Reso PC21-01 0012 PC Reso Granting Approval of an ARC Permit for 240 Twin Dolphin Dr.

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ATTY/RESO.0012/PC RESO GRANTING APPROVAL OF AN ARC PERMIT FOR 240 TWIN DOLPHIN DR REV: 03-11-2021 PR Page 5 of 21 between building structures and the proposed parking areas. The site plan with the proposed setback reductions would discourage surface parking fronting the site, and encourage flexibility of development to promote the most appropriate expansion of the existing use. The development would encourage access to quality open space and recreational opportunities on- and off-site. The AAC reviewed the site design, including reduced setbacks and found it to be compatible with the surrounding development pattern and appropriate for the site. Section 5. Tentative Map Findings (TM2018-009): The project requires approval of a Tentative Map per the Subdivision Ordinance. In the exercise of its independent judgement, the Commission 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, in that the Tentative Map would comply with lot design standards of the Subdivision Ordinance (City Code Chapter 30) and the Subdivision Map Act. . The project has provided sufficient information to show compliance with Chapter 18 (Local Improvements and Planning) of the City Code including, utilities, grading, and drainage. The civil drawings have been reviewed by the City’s Engineering Division and found to comply with all necessary requirements to approve a Tentative Map. There is no specific plan that applies to this site. b. The site is physically suited for the proposed type or density of development. The project site is flat and located in an urban environment for which all public utilities and services are already established and the density is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning District. c. The design or proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage, or substantially and avoidably injure fish, wildlife, or their habitat, or cause serious public health problems. The project site does not contain natural features or areas that would be considered habitat for fish or wildlife. The proposed development will improve the site with new pervious area and new landscaping. d. The design or improvements of the proposed subdivision will not conflict with essential public easements for access through, or use of, property within the proposed subdivision, unless acceptable alternate public easements will be provided. The proposed tentative map and associated improvements does not conflict with essential public easements for access through, or use of, property within the proposed project site. The project does not conflict with any essential public access easements and provides additional public access