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Resolution No. PC-2019-05 Page Three 3. Whether the proposed development plan is compatible with the previously developed properties in the vicinity and the natural, topographic features of the site. The neighborhood includes a mixture of one-and-two-story residences with a variety of architectural styles sited with large setbacks. As such, the Commission finds that the proposed two-story residence with generous setbacks is compatible with the land use pattern in the neighborhood and previously developed properties in the vicinity. The subject lot is relatively flat with mature existing vegetation. Most of the proposed tree removal is due to health of the existing trees rather than the proposed development and an extensive landscape plan is proposed. As such, the Planning Commission finds the residence is sensitive to the existing trees vegetation on-site. The proposed site improvements relate well to the proposed residence as well as the existing residence on-site that is being converted to an accessory dwelling unit. Outdoor space will be accommodated with each unit and they both will relate well to the site's natural and built features. The Commission concludes that this finding can be made. 4. Whether grading in conjunction with the proposed development plan takes into account environmental characteristics and is designed in keeping with the best engineering practices to avoid erosion, slides, or flooring, and to have as minimal an effect upon the environment as possible. The Planning Commission finds that grading is kept to a minimum is only proposed for the building pad and site improvements. A Geotechnical Report was provided by Henry Justiniano & Associates dated "Received August 2, 2018" which analyzes the property and provides a number of recommendations regarding site preparations, foundation design, and other pertinent solutions. Ultimately, the report notes the site is suitable for the proposed residence. In addition, the flood hazard maps of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) indicate that the subject property is not located in a flood hazard zone. Finally, dust suppression measures will be required as a Condition of Approval. As such, the Commission concludes that this finding can be made. 5. Whether streets, buildings, and other manmade structures have been designed and located in such a manner to complement the natural terrain and landscape. The proposed project does not include the extension of any new public streets. The subject lot is relatively flat and thus the proposed residence does not require extensive grading and does not contrast the natural terrain. The Planning Commission finds the proposal is sensitive to existing landscaping, maintaining a majority of the mature vegetation on-site. While a new second-story residence is proposed, given the proposed home's large setbacks, extensive landscaping, and articulated building design the additional height is largely mitigated and the scale is appropriate. The architectural style and detailing of the proposed residence is Planning Commission Page 7 of 8