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3 •q <br /> TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS March 25, 1998 <br /> Staff Report to the Planning Commission <br /> RE: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR A NEW RESIDENCE; LANDS OF WONG; <br /> 14470 DE BELL ROAD; FILE#268-97-ZP-SD-GD. <br /> FROM: Suzanne Davis, Planner sD <br /> APPROVED BY: Curtis S. Williams, Planning Dirq <br /> RECOMMENDATION That the Planning Commission: <br /> 1. Approve the requested site development permit as submitted, subject to the recommended <br /> conditions; OR <br /> 2. Approve the project, adding conditions to modify the plan to further reduce the difference <br /> between the finished floor and natural grade and/or to add architectural detailing to two- <br /> story facades. - <br /> BACKGROUND <br /> The subject property is located on the east side of DeBell Drive, midway between Estacada and <br /> Manuella Road. The property was created as part of a 45 lot subdivision (Tract 1286 - Pinecrest <br /> Heights) that was recorded in 1954, prior to the Town's incorporation. An existing 2,320 square <br /> foot residence with attached garage will be demolished. There is a new residence under <br /> construction on the adjacent lot to the south(Lands of Shukov). Other surrounding properties are <br /> developed with single-family residences. The only easement overthe property is a five foot <br /> drainage easement along the southwesterly property line. <br /> Some properties created by the Pinecrest Heights subdivision had larger setbacks to allow for <br /> adequate septic fields. However, the applicant's lot does not have such an encumbrance and the <br /> standard setbacks apply. <br /> CODE REQUIREMENTS <br /> As required by Section 10-2.301 of the Site Development Ordinance, this.application for a new <br /> residence, pool and spa has been forwarded to the Planning Commission for review and <br /> approval. Criteria for review pursuant to the code include grading, drainage, building siting, <br /> landscaping, pathways, and outdoor lighting. Zoning Code review encompasses compliance <br /> with floor and development area requirements, setbacks,height and parking. <br /> DISCUSSION <br /> Site Data <br /> Gross Lot Area: 1.01 acres <br /> Net Lot Area: 1.01 acres <br /> Average Slope: 15.3% <br /> Lot Unit Factor: 0.90 <br />