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Resolution No. PC-2019-23 <br /> Page Three <br /> 8. Integration of signs as part of the architectural concept because no signs are <br /> included as part of the subject application; and <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 Mediterranean architectural style of the main home and <br /> the 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 3.35-acre vacant lot. The lot has steep downslopes from the north, east, <br /> and south sides of the building pad, but is not visible from Vineyard Avenue. Most of the <br /> existing vegetation on the lot is dispersed over the northern, northeastern and <br /> southeastern portions of the lot and outside of the approved building envelope. The <br /> proposed residence is wholly within the approved building envelope (DDA) on the lot, <br /> avoids the steep slopes on the lot, and does not conflict with any existing trees or <br /> vegetation. Additionally, a landscape plan is proposed which includes planting 20 trees <br /> on-site as well as other smaller plants and shrubs. The Planning Commission finds the <br /> proposed development on the site is sensitive to the site's natural features, vegetation <br /> and topography. The Planning Commission finds that the proposed development <br /> considers preservation of the natural beauty on the site and maintains an appropriate <br /> 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 in the immediate vicinity, particularly to the south <br /> and east. As conditioned, once the proposed landscaping matures, the residence will be <br /> substantially screened from view and will have limited visibility. The Planning <br /> Commission finds the landscaping is designed to enhance architectural features, <br /> strengthen vistas, provide shade, and conform to 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 an L shape design, clay barrel tile roof, smooth stucco, recessed doors and <br /> aluminum clad wood windows encased by cast stucco trim, arched entry ways and <br />8 of 9 <br />inding Oaks Drive Planning Commission <br /> 6 of 9 <br />