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HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff Report 2604-6296CITY OF PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting Monday, September 14, 2026 Council Chambers & Hybrid 5:30 PM     Agenda Item     7.PUBLIC HEARING / QUASI-JUDICIAL. 375 Hamilton Avenue [26PLN-00050]: Request for Major Architectural Review Approval for the Construction of a New Six-Story Parking Garage with a Total of 265 Parking Spaces on the Existing Surface-Level Parking Lot D. CEQA Status: Prior Environmental Impact Report Certified (Council Resolution No. 9818, February 11, 2019). An Addendum to the Previously Certified Environmental Impact Report (SCH# 2017052040) has Been Prepared in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15164. Zoning District: PF (Public Facilities). Staff Presentation, Applicant Presentation 9 8 8 2 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: ACTION ITEMS Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: September 14, 2026 Report #: 2604-6296 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING / QUASI-JUDICIAL. 375 Hamilton Avenue [26PLN-00050]: Request for Major Architectural Review Approval for the Construction of a New Six-Story Parking Garage with a Total of 265 Parking Spaces on the Existing Surface-Level Parking Lot D. CEQA Status: Prior Environmental Impact Report Certified (Council Resolution No. 9818, February 11, 2019). An Addendum to the Previously Certified Environmental Impact Report (SCH# 2017052040) has Been Prepared in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15164. Zoning District: PF (Public Facilities). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council (CC): 1. Consider the Addendum to the previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (Council Resolution No. 9818, February 11, 2019); and 2. Approve the Major Architectural Review (AR) application based on findings and subject to conditions of approval in the Record of Land Use Action (RLUA) in Attachment B. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The subject application is a request from City of Palo Alto Public Works Engineering for Major Architectural Review for a new six-story parking garage with 265 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 City Council recommend approval of the project based on findings and subject to conditions of approval in the Record of Land Use Action (RLUA). BACKGROUND The Downtown Parking Garage project was first introduced in the City Council’s 2014 Infrastructure Plan as part of the City’s broader effort to improve downtown parking availability. 9 8 8 2 Between 2017 and 2018, Watry Design, Inc. (Watry) completed the preliminary design and environmental review for a 338-space, six-level parking structure, which included five levels above grade and one level below grade, on Lot D (Hamilton Avenue and Waverley Street). The City Council certified the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and approved the Major Architectural Review application for the parking garage in February 2019. Shortly thereafter, the project was placed on hold to allow further evaluation of alternative parking management strategies.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.3 April 11, 2017: Council provided direction on legislative approach. 4 May 31, 2017: PTC Scoping Meeting. 5 August 24, 2017: Historic Resources Board (HRB) Study Session. 6 September 7, 2017: Architectural Review Board (ARB) Study Session. 7 February 15, 2018: ARB hearing to review the project plans and hear public testimony regarding the Draft EIR.8 June 21, 2018: ARB hearing to consider the Draft EIR published May 18, 2018, and provide comments on the proposed design. 9 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 https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes-reports/reports/city-manager-reports- cmrs/year-archive/2016/id.-7418-downtown-parking-garage-site-and-design-contract-approval.pdf 4 https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/planning-and- transportation-commission/2017-agendas-minutes-and-reports/ptc-05.31.17-3.pdf 5 https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/planning-and- transportation-commission/2017-agendas-minutes-and-reports/may-31-2017-staff-report-8026.pdf; https://midpenmedia.org/planning-transportation-commission-49/ 6 https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/historic-resources- board/2017/375-hamilton-ave- id8329.pdf?