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land use pattern in the neighborhood and previously developed properties in the vicinity. The subject lot is relatively flat with mature existing vegetation. An extensive landscape plan including the replanting of fourteen 24 -inch box trees is proposed. As such, the City Council finds the residence is sensitive to the existing trees and vegetation on-site. The proposed site improvements relate well to the proposed residence as well as the existing residence on-site that is being converted to an accessory dwelling unit. Outdoor space will be accommodated with each unit and they both will relate well to the site's natural and built features. The Council concludes that this finding can be made. 4. Whether grading in conjunction with the proposed development plan takes into account environmental characteristics and is designed in keeping with the best engineering practices to avoid erosion, slides, or flooring, and to have as minimal an effect upon the environment as possible. The City Council finds that grading is kept to a minimum is only proposed for the building pad and site improvements. A Geotechnical Report was provided by CalGeotech dated "Received September 2, 2021" which analyzes the property and provides a number of recommendations regarding site preparations, foundation design, and other pertinent solutions. Ultimately, the report notes the site is suitable for the proposed residence. In addition, the flood hazard maps of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) indicate that the subject property is not located in a flood hazard zone. Finally, dust suppression measures will be required as a Condition of Approval. As such, the Council concludes that this finding can be made. 5. Whether streets, buildings, and other manmade structures have been designed and located in such a manner to complement the natural terrain and landscape. The proposed project does not include the extension of any new public streets. The subject lot is relatively flat and thus the proposed residence does not require extensive grading and does not contrast the natural terrain. The City Council finds the proposal is sensitive to existing landscaping, maintaining a majority of the mature vegetation on-site. Given the proposed residences large setbacks, extensive landscaping, and articulated building design the scale is appropriate. The architectural style and detailing of the proposed residences are compatible with the existing neighborhood. As such, the Council concludes that this finding can be made. 6. Whether adequate public safety measures have been incorporated into the design or the proposed development plan. The City Council finds subject site has adequate turn -around area to serve fire trucks which, as conditioned, must be maintained. The new homes will be equipped with automatic residential fire sprinklers. In addition, the proposed homes will be required to meet the requirements of applicable City and State codes. As such, the Council concludes that this finding can be made. 7. Whether the proposed development plan conforms to the purposes of the PUD district. The City Council finds the proposed development plan conforms to the purposes of the PUD district including to allow residential uses on the lots. In addition, the intent is to maintain adequate light, air, privacy, and separation between dwellings and requires specific landscape, fencing, lighting, and other design requirements unique to the district. The project will help implement the intent of the district through large setbacks, extensive landscaping, and context sensitive building and site design. As such, the Council concludes that this finding can be made.