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A-99-4/PD-99-4 - 4 - November 9, 1999 Architecture The applicant recently completed a similar project at the corner of Thornton Avenue and San Leandro Boulevard. This project will have a very similar building design. However, the architect has developed a number of architectural enhancements that will upgrade the appearance of the units in comparison to the Thornton Avenue project. These include stucco stone accent veneer, arched transom window, stucco corbel, accent stucco wainscot, sectional roll -up garage doors with windows, wood shutters, decorative wood details under some of the windows, stucco planter boxes and darker colors for trim accent. This will give the units a more individual appearance. School Impact The applicant has met with Robert Nehls, Jr., Deputy Superintendent of Schools. The addition of 5 units will have little or no impact on local schools. The developer has agreed to pay the maximum statutory fee of $1.93 per square foot plus statutorily permissible escalations. After the district's adoption of a new developer school fee in January of 2000, the developer will pay the school fee that is statutorily required. A copy of a letter from the developer to the school district addressing school impact fees is attached. STAFF ANALYSIS The Planning Commission carefully reviewed and discussed the proposed development. The Commission felt the developer had created a product that was highly appropriate for the downtown and BART areas of San Leandro. The project will provide new ownership housing in an older area that has not had any new housing for many years. The proposed development will be compatible with surrounding residential and professional office uses. The Planning Commission had the following comments and recommended revision to the Conditions of Approval after discussing the Plans: ■ The Commission suggested that the garages be equipped with electric garage openers in order to make garage entry safer and to avoid street congestion. ■ The Commission suggested stronger color distinctions, suggesting reds, browns and yellows as opposed to whites, beige and tans. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW This project has been reviewed pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Initial Study concluded that the Planned Development and Vesting Tentative Maps would not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration has been prepared (see attached). The Negative Declaration was circulated for the 20-day review period, which ended on October 13, 1999. The Planning Commission and Staff recommend the City Council adopt the Negative Declaration. 1v0