Reso PC18-13 0069 PC Reso Approving Architectual Permit at Union Cemetery

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ATTY/RESO.0069/PC RESO APPROVING ARCHITECTURAL PERMIT AT UNION CEMETERY REV: 06-28-18 PR Page 3 of 6 The kiosk is a simple wooden structure that would be compatible with existing fences and structures in the cemetery. B. The size and design of the structure shall be considered for the purpose of determining that the structure is in proportion to its building site and that it has a balance and unity among its external features so as to present a harmonious appearance. The proposed informational kiosk is 10’-2” in overall height, and 7’-7” in width and does not utilize a large footprint keeping in proportion to the existing fences and structures on the site. C. The extent to which the structure conforms to the general character of other structures in the vicinity insofar as the character can be ascertained and is found to be architecturally desirable. The proposed project would conform to the character and color of existing structures and fences at the cemetery. D. The extent to which excessive ornamentation is to be used and the extent to which temporary and second-hand materials, or materials which are imitative of other materials, are to be used. The proposed kiosk does not contain excessive ornamentation, and would be constructed out of wood which is not a temporary or second hand material. E. The extent to which natural features, including trees, shrubs, creeks, and rocks, and the natural grade of the site are to be retained. The kiosk would be located in an area with where no natural features would be affected. The natural grade of the site would also be retained. F. The accessibility of off-street parking areas and the relation of parking areas with respect to traffic on adjacent streets. The proposed project is located within the cemetery, and does not affect existing parking areas. G. The reservation of landscaping areas for the purposes of separating or screening service and storage areas from the street and adjoining building sites, breaking up large expanses of paved areas, separating or screening parking lots from the street and adjoining building sites, and separating building areas from paved areas to provide access from buildings to open space areas. The proposed kiosk does not affect any existing landscaping. H. In the case of any commercial or industrial structure, the Zoning Administrator 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.