1987 Local Coastal Program (inactive)CITY OF ENCINITAS
LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM
A supplement to the
City of Encinitas
General Plan
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION ............................
SAwN DIEGUITO COASTAL ZONE LOCATION MAP ................
STATEMENT OF NON-APPLICABILITY ...................
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Coastal Access .....................
Recreation and Visitor Serving Facilities .......
Environmentally Sensitive Habitats ...........
Water and Marine Resources ..............
Hazard Areas .....................
Agriculture .....................
Visual Resources and Special Communities ........
Diking, Dredging, Filling, and Shoreline Structures . .
Commercial Fishing and Recreational Boating ......
Planning and Locating New Development & Public Works.
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MAPS
LAND USE ELEMENT (San Dieguito Inset Map)
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES OVERLAY CATEGORIES
VISUAL RESOURCES PLAN
ACCESS COMPONENT
! NTRODUCT ION
PURPOSE
The California Coastal Act of 1976 declares that "to achieve maximum
responsiveness to local conditions, accountability, and public accessibility
it is necessary to rely heavily on local government and local land use planning
procedures'.and enforcement" in carrying out the State's coastal objectives
and policies. To this end, the Act directs each local government lying wholly
or partly within the coastal zone to prepare a Local CoaStal Program (LCP) for
its portion of the coastal zone.
The Local Coastal Programs consist of two parts; the plan and implementation
phases. This document, along with accompanying maps, and other pertinent
parts of the existing County General Plan are intended to constitute the
"plan" part of the County's LCP for the San Dieguito coastal zone.
After the total LCP (plan and implementation) has been certified by the State
Coastal Commission, County government will assume responsibility for adminis-
tering coastal development. In other words, the County will take over the
present duties of the Regional Coastal Commission in carrying out the coastal
management program. The State Coastal Commission will hear only limited
appeals from local decisions.
EFFECT OF THIS PLAN
This plan is intended to amend the coastal (inset) portion of the San Dieguito
Comnunity Plan. Where any policies or maps herein are inconsistent with the
existing San Diegutto Community Plan the provisions of this plan shall prevail.
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT
This document consists of text and four (4) maps (including the San Dieguito
Community Plan Land Use {Inset) Map). Together they represent both the Local
Coastal Plan for the San Dieguito coastal zone and an amendment to the San
Dieguito Community Plan.
The text includes a series of proposed policies for a number of subject areas
related to .State coastal policies set forth in the Coastal Act. It also con-
tains the rationale, including the basis of the Coastal Act, leading to the
proposed policies.
The maps illustrate {1) land use, {2) overlay designations where special
restrictions or actions are required, {3) coastal access component, and
{4) the visual resources component.
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AREA COVERED
BY THIS PLAN
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COUNTY OF SAN OIl:GO /
i COASTAL ZONE AREA
COVERED BY THIS PLAN
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NON-APPL ICAB IL ITY
APPLICATIONS FOR TIME EXTENSIONS ON PROJECTS WHICH
HAVE BEEN APPROVED BY THE COUNTY AND THE COASTAL
COMMISSION PRIOR TO THE EFECTIVE DATE OF THIS PLAN
ARE EXEMPT FROM REVIEW PURSUANT TO THIS PLAN.
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POLICY GROUP 00/10
COASTAL ACCESS
POLICY O1 SHORELINE ACCESS - GENERAL
Because
(A)
Article X, Section 4 of the California Constitution directs that
access to navigable water shall "...always be attainable for the
people thereof" and that "...the legislature shall enact such law
as will give the most liberal construction to this provision"
(emphasis added); and
(B)
The California Coastal Act of 1976 requires that "...maximum access
(to the shoreline)...shall be provided for all people..." (C.A.
30210); and
(C) California beaches are a national recreational resource, and in
San Diego County, beaches attract more people than any other
recreational facility; and
(D) San Dieguito beach attendance has been increasing at a steady
rate over the last several years and the present level of use
is expected to more than double in the next 15-20 years;
THE COUNTY WILL CONTINUE TO ACTIVELY PROTECT AND DEFEND THE PUBLIC'S CONSTITU-
TIONALLY GUARANTEED RIGHT OF PHYSICAL ACCESS TO THE SHORELINE.
POLICY 02 LATERAL SHORELINE ACCESS
Because
(A)
Vertical shoreline access is very limited due to steep coastal
bluffs, therefore increasing the dependence of beach visitors
on lateral access; and ..
(B)
A unique opportunity exists in San Dieguito for continuous unim-
peded lateral access along its 8.5 miles of shoreline which
connects ten County and State parks and beaches; and
(c)
A few beach areas between the mean high tide line and the foot
of the bluff that are not in public ownership show evidence of
public prescriptive rights; and
(D)
County and State lifeguards depend on a continuous stretch of
beach to effectively patrol the shoreline in their emergency
vehicles;
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THE COUNTY WILL COOPERATE WITH THE STATE TO ENSURE THAT LATERAL BEACH ACCESS
IS PROTECTED AND ENHANCED TO THE MAXI~IUM DEGREE FEASIBLE, AND WILL CONTINUE
TO FORMALIZE SHORELINE PRESCRIPTIVE RIGHTS. IRREVOCABLE OFFERS OF DEDICATION
FOR LATERAL ACCESSWAYS BETWEEN THE MEAN HIGH TIDE LINE AND THE BASE OF THE
COASTAL BLUFFS SHALL BE REQUIRED IN NEW DEVELOPHENT CONSISTENT WITH SECTION
30212 OF THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL ACT OF 1976.
POLICY 03 VERTICAL SHORELINE ACCESS
Because
(A)
Coastal Commission guidelines call for vertical accessways at
intervals of every 5-10 lots where the only available public parking
is on local streets, and approximately one-half mile intervals where
sustantial public parking is available; and
(B)
The Coastal Act (C.A. 30212) modifies the requirement of maximum
vertical access in recognition' of the need to protect fragile coastal
resources and the need to protect the rights of private property
owners (C.A. 30210); and
(c)
Due to the unique profile of the San Dieguito shoreline, provision of
acessways at intervals of every 5-10 lots would not be feasible nor
environmentally sound since about 80% of the beach is backed by
fragile steep bluffs; and
(D)
Board Policy 1-34 (1971) and the County's adopted Beach Access
Program (1975) specify an average of one-third mile intervals between
access points and more frequently than one-third mile under certain
circumstances;
THE COUNTY WILL REAFFIR[1 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' POLICY 1-34 AND THE APROVED
COUNTY BEACH ACCESS PROGRAH (1975) WITH CERTAIN [IODIFICATIONS AS NOTEO
BELOW:
1. THE COUNTY WILL ENCOURAGE THE STATE TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN THE EXISTING
PARKING AND BEACH ACCESS EASEMENT AT NORTH SEA BLUFF VILLAGE IN ORDER TO
INCREASE ACCESS TO SOUTH CARLSBAD STATE BEACH;
2. THE COUNTY WILL CONSTRUCT AN ACCESSWAY AT "D" STREET.
3. THE COUNTY WILL DELETE THE BEACH ACCESS PROGRAM (1975) PROPOSED "F" STREET
~ND "j" STREET ACCESS FRO~I THAT PLAN.
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THE COUNTY WILL COOPERATE WITH THE STATE IN PLANNING FOR THE CARDIFF AND
SAN ELIJO STATE BEACH AREA AND THE SOUTH CARLSBAD STATE BEACH AREA, TO
INCREASE THE EXTERNAL ACCESSIBILITY AND USEABILITY OF THESE BEACHES, AS
WELL AS ENHANCING THEIR VISITOR-SERVINCPOTENTIAL; AND
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THE COUNTY WILLBUPPORT CONTINUING USE OF THE 18 EXISTING PUBLIC SEA LEVEL
BEACH AND BLUFF-BACKED BEACH ACCESSWAYS AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THOSE
ACCESSWAYS IN THE VICINITY OF ATHENA STREET, AND AT SEASCAPE SHORES,
PROPOSED BY THE BOARD APPROVED BEACH ACCESS PROGRAM (1975).
(See Acceess Component Map)
POLICY 04 BEACH USE
Because
(A)
The California Coastal Act (C.A. 30212.5) requires that public
facilities be distrubuted throughout an area so as to mitigate against
the impacts, social and otherwise, of overcrowding or overuse by the
public of any single beach area; and
(B)
Not all segments of San Dieguito Beaches are capable of accommodating
the same number of beach visitors due to factors such as: the width of
the beach; shoreline accessibility, the surounding type and density of
development; and the ability to provide access-related facilities such
as parking lots and restrooms; and
(c)
Certain beaches such as Cardiff State Beach, San Elijo State Beach and
South Carlsbad State Beach, due to their location and the situation
surrounding them, have the potential for accomodating significant
numbers of beach visitors;
THE COUNTY WILL RECOGNIZE CARDIFF STATE BEACH, SAN ELIJO STATE BEACH, SOUTH
CARLSBAD STATE BEACH, AND MOONLIGHT BEACH, AS THE MAJOR VISITOR DESTINATION
BEACHES IN THE SAN DIEGUITO AREA AND WILL WORK WITH THE STATE TO UPGRADE AND
PROMOTE ACCESS TO THESE BEACHES IN ORDER THAT THEY MAY RECEIVE AN INCREASED
PROPORTION OF VISITOR USE.
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POLICY 05 BEACH ACCESS SIGNING
Because
(A)
The California Coastal Act of 1976 requires that there be maximum
access to the shoreline "...which shall be conspicuously posted..."
(C.A. 30210); and
(B) Adequate signing of accessways and parking is a critical element
to the provision of access; and
(C) The State and County do not have uniform standards for signs (i.e.
size, materials, and symbols);
THE COUNTY SHALL COORDINATE WITH THE STATE TO IMPLEMENT AN EFFECTIVE SYSTEM OF
SHORELINE ACCESS SIGNING BASED ON UNIFORM STANDARDS (I.E. SIZE, MATERIALS,
SYMBOLS).
POLICY 06 ALTERNATIVE MODES OF TRAVEL FOR COASTAL RECREATION
Because
(A)
Only eight percent of the person trips to recreational sites within
the coastal zone are currently made by modes other than automobiles;
and
(B) By 1995, coastal visitation is expected to double; and
(C) By 1995, the demand for parking on peak recreational days will
exceed the present supply within 1,000 feet of the coast; and
(D)
Direct automobile access to the coast and Pacific Coast Highway is
limited to La Costa Avenue, Leucadia Boulevard, Encinitas Boulevard,
and Via de la Valle; and
(E) The County contributes to the support of transit operations;
THE COUNTY WILL ACTIVELY SUPPORT AN INTEGRATED TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM THAT
ACHIEVES APPROXIMATELY 20 PERCENT OF THE COASTAL RECREATIONAL TRIPS BY NON-
AUTOMOBILE MODES, INCLUDING TRANSIT, BICYCLE, AND PEDESTRIAN MODES.
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POLICY 07 PUBLIC TRANSIT SERVICE
Because
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The Coastal Act of 1976 in Section 30500(a) requires that each Local
Coastal Program contain a public access component "to assure that
maximum public access to the coast and public recreation areas is
provided"; and
The types of improvements expected inc]ude facilitating the pro-
vision or extension of transit service, 'and assuring the potential
for pub)it transit for high intensity uses (Section 30252); and
A high percentage of coastal zone recreational trips originate in
large population areas centered about San Marcos and Escondido for
which no regional direct public transit service to the beach areas
exist; and
Public transit facilities could substantially reduce congestion,
as well as total vehicle miles traveled to the coastal zone;
THE COUNTY WILL SUPPORT INCREASED PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SERVICE TO SHORELINE
RECREATIONAL AREAS DESIGNATED FOR INCREASED VISITATION, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
SERVICE FROM ESCONDIDO TO SOLANA BEACH BY 1980 AS PROPOSED BY NORTH COUNTY
TRANSIT DISTRICT (NCTD), AND EXTENSION OF THIS SERVICE TO CARDIFF.
