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consultation with CDFW and be based on
the species status (i.e., breeding,
nonbreeding) and proposed level of
disturbance. If an occupied burrow is found
within the development footprint, the
qualified biologist shall prepare an Impact
Assessment and Burrowing Owl Mitigation
Plan in accordance with the 2012 Staff
Report on Burrowing Owl Mitigation. The
project applicant shall contact CDFW to
develop appropriate mitigation and
management procedures and a final
Burrowing Owl Mitigation Plan shall be
submitted to the City and CDFW for review
and approval prior to project activities.
If burrowing owl presence is confirmed, the
project applicant shall offset impacts by
acquiring CDFW -approved mitigation lands
for the species. The potential mitigation
land shall have the following: 1) have
presence of burrowing owl; 2) replace the
impacted burrowing owl habitat at a
minimum of 2:1 ratio to ensure no net loss
of habitat; and 3) be of equivalent or
greater habitat value than that of the
project site. Prior to acquisition of potential
mitigation land, the project applicant shall
provide CDFW with the appropriate
documentation for property eligibility.
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
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Requested documentation may include, but
is not limited to, a biological report,
preliminary title report, mineral risk
assessment report, and Phase I
Environmental Assessment report.
Following CDFW written approval of
potential mitigation land, the project
applicant shall protect the land in
perpetuity under a conservation easement
dedicated to a local land conservancy or
other appropriate entity that has been
approved to hold and manage mitigation
lands pursuant to Assembly Bill 1094.
Recordation of the c onservation easement
shall occur prior to commencement of
project activities. An appropriate
endowment, to be determined by CDFW,
shall also be provided for the long -term
monitoring and management of mitigation
lands.
Each applicant or developer that has a
potential to impact western burrowing owl
would need to obtain an Incidental Take
Permit from CDFW to ensure compliance
with the California Endangered Species Act.
6 Crotch’s Bumble Bee. Protocol-level surveys
in the appropriate season shall be
conducted for Crotch’s bumble bee prior to
Prior to the start of
construction/
ground disturbing
Community
Development
Department
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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the comment of any ground -disturbing
activities. If foraging individuals are found
on a project site, a biologist will monitor
construction activities to ensure that bees
are not impact by construction activities,
vehicles, or any other potential activities. If
a nesting colony is identified on the project
site, a buffer encompassing the nest and
adequate foraging resources will be
established by a qualified biologist. The no -
activity buffer shall be maintained until the
end of flight season or once the nes t is
deemed inactive and unoccupied by a
qualified biologist. “If the nest is
unavoidable, the applicant will obtain an
Incidental Take Permit from CDFW for
impacts to this species.
activities and the
issuance of any
construction
related permits.
(Planning)
7 Pre-construction Surveys and Construction
Monitoring. To avoid or minimize impacts
to Northern California legless lizard,
loggerhead shrike, monarch butterflies,
golden eagle, Swainson’s hawk, Cooper’s
hawks, ferruginous hawk, merlin, Costa’s
hummingbird, and other special status
species, applicants will assign one or more
qualified biological monitors to conduct a
pre-construction biological survey and
monitor all initial ground -disturbing
activities and vegetation removal within
Prior to the start of
construction/
ground disturbing
activities and the
issuance of any
construction
related permits and
during
construction.
Submittal of
preconstruction
survey results
prior to the
issuance of
construction
related permits
and submittal of
monitoring reports
during
construction as
Community
Development
Department
(Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
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each specific portion of the Plan area. The
pre-construction survey shall be conducted
with 72 hours prior to the start of
construction activities in any given portion
of the Plan area. The qualified biologist shall
survey the proposed impact areas and a 50 -
foot buffer. The pre -construction surveys
shall incorporate appropriate methods and
timing to detect these species, including
individuals that could be concealed in
burrows, beneath leaf litter, or in loose soil.
If a special- status species is found, the
qualified biologist shall contact CDFW, and
the species shall be passively ushered out of
harm’s way to an area that is unaffected by
the project. If the project requires any of
the above -listed species to be removed,
disturbed, or otherwise handled, the
qualified biologist shall obtain all
appropriate permits and prepare a list or
plan of proper handling and passive
relocation protocols. The list of plan of
protocols shall be implemented during
project construction activities and biological
construction m onitoring. The qualified
biologist shall coordinate with CDFW to
prepare a relocation plan which shall be
submitted to CDFW for review and
comment prior to implementing project
needed.
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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ground-disturbing activities.
Monitors will be responsible for ensure that
impacts to special-status wildlife species are
avoided to the extent possible. Monitors
will also inform on -site construction
personnel of application mitigation
measures, environmental commitments,
permit conditions, and any potential for
infraction. Once vegetation removal and
initial ground disturbance are completed,
and no nesting birds or special -status
species are present on site, a qualified
biological monitor will no longer be
required to oversee construction activities.
If special status species are observed during
pre-construction surveys or while
monitoring, these observations will be
reported to the California Natural Diversity
Database (CNDDB). If any special status
wildlife species are found, harmed during
relocation, or discovered dead or injured
during construction, all work in the
immediate area will stop immediately. A
qualified biologist will be notified, and the
incident will be documented. For CESA
listed species, a formal report will be
submitted to CDFW and t he City of
Lancaster within three (3) calendar days of
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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the incident or finding. For non -listed
special status species, a formal report will
be submitted to the City of Lancaster within
three (3) calendar days of the incident or
finding. Work in the immediate area may
only resume once proper notifications have
been made, and additional mitigation
measures have been identified and
implemented to prevent further injury or
mortality.
8 Worker Environmental Awareness
Training. Prior to construction, a personnel
education program shall be conducted in
reference to all sensitive environmental
resources potentially affected by site work
and the measures associated with their
protection (i.e., mitigation measures and
applicable laws and regulations).
Prior to the start of
construction
activities.
Submittal of a
copy of the worker
training to the City
prior to the
issuance of
permits; submittal
of the training
sign-in sheets to
the City on a
rolling basis as
trainings are
conducted.
Community
Development
Department
(Planning)
9 Prevent Invasive Weed Introduction.
Construction equipment shall be cleaned of
mud or other potential sources of weed
seeds before it arrives at the project site.
Only weed-free straw or mulch will be used.
In addition, if problematic weed species are
During construction Field inspections Community
Development
Department
(Planning and
Building and
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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detected in specific portions of the Plan
area prior to construction activities, the
applicant will have a licensed herbicide
applicator apply herbicide to treat the weed
species in a manner that minimizes risks to
wildlife and non-target vegetation.
Safety)
10 Manage Project Trash. All trash and food -
related waste shall be contained in vehicles
or covered trash containers inaccessible to
ravens, coyotes, or other wildlife and
removed from the site on a regular and
reoccurring schedule.
During construction Field inspections Community
Development
Department
(Planning and
Building and
Safety)
11 Hazardous Materials Best Management
Practices. No raw cement, concrete or
washings thereof, asphalt, paint, soil,
solvents, or other petroleum products,
pesticides, or any other substances that
would be hazardous to vegetation or
wildlife resources, will be disposed of on -
site or allowed to spill onto soil. Spills or
leaks of such sub stances will be promptly
corrected and cleaned up according to
applicable requirements. Vehicles will be
properly maintained to prevent spills or
leaks.
During construction Field inspections Community
Development
Department
(Planning and
Building and
Safety)
12 Avoid Wildlife Hazards and Entrapment.
Potential wildlife pitfalls (trenches, bores, or
During construction Field inspections Community
Development
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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other excavations) shall be securely covered
at the end of each workday and backfilled at
the completion of work. If covering is not
feasible, these potential pitfalls will be
slopes at a 3:1 ratio at the ends as wildlife
escape ramps. Project workers or
construction monitors will inspect all
potential pitfalls daily.
All pipes or other construction materials or
supplies will be covered or capped in
storage or laydown areas. No pipes or
tubing will be left open either temporarily
or permanently, except during use or
installation. Any construction pipe, culvert,
or other hollow materials will be inspected
for wildlife before it is moved, buried, or
capped.
Project-related vehicle access, construction
activities, and equipment storage will be
restricted to established roads, designated
access roads, construction right-of-way, and
designated construction, storage, staging,
and parking area. Off- road traffic outside of
these designated areas will be prohibited.
Department
(Planning and
Building and
Safety)
13 Western Joshua Tree. Applicants that may
impact western Joshua trees within the Plan
area will comply with the WJTCA. Applicants
Prior to the start of
construction/
ground disturbing
Submittal of the
issued permit from
the CDFW to the
Community
Development
Department
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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will obtain an Incidental Take Permit (ITP)
from CDFW that account for the loss of all
live and dead western Joshua trees within
the specific portion of the Plan area. The
applicants will comply with all (ITP) permit
conditions.
activities and the
issuance of any
construction
related permits.
City of Lancaster (Planning)
14 Regulatory Permits. Applicant that may
impact the jurisdictional drainages within
the Plan area, specifically the mapped
feature west of the Kaiser Permanente
Medical Offices, will need to obtain
regulatory permits from resources agencies
as applicable. Based on current regulations,
this is expected to include obtaining a LSA
from the CDFW and a WDR from the
RWQCB. Permitting with the USACE is not
expected but may change as regulations
from the federal government change. No
impacts to the mapped feature wil l occur
without obtaining the proper permits.
Prior to the start of
construction/
ground disturbing
activities and the
issuance of any
construction
related permits.
Submittal of the
issued permit from
the applicable
regulatory
agency(s) (e.g.,
CDFW, RWQCB,
etc.) to the City of
Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Planning)
CULTURAL RESOURCES
15 Worker Environmental Awareness
Program. Prior to the start of construction,
a Qualified representative, procured by the
Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission
Indians and retained by the Project
Applicant, shall conduct a Tribal Cultural
Prior to the start of
construction
activities.
