South Lake Tahoe City Council
June 18, 2024

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required mitigation: None.

67. Will the Project result in exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, backshore erosion, avalanches, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? (TRPA 1g)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to geologic hazards. Chapter 35, Natural Hazard Standards, of the TRPA Code includes provisions addressing avalanche, floodplains, and wildfire and Chapter 8 of the City Code which addresses CBC and IBC building standards, which includes protections for persons and property from seismic and geologic hazards. In accordance with Section 13.7.3 of the TRPA Code, TRPA would retain responsibility for enforcing and implementing regulations specific to the backshore environment as described in Chapter 85 of the TRPA Code. In addition, consistent with existing conditions, any subsequent project allowed within the Tourist Core Area Plan would be subject to project-level permitting and environmental review by the City and/or TRPA. Such projects would be required to meet all applicable building codes and standards and would be required to undergo site-specific geotechnical analysis as specified by Section 33.4 of the TRPA Code and Section 36-33 of the City Code. Therefore, the Tourist Core Area Plan would not expose people or property to geologic hazards.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required mitigation: None.
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5.4.9 Greenhouse Gas Emissions
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Table 13 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 13: Greenhouse Gas Emissions
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact

68. Greenhouse gas emissions,
either directly or indirectly,
that may have a significant
impact on the environment?
(CEQA VIIa)
X

69. Conflict with an applicable
plan, policy or regulation
adopted for the purpose of
reducing the emissions of
greenhouse gases? (CEQA
VIIb)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
Same as Question 27: Will the
Project significantly alter climate,
air movement, moisture, or
temperature? (TRPA 2d)
X
Certain gases in the earth’s atmosphere, classified as greenhouse gases (GHGs), play a critical role in determining the earth’s surface temperature. Solar radiation enters the earth’s atmosphere from space. A portion of the radiation is absorbed by the earth’s surface and a smaller portion of this radiation is reflected toward space. This absorbed radiation is then emitted from the earth a low-frequency infrared radiation.

The frequencies at which bodies emit radiation are proportional to temperature. The earth has a much lower temperature than the sun; therefore, the earth emits lower frequency radiation. Most solar radiation passes through GHGs; however, infrared radiation is absorbed by these gases. As a result, radiation that otherwise would have escaped back into space is instead trapped, resulting in a warming atmosphere. The phenomenon, knows as the greenhouse effect, is responsible for maintaining a habitable climate on earth.

Prominent GHGs contributing to the greenhouse effect are carbon dioxide (CO2), methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, and sulfur hexafluoride. Human-caused emissions of GHGs in excess of natural ambient concentrations are believed to be responsible for intensifying the greenhouse effect and leading to a trend of unnatural warming of the earth’s climate, known as global climate change or global warming. It is “extremely likely” that more than half of the observed increase in global average surface temperature from 1951 to 2010 was caused by the anthropogenic increase in GHG concentrations and other anthropogenic forcing (IPCC 2014:3, 5).
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Climate change is a global problem. GHGs are global pollutants, unlike criteria air pollutants and toxic air contaminants, which are pollutants of regional and local concern. Whereas pollutants with localized air quality effects have relatively short atmospheric lifetimes (about one day), GHGs have long atmospheric lifetimes (one to several thousand years). GHGs persist in the atmosphere for long enough time periods to be dispersed around the globe. Although the exact lifetime of any particular GHG molecule is dependent on multiple variables and cannot be pinpointed, it is understood that more CO2 is emitted into the atmosphere than is sequestered by ocean uptake, vegetation, and other forms of sequestration. Of the total annual human-caused CO2 emissions, approximately 55 percent is sequestered through ocean and land uptakes every year, averaged over the last 50 years, whereas the remaining 45 percent of human-caused CO2 emissions remains stored in the atmosphere (IPCC 2013:467). The quantity of GHGs that ultimately result in climate change is not precisely known; but is enormous; no single project alone would measurably contribute to an incremental change in the global average temperature, or to global, local, or microclimates.

From the standpoint of CEQA, GHG impacts to global climate change are inherently cumulative.

GHG emissions are attributable in large part to human activities associated with the transportation, industrial/manufacturing, utility, residential, commercial, and agricultural emissions sectors (CARB 2017a).

In California, the transportation sector is the largest emitter of GHGs, followed by electricity generation (CARB 2017a). Emissions of CO2 are byproducts of fossil fuel combustion. Methane, a highly potent GHG, primarily results from off gassing (the release of chemicals from nonmetallic substances under ambient or greater pressure conditions) and is largely associated with agricultural practices and landfills.

Nitrous oxide is also largely attributable to agricultural practices and soil management. CO2 sinks, or reservoirs, include vegetation and the ocean, which absorb CO2 through sequestration and dissolution (CO2 dissolving into the water), respectively, two of the most common processes for removing CO2 from the atmosphere.

Assembly Bill 32, the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 In September 2006, the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, Assembly Bill (AB) 32, was signed into law. AB 32 establishes regulatory, reporting, and market mechanisms to achieve quantifiable reductions in GHG emissions and a cap on statewide GHG emissions. AB 32 requires that statewide GHG emissions be reduced to 1990 levels by 2020. AB 32 also requires that (a) the statewide greenhouse gas emissions limit remain in effect unless otherwise amended or repealed, (b) the statewide greenhouse gas emissions limit continue in existence and be used to maintain and continue reductions in emissions of greenhouse gases beyond 2020, and (c) [CARB] shall make recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature on how to continue reductions of greenhouse gas emissions beyond 2020 [California Health and Safety Code, Division 25.5, Part 3, Section 38551]. For the purposes of AB 32 and other legislation in California, GHGs are expressed in carbon-dioxide-equivalent (CO2e). CO2e is a measurement used to account for the fact that different GHGs have different potential to retain infrared radiation in the atmosphere and contribute to the greenhouse effect. This potential, known as the global warming potential of a GHG, is dependent on the lifetime, or persistence, of the gas molecule in the atmosphere.

Executive Order B-30-15
On April 20, 2015, EO B-30-15 established a California GHG reduction target of 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. The EO aligns California’s GHG reduction targets with those of leading international governments such as the 28-nation European Union, which adopted the same target in October 2014.

California is on track to meet or exceed the target of reducing GHG emissions to 1990 levels by 2020, as established in the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (Assembly Bill 32, discussed above).

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step in the State’s continuing efforts to pursue the long-term target expressed under Executive Order S-3- 05 to reach the ultimate goal of reducing emissions 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. This is in line with the scientifically established levels needed in the U.S. to limit global warming below 2 degrees Celsius, the warming threshold at which major climate disruptions are projected, such as super droughts and rising sea levels.

Senate Bill 32 and Assembly Bill 197 of 2016
In August 2016, SB 32 and AB 197 were signed into law, which serve to extend California’s GHG reduction programs beyond 2020. SB 32 amended the Health and Safety Code to include Section 38566, which contains language to authorize CARB to achieve a statewide GHG emission reduction of at least 40 percent below 1990 levels by no later than December 31, 2030. SB 32 codified the targets established by EO B-30- 15 for 2030, which set the next interim step in the State’s continuing efforts to pursue the long-term target expressed in EOs S-3-05 and B-30-15 of 80 percent below 1990 emissions levels by 2050.

Climate Change Scoping Plan and Updates
In December 2008, CARB adopted its first version of its Climate Change Scoping Plan, which contained the main strategies California will implement to achieve the mandate of AB 32 (2006) to reduce statewide GHG emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. In May 2014, CARB released and subsequently adopted the First Update to the Climate Change Scoping Plan to identify the next steps in reaching the goals of AB 32 (2006) and evaluate the progress made between 2000 and 2012 (CARB 2014). After releasing multiple versions of proposed updates in 2017, CARB adopted the next version titled California’s 2017 Climate Change Scoping Plan (2017 Scoping Plan) in December of that same year (CARB 2017b). The 2017 Scoping Plan indicates that California is on track to achieve the 2020 statewide GHG target mandated by AB 32 of 2006 (CARB 2017b:9). It also lays out the framework for achieving the mandate of SB 32 of 2016 to reduce statewide GHG emissions to at least 40 percent below 1990 levels by the end of 2030 (CARB 2017b). The 2017 Scoping Plan identifies the GHG reductions needed by each emissions sector.

The 2017 Scoping Plan also identifies how GHGs associated with proposed projects could be evaluated under CEQA (CARB 2017b:101-102). Specifically, it states that achieving “no net increase” in GHG emissions is an appropriate overall objective of projects evaluated under CEQA if conformity with an applicable local GHG reduction plan cannot be demonstrated. CARB recognizes that it may not be appropriate or feasible for every development project to mitigate its GHG emissions to zero and that an increase in GHG emissions because of a project may not necessarily imply a substantial contribution to the cumulatively significant environmental impact of climate change. The latest 2022 Scoping Plan Update aims to assess progress towards achieving the Senate Bill 32 2030 target and lay out a path to achieve carbon neutrality by no later than 2045.

Senate Bill X1-2, the California Renewable Energy Resources Act of 2011 and Senate Bill 350, the Clean Energy and Pollution Reduction Act of 2015
SB X1-2 of 2011 requires all California utilities to generate 33 percent of their electricity from renewables by 2020. SB X1-2 sets a three-stage compliance period requiring all California utilities, including independently owned utilities, energy service providers, and community choice aggregators, to generate 20 percent of their electricity from renewables by December 31, 2013; 25 percent by December 31, 2016; and 33 percent by December 31, 2020. SB X1-2 also requires the renewable electricity standard to be met increasingly with renewable energy that is supplied to the California grid from sources within, or directly proximate to, California. SB X1-2 mandates that renewables from these sources make up at least 50 percent of the total renewable energy for the 2011-2013 compliance period, at least 65 percent for the 2014–2016 compliance period, and at least 75 percent for 2016 and beyond. In October 2015, SB 350 was signed into 1013

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law, which requires retail sellers and publicly owned utilities to procure 50 percent of their electricity from renewable resources by 2030.

El Dorado County Air Quality Management District
The El Dorado County Air Quality Management District (EDCAQMD) has not adopted specific thresholds of significance for analyzing GHG emissions under CEQA. At present, the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District (SMAQMD) along with a committee of EDCAQMD and other regional air districts (i.e., Placer County Air Pollution Control District [PCAPCD], Feather River Air Quality Management District, and Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District) use guidance from the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association to develop draft threshold concepts for evaluating project-level GHG emissions. The goal of the thresholds is to capture at least 90 percent of GHG emissions from new stationary sources and land development projects. The nearby PCAPCD has developed thresholds of significance for analyzing climate change impacts in consideration of this strategy. PCACPD has adopted a 10,000 and 1,100 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e) bright-line thresholds of significance for analyzing construction and operational emissions, respectively. In lieu of adopted thresholds of significance developed by EDCAQMD and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), these thresholds of significance are applied to future projects within the Tourist Core Area Plan.

City of South Lake Tahoe Climate Action Plan
In 2017, the City passed Resolution 2017-26, Establishing Renewable Energy and Carbon Emissions Reduction Goals. These goals include achieving 50 percent of municipal energy sources from renewable energy by 2025, 100 percent of municipal energy sources from renewable energy by 2032, and 100 percent of community energy sources from renewable electricity by 2032. The resolution additionally outlines the emissions reduction targets of a 50 percent reduction in community-wide emissions by 2030 and an 80 percent reduction in community-wide emissions by 2040. After establishing these reduction targets, the City completed a community-wide GHG emissions inventory to identify the emissions-generating sources in the community. This inventory was used as the foundation for developing the City’s first Climate Action Plan, and City Council adopted it on October 20, 2020. It serves as a long-term plan to reduce GHG emissions from community activities and prepare for the impacts of climate change.

68. Would the Project generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment? (CEQA VIIa) This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the City General Plan Update EIR. Implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would result in some level of development and population growth anticipated during the plan horizon. Although many of the sustainability- and conservation-oriented land use and transportation policies of the State of California, TRPA Regional Plan and City General Plan would reduce VMT, increase opportunities for transit and non-motor vehicle travel, and allow or encourage redevelopment that would improve energy efficiency, the combined influence of development and population growth occurring during the planning horizon of the City General Plan and the TRPA Regional Plan would result in an increase in overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that would make a cumulative contribution to global climate change.

Increases of GHG emissions attributable to the General Plan and the Tourist Core Area Plan would consist primarily of CO2. To a lesser extent, emissions of CH4 and N2O would also contribute to overall increases in GHG emissions. Mobile-source emissions account for a majority of the increase in GHG emissions, representing roughly 85 percent of the total GHG emissions increase. To a lesser extent, electricity and natural gas consumption and use of wood-burning hearth devices also contribute to increased GHG emissions, accounting for a majority of the remaining GHG emissions. While substantial increases in total 1014

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GHG emissions are anticipated from buildout, the General Plan would have substantially reduced GHG emissions per new service population (i.e., total number of new residents and employees in the Planning Area) as compared to development under the existing General Plan and 1987 TRPA Regional Plan (13.54 versus 23.57 MTCO2e per year) (CSLT 2010, pages 4.85-47 through 4.5-56).

Under CEQA, an increase in greenhouse gas emissions would be considered significant if the project would obstruct implementation of any applicable plan, policy, or regulation of an agency adopted for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions. This standard of significance approach for analysis of climate change impacts is generally supported by the California Air Resources Control Board (Preliminary Draft Staff Proposal - Recommended Approaches for Setting Interim Significance Thresholds for Greenhouse Gases under the California Environmental Quality Act, October 2008). As previously discussed, AB 32 requires total statewide GHG emissions to be reduced to 1990 emissions level by year 2020, which represents an approximate 15 percent reduction, in comparison to baseline GHG emissions and includes provisions for maintaining the GHG emissions limits following 2020 to continue reductions in GHGs.

Given that TRPA’s transCAD region-wide traffic model is designed to provide VMT data for the entire Tahoe Basin and cannot provide accurate vehicle miles travel (VMT) data for the City of South Lake Tahoe and its Planning Area, the mobile emission analysis used for the adopted 2013 Area Plan was based on a comparison of year 2030 conditions under the 1999 General Plan and 1987 TRPA Regional Plan to the proposed General Plan Update and proposed TRPA Regional Plan Update. Given these same limitations, a baseline GHG emissions inventory specific to the Tourist Core could not be quantified. As a result, the analysis prepared for the 2013 Area Plan was based on quantifiable reductions in GHG emissions associated with General Plan policies and actions, taking into consideration anticipated percentage contributions by source category, as well as, estimated net increases in GHG emissions resulting from implementation of the General Plan. The Area Planwould also be considered to have a significant impact if proposed policies and actions would be inconsistent with GHG reduction measures recommended by the California Attorney General.

In addition, the Area Plan would be considered to have a significant impact from global climate change if it would result in the exposure of residents to hazards associated with climate change.

The General Plan Update contains numerous policies that include specific, enforceable requirements and/or restrictions and corresponding performance standards that would apply in the Tourist Core Area Plan and would reduce VMT and air quality emissions, including construction-related and operational-related GHG emissions. These policies include actions that would promote the use of alternative fuels, alternative means of transportation, energy conservation, integrating land use and transportation strategies to reduce travel demand, and promoting sustainable development (CSLT 2010, pages 4.5-49 through.4.5-55).

The following mitigation measure from the GP EIR are also adopted as policies in the General Plan to reduce GHG emission:
 Support local, TRPA, and statewide efforts to reduce emission of greenhouse gases linked to climate change.
 Develop a citywide greenhouse gas emission inventory and establish regular time frames for updating the inventory.
 Establish a greenhouse gas emission reduction target consistent with AB 32 and SB 375 reduction efforts.
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 Analyze and mitigate significant increases in carbon emissions during project review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act.

In addition to the measures described above, the Area Plan incorporates General Plan Policy NCR-5.10 (CSLT 2011b, page NCR-9) in Policy NCR-5.1 of the Area Plan to address short-term construction emissions (TCAP 2013, page 7-3), which include incorporating measures to reduce construction-related GHG emissions to the extent feasible on a project-specific basis. Such measures may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 Implement measures recommended by the El Dorado County Air Quality Management District.  Prohibit open burning of debris from site clearing unless involved with fuels reduction project;  Restriction of idling of construction equipment and vehicles;  Apply water to control dust as needed to prevent dust impacts offsite;  Utilize low emission construction equipment and/or fuels and use existing power sources (e.g., power poles), wherever feasible.

In May 2008, the California Office of the Attorney General issued a paper for use by local agencies in carrying out their duties under CEQA as they relate to global warming, which include the measures adopted in the General Plan Update. In addition, these measures are consistent with the adopted Climate Change Scoping Plan associated with emission reduction measures for energy efficiency, regional transportationrelated greenhouse gas targets, and green building strategy (CARB, 2008). It is also important to note that the City has adopted a Sustainability Plan, which includes many of the same measures adopted in the General Plan Update. The City’s General Plan Update policies and the City’s Sustainability Plan are consistent with efforts by the State of California. Reductions in VMT attributable to the Area Plan policies and action items would account for a reduction in mobile-source GHG emissions. Additional reductions would also occur associated with implementation of proposed policies that would decrease emissions from area sources, such as measures that would promote green building, energy conservation, and sustainable development.

Moreover, the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would increase the density to 65 units per acre (with a minimum density of 12 units per acre) for multi-family housing to further incentivize residential development within town centers and multi-family zones, closer to employment and service centers, with better connections to transit, sidewalks, and bicycle trails. On average, there is 11 percent less VMT per capita in these town center and multi-family areas; thus, reducing VMTs and the associated GHG emissions compared to less dense residential development farther from town centers.

Reductions in VMT attributable to the proposed policies and action items would account for an approximate 2 percent reduction in mobile-source GHG emissions. Additional reductions would also occur associated with implementation of proposed policies that would decrease emissions from area sources, such as measures that would promote green building, energy conservation, and sustainable development. The proposed policies are consistent with measures currently proposed by the California Office of the Attorney General as well as efforts by the state under the AB 32 Scoping Plan to reduce GHG emissions.

With implementation of proposed General Plan policies and actions, region-wide VMT would be reduced by approximately 54,500 miles per day. Additional reductions in GHG emissions would result from compliance with RPS electricity standards, the prohibited use of wood-burning fireplaces, and continued implementation of Pavley regulation requirements and low-carbon fuel standards. As depicted in Table 4.5- 1016

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11 of the GP EIR (CSLT 2010, page 4,5-48), the combined total net increase in GHG emissions, with mitigation, would be approximately 103,714.25 MTCO2e per year. Based on the modeling conducted for the proposed General Plan Update, implementation of the General Plan policies as well as state programs (e.g., Pavley regulations under AB 1493 for fuel standards) would result in reduced GHG emissions of approximately 33 percent. Reductions in project-generated GHG emissions associated with individual development projects would vary, depending on various factors, such as the type of project proposed, site design and location, and proximity to local pedestrian, bicycle, and transit services.

Implementation of relevant policies from the General Plan, the City’s Sustainability Plan (which calls for development of a GHG inventory and reduction target), and associated mitigation measure MM 4.5.6 are anticipated to mitigate GHG emissions in a manner consistent with current state efforts to reduce GHG emissions under AB 32 and SB 375. Specifically implementation of IMP-8.6 (Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Strategy in the years 2013-2015) in combination with implementation of Mitigation Measure MM 4.5.6 that would require coordination with TRPA GHG reduction efforts and the establishment of an emission reduction target consistent with AB 32 and SB 375 reduction efforts would ensure that City GHG emissions are mitigated. Thus, this impact is considered less than significant (CSLT 2011a, page 4.0-4 through 4.0-5) under CEQA significance criteria. Because the Tourist Core Area Plan is consistent with and implements the General Plan and is consistent with the GP EIR, development and population growth anticipated during the Tourist Core Area Plan horizon is not expected to make a considerable contribution to global climate change.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

69. Would the Project conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases? (CEQA VIIb) The Tourist Core Are Plan is consistent with applicable plan, policies and regulations adopted in the TRPA Regional Plan, Sustainable Communities Strategy, and the City General Plan to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases. As discussed in Question 68 above, the City and/or TRPA would continue to implement existing practices described in Mitigation Measure 3.5-1 of the RPU EIS, General Plan Policy NCR-5.10, and Tourist Core Area Plan Policy NCR-5.1 which includes developing GHG reduction measures on a project-specific basis within the Tourist Core Area Plan. Moreover, the Tourist Core Area Plan would implement policies of the TRPA Regional Plan and the City General Plan which—among others—calls for concentrating development and redevelopment in town centers (e.g., the TSC-MUC, TSC-NMX and TSCG zoning districts) and the regional center (the TSC-C and TSC-MU zoning districts) in a pedestrian- and transit-oriented environment that focuses on enhancing non-auto modes such as walking, biking, and transit as a strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

Refer to Question 27. Will the Project significantly alter climate, air movement, moisture, or temperature? (TRPA 2d)
See discussion and analysis for Question 27 above.

Required Mitigation: No Further Mitigation Required.
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5.4.10 Hazards and Hazardous Materials (CEQA) and Risk of Upset and Human Health (TRPA)
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to hazards and hazardous materials and risk of upset and human health. Table 14 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 14: Hazards and Hazardous Materials and Risk of Upset and Human Health CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact

70. Create a significant hazard to
the public or the environment
through the routine transport,
use, or disposal of hazardous
materials? (CEQA VIIIa)
X

71. Create a significant hazard to
the public or the environment
through reasonably
foreseeable upset and
accident conditions involving
the release of hazardous
materials into the
environment? (CEQA VIIIb)
X

72. Emit hazardous emissions or
handle hazardous or acutely
hazardous materials,
substances, or waste within
one-quarter mile of an
existing or proposed school?
(CEQA VIIIc)
X

73. Be located on a site which is
included on a list of
hazardous materials sites
compiled pursuant to
Government Code Section
65962.5 and, as a result,
would it create a significant
hazard to the public or the
environment? (CEQA VIIId)
X
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74. For a Project located within
an airport land use plan or,
where such a plan has not
been adopted, within two
miles of a public airport or
public use airport, would the
project result in a safety
hazard for people residing or
working in the project area?
(CEQA VIIIe)
X

75. For a Project within the
vicinity of a private airstrip,
would the Project result in a
safety hazard for people
residing or working in the
project area? (CEQA VIIIf)
X

76. Impair implementation of or
physically interfere with an
adopted emergency response
plan or emergency evacuation
plan? (CEQA VIIIg)
X

77. Expose people or structures to
a significant risk of loss,
injury or death involving
wildland fires, including
where wildlands are adjacent
to urbanized areas or where
residences are intermixed
with wildlands? (CEQA
VIIIh)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No

78. Involve a risk of an explosion
or the release of hazardous
substances including, but not
limited to, oil, pesticides,
chemicals, or radiation in the
event of an accident or upset
conditions? (TRPA 10a)
X

79. Involve possible interference
with an emergency
evacuation plan? (TRPA 10b)
X

80. Creation of any health hazard
or potential health hazard
(excluding mental health)?
(TRPA 17a)
X

81. Exposure of people to
potential health hazards?
(TRPA 17b)
X
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70. Would the Project create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials? (CEQA VIIIa) This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the City General Plan Update, and therefore this analysis tiers from the GP EIR.

Development and redevelopment as a result implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan could result in the increasing the transport, storage, use and/or disposal of hazardous materials as a result of normal construction and operation of land uses and improvement. However all development would be required to adhere to federal, state, ad local regulations regarding the handling, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Transportation of hazardous materials on area roadways is regulated by the California Highway Patrol, US Department of Transportation and Caltrans. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act gives the USEPA the authority to control the generation, transportation, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. The El Dorado County Department of Environmental Management is responsible for consolidating, coordinating and making consistent the administration requirements, permits, inspection, and enforcement activities of state standards regarding the transportation, use, and disposal of hazardous materials in the county and the Tourist Core. The City has incorporated specific, enforceable requirements and/or restrictions and corresponding performance standards that address hazardous materials. General Plan Policy HS-6.4 would require private waste collectors to provide household hazardous waste collection programs and Policy HS-6.5 requires private waste collectors to transport hazardous waste during non-peak hours (CSLT 2011b, page HS-7)
All existing and new development in the Tourist Core would be required to comply with federal, state, ad local regulations regarding the handling and transportation, disposal, and cleanup of hazardous materials.

Therefore, this impact would be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

71. Would the Project create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? (CEQA VIIIb)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the City General Plan Update, and therefore this analysis tiers from the GP EIR.

The GP EIR (2010) identified that development and redevelopment within the City limits could result in the release of hazardous materials into the environment under reasonably foreseeable upset or accident conditions. Exposure to such materials could occur either through routine use or due to accidental release and concluded that this was a potentially significant impact requiring mitigation (CSLT 2010, pages 4.3- 38-39). The GP EIR identified two mitigation measures that were incorporated into the final adopted General Plan (2011). Policy HS-6.1 requires existing and new commercial and industrial uses involving the use, handling, transport, or disposal of hazardous materials within the city to disclose their activities in accordance with El Dorado County guidelines and the requirements of state law. Policy HS-6.2 requires that all construction activity cease if contamination is discovered on construction projects. Remediation is required to the satisfaction of the appropriate responsible agency (i.e., El Dorado County Department of Environmental Management, Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board, Department of Toxic Substances Control, or the City of South Lake Tahoe) (CSLT 2011b, page HS-7). 1020

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All existing and new development in the Tourist Core is required to and will implement and is consistent with regional, federal, state, ad local regulations regarding the release of hazardous materials into the environment due to reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions Therefore, this impact would be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

72. Would the Project emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? (CEQA VIIIc)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the City General Plan Update, and therefore this analysis tiers from the GP EIR.

Locations where existing or past hazardous material leaks may exist in the Tourist Core plan area include the Chevron gas station located at Ski Run Boulevard and US Highway 50 as well as other undiscovered or unregistered locations. Several other sites were indicated in the database search but these other sites have been remediated and closed by the Regional Water Quality Control Board.

Due to the fact that much of the Tourist Core plan area was developed prior to the ban on polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), it is conceivable that electrical transformers and industrial products currently located within the area could contain PCBs and other heavy metals. Persistent residential chemicals may also be present in the form of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers used in typical landscaping efforts by property owners in the past. Accidental release of these materials could occur as a result of demolition, development, or update of land uses within the Tourist Core plan area, further exposing people to toxic emissions.

Sensitive receptors such as children, the elderly, or hospital patients can be significantly affected by these emissions. As schools are located in close proximity along with housing typically utilized by senior citizens within the Tahoe Valley plan area, this is a primary concern.

As discussed under Question 71 above, the transportation of hazardous materials is regulated by the CHP, U.S. Department of Transportation, and Caltrans. Use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials is regulated by DTSC as well as local, state, and federal regulations. This is true for both demolition/construction and operation of projects. Facilities that use hazardous materials are required to obtain permits and comply with appropriate regulatory agency standards designed to avoid hazardous waste releases.

The Bijou Community Elementary School islocated just one-sixth of a mile from the project area. However as discussed in Question 70 (CEQA Checklist item VIIIa) above, the use, storage, and transport of hazardous materials are required to be in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations during project construction and operation. Facilities that use hazardous materials are required to obtain permits and comply with appropriate regulatory agency standards and the discovery of contamination require construction sites to cease operations.

Since all existing and new development in the Tourist Core is required to and will implement and is consistent with regional, federal, state, ad local regulations addressing safety form hazards, including hazardous materials, this impact is anticipated to be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.
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Required Mitigation: None.

73. Would the Project be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? (CEQA VIIId)
No hazardous waste facilities are identified within the Tourist Core.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

74. For a Project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the Project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? (CEQA VIIIe) The Project is not located within the City’s Airport Comprehensive Land Use Overlay district and therefore has no impact on public safety in the vicinity of a public-use airport or FAA safety regulations.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

75. For a Project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the Project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? (CEQA VIIIf) The Project is not located within the vicinity of a private airstrip and therefore has no impact on public safety in the vicinity of a private airstrip.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

76. Would the Project impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? (CEQA VIIIg) The City of South is responsible for emergency operations within the city limits. The City has adopted a Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (adopted July 2008) which has been approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and included as a local appendix to the El Dorado County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan provided guidance to the City for the development of pre-mitigation and postmitigation recovery for disasters in all hazard classification.

The Tourist Core Area Plan is expected to result in an increase in dwelling units and CFA within the plan area. Proposed amendments would allow for increased density of multi-family residential development.

Increased density has the potential to adversely affect emergency response described in local, regional, and state emergency response and/or evacuation plans, including but not limited to the County Emergency Operations Plan, the City’s Emergency Operations Plan, and the SLTFD Fire Planning Process. Increased density can result in greater numbers of residents and employees within an area that would need to be protected and potentially evacuated. Increased square footage of homes and CFA area represent greater resources that require protection and, in the event of an emergency, response from public service providers.

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in plan area. However, existing roadways provide multiple options for evacuation of the area and no roadway closures are expected as a result of the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments.

Chapter 9 of the City Code provides for the preparation and carrying out of plans for the protection of persons and property within the City in the event of an emergency and the coordination of the emergency functions of the City with all other public agencies, corporations, organizations, and affected private persons. As required by Chapter 9 of the City Code, the City has established a Disaster Council, which is responsible for reviewing and recommending emergency operation plans for adoption by the City Council.

The Disaster Council is also responsible for the review and potential amendments to the Emergency Management Plan. Moreover, the City has adopted General Plan policies in the Health and Safety Element:

Policy HS-1.1 requires the City to periodically review and update the City’s Local Emergency Operations Plan; Policy HS-1.3 requires the City to maintain a reverse 911 system; and HS-1.4 requires the City to identify pre-planned areas for disaster staging and evacuations (CSLT 2011b, page HS-2).

The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the existing regulations or amend the City’s Local Emergency Operations Plan or Emergency Management Plan. The Area Plan also would not impair the implementation of or physically interfere with the City Natural Hazard Management Plan or Emergency Management Plan and therefore results in no impact.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

77. Would the Project expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? (CEQA VIIIh)
Development and redevelopment in the Tourist Core could expose people and structures to hazards involving wildland fires in wildland-urban interface areas. However, any new development or redevelopment is required to and will implement and is consistent with state, regional, and local regulations designed to reduce the risk of wildfire. All new structures are required to comply with the California Fire Code, which established minimum standards for materials and material assemblies to provide a reasonable level of exterior wildfire exposure protection for buildings in wildland-urban interface areas. Chapter 12 of the City Code which contains fire regulations adopted to safeguard life and property form the hazards of fire and explosion. The City has also adopted General Plan policies the require the use of fire resistant materials, installation and maintenance of defensible space, and meeting fire flow requirements in new and rehabilitated structures.

Implementation of these policies, in conjunction with the existing California Fire code and the City Code requirements would reduce impacts associated with wildland fires to a less than significant level.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

78. Will the Project involve a risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances including, but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation in the event of an accident or upset conditions? (TRPA 10a)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.
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Construction activities related to development within the Tourist Core could involve the storage, use, and transport of hazardous materials. However, use of hazardous materials would be typical of urban development projects in the Tahoe Region and would occur in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Further, the types of uses that would be permissible within the Tourist are not of the nature that would involve storage, use, and transport of large quantities of hazardous substances that would increase the risk of incident. The types of uses (e.g., commercial and light industrial) are consistent with the types of uses already allowed under existing conditions, such that the Tourist Core Area would not be expected to create a new risk of accident or upset conditions. Therefore, the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in a risk of explosion or the release of hazardous substances.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

79. Will the Project involve possible interference with an emergency evacuation plan? (TRPA 10b)
See discussion and analysis for Question 76 above that concludes that implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan will not impact existing emergency evacuation plans.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

80. Will the Project result in creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? (TRPA 17a)
See discussions and analyses for Questions 70 through 73 above Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

81. Will the Project result in exposure of people to potential health hazards? (TRPA 17b) See discussions and analyses for Questions 70 through 73 above Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.11 Hydrology and Water Quality
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to hydrology and water quality. Table 15 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 15: Hydrology and Water Quality
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact

82. Violate any water quality
standards or waste discharge
requirements? (CEQA IXa)
X

83. Substantially deplete
groundwater supplies or
interfere substantially with
groundwater recharge such
that there would be a net
deficit in aquifer volume or a
lowering of the local
groundwater table level (e.g.,
the production rate of preexisting nearby wells would
drop to a level which would
not support existing land uses
or planned uses for which
permits have been granted)?
(CEQA IXb)
X

84. Substantially alter the existing
drainage pattern of the site or
area, including through the
alteration of the course of a
stream or river, in a manner
which would result in
substantial erosion or siltation
on- or off-site? (CEQA IXc)
X

85. Substantially alter the existing
drainage pattern of the site or
area, including through the
alteration of the course of a
stream or river, or
substantially increase the rate
or amount of surface runoff in
a manner which would result
in flooding on- or off-site?
(CEQA IXd)
X

86. Create or contribute runoff
water which would exceed X
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the capacity of existing or
planned stormwater drainage
systems or provide substantial
additional sources of polluted
runoff? (CEQA IXe)

87. Otherwise substantially
degrade water quality?
(CEQA IXf)
X

88. Place housing within a 100-
year flood hazard area as
mapped on a federal Flood
Hazard Boundary or Flood
Insurance Rate Map or other
flood hazard delineation map?
(CEQA IXg)
X

89. Place within a 100-year flood
hazard area structures which
would impede or redirect
flood flows? (CEQA IXh)
X

90. Expose people or structures to
a significant risk of loss,
injury or death involving
flooding, including flooding
as a result of the failure of a
levee or dam? (CEQA IXi)
X

91. Inundation by seiche,
tsunami, or mudflow? (CEQA
IXj)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No

92. Changes in currents, or the
course or direction of water
movements? (TRPA 3a)
X

93. Changes in absorption rates,
drainage patterns, or the rate
and amount of surface water
runoff so that a 20 yr. 1 hr.
storm runoff (approximately 1
inch per hour) cannot be
contained on the site? (TRPA
3b)
X

94. Alterations to the course or
flow of 100-yearflood waters?
(TRPA 3c)
X

95. Change in the amount of
surface water in any water
body? (TRPA 3d)
X

96. Discharge into surface waters,
or in any alteration of surface X
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water quality, including but
not limited to temperature,
dissolved oxygen or
turbidity? (TRPA 3e)

97. Alteration of the direction or
rate of flow of ground water?
(TRPA 3f)
X

98. Change in the quantity of
groundwater, either through
direct additions or
withdrawals, or through
interception of an aquifer by
cuts or excavations? (TRPA
3g)
X

99. Substantial reduction in the
amount of water otherwise
available for public water
supplies? (TRPA 3h)
X
100.Exposure of people or
property to water related
hazards such as flooding
and/or wave action from 100-
year storm occurrence or
seiches? (TRPA 3i)
X
101.The potential discharge of
contaminants to the
groundwater or any alteration
of groundwater quality?
(TRPA 3j)
X
102.Is the Project located within
600 feet of a drinking water
source? (TRPA 3k)
X, LTS

82. Would the Project violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? (CEQA IXa)
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to discharge into surface waters and surface water quality. Chapter 60 of the TRPA Code, which includes standards for discharge limits to surface and ground waters and Chapter 35 of the City Code which regulates urban runoff and stormwater quality. Additionally, consistent with existing conditions, all development, redevelopment, and infrastructure improvements within the Tourist Core would be required to meet the discharge standards of the Lahontan Regional Water Control Board and the City’s municipal stormwater discharge permit. All projects that would create more than one acre of disturbance are required to prepare a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) in accordance with The City’s Stormwater Management Plan (2207).

Because all existing state and local protections for surface water would remain in place, and water quality BMPs (in accordance with Chapter 60 of the TRPA Code Chapter 35 of the City Code) would continue to be required for all properties within the Tourist Core Area Plan, the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in discharges to surface waters or alteration of surface water quality. 1027

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Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

83. Would the Project substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? (CEQA IXb)
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to surface water management. Surface water and water rights in California are managed by the California State Water Resources Board. Consistent with existing conditions, projects that could occur under the Tourist Core Area Plan with subsequent approval that would require additional water supply affecting the amount of surface water in Lake Tahoe or another water body would be required to comply with Chapters 32 and 60 of the TRPA Code. These regulations pertain to the provision of basic services to projects and the protection of source water.

The potential impact of development and redevelopment within the Tahoe Region, including development within the Tourist Core area, on the availability of public water supplies was analyzed in the RPU EIS (TRPA 2012a, page 3.13-11) and discussed in detail in Questions below. Because the regional water demand at build-out would be less than the regional surface water allocation, and because TRPA Code Section 32.4 requires demonstration of adequate available water supply within an existing water right prior to permit approval, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in a substantial reduction in the amount of surface water or the water available for public water supplies.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

84. Would the Project substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off-site? (CEQA IXc) The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to the course or direction of water movements. In accordance with Section 13.7.3 of the TRPA Code, TRPA would retain responsibility for enforcing and implementing Shorezone regulations as described in Chapters 80 through 86 of the TRPA Code. Section 80.4.1 of the TRPA Code includes measures designed to preserve the natural littoral processes driven by currents and wave action within Lake Tahoe. Stream modifications are limited by the provisions of Chapter 63 of the TRPA Code, which requires protection of fish resources, and Sections

61.3.3 and 30.5, which requires protection of SEZ areas, thereby protecting streams as well. Consistent with existing requirements, projects that could occur under the Tourist Core Area Plan that could alter the course or direction of water movements would be subject to subsequent permitting and environmental review, and TRPA Code sections described above as well as all other federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to the course or direction of water movements.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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85. Would the Project substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off-site? (CEQA IXd) The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to surface water runoff. All projects within the Tourist Core must demonstrate compliance with the land capability and coverage provisions of Chapter 30 of the TRPA Code which is incorporated into the Tourist Core Area Plan Development and Design Standards. These provisions include allowing up to up to 70 percent within Town Centers and the Regional Center (TSC-C, TSC-MU, TSC-MUC, TSC-NMX) on high capability lands (land capability districts [LCDs] 4 through 7). For parcels located within the TSC-G district and within 300 feet of the high water line of Lake Tahoe the maximum coverage allowed is 50 percent on high capability lands. The potential effects of these changes related to water quality were analyzed in the RPU EIS (TRPA 2012a, page 3.8-41). Coverage increases on high capability land would be achieved through restoration and transfer of existing land coverage. Additionally, all development within the Tourist Core would be required to meet existing BMP standards to control potential increases in stormwater runoff and pollutant loading from the additional coverage. As specified in Section 60.4.6 of the TRPA Code, except where special conditions exist and are approved by TRPA, infiltration facilities designed to accommodate the volume of runoff generated by a 20-year 1-hour storm are required for approval of all projects within the Tahoe Basin, including the Tourist Core. Therefore, future projects that may occur within the Tourist Core would not inhibit the ability to infiltrate surface water runoff from a 20-year 1-hour storm event.

Also see discussion and analysis for Questions 84 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

86. Would the Project create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? (CEQA IXe)
All new development and redevelopment within the Tourist Core would be required to meet existing BMP standards to control potential increases in stormwater runoff and pollutant loading onsite. As specified in Section 60.4.6 of the TRPA Code, except where special conditions exist and are approved by TRPA, infiltration facilities designed to accommodate the volume of runoff generated by a 20-year 1-hour storm are required for approval of all projects within the Tahoe Basin. Therefore, new development within the Tourist Core is not expected to create or contribute additional runoff that would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage system.

In addition, several stormwater management projects have been completed since adoption of the 2013 Tourist Core Area Plan. These projects include the California Department of Transportation upgrades to drainage systems on US Highway 50 and the City Bijou Erosion Control Project. The City project focused on two key elements: (1) replacement of the existing Bijou Creek storm drain system that conveys storm water runoff from the 1,300-acre Bijou Creek watershed to Lake Tahoe; and (2) construction of a comprehensive regional treatment system for runoff generated in the Bijou commercial core which is partially located in the Tourist Core . The requirement to comply with agency regulations along with City and Caltrans stormwater management improvements result in a less than significant impact.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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87. Would the Project otherwise substantially degrade water quality? (CEQA IXf) The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to discharge into surface waters and surface water quality. Chapter 60 of the TRPA Code, which includes standards for discharge limits to surface and ground waters and Chapter 35 of the City Code which regulates urban runoff and stormwater quality. Additionally, consistent with existing conditions, all development, redevelopment, and infrastructure improvements within the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to meet the discharge standards of the Lahontan Regional Water Control Board and the City’s municipal stormwater discharge permit. All projects that would create more than one acre of disturbance are required to prepare a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) in accordance with The City’s Stormwater Management Plan (2007).

Because all existing state and local protections for surface water would remain in place, and water quality BMPs (in accordance with Chapter 60 of the TRPA Code Chapter 35 of the City Code) would continue to be required for all properties within the Tourist Core, the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in uncontrolled discharges to surface waters or alteration of surface water quality.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

88. Would the Project place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map? (CEQA IXg)
The Tourist Core Area would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to floodplains in Section 35.4 of the TRPA Code or Chapter 34 of the City Code. Portions of the Tourist Core are located within the 100- year floodplain. All future development within the Tourist Core would be required to meet both the requirements of Chapter 35 of the TRPA Code and Chapter 34 of the City Code related to floodplain management. Chapter 35 of the TRPA Code prohibits additional development, grading or filling within the 100-year floodplain except for public outdoor recreation, public service and water quality control facilities, and floodplain crossings. Chapter 35 of the City Code restricts or prohibits uses which are dangerous to health, safety, and property due to water or erosion hazards, or which result in damaging increases in erosion or flood heights or velocities; requires that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial construction; controls the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which help accommodate or channel flood waters; control filling, grading, dredging, and other development which may increase flood damage; and prevents or regulates the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert flood waters or which may increase flood hazards in other areas. Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

89. Would the Project place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect flood flows? (CEQA IXh)
See discussion and analysis for Question 88 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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90. Would the Project expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? (CEQA IXi) No levees or dams are located within the boundaries of or upstream from the Tourist Core Area Plan therefore no person or structures would be at a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving flood as a result of the dam or levee failure. Therefore this is a less than significant impact.

Flooding of the Tourist Core as a result of wave action from 100-year storm occurrence or seiches is discussed and analyzed in Question 91 below.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

91. Would the Project cause inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? (CEQA IXj) The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to waterrelated hazards. Future development within the Tourist Core would be required to meet the requirements of Chapter 35 of the TRPA Code and Chapter 34 of the City Code related to floodwater management.

Consistent with existing conditions, because the TRPA Code prohibits the development, grading, or filling of lands within the 100-year floodplain and in the area of wave run-up (TRPA Goals and Policies, Policy NH-1.2), implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not expose people or property to flooding or wave action from 100-year storm events.

There are active faults in the Lake Tahoe Basin, which could be sources of groundshaking at locations within the Tourist Core Area Plan boundaries during a seismic event. Seismic events could also result in tsunami or seiche within Lake Tahoe, potentially affecting low-lying areas, including portions of the Tourist Core. Structures within the Tourist Core would be designed and constructed in accordance with the current design requirements of the California Building Code and International Building Code Seismic Zone D.

Therefore, there would be no substantial increased risk of loss, injury or death or property damage from ground shaking alone.

Ichinose et al. (2000) investigated the potential of local earthquakes to generate tsunamis and seiches within Lake Tahoe. The probability of an earthquake strong enough to cause a seiche in Lake Tahoe is estimated to be 3-4 percent in 50 years (Ichinose et al. 2000). Based on modeled wave simulations for large earthquake (magnitude >7) scenarios for faults within the Lake Tahoe Basin (North Tahoe-Incline Village Fault and the West Tahoe-Dollar Point Fault), a potential exists for tsunami and seiche-related waves between 10 and 30 feet in height to occur along the shore of Lake Tahoe, potentially threatening low-lying lakeside communities. While earthquakes last several seconds, a tsunami wave could take up to 15 minutes to reach Lake Tahoe’s shore (Brown 2000). While experts have characterized the risk as far less than the risk of an approaching wildfire in the Tahoe Basin, they have called for the risk of inundation to be factored into emergency plans for the region (Wikipedia 2012; Kaye 2011).

The Tourist Core Area Plan would implement the policies of the Regional Plan (TRPA 2012d) which provides for increased density of development in Town Centers and the Regional Center. Most of the Tourist Core is located in low-lying areas adjacent to Lake Tahoe and could be at risk from inundation from a tsunami or seiche. Increasing the density of development within these areas could place additional people and properties at risk to tsunami and seiche; however no TRPA, federal, state, or local polices prohibit this land use. The City has prepared and adopted a Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan which provides guidance to the City for the development of pre-mitigation and post-mitigation recovery for disasters in all hazard classifications. Emergency procedures in the City are guided by South Lake Tahoe’s Emergency 1031

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Management Plan (EMP) and the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department’s Fire Planning Process. The EMP provides a framework to guide the City’s efforts to mitigate and prepare for, respond to, and recover from major emergencies or disasters. Additionally, consistent with existing conditions all projects within the Tourist Core would be required to undergo subsequent project-level permitting and environmental review, which would require the evaluation of hazards related to earthquake-related tsunami and seiche and measures (e.g., site-specific notification and evacuation procedures) may be required as appropriate.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

92. Will the Project result in changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements? (TRPA 3a)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to the course or direction of water movements. In accordance with Section 13.7.3 of the TRPA Code, TRPA would retain responsibility for enforcing and implementing Shorezone regulations as described in Chapters 80 through 86 of the TRPA Code. Section 80.4.1 of the TRPA Code includes measures designed to preserve the natural littoral processes driven by currents and wave action within Lake Tahoe. Stream modifications are limited by the provisions of Chapter 63 of the TRPA Code, which requires protection of fish resources, and Sections

61.3.3 and 30.5, which requires protection of SEZ areas, thereby protecting streams as well. Consistent with existing requirements, projects that could occur under the Tourist Core Area Plan that could alter the course or direction of water movements would be subject to subsequent permitting and environmental review, and TRPA Code sections described above as well as all other federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to the course or direction of water movements.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

93. Will the Project result in changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoff so that a 20 yr. 1 hr. storm runoff (approximately 1 inch per hour) cannot be contained on the site? (TRPA 3b)
See discussion and analysis for Question 85 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

94. Will the Project result in alterations to the course or flow of 100-year floodwaters? (TRPA 3c)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

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are located within the 100-year floodplain. All future development within the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to meet both the requirements of Chapter 35 of the TRPA Code and Chapter 34 of the City Code related to floodplain management.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

95. Will the Project result in change in the amount of surface water in any water body? (TRPA 3d)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to surface water management. Surface water and water rights in California are managed by the California State Water Resources Board. Consistent with existing conditions, projects that could occur under the Tourist Core Area Plan with subsequent approval that would require additional water supply affecting the amount of surface water in Lake Tahoe or another water body would be required to comply with Chapters 32 and 60 of the TRPA Code. These regulations pertain to the provision of basic services to projects and the protection of source water.

The potential impact of development and redevelopment within the Tahoe Region, including development within the Tourist Core Area, on the availability of public water supplies was analyzed in the RPU EIS (TRPA 2012a, page 3.13-11) and discussed in detail in Questions 156 and 164 below. Because the regional water demand at build-out would be less than the regional surface water allocation, and because TRPA Code Section 32.4 requires demonstration of adequate available water supply within an existing water right prior to permit approval, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in a substantial reduction in the amount of surface water or the water available for public water supplies.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

96. Will the Project result in discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality, including but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? (TRPA 3e) See discussion and analysis for Question 87 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

97. Will the Project result in alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground water? (TRPA 3f)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

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excavations, except under certain defined and permitted conditions, that interfere with or intercept the high water table by: altering the direction of groundwater flow; altering the rate of flow of groundwater; intercepting groundwater; adding or withdrawing groundwater; or raising or lowering the groundwater table. Additionally, excavation in excess of 5 feet below ground surface (or less in areas of known high groundwater) is generally prohibited because of the potential to intercept or interfere with groundwater is prohibited. Such excavations may be permitted under certain defined conditions (Section 3.3.6.B of the TRPA), and in such cases it must be demonstrated in a soils/hydrologic report that no interference or interception of groundwater would occur as a result of the excavation. Therefore, consistent with existing conditions, future projects that may occur within the Tourist Core are subject to subsequent environmental review and permitting by the City and/or TRPA, which would require the project applicant to demonstrate compliance with Chapter 33 of the TRPA Code and the protection of groundwater.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

98. Will the Project result in change in the quantity of groundwater, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? (TRPA 3g) See discussions and analyses for Questions 95 through 97 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.

99. Will the Project result in substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? (TRPA 3h)
See discussion and analysis in Question 95 above and analyses in Questions 156 and 164 below which concludes that potential impact of development and redevelopment within the Tahoe Region, including development within the Tourist Core Area, on the availability of public water supplies would not have an impact
Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
100. Will the Project result in exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding and/or wave action from 100-year storm occurrence or seiches? (TRPA 3i) See discussion and analysis for Question 91 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
101. Will the Project result in potential discharge of contaminants to the groundwater or any alteration of groundwater quality? (TRPA 3j)
See discussions and analyses for Questions 95 through 97 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.
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Required Mitigation: None.
102. Is the Project located within 600 feet of a drinking water source? (TRPA 3k) Sources of drinking water are located within 600 feet of the project area, however, the Tourists Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to source water protection and is therefore consistent with the goals of the Regional Plan and the RPU EIS. Chapter 60 of the TRPA Code includes protections for drinking water sources. Specifically, Section 60.3.3.C.1 of the TRPA Code identifies a Source Water Protection Zone that includes a 600-foot radius around wells, lake intakes, and springs assessed by TRPA. Into total, TRPA’s Source Water Assessment Map identifies 22 wells located in the boundary of the Tourist Core Area Plan All development within Source Water Protection Zones is subject to the requirements of Section 60.3.3.D, including installation of water quality BMPs and development of a spill control plan. Any subsequent projects allowed within the Tourist Core would be subject to permitting by the City and/or TRPA. Consistent with existing conditions, permit applicants within 600 feet of a drinking water source would be required to demonstrate compliance with the source water protection provisions in Chapter 60 of the TRPA Code.

Environmental Analysis: Yes, Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.12 Land Use and Planning
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to land use and planning. Table 16 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 16: Land Use and Planning
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
103. Physically divide an
established community?
(CEQA Xa)
X
104.Conflict with any applicable
land use plan, policy, or
regulation of an agency with
jurisdiction over the Project
(including, but not limited to
the general plan, specific
plan, local coastal program,
or zoning ordinance) adopted
for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental
effect? (CEQA Xb)
X
105.Conflict with any applicable
habitat conservation plan or
natural community
conservation plan? (CEQA Xc)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
106.Include uses which are not
listed as permissible uses in
the applicable Plan Area
Statement, adopted
Community Plan, or Master
Plan? (TRPA 8a)
X
107.Expand or intensify an existing
non-conforming use? (TRPA
8b)
X, LTS
103. Would the Project physically divide an established community? (CEQA Xa) The Tourist Core is an established tourist, commercial, recreation and employment center that caters to visitors and resident alike. The intent of the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments, including the addition of the two new parcels along Pioneer Trail, continues to promote the exiting land patterns and further enhance 1036

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this area of the south shore as a destination and recreation center. Therefore, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan is not expected to physically divide the established community Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
104. Would the Project conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the Project (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? (CEQA Xb)
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments include an expansion of the Regional Plan Conceptual land use map and General Plan land use diagram to add two parcels along Pioneer Trail currently located with in Plan Area 092 (Residential) to the Town Center Mixed Use District. The two parcels added to the Town Center would incorporate applicable policies and regulations of both plans to avoid or mitigate any environmental effects.