2. SERVICE FROM SAN MARCOS TO ENCINITAS BY 1984 AS PROPOSED BY NCTD; AND
3. FREE TRANSFERS BETWEEN ALL TRANSIT OPERATORS IN THE COASTAL ZONE·
(See Access Component Map)
POLICY 08 FUNDING FOR COASTAL'ZONE TRANSIT
Because
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Sections 305OO(a) and 30252(1) and (2) of the Coastal Act require
maximum access to the coastal zone by public transportation; and
(Bi Additional funds are necessary for the implementation of new service;
and
(c)
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The cost of operating transit service has risen drastically in recent
years; and
Frequent and reliable service will help to promote a 20 percent mode
split;
THE COUNTY WILL SEEK ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR TRANSIT SERVICE IN THE COASTAL ZONE.
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POLICY 09 REDUCTION OF AUTOMOBILE CONGESTION IN THE NEAR COASTAL AREA
Because
(A)
Section 30252 (4) of the Coastal Act requires the enhancement of
public access to the coast by providing adequate parking facilities
or providing substitute means of serving the development with public
transportation; and
(B) By 1995, coastal visitation is expected to double; and
(c)
Increased parking facilities along the immediate shoreline invite
increased automobile traffic and congestion, and pre-empt land
better utilized for more coastal related uses;
THE COUNTY WILL CONSIDER INCREASED OFF-STREET PARKING FOR COMMERCIAL AND MUL-
TIPLE RESIDENCE USES IN THE NEAR COAST AREA, WILL MINIMIZE CURB CUTS FOR NEW
DEVELOPMENT IN THE VICINITY OF BEACH ACCESS POINTS IN ORDER THAT THE MAXIMUM
AMOUNT OF CURB PARKING WILL BE AVAILABLE TO BEACH USERS, AND WILL PROMOTE
REMOTE PARKING/SHUTTLE SERVICE AND PARK AND RIDE FACILITIES IN THE COASTAL
ZONE. (See Access Component Map)
POLICY 10 BICYCLE USE
Because
(A)
Section 30252 (3) of the Coastal Act requires the enhancement of
coastal access through the provision of non-automobile circulation;
and
(B) Bicycle use provides an environmentally desirable mode of local
transportation; and
(C) The use of bicycles relieves traffic congestion and reduces
parking requirements;
THE COUNTY WILL'SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADDITIONAL BICYCLE FACILITIES IN
THE COASTAL ZONE, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
CONSTRUCTION OF BICYCLE ROUTES ON VIA DE LA VALLE AND EL CAMINO REAL
FROM PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY TO LINEA DEL CIELO, LA COSTA AVENUE FROM
EL CAMINO REAL TO PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, MANCHESTER AVENUE FROM EN-
CINITAS BOULEVARD TO PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, AND EL CAMINO REAL FROM
ENCINITAS BOULEVARD TO MANCHESTER AVENUE;
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2. PROVISION OF SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE FACILITIES AT ALL BEACHES DESIG-
NATED FOR HIGH AND MODERATE LEVELS OF USE;
3. INSTALLATION OF BICYCLE RACKS ON ALL BUSES SERVING THE COASTAL ZONE.
(See Access Component Map)
POLICY 11 PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Because
(A) Pacific Coast Highway presently carries 16,000 vehicles per day,
and traffic will double by 1995; and
(B) Pedestrians must cross Pacific Coast Highway to reach the beach;
THE COUNTY WILL DEVELOP ADDITIONAL PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS OF PACIFIC COAST
HIGHWAY.
POLICY 12 COUNTY CIRCULATION ELEMENT PRIORITIES
Because
(A) The Circulation Element depicts corridors for public mobility and
access; and
(B) The Circulation Element serves to designate roads for future
improvement; and
(C) The Circulation Element is implemented through a multi-year capital
· imProvement program and annual work programs;
THE COUNTY WILL EMPHASIZE ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS WHICH SERVE THE COAST
BY INCLUDING COASTAL ACCESS AS PART OF THE CRITERIA USED FOR PRIORITIZING
THOSE ROUTES IDENTIFIED IN THE MULTI-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
(See Access Component Hap)
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RECREATION AND VISITOR-SERVING FACILITIES
POLICY 21
BEACH AREAS FOR VARYING RECREATIONAL USE INTENSITY
Because
(A)
The California Coastal Act of 1976 requires that "Wherever appro-
priate and feasible, public facilities...shall be distributed
throughout an area so as to mitigate against the impacts, social
and otherwise, of overcrowding or overuse by the public of any
single area" (C.A. 30212.5); and
(B)
Section 30210 of the Coastal Act states that "maximum shoreline
recreational opportunities shall be provided for all people con-
siStent with public safety needs and the need to protect public
rights, rights of private property owners, and natural resource
areas from overuse.";
THE COUNTY WILL DESIGNATE THE VARIOUS BEACH AREAS FOR HIGH, MEDIUM, AND LOW
INTENSITY LEVELS OF USE BASED ON THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE BEACH RESOURCE,
ACCESSIBILITY, SUPPORT FACILITIES, ANO CHARACTER OF THE ADJACENT NEIGHBOR-
HOOD; ANO WILL PROMOTE THOSE LEVELS OF USE THROUGH SIGNING, ACCESS AND
SUPPORT FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS, AND OTHER APPROPRIATE MEANS.
POLICY 22 HIGH INTENSITY USE
Because
(A) Beach attendance has more than tripled in the past decade; and will
more than double within the next 15-20 years; and
(B)
The Moonlight, San Elijo, Cardiff and South Carlsbad State Beach
areas are easily accessible, have beaches of good size and quality,
have ample parking and related facility potential to accommodate
higher useage levels, and adjacent land uses would not be adversely
affected by beach recreation;
THE AREAS OF SOUTH CARLSBAO STATE BEACH, MOONLIGHT BEACH STATE PARK, CARDIFF
BEACH STATE PARK AND SAN ELIJO BEACH STATE PARK SHALL BE DESIGNED AS HIGH
INTENSITY BEACH RECREATIONAL USE AREAS. (See Access Component Map)
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POLICY 23 MEDIUM AND LOW INTENSITY BEACH USE
Because
(A)
Other beach areas within the San Dieguito Coastal Zone are capable
of handling only more limited intensity use levels due to a com-
bination of factors which include:
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
varying width and quality of useable sandy beach areas;
varying degrees and access difficulty due to steep adjacent
bluffs and the type of vertical access facility;
limited capability for construction or temporary placement
of sanitary, lifeguard tower and other facilities, and
difficulty of access for trash removal;
scarce present and future vehicle parking opportunities
within walking distance of beach areas, due to nearly
complete development of adjacent residential neighborhoods;
the probability of conflicts with residential areas from
intense beach use and traffic on characteristically narrow
residential streets; and
(B)
(C)
These beach areas are suitable for provision of a less intense type
of beach recreational experience ranging from moderately crowded to
uncrowded quiet solitude; and
The factors identified in (4) and (5), above, can be mitigated in
some instances by beach access transportation measures proposed in
the access component of this plan;
THE COUNTY WILL CLASSIFY THE BEACH AREAS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING ACCESS POINTS
FOR A MEDIUM INTENSITY USE LEVEL:
LEUCADIA BEACH STATE PARK
SEASIDE GARDENS COUNTY PARK
SEA CLIFF COUNTY PARK
TIDE BEACH COUNTY PARK
SOLANA BEACH COUNTY PARK
ENCINITAS COUNTY PARK
AND THE COUNTY WILL CLASSIFY THE BEACH AREAS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING ACCESS
POINTS FOR A LOW INTENSITY USE LEVEL:
(See Access Component Map)
NORTH SEA BLUFF VILLAGE
SOUTH SEA BLUFF VILLAGE
"l" STREET VICINITY
SEASCAPE SURF
SEASCAPE SHORES
DEL MAR SHORES
VIA DE LA VALLE
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POLICY 24
Because
(A)
STANDARDS FOR BEACH FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
The California Coastal Act of 1976 requires that "Lower cost visitor
and recreational facilities...shall be protected, encouraged, and,
where feasible, provided". (C.A. 30213); and
(B) The Coastal Act requires that oceanfront land suitable for recrea-
tional use shall be protected for recreational use and development
...(C.A. 30221); and
(C) The County has classified all State and County owned beach areas
withi~nthe San Di~guito Coastal Zone for varying intensities of
use;
THE COUNTY WILL ADOPT BEACH RECREATION FACILITY STANDARDS, AND WILL ENCOURAGE
THE STATE TO APPLY SIMILAR STANDARDS TO ITS BEACHES, AS FOLLOWS:
HIGH INTENSITY USE LEVEL BEACHES
I. LIFEGUARD TOWERS AND PERMANENT LIFEGUARD SERVICE.
2. NO FEE PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE.
3. PERMANENT RESTROOMS.
4. AT LEAST SIXTY (60) PARKING SPACES.
5. TRASH CONTAINERS AND REGULAR INTERVAL CLEANUP AND REMOVAL.
6. REGULAR AND FREQUENT KELP PICK-UP SERVICES.
7. RECREATIONAL FACILITIES TO INCLUDE VOLLEYBALL STANDARDS AND EQUIP-
MENT, AND WHERE FEASIBLE, HARD SURFACE GAME COURTS ON UPLAND AREAS.
8. SIGNING TO SEPARATE CONFLICTING BEACH USES,(I.E., SURFING AND
BATHING, AND TO REGULATE ANIMALS AND MOTOR VEHICLES ON THE BEACH.)
9. FOOD AND BEVERAGE CONCESSIONS.
10. SURFBOARD, BODY BOARD, AND OTHER BEACH EQUIPMENT RENTAL CONCESSIONS.
11. PICNIC TABLES.
12. SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE FACILITIES AND BICYCLE RENTAL CONCESSIONS.
MEDIUM INTENSITY USE LEVEL BEACHES
1, LIFEGUARD TOWERS AND TEMPORARY LIFEGUARD SERVICE AS USERSHIP
WARRANTS.
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6.
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NO FEE PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE.
PERMANENT OR PORTABLE RESTROOHS.
AT LEAST THIRTY (30) PARKING SPACES.
TRASH CONTAINERS AND REGULAR INTERVAL CLEANUP AND REMOVAL.
KELP PICK-UP SERVICES.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES TO INCLUDE VOLLEYBALL STANDARDS, AT A
MINIMUM.
SIGNING TO SEPARATE CONFLICTING BEACH USES, (I.E., SURFING AND
BATHING, AND TO REGULATE ANIMALS AND MOTOR VEHICLES ON THE BEACH.)
SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE FACILITIES.
--LOW INTENSITY USE LEVEL BEACHES
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6.
7.
NO FEE PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE.
PEAK PERIOD LIFEGUARD SERVICE AS USERSHIP WARRANTS.
PORTABLE RESTROOMS.
0-30 PARKING SPACES.
TRASH CONTAINERS AND REGULAR INTERVAL CLEANUP AND REHOVAL.
OCCASIONAL KELP PICK-UP SERVICES.
SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE FACILITIES.
POLICY 25 ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT OF NEIGHBORHOOD PARK FACILITIES
Because the San Dieguito Coastal Zone:
(A)
Has been found deficient in meeting the Parks and Recreation
Department criteria for the number and acreage of local resi-
dent-serving parks; and
(B)
Has not produced sufficient park lands dedication ordinance
funds to purchase high-cost lands within the coastal zone for
future park sites, and the scarcity of developable lands in
this area severely limits future revenues from this source
and limits the choices for future park sites;
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THE COUNTY SHALL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT THE ACQUISITION AND IMPROVEMENT THROUGH
OUTRIGHT PURCHASE, PRIVATE DONATIONS, ESTABLISHMENT OF TAX BENEFIT LIVING
TRUSTS, ETC., OF SEVEN (7) ADDITIONAL LOCAL PARK SITES CONSISTENT WITH THE
FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
1. FOUR (4) LOCAL PARK SITES ARE NEEDED EAST OF THE INTERSTATE 5
FREE~AY AND BETWEEN THE SAN ELIJO AND BATIQUITOS LAGOONS.
THREE (3) SITES ARE NEEDED WEST OF I-5 TO SERVE COASTAL NEIGH-
BORHOODS AT THE NORTH AND SOUTH ENDS AND THE MIDDLE PORTION OF
THE.~!ZONE.
THE FIRST PRIORITY ACQUISITION SHOULD BE THE PROPOSED LOCAL PARK
SITE SOUTH AND EAST OF THE ENCINITAS BOULEVARD AND VULCAN AVENUE
INTERSECTION BECAUSE OF ITS VIEW POTENTIAL, PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
PRESSURES ANO ITS DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL FOR NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
USE.
