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File Number: 12 -033 the VP overlay, such as on Benedict Drive, are subject to this requirement when their homes are not within any viewsheds. Even homes on the hilly sections of Bay -O -Vista may be oriented so that a side or rear fence would not infringe on a significant view corridor. As such, staff is proposing that the following text be added to Section 4 -1682, Subsection A.3 RS -VP District: "Fences proposed in side and rear yards where no views, as defined above, are significantly affected are not subject to this section, as determined by the Zoning Enforcement Official. " The above modified text in Section 4 -1682 is included in the proposed Ordinance. Paving within Residential Front Yards While the San Leandro Zoning Code currently provides that parking anywhere other than on a driveway in the front setback is prohibited, the Code also allows for additional paved areas adjacent to the driveway and states that said driveway not exceed fifty percent of the width of the subject property. As such, there are no regulations against completely paving over a front yard. In recent years, this has resulted in cases where a homeowner has paved over the entire front yard of the home, causing adjacent neighbors and the City Council to voice concerns regarding aesthetics. State stormwater run -off permits encourage larger areas of pervious surface to allow for on -site filtration of rain water before entering into a storm drain system. In order to ensure more attractive and environmentally sustainable front yards in the City's residential neighborhoods, staff proposes to amend the Zoning Code to limit impervious surfaces to 50% of front yards. Committee Review and Actions City Council Business and Housing Development Committee was provided a brief update on the proposed amendments on October 13, 2011. Applicable General Plan Policies The proposed amendments conform with the General Plan. Specifically, these Policies apply: • Policy 1.06 Day Care Centers in Neighborhoods - To the extent permitted by State law, maintain regulations for large- family day care facilities (as defined by the State) and child care centers which ensure that impacts on residential neighborhoods are minimized. Policy 2.05 Alterations, Additions, and Infill - Ensure that alterations, additions and infill development are compatible with existing homes and maintain aesthetically pleasing neighborhoods. Policy 1.07 Fences - Require that any fencing in residential neighborhoods meets high aesthetic and safety standards. Residential fencing should not obstruct vehicle sight lines, should be compatible with the architectural design of nearby structures, and should make a positive contribution to the character of the neighborhood. City of San Leandro Page 4 Printed on 211512012