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readings were about 1. This magnetic field strength is equivalent to that received from a fluorescent lamp at a distance of 39 inches (PG&E, 1995). As proposed, residential units in Phase 2B would be greater than 400 feet away and residential units in Phases 2A and 3 would be greater than 1,000 feet away from the existing transmission lines, therefore, magnetic and electric fields would be substantially less than these estimates. As required by the 1994 Roberts Landing Initiative, the Applicant has had an electromagnetic frequency survey of the site conducted by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), including an assessment of possible health risks. The results of this survey shall be distributed to potential new homeowners. This disclosure would ensure that any potential project occupants wearing cardiac pacemakers would have the opportunity to discuss with their physicians the susceptibility of pacemaker devices to electromagnetic interference. In addition, all metal fences and ancillary structures in the right-of-way and in close proximity to transmission lines would be grounded, in accordance with appropriate specifications, to eliminate potential electric shocks. D. VISUAL RESOURCES D.1 POTENTIAL IMPACT: Development of the proposed project would increase obstruction of scenic views from viewpoints within the immediate vicinity of the project site. FINDING: As described in the Draft SEIR, there would be no significant adverse impacts of the project on scenic views. STATEMENT OF FACTS: The visual simulation of project development indicates that Phases 2A and 2B would obstruct clear views of the East Bay hills. However, the ridgeline is visible above the 28-foot height limit of project structures. In addition the simulation verifies that Phase 3 of the proposed project would increase the overall developed character of easterly looking views but would only provide minor view blockage of the hills. Most of the hills and the ridgeline would be visible behind Phase 3 of the project. Thus, the project would not significantly obstruct views of the East Bay Hills and ridgelines. D.2 POTENTIAL IMPACT: Development of the proposed project would change the visual character of the site. FINDING: The mitigation measures described in the Draft SEIR that have been, or will be, implemented as requirements of the GDP EIR would reduce the impact to a less than significant level. STATEMENT OF FACTS: Implementation of Mitigation Measures 3.7.1 and 3.7.3 of the GDP EIR would mitigate this impact. Per Mitigation Measure 3.7.1 of the GDP EIR, the Applicant has submitted to the City a palette of colors, chosen so that they do not clash with the earth and sky tones, that are available for review and inspection at the City of San Leandro Development Services Department. Per 6