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Resolution No. PC-2022-12 Page Three 3. Whether the proposed development plan is compatible with the previously developed properties in the vicinity and the natural, topographic features of the site. The neighborhood includes a mixture of one-and-two-story residences with a variety of architectural styles sited with large , well-landscaped setbacks , reflecting the rural residential character of the NSSP area more generally. As such , the Commission finds that the proposed single-story residences with generous setbacks are compatible with the 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 approximately 24-inch box trees is proposed . As such , the Commission 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 Commission 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 Planning Commission 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 Commission 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 extens ion 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 Planning Commission finds the proposal is sensitive to existing landscaping , maintaining a majority of the mature vegetation on-site. Given the proposed residences large setbacks , extensive landscap ing , 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 Commission concludes that this finding can be made .