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condition of approval requiring the asphalt driveway material be replaced with decorative pavers to match those proposed within the motor-court area of the driveway. Architectural Design The architectural design guidelines indicate buildings should be designed to minimize visual height and bulk. Building height, bulk, and floor area should respond to the lot size, natural site terrain, and other site conditions. Wall recesses and projections, roof overhangs, decks, porches, bay windows, dormer windows, and other architectural features are encouraged to reduce visual bulk and create interest. Buildings should be designed for consistency in massing, proportions, details, materials, and colors on all exterior walls. Roof forms should generally include traditional styles such as hip and/or gable. Brick, stucco, stone or wood is encouraged for exterior walls, while slate, concrete or clay tile (barrel or flat), or architectural composition shingles are allowed for roofing materials. All colors should be warm earthtones. The proposed residence is a one-story structure with articulated wall lines, and low-pitched variable roof lines that reduce the perceived massing of the residence and promote visual interest. The entire residence incorporates smooth finish stucco and, as conditioned, earth-toned clay barrel tile roofing consistent with the intended architectural style and architectural design guidelines. The main body color is a light yellow or light tan (French Vanilla) which is inconsistent with the architectural design guidelines. Accordingly, staff is recommending a condition of approval requiring the applicant to modify the proposed main body color to a warmer earthtone color consistent with the architectural design guidelines. As proposed, the exterior walls of the residence will be articulated, and the detailing of the building will be compatible with others in the neighborhood. The use of smooth finish stucco, wall articulation and detailing will create an attractive residence for the neighborhood. The prominent front entry porch element adds architectural interest and the residence design incorporates high quality materials and elements. As conditioned, the front entry and garage doors would be sufficiently detailed and compatible with the design of the proposed residence and the intended architectural style. Accordingly, staff believes the architectural design and finish materials/colors are generally consistent in their interpretation of the intended Mediterranean architectural style specified within the architectural design guidelines. Figures 4 and 5 show the proposed elevations. Landscaping The architectural design guidelines prescribe a specific number of new 24-inch box trees to be planted per lot. Additionally, the guidelines indicate all hardscape elements should be carefully planned in conjunction with the site and landscaping to integrate aesthetically with the architectural style and landscape design. Materials such as stone, brick, exposed aggregate, stamped and/or colored concrete, and/or interlocking pavers are encouraged. The proposed landscape plan includes a variety of planting materials. The plan includes a tree/plant palette of native and non-native species that are mostly drought tolerant, as well as hardscape features, including a combination of scored colored concrete and decorative concrete paver patios in the rear yard, and a motor court with decorative warm earthtone color pavers in the front yard to complement the proposed residence. P19-0151, 5 Winding Oaks Drive Planning Commission 6 of 9