2929 PINE ST COCOON HOUSE 2018-01-02 MF Import

Findings: Less traffic will be generated by the new use since the occupants do not drive. Conclusions: There will be no additional traffic impact. 4. The provision of adequate off-street parking, on -site circulation, and site access. Findings: Thirty off-street parking spaces currently exist that access from Pine Street and the alley. The proposed addition will reduce the number of off-street spaces to eleven. Approximately five off-street parking spaces will be needed for staff and visitors. Only during special events may additional parking be needed. Conclusions: Off-street parking, on -site circulation, and site access are adequate. 5. Compatibility of proposed structures and improvements with surrounding properties, including the size, height, location, setback and arrangement of all proposed buildings and facilities, especially as they relate to light and shadow impacts on more sensitive land uses and less intensive zones. Findings: The addition will be expanded into the e:isting parking area on the south end of the building. This will create a courtyard in the center. The addition will be one story in height. Conclusions: The addition is considered compatible with the surrounding properties. 6. The number, size and location of signs, especially as they relate to more sensitive land uses. Findings: Sign Category B applies to the use. Conclusions: No signs are proposed. 7. The landscaping, buffering and screening of as tbuildings, parking, loading and storage areas, especially hey relate to more sensitive land uses. Findings: Landscape Category B applies. Landscaping must comply with current zoning code standards. Section 35.030 requires landscaping to meet current code when new construction and remodeling is valued at 35% or more of the assessed value of the existing building. The existing landscaping does not meet current code. Conclusions: Provide landscaping per zoning code standards.