Submittal of the
executed contract
with FTBMI.
Submittal of a copy
of the worker
training to the City
Community
Development
Department
(Planning); FTBMI
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
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Resources Worker Environmental
Awareness Program (WEAP) training for
construction personnel regarding the
aspects of Tribal Cultural Resources and the
procedures for notifying the Fernandeño
Tataviam Band of Mission Indians should
Tribal Cultural Resources be discovered by
construction staff.
prior to the
issuance of
permits; submittal
of the training
sign-in sheets to
the City on a
rolling basis as
trainings are
conducted.
16 Native American Monitoring. The project
applicant shall retain a professional Tribal
Monitor procured by the Fernandeño
Tataviam Band of Mission Indians, and
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation if they
elect to participate in monitoring, to
observe all ground disturbing activities
including, but not limited to, clearing,
grubbing, grading, excavating, digging,
trenching, plowing, drilling, tunneling,
quarrying, leveling, driving posts, auguring,
blasting, stripping topsoil or similar activity.
Tribal Monitorin g Services will continue
until confirmation is received from the
project applicant, in writing, that all
scheduled activities pertaining to Tribal
Monitoring are complete. If the Project’s
scheduled activities require the Tribal
Monitor(s) to leave the Project for a period
of time and return, confirmation shall be
Prior to the start of
construction
activities.
Submittal of an
executed contract
with FTBMI, and
YSMN if they elect
to have a monitor,
prior to the
issuance
construction
related contracts.
Community
Development
Department
(Planning), FTBMI,
YSMN
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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submitted to the Tribe(s) by Client, in
writing, upon completion of each set of
scheduled activities and 5 days’ notice (if
possible) shall be submitted to the Tribe(s)
by project applicant, in writing, prior to the
start of each set of scheduled activities. If
cultural resources are encountered, the
Tribal Monitor(s) will have the authority to
request that ground -disturbing activities
cease within 60 feet of discovery.
17 Inadvertent Discovery of Cultural
Resources. If archaeological resources are
encountered during ground disturbing
activity, all activity within a 60-foot radius of
the find shall be stopped, the City of
Lancaster shall be notified, and a qualified
archaeologist will examine the find. The
archaeologist and Tribal monitors will
evaluate the find to determine if it meets
the definition of a historical, unique
archaeological, or potential Tribal Cultural
Resource, and make appropriate
recommendations regarding the disposition
of such find(s) prior to the continuation of
any construction work occurring within the
above-referenced 60-foot radius. If the find
is determined to potentially be a Tribal
Cultural Resource, the Fernandeño
Tataviam Band of Mission Indians and the
During
construction/
ground disturbing
activities
Applicant/
developer shall
contact the City of
Lancaster and
applicable tribes to
notify them if
resources are
encountered.
Community
Development
Department
(Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Cultural
Resources Management Department shall
be notified and be provided information
regarding the nature of the find, so as to
provide Tribal input with regards to
significance and treatment. If the find(s)
do(es) not meet the definition of a
historical, unique archaeological, or Tribal
Cultural Resource, no further study or
protection is necessary prior to project
implementation. If the find meets the
definition of a historical, unique
archaeological, or Tribal Cultural Resource,
then it will be avoided by project activities.
If avoidance is not feasible, adverse effects
to such resources will be mitigated in
accordance with the recommendations of
the archaeologist and Tribal
representatives, as needed.
Recommendations will include collection,
recordation, analysis of any significant
cultural materials and possible monitoring
of the remainder of ground disturbing
activity. A report of findings documenting
any data recovery shall be submitted to the
City of Lancaster, Nativ e American Heritage
Commission (Tribal Cultural Resources), the
Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission
Indians, the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel
Nation Cultural Resources Management
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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Department and the South Central Coastal
Information Center.
The project applicant will ensure that
construction personnel do not collect or
move any cultural material during
implementation of the project.
18 Archaeological Monitoring Program.
Archaeological monitoring will be
conducted under the supervision of a
Secretary of the Interior qualified
archaeologist during the initial phases of all
ground disturbing activities, to include
grading, trenching, grubbing and clearing,
and any other ground disturbances.
During
construction/
ground disturbing
activities
The applicant/
developer shall
submit an
executed contract
for archaeological
monitoring prior to
the issuance of
construction
related permits.
Community
Development
Department
(Planning)
19 Inadvertent Discovery of Human Remains.
If human remains are discovered during
excavation or grading of the site, all activity
within a 100 -foot radius of the find will be
stopped. The Los Angeles County Coroner
shall be notified immediately and will make
a determination as to whether the remains
are of Native American origin or whether an
investigation into the cause of death is
required. If the remains are determined to
be Native American, the Coroner shall notify
the Native American Heritage Commission
During
construction/
ground disturbing
activities
Applicant/
developer shall
contact the City of
Lancaster, County
Coroner and
applicable tribes to
notify them if any
human remains
are encountered
on the site.
Community
Development
Department
(Planning), County
Coroner,
applicable Native
American Tribes
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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(NAHC) within 24 hours of the identification.
Once the NAHC identifies the most likely
descendant(s) (MLD), the descendant(s) will
make recommendations regarding proper
burial (including the treatment of grave
goods), which will be implemented in
accordance with section 15064.5(e) of the
California Code of Regulations, Title 14. The
archaeologist and Tribal monitors will
recover scientifically valuable information,
as appropriate and in accordance with the
recommendations of the MLD. A report of
findings do cumenting any data recovery
shall be submitted to the City of Lancaster,
NAHC, and the South Central Coastal
Information Center.
GEOLOGY, SOILS, AND PALEONTOLOGY
20 Geotechnical Investigations. Prior to
submittal of grading and/or building plans,
or at the request of the City Engineer, a
geotechnical investigation and associated
report shall be completed by a licensed
geotechnical engineer. The report shall
identify geologic and geotechnical hazards
at the subject site, such as unsuitable soil
conditions (including expansive soils) and
seismic hazards such as seismically induced
ground shaking and liquefaction. The report
Prior to issuance of
construction
related permits.
Submittal of a
geotechnical study
for the
development and
reflect all
recommendations
on the
grading/building
plans.
City of Lancaster
Public Works
Department; City
of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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shall provide recommended measures to
reduce impacts from any identified geologic
or seismic hazards at the subject site. The
geotechnical report shall also provide
grading recommendations for any grading
required at the subject development site.
These recommendations shall be
incorporated into the final design for each
subject development. Each geotechnical
report shall be provided to the City of
Lancaster Building Official or designee for
review prior to commencement of any
subject development site gradin g or
construction activities.
21 Paleontological Resource Awareness Plan.
Prior to the start of any ground disturbing
construction activities, the developer for
the subject project shall retain a qualified
professional paleontologist to prepare a
Paleontological Resource Awareness Plan.
The qualified professional paleontologist
shall also provide training related to the
plan to all workers and staff who will be
onsite during excavation activities. The plan
shall, at a minimum, provide information on
and show what local Pleistocene fossils look
like in general, where they may be
encountered in the project excavation, and
how to proceed should material suspected
Prior to the
issuance of
construction
related permits;
during construction
Submittal of the
training program
for paleontological
resources and
submittal of the
sign in sheets for
training on a
rolling basis as
training is
conducted
City of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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to be a fossil is encountered.
22 Unanticipated Fossil Discovery. In the event
fossil remains are encountered during
excavation activities associated with project
development, the contractor shall cease all
earth-disturbing activities within a 100 -
meter radius of the area of discovery, notify
the City and the qualified professional
paleontologist shall be contacted to come
to the site to evaluate the significance of
the find and recommend an appropriate
course of action. Where warranted, fossils
will be excavated or otherwise recovered.
Field data forms shall be used to record
pertinent geologic data; stratigraphic
sections shall be measured, and appropriate
sediment samples will be collected and
submitted for analysis from each fossil
locality. Recovered fossils shall be prepared
to the point of curation, identified by
qualified experts, listed in a database to
facilitate analysis, and deposited in an
accredited and permanent scientific
institution for the benefit of current and
future generations. Work within the
potential fossil discovery area shall resume
only after the resource has been
appropriately identified and collected, if
During construction Field inspection;
contact City of
Lancaster in the
event fossils are
encountered
City of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety; Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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appropriate.
HAZARDS/HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
23 Site Characterization. Prior to issuance of a
grading permit for a PVSP development, a
site characterization study of the
development site shall be conducted by a
qualified Phase II/Site Characterization
specialist. The site characterization study
shall include sampling and testing of onsite
soils to determine if pesticide/herbicide
residues are present in the soil above
Department of Toxic Substances Control
hazardous material regulatory thresholds
and/or risk assessment screening levels as
appropriate to the anticipated land uses, i.e.
residential, or commercial, or industrial
uses. Sampling shall be conducted by a
qualified Phase II/Site Characterization
specialist and testing shall be conducted a
licensed laboratory. If the sampling results
identify contaminants above DTSC
regulatory thresholds or the associated land
use screening levels, further site
characterization and remedial activities
shall be conducted.
Additionally, the characterization study shall
also determine whether or not
Prior to the
issuance of
construction
related permits
Submittal of Phase
I/II/Site
Characterization
Report to City for
review and
approval. Ensure
any required
measures from the
report are
completed.
City of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety; Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
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underground storage tanks (USTs) were
present within the development site. The
characterization study shall include
additional desktop studies and file review,
site reconnaissance, and soil sampling and
testing if suspect UST sites are identified.
