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EXHIBIT A FINDINGS 25560 Fernhill Road — File # SD21-0050 & VAR21-0005 1. With regard to the Site Development Permit (SD21-0050) to allow for anew pool, the Planning Commission finds in accordance with Section 10-2.102 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code as follows: a. The proposed development is in compliance with all regulations and policies set forth in the Site Development ordinance. The proposed pool, with the exception of the setback encroachment, comply with all applicable regulations and policies set forth in the Site Development Ordinance because the project does not exceed maximum development area, does not require a grading policy exception, and complies with all other applicable requirements in the Site Development Ordinance. 2. With regard to the Variance (VAR21-0005) to allow for a 15 -foot encroachment into the required 30 -foot side yard setback from an ingress and egress easement, the Planning Commission finds in accordance with Section 10-1.007(2) as follows: a. That, because of exceptional or extraordinary circumstances applicable to the subject property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, the strict application of the provisions of this title is found to deprive such property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity and under identical zoning classification. The entire property is characterized by steep slopes and a neighbor's ingress and egress easement while the existing residence is located in the widest portion of the property, forcing the location of appurtenant structures downhill into the narrower portion of the lot. Furthermore, the existing septic system is located near the house, further forcing any appurtenant structures downhill in the narrower portion of the lot. Finally, a large, centrally located oak tree forces the pool to the northeasterly portion of the narrow, downhill area. Because of this site layout and the ingress and egress easement, the Town's standard 30 - foot side yard setback cannot be accommodated while retaining the large oak tree. Strict application of the Code would deprive the applicant of the ability to enjoy their property. b. That upon the granting of the variance, the intent and purpose of the applicable sections of this title will still be served and the recipient of the variance will not be granted special privileges not enjoyed by other surrounding property owners. The purpose and intent of the Town's setbacks is to protect neighbors from visual and privacy impacts caused by developments. The setback regulations are generally meant to protect residences from visual and privacy impacts of floor area and development area. Resolution PC 07-22 Page 2 of 6