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File #:17-730,Version:1 The courtyard would have raised planters at the eastern and southern edges that would include plant material that could drape or spill over the 15.5 foot tall wall. Along the eastern edge the planter has a length of 78 feet and along the southern edge it would be 93 feet long. The eastern wall would maintain a 15 foot separation from the home at 559 Parrott Street and an 82 foot distance from 1613 Carpentier Street. The 15.5 foot tall wall would maintain a 40 foot separation from the rear of 1645 A and B Carpentier Street and 75 feet from 1667 Carpentier Street. The property to the south is vacant, however a future residential development would likely maintain a setback of three feet. Downtown San Leandro TOD Strategy The proposed project is in accordance with the Downtown San Leandro TOD Strategy adopted September 2007. The project is at an optimal location being across the street from San Leandro BART and numerous AC Transit bus lines - a positive impact on public transit ridership. The new residences will enhance the walkability of the area and strengthen the link between the BART station area and downtown. In addition, the project is walking distance to the downtown shops and services. It will contribute to the activity and vitality of downtown. Engineering and Transportation Department The Engineering and Transportation Department, with the recommended Conditions of Approval, found the site plan, interior vehicle circulation and parking, stormwater management and retention (C -3 Requirements), and the necessary public improvements would comply with the City’s standards and meet City requirements. In addition, the recommended conditions list the various required development impact fees and a requirement to merge the two lots. Fire Access and Emergency Egress The Building and Safety Services Division and the Fire Department, with the recommended Conditions of Approval, have found that the site plan and the building design comply with Building and Fire Codes. The plans show the required exiting routes and a fire pump room at street level adjacent to the main entry for increased firefighting water pressure for the building (if necessary). Landscape Plan The landscaping along the frontages complements the architectural design, with a balance of trees, shrubs, and ground cover. The minimum size for the trees is recommended to be 15 gallons, shrubs to be five gallons and the ground covers at one gallon or from flats with the necessary spacing to cover the planter areas in a growing season. Landscaping is also identified in the interior courtyard that includes vines to spill over and soften the appearance of the walls adjacent to the east and south interior property lines. Summary of Findings Staff finds the proposal will provide affordable infill residential development having a density compatible with the current Downtown Area land use and zoning designations. The design is within the allowable envelope of the existing zoning district. Staff further finds that the architectural design is well articulated, detailed, and complies with the design standards identified within the TOD Strategy. The project would improve a vacant and an underused property and enhance the San Leandro City of San Leandro Printed on 3/8/2018Page 8 of 10 powered by Legistar™33