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<br />The proposed 15-lot development would result in an <br />appropriate IIfeatheringll of residential densities <br />from the medium density vintage Heights II <br />neighborhood west of the site to the low and rural <br />density Foxbrough Estates development to the east. <br />The proposed design guidelines would encourage <br />homes that are consistent with existing homes in <br />these adjacent neighborhoods. <br /> <br />4. The grading takes into account environmental <br />characteristics and is designed in keeping with the <br />best engineering practices to avoid erosion, <br />slides, or flooding to have as minimal an effect <br />upon the environment as possible. <br /> <br />While the proposed grading is extensive, all <br />appropriate measures would be taken to meet city <br />standards for stability and drainage. The concern <br />for the aesthetic impact of the retaining walls is <br />addressed in a condition of approval requiring the <br />submittal of an alternative, more attractive wall <br />design for review and approval by the Design Review <br />Board. <br /> <br />5. <br /> <br />The streets <br />located to <br />landscape: <br /> <br />and buildings have been designed and <br />complement the natural terrain and <br /> <br />The project site is an "infill" parcel. The <br />streets, lots, and development guidelines would <br />result in a style and pattern of development <br />consistent with surrounding development on similar <br />terrain. <br /> <br />6. The adequate pUblic safety measures have been <br />incorporated into the design of the plan: <br /> <br />The proposed public street and utility system would <br />be consistent with city design standards. A <br />condition requiring hammerhead turnarounds at the <br />ends of all private driveways would ensure <br />emergency fire access to all lots. <br /> <br />7 . The plan conforms to the purposes of the PUD <br />District: <br /> <br />The proposed pla~ is consistent with the PUD <br />purpose of ensurl.ng that the desires of the <br />developer and the communi ty are understood and <br />approved prior to commencement of construction. <br />The plan also encourages efficient usage of a <br />parcel which requires special consideration due to <br />its location and topographical constraints. <br />