Item 19 - Density Bonus Agreement No. 2025-02 - Santa Ana 9 Townhomes

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VTTM No. 2025-02 and DBA No. 2025-02 — Santa Ana 9 Townhomes (125 and 205 S. Harbor Blvd.) April 28, 2025 Page 7 Table 3: Requested Concession and Waivers Standard Required by SP-2 or the Provided SAMC Parking Location SP-2, Ch. 3, Table 3-7. Off -Street Parking Standards (pg. 3-11) Vehicular Access From alley/side street, if Access from Harbor Boulevard (Concession) present instead of Figueroa Street Building Frontage SP-2, Ch. 3, Frontyard/Porch Frontage Type, 1 (pg. 3-9) Dimensions —Width (Waiver) 12 ft. min. wide symmetrical 4 ft. wide symmetrical entry entry Setback SP-2, Ch. 3, Table 3-5. Building Placement (pg. 3-10) Public Street (Waiver) 8 ft. max. 8.5 ft. Open Space* SP-2, Ch. 3, Table 3-9. Onsite Open Space Requirements (pg. 3- 13) Common — Area (Waiver) 15% of lot 9,409 sq. ft. 3% of lot 1,951 sq. ft. Private — Area (Waiver) 90 sq. ft. per dwelling unit Min. not provided for Units 1 & 2 3,240 sq. ft. total 7,616 sq. ft. total Private — Dimensions 6' min. dimension Min. not provided for Units 1, 2, & 11 (Waiver) *Open space based on net useable parcel area The project provides more than double the amount of private open space required-7,616 sq. ft. provided, compared to the 3,240 sq. ft. total required —demonstrating a strong commitment to creating a high -quality, livable environment. This substantial open space allocation enhances residents' outdoor experience and overall project appeal. The requested concession and waivers address vehicular site access, minor architectural detailing, building setback, and the site's open space. The project's site access, porch and building setback dimensions do not meet SP-2 requirements, necessitating deviations from its standards to accommodate the design. Although a reduction in open space is requested, the project benefits from its proximity to Santa Anita Park, located directly east and accessible via a pedestrian gate that the developer will provide along the Figueroa frontage. This nearby public green space assists with compensating for the reduced on -site open space by providing residents with convenient access to outdoor recreation, thereby enhancing accessibility to recreational areas and supporting community connectivity. While some deviations are requested to meet design and access standards, the project's generous provision of private open space and its strategic location next to Santa Anita Park collectively enhance the overall community benefits and livability of the development.