_gl=1*1mtcheg*_gcl_au*MTgzMTEyOTQ0Ni4xNzYyNDkzMDg2*_ga*NjU3MTA1ODUyLjE3NjI0OTMwO Dk.*_ga_G4NQGK6D25*czE3NjI1NTU3MjgkbzYkZzEkdDE3NjI1NTY3MDckajE5JGwwJGgw; https://midpenmedia.org/historic-resources-board-42/; https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/civicax/filebank/documents/62562 7cityofpaloalto.org/civicax/filebank/documents/61802 8 https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/architectural- review-board/2018/375-hamilton-id8776.pdf 9 https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/architectural- review-board/2018/375-hamilton-id-8918.pdf 9 8 8 2 February 11, 2019: Council certified the Final EIR and Approved a Record of Land Use Action (RULA) approving Architectural Review Application 17PLN-00360. 19 In December 2023, Council directed staff to resume work on the Downtown Parking Garage project, with a new goal of integrating it with future affordable housing development on the site.20 This direction aligns with the City’s 2023–2031 Housing Element,21 specifically Program 1.4, which identifies the redevelopment of up to six City-owned surface parking lots to accommodate approximately 290 affordable housing units. The Housing Element also states that any displaced public parking should be replaced 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. To advance these objectives, Council authorized a contract with Watry Design, Inc. in December 2024 to provide design, environmental review, and construction administration services for a new parking garage.22 The scope included development of preliminary design options that maximize parking supply while accommodating a future residential component. On April 14, 2025,23 staff presented multiple design options to Council. Council directed staff to proceed with Option 1a, which included a six-level, above-ground parking structure with 274 spaces and a reserved area for future affordable housing with separate access from Waverley Street. As project design has advanced, the total number of parking spaces has been reduced from 274 to 265 spaces, primarily due to design modifications required to accommodate updated electrical infrastructure. Changes in regulations no longer allow certain electrical services to be located below grade, necessitating additional above-grade space for these utilities and resulting in the loss of approximately one parking stall per level. The design also includes expanded electrical room space at Level 1 to support emergency power and future electrical capacity for the anticipated residential component. In addition, the project incorporates a larger trash enclosure to accommodate refuse storage and collection for the adjacent property at 560 Waverley Street, which currently has a zero-lot-line condition. On December 4, 2025,24 the ARB conducted a study session to review preliminary design concepts, including three façade options based on Council’s selected scheme. The ARB provided 19 https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/public-works/engineering-services/webpages/pe-15007- downtown-parking-garage/375-hamiltion-rlua-executed.pdf?t=40790.62 20 City Council, December 11, 2023; Item #8; SR #2309-2043 21 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 22 City Council, December 2, 2024, SR#2410-3609 https://portal.laserfiche.com/Portal/DocView.aspx?id=111841&repo=r-704298fc 23 April 14, 2025, City Council Report: https://portal.laserfiche.com/Portal/DocView.aspx?id=162794&repo=r- 704298fc&searchid=59ac5e2c-f44f-498a-90b5-a542bb41464a 24 December 4, 2025, ARB report: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=16843&compileOutputType=1 9 8 8 2 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. Requested Entitlements, Findings, and Purview: 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. In accordance with PAMC Section 18.40.170, the director may forward a decision for final action to the City Council, which is the process used for this application. AR projects are evaluated against specific findings. The findings for approval are provided in Attachment B. Development Standards Exception: PAMC Section 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. 