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City of Pleasanton 2023-2031 (6th Cycle) Housing Element Update CEQA Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations 68 FirstCarbon Solutions Https://adecinnovations.sharepoint.com/sites/PublicationsSite/Shared Documents/Publications/Client (PN-JN)/2148/21480022/FOF/21480022 Pleasanton Housing Element FOF.docx Park and Recreational Facilities: The geographic context for the analysis of cumulative impacts of parks and recreational facilities includes the city limits. All cumulative projects would be required to comply with City ordinances and General Plan policies and programs that address parks and recreational facilities, such as paying capital facilities fees and dedicating public park acreage in areas designated for park use on the General Plan map. Future development would not be cumulatively considerable. As discussed under Impact PSR-6, development consistent with the Housing Element would not increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities, such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated. As discussed under Impact PSR-7, the construction or expansion of parks and other recreational facilities are not expected to result in an adverse physical effect on the environment. Potential impacts would be reduced through the contribution of the capital facilities fee to ensure facilities at these locations are adequately maintained and sufficient to accommodate growth associated with cumulative development (Draft Program EIR, Page 3.13-38–41). 1.5.14 - Transportation Potential Effect Impact TRANS-1: Development consistent with the Housing Element Update, rezonings, General Plan and Specific Plan Amendments would not conflict with a program plan, ordinance or policy of the circulation system, including transit, roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities. (Draft Program EIR, Page 3.14-21). Findings: Less than significant impact. Facts in Support of Findings: Future potential development consistent with the Housing Element Update would contribute to and increase use of transit, roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian facilities in the city. Development consistent with the Housing Element Update is not forecasted to generate transit, roadway, bicycle, or pedestrian use that would exceed the capacity of area facilities to serve that demand. Development consistent with the Housing Element Update would be required to adhere to all applicable General Plan goals, policies, and programs and applicable goals, policies, and programs included in the Hacienda Design Guidelines and Vineyard Avenue Corridor Specific Plan, as well as all applicable City guidelines, standards, and specifications related to the circulation systems, including transit, roadway, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities. Modifications to new transit, roadway, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities would be in accordance with all applicable federal, State, and local policies. General Plan Policy 4 in the Land Use Element strictly states that all development must be consistent with the General Plan Land Use Map. Policy 9 supports the development and infill of new housing in areas conveniently located near transportation hubs or local commercial areas. Both policies are listed under Goal 2 which encourages a well-rounded community with desirable neighborhoods, support growing employment, and host a variety of community facilities. General Plan Goal 3 in the Land Use Element promotes development occurring in an efficient, logical, and orderly fashion. Policy 23 emphasizes the importance of regulating the number of housing units approved each year with the goal of adequately planning infrastructure to ensure a predictable growth rate.