Reso PC19-13 0092 PC Reso 1143 Oliver Street

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space areas; The proposed project would maintain the existing landscaping in the front yard and side yards. No new landscaping is proposed as part of the project. 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 as the project is residential. 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. The project complies with the residential zoning standards for permeable area onsite, including 60 percent of the required front yard and 40 percent of the entire site. 4. The Planning Commission makes the following additional findings in response to the stated reasons for the appeal, both as set forth below: A. Neighborhood Compatibility - The appellant asserts that there are no two- story units in the surrounding lots and the proposed structure is out of character. Response: The new second -story building is consistent with the development pattern of the neighborhood, which consists of one and two-story single family homes. There are a number of two-story residences in the surrounding neighborhood. The development standards in the R-2 zoning district and accessory dwelling unit requirements allow for two-story structures up to 28 feet in height. The proposed structure would have a maximum height of 22 feet. In addition, accessory dwelling unit requirements allows for second story accessory dwelling units to be constructed above garages. In addition, the new detached garage would be consistent with the surrounding neighborhood which follows a strong pattern of detached garages. Further, under applicable ADU regulations, the maximum size for an accessory dwelling unit is 700 square feet and the proposed ADU is 432 square feet, which is below the maximum size permitted. B. Height - The appellant asserts that the structure is too tall and the building size will provide less sun exposure onto their yard. Response: The accessory dwelling unit is proposed at 22 feet where 28 feet is allowed. The City does not have a shadow study or sun exposure Page 4 of 8 ATTY/RESO.0092/PC RESO 1143 OLIVER STREET REV: 09-27-19 PR