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<br /> <br />Appeal of P26-0136, 2986 Liberty Drive Planning Commission, May 13, 2026 <br />4 of 7 <br />PROJECT DESCRIPTION <br />The proposed project includes a 451-square-foot single-story addition and a 365-square-foot <br />second-story addition on the west (street-side) elevation. The ground floor addition would <br />expand the entry area and include a new office, bedroom, and full bathroom. The second-story <br />addition would include a new bedroom and full bathroom. <br /> <br />No new windows are proposed on the south elevation towards the rear neighbors, with new <br />windows oriented toward the west (Grapevine Drive) and north (Liberty Drive) frontages. The <br />additions are designed with step-backs from existing wall planes and are not flush with the <br />primary front or rear elevations, reducing perceived bulk. <br /> <br />The design incorporates materials, colors, and architectural elements consistent with the <br />existing residence and neighborhood. The new rooflines are lower in height than the existing <br />roofline. <br /> <br />ANALYSIS <br />General Plan Land Use and Policy Conformance <br />While the General Plan does not specifically address residential additions, the project General <br />Plan Policy 8 and Program 8.1, as it aligns with the applicable land use designations related to <br />retaining the character of existing neighborhoods <br />and minimizing intrusions. The site is designated Medium Density Residential, and the <br />proposed improvements are consistent with the land use designation. As conditioned, the <br />project is consistent with the intent of the General Plan. <br /> <br />Zoning Conformance <br />The site is governed by the Shadow Cliff Planned Unit Development (PUD) standards. The <br />project does not require any deviations, modifications, or variances. <br /> <br />Table 1: Site Development Standards Compliance <br />Development Standards PUD Requirement Proposed <br />Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 40% max.. 40% <br />Building Height 30 <br />Setbacks <br />Front (north) <br />Side (east) No change <br />Rear (south) min.1 <br />Streetside (west) <br />Open Space <br />Rear Yard Open Space 700-square-foot min. 850 square feet <br /> <br />The project meets or exceeds all applicable development standards. The placement and <br />design of the addition reflect careful consideration of setbacks and site constraints typical of <br />smaller subdivision lots. <br /> <br />1 So long as rear yard usable open space is a minimum of 700 square feet in area. Staff notes the existing house <br />has a legal non-