PC-2009-03, PUD-77, DUTRA TRUST - Laserfiche WebLink

Resolution No. 2009-03 Page Three 4. 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 proposed grading for the private road and the retention pond have been designed consistent with the Happy Valley Specific Plan requirements and the geotechnical report recommendations that have been prepared for the. development. The split-level design specified in the design guidelines are used to reduce the amount of graded area and/or to produce graded building sites following natural topography. The location and configuration of the proposed public/private streets generally follow natural contours. The proposed storm water retention pond will collect and pre -treat storm water run-off from the development prior to entering the storm system. The grading that has been proposed is effective in balancing the requirements of the Happy Valley Specific Plan and the grading that is needed to create the proposed development. Therefore, this finding can be made. 5. Streets and buildings have been designed and located to complement the natural terrain and landscape: The subject property is not located in the Alquist-Priolo Special Study Zone. Requirements of the Uniform Building Code — implemented by the City at the Building Permit review — would ensure that building foundations and private road/on-site parking areas are constructed on satisfactorily compacted fill. Erosion control and dust suppression measures will be documented and administered by the City's Community Development Department. Therefore, this finding can be made. 6. Adequate public safety measures have been incorporated into the design of the plan. The homes will be designed to meet the requirements of the Uniform Building Code, other applicable City codes, noise, energy, and accessibility requirements. Adequate access is provided to all structures for police, fire, and other emergency vehicles. Through the provisions of the Happy Valley Specific Plan and the proposed conditions of approval, all public safety measure will be addressed. Therefore, this finding can be made.