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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORTS 1992 0208 CC SPC ITEM 07AMOORPARK 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, California 93021 (805) 529-6864 M E M O R AN D U M TO: The Honorable City Council FROM: Patrick J. Richards, Director of Community Development DATE: February 7, 1992 (CC Meeting of 2/8/92) SUBJECT: REVISED DRAFT LAND USE ELEMENT WHICH INCORPORATES CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS Attached is a copy of a revised Draft Land Use Element which incorporates the most recent comments received from the City Attorney on February 5, 1992. The City Attorney has not had the opportunity to review the Draft Land Use element text changes that staff has made in response to her comments. The City Attorney has also provided comments on the Draft Circulation element. It is our intention to incorporate her comments into the Draft Circulation Element text by the Council's February 12, 1992, meeting. Please discard previous staff revised text identified as Attachment 6A (pages 160 through 214 ) from the January 29, 1992 Council agenda packet. Attachment: Revised Draft Land Use Element PJR/DST JRF-02-07-92(2:35pm)A:\CC\BFEH92 PAUL W. LAWRASON JR. JOHN E. WOZNIAK SCOTT MONTGOMERY BERNARDO M. PEREZ ROY E. TALLEY JR. Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember CITY OF MOORPARK GENERAL PLAN DRAFT LAND USE ELEMENT Prepared for: CITY OF MOORPARK Prepared by: PBR 18012 Sky Park Circle Irvine, California 92714 October 1991 REVISED FEBRUARY 7, 1992 0 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS City Council Mayor Paul W. Lawrason, Jr. Mayor Pro Tem Bernardo Perez Council Member Scott Montgomery Council Member John E. Wozniak 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 Pat Richards, Director of Community Development Debbie 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 9 2 281 245 4-G: 4-3.4 i LIST OF EXHIBITS Follows Exhibit No. Title Page 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. 3 241 4472 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. L. 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. 2: 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 1 State Department of Finance, 1990 Population and Housing estimates. 3 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 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 redevel- opment 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: 6 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, .. bra 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. 7 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 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: balanced community growth patterns land use compatibility maintaining suburban rural community character revitalization of the downtown area preservation of important natural features and visually prominent hillside areas overall intensity and density of land use decreases away from the valley floor/town center area K Orr 10 Policy 2.41: :K.PWALd-Li.1 .. p.... an amen e sphere Tog Ct CL ....................... .. ... of "**inf lue .... nce. io.-r......-t lin eeepera tien with adjaeent eities and the Getinty ef RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT GOAL 3: Provide a variety of housing types and opportuni- ties for all economic segments of the community. Policy 3.1: Pre _de A mix of residential densities NI ........... n .. e . eds of rayl.c.p.d which accommodates the housing needs .............................. all members of the community. Policy 3.2: ............. eemmunity iflde Reild.' :ednt:iiA .............. ............ . . h' 11 . ...................... I.ndi.l. do....variation of reside*.ntiaiprod*'uct type.s...., ... 10t sizes, and designs. GOAL 4: Promote upgrading and maintenance of existing housing. Policy 4.1: Eneeurage maintenanee ef The residential character of identifiable neighborhoods thre-` sueh Faeeha— ............... ....... ..................... as shah be may na ned new .................................................... .................... development.haue .C��a architectural . ...... design, .......Ian scape ....... an building setbacks, and eempatib building heights. Policy 4.2: Previde fer Streetscape improvements, landscape, and signage whieh ghhtl: uniquely identify and complement major and/or historic residential neigh- borhoods (i.e., .0*...,.��4:,.Hi Street, Charles Street, Mountain Meadows, Peach Hill, Campus Park, etc.). Policy 4.3: Previde f er the ....... ..... .......... . ..... ........... . ....... . protect d4:en and" preserveda-ien ex .... ...... neighber-heeds in order to - maintain their small- scale character and to avoid displacement of existing, conforming uses and population. GOAL 5: . ..... ap new residential develepment hou sinct which i . s compatible with the character of existing individual neighborhoods and minimizes land use incompatibility. 11 Policy 5.1: Multiple -family dwellings kza l bed u� oiled in C166proximity 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 : nitc in In :CX .... e:� 4p �r�t �n existing residential neighborhoods as desianated en the Land Use Plan. land ses ,:hied -are compatible with the scale and character of the surrounding neighborhood. .....:...::...... Policy 5.3: Greenbelt a areasIa` ................ l�e....provided around and within residential proiects SPECIFIC PLAN AREAS GOAL 6: Encourage the use of Specific Plans in the undevel- oped areas of the community. Policy 6. 1: E-----(-: the utilizatien of Specific Plans d al kaci as an effective 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 constraints 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 inten- sity of use determined appropriate for each Specif- ic 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 pro- posed to be annexed into the city limits shall not be exempted from a Specific Plan requirement. 12 COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT GOAL 7: Provide for a variety of commercial facilities which serve community residents and meet regional needs. Policy 7.§ Internal cross -connections between com- mercial uses pu&.., e:,,.pr. v .d so as to reduce the number of curb cuts and number of vehicle trips on adjacent roadways. GOAL 8: Provide for new commercial development which is compatible with surrounding land uses. Policy 8.1: Eneeu-rage New commercial uses to ha l be of com- patible scale and character with all adjacent uses. Policy 8.2: Require that Commercial developmentkz incorpo- rate design features such as s walls, land- scaping and setbacks, and include height and light- ing restrictions so as to minimize adverse impacts to adjacent uses. Policy 8.3: Require that Automobile and truck access to commer- .........._.. . cial properties shall be located so as to minimize impacts to adjacent sensitive uses. 13 Policy 9.5: Maintain The: civic center e�a�sia�t sk��u�a..'Vemain ......:::::::;: n the dcawnCown a:a to ���r�� enco.ura o the rev itaiization of: downtown. 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: tl New industrial devel- opment shoulel< b located adjacent to existing industrial uses and along major transportation corridors. Policy 10.2: Require Industrial uses sal incorporate design features, such as screen wal1s�, landscaping and setbacks, and include height, and lighting restrictions so as to minimize adverse impacts to adjacent areas. 14 Policy 10.3: industrial areas . 1.ndus:tri: :: :::areas:...sh.a:l::i: ...................... Policy 10.4: Industries which meet ;�z d local, .....................: regional and state air and water pollution control goals and standards s.Quld be encourage tea 1Qcat within thei.:: AGRICULTURE Policy 11.2: Policy 11.3: When new existing aria residential development is adjacent to agricultural uses, establish �et'ba +200-foot minimum widths setbael�' eha11 Eneeurager Agricultural uses in buffer areas between Moorpark and adjacent communities sh 1 >]ae> c u ' ` c€ . ............... ............... PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES GOAL 12: Policy 12 .2 Ensure that a full range of public facilities and services are provided to meet the needs of the community. 15 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT GOAL 13: Achieve a well-balanced and diversified economy within the city which provides a variety of econom- ic and employment opportunities. Policy 13.1: Werk tewards A balanced job/housing ratio hc�l d::b Policy 13.2: Eneeurage New commercial and industrial uses which will generate long-term employment opportunities and diversify the community's employment base shall be encouraged. fair share—ef the—eest ef previding adequate pu b l i e--s erviee s--and - f a eilities 16 PRESERVATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ..... GOAL 14: Establish land used patterns and #iee"I"­marxt intensities which are compatible with scenic and natural resources and which are sensi- tive to environmental hazards. Policy 14.1: EneeuEage New development whieh is 1'aI } located and designed to minimize adverse visual and/or environmental impacts to the community. Policy14 .2 : Pref ete � N developments w1i%e# atal respect, work with, and complement the natural features of the land. Policy 14 .3 : Regulate New development se— that It deee Y al not .................. contribute to or cause hazardous conditions. ;.::....... Policy 14.4: Genserve— and —enhanee The area adjacent to ke Arroyo Simi floodwayha11 be preserved and e. WdW as an important natural. """"arid scenic feature of the community. GOAL 15: Policy 15.1: Policy 15.2: Maintain a high quality environment that contrib- utes to and enhances the quality of life and pro- tects public health,. safety and welfare. and p a tie including riparian and 'oak woodland ve etation and mature trees eens ste withg , p�-ee-t d.7 City Code jj Ecologically sensitive habi- tats shall be protected and preserved. Policy 15.3: reserve Natural and cultural resources having sgzzaxcar educational, scientific, scenic, recre- ational or social value shall be..:rotectd ancI pro$. . 