Pursuant to Chapter 13 of the TRPA Code (Section 13.5.3.G), modifications to a Town Center Overlay boundary to incorporate an undeveloped parcel are permitted if they comply with the following:

1. At least three sides of the parcel to be included are adjacent to developed parcels.

2. Properties included in a Town Center are less than ¼ mile from existing commercial and Public Service uses.

3. Properties included in a Town Center shall encourage and facilitate the use of existing or planned transit stops and transit system.

The two parcels along Pioneer Trail are both developed with existing tourist oriented land uses and are surrounded by development on at least three sides given the predominance of development along the Pioneer Trail corridor. The incorporation of the parcels listed above into the TRPA Town Center Overlay would not conflict with a plan or regulation adopted to avoid or reduce environmental impacts. Thus, this impact would be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less Than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
105. Would the Project conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? (CEQA Xc)
The Project does not conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan because no such plans exist for the project area.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments proposes modifications to the land use mix of the two parcels that will be moved from Plan Area Statement 092 to improve the concentration and the mixing of tourist and residential uses. These adjustments to the permissible use list would result in permitting uses that are currently prohibited in that portion of plan area 092. The amendments also modify the permissible uses and allowable densities in other existing Districts. The modifications are outlined in Tables 2 and 3 in Chapter 2 and are summarized in Table 1. The Tourist Core Area Plan modifies the list of permissible uses consistent with the types of uses envisioned in the Regional Plan and consolidates multiple similar uses under one name for clarity. Generally, the types of land uses that would be permissible in the TSC-C, TSC-MUC, TSC-G, TSC-NMX zoning districts are consistent with the mix of uses (commercial, public service, light industrial, office, tourist accommodation, and residential) envisioned for community centers in the Regional Plan (TRPA 2012a, page 2-33) and the General Plan (CSLT 2011b, pages LU-3 and LU-10); the uses that would be permissible within the REC zoning district reflect the mix of uses envisioned for recreation areas in the Regional Plan (TRPA 2012a, page 2-19); and the uses within the OS zoning district would be limited to passive recreation uses and resource management activities.

Two new uses are proposed to be added to the Tourist Core Permissible Use List. The uses are nursing and personal care and residential care. However, the expansion of the applicability of these uses are not expected to have any significant impact because the proposed uses would be consistent with the uses envisioned in the Regional Plan for tourist and commercial designated community centers.Furthermore, any subsequent projects allowed within the Tourist Core would be subject to permitting by the City and/or TRPA. Consistent with existing conditions, permit applicants would be required to demonstrate that any proposed project would not have a significant effect on the environment including but not limited to traffic, land coverage, scenic resources, air quality, water quality, etc.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
107. Will the Project expand or intensify an existing non-conforming use? (TRPA 8b) While the Tourist Core Area Plan would potentially intensify a non-conforming use, the proposed land use changes are consistent with the corresponding land use classifications in the Regional Plan, the General Plan and the broader categories of uses (e.g., commercial, tourist, residential) envisioned in the Regional Plan and RPU EIS. Implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would result in changes to permissible uses throughout the Tourist Core consistent with the Regional Plan (see discussion above Question 106). If a current existing non-conforming use becomes a permissible use through the land use changes proposed by the Tourist Core Area Plan, that use could then be expanded or intensified in accordance with the development standards of the TRPA and City Codes. The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would allow new uses that are currently prohibited to apply in some areas of the Tourist Core Area Plan and therefore make an existing non-conforming use conforming. However, the new uses are consistent with the types of uses envisioned in the Regional Plan (e.g., commercial, tourist, residential in a mixed-used setting) and analyzed in the RPU EIS or are consistent with typical uses that are generally found in tourist/commercial related land use district throughout the Region. After implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan, any existing non-conforming uses that remain would be prohibited from expansion or intensification by the provisions of Section 21.2.3 of the TRPA Code and 32-35 of the City Code..

Any subsequent projects allowed within the Tourist Core would be subject to permitting by the City and/or TRPA. Consistent with existing conditions, permit applicants would be required to demonstrate that any proposed project would not have a significant effect on the environment including but not limited to traffic, land coverage, scenic resources, air quality, water quality, etc. 1038

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Environmental Analysis: Yes, Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.13 Mineral Resources (CEQA) and Natural Resources (TRPA) This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to mineral resources and natural resources. Table 17 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 17: Mineral Resources and Natural Resources
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
108.Result in the loss of
availability of a known
mineral resource that would
be of value to the region and
the residents of the state?
(CEQA XIa)
X
109.Result in the loss of
availability of a locallyimportant mineral resource
recovery site delineated on a
local general plan, specific
plan or other land use plan?
(CEQA XIb)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
110.A substantial increase in the
rate of use of any natural
resources? (TRPA 9a)
X
111.Substantial depletion of any
non-renewable natural
resource? (TRPA 9b)
X
108. Would the Project result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state? (CEQA XIa) There are no mapped mineral resources within the Tourist Core, nor does the City General Plan, nor any specific plan or other plan, such as the TRPA Regional Plan and Plan Area Statement, identify any sites within the Tourist Core as an important mineral recovery site.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
109. Would the Project result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan? (CEQA XIb) See discussion and analysis for Question 108 above.
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Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
110. Will the Project result in a substantial increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? (TRPA 9a)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

The use of natural resources, such as construction wood or metals, or gasoline would increase incrementally as more commercial, tourist, and residential developments are constructed as envisioned in the Tourist Core Area Plan. The RPU EIS (TRPA 2012a, page 5-3) acknowledged the potential increase in the use of natural resources resulting from increased development and redevelopment within the Tahoe Region, however any project permitted through the Tourist Core Area Plan would be subject to project level environmental review and site-specific mitigation measures if necessary. Therefore, any increase in the rate of use of natural resources would not be substantial and would not be in quantities that would result in a significant effect.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
111. Will the Project result in a substantial depletion of any non-renewable natural resource? (TRPA 9b)
Non-renewable natural resources such as gasoline and diesel would be consumed during the construction of development projects; however, the potential for new development would be limited through restrictions to TRPA regulated commodities (see project description) such as commercial floor area, residential allocations and tourist accommodation units. Because construction would be limited and would not require quantities of non- renewable resources beyond those of typical residential and commercial construction, projects associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural resource.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.14 Noise
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts related to noise. Table 18 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 18: Noise
CEQA Environmental Checklist
Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
112.Exposure of persons to or generation
of noise levels in excess of
standards established in the local
general plan or noise ordinance, or
applicable standards of other
agencies? (CEQA XIIa)
X
113.Exposure of persons to or generation
of excessive groundborne vibration
or groundborne noise levels?
(CEQA XIIb)
X
114.A substantial permanent increase in
ambient noise levels in the Project
vicinity above levels existing
without the Project? (CEQA XIIc)
X
115.A substantial temporary or periodic
increase in ambient noise levels in
the Project vicinity above levels
existing without the Project?
(CEQA XIId)
X
116.For a Project located within an
airport land use plan or, where such
a plan has not been adopted, within
two miles of a public airport or
public use airport, would the Project
expose people residing or working
in the project area to excessive noise
levels? (CEQA XIIe)
X
117.For a Project within the vicinity of a
private airstrip, would the Project
expose people residing or working
in the project area to excessive noise
levels? (CEQA XIIf)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
118.Increases in existing Community
Noise Equivalency Levels (CNEL)
beyond those permitted in the
X
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applicable Plan Area Statement,
Community Plan or Master Plan?
(TRPA 6a)
119.Exposure of people to severe noise
levels? (TRPA 6b) X
120.Single event noise levels greater
than those set forth in the TRPA
Noise Environmental Threshold?
(TRPA 6c)
X
112. Would the Project result in exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? (CEQA XIIa)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the General Plan Update, and therefore the analysis is tiered from and consistent with the GP EIR.

The Tourist Core Area Plan includes the CNEL standards set forth in the TRPA Regional Plan. The CNEL standards are:
 60 CNEL TSC-C, TSC-MU, TSC-MUC, TSC-G, TSC-G Special Area #1, and TSC-NMX districts  55 CNEL TSC-G inside the shorezone
 55 CNEL for OS and REC districts
 65 CNEL for the US 50 highway corridor
Aside from short-term construction-related noise increases (discussed in Question 119 below), development associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan could result in a long-term increase in existing CNEL levels if it were to result in the introduction of new noise-generating land uses, increased traffic that could increase roadside noise levels, or if it were to create noise/land use compatibility conflicts, as discussed below.

Noise/Land Use Compatibility
The potential for noise conflicts from development, including construction of additional residential, commercial floor area, industrial facilities, recreational facilities, and infrastructure such as roadway improvements, water and sewer lines that is expected to occur under the Tourist Core Area Plan, includes conflicts as a result of adjacent land uses and their operational aspects. While generally the General Plan and the TRPA Regional Plan address these conflicts through the land use designation, zoning identification, and development standard process, the potential exists for some development allowed under current land use designations and zoning to have operational aspects that could create noise impacts on other adjacent land uses. The City’s General Plan noise policies are incorporated in the Tourist Core Area Plan and would provide expanded protection for ambient conditions, which are designed toward eliminating land use conflicts with respect to noise. Policy LU7-2 of the Tourist Core Area Plan requires an acoustical analysis as part of the environmental review process when noise-sensitive land uses are proposed in areas exposed to existing or project exterior noise levels exceeding the levels shown in Table HS-1 and HS-2 of the City General Plan, so noise mitigation may be included in the project design. All acoustical analysis shall:
 Be the financial responsibility of the applicant;
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 Be prepared by a qualified person experienced in the fields of environmental noise assessment and architectural acoustics;
 Include representative noise level measurements with sufficient sampling periods and locations to adequately describe local conditions and the predominant noise sources; and  Estimate existing and projected cumulative (20 year) noise levels in terms of Ldn or CNEL and/or the standards shown in Table HS‐1, and compare those levels to the policies in this section;
 Recommend appropriate mitigation to achieve compliance with the adopted policies and standards in this section, giving preference to proper site planning and design over mitigation measures which require the construction of noise barriers or structural modifications to buildings which contain noise‐sensitive land uses;
 Estimate noise exposure after the prescribed mitigation measure(s) has been implemented; and  Describe a post‐project assessment program that could be used to evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed mitigation measures.

Further, the City and/or TRPA would only approve projects that can demonstrate compliance with the applicable noise standards. Under the proposed TCAP Amendments, two parcels would be added to the TSC-MU District from Plan Area 092. This change would permit those parcels to develop under the TSCMU 60 dB CNEL standard rather than the existing 50 dB CNEL standard for Plan Area 092.

Traffic-Related Noise
Subsequent projects under the Tourist Core Area Plan could result in increases in vehicle travel and traffic volumes on roadways. Locations within the Tourist Core are currently in nonattainment with respect to their applicable CNEL noise standards (Table 19), including the highway corridors US 50 (TRPA 2012a:
page 3.6-9). As part of the RPU EIS, traffic noise levels were modeled with and without implementation of the Regional Plan and changes in traffic noise levels from existing conditions were also calculated (TRPA 2012a: Appendix G). Table 20 shows the estimated change in noise level for roadways within the Tourist Core. The RPU EIS found that increased vehicle trips on highways in the Region would result in nominal increases in traffic noise levels (i.e., less than 3 dBA). However, increases in traffic noise levels would occur in highway corridors (i.e., within 300 feet of the highway edge), including US 50, that are currently not in attainment with respect to the CNEL standards established by TRPA for highway corridors. In addition, traffic noise levels beyond the highway corridor (i.e., at distances greater than 300 feet from the highway edge) may also exceed CNEL standards established by TRPA for particular land use types, including areas such as the OS and REC zoning districts that have a 55 dB CNEL standard for urban outdoor recreation uses. Because the Tourist Core Area Plan seeks to implement and is consistent with the Regional Plan, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would also result in an increase in CNEL noise levels relative to existing conditions.

Table 19: Summary of Modeled Existing Traffic Noise Levels Within the Tourist Core Area Plan Roadway Segment CNEL/Ldn(dB) at 100 feet
from Roadway Centerline
Distance (feet) from Roadway
Centerline to CNEL/Ldn(dB)
70 65 60 55
US Highway 50 South Stateline
(Heavenly Village Way and Park
Avenue)

65.2 48 104 223 481
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Source: TRPA 2012a, page 3.6-9
Table 20: Table Summary of Modeled Traffic Noise Level Changes Within the Tourist Core Area Plan Roadway Segment Existing Conditions Buildout Conditions Net Change US Highway 50 South
Stateline (Heavenly
Village Way and Park
Avenue)

65.2 65.4 +0.2
Notes: CNEL = Community Noise Equivalent Level; dB = A-weighted decibels Source: TRPA 2012a, page 3.6-12
To ensure that the generation of noise levels in excess of standards established for the Tourist Core Area Plan is not exceeded, the Area Plan incorporates a noise policy which is designed toward reducing trafficrelated noise. Policy LU7-1 requires the mitigation of new transportation noise sources to the levels shown in Table HS-2 of the City General Plan (CSLT 2011b, page HS-10) at all outdoor activity areas and interior spaces of existing noise-sensitive land uses. The RPU EIS includes a requirement to implement the Wide Traffic Noise Mitigation Program to reduce traffic-generated noise to the extent feasible on a projectspecific basis. Such measures include, but are not limited to, the following:
 Construction of barriers, berms, and/or acoustical shielding;  Replacement of driveways that provide access from highways to individual buildings with a common access way that routes ingress and egress traffic to nearby intersections in order to reduce the number of gaps in barriers and berms;
 Planting of dense vegetation in key locations where noise absorption is needed;  Use of noise-reducing pavement, including repaving existing roadways with noise-reducing pavement;
 Reduction of speed limits and/or implementation of traffic-calming measures that slow travel speeds, if feasible and practical;
 Establishment of setback requirements for new development in specific areas exposed to highway noise;
 Acquisition of additional right-of-way adjacent to specific roadway segments to remove existing noise-sensitive receptors, including existing residences;  Establishment of programs to pay for noise reduction such as low-cost loans to owners of noiseaffected property or establishment of developer fees;  Noise-reducing acoustical treatment of existing buildings; and  Additional measures that would, based on substantial evidence, reduce the number of vehicle trips associated with project operations, such as an employee carpool or van pool program, shuttle bus service for residents or tourists, parking fees, and bicycle amenities. 1045

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Further, the City and/or TRPA would continue to evaluate individual projects within the Tourist Core at a project level and would enforce CNEL standards on a project-by-project basis pursuant to the noise limitations in Chapter 68 of the TRPA Code.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
113. Would the Project result in exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels? (CEQA XIIb)
As is the case under existing conditions, construction activities associated with implementing projects under the Tourist Core Area Plan could potentially expose noise-sensitive receptors to levels that exceed TRPA noise standards and/or expose noise-sensitive receptors to excessive noise levels. Construction activities associated with new development and redevelopment could include site preparation (e.g., demolition, clearing, excavation, grading), foundation work, paving, building construction, utility installation, finishing, and cleanup. These activities typically involve the use of noise-generating equipment such as cranes, excavators, dozers, graders, dump trucks, generators, backhoes, compactors, and loaders. Noise levels associated with these types of equipment are typically between 70 and 85 dBA Lmax at 50 feet. In unique circumstances, specialized construction equipment (such as pile drivers) or techniques (such as blasting) that are inherently louder than typical construction equipment (typically between 94 and 101 dBA Lmax at 50 feet) may be required (TRPA 2012a: pages 3.6-16 and 3.6-17). During construction, nearby residences and other noise-sensitive receptors could be exposed to noise levels that exceed TRPA standards outside of the exempt hours between 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., and/or expose nearby noise-sensitive receptors to excessive or severe noise levels. Therefore, construction activities could expose people to severe and/or nuisance noise levels unless measures are incorporated on a project-specific basis.

The City’s General Plan noise policies are incorporated in the Tourist Core Area Plan and would provide expanded protection from groundborne vibration and groundborne noise levels. Policy LU7-3 requires an analysis of a vibration impact be conducted for all construction activities that include impact equipment and activities such as pile driving, soil compaction, or vibratory hammers that occur within 200 feet of existing structures. The analysis will address the potential for adverse vibration levels based on the criteria contained in Table 4.6-12 of the City General Plan Draft EIR. The City will ensure that construction operations are designed to avoid or mitigate for vibrations above 0.02 inches/second (0.5 mm/second).

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
114. Would the Project result in a substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the Project vicinity above levels existing without the Project? (CEQA XIIc) See discussion and analysis for Question 112 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
115. Would the Project result in a substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the Project vicinity above levels existing without the Project? (CEQA XIId) See discussion and analysis for Question 113 above.
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Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant.

Required Mitigation: None
116. For a Project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the Project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? (CEQA XIIe) The project area is not located within two miles of a public airport or public use airport and therefore does not expose people working in the project area to excessive noise levels from aircraft.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
117. For a Project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the Project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? (CEQA XIIf) The project area is not within the vicinity of a private airstrip and therefore does not expose people working in the project area to excessive noise levels from aircrafts.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
118. Would the Project result in increases in existing Community Noise Equivalency Levels (CNEL) beyond those permitted in the applicable Plan Area Statement, Community Plan or Master Plan? (TRPA 6a)
See discussion and analysis for in Question 112 (CEQA Checklist item XIIa) above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
119. Would the Project result in exposure of people to severe noise levels? (TRPA 6b) This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis tiers from and consistent with the RPU EIS.

Construction activities associated with new development and redevelopment within the Tourist Core could include site preparation (e.g., demolition, clearing, excavation, grading), foundation work, paving, building construction, utility installation, finishing, and cleanup. These activities typically involve the use of noisegenerating equipment such as cranes, excavators, dozers, graders, dump trucks, generators, backhoes, compactors, and loaders. Noise levels associated with these types of equipment are typically between 70 and 85 dBA Lmax at 50 feet. In unique circumstances, specialized construction equipment (such as pile drivers) or techniques (such as blasting) that are inherently louder than typical construction equipment (typically between 94 and 101 dBA Lmax at 50 feet) may be required (TRPA 2012a: pages 3.6-16 and 3.6- 17). Construction activities that occur between 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. are exempt from TRPA CNEL standards.

The RPU EIS includes a requirement to implement Best Construction Practices Policy for the Minimization of Exposure to Construction-Generated Noise and Ground Vibration to incorporate measures to minimize the potential for exposure of persons to severe noise levels on a project-specific basis. Such measures include, but are not limited to, the following:
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 Require that construction equipment be equipped with properly operating mufflers and engine shrouds, in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications;  Require that equipment engine doors be kept closed during equipment operation;  Limit idling time for construction equipment to five minutes;  Require that stationary equipment (e.g., power generators) and staging areas for other equipment be located at the maximum distance feasible from nearby noise-sensitive receptors;  Limit the hours of trucks hauling materials and goods to and from construction sites to active construction hours; and
 Install temporary sound barriers along the boundaries of a construction site or surrounding stationary sources of noise (e.g. pumps or generators) to protect nearby noise-sensitive receptors, where feasible and applicable.

In addition, the Tourist Core Area Plan incorporates a General Plan Mitigation Measure 4.6.6 (CSLT 2010, page 4.6-33) to reduce the impacts of ground borne vibration and noise as a result of construction activity that would provide expanded protection. Policy LU7-3 requires an analysis of a vibration impact be conducted for all construction activities that include impact equipment and activities such as pile driving, soil compaction, or vibratory hammers that occur within 200 feet of existing structures. The analysis will address the potential for adverse vibration levels based on the criteria contained in Table 4.6-12 of the City General Plan Draft EIR. The City will ensure that construction operations are designed to avoid or mitigate for vibrations above 0.02 inches/second (0.5 mm/second).

Therefore, because measures identified in the RPU EIS and the GP EIR that would reduce the potential for exposure of persons to severe noise levels related to construction activities have been incorporated in the Tourist Core Area Plan, subsequent projects under the Tourist Core Area Plan would not expose noisesensitive receptors to levels that exceed TRPA noise standards and/or expose noise-sensitive receptors to excessive noise levels.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
120. Will the Project result in single event noise levels greater than those set forth in the TRPA Noise Environmental Threshold? (TRPA 6c)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

Single-event noise standards are set for in Section 68.3.1 of the TRPA Code for aircraft, water craft, motor vehicles, motorcycles, off-road vehicles, and over-snow vehicles. Development allowed within the existing PASs and community plans, as well as with adoption of the Tourist Core Area, could involve uses that include these types of motorized vehicles. As is the case under existing conditions, new uses involving over-snow vehicles and watercraft (e.g., boat launching facilities, snowmobile courses, downhill ski facilities, and cross-country ski facilities) would be required to meet the TRPA Code provisions pertaining to single-event noise.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.
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Required Mitigation: None
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5.4.15 Population and Housing
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to population and housing. Table 21 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 21: Population and Housing
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
121.Induce substantial population
growth in an area, either
directly (for example, by
proposing new homes and
businesses) or indirectly (for
example, through extension
of roads or other
infrastructure)? (CEQA
XIIIa)
X
122.Displace substantial numbers
of existing housing,
necessitating the construction
of replacement housing
elsewhere? (CEQA XIIIb)
X
123.Displace substantial numbers
of people, necessitating the
construction of replacement
housing elsewhere? (CEQA
XIIIc)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
124.Alter the location,
distribution, density, or
growth rate of the human
population planned for the
Region? (TRPA 11a)
X
125.Include or result in the
temporary or permanent
displacement of residents?
(TRPA 11b)
X
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126.Affect existing housing, or
create a demand for
additional housing?
To determine if the proposal
will affect existing housing or
create a demand for
additional housing, please
answer the following
questions: (1) Will the
proposal decrease the amount
of housing in the Tahoe
Region? (2) Will the proposal
decrease the amount of
housing in the Tahoe Region
historically or currently being
rented at rates affordable by
lower and very-low-income
households? (TRPA 12a)
X
127.Will the proposal result in the
loss of housing for lowerincome and very-low-income
households? (TRPA 12b)
X
121. Would the Project induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)? (CEQA XIIIa)
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would continue to implement the mixed-use zoning concepts envisioned by the Regional Plan and the General Plan and analyzed in the RPU EIS (TRPA 2012a) and the GP EIR (CSLT 2010, page 4.2-12). The TRPA Regional Plan and the City General Plan would result in changes to the overall density and distribution of the region’s population and gradually increase the density of the population within centers such as the Tourist Core and simultaneously phase out lower-density uses outside these centers. Although this represents a change in the density and distribution of the region’s population, such changes are not anticipated to result in environmental degradation. The transition to higher-density, compact, transit-oriented development is anticipated to reduce environmental impacts associated with traffic (vehicle miles traveled), air quality, cumulative land disturbance, infrastructure expansion, and other environmental issue areas and to provide opportunities for stream environment restoration and improved water quality control facilities which would be beneficial. The proposed changes to land use zoning and development patterns associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments (increased density for residential and additional height for the TSC-MU District) would align with the location, distribution and growth rate of the human population planned for the region consistent with the TRPA Regional Plan and the City General Plan. Growth within the Tourist Core would continue to be constrained to that which is allowed by the growth management system set forth in Chapter 50 of the TRPA Code, thus this impact is considered less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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122. Would the Project displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? (CEQA XIIIb) The Project does not displace housing or necessitate the construction of replacement housing elsewhere but rather incentivizes the transfer of existing residential uses located in sensitive land or distant from community centers to transfer to community mixed-use centers. The intent of the plan is promote higher density residential uses within the mixed-use centers to promote walkability and feasibility of alternative transportation options and adhere to statutory requirements of the Sustainable Communities Strategy to reduce passenger vehicle-related greenhouse gas emission in California.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
123. Would the Project displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? (CEQA XIIIc)
See discussions and analyses for Questions 121 and 122 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
124. Will the Project alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population planned for the Region? (TRPA 11a)
See discussion an analysis for Question 121 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
125. Will the Project include or result in the temporary or permanent displacement of residents? (TRPA 11b)
See discussion and analysis for Question 121 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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Existing residences within the Tourist Core Area are primarily multi-family dwellings located in the TSC-MUC district and single family condominiums in the TSC-G district.

The amount and timing of additional housing units within the Region and similarly the Tourist Core is limited by TRPA’s existing growth management provisions.

The TRPA Code provides incentives for the development of affordable and moderate-income housing, as discussed below under Item 2. Also, the creation of workforce and affordable housing is a priority of the City of South Lake Tahoe. The Housing Element of the City’s General Plan includes several goals and actions related to increasing housing opportunities within the City, including affordable housing units at Lake Tahoe (Goal HE-1 and Goal HE-2, CLST 2011). The City has programs in place to facilitate housing including reserving one-third of its annual allocation for multi- residential projects, collaborating with TRPA to convert illegal mother-in-law units to legal accessory dwelling units, and when funding is available supporting the First-Time Homebuyer and Moderate- Income Homebuyers Programs. The City also collaborates with TRPA and other local jurisdictions on the Living Working Group and implementing policies that are called for in TRPA’s Goals and Policies (TRPA, 2012d, p. A5-1). Implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in a decrease in the amount of housing available in the Tahoe Region, but would rather result in more housing options available for residents of the Tahoe Basin due to propose changes to require a minimum multi-family density. (2) This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

The Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) is mandated by State Housing Law as part of the periodic process of updating local housing elements of the General Plan. The RHNA quantifies the need for housing within each jurisdiction during specified planning periods. The total RHNA allocation for the projection period from January 1, 2006 to June 30, 2013 was a total of 218 units from very low to above moderate units (CSLT 2011, p. HE-53). The City met its obligation of 291 units for the 2006-2013 projection period. The total RHNA allocation for the June 2014-June 2022 projection period is 336 units. During this cycle, the City provided 408 housing units towards the RHNA obligation. The City recently adopted (June 2022) an updated Housing Element to provide direction on addressing housing issues and the RHNA allocation. The total RHNA allocations from 2022 through 2027 is 289 units. At this time (March 2024), 230 units have been permitted.

Additionally, Regional Plan Policy HS-1.2 requires local governments to assume their “fair share” of the responsibility to provide low and very low income housing. The TRPA Code also provides incentives for the development of affordable and moderate income housing, including increased density (Section 31.4.1 of the TRPA Code), height (Section 37.5.5 of the TRPA Code), and exemption from residential allocation requirements (Section 52.3.4 of the TRPA Code). Finally, in accordance with Regional Plan Goal HS-3 and Policy HS-3.1 (TRPA 2012d), TRPA is required to develop and implement a Regional Housing Needs Program. The Housing Needs Program will evaluate progress towards the adopted housing goals and recommend policy and ordinance changes necessary to achieve those goals. Changes may include, but are not limited to, the conversion of residential allocations to bonus units that would be available only for the construction of affordable and/or moderate-income housing, the creation of new bonus units for affordable housing and modification of development standards to promote housing affordability. For these reasons implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan and other housing programs implemented on a regional scale is likely to increase the number of affordable units within the Tahoe region.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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127. Will the Project result in the loss of housing for lower-income and very-low-income households? (TRPA 12b)
See discussion and analysis for Question 126 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.16 Public Services
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to public services. Table 22 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 22: Public Services
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
128.Would the Project result in
substantial adverse physical
impacts associated with the
provision of new or
physically altered
governmental facilities, need
for new or physically altered
governmental facilities, the
construction of which could
cause significant
environmental impacts, in
order to maintain acceptable
service ratios, response times
or other performance
objectives for any of the
public services:

Fire protection? X
Police protection? X
Schools? X
Parks? X
Other public facilities? (CEQA
XIVa) X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
Will the proposal have an
unplanned effect upon, or result in
a need for new or altered
governmental services in any of
the following areas?
129. Fire protection? (TRPA 14a) X
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130. Police protection? (TRPA
14b) X
131. Schools? (TRPA 14c) X
132. Parks or other recreational
facilities? (TRPA 14d) X
133. Maintenance of public
facilities, including roads?
(TRPA 14e)
X
134. Other governmental
services? (TRPA 14f) X
128. Would the Project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the public services: Fire protection? Police protection? Schools? Parks? Other public facilities? (CEQA XIVa)
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments (increased density, minimum density, building height increase) would better facilitate the compact land use pattern, localized increases in density, redevelopment, and development envisioned by the Regional Plan. These changes could result in localized population increases that create an additional demand within the Area Plan boundary for police, fire protection and emergency services, and schools.

Schools
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) serves a 10.1 square mile area that includes the entire City of South Lake Tahoe. LTUSD operates eight schools in the City. This includes four elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and two transitional schools. LTUSD has closed two schools, Meyers Elementary and Al Tahoe Elementary, due to declining enrollment. The Meyers Elementary site was reopened by LTUSD as the Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School. The Al Tahoe Elementary site is now being used to house supplemental programs, independent learning facilities, special education programs, and preschool facilities.

For the 2022/2023 school year, the LTUSD had an enrollment of 3,648 students (California Department of Education 2024). Enrollment in LTUSD has declined over the last decade, with enrollment decreasing 303 students since the 2016/2017 school year. LTUSD stated that enrollment in grades kindergarten through 7 has been fairly consistent. Given the current facilities and declining enrollment, LTUSD is not experiencing any capacity issues and does not expect any such issue to occur in the future. With the limited growth allowed by the TRPA Regional Plan that results in a projected growth rate of 10.8% for the next twenty years or 0.58% a year (TRPA 2012a, page 3.12-12) the implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan is not expected to exceed the existing capacity or result in a need for new or physically altered school facilities.

Therefore impacts associated with implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would be less than significant.

Police Services
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of which include waters of Lake Tahoe. The department is located at 1352 Johnson Boulevard and currently has 42 full-time sworn officers. Supporting the 42 sworn positions are 20 civilian personnel. (Email Comm.; Chief David Stevenson, 2/26/2024)
As of February, 2024, the current staffing level at the South Lake Tahoe Police Department is approximately

1.9 officers per 1,000 residents, based on a Census population of 21,508 (CA Department of Finance, 2023).

According to U.S. Bureau of Justice statistics (2008), Municipal and township police departments employed an average of 2.3 full-time officers per 1,000 residents.

Dispatch service is provided by the Operations Division of the police department. The dispatch center logs when a call is made to report a crime, when an officer is dispatched, when the officer arrives at the scene, and when the officer leaves the scene. An analysis of the of the dispatch logs indicates that the average response time for all calls (emergency and non-emergency) is approximately 9 minutes.

The City General Plan public service policies ensure that the City would provide adequate law enforcement services and the necessary funding to ensure adequate law enforcement services and future facilities to meet City demands (CSLT 2011b, page PQP-13).As with other projects developed within the Tourist Core and consistent with existing conditions, environmental review of specific projects would be required to ensure that staffing needs are identified and any physical effect on the environment is properly mitigated. Therefore law enforcement services impacts associated with implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would be less than significant.

Fire Protection Services
The City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Department (SLTFD) consists of one Fire Chief, one administrative Executive assistant, three shift commanders Battalion Chiefs, one Battalion Chief/Fire Marshal, one Fire Inspector II, nine captains, nine engineers, and sixteen firefighter paramedics of which fifteen are paramedics, and 13 reserve firefighters (Per Comm. Sallie Ross-Filgo, Administrative Executive Assistant to the Fire Chief, 2/27/2024).

Fire Station 1 is located within the Tourist Core and is located at 1252 Ski Run Boulevard at the intersection of Ski Run and Pioneer Trail. This is the Battalion Headquarters. Fire Station 2 is located at 2951 Lake Tahoe Boulevard.

Fire station 3 is located at 2101 Lake Tahoe Blvd and is located 2 blocks east of the Y intersection within the Tahoe Valley Area Plan boundary. This is the Administration Headquarters and staffed by one Type 1 Engine, one Type 3 Engine, an OES Type 6 Engine for back country rescue, 2 utility vehicles, a mobile air station, and a hazardous materials response trailer. Station 3 staff also operates Marine 17 (Rescue Boat) which is located in the Tahoe Keys.

Stations 1, 2 and 3 are minimum staffed with 1 Captain, 1 Engineer and 1 Firefighter/Paramedic. In addition, the SLTFD maintains mutual aid agreements with other fire and emergency response agencies in the Tahoe Region, including the Tahoe Douglas Fire District, Lake Valley Fire Protection District, and the US Forest Service, providing for area-wide fire response services both in and outside the City limits.

The Tourist Core Area Plan amendments may result in a modest increase in residential dwelling units and CFA previously predicted for buildout within the Tourist Core plan area in 2013, resulting in an increased need for fire and emergency response.

The City General Plan did not propose or identify any new locations for new fire protection or emergency medical facilities. However, the City General Plan did adopt policy provisions for future development to ensure adequate fire protection services (CSLT 2011b, page PQP-9). These provisions include the requirement to install fire resistance materials, incorporate fire safe landscaping and to incorporate defensible space in all remodeled and new construction. Taken together with compliance of the 2007 California Fire code would help prevent and minimize the occurrence of fires, thus reducing the need for 1057

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additional fire protection services. Therefore fire protection services impacts associated with implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would be less than significant.

See discussion and analysis in Question 132 below for parks and recreation impacts.

With respect to other public facilities, the City has facilities located throughout the City of South Lake Tahoe, which are used for various purposes including social gathering and recreation uses. However, within the Tourist Core, other than the Fire Station #1, the only other facility is the transit center and Explore Tahoe Visitor Center at Heavenly Village.

Implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan may result in increased demand for community facilities and services as well as a need for new or physically altered governmental facilities. However, the changes in demand to community services and facilities are not expected to result in substantial effects to the physical environment. However, as with other projects developed within the Tourist Core and consistent with existing conditions, environmental review of specific projects would be required to ensure that physical impacts on the environment area fully mitigated.

Given current staffing levels, the proximity of existing police, fire, and emergency service facilities, implementation of City General policies to minimize fire risk and reduce demand, as well as declining school enrollment, it is not anticipated that implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would create a need to construct new facilities that, in turn, could require new or improved facilities, the construction of which could result in adverse effects to the environment. However, as with other projects developed within the Tourist Core and consistent with existing conditions, environmental review of specific projects would be required to ensure that staffing needs are identified and properly mitigated.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
129. Will the Project have an unplanned effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services: fire protection? (TRPA 14a)
See discussion and analysis for Question 128 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
130. Will the Project have an unplanned effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services: police protection? (TRPA 14b)
See discussion and analysis for Question 128 above.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
131. Will the Project have an unplanned effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services: schools? (TRPA 14c)
See discussion and analysis for Question 128 above.
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Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None
132. Will the Project have an unplanned effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services: parks or other recreational facilities? (TRPA 14d) Development associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan could generate additional recreation demand by increasing the concentration of residents and visitors in the area (TRPA 2012a, page 3.11-17). However, existing recreation opportunities are numerous and can meet that potential increase in demand within and in the immediate vicinity of the Tourist Core (i.e.,Ski Run Marina and Beach, Lakeside Marina, Heavenly Resort California Base, Heavenly Gondola at Heavenly Village, Van Sickle Bi-State Park, and on the Nevada side, Kahle Community Park and Community Center, Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course [golf and public beach], the Nevada Stateline-to-Stateline Bikeway at Rabe Meadow, Nevada Beach, Round Hill Pines Beach and other bike paths, hiking and mountain bicycle trails). Furthermore parcels are zoned as open space where passive recreation uses are permitted. It is anticipated that development within the Tourist Core could expand public recreation opportunities within the boundary limits. Therefore, any new demand that is created by development within the Tourist Core is expected to be easily met. In addition, recreation demand would be considered at a project-level during subsequent environmental review and permitting of individual proposed projects.

The Lake Tahoe Unified School District maintains South Tahoe Middle School (located southwest of the Tourist Core Area Plan), which has tennis courts, ball fields, and a gymnasium, and Bijou Elementary School (located south of the Tourist Core Area Plan), which has play areas. Forest lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service located near the Tourist Core Area Plan provide opportunities for active and passive outdoor recreation.

The City of South Lake Tahoe Parks and Recreation Department maintains the following facilities that are near the Tourist Core plan area.

Parksand Recreation Facilitieswithin City of South Lake Tahoe Name Address Facilities
Recreation and Aquatics Center Rufus Allen Blvd. near its intersection with US Highway
50 Construction on a new recreation and aquatics
center is scheduled for 2024. The new facility
includes a pool, lazy river, gym, elevated
track, commercial grade kitchen, and meeting
rooms.

Recreation and Swim Pool Complex 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd. Pool, weight room, multi-purpose gym, BBQ, new outdoor playground, sand volleyball
court, meeting and party room rentals, adult,
youth and teen programs, snack bar, and
swim shop.

Ice Arena 1176 Rufus Allen Blvd. NHL size ice surface with public skating, classes and hockey programs. Café, video
arcade, disc sales, party room rentals, and pro
shop.

Campground by the Lake 1150 Rufus Allen Blvd. Open April–October. Cabins, group sites, hook ups.

Bijou Municipal Golf Course 3464 Fairway Ave. &
Johnson Blvd.

Open May–October. 9-hole executive golf
course with pro shop, practice net, putting
green, snack bar and rentals.
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South Lake Tahoe Recreation Area,
El Dorado Beach, Boat Ramp &
Parking
On US 50 at Lakeview Ave. Concessionaire, picnic and BBQ areas. Boat ramp availability depends on lake level.

Conolley Beach Behind Timber Cove Lodge
on US 50
Public beach.

Lakeview Commons and El Dorado
Beach
On US 50 across from
Campground by the Lake
Public beach.

Regan Beach ½ mile west of El Dorado
Beach off Lakeview Avenue
at Sacramento Avenue
Public beach, playground, volleyball court,
concessions, and restrooms.

Bijou Community Park 1201 Al Tahoe Blvd. Group picnic shelters, gazebo/bandstand, playground, game court area, sand volleyball
courts, horseshoe pits, fitnesstrail, 27-hole
disc golf course, skateboard park (helmets and
pads required), and a central
concession/restroom building.

South Lake Tahoe Community Play
Fields
1300 Al Tahoe Blvd. 110,000 sq. ft. synthetic turf multi- use play fields with warm-up area, parking, and
restrooms.

South Lake Tahoe Senior Center 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Facility with meeting rooms and programs.

Explore Tahoe — An Urban
Trailhead
4114 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Tahoe Visitor’s Center.

Ski Run Park 1195 Ski Run Blvd Community park currently under construction that include a play field, playground, and
adventure play structures.

The Tourist Core Area Plan supports the development of new recreational opportunities (which constitutes additional recreation capacity) such as the South Shore Greenway shared-use path, the Nevada Statelineto-Stateline Bikeway and a possible connector shared-use path between Market Street and Van Sickle BiState to link the Tourist Core to Douglas County’s South Shore Area Plan area. The approval of any project proposing the creation of additional recreational capacity would be subject to subsequent project-level environmental review and permitting and, if applicable, would be subject to the Persons At One Time (PAOT) system of recreation allocations administered by TRPA as described in Section 50.9 of the TRPA Code (Section 20.703.260 of the Douglas County Code). Currently, the only existing uses within the Tourist Core that would require the allocation of PAOTs from TRPA are beach recreation uses and marinas.

Expansion of a marina facility would also require the preparation of a Marina Master Plan and a supporting EIS. No additional PAOTs have been assigned to the Tourist Core Area Plan but may be allocated by TRPA to projects on a project-by-project basis.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact
Required Mitigation: None.
133. Will the Project have an unplanned effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services in maintenance of public facilities, including roads? (TRPA 14e) The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise policies and practices pertaining to maintenance of public facilities, including roads. The City General Plan, Public/Quasi-Public Facilities and Services Element, (CSLT 2011b, page PQP-4) lists the following goal and policy:
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Goal PQP-1.1: To ensure the timely maintenance, expansion, and upgrades of public facilities and services for the entire community.

Policy PQP-1.5: The City shall require that new development pay it fair share of the cost of providing new public services and/or the costs of expanding/upgrading existing facilities in services impacted by new development.

Policy PQP-1.8: The City shall identify operations and maintenance costs and priorities for existing infrastructure, and identify and develop a fair, equitable, and stable fiscal program to finance the ongoing maintenance of infrastructure
Therefore, subsequent projects under the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to pay all appropriate fees associated with the maintenance of public facilities. Any subsequent projects proposed within the Tourist Core would be subject to permitting by City and/or TRPA. Consistent with existing requirements, permit applicants would be required to demonstrate how any additional public maintenance requirements would be accomplished.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
134. Will the Project have an unplanned effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services in other governmental services? (TRPA 14f) There are no other known governmental services that would be directly affected by development associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.17 Recreation
This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to recreation. Table 23 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 23: Recreation
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
135. Increase the use of existing
neighborhood and regional
parks or other recreational
facilities such that substantial
physical deterioration of the
facility would occur or be
accelerated? (CEQA XVa)
X
136.Include recreational facilities
or require the construction or
expansion of recreational
facilities which might have an
adverse physical effect on the
environment? (CEQA XVa)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
137.Create additional demand for
recreation facilities? (TRPA
19a)
X
138.Create additional recreation
capacity? TRPA 19b) X
139.Have the potential to create
conflicts between recreation
uses, either existing or
proposed? (TRPA 19c)
X
140.Result in a decrease or loss of
public access to any lake,
waterway, or public lands?
(TRPA 19d)
X
135. Would the Project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? (CEQA XVa)
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Development associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan could generate additional recreation demand by increasing the concentration of residents and visitors in the area and therefore have an effect on recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated. However, existing recreation opportunities are numerous and can meet that potential increase in demand within and in the immediate vicinity of the Tourist Core (i.e,Ski Run Park, Ski Run Marina and Beach, Lakeside Marina, Heavenly Resort California Base, Heavenly Gondola at Heavenly Village, Van Sickle Bi-State Park, Bijou Golf Course, and on the Nevada side, Kahle Community Park and Community Center, Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course [golf and public beach], the Nevada Stateline-to-Stateline Bikeway at Rabe Meadow, Nevada Beach, Round Hill Pines Beach and other bike paths, hiking and mountain bicycle trails).

The Tourist Core Area Plan also proposes policies and implementing strategies to enhance public transit, biking and pedestrian linkages to recreation uses within and beyond the boundaries of the Tourist Core Area Plan. By providing access to a wider range of public recreation opportunities within and outside the boundary will limit the disproportional effect on any one recreation site or activity.

Furthermore implementation of adopted City’s General Plan policies would ensure that existing city parks and recreation facilities would be improved, expanded, and provided with enhanced access for residents.

Currently, the City is constructing the Ski Run Park located within the plan area and the new Recreation Center located in near proximity to the Toruist Core, which is slated to open in 2026. Moreover, Policy ROS-1.5 would develop community pool facilities that can be used year-round, while Policy ROS-1.4 would expand and improve the Bijou Golf Course. Additionally, Policy ROS-1.12 seeks to develop more parkland, which would alleviate the existing need for additional developed parkland in the city as well as the anticipated increase in demand for all parks and recreational facilities that would result from implementation of the General Plan (CSLT 2010, page 4.14-9). As a result of this policy, the Ski Run Neighborhood Park is currently under construction and will serve neighborhoods located adjacent to the TSC-MUC District. Therefore, the potential for increased use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities as a result of implementing the Tourist Core Area Plan is not expected to result in a substantial physical deterioration of existing or proposed recreation facilities.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
136. Would the Project include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? (CEQA XVb) See discussion and analysis in Question 132 above for parks and recreation impacts.

The Tourist Core supports the development of new recreational opportunities within and outside the Tourist Core (which constitutes additional recreation capacity) such as the South Shore Greenway shared-use path, the Nevada Stateline-to-Stateline Bikeway and a possible connector shared-use path between Market Street and Van Sickle Bi-State Park to link the Tourist Core to Douglas County’s South Shore Area Plan area. In addition, the Area Plan proposes the construction of Class I bike paths and Class II bike lanes throughout the Tourist Core to connect visitors and residents to recreation opportunities.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
138. Will the Project create additional recreation capacity? (TRPA 19b) See discussions and analyses in Questions 132, 135 and 136 above that concludes that any potential new recreation demand that is created by development within the Tourist Core is expected to be easily met.

Furthermore, the Tourist Core Area Plan also proposes policies and implementing strategies to enhance public transit, biking and pedestrian linkages to recreation uses within and beyond the boundaries of the Tourist Core Area Plan. By providing access to a wider range of public recreation opportunities within and outside the boundary, the disproportional effect on any one recreation site or activity will be reduced.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
139. Will the Project have the potential to create conflicts between recreation uses, either existing or proposed? (TRPA 19c)
No specific projects are being considered as part of the Tourist Core Area Plan, and any projects permitted through the Tourist Core Area Plan would be subject to subsequent project-level environmental review and permitting. Goal R-5 of the Regional Plan specifically addresses incompatibility of recreational uses and the associated system for regulating PAOTs (Section 50.9 of the TRPA Code), which would preclude any conflicts between existing or proposed recreational uses (TRPA 2012d, pages 5-7 and 5-8). Additionally, the potential for expanded land uses to create conflicts between existing land uses was analyzed in Impact

3.11-2 of the RPU EIS (TRPA 2012a, page 3.11-21) and was found to be less than significant due to the existing protections in the goals and policies of the Regional Plan.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
140. Will the Project result in a decrease or loss of public access to any lake, waterway, or public lands? (TRPA 19d)
Direct public access to Lake Tahoe and public lands within the Tourist Core is available at the Ski Run Marina and Beach, Lakeside Marina and Van Sickle Bi-State Park. Access is also available to guests of private lakefront tourist accommodation uses that provide access to paying guests. Public access is also now available on lands privately owned by Edgewood Companies just north of the Area Plan boundary.

The TRPA-approved Edgewood Lodge and Golf Course Improvement Project included the development of a public beach and a pedestrian path extending from the beach to Lake Parkway, thereby creating additional public access to Lake Tahoe from the Tourist Core Area Plan boundaries.

The Tourist Core Area Plan includes state-owned parcels that provide direct access to the Van Sickle BiState Park. Other public lands are limited to land owned by the City used to treat stormwater runoff or for SEZ restoration purposes. Development within the Tourist Core would not result in a decrease or loss of access to these public lands. The Tourist Core Area Plan would specifically implement the following policies related to recreation:
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 Policy R-1.1
Develop an interconnected system of open spaces, gathering places, bike and pedestrian trails, and other types of public and private spaces as part of new development and redevelopment of existing sites.
 Policy R-3.1
Develop a bike trail system that links Ski Run Marina, Ski Run Boulevard, the pedestrian/tourist center at Stateline, Lakeside Beach area and Van Sickle Bi-State Park.  Policy R-3.2
Provide pedestrian and bicycle access from the Tourist Center District to Lake Tahoe and Van Sickle Bi-State Park along Stateline Avenue and Park Avenue.  Policy R-4.1
Improve transit and trail connections that access beach recreation facilities.

Therefore, implementation of the proposed policies above, creating and preserving additional open space, construction of additional bike trails, and constructing the South Tahoe Greenway are consistent with TRPA policies encouraging the preservation of natural areas. Providing access to public recreation lands will result in a beneficial impact.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.18 Transportation and Traffic (CEQA) and Traffic and Circulation (TRPA) This section presents the analyses for potential impacts to transportation, traffic and circulation. Table 24 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 24: Transportation, Traffic and Circulation
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
141.Conflict with an applicable
plan, ordinance or policy
establishing measures of
effectiveness for the
performance of the circulation
system, taking into account
all modes of transportation
including mass transit and
non-motorized travel and
relevant components of the
circulation system, including
but not limited to
intersections, streets,
highways and freeways,
pedestrian and bicycle paths,
and mass transit? (CEQA
XVIa)
X
142.Conflict with an applicable
congestion management
program, including, but not
limited to level of service
standards and travel demand
measures, or other standards
established by the county
congestion management
agency for designated roads
or highways? (CEQA XVIb)
X
143.Result in a change in air
traffic patterns, including
either an increase in traffic
levels or a change in location
that results in substantial
safety risks? (CEQA XVIc)
X
144.Substantially increase hazards
due to a design feature (e.g.,
sharp curves or dangerous
intersections) or incompatible
uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
(CEQA XVId)
X
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145.Result in inadequate
emergency access? (CEQA
XVIe)
X
146.Conflict with adopted
policies, plans or programs
regarding public transit,
bicycle, or pedestrian
facilities, or otherwise
decrease the performance or
safety of such facilities?
(CEQA XVIf)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
147.Generation of 650 or more
new average daily Vehicle
Miles Travelled? (TRPA 13a)
X, LTS
148.Changes to existing parking
facilities, or demand for new
parking? (TRPA 13b)
X
149.Substantial impact upon
existing transportation
systems, including highway,
transit, bicycle or pedestrian
facilities? (TRPA 13c)
X
150.Alterations to present patterns
of circulation or movement of
people and/or goods? (TRPA
13d)
X
151.Alterations to waterborne, rail
or air traffic? (TRPA 13e) X
152.Increase in traffic hazards to
motor vehicles, bicyclists, or
pedestrians? (TRPA 13f)
X
141. Would the Project conflict with an applicable plan, ordinance or policy establishing measures of effectiveness for the performance of the circulation system, taking into account all modes of transportation including mass transit and non-motorized travel and relevant components of the circulation system, including but not limited to intersections, streets, highways and freeways, pedestrian and bicycle paths, and mass transit? (CEQA XVIa) The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter, revise or conflict with applicable plan, ordinance or policy establishing the measures of effectiveness for the performance of the circulation system.

Consistent with the Regional Plan, development and redevelopment associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan as a whole, and individual projects therein, that would generate a net increase of 1,300 vehicle miles traveled (VMT) or more would be required to prepare a project-level traffic analyses in accordance with Section 65.2.4.B of the TRPA Code. For any new VMT that are generated, TRPA requires an applicant to offset the potential regional traffic and air quality effects of the new VMT by requiring an applicant to meet the standards of significance listed in Table 65.2.3-1. In accordance with Section 65.2.4.C of the TRPA Code, regional and cumulative mitigation measures may include, but not be limited to transit facility construction; transportation system management measures (such as bicycle and pedestrian facilities and use 1067

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of alternative fuels in fleet vehicles); or transfer and retirement of offsite development rights. In order to offset regional and cumulative impacts, additional development, excepting deed-restricted affordable, moderate, and achievable housing development within areas eligible for Residential Bonus Units, shall contribute to the Mobility Mitigation Fund. The amount of contribution is established in Code subparagraph

65.2.4.D. Thus, this impact would be less than significant.

