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Resolution No. PC-2019-_ <br /> Page Three <br /> 9. Architectural concept of miscellaneous structures, street furniture, public art in <br /> relationship to the site and landscape because the proposed secondary <br /> structures match the Craftsman architectural style of the main home and the <br /> landscape is compatible with the surrounding area and properties. <br /> The project includes the construction of one new single-family residence on an <br /> approximately 3.3-acre vacant lot. The lot has steep up-slopes from west to east but is <br /> not visible from Vineyard Avenue. Most of the existing vegetation on the lot is dispersed <br /> over the south, north, and west sides of the lot and outside of the approved building <br /> envelope. The proposed residence is wholly within the approved building envelope <br /> (DDA) on the lot, avoids the steep slopes on the lot, and does not conflict with any <br /> existing trees or vegetation. Additionally, an extensive landscape plan is proposed <br /> which includes planting approximately 23 trees on-site as well as other smaller plants <br /> and shrubs. The Planning Commission finds the proposed development on the site is <br /> sensitive to the site's natural features, vegetation and topography. The Planning <br /> Commission finds that the proposed development considers preservation of the natural <br /> beauty on the site and maintains an appropriate relationship to the landscape. <br /> The neighborhood includes a mixture of larger rural-residential lots, some of which <br /> remain vacant and others that have been developed with single-family residences <br /> typically sited with large setbacks and generous landscaping. The Commission finds <br /> that the proposed residence with generous setbacks is compatible with the land use <br /> pattern in the neighborhood and previously developed properties in the vicinity. <br /> The proposed residence will be sited on the flattest portion of the lot to minimize <br /> grading. The proposed residence will not be visible from Vineyard Avenue; however, it <br /> will be visible from some residences to the east and west. Once the proposed <br /> landscaping matures, the residence will be substantially screened from view and will <br /> have limited visibility. The Planning Commission finds the landscaping is designed to <br /> enhance architectural features, strengthen vistas, provide shade, and conform to <br /> established streetscape. <br /> The proposed residence has a well-articulated building design with varied depths. The <br /> proposed building forms will help reduce the perceived mass and scale of the residence <br /> when viewed off-site. As such, the Planning Commission finds the proposed residence <br /> has an appropriate scale when viewed on and off the site and will maintain the <br /> preservation of views enjoyed by the community. <br /> The Planning Commission further finds the architectural style and detailing of the <br /> proposed residence is compatible with the existing residences and neighborhood and <br /> conforms to the PUD-54 regulations and design guidelines. The design of the residence <br /> exhibits several low-pitched gable roof lines, smooth horizontal lapped siding, exposed <br /> rafter tails, wood columns with brick bases, brick wainscoting and dark gray composition <br /> shingle roofing. The main body color is a light olive green and the trim is an off-white <br /> color, consistent with the earth-tone color palette required by the subdivision <br /> architectural design guidelines. <br />ng Commission Minutes Page 6 of 27 June 26, 2019 <br />