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Resolution No. PC-2004-14 Page Two 3. The subdivision, together with its design and improvement, is consistent with the General Plan. The PUD was found to be consistent with the General Plan, and this subdivision is based on and consistent with that development plan. As proposed, the subdivision is compatible with the objectives, policies, land uses, and programs specified in the General Plan. Therefore, this finding can be made. 4. The subdivision site is physically suitable for the type and density of development. The site would be contour graded with the flat pad areas of the different lots stepping down the slope towards Sunset Creek Lane. The geotechnical studies have found the site suitable for development with only normal issues for foundations, etc. The planned grading will create minimum slopes to control runoff and allow gravity utilities (sewers, storm drains) to function. The North Sycamore Specific Plan, with which this project is consistent, addressed the developability of this site and determined the appropriate density for this site; the proposed project is less than the density allowed pursuant to the Specific Plan and has been designed to minimize issues with adjacent properties. Therefore, this finding can be made. 5. The design of the subdivision and improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife in their habitat. Pretreatment of urban storm water runoff is built into the project's design through the use of swales on Lot 5. A condition of approval has been added requiring vegetated swales to be used in the final grading and landscape design of Lots I through 4 to provide storm water pretreatment on these lots. Best management practices are required to minimize construction stage impacts. All environmental issues were addressed in the EIR for the North Sycamore Specific Plan, and measures to mitigate any impacts have been incorporated into the development. Therefore, this finding can be made. 6. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious public health problems. The subdivision is designed to be served by all City utilities and services at established service levels. Full water and sewer service is included. The street design keeps street traffic at satisfactory residential street volumes. The site is free from any toxic or hazardous materials. No earthquake, landslide, flooding, or other natural hazards exist at this site at a level deemed "unacceptable" in the General Plan. Therefore, this finding can be made.