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3. That the granting of a variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to surrounding property. The granting of a minor exception will not be detrimental or injurious to the surrounding properties as the appearance of the fence is aesthetically compatible with the surrounding properties. Goal 2.7 or the Urban Design Element states that projects must exhibit a functional, comfortable scale in relation to the neighborhood. The applicant provided documentation showing the surrounding neighbors' support and approval of the proposed pricket fence and arbor. The neighborhood will be visually improved with the type and style of fence. 4. That the granting of a variance will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City. The approved minor exception will not adversely affect the General Plan, as it does not have a negative impact on the goals and policies expressed in that document. Goal 3.5 of the Urban Design Element Policy Plan is to encourage residential alterations that are consistent with the architectural character of the neighborhood. The picket fence is compatible with the character and style of the existing neighborhood. • D. The Zoning Administrator received testimony regarding the proposed fence. The Zoning Administrator expressed that the applicant's request was reasonable due to the following: 1. The proposed fence is replacing an existing wood picket fence of similar design and location; 2. The applicant provided a petition with the signatures of ten of her immediate neighbors stating their support and approval of her proposed fence; and 3. The picket fence and arbor would be an aesthetically appealing component to the neighborhood. E. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. 03-049 will be filed for this project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. • Resolution No. 2003-09 Page 2 of 3