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THE CITY WITH A MISSION
3artment—Planning Division
Meeting Date: October 16, 2018
Case Numbers: ED18-013/V18-008/EX18-005
Project Planner: Ali Giudice — (415) 485-3092
Agenda Item: 3
REPORT TO DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
SUBJECT: 90 Deer Park (Vacant Lot) — Environmental and Design Review to allow the construction of a
new 3,525 square -foot single-family residence with a 635 square -foot detached garage
proposed on a 36,028 square -foot vacant hillside lot; APN: 014-042-02; R1 a -H Zoning District;
Karl Vavrek, Applicant; Thomas Lumsden, Owner; Country Club neighborhood
PROPERTYFACTS
Location
General Plan Designation
Zoning Designation
Existing Land -Use
Project Site:
Hillside Residential
Single-family residential (R9a-H)
Vacant
North:
Hillside Residential
Single-family residential (R1a-H)
Vacant
South:
Hillside Residential
Single-family residential (R1a-H)
Single-family residential
East:
Hillside Residential
Multi -family residential (R1 a -H)
Multi -family residential
West:
Hillside Residential
Single-family residential (R20 -H)
Vacant
Lot Size
Lot Coverage (Max.)
Required: 1 acre (43560 sq. ft.)
Standard: (40% max. lot coverage)
Existing: 36,028 sq. ft.
Max allowed Proposed:
14,411.2 sq. ft. <6,000 sq. ft.
Gross Building Square footage
Natural State Max
Standard (2,500+ 10% of lot area; includes
Standard: (25% of lot plus percent slope )
garage and accessory structures)
Min. Required Proposed:
Max allowed Proposed
22,445 sq. ft. 23,250 sq. ft.
6,103 sq. ft. 5,585 sq. ft.
Height '
Parkin
Allowed: 30 feet
Required: 2 covered parking spaces
Proposed: 30 feet
Proposed: 2+ covered parking spaces
Min. Lot Width (Lot area/lot depth)
Setbacks
Required: 50 feet (60 feet corner lot)
Required
Existin
Proposed
N/A
Existing: 200+ feet
Front:
Side(s):
Ext side:
20 feet
15
n/a
20+ feet
15+ feet
Ped. side:
n/a
Bldg. sep:
n/a
Rear:
25 feet
+25 feet
SUMMARY
The project is being referred to the Design Review Board (Board) for Environmental and Design Review
recommendation on a 5,585 square foot single-family residence (including garages) on a vacant hillside
parcel. The applicant is also seeking a variance to allow the accessory structure to exceed a height of
15 feet.
Staff requests that the Board review this report and provide a recommendation on compliance with all
pertinent design criteria. Specifically, staff asks the Board to consider the following:
• Architecture - Whether the proposed architectural design is appropriate for this sloping lot and given
the variety of architectural styles in the surrounding neighborhood.
• Materials and Colors - Whether the proposed colors and materials are appropriate.
• Landscaping - Whether the proposed landscape plan provides an appropriate solution given the
existing tree canopy.
BACKGROUND
Site Description & Setting:
The project is for a single family residential development on a vacant lot located on Deer Park Avenue.
The residential project site has a slope of over 25% and, therefore, is subject to the Hillside
Development Standards.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Use: The project consists of a 5,585 square foot, single-family residence which includes a 945 square -
foot garage, plus 940 square feet of utility/storage structures.
Site Plan: The project site plan and grading and drainage plans demonstrate the effort that will be
involved in addressing the existing site constraints. The proposed driveway will connect to Deer Park
Avenue at the northwest portion of the site. The driveway provides access to a detached garage first
and continues to the garage attached to the proposed residence. A bridge will be necessary to cross
over an existing drainageway.
Retaining walls ranging in heights up to 6 feet, will be needed throughout the site to accommodate the
driveway and the proposed structures.
Architecture: The applicant proposed a modern design with a flat roof lines. Materials consist of a
combination of materials, including stucco and horizontal wood siding. A 6 -foot high fence would be
installed along the front property line. This fence would be constructed with a concrete base with
horizontal wood panels placed between the concrete pillars. The applicant is requesting an exception to
allow the 6 -foot height due to the slope of the lot.
Landscaping: The applicant proposing to remove approximately 20 trees. The proposed landscape
plan includes relocation of mature olive trees and installation of additional olive trees (24 -inch box) near
the front of the property. Additional small tree would be installed throughout the site.
ANALYSIS
General Plan 2020 Consistency:
The following General Plan Policies apply to the project:
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Land Use — LU8 (Density of Residential Development) The applicant proposes development of a
single-family residence on legal building sites that are designated single family and zoned for single-
family residential development.
Land Use — LU12 (Building Heights) General Plan Land Use Policy LU12 has establishes a maximum
building height of 30 feet for these lots. The applicant proposes to maintain a maximum 30 -foot height
limit.
Housing — H2 (Design That Fits into the Neighborhood Context) The project site is located in a
neighborhood with a mix of architectural styles. The applicant proposes a modern architecture for this
lot, which is consistent with the mix of styles in the neighborhood.
Neighborhood — N2 (New Development in Residential Neighborhoods) The applicant proposes a
design that uses variations and articulation in building walls and roof lines. Because the lot slopes
downward away from the road, the bulk of the residence will be less visible directly from the street.
Parking is proposed within enclosed garage spaces.
Zoning Ordinance Consistency:
Chapter 4 — Single Family Residential District
Section 14.04.040 (Residential Districts) of the Zoning Ordinance identifies the development standards
of the Single Family Residential (R1 a) Zoning District. The plans demonstrate that the proposed
development would meet all the applicable development standards.
Chapter 12- Hillside Development Overlay District
The project complies with Hillside Development Standards as demonstrated under the Property Facts
section above.
NEIGHBORHOOD CORRESPONDENCE
Notice was sent to property owners and occupants within 300 feet of the site within 15 days of the
Design Review Board meeting. Notice was also posted on the site a minimum of 15 days prior to the
meeting. One comment letter was received expressing a concern about drainage from the site. The
applicant has submitted a stormwater control plan that proposes the use of vegetative bioswales and
cisterns to contain stormwater. The applicant will be required to continue to work with Department of
Public Works to assure adequate stormwater control measures are implemented.
CONCLUSION
The project proposes construction of a new single-family residence on a hillside lot. The project
complies with Zoning and Hillside Development Standards and will continue to work with public works
to assure adequate stormwater control measures in implemented. Staff recommends that the Board
provide recommendation regarding the proposed design of the residence, proposed driveway and
retaining walls and proposed colors and materials.
EXHIBITS
Project Plans
cc: Karl Vavrek, Applicant
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