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The architectural design guidelines require a minimum of 14 new 24-inch box size trees on the subject lot. The proposed landscape plan includes a total of 24 new trees throughout the site, of which 19 are 24-inch box size. No existing trees are proposed for removal or will be affected by the project. Staff believes the proposed landscape plan will provide adequate landscaping for the site, as required by the architectural design guidelines. The combination of plant materials and hardscape will add interest to the site and will also soften the appearance of the home from the surrounding parcels. Lighting The architectural design guidelines specify all exterior lighting be designed, installed and controlled to minimize lighting on the hillsides and prevent lights from pointing directly at up-hill or adjacent properties. Building up-lighting and/or wash lighting on the building is prohibited, other than low-level lighting for pathways and entryways. In addition, wall-mounted lighting on the proposed residence should be complementary to the architectural style and consistent with the architectural design guidelines. The project plans show low-level lighting for pathways and entryways. Additionally, the project plans show landscaping up-lighting which is prohibited. Staff is recommending a condition of approval requiring the applicant to revise the lighting plan to remove all landscaping up-lighting. The recommended condition of approval requires the applicant to submit details for all building-mounted lighting which is required to complement the intended architectural style of the proposed residence and be consistent with the architectural design guidelines. DESIGN REVIEW CRITERIA The Pleasanton Municipal Code Section 18.20 sets forth the criteria to be addressed in reviewing a Design Review application. These criteria are set forth in the draft Resolution included as Exhibit A, and includes preservation of natural beauty, relationship of the residence with the streetscape and surroundings, compatibility of architecture, among other criteria. Based on the project's conformance with the subdivision's architectural guidelines as outlined above, staff also finds the proposed home would be consistent with each of the applicable design review criteria. ALTERNATIVES The subject parcel is a legally created lot zoned for residential uses. The proposed residence complies with the regulations and guidelines of the Estates on Oak Ridge subdivision. While the proposed project complies with the applicable regulations and guidelines for this site, an alternative option could be to approve the project with a modified house design, height, size, etc. if the Planning Commission does not believe the proposed house design, height, size, etc. are appropriate for this site. The proposed project represents a reasonable development scenario for the site and as such, staff does not recommend the alternative. PUBLIC NOTICE AND COMMENTS Notices of this application were sent to surrounding property owners and tenants within a 1,000-foot radius of the site. Staff has provided the location and noticing map as Exhibit C for reference. At the time this report was published, staff had not received any public comments about the project. P19-0390, 4 Winding Oaks Drive Planning Commission 9 of 10 Planning Commission 6 of 10