Reso PC19-04 PC Reso 0037 Recommending the Project - Sobrato

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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; The finding does not apply as the Project is not directly adjacent to any R District. 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. The City's Engineering division has reviewed the Project's landscape features and areas, and bio-swale areas to capture and treat stormwater run-off prior to discharge from the site, and determined that the Project would comply. Section 3. Planned Development Permit: The proposed Project includes office, retail, residential and child care space and publicly -accessible open space. Offsite improvements and other implementation measures are included in the project are consistent with the requirements of the Mixed Use Corridor — Gateway Broadway Zoning District. The Planning Commission finds that approval of a Planned Development Permit is appropriate for the proposed Project, as follows: a. Permit Finding. 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. With the Conditions of Approval (Exhibit A), the project is consistent with the purpose of the Planned Development permit which promotes highest quality architectural solutions and encourages the development of quality open space and recreational opportunities within the project, because the project provides 1.6 acres of publicly accessible open space, including a dog park and other recreational amenities, along with buildings of high design quality, including site placement, massing, articulation and materials that meet the standards of the zoning district and promote a walkable urban environment at the gateway to the City. b. Finding for Modification to Development Standards. The proposed development will provide an environment of physical and functional desirability, in harmony with the character of the surrounding neighborhood or district. The project provides shared underground parking that promotes the goals of the General Plan and Zoning District, preserving land area for affordable housing, public open space, employment centers and child care. The shared parking between the residential and office space makes efficient use of the parking facilities and, with the Transportation Demand Management Plan, will be adequate for anticipated demand. Section 4. Vesting Tentative Map: The project requires approval of a Vesting Tentative Map per the Subdivision Ordinance. In the exercise of its independent judgement, the Commission finds that: a. The map, design, or improvements of the proposed subdivision are consistent ATTY/RESO.0037/PC RESO RECOMMENDING THE PROJECT —SOBRATO REV: 04-29-19 PR Page 4 of 22