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PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS The Pleasanton Municipal Code Section 18.68.110 sets forth the purposes of the Planned Unit Development District and considerations to be addressed in reviewing a PUD development plan. These purposes and considerations are set forth in the draft Resolution included as Exhibit A, and includes whether the plan is in conformance with the City's General Plan, is in the best interest of public health, safety, and general welfare, and whether the plan would be compatible with developed properties in the vicinity. As described in Exhibit A, and based on the information and analysis provided in this Agenda Report, staff recommends the Commission make the required findings to recommend approval of the project. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of this application was sent to surrounding property owners and tenants within a 1,000-foot radius of the site and published in the newspaper. At the time this report was published, staff received one email in opposition of the project included in Exhibit F. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT This project is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines (CEQA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15182, Projects Pursuant to a Specific Plan. SUMMARY/CONCLUSION Staff has reviewed the subject proposal and believes the proposed density, development standards, architecture, site design, lot configuration, and landscaping are consistent with the Zoning, Downtown Specific Plan, and General Plan goals and policies including all regulations and design guidelines. Staff also believes that the architectural style and design of the homes are appropriate for the Downtown Specific Plan Area. Therefore, the project, as conditioned, merits a favorable recommendation by the Commission. Primary Authors: Jennifer Hagen, Associate Planner, 925-931-5607 orjhagen(ccityofpleasantonca.gov. Reviewed/Approved By: Steve Otto, Senior Planner Ellen Clark, Planning Manager Brian Dolan, Acting Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager PUD-133, 3987 Stanley Boulevard Planning Commission 12 of 12 e area and conforms to the DSP and design guidelines, staff recommends that neither of the two project alternatives above be pursued. PROS AND CONS FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT Pros Cons Allows appropriate development on a New development would be added to an property zoned for a residential use. established neighborhood. Furthers the implementation of the The project would incrementally increase traffic, Downtown Specific Plan. noise, activity, and parking demand on Stanley Boulevard. Enhanced landscaping along the project Existing trees would be removed to frontage and rear and side yards would accommodate the development. soften the appearance and reduce visual impacts of the new homes. PUD-133, 3987 Stanley Boulevard Planning Commission 11 of 12 turday construction allowed if nearby residents are unlikely to be impacted by construction noise or activities. Since there are existing residences directly adjacent to the proposed project site, staff is recommending that Saturday construction not be allowed. Staff is recommending a condition that would allow the Director of Community Development to PUD-133, 3987 Stanley Boulevard Planning Commission 10 of 12