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area. Moreover, with the necessary conditions relating to landscaping, building code compliance, and property maintenance, the kept-up appearance of the property will be maintained. 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 proposed duplex will remain compatible with adjacent development in the immediate DA District. The duplex development conforms to all DA-3 District development standards (i.e., setbacks, coverage, and height) with the exception of having two covered off-street parking spaces. Conformance to the DA-3 District's requirements will maintain adequate availability of light, air and privacy for the development and adjacent properties. The two open parking spaces and long driveway on the parcel, with the parking exception, will meet the minimum required off-street parking spaces for the site. Conformance to the DA District requirements will maintain adequate availability of light, air and privacy for the development and adjacent properties. 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 existing subject property is adequately served by streets, utilities and other public facilities without detriment to the immediate area. The proposed duplex will not significantly affect the public utilities and facilities already serving the existing immediate area. As this project site has been designated and zoned for two-family residential uses, this proposal would not affect transportation plans for this area. Site Plan Review Findings 1. Site plan elements (such as but not limited to: building placement, yard setbacks, size and location of landscape areas, parking facilities and placement of service areas) are in compliance with the minimum requirements of this code, and are arranged as to achieve the intent of such requirements by providing a harmonious and orderly development that is compatible with its surroundings. Parking, loading, storage and service areas are appropriately screened by building placement, orientation walls and/or landscaping. The proposed location of the building is harmonious with its context, echoing the placement of the adjacent single-family and two-family residences in the immediate area. The proposed building conforms to the DA-3 District requirements for setbacks, coverage and building heights. The required off-street parking would be met with a parking exception and by the provision of an open two-car concrete pad at the rear of the property and the long driveway that vehicles could also be parked on. 2. The building(s) has adequate articulation, with appropriate window placement, use of detailing and/or changes in building planes to provide visual interest. The exterior materials, finishes, detailing ,and colors are compatible with those of surrounding structures. Visually incompatible elements, such as roof-mounted utilities, are fully screened from public view. Recommended Findings of Fact May 15, 2008 PLN2008-00003 Page 2 of 4