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The NSSP provides design guidelines to help implement its goals and realize the intent of each PUD zoning category. Although the existing residence was built prior to the adoption of the NSSP, the following applicable design guidelines should be considered in the review of the proposed project: • Building Design: A. Structures should be designed to harmonize with the natural setting and with neighboring homes. All structures shall reflect a high standard of architectural design and should be consistent with the design standards adopted for the planning area. Staff Analysis: The proposed addition is a one-story addition with a maximum height of 15 feet, the same height as the existing detached garage, with the architectural design of the proposed addition being consistent with that of the existing garage and home. • Building Materials: Building materials and color schemes shall blend with the natural landscape. Stone and treated wood are encouraged for exterior surfaces. Where stucco is used it should be colored with a muted earth tone. Color contrasts and accents should be used judiciously. The color of roof materials should also be earth tones and should be non-reflective. Staff Analysis: The building materials and colors schemes for the proposed project are appropriate. The exterior walls of the existing residence and detached garage are light olive-green stucco and the roof is clad with charcoal composition shingles. The colors and materials of the proposed addition will match those of the existing detached garage. Staff believes that the proposed project is well-designed and is consistent with the NSSP guidelines. ALTERNATIVES As outlined in the above analysis staff believes the addition, as proposed and conditioned, would be compatible with the design of the structures in the vicinity and not create adverse impacts, and recommends the Planning Commission approve the project as proposed and conditioned. However, alternatives to the proposal that could be considered by the Planning Commission include: 1. Denial of the application, therefore not allowing the proposed addition; or 2. Approval of the application with a modified layout, design, etc. SUMMARY OF PROS/CONS OF PROJECT PROS CONS The proposal is generally consistent with the The project would increase the amount of General Plan, Specific Plan, and closest building area on the property; however, zoning designation based on the lot area. there are no adverse impacts. The addition is screened from public right-of-way and most neighboring properties. The CUP process allows the property owner to secure approval of an addition without a longer PUD process. P19-0112 and P19-0113, 455 Sycamore Road Planning Commission 5 of 6 ees and landscaping on- and off-site. North Sycamore Specific Plan Design Guidelines Since the subject property is in the NSSP area, the NSSP area standards and guidelines will also apply to the proposed project. P19-0112 and P19-0113, 455 Sycamore Road Planning Commission 4 of 6