WHEREVER FEASIBLE, PARKS SHOULD BE LOCATED ADJACENT TO OR NEAR
SCHOOL FACILITIES IN ORDER TO ENCOURAGE JOINT USE OF RECREATIONAL
FACILITIES.
POLICY 26 LANDS FOR COMMERCIAL RECREATION AND VISITOR-SERVING FACILITIES
Because
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The Coastal Act specifies that the use of private lands suitable
for visitor--serving commercial recreational facilities designed
to enhance public opportunities for coastal recreation shall have
priority over private residential, general industrial, or general
commercial development..." (C.A. 30222); and
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The Coastal Act further provides that "Upland areas necessary to
support coastal recreational uses shall be reserved for such uses,
where feasible." (C.A. 30223); and
(c)
The County already had added commercial land use designation areas
to the San Dleguito Community Plan along primary coastal access
corridors in recognition of the need to accommodate coastal visitor
needs; and
(D)
The San Oieguito Coastal Zone remains deficient in certain visitor-
serving commercial support facilities, such as motel and other
overnight lodging accommodations;
THE COUNTY WILL DESIGNATE AS "COMMERCIAL VISITOR-SERVING AND RECREATION" USE
AREAS ADDITIONAL LAND IN THE VICINITY OF PRIMARY COASTAL ACCESS ROUTES, PAR-
TICULARLY IN PROXIMITY TO HIGHER INTENSITY BEACH USE AREAS. (See Land Use Map
and Policy 122.3)
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POLICY 27
COMMERCIAL RECREATION AND VISITOR-SERVING USES IN UNDESIGNATED
LOCATIONS
Because
(A)
(B)
The Coastal Act states that "Visitor-serving facilities that cannot
feasibly be located in existing developed areas shall be located in
existing isolated developments or at selected points of attraction
of visitors." (C.A. 30250); and
There are other areas in the coastal zone not in close proximity
to the coast in which commercial recreation and visitor-serving
uses may be appropriate, depending on individual proposals;
THE COUNTY WILL ENCOURAGE APPLICATIONS TO ESTABLISH COMMERCIAL RECREATION AND
VISITOR-SERVING USES IN BOTH NEAR SHORE AND MORE REMOTE LOCATIONS WHEN SUCH
USE IS NOT OTHERWISE PERMITTED BY RIGHT, AND THE USE IS GEOGRAPHICALLY RELATED
TO A MAJOR PUBLIC RECREATIONAL AREA OR SCENIC AREA AND WILL NOT HAVE SIGNIFICANT
ADVERSE IMPACTS ON THE RECREATIONAL OR SCENIC VALUES OR ON SURROUNDING LANDS.
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POLICY GROUP 30
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE HABITATS
POLICY 31 HABITAT PROTECTION
Because
(Al The Coastal Act defines environmentally sensitive habitats as
"...areas where plant or animal life or their habitats are
either rare or especially valuable because of their speclal
nature or role in the ecosystem and which could be easily dis-
turbed or degraded by human activities." (Sec. 30240(a)); and
requires that they shall be protected against any significant
disruption; and
(B) The Coastal Act states that "development in areas adjacent to
environmentally sensitive habitat areas...shall prevent impacts
on such areas and be compatible with continuance of such habitat
areas.'.' (Sec. 30240(b));
THE COUNTY WILL PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY, FUNCTION, PROOUCTIVlTY AND LONG TERM
VIABILITY OF ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE HABITAT AREAS WITHIN THE COASTAL ZONE,
INCLUDING LAGOONS, RIPARIAN AREAS, COASTAL STRAND AREAS, COASTAL SAGE SCRUB
AND COASTAL MIXED CHAPARRAL HABITATS. (See Land Use Map, Special Circumstances
Overlays Map, Policies 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 41, 42, 43, and 124)
COASTAL MIXED CHAPARRAL AND COASTAL SAGE SCRUB
Because
(A)
Coastal Mixed Chaparral is a unique vegetation type found only on
a narrow strip near the coast from South Carlsbad to Torrey Pines
which once covered much of the San Oieguito coastal area, but now
occupies less than 900 acres; and
(B)
Coastal Mixed Chaparral supports more than a dozen rare and en-
dangered plant species, many found only in this habitat, and has
one of the highest concentrations of such plants in California;
and
(C) Coastal Mixed Chaparral is the main upland wildlife habitat re-
maining in the San Oieguito Coastal Zone; and
(D) Coastal Sage Scrub contains a number of rare and endangered species
and about 70~ of this habitat has been lostcountywide; and
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Coastal Mixed Chaparral and Coastal Sage Scrub are the primary
natural vegetation on inland slopes and scarps, creating a unique
natural character to the San Dieguito coastal area;
THE COUNTY WILL MINIMIZE DEVELOPMENT IMPACTS ON COASTAL MIXED CHAPARRAL
AND COASTAL SAGE SCRUB ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE HABITATS BY PRESERVING
WITHIN THE MAJOR INLAND BLUFF SYSTEMS, ALL NATIVE VEGETATION ON NATURAL
SLOPES OF 25% GRADE AND OVER. A MODIFICATION FROM THIS POLICY MAY BE
PERMITTED UPON A FINDING THAT STRICT APPLICATION THEREOF WOULD PRECLUDE
ANY REASONABLE USE OF THE PROPERTY. THIS POLICY SHALL NOT APPLY TO
CONSTRUCTION OF ROADS OF THE COUNTY'S CIRCULATION ELEMENT EXCEPT TO THE
EXTENT THAT ADVERSE IMPACTS ON HABITAT SHOULD BE MINIMIZED TO THE
DEGREE FEASIBLE. (NOTE: SEE POLICY 124.3 FOR FURTHER EXPLANATION).
POLICY 33 COASTAL MIXED CHAPARRAL AND COASTAL SAGE SCRUB
THE COUNTY WILL CONTROL DEVELOPMENT DESIGN ON COASTAL MIXED CHAPARRAL AND
COASTAL SAGE SCRUB ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE HABITATS BY REQUIRING ALL
PARCELS OVER 10 ACRES 1N SIZE CONTAINING MAJOR CONCENTRATIONS OF THESE
HABITATS TO BE DEVELOPED THROUGH THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURE OF THE
COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE. THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WILL BE USED TO EVALUATE
PROJECTS FOR APPROVAL:
CONSERVATION OF AS MUCH EXISTING CONTIGUOUS AREA OF COASTAL MIXED
CHAPARRAL OR COASTAL SAGE SCRUB AS FEASIBLE WHILE PROTECTING THE
REMAINING AREAS FROM HIGHLY IMPACTING USES.
2o MINIMUM FRAGMENTATION OR SEPARATION OF EXISTING CONTIGUOUS NATURAL
AREAS.
3. CONNECTION OF EXISTING NATURAL AREAS WITH EACH OTHER OR OTHER OPEN
SPACE AREAS ADJACENT TO MAINTAIN LOCAL WILDLIFE MOVEMENT CORRIDORS.
4. MAINTENANCE OF THE BROADEST POSSIBLE CONFIGURATION OF NATURAL
HABITAT AREA TO AID DISPERSAL OF ORGANISMS WITHIN THE HABITAT.
5. CLUSTERING OF RESIDENTIAL OR OTHER USES NEAR THE EDGES OF THE NATURAL
AREAS RATHER THAN DISPERSING SUCH USES WITHIN THE NATURAL AREAS.
6. CONSERVATION OF THE WIDEST VARIETY OF PHYSICAL AND VEGETATIONAL
CONDITIONS ON SITE TO MAINTAIN THE HIGHEST HABITAT DIVERSITY.
7. DESIGNING OF DEVELOPMENT, WITH ADJACENT USES GIVEN CONSIDERATION, TO
MAXIMIZE CONFORMANCE TO THESE GUIDELINES.
8. PRESERVING RARE AND ENDANGERED SPECIES ON SITE RATHER THAN BY
TRANSPLANTATION OFF SITE.
(See Land Use Map, Special Circumstances Overlay Map, and Policy 124)
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POLICY 34 RIPARIAN HABITAT
Because
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The only remaining areas of significant riparian habitat in the San
Dieguito Coastal Zone are related to the floodplains of Encinitas
Creek and Escondido Creek; and
(Bi
Riparian habitat is an extraordinarily rich habitat for resident
and migratory wildlife, especially song birds and birds of prey,
and serve as critical animal migration corridors;
THE COUNTY WILL PROHIBIT ANY DEVELOPMENT OR OTHER SIGNIFICANT DISRUPTION OF
THE ENCINITAS CREEK ANO ESCONDIO0 CREEK RIPARIAN HABITAT, (See Land Use Map
and Po]icy 122,2)
POLICY 35 COASTAL STRAND DUNE HABITAT
Because
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A greater percentage of Coastal Strand dune habitat has been lost
to development than any other habitat in San Diego County and it
is essential habitat for several rare plants and endangered and
depleted wildlife species; and
(Bi
Most, if not all, of the remaining coastal strand dune habitat is
in beach areas controlled by the State Department of Parks and
Recreation;
THE COUNTY WILL URGE THE STATE TO TAKE APPROPRIATE PRESERVATION MEASURES RELA-
TIVE TO COASTAL STRANO DUNE HABITAT IN ITS DEVELOPMENT OF STATE BEACH AREAS.
POLICY 36
Because
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(B)
ENCINITAS BACCHARIS
Encinitas Baccharis is an extremely rare and endangered plant, with
less than 500 individuals known; and
This plant occurs primarily in the Coastal Mixed Chaparral vegetation
of the San Dieguito coastal zone; and
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(C) Continued development will eventually cause its extinction, unless
some existing habitats are preserved.
THE COUNTY WILL INVESTIGATE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF ONE OR MORE PRESERVES FOR
ENCINITAS BACCHARIS OF SUFFICIENT SIZE TO ENSURE PERPETUATION OF THE SPECIES.
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POLICY GROUP 40
WATER AND MARINE RESOURCES
POLICY 41 PREVENT FURTHER DEGRADATION OF WETLANDS
Because
(A)
The Coastal Act directs that: "Marine resources shall be maintained,
enhanced, and restored"; that special protection be given to areas
of special biological significance, that uses shall sustain biological
productivity and maintain healthy populations of all species of marine
organis~s for the long term (C.A. 30230); and
(B)
The Coastal Act requires that biological productivity and quality of
coastal waters, streams, wetlands, and estuaries shall be maintained
and' restored by controlling runoff, continuing surface flow, maintain-
ing natural vegetation, and minimizing natural stream alteration
{C. A. 30231); and
(c)
Batiquitos and San Elijo Lagoons have been recognized as resources
of national, state-wide and regional concern for their habitat value
of special biological significance for resident and migratory water-
birds along the Pacific Flyway and for several endangered species
and have been designated as Resource Conservation Areas {RCA);
THE COUNTY WILL PRESERVE THE FUNCTION OF BATIQUITOS AND SAN ELIJO LAGOONS AND
THEIR IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT UPLANDS AS A VIABLE WETLAND ECOSYSTEM AND HABITAT
FOR RESIDENT AND MIGRATORY WILDLIFE BY PROHIBITING ACTIONS WHICH:
1. INVOLVE WETLAND FILL OR INCREASE SEDIMENTATION INTO WETLANDS
2. ADVERSELY DECREASE STREAM FLOW INTO THE WETLANDS
3. REDUCE TIDAL INTERCHANGE
4. REDUCE INTERNAL WATER CIRCULATION, OR
5. ADVERSELY AFFECT EXISTING WILDLIFE HABITATS
AND BY ENCOURAGING PUBLIC ACQUISITION OF PRIVATELY HELD PORTIONS OF THE LAGOONS
AND SURROUNDING RECREATION-SUITABLE AREAS. (-See Policy 122.2 and Land Use Map
and Policy 104).
