create a green wall. The interior of the project will allow a
variety of walls, fences and landscaping that will be well landscaped.
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Goal 3:
A land use pattern that will protect and enhance residential neighborhoods.
Discussion:
The design of the Harveston Specific Plan is sensitive to and compatible with the surrounding
uses and takes into account existing conditions and natural features. While the plan seeks to
create a distinguishable character for the Harveston Specific Plan area, it will be compatible
with and will enhance the adjacent uses.
Po~ci~
3.1
Consider the compatibility of proposed projects on surrounding uses in terms of the size and
configuration of buildings, use of materials and landscaping, preservation of existing vegetation
and landform, the location of access routes, noise impacts, traffic impacts, and other
environmental conditions.
The design of the Harveston Specific Plan is sensitive to and compatible with the surrounding
uses and takes into account existing conditions in terms of the size and configuration of buildings,
use of materials and landscaping, the location of access routes, noise impacts, traffic impacts and
other environmental conditions. Specific Plan Land Use designations are consistent with the
General Plan Land Use designations. The General Plan designations were reviewed for
consistency and compatibility with adjacent development. The Specific Plan land uses have been
developed to be complimentary to and compatible with the surrounding uses. Residential
designations have been appropriately located next to those of like intensity. The Community Park
has been situated to provide a buffer to the existing light industrial uses. The Service
Commercial area has been located adjacent to 1-15 and west of Ynez Road. In addition, Design
Guidelines and Development Standards within the Specific Plan assure the appropriate use of
color, materials, architectural styles, landscaping, etc., to ensure compatibility with surrounding
uses.
3.2
Provide infill development incentives in the residential sections of the Old Town area through the
Old Town Specific Plan.
The policy is not applicable because this is a City directed policy and the proposed project is not
located in Old Town.
3.3
Require parcels developed for commercial or industrial uses to incorporate buffers that minimize
the impacts of noise, light, visibility of activity and vehicular traffic on surrounding residential
uses,
Location of the service commercial uses with their l'ack of direct roadway access to the
residential uses and special features such as landscape buffers, incorporated into the design of
the service commercial, will minimize the impacts on surrounding residential uses.
3.4 Protect single-family residential areas fi.om encroachment by commercial uses.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes a service commercial area (adjacent to the existing
business park) away from existing residential and the proposed residential planning areas.
Landscape buffers will provide separation between the Service Commercial and residential uses.
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3.5
3.6
3.7
Additionally, the Specific Plan area consists of distinct planning areas with specific development
standards that will prevent any encroachment by the commercial uses into residential areas.
Obtain aviation easement as required by the Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the French Valley
Airport to ensure that landowners acknowledge the impacts associated with aircraft.
This policy is not applicable because the Harveston Specific Plan area is not within the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the French Valley Airport, and therefore, no aviation
easement is required for the project.
Require proposed development to evaluate the incremental traffic impacts on local roads
throughout the proposed project phasing in order to ensure that any adverse impacts to local roads
in residential areas are avoided or adequately mitigated.
A Traffic Analysis for this project was prepared by Wilbur Smith Associates (dated July 19, 2000)
and reviewed and approved by the City's Traffic Engineer. According to the Analysis, impacts
from the project at opening year (2002) and at project buildout (2005) result in a minimum Level
of Service D at all critical intersections within the vicinity of the project provided that certain
transportation improvements are made by the project. These improvements have been identified
and included as mitigation measures within the project's Environmental Impact Report.
The project has already paid approximately 2.5 million and 1.8 million into Assessment Districts
156 and 161 (respectively), which contributed to improvements on Ynez, Winchester and
Margarita Roads. In addition, the project will pay its fair share of Development Impact Fees
(DIF); implement all recommendations contained within the Traffic Analysis for traffic
improvements; as well as support the City's efforts to design and secure jurisdictional approval
for the construction of a new interchange at 1-15 at Cherry and/or Date Street.
Require proposed development to evaluate the incremental traffic impacts on local roads
throughout the proposed project phasing in order to ensure that any adverse impacts to local roads
in residential areas are avoided or adequately mitigated.
Please see consistency analysis for Policy 3.6, above.
Goal 4:
A development
Study Area.
patterns that preserve and enhance the environmental resources of the
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan has taken into consideration the natural and man-made
opportunities and constraints in determining its land use designations and their intensities.
Except for the preservation and enhancement of the Arroyo Park in its natural state, there are no
other natural features/hazards that would affect the land use designation within the project site.
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Policies
4.1
Enforce hillside grading standards to naturalize the effects of grading, require the preservation of
unique natural featttres and to encourage a broad range of hillside architectural and site planning
solutions.
4.2
The project site will be mass graded and will result in a balance of cut and fill materials on the
site. The project will be graded in a manner which is similar to the other specific plans in the
City of Temecula (Paloma del Sol, Margarita Village, Roripaugh Estates, Campas Verde&
Rancho Highlands) and surrounding Riverside County (Warm Springs, Vail Ranch, Red Hawk).
The grading will result in modifications to the natural terrain. This type of grading is necessary
to achieve the General Plan~Specific Plan land use designations for the site. Hillside grading
standards are more appropriately applied in the areas designated L (.5-2 dwelling units per acre)
, VL (.2-.4 dwelling units per acre) and HR (0-.1 dwelling units per acre) on the General Plan
l_zznd Use Map.
Consider the constraints of natural and man-made hazards in determining the location, type and
intensities of new development.
The Harveston Specific Plan takes into consideration the natural and man-made realities and
constraints in determining its land use designations and their intensities. Except for preservation
of the Arroyo Park in its natural state, there are no other natural features/hazards that would
affect the land use designation within the project site. Man-made hazards such as existing and
future roadways have been also considered. Additionally, the proposed project incorporates
contour grading techniques in grading the site in order to maintain the integrity of the natural
setting.
4.3
Cooperate with other agencies to develop Multi-species Habitat Conservation Plans in western
Riverside and northern San Diego Counties.
This policy is not applicable, because it is a City directed policy, and it is the responsibility of the
City of Temecul~
4.4
Work with the utility districts to develop a trail system and enhance the natural resources along
the San Diego Aqueduct, creeks, and other utility easements where feasible.
4.5
The proposed Specific Plan area is not in the vicinity of the above aqueduct, however, the
Specific Plan provides a comprehensive trail system with connection point to the off-site trails
along Santa Gertrudis Creek. The project also proposes enhancement and preservation of a
13.8-acre Arroyo Park consistent with U.S. Army Corps and Fish and Game guidelines. The
Arroyo Park includes a nature trail system.
Work with the Riverside County Flood Control District and other responsible agencies on the
design of the flood control project for Murrieta Creek, Temecula Creek, Pechanga Creek, and
other waterways in the City.
The Specific Plan preparation has included contact with the Riverside County Flood Control and
other responsible agencies on the issue of waterways and flood control in the City of Temecula.
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4.6
4.7
Consider alternative flood contxol methods to reduce capital and maintenance costs and provide
recreational and open space opportunities.
Section 5.0, Infrastructure Plan, of the Specific Plan includes the proposed drainage plan, which
incorporates existing drainage courses into recreational open space areas (i.e., IO.5-acre Arroyo
Park and 2.5-acre Paseo Park).
Conserve the resources of Pechanga, Temecula and Murrieta Creeks through appropriate densities
of development, setbacks, landscaping, and site design of surrounding projects.
This policy is not applicable, because it is a City directed policy. The project is however
consistent with the General Plan density designations for the property.
Goal 5:
A land use pattern and intensity of development that encourages alternative modes of
transportation, including transit, bicycling, and walking.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan includes a transit plan, which provides for alternative mode of
transportation. The transit plan has been developed with input provided from the Riverside
Transit Authority (RTA ) and incorporates the service needs of the RTA. The Village Center, High-
density residential (13-20 dwelling units/acre) and the M2 (Medium-density residential 7-13
dwelling units/acre) are located at the "core" of the project to provide the critical density needed
to support public transit. Bus turnouts and shelters are included, as required by the RTA and
approved by the Department of Public Works.
Additionally, the Harveston Specific Plan includes a comprehensive paseo and trail system
providing the project's residents the opportunity' to walk, jog, or bike around the entire
community. Bike trails and transit facilities will also be provided along the project roadways.
The Specific Plan includes a Mixed Use Village Center, which consists of a mixture of compatible
uses such as retail, restaurant, office, daycare, worship, and a private club facility and fitness
center. The Mixed Use Village Center creates an environment where walking is encouraged.
For ease of access this "core area" is connected to various residential areas within the
development via walking and biking trails.
Policies
5.1
Include in the Development Code and through other ordinances a package of incentives to
encourage development to include:
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Additional active parkland
Development of parkland and trails
Preservation of historic buildings or sites
Additional open space
Preservation and enhancement of natural habitat
Additional public or community facilities
Additional or improved public spaces or plazas for community use
Additional amenities in multifamily developments
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10.
11.
Transit facilities and/or additional right-of-way along future transit corridors
Housing that meets the needs of very low and low income households.
Provision of cultural facilities.
The Harveston Specific Plan has included many of these items. This is further discussed below.
Additional Active Parkland. The project provides 57.4 acres of parkland/recreation facilities
(including the Winchester Creek Park). This figure does not include the 15.9 acres within the
LDZ's, which brings the total to 73.3 acres.
Development of Parkland and Trails. The parkland acreage is discussed above. The Open
Space and Recreation Plan (Figure 6.1 of the Specific Plan) and Bicycle Plan (Figure 4.8 of
the Specific Plan) depict the open space/recreational opportunities within the Plan, as well as
comprehensive walking and bicycle network within the project. A ten foot (10') wide trail
easement along the western perimeter of the project. In addition to providing opportunities
within the project, these networks also tie into the existing City wide bicycle plan. Further, it
is anticipated that these systems will ultimately become a component of the City's Trails
Master Plan (currently under development).
Preservation of Historic Buildings or Sites. There are no known historic buildings or sites at
the project location~
Additional Open Space. As discussed above, the project is providing 57.4 acres of recreation
facilities. Based upon the requirements of the City of Temecula Community Services
Department, 26. 75 acres or parkland is required. The project exceeds this amount by 30. 65
Preservation and Enhancement of Natural Habitat. As part of the Environmental Impact
Report, a biological assessment was prepared for the project site. No sensitive or
endangered species were identified on-site. The project will impact 2.86 acres of "waters of
the United States." As mitigation for this impact, the creation of 8 acres of a riparian
corridor must be created on-site. The Arroyo Park has been developed to serve as this
mitigation and will encompass 13.8 acres. This is greater than what was required by the
United States Army Corps of Engineers for mitigatior~ In attrlition, should the Cherry Street
interchange be approved for this project, this acreage may be subject to an increase.
Additional Public or Community Facilities. Public and Community facilities are included
within many of the recreation facilities within the project. It is anticipated that people
residing within the project and those within the vicinity of the project will use those facilities.
These include the elementary school, the Lake, Lake Park, Paseo Park, Village Green as well
as the Community Parle In addition, private facilities will be provided to serve the Harveston
residents.
Additional or lmproved Public Spaces or Plazas for Community Use. These have been listed
above. In addition, public and quasi-public spaces will be provided within the Village
Center. Also, mini-parks are included within most of the residential neighborhoods.
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5.2
5.3
5.4
Additional Amenities in Multifamily Developments. It is anticipated that the multifamily
component of the project will contain amenities, which are typically found within these types
of development. The multi-family development is centrally located adjacent to the Village
Center and within immediate proximity of the project's recreation facilities.
Transit Facilities and/or additional right-of-way Along Future Transit Corridors. The transit
plan has been developed with in'ut provided from the Riverside Transit Agency (RTA).
Potential Transit Routes & Stops have been developed for current and future transit needs,
with input from RTA. A transit station is planned within the Village Center and will be
integrated into the design of the streetscape. The transit station will be installed when
adjacent development occurs, in accordance with the requirements of the RTA. It is
anticipated that the buses will initially make a small loop through the project, entering the
site from Margarita Road, passing by the Elementary School, lake and Lake Park, Village
Green and Village Center and exiting the site via Margarita Road. Future transit stops will
be provided within the project, along the Loop Road. Transit stops are also proposed on the
perimeter of the project, along Date Street, Ynez Road and Margarita Road. In addition,
transit stops will be provided in key locations within the Service Commercial portion of the
project. All of the transit stops are anticipated to connect to the current and future major
transit hubs within the area, including the Promenade Mall.
Housing That Meets the Needs of Very Low and Low Income Households. The project
includes a variety of housing types, which will provide a wide array of housing opportunities
for both owners and renters. It is not anticipated that Harveston will provide housing that
meets the needs of very low and low income households.
Provision of Cultural Facilities. These are discussed above in the recreation facilities.
Require the provision of pedestrian and bicycle linkages from residential areas to open
space/recreation facilities, commercial and employment centers.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes a comprehensive paseo and trail system providing the
project's residents the opportunity to walk, jog, or bike around the entire community. Bike trails
and transit facilities will also be provided along the project roadways. (See Figures 4.8, Bicycle
Plan and 11.5, Mixed Use Vehicular Circulation and Parking).
Encourage variety in the design of sidewalks and trails with respect to alignment and surface
materials to provide a convenient and enjoyable experience for the users.
The sidewalks and paseos included in the proposed plan incorporate unique design features,
landscaping, and amenities offering users a variety of different recreational experiences. Many
of the proposed paseos will meander through the adjacent landscape.
Provide grade separated bike paths along major arterials where feasible. Ensure that non-grade
separated bike paths are designated for safety.
The proposed Specific Plan includes Class I1 bike lane along Margarita Road, consistent with the
City of Temecula General Plan (see Figure 10.1-4, Margarita Road).
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5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
Designate Mixed Use Village Centers on the Land Use Plan to provide areas within the
community that are urban in character, contain a mixture of compatible uses, and are designed to
reduce or eliminate the need for the automobile in traveling to or within Mixed Use Village
Centers.
The Specific Plan includes a Mixed Use Village Center, which consists of a mixture of compatible
uses such as retail, restaurant, office, daycare, worship, and a private club facility and fitness
center. The Mixed Use Village Center creates an environment where walking is encouraged.
For ease of access this "core area" is connected to various residential areas within the
development via walking and biking trails.
Encourage higher density residential, mixed use development, and supporting public and
community facilities within Mixed Use Village Centers.
The Mixed Use Village Center proposed within the proposed Harveston plan includes mixed use
development, public and community facilities, and higher density residential uses.
Establish design guidelines, development standards, and incentive programs for uses within
Mixed Use Village Centers.
The proposed plan establishes guidelines, development standards, and incentive programs for
Mixed Use Village Center uses. (See Section 11.4. 7' Mixed Use Overlay Zone).
Develop a plan to link Mixed Use Village Centers by trails and potential transit systems including
bus, shuttle and light rail.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes extensive system of paseos and potential transit facilities
that link the Mixed Use Village Center to the remainder of the community. (See Figure !1.15,
Mixed Use Vehicular Circulation and Parking).
Ensure that architecture, landscape design, and site planning within Mixed Use Village Centers
emphasizes a pedestrian scale and safe and convenient access between uses.
The Mixed Use Village Center is pedestrian oriented and facilitates access between uses within
the Village. Walking and biking trails are provided to connect the Mixed Use Village Center to
other areas within the Specific Plan. (See Figure 11.16, Mixed Use Village Center Pedestrian
Circulation).
Ensure that adequate public gathering areas or plazas are incorporated within Mixed Use Village
Centers to allow for social interaction and community activities.
The Mixed Use Village Center proposed within the Harveston Specific Plan allows for gathering
areas and plazas. Additionally, the Village Green creates a public gathering place, which will
encourage social interaction and community activities, such as concerts or farmers markets.
5.11 Discourage the development of strip commercial centers that increase automobile dependency.
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The Harveston Specific Plan does not propose the development of strip commercial uses within
the Specific Plan area. Its objective is to create a pedestrian friendly environment where the use
of the car is not encouraged.
Goal 6:
A plan for Old Town Temecula that enhances economic viability, preserves historic
structures, addresses parking and public improvement needs, and establishes design
standards to enhance and mainLqin the character and economic viability of Old Town. This
goal is not applicable because the Specific Plan is not located within the Old Town area of
the City of Temecnia.
This goal is not applicable because it is a City directed goal.
Goal 7:
Orderly annexation and development of unincorporated area within Temecula's Sphere of
Influence.
This goal is not applicable because the Har~eston Specific Plan is not located within the
unincorporated areas of Temecula' s Sphere of lnfluence.
Goal 8:
A City that is compatible and coordinated with regional land use patterns.
Discussion:
The Specific Plan land uses have been laid out consistent with the City of Temecula General
Plan, which takes into account larger regional goals and policies. Additionally, the Specific Plan
was coordinated with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the State Department of Fish and
Game, which take a more regional and comprehensive approactr
Policies
8.1
Provide a patlem of land uses that maintain and enhance the viability of neighboring communities
including the City of Murrieta, and the counties of Riverside and San Diego, through compatible
uses and linkages.
The compatibility between the Harveston project and the adjacent developments has been
discussed in Policy 3.1. The architectural styles, design guidelines and development standards
will create a development that will maintain and enhance the viability of neighboring
communities including the City of Murrieta and the Counties of Riverside and San Diego.
Compatible uses and linkages have been provided throughout the project.
8.2
Provide a system of open space that is coordinated with regional open space uses to
comprehensively address the management and conservation of resources.
The Arroyo Park open space proposed within the Harveston Specific Plan was coordinated with
the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the California Department offish and Game as
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8.3
8.4
a mitigation measure to address the management and conservation of resources. The Harveston
Open Space and Recreation Plan (Figure 6.1) provides a system of open space that is
coordinated with the City-wide and regional system. The project will tie into the Santa Gertrudis
Trail System, as well as provide a 10' wide easement along the western project boundary for
regional trial systems.
Participate with the Airport Land use Commission in the planning process in the preparation of
the Comprehensive Land use Plan for the French Valley Airport, to the extent feasible.
The policy is not applicable because the Harveston Specific Plan is not within the Comprehensive
Land Use Plan for the French Valley Airport.
Continue to participate with the Western Riverside Council of Governments in the preparation of
plans and programs addressing regional issues, including the Growth Management Strategy,
Comprehensive Transportation Plan, Water Resources Stxategy, and School Facilities Plan.
This Policy is the responsibility of the City of Temecula and not that of the Harveston project.
The project will be reviewed for consistency with the City of Temecula Growth Management
Program Action Plan. In addition, transportation items have been a&tressed above (see Policy
3.3). Water resources and project impacts have been discussed and mitigated as necessary in the
project's Environmental Impact Report. An elementary school site is currently under
construction on the project site and su~cient resources are available to accommodate the middle
and high school students generated by the project.
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CIRCULATION ELEMENT
Goal 1:
Strive to maintain a Level of Service 'CD" or better at all intersections within the City during
peak hours and Level of Service "C" or better during non-peak hours.
Discussion:
A Traffic Analysis for this project was prepared by Wilbur Smith Associates (dated July 19, 2000)
and reviewed and approved by the City's Traffic Engineer. According to the Analysis, impacts
from the project at opening year (2002) and at project buildout (2005) result in a minimum Level
of Service D at all critical intersections within the vicinity of the project provided that certain
transportation improvements are made by the project. Ten intersections have been identifed as
needing improvements (2005 with 2 of the 10 requiring improvements at year 2002). These
improvements are located at the following intersections:
· Winchester & Ynez Roads;
· Winchester Road & 1-15;
Winchester Road & Jefferson Avenue;
· Winchester & Margarita Road;
· Overland Drive & Margarita Road;
· Overland Drive & Ynez Road;
· Overland Drive & Jefferson Avenue;
· Murrieta Hot Springs & Margarita Roads;
· Murr~eta Hot Springs & Alta Murrieta Roads;
· Murrieta Hot Springs & Jefferson Avenue.
Overall project impacts (percentage) to these intersections have been identified in the EIR.
Mitigation measures have been included within the project's Environmental Impact Report to
ensure that this Goal is met.
Policies
1.1 Establish street standards and all new roadway facilities shall be constructed or upgraded to meet
City standards where feasible.
The proposed Specific Plan includes a Circulation Plan and standards, which will dictate
construction and upgrade of the roadway facilities consistent with City standards. All roadway
and intersection designs will comply with City standards providing safe and efficient traffic
patterns and circulation.
1.2 Require an evaluation of potential t~affic impacts associated with new development prior to
project approval, and requixe adequate mitigation measures prior to, or concurrent with, project
development.
1.3
Please see consistency analysis for Goal 1, above.
Use the Circulation Element Roadway Plan to guide detailed planning and implementation of the
City's roadway system.
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1.4
1.5
The Circulation Plan within the Harveston Specific Plan has been produced based on the City's
Circulation standards.
Pursue trip reduction and ~xansportation systems management measures to redtice and limit
congestion at intersections and along streets within the City.
Please see consistency analysis for Goal 1, above.
Trip reduction measures include:
Transit provisions
· Location of housing near employment areas
· An extensive bicycle path network
· An extensive walking/pedestrian network.
Transportation System Management measures include (General Plan):
· Adding turn lanes or restricting turning movements during peak traffic periods at congested
intersection,*
· Widening of intersection approaches to accommodate additional through movement lanes or
to improve visibility
· Installation of bus turnout bays
· Pavement marking modifications/improvements
· Completion of "missing links" in the roadway network
Update every three years, or as needed, "build-out" traffic forecasts to monitor the impact of
development approvals and the adequacy of the Circulation Element Roadway Plan.
The policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 2:
Enhance traffic safety on City streets.
Discussion:
The Circulation Plan within the Harveston Specific Plan minimizes traffic conflicts and promotes
safe traffic circulation within the Specific Plan area. A Loop Road is included within the
circulation plan for ease of access to different residential planning areas, reducing undesirable
through traffic within the residential areas. The Circulation Plan encourages safety for all
pedestrian traffic by separating vehicular and pedestrian traffic, especially in commercial and
high-density areas. As such, the plan includes a safe and efficient paseo, urban trail and
sidewalk network, providing pedestrian and bicycle circulation in conjunction with the roadway
network.
Policies
2.1 The City shall enforce speed restrictions throughout the City.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
Require that future roads and improvements to existing roads be designed to minimize traffic
conflicts such as those which result from curb parking maneuvers and uncontrolled access along
heavily traveled roadways.
The Circulation Plan within the Harveston Specific Plan minimizes traffic conflicts and promotes
safe traffic circulation within the Specific Plan area. A Loop Road is included within the
circulation plan for ease of access to different residential planning areas, reducing undesirable
through traffic within the residential areas.
Require that the development of new private driveways do not introduce significant traffic
conflicts along major streets and primary residential collectors roads.
