REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
File #: 2016-7264
Location: 890 W. Iowa Avenue (APN 165-05-003)
Zoning: RO
Proposed Project: Related applications on a 0.13-acre site:
DESIGN REVIEW: to allow demolition of an existing single family residence and construction of a new two-story single family residence with 1,530 square foot basement resulting in a total floor area of 2,782 square feet (2,342 square feet living area and 440 square foot garage) and a 52% Floor Area Ratio (FAR).
Applicant / Owner: Useldinger Architect / Kailin Wang
Environmental Review: Categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section Class 1, 15301, Class 3, Section 15303 (New Construction of Small Structures) Class 4, 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Project Planner: Cindy Hom, Assistant Planner (408) 730-7411, chom@sunnyvale.ca.gov.
Report
REPORT IN BRIEF
General Plan: Residential Low Density (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: Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and compatibility with surrounding neighborhood
Staff Recommendation: Approve Design Review based on the Findings with the recommended Conditions in Attachment 4.
BACKGROUND
Site Context
The project is located southeast of the intersection at West Iowa Avenue and Sunset Avenue. The subject site is bounded by W. Iowa Avenue to the north and other single family homes on the east, west and south. The existing neighborhood includes a blend of one and two-story homes consisting of traditional and contemporary style architecture. Some common design elements found in the neighborhood include low or moderately pitched roofs, combination of stucco and horizontal siding, brick, or stone veneer exterior finishes, and gabled front door entries.
Existing Conditions/Permit History
The existing home was buil...
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