POLICY 42 REDUCE SEDIMENTATION
THE COUNTY WILL REDUCE THE RATE OF SEDIMENTATION OF THE LAGOONS BY FORMULATING
PROCEDURES FOR CONTROLLING RUNOFF AND EROSION ASSOCIATED WITH UPLAND GRADING
AND DEVELOPMENT. (See Policy 124 and Special Circumstances Overlays Map)
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POLICY 43 RESTORE BIOLOGICAL PRODUCTIVITY AND QUALITY Of THE LAGOONS
Because
(A)
(B)
The lagoons have been seriously degraded by adjacent residential
development and grading, filling for transportation corridors,
sewage treatment facilities as receptors for sewage effluent,
and are still being seriously degraded by siltation from adjacent
uplands; and
The lagoons suffer from poor internal water circulation from sil-
tation, construction of berms and dikes, and other measures which
constrict tidal water inflow; and
(c)
(D)
These lagoons have restricted value to upland game because of
adjacent upland land uses; and
The lagoons have been recommended for potential County Regional
Parks and are State Wildlife Conservation Board Wildlife Preserves
and have high potential for passive recreation and nature inter-
pretation;
THE COUNTY ~IILL ENCOURAGE AND COOPERATE WITH OTHER RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES TO PLAN
AND IMPLE~IENT AN INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE LONG-TERM CONSERVATION AND
RESTORATION OF WETLANDS RESOURCES AT BATIQUITOS AND SAN ELIJO LAGOONS ACCORDING
TO THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
PLANS FOR THE WEST, CENTRAL, AND EASTERN BASINS SHOULD BE TREATED
AS INTEGRAL PARTS OF THE WHOLE.
THE PLAN SHOULD BE IMPLEMENTED IN PHASES SO THAT DISCREET PHYSICAL
ALTERATIONS CAN BE PERFORMED AS FUNDS BECOME AVAILABLE, AND SO THAT
THE EFFECTS OF CHANGES CAN BE EVALUATED AT EACH STAGE, AND RECOGNIZING
THE EXPERIMENTAL BASIS OF WETLAND MANIPULATIONS.
WILDLIFE CORRIDORS BETWEEN THE WETLAND SHORELINE AND IMPORTANT
UPLAND AREAS AND UPSTREAM RIPARIAN AREAS SHOULD BE MAINTAINED
AND ENHANCED WHERE FEASIBLE.
MANAGEMENT PLANS SHOULD IMPLEMENT, WHERE POSSIBLE, ADOPTED STATE
AND FEDERAL WILDLIFE MANAGEHENT PLANS (I.E., CALIFORNIA LEAST TERN
RECOVERY PLAN, ETC.).
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HUMAN USES OF THE WETLAND AND ADJACENT AREAS SHOULD BE COMPATIBLE
WITH THE PRIMARY USE OF THE WETLAND AS A NATURAL HABITAT OF NATIONAL
VALUE.
PASSIVE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY AT THE LAGOONS SHOULD BE ENCOURAGED TO
THE EXTENT THERE ARE NO SUBSTANTIAL ADVERSE IMPACTS TO ~IILDLIFE.
PUBLIC VISUAL ACCESS TO THE LAGOON SHORELINE FROM PUBLIC STREETS
SHOULD NOT BE EXCLUDED BY NEW USES OR STRUCTURES EXCEPT WHERE
ACCESS COULD SUBSTANTIALLY EFFECT WILDLIFE ADVERSELY.
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THERE SHOULD BE LIMITED HUMAN ACCESS TO THE WETLAND SHORELINE SINCE
THE IMMEDIATE WETLAND SHORELINE AND ADJACENT SHALLOWS ARE THE MOST
IMPORTANT SENSITIVE WILDLIFE HABITAT.
17.
BOATING AND OTHER WATER SURFACE ACTIVITIES SHOULD BE RESTRICTED IN
SIGNIFICANT WILDLIFE HABITAT AREAS, PARTICULARLY IN THE CENTRAL AND
EAST BASINS AND PARTS OF THE WEST BASIN SUPPORTING SIGNIFICANT WATER-
BIRD POPULATIONS.
THE PLAN sHOULD INCLUDE A PROVISION FOR SEDIMENT CATCH BASINS OR
OTHER SEDIMENT CONTROL DEVICES OUTSIDE THE WETLAND AREA AND SHOULD
PERIODICALLY REMOVE RECENTLY ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT FROM THE LAGOON
UNTIL A LONG-RANGE SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN IS OPERATIONAL.
PLANS SHOULD ATTEMPT TO OPTIMIZE THE HABITAT FOR SPECIES ALREADY
KNOWN TO USE THE WETLANDS, AS WELL AS CERTAIN "FEATURED" SPECIES
RECOGNIZED AS DEPLETED, RARE, OR ENDANGERED (CALIFORNIA LEAST TERN,
BELDING'S SAVANNAH SPARROW, SNOWY PLOVER, AND OTHER SPECIES RECOMMENDED
BY WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AGENCIES), TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE.
THE INTEGRITY OF THE EXISTING NATURAL SYSTEM (IN PARTICULAR, TOPOGRAPHY,
HYDROLOGY, AND VEGETATIVE COVER) SHOULD NOT BE DISTURBED.
ADEQUATE MONITORING OF CHEMICAL, PHYSICAL AND BIOLOGICAL CHANGES
SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT FOR PERIODIC RE-EVALUATION OF THE MANAGEMENT
PLAN AND MAINTENANCE OF OPTIMAL CONDITIONS.
RARE AND SIGNIFICANT HABITATS SUCH AS COASTAL STRAND (DUNES), SALT
FLATS AND FRESH WATER PONDS EXISTING IN AND AROUND ,THE LAGOONS SHOULD
NOT BE REDUCED OR SUBSTANTIALLY DEGRADED.
HIGH PRIORITY SHALL BE GIVEN TO ACTIONS WHICH SERVE TO REMOVE IMPEDI-
MENTS TO INTERNAL LAGOON WATER CIRCULATION (EXCEPT WHERE SUCH AREAS
ARE SIGNIFICANT WILDLIFE HABITATS IN THEIR OWN RIGHT) AND IMPROVING
TIDAL FLOW WITH THE OCEAN.
IT SHALL BE A LONG-RANGE GOAL TO REMOVE THE FLOW BLOCKAGE CAUSED BY
EXISTING FILLS FOR TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES AND BY EXISTING DIKES
TO THE EXTENT NECESSARY TO CREATE AN ADEQUATE INTERNAL WATER CIRCU-
LATION SYSTEM.
AQUACULTURE USES SHALL BE ALLOWED ON ADJACENT UPLANDS OF LAGOONS, AS
WELL AS WITHIN LAGOONS THEMSELVES, WHICH DO NOT HAVE SIGNIFICANT AD-
VERSE EFFECT Off NATURAL PROCESSES OR VISUAL QUALITY AND WHICH WOULD
BE COMPATIBLE WITH OTHER LAND USES IN THE VICINITY.
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POLICY GROUP 50
HAZARD AREAS
POLICY 51 ~COASTAL BLUFFS
Because
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The Coastal Act requires that "New development shall: (!) Minimize
risks to life and property in areas of high geologic, flood, and
fire hazard" and (2) "Assure stability and structural integrity,
and neither create nor'contribute significantly to erosion, geo-
logic instability, or destruction of a site or surrounding area
or in any way require the construction of protective devices that
would substantially alter natural land forms along bluffs and
cliffs." (Sec. 30253); and
(Bi
Except for the coastal bluffs, all geologic and other hazards are
adequately covered in the existing Seismic Safety and Public
Safety Elements of the County General Plan and in regulatory
processes; and
(c)
Appr6ximately 809 of the San Oieguito Coast consists of bluffs
or cliffs which not only have a degree of geologic hazard, but
are also an outstanding scenic resource; and
(O) Intentional alteration of the bluffs may often accelerate the
natural erosion process;
THE COUNTY WILL ENCOURAGE THE RETENTION OF THE COASTAL BLUFFS IN THEIR NATURAL
STATE TO MINIMIZE THE GEOLOGIC HAZARD AND AS A SCENIC RESOURCE.
POLICY 52 REDUCTION OF HAZARDS
Because
(Al
(Bi
The rate of natural bluff erosion depends on the resistance of the
bluff to erosion, the configuration of the shoreline, height of the
bluff, wave and storm direction, height, and frequency; and
The potential for bluff erosion can be increased by improper place-
ment, excessive loading, or grading associated with bluff-top
development; and
(C) Potential hazard areas include the base, face, and top of the bluffs;
THE COUNTY WILL CONTINUE TO RELY ON THE EXISTING COASTAL DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY
ZONE TO PREVENT FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OR REDEVELOPMENT THAT WILL REPRESENT A
HAZARD TO ITS OWNERS OR OCCUPANTS, AND WHICH MAY REQUIRE STRUCTURAL MEASURES
TO PREVENT DESTRUCTIVE BLUFF EROSION OR COLLAPSE.
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POLICY 53 BLUFF EROSION ACCELERATED BY HUMAN ACTIVITY
Because
(A)
Bluff erosion rates from natural causes are normally slow except
for infrequent, isolated, ephisodic collapses; and
Natural erosion rates are seriously accelerated by several human
activities on or near the bluff, such as runoff from streets over
the bluff, excessive ground water from landscape watering or
sewage effluent, foot travel down the bluff face and digging in
the bluff face, and improper design and placement of bluff
protection devices;
THE COUNTY WILL REDUCE UNNATURAL CAUSES OF BLUFF EROSION BY:
1. PROVISION OF ADEQUATE ACCESS STAIRWAYS AND OTHERWISE DISCOURAGING
CLIMBING UPON AND DEFACEMENT OF THE BLUFF FACE. (See Policy 03)
2. IMPROVING LOCAL DRAINAGE SYSTEMS TO DIVERT SURFACE WATER AWAY
FROM THE BLUFF.
3. REDUCING THE INFUSION OF GROUND WATER FROM DOMESTIC SOURCES.
(See Policy 125)
PERMITTING, PURSUANT TO THE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY ZONE, BLUFF
REPAIR AND EROSION CONTROL MEASURES ON THE FACE AND AT THE TOP OF
THE BLUFF THAT ARE NECESSARY TO REPAIR HUMAN-CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE
BLUFF, AND TO RETARD EROSION WHICH MAY BE CAUSED OR ACCELERATED BY
LAND-BASED FORCES SUCH AS SURFACE DRAINAGE OR GROUND WATER SEEPAGE,
PROVIDED THAT NO SIGNIFICANT ALTERATION OF THE NATURAL CHARACTER OF
THE BLUFF SHALL RESULT FROM SUCH MEASURES.
POLICY 54 PROTECTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES
Because parts of the coastline have suffered excessive bluff erosion,
threatening existing bluff-top structures;
THE COUNTY WILL PROHIBIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF SEAWALLS, REVETMENTS, BREAKWATERS,
CRIBBING, OR SIMILAR STRUCTURES FOR COASTAL EROSION EXCEPT UNDER CIRCUMSTANCES
AUTHORIZED BY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS POLICY 1-83, SHORELINE EROSION PROTECTION,
WHICH IS INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE.
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POLICY GROUP 60/70
AGRICULTURE
POLICY 61 DEFINITION OF PRIME AGRICULTURE
Because
(A)
The Coastal Act requires that "The maximum amount of prime
agricultural land shall be maintained in agricultural pro-
duction to assure protection of the areas agricultura]
economy..." (C.A. 30241); and
(S)
Thedefinition of prime agricultural land utilized by the
Coastal Commission is based primarily on soll classification
ratings and on the ability of an agricultural operation to
produce an annual gross crop value of $200 or more per acre;
and
(c)
(D)
There are virtually no prime soils in the San Dieguito
Coastal Zone; and
The floricultUre industry comprises by far the greatest
share of the area's annual agricultural crop value, but
because of its largely non-resident labor force, and
since its supplies and sales are mainly out-of-County,
it does not contribute significantly to the area's over-
all economy; and
(E)
The San Diego County coastal area is uniquely suited by
climate for the production of winter truck crops and
tomatoes; and
(F)
The San Oieguito coastal zone contains land suitable for
the production of food products and the conservation of
food producing lands is in the local and national interest;
FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM, PRIME AGRICULTURE IS DEFINED
AS LAND IN THE SAN DIEGUITO COASTAL ZONE PRESENTLY PRODUCING OR WITH THE
FUTURE POTENTIAL FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION OF FOOD PEODUCTS.
