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SAN LEANDRO SHORELINE DEVELOPMENT DRAFT EIR
<br />CITY OF SAN LEANDRO
<br />Policy 42.04 Architectural Consistency- In established neighborhoods, protect architectural integrity by requiring infill
<br />housing, replacement housing, and major additions or remodels to be sensitive to and compatible with
<br />the prevailing scale and appearance of adjacent development.
<br />Policy 42.07 Visual Landmarks- Promote the development of "signature" buildings and monuments that provide visual
<br />landmarks and create a more distinctive and positive impression of San Leandro within the greater Bay
<br />Area. Local design guidelines should ensure that such buildings and monuments respect the character,
<br />scale, and context of the surrounding area.
<br />Goal 43 Quality Construction and Design- Ensure that new construction and renovation contributes to the quality
<br />and overall imaee of the communitv.
<br />Policy 43.01 Promoting Quality Design- Use the development review and permitting processes to promote high quality
<br />architecture and site design. Design review guidelines and zoning standards should ensure that the mass
<br />and scale of new structures are compatible with adjacent structures.
<br />Policy 43.02 Architectural Diversity- In newly developing neighborhoods, promote architectural diversity and variety.
<br />Encourage variations in lot sizes, setbacks, orientation of homes, and other site features to avoid
<br />monotony and maintain visual interest.
<br />Policy 43.03 Multi family Design- Establish high standards of architectural and landscape design for multi -family
<br />housing development. Boxy or massive building designs should be avoided, ample open space and
<br />landscaping should be provided, and high quality construction materials should be used.
<br />Policy 43.04 Permitting and Inspection- Maintain building inspection and code enforcement procedures that ensure
<br />that all construction is properly permitted, and that construction is completed as approved.
<br />Policy 43.05 Craftsmanship- Encourage a high level of craftsmanship in new construction, and the use of exterior
<br />materials and facade designs that enhance the appearance of the Citv.
<br />PLACEWORKS 4.1-3
<br />AESTHETICS
<br />TABLE 4.1-1
<br />SAN LEANDRO GENERAL PLAN POLICIES RELEVANT TO AESTHETICS
<br />Goal/Policy
<br />Number
<br />Goal/Policy Text
<br />Land Use
<br />Policy 2.08
<br />Privacy and Views- Encourage residential alterations, additions, and new homes to be designed in a
<br />manner that respects the privacy of nearby homes and preserves access to sunlight and views. Wherever
<br />feasible, new or altered structures should avoid the disruption of panoramic or scenic views.
<br />Policy 8.03
<br />Aesthetics- Upgrade the City's commercial corridors by building upon their existing strengths and
<br />improving their aesthetic qualities. The City should implement programs to underground utilities, abate
<br />weeds and graffiti, eliminate litter, improve buffers to adjacent residential uses, control excessive signage,
<br />and provide streetscape amenities and landscaping along the corridors.
<br />Policy 9.06
<br />Gateway Improvements- Encourage "gateway" improvements which enhance the approach routes to the
<br />Marina while minimizing the impacts of increased traffic on area neighborhoods. Improvements could
<br />include new signage, streetscape enhancement along Marina Boulevard and Fairway Drive, entry
<br />monuments and landscaping at the Marina itself, and longer-term circulation changes.
<br />Policy 9.07
<br />Urban Design- Encourage cohesive urban design and high-quality architecture at the Marina. Buildings
<br />should be oriented to maximize water views and shoreline access. Architecture, signage, lighting, street
<br />furniture, landscaping, and other amenities, should be coordinated to achieve an integrated design
<br />theme.
<br />Historic Preservation and Community Design
<br />Goal 42
<br />Sense of Place- Promote a stronger "sense of place" in San Leandro.
<br />Policy 40.04
<br />Commemorative Art- Promote murals, monuments, statues, and other forms of public art that
<br />commemorate San Leandro history and culture. Such projects should be incorporated in public buildings
<br />and major public works projects wherever feasible.
<br />Policy 42.01
<br />Gateways- Develop landscaped gateway features to identify neighborhoods, business districts, and major
<br />city entryways. Gateways should incorporate design and graphic themes that help define a unique identity
<br />for each neighborhood and district.
<br />Policy 42.03
<br />Urban Design Improvements- Use urban design elements such as bollards, pavers, fountains, signage, tree
<br />lighting, and street furniture (newspaper racks, benches, bus stops, planters, trash receptacles, bike racks,
<br />etc.) to establish a stronger design identity for San Leandro's commercial areas and make the street
<br />environment more inviting for pedestrians.
<br />Policy 42.04 Architectural Consistency- In established neighborhoods, protect architectural integrity by requiring infill
<br />housing, replacement housing, and major additions or remodels to be sensitive to and compatible with
<br />the prevailing scale and appearance of adjacent development.
<br />Policy 42.07 Visual Landmarks- Promote the development of "signature" buildings and monuments that provide visual
<br />landmarks and create a more distinctive and positive impression of San Leandro within the greater Bay
<br />Area. Local design guidelines should ensure that such buildings and monuments respect the character,
<br />scale, and context of the surrounding area.
<br />Goal 43 Quality Construction and Design- Ensure that new construction and renovation contributes to the quality
<br />and overall imaee of the communitv.
<br />Policy 43.01 Promoting Quality Design- Use the development review and permitting processes to promote high quality
<br />architecture and site design. Design review guidelines and zoning standards should ensure that the mass
<br />and scale of new structures are compatible with adjacent structures.
<br />Policy 43.02 Architectural Diversity- In newly developing neighborhoods, promote architectural diversity and variety.
<br />Encourage variations in lot sizes, setbacks, orientation of homes, and other site features to avoid
<br />monotony and maintain visual interest.
<br />Policy 43.03 Multi family Design- Establish high standards of architectural and landscape design for multi -family
<br />housing development. Boxy or massive building designs should be avoided, ample open space and
<br />landscaping should be provided, and high quality construction materials should be used.
<br />Policy 43.04 Permitting and Inspection- Maintain building inspection and code enforcement procedures that ensure
<br />that all construction is properly permitted, and that construction is completed as approved.
<br />Policy 43.05 Craftsmanship- Encourage a high level of craftsmanship in new construction, and the use of exterior
<br />materials and facade designs that enhance the appearance of the Citv.
<br />PLACEWORKS 4.1-3
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