9 8 8 2 is surrounded by a variety of low to mid-rise buildings. Immediately surrounding the site are commercial buildings and restaurants along Waverley Street, All Saints Episcopal Church to the east, the AT&T building to the west and U.S. Post Office across Hamilton Avenue to the south. The proposed six-story parking garage would replace the existing surface parking lot. ANALYSIS 31 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. 31 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 9 8 8 2 The project site is also identified in the Housing Element’s Housing Inventory with a projected capacity of 44 units, including 22 low-income and 22 very-low-income units. This projected capacity is based on site acreage and density assumptions and does not require the site to be developed with exactly 44 units. The site may be developed with other uses, provided that the City continues to maintain adequate housing capacity to meet its RHNA obligations. Downtown Urban Design Guidelines 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. 9 8 8 2 Figure 1: Downtown Urban Design Guidelines, page 52 Zoning Consistency Analysis The project site is zoned Public Facility (PF). Allowed uses within this zone district include public facilities and uses owned or leased by the City of Palo Alto. Both the parking garage and any future affordable housing on the site are permitted uses, so long as the site continues to be owned or leased by the City. The proposed plans exceed the allowable height, floor area, and setbacks, including a seven- foot special setback on Hamilton Avenue. However, in accordance with PAMC Section 18.28.060(e), on PF zoned sites within the Downtown business district where the primary use is a parking facility and it is owned or leased and operated or used by the City of Palo Alto, Council may modify any development standard set forth in PAMC Section 18.28.050 and setbacks lines established by a special setback map to achieve community objectives. The code states that these exceptions shall be included in the review of the applicable development review process. The project includes construction of a public parking garage to support parking for the downtown area. An analysis of the project’s consistency with the PF Zone District Development Standards is included in Attachment C. Multi-Modal Access Vehicular ingress and egress are proposed via a combined entrance and exit along Hamilton Avenue near the southern corner of the site. The existing one-way service access (Lane 21), with entry from Waverley Street and exit to Bryant Street, would be retained and enhanced with architectural paving, landscaped planters, and upgraded lighting as illustrated in Figure 2. 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. 9 8 8 2 The proposed electrical and trash rooms are strategically located to support efficient operations. This includes provisions for trash and recycling serving both the project site and an adjacent property on Waverley Street (Lot 85), as well as the publicly accessible plaza. Sidewalk improvements are proposed along both Hamilton Avenue and Waverley Street, with widths increased to approximately 12 feet and 17 feet and 10 inches, respectively, before tapering to match existing conditions, thereby enhancing pedestrian circulation and streetscape quality. A pedestrian pathway through the structure provides a connection from the bicycle parking area near Waverley Street to Lane 21 adjacent to the CVS building. 9 8 8 2 Figure2: Proposed Access &Circulation, Sheet 2.1 9 8 8 2 Figure 3: Renderings from the Plan Set on Sheet 3.15 Attachment E 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. At its June 4, 2026, hearing33, the ARB reviewed the revised project and recommended approval to the City Council based on required findings and subject to conditions of approval in the Record of Land Use Action (Attachment B). In the motion, the ARB also recommended considering a minimum 5-foot wide clear path adjacent to the staircase to facilitate pedestrian access and circulation. The intent of this recommendation was to ensure that the staircase and associated