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complementary to/compatible with proposed Building 1. Note that, although the illustrative "birds eye" view of the project at buildout, in Figure 2, shows all three buildings with identical architecture, these later building have not yet been designed, and may incorporate different architectural elements that nonetheless complement Building 1. A condition of approval also requires subsequent Design Review applications be submitted for each future phase and be subject to Planning Commission consideration. A separate condition (COA No. 8) makes it clear that the setbacks specified are minimums, and the Planning Commission may, through subsequent design review, require modifications to ensure the buildings would be attractive, well-articulated, and be sensitively sited and designed to avoid over-concentrating building height and massing towards the project frontages. Grading and Drainage The subject site is relatively level, and the applicant is proposing to generally maintain the existing grades. Site drainage will be directed towards landscaped bio-retention planters located in various areas of the subject site for retention and treatment before draining into the City's storm drain system. As conditioned, staff finds the proposed grading and drainage plan to be acceptable and in compliance with applicable stormwater runoff requirements. Signage Wall-mounted signage has been shown conceptually on the north and south sides of Building 1, but no sign details have been provided at this time. Staff finds the general location and size of the signs to be acceptable. Staff anticipates ground-mounted project identification and directional monument signs would also be proposed. A condition has been included that requires the applicant to submit a comprehensive sign program for the project which will be subject to the review and approval by the Director of Community Development. Green Building As required by the City's Green Building Ordinance, the proposed project is required to meet at least a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) "Certified" level, which is equal to a score of 40 or more credit points on the LEED Green Building Checklist for New Construction and Major Renovations. The proposed Development Agreement requires the project to meet a minimum LEED Gold equivalent level of energy efficiency, although, Building 1 may qualify for LEED Platinum level of points. Based on the enhanced LEED-equivalent performance of the building, well above the minimum requirements, staff supports the applicant's green building measures in the project. 25