If any evidence of historical USTs is noted,
the qualified specialist shall conduct
sampling at and near the historical UST
location to determine if any contaminates
are present in soils above regulatory
thresholds for residential use. For any
historic USTs identified as remaining onsite,
the developer shall obtain appropriate
permits from the DPWEPD, prior to
removing any existing USTs, per the
Underground Storage Tank Program. The
developer shall conduct soil/groundwater
testing during UST removal, as requested by
the DPWEPD. If soil contamination above
regulatory thresholds is present in the soil
near historic UST tank locations or in soils
where historic USTs are being removed, the
developer shall remediate the site as
directed by the DPWEPD. The DPWEPD has
the option to refer the case to another
regulatory agency (e.g., the Department of
Toxic Substances Control, or Regional Water
Quality Control Board, etc.), in which case
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
the applicant shall comply with any specific
remediation regulations identified by the
respective regulatory agency.
24 Unknown Contamination. If unknown
wastes or suspect materials (including
undocumented underground storage tanks
[USTs]) are discovered during construction,
the contractor shall comply with the
following:
• Immediately cease work in the
vicinity of the suspected
contaminant, and remove works
and the public from the area;
• Notify the City Engineer;
• Secure the area as directed by the
City Engineer; and
• Notify the Los Angeles County
Health Hazardous Materials
Division. The Health Hazardous
Materials Division shall advise the
developer of further actions that
shall be taken, if required.
During Construction Cease work,
contact City and
appropriate
regulatory
agencies
City of Lancaster
Public Works (City
Engineer); City of
Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety; Planning)
25 Agency Construction Notification. Prior to
issuance of street improvement
encroachment permit, the applicant shall
obtain approval of a temporary traffic
Prior to issuance of
construction
related permits
Submittal to and
approval of
temporary traffic
control plans by
City of Lancaster
Public Works
Department
(Traffic
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
control plan and allowable working hours,
as directed by the Public Works Director.
the City of
Lancaster
Engineering)
HYDROLOGY/WATER QUALITY
26 Stormwater Quality Plan. Prior to approval
of each development application filed for
the PVSP, a stormwater quality plan shall be
prepared by a qualified professional for the
development and approved by the City of
Lancaster. The plan shall include provisions
to reduce discharge of pollutants from the
development site to the maximum extent
practical using management practices,
control techniques and systems, and
engineering methods, and other physical
means that are appropriate to the
development plans. App licable post
construction measures may include, but are
not limited to:
• Control for impervious area runoff,
including installation of detention
basins, retention area, filtering
devices, energy dissipaters,
pervious drainage systems, porous
pavement alternative;
• Regular sweeping of impervious
surfaces;
Prior to issuance of
construction
related permits;
field inspection
Submittal and
approval of a
Stormwater
Quality Plan
(hydrology study)
by the City of
Lancaster
City of Lancaster
Public Works
Department (City
Engineering); City
of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
• Efficient irrigation practices to
reduce runoff;
• Infiltration basins;
• Vegetated swales and strips;
• Xeriscape or other landscape design
that minimized use of fertilizer;
• Covered outdoor storage, including
for trash containers; and
• Berms around trash container areas
to contain runoff.
The Stormwater Quality Plan shall include
an inspection and maintenance program
that includes a provision to prevent clogged
discharge orifice that would permit standing
water or flooding.
27 Hydrology Study. If requested by the City
Engineer, a hydrologic study shall be
conducted for individual development
projects in the PVSP area. The study shall be
reviewed and approved by the City Engineer
prior to project approval. The hydrologic
study shall be prepared in accordance with
the City of Lancaster’s latest Engineering
Design Guidelines, as well as the Los
Angeles County Department of Public
Prior to issuance of
construction
related permits;
field inspection
Submittal and
approval of a
Stormwater
Quality Plan
(hydrology study)
by the City of
Lancaster
City of Lancaster
Public Works
Department (City
Engineering)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
Works Hydrology and Sedimentation
Manual as adopted by the City of Lancaster.
The hydrology study shall include
specifications for on -site stormwater
conveyances and drainage features.
NOISE
28 Reduce Short -Term Construction Noise.
The following measures shall be
implemented to reduce short -term
construction noise impacts:
• The on -site construction supervisor
shall have the responsibility to receive
and resolve noise complaints. A clear
appeal process to the owner shall be
established prior to construction
commencement that will allow for
resolution of noise problems that
cannot be immediately solved by the
site supervisor.
• Electrically powered equipment shall
be used instead of pneumatic or
internal combustion power
equipment, where feasible.
• Material stockpiles and mobile
equipment staging, parking and
maintenance areas shall be located as
During construction Field inspection City of Lancaster Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety; Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
far away as practicable from noise -
sensitive receptors.
• The use of noise producing signals,
including horns, whistles, alarms, and
bells shall be for safety warning
purposes only.
• No project -related public address or
music system shall be audible at any
adjacent receptor.
• All noise producing construction
equipment and vehicles using internal
combustion engines shall be equipped
with mufflers, air- inlet silencers
where appropriate, and any other
shrouds, shields, or other noise -
reducing features in good operating
conditions that meet or exceed
original factory specifications. Mobile
or fixed “package” equipment (e.g.,
arc-welders, air compressors, etc.)
shall be equipped with shrouds and
noise control features that are readily
available for the type of equipment.
• Construction equipment shall be
properly maintained and equipped
with exhaust mufflers and engine
shrouds in accordance with
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
manufacturers’ recommendations.
• When not in use, all construction
equipment shall be turned off and
shall not be allowed to idle. Provide
clear signage that posts this
requirement for workers at the
entrances to the site.
• Where feasible, noise barriers such as
walls, berms, or a combination
thereof, shall be used to reduce
construction noise. Noise barriers
must be large enough to prevent
significant noise transmission and
shield the receiver when possible.
29 Reduce Long -Term Noise Exposure from
Stationary Equipment. Prior to the issuance
of a building permit, an acoustical analysis
shall be prepared to evaluate potential
noise impacts associated with proposed
commercial land uses. The analysis shall be
performed by an individual with experience
related to the assessment of noise- related
impacts. The analysis shall, at a minimum,
include an evaluation of commercial parking
areas, commercial mechanical equipment
(e.g., compactors, generators), air
conditioning eq uipment, and material
loading/unloading areas. Noise -reduction
Prior to issuance of
construction
related permits
Checking/approval
of building plans
and review of
acoustical study;
field inspection
City of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety; Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
measures shall be incorporated sufficiently
to ensure that operational noise levels
would not exceed applicable City noise
standards at primarily affected existing land
uses (refer to Table 3.11 -6). Such measures
may include, but are not limited to, the
installation of noise barriers, setbacks, site
design features, placing residential and non-
residential air conditioning units shielded
from nearby noise -sensitive receptors
where feasible, and locating commercial air
conditioning units on building rooftop a reas
shielded by rooftop parapets.
30 Land Use Compatibility Acoustical Analysis.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, an
acoustical analysis shall be prepared to
evaluate the compatibility of proposed
residential land uses located within the
projected 65 dBA CNEL noise contour of
area roadways, proposed residential land
uses located within the project 65 dBA CNEL
noise contour of the Palmdale Regional
Airport/USAF Plant 42, as well as
commercial land uses located within the
projected 70 dBA CNEL noise contour of
area roadways. The analy sis shall be
performed by an individual with experience
related to the assessment of noise- related
impacts. Noise-reduction measures shall be
Prior to issuance of
construction
related permits
Checking/approval
of building plans
and review of
acoustical study;
field inspection
City of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety; Planning)
MITIGATION MONITORING PLAN (Exhibit G)
General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 / Zone Change No. 25-004 Specific Plan No. 24-001
Mit.
No.
Mitigation Measure/
Conditions of Approval
Monitoring
Milestone
(Frequency)
Method of
Verification
Party Responsible
for Monitoring
VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
Initial
s Date Remarks
incorporated sufficient to ensure that
operational noise levels would not exceed
applicable City noise standards at primarily
affected existing land uses. Such measures
may include but are not limited to the
installation of noise barriers, building
setbacks, and site design features.
31 Require Aviation Easements for Proposed
Residential Land Uses. In accordance with
City General Plan Policy 4.4.3, the project
shall require avigation easements for
proposed residential land uses located
within the 65 dBA CNEL contour of
Palmdale Regional Airport/USAF Plant 42.
Prior to issuance of
certificate of
occupancy
Submittal of
recorded
easement (if
required) to the
City prior to
issuance of
certificate of
occupancy
City of Lancaster
Community
Development
Department
(Building and
Safety; Planning)
AGENDA ITEM: 3
DATE: 1/26/2026
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TAFF REPORT
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ARKWAY VILLAGE SPECIFIC PLAN (GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 25-006, ZONE CHANGE NO. 25-004, SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 24-001)
DATE: January 26, 2026
T
O: Lancaster Planning Commission
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ROM: Jocelyn Swain, Senior Planner
Kendall Brekke, Senior Planner
Community Development Department
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PPLICANT: City of Lancaster
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OCATION: ±435 acres generally bound by Avenue K, Sierra Highway, 10th Street West, and Avenue L.
Assessor’s Parcel Numbers: 3128-001-005, -008, -009, -015 through -019, - 021, -022; 3128-002-001 through -005, -014, -17 through -020, -900, -901; 3128-004-011, -013, -17, -024, -025, -900, -902, -903; 3128- 005-001 through -038; 3128-006-001 through -007, -009, -010, -017 through -025, - 027 through -029, -031, -032, -046, -049 through -052, -054 through -060, - 062, and -900 through -906.
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EQUEST: A General Plan Amendment and Zone Change to redesignate the plan area to Specific Plan (SP), and the associated adoption of the Parkway Village Specific Plan.
