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Home My WebLink AboutAGENDA REPORT 1992 0226 CC SPC ITEM 06AMOORPARK 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, California 93021 (805) 529-6864 M E M O R A N D U M TO: The Honorable City Council FROM: Patrick J. Richards, Director of Community Development DATE: February 19, 1992 (CC Meeting of 2-26-92) SUBJECT: REVISIONS TO DRAFT LAND USE ELEMENT GOALS AND POLICIES Background At the City Council's meeting of February 12, 1992, the Council reviewed the Draft Land Use Element dated February 7, 1992, and directed staff to make certain revisions to the goals and policies discussion. Attached is a revised Draft Land Use Element dated February 26, 1992, which incorporates the Council's comments on the goals and policies. New language added by the Council at the February 12 meeting is shown by highlighting. Prior deletions and additions that were shown in the February 7 draft, and agreed to by the Council, have been incorporated into the text. In addition to the text changes requested by the Council at the February 12 meeting, staff has made further revisions to the Implementation section to be consistent with the revised goals and policies and has incorporated Land Use Element text changes identified in the Final Environmental Impact Report. Discussion Goals and Policies Staff has incorporated all of the minor word corrections requested by the Council. In addition, the following policies have been added or represent relocated policies in the attached draft: Policy 2.2, Policy 3.3, Policy 10.5, Policy 12.6, Policy 15.5, Policy 15.9, Policy 15.10, Policy 17.10, Policy 17.11, and Policy 17.12. Following are specific comments related to policies: At the February 12th meeting, the Council directed staff to research why Policy 2.2 (as shown in the February 7th draft) was deleted. Prior Policy 2.2 was deleted, because it did not fit under Goal 2 and because it would be very difficult to implement. It is staf f s opinion that prior Policy 2 .2 is not needed, since Policies 4.1, 4.3, 5.2, 5.3, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 11.2, 14.1, and 17.1 are all intended to reduce conflicts among industrial, commercial, residential, and agricultural land uses. PAUL W. LAWRASON JR. JOHN E. WOZNIAK SCOTT MONTGOMERY BERNARDO M. PEREZ ROY E. TALLEY JR. Mayor Mayor Pro Tern Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember The Honorable City Council February 19, 1992 Page 2 Staff was directed to look at whether two policies were needed related to adopting an amended Sphere of Influence and submitting an application to LAFCO. Staff has revised Policy 2.1 to be more general. Specific language related to submittal of an application should be in the Implementation section. Staff has revised Implementation Measure 16 which requires submittal of an application to LAFCO to amend the City's sphere of influence. Policy 3.3 was added at the request of Councilmember Perez. Policy 11.3 was revised by staff to include language supporting the use of Greenbelt Agreements. The need for Policy 17.7 was questioned at the February 12th meeting. Staff recommends leaving in Policy 17.7, because we do currently have situations where land uses of conflicting character exist side by side, such as industrial next to residential and commercial adjacent to low density residential. Policy 17.7 could be used to justify design features such as extensive landscaping, a setback buffer area, walls, etc. A request was made for a policy which encourages water utility equipment undergrounding. It is staff's opinion that Policy 17.8 already gives the Council the flexibility to mandate undergrounding of all utilities when determined feasible. A request was also made for staff to investigate whether any policies should be added related to public/institutional land uses and churches in particular. It is staff's opinion that no policies are necessary. The Zoning Code allows churches, government buildings, libraries, etc., in residential, commercial, and light industrial zones subject to approval of either a planned development or conditional use permit. Included as Attachment 2 to this staff report is a copy of the recommended economic development and employment goals and policies received from the Chamber of Commerce. Staff is requesting at this time that the City Council continue any discussion of the Chamber of Commerce suggested goals and policies until the next General Plan meeting. Staff has reviewed the proposal but didn't have sufficient time to make recommendations for including parts of their proposal. Implementation Staff has made additional revisions to the Implementation section, to be consistent with the revised Goals and Policies section, and to incorporate language changes identified in the Final Environmental Impact Report. It is important to note that there are mitigation measures which should be included in the Implementation section. Staff has not yet had the opportunity to incorporate these changes. Development of a mitigation monitoring program will assist in identifying those mitigation measures which should be included in the Implementation section. The Honorable City Council February 19, 1992 Page 3 The mitigation monitoring program must be adopted at the same time that the Council adopts the CEQA findings for the project (general plan amendments and zone changes). For the Council's information, the City's current contract with PBR does not require them to prepare the mitigation monitoring program, findings, or statement of overriding considerations. Land Use Classifications On page 20 of the attached Draft Land Use Element, the proposed residential density discussion was revised based on the City Attorney's comments. When a developer agrees to construct lower income or senior housing consistent with the State Density Bonus Law, a developer is entitled to a density bonus of at least 25 percent over the otherwise maximum allowable residential density under the applicable zoning ordinance and land use element. The October 1991 Draft Land Use Element included a density range, and the "target" density was not the maximum allowable density within that range. The maximum density could have been interpreted as the high end of the range. Therefore, as previously written, a developer could have argued that the density bonus should be 25 percent of the highest density allowed within a given range. Staff has rewritten the Residential Density discussion to eliminate the range. A maximum density and density limit, if a density bonus is approved, are now shown in Table 2. A developer would only be able to request a density bonus if very low, lower, or senior housing is provided consistent with the State Density Bonus law. The density limit is shown as being higher than 25 percent for the Low, Medium Low, Medium, High, and Very High residential designations to allow the City the flexibility to approve more than a 25 percent density bonus if justified. Specific Plan Designation The City Council may want to consider adding additional language under the Public Services/Infrastructure heading for each of the Specific Plans' descriptions similar to the following: An evaluation will be conducted during the development of this specific plan regarding required land use set -asides and financing for schools and community services such as fire stations and libraries. Land for schools shall be reserved according to the acreage designated on the Land Use Plan unless otherwise determined by the City Council at the time of specific plan preparation. The Council may also want to consider adding a Parks discussion section for each of the Specific Plans' descriptions similar to the following: Parks - An evaluation will be conducted during the development of this specific plan to identify required park land dedication consistent with the City Municipal Code and General Plan requirements. The Honorable City Council February 19, 1992 Page 4 General Plan/Zoning Compatibility Matrix Quasi -Public needs to be deleted under Land Use Plan Map Designations, and the zoning compatibility under the Public designation needs to be revised to correctly identify all of the zones where public facilities are allowed. Glossary At the February 12 meeting, the Council discussed the need for a glossary or definitions section. Developing specific definitions for words and phrases would restrict interpretation. Staff needs further direction from the Council on whether a glossary section should be prepared. Recommendation 1. Review revised Draft Land Use Element Goals and Policies discussion. 2. Continue discussion of needed revisions to Draft Land Use Element. 3. Review goals and policies in revised Draft Circulation Element dated February 10, 1992. Attachments: 1. Draft Land Use Element dated February 26, 1992 2. Economic Development and Employment Goals and Policies PJR/DST CITY OF MOORPARK GENERAL PLAN DRAFT LAND USE ELEMENT Prepared for: CITY OF MOORPARK Prepared by: PBR 18012 Sky Park Circle Irvine, California 92714 0 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS City Council Mayor Paul W. Lawrason, Jr. Mayor Pro Tem John E. Wozniak Council Member Scott Montgomery Council Member Bernardo Perez Council Member Roy Talley, Jr. Former Council Member Eloise Brown Former Council Member Clinton Harper Planning Commission Chairman Michael Wesner, Jr. Vice Chairman John Torres Commissioner Barton Miller Commissioner Steve Brodsky Commissioner Christina May Former Commissioner Glen Schmidt Former Commissioner Bill Lanahan Former Commissioner Michael Scullin City Staff Steven Kueny, City Manager Patrick Richards, Director of Community Development Deborah Traffenstedt, Senior Planner Craig Malin, Assistant Planner TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Statutory Requirements 1.2 Overview 2.0 OVERVIEW OF EXISTING CONDITIONS 2.1 Existing Land Use (City Area) 2.2 Existing Land Use (Unincorporated Area) 3.0 COMMUNITY ISSUES 4.0 GOALS AND POLICIES 5.0 LAND USE ASSUMPTIONS/DESIGNATIONS 5.1 Land Use Classifications 5.2 Specific Plan Designation 6.0 LAND USE PLAN STATISTICAL SUMMARY 7.0 IMPLEMENTATION APPENDIX A Page No. 3 3 5 6 24 40 43 49 i LIST OF EXHIBITS Follows Exhibit No. Title PaW No. 1 Valley Floor 2 Downtown and Town Center 3 Land Use Plan (City Area) 4 Planning Area Land Use Plan (Unincorporated Area)* 5 Visual Horizon Lines General Plan/Zoning Compatibility Matrix * All exhibits are located in the back of this document ii LIST OF TABLES Table No. Title 1 City of Moorpark Land Use Inventory 2 Residential Land Use Designations 3 Land Use Plan - Statistical Summary Page No. 3 20 41 iii 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS State of California Planning and Zoning Law requires that a land use element be prepared as part of a general plan as follows: Government Code Section 65302(a): A land use element which designates the proposed general distribution and general location and extent of the uses of the land for housing, business, industry, open space, including agriculture, natural resources, recreation, and enjoyment of scenic beauty, education, public buildings and grounds, solid and liquid waste disposal facilities, and other categories of public and private uses of land. The land use element shall include a statement of the standards of population density and building intensity recommended for the various districts and other territory covered by the plan. The land use element shall also identify areas covered by the plan which are subject to flooding and shall be reviewed annually with respect to such areas. Effectively, the land use element has the broadest scope of the elements required by the state. Since it regulates how land is to be utilized, it integrates and synthesizes most of the issues and policies contained in all other plan elements. Throughout the General Plan Update process, the City of Moorpark held a series of regularly scheduled public workshops to provide public input in identifying the specific issues and goals of the community for the city's overall planning area which includes the area within existing city limits and the area of unincorporated land immediately surrounding the city. Land use designations for the overall planning area are identified on the two Land Use Plan maps included in the back of this document. Exhibit 3 indicates land use designations within existing city limits and Exhibit 4 indicates land use designations for the unincorporated areas immediately surrounding the city. 1.2 OVERVIEW The Moorpark community was notable originally for its agriculture and historical character. However, as a function of regional growth trends, low land costs, and Moorpark's proximity to employment centers in the Los Angeles area, recent development pressure has resulted in the urbanization of much of the city's large open space area and agricultural lands. While under urbanizing pressure, the city has maintained a low -profile suburban rural character by continuing a pattern of low density, single family housing in a setting of surrounding rolling hillsides. The majority of the city's development has occurred in the low- lying valley floor areas generally surrounding the Arroyo Simi. The valley floor area is illustrated in Exhibit 1. 