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 6 of 32 the purpose of determining that the structure is in proportion to its building site and that it has a balance and unity among its external features so as to present a harmonious appearance; The proposed project meets the maximum 40’ height limit. The buildings are well designed with a consistent architectural style throughout each building. The project was reviewed by the AAC, which determined that the size and design of the structure was appropriate for the site. iii. 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 buildings style and scale are similar to other nearby buildings as viewed from Highway 101. The building’s proposed contemporary architectural style with quality exterior materials provides a transition between the industrial uses in the area and the adjacent non-industrial uses to the west. iv. 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; The Project does not utilize decorative ornamentation and no second-hand materials are being used. The project is contemporary in style, and does not utilize excessive decorative ornamentation and instead provides high quality exterior materials including: stucco with metal reveals, lap siding, decorative metal awnings, stone veneer, fiber cement vertical siding. v. 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 and does not contain significant natural features. The Project provides significant landscaping and open space, increasing the quantity and quality of natural features including installing street trees and green infrastructure along frontages and pathways. vi. The accessibility of off-street parking areas and the relation of parking areas with respect to traffic on adjacent streets;