site improvements do not impede access to future development potential of the adjacent plaza area. The project plans have now been revised to reflect this recommendation. Consistency with AR Application Findings Pursuant to PAMC Section 18.77.070, approval of a Major AR application requires compliance with the required findings set forth in PAMC Section 18.76.020(d). Staff found the project to be consistent with these findings as detailed in Attachment B. 33 ARB, June 4, 2026, SR#: 2601-5814: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/api/compilemeetingattachmenthistory/historyattachment/?historyId=4b737cf9-2819- 4306-b1ac-06c99276576b 9 8 8 2 FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 35 the property owner at 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. 35 ARB, December 4, 2025, SR#: 2510-5376: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=16843&compileOutputType=1 9 8 8 2 signal changes to be reviewed as part of the project. With respect to the CEQA concern, staff have determined that the parking garage at 375 Hamilton Avenue and proposed housing project at 450 Lytton Avenue are sufficiently independent – in that they serve different purposes and can be implemented independently – that it is appropriate to analyze them separately under CEQA. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: 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 TED CALIFORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRIL 1 6 1894 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 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 265 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 265 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 Architectural Review Board held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the addendum to the previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH# 2017052040) and recommend approval of the Major Architectural Review application. E. On September 14, 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. 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, 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. 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 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 Page 5 responsibility to highlight any proposed changes to the project and to bring it to the project planner’s attention. 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 Page 6 encroachment permit from the Public Works Department for any work that encroaches onto the City right-of-way. 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. Page 7 PCE TRANSPORTATION 27. TRAFFIC SIGNAL UPGRADES a. The project shall include updated signal heads and associated signal framework to 12” signal heads, per City's current traffic signal standards. b. The project shall install accessible pedestrian pushbuttons in conformance with current ADA and MUTCD standards. Where existing underground conduits are determined to be insufficient in capacity or condition to accommodate the required traffic signal and APS improvements, the project shall install new underground conduit, or replace existing conduits, as needed to provide adequate capacity. 28. ADA-COMPLIANT CURB RAMP. The project shall reconstruct and/or upgrade the pedestrian curb ramp at the northeast corner of the subject intersection to bring it into full compliance with current ADA standards and City curb ramp design standards. 29. TRANSPORTATION ANALYSIS AND TURN TEMPLATES. An updated transportation analysis reflecting all proposed changes to the project's traffic circulation and control features, e.g. the removal of the traffic signal at Gilman Street / Hamilton Ave, curb line changes, shall be provided included truck and bus turn templates consistent with the latest project plans. 30. VTA BUS STOP COORDINATION. The existing bus stop on Hamilton Ave will be impacted by construction activities associated with the project, the applicant/developer shall coordinate with the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) regarding any temporary impacts, including but not limited to temporary relocation, closure, signage, or passenger accommodations during construction. Prior to commencement of construction activities affecting the bus stop, the applicant shall coordinate with VTA through their review process. The contact information is bus.stop@vta.org. 31. The trash enclosure is not large enough to accommodate the service levels for 560 Waverley Street and parking garage waste. 