1 Moorpark's town center is concentrated along Moorpark Avenue, north of High Street and consists of community uses such as city office buildings, the civic center, the library, park areas, etc. Along High Street, Moorpark's older downtown area is comprised of a variety of commercial -serving uses characterized by a conglomerate of styles, character, and images that are historically based. The specific location of Moorpark's town center and downtown area are shown in Exhibit 2. Most of the hillside areas surrounding the urbanized areas of the city and in the unincorporated planning area, remain primarily in agricultural and open space use. Generally, Moorpark is characterized as a bedroom community with the majority of Moorpark residents employed outside of Ventura County. F 2.0 OVERVIEW OF EXISTING CONDITIONS 2.1 EXISTING LAND USE (CITY AREA) An Existing Conditions report was prepared for the City of Moorpark in May 1990 in order to identify land use trends, potential land use incompatibilities and conflicts, community planning opportuni- ties, and to serve as a basis for projecting future growth and change within the city. The report indicates that for January 1990, there were approximately 7,797 residential dwelling units with a total city population of 26,054.1 A comprehensive survey of city land uses was completed in November 1989 and is summarized in Table 1. Table 1 City of Moorpark LAND USE INVENTORY December 13, 1989 Approximate Percent of Land Uses Acres Total Acres Low Density Residential 1,700 21.3 High Density Residential 144 2.0 Commercial 54 .6 Office 12 .1 Industrial 349 4.4 Public/Quasi Public 297 4.0 Park 52 .6 Agriculture 45 .7 Vacant* 4,934 62.2 Right -of -Way 329 4.1 TOTAL 7,920 100.0 *Note: The vacant land use category includes approxi- mately 858 acres which are approved for devel- opment, but have not necessarily been con- structed. Residential uses comprise the major urbanized land use within the city (23 percent). Moorpark has been in the midst of a major home construction boom since the late 1970s which accelerated after the city's incorporation in 1983. From 1985 to 1990, Moorpark has been one of the fastest growing cities in Ventura County, with a 61 percent population growth rate. This rate exceeds that of surrounding cities, including Ventura, Thousand Oaks and Simi Valley. However, Moorpark's growth rate is expected to be reduced considerably in the 1990s due to the implementation of the city's 1 State Department of Finance, 1990 Population and Housing estimates. 3 Measure F growth control ordinance, adopted in 1986. This ordinance limits residential development to 270 units per year between the years 1989-1994. Commercial, office and industrial uses combined, on the other hand, comprise less than six percent of city land uses. Demand is limited for these uses due to locational factors such as the lack of a major commercial corridor in the city, lack of freeway frontage/access and the need for regional accessibility. Agricultural lands occupy less than one percent of the city's land use and consist mostly of row crops and orchards. These lands are surrounded by developed areas and are predominantly planned for urban uses. Approximately 142.5 acres within the city are neighborhood and community park lands. Forty-five of these dedicated acres are improved recreation areas. Some school facilities also serve community recreation needs. Existing and proposed regional facilities in the surrounding area contribute to community recreation opportunities and include Happy Camp Park, and Oak Park. The majority of land within the city falls in the vacant category (62%); however, much of this acreage has been approved for development or is currently under construction. Pressure to urbanize the remaining undeveloped areas is likely to continue, underscoring the need for cohesive city policies and logical planning principles to direct future growth. A redevelopment plan has also been adopted for the city which identifies a redevelopment project area that includes approximately 16 percent of the total city area. The primary objectives of this plan are to prevent the spread of urban blight, increase sales tax revenues, create employment opportunities, improve infrastructure and provide greater levels of social and economic viability. Moorpark's central business district is included within the city's redevelopment project area. Recent urbanization, has degraded much of the central business district's historical sense of place and concentration of uses. However, city studies have indicated the opportunity to restore and enhance the utility of this area through revitalization of existing open space and historical buildings. Many public services in the city are provided by Ventura County agencies, i.e., water, wastewater, library, and fire. Solid waste collection service is provided by a private contractor. Generally, the current level of service provided for water, wastewater and solid waste collection is considered adequate for the existing community. 4 2.2 EXISTING LAND USE (UNINCORPORATED AREA) Outside of the city limits, within the city's overall planning area, land uses are primarily rural in nature and include agricul- ture, grazing, mineral extraction, regional park uses, and some residential estate lots. A description of the existing land uses for the unincorporated lands surrounding the city is provided below: Happy Camp Regional Park is located immediately north of the city limits. Approximately 290 acres of this facility are located within the city's unincorporated planning area. North of the city limits and west of Happy Camp Regional Park the terrain is primarily rolling hillsides occupied by citrus and avocado groves with some livestock grazing uses and large residential lots. A sand and gravel quarry operation is also located in the northern- most reaches of the study area boundary. To the west of the city limits and north of Los Angeles Avenue, the terrain varies from level areas of the valley floor to rolling hillsides. These areas are primarily occupied by agricultural and livestock grazing land uses. South of Los Angeles Avenue, the terrain includes flatlands (on the valley floor adjacent to the Arroyo Simi), and gently sloping hillside areas. Most of the area is occupied by agricultural row crop uses. Adjacent and southwest of the city limits are the residential uses within Moorpark Home Acres, which are not included as a part of the city's overall planning area. Immediately south of the city limits, rolling hillsides form a backdrop to the community. Some residential estates exist in this area, but are generally not visible from the Moorpark community. The Tierra Rejada Greenbelt, an area preserved for agricultural and open space uses, is located south and southeast of the city limits. East of the city limits and north of Tierra Rejada Road, the terrain varies from dominant hillsides and steeply sloping topography, to flatter areas adjacent to portions of the Arroyo Simi. A number of oak tree stands exist in the drainage courses of the hillside areas. The hillsides of this area represent a visually prominent landform, visible from various points within the community. North of the city and east of Happy Camp Regional Park, the terrain is characterized by prominent hillsides, steeply sloping areas and some oak tree stands. Current uses include scattered agriculture and some livestock grazing uses. The future development of lands surrounding the city boundary require that adequate public services and infrastructure be extended to these areas in conjunction with or prior to approval of any development proposals. 5 3.0 COMMUNITY ISSUES "Issues" are defined as important community matters or problems that have been identified in the General Plan Update process and are addressed within the goals, policies and implementation measures of this document. Land Use Mix Moorpark is characterized as primarily a bedroom community with a large number of commuter residents. Achieving a more balanced Moorpark community growth pattern relies on land use diversity which includes greater amounts of industrial, office and commercial uses. Intermixing of land uses has resulted in some compatibility issues primarily related to residential uses located adjacent to industrial, agricultural and public facility uses in the community. Related issues include: Limited commercial and office demand due to Moorpark's location away from major urban centers, and lack of major commercial corridor and freeway frontage. Increasing the community employment base and thereby increasing the community jobs/housing ratio. Maintaining the community's suburban rural character as growth occurs. Entryways to the community and its commercial areas are congested and disoriented. Existing residential uses adjacent to industrial uses. Redevelopment Recently, the community's primary focus of the 1,217 acre redevelopment project area has been Moorpark's older central business district. The city seeks to recapture and promote the downtown's small town character while maintaining its existing historical elements. Specific issues include: Attracting new businesses and customers to downtown Moorpark. Coordinated development with Southern Pacific Railroad Company. Rehabilitation/protection of existing residential neighborhood and historical elements in the downtown. Undergrounding of public utility lines. Natural Features As development continues in the outlying areas of the community, more of the natural resources are endangered by pressure to urbanize. These resources include agricultural lands, visually prominent horizon lines and hillside areas, oak tree groves, floodways, drainages and rock quarry uses. Specific issues include: 0 Appropriate development standards for steeply sloping hillsides and visually prominent horizon lines. Developing a stricter ordinance which provides more protection for mature trees as well as sensitive species of trees. Identifying appropriate uses and improvement areas for the Arroyo Simi Floodway. Open space maintenance, improvements and liability costs. Public Services Generally, public service issues involve maintaining adequate levels of service in the community as growth occurs. Continued development will create significant demands for both new infra- structure and improvements to existing service systems. Specific issues involve: Ensuring public service/infrastructure improvements such as water and sewer line extensions, wastewater treatment plant capacity, utility and flood control improvements; increasing solid waste. School, police, fire, library, and traffic control services to support new individual projects and projected community growth. Minimizing public service/infrastructure costs due to frag- mented and over -extended development patterns. Coordinating the development of public service master plans with the updated Moorpark Land Use Plan. Regional Plans Regional planning issues are addressed in the County of Ventura's various regional planning programs such as the Air Quality Management Plan, the 208 Areawide Water Management Plan and the Subregional Transportation Plan. These planning programs have been developed and updated in coordination with the Countywide Planning Program (CPP), an advisory committee comprised of approximately 70 members including representatives of county and city planning staff, environmental interest groups, building interests, utilities agencies, and numerous other interest groups. Specific issues involve: Monitoring community growth rates to maintain consistency with county adopted population forecasts for Moorpark's growth and non -growth areas. Maintaining consistency with components of Countywide Planning Program including the Air Quality Management Plan, the 208 Areawide Water Management Plan and the Subregional Transporta- tion Plan. Coordinating future updates and revisions of the Countywide Planning Program components with the Updated Moorpark Land Use Plan. 4.0 LAND USE GOALS AND POLICIES The goals and policies of the General Plan function as a hierarchy and provide the basis for decision making regarding the city's long-term physical development. The distinction between goals and policies and the purpose of each within the City of Moorpark General Plan is discussed below. Goals A goal is a , therefere statement of >>:'sa'?> qualitydesired b the ai rt Goals are expressed an ideal future state or condition desired within the community and set the direction of future development. Goals are generally not quantifiable, time - dependent or suggestive of specific actions forte achievement. Policies A policy is an action -oriented statement designed to achieve a specific state. A policy is a clear and unambiguous statement that guides day-to-day decision making regarding future development. Policies are effectuated by implementation measures or programs which are included in Section 7.0 of this document. The following Goals and Policies have been formulated in order to respond to several criteria, including: community issues: important community matters that have been identified in the General Plan Update process. opportunities and constraints: identification of community planning policy opportunities and constraints serving as a basis for projecting future growth and change within the city. relevant plans/data collection: research and review of pertinent data and related community plans and documenta- tion, i.e., existing General Plan, Downtown Study, Redevelopment Plan, Regional Plans. With the above criteria serving as the framework for establishing planning policy, the Land Use Element Goals and Policies focus on the following primary concerns: GROWTH AND POPULATION Goal 1: Attain a balanced city growth pattern which includes a full mix of land uses. Policy 1.1: New development and redevelopment shall be orderly with respect to location, timing, and density/ intensity; consistent with the provision of local public services and facilities; and compatible with the overall suburban rural community character. Policy 1.2: Every five years the city's land use inventory shall be reviewed and, if necessary, the land use element shall be modified to ensure that general plan policies are being adhered to and to provide an adequate up-to-date data base for continuing development considerations. Policy 1.3: New residential development shall be consistent with city -adopted growth ordinance policies. Policy 1. 