A. Text description of the proposed project including proposed use of the site, description of the site area with existing and proposed structures, setbacks, lot coverage, building height and number of stories, number of off-street parking spaces (covered and open), total number of dwelling units and floor area size.

B. Site plan showing proposed street and lot patterns, and the location of all proposed buildings, structures, utilities, and other general site improvements.

C. Topographic map showing existing contours at five-foot intervals and existing and proposed lot lines which may be integrated with the site plan described above.

D. Architectural plans including floor plans and elevations for all structures.

E. Site photographs (ground level and aerial photographs).

F. Off-street parking analysis.

G. Landscape plan showing natural and improved open space, existing trees (including any proposed removal), proposed landscape improvements including plant materials, ground surfaces, walls, fences, screens, shelters, water features, equipment, lighting, benches or other types of outdoor fixtures or structures proposed.

H. Parcel or subdivision map (if applicable).

I. Any other item deemed by the Director of Planning and Building as necessary to evaluate the proposed project. (Ord. 2016-4 § 3, 2016; Ord. 2013-2 § 24, 2013; Ord. 2011-2 § 4, 2011.)

A. General Plan and zoning consistency. Evaluation of project compliance with General Plan goals and policies and identification of consistency with Zoning Ordinance allowed use and development standards. Any proposal shall include public benefits and/or amenities not otherwise required (e.g., open space, scenic views, undergrounding of utilities). Projects may not vary from the density, lot coverage, or height limit of the underlying base zone(s). Any request to allow uses not otherwise permitted in the underlying base zone(s) shall include an application for a conditional use permit.

B. Design quality. Evaluation of project text description and illustrations to ensure that project plans meet the City’s expectations for quality design.

C. Compatibility with surroundings. Evaluation of project compatibility in terms of use, structures, and other site features with surrounding uses and structures. Buffering is required (beyond the minimum setback standards of the base zoning district) between single-family-residential use and non-residential/multi-family residential uses.

D. Resource preservation. Evaluation of the preservation of natural, cultural and historic resources of the site.

E. Sustainable development features. Evaluation of project features in terms of energy efficiency and compliance with the City’s sustainability principles and best practices (social, economic and environmental).

F. Site hazards. Evaluation of site hazards to ensure mitigation or minimization of impacts to a less than significant level.

G. Public benefits and amenities. Evaluation of proposed public benefits and/or amenities not otherwise required of the project (e.g., open space, scenic views, undergrounding of utilities, etc.)

H. Environmental compliance. Evaluation of project conformance to federal and State laws, including the California Environmental Quality Act. (Ord. 2011-2 § 4, 2011.)

A. The proposed project is consistent with General Plan goals and policies.

B. The proposed project furthers City of Belvedere housing goals and policies as outlined in the General Plan Housing Element.

C. The proposed project provides an organized arrangement of buildings and landscaping.

D. The proposed project complies with the density, lot coverage standards and building height standards of the underlying base zone(s).

E. The proposed project provides safe and convenient parking which is adequate to serve the people living and working in the project area and will be adequate to serve the existing and potential land uses.

F. The proposed project is compatible with neighboring properties.

G. The proposed project preserves the natural, cultural and historic resources of the site.

H. The proposed project incorporates energy efficient and sustainable development features.

I. The proposed project minimizes or mitigates site hazards.

J. The proposed project provides public benefits or amenities not otherwise required.

K. The proposed project is not detrimental to public health, safety, and welfare. (Ord. 2011-2 § 4, 2011.)