Reso PC20-12 0116 PC Reso Denying Appeal for 645 Sapphire

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ATTY/RESO.0116/PC RESO DENYING APPEAL FOR 645 SAPPHIRE REV: 11-03-2020 PR Page 3 of 10 C. 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 project site is located in an area with a varied mix of architectural styles. The bulk, massing and height of residences vary widely, ranging between single and two story residences. The proposed structure incorporates features common in the neighborhood such as compatible roof forms and pitches. The second story has a setback of 28 feet from the front property line, where 15 feet is required and an overall height of 20 feet, where 28 feet is allowed under the designated R-1 zoning district. The increased setbacks and limited height help to reduce the vertical massing and maintain the streetscape frontage by following the setback and height pattern of structures in the vicinity and surrounding neighborhood. D. 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 proposed design utilizes common exterior materials including craftsman wood style siding and shingle composition roofing. The proposed materials are common throughout single-family residences in Redwood City and are not considered temporary or second-hand materials. In addition, the house does not include excessive ornamentation. E. The extent to which natural features, including trees, shrubs, creeks, and rocks, and the natural grade of the site are to be retained; No tree removal or vegetation removal is proposed as part of the project. All existing landscaping would be retained. F. The accessibility of off-street parking areas and the relation of parking areas with respect to traffic on adjacent streets; The project site provides the required two parking spaces, one of which is covered, for a single-family house.