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PLN180394 - DUKE ENERGY MOSS LANDING LLC (VISTRA ENERGY CORPORATION) (CONTINUED FROM MARCH 27, 2019)
Public hearing to consider an amendment to the Moss Landing Power Plant Master Plan to allow a battery energy storage system at the site.
Project Location: 11283 Dolan Road, Moss Landing, North County Land Use Plan, Moss Landing Community Plan
Proposed CEQA action: Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution to:
1. Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration;
2. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of a:
a. Coastal Administrative Permit amending the Moss Landing Power Plant Master Plan to change the use within an existing building from storage of electric generating turbines to establish of a 20-year life span battery energy storage system, and
b. Coastal Administrative Permit for development within 750 feet of a known archaeological site for the excavation and placement of the substation, replacement of an existing transformer, installation of new inverters and transformers on-site, and grading of approximately 3,750 cubic yards of cut; and
3. Adopt a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit C). Staff recommends approval of the project subject to 18 conditions of approval including two (2) mitigation measures.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: Eric Cherniss
Owner: Duke Energy Moss Landing LLC (Vistra Energy Corp.)
APN: 133-181-011-000
Zoning: HI (CZ)
Parcel Size: 137.5 acres
Plan Area: North County Land Use Plan, Moss Landing Community
Plan, Coastal Zone
Flagged and Staked: No
SUMMARY:
The project was heard before the Planning Commission on March 27, 2019. During this hearing, the Commission continued the hearing to May 29, 2019 to allow staff time to appropriately address comments and information submitted by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) regarding the ...
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