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San Joaquin County March 16, 1998 <br /> SU-98-1 Page 2 <br /> As a result of the Valley's nonattainment status, the District strongly recommends that <br /> all feasible measures designed to reduce ozone precursors emissions be incorporated <br /> into this project. Please review the following: <br /> ♦ Energy efficient design including automated control system for heating/air <br /> conditioning and energy efficiency beyond Title 24 requirements, lighting controls <br /> and energy-efficient lighting in buildings, increased insulation beyond Title 24 <br /> requirements, and light colored roof materials to reflect heat. <br /> Planting of deciduous trees on the south and westerly facing sides of buildings. <br /> ♦ Provide low nitrogen oxide (NOx) emitting and/or high efficiency water heaters. <br /> ♦ If fireplaces are proposed, natural gas fireplaces or EPA-certified wood burning <br /> fireplaces/stoves should be installed in every unit that has a fireplace. Conventional <br /> open-hearth fireplaces should not be permitted. <br /> ♦ If transit service is available to the project site, improvements should be made to <br /> encourage residents to use it. If transit service is not currently available, but is <br /> planned for the future, appropriate easements should be reserved to provide for <br /> future improvements such as bus turnouts, loading areas, and shelters. <br /> Sidewalks and bikepaths should be installed throughout as much of the project as <br /> possible and should be connected to any nearby open space areas, parks, schools, <br /> commercial areas, etc. <br /> Thank you for the opportunity to comment. If you have any questions, please feel free <br /> to contact me at (209) 545-7000. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Tracy laaerher Bettencourt <br /> Environmental Planner APCD REF#980100 <br /> Northern Region <br />