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". Resolution No. PC-96-80 Page 2 3. The plan is compatible with previously developed properties in the vicin- ity and the natural, topographic features of the site: The townhomes would be located within an area which includes high density resi- dential development, neighborhood commercial development, and single family homes. The development would maintain the essentially flat topography of the site. No neighborhood opposition to the proposed project has been received as of the writing of this staff report. 4. Grading takes into account environmental characteristics and is designed in keeping with the best engineering practices to avoid erosion, slides, or flooding to have as minimal an effect upon the environment as possible. The grading would be designed and implemented to City standards. The plan in- volves minimal grading to accommodate drainage, building pads, and the private driveway. The resultant grading will be compatible with surrounding development. 5.. Streets and buildings have been designed and located to complement the natural terrain and landscape: The proposed project generally includes ample landscaping, both at the street and within the project interior, which will ensure satisfactory integration with the vis- ual environment of the area. The positioning of the buildings along the Santa Rita Road frontage have been varied to promote visual interest. 6. Adequate public safety measures have been incorporated into the design of the plan: The proposed street and utility design is consistent with City standards, although the internal driveway system would be private. The driveway system provides one point of ingress and egress. However, based on the limit size of the project and traffic which is anticipated, one access point will be adequate. Furthermore, the on-site driveway includes a hammerhead to facilitate Fire Department turn- around requirements. 7. The plan conforms to the purposes of the PUD District: The subject proposal is consistent with the PUD District purpose of encouraging development of infill parcels. The proposed plan provides an appropriate land use for the subject site, which has historically been designated "High Density Resi- dential" in the City's General Plan. Additionally, the site is somewhat constrained due to its shape, size, and location, and the applicant has created a plan which will be appropriate for the site and the surrounding area.