POLICY 62 . PRIME AGRICULTURE - LONG TERM PRESERVATION
Because
(A)
Large concentrations of land in the San Dieguito coastal zone which
are well suited for the commercial production of food crops are not
significantly impacted by urban development and have recently been
under cultivation; and
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(c)
(D)
Much of such land is naturally buffered from existing and potential
urban development by very steep slopes containing sensitive environ-
mental habitat or by other natural or made features; and
These lands are outside of sewer districts or not currently served
by sewer and, for the most part, lack other services and facilities
generally associated with urban development; and
A large portion of this land is currently under a Land Conservation
Contract;
THE COUNTY WILL DESIGNATE PRIME AGRICULTURAL LANDS SUITABLE FOR LONG TERM
PRESERVATION AS "AGRICULTURE CROPLAND." (See Policy 122.1 and Land Use Map)
POLICY 63 INCENTIVE PROGRAMS
THE COUNTY WILL INVESTIGATE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN INCENTIVE PROGRAM
FOR PRESERVATION OF PRIME LAND WITHIN THE SAN DIEGUITO COASTAL ZONE SUITABLE FOR
FOOD PRODUCTION. SUCH INVESTIGATION WILL CONSIDER AT LEAST THE FOLLOWING
COMPONENTS.
1. THE POTENTIAL ROLE OF THE COASTAL CONSERVANCY IN PURCHASE OF LAND OR
DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS.
2. THE PUBLIC PURCHASE AND LEASE-BACK OF AGRICULTURAL LAND TO GROWERS.
3. PUBLIC PURCHASE OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS.
4. A TRANSFER-OF-DEVELOPMENT-RIGHTS SYSTEM.
5. POTENTIAL FOR AMENDMENT OF THE WILLIAMSON ACT TO MAKE AGRICULTURAL
PRESERVE CONTRACTS MORE ATTRACTIVE.
POLICY 64 NON-PRIME AGRICULTURAL LANDS
Because
(A)
The Coastal Act (Sec. 30242) prohibits conversion of other (non-
prime) agricultural lands to non-agricultural use "...unless
(1) continued or renewed agricultural use is not feasible, or
(2) such conversion would preserve prime agricultural land or
concentrate development..."; and
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Agrlcultural lands in the San Dieguito coastal zone not defined
as "prime" consist of floriculture, small citrus and avocado
orchards, small truck or field crop operations, and approx-
imately lO acres of tree farms, which are a11 severely impacted
by urban development and adverse economic factors; and
(c)
Such lands, in general, are not feasible of long-term continued
or renewed agricultural use and their conversion to urban uses
would tend to relieve pressure for development on prime agricul-
tural 1ands and to concentrate development;
THE COUNTY WILL NOT PREVENT THE CONVERSION OF NON-PRIME AGRICULTURAL LANDS TO
OTHER APPROPRIATE USES, NOR WILL THE COUNTY DISCOURAGE THE CONTINUED OR RENEWED
AGRICULTURAL USE OF SUCH NON-PRIME LANDS.
POLICY 65 ALTERNATE FORMS OF ENERGY
Because
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(Bi
Greenhouse operations account for approximately 95% of San Diego Gas
& Electric Company's natural gas sales for the agricultural sector, and
the price of natural gas is expected to increase dramatically; and
The area climate within the San Dieguito Coastal Zone is ideal for
applying energy conservation tactics; and'
(C) Solar heating systems have the potential for reducing energy costs;
THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION ON ENERGY CONSERVATION AND ALTERNATIVE
HEATING TECHNIQUES, FOR GREENHOUSES.
POLICY 66 WATER RATES
Because
Water costs in San Diego County are higher than in many other agricultural
areas of the State;
THE COUNTY WILL SUPPORT AGRICULTURAL WATER RATES FOR GREENHOUSE OPERATIONS.
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POLICY 67 FLORICULTURAL INDUSTRY PROGRAMS
Because
(A) Operating costs are rapidly increasing for San Dieguito horticultural
growers; and
The establishment of a Farm Cooperative can reduce operating and
marketing costs of members who pool funds, share costs, and purchase
large quantities of supplies at discount rates; and
(C) A flower auction offers increased points of contact between the flower
producers and buyers; and
(D) Both cooperative mechanisms provide a means to organize a united effort
for enlarging and improving advertising and marketing campaigns;
THE COUNTY WILL SUPPORT EFFORTS OF THE FLORICULTURE INDUSTRY AND/OR THE UNIVERSITY
OF CALIFORNIA EXTENSION SERVICE IN ESTABLISHING A FARM COOPERATIVE AND/OR FLOWER
AUCTION IN THE SAN DIEGUITO COASTAL ZONE. THE COUNTY WILL ALSO ENCOURAGE AND
SUPPORT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A HORTICULTURAL PARK IN THE SAN DIEGUITO AREA WHICH
MAY INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. A LARGE BLOCK OF SUITABLE LAND PRESENTLY COMMITTED FOR LONG-TERM
AGRICULTURAL USE WOULD BE DESIGNATED A HORTICULTURAL PARK.
2. THE PROGRAM WOULD BE DEVELOPED AND ADMINISTERED BY THE LAND OWNER
(PUBLIC OR PRIVATE) AND WOULD BE OPERATED AS A PROFIT-MAKING ENTERPRISE.
LAND WITHIN THE DESIGNATED AREA WOULD BE SUBDIVIDED INTO APPROPRIATE
SIZED PARCELS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ASSIGNING INDIVIDUAL LAND LEASES TO
FIRMS SEEKING LOCATIONS.
THE BUILDING PERMIT PROCESS WOULD BE STREAMLINED TO ENCOURAGE THE
CONSTRUCTION OF GREENHOUSE STRUCTURES AND SUPPORT FACILITIES WITHIN
THE PARK.
SPECIAL GROUP SERVICES WOULD BE PROVIDED AS WARRANTED BY THE NUMBER OF
FIRMS LOCATING WITHIN THE PARK. THESE SERVICES COULD INCLUDE EXCESS
TRASH COLLECTION, COOPERATIVE SUPPLIES PURCHASING, CONSOLIDATED SHIPPING,
COMMON WAREHOUSING OF SUPPLIES, WORKER HOUSING AND SUPPORT SERVICES, AND
SO ON.
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A WATER RECLAMATION PROJECT WOULD BE INVESTIGATED AT THE OUTSET OF THE
DEVELOPMENT TO DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF CONTROLLING RUNOFF, PROVIDING
FOR WATER NEEDS AND THEREBY REDUCING RELIANCE ON IMPORTED WATER, AND
MAINTAINING THE ADJACENT ECOLOGICAL SYSTEMS.
POLICY 68 ESTABLISH NEW AGRICULTURAL PRESERVES
THE COUNTY WILL ENCOURAGE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW AGRICULTURAL PRESERVES
FOR AREAS WITHIN THE COASTAL ZONE DESIGNATED AS AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND.
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POLICY 69 SUPPORT PUBLIC FACILITIES THAT PROMOTE AGRICULTURE
THE COUNTY WILL SUPPORT PROPOSALS FOR PUBLIC EXPENDITURES FOR MINOR DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS AND OTHER SIMILAR PROJECTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF MAKING LAND MORE
SUITABLE FOR AGRICULTURAL USE WITHIN AREAS DESIGNATED AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND.
THE COUNTY SUPPORTS THE EFFORTS OF THE RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS AND
OTHER AGENCIES TO ACHIEVE THESE PURPOSES.
POLICY 70 OPPOSE MUNICIPAL AND SEWER DISTRICT ANNEXATIONS
THE COUNTY OPPOSES ANNEXATIONS OF LAND DESIGNATED FOR AGRICULTURAL USE TO
MUNICIPALITIES OR TO SEWER SERVICE DISTRICTS. EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY
SHOULD BE BASED ON SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES SUCH AS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
1. ASSURANCE BY THE ANNEXING JURISDICTION THAT THE LAND WILL
CONTINUE TO BE REGULATED FOR LONG-TERM AGRICULTURAL USE.
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EVIDENCE OF SIGNIFICANT UNRESOLVABLE LAND USE CONFLICT
BECAUSE OF FLIES, ODORS, PESTICIDES, OR OTHER EXTERNALITIES
INCIDENTAL TO THE AGRICULTURAL USE.
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EVIDENCE THAT OTHER LANDS NOT DESIGNATED FOR AGRICULTURAL
USE BUT SUITABLE FOR ANNEXATION HAVE ALREADY BEEN ANNEXED BY
THE JURISDICTION.
EVIDENCE THAT THE CONTINUED LOGICAL GROWTH OF THE ANNEXING
jURISDICTION WOULD BE CONSTRAINED WHEN SUCH GROWTH IS DEEMED
NECESSARY BECAUSE OF THE EXTENT OF DEVELOPMENT OF VACANT LANDS
ALREADY WITHIN THE JURISDICTION.
5. EVIDENCE THAT THE ANNEXATION IS NECESSARY FOR THE PROVISION
OF IRRIGATION WATER.
POLICY 71 SUPPORT AGRICULTURAL WATER RATE POLICIES
THE COUNTY SUPPORTS THE POLICY OF THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT AND ITS
MEMBER AGENCIES TO PROVIDE WATER TO AGRICULTURAL USERS AT A LOWER RATE THAN
TO DOMESTIC USERS, AND RECOMMENDS THAT THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OFFER
ITS AGRICULTURAL WATER RATE ONLY TO LANDS DESIGNATED FOR AGRICULTURAL USE BY
THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OR COUNTY IN WHICH THE LAND IS LOCATED. THE
COUNTY ALSO ENCOURAGES THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY AND THE LOCAL
RETAIL WATER AGENCIES TO CONSIDER ADDITIONAL REDUCTIONS IN THE AGRICULTURAL
WATER RATE.
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POLICY 72 REDUCE RELIANCE ON IMPORTED WATER
THE COUNTY WILL TAKE MEASURES TO REDUCE THE RELIANCE OF LOCAL WATER USERS ON
IMPORTED WATER. THE COUNTY WILL SEEK REDUCTIONS IN PER CAPITA WATER CONSUMPTION
AND WILL SUPPORT RECLAIMING SEWAGE EFFLUENT FOR RE-USE AND CAPTURING RUN-OFF IN
APPROPRIATE AREAS.
POLICY 73 ADVISE THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF LOCAL NEEDS
THE COUNTY INTENDS TO KEEP THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT WELL INFORMED OF LOCAL
RELIANCE ON A FOREIGN LABOR FORCE AND THE EFFECTS OF SUCH RELIANCE. THE
COUNTY WILL ENSURE THAT FEDERAL OFFICIALS ARE COGNIZANT OF LOCAL NEEDS
SO THAT ANY CHANGES TO FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAWS AND POLICIES WILL NOT BE
MADE WITHOUT CONSIDERATION OF THESE NEEDS.
POLICY 74 SUPPORT AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION AND REGULATORY PROGRAMS
THE COUNTY WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT THE FARM ADVISOR AND THE AGRICULTURAL
COMMISSIONER IN THEIR RESPECTIVE EDUCATIONAL AND REGULATORY ROLES IN PRO-
VIDING ADVISE TO AGRICULTURALISTS AND HOME GARDENERS, DIRECTING THE 4-H
PROGRAM, AND ENSURING THAT PESTICIDES ARE PROPERLY USED.
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POLICY GROUP 90
,VISUAL RESOURCES AND SPECIAL COMMUNITIES
POLICY 91 VISUAL ACCESS TO VIEWS AND VISTAS
BECAUSE
(Al
Sections 30210, 30212, and 30251 of the Coastal Act mandate the
protection and enhancement of scenic and visual qualities of coastal
areas as a resource of public importance; and
(B) The quality of views and vistas as coastal resource in the San
Dieguito area is unique; and
(C) There is currently the opportunity to secure and preserve these
resources for public use;
THE COUNTY, WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF THE STATE, FEDERAL AND REGIONAL AGENCIES
SHALL PROVIDE THE MAXIMUM VISUAL ACCESS TO COASTAL AND INLAND VIEWS THROUGH
THE ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT OF A SYSTEM OF COASTAL AND INLAND VISTA
POINTS AS FOLLOWS:
ACQUISTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE FOLLOWING VISTA POINTS
VISTA POINT NO. 1/LOCATION
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HIGHWAY 101, NORTH OF LA COSTA AVENUE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF I-5 AND LA COSTA AVENUE
HIGHWAY 101, NORTH OF OCEAN AVENUE
VISTA POINT NO.
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7
11
12
VISTA POINT NO.