0WJ Policy 15.4: zo mainLeFhE1f1ee x.n ana ennanceme -aE air quality for the health and well-being of city residents result in a negative impaet en air quality. Policy 15.5: Hege�re that Any proposed hazardous waste facility 's.al;l be consistent with the County Hazardous Waste Management Plan siting criteria. Policy 15.6 Reggie Commercial, industrial and manufacturing uses t-e 8.Y l'1 implement recycling programs. Policy 15.7: Bneeurage Efficient/effective siting, operation and ................................. maintenance of sanitation facilitiesa'>>> neourade.d to minimize offensive odors and ds- charges from the sanitation plant. COMMUNITY APPEARANCE GOAL 16: Policy 16.1: Enhance and maintain the suburban/rural identity of the community. Establish h:a:;Policy 16.2: Hillside development standards :'::;::b:e. ccdC3p f;d which "restrict" grading on slopes greater than 20 percent and which encourage the preserva- tion of visual horizon lines and significant hill- sides as prominent visual features. (Conceptual Horizon Lines are shown on Exhibit 5, located at the back of this document.) :::.:.:... Policy 16 .3 : Require TY e overall density and intensity of development decrease as the slope increases on slopes greater than to percent. W. Policy 17.1: themes --and —eharaeter that sheuld be -maintained or ieh weuld then be—app3ieable te—redeveiepment-, refftedelifig and infill pre j e^es Policy 17.2: Identifiable entryways for the overall community, and unique or principal business/commercial districts of the city core and transportation corridors) should be nq:vura:g. . Policy 17.3: Establish Design st andards for city entryways on the south (Moorpark Freeway); east (SR-118 freeway), north (Walnut Canyon Road and future SR-23 extension), and west (Los Angeles Avenue) , which encourage landscape setbacks, $.; monumentation and other special design treatments to enhance gateways to the city. Policy 17.4: �aeu n' t-he—es�ab�ent—ef Design concepts hould...e..estaYlled for the overall community and for specal�""treatment areas, such as the downtown district, which may include guidelines for archi- tecture, landscape architecture, signage, streetscape, and infrastructure. Policy 17.5: New development ahQuld ncQr . orate* a variety of landscape :... T�;:; y p architecture themes and techniques to help organize and delineate land uses and to enhance the overall visual quality of the city. 19 Policy 17.7: Policy 17.8: l< W iGh p avid visual relief and separation uad between land uses of conflicting ................................................ ............................................... ui.tee Undergrounding of utilities i cell; b*' r %Xped in conjunction with develo merit ro'ects whenever feasible. Policy 17.9:e Visual impacts of above -grade utility structures, such as water storage tanks, water check valve, electric and telephone boxes, etc.::'' s;a�. banxm�d through use of landscaping, materials; and colors that blend with the environ- ment. Policy 17. 10: Limit Residential construction 'ltc' ''> 't '' e . to two-story and commercial and industrial to three- story heights. Policy 18.3: Utilize The established redevelopment authority id shsed to provide for the revitalization of the downtown area. Policy 18.4: Sze The creation of both residential and com- mercial historic districts, and the upgrading of historic structures shQud'be ec©u'; aged. Policy 18.5: Bneeurage— design —se3uiens fer New development in the downtown area whieh premete .S: o lci corp..ra e the careful use of compatible or similar construe= tion materials and architectural style, so as not to detract from the integrity of historical fea- tures. NEI Policy 18.6: Bneeurage the use ef Creative programs in far resolving the parking problems of commercial uses ........................................................... on High Street and Moorpark Avenue sIb±'atr P ................ ........................................................... 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 Ranges Residential density 9 '^e—give=vsded fer frive--vithe s c%=crc yes identlal land use—eategeries as shown in Table -beo,rr- each of the residential land use classifications listed in Table 2 the maximum density for new development shall be the density shown in Column A. The City Council may approve indieates an a1-lewable range of devel-epment density. Emeept fer--speeial eiresh-astanees; The maxiffitun allewable—development density ptted withi , 21 ........................... .......................... Tab <2 REST 7ENTT r. T,AN1 TJEE DESIf%IATIC)NS .... : teitentia3 Ides ciat ian �1iamum �en� i t*` S Ues i ter: Limit*` .... .... ......... . . ........: M. ......... ......... ......... ...... ......... ......... .. i::......... • and e�e- rx h e#elds; le,, !ewer, and faedian ineeme h e#elds; the needs ef the senier eitizens and iand, with the size and leeatlen ethe —p � t and with tie—S c i�6 eeZ— F ei€le wide amenities inelude, are-new4faitedte Generally, a density benus- may -be awarded to allow residential develepmee-t-whle# emeeeds the -tar -get density up to the average - density ef eaeh residential aategem . Where emeept=eaal publie amenities a -Ord/ e r a f f erdab le-#eu sing- is previded-by a prej ee t, a density benus may be - granted -to-allew develepment whieh emeeeds the average density up to the -maximum -density - lewed-for a-partieula= eategery 22 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 units per acre) This designation is intended for residential development character- ized 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 2.9 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 