The Harveswn Specific Plan does not propose new private driveways off of the major streets or
primary residential collector roads. Three project entries are proposed off the major streets (2
on Margarita Road and I on Date Street). Internal to the project, neighborhoods will access the'
Loop Road. All driveway locations are subject to review and approval of the Director of Public
Works.
Require that vehicular and pedesffian traffic be separated to the maximum extent feasible.
The Circulation Plan within the Harveston Specific Plan encourages safety for all pedestrian
traffic by separating vehicular and pedestrian traffic, especially in commercial and high density
areas. As such, the plan includes a safe and efficient paseo, urban trail and sidewalk network,
providing pedestrian and bicycle circulation in conjunction with the roadway network.
Establish an ongoing maintenance.program to ensure the safety of the City's roadway system.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 3:
A regional transportation system that accommodates the safe and efficient movement of
people and goods to and from the community.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan includes City-wide and regional circulation roadways. The Specific
Plan currently includes roadway segments, which are consistent with the City's General Plan
Circulation Element (Margarita Road, Date Street, Ynez Road). In addition, a City directed
alternative has been included in the Plan. With the inclusion of the project's roadway network,
transit provisions, bicycle and pedestrian pathways, the project will contribute to this goal of
accommodating the safe and efficient movement of people and goods to and from the community.
Poficies
3.1 Support the completion of the Riverside County Master Plan of Arterial Highways.
The Circulation Plan within the Harveston Specific Plan includes roadway extensions and future
improvements consistent with the City's existing Circulation Element Plan.
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3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
Actively pursue the construction of a new interchange north of Winchester Road and other
recommended system improvements'outside its jurisdiction in cooperation with Caltrans, the City
of Murrieta, Riverside County, and local developers. Measures should be taken to preserve
anticipated right-of-way needs and to identify funding mechanisms for the interchange
improvements.
The location of a new interchange north of Winchester Road is currently being reviewed through
a Project Study Report (PSR) by Caltrans. It is anticipated that Caltrans will complete this
review by mid-2OOJ and the location for this interchange will be determined. The project
contains two alternatives for the location of this interchange. Subdivision maps are also being
processed which will reserve ,~dditional right-of-way for the ultimate location for the
interchange. It should be noted that the applicant will support the City's efforts to design and
secure jurisdictional approval for the construction of a new interchange at 1-15 at Cherry and/or
Date Street.
Actively pursue the improvements to existing interchanges within the City and construction of new
overpasses as required to achieve the adopted service level standards.
Reference response to Policy 3.2. In addition, a mitigation measure in the project's EIR requires
improvements to the 1-15/Winchester Road interchange. This mitigation would help achieve level
of service standards required in Goal 3.
Coordinate with the Riverside Transit Agency to provide fixed route transit service (bus or
shuttle) along major txansportation corridors connecting to regional employment and commercial
areas, ah-pons, health care facilities, and major recreation areas.
The Harveston Specific Plan will comply with the City of Temecula and the Riverside Transit
Agency to facilitate provision of transit service. Coordination and correspondence with the
Riverside Transit Agency was completed as part of the Harveston EIR preparation.
Provide for express transit service through implementation of park-and-fide facilities along
regional transportation corridors.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy, and park-and-fide facilities are
not proposed with the Harveston project.
Coordinate with Western Riverside Council of Governments to identify, protect, and pursue
opportunities for a light rail transit along major transportation corridors which conneCt Temecula
to other population centers.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy, and it is the responsibility of the
City of Temecula.
Encourage the formation of a special Southwest County agency or task force which would be
responsible for identifying and prioritizing seleCted system improvements having regional
significance and the development of funding sources which would allow for the timely
implementation of these improvements.
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This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy, and it is the responsibility of the
City of Temecula.
Goal 4:
An efficient City circulation system through the use of transportation system management
and travel demand management strategies.
Discussion:
This goal is not applicable because it is a City directed goal However, the Harveston EIR
incorporates Travel Demand Management (TDM) requirements, as mitigation measures,
consistent with the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP). The proposed project will comply
with the conditions and requirements set forth by the City of Temecula and will implement all
traffic signals as required by the traffic study in order to maximize efficient flow of traffic. The
Harveston Specific Plan includes a comprehensive pedestrian trail system and incorporates
features such as bus turnouts and shelters, as required by the Director of Public Works and the
Riverside Transit Agency (RTA).
Policies
4.1
Establish a City-wide Circulation System Phasing and Financing Program for the orderly
implementation of system improvements identified in the Circulation Element.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
4.2
Require proper spacing and interconnect traffic signals where feasible to maximize the smooth
progression of traffic flows and to minimize delay and stop and go conditions which result in
higher vehicle emissions and noise levels.
The proposed project will comply with the conditions and requirements set forth by the City of
Temecula and will implement all traffic signals as required by the traffic study in order to
ma.~imize efficient flow of traffic.
4.3
Discourage the provision of on-street (curbside) parking along principal arterial roadways to
minimize traffic conflicts and increase the traffic carrying capacity of these roadways.
The Specific Plan does not propose on-street parking along the principal arterial roadways (i.e.,
Date Street, Margarita Road, and Ynez Road).
4.4
Require new development to incorporate design features which facilitate transit service and
encourage transit ridership such as bus pullout areas, covered bus stop facilities, efficient la'ail
systems through projects to transit stops, and incorporation of pedestrian walkways that pass
through subdivision boundary walls.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes a comprehensive pedestrian trail ~ystem and incorporates
features such as bus turnouts and shelters, as required by the Director of Public WorIcs and the
Riverside Transit Agency (RTA).
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4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11
Require specific plans and other mixed use projects to provide aa internal system of trails linking
schools, shopping centers, transit, and other public facilities within residential areas.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes an extensive internal system of trails/paseos that connect
the Mixed Use Village Center to the school, the lake/lake park and community park, and different
residential areas.
Provide a comprehensive system of Class I and/or Class II bicycle lanes to meet the needs of
cyclist traveling to and from work and other destinations within the City.
Consistent with the City of Temecula General Plan, the Harveston Specific Plan provides Class H
bicycle lanes along most roadways within the Specific Plan area for recreational as well as ease
of access between different planning areas and uses. (See Figure 4.8, Bicycle Plan).
Encomage a mix of uses within a project designed to maximize internal trip making, maximize
the use of parking facilities, and to promote a shift from auto use to pedestrian and bicycle medes
of travel.
The proposed project is pedestrian oriented encouraging internal movement between the different
uses and planning areas via trails and bike lanes.
Encourage the provision of additional regional public transportation services.
The Harveston Specific Plan will comply with the City of TemecuIa and the Riverside Transit
Agency to facilitate provision of transit service. Coordination and correspondence with the
Riverside Transit Agency was completed as part of the Harveston EIR preparation.
Require transportation demand management plans to be submitted for preliminary review at the
Specific Plan or Plot Plan stage of site development and subm/tted for final approval prior to the
issuance of building permits, in accordance with the City's Transportation Demand Management
Ordinance.
The Harveston EIR incorporates Travel Demand Management (TDM) requirements, as
mitigation measures, consistent with the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP).
Encourage the implementation of employer Travel Demand Management (TDM) requirements
included in the Southern California Ah' Quality Management District's Regulation 15 of the Air
Quality Management Plan.
The Harveston EIR incorporates TDM requirements as mitigation measures consistent with the
AQMP.
The City shall establish a local Congestion Management Plan and monitor the performance and
effectiveness of travel demand management progxams within the City.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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Goal 5:
An adequate supply of private and public parking to meet the needs of residents and
visitors of the City.
Discussion:
The proposed Specific Plan contains parking requirements and standards (see Section ILO,
Development Standards) to provide adequate parking facilities on-site. A tapered street secffon
will be used at internal neighborhood intersections and in locations where on-street parking is
otherwise adequately provided. Adequate on-street parking has been defined in Section 11 of the
Specific Plan. The Mixed Use Village Center provides the opportunity for "shared joint use
parking' which helps minimize the number of ingress and egress points.
Policies
5.1
Enforce City parking ordinances and standard design requirements which apply.
The Harveston Specific Plan is prepared based on the City's General Plan and other applicable
ordinances (i.e., parking ordinances) and standard design requirements. Parking standards are
contained in Section 1LO, Development Standards, of the Specific Plan.
5.2
Require the consolidation of parking, and related circulation facilities, where appropriate, to
minimize the number of ingress and egress points onto arterials.
5.3
The Mixed Use Village Center provides the opportunity for "shared joint use parking" which
helps minimize the number of ingress and egress points.
Provide additional public parking in the Old Town area where feasible through common parking
areas or establishment of a parking district.
This policy is not applicable because the Harveston Specific Plan is not within the Old Town
Specific Plan area.
5.4
5.5
Require project developers to provide adequate on-site parking and/or to contribute to a program
to acquire and maintain off-site facilities.
The proposed Specific Plan contains parking requirements and standards (see Section ILO,
Development Standards) to provide adequate parking facilities on-site.
Encourage underground parking or parking sU-uctures where economically feasible in commercial
5.6
The proposed Specific Plan contains parking requirements and standards (see Section 11.0,
Development Standards) to provide adequate parking facilities on-site. Additional measures will
be incorporated to meet the demand and requirement in commercial areas.
Encourage joint development of parking facilities (e.g. joint-use of parking facilities) where
feasible to maximize the efficient use of available parking.
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The proposed Specific Plan contains parking requirements and standards (see Section 11.0,
Development Standards) to provide adequate parking facilities on-site. Additional measures will
be incorporated to maximize efficiency.
Goal 6:
Safe and efficient alternatives to motorize travel throughout the City.
Discussion:
The proposed project provides for a separate system of paseo/truils that will be utilized by
pedestrians and non-motorized modes of transportation. This system provides for ease of access
between the different planning areas. This system of trails will also connect to the regional trails
for ease access to other areas within the City.
PoHcies
6.1
6.2
Promote the safety of pedestrians and bicyclist by adhering to uniform trail standards and practices
and communicating safety practices to the public.
Unless modified through this Specific Plan, all trails shall be constructed to ultimate City
standards and practices that will ensure public safety.
Off-street bicycle and equestrian trails should minimize the number of locations where automobile
cross traffic will be experienced.
The proposed project provides for bicycle trails throughout the project site (see Figure 4.8,
Bicycle Plan). The Specific Plan's loop road system will minimize the number of locations for
automobile cross traffic.
6.3 Ensure accessibility of pedestrian facilities to the elderly and disabled.
6.4
The Harveston Specific Plan seeks to ensure accessibility of facilities to all users, including the
elderly and the disabled. ADA standards will be complied with throughout the Specific Plan.
Traffic signals along bike routes and where significant pedestrian activity is present shall be
properly timed and periodically adjusted to allow for the safe movement of these non-motorized
modes.
6.5
The proposed Specific Plan includes a Circulation Plan and standards, which will dictate
construction and upgrade of the roadway facilities consistent with City standards. All roadway
and intersection designs will comply with City standards providing safe and efficient traffic
patterns and circulation.
Adequate linkages shall be provided for non-motorized modes, between residential areas and
commercial / employment activity centers, public institutions, and recreation areas.
The proposed project provides for ease of access between the different planning areas by non-
motorized modes of trunsportation. As such, the project includes designated trail systems for use
by pedestrians and bicycles and other non-motorized modes of transportation.
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6.6
Motorized vehicles and motorized cycles shall be prohibited from using the City's recreation trail
system~
The Harveston Specific Plan provides for a separate system of paseos/trails that will be utilized by
pedestrians and non-motorized cycles only. Motorized vehicles and motorized cycles will be
prohibited from using the pedestrian designated paseos/trails within the Specific Plan.
Goal 7:
A truck circulation system that provides for the safe and efficient transport of commodities
and also minimizes noise, air pollution and traffic impacts to the City.
Discussion:
The Circulation Plan for Harveston project is based on the City of Temecula Circulation Element
and does not designate primary truck routes on roadways providing access to different
residential areas within the project site. The proposed project provides for measures to facilitate
access and loading by trucks in order to minimize any potential circulation conflicts.
Policies
7.1
Designate prim. au truck routes on selected arterial streets to minimize the impacts of mack traffic
on residential areas.
The Harveston Specific Plan Circulation Plan is based on the City of Temecula Circulation
Element and does not designate primary truck routes on roadways providing access to different
residential areas within the project site.
7.2
Require loading areas and access ways for trucks that minimize or eliminate conflicts with
automotive and pedestrian areas to maintain safe and efficient traffic circulation.
The proposed project provides for measures (see Section 1LO, Development StandardS) to
facilitate access and loading by trucks in order to minimize any potential circulation conflicts.
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HOUSING ELEMENT
Goal 1:
A diversity of housing opportunities that satisfies the physical, social and economic needs of
existing and future residents of Temecula.
Discussion:
The Specific Plan will provide 1,921 dwelling units on a wide range of lots to accommodate the
existing and projected housing needs in the City. The residential development will provide a
range of housing type options in terms of cost, density and type. The Harveston Specific Plan
includes a wide variety of housing types within each density category and proposes a sustainable
land use concept by incorporating the open space and recreational opportunities through a
generous selection of park types.
Policies
1.I
1.2
Provide an inventory of land at varying densities sufficient to accommodate the existing and
projected housing needs in the City.
The Harveston Specific Plan provides 1,921 dwelling units on individual lots ranging in size.from
2,000 to 5,000 square feet. The target density for the proposed project is 6.3 dwelling units per
acre. The Harveston Specific Plan also includes 300 high-density residential dwelling units at a
target density of 17.8 units per acre. In addition to the high density, three densities of Low
Medium (578 dwelling units), Medium 1 (475 dwelling units), and Medium 2 (568 dwelling units),
are included in the Specific Plan. The proposed housing types will provide a range of
opportunity, which will satisfy the needs of various segments of the local housing market.
Encourage residential development that provides a range of housing types options in terms of
cost, density and type, and provides the opportunity for local residents to live and work in the
same community by balancing jobs and housing types.
The proposed project introduces a wide range of housing type in terms of cost, density and design
in order to meet the needs of the different segments of the local population. The project also
includes commercial uses, which would create jobs locally and regionally.
1.3
1.4
Require a mixture of diverse housing types and densities in new developments around the mixed
use village centers to enhance their people-orientation and diversity.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes high density housing in the Mixed Use Village Center
overlay along with other uses. Additionally, in close proximity to the Mixed Use Village Center
are proposed a variety of housing types and densities.
Support the use of innovative site planning and architectural design in residential development.
The proposed project includes a wide variety of housing types within each density category.
These varieties are achieved through innovative site planning and design and will cater to the
needs of different groups of clients.
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1.5
1.6
Encourage the use of clustered development to preserve and enhance important environmental
resources, and maintain important areas in open space.
The Hameston Specific Plan proposes an efficient land use concept where different residential
development types, including clustered development, are introduced and vast areas of open space
are incorporated throughout the Specific Plan in the form ora community park, mini parks, paseo
park, lake, lake park, arroyo park, and paseos.
Promote the development of compatible mixed use projects that promotes and enhances the
village concept, facilitates the efficient use of public facilities, and supports alternative ~xansit
options.
The Harveston Specific Plan is a project that incorporates different types of uses such as
residential, service commercial, school, parks, and Mixed Use Village Center. Within the Mixed
Use Village Center there is a wide range of uses which promote a pedestrian oriented concept
(see Figure 11.16, Mixed Use Village Center Pedestrian Circulation). Paseos, trails, and bike
lanes are provided for ease of access to recreational and other public facility uses (i.e., school,
and church).
Goal 2:
Affordable housing for all economic segments of Temecula.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan is promoting a variety of housing opportunities that accommodate
the needs of all economic levels of the population, and is providing opportunities to meet the
City's fair share of low- and moderate-ineome housing. The project includes housing affordable
to households with earnings in excess of approximately 120percent of the current median income
of the County of Riverside. The higher density dwelling units will be more affordable to buyers
as well as renters.
Policies
2.1
Promote a variety of housing opportunities that accommodate the needs of all economic levels of
the population, and provides opportunities to meet the City's fair share of Iow- and moderate-
income housing.
The Harveston Specific Plan provides 1,921 dwelling units on individual lots ranging in size from
2,000 to .5,000 square feer The target density for the proposed project is 6.3 dwelling units per
acre. The Harveston Specific Plan also includes 300 high-density residential dwelling units at a
target density of 17.8 units per acre. In ,~rMition to the high density, three densities of Low
Medium (578 dwelling units), Medium 1 (475 dwelling units), and Medium 2 (568 dwelling units),
are included in the Specific Plan. The proposed housing types will provide a range of
opportunity, which will satisfy the needs of various economic levels of the local housing market.
2.2
Support innovative public, private and non-profit efforts in the development of affordable
housing, particularly for special needs groups.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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2.3
2.4
Encourage the use of non-traditional housing models, including single-room occupancy structures
(SRO) and manufactured housing, to meet the needs of special groups for affordable housing,
temporary shelter md/or t~ansitional housing.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Pursue all available forms of private, local, state and federal assistance to support development
and implementation of the City's housing programs.
The proposed Harveston project includes housing affordable to households with earnings in
excess of approximately 120 percent of the current median income of the County of Riverside.
The higher density dwelling units will be mare affordable to buyers as well as renters.
Goal 3: Removal of governmental constraints in the maintenance, improvement and development
of housing, where appropriate and legally possible.
This goal is not applicable because it is a City directed goal
Policies
3.1 Provide reasonable processing time and fees for new construction or rehabilitation of housing.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.2 Consider mitigating development fees for projects providing affordable and senior citizen
housing.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.3 Periodically review City development standards to ensure consistency with the General Plan and
to facilitate high-quality affordable housing.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 4: Conservation of the existing affordable housing stock.
This goal is not applicable because it is a City directed goal.
Policies
4.1 Monitor and regulate, if necessary, the number of affordable units eligible for conversion to
market-rate units and develop programs to rrdnimize the loss of these units.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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4.2
4.3
Develop rehabilitation programs that are directed at preserving the integrity of the housing stock.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Support the efforts of private and public entities in maintaining the affordability of units through
implementation of energy conservation and weatherization programs.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 5:
Equal housing opportunity for all residents in Temecula.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan promotes housing opportunities for all person.* regardless of race,
religion, sex, marita! status, ancestry, national origin, age, physical handicap, or color.
PoHci~
5.1
5.2
Encourage and support the enforcement of laws and regulations prohibiting the discrimination in
lending practices in the sale or rental of housing.
The Harveston Specific Plan promotes housing opportunities for all persons regardless of race,
religion, sex, marital status, ancestry, national origin, age, physical handicap, or color.
Assure and support the efforts of others to ensure that unrestricted access to housing is available
to all segments of the community.
The proposed project supports and encourages unrestricted access to housing to all interested
clients without discrimination.
5.3
Encourage housing design standards that promote the accessibility of housing for the elderly and
disabled.
The Specific Plan anticipates the use of certain residential product types by elderly and disabled,
therefore, it incorporates the City's building codes and ADA measures in order to accommodate
such use.
5.4
Encourage and consider supporting local private non-profit groups that address the housing
needs of the homeless and other disadvantaged groups.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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Goal 1:
A high quality parks and recreation system that meets the varying recreational needs
of residents.
Discussion:
A major feature of the Harveston Specific Plan is the system of parks and landscaped
parkways with paseos, which link the lake complex, and school recreational facilities and
the community park in the Open Space and Recreation Program. The Project Park
Program is extensive and provides a vast array of recreational opportunities in which all
members of the community can participate. Further, the program incorporates many
diverse elements in a coordinated, cohesive plan that interrelates with and links the various
neighborhoods of the community with each other and to certain destination points, such as
the lake, school, parks and mixed-use village.
Policies
1.1
Apply the policies and standards contained in the City's Park and Recreation Master Plan
to acquire sufficient parkland and recreation facilities to support new development.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes a substantial amount of open space as community
park, mini parks, arroyo park, lake park, paseo park and paseos and trails throughout the
development. The provision of parks and open space complies with the City's Park and
Recreation Master Plan.
1.2
Require the dedication of parkland and development of facilities to be consistent with the
Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
The proposed plan complies with the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
1.3
Require developers of residential projects greater than fifty dwelling units to dedicate land
based on the park acre standard of five (5) acres of usable parkland to one thousand (1,000)
population, or the payment of in-lieu fees in accordance with the parks and Recreation
Master Plan.
Adequate amount of parks and open space has been dedicated based on the above
standards and calculations.
1.4
Park credit for land with floodplains shall be given in accordance with the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan.
This policy is not applicable because the project site does not contain any flood plains.
1.5
Pursue the joint use of public lands available and suitable for recreation purposes, including
lands under the jurisdiction of the Riverside County Flood Control District, Southern
California Edison, water districts, and other public agencies.
This policy is not applicable because the project proposes community and neighborhood
parks throughout the development, and it is not in close vicinity of any public lands that
can be utilized for joint use.
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1.6 Encourage the enhancement and preservation of significant natural features, including
riparian areas, rock outcroppings, sensitive habitat areas and viewpoints through park
design and site development.
One feature of the Harveston Specific Plan is the Arroyo Park, which is a naturalistic park
that preserves the existing creek bed and creates a Hparian environment. The Arroyo Park
will provide a different recreational experience to the residents of the community.
1.7 Encourage the enhancement and preservation of historic stxuctures and landscape features
in the design, development and use of parks.
The design and development of the different parks within the Specific Plan area will be
based on extensive use of landscape features to create a unique experience. No historic
structures exist within the project area.
1.8 Encourage public safety and compatibility with adjacent use in park design and
development, including location of buildings, activity areas, lighting and parking.
Design features such as special architectural treatment, perimeter and interior
landscaping, and lighting will be incorporated into the project for safety and compatibility
with the adjacent uses. The Community Park has been designed consistent with City
standards (see Figure 6.3, Community Park Detail).
1.9 Coordinate long range park and open space planning with Riverside County and the City of
Murrieta.
1.10
This policy is not applicablq because it is a City directed policy.
Maximize pedestrian and bicycle access to existing and new parks as an alternative to
automobile access.
The Specific Plan project proposes extensive trails and bike lanes that would connect to all
the different planning areas and uses, including parks.
1.11 Encourage joint recreational use between school and park facilities when appropriate.
1.12
This policy is not applicable because the community park and the proposed elementary
school are not in close adjacency to one another, therefore making it difficult to encourage
true joint use.
Consider the establishment of development impact fees to cover the cost of capital
improvements for parks and recreation facilities needed to serve new development.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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Goal 2:
Conservation and protection of surface water, groundwater and imported water
resources.