Also see discussion and analysis in Question 19 above which conclude that all signalized intersections are found to attain LOS standards and analysis in Question 142 below which concludes that the 2013 Tourist Core Area Plan is consistent with applicable congestion management programs.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
142. Would the Project conflict with an applicable congestion management program, including, but not limited to, level of service standards and travel demand measures, or other standards established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways? (CEQA XVIb)
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter, revise or conflict with applicable congestion management program including but not limited to, level of service standards and travel demand measures, or other standards established by the congestion management agency for designated roads or highways.

TRPA is the designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency in the Tahoe Basin and has established Level of Service standards for roadways and intersections and Vehicle Miles of Travel (VMT) standards.

The potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the City General Plan Update EIR, which included an evaluation of LOS for a total of nine key roadway segments and eleven intersections. Four roadway segments are partially or wholly located within the Tourist Core (US Highway 50, Ski Run Boulevard and Pioneer Trail). Three intersections are located within the Tourist Core (US Highway 5/Park Avenue, US Highway 50/Pioneer Trail, and US Highway 50/Ski Run Boulevard). At full build out under the General Plan the GP EIR concluded that all roadway segments and all intersections would achieve the LOS standards under year 2030 traffic conditions (CSLT 2010, pages 4.4-30 through 4.4-40). The amount and location of potential development allowed in the Tourist Core is consistent with the City General Plan, thus implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan impact is less than significant.

The RPU EIS also evaluated roadway LOS in 2035 along US 50 at Stateline and intersection LOS at the US 50/Ski Run Boulevard and 50/Park Avenue intersections. The assumptions regarding future development in the Tourist Core are articulated in Appendix E.7 of the RPU EIS (2012a). These assumptions include an increase in residential, tourist accommodation, and commercial uses in the Tourist Core, consistent with increases that could occur under implementation of the Regional Plan. The amount and location of potential development allowed in the Tourist Core Area Plan is consistent with the Regional Plan and the RPU EIS analysis. Therefore, based on this modeling, roadway and intersection LOS standards along roadway segments in the Tourist Core would be acceptable in 2035 (TRPA 2012a, pages 3.3-42 and

3.3-44). As documented above for question 141, any project implemented under the Tourist Core Area Plan would require mitigation for new VMT at a project level.

The Tourist Core Area Plan is consistent with the Regional Plan and analysis of VMT contained in the Regional Plan EIS. The City of South Lake Tahoe is also subject to the residential allocation procedures established by the TRPA Code that phases the release of land use allocations contingent upon VMT Threshold being maintained. Therefore, this impact is less than significant. 1068

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Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
143. Would the Project result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? (CEQA XVIc) The Project provides for bicycle and pedestrian transit changes and does not change air traffic patterns or air traffic.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
144. Would the Project substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? (CEQA XVId) Consistent with the TRPA Regional Plan and City General Plan, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan is expected to enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety. Figure 6-1 of the Transportation and Circulation Element includes the existing and planned bicycle and pedestrian facilities within the Tourist Core. The proposed facilities include sidewalks along Park Avenue, Stateline Avenue, and Pioneer Trail, and in locations along US 50 where sidewalks do not currently exist; completion of bike lanes on US Highway 50, Park Avenue, Pine Avenue and Lakeshore Boulevard; and a connector shared-use path between Market Street and Van Sickle Bi-State Park. Further, Policy T-2.5 of the Transportation and Circulation Element requires sidewalks for all new and expanded uses. The proposed Tourist Core Area Plan improvements would separate pedestrian and bicycle travel from roadway travel lanes, thus reducing the potential for conflicts between motor vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Specifically, by virtue of adding sidewalks, dedicated bike paths, enhanced transit, and other amenities, safety conditions would be improved and the potential for conflict would be reduced. Furthermore, all transportation and traffic related facilities proposed in the Tourist Core Area Plan would to conform to the appropriate federal, state and local roadway, sidewalk intersection design standards (e.g., ASHTOO, MUTCD, Caltrans Highway Design Manual and City Roadway Design Standards) for public health and safety reasons.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
146. Would the Project conflict with adopted policies, plans or programs regarding public transit, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities, or otherwise decrease the performance or safety of such facilities? (CEQA XVIf)
The implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would implement policies of the adopted TRPA Regional Plan and City General plan which encourages a land use pattern that promotes the use of alternative modes of transportation. Tourist Core Area Plan policies calls for construction of pedestrian sidewalk, bike paths, bike lanes and expansion of transit routes to recreation sites. It is expected that the adding sidewalks, dedicated paths, and enhanced transit options will improve safety conditions and allow efficient movement of people in the Tourist Core . To the degree that adoption of the Area Plan results in expanded implementation of these strategies, this impact would be beneficial.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.
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Required Mitigation: None.
147. Will the Project result in generation of 650 or more new average Daily Vehicle Miles Travelled? (TRPA 13a)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis tiers from and consist with the RPU EIS.

While the 2013 Tourist Core Area Plan as amended would permit development which could result in generation of new VMT, this change is consistent with the increase in development envisioned in the Regional Plan and analyzed in the RPU EIS, which projected to result in a 10 percent reduction in VMT region wide. Further, the proposed amendment under consideration is not a single project (to which the standard of 650 or more VMT is applicable), but an Area Plan, the implementation of which would likely result in some level of traffic increase.

The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to trip generation. Consistent with the Regional Plan, development and redevelopment associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan as a whole, and individual projects therein, is likely to generate 650 or more new average daily VMT. TRPA’s updated project assessment process replaces average daily vehicle trip ends with VMT to determine a project’s impact to transportation. The updated process screens eventual Area Plan development projects from additional analysis depending on its location: less than 1,300 average daily VMT when a project is within, or within 1⁄2 mile of a town or regional center; less than 715 average daily VMT in all other areas in the Region. Any subsequent project implemented under the Tourist Core Area Plan that would generate a net increase of VMT over these standards would be required to prepare a projectlevel traffic analyses in accordance with Section 65.2.4.B of the TRPA Code. For any new VMT that are generated by unexempted Area Plan projects, TRPA requires an applicant to offset the potential regional traffic and air quality effects of the new VMT by requiring payment of the calculated Mobility Mitigation Fee. The mobility mitigation fee amount would be assessed in accordance with the current mitigation fee schedule in the TRPA Rules of Procedure. Thus, this impact would be less than significant.

See also response to Question 142 above.

Environmental Analysis: Yes, Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
148. Will the Project result in changes to existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? (TRPA 13b)
While the proposed Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments could result in changes to existing parking facilities, the changes would be consistent with the development envisioned in the Regional Plan and analyzed in the Regional Plan Update and the RPU EIS. Therefore, the potential changes to existing parking facilities would comply with the Regional Plan and would occur in compliance with the City and TRPA Codes.

The City Code (Chapter 6.10) and proposed amendments to the Tourist Core Area Plan design standards (Appendix C) require any subsequent development under the Area Plan to meet standards for parking supply and design. The proposed Area Plan amendments include possibilities for reductions to parking supply standards for multi-family residential and commercial projects located within 0.5 mile of transit stops or with contribution to alternative transportation measures. To utilize the reduced parking standards, an applicant must demonstrate that the alternative parking standards would not impact offsite parking 1070

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facilities. As this would ensure the adequate design and provision of parking, this impact would be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
149. Will the Project result in substantial impact upon existing transportation systems, including highway, transit, bicycle or pedestrian facilities? (TRPA 13c) See discussions and analyses for Questions 147, 148, 150, 151 and 152.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
150. Will the Project result in alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? (TRPA 13d)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to roadway and intersection level of service (LOS). The total amount of new development in the Tourist Core is constrained by the growth control system in the Regional Plan and the proposed new permissible uses in the Tourist Core Area Plan would be consistent with the types of uses envisioned in the Regional Plan (see project description of this IS/IEC). As such, the Tourist Core Area Plan is within the envelope of the Regional Plan, and no additional information on potential future projects within the Tourist Core is known.

Therefore, there is no need to further analyze roadway and intersection LOS beyond what was contemplated for the Regional Plan.

The RPU EIS evaluated roadway LOS in 2035 along US 50 at Stateline and intersection LOS at the US 50/Ski Run Boulevard and 50/Park Avenue intersections. The assumptions regarding future development in the Tourist Core are articulated in Appendix E.7 of the RPU EIS (2012a). These assumptions include an increase in residential, tourist accommodation, and commercial uses in the Tourist Core, consistent with increases that could occur under implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan. Based on this modeling, roadway and intersection LOS standards along roadway segments in the Tourist Core would be acceptable in 2035 (TRPA 2012a, pages 3.3-42 and 3.3-44). However, because modeling conducted for the RPU predicted further degradation of roadway LOS along two roadway segments on the north shore that are already operating at unacceptable levels, Sections 50.4.2 and 50.4.3 of the TRPA Code were added to include the phased release of land use allocations followed by monitoring and forecasting of actual roadway LOS. Proposed amendments would add parcels to the Area Plan boundary, but buildout assumptions for residential units and commercial floor area are not substantially increased. Further, any subsequent project implemented under the Tourist Core Area Plan that would generate a net increase of VMT over the standards of significance (Code Section 65.2.3.D.2) would be required to prepare a project-level traffic analyses in accordance with Section 65.2.4.B of the TRPA Code. Any impacts on roadway or intersection LOS would require mitigation at a project level. Thus, this impact would be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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151. Will the Project result in alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? (TRPA 13e) The proposed permissible uses in the Tourist Core Area Plan, as listed in Appendix C of the Tourist Core Area Plan, prohibit future development of rail and air traffic within the Tourist Core.

With respect to waterborne traffic, the Tourist Core Area would not alter or revise the regulations pertaining to Shorezone activities. In accordance with Section 13.7.3 of the TRPA Code, TRPA would retain responsibility for enforcing and implementing Shorezone regulations as described in Chapters 80 through 85 of the TRPA Code. The Tourist Core Area Plan identifies waterborne transit stops at the Ski Run Marina and the Lakeside Marina but does nothing in the Tourist Core Area Plan (e.g., use changes) to alter waterborne traffic beyond what is currently allowed under existing conditions and permitted to occur under the TRPA Shorezone Ordinances.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
152. Will the Project result in increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians? (TRPA 13f)
This potential effect is the same as those analyzed in the TRPA Regional Plan Update, and therefore this analysis incorporates by reference the RPU EIS.

Consistent with the TRPA Regional Plan and City General Plan, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan is expected to enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety. Figure 6-1 of the Transportation and Circulation Element includes the existing and planned bicycle and pedestrian facilities within the Tourist Core. The proposed facilities include sidewalks along Park Avenue, Stateline Avenue, and Pioneer Trail, and in locations along US 50 where sidewalks do not currently exist; completion of bike lanes on US Highway 50, Park Avenue, Pine Avenue and Lakeshore Boulevard; and a connector shared-use path between Market Street and Van Sickle Bi-State Park. Further, Policy T-2.5 of the Transportation and Circulation Element requires sidewalks for all new and expanded uses. The Tourist Core Area Plan improvements would separate pedestrian and bicycle travel from roadway travel lanes, thus reducing the potential for conflicts between motor vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Specifically, by virtue of adding sidewalks, dedicated bike paths, enhanced transit, and other amenities, safety conditions would be improved and the potential for conflict would be reduced.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.19 Tribal Cultural Resources (CEQA)
This section provides analysis regarding the project’s potential for substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource, defined in Public Resources Code section 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape that is geographically defined in terms of the size and scope of the landscape, sacred place, or object with cultural value to a California Native American tribe, as it applies to the following below, identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 43: Tribal Cultural Resources
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
Would the project cause a
substantial adverse change in the
significance of a tribal cultural
resource, defined in Public
Resources Code section 21074 as
either a site, feature, place,
cultural landscape that is
geographically defined in terms of
the size and scope of the
landscape, sacred place, or object
with cultural value to a California
Native American tribe, and that is:
153. Listed or eligible for listing
in the California Register of
Historical Resources, or in a
local register of historical
resources as defined in Public
Resources Code section
5020.1(k) (CEQA XVIIIa)
X
154. A resource determined by the
lead agency, in its discretion
and supported by substantial
evidence, to be significant
pursuant to criteria set forth in
subdivision (C) of Public
Resources Code Section
5024.1. In applying the
criteria set forth in subdivision
(C) of Public Resources Code
Section 5024.1, the lead
agency shall consider the
significance of the resource to
a California Native American
tribe (CEQA XVIIIb).

X
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153. Would the project cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource, defined in Public Resources Code section 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape that is geographically defined in terms of the size and scope of the landscape, sacred place, or object with cultural value to a California Native American tribe, and that is listed or eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources, or in a local register of historical resources as defined in Public Resources Code section 5020.1(k)? (CEQA XVIIIa) The proposed amendment does not alter regulations pertaining to tribal cultural resources.

There is no evidence of intact, potentially significant Washoe cultural sites within the existing Tourist Core plan area. Pursuant to AB 52, the City of South Lake Tahoe sent notification letters to the Ione Band of Miwok Indians, Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada, Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, and the United Auburn Indian Community on March 13, 2023. To date, no response has been received.

Federal and state regulations, the TRPA Code (Chapter 67) and City General Plan policies address protection of tribal cultural resources and provide processes to avoid or minimize impacts to such resources.

Included in the existing Codes and policies are measures to identify tribal cultural resources discovered during ground disturbing construction activities, and protect those deemed by the tribes to have unique ethnic values. Project development within the amendment area will be required compliant with federal and state regulations, TRPA Code and General Plan policies during project specific review, and therefore, would not alter or adversely affect tribal cultural resources.

See discussion and analysis for Questions 47 through 50 above. Implementation of federal and state regulations, TRPA Code (Chapter 67), and General Plan policies address protection of historic, cultural, archaeological and paleontological resources and provide processes to avoid or mitigate impacts to these resources. Therefore, any development associated with the proposed amendments would not result in a physical change that would affect unique ethnic cultural values. Thus, this impact is considered to be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact
Required Mitigation: None.
154. Would the project cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource, defined in Public Resources Code section 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape that is geographically defined in terms of the size and scope of the landscape, sacred place, or object with cultural value to a California Native American tribe, and that is a resource determined by the lead agency, in its discretion and supported by substantial evidence, to be significant pursuant to criteria set forth in subdivision( c) of Public Resources Code Section 5024.1.

In applying the criteria set forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resources Code Section 5024.1, the lead agency shall consider the significance of the resource to a California Native American tribe? (CEQA XVIIIb).

See discussion and analysis for Question 153 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact
Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.20 Utilities and Service Systems (CEQA) and Energy and Utilities (TRPA) This section presents the analysis for potential impacts to utilities, service systems and energy. Table 25 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 25: Utilities, Service Systems and Energy
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
155. Exceed wastewater treatment
requirements of the applicable
Regional Water Quality
Control Board? (CEQA
XVIIa)
X
156. Require or result in the
construction of new water or
wastewater treatment facilities
or expansion of existing
facilities, the construction of
which could cause significant
environmental effects?
(CEQA XVIIb)
X
157. Require or result in the
construction of new storm
water drainage facilities or
expansion of existing
facilities, the construction of
which could cause significant
environmental effects?
(CEQA XVIIc)
X
158. Have sufficient water
supplies available to serve the
Project from existing
entitlements and resources, or
are new or expanded
entitlements needed? (CEQA
XVIId)
X
159. Result in a determination by
the wastewater treatment
provider which serves or may
serve the Project that it has
adequate capacity to serve the
Project’s projected demand in
addition to the provider’s
existing commitments?
(CEQA XVIIe)
X
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160. Be served by a landfill with
sufficient permitted capacity
to accommodate the Project’s
solid waste disposal needs?
(CEQA XVIIf)
X
161. Comply with federal, state,
and local statutes and
regulations related to solid
waste? (CEQA XVIIg)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With
Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
162. Use of substantial amounts of
fuel or energy? (TRPA 15a) X
163. Substantial increase in
demand upon existing sources
of energy, or require the
development of new sources
of energy? (TRPA 15b)
X
Except for planned improvements,
will the proposal result in a need
for new systems, or substantial
alterations to the following
utilities:
164.Power or natural gas? (TRPA
15a) X
165.Communication systems?
(TRPA 15b) X
166. Utilize additional water
which amount will exceed the
maximum permitted capacity
of the service provider?
(TRPA 15c)
X
167. Utilize additional sewage
treatment capacity which
amount will exceed the
maximum permitted capacity
of the sewage treatment
provider? (TRPA 15d)
X
168. Storm water drainage?
(TRPA 15e) X
169. Solid waste and disposal?
(TRPA 15f) X
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155 Would the Project exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? (CEQA XVIIa)
Implementation of the Tourist Core Are Plan would require some additional wastewater conveyance and treatment capacity. However, in the south shore, existing average wastewater flow rates is little more than half of the total export capacity (Table 26). Because the permitted growth in the Regional Plan would result in very low levels of growth, development under the Tourist Core Area Plan would not double wastewater flow rates, thus, it is reasonable to assume that sufficient capacity would be available to accommodate increased levels of new commercial, tourist and residential units in the Tourist Core.

Furthermore, all development permitted by the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to comply with Section 32.5 of the TRPA Code, which requires that all projects be served by facilities that provide treatment and export of wastewater from the Tahoe Region. Section 50.4.1(C) of the TRPA Code prohibits distribution of allocations to jurisdictions with insufficient wastewater capacity to support residential development, and Section 13.10.7 of the TRPA Code requires demonstration of adequate sewer capacity prior to occupancy of a transferred unit (TRPA 2012a, page 3.13-16).

Additionally, any project proposing construction, reconstruction, or expansion of a structure would be required to meet the Basic Services and Facilities Standards contained in the TRPA Code. Therefore, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not cause sewage treatment capacity to exceed the permitted capacity of the service provider.

As the STPUD wastewater treatment plant currently exhibits excess capacity of 3.7 mgd on average dry days, the project is not expected to require additional treatment capacity at the wastewater treatment plant.

Moreover, STPUD wastewater demand projections for 2028 were estimated to be 5.8 mgd, which is well within the maximum capacity of 7.7 mgd.

Table 26 Average Flow Rates and Total Capacity
Export District Average Flow (mgd) Total Capacity (mgd) Average Remaining Capacity (mgd)
South Tahoe Public
Utility District 4.0 7.7 3.7
Source: STPUD Sewer System Management Plan, May 2020
As described above, the wastewater generated by potential increases in development within the Tourist Core plan area would not require additional capacity or infrastructure. The proposed amendments would help facilitate development within the Area Plan, but would add little additional development potential at buildout given the existing TRPA growth management restrictions. Therefore, the Toruist Core Area Plan would have a less than significant impact on wastewater collection and treatment systems.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
156. Would the Project require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? (CEQA XVIIb)
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See discussion and analysis for Question 155 above that concludes adequate wastewater capacity exists and therefore the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities is unlikely.

The existing General Plan and 2013 Tourist Core Area Plan policies would ensure that the City coordinates with STPUD and the other water purveyors in the Tourist Core plan area on the planning and construction of water supply infrastructure required by new development. These policies would also ensure that the City requires new development to pay its fair share of the costs of expanding and upgrading existing facilities and services impacted by the new development as well as to meet minimum fire flow requirements. As such, this impact is considered to be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
157. Would the Project require or result in the construction of new stormwater drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? (CEQA XVIIc)
All development permitted though the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to meet TRPA BMP standards to reduce runoff and pollutant loading from impervious cover as specified in Section 60.4.6 of the TRPA Code, except where special conditions exist and are approved by TRPA, infiltration facilities designed to accommodate the volume of runoff generated by a 20-year, 1- hour storm are required for approval of all projects. Therefore, there would be no unplanned alterations or improvements to existing stormwater drainage systems associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
158. Would the Project have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed? (CEQA XVIId) Implementation of the Tourist Core Are Plan would result in some increased demand for water supply for new residential units, tourist accommodation units, and commercial and public service facilities. However surface water allocation to the Tahoe Region pursuant to the Truckee River Operating Agreement (TROA) is 34,000 acre feet/year (afy), and projected Region-wide demand is approximately 28,079 afy (TRPA 2012, page 3.13.-11). Additional demand generated by the TRPA Regional Plan is approximately 1,725 afy which, given remaining water supply availability, could be accommodated with existing supplies. Thus, it is reasonable to assume that sufficient capacity would be available to accommodate increased levels of new commercial, tourist and residential units in the Tourist Core.

Furthermore, all development permitted by the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to comply with Section 32.4 of the TRPA Code, which requires that a project applicant demonstrate the availability of adequate water quantity and quality for both domestic consumption and fire protection prior to project approval. This is demonstrated at a project-level through the acquisition of a Will Serve Letter from the applicable water purveyor.

Additionally, any project proposing construction, reconstruction, or expansion of a structure would be required to meet the Basic Services and Facilities Standards contained in the TRPA Code. Therefore, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not create water use in excess of the maximum permitted capacity of the service provider. Thus, this impact is less than significant. 1078

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Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
159. Would the Project result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the Project that it has adequate capacity to serve the Project’s projected demand in addition to the provider’s existing commitments? (CEQA XVIIe) All development permitted by the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to comply with Section 32.5 of the TRPA Code, which requires that all projects be served by facilities that provide treatment and export of wastewater from the Tahoe Region. Section 50.4.1(C) of the TRPA Code prohibits distribution of allocations to jurisdictions with insufficient wastewater capacity to support residential development, and Section 13.10.7 of the TRPA Code requires demonstration of adequate sewer capacity prior to occupancy of a transferred unit (TRPA 2012a, page 3.13-16). Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
160. Would the Project be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the Project’s solid waste disposal needs? (CEQA XVIIf)
This potential effect is the same as that analyzed in the General Plan Update EIR where up to 1,162 new residential units and up to 386,000 square feet of CFA is expected to be developed during the 20 year buildout period. Based on a per capita residential solid waste generation rate of 0.25 tons per resident per year (CIWMB, 2007b) and a 2009 average of 2.460 persons per household (DOF, 2009), the anticipated residential development would be expected to generate an additional 715 tons of solid waste per year by 2030. Based on an average per employee solid waste generation rate of 1.3 tons per employee per year (CIWMB, 2007c) and an estimated 2,245 new employees in the Planning Area, the anticipated commercial development would be expected to generate an additional approximately 2,919 tons per year. Therefore, full buildout of the proposed General Plan Update would result in the generation of approximately 3,634 additional tons of solid waste per year by 2030 (or about 10 tons per day) with a portion of that attributable to the Tourist Core Area Plan.

As discussed above, South Tahoe Refuse (STR) is under contract with the City to collect solid waste from city households and businesses as well as to process and transfer all solid waste for disposal or recycling.

STR’s main facility, which consists of a transfer station, materials recovery facility, and the Tahoe Basin Container Service, has a total permitted capacity of 370 tons per day, but currently receives 200 to 250 tons per day. The remaining capacity of 120 to 170 tons per day is sufficient to serve the growth anticipated under the proposed General Plan Update. Any additional staffing or equipment required to increase service to the city would be funded through the additional service rates that would be collected by STR from the new development. Solid waste is expected to be disposed of at the Lockwood Regional Landfill in Sparks, Nevada. This landfill has a total capacity of approximately 43 million tons and is expected to reach capacity by the year 2025. However, multiple large-scale expansions to the facility are expected before this capacity is reached. In addition, the city currently achieves a nearly 50 percent diversion rate (CIWMB, 2008a); therefore, the increase in solid waste requiring disposal at the landfill would be anticipated to be about half that generated by the planned development or approximately 1,817 tons year or 5 tons per day. In addition, implementation of the City’s Sustainability Plan includes developing a recycling action plan to achieve a 55 percent diversion rate.
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Both the STR main facility and the Lockwood Regional Landfill have sufficient capacity to manage the growth anticipated under the proposed General Plan Update as well as the Tourist Core Area Plan.

Therefore, this impact is considered to be less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
161. Would the Project comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? (CEQA XVIIg)
The Lockwood Regional Landfill will receive solid waste generated within the Tourist Core and have sufficient capacity to serve the needs as discussed in Question 158 above. Existing resource recovery operations provide recycling of various materials, including green waste and construction material, which further reduces the quantity of waste sent to the landfill pursuant to state law. All projects proposed within the Tourist Core would be subject to Chapter 23 of the City Code regulating refuse and garbagTRPA Regional Plan Land Use Element Goal 5, Policy ,1 Public Services Element Goal 3, Policy 2, and the City General Plan Policy PQP-3.3 requiring the transport of solid waste outside the Basin in compliance with California state laws. Thus, the Tourist Core Area Plan complies with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste.

Environmental Analysis: No Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
162. Will the Project result in use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? (TRPA 15a) All development permitted through the Tourist Core Area Plan would occur in accordance with the Regional Plan and City Code. While any new construction would require electric and natural gas service as part of the basic services (Chapter 32 of the TRPA Code) the entire area within the Tourist Core is located within close proximity to existing electric and gas infrastructure. Additionally, projects requiring new or modified connections would be subject the requirements and fees of the applicable utility providers. The utility companies project that based on their forecasting and recent growth trends, the available capacity would far exceed the demand generated at build-out of the Regional Plan (TRPA 2012a, page 3.13-20).

Also see discussion and analysis for Question 110 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
163. Will the Project result in substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? (TRPA 15b) See discussion in Question 162 above that concludes that the available capacity would far exceed the demand generated at build-out of the TRPA Regional Plan; therefore, demand create by implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not exceed available capacity, or require the development of new sources of energy. Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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164. Except for planned improvements, will the Project result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to power or natural gas? (TRPA 16a) See discussion and analysis for Question 162 above that concludes that the available capacity would far exceed the demand generated at build-out of the TRPA Regional Plan; therefore, demand create by implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to power or natural gas. Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
165. Except for planned improvements, will the Project result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to communication systems? (TRPA 16b) Communication systems are not listed as a required basic service by TRPA Code or the City Code; however, the City Code requires any communication wires to be installed underground (Section 8-35 SLTCC). Any development or redevelopment permitted through the Tourist Core Area Plan would be located within existing service areas for communication systems providers. Each project would be responsible for any elected connection or subscription to communication systems within the region. Additionally, the increased development and re-development could stimulate investment in improved broadband service, which was identified as a need in the Lake Tahoe Basin Prosperity Plan (WNDD 2010). Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
166. Except for planned improvements, will the Project result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to utilize additional water which amount will exceed the maximum permitted capacity of the service provider? (TRPA 15c)
See discussion and analysis for Question 156 above that concludes additional capacity exists in the Tahoe Region and therefore a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to utilize additional water is unlikely.

Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
167. Except for planned improvements, will the Project result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to utilize additional sewage treatment capacity which amount will exceed the maximum permitted capacity of the sewage treatment provider? (TRPA 15d) See discussions and analyses for Questions 155, 156 and 159 above that concludes additional sewage capacity exists in the Tahoe Region and therefore a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to utilize additional treatment capacity is unlikely. Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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168. Except for planned improvements, will the Project result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to storm water drainage? (TRPA 15e) See discussion and analysis for Question 157 above, concluding that this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
169. Except for planned improvements, will the Project result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to solid waste and disposal? (TRPA 15f) Implementation of the Tourist Core Are Plan would result in some new development that would increase the Region’s overall solid waste generation. Solid waste generation under the TRPA Regional Plan is anticipated to increase to 115,200 tons per year with some small portion of that attributable to the Tourist Core Area Plan. Given the substantial existing capacity of 22 million tons, and planned expansion that would allow for a total capacity of 204 million tons at the Lockwood Regional Landfill, waste disposal needs for development under the Tourist Core Area Plan could be adequately served in the future. Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.4.21 Mandatory Findings of Significance
This section presents the analyses for mandatory findings of significance. Table 27 identifies the applicable impacts, anticipated level of impact, and whether mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts to a less than significant level.

Table 27: Mandatory Findings of Significance
CEQA Environmental
Checklist Item
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with
Mitigation
Measures
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
170. Does the Project have the
potential to degrade the quality of
the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of a fish or
wildlife species, cause a fish or
wildlife population to drop below
self-sustaining levels, threaten to
eliminate a plant or animal
community, substantially reduce
the number or restrict the range of
a rare or endangered plant or
animal or eliminate important
examples of the major periods of
California history or prehistory?
(CEQA XVIIIa)
X
171. Does the Project have
impacts that are individually
limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively
considerable" means that the
incremental effects of a project are
considerable when viewed in
connection with the effects of past
projects, the effects of other
current projects, and the effects of
probable future projects)? (CEQA
XVIIIb)
X
172. Does the Project have
environmental effects which will
cause substantial adverse effects
on human beings, either directly
or indirectly? (CEQA XVIIIc)
X
TRPA Initial Environmental
Checklist Item Yes No, With Mitigation
Data
Insufficient No
173. Does the Project have the
potential to degrade the quality of
the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of a fish
X
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population to drop below selfsustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or
restrict the range of a rare or
endangered plant or animal or
eliminate important examples of
the major periods of California or
Nevada history or prehistory?
(TRPA 21a)
174. Does the Project have the
potential to achieve short-term, to
the disadvantage of long-term,
environmental goals? (A shortterm impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively
brief, definitive period of time,
while long-term impacts will
endure well into the future.)
(TRPA 21b)
X
175. Does the Project have
impacts which are individually
limited, but cumulatively
considerable? (A project may
impact on two or more separate
resources where the impact on
each resource is relatively small,
but where the effect of the total of
those impacts on the
environmental is significant?)
(TRPA 21c)
X
176. Does the Project have
environmental impacts which will
cause substantial adverse effects
on human being, either directly or
indirectly? (TRPA 21d)
X
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170. Does the Project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below selfsustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, substantially reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? (CEQA XVIIIa) Fish and Aquatic Habitat
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise any TRPA Regional Plan policies pertaining to the Shorezone and Lakezone, management of aquatic resources, or permitting of projects affecting these habitats. In accordance with Section 13.7.3 , TRPA retains responsibility for implementing and enforcing all Shorezone regulations (Chapters 80 through 85 of the TRPA Code). The Tourist Core Area Plan would permit development and redevelopment only in accordance with the Regional Plan and General Plan, and any projects proposed within the plan area that could affect aquatic habitats would be subject to TRPA’s existing regulations requiring project-specific environmental review and development and implementation of project-specific measures for any significant effects on fish habitat as a condition of project approval. This potential impact was analyzed in the RPU EIS and, with implementation of TRPA’s existing policies and code provisions, found to be less than significant (TRPA 2012a, page 3.10-45).

Construction activities could result in temporary increases in sedimentation, small amounts of fill placed in aquatic habitats, and the release and exposure of construction-related contaminants. As under existing conditions, these impacts would be minimized and mitigated through construction BMPs and compensatory mitigation requirements as specified in TRPA and City policies and code provisions, and other applicable federal and state regulations.

Rare or Endangered Species and Communities
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise TRPA Regional Plan policies regarding the protection of rare, endangered, or sensitive plant and animal communities. Compliance with all provisions of the Resource Management and Protection regulations found in Chapter 67 of the TRPA Code is still required for all project review delegated to the City. The Tourist Core Area Plan would permit development and redevelopment only in accordance with the TRPA Regional Plan and City General Plan, and any projects proposed within the plan area that could affect sensitive plant or animal communities would be subject to TRPA’s existing regulations requiring project-specific environmental review and development and implementation of project-specific measures for any significant effects on fish habitat as a condition of project approval. This potential impact was analyzed in the RPU EIS and, with implementation of TRPA’s existing code provisions and requirements, found to be less than significant (TRPA 2012a, page 3.10-50). During project-level environmental review, potential impacts to protected plant or animal communities would be identified and minimized through the design process and/or through compensatory mitigation, as required under TRPA and applicable federal and state regulations.

Additionally, any new development and redevelopment with the Tourist Core Area Plan boundary would occur in accordance with TRPA policies that incentivize transfers of land coverage and development rights from sensitive lands, and require restoration and retirement of the sending sites (TRPA 2012a). This policy could result in a benefit to the associated special status species through enhancement and restoration of riparian and wetland habitats.

Cultural, Historical, and Archeological Resources
The Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not alter or revise TRPA Regional Plan policies regarding the protection of cultural, historical, or archeological resources. Compliance with all provisions of the Resource Management and Protection regulations found in Chapter 67 of the TRPA Code is still required for all project review delegated to the City. In addition, federal and state regulations address protection of 1085

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these resources and provide mechanisms to minimize impacts. The Tourist Core Area Plan would permit development and redevelopment only in accordance with the TRPA Regional Plan and the City General Plan, some of which could occur on properties with known or unknown cultural, historical, or archeological resources. With the Tourist Core Area Plan boundary, known cultural and historic resources of local interest include the former Lapham Hotel and McCombers Station. The potential impacts to cultural resources were analyzed in the RPU EIS and, with implementation of TRPA’s existing code provisions, found to be less than significant (TRPA 2012a, beginning on page 3.15-13). During project-level environmental review, cultural, historical, and archeological resources specific to the site would be identified, significance determined, and appropriate mitigation implemented in accordance with federal, state, City, and TRPA regulations.

Because the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments propose no changes to existing policies regarding aquatic habitats, special status plant or animal communities, or to cultural, historical, and archeological resources, and because federal, state, and TRPA protections are already in place, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in the degradation of these resources.

In addition, the Tourist Core Area Plan, as amended, is consistent with the TRPA Code of Ordinances Chapter 13.5.3.G concerning modification to Town Center boundaries. As analyzed herein, TRPA and the City have determined that implementation of the updated Area Plan, including all elements of the plan, existing environmental protection requirements, and adopted RPU and GP mitigation, would achieve and maintain TRPA’s environmental threshold carrying capacities and result in environmental improvement.

Therefore, the Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments would not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment. Thus, these impacts are less than significant.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
171. Does the Project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects)? (CEQA XVIIIb)
Like the General Plan itself, the Tourist Core Area Plan is a collection of goals, policies, and measures designed to guide the development of the plan area and support the Region in attaining environmental thresholds and other important objectives. Because these policies are implemented in the Tourist Core Area Plan over the long-term (i.e., 20 years) and are applicable to all programs and projects over this period, they are inherently cumulative in nature.

The cumulative projects contemplated in the GP EIR (TRPA 2012a, pages 4-2 through 4-10) include Environmental Enhancement, Land Management Plans, TTD/TMPO projects and programs, and other development projects. These projects and programs also apply to the Tourist Core Area Plan, their scope and characteristics are not known to have substantially changed, no additional cumulative projects or programs are known at this time.

Because the Tourist Core Area Plan, as amended, will be wholly consistent with the General Plan and because no specific projects are proposed for which contributions to cumulative impacts may be defined and assessed, the cumulative impacts analysis prepared for the Regional Plan is also applicable to the Tourist Core Area Plan.
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As discussed in Questions 68, the GP EIR concluded that General Plan implementation could result in increased development, redevelopment, and construction activity resulting in an increase in overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emission that would make a cumulatively considerable contribution to global climate change. Because the Tourist Core Area Plan is consistent with and implements the General Plan and the GP EIR, development and population growth anticipated during the Tourist Core Area Plan horizon could also contribute cumulatively to global climate change. The GP EIR disclosed this significant effect; mitigated it and concluded that with implementation of relevant policies from the General Plan Update, the City’s Sustainability Plan (which calls for development of a GHG inventory and reduction target), and associated mitigation measure MM 4.5.6 are anticipated to mitigate GHG emissions in a manner consistent with current state efforts to reduce GHG emissions under AB 32 and SB 375. Specifically implementation of IMP-8.6 (Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Strategy in the years 2013-2015) in combination with implementation of Mitigation Measure MM 4.5.6 that would require coordination with future TRPA future GHG reduction efforts and the establishment of an emission reduction target consistent with AB 32 and SB 375 reduction efforts would ensure that City GHG emissions are mitigated. Thus, this impact is considered less than cumulatively considerable (CSLT 2011a, page 4.0-4 through 4.0-5). Because the Tourist Core Area Plan is consistent with and implements the General Plan and is consistent with the GP EIR, development and population growth anticipated during the Tourist Core Area Plan plan horizon is not expected to make a considerable contribution to global climate change. Thus this impact is considered less than significant.

Additional consideration is applied below to those resources that could result in more localized cumulative effects, including noise, geologic hazards, scenic resources, and recreation.

Traffic
The Tourist Core Area Plan potential effect on traffic was discussed under Section 5.4.18. The Tourist Core Area Amendments would not alter, revise or conflict with applicable plan, ordinance or policy establishing the measures of effectiveness for the performance of the circulation system. Consistent with the Regional Plan, development and redevelopment associated with the Tahoe Valley Area Plan as a whole, and individual projects therein, that would generate a net increase of 650 average daily VMT or more would be required to prepare a project-level traffic analyses in accordance with Section 65.2.4.B of the TRPA Code.

For any new VMT that are generated, TRPA requires an applicant to offset the potential regional traffic and air quality effects of the new VMT by requiring an applicant to contribute to the Mobility Mitigation Fund. The mobility mitigation fee amount would be assessed in accordance with the current mitigation fee schedule in the TRPA Rules of Procedure. Furthermore, all individual projects would be required to meet all applicable LOS standards for roadways and intersection standards. For these reasons the Tahoe Valley Area Plan, as amended would not contribute to an increase in traffic levels that results in cumulatively adverse impacts. Thus, this impact is less than significant.

Water Quality
The Tourist core Area Plan potential effect on water quality was discussed under Section 5.4.11. All new development and redevelopment within the Tourist Core would be required to meet existing BMP standards to control potential increases in stormwater runoff and pollutant loading onsite. As specified in Section

60.4.6 of the TRPA Code, except where special conditions exist and are approved by TRPA, infiltration facilities designed to accommodate the volume of runoff generated by a 20-year 1-hour storm are required for approval of all projects within the Tahoe Basin. Therefore, new development within the Tourist Core is not expected to cumulatively create or contribute additional runoff that would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage system.
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Cultural Resources
The Tourist Core Area Plan potential effect on cultural resources was discussed under Section 5.4.7.

Because federal and state regulations, the TRPA Code (Chapter 67) and General Plan Policies (CSLT 2010, pages NCR-6 trough NCR-7) address protection of these resources and provide processes to avoid or minimize impacts to historic and archaeological resources and any development associated with the Tourist Core Area Plan would be required to comply with federal and state regulations, TRPA Code and General Plan policies, during project specific review, it would not contribute to an adverse cumulative effect on archeological or historical resources.

Noise
The Tourist Core Area Plan potential effect on noise levels was discussed under Section 5.4.14. The Tourist Core Area Plan would continue or strengthen the noise standards currently in effect. In addition, the City and/or TRPA would continue to implement the project specific noise reduction measures described in the Regional Plan EIS, General Plan EIR and the Tourist Core Area Plan.For these reasons the Tourist Core Area Plan would not contribute to an adverse cumulative increase in noise levels.

Hazards
The potential for increased exposure to geologic hazards is addressed Section 5.4.8, above. Because existing TRPA and City protections are in place, and because project-specific environmental review would be required for all projects, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in increased exposure of people or property to geologic hazards. As part of the 2012 RPU EIS analysis, TRPA conducted an analysis of wildfire risk and its impact on emergency evacuation analysis, considering the amount of growth forecast for the region. This amendment does not propose additional growth, only amendments to area plan boundary, land uses and design standards intended to encourage buildout of the remaining residential and commercial development within the Tourist Core Area Plan. As such, the amendments do not exacerbate previously identified wildfire risk from the buildout development of new residential housing.

The proposed amendments are focused on town centers and areas immediately adjacent to town centers, where wildfire danger is inherently less because these areas are further from the wildland-urban interface, and there is more defensible space and urban development (e.g., pavement). New housing developments and commercial buildings that may be facilitated by the amendments are still subject to local building standards that are written to ensure structures can withstand fire and be used to shelter in place. Thus, the proposed amendments would not contribute to an aderse cumulative effect on hazards.

Scenic Resources
Scenic resources are addressed under Section 5.4.3, above. Because the Tourist Core Area Plan carries forward and strengthens the existing scenic protections, and because all permitted projects would continue to meet the TRPA scenic threshold non-degradation standard, the Tourist Core Area Plan would not contribute to an adverse cumulative effect on scenic resources.

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Summary
Implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would be consistent with land use changes and policies contemplated and analyzed in the GP EIR, including their potential to contribute to cumulative environmental effects. This discussion of cumulative effects tiers from the cumulative impact discussion included in the GP EIR. Additionally, the GP EIR identified resources with localized cumulative issues such as traffic, water quality, cultural resources, noise, geologic hazards, and scenic impacts, which were further analyzed in this IS/ND/IEC and were not found to have adverse cumulative effects. Therefore,m implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan and the cumulative projects contemplated in the GP EIR would not result in a considerable contribution to cumulative adverse conditions.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
172. Does the Project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? (CEQA XVIIIc) As described above, projects permitted through the Tourist Core Area Plan would require project-level environmental review and would be required to comply with all applicable TRPA, federal, state, county, and City regulations, including protections for human health and safety. Therefore, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not create a substantial direct or indirect adverse effect on human beings.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
173. Does the Project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California or Nevada history or prehistory? (TRPA 21a)
See analysis in Question 170 that concludes that the Tourist Core Area Plan proposes no changes to existing policies regarding aquatic habitats, special status plant or animal communities, or to cultural, historical, and archeological resources, and because federal, state, and TRPA protections are already in place, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would not result in the degradation of these resources.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
174. Does the Project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (TRPA 21b)
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development rights from sensitive lands and lands more distant from community centers, and restoration of those areas (TRPA 2012a).

The Tourist Core Area Plan, like the Regional Plan itself, is a collection of policies and ordinances; no specific projects are proposed or would be approved through approval of the Tourist Core Area Plan.

However, as described in Section 5.4 of the RPU EIS, the Regional Plan will be implemented through projects that would have short-term effects, but through which long-term term environmental goals will be achieved.

The potential development permitted through the Tourist Core Area Plan could commit raw land to new development resulting in permanent alterations to soils, habitats, and land uses. Development in accordance with RPU and Tourist Core Area Plan policies and ordinances, however, would result in a refinement of the land use pattern within the Region through redevelopment in urban areas and transfer of development rights from sensitive lands to improve the long-term sustainability of natural resources and to support social and economic health (TRPA 2012a).

Environmental Analysis: Less than Signficant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
175. Does the Project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environmental is significant?) (TRPA 21c)
See analysis in Question 171 that concludes implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan would be consistent with land use changes and policies contemplated and analyzed in the RPU EIS, including their potential to contribute to cumulative environmental effects. This discussion of cumulative effects tiers from the cumulative impact discussion included in the RPU EIS. Additionally, the RPU EIS identified resources with localized cumulative issues such as noise, geologic hazards, scenic impacts, and recreation impacts, which were further analyzed in this IS/ND/IEC and were not found to have adverse cumulative effects.

Therefore, but for the cumulative contribution to global climate change discussed above, implementation of the Tourist Core Area Plan and the cumulative projects contemplated in the RPU EIS would not result in a considerable contribution to cumulative adverse conditions.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
176. Does the Project have environmental impacts which will cause substantial adverse effects on human being, either directly or indirectly? (TRPA 21d)
See discussion and analysis for Question 172 above.

Environmental Analysis: Less than Significant Impact.

Required Mitigation: None.
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5.5 CERTIFICATION [TRPA ONLY]
I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Person preparing application at County Date
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5.6 REFERENCES
Bryant W.A., Hart E.W. 2007. Fault-Rupture Hazard Zone in California: Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act With Index to Earthquake Fault Zone Maps. Sacramento, California.

CARB. See California Air Resource Board
California Air Resource Board. 2008. Climate Change Scoping Plan: A Framework for Change. http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/scoping/scoping.htm.
. 2012. Air Quality Standards and Area Designations. http://www.arb.ca.gov/desig/desig.htm accessed on 6/28/2013.

CSLT. See City of South Lake Tahoe.

City of South Lake Tahoe. 2010. General Plan Update, Draft EIR. City of South Lake Tahoe, California. . 2011a (February). General Plan Update, Final EIR. City of South Lake Tahoe, California _____ . 2011b (May 17). General Plan. City of South Lake Tahoe, California. _____ . 2013. City of South Lake Tahoe Police Department Information. http://www.cityofslt.us/index.aspx?NID=304 accessed on 6/11/2013.

EPA. See Environmental Protection Agency
Environmental Protection Agency. 2013. National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). http://www.epa.gov/air/criteria.html accessed on 6/28/2012.

Ichinose, G.A., J.G. Anderson, K. Satake, R.A. Schweickert, and M.M. Lahren. 2000. The potential hazard from tsunami and seiche waves generated by large earthquakes within the Lake Tahoe, California-Nevada. Geophysical Research Letters 27(8): 1203-1206.

IDSA. See International Dark-Sky Association.

International Dark-Sky Association. 1998 (July). Information Sheet 77: Recommended Light Levels for Exterior Lighting, Tucson, Arizona.

Kaye, Dr. 2011 (June 22). Lake Tahoe Tsunami, It’s Happened Before, It Will Happen Again. Available:
http://unofficialnetworks.com/tahoe-tsunami-26376/.

Koval, A. 1990. Historic resources review for Loop Road and redevelopment area for South Lake Tahoe, California. Ms. On file, Rainshadow Associates, Carson City. Nevada.

California Department of Education. Data Quest,
https://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/SearchName.asp?rbTimeFrame=oneyear&rYear=2022- 23&cName=lake+tahoe&Topic=Enrollment&Level=District&submit1=Submit accessed on 2/26/2024
STPUD. See South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District.
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South Tahoe Public Utility District. 2024. https://stpud.us/documents/ accessed on 2/26/2024.

TRPA. See Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. 1993. Lake Tahoe Scenic Resources Evaluation. Stateline, Nevada. _____ . 1993b (November). Stateline Community Plan: Design Standards and Guidelines. Stateline, Nevada
_____ . 1994 (June). Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan: Standards and Guidelines: Stateline, Nevada _____ . 2008. Regional Transportation Plan, Chapter 6: Conformity. Stateline, Nevada. _____ . 2012a (April 25). Regional Plan Update, Draft EIS. Stateline, Nevada. _____ . 2012b (October 24). Regional Plan Update Final EIS. Stateline, Nevada. _____ . 2012c (December 12). Code of Ordinances. Stateline, Nevada. _____ . 2012d (December 12) Regional Plan. Stateline, Nevada. _____ . 2012e (April). 2011 Threshold Evaluation, Draft. Stateline, Nevada. _____ . 2012f (October 24). Staff Summary to the TRPA/TMPO Governing Board and Advisory Planning Commission. Exhibit of Existing Development Statistics and Maps. Stateline, Nevada.

TMPO. See Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization.

Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. 2012 (April 25).

Mobility 2035: Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy, Draft EIR/EIS.

Stateline, Nevada.
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(State Clearinghouse #2024040504)
for the

TOURIST CORE AREA PLAN AMENDMENTS
Prepared for
City of South Lake Tahoe
1052 Tata Lane
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Prepared by
Hauge Brueck & Associates
www.haugebrueck.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 SUMMARY AND FINDINGS ......................................................................1

2.0 APPROVAL OF THE IS/ND.......................................................................2

3.0 RESPONSE TO COMMENTS....................................................................2 1096

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1.0 SUMMARY AND FINDINGS
Project: Tourist Core Area Plan Amendments
(SCH# 2024040504)
Lead Agency: City of South Lake Tahoe
Project Contact:

Questions or comments regarding this document may be addressed to:

John Hitchcock
City of South Lake Tahoe
1052 Tata Lane
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 542-7472
Email: [email protected]
Project Description:

This Initial Study (IS) has been prepared to address the potential environmental effects of the Tourist Core Area Plan (TVAP) Amendments, located in the City of South Lake Tahoe, California. An Initial Study is a preliminary environmental analysis that is used by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) lead agency as a basis for determining whether an EIR, a Mitigated Negative Declaration, or a Negative Declaration is required for a project under CEQA guidelines. The IS has been prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, Cal. Pub. Res. Code §21000 et seq. The City of South Lake Tahoe is the CEQA lead agency for this project. This IS evaluates the potential for the Area Plan Amendment to adversely affect the physical environment, and is an informational document that provides the City, other public agencies, interested parties and the public with an objective assessment of the potential environmental impacts that could result from project implementation.

The proposed project is an update to the Tourist Core Area Plan in which current goals, policies and implementation strategies for providing specific land use guidance within the plan’s boundary are contained. The proposed amendments would expand the Area Plan boundary to incorporate two parcels (APNs 029-352-010 and 029-371-016) that front Pioneer Trail, both developed with existing tourist accommodation uses. The addition of these parcels is intended to increase opportunity for redeveloping the sites (previously located in PAS 092). In addition to the boundary amendments, other changes to permissible land use, density, etc. are proposed as documented in IS Chapter 2. 1097

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Finding:

An Initial Study/Negative Declaration (IS/ND) has been prepared to assess the project’s potential effects on the environment and the significance of those effects. Based on the IS, it has been determined that the proposed project would not have significant effects on the natural environment. This conclusion is supported by the following findings:

1. The proposed project would have no effects, no impact, or less-than-significant impacts related to aesthetics, biological resources, cultural/archaeological/historical/tribal resources, agricultural and forest resources, mineral and natural resources, energy, air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, hydrology/water quality, hazards/hazardous materials, geology and soils, wildfire, land use and planning, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, transportation/traffic, utilities/service systems/energy resources and mandatory findings of significance.

2. Compliance with existing local, state, regional and/or federal regulations would reduce potential impacts to less than significant. Mitigation is not required to avoid or reduce potentially significant impacts.

2.0 APPROVAL OF THE IS/ND
Certification by Those Responsible for Preparation of this Document. The City of South Lake Tahoe has been responsible for the preparation of this negative declaration and the incorporated initial study. I believe this document meets the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, is an accurate description of the proposed project, and that the lead agency has the means and commitment to implement the regulatory compliance measures that will assure the project does not have any significant, adverse effects on the environment. I recommend approval of this document.

John Hitchcock, Planning Manager Date
City of South Lake Tahoe

3.0 RESPONSE TO COMMENTS
The Draft IS was circulated for public review and comment between April 11, 2024 and May 10, 2024. A Notice of Intent to adopt a Negative Declaration was sent to state agencies and persons and organizations expressing interest in the project. Copies of the Draft IS and supporting documents were available online on the City of South Lake Tahoe’s website.

No comments were received on the Draft IS.

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Adopted by South Lake City Council on October 15, 2013.

Adopted by Tahoe Regional Planning Agency on November 11, 2013.

