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development scenario for the site and as such, staff does not recommend any of the <br /> alternatives. <br /> PROS AND CONS FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT <br /> Pros Cons <br /> One additional ADU unit will increase the Adds a taller structure to the lot which will <br /> City's supply of accessory dwelling units. be visible to the surrounding neighbors <br /> until the proposed landscaping matures. <br /> Allows appropriate development on a Creates higher demand on City services <br /> property zoned for a residential use. including water, sewer, road <br /> infrastructure, and other public services <br /> and amenities. <br /> Furthers the implementation of the North <br /> Sycamore Specific Plan. <br /> Significant and enhanced landscaping <br /> along the project frontage and rear and <br /> side yards would soften the appearance <br /> and reduce visual impacts of the new <br /> home. <br /> PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS <br /> The Pleasanton Municipal Code Section 18.68.110 sets forth the purposes of the <br /> Planned Unit Development District and considerations to be addressed in reviewing a <br /> PUD development plan. These purposes and considerations are set forth in the draft <br /> Resolution included as Exhibit A, and includes whether the plan is in conformance with <br /> the City General Plan, in the best interest of public health, safety, and general welfare, <br /> and whether the plan would be compatible with developed properties in the vicinity. As <br /> described in Exhibit A, and based on the information and analysis provided in this <br /> Agenda Report, staff recommends the Commission make the required findings to <br /> recommend approval of the project. <br /> PUBLIC NOTICE <br /> Notice of this application was sent to surrounding property owners and tenants within a <br /> 1 ,000-foot radius of the site and published in the newspaper. At the time this report was <br /> published, staff has not received any public comments. <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT <br /> This project is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to the California <br /> Environmental Quality Act Guidelines (CEQA), California Environmental Quality Act <br /> (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15182, Projects Pursuant to a Specific Plan. <br /> PUD-131, 481 Sycamore Rd. Planning Commission <br /> 10 of 11 <br />