Discussion:
The l-larveston Specific Plan will coordinate with Riverside County Flood Control District
to design necessary flood control improvements for Murrieta Creek and Temecula Creek
that preserve the important natural features and resources of the local creeks and the
riparian forest of the Santa Margarita River Watershed, to the maximum extent feasible.
The project will protect groundwater in cooperation with the Rancho California Water
District and conserve potable water by requiring water conservation techniques in all new
developmenZ. The project will also encourage utilization of reclaimed water, if available,
for irrigation and other appropriate uses.
Policies
2.1 Coordinate with Riverside County Flood Control District to design flood control
improvements for Murrieta Creek and Temecula Creek that preserve the important natural
features and resources of the local creeks and the riparian forest of the Santa Margarita
River, to the maximum extent feasible.
The Harveston Specific Plan provides for drainage and flood control facilities and
improvements in accordance with the City of Temecula and the Riverside County Flood
Control District requirements. (See Section 5.0, Infrastructure Plan).
2.2 Identify and protect groundwater resources from depletion and sources of pollution in
cooperation with the Rancho California Water District.
The proposed project will comply with standard specifications to protect groundwater
resources from depletion and sources of pollution in cooperation with the Rancho
California Water District.
2.3 Conserve potable water by requiring water conservation techniques in alt new
development.
The Harveston Specific Plan will comply with Title 20, California Administrative Code
Section 1604 09 (Appliance Efficiency Standards), which establish efficiency standards that
set the maximum flow rate of all new showerheads, lavatory faucets, etc., as well as Health
and Safety Code Section 17621.3 which requires low-flush toilets and urinals in virtually
all buildings.
2.4 Use reclaimed water for the irrigation of parks, golf courses, publicly landscaped areas and
other feasible applications as service becomes available from RCWD and EMWD.
The proposed project will encourage utilization of reclaimed water, if available, for
irrigation and other appropriate uses.
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2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
Require the use of soil management techniques to reduce erosion, eliminate off-site
sedimentation, and prevent other soil-related problems that may adversely affect waterways
in the community.
All construction activities that results in the disturbance of at least five acres of total land
area or activity which is part of a larger common plan of development of five acres or
greater, will obtain the appropriate State general permit for National Pollution Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) perraits and pay the appropriate fees. All development within
the Specific Plan boundaries will be subject to future requirements adopted by the City to
implement the NPDES program. Mitigation measures may include, but not be limited to:
onsite retention; covered storage of all outside storage facilities; vegetated swales;
monitoring programs, etc.
Regulate and manage lands adjacent to or affecting watercourses as stipulated by the
Regional Water Resources Control Board.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy. The Specific Plan Project
has, however, obtained 401 permits from the RWQCB.
Ensure that approved projects have filed a Notice of Intent and Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan in accordance with the Federal Clean Water Act, prior to issuance of
building permits.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy. The EIR does, however,
require filing ora Notice of lntent as mitigation.
Ensure adequate inspection and enforcement of the requirements of General ConsWacfion
Permits, particularly related to erosion control during grading and construction.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Participate in regional planning for the Santa Margarita River Watershed in conjunction
with Federal, State, Regional and local agencies, and non-profit organization.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Participate in water resources management planning to facilitate the long-term availability
of water resources for western Riverside County.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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Goal 3:
Conservation of important biological' habitats and protection of plant and animal
species of concern, wildlife movement corridors, and general biodiversity.
Discussion:
Based upon the findings of the biological studies performed for the site, the proposed
project site does not include significant onsite biological resources. The project proposes
an arroyo park, which will include the creation ora riparian habitat. The Arroyo Park will
be developed consistent with the mitigation requirement and permits of the U.S. Army
Corps and State Department of Fish and Game. The Specific Plan will also incorporate
local native vegetation, mature trees, and/or other significant vegetation into the landscape
design of the proposed development.
PoHci~
3.1
Require development proposals to identify significant biological resources and provide
mitigation, including the use of adequate buffering; selective preservation; the provision of
replacement habitats; the use of sensitive site planning techniques including wildlife
corridor/recreational trails; and other appropriate measure.
Based upon the findings of the biological studies performed for the site, the proposed
project site does not include significant onsite biological resources. The project proposes
an arroyo park, which will include the creation of a riparian habitat. The Arroyo Park will
be developed consistent with the mitigation requirement of the U.S. Army Corps and State
Department ofFish and Game.
3.2
Work with State, regional and non-profit agencies and organizations to preserve and
enhance significant biological resources on publicly owned lands.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.3
Coordinate with the County of Riverside and other relevant agencies in the adoption and
implementation of the Riverside County Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.4
Encourage developers to incorporate native drought-resistant vegetation, mature trees, and
other significant vegetation into the site and landscape design for proposed projects.
The Harveston Specific Plan will incorporate local native vegetation, mature trees, and/or
other significant vegetation into the landscape design of the proposed development (see
Section I0.0, Design Guidelines).
3.5
Maintain an inventory of existing natural resources in the City through periodic updates of
the Master Environmental Assessment.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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3.6 Limit the recreational use of designated open space areas where sensitive biological
resources are present.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.7 Maintain and enhance the resources of the Temecula Creek, Santa Margarita River,
Pechanga Creek and other water ways to ensure the long-term viability of the habitat,
wildlife, and wildlife movement corridors.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 4:
Conservation of energy through the use of available technology and conservation
practices.
Discussion:
To reduce energy use, the proposed Specific Plan will utilize energy saving techniques such
as orienting buildings properly (i.e., north/south lot orientation), planting trees to take
advantage of the sun, ensuring adequate roof overhangs, providing properly insulated
walls and providing simple heat storage systetns such as dual-paned windows. The project
development will also include utilization of energy efficient building materials for
construction in order to reduce energy use.
Policies
4.1
-Encourage the use of site planning techniques, building orientation and building design that
reduce energy use.
To reduce energy use, the proposed Specific Plan will utilize energy saving techniques such
as orienting buildings properly (i.e., north/south lot orientation), planting trees to take
advantage of the sun, ensuring adequate roof overhangs, providing properly insulated
walls, aru~ providing simple heat storage systems such as dual-paned windows.
4.2 Require the use of energy efficient building materials to reduce energy use.
Besides using the above techniques, the project development will also include utilization of
energy efficient building materials for construction in order to reduce energy use.
Goal 5:
Conservation of open space areas for a balance of recreation, scenic enjoyment, and
protection of natural resources and features.
Discussion:
The Specific Plan will conserve open space areas for a balance of recreation, scenic
enjoyment and protection of natural resources and features by including clustered housing
as part of its land use proposal, and by dedicating substantial areas of open space as
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community park, mini parks, arroyo park, lake, lake park, paseo park, and extensive paseos
and trail system
PoHcies
5.1
Pursue the conservation of the western and southern ridgelines, the Santa Maxgarita River,
slopes in the Sphere of Influence, and other important landforms and historic landscape
features through the development review process and as a condition of project approval.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
5.2
Identify significant viewsheds to proposed projects that may be preserved through the
dedication of open space or the use of sensitive grading, site design and building
techniques.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
5.3
Encourage the use of clustered development and other site planning techniques to
maximize the preservation of open space.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes clustered housing as part of its land use proposals,
and it dedicates substantial areas of open space as community park, mini parks, arroyo
park, lake, lake park, paseo park, and extensive paseos and trail system.
5.4
Retain and improve the quality of landscaping in parkways, public slopes, rights-of-way,
parks, civic facilities and other public open areas.
The Design Guidelines Section (10.0) of the Specific Plan includes landscaping guidelines,
which proposes landscaping of high standards and quality for the entire site.
5.5
Coordinate with Homeowner's Association to maintain landscaping along slopes adjacent
to public right-of-ways.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes a maintenance plan (see Figure 12.2) which oudines
the future maintenance responsibilities of slopes, roadways and public and private open
space and recreational facilities. Landscape sections, which identify maintenance
responsibilities, are also included in Section 12.0.
5.6
Coordinate with Homeowner's Associations to maintain landscaping along slopes adjacent
to public right-of-ways.
The Harveston Specific Plan has dedicated parkland in conformance with the policies and
standards of the Park and Recreation Master Plan of the City of Temecula. The Specific
Plan included a maintenance plan, which addresses maintenance responsibilities adjacent
to Public right-of-way.
5.7 Requh'e adequate open space in new development for both passive and active recreation.
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5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
5.12
The Harveston Specific Plan has dedicated adequate amounts of open space for both active
and passive recreation, based on the requirements of the TCSD.
Require the vegetation of graded slopes concurrent with project development to minimize
erosion and maintain the scenic character of the community.
Vegetation of graded slopes will be required in order to minimize erosion and visual
impacts concurrent with project development.
Require the connection of open space and recreation areas to adjacent developments and
publicly owned recreation areas where appropriate.
The proposed trail system will connect to the public Community Park which, is part of the
Specific Plan area and also to City wide trails and the existing Margarita Park located off-
site.
Study the feasibility of establishing a System of Transferable Development Credits, in
conjunction with the County, to conserve open space or agricultural uses.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Incorporate seismic hazard safety Zones into valley-wide open space and park systems.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Encourage the use of native vegetation where re-vegetation and landscaping is to occur.
The proposed plan will utilize native vegetation for the re-vegetation of the Arroyo Park.
Goal 6:
Preservation of significant historical and cultural resources.
Discussion:
This goal is not applicable because according to the Initial Study (and the City of Temecula
General Plan), the site does not contain any sensitive archaeological resources. Although
the study found no paleontological sites, project implementation could expose fossils
through grading and other development activities. Implementation of EIR mitigation
measures will ensure that exposure of cultural resources during grading/construction does
not occur.
Policies
6.1 Maintain an inventory of areas of sensitive archaeological/paleontological sensitivity in the
planning area.
According to the Initial Study (and the City of Temecula General Plan), the site does not
contain any sensitive archaeological resources. The cultural resources study that was
prepared concluded the same. Although paleontological sites were not found on the site,
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6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.9
project implementation could expose fossils through grading and other development
activities. Implementation of E1R mitigation measures will ensure that exposure of cultural
resources during grading/construction does not occur.
Require sites proposed for future development to be evaluated for archaeological resources
in accordance with the procedures established in a Memorandum of Agreement with the
Eastern Information Center at UC Riverside.
A cultural resource study was performed evaluating for archaeological resources in
conformance with the procedures established in a Memorandum of Agreement with the
Easter Information Center at UC Riverside.
Require sites proposed for furore development that are identified in this Element as being
of high or undetermined paleontological sensitivity to be evaluated by a qualified vertebrate
paleontologist.
Although the study found no paleontological sites, project implementation could expose
fossils through grading and other development activities. Implementation of EIR
mitigation measures will ensure that exposure of cultural resources during
grading/construction does not occur.
Require sites containing significant archaeological or paleontological resources to either
preserve identified sites or provide for the professional retrieval of artifacts prior to
development.
Implementation of the mitigation measures contained in the EIR will ensure that exposure
of cultural resources during grading/conservation does not occur.
Require that a certified archaeologist and/or paleontologist be present on site during
grading, earth moving, or demolition of smactures when these resources have been
discovered during consmaction, and for sites designated or potentially designated as
culturally significant ia order to ensure these sites are preserved and protected. Native
American observers may be requested to be present on site to observe and reffieve cultural
resources when deemed necessary by a certified archaeologist or paleontologist and/or
when mandated by state law.
Although the cultural resources study performed did not identify any paleontological sites,
project implementation couM expose fossils through grading and other development
activities. Implementation of mitigation measures will ensure that exposure of cultural
resources during grading/construction does not occur.
Not applicable because project is not in Old Town Specific Plan area.
Not applicable because project is not in Old Town Specific Plan area.
Not applicable because project is not in Old Town Specific Plan area.
Not applicable because project does not contain historic structures on-site.
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6.10 Not applicable because project does not contain historic structures on-site.
6.11 Not applicable because project does not contain historic structures on-site.
Goal 7:
Protection of prime agricultural land from premature conversion to urbanized uses.
This goal is not applicable because the Harveston Specific Plan site does not contain any
prime agricultural land, which would be converted to urbanized uses.
Goal 8:
A trail system that serves both recreational and transportation needs.
Discussion:
The proposed Harveston Specific Plan trail system proposed connections to the City wide
trail system. It also seeks to create a pedestrian friendly environment where extensive
trails and bike lanes are provided for ease of access between different planning areas and
land uses.
Policies
8.1
Provide a City-wide recreation system that connects to the County's regional trail system
through adoption of a Master Plan of Trails that provides for bicycling, equestrian, hiking
and jogging trails and support facilities.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
8.2 Negotiate land deeds as necessary to implement the City-wide trail system.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
8.3
Require proposed development to provide trail connections to the cit};-wide trail system as
defmed by the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Master Plan of Trails.
The proposed Harveston Specific Plan trail system proposes connections to the City-wide
trail system, according to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Master Plan of Trails.
8.4
Require development plans to identify locations for an internal u'ails/sidewalk system that
links land uses and provides convenient travel to transit facilities.
The Specific Plan seeks to create a pedestrian friendly environment where extensive trails
and bike lanes are provided for ease of access between different planning areas and land
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Goal 9:
Protection of dark skies from intrusive light sources, which may impact the Palomar
Observatory
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan is located within thirty (30) miles of Mount Palomar
Observatory. In order to reduce light and glare impacts to the operations at the
Observatory, outdoor lighting will be from Iow-pressure sodium lamps that are oriented
and shielded to prevent direct illumination above the horizon plane passing through the
luminare.
Current supplies of electrical service hove been strained due to recent de-regulation of the
power industry. Recent shortages in generation capacity may require residents and
business owners to pay higher costs for electricity or accept limitations required by the
utility purveyors during periods of limited supply. The State of California is in the process
of addressing this issue, as it is a Statewide and regional issue. ~'mitations will be
resolved as new generating capacity is brought on line over the next few years. The project
will be developed in stages and is anticipated to commence construction in early-2001.
Policies
9.1
Coordinate with the County of Riverside and California Institute of Technology for
Economic Research Purposes to ensure preservation procedures for dark skies are
incorporated into the City development review process.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed polio'. Please see consistency
analysis for Goal 9, above._
9.2
Participate in Palomax Observatory's dark sky conservation areas.
The Harveston Specific Plan is located within thirty (30) miles of Mount Palomar
Observatory. In order to reduce light and glare impacts to the operations at the
Observatory, outdoor lighting will be from low pressure sodium lamps thor are oriented
and shielded to prevent direct illumination above the horizon plane passing through the
luminare.
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GROWTH MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
GROWTH IVIANAGEMENT / PUBLIC FACILITIES ELEMENT
Goal 1:
Cooperate management of growth among local governments within Riverside County.
Discussion:
This goal is not applicable because it is a City directed goal. However, the Harveston Specific
Plan provides ample amounts of open space for the enjoyment of the future residents of the
Harveston community as well as the residents of neighboring development and the City in
general. Also, the infrastructure standards have been prepared in coordination with the adjacent
jurisdiction and property owners to help ensure compatibility. The plan does create unique
development standards that will maintain the quality of life and the integrity of the proposed
development.
.Policies
1.1 Continue to participate with the Western Riverside Council of Governments in the preparation of
plans and programs addressing regional issues, including the Growth Management Strategy,
Comprehensive Transportation Plan, Water Resources Strategy, and School Facilities Plan.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed poIicy.
Sffive to achieve the policies of WRCOG's Growth Management Strategy as appropriate through
Temecula's Growth Management Program.
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Assist in the establishment of cooperative efforts to implement development standards, which
address quality of life issues.
The Har~eston Specific Plan contains extensive development standards, which strive to enforce a
set of standards that would enhance and maintain a high quality of life for the community
residents.
Strive to achieve economic growth and prosperity, while preserving natural beauty and the social
quality of life in southwestern Riverside County.
The Harveston Specific Plan has been prepared in conformance with the City of Temecula
General Plan, and as such the goal of the Specific Plan is to introduce a development within the
southwestern Riverside County that will achieve economic growth (i.e., 112.4 acres of Service
Commercial proposed) and yet preserve the beauty and quality of life in the area (Le., extensive
park and open space program proposed).
Encourage or assist in the establishment of natural reserves for the preservation of sensitive and
endangered species, and to provide open space for residents.
The Harveston Specific Plan provides ample amounts of open space for the enjoyment of the
future residents of the Harveston community as well as the residents of neighboring developments
and the City in general. The plan also includes a lO. 5-acre arroyo park, which will create a
riparian habitat and preserve the defined U.S. waters creek bed in its natural state. The project
site does not contain any sensitive or endangered species.
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1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
Seek to establish minimum compatibility with adjacent jurisdictions for basic development
standards related to infrastructure and engineering, while preserving unique zoning and design
standards.
The Harveston Specific Plan infrastructure standards have been prepared in coordination with
the adjacent jurisdiction and property owners to help ensure compatibility. The plan does create
unique development standards that will maintain the quality of life and the integrity of the
proposed development.
Establish a joint planning process with the County to plan for future development in the Sphere of
Influence.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Establish a joint review process with the County to ensure that proposed projects in the Sphere of
Influence can be adequately served in the future by the City.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Guide the timing and provision of facilities and services to support development and protect or
enhance the quality of life.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes'a phasing plan of development (see Figure 12. I, Phasing
Plan, in Section 12.0, Implementation and Administration) that would ensure provision of
facilities and services to support development as the project buildout proceeds.
Require development to pay its fair share of the costs of facilities and services required to serve
the resulting level of growth.
The Harveston Specific Plan will be conditioned to pay Development Impact Fees and other
required fees to mitigate its share of impacts on facilities and services that will serve the future
growth.
1.11 Pursue joint efforts to achieve fiscal stability for both City and County government.
1.12
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Consider options to jointly contract with other jurisdictions for the provisions of services or
facilities to achieve economies of scale.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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Goal 2:
Orderly and efficient patterns of growth within Temecula that enhance the quality of life
for residents.
Discussion:
In an effort to enhance the quality of life for residents, the Harveston Specific Plan includes a
Mixed Use Village Center that proposes a mix of uses with an efficient circulation and open
space system. The proposed project also includes a variety of housing types in terms of cost,
density and design to meet the needs of different segments of the population. In nrMition, it
includes commercial uses, which would create jobs locally and regionally, therefore, maintaining
a balance between jobs and housing opportunities.
Policies
2.1 Prepare and implement a Growth Management Program for Temecula.
2.2
2.3
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Ensure that phasing of public facilities and services occur in such a way that new development is
adequately supported as it develops.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes a phasing plan of development (see Figure 12.1, Phasing
Plan, Section 12.0, Implementation and Administration) that would ensure provision of facilities
and services to support development as the project buildout proceeds.
Establish and maintain level of service standards in order to document adequacy requkements.
2.4
2.5
2.6
The Harveston Specific Plan E]R provides an analysis of the project's impacts on levels of
service and proposes mitigation to ensure adequate level of service standards are maintained
with project implementation.
Encourage development of Mixed Use Village Centers, as defined in the Land Use and
Community Design Elements to reduce public service costs and environmental impacts through
compatible land use relationships, and efficient circulation and open space systems.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes a Mixed Use Village Center that proposes a mix of uses
with an efficient circulation and open space system.
Encourage new development that helps to create and maintain a balance between jobs and
housing opportunities.
The proposed project includes a variety of housing types in terms of cost, density and design to
meet the needs of different segments of the population. In addition, it includes commercial uses,
which would create jobs locally and regionally, therefore, maintaining a balance between jobs
and housing opportunities.
Establish priority growth areas within the City and Sphere of Influence where near-term
urbanization will be encouraged.
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2.7
2.8
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Discourage the use of assessment disu-icts that promote urban sprawl and premature urbanization
in rural and agricultural areas.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Coordinate the Growth Management Program with the Congestion Management Program as
necessary.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 3:
Effective and cost efficient sheriff, fire and emergency medial service within the City.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan EIR provides an analysis of the project's impacts on police and fire
protection levels of service and proposes mitigation to ensure adequate level of service standards
is maintained with project implementation.
Policies
3.1
Strive to provide a minimum of one full-time officer per 1,000 residents for police protection
services.
The Harveston Specific Plan EIR provides an analysis of the project's impacts on police
protection levels of service and proposes mitigation to ensure adequate level of service standards
are maintained with project implementation.
3.2
Strive to provide a minimum response time of between 7 and 10 minutes of an alarm for 90
percent of all fires, in accordance with the Riverside County Fixe Protection and Emergency
Master Plan.
The Harveston Specific Plan EIR provides an analysis of the project's impacts on fire protection
levels of service and proposes mitigation to ensure adequate level of service staadarde are
maintained with project implementation.
3.3
Require new development to address fire and police protection in a proactive and preventative
way through stxeet design, orientation of en~yways, siting of structures, landscaping, lighting and
other security features.
The Harveswn Specific Plan design guidelines and standards (see Section 10.0, Design
Guidelines) provide for features listed above that would create a safe and secure environment for
the residents. Additionally, the Specific Plan and EIR will be reviewed by police and fire so
additional recommendation can be incorporated if necessary.
3.4
Coordinate with the County of Riverside in the location and phasing of new sheriff facilities or
fire stations to ensure that adequate service levels are maintained.
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3.5
3.6
3.7
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Promote the establishment of Neighborhood Watch Programs in conjunction with the Sheriff's
Department to increase the surveillance of neighborhoods.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Consider the provision of police services by the City if it is more cost effective than contracting
with the County of Riverside.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Promote community awareness regarding drug use and gangs through the Police Department,
Community Service Department, and public serdce organizations.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 4:
A quality school system that contains adequate facilities and funding to educate the youth of
Temecala.
Discussion:
The Temecula Valley Unified School District has been actively involved in the Harveston Specific
Plan process, aru~ a 12.0-acre site has been designated for an elementary school in response to
the District's request. The School District will be made aware of future legislative land use
policy decisions. There will be a need to expand school facilities at all levels to accommodate
students from the proposed project. The District anticipates funding the school facilities for the
proposed project from the fees collected through an existing school agreement, with half of the
estimate being funded by the State, so long as those funds are available.
PoHci~
4.1 Provide information to the Temecula Valley Unified School district, when considering General
Plan amendments, specific plans, zone changes, or other legislative land use policy decisions, to
support the School district in providing adequate school facilities for students for new
development to the extent permitted by law.
The Temecula Valley Unified School District has been actively involved in the Harveston Specific
Plan process, and a 12.0-acre site has been designated for an elementary school in response to
the District's request. The School District will be made aware of.future legislative land use
policy decisions.
4.2 Promote and encourage the phasing of project development so that the School district may plan,
finance, and construct school facilities intended to serve the development.
The proposed project applicant is having continual discussions with the School District
regarding the phasing of the development plan in relation to the timing of the school site
development.
