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Resolution No. PC-2000-20 Page 2 2. The site is physically suitable for this type of development and density. The site is level, and borders existing residential development on the west and east sides of the project site. Adequate vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian access would be provided via Rose Avenue and Fair Street to serve the project and to ensure emergency vehicle access can be provided. The portion of the site within the arroyo will be dedicated to Zone 7, and the project design would maintain the stability of the existing slope on the south side of the arroyo while retaining the existing vegetation. The development is adequately served by sewer, water, and other utilities and the project would be responsible for its pro-rata share of the infrastructure extension out to Valley Avenue. The proposed infrastructure improvements would be conslracted in accordance with the conditions of approval for the PUD, and City Design Standards. The design of the subdivision and proposed improvements will not cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. No endangered, threatened or rare flora or fauna are known to inhabit the project site. The subdivision would ensure that all existing heritage trees are saved to the greatest extent feasible. The entire area of existing riparian habitat along the arroyo would be dedicated to Zone 7, and the pocket park and linear trail abutting the arroyo would be landscaped. The slope bank along the arroyo would not be disturbed, and adequate setbacks have been incorporated into the project to ensure that slope stability is maintained. Also, the site drainage is designed to minimize the amount of storm water runoff entering the arroyo from the project site. The design of the subdivision is not likely to cause serious public health problems. All proposed improvements would be built in accordance with City standards for infrastructure improvements and/or the Uniform Building Code for building improvements. The proposed stmctares would also be constructed in adherence with the ge0technical report previously prepared for this project. The linear trail design includes an open fence to discourage access to the slope bank and/or the arroyo. Adequate access would be provided for emergency vehicles. Also, the project site is not within a flood hazard zone. The design of the subdivision or its related improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.