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4 Environmental Analysis 4.18 Wildfire Policy PHS-4.3: Fire Prevention Measures. The County shall implement State recommendations for fire prevention in Fire Hazard Severity Zones and require new and/or existing development to provide clearance around structures, use fire- resistant ground cover, build with fire-resistant roofing materials, participate in fuel load reduction, and take other appropriate measures. Alameda County East County Area Plan The purpose of the East County Area Plan (ECAP) is to present a clear statement of the Alameda County's intent concerning future development and resource conservation within East County. The goals and policies in the ECAP are intended to inform decisionmakers, the general public, public agencies, and those doing business in Alameda County of the County's position on land use-related issues and to provide guidance for day-to-day decision making. The programs that follow the policies identify a set of specific actions the County will undertake to achieve the goals and policies of the plan (Alameda County 2000). The proposed gen-tie line lies within Alameda County and is covered by the ECAP. The gen-tie line would be considered an allowable use as a utility corridor under the Large Parcel Agriculture designation of the ECAP. The Alameda County ECAP includes the following goals and policies that are relevant to the Project: Goal: To minimize the risks to lives and property due to environmental hazards. Policy 134: The County shall not approve new development in areas with potential natural hazards (flooding, geologic, wildland fire, or other environmental hazards) unless the County can determine that feasible measures will be implemented to reduce the potential risk to acceptable levels, based on site-specific analysis. Policy 135: The County, prior to approving new development, shall evaluate the degree to which the development could result in loss of lives or property, both within the development and beyond its boundaries, in the event of a natural disaster. Goal: To ensure the prompt and efficient provision of police, fire, and emergency medical facility and service needs. Policy 243: The County shall require new developments to pay their fair share of the costs for providing police, fire, and emergency medical services and facilities. Policy 244: The County shall require that new developments are designed to maximize safety and security and minimize fire hazard risks to life and property. Goal: To minimize the risks to lives and property due to fire hazards. Policy 320: The County shall consider, in reviewing development projects and subdivision of agricultural lands, the severity of natural fire hazards, potential damage from wildland and structural fires, the adequacy of fire protection services, road access, and the availability of an adequate water supply and pressure. Griffith Energy Storage Project 4.18-10 Tetra Tech/SCH 2022120675 Draft Environmental Impact Report August 2023