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11/16/2020 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 40,000 sq. ft. of publicly accessible open space, including a public plaza, Creekside trail, and other open space 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 connecting EI Camino Real to the downtown. This includes the first installation of protected bike lanes on EI Camino Real along the project frontage, and reconfigure Beech Street to align with Lincoln Street west of EI Camino Real with a new signalized pedestrian crossing, consistent with the EI Camino Real Corridor Plan. It would also provide a creek walkway that would serve as the trailhead for the City's envisioned intra -City creek trail network. 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 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 parking between Parcels E -North and E - South would be shared and extend parking between the office buildings including under Cedar Street, which makes efficient use of the parking facilities and, with the Transportation Demand Management Plan, and proximity to the downtown and transit center, will be adequate for anticipated demand. The increased height is minor and only addresses portions of the buildings. Each building on Parcels C, C, and E (North and South) provide a range of building heights to create visual interest and break up the apparent massing. The requested increase in height furthers these goals and supports the quality design and ability to provide parapets to help screen rooftop uses. Section 5. Vesting Tentative Map Findings. The project requires approval of a Vesting Tentative Map per the Subdivision Ordinance. In the exercise of its independent judgement, the City Council finds that: a. The map, design, or improvements of the proposed subdivision are consistent with the general or specific plans, the zoning ordinance, or subdivision improvement requirements. The proposed subdivision and associated improvements are consistent with Redwood City's General Plan, Municipal Code, Zoning Ordinance, and all applicable subdivision improvement requirements as stated in the staff report. ATTY/RESO.0125/PC RESO SOUTH MAIN MIXED USE PROJECT—ENTITLEMENT RESO. NO. 15908 REV: 11-03-2020 PR MUFF NO. 601 Page 6 of 38