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City of Redwood City It is possible that following the scoping meeting (Element 1.5) and review of comments on the NOP, the scope of the EIR may be expanded beyond the environmental parameters anticipated at this time. Each of these 11 environmental parameters is discussed in greater detail below. Aesthetics The project site is currently an undeveloped wooded hillside surrounded by single- family residential development. The project would involve developing the site with 18 residential units, which would significantly alter the appearance of the site. The project would involve the development of single family residences similar to those that exist in the surrounding parcels, and so would be in keeping with nearby development. However, design guidelines may be required to minimize the visual impact of the development on the surrounding residences, and to mitigate aesthetic impacts to a lesser level. MHA I RMT will analyze the visual impacts of the proposed project from up to three key observation points and provide up to three visual simulations of the site with the proposed project. Air Quality The proposal would involve fuel combustion emissions during both construction and occupancy. Construction emissions would include fuel combustion from grading and building activities, as well as fugitive dust emissions during earthmoving operations. Emission control measures may be required to reduce potential air quality impacts to an insignificant level. Air quality issues surrounding the occupancy of 18 new residences in the area would likely be negligible. MHA I RMT will provide an air quality impact analysis based on detailed construction plans and schedule of equipment use provided by the applicant (including a detailed grading plan). Biological Resources Though the applicant's biological site assessment found no special status plant or animal species on the site at the time of the two site visits, there is the potential for three special status wildlife species and one plant special status species to exist on the site. In addition, the site is heavily vegetated with oak trees and other trees. Nomad Ecology will peer review the applicant's biological site assessment, and will assist MHA I RMT in identifying steps that can be taken to minimize impacts on sensitive species and to mitigate the removal of mature trees. January 11, 2008 RMY 11