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scale of the addition is in keeping with other homes in the neighborhood, and the ~ proposed height of the addition is substantially lower than the maximum height allowed. Staff believes the project's design preserves and enhances the residential character of the neighborhood by maintaining and supporting the existing character and development pattern of the neighborhood. The Craftsman azchitectural style allows for features of the existing house to be maintained, and staff believes it was harmonious with other homes in the neighborhood. The reaz and side setbacks aze more than what is required, and the project adheres to the Municipal Code requirements for the R-1-6,500 Zoning District. The current height of the residence is 15 feet; the addition would yield a maximum 24-foot height, with an average of 21 feet. Although the neighbors would see the proposed project, there are no private view easements granted for the subject property nor the surrounding neighbors. No landscaping was proposed as part of this project, although the applicants have agreed to plant the aforementioned two non-deciduous trees. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission deny Case PAP-93, thereby upholding the Zoning Administrator's approval of Case PADR-1472 subject to Exhibit A and the conditions of approval listed in Exhibit B. Chairperson Arkin noted that the existing livable square footage is within the 40 percent floor area ratio allowed. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Fox regarding whether there was anything in ~-^ the Municipal Code regarding privacy as it relates to this project, Ms: Giffin replied that there were no special rules and that staff always looks at mitigations such as a solid fence, trees, and opaque and stained transom windows. Commissioner Blank requested verification from staff regazding the accuracy of the line drawing exhibit showing the extent of the addition and the view from the Georgatos family room. With respect to the shadow study, Commissioner Pearce inquired if there was any shadowing from the existing trees located on the east side of the property. Ms. Giffin provided photographs depicting the existing shadowing experienced by Ms. Martha Wensel, the east property owner, and presented staff's belief that the shadowing from the proposed second-story addition was negligible. Commissioner Blank requested looking at the view from the Georgatos reaz bedroom window. Commissioner Fox requested clazification of the privacy issues and how they were addressed. Commissioner Peazce discussed the proposed window changes and asked how the requested changes might impact the rear neighbors if three feet were added to the Georgatos fence. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 14, 2006 Page 5 of 18