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O NE B RO A D WA Y P LA Z A P RO J E CT E I R A D DE N DU M CI T Y O F S A NT A A NA 5. Environmental Analysis Page 24 PlaceWorks 5.1 AESTHETICS 5.1.1 Summary of Previous Environmental Analysis The Certified EIR determined that the mass and scal e of the Approved Project would be taller than the existing one to two-story structures on the Project Site and surrounding buildings. The mass and scale of the Approved Project would be in contrast to the existing development pattern in the area and would be visible from many areas across Santa Ana. However, the Approved Project’s design would not visually degrade the project area, and it would not obstruct views to or from parks, open space, or landmarks as none exist near the site. The Approved Project would create shade and shadow impacts to adjacent land uses that are not impacted from shade from land uses on the Project Site. Due to the App roved Project’s size, the Certified EIR determined that impacts to visual impacts and shade pattern would be signi ficant and adverse. The office tower and parking structure would be developed with non-reflective surfaces and would result in a less than significant impact relating to glare. The Approved Project would introduce more light to the project area that could impact adjacent land uses, however implementation of mitigation measure AS -1 would reduce impacts to a less than significant level. 5.1.2 Impacts Associated with the Proposed Project Would the Proposed Project: Environmental Issues Substantial Change in Project Requiring Major EIR Revisions Substantial Change in Circum-stances Requiring Major EIR Revisions New Information Showing New or Increased Significant Effects Less Than Significant Impact/No Changes or New Information Requiring Preparation of an EIR No Impact a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? x b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? x c) In non-urbanized area, substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of public views of the site and its surroundings? (Public views are those that are experienced from publicly accessible vantage point.) If the project is in an urbanized area, would the project conflict with applicable zoning and other regulations governing scenic quality? x d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? x 5 - 78