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240-254 Callan Avenue; PLN2007-00050 2 November 19, 2007 3. The Planned Development to construct three detached single-family homes and retain the existing duplex subject to the recommended findings and revised recommended conditions of approval, by motion. BACKGROUND • The subject property comprises two parcels totaling 14,500 square feet which would be subdivided into four smaller parcels each containing a detached residential building. The existing two-story duplex at the front of the property would remain in its existing location. Two new detached two-story units would be constructed on the westerly half of the site and a new three-story detached unit would be constructed on the northeasterly portion of the site behind the existing duplex. A central driveway via Callan Avenue would serve access to the residential units that flank it (see attached exhibits). The driveway would access the attached two -car garages at the ground floor of each residential building and two uncovered parking spaces between the existing duplex and the three-story unit. • The exterior elevations of the new homes will have a `Craftsman -style' appearance with the use of stone wainscoting, horizontal wood siding, projecting bay elements, vertical hung window with wood trim, complex hipped roof design, roof dormers, and composition shingles. The new homes also include enhanced front porches, less prominent and deemphasized garage door placement, and upgraded craftsman -style garage doors. Computer generated three-dimensional simulations will be presented by the applicant at the City Council hearing. • In January 2007, the Planning Commission conducted a work session to review a proposal. The Commission made favorable comments on the site planning and architectural design and expressed a consensus that three new units and the retention of the existing duplex was an acceptable density for the project site. The Commission made recommendations related to enhancing the exterior appearance of the project by reducing the height of the three-story home in the rear and by adding a design element to the duplex to reduce its two-story vertical mass. • At the October 11, 2007 Planning Commission public hearing, the proposed plans went to the Commission for a formal hearing. At that meeting the Commission commended the applicant for the effort made in planning and designing the proposed project. The Commission found the revision to the three-story home acceptable. The height of the building was reduced and the proportions and aesthetics of the home were improved. The Commission however recommended that the enhancement to the duplex needed a little more work. The applicant will prepare a revised elevation and revised detail on the front of the duplex to address the Commission's concern by the City Council meeting date. Current City Council Policy Not applicable Previous City Council Action Not applicable