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include the conversion of the attic space of the existing structure into habitable space, and an addition of up to 1,045 square feet to the smaller rear home, which could be in the form of a first or second floor addition. As a comparison, staff has provided a table to illustrate the range of homes sizes that would result from various FAR's. Staff has included a 35-percent FAR calculation to provide a mid point and as the percentage that the applicants have stated would be the limit that they would be agreeable to. Table 1.1: Floor Area Ratio Comparison Lot Size Existin Home Size at 30% FAR at 35% FAR at 40% FAR Buildin A 4,085 1,026 +199 =1,225 +404 =1,430 +608 =1,634 Buildin B 5,161* 885 +563 =1,448 +804 =1,689 +1,045 =1,930 * The calculations for Building B are based on the exclusion of the access portion of the lot. The net square footage of Parcel B is approximately 4,826 square feet with the removal of the approximately 335-square-foot access portion. Staff believes that the potential resulting home designs, should they be pursued, would allow structures of a size and height that could be compatible with those of the subject neighborhood. It should be noted that the recommended conditions also impose design requirements related to architectural style and massing that will guide the applicant and staff in the creation and review of proposed designs to be achieved in any future development of the lots. While staff acknowledges that there are restrictions put on the neighboring lots prohibiting additions to the approved structures, it is important to note that those restrictions were placed on homes that were either recently renovated or newly constructed to increase their livability and value, and in the case of the homes to the east, significantly closer to the property line. Staff believes that privacy, shade impacts, and design concerns about future renovations and construction can be addressed through the standard design review process. By allowing a height limit of 30 feet and a FAR of 40 percent (as allowed by the current zoning), staff feels that the designers of future proposals will have the flexibility to increase the existing home sizes and the opportunities to achieve the best design solutions to both meet the owners' needs and respect the concerns of the neighboring homeowners. Staff is recommending that the future proposals to develop the properties be subject to the standards listed in Exhibit B of this report, as opposed to those recommended by the Planning Commission (Attachment 2). As of the writing of this staff report, staff has received a letter from the applicants (Attachment 7) noting their objection to the Planning Commissions-modified conditions Page 5 of 6