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approve earlier construction "start times" or later "stop times" only for specific construction activities (e.g., concrete pouring) if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development that the expanded construction hours are necessary (e.g., the concrete foundations need to be poured early due to weather conditions). Construction equipment would be required to meet DMV noise standards and be equipped with muffling devices. As required by the General Plan, the noise study is required to include an analysis of railroad - induced ground vibration. The General Plan requires that the project demonstrate that it would be compatible with the vibration impact criteria established by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). For a residential project within 200 feet of a rail line, the FTA advises further investigative study to determine any potential impacts from railroad vibration. The proposed project is almost 500 feet from the nearest rail line. At this distance, this project is significantly beyond the maximum FTA screening distance and would be categorized as "no vibration impact likely." Per the FTA, no further study is required. PROJECT SITE ALTERNATIVES As outlined in the above analysis staff believes the project density, development standards, architecture, site design, lot configuration, and landscaping, as proposed and conditioned, would be compatible with the other homes 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. Recommend denial of the project to the City Council; or 2. Recommend approval of the PUD development plan with modifications. The Planning Commission could recommend approval of the project with modifications to the development standards, architecture, landscaping, or other site improvement changes. Since staff believes the project will not adversely impact any properties or the surrounding area, that the project has been designed to be compatible with the existing homes in the 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 j New development would be added to an property zoned for a residential use. i 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