REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Title
File #: 2017-7012
Location: 1467 Dartshire Court (APN: 309-117-075)
Applicant / Owner: Moe Jalili (applicant) / Mohan Akella (owner)
Proposed Project:
DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT: to allow a 333-square foot one and two-story addition to an existing two-story home resulting in a 50% FAR (2,715 square foot of living area and 418 square feet garage) on a 6,322-square foot lot.
Environmental Review: Categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section Class 1, 15301(Existing Facilities) and Class 3, Section 15303 (New Construction of Small Structures) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Project Planner: Cindy Hom, (408) 730-7411, chom@sunnyvale.ca.gov
Report
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
Staff Recommendation: Approve Design Review based on the Findings with the recommended Conditions in Attachment 4.
BACKGROUND
Site Context
The project site is on a 6,322-square foot residential lot located on the west side of Dartshire Court, within the Panama Park neighborhood. Currently, the lot is developed with a 2,800-square foot two-story home and two car garage. The existing neighborhood includes a blend of one and two-story homes consisting of traditional ranch and cottage style architecture. Some of the common design elements found in the neighborhood include asymmetrical buildings, steep gable roof forms, wood siding and stucco facades.
Existing Conditions/Permit History
The existing home was built in 1980 as a two-story residence that provided approximately 2,382-square feet of living area and a 418-square foot two car garage. There were no previous planning permits granted for this site except for building permits that were issued for minor repairs and interior modifications. ...
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