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ECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 26- 02 recommending to the City Council the following actions:
a. Approval of General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 changing the land use designation of the plan area to Specific Plan (SP); b. Approval of Zone Change No. 25-004 changing the zoning of the plan area to Specific Plan (SP);
c. Approval of the Parkway Village Specific Plan under Specific Plan No. 24-001; and
d. Certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Parkway Village Specific Plan (SCH# 202402979) and adoption of the F indings/Statement of Overriding Considerations, and mitigation monitoring and reporting program.
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BACKGROUND
Approximately 138 acres of the subject plan area are currently within the Amargosa Creek Specific Plan, adopted in 2007. In the nearly 20 years since, the City of Lancaster’s needs for the area have changed to encompass a desire for a pedestrian friendly, walkable community with a sense of place . The remainder of the plan area is zoned Mixed-Use – Employment (MU-E) and Mixed-Use – Neighborhood (MU-N).
In 2019, the City of Lancaster established partnerships with several consultants to approach visioning, stakeholder and community outreach, and drafting of the plan documents.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Table 1 summarizes the general information concerning this project.
Table 1: General Information
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER(S)
3128-001-005, -008, -009, -015 through -019, -021, -022; 3128-002- 001 through -005, -014, -17 through -020, -900, -901; 3128-004- 011, -013, -17, -024, -025, -900, -902, -903; 3128-005-001 through -038; 3128-006-001 through -007, -009, -010, -017 through -025, - 027 through - 029, -031, -032, -046, -049 through - 052, -054 through -060, -062, and -900 through -906
LOCATION ±435 acres generally bound by Avenue K, Sierra Highway, 10th Street West, Avenue K-8, and approximately 6th Street West
ZONING AND LAND USE
The existing zoning designations in the plan area are Specific Plan (SP), Mixed -Use – Employment (MU -E), and Mixed -Use – Neighborhood (MU-N).
SURROUNDING LAND USES AND
ZONING
North
Vacant Land, Commercial Developments, Single- and
Multi-Family Residential (Commercial, Medium Density
Residential, R-7,000)
South Vacant Land, Industrial Developments (Light Industrial) East
Southern Pacific Railroad, Industrial Developments
(Commercial Planned Development, Light Industrial,
Business Park Specific Plan)
West
Multi-Family Residential, Sgt. Steve Owen Memorial Park, Commercial Developments (High Density Residential,
Park, Commercial Planned Development)
CURRENT DEVELOPMENT
The plan area is primarily vacant with scattered existing development, including a church, light industrial uses, an approximately 3.5 -acre multi- family residential development, Bowlero bowling alley, and Kaiser Permanente Antelope Valley Medical Offices.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed project was reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines.
A Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH# 202402979) was prepared and circulated for a 45 -day public review period from September 19, 2025 through November 3, 2025 with an extension granted until November 10, 2025. A Final EIR that analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed project has been prepared and released on January 16, 2026.
Effective January 1, 1991, applicants whose projects have the potential to result in the loss of fish, wildlife or habitat through urbanization and/or land use conversion are required to pay filing fees as set forth under Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game Code.
Pursuant to Section 21089(b) of the Public Resources Code, the approval of a project is not valid, and no development right is vested, until such fees are paid.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Parkway Village Specific Plan provides direction for development within the plan area over a 20-year period with a buildout year of 2050. This plan envisions a mixed-use, walkable community with a variety of commercial, residential, medical, and open space/public uses. The residential uses includes traditional single-family residences, single family -residences on smaller lots, townhomes, condominiums, and apartment complexes. The project site would be divided into multiple planning areas dedicated to different types of uses. These planning areas are shown below.
Draft Parkway Village Specific Plan Zoning Districts
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The maximum development allowed by the specific plan would include the following uses:
• 4,246 residential units;
• 130 hotel rooms in one or more hotels;
• 150,000 square feet of commercial uses in areas designated Mixed-Use Town Center; • 415,000 square feet of office, medical office, assisted/supportive living, and uses supportive of office including restaurants, financial institutions, professional services, etc., in areas designated Mixed Use – Office.
• 185,000 square feet of commercial uses including indoor technical schools, fitness centers and gymnasiums in the Mixed Use – C area;
• 8.7 acres for school uses;
• 27.8 acres for parks of varying sizes;
• 200 bed hospital and up to 500,000 square feet of medical-related uses including skilled nursing, assisted living supporting Kaiser’s needs; and
• 6.8 acres for a potential transit hub.
There is no construction associated with the proposed specific plan, and future development would be subject to separate approval.
ANALYSIS
General Plan Consistency
The Parkway Village Specific Plan implements many of the goals, objectives, policies, and specific actions identified in the City of Lancaster General Plan 2030. The Environmental Impact Report analyzed the proposed plan’s consistency with the General Plan. Specifically, the proposed plan, and any development allowed under it, would be consistent with the following objectives and policies:
Policy 1.1: Develop parks consistent with the park standards described in Table 4 -1 (of the Master Plan).
Policy 1.3: Provide park design and maintenance standards for developers to encourage provision of turn-key parks in lieu of fees.
Policy 1.4: Develop new neighborhood parks adjacent to or jointly with new schools where possible.
Policy 1.5: Develop neighborhood parks to include open areas that can be used for informal sports and team play; these areas will be available on a first -come, first-served basis.
Policy 1.6: Where a community park also serves as the neighborhood park for a designated service area, provide amenities consistent with those provided within a neighborhood park.
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Policy 1.7: Encourage the use of irregular, surplus parcels as open space and community gathering spaces.
Policy 1.9: Increase and enhance safety in all parks.
Policy 1.10: Cooperate with other public agencies to ensure that the parks, recreation, and arts needs of Lancaster residents are met.
Policy 1.12: Provide designated areas for off-leash dog walking.
Policy 3.1.1: Ensure that development does not adversely affect the groundwater basin.
Policy 3.1.3: Encourage the use of recycled tertiary treated wastewater when possible.
Policy 3.2.1: Promote the use of water conservation measures in the landscape plans of new developments.
Policy 3.3.1: Minimize the amount of vehicular miles traveled.
Policy 3.3.2: Facilitate the development and use of public transportation and travel modes such as bicycle riding and walking.
Policy 3.3.3: Minimize air pollutant emissions generated by new and existing development.
Policy 3.3.4: Protect sensitive uses such as homes, schools, and medical facilities, from the impacts of air pollution.
Policy 3.3.5: Cooperate with the AVAQMD and other agencies to protect air quality in the Antelope Valley.
Policy 3.6.1: Reduce energy consumption by establishing land use patterns which would decrease automobile travel and increase the use of energy efficient modes of transportation.
Policy 3.6.2: Encourage innovative building, site design, and orientation techniques which minimize energy use.
Policy 3.6.3: Encourage the incorporation of energy conservation measures in existing and new structures.
Policy 3.6.6: Consider and promote the use of alternative energy such as wind energy and solar energy.
Policy 3.8.1: Preserve views of surrounding ridgelines, slope areas and hilltops, as well as other scenic vistas (see also Policy 19.2.5).
Policy 4.1.1: Facilitate rapid physical and economic recovery following an earthquake by identifying and recognizing potentially hazardous conditions and implementing effective standards for seismic design of structures
Policy 4.1.2: Require development in areas with potential slope stability or soil constraints that may impact construction to conduct engineering studies to determine appropriate structural design criteria and effective construction standards to mitigate these conditions
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Policy 4.2.3: Retain undeveloped or vacant land within the 100 -year floodplain as very low - density rural uses or open space uses where plans for the construction of flood control facilities are absent.
Policy 4.2.4: Require new development, redevelopment, or major remodels to reduce on-site drainage flows below existing levels and increase groundwater recharge where appropriate.
Policy 4.4.2: Limit the uses surrounding airport facilities at Fox Field and Plant 42 to ensure their continued safe operation.
Policy 4.3.1: Ensure that noise sensitive land uses and noise generators are located and designed in such a manner that City noise objectives will be achieved.
Policy 4.3.2: Wherever feasible, manage the generation of single event noise levels (SENL) from motor vehicles, trains, aircraft, commercial, industrial, construction, and other activities such that SENL levels are no greater than 15 dBA above the noise objectives included in the Plan for Public Health and Safety.
Policy 4.3.3: Ensure that the provision of noise attenuation does not create significant negative visual impacts.
Policy 4.4.1: Limit the type and intensity of development surrounding Air Force Plant 42, consistent with the recommendations of the Joint Land Use Committee's study and the AICUZ Report for Plant 42.
Policy 4.5.1: Ensure that the transport, use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials occurs in a responsible manner that protects residents' and businesses’ public health and safety.
Policy 4.6.1: Ensure that adequate law enforcement is provided to the citizens and businesses of the City of Lancaster.
Policy 4.6.2: Promote public safety through the incorporation of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) concepts and other methods to design and implement new developments.
Policy 4.6.3: Promote programs and partnerships that encourage citizens to take a proactive role in community safety and the welfare of their neighborhoods.
Policy 4.7.2: Ensure adequate fire prevention and suppression infrastructure (fire stations, firefighting equipment) and personnel are available to protect the citizens and businesses of the City of Lancaster.
Policy 4.7.3: Ensure that new development incorporates the recommended design strategies to minimize the potential for fire.
Policy 4.8.1: Maintain a level of preparedness to respond to emergency situations that will save lives, protect property, and facilitate recovery with a minimum of disruption.
Policy 4.8.2: Effectively coordinate with neighboring jurisdictions and the Operational Area on planning, training, and exercises to effectively respond to major emergency incidents.
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Policy 4.9.1: Ensure city residents and businesses can effectively evacuate during or after an emergency/hazard event, if necessary.
Policy 9.1: Pursue the development of a trails network that would connect destinations throughout Lancaster, including local schools and parks, places of business, and transit stops.
Policy 9.1.1: Work with area school districts to identify funding programs for school site acquisition and facilities construction which recognize chronic shortfalls in traditional funding programs, and to ensure that schools are appropriately located.
