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Density Bonus The applicants may wish to consider applying for a density bonus if they choose to keep the project in its current configuration. Current density for the project is at 5.87 dwelling units per acre, which is within the allowable density for the Low Density Residential zone. However, lot size and lot width on many of the proposed lots are below the allowable size in the F:-L zone under standard conditions. Development Title Section 9- 315.2 states that residential developments which provide affordable housing shall receive a twenty-five (25) percent density bonus plus an additional incentive if the proposed project will create at least one of the following: (a) twenty (20) percent of the dwelling units affordable to low income households: (b) ten (10) percent of the dwelling units affordable to very low income households; or (c) fifty (50) percent of the dwelling units for senior citizens. Pursuant to Development Title Section 9-315.4, density bonus incentives may include the following: (a) reduction in setback; (b) reduction in lot width: (c) reduction in square footage requirements of the lot; (d) reduction in yard dimensions, (e) increase in building height; (f) increase in building intensity; (g) reduction of ratio of vehicular parking spaces per unit, (h) reduction in open space requirements, or (i) reduction in fees. If the applicants decide! to apply for the density bonus, the applicants will need to submit a written request for .a density bonus with the application for the Major Subdivision. (Development Title Section 9-315.6) Road Naming Procedures If the project is submitted for a full application, the applicant will submit with the tentative map the proposed narres for the new roads. The proposed road names will be reviewed to ensure that they are consistent with the Community Development Department's road name standards. If a road name is not consistent with the standards, alternative name(s) shall be submitted to the department. (Development Title Section 9-1150.18[a]) Existing Buildings The Tentative Map shows two existing buildings on the project site. One building is proposed to be demolished and the other building is proposed to be moved to lot 82. If the applicant chooses to submit the project for a full application, the Tentative Map should indicate the location of the building on lot 82, including showing property line setbacks. Next Step When the applicant is ready to submit a full application for a Major Subdivision, it will be necessary to do the following: 3