Amended by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on June 18, 2024 Prepared by:

City of South Lake Tahoe

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Credits CREDITS
South Lake Tahoe City Council
Cody Bass, Mayor
John Friedrich, Mayor Pro Tem
Crist Creegan
Scott Robbins
Tamara Wallace
Tom Davis, Mayor
Hal Cole, Mayor Pro Tem
JoAnn Conner
Brooke Laine
Angela Swanson
South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission
Natalia Wieczorek, Chair
Gavin Feiger, Vice Chair
Seth Howard
Jackson Realo
Julia Lucksinger
Judy Brown
Joy Curry
Jason Drew
Patricia Hickson
Tamara Wallace
City of South Lake Tahoe
Joseph D. Irvin City Manager
Zachary Thomas, Director of Development Services
John Hitchcock, Planning Manager
Anna Kashuba, Senior Planner
Jessica Wackenhut Lomeli, Housing Manager
Katherine Moore, Assistant Planner Gretchen Schooleman, Assistant Planner Jason Burke, Complete Streets Program Manager
Emily V. Dougherty, Engineering Technician
Nancy Kerry, City Manager
Hilary Roverud, Development Services Director
Jim Marino, Assistant Public Works Director
Stan Hill, Engineer
Judy Finn, Associate Planner
Melinda Adams, Planning Technician
Lydia Zuniga, Commission Liaison
Eric Freelander, GIS Analyst
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Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
Julie Regan, Executive Director
Alyssa Bettinger, Senior Planner
Joanne Marchetta, Executive Director
John Hester, Planning Director
John Marshall, General Counsel
Arlo Stockham, Long Range Planning Manager
Paul Nielsen, Current Planning Manager
Morgan Beryl, Manager Lake Tahoe Sustainable Communities Program Shane Romsos, Science, Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator Brian Judge, Principal Planner
Shay Navarro, Senior Planner
Adam Lewandowski, Senior Planner
Karen Fink, Senior Planner
Keith Norberg, Senior Planner
Pat Dobbs, Associate Planner
Lief Larson, Associate Planner
Julie Roll, Associate Planner
Louis Cariola, Associate Environmental Specialist
Amy Fish, GIS Manager
Douglas County
Brandy McMahon, Senior Planner
Consultants
Martha Miller, Principal, Dyett and Bhatia
John Francis, Planner, Dyett and Bhatia
Steve Noll, Principal, Design Workshop
Eric Roverud, Associate, Design Workshop
Seana Doherty, Principal, Fresh Tacks Communications
James Johnson, Project Associate, Fresh Tracks Communications Rob Brueck, Hauge Brueck Associates
A special thanks to numerous individuals and organizations that have all played an important role in shaping the vision and delivering the contents of this Area Plan. The omission of those names here does not diminish the acknowledgement that each of them deserve.

Strategic Growth Council
“The work upon which this publication is based was funded in whole or in part through a grant awarded by the Strategic Growth Council.”

Disclaimer
“The statements and conclusions of this report are those of the GRANTEE and/or Subcontractor and not necessarily those of the Strategic Growth Council or of the Department of Conservation, or its employees. The Strategic Growth Council and the Department make no warranties, express or implied, and assume no liability for the information contained in the succeeding text.” 1102
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Ordinance 1060, October 14, 2013. City Council Adoption.

Ordinance 2013-08, November 20, 2012. TRPA Governing Board Adoption.

Ordinance 2014-2, January 14, 2014 City Council Amendments to Sections 1, 7, 10, Appendix C, and Figure 5-1:Zoning Map.

Resolution 2020-024, March 10, 2020 City Council Amendments to Appendix C and all Figures.

Ordinance 2020-03, April 22, 2020 TRPA Governing Board Amendments to Appendix C and all Figures.

Ordinance 2020-1147, September 8, 2020 City Council Adoption of the Tourist Core Area Plan/Specific Plan & Bijou/Al Tahoe
Community Plan Boundary Amendment
Ordinance 2020-04, October 28, 2020 TRPA Governing Board Adoption of the Tourist Core Area Plan/Specific Plan &
Bijou/Al Tahoe Community Plan Boundary
Amendment
Ordinance 2021-1158, November 16, 2022 City Council Adoption of Amendments to Table 1: Permissible Uses by Zoning District
Ordinance 2022-02, February 23, 2022 2023 TRPA Governing Board Adoption to Table 1:

Permissible Uses by Zoning District
Resolution 2024-XXC, June 18, 2024 City Council Adoption of Amendments to the Tourist Core Area Plan
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Section 1

INTRODUCTION
The Tourist Core Area Plan (Area Plan) defines a vision for the future of the area of the City that has previously been guided by the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan. This is an area of special attention in the Tahoe Basin for a number of reasons. It is the center of tourist services and recreation access, spanningadjacent to the Nevada and California Stateline and has traditionally been the area with the highest concentration of services and density. The Tourist Core is located within the City of South Lake Tahoe and is centered on US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard from Fairway Avenue to the California and Nevada Stateline (Figure 1-1). In order to be responsive to the unique needs and opportunities of the Region and local communities, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) 2012 Regional Plan encourages and authorizes local jurisdictions to develop and adopt individual Area Plans that provide more specific development objectives and standards that are adapted to the needs of the specified area.

This Area Plan provides more detailed direction than the City of South Lake Tahoe’s General Plan and TRPA’s 2012 Regional Plan. It addresses land use regulations, development and design standards, transportation, recreation, public services and environmental improvements for the area. It encourages general improvement and enhancement for the built environment. This Area Plan provides a framework that will change the existing conditions into opportunities for redevelopment with a focus on achieving on the ground environmental improvements consistent with the City’s General Plan and environmental thresholds goals of the 2012 Regional Plan.

1.1 PLAN PREPARATION
This Area Plan was prepared by the City of South Lake Tahoe in collaboration with TRPA to implement the City’s General Plan and TRPA’s 2012 Regional Plan. The Tourist Core Area Plan is developed on the foundation of the existing adopted Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan and incorporates other planning efforts such as the South Shore Vision Plan.

The South Shore Vision Plan was initiated in September, 2011 with the formation of an advisory group to help guide development of a vision plan for the south shore’s major tourist destination area. The advisory group included representatives of the South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR), regional planning agencies, local governments, and property owners along the US Highway 50 corridor. A joint public workshop between the City Council and the Douglas County Commissioners was held on November 4, 2011 to take public comments on the Vision Plan.

Advisory group meetings were facilitated by the consulting firm Design Workshop which consolidated all the input provided by the representatives into the South Shore Vision Plan. The Vision Plan identifies a vision for the primary tourist destination area in the region and recommends key strategies to encourage redevelopment to achieve environmental, physical and economic improvements.
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1.2 ORGANIZATION OF AREA PLAN
All of the land within the Lake Tahoe Basin falls under the jurisdiction of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA). This includes all the land within the local jurisdiction of the City of South Lake Tahoe. Local jurisdictions are permitted to develop, adopt, and implement regulations so long as they are consistent with the TRPA’s 2012 Regional Plan. The 2030 South Lake Tahoe General Plan is the City's primary policy document guiding land use, transportation, infrastructure, community design, environmental, and other decisions in a manner consistent with the planning statues for the State of California. The Tourist Core Area Plan is designed to supplement the City’s General Plan by designating zoning districts and providing specific guidance for the area. Therefore, this plan supports the goals and policies outlined in the 2030 South Lake Tahoe General Plan as well as the TRPA 2012 Regional Plan.

Policies and regulations in the TRPA Code of Ordinances apply to all development within the Tahoe Region. In some cases, the regulations, such as parking, design, and lighting standards adopted in the Area Plan will supersede the regulations in the TRPA Code of Ordinances. If compliant with this Area Plan, proposed projects will be reviewed and approved by the City of South Lake Tahoe pursuant to the provisions of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with TRPA. However, projects determined to be of regional concern will require TRPA review and approval. Projects meeting any of the following criteria will require approval by the TRPA Governing Board or Hearings Officer:
 Located within the Shorezone of Lake Tahoe
 Located within a Resort Recreation District
 Located within the Conservation District
 Any new building floor area meeting the criteria in the following table:

THRESHOLDS FOR GOVERNING BOARD REVIEW OF PROJECTS IN CENTERS Regional Center Town Center Not in Center
Residential ≥100,000 sq. ft ≥50,000 sq. ft. ≥25,000 sq. ft.

Non-residentialOther ≥80,000 sq. ft. ≥40,000 sq. ft. ≥12,500 sq. ft.

All projects permitted by the City of South Lake Tahoe under the MOU are appealable to the TRPA Governing Board. Specifically, the TRPA Code of Ordinances allows final decisions on projects delegated to a lead agency to be appealed to the TRPA by any “aggrieved person”.

Furthermore, TRPA requires quarterly monitoring and annual review of an approved Area Plan.

On at least a quarterly basis, the City is required to submit copies of building permits issued under the MOU to TRPA for review. At a minimum the permits shall contain and make clear the necessary development information that TRPA needs to measure compliance with the terms of the Area Plan, such as additional land coverage, commercial floor area, residential units, or tourist accommodation units. Annual review and recertification of the Area Plan is conducted by TRPA and is based on TRPA review of a sample of development permits issued within the Area Plan boundaries. TRPA must certify that permits are issued in conformance with the Area Plan and implementing ordinances. Based on the annual review, TRPA may take one of the following actions: 1) recertify the Area Plan; 2) recertify the Area Plan with conditions; or, 3) revoke all or part of the MOU for non-compliance.
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1.3 PLAN ADOPTION
The Tourist Core Area Plan was adopted by the South Lake Tahoe City Council on October 14, 2013 and by the TRPA Governing Board on November 11, 2013. The Area Plan was amended on January 14, 2014 to incorporate amendments requested by the TRPA Governing Board.

This Tourist Core Area Plan supersedes the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan for the purposes of land use regulation for both the agencies and will provide management direction for all projects proposed within the Plan’s boundaries.
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US Highway 50 - Lake Tahoe Blvd.

US Highway 50
State Route 89
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Tourist Core Area Plan Location Map
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LEGAL AUTHORITY AND REGULATORY

SETTING
The City of South Lake Tahoe plans and regulates within the policy and regulatory framework of both the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the State of California. This section describes the policy and regulatory framework that pertains to the Tourist Core Area Plan and its relationship to TRPA’s 2012 Regional Plan, the City’s General Plan and other relevant plans.

The purpose of the Tourist Core Area Plan is to define land use guidelines for planning decisions.

The Tourist Core Area Plan presents principles, goals, policies and implementation strategies designed to encourage redevelopment, create a vibrant walkable pedestrian pedestrian-oriented community and provide for environmental improvements. The Area Plan is used by the Community City staff, the City Planning Commission, and the City Council to review specific development proposals in the Tourist Core. The Plan also provides direction to property owners, community groups, and interested individuals in formulating and review of development and redevelopment projects.

The Tourist Core Area Plan,, once adopted, will is become a part of TRPA’s 2012 Regional Plan and the City of South Lake Tahoe General Plan. It will replaced the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan. which has been adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe and TRPA and currently provides guidance for land use decisions in the area.

2.1 TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY
2012 TRPA REGIONAL PLAN
In December 2012, the TRPA Governing Board adopted an updated Regional Plan. The TRPA Regional Plan Goals and Policies serve as a guide for all future land use decisions within the Lake Tahoe Region. Priorities of the updated Regional Plan that apply to this Area Plan include:
 Accelerating water quality restoration and other Threshold gains by supporting environmental redevelopment opportunities, restoration of disturbed lands and Environmental Improvement Program (EIP) investments.
 Transitioning to more permitting by local governments to create “one-stop-shopping” for homeowner improvements in order to return TRPA to the more regional role that the Compact originally intended.
 Creating walkable communities and increasing alternative transportation options.

Important policies addressed in the 2012 Regional Plan include:
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 Encouraging property owners to transfer development rights from sensitive or outlying areas to Town Centers with the goal of restoring these lands.  Eliminating regulatory barriers to the environmental redevelopment of rundown buildings.  Simplifying burdensome regulations for homeowners while achieving threshold gain.  Integrating with the TRPA Regional Transportation Plan to support sidewalk and bike trail projects that reduce automobile dependency and increase walkability and safety.  Continuing to deliver restoration projects under the EIP that achieve erosion control on roadways and restore forests and wetlands.

TRPA’s Regional Plan Conceptual Land Use Map classifies the Tourist Core as Tourist and designates the area with two Overlay Districts: Town Center and Regional Center. The Tourist Core is also assigned a special designation as a receiving area for the transfer of development rights for existing development and multi-residential units, a scenic restoration area, and a preferred affordable housing area.

TRPA’s Regional Conceptual Land Use Map is depicted in Figure 2-1.

The following description identifies the intention and purpose of TRPA’s land use classification, overlay districts and special designations:

Tourist: Are urban areas that have the potential to provide intensive tourist accommodations and services or intensive recreation. These lands include areas that are:
 Already developed with high concentrations of visitor services, visitor accommodations, and related uses;
 Of good to moderate land capability (land capability districts 4-7);  With existing excess land coverage; and,
 Located near commercial services, employment centers, public services and facilities, transit facilities, pedestrian paths, and bicycle connections.

Town Center Overlay Districts: As aAreas that contain most of the region’s non- residential services. Town Centers are targeted for redevelopment in a manner that improves environmental conditions, creates a more sustainable and less auto-dependent development patternpattern, and provides economic opportunities in the region. This district functions as a pedestrian- and transit - oriented , mixed-use activity center that encourages a mix of uses that promotes convenience, economic vitality, and a pleasant quality of life and improved access to a greater range of facilities and services for surrounding residential neighborhoods and visiting tourists.

Regional Center Overlay Districts: Areas that includes a variety of land uses in the core of South Lake Tahoe, including the gondola and base lodge facilities for Heavenly Mountain Resort.

Development patterns in the Regional Center have been, and should continue to be, more intensive than Town Centers and less intensive than the High Density Tourist District Overlay District (located in Stateline, NV). The Regional Center is targeted for redevelopment in a manner that improves environmental conditions, creates a more sustainable and less auto-dependent 1109
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Transfer of Development Rights Receiving Areas: Indicates areas that are eligible to receive the transfer of existing residential, tourist and commercial uses and potential residential units of use pursuant to Chapter 51 of the TRPA Code of Ordinances. Receiving Areas designated for Existing Development are eligible to receive the transfer of existing uses that are permissible uses in the Tourist Core. Receiving Areas designated for Multi-Residential Units are eligible to receive the transfer of potential residential units of use and parcels within this designation area are eligible to receive one or more development right.

Scenic Restoration Area: Indicates one or more highway units or shoreline units in the Tourist Core that are not in compliance with the Scenic Threshold rating and that this area is therefore subject to the scenic quality provisions of Chapter 66: Scenic Quality of the TRPA Code of Ordinances.

Preferred Affordable Housing Areas: Areas with the preferred affordable housing designation are eligible for subdivision of post-1997 residential projects pursuant to TRPA Code of Ordinances subparagraph 39.2.5.F

AREA PLANS
The 2012 TRPA Regional Plan and TRPA Code of Ordinances, Chapter 13, Area Plans, include new provisions that allow for local, state, and federal agencies, in coordination with TRPA staff, to prepare coordinated Area Plans for the implementation of land use goals, policies, and ordinances. The Area Plans, which must include implementing ordinances and zoning designations, are required to be consistent with the 2012 Regional Plan. Once an Area Plan has been found in conformance with 2012 Regional Plan, local, state, or federal agencies may assume development review authority by Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with TRPA.

Chapter 13 of the TRPA Code of Ordinances defines the required content of Area Plans and establishes that Area Plans may be approved by TRPA if they contain policies and development standards that are consistent with and further the goals and policies of the 2012 Regional Plan.

With an adopted, conforming Area Plan, local governments can opt to take over limited permitting authority from TRPA. Upon adoption, the provisions of the Area Plan supersede the underlying Plan Area Statements or Community Plans. Chapter 13 requires that the Area Plan incorporate minimum development and community design standards consistent with Chapter 13. For TRPA to make a general finding of conformance, the Area Plan shall, at a minimum address, and incorporate the following:
 Identify all zoning designations;
 Be consistent with the Regional Plan growth management system;  Demonstrate consistency with the Regional Plan Conceptual Land Use Map;  Recognize and support planned, new or enhanced Environmental Improvement Projects;  Promote environmentally beneficial redevelopment and revitalization within centers;  Preserve the character of established residential areas outside off a center;  Protect and direct development away from Stream Environment Zones; 1110
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 Where applicable TRPA will use the local governments load reduction plans for registered catchments as the default water quality standards.

In addition, for Area Plans that include designated Town Centers or a Regional Center the following provisions must be covered in the Area Plan:
 Include building and site design standards that reflect the unique character off each area;  Include policies and strategies to promote walking, bicycling, transit use and shared parking;
 Address the form of development that promotes pedestrian activity and transit use.  Ensure adequate capacity for redevelopment;
 Identify an integrated community strategy for coverage reduction and enhanced storm water management; and
 Provide scenic resourcefor threshold gain.

2.2 STATE OF CALIFORNIA
In addition to the TRPA requirements, the Tourist Core Area Plan is designed to meet the California requirements related to specific plans.

California State law requires every city and county in California to prepare a comprehensive, long-term general plan for the physical development of the county or city, and any land outside its boundaries which bears relation to its planning. The general plan acts as a constitution for future development, and expresses the community’s development goals and policies relative to the distribution of future land uses, both public and private. Government Code Section 65302 requires that the general plan address, at a minimum, the following seven topics or elements to the extent they are relevant to the community:
 Land Use
 Circulation
 Housing
 Conservation
 Open Space
 Noise
 Safety
Through State law and code, the general plan must be implemented consistently through zoning, subdivision approvals, specific plans, public works projects, redevelopment plans, and many other implementation programs.

Under California State law, cities and counties may adopt specific plans for the “systematic implementation of the general plan” (Government Code Section 65450 et. Seq.). The law requires the following:
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 The distribution, location, and extent of the uses of land, including open space, within the area covered by the plan.
 The proposed distribution, location, and extent and intensity of major components of public and private transportation, sewage, water, drainage, solid waste, disposal, energy, and other essential facilities proposed to be located within the area covered by the plan and needed to support the land uses described in the plan.
 Standards and criteria by which development will proceed, and standards for the conservation, development, and utilization of natural resources, where applicable.
 A program of implementation measures including regulations, programs, public works projects, and financing measures necessary to carry out the above bullets.  The specific plan shall include a statement of the relationship of the specific plan to the general plan.

California Government Code Section 65452 provides that the specific plan may address any other subjects which in the judgment of the planning agency are necessary or desirable for the implementation of the general plan.

The Tourist Core Area Plan was prepared to be consistent with the requirements of a specific plan under California State law and and implements development goals and policies by establishing zoning districts, standards and criteria for development and sets the distribution, location and extents of planned land uses consistent with the adopted City General Plan.

2.3 CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
In 1999, the City of South Lake Tahoe adopted a General Plan under the requirements of California Planning Law. In conjunction with that adoption, the City adopted TRPA’s system of Plan Area Statements and Community Plans in lieu of its previous traditional zoning system. The action eliminated inconsistencies between the City’s and TRPA’s land use plans. Subsequently, the City adopted three of four anticipated community plans including the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan in March 1994. The Community Plan provides land use and development guidance to the Stateline/Ski Run Area.

In 2011, the City of South Lake Tahoe updated its General Plan and amended its Land Use Element to include a policy that directs the City to periodically update and implement the three four adopted Community Plans (Stateline/Ski Run, Bijou/Al Tahoe, South Y Industrial, and Tahoe Valley) within the City’s jurisdiction as a way to focus development commodities and revitalization efforts (see Policy LU-2.2, City of South Lake Tahoe General Plan, May 17, 2011).

The adoption of the Tourist Core Area Plan in 2013 meets the directive of LU-2.2 of the City’s General Plan and the requirements of TRPA’s Regional Plan The Tourist Core Area Plan replaced the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan and provide future land use and development guidance.

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The City’s General Land Use Diagram is depicted in Figure 2-2.

The overall purpose of the Tourist Center is to:
 Provide for the orderly, well-planned, and balanced growth of the Tourist Center and support the area’s role as an important regional commercial, tourist destination, and recreation, and residential center that provides full services and gathering places for visitors and residents.
 Promote the Tourist Center as a pedestrian- and transit-oriented, mixed-use activity center and a gateway to for outdoor tourism and recreational destination and expand its role as an economic center for South Lake Tahoe.
 Encourage a mix of uses that promotes promote convenience, economic vitality, and a pleasant quality of life and improve access to a greater range of facilities and services for visitors and surrounding residential neighborhoods.
 Establish development and design standards that improve the pedestrian- and transitorientation and visually quality of developments and to create a unified, distinctive, and attractive character along mixed-use streets.

Sustainability Plan
The City of South Lake Tahoe adopted policies for sustainable development and “green” buildings in the Land Use Element of the General Plan. The policies call for creating a sustainable and energy-efficient built environment as a key vision of the City of South Lake Tahoe. The policies provide direction on the use of “green” building technology, energy efficiency, and strategies to achieve sustainable development practices.

The City has implemented specific strategies including providing streamlined permitting to encourage “green” building practices and instituting a plastic bag ban for grocery stores, food vendors, and retail establishments.

Climate Action Plan
The City adopted a Climate Action Plan (CAP) in 2020, setting carbon pollution goals for 2030 and 2040. 2030 has been identified as a key milestone year to achieve significant carbon pollution reductions to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. On June 21, 2022, the City officially adopted a science-based carbon pollution target, refining the originally estimated target established in Resolution 2017-026. This target establishes a reduction target of 59.2% from the 2018 baseline levels and aligns with the City's commitment to carbon pollution reduction and renewable energy goals. The CAP outlines a framework consisting of five overarching strategies, each encompassing specific actions. These strategies are categorized as follows: transportation, land use, water and solid waste, carbon sequestration and watershed health, and building energy. Under each strategy, a set of actions is identified to guide the City's efforts in addressing climate change and promoting sustainability. The Tahoe Valley Area Plan incorporates policy and land use direction to advance CAP strategies improve public transit, increase the use of electric vehicles, increase walking and biking, encourage high-density mixed-use neighborhoods close to public transit, improve energy efficiency of buildings, reduce wildfire risk, and protect watersheds.
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When Measure T was passed in 2018, the Tourist Core Area Plan became one of the limited areas in South Lake Tahoe where vacation home rentals were are allowed. This exception, however, only applies to single-family residential properties within the Area Plan as of 2017. Any areas added to the plan area through subsequent amendments are not eligible for vacation home rental permits. Additional restrictions to eligibility for a Vacation Home Rental permit are included in Appendix C.

Standards and Guidelines
The City of South Lake Tahoe and TRPA have jointly adopted Standards and Guidelines that include citywide design standards, guidelines, and specific design standards for the three previously adopted Community Plans.

The citywide design standards and guidelines, as well as specific design standards tailored towards the Area Plan are incorporated in the Tahoe Valley Area Plan and will provide design guidance for the plan area.

Smart Growth Principles
In August 2005, the South Lake Tahoe City Council endorsed a set of Smart Growth Principles for possible inclusion in the City General Plan for South Lake Tahoe. These principles are organized under the following headings:
 Land Use
 Transportation
 Community Livability
 Governance
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State Boundary
City Limits
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TRPA Land Use Classification
TRPA Special Designations (Inset Map)
Wilderness
Backcountry
Conservation
Recreation
Resort Recreation
Residential
Mixed-Use
Tourist
Town Center Overlay
Regional Center Overlay
0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1
Source: TRPA Regional Plan.

Miles I

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CALIFORNIA (El Dorado Co.)
NEVADA (Douglas Co.)
50 50
89 Al Tahoe Blvd.

Pioneer Trail
Ski Run Blvd.

Tahoe Keys Blvd.

Sierra Blvd.

Johnson Blvd.

Figure 2-1
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State Boundary
City Limits
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General Plan Land Use Category
Conservation
Recreation
Low Density Residential
High Density Residential
Neighborhood Center
Town Center
Tourist Center
Special District
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Source: City of South Lake General Plan
Miles I
NEVADA

CALIFORNIA
Douglas Co.

LAKE TAHOE El Dorado Co.
50 50
Al Tahoe Blvd.

Ski Run Blvd.

Tahoe Keys Blvd.
89 Sierra Blvd.

Pioneer Tr.

Johnson Blvd.
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
This section describes the existing physical conditions within the Tourist Core, both natural and man-made. The conditions summarized in this section act as opportunities or constraints (or sometimes both) to development, redevelopment, and conservation of resources within the Tourist Core.

3. 1 CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND
The South Shore Area has long served as the primary destination for visitors to Lake Tahoe. The area's development began to gather momentum beginning in the 1950’s and now includes a number of land uses that serve tourists and permanent residents in the region. The area contains the US Highway 50 corridor which is the major access route and the principal entry to many properties and businesses in the Tourist Core. Although this Area Plan specifically focuses on properties within the boundary of the City of South Lake Tahoe, the nature of the Area Plan boundary necessitated a collaborative planning effort involving the active participation of Douglas County, Nevada, the City of South Lake Tahoe, California, Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), California Department of Transportation (CalTrans), Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), as well as dozens of affected private property owners and business organizations. In Douglas County, the primary structures are the resort casinos that each occupy significant land parcels and house gaming, entertainment and the bulk of the hotel rooms in the area. Historically, these resorts have been the driving economic force for the area. The majority of investments and attractions have been contained within these resorts. In the last decade, redevelopment in the City of South Lake Tahoe has included significant new accommodations and commercial areas, as well as the Heavenly Gondola connecting the ski area to the accommodations base.

Redevelopment has included the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel ( formerly Embassy Suites), Heavenly Village, Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort and the Ski Run Marina Site, all of which have been welcome investments and proof of South Shore’s viability as a tourist destination.

3. 2 TRENDS AND ISSUES
The Tourist Core Area Plan is influenced by the surrounding context and features that influence land use decisions within the plan area. The adjacent areas are not considered to be isolated, but rather planning for the Tourist Core respects that these influences exist outside the Area Plan boundary. There have been significant, on-going changes that have influenced the attractiveness of this portion of Lake Tahoe. However, there is a widespread feeling that the majority of the facilities are outdated. The physical environment is in need of upgrades to make the area more attractive as a central destination. Shifts in the gaming locations available in California and Nevada have created a downward trend in revenues, employment and opportunities to attract the traditional market to the South Shore. As a result of these shifting travel patterns, deteriorating 1117
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economic conditions and community efforts to envision a new future, a new community vision was created in 2012. The South Shore Vision PlanTourist Core Area Plan illustrates the possibilities for redevelopment with a new program of uses and the potential to reconstruct the highway and transportation systems. The Tourist Core Area Plan is premised on the idea that needed redevelopment is possible and that a transformation will result from the new land use and transportation policies established herein.

3. 3 EXISTING CONDITIONS

LAND USE
Land Use: The Tourist Core stretches approximately two miles along US Highway 50 extending from Fairway Drive to the California and Nevada state line and along Ski Run Boulevard from Lake Tahoe to Pioneer Trail (see Figure 1-1). This area functions as the primary visitor and tourist district in the south South shore Shore and provides direct access to recreation opportunities such as Heavenly Ski Resort, Edgewood Gold Golf Course, Ski Run Marina, Lakeside Marina and Van Sickle Bi-State Park. The Tourist Core is approximately 282 305.2 acres in size (232 246.2 acres excluding roadway infrastructure) and the land use pattern varies, although the predominant theme of the land uses are tourist tourist-related, with a large number of motels, hotels, restaurants, and tourist tourist-oriented retail shops (Figure 3-1). Table 3-1 provides a breakdown of land use by land use category.

TABLE 3-1: EXISTING LAND USES
Land Use Acres Percent of Acreage
Vacant Public 1.5 0.5%
Vacant Private 26.928.5 9.59.3%
Open Space 14.414.5 5.14.8%
Recreation 3.2 1.11.0%
Public Service 1.7 0.6%
Quasi-Public Service 0.3 0.1%
Residential 38.441.4 13.6%
Commercial 38.642.7 13.714.0%
Tourist 100.5112.4 35.536.8%
Transportation Routes 57.359.0 20.319.3%
TOTAL 282.8305.2 100.0%
Source: El Dorado County Assessor’s Parcel Data, 2013 2023 & TRPA City of South Lake Tahoe GIS, 20132023 Excluding the transportation routes, 64.666.1% of the parcels are developed, 10.09.8% remain vacant and the remaining 5.14.8% are dedicated to open space. Of the remaining 34 13 vacant parcels in the Tourist Core, 30 11 parcels are held in private ownership, 1 is publicly owned by the City of South Lake Tahoe, and 3 2 are owned by the South Lake Tahoe Redevelopment Successor AgencyCity of South Lake Tahoe. The vacant parcels are generally scattered throughout the Tourist Core with a concentration of vacant parcels located adjacent to the Van Sickle Bi-State Park as shown in Figure 3-1.

The Tourist Core has two major commercial/tourist centers: the area centered on Heavenly Village/Crescent V Shopping Center adjacent to Stateline, Nevada and the area centered on the intersection of US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard, running from Ski Run Marina to Pioneer Trail. The Heavenly Village area is a mixed-use development that provides tourist accommodation, retail, entertainment and restaurants set in a pedestrian and walkable environment. The Ski Run Boulevard area provides a more traditional commercial/tourist land use 1118
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setting running the length of Ski Run Boulevard that can be accessed via a Class I shared shared-use, Class I bike path.

Existing uses in the Tourist Core occupy structures ranging in height, age and physical conditions, from units built in the 50s and 60s to some of the newest buildings in the south shoreSouth Shore and from single story structures to 6 to 8-story tourist accommodation facilities.

Many of the newer structures are the result of the former South Lake Tahoe Redevelopment Agency’s partnership with private developers to implement the City’s Redevelopment Plan.

Redevelopment in the area included the construction of tourist, commercial and retail facilities, pedestrian and transit facilities, and water quality improvements in the late 1990’s and early 2000s. Projects constructed include the Embassy Suites (now known as Lake Tahoe Resort), Lake Tahoe Vacation Resorts, Heavenly Village, Heavenly Gondola, Stateline Transit Center, Crescent V Shopping Center and the Wildwood Basin Water Quality Improvement Project. In addition, the area has also experienced private redevelopment efforts, that include the redevelopment of the Ski Run Center, Valero Gas Station, Ski Run Marina Shops, Holiday Inn Express and Applebee’s Restaurant. All these redevelopment efforts have been identified in TRPA’s Threshold Evaluations as positively contributing to scenic, community design and water quality improvements (TRPA, 2011).

Commercial Floor Area: Within the Tourist Core, there is approximately 424,316777,000 square feet of existing commercial floor area. The Stateline/Ski Run Community was allocated 45,000 square feet of additional commercial floor area upon adoption of the community plan. The majority of thatAll of the commercial floor area has been assigned to constructed or permitted projects. Currently, 8,662 square feet remains.

NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION
Soils, Land Capability and Stream Environment Zones (SEZs): In preparing the 1994 Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan, TRPA staff updated the mapped land capability districts for portions of the community plan and remapped the SEZ boundaries. The TRPA’s official land capability map for this area is reflected in Exhibit 7 of the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan which is depicted in Figure 3-2. Table 3-2 below provides a breakdown by acreage of the mapped land capability districts.

TABLE 3-2: EXISTING LAND CAPABILITY
Capability Acres Percent
1A 1.4 0.5
1B (SEZ) 88.8105 31.434.4
3 7.46.9 2.62.3
4 6.06.7 2.12.2
5 94.997.1 33.531.8
7 84.388.1 29.828.9
Total 282.8305.2 100.0
Source: Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan, 1994. TRPA & City GIS, 20132023.

Approximately 3435% of the Tourist Core is located in sensitive lands (LC Land Capability 1-3) with the majority of lands classified as SEZ (31. 434.4%). SEZ lands are located throughout the Tourist Core and are mostly covered by existing development except for areas that have been restored. The remainder of the Tourist Core is classified primarily as Land Capability Class 5 and 7 with some pockets of Class 4 lands.
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As noted above in Table 3-32, SEZs account for 31.434.4 percent (88.8 105 acres) of land within the Tourist Core. The Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan noted the extensive disturbance of SEZs in the Tourist Core and identified SEZ restoration opportunities. The following water quality improvement projects have been implemented and resulted in approximately 4.7 acres of SEZ restored in the Tourist Core:
 Ski Run Erosion Control Project: Constructed a 3.3 acre artificial wetlands on the north side of US Highway 50 across from the Wildwood Basins.
 Osgood SEZ Restoration: Adjacent to the Osgood Basins, existing structures and hard coverage was removed and 1.2 acres of SEZ was restored.

Figure 3-5 depicts locations of SEZ restoration projects within the Tourist Core and its vicinity.

Land Coverage: An analysis of TRPA’s LiDAR impervious coverage data estimates land coverage in the Tourist Core at approximately 6062.1% (169 189.6 acres) for hard coverage and

21.6% (5 4.9 acres) for soft coverage (Table 3-3). Coverage at the parcel level ranges from vacant parcels with no coverage to parcels that are 100% covered. On average, parcels with existing development are approximately 72% covered. See Figure 3-3 for areas of existing coverage.

TABLE 3-3: IMPERVIOUS LAND COVERAGE
Coverage Roads TrailsPaths/
Sidewalks Buildings Other Total Impervious
Total
Area
Total
Impervious
Percent
Hard 31.
333.7 5. 6 48. 653.0 83. 697.3 169. 1189.6
282.
8305.2

59. 862.1%
Soft - 0. 4 - 4. 5 4. 9 1. 71.6%
Total 31.
333.7 6. 0 48. 653.0 89. 1101.8 174. 0194.5 61. 563.7%
Percent 11.
111.0% 2. 11.9% 17. 217.3% 31. 233.3% 61. 563.7%
Source: TRPA GIS LiDAR, 2010.

The Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan noted numerous opportunities to mitigate excess land coverage within the area. Since 1994 over 1,107,900 square feet of hard coverage has been removed. Examples include:
 Park Avenue Redevelopment Project (Heavenly Village, Raley’s Center and US Highway 50 Pedestrian Improvement Project) resulted in over 356,500 square feet of coverage removed to create open space and landscaping features.
 Redevelopment Project Area #1 (former Embassy Suites, Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort, formerly Embassy Suites at Ski Run Boulevard, Marina Village, McDonalds, and Valero Gas Station, now Chevron) resulted in 388,000 square feet of coverage reduction by removing older commercial/tourist buildings to create open space and landscaping features.
 Ski Run Boulevard Improvement Project reduced the overall width of Ski Run Boulevard and installed landscaping features.
 The Colony Inn, which was located in SEZ lands by the intersection of Montreal Road and Heavenly Village Way was demolished and 64,800 square feet of land coverage was removed and banked, and the site stabilized. The existing tourist accommodation units removed from the site are proposed for transfer to the Boulder Bay Project in North 1120
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Stateline. A condition of the Boulder Bay permit requires that the property disturbed SEZ be restored to a functioning SEZ prior to the units being transferred. The restoration plan was approved by TRPA in 2015, and a deed restriction was recorded in 2016, documenting the transfer of the tourist accommodation units and the restoration of the SEZ. Subsequently, it was determined that the restoration effort was not successful. In 2023, the property owners submitted a revised stream environment zone plan to TRPA to modify and enhance the stream environment zone to ensure functionality as required by the TRPA permit condition.
 Slalom Inn located on Ski Run Boulevard was demolished; the site was returned to its natural state and 20,435 square feet of coverage was removed and transferred.  Wildwood and Fern Water Quality Improvement Projects resulted in the removal of existing commercial/tourist buildings and 202,500 square feet of hard coverage from SEZ lands to construct retention basins to treat stormwater runoff. The tourist accommodation units that were formerly sited on the Wildwood parcels were transferred to Redevelopment Project No. 1.
 Osgood SEZ Restoration resulted in removal of existing residential structures and 50,900 square feet of land coverage from SEZ lands.

Of the total land coverage removed approximately 318,200 square feet or 7.3 acres came from SEZ lands. Figure 3-4 depicts major public and private projects that have resulted in the removal of existing hard coverage within the Tourist Core and its vicinity.

Water Quality
Best Management Practices (BMPs): Every property within the Tourist Core Area Plan boundary is subject to the requirements of TRPA Code of Ordinances, Chapter 60: , Water Quality, which requires implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce storm water runoff, minimize soil erosion and capture polluted water before it enters Lake Tahoe. The TRPA Code requires all property owners to infiltrate the volume of a 20-year/1 hour storm on their property or meet alternative standards in instances where special circumstances limit infiltration.

All projects permitted by the City under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with TRPA are reviewed for compliance with Chapter 60. In some cases, the City has entered into agreements with private property owners to treat runoff in the City’s area-wide stormwater systems. For example, stormwater from Heavenly Village and Crescent V Shopping Center is conveyed and treated in the City’s Park Avenue basins.

According to TRPA’s BMP database the Tourist Core Area Plan has a 44% BMP compliance rate for BMP certification. Based on TRPA’s BMP database a total of 291 out of 664 parcels have been issued their Certificate of Compliance from TRPA. However, it should be noted that the BMP compliance rate is based on issuance of a BMP certificate and not on actual BMP installation which is a permit requirement for all project approvals. Within the Tourist Core there are parcels that have BMPs installed but have not been issued a Certificates of Compliance.

These parcels include Heavenly Village, Crescent V, Embassy Suites, Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort, and the Valero gas station (now Chevron gas station).

Currently, TRPA is focusing its compliance efforts on commercial and multi-family projects in watersheds that are connected to the lake, or in catchments that have planned environmental improvement projects, or capital improvement projects proposed. Because of Caltrans’ on-going water quality improvement project along US Highway 50 within the City of South Lake Tahoe, TRPA has not focused their compliance efforts along the US Highway 50 corridor. TRPA did send sent Notices of Failure to implement BMPs to commercial properties along the US 50 corridor that 1121
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do not have Certificates of Compliance or active permits on file. Although the majority of the properties that were notified are located outside the area plan boundary, 20 properties within the area plan boundary did receive notices. An analysis of the notified properties indicate that some parcels have BMPs installed but have not requested a Certificate of Compliance. In other instances, properties are on hold in order to participate in an the Bijou Commercial Core Erosion Control Project area-wide treatment system such as the Bijou Commercial Core Erosion Control Project.

Storm Water Drainage: Caltrans and the City are responsible for reducing erosion and storm water runoff from roads under their jurisdiction. This includes installing curbs, gutters, rock-lined channels, bio-swales, infiltration basins and other improvements that capture runoff from developed areas. The Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan called for implementation of an areawide solution with construction of a series of detention basins and wetlands, interconnected by pipes and stream channels. This area-wide solution was implemented with the construction of the Park Avenue Redevelopment Project (Heavenly Village and Crescent V Shopping Center) and is further described below. Within the Tourist Core the following water quality improvement projects have been constructed:
 Stateline Water Quality Improvement Project: This project collects and treats drainage from Pine Avenue to Stateline Avenue to Van Sickle Road to Park Avenue. In addition, this system collects “clean” stormwater runoff from the area easterly east (mountain side) of Montreal Road and directs it to the North Ditch. It consists of curb and gutter, drainage conveyance systems, retention basins and revegetation.
 Park Avenue Redevelopment Project: Is This project is a completely separate “urban storm water collection and conveyance system” that collects runoff from Heavenly Village and Crescent V Shopping Center and is treated by the Stateline Water Quality Improvement Project described above.
 Ski Run Blvd Boulevard/Osgood Drainage Basin Water Quality Improvement Project:

This project collects and treats drainage from Ski Run Boulevard. It consists of curbs, gutters, drop inlets, and drainage pipes that convey storm water to the Osgood Basin for treatment prior to being released into the Ski Run Marina.  Rocky Point 1-4: This project collects and treats drainage from the road right-of-way in the vicinity of Pioneer Trail and US Highway 50 and the residential neighborhood adjacent to the Tourist Core.
 US Highway 50 Water Quality Improvement Project: This project collects and treats water along US Highway 50 within the Caltrans right-of-way beginning at Al Tahoe Boulevard to 1000 feet west of the intersection of US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard. It consists of curb, gutters, drainage conveyance, ADA compliant pedestrian sidewalks, Class II bike lanes and pedestrian street lighting.

Figure 3-5 depicts completed water quality improvement projects within the Tourist Core and its vicinity.

Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL): The TMDL program is a requirement of the Federal Clean Water Act. The program is designed to protect Lake Tahoe, an Outstanding Natural Resource Water, from certain pollutants of concern, including fine sediments, phosphorus and nitrogen.

Through the Lake Tahoe TMDL, the Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board (Lahontan) established five-year load reduction targets to assess each jurisdiction’s progress towards meeting overall load reduction goals. Load reduction targets for Fine Sediment Particles (FSP), Total Phosphorus (TP), and Total Nitrogen (TN) have been established based on attainment of California’s Lake Tahoe transparency standard (~ 97 feet) over an estimated 65-year 1122
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implementation period. To meet the requirements of the TMDL Program, each jurisdiction holding a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit is required to reduce their its baseline pollutant load by the following amounts shown in Table 3-4.

TABLE 3-4: LOAD REDUCTION TARGETS FOR THE TAHOE TMDL
Pollutant 5-Year
Milestone 2016
10-Year
Milestone
20122021
15-Year
Milestone 2026
Transparency
Standards (~65-
Years)
Fine Sediment
Particles
10% 21% 34% 71%
Total
Phosphorus
7% 14% 21% 50%
Total Nitrogen 8% 14% 19% 46%
Source: Final Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load, August 2011) In 20112016, the City submitted to Lahontan the City’s Lake Tahoe TMDL Baseline Pollutant Load EstimateUpdate Report which was subsequently incorporated into the City’s NPDES permit.

The City’s load reduction requirement through 2016 2026 under the NPDES permit is shown in Table 3-5.

TABLE 3-5: CSLT 2016 2026 LOAD REDUCTION REQUIREMENTS
Parameter Baseline Load
(kglbs/year)
Required
Percent
Reduction
Required Load
Reduction
(kglbs/year)
Allowable Load
(kglbs/year)
Fine Sediment
Particle (mass)
176,450476,677 1034% 14,650162,070 158,800314,606
Fine Sediment
Particles (# of
particles)

1. 942.38E+19 1034% 1. 941.57E+1819 1. 751.57E+19
Total
Phosphorus
7892,020 721% 55424 7341,596
Total Nitrogen 3,36118,034 819% 2691,526 3,0926,508
Source: City of South Lake Tahoe Pollutant Load Reduction Plan, January 2013.2018 The City authorized completed the development of a Pollutant Load Reduction Strategy ReportPlan to assess potential approaches define a path to compliance with the requirements to for reducing reduce pollutant loading to Lake Tahoe from urban stormwater runoff. The goal of the Strategy Load Reduction Report was to identify feasible and cost effective actions to meet anticipated targets to. Subsequently, inIn February 2013September 2021, the City Council adopted the received a draft of the 2021 City of South Lake Tahoe Pollutant Load Reduction Plan which documents the City’s proposed approach and timeline for meeting the 2016 2026 load reduction targets set forth in the City’s NPDES permit, which was then submitted to Lahontan in October, 2021 and must be updated and resubmitted September, 2023. Lahontan subsequently approved the City’s Load Reduction Plan in June 2013. Proposed strategies outlined in the Load Reduction Plan for meeting the load reduction targets are incorporated in the Tourist Core Area Plan and are discussed in detail in Section 7, Natural and Cultural Resources and Section 10, Implementation.
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Scenic Resources: TRPA has adopted three separate regional scenic resource thresholds: 1) travel route ratings; 2) scenic quality ratings of individual resources; and 3) scenic resources seen from public recreation areas. All are numerical in nature. The first two thresholds apply to scenic resources visible from the Region's state and federal highways and Pioneer Trail and from Lake Tahoe itself. The Tourist Core contains a portion of Roadway travel route Unit #32, Casino Core, a portion of Roadway Unit #33, The Strip, a portion of Roadway Units #45, Pioneer Trail (North), and a portion of Shoreline Unit #31, Bijou. Figure 3-6 depicts the roadway and shoreline scenic units including identified scenic resources located within each corridor.

Roadway Units #32, #33 and #45 are all presently not in attainment with the threshold and are targeted for restoration in the Scenic Quality Improvement Program (SQIP) and the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan. All three units had identified areas of concern and the SQIP and the Stateline Community Plan outlined recommended scenic improvements to bring the units toward attainment status. Scenic improvements called for in the community plan included improving the architectural style of existing and new buildings, using natural appearing building material, using natural colors, consolidating driveway access, locating parking lots in the rear or side yards, incorporating landscaping treatments, sign compliance and the undergrounding of utility lines whenever possible.

Since the adoption of the Community Plan and Tourist Core Area Plan, numerous redevelopment, transportation and water quality projects have been implemented in the Tourist Core that have directly contributed towards scenic threshold gains. The 2006 TRPA Threshold Evaluations (Evaluations) noted that the majority of roadway units with improved threshold scores fall partially or wholly within Community Plan areasthe Area Plan. Removal of degraded structures, improvement in architectural quality of new and remodeled structures, increased landscaping, creation of open space and landscape drainage basins, installing curb, gutters and pedestrian sidewalks and consolidating highway curb cuts, and improved signage have all contributed to a transformation in many of these units. This improvement affects both travel route and scenic quality ratings.

Within Unit #32 and #33, the Evaluations noted that sidewalk/landscaping projects, erosion control and water quality improvement projects, land buy-out by public agencies that removed decrepit structures have without exception improved the sense of place and the functionality of a core community area that resulted in scenic threshold improvements. Specifically, the Threshold Evaluations noted an improvement in scenic indicators for man-made features and roadway distractions, as a result of the completion of the Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort, (formerly Embassy Suites Vacation Resort, Heavenly Village, and Crescent V Shopping Center. The most recent Evaluation (2019) further noted continual improvements within the two units and Ffuture redevelopment efforts in the casino core and on the lakeside of along US Highway 50 from the state line to Park Avenue are expected to improve the scenic and visual quality of this unit dramatically. It should be noted that redevelopment of the Knights Inn property occurred after the 2019 Threshold Evaluation and when evaluated is expected to further improve scenic quality in Unit #33.

Along the US Highway 50 corridor from Park Avenue to Ski Run Boulevard the Evaluations also noted an improvement in scenic indicators for man-made features, roadway distractions, lake views and landscape views as a result of the completion of the Ski Run Marina Village, the linear park and the landscaped wildwood drainage basins. Moreover, the Evaluations noted improved lake views from US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard as a result of improved site design and large setback of at the Lake Tahoe Vacation Resorts. Although the 2011The Evaluations noted that between 2006 and 20112019, relatively few development and redevelopment projects were carried out in Unit #33, those projects that were implemented, the Evaluations noticed improvements in architectural and design quality that incrementally improves improved the scenic resource threshold. Examples of these projects include the Ski Run Center, and the Valero Gas Station (now Chevron), and new landscaping and fencing installed along the frontage of Lakeland 1124
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Village. both located at the intersection of US 50 and Ski Run Boulevard. The following photographs illustrate completed projects in the Tourist Core that have been identified by TRPA’s Threshold Evaluations as contributing to improving the scenic and community design thresholds. 1125
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Ski Run Commercial Center Rebuild
Ski Run Commercial
Center Screening
Valero Gas Station Rebuild (now Chevron)
McDonalds Rebuild
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel (formerly Embassy Suites)
Linear Parkway
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Heavenly Village Mixed-Use Project
Wildwood Basins and Children’s Memorial
Lakeland Village
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Unit #45 has also seen minor increase in its threshold score. The improvement is a result of implementation of the Ski Run Boulevard pedestrian improvements that improved the overall character of the roadway corridor resulting in an increase in the man-made feature and lake view threshold scores. Only a portion of Unit #45 is located within the Tourist Core, and therefore, the plan is not fully responsible for bringing Unit #45 into full attainment. However, it’s it is expected that continual implementation of the SQIP at the project level and the installation of the pedestrian sidewalks along Pioneer Trail will contribute towards bringing this unit into threshold attainment.

Shoreline Unit #31 is currently in attainment for the Scenic Threshold. The 2011 Threshold Evaluation noted improvements along the shoreline as a result of the redesign and rehabilitation of El Dorado Beach (Lakeview Commons). The Evaluations also noted that additional improvement could be realized in the man-made environment if the Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort building improved color/material of the existing roof. Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort is currently upgrading their roof and siding to darker earthtone colors that will reduce the overall visual contrast and improve the view as seen from Shoreline Unit #31. The 2019 Threshold Evaluation did not note any changes in the landscape or built environment for his shoreline unit.

Scenic Quality Ratings (Scenic Resources 31.3, 32.1, 33.2, 45.1, 45.2, and 45.3) for the individual scenic resources located within the Roadway and Shoreline Travel Routes are all currently in attainment for the Scenic Threshold.

The current scenic threshold scores are provided in Table 3-6 below.

TABLE 3-6: THRESHOLD TRAVEL ROUTE AND SCENIC QUALITY RATINGS Unit 1982 1991 1996 2001 2006 2011 2015 2019 Need for
Attainment
31 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.5 9.5 10.

59.5 9.5 9.5 +0. 0
32 13.0 11.0 11.0 11.5 13.5 13. 5 14.5 14.5 +2. 01.0
33 6.0 7.0 7.5 11.5 14.0 14. 0 14.5 14.5 +1. 51.0
45 10.0 10.0 10.0 11.0 11.5 11. 5 11.5 11.5 +4. 0
Unit #31 SHORELINE UNIT
ManMade
Features
Roadway
Distractions
Road
Structure
Lake
Views
Landscape
Views
Variety Threshold
Score
1982 1 NA NA NA 4 4 9
1991 1 NA NA NA 4 4 9
1996 1 NA NA NA 4 4 9
2001 1.5 NA NA NA 4 4 9.5
2006 1.5 NA NA NA 4 4 9.5
2011 21.5 NA NA NA 4 4 109.5
2015 1.5 NA NA NA 4 4 9.5
2019 1.5 NA NA NA 4 4 9.5
Unit #32 ROADWAY UNIT (LAKE TAHOE BOULEVARD)
ManMade
Features
Roadway
Distractions
Road
Structure
Lake
Views
Landscape
Views
Variety Threshold
Score
1982 3.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 4.0 13.0
1991 2.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 3.0 11.0
1996 2.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 3.0 11.0
2001 2.5 1.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 3.0 11.5
2006 3.5 2.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 3.0 13.5
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2011 3.5 2.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 3.0 13.5
2015 4.5 2.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 3.0 14.5
2019 4.5 2.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 3.0 14.5
Unit #33 ROADWAY UNIT (LAKE TAHOE BOULEVARD)
ManMade
Features
Roadway
Distractions
Road
Structure
Lake
Views
Landscape
Views
Variety Threshold
Score
1982 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 6.0
1991 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 2.0 1.0 7.0
1996 1.0 1.5 1.0 1.0 2.0 1.0 7.5
2001 3.0 3.0 1.0 1.5 2.0 1.0 11.5
2006 4.0 4.0 1.0 1.5 2.5 1.0 14.0
2011 4.0 4.0 1.0 1.5 2.5 1.0 14.0
2015 4.0 4.0 1.5 1.5 2.5 1.0 14.5
2019 4.0 4.0 1.5 1.5 2.5 1.0 14.5
Unit #45 ROADWAY UNIT (PIONEER TRAIL)
ManMade
Features
Roadway
Distractions
Road
Structure
Lake
Views
Landscape
Views
Variety Threshold
Scor
1982 1.0 1.0 3.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 10. 0
1991 1.0 1.0 3.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 10. 0
1996 1.0 1.0 3.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 10. 0
2001 1.5 1.0 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.0 11. 0
2006 2.0 1.0 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.0 11. 5
2011 2.0 1.0 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.0 11. 5
2015 2.0 1.0 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.0 11.5
2019 2.0 1.0 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.0 11.5
Source: 2012 2019 TRPA Threshold Evaluation
Open Space: Open space parcels in the planning area are primarily held in public ownership and generally include environmentally sensitive lands and lands designated for the treatment of stormwater runoff. The Tourist Core contains 15 14.5 acres of land that is designated as open space. This accounts for 5.34.8% percent of the total land in the Tourist Core.

