Reso 23-10 PC Reso 0035 Reso Recommending General Plan Amendment Approval - 505 E. Bayshore

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ATTY/RESO.0035/PC RESO RECOMMENDING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT APPROVAL - 505 E. BAYSHORE REV: 05-12-23 JB Page 5 of 32 City Council of the City of Redwood City adopt the General Plan Amendment in substantially the form set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 4. Zoning Map Amendment. a. Findings. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Zoning Map Amendment to Article 60 (Zoning District Boundaries- Maps) described in Exhibit B is consistent with the goals of the General Plan, the public interest, the existing zoning of the properties in the immediate vicinity, and the purpose of amendments to increase the quality of the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance in guiding and regulating the future development, growth, and evolution of Redwood City. The proposed Mixed-Use Waterfront (MUWF) zoning allows for the development of residential and commercial uses. The adjacent property at 557 E. Bayshore Road is zoned MUWF and a mixed use project was recently approved for that site. b. Recommendation. The Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council adopt the proposed ordinance approving the Zoning Map Amendment, in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit B. 5. Architectural Permit. a. Findings. The Planning Commission makes the following findings: i. The existence of sufficient variety in the design of the structure and grounds to avoid monotony in the external appearance; The buildings have articulated elevations, varied roof heights, and a mix of materials to break-up the massing, height, and scale. The buildings are well designed with vertical and horizontal articulation to differentiate the individual units and provide visual interest. The proposed exterior materials are high quality and permanent materials, and the building contains numerous and well-proportioned windows, openings, and glazing. The massing would utilize material transitions, recesses, and bump outs for architectural interest and to break up the massing. The building’s features and design elements are also consistent throughout each elevation. The project was reviewed the AAC, which determined that the building design was architecturally desirable. ii. The size and design of the structure shall be considered for