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R~siden1 ial Development Standards Amcndmcnts to Ar1icIes 5, 17 and 24 3 January 16, 2007 City's existing design guidelines that are currently utilized for residential applications, and would further assist the public in their proposals, and staff and the decision-making bodies in reviewing applications. The proposed new standard [or garden features in the RS- VP District is a result of a recent situation, where a proposed structure did not higger the need for a building permit. However, due to the height of the garden structure and the hillside location, the adjacent resident had concems over view blockage. The proposed amendll1ents would provide a mechanism for administrative review by the Zoning Enforcement Official, even in those instances where a building pelll1it may not be triggered. To address the concern of on-street parking impacts in the RO District, specifically where rnultiplc homes are allowed on a single property, and also for large homes in any of the R districts, off-street parking standards are proposed lor amendment. As proposed, two-family dwellings in the RO district would be treated the same as in other districts, although both the Board or Zoning Adjustments and the Planning Commission suggested that consideration by staff on a case-by-case basis be given [or tandell1 parking in all R districts. In addition, a new provision has been added for additional parking for homes in excess of 4,000 square [eet of living area or with more than four bedrooms. Lastly, Article 24 is proposed for revision, to remove the requirement [or a conditional use pe1111it for residential condominium conversions of four or [ewer units. As proposed, this type o[ application would now be reviewed and acted on administratively by the Zoning Enforcement alllcia!, with the same submittal/review requirements as are currently required. The remaining amendments would provide intemal consistency related to the proposed additions to the Zoning Code. Current City Council Policy Not applicable. Previous City Council Action Not applicable. City Council Committee Review and Action This item was presented by staff at the October 12 Business Development Subcommittee meeting. Applicable Geneml Plan Policy The proposed amendments would be in conformance with the following General Plan policies: Policy 1.05 n. Alterations, Additions, and Jf!!i!!: Ensure that alterations, additions and in/ill development (Ire compatible with existing homes and maintain aesthetically pleasing neighhorllOods.