FAQ Topic: Natural Environment

Aircraft Hazards

Safety Element GOAL S-4: Aircraft Hazards Protect the safety of the general public from aircraft hazards. Policy S-4.1 Structures Above 200 Feet For development projects that include structures higher than 200 feet above existing grade, the City shall inform the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) and submit materials to the ALUC for review. Proposed projects … Continued

Geologic and Seismic Hazards

Safety Element GOAL S-3: Geologic and Seismic Hazards Provide a safe environment for all Santa Ana residents and workers while minimizing risk of injury, loss of life, property damage, and social and economic impacts caused by geologic and seismic hazards. Policy S-3.1 Hazard Identification Explore opportunities to identify and encourage the upgrade of structures and … Continued

Hazardous Materials

Safety Element GOAL S-2: Hazardous Materials Protect residents and environmental resources from contaminated hazardous material sites and minimize risks associated with the use, production, storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous materials. Policy S-2.1 Regional Collaboration Consult and collaborate with federal, state, and regional agencies to identify and regulate the use, storage and disposal of hazardous … Continued

Flood Safety

Safety Element GOAL S-1: Flood Safety Protect life and minimize property damage, social and economic disruptions caused by flood and inundation hazards. Policy S-1.1 Regional Collaboration Continue to consult with agencies to maintain the most current flood hazard and floodplain information; use the information as a basis for project review and to guide development in … Continued

Airport and Land Use Environs

Noise Element GOAL N-3 Airport and Land Use Environs Protect sensitive land uses from airport related noise impacts. Policy N-3.1 Residential Development Residential development within the John Wayne Airport (JWA) 65 dB(A) CNEL Noise Contour or greater is not supported. Policy N-3.2 Flight Paths Advocate that future flight path selection be directed away from existing … Continued

Noise Generators

Noise Element GOAL N-2: Noise Generators Reduce the impact of known sources of noise and vibration. Policy N-2.1 Transportation Related Noise Reduce noise generated from traffic, railroads, transit, and airports to the extent feasible. Policy N-2.2 Stationary Related Noise Minimize noise impacts from commercial and industrial facilities adjacent to residential uses or zones where residential … Continued

Land Use Compatibility

Noise Element GOAL N-1: Land Use Compatibility Ensure that existing and future land uses are compatible with current and projected local and regional noise conditions. Policy N-1.1 Noise Standards Utilize established Citywide Noise Standards and guidelines to inform land use decisions and guide noise management strategies. Policy N-1.2 Sound Design Encourage functional and attractive designs … Continued

Park Maintenance, Stewardship, and Sustainability

Open Space Element Goal OS-3: Park Maintenance,  Stewardship, and Sustainability Maintain and manage parks, recreation facilities, trails and open space to sustain City assets and support safe use. Policy OS-3.1 Park and Facility Maintenance Ensure all parks, recreation facilities and open spaces are well maintained. Policy OS-3.2 Maintenance Resources Ensure that funding, staffing, and other … Continued

Healthy, Safe, and Inclusive Opportunities

Open Space Element GOAL OS-2: Healthy, Safe and Inclusive Opportunities Provide welcoming, inclusive, safe, and healthy parks, recreation facilities, and activities to serve Santa Ana residents regardless of age, ability, or income. Policy OS-2.1 Recreation Variety Provide a variety of recreation facilities and activities to meet the diverse needs of the community. Consider needs for … Continued

Parks, Open Space, and Recreation

Open Space Element GOAL OS-1: Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Provide an integrated system of accessible parks, recreation facilities, trails, and open space to serve the City of Santa Ana. Policy OS-1.1 Park Master Plan Create and regularly update a citywide parks master plan to provide guidance for the acquisition, development, maintenance and programing of … Continued

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