DEVELOP THE FOLLOWING, PREVIOUSLY ACQUIRED, VISTA POINTS:
1/LOCATION
ORPHEUS STREET PARK SITE
OAK CREST PARK SITE
--. WEST END OF "F" STREET
MAINTAIN, AND WHERE NECESSARY, UPGRADE THE FOLLOWING EXISTING VISTA
POINTS:
1/LOCATION
LEUCADIA BEACH STATE PARK
MOONLIGHT STATE BEACH
ENCINITAS COMMUNITY PARK SITE
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30
31
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SEA CLIFF COUNTY PARK
EXISTING VISTA POINT ON SOUTHBOUND I-5
CARDIFF BEACH STATE PARK (SOUTH PARKING LOT)
UPPER PARKING LOT AT SAN DIEGUITO COUNTY PARK
PULL-OFF ON LINEA DEL CIELO, SAN DIEGUITO COUNTY PARK
SOLANA BEACH COUNTY PARK
"H" STREET
"I" STREET
SURFSONG VIEW PARK
"D" STREET
POLICY 92 VARIETY OF VISTA POINT TYPES
Because
(A)
The potential activities at vista points will vary with the site
location, the physical characteristics of the site, and site
accessibility; and
(B) There are a variety of modes of access to vista points, including
automobile, bicycle, and pedestrian; and
(c)
The physical requirements for accommodating these various
transportation modes differ greatly, and are occasionally mutually
exclusive.
THE SYSTEM OF VISTA POINTS WILL PROVIDE FOR THE DIFFERING NEEDS OF
AUTOMOBILE, BICYCLE, AND PEDESTRIAN USERS, AND WILL RECOGNIZE AS A
RECREATIONAL RESOURCE, THE FUNCTION OF VISTA POINTS AS FACILITIES FOR THE
PASSIVE, AND OCCASIONALLY REMOTE ENJOY[~ENT OF THE COASTAL AND INLAND VIEW.
POLICY 93 VISTA POINT VIEW SHEDS
Because
(A) The quality and integrity of a vista point depends on the maintenance
of a view shed; and
(B)
There is currently the potential for development within the view shed
of existing and proposed vista points which could result in the
degradation of the view shed.
THE COUNTY WILL DESIGNATE "CRITICAL VIEW SHED" OVERLAY AREAS WITHIN WHICH THE
CHARACTER OF DEVELOP[lENT WOULD BE REGULATED TO PROTECT THE INTERGRITY OF THE
VISTA PPOINTS ACCORDING TO THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA (See Visual Resources Plan
Map):
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CRITICAL VIEW SHED AREAS SHOULD MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
(1) EXTEND RADIALLY-FOR 2,000 FEET (610M) FROM THE VISTA POINT;
(2), COVER AREAS UPON ~.,q-IICH DEVELOPMENT COULD POTENTIALLY OBSTRUCT,
LIMIT, OR DEGRADE THE VIEW.
DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE CRITICAL VIEW SHED AREA SF:OULD BE SUBJECT
TO DESIGN REVIEW BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
(1) BUILOING HEIGHT, BULK, ROOF LINE AND SCALE SHOULD NOT OBSTRUCT,
LIMIT, OR DEGRADE THE EXISTING VIEWS;
(2) LANDSCAPING SHOULD NOT,.AT MATURITY, OBSTRUCT VIEWS;
(3)~' LANDSCAPING SHOULO BE LOCATED TO SCREEN ADJACENT UNOESIRABLE
VIEWS (PARKING LOT AREAS, MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT, ETC.).
POLICY 9q INLANO SCENIC HIGHWAY CORRIDOR VIEW SHEDS
Because
(Al
The Scenic Highway Element of the General Plan identifies a system
of corridors within the Coastal Zone exhibiting unique visual qua-
)ities and experiences to the motorist; and
(B)
These view sheds are largely undeveloped but are subject to potential
development which might negatively impact their quality as a view
shed; and,
(C) Elimination of these view shed areas would remove this amenity
from public accessibility;
THE COUNTY WILL I~LAINTAIN THE INLAND SCENIC HIGHWAY VIEW SHEDS AS FOLLOWS:
1. DESIGNATE THE FOLLOWING VIEW CORRIDORS AS SCENIC HIGHWAY ViEW SHEDS:
VIEW CORRIDORS1/LOCATION
HIGHWAY 101, LA COSTA AVENUE TO SOUTH CARLSBAD BEACH
INTERSTATE 5, CROSSING BATIQUITOS LAGOON
LA COSTA AVENUE, FROM JUST WEST OF I-5 TO EL CAMINO
REAL
EL CANINO REAL AT EAST END OF BATIQUITOS LAGOON
HIGH~Y 101, FROM ENClNITAS BOULEVARD TO LA COSTA
AVENUE
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SAN ELIJO AVENUE lAND HIGHWAY 101) SOUTH OF
CARDIFF BEACH STATE PARK TO SANTA FE DRIVE
MANCHESTER AVENUE FROM SAN ELIJO AVE. TO I-5
MANCHESTER AVENUE, FROM I-5 TO EL CAMINO REAL
INTERSTATE 5, CROSSING SAN ELIJO LAGOON
VIA DE LA VALLE, FROM I-5 TO HIGHWAY 101
DESIGNATE VIEW SHED OVERLAY AREAS AS ILLUSTRATED ON THE VISUAL RESOURCE
MAP.
IT IS INTENDED THAT DEVELOPMENT WOULD BE SUBJECT TO THE DESIGN REVIEW
PROVISIONS OF THE SCENIC OVERLAY ZONE, WITH THE ADDITION OF THE
FOLLOWING DESIGN CRITERIA:
(a) ROAD DESIGN
TYPE AND PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF ROADWAY SHOULD BE
COMPATIBLE WITH NATURAL CHARACTER OF CORRIDOR, AND WITH
THE SCENIC HIGHWAY FUNCTION.
(b) DEVELOPMENT DESIGN
(1)
BUILDING AND VEGETATION SETBACKS, SCENIC EASEMENTS, AND
HEIGHT AND BULK RESTRICTIONS SHOULD BE USED TO MAINTAIN
EXISTING VIEWS AND VISTAS FROM THE ROADWAY.
(2) OFF-SITE SIGNAGE SHOULD BE PROHIBITED AND EXISTING
BILLBOARDS REMOVED.
(3) DEVELOPMENT SHOULD NOT OCCUR ALONG THE BLUFF SILHOUETTE
LINE OR ON THE ADJACENT SLOPES WITHIN VIEW OF LAGOON AREA.
(4)
DEVELOPMENT SHOULD BE CLUSTERED ALONG THE BASES OF THE
BLUFFS AND ON THE MESA TOPS SET BACK FROM THE BLUFFTOP
SILHOUETTE LINE, LEAVING THE LAGOON AREAS AND FLOODPLAINS
OPEN, AND SHALL BE SITED TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED VIEW
CORRIDORS FROM THE NEAREST SCENIC HIGHWAY.~
(s)
DEVELOPMENT THAT IS ALLOWED WITHIN A VIEW SHED AREA MUST
RESPOND IN SCALE, ROOF LINE, MATERIALS, COLOR, MASSING,
AND LOCATION ON SITE TO THE TOPOGRAPHY, EXISTING VEGETATION,
AND COLORS OF I'HE NATIVE ENVIRONMENT.
THE COUNTY WILL TRIM, REMOVE OR REPLACE VEGETATIVE MATERIAL ON ITS PROPERTY
WHICH INTERFERES WITH PUBLIC VIEWS WITHIN THE INLAND SCENIC HIGHWAY CORRIDOR
VIEW SHEDS AND URGES OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES TO DO THE SAME ON THEIR
PROPERTIES.
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POLICY GROUP lO0
DIKING, DREDGING, FILLING, AND SHORELINE STRUCTURES
POLICY 101 PROTECT COASTAL BLUFFS
Because coastal bluff erosion is an ongoing natural process that has be-
come a problem in relation to structures located on and near the bluffs;
THE COUNTY WILL pERMIT SHORELINE STRUCTURES FOR THE PURPOSE OF RETARDING
OR REPAIRING BLUFF EROSION ONLY PURSUANT TO POLICIES 53 ANO 54 OF Tills PLAN,
POLICY 102
THE COUNTY t~ILL SUPPORT MEASURES WHICH WOULD REPLENISH SANDY BEACHES IN ORDER
TO PROTECT COASTAL BLUFFS FROM WAVE ACTION AND MAINTAIN BEACH RECREATIONAL
RESOURCES.
POLICY 103 SEAWARD SHORELINE STRUCTURES
Because
IA)
(B)
Certain past construction problems have arisen from various projects
involving shoreline structures that have been built on other parts
of the Southern California coast, such as surge conditions during
storms that damage boats in the marinas, shoaling in the boat
channels, and aggravated beach erosion problems; and
In San Oieguito, no essential public need is evident for major
shorei.ine structures;
THE COUNTY WILL ESTABLISH, AS PRIMARY OBJECTIVES, THE PRESERVATION OF NATURAL
BEACHES AND VISUAL QUALITY AS GUIDES TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SHORELINE STRUC-
TURES. EXCEPT FOR PROTECTION OF COASTAL BLUFFS, BOAT LAUNCHING RAMPS, FISHING
PIERS, BEACH SAND REPLENISHMENT, AND MINOR PUBLIC FACILITIES, ALL DIKING,
DREDGING, FILLING AND SHORELINE STRUCTURES ALONG THE SEA~#ARD SHORELINE OF
SAN DIEGUITO, WILL BE DISCOURAGED.
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POLICY 104 ALTERATIONS TO WETLANDS
Because
(A)
The California Coastal Act recognizes the welands as statewide
resources providing rich nursery grounds for aquatic life, which,
in turn provide food for many kinds of shore and water birds and
some mammals, and modifications to the lagoon environment can
drastically affect the productivity and species composition of
the biological communities; and
(B)
(C)
In the past, a variety of structures have been built in the flood-
plains and lagoons, including, large fills for transportation
facilities, which have tended to interfere with such natural
processes as the tidal flushing of the lagoons; and
These past activities, as well as upland grading operations have
caused stagnation of lagoon waters, accelerated filling of lagoon
water areas with sediment, and reduced viability of wetland plant
and animal life habitat;
IN ACTING TO MAINTAIN AND, WHERE FEASIBLE, RESTORE THE BIOLOGICAL PRODUC-
TIVITY AND QUALITY OF BATI.OUITOS AND SAN ELIJO LAGOONS (SEE LCP POLICY 43,
ON WATER AND MARINE RESOURCES), THE COUNTY WILL LIMIT ALTERATIONS AND USES
TO MINOR PUBLIC FACILITIES; RESTORATIVE MEASURES; NATURE STUDY; PASSIVE,
NON-DEGRADING RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES; AND FACILITIES NECESSARILY ADJUNCT
AQUACULTURE USES. RECREATIONAL BOATING FACILITIES IN THE WEST BASIN OF
SAN ELIJO LAGOON MAY BE PERMITTED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING:
1. IN THE EVENT THE WEST BASIN OF SAN ELIJO LAGOON IS DESIGNATED
AS DEGRADED BY THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME.
2. FACILITIES AND WATER AREAS ARE TO BE ONLY FOR USE OF NON-MOTORIZED
BOATS AND OTHER SMALL, NON-MOTORIZED WATER CRAFT.
3. THE ENTIRE REMAINDER OF THE WETLAND AREA IS TO BE RESTORED AND
MAINTAINED IN A BIOLOGICALLY PRODUCTIVE STATE.
4. FEASIBLE MITIGATION MEASURES MUST BE PROVIDED TO MINIMIZE ADVERSE
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS.
5. THE PROJECT PROPOSAL MUST DEMONSTRATE THAT THE OVERALL IMPACT ON
THE ENVIRONMENT AND COASTAL RESOURCES WOULD BE BENEFICIAL.
(See Policy 122.2)
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POLICY GROUP Il0
COMMERCIAL FISHING AND RECREATIONAL BOATING
POLICY lll CONSTRAINTS TO DEVELOPMENT OF MAJOR BOATING FACILITIES
Because
(A)
Of a lack of shoreline indentations and the almost continuous
coastal bluffs, the San Dieguito shoreline does not readily
lend itself to construction of major boating facilities with
the exceptions of the coastal lagoons which are environmentally
sensitive habitat areas, and
(B) Substantial future demand for commercial fishing facilities
not expected; and
(c)
Although evidence of strong demand fcr recreational boating
facilities exists in San Diego County, no essential public
need is evident for major facilities in San Dieguito;
THE COUNTY WILL.NOT PROVIDE FOR MAJOR BOATING FACILITIES, SUCH AS MARINAS FOR
COMMERCIAL FISHING AND RECREATIONAL BOATING IN SAN DIEGUITO. HOWEVER, LIMITED
FACILITIES FOR NON-POWERED RECREATIONAL WATER CRAFT MAY BE PERMITTED IN WET-
LANDS WITH COMPENSATING RESTORATIVE MEASURES AS PROVIDED IN POLICY 104.
