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File Number: 12 -034 WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Zoning Code are exempt from CEQA since the proposed amendments do not approve or allow the construction of any project and, therefore, have no potential for resulting in physical change in the environment, directly or ultimately. Therefore, adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21065 based on the finding that the proposed amendments are not a "project" within the meaning of Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines and section 15061(b) as a minor clean up of zoning code sections to clarify existing policy; and WHEREAS, the documents incorporated herein by reference are available for review in the City Planning department at the San Leandro City Hall, during normal business hours. The location and custodian of the Notice of Exemption and other documents that constitute a record of proceedings for the Project is the City of San Leandro, 835 E. 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94577; and NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of San Leandro ordains as follows: Section 1. Incorporation The recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference. Section 2 Findings for the Zoning Code amendment As required under State law, the City Council finds as follows: a. The proposed Zoning Code amendments are consistent with the City's General Plan, pursuant to Gov. Code section 65855 and sections 5 -2708 and 5 -2712 of the Zoning Code. The proposed amendments are consistent with the following policies of the General Plan: Policy 1.06 Day Care Centers in Neighborhoods: To the extent permitted by State law, maintain regulations for large- family day care facilities (as defined by the State) and child care centers which ensure that impacts on residential neighborhoods are minimized Policy 2.05 Alterations, Additions, and Infill: Ensure that alterations, additions and infill development are compatible with existing homes and maintain aesthetically pleasing neighborhoods Policy 1.07 Fences: Require that any fencing in residential neighborhoods meets high aesthetic and safety standards. Residential fencing should not obstruct vehicle sight lines, should be compatible with the architectural design of nearby structures, and should make a positive contribution to the character of the neighborhood Policy 1.04 Front Yards: Encourage the attractive treatment of front yards and other areas in residential neighborhoods that are visible from the street. Establish limits on the paving of front yard areas. b. The proposed Zoning Code amendments are internally consistent with the City's Zoning Ordinance. The amendments meet the requirements and standards of the Zoning City of San Leandro Page 2 Printed on 212812012