4 : The rate and distri-buren of new development and redevelopment shall be coordinated so that net ............................................................ adversely iFavaet the existing and r e «< a *t Policy 1.5: A comprehensive planning approach for undeveloped areas of the community shall be followed, to prevent disjointed, incremental expansion of development. GOAL 2 : Establish a logical t'< i t . Peliey 2.1t. Based upen study ef the planning area, adept an amended sphere—erinfluenee—€er- the -wit-ef meegg runic in ee•eperatleir-w=th adjacentt eities-and the--Eeenyef Ventura and submit to - the -Leea_ RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT GOAL 3: Provide a variety of housing types and opportuni- ties for all economic segments of the community. Policy 3.1: A mix of residential densities shall be provided which accommodates the housing needs of all members of the community. Policy 3.2: Residential projects shall include variation of residential product types, lot sizes, and desianss GOAL 4: Promote upgrading and maintenance of existing housing. Policy 4.1: The residential character of identifiable..neigh- ............ borhoods shall be maintained by requiring adai3l ze''€ evelopment to have compatible architectural design, landscape, ;ay` color and materials, building setbacks and building heights. Policy 4.:: Existing neighborhoods shall be protected and preserved in order to maintain their character and 4Eyr . Policy 4.:: The City shall avoid displacement of conforming residential uses. GOAL 5: Develop new residential housing which is compatible with the character of existing individual neighborhoods and minimizes land use incompatibility. Policy 5.1: Multiple -family dwellings shall be developed in close proximity to employment opportunities, shopping areas, public parks, and transit lines, with careful consideration of the proximity to and compatibility with single-family neighborhoods. Policy 5.2: Infill development in existing residential neigh- borhoods shall be compatible with the scale and character of the surrounding neighborhood. Pol icy 5.3: Y �ped�d��r �xafr�xa.�. ��ge�a�.a,ca� �u��er areas shall be provided around and within residential projects to minimize land use conflicts and privacy impacts. SPECIFIC PLAN AREAS GOAL 6: Encourage the use of Specific Plans in the undeveloped areas of the community. 10 Policy 6.1: Specific Plans shall be utilized as an effe.,t ve a tool for implementation of General Plan policies and priorities for larger land areas. The intent of each Specific Plan is to achieve a long-term cohesive development program which is responsive to the physical and economic opportunities and con- straints of each individual Specific Plan area. Policy 6.2: The ultimate land uses, design guidelines, develop- ment standards, infrastructure and phasing require- ments adopted for any given Specific Plan shall be consistent with the General Plan text discussion (see Section 5.2) of the type, location and intensity of use determined appropriate for each Specific Plan area. Policy 6.3: Where the City finds it appropriate to consider development permit requests for individual parcels within "multiple ownership" Specific Plan areas prior to the adoption of a Specific Plan, the permit request shall be based upon the General Plan overlay designation as shown on the land use plan. The overlay designation is intended to reflect a level of intensity and types of uses that are appropriate to occur in the absence of an overall Specific Plan. Said individual requests shall be consistent with the General Plan text (see Section 5.1) discussion of the type, location and intensity of use determined appropriate for the General Plan overlay designation assigned to each multiple ownership Specific Plan area. Areas within the City's proposed sphere of influence that are proposed to be annexed into the city limits shall not be exempted from a Specific Plan requirement. Policy 6.4: Development intensity and density should decrease as distance from arterials and commercial shopping areas increases. Policy 6.5: The land use plan shall include adequate land for public recreational, cultural, educational, insti- tutional (governmental, police, fire, etc.), religious and other service uses for the community. COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT GOAL 7: Provide for a variety of commercial facilities which serve community residents and meet regional needs. Policy 7.1: Commercial development should be clustered in compact areas, rather than extended along streets and highways (i.e., strip commercial development). 11 GOAL 8: Provide for new commercial development which is compatible with surrounding land uses. Policy 8.1: New commercial uses shall be compatible scale and character with all adjacent meta uses. Policy 8.2: Commercial development shall incorporate design features such as walls, landscaping and setbacks, and include height and lighting restrictions so as to minimize adverse impacts p adjacent uses Afi Policy 8.3: Automobile and truck access to commercial proper- ties shall be located so as to minimize impacts to adjacent uses. GOAL 9: Promote the revitalization of the downtown ....................... commercial core (Moorpark Avenue area,ial t .......................:::...... .::::f:::::::::::. ':. ;r.' :..:::.;':::. v.ii:iiiiii: '::.;:.:::.:.;': c:..ii::........: :: .iiiii::......... ::.........�.....': a: €t ac:>:<:>t:::>:>:: ::::>::::: 2t+ au and Hi Street). Policy 9.1: The visual character of the downtown commercial ................... core s be strengthened in order to attract a variety of commercial uses and to promote the economic viability of downtown Moorpark. Policy 9.2: The low-rise scale of the downtown commercial core should be maintained. Policy 9.3: The establishment of a community meeting/ marketplace in the downtown core lt` be promoted. ................... ................... ................... Policy 9.4: A comprehensive plan for the downtown commercial ................:: core, . 1. promote new commercial infill areas, park or recreational opportunities, public parking, and a potential multimodal transportation center. ................... Policy 9.5: The civic center remain in the downtown area ................... .................. to encourage the re . vitalization of downtown. 12 .............. Policy 9.6: Public spaces and services .....11 be maintained to create an aesthetically and functionally welcoming environment. Policy 9.7: An integrated architectural theme should be used in the redevelopment of existing or development of new commercial buildings. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT GOAL 10: Encourage a diversity of industrial uses which are located and designed in a compatible manner with surrounding land uses. Policy 10.1: New industrial development should be located adja- cent to existing industrial uses and along major transportation corridors. Policy 10.2: Industrial uses shall incorporate design features, such as screen walls, landscaping and setbacks, and include height and lighting restrictions, so as to minimize adverse impacts rzx adjacent usesW arr ............... Policy 10.3: Industrial a shall be well maintained to enhance ............... ............... the visual characteristics of the area. Policy 10.4: Industries .................................. AGRICULTURE GOAL 11: Policy 11.1: yc3ri<;r3etw13mlocal, regional, and state a r...ari. water pollution control goals and standards should be encouraged to locate within the City. Identify and encourage the preservation of viable agricultural resources in the City and its Area of Interest. or iaentitiea as Prime Policy 11.2: When new residential development is adjacent to existing agricultural uses, a 200-foot minimum width setback shall be provided to minimize com- patibility conflicts. sueh as these resulting fe pestleide and fertilizer applieatiefiS. 13 Policy 11.3: Agricultural uses in buffer areas between Moorpark and adjacent communities shall be encouraged, � t PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES GOAL 12: Ensure that a full range of public facilities and services are provided to meet the needs of the community. Policy 12.1 Development shall be permitted only when adequate public facilities and services are available or be provided a 7 i _ a d6d . Policy 12.2: Efficient and equitable delivery of urban services shall be ensured by the development of capital improvement plans for urban services which 1) identify existing and future (general plan buildout) needs; 2) establish a phasing plan for providing new urban services commensurate with needs generated by existing and future development; 3) assure that financing is available to provide adequate necessary facilities and services prior to approval of any project which would exceed the capacity or significantly reduce the quality of existing services. Policy 12.3: ................................. The city shall tip with the County of Ventura and other appropriate agencies in the siting of any ::<.>:. future landfill r the han""'h�z$rdou F w ste ............:.:.:.::.::::....:..::.:....:.:::::...:::: facilit............................................................................................................ ps c Y. Policy 12.4: New residential development shall include adequate public and private open space and recreational uses to serve residential neighborhoods. Policy 12.5: The city's parkland De current 1,000 X standard of five acres of Se?c33, shall be maintained consistent with the ................................................................... City's Open Space and Recreation Element to ensure that adequate passive/ active parkland is provided in conjunction with future infill, redevelopment, and new development projects. Policy 12..: Where feasible, shared use programs between public and private service and facility providers shall be encouraged. 14 Policy 12.8' Any proposed project shall be required to contribute its fair share of the cost of providing adequate public services and facilities. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT GOAL 13: Achieve a well-balanced and diversified economy within the city which provides a variety of economic and employment opportunities. Policy 13.1: A balanced job/housing ratio should be encouraged. Policy 13.2: New commercial and industrial uses which will generate long-term employment opportunities and diversify the community's employment base shall be encouraged. PRESERVATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY GOAL 14: Establish land uses and development intensities which are compatible with scenic and natural .................................. .................................. resources and which ua:± environmental .:::.re err en . _.... . ...:.. ... Policy 14.1: New development shall be located and designed to minimize adverse visual and/or environmental impacts to the community. .................................. Policy 14.2: New development shall respect,e with, and :.......;;:..... complement the natural features of the'and. Policy 14.3: New development shall not contribute to or cause ......................................... ......................................... hazardous conditions r�r'�nd . Polio 1 4.4 : Y ...................................................................................... The flt�od ` i 3 ..... s itti area ad ' acent to the Arroyo Simi floodway. shall be preserved and enhanced as an important natural and scenic feature of the community. Policy 14.5: Compatible open space/recreational uses of the Arroyo Simi floodway should be encouraged which are consistent with the provisions of the Federal Emergency Management Agency for floodway uses. Policy 14.6: Areas identified as significant aquifer recharge areas re s GOAL 15: Maintain a high quality environment that con- tributes to and enhances the quality of life and protects public health, safety and welfare. Policy 15.1: Public & private projects shall be designed so that significant vegetation shall be maintained and protected, including riparian and oak woodland vegetation and mature trees (as defined in the City Code). 15 Policy 15.2: Ecologically sensitive habitats shall be protected and reserved P.................:::::::.P:::.:...............:..::::::::::::::::::::::::::...... ::.:. ...................I........................................................................................................................................ _. _ `::a"bi:tat so long as there is substantial public benefit to any relocation program. Policy 15.3: Natural and cultural resources having significant educational, scientific, scenic, recreational or social value shall be protected and preserved. Policy 15.4: Development which will not result in a negative impact on air quality shall be encouraged in order to maintain and enhance air quality for the health and well-being of city residents. Policy 15.5: Fa nt Plan siting --iteria_ Policy 15.6: Commercial, industrial and manufacturing uses shall }:':e£[t implement reuse reduction and :::::::. .;;;:. .*...;...... P ..... i"::4:........................................................ .::.::.::::.;;::.;:..... recvcIina* Aroarams e ahs::%s:t€sntr Policy 15.7: Efficient/effective siting, operation and mainte- nance of sanitation facilities shall be encouraged to minimize offensive odors and discharges from the sanitation plant. Policy 15.8: Development in significant ... hazard areas, which ........................................... cannot be mitigated without1:g; signifi- cant adverse environmental.:..:s, be prohibited. ....................... :........ COMMUNITY APPEARANCE GOAL 16: Enhance and maintain the suburban/rural identity of the community. 16 Policy 16.1: For each existing neighborhood the overall theme(s) and character shall be maintained or enhanced. Redevelopment and/or infill projects shall be consistent with the theme and character of the area. Policy 16.2: Hillside development standards shall be adopted which restrict grading on slopes greater than 20 percent and which encourage the preservation of visual horizon lines and significant hillsides as prominent visual features. (Conceptual Horizon Lines are shown on Exhibit 5, located at the back of this document.) Policy 16.3: The overall density and intensity of development should decrease as the slope increases. e-� she greyer than ten peEeent Policy 16.4: New residential development should complement the overall community character of the city, establish a sense of place, and ensure compatibility with important existing local community identities. GOAL 17: Enhance the physical and visual image of the community. Policy 17.1: New development shall be compatible with the scale and visual character of the surrounding neighbor- hood. Policy 17.2: Identifiable entryways for the overall community, and unique or principal business/commercial districts of the city (i.e., city core and transportation corridors) should be encouraged. Policy 17.3: Design standards should be established for city entryways on the south ( <:: 3:;:;aid::; T: +�r��:;;:; �� j,ad' east R- Q d 5 118 freewa Nea€ri'>:ile;e north Walnut Can on Road :.;;:;;;:.;n.;;:.;:) ( Y and"future 5R-Z3 extension), and west (Los Angeles Avenue), which encourage landscape setbacks, sign monumentation and other special design treatments to enhance gateways to the city. Policy 17.4: Design concepts should be established for the overall community and for special treatment areas, such as the downtown district, which may include guidelines for architecture, landscape archi- tecture, signage, streetscape, and infrastructure. Policy 17.5: New development should incorporate a variety of landscape architecture themes and techniques to help organize and delineate land uses and to enhance the overall visual quality of the city. 17 ana surrounding uses. Policy 17.7: Design features which provide visual relief and separation shall be required between land uses of conflicting character. Policy 17.8: Undergrounding of utilities shall be required in conjunction with development projects whenever feasible. Policy 17.9: Visual impacts of above -grade utility structures, such as water storage tanks, water check valve, electric and telephone boxes, etc., shall be mini- mized through use of landscaping, materials, and colors that blend with the environment. GOAL 18: Provide for and promote the revitalization of visually degraded landscaping, building facades and deteriorated buildings in the community. Policy 18.1: All downtown area revitalization efforts shall pre- serve, as appropriate, a historic theme reflective of the community's origins. Peliey 18.2: B aeurage the —establishment e# a design pregr ( see 17.10) feE speelal tEeatfteftt areas, sue as the dewntewn aEea Policy 18.:: The established redevelopment authority shall be used to - provide for the revitalization of the downtown area. Policy 18.: The creation of both residential and commercial historic districts, and the upgrading of historic structures should be encouraged. 5.0 LAND USE PLAN ASSUMPTIONS/DESIGNATIONS 5.1 LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS In accordance with the State General Plan Guidelines, the Land Use Element designates the amount, location, distribution density, and intensity of each land use proposed. The following section describes the intent of each of the land use categories identified for the city's entire planning area and shown on Exhibits 3 and 4. Residential Density wee Residential density ranges _}_re--previded ferfive-ef the seven residential land orse—eategeries as —shown in Table-z be-lew �i each of the residential land use classifications listed in Table,X the maximum density for new development shall be the density shown in Column A. The City Council may approve indieates an allewable range ef—develepment density. Emeept f er speelal ems - =---tie, , The faaxifa ^' a, , eiyable—deyelepment density permittedii:ithin 19 Table 2. - _ RESIDENTTiAT. LAND USE DESI........ __. ......_. Res ldentiai Des�anat on A. axiruu iten5ity* B Density. Limit*> • and !ewer- Enenurage ineerfle heusehelds; aff-r .b- ie fe a ----si -r -s- -g targeted --1 • the the- -needs -ef sealer citizens and ef eei�munity wide andie value. , and, with theme and-fieeatien efthe -preyeel-and with the p --F-- - wide -amenities -ine-lude, but are fief limited to :- Generally, -a -density bens be +e may develepment-wee# their awarded allow residential emeeels -gem density of eaek--residential -density up to the average - Where eategery. amenities and/er €erdab le-heus ing emeegt=enal publie is-previded-by af density eaesFflay be to a-g=ej eet , a develepment granted ailew wnreh emeeeds the 20 LAND USE CATEGORIES RL - Rural Low Residential (1 dwelling unit per 5-acre minimum) This designation is intended to allow limited development of residential estate lots on minimum five -acre lots or using clustering techniques for areas characterized by significant site constraints, (rugged topography, steep slopes, lack of services, limited access, etc.), or areas of important visual and natural resources. RH - Rural High Residential (1 dwelling unit per 1-acre minimum) This designation is intended for residential development in areas containing some development constraint features such as, rugged topography, significant natural or visual resources, limited access, etc. Residential uses are characterized by rural large estate lots or clustered single family homes, with significant permanent open space area, consistent with the constraints of the land. L - Low Density Residential (1.0 1.9 dwelling unites per acre) This designation is intended for residential development characterized by either single family homes on half acre lots or larger, or by clustered single family homes which are responsible to the natural terrain and minimize grading requirements. ML - Medium Low Density Residential (2.0 2.4 dwelling units per acre) This designation is intended for single family residential development either in standard subdivision form or using clustering techniques to minimize grading and to conserve slopes of twenty percent or greater.. M - Medium Density Residential (3.0 --4.9 dwelling units per acre) This designation is intended for residential development characterized by single family homes in standard subdivision form or innovative designs which utilize clustering, zero lot line, or planned development features. This designation covers a signifi- cant portion of the residential acreage in the city and usually occupies areas of generally level topography. H - High Density Residential (5.0 9.9 dwelling units per acre) This designation is intended for a wide range of residential development types including attached and detached single family units .at the lower end of the density range and multiple family attached units at the higher end of the density range. Areas develeped under this designation should exhibit adequate and convenient access to local collector streets and be conveniently serviced by neighborhood commercial and recreational facilities. 21 .............. .:.. . VH - Very High Density Residential (10.0— 20 dwelling units per acre) This designation is intended fol characterized at the lower end of th+ family attached units and at the upper apartment and condominium buildings. category utilize innovative site recreational amenities and be located community facilities, business center! residential development density range by multiple end of the density range by It is intended that this planning, provide onsite in close proximity to major and major arterials. SP - Specific Plan This designation allows for the preparation of a specific plan as described in detail in 24 Sian 5 +. aid Apnd x . C-1 - Neighborhood Commercial (.25 FAR)Z This designation includes neighborhood shopping centers (approxi- mately 1-5 acres) which provide a limited range of retail goods and services required by residents in the immediate vicinity. It encourages consolidated shopping opportunities including, personal services, convenience stores, eating and drinking establishments, gas stations, banks and other neighborhood serving uses. C-2 - General Commercial (.25 FAR) This designation provides for commercial areas with a wide range of retail and service activities (6-20 acres). Intended uses include community shopping centers, department stores, restaurants, automotive uses, office and professional services, and business support services. This designation encourages the grouping of commercial outlets into consolidated centers with direct access to major roads, arterials and/or freeways. Rallread aiid—se•,th High . Street. of industrial faellities this E cisZ'-ing ce-ne-e a! and leeatiefi within G 1 designatlen. Heweyer. are eensistent with t is ef-eiisting industrialuses eels prehibited. be rep ..b , : tatedreplaeed by industrial EmistiTg industrial use fftr , land use deslg-natlen but mayet uses-eenforming te-the 1 be .r_ ' a a I-1 - Light Industrial (.38 FAR) This designation is intended to provide for a variety of industrial uses within the city. Suitable uses include light industrial service, technical research and business office use in a business ark context- ee>� t^ P The M-1, limited industrial, zonie as identified in the city's Zoning Ordinance:';':.: ' s Qns t+ ntWith the- 1 iss anati� . 2 Floor Area Ratio (FAR.) is the maximum percentage of buildable area defined by the ratio of gross floor area (not including parking structures) within a structure to the total project site. 22 ::... .....::::..:::.:::.:::.....:,,; :.:..;::..::..:. ;:: I-2 - Medium Industrial (.38 FAR) This designation is intended to provide for intensive industrial uses including light manufacturing, processing, fabrication and other non -hazardous industrial uses,- eensistent with The M-2'+!, Medium Industrial Zone of r <as . den fied . in the city' s Zoning Ordinance, ig conitnt withth I �` designation. AG1 - Agriculture 1 (1 dwelling unit per 10-40 acre minimum) This designation applies to viable agriculture uses located near urban growth areas of the city. AG2 - Agriculture 2 (1 dwelling unit per 40-acre minimum) This designation is intended for large parcels of agricultural use located in rural areas, with appropriate buffers in proximity to adjacent urban areas. OS1 - Open Space 1 (1 dwelling unit per 10-40 acre minimum) This designation identifies those open space lands which contain various development constraints such as slope gradient, soil and geotechnical hazards, plus other environmental concerns, access, and availability of public services. A mineral resource production overlay designation is provided for significant mineral resource deposits as identified by the California Department of Conservation Division of Mines and Geology. OS2 - Open Space 2 (1 dwelling unit per 40-acre minimum) This designation identifies permanent open space areas which function to preserve visual resources and natural areas, buffer communities and provide relief from noise and crowding of urban development, maintain environmentally hazardous areas, etc. P - Park This designation identifies neighborhood, community and regional park facilities in the community. Implementation of the city's park development standards provide for balanced recreational facilities throughout the community. S - Schools Public school sites of all levels, elementary through high school, as well as the Moorpark College facility are all identified by this classification. U - Utilit This designation identifies major public utility facilities. 23 .............. PUB - Public/Institutional This designation identifies public facilities, including: ....................... government buildings, libraries, fire stations, non-profit arganization.buildingsand community service centers but excludes jail facilities. FLDWY - Floodway This designation identifies the floodway of the Arroyo Simi as identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Habitable structures are prohibited. FRWY-R/W - Freeway Right -of -Way This designation identifies the existing and portions of future right-of-way for the SR-118 and SR-23 freeways. 5.2 SPECIFIC PLAN DESIGNATION - SP The specific plan designation has been provided in the Land Use Element to address large-scale projects in the city and proposed sphere of influence study area. Pursuant to Government Code Sections 65450-65457, specific plans are intended as a tool for the systematic implementation of the general plan and shall include text and diagrams indicating: The distribution, location and extent of land uses and the circulation system proposed within the specific plan area The proposed distribution, location, extent and intensity of major transportation, sewage, water, drainage, solid waste disposal, energy and other essential support facilities within the specific plan area Developed standards and regulations, and standards and criteria for the preservation of natural resources An implementation program ensuring the fulfillment of the items above Appendix A, located in the back of this Land Use Element, contains further requirements for specific plan contents and identifies the evaluation criteria eity = staf- =___ the City Cuncil will consider in determining whether a plan is appropriate for the area concerned. These criteria include natural features and topographic constraints, cultural constraints, environmental effects, land use considerations, etc. A major goal for the specific planning process is to ensure that development occurs in an orderly fashion, with due regard to environmental factors. All Land Use Element goals and policies shall be applicable to designated specific plan areas. The actual acreages and locations of development which occur within each specific plan will be based on the evaluation criteria the City bunc I will consider in determining whether a plan is appropri1.ate for the area concerned. 