POLICY 112 PROVIDE BOAT LAUNCHING FACILITIES
Because
(A)
Coastal Act Policy (Sec. 30224) provides that recreational boating
should be encouraged by various means, but also requires that the
coastal lagoons be protected (Secs. 30107.5, 30240); and
(B) All evidence acquired reflects strong demand for recreational boating
facilities in San Diego County; and
(c)
Properly designed and located launch ramps would help to meet the
boating need without major environmental impacts, large public
investment, or other problems usually associated with lar~e-scale
marinas;
THE COUNTY WILL ENCOURAGE THE STATE TO PROVIDE IMPROVED BOAT LAUNCHING FACILI-
TIES IN THE VICINITY OF CARDIFF STATE BEACH AND SOUTH CARLSBAD STATE BEACH IF
SUBSEQUENT STUDIES INDI. CATE THAT PROVISION OF SUCH FACILITIES IS FEASIBLE.
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Policy Group 120
PLANNING AND LOCATING NEW DEVELOPMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS
POLICY )2) LAND USE PLAN - GENERAL
Because
(Al
The California Coastal Act (Sec. 30250) requires that "new develop-
ment...be located within, contiguous with, or in close proximity to,
existing developed areas...or, where such areas are unable to accommo-
date it, in other areas with adequate public services and where it
will not have significant adverse effects...on coastal resources";
and
(B)
(c)
(D)
The existing San Oieguito Community Plan, as amended October 1979,
has already recognized the desirability of densifying and infilllng
of existing developed areas bY increasing permitted densities in
appropriate locations west of I-$; and
The existing San Dieguito Community Plan would permit development
at densities in certain locations that are not consistent with
logical phased growth, extension of public services, or conservation
of coastal resources; and
Coastal Act and local policies expressed in other subject sections
of this document also interface with and affect decisions on planning
and locating new development;
THE COUNTY WILL ADOPT AHENDMENTS TO THE COASTAL PORTION OF THE SAN DIEGUITO
COMMUNITY PLAN MAP AS NEEDED TO SATSIFY POLICIES OF THIS COASTAL PLAN RELATED
TO LOCATION OF, AND CRITERIA FOR, NEW DEVELOPMENT.
POLICY 122 NEW BASIC LAND USE CATEGORIES
Because the range of land use categories currently available for use ale
not adequate to deal fully with certain issues addressed in this plan;
THE COUNTY WILL AOOPT NEW LANO USE CATEGORIES FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS LOCAL
COASTAL PLAN AND WILL IMPLEMENT THESE CATEGORIES BY SUCH ORDINANCE AND POLICY
MEASURES AS MAY BE APPROPRIATE (See Land Use Map):
AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND -'THIS ISA NEW BASIC LAND USE CATEGORY
.ESTABLISHED SOLELY FOR APPLICATION IN THE SAN DIEGUITO COASTAL
ZONE AND REPLACES THE EXISTING AGRICULlURAL PRESERVE LAND USE
CATEGORY.
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(a)
(b)
APPLICATION - IT IS INTENDED THAT THE "AGRICUL°TURAL CROPLAND"
DESIGNATION WILL BE APPLIED TO PROPERTIES CONTAINING PRIME
LANDS, WHICH ARE DEFINED AS LANDS SUITABLE FOR COMMERCIAL
PRODUCTION OF FOOD PRODUCTS IN THE AGRICULTURE SECTION OF THIS
DOCUMENT. (See Policy 61)
AGRICULTURAL USES AND PARCEL SIZES PERMITTED - IT IS INTENDED
THAT THE "AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND" DESIGNATION WOULD INCORPORATE
THE FOLLOWING AGRICULTURAL USES AND PARCEL SIZES WITH RESPECT
TO THE LOCAL COASTAL PLAN:
AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES
MINIMUM PARCEL
SIZES TO BE
REQUIRED
NURSERY PRODUCTS
4 - 20 ACRES
IRRIGATED ROW CROPS,
FIELD FLOWERS
l0 - 80 ACRES
(c)
DEVELOPMENT OF LAND FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES - IT IS INTENDED THAT
FOR PURPOSES OF THE LOCAL COASTAL PLAN THAT LAND IN THE "AGRICULTURAL
CROPEAND" CATEGORY MAY BE ALLOWED TO DEVELOP FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING:
(1) LAND THAT IS NOT IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION AND IS NOT SUITABLE
FOR AGRICULTURE MAY BE ALLOWED TO SUBDIVIDE FOR SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES, PROVIDED SUCH SUBDIVISION CONFORMS TO
OTHER APPLICABLE POLICIES OF THIS PLAN. THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM
LOT SIZES SHALL APPLY:
CIRCUMSTANCES
MINIMUM SIZE OF
RESIDENTIAL LOTS
PUBLIC SEWER SERVICE
AVAILABLE
1/2 ACRE
PUBLIC SEWER SERVICE
NOT AVAILABLE
1 ACRE
('2)
AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND WITH SPECIFIC PLAN AREA DESIGNATION AND
DENSITY DESIGNATOR (i.e., (SPA)(2.8), MAY BE ALLOWED TO DEVELOP
FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES PURSUANT TO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS POLICY 1-59,
LARGE SCALE PROJECT REVIEW. DEVELOPMENT WILL BE ALLOWED ONLY THROUGH
PRIOR APPROVAL OF A DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE ENTIRE CONTIGUOUS
OWNERSHIP, IN ACCORDANCE WITH POLICY 1-59. SUCH PLAN SHALL NOT BE
APPROVED UNLESS AND UNTIL THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MAKES A FINDING
THAT CONTINUED EXCLUSIVE AGRICULTURAL USE OF THE PROPERTY IS NO LONGER
FEASIBLE OR THAT TO ALLOW RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON A PORTION OF
AGRICULTURAL LANDS WILL ENHANCE THE FEASIBILITY OF AGRICULTURAL USE
OF THE REMAINING PORTIONS OF SUCH LANDS. SUCH OVERALL DEVELOPMENT
PLAN MUST SHOW AT LEAST ONE-HALF OF THE LAND SUITABLE FOR AGRICULTURE
AS RESERVED FOR AGRICULTURAL USE. TOTAL DWELLING UNITS PERMITTED ON
THE REMAINING ONE-HALF OF SUCH LANDS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE NUMBER
OBTAINED BY MULTIPLYING THE TOTAL ACREAGE COVERED BY THE OVERALL
PLAN, EXCLUSIVE OF ALL WETLAND AREAS, BY THE DENSITY FACTOR OF 2.8.
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IN ADDITION, ALL DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER ACTIVITIES OTHERWISE PERMITTED
SHALL CONFORM TO THE FOLLOWING:
ALL DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE SUBJECT TO THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AREA
REGULATIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE.
o ANY LAND SHOWN ON THE OVERALL DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO BE RESERVED
FOR. AGRICULTURE SHALL BE PERMANENTLY PROTECTED FOR SUCH USE BY
AN'APPROPRIATE ENFORCEABLE RESTRICTION.
o AREAS SHOWN AS RESERVED FOR AGRICULTURE ON THE OVERALL DEVELOPMENT
PLAN SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 40 CONTIGUOUS ACRES IN SIZE.
o
NEW DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE LOCATED AND CLUSTERED SO AS TO INHIBIT
AS LITTLE AS POSSIBLE THE CONTINUED AGRICULTURAL USE OF THE LAND
RESERVED FOR THAT PURPOSE AND, WHERE FEASIBLE, SHALL BE LOCATED
ADJACENT TO EXISTING DEVELOPMENT OR AREAS PLANNED FOR DEVELOPMENT.
IN SELECTING AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT, LANDS LEAST SUITABLE FOR
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION SHALL RECEIVE PREFERENCE. LAND BEST
SUITED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION IS DEFINED AS LAND CONTAINING
CLASS I-IV.SOILS ON SLOPES UNDER 10% AND IS EITHER CURRENTLY IN
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION OR HAS THE POTENTIAL FOR THE PRODUCTION
OF FOOD CROPS.
0 ALL DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER ACTIVITIES MUST CONFORM TO OTHER
APPLICABLE POLICIES OF THIS PLAN.
o THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS SHALL APPLY TO THE LANDHOLDINGS
IDENTIFIED:
PLACID OIL (FORMER RANCHO LA COSTAl THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN SHALL
~ROVIDE FoR ALL RESIDENTIAL USE'S 'TO BE CONCENTRATED IN GREEN
VALLEY, WITH AGRICULTURAL LANDS NORTH OF THE LAGOON PRESERVED
FOR AGRICULTURE UNDER APPROPRIATE RESTRICTIONS AS A CONDITION
OF DEVELOPMENT. ALTERNATIVELY, DEVELOPMENT MAY BE PURSUANT TO
A MASTER PLAN FOR THE ENTIRE PLACID OIL OWNERSHIP WHICH MAY
REFLECT DIFFERENT GUIDELINES, AND WHICH PLAN HAS BEEN APPROVED
BY THE COASTAL COMMISSION AND THE AFFECTED LOCAL GOVERNMENTS.
ECKE HOLDINGS THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN SHALL PROVIDE FOR
RESIDENTIAL USES TO BE CONCENTRATED CHIEFLY IN GREEN VALLEY,
WITH AGRICULTURAL LANDS NOT APPROVED FOR DEVELOPMENT PRESERVED
FOR AGRICULTURE UNDER APPROPRIATE RESTRICTIONS ASA CONDITION
OF DEVELOPMENT. IN THE EVENT THAT ALL DEVELOPMENT CANNOT BE
ACCOMMODATED WITHIN GREEN VALLEY, ADDITIONAL AREAS OF THE
HOLDING, ESPECIALLY THOSE DISTINCT FROM THE BASIC MESA-TOP
AGRICULTURAL AREA, MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR DEVELOPMENT: PROVIDED
THAT SUCH DEVELOPMENT MOULD CONCENTRATE DEVELOPMENT, WOULD
COMPLETE A LOGICAL AND VIABLE NEIGHBORHOOD, AND WOULD
CONTRIBUTE TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A STABLE LIMIT TO URBAN
DEVELOPMENT.
· - SEABLUFF PROPERTY (WEST OF I-5 AND EAST OF THE RAILROAD TRACKS
ON THE NORTH SHORE OF BATIQUITOS LAGOON) THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
SHALL PROVIDE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A MAXIMUM 40 ACRES OF
AGRICULTURAL SOIL. THE REMAINING 64 ACRES OF AGRICULTURAL
SOIL, AS WELL AS THE BLUFFS ADJACENT TO THE LAGOON AND THE
LAGOON AREA ITSELF, SHALL BE PRESERVED UNDER APPROPRIATE
RESTRICTIONS AS A CONDITION OF DEVELOPMENT,
(d)
BUFFER AREA - TO THE DEGREE POSSIBLE, BUFFER ZONES WITHIN AREAS ASSIGNED
THE "AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND" DESIGNATION SHALL BE ESTABLISHED BETWEEN AREAS
IN FIELD CROPS AND THE OUTER BOUNDARY OF THE DESIGNATION, AND BETWEEN
FIELD CROP AREAS AND ANY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISIONS WITHIN THE DESIGNATION.
USES WITHIN SUCH BUFFER ZONES ARE LIMITED TO ENCLOSED AGRICULTURAL
OPERATIONS OR OPEN AGRICULTURAL CROPS WHICH DO NOT REQUIRE APPLICATION OF
PESTICIDES, OR MAY BE LEFT IN OPEN SPACE.
(e)
DEEDS FOR RESIDENTIAL LOTS OR DWELLING UNITS CREATED IN AREAS DESIGNATED
AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND SHOUL'D CONTAIN A'"CLAUSE STATING THAT SUCH LOTS OR
DWELLING UNITS ARE LOCATED IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO AGRICULTURAL LAND THAT IS
DESIGNATED TO REMAIN IN AGRICULTURAL USE, AND THAT THERE COULD BE SOME
ADVERSE IMPACTS ON SUCH LOTS OR DWELLING UNITS FROM AGRICULTURAL OPERATIONS.