Policy 10.1.1: Provide opportunities for a wide variety of recreational activities and park experiences, including active recreation and passive open space enjoyment within a coordinated system of local, regional, and special use park lands areas.
Policy 10.2.1: Establish and maintain a Master Plan of Trails which designates trail status and approximate locations, providing for the following types of trails:
• Urban Trails: multi- purpose pedestrian/ bicycle trails which connect residential areas to other residential areas, regional and community parks, schools, and commercial and industrial employment areas. • Rural Trails: multi- purpose equestrian/ pedestrian/ bicycle trails which connect residential areas to other residential areas, regional and community parks, schools, and commercial and industrial employment areas. • Bicycle Right-Of-Way: integrates with the urban and rural trails and provides additional access to residential, recreational, educational, and commercial/industrial employment areas.
Policy 10.2.2: Establish and acquire rights-of-way for master planned trails.
Policy 10.2.4: Facilitate the use of bicycles as an alternative form of transportation, as well as a form of recreation.
Policy 11.1.2: Encourage a wide variety of performing and visual arts programs, productions and exhibits within the City of Lancaster.
Policy 12.1.1: Preserve features and sites of significant historical and cultural value consistent with their intrinsic and scientific values.
Policy 12.2.1: Promote the construction of libraries or expansion of existing libraries as required to meet the needs of existing and future residents.
Policy 14.1.1: Manage traffic on streets to improve safety and reduce operation and maintenance costs. Auto speed and convenience may be diminished in some locations to achieve a more walkable, bike -friendly, and livable community.
Street design and operation in these ar eas should emphasize community character, access to adjacent land uses, and the accommodation of multiple travel modes, rather than vehicle speed.
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such as, biological, land, and water resources, as well as air quality, while permitting continued development within the study area.
Policy 14.2.2: Manage the City’s roadway network so that it is aesthetically pleasing through the development and maintenance of streetscapes. Maintain design standards or guidelines for streetlights, landscaping, street furniture, and other streetscape features that enhance Lancaster neighborhoods, with due consideration given to maintenance needs and operational costs.
Policy 14.2.3: Support flexible street design and operation that takes into consideration community character, access to adjacent land uses, and the accommodation of multiple travel modes.
Policy 14.4.3: Encourage bicycling as an alternative to automobile travel for the purpose of reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT), fuel consumption, traffic congestion, and air pollution by providing appropriate facilities for the bicycle riders (see also Policy 10.2.4 and subordinate specific actions of the Plan for Active Living).
Policy 14.4.4: Encourage commuters and employers to reduce vehicular trips by implementing Transportation Demand Management strategies.
Policy 14.5.2: Encourage the continued development of pipeline and utility corridors and rail freight lines, while minimizing the impacts on adjacent land uses and the roadway network.
Policy 15.1.1: Promote continued coordination between the City of Lancaster and local service providers.
Policy 15.1.2: Cooperate with local water agencies to provide an adequate water supply system to meet the standards for domestic and emergency needs.
Policy 15.1.4: Ensure that mitigation is provided for all development in recognized flood plan areas. Any mitigation of flood hazard in one area shall not exacerbate flooding problems in other areas.
Policy 15.1.5: Ensure sufficient infrastructure is built and maintained to handle and treat wastewater discharge.
Policy 15.2.2: Minimize the generation of solid wastes as required by State law (AB- 939) through an integrated program of public education, source reduction, and recycling
Policy 15.3.1: Direct growth to areas with adequate existing facilities and services, areas which have adequate facilities and services committed, or areas where public services and facilities can be economically extended.
Policy 15.3.2: Ensure that the City is proactive in addressing the infrastructure and service needs of the wireless communications industry.
Policy 17.1.1: Maintain an adequate inventory of land for residential, commercial, employment, quasi-public, public and open space uses.
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Policy 17.1.2: Provide sufficient land to accommodate a variety of housing types meeting the economic, lifestyle, and social needs of current and future residents.
Policy 17.1.3: Provide a hierarchical pattern of attractive commercial developments which serve regional, community, and neighborhood functions with maximum efficiency and accessibility.
Policy 17.1.4: Provide for office and industrial-based employment-generating lands which are highly accessible and compatible with other uses in the community.
Policy 17.1.5: Provide sufficient lands for the conduct of public, quasi-public, institutional, cultural, educational, and recreational activities.
Policy 17.1.6: Revise the zoning ordinance to conform with the GP text and map and to address changing conditions with new concepts that will allow both flexibility in application as well as a pleasing and attractive built environment.
Policy 18.1.2: Encourage development that is compatible with the City’s designated rural and non-urban areas.
Policy 18.1.3: Ensure that land use map designations are compatible with adjacent proposed land uses, surrounding developments, existing infrastructure, the roadway system, and Redevelopment Project Areas.
Policy 18.1.4: Encourage the long-term maintenance of new residential development.
Policy 18.1.5: Employ transitional or graduated density zoning patterns, alternative development standards, or design techniques to mitigate the interface between higher and lower intensity land uses.
Policy 18.2.1: Encourage appropriate infill development.
Policy 18.2.2: Encourage appropriate development to locate so that municipal services can be efficiently provided.
Policy 19.1.1: Develop and apply a comprehensive set of community design standards and guidelines in conformance with the goals, objectives, policies and action programs contained in the Community Design subsection of the Plan for Physical Development.
Policy 19.2.1: Promote a diversity of neighborhood environments, from the traditional downtown core to well-integrated new growth areas.
Policy 19.2.2: Create walkable, mixed-use, transit-accessible neighborhoods and commercial districts that provide opportunities for young and old to live, work, shop, and recreate.
Policy 19.2.4: Provide buffers to soften the interface between conflicting land uses and intensities.
Policy 19.2.5: Create a network of attractive paths and corridors that encourage a variety of modes of transportation within the city.
Policy 19.2.6: Minimize the visual impacts of utility corridors and their associated equipment.
Docusign Envelope ID: 82F4EA0F-8F3C-4873-A4DC-A53E715B0A5C Planning Commission Staff Report
Parkway Village Specific Plan
January 26, 2026
Policy 19.2.9: Promote the neighborhood as the basic building block of urban design to achieve a sustainable community form, providing for the needs of existing residents and businesses while preserving choices for future generations.
Policy 19.3.1: Promote high quality development by facilitating innovation in architecture/building design, site planning, streetscapes, and signage.
Policy 19.3.2: Enhance the livability of Lancaster by creating attractive, safe, and accessible gathering spaces within the community.
Policy 19.3.3: Establish a system of gateways and landmarks that will contribute to the character and image of Lancaster.
Housing Element Consistency
The project supports the goals and objectives of the City of Lancaster’s Housing Element. Specifically, the Housing Element identifies objectives and policies to provide a variety of housing types to the residents of the City. The project would provide dev elopment opportunity for up to 4,246 residential units, comprised of a variety of housing types. This would provide additional housing choices in the central portion of the City, within an area which would be walkable with access to shopping, recreation, jobs/medical care, and transit. Approximately 25 acres of the Parkway Village Specific Plan area are identified in the Housing Element as Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) capacity at an assumed density of eight dwelling units per acre , for a total of 200 units, compared to the 4,246 units allowed by the Parkway Village Specific Plan. The Parkway Village Specific Plan satisfies the requirement established in the Housing Element by providing a surplus of units. This development would specifically support the following policies from the City’s Housing Element and would help the City meet its current RHNA allocation.
Policy H-1.2:
Ensure that a mix of housing types are provided, including single - and multi-family housing within a variety of price ranges which will provide a range of housing options for Lancaster residents.
Policy H-1.3: Promote infill housing development within areas presently approved for urban density residential development, as well as areas which have been committed to urban development.
Policy H-1.5:
Ensure adequate water and sewer capacity to meet Lancaster’s housing need.
Policy H-1.7:
Encourage affordable mixed -use and multi -family residential housing developments on mixed-use zoned sites.
Policy H-1.8: As the local population grows, proactively plan for needs including hospitals, employment, infrastructure, and transportation.
Docusign Envelope ID: 82F4EA0F-8F3C-4873-A4DC-A53E715B0A5C Planning Commission Staff Report
Parkway Village Specific Plan
January 26, 2026
Lancaster Municipal Code (LMC) Consistency
The proposed Parkway Village Specific Plan establishes new development standards and design guidelines for the plan area. All development within the plan area would be required to comply with the City of Lancaster Municipal Code as applicable, typically fo r specific development standards which are omitted from the Parkway Village Specific Plan.
City of Lancaster Design Guidelines Consistency
The City of Lancaster Design Guidelines establish minimum standards with respect to site design, layout, and elevations for a variety of land uses including residential, commercial, and industrial. The proposed Parkway Village Specific Plan expands these s tandards to require certain specific architectural styles for the plan area, and associated design elements. These development standards are complimentary to the City’s Design Guidelines and would establish a sense of place and community. All development within the plan area would be required to have 360 -degree architecture which would enhance the community’s image.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FINDINGS
In order to grant a GPA, Section 17.24.140 of the Lancaster Municipal Code states that the Planning Commission must make the following finding:
a. Information presented at public hearing shows that such amendment is necessary to implement the general plan and/or that the public convenience, the general welfare or good zoning practice justifies such action.
The proposed Parkway Village Specific Plan and anticipated subsequent development are compatible with the intent of the General Plan and consistent with the specific objectives and policies identified in the Analysis section of the staff report. In order to accommodate the development associated with the Parkway Village Specific Plan, the General Plan designation for all parcels within the Plan Area must be changed to Specific Plan. This change would allow for the development of the uses identified in the Parkway Village Specific Plan, resulting in the vision the General Plan has for the core of the City.
