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Exhibit A Findings of Fact November 4, 2019 PLN17-0069 874 Lewelling Boulevard Page 2 of 6 Table 1 Zoning Development Standard Compliance Development Standard Requirement Proposed Comment Min. Site Area 18,000 sq. ft. 20,830 sq. ft. Meets Code Min. Lot Area 6,000 sq. ft. 20,830 sq. ft. Meets Code Min. Lot Width 60 ft. 73 ft. Meets Code Max. Density 14.5 du/ac 12.5 du/ac Meets Code Min. Front Setback 20 ft. 20 ft. Meets Code Min. Side Setback Avg. 10 ft. Avg. 19 ft. Meets Code Min. Rear Setback 15 ft. 42 ft. 10 in. Meets Code Max. Height 40 ft. 36 ft. 5 in. Meets Code Max. Coverage 50% 29.3% Meets Code Min. Landscaping 1,200 sq. ft. 4,546 sq. ft. Meets Code Off-street Parking 12 covered 3 uncovered 12 covered 3 uncovered Meets Code 2. That the proposed location of the use and the proposed conditions under which it would be operated or maintained, will be consistent with the General Plan; will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare of persons residing or working in or adjacent to the neighborhood of such use; and will not be detrimental to properties or improvements in the vicinity or to the general welfare of the City. The General Plan anticipated medium-high density residential in this area and the proposal is consistent with the City’s goals, objectives, and policies related to housing and land uses. The residential project is of an appropriate density and use within the surrounding multi-family residential corridor. The development of six units will enhance the existing community atmosphere with a modest increase in residential population while providing an adequate level of safety and amenities for its residents. Sufficient off-street parking will be provided to prevent significant impacts on street parking in the vicinity. The development would result in an aesthetic improvement over the currently underutilized site containing one single- family residence. The infill site will be adequately served with public services, including utilities. 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 RM-3000(PD) designation allows for a Planned Development (PD) application. To accommodate two multi-family residential buildings in exchange for reduced rear yards that are functionally interior side yard setbacks along the eastern edge, the PD allows for the creation of a townhome development that would otherwise not be achievable on a relatively narrow parcel. In exchange, conditions of approval are imposed on the project to ensure higher quality housing, variety of building colors and materials, and incorporation of on-site improvements such as functional open spaces that exceed minimum requirements. The proposed six unit project has a density of 12.5 units per acre, which is below neighboring residential developments which range from approximately 17 to 32 units per acre.