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Fencin~ The Specific Plan establishes the following guidelines for fencing. Solid board fencing in moderate to steeply sloping terrain is appropriate only when located in close proximity to a residence. Site perimeter and other outlaying fencing in these areas should remain visually open (i.e., split-rail or wire-mesh) in order to minimize the visual "ribbon-like" effect of fencing on the hillsides. During the review of the PUD development plan for the Vineyard View and Vineyard Hill subdivisions, the Planning Commission specifically required that all fencing on the lots be an open-style fencing. The developer is proposing to adhere to these fencing requirements and only construct open fencing on the property lines in order to preserve the rural character of the area. A condition of approval has been added to address this issue. Open Space Area A portion of the Site is designated as open space by the Specific Plan. The purpose of this open space area is to preserve the natural features of hillside areas along Vineyard Avenue. While no homes are permitted within the open space areas, the Plan allows fencing and agricultural structures. The Specific Plan requires that a site-specific management plan be prepared for these open space areas. The purpose of the management plan is to address the long-term maintenance requirements of these areas, including fire prevention measures. Staffhas added a condition requiring the project developer provide such plan, subject to the review and approval by the Planning Director and the Fire Marshal, prior to issuance of a building permit. Visual Analysis The Specific Plan requires that a visual analysis of future homes in this area be conducted during the PUD development plan review process and that all practical efforts be made to completely screen the view of improvements proposed in the areas above the 475 ft. elevation when viewed from off-site. As proposed, the house pad would be situated at 419 ft. elevation, and the roof pitch would be at 441 ft. elevation. No portion of this one-story building would be above the 475 ft. elevation. The project developer has prepared a photomontage for the project which shows views of the finished development from a number of off-site locations. These views include both existing and proposed landscaping that would screen the home. PUBLIC COMMENT Notices of the Planning Commission's public hearing were sent to the residents within 1,000- feet radius of the subject property. Staff has not received any comments pertaining to the Case No. PUD-40 Planning Commission Page- 7-