24 Based upon the city's implementation of try Land Use Element Goals and Policies, specific plan areas cont-aining significant con- straints may result in reduced developme: intensity and greater amounts of open space from that proposed cn the Land Use Plan. Exhibits 3 and 4 of thi proposed land use mix of the city's planning area the city limits and three specific plan areas ha landform and circulation s document identi=y the location and the each of the eigh= specific plan areas in (five in the unincorporated area outside within the existing city limits). These re been delineated based on ownership, considerations. Specific plan areas with adjoining boundaries may be combined to allow for a consolidated planning effort where all issues are addressed in a comprehensive manner as required by Government Code Sections 65450-65457_ A detailed description of the issues for each of the specific plan areas is provided in the following subsections. Planning Area Within City Limits As noted in the Land Use Plan, three specific plan areas have been designated within the undeveloped areas of the existing City of Moorpark limits (specific plan numbers 1-3). These specific plans have been designated to address comprehensively a variety of land use issues including topography, viewshed and circulation. Each specific plan area includes 25 percent c- the total acreage for open space. The land use eempesitieft fer speelfie plan nth -fiber and 2 Eefleetseurr�eftt develepment prepesalsasTeguested by the i-r ir} Land uses f ei- speeifle plan nuRber , ti, --e--be been s l i g t k 1. The land uses proposed within specific plan 3 include residential uses at an ever -all [t density <q dwelling units per acre. Far idential. aere for this speeifie =assumed. — As' noted earlier, residential densities exceeding the * mid range fflaff'Ifflilfa could be granted at the discretion of the Moorpark .City Council for projects that are consistent with the Stake Density Bonus i � and G b i xpa ::::f: de previsrens-Ide�i-�iaa Seetlen Specific Plan 1 Specific Plan 1 consists of 285 acres the western section of the city, north Southern Pacific Railroad tracks. westernmost portion of the specific specific plan area is characterized by currently used for grazing purposes. under one owner, located in of - oindexter Avenue and the Gahbert Road crosses the pla area. Generally, the ro=ling hillsides which are 25 Opportunities and Constraints ......... __ .__............... ......... . .._......__.. ...._-.._ ......__. Site planning Specrfc plan area desrelapmen issues to be addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include: Topography - An evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, seismic faults, and other geotechnical constraints within the hillside areas of development will be considered during the develop- ment/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is a ft4d on slopes greater than 20 percent and development 7G3t73 in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully mitigated: Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Viewshed - The visual importance of hillside horizon lines/prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and review of this specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and natural resources. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation. The preservation of any resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through ensite a ' a preservation, habitat enhancement:." or replacement. Archaeology- The a 3€a will be evaluated to determine whether archaeolog cal `resources. occur �e t the overall pXa aroma and their potential significance. Public Services/Infrastructure - Water, sewer, gas and electric service to the s°`€3a=<»`' a»aa will be provided through service extensions from existing transmission lines in the surrounding area. Circulation - The cafac»" `1ara circ .:..::.;;:.;:;.;:>::»::>::>::>::>ulation network will require consideration for :.;:.;topographicaI..constraints, viewshed issues, and the adjacent Southern Pacific railroad tracks,,- aid shall provide protection-:* the conceptual alignment of the future SR-118 freeway corridor-.*: n The prejeet shall ensure that roadway rights -of -way are protected for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements, and additions as identified in the city's wed circulation plan. W ............................ ..............................,.................................................................................................;:lJ.::::::#;::;:i:S?::i:i:i::;5#:iF::::\::;...............................::/: Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 1 Land Use Mix Total Acres Total Dwelling Units Rural High Low Density Medium Density High Density General Commercial Park Open Space OVERLAY DESIGNATION Agriculture 1 Specific Plan 2 285 acres 831 dwelling units 13 dwelling units 116 dwelling units 372 dwelling units 330 dwelling units 3 acres 13 acres 71 acres Specific Plan 2 consists of 445 acres under single ownership. It is located northerly of the city, east of Walnut Canyon Road and west of College Heights Drive. Generally, the majority of this she PACis characterized as a gently sloping plateau with prom .nent hillsides in the northern section —pie sI t e<1 7. is currently vacant and used for seasonal grazing. Opportunities and Constraints >:<: issues Site p! . aroma deve capzen sues will be addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review, and include: ......................_...._...... .... Topography - Existing steep hillsides efisite thspecf3c tan area require a complete evaluation of steep slopes; unstable soils, and other potential geotechnical constraints area during the development/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is a on slopes greater than 20 percent and development pr�hk�xtc in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully mit.gated. Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. 27 ..................................................................... \:?':..,. \.> Viewshed - The importance and visibility of hillside horizon lines and prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and review of the specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and natural resources/hazard areas. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation and review. The preservation of any resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through once Ye t preservation, habitat enhancement or replacement. _.................................................. Archaeology - The will be evaluated . : :;:.. »;:.: ....: to determine whether archaeological resources occur �e 4 the::;:StcZ::::`'lrt$ea and their potential significance. �:::;;:......................::::::::::P 9 Public Services/Infrastructure - Water, sewer, gas and electric service to the ":' : _=__ air will be provided through service extensions from existing transmission lines in the surrounding area. Circulation - rho Pa�eetpep pn circulation network will require consideration for topography, viewshed, and for its integration with both the conceptual future freeway alignments for SR-118 and SR-23, and the future Broadway extension. The prejeet shall ensure that roadway right-of-ways are protected for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements and additions as identified in the city's wed circulation plan. Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 2 Land Use Mix Total Acres 445 acres Total Dwelling Units 712 dwelling units Rural High 2 dwelling units Low Density 220 dwelling units Medium Density 490 dwelling units Neighborhood Commercial 6 acres Public/Institutional 4-7 acres Paric 5 acres School 9 acres Gemmunity e es(publie-uses sue h as libraries,fire staffiens,et^ ). 3-aeres Open Space 190 acres .................:...... . OVERLAY DESIGNATION Open Space 1 Rural Low Specific Plan 3 e Specific Plan 3 consists of 273 acres under one owner, located in the easternmost section of the city, north of the SR-23 freeway and _................__.........._.... __ _... _ _.. east of Hoorpark College. Generally, the she pegs c ila aroma is vacant open space, characterized by rolling and .steep hillsidEs and some flat terrain adjacent to the SR-23 freeway and in the northern portions of the she sgf�, play area;. Opportunities and Constraints Site plaftning >`................................. f..................... < »:n , :::::; <: ```>.::::`.``: »:; : <:< ::;::;::>:::<:::>: issues will be P.;:.;:.;:.;;:.;>;:. p a..:; aria dev�paet addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review, and include: Topography - An evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils and other geotechnical constraints within the hillside areas of development will be conducted during the development/review of this plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is ed c rr.�ted on slopes greater than 20 percent and development }t3 33 J 3d in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully mitigated. Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Viewshed - The importance and visibility of hillside horizon lines and prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and review of the specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and natural resources/hazard areas. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation and review. The preservation of any resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through ensite hab-ita preservation, habitat enhancement- or replacement. Archaeology - The will be evaluated to determine whether archaeological resources occur ensile within thezal plan area and their potential significance. M ... .. .., ,. Public Services/Infrastructure - Water, sewer, gas and electric service to thepe�G >planr.area will be provided through service extensions from existing transmission lines in the surrounding area. ................................................................... Circulation - The spa fro p ary area circulation network will require consideration for its relationship to topographical constraints, viewshed issues, and its relationship to the SR-23 ................................................ ................................................... freeway. The pejee aea shall ensure that roadway right-of-ways are protecfed .....for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements and additions as identified in the city's updated circulation plan. Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 3 Land Use Mix Total Acres 273 acres Total dwelling units 181 dwelling units Open Space 68 acres Schools 20 acres Parks 4 acres Public/Institutional to be determined by Specific Plan OVERLAY DESIGNATION Open Space 2 ..................... e ..:..:X............. ...................... Planning Area Outside City Limits 30 .....� l!•i:vi?�:::::. ...::::.......:: .:..............::.................. .... v.::!ii:::::: .....!. v:?:......i:...... . .... ...::.v , ..... ..... v............... A standard range and mix of land uses has been developed for each specific plan area designation outside of the city limits (specific plan numbers 4-8). An overall residential density range limit of 0-2- zxe:dwelling unite per acre applies to each specific plan area except where prime or statewide agricultural lands have been identified within the specific plan area These agricultural Lands refaa:in designated at shall ire des icated . a ....flea:.. Space....2... done dwelling unit per 40 acres), consistent with the Ventura County General Plan agricultural designation. Per analysis purpeses, and ranqe- to m of ene-dwe3lig-res-s residential ae-re .er'--PRA. speei€re-pl-a- J:s ass-med. At the discretion of the Moorpark City Council, aeln-:t .............exceedingthe ........ .:..............:...:....._....: .........:::....:. maximum could be granted ineluslen-ef heusing €er--fewer-i-r^ �.�_ afferdable --Re heuse green-e fie- t etal pre j eet site-, -Previsien and, Pre of emeeptienal -publre--reereati:en- amen-iticam-; infrastrQeture and __-en-e€pub3re-serv±'ees abeve the-nermal requ and/erever .-ements Each specific plan area includes a minimum 25 percent open space requirement, a..20-acre school site 'and, park acreage based on a standard of five acres per 1,000 population. Actual school acreage provided with each specific plan area may vary based on school district review and needs at the time of project review. A three - acre neighborhood commercial center has also been included in the specific plan numbers 7 and B. Populations projected for specific plans 4, 5 and 6 do not justify individual neighborhood commercial requirements; therefore, a three -acre site is proposed in Specific Plan 6, to serve these three planning areas. A description of the existing land uses, potential planning issues -(opportunities and constraints), and the proposed land use mix for each specific plan area in the unincorporated planning area is provided below. 