HomeMy WebLinkAbout102-Attachment 1.pdf15-45.080 - Design review findings.
The Planning Commission shall not grant design review approval unless it is able to make the
following findings:
(a) Avoid unreasonable interference with views and privacy. The height, elevations and placement on the site of the proposed main or accessory structure, when considered with
reference to:
(1) The nature and location of residential structures on adjacent lots and within the
neighborhoods; and
(2) Community view sheds will avoid unreasonable interference with views and privacy.
(b) Preserve natural landscape. The natural landscape will be preserved insofar as practicable
by designing structures to follow the natural contours of the site and minimizing tree and soil
removal; grade changes will be minimized and will be in keeping with the general appearance of
neighboring developed areas and undeveloped areas.
(c) Preserve native and heritage trees. All heritage trees (as defined in Section 15-50.020(l)) will be preserved. All native trees designated for protection pursuant to Section 15-50.050 will
be preserved, or, given the constraints of the property, the number approved for removal will be
reduced to an absolute minimum. Removal of any smaller oak trees deemed to be in good health
by the City Arborist will be minimized using the criteria set forth in Section 15-50.080.
(d) Minimize perception of excessive bulk. The proposed main or accessory structure in relation to structures on adjacent lots, and to the surrounding region, will minimize the
perception of excessive bulk and will be integrated into the natural environment.
(e) Compatible bulk and height. The proposed main or accessory structure will be compatible
in terms of bulk and height with (1) existing residential structures on adjacent lots and those
within the immediate neighborhood and within the same zoning district; and (2) the natural environment; and shall not (1) unreasonably impair the light and air of adjacent properties nor
(2) unreasonably impair the ability of adjacent properties to utilize solar energy.
(f) Current grading and erosion control methods. The proposed site development or grading
plan incorporates current grading and erosion control standards used by the City.
(g)Design policies and techniques. The proposed main or accessory structure will conform to each of the applicable design policies and techniques set forth in the Residential Design
Handbook and as required by Section 15-45.055