character- ized 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 acreages 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 dcvelepe' under W tl this designation should exhibit adequate and convenient access to local collector streets and be conveniently serviced by neighborhood commercial and recreational facilities. _ r 23 VH - Very High Density Residential (10.0 20 dwelling units per acre) This designation is intended for residential development character- ized at the lower end of the density range by multiple family attached units and at the upper end of the density range by apartment and condominium buildings. It is intended that this category utilize innovative site planning, provide onsite recre- ational amenities and be located in close proximity to major community facilities, business centers and major arterials. SP - Specific Plan This designation allows for the preparation of a specific plan as described in detail in subsequent sections of this document (pages 24 to 39). C-1 - Neighborhood Commercial (.25 FAR)2 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. This designatien has-been- lee-t t��rix established whieh eeeur the dewntewn te ref of usesa ±n eere, Railread- High tenth ef- the -Seuthern-raeifre Street. and -seuth-ef Emsting eemmereial and G 1 designatren. Hewever, expanslen ef existing -industrial es berehab!! itated / rep l by industrial aeed c^:d use -des ignatien but fflay- net uses eenferming t e the !--I -be-expanded. I-1 - Light Industrial (.38 FAR) 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. 24 I-2 - Medium Industrial (.38 FAR) This designation is intended to provide for intensive industrial uses including light manufacturing, processing, fabrication and __; t other non -hazardous industrial uses;:::;: ce�ksis-�cert-rv-rcri The M-2 Medium Indus i tr al Zone a€ ''' << <. the c it s Zoning ::.:::::::::. r............:.::.;::::=x�...: a..�.�.: =d . 1T.......... Y 9 .. Ordinance::,::: s etr i nt �ri.th...the::..T..2;deA ana: lon. 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 - Utility This designation identifies major public utility facilities. 25, PUB - Public/Institutional This designation identifies public facilities, including: government buildings, libraries, fire stations, and community service centers but excludes jail facilities. FLDWY - Floodwav 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 t, ety oun61 will consider in determining whether a plan is appropriate for the area concerned. These criteria include natural features and topographic con- straints, 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 et-sa the City Counc�a will consider in determining :77-whether a plan is appropriate for the area concerned. 26 Based upon the city's implementation of the Land Use Element Goals and Policies, specific plan areas containing significant con- straints may result in reduced development intensity and greater amounts of open space from that proposed on 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 document identify the location and the each of the eight 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 of the total acreage for open space. The land use-eempesit-len fer speeifie-plan numbers-4 pereent epen spaee-ferall -s-pee-ifie-plans, The land uses proposed within specific plan 3 include residential uses at an ever l- mazamuzi density c3 vn dwelling unite per acre. Per gress residential aere fer- this speeifie plan is assumed. As noted earlier, residential densities exceeding the d6igft. could be granted at the discretion of the Moorpark City Council for projects that are consistent with the S:tie Density Bonus haw and G y..Muna e p C. p e is ens-identifie x-Seeren 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 Poindexter Avenue and the Gabbert Road crosses the plan area. Generally, the rolling hillsides which are 27. 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 d seam e$ on slopes greater than 20 percent ....:..:...:::....::::. and development d-' �....p 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 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 o�e h t preservation, habitat enhancement:," ea: or replacement. Archaeology- The P": j a ' will be evaluated P P .. to determine whether archaeological resources occur o W..th r e...vvexa pa �r and their potential significance. Public Services/Infrastructure - Water, sewer, gas and electric service to the prejeet site ems: ><< »>'<, .e plan aria will be provided through service extensions from existing transmission lines in the surrounding area. Circulation - The prejeet-cf>' `'>ra circulation network will require consideration for topographical constraints, viewshed issues, and the adjacent Southern Pacific railroad tracks,—; a -Rd shall provide protection for the conceptual alignment of the future SR-118 freeway corridor::; y Tire-peee shall ensure that roadway rights -of -way 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 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 sdepecac glaa :area is characterized as a gently sloping plateau with prominent hillsides in the northern section��e ser c is currently vacant and used for seasonal grazing. Opportunities and Constraints Site planning pecz p. .. a a eve apm zzt issues will be addressed during specific plan preparation and --subsequent review, and include: Topography- Existing steep hillsides o�� w.