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Evergreen Townhomes by George Becerra & Fernando Acosta
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DISCUSSION:
Mr. George Becerra and Mr. Fernando Acosta propose to develop a private townhome complex consisting of 21 townhomes and 5 accessory dwelling units. The site is a 1.67-acre parcel of land located on the east side Cactus Avenue approximately 350 feet south of Foothill Boulevard within the Commercial-Mixed Use (C-MU) zone of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan. The townhome complex will be under single-ownership and the individual dwelling units will be for rent.
Features of the proposed development include:
• 8 separate townhome buildings
• 3 floor plan types (Ranging in size from 1,200sf to 1,830sf)
• Gated access
• Attached 2-car garages
• 17 guest parking spaces
• Private patios
• Private balconies
• 6 amenities
o 2 BBQ areas with picnic tables and trellises
o 2 Playgrounds
o 1 Outdoor workout area
o 1 Open grass area
• Decorative block perimeter wall
• Decorative paving
• Contemporary multi-family residential architecture
• Abundant landscaping
The proposal will require the approval of a Specific Plan Amendment to change the zoning of the site from C-MU to Residential-High Density (R-HD), as the C-MU zone does not support solely residential developments. Additionally, the proposal will require the approval a Precise Plan of Design. The applicant will also be required to submit the necessary environmental documentation, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the EDC review the proposal and provide general direction to the applicant and staff.
Attachments:
1. Location Map
2. Preliminary Development Plan