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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
<br /> Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15183,
<br /> because this project is consistent with the City's General Plan it is entitled to a streamlined
<br /> environmental review process. Additionally, this project is categorically exempt from
<br /> environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15332, In-fill Development
<br /> Projects, Class 32. Therefore, no environmental document accompanies this report.
<br /> SUMMARY/CONCLUSION
<br /> As proposed and conditioned, staff believes that the proposed uses will be compatible with the
<br /> surrounding businesses and will not detrimentally affect the surrounding uses or properties.
<br /> Conditions of approval have been included which will ensure that the safety and general
<br /> welfare of the surrounding area, and the City in general, is maintained. Staff believes that the
<br /> proposed project's site and architectural design, as proposed and conditioned, is appropriate
<br /> for the surrounding area, conforms to the purposes of the PUD Ordinance, and merit a
<br /> favorable recommendation by the Planning Commission.
<br /> Primary Author: Eric Luchini, Associate Planner, 925-931-5612 or eluchini(cityofpleasantonca.gov.
<br /> Reviewed/Approved By:
<br /> Steve Otto, Senior Planner
<br /> Ellen Clark, Planning Manager
<br /> Brian Dolan, Acting Director of Community Development
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<br />andscape Architecture
<br /> Division has reviewed the proposed landscape plan and supports the proposal as designed.
<br /> PROJECT SITE ALTERNATIVES
<br /> As outlined in the above analysis staff believes the proposed project, as conditioned, would be
<br /> compatible with the other uses in the vicinity, not create adverse impacts and recommends the
<br /> Planning Commission recommend approval to the City Council. However, alternatives to the
<br /> proposal that could be considered by the Planning Commission include:
<br /> 1. Recommend denial of the proposed project; or
<br /> 2. Recommend approval of the proposed project with modifications to the site layout,
<br /> building design, uses, et cetera.
<br /> PROS AND CONS FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT
<br /> Pros Cons
<br /> Uses are consistent with the General Plan. The project would incrementally increase
<br /> traffic and activity at the subject parcel.
<br /> New commercial building and landscaping All existing trees would be removed to
<br /> would enhance the visual quality of the site accommodate the proposed project.
<br /> and streetscape.
<br /> New restaurant and commercial uses serve
<br /> the needs of the public.
<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 subject parcel and published in the newspaper. At the time this report
<br /> was published, staff has not received any public comments.
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<br />, horizontal belly bands and wainscoting, canvas awnings, wood arbors, and
<br /> various other ornamental treatments comprised of both stucco and metal. Staff believes the
<br /> proposed architecture reflects the high-quality design and materials required for this prominent
<br /> location.
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<br />proposed within the new commercial building and the applicable parking
<br /> requirements for each land use prescribed by the PMC. As conditioned, the proposed
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