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The Zoning Code provides that the RM -1800 (PD) District allows the same uses as permitted in the underlying zoning designations. The applicant is proposing residential multi - family use, permitted in RM -1800 District and the design of the buildings will be for residential or resident- accessible recreational uses. Some deviations from the RM development standards are proposed, and are permitted via approval of the Planned Development (PD) Overlay. 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 proposed Project was reviewed by the City Engineering and Transportation Department staff. It was concluded that due to the decrease in estimated traffic trips in comparison to trips generated by the existing 43,200 square -foot medical office, the 66 -unit residential Project would not result in impacts to existing transportation systems, nor require any off - site transportation improvements. Thus, the Project will not create demands exceeding the capacity of the existing streets. The site is already served by adequate public utilities and infrastructure, including but not limited to: the gas and electric company, the water district, waste disposal, and police and fire departments. The site was previously improved and occupied for approximately 50 years. 5. The Planned Development Project Plan will provide superior urban design in comparison with the development under the base district zoning regulations. The site plan elements (including building placement, size and location of landscape areas, parking facilities, and the placement of trash enclosures) create a harmonious and orderly development that is compatible with its surroundings. In exchange for a minor reduction in setbacks, and fulfillment of the parking requirements with a certain proportion of open parking stalls in lieu of the required covered parking, the proposal offers an attractive apartment complex that provides over double the required common open space and replaces an outdated commercial office building with new construction that is compatible with the existing environment and uses. The overall design and features included within the Planned Development enhances the appearance of Washington Avenue. 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 gas, electric, water, waste disposal, and police and fire services. The Engineering and Transportation Department and Alameda County Fire Department have found the access to the site and internal circulation to be safe for vehicular, pedestrian and emergency vehicle access. Recommended Findings of Fact November 21, 2011 PLN2009- 00006; 2450 Washington Apartments Page 4 of 5