REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
File #: 2015-7099
Location: 945 Lantana Drive (APN: 213-22-041)
Zoning: R0
Proposed Project:
DESIGN REVIEW: To allow a 324 sq. ft. first and second story addition to an existing 2,676 sq. ft. single-family residence (including garage) that was destroyed by a fire. Will result in 2,577 sq. ft. of living area and a 423 sq. ft. garage (3,000 sq. ft. total) and 50% FAR.
Applicant / Owner: Daniel and Robin Scheiderer
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption
Project Planner: George Schroeder, (408) 730-7443, gschroeder@sunnyvale.ca.gov
Report
REPORT IN BRIEF
General Plan: Low Density Residential (0-7 du/ac)
Existing Site Conditions: Single-family residence
Surrounding Land Uses
North: Single-family residence
South: Single-family residence
East: Single-family residence
West: Single-family residence
Issues: Neighborhood compatibility, Floor Area Ratio
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Design Review with conditions
BACKGROUND
Previous Actions on the Site: The existing residence was constructed in 1963. A Variance was approved by the Planning Commission in 1974 (project # V-74-64) for a second floor addition that overhung the first floor to exceed the maximum lot coverage requirement at the time (35%) to approximately 39%.
Description of Proposed Project: The applicant proposes to demolish an existing 2,676-square foot, two-story, fire-damaged single-family residence on a 6,000 square foot lot to its foundation and rebuild it in its existing footprint with a 79 square foot first floor and 245 square foot second floor addition. The proposed building size would total 3,000 square feet including a 423 square foot garage with a resulting floor area ratio (FAR) of 50%. A Design Review is required for construction of a new residence to evaluate compliance with development standards and with the Single Family Home Design Techniques. Planning Commission review is required for homes that excee...
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