Cultural Resources: Most of the Tourist Core has been subject to archaeological survey during the preparation of the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan and during review of development projects. The archival review and field surveys resulted in no evidence of, potentially significant prehistoric, archaeological or Washoe cultural sites within the Tourist Core. However, several potential significant historic properties were identified in the south shoreSouth Shore in TRPA’s historic resource database. Resources identified include Tahoe Meadows, located adjacent to the Tourist Core, which is designated as a Historic District by TRPA and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Lapham Hotel (later Lakeside House or Lakeside Park) was situated at the present day intersection of Pioneer Trail and US Highway 50 (Koval, 1990).

Modern development in the area has in all likelihood destroyed any archaeological evidence that might have remained. The McCombers Station was situated near the intersection of Pioneer Trail and Ski Run Boulevard; however, subsequent surveys during project review for the City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Station #1 and the Aspens at South Lake Affordable Housing projects did not turn up intact archaeological evidence of the site. The Lake Valley Lumber Pier and Railroad was located adjacent to and paralleled the present day Timber Cove Pier. Due to safety and navigation concerns the pier and railroad was demolished in the mid-1980s. In addition, the Pony Express Trail (California Trail) travels through the boundaries of the Tourist Core. The Pony Express was a mail service delivering messages and mail from St. Joseph, Missouri across the Great Plains, over the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada to Sacramento, California by horseback, using a series of relay stations. The route generally follows Pioneer Trail through the 1129
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Tourist Core to Yank’s Station in Meyers and then roughly follows U. S. Highway 50US Highway 50 to Placerville, California and Sacramento, California.

All Projects and activities affecting sites, objects, structures, or districts that have been designated, or are pending designation by TRPA, or are discovered are subject to TRPA Code of Ordinances Chapter 67, Historic Resource Protection, and subject to CEQA threshold of significance if it is found to have .a substantial, or potentially substantial, adverse change in the physical conditions that would impact objects of historic or cultural significant.

TRANSPORTATION
Highways and Streets: The highway and street network within the Tourist Core is largely dominated by US Highway 50 which provides access along the entire length of the plan area. US Highway 50 is the major east-west roadway facility connecting Sacramento, California and Carson City, Nevada, and is the main facility serving the south shoreSouth Shore area of Lake Tahoe. Along most of its 2 mile length within the Area Plan, US Highway 50 is a five-lane arterial with a continuous two-way left-turn median lane that transitions to dedicated left-turn pockets at major intersections. In addition to US Highway 50, there is an irregular network of arterial, collector, and local streets that provide the remaining framework for the overall roadway system.

These secondary streets serve as the connection points to local neighborhoods as well as serving as some of the few points where access is available to Lake Tahoe and mountain-based recreation opportunities. The existing transportation and circulation facilities are shown in Figure 3- 7.

The combination of a relatively limited network of roads along with the high traffic volumes created during peak visitor periods emphasizes the importance of having a well-functioning transportation and circulation system. During peak hours, congestion affects the area. Currently under considerationTRPA has approved is the US Highway 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project, a plan to realign a portion of US Highway 50 within the plan area in an effort to minimize peak season traffic delays. Along with this highway realignment the proposal is to narrow the existing highway right of way in order to create a pedestrian friendly main streetMain Street, while helping achieve the TRPA’s water quality and scenic thresholds. The City Council has adopted Resolution 2021-005 stating support for the Mainstreet Management Plan portion of the project and directing the City Manager to continue working with partner agencies to develop an alignment of US Highway 50 that preserves the Rocky Point neighborhood and does not require the use of eminent domain. The proposed plan is currently titled the US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project. and is currently undergoing environmental review.

Level of Service (LOS): TRPA’s existing Goals and Policies set standards for vehicle “level of service” (LOS). LOS is a qualitative measure that describes the operating performance of transportation facilities. For roadways, LOS is an indicator of traffic flow from the perspective of motorists based on factors such as speed, travel time, delay, freedom to maneuver, volume, and capacity. It is defined on a scale from LOS A, the least congested operating conditions, to LOS F, the most congested operating conditions.

The TRPA Goals and Policies and the Stateline Community plan require that peak period traffic flow not exceed LOS D for major roadways (arterials and collector routes), and signalized intersections shall be at LOS D. LOS E may be acceptable during peak periods, not to exceed 4 hours per day.

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50 roadway segment is operating at LOS E during the summer Friday evening peak hour (TRPA, 2012).

As noted previously, TRPA LOS policies permit LOS E operations in urban areas not to exceed four hours per day. To determine whether LOS E operations occur for more than four hours, hourly traffic volume data were obtained from Caltrans’ PeMS database for a Friday in August 2010 for several segments of US Highway 50. The analysis concluded that the US Highway 50 roadway segment, within the Tourist Core, currently operates within the TRPA LOS goals.

While a number of roadways currently operate at LOS D or E, the key intersections connecting those facilities generally operate at LOS C or better. This is because many of those intersections have been designed with additional travel lanes, channelized “free” right-turn movements, and other capacity enhancements to operations for this segment (TRPA, 2012a).

Vehicle Miles Travelled (VMT): The TRPA Project Impact Assessment (PIA) Guidelines describe requirements for development projects amendments in the Tahoe Basin. These guidelines reflect 2021 updates to the TRPA Environmental Thresholds, which involved replacement of the previous VMT-based nitrate deposition threshold with a new VMT-based threshold focused on reducing mobile source GHG emissions, reducing dependency on the personal automobile, and creating more sustainable communities. This update resulted in revisions to TRPA Code of Ordinances, Chapter 65, Air Quality/Transportation, to establish PIA requirements designed to implement the revised TRPA environmental threshold and ensure that it aligns with recent California legislative changes (i.e., Senate Bill 743, Public Resources Code Section 21099, and California Code of Regulations Section 15064.3) that have occurred relative to transportation impact analysis and the use of VMT as the primary metric.

Some project types, as outlined in TRPA Code Subparagraph 65.2.3.D and listed below, are presumed to result in a less-than-significant VMT impact absent any evidence to the contrary (TRPA 2021). The following screening criteria are potentially applicable to the project:
• Projects Generating Low VMT: Projects will be screened from further transportation analysis using the following vehicle miles travelled calculations:
o 1,300 in-Basin VMT within town centers and the half-mile buffer around them. o 715 in-Basin VMT in all other areas.
o Redevelopment Projects: For projects replacing an existing development or use, the net average daily VMT generation should be considered against the screening criteria. This requires calculating both existing average daily VMT and average daily VMT under the proposed project.

The TRPA Code requires that projects that involve more than 650 daily VMT must describe and evaluate the significance of all impacts in the Initial Environmental Checklist. A project that is not screened must analyze whether it meets the standard of significance.

On average there is 11 percent less VMT per capita in designated town centers, due to better connections to transit, sidewalks, and bicycle trails. Thus any development within the Tourist Core boundary is expected to reduce overall VMTs.

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options to mitigate peak period traffic congestion along US Highway 50 in the project area. Public transportation options, bike paths and sidewalks are all integral to establishing a comprehensive multi-modal system that promotes pedestrian safety and access to ensure that the area will be a safe, convenient, and an attractive place to visit. Currently public transportation options along US 50 include the South Shore fixed-route service (Blue Go BusesTahoe Transportation District), the summer seasonal Nifty 50 Trolley, Lake Link, and winter seasonal ski shuttles and commuter bus service to Carson City and the Carson Valley. In addition, there are two transit centers, one located within the Tourist Core and one located just outside. The Stateline Transit Center is located adjacent to the Heavenly Gondola in the Tourist Core and the Kingsbury Transit Center is located at the base of SR 207 in Nevada. . These services and facilities are designed to provide mobility options to both local residents and visitors by connecting the outlying residential areas with employment, resort and entertainment facilities.

While US Highway 50 serves as the primary vehicular route through the plan area, there is a need for a continuous pedestrian infrastructure and bicycle lanes to encourage the use of alternative forms of transportation. US Highway 50 currently has a Class I bike path that extends from Ski Run Boulevard to the intersection of US Highway 50 and Pioneer Trail which then connects to an existing pedestrian sidewalk that extends the length of US Highway 50 to the state line on the mountain side. The portion of pedestrian sidewalk that runs on the mountain side of US Highway 50 from Heavenly Village Way to the state line is designed to meet Class I shared shared-use path standards. In addition, a Class I shared shared-use path extends from Ski Run Marina along Ski Run Boulevard to the intersection of Pioneer Trail which then connects to a Class II bike lane that extends to the intersection of Pioneer Trail and US Highway 50. Other Class II bike lanes in the plan area include a short segment along Heavenly Village and a 1.95 mile segment that extends westward along US Highway 50 from the intersection of Ski Run Boulevard out of the plan area to just past Al Tahoe Boulevard. In general sidewalks are not adequately sized to accommodate the pedestrian demand and their location, in most places, is directly adjacent to the highway which limits the potential for creating attractive and enjoyable places to walk. One exception exists in the vicinity of the Heavenly Village area, where the sidewalks are buffered from the highway with landscaping and sidewalk widths are up to 26 ’feet.

This area is also one of the primary access points to Heavenly Mountain Resort via the gondola.

Parking Facilities: Most private businesses located within the Tourist Core provide off-street parking for employees and patrons. The majority of businesses provide at grade paved lots with the exception of two structured parking lots. One is located on Ski Run Boulevard and provides parking for the Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort and the second is located at Heavenly Village and is owned by the City of South Lake Tahoe. In most cases, newer facilities have incorporated landscaped islands and berms to reduce the visual and scenic impact of large expanses of asphalt. In addition, on-street parking is permitted on local streets on the lakeside of US Highway 50 between Park Avenue and the state line. Parking is limited to two hours and is enforced by the City.

RECREATION
Access to year-round recreational facilities and activities within the Tourist Core or within close proximity includes: beach recreation, boating, golfing, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking and biking.

Public access to the lake for boating and beach recreation is provided at Ski Run Marina, Lakeside Marina and Timber Cove Pier. Forest lands managed by the US Forest Service, located nearby at Rabe Meadow, also provide access to the lake and beach recreation at Nevada Beach as well as walking, bike riding and passive outdoor recreation opportunities. Access to hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails are directly accessible from the Tourist Core through the Van Sickle Bi-State Park, which connects to the Lake Tahoe Rim Trail. Two publicly accessible golf courses are located adjacent to the Tourist Core. They are the privately owned Edgewood Golf Course and the City 1132
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owned Bijou Golf Course. Access to winter sport activities is provided by Heavenly Resort, which is accessible from Ski Run Boulevard or directly from Heavenly Village at Stateline via the gondola.

During the summer months, Heavenly Ski Resort provides numerous summer recreation opportunities via the gondola.

Other informal recreation activities, such as biking, jogging and walking, are provided by an extensive multi-modal transportation network that includes shared shared-use paths, pedestrian sidewalks and Class II bike lanes that provides access within the Tourist Core to many of the recreation facilities mentioned above. In addition, the recreation facilities are accessible via public transit, which is provided by Blue GoTahoe Transportation District.

Figure 3-8 depicts recreation facilities and recreation access opportunities within the Tourist Core and those within close proximity.

PUBLIC SERVICES AND FACILITIES
Within the Tourist Core Area Plan, the following utility services are provided:

Water: South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) and Lakeside Park Association provide water service to the Tourist Core.

STPUD is a California Special District established in 1950. The 27,000-acre service area encompasses the south shoreSouth Shore area of Lake Tahoe from Emerald Bay on the west, Christmas Valley in the south, to the California-Nevada state line on the east. The California portion of the Lake Tahoe Basin is allocated a total annual surface water and groundwater diversion of 23,000 acre-feet per year (AFY). Of this, the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) allocated a total maximum of 12,493 AFY for use within the STPUD service area. STPUD currently owns a total maximum allocation of 9,528 AFY, and the district projects that its available water supplies will remain at 9,528 AFY through 2030 (STPUD, 2007 & CSLT, 2011).

Water demands are projected by applying the California Department of Finance's 50-year population projection growth rate for El Dorado County of 0.37% to the 2020 water demand. As of 2020, the District has 116 unmetered connections. The District is installing meters on all connections and intends to be fully metered by 2025. Since 2009, when the District initiated metering, water usage per account has decreased almost 20% from 0.498 AFY per account in 2009, when six percent of the accounts were metered, to 0.406 AFY per account in 2020, when 96% of the accounts were metered. Metering has been an effective means of conservation; these savings are likely a function of the metering and the ability for District staff to be able to communicate directly to customers regarding water use and leaks, as well as provide education and resources to increase water conservation (STPUD 2020).

According to STPUD’s 2005 2020 Urban Water Management Plan, water demands within the service area will increase from an estimated 7,6005,778 AFY in 2010 2020 to approximately 8,4006,338 AFY in 20302045. This is a projected increase of only 800 560 AFY, or 10. 58.8 percent, over the 2025-year period and is still well within STPUD’s existing 9,528 AFY (STPUD, 2007 2020& CSLT, 2011). Due to TRPA’s strict growth controls as well as the low number of remaining vacant parcels within the STPUD service area (approximately 3,000); it is unlikely that the maximum water diversion allocation for the STPUD service area will be exceeded as a result of development within the Tourist Core.

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in 1909. LPA, a non-profit corporation, owns and operates a Mutual Water District whose franchise area serves the neighborhood now located in the Tourist Core between US Highway 50 and Pine Boulevard and between Stateline Avenue and Park Avenue, as well as the neighborhood adjacent to the Tourist Core from Azure Avenue to the Lake and from Park Avenue to the state line. Lakeside Park Association service covers potable water as well as interior and neighborhood fire suppression.

LPA serves the entire area within the LPA Mutual Water District with the exception of 6 parcels and 6 fire hydrants which were or are served by STPUD. Current plans to develop the Chateau Project at the corner of US Highway 50 and Stateline Avenue encompass 2 parcels originally served by LPA and 4 parcels served by STPUD. , All but 2 of the remaining parcel’s water service will be the responsibility of LPA upon completion of the project.

The LPA obtained water rights from SWRCB to pump approximately 1 million gallons per day (mgd) of water from Lake Tahoe. LPA draws water from Lake Tahoe thru through an intake line from a point 2,300 feet from the shore line to a depth of 33 feet. The water is transferred from a pump station located at the North end of Lakeside Park Beach on the shoreline of Lake Tahoe to the treatment plant which includes a 220,000 gallon treatment/storage tank located on Pine Boulevard located within the Tourist Core. The water treatment system can supply up to 700 gallons per minute (gpm) with a 37,000 gallon reserve storage for consumption using a combination of surface and ground water. LPA can also supply ground water from a well (Well #3) that is located next to the storage tank. An A 10 inch10-inch inter-tie exists with STPUD should either system require additional water supplies during an emergency.

Lakeside’s current surface water pumping rate is approximately two pumps at 200 700 gpm as a result of the reduced number of lodging and commercial customers from the Project 3 redevelopment. Lakeside also pumps groundwater from well #3 at a rate of approximately 350 gpm during the summer months and during peak usage hours (LPA, 2013). LPA’s average daily flow is 124,300 (gallon per day) gpd with a throughput capacity of 1 million gallons. All the flow rates calculated above are for potable quality water. In the event of a major fire the rate can be increased further. LPA Mutual Water District has the capacity to serve the future development in its franchise area by a factor of 8 eight (LPA, 2013). Since only a small portion of the Lakeside community is located within the Tourist Core, and it is primarily built out, and adequate capacity exists, it is unlikely that the maximum water diversion allocation for the LPA service area will be exceeded as a result of development within the Tourist Core.

Wastewater: South Tahoe Public Utility District provides wastewater treatment service to those areas of the Tahoe Basin in El Dorado County, including the entire City of South Lake Tahoe.

STPUD’s wastewater collection/treatment/recycling processes are a 7.7 million gallon per day (mgd) advanced secondary operation serving approximately 1718,000 customers (STPUD, 20072020). STPUD operates 22 pump stations in its service area including 2 two located within the Area Plan: Ski Run and Bijou. STPUD’s wastewater treatment plant has a 7.7 mgd capacity and treats about 1.8 billion gallons of wastewater annually with an average flow rate of 4.0 mgd (STPUD, 20132020).

Because the STPUD wastewater treatment plan currently exhibits excess capacity of approximately 3.74.0 mgd on average dry days and 1.7 mgd on peak dry days, the limited amount of anticipated development or the redevelopment of existing commercial or residential uses in the Tourist Core is not expected to require additional treatment capacity at the wastewater treatment plant.

Solid Waste: South Tahoe Refuse (STR) provides solid waste removal service in the Tourist Core. STR has a franchise agreement with the City of South Lake Tahoe for the collection and 1134
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transportation of solid waste to processing and/or disposal facilities. Solid waste is delivered to the Lockwood Regional Landfill in Storey County, Nevada. The Lockwood Regional Landfill has a remaining capacity of 32 million cubic yards (approximately 22 million tons) with plans to expand the total capacity from 64.8 million cubic yard to 302 million cubic yards (approximately 204 million tons) (TRPA, 2012)covers 856 acres and has a total waste volume of 302 million cubic yards (NDEP, 2013). In 2016, the landfill accepted an average of 2,960 tons of solid waste per day. The volume of waste conveyed to the landfill from California communities accounts for 7.5 percent of municipal solid waste. The landfill has a remaining capability of 267 million cubic yards and an estimated closure date of 2150 (NDEP, 2017) The growth permitted by the adopted TRPA Regional Plan is anticipated to increase solid waste by 111,600 tons per year basin basin-wide and only a fraction of that total would be generated in the Tourist Core. Given the substantial existing capacity of 22 267 million tonscubic yards, and the planned expansion of the landfill, the Tourist Core will be adequately served in the future.

Electricity Services: Liberty Utilities provides electrical service to the Tourist Core. Liberty Utilities has one major transmission line rebuild on the north shore in the planning phases and a variety of smaller projects underway to ensure system wide reliability for its planning horizon.

Liberty Utilities claims to have enough excess capacity to accommodate any future development anticipated in the adopted TRPA Regional Plan (TRPA, 2012).

Gas Services: Southwest Gas provides natural gas service to theTourist Core. Southwest Gas has experienced around 1 percent growth per year in the Lake Tahoe Area. Although it has a number of projects underway to replace old polyvinyl chloride (PVC) main lines, it has no plans for substantial expansion of the existing system, which it believes can accommodate growth anticipated in the adopted TRPA Regional Plan (TRPA, 2012).

Telephone and Cable Services: AT&T and Charter Communications provide telephone and cable services to the Tourist Core.

City of South Lake Tahoe Facilities: Fire Station #1 is located at 1252 Ski Run Boulevard. This facility is owned by the City and is one of four that serve South Lake Tahoe. This station services the Ski Run and Stateline area with response time between three and five minutes. The Fire Department provides local ambulance service, and has mutual aid agreements with other fire and emergency response agencies in the Tahoe Region.

The City’s General Plan does not identify any new locations for new fire protection facilities within the Tourist Core. However, the General Plan does identify requirements for future development to ensure adequate fire protection services, which could result in new or expanded facilities. It is expected that new development in the Tourist Core will increase demand for fire protection; howeverand, implementation of fire protection provisions of the General Plan would ensure that existing fire protection services address impacteds areas addressed.

Figure 3-9 depicts the locations of public and quasi-public service facilities with the Tourist Core. 1135
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NEVADA (Douglas Co.)
CALIFORNIA (El Dorado Co.)

LAKE TAHOE
Ski Run Boulevard
Pioneer Trail
Ski Run Marina
Lakeside Marina
US Highway 50
Wildwood Ave.

Stateline
Tahoe Meadows
Bowers Ave.

Herbert Ave.

Pine Grove Ave.

Paradise Ave.

Forest Ave.

Alder Ave.

Aspen Ave.

Larch Ave.

Birch Ave.

Tamarack Ave.

Sprice Ave.

LEGEND
Stateline
Tourist Core Area Plan
Existing Land Uses
Vacant - Onsite Banking
Vacant - Transfer Sending Parcel
Vacant Public Owned
Vacant Privately Owned
Open Space
Recreation
Public Service
Quasi-Public Service
Residential
Commercial
Tourist
Linear Public Facilities
0 0.125 0.25
Miles
Timber Cove Marina
N
Figure 3-1
Existing Land Uses
April 2024 1136

PIONEER TR
US ROUTE 50

SKI RUN BLVD

KELLER RD

BEACH RD

MEADOW RD

REGINA RD

ASPEN AVE

FOREST AVE

JOHNSON BLVD

LARCH AVE

GLEN RD

PARADISE AVE

GLENWOOD WAY

BIRCH AVE

ALDER AVE

AZURE RD

LAKE RD

SONORA AVE

BLACKWOOD RD

TAMARACK AVE

PINE BLVD

SADDLE RD

DAVID LN

CEDAR AVE

NEEDLE PEAK RD

MONTREAL RD

STATE LINE AVE

LARCH DR

FAIRWAY AVE

FERN RD

HERBERT AVE

ECHO RD

MOSS RD

CHONOKIS RD

OAK AVE

CREST RD

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE AVE

BOWERS AVE

NORTH RD

PARK AVE

PINE HILL RD

PRIMROSE RD

OSGOOD AVE

VERDON LN
HAM ST

SHEPHERD DR

STEVEN LN

TERRY LN

BILL AVE

BELLAMY CT

BONITA RD

HEATHER LAKE RD

NO NAME

FRIDAY AVE

DEER LN

LAKESHORE BLVD

BIJOU ST

SPRUCE AVE

TIMBER LN

LESTER ST

ROCKY POINT RD

CEDAR RD

LA SALLE ST

JUNE WAY

RUBY WAY

ELVA CT

SHIRLEY AVE

BRIAN LN

JOBS PEAK RD

HILL RD

WILDWOOD AVE

SUNRISE LN

PINE GROVE AVE

BRIDLE RD

DONNER LN

ANGORA LAKE RD

TRANSIT WAY

TAKELA DR

WILLOW AVE

LLOYD AVE

WOODS AVE

VAN SICKLE RD

KNOLL LN

MIDWAY RD

FIGUEROA LN

CHAMPLAIN DR

WOODBINE RD

STEWART WAY

NEDDLE PEAK RD

PENINSULA RD

GREENWOOD AVE

FAWN WAY

MARKOFER WAY

TERRACE DR

PINE CREST AVE

VANDA LEE WAY

LUCINDA CT

TREEHAVEN DR FERNDALE AVE

SUSIE LAKE RD

ASPENWALD RD

BETTY RAE LN

CELLADOR RD

LOST SHEEP LN

NEBELHORN CT

BOBBY GREY CIR

PENTAGON RD

WERNER - SALAS DR

LEWIS ST

VICTOR ST

MAPLE AVE

ROCKWOOD DR

LOGROAD PL

TIMBERLAKE PL
US ROUTE 50

SPRUCE AVE

CEDAR AVE

PARK AVE

MEADOW RD

PINE BLVD

AZURE RD

NO NAME

WILDWOOD AVE

PINE BLVD

BLACKWOOD RD

BONITA RD

HERBERT AVE

MANZANITA AVE

SPRUCE AVE

WILDWOOD AVE
LEGEND
State Boundary
Tourist Core Area Plan
Land Capability
1B (SEZ)
1A
3 4
5 7
0 0.125 0.25
Miles N
1B
7 1B
WB
5 7
1B
5 7
5 7
7 1B
5 4
5 3
5 3
7 1B
7 1B
1B
1B
1A
1B
3 4
3 4
Source: Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan, Land Capability Map, TRPA GIS, 2019.

CALIFORNIA (El Dorado Co.)
NEVADA (Douglas Co.)

LAKE TAHOE
Ski Run Boulevard
Pioneer Trail
Ski Run Marina
Lakeside Marina
Figure 3-2
Mapped Land Capability
April 2024 1137
US ROUTE 50

SKI RUN BLVD

KELLER RD

PIONEER TR

BEACH RD

PINE RD

WILDWOOD AVE

MEADOW RD

REGINA RD

ASPEN AVE

FOREST AVE

ALDER AVE

HERBERT AVE

LARCH AVE

JOHNSON BLVD

GLEN RD

PARADISE AVE

GLENWOOD WAY

BIRCH AVE

SADDLE RD

AZURE RD

LAKE RD

SONORA AVE

BLACKWOOD RD

TAMARACK AVE

PINE BLVD

NEEDLE PEAK RD

DAVID LN

CEDAR AVE

STATE LINE AVE

LARCH DR

FAIRWAY AVE

FERN RD

ECHO RD

CHINOKIS RD

MOSS RD

CREST RD

OAK AVE

MONTREAL RD

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE AVE

NORTH RD

PARK AVE

PINE HILL RD

BOWERS AVE

PRIMROSE RD

OSGOOD AVE

VERDON LN
HAM ST

LAUREL AVE

SHEPHERD DR

STEVEN LN

HILL RD

TERRY LN

LEWIS ST

BILL AVE

BONITA RD

BELLAMY CT

HEATHER LAKE RD

NO NAME

FRIDAY AVE

ANGORA LAKE RD

DEER LN

LAKESHORE BLVD

BIJOU ST

SPRUCE AVE

TIMBER LN

ROCKY POINT RD

CEDAR RD

LA SALLE ST

JUNE WAY

RUBY WAY

ELVA CT SHIRLEY AVE

BRIAN LN

BRIDLE RD
PROPOSED US ROUTE 50

SUNRISE LN

DONNER LN

TRANSIT WAY

TAKELA DR

WILLOW AVE

WOODS AVE

KNOLL LN

JOBS PEAK RD

BIJOU CIR

MIDWAY RD

SUSIE LAKE RD

FIGUEROA LN

CHAMPLAIN DR

LLOYD AVE

WOODBINE RD

STEWART WAY

NEDDLE PEAK RD

PENINSULA RD

GREENWOOD AVE

PINE GROVE AVE

FAWN WAY

HEAVENLY VILLAGE WAY

MARKOFER WAY

TERRACE DR

DOUGLAS RD

HERBERT RD

GILMORE LAKE RD

PINE CREST AVE

VANDA LEE WAY

LUCINDA CT

TREEHAVEN DR FERNDALE AVE

ASPENWALD RD

BETTY RAE LN

FREEL ST

CELLADOR RD

LAKE PARKWAY

POPLAR ST

LOST SHEEP LN

CLOVERDALE AVE BOBBY GREY CIR

PENTAGON RD

MARLETTE CIR

OVERLOOK CT

LESTER ST

ROCKWOOD DR

LOGROAD PL

TIMBERLAKE PL

BETTY RAE CT

NO NAME

PIONEER TR
US ROUTE 50

BLACKWOOD RD

TREEHAVEN DR

MANZANITA AVE

PARK AVE

AZURE RD

WILDWOOD AVE

HERBERT AVE

SPRUCE AVE

AZURE RD

MEADOW RD

OSGOOD AVE

CEDAR AVE

WILDWOOD AVE

BONITA RD

SPRUCE AVE
LEGEND
State Boundary
Tourist Core Area Plan
Land Coverage by Type
Paths/Sidewalks
Roads
Buildings
Other
0 0.15 0.3
Miles
Stream Environment Zone (SEZ)
NEVADA (Douglas Co.)
CALIFORNIA (El Dorado Co.)

LAKE TAHOE
Ski Run Marina
Lakeside Marina
Ski Run Boulevard
Pioneer Trail
Figure 3-3
Existing Land Coverage
April 2024
N
1138
US ROUTE 50

SKI RUN BLVD

KELLER RD

PIONEER TR

BEACH RD

PINE RD

WILDWOOD AVE

MEADOW RD

REGINA RD

ASPEN AVE

FOREST AVE

ALDER AVE

HERBERT AVE

LARCH AVE

JOHNSON BLVD

GLEN RD

PARADISE AVE

GLENWOOD WAY

BIRCH AVE

SADDLE RD

AZURE RD

LAKE RD

SONORA AVE

BLACKWOOD RD

TAMARACK AVE

PINE BLVD

NEEDLE PEAK RD

DAVID LN

CEDAR AVE

STATE LINE AVE

LARCH DR

FAIRWAY AVE

FERN RD

ECHO RD

CHINOKIS RD

MOSS RD

CREST RD

OAK AVE

MONTREAL RD

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE AVE

NORTH RD

PARK AVE

PINE HILL RD

BOWERS AVE

PRIMROSE RD

OSGOOD AVE

VERDON LN
HAM ST

LAUREL AVE

SHEPHERD DR

STEVEN LN

HILL RD

TERRY LN

LEWIS ST

BILL AVE

BONITA RD

BELLAMY CT

HEATHER LAKE RD

NO NAME

FRIDAY AVE

ANGORA LAKE RD

DEER LN

LAKESHORE BLVD

BIJOU ST

SPRUCE AVE

TIMBER LN

ROCKY POINT RD

CEDAR RD

LA SALLE ST

JUNE WAY

RUBY WAY

ELVA CT SHIRLEY AVE

BRIAN LN

BRIDLE RD
PROPOSED US ROUTE 50

SUNRISE LN

DONNER LN

TRANSIT WAY

TAKELA DR

WILLOW AVE

WOODS AVE

KNOLL LN

JOBS PEAK RD

BIJOU CIR

MIDWAY RD

SUSIE LAKE RD

FIGUEROA LN

CHAMPLAIN DR

LLOYD AVE

WOODBINE RD

STEWART WAY

NEDDLE PEAK RD

PENINSULA RD

GREENWOOD AVE

PINE GROVE AVE

FAWN WAY

HEAVENLY VILLAGE WAY

MARKOFER WAY

TERRACE DR

DOUGLAS RD

HERBERT RD

GILMORE LAKE RD

PINE CREST AVE

VANDA LEE WAY

LUCINDA CT

TREEHAVEN DR FERNDALE AVE

ASPENWALD RD

BETTY RAE LN

FREEL ST

CELLADOR RD

LAKE PARKWAY

POPLAR ST

LOST SHEEP LN

CLOVERDALE AVE BOBBY GREY CIR

PENTAGON RD

MARLETTE CIR

OVERLOOK CT

LESTER ST

ROCKWOOD DR

LOGROAD PL

TIMBERLAKE PL

BETTY RAE CT

NO NAME

PIONEER TR
US ROUTE 50

BLACKWOOD RD

TREEHAVEN DR

MANZANITA AVE

PARK AVE

AZURE RD

WILDWOOD AVE

HERBERT AVE

SPRUCE AVE

AZURE RD

MEADOW RD

OSGOOD AVE

CEDAR AVE

WILDWOOD AVE

BONITA RD

SPRUCE AVE
CALIFORNIA (El Dorado Co.)
NEVADA (Douglas Co.)

LAKE TAHOE
Ski Run Marina
Lakeside Marina
Colony Inn
(Banked)
Source: TRPA Project Files.

LEGEND
Tourist Core Area Plan
Stateline
Buildings
Coverage
SEZ Restoration
Retention Basins
Coverage Reduction
0 0.15 0.3
Miles
Stream Environment Zone (SEZ)
Banked on Site Coverage Transferred
to Safeway
Ski Run Erosion Control Project
Osgood Basin
SEZ Restoration
Wildwood Basins
Redevelopment Project No. 1
Artificial Wetlands
Fern Basins
Park Avenue Basins
Pine Basins
Redevelopment
Project No. 1
Heavenly Village
Raley’s Center
Bijou Park Creek
SEZ Restoration
N
4 Figure 3-4
Land Coverage Reduction
April 2024 1139
US ROUTE 50

SKI RUN BLVD

KELLER RD

PIONEER TR

BEACH RD

PINE RD

WILDWOOD AVE

MEADOW RD

REGINA RD

ASPEN AVE

FOREST AVE

ALDER AVE

JOHNSON BLVD

HERBERT AVE

LARCH AVE

GLEN RD

PARADISE AVE

GLENWOOD WAY

SADDLE RD

BIRCH AVE

AZURE RD

LAKE RD

SONORA AVE

BLACKWOOD RD

TAMARACK AVE

PINE BLVD

NEEDLE PEAK RD

DAVID LN

CEDAR AVE

STATE LINE AVE

LARCH DR

FAIRWAY AVE

FERN RD

ECHO RD

CHINOKIS RD

MOSS RD

CREST RD

OAK AVE

MONTREAL RD

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE AVE

NORTH RD

PARK AVE

PINE HILL RD

BOWERS AVE

PRIMROSE RD

OSGOOD AVE

VERDON LN
HAM ST

LAUREL AVE

SHEPHERD DR

STEVEN LN

HILL RD

TERRY LN

LEWIS ST

BILL AVE

BONITA RD

BELLAMY CT

HEATHER LAKE RD

ANGORA LAKE RD

NO NAME

FRIDAY AVE

BIJOU ST

DEER LN SPRUCE AVE

TIMBER LN

JOBS PEAK RD

CEDAR RD

LA SALLE ST

JUNE WAY

RUBY WAY

ELVA CT

SHIRLEY AVE

BRIAN LN

LONG VALLEY AVE
PROPOSED US ROUTE 50

BRIDLE RD

SUNRISE LN

DONNER LN

TRANSIT WAY

TAKELA DR

WILLOW AVE

MARLETTE CIR

WOODS AVE

SUSIE LAKE RD

KNOLL LN

BIJOU CIR

MIDWAY RD

FIGUEROA LN

CHAMPLAIN DR

LLOYD AVE

WOODBINE RD

MONO LN

STEWART WAY

PENINSULA RD

NEDDLE PEAK RD

PINE GROVE AVE

FAWN WAY

TERRACE DR

HERBERT RD

PINE CREST AVE

LUCINDA CT

ASPENWALD RD

BETTY RAE LN

FREEL ST

LAKE PARKWAY

LOST SHEEP LN

CLOVERDALE AVE

TREEHAVEN DR BOBBY GREY CIR

PENTAGON RD

MONUMENT DR

VICTOR ST

LESTER ST

LOGROAD PL
US ROUTE 50

PIONEER TR

NO NAME

MANZANITA AVE

OAK AVE

HERBERT AVE

WILDWOOD AVE

SPRUCE AVE

AZURE RD

MEADOW RD

PARK AVE

WILDWOOD AVE

BONITA RD

SPRUCE AVE
LAKE
TAHOE
CALIFORNIA (El Dorado Co.)
NEVADA (Douglas Co.)
Ski Run Marina
Lakeside
Marina
LEGEND
Stateline Tourist Core Area Plan Buildings
0 0.15 0.3
Miles
Urban Planning Catchment
Stateline
Rocky Point
Wildwood
Osgood
Super 8
Ski Run Marina
Bijou
Completed Projects
Erosion Control Projects
Detention Basins
SEZ Restoration
US 50
Ski Run Blvd
N

AZURE RD

POPLAR ST
Bijou Erosion Control Project
Bijou Commercial Core
Rocky Point
Erosion Control Project
Phase 4b
Stateline
Pine Basins
North
Ditch
Park Avenue
Basins
Fern Basins
Rocky Point
1 & 2
Rocky Point 3 & 4
Artificial Wetlands
Wildwood Basins
SEZ Restoration
Osgood Basin
Figure 3-5
Existing Water Quality Improvements
April 2024 1140
US ROUTE 50

SKI RUN BLVD

KELLER RD

PIONEER TR

BEACH RD

PINE RD

WILDWOOD AVE

MEADOW RD

REGINA RD

ASPEN AVE

FOREST AVE

ALDER AVE

JOHNSON BLVD

HERBERT AVE

LARCH AVE

GLEN RD

PARADISE AVE

GLENWOOD WAY

BIRCH AVE

AZURE RD

LAKE RD

SONORA AVE

BLACKWOOD RD

SADDLE RD

TAMARACK AVE

PINE BLVD

NEEDLE PEAK RD

DAVID LN

CEDAR AVE

STATE LINE AVE

LARCH DR

FAIRWAY AVE

FERN RD

ECHO RD

CHINOKIS RD

MOSS RD

OAK AVE

MONTREAL RD

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE AVE

NORTH RD

CREST RD

PARK AVE

PINE HILL RD

BOWERS AVE

PRIMROSE RD

OSGOOD AVE

VERDON LN
HAM ST

LAUREL AVE

SHEPHERD DR

STEVEN LN

HILL RD

TERRY LN

LEWIS ST

BILL AVE

BELLAMY CT

HEATHER LAKE RD

NO NAME

FRIDAY AVE

BIJOU ST

DEER LN SPRUCE AVE

TIMBER LN

ANGORA LAKE RD

JOBS PEAK RD

CEDAR RD

LA SALLE ST

JUNE WAY

RUBY WAY

ELVA CT

SHIRLEY AVE

BRIAN LN
PROPOSED US ROUTE 50

BONITA RD

SUNRISE LN

DONNER LN

TRANSIT WAY

TAKELA DR

WILLOW AVE

WOODS AVE

KNOLL LN

BRIDLE RD

BIJOU CIR

MIDWAY RD

FIGUEROA LN

CHAMPLAIN DR

LLOYD AVE

WOODBINE RD

STEWART WAY

PENINSULA RD

NEDDLE PEAK RD

PINE GROVE AVE

SUSIE LAKE RD

FAWN WAY

MARKOFER WAY

TERRACE DR

HERBERT RD

PINE CREST AVE

LUCINDA CT

TREEHAVEN DR

ASPENWALD RD

BETTY RAE LN

FREEL ST

CELLADOR RD

LAKE PARKWAY

LOST SHEEP LN

BOBBY GREY CIR

PENTAGON RD

VICTOR ST

LESTER ST

LOGROAD PL

TIMBERLAKE PL

SPRUCE AVE

HERBERT AVE
US ROUTE 50

PARK AVE

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE RD

SPRUCE AVE

WILDWOOD AVE

PIONEER TR

NO NAME
CALIFORNIA (El Dorado Co.)
NEVADA (Douglas Co.)

LAKE TAHOE
Ski Run Marina
Lakeside Marina
LEGEND
Stateline
Tourist Core Area Plan
Buildings
Scenic Resources
Scenic Roadway Unit
SQIP Areas of Concern
Roadway Scenic Resource
0 0.125 0.25
Miles
Shoreline Scenic Resource
N

32.1 33.2

45.3 45.2
UNIT #33
UNIT #32
UNIT #45

31.2 31.3

31.1 45.1
Figure 3-6
Existing Scenic Resources
April 2024 1141
US ROUTE 50

SKI RUN BLVD

KELLER RD

PIONEER TR

BEACH RD

PINE RD

WILDWOOD AVE

MEADOW RD

REGINA RD

ASPEN AVE

FOREST AVE

ALDER AVE

JOHNSON BLVD

HERBERT AVE

LARCH AVE

GLEN RD

PARADISE AVE

GLENWOOD WAY

BIRCH AVE

AZURE RD

LAKE RD

SONORA AVE

BLACKWOOD RD

SADDLE RD

TAMARACK AVE

PINE BLVD

NEEDLE PEAK RD

DAVID LN

CEDAR AVE

STATE LINE AVE

LARCH DR

FAIRWAY AVE

FERN RD

ECHO RD

CHINOKIS RD

MOSS RD

OAK AVE

MONTREAL RD

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE AVE

NORTH RD

CREST RD

PARK AVE

PINE HILL RD

BOWERS AVE

PRIMROSE RD

OSGOOD AVE

VERDON LN
HAM ST

LAUREL AVE

SHEPHERD DR

STEVEN LN

HILL RD

TERRY LN

LEWIS ST

BILL AVE

BELLAMY CT

HEATHER LAKE RD

NO NAME

FRIDAY AVE

BIJOU ST

DEER LN SPRUCE AVE

TIMBER LN

ANGORA LAKE RD

JOBS PEAK RD

CEDAR RD

LA SALLE ST

JUNE WAY

RUBY WAY

ELVA CT

SHIRLEY AVE

BRIAN LN
PROPOSED US ROUTE 50

BONITA RD

SUNRISE LN

DONNER LN

TRANSIT WAY

TAKELA DR

WILLOW AVE

WOODS AVE

KNOLL LN

BRIDLE RD

BIJOU CIR

MIDWAY RD

FIGUEROA LN

CHAMPLAIN DR

LLOYD AVE

WOODBINE RD

STEWART WAY

PENINSULA RD

NEDDLE PEAK RD

PINE GROVE AVE

SUSIE LAKE RD

FAWN WAY

MARKOFER WAY

TERRACE DR

HERBERT RD

PINE CREST AVE

LUCINDA CT

TREEHAVEN DR

ASPENWALD RD

BETTY RAE LN

FREEL ST

CELLADOR RD

LAKE PARKWAY

LOST SHEEP LN

BOBBY GREY CIR

PENTAGON RD

VICTOR ST

LESTER ST

LOGROAD PL

TIMBERLAKE PL

SPRUCE AVE

HERBERT AVE
US ROUTE 50

PARK AVE

MANZANITA AVE

AZURE RD

SPRUCE AVE

WILDWOOD AVE

PIONEER TR

NO NAME
LEGEND
State Boundary
Tourist Core Area Plan
Pedestrian, Bicycle and Transit Facilities
Class I Bike Path (Shared-Use)
Class II Bike Lane
Class III Bike Route
Pedestrian Sidewalk
Heavenly Gondola
Stateline Transit Center
Structured Parking
Transit Route
Transit Winter Route
a
0 0.15 0.3
Miles
A
N
a
A
A
Figure 3-7
Existing Transportation Network
April 2024 1142
6 
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VISION AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES
By virtue of its location, in proximity to Lake Tahoe with access to excellent skiing facilities, beach recreation and gaming in Nevada, the Stateline/Ski Run area is one of the most popular destinations within the Lake Tahoe Region. The Tourist Core Area Plan reflects the City of South Lake Tahoe’s and the community’s effort to rekindle the economic vitality of the Stateline/Ski Run area. A fundamental cornerstone of this Area Plan is the conviction that Stateline/Ski Run area should be a regional tourist destination and recreation center. To accomplish this vision, guiding principles, goals and policies encourage diversification of tourist, recreation and commercial attractions to create the high quality development expected in a destination resort community.

4.1 VISION STATEMENT
The area is envisioned as a central destination that provides full services for tourists and permanent residents and offers unique experiences related to the many outdoor recreation possibilities that surround the core area. The revitalization of the South Shore will catalyze the transformation from a failing and vestigial gaming economy into a sustainable outdoor tourism and recreational destination by incorporating active streetscapes, shopping, entertainment and outdoor dining opportunities. In addition, transit and alternative travel will provide an essential part of the envisioned destination resort experience, resulting in significant environmental gain and improved scenic quality.

4.2 GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Guiding principles for this Area Plan are derived from the South Shore Vision Plan and the existing adopted Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan. The following principles of the Area Plan create the foundation for a more a sustainable, economically prosperous, communal and environmental future:
 Include transit and alternative travel modes as an essential part of the destination resort experience.
 Implement transportation improvements that provide for both vehicular and pedestrian circulation.
 Create complete streets that allow for multiple uses including automobiles, bikes, and pedestrians.
 Implement environmental improvements to upgrade the natural and built environment.  Establish a diversity and concentration of mixed-uses that create a strong, lively market.  Establish gateway mixed-use resort nodes with a strengthened recreational presence. 1145
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Vision and Guiding Principles 4-2 October 15, 2013May 2024  Establish the areas between the resort nodes on US Highway 50 as open space areas (remove old buildings and restore stream environment zones and open space).  Establish a low low-speed Main Street in the center.
 Surround the resort center with visual open space.
 Establish a physical environment that creates a distinct sense of place.  Establish an animated street for retail, dining, entertainment and events.  Accomplish urban place place-making through the creation of interesting public gathering places.
 Locate recreation uses in close proximity to the tourist accommodation bed base and include a diverse array of outdoor activities.
 Create high high-quality accommodations to replace the obsolete properties.  Originate critical access to Lake Tahoe from the resort center and visually and physically make the lake central to the resort experience.
 Develop new programs and facilities as catalysts to improve market attraction and improve area attractions (i.e., conference, indoor and outdoor theater, visitor center, museum, etc.).

These principles are incorporated into the land use districts, development and design standards and other sections of this Area Plan.

4.3 GOALS
In addition to the principles established above, the goals of the Tourist Core Area Plan are:
 Reduce dependency on the automobile and improve the movement of people, goods, and services within the Tourist Core and Tahoe Region consistent with the economic and environmental goals of the Area Plan.
 Maintain a balance between economic health and environment health by correcting past deficiencies in land use and being responsive to the needs and opportunities of the Tourist Core.
 Preserve, enhance and create additional high quality recreational opportunities and experiences within the Tourist Core.
 Ensure that the design elements of new, remodeled, and rehabilitated development are compatible with the scenic, recreation, and community values of the Tourist Core Area Plan and that physical development is consistent with the environmental and ecology of the Tahoe Region.
 Public services and facilities should be upgraded to support existing and new development.
 Preserve existing residential uses and increase multi-family housing options in the area plan.
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Section 5

LAND USE

AND COMMUNITY DESIGN
This section sets forth goals and policies for both land use and community design for the Tourist Core Area Plan.

5.1 GOALS AND POLICIES
This subsection outlines land use goals and policies for the Tourist Core Area Plan. These goals and policies implement the vision and guiding principles discussed earlier.

Goal LU-1 Land Use
Continue to shape the Tourist Core into a pedestrian-oriented destination center for tourist and permanent residents that provide high quality services, accommodations, and recreational experiences.
 Policy LU-1.1
Reinforce the Tourist Core as the primary visitor and tourist district in South Lake Tahoe.  Policy LU-1.2
Promote the revitalization of the Tourist Core by encouraging a mixed land use pattern that combines tourist accommodation, residential, commercial, public facilities, and public spaces to serve visitors- and locals alike.
 Policy LU- 1.3
Create distinctive, connected, and walkable districts that have a strong sense of identity.  Policy LU-1.4
Animate streets by allowing uses, such as retail, entertainment, special events, and outdoor dining and seating, oriented towards the sidewalk.  Policy LU-1.5
Continue to promote a vibrant pedestrian pedestrian-oriented center that includes retail, entertainment, tourist accommodation and residential uses, and community activity centers, such as a public plaza that serves the needs of visitors and residents.  Policy LU-1.6
Continue to develop Ski Run Boulevard as a multi-modal, mixed-use corridor with a streetscape that provides identity to the street and allows for a rich mix of uses including, but not limited to, services, public facilities, recreation, entertainment, retail, restaurants, tourist accommodation, residential and office spaces.
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 Policy LU-1.7
Create a connection to the casino core in Nevada with a seamless pedestrian street environment on both sides of the US HighwayHwy 50 and across the state line.  Policy LU-1.8
Designate areas within the tourist center and mixed-use corridor districts as a Special Events Area allowing for temporary events and activities to increase pedestrian and economic activity in these areas. All other temporary events and uses proposed outside these areas shall require a temporary use permit.
 Policy LU-1.9
Encourage the operation of Farmers’ Farmer’s and Outdoor Markets in the Tourist Center and Mixed-Use Corridor districts.
 Policy LU-1.10
Allow for the diversification of land uses within the Tourist Core to promote mixed uses and increase commercial, recreation, and tourist business opportunities to strengthen the south shore’sSouth Shore’s economic base.
 Policy LU-1.11
All proposed new uses located within the Heavenly Village District requires prior approval by the Park Avenue Development Management Association (PADMA) Board of Directors.  Policy LU-1.12. Explore a focused pedestrian -oriented sustainable tourism destination in SLTSouth Lake TAhoe called the "Lake District," from Lakeview to Lakeside. Ensure pedestrian and bike connectivity between the Tourist Core and the Lake District. 
Goal LU-2 Community Design
Ensure that the design of new, remodeled, and rehabilitated development improves the community character of the Tourist Core through appropriate site and building design standards that promotes a high quality physical environment that establishes a distinct sense of place.  Policy LU-2.1
Create an intriguing built environment by promoting the use of architectural themes in new development and redevelopment that complement the surrounding natural beauty.

Encourage the use of pitched roofs, natural colors, and natural materials or natural appearing materials such as rock and wood.
 Policy LU-2.2
Maximize views of the Lake and surrounding mountain ridgelines from U.S. US Highway 50 and public gathering places through appropriate site and building design.  Policy LU-2.3
Establish pedestrian-scaled and strategically-placed lighting along sidewalks and multiuse paths that promotes pedestrian safety and comfort and enhances architectural and site design concepts. Prevent unnecessary and intrusive lighting that detracts from the night time dark skies.
 Policy LU-2.4
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locating parking to the side or rear of buildings. Encourage underground parking and shared parking where appropriate.
 Policy LU-2.5
All projects within the Tourist Core that propose to change an exterior façade or site design shall require City Design Review.
 Policy LU-2.6
The maximum density for parcels developed as part of the South Tahoe Redevelopment Demonstration Project No. 1 shall be subject to TRPA Code Section 31.4.3.

Goal LU-3 Housing
Provide for adequate housing in close proximity to the Casino Core, Heavenly Village and the Crescent V Shopping Center.
 Policy LU-3.1
Promote multi-family and condominiumand incentivise residential units to be constructed as part of a mixed-use developmentprojects.
 Policy LU-3.2
Promote density incentives for affordable and workforce housing projects. Continue to coordinate with TRPA to incorporate state law regarding density bonus within the framework of the Regional Plan.
 Policy LU-3.3
Encourage and coordinate with employers to develop workforce housing.  Policy LU-3.4
Promote ADUs throughout the area plan and within adjacent residential neighborhoods.  Policy LU-3.5
Require mitigation for the loss of any residential units due to conversion or demolition.  Policy LU-3.6
Establish a minimum density for the Tourist Core Area Plan.  Policy LU-3.7
Coordinate with TRPA to incorporate state law regarding the reasonable accommodation procedures within the framework of the Regional Plan. This should include additional land coverage for necessary site improvements for ADA accessibility.  Policy LU-3.2
Promote home ownership by allowing for condominium units in TSC-NMX district.

Goal LU-4 Coordination
Coordinate with local, State state and federal agencies and private entities to develop Area Plans and codes that conform to the TRPA Regional Plan and City General Plan.  Policy LU-4.1
Coordinate with Douglas County on the South Shore Area Plan and ensure compatible land use strategies and street design standards within the Tourist Core Area Plan. 1149
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 Policy LU-4.2
Coordinate with El Dorado County and Heavenly Resort as appropriate to ensure any Area Plan anticipated for the California Base Resort Recreation District is compatible and integrated with the goals, policies and implementation strategies of the City’s General Plan and the Tourist Core Area Plan.