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4.3 Review proposed legislative land use decisions in the context of the adequacy of present and
future facilities as permitted by law.
The Harveston Specific Plan has been prepared based on the City of Temecula General Plan, and
as such adheres to all the requirements of the City and takes into account adequacy of present
and future facilities in making land use proposals.
4.4 Provide safe access for school children walking, bicycling, or driving to and from school sites
through coordination between the school district, and City departments of Planning, Public
Works, and Engineering.
The proposed project provides for an extensive system of trails, paseos, and bike lanes. These
pedestrian/bicycle circulation systems have been designed through coordination with the City
and School District and are consistent with the guidelines and requirements of the City of
Temecula~
4.5 Pursue the establishment of a Ixade school, junior college or 4oyear college in Temecula that
offers an emphasis in the education required by the engineering, biotechnical and biomedical
industries located in Temecula.
4.6
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Plan for the joint use of school/municipal facilities wherever feasible and desirable, including: the
joint use of school grounds, buildings, City parks, multi-purpose buildings, and recreation
facilities.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 5:
Public and Quasi-public facilities and services which provide for the social, cultural, civic,
religious, and recreational needs of the community.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan provides areas (i.e., community park, village green, lake park, club
house facility and school) where citizens would come together and participate in community
programs. Child care facilities are pennined uses within the Mixed Use Village Center and
High-Density Residential areas of the Specific Plan area. Senior citizens centers are permitted
uses within the Mixed Use Village Center of the Specific Plan area. Religious institutions and
other quasi-public uses are permitted and encouraged within the Mixed Use Overlay Zone. The
proposed project encourages promoting such use for the benefit of all the community.
Policies
5.1 Acquire a civic center site and construct permanent City Hall facilities when feasible.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy
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5.2
5.3
Continue to encourage citizens to participate in community programs and volunteer for public
service positions.
The Harvestan Specific Plan provides areas (i.e., community park, club house facility and school)
where citizens would come together and participate in community programs. The proposed
project encourages promoting such activities for the benefit of all the community.
Evaluate the feasibility of providing child care facilities in connection with employment-
generating uses.
Child care facilities are permitted uses within the Mixed Use Village Center and High Density
Residential areas of the Specific Plan area. The proposed project encourages promoting such
use for the benefit of all the community.
5.4
Encourage the development of a senior citizens center(s).
Senior citizens centers are permitted uses within the Mixed Use Village Center of the Specific
Plan area. The proposed project encourages promoting such use for the benefit of all the
comlnunigy,
5.5
Encourage the provision of cultural facilities within the community, including: art museums,
theaters, a performing arts center, special exhibitions, an outdoor amphitheater, and Indian
Cultural Interpretive Center.
The proposed Specific Plan includes an array of uses including, outdoor amphitheater, art
displays, outdoor exhibition areas, and more. Such uses are permitted and encouraged within
this zone.
5.6
Encourage the provision of special recreation facilities such as a stadimn, a zoo, and an
amusement park.
This policy is not applicable because the proposed Harveston Specific Plan does not propose a
stadium, a zoo, and an amusement park.
5.7
Encourage the sharing or combining of public facilities for educational, cultural, and recreational
purposes to more efficiently utilize public spaces and to provide viable community gathering
Multi-purpose facilities, which confirm the above listed uses are permitted and encouraged
within the Mixed Use Overlay Zone.
5.8
Encourage the availability of sites for religious institutions and other quasi-public uses in the
City.
Religious institutions and other quasi-public uses are permined and encouraged within the Mixed
Use Overlay Zone.
5.9
Cooperate with Riverside County to provide for library facilities and services that are consistent
with community needs.
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5.10
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Continue to assist non-profit community organizations in terms of fmanciai and other forms of
support to the extent feasible.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 6:
A water and wastewater infrastructure system that supports
development in the Study Area.
existing and future
Discussion:
The proposed waster and wastewater plans for Harveston Specific Plan area will support future
development in the area. The proposed Harveston Specific Plan area is located within the
Rancho California Water District water service area. The proposed water plan consists of 12-
inch and 16-inch backbone pipelines for domestic and fire service to the proposed commercial,
residential, and parkland uses. The wastewater flows are proposed to be treated at the Santa
Rosa Water Reclamation Plant, which is owned and operated by the RCWD. Sewer from the
proposed project area will be directed to the Eastern Municipal Water District sewer system
along Santa Gertrudis Creek at two locations.
Policies
6.1 Require landowners to demonstrate that an available water supply and sewer treatment capacity
exists or will be provided to serve proposed development, prior to issuance of building permits.
Section .5.0, Infrastructure Plan, of the Specific Plan requires that future development provide
assurance for provision of adequate water supply and sewer treatment capacity prior to issuance
of building permits.
6.2 Requh'e landowners, prior to issuance of building permits, to demonstrate that adequate
wastewater capacity exists to accommodate the proposed development.
Section .5.0, Infrastructure Plan, of the Specific Plan requires that future development provide
assurance for provision of adequate wastewater capacity prior to issuance of building permits.
6.3 Coordinate with the water and wastewater districts when considering General Plan amendments,
annexations, or development agreements; in order to assist the districts in planning for adequate
capacity to accommodate future growth.
The Harveston Specific Plan water and wastewater plans have been prepared in coordination
with the appropriate districts. The districts were also contacted for input during the EIR process.
6.4 Coordinate with the wastewater district to make reclaimed water available for irrigation purposes
in the City.
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6.5
6.6
The irrigation system will be designed to conform to the State's Water Conservation Assembly
Bill 325 and City of Temecula Water Conservation Ordinances in effect. Additionally, the
project will utilized reclaimed water, as available, for irrigation.
Encourage the preparation of a long-term water management program by the District, and assist
the District where appropriate.
The District has been contacted for information and requirements during preparation of the
utility plan.for the Harveston Specific Plar~ The District was also contacted for input during the
EIR process.
Requh'e all new construction of water and sewer infrastructure to be consistent with utility master
plans and to implement the policies of the Gen*ra~ Plan.
The Harveston Specific Plan Section 5.0, Infrastructure Plan, requires all new construction of
water and sewer infrastructure be consistent with the utility master plans and policies of the
General Plan. All water and sewer lines will be designed per EMWD and/or RCWD District
requirements.
Goal 7:
An effective, safe and environmentally compatible flood control system.
Discussion:
Drainage and flood control facilities and improvements will be provided in accordance with the
City of Temecula and the Riverside County Flood Control District requirements. The proposed
drainage plan utilizes the project streets and storm drains to carry storm water to the existing
natural drainage courses and to the drainage facilities under the 1-15 freeway. A storm drain
system is proposed to carry storm water that exceeds surface street capacity.
Policies
7.1 Work with the Riverside County Flood Consol District and other agencies involved in the
Murrieta Creek flood control improvements to implement a flood conlxol solution that maximizes
the retention of natural resources and the provision of recreation opportunities along the creek.
7.2
7.3
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Prepare a City of Temecula Master Drainage Plan, which incorporates the Murrieta Creek Area
Drainage Plan and additional planning efforts into one document.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Develop master drainage plans, when appropriate, for the Sphere of influence, in conjunction
with the Flood Control District.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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Goal 8:
A solid waste management system that provides for the safe and efficient collection,
transportation, recovery and disposal of solid wastes.
Discussion:
The solid waste produced within the development area will be safely carried to the disposing
facilities.
Policies
8.1
Coordinate with the County of Riverside to provide and expand service for the collection, storage,
transportation, recovery, and disposal of solid waste to meet the needs of the City.
The proposed project will comply with the City of Temecula and County of Riverside
requirements, and it will implement existing collection, storage, transportation, recovery and
disposal of solid waste.
8.2
Provide for the collection and disposal of household hazardous waste through the adoption of a
Household H~7ardous Waste Element.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
8.3
Provide for solid waste reduction and recycling within the City through the adoption of a Source
Reduction and Recycling Element.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 9:
Adequate electrical, natural gas, and telecommunication systems to meet the demand of new
and existing development.
Discussion:
Electrical service is currently provided in the area by Southern California Edison Company
(SCE). Adequate electric power supply can be provided. Natural gas service is currently
provided by Southern California Gas Company. SCG indicates that gas service could be
provided to the Specific Plan area in accordance with the Company's policies and extension rules
on file with the California Public Utilities Commission at the time contractual arrangements are
made.
Policies
9.1
Coordinate with the responsible companies to provide for the continued maintenance,
development, and expansion of electricity, natural gas, and telecommunications systems to serve
residents and businesses.
9.2
As part of the Specific Plan EIR process, all utilities companies responsible for providing
services to the new development were contacted to inquired about the level of service availability
and nrMitional requirements.
Pursue the undergxounding of utilities along arterial roads, where feasible.
The Harveston Specific Plan requires all new utility lines be undergrounded, in conformance with
the requirements of the City of Temecula.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ELEMENT
Goal 1:
Protection from natural hazards associated with geologic instability, seismic events, and
flooding.
Discussion;
To protect from natural hazards associated with geologic instability, seismic events, and
flooding, the Harveston Specific Plan EIR includes a geatechnical investigation that evaluates
soils and geologic condition~ to determine stability. Also, the Specific Plan and the EIR require
that all new development onsite comply with the most recent Uniform Building Code seismic
design standards.
PoHcies
1.1
Require review of soil and geologic conditions to determine stability prior to project approval. Ia
areas that may have significant geologic constraints, require analysis by a Registered
Geotechnical Engineer.
The Harveston Specific Plan EIR includes a geotechnical investigation prepared by a registered
geotechnical engineer that evaluates soils and geologic conditions to determine stability.
Geotechnical recommendations and mitigation measures will be incorporated as necessary.
1.2
Require mitigation of potential adverse impacts of geologic and seismic hazards, including
ground surface rupture and liquefaction, at the project level.
Mitigation measures are proposed and will be enforced at the project level for all identified
potential geologic and seismic hazard impacts.
1.3
Monitor hazardous buildings in Old Town and work with property owners to remediate these
buildings to improve structural integrity.
This policy is not applicable because the Harveston Specific Plan is not located within the Old
Town, and this is a City directed policy.
1.4
Require all new development to comply with the most recent Uniform Building Code seismic
design standards.
The proposed Harveston Specific Plan and the EIR will require that all new development onsite
comply with the most recent Uniform Building Code seismic design standards.
1.5
Monitor the potential for seismic events and other geologic activity with the County of Riverside
and California Division of Mines and Geology.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy. Additionally, the Specific Plan
and the E1R require that all new development onsite comply with the most recent Uniform
Building Code seismic design standards.
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1.6 Establish development management techniques to lessen the potential for erosion and landslides.
Prior to initial grading, a soils report and geotechnical study will be performed that further
analyze onsite soil conditions and slope stability and include appropriate measures to control
erosion and landslide (see Sections 8.0, Grading Plan and I0.0, Design Guidelines).
1.7 Prohibit development in the floodway portion of the 100-year floodplain.
This policy is not applicable because the project site is not located within the lO0-year
floodplain.
1.8 Encourage only compatible uses within the 100-year floodplain.
This policy is not applicable because the project site is not located within the lO0-year
floodplain.
1.9 Minimize the intrusion into and alteration of the 100-year floodplain.
This policy is not applicable because the project site is not located within the lO0-year
floodplain.
Goal 2:
Protection of the public and environmental resources from exposure to hazardous materials
and waste.
Discussion:
Based on the results ora Phase I analysis for the site, there are no potential risks associated with
hazardous materials.
.Policies
2.1 Minimize the risks associated with hazardous materials through careful land use planning.
The Harveston Specific Plan provides a comprehensive development plan of all land within the
Specific Plan area. Land use determination is based on the best and most appropriate use for the
land and situation. Based on the results of a Phase l analysis for the site, there are no potential
risks associated with hazardous materials.
Goal 3:
A safe and secure community, free from the threat of personal injury and loss of property.
Discussion:
To build a safe and secure community free from the threat of personal injury and loss of property,
the Harveston Specific Plan incorporates defensible space into site plan and building design.
The proposed project also provides secondary access points in conformance with the City
standards to ensure timely emergency service response.
Policies
3.1 Ensure adequate facilities and police and fire service personnel are provided in the City.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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3.2 Continue to work with the community in operating Neighborhood Watch program.~ that promote
mutual assistance and crime prevention activities among residents.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.3 Reduce the risk of wildland fire through imposition of site-specific development standards during
project review.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.4 Require new development to incorporate defensible space into site plan and building design.
The Harveston Specific Plan incorporates defensible space into site plan and building design (see
Section 10.0, Design Guidelines).
3.5 Require all residential development with 35 or more dwelling units to provide secondary access
that meets all City standards to ensure timely emergency service response.
The proposed project does provide secondary access points in conformance with the City
standards to ensure timely emergency service response.
Goal 4:
An effective response of emergency services following a disaster.
This goal is not applicable because it is a City directed goal.
Policies
4.1 Provide for and maintain a coordinated emergency service response to reduce community risk
and proper~y damage in the event of a disaster.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
4.2 Coordinate emergency response planning with Riverside County and the Federal Emergency
Management Agency.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
4.3 Encourag. e community-wide emergency preparedness among City residents and the business
commumty.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
4.4 Regulate location of critical facilities to ensure their continued functioning following a disaster.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
4.5 Establish and maintain an emergency operations center (EOC) for emergency and disaster
situations in a safe and secure location.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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NOISE ELEMENT
Goal 1:
Land Use planning that provides for the separation of significant noise generators from
sensitive receptor areas.
Discussion:
The design of the Ha rveston land use plan has taken into account noise factors and has sought to
maintain a balance where no significant noise impact would result. There are no significant
noise generators included within the Harveston Specific Plan area. The noise emanating from
construction activities is considered temporary, however the EIR provides mitigation measures to
mitigate this impact.
Policies
1.1 Discourage noise sensitive land uses in noisy exterior environments unless measures can be
implemented to reduce exterior and interior noise to acceptable levels. Alternatively, encourage
less sensitive uses in areas adjacent to major noise generators but require appropriate interior
working environments.
The design of the Harveston land use plan has taken into account noise factors and has sought to
maintain a balance where no significant noise impact would result. The EIR provides a detailed
impact analysis and mitigation measures, as necessary.
1.2 Limit the hours of construction activity in residential areas in order to reduce the intrusion of
noise in the early morning and late evening hours, and on weekends and holidays.
As part of the Harveston Specific Plan EIR, a noise study was conducted m analyze potential
noise impacts and introduce mitigation measures, including limitations on hours of construction.
1.3 Incorporate noise standards in the Development Code to ensure that residents are not exposed to
excessive levels of noise bom stationary sources.
As pan of the Harveston Specific Plan EIR, a noise study was conducted to analyze potential
noise impacts and introduce mitigation measures. The Development Code includes standards
that ensure the residents are not exposed to excessive noise levels from stationary sources.
1.4
Require proposed industrial or commercial projects located near existing or planned residential
areas to demonstrate that the project when constructed, will comply with the City noise
requirements.
The Harveston Specific design guidelines and development standards require the Service
Commercial uses comply with the City noise requirements.
1.5
Work with the school district to relocate the school bus maintenance yard to an area that will not
adversely impact sensitive receptors.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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1.7
1.8
1.6
Ensure that current noise hazard areas in the City are identified, quantified, and mapped in a form
that is available to decisionmakers.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Utilize the information from the noise contour map in the General Plan in the development
review process to ensure that noise sensitive land uses are not located near major stationary noise
SOurCeS.
Development of the land use plan of the proposed project utilized information from the noise
contour map to ensure that the noise sensitive land uses are not located near major stationary
noise sources. Additionally, as part of the Harveston Specific Plan EIR, a noise study was
conducted to analyze potential noise impacts and introduce mitigation measures, including noise
standards in the Development Code.
Minimize noise conflicts between land uses and the circulation network.
The land use relationships of the Harveston Specific Plan area have been arranged in a manner
to minimize any potential noise conflicts between land uses and the circulation network.
Additionally, as part of the Harveston Specific Plan EIR, a noise study was conducted to analyze
potential noise impacts and introduce mitigation measures, including noise standards in the
Development Code.
Existing light industrial uses will located next to residential uses in Planning Area No. 1. It
should be noted that this will not present any conflict, as the side of the existing industrial
building will be located at the rear of the residential uses. In addition, an additional landscape
buffer has been included at the rear of these parcels.
Goal 2:
The control of noise between land uses.
Discussion:
As part of the Harveston Specific Plan EIR, a noise study was conducted to analyze potential
noise impacts and to introduce mitigation measures, including noise standards in the
Development Code.
PoHci~
2.1
Limit the maximum permitted noise levels which cross property lines and impact adjacent land
uses.
As pan of the Harveston Specific Plan EIR, a noise study was conducted to analyze potential
noise impacts and introduce mitigation measures, including noise standards in the Development
Code.
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Goal 3:
Consider noise issues in the planning process.
Discussion:
The Harveston Noise Study evaluates potential noise conflicts from project buildout and based
upon identified noise impacts proposes the use of site design and building design techniques,
including the use of landscape setbacks or berrns, building orientation, and buffering of noise
sensitive areas, as a means to minimize noise impacts and/or additional mitigation measures as
appropriate.
Policies
3.1 Establish standards for acceptable limits of noise for various lands use in the City.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.2
Work with the County of Riverside and the City of Murrieta in minimizing or avoiding conflicts
between land use and noise prior to project approvals.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.3
Encourage the use of site design and building design techniques, including the use of landscape
setbacks or berms, building orientation, and buffering of noise sensitive areas, as a means to
minimize noise impacts.
The Harveston Noise Study evaluates potential noise conflicts from project buildout and based
upon identified noise impacts proposes the above techniques and/or additional mitigation
measures as appropriate.
3.4 Evaluate potential noise conflicts for individual sites and projects.
The Noise Study evaluates potential noise conflicts, and based upon identified noise impacts
proposes mitigation measures as appropriate.
3.5 Require mitigation of all significant noise impacts as a condition of project approval.
The Noise proposes mitigation measures, as necessary, which will be enforced as conditions of
project approval.
Goal 4:
M~nimiT. e noise impacts from transportation noise sources.
Discussion:
To minimize noise impacts from transportation noise sources the Noise Study in the EIR
evaluates the potential noise impacts and proposes mitigation measures as appropriate.
Additionally, the proposed Specific Plan has been coordinating efforts with Caltrans and will
comply with the requirements set forth by that agency.
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Policies
4.1
Develop a program to construct barriers to mitigate sound levels where necessary or where
feasible to ensure the peace and quiet of the community.
The Noise Study as part of the E1R, evaluates the potential noise impacts and proposes mitigation
measures as appropriate, in order to ensure peace and quiet within the community.
4.2
Ensure the effective enforcement of City, State, and Federal noise standards by all appropriate
City Divisions.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
4.3
Enforce the speed limit on arterials and local roads to reduce noise impacts from vehicles,
particularly in residential areas.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
4.4
Coordinate with Caltrans to ensure the inclusion of noise mitigation measures in the design of
new highways projects or improvements to existing facilities including, interchange
improvements along 1-15, widening of SR 79 South, SR 79 North and the proposed Date Street/I-
15 interchange.
The proposed Specific Plan has been coordinating efforts with Caltrans and will comply with the
requirements set forth by that agency
4.5
The City shall participate in the planning and impact assessment activities of the Airport Land
Use Commission and other regional or state agencies relative to any proposed expansion of the
ah-pon or change in flight patterns.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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AIR QUALITY ELEMENT
Goal 1:
Improvement of air quality through proper land use planning in Temecula.
Discussion(
The Harveston Specific Plan contains a balanced mix of residential and employment
opportunities, therefore, reducing vehicle miles traveled. The circulation plan and the land use
plan have been coordinated to minimize land use conflicts and prevent potential impacts. As part
of the EIR document, an Air Quality analysis was conducted to evaluate the air pollutant
emission~ and introduce mitigation measures, which will be enforced in order to reduce air
pollution.
~Policies
1.1 Encourage new development that provides employment opportunities for residents of Temecula
to improve the balance of jobs relative to housing.
The Harvestan Specific Plan contains a balanced mix of residential and employment
opportunities, therefore, reducing vehicle miles traveled. The Specific Plan area contains a
service commercial area, and a Mixed Use Village Center, which also includes commercial and
retail.
1.2 Encourage in-fill development near activity centers and along transportation corridors.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
1.3 Minimize land use conflicts between emission sources and sensitive receptors.
The circulation plan and the land use plan have been coordinated to minimized this conflict and
prevent potential impacts.
1.4
Reduce air pollutant emissions by mitigating air quality impacts associated with development
projects to the greatest extent feasible.
As part of the EIR document, an Air Quality analysis was conducted to evaluate the air pollutant
emissions and introduce mitigation measures, which will be enforced in order to reduce air
pollution.
Goal 2:
Enhanced mobility to minimize air pollutant emissions.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes a pedestrian-friendly environment where walking and
biking are encouraged through provision of extensive walking trails/paseos and bike lanes that
connect different planning areas and uses within the community. To have an effcient flow of
traffic, the Specific Plan proposes a hierarchy of streets, in which arterials circumvent the
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community, collector roads proceed into the community, and internal neighborhood streets web
throughout the neighborhoods.
Policies
2.1
Implement transpo~ation demand management techniques to reduce motor vehicle trips,
including walking, bicycling, ridesharing, local transit, staggered work schedules and
telecommunications.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes a pedestrian-friendly environment where walking and
biking are encouraged through provision of extensive walking trails/paseos and bike lanes that
connect different planning areas and uses within the community.
2.2
Maintain an orderly flow of traffic and improve mobility through the use of transportation
systems management techniques.
A Traffic and Circulation Analysis was prepared as part of the EIR, which analyzed the future
traffic flow and proposed mitigations to improve the flow. Additionally, the Specific Plan
proposes a hierarchy of streets, in which arterials circumvent the community, collector roads
proceed into the community, and internal neighborhood streets web throughout the
neighborhoods. This system allows an efficient flow of traffic.
2.3
Pursue development of a pubhc transit system including local shuttle and bus routes, and bicycle
and pedestrian trails that are linked to regional light rail.
The Harceston Specific Plan will comply with the City of Temecula and the Riverside Transit
Agency to facilitate provision of transit sereice. Coordination and correspondence with the
Riverside Transit Agency was completed as part of the Harveston E1R preparation. All maps will
be conditioned during the review stage to ensure compliance.
2.4
Promote alternatives to motorized transportation by establishing a convenient and efficient
system of bicycle routes and pedestrian walkways.
The proposed Specific Plan introduces a pedestrian and bicycle friendly environment where
extensive systems of trails/paseos and bike lanes are provided for ease of access between different
planning areas and uses.