�th�:j thep:ec ....g P �.�.�� plan sie'a require a complete evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, and other potential geotechnical constraints-ef the-prejeet area during the development/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is diseeuraged t�r>tfx..c edj on ... s opes greater than 20 percent and development prchlted 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. 29 X. 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 owe b� preservation, habitat enhancement:;:; or replacement. .................................................................. Archaeology- The c `1rc will be evaluated F;;::.;:.;;: ;:.;:.;;:<::::; ....;;;;;:.;:.:;; . ,. to determine whether archaeologicaY resources ....... occur ensite r� a17 ver...�1.,_pa1�:are and their potential significance. Public Services/Infrastructure - Water, sewer, gas and electric service to the ' > > Iti'i'> � s� will be provided .: P F _ through service extensions from existing transmission lines in the surrounding area. irc - C ulation .... circa i�e�-eeta��:�, 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 pcf gXan 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 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 ¢? acres Park S5 acres School 9 acres e e s (publie uses s u-e h as libraries, ire statiens, et - aeres Open Space 190 acres 30 OVERLAY DESIGNATION Open Space 1 Rural Low Specific Plan 3 ................w............ » ............................ ..... acres 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 Moorpark College. Generally, the she s`> >1d `1 n" re` 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 `'` <<z . Opportunities and Constraints Site planningpec p a area deve Qpz�tezt issues will be 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 diseeuEa restra..ted on slopes greater than 20 percent and development proh bited 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 haL : 'a.. preservation, habitat enhancement;;;: or replacement. Archaeology - The prejeet site speCifi plan area will be evaluated to determine whether archaeological resources occur ensite r.t1hin the>.overall plan area and their potential significance. 31 Public Services/Infrastructure - Water, sewer, gas and electric ..................................................................... service to the .: ;r_c will be provided P................... P............................. through service extensions fr................................m sting transmission lines in the surrounding area. ................................................................... Circulation - The !''i circulation network P.......................P.......................... will require consideration for its relationship to topographical constraints, viewshed issues, and its relationship to the SR-23 freeway. The pejeet 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 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 ....................... ....................... ...................... Planning Area Outside City Limits 32, ....................................................... Specific Plan 4 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 �eeuraged tt t d on slopes greater than 20 percent and development ..........:.......;,::.:::.:::.:...::....:.::„...... P P prca�te 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 ��e b t t preservation, habitat enhancement::{:: or replacement. Archaeology - The prejeet site sipeei plan area will be evaluated to determine whether archaeological resourceI.s occur ensite yr t.h: the ©verall 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. Public Services - 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. 34 .......................................................i))\:ii::ii:• iiiiiii:•ii'riiiiiiiiiiiii}:• ?i �:•:•:•}::ii:?:•::•5iiiiii'ri'rii'ii'r'r'r'r'i'r:>�i::iiiiiii;i:;;y:yii'r!iiii'riiiiii:i�iiiiijji;:ii}}ij'ri'iiiiiiji}$i>iiii::::>:: iiiii:?�}i:•::::iS;i:R:';:•:•::•ir:•.'• .............................. .................. ............ Floodway - Because the Arroyo Las Posas bisects the site pFik'c, appropriate flood control measures shall be considered ........:..:................... in�t..he 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 g Sg G fa . P.1 as ea d ve opmen 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 ensile fia'blti& preservation, habitat enhancements:. or replacement. 35 Archaeology - TheX.Vecalae <'1a`>area will be evaluated yt:o� determine whether archaeological resources occur owe vT€<kni ............::::.: ©verallp1anra and their potential significance. 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 s>i`::<: ::;>;::, circ .. .. n ulation network shall provide consideration for its relationship to and integration with the existing arterials located within the site "';jr ar±a and the adjacent Southern Pacific railroad tracks. The pre�ee �pec..f.... 