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Adoption of Resolution Approving a Final Map and Authorizing Execution of a Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Tract 8524, Bay 37 as a Condition to Final Map Approval (Alameda Landing Waterfront Development). (Public Works 310)
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To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On November 19, 2019, the City Council approved with conditions, Tentative Map 8524 per City of Alameda Resolution No 15609. The Final Map provides for two parcels for condominium purposes for development by Pulte Homes Company (Exhibit 1). Final Map 8524 is a component of the Alameda Landing Waterfront Development and together with Parcel Map 11038, recorded earlier this year, will construction the Fifth Street extension and additional public improvements along Mitchell Avenue.
BACKGROUND
In 2017, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 3188 amending the Bayport/Alameda Landing Master Plan and approving an Addendum to the Catellus Mixed-Use Development Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (Supplemental EIR) that allows for 18.3 acres of maritime commercial uses within 364,000 square feet of existing waterfront warehouses, a 4.5-acre waterfront public park, and a mixed-use neighborhood with up to 400 residential units along the Alameda Landing waterfront.
On October 14, 2019, the Planning Board (PB) approved the Development Plan, Density Bonus, and Tentative Map applications by Pulte Homes for 357 residential units in the development. On November 19, 2019, pursuant to Resolution No. 15609, the City Council approved with conditions, Tentative Tract Map 8524 upon which this Final Map is based. On December 9, 2019, the PB approved Design Review for the 69 residential buildings to house the 357 residential units.
On May 17, 2020, pursuant to Resolution No. 15637, the City Council approved Parcel Map 11038 to re-subdivide six parcels into four parcels comprising approximately 22.86-acres, dedicate the Fifth Street extension as public right-of-way and provide additional right-of-way along Mitchell Avenue. Separately, the Parcel Map will also facilitate the conveyance of property from the City to Catellus and ultimately to Pulte Homes in order to start construction at the site.
DISCUSSION
The Development Plan, Tentative Map, and Design Review Approval were approved last year to construct 357 residential units and 5,000-square-feet of commercial space on the subject site commonly known as the Alameda Landing Mixed-Use Waterfront Development. Parcel Map 11038 previously dedicated Fifth Street as a public right-of-way, provided additional right-of-way along Mitchell Avenue and constructed public improvements on the Fifth Street extension and along Mitchell Avenue.
Approval of a final subdivision map is an administrative, ministerial, and mandatory action by the City Council once the City Engineer has determined that the final map is in substantial compliance with the previously approved tentative subdivision map and is technically correct. The Planning, Building, and Transportation Department and the Public Works Department completed their reviews of the improvement plans and final map for Tract 8524, Bay 37. The tract infrastructure includes sanitary sewer and storm drain lines, sidewalk, curb and gutter, street pavement, and landscaping. In-tract streets will be privately maintained by the respective property owners and/or homeowner’s association. Public access and public utility easements will be granted to the public overall in tract streets. The Final Map has been reviewed and determined to be technically correct and in substantial conformance with the approved tentative map, conditions of approval, and mitigation measures. Staff has determined that the developer has satisfied all conditions of approval necessary to record the final map.
Pulte Homes has entered into a Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) (Exhibit 2) for the construction and completion of the public improvements within Tract 8524 and has provided a performance bond guaranteeing the full and faithful performance of the public improvements in the amount of $4,566,000 and a labor and materials bond in the amount of $4,566,000. The City Attorney has reviewed and approved as to form the SIA and bonds as the form of security.
ALTERNATIVES
Approval of the Final Map is ministerial in nature. The City Council may:
• Approve the Final Map for Tract 8524, as recommended.
• Remand the project back to staff for further consideration and evaluation on any specific Tentative Map condition of approval.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
All of the improvements are private and will be constructed by the subdivider and maintained by the property owner. There is no impact to City of Alameda (City) funds.
MUNICIPAL CODE/POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE
As described above, the recommended Final Map for Tract 8524, Bay 37 is consistent with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance, the Alameda Landing Master Plan, and Alameda Landing Waterfront Development Plan.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Approval of the Final Map and the SIA is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080(b)(1) (ministerial projects) and CEQA Guidelines section 15268 (ministerial projects). As a separate and independent basis, the 2006 Final Supplemental EIR was certified in accordance with the CEQA for the Alameda Landing Mixed Use Development (State Clearinghouse #2006012091) and no further environmental review is required.
CLIMATE IMPACTS
The project will contribute to the City’s Climate Action and Resiliency Plan goals to reduce the City’s greenhouse gas emissions, increase quality of life on the island, and adapt to climate change impacts. The overall development plan for the Alameda Landing Waterfront supports alternative transportation by providing BART shuttle service, water shuttle service across the estuary, and a number of bicycle path improvements. In addition, the new commercial building will provide local services within walking distance for the nearby park visitors and residents.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution approving the Final Map and authorizing execution of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Tract 8524, Bay 37.
CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION
The City Manager recommends approval of the resolution adopting the Final Map.
Respectfully submitted,
Erin Smith, Interim Public Works Director
By,
Scott Wikstrom, Interim Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer
Andrew Thomas, Planning, Building, & Transportation Director
Financial Impact section reviewed,
Nancy Bronstein, Acting Finance Director
Exhibits:
1. Final Map
2. Agreement
cc: Eric Levitt, City Manager