32A - TRACT MAP - 4010 W MCFADDEN AVE

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TTM No. 2015 -04 DBA No. 2015 -01 December 14, 2015 Page 3 Project Analvsis The project requires approval of a tentative tract map to allow the parcel to be subdivided into five condominium units for sale to individual buyers. In addition, the project requires approval of a density bonus agreement (DBA) application to allow construction of the fifth unit in excess of the maximum number of units allowed by the LR -7 General Plan land use designation for the property. Staff has prepared the following analyses, which form the basis for the recommendation contained in this report. Tentative Tract Map Tentative tract map requests are governed by Section 34 -119 through 34-318 of the SAMC. Tentative tract map requests may be granted when it can be shown that the project is consistent with the General Plan; conforms to all applicable requirements of the zoning, subdivision, and other applicable City codes and ordinances; is physically suitable for the type and density of the proposed project; will not cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish and wildlife or their habitat; will not cause serious public health problems; and will not conflict with easements necessary for public access. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the LR -7 land use designation; however, the DBA application, if approved, will allow construction of the fifth unit to exceed the prescribed maximum density. Additional information on the DBA application is provided in the Density Bonus Agreement subsection on the following page. The proposed subdivision is consistent with several policies within the Land Use Element of the General Plan, including: Policy 1.5 (Maintain and foster a variety of residential land uses in the City); Policy 1.7 (Support open space in underserved areas); and Policy 3.1 (Support development which provides a positive contribution to neighborhood character and identity). Moreover, the proposed subdivision conforms to the minimum requirements as well as meets the letter and intent of the State of California Subdivision Map Act provisions. The project is in keeping with the site plan review for the project as well as Chapters 34 and 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC &Rs) are required for the project, which need to be approved by the City prior to the recordation of the final map. Further, there are no physical constraints on the site that preclude development of the site. The proposed site consists of approximately 0.60 acres of land that is physically suitable for the residential development as proposed, The proposed subdivision will not cause any substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish and wildlife or their habitat. The parcel is located in an urbanized area, and there are no known fish or wildlife populations existing on the project site. The proposed subdivision will not have any detrimental effects upon the general public and qualifies for a categorical exemption under the provisions of the California 32A -5