2.5 Promote the use of ahemative clean fueled vehicles for personal and business use.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
2.6
Encourage programs that reduce local traffic congestion at peak hours and during special events.
A Traffic and Circulation Analysis was prepared which analyzes circulation in the Specific Plan
area and its potential impact on a larger area during peak hours. The analysis proposes
mitigations to reduce potential congestion.
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Goal 3:
Incorporate energy conservation practices and recycling to reduce emissions.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan requires future developments employ passive solar heating
techniques in order to save energy consumption. Passive systems will include orienting buildings
properly (£e., north/south lot orientation), planting trees to take advantage of the sun, ensuring
adequate roof overhangs, properly insulating walls, and incorporating simple heat storage
systems, including dual-paned windows.
PoHcies
3.1 Encourage community-wide reductions in energy consumption through conservation.
The Harveston Specific Plan encourages future developments employ passive solar heating
techniques in order to save energy consumption. Passive systems will include orienting buildings
properly (i.e., north/south lot orientation), planting trees to take advantage of the sun, ensuring
adequate roof overhangs, properly insulating walls, and incorporating simple heat storage
systems, including dual-paned windows.
3.2 Promote local recycling of wastes and the use of recycled materials.
The Harveston Specific Plan will comply with City of Temecula curb--side recycling programs.
Goal 4:
Effective coordination of air quality improvement efforts in the Western Riverside area.
This goal is not applicable because it is a City, regional, and state agency directed goal.
Policies
4.1 Coordinate planning efforts with other local, regional and state agencies, including WRCOG,
SCAQMD and SCAG, in theix efforts to improve regional air quality.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City, regional, and state agency directed policy.
4.2 Encourage participation of local citizens, the business community and interested groups and
individuals in air quality planning and implementation efforts.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City, regional, and state agency directed policy.
4.3 Promote prograrr~, which educate the public about regional air quality issues.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City, regional, and state agency directed palicy.
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COMMUNITY DESIGN ELEMENT
Goal 1:
Enhancement of the City's image related to its regional and natural setting and its tourist
orientation.
Discussion:
The proposed Harveston Specific Plan project includes plans for a 13. &acre Arroyo Park, which
will recapture more naturalistic California landscape and provide a naturalistic setting for
walking, hiking, and picnicking, therefore offering a different recreation experience for the
residents of the community as well as the City. Additionally, the proposed project offers extensive
~ystems of trails and open space, which will be connected to different areas within the
development. Another feature of the project, .which would be attractive for visitors to the
community is the lake connected to other pans of the community through trails.
Policies
1.1
Promote the development of a comprehensive system of trails and open space areas that connect
schools, public recreation areas, residential areas, and commercial centers.
The Harveston Specific Plan has incorporated plans for a paseo/trail system that will connect
public recreation area, schools, residential areas and commercial areas.
1.2
Promote the development of a comprehensive system of trails and open space areas that connect
schools, public recreation areas, residential areas, and commercial centers.
This policy is not applicable because the Harveston Specific Plan area is not located within the
Old Town area.
1.3
Develop design standards to enhance the visual character of commercial centers that are located
adjacent to 1-15.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes extensive design guidelines (see Section 10.0) and
development standards (see Section 1LO) that will apply to the whale Specific Plan area
(including the sen, ice commercial areas - adjacent to blS) and provide unifying elements to
visually tie the community and create a distinct character.
1.4
Promote community identity by providing specially designed gateway signage at the primary
entrances to the City.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes entry monumentation at the primary and secondary
entrances to the community to promote an identity for the project area. (See Figures 10.2-10.5,
Section 10.0, Design Guidelines).
1.5
Maintain and incorporate natural amenities such as: rock outcroppings, indigenous vegetation,
streams and watercourses into development projects to protect the environment and provide
natural landscaping, protect views, and to provide recreational opportunities in order to maintain
the quality of life.
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The proposed project includes plans for a lO. 5-acre Arroyo Park, which will recapture more
naturalistic California landscape and provide a naturalistic setting for walking, hiking, and
picnicking, therefore offering residents a different recreation experience.
Goal 2:
Design excellence in site planning, architecture, landscape architecture and signage in new
development and modifications to existing development.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan introduces consistent and unifying design guidelines that would
apply throughout the community to tie different elements into a design theme that would reflect
the image of the community. The Specific Plan includes flexible design standards for the
commercial development that are compatible with standards for other uses in the community, yet
create an identity for the commercial development. Additionally, the Harveston Specific Plan
proposes entry monumentation at the primary and secondary entrances to the community to
promote an identity for the project are&
Policies
2.1
Establish and consistently apply design standards and guidelines for residential and non-
residential development.
2.2
The Harveston Specific Plan introduces consistent and unifying design guidelines (see Section
JO.O) that would apply throughout the community to tie different elements into a design theme
that would reflect the image of the community.
Promote a cohesive and integrated pattern of development for large undeveloped areas, by
requiring the preparation of Specific Plans.
2.3
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Provide development standards to ensure higher quality design that is well integrated with the
infrastructure and circulation systems.
2.4
The Harveston Specific Plan as well as the Planning Area Development Standards (see Section
11.0) is compatible and well integrated with other elements in the Specific Plan document.
Formulate flexible design standards for commercial development that enhances the special
identity and visual character of the commercial development.
The Specific Plan includes flexible design standards for the commercial development that are
compatible with standards for other uses in the community, yet create an identity for the
commercial development.
2.5
Limit light/glare pollution through design standards for outdoor lighting and the use of low
intensity lights.
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2.6
The Harveston Specific Plan is located within thirty (30) miles of Mount Palomar Observatory.
In order to reduce any potential impacts from light and glare, outdoor lighting will be from low
pressure sodium lamps that are oriented and shielded to prevent direct illumination above the
horizontal plane passing through luminare.
Enhance the individuality and special visual identity of commercial dis~icts and unified
streetscape plans.
The proposed plan includes guidelines for different uses within the community and streetscape
plans that seek to enhance the individuality and identity of each district and yet unify the whole
community into a distinct design theme.
Goal 3:
Preservation and
neighborhoods.
enhancement of the positive
qualities of individual districts
or
Discussion:
Although this goal is not applicable because it pertains to existing older communities, the
Specific Plan seeks to create neighborhoods with distinct character, yet tying them with unifying
architectural and landscape themes. The use of landscaping is an important element in design of
the Harveston Specific Plan. Landscape features from passive turf areas to group shade arbors
and thematic and buffer landscape treatments all play important roles in creating a visually
interesting development and reduce conflicts between different land uses. The Mixed Use Village
Center in the Specific Plan area creates a pedestrian.friendly environment where City residents
can enjoy amenities such as plazas, gardens, gathering places, benches, and much more to hove a
recreational as well as social experience.
Policies
3.1
Improve the appearance of neighborhood areas and the "edge" between neighborhoods through,
landscaping, location of open space buffers, and special landscape features.
The Harveston Specific Plan provides for special landscaping techniques as buffers between
different planning areas and uses.
3.2
Preserve the scale and character of residential development by creating appropriate transitions
between lower density, rural areas, and higher density development.
The different land uses within the Specific Plan are arranged in a manner that creates transitions
between different densities and different uses. Special design elements and landscaping achieves
this transition~
3.3
Encourage the use of creative landscape design to create visual interest and reduce conflicts
between different land uses.
The use of landscaping is an important element in design of the Harveston Specific Plan.
Landscape features from passive turf areas to group shade arbors and thematic and buffer
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3.4
landscape treatments all play important roles in creating a visually interesting development and
reduce conflicts between different land uses.
Improve the pedestrian orientation, convenience and safety of commercial centers through the
provision of pedestrian amenities such as benches, plaza areas, information kiosks and other
street furniture, and through careful site planning and architectural design.
The Mixed Use Village Center in the Specific Plan area creates a pedestrian friendly environment
where pedestrians can enjoy amenities such as plazas, gardens, gathering places, benches, and
much more to have a recreational as well as social experience.
Goal 4:
A streetscape system that provides cohesiveness and enhances community image.
Discussion:
The sidewalks and paseos included in the proposed plan incorporate unique design features,
landscaping, and amenities. Many of the proposed paseos will meander through the adjacent
landscape; generous landscape parkways between roads and sidewalks create a positive image
and provides identity for the community.
Policies
4.1
Promote the development of a continuous sidewalk and txail system throughout the City.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes an extensive system of trails/paseos, bike lanes, and
sidewalks that circulate throughout the development and connect to city wide trail systems off-
site.
4.2
Formulate a comprehensive streetscape program for the major streets in the City, including
unified landscaping, lighting, paving patterns, and other public improvements.
4.3
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Encourage variety in the design of sidewalks and trails, with respect to alignment and surface
materials, to provide a convenient and enjoyable experience for the users.
The sidewalks and paseos included in the proposed plan incorporate unique design features,
landscaping, and amenities offering users a different recreational experience. Many of the
proposed paseos will meander through the adjacent landscape.
4.4
Establish a city-wide street tree and median/slope planting program.
Section 10.0, Design Guidelines, of the Harveston Specific Plan requires that a detailed
landscape program and guidelines for roadways and slopes be prepared by a qualified landscape
architect, subject to review by City staff. The landscaping guidelines include a special street tree
and median/slope planting program. The City (TCSD) will maintain all the landscaped medians
and LDZ's adjacent to single family residential, on roadways with a 66-foot ROW of larger. The
applicant or master developer will be responsible for maintenance of all slopes planting areas
until such time as these operations are the responsibility of other parties.
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4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
Where feasible, requixe the provision of landscaped parkways between roads and sidewalks.
The roadway sections contained in Section 10.0, Design Guidelines, of the Specific Plan depict
generous landscaped parkways between roads and sidewalks.
Arterial roads should be designed as landscaped parkways that serve as unifying urban design
elements.
The Design Guidelines (Section 10.0) of the Specific Plan include a unifying urban design theme
for the arterial roads.
Encourage the use of drought tolerant landscape materials that are easy to maintain and are
approved by the City's Parks and Recreation Department.
The plant material selection for common landscape areas for Harveston is presented in a plant
palette that is broken down into different types of uses within the Specific Plan area (see Section
I0.0, Design Guidelines). The plant material guidelines provide flexibility and diversity in plant
material selection, while maintaining a limited palette in order to give greater unity and thematic
identity to the community. The plant palette includes drought tolerant materials and will be
subject to approval by the City's Community Services Department.
Establish and enforce weed abatement programs on undeveloped properties and along major
arterials.
An effort to enforce weed abatement programs along major arterials will be part of the
maintenance program.for roadways identified in Section I O. O, Design Guidelines, of the Specific
Plan.
Goal 5:
Protection of public views of significant natural features.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan will not impact public views of the surrounding significant natural
features. The project site does not include any natural features that would be impacted by the
development.
Policies
5.1 Work with the County of Riverside to protect the sun'ounding hillside areas.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
5.2 Promote the development of turn-outs on scenic roads.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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5.3
Require the revegetation and maintenance of graded slope areas.
The Harveston Specific Plan (see Section 8.0, Grading Plan and 9.0, Landscaping) requires the
revegetation and maintenance of graded slope areas.
Goal 6:
Maintenance and enhancement of the City's public spaces and resources.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan promotes public spaces within the development. In areas of high
pedestrian activity (Le., the Mixed Use Village Center) provisions for street furniture and shade
trees are included. Outdoor sitting area and plazas are part of the Mixed Use Village Center. In
addition, in paseos and passive recreation parks, trees and benches are provided for the
convenience and comfort of the users.
Policies
6.1
Provide for street furniture in areas with high pedestrian activity and provide for shade trees in
shopping areas.
The Design Guidelines of the Specific Plan provides detailed description of roadways, including
street furniture and other elements. In areas of high pedestrian activity (i.e., the Mixed Use
Village Center) provisions for street furniture and shade trees are included. In addition, in
paseos and passive recreation parks, trees and benches are provided for the convenience and
comfort of the users.
6.2
Establish improvement plans for ~he City's public spaces and include these plans in the Capital
Improvement Program.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
6.3 Assure that operating and maintenance costs are adequately provided for public facilities.
Section 12.0, Implementation and Administration, of the Specific Plan addresses costs of
operating and maintaining public facilities. Adztitionally, Development Impact Fees, to be paid
by the project, will provide for capital improvements.
Goal 7:
Community gathering areas, which provide for the social, civic, cultural and recreational
needs of the community.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes gathering areas and plazas within the commercial
developments (Mixed Use Village Center) that will also accommodate social events.
Additionally, the Village Green creates a public gathering place, which will encourage social
interaction and community activities, such as concerts or farmers markets. Also, mini parks in
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addition to paseos and passive recreational parks and a clubhouse facility are provided
throughout the development where residents will gather for social and recreational activities.
PoHcies
7.1
Encourage the development of public spaces and plazas within commercial developments that can
accommodate cultural and social events and function as community gathering areas.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes gathering areas and plazas within the commercial
developments (Mixed Use Village Center) that will accommodate social events. Additionally, the
Village Green creates a public gathering place, which will encourage social interaction and
community activities, such as concerts or farmers markets.
7.2
Encourage the development of multi-purpose facilities within commercial developments that may
be leased for a variety of public and private events.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes multi-purpose facilities within the commercial
developments (Mixed Use Village Center) that will accommodate public and private events. The
Village Club will include facilities that can be utilized for events such as weddings. Additionally,
uses within the Mixed Use Village Center such as church can accommodate public and private
events.
7.3
Encourage the development of a range of uses within commercial developments that provide for
day and evening activities.
Day and evening activities are permitted and encouraged within the Mixed Use Village Center
and Service Commercial areas.
7.4
Encourage development of common areas and facilities within residential developments to
provide gathering areas for social and recreational activities.
Mini park~ in addition to paseos and passive recreational parks and a clubhouse facility are
provided throughout the development where residents will gather for social and recreational
activities.
7.5
Encourage the development of employee lunch areas within the indusuial/business park facilities.
Some industriaL/business park uses are permitted within Planning Are No. 12 of the Specific
Plan. While the Specific Plan does not expressly require employee lunch areas within the
industrial/business park areas, the City's Development Code does. Section 12.] of the Specific
Plan states: "any development regulation and building requirement not addressed in the Specific
Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted regulations." It is anticipated that these employee
lunch areas will be provided if these uses are developed.
7.6
Promote the provision of cultural facilities within the community including: art museums,
theaters, performing art centers, outdoor amphitheaters, and special cultural exhibitions.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes a Village Club where above activities are allowed and
encouraged. Additionally, outdoor activities such as exhibitions, outdoor amphitheaters, and
public gathering are also permitted in open space areas adjacent to the Mixed Use Village
Center.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT
Goal 1:
Development of a strong base of clean manufacturing activities which employs a skilled
labor force and can be successfully integrated into Temecula's community character.
Some clean manufacturing uses are allowed in the Planning Area No. 12 of the Specific Plan.
This may contribute to the existing strong base of clean manufacturing activities which employs a
skilled labor force. This type of development will also be held to the standards required of other
clean manufacturing uses, thereby being successfully integrated into Temecula's community
character.
Goal 2:
Diversification of the economic base to include a range of manufacturing, retail and service
activities.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan has been designed taking into account the City of Temecula' s socio-
economic patterns, and therefore, will adapt to the City's both short and long-term economic
conditions. The proposed project includes plans for retail, service commercial, and other
activities that provides a broad selection of high-quality goods and services for residents,
workers and tourists.
Policies
2.1
Provide for industrial land uses, which facilitate a variety of user types, including manufacturing
space, storage and distribution, back-office space, and research and development space.
This policy is not applicable because the Harveston Specific Plan does not include industrial and
manufacturing uses.
2.2
Plan for land use and development patterns that allow succession of use and will adapt to
Temecula's economic conditions.
The Harveston Specific Plan has been designed taking into account the City of Temecula' s socio-
economic patlerns, and therefore, will adapt to the City's both short and long-term economic
conditions.
2.3
Promote development of properly located and well designed commercial centers to meet the
diverse service needs of the City.
The Harveston Specific Plan includes plans for well designed commercial centers that will meet
the many service needs of the City. The appropriate location of the Service Commercial supports
the above policy.
2.4
Promote retail and other support activities that provide a broader selection of high-quality goods
and services for residents, workers and tourists, including apparel, general merchandise, home
furnishings and appliances.
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2.5
The proposed project includes plans for retail and other activities that provides a broad selection
of high-quality goods and services for residents, workers and tourists.
Use redevelopment powers and opportunities to enhance development opportunities.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 3:
Maintain an economic base to provide a sound fiscal foundation for the City as well as
quality community facilities and high service levels.
Discussion:
The Hameston Specific Plan proposes a broad array of uses ranging from neighborhood retail
commercial to service commercial, residential, recreational and school. The uses are phased in
a manner to balance revenue generating land uses with uses that have negativefiscal impacts.
The commercial activities provided for within the Specific Plan area will greatly help in
providing fiscal balance, local tax, and employment opportunities.
Policies
3.1
Encourage a pattern of development that balances revenue generating land uses in phase with
other uses that have negative fiscal impacts.
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes a broad array of uses ranging from neighborhood retail
commercial to service commercial, residential, recreational and school. The uses are phased in
a manner to balance revenue generating land uses with uses that have negativefiscal impacts.
3.2
Encourage the g~owth or relocation of industries that generate local tax and employment
advantages.
The commercial activities provided for within the Specific Plan area will greatly help in
providing fiscal balance, local tax, and employment opportunities.
3.3
Evaluate fiscal impacts of new development on an ongoing basis and provide appropriate
mitigation sU-ategies.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
3.4
Take advantage of Temecula's regional capture of taxable sales and continue to establish
Temecula as retailing center along the Interstate 15 corridor.
The Harveston Specific Plan contains 112.4 acres of service commercial uses, which will help
continue to establish Temecula as a retailing center along the Interstate ]5 corridor.
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Goal 4:
Establishment of a diverse education and training and job placement system, which will
develop and maintain a high quality work force in Temecula.
Discussion:
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes learning institutions, such as university extension, a junior
college, and learning centers (.for elementary through high school) within the Mixed Use Village
Center.
Policies
4.1
Support economic development goals through a range of education and training activities.
The Harveston Specific Plan supports educational programs and activities that would benefit the
residents locally and throughout the City of Temecula. The Mixed Use Village Center contained
in the Specific Plan permitted uses that would allow for different education and training activities
and programs.
4.2
Establish a proactive, periodic dialogue early in the planning process between the City and
educational institutions, including school diswicts and community colleges, on issues related to
the phasing of development, service standards and demands.
During the development and design of the Harveston Specific Plan, the project's planners have
continually been in contact with educational institutions on issues such as phasing of
development, service standards and demands. The project's impacts on these institutions have
been analyzed in the Environmental Impact Report. The project has been particularly in contact
with the School District on the issue of locating a 12.0-acre elementary school within the project
site.
4.3
Explore the potential for a comprehensive extension center through UC Riverside and/or the
California State University system
The Harveston Specific Plan proposes learning institutions, such as university extension, a junior
college, and learning centers (for elementary through high school) within the Mixed Use Village
Center.
Goal 5:
Promote the advantages to businesses of locating in Temecula, including cost advantages,
amenities, housing, comrntmity activities and civic services.
Discussion:
The Har~eston Specific Plan includes many incentives for businesses locating in Temecula and in
the Harveston community. The proposed project provides an array of housing opportunities with
varying costs, sizes, and densities, which provide opportunities to different income levels. In
addition, it offers diverse amenities, recreation facilities, and open spaces throughout the
community, which will appeal to many businesses.
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5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
Develop and maintain a marketing program to publicize the virtues of relocating to Temecula.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Monitor the economic conditions in Temecula in comparison to other locations in California and
throughout the nation to determine relative advantages.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Monitor the supply of housing in relation to the supply of jobs in terms of balancing area-wide
jobs, households, worker earnings and housing expenses.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Monitor existing businesses in Temecula and identify the elements of a business retention
program.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
Goal 6:
Develop Temecula as a eomprehensive, recognizable tourist destination, with a range of
attractions throughout and beyond the sphere of influence.
This goal is not applicable because it is a City directed goal.
Policies
6.1 Encourage and enhance cooperative efforts with the wine-making induslxy in the Temecula
Valley to promote Temecula as a destination resort.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
6.2 Identify commercial recreation, convention and resort activities - including golf-oriented resorts
- that can take advantage of Temecula's chaxacter and climate, while complementing wine-
making activities.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
6.3 Revitalize and enhance Old Town to expand its role in local tourism and to improve its
attractiveness, accessibility, and economic vitality.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
6.4 Enhance the City's image through development of cultural facilities, including performance arts,
museums.
This policy is not applicable because it is a City directed policy.
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EXHIBIT B
SPECIFIC PLAN 13
(Specific Plan 13 is on file in the Official Records of the City Clerk and incorporated
herein by this reference as though set forth in full.)
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EXHIBIT C
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR SPECIFIC PLAN 13
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EXHIBIT C
CITY OF TEMECULA
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Planning Application No. PA99-0418 (Specific Plan) - Harveston Specific Plan No. 13
Project Description:
A Specific Plan consisting of approximately 550 acres that proposes
1,921 residential units with a variety of residential product types and
lot sizes; a 12 acre elementary school site; a 7 acre lake with a 6.9
acre lake park; a 16.5 acre community park; a 13.8 acre arroyo open
space park; a Mixed-Use Overlay zone (Village Green) which may be
as large as 13 acres; and 112.5 acres of Service Commercial land
adjacent to Interstate 15.
Assessor's Parcel Nos.
910-261-001, 910-261-002, 910-110-013, 910-110-015, 910-110-
020, 910-110-021, 910-110-027, 910-110-076, 910-100-007, 910-
100-008, 910-060-009, 910-120-008, 911-630-001, 911-630-002,
911-630-003, 911-540-001, 911-840-002, 911-180-002, 911-180-
003, 911-180-004, 911-180-008, 911-180-009, 911-180-015, 911 -
180-023 AND 911-180-028.
Approval Date:
August14,2001
PLANNING DIVISION
Within Forty-Eight (48) Hours of the Approval of this Project
The applicant shall deliver to the Community Development Department - Planning Division a
cashier's check or money order made payable to the County Clerk in the amount of Nine
Hundred Twenty-Eight Dollars ($928.00) which includes the Eight Hundred and Fifty Dollar
($850.00) fee, required by Fish and Game Code Section 711.4(d)(3) plus the Seventy-Eight
Dollars ($78.00) County administrative fee, to enable the City to file the Notice of
Determination for the Environmental Impact Report required under Public Resources Code
Section 21151 and California Code of Regulations Section 15904. If within said forty-eight
(48) hour period the Applicant has not delivered to the Community Development Department
- Planning Division the check as required above, the approval for the project granted shall be
void by reason of failure of condition (Fish and Game Code Section 711.4(¢)).
General Requirements
The permittee/applicant shall indemnify, defend with counsel of City's own election, and hold
harmless, the City and any agency or instrumentality thereof, and/or any of its officers,
employees, and agents from any and all claims, actions, or proceedings against the City, or
any agency or instrumentality thereof, or any of its officers, employees, and agents, to
attack, set aside, void, annul, or seek monetary damages resulting from an approval of the
City, or any agency or instrumentality thereof, advisory agency, appeal board or legislative
body including actions approved by the voters of the City, concerning the Planning
Application which action is brought within the appropriate statute of limitations period and
Public Resources Code, Division 13, Chapter 4 (Section 21000 et seq., including but not by
the way of limitations Section 21152 and 21167). The City shall promptly notify the
permittee/applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding brought forth within this time period.
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The City shall estimate the cost of the defense of the action and applicant shall deposit said
amount with the City. City may require additional deposits to cover anticipated costs. City
shall refund, without interest, any unused podions of the deposit once the litigation is finally
concluded. Should the City fail to either promptly notify or cooperate fully, permittee/applicant
shall not, thereafter be responsible to indemnify, defend, protect, or hold harmless the City,
any agency or instrumentality thereof, or any of its officers, employees, or agents.
All development within this site shall be in accordance with the requirements of all City
ordinances, except as expressly modified herein or by development agreement, and State
laws, and shall conform with the approved Specific Plan. Regulations or procedures not
covered by the Specific Plan or appurtenant documents shall be subject to the City
ordinances in effect at the time entitlement is required.
Approval of this Specific Plan is contingent upon and shall not become effective nor shall it
vest until a General Plan Amendment (GPA) and Zone Change are approved by the City
Council, and an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or any other environmental review under
the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) are certified by the City
Council.
Nothing in this approval, as memorialized in this Resolution, shall require or be interpreted to
require the City of Temecula to fund or cause to be funded the development of any facilities
or improvements, including but not limited to infrastructure improvements, which are
necessary or convenient to cause, allow or fudher the development of the subject Specific
Plan, except as may be expressly agreed to by the City of Temecula."
Notwithstanding any of the conditions contained herein, the Developer and the City may
enter into a development agreement, pursuant to Government Code Section 65864 through
65869.5 or other agreement(s) requiring the Developer to: 1) advance the funding or
construction of public improvements; 2) redefine the scope of any public improvement; 3)
acquire or fund the acquisition of land for public purposes; and 4) waive any right to
reimbursement for facilities or the dedication of land. Further, notwithstanding any of the
conditions contained herein, Developer may seek an agreement for reimbursement for any
improvements or facilities that qualify for reimbursement at such time as the City of
Temecula adopts an ordinance-for-suchq'eimbursement pursuant to and-consistentwvlth
California Government Code Sections 66485 through 66489, inclusive, and further shall
waive the same in the event of agreements, consistent with the foregoing, that require or
include any or all of the terms set forth immediately above.
Once the Project Study Report (PSR) conducted by Caltrans is completed, the road
alignments affecting the individual planning areas (i.e. Ynez Road and Cherry/Date Street)
may be altered or modified to implement the PSR. The alternation or modification of the
roads will not require a Specific Plan Amendment; however, all applicable text, sections,
figures and exhibits in the Specific Plan shall be modified to reflect the actual roadway
alignments as determined in the PSR subject to the approval of the Director of Planning and
Public Works Director.
Within thirty (30) days of approval of the Specific Plan, the applicant shall submit a final copy
reflecting all the changes necessary to make the document consistent with City Council's
final action. The final Specific Plan shall be reviewed for consistency and approved by the
Planning Director.
The applicant shall comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in the adopted
City of Temecula General Plan and the Harveston Environmental Impact Report.
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10.
11.
12.
13.
A detailed noise mitigation analysis shall be performed, at the final map stage (for individual
planning areas) for all future project noise-sensitive uses potentially exposed to noise levels
in excess of 60 dB CNEL to verify that planned noise protection will meet City of Temecula
standards.
A. Exterior recreational areas shall be protected to achieve noise levels of less than 65 dB
CNEL.
B. Interior living areas shall be protected to achieve noise levels of less than 45 dB CNEL.
Substantial perimeter walls separating rear yards from the roadway right-of-way along
Date Street area are anticipated to be necessary. Precise wall geometrics shall be
determined once exact setbacks and building pad grades are established.
Moderately upgrading window treatments shall be necessary along Date Street in
upstairs bedrooms closest to the roadway. Minor acoustical upgrades shall be needed
along Margarita or Ynez beyond simply closing windows to shut out roadway noise. The
building code requires that supplemental fresh air ventilation be provided in rooms where
window closure for traffic noise protection is necessary. A detailed noise attenuation
evaluation shall be conducted in a supplemental acoustical study to be submitted when
the tract map is filed with the appropriate agency.
During staff review of any tentative map, an updated geotechnical/geologic report shall be
prepared to include any necessary revisions to earthwork, foundation, design, and
construction recommendations.
On residential streets that generate less than 250 vehicular trips, the road (curb to curb)
shall be thirty-six feet (36') with a parkway separating the sidewalk from the curb.
During the development plan review, major employer (more than 250 employees) who locate
their businesses within the project shall prepare Transportation Demand Management
(TDM) plans in accordance with the Riverside County Transportation Commission/Western
Riverside Council of Governments (RCCTC/WRCOG) guidelines.
14.
Prior to the approval of a development plan or tentative map for individual planning areas,
the developer and City staff will review plans, especially for multi-family housing areas,
commercial uses, and parks for the provision of appropriate, necessary, and adequate
pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
15.
Prior to the approval of a development plan, City staff will review plans, especially for
commercial and park uses, for the provision of appropriate, necessary and adequate
pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
16.
Prior to the approval of a development plan, City staff will review plans, for all service
commercial uses and shall encourage the provision of park and ride facilities.
17.
Prior to approval of any development projects, appropriate clearances, conditions and
approvals from ail agencies with jurisdiction on project review shall be obtained by the
developer. These agencies shall be determined by the Director of Planning and the City
Engineer.
18.
The developer or the developer's successor-in-interest shall be responsible for maintaining
the undeveloped portion of the site including weed abatement and litter removal.
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19.
Prior to approval of any development projects, the developer shall investigate the feasibility
of a reclaimed water system, to irrigate landscaping within the roadway medians, parkways,
drainage channel, schools, the community park, the paseo park, neighborhood parks, and
other common open space areas. The developer shall provide evidence that compliance
with this condition is in accordance with Senate Bill 2095.
20.
The Master Developer shall provide the prospective home buyers a notice that the 16.5-acre
community park will include sports field lighting for evening use. Proof of this notification
shall be provided to the Planning Department and included in the Master Covenants, Codes
and Restrictions (CC&R's) prior to the recordation of the first Final Map.
21. All lighting shall be reviewed by the City to assure compliance with the Ordinance No. 655.
22. The lake park, but not the sudace of the lake, shall be open to the public.
23.
The approval granted by this Resolution shall become effective upon the Effective Date of
the Development Agreement, as the term Effective Date is defined in the Development
Agreement adopted concurrently with this Resolution. In addition to the foregoing, in the
event a Development Agreement is entered into that supercedes or alters these conditions
of approval and the applicant causes a default or terminates by conduct the Development
Agreement, then the City shall immediately consider the revocation of the approval granted
by this Resolution.
Prior to the Issuance of Grading Permits
24.
The applicant shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 8.24 of the Temecula Municipal
Code (Habitat Conservation) by paying the appropriate fee set forth in that ordinance or by
providing documented evidence that the fees have already been paid.
25.
The developer shall provide a Water Quality Management Plan showing conformance to all
NPDES requirements (enacted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Regional
Water Quality Control Board, San Diego Region) for review and approval by the City
Engineer.
26.
The developer shall provide proof to the Department of Public Works and Planning that the
conditions the 404 and 1603 permits pertaining to the Arroyo Park restoration have been
bonded for and shall be implemented consistent with the timing requirements of the permits.
27.
The applicant shall sign both copies of the final conditions of approval that will be provided
by the Community Development Department - Planning Division staff, and return one signed
set to the Planning Department for their files.
Prior to the Issuance of Building Permits
28.
The developer shall provide proof to the City's Traffic Engineer that the project has
contributed its fair-share towards regional traffic improvement systems (i.e., traffic impact
fees) for the area through a Development Agreement or other agreement. This shall include
efforts to synchronize traffic lights on streets impacted by project development.
29.
Prior to the approval of a development plan or tentative map, staff shall forward the
proposed application to the Riverside County Transit Agency (RTA) for review and comment
regarding bus turnouts, shelters, etc. Transit-oriented facilities and design features will be
incorporated into the design of the project as appropriate, to the satisfaction of the City and
RTA.
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30.
The developer shall provide proof that energy saving features will be installed in project
homes as required by the California Building Code. Features may include: solar or Iow-
emission water heaters, solar roof tiles, energy efficient appliances, dual paned windows,
Iow pressure sodium parking lights, etc. Additionally, residential products constructed bythe
home building division of Lennar shall incorporate "Comfort Wise" energy-efficiency
features.
31.
Landscaping design and water conservation devices that conform to the California Model
Water Conservation Ordinance shall be required, such as Iow flow toilets, faucets and
showerheads, shade tree selection and placement.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Unless otherwise noted, all conditions shall be completed by the Developer at no cost to any
Government Agency. It is understood that the Developer correctly shows on the tentative site plan
all existing and proposed easements, traveled ways, improvement constraints and drainage
courses, and their omission will subject the project to further review and may require revision.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
32. All utility systems such as electric, including those which provide direct service to the project
site and/or currently exist along public rights-of-ways adjacent to the site (except electrical
lines rated 33 kv or greater), gas, telephone, water, sewer, and cable TV shall be placed
underground, with easements provided as required, and designed and constructed in
accordance with City Codes and the utility provider.
33.
Prior to the issuance of any grading permit, as deemed necessary by the Department of
Public Works, the Developer shall consult with the State of California Department of Fish
and Game, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to determine if
permits or approvals are necessary from such agencies for any action contemplated by this
proposal. Such consultation shall be in writing, and copies of said correspondence, including
responses from agencies, shall be submitted to the City. Where appropriate, the terms,
conditions, and recommendations of the noted agencies shall be incorporated as Conditions
of Approval into the areas of development.
34.
All easements and/or right-of-way dedications shall be offered for dedication to the public or
other appropriate agency and shall continue in force until the City accepts or abandons such
offers. A~I dedications shall be free from all encumbrances as approved bythe Department
of Public Works.
35.
Landscaping and permanent irrigation facilities shall be installed with all street improvements
on and off-site grading. Perimeter walls, where required, shall be treated with graffiti-
resistant coating and shall be installed adjacent to street improvements within each phase.
36.
A phasing plan addressing the schedule of necessary infrastructure requirements shall be
approved by the Department of Public Works and the Planning Director prior to approval of
any subsequent application.
37.
The Developer shall pay to the City the Public Facilities Development Impact Fee as
required by, and in accordance with, Chapter 15.06 of the Temecula Municipal Code and all
Resolutions implementing Chapter 15.06, unless otherwise provided for by a written
agreement between the City and the Developer.
38. The Developer shall make a good faith effort to acquire the required real property interests
necessary to carry out these conditions, and if he or she should fail to do so, the Developer
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shall, prior to submittal of the Final Map for recordation, enter into an agreement to complete
the improvements pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act, Section 66462 and Section 66462.5.
Such agreement shall provide for payment by the Developer of all costs incurred by the City
to acquire the real property interests required in connection with the subdivision. Security of
a portion of these costs shall be in the form of a cash deposit in the amount given in an
appraisal report obtained by the Developer, at the Developer's cost. The appraiser shall
have been approved by the City prior to commencement of the appraisal.
CIRCULATION
39.
Prior to Final Map recordation, the Developer is responsible to bond for or construct the
traffic signals at the project's accesses, as required, including the associated street
improvements, based on traffic signal warrants analysis relative to subsequent tentative
maps and/or development applications.
40.
Adequate primary and secondary access shall be provided for each phase of development
as approved by the Department of Public Works. Access to office and commercial areas
shall be reviewed by the Department of Public Works at the time of submittal of individual
tentative maps and/or development applications. Additional rights-of-way at entries to the
aforementioned sites may be required to provide for turning lanes as directed by the
Department of Public Works.
41.
The exact location and number of access points shall be subject to review and approval by
the Department of Public Works upon future tentative map and/or development plan
approvals.
42.
All street sections shall correspond with Typical Roadway Cross Sections and requirements
of the Circulation Element of City's General Plan, City ordinances and standards or as
approved with the Harveston Specific Plan.
43. All intersection intervals shall comply with City standards and requirements.
Th~Developer_shalLprovide bus bays.andshelters within~he_SpecificPdan. J_o~
number of bus bays shall be subject to approval of the City and Riverside Transportation
Agency (PTA). Additional rights-of-way dedications associated with bus bays shall be
provided by the Developer.
45.
Necessary improvements have been/will be conditioned based on the project traffic studies
and the conceptual phasing plan shown on Section 12 of the Specific Plan. Any substantive
rephasing of the development must be approved by the Planning and Public Works Director
through a rephasing application. Prior to the issuance of occupancy permits within any
phase, all on and offsite improvements as referred to in the Traffic Reports and subsequent
addenda along with additional requirements set herein, or as set by conditions on individual
tracts, must be constructed and/or bonded as required by the Department of Public Works.
46.
Ensuing Traffic Reports, analyzing traffic impacts associated with subsequent development
stages of the Specific Plan, shall be submitted to identify implementation and timing of the
necessary improvements to mitigate cumulative traffic impacts.
TRAFFIC MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM
47. The Traffic Mitigation Monitoring Program proposes that a traffic study be approved prior to
the issuance of first occupancy permit in each additional phases of the development. The
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intent of the Traffic Mitigation Monitoring Program is not to re-define mitigation responsibility,
but rather to assist in the refinement of area improvement needs and the timing of the
improvements. The traffic study would: 1 ) document ambient traffic volumes conditions; 2)
estimate trip generation for the particular development phase; and 3) assess traffic
conditions with the traffic added by the particular development phase. The exact study area
to be addressed in each of the traffic studies should be defined through discussions with the
City Traffic Engineer. In general the study area should include the immediate access
intersections and roadways, which would serve the new development phase and those
critical off-site intersections and roadways that will provide primary access to the new
development. Critical intersections / roadways are defined as those facilities that are
experiencing high levels of peak period traffic congestion (at the time the traffic study is to be
performed). The traffic study findings would assist the City in proactively planning for area
roadway improvements.
DRAINAGE
48.
Drainage and flood control facilities shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of
the City and/or Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
(RCFC&WCD).
49.
Prior to approval of any subsequent development applications, the Developer shall submit
the master drainage plan to the City and RCFC&WCD' to review the adequacy of the
proposed and existing downstream drainage facilities.
50.
Drainage facilities within each phase shall be constructed immediately after the completion
of the site grading and prior to or concurrently with the initial site development within that
phase.
51.
All drainage facilities shall be designed to convey 100-year storm flows, subject to the
approval of the Department of Public Works and RCFC&WCD, as applicable.
52.
The Developer shall construct the proposed on and oftsite drainage facility improvements
and the interim detention basin provision as recommended in the Specific Plan and
Dr-~h'hag~ Study d0c~mehtsand/o~'§-dir~t~b~-thb D~partmbnt-6f~:~0b3i~s-and
RCFC&WCD, as applicable.
53.
As required by the Department of Public Works, additional Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports
shall be submitted with subsequent tentative maps and/or development applications to study
the drainage impacts and analyze necessary measures to mitigate the runoff created as part
of the development of this project.
54.
The Developer shall accept and properly dispose of all off-site drainage flowing onto or
through the site.
55.
The Developer shall protect downstream properties from damages caused by alteration of
the drainage patterns; i.e., concentration or diversion of flow. Protection shall be provided by
constructing adequate drainage facilities, including enlarging existing facilities or by securing
drainage easements.
WATER AND SEWER
56. Water and sewer facilities shall be installed in accordance with the requirements and
specifications of the City, Rancho California Water District (RCWD), and Eastern Municipal
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57.
58.
Water District (EMWD). Such requirements shall be applied at the subdivision or plot plan
stages of the development.
Prior to the approval of subsequent development applications, the Developer shall submit
the master water plan to RCWD to check for adequacy of the proposed water facilities. The
Developer shall obtain written approval for the water system from RCWD.
Prior to the approval of subsequent development applications, the Developer shall submit
the master sewer plan to EMWD to check for adequacy of the proposed sewer facilities. The
Developer shall obtain written approval for the sewer system from EMWD.
GRADING
59. No grading shall be permitted for any development area prior to tentative map or plot plan
approval and issuance of grading permits for the specific area of development.
60.
Grading plans and operations shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City
Grading Standards, the, recommendations contained in the Geotechnical Report, or any
subsequent reports prepared for the project, the conditions of the grading permit, and
accepted grading construction practices and the recommendations and standards specified
in the Specific Plan and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) document.
61.
Prior to issuance of any grading permit, erosion control plans shall be prepared in
conformance with applicable City Standards and subject to approval by the Department of
Public Works. The Developer shall post security and enter into an agreement guaranteeing
the grading and erosion control improvements.
62.
The Developer shall comply with the requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit regulated by the State Water Resources Control Board,
and the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) implemented by the San Diego
Regional Water Quality Control Board.
63. Each subsequent application for a phase of development shall include a conceptual grading
i~la~ndicate at a rn~himum:
a) Preliminary quantity estimates for grading.
b) Techniques and methods which will be used to prevent erosion and sedimentation
during and after the grading process in compliance with the City Standards and NPDES
requirements.
c) Preliminary pad and roadway elevations.
d) Designation of the borrow or stockpile site location for import/export material.
e) Approximate time frames for development including the identification of areas which will
be graded during the rainy months.
f) Hydrology and hydraulic concerns and mitigations.
64. Major grading activities shall be scheduled during the dry season wherever possible, or as
otherwise approved by the Department of Public Works.
65.
Soils stabilization, which may include revegetation of graded areas, shall occur within 30
days of completion of grading activities as directed by the Department of Public Works.
66. The site shall be watered during grading operations to control dust.
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67.
Temporary drainage and sediment control devices shall be installed as directed by the
Department of Public Works.
68.
An import/export route shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works prior to
issuance of any grading permit. The plan shall include limitation to the duration of the
grading operation and construction activities, a Traffic Control Plan, and a daily time
schedule of operations.
69.
Prior to issuance of any grading permit, a soils reports shall be submitted to the Department
of Public Works for review and approval, to address engineering, geologic, seismic, and
soils engineering concerns for each tentative map or commercial parcel map for each phase
of proposed development.
70.
A Geotechnical Repod shall be prepared by a registered engineer or engineering geologist
and submitted to the Department of public Works with the initial grading plan check. The
report shall address special study zones and identify any geotechnical hazards for the site
including location of faults and potential for liquefaction. The report shall include
recommendations to mitigate the impact of ground shaking and liquefaction.
71.
All public streets shall be maintained and cleaned if necessary on a daily basis during
grading operation and construction activities. Cash deposit, letter of credit or posting of bond
to guarantee maintenance of all public rights-of-way affected by the grading operations and
construction activities, shall be posted prior to issuance of grading permits.
72.
If subsequent Geotechnical and Soils Reports determine that dewatering of the site is
necessary during construction, necessary permits (ie. in compliance with NPDES permit)
shall be obtained from appropriate agencies prior to approval of the grading plans.
PHASING
73. Construction of the development permitted by the Specific Plan, including recordation of final
subdivision maps, may be carried out in stages provided that, adequate vehicular access is
constructed for all dwelling units in each stage of development and further provided that
such development conforms substantially with the intent and purpose of the Specific Plan
74.
75.
Phasing Plan.
Development applications shall be submitted for each planning unit in each phase. Total
acreage and land uses within each phase shall be substantially in accordance with the
specifications of the Specific Plan.
The Developer shall be permitted to seek a reimbursement agreement for qualifying facilities
and improvements, as the same are authorized in Condition 6 of the Resolution. The City
and the Developer shall proceed in good faith to allocate appropriate reimbursements to the
Developer pursuant to the City's then enforceable ordinance applicable to such
reimbursement.
76. PHASE 1
a. CIRCULATION
The following improvements shall be completed as part of Phase 1 and prior to 1st building
permit in Phase 2.
i. Improve Date Street from Margarita Road to the Major Entry at Date Street
(Urban Arterial Highway Standards - 134' R/VV) to include dedication of half-
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width street right-of-way, installation of half-width street improvements,
paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing
and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer), and a 14
foot wide raised landscaped median
ii. Improve the Major Entry at Date Street from Date Street to Loop Road
(Modified Major Highway Standards - 100' R/VV) to include dedication of full-
width right-of-way, installation of full-width street improvements, paving, curb
and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing and striping,
utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer) and a 14 foot wide
raised landscaped median
iii. Improve the Loop Road from Major Entry at Date Street to School Site
Modified Collector Road Standards - 66' R/VV) to include dedication of full-
width right-of-way, installation of full-width street improvements, paving, curb
and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing and striping,
utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer)
iv. Improve northbound Margarita Road from Santa Gertrudis Creek to the
southerly boundary of Tract Map No. 21340 (Arterial Highway Standards -
110' R/W) to include installation of half-width street improvements, paving,
curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing and
striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer), and a 14 foot
wide raised landscaped median.
CIRCULATION
The following improvements shall be completed prior to the first occupancy permit in
Phase I
i. Improve the Loop Road from the Major Entry at Margarita Road to the
westerly boundary of Planning Area 5 ( Modified Collector Road Standards -
66' R/VV) to include dedication of full-width right-of-way, installation of full-
width street improvements, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights,
drainage facilities, signing and striping, utilities (including but not limited to
water and sewer)
ii.
iii.
iv.
1. Provide an Eastbound Free Right Turn Lane from the Loop Road
onto the Major Entry at Margarita Road
Improve Southbound Margarita Road from Santa Gerirudis Creek to Date
Street (Arterial Highway Standards - 110' R/VV) to include dedication of half-
width street right-of-way, installation of half-width street improvements,
paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing
and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer), and a 14
foot wide raised landscaped median.
Improve the Major Entry at Margarita Road from Margarita Road to Loop
Road (Modified Street Section per the Specific Plan - 106' RJW) to include
dedication of full-width right-of-way, installation of full-width street
improvements, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage
facilities, signing and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and
sewer), and a 20 foot wide raised landscaped median
Improve the Minor Entry at Margarita Road from Margarita Road to Loop
Road (Modified Street Section per the Specific Plan - 82' R/VV) to include
dedication of full-width right-of-way, installation of full-width street
improvements, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage
facilities, signing and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and
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sewer)
v. Improve the Village Center Road from the Loop Road to the Maior Entry at
Margarita Road (Modified Street Section per the Specific Plan - 63' R/W) to
include dedication of full-width right-of-way, installation of full-width street
improvements, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage
facilities, signing and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and
sewer)
The following improvements shall be completed prior to the first occupancy permit in
Phase 1 of the Service Commercial area
vi. Improve Ynez Road from the southerly Specific Plan boundary to Equity
Drive (Arterial Highway Standards - 110' RA, V) to include dedication of half-
width street right-of-way, installation of half-width street improvements,
paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing
and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer), and a 14
foot wide raised landscaped median.
vii. On or before January 1,2003 the Developer shall reserve for the City's use
or commitment to use the same for freeway intemhange and/or freeway-
related traffic circulation purposes, a component of real property that is:
(i) approximately twenty (20) contiguous acres in area;
(ii) identified and defined by the City Engineer of City of Temecula;
reserved for a twenty (20) year period for the purpose of offering a
permanent dedication for freeway related purposes to the City of
Temecula if and when the City represents to Developer that a
freeway interchange is to be constructed on the burdened property.
Any portion of the Reserved real property shall be released from the
reservation at the time the City determines such real property is not
necessary for the freeway improvements. "Reservation" shall mean
the Owner~n/or_Developer_of_the_subject_[ealJ~r_ol:~P,~/shall not
improve the real property but shall instead maintain the property in a
non-nuisance condition and in an undeveloped/unimproved state
during the term of the Reservation. The Owner or Developer shall
submit an enforceable written instrument so burdening the subject
real property for the review and approval of the City Attorney and
Director of Public Works prior to, and have the same approved, in
such time so as to allow the Reservation to be enforceable on or
before January 1, 2003.
OFFSITE CIRCULATION
Prior to issuance of 326th occupancy permit for the Phase 1 Residential and more
than 8 acres of Phase 1 Service Commercial development (southern portion of
Planning Area 12), the developer(s) shall implement the improvements for the
following:
i. Improve the intersection of Winchester Road at Ynez Road
1. Add Eastbound Through Lane
2. Add Southbound Right Turn Overlap Phase
3. Modify Signal to Provide Northbound Right Turn Overlap Phase
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ii.
Improve the intersection of Winchester Road at Margarita Road
1. Add Right Turn Lane and Modify Signal to Provide Southbound Right
Turn Ovedap Phase
2. Add Eastbound Left Turn Lane (Dual Left)
TRAFFIC SIGNALS
i. Prior to the first occupancy permit or as warranted, the developer shall install
a traffic signal with conduits for future interconnect at the following
intersections:
1. Margarita Road and Major Entry at Margarita Road
2. Major Entry at Margarita Road and Loop Road
3. Margarita Road and Date Street
4. Date Street and Major Entry at Date Street
5. Modify the existing traffic signal at the intersection of Margarita Road
and Rustic Glen Drive
DRAINAGE
i. Construct backbone channel and/or drainage facilities and all associated
improvements per Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation
District and the City of Temecula
WATER AND SEWER
i. Install water mains per Rancho California Water District requirements and
sewer mains per Eastern Municipal Water District requirements
77.
PHASE 2
a. ClRCUEATION
The following improvements shall be completed as part of Phase 2 and prior to first
building permit in Phase 3.
i. Improve Date Street from the Major Entry at Date Street to the westerly
boundary of Planning Area 3 (Urban Arterial Highway Standards - 134' R/W)
to include dedication of half-width street right-of-way, installation of half-width
street improvements, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights,
drainage facilities, signing and striping, utilities (including but not limited to
water and sewer), and a 14 foot wide raised landscaped median.
ii. Improve the Loop Road from Major Entry at Date Street to the westerly
boundary of Planning Area 5 (Modified Collector Road Standards - 66' RNV)
to include dedication of full-width right-of-way, installation of full-width street
improvements, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage
facilities, signing and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and
sewer).
iii. Improve Ynez Road from Equity Drive to Service Commercial Access
(Arterial Highway Standards - 110' PA, V) to include dedication of full-width
right-of-way, installation of full-width street improvements, paving, curb and
gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing and striping, utilities
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iv,
(including but not limited to water and sewer) and a 14 foot wide raised
landscaped median.
On or before January 1,2003 the Developer shall reserve for the City's use
or commitment to use the same for freeway interchange and/or freeway-
related traffic circulation purposes, a component of real property that is:
a) approximately twenty (20) contiguous acres in area;
b) identified and defined by the City Engineer of City of Temecula;
c)
reserved for a twenty (20) year period for the purpose of offering a
permanent dedication for freeway related purposes to the City of
Temecula if and when the City represents to Developer that a
freeway interchange is to be constructed on the burdened property.
Any portion of the Reserved real properbJ shall be released from the
reservation at the time the City determines such real property is not
necessary for the freeway improvements. "Reservation" shall mean
the Owner an/or Developer of the subject real property shall not
improve the real property but shall instead maintain the property in a
non-nuisance condition and in an undeveloped/unimproved state
during the term of the Reservation. The Owner or Developer shall
submit an enforceable written instrument so burdening the subject
real property for the review and approval of the City Attorney and
Director of Public Works prior to, and have the same approved, in
such time so as to allow the Reservation to be enforceable on or
before January 1, 2003.
Improve Equity Drive from County Center Drive to the new Ynez Road
(Modified Principal Collector Road Standards - 78' R/W) to include to include
dedication of full-width right-of-way, installation of full-width street
improvements, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage
facilities, signing and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and
OFFSITE CIRCULATION
Prior to the issuance of occupancy permits for the Phase II build-out of Residential
(defined as issued building permits in excess of 476 for single family detached units
and 346 for attached multiple family units) and Service Commercial (defined as
development that involves real property that in the aggregate exceeds twenty (20)
net acres of real property within Planning area 12) and Village Center neighborhood
commercial (beyond an aggregate of eight thousand (8000) square feet of
developed area) the improvements generally described hereafter shall have been
completed to the reasonable satisfaction of the City and the Developer shall be
authorized to seek a reimbursement agreement as provided for in condition 6, unless
waived pursuant to condition 6.
1.
2.
3.
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Winchester Road at Jefferson Avenue
Add Eastbound Right Turn Lane
Add a Southbound Left Turn Lane (Dual Left)
Convert Southbound Right Turn Lane to Shared Through and Right
Turn Lane
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4. Add Northbound Right Turn Lane (Dual Right)
ii. Winchester Road at I-15 Southbound Ramp
1. Add Eastbound Right Turn Lane
2. Add Southbound dedicated Left Turn Lane (Dual Left) and widen off
ramp to accommodate the added lane
iii. Winchester Road at Ynez Road
1. Add Eastbound Left Turn Lane (Dual Left)
2. Add Eastbound Through Lane
3. Add Northbound Left Turn Lane (Triple Left)
4. Modify Signal to provide Northbound Right Turn Overlap Phase
5. Split Northbound and Southbound Signal Phases
6. Add Westbound Through Lane
7. Add Southbound Shared Through and Right Turn Lane (300'
Minimum)
iv. Overland Drive at Jefferson Avenue
1. Modify Signal to Provide Westbound Right Turn Overlap Phase
2. Modify Signal to Provide Northbound Right Turn Overlap Phase
3. Split Northbound and Southbound Signal Phases
4. Add Eastbound Right Turn Lane
v. Overland Drive at Ynez Road
1. Add Westbound Right Turn Lane
2. Modify Westbound Shared Through and Right Turn Lane to Through
Lane
3. Modify Signal to ProvideWestbound Rightq'urnOverlapPha~
4. Modify Signal to Provide Southbound Right Turn Overlap Phase
vi. Overland Drive at Margarita Road
1. Modify Northbound Through Lane to Shared Through and Left Turn
Lane
2. Split Northbound and Southbound Signal Phases
vii. Winchester Road at 1-15 Northbound Ramp
1. Add Westbound right turn lane (Dual right)
CITY OF MURRIETA CIRCULATION
A fair-share contribution shall be made to the City of Murrieta prior to the first
occupancy permit in Phase 2 to improve the intersection of:
i. Murrieta Hot Springs Road at Jefferson Avenue
1. Add Westbound Left Turn Lane (Dual Left)
2. Channelize Northbound Right Turn Lane to Allow Free Right Turn
Movement
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ii. Murrieta Hot Springs Road at Alta Murrieta Drive
1. Add Westbound Right Turn Lane
2. Modify Westbound Shared Through and Right Turn Lane to Right
Turn Only Lane
iii. Murrieta Hot Springs Road at Margarita Road
1. Modify Eastbound Through Lane to Shared Through Lane/Right Turn
Lane
2. Modify Northbound Through Lane to Shared Through Lane/Left Turn
Lane
d. TRAFFIC SIGNALS
i. Prior to the first occupancy permit, or as warranted, the developer shall install
a traffic signal with conduits for future interconnect at the following
intersections:
1. Date Street and Major Entry at Date Street
e. DRAINAGE
i. Construct backbone channel and/or drainage facilities and all associated
improvements per Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation
District and the City of Temecula requirements.
f. WATER AND SEWER
i. Install water mains per Rancho California Water District requirements and
sewer mains per Eastern Municipal Water District requirements.
PHASE 3
a. CIRCULATION
The following improvements shall be completed as part of Phase 3 and prior to the
first building permit in Phase 4:
ii.
Improve Date Street from the westerly boundary of Planning Area 3 to Ynez
Road (Urban Arterial Highway Standards - 134' R/VV) to include dedication of
full-width street right-of-way, installation of full-width street improvements,
paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing
and striping, utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer), and a 14
foot wide raised landscaped median
1. Provide Eastbound Right Turn Lane onto Ynez Road per EIR ID. No.
32
2. Provide Westbound Right Turn Lane onto Ynez Road per EIR ID. No.
32
Improve Ynez Road from Service Commercial Access III to Date Street
(Arterial Highway Standards - 110' R/W) to include dedication of full-width
right-of-way, installation of full-width street improvements, paving, curb and
gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing and striping, utilities
(including but not limited to water and sewer) and a 14 foot wide raised
landscaped median
1. Provide Southbound Right Turn Lane onto Date Street per EIR ID. No.
37
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iii.
2. Provide Northbound Right Turn Lane onto Date Street per EIR ID. No.
On or before January 1,2003 the Developer sha[l reserve for the City's use
or commitment to use the same for freeway interchange and/or freeway-
related traffic circulation purposes, a component of real property that is:
a) approximately twenty (20) contiguous acres in area;
d) identified and defined by the City Engineer of City of Temecula;
79.
c) reserved for a twenty (20) year period for the purpose of offering a
permanent dedication for freeway related purposes to the City of
Temecula if and when the City represents to Developer that a
freeway interchange is to be constructed on the burdened property.
Any portion of the Reserved real property shall be released from the
reservation at the time the City determines such real property is not
necessary for the freeway improvements. "Reservation" shall mean
the Owner an/or Developer of the subject real property shall not
improve the real property but shall instead maintain the property in a
non-nuisance condition and in an undeveloped/unimproved state
during the term of the Reservation. The Owner or Developer shall
submit an enforceable written instrument so burdening the subject
real property for the review and approval of the City Attorney and
Director of Public Works prior to, and have the same approved, in
such time so as to allow the Reservation to be enforceable on or
before January 1,2003.
DRAINAGE
i. Construct backbone channel and/or drainage facilities and all associated
improvements per Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation
District and the City of Temecula requirements.
WATER AND SEWER
.i._ __lnstalLwater mains pe~BancboJ::;alifornia Water District_requirements_ and
sewer mains per Eastern Municipal Water District requirements.
PHASE 4
a. CIRCULATION
The following improvements shall be completed as part of Phase 4.
i. Improve Date Street from Ynez Road to Interstate 15 (Urban Arterial
Highway Standards - 134' R/W) to include dedication of full-width right-of-
way, installation of full-width street improvements, paving, curb and gutter,
sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing and striping, utilities
(including but not limited to water and sewer) and a 14 foot wide raised
landscaped median
ii. Improve Ynez Road from Date Street to the northerly Specific Boundary
(Arterial Highway Standards - 110' R/W) to include dedication of full-width
right-of-way, installation of full-width street improvements, paving, curb and
gutter, sidewalk, street lights, drainage facilities, signing and striping, utilities
(including but not limited to water and sewer) and a 14 foot wide raised
landscaped median
All necessary right-of-way in Planning Areas 8 and 12, including slope areas
iii.
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for the Date/Cherry Interchange shall be granted free and clear of
encumbrances in fee title. The location and limits of the right-of-way shall be
as approved by the City and the California Department of Transportation.
DRAINAGE
i. Construct backbone channel and/or drainage facilities and all associated
improvements per Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation
District and the City of Temecula
c. WATER AND SEWER
i. Install water mains per Rancho California Water District requirements and
sewer mains per Eastern Municipal Water District requirements
FIRE DEPARTMENT
The following are the Fire Department Conditions of Approval for this Specific Plan. All questions
regarding the meaning of these conditions shall be referred to the Fire Prevention Bureau.
80.
Final fire and life safety conditions will be addressed when building plans are reviewed by
the Fire Prevention Bureau. These conditions will be based on occupancy, use, the
California Building Code (CBC), California Fire Code (CFC), and related codes which are in
force at the time of building plan submittal.
81.
82.
83.
The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set a minimum fire flow for residential land division
per CFC Appendix III.A, Table A-iII-A-1. The developer shall provide for this project, a water
system capable of delivering 1500 GPM at 20-PSI residual operating pressure with a 2-hour
duration. The required fire flow may be adjusted during the approval process to reflect
changes in design, construction type, or automatic fire protection measures as approved by
the Fire Prevention Bureau. The Fire Flow as given above has taken into account all
information as provided. (CFC 903.2, Appendix Ill-A)
The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set minimum fire hydrant distances per CFC
Appendix III.B, Table A-III-B-1. Standard fire hydrants (6" x 4" x 2 1/2" outlets) shall be
located on Fire Department access roads-andadj~cent-publicstreets.~-lydrants shall be
spaced at 500 feet apart, at each intersection and shall be located no more than 250 feet
from any point on the street or Fire Department access road(s) frontage to a hydrant. The
required fire flow shall be available from any adjacent hydrant(s) in the system. The upgrade
of existing fire hydrants may be required. (CFC 903.2,903.4.2, and Appendix III-B
The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set a minimum fire flow for commercial land
division per CFC Appendix Ill-A, Table A-III-A-1. The developer shall provide for this project,
a water system capable of delivering 4000 G PM at 20-PSI residual operating pressure with a
4 hour duration. The required fire flow may be adjusted during the approval process to
reflect changes in design, construction type, or automatic fire protection measures as
approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau. The Fire Flow as given above has taken into
account all information as provided. (CFC 903.2, Appendix Ill-A)
84.
The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set minimum fire hydrant distances per CFC
Appendix Ill-B, Table A-III-B-1. Super fire hydrants (6" x 4" x 2-2 1/2" outlets) shall be
located on Fire Department access roads and adjacent public streets. Hydrants shall be
spaced at 350 feet apart, at each intersection and shall be located no more than 210 feet
from any point on the street or Fire Department access road(s) frontage to a hydrant. The
required fire flow shall be available from any adjacent hydrant(s) in the system. The upgrade
of existing fire hydrants may be required. (CFC 903.2,903.4.2 and Appendix Ill-B)
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85.
Maximum cul-de-sac length shall not exceed 1320 feet. Minimum turning radius on any cul-
de-sac shall be thirty-seven (37) feet for residential and forty-five (45) feet for commercial.
(CFC 902.2.2.3, CFC 902.2.2.4)
86.
If construction is phased, each phase shall provide approved access and fire protection prior
to any building construction. (CFC 8704.2 and 902.2.2)
87.
Prior to building construction, alt locations where structures are to be built shall have
approved temporary Fire Department vehicle access roads for use until permanent roads
are installed. Temporary Fire Department access roads shall be an all weather surface for
80,000 lbs. GVW. (CFC 8704.2 and 902.2.2.2)
88.
Prior to building final, all locations where structures are to be built shall have approved Fire
Department vehicle access roads to within 150 feet to any portion of the facility or any
portion of an exterior wall of the building(s). Fire Department access roads shall be an all
weather surface designed for 80,000 lbs. GVW with a minimum AC thickness of .25 feet.
(CFC sec 902)
89.
Fire Department vehicle access roads shall have a clear paved section of thirty-six (36) feet
and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than thirteen (13) feet six (6) inches.
(CFC 902.2.2.1 ).
90.
Private roads and alleys may be as narrow as 20 feet unobstructed travel width, not
including parking with Fire Prevention approval on a map by map basis.
91.
Cul-de-sacs with planters must maintain 24 foot clear unobstructed travel width around the
planters, not including parking. Hardscape areas are permissible provided that they meet the
80,000 lb. load requirements and are at road level.
92.
The gradient for a fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed fifteen (15) percent. (CFC
902.2.2.6 Ord. 99-14)
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A~f~raf ~cfi~lm~n~h~g b-vibes that couli~h3~-de--o?'~lbw--errfecgen-cy--vehlcle access are
prohibited, except those approved individually on a map by map basis when they maintain
the required travel widths and radii.
94.
As required by the California Fire Code, when any portion of the facility is in excess of 150
feet from a water supply on a public street, as measured by an approved route around the
exterior of the facility, on-site fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire
flow shall be provided. For this project on site fire hydrants are required. (CFC 903.2)
95.
Prior to building construction, dead end road ways and streets in excess of one hundred and
fifty (150) feet which have not been completed shall have a turnaround capable of
accommodating fire apparatus. (CFC 902.2.2.4)
96.
Prior to issuance of building permits, the developer shall furnish one copy of the water
system plans to the Fire Prevention Bureau for approval prior to installation. Plans shall be
signed by a registered civil engineer; contain a Fire Prevention Bureau approval signature
block; and conform to hydrant type, location, spacing and minimum fire flow standards. After
the plans are signed by the local water company, the originals shall be presented to the Fire
Prevention Bureau for signatures. The required water system including fire hydrants shall be
installed and accepted by the appropriate water agency prior to any combustible building
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materials being placed on an individual lot. (CFC 8704.3, 901.2.2.2 and National Fire
Protection Association 24 1-4.1 )
97.
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or building final, "Blue Reflective Markers"
shall be installed to identify fire hydrant locations. (CFC 901.4.3)
98.
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or building final, approved numbers or
addresses shall be provided on all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be
plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Numbers shall be of a
contrasting color to their background. Commercial, multi-family residential and industrial
buildings shall have a minimum twelve (12) inches numbers with suite numbers a minimum
of six (6) inches in size. All suites shall gave a minimum of six (6) inch high letters and/or
numbers on both the front and rear doors. Single family residences and multi-family
residential units shall have four (4) inch letters and/or numbers, as approved by the Fire
Prevention Bureau. (CFC 901.4.4)
99.
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or building final, a directory display
monument sign shall be required for all apartment, condominium, townhouse or mobile
home parks. Each complex shall have an illuminated diagrammatic layout of the complex
which indicates the name of the complex, all streets, building identification, unit numbers,
and fire hydrant locations within the complex. Location of the sign and design specifications
shall be submitted to and be approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau prior to installation.
100.
Prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy or building final, based on square footage and
type of construction, occupancy or use, the developer shall install a fire sprinkler system.
Fire sprinkler plans shall be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau for approval prior to
installation. (CFC Article 10, CBC Chapter 9)
101.
Prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy or building final, based on a requirement for
monitoring the sprinkler system, occupancy or use, the developer shall install an fire alarm
system monitored by an approved Underwriters Laboratory listed central station. Plans shall
be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau for approval prior to installation. (CFC Article 10)
102.
Pri6r to~h~-i~dAnCe~f ~ Certifioi~t~6f-Occupancy or building final;-a-"Kn~-13ox*-shall be
provided, The Knox-Box shall be installed a minimum of six (6) feet in height and be located
to the right side of the main entrance door. (CFC 902,4)
103.
All manual and e~ectronic gates on required Fire Department access roads or gates
obstructing Fire Department building access shall be provided with the Knox Rapid entry
system for emergency access by fire fighting personnel. (CFC 902.4)
104.
Prior to final inspection of any building, the applicant shall prepare and submit to the Fire
Department for approval, a site plan designating Fire Lanes with appropriate lane painting
and or signs.
105.
Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, building final or occupancy, buildings
housing high-piled combustible stock shall comply with the provisions of Uniform Fire Code
Article 81 and all applicable National Fire Protection Association standards. The storage of
high-piled combustible stock may require structural design considerations or modifications to
the building. Fire protection and life safety features may include some or all of the following:
an automatic fire sprinkler system(s) designed for a specific commodity class and storage
arrangement, hose stations, alarm systems, smoke vents, draft curtains, Fire Department
access doors and Fire department access roads. (CFC Article 81 )
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106.
107.
Prior to the building final, speculative buildings capable of housing high-piled combustible
stock, shall be designed with the following fire protection and life safety features: an
automatic fire sprinkler system(s) designed for a specific commodity class and storage
arrangement, hose stations, alarm systems, smoke vents, draft curtains, Fire Department
access doors and Fire department access roads. Buildings housing high-piled combustible
stock shall comply with the provisions California Fire Code Article 81 and all applicable
National Fire Protection Association standards. (CFC Article 81)
Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or building final, the developer/applicant
shall be responsible for obtaining underground and/or aboveground tank permits for the
storage of combustible liquids, flammable liquids or any other hazardous materials from both
the County Health department and Fire Prevention Bureau. (CFC 7901.3 and 8001.3)
Special Conditions
108. Prior to issuance of building permits, fuel modification plans shall be submitted to the Fire
Prevention Bureau for review and approval for all open space areas adjacent to the wildland-
vegetation interface. (CFC Appendix II-A)
109. Prior to issuance of building permits, plans for structural protection from vegetation fires shall
be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau for review and approval. The measures shall
include, but are not limited to, enclosing eaves, noncombustible barriers (cement or block
walls), and fuel modification zones. (CFC Appendix II-A)
110. Prior to building permit issuance, a full technical report may be required to be submitted and
to the Fire Prevention Bureau for some commercial occupancies. This report shall address,
but not be limited to, all fire and life safety measures per 1998 CFC, 1998 CBC, NFPA - 13,
24, 72 and 231-C.
111. Prior to issuance of a building construction in each phase a simple plot plan or map in an
electronic file of the .DWG format must be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau.
Alternative file formats may be acceptable, contact fire prevention for approval.
