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2071 Hillview Road CUP Report May 9, 2005 Page 2 (1) The use will not create an excessive burden on existing parks, schools, streets and other public facilities and utilities which serve or are proposed to serve the area. Although two additional units would generate a few more vehicle trips per day, Staff does not believe that adding two units to the existing multifamily building will create an excessive burden on the streets, utilities, parks, schools or public facilities. (2) The use will be sufficiently compatible or separated by distance or screening from adjacent residentially zoned or used land so that existing homes will not be depreciated in value and there will be no deterrence to development of vacant land. The use is compatible with the adjacent properties, as they are also residential, including many that have multifamily residential uses. Staff does not believe that the proposed expansion would cause depreciation in the value of the existing homes. (3) The structure and site shall have an appearance that will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent residential properties. The proposed expansion would be constructed in the basement of the building and would not change the appearance of the building exterior. The garages associated with the expansion would have a positive impact on the adjacent properties, as the occupants will be able to store more vehicles indoors. (4) The use, in the opinion of the City Council, is reasonably related to the overall needs of the City and to the existing land use. The proposed expansion and associated garages is reasonably related to the needs of the City and to the existing land use. (5) The use is consistent with the purposes of the Zoning Code and the purposes of the zoning district in which the applicant intends to locate the proposed use. The proposed expansion is consistent with the provisions and purposes of the Zoning Code. (6) The use is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan of the City. The Comprehensive Plan encourages the development and maintenance of residential areas so as to improve the quality, appearance and attractiveness of housing units and residential property in general. (7) The use will not cause traffic hazards or congestion. There will be a small amount of additional traffic generated by the expansion, however, Staff does not believe it would cause traffic hazards or congestion. (8) Adequate utilities, access, drainage and facilities have been or will be provided. All utilities and infrastructure are presently available and sufficient.