Environmental Assessment No. T-6352/P21-05405

Environmental Assessment No. T-6352/P21-05405

Plan Amendment-Rezone Application No. P21-05405 and Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6352 were filed by Patricia Rawlings, and Bill and Gail Misaki (Project Applicant). The Project Applicant proposes to develop a 17-lot single family residential subdivision and infrastructure in the project site. The project site is currently zoned RS-4/UGM (Single-Family Residential, Medium Low Density/Urban Growth Management) and the current planned land use designation is Medium Low Density Residential, which is intended to provide for single family residential uses. The proposed zoning is RS-5/UGM (Single-Family Residential, Medium Density) and the proposed land use is Medium Density Residential. Therefore, a rezone and General Plan amendment are required. The RS-5 zone district is intended for smaller lots and higher density single family residential. The proposed RS-5 zoning is similar to the surrounding area. The project proposes to use RS-5 zone district development standards. Sewer, water, and solid waste services will be provided by the City of Fresno. Storm drainage service is provided by Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District (FMFCD). Electric and natural gas services will be Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E.) Telephone services will be provided by AT&T and fiber/internet will be provided by Comcast. Project Characteristics The proposed project consists of infill development of a 17-lot single family residential subdivision. The proposed lots will be developed with single-family homes of similar style and architecture to the existing surrounding homes. Access, Circulation, and Parking As described above, the proposed project would develop a 17-lot single family residential subdivision providing direct access from E. Laurite Avenue (local street). The proposed project would also include attached garages and allow for additional parking on the driveways. Landscaping The proposed project would include landscaping and irrigation of the residential lots in the front yards and rear yards of each lot. Utilities and Infrastructure The project site is located in an urban area and is currently served by existing utilities, including: water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, electricity, and natural gas infrastructure. Proposed utility connections are discussed below. Water and Wastewater Water supply and wastewater services for the proposed project would be provided by the Department of Public Utilities. The proposed project would connect to existing 8-inch water main located along E. Laurite Avenue, respectively. Additionally, the proposed project would connect to eight existing 1-inch wastewater service lines located along E. Laurite Avenue. Stormwater The FMFCD would provide flood control and urban storm water services to the project site. Stormwater from the project site would be directed to E. Laurite Avenue. The existing street improvements, curb, gutter, and roadways direct stormwater runoff to existing FMFCD storm drainage facilities. Electricity and Natural Gas Electricity and natural gas services to the site are provided by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). PG&E has existing electric and gas facilities in E. Laurite Avenue. Existing underground utility connections and gas mains provide electricity and gas to the project site. The proposed project would connect to existing service lines in the vicinity of the project site. Grading and Construction Construction of the proposed project is expected to occur over a period of 10 months starting in March 2024. Site preparation would include removal of rocks, debris, and vegetation from the project site. Construction of the proposed project would comply with City standards, including the City’s current building code, landscape standards, and lighting standards. In addition, the project site would be graded like other developments throughout the City.

Fresno

Fresno

Citywide

Residential (Units 17, Acres 2.15)

General Plan Amendment, Rezone, Land Division (Subdivision, etc.)

Aesthetics, Air Quality, Cultural Resources, Geology/Soils, Tribal Cultural Resources