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proposed on prior design review projects such as Porky's Pizza, the drive-through Starbucks on Owens Drive and within Rose Pavilion Shopping Center, and the recently approved Lucky's Supermarket remodel. Moreover, the proposed beige and brown colors are visually appealing. The proposed exterior material of stucco and wood echo the existing buildings in the existing residential neighborhood. Accordingly, staff supports the proposed fagade improvements. Playground and Terrace Areas The playground, approximately 60 feet by 48 feet, would be located to the immediate west of the Chabad building. Its location and dimensions are in substantial conformance to the City Council's approval. The proposal shows an eight -foot -tall solid wood fence that surrounds the playground area. The prior City Council approval requires the height of the fence located on the west and south side of the playground to be reduced from the proposed eight feet to six feet in height. Staff has included a condition to address this prior City Council requirement. The terrace areas are also proposed in substantial conformance to the City Council's approval. The terrace areas were approved for use by outdoor gatherings at Chabad. The proposed counter -top and sink provide convenience to the outdoor gatherings. Neither the playground nor the terrace areas go beyond the existing building footprint on the north side; thus, the proposal conforms to the prior City Council approval. Landscaping The proposed landscape plan includes details on the planting material, and hardscape. It includes a walkway connecting the site to the sidewalk. The planting palette includes a variety of species, and planting mix of trees, shrubs, and groundcovers that would provide a pleasing and inviting appearance at the Chabad site. The City's Landscape Architect reviewed and is support of the proposal. ALTERNATIVES As articulated above, staff believes the proposed facade improvements, as conditioned, is consistent with the general plan and zoning district. However, alternatives that could be considered by the Planning Commission include: 1. Denial of the application. Such an action would preclude the applicant from modifying the site and building facade; or 2. Approval of the design review with modifications. The Planning Commission could approve the proposed design, but with a modified design or other changes to the proposal. Staff is able to support the findings to approve the project, as proposed, and believes the project will significantly improve the visual character of the subject site and not adversely impact any existing on-site uses or the surrounding area; thus, staff suggests neither of the two project alternatives above should be pursued. P21-0136, 3370 Hopyard Road Planning Commission 8of9