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3. The proposed development is compatible with previously developed properties in the vicinity and the natural topographic features of the site. The proposed development is compatible with surrounding developments. The retention of the existing homes will help to limit the change in the current streetscape. The site is generally flat, thus grading with be limited. Approval of the PUD will, therefore, not alter the physical characteristics of the site. This finding can therefore be made. 4. The 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 subject site is flat and has a general slop of <0.5%, limited grading is proposed at this time, and staff does not foresee the need for any substantial grading in the future. Staff believes this finding can be made. 5. Streets and buildings have been designed and located to complement the natural terrain and landscape. The project site is maintaining the current structures and access. As an urban site, there is little natural terrain in the vicinity. The site design complements the vibrant, pedestrian-oriented neighborhood. Staff believes this finding can therefore be made. 6. Adequate public safety measures have been incorporated into the design of the plan. The project is consistent with City safety standards. As designed and conditioned, the project will install a fire hydrant at the back corner of Lot 6 and all new structures will contain fire suppression systems as required by the Fire Department. The project will be required to comply with all building and fire code requirements. Staff, therefore, believes that the project has been designed and conditioned to incorporate adequate public safety measures. This finding can be made. 7. The plan conforms to the purposes of the PUD District. One of the purposes of the PUD District is to allow flexibility for projects that would otherwise not meet the standards of the underlying zoning district. The proposed PUD conforms to the policies and programs of both the General Plan and the Downtown Specific Plan. It provides ahigh-density, single-family housing alternative that is consistent with the fabric of the surrounding area. Staff believes that this finding can therefore be made. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT This project is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Class 32, Section 15332(a-e). Therefore, no environmental document accompanies this report. Item 6.a., PUD-72, Raney Page 11 of 13 Planning Commission