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3. That the proposed use will comply with the provisions of this code; including any specific condition required for the proposed use, in the district, in which it would be located. The RM -2500 (PD) designation allows for a Planned Development (PD) application. In exchange for reduced lot sizes and setbacks, higher quality housing and on-site improvements (landscaping, enhanced paving) are being imposed as conditions of approval. 4. That the proposed use will not create adverse impacts on traffic or create demands exceeding the capacity of public services and facilities, which cannot be mitigated. The surrounding streets have adequate capacity to accommodate the traffic generated by this development. With its close proximity to public (bus) transportation, traffic generation may be less than developments in San Leandro that are not conveniently located close to public transportation. There are adequate public facilities in the area to serve this development. There is adequate public service to the proposed subdivision, including but not limited to; the gas and electric company, the water district, waste disposal, cable TV, and police and fire departments. 5. The Planned Development Project Plan will provide superior urban design in comparison with the development under the base district zoning regulations. In exchange for reduced lot sizes and shallow setbacks, the density of the project is reduced from the maximum residential densities of one unit per 1,800 square feet or 24 units per acre that could be allowed on the property (Zoning Code Section 2-500). The site planning for the Planned Development allows for adequate front yard and rear yard setbacks, vehicular parking, and private backyards that maximize the concept of home ownership. The height of the homes and the coverage of the homes do not exceed the maximum allowable in the RM base district. In addition, the design of the project contains architectural patterns and elements that contribute to the character of the Planned Development, including the use of colors, architectural grade composition roof, and landscaping for all areas contiguous to the street and common driveways areas. The overall design and features included within Planned Development enhances the development's long-term livability and value retention in this new residential development. 6. The Planned Development Project includes adequate provisions for utilities, services, and emergency vehicle access; and that public service demands will not exceed the capacity of the existing and planned systems. There is adequate public service provided to the proposed subdivision, including but not limited to the gas and electric, the water, waste disposal, cable TV, and police and fire services. The Engineering and Transportation Department, and Fire Department have found the access to the site to be safe for vehicular, pedestrian and emergency vehicle access. Recommended Findings of Fact October 11, 2007 PLN2007-00050 Page 3 of 4