Reso 2020-107 903 Manor Boulevard PD and Site Plan

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1. Site plan elements (such as but not limited to: building placement, yard setbacks, size and location of landscape areas, parking facilities and placement of service areas) are in compliance with the minimum requirements of this Code, and are arranged as to achieve the intent of such requirements by providing a harmonious and orderly development that is compatible with its surroundings. Parking, loading, storage and service areas are appropriately screened by building placement, orientation walls and/or landscaping. The proposed three-story townhome residential buildings would be harmonious and compatible within the existing mixed -use commercial and residential context of the immediate area. The site planning and architectural design for the development deemphasizes vehicle parking by providing screening through landscaping. The proposed development complies with most of the CC Commercial Community zoning district requirements for setbacks, daylight plane, parking, except for open space. The CC Commercial Community zoning district requires 200 square feet of useable open space per unit for exclusive use by the residents and their guests. The Planned Development is providing 107.5 square feet of open space per unit with balconies/decks and a common open space. The development will additionally comply with the following zoning requirements: • Lot Area is 2.3 acres, exceeding the minimum 10,000 square feet required in the CC zoning district. • Height is 37.5 feet, well below the maximum height of 50' for the CC zoning district. • Lot Coverage is 32%, below the maximum coverage of 50% allowed in the CC zoning district. • FAR is 0.74, below the maximum FAR of 1.0 in the CC zoning district and 1.0 allowed in the General Plan CG designation. • Landscaping is proposed on 10.7% of the project site, which meets the 10% required in the CC zoning district. • Density is 17 units per acre, below the 24 units per acre maximum in the CC zoning district. 2. The building has adequate articulation, with appropriate window placement, use of detailing, and/or changes in building planes to provide visual interest. The exterior materials, finishes, detailing, and colors are compatible with those of surrounding structures. The proposed three-story residential development provides adequate articulation to all four sides of the buildings. The project appropriately provides varying wall planes and roof lines, using multiple colors, materials, and finishes. The building elevation proposes different arrangements of similar and complementary colors and materials, including horizontal lap siding, stucco, metal garage doors, and concrete tile roof. The design of the project creates visual interest and lessens the appearance of bulk and mass of the building. The details including modulation in the fagade plane that provide visual shadow and relief and include balconies/decks to break up the plane. The end units also incorporate changes in plane with projections, windows, and balconies which provide variation and interest. The articulation and design satisfies the Planned Development criteria and enhances the streetscape. Exhibit A Recommended Findings of Fact and Determination September 8, 2020 PLN19-0037 903 Manor Blvd. Page 5 of 6