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Resolution No. PC-2024-13 Page Three 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 there is no impact from grading associated with the proposed addition. A Geotechnical Report was provided by GFK & Associates, Inc. dated “January 15, 2024” that analyzes the property. The report finds that 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 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 Planning Commission finds the proposal is sensitive to existing landscaping, maintaining the limited on-site vegetation. Given the existing and proposed residences large setbacks the scale is appropriate. The architectural style and detailing of the proposed residen tial addition are compatible with the existing neighborhood. As such, the Commission 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 Planning Commission finds Lot 1 of the project has adequate turn-around area to serve fire trucks which, as conditioned, must be maintained. In addition, the proposed addition will be required to meet the requirements of applicable City and State codes. As such, the Commission concludes that this finding can be made. 7. Whether the proposed development plan conforms to the purposes of the PUD district. The Planning Commission finds the proposed the proposed project is consistent with the intent of PUD-18 as modified, and aligns, with limited deviation, to the standards and guidelines for the Busch Residences and Estate Lots as set forth in the PUD, including setbacks, floor area ratio, height and character of the subject lot. Among the purposes of the PUD designation is to permit flexibility in designing a project compatible with the physical features of the property, and the uses intended to be developed thereon, with site-specific development standards established through the PUD. 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, and context sensitive building and site design. As such, the Commission concludes that this finding can be made. Section 3: The Planning Commission hereby recommends the City Council approve the application for PUD modification, PUD-18-07M as reflected in the plans dated April 9, 2024 to subdivide an approximately 1.4-acre parcel located at 3450 Mohr Avenue into two parcels Docusign Envelope ID: 7FA835AA-907F-44E8-8602-4A3F13DD08A0