Reso PC18-11 0058 PC Reso Granting Approval of an Architectural Permit - 515 Cleveland

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ATTY/RESO.0058/PC RESO GRANTING APPROVAL OF AN ARCHITECURAL PERMIT – 515 CLEVELAND REV: 06-26-18 PR Page 5 of 17 H. In the case of any commercial or industrial structure, the review authority shall consider its proximity to any R District and shall consider the effect of the proposed structure upon the character and value of the adjacent R District area; This finding is not applicable to the project as this finding only applies for commercial and/or industrial projects. The proposed project involves new residential structures. I. The provision of permeable areas and drainage design appropriate to capture and treat stormwater runoff prior to its discharge from the site including, but not limited to, the use of vegetated swales, landscape features, permeable pavement materials, infiltration basins or engineered designs. Engineering staff has reviewed the conceptual drainage plan and found it to be appropriate for the site and consistent with City standards. The Project would provide bioswales and detention areas for stormwater treatment. The applicant is also installing street trees and bioswales within the right-of-way. Section 4. Planned Development Permit: PD2017-005 (Section 46.5), the Planning Commission finds that approval of a Planned Development Permit is appropriate for the proposed Project, as follows: A. Permit Finding. Decisions regarding a Planned Development Permit shall be based upon the purpose statement in this section. The design and construction quality contained in all aspects of the development plan is expected to exceed the quality standards typically required for new developments located in similar zoning districts. A Planned Development is required to establish a condominium map. No deviations are being requested as part of the Planned Development. The Project would be required to form a homeowners association (HOA) and develop covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs), which would run with the site and ensure ongoing maintenance of shared common space. The proposed townhomes were designed to maximize density, open space, and covered parking at the site. The 17 townhomes are arranged in five buildings, which maintain a similar development pattern and footprint as similar buildings in the surrounding area. Buildings would be constructed with architectural grade exterior materials and the building configuration reduces the bulk of development and allows for common open space between buildings. The Project would have interior open space with seating, walkways, and landscaping. The Project would provide parking on the interior of the site to reduce impacts to on-street parking. B. Findings for Modifications to Development Standards. Modifications may be granted if it is determined that the proposed development will provide an environment of physical and functional desirability, in harmony with the character of the surrounding neighborhood or district.