32. Service level estimate for 560 Waverley Street includes (1) 2 CY compost bin 3x/wk, (1) 2 CY Recycle bin 4x/wk, (1) 32-gal landfill 1x/wk. Service level estimate for parking garage waste is (2) 96-gal landfill carts 2x/wk , (2) 96-gal recycle carts 2x/wk, (1) 96-gal compost cart 1x/wk. 33. Should be a total of 8 containers inside of the enclosure. Please show the estimated service containers inside of the enclosure. Identify containers by labelling them with the container size and waste stream type (compost, recycle, landfill). Show clearance between containers. 34. Sufficient clearance for container lids to open fully is required. 35. The containers within the refuse enclosure must be equally and easily accessible, have 36 inches (or 6 inches if they are carts) between each of the bins, and at least a 6’ wide aisle space. 36. Applicant is required to follow the “Refuse Enclosure Guidelines” and the “Enclosure Design Guide” when designing and building the refuse enclosure. Page 8 37. Trash enclosure doors look to be 90 degrees on plan set, not acceptable. Hinged doors are acceptable, but should open outward and at minimum of 120 degrees. Recommendations are for site to utilize either a roll up door or a sliding door. Would eliminate issues with the pedestrian walkway. If doing hinged doors, 180 degrees would be preferred with latch to secure door in place while doors are being opened. 38. Need project to clarify if there will be used cooking oil containers that must be housed from the 560 Waverley Street. If yes, must show on enclosure design how the grease bin will be separated from the refuse bins for safety concerns. PUBLIC ART 39. Artist Amy Landesberg has developed a conceptual proposal for artwork to be integrated on the wall of the garage. The concept is scheduled to go to the Public Art Commission for approval April 16, 2026. Once approved, the artist will begin detailed design development in coordination with the 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 40. The proposed removal of protected trees and reasons for their removals in the most recent version of the updated Arborist report remains limited to inventory notes on their condition. The abovementioned reasons are not compliant with PAMC 8.10.050. If proposed tree removals are driven by condition alone and not a conflict with the proposed design, then risk assessments for each protected tree quantifying the risk of keeping them (i.e hazardous), must be provided by the consulting Arborist. 41. If proposed removals are driven by design conflicts with tree locations, then design alternatives which are financially infeasible must be outlined. Language regarding hazardous trees and financial feasibility with respect to design alternatives are outlined in code 8.10.050. 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. Page 9 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: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: _________________________ ____________________________ City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services PLANS AND DRAWINGS REFERENCED: Those plans prepared by Watry Design, Inc., titled “C4_375 Hamilton Ave_PLANS.pdf” consisting of 43 pages, dated and submitted July 6, 2026. 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) 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 feet or 35 feet when located within 150 feet 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 86 265 Bicycle Parking To be determined by Director 0 42 long term bicycle spaces Loading Space To be determined by Director 0 Not provided watrydesign.com Aug 10th 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. Northwest 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. Arborist Report identifies eight trees on the property, including one protected Coast Live Oak. 