ZONE CHANGE FINDINGS
In order to grant a Zone Change, Section 17.24.120 of the Lancaster Municipal Code states that the Planning Commission must make all of the following findings:
a. That modified conditions warrant a revision in the zoning plan as it pertains to the area or district under consideration.
The Parkway Village Specific Plan area is comprised of land which is ideal for development in the core of the City. As surrounding portions of the City have built out, it has become increasingly apparent that clear and specific development standards implem enting a cohesive vision for the plan area are necessary. Modified conditions warrant a revision in the zoning plan, as the Plan Docusign Envelope ID: 82F4EA0F-8F3C-4873-A4DC-A53E715B0A5C Planning Commission Staff Report
Parkway Village Specific Plan
January 26, 2026
Area is a mix of zoning designations and land uses. The proposed Parkway Village Specific Plan would allow for organized, high-quality development of the plan area as a multimodal district with a mix of uses (commercial, office, medical, residential, open space, etc.).
b. That a need for the proposed zone classification exists within such area or district.
The proposed zoning classification of Specific Plan is necessary in order to allow for development standards and design guidelines which have been uniquely tailored to the plan area. This zoning designation would be consistent with the proposed General Plan designation of Specific Plan.
c. That the particular property under consideration is a proper location for said zone classification within such area or district.
The Parkway Village Specific Plan area is located in the central portion of the City, near a variety of other uses, including a large park , medical facilities, shopping areas, and several high-density residential developments. Adjoining the plan area, adequate roadway capacity and infrastructure exist or can be provided to support the development.
d. That placement of the proposed zone at such location will be in the interest of public health, safety and welfare and in conformity with good zoning practice.
Placement of the proposed Parkway Village Specific Plan will be in the interest of public health, safety and general welfare, and in conformity with good zoning practice, because it will provide a consistent zoning across the plan area while remaining comp atible with the surrounding land uses. Additionally, mitigation measures required of all development within the plan area would ensure the health, safety and general welfare of individuals residing or working within the area.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
An EIR (SCH# 202402979) was prepared for the Parkway Village Specific Plan in accordance with CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines. The Notice of Preparation was distributed to the State Clearinghouse, p ublic agencies, and members of the public on February 27, 2024, for a 30 -day public comment period. This comment period ended on March 28, 2024. During the 30-day public comment period, a scoping meeting was held on March 14, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Lanc aster City Hall, 44933 Fern Avenue, Lancaster, California. A copy of the comments received during the comment period, including the scoping meeting, were provided in Appendix F of the Draft EIR.
The Draft EIR was circulated for a 45 -day public review and comment period starting on September 19, 2025 and ending on November 3, 2025. At the request Adams Broadwell, representing CREED LA, the comment period was extended by a week to November 10, 2025. A total of eight written comment letters were received during the public comment period. A copy of all written comments are provided in the Final EIR along with a response to the comments. The Final EIR was provided to all commenting entities on January 16, 2026
The EIR analyzed impacts and identified applicable mitigation measures associated with the Parkway Village Specific Plan in Section 3, Environmental Setting, Analysis, and Mitigation Measures, with respect Docusign Envelope ID: 82F4EA0F-8F3C-4873-A4DC-A53E715B0A5C Planning Commission Staff Report
Parkway Village Specific Plan
January 26, 2026
to the following issue/resource areas: aesthetics, air quality/greenhouse gases, biological resources, cultural resources, energy, geology/soils/paleontology, hazards/hazardous materials, hydrology/water quality, land use/planning/recreation, noise and vibration, population/housing, public services/utilities/service systems, transportation, and tribal cultural resources. I mpacts associated with aesthetics, energy, land use and recreation, population/housing, public services and utilities, and transportation were determined to be less significant and no mitigation measures were necessary.
Mitigation measures were identified for all other resource/issue areas including air quality/greenhouse gases, biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, hazards and hazardous materials, water quality, noise, and tribal cultural resources. With incorporation of all applicable mitigation measures, all impacts would be less than significant with the exception of impacts associated with operational air quality. Impacts associated with operational air quality were determined to be significant and unavoidable. A discussion of these impacts along with the required findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations are found in Attachment E. A Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) has been prepared and contains all identified mitigation measures (Attachment F).
LEGAL NOTICE
A notice of Public Hearing was mailed to all property owners and tenants within a 500-foot radius of the project, posted in three places, and noticed in Antelope Valley Press on January 6, 2025.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 26-02 recommending to the City Council the following actions:
a. Approval of General Plan Amendment No. 25-006 changing the land use design of the plan area to Specific Plan (SP);
b. Approval of Zone Change No. 25-004 changing the zoning of the plan area to Specific Plan (SP); c. Approval of the Parkway Village Specific Plan under Specific Plan No. 24-001; and d. Certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Parkway Village Specific Plan (SCH# 202402979) and adoption of the Findings/Statement of Overriding Considerations, and mitigation monitoring and reporting program.
Attachments:
A. Resolution No. 26-02
B. Draft Ordinance
C. Draft Parkway Village Specific Plan
D. Draft Parkway Village Environmental Impact Report
E. Final Parkway Village Environmental Impact Report
F. Findings/Statement of Overriding Considerations
G. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
Docusign Envelope ID: 82F4EA0F-8F3C-4873-A4DC-A53E715B0A5C
STAFF REPORT
City of Lancaster
PH 2
02/10/2026
TN
Date:February 10, 2026
To: Mayor Parris and City Council Members
From:Patti Garibay, Director - Community Development
Nicole Jones, Senior Analyst – Community Development
Subject:Lancaster Maintenance Districts Annexations 2026 Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-XX, Announcing the Results of an Assessment Ballot Procedure Public Hearing, Ordering the Annexation of Territory into the Lancaster Maintenance Districts, and Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments Therein.
G.C. Section 84308: No
Fiscal Impact:
There is no impact to the City’s General Fund as the properties within the Annexations will be assessed for the services being provided. Exhibit 1 contains a listing of all properties and into which Districts they are being annexed.
Background:
The Lancaster Maintenance Districts, separately known as the Lancaster Lighting Maintenance District, the Landscape Maintenance District and the Drainage Maintenance District (the “Districts”) were formed to provide a dedicated funding source for the maintenance, operations, servicing and installation of public lighting, public landscaping and public drainage facilities within the City of Lancaster. The District properties, which include the Annexations, benefit from the services provided and are assessed their proportionate share of the costs for each District.
The Annexations being considered include projects from fiscal year 2025-2026. There are a total of 11 projects being finalized. Each property owner within the proposed Annexations was mailed an assessment ballot, notice of public hearing and waiver and consent to annex into the Districts.
The returned Assessment Ballots will be tabulated after the close of the public hearing. 2 0
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For Fiscal Year 2025/26, the Lighting assessment is $131.21 per lighting unit; the Landscaping assessment is $143.83 per unit; and the Drainage Assessment is $89.90 per unit. These amounts included the annual CPI factor for Los Angeles-Riverside-Orange County of 3.11%. These adjusted rates will apply to any annexation taking place for 2025/26.
Attachments:
Resolution No. 26-XX
Exhibit 1 – Annexation Details
RESOLUTION NO. 26-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER,
CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING THE RESULTS OF AN ASSESSMENT
BALLOT PROCEDURE, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY
INTO THE LANCASTER MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS, AND ORDERING
THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Lancaster has, by previous Resolutions, initiated proceedings and declared its intention to annex territory (the “Annexations”) into the Lancaster Maintenance Districts, specifically the City of Lancaster’s Lighting Maintenance District (“LLMD”); Landscape Maintenance District (“LMD”); and Drainage Maintenance District (“DMD”) (collectively the “Districts”), and to levy and collect annual assessments pursuant to the terms of the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California (commencing with Section 22500) (the “1972 Act”); the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, being Chapter 6.4, Part 1, Division 2 of the Government Code (the “1982 Act”), and the provisions of Section 53753 of the California Government Code, and Chapter 1, Article 4 of the Act and the provisions of the California Constitution Article XIII D (“Proposition 218”); and
WHEREAS, at this time all notice and Public Hearing requirements as required by Proposition 218 have been met relating to the levy of the Annexations and annual levy of assessments; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has set Tuesday, February 10, 2026, as the time and place for the public hearing on the matter of the proposed Annexations and levy of annual assessments; and, WHEREAS, the assessments are in compliance with all laws pertaining to the levy of District assessments; said assessments are levied without regard to property valuation, and are in compliance with the provisions of Proposition 218 as the Annexations were approved by 100% of the property owners casting ballots at the time of the public hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the foregoing recitals are true and correct.
Section 2. This City Council hereby finds and determines that the procedures for the annexation of territory and levy of assessments therein have been undertaken in accordance with Proposition 218.
Section 3. The public hearing has been duly held and, after the tabulation of returned assessment ballots, it has been determined there are no majority protests, as defined in Proposition 218.
Resolution No. 26-
Section 4. The Annexations are hereby approved and confirmed. Based upon the testimony and other evidence presented at the Public Hearing, the City Council hereby makes the following determinations regarding the proposed Annexations:
• The proportionate special benefit derived by each assessed parcel has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the operations, maintenance and servicing of the improvements.
• The assessments do not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on each parcel.
• Only special benefits have been assessed.
The assessments for the Annexations into the Districts, as contained in the annual Engineer’s Reports for Fiscal Year 202 5-2026, are hereby confirmed and are levied upon the assessable parcels within the Annexations in the amounts set forth therein and as shown on the assessment ballots.
Section 5. The public interest and
convenience require, and this legislative body does
hereby order the maintenance work to be performed as said maintenance work is set forth in the Engineer’s Reports.
Section 6.
The above-referenced Reports shall be filed in the Office of the City Clerk, and shall remain open for public inspection.
