Reso24-04 0022 PC Reso 77 Birch Street

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ATTY/RESO.0022/PS RESO 77 BIRCH STREET REV: 05-16-24 VR Page 4 of 5 A. The map, design or improvement of the proposed subdivision are inconsistent with the general or specific plans, the Zoning Ordinance, or subdivision improvement requirements. The map of the proposed subdivision is consistent with Redwood City’s General Plan density and purpose and all applicable standards from the Zoning Ordinance. B. The site is not physically suited for the proposed type or density of development. The site is suitable for the proposed project as it is a residential multi-family development which does not exceed the maximum density allowed based for its General Plan designation. C. The design or proposed improvements are likely to cause substantial environmental damage, or substantially and avoidably injure fish, wildlife or their habitat, or cause serious public health problems. The project would not cause substantial environmental damage, have any significant impact on wildlife habitats or cause serious public health problems as it is located in an urban area on a developed lot. D. The design or improvements of the proposed subdivision will 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 subdivision would not conflict with any essential public access/ use of easements on the property. E. Such other findings of conflict with written public policy or with the public interest as the Subdivision Committee may determine. The project does not conflict with written public policy or the public interest. Section 6. Planned Development Permit (PD2020-002) – The Planning Commission finds that: A. Permit Finding. Decisions regarding a Planned Development Permit shall be based upon the purpose statement in this section. The design and construction quality contained in all aspects of the development plan is expected to exceed the quality standards typically required for new developments located in similar zoning districts. B. Findings for Modifications to Development Standards. Modifications may be granted if it is determined that the proposed development will provide an environment of physical and functional desirability, in harmony with the character of the surrounding neighborhood or district. The Project is utilizing the Planned Development Permit to modify setback regulations to facilitate the preservation of a mature on-site Coastal Redwood tree. The modified setback regulations also contribute to a site configuration which