1718 ENGLAND AVE 2016-01-01 MF Import

2. The proposal addresses the existing geological constraints of the site, including an assessment of soils and hydrology; and 3. The proposed method of construction wiil reduce erosion potential, landslide and seismic hazard potential, and will improve or not adversely affect the stability of slopes; and 4. The proposal uses construction techniques which minimize disruption of existing topography and natural vegetation; and 5. The proposal is consislent with the purposes and provisions o( ihis Ordinance; and 6. The proposal mitigates all impacts identified in the geotechiiical report; and 7. All ulilities and access roads or driveways to and wilhin the site be located so as to require the minimum amount of modification to slopes, vegetation or geologically hazardous areas. The Planning Direclor's conclusions are as follows: 1. Tl�e proposed development will not create a hazard to the subject property, su�•rounding properties or rights-of-way, erosion or sedimentation to off-site pro��erties o;•bodies of water. There was no evidence of significant slope instability during site explorations performed by NGAI. They have stated that lhere is nol a significant potential for deep-seated slope failure, and wilh proper site g�ading and drainage current conditions should remain stable on site (NGAI Pg. 5) The proposed alterations in the steep slope and steep slope buffer areas on site should not create a hazard to the subject property or to surrounding properties both public and private. With proper erosion control measures, as outlined by NGAI, there should be no off-site erosion impacts. 2. Tfie proposal addresses tlie existing geological constraints of the site, including an assessment of soils and liydrology. This project was evaluated by a geotechnical consultant prior to construction. Four borings were laken on site ranging in depth from 41.5 feet to 51.5 feet. Tlie exploralions made on sile encountered primarily sand consistent with the description of Esperance Sand. Groundwater seepage �vas not encountered in any of the four borings. NGAI has stated that the planned development is compatible with the site teatures (NGAI Pg. 5). 3. The proposed metliod of construction will reduce erosion potential, landslide and seismic hazard potential, and wil!improve or not adversely affect the stability of slopes. Strict adherence to the recommendations contained in NGAI's report prepared June 2, 2005, including Best Management Practices and Erosion Conlroi Measures, should insure minimai impacts on and of(sile. NGAI sliould be retained to evaluate grading plans, foundation bearing soil, structural fill, pavement, retaining wail drainage systems, and other site improvements as included in tlieir report dated June 2, 2005. 4. The proposal uses construction techniques which minimize disruption of existing topography and natural vegetation. The report prepared by NGAI � \ �