Reso PC19-03 PC Reso 0024 Architectual Permit 120 El Camino Real - Revised

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complies with zoning district regulations for height, stories, and daylight plane. The structure fronts EI Camino Real, a major regional arterial, and is found to be proportional to the site. The two townhome buildings incorporate similar design elements, which provide a balanced harmonious appearance. The size and design of the project is similar to the adjacent residential development under construction, which was designed by the same architecture firm. 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 site is located in an area with a variety of housing types including single- family homes, multi -family apartments, and three-story townhomes. The average unit size would be approximately 1,800 square feet of living area, which is consistent with other housing types in the area. The height of the structure is comparable to an adjacent three-story multi -family townhomes under construction — approved in 2015. The structure would be located on EI Camino Real, which allows for taller buildings, including both residential and commercial uses. The Project would use typical exterior materials as described below similar to exterior materials found in surrounding homes. The colors and materials conform to the architectural design of the buildings and are consistent with the general neighborhood character. 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. Exterior materials would include stucco cladding, cementitious lap siding, smooth cementitious panels, metal railings and awnings, and composition shingle roofing. 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 Project site is flat, would not require extensive grading, and would retain the natural features of the site, including three large Canary Island Pine trees. The Project would plant a variety of landscaping on-site and a landscaping Page 4 of 19 ATTY/DOCS-RESOLUTIONS/2019/RESO.0024 PC RESO ARCHITECTUAL PERMIT 120 EL CAMINO REAL REV: 04-03-19 PR