31 Specific Plan 4 Specific Plan 4 consists of 700 acres under combined ownership, located southwest of the city limits, west of the Moorpark Home Acres community and south of the Southern Pacific railroad tracks. The topography of this specific plan area varies from flat terrain adjacent to the Arroyo Las Posas (an extension of the Arroyo Simi), to steeply sloping hillsides. The majority of the flatter areas of the spcf plan area are currently occupied by agricultural uses. Opportunities and Constraints Site plaftftIREJSpefzc plait area dent issues to be addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include: Topography - Potential geotechnical constraints associated with the hillside areas of development will be evaluated during the development/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is sd on slopes greater than 20 percent and development J _ in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully mitigated. Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation. The preservation of any resources determined to . be significant shall be' encouraged through onsite #hl*M preservation, habitat enhancement or replacement. Archaeology - The a will be evaluated to determine whether archaeological resources occur onsite vrta ' ie::t �.... , ply.lea and their potential significance. Agriculture - This specific plan will address the viability and maintenance of "Prime" and "Statewide Significance" farmlands which occur onsite. Public Servicesfnfrastrutt q - Water, gas and electric service to the project specific plan area will be provided through service extensions from existing transmission lines in the surrounding area.. Sewer service is not currently available and would need to be' provided for all urban uses. Circulation - The prejeet specific plan area circulation network shall provide consideration for its relationship to hillside areas, the Arroyo Las Posas, the Southern Pacific railroad tracks, and shall provide protection for the future SR-118 freeway right-of- way. 32 ....v\.v ........... .. ..............n.......... �.:.::! .. ... . .. n...v.............v.v... %:'f.::2.\� ....f��ll:v:i: iJi:Ji iiiiii::j j $4 i:; iiiii: i:: jii :i% ?::•%is is jj:j ii;i:<J: ;:Siii: i}ii iii':::::: : '.:ii::i.iii iiYii ... ..... ... ... .......... Floodway - Because the Arroyo Las Posas bisects the site specific plan area, appropriate flood control measures shall be considered in the development and review of this specific plan. Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 4 Land Use Mix in Specific Plan Specific Plan 5 Specific Plan 5 consists of 390 acres under combined ownership located immediately west of the city limits, north of the Arroyo Simi, an south of Los Angeles Avenue. This specific plan area terrain consists of flatlands currently.occupied by agricultural uses. Opportunities and Constraints .................................;'<<>;::. <> ; » <_<.............................................,:::;.;: Site planning pig �ftme issues to be addressed during specific. plan preparation and subsequent review will include: Topography - Geotechnical constraints to development are anticipated to be minimal given the flat terrain of this specific plan. Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation. The preservation of any resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through ensite baba t preservation, habitat enhancement.;;: or replacement. 33 .................................:.........: ii%/l iii:i :iiii:ilil%f iiii: iiiiiiiiiii::: iiii:Jii: iiiii vj::i:Ji:: }ii. . ...::. ........ :'v........................v.................... . ...\.......n........................... ........................................... I... I .... .............. .................................................................. Archaeology - The prejeet site spee�.�ic:plan aria will be evaluated to determine whether archaeological resources occur o��e Wit: , ..:; the overall plan area and their potential significance. Agriculture - This specific plan will address the viability and maintenance of "Prime" and "Statewide Significance" farmlands which occur onsite. Urban development onsite is anticipated to be concentrated in the areas immediately adjacent to existing surrounding urban uses. Transitional land uses and buffer areas .............................. (minimum 200 feet c 's ) will need to be provided ��area& between agricultural ultural and 'res'dentia usesBE Public Services - Water, gas and electricity service to the project specific plan area will be provided through onsite improvements and service extensions from transmission lines in the surrounding area. Sewer service is not currently available and would need to be provided for all urban uses. Circulation - The prejeet '`:''';`€ t; circulation network shall provide consideration for its- -relationship to and integration with the existing arterials located within the site «pc as and the adjacent Southern Pacific railroad tracks: `The pre�eet pe€ shall ensure that roadway right-of-ways are protected for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements and additions as identified in the city's updated circulation plan. Floodway - Due to the proximity of this specific plan to the Arroyo Simi, appropriate flood control measures shall be considered in the development and review of this specific plan. Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 5 Land Use Mix Total acres 390 acres Total dwelling units 269 dwelling units Agriculture To be determined Open Space 98 acres Schools 20 acres Parks 5 acres Public/Institutional To be determined in Specific Plan 34 :'^'.\-:.:::�i::i,..:�ii:�i:�i::�i:::: is iiiiiiiiiiii?i: �-�:�' '. �:::�i':::.:: i-::: �: �•i::'::::.::::: ��; -�:'� Specific Plan 6 Specific Plan 6 consists of 815 acres under combined ownership located west of the city limits, immediately north of Los Angeles Avenue and east of Grimes Canyon Road. The she specific` ply area terrain varies from rolling hillsides to flatter areas on the valley floor. The majority of this specific plan area is currently occupied by agricultural uses. Opportunities and Constraints Site planning r.__ ....:4 issues to be addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include: Topography - An evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, and other geotechnical constraints within the hillside areas of development will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is ..:....: '± on slopes greater than 20 percent and development ah in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully mitigated:....... - Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Viewshed - The importance and visibility of hillside horizon lines within this specific plan area from surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and review of the specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and natural resources/hazard areas. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation. The preservation of any resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through ensite preservation, habitat enhancement""' or replacement. Archaeology - The ': _3S ':area will be evaluated to determine whether archaeological resources.occur ensue thin' tie>>at>:< ::>:: < <_ ::,<; ;::<: . _ _ .... .,ral.::rl_ ire and their potential significance. Agriculture - This specific plan shall address the viability and maintenance of "Prime" and "Statewide Significance" farmlands which occur ewe 35 ..........................:::.:..:::.: �.i: �::::::: is iii � :iii:�?:•il: ii% ':i ��" \ ::::. �:: :.. ::•... �:::::::::::.�. ...................:. :.:::::::: v.............n...\::...:......n.........f.:n..::\.\�i:::v:%ill:ii:v:�Ji}is�iiii:iv:is:?:::�ii::i:':::i:�::::i:[iL: ii:::•iii:::::. Public Services t1nfra'structure - Water and electricity services are currently provided within portions of this specific plan area. Sewer service is not currently available and would need to be provided for all urban uses. Gas services will be extended from surrounding transmission facilities. .............................................................I...... ..................................................................... Circulation - The prejeet sp c:3:E e,,p.1$ ar circulation network will require consideration for the adjacent Southern Pacific Railroad tracks, and for the conceptual alignment and protection of right-of-way for the future SR-118 freeway corridor. Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 6 Land Use Mix Total acres 815 acres Total dwelling units 351 dwelling units 2 du/aere at 1 du/acre ;ni d range maximum de�i*�' ._.: o s AWM .e and 40 aere mini -mu;. - _ ................................................................................ u�_4-0acrea for viable agricultural land) Neghliorhood Commercial 3 acres Agriculture 322 acres (Statewide and prime agricultural land) Open Space 123 acres Schools 20 acres Parks 7 acres Public/Institutional To be determined in Specific Plan Specific Plan 7 Specific Plan 7 consists of 2,190 acres under combined ownership, located north of the city limits, west of Happy Camp Regional Park. Walnut Canyon Road and Grimes Canyon Road run north -south and Broadway extends east -west through the specific plan area. The site terral is generally characterized by rolling hills with some prominent ridgelines and steep terrain. Existing uses onsite include agricultural uses, grazing lands, and vacant land. Opportunities and Constraints fining Site pla S%ific play ereadreopment issues to be addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include: 36 \?. ....':�i...:.:..........................vv Topography - An evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, potentially active faults, and other geotechnical constraints within the hillsides areas of development will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is restricted on slopes greater than 20 percent and development prch blit;.ed in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully mitigated. Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Viewshed - The importance and visibility of hillside horizon lines and prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and review of the specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and natural resources/hazard areas. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation. The preservation of any resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through ensite a preservation, hit enhancement's.: or replacement. ............................................. ................. Archaeology - The r e € .a will be evaluate to determine whether archaeological resources occur onste3 ................. ;fst>_<a and their potential significanc e. Agriculture - This specific plan shall address the viability and maintenance of "Prime" and "Statewide Significance" farmlands which occur on specific plan area. Mineral Resources - The specific plan shall evaluate the potential for maintaining significant mineral resource deposits for mineral extraction purposes, and encourage compatible land uses in proximity to mineral resource extraction areas. ........................................................ Public Services: to - Water and electricity services are ....................................................: currently provided w th n portions of this specific plan area. Sewer service is not currently available and would need to be provided for all urban uses. Gas services will be extended from surrounding transmission facilities. ..................................................................... ..................................................................... Circulation - The prejee specific Tan a e circulation network shall. provide consideration for topography, viewshed, and its relationship to and integration with the existing arterials located within the she pv :;::e; . The project shall ensure that .......... ............................................................... roadway right-of-ways are protected for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements and additions as identified in the city's updated circulation plan. 37 Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 7 Land Use Mix Total acres 2,372 acres Total dwelling units 1,316 dwelling units ......::::.............. (0 2 di�ere- t 1 du/acre maximum d t- ........... _ f c r> a de a deve. Zop ent and 40 „re ' 4{>< for viable agricultural land) Neighborhood Commercial Agriculture (Statewide and prime Open Space Schools Parks Public/Institutional Specific Plan 8 agricultural land) 3 acres 590 acres 445 acres 20 acres 22 acres To be determined in Specific Plan Specific Plan 8 consists of approximately 4,500 acres, under one owner, located northerly of the eastern portion of the city limits, east of Happy Camp Regional Park. Generally, this specific plan area is vacant open space, characterized by steep hillside terrain currently designated as open.space. Opportunities and Constraints ..................................................... ....... .......... Site plafiftifigp fz ::°plan a djay. lap nt issues to be addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include: To o ra hY - Existing steep hillsidese<' .::P.: :::: .:::: : plan;„arch require a complete evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, and other potential geotechnical constraints of the prejeet ............... ............... 7rt area during the development/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is diseettra r.*s on slopes greater than 20 percent and development p yak .1t6d. in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully mitigated. Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints will be conducted during the development/review of this specific plan. Wj .................:... Viewshed - The visual importance of hillside horizon lines/prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and review of this specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and natural resources. Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare, endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during specific plan preparation and review. The preservation of any resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through ................ ........ ..... ............. eneite h tat preservation, habitat enhancement'; or replacement. .................................................................. ............................................................... Archaeology - The � Via_ a1a will be evaluated to determine whether archaeological resources occur �nsite :.. :. te.t�xerall flan $rea and their potential significance. Agriculture - This specific plan will address the viability and maintenance of the limited "Prime" and "Statewide Significance" ......................................................................... . farmlands which occur emoteW1 It '><>laa. Public Services YIr-.rate: re - Water, gas and electric service to the spec>c;=:g1: f_ra will be provided through e� improvements s,ltn;,::::::;::;::;:z..e and service extensions from existing transiriiss*ion"*Y' nes in the...surrounding area. Sewer service is not currently available and would need to be provided for all urban uses. ..................................................................... Circulation - The s ;:':: a circulation network .... ...................... .......................... a shall provide consideration for its relationship to topographical constraints and viewshed issues and consideration for connection of the SR-118 and SR-23 freeways as well as the Broadway extension. _.... ..... _... _................... The pr-e�eec >p shall ensure that roadway right-of-ways are protected for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements.:..and additions as identified in the city"s updated circulation plan. Proposed Land Uses The following land use table indicates the proposed land use mix for this specific plan. Specific Plan 8 Land Use Mix Total acres 4,500 acres Total dwelling units 3,221 dwelling units ............... (8 �dtr, aere-at 1 du/acre maximum ddhAit .. ............ fc resa dents a : de e v mend and " ^ e -e TM � - : TM..TM . P .., dn4i aces for viable agricultural land) 39 ii'\:: %::•iii' i:::vii:v: ii:�i`ii:v:vi:v:vi:: ?i: . ............ f iM��.......::<\\�\�vii<�Jiji::?::: ��'v::::`.vvv:i:%::�\�i:........i:\\\iiii:..%+:....vvv n...v...vvv.vv......................... ..++. .................../. Neighborhood Commercial Agriculture (Statewide and prime Open Space Schools Parks Public/Institutional agricultural land) 6.0 LAND USE PLAN STATISTICAL SUMMARY 3 acres 136 acres 1,091 acres 20 acres 60 acres To be determined in Specific Plan The following table (Land Use Plan - Statistical Summary, Table 3) summarizes the approximate acreages and the number of dwelling units resulting from each of the land use classifications designated on the Land Use Plan maps for the overall planning area (City Area - Exhibit 3, and Unincorporated Area - Exhibit4). .......................... . Generallydwelling unit estimates are based on an q.:::::.......:..,_,.,.::::::::::::::.....::::.::::.:::.:::::::: e s e of the density for each Y reside ntial land use��cl.as�sfcato c31sy)aua :: ;+ The actual number of dwellin units ::::.....::::::..:::::.::.::::::::::::::::::F ::._.::...:::.: g co.nstru.cted and associated population amount will vary with the development conditions and constraints for each project (access, availability of services, geotechnical and natural resource constraints, etc.). Using the estimates below, the- and use—designatieas weuld alley ea combined total of up to 19,680 dwelling units €ms be ................... constructed in the overall planning area. Based on the 'County's 2.74 population per dwelling unit factor for year 2010, the resulting buildout population for the Moorpark planning area would be approximately 53,923 persons. The required environmental documentation for future projects shall provide a more detailed level of population per dwelling unit analysis based on the square footage of, each .dwelling unit. and the type .of- land .use for residential subdivisions. Additionally, the Environmental Impact Report prepared for this land use element and circulation element update of the Moorpark General Plan evaluates potential impacts on the service capabili- ties of relevant infrastructure systems (i.e., sewer, water, police, fire, etc.) associated with the land use designation proposed as a part of this update process. 40 . :i?:vil :::::::::: � :.: iii:vii : i::v.:.: iriii' :::::::::::::::: �. ........::::::: :.::::::: .v....... ..v\v....:iii:?i::i:;}ii: ; n:.......... . ...................... . ... .. .`\ Table 3 LAND USE PLAN - STATISTICAL SUMMARY City Unincorporated Total Planning Land Use Designation Area Area Area Combined RL RURAL LOW 1,668 ac 332 du - 154 du* 560 du (1 du/minimum 5 acres) RH RURAL HIGH 453 ac 453 du 5,399 ac 5,399 du 5,852 du (1 du/minimum acre) L LOW DENSITY 343 ac 547 du - - 547 du (1.1-2 du/acre) ML MEDIUM LOW DENSITY 568 ac 1,457 du -- - 1,457 du (2.1-3 du/acre) M MEDIUM DENSITY 1,387 ac 5,547 du -- -- 5,547 du (3.1-5 du/acre) H HIGH DENSITY 436 ac 3,062 du -- - 3,062 du (5.1-10 du/acre) VH VERY HIGH DENSITY 180 ac 2,729 du - - 2,729 du (10.1-20 du/acre) SP SPECIFIC PLAN** -- -- -- - -- TOTAL DWELLING UNITS 14,127 du 5,553 du 19,680 du (At Buildout) TOTAL POPULATION*** 38,587 15,336 53,923 (At Buildout) C-1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL 15 ac 9 ac 24 ac (.25 FAR) C-2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL 189 ac - 189 ac (.25 FAR) C-I COMMERCIAL- INDUSTRIAL 13 ac - 13 ac (.38 FAR) I-1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL 263 ac - 263 ac (.38 FAR) I-2 MEDIUM INDUSTRIAL 285 ac - 285 ac (.38 FAR) AG1 AGRICULTURE 1 10 ac - 10 ac (1 du/10-40 acres) AG2 AGRICULTURE 2 - 1,298 ac 1,298 ac (1 du/40 acres) OS1 OPEN SPACE 1 40 ac 166 ac 206 ac (1 du/10-40 acres) 41 .......... ::>i». ,....................... . City Unincorporated Total Planning Land Use Designation Area Area Area Combined OS2 OPEN SPACE 2 1,111 ac 4,423 ac 5,534 ac (1 du/40 acres) S SCHOOL 386 ac 100 ac 486 ac P PARK 219 ac 395 ac 614 ac U UTILITIES 47 ac 47 ac PUB PUBLIC/INSTITUTIONAL 10 ac **** 10 ac FRWY FREEWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY 297 ac -- 297 ac TOTAL CITY AREA ACRES (Approximate) 7,920 acres TOTAL UNINCORPORATED AREA ACRES (Approximate) 11,790 acres TOTAL PLANNING AREA COMBINED 19,710 acres * Includes dwelling units within Open Space and Agriculture designated areas. ** Specific plan uses are distributed by land use classification within the matrix. *** Based on 2.74 persons per dwelling unit. **** Public/Institutional acreages within the overall planning area will be determined through implementation of specific plans. 42 ......... . ..................................;:�\•:::.�..%i.:::�xarr:':::iFic::\\w:rf ...:\ w:;:, /n.:\\w:a:;.1/:::v\\\Qu::;:::�::::.:.Q�a:;>:.::::�:::�:xa:::�>:::::.�\.•:..:..fi::.. ��\:.o-::;;:::...... a..........., ......:. \� 7.0 IMPLEMENTATION The City of Moorpark has several implementation measures available to carry out its adopted goals. Within the Land Use Element itself, policies have been developed which call for specific implementing actions to be taken by the city. Other policies are set forth which call for subsequent programs and actions to be taken which will implement the provisions of the general plan. Defined as an action, procedure, program or technique that carries out general plan policy, the Implementation Measures contained in this section are intended to assist the city in realizing the goals and policies of the Land Use Element and ensure that required mitigation measures are accomplished. .�a. b, ti, a general 1, I-�uaizreit�e - measures established plan itself, and peli =s granted by state law. The adoption of a zoning ordinance is the city's principal instrument for implementing the general plan and is derived from the police power given to the city. This ordinance regulates land use by dividing the city into zones and specifying permitted uses, allowable development intensities, minimum lot size, building height and setback limits, and other development parameters within each land use zone. Zoning designations which are compatible with the Land Use classifications of the General Plan are illustrated on the General Plan/Zoning Compatibility Matrix (Exhibit 6). Other implementation measures derived from the city's police power include the city's power to regulate subdivisions,- to adopt specific plans,,-_ to enforce building housing codes,- to establish park dedication requirements-=f' to utilize environmental and design review procedures when'considering.development proposals...* implefaentatie�eas�es dew=ed�em the-lty's eerpe�te-hewers ~tee a_ the construction of streets, water, and sewer facilities, _ :_:__-::' the ac quisition and develo ment of parkland, the acquisition of sites for low income housing, and the acquisition of open space, conservation, or scenic easements. Because the general plan is based on community values and an understanding of existing and projected conditions and needs (which continually change), it is important to monitor and review the general plan regularly. As indicated in the State of California General Plan Guidelines, components of the plan that have a short- term focus, such as the implementation program, should be reviewed annually and revised as necessary to reflect the availability of new implementation tools, changes in funding sources, and the results of monitoring the effectiveness of past decisions. At least every five (S) years this element shall be evaluated regarding its consistency with other General Plan elements and community goals. 43 �.. ............ .......:.............. Implementation Measures 1. Use. the Land Use Map E�em nt shall used- to promote a balanced city growth pattern, land use compatibility, mainte- nance of the city's suburban/rural character, revitalization of the downtown area, preservation of important natural features and overall intensity and density of land use decreasing away from the valley floor. ................... ................... 2. Implement provisions of, review and =c�-vise acrid as necessary the other elements of the city's general plan....including the following: Update Open Space Element to ensure consistency of open space policies and designations with the Land Use Element. Update Noise Element to reflect the city's planned circulation system a-nd as identified in the updated Circulation Element. Update Safety Element to reflect potential hazard areas in relation to proposed 1-and-uses as identified in the .......................... updated Land Use p1aft E.le nt. Housing Element 3. Consider preparation of additional elements of the general plan (such as.Community Design, Economic Development, Public Services., Air Quality) in order to encourage further implemen- tation of provisions contained within the Land Use Element. 4. The eity shall review annually and update the eity's erdinanee and map in erder te ensure eensisteney with the General Plan Land Use Map-. 5. Tire—elty shall Utilize the State Subdivision Map Act to regulate the design and improvement of subdivisions within the city. 6. The eity shall Utilize Development Agreements in order to assist in attaining public objectives and implementing general plan goals and policies. All development agreements and/or affordable housing_ agreements shall be approved prior to any entitlement being approved. 7. Review, update and expand the city's Capital Improvement Program in order to project annual expenditures for acquisi- tion, construction rehabilitation and replacement of public buildings and facilities. 44 _................. ............... :::.::::::::: ......: 8. Utilize the city's adopted Building and Housing Codes in order to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public and to further implement the goals and policies of the Land Use Element. 10. Utilize land acquisition methods in order to acquire land designated for public use and for public purposes such as urban redevelopment. Support sancta metes ul� red key . a:;: r public a�enoi�� prQv�d��a� ser�xi�e� and.:fae: litres that ..... .......... erve the y ty arxd its ghere f znf� u z oe 11. Utilize preferential assessments -eueh-as conservation, open space and scenic easements as a means of conserving open space in accordance with the Land Use Plan M&p and to further implement the goals and policies of the Land Use Element. 12. Utilize a variety of methods to finance the facilities and services needed to implement the Land Use Element goals and policies. Primary local funding sources include taxes, exactions, fees and assessments. State and federal funding sources include a broad range of grant and loan programs which the city should use to finance the implementation of the general plan. Funding sources may include loans, grants, bonds and other financial assistance programs available for housing, energy, historic preservation, noise mitigation, k parks, recreation and open space,__solid waste management, and transportation issues.:..:........... 13. The -=-itlh=_'_ Base all official regulatory land use and development control decisions on consistency with the General Plan Land Use Element. Periodic review of all implementation measures shall be made in order to ensure consistency with the GeneralPlanLand Use Ma-p PIAM. 14. The-eity shall Coordinate with the County of Ventura in order to promote consistency with the Countywide Planning Program (CPP) so as to update countywide growth/non-growth boundaries and population projections to reflect the city's updated general pl-an Land Use and Circulation Elements. 15. Utilize the city's adopted growth management ordinance in order to achieve a steady rate of residential growth while providing for adequate public services and facilities. .............. 