Goal LU-5 Sustainability
Create a sustainable and energy-efficient built environment.  Policy LU-5.1
Incorporate green building and increased energy efficiency components into the design, construction, and operation of new construction and major renovations.

Goal LU-6 Transfer of Development
To focus development in centers in order to maximize incentives and create transit-, bicycle-, and pedestrian-oriented places that serve the needs of both residents and visitors.  LU-6.1
Encourage and allow for the revitalization and consolidation of development within centers by encouraging the transfer and conversion of residential units of use, tourist accommodation units and commercial floor area pursuant to TRPA Code Chapter 51.

Goal LU-7 Noise
To reduce exposure of harmful and annoying effects of excessive noise and ground-bourne borne noise levels within the Tourist Core.
 Policy LU-7.1
The City shall require the mitigation of new transportation noise sources to the levels shown in Table HS-2 of the City General Plan at all outdoor activity areas and interior spaces of existing noise-sensitive land uses.
 Policy LU-7.2
The City shall require an acoustical analysis as part of the environmental review process when noise-sensitive land uses are proposed in areas exposed to existing or anticipated exterior noise levels exceeding the levels shown in Table HS-1 and HS-2 of the City General Plan, so noise mitigation may be included in the project design. All acoustical analysis shall:
 Be the financial responsibility of the applicant;
 Be prepared by a qualified person experienced in the fields of environmental noise assessment and architectural acoustics;
 Include representative noise level measurements with sufficient sampling periods and locations to adequately describe local conditions and the predominant noise sources; and
 Estimate existing and projected cumulative (20 year20-year) noise levels in terms of Ldn or CNEL and/or the standards shown in Table HS‐1, and compare those levels to the policies in this section;
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barriers or structural modifications to buildings which contain noise‐sensitive land uses;
 Estimate noise exposure after the prescribed mitigation measure(s) has been implemented; and
 Describe a post‐project assessment program that could be used to evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed mitigation measures.
 Policy LU-7.3
The City shall require an analysis of potential vibration impact be conducted for all construction activities that include impact equipment and activities such as pile driving, soil compaction, or vibratory hammers that occur within 200 feet of existing structures.

The analysis will address the potential for adverse vibration levels based on the criteria contained in Table 4.6-12 of the City General Plan Draft Final EIR. The City will ensure that construction operations are designed to avoid or mitigate for vibrations above 0.02 inches/second (0.5 mm/second).
 Policy LU-7.4
The City shall incorporate measures to ensure noise/land use compatibility on a projectspecific basis. Such measures may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 Construction of barriers, berms, and/or acoustical shielding;  Establishment of setback requirements for new development in specific areas exposed to roadway noise;
 Noise-reducing acoustical treatment of existing and proposed buildings; and  Use of building layout and project features for noise-screening purposes.

5.2 LAND USE AND ZONING
This section describes planned land use zoning districts for the Tourist Core Area Plan.

Pursuant to TRPA’s Regional Plan, Chapter 13 of the TRPA Code of Ordinances, the City of South Lake Tahoe is partnering with TRPA to prepare an Area Plan that conforms to the TRPA Regional Plan Conceptual Land Use Map and the City of South Lake Tahoe General Plan Land Use Diagram. The Tourist Core Area Plan will serve as the regulating plan with specific zoning districts and specific regulations that establish permitted and conditional land uses, and development standards that establish regulations for maximum density, building setbacks, and building height.

TOURIST CORE AREA PLAN
The zoning districts for the Tourist Core Area Plan are Tourist Center Core (TSC-C), Tourist Center Mixed-Use (TSC-MU), Tourist Center Mixed-Use Corridor (TSC-MUC), Tourist Center Gateway (TSC-G) and Tourist Center Neighborhood Mixed-Use (TSC-NMX). The location and boundaries of the zoning districts are depicted in Figure 5-1.

Tourist Center Core (TSC-C)
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Shore. This district allows for horizontal and vertical mixed mixed-use projects with a focus on street-level active storefronts encouraging pedestrian activity. The sub-district contains complete streets that support multi-modal transportation options. Permissible uses include tourist accommodation, retail commercial, entertainment, restaurants, recreation and mixed-use residential development.

Tourist Center Mixed-Use (TSC-MU)
This district is intended to primarily provide for tourist accommodation uses, with supporting retail commercial uses to meet the regional demand for quality accommodation in the Stateline area in a manner compatible with a pedestrian environment.

Tourist Center Mixed-Use Corridor (TSC-MUC)
This district is intended to support Ski Run Boulevard as a multi-modal, mixed-used corridor with a wide array of uses that encourage pedestrian activity. Permissible uses include a rich mixture of employment services, professional offices, commercial, public service, recreation, tourist accommodation and residential buildings organized around an aesthetically-pleasing pedestrian environment.

Tourist Center Gateway (TSC-G)
This district is intended to create an attractive mixed-use commercial and tourist accommodation corridor that provides a welcoming gateway to the South Shore area. The physical form varies to reflect the mixed-use character of the gateway corridor and to transition to the more intensive Tourist Center Core District. Permissible uses include tourist accommodation, residential, commercial, restaurants, and recreation.

Tourist Center Neighborhood Mixed Use (TSC-NMX)
This district is intended to allow a variety of residential and non-residential uses to encourage a greater mix and intensity of uses in a pedestrian scaled environment that is appropriate to its neighborhood context and adjacent residential uses. Permissible uses include commercial, public service, professional offices, as well as residential and tourist development.

Recreation (REC)
This district is intended to allow a variety of recreation uses such as dispersed recreation and parks . Permissible uses include day use areas and group facilities.

Open Space (OS)
This district is intended to preserve land in its present use that would: 1) conserve and enhance natural or scenic resources; 2) protect streams environment zones, sensitive lands, water quality or water supply; 3) promote soil and habitat conservation; 4) enhance recreation opportunities; and/or 5) preserve visual quality along highways, roads, and street corridors or scenic vistas. The land is predominantly open, undeveloped, or in a lightly developed, and is suitable for any of the following: natural areas, wildlife and native plant habitat; erosion control facilities, stream environment zones, stream corridors; passive parks; and/or trails for non-motorized activities.

PERMISSIBLE USES, DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN STANDARDS
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TRAFFIC AND CIRCULATION
This section sets forth goals and policies for transportation and recommends strategies to enhance mobility patterns by enabling users to satisfy their travel needs while supporting the area’s environmental, social, and recreational goals.

6.1 GOALS AND POLICIES
This subsection outlines transportation and circulation goals and policies for the Tourist Core Area Plan that implements the vision and guiding principles discussed earlier in Section 4.

Goal T-1
Provide for safe and efficient vehicular circulation for the Tourist Core Area Plan.  Policy T-1.1
Encourage the modification of US Highway 50 to a low low-speed pedestrian main streetMain Street through the TSC-C District.
 Policy T-1.2
Strive to maintain a level of service (LOS) D or better on all arterials, collectors and at signalized intersections. This LOS standard may be exceeded during peak periods, not to exceed 4 hours per day when provisions for multi-modal amenities and/or services (such as transit, bicycling, and walking facilities) are adequate to provide mobility for users.  Policy T-1.3
Install an integrated way-finding and directional signage program throughout the Tourist Core Area Plan directing visitors to recreation, commercial, tourist, transit and parking facilities.
 Policy T-1.4
Reduce the number of ingress/egress points along US Highway 50 by combining and realigning driveways to improve traffic flow and eliminate pedestrian conflict.  Policy T-1.5
The City shall participate with the TMPO, TTD, FHWA, NDOT, Caltrans, Douglas County, the State Parks of California and Nevada in the planning and implementation of the South Shore Community Revitalization Project.

Goal T-2
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 Policy T-2.1
Establish the Lakeside plan area, Stateline Avenue and Park Avenue as a pedestrian/bike street connection to Lakeside Marina and access to Lake Tahoe.  Policy T-2.2
Provide adequate pedestrian and bicycle facilities such as continuous sidewalks, bike paths and bike lanes throughout the plan area that connect commercial, entertainment and recreation areas of the plan.
 Policy T-2.3
Install bicycle racks or lockers at public parks, gathering areas, shared parking facilities, and the transit centers, and require them in all new private construction developments and changes of use or tenant improvements remodels that require major or minor design review.
 Policy T-2.4
Bicycle and pedestrian improvement projects identified in The the City General Plan, TRPA Regional Plan, Area Plans and/or TRPA Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan, which are adjacent to or within private development areas, shall be implemented as conditions of approval.
 Policy T-2.5
Where applicable, sidewalks shall be required for all new and expanded uses as conditions of project approval.
 Policy T-2.6
Install an integrated way-finding and directional signage program for pedestrians to encourage walking and biking to recreation, commercial and tourist facilities.  Policy T-2.7
Where feasible, the City shall strive to maintain sidewalks and bicycle facilities for yearround use.

Goal T-4
To promote the use and expansion of multi-modal transportation options, including transit for visitors and residents.
 Policy T-4.1
Collaborate with the Tahoe Transportation District and other transportation entities and service providers to ensure adequate transit service and facilities in the Tourist Core Area Plan. Ensure that the Tourist Core Area Plan is served by frequent bus service along US Highway 50 and along routes that provide access to the lake and other recreation opportunities. Ensure that adequate bus shelters and bus pull-outs are installed throughout the Tourist Core Area Plan.
 Policy T-4.2
Encourage the use of water borne transit along the south shoreSouth Shore from Camp Richardson Resort to Zephyr Cove Resort and provide stops at Ski Run and Lakeside Marinas.
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Continue to partner with South Shore Transportation Management Association, Tahoe Transportation District, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, and other partners to identify new and existing funding sources to expand fixed routes, other transit options, and electrify micro-transit service.
 Policy T-4.4.

Building upon the US Highway 50 safety project, develop a Corridor Plan for US Highway 50 from the “Y” to “Stateline,” including major connecting arterials while identifying options to prioritize alternative modes of transportation.

Policy T-4.5
Coordinate with South Shore Transportation Management Association, Tahoe Transportation District, and businesses to create an enhanced mobility hub within the Tourist Core Area Plan Town Center District to complement existing and planned multimodal options.

Goal T-5
To develop complete streets in the South Shore Area that allow for multiple uses including automobiles, bikes and pedestrians.
 Policy T-5.1
Develop and adopt complete street roadway design standards for US Highway 50, arterial streets and collector streets. and the following collector streets: Park Avenue, Heavenly Village Way, Stateline Avenue, and Pioneer Trail and Ski Run Boulevard.

Goal T-6
To provide adequate parking facilities that are integrated with and support a walkable, vibrant Tourist Core.
 Policy T-6.1
Encourage underground parking where feasible, shared parking, reduced parking, or onstreet parking to promote a pedestrian friendly main streetMain Street in the Tourist Core.
 Policy T-6.2
Allow projects in pedestrian areas, areas with concentration of overnight accommodations, and in areas served by transit to reduce the parking requirement of the Citywide Parking Ordinances and waive the onsite parking requirement if a parking study and a plan is completed and approved. Allow mixed-use projects to reduce their parking requirements provided that a parking demand analysis is submitted and approved by the City. p Projects can offset parking demand through additional parking management, contributions to shared parking facilities, public transportation and/or right of way improvements. ,, or if parking is exempted under state or regional law,. or through additional contributions to public transportation and right of way improvements.  Policy T-2.6
Established reduced parking requirements for affordable housing projects that are not exempt from parking requirements by state law.
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 Policy T-2.8
Promote shared parking for mixed-use projects.
 Policy T-2.9
Encourage affordable housing developers to unbundle parking and rent parking spaces separately from the units.

6.12 PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
This subsection outlines transportation and circulation improvements that implement the vision, guiding principles and the goals and policies of the Tourist Core Area Plan listed above.

A variety of improvements to the area’s transportation and mobility system, which are intended to encourage safety, connectivity, and access to the area’s recreational opportunities, are proposed by various agencies and are in various phases of design, permitting or environmental review.

The South Tahoe Greenway and the Nevada Stateline-to-Stateline Bikeway are examples of projects that would enhance the area’s recreational opportunities by establishing an alternative mode of transportation for visitors and locals interested in connecting to the region’s recreation attractions, community centers, transportation facilities, and residential neighborhoods.

CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
The following Capital Improvement Projects will be constructed or are planned within the Tourist Core Area Plan or its vicinity:
 Pioneer Trail Pedestrian Upgrades: The Pioneer Trail Pedestrian Upgrade project includes five-foot wide paved sidewalks and streetlights on both sides of Pioneer Trail from U.S.US Highway 50 to Larch AvenueSki Run Boulevard. The sidewalks will meet American Disability Act (ADA) design standards. In addition, transit bus shelter pads will be constructed at bus transit stops in the Pioneer Trail project area. The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) will follow up with arranging the construction of the bus shelters on the concrete pads in the near future. The improvements are expected to provide safe pedestrian access from adjacent residential neighborhoods to the Tourist Core, a major commercial and employment center, and encourage workers and visitors in the area to walk to their destinations. Work Construction on Phase 1 from US Highway 50 to Larch Avenue has been completed. Construction of Phase 2 from Larch Avenue to Ski Run Boulevard has been permitted and is scheduled to begin in mid-July and be completed by October 15, 2013summer of 2024.
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The existing pedestrian-bicycle path pavement has large transverse cracks that will be pulverized to provide a better structural sub-section and repaved with crack resistant polymer modified pavement. The improvements are expected to enhance the pedestrian and bicycling experience between the major tourist and commercial uses at Stateline to the recreation opportunities and lake access at Ski Run Boulevard. In addition, the project is expected to improve the visual quality of the scenic corridor. This project has been approved by TRPA and work is scheduled to begin in early May and be completed by mid-July 2013.
 El Dorado Beach to Ski Run Bike Trail: The El Dorado Beach to Ski Run Bike Trail project includes construction of an approximately 1-mile long Class 1 bike path (paved bike path in dedicated right-of-way separated from roadway right-of-way) on the north side of U.S. Highway 50 between El Dorado Beach and Ski Run Boulevard.  Fixin’ Highway 50 Initative: The Fixin' Highway 50 Initiative was adopted by the City Council in May, 2011 with the adoption of the City's first-ever Business Plan. The goal of the Initiative is to leverage resources to construct improvements adjacent to Highway 50 at the same time as Caltrans is improving Highway 50 during the next two to three years.

CALIFORNIA TAHOE CONSERVANCY
 South Tahoe Greenway: The proposed South Tahoe Greenway Shared Shared-Use Trail will create the backbone of the bicycle and pedestrian network in South Lake Tahoe and will take a major step forward in furthering sustainability goals of the south shoreSouth Shore communities. The Greenway will connect residents and visitors to community and recreation destinations from Stateline to Meyers, providing a high- quality alternative to private automobile use. The highest priority 1.8-mile segment will link urban neighborhoods in the core of South Lake Tahoe to shopping, social services, schools, and recreation destinations. Continuing the trail system northward to the state line provides important connections to the largest concentration of visitor services in the region, including shopping, lodging and transit. Completion of this link also connects the recreation resources at Van Sickle Bi-State Park to the network. A southern trail extension to Meyers, not part of the current project, would complete the transportation link. Future actions will identify the best alignment for this extension. Because the share share-use trail terminates within the Tourist Core it’s it is imperative that the Area Plan leverages this resource by supporting connectivity from within the plan area to those trails. Currently, Phase 1A, 1B and 2 have been constructed that connects Sierra Boulevard to Herbert Avenue, and is approximately 1.8 miles in length. Planning and design efforts are currently underway to construct Phase 1C, which would connect Herbert Avenue to Ski Run Boulevard.

TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT
 South Shore Community RevitalizationMainstreet Management Plan Project: The most significant change would be the implementation of the Mainstreet Management PlanUS 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project. This project wouldto promote increased safety, efficient traffic flow, and environmental and visual improvements. The proposed plan would convert the US Highway 50 existing route through the commercial/resort core into a main streetMain Street with pedestrian amenities. The project is currently under environmental review and four alternatives are being analyzed. 1158
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In June of 2013, the second phase of the bike trail from Elks Point to Roundhill and a spur link to Nevada beach will be constructed.
 Waterborne Transit: The TTD in collaboration with local and state governments and the private sector are evaluating a waterborne solution, such as a passenger ferry service, as an option in the "North-South Transit Connection Alternatives Analysis." The study is currently underway to apply for federal funding.

PRIVATE SECTOR
 Water Taxi: A secondary water taxi service would connect the marinas and beaches along the south shore, creating a unique and convenient way for connecting people to local recreation resources. Currently, a water taxi service is provided between Camp Richardson, Timber Cove Pier, and Lakeside Marina.

Future improvements to the area’s transportation and circulation system will provide opportunities for residents and visitors to walk, bike, or use public transit throughout the area. While slight adjustments to the existing roadway system may be possible, the greatest potential for improving the overall transportation and circulation system will be achieved through the development of a comprehensive multi-modal network. Continuing to make connections between the completed trails and sidewalks and proposed additions, as well as strengthening the connections to public transportation options, will create the foundation for a transportation network with the ability to improve TRPA’s thresholds for Vehicles Miles Travelled (VMT), air quality, water quality and noise, support the local economy, improve public health and support a connected, walkable and bikeable community.

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NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
This section sets forth Natural and Cultural Resources goals and policies for the Tourist Core Area Plan. In addition, it lists specific strategies to achieve environmental improvements in the areas of water quality, scenic resources, and Stream Environment Zones (SEZs).

7.1 GOALS AND POLICIES
This subsection outlines Conservation goals and policies for the Tourist Core Area Plan. These goals and policies implement the vision and guiding principles discussed in Section 4.

Goal NCR-1 Scenic Resources
To protect and enhance the visual connection between South Lake Tahoe and the Lake Tahoe Region’s scenic resources.
 Policy NCR-1.1
Improve the visual quality of the built environment consistent with the general recommendations for site planning found in the TRPA Scenic Quality Improvement Program (SQIP) to attain threshold attainment for Scenic Roadway Units # 32, 33 and 45.  Policy NCR-1.2
Maintain Stream Environment Zone (SEZ) restoration sites and stormwater drainage basins as view corridors and scenic resources to relieve the strip commercial character along US Highway 50 within the Tourist Core.
 Policy NCR-1.3
Adopt siting and building design standards and guidelines to protect, improve, and enhance the scenic quality of the natural and built environment and take full advantage of scenic resources through site orientation, building setbacks, preservation of viewsheds, and height limits.

Goal NCR-2 Stream Environment Zones
To protect past existing Stream Environmental Zone (SEZ) restoration projects and areas of undisturbed SEZ within the Tourist Core Area Plan.
 Policy NCR-2.1
Increase the area of naturally functioning SEZs by preserving existing SEZs and initiating and completing the restoration/rehabilitation of 7 acres of disturbed SEZs.  Policy NCR-2.2
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 Policy NCR-2.3
Encourage the use and access to designated open space for passive recreation uses when they conform to resource restrictions.
 Policy NCR-2.4
Restore SEZs and other sensitive lands within and outside of the Area Plan through transfers of existing development, development potential, and coverage to high capability lands within the Tourist Core.

Goal NCR-3 Water Quality
To protect and enhance the clarity of Lake Tahoe and water quality in the area’s rivers, creeks, and groundwater
 Policy NCR-3.1
Ensure installation and maintenance of Best Management Practices (BMPs) on all projects delegated under the permitting authority of the Memorandum of Understanding between TRPA and the City of South Lake Tahoe.
 Policy NCR-3.2
Coordinate with TRPA to support and/or enforce private property BMP certification with a near-term focus on commercial and multi-family land uses that are adjacent, have connected impervious surfaces, or are in the same catchment as EIP Environmental Improvement Program (EIP) projects or public projects.
 Policy NCR-3.23
Coordinate with TRPA to prioritize and implement Environmental Improvement ProgramEIP (EIP) water quality improvement projects based primarily on their ability to reduce pollutant loads.
 Policy NCR-3.34
Implement the recommendations outlined in the City of South Lake Tahoe Pollutant Load Reduction Plan (PLRP) to achieve the Lake Tahoe TMDL five-year load reduction targets for year 2016.
 Policy NCR-3.45
Collaborate with Lahontan to update and refine the Pollutant Load Reduction Strategy for load reduction targets beyond the year 2016 and update the Pollutant Load Reduction Plan as necessary to achieve the Lake Tahoe TMDL load reduction targets. The Tourist Core Area Plan hereby incorporates by reference all, monitoring , operations and maintenance, and reporting required by the City’s NPDES permit, the adopted Pollutant Load Reduction Plan and the Stormwater Management Plan, which will also be utilized by TRPA in the 4-year Area Plan recertification process pursuant to TRPA Code Sections

13.8.2 and 13.8.5.
 Policy NCR-3.56
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Maximize opportunities to remove or mitigate excess land coverage throughout the Tourist Core Area Plan
 Policy NCR-4.1
Onsite land coverage reduction will occur primarily through environmental redevelopment by providing development incentives in centers that promote the relocation and transfer of land coverage. The City will endeavor, where feasible, to reduce and avoid creating new coverage in order to benefit the objectives of the TCAP and other areas of South Tahoe.
 Policy NCR-4.2
The City shall consider opportunities for coverage reduction in all private and public redevelopment projects in the Tourist Core.
 Policy NCR-4.3
Encourage on-site landscaping in all private and public redevelopment projects that results in coverage reduction. Landscape features should be integrated with BMPs to treat stormwater runoff.
 Policy NCR-4.4
Priority should be given to transferring hard coverage from SEZs and other sensitive lands to high capabilityhigh-capability lands within the Tourist Core.

Goal NCR-5 Air Quality
To incorporate air quality improvements and emission reductions in the Tourist Core.  Policy NCR-5.1
The City shall incorporate measures to reduce construction-generated emissions to the extent feasible on a project-specific basis. Such measures may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 Implement measures recommended by the El Dorado County Air Quality Management District.
 Prohibit open burning of debris from site clearing unless involved with a fuels reduction project.
 Utilize low emission construction equipment and/or fuels and use existing power sources (e.g., power poles), wherever feasible.
 Restriction of idling of construction equipment and vehicles.  Apply water to control dust as needed to prevent dust impacts offsite.

7.2 IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
This subsection outlines natural resource strategies that implement the vision, guiding principles and the goals and policies of the Tourist Core Area Plan.

SCENIC RESOURCES
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Natural and Cultural Resources 7-4 October 15, 2013May 2024 As discussed in the Section 3, Existing Conditions, TRPA Threshold Evaluations noted that the majority of roadway units with improved threshold scores fall partially or wholly within Community Plan areasAreas. Removal of degraded structures, improvement in architectural quality of new and remodeled structures, increased landscaping, creation of open space and landscape drainage basins, installing curb, gutters and pedestrian sidewalks and consolidating highway curb cuts, and improved signage have all contributed to a transformation in many of these units. This improvement affects both travel route and scenic quality ratings.

Within the Area Plan, two Scenic Threshold Travel Routes (Units #32 and #33) are close to threshold attainment and one (Unit #31) is in attainment. Continued improvements in the built environment by implementing the recommendations of the Scenic Quality Improvement Program, implementing design standards of the Area Plan that upgrade the overall architectural quality, preserving open space and viewsheds, installing curb and gutter along US Highway 50 are expected to move these units into attainment. The following implementation strategies are intended to promote threshold attainment:
 Zone SEZ restoration sites and stormwater drainage basins as Open Space in the Tourist Core Area Plan
 Designate the following as scenic resources:
 The view of the Wildwood Basins and artificial wetlands located adjacent to US Highway 50.
 The mountain and ridgeline viewshed located at the intersection of US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard looking towards East Peak and Heavenly Ski Resort.  The view of Lake Tahoe located at the intersection of US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard looking towards Lake Tahoe and Ski Run Marina.  Incorporate design standards that enhance the scenic quality of the natural and built environment in the Tourist Core for the following areas:
 Architectural Style
 Building Materials
 Building Colors
 Building Height
 Access Drives
 Parking
 Lighting
 Landscaping
 Signs
 Utility Lines
 Install pedestrian sidewalks along Pioneer Trail from the intersection of US Highway 50 to Larch Avenue
 Upgrade the Linear Parkway.
 Install curb and gutters as part of the Caltrans US 50 Water Quality Improvement Project from just west of Ski Run Boulevard to Wildwood Avenue.  Implement the City of South Lake Tahoe’s Business Façade Improvement Program to provide low-interest loans to local businesses and Business Improvement Districts to aesthetically improve building facades.
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STREAM ENVIRONMENT ZONE
The Tourist Core Area Plan responds to the needed SEZ improvements. The following programs and key strategies are intended to promote SEZ threshold attainment:
 Prioritize the existing tourist accommodation uses east of the wildwood basinsWildwood Basins for SEZ restoration. Encourage property owners to use TRPA’s transfer incentives to relocate the tourist accommodation units to more appropriate locations.  Restore the disturbed SEZ on the Colony Inn parcel located along Montreal Road.

WATER QUALITY
The Tourist Core Area Plan responds to the needed EIP improvements in water quality by continuing to require installation of on-site BMPs, construction and maintenance of water quality improvement projects within the Tourist Core and implementation of the City’s TMDL Pollutant Load Reduction Plan. The following programs and key strategies are intended to promote water quality threshold attainment.

BMPs: Implement the following BMP Projects
 Focus BMP installation and compliance on commercial and multi-family projects within the Tourist Core that are adjacent, have connected impervious surfaces, or the same catchment as EIP or public projects.
 The City shall require BMPs to be installed and maintained in on all projects reviewed under the City’s MOU to capture a 20-year, one-hour storm or alternative BMPs if infiltration is not possible.
 Coordinate with TRPA to support and/or enforce private property BMP certification with a near-term focus on approximately 290 acres of commercial land uses that directly discharge stormwater to Lake Tahoe
EIP Projects: Implement the following Water Quality Improvement Projects (WQIPs):
 US Highway 50 Water Quality Improvement Project: Caltrans will treat storm stormwater runoff from US Highway 50 from the intersection of US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard to Wildwood Avenue. This project is completed.under construction.  Rocky Point Erosion Control Project, Phase 4b: Implement adaptive management to previously constructed water quality improvements to improve storm water treatment efficiency. Adaptive management measures include improved storm drain inlets to increase the amount of storm water captured and infiltrated in basins, vegetation restoration, rock slope protection, and addressing perceived safety issues. This project is scheduled for construction in 2013completed.
 Bijou Area Erosion Control Project: Phase I project focuses on two key elements: (1) replacement of the existing Bijou Creek storm drain system that conveys storm water runoff from the 1,300-acre Bijou Creek watershed to Lake Tahoe; and (2) construction of a comprehensive regional treatment system for runoff generated in the Bijou commercial 1165
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Natural and Cultural Resources 7-6 October 15, 2013May 2024 Commercial coreCore. The existing, failing fifty (50) year old Bijou Creek storm drain system will be replaced from the outlet of Bijou Meadow, under Fairway Drive and U.S.US Highway 50, through the Bijou commercial Commercial coreCore, and to Lake Tahoe, with a new underground drainage system. Replacement will allow for the separation of storm water from the upper watershed from high pollutant load storm stormwater in the commercial Commercial coreCore. The Bijou commercial Commercial core Core component is designated as a priority project in the City’s Pollution Load Reduction Plan and is discussed in further detail below under the Tahoe TMDL. This project is completed.

Tahoe TMDL: Implement the recommendations identified in the City of South Lake Tahoe Pollutant Load Reduction Plan (PLRP) for achieving the 10 percent load reduction target for the first five-yearsto achieve the 10 percent load reduction target for the first five years.

The City’s selected approach to meet load reduction targets combines the registration of Water Quality Improvement Projects (WQIP) completed from 2004-2016 with the implementation of a pilot program to improve road operations for water quality. Specific actions include the following:
 Register Completed WQIPs (2004-2012): The City has completed seven WQIPs. The Urban Planning Catchments (UPCs) that encompasses the seven completed project areas will be registered with the Lake Clarity Crediting Program. Of the seven WQIP projects completed by the City that will be registered, two are located within the Tourist Core Area Plan and treat runoff from within the Area Plan and from adjacent neighborhoods. The two WQIPs are Rock Point 1 & 2 and Rock Point 3 & 4.  Construct and Register Active WQIPs (2013-2016): Three WQIPs are in active stages of planning and design. Construction is expected to be completed by the load reduction deadline of September 2016 and the UPCs associated with the three projects will be registered with the Lake Clarity Crediting Program. The three new projects identified in the Load Reduction Plan are: 1) Bijou Commercial Core, 2) Harrison Avenue and 3) Sierra Tract Phase 3 & 4. Of the three projects, only the Bijou Community Core falls partially within the Tourist Core Area Plan. The Bijou Community Core project has been constructed and has been registered.

High pollutant storm water from City right-of-way, Caltrans right-of-way, and private property in the Bijou commercial Commercial core Core will be collected in a separate drainage system and directed through a series of underground vaults to remove sediment. Storm water will then be pumped through an underground storm drain pipe to water quality treatment basins in the upper watershed for infiltration.  Implement a Pilot Program for Improved Road ConditionsRoad Operations: Through a pilot program, the City will implement the following: 1) Switch to a road abrasive source with less Fine Sediment Particle (FSP) to reduce the average annual mass of FSP generated by City roads from sanding practices, and 2) Improve FSP recovery on a subset of City roads that generate high amounts of pollutants through frequent sweeping.

The pilot program will target frequent sweeping of Primary Roads within UPCs that are directly connected to Lake Tahoe. Specifically, these roads include Ski Run Boulevard, Pioneer Trail, and portions of Needle Peak road and Wildwood Avenue. Of the targeted roads, Ski Run Boulevard and Pioneer Trail are located within the Tourist Core Area Plan. The targeted roads will be swept with the City’s dustless regenerative air sweepers after each winter abrasive application, as road conditions allow, and once monthly otherwise.Implement road operations improvements to attain a Road RAM score of 3.0 on all City Streets through improved road operations including 1) spot sanding at key intersections, steep hills, and critical public safety areas; 2) utilize the refined Washoe Sand specification developed by El Dorado County Transportation Division, which are 1166
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Using the Lake Clarity Credits as the defining performance metric, the Pollutant Load Reductin Model (PLRM) analysis estimates that the City will obtain the necessary credits to achieve the 10 percent reduction by 2016.concluded that the City met the 2016 load reduction requirements contained in the 2011 MS4 permit.

In addition to the load reduction targets, the MS4 permit issued by Lahontan to the City of South Lake identified a number of milestones for load reduction planning efforts which include:
 Pollutant Load Reduction Progress Report – October 1, 2013  Report of Waste Discharge and Updated Pollutant Load Reduction Plan – June 9, 2016 The City will continue to track abrasive applications and materials recovered by sweeping and vactoring, which helps identify areas with high pollutant loading. City will continue to inspect facilities during large runoff events, to determine whether constructed source control, conveyance, and treatment measures are functioning as designed. The City will also complete annual stormwater system, construction and commercial, industrial, and municipal site inspections as required in the MS4 permit. These activities form the foundation of the City’s internal approach to assess assessing its stormwater management activities and provide data to support assessments and reporting of load reduction progress during the implementation of the PLRP. Moreover, it provides valuable data for updating of the PRLP for year 2016 and beyond.

Figure 7-2 depicts proposed EIP and TMDL water quality improvement projects within the Tourist Core Area Plan and its vicinity to be implemented to improve the water quality, soils and SEZ thresholds.
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Rocky Point ECP Phase 4b
Bijou ECP
Bijou Commercial Core
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Enhanced Street Sweeping
Ski Run Boulevard
Needle Peak Road
Wildwood Avenue
Pioneer Trail
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TAHOE
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NEVADA (Douglas Co.)
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Lakeside
Marina
Osgood Basin
SEZ Restoration
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1 & 2
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Park Avenue
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North
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Stateline
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Bijou Erosion Control Project
Bijou Commercial Core
Rocky Point
Erosion Control Project
Phase 4b
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Tourist Core Area Plan
Buildings
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Rocky Point
Wildwood
Osgood
Super 8
Heavenly
Bijou
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Erosion Control Projects
Detention Basins
SEZ Restoration
US 50
Ski Run Blvd
Proposed Projects
Rocky Point ECP Phase 4b
Bijou ECP
Bijou Commercial Core
US 50 WQIP
Enhanced Street Sweeping
Ski Run Boulevard
Needle Peak Road
Wildwood Avenue
Pioneer Trail
Source: City of South Lake Tahoe EIP and CIP,
City of South Lake Tahoe Pollutant Load Reduction Plan, 2013 and City of South Lake Tahoe Pollutant Load Reduction Strategy, 2012.

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Section 8

RECREATION
This section outlines recreation goals and policies for the Tourist Core Area Plan. These goals and policies implement the vision and guiding principles discussed in Section 4.

8.1 GOALS AND POLICIES
Goal R-1
To preserve and enhance the high qualityhigh-quality recreational experience in the Tourist Core  Policy R-1.1
Develop an interconnected system of open spaces, gathering places, bike and pedestrian trails, and other types of public and private spaces as part of new development and redevelopment of existing sites.

Goal R-2
To increase open space opportunities within the Tourist Core.  Policy R-2.1
Encourage the reduction of roadway width of US Highway 50 thoroughfare between Park Avenue through the Casino Resort area and increase the amount of landscaping and pedestrian sidewalks on both sides of the highway.
 Policy R-2.2
Encourage open space to “spill” into the adjacent roadways, parking lots and commercial areas with planting islands and landscaped walking trails.  Policy R-2.3
Encourage landscaped, small, passive parks in and around the Tourist Core.

Goal R-3
To increase connection to recreation access and opportunities.  Policy R-3.1
Develop a bike trail system that links Ski Run Marina, Ski Run Boulevard, the pedestrian/tourist center at Stateline, Lakeside Beach area and Van Sickle Bi-State Park.  Policy R-3.2
Provide pedestrian and bicycle access from the Tourist Center District to Lake Tahoe and Van Sickle Bi-State Park along Stateline Avenue and Park Avenue. 1171
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 Policy R-3.3
Install an integrated way-finding signage system to direct bicycles and pedestrians to recreation opportunities and the Lake Tahoe.
 Policy R-3.4
Maintain and develop information centers for entertainment information and recreation opportunities in the south shoreSouth Shore.
 Policy R-3.5
Incentivize the establishment of businesses and facilities that promote the south shoreSouth Shore as an eco-tourism recreation destination.

Goal R-4
To increase public access to Lake Tahoe from the Tourist Center District.  Policy R-4.1
Improve transit and trail connections that access beach recreation facilities.  Policy R-4.2
Encourage increased public use of the Ski Run and Lakeside Marina through such means as public access, commercial expansion and waterborne transit.

Goal R-5
To create public gathering spaces for visitors and residents to meet, socialize, relax and interact.  Policy R-5.1
Require projects over 50,000 square feet within the TSC-C district to provide informal gathering areas and places for community activities and performances.  Policy R-5.2
Require all gathering places to include seating, tables and other amenities attractive to shoppers and pedestrians.
 Policy R-5.3
Promote Art in Public Places in open space parcels, pedestrian areas as well as within and surrounding tourist accommodations and commercial shopping centers.

Goal R-6
Provide for temporary events in the Tourist Center DistrictCore Area Plan.  Policy R-6.1
Encourage temporary events and activities within the Tourist Core on public and private lands to increase pedestrian activity in commercial areas. 1172
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8.2 IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
This subsection outlines recreation improvements that implement the vision, guiding principles and the goals, goals, and policies of the Tourist Core Area Plan listed above. • Expand the City’s Way-Finding program in the Tourist Center Core District to direct pedestrian and bicycle traffic to recreation opportunities including but not limited to:, including but not limited to Van Sickle Bi-State Park, Lakeside Marina, Edgewood Golf Course, Heavenly Gondola and the Nevada Beach Trail.
• Prioritize the existing tourist accommodation uses east of the wildwood basinsWildwood Basins for SEZ restoration. Encourage property owners to use TRPA transfer incentives to relocate the tourist accommodation units to higher capability lands in the Tourist Core. • Establish a dialogue with the California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) and the United States Fores Service (USFS) to consider allowing access to open space parcels for passive recreation uses that conform to resource restrictions within the Tourist Core and its surroundings.
• Modify policies on Commercial Floor Area (CFA) and coverage allocations from the City’s bank to incentivize businesses and facilities that promote the South Shore as an ecotourism recreation destination. • Support the California Tahoe ConservancyCTC in its efforts to implement the Connelly Beach Public Access Project located west of the Beach Retreat parcel to provide a second access to Connelly Beach in addition to Timber Cove pier. 1173
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Public/Quasi-Public Facilities and Services 9-1 October 15, 2013May 2024 Section 9

PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC FACILITIES AND

SERVICES
This section outlines public/quasi-public facilities and services goals and polices for the Tourist Core Area Plan. These goals and policies implement the vision and guiding principles discussed in Section 4.

9.1 GOALS AND POLICIES
Goal PS-1
To improve public and quasi-public facilities in the Tourist Core.  Policy PS-1.1
Public and quasi-public service facilities should be upgraded to supporting existing development, redevelopment, and planned development within the Tourist Core consistent with TRPA’s Regional Plan and the City’s General Plan.  Policy PS-1.2
Locate appropriate public service facilities within the Tourist Core so as to increase pedestrian/bicycle transportation and serve as a catalyst for private development.

Goal PS-2
To maintain adequate water and sewer capacity within the Tourist Core.  Policy PS-2.1
Support South Tahoe Public Utility District and the Lakeside Park Association in upgrading their water and sewer systems as necessary to service all properties and provide for emergency needs.
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Section 10

IMPLEMENTATATION
This section sets how the goals and policies of the Tourist Core Area Plan are to be implemented.

This section describes environmental and capital improvement projects, mitigation fee programs, and incentive programs to implement the policies of this area plan to promote Threshold gains.

10.1 CAPITAL AND EIP PROGRAMS

TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION
To improve traffic, circulation. pedestrian mobility and air quality in the area, the following improvements are planned.

Improvements Description Responsible
Party
US 50/South Shore
Community
Revitalization Project.

This project would create a pedestrian and bicycle friendly commercial Commercial core Core between Pioneer Trail and Stateline along US Highway 50.

TTD
South Tahoe
Greenway
This project would construct a Class I multishared-use path from Van Sickle Bi-State Park to Meyers. A segment that runs from Sierra Boulevard to Herbert Avenue has been constructed.

CTC
Linear Park
Improvements
The Linear Park Improvements include the repair of the Class I bike path, re-landscaping and installing irrigation and new pedestrian lighting along the US Highway 50 frontage in the vicinity of the Tahoe Meadows subdivision. This project has been approved by TRPA.

CSLT
Pioneer Trail
Improvements
The Pioneer Trail Pedestrian Upgrade project consists of construction of sidewalks along both sides of Pioneer Trail between U.S.US Highway 50 and Larch Avenue. This project is scheduled for 2013completed.

CSLT
Continue to construct pedestrian sidewalks on both sides of Pioneer Trail from Larch Avenue to the intersection of Pioneer Trail and Ski Run Boulevard. This project is projected to started in 2024.

CSLT
Ski Run
Improvements
To stripe a Class II bike lane on both sides of Ski Run Boulevard from US Highway 50 to Pioneer Trail.

CSLT
US 50 Improvements The US Highway 50 Water Quality Improvement Project consists of upgrading US Highway 50 to treat stormwater runoff and installing new ADA compliant sidewalks and pedestrian streetlights from 200 feet west of Ski Run Blvd. to Wildwood Avenue on the

CALTRANS
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Improvements Description Responsible
Party
south side of US 50. Scheduled 2013.This project is completed.

Construct a Class II bike lane from the intersection of Ski Run Boulevard and US Highway 50 to the Stateline.

CALTRANS
RTP #74. US Highway 50 Signal Synchronization and Adaptive Signals Project. Upgrade signal timing equipment at signalized intersections along US Highway 50 to improve traffic flow.

CALTRANS
RTP #81. Signalization Upgrade. Upgrade signal timing equipment at City of South Lake Tahoe signalized intersections to improve traffic flow.

CSLT

CALTRANS
Bike Paths, Lanes
and Routes
Improvements
Construct a Class I multishared-use bike path from the intersection of Pioneer Trail to the Stateline on the lakeside of US Highway 50.

CSLT
Construct a pedestrian sidewalk and Class II lane from the intersection of Park and Pine Avenues down Pine Avenue to Lakeshore Boulevard.

CSLT
Construct a Class I multishared-use path connecting the Tourist Core to Van Sickle Bi-State Park in the vicinity of the state line.

Completed.

TTD
CTC
CSLT
Construct a Class I multishared-use bike path from the US 50 and Ski Run Boulevard heading west to Lakeview Commons.

Scheduled 2015.Completed.

CSLT
Construct a Class II bike lane along US Highway 50 from the intersection of Park Avenue and Pine Avenue to the state line.

CSLT
Construct a pedestrian sidewalk and Class III bike route along Stateline Avenue from US Highway 50 to Lakeshore Boulevard CSLT

PRIVATE
Construct a Class II bike lane along Lake Parkway from Heavenly Village Way to the state line.

CSLT

CALTRANS
Pedestrian
Improvements
Complete the pedestrian sidewalks in the tourist core areaTourist Core Area by installing a sidewalk on the north side of US Highway 50 from Friday Avenue to the Stateline. Schedule 2014.Completed.

PRIVATE

CALTRANS

TRANSIT IMPROVEMENTS
To reduce vehicle trip ends and level of service targets; transit services should be improved.

Improvements Description Responsible
Party
Waterborne Transit Two forms of waterborne transit are envisioned, one would provide passenger ferry service to connect the south shoreSouth Shore of Lake Tahoe, potentially Ski Run Marina, to the north shoreNorth Shore, tentatively Tahoe City Marina. This service would serve as a commuter option for those traveling between north North and south shoreSouth Shore but it would also provide visitors with a quicker and more scenic alternative to driving. A secondary water taxi service would connect the marinas and beaches along the south shoreSouth Shore
creating a unique and convenient way for connecting people to local recreation resources.

Private
TTD
Transit Service Expand transit service to Lakeside Marina, Lakeside Beach, and TTD 1178
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Improvements Description Responsible
Party
Edgewood Golf Course.

STREAM ENVIRONMENT ZONE RESTORATION PROGRAM
The purpose is to restore as much SEZ as possible, where feasible, to help meet TRPA threshold targets.

Improvements Description Responsible
Party
US Highway
50/Wildwood
Prioritize the existing tourist accommodation uses east of the wildwood basinsWildwood Basins for SEZ restoration.

Encourage property owners to use TRPA transfer incentives to relocate the tourist accommodation units to higher capability lands in the Tourist Core.

CSLT

WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS
The purpose is to implement water quality improvement projects and programs to help achieve TRPA’s water quality threshold and the California Regional Water Quality Control BoardLahontan Region TMDL pollutant load reduction targets.

Improvements Description Responsible
Party
US Highway 50 Water
Quality Improvement
Project:

Caltrans will treat stormwater runoff from US Highway 50 from the intersection of US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard to Wildwood Avenue. CompletedThis project is currently under construction.

CALTRANS
Rocky Point Erosion
Control Project, Phase
4b
Implement adaptive management to previously constructed water quality improvements to improve storm water treatment efficiency. Adaptive management measures include improved storm drain inlets to increase the amount of storm water captured and infiltrated in basins, vegetation restoration, rock slope protection, and addressing perceived safety issues. This project is scheduled for construction in 2013.Completed CSLT
Bijou Area Erosion
Control Project
Phase I project focuses on two key elements: (1) replacement of the existing Bijou Creek storm drain system that conveys storm water runoff from the 1,300-acre Bijou Creek watershed to Lake Tahoe; and (2) construction of a comprehensive regional treatment system for runoff generated in the Bijou commercial Commercial coreCore. The existing, failing fifty (50) year old Bijou Creek storm drain system will be replaced from the outlet of Bijou Meadow, under Fairway Drive and U.S.US Highway 50, through the Bijou commercial Commercial coreCore, and to Lake Tahoe, with a new underground drainage system. Replacement will allow for the separation of storm water from the upper CSLT
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Improvements Description Responsible
Party
watershed from high pollutant load storm water in the
commercial Commercial core Core The Bijou commercial
Commercial core Core component is designated as a priority project in the City’s PLRP and is discussed in further detail below under the Tahoe TMDL. Scheduled 2013.Completed
Register Completed
WQIPs (2004-2012):

The City has completed seven WQIPs. The Urban Planning
Catchments (UPCs) that encompassesurban planning
catchments (UPCs) that encompass the seven completed project areas will be registered with the Lake Clarity Crediting Program.

Of the seven WQIP projects completed by the City that will be registered, two are located within the Tourist Core Area Plan and treat runoff from within the Area Plan and from adjacent neighborhoods. The two WQIPs are Rock Point 1 & 2 and Rock Point 3 & 4.

CSLT
Construct and Register
Active WQIPs (2013-
2016)
Three WQIPs are in active stages of planning and design.

Construction is expected to be completed by the load reduction deadline of September 2016 and the UPCs associated with the three projects will be registered with the Lake Clarity Crediting Program. The three new projects identified in the Load
Reduction Plan are: 1) Bijou Commercial Core, 2) Harrison Avenue and 3) Sierra Tract Phase 3 & 4. Of the three projects, only the Bijou Community Core falls partially within the Tourist Core Area Plan. Completed
High pollutant storm water from City right-of-way, Caltrans rightof-way, and private property in the Bijou commercial Commercial core Core will be collected in a separate drainage system and directed through a series of underground vaults to remove sediment. Storm water will then be pumped through an
underground storm drain pipedrainpipe to water quality
treatment basins in the upper watershed for infiltration.

Completed
CSLT
Enhanced Street
Sweeping
Continue road operations improvements to attain a Road RAM score of 3.0 on all City Streets through improved road
operations, including 1) spot sanding at key intersections, steep hills, and critical public safety areas; 2) utilize the refined Washoe Sand specification developed by El Dorado County Transportation Division, which are less prone to pulverization when compared to the previously used volcanic cinders; 3) use advanced Epoke sander units with precision application controls, ability to pre-wet
sand with brine to reduce bounce and scatter, enabling more targeted and effective deployment of traction sand; and 4) increase street sweeping with new Elgin Eagle dustless
sweepers as soon as weather and roadway conditions allow after application of traction sand.Through a pilot program, the City will implement the following: 1) Switch to a road abrasive source with less Fine Sediment Particle (FSP) to reduce the average annual mass of FSP generated by City roads from sanding practices, and 2) Improve FSP recovery on a subset of City roads that generate high amounts of pollutants through frequent sweeping. The pilot program will target frequent sweeping of Primary Roads within UPCs that are directly connected to Lake Tahoe. Specifically, these roads include Ski Run Boulevard, Pioneer Trail, and the portion of Needle Peak road and Wildwood Avenue. Of the targeted roads, Ski Run Boulevard and Pioneer Trail are located within the Tourist Core Area Plan. The targeted roads will be swept with the City’s CSLT
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Improvements Description Responsible
Party
dustless regenerative air sweepers after each winter abrasive application, as road conditions allow, and once monthly otherwise.

Stormwater System City will complete annual stormwater system, construction and commercial, industrial, and municipal site inspections required in the NPDES MS4 permit.

CSLT
BMP Compliance Focus BMP installation and compliance on commercial and multi-family projects within the Area Plan that are adjacent, have connected impervious surfaces, or the same catchment as EIP or public projects.

TRPA
Ensure BMPs are incorporated in all projects reviewed under the City’s MOU to capture a 20-year, one-hour storm or alternative BMPs if infiltration is not possible.

CSLT
Coordinate with TRPA to support and/or enforce private property BMP certification with a near-term focus on approximately 290 acres of commercial land uses that directly discharge stormwater to Lake Tahoe
CSLT
TRPA
Road Operations The City will continue to track abrasive applications and materials recovered by sweeping and vactoring in order to identify areas with high pollutant loads.

CSLT

SCENIC IMPROVEMENTS
To continue to restore the scenic quality of US Highway 50 and Pioneer Trail scenic roadway units and improve the overall community character within the area plan.

Improvements Description Responsible
Party
US 50 Install curb, gutter, sidewalks, street lights and landscaping to provide a “clean edge” along the roadway. Implement the following projects:
- US Highway 50 Water Quality Improvement Project
- Pioneer Trail Pedestrian Upgrades
- Linear Park Improvements
- Completed.

CALTRANS
CSLT
Development and
Design Standards
Implement the development and design standards and
guidelines for the Tourist Core Area Plan to enhance the built environment, promote pedestrian mobility and provide for scenic viewshed protection.

CSLT
Land Use Designate SEZ restoration sites and stormwater drainage basins as Open Space in the Tourist Core Area Plan. Completed.

CSLT
Scenic Quality Ratings Designate the following as scenic resources:
- Wildwood Basins.
- Mountain and ridgeline viewshed located at the
intersection of US Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard
looking towards East Peak and Heavenly Ski Resort.
- Lake viewshed located at the intersection of US
Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard looking towards
Lake Tahoe and Ski Run Marina.
- Completed.

CSLT
TRPA
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Improvements Description Responsible
Party
Business Façade
Improvement Program
Implement a program to provide low-interest loans to local businesses and Business Improvement Districts to install aesthetically improved building facades.

CSLT
SQIP Implement the SQIP recommendations in non-attainment scenic roadway units during project review.

CSLT

RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS
To improve access to public recreation opportunities.

Improvements Description Responsible
Party
Way-Finding Signage
Program
Expand the City’s Way-Finding program in the Tourist Center Core District to direct pedestrian and bicycle traffic to recreation opportunities including but not limited to: Van Sickle Bi-State Park, Lakeside Marina, Edgewood Golf Course, Heavenly
Gondola and the Nevada Beach Trail.

CSLT

CALTRANS
CTC
Private
Parks Prioritize the relocation of existing tourist accommodation uses east of the wildwood basinsWildwood Basins for SEZ restoration and expand the existing passive memorial parkMemorial Park.

Encourage property owners to use TRPA transfer incentives to relocate the tourist units to higher capability lands in the Tourist Core Area Plan.

CSLT
CTC
Allow open space parcels to be utilized for passive recreation and seating areas. Ensure the use conforms with resource restrictions such as SEZs.

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10.2 ECONOMIC AND SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMS
To promote economic activity and increase pedestrian activitiesy in the Tourist Core.

Improvements Description Responsible
Party
Special Event Area
Designation
The City shall pursue obtaining a TRPA special event permit designation for areas within the Tourist Core. Temporary activities may occur in the special event area without further TRPA review upon approval of a special event area. All other temporary special events outside the identified special event area will require a temporary special activity permit.

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Party
Energy Star green building certification to access the City’s CFA pool.

