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architectural character of the building and add visual interest, changes in materials and colors and appropriate locations along the building facades; large expanses of glazing, and prominent/high-impact architectural detailing at important corners of the building. Scenic Highway Plan for Interstate 680 In 1985 the City adopted the "Scenic Highway Plan for Interstate 680 in the City of Pleasanton" which contains policies for new residential and commercial development on parcels immediately adjacent to the 1-680 corridor. The project was analyzed for conformance to the applicable policies and found to be consistent with the plan. For example, the building would be located a minimum of approximately 1,200 feet from the 1-680 CalTrans right-of-way), the building would not conflict with views from the highway due to existing screening provided by the adjacent office buildings, residential uses and landscaping would remain, and new perimeter landscaping associated with the proposed project. Si na e Wall-mounted signage has been shown conceptually on the east side of the building, but no sign details have been provided at this time. Staff finds the general location and size of the sign to be acceptable. Staff anticipates additional wall-mounted signage, 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 (PMC Ch. 17.50), 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 project intends to meet a minimum score of 50 points. Some of the proposed green building measures include employing strategies that use less water and improve energy performance for the building, reduce potable water consumption for irrigation on the subject site as a whole, utilize materials with recycled content, utilize FSC-certified wood in construction materials, and utilize low-VOC (volatile organic compound) emitting flooring, paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants. Staff supports the applicant's green building measures in the project. Climate Action Plan In 2022, the City adopted Climate Action Plan (CAP) 2.0. The CAP 2.0 was reviewed by the Bay Area Quality Management District (BAAQMD) and was deemed a "Qualified Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy" in accordance with the District's CEQA guidelines. Implementation of the CAP will occur over several years. The CAP consists of amendments to regulations and policies related to Land Use and Transportation, Energy, Solid Waste, and Water and Wastewater, which result in reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in compliance with the targets set by AB 32, California's Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006. Page 36 of 41