Freeway Corridor Specific Plan Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report

The Freeway Corridor Specific Plan Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report outlines a major land use development in Yucaipa, California, centered on the Pacific Oaks Commerce Center within Business Park Areas 2 and 3. The project proposes 2,472 new units and 5,093,265 square feet of nonresidential development, with significant changes compared to the approved plan, including a net increase of 2,786,461 square feet in business park use and a reduction of 2,278,976 square feet in retail commercial use. The core development includes a 2,054,000 square foot warehouse facility featuring 356 docking bays, 1,058 truck stalls, and 986 on-site automobile parking spaces. This is not a traditional procurement contract but a regulatory and planning document under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), led by the City of Yucaipa as the responsible agency with approval occurring on March 25, 2025, and publicly posted on September 9, 2025. The project is tracked under State Clearinghouse Number 2006041096, and the primary point of contact is Benjamin Matlock, Deputy Director of Community Development and City Planner. Environmental compliance is central to the project’s implementation, requiring strict adherence to South Coast AQMD regulations including Rules 1110, 1401, 1466, and 1470, as well as CARB standards for off-road equipment emissions. All construction and operational equipment must meet stringent zero-emission thresholds, with mandatory use of electric forklifts, yard trucks, and refrigerated transport units equipped with electric dock plugs. The plan mandates installation of Level 2 EV chargers at 10% of employee parking spots, conduit provision for future expansion, permanent air monitoring and filtration systems, and comprehensive staff training on CARB compliance. Stormwater compliance is enforced through NPDES Permit CAS618036 and San Bernardino County TGD standards. The project must conform to CalGreen Tier 2 and LEED green building guidelines, with construction suspended if the Air Quality Index exceeds 100. Acceptance and inspection responsibilities fall to the City of Yucaipa, in coordination with state agencies including the South Coast AQMD and State Water Resources Control Board. No federal solicitation, procurement terms, or