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Resolution No. PC-01-02 Page 2 The plan is compatible with previously developed properties in the vicinity and the natural, topographic features of the site. The project is surrounded by single-family residences to the east, south, and north, and office/research and development uses to the west at the Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corporation property. As conditioned, the proposed office building would be compatible with the surrounding uses. The proposed building would be located near the northwest comer of the site, away from the single-family homes. Grading for the proposed project would remove fill that has been added to the site and return the site closer to its historical grades. o The grading takes into account environmental characteristics and is designed in keeping with the best engineering practices to avoid erosion, slides, or flooding to have as minimal an effect upon the environment as possible. The subject property is gently to moderately sloped. Surrounding properties to the east are generally at a lower elevation while properties to the south are generally higher. Grading for the proposed project would remove fill that had been added over the past few years and return the site closer to its historical grades that would be more compatible with the adjacent residences. The design of the proposed development would provide adequate drainage to prevent flooding. Streets and buildings have been designed and located to complement the natural terrain and landscape. The project site is in a developed area of the City and would not involve the extension of any new public streets. The building would be located in an area of the site where the grades are not as steep and would reduce grading. As conditioned, the proposed building will be compatible in size and scale with surrounding residential dwellings. Adequate public safety measures have been incorporated into the design of the plan. The public improvements associated with this project would be consistent with City design standards. All on-site driveways and drive aisles meet City standards for emergency vehicle access and turn-around. The building would be consistent with City design standards. 7. The plan conforms to the purposes of the PUD District. The proposed project provides a building that is well-designed and sited on the subject property to fulfill the desires of the applicants, and meets the City's General Plan and the North Sycamore Specific Plan goals and