4_Exhibits A & C - Laserfiche WebLink

Resolution No. PC-2022-07 Page Two provide shade, and conform to established streetscape; 6. Relationship of exterior lighting to its surroundings and to the building and adjoining landscape; 7. Architectural style, as a function of its quality of design and relationship to its surroundings; the relationship of building components to one another/the building's colors and materials; and the design attention given to mechanical equipment or other utility hardware on roof, ground or buildings. 8. Integration of signs as part of the architectural concept; and 9. Architectural concept of miscellaneous structures, street furniture, public art in relationship to the site and landscape. The proposed development includes the construction of three new residential units on an approximately 11,426-square-foot site with an existing single-family home. The project includes the removal of three trees and a planting plan that includes one new drought-tolerant tree (placed at the front of the property), ground cover, and shrubs. The Planning Commission finds the proposed development considers preservation of the natural beauty on the site and the landscaping is designed to enhance the project and streetscape. The proposed infill development conforms to the General and Downtown Specific Plans including the density, height, and proposed use. The neighboring properties include single- and multi-family homes and the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Adding infill residential units to a site with an existing single-family home complements the neighborhood. The Commission also considered the parking on-site and determined the proposed parking meets the standards of the respective zoning districts. The adjacent buildings to the subject lot are one- and two-story buildings. The proposed two- story residential buildings will be mostly screened from view with visibility along Rose Avenue. While visible from neighboring properties, the proposed buildings have massing that is consistent with neighboring structures and are designed to minimize their scale through their building design (i.e., articulation such as building insets, color and material, and architectural detailing). The proposed design includes architectural detailing consistent with the existing building on-site (e.g., uses matching materials and architectural style). As such, the Planning Commission finds the project has an appropriate relationship to its site, the streetscape, and public view. As noted, the new buildings incorporate similar design elements to the existing building on-site. The project design also considers function in the design (e.g., accounts for trash cans and mechanical equipment). As such, the Planning Commission finds the proposal to be positive and appropriate for site, landscaping, and building design and finishes expected for new development within the Downtown and the city. The Planning Commission concludes the required Design Criteria can be made to approve the subject application, as conditioned. he single-family residential streetscape; P19-0410, 715 Rose Avenue Planning Commission 8of11 y, especially for residential. She requested more data on the expenditure of funding and what percentage was directed at adding more housing versus the other programs, because HCD was looking at the number of built units. She stated it was worth exploring a housing overlay zone but the ordinance should align with State law for short term. Planning Commission Minutes Page 5 of 7 February 9, 2022 a business person would be equal with building a unit and paying an IZO. Ms. Clark explained the basis for the inclusionary zoning requirement, and the amount of the low-income housing fee were different and therefore, there was a disjuncture between the two fees (i.e. the in-lieu fee does not cover 100 % of the cost of constructing an affordable unit). Planning Commission Minutes Page 3 of 7 February 9, 2022