Section 7. The County Auditor shall enter onto the County Assessment roll, opposite each assessable parcel, the amount assessed thereupon, as shown in the Reports.
Section 8. The assessments shall be collected at the same time and in the same manner as County taxes are collected, and all laws providing for the collection and enforcement of County Taxes shall apply to the collection and enforcement of the assessments.
Section 9. The assessments as above authorized and levied for these proceedings will provide revenue for District purposes related to the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026
.
Resolution No. 26-
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 10th day of February 2026, by the following vote: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
APPROVED:
____________________________ _________________________
ANDREA ALEXANDER R. REX PARRIS
City Clerk Mayor
City of Lancaster City of Lancaster
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF LANCASTER )
CERTIFICATION OF RESOLUTION
CITY COUNCIL
I, _____________________________, _________________________ City of Lancaster, California, do hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of the original Resolution No. 26- , for which the original is on file in my office.
WITNESS MY HAND AND THE SEAL OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER, on this 10 th day of January 2026.
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Annexation No.'s APN(s) Project Calculated
EDU's
Estimated
1st Year
Assessment
DMD
DMD 25-21 3384-017-003 GRA25-04084 Green Hydrogen production plant BOLTHOUSE LAND COMPANY LLC 1104.00 $99,249.60 DMD 25-22 3153-007-011 TR 70181 (GRA24-03325)141 SFR S M M M LANCO 141 LLC 141.00 $12,675.90 DMD 26-02 3153-008-006 TR 70182 (GRA25-04535)139 SFR PRIME 40 WEST LLC 139.00 $12,496.10 DMD 26-01 3153-025-045
3153-025-046 TR 83573 (GRA24-03486)68 SFR LAND DEVELOPMENT OF AMERICA LLC 68.00 $6,113.20 DMD 26-03 3135-001-923 TR 84221-02 (GRA25-02688)171 SFR LANCASTER HOUSING AUTHORITY 171.00 $15,372.90 DMD 25-16 3150-002-104 DR 24-036 4010 E LANCASTER BLVD LANCASTER CA 93535-7727 LANCASTER BAPTIST CHURCH 67.82 $5,912.91 DMD 24-23 3112-049-051 PMT 24-04820 25th St. W. & Westfield Ha Hahn Hong Thi 2.00 $174.38 DMD 24-27 3126-034-109 PMT 24-05478 8th Ave E. and Lois Ln Usher, Ulric & Cadle 1.00 $87.19 DMD 25-17 3126-032-089 SPR 23-005 NE CORNER OF AVENUE K-8 AND GINGHAM AVENUE BARTZ ALTADONNA COMMUNITY HEALTH 19.15 $1,670.07 DMD 26-04 3203-018-064 TR 72534-01 (GRA 22-04134)11 SFR GID LANCASTER 80 LLC 11.00 $988.90 DMD 24-15 3153-007-004 TR 70180 (GRA24-03215)45th St W., north of Lancaster Blvd CA LANCO 109, LLC 109.00 $9,503.71 EXHIBIT 1
CITY OF LANCASTER
Maintenance District Annexations
DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
Annexation No.'s APN(s) Project Calculated
EDU's
Estimated
1st Year
Assessment
DMD
LMD 25-08 3153-007-011 TR 70181 (GRA24-03325)141 SFR S M M M LANCO 141 LLC 141.00 $20,280.03 LMD 26-02 3153-008-006 TR 70182 (GRA25-04535)139 SFR PRIME 40 WEST LLC 139.00 $19,992.37 LMD 26-01
3153-025-045
3153-025-046 TR 83573 (GRA24-03486)68 SFR LAND DEVELOPMENT OF AMERICA LLC 68.00 $9,780.44 LMD 26-04 3203-018-064 TR 72534-01 (GRA 22-04134)11 SFR GID LANCASTER 80 LLC 11.00 $1,582.13 LMD 26-03 3135-001-923 TR 84221-02 (GRA25-02688)171 SFR LANCASTER HOUSING AUTHORITY 171.00 $24,594.93 LMD 24-08 3153-007-004 TR 70180 (GRA24-03215) 45th St W., north of Lancaster Blvd CA LANCO 109, LLC 109.00 $15,205.50
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
Annexation No.'s APN(s) Project Calculated
EDU's
Estimated
1st Year
Assessment
DMD
LLMD 25-20 3384-017-003 GRA25-04084 Green Hydrogen production plant BOLTHOUSE LAND COMPANY LLC 222.40 $29,181.10 LLMD 25-21 3153-007-011 TR 70181 (GRA24-03325)141 SFR S M M M LANCO 141 LLC 141.00 $18,500.61 LLMD 26-02 3153-008-006 TR 70182 (GRA25-04535)139 SFR PRIME 40 WEST LLC 139.00 $18,238.19 LLMD 26-01 3153-025-045
3153-025-046 TR 83573 (GRA24-03486)68 SFR LAND DEVELOPMENT OF AMERICA LLC 68.00 $8,922.28 LLMD 26-03 3135-001-923 TR 84221-02 (GRA25-02688)171 SFR LANCASTER HOUSING AUTHORITY 171.00 $22,436.91 LLMD 24-23 3112-049-051 PMT 24-04820 25th St. W. & Westfield Ha Hahn Hong Thi 1.75 $222.71 LLMD 24-27 3126-034-109 PMT 24-05478 8th Ave E. and Lois Ln Usher, Ulric & Cadle 1.00 $127.26 LLMD 26-04 3203-018-064 TR 72534-01 (GRA 22-04134)11 SFR GID LANCASTER 80 LLC 11.00 $1,443.31 LLMD 25-16 3126-032-089 SPR 23-005 NE CORNER OF AVENUE K-8 AND GINGHAM AVENUE BARTZ ALTADONNA COMMUNITY HEALTH 3.00 $381.78 LLMD 24-15 3153-007-004 TR 70180 (GRA24-03215) 45th St W., north of Lancaster Blvd CA LANCO 109, LLC 109.00 $13,871.34
LANCASTER LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
STAFF REPORT
City of Lancaster
PH 3
2/10/2026
TN
Date:February 10, 2026
To: Mayor Parris and City Council Members
From:Patti Garibay, Director - Community Development
Jocelyn Swain, Senior Planner
Shannon Edwin, Planner
Subject:Open Space Element & Conservation Element Updates, General Plan Amendment No. 25-005
Recommendation:
1. Adopt Resolution No.____:
a. Approving General Plan Amendment No. 25-005 to adopt the updates to the Open Space and Conservation Elements; finding that the project is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and no further environmental review is necessary and authorizing staff to file a Notice of Exemption.
G.C. Section 84308: No
Fiscal Impact:
None.
Background:
The purpose of the updates to the Open Space Element and Conservation Element is to comply with recent State legislation, specifically Senate Bill (SB) 1425 and Assembly Bill (AB) 1889. SB 1425 requires the Open Space Element to be updated to address equitable access to open space and climate resilience. AB 1889 requires the Conservation Element to be updated to address wildlife connectivity. Minor changes have been made to these two elements to bring them into compliance with state legislation. These changes include enhanced policies and actions to support the provision of more parks and open space and opportunities to support wildlife connectivity throughout the City. Many of the policies and actions added to the elements reflect actions that the City is already implementing or exploring. These include the following:
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Open Space Element
Explore opportunities for more park and open space in areas that are generally lacking. Encourage use of park and open space facilities by all age groups via marketing efforts of recreation programming and incorporation of amenities in parks, such as play and exercise equipment.
Protect users’ health and safety, especially in relation to extreme heat and poor air quality, including more shade opportunities, seating, water fountains, water recreation, and utilize lighting to allow for evening use of park space. Education, programming, and community cleanup opportunities to discourage illegal dumping or littering in parks and open space areas.
Encourage the use of parks with local vendors and for community events.
Conservation Element
Coordinate with CDFW to pursue Joshua Tree Delegation Agreements, which would authorize the City to process take permits in certain instances. Complete a count of all Joshua trees within the City limits Incorporate design options that account for wildlife connectivity in biologically sensitive areas, such as lighting, permeable fencing, wildlife crossings, and promoting infill development to preserve natural open space.
Develop a Habitat Conservation Plan and/or Natural Communities Conservation Plan. Evaluate existing roadway networks and their impacts on wildlife movement. Programming to provide education about local and rare wildlife and encourage best management practices.
No specific development is proposed as a result of these updates.
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Attachments:
A. Resolution No.
B. PC Staff Report Package, January 26, 2026
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT NO. 25-005 TO ADOPT THE UPDATES TO THE
OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENTS AND THAT
THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT UNDER THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
WHEREAS, the State of California requires that cities and c ounties adopt a comprehensive long-term General Plan for the City; and
WHEREAS, the Open Space Element is one of the eight required elements of the General Plan and must address the comprehensive and long- range plan to preserve undeveloped areas of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Conservation Element is one of the eight required elements of the General Plan and must address the City’s natural resources and establish goals and policies for their retention, enhancement, and development; and
WHEREAS, this update to the City of Lancaster Open Space Element has been prepared pursuant to Senate Bill (SB) 1425 and Section 65560 of the Government Code; and
WHEREAS, this update to the City of Lancaster Conservation Space Element has been prepared pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 1889 and Section 65302(d) of the Government Code; and
WHEREAS, the proposed actions were reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and staff determined that the project is exempt from further environmental review under CEQA Section 15061(b)(3), Common Sense Exemption, and that under Public Resources Code section 21166 and CEQA Guidelines section 15162(a), once an Environmental Impact Report has been certified, no further environmental review is necessary unless there is a change to the project or its circumstances, or new i nformation becomes available that would lead to new or more significant environmental impacts. The proposed actions were reviewed for compliance with CEQA), and staff determined that they were previously evaluated in the Final Environmental Impact Report for the City of Lancaster General Plan 2030 (SCH# 200711003), which was certified by the City Council on July 14, 2009; and
WHEREAS, on January 26, 2026, the City’s Planning Commission held a public hearing concerning the Open Space and Conservation Elements, notice of which was published and provided as required by law, and adopted Resolution No. 26 -001 recommending to the City Council approval of General Plan Amendment 25- 005 and finding the project is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act and no further environmental review is necessary; and
WHEREAS, public notice was published and given as required by law, and a public hearing was held on February 10, 2026; and
CC Resolution No.