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 + underground parking, had a retail space at Waverley, and didn’t dedicate land for future housing. The garage featured similar design elements and materials as 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. Project Page 2 of 3 WDI 16-138A Aug 10, 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 sixteen feet from the property line. This allows access to the back sides of the Waverley businesses for egress. 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 68’-0” (to the top of PV). The main vehicle entry / exit shall be on Hamilton Avenue near the south corner of the lot. The primary stairs 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. Areas for landscaping, including planted areas and green walls, are provided at Hamilton, Waverley and the Paseo. New street trees along Hamilton and Waverley shall be coordinated with Palo Alto Urban Forestry. This project will be constructed to accommodate photovoltaic panels at the roof. This ARB package includes design of the corner plaza connecting the paseo and a further development of selected building façade from preliminary ARB. Façade of the parking garage will also incorporate Amy Landesberg’s work, who was chosen by Palo Alto’s public art department. Art will be developed during the design of the garage. 4. PARKING & BICYCLE SPACES This project shall include 265 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 long term bike storage space shall be entered along the paseo, allowing separation of vehicular and bicycle traffic. This space shall be approximately 650 square feet and has space for about 52 bicycles, 2 cargo bikes and a bike repair station. 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 220 square feet. It will serve 560 Waverley. There is also a separate Grease Bin enclosure provided for 560 Waverly which is approximately 50 square feet. 6. GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS This project shall satisfy requirements for the Palo Alto Energy Reach Code, New Construction. This project shall satisfy requirements for the Palo Alto CalGreen and EnergyStar Ordinance, New Construction and Addition Projects greater than 10,000 square feet. 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 408-483-4085 if you have any questions. Project Page 3 of 3 WDI 16-138A Aug 10, 2026 watrydesign.com Sincerely, Gordon Knowles Principal Watry Design Inc. Ken Hayes Principal Hayes Group Architects ATTACHMENT E Project Plans In order to reduce paper consumption, a limited number of hard copy project plans are provided to City Council 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 documents 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 September 14, 2026 www.PaloAlto.gov 375 Hamilton Avenue Downtown Parking Garage Major Architectural Review Presented by Kristina Dobkevicius 1 PROJECT LOCATION Public Facilities (PF) The PF public facilities district is designed to accommodate governmental, public utility, educational, and community service or recreational facilities. This facility is owned and operated by the City of Palo Alto 2 PROJECT OVERVIEW •Surface parking Lot D (86 spaces) •Capital Improvement Project PE-15007 •EIR certified on 02/11/2019 •Based on Option 1a design chosen by City Council on 04/14/2025 (274 spaces) •ARB: 12/04/2025, and 06/04/2026 •Six-story parking garage •265 parking spaces •Not within 150’ of residential uses •Plaza – future affordable housing site (15 units) •Development Standards Exception per PAMC 18.28.060 (e) allow for an increased FAR, height, and reduced setbacks, to accommodate public parking garages within the Downtown District 3 PLANS and ELEVATIONS 4 ELEVATIONS 5 PLAZA DESIGN PUBLIC ART 6 1 KEY CONSIDERATIONS 7 •Downtown Design Guidelines •Public Facility (PF) PAMC 18.28.060 (e) •Major AR findings per PAMC 18.77.070 18 RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council: •Consider the Addendum to the previously certified EIR (Council Resolution No. 9818, February 11, 2019); and •Approve the Major Architectural Review application based on findings and subject to conditions of approval in the Record of Land Use Action in Attachment B. 1 NEXT STEPS 9 •Return to City Council: ➢Award a Construction Management Services contract ➢Approve a Watry contract amendment for additional design services, including utility relocation to a joint trench and other design changes •January 2027 - Complete Construction Documents •Early 2027 - Submit for Building Permits •Late 2027 - Award Construction Contract & Begin Construction Kristina Dobkevicius Associate Planner Kristina.Dobkevicius@PaloAlto.gov (650) 496-6945 LOT D PARKING GARAGE CITY OF PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING 09.14.2026 SITE CONTEXT: VICINITY MAP HAMILTON AVE. WA V E R L E Y S T . BR Y A N T S T . UNIVERSITY AVE. CO W P E R S T . GI L M A N S T . LOT D N 541-549 CDC(GF)(P)All SaintsEpiscopal Church 50 . 0 ' 50 . 0 ' 10 0 . 0 ' 204.8' 20 0 . 0 ' 68.8' 51 . 7 ' 15 0 . 0 ' 123.0' 50 . 0 ' 50 . 0 ' 529 380 PF Post Office HISTORIC CATEGORY 1 & NATIONAL REGISTER 533 35 2 - 3 6 4 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) 510 CDC(GF)(P) 526 555 CDC(P) 37 6 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) 38 0 - 3 8 2 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) 38 4 - 3 9 6 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) HI S T O R I C C A T . 3 550-552 CDC(GF)(P) 558-560 CDC(GF)(P) 375 HAMILTON PF 643 PF HAMILTON AVENUE GI L M A N S T R E E T WA V E R L E Y S T R E E T LANE 21 CPA Dev Ctr 514 278 540 518-526 530-536 345 PF 285 555-595 CDC(GF)(P) 535-539 CDC(GF)(P) 516 BR Y A N T S T R E E T 10 0 . 0 ' 150.0' 15 0 . 0 ' 42 7 - 4 5 3 636 CDC(P) 628 CDC(P) 635 CDC(P) 45 5 400 CDC(P) 42 1 640-646 CDC(P) 41 1 - 4 1 9 37.5' 18 . 0 ' 75.0' 13 0 . 0 ' 100.0' 37.5' 12 7 . 5 ' 59 . 0 ' 107.0' 41 . 0 ' 107.0' 107.0' 520 459 CDC(P) 433-439 CDC(P) 425 CDC(P) 43 6 - 4 5 2 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) HI S T O R I C C A T . 2 45 6 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) HI S T O R I C C A T . 1 VA R S I T Y T H E A T E R 42 8 - 4 3 2 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) 46 0 - 4 7 6 HI S T O R I C C A T . 2 46 3 45 144 1 48 0 - 4 9 8 HI S T O R I C C A T . 2 44 7 CO W P E R S T R E E T 218.0' 15 . 0 ' 7.0' 50.0'25.0'25.0'25.0'25.5'74.5' 13 5 . 0 ' 33 7 33 9 32 3 31 7 35 3 35 5 36 7 37 5 40 5 40 3 461 38 3 460 37 933 5 32 1 UNIVERSITY AVENUE LANE 20 WEST 13 5 . 0 ' 43 5 42 9 42 5 41 5 - 41 9 40 5 40 3 42 3 447LANE 30 10 0 . 0 ' 150.0' 15 0 . 0 ' 59 . 0 ' 107.0' 41 . 0 ' 107.0' 107.0' 93 . 0 ' 100.0' 100.0' 10 0 . 0 ' 45.0' 10 0 . 0 ' 45.0' 10 0 . 0 ' 10 0 . 0 ' 140.0' 15 0 . 0 ' 90 . 0 ' 150.0' 90 . 0 ' 150.0' 10 0 . 0 ' 45.0' 10 0 . 0 ' 45.0' 10 0 . 0 ' 50.0' 10 0 . 0 ' 50.0' 540 49 9 46 7 51 2 609 605 51 8 48 2 48 6 49 6 610 630 45 5 47 0 530 PF 611 48 4 CO W P E R S T R E E T 345 CDC(P) 650-654 CDC(P)661 HISTORIC CAT. 2 635 CDC(P) 300 CDC(P) 675 HISTORIC CAT. 2 CAT. 2 HISTORIC CAT. 3 HISTORIC CAT. 2 642 PF 34 0 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) 37 0 - 3 7 4 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) PC-4195 31 8 - 3 2 4 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) 32 6 - 3 3 8 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) 40 0 CD C ( G F ) ( P ) UN I O N B A N K 300-314 CDC(GF)(P) CDC(GF)(P) 270 SITE CONTEXT: PARCEL MAP BASIS OF BEARINGS BENCHMARK LEGEND CITY OF PALO ALTODOWNTOWN PARKING GARAGE 06/10/2025 CLIENT NAME:PROJECT NAME:DATE ISSUED: ©WATRY DESIGN, INC. 2025 PROJECT NUMBER:SHEET:SHEET NAME: 20251240 EXISTING CONDITIONSC-1 NOTE HISTORIC CAT. 2 SITE CONTEXT: VICINITY MAP HAMILTON AVE. WA V E R L E Y S T . BR Y A N T S T . UNIVERSITY AVE. GI L M A N S T . LOT D N SITE CONTEXT: NEIGHBORING BUILDINGS PALO ALTO POST OFFICE SITE CONTEXT: NEIGHBORING BUILDINGS WAVERLEY STREET RETAIL SITE CONTEXT: NEIGHBORING BUILDINGS HAMILTON AVENUE PROPOSED SITE PLAN ELEC.TRASH BIKE PROGRAM a.SIX LEVEL ABOVE GROUND PARKING GARAGE FOR 265 PARKING STALLS PROGRAM PROPOSED SITE PLAN ELEC.TRASH BIKE PROGRAM a.SIX LEVEL ABOVE GROUND PARKING GARAGE FOR 265 PARKING STALLS b.4,048 SQUARE FEET OPEN SPACE FOR FUTURE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM PROPOSED SITE PLAN ELEC.TRASH BIKE PROGRAM a.SIX LEVEL ABOVE GROUND PARKING GARAGE FOR 265 PARKING STALLS b.4,048 SQUARE FEET OPEN SPACE FOR FUTURE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT c.AMENITIES: 52 LONG TERM & 10 SHORT TERM BIKE SPACES, TRASH ENCLOSURE PROGRAM PROPOSED SITE PLAN ELEC.TRASH BIKE ELEC.TRASH BIKE PROGRAM PROGRAM PROPOSED SITE PLAN a.SIX LEVEL ABOVE GROUND PARKING GARAGE FOR 265 PARKING STALLS b.4,048 SQUARE FEET OPEN