RESO 2022-28_717 S Lyon Street (DBA)

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Resolution No. 2022-28 Page 4 of 11 feet of private open space per unit, through use of private balconies/decks. This would exceed the minimum required private open space of 90 square feet per unit. Maximum Building Setback (Waiver) Pursuant to SP-2, the maximum building setback from the public right-of-way and/or easement is 8'-0". As proposed, the project is designed to exceed the maximum allowed setback, as two of the proposed buildings would be located 9'-7" and 11'-4" from a utilities easement line. The maximum setback outlined in SP-2 was originally intended for a more urban corridor of Santa Ana (Harbor Boulevard), as a means of regulating land development to achieve a specific urban form and which envisioned a more multi-modal boulevard. The proposed project is located in a suburban area of the City, with multi-family low- to medium- density developments. The existing multi-family residential developments immediately adjacent to the project site provide average front setbacks that exceed 10’-0” and extend to 20’- 0”. Although exceeding the maximum allowable setback, the proposed development is consistent with the existing multi- family residences. Moreover, the design is focused on the placement of the proposed buildings as a way to continue the existing character and overall neighborhood pattern along Lyon Street. Fencing Height (Waiver) For residentially zoned properties, the fencing height within the front yard setback is limited to 3’-0” in height. The development proposes a 6’-0” tall tubular fencing proposed within the front yard setback. Maintaining the fencing height limit of 3’-0” would affect the feasibility of the proposed units to be sold to prospective buyers, and would therefore affect the feasibility of the project to be constructed. The proposed fence provides security for the proposed townhouse community, which provides a sense of comfort and safety to prospective homebuyers. In addition, the fencing would be in keeping with the existing character and overall neighborhood pattern along Lyon Street, specifically the multi-family developments to the north and south of the project site. Las Fuentes multi-family community to the south has existing fencing and gates, while the Saddleback Park Villas have existing perimeter block walls.