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Given the design considerations incorporated in the project, proposed landscaping, and surrounding context of the site, staff suggests the building design and massing is appropriate for the site. Green Building The proposed project will be Green Point Rated (with the project applicant aiming for approximately 74 points, where a minimum of 50 points are required). Staff especially appreciates the added drought -tolerant landscaping, electric vehicle charger being installed for the residential unit, and solar panels proposed on the unit. This location is also inherently positive for a new residential unit given the proximity to the Altamont Commuter Express (ACE), amenities (i.e., restaurants, shops, etc.), and potential employment locations. The City's largest source of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions comes from the transportation sector. Locating residential units proximate to those items increases the likelihood of residents walking, biking, and choosing public transit. Further, incorporating an electric vehicle charger allows a future resident to own an electric car without the need to invest in EV infrastructure. The City's second largest source of GHGs comes from energy use in buildings. This project includes solar which will enhance the unit's resilience against power outages, reduce power used off the grid, and may even provide renewably sourced power back to the grid. PROJECT SITE ALTERNATIVES The subject parcel is a legally created lot, whose zoning allows for a residential unit as provided by the project. The proposed project meets the intent of the zoning designation, and all buildings are in compliance with zoning standards with respect to maximum height, setbacks, etc. Strictly per the Code, the project is deficient one parking space, because one parking space is located in a lift and does not have unimpeded access to the street. As such, the project will need to pay in -lieu parking fees for one space. With acceptance of an in -lieu payment for one space, the project will be fully parked. P20-1053, 218 Ray Street 9of11 Planning Commission