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Item No. 1 PC : 12-4-86 SU-86-10 Page 4 4 . The appellant notes that the map is substantially in confor- mance with the previous map, and the number of proposed par- cels have decreased. Although the appellant is correct in noting that the design is similar and the number of lots are reduced, the previous map has expired. This proposal is a new project and must be reviewed on its own merits based on all current information and ordinance requirements . 5 . The appellant states that the Planning Division' s recommen- dation is not supported by substantial evidence. Following is a summary of correspondence, reports, and new information not considered in the previous EIR which was used in arriving at the recommendation: Traffic/Circulation: Letters from both CalTrans and the San Joaquin County Council of Governments (COG) indicate that the present circulation system ( including the Jahant Road/Highway 99 interchange) are not adequate for the anticipated increase in traffic . Noise: A report prepared in February 1986 titled "Current and Projected Noise Contours for . . . Roads, Railroads and Airports in S . J. County" revised noise contours along State Route 99 and established noise contours for the Linds Airport. Both sets of contours indicate a significant level of noise (over 60 dba) and intrude significantly into the proposed subdivision. Our policies would currently require a redesign of the subdivision. Air Safety/Hazards : Linds Airport is directly across the street to the south from the proposed subdivision. There was a fatal airplane crash within the proposed subdivision boundaries several years ago as a result of the plane hitting a powerline on Jahant Road. The crosswind runway passes over this subdivision. COG has informed this office that residential construction on all lots within the "Inner Approach/ Climbout" zone is prohi- bited, and further , COG recommends denial of the subdivision because of the need for air space protection and of the sub- division' s proximity to the airport in general . Referrals have also been sent out to the FAA and CAB, but they have not responded. Air Quality: