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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-06-04 Architectural Review Board Agenda PacketARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD Regular Meeting Thursday, June 04, 2026 Council Chambers & Hybrid 8:30 AM Amended Agenda Amended Agenda Items Appear Below in RED   Architectural Review Board meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 76, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org. Visit https://bit.ly/PApendingprojects to view project plans and details. 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In-person comments will be heard at the beginning of the agenda and remote comments will be heard at the end of the agenda.   CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS   1.Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and Upcoming Agenda Items ACTION ITEMS Public Comment is Permitted. Applicants/Appellant Teams: Ten (10) minutes, plus ten (10) minutes rebuttal. All others: Three (3) minutes per speaker. 2.PUBLIC HEARING / QUASI-JUDICIAL. 375 Hamilton Avenue [26PLN-00050]: Request for Recommendation on a Major Architectural Review Application for Construction of a New Six-Story Parking Garage with 266 Parking Spaces Replacing Existing Parking Lot D. CEQA Status: An Addendum to the Previously Certified Downtown Parking Garage Environmental Impact Report (SCH# 2017052040) Has Been Prepared. Zoning District: PF (Public Facilities). 3.PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI-JUDICIAL. 762 San Antonio Road [24PLN-00120]: Request for Recommendation on a Major Architectural Review Application to Demolish Three Existing Commercial Buildings and Construct an Eight-Story Multi-Family Residential Building Containing 228 Rental Apartments. Thirteen (13) Percent of the Units (30 Units) Would be Deed Restricted to Serve Lower Income Households. The Project is Proposed in Accordance with California Government Code Section 65589.5(d)(5) “Builders Remedy". A Senate Bill 330 Pre-Application was Filed January 9, 2024. CEQA Status: An Addendum to the Previously Certified Environmental Impact Report for the Housing Incentive Program Expansion and 788 San Antonio Mixed Use Project (SCH # 2019090070) has Been Prepared. Zoning District: CS (AD); Service Commercial (Automobile Dealership). Supplemental Report Added APPROVAL OF MINUTES Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.  2 Regular Meeting June 04, 2026 Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at  www.paloalto.gov/agendas.   4.Draft Architectural Review Board Meeting Minutes for May 7, 2026 BOARD MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).   VIRTUAL PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. 1-3 minutes depending on number of speakers. In-person comments will be heard at the beginning of the agenda and remote comments will be heard at the end of the agenda.   ADJOURNMENT   INFORMATIONAL REPORT The materials below are provided for informational purposes, not for action or discussion during this meeting’s agenda. Written public comments may be submitted in advance and will be provided to the Commission and available for public inspection on the City’s website three days before the meeting. A.Public Comments    3 Regular Meeting June 04, 2026 Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at  www.paloalto.gov/agendas.   PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email, teleconference, or by phone. 1.Written public comments may be submitted by email to arb@PaloAlto.gov. 2.Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the teleconference meeting. To address the Board, click on the link below to access a Zoom-based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully. ◦You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in- browser. 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Page 1 of 2 Architectural Review Board Staff Report From: Planning and Development Services Director Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 4, 2026 Report #: 2605-6416 TITLE Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and Upcoming Agenda Items RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Architectural Review Board (ARB) review and comment as appropriate.  BACKGROUND This document includes the following items: ARB meeting schedule Upcoming ARB agenda items Recently submitted and pending projects subject to ARB review Board members are encouraged to contact Samuel Tavera (Samuel.Tavera@PaloAlto.gov) to notify staff of any planned absences one month in advance, if possible, to ensure the availability of an ARB quorum. Approved projects can be found on the City’s Building Eye webpage at https://paloalto.buildingeye.com/planning. Any party, including the applicant, may request a hearing by the ARB on the proposed director’s decision(s) within the 10-day or 14-day appeal period by filing a written request with the planning division. There shall be no fee required for requesting such a hearing. However, there is a fee for appeals. Pursuant to 18.77.070(b)(5) any project relating to the installation of cabinets containing communications service equipment or facilities, pursuant to any service subject to Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 2.11, Chapter 12.04, Chapter 12.08, Chapter 12.09, Chapter 12.10, or Chapter 12.13 is not eligible for a request for hearing by any party, including the applicant. No action is required by the ARB for this item. Item 1 Item 1 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 5     Item No. 1. Page 2 of 2 UPCOMING ARB AGENDA ITEMS The following items are tentative and subject to change: June 18, 2026 Meeting Canceled Due to Lack of Quorum No new ARB projects were submitted since the last meeting. Attachment A: 2026 Meeting Schedule & Assignments : ARB Liaison1 & Contact Information   Steven Switzer, Senior Historic Planner   (650) 329-2321   Steven.Switzer@PaloAlto.gov 1 Emails can be sent directly to the ARB at the following email: ARB@PaloAlto.gov Item 1 Item 1 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 6     Architectural Review Board 2026 Meeting Schedule & Assignments 1 1 6 1 9 2026 Meeting Schedule Meeting Dates Time Location Status Planned Absences 1/1/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Cancelled 1/15/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular Adcock, Hirsch 2/5/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Cancelled 2/19/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Cancelled 3/5/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 3/19/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 4/2/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Cancelled Rosenberg 4/16/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 5/7/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular Jojarth 5/21/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 6/4/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular Chen 6/18/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular Adcock, Chen, Rosenberg 7/2/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular Adcock 7/16/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 8/6/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 8/20/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 9/3/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 9/17/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 10/1/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 10/15/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 11/5/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 11/19/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 12/3/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular 12/17/2026 8:30 AM Hybrid Regular Assignments will be made by the ARB Chair January February March April May June July August September October November December Item 1 Attachment A - 2026 Meeting Schedule & Assignments     Packet Pg. 7     Item No. 2. Page 1 of 14 Architectural Review Board Staff Report From: Planning and Development Services Director Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 4, 2026 Report #: 2601-5814 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING / QUASI-JUDICIAL. 375 Hamilton Avenue [26PLN-00050]: Request for Recommendation on a Major Architectural Review Application for Construction of a New Six- Story Parking Garage with 266 Parking Spaces Replacing Existing Parking Lot D. CEQA Status: An Addendum to the Previously Certified Downtown Parking Garage Environmental Impact Report (SCH# 2017052040) Has Been Prepared. Zoning District: PF (Public Facilities). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Architectural Review Board (ARB): 1. Consider the Addendum to the previously certified Downtown Parking Garage Environmental Impact Report (EIR); and 2. Recommend approval of the proposed project to the City Council based on findings and subject to conditions of approval in the Record of Land Use Action (Attachment B). EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The subject application is a request for Major Architectural Review for a new six-story parking garage with 266 parking spaces at 375 Hamilton Avenue (Capital Improvement Project PE- 15007), on an existing 86 space surface parking lot (Lot D, APN 120-15-086). The proposed project location is provided in Attachment A. The project description is provided in Attachment D and project plans are provided in Attachment E. Staff finds that the project is consistent with relevant plans, policies, and regulations adopted by the City and recommends that the ARB recommend approval of the project, with conditions, to the City Council. BACKGROUND Project Information Owner:City of Palo Alto Architect:Watry Design, Inc. Applicant:City of Palo Alto, Public Works Engineering Representative:Holly Boyd, Public Works, Assistant Director, Public Works Engineering Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 8     Item No. 2. Page 2 of 14 Legal Counsel:Not Applicable (City project) Property Information Address:375 Hamilton Avenue Neighborhood:Downtown Business District Lot Dimensions & Area:L-shaped lot; 29,164 square feet (sf) of surface parking lot area Housing Inventory Site:Yes Located w/in a Plume:Not Applicable Protected/Heritage Trees:Five protected trees proposed to be removed (four oaks) Historic Resource(s):Not Applicable (Adjacent resources include 526 Waverley Street, a local Category 2 resource; and 380 Hamilton Avenue, the U.S. Post Office, a local Category 1 and National Register Listed resource) Existing Improvements: 86 space asphalt surface parking lot with planters and seven existing trees Adjacent Land Use(s) and Zoning: North East, fronting Waverley Street, zoned CD-C(GF)(P): 526 Waverley Street, circa 1928, Category 2, 2-story building, vacant; 550-552 Waverley Street, circa 1952, 1-story Ethel’s Fancy restaurant; 558-560 Waverley Street, 2-story circa 1938, Tai Pan ground floor restaurant, and second floor office space; East, zoned CD-C(P): 425-555 Hamilton Avenue, circa 1966, All Saints Episcopal Church; North, zoned CD-C (GF)(P): 352-364 University Avenue, circa 1948, 2-story with CVS ground floor retail and second floor office space; 510 Waverley Street, circa 1900, 2-story, GF retail, office on the upper floor; West, zoned PF: 345 Hamilton Avenue, circa 1979, 4-story plus basement AT&T building (31,610 sf); Nearby sites zoned PF and CD- C(GF)(P); South, across Hamilton Avenue, zoned PF: 380 Hamilton Avenue, Post Office, circa 1932, PF zone. Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 9     Item No. 2. Page 3 of 14 Aerial View of Property: Source: Google Maps Land Use Designation & Applicable Plans Zoning Designation:Public Facilities (PF) Comp. Plan Designation:Regional Community Commercial Yes Yes Yes Baylands Master Plan/Guidelines (2008/2005) El Camino Real Guidelines (1976) Housing Development Project Downtown Urban Design Guidelines (1993) South El Camino Real Guidelines (2002) Utilizes Chapter 18.24 - Objective Standards Individual Review Guidelines (2005) Within 150 feet of Residential Use or District Context-Based Design Criteria applicable SOFA Phase 1 (2000)Within Airport Influence Area SOFA Phase 2 (2003) Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 10     Item No. 2. Page 4 of 14 Prior City Review and Action 1 A timeline and history of the previous application and recent discussions is available online.2 However a brief summary of Council’s previous actions as well as the various boards and the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC)’s feedback on the previously approved project is provided for informational purposes: December 12, 2016: Council directed cost and impacts analysis and directed staff to proceed with design and environmental review. The Council staff report is viewable here. April 11, 2017: Council provided directions on legislative approach. Council meeting minutes are viewable here. May 31, 2017: PTC Scoping Meeting. The staff report is viewable here. The video of the PTC meeting is viewable here. August 24, 2017: HRB Study Session. The staff report is viewable here. The video of the HRB meeting is viewable here. HRB meeting minutes are viewable here. September 7, 2017: ARB Study Session. The staff report viewable here. February 15, 2018: ARB hearing to review the project plans and hear public testimony regarding the Draft EIR. The staff report is viewable here. June 21, 2018: ARB hearing to consider the Draft EIR published May 18, 2018, and provide comments on the proposed design. The staff report is viewable here. February 11, 2019: Council certified the Final EIR and Approved a Record of Land Use Action (RULA) approving Architectural Review Application 17PLN-00360. The Council staff report is viewable here. 3 This direction aligns with the City’s 2023–2031 Housing Element,4 specifically Program 1.4, 1 City Council, February 11, 2019; SR #9263 2 Parking Garage Timeline and History is available online at: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Public- Works/Engineering-Services/Engineering-Projects/Downtown-Parking-Garage-Project 3 City Council, December 11, 2023; Item #8; SR #2309-2043 4 Housing Element, Chapter 5, page 5-9: https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/planning-amp- development-services/housing-element/housing-element_2023_2031/palo-alto-housing-element.pdf Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 11     Item No. 2. Page 5 of 14 which identifies the redevelopment of up to six City-owned surface parking lots to accommodate approximately 290 affordable housing units. The Housing Element also requires replacement of any displaced public parking to maintain downtown access. In this context, the proposed redevelopment of Lot T (existing 52 surface parking spaces) with a seven-story affordable housing project has further reinforced the interest in replacement parking capacity. 9 The scope included development of preliminary design options that maximize parking supply while accommodating a future residential component. 10 staff presented multiple design options to Council. Council directed staff to proceed with Option 1a, which includes a six-level, above-ground parking structure with 274 spaces and a reserved area for future affordable housing with separate access from Waverley Street. 11 the ARB conducted a study session to review preliminary design concepts, including three façade options based on Council’s selected scheme. The ARB provided generally supportive feedback on the project’s overall direction, materials, and pedestrian- oriented design. The Board Members preferred Option 2 and 3, however, the ARB emphasized the need for some refinement as discussed further in the Analysis. Architectural Review – Major (AR): The process for evaluating this type of application is set forth in Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Section 18.77.070. Major AR applications are reviewed by the ARB, and recommendations are forwarded to the Planning & Development Services Director for action. Action by the Director is appealable to the City Council if filed within 14 days of the decision. Notwithstanding, the Director may instead forward a project directly to City Council for final action in accordance with 9 City Council, December 2, 2024, SR#2410-3609 https://portal.laserfiche.com/Portal/DocView.aspx?id=111841&repo=r-704298fc 10 April 14, 2025, City Council Report: https://portal.laserfiche.com/Portal/DocView.aspx?id=162794&repo=r- 704298fc&searchid=59ac5e2c-f44f-498a-90b5-a542bb41464a 11 December 4, 2025, ARB Stat report: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=16843&compileOutputType=1 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 12     Item No. 2. Page 6 of 14 PAMC Section 18.40.170. AR projects are evaluated against specific findings. The findings for approval are provided in Attachment B. Development Standards Exception: PAMC 18.28.060 (e) allows for an increased floor area ratio and building height, as well as reduced setbacks, to accommodate public parking garages within the Downtown District. Additional findings for approval of this exception are not required. The project is a parking garage in the Downtown District and therefore is eligible by right for this exception. ANALYSIS The proposed project, as shown in Attachment E, consists of a six-story above-grade parking structure containing 266 parking spaces and a designated area along Waverley Street reserved for future affordable housing, consistent with City Council’s direction and preliminary ARB review on December 4, 2025. The project would replace the existing surface parking lot on the site, which currently provides 86 public parking spaces. In addition to replacing on-site parking, the project is intended to offset the anticipated loss of 52 public parking spaces from the redevelopment of Lot T, resulting in a net increase of 128 parking spaces in the downtown area. Of this total, 25 spaces are planned to support the future affordable housing component. As the current proposal does not include construction of the housing component, the reserved area is proposed to function as a temporary public plaza. The plaza design incorporates expanded landscaping, seating opportunities, and hardscape areas to support flexible outdoor use. Landscaping elements extend into the paseo, including climbing vines along the garage edges to enhance the pedestrian environment and soften the building’s appearance. The project also includes street improvements along the Hamilton and Waverley street frontages to modify the sidewalks as well as new street trees to reinforce the streetscape and support the Hamilton Avenue District design goals. At the roof level, the structure includes a steel lattice framework designed to accommodate future photovoltaic panels. In addition, a public art installation is proposed along the Hamilton Avenue façade, to be developed by artist Amy Landsberg in coordination with the City’s Public Art Program. Comprehensive Plan, Area Plans, and Guidelines15 The Comprehensive Plan designation for this site is Regional/Community Commercial. This designation is intended for larger shopping centers and districts that have a wider variety of goods and services than the neighborhood shopping areas. Examples include Stanford Shopping Center, Town and Country Village, and University Avenue/Downtown. In some locations, residential and mixed-use projects may also locate in this category. The proposed parking garage replaces existing surface parking Lot D within the Downtown area. This net increase in parking capacity supports several key Comprehensive Plan goals related to mobility, economic vitality, and land use efficiency, including: 15 The Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan is available online: https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/4/planning-amp-development-services/3.-comprehensive- plan/comprehensive-plan/full-comp-plan-2030_with-dec19_22-amendments.pdf Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 13     Item No. 2. Page 7 of 14 Mobility (Policy T-3.1 and T-3.4): Expanding parking supply in the downtown core enhances access for residents, visitors, and employees, and supports the City’s transportation management and parking efficiency goals. Business and Economic Vitality (Goal B-1): Improved downtown parking availability supports local businesses by facilitating customer access and sustaining the economic health of the Downtown area. Land Use (Goal L-1 and Policy L-2.5): The project efficiently utilizes publicly owned land to accommodate both public parking and future housing, aligning with the City’s strategy to integrate civic and residential uses within the downtown. Housing Element (Program 1.4): By incorporating provisions for a future affordable housing component, the project supports the City’s broader objective to create new affordable housing opportunities on City-owned sites while maintaining replacement parking. Housing Element The proposed garage is designed to accommodate a future residential building to the east, ensuring that the site contributes to a cohesive urban block and supports the long-term vision for Downtown livability. Although the project does not include construction of an affordable housing project, the project has specifically been designed to accommodate this future use, consistent with Housing Element Program 1.4, which targets the creation of 290 affordable housing units through the redevelopment of up to six City-owned surface parking lots. Additionally, this site is designated as a Housing Inventory Site with a projected capacity of 44 units, 22 of which are identified for low income and 22 of which are identified for very-low income. Although the proposed project does not include housing, the design accommodates the potential for a future housing component. Downtown Urban Design Guidelines The project is located within the boundaries of the Downtown Design Guidelines, within the Hamilton Avenue District. The Hamilton Avenue District Goals include: Promote Hamilton Avenue as an active mixed-use district, which comfortably accommodates larger scale commercial office, civic, and institutional buildings. Maintain Hamilton Avenue as a pleasing, tree-lined pedestrian environment with complimentary outdoor amenities to offset the urban intensity which naturally results from the provision of transit service and convenient surface parking. Key guidelines within the plan relevant to the proposed project include providing pedestrian links from Hamilton Avenue to University Avenue in conjunction with development of the alleys and parking lots. They also recommended “strong building volume” and “opportunity for pedestrian friendly use” at this corner. The proposed project is consistent with the Downtown Urban Design Guidelines in that the project reinforces the established urban character, promotes pedestrian activity, and generally provides a cohesive relationship with the surrounding downtown context. The six-story building replaces an existing surface parking lot with a more efficient land use that supports both public parking and future affordable housing. The design incorporates articulated façades, high-quality materials, and screening elements to break up massing and enhance visual interest, consistent Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 14     Item No. 2. Page 8 of 14 with the guidelines’ emphasis on human scale and architectural quality. At the street level, the project improves the pedestrian experience through widened sidewalks, active ground-level elements, and landscaping/trees along Hamilton Avenue and Waverley Street consistent with the Hamilton Avenue District goals. Until the future housing is developed, the inclusion of a temporary public plaza east of the garage further contributes to downtown’s public realm, aligning with the City’s vision for an accessible, vibrant, and well-designed urban environment. Downtown Urban Design Guidelines, page 52 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 15     Item No. 2. Page 9 of 14 with architectural paving, landscaped planters, and upgraded lighting. As the City Council has not yet determined whether the garage will operate as a paid facility, the design includes space to accommodate potential future gate infrastructure at the garage entry and exit. If a gate is provided, the EIR requires implementation of mitigation to prepare a queuing analysis to ensure that queuing onto Hamilton Avenue does not occur. Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 16     Item No. 2. Page 10 of 14 Proposed Access &Circulation, Sheet 2.1 Renderings from the Plan Set on Sheet 3.15 Attachment E Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 17     Item No. 2. Page 11 of 14 Downtown Parking The Downtown Parking Assessment District in Palo Alto is a designated area that funds and manages downtown parking facilities through assessments on businesses and properties. Businesses within this district can purchase permits for employees for various City-owned garages and lots, and the district also oversees public parking options like street parking, color- coded zones, and paid garages for all visitors. Similarly, the Downtown Palo Alto Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) program provides residents with a permit to park on the street for longer durations. Consistency with feedback received from ARB At its December 4, 2025, study session, the ARB provided preliminary feedback on the proposed project, identifying key areas for further refinement. Since that time, the project has been revised in response to the Board’s comments. The following table summarizes how the current proposal addresses the ARB’s direction. ARB Comment Applicant Response Reconsider overall height (six stories) and reduce perceived massing Reducing the overall height of the building would negatively impact total stall counts and overall efficiency. The Council concluded that a basement level is neither cost effective nor a viable option. Therefore, the project is proposed as a six-story building. As noted below, some modifications were made to address perceived massing Ma s s i n g & h e i g h t Refine massing to break down bulk and improve proportions Hamilton Ave Option 2 and Waverley Street Option 3 were favored by the ARB for their proportions and design features. Accordingly, this scheme has been developed to incorporate openings in concrete walls, perforated translucent metal scrims, open horizontal louvers, and vertical fins. Improve Waverley Street façade to avoid blank/secondary appearance; design as a long-term condition The Waverley Street façade includes an opening on the right side to avoid a blank appearance. Planters in the plaza have been expanded to incorporate seating and additional plant material, while festoon lighting enhances and activates the outdoor space. Ensure cohesive design between Hamilton and Waverley façades The project design features a perforated screen that wraps the Hamilton and Waverley corner, unifying the two frontages. Both façades use the same colored concrete material to maintain visual cohesion. Fa ç a d e I m p r o v e m e n t s Refine overall façade design by simplifying heavy/unnecessary elements The updated design reduces the length of the canopy along Hamilton Avenue, decreases the extent of the concrete wall along Waverley Avenue, and simplifies the forms of the perforated metal screens. Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 18     Item No. 2. Page 12 of 14 ARB Comment Applicant Response Demonstrate clear integration with future affordable housing (“day two condition”) Since the affordable housing project is a future development with no defined timeline, the City prefers to avoid integrating garage and residential circulation or functions. The two uses will be separate structures. Fu t u r e H o u s i n g Ensure design will not be compromised by future housing construction The plan set includes drawings that show how future housing can be set back from the Hamilton Avenue staircase. The drawings show the future housing will not block the garage circulation or the perforated metal screen on the garage. Redesign public plaza to function as a permanent, usable space The public plaza has been redesigned to incorporate elements such as brick paving, ornamental planting, and string lighting. It will function as a small park until the affordable housing project is realized. Increase landscaping in plaza (especially in-ground trees); Use landscaping to soften the garage structure Landscaping elements, including low ornamental planting, have been added to the plaza to soften the appearance of the garage structure. Pl a z a D e s i g n Improve plaza materials for durability and long-term use; introducing seating opportunities Materials in the plaza have been updated to be more durable such as linear concrete benches and brick paving. Strengthen pedestrian connections and wayfinding Openings in the garage along Hamilton Avenue provide direct access to the sidewalk. At the sidewalk there are seats integrated into the design. See sheet 1.7 for Pedestrian Circulation Paths through site. Improve relationship to adjacent uses and alley conditions A privacy fence has been included to conceal the utility and trash areas of the adjacent commercial property. The location of the trash room gates has moved based on comments from Palo Alto Zero Waste. Ci r c u l a t i o n Evaluate traffic impacts, queueing, and safety The EIR and updated addendum evaluated traffic impacts, queueing and safety and concluded that the project did not result in a significant impact. The garage is designed without gate arms and access control so entry into the garage would not be hindered. Any future access control system would be assessed in relation to queueing times before installation as required per the mitigation measures set forth in the adopted EIR. It is understood that the section of Hamiliton adjacent to the garage is to be modified with the removal of the mail drop area. Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 19     Item No. 2. Page 13 of 14 Consistency with AR Application Findings FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 17 the property owner at 558-560 Waverley Street provided verbal comments regarding concerns about trash pickup and storage limitations created by the new parking garage. Trash collection would occur along Lane 21, with service vehicles entering from Waverley Street and exiting onto Bryant Street through a one- way circulation pattern. The project also proposes a new trash enclosure to accommodate trash and recycling service for the adjacent property on Waverley Street (Lot 85), as well as waste generated from the project’s publicly accessible plaza area. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW 17 ARB, December 4, 2025, SR#2510-5376: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/api/compilemeetingattachmenthistory/historyattachment/?historyId=9d41b 2cc-0eea-4832-9af0-5c2ae5671546 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 20     Item No. 2. Page 14 of 14 continue to apply. Accordingly, preparation of a subsequent or supplemental EIR is not required, and an Addendum to the previously certified EIR has been prepared in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15164. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS ATTACHMENTS Report Author & Contact Information ARB19 Liaison & Contact Information 19 Emails can be sent directly to the ARB using the following address: arb@paloalto.gov Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 21     STREET BRYANT STREET HAMILTON A V ENUE GILMAN STREET WAV ERL E Y STR E BRYANT STREET FOREST AVENUE RAM ONA S ET VERLEY STREET UNIVERSITY AVENUE UNIVERS WAVERLEY STREET HAMILTON A LANE 20 EAST LAN LANE 21 CENTENNIAL WALK 101 209 204 206 208 207 205 202 201301 2A5A4A3A 2B3B4B5B 2C3C4C5 Lanning Chateau Chase Bank Post Of f i ce 94301 CPA_Dev Ctr Old Pro Hamilton_ B uilding Nola All Saints_Episcopal Church 365 Bldg C 675 Bldg A Bl 285 300 459 467 540 707 431 345 52 540 310 380 456 533 -539 530-536518-526 31-324 326-338 7-323 335-339 416- 424 352- 364 650 555 315- 325541- 549 535- 539 425 415-419 384-396 436- 452 433- 439 426 558 628 636 340 560 380 646 640 650 643 642 325 664 635 375 345 275 250 661 461 353 355 367 379 375 436 267581555 541 545 300 43 441439 423 405403 383 382 376 370 374 510 526 550 552 432428 400 530 425 555 453 375 Bldg C 654 502 585 443 F 87285 PC-39 PC-4195 3 PF City Hall & PAPD PF R PF CD-C This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. Legend 0'92' ATTACHMENT A Location Map 375 Hamilton Ave CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto kpaulau, 2025-11-10 11:55:46 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) Project Location Zoning District Item 2 Attachment A - Location Map     Packet Pg. 22     Page 1 ATTACHMENT B DRAFT RLUA NO. ____-2026 RECORD OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALO ALTO LAND USE ACTION FOR 375 HAMILTON AVENUE: MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW [FILE NO. 26PLN-00050] On __________, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing and, after considering all of the evidence presented, approved the Major Architectural Application to allow construction of a new six-story parking garage with a total of 266 parking spaces on the existing surface-level parking Lot D, making the following findings, determination, and declarations: SECTION 1. Background. The City Council of the City of Palo Alto (“City Council”) finds, determines, and declares as follows: A. On April 14, 2025, City Council reviewed garage design options and choose Option 1a Waverley Residential as their preferred option that included a six-level above-ground parking structure with 274 parking stalls and reserved area for a future affordable housing component, to be used presently as a public plaza. B. On December 4, 2025, the Architectural Review Board (ARB) conducted a study session to review preliminary design concepts, including three façade options based on Council’s selected scheme. C. On March 10, 2026, Watry Design Inc., on behalf of city of Palo Alto Public Works Engineering, applied for a Major Architectural Review application to allow construction of a new six- story parking garage with a total of 266 parking spaces on the existing surface-level parking Lot D located at 375 Hamilton Avenue (120-15-086). (“The Project”). D. On June 4, 2026 the ARB the project design. After hearing testimony, the ARB recommended __________of the project subject to the findings in section 3 and conditions of approval in section 4. E. On ____________, the City Council reviewed the project design. After hearing public testimony, the Council voted to ___________the project subject to the conditions set forth in Section 4 of this Record of Land Use Action. SECTION 2. Environmental Review. In conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Addendum to the previously certified EIR (Council Resolution No. 9818, February 11, 2019) has been prepared in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15164. SECTION 3. Architectural Review Findings. The design and architecture of the proposed improvements, as conditioned, complies with the Architectural Review Findings as required per PAMC Section 18.76.020. Finding 1: The design is consistent with applicable provisions of the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan, Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 23     Page 2 Zoning Code, coordinated area plans (including compatibility requirements), and any relevant design guides. The project is consistent with Finding #1 because: The site’s Regional/Community Commercial designation in the Comprehensive Plan supports public- serving and mixed-use development in the Downtown area. The project replaces an existing surface parking lot with a more efficient use that increases parking supply, supports mobility and economic vitality goals, and incorporates provisions for future affordable housing consistent with Housing Element Program 1.4. The site is zoned Public Facilities (PF), where public parking and City-sponsored housing are permitted uses. While the project exceeds certain development standards, it qualifies for a Development Standards Exception pursuant to PAMC Section 18.28.060(e), as analyzed in Staff Report (#2601-5814). Staff has determined that the proposed project is in compliance with the applicable Public Facilities (PF) Development Standards per Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Section 18.28.050. The project is also consistent with the Downtown Urban Design Guidelines for the Hamilton Avenue District by enhancing the pedestrian environment through widened sidewalks, landscaping, and improved connections and façade articulation. Accordingly, the project meets Finding 1. The project is consistent with Finding #2 because: This finding can be made in affirmative, as the proposed project creates a functional environment for community users by incorporating clear vehicular circulation, defined pedestrian pathways, a paseo connection, and a publicly accessible plaza with ground-level improvements such as widened sidewalks and new street trees and landscaping to support a pedestrian-friendly environment. Context-based design criteria do not apply in the Public Facilities (PF) zone, however the project responds to its urban context through modulation of massing and incorporation of pedestrian-scale elements, providing a reasonable transition to adjacent development. The site is not adjacent to residential uses, minimizing impacts on residential uses, and the design respects nearby historic resources through materials and architectural treatments that reflect the established downtown character. Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 24     Page 3 compatible with and enhance the surrounding area. The project is consistent with Finding #3 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the proposed project demonstrates a high level of aesthetic quality through the use of durable and high quality materials. The design incorporates a combination of metal screening, concrete finishes, and architectural detailing that work together to create a visually unified architecture while screening parking areas. The façades are articulated with variations in texture, depth, and pattern to reduce perceived massing and provide visual interest at both the pedestrian and building scale. Ground-level elements, including landscaping, paving, and pedestrian-oriented features, further reinforce the project’s visual quality and integration with the public realm. The project is consistent with Finding #4 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the project’s design supports functional, safe, and efficient circulation for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles. Vehicular ingress and egress are clearly organized via the Hamilton Avenue entry/exit and separated from pedestrian and bicycle access for ease and safety. Pedestrian circulation is enhanced through widened sidewalks, a paseo connection through the site, and a publicly accessible plaza. Electrical and trash rooms are strategically located along the rear one-way service access, Lane 21, to efficiently serve the building and adjacent commercial properties. The project is consistent with Finding #5 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the project’s landscape design incorporates expanded landscaping along Hamilton Avenue, Waverley Street, and within the proposed public plaza, including new street trees, in-ground planters, and climbing vines along the garage façade to soften the building’s appearance and enhance the pedestrian environment. Plant selections emphasize regional, drought- tolerant species that are well integrated with the building’s architecture. The project is consistent with Finding #6 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the building is designed to accommodate future rooftop photovoltaic panels, promoting renewable energy use. Landscaping incorporates drought-tolerant, low- maintenance plantings to conserve water and provide ecological benefits. Site planning maximizes efficient land use by replacing surface parking with a compact, multi-level structure, reducing impervious Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 25     Page 4 surfaces. High-quality, durable materials are selected to minimize maintenance and extend building lifespan. Together, these measures demonstrate a thoughtful approach to achieving sustainability. PLANNING DIVISION Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 26     Page 5 9. PROJECT EXPIRATION. The project approval shall be valid for a period of two years from the original date of approval. Application for a one-year extension of this entitlement may be made prior to expiration. 10. FINAL INSPECTION. A Planning Division Final inspection will be required to determine substantial compliance with the approved plans prior to the scheduling of a Building Division final. Any revisions during the building process must be approved by Planning. Contact your Project Planner, Kristina Dobkevicius at Kristina.Dobkevicius@PaloAlto.gov to schedule this inspection. PCE BUILDING INSPECTION 11. On Sheet 1.7 verify an accessible route to the Public Sidewalks without going behind other vehicles. PWD ENGINEERING 12. PUBLIC WORKS APPLICATIONS, FORMS, AND DOCUMENTS. Applicant shall be advised that most forms, applications, and informational documents related to Public Works Engineering conditions can be found at the following link: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Public-Works/Engineering-Services/Forms-and- Permits 13. STREETWORK PERMIT. The applicant shall obtain a Streetwork Permit from the Department of Public Works for all public improvements. 14. GRADING AND EXCAVATION PERMIT. A Grading Permit is required per PAMC Chapter 16.28. The permit application and all applicable documents (see Section H of application) shall be submitted to Public Works Engineering. Add the following note: “THIS GRADING PERMIT WILL ONLY AUTHORIZE GENERAL GRADING AND INSTALLATION OF THE STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. OTHER BUILDING AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS ARE SHOWN FOR REFERENCE INFORMATION ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO SEPARATE BUILDING PERMIT APPROVAL.” 15. CCTV OF STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. Post construction the applicant may be required to provide CCTV inspection of the City’s storm drain facilities to verify that any lines were not broken, cracked or damaged during construction. The video shall be high resolution and done by professional who is familiar with the process and meticulous. A CCTV inspection video is required for new storm drain connection (s) to verify proper connections were made into the City’s system and that no construction material was left behind. Videos of storm drain system may also be required where construction occurred less than 5-ft from the city’s storm drain system. Videos shall be provided from structure to structure, such as manhole to manhole. Contractor may want to conduct their own inspection in advance of construction to verify the existing pipe integrity. If existing damages are located, they shall be reported to Public Works inspectors prior to the start of construction. If not reported, the contractor may be responsible to restore the pipe segment as determined by Public Works prior to final. 16. ENCROACHMENT PERMIT. Prior to any work in the public right-of-way, the applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit from the Public Works Department for any work that encroaches onto the City right-of-way. Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 27     Page 6 17. LOGISTICS PLAN. A construction logistics plan shall be provided addressing all impacts to the public including, at a minimum: work hours, noticing of affected businesses, bus stop relocations, construction signage, dust control, noise control, storm water pollution prevention, job trailer, contractors’ parking, truck routes, staging, concrete pours, crane lifts, scaffolding, materials storage, pedestrian safety, and traffic control. All truck routes shall conform to the City of Palo Alto’s Trucks and Truck Route Ordinance, Chapter 10.48, and the route map. NOTE: Some items/tasks on the logistics plan may require an encroachment permit. 18. STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION. All improvement plan sets shall include the “Pollution Prevention – It’s Part of the Plan” sheet. 19. C.3 THIRD-PARTY CERTIFICATION. Applicant shall provide certification from a qualified third-party reviewer that the proposed permanent storm water pollution prevention measures comply with the requirements of Provision C.3 and Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 16.11. 20. Submit the following: a. Provide a stamped and signed C.3 data form (April 2024 version) from SCVURPPP. https://scvurppp.org/2024/09/19/provision-c-3-data-form-2024/ b. Final stamped and signed letter confirming which documents were reviewed and that the project complies with Provision C.3 and PAMC 16.11. 21. C.3 STORMWATER MAINTENANCE. A document shall be filed with the City that ensures the ongoing maintenance of onsite and offsite stormwater treatment facilities. 22. C.3 FINAL THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATION PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY. Within 45 days of the installation of the required storm water treatment measures and prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for the building, the third-party reviewer shall submit to the City a certification verifying that all the permanent storm water pollution prevention measures were installed in accordance with the approved plans. UTL ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 23. Existing high voltage utility line must be rerouted along Waverley. Coordinate with utilities engineering. 24. 50' x 13' easement is required to fit all electric equipment. 25. There must be adequate space for 2 transformers and 1 switch. A transformer requires a 13'x13' pad with 3' clear space on 3 sides and 8' clear space in front. A switch requires a 12' x 10' pad with the same clearances. FIRE 26. Mechanical smoke removal system is required if the Building Department determines mechanical ventilation will be needed for this project. PCE TRANSPORTATION Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 28     Page 7 27. Bus stop will require temporary relocation and coordination with VTA. The contact information is bus.stop@vta.org. PWD ZERO WASTE PUBLIC ART Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 29     Page 8 design team. Funding for detailed design, fabrication, delivery and installation will be derived from the Art in Public Spaces CIP as outlined in Municipal Code 2.26.070. URBAN FORESTRY 35. TREE PROTECTION VERIFICATION INSPECTION REQUIRED. Prior to any site work, contractor must call Uriel Hernandez at 650-329-2450 to schedule an inspection of any required protective fencing. The fencing shall contain required warning sign and remain in place until final inspection of the project. 36. NO NET LOSS OF CANOPY: To comply with the city’s no net loss of canopy policy (Urban Forest Master Plan: Goals 6.A, 6.B & 6.C & Comprehensive Plan Natural Environment Chapter: Goal N-2 and others) all trees 4” DBH and larger are subject to replacement to avoid a loss of canopy at the neighborhood level. Replacement ratios are determined by table 3-1 in the Tree Technical Manual (Section 3.20.C). New landscape tree plantings (24” box or larger) count towards the replacement total. Screening trees may also count toward the total depending on size and species selected. If unable to plant the required number of trees on site (our preferred solution) there is the option to pay in-lieu fees of $650 per each 24” box tree into the forestry fund. 37. The final Plans submitted for building permit shall include the T1 Sheet and all additional TSheets regarding tree protection and mitigation. UTL WGW ENGINEERING 35 Conditions Forthcoming. PWD WATERSHED PROTECTION 36 Update the Stormwater Treatment Summary Table with the city approved version. City approved table sent to applicant contact. 37 The trees are not part of stormwater treatment from my understanding so do not need to be highlighted. Is this correct? 38 Sword Fern is not an approved plant species in the SCVURPPP C.3 plants list in Appendix D. Please update to an approved plant. SECTION 6. Term of Approval. Major Architectural Review Approval. The project approval shall be valid for a period of two years from the original date of approval. In the event a building permit(s), if applicable, is not secured for the project within the time limit specified above, the approval shall expire and be of no further force or effect. Application for extension of this entitlement may be made prior to the one year expiration. INTRODUCAND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 30     Page 9 ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: _________________________ ____________________________ City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 2 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action     Packet Pg. 31     Page 1 of 2 2 6 3 9 ATTACHMENT C 375 Hamiton Ave, 26PLN-00050 Table 1: COMPARISON WITH CHAPTER 18.28 (PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT) Regulation Required Existing Proposed Minimum Site Area, width and depth None 29,164 square feet 29,164 square feet PF Setbacks - The minimum front, side, and rear yards in the PF public facilities district shall be equal to the respective front, side, and rear yards required in the most restrictive abutting district; provided, that no yard adjoining a street shall be less than 20 feet and that no interior yard shall be less than 10 feet. See Section 18.28.060(e) for exceptions to these development standards.. Per PAMC Section 18.28.060 (e) Development Standards Exceptions: The city council may in its discretion modify the development standards in Table 2 of Section 18.28.050 and setback lines established by a special setback map under Chapter 20.08 of Title 20, to achieve community objectives for the following facilities: (1) Parking facilities, including appurtenant structures, within the Downtown and the California Avenue business district, where the parking facility is the principal use and is owned or leased, and operated or used, by the City of Palo Alto. "California Avenue business district" means that area bounded by the following streets in the City of Palo Alto: Grant Avenue to the south, El Camino Real to the west, College Avenue to the north, and Park Boulevard to the east. Minimum Front Yard (Waverley St) (2) 20 feet(2)NA 46 feet, complies per PAMC 18.28.060(e) Rear Yard (next to ATT building)10 feet(2)NA 1 foot 10 inches, complies per PAMC 18.28.060(e) Interior Side Yard (at CVS and backing Waverley addressed lots) 10 feet(2)NA 16 and 13 feet, complies per PAMC 18.28.060(e) Special Setback 7 feet on Hamilton Ave(2) NA 2 feet, complies per PAMC 18.28.060(e) Minimum yard for lot lines abutting or opposite residential districts or residential PC districts 10 feet(2)NA (not abutting 510 Waverley, CD-C(GF(P) may have residential use on upper floor) NA, complies Maximum Site Coverage 30%(3) Except that for parking facilities the maximum site coverage shall be equal to the site coverage established by the most restrictive adjacent district (CD-C has “not applicable) or 18.28.060(e) NA 23,809SF (81.64 %), complies per PAMC 18.28.060(e) Item 2 Attachment C - Zoning Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 32     Page 2 of 2 2 6 3 9 Maximum Total Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 1:1(3) For parking facilities the maximum floor area ratio shall be equal to the floor area ratio established by the most restrictive adjacent district (CD-C allows 1.0:1 FAR – 100% floor area) or 18.28.060(e) NA 117,168 SF (4.01:1), complies per PAMC 18.28.060(e) Max. Building Height 50 ft or 35 ft when located within 150 ft of residentially zoned property NA 68 feet and 6 inches to top of the photo voltaic (PV) roof; 60 feet and 5 inches to the railing; 73 feet to top of elevator, complies per PAMC 18.28.060(e) Daylight Plane At abutting residential property line, taken at 10 feet and angled in at a slope of 1:2 NA NA Employee Showers NA NA NA Notes (2) The minimum front, side, and rear yards in the PF public facilities district shall be equal to the respective front, side, and rear yards required in the most restrictive abutting district; provided, that no yard adjoining a street shall be less than 20 feet and that no interior yard shall be less than 10 feet. See Section 18.28.060(e) for exceptions to these development standards. (3) Provided that, for parking facilities the maximum floor area ratio and site coverage shall be equal to the floor area ratio and site coverage established by the most restrictive adjacent district. See Section 18.28.060(e) for exceptions to these development standards. Table 2: CONFORMANCE WITH CHAPTER 18.52 (Off-Street Parking and Loading) for Public Facilities* Type Required Existing Proposed Vehicle Parking To be determined by Director 86 266 Bicycle Parking To be determined by Director 0 42 long term bicycle spaces Loading Space To be determined by Director 0 Not provided Item 2 Attachment C - Zoning Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 33     watrydesign.com Feb 20th, 2026 City of Palo Alto Department of Planning & Community Environment 250 Hamilton Avenue, 5th floor Palo Alto, CA 94303 Re: 375 Hamilton Avenue, Downtown Parking Garage, ARB Review Project Description To Planning Staff and ARB Members: Attached is the ARB submittal package for 375 Hamilton Avenue, the proposed Downtown Parking Garage. The applicant is Watry Design Group, with Hayes Group Architects, on behalf of our client, the City of Palo Alto. This package includes the site survey, contextual photos, the proposed floor plans, elevations, sections, perspectives, lighting plans, landscape plans, and turning studies. 1. EXISTING CONDITIONS The site is located at the east corner of Hamilton Avenue and Waverley Street. The rear of the site adjoins the ‘Lane 21 alley’. The surrounding vicinity is a mix of downtown retail and office uses. Southwest of the property, at 345 Hamilton, is the four-story AT&T central office. Northeast along Waverley are several one and two-story retail buildings, including historic buildings at 526 and 510 Waverley. Across Hamilton to the Southeast is the historic two-story Post Office. Across Waverley to the Northeast is the All Saints Episcopal Church. This site is more than 150 feet from any residentially zoned properties. The zone district is PF: Public Facility. This district has no setbacks or maximum site coverage requirements. There is a special setback of seven feet along the Hamilton Avenue property line. There are no existing easements on the site. The site area is 29,164 SF. The site is currently a surface-level parking lot. The Arborist Report identifies eight trees on the property, including five protected. The occupants of 526, 550 and 560 Waverley travel across this site to access the backs of their buildings and pick up trash and recycling. 2. 2018 GARAGE PROJECT Between 2017 and 2018 the project team met several times with the Architectural Review Board to review a similar parking garage on this site. That design included five stories plus underground parking, had a retail space at Waverley, and did not dedicate land for future housing. The garage featured similar design elements and materials to our proposed project. The Architectural Review Board unanimously recommended approval of the garage on July 19th, 2018. 3. PROPOSED PROJECT On April 14, 2025, Council directed staff to proceed with preliminary design and environmental review a new parking garage, featuring six levels of above-ground parking with a reserved area to allow for future construction of affordable housing. The proposed garage shall extend to the property line at Hamilton. It will stop 46 feet from the property line at Waverley to leave a large pedestrian plaza, the site of future housing. The garage is set back at the 345 Hamilton property line to separate the two structures. ATTACHMENT D Item 2 Attachment D - Applicant's Project Description     Packet Pg. 34     Project Page 2 of 3 WDI 16-138A February 20, 2026 watrydesign.com At the north property line, shared with 560 Waverley, the edge of the garage shall be ten feet back from the property line. This allows openings for natural ventilation into the parking garage, allows light to reach the existing windows at 560 Waverley, and creates a ‘paseo’ to the central stair and elevator. Behind the Waverley retail buildings, the garage shall be 16 feet from the property line. This allows access to the back sides of the Waverley businesses for egress and services. The parking garage shall be six stories, including parking at the roof level. Part of roof level will be covered with photovoltaic panels. The height of the structure will be 59’-11” (to the top of rail) and 67-6” (to the top of PV structure). The main vehicle entry / exit shall be on Hamilton Avenue near the south corner of the lot. The primary stair and elevator core opening into the paseo shall provide access to all levels. A second stair is also provided at the Hamilton corner. The sides of the parking garage shall be substantially open for natural ventilation. A preliminary ARB hearing was held December 4, 2025. At the hearing three alternatives each for the Hamilton and Waverley facades were introduced for ARB consideration and feedback. There was general agreement that Option 2 or 3 along Hamilton was preferred while along Waverley Option 3 was favored. The feature stair at the corner also was favorably received, however, there was interest in understanding how the future housing project might affect this feature stair. For this formal ARB application, the team has developed Option 2 along Hamilton and Option 3 along Waverley. Additionally, at the hearing we will be reviewing a couple of options for the future massing of the housing project. During the hearing, members expressed opinions regarding the temporary plaza space as appearing too temporary and lacking landscaping. The new plaza design has more plantings, opportunities for seating and hardscape for activities. The landscaping continues down the paseo including climbing vines that drape the paseo and rear alley edges of the garage. New street trees along Hamilton and Waverley are provided to continue the streetscape and sidewalk amenities. Size and species shall be coordinated with Palo Alto Urban Forestry. At the top of the building, a steel lattice of beams and outriggers provides the framework for future photovoltaic panels. The public art artist, Amy Landsberg, chosen by Palo Alto’s public art department, will be proposing a public art piece that integrates with the Hamilton Avenue façade and will first visit the public art commission for presentation and feedback. 4. PARKING & BICYCLE SPACES This project shall include 266 total parking spaces. These include 7 Non-EV accessible spaces and 3 EV accessible spaces. A total of 42 stalls shall be provided with Electric Vehicle chargers. A short term bike storage space shall be entered along the paseo, allowing separation of vehicular and bicycle traffic. This space shall be approximately 415 square feet and has space for about 48 bicycles. Additional short- term bicycle storage can be provided at the sidewalk along Hamilton Avenue. 5. TRASH, COMPOST AND RECYCLING A common refuse storage room shall be at Lane 21. This room shall be approximately 250 square feet. It will also serve 560 Waverley. This refuse storage room will not contain a grease bin. 6. GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS This project shall satisfy requirements for the Palo Alto Energy Reach Code, New Construction, as well as requirements for the Palo Alto CalGreen and EnergyStar Ordinance, New Construction and Addition Projects greater than 10,000 square feet. Item 2 Attachment D - Applicant's Project Description     Packet Pg. 35     Project Page 3 of 3 WDI 16-138A February 20, 2026 watrydesign.com We look forward to staff review and an Architectural Review Board hearing so that we can proceed with the development of this project. Please call us at (650) 365-0600x115 if you have any questions. Sincerely, Gordon Knowles Principal Watry Design Inc. Ken Hayes Principal Hayes Group Architects Item 2 Attachment D - Applicant's Project Description     Packet Pg. 36     ATTACHMENT E Project Plans In order to reduce paper consumption, a limited number of hard copy project plans are provided to Architectural Review Board members for their review. The same plans are available to the public, at all hours of the day, via the following online resources. Directions to review project plans and environmental document online: 1. Go to: paloalto.gov/PermitView 2. Search for “375 Hamilton Ave” and open the record by clicking on the blue dot 3. Review the record details on the left side and open the “more details” option 4. Use the “Records Info” drop down menu and select “Attachments” 5. You will find links to the project plans, environmental documents, and other important information Direct Link to Project Webpage: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Current- Planning/Projects/375-Hamilton-Ave Item 2 Attachment E - Project Plans and EIR Addendum     Packet Pg. 37     Item No. 3. Page 1 of 11 Architectural Review Board Staff Report From: Planning and Development Services Director Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 4, 2026 Report #: 2603-6125 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI-JUDICIAL. 762 San Antonio Road [24PLN-00120]: Request for Recommendation on a Major Architectural Review Application to Demolish Three Existing Commercial Buildings and Construct an Eight-Story Multi-Family Residential Building Containing 228 Rental Apartments. Thirteen (13) Percent of the Units (30 Units) Would be Deed Restricted to Serve Lower Income Households. The Project is Proposed in Accordance with California Government Code Section 65589.5(d)(5) “Builders Remedy". A Senate Bill 330 Pre-Application was Filed January 9, 2024. CEQA Status: An Addendum to the Previously Certified Environmental Impact Report for the Housing Incentive Program Expansion and 788 San Antonio Mixed Use Project (SCH # 2019090070) has Been Prepared. Zoning District: CS (AD); Service Commercial (Automobile Dealership). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Architectural Review Board (ARB) take the following action: 1. Consider the addendum to the previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH#2019090070); and 2. Recommend approval of the Major Architectural Review application based on findings and subject to conditions of approval in the Record of Land Use Action (RLUA) in Attachment B. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The applicant proposes a Major Architectural Review application for the demolition of three existing commercial buildings and construction of an eight-story, 228-unit multifamily residential development at 762 San Antonio Road. The project includes 30 units (13%) deed- restricted below market rate (BMR) to low income. The applicant submitted a compliant Senate Bill (SB) 330 pre-application (24PLN-00011) on January 9, 2024. Accordingly, the project has been evaluated based on the development standards in effect at that time. The project is also proposed pursuant to California Government Code Section 65589.5(d)(5) (commonly referred Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 38     Item No. 3. Page 2 of 11 to as the Builder’s Remedy)1 and qualifies for additional protections under Assembly Bill (AB) 1893 as a “Builder’s Remedy” project. The proposal includes requested density bonus incentives, concessions, and waivers consistent with State law (Attachment E). BACKGROUND Architectural Review – Major (AR): The process for evaluating this type of application is set forth in Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) 18.77.070. Major AR applications are reviewed by the ARB and recommendations are forwarded to the Planning & Development Services Director for action within five business days of the Board’s recommendation. Action by the Director is appealable to the City Council if filed within 14 days of the decision. AR projects are evaluated against specific findings. All findings must be made in the affirmative to approve the project. Failure to make any one finding 1 AB-1893 Housing Accountability Act: housing disapprovals: required local findings: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB1893 Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 39     Item No. 3. Page 3 of 11 requires project redesign or denial. The findings to approve an AR application are provided in Attachment B. The City’s purview of the formal application is also limited by the following State laws: Housing Accountability Act (Government Code §65589.5): The project qualifies as a “housing development project,” including housing for very low-, low-, or moderate- income households under the Housing Accountability Act. Pursuant to Government Code Section 65589.5, the City may not deny or impose conditions of approval that would render the project infeasible unless it makes specific written findings, including a finding of a specific, adverse impact to public health or safety that cannot be mitigated. Builder’s Remedy (Government Code §65589.5(d)(5) and AB 1893): The project is proposed as a Builder’s Remedy project and is therefore subject to streamlined application of objective standards. The City’s review is limited to objective zoning, design, and development standards that are applicable to residential development of the proposed density. The project may not be conditioned or reduced in a manner that would preclude development consistent with applicable State law protections. Project Information Owner:Globe Investments, LLC and Acclaim Companies Architect:Studio T-SQ., Inc. Representative:Gary Johnson, Acclaim Properties Legal Counsel:Holland and Knight Property Information Address:762 San Antonio Road (147-05-102 and 147-05-012) Neighborhood:San Antonio HIP area Lot Dimensions & Area:147-05-102: Approximately 220 feet wide, 211 feet deep, 43,558 square feet 147-05-012: Approximately 107 feet wide, 4010 feet deep, 43,652 square feet 87,120 square feet (two acres) total Housing Inventory Site:Yes, 56 units (147-05-102 capacity is 29; 147-05-012 capacity is 27) Located w/in a Plume:No Protected/Heritage Trees:Yes, street trees Historic Resource(s):None Existing Improvement(s):Truck rental facility including three small buildings, total of 8,628 square feet Existing Land Use(s):Truck rental Adjacent Land Uses & Zoning: North: Auto Service Center (CS) West: Multi-Family Residential (PC-2711) Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 40     Item No. 3. Page 4 of 11 East: Office (City of Mountain View) South: Office, Hotel (CS) and Office (City of Mountain View) Aerial View of Property: Source: Google Satellite Maps Land Use Designation & Applicable Plans Comp. Plan Designation:Service Commercial (CS) Zoning Designation:Service Commercial with Automobile Dealership (CS) (AD) Yes Yes Yes Baylands Master Plan/Guidelines (2008/2005) El Camino Real Guidelines (1976) Housing Development Project Downtown Urban Design Guidelines (1993) South El Camino Real Guidelines (2002) Utilizes Chapter 18.24 - Objective Standards Individual Review Guidelines (2005) Within 150 feet of Residential Use or District Context-Based Design Criteria applicable SOFA Phase 1 (2000)Within Airport Influence Area SOFA Phase 2 (2003) Prior City Reviews & Action City Council:None PTC:None HRB:None Sa n An t o n i o Rd Leghorn St Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 41     Item No. 3. Page 5 of 11 ARB:On August 7, 2025, ARB conducted a hearing, provided feedback and continued to a date uncertain; staff report3 and meeting minutes4 available here. On August 7, 2025, the ARB provided preliminary design feedback focused on reducing perceived massing, improving architectural articulation, enhancing ground-floor activation, strengthening landscape and open space design, and improving circulation and rooftop usability. The previous ARB staff report provides additional background information on the site and surrounding area. Since the preliminary hearing the applicant revised the project to increase the unit count from 178 to 228 units,5 adding one story (from seven to eight stories). The revised project has also been redesigned to reflect refinements to massing, façade articulation, and open space design, in response to the ARB’s comments as detailed in the table below. ARB Comment Applicant Response Ma s s i n g , H e i g h t , an d S t e p - b a c k s Requested refinement of building mass by reducing perceived height and bulk and strengthening upper- level step-backs and articulation to better break down the scale of the structure Upper-level step backs were incorporated at the West and North side elevations to relieve the height and bulk. An additional vertical break was added to the San Antonio Road facade to further break down the massing. Ar c h i t e c t u r a l De s i g n a n d Ma t e r i a l i t y Recommended simplifying and rationalizing the exterior material and color palette while improving overall architectural cohesion, façade clarity, and detailing, particularly at corners and pedestrian-level elements Per the ARB's recommendation, the material palette has been simplified with reduced color selection. Enhanced material such as stone-textured tile and rich-colored panels are used at the pedestrian level. La n d s c a p i n g a n d O p e n Sp a c e Encouraged enhancements to landscape design, including increasing usable rooftop open space, improving the quality and appropriateness of the dog run surface, and strengthening overall tree canopy and site landscaping Exterior useable open space has been added on level 8 and includes tables and chairs for residents to enjoy. The dog run surface will be artificial turf, specifically designed for pet areas. Tree canopy and landscaping has been incorporated in all areas where it does not conflict with accessible travel paths and fire access. 3 August 7, 2025 ARB Staff report: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/meetings/ItemWithTemplateType?id=8368&meetingTemplateType=2&compiledMeeting DocumentId=15247 4 August 7, 2025 ARB meeting minutes: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=16790&compileOutputType=1 5 Although this change exceeds a 20% increase in density from the preliminary application, a “builder’s remedy project” under AB 1893 is permitted to exceed the 20% threshold set forth in Government Code section 65941.1(c). Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 42     Item No. 3. Page 6 of 11 ARB Comment Applicant Response Ci r c u l a t i o n , Ac c e s s , a n d Fu n c t i o n a l i t y Requested improved internal circulation and wayfinding, including better coordination of stairs, elevators, and lobbies, as well as more efficient service, delivery, and garage access arrangements The plans have been revised per the ARB's recommendation to locate the main elevator lobby to a more central location for improved circulation. Delivery parking and passenger drop-off parking are added in the garage near the main lobby. Gr o u n d - L e v e l D e s i g n an d P u b l i c I n t e r f a c e Emphasized improving the pedestrian experience by enhancing street-facing activation, landscaping, transparency, and the overall quality of the ground- floor and lobby interfaces Ground level plan has been revised to provide double-height transparent storefront for 78% of the San Antonio Road facade to enhance the pedestrian experience. Lobby Lounge, leasing, and co-working amenities provide continuous glass line along the street frontage. Up p e r - L e v e l a n d Ro o f D e s i g n Recommended further activation and refinement of upper-level and roof areas, including increasing usability, improving landscaping, and reducing visual massing impacts through design adjustments Further activation of upper-level open space has been provided by the addition of a roof deck at level 8 with outdoor furniture for residents to enjoy. Re a r F a ç a d e a n d Ov e r a l l S i t e De s i g n Requested additional refinement of the rear façade and secondary elevations to ensure consistent architectural quality and improved integration of building services and site organization Material color palette was simplified by consolidating gray tones and wrapping corners more consistently. ANALYSIS The applicant requests multiple waivers from objective development standards related to building articulation, façade activation, open space provisions, pedestrian access dimensions, and setback requirements (Attachment D) that would preclude development at the proposed density. Pursuant to Government Code Section 65589.5 and applicable State Density Bonus Law, the project is not subject to local density limitations due to its Builder’s Remedy status, and waivers from objective standards must be granted unless the City can make findings supported by substantial evidence that the standards do not physically preclude development of the project at the proposed density or that denial is necessary to protect public health and safety. Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 43     Item No. 3. Page 7 of 11 Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, Area Plans, and Guidelines9 The Comprehensive Plan land use designation for the project site is Service Commercial, which states: "Consistent with the Comprehensive Plan's encouragement of housing near transit centers, higher density multi-family housing may be allowed in specific locations.” Although the project is not located near a transit center, other relevant goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan encourage high density housing growth along this corridor. Further, both sites are identified as Housing Inventory Sites under the adopted Housing Element. Therefore, the proposed land use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan designation. A detailed review of the project’s consistency with relevant goals and policies set forth in the Comprehensive Plan is provided in Attachment B. However, staff notes that the proposed application was filed in accordance with the Builder’s Remedy provision in the Housing Accountability Act. This provision applies to jurisdictions where a compliant Housing Element has not been adopted by the jurisdiction and certified by the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Although the City has an adopted and certified Housing Element as of August 2024, the compliant SB 330 pre-application was filed on January 9, 2024, and therefore froze development standards in effect at the time of submittal. Therefore, a project cannot be denied for inconsistency with the Comprehensive Plan. Housing Element Both parcels are designated Housing Inventory Sites with an anticipated capacity of approximately 56 units under the Housing Element. The proposed 228-unit development exceeds estimated capacity by including thirty (30) units (13%) designated to be provided at below-market rate (BMR) at a rate affordable to low-income tenants (80% of Area Median Income (AMI) or below). Under the Comprehensive Plan, the maximum allowable base density for the site is 40 (APN 147-05-102) and 41 (APN 147-05-012) dwelling units per acre (du/ac), or approximately 81 units on the subject property (combined). However, the maximum density for Builder's Remedy projects under AB 1893 is three times the zoning maximum, which would be 120 du/ac. An additional 35 du/ac would also apply because the project site is in a highest resource census tract (Gov. Code § 65589.5(h)(11)(C)). Together, these provisions establish a maximum allowable density of 155 du/ac. The proposed project density of approximately 114 du/ac is therefore consistent with State law. San Antonio Road Area Plan The City initiated the San Antonio Road Area Plan in March 2025, with completion anticipated in 2028.10 The plan covers approximately 275 acres along the Palo Alto–Mountain View border and seeks to guide long-term transformation of the corridor into mixed-use neighborhoods with improved access to transit, employment, community services, and recreation. The planning effort includes evaluation of land use changes, housing capacity, and multimodal mobility improvements, including connections to the San Antonio Caltrain station and nearby 9 The Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan is available online: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Planning-Development- Services/Housing-Policies-Projects/2030-Comprehensive-Plan 10 San Antonio Road Area Plan: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Housing-Policies- Projects/San-Antonio-Road-Area-Plan Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 44     Item No. 3. Page 8 of 11 destinations such as the Cubberley Community Center and Baylands Nature Preserve. Because the Area Plan is in progress, existing San Antonio Road special setback standards are intended to remain in place to preserve flexibility for future street, streetscape, and mobility configurations prior to plan adoption by the City Council. 13 Comparison to PAMC 18.14.020 El Camino Real (ECR) Focus Area Standards PAMC 18.14.020 Table 3: The project provides a six-foot step-back where 10-foot step-back on El Camino Real (the major street frontage) is required. PAMC 18.14.020 Table 3: Note (4) b: On the Leghorn Street frontage, 83% of the frontage is dedicated to garage openings, loading entries, and utility access, where no more than 50% is allowed. Comparison to PAMC 18.24 Contextual Design Criteria and Objective Design Standards PAMC 18.24.020(b)(1)(C): Pedestrian walkways that are designed to provide access to bicycles shall have a minimum width of eight feet, with two feet of clear space on either 13 The Palo Alto Zoning Code is available online: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/paloalto/latest/overview Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 45     Item No. 3. Page 9 of 11 side. The entry to the bike room south of the main entrance is eight feet wide but provides only 2 feet of landscaping on one side for a total width of 10 feet, where 12 feet with 2 feet of landscaping on each side is required. Waiver is also needed for bike room access from Leghorn, where proposed bike room access is 5'-0" wide; •PAMC 18.24.050(b)(1)(B): On the side and rear elevations, the step back shall occur for a minimum of 70% of each façade length and shall occur between 33 and 37 feet in height when adjacent to one-story buildings. By contrast for the Project, the North elevation provides a 44.8% step-back; the South elevation provides a 35.5% step-back; •PAMC 18.24.050(b)(1)(A) and (B): On the Leghorn side, the required upper floor step back extends 45% of the frontage where 70% is required. (Note: for both of these, the plans dimension all the way across the building façade, however we understand the City proposed to count only the portion adjacent to each individual frontage, so that the portions of the building “behind” the 780 San Antonio parcel do not count); •PAMC 18.24.060(c)(6)(A) and (B): On the Leghorn Street frontage, the Project does not provide 14 foot floor-to-floor and 50% transparency. If the Project had to provide 50% transparency storefront space on the ground level with 14 feet double-height, the design would reduce the building area by approximately 480 SF (assuming a 20' deep active space); •PAMC 18.24.060(c)(7)(B): On the Leghorn Street frontage, the above grade parking is not lined with commercial or habitable uses with a minimum depth of 20 feet; •PAMC 18.24.080(b)(2)(F): The fourth-floor common open space is 15% landscaped, and the eighth-floor common open space contains no planting, where a minimum of 20% is required; Multi-Modal Access & Parking Valley Transit Authority (VTA) bus line 21 and ACE transit orange line are the nearest bus lines to the project site. The San Antonio Road Caltrain Station is located approximately 1.1 miles from the project site. Although there are no separate bicycle lanes on San Antonio Road that exist currently, multi-modal improvements are anticipated as part of the San Antonio Road Area Plan within the right-of-way or 24-foot special setback area on San Antonio Road. The project includes three levels of above-grade parking totaling 284 spaces. The ground level garage (104 spaces, including 7 tandem) is accessed from San Antonio Road. The upper two parking levels (173 spaces, including 24 tandem) are internally connected and accessed from Leghorn Street via a separate entrance/exit. Under applicable ECR Focus Area standards per PAMC Chapter 18.14, one space per unit is required (228 spaces). Per Density Bonus Laws required number of parking spaces is 273. The project therefore exceeds the required vehicle parking requirement. Bicycle parking is provided in two ground-floor bike rooms with access from both street frontages, the lobby, and the garage. The project includes 228 long-term bicycle parking spaces where 228 are required and 24 short-term bicycle spaces where 23 are required. Short-term bicycle parking is located near building entrances. Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 46     Item No. 3. Page 10 of 11 Public Art FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 47     Item No. 3. Page 11 of 11 As of the writing of this report the City of Palo Alto has not received any public projects related to the proposed project. 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Legend Highlighted Features 0'70' Attachment A Location Map 762 San Antonio CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ekallas, 2024-10-01 21:29:14 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Personal\Planning.mdb) Item 3 Attachment A - Location Map     Packet Pg. 49     Page 1 ATTACHMENT B DRAFT RLUA NO. ____-2026 RECORD OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALO ALTO LAND USE ACTION FOR 375 HAMILTON AVENUE: MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW [FILE NO. 26PLN-00050] On __________, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing and, after considering all of the evidence presented, approved the Major Architectural Application to allow construction of a new six-story parking garage with a total of 266 parking spaces on the existing surface-level parking Lot D, making the following findings, determination, and declarations: SECTION 1. Background. The City Council of the City of Palo Alto (“City Council”) finds, determines, and declares as follows: A. On April 14, 2025, City Council reviewed garage design options and choose Option 1a Waverley Residential as their preferred option that included a six-level above-ground parking structure with 274 parking stalls and reserved area for a future affordable housing component, to be used presently as a public plaza. B. On December 4, 2025, the Architectural Review Board (ARB) conducted a study session to review preliminary design concepts, including three façade options based on Council’s selected scheme. C. On March 10, 2026, Watry Design Inc., on behalf of city of Palo Alto Public Works Engineering, applied for a Major Architectural Review application to allow construction of a new six- story parking garage with a total of 266 parking spaces on the existing surface-level parking Lot D located at 375 Hamilton Avenue (120-15-086). (“The Project”). D. On June 4, 2026 the ARB the project design. After hearing testimony, the ARB recommended __________of the project subject to the findings in section 3 and conditions of approval in section 4. E. On ____________, the City Council reviewed the project design. After hearing public testimony, the Council voted to ___________the project subject to the conditions set forth in Section 4 of this Record of Land Use Action. SECTION 2. Environmental Review. In conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Addendum to the previously certified EIR (Council Resolution No. 9818, February 11, 2019) has been prepared in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15164. SECTION 3. Architectural Review Findings. The design and architecture of the proposed improvements, as conditioned, complies with the Architectural Review Findings as required per PAMC Section 18.76.020. Finding 1: The design is consistent with applicable provisions of the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan, Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 50     Page 2 Zoning Code, coordinated area plans (including compatibility requirements), and any relevant design guides. The project is consistent with Finding #1 because: The site’s Regional/Community Commercial designation in the Comprehensive Plan supports public- serving and mixed-use development in the Downtown area. The project replaces an existing surface parking lot with a more efficient use that increases parking supply, supports mobility and economic vitality goals, and incorporates provisions for future affordable housing consistent with Housing Element Program 1.4. The site is zoned Public Facilities (PF), where public parking and City-sponsored housing are permitted uses. While the project exceeds certain development standards, it qualifies for a Development Standards Exception pursuant to PAMC Section 18.28.060(e), as analyzed in Staff Report (#2601-5814). Staff has determined that the proposed project is in compliance with the applicable Public Facilities (PF) Development Standards per Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Section 18.28.050. The project is also consistent with the Downtown Urban Design Guidelines for the Hamilton Avenue District by enhancing the pedestrian environment through widened sidewalks, landscaping, and improved connections and façade articulation. Accordingly, the project meets Finding 1. The project is consistent with Finding #2 because: This finding can be made in affirmative, as the proposed project creates a functional environment for community users by incorporating clear vehicular circulation, defined pedestrian pathways, a paseo connection, and a publicly accessible plaza with ground-level improvements such as widened sidewalks and new street trees and landscaping to support a pedestrian-friendly environment. Context-based design criteria do not apply in the Public Facilities (PF) zone, however the project responds to its urban context through modulation of massing and incorporation of pedestrian-scale elements, providing a reasonable transition to adjacent development. The site is not adjacent to residential uses, minimizing impacts on residential uses, and the design respects nearby historic resources through materials and architectural treatments that reflect the established downtown character. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 51     Page 3 compatible with and enhance the surrounding area. The project is consistent with Finding #3 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the proposed project demonstrates a high level of aesthetic quality through the use of durable and high quality materials. The design incorporates a combination of metal screening, concrete finishes, and architectural detailing that work together to create a visually unified architecture while screening parking areas. The façades are articulated with variations in texture, depth, and pattern to reduce perceived massing and provide visual interest at both the pedestrian and building scale. Ground-level elements, including landscaping, paving, and pedestrian-oriented features, further reinforce the project’s visual quality and integration with the public realm. The project is consistent with Finding #4 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the project’s design supports functional, safe, and efficient circulation for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles. Vehicular ingress and egress are clearly organized via the Hamilton Avenue entry/exit and separated from pedestrian and bicycle access for ease and safety. Pedestrian circulation is enhanced through widened sidewalks, a paseo connection through the site, and a publicly accessible plaza. Electrical and trash rooms are strategically located along the rear one-way service access, Lane 21, to efficiently serve the building and adjacent commercial properties. The project is consistent with Finding #5 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the project’s landscape design incorporates expanded landscaping along Hamilton Avenue, Waverley Street, and within the proposed public plaza, including new street trees, in-ground planters, and climbing vines along the garage façade to soften the building’s appearance and enhance the pedestrian environment. Plant selections emphasize regional, drought- tolerant species that are well integrated with the building’s architecture. The project is consistent with Finding #6 because: This finding can be made in the affirmative, as the building is designed to accommodate future rooftop photovoltaic panels, promoting renewable energy use. Landscaping incorporates drought-tolerant, low- maintenance plantings to conserve water and provide ecological benefits. Site planning maximizes efficient land use by replacing surface parking with a compact, multi-level structure, reducing impervious Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 52     Page 4 surfaces. High-quality, durable materials are selected to minimize maintenance and extend building lifespan. Together, these measures demonstrate a thoughtful approach to achieving sustainability. PLANNING DIVISION Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 53     Page 5 9. PROJECT EXPIRATION. The project approval shall be valid for a period of two years from the original date of approval. Application for a one-year extension of this entitlement may be made prior to expiration. 10. FINAL INSPECTION. A Planning Division Final inspection will be required to determine substantial compliance with the approved plans prior to the scheduling of a Building Division final. Any revisions during the building process must be approved by Planning. Contact your Project Planner, Kristina Dobkevicius at Kristina.Dobkevicius@PaloAlto.gov to schedule this inspection. PCE BUILDING INSPECTION 11. On Sheet 1.7 verify an accessible route to the Public Sidewalks without going behind other vehicles. PWD ENGINEERING 12. PUBLIC WORKS APPLICATIONS, FORMS, AND DOCUMENTS. Applicant shall be advised that most forms, applications, and informational documents related to Public Works Engineering conditions can be found at the following link: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Public-Works/Engineering-Services/Forms-and- Permits 13. STREETWORK PERMIT. The applicant shall obtain a Streetwork Permit from the Department of Public Works for all public improvements. 14. GRADING AND EXCAVATION PERMIT. A Grading Permit is required per PAMC Chapter 16.28. The permit application and all applicable documents (see Section H of application) shall be submitted to Public Works Engineering. Add the following note: “THIS GRADING PERMIT WILL ONLY AUTHORIZE GENERAL GRADING AND INSTALLATION OF THE STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. OTHER BUILDING AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS ARE SHOWN FOR REFERENCE INFORMATION ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO SEPARATE BUILDING PERMIT APPROVAL.” 15. CCTV OF STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. Post construction the applicant may be required to provide CCTV inspection of the City’s storm drain facilities to verify that any lines were not broken, cracked or damaged during construction. The video shall be high resolution and done by professional who is familiar with the process and meticulous. A CCTV inspection video is required for new storm drain connection (s) to verify proper connections were made into the City’s system and that no construction material was left behind. Videos of storm drain system may also be required where construction occurred less than 5-ft from the city’s storm drain system. Videos shall be provided from structure to structure, such as manhole to manhole. Contractor may want to conduct their own inspection in advance of construction to verify the existing pipe integrity. If existing damages are located, they shall be reported to Public Works inspectors prior to the start of construction. If not reported, the contractor may be responsible to restore the pipe segment as determined by Public Works prior to final. 16. ENCROACHMENT PERMIT. Prior to any work in the public right-of-way, the applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit from the Public Works Department for any work that encroaches onto the City right-of-way. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 54     Page 6 17. LOGISTICS PLAN. A construction logistics plan shall be provided addressing all impacts to the public including, at a minimum: work hours, noticing of affected businesses, bus stop relocations, construction signage, dust control, noise control, storm water pollution prevention, job trailer, contractors’ parking, truck routes, staging, concrete pours, crane lifts, scaffolding, materials storage, pedestrian safety, and traffic control. All truck routes shall conform to the City of Palo Alto’s Trucks and Truck Route Ordinance, Chapter 10.48, and the route map. NOTE: Some items/tasks on the logistics plan may require an encroachment permit. 18. STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION. All improvement plan sets shall include the “Pollution Prevention – It’s Part of the Plan” sheet. 19. C.3 THIRD-PARTY CERTIFICATION. Applicant shall provide certification from a qualified third-party reviewer that the proposed permanent storm water pollution prevention measures comply with the requirements of Provision C.3 and Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 16.11. 20. Submit the following: a. Provide a stamped and signed C.3 data form (April 2024 version) from SCVURPPP. https://scvurppp.org/2024/09/19/provision-c-3-data-form-2024/ b. Final stamped and signed letter confirming which documents were reviewed and that the project complies with Provision C.3 and PAMC 16.11. 21. C.3 STORMWATER MAINTENANCE. A document shall be filed with the City that ensures the ongoing maintenance of onsite and offsite stormwater treatment facilities. 22. C.3 FINAL THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATION PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY. Within 45 days of the installation of the required storm water treatment measures and prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for the building, the third-party reviewer shall submit to the City a certification verifying that all the permanent storm water pollution prevention measures were installed in accordance with the approved plans. UTL ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 23. Existing high voltage utility line must be rerouted along Waverley. Coordinate with utilities engineering. 24. 50' x 13' easement is required to fit all electric equipment. 25. There must be adequate space for 2 transformers and 1 switch. A transformer requires a 13'x13' pad with 3' clear space on 3 sides and 8' clear space in front. A switch requires a 12' x 10' pad with the same clearances. FIRE 26. Mechanical smoke removal system is required if the Building Department determines mechanical ventilation will be needed for this project. PCE TRANSPORTATION Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 55     Page 7 27. Bus stop will require temporary relocation and coordination with VTA. The contact information is bus.stop@vta.org. PWD ZERO WASTE PUBLIC ART Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 56     Page 8 design team. Funding for detailed design, fabrication, delivery and installation will be derived from the Art in Public Spaces CIP as outlined in Municipal Code 2.26.070. URBAN FORESTRY 35. TREE PROTECTION VERIFICATION INSPECTION REQUIRED. Prior to any site work, contractor must call Uriel Hernandez at 650-329-2450 to schedule an inspection of any required protective fencing. The fencing shall contain required warning sign and remain in place until final inspection of the project. 36. NO NET LOSS OF CANOPY: To comply with the city’s no net loss of canopy policy (Urban Forest Master Plan: Goals 6.A, 6.B & 6.C & Comprehensive Plan Natural Environment Chapter: Goal N-2 and others) all trees 4” DBH and larger are subject to replacement to avoid a loss of canopy at the neighborhood level. Replacement ratios are determined by table 3-1 in the Tree Technical Manual (Section 3.20.C). New landscape tree plantings (24” box or larger) count towards the replacement total. Screening trees may also count toward the total depending on size and species selected. If unable to plant the required number of trees on site (our preferred solution) there is the option to pay in-lieu fees of $650 per each 24” box tree into the forestry fund. 37. The final Plans submitted for building permit shall include the T1 Sheet and all additional TSheets regarding tree protection and mitigation. UTL WGW ENGINEERING 35 Conditions Forthcoming. PWD WATERSHED PROTECTION 36 Update the Stormwater Treatment Summary Table with the city approved version. City approved table sent to applicant contact. 37 The trees are not part of stormwater treatment from my understanding so do not need to be highlighted. Is this correct? 38 Sword Fern is not an approved plant species in the SCVURPPP C.3 plants list in Appendix D. Please update to an approved plant. SECTION 6. Term of Approval. Major Architectural Review Approval. The project approval shall be valid for a period of two years from the original date of approval. In the event a building permit(s), if applicable, is not secured for the project within the time limit specified above, the approval shall expire and be of no further force or effect. Application for extension of this entitlement may be made prior to the one year expiration. INTRODUCAND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 57     Page 9 ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: _________________________ ____________________________ City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 58     5 7 2 6 ATTACHMENT C 762 San Antonio Road, 24PLN-00120 Table 1: COMPARISON WITH CHAPTER 18.14 (CS DISTRICT FOR HOUSING OPPORTUNITY SITES AND EL CAMINO REAL FOCUS AREA) Residential Development Standards Regulation Required CS (18.16)Required El Camino Real Focus Area Proposed Minimum Site Area, width and depth None None 147-05-102: Approximately 223 ft wide, 170 ft deep, 43,558 sf 147-05-012: Approximately 107 ft wide, 410 ft deep, 43,652 sf Total Merged Lot: Irregular shape 87,120 SF (2 acres) total Minimum Front Yard (Leghorn Street) 25 feet special setback – see Chapter 20.08 & zoning maps 25 feet special setback – see Chapter 20.08 & zoning maps 25 feet Street Side Yard (San Antonio Road) 24 feet special setback – see Chapter 20.08 & zoning maps 24 feet special setback – see Chapter 20.08 & zoning maps 25 feet Rear Yard 10 feet for residential portion of proposed project; none for commercial 10 feet for residential portion of proposed project; none for commercial 10 feet Interior Side Yard None None 10 feet on all sides Max. Site Coverage 50% (38,676.5 square feet) 80% (61,882.4 square feet)72.26% (62,957 square feet) Item 3 Attachment C - Zoning Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 59     5 7 2 6 Max. Building Height 50 ft or 35 ft within 150 ft. of a residential district (other than an RM-40 or PC zone) abutting Rooftop Garden features allowed to exceed height by 12 ft. Stair and Elevator overrun allowed to minimum height feasible for access Mechanical equipment allowed to exceed height by 15 ft. 85 feet Above 55 feet in height: minimum 10 foot step- back from lower facade, for a minimum 70% of the facade length; 84’-5” feet; 90’ to parapet, 96’ to stair enclosure At 62 feet 8 inches the project includes a step- back of 6 feet for a minimum of 70% of the façade length. The entire building meets the 25-foot special setback. Daylight Plane for lot lines abutting one or more residential zone districts other than an RM-40 or PC Zone None, as this site is not abutting a residential zone (6) Daylight plane height and slope shall be identical to those of the most restrictive residential zoning district abutting the lot line, none as not abutting a residential zone Not Applicable/not adjacent to existing residential zone Residential Density 40 du/ac per Housing Element for both parcels None 114 du/ac (228 units proposed) Max. Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 1.25:1.0 4.0 Total 3.45:1 (300,218 sf) 100% residential Minimum Useable Open Space 150 square feet per unit 34,200 square feet total 150 square feet per unit 34,200 square feet total 41,084 sf total/180 square feet per unit Minimum Mixed- use Ground Floor Commercial FAR None for Housing Inventory Sites No requirement None provided (1) No parking or loading space, whether required or optional, shall be located in the first 10 feet adjoining the street property line of any required yard. (2) Any minimum front, street side, or interior yard shall be planted and maintained as a landscaped screen excluding areas required for access to the site. A solid wall or fence between 5 and 8 feet in height shall be constructed along any common interior lot line. (6) The initial height and slope shall be identical to those of the most restrictive residential zone abutting the site line in question. (7) Average setback from the property line may be calculated by taking the area between the property line and the upper facade. This area, in square feet, shall be greater than or equal to the facade length multiplied by 20. Example: 200-foot facade length x 20-foot average setback + minimum 4,000 sq. ft. area of setback per floor. For purposes of this calculation, portions of the upper facade with a setback greater than 40 feet shall be treated as if the facade is located at 40 feet from the property line. For purposes of this calculation, roof projections and eaves up to four feet in depth shall be excluded. Item 3 Attachment C - Zoning Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 60     5 7 2 6 Table 2: CONFORMANCE WITH CHAPTER 18.52 (Off-Street Parking and Loading) for Proposed Residential Type Required Proposed Vehicle Parking One space per micro and one-bedroom ((19+121)x 1=140); two spaces per two- bedroom or larger unit ((63+25)x 2=176);) with al least one space per unit covered; 316 spaces total 1 space/unit (Per AB2097: 0 space/unit within ½ mile of Caltrain) in the El Camino Real Focus Area 228 spaces total Tandem parking allowed for any unit requiring two spaces (one tandem space per unit, associated directly with another parking space for the same unit, up to a maximum of 25% of total required spaces for any project with more than four (4) units) 284 spaces 232 EVSE or EVSE ready 31 tandem Bicycle Parking 1 Long Term (LT)space per unit (228 LT spaces) 1 Short Term (ST) space per 10 units (23 ST spaces) 228 LT 24 ST Loading Space 1, for residential structures with >50 units 1 loading space inside the garage on the ground floor Tandem parking allowed for any unit requiring two spaces (one tandem space per unit, associated directly with another parking space for the same unit, up to a maximum of 25% of total required spaces for any project with more than four (4) units) Item 3 Attachment C - Zoning Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 61     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 1 Objective Design Standards Checklist The Objective Design Standards Checklist is a tool to evaluate a project’s compliance with the Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 18.24). The Checklist is not the Zoning Ordinance. Applicants shall be responsible for meeting the standards in the Zoning Ordinance. To simplify evaluation of the Zoning Ordinance, language in the Checklist may vary from the Zoning Ordinance. (Note: sf = square feet) If a standard is not applicable to applicant’s project, please write N/A in Applicant’s Justification column. 18.24.020 Public Realm/Sidewalk Character Check Standard Sheet #Notes (b)(1) Sidewalk Widths (A) In the following districts, public sidewalk width (curb to back of walk) is at least: Commercial Mixed-Use District: CN, CS, CC, CC(2), CD-C, CD-S, CD-N, PTOD: 10 ft El Camino Real: 12 ft San Antonio Road, from Middlefield Road to East Charleston Road: 12 ft And consists of: A101 Maintains existing sidewalk width; Complies Pedestrian clear path width of 8 foot minimum:8 feet; Complies ☒ Landscape or furniture area width of 2 foot minimum: 7 feet L-100 Between 7 feet and 8 feet; Complies ☒ If the existing public sidewalk does not meet the minimum standard, a publicly accessible extension of the sidewalk, with corresponding public access easement, shall be provided. There is adequate space in the required setback to widen the sidewalk; Complies ☒ (B) Public sidewalks or walkways connecting through a development parcel (e.g. on a through lot with a public access easement, leading to a commercial entry) must be at least 6 feet wide. N/A (C) The width of walkways designed to provide bicycle access (e.g. pathway to bike racks/lockers) must be at least 12 feet wide, consisting of: A101 Complies Pedestrian clear path width (8 feet min.): 14 feet 10 inches and approximately 8 feet L-100 Complies☒ Clear space/buffer – (2 feet min. on each side of path, ground cover is allowed): 3feet to 4 feet only on one side in some instances L-100 The entry to the bike room south of the main entrance is Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 62     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 2 eight feet wide but provides only 2 feet of landscaping on one side for a total width of 10 feet, where 12 feet with 2 feet of landscaping on each side is required. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose 400 square feet, qualifying it for a waiver. Waiver is also needed for bike room access from Leghorn, where proposed bike room access is 5'-0" wide; Waiver requested Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification (B)(2) Street Trees 1. One street tree provided for every 30 linear feet of public sidewalk length and located within six feet of the sidewalk. L-100 Complies a. Length of parcel frontage/public sidewalk length: 223 feet 9 inches b. Street Trees required (i.e. frontage/30 feet): 8☒ c. Street Trees provided: 6 in the planter strip and 4 within six feet of the sidewalk. (B)(3) Accent Paving Parcels abutting University Avenue between Alma Street and Webster include accent paving along the project frontages, as indicated below: N/A Brick paving at corners ☐ Brick trim mid-block ☐Parcel abutting California Avenue between El Camino Real and Park Blvd include decorative glass accent paving along project frontages N/A (B)(4) Mobility Infrastructure Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 63     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 3 ☒ (A) On-site micromobility infrastructure (e.g. bike racks/lockers) is located within 30 feet of the primary building entry and/or on a path leading to the primary building entry; OR A101 Complies Pi c k O n e ☐Existing micromobility infrastructure (e.g. bike racks/lockers) is already located within 50 feet of project site and located in a public right-of-way. ☒ (B) Primary building entries shall provide at least one seating area or bench within 30 feet of building entry and/or path leading to building entry. On arterials (see Map T-5), except Downtown, seating areas or benches shall not be located between the sidewalk and the curb; OR A101 Complies Pi c k O n e ☐Existing seating areas or benches that are already located in the public right-of-way within 50 feet of the building entry. 18.24.030 Site Access Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification (b)(1) Through Lot Connections ☐ Through lots located more than 300 feet from an intersecting street or pedestrian walkway shall provide a publicly accessible sidewalk or pedestrian walkway (with public access easements) connecting the two streets. N/A (b)(2) Building Entries ☒ Primary Building Entries shall be located from a public right-of-way. If there is no public right-of-way adjacent to the building, entries shall be located from a private street or Pedestrian Walkway. A101 Complies (b)(3) Vehicle Access ☒(A) Vehicle access shall be located on alleys or side streets when they abut the property.A101 Complies ☒ (B) Except for driveway access and short-term loading spaces (e.g. taxi), off-street parking, off-street vehicle loading (delivery trucks), and vehicular circulation areas are prohibited between the building and primary building frontage. A101 Complies Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 64     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 4 (b)(4) Loading Docks and Service Areas Loading and service areas shall be integrated into building and landscape design and located to minimize impact on the pedestrian experience as follows: ☒(A) Loading docks and service areas shall be located on façades that do not face a primary building frontage A101 Complies ☒ (B) Loading docks and service areas located within setback areas shall be screened by a solid fence, or wall, or dense landscaping and separated from pedestrian access to the primary building entry to avoid impeding pedestrian movement/safety. A300 Complies 18.24.040 Building Orientation and Setbacks Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification (b)(1) Building Corner Elements (less than 40 feet in height) Corner buildings less than 40 feet in height and end units of townhouses or other attached housing products that face the street shall include all of the following features on their secondary building frontage: (A) height and width of corner element shall have a ratio greater than 1.2:1. For townhomes, the width would be equal to the smaller side of one unit?N/A a. Secondary building frontage height: _____ feet b. Secondary building frontage length: _____ feet ☐ c. Secondary building frontage height to width ratio: ___ (B) minimum of 15% fenestration area. a. Total secondary building frontage façade area: ___ sf b. Secondary building frontage façade fenestration area: ___ sf☐ c. Percent of fenestration area _____ % Ch e c k A l l ☐(C) At least one facade modulation with a minimum depth of 18 inches and a minimum width of two feet. Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 65     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 5 (b)(2)(A) & (B) Treatment of Buildings Corners on Corner Lots (40+ feet in height) Corner Buildings 40 feet or taller in height shall include at least one of the following special features: A. Street wall is located at the minimum front yard setback or build-to line for a minimum aggregated length of 40 feet on both facades meeting at the corner and includes one or more of the following building features: N/A ☐i. An entry to ground floor retail or primary building entrance located within 25 feet of the corner of the building. ☐ii. A different material application and/or fenestration pattern from the rest of the façade. Ch e c k O n e o r M o r e w i t h i n A o r B ☐iii. A change in height of at least 4 feet greater or less than the height of the adjacent/abutting primary façade. B. An open space with a minimum dimension of 20 feet and minimum area of 450 sf. The open space shall be at least one of the following ☐i. A publicly accessible open space/plaza. ☐ii. A space used for outdoor seating for public dining. Ch e c k O n e o r Mo r e w i t h i n A o r B ☐ iii. A residential Common Open Space adjacent to a common interior space (i.e. lobby, retail, etc.) and less than two feet above adjacent sidewalk grade. Fences and railing shall be a minimum 50% open/transparent. (b)(3) Primary Building Entry The primary building entry meets at least one of the following standards: ☒A. Faces a public right-of-way.A101 Complies ☒B. Faces a publicly accessible pedestrian walkway.A101 Complies C. Is visible from a public right-of-way through a forecourt or front porch that meets the following standards: i. For residential buildings with fewer than seven units, building entry forecourts or front porch minimum dimensions of (min. 36 sf and min. dimension of 6 feet required): ___ sf and ___ ft. min. dimension Ch e c k O n e o r M o r e ☐ ii. For commercial buildings or residential buildings with seven or more units, building entry forecourts or front porch minimum Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 66     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 5 Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 67     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 6 dimensions of (min. 100 sf and a min. width of 8 feet required): ___ sf and ___ ft. min. width (b)(4) Ground Floor Residential Units A. Finished Floor Height for Ground Floor Units ☐ The finished floor of ground floor residential units, when adjacent to a public right-of- way, must be within the minimum and maximum heights according to setback distance from back of walk identified in Figure 2a and 2b of the Zoning Ordinance. Calculate minimum ground floor finished floor height: N/A, no ground floor units. ☐Setback adjacent to public right of way: 24 feet ☐ Minimum ground floor finished floor height: _____ feet 𝒚 = ― 𝟒 𝟏𝟓(𝒙)+ 𝟏𝟔 𝟑 where 𝑥 = setback length from back of walk, in feet and 𝑦 = ground floor finished floor height, in feet ☐Sites with slopes greater than 2% along building façade – Average height of finished floor: _____ feet Ch e c k A l l t h a t A p p l y ☐Sites located in flood zones – the minimum ground floor finished floor height shall be defined by FEMA, less flood zone elevation: _____ feet B. Setback Trees Ground floor units with a setback greater than 15 feet must have at minimum an average of one tree per 40 linear feet of facade length, within the setback area. N/A Facade length: ______ feet Trees required: ____ tree(s) (i.e. façade length / 40) ☐ Trees provided: ____ tree(s) C and D. Front Setback Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 68     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 7 ☐C. Ground floor residential entries are setback a minimum of 10 feet from the back of public sidewalk; OR N/A Pi c k O n e ☐ D. Where no minimum building setback is required, all ground floor residential units must be set back a minimum 5 feet from back of public sidewalk. Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification E. Unit Entry A minimum 80% of ground floor residential units that face a public right-of-way or publicly accessible path, or open space shall have a unit entry with direct access to the sidewalk, path, or open space for minimum. N/A a. Total number of ground floor residential units facing a public right-of-way, publicly accessible path, or open space: ____ units b. 80% of total units in (a): ____ units ☐ c. Subset of number of units in (a) that have a unit entry with direct access to the sidewalk, path, or open space: ____ entries (b)(5) Front Yard Setback Character Required setbacks provide a hardscape and/or landscaped area to create a transition between public and private space. The following standards apply, based on intended use and exclusive of areas devoted to outdoor seating, front porches, door swing of building entries, and publicly accessible open space and meet the following: Ch e ck Al l th a t Ap pl y☐(A). Ground-floor retail or retail like uses have a minimum of 10% of the required setback as landscape or planters.N/A Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 69     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 7 Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 70     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 8 i. Minimum setback area (setback x frontage x 10%): ____ sf ii. Landscape or planter area in required setback: ____ sf (B). Ground-floor residential uses have a minimum of 60% landscaped area in the required setback area. L-002 Complies i. Minimum setback area (setback x frontage x 60%): 3,222 sf☒ ii. Landscape area in required setback: 3,621 sf (b)(6) Side Yard Setback Character ☐ (A) Each detached dwelling unit shall have at least one usable side yard, at least six feet wide, between the house and fence or other structure, to provide outdoor passage between the front and rear yards. N/A 18.24.050 Building Massing Check Standard Sheet #Notes (b)(1) Upper Floor Step Backs and Daylight Planes (A) When the height of the subject building is more than 20 feet above the average height (i.e. average of low and high roof elevations) of an adjacent building(s), an upper floor step back shall start within two vertical feet of the average height of the adjacent building. The step back shall be a minimum depth of six feet along both the façade on the primary building frontage and the façade facing the adjacent building, and the step shall occur for a minimum of 70% of each façade length. A310 On the Leghorn side, the required upper floor step back extends 45% of the frontage where 70% is required; Waiver requested i. Proposed building height: 84 feet and 5 inches, 90 feet to parapet ii. Average building height of the adjacent building(s): single-story ☒ iii. Building height where upper floor step back begins: 52 ft 6 in ☒(B) Notwithstanding, subsection (A), when adjacent to a single-story building, the upper floor step back shall occur between 33 and 37 feet in height. The north elevation provides a 44.8% step-back; the South elevation provides a 35.5% step-back. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 71     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 9 would lose 6,200 square feet; Waiver requested ☒ (C) If a project meets the following criteria, a daylight plane with an initial height of 25 feet above grade at the property line and a 45-degree angle shall be required. This daylight plane is required if all of these criteria are met: i. The project is not subject to a daylight plane requirement, pursuant to district regulations in Title 18; and ii. The project proposes a building which is more than 20 feet above the average height (i.e., average of low and high roof elevations) of an adjacent building(s); and iii. The project abuts residential units in the side or rear yard. N/A, no residential units abut this project. (b)(2) Privacy and Transitions to Residential Uses When a building abuts a residential use on an interior side and/or rear property line, the building shall break down the abutting façade and maintain privacy by meeting all of the following:N/A ☐ (A) Landscape Screening. A landscape screen that includes a row of trees with a minimum one tree per 25 linear feet and continuous shrubbery planting. This screening plant material shall be a minimum 72 inches (6 feet) in height when planted. Required trees shall be minimum 24” box size. ☐(B) Façade Breaks. A minimum façade break of 4 feet in width, 2 feet in depth, and 32 sf of area (i.e. 8 ft tall minimum) for every 36 to 40 feet of façade length ☐ (C) Maximum Amount of Transparent Windows. Within 40 feet of an abutting structure, no more than 15% of the facing façade area shall be windows or other glazing. Additional windows are allowed in order to maintain light, if fixed and fully obscuredCh e c k A l l (D) Windows. Within 30 feet of facing residential windows (except garage or common space windows) or private open space on an adjacent residential building, facing windows on the subject site shall meet the following: (i) Window sills at and above the 2nd floor shall be at least five feet above finished floor; or (ii) Windows shall have opaque or translucent glazing at or below five feet above finished floor; or Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 72     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 10 (iii) Windows shall be angled up to 30 degrees (parallel to window) to face away from the adjacent privacy impacts; and (iv) Landscape screening shall be 24-inch box size or larger and eight+ feet height at planting; 50% evergreens; and located to align with proposed second floor windows at maturity. (E). Balconies: Within 30 feet of residential windows (except garage or common space windows) or private open space on an adjacent residential building, balconies and decks on the subject site shall be designed to prevent views: (i) No sight lines to the adjacent property window or open space are permitted within five feet above the balcony or deck flooring and a 45- degree angle downward from balcony railing. (ii) Submit section view of proposed balcony/deck and abutting residential windows and/or private open space. (iii) Provide balcony/deck design measure which may include: a. Minimum 85% solid railing b. Obscure glass railing c. Barrier with min. 18" horizontal depth from railing (e.g. planter) (b)(3)(A) & (B) Maximum Façade Length - facing a street or public path Buildings 70 feet in length or greater and greater than 25 feet in height For building facades 70 feet in length or greater and facing a public street, right- of-way, or publicly accessible path shall not have a continuous façade plane greater than 70% of the façade length without an upper floor modulation, of at least 2 feet in depth Largest façade length featuring continuous plane: Total Façade length: 202 feet 2 inches ☒ Percent of façade length without upper floor modulation (a/b) (maximum 70%): 55.2 %Complies Buildings 250 feet in length or greaterPi c k O n e C a t e g o r y ☐ (A) Buildings 250 feet in length or greater, which face a public street, right-of- way, or publicly accessible path, shall have at least one vertical façade break with a minimum area greater than 400 sf and a width greater than or equal to two times the depth N/A Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 73     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 11 Total Building length: _____ feet Number of vertical façade breaks: ___ area Width: ____ feet, Depth: ____ feet, Area: ____ sf Buildings between 150 feet and 250 feet in length (B) Buildings 150 to 250 feet in length, which face a public street, right-of-way, or publicly accessible path, shall have at least one vertical façade break with a minimum area greater than 64 sf and a minimum width of 8 feet and minimum depth of 4 feet. A310 Complies Total Building length: 202 feet 2 inches ☒ Number of vertical façade breaks: 1 area Width: 12 feet 6 inches, Depth: 8 feet 8 inches, Area: 108 sf Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification (b)(4) Special Conditions: Railroad Frontages All parcels with lot lines abutting railroad rights-of-way shall meet the following standards on the railroad-abutting façade(s):N/A ☐(A) A minimum facade break of at least 10 feet in width and six feet in depth for every 60 feet of façade length. Ch e c k Al l ☐(B) For portions of a building 20 feet or greater in height shall not have a continuous façade length that exceeds 60 feet. (b)(5) Diversity of Housing Types ☐ A diversity of housing types (e.g. detached units, attached rowhouses/townhouses, condominiums or apartments, mixed use) are required for projects on large lots: Less than one acre lots: minimum 1 housing types 1 to 2-acre lots: minimum 2 housing types; or G100 The 2-acre site provides only one housing type. Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 74     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 11 Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 75     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 12 More than 2-acre lots: minimum 3 housing types 18.24.060 Façade Design Check Two or More Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification (c)(1) Base-Middle-Top ☒ Buildings three stories or taller and on lots wider than 50 feet shall be designed to differentiate a defined base or ground floor, a middle or body, and a top, cornice, or parapet cap. Each of these elements shall be distinguished from one another for a minimum of 80% of the façade length through use of three or more of the following four techniques: ☐ i. Variation in Building Modulation: Building modulation shall extend for a minimum 80% of the façade length feet, and shall include one or more of the following building features. ☐a. Horizontal shifts. Changes in floor plates that protrude and/or recess with a minimum dimension of 2 feet from the primary facade. ☐ b. Upper floor step backs. A horizontal step back of upper-floor façades with a minimum 5 foot step-back from the primary façade for a minimum of 80% of the length of the façade Ch e c k o n e o r m o r e i f se l e c t e d ☐ c. Ground floor step back. A horizontal shift of the ground floor facade with a minimum depth of 2 feet for a minimum 80% of the length of the façade. Ground floor step backs shall not exceed the maximum setback, where stated ☒ii. Variation in Façade Articulation: Façade articulation modulation shall include one or more of the following building features.A310 Complies Ch e c k on e o r mo r e i f se l e c t e d ☒ a. Horizontal and/or Vertical Recesses or Projections. Recesses or projections such as a pattern of recessed grouping of windows, recessed panels, bay windows or similar strategies. The recess or projection shall be a minimum 4 inches in depth. Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 76     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 13 ☐b. Horizontal and/or Vertical Projections. Projections such as shading, weather protection devices, decorative architectural details, or similar strategies. ☐ c. Datum Lines. Datum lines that continue the length of the building, such as parapets or cornices, with a minimum 4 inches in height or a minimum 2 inches in depth and include a change in material ☒iii. Variation in two of the following:A310 Complies ☒a. Fenestration Size ☒b. Fenestration Proportion ☒c. Fenestration Pattern Ch e c k t w o i f se l e c t e d ☒d. Fenestration Depth or Projection ☒iv. Variation in two of the following:A310 Complies ☒a. Façade Material ☐b. Facade Material Size ☒c. Façade Texture and Pattern Ch e c k t w o i f se l e c t e d ☒d. Façade Color (c)(2) Façade Composition Building facades shall use a variety of strategies including building modulation, fenestration, and façade articulation to create visual interest and express a variety of scales through a variety of strategies. All facades shall include a minimum of three of the following façade articulation strategies to create visual interest: ☒A. Vertical and horizontal recesses such as a pattern of recessed grouping of windows or recessed panels. The recess shall be a minimum 4 inches in depth.A310 Complies ☐B. Vertical and horizontal projections such as shading and weather protection devices or decorative architectural details. Projections shall be a minimum 4 inches in depth. ☐ C. Datum lines that continue the length of the building, such as cornices, with a minimum 4 inches in depth, or a minimum 2 inches in depth and include a change in material. Ch e c k T h r e e o r M o r e ☒D. Balconies, habitable projections, or Juliet balconies (every 20 to 40 feet) with a minimum 4 inches in depth.A310 Complies Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 77     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 14 ☐E. Screening devices such as lattices, louvers, shading devices, or perforated metal screens. ☐F. Use of fine-grained building materials, such as brick or wood shingles, not to exceed 8 inches in either height or width. ☒G. Incorporate a minimum of three colors, materials, and/or textures across the whole building.A320 Complies (c)(3) Compatible Rhythm and Pattern (A) Buildings shall express a vertical rhythm and pattern that reflects the size and scale of a housing unit and/or individual rooms and spaces. This may be achieved with building modulation to create vertically oriented façades (height greater than the width of the façade), façade articulation and fenestration repetitive vertically oriented patterns. Depending on the length of the façade, the following standards apply: ☐ i. For continuous façades less than 100 feet in length, the façade shall have vertically oriented patterns of vertical recesses or projections, façade articulation, and/or fenestration. ii. For continuous façades 100 feet or greater in length, the façade shall include either: ☒ a. A vertical recess or change in façade plane with a minimum 2 feet deep vertical shift modulation for a minimum 4 feet in width to establish a vertical rhythm between 20 to 50 feet in width; OR A310 Complies Ch e c k O n e ☐b. A vertical recess or projection with a minimum depth of 2 feet that establishes the vertical rhythm between 10 to 16 feet in width (B) Residential mixed-use buildings ☒i. Vertical Patterns and Modulation: Façades shall use vertical patterns of building modulation, façade articulation, and fenestration.A310 Complies Ch e c k O n e o r Mo r e ☐ ii. Horizontal Patterns and Modulation: Façades that use horizontal articulation and fenestration patterns shall use a vertical massing strategy with a minimum 4 feet wide and 2 feet deep vertical shift in modulation at least once every 50 feet of façade length. (C) Storefronts ☒Storefront uses must express a vertical rhythm not to exceed 30 to 50 feet in width.A310 Complies (c)(4) Emphasize Building Elements & Massing Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 78     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 15 (A)(i) Building Entries within Façade Design. Primary building entries shall be scaled proportionally to the number of people served (amount of floor-area or number of units accessed). Building entries shall meet the following minimum dimensions: ☐a. Individual residential entries: 5 feet in width ☒b. Shared residential entry, such as mixed-use buildings: 8 feet in width A101 Complies ☐c. Commercial building entry: 20 feet in width Ch e c k A l l ☐d. Storefront entry: 6 feet in width (ii) Primary building entries (not inclusive of individual residential entries) shall include a façade modulation that includes at least one of the following: ☒a. Recess or projection from the primary façade plane (minimum 2 feet).A101 Complies Ch e c k On e o r Mo r e ☐b. Weather protection that is a minimum 4 feet wide and 4 feet deep by recessing the entry, providing an awning or using a combination of these methods (c)(5) Storefront/Retail Ground Floors A. Ground floor height shall be a minimum 14 feet floor-to-floor OR shall maintain a 2nd floor datum line of an abutting building.N/A, non-retail ground floor a. Ground floor height (minimum 14 feet): _____ feet; OR☐ b. Height of 2nd floor datum line of abutting building: 22 feet B. Transparency shall include a minimum 60% transparent glazing between 2 and 10 feet in height from sidewalk, providing unobstructed views into the commercial space.N/A a. Façade area between 2 feet and 10 feet: b. Transparent glazing area between 2 feet and 10 feet: ☐ c. Percentage of transparent glazing (minimum 60%): ☐C. If provided, bulkheads and solid base walls measure between 12 and 30 inches from finished grade N/A D. Primary entries shall include weather protection by recessing the entry, providing an awning or using a combination of these methods. N/A a. Weather protection width (minimum 6 feet): ☐ b. Weather protection depth (minimum 4 feet): Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 79     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 16 ☐E. Awnings, canopies and weather protection: (i) When transom windows are above display windows, awnings, canopies and similar, weather protection elements shall be installed between transom and display windows. These elements should allow for light to enter the storefront through the transom windows and allow the weather protection feature to shade the display window. (ii) Awnings may be fixed or retractable N/A (c)(6) Other Non-Residential Ground Floors ☒(A) Ground floor height must be a minimum 14 feet floor-to-floor OR match the 2nd floor datum line of an abutting building ☐Ground floor height (minimum 14 feet): _____ feet; OR Pi c k On e ☒Height of 2nd floor datum line of abutting building: 19 feet 1 inch A300 Complies (B) Minimum of 50% transparent glazing between 4 and 10 feet in height from sidewalk or terrace grade, providing unobstructed views into the commercial space A310 On the Leghorn Street frontage, the Project does not provide 14 foot floor-to-floor and 50% transparency. If the Project had to provide 50% transparency storefront space on the ground level with 14 feet double-height, the design would reduce the building area by approximately 480 SF (assuming a 20' deep active space); Waiver requested Façade area between 2 feet and 10 feet: Transparent glazing area: ☒ Percentage of transparent glazing (minimum 50%): 60%Complies (C) Primary entries include weather protection that is a minimum 6 feet wide and 4 feet deep by recessing the entry, providing an awning or using a combination of these methods. Weather protection width (minimum 6 feet): 10 feet 9 inches and 10 feet☐ Weather protection depth (minimum 4 feet): 5 feet Complies (c)(7) Parking/Loading/Utilities (A) Entry Size Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 80     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 17 No more than 25% of the site frontage facing a street shall be devoted to garage openings, carports, surface parking, loading entries, or utilities access. On sites with less than 100 feet of frontage, no more than 25 feet. A101 On the Leghorn Street frontage, 83% of the frontage is dedicated to garage openings, loading entries, and utility access; Waiver requested Site frontage: Frontage devoted to garage openings, carports, surface parking, loading entries, or utilities access: ☐ Percent of frontage devoted to garage openings, carports, surface parking, loading entries, or utilities access 83% (B) Above Ground Structured Parking ☐ Above grade structured parking levels facing a public right-of-way or publicly accessible open space/path, with the exception of vehicular alleys, must be lined with commercial or habitable uses with a minimum depth of 20 feet A101 On the Leghorn Street frontage, the above grade parking is not lined with commercial or habitable uses with a minimum depth of 20 feet; Waiver requested (C)&(D) Partially Sub-Grade Structured Parking ☐Partially sub-grade parking must not have an exposed façade that exceeds 5 feet in height above abutting grade at back of sidewalk.N/A ☐Partially sub-grade parking must be screened with continuous landscaping and shrubbery with minimum height of 3 feet and be located within 10 feet of the sub-grade parking.N/A 18.24.080 Open Space Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification (b)(1) Private Open Space ☒ (A) Floor area includes clear space with a minimum dimension of a circle with a six- foot diameter.A103 Complies Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 81     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 18 ☒(B) Minimum clear height dimension of 8’-6” feet.A300 Complies ☒(C) Directly accessible from a residential unit.A103 Complies ☐(C) Balconies are not located within the daylight plane. N/A, no daylight plane applies (b)(1)(E) Private Open Space - Ground Floor Patios ☐ (i) RM-20 and RM-30 districts: Minimum 100 sf of area, the least dimension of which is 8 feet for at least 75% of the area.N/A ☐ (ii) RM-40 districts: Minimum 80 sf of area, the least dimension of which is 6 feet for at least 75% of the area N/A ☐ (iii) Street facing private open space on the ground floor shall meet the finished floor height for ground floor residential standards in section 18.24.040(b)(4)N/A (b)(2) Common Open Space ☒(A)&(B) Minimum 200 sf of area. Area shall include a space with a minimum dimension of a circle with a 10-foot diameter. A201 L-002 Complies ☒(C) A minimum of 60% of the area shall be open to the sky and free of permanent weather protection or encroachments. Trellises and similar open-air features allowed A201 L-002 Complies ☐ (D) Notwithstanding subsection (1), courtyards enclosed on four sides shall have a minimum dimension of 40 feet and have a minimum courtyard width to building height ratio of 1:1.25 N/A ☒(E) Common open space provides seating. A201 L-002 Complies ☐(F) Common open space has a minimum 20% of landscaping.A201 L002 The fourth-floor common open space is 15% landscaped, and the eighth-floor common open space contains no planting, where a minimum of 20% is required. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose over 1,810 square Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 82     ATTACHMENT D: City of Palo Alto - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis Page 19 feet of residential floor area; Waiver requested ☒ (G) Planting in above grade courtyards has minimum soil depth of 12 inches for ground cover, 20 inches for shrubs, and 36 inches for trees. L002 Complies 18.24.090 Materials Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification ☒ (b)(1) Primary, secondary, and accent materials are allowed or prohibited as in the Residential and Residential Mixed-use Material List, which may be updated from time to time by the Director of Planning with a recommendation by the ARB. See webpage for list - https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/News-Articles/Planning-and-Development- Services/Multifamily-Mixed-Use-Objective-Standards A320 Complies 18.24.100 Sustainability and Green Building Code Check Standard Sheet #Applicant’s Justification ☒ (b) See Chapter 16.14: California Green Building Standards additional requirements for green building and sustainable design. Notwithstanding Section 18.24.010(c), these regulations may not be modified through alternative compliance. GB-1 Complies Item 3 Attachment D - Objective Design Standards Consistency Analysis     Packet Pg. 83     560 Mission Street, Suite 1900 | San Francisco, California 94105 | T +1.415.743.6900 | F +1.415.743.6910 -743-6990 1 415 743-6941 .plume@hklaw.com Chicago | Dallas | Denver | Fort Lauderdale | Houston | Jacksonville | London | Los Angeles | Mexico City Miami | Monterrey | Nashville | Newport Beach | New York | Orlando | Philadelphia | Portland | Richmond May 26, 2026 Re: Third Supplemental Letter Regarding State Density Bonus Law Application - 762 San Antonio Road Dear Palo: As described in our prior correspondence, this firm represents Acclaim Companies (the “Applicant”) and Globe Investments LLC (the “Property Owner”) on whose behalf we provide this letter associated with Application No. 24PLN-00120 at 762 San Antonio Road (the “Project”), in Palo Alto, California (the “City”). On May 15, 2026 the Applicant uploaded supplemental materials to the City’s portal, which included an updated Affordable Housing Compliance Plan containing new and modified State Density Bonus Law requests. We hereby provide the same requests in this letter as well, as follows: State Density Bonus Law Requests We hereby make the following State Density Bonus Law requests in connection with the Project, notwithstanding the fact that the Builder’s Remedy element of the Project allows such inconsistencies, in the alternative/additional to the Builder’s Remedy. We continue to reserve the right to modify these requests or make additional requests, if warranted.1 Waivers •Waiver from 18.24.020(b)(1)(C): Pedestrian walkways that are designed to provide access to bicycles shall have a minimum width of eight feet, with two feet of clear space on either side. The entry to the bike room south of the main entrance is eight feet wide but provides only 2 feet of landscaping on one side for a total width of 10 feet, where 12 feet with 2 feet of landscaping on each side is required. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, 1 For example, we have not yet identified any incentives/concessions, but reserve the right to do so. As a Builder’s Remedy 2.0 development, the Project is eligible for three incentives/concessions. (Govt. Code Sections 65589.5(f)(6)(C)(i), 65915(d)(2)(A)). ATTACHMENT EItem 3 Attachment E - Applicant’s Project Description and Legal Request Letter     Packet Pg. 84     Palo Alto Planning & Devp. May 26, 2026 Page 2 #539134338_v1 it would lose 400 square feet, qualifying it for a waiver. Waiver is also needed for bike room access from Leghorn, where proposed bike room access is 5'-0" wide. To meet the 12' wide path, the Project would need to relocate trash staging area inside the building and result in a building area reduction of approximately 450 SF, qualifying the Project for a waiver. • Waiver from 18.14.020 Table 3 with regard to upper story step backs: The requirement is a step back minimum on 10’ on El Camino Real (the major street frontage). The project provides a 6’ step-back. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose 1,680 square feet on each of the top three floors and the marketability and usability of the rooms would suffer, likely resulting in a loss of several units, qualifying the Project for a waiver. • Waiver from 18.24.050(b)(1)(B): On the side and rear elevations, the step back shall occur for a minimum of 70% of each façade length and shall occur between 33 and 37 feet in height when adjacent to one-story buildings. By contrast for the Project, the North elevation provides a 44.8% step-back; the South elevation provides a 35.5% step-back. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose 6,200 square feet, qualifying it for a waiver. • Waiver from 18.24.050(b)(1)(A) and (B): On the Leghorn side, the required upper floor step back extends 45% of the frontage where 70% is required. (Note: for both of these, the plans dimension all the way across the building façade, however we understand the City proposed to count only the portion adjacent to each individual frontage, so that the portions of the building “behind” the 780 San Antonio parcel do not count). If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose 1,800 square feet, qualifying it for a waiver. • Waiver from 18.24.050(b)(3)(B): The Project previously requested a waiver of this standard, the redesigned Project is currently in compliance. The Applicant reserves the right to reassert this waiver if needed in the future. • Waiver from Zoning Code Section 18.14.020 Table 3, Note b: On the Leghorn Street frontage, 83% of the frontage is dedicated to garage openings, loading entries, and utility access, where no more than 50% is allowed. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose approximately 1,800 square feet, qualifying it for a waiver. • Waiver from 18.24.060(c)(6)(A) and (B): On the Leghorn Street frontage, the Project does not provide 14 foot floor-to-floor and 50% transparency. If the Project had to provide 50% transparency storefront space on the ground level with 14 feet double-height, the design would reduce the building area by approximately 480 SF (assuming a 20' deep active space). Item 3 Attachment E - Applicant’s Project Description and Legal Request Letter     Packet Pg. 85     Palo Alto Planning & Devp. May 26, 2026 Page 3 #539134338_v1 • Waiver from 18.24.060(c)(7)(B): On the Leghorn Street frontage, the above grade parking is not lined with commercial or habitable uses with a minimum depth of 20 feet. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose 1,800 square feet, qualifying it for a waiver. • Waiver from 18.24.080(b)(2)(F): The fourth-floor common open space is 15% landscaped, and the eighth-floor common open space contains no planting, where a minimum of 20% is required. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose over 1,810 square feet of residential floor area, qualifying it for a waiver. Notably if the vegetated stormwater areas were included in the calculation, the Project would be in excess of the standard. • Waiver from Special Setback for Leghorn Street: On the Leghorn Street frontage, the third through seventh floors encroach into the required 25-foot setback, and the project is instead set back 20 feet. These floors must encroach into the setback in order to satisfy the aerial fire access requirements that the building not be farther than 30 feet from the fire apparatus. If the Project had to comply with this requirement, it would lose 875 square feet of residential floor area, qualifying it for a waiver. While the Project is not subject to Zoning Code parking requirements due to the applicability of the Builder’s Remedy, we further note that the Project is additionally entitled to the parking maximums under the State Density Bonus Law, with which the Project complies Sincerely, HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP Genna Yarkin Tamsen Plume Item 3 Attachment E - Applicant’s Project Description and Legal Request Letter     Packet Pg. 86     Project Plans In order to reduce paper consumption, a limited number of hard copy project plans are provided to Architectural Review Board members for their review. The same plans are available to the public, at all hours of the day, via the following online resources. 1. Go to: paloalto.gov/PermitView 2. Search for “762 San Antonio Road” and open the record by clicking on the blue dot 3. Review the record details on the left side and open the “more details” option 4. Use the “Records Info” drop down menu and select “Attachments” 5. You will find links to the project plans, environmental document, and other important information https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Current- Planning/Projects/762-San-Antonio Item 3 Attachment F - Project Plans and EIR Addendum     Packet Pg. 87     Item No. 4. Page 1 of 1 Architectural Review Board Staff Report From: Planning and Development Services Director Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 4, 2026 Report #: 2605-6418 TITLE Draft Architectural Review Board Meeting Minutes for May 7, 2026 RECOMMENDATION Staff Recommends the Architectural Review Board (ARB) adopt the meeting minutes. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Minutes of May 7, 2026 AUTHOR/TITLE: ARB Liaison1& Contact Information  Steven Switzer, Senior Historic Planner  (650) 329-2321  Steven.Switzer@PaloAlto.gov Item 4 Item 4 Staff Report     Packet Pg. 88     Page 1 of 13 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING Council Chambers and Zoom 8:30 a.m. Call to Order / Roll Call The Architectural Review Board (ARB) of the City of Palo Alto met on May 7, 2026, in Council Chambers and virtual teleconference at 8:35 a.m. Present: Chair Yingxi Chen, Vice Chair Mousam Adcock, Board Member David Hirsch, Board Member Kendra Rosenberg Absent: Board Member Marton Jojarth Agenda Changes, Additions and Deletions None Public Comment None City Official Reports 1. Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and Upcoming Agenda Items Claire Raybould, Manager of Current Planning, presented the Director's Report. The Builder's Remedy project at 3781 El Camino Real will go to City Council on May 11. The Cubberley Community Center and Retail Ordinance will be at Council on May 18. Items scheduled for ARB's meeting on May 21 are 375 Hamilton Parking Garage and 788 San Antonio. The ARB 6/18 meeting is canceled due to absences. ARB chair and vice chair elections will be held at the next meeting. Action Items 2. PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI-JUDICIAL. 450 Lytton Avenue [26PLN-00016] Request for a Streamlined Housing Development Review to Allow the Construction of a Six-Story, Approximately 76,400 Square-Foot Multi-Family Project Consisting of 72 Residential Dwelling Units on a 0.43-acre (19,700 Square-Foot) Parcel. The Project Would Replace a Paved, 52-Space City-Owned Surface Parking Lot (Lot T). The Project is 100% Affordable Housing and, Accordingly, Requests Concessions and Waivers Pursuant to State Density Bonus Law. CEQA Status: The City is Evaluating Eligibility for an Exemption Pursuant to Assembly Bill 130 (Public Resources Code section 21080.66). Zoning District: PF (Public Facilities) Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 89     Page 2 of 13 Nishita Kandikuppa, Associate Planner, provided a slide presentation on the project's background, scope, floor plans, 3D renderings, and key considerations. The City Council is tentatively scheduled to review the project on August 10, 2026. The project plans to redevelop the existing lot into a 6-story multifamily building with 1 manager unit and 71 for-rent affordable housing units, which are a mix of studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. There will be a common open space provided on Level 2. The project is being evaluated for AB 130 eligibility, which would exempt it from meeting certain CEQA criteria. Staff are consulting the Tamien Nation in accordance with tribal consultation periods provided under AB 130. Public Comments Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 90     Page 3 of 13 2. Christopher B. stated that this proposed project has no setbacks, which creates a claustrophobic effect. Christopher B. suggested plants on both sides of the sidewalk and even adding a seventh story if needed to create setbacks. Christopher B. stated that affordable housing is subsidized and will raise the rents of surrounding housing even more than non-subsidized housing. Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 91     Page 4 of 13 Board Member Rosenberg noted the entry has a plinth overhang and asked how far it sits over the sidewalk. Vice Chair Adcock, Adrianne Steichen replied that when entering from Lytton, the elevator is in front and to the right and there is a door from the garage to the lobby. Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 92     Page 5 of 13 Adrianne Steichen stated they studied different garage entries and looked at maximizing parking at the request of staff and Council but could not recall why they chose to put the entrance on Lytton versus Kipling. The main location of utilities is on Kipling, which makes it a better location for the utilities spaces, including the electrical recess for the transformer. Storm and sewer utilities are in Lytton but the rest are in Kipling. Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 93     Page 6 of 13 Board Member Hirsch asked about the room in the center of the building and suggested it could be an opportunity to increase parking via tandem parking spaces. Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 94     Page 7 of 13 reevaluating the distribution of square footage in the studio apartment design because the bathrooms are out of proportion. Board Member Rosenberg liked the music room concept but opined it is more beneficial as a laundry room. Board Member Rosenberg wondered why the manager's unit is on the 6th floor versus the courtyard. Board Member Rosenberg expressed appreciation for the axonometric drawings of the downtown area and stated the project is well done and thoughtful but aesthetics need improvement. Motion: N/A Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 95     Page 8 of 13 Market Rate Units. CEQA Status: An Addendum to the Previously Certified Housing Incentive Program Expansion and 788 San Antonio Mixed Use Project EIR (SCH # 2019090070) is Currently Being Prepared. Zoning District: Planned Community (PC-5622). Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 96     Page 9 of 13 corridor, the City is doing addendums to that previously approved EIR to evaluate project-specific components. Public Comments Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 97     Page 10 of 13 Chris B. added it is inappropriate to put a huge building so close to the Bay because it will sink, pointing out that New Orleans will soon experience about 7 feet of sea level rise and much of the city will be underwater. Chris B. stated that while it is appropriate to expand housing because of the robust economy, this project encapsulates the issue with housing hysteria throughout Palo Alto and the Bay Area, with some louder community voices insisting on building as much as possible. In response to public comment around the zoning regulations, Manager Raybould explained that this project proposes to rezone the property through the Planned Community Rezoning Process, which is set forth in 18.38 of the Zoning Code. The Planned Home Zone reference is a term that City Council coined as another name for the Planned Community Rezoning Process. Board Member Hirsch asked if the applicant has seen the automated parking working elsewhere. Mark Donohue responded there are several installations of automated parking and noted he shared videos of it with Manager Raybould. The company, AutoMotion, started in Manhattan, where land is at a premium. Mark Donohue stated there is growing interest in fully automated parking because of the much smaller spatial footprint. Vice Chair Adcock commented on the proximity of the building next door and voiced concerns about daylight. Vice Chair Adcock noted this plan is about 6-foot-7 from the property line. Mark Donohue responded that for areas of the façade within the 5 to 10-foot zone, there is a 25 percent window allowance. Mark Donohue offered to double check with the team that they are hitting the 25 percent allowance and pointed out the further setback to the terrace porch doors, which is under a different standard. Mark Donohue confirmed these windows are going to be operable and window type has not been determined but a luxury product like this typically includes casement. Vice Chair Adcock noted most units have balconies and asked why a few do not. Mark Donohue responded that units without balconies are mainly due to location. There is a studio in the courtyard with no balcony. One in the southwest corner lacks one because the transformers are on the ground at that location. A 1-bedroom at the northwest stair does not have one. One faces the special setback. Mark Donohue stated it appears none of the studios have a balcony. Vice Chair Adcock noted some balconies encroaching into the setback, which Mark Donohue confirmed is permitted. The ARB watched a 2-minute video on how the automated parking would function. Mark Donohue noted that residents with a parking space would swipe their resident card, not pay for parking as the video mentions. Board Member Rosenberg asked how long this system has been in operation. Mark Donohue believed the system had been around for 7 to 10 years and offered to find out. Chair Chen noted that Basement Level 1 shows 3 stalls with only 2 open to tenants. Mark Donohue explained that those 3 stalls are entry bays for the automated parking and noted one of them is drawn incorrectly and should show a garage door. Chair Chen wondered how the bike room on Basement Level 1 is accessed. Mark Donohue shared that the options are to drive the bike down the ramp or enter the adjacent elevator. Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 98     Page 11 of 13 Chair Chen noted that on Sheet A2.1, the mail room appears to be in the courtyard. Mark Donohue clarified that the mail room is a covered space rather than enclosed and is accessible from the courtyard. Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 99     Page 12 of 13 Board Member Hirsch stated removing the club house from the lobby would create wider access to the elevators. Board Member Hirsch suggested taking some space from the trash room, putting mail in the front lobby, and turning the current mail room into a package room. Board Member Hirsch noticed some patios or balconies are adjacent to bedrooms and wondered if it was possible to rearrange them to be adjacent to the living areas. Board Member Hirsch expressed confusion about the projecting glass elements or fins on the front of the building, which serve no apparent purpose. Board Member Hirsch suggested projections around the windows would add texture and softening. Board Member Hirsch liked how the gray material on the front of the building extends from top to bottom and creates a separate turning element at the corner. Board Member Hirsch disliked how the material changes from gray to tan on the left side and wished it was complete through the base of the building. Board Member Hirsch said the building sets a good precedent for the whole street because the scale is reasonable and separated by shapes. Board Member Hirsch recommended having toilets for the public spaces and noted some privacy considerations where there are balconies located next to each other. Board Member Hirsch stated the back of the building needs either privacy or rethinking and expressed doubts about the automated parking. Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 100     Page 13 of 13 residents and their guests will take to and from the units and amenities. Vice Chair Adcock spoke in favor of the club house on the roof because having places to gather is great and stated it should include a place to warm up or bring in food. Vice Chair Adcock recommended there be restrooms accessible from the roof garden, gym area, and courtyard. Vice Chair Adcock liked the idea of adding color but did not like the fins. Motion: Chair Chen moved to continue the project to a date uncertain, seconded by Board Member Rosenberg. Passed 4-0. Board Member questions, comments, announcements or future meetings and agendas Virtual Public Comment Adjournment Item 4 Attachment A - Minutes of May 7, 2026     Packet Pg. 101     Item No. 3. Page 1 of 1 1 0 1 0 7 City Council Supplemental Report From: Claire Raybould, Manager of Current Planning Meeting Date: June 4, 2026 Item Number: 3 Report #:2606-6431 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI-JUDICIAL. 762 San Antonio Road [24PLN-00120]: Request for Recommendation on a Major Architectural Review Application to Demolish Three Existing Commercial Buildings and Construct an Eight-Story Multi-Family Residential Building Containing 228 Rental Apartments. Thirteen (13) Percent of the Units (30 Units) Would be Deed Restricted to Serve Lower Income Households. The Project is Proposed in Accordance with California Government Code Section 65589.5(d)(5) “Builders Remedy". A Senate Bill 330 Pre-Application was Filed January 9, 2024. CEQA Status: An Addendum to the Previously Certified Environmental Impact Report for the Housing Incentive Program Expansion and 788 San Antonio Mixed Use Project (SCH # 2019090070) has Been Prepared. Zoning District: CS (AD); Service Commercial (Automobile Dealership). This supplemental report corrects a clerical error. Attachment B – Draft RLUA, was published as part of Staff Report 2603-6125, on item 3 on the June 4, 2026, Architectural Review Board Agenda. Attachment B – Draft RLUA was for the wrong project. This supplemental report provides the correct attachment. ATTACHMENTS Attachment B: Draft RLUA (revised) APPROVED BY: Claire Raybould, Manager of Current Planning Item 3 Item 3 Supplemental Report     Packet Pg. 102     1 1 0 4 0 1 DRAFT ACTION NO. 2026-__ On _________, 2026, the City Council of the City of Palo Alto (“City Council”) approved a Major Architectural Review application for development of 228 residential rental units (“the project”). In approving the application, Council makes the following findings, determinations, and declarations: SECTION 1. Background. A. On January 9, 2024, Acclaim Companies filed a compliant pre-application in accordance with Senate Bill (SB) 330 and with California Government Code Section 65589.5(d)(5) (also known as Builder’s Remedy). B. On April 23, 2024, Acclaim Companies filed an Architectural Review application (24PLN-00120) for construction of a 228-unit residential rental project. The project includes 30 deed-restricted low-income units as well as the following density bonus waivers and concessions in accordance with State Density Bonus Law, and additional protections as a “builder’s remedy project,” under AB 1893: Waiver 1: Garage Opening (83% of frontage where 50% are allowed) Waiver 2: Upper Floor Step-back (6 foot step-back where 10 foot is required) Waiver 3: Bicycle access and clearance (2 feet of landscaping on one side for a total width of 10 feet, where 12 feet with 2 feet of landscaping on each side is required and 5-foot wide bike room access along Leghorn where 12 feet is required) Waiver 4: Side and Rear Elevation Step-back (the North elevation provides a 44.8% step-back, the South elevation provides a 35.5% step-back where 70% of each façade length step-back shall occur between 33 and 37 feet in height when adjacent to one-story buildings) Waiver 5: Front Upper Floor step back (On the Leghorn side, the required upper floor step back extends 45% of the frontage where 70% is required) Waiver 6: Storefront transparency (On the Leghorn Street frontage, the Project does not provide 14-foot floor-to-floor and 50% transparency). Waiver 7: Above Grade Parking (On the Leghorn Street frontage, the above grade parking is not lined with commercial or habitable uses with a minimum depth of 20 feet.) Waiver 8: Open Space (The fourth-floor common open space is 15% landscaped, and the eighth-floor common open space contains no planting, where a minimum of 20% is required. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 103     2 1 0 4 0 1 C. The project site is comprised of two existing lots: APN No. 147-05-012, approximately 43,562 square feet and APN No. 147-05-102, approximately 43,558 square feet, both of which are developed with an existing auto service use; Adjacent uses include a mix of auto service, office, hotel and multi-family uses. D. On January 9, 2024, the applicant submitted a compliant Senate Bill 330 pre- application (24PLN-00011). E. On August 7, 2025, following staff review, the Architectural Review Board held a duly noticed public hearing to review the formal Major Architectural Review application (24PLN-00120) to provide initial feedback on the design. F. On June 4, 2026 the Architectural Review Board held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the addendum to the previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH#2019090070) and recommend ________ of the Major Architectural Review application. G. On ___________, 2026 the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing at which evidence was considered, and all persons were afforded an opportunity to be heard in accordance with the City Council’s policies and procedures. SECTION 2. Environmental Review. The City, as the lead agency for the Project, has prepared an Addendum to the Previously Certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Housing Incentive Program Expansion and 788 San Antonio Mixed Use Project (SCH # 2019090070). Section 3. Architectural Review Findings. In order to make a recommendation of approval, the project must comply with the following Findings for Architectural Review as required in Chapter 18.76.020 of the PAMC. Finding 1: The design is consistent with applicable provisions of the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, coordinated area plans (including compatibility requirements), and any relevant design guides. The project is consistent with Finding #1 because: A summary of the project’s consistency with the Comprehensive Plan is provided in this table. Because the project is a “builder’s remedy project,” as defined in Gov. Code section 65589.5(h)(11), and in accordance with Gov. Code section 65589.5(f)(6)(A), the project is required to comply only with objective, quantifiable, written development standards, conditions, and policies that would have applied to the project had it been proposed on a site with a general plan designation and zoning classification that allow the density and unit type proposed by the applicant. Moreover, in accordance with Gov. Code section 65589.5(f)(6)(D)(iii), a project that complies with such objective standards, conditions, and Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 104     3 1 0 4 0 1 policies “shall be deemed consistent, compliant, and in conformity with an applicable plan, program, policy, ordinance, standard, requirement, redevelopment plan and implementing instruments, or other similar provision for all purposes.” Comp Plan Goals and Policies How project adheres or does not adhere to Comp Plan Housing Element Policy 4.3 Implement development standards, objective design standards, and architectural and green building standards that encourage new high-quality rental and ownership housing. Land Use and Community Design Element Goal L-1 A compact and resilient city providing residents and visitors with attractive neighborhoods, work places, shopping districts, public facilities and open spaces. Policy L-1.3: Infill development in the urban service area should be compatible with its surroundings and the overall scale and character of the city to ensure a compact, efficient development pattern. Policy L-1.4: Commit to creating an inventory of below market rate housing for purchase and rental. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 105     4 1 0 4 0 1 Comp Plan Goals and Policies How project adheres or does not adhere to Comp Plan low-income rental units to the City’s BMR housing stock. Goal L-2 An enhanced sense of “community” with development designed to foster public life, meet citywide needs and embrace the principles of sustainability. The project is designed to comply with CALGreen Tier 2 requirements that incorporate sustainable design, construction, and operational requirements to reduce energy and water operational costs and increase indoor air quality for building owners and occupants. Policy L-2.2 Enhance connections between commercial and mixed use centers and the surrounding residential neighborhoods by promoting walkable and bikeable connections and a diverse range of retail and services that caters to the daily needs of residents. The project site is located on and adjacent to San Antonio Road, defined by a mix of commercial uses and housing. City is recommending a Class IV separated Bikeway which will run along the project’s frontage on San Antonio Road to San Antonio Caltrain Station. Residents would be able to utilize these connections to other surrounding areas. Goal L-6: Well-designed buildings that create coherent development patterns and enhance city streets. The project frontage along San Antonio Road provides a sidewalk and new street trees for an inviting streetscape. The project includes high quality materials such as aluminum storefronts, stone facade panels, glass and metal railings in creating a cohesive design. Policy L-9.2 Encourage development that creatively integrates parking into the project, including by locating it behind buildings or underground wherever possible, or by providing for shared use of parking areas. Encourage other alternatives to surface parking lots that minimize the amount of land devoted to parking while still maintaining safe streets, street trees, a vibrant local economy and sufficient parking to meet demand. Parking would be located inside of the building on the ground floor and partially on the second and third levels of the eight story building. Further, 284 parking spaces would be provided on-site exceeding the El Camino Real focus area parking requirements of 228 spaces. Transportation Element Policy T-3.7 Encourage pedestrian-friendly design features such as sidewalks, street trees, on-street parking, gathering spaces, gardens, outdoor furniture, art and interesting architectural details. The project includes direct connections to the sidewalk that help to activate the frontage along San Antonio Road in addition to new street trees and plantings. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 106     5 1 0 4 0 1 Comp Plan Goals and Policies How project adheres or does not adhere to Comp Plan Policy T-3.9 Support citywide sustainability efforts by preserving and enhancing the tree canopy where feasible within the public right- of-way, consistent with the Urban Forest Management Plan, as amended. The project meets the tree canopy replacement requirements through on-site plantings. The project includes removal of 6 trees and replaces with 25 trees, which are proposed to be located along property lines, in the right of way, and within open space areas. Finding 2: The project has a unified and coherent design, that: a.creates an internal sense of order and desirable environment for occupants, visitors, and the general community, b.preserves, respects and integrates existing natural features that contribute positively to the site and the historic character including historic resources of the area when relevant, c.is consistent with the context-based design criteria of the applicable zone district, d.provides harmonious transitions in scale, mass and character to adjacent land uses and land use designations, e.enhances living conditions on the site (if it includes residential uses) and in adjacent residential areas. The project is consistent with Finding #2 because: The project incorporates a cohesive contemporary architectural design with consistent materials, façade articulation, landscaping, and integrated open space areas that create a functional and attractive residential environment. The site does not contain historic resources or significant natural features. Newly planted landscaping and canopy trees will enhance the streetscape and pedestrian experience. The project has been evaluated against applicable objective zoning and design standards, including the El Camino Real Focus Area standards and PAMC Chapter 18.24. Where the project does not comply with an objective standard, the applicant has requested waivers pursuant to State Density Bonus Law and the Housing Accountability Act as detailed in section 1 of this Record of Land Use Action. The building incorporates upper-level step-backs, façade modulation, material variation, and landscaping to reduce perceived massing and provide appropriate transitions to surrounding commercial, office, hotel, and residential uses. The project also enhances living conditions through the provision of common open space, rooftop amenities, bicycle facilities, and pedestrian-oriented design features. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 107     6 1 0 4 0 1 Finding 3: The design is of high aesthetic quality, using high quality, integrated materials and appropriate construction techniques, and incorporating textures, colors, and other details that are compatible with and enhance the surrounding area. The proposed project incorporates a contemporary architectural design with a cohesive palette of high-quality materials, including stone-textured tile, metal panels, glazing, and textured exterior finishes that are integrated throughout the building façades. The revised design simplifies the material and color palette in response to prior ARB feedback and incorporates additional façade articulation, vertical modulation, and enhanced pedestrian-level detailing to improve the overall architectural quality of the project. The project includes substantial glazing, landscaping, rooftop amenity areas, and pedestrian- oriented ground-floor elements that contribute to an active and visually engaging streetscape along San Antonio Road and Leghorn Street. The building design, materials, textures, and architectural detailing are compatible with the evolving mixed-use and residential character of the surrounding corridor and enhance the visual quality of the site and adjacent public realm. Finding 4: The design is functional, allowing for ease and safety of pedestrian and bicycle traffic and providing for elements that support the building’s necessary operations (e.g. convenient vehicle access to property and utilities, appropriate arrangement and amount of open space and integrated signage, if applicable, etc.). The project provides a functional site layout with clearly defined pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular circulation. Pedestrian access is provided from both San Antonio Road and Leghorn Street through a centralized residential lobby and improved internal circulation design. The project includes long-term and short-term bicycle parking facilities with convenient access from the street frontage and garage areas to support multimodal transportation. Vehicular access is separated between the two street frontages to improve circulation efficiency and reduce conflicts. The project includes three levels of structured parking, loading and delivery areas, passenger drop-off spaces, utility areas, and service functions integrated into the building design. Common and private open space areas, rooftop amenities, landscaping, and pedestrian-oriented ground-floor elements are incorporated throughout the site to support residential livability and overall project functionality. Finding 5: The landscape design complements and enhances the building design and its surroundings, is appropriate to the site’s functions, and utilizes to the extent practical, regional indigenous drought resistant plant material capable of providing desirable habitat that can be appropriately maintained. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 108     7 1 0 4 0 1 The project is consistent with Finding #5 because: The proposed landscape design complements the contemporary architectural character of the project through integrated planting areas, canopy trees, rooftop landscaping, and pedestrian- oriented streetscape improvements along San Antonio Road and Leghorn Street. Landscaping is incorporated throughout the site to soften building massing, enhance the pedestrian environment, and support common open space and amenity areas. The landscape plan includes drought-tolerant and climate-appropriate plant materials consistent with the City’s water conservation goals and long-term maintenance considerations. New landscaping and tree planting improve the visual quality of the site and contribute to a more attractive and livable residential environment for residents and the surrounding neighborhood. Finding 6: The project incorporates design principles that achieve sustainability in areas related to energy efficiency, water conservation, building materials, landscaping, and site planning. In accordance with the City’s Green Building Regulations, the project will satisfy the requirements for CALGreen Mandatory + Tier 2. The project incorporates sustainable design features through compact infill development, multimodal transportation access, structured parking, bicycle facilities, water-efficient landscaping, and rooftop open space areas. The project utilizes drought-tolerant landscaping and climate-appropriate plant materials to support water conservation and long-term site sustainability. SECTION 7. Conditions of Approval Architectural Review. Planning 1. CONFORMANCE WITH PLANS. Construction and development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plans entitled, "762 San Antonio, Palo Alto, CA 94303 uploaded to the Palo Alto Online Permitting Services Citizen Portal on May 18, 2026, as modified by these conditions of approval. 2. BUILDING PERMIT. Apply for a building permit and meet any and all conditions of provided for in this document. A copy of this cover document and conditions of approval shall be printed on the second page of the plans submitted for building permit. 3. BELOW MARKET RATE (BMR) HOUSING. This project is proposed as a Builder’s Remedy project, as defined in AB 1893, and is providing thirteen percent of the proposed 228 base units at prices affordable to lower income households. The applicant shall execute and record a BMR regulatory agreement in a form satisfactory to the City Attorney. The project Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 109     8 1 0 4 0 1 shall conform to the approved regulatory agreement, which shall be recorded prior to issuance of building permit. All BMR units constructed under this condition shall be in conformance with the City’s BMR Program rules and regulations. Failure to comply with the timing of this condition and any adopted BMR Program rules and regulations shall not waive its later enforcement. The provision of on-site units is an alternative means of compliance with the City’s affordable housing requirements. Pursuant Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 16.65.080, subd. (c), and Section 3 of Ordinance 5623, the project will satisfy 86.7% of its affordable housing obligation with on-site units and shall pay the remaining 13.3% of this obligation in the form of housing impact fees. 4. RENTER PROTECTIONS. The project is subject to the renter protection requirements set forth in PAMC Section 9.68.060 for no fault evictions for rental properties with more than 10 units. This includes either rental fee waiver for the last month or relocation assistance as detailed in the municipal code. Notification requirements in accordance with the code is required. Documentation showing compliance with these code requirements must be provided to the project planner prior to issuance of a demolition/deconstruction permit. 5. PROJECT MODIFICATIONS. All modifications to the approved project shall be submitted for review and approval prior to construction. If during the Building Permit review and construction phase, the project is modified by the applicant, it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact the Planning Division/project planner directly to obtain approval of the project modification. 6. LANDSCAPE PLAN. Plantings shall be installed in accordance with the approved plan set prior to occupancy and shall be permanently maintained and replaced as necessary. 7. MITIGATION MEASURE AQ-1: The project has been analyzed to determine the project specific impacts related to air quality and the analysis concludes that BAAQMD approved measures beyond the basic control measures are not required. In accordance with Mitigation Measure AQ-1 of the Housing Incentive Program EIR and AIR 2a of the Comprehensive Plan EIR, the applicant or its designee shall implement BAAQMD- Basic Control requirements, as applicable, during all demolition, grading, and construction activities to reduce construction-related particulate emissions: a. Exposed surfaces (e.g., parking areas, staging areas, soil piles, graded areas, and unpaved access roads) shall be watered two times per day or covered. b. Haul trucks transporting soil, sand, or other loose material off-site shall be covered. c. Visible mud or dirt track-out onto adjacent public roads shall be removed using wet power vacuum street sweepers at least once per day. The use of dry power sweeping is prohibited. d. Vehicle speeds on unpaved roads shall be limited to 15 miles per hour. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 110     9 1 0 4 0 1 e. Roadways, driveways, and sidewalks to be paved shall be completed as soon as possible. Building pads shall be laid as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are used. f. Idling times shall be minimized either by shutting equipment off when not in use or reducing the maximum idling time to five minutes (as required by the California airborne toxics control measure Chapter13, Section 2485 of California Code of Regulations [CCR]). Clear signage explaining this rule shall be provided for construction workers at all access points. g. Construction equipment shall be maintained and properly tuned in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. Equipment shall be checked by a certified mechanic and determined to be running in proper condition prior to operation. h. A publicly visible sign shall be posted with the telephone number and name of an individual working for the construction contractor who can be contacted regarding dust complaints. This person shall respond and take corrective action within 48 hours. The BAAQMD’s phone number shall also be visible to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. 8. MITIGATION MEASURE BIO-1, NESTING BIRD SURVEYS AND AVOIDANCE. Construction, grading, site preparation and other ground-disturbing activities required for development allowed by the proposed HIP expansion that would involve vegetation or tree removal shall be prohibited during the general avian nesting season (February 1 – August 31), if feasible. If nesting season avoidance is not feasible, the applicant shall retain a qualified biologist, as approved by the City of Palo Alto, to conduct a preconstruction nesting bird survey to determine the presence/absence, location, and activity status of any active nests on or adjacent to the development site. The extent of the survey buffer area surrounding the site shall be established by the qualified biologist to ensure that direct and indirect effects to nesting birds are avoided. To avoid the destruction of active nests and to protect the reproductive success of birds protected by the MBTA and CFGC, nesting bird surveys shall be performed not more than 14 days prior to scheduled vegetation clearance and structure demolition. In the event that active nests are discovered, a suitable buffer (typically a minimum buffer of 50 feet for passerines and a minimum buffer of 250 feet for raptors) shall be established around such active nests and no construction shall be allowed within the buffer areas until a qualified biologist has determined that the nest is no longer active (i.e., the nestlings have fledged and are no longer reliant on the nest). No ground disturbing activities shall occur within this buffer until the qualified biologist has confirmed that breeding/nesting is completed and the young have fledged the nest. Nesting bird surveys are not required for construction activities occurring between August 31 and February 1. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 111     10 1 0 4 0 1 9. MITIGATION MEASURE CR-1, WORKER’S ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS PROGRAM (WEAP). For all development subject to the proposed HIP expansion, a qualified archaeologist shall be retained who meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards for archaeology to conduct WEAP training for archaeological sensitivity for all construction personnel prior to the commencement of ground disturbing activities. Archaeological sensitivity training should include a description of the types of cultural resources that may be encountered, cultural sensitivity issues, regulatory issues, and the proper protocol for treatment of the materials in the event of a find. For all development subject to the proposed HIP expansion, in the event that archaeological resources are unearthed during project construction, all earth-disturbing work near the find must be temporarily suspended or redirected until an archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for archaeology (NPS 1983) has evaluated the nature and significance of the find. If the discovery proves to be significant under CEQA, additional work, such as preservation in place or archaeological data recovery, shall occur as required by the archeologist in coordination with City staff and descendants and/or stakeholder groups, as warranted. Once the resource has been properly treated or protected, work in the area may resume. A Native American representative shall be retained to monitor mitigation work associated with Native American cultural material. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 112     11 1 0 4 0 1 1. Ground Disturbance. For ground-disturbing activities for projects associated with the HIP expansion, in the event that an unanticipated fossil discovery is made, then in accordance with SVP (2010) guidelines, it is the responsibility of any worker who observes fossils within the project site to stop work in the immediate vicinity of the find and notify a qualified professional paleontologist who shall be retained to evaluate the discovery, determine its significance and if additional mitigation or treatment is warranted. Work in the area of the discovery will resume once the find is properly documented and authorization is given to resume construction work. Any significant paleontological resources found during construction monitoring will be prepared, identified, analyzed, and permanently curated in an approved regional museum repository. 2. Excavation Below 18 Feet. Prior to the commencement of grading and excavation below a depth of 18 feet for any project associated with the HIP expansion, applicants shall retain a qualified paleontologist approved by the County to monitor grading and excavation. Monitoring onsite shall occur whenever grading activities are occurring. Additional monitors in addition to one full-time monitor may be required to provide adequate coverage if earth-moving activities are occurring simultaneously. Any paleontological resources discovered by construction personnel or subcontractors shall be reported immediately to the paleontologist. In the event undetected buried resources are encountered during grading and excavation, work shall be halted or diverted from the area and the paleontologist shall evaluate the resource and propose appropriate mitigation measures. Measures may include testing, data recovery, reburial, archival review and/or transfer to the appropriate museum or educational institution. All testing, data recovery, reburial, archival review or transfer to research institutions related to monitoring discoveries shall be determined by the qualified paleontologist and shall be reported to the City. 13. MITIGATION MEASURE HAZ-1, SITE RISK MANAGEMENT PLAN. Prior to issuance of permits allowing groundwater dewatering or earth-disturbing activity, the developer shall prepare a site risk management plan (SRMP). The SRMP will address known and unknown environmental issues that may be encountered during development. The plan shall identify appropriate measures to be followed when impacted soil and groundwater are encountered during demolition, excavation, dewatering, and construction. This includes health and safety measures to reduce exposure to potentially impacted soil and groundwater for construction workers and dust control measures to reduce exposure to contaminated dust particles for nearby residents. Health and safety measures shall include the required personal protective equipment (PPE) to be used by site personnel, including action levels and decision criteria for upgrading the levels of PPE. The SRMP shall also identify personnel to be notified, emergency contacts, and a sampling protocol if impacted media is encountered. The excavation and demolition contractors shall be made aware of the possibility of encountering known and unknown hazardous materials including impacted soil and groundwater; and shall be provided with appropriate contact and notification Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 113     12 1 0 4 0 1 information. The plan shall include a provision stating at what point it is safe to continue with the excavation or demolition, and identify the person authorized to make that determination. In addition, the SRMP shall include measures for the appropriate handling and profiling of impacted soil and groundwater to be removed from the project site and disposed offsite. Removal, transportation, and disposal of impacted soil and groundwater shall be performed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances. The SMRP shall be submitted to the City of Palo Alto for review and approval. 14. MITIGATION MEASURE N-1, CONSTRUCTION-RELATED NOISE REDUCTION MEASURES. The applicant shall apply the following measures during construction of projects in the HIP expansion area: Mufflers. Construction equipment shall be properly maintained and all internal combustion engine driven machinery with intake and exhaust mufflers and engine shrouds, as applicable, shall be in good condition and appropriate for the equipment. During construction, all equipment, fixed or mobile, shall be operated with closed engine doors and shall be equipped with properly operating and maintained mufflers, consistent with manufacturers’ standards. Electrical Power. Electrical power, rather than diesel equipment, shall be used to run compressors and similar power tools and to power temporary structures, such as construction trailers or caretaker facilities. Equipment Staging. All stationary equipment (e.g., air compressors, portable generators) shall be staged as far away from sensitive receptors as feasible. Where feasible, construct temporary noise barriers around stationary equipment in a manner that fully blocks the line of sight to residential windows in the adjacent apartment complex. Equipment Idling. Construction vehicles and equipment shall not be left idling for longer than five minutes when not in use. Workers’ Radios. All noise from workers’ radios shall be controlled to a point that they are not audible at sensitive receptors near construction activity. Smart Back-up Alarms. Mobile construction equipment shall have smart back-up alarms that automatically adjust the sound level of the alarm in response to ambient noise levels. Alternatively, back-up alarms shall be disabled and replaced with human spotters to ensure safety when mobile construction equipment is moving in the reverse direction. Sound Barrier. During the demolition, site preparation, grading, building, and paving phases of construction, temporary sound barriers shall be installed and maintained facing sensitive receptors (e.g., residential units, educational facilities) located within 100 feet of the center of construction activity. Temporary sound barriers shall, at a minimum, block the line of sight between Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 114     13 1 0 4 0 1 noise-generating construction equipment and adjacent windows at sensitive receptors and shall be placed as close to the source equipment as feasible. Such barriers shall be field tested to reduce noise by at least 10 dBA at sensitive receptors. A sound barrier can achieve a 5 dBA noise level reduction when it is tall enough to break the line-of-sight from the source equipment to the sensitive receptor, and it can achieve an approximate 1 dBA additional noise level reduction for each 2 feet of height after it breaks the line of sight (FHWA 2011). Mobile sound barriers may be used as appropriate to attenuate construction noise near the source equipment. Disturbance Coordinator. The applicant shall designate a disturbance coordinator who shall be responsible for responding to any local complaints about construction noise. The noise disturbance coordinator shall determine the cause of the noise complaint (e.g., starting too early, bad muffler) and shall require that reasonable measures warranted to correct the problem be implemented. A telephone number for the disturbance coordinator shall be conspicuously posted at the construction site. 15. MITIGATION MEASURE TCR-1, UNANTICIPATED DISCOVERY OF TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES. In the event that cultural resources of Native American origin are identified during construction of any development associated with proposed HIP expansion, all earth-disturbing work in the vicinity of the find must be temporarily suspended or redirected until an archaeologist has evaluated the nature and significance of the find and an appropriate Native American representative, based on the nature of the find, is consulted. If the County, in consultation with local Native Americans, determines that the resource is a tribal cultural resource and thus significant under CEQA, a mitigation plan shall be prepared and implemented in accordance with state guidelines and in consultation with Native American groups. The plan would include avoidance of the resource or, if avoidance of the resource is infeasible, the plan would outline the appropriate treatment of the resource in coordination with the archeologist, if applicable, and the appropriate Native American tribal representative. 16. OPEN AIR LOUDSPEAKERS (AMPLIFIED MUSIC). In accordance with PAMC Section 9.12, no amplified music shall be used for producing sound in or upon any open area, to which the public has access, between the hours of 11:00pm and one hour after sunrise. In addition, all rooftop gardens/decks shall comply with the provisions of PAMC 18.42.230. 17. NOISE THRESHOLDS ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY. NOISE THRESHOLDS ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY. In accordance with PAMC Section 9.10.030, No person shall produce, suffer or allow to be produced by any machine, animal or device, or any combination of same, on residential property, a noise level more than six dB above the local ambient at any point outside of the property plane. At building permit, provide the proposed HVAC specifications. If the proposed decibel level of the HVAC exceeds the decibel level of the Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 115     14 1 0 4 0 1 HVAC evaluated in the CEQA analysis, a noise analysis of the proposed equipment’s consistency with the municipal code shall be required. 18.NOISE REPORT PRIOR TO INSPECTION. Where the acoustical analysis projected noise levels at or within 5 dB less than the Noise Ordinance limits, the applicant shall demonstrate the installed equipment complies with the anticipated noise levels and the Noise Ordinance prior to final Planning inspection approval. 19. SIGN APPROVAL NEEDED. No signs are approved at this time. All signs shall conform to the requirements of Title 16.20 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code (Sign Code) and shall be subject to approval by the Director of Planning. 20. TRASH ROOM. The trash room shall be used solely for the temporary storage of refuse and recycling that is disposed on a regular basis and shall be closed and locked during non- business hours. 21. UTILITY LOCATIONS. In no case shall utilities be placed in a location that requires equipment and/or bollards to encroach into a required parking space. In no case shall a pipeline or water and wastewater services/laterals/meters be placed within 10 feet of a proposed tree and/or tree designated to remain, or within 5 feet where root barrier protection is installed, unless otherwise approved by urban forestry and waste-gas-water. 22. ESTIMATED IMPACT FEE. Development Impact Fees, currently estimated in the amount of $12,889,208.66 shall be paid in accordance with PAMC Chapter 16.64. The final Development Impact Fees shall be calculated before they are due, and payment may be deferred to the date the development is approved for occupancy as set forth in PAMC Section 16.64.030 and as permitted by SB 937. 23. IMPACT FEE 90-DAY PROTEST PERIOD. California Government Code Section 66020 provides that a project applicant who desires to protest the fees, dedications, reservations, or other exactions imposed on a development project must initiate the protest at the time the development project is approved or conditionally approved or within ninety (90) days after the date that fees, dedications, reservations or exactions are imposed on the Project. Additionally, procedural requirements for protesting these development fees, dedications, reservations and exactions are set forth in Government Code Section 66020. IF YOU FAIL TO INITIATE A PROTEST WITHIN THE 90-DAY PERIOD OR FOLLOW THE PROTEST PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 66020, YOU WILL BE BARRED FROM CHALLENGING THE VALIDITY OR REASONABLENESS OF THE FEES, DEDICATIONS, RESERVATIONS, AND EXACTIONS. If these requirements constitute fees, taxes, assessments, dedications, reservations, or other exactions as specified in Government Code Sections 66020(a) or 66021, this is to provide notification that, as of the date of this notice, the 90-day period has begun in which you may protest these requirements. This matter is Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 116     15 1 0 4 0 1 subject to the California Code of Civil Procedures (CCP) Section 1094.5; the time by which judicial review must be sought is governed by CCP Section 1094.6. 24. INDEMNITY. To the extent permitted by law, the Applicant shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its City Council, its officers, employees and agents (the “indemnified parties”) from and against any claim, action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the indemnified parties and the applicant to attack, set aside or void, any permit or approval authorized hereby for the Project, including (without limitation) reimbursing the City for its actual attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in defense of the litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such action with attorneys of its own choice. 25. FINAL INSPECTION. A Planning Division Final inspection will be required to determine substantial compliance with the approved plans prior to the scheduling of a Building Division final. Any revisions during the building process must be approved by Planning. Contact your Project Planner, Kristina Dobkevicius at Kristina.Dobkevicius@paloalto.gov to schedule this inspection. Public Art 26. The applicant has expressed their intent to incorporate public art into the project, and they are tentatively scheduled to go to the Public Art Commission June 18, 2026 for the initial review. Building Division 27. A complete construction set shall be submitted to the building department for review and shall include, but is not limited to: architectural drawings, structural drawings and calculations, mechanical plans, electrical plans, plumbing plans, and Title 24 energy analysis. 28. All sheets shall be stamped and signed by the responsible designer. 29. Construction drawings shall be subject to compliance with the current set of California building codes at the time of permit submittal. Transportation 30. BICYCLE PARKING: The applicant shall provide bicycle parking spaces in accordance with the minimum requirements of PAMC Section 18.54.060, as applicable to the proposed use(s). Residential 1 space per dwelling unit (100% long-term), 10% short-term. 31. All required long-term bicycle parking shall be provided in a restricted-access bicycle enclosures. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 117     16 1 0 4 0 1 32. All required short-term bicycle parking shall consist of racks that allow users to lock both the bicycle frame and at least one wheel. Racks shall be installed in visible, accessible locations no more than 50 feet from the primary building entrance. For developments requiring more than 10 short-term spaces, at least 50% of such spaces shall be covered. Public Works Zero Waste Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 118     17 1 0 4 0 1 40. SALVAGE SURVEY FOR REUSE. A Salvage Survey is required for deconstruction permit applications. The survey shall be conducted by a City approved reuse vendor. The survey submittal shall include an itemized list of materials that are salvageable for reuse from the project. The applicant shall source separate and deliver materials for reuse. Certification is required indicating that all materials identified in the survey are properly salvaged. Contact The ReUse People to schedule this FREE survey by phone (888) 588-9490 or e-mail info@thereusepeople.org. More information can be found at www.TheReusePeople.org. Please upload a completed copy to the deconstruction permit. 41. SOURCE SEPARATION FOR RECYCLING. The applicant shall source separate deconstruction materials into specific categories for recycling. Additional staging areas for source separated materials will need to be considered. All materials shall be delivered to one of the City approved materials recovery facilities listed in Green Halo, all records shall be uploaded to www.greenhalosystems.com. 42. For more information, refer to www.cityofpaloalto.org/deconstruction. 43. Following Conditions Pertains to: Petwash area, garage, leasing office, lobbies, lounge, and mail area; garage, speak easy, lobby, and tech & entertainment rooms; poolside lounge/cabana, clubhouse, fitness center, and courtyard/pool/spa area. a. The following comments below are part of the Palo Alto Municipality Code. If your scope of work includes internal and external bins then cut-sheets for the color-coded internal and external containers, related color-coded millwork, and it’s colored signage must be included in the building plans prior to receiving approval from Zero Waste. Please see below for more details. b. As per Palo Alto Municipal Code 5.20.108 the site is required to have color-coded refuse containers, related color-coded millwork, and colored signage. The three refuse containers shall include recycle (blue container), compost (green container), and garbage (black container). Applicant shall present on the plan the locations and quantity of both (any) internal and external refuse containers, it’s millwork, along with the signage. This requirement applies to any external or internal refuse containers located in common areas such as entrances, conference rooms, back of the house kitchen, café, dining area, and etc. except for restrooms, copy area, and mother’s room. Millwork to store the color-coded refuse containers must have a minimum of four inches in height worth of color-coding, wrapping around the full width of the millwork. Signage must be color coded with photos or illustrations of commonly discarded items. Restrooms must have a green compost container for paper towels and a small black landfill bin for sanitary products. Copy area must have either a recycle bin only or all three refuse receptacles (green compost, blue recycle, and black landfill container). Mother’s room must minimally have a green compost container and black landfill container. Please Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 119     18 1 0 4 0 1 refer to PAMC 5.20.108 and the Internal Container Guide. Examples of appropriate signage can be found in the Managing Zero Waste at Your Business Guide. Electronic copies of these signage can be found on the Zero Waste Palo Alto’s website, https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Public-Works/Zero-Waste/What-Goes- Where/Toolkit#section-2 and hard copies can be requested from the waste hauler, Greenwaste of Palo Alto, (650) 493-4894. Public Works Engineering 44. PUBLIC WORKS APPLICATIONS, FORMS, AND DOCUMENTS. Applicant shall be advised that most forms, applications, and informational documents related to Public Works Engineering conditions can be found at the following link: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Public-Works/Engineering-Services/Forms-and- Permits 45. LOT MERGER. This project is subject to, and contingent upon the approval of a Lot Merger/Lot Line Removal. This shall be done through the approval and recordation of a Certificate of Compliance or a Parcel Map and shall be in accordance with the provisions of the California Subdivision Map Act and Palo Alto Municipal Code Title 21. All existing and proposed property lines, easements, dedications are subject to City’s technical review and staff approval during the map process prior to issuance of any construction permits. 46. MAP OR CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE THIRD-PARTY REVIEW. The City contracts with a third-party surveyor that will review and provide approval of the map’s technical correctness as the City Surveyor, as permitted by the Subdivision Map Act. The Public Works Department will forward a Scope & Fee Letter from the third-party surveyor and the applicant will be responsible for payment of the fee’s indicated therein, which is based on the complexity of the map. 47. STREETWORK PERMIT. The applicant shall obtain a Streetwork Permit from the Department of Public Works for all public improvements. 48. UPGRADE OF EXISTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS. As part of the plan review for improvements within the public right-of-way, any existing improvements to be re-used by the project, which are not to current City standards and are not specifically in these project conditions (such as streetlights, utility covers and lids, etc.), shall be upgraded to current City standards as required by the Director of Public Works and the Director of Utilities. 49. MODIFICATIONS TO EXISTING PUBLIC UTILITIES. The Developer is responsible for any changes or modifications to existing utilities, streets, and public infrastructure within or adjacent to the project site. This includes, but is not limited to, the relocation of utility facilities, conduits, or vaults required due to grade changes in the sidewalk area resulting from the development. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 120     19 1 0 4 0 1 50. DAMAGE TO EXISTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS. The Developer is responsible for repairing any damage to existing public improvements fronting or adjacent to the project site caused by construction, to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department. 51. EXISTING UTILITY ABANDONMENT AND/OR RELOCATION. The Developer is responsible for researching all existing utility lines to ensure there are no conflicts with the project. Any existing utility lines (public or private) or their appurtenances that conflict with the project or do not serve it must be capped, abandoned, removed, relocated, or disposed of to the satisfaction of the City. 52. RE-USE OF EXISTING STORM DRAINS. The re-use of existing City storm drain service lines and appurtenances is subject to City review and approval. The Developer’s contractor shall expose the existing storm drain facilities during construction for City inspection or provide video documentation of their condition. Any deficient facilities, as determined by Public Works, must be replaced by the Developer. 53. STORM DRAIN TRIBUTARY PATTERN. This project must follow the existing storm drain tributary pattern. Any deviations require additional analysis and approval by Public Works during plan review. The project shall not negatively impact the drainage pattern for adjacent properties. 54. GRADING AND EXCAVATION PERMIT. A Grading Permit is required per PAMC Chapter 16.28. The permit application and all applicable documents (see Section H of application) shall be submitted to Public Works Engineering. Add the following note: “THIS GRADING PERMIT WILL ONLY AUTHORIZE GENERAL GRADING AND INSTALLATION OF THE STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. OTHER BUILDING AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS ARE SHOWN FOR REFERENCE INFORMATION ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO SEPARATE BUILDING PERMIT APPROVAL.” 55. CIVIL ENGINEER CERTIFICATION. Upon completion of the rough grading work and at the final completion of the work, applicant shall provide an as-graded grading plan prepared by the civil engineer that includes original ground surface elevations, as-graded ground surface elevations, lot drainage patterns and locations and elevations of all surface and subsurface drainage facilities. The civil engineer shall certify that the work was done in accordance with the final approved grading plan. 56. SOILS ENGINEER CERTIFICATION. Upon completion of the rough grading work and at the final completion of the work, applicant shall provide a soil grading report prepared by the soils engineer, including locations and elevation of field density tests, summaries of field and laboratory tests and other substantiating data, and comments on any changes made during grading and their effect on the recommendations made in the soils engineering investigation report. The soils engineer shall certify as to the adequacy of the site for the intended use. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 121     20 1 0 4 0 1 57. DIRECT CONNECTIONS TO STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. If the project proposes to replace and/or add connections to the City maintained storm drain system, then the applicant may be responsible for improvements to the system. These improvements may include, but not limited to, upsizing the storm drain facility, replacing or adding City standard catch basins, pipes and manholes. This may include replacing brick and mortar manholes. The extent of required improvements will be at the public works staff discretion and shall be consistent with Storm Drain Master Plan and Public Works Construction Standards. Any work on the city's storm drain systems requires permits and inspection by Public Works inspectors. 58. CCTV OF STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. Post construction the applicant may be required to provide CCTV inspection of the City’s storm drain facilities to verify that any lines were not broken, cracked or damaged during construction. The video shall be high resolution and done by professional who is familiar with the process and meticulous. A CCTV inspection video is required for new storm drain connection (s) to verify proper connections were made into the City’s system and that no construction material was left behind. Videos of storm drain system may also be required where construction occurred less than 5-ft from the city’s storm drain system. Videos shall be provided from structure to structure, such as manhole to manhole. Contractor may want to conduct their own inspection in advance of construction to verify the existing pipe integrity. If existing damages are located, they shall be reported to Public Works inspectors prior to the start of construction. If not reported, the contractor may be responsible to restore the pipe segment as determined by Public Works prior to final. 59. GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER STATEMENT. The grading plans shall include the following statement signed and sealed by the Geotechnical Engineer of Record: “THIS PLAN HAS BEEN REVIEWED AND FOUND TO BE IN GENERAL CONFORMANCE WITH THE INTENT AND PURPOSE OF THE GEOTECHNICAL REPORT”. 60. CONSTRUCTION DEWATERING. This project requires a dewatering permit during construction due to the groundwater level relative to the depth of excavation. 61. SWPPP. This proposed development will disturb more than one acre of land. Accordingly, the applicant shall apply for coverage under the State Water Resources Control Board’s (SWRCB) NPDES general permit for storm water discharge associated with construction activity. A Notice of Intent (NOI) shall be filed for this project with the SWRCB in order to obtain coverage under the permit. The General Permit requires the applicant to prepare and implement a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The applicant is required to submit two copies of the NOI and the draft SWPPP to the Public Works Department for review and approval prior to issuance of the building permit. The SWPPP should include both permanent, post-development project design features and temporary measures employed during construction. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 122     21 1 0 4 0 1 62. ENCROACHMENT PERMIT. Prior to any work in the public right-of-way, the applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit from the Public Works Department for any work that encroaches onto the City right-of-way. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 123     22 1 0 4 0 1 70. IMPERVIOUS SURFACE AREA. The project will be creating or replacing 500 square feet or more of impervious surface. Accordingly, the applicant shall provide calculations of the existing and proposed impervious surface areas with the building permit application. The Impervious Area Worksheet for Land Developments form and instructions are available at the Development Center or on our website. To determine the impervious surface area that is being disturbed, provide the quantity on the site plan. 71. EXISTING EASEMENTS. Provide documentation showing approval from the entities affected by the onsite easements to verify that the work within said easements is permitted. 72. PRIOR TO PUBLIC WORKS FINAL/ACCEPTANCE (STORM DRAIN LOGO). The applicant is required to paint “No Dumping/Flows to Adobe Creek” in blue on a white background adjacent to all onsite storm drain inlets. The name of the creek to which the proposed development drains can be obtained from Public Works Engineering. Stencils of the logo are available from the Public Works Environmental Compliance Division, which may be contacted at (650) 329-2598. Include the instruction to paint the logos on the construction grading and drainage plan. 73. PRIOR TO PUBLIC WORKS FINAL/ACCEPTANCE (RECORD DRAWINGS). At the conclusion of the project applicant shall provide digital as-built/record drawings of all improvements constructed in the public right-of-way or easements in which the City owns an interest. Urban Forestry 74. The owner and contractor shall implement all protection and inspection schedule measures, design recommendations and construction scheduling as stated in the TPR and/or Sheet T- 1, and is subject to code compliance action pursuant to PAMC 8.10.080. The required protective fencing shall remain in place until final landscaping and inspection of the project. If called for, project arborist approval must be obtained and documented in the monthly activity report sent to the City. When required, the Contractor and Arborist Monthly Tree Activity Report shall be sent monthly to the City (pwps@cityofpaloalto.org) beginning with the initial verification approval, using the template in the Tree Technical Manual, Addendum 11. 75. Tree Damage, Injury Mitigation and Inspections apply to Contractor. Reporting, injury mitigation measures and arborist inspection schedule (1-5) apply pursuant to TTM, Section 2.20-2.30. Contractor shall be responsible for the repair or replacement of any publicly owned or protected trees that are damaged during construction, pursuant to Title 8 of the PAMC and city Tree Technical Manual, Section 2.25. No storage of material, topsoil, vehicles or equipment shall be permitted within the tree enclosure area. The ground under and around the tree canopy area shall not be altered. Trees to be retained shall be irrigated, aerated and maintained as necessary to ensure survival. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 124     23 1 0 4 0 1 76. TREE PROTECTION VERIFICATION INSPECTION REQUIRED. Prior to any site work, contractor must call Uriel Hernandez at 650-329-2450 to schedule an inspection of any required protective fencing. The fencing shall contain required warning sign and remain in place until final inspection of the project. 77. During the permit phase of a project an applicant must provide the proposed square footage of the rehabilitated landscape to determine if the project requires a MWELO compliance review. Please see the document titled “Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance Compliance Submittals and Guidelines” (https://cityofpaloalto.org/civicax/filebank/documents/76159) to determine if the project qualifies for MWELO Review. If a MWELO review is required, please follow the instructions in the above document when submitting your permit application and plan set. 78. NO NET LOSS OF CANOPY: To comply with the city’s no net loss of canopy policy (Urban Forest Master Plan: Goals 6.A, 6.B & 6.C & Comprehensive Plan Natural Environment Chapter: Goal N-2 and others) all trees 4” DBH and larger are subject to replacement to avoid a loss of canopy at the neighborhood level. Replacement ratios are determined by table 3-1 in the Tree Technical Manual (Section 3.20.C). New landscape tree plantings (24” box or larger) count towards the replacement total. Screening trees may also count toward the total depending on size and species selected. If unable to plant the required number of trees on site (our preferred solution) there is the option to pay in-lieu fees of $650 per each 24” box tree into the forestry fund. 79. The final Plans submitted for building permit shall include the T1 Sheet and all additional TSheets regarding tree protection and mitigation. Fire 80. Install a NFPA 13 Fire Sprinkler System, NFPA 14 Standpipe System, NFPA 20 fire pump, NFPA 24 Fire Underground Service, NFPA 72 voice notification fire alarm system, Emergency Responder Radio Communication System and 2-way Communication System. 81. Fire sprinkler density for parking garage shall be Extra Hazard Group 2. Fire sprinkler for residential area shall be Light Hazard .1gpm/1500 sq ft. Provide Ordinary Hazard 2 fire sprinkler density in bike storage room. 82. Knox Remote Power Boxes are required for the main electrical disconnect, secondary electrical power source disconnects and 100% garage exhaust activation. 83. Submit fire flow analysis report detailing the required fire hydrant water delivery GPM/duration according to the 2022 CA Fire Code Appendix B. PAFD will only allow a 50% required fire flow reduction for fire sprinklered buildings. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 125     24 1 0 4 0 1 84. Upgrade public fire hydrants on San Antonio Rd between Leghorn St and Charleston Rd to current CPAU standards. Install new public FH at the South/East corner of San Antonio Rd and Leghorn St. 85. PAFD Hazmat site closure permit required. 86. Garage will require a manually activated smoke exhaust system for the removal of smoke/toxic fumes in the event of vehicle fires. 87. Do not install elevator shunt trip circuit breaker. Follow 2025 CBC section 3005.4.1 and install smoke detector in elevator machine room. 88. Install an electrical disconnect switch (EPO) for EVCE’s. 89. Each stair shall provide roof access. 90. Install Knox key switch for Fire Department access through garage vehicle security barriers. Watershed Protection The following comments are provided as a courtesy and must be complied with before receiving a Demolition Permit for this project (after the Planning entitlement approval): 91. NOTICE OF REGULATION OF PCB MATERIAL – EFFECTIVE JULY 1st, 2019: Please be advised that new requirements regarding stormwater control during building demolition for polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) became effective starting July 1st, 2019, in accordance with the San Francisco Bay Region Municipal Regional Stormwater NPDES Permit (MRP), Order No. R2-2015-0049. MRP Provision C.12.f. requires that San Francisco Bay Area municipalities develop a program to ensure that PCBs from building materials (e.g. caulk, paint, mastic) do not enter the storm drain system during building demolition. Palo Alto City Council adopted the PCBs regulation in May 2019. For specific questions about your project, please email CleanBay@cityofpaloalto.org, call 650-329-2122 or visit http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/pcbdemoprogram. The following conditions shall apply to ALL projects submitting for a Demolition Permit Application on or after July 1st, 2019: 92. If the project is submitting a demolition permit application on or after July 1st, 2019, then the applicant shall complete and submit the “PCBs Applicant Package,” including any required sampling reports (per the Applicant Package instructions), with the demolition permit application. The PCBs Application Package and other resources are outlined at http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/pcbdemoprogram. The Applicant Package will outline PCBs sampling and reporting requirements that must be met if the project meets ALL of the Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 126     25 1 0 4 0 1 following conditions: The project is a commercial, public, institutional, or industrial structure constructed or remodeled between January 1, 1950 and December 31, 1980. Single-family and two-family homes are exempt regardless of age. The framing of the building contains material other than wood. Wood-frame structures are exempt. The proposed demolition is a complete demolition of the building. Partial demolitions do not apply to the requirements. 93. If the project triggers polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) sampling as identified on the “PCBs Applicant Package,” then the project shall conduct representative sampling of PCBs concentration in accordance with the “Protocol for Evaluating Priority PCBs-Containing Materials before Building Demolition (2018).” If the representative sample results or records DO NOT indicate PCB concentrations ≥50 ppm in one or more “priority materials,” then the screening assessment is complete. Applicant submits screening form and the supporting sampling documentation with the demolition permit application. No additional action is required. If the representative sample results or records DO indicate PCBs concentrations ≥50 ppm in one or more “priority materials,” then the screening assessment is complete, but the Applicant MUST also contact applicable State and Federal Agencies to meet further requirements. Applicant submits screening form and the supporting sampling documentation with the demolition permit application, and also must contact the State and Federal Agencies as indicated on Page 3 of the “PCBs Screening Assessment Form.” 94. IMPORTANT: ADVANCED APPROVAL FROM THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (USEPA) OR OTHER STATE AGENCIES MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO BUILDING DEMOLITION. IT IS RECOMMENEDED THAT APPLICANTS BEGIN THE PCBs ASSESSMENT WELL IN ADVANCE OF APPLYING FOR DEMOLITION PERMIT AS THE PROCESS CAN TAKE BETWEEN 1-3 MONTHS. Water-Gas-Wastewater Utilities 95. Comments forthcoming SECTION 9. Term of Approval. 1. Architectural Review Application. In the event actual construction of the project is not commenced within two years of the Effective Date, the approval shall expire and be of no further force or effect. An extension may be granted in accordance with the allowances set forth in the municipal code and state law. // Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 127     26 1 0 4 0 1 // // // INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: APPROVED: _________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: ___________________________ ___________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ___________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services PLANS AND DRAWINGS REFERENCED: Those plans prepared by Studio T Square, titled “C7_762 San Antonio Road_PLANS.pdf” consisting of 87 pages, dated and submitted May 18, 2026. Item 3 Attachment B - Draft RLUA     Packet Pg. 128