SPACE FOR FUTURE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT c.AMENITIES: 52 LONG TERM & 10 SHORT TERM BIKE SPACES, TRASH ENCLOSURE d.PUBLIC ART PROGRAM BY AMY LANDESBERG PROGRAM a.SIX LEVEL ABOVE GROUND PARKING GARAGE FOR 265 PARKING STALLS b.4,048 SQUARE FEET OPEN SPACE FOR FUTURE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT c.AMENITIES: 52 LONG TERM & 10 SHORT TERM BIKE SPACES, TRASH ENCLOSURE d.PUBLIC ART PROGRAM BY AMY LANDESBERG e.PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAY PROGRAM PROPOSED SITE PLAN ELEC.TRASH BIKE SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS ELEC.TRASH BIKE SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS MINIMAL SETBACK SOLID FIRE RATED WALL ELEC.TRASH BIKE SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS MINIMAL SETBACK SOLID FIRE RATED WALL 16’ SETBACK, 9’-6” TO PLANTER ELEC.TRASH BIKE MINIMAL SETBACK SOLID FIRE RATED WALL 16’ SETBACK, 9’-6” TO PLANTER SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 10’ SETBACK FOR OPEN STRUCTURE ELEC.TRASH BIKE REMOVE 7’ SPECIAL SETBACK ON HAMILTON MINIMAL SETBACK SOLID FIRE RATED WALL 16’ SETBACK, 9’-6” TO PLANTER SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 10’ SETBACK FOR OPEN STRUCTURE ELEC.TRASH BIKE PROVIDE 2' SETBACK AND 12’ SIDEWALK AT HAMILTON MINIMAL SETBACK SOLID FIRE RATED WALL 16’ SETBACK, 9’-6” TO PLANTER 10’ SETBACK FOR OPEN STRUCTURE SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS ELEC.TRASH BIKE SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 25’17.5’17.5’ 24’ 18’ 18’ 22’ ELEC.TRASH BIKE SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 3. 20% OPEN WALL AREA REQUIRED AT 40% OF THE PERIMETER. ELEC.TRASH BIKE ELEC.TRASH BIKE SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 3. 20% OPEN WALL AREA REQUIRED AT 40% OF THE PERIMETER. 4. ZONES FOR PLANTING & BENCHES PROPOSED SITE PLAN 5. AUTOMOBILE ACCESS SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 3. 20% OPEN WALL AREA REQUIRED AT 40% OF THE PERIMETER. 4. ZONES FOR PLANTING & BENCHES ELEC.TRASH BIKE PROPOSED SITE PLAN 5. AUTOMOBILE ACCESS SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 3. 20% OPEN WALL AREA REQUIRED AT 40% OF THE PERIMETER. 4. ZONES FOR PLANTING & BENCHES 6. BICYCLE ACCESS ELEC.TRASH BIKE PROPOSED SITE PLAN 5. AUTOMOBILE ACCESS 7. PEDESTRIAN ACCESS SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 3. 20% OPEN WALL AREA REQUIRED AT 40% OF THE PERIMETER. 4. ZONES FOR PLANTING & BENCHES 6. BICYCLE ACCESS ` ELEC.TRASH BIKE ENTRY ENTRY ENTRY ENTRY ENTRY PASEO ENTRY PROPOSED SITE PLAN SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 8. VERTICAL CIRCULATION 5. AUTOMOBILE ACCESS 7. PEDESTRIAN ACCESS SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 3. 20% OPEN WALL AREA REQUIRED AT 40% OF THE PERIMETER. 4. ZONES FOR PLANTING & BENCHES 6. BICYCLE ACCESS ` ELEC.TRASH BIKE ` ELEC.TRASH BIKE 5. AUTOMOBILE ACCESS 7. PEDESTRIAN ACCESS SITE & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 1. SETBACK FROM ADJACENT LOTS 2. PARKING STALL, AISLE AND RAMP WIDTHS 3. 20% OPEN WALL AREA REQUIRED AT 40% OF THE PERIMETER. 4. ZONES FOR PLANTING & BENCHES 6. BICYCLE ACCESS PROPOSED SITE PLAN 9. OPEN SPACE AT WAVERLEY STREET AND HAMILTON AVE. SITE AND DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 8. VERTICAL CIRCULATION HAMILTON AVE. ELEVATION WAVERLEY ST. ELEVATION ELEVATIONS HAMILTON AVE. ELEVATION ELEVATIONS ARTWORK LOCATION WAVERLEY ST. ELEVATION ELEVATION AT PASEO ELEVATIONS ELEVATION AT PASEO ELEVATION AT ALLEY SIDE ELEVATION AT HAMILTON PLAZA MATERIALS PROMINENT CORNER STAIR WITH OPEN RAIL VERTICAL FINS WITH TERRA COTTA FINISH PERFORATED METAL SCREENBOARD FORM CONCRETE SMOOTH SURFACE CONCRETE WITH BUFF COLOR CLIMBING VINES ON STAINLESS STEEL CABLE SYSTEM CORNER OF WAVERLEY AND HAMILTON HAMILTON AVE. ELEVATION WAVERLEY ST. ELEVATION VIEWS ALONG PEDESTRIAN ‘PASEO’ IN WAVERLEY PLAZA GARAGE ENTRY ENTRIES ALONG HAMILTON AVE STAIR AT CORNER OF HAMILTON & WAVERLEYPEDESTRIAN ENTRY AT HAMILTON AVENUE CORNER PLAZA, DAY ONE LANDSCAPE PLAN MATERIAL AND PLANT SELECTIONS PLAZA DESIGN CORNER PLAZA, WITH HOUSING CORNER PLAZA, WITH ALTERNATE HOUSING LEVEL ONE PLAN LEVEL TWO AND THREE PLANS LEVEL FOUR AND FIVE PLANS LEVEL SIX AND ROOF PLANS BUILDING SECTIONS