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 36 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 site ``a'�"1a'<aa .;:.;;:<.;;:.::<;.;:.;:.;:.;:.;:.;;......:::. a terrain varies from rolling hillsides to flatter reas on the valley floor. The majority of this specific plan area is currently occupied by agricultural uses. Opportunities and Constraints Site plann!:RgSp f....o plan c rer de ?elt pme3lt 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 diseeura ed e;S't i d on slopes greater than 20 percent and development _ gc_ pr'phl b.tiad 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 MbItAt preservation, habit enhancement:.: or replacement. Archaeology - The spee�fcplan area. will be evaluated to determine whether archaeolo ical resources occur o���� w.x.�hzz g ;te ............. the overall plan area and their potential significance. ......... ......... .... . Agriculture - This specific plan shall address the viability and maintenance of "Prime" and "Statewide Significance" farmlands which occur emote rai hin :the flan ae. 37 Public Services - 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. ..................................................................... ..................................................................... Circulation - The prejeet ; 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 (0 2 Caere- t 1 du/acre maximum densi,tV for res...den a d6ii&lopztmentt and 40 ae r_ Miim duJIQ adreq for viable agricultural land) Neighborhood 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 she t".0"tra"'in 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 Site planning Specifiq plan area dvelpment; issues to be addressed during specific plan* preparation and subsequent review will include: 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 OhIbUd 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 ens ce ix'O.ffit preservation, habitat enhancement;;: or replacement. Archaeology - The sped p will be evaluated to determine whether arc haeolo gical resources occur owe �ri.thri theplan p e and their potential significance. 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 - 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. Circulation - The prejeet s:eci�c �1an 'area; circulation network shall provide consideration for topography, viewshed, and its relationship to and integration with the existing arterials located within the shepufi:area. 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. 39 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 du/aere—�-1 du/acre maximum d ar a� s.�dezzt.� a d �se:.�apmen and ae ................... 3dix/40 aere1 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 planning Speca plan a�a cev�:vpment issues to be addressed during specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include: Topography- Existing steep hillsides en�e wIh n tkleAega g P ���;}.. plan area require a complete evaluation of steep slopes, -unstable soils, and other potential geotechnical constraints of the prej�t plan area during the development/review of this specific plan. Consistent with city policy, grading is diseeuicaged resir.*q.ted on .: ... slopes greater than 20 percent and development pin 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. 40 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 it .................. I ....... ............. ............. preservation, abit eRse h la eservation, hat enhancement*.. or replacement. ...A ... t4.. Archaeology - The pr-ejeet: site :A:::::f be evaluated Pe will ............. to determine whether arc haeo 1 oresources­­', ... :n occur ensite th.. and their potential significance. Agriculture - This specific plan will address the viability and maintenance of the limited "Prime" and "Statewide Significance" h- farmlands which occur ensite . I. ....... r A. Public Services Water, gas and electric service to the prejeet ............ will be provided through ensite improve- .......... Spe. s ite .......... ments ... h6 ... . :. I" and service extensions from existing ................. ..... .................................. transmission lines in t e"surrounding area. Sewer service is not currently available and would need to be provided for all urban uses. circulation network Circulation - The prejeet re ...................... shall provide consideration for its reiationship 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 prejeet shall ensure that roadway right-of-ways ... ...... ... . .. ... I ................. 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 (0 2 du/aere at I du/acre maximum d" Et';: ........... ... .......................... --req.1 e V6.-I bj4�,fit` and 40 aere fn±n±ffl ......... . .. for viable agricultural land) 41 Neighborhood Commercial Agriculture (Statewide and prime Open Space Schools Parks Public/Institutional agricultural land) 6.0 LAND USE PLAN STATISTICAL SUMMARY The following table (Land Use Plan - summarizes the approximate acreages units resulting from each of the land ed on the Land Use Plan maps for th 3 acres 136 acres 1,091 acres 20 acres 60 acres To be determined in Specific Plan e c PP9.9 .e.q. The actual number Of dwelling units constructed 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 —land use —desienseud alle,r -fer a combined total of up to 19,680 dwelling units t-euld 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. 