WHEREAS, the City Council, having final approval authority, has sufficiently considered all testimony and public comment presented to them prior to taking action on the project and its environmental determination.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER, AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the foregoing Recitals are true, correct and a substantive part of this Resolution.
2. That there is a need for the proposed update in order to achieve compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1189 and Sections 65560 and 65302(d) of the Government Code.
3. That City Council hereby certifies that that it has reviewed and considered the information for the proposed project in compliance with the California Quality Act (“CEQA”) prior to taking action. The City Council hereby finds that the project is exempt from further environmental review under CEQA Section 15061(b)(3), Common Sense Exemption, and that under Public Resources Code section 21166 and CEQA Guidelines section 15162(a), once an Environmental Impact Report has been certified, no further environmental review is necessary unless there is a change to the project or its circumstances, or new information becomes available that would lead to new or more significant environmental impacts, and authorize staff to execute and file a Notice of Exemption.
The proposed actions were reviewed for compliance with CEQA, and it was determined that they were previously evaluated in the Final Environmental Impact Report for the City of Lancaster General Plan 2030 (SCH# 200711003), which was certified by the City Council on July 14, 2009.
4. That the City Council hereby adopts the following General Plan Amendment findings, pursuant to Section 17.24.140 of the Lancaster Municipal Code (LMC), in support of approval of this application:
a. Information presented at the public hearing shows that such amendment is necessary to implement the genera plan and/or that the public convenience, the general welfare, or good zoning practice justifies such action.
The proposed updates to the Open Space and Conservation Elements are intended to achieve compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1889 to ensure the City’s General Plan is consistent with best practice, state requirements, and enhances public welfare.
The intent
of these bills and subsequent updates are to promote equitable access to parks, preserve open space and natural resources, and encourage development patterns that support wildlife connectivity. The goals and policies included in the updated elem ents enhance o r add to existing City goals supported in the General Plan and reflect the City’s current practices.
5. The City Council hereby approves General Plan Amendment No. 25-005 to update the Open Space and Conservation Elements.
6. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
CC Resolution No.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this ____ day of _____, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
______________________________ ______________________________ ANDREA ALEXANDER R. REX PARRIS
City Clerk Mayor
City of Lancaster City of Lancaster
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF LANCASTER )
CERTIFICATION OF RESOLUTION
CITY COUNCIL
I, _____________________________, _________________________ City of Lancaster, California, do hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of the original Resolution No._______, for which the original is on file in my office.
WITNESS MY HAND AND THE SEAL OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER, on this ____________ day of _____________________, _________.
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AGENDA ITEM: 2
DATE: 1/26/2026
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TAFF REPORT
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ENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 25-005
DATE: January 26, 2026
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O: Lancaster Planning Commission
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ROM: Jocelyn Swain, Senior Planner
Shannon Edwin, AICP, Planner
Community Development Department
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PPLICANT: City of Lancaster
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EQUEST: Approval of General Plan Amendment No. 25-005 to update the Open Space Element (formerly Plan for Active Living) and the Conservation Element (formerly Plan for the Natural Environment) of the City of Lancaster’s General Plan.
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ECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 26-01 recommending to the City Council approval of General Plan Amendment No. 25-005 and finding th at no further environmental review is n ecessary and the project is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
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CKGROUND
A city’s general plan is the long-range planning document that guides future growth and development for the region, comprised of at least eight mandatory elements. Periodically, in response to state legislation or evolving regional conditions, elements of the general plan must be updated. The most recent updates to the City of Lancaster’s General Plan were adopted in 2022, when updates to the Housing Element, Safety Element, and Environmental Justice Element became necessary in response to state law.
The City of Lancaster, along with all cities and counties in California, are required to update their Open Space and Conservation Elements, two mandatory elements of a General Plan, to be in compliance with Senate Bill (SB) 1425 and Assembly Bill (AB) 1889.
SB 1425 requires jurisdictions to update the Open Space Element of their General Plan by January 1, 2026.
This bill requires that the Open Space Element include plans and actions for:
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• Equitable access to open space considering social, economic, and racial equity. • Climate resilience and other benefits coordinated with the Safety Element. • Rewilding opportunities to preserve and enhance natural ecosystems.
AB 1889 requires jurisdictions to update their Conservation Element by January 1, 2028, to consider:
• The impacts of development on wildlife movement and habitat connectivity. • Identification and analysis of connectivity areas, permeability, and natural landscapes. • Incorporation of guidelines, standards, and the best available practices.
As a result, the City has updated the Open Space Element (formerly referred to as the Plan for Active Living) and the Conservation Element (formerly referred to as the Plan for the Natural Environment) to be in compliance with state law. The original elements were approved when the City’s General Plan was adopted in 2009.
The draft elements were made available for public review and comment from December 15, 2025, to January 14, 2026. At the request of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), the public comment period was extended by one week to January 21, 2026.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Open Space Element
The Open Space Element is one of eight state-mandated elements of the General Plan. The purpose of the update is to comply with SB 1425. Technical amendments to the Open Space Element are intended to achieve compliance with the bill’s requirements. To achieve this, the revised element includes new and/or revised policies and actions that are summarized below:
• Explore opportunities for more park and open spaces in areas that are generally lacking. • Encourage use of park and open space facilities by all age groups via marketing efforts of recreation programming and incorporation of amenities in parks, such as play and exercise equipment.
• Protect users’ health and safety, especially in relation to extreme heat and poor air quality, including more shade opportunities, seating, water fountains, water recreation, and utilize lighting to allow for evening use of park space.
• Education, programming, and community cleanup opportunities to discourage illegal dumping or littering in parks and open space areas.
• Encourage the use of parks with local vendors and for community events.
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All policies, plans, and actions in the existing Plan for Active Living have largely been preserved in the Open Space Element, with some minor amendments to reflect current conditions and practices and/or compliance with the state law.
Conservation Element
The Conservation Element is one of eight state-mandated elements of the General Plan. The purpose of the update is to comply with AB 1889. Technical amendments to the Conservation Element are intended to achieve compliance with the bill’s requirements. To achieve this, the revised element includes new and/or revised policies and actions that are summarized below:
• Coordinate with the CDFW to pursue Joshua Tree Delegation Agreements, which would authorize the City to process Joshua Tree take permits in certain instances. • Complete a count of all Joshua trees within the City limits. • Incorporate design options that account for wildlife connectivity in biologically sensitive areas, such as lighting, permeable fencing, wildlife crossings, and promoting infill development to preserve natural open space.
• Develop a Habitat Conservation Plan and/or Natural Communities Conservation Plan. • Evaluate existing roadway networks and their impacts on wildlife movement. • Programming to provide education about local and rare wildlife and encourage best practices.
All policies, plans, and actions in the existing Plan for the Natural Environment have largely been preserved in the revised Conservation Element, with some minor amendments to reflect current conditions and practices and/or compliance with the state law.
Appendices
As part of these updates, two new appendices have been added: Appendix A – Park Equity and Climate Resilience and Appendix B – Wildlife Connectivity. These appendices provide the analysis in support of the revisions in each element as well as satisfy some of the requirements of the state legislation.
Appendix A provides a detailed analysis of park and open space access city -wide and specifically for disadvantaged communities. It also includes an analysis of extreme heat events with opportunities to minimize impacts, drought, flooding, and wildfires.
Appendix B provides a comprehensive analysis of city-wide wildlife connectivity. It provides an overview of existing biological resources and identifies areas of high value that have the opportunity to support wildlife movement.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FINDINGS
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In order to grant a General Plan Amendment, Section 17.24.140 of the Lancaster Municipal Code states that the Planning Commission must make the following finding:
a. Information presented at public hearing shows that such amendment is necessary to implement the general plan and/or that the public convenience, the general welfare or good zoning practice justifies such action.
The proposed updates to the Open Space and Conservation Elements are intended to achieve compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1889 to ensure the City’s General Plan is consistent with best practice, state requirements, and enhances public welfare. The intent of these bills and subsequent updates are to promote equitable access to parks, preserve open space and natural resources, and encourage development patterns that support wildlife connectivity. The goals and policies included in the updated elements enhance or add to existing City goals supported in the General Plan and reflect the City’s current practices.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The proposed project was reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and staff determined that the project is exempt from further environmental review under CEQA Section 15061(b)(3), Common Sense Exemption.
Additionally, under Public Resources Code section 21166 and CEQA Guidelines section 15162(a), once an Environmental Impact Report has been certified, no further environmental review is necessary unless there is a change to the project or its circumstances, or new information becomes available that would lead to new or more significant environmental impacts. The proposed actions were reviewed for compliance with CEQA), and staff determined that they were previously evaluated in the Final Environmental Impact Report for the City of Lancaster General Plan 2030 (SCH# 200711003), which was certified by the City Council on July 14, 2009.
LEGAL NOTICE
A notice of Public Hearing was posted in three places and noticed in the Antelope Valley Press on January 6, 2026.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 26-01 recommending to the City Council approval of General Plan Amendment No. 25-005 and finding the project exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act.
Attachments:
A. Resolution No. 26-001
B. Draft Open Space Element
C. Draft Conservation Element