The Sale of the Flanders Mansion Project Conflicts with Goals, Objectives & Policies of City’s General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan

ABSTRACT: The Sale of the Flanders Mansion Property conflicts with several Goals, Objectives and Policies of the City’s General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan, including G5-3, O5-8, P5-46, G5-4, G5-6,P5-98, O5-21, P5-105, P5-107, G5-8, O5-32, P5-139, G5-13, O5-41, G6-1, P6-8, G7-1, O7-2 and P7-3. The specific Goals, Objectives and Policies are reproduced.

General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan Coastal Resource Management Element
Carmel-by-the-Sea

Goals, Objectives and Policies

Urban Forests, Parks and Open Spaces
G5-3 Protect, conserve and enhance the unique natural beauty and irreplaceable natural resources of Carmel and its Sphere of Influence, including its biological resources, water resources, and scenic routes and corridors. (LUP)

O5-8 Protect, conserve and enhance designated open space, the urban Monterey pine forest, beach and shoreline, the sensitive habitats and the hillside areas, and acquire additional open space as deemed appropriate. (LUP)

P5-46 Preserve and protect areas within the City's jurisdiction, which due to their outstanding aesthetic quality, historical value, wildlife habitats or scenic viewsheds, should be maintained in permanent open space to enhance the quality of life. Such acquired areas would be left in a natural state or restored for aesthetic and/or wildlife purposes. (LUP)

G5-4 Preserve and enhance the City's legacy of an urbanized forest of predominantly Monterey pine, coast live oak and Monterey Cypress. (LUP)

G5-6 Preserve and acquire open space and parks. (LUP)

P5-98 Resist the transfer of open space to other uses. (LUP)

O5-21 Optimize public use of City parks. (LUP)

P5-105 Implement the recommendations of all existing Master Plans considering prioritized needs and available funding:
a. Mission Trail Nature Preserve Master Plan

P5-107 Provide for public access and passive enjoyment of City parks and open space. (LUP)

Mission Trail Nature Preserve
G5-8 Preserve the forested tranquil atmosphere of Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
(LUP)

O5-32 Provide reasonable low-impact uses of the Mission Trail Nature Preserve for the enjoyment of its natural surroundings and plant and wildlife inhabitants. (LUP)

P5-139 Provide maximum pubic access to and within Mission Trail Nature Preserve that is easy to maintain and protects environmental resources. (LUP)

Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas
G5-13 Develop, preserve and enhance areas of scenic interest and determine methods to protect key scenic corridors and routes. (LUP)

O5-41 Encourage increased use of open space areas for such uses as pedestrian paths and scenic viewpoints that would provide for public enjoyment of
these areas. (LUP)

General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan Public Facilities and Services Element
Carmel-by-the-Sea

Goals, Objectives and Policies

G6-1 To recognize the unique social, cultural and recreational aspirations and activities which contribute to the vitality of Carmel-by-the-Sea; to provide a range of public and semi-public facilities and programs responsive to those aspirations; to provide public services to ensure each resident a safe, healthful and attractive living environment; to maintain both facilities and programs so as to exemplify the highest standards for the community.

P6-8 Maintain the City's beach, park and open space in a manner to encourage use and enjoyment by residents and visitors. (See also the Open Space Element)

General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan Open Space, Conservation & Scenic Highways Element
Carmel-by-the-Sea

Goals, Objectives and Policies

G7-1 To protect, conserve and enhance the unique natural beauty and irreplaceable natural resources of Carmel and its Sphere of Influence; to conserve Carmel's available water sources; and to protect scenic routes and corridors.

O7-2 Develop, preserve and enhance areas of scenic interest and determine methods to protect key scenic corridors and routes.

P7-3 Encourage the full utilization and opportunities within permanent open space areas for such uses as pedestrian paths and scenic viewpoints that would provide for public enjoyment of these areas.

Table 7.1: Carmel-by-the-Sea Recreation Facilities/Open Space

Facility: Mission Trail Park/Arboretum
Acreage: 35.0
Facilities/Use: Nature walks, jogging, picnicking, bicycling
Zoning Designation: P-1 = To preserve publicly owned park and beach lands for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations, and to prevent the destruction of natural open spaces.