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Proposed Project at 7601 Amador Valley Boulevard
Dublin, California
At eels Des clopment Group TLC proposes to construct a four-story project (the "Project"),
consisting of senior residences and memory care residences, at the norhw est corner of the
intersection of Amador Valley 13nule%and and Donohue Den e. !he Project would consist of
35 senior residences with "a la carte" assistance, 1 3 high acuity "assisted living" residences,
plus 32 "memory care" residences The characteristics of each of these types of uses are
further described below
Senior Residences with A La Carte Assistance: Each senior residence would
constitute an mdn(dual "dwelling unit" as defined in Section 8 08.(120 of the Dublin
Zoning Code Specifically, each residence would constitute mdn idual In log
quarters that include areas for living, eating, and sleeping, plus a kitchen and at least
one bathroom. The residences would be "high end," with top-quality fixtures and
surfaces, and designed to appeal to sophisticated and discerning individuals.
The occupants of the residences would he offered a menu of services as part of their
monthly rent such as meals, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, social and
i ct rea0onal acts itics as we:I as ohsen anon of the resident for changes in condition.
Residents will also he Mk-red personal care services such as assistance with
dressing, bathing, grooming, toileung and medication management on an as-needed,
a la carte basis From a practical perspeLtne, the senior residences within the
Proicct would function in tsactly the same manner as residences within any other
multi-family building, with additional support Ihr the occupants on an "as-needed"
basis
High Acuitl, Assisted Living Residences: The 13 residence wing on the third floor
will he designed to house high acuity, nun-mmniory tare assisted living
residents Because of their secure location on the third Floor as well as close
prownity to the mat on t\ of the other senior units. where employees are aethely
present, as ell as the outdoor patio, these residences are particularly suitable for
assisted tin ing residents with high acuity needs. It Is anticipated that these residents
may require assistance with Rein vies of daily Irving such as ambulation. todetmg,
bathing, dressing and grooming
Becalinc a.snted In ing sets ices w ould h,oillered by the operaint of the Community aid.n ailahlc to all
residents on an as needed basis,C'aldoniia law, requires that the entire Project he lit erred as assisted living
resident es 1 under the resi dcnti,il tare Ludlow. for die t lderly autute--Health and Snicty Code See lion 150 et
seq lb) the Calilurnia Department of Sac'd yen Ices("USS''),w heiher or not the setsices are actually utilized
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Memory' Care Residences: The memory care residences would he and n'dual
private or shared residences that would house seniors who have been diagnosed with
Alzheimer's or sonic other form of memory impairment. Consistent with the
definition of"dwelling unit" in the Zoning Code, each residence would include areas
for tin mg, eating, and sleeting, at least one bathroom and may or may not include a
kitchen (without cooking facilities). Memory Care Residents would be offered
meals, housekeeping, laundry., transportation, social and recreational activities as
part of their monthly rent as well as assistance wuh services such as dressing,
bathing, grooming, tofeting and medication management as needed. Memory Cate
residents would also recent specialized persona] care tailored to people with
memory impairments provided by trained staff members.
fhc current floor plans that are submitted as part of the Project's entitle nent application are
conceptual only, for illustrate e purposes and are subject to change. however, the number of
suites and exterior dimensions of the budding will not be altered substantially. The floor
plans. amenities inside the units as well as common areas will he further den eloped and arc
subject to change prior to submittal for building permits.
The Project site is located on the northwest comer of Amador Valley Boulevard and
Donohue Drive in Dublin, California. In addition, the Alamdea County Fire Station lb as
well as a residential community are located adjacent to the project sue. Currently the
property is developed w ith a single story, vacant commercial building and associated
parking The site is approximately one acre and the topography is generally Ilat. The
existing landscape consists of lawn and a hedge running along Amador Valley Boulelard,
and miscellaneous trees and shrubs !here are no significant or protected plant species on
the deNelnpment site
The property is ideally located in downtown Dublin across the street from Dublin's Senior
Center as well as in close proximity to many shops and restaurants, which makes It a
w alkahle location that is con ement both for the residents as well as visitors and employ,cgs
the Pi eject is expected to add significant value to the Community Currently there are no
h II service senior living communities that exist in Dublin. 'ihe Project will pros ide a much
needed. high quality and culturally enriched living environment for aging residents who are
in need of care and personal ass stance. enahling them to age in place with dignity The
Project will be operated N hours a day and 7 days a week and is expected to generate
approximately 60 to 70 full time equivalent employ neon opportunities
The Proj CLt is expected to hase no or %cry minimum negative impacts on the surrounding
neighborhood Due to the fact that most of the senior residents will not din e vehicles and
most employees will he encouraged to use public transportation, the project is anticipated to
generate a minimum amount of traffic. In addition, due to the special use of the Project as
residences lot seniors, the Protect will not generate am noise or disturbance in the
neighborhood It is anticipated that there may he some noise disturbance during the
construction period; how es er, due to the P'eject location wuh three street frontages acting
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as noise buffers, the noise disturbance on the residential neighborhood is anticipated to he
minimum In addition, various noise reduction techