REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
File #: 2016-7388
Location: 1339 Norman Dr. (APN: 313-12-002)
Zoning: R-1 (Low Density Residential)
Proposed Project:
DESIGN REVIEW: To allow a 707 square foot one-story addition to an existing single-family home, resulting in 4,133 square feet (3,143 square foot living area; 171 front porch; 112 square foot balcony; 707 square foot garage and utility room) and 42.6% Floor Area Ratio (FAR). Project also includes the conversion of an existing two-car garage into habitable space and removal of a protected tree.
Applicant / Owner: George and Sue Harrison
Environmental Review: Class I Categorical Exemption
Project Planner: Noren Caliva-Lepe, (408) 730-7659, ncaliva-lepe@sunnyvale.ca.gov
Report
REPORT IN BRIEF
General Plan: Low Density Residential
Existing Site Conditions: Single-family residence with accessory living unit
Surrounding Land Uses
North: Single-family residence
South: Single-family residence
East: Single-family residence
West: Single-family residence
Issues: Neighborhood compatibility
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Design Review based on the Findings with the recommended Conditions in Attachment 4.
BACKGROUND
Description of Proposed Project
The applicant is proposing to add a 707 square foot garage and utility room to the existing one-story single-family home. The project also includes the conversion of an existing two-car garage into habitable space and removal of a protected Cedar tree. The project will result in a 4,133 square foot house and 42.6% Floor Area Ratio (FAR).
This project requires Planning Commission review because the collection of buildings and additions on the site would exceed 3,600 square feet. See Attachment 1 for a map of the vicinity and mailing area for notices and Attachment 2 for the Data Table of the project.
Previous Actions on the Site
The existing house was built in 1939 with a detached two-car garage. A Use Permit (File 2006-1268) to rebuild the detached garage with an...
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