16. Prepare Su4mlt an application fer submittal to the Ventura County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO):to amend the city's sphere of influence boundary; consistent t3th the s�.pprovt�d l i Usk F atz , . to a I. for proper planning of the probable, ultimate physical boundaries and service area of the city. 45 'f Y�'i ......................................:.::::.........::::::.�:::::::: .:::::.;?Y:: ;:.... i. .. .......:.::::::.:::::::::::.::._:::..:.:::........ .. Lv: vL4i? v X--.:::":::i'.iY:.iiSiii:iii`i:iii'................................................................•.• 17. Utilize specific plans in the undeveloped areas of the ............... e; as a tool for the systematic implementation of the General and in order to achieve a long-term cohesive development program which is responsive to the physical and economic opportunities and constraints of each individual specific plan area. General standards for specific plan preparation and evaluation are outlined in Appendix A. shall , , �... ............................................................... 1 e-s�ee ire-g�a�-geees s Utilized i 1 i z ed :tie '' =' prp ss; to ensure that adequate buffers areas exists between viable agricultural resources and residential areas. 19. Coordinate with the County of Ventura in order to update and identify areas of viable prime agricultural land. 20. Utilize the city's Redevelopment Plan in order to eliminate and prevent the spread of blight in the Redevelopment Plan Project Area and to encourage the revitalization of the downtown commercial core area. 21. Utilize the goals and recommendations outlined within the city's adopted Downtown Study to guide the revitalization of downtown Moorpark, recapture and promote the downtown's small town concept, and maintain downtown existing historical elements. 22. Prepare a specific plan for the downtown studv are order to promote the revitalization of the downtown commercial core. 23. Coordinate with other public agencies and adopt updated master plans for sewer, water, utility, flood control and solid waste services. 24. Coordinate with other public agencies to minimize public service/infrastructure costs and to maintain adequate levels of service. 25. Prepare a hillside development ordinance in order to ensure sensitive hillsid e development p -�.. remnlat.inc�....devel�x�nttent t i.....�n ::i>=> restricti?q. raain on slopes greater than 20 percent, t-e protector visually prominent horizon lines within hillside areas, and t-e protects; environmentally sensitive areas. 26. Utilize the city's mature tree ordinance in order to implement preservation guidelines for mature oaks and other mature trees. 46 :......::......:::::::::::............:::: . 27. Prepare a master community design plan for the city which includes a design concept plan for special treatment areas within the community and identifies overall community concepts for landscape architecture, architecture, signage, streetscapes, identifiable entryways, and community gateway areas. 47 :::% ;i;:>::iiS::; ii:;;i:;:i;:;;F: APPENDIX A SPECIFIC PLAN DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS A major goal of the specific plan process is to ensure that development occurs in an orderly fashion, with due regard to environmental factors. In addition to the potential planning issues identified for each individual specific plan within Section V.2. of the Land Use Element, outlined below is a summary of those items which should be included or discussed in a specific plan document. The Community Development Department may require from an applicant such other information as deemed necessary in evaluating a proposed project. SPECIFIC PLAN CONTENTS Land Use Plan: A detailed land use plan will be prepared indicating specific land use locations, type, intensities, and other site charac- teristics and describing residential areas, commercial areas, recreation areas, open space areas, agricultural areas, community facilities (l l449 pula e and any otfier :. :. , :------ .....:.......... proposed uses consistent with the stan- dard range and mix of land uses assigned to each Specific Plan Area. The actual acreages and locations of development which occur within each specific plan will be based on evaluation criteria (included within this appendix) the city will consider in determining whether a. plan is appropriate for the. area concerned. Based upon the city's implementation of the Land Use Element Goals and Policies, specific plan areas containing significant constraints may result in reduced development intensity and greater amounts of open space from that proposed on the Land Use Plan. Project statistical analysis shall also be included which tabulates and summarizes land uses, acreages, and square footage. Circulation Plan: Circulation components of the land use plan (vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle and equestrian) will be prepared addressing hierarchy, required improvements and development standards. 0 Infrastructure Plan: Infrastructure systems necessary to support the Land Use Plan will be prepared to address improvement requirements for water facilities, wastewater facilities, drainage facilities, and other utilities. Community Design Plan: A community design plan will be prepared to illustrate the techniques proposed to enhance the overall community character. Community design plan components will include a conceptual landscape plan, architectural design guidelines (including architectural style, materials, colors, fencing, and walls, etc.) and a conceptual mass grading plan. Implementation Plan: An implementation plan will be prepared which identifies site development standards (including permitted uses, setbacks, height limitations, etc.), administrative procedures for plan modifications and fiscal impact analysis. Phasing Plan: A phasing plan will be prepared which identifies development stages and major infrastructure improvements required to service the stages of development and landscape improvement timing.. Conformance A determination of consistency analysis with General Plan: between the general plan elements and proposed development activities will be prepared. EVALUATION CRITERIA Subsequent to completion of any draft specific plan, the Geffmanity Develepmeftt Department_ f will review the plan and shall .....t . consider a number of factors in determining whether the plan is appropriate for the area under consideration. These criteria include, but are not limited to, the following: A. Land use considerations 1. Compatibility of development with surrounding area and land uses 2. Conformance with all adopted general plan elements 3. Relationship of land uses within the develepffient s ff .......................... >< 4. Circulation, utilities and other infrastructure and public service needs 49 B. Natural resource/topographic considerations 1. Slopes 2. Soil characteristics 3. Drainage patterns 4. Watersheds, and floodplains 5. Faults, landslides and liquefaction 6. Shallow groundwater 7. Viewshed considerations C. Environmental considerations 1. Air quality 2. Water quality 3. Noise 4. Effeet erg Vegetation 5.fe t nn Wildlife 6. Aesthetics (including community design and scenic areas) 7. Historic/cultural areas (including those of archaeological/paleontological importance) 8. Grading D. Economic considerations 1. Effeet-en Tax base 2. Effeet—efr Employment 3. Demographic effects 4. meet en Community facilities and services 5. Market need 50 ATTACHMENT 2 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT t and Purpose The City Moorpari is committed to the preservat' of its existing eco r.ic base and the attraction of n commercial and industrial elopment which will prov' jobs for local residents and 4ixpan the community tax se. The City's proximity to major met olitan ma ts, the expansion of local purchasing power, the qua its labor force, the connection of State Route 23 & 118 fr s and the City's positive attitude toward manage growth a all indicators of the economic developm potential withi Moorpark. Goals, Policies, and Actions h been designed to facil to economic development and by so ing, help Moorpark realize its tential. yPre-overall goals for Economic Development are lis d below. Following is a list of policies associated with each al. GOAL 13 ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT OF A WIDE RANGE OF COMMERCIAL USES WHICH MEET THE NEEDS OF LOCAL RESIDENTS AS WELL AS INCREASE TAX REVENUES FOR THE CITY. r ose of this goal is to encourage a variet commercia t that will increase tax nue for the City. Equally im t to t oal is allowing commercial development t ee n orderly manner that does not create se impacts on surroun nd uses and is 'stent with other goals and policies conta is document. 13.1: The City shall promote the establishmentaL-.&rr tlet mall, or similar facilit a�'i''� uce sales akage, promo rgy conservation, provide local c s with a convenient place to sho full range ds and services, generally create a more balanc munity as the top priority commercial goal of the "CTyc t should�ass ist private busin capture t e ich is currently of Moorpark tra POLICY 13.3: The City should encourage the systematic revitalization of obsolete or declining commercial areas, particularly focusing on the downtown area. POLICY 13.4: The City shall work with the business community in a cooperative manner to actively recruit desired busiress to the community. 51 POLICY 13.5: GOAL 14 The City shall work with the business and development community to encourage an increase in sales tax concurrently with expansion of housing stock. ATTRACT AND RETAIN HIGH QUALITY, NON-POLLUTING INDUSTRIAL USES. trial development has increased While this eased development has does not want expan ' ' dustrial degradation of the environ land uses. It is ntent of this light i lal uses that will have ity and surrounding land uses. POLICY 14.2: POLICY 14.3: b wlyin recentefited ity, Moorpark o result in the se conflicts with surrounding goo ttract high quality minimal impac vironmental the City�sha�llprovid�ean�ade�quat�eves a olluting, use The City should encourage the use of high qualtiy industrial and business parks, especially in highly visible or particularly attractive areas, to accomodate new industrial development. Industry should be recruited based upon 1) the number of jobs per acre provided, 2) its environ- mental impact, and 3) its ability to utilize the skills of the City's residents. An adequate amount of industrial land in parcel sizes to meet the requirements of large employers shall be provided. POLICY 14.4: The City shall establish and implement an industry retention plan. GOAL 15 ENCOURAGE THE LOCATION OF INDUSTRIAL USES WHICH CAN UTILIZE THE LOCAL LABOR FORCE AND PROVIDE POSITIVE ECONOMIC BENEFITS FOR THE CITY. POLICY 15.1: The City, in cooperation with local civic leaders, industrial developers and exist n non -Po J industrial firms shall actively recruit industrial firms, giving primary emphasis to firms generating high local employment and economic benefits, and V assist existing firms in expanding their operations. POLICY 15.2: The City shall PsFbiamlariy encourage the location of labor-intensive industry (15-20 workers per acre) in designated industrial zones. 52 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IMPLEMENTATION tation Section of Economic Development Goals and recommends and su which the n inue to promote commercial and i llllllThese measures will assi 1n expanding its economic base 1 ing an, nop-polluting uses. A. The City shall establish a policy of priority -processing of commercial and industrial development applications; a planned development permit shall be required for all commercial and industrial developments; maintenance districts and the like shall be included in the planned development permit in order to insure acceptable property maintenance and adherence to standards. ity shall staff one or more positions under t Manager the responsibilit 1 ing commercial and indus ment applications,recruit- ment of n ss, promotion o and other functions c y related to the City's economic developm t shall designate economic development zoIL identify sp rcial/i s, such as entertainmen om t centers, business e c., in targeted locations of the 1 D. The City shall promote the extension of the Route 118 free way West, and Route 23 freeway North. T- `--= "' }- 4-L-^ e-M & e•3! me s as•. E. The City shall assist local development organizations, private, public, and non-profit, in the recruitment of commercial businesses which would reduce Moorpark trade leakage. dinance shall be amended as re u' changes in commerc lops and zones adopted a eneral Plan Update. G. A five-year Capital Improvements Program shall be carried out by the City and by all agencies affecting economic development in order to provide a dependable and coordinated schedule fo r development upon which industrial firms and developers can depend.. 53 H. The City in cooperation with the State Employment Development Department shall research the job skills in the community and shall give special attention to attracting industry which utilizes such skills. • Ordinance shall be amended as r reflect changes i se designations p e as part of the Genera J. The City shall proactively investigate and evaluate any reports of potential relocation of local industry out of the City, and shall identify and evaluate alternatives to out -of -City relocation,in coordination with State and local governments, utilities and economic development organizations. K. The City, in consultation with the Moorpark Chamber of Commerce, shall develop and maintain a target list of desirable commercial and industrial uses so that economic development efforts are focused and prioritized for maximum effectiveness. 54