42 xx Table 3 LAND USE PLAN - STATISTICAL SUMMARY City Unincorporated Total Planning Land Use Desianation 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 (At Buildout) TOTAL POPULATION*** (At Buildout) 14,127 du 38,587 5,553 du 19,680 du 15,336 53,923 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 INDUSTRLAL 285 ac - 285 ac (.38 FAR) AGl 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) City Unincorporated Total Planning Land Use Desimnation 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 I� rr 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. 44 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. in ad:' : entethe-teeas.,res--established in the general plan itselff ether implementatienmeasures are derived f=efa the-eity'Teerper-ate and lie - granted t ' e--fie;'--" g �-s ate..: 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,—J.. to enforce building housing codes,,— to establish park dedication requirements,— aiid to utilize environmental and design review procedures when considering development proposals..—: 3fflglementat measures derived he emsy' ee a=ate ato .:............ "neiude ......ithe construction of streets water, and sewer facilities, artd to equfke the acquisition and development of parkland, the.acquistion 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 (5) years this element shall be evaluated regarding its consistency with other General Plan elements and community goals. 44 Implementation Measures 1. U e the Land Use Ma�p ej e shall: beusedto 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 re amen*. 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 aftd as identified in the updated Circulation Element. Update Safety Element to reflect potential hazard areas in relation to proposed land uses as identified in the ............... updated Land Use 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 zeft±fig --dinanee and map in der to ensure eensi:steney withthe General Plan Land Use Map-. 5. The —cityhal Utilize the State Subdivision Map Act to regulate the design and improvement of subdivisions within the city. 6. The —erT 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. 45 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. 11. Utilize preferential aseessments—suehas conservation, open space and scenic easements as a means of conserving open space in accordance with the Land Use Plan Map 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, parks, recreation and open space, solid waste management, and transportation issues. 13. The —eity—teall Base all official regulatory land use and development control decisions on consistency with the Genera_ Plat Land Use Element. Periodic review of all implementation measures shall be made in order to ensure consistency with the General -�nl� . Gene -Land Use Ma-p . 14. The-e-ity 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 plan 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 an application for submittal to the Ventura County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) to amend the city's sphere of influence boundary for proper planning of the probable, ultimate physical boundaries and service area of the city. 46 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 study area in 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 hillside development ?au reculatic >:cvE?lc�nm+x�# .: +- U z�au.0 �na;n iu percent, �e restricting grading on sYopes greater than. 20 percent, t-e protect. g visually prominent horizon lines within hillside areas, and tLe protect- ...:.:. n ::..: environmentally sensitive areas. 26. Utilize the city's mature tree ordinance in order to implement preservation guidelines for mature oaks and other mature trees. 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 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 ar- eas, open space areas, agricultural ar- eas, community facilities and any other 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 con- cerned. Based upon the city's implemen- tation 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 statisti- cal 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. Infrastructure Plan: Infrastructure systems necessary to sup- port the Land Use Plan will be prepared to address improvement requirements for water facilities, wastewater facilities, drainage facilities, and other utilities. MM 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 (includ- ing architectural style, materials, col- ors, fencing, and walls, etc.) and a conceptual mass grading plan. Implementation Plan: An implementation plan will be prepared which identifies site development stan- dards (including permitted uses, setbacks, height limitations, etc.), administrative procedures for plan modi- fications 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 Gefiffaunity DevelepFfient Department 3 will review the plan and shall . . 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 deve'-..p...ent . . 4. Circulation, utilities and other infrastructure and public service needs 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 49 C. Environmental considerations D. Economic considerations 1. Ef€^men Tax base 2.fe t en Employment 3. Demographic effects 4. Effeet an Community facilities and services 5. Market need 50