Easton Subdivision Project

The Easton Subdivision Project is a development initiative by the City of Modesto, California, involving a 19.0-acre site. The project requires a General Plan Amendment to change land use from Business-Commercial-Residential to Village Residential, a Specific Plan Amendment to the Village One Specific Plan, and a rezone from Specific Plan-Holding to Specific Plan. These actions facilitate the adoption of Precise Plan 35 North and a Tentative Subdivision Map to create 127 residential lots, one park lot, and one public access and public utility easement lot. The resulting density of approximately 6.68 dwelling units per gross acre slightly exceeds the average density identified for the Village Residential designation. The scope of work includes site preparation and grading in 2028, building construction from 2028 to 2029, and paving and architecture in 2029. Key performance standards include achieving interior noise levels of 45 dBA Ldn or less for residences, particularly those facing the BNSF rail line. The project must adhere to the Modesto Municipal Code for noise, SJVAPCD Rule 4102 for air quality, and the Americans with Disabilities Act for curbramps and sidewalks. Environmental compliance is managed through a Mitigated Negative Declaration, requiring a Dust Control Plan approved by the SJVAPCD and strict protocols for the protection of cultural resources and human remains. Inspection and verification of dust control and construction standards are the responsibility of the City of Modesto and the SJVAPCD.