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Ordinance No. 2303 <br /> Page 11 of 19 <br /> review procedures and findings for approval set forth in Sections 18.22.050 and <br /> 18.22.060 of Chapter 18.22, Housing Site Compliance. <br /> B. Projects on housing opportunity sites designated and/or rezoned as part of the 2023-2031 <br /> Housing Element), which are subject to Housing Site Compliance pursuant to the <br /> provisions and procedures of Chapter 18.22. <br /> § 18.20.050 Findings. <br /> A. Residential projects. In granting approval for residential projects, the review authority <br /> shall approve or deny a project in accordance with the following findings: <br /> 1. The project's approval is in the best interest of public health, safety, and general <br /> welfare. <br /> 2. Site plan elements, including open space, orientation, and landscape, are compatible <br /> with site topography, existing and proposed structures, and neighboring buildings. <br /> 3. Architectural considerations, including character, scale, and quality of design, have <br /> been incorporated to ensure a harmonious relationship with the existing site and <br /> adjacent buildings. <br /> 4. The plan meets the requirements of the Municipal Code and any other applicable <br /> guidelines, policies, and standards. <br /> B. Commercial projects. In granting approval for commercial projects, the review <br /> authority shall approve or deny a project in accordance with the following findings: <br /> 1. The project's approval is in the best interest of public health, safety, and general <br /> welfare. <br /> 2. The site design, including building placement, parking and circulation, landscape, and <br /> outdoor space, enhances the pedestrian experience, embraces natural features, <br /> promotes connections, creates visual interest, and relates to the character of the <br /> surrounding development. <br /> 3. Architectural considerations, including character, scale, massing, and quality of <br /> design, have been incorporated to ensure the project integrates with the existing site <br /> and has a cohesive relationship with the surrounding context. <br /> 4. Exterior lighting, signage, amenities, mechanical equipment, and other architectural <br /> features are integrated into the design of the site and building. <br /> 5. The project, when adjacent to existing residential dwelling units, is designed to <br /> minimize impacts, including privacy, light, and glare. <br /> 6. The plan meets the requirements of the Municipal Code and any other applicable <br /> guidelines, policies, and standards. <br /> § 18.20.050. Procedures and hearing authority. <br /> A. Application <br /> An applicant for a project requiring design review shall submit site plans, exterior elevations, <br /> landscape plans, photographs, diagrams, reports, and other materials as may be necessary to <br />