(f)
ROADS - NO ROADS OTHER THAN FARM ACCESS ROADS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED
ACROSS AGRICULTURAL LANDS UNLESS SUCH ROAD PROPOSALS INCLUDE MITIGATION
MEASURES (SUCH AS CONTROLS ON ACCESS AND COVENANTS PRESERVING AGRICULTURAL
USE) THAT ASSURE THE CONTINUED LONG-TERM VIABILITY OF AGRICULTURAL USES.
(g)
LAGOON ACCESSWAYS - CONTINUOUS BLUFF-TOP ACCESSWAYS OR EQUIVALENT OVERLOOK
AREA~ SHALL BE PROVIDED IF AGRICULTURAL LAND ON THE NORTH SHORE OF
BATIQUITOS LAGOON IS DEVELOPED. SUCH ACCESSWAYS SHALL BE PRESERVED FOR
PUBLIC USE BY REQUIRING IRREVOCABLE OFFERS OF DEDICATION OF THOSE AREAS
AS A CONDITION OF DEVELOPMENT.
ECOLOGICAL RESOURCE AREA - THIS IS A NEW CATEGORY INTENDED TO BE APPLIED TO
THE LAGOONS AND RIPARIAN HABITAT AREAS AND THEIR ADJACENT UPLANDS, EXTENDING
TO IO0-FEET UPLAND OF THE IO0-YEAR FLOODPLAIN, UNLESS THE ERA BOUNDARY ON THE
LAND USE MAP CLEARLY FOLLOWS A PUBLIC ROAD OR PROPERTY LINE.
(a)
EFFECT ON USE - IT IS INTENDED THAT LANDS IN THE "ECOLOGICAL RESOURCE
AREA" CATEGORY BE LIMITED TO USES AND ACTIVITIES RELATED TO HABITAT
ENHANCEMENT; EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC NATURE STUDY; PASSIVE RECREATION
WHICH WILL HAVE NO SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACT ON HABITAT VALUES: AND,
AQUACULTURE HAVING NO SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE EFFECT ON NATURAL PROCESSES OR
SCENIC QUALITY.
VISITOR-SERVING COMMERCIAL (26) - THE COUNTY WILL APPLY THIS RECENTLY ADOPTED
CATEGORY IN ORDER TO RESER'VE SUFFICIENT LAND IN APPROPRIATE LOCATIONS EXPRESSLY
FOR. COMMERCIAL RECREATION AND VISITOR-SERVING USES SUCH AS:
TRANSIENT HABITATION, INCLUDING CAMPGROUNDS
EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS
SPECIALTY SHOPS AND PERSONAL SERVICES
FOOD AND BEVERAGE RETAIL SALES (CONVENIENCE)
PARTICIPANT SPORTS AND RECREATION
ENTERTAINMENT
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES;
BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES; AND FINANOIAL 'INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE
SERVICe; IN COMBINATION WITH VISITOR-SERVING COMMERCIAL USES ON
APPROPRIATE SITES, PROVIDED THAT VISITOR-SERVING COMMERCIAL SHALL BE
THE DOMINANT USE OF ANY SUCH COMBINED DEVELOPMENT
POLICY 123 PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURES
Because
(^)
There are lands in the San Dieguito coastal zone that are suitable
for urban development but also encompass significant coastal
resources and concerns; and
(B) Development of such lands must respect coastal resources and concerns
that exist on or adjacent to the site;
1. THE COUNTY WILL APPLY THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) DESIGNATION TO LANDS
WHICH, DUE TO THEIR SENSITIVE NATURE, SHOULD ONLY BE DEVELOPED THROUGH THE
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF THE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE. (See Policy
124.2 (b)').
2. THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OF THE PARCEL IMtIEDIATELY NORTH OF BATIQUITOS
LAGOON, WEST OF THE RAILROAD, AND EAST OF CARLSBAD BOULEVARD SHALL INCLUDE
8 ACRES OF VISITOR-SERVING COMMERCIAL USES. SUCH VISITOR-SERVING
COMMERCIAL USES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THOSE' LISTED Ia POLICY 12.3, EXCLUSIVE
OF FAMILY RESIDENTIAL.
Policy 124 COASTAL RESOURCE PROTECTION OVERLAY
Because
(A)
The Coastal Act requires that special attention be given to
conservation of coastal resources and to problems associated with
run-off, drainage, erosion and siltation control; and
The usual regulatory processes, procedures, standards and criteria
are generally, but not entirely, sufficient to address these concerns
to the extent implied by the Coastal Act;
THE COUNTY SHALL ADOPT AND APPLY A "COASTAL RESOURCE PROTECTION OVERLAY"
CATEGORY IN ORDER TO ASSURE THAT DEVELOPMENT, USE, OR ALTERATION OF LAND
WITHIN MAJOR AREAS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SENSITIVITY, STEEP SLOPES, MAJOR
DRAINAGEWAYS, AND OF OUTSTANDING SCENIC QUALITY IS REVIEWED AND APPROVED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH CRITERIA, STANDARDS AND LIMITATIONS THAT WILL PROTECT COASTAL
RESOURCES. (See Special Circumstances Overlay Categories Map).
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EFFECT OF CATEGORY - ANY GRADING, CONSTRUCTION, OR REMOVAL OF NATURAL
VEGETATION THAT DOES NOT NOW REQUIRE A PERMIT, OR ONLY REQUIRES AN
ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT, WILL REQUIRE A SPECIAL PERMIT WHICH WILL ONLY
BE ISSUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARDS AND CRITERIA OF THIS CATEGORY:
AND ANY ACTIVITY WHICH NOW REQUIRES A DISCRETIONARY PERMIT OR ACTION
SHALL CONFORM TO THE STANDARDS AND CRITERIA OF THIS CATEGORY.
STANDARDS AND CRITERIA - ALL DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER ACTIVITIES OTHERWISE
PERMITTED SHALL CONFORM TO THE FOLLOWING:
(a)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' POLICY 1-73, HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT, SHALL APPLY TO
DEVELOPMENT OF PROPERTY CONTAINING STEEP SLOPES. SLOPES REMAINING
UNDISTURBED AS A RESULT OF POLICY 1-73 SHALL BE PLACED IN A PERMANENT
OPEN SPACE EASEMENT AS A CONDITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL.
(b)
THE PD PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AREA REGULATIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE SHALL
BE APPLIED TO DEVELOPMENT OF ANY PROPERTIES OF 10 ACRES OR GREATER IN
SIZE AND MAY ALSO BE APPLIED TO SMALLER PROPERTIES WHEN APPROPRIATE.
(c)
DRAINAGE AND RUN-OFF SHALL BE CONTROLLED SO AS NOT TO EXCEED, AT ANY TIME,
THE RATE ASSOCIATED WITH A PROPERTY IN ITS PRESENT STATE, AND APPROPRIATE
MEASURES SHALL BE TAKEN ON AND/OR OFF-SITE TO PREVENT SILTATION OF LAGOONS
AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS.
(d)
ALL APPLICABLE GUIDELINES FROM THE WATER AND MARINE RESOURCES;
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE HABITAT; DIKING, DREDGING, FILLING AND
SHORELINE STRUCTURES; AND VISUAL RESOURCES SECTIONS OF THIS PLAN
SHALL BE RESPECTED.
(e) THE GRADING ACTIVITY BE PROHIBITED DURING THE RAINY SEASON FROM
OCTOBER 1 TO APRIL 1 OF EACH YEAR.
(f)
THAT ALL GRADED AREAS SHALL BE LANDSCAPED PRIOR TO OCTOBER 1 WITH
EITHER TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT LANDSCAPE MATERIALS IN ORDER TO REDUCE
EROSION POTENTIAL. SAID LANDSCAPING SHALL BE MAINTAINED AND
REPLANTED IF NOT ESTABLISHED BY DECEMBER 1.
3. EXCEPTIONS
(a)
CONSTRUCTION OF CIRCULATION ELEMENT ROADS IS EXEMPT FROM THE PROVISIONS
OF THIS OVERLAY CATEGORY. HOWEVER, APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND CRITERIA
OF PARAGRAPH 2 SHOULD BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION IN SUCH CONSTRUCTION
AND IN FUTURE REVISIONS OF THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT.
(b)
CULTIVATION OF LAND FOR AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES THAT IS CURRENTLY UNDER
CULTIVATION OR THAT IS LESS THAN 10% SLOPE AND HAS BEEN IMPACTED BY
CULTIVATION WITHIN THE PAST FIVE YEARS, AND CONSTRUCTION OF INDIVIDUAL
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES ON EXISTING LOTS CONTAINING NO SLOPES OF 25%
GRADE OR GREATER ARE EXEMPT FROM THIS POLICY.
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PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF POLICIES 125 and 126 -
SAN DIEGUITO LCP I~ND USE PLAN
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POLICY 125 UNSEWERED AREAS OVERLAY
Because
(A) ~ There are areas in the coastal part of the San Dieguito Cummunity Plan that
are designated for urban use and are not within sewer districts, and
development of these areas without public sewers could have adverse impacts
on the level and quality of the groundwater table, coastal bluff erosion,
water quality of wetlands, and public health; and
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Development of these areas without public sewers woud result in densities
lower, than those planned which would inhibit concentration of development
and tend to increase the cost of housing, and could lead to increased
pressure of development of agricultural lands;
THE COUNTY WILL ADOPT AND APPLY AN "UNSEWERED AREAS OVERLAY" CATEGORY TO CERTAIN
AREAS WITH URBAN LAND USE DESIGNATIONS BUT WHICH ARE NOT CURRENTLY WITHIN A SEWER
DISTRICT. (See Special Circumstances Overlay Categories Map.)
EFECT OF CATEGORY - NO DIVISIONS OF LAND WHICH CREATE PARCELS SMALLER THAN ONE
ACRE, AND HO DEVELOPMENT OR USE OF LAND THAT REQUIRES DISPOSAL OF DOMESTIC WASTE
WATER ON PARCELS SMALLER THAN ONE ACRE, SHALL BE PERMITTED UNLESS PUBLIC SEWER
IS PROVIDED AND UTILIZED... LEGAL LOTS WHICH EXISTED PRIOR TO JULY 21, 1982, AND
TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAPS WHICH WERE AFFRKII/ED ~Y FHE CUUNFY PRIOR TO JUL~ 2I,
191)2, ARE ~'~[[Tv~F FROM THE PROVISTONS OF ]q:~rS PARAGRAPH.
PRIORITY FOR sERVICE - WHILE SEWERAGE TREATMENT CAPACITY SHORTAGES EXIST, AREAS
SUBJECT TO THE "UNSEWERED AREAS OVERLAY" SHALL BE ANNEXED TO! SEWERING DISTRICTS
AND PROVIDED WITH SERVICE ACCORIDNG TO THE FOLLOWING PRIORITIES:
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(a) AE~S WEST OF I-5 WHICH ARE ALREADY SUBSTANTIALLY DEVELOPED.
(b) AREAS WEST OF I-5 WHICH ARE ESSENTIALLY UNDEVELOPED.
(C) AREAS EAST OF 1-5.
POLICY 126 REGIONAL GENERAL PLAN
THE "AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND (AC)" AND THE "ECOLOGICAL RESOURCE AREA (ERA)" LAND USE
DESIGNATIONS, AS DEFINED BY POLICY 122 OF THIS PLAN, ARE INTENDED EXCLUSIVELY FOR
APPLICATION WITH THIS PLAN AND NOT' APPLICABLE TO OTHER PARTS OF THE COUNTY. TIlE
"AGRICULTURAL CROPLAND" AND THE "ECOLOGICAL RESOURCE AREA" DESIGNATIONS ARE
COMPATIBLE WITH ALL REGIONAL CATEGORIES AND WITH THE FOLLOWING ZONING ORDINANCE USE
REGULATIONS;
AGRICULTURAL CROPLA~ID (AC) S88 SPECIFIC PLAN AREA REGULATIONS
ATO LIMITED AGRICULTURAL USE REGULATIONS
(PROPE2T.T[:S 10 ACRES OR SMALLER O~LY)
ECOLOGICAL RESOURCE AREA (ERA) S81 ECOLOGICAL RESOURCE AREA REGULATIONS
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