112. The applicant shail comply with the requirements of the Fire Code permit process and
update any changes ~n-th-e~t~d ~b~titie~'al~pr~ed~s~ o~f~heirFIre-C~fmlt.
These changes shall be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau for review and approval per
the Fire Code and is subject to inspection. (CFC 105)
113. The applicant shall submit for review and approval by the Riverside County Department of
Environmental Health and City Fire Department an update to the Hazardous Material
Inventory Statement and Fire Department Technical Report on file at the city; should any
quantities used or stored onsite increase or should changes to operation introduce any
additional hazardous material not listed in existing reports. (CFC Appendix II-E)
TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
General Requirements:
114. If any of the following conditions of approval differ from the Specific Plan text or exhibits, the
conditions enumerated herein shall take precedent.
115. The current park dedication requirement {Quimby) shall be satisfied with the 16.5 acre
community park, the existing Winchester Creek Park and the HOA owned and maintained
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recreational areas identified in the Harveston Specific Plan including the 6.9 acre Lake Park,
the 1.8 acre Village Green, the 2 acre Village Club and the mini parks totaling 1.5 acres.
116.
The actual design of the 16.5 acre community park in Planning Area 1 shall be in substantial
conformance with the conceptual designs and guidelines identified within the Specific Plan.
Prior to submittal of construction plans, the developer shall meet with the Director of
Community Services to determine the location and specifications of the park amenities to be
provided on site. Construction plans and specifications must be approved bythe Director of
Community Services.
117.
All park and slope/landscape plans submitted for consideration shall be in conformance with
the City of Temecula Landscape and Irrigation Specifications and Installation Details and the
Park Land and Landscape Dedication Process,
1 18. The design of the community park in Planning Area 1 shall provide for pedestrian circulation
and access for the disabled throughout the park.
119.
120.
121.
Construction of the 16.5 acre community park site and proposed TCSD landscape
maintenance areas shall commence pursuant to a pre-job meeting with the developer and
TCSD Maintenance Superintendent. Failure to comply with the TCSD review and inspection
process may preclude acceptance of these areas into the TCSD maintenance programs.
The developer, the developer's successor or assignee, shall be responsible for all
maintenance of the park sites and slopes/landscaping areas until such time as those
responsibilities are accepted by the TCSD.
The 16.5 acre community park shall be improved and dedicated to the City free and clear of
any liens, assessment fees, or easements that would preclude the City from utilizing the
property for public purposes. A policy of title insurance and a soils assessment report shall
also be provided with the conveyance of the property.
122.
All perimeter slope/landscape areas adjacent to roadways with a 66 foot right of way or
larger adjacent_to sing!e_fam_i!y residentia!_d_¢_velopment shall be offered for dedication to the
TCSD for maintenance purposes following compliance to existing City standards and
completion of the application process. Alt other landscape areas, entry monumentation,
signage, pedestrian portals, bus shelters and walls shall be maintained bythe Homeowners
Association (HCA), private maintenance association or property owner.
123. A ten (10) foot wide multi-use trail will be constructed around the Lake Park. An 8' paseo will
be constructed within the Paseo Park and along the outside of the Loop Road.
124.
Class I1 bicycle lanes will be included on both sides of Ynez Road, Date Street (within the
project area), the Loop Road and the three entrance roads, and the adjacent portions of
Margarita Road and Date Street (bordering the County line). Class II bike lanes shall be
constructed in concurrence with the street improvements.
125.
The developer is entitled to receive a credit against the park component of the City's
Development Impact Fee (DIF) based upon the actual cost of improving the community park
in Planning Area 1. The lee/credit issue shall be addressed pursuant to the execution of a
Development Agreement or a Park Improvement Agreement between the applicant and the
City prior to approval of the final map.
126. The 16.5~acre community park in Planning Area 1 shall be constructed, including the 90-day
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maintenance and establishment period, and the conveyance accepted by the City Council
prior to the issuance of the first residential building permit in Phase 2 (excluding models).
Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the completion of the 16.5 acre Community Park is delayed
because the final and permanent alignment of Ynez Road has not been determined which
prevents the designation of the boundaries of the subject park, the City may, in the
reasonable discretion of the City Manager and which shall not be unreasonably withheld,
continue to issue building permits during the term of such uncertainty. The City Manager
may require, and the Owner or Developer shall provide, the provision of notice to potential
purchasers of the scope of improvements intended to occur within the subject park,
including, but not limited to, lighted athletic fields. Notice, as required by the City Manager,
may include, but is not limited to, signage (both on and off the anticipated park site), letters,
displays or handbills.
Prior to Approval of the Final Map:
127.
The developer, or his assignee, shall offer for dedication, enter into an agreement and post
security with the TCSD to improve the proposed parkland located in Planning Area 1 in
accordance with the City standards, prior to the approval of the respective final map.
128.
All areas intended for dedication to the TCSD for maintenance shall be identified on each
final map by numbered lots and indexed to identify said lots numbers as a proposed TCSD
maintenance areas.
129. All TCSD slope/landscaping maintenance easements shall be offered for dedication on each
final map.
130.
Construction drawings for all landscape medians and proposed TCSD slope/landscape
maintenance areas shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Services
prior to the approval of each final map.
131. The subdivider shall post security and enter into an agreement to improve all landscape
medians and proposed TCSD maintenance areas prior to the approval of each final map.
132.
The developer shall file a notice of i~it~h~T~la-C~Fn~h-ity Services
to initiate election proceedings for acceptance of residential street lights and perimeter
slope/landscape into the TCSD maintenance program prior to approval of each final map.
All costs associated with this process shall be borne by the developer.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permits:
133.
Prior to the installation of street lights or issuance of building permits, whichever comes first,
the developer shall file an application and pay the appropriate fees to the TCSD for the
dedication of arterial and residential street lights into the appropriate TCSD maintenance
program.
Prior to Issuance of Certificates of Occupancy:
134.
Prior to the issuance of the first certificate of occupancy within each phase map, the
developer shall submit the most current I'st of Assessor s Parcel Numbers assigned to the
final project.
135. It shall be the developer's responsibility to provide written disclosure of the existence or
TCSD and its service level rates and charges to all prospective purchasers.
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OUTSIDE AGENCY LEI-I'ERS
136. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the Eastern Municipal
Water District transmittal dated March 31, 1999, a copy of which is attached.
137. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the Rancho Water
transmittals dated November 9, 1999 and September 8, 2000, a copy of which is attached.
138. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the County of Riverside
Department of Environmental Health transmittal dated February 1,2000, a copy of which is
attached.
139. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the Riverside County Flood
Control and Water Conservation District transmittal dated January 1,2000, a copy of which
is attached.
140. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the Department of
Transportation transmittal dated November 15, 1999, a copy of which is attached.
141. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the Eastern Information
Center, Department of Anthropology transmittal dated November 3, 1999, a copy of which is
attached.
142. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the Temecula Valley
Unified School District transmittal dated November 5, 1999, a copy of which is attached.
143. Comply with the terms and conditions of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife and Army Corps of
Engineer permits obtained for this project.
144. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set forth in the Riverside Transit
Agency transmittal dated May 31,2001, a copy of which is attached.
By placing my signature below, I confirm that I have read, understand ar~d~c~t-~ll~h~ove
Conditions of Approval. I further understand that the property shall be maintained in conformance
with these conditions of approval and that any changes I may wish to make to the project shall be
subject to Community Development Depadment approval.
Applicant Name
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Board of Directors
President
David J. Slawson
~qce President
Clayton A. Record, Jr.
Marion V. Ashley
Richard R. Hall
Rodger D. Sierns
X. lary C. White
John B. Brudin
Director of the
Metropolitan Water
District of So. Calif.
Clayton A. Record, Jr.
Kuebler. CPA
Legal Cou.sel
Redwine and Sherrill
October 4, 2000
County of Riverside
Environmental Health Department
P.O. Box 1206
Riverside, CA 92502
Dear Colleague:
Re:
SAN53-Sewer Will Serve
1,921 Units, Located west of Margarita Rd., north of Date St.
in the County of Riverside.
EMWD is willing to provide water and/or sewer service to the subject project. The
provisions of service are contingent upon the developer completing the necessary
arrangements in accordance with EMWD rules and regulations. The arrangements
may include plan check, facility construction, annexation, payment of financial
participation charges, coordination with a sub-agency, reclaimed water facilities and
other requirements. The developer should contact EMWD's New Business
Development Department early in the process to determine the necessary
arrangements for service.
EMWD's ability to serve is subject to limiting conditions, such as water shortages,
regulatory requirements, legal issues, or conditions beyond EMWD's control.
Thank you for your cooperation in serving our mutual customers. If you have any
questions, please call me at (909) 928-3777, ext. 4518.
Sincerely/;7 ./ D ,~---~'~
Civil Engineering Assistant
New Business Development
MHS/
C:
Ms. Patty Anders
City of Temecula
P.O. Box 9033
Temecula, CA 92589-9033
Mailing .4ddress:
\ \ fpsnt s2\ J_\WORDPROC\WORD\NEW_BUSI, 11 \Wi 11 Serve\Yea r2000\ma rg&dat est .doc
Post Office Box 8300 Pen-is. CA 92572-8300 Telephone: (909) 928-3777 Fax: (909) 928-6177
Location: 2270 Tremble Road Pen'is. CA 92570
Ralph H. Daily
Presldenl
Doug Kulberg
Sr. Vice Presldenl
Lisa D. Herman
Cseba F. Ko
Scott A. Mclntyre
Jeffrey L. Mink]er
George M. Woods
John F. Hennigar
Phillip L. Forbes
Kenneth C. Dealy
Perry R. Louck
Linda M. Fregoso
C. Michael Coweti
Best Best & Krieger LLP
November 9, 1999
Patty Anders, Case Planner
City of Temecula
Planning Department
43200 Business Park Drive
Post Office Box 9033
Temecula, CA 92589-9033
SUBJECT:
WATER AVAILABILITY
SWEETWATER SPECIFIC PLAN
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 161
VARIOUS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBERS
PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA99-04'18
AND PA99-0419
Dear Ms. Anders:
Please be advised that the above-referenced development is located
within the boundaries of Rancho California Water District (RCWD). Water
service, therefore, would be available upon completion of financial
arrangements between RCWD and the property owner along with the
construction of any required on-site and/or off-site water facilities.
If fire protection is required, the customer will need to contact RCWD for
fees and requirements.
Water availability would be contingent upon the property owner signing
an Agency Agreement that assigns water management rights, if any, to
RCWD.
If you have any questions, please contact an Engineering Services
Representative at this office.
Sincerely,
RANCHO CALIFORNIA WATER DISTRICT
Steve Brannon, P.E.
Development Engineering Manager
99~SB:mc303~'012-T1 ~C F
September 8, 2000
Patty Anders, Case Planner
City of Temecula
Planning Department
43200 Business Park Drive
Post Office Box 9033
Temecula, CA 92589-9033
SUBJECT: WATER AVAILABILITY
HARVESTON SPECIFIC PLAN
Dear Ms. Anders:
Please be advised that the above-referenced property is located within the
boundaries of Rancho California Water District (RCWD). Water service,
therefore, would be available upon completion of financial arrangements between
RCWD and the property owner.
RCWD has reviewed the Specific Plan for the Harveston development. As stated
above, RCWD will provide water service to this project. The proposed demands
have been incorporated into both the RCWD Water Resource Master Plan and
Water Facilities Master Plan. These plans have been reviewed and adopted by the
District's Board of Directors.
The review of the above-referenced documents affirms that the water demand for
this area was evaluated and incorporated into the RCWD Master Plans.
Also, please refer to our letter of August 23, 2000 (copy enclosed) concerning the
proposed lake. RCWD highly recommends that the issue of utilizing reclaimed
water be completely addressed in the site master plan and specific plan.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
RANCHO CALIFORNIA WATER DISTRICT
Steve Brannon, P.E.
Development Engineering Manager
Enclosure
ili~SEP 11 ZOO0
TO:
FROM:
RE:
County of Riverside
HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
DATE: February 1,2000
CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING DEPARTMENT
ATTN: Patty Anders
GREGOR DELLENBACH, Interim Supervisor
SWEETWATER SPECIFIC PLAN
The Sweetwater Specific Plan dated September 1999 has been received and reviewed.
Will-serve letters from the water and sewering agencies will be required and the use of reclaimed water
on all parklands and other greenbelt zones and other landscaped zones is highly recommended.
In order to serve domestic water and provide sanitary sewer service to the project area, "will-serve"
letters from Rancho California Water District (RCWD) and Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD)
respectively will be required.
Domestic water demands are calculated to be 2.02 MGD and wastewater flows to be 0.723 MGD. The
report advises that RCWD and EMWD can handle those demands. The report identifies that 254.7
acres of park, open space and school sites that should be eligible to receive reclaimed water. These
irrigation systems should be designed to accommodate a reclaimed water system.
The concerns regarding re-claimed water have not been addressed in the document reviewed.
Sincerely,
Gregor Dellenbach, In erim Supervisor
GD:dr
(909) 955-8980
DAVID P. Z:\PPE
General Manaaer-Chief Er~aincer
RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
City of Temecula
Planning Department
Post Office Box 9033
Temecula, California 92589-9033
1095 MARKET STREET
RIVERSIDE. CA 92501
909.955.1200
909.788.9965 FAX
51180.1
ond~tions for land divisions or other land use cases in incorporated
The District does not normally recomm~n~ c.. ,' ...... .~¢. or nrovide State Division of Real Estate let~¢rg, o(
&~ti~s. The District also does not .plan cneck.c?~2~%~;7~,o~ehdations for such cases are Do~¢lly
other flood hazar¢¢reppas f?r. su~_c¢~;~t~[~i~"6~i~i'&~-~aster Drainage Plan facilities, other rog,chat noou
to items o~ ~p~%'~J~stS~% c;~'l'~ be considered a logical compongO.~or e~$~%~i~~
and District Area Uralnagu m~. ~==- . ...... ~ ...... -
provided.
- d to'oct in detail and the following checked comments do not in any way
The District has not r?v~?wed the propose p J nroiect with res oct to flood hazard, public
~nn~titute or imDly District approva or endorsement of the proposed r , P
~l~-~d safet~ 8r any other such ~ssue:
This project would not be impacted by District Master Drainage Plan facilities nor are other facilities of
regional ~nterest proposed.
r P an facilities The District w accept ownership of such facilities on
Th' project invo yes District M~e . ' .... ~ ,~ n~.,.~¢+ ~t= ards and D strict plan chec~ and
~i~'n r~auest of the City. Facilities must oe constr~ ,~ ~,,~..,~2%~ ~n'd administratve fees wdl be
:' ....... '--~ ill be re uired for District acceptance fflan check, .,op= ........
~nspecbon w q '
required.
· I storm drains 36 riches or larger in diametgr, or other facilities that
/ This project may ~:o~e ~?~;~, in nature and/or a logical. ?xtens,o~ o¢__:~
- coed ee co~sL~%e2 ~ M**t.r Drainage Plan The D~stnct woul~ co.o,~=~ ....
~ICTA ~' ....... , ~ ~- Cit-' Fac tes must be constru~e~ ~
bwnersmp ct s~cp.(a?ht?s .... ~ ~-~ in¢¢ection will be required for District acceptance Plan checK,
inspection and administrative fees will be required.
of the District's ¢~61~ ~6~/~gg~¢~ V~&~¢~a
This pro'oct is Iocate~ wlthlq the h?ts .... ~¢. ~nn d' aBohcable tees ~ould De pald_~y cashi~?
~ Drain~g~ Plan for ~h,ch ~r~l~ ~2~j~n¢;FSi;~ri~r (5 issuance of building or
$%i%~e~r%%%e~s~r%~ ~¢~o%; ;;~;n%uld be at the rate in effect at the time o, issuance u, u ,=-
permit.
GENERAL iNFORMATION
· · i char e Elimination System (NPDES) permit from the State Water
This project, ay r¢,~.a ~}~i.~t~d?~, re~rdation, or other final Bppro?f ~hould not be given until the
Resources uonFo[PPa?L ~.%.~L%7%** he%n e ~ted a permit or is shown to De exump,.
ment A eric (FEMA) mapped flood plain, then the Ci~ should
¢ th ~ nrni¢ct nvoIves a Federal Emergency Mangg~ .. g '--~ *nd O~k .... formation required to meet FEM~
..... 7-%'2:-%~licant to nrovide all studies, calculat pns.. p~}%:.F~;~;;i Letter of Map Revision CLOMN)
requ~ u~.~%~ .k~.ld~¢udher require that the app,cam ou~an~ ~ ~'~"','~&L% ~ ~ Revision (LOMR) pnor to
reCuffemen~,L~"-*-~r~2tinn o thor final a royal of the project, and a uu~, ~. ,- F
prior to gra~lng, ~:~ ......... r o PP
occupancy.
' 'im acted b this project, the City should require the a~p. licant to
If a natural wptercourse or mapped flood plain is ' mia ~ a~ment of Fish and e,me an~ a ~.~t~c~
btain a Sect,on 1601/1603 Agr¢~m%nt fro~ th~_~,.~r~ or written corresponcence ,rom tr)u~2
o ction 404 Permit from the U.b. Army ~orp~ ~'~%~¢~n Water Act Section 401 Water Quahty uemncauon
~. .._. k~ ..~i¢ct is exemot from these requ!remum~. ~¢,%.. ¢~ntrn Rn~rd Dr or to issuance of the Corps
may be required ~rom ,,,e ,ccal Ca...or...a..e~lO
permit.
Vow truly yours.
STUART E. MGKIBBIN
Senior Civil Engineer
STATE OF CALIFORNIA--BUSINESS, ~,ND HOUSING AGENCY
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DISTRICT 8
t64 W Fourth Street, 6th Floor MS 726
an Bemardino, CA 92401-1400
HONE (909) 383-6327
AX (909) 383-6890
November 15, 1999
08-Riv-79-R3.300
Ms. Patty Anders
Assistant Planner
PO Box 9033
Temecula, CA 92589-9033
Dear Ms. Anders:
NOV 1 7 1999
GRAY DAVIS, Governor
Sweetwater Specific Plan
The City of Temecula should ensure that the applicant complies with the current
Congestion Management Program in place as defined by the Riverside County
Transportation Commission (1997).
Please forward all future plans and documents to this office regarding this proposal.
If you have any questions, please contact Jim Belty at (909) 383-4473 or FAX (909)
383-6890
Sincerely,
LINDA GRIMES, Chief
Office of Forecasting/
IGPJCEQA Review
c: Mosle Boyd, State Clearinghouse
~ovember ~, 1999 11:26am --
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ALIFORNIA
HISTORICAL
P, ESOURCES
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YSTEM
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EaStern Information Center
Department of Anthropology
University of car~omla
Riverside, CA 92521-0418
Phone (909) 787-6745
Fax (909) 787-5409
DATE:
RE: C~e Trensn~t~d Reference De~ign~ion: ~%;
R~cords at the Eastetu Information Center oflhe CaJifor
teem reviewed to determine ifthb pmj~c~ would adverse{
~ou:ce(~). A ~mee I eudy b mmmL,~--,,~4_
k na~mmended,
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· qu~i~ed arcl~teolo,Bi~ ev&'l,~ tix~ ~ nad ma]~:s t'ceo~
Du~ to the ~mlmeoio~ml sam~vky of t]~ area, eanhmov~n; ~
..._ Thc stg~-,;.~oa of · cult~tl rc,outc~ management fepofl is
P.~o ume Idana &.cmt~ kepom p~'ed by ~ Calif~rnli 0
4(4J, Dm:mmber
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COMM];NTS:
if you have any queatEons, ple~e conta~ us.
RCE REVIKW
~ Hist~rlcnl Resources Information System have
effect pr~lstoric or hi~rlc cu]turnl resourcm:
cultural ~c,~utc~. A ~ I ltUd,y
0ukurtl rmouroo,. Hov~'wr, dt~ to thc na~fo of tho
t6ral n~omcca ia n~ sntloil~tcd. Put'ct study ts not
o oukut'll acsottroe~. Pu.rtAcr etud7 ie ~
~rinS c~n~ should be a~n]~orcclby · professional
of Hi~orio Prc~:rv~tion, ~'~J~ Pb~ff~. ,~utbtfa
ropme m~Ratlon ~ fur "~l~tat' sil~,]
,resc,~ltkm in pk~e, or a oomb~n of dm
Easte. rn Xnformation ~entm*
November 5, 1999
TEMECULA VALLEY
Unified School District
SUPERINTENDENT
David B. Aflmen
NOV 1 6 1999
-
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Pa'~i Smith
Richard Sharer
Ed Elder
Jerry Hol3bs
Barbara Tooker
Ms. Patty Anders
City of Temecula
P.O. Box 9033
Temecula, CA 92589-9033
SUBJECT: PA99-0419 (Sweetwater)
Dear Ms. Anders:
Temecula Valley Unified s~-ongly supports the inclusion of a twelve-acre elementary school within the proposed
Sweetwater Specific Plan. An elementa~ school within the community will be vital to serve the students generated
by the homes there, as well as other City of Temecula residents. There is a need to open this school as early as
August of 2000. As was discussed in an earlier meeting with City Manager Shawn Nelson, and Deputy City
Manager, Gary Thomhill, this may require an acceleration of the school site portion of the specific plan.
Lennar Communities has worked closely with the school district in establishing the location and configuration of the
school site shown in the proposed plan. The District encourages an expeditious approval of that aspect of the plan as
shown.
Sincerely,
Temecula Valley UnifiedhSchool Distr!ct
Janet Dixon .~
/C~oordinator of Facilities Services
Cc: Dave Gallaher, Director of Facilities Services
31350 Rancho Vista Road / Temecula, CA 92592 / (909) 676-2661
May31,200]
Riverside Transit Ageno7
1825 Third Sxreex
P.O. Box 59968
Riverside, CA 925t7
Phone: (909) 684-0850
F.~x: (909) 684-1007
City of Temccula
Planning Department
I met recently with Matt Fagan to discuss thc ]-Iarvcston Specific Plan. It appears that ali
attempts have bcen made to design the project in a transit-friendly maimer, including thc
open-ended clustering ofresidential unit.~. The mixed.uses in the Village Green Center
are also conducive to transit usage..
We hope to jointly design a pilot program to encourage transit usage and thc usc of other
alternatives to the single occupancy vehicle. It would be beneficial for the community to
provide transit access tn adjacent areas, such as thc Promenade Mall, middle and high
schools and local employment centers.
Please continue to keep os posted so we can maximize coordiuation of planning efforts.
Thank you/'or thc opportunity to comment on this project. ,
Pluming Dirceto-"~--~