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Planning Commission January 14,1997 Lands of Wythe&Vitu(Parcel 3) Page 2 CODE REQUIREMENTS As required by Section 10-2.301 of the Site Development Ordinance, this application for a new residence has been forwarded to the Planning Commission for review and approval. Criteria for review from the Site Development Ordinance include grading, drainage, building siting, pathways, landscape screening and outdoor lighting. Zoning Code review encompasses compliance with floor and development area requirements, setbacks, height and parking. The granting of a variance requires four findings to be made,pursuant to Section 10-1.1107(2) of the Zoning Ordinance. DISCUSSION Site Data Gross Lot Area: 1.62 acres Net Lot Area: 1.58 acres Average Slope: 25.1% Lot Unit Factor: 1.07 Floor and Development Area Area Maximum Proposed Existing Increase Left Development 9,999 9,168 -0- +9,168 +831 Floor 5,613 4,900* -0- +4,900 +713 *excludes 950 square foot basement that is completely underground Site and Architecture The applicants are requesting approval of a site development permit to construct a new 4,200 square foot stepped one-story residence with an attached 700 square foot three-car garage and a 950 square foot basement. A small swimming pool and spa are also proposed. The second story has been eliminated and the building now steps down the slope. The house size (including garage) was reduced from 5,587 to 4,900 square feet. The total development area has increased slightly from 9,125 to 9,168 square feet due to the addition of a small pool. Although a basement has been added to the plans, it is not counted as floor or development area since it underground, and does not affect the above ground bulk and mass of the structure. Proposed exterior materials include a mixture of vertical wood and stucco siding, stone veneer accent, brick chimneys and flat tile roofing (resembles shake). The rear and left side (east) elevation have stucco siding, and the front and right side (west) have wood siding. The Design Guidelines state that a mixture of materials can create interest and detail, and that wood and stone can help soften the appearance of stucco and blend it with the natural setting. The exterior colors can also help blend the house into the site. The house has been stepped in four sections. The main living area would be 51/2 feet lower than the master bedroom wing. The secondary bedrooms step up 2'/2 feet from there with the garage 10 feet below. Rounded and bay elements, a mix of exterior materials, architectural detailing, varied roof lines and wall planes have been proposed to break up the massing of the building.