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Housing Standards and Design Guidelines PART 1 Introduction A. PURPOSE These Development Standards and Guidelines are to be used to evaluate residential development on nine housing sites rezoned as part of the Housing Element update (see Cl. Housing Sites Map). The intent is to promote residential development at densities that support work force housing that are compatible with Pleasanton's existing high-quality neighborhoods. The Standards and Guidelines provide direction to developers and property owners on the key components of use, density, building mass and height, setbacks, architectural features, parking, access, and street character. In regard to the balance of the standards and guidelines in this document, both quantitative and qualitative criteria have been incorporated. To enable greater flexibility and creativity, the City Council may approve proposals that exceed the identified numeric ranges if they determine that such proposals are consistent with the purpose of these standards and guidelines. Review Process All development applications will be reviewed by the City through the Planned Unit Development (PUD) process, which will include review and recommendation by the Planning Commission and approval or denial by the City Council at noticed public hearings. Subsequent amendments to approved development plans, if determined to be minor after public notification, may be approved by the Community Development Director but are appealable to the Planning Commission and City Council. Major amendments will require additional review, public hearing and approval by the City Council. The City Council may grant exceptions in the application of the development standards contained in this document, if such proposals meet the intent and purpose of the standards. As is typical with all design guidelines, some flexibility is warranted where specific circumstances would make application of the guideline infeasible and/or undesirable, and where an alternative proposal fits with the Vision and intent expressed in this document. B. VISION STATEMENT The City of Pleasanton puts forward the following vision statement to compliment the attached development standards and design guidelines. This vision provides direction to property owners and associated developers on the City's planning intent. Vision Statement: The livability of these development sites is paramount. These future developments address housing needs for families of all incomes and ages, and also provide a City of Pleasanton - 4 - DISCUSSION DRAFT June 5, 2011