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The existing and future residential development dominates the area surrounding the property in question, however, south of San Bernardino Avenue lies a significant area of IP (Industrial Park) zoning which presently allows for most of the commercial uses permitted in the C-2 zone. The property in question, however, is situated in an ad- vantageous location for the applicant's intended development of a shopping center. Therefore, provided the City Council approves the Zone Change, and the applicant complies with the conditions of approval, it is Staff's opinion that the Zone Change will be consistent with the C-2 zone standards established by the Zoning Ordinance. COMPATIBILITY TO SURROUNDING USES 0 G E N The proposal is located in a developing area that will soon see the construction of a proposed six -story County Hospital to the south, and the completion of 165 single-family D dwellings to the north and'east. Existing residential development lies to the west and a church is located to the immediate east. The proposed Zone Change and the potential uses permitted in the C-2 zone may be Q considered compatible to the surrounding uses, provided certain issues are addressed such as: screening, vandalism, noise, and lighting. The privacy of the adjacent residential uses will require sufficient screening in order to alleviate any and all impacts that may create a negative impact. The use of a decorative block wall, augmented with heavy landscaping, will be requiredalong the north and east boundaries of the subject property, thereby mitigating the above impacts Therefore, it is staff's opinion that the proposal will be consistent with all current and future uses in the surrounding vicinity. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS The City of Rialto and John Laing Homes were the only Responsible Agencies to respond to the initial study. The City of Rialto suggested that a biological survey be conducted on the property in question, due to the area being suspected as the habitat of the Delhi Sand P Giant Flower Loving Fly. The United States Wildlife Service is currently considering adding this fly to the endangered species list; however, at present, this species is only being considered and has yet to be designated. John Laing Homes requested that consideration be given for the future residences and that their quality of life be protected should the Zone Change be approved. Staff has processed the application through Environmental Review and has concluded R that the proposed General Plan amendment and Zone Change will not have a significant effect on the environment and that a Negative Declaration should be prepared. T