Reso 23-21 0097 PC23-21 PC Reso 1 Twin Dolphin

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ATTY/RESO.0097/PC RESO 1 TWIN DOLPHIN REV: 10-04-23 VR Page 7 of 23 Section 5. Vesting Tentative Map (TM2023-001): The project requires approval of a Vesting 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 with approval of a Planned Development as described above (including modifications to standards for reduced parking and interior setbacks). b. The site is physically suited for the proposed type or density of development. The site is in an urbanized location generally surrounded by office uses and research and development uses, which are both permitted by right in the CP Zoning District. The project is served by existing utilities, would make necessary improvements, and would include green infrastructure to serve the project in conformance with applicable Engineering Standards. 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 is developed with surface parking and office buildings, is generally surrounded by other commercial uses, and does not contain natural features or areas that would be considered habitat for fish or wildlife. 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 map and associated improvements do not conflict with essential public easements for access through, or use of, property within the proposed project site. Additionally, the project site does not have any public utilities or associated improvements that would be in conflict with the proposed project. Finally, the portions of the existing driveway apron from Lagoon Drive and Twin Dolphin are not used by the public for roadway purposes nor are they necessary to continue regular use of Lagoon Drive and Twin Dolphin, so the proposed vehicular access identified on the map is suitable for the project and it is appropriate to abandon those portions of the property in the existing driveway aprons