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Staff Report to the Planning Commission Lands of Ascension Development LLC 26491 Ascension Drive June 5, 2008 Page 9 of 18 the sun light into the pumpkin patch but still provide screening of the new residence (Attachment 15) o Excessive grading cuts and large retaining walls which significantly exceed the requirements of the grading policy. The grading issues are discussed above in the staff report. o Improper removal of heritage oak trees. The applicants have confirmed the removal of two (2) heritage oak trees and staff recommends their replacement at a 5 to 1 ratio, per condition of approval #3. As of this date, the Town has received two letters supporting the project from the neighbors at 26475 Ascension Drive (PK Dubey) and 26520 Anacapa Drive (Chyi-Fa Lin) (Attachments 6 and 7). Fire Department Review The Santa Clara County Fire Department has reviewed the proposal and is requiring a 14' wide driveway and a sprinkler system throughout all portions of the new residence. (Attachment 8) Geotechnical Review The Town's geotechnical consultant Cotton, Shires & Associates, Inc has reviewed the soil and foundation report prepared by American Soil Testing, Inc dated October 31, 2007 and recommends approval of the permit based on the conditions 18 a & b. (Attachment 9) Committee Review The Pathways Committee recommends a pathway in -lieu fee (condition #27). The Environmental Design Committee noted that the removal of existing eucalyptus and redwood trees will require landscape mitigation around the perimeter of the property. (Attachment 11) Recommended condition of approval #5 requires a landscape screening and erosion control plan to be submitted after final framing of the new residence to address view impacts to surrounding neighbors. CEOA STATUS The project is categorically exempt under CEQA per Sections 15303 (a) & (e)