10.3 INCENTIVE PROGRAMS
The purpose of this program is to provide incentives to property owners and local governments to implement improvements in the Tourist Core and support the attainment of TRPA’s Thresholds.  Alternative Excess Land Coverage Program
The purpose of this program is to reduce excess land coverage in the area plan and related hydrologic area. This system is in lieu of the TRPA excess coverage program set forth in Section 30.6 of the TRPA Code of Ordinances
Excess coverage reductions, which occur when implementing Capital Improvement Project (CIP) andCIP/EIP projects, shall be banked for use by participants in an assessment district or other such program. Pursuant to TRPA Code Subsection

30.6.1.B.5, a land banking accounting system is established to bank and credit coverage not necessary for the CIP/EIP in the Tourist Core. The TRPA, with City concurrence, will allow individual property owners to access this land bank to meet their obligations under TRPA Code Section 30.6: , Excess Land Coverage Mitigation Program. The maximum amount of draw from the bank shall be limited to the amount of financial participation the individual property owner has made to the improvement.

Private entities which contribute financially to an assessment district projects may utilize the excess coverage credits if they are credited to the district.  Alternate Water Quality Fee Program
An Area Plan may propose to establish area-wide water quality treatments and funding mechanisms in lieu of certain site-specific BMPs, subject to the requirements outlined in TRPA Code section Section 13.5.3.B.3. All properties within the Tourist Core Area Plan that participate in an area-wide treatment system that have been implemented through public Public works Works projects will be considered as meeting the requirement of TRPA Code Chapter 60: , Water Quality for drainage storage and treatment. Any financial contributions for these drainage systems, when on-site drainage is also provided, shall be credited to the Chapter 60 off-site mitigation fee requirements. On-site BMP treatment, such as paving and revegetation, are still required where feasible as part of this program.

Public and private entities which contribute financially are eligible to participate.  Alternate Traffic and Air Quality Fee Program
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65.2.4.C of the TRPA Code of Ordinances for collection of fees for offsite traffic and air quality mitigation.

The Transportation and Circulation Element of the Tourist Core Area Plan lists improvements needed to help meet the VMT and Air Quality Thresholds. Implementation of the listed improvements will provide the necessary mitigation. Fees or assessments paid equivalent to the requirements of TRPA Code Section 65.2.4 to implement the improvement listed, will be considered in lieu of the requirements of TRPA Code Section

65.2.4. Public and private entities demonstrating equivalent contributions to the construction of the listed improvements may credit such contributions to TRPA Code Section 65.2.4 requirements.
 Land Coverage
A conforming Area Plan is eligible for the transfer of coverage program pursuant to TRPA Code Section 30.4.2: , Transferred Land Coverage Requirements. Maximum coverage for facilities located in the Tourist Core but further than 300 feet of the High Water Line of Lake Tahoe is 70 percent of the project area located within Land Capability Districts 4 – 7, inclusive. Moreover, the transfer of soft coverage from SEZs can be used for all use types in the Tourist Core Area Plan.

The following land coverage provisions in TRPA Code Section 30.6.4 are applicable throughout the Region:
- Non-motorized public trails are exempt from coverage subject to accessibility, trail route design, trail design, and designation provisions. - Coverage exemptions for non-permanent structure up to 120 square feet subject to BMPs, land capability verification, location, and aggregate limitation provisions.
- Coverage exemptions for new residential pervious decks subject to size, design, BMPs, location, and aggregate limitation provisions.
- Coverage exemptions for legally existing decks that meet all approval criteria are met.
 Transfer of Nonconforming Land Coverage in Centers
Pursuant to TRPA Code Subsection 30.4.2.C of the TRPA Code of Ordinances, existing development, relocated to a Town Center or a Regional Center where and the sending site is restored and retired, may maintain nonconforming land coverage. The receiving site shall be developed in accordance with all applicable TRPA ordinances and the site shall be either the same size or larger than the prior site. If the new project site is smaller, the amount of nonconforming coverage transferred shall be reduced on a proportional basis. The balance of nonconforming coverage may be banked and transferred elsewhere.
 Off-site Excess Coverage Mitigation
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A project may mitigate its excess land coverage by reducing coverage off-site in a different hydrologically hydrologically-related area provided the restoration occurs on more sensitive lands than the project area.
 On-site Removal and Retirement of Excess Coverage in the Tourist Core Area Plan Pursuant to TRPA Code Section 30.6.3 of the TRPA Code of Ordinances, on-site removal of remaining excess coverage, in a Town Center or a Regional Center, may earn multi-residential bonus units, tourist accommodation bonus units, and/or commercial floor area.
 Commercial Floor Area AllocationDevelopment Rights
The City of South Lake Tahoe provides a pool of Commercial Floor Area (CFA) development rights (CFA, coverage, units of use, potential units of use) at a reasonable cost and free for certain project types in order to create an investment stimulant for creating change. CFA is provided as an incentive, not an entitlement, in order to encourage property owners to move forward with projects that are beneficial to the environment, community and the economy.

Projects eligible for an allocation of CFA from the City’s pools must meet the following criteria:

1. Be within an adopted community plan area,The subject property must be in the City of South Lake Tahoe.

2. Meet the criteria for CFA allocations required by the applicable community plan,A planning application shall be on file with the Development Services Department.

3. Meet all applicable design standards,

4. Include the construction of improvements that will benefit the public and community which are more extensive than required by the applicable community plan or City Code; and

5.3.Provide an economic benefit to the community with enough significance to merit the allocation of the City’s CFA resource.

An additional 160,347 square feet of CFA is available from the TRPA Pool as development transfer match to Town Centers and the Regional Center. See Transfer of Development Rights to the Tourist Core Area Plan and Transfer of Existing Development to the Tourist Core Area Plan program descriptions below.  Tourist Accommodation Bonus Units
A total of 147 tourist bonus units are available for use by projects in the Tourist Core.

Twenty-five (25) 25 bonus units are assigned to the Tourist Core, 40 bonus units are available from TRPA’s Community Plan pool, and 82 are available from TRPA’s Special Projects Pool. Tourist bonus units from the TRPA Community Plan pool or units assigned to the area plan may be earned in accordance with TRPA Code Section 52.4 when matched with a transfer of an existing tourist accommodations unit. Tourist bonus units may also be earned from the Special Project Pool in accordance with TRPA Code Section 50.6.4.D.
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In addition to the TRPA Code provisions listed above, tourist bonus units may also be earned as a transfer match for the transfer of existing development to Town Centers and the Regional Center in accordance with TRPA Code Section 51.5.3: , Transfer of Existing Development to Centers. See Transfer of Existing Development to the Tourist Core Area Plan program description below.
 Residential Bonus Units
The original Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan was assigned one hundred and forty-five (145) residential bonus units under the 1987 Plan. When the Tourist Core Area Plan was adopted in 2013 aA total of eighty-nineninety (8990)89 residential bonus units areremained assigned to the Tourist Core Area Plan that may be used for affordable housing units or as a match for transferring development rights to centers. The remaining 488 in TRPA’s pool that may be used region wide and 600 new residential units are available for use only in Town Centers, the Regional Center or the High Density Tourist District. Residential bonus units may be earned and used by Projects in accordance with TRPA Code Section 52.3: Multi-Residential Incentive Program, of the TRPA Code.

Residential bonus units used for affordable housing under this section does not require residential allocations. Residential bonus units used for moderate income housing required an allocation. The City of South Lake Tahoe has a Certified Moderate Income Housing Program pursuant to Section 50.5.2.B and 52.3.6 of the TRPA Code, thus moderate income housing units are eligible to earn allocations from TRPA’s unused allocation pool subject to TRPA’s allocation procedures.

Pursuant to TRPA Code Section 21.3.2.B, residential bonus units can also be earned under the City’s Local Government Housing Program that has been certified by TRPA.

The program allows for the conversion of illegal secondary units into deed restricted affordable housing unit.

In addition, residential bonus units may also be earned and used for projects in the Tourist Core in accordance with TRPA Code Section 51.3.3.C: , Transfer of Development Rights to Centers, or TRPA Code Section 51.5.3: , Transfer of Existing Development to Centers. See Transfer of Development Rights to the Tourist Core and Transfer of Existing Development to the Tourist Core Area Plan program descriptions below.
 Transfer of Existing Development to the Tourist Core
Pursuant to TRPA Code Section 51.5.3, residential bonus units, CFA and tourist bonus unit are available as development transfer match for existing development (residential, tourist accommodation and commercial uses) that is , and tourist bonus units are available as development transfer matches for existing developments (residential, tourist accommodation, and commercial uses) that are transferred to the Tourist Core.

Receiving parcels in the plan area may earn residential bonus units, tourist bonus units or CFA at an enhanced transfer ratio based on the land capability of the sending parcels.

Transfers of existing residential units are eligible for an additional enhanced transfer ratio based on the sending parcel’s distance from the Tourist Core and primary transit route.

Residential bonus units earned under this program does do not require an allocation to construct a residential unit.
 Transfer of Development Rights to the Tourist Core
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Residential bonus units from the TRPA Pool are available as development transfer match for transferring development rights to the Tourist Core Area Plan. Receiving parcels in the plan area may earn residential bonus units at an enhanced transfer ratio based on the land capability of the sending parcel, and its distance from the Tourist Core and primary transit routes. Residential bonus units earned under this program do not require an allocation to construct a residential unit. The transferred development right is eligible to receive an allocation from TRPA’s unused allocation pool pursuant to Section

51.3.3.C.4 of the TRPA Code.
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 Persons At One Time
Projects are eligible for the Persons At One Time (PAOT) allocations pursuant to TRPA Code Section 50.9: , Regulation of Additional Recreation Facilities, of the TRPA Code of Ordinances.

The TRPA Code requires that certain recreation uses and activities are assigned additional PAOTs from TRPA prior to a construction of a project or commencement of an activity. Uses such as marinas, boat launching facilities, information centers, recreation centers, day uses areas, beach recreation, commercial boating, water-oriented outdoor recreation concession, downhill ski facilities, developed campgrounds, group facilities, and recreational vehicle parks are eligible for PAOT allocations from the TRPA Pool.  City of South Lake Tahoe Green Building Program
In November 2010, the City Council adopted the City of South Lake Tahoe Green Building Program (Resolution 2010-92). The program encourages the incorporation of energy efficiency in City buildings and facilities, and provides clear incentives for private property owners to retrofit residential, commercial, and industrial buildings to save energy and reduce the carbon foot print.

Residential projects that incorporate green building measures will be given priority for plan check, by all City Departments, over projects that meet only mandatory requirements. For projects that propose to voluntarily achieve a third party certification such as LEED, Energy Star or Green Point Rated would be eligible for the following:

Residential projects that voluntarily achieve third-party certification are eligible for the following:
- Projects would receive priority plan check, over all other projects, by all City Departments. Priority plan check, over all other projects, by all City Departments. - Residential projects would have pPriority on the residential allocation waiting list. – 10% of residential allocations would be offered to Green Building projects before other projects on the waiting list.
- Projects would receive rRecognition at a televised City Council meeting and on the City Website.

Commercial projects that voluntarily achieve LEED certification or an Energy Star Label third-party certification are would be eligible for the following:
- Projects would receive pPriority plan check, over all other projects, by all City Departments.
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- Projects would be eligible for CFA allocation from the City’s unallocated CFA pool.
- Project would receive rRecognition at a televised City Council meeting and on the City Website
 Change in Use
Commercial changes in use are exempt from project review if the following criteria are met:

1. The change in use is within the commercial use classification;

2. The change in use is to an allowed use;

3. The property is a member of an approved parking assessment district;

4. The change does not increase the parking requirement to a greater requirement than 1 space for 200 square feet., or the number established upon creating the district;

5. The proposed activity is consistent with the Tourist Core Area Plan, is not a project by other requirement of TRPA Code Chapter 2:

Applicability of the Code of Ordinances of the TRPA Code of Ordinances; and

6. The change in use does not have the potential to intensify pollutant loads over and above the capability of treatment by existing installed BMPs.  Off-site Parking
Use of off-site and shared parking is permissible pursuant to the parking standards in Appendix B C of this Plan.
 Density Bonus
 Projects approved as part of the South Tahoe Redevelopment Demonstration Project No. 1 shall be subject to TRPA Code Section 31.4.3 for density calculations.  Conversion of Use
Pursuant to TRPA Codethe TRPA Code of Ordinances, Chapter 51, existing development rights consisting of commercial floor area, tourist accommodation units, and residential units of use may be converted from one development right to another, provided the conversion complies with the provisions of Chapter 51. Section 50.10:

Election of Conversion of Use, the following conversion incentives are available in the Tourist Core Area Plan.

When a Tourist Accommodation use is to be converted to a Residential use, TRPA Code of Ordinances Section 31.4.5 shall apply.

Up to 200 existing Tourist Accommodation Units (TAUs) basin wide can be converted to Existing Residential Units of Use for multi-unit projects subject to the following conditions:
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1. Each converted unit maximum size is 1,250 square feet of residential floor area; and

2. The conversion must happen on the same parcel.

Conversion of an existing residential unit of use or tourist accommodation unit to a residential, tourist or commercial use may be permitted when the units are transferred from sensitive lands.

Conversion of an existing residential unit of use or tourist accommodation units to a residential, tourist, or commercial use may be permitted if the conversion results in the elimination of a non-conforming use.

Conversion of an existing residential unit to tourist or commercial use or an existing tourist accommodation unit to a commercial use or multi-family unit may be permitted onsite or for transfers if the project meets the TRPA standards applicable for a project proposed on an undeveloped project area.

Conversion of an existing residential unit of use to a tourist or commercial use or an existing tourist accommodation unit of use to a commercial use or a residential use may be permitted onsite or for transfer if the converted use is include as part of a project that has linked status pursuant to Chapter 15 of the TRPA Code.

Conversion of existing tourist accommodation units of use to residential may be permitted onsite if the converted units will be used for deed-restricted affordable housing.

Density
Mixed-use projects in conforming area plans may be developed to the maximum density allowed per the TCAP for each use.

Regarding legal, non-conforming tourist and residential densities, TRPA Code of Ordinances Section 31.4.6 shall apply.

10.4 MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAMS

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Annual review and certification shall be conducted by TRPA. TRPA shall select and review a sample of development permits issued within the plan area in order to certify that the permits are issued in conformance with the area plan.

LAKE TAHOE TMDL
Through the Lake Tahoe TMDL, Lahontan established five-year load reduction targets to assess a jurisdiction’s progress towards meeting overall load reduction goals. The first load reduction target is specified in the NPDES permit (MS4), which requires a 10 percent Fine Sediment reduction, 7 percent Total Phosphorus, and an 8 percent Total Nitrogen from baseline pollutant loading by September 30, 2016.

In addition, the MS4 permit identifies the following milestones for load reduction planning and reporting efforts.
 On an annual basis (March 15), the City will provide Lahontan with a progress report on the City’s Five Year Pollutant Load Reduction Plan.
 Pollutant Load Reduction Progress Report - October 1, 2013.  Report of Waste Discharge and Updated Pollutant Load Reduction Plan – June 9, 2016.

The City will continue to track abrasive applications and materials recovered by sweeping and vactoring, which helps identify areas with high pollutant loading. City will continue to inspect facilities during large runoff events, to determine whether constructed source control, conveyance, and treatment measures are functioning as designed. The City will also complete annual stormwater system, construction and commercial, industrial, and municipal site inspections required in the MS4 permit. These activities form the foundation of the City’s internal approach to assess its stormwater management activities and provide data to support assessments and reporting of annual load reduction progress during the implementation of the PLRP. Moreover, it provides valuable data for updating of the PRLPPLRP for year 2016 and beyond.
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REFERENCES
South Lake Tahoe, City of. 2013. Pollutant Load Reduction Plan. Prepared for the City with assistance from NHC, Adopted by the City Council on January 2013. _____ . 2011. General Plan Update: Final Environmental Impact Report. Prepared for the City by PMC, February 2011. Certified by the City Council May 17, 2011. _____ . 2012. Pollutant Load Reduction Strategy. Prepared for the City by NHC, November 2012.

Koval, A. 1990. Historic resources review for Loop Road and redevelopment area for South Lake Tahoe, California. Ms. On file, Rainshadow Associates, Carson City. Nevada.

Lakeside Park Association (LPA). 2013. Lakeside Park Association Water Systems. http://www.lakesideparkassociation.org/pages/water.html (accessed May 2013) South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD). 20072020. FINAL Urban Water Management Plan 2005 2020Update Final Report. Prepared by Kennedy/Jenks Consultants. _____ . 2013. South Tahoe Public Utility Website, District Information. http://www.stpud.us/districtinfo.html (accessed May 2013) Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. 2012. 2011 Threshold Evaluation, December 2012. Accepted by the TRPA Governing Board on December 12, 2012.

Nevada Division of Environmental Protection. 2013 (December). Solid Waste Disposal Site Permit, Refuse Inc. Lockwood Regional Landfill
______. 2017 (August). State of Nevada Solid Waste Management Plan.

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. 2021 (June). Project Impact Assessment Guidelines. _____ . 2012a. Regional Plan Update: Final Environmental Impact Statement. Prepared for the TRPA by Ascent, October 24, 2012. Certified by the TRPA Governing Board on December 12, 2012.
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE DESIGN GUIDELINES
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Design Workshop
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STRATEGIC GROWTH COUNCIL
The work upon which this publication is based was funded in whole or in part through a grant awarded by the Strategic Growth Council.

The statements and conclusions of this report are those of the GRANTEE and/or Subcontractor and not necessarily those of the Strategic Growth Council or the Department of Conservations, or its employees.

The Strategic Growth Council and the Department of Conservation make no warranties, express or implied, and assume no liability for the information contained in the succeeding text.

Photography and diagrams not available through public domain are by Design Workshop, Inc. and are ©D.A.

Horchner/Design Workshop images unless otherwise acknowledged throughout the Design Guidelines.

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CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION 1
PURPOSE & INTENT 2
APPLICABILITY 2
DOCUMENT ORGANIZATION 3
SECTION 2: SITE DESIGN GUIDELINES 5
GENERAL SITE DESIGN 6
GRADING AND DRAINAGE 8
BUILDING PLACEMENT 10
PARKING 14
BICYCLE PARKING 18
VISUAL SCREENING 19
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION 20
PUBLIC PLAZAS AND OPEN SPACE 22
SECTION 3: BUILDING DESIGN GUIDELINES 25
BUILDING DESIGN AND ARTICULATION 26
ROOFS 38
BUILDING HEIGHT 42
GREEN BUILDING 42
SECTION 4: LANDSCAPE DESIGN GUIDELINES 45
SECTION 5: EXTERIOR LIGHTING DESIGN GUIDELINES 53
SECTION 6: SIGNAGE DESIGN GUIDELINES 61
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1 The South Lake Tahoe Design Guidelines (Guidelines) provide visual imagery in order to support and clarify the intent of the City of South Lake Tahoe design standards. The Guidelines were developed to help project applicants and their designers understand the community’s desired visual character and appearance for South Lake Tahoe. They apply to all projects except single family and multi-family residential projects within the City of South Lake Tahoe.

The Guidelines were developed as part of a collaborative outreach process. Community members were invited to take part of three public workshops and two online surveys. The first meeting and online survey focused on understanding what types of buildings, signage and landscape elements best represented the type of mountain architecture the community desired for South Lake Tahoe. The second meeting and
online survey provided a venue for community members to comment on the Draft Design Guidelines. Survey and meeting results indicated that participants felt the imagery provided represented their desired aesthetic character for South Lake Tahoe. At the final public meeting the Final Draft Design Guidelines were presented, areas where the Draft Design Guidelines had been modified to respond to public input were identified and the community was provided another
opportunity to provide input.

SECTION ONE 1 INTRODUCTION
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Purpose & Intent

PURPOSE & INTENT
The primary purpose of the South Lake Tahoe Design Guidelines (Guidelines) is to provide a visual tool to help guide project applicants on how to meet the required design standards in a manner that meets the desired aesthetic of the community. They are intended to assist landowners, developers, tenants and their consultants, such as architects, who propose any alteration, addition, construction, and/or development in understanding the basic design ideas related to the City of South Lake Tahoe’s (City’s)design standards in order to improve the area’s visual quality.

The Guidelines are not intended to inhibit innovative design or espouse one style of mountain design. They are intended to allow freedom of expression, innovation and creativity while developing built elements that are timeless or do not appear overly trendy. They provide an illustrative and descriptive tool for establishing and maintaining an overall unifying character and image for the entire community.

The goal of the Guidelines is to communicate design principles regarding how structures relate to the land, respond to climate, step with natural grades, and harmonize with the character of the surrounding landscape.

Since there is not a required theme or style of mountain architecture, it is all the more essential for structures to relate to each other through the use of design elements such as locally found materials, scale, fenestration, style, massing and exterior paint colors.

The Guidelines are intended to be an aid to enhance the existing visual quality and experience within the community and direct future development in ways that are responsive to the specific environmental conditions and natural setting of South Lake Tahoe. They were developed in conjunction with community input in order to establish parameters which align with the community’s objectives for mountain architecture and the desire for enhanced visual quality throughout the city.

The Guidelines describe how to aesthetically and sensitively execute applicable design standards and codes in a manner that is compatible with the mountain environment. For example, there are codes that set the parameters for height and coverage, however, they do not describe how to aesthetically and sensitively apply them to a site.

This manual provides the guidance to accomplish this.

APPLICABILITY
The Design Guidelines apply to all commercial, tourist, mixed use, public/institutional and industrial projects (including additions, remodeling, relocation or new construction). They do not apply to single and multi-family residential projects. The Guidelines will be used during City review of permit applications as additional criteria for project review and communication with project applicants.

The Guidelines relate to aesthetic consideration of project development. Nothing herein alters current codes or best management practices (BMPs) requirements. All regulations and guidance in the City of South Lake Tahoe City Code, applicable Area Plans, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Code of Ordinance, TRPA BMP Handbook and other applicable documents shall remain in effect.

The Guidelines are not intended as a “blueprint” for approval, rather they outline the important design elements and features which should be considered. The City will consider these Guidelines in reviewing projects.

Applicants are invited to submit creative and imaginative projects which build on these Guidelines and contribute to the overall character of South Lake Tahoe.

Individuals and entities proposing projects within the City of South Lake Tahoe should review these guidelines before initiating the design and development process. To facilitate project approvals, questions regarding the Guidelines, as well as other development-related questions, should be discussed with the City’s Development Services staff as early in the development process as possible. The Guidelines have been developed in accordance with the City Code and Area Plans and TRPA’s Code of Ordinances Design Standards and BMPs and are intended to further the broader goals and policies of the Regional Plan and the City’s General Plan. 1198
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DOCUMENT ORGANIZATION
The Guidelines have been organized to correlate with the City’s citywide design standards and Area Plan design standards. They are presented in five sections:
• Site Design
• General Design
• Grading and Drainage
• Building Placement
• Parking
• Bicycle Parking
• Visual Screening
• Pedestrian Circulation
• Public Plazas and Open Space
• Building Design
• Building Design and Articulation
• Roofs
• Building Height
• Green Design
• Landscape
• Exterior Lighting
• Signage
Each section includes images, diagrams and illustrative examples in order to visually communicate how the Design Guidelines and existing city design standards can be met while developing a project that is compatible with the surrounding mountain environment. A summary of the section’s design objective is provided at the start of each section. Image captions are provided to further communicate the design idea presented by the images, diagrams and illustrations.

The Design Guidelines apply to all projects within the City of South Lake Tahoe except single and multi-family residential projects. The unique natural setting of South Lake Tahoe is the best starting point for developing the site and building design.
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OBJECTIVE
Fit and blend man-made improvements into the topography and forest.

The way in which buildings and built elements relate to the land is an important factor in defining the character and enhancing the visual quality of South Lake Tahoe. The area’s natural setting with its forested mountains, crystal blue lake and fragile meadows are South Lake Tahoe’s most important features. This section describes design guidelines for site work elements including grading and drainage, building placement, parking areas, pedestrian circulation, and public plazas and open spaces in order to ensure that the character of South Lake Tahoe is maintained.

SECTION TWO 2 SITE DESIGN
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LIMIT NEW DISTURBANCE AND KEEP EXISTING TREES, BOULDERS AND NATURAL ELEMENTS Site buildings and paved areas over existing disturbance to ensure the least amount of new site disturbance as possible.

Retain existing natural features such as rock outcrops, trees and topographic features.

Rock outcroppings and other natural
elements should be incorporated
into site design and public areas.

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MAINTAIN AND HIGHLIGHT VIEWS OF THE MOUNTAINS, FORESTS AND LAKE Orient site features to capitalize and highlight views of the surrounding mountain and lake landscape.

Site buildings and structures to maintain views of the mountains and lake.

Organize and design buildings to maintain ridgeline and forest canopy views.

Underground new utilities along
commercial corridors in order to
reduce visual distractions and
enhance views of the surrounding
landscape.

Buildings and site elements should
be organized to preserve lake views
of significant size to make a greater
visual impact when viewed from
public areas.

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GRADING AND

DRAINAGE

OBJECTIVE
Work with existing topography so
that built elements appear to be an
extension of the existing natural
forms or nestle easily within the
landscape setting.

The most aesthetically pleasing
mountain towns are those that
appear to nestle into their setting,
working through and around the
landscape instead of perching
on top of it. The intent of these
guidelines is to foster grading which
results in built work that appears
to sit easily within the landscape
instead of being imposed upon it.

Preserving existing trees and incorporating naturally functioning systems into the site design is integral to the establishing the aesthetics of the place.

Minimize grading and work with existing topography to minimize the use of retaining walls and integrate buildings into the site.

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Revegetate graded slopes. Smoothly merge graded areas into existing terrain and undulate the
graded surface to mimic existing
landforms. Do not create sharp
transitions with a flat graded
surface.

Gracefully blend stormwater
features into the look and feel of
the surrounding terrain. Do not use
sharp transitions or flat slopes that
do not appear natural.

Design graded areas to appear as natural landforms. Smoothly merge graded areas into the existing terrain. Undulate slopes to mimic the surrounding landscape.

Natural drainage courses and existing drainage patterns should be protected.
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RURAL TRANSITION URBAN

BUILDING PLACEMENT

OBJECTIVE
Organize buildings in such a way
that respond to and take advantage
of Tahoe’s natural setting while
reinforcing the character of
pedestrian and public areas in order
to optimize visitor and resident
enjoyment of outdoor spaces.

Building placement has a powerful
impact on the perceptions
of visitors and residents.

Consideration should be given to all
the aspects of the site: the physical
characteristics, environmental
conditions and social expectations
to determine the arrangement
and location for buildings that will
provide the greatest benefit. The
guidelines for siting of buildings are
intended to encourage designs that
respond to the natural setting.

Because each building’s
relationship to the street impacts
the character and function of
pedestrian areas, the guidelines
also encourage designs which
reinforce the character of public
areas and optimize visitor and
resident enjoyment of outdoor
spaces. Well organized buildings
can create comfortable pedestrian
plazas, promote walkability,
encourage commerce, improve
building performance and reinforce
community identity.

Site buildings at setback lines to create visual interest along the road corridors, allow for substantial landscape areas and pedestrian walkways.

Modulate buildings to avoid creating a long row of buildings.

Locate corner buildings at the setbacks in order to create a strong street presence, define the pedestrian realm and encourage pedestrian activity. AREA PLAN LOCATIONS CITY-WIDE LOCATIONS

ROADWAY
VARIES

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Site Design: Building Placement
Building placement should not intrude on or diminish the views of mountains or the lake as seen from public spaces and roadways.

Seating, outdoor dining and public gathering areas can be incorporated within the setback area.

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Site Design: Building Placement

RELATIONSHIP TO PUBLIC SPACES AND OTHER BUILDINGS
Cluster buildings where appropriate to create desirable and comfortable public outdoor spaces.

Site buildings in a manner that complements adjacent buildings.

Infill building placed to coordinate
with existing adjacent development
and complement architectural
style.

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Site Design: Building Placement

RELATIONSHIP TO PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENT AND ACCESS
Provide covered entries.

Highlight building entries through
architecture and landscape.

Site buildings so their spatial relationship provides for and promotes pedestrian access.

Orient the entry and major façade of commercial buildings toward the primary street frontage.

Place building entries and frontage toward the primary linear street frontage to encourage and support a pedestrian environment.

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Section Two: Site Design 14 March 2016
Site Design: Parking

PARKING

OBJECTIVE
Provide convenient parking that is
not visually obtrusive and does not
impact pedestrian movement.

Parking with its related vehicular
circulation and access points
establishes the pattern of
movement for trucks and
automobiles and influences
pedestrian and cyclist movement.

The point where a driver enters or
leaves a site affects both a project
and the community as a whole.

The guidelines focus on siting and
designing parking areas which
do not dominate views from the
roadway and public areas and
encourage pedestrian movement
by minimizing vehicular/pedestrian
conflict areas and creating
opportunities to park once and walk
to multiple destinations.

Parking located behind a building or on an interior side has less visual impact from the street in order to create a cohesive pedestrian environment and building frontage.

Divide parking into smaller lots to decrease the view of large parking expanses.

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Site Design: Parking

USING LANDSCAPE AND EXISTING TREES TO BREAK UP PAVING AREAS Incorporate islands of adequate size between parking areas to visually break up long lengths of parking as well as provide areas for snow storage that are out of the public rights of way.

Incorporate existing trees into
parking lot design and provide
adequate buffer to maintain and
enhance plant health.

Integrate boulders into the
landscape design where appropriate
to prevent parking in landscape
areas.

Best management practices (BMPs), such as infiltration basins, can be incorporated into parking areas as part of landscape areas and offer an aesthetically pleasing and lower cost alternative to conventional stormwater treatment strategies.

Integrate landscaping and barriers that prevent parking outside of designated areas as part of the overall parking and landscape design.

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Site Design: Parking

VISUAL SCREENING
Incorporate landscaping in the setback area to screen parking from the street. Utilize informal planting strategies to create a more naturalized appearance of landscaping.

Utilize landscaping to screen
underground parking that extends
above natural grade.

The use of vertical separation,
landscape and fencing can help
screen parking areas from the road.

Buffer parking from neighboring residential uses with fencing.

Fencing can be incorporated as part
of the landscape elements used to
screen parking from the roadway.

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Site Design: Parking
BUSINESS #1 BUSINESS #2

SHARED PARKING

ENCOURAGING PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENT
Encourage walkability and a park once atmosphere by providing shared parking and shared parking access points.

Locating access drives from side
streets and alleys fosters pedestrian
movement along the primary street
corridor by reducing the number
of times vehicle and pedestrians
interface.

Pedestrian walkways through parking areas provide a safe place for people to walk away from moving vehicles and should be separated from the building by a landscape area.

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PRIMARY ROAD

BUSINESS
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Site Design: Bicycle Parking

BICYCLE PARKING

OBJECTIVE
Encourage active transportation
use with secure and convenient
facilities.

Bicycle trail connections in
combination with bike-friendly
amenities help encourage use of
alternative modes of transportation.

Locate bike racks so they are visible to encourage use and enhance security.

Locate bike racks so they do not
obstruct pedestrian movement.

Incorporate long-term bike parking to serve people staying at a site for over four hours. Long-term bike parking can be provided indoors when possible.

Locate bike racks within close proximity to the main building entry.

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Site Design: Visual Screening

VISUAL SCREENING

OBJECTIVE
Minimize the visual impacts of
parking and service areas.

The architectural design of a
project shall include elements
that screen from public view all
external mechanical equipment,
including refuse enclosures,
electrical transformer pads and
vaults, satellite receiving disks,
communication equipment and
utility hardware on roofs, buildings
or the ground.

Utilize site planning and building placement and design to minimize the visibility of parking, utilities, and service and maintenance areas from public rights of way.

Design dumpster enclosures using materials and finishes consistent with the building architecture to unify the appearance of site structures and help protect visual quality. Screen dumpster enclosures that are visible from the street with landscaping. Dumpsters should be covered whenever possible to prevent precipitation from entering the dumpster, mixing with contents and then leaking out.

Utilize a combination of fencing, walls and landscaping to provide attractive visual screening.

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Site Design: Pedestrian Circulation and Design

PEDESTRIAN

CIRCUL ATION AND
DESIGN

OBJECTIVE
Encourage safe and easy
pedestrian movement within a site
and between adjacent properties.

The design of the circulation
system on a site is critical to
creating safe travel routes between
parking areas and building
entrances. The guidelines identify
the need for creating clearly
defined and aesthetically pleasing
circulation systems within and
between project sites and providing
connectivity to nearby transit stops
and citywide pedestrian circulation
systems.

Circulation systems should be separated from vehicular areas and provide convenient connections to pedestrian areas.

Integrate project walkways with the existing and planned active transportation network, community areas and transit.

Create an interesting and inviting pedestrian environment with walkways and shared use paths that are separated from the roadway.

Provide for pedestrian circulation
within the site and between adjacent
properties.

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Site Design: Pedestrian Circulation and Design
Provide internal pedestrian
connectivity to buildings, parking,
open spaces and public amenities.

Design walkways for year-round circulation.

Separate walkways from vehicular
areas in parking lots.

Provide wider sidewalks in heavily
used commercial and tourist areas
to accommodate higher numbers
of pedestrians and provide
opportunities for outdoor dining.

Sidewalks shall be provided along the full length of buildings that feature customer entrances.

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Section Two: Site Design 22 March 2016
Site Design: Public Plazas and Open Space

PUBLIC PL AZAS AND

OPEN SPACE

OBJECTIVE
Create comfortable and desirable
public gathering spaces.

Great public places are settings
that bring people together—a
place to see and to be seen. They
provide a sense of character to
the surrounding buildings and
provide places for people to relax
and enjoy themselves. They can
serve as focal points and add to
an area’s visual enhancement. The
guidelines describe the importance
of designing high quality spaces
that consider the surrounding
landscape and scenic elements
while providing for human comfort
and visual interest.

Provide desirable and comfortable public plazas. Site gathering spaces to take advantage of natural resources where possible.

Site public gathering spaces in locations with good solar exposure.

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Site Design: Public Plazas and Open Space
Site public gathering spaces where they are visible from the public street or other on-site pedestrian areas.

Use high quality plants, hardscape and pedestrian features that create an inviting atmosphere.

Locate outdoor dining areas where solar exposure will maximize the opportunity for a comfortable year-round experience.

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Site Design: Public Plazas and Open Space
Enhance the site’s comfort and aesthetics through the use of seating, public art, shade, information kiosks and other amenities and design elements.

Provide pedestrian amenities in convenient locations, including benches and trash receptacles. Consider providing ski and snowboard racks in commercial areas near ski resorts, where appropriate.

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OBJECTIVE
Design buildings and structures that harmonize with the character of the surrounding landscape, avoid a bulky and “box-like” appearance, and contribute to the quality and character of the mountain community.

The building guidelines establish a quality and character for the built environment that reflects the area’s mountain setting and environmental conditions. These guidelines are not intended to restrict imagination, innovation or variety in design, but rather are intended to highlight design principles that can result in creative solutions that establish special characteristics for the built environment. Scenic and visual quality is not a question of style and therefore no specific architectural style or theme is proposed. The intent is to create design solutions that encourage a variety of architectural forms, scales, colors and materials that collectively fit within the natural mountain environment.

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Building Design: Building Design and Articulation

BUILDING DESIGN AND

ARTICULATION

OBJECTIVE
Building form, articulation, materials
and colors should be compatible
with the surrounding Tahoe
environment.

Building exteriors are typically
designed with clear distinction
between the three main building
components; the base, middle and
top. The base grounds the building
to the site through the use of
materials and forms that convey a
sense of weight and stability. The
base of a building is also the most
visually dynamic zone due to its
connection to the street level. The
building’s middle section should
incorporate materials, textures,
colors and detailing to provide
interest and articulation. The tops
of buildings are encouraged to be
capped with well-proportioned,
pitched roofs that act as the
uppermost unifying component.

Use gables, shed roof forms, cornices, balconies, roof terraces and other elements to step and articulate roof lines.

Buildings should have consistent architectural style and related detailing.

All elevations visible to the public should have a complementary level of detailing.

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Building Design: Building Design and Articulation

BUILDING FORMS AND ARTICULATION
Use both horizontal and vertical articulation to reduce a building’s scale and mass.

Break up building facades with projections, recesses, piers, textured materials, trim and other architectural details to avoid a bulky or “box-like” appearance.

The visual mass of large buildings
should be broken up through the
use of elements such as roof forms,
gables, projections and arcades.

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Building Design: Building Design and Articulation

BUILDING FORMS AND ARTICULATION
Differentiated materials is one way to visually separate the base floors from the upper floors.

Screen all mechanical equipment
from view.

Protruding overhead canopies create interesting architectural façades and provide protection from falling snow. x
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Building Design: Building Design and Articulation

BUILDING FORMS AND ARTICULATION
Use brackets and overhangs to intercept sunlight and encourage building shadowing articulation where significant amounts of glazing is used.

Windows and doors should relate to the structural expression of the building.

The choice of quality, timeless materials is an investment in a place that will last for generations. Placement, shapes, materials, texture, details and colors should contribute to the overall building articulation. Design complex building forms with setback, overhangs, porches and varied skylines and avoid simple or monolithic forms.

Glazing should avoid large amounts
of reflective window planes without
suitable overhangs or other
mitigation.

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Building Design: Building Design and Articulation

PEDESTRIAN LEVEL DESIGN AND DETAILING
Views into a hotel lobby or retail space are visually inviting.

The quality and character of each building should contribute to the overall public space and create pleasing, usable outdoor spaces.

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Building Design: Building Design and Articulation

PEDESTRIAN LEVEL DESIGN AND DETAILING
Store front detailing should be scaled to the pedestrian.

Massing of building elements should emphasize pedestrian scale, create intricacy and detail in the built environment and prevent a cold or impersonal aesthetic.

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COLOR SUGGESTIONS
Building Design: Building Design and Articulation
Building colors shall draw from a natural palette in darker shades and minimize reflectivity. Avoid bright colors that compete with the natural surroundings and consider how the color may appear over large surface areas and in juxtaposition to other building materials. Use accent colors (maximum 10% of building face) for doorways, windows, graphics and storefront displays. Accent colors should complement base colors.

Building Facade Color Suggestions
Doors and Windows Color Suggestions
Varying the texture and scale of wall materials of appropriate color adds visual interest. Textures shall be incorporated throughout each structure, in both materials and in the form and detailing of the building. Materials should appear closer to their natural state rather than a manufactured state.

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USE OF NATURAL MATERIALS
Building Design: Building Design and Articulation
Textured Materials + Trim
Utilize natural building materials such as wood and stone to articulate design features. Natural stone can link building elements to the surrounding environment. The use of larger stone at the building’s base gives it an anchored and structural appearance. Metal elements are typically incorporated as accents.

Local Natural Palette
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SIMPLICITY IN FORM AND DETAILING
Building Design: Building Design and Articulation
Use metals and other contemporary materials sparingly. Simplicity in overall composition should be the goal.

Consider how metals and other contemporary materials relate to primary building materials such as wood and stone.

Remodels can enhance existing buildings by incorporating dormers for building articulation, adding windows and transparency to encourage pedestrian movement, and utilizing a neutral color palette that fits within the mountain landscape.

Incorporate metals and other more
contemporary materials as accents.

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SIMPLICITY IN FORM AND DETAILING
Building Design: Building Design and Articulation
Materials which complement each other and respond to the natural surroundings can create a simple, seamless transition from building to landscape.

Use stucco sparingly and in combination with natural materials such as stone and wood.

Simplifying the number and
types of materials used allow for
greater emphasis to be placed on
construction details such as bracket,
joints and overhangs.

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DRAW FROM ELEMENTS OF HISTORIC ARCHITECTURE
Building Design: Building Design and Articulation
Consider old Tahoe heritage historical references and incorporate stone and other design elements in a manner which takes into account the building’s overall composition, massing and style.

Example of historic building from which to draw design elements and materials.

Examples of historic buildings from
which to draw design elements.

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Building Design: Building Design and Articulation

MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT DESIGN
Authentic building materials such as stone and timber are consistent with traditional mountain architecture, but they may also be incorporated into more contemporary designs that also fit within the natural mountain environment.

Consider the importance of timelessness and do not create overly trendy designs that may quickly become dated.

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Building Design: Roofs
5/12 12/12
ROOFS

OBJECTIVE
Create varied, sloping roof-scapes
that complement natural forms and
Tahoe architectural traditions.

Roof design is important to snow
management as well as being
a major contributor to building
character. Roofscapes should
be considered not only for their
appearance from the pedestrian
level, but also from the view of the
overall skyline. South Lake Tahoe’s
alpine character and mountain
backdrop can be reinforced through
roof design.

Snow management shall be
considered during the design of the
architecture and landscape. The
effects of snow and ice buildup,
if improperly handled, can pose
risks to property and pedestrians,
and impose high maintenance and
snow removal costs.

Roof slopes shallower than 5:12 may be considered where they comply with snow load requirements, other design standards and guidelines, and provide architectural interest.

Pitch roofs that are no less than 5:12 and no more than 12:12 are preferred. Roof pitches below 5:12 may be considered on an individual basis.

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Roof forms should be designed to minimize ice dams and damage due to snow creep (glacial action) and freeze/thaw cycles.

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Building Design: Roofs

ROOF COLORS AND MATERIALS
Roof material and colors should minimize reflectivity and blend with natural surroundings. Utilize nonglare and earthtone finishes to minimize reflectivity for roofs, mechanical equipment and skylights.

Use snow clips and snow fences
where necessary. Consider retaining
snow on the roof to minimize the
impacts and liability of shedding
snow and increase building
insulation value.

Appropriate roof materials, colors and reflectivity should take their cue from the surrounding natural environment.

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Building Design: Roofs

ROOF FORMS
Mansard roof forms and flat roofs
should not be used.

The use of timbers and visible logs should appear consistent with the timbers’ structural properties and ability to support roof elements.

Different roof shapes, heights and slopes helps to break up the appearance of a large mass of the buildings.

Roof forms should be designed to protect public entry ways and pathways from ice and shedding snow without using energy consuming snow melt systems.

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Building Design: Roofs

ROOF ARTICULATION
Roof design should have a definitive “top” that steps or breaks the rectangular form. Modulated roof forms that are varied in height or broken with architectural features and roof design elements are encouraged.

Roofs offer the opportunity to include distinctive design elements to relate the building to the mountain setting and prevent “block-like” structures by breaking up the rectangular form.

Cornices, balconies and other elements should be used, where appropriate, to terminate rooflines and accentuate setbacks between stories.

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Building Design: Building Height

BUILDING HEIGHT

OBJECTIVE
Create a built environment that
preserves views and visually
corresponds with the surrounding
mountain environment.

The skillful massing of building
elements should emphasize
pedestrian scale, create intricacy
and detail in the built environment,
and prevent a cold or impersonal
aesthetic. The guidelines for
building heights are intended
to prevent structures from
looming over the highway and
overshadowing the naturalistic
mountain aesthetic of the
community.

Establish a consistent building frontage through the use of a minimum 15’ height of the ground floor.

Relate building heights to open spaces to allow maximum sun and ventilation, protect from prevailing winds, enhance public views of surrounding mountains and minimize obstruction of view from adjoining structures.

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Building Design: Building Height
Ensure compatibility with adjacent
uses and viewsheds. Do not project
building above forest canopy, ridge
lines or detract from mountain or
lake views.

Roof overhangs, projections and
other architectural features can help
visually step a building back from
the street.

Height and scale of buildings should be compatible with that of surrounding development. New development height should “transition” from the height of adjacent development to the maximum height of the proposed building.

Step back building within a daylight plane along street frontages and adjacent residential areas to protect viewsheds, allow light and air, limit winter shading and preserve the pedestrian scale.

Ensure compatibility with adjacent uses. Provide additional buffering in addition to required setback for buildings permitted additional height.

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Green Building

GREEN BUILDING

OBJECTIVE
Minimize a building’s impact on the
environment while reinforcing the
natural harmony of the Lake Tahoe
landscape.

Incorporate durable buildings materials including the consideration of recycled materials and locally sourced building materials, e.g., stone and timber, when possible.

Reuse previously disturbed sites
and incorporate new technologies
to reduce the use of resources,
including energy and water.

Use sustainable building materials that support indoor environmental health, passive environmental systems are encouraged.

Exposed solar panels should be screened when possible and/or compatible with roof forms and the building’s architectural character. Solar shingles can also be incorporated as part of green building design.

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SECTION FOUR 4 LANDSCAPE

OBJECTIVE
Create an aesthetically pleasing, maintainable landscape environment while continuously reinforcing a connection to the natural environment that defines South Lake Tahoe.

The design of landscapes should respond to the intended site function with consideration of issues such as safety, maintenance and desired aesthetic quality. In areas focused on commercial and tourist activities, the landscape should create an inviting environment for pedestrians. This may be accomplished by establishing a rhythm of elements that unify the streetscape, providing plazas and gathering spaces that respond to a site’s environmental factors and by screening undesirable views or framing impressive vistas. In contrast, undeveloped areas and areas abutting natural landscapes should incorporate plant materials spaced in natural-looking groups to seamlessly transition into the natural environment. 1241
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Landscape

USE OF LANDSCAPE TO ENHANCE PEDESTRIAN AREAS, STREETSCAPES AND PUBLIC SPACES Utilize vegetation to create pleasant outdoor spaces, reduce glare and heat, deflect wind, muffle noise, prevent erosion and integrate buildings into the surrounding landscape.

Create a quality built environment with the inclusion of amenities such as street furnishing, plantings and artworks to enhance the places that people will walk, gather or recreate.

Incorporate combinations of shrubs,
groundcovers and boulders to
create an attractive edge between
the highway frontage and sidewalk
while not blocking views of the lake.

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Landscape

USE OF LANDSCAPE TO ENHANCE PEDESTRIAN AREAS, STREETSCAPES AND PUBLIC SPACES Design landscapes to respond to seasonal environmental conditions to encourage outdoor spaces that are comfortable year-round.

Utilize ornamental and accent plant materials at building entries, exterior dining areas and pedestrian areas.

Landscape materials should
enhance the street environment and
commercial areas.

Consider the use of deciduous trees in street frontages of commercial areas to allow for seasonal solar access and enhance the pedestrian zone.

Incorporating evergreens as part
of the design of front yard setback
areas can help restore a natural
vertical element to the highway
streetscape and integrate buildings
into the surrounding landscape.

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Landscape

USE OF LANDSCAPE TO ENHANCE PEDESTRIAN AREAS, STREETSCAPES AND PUBLIC SPACES Vegetate setback areas. Consider opportunities to exceed minimum requirements for the appearance of a more established landscape.

Maintain lines of site at intersections and driveways for vehicular traffic.

Integrate stormwater facilities and
bioswales as part of streetscapes,
parking areas and other landscape
areas. Landscaping should be
recessed to receive stormwater
runoff whenever feasible. Allowing
for stormwater to flow into and
infiltrate in landscape areas is
preferred.

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Landscape

USE OF LANDSCAPE TO ENHANCE PEDESTRIAN AREAS, STREETSCAPES AND PUBLIC SPACES Utilize opportunities to incorporate natural drainage features as part of the landscape design.

Incorporating groupings of plant
materials can add variety while also
organizing the landscape to facilitate
maintenance.

Consider the opportunity to incorporate pockets of color and seasonal interest as part of the design of public spaces.

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Landscape

VISUAL SCREENING
Screen parking and service areas with landscape materials. Incorporate a mix of plant materials to avoid a “wall” affect.

Creating landscape berms with naturalized shapes and contouring should be considered as part of visual screening for parking and service areas.

Plant materials should be used
to help block the view of trash
enclosures from public areas and
roads.

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Landscape

PLANT SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS
Preserve groups of existing trees where possible to increase the likelihood of survival.

Utilize vegetation that is native or adapted to the region’s climatic conditions while also considering the plant material’s water needs. Limit ornamental species to accent plantings.

Select drought tolerant plant materials that are suited to the microclimatic variations in sunlight, soil and moisture conditions.

In snow storage areas and roof
shed zones, utilize plant materials
that are durable enough to handle
abuse from snow loading such as
herbaceous ground covers, grasses
or flexible stemmed shrubs that
grow back from their base such as
dogwoods.

Consider shade, sun exposure and
wind blocking during the selection
of trees.

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Landscape

WATER CONSERVATION
Use efficient water methods, group plantings into similar hydro-zones, use low-water use plant material and use irrigation systems with moisture sensors to control and conserve the use of water.

Low water
zone (typ)
Play
Play Area
Area
High water zone
at entry and play
areas(typ)
Medium to low
water zones
around high
use areas(typ)
Consider maintenance and water
conservation/irrigation needs during
landscape design.

Irrigate plantings and provide
correct water levels to support the
long-term growth of landscape.

Drip and low-flow systems can
minimize irrigation inefficiencies
and evapotranspiration in order to
maximize the use of every drop of
Utilize turf grass only in focused, limited applications. water.

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OBJECTIVE
Provide illumination for safety and security as well as enhancing the aesthetic appeal of a site.

Carefully designed lighting can reinforce the ambiance of streetscapes and public gathering areas as well as protect the night sky. These exterior lighting guidelines focus on limiting excess light, while still providing for safety and security and encouraging an enjoyable night time atmosphere for
community spaces.

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Exterior Lighting

ACCENT LIGHTING TO ENHANCE AESTHETIC APPEAL
Illuminate areas necessary for safe and comfortable use and illuminate special features of a building or landscape to add to the aesthetic appeal of a site.

Accent landscape elements with down lighting with concealed fixtures or fixtures with lens hoods.

Use built in lighting and wall lighting to illuminate stairs and level changes.

Use lighting to accent features
such as entries, arcades, chimneys,
cornices, balconies, exterior
trusses, highly textured material,
knee braces, enriched architectural
facades or landmark features. Do
not light blank walls.

Accent lighting can be used to
accentuate building entries and
signage.

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ACCENT LIGHTING TO ENHANCE AESTHETIC APPEAL
Use exterior lighting to activate public pedestrian retail space.

Use pedestrian light poles that allow
for approved banners to encourage
an active pedestrian environment.

Banners should be replaced as
needed to maintain visual appeal
and avoid showing damaged or
faded banners. Plan for seasonal
lighting. Consider the need for
electrical outlets and incorporate as
part of site design features such as
tree wells, light poles and walls.

Utilize exterior lighting to accent architectural and landscape features and illuminate parking lots, streets and walkways. Seasonal lighting should only be used between November 1 and March 1 or as by approved permit.

Use lighting to enhance the pedestrian zone, public gathering spaces and private outdoor gathering areas.

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ACCENT LIGHTING TO ENHANCE AESTHETIC APPEAL
Direct accent lighting downward to
illuminate landscape elements.

Wall lights may be incorporated as part of the design to both provide accent lighting and illuminate the walking surface.

The combination of pedestrian lights, architectural lighting and interior lighting can create a more inviting pedestrian environment. Avoid the tendency to over-light which can create bright spots that tend to make adjacent unlit areas seem even darker. Carefully design lighting to consider both architectural/accent and functional lighting in order to provide reasonable levels for safety and security.

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NIGHT SKY PROTECTION: DIRECTING LIGHT
LIGHTING TYPES: CONSISTENT COLOR WITH TRUE COLOR RENDERING A consistent light color should be provided throughout a project and lighting that appears in the warm color range is preferred over a bluish/white light color. Energy efficient lighting types, including LED lighting, are recommended.

