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Resolution No. PC-2024-04 Page Three 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. As such, the Planning 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. The Planning 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 and is only proposed for the proposed additions. The project would be in keeping the existing environmental characteristics of the of the property. In addition, the flood hazard maps of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) indicate the subject property is not located in a flood hazard zone. The subject parcel will drain to the face-of-curb and excess stormwater runoff would be directed into public street storm drains. As such, the Planning Commission concludes 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 development plan does not include the extension of any new public streets. The subject parcel is relatively flat and consists of an existing single-family residence and accessory structures; no significant changes or modifications to the site or natural terrain are propose d. The Planning Commission finds the proposed development plan is sensitive to existing landscaping, maintaining a majority of the mature vegetation on-site. Given the existing single-family residence’s large setbacks, extensive landscaping, and articulated building design the scale is appropriate. The architectural style and detailing of the existing single-family residence are compatible with the existing neighborhood. As such, the Planning Commission concludes this finding can be made. 6. Whether adequate public safety measures have been incorporated into the design or the proposed development plan. At this time, the proposed development plan does not propose a new site design or accessory structures, only attached additions consisting of new living space, deck, and patio. The existing residence received approval from Alameda County at the time of its construction and was designed to meet the requirements of the California Building Code and applicable County codes at DocuSign Envelope ID: 614C9B16-E565-4B07-B7C8-F8D5E489411C