Face or direct light fixtures so light does not spill over to adjacent properties or up into the sky.

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NIGHT SKY PROTECTION: SHIELDED LIGHT SOURCES
Exterior Lighting
Direct light downward and utilize luminaries that shield light sources from view so the light is not visible as seen in elevation in order to preserve night sky views and reduce glare.

YES
Elevation Line Elevation Line
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
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Elevation Line
Elevation Line
Elevation Line
Elevation Line
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NIGHT SKY PROTECTION: SHIELDED LIGHT SOURCES
Luminaires that shield light sources and direct light downward should also complement the character of the public space and the building materials of adjacent architecture.

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6 SECTION SIX

SIGNAGE

OBJECTIVE
Enhance the city’s visual environment by complementing the building’s architecture and enlivening the streetscape while clearly and succinctly communicating business information.

The sign guidelines recognize commercial communication
requirements of all sectors of the business community as well as the need to enhance the area’s visual quality. Well-designed signs can contribute to a district’s overall identity and help pedestrians and drivers locate businesses and services.

South Lake Tahoe includes a range of pedestrian and
automobile oriented environments which require different signage considerations. The Guidelines focus on design criteria that can enhance the ability for signage to communicate effectively while positively contributing to South Lake Tahoe’s visual environment through proper placement, use of materials and being appropriate to its setting.
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Signage
Along with architecture and landscape, signage is one of the most noticeable visual elements along South Lake Tahoe’s roadways. Signs are an important part of the built environment in order to communicate information about area businesses and encourage economic vitality. Well-designed signs can contribute to a district’s overall identity and help pedestrians and drivers locate businesses and services. However, poorly designed signs and the overabundance of signage can severely detract from the surrounding mountain and lake environment.

The following design principles are illustrated in this section and should be considered during the design and development of projects:

LESS IS MORE
The purpose and message of a sign should be immediately apparent. Signage that merely attracts attention without communicating the message is not effective. Too much information can be visually distracting to viewers, especially motorists. Limiting the amount of information included on a sign intended to be viewed from a motorist’s vantage point can enhance overall legibility and wayfinding. • Keep the message brief and simple: A succinct message that is simple and easy to read looks cleaner and is more visually appealing.
• Consider every word: Every word should directly contribute to the sign’s overall message. Remove any unnecessary words to create a clear message.
• Convey primary information: Words and graphics should convey a business’s identity or the services offered.

Where possible, multi-tenant areas should consider branding the project area to reduce the information on the primary roadway sign and incorporate secondary level signage within the commercial center. • Use easy to read typefaces: Typefaces should be easy to read. Overly intricate and mixed fonts can take more time for a viewer to decipher. Faddish typefaces may also become dated.

Keeping the message simple and branding the commercial centers can help effectively direct people to community destinations while reducing the amount of signage seen from the roadways.

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PROPORTION AND BALANCE
The aesthetic quality of a sign arises from the relationships between sign design elements such as proportion and balance. Proportion is the relationship of one element to another. It is most often thought of in terms of the relative size and shape of elements. Proportion can help define the relationship among the sign elements and implies the order of significance.

Well-designed signs will have appropriate proportion between the various parts of the structure as well as between the various components of the graphic content. Sign proportions should be considered between the structure’s height, width and depth, between elements of the graphic content, and between the graphic content to the overall sign.

Carefully consider the proportion of the copy to the overall sign background. If the letters take up too much of a sign, they may be harder to read. A general rule is that letters should not appear to occupy more than 75% of the sign panel area.

Physical balance is best described by two objects that are of equal weight, although they may not be of equal size. Visual balance is the perceived equilibrium of design elements. Balance on a horizontal axis can be achieved by having signs that do not appear “top-heavy”. Monument bases that are proportional with the sign’s height and other sign components can help achieve balance on the horizontal axis.

Balance on a vertical axis can be either symmetrical or asymmetrical.

Symmetrical balance can be achieved when each half of the sign is a mirror image of the other half. In asymmetrical balance, each half is not identical, but the elements are arranged in a way that they feel balanced. This can be achieved by considering some of the following principles:

Visually,
• A large form is heavier than a smaller form
• Dark values are heavier than light values
• A textured form is heavier than a smooth form
• A complex form is heavier than a simple form
• Two or more smaller forms balance one large form

COLORS AND MATERIALS
Similar to building design, sign colors and materials should draw from the area’s natural palette, including darker backgrounds and the use of stone and wood. Bright colors should be limited and reflective, fluorescent and primary colors should not be used. Additionally, consideration should be given to the following:
• Colors and materials should contribute to overall legibility and design. • Significant contrast should be provided between the sign background and the letters. Dark materials are recommended for sign backgrounds and light materials/colors are recommended for the sign letters. • Too many colors can compete with content for the viewer’s attention.

Avoid too many different colors and limit the use of accent colors to increase visibility.

A sign’s graphic content should
relate to the overall proportions of
the sign’s structure. Aesthetic quality
is enhanced when the relationships
between sign design elements are
balanced and in proportion with
each other.
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MATERIALS AND CONTRIBUTION TO ARCHITECTURE
Signage
Complement a project’s architectural style and exterior lighting with signage. Select materials and supporting devices that positively contribute to the overall character of the area.

Signage that coordinates with
the building architecture can add
another opportunity for architectural
expression.

Colors should draw from a natural palette and dark, muted background colors are preferred. Limit the use of bright colors to accents and avoid reflective, fluorescent colors.

Use natural building materials
such as wood and stone that is
coordinated with site architecture.

Materials and font types should
contribute to a sign’s overall
legibility and positively contribute to
the area’s overall visual character.

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SIGN PLACEMENT
Signage
Provide pedestrian level
identification of major buildings
through flush building signage.

Incorporate building signage with internally illuminated channel letters between appropriately spaced architectural features such as columns or dormers.

Signage placed in dormers can be
incorporated as an architectural
element.

Utilize elevation signs hung from the soffit board of fascia for businesses that can be viewed from the street and sidewalk.

Pedestrian level signage can be
smaller and attached under arcades
to reduce the number of signs along
a street.

Integrate freestanding signs into the landscape through the use of plants and sign bases that visually anchor the sign to the site.

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SIGN CONSTRUCTION ELEMENTS AND COPY
Signage
Keep copy simple and easy to read by keeping the amount of text to a minimum. Too many messages can be visually distracting. A sign with a brief, succinct message is more attractive and is typically more effective as it is easier to read quickly.

Support freestanding signs with two or more poles or a monument base.

Supporting devices should provide aesthetic contributions to the sign structure.

Sign construction elements that
are well proportioned and balanced
with the sign face area may be
considered if they meet other design
standards.

Use trademarks on natural
backgrounds to quickly convey
messaging.

The visual quality of motor fuel price
signs are enhanced by incorporating
them within a thoughtfully designed
stone monument base.

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ILLUMINATION
Signage
Use dark colors or opaque material as the background of interior illuminated signs to limit the amount of light transmitted.

Indirect backlighting of individual letters can create a soft glow while providing adequate illumination.

Use indirect and/or diffused lighting to prevent light sources from being visible from public rights of way or adjacent properties and to soften the light’s appearance.

Lighting should comply with night
sky standards, including being
directed downward and being fully
shielded in order to illuminate the
sign face and avoid light spill into
adjacent areas.

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MULTI-TENANT SIGNAGE
Signage
Develop signs with a high aesthetic quality and professional construction standards.

Consolidating signage into a unified
system with consistent font types
and colors can reduce sign clutter
and helps to avoid overwhelming
motorists with too many signs.

Consider flexibility in design so
tenants can be added or changed
over time.

Branding multi-tenant commercial
areas can help reduce the number of
individual businesses listed on each
street sign. Simplify tenant names
and use logos where possible to
reduce the amount of copy on each
sign.

Signage carved into natural wood or high density foam core can help unify tenant signage.

Design and locate signs to be compatible with their surroundings in terms of size, shape, color, texture and lighting. Do not visually compete with other signs.

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INTEGRATING SIGNAGE AS PART OF BUILDINGS AND LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS Signage
Integrating signs as part of the landscape feature can help reduce sign proliferation along the roadway. Incorporating plantings can soften the view of a sign from all sides.

Incorporating signage as part of
the building design can eliminate
barriers for pedestrian movement
and allow more space for other
outdoor public spaces.

Incorporating signage as part of the building design can eliminate barriers for pedestrian movement and allow more space for other outdoor public spaces.

Signage presents an opportunity to convey unique and interesting aspects of a business through artful designs.

Window signage that does not
exceed 25 percent of the window
area can be an elegant way to
communicate business information
to pedestrians and create interest at
the street level.

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GENERALLY INAPPROPRIATE SIGNS
Signage
Signage attached to roof
Pole signage Banner signage and signage
attached to mansard roof
Amount of sign copy and structural
elements are not proportional
Construction elements don’t add to
the overall aesthetics
Bright, neon signage
Signage that is dark, dated and has
trendy typefaces
Inflatable sign displays Flags and banner signs
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x
x
x
x
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DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN

STANDARDS
This section sets out the development standards, design standards and permissible uses for the land use districts in the Tourist Core Area Plan to achieve its desired urban form.

Applicability: All projects within the Tourist Core Area Plan shall meet the standards provided below and the Design Guidelines contained within Appendix E. In addition, all projects are required to meet the Citywide Development and Design Standards as well when applicable.

Should a conflict occur between the Citywide standards and the Tourist Core Area Plan standards, the standards of this Area Plan shall apply. All regulations in the TRPA Code of Ordinances shall remain in effect unless superseded by the provisions of this Area Plan.

PERMISSIBLE USES
Table 1 lists the permitted primary land uses by district for the Tourist Core Area Plan, and land use definitions are provided in Table 2. The regulations for the district are established by letter designations listed below. The designations apply strictly to the permissibility of land uses; applications for buildings or structures may require discretionary review. Uses not listed in the Table are prohibited. Refer to Figure 5-1 for the Tourist Core Area Plan Zoning Map (A) designates allowed uses subject to zoning compliance. An allowed use is one that can be established as the primary use of a building.
(S) designates uses that are permitted subject to approval of a Special Use Permit. A Special Use Permit requires discretionary approval by the City Planning Commission or Zoning Administrator following review and a determination that the nature of the proposed use, at the location proposed, is not detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood. To obtain a special use permit, the applicant must generally show that the contemplated use is compatible with the zoning ordinance and land use standards. Findings that such use would be essential or desirable to the public convenience or welfare, and will not impair the integrity and character of the zoned district or be detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare are required.
(TRPA) designates uses that require TRPA review and permitting. (-) designates uses that are not permitted.
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Development and Design Standards C-3 October 15, 2013May 2024 Table TABLE 1: PERMITTED USES BY LAND USE DISTRICT
Permitted Uses Key:
“A” – Allowed Use
“S” – Special Use
“T” – Temporary Use
“TRPA” – TRPA Review
Required
“-“ – Use Not Permitted

TSC-C TSC-MU TSC-MUC & TSC-MUC S
pecial Area #1
TSC-NMX TSC-G TSC-G Special Area #1 REC OS

RESIDENTIAL
Domestic Animal Raising - - - - - - S -
Employee Housing S S A S S S A -
Multiple Family Dwelling A A A A A A A-14 -
Multi-Person Dwelling AS AS AS AS AS AS A-14 -
Single Family Dwelling
(includes condominiums)15 A8 A A A A A S1 -
Nursing and Personal Care A A A A A A - -
Residential Care A A A A A A - -

TOURIST ACCOMMODATION
Bed & Breakfast Facilities - A A9 S A A - -
Hotel, Motel, Other
Transient Dwelling Units A A A9 S A A - -
Time Sharing A A A9 S S A - -

RETAIL COMMERCIAL
General Retail and Personal
Services A A A9 S A A - -
Building Material &
Hardware S6 - - - - S - -
Nursery - - A9 - - S - -
Outdoor Retail Sales A - S9 - - S - -
Eating & Drinking Places A AS A9 AS A A - -
Service Stations11 S S - - S S - -

ENTERTAINMENT COMMERCIAL
Amusement & Recreation
and Assembly &
Entertainment Facilities
A13S A13S A9,13- - A13- A13 - -
Privately Owned Assembly
and Entertainment S S - - - S S -
Outdoor Amusements - S S - S S S -

SERVICE COMMERCIAL
Animal Husbandry Services - - - - - A - -
Business Support Services A7 S S9 - S A - -
Health Care Services A2,5 - A9 - A A - -
Professional Offices A3,4 A A9 A A A - -
Schools – Business &
Vocational S - S9 - S A - -

LIGHT INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL
Small Scale Manufacturing S S S9 S - S12 - -
Industrial Services11 - - - - - S12 - -

WHOLESALE/STORAGE COMMERCIAL
Vehicle Storage & Parking11 S S S9 S S S - -
Wholesale and Distribution - - - - - S12 - -
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Permitted Uses Key:
“A” – Allowed Use
“S” – Special Use
“T” – Temporary Use
“TRPA” – TRPA Review
Required
“-“ – Use Not Permitted

TSC-C TSC-MU TSC-MUC & TSC-MUC S
pecial Area #1
TSC-NMX TSC-G TSC-G Special Area #1 REC OS

GENERAL PUBLIC SERVICE
Religious Assembly - S S9 - S A - -
Cultural Facilities S S S9 - S A - -
Daycare Centers/Preschool A A A109 A A A - -
Government Offices - - A9 - - S - -
Local Public Assembly
Facilities & Entertainment A13S A13S A9, 13- - A13- A13S - - Local Public Health and
Safety Facilities11 A A A A A A A A
Public Owned Assembly &
Entertainment S S - - - - S -
Public Utility Centers11 - S - - - - - -
Social Service
Organizations - - A9 - A A - -

LINEAR PUBLIC FACILITIES
Pipelines & Power
Transmission S S S S S S S S
Transit Stations & Terminals S S S S S S S S
Transportation Routes S S S S S S S S
Transmission & Receiving
Facilities S S S S S S S S

RECREATION
Cross Country Ski Courses - - - - - - S -
Day Use Areas A A A A A A A A
Group Facilities - - - - - - S -
Outdoor Recreation
Concessions - - - - S S - -
Participant Sport Facilities S - - - - - - -
Riding and Hiking Trails - - - - - S S -
Rural Sports - - - - - S S -
Snowmobile Courses - - - - - S S -
Visitor Information Centers S S - - S - - -

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Forest and Timber Resource
Management A A A A A A A A
Vegetation Resource
Management A A A A A A A A
Water Quality Improvements
and Watershed
Management

A A A A A A A A
Wildlife and Fisheries
Resource Management A A A A A A A A
Range Management A A A A A A A -

OPEN SPACE
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Permitted Uses Key:
“A” – Allowed Use
“S” – Special Use
“T” – Temporary Use
“TRPA” – TRPA Review
Required
“-“ – Use Not Permitted

TSC-C TSC-MU TSC-MUC & TSC-MUC S
pecial Area #1
TSC-NMX TSC-G TSC-G Special Area #1 REC OS
Allowed in all areas of the
Region A A A A A A A A

SHOREZONE
(Tolerance Districts 1 and 4)
Water Oriented Outdoor
Recreation Concession - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Beach Recreation - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Water Bborne Transit - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Boat Launching Facilities - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Tour Boat Operations - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Safety and Navigation
Devices - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
(Shorezone Tolerance District 4)
Marinas - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Buoys - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Piers - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Fences - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Boat Ramps - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Floating Docks and
Platforms - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Shoreline Protective
Devices - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Water Intake Lines - - - - TRPAA
TRPAA - -
Note: In the Regional Center all residential projects equal to or exceeding 100,000 square feet of new floor area or non- residential projects equal to or exceeding 80,000 square feet of new floor area require TRPA review and approval. In the Town Center all residential projects equal to or exceeding 50,000 square feet of new floor area or non- residential projects equal to or exceeding 40,000 square feet of new floor area require TRPA review and approval.

1. Caretaker Residence Only.

2. All Health Care Services are allowed except emergency outpatient or urgent care facilities and shall not front Lake Tahoe Boulevard. which shall only be considered along Heavenly Village Way, formerly Park Avenue.

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4. Allow consideration for placement of Realty Offices within the district, and only when operated in conjunction with approved Park Avenue Redevelopment fractional ownership tourist accommodation projects. Such use shall occupy no more than five percent (5%) of the commercial floor area with any project area within the district.

5. All Health Care Services uses permissible throughout special district; provided that any Health Care Services uses proposed to front on either side of US Highway 50 and/or the intersections of Heavenly Village Way (formerly Park Avenue) and Stateline Avenue are limited to second floor or higher. See TRPA Ordinance 2009-05 Exhibit 2 for specific limitation locations.

6. Outdoor storage and display is prohibited.

7. Shall not front on US Highway 50.

8. Condominiums only.

9. Use not permitted in TSC-MUC Special Area #1, which comprises of APNs 028-081-02, 028-081- 04 & 028-081-15. Daycare center allowed as an accessory use.

10. Daycare center allowed as an accessory use.

11. Land use category is identified in TRPA Code Section 60.3 as a “possible contaminating activity.” Triggering special requirements pursuant to TRPA Code Section 60.4 if located within a Source Water Protection Zone.

12. Use only allowed in connection with a retail commercial use where it will enhance the visitor experience and is limited in size to 30% of the associated retail space.

13. Facilities with the capacity for 200 or more persons require a special use permit.

14. Only deed restricted Multi-family dwelling units or multi-person dwelling units owned and maintained by public or private entities for purposes of housing employees

13. 1

15. When Measure T was passed in 2018, the Tourist Core Area Plan became one of the limited areas in South Lake Tahoe where vacation home rentals were are allowed. This exception, however, only applies to single-family residential properties within the Area Plan as of 2017. Any areas added to the plan area, through subsequent amendments, are not eligible for vacation home rental permits.

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USE DEFINITIONS

RESIDENTIAL
Domestic Animal
Raising
The keeping, feeding, or grazing of animals as an avocation, hobby, or school project, secondary to the principal residential use of a property greater than two acres. The use applies to species commonly considered as farm animals, but does not include exotic animals. Household pets, such as dogs and cats, are included when such animals are being bred for commercial reasons. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Employee
Housing
Residential units owned and maintained by public or private entities for purposes of housing employees of said public or private entity.

Multiple Family
Dwelling
More than one residential unit located on a parcel. Multiple-family dwellings may be contained in separate buildings such as two or more detached houses on a single parcel, or in a larger building on a parcel such as a duplex, a triplex, or an apartment building. This includes multimultiple- family dwelling units owned and maintained by public or private entities for purposes of housing employees of said entity. Vacation rentals are included, up to but not exceeding a four-plex, provided they meet the Local Government Neighborhood Compatibility Requirements as defined in the TRPA Code of Ordinances. One detached secondary residence is included.

Multi-Person
Dwelling
A building designed primarily for permanent occupancy by individuals unrelated by blood, marriage, or adoption in other than single-family dwelling units or transient dwelling units. A multi-person dwelling includes, but is not limited to, facilities such as dormitories and boarding houses, but not such facilities as hotels, motels, and apartment houses. This includes multi-person dwelling units owned and maintained by public or private entities for purposes of housing employees of said public or private entity.

Single Family
Dwelling
(includes
condominiums)
One residential unit located on a parcel. A single-family dwelling unit may be contained in a detached building such as a single-family house, or in a subdivided building containing two or more parcels such as a town house condominium. Vacation rentals are included provided they meet the Local Government Neighborhood Compatibility Requirements as defined in the TRPA Code of Ordinances. A caretaker residence is included in this definition. Employee housing providing accommodations for six or fewer employees within a single unit pursuant to Division 13, Part 1 of the California Health and Safety Code, commencing with Section 17000, shall be deemed a single-family structure.

Nursing and
Personal Care
Residential establishments with in-patient beds providing nursing and health-related care as a principal use, such as skilled nursing care facilities, extended care facilities, convalescent and rest homes, and board and care homes.

Residential Care
Establishments primarily engaged in the provision of residential social and personal care for children, the aged, and special categories of persons with some limits on ability for selfcare, but where medical care is not a major element. The use includes, but is not limited to, children's homes, halfway houses, orphanages, rehabilitation centers, and self-help group homes.

TOURIST ACCOMMODATION
Bed & Breakfast
Facilities
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USE DEFINITIONS
which are defined separately; nor rooming and boarding houses (see "“Multiple-Family Dwellings"”).

Hotel, Motel,
Other Transient
Dwelling Units
Commercial transient lodging establishments, including hotels, motorhotels, motels, tourist courts, or cabins, primarily engaged in providing overnight lodging for the general public whose permanent residence is elsewhere. This use does not include Bed and Breakfast Facilities or Vacation Rentals.

Time Sharing
A right to exclusively use, occupy, or possess a tourist accommodation unit, according to a fixed or floating time schedule on a periodic basis occurring annually over a period of time in excess of three years.

RETAIL COMMERCIAL
General Retail
and Personal
Services
An establishment for the retail sale of merchandise or the provision of personal services. A retail facility includes but is not limited to antique or art shops, clothing, drug, dry good, florist, furniture, gift, grocery, hobby, mailing services, office supply, package liquor, paint, pet, shoe, sporting, bike or moped, boats, golf carts, snowmobiles, jet skis, automobile parts, books, toy stores, and other miscellaneous retail shopping goods (auto, mobile home and vehicle sales are not included in this definition). A personal service facility includes facilities primarily engaged in providing non-medical services generally involving the care of persons, such as:
beauty and barber shops; shoe repair shops; health and athletic clubs; saunas and hot tubs day spas that offers a variety of services intended to meet personal needs of individuals such as skin treatment, manicures and pedicures and massage; laundromats (self-service laundries); dry cleaning pick-up stores and small-scale dry cleaners without pick-up and delivery services; clothing rental; dating and escort services; funeral parlors, cemetery real estate sales, and related facilities; offsite rental of sporting equipment; and wedding chapels. The use may also include the accessory retail sales of products related to the services provided.

Building Material
& Hardware
Retail trade establishments within buildings primarily engaged in selling lumber and other building materials, including paint, wallpaper, glass, hardware, nursery stock, and lawn and garden supplies. The use includes all such stores selling to the general public, even if contractor sales account for a larger proportion of total sales. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use. Establishments primarily wholesaling plumbing, heating and air conditioning equipment, and electrical supplies are classified in "“Wholesale and Distribution."”
Nursery
Commercial retail and wholesale establishment where plants are grown or stored for transplanting at other sites. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Outdoor Retail
Sales
Retail trade establishments operating outside of buildings on a daily or weekly basis, such as: roadside stands; flea markets; swap meets; seasonal sales involving Christmas trees, pumpkins, or other seasonal items; regular sales of art or handcrafted items in conjunction with community festivals or art shows; and retail sales of various products from individual motor vehicles locations outside the public right-of-way, not including bakery, ice cream, and similar vending vehicles that conduct all sales within the right-of-way and do not stop in any location except on customer demand. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.
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USE DEFINITIONS
Eating & Drinking
Places
Restaurants, bars, and other establishments selling prepared foods and drinks for on-premise consumption, as well as facilities for dancing and other entertainment that are accessory to the principal use of the establishment as an eating and drinking place. The use also includes drive-in restaurants, lunch counters, and refreshment stands selling prepared goods and drinks for immediate consumption.

Service Stations
Retail trade establishments primarily engaged in the sale of gasoline, which may also provide lubrication, oil change and tune-up services, and the sale of automotive products incidental to gasoline sales. The use may also include as accessory uses towing, mechanical repair services, car washing and waxing, and trailer rental. The use does not include storage of wrecked or abandoned vehicles, paint spraying body and fender work, and retail sale of gasoline as an accessory use to food and beverage retail sales when limited to not more than two pumps.

ENTERTAINMENT COMMERCIAL
Amusement &
Recreation and
Assembly &
Entertainment
Facilities
Amusement and recreation uses are Eestablishments providing amusement or entertainment for a fee or admission charge, such as:
arcades and coin-operated amusements; billiard and pool halls; bowling alleys; card rooms; clubs and ballrooms that are principal uses rather than being subordinate to an eating or drinking place; dance halls; gymnasiums; health and athletic clubs; ice skating and roller skating facilities; indoor sauna, spa, or hot tub facilities; motion picture theaters; reducing salons; and tennis, handball, racquetball, indoor archery and shooting ranges, and other indoor sports activities. Assembly and Entertainment facilities are establishments such as: auditoriums; exhibition and convention halls; theaters, meeting halls and facilities for “live” theatrical presentations or concerts by bands and orchestras; amphitheaters; meeting halls for rent; and similar entertainment and assembly uses.

Privately
Owned
Assembly and
Entertainment
Commercially operated facilities for public assembly and group entertainment with a capacity of greater than 300 people, such as:
auditoriums; exhibition and convention halls; theaters, meeting halls and facilities for "“live"” theatrical presentations or concerts by bands and orchestras; amphitheaters; meeting halls for rent; and similar public assembly uses.

Outdoor
Amusements
Commercial establishments for outdoor amusement and entertainment such as: amusement parks; theme and kiddie parks; go cart and miniature auto race tracks; and miniature golf courses. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

SERVICE COMMERCIAL
Animal
Husbandry
Services
Establishments primarily engaged in performing services for animals, such as veterinary services, animal hospitals, and animal kennels. The use does not include publicly operated animal control and wildlife care (see “Local Public Health and Safety Facilities”).

Business
Support Services
Service establishments within buildings that provide other businesses with services including maintenance, repair and service, testing, and rental.

This includes establishments such as: outdoor advertising services, mail advertising services (reproduction and shipping); blueprinting, photocopying, and photofinishing; computer-related services (rental, repair, and maintenance); commercial art and design (production); film processing laboratories; and services to structures such as window 1275
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USE DEFINITIONS
cleaning, exterminators, janitorial services, and business equipment repair services.

Health Care
Services
Service establishments primarily engaged in furnishing medical, mental health, surgical, and other personal health services such as: medical, dental, and psychiatric offices; medical and dental laboratories; outpatient care facilities; and allied health services. Associations or groups primarily engaged in providing medical or other health services to members are included. Nursing homes and similar long-term personal care facilities are classified in "“Nursing and Personal Care,"” and mental health-related services, including various types of counseling practiced by licensed individuals other than medical doctors or psychiatrists or unlicensed individuals, are included under Professional Offices.

Professional
Offices
A place where the following kinds of business are transacted or services rendered: engineering, architectural and surveying; real estate agencies; educational, scientific and research organizations; financial services; writers and artists; advertising agencies; photography and commercial art studios; publishing with offsite printing facilities; broadcasting studios; employment services; off premise concessions (OPC); reporting services; computer services; management, public relations, and consulting services; organizational offices; detective agencies; professional services; attorneys; and counseling services (other than licensed psychiatrists; see "“Health Care Services"”). Incidental offices are considered accessory uses to a primary use.

Schools –
Business &
Vocational
Business and vocational schools offering specialized trade and commercial courses.

Secondary
Storage
The outdoor storage of various materials or the public display of merchandise on the same site as a principal building or use that supports the activities or conduct of the principle use and does not increase the intensity of the use. This does not apply to primary uses that include outside storage and display as part of the use.

LIGHT INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL
Industrial
Services
Service establishments providing other businesses with services, including maintenance, repair, service, testing, publishing, and rental. This includes establishments such as: welding repair, armature rewinding, and heavy equipment repair, vehicle repair, (except vehicle repair; see "Auto Repair and Service"); research and development laboratories, including testing facilities; soils and materials testing laboratories; equipment rental businesses that are entirely within buildings (for equipment rental yards, see "Sales Lots"), including leasing tools, machinery and other business items except vehicles; and other business services of a "heavy service" nature. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Small Scale
Manufacturing
Establishments primary engaging in retail sales and secondarily as a fine art or craftsman demonstration workshop of light industrial nature such as sculptor, potter, weaver, carver, jeweler, or other similar art that requires artistic skill. Outside storage or display would require approval of a Special use Permit.

WHOLESALE/STORAGE COMMERCIAL
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USE DEFINITIONS
Vehicle Storage
& Parking
Service establishments primarily engaged in the business of storing operative cars, buses, or other motor vehicles. The use includes both day use and long-term public and commercial garages, parking lots, and structures. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use. The use does not include wrecking yards (see "Recycling and Scrap").

GENERAL PUBLIC SERVICE
Religious
Assembly
Religious organization assembly or institutional facility operated for worship or promotion of religious activities, including churches and incidental religious education. Other establishments maintained by religious organizations, such as full-time educational institutions, hospitals, and other potentially related operations (such as a recreational camp) are not considered a religious assembly and are classified according to their respective activities.

Cultural Facilities
Permanent public or quasi-public facilities generally of a noncommercial nature, such as art exhibitions, planetariums, botanical gardens, libraries, museums, archives, and arboretums.

Daycare
Centers/Prescho
ol
Establishments used for the care of seven or more children residing elsewhere.

Government
Offices
Buildings containing offices for public agencies, including administrative offices, and meeting rooms that are incidental and accessory to another government use such as transit terminals, vehicle storage, campground, or storage yards.

Local Public
Assembly
Facilities &
Entertainment
Facilities for public assembly and entertainment for the local community, not to exceed a capacity of 300 people, such as community centers, meeting halls, and multi-purpose centers.

Post Office Establishments providing mail service and delivery, such as postal substations and neighborhood delivery centers.

Local Public
Health and
Safety Facilities
Facilities operated by public or quasi-public entities for the local protection of the public, such as: fire stations and other fire prevention facilities; police and sheriff substations; satellite highway maintenance and snow removal facilities; water tanks, pumps, wells and related facilities; monitoring facilities; sewage pumps and related facilities; and emergency services. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Public Owned
Assembly &
Entertainment
Facilities owned and operated by a public or nonprofit entity for public assembly and group entertainment with a capacity of greater than 300 people, such as: public auditoriums; exhibition and convention halls; civic theaters, meeting halls and facilities for live theatrical presentations or concerts by bands, choirs, and orchestras; meeting halls for rent; community centers; and similar public assembly uses.

Public Utility
Centers
Public and quasi-public facilities serving as junction points for transferring utility services from one transmission to another or to local distribution and service, such as: electrical substations and switching stations; major telephone switching centers; natural gas regulating and distribution facilities; public water system wells, treatment plants and storage; and community wastewater treatment plants and settling ponds. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use. The use does not include 1277
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USE DEFINITIONS
office or service centers (see "Professional Offices or Government Offices").

Social Service
Organizations
Public and quasi-public establishments providing social services and rehabilitation services, counseling centers, welfare offices, job counseling and training centers, or vocational rehabilitation agencies, serving persons with social or personal problems requiring special services and the handicapped and the disadvantaged. The use includes organizations soliciting funds to be used directly for these and related services. The use also includes establishments engaged in community improvement and neighborhood development.

LINEAR PUBLIC FACILITIES
Pipelines &
Power
Transmission
Transportation facilities primarily engaged in the pipeline transportation of refined products of petroleum, such as: gasoline and fuel oils; natural gas; mixed, manufactured, or liquefied petroleum gas; or the pipeline transmission of other commodities. The use includes facilities for the transmission of electrical energy for sale, including transmission and distribution facilities. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use. The use does not include offices or service centers (see "Professional Offices"); equipment and material storage yards (see "Storage Yards"); distribution substations (see "Public Utility Centers"); and power plants (see "Power Generating Plants").

Transit Stations
& Terminals
Passenger stations for vehicular and mass transit systems; also, terminal facilities providing maintenance and service for the vehicles operated in the transit system. The use includes, but is not limited to, buses, taxis, railway, and ferries. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Transportation
Routes
Public right-of-ways that are improved to permit vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle travel.

Transmission &
Receiving
Facilities
Communication facilities for public or quasi-public, commercial, and private electronic, optic, radio, microwave, electromagnetic, and photo-electrical transmission and distribution, such as: repeater and receiving facilities, feeder lines, and earth stations for satellite communications for radio, television, telegraph, telephone, data network, and other microwave applications. The use includes local distribution facilities such as lines, poles, cabinets, and conduits. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use. The use does not include uses described under Broadcasting Studios.

RECREATION
Beach
Recreation
Recreational use of a beach, supported by developed facilities such as sanitation facilities, parking, and picnic sites, and nearshore facilities such as multiple-use piers and buoys. Nearshore and foreshore facilities are included in Chapter 81, Permissible Uses and Structures in the Shorezone and Lakezone, of the TRPA Code of Ordinances.
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USE DEFINITIONS
Boat Launching
Facilities
Recreational establishments that provide boat launching, parking, and short-term trailer storage for the general public. The storage, mooring, and maintenance of boats are included under "Marinas." Raft launching is included under "Day Use Areas." Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Cross Country
Ski Courses
Land or premises used as a commercial operation for Nordic skiing.

Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Day Use Areas
Land or premises, other than Participant Sports Facilities, designated by the owner to be used by individuals or the general public, for a fee or otherwise, for outdoor recreation purposes on a daily basis such as regional and local parks, picnic sites, vista points, snow play areas, rafting facilities, and playgrounds.

Developed
Campgrounds
Land or premises designed to be used, let, or rented for temporary occupancy by campers traveling by motorized vehicle or recreational vehicles, and that contain such facilities as campsites with parking area, barbecue grills, tables, restrooms, and at least some utilities.

Group Facilities
Establishments that provide overnight accommodations and outdoor recreation to organized groups such as recreational camps, group or organized camps, and religious camps.

Marinas
Establishments primarily providing water-oriented services, such as:
yachting and rowing clubs; boat rentals; storage and launching facilities; sport fishing activities, excursion boat and sightseeing facilities; and other marina-related activities, including but not limited to fuel sales and boat and engine repair. Marinas contain water-oriented facilities and structures, which are regulated and defined in Chapter 81. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use. The use does not include condominiums, hotels, restaurants, and other such uses with accessory water-oriented, multiple-use facilities.

Outdoor
Recreation
Concessions
Facilities that are dependent on the use of outdoor recreation areas, such as onsite food and beverage sales, onsite recreational equipment rentals, parasailing, rafting, and onsite recreation instruction. The use also includes outfitter or guide service establishments whose base facilities are located on or near a recreation area, such as horse packing outfitters or snowmobiling outfitters. Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Participant Sport
Facilities
Facilities for various outdoor sports and recreation including, but not limited to, tennis courts, swim and tennis clubs, ice skating rinks, and athletic fields (non-professional). Outside storage or display is included as part of the use.

Recreation
Centers
Indoor recreation establishments operated by a public or quasi-public agency providing indoor sports and community services, such as swimming pools, ice skating rinks, multi-purpose courts, weight rooms, and meeting and crafts rooms.

Riding and
Hiking Trails
Planned paths for pedestrian, bike, and equestrian traffic, including trail heads.

Rural Sports
Establishments that provide for special outdoor recreation group activities, such as: outdoor archery, pistol, rifle, and skeet clubs and facilities; hunting and fishing clubs; and equestrian facilities, stables, and exhibition facilities. The use does not include indoor shooting facilities (see "Amusements and Recreational Services").

Snowmobile
Courses
Mapped areas, pathways, and trails utilized in, and approved for, commercial snowmobile operations.
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USE DEFINITIONS
Visitor
Information
Centers
Nonprofit establishments providing visitor information and orientation.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Forest and
Timber Resource
Management
Activities associated with the protection, restoration, and management of timber such as reforestation, regeneration harvest, sanitation salvage cut, selection cut, special cut, thinning and timber stand improvement.

Vegetation
Resource
Management
Activities associated with the protection, restoration, and management of vegetation including fire detection and suppression, fuels treatment and management, insect and disease suppression, prescribed fire and burn management.

Water Quality
Improvements
and Watershed
Management
Activities associated with the protection, restoration, and management of watersheds including erosion control, runoff control and stream environment zone restoration.

Wildlife and
Fisheries
Resource
Management
Activities associated with the protection, restoration, and management of wildlife and fisheries resources.

Range
Management
Activities associated with range management including range pasture management, range improvement and grazing.

OPEN SPACE
Allowed in all
areas of the
Region
Land with no land coverage and maintained in a natural condition or landscaped condition consistent with best management practices, such as deed-restricted properties and designated open space area SHOREZONE Refer to TRPA Code Chapter 90 – Definitions.
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COMMUNITY NOISE EQUIVALENT LEVEL (CNEL)
The maximum community noise equivalent level for this Area Plan is as follows:

TABLE 3: COMMUNITY NOISE EQUIVALENT LEVEL (CNEL)

DISTRICT

TSC-C &
TSC-MU

SPECIAL
AREA #1
TSCMUTSCMUCTSC-G & TSC-G
SPECIAL AREA #1 TSC-NMX REC OS US 50
CNEL 60 60 601 602 (55 within the
shorezone) 6555 55 55 653

1. Maximum CNEL for Special Area #1, which comprises of APNs 028-081-02, 028-081-04 & 028-081-15 is 55.

2. Maximum CNEL for TSC-G Special Area #1 is identical to the TSC-G Zoning District.

2.3. This recommended threshold overrides the land use CNEL thresholds and is limited to an area within 300 feet from the edge of the road.

DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
The development standards for the Tourist Core are intended to provide physical development requirements to implement the South Shore Tourism Core Area Plan’s vision, goals, and policies; implement the goals and policies of the recently adopted General Plan and the Regional Plan Update, and enable the South Shore Tourism Core Area Plan to be found as a conforming Area Plan by the TRPA Governing Board. The standards were developed based on a review of the TRPA Regional Plan Update policies, the TRPA Area Plans Framework, the General Plan, the Stateline/Ski Run Community Plan, the City of South Lake Tahoe Code and Design ManualGuidelines, Redevelopment Demonstration Plan, and the South Shore Vision Plan.

Form-based coding techniques are used for development standards. The standards of each district list density and lot coverage limits, lot dimensional requirements, building location standards, height requirements, parking and access provisions, and minimum open space and landscaping requirements. Furthermore, supplemental standards address building orientation and design, pedestrian access, and bicycle parking. Buildings are required to be oriented toward and include a public entrance on a public street. Building design standards are intended to avoid bulky and “box-like” buildings and encourage appropriate architectural features.

Tables 4 through 9 prescribe the development standards for the Tourist Center DistrictsCore Area Plan. Individual letters in parentheses refer to additional regulations that directly follow the table.

The numbers in each illustration below refer to corresponding regulations in the “#” column in the associated table.

LOT AND DENSITY
Maximum allowed densities are consistent with the limits set in the Regional Plan Update. The Regional Plan Update allows maximum densities of 25 units per acre for multi-family residential development and 40 units per acre for tourist accommodation with the adoption of an Area Plan.

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DISTRICT

TSC-C TSC-MU

TSC-MUC &

TSC-MUC

SPECIAL
AREA #1

TSC-G &
TSC-G

SPECIAL
AREA #1

TSC-NMX REC
Maximum Density:

Employee Housing Family
(dwelling units/ acre)
15 15 15 15 15 15
Maximum Density: MultiPerson Dwelling (persons/
acre)
2565 2565 2565 2565 25 65 n/a65
Maximum Density:

Multiple-Family (dwelling
units/ acre)
12 to 65 25 12 to 65 25 12 to 65 25 12 to 65 25 12 to 65 25 n/a12
to 25
Maximum Density: Single
Family Dwelling (dwelling
units/acre)
See
multiplefamily
dwelling
density for
condominiu
ms1 unit per
parcel for
parcels less
than one
acre
2 units per
parcel for
parcels
greater
than or
equal to
one acre,
provided
one unit is
an
authorized
Accessory
Dwelling
Unit.
1 unit per parcel for parcels less than one acre
2 units per parcel for parcels greater than or equal to one acre, provided one unit is an authorized Accessory
Dwelling Unit.

Nursing and Personal
Care (person/acre) 65 65 65 65 65 n/a
Residential Care
(person/acre) 65 65 65 65 65 n/a
Maximum Density: Tourist
Accommodation
(dwelling units/ acre)
40 40 40 40 40 n/a
Lot Size
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DISTRICT

TSC-C TSC-MU

TSC-MUC &

TSC-MUC

SPECIAL
AREA #1

TSC-G &
TSC-G

SPECIAL
AREA #1

TSC-NMX REC
Minimum Lot Size, Depth,
Width Subject to City Code Section 6.55.180 for commercial/public uses and Chapter 6.85 for residential uses.

Minimum Lot Size (sq ft) 10,000 (A) 10,000 (A) 10,000 (A) 10,000 (A) 6,000 (A) 10,00 0 (A)
Minimum Lot Width (sq ft) 80 (A) 80 (A) 80 (A) 80 (A) 60 (A) 80 (A) Minimum Lot Depth (sq ft) 100 (A) 100 (A) 100 (A) 100 (A) 100 (A) 100 (A)
Coverage
Maximum Land Coverage-Base
+ Transferred (% of project area
located within land capability
districts 4-7)
Within 300 feet of the High Water Mark of Lake Tahoe, maximum coverage shall be 50 percent of the project area that is located within Land Capability Districts 4 through 7, inclusive. Further than 300 feet from the High Water Line of Lake Tahoe, maximum land coverage shall be 70 percent of the project area that is located within Land Capability Districts 4 through 7, inclusive. Also sSee Section 30.4 of the TRPA Code of Ordinances
A. Reduced Minimum Lot Size and Dimensions. Smaller lots may be approved as part of a condominium, or other airspace subdivision pursuant to City Code 6.55.190.

Mixed-Use Density.

The maximum density for mixed-use projects includes up to 40 Tourist Units per acre and up to 25 residential units per acre. If a project includes non-conforming tourist or residential density, any new tourist or residential density must take into account the overage in overall density and reduce the allowable density for new construction so that the total density does not exceed 65 units per acre.

In the case of a mixed-use project that includes a commercial use or other use that is not subject to a density calculation, combined with residential and/or tourist uses, the project may include the total allowable commercial square footage, and the maximum allowable tourist and residential units per acre, using the full parcel area as the denominator in the density calculation.

The maximum mixed-use density for TSC-G Special Area 1 is 40 units per acre.

Otherwise, the lot and density standards for TSC-G Special Area 1 are identical to those in the TSC-G zoning district.

A. Accessory Dwelling Unit’ss. Construction of accessory dwelling units on parcels developed with residential uses are subject to City Code Section 6.85.050. In accordance with TRPA Code of Ordinances Section 31.4.7, accessory dwelling units shall not be considered in the calculation of density.

B. No Minimum Density for Qualifying Mixed-Use Projects. Mixed-use developments may be exempt from the minimum density standards when the following are met.

1. Vertical Mixed-Use. The first floor shall be dedicated to non residential uses.
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2. Horizontal Mixed-Use. At least 25 percent of the gross floor area shall be dedicated to non-residential uses.

C. Mixed-Use Density. The maximum density for a mixed-use project shall be the maximum density as shown in Table 4 for the given uses.

B.D. No Net Loss of Residential Units. When a parcel containing a residential use is redeveloped to a lower density or to a non residential use, the units not rebuilt on site shall be redeveloped elsewhere in the plan area and shall be equivalent in size and number of bedrooms as those being replaced. A deed restriction shall be placed on any resulting single-family dwelling prohibiting use as a Vacation Home rental as defined in City Code Section 3.50.370.

C.E. Density for Deed Restricted Developments. Residential developments or mixed-use developments with a residential component where 100% of units are deed restricted for affordable, moderate, or achievable housing are subject to TRPA Code of Ordinances

13.5.3.I.

D.

BUILDING PLACEMENT AND ORIENTATION
Minimum building setbacks and street frontage improvements are established to complement a walkable, tourist center districtTourist Center District. Along Highway 50/Lake Tahoe Boulevard, buildings are required to be setback 30 feet from the back of the curb. The setback area is to consist of a 10 foot sidewalk/use area in which a minimum of six feet clear must be reserved for pedestrian movement and the other area must be improved as part of a wider sidewalk or provide outdoor dining/seating area or landscaping.

Along all other street frontages, with exceptions as noted in the standards, buildings are required to be setback 20 feet from the back of the curb or the outer edge of road or drainage improvements where no curb exists. This setback would include a five-foot sidewalk, while the remaining area would be improved as part of a wider sidewalk or provide outdoor dining/seating area or landscaping.

Standards require buildings to be built at this setback lines for a certain percentage of the linear street frontage in order to establish a consistent and engaging street frontage and improve the pedestrian experience. Additional regulations require pedestrian-oriented street frontage improvements such as the provision of street trees and lighting. Awnings, overhangs, and other elements to provide a covered walkway, public plaza, or outdoor eating area are allowed to project into the setback area. With approval by the Director of Development Services, any standard may be waived for public service uses where the strict application would interfere with use of specialized equipment or operations or create an unsafe environment.

All purely residential developments shall adhere to design standards of City Code Chapter 6.85, except when fronting Lake Tahoe Boulevard/Hwy 50.
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DISTRICT TSC-C TSC-MU

TSC-MUC
& TSCMUC

SPECIAL
AREA #1

TSC-G &
TSC-G

SPECIAL
AREA #1
TSCNMX REC #
Minimum Setbacks (ft)
Street Frontage, Hwy US
Highway 50/Lake Tahoe Blvd
(measured from back of curb)
30 ft., must include a 10 ft. sidewalk/use area with a
minimum 6 ft. wide clear sidewalk for pedestrian
movement and the balance of the area improved as
part of wider sidewalk, outdoor dining/seating area,
or landscaping; (A)
n/a 
Street Frontage, Ski Run
Boulevard north of Hwy US
Highway 50/Lake Tahoe Blvd
(measured from back of curb)
75 ft. (A) n/a 75 ft. (A) n/a 
Street Frontage, Montreal Road
and Lake Parkway (measured
from back of curb)
n/a 50 ft. n/a n/a n/a 50 ft. 
Street Frontage, all other
streets (measured from back of
curb or outer edge of road or
drainage improvements if no
curb)
20 ft.; must include a fivesix-foot sidewalk. The
balance of the area is required to be improved as
part of wider sidewalk, outdoor dining/seating area,
or landscaping; (A)
n/a 
Interior Side (ft.)
Nonresidential Uses: 0; 10 adjacent to
residential district
Residential Uses: 10
105 
Rear (ft.)
Nonresidential Uses: 0; 10 adjacent to
residential district
Residential Uses: 10
10 
Build-to-Line: Minimum Building
Frontage at Street Setback Line
75 east of
intersection
with
50 (B) 50 (B) 50 (B) 50
(B) n/a 
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Pioneer
Trail (CB)
Corner Build Area (ft.) 50 (C) 50 (C) 50 (C) 50 (C) n/a  Maximum Projection into
Setback
Awnings and overhangs to provide a covered
walkway, public plaza, or outdoor eating area may
project up to 10 ft. into the required setback.
n/a 
Shorezone Setback 100 ft. from the high waterline or in accordance with TRPA Shorezone Ordinances, whichever is more restrictive
A. Street Frontage Improvements. The improvement of the public right-of-way is necessary for the safety and convenience of residents and visitors, improving the quality of the community and unifying the appearance of the community with the establishment of a consistent set of improvement standards. New development shall provide street frontage improvements in accordance with the following or in accordance with the improvements outlined in this Area Plan that contains specific streetscape standards:

1. Street Trees. A minimum of two trees and four shrubs shall be planted for every 50 linear feet of street frontage.

2. Lighting. Pedestrian Pedestrian-scaled lighting consistent with City pedestrian lighting standards. Lighting standards that include attachments from which banners identifying the area or announcing community events may be hung are encouraged.

3. Sidewalks. Unless noted in Table 5, sidewalk widths shall be consistent with City Code Section 6.10.180 and the City of South Lake Tahoe Public Improvement and Engineering Standards (PIES).

2.1. The requirements to construct a sidewalk may be waived by the Director of Public Works if it is found that the construction of sidewalks could impede drainage or that the location has been identified for City initiated street improvements.

B. Build-to to-Line. Buildings shall be constructed at the required setback for the percent of linear street frontage identified in Table 5. This requirement may be modified or waived by the Director of Development Services upon finding that:

1. The area between the built-to -line and the building are Eentry courtyards, plazas, entries, or outdoor eating areas or other public spaces; and are located between the build-to line and building, provided that the buildings are built to the edge of the courtyard, plaza, or dining area; or

2. The building incorporates an alternative entrance design that creates a welcoming pedestrian entry feature facing the street.; or

2.3. Topographic features, lot configuration or other conditions make it impractical to require compliance with the build-to lines.

C. Corner Build Area. Buildings must be located at the point of intersection of the two setback lines at street corners, and must occupy the street frontage at the setback line for at least 50 feet from the street corner property line (See Figure C-1). Public plazas may be at the street corner provided buildings are built to the edge of the public plaza. Where a parcel is bounded by more than two streets, this requirement only applies to the primary street frontage and one side street frontage. Corners in designated Scenic Corridors are exempt from this requirement. This requirement may be modified or waived by the Director of Development Services upon finding that:
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1. Where buildings placed on a corner would negatively impact a designated scenic view, visual open space, visual access, or views of mountains ridgelines; or

2. Where buildings placed on a corner would negatively affect the sun angle plane to reduce icing on US Highway 50 and public sidewalks, or

3. Where buildings placed on a corner would encroach in a stream environment zone or require destruction or removal of significant natural features.

FIGURE C-1: CORNER BUILD AREA
C.D. Building Orientation and Entrances.

1. Primary building entrances for all buildings shall be located facing a public street.

1. Where a commercial use is adjacent to a bike route, lane, or path, a business, or business complex shall integrate access from the route to the primary entrance.

2. Building entrances shall be emphasized with special architectural and landscape treatments, shall provide covered overhead protection in the form of recessed arcades or protruding canopies, and shall ensure protection from unloading roof snow.

3. Entrances located at corners shall generally be located at a 45 45-degree angle to the corner and shall have a distinct architectural treatment to animate the intersection and facilitate pedestrian flow around the corner. Different treatments may include angled or rounded corners, arches, and other architectural elements.

3.4. All building and dwelling units located in the interior of a site shall have entrances from the sidewalk that are designed as an extension of the public sidewalk and connect to a public sidewalk.
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4.5. Entrances to residential units as part of mixed-use projects shall be physically separated from the entrance to the permitted commercial non residential uses and clearly marked with a physical feature incorporated into the building or an appropriately scaled element applied to the façade.

FIGURE CD-12: BUILDING ORIENTATION AND ENTRANCES
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Maximum height limits proposed in the Regional Plan Update have been refined to reflect the nature of development in each sub district. Buildings are required to step back within a daylight plane along street frontages and adjacent to residential areas to address massing, protect viewsheds, allow light and air, and limit winter shading in public areas. Minimum heights are proposed for ground floors in order to establish a consistent building frontage along the street and to accommodate a wide range of uses. Buildings are required to step back within a daylight plane along street frontages and adjacent to residential areas to address massing, protect viewsheds, allowprovide light and air, and limit winter shading in public areas. Roofs are required to be sloped to support alpine character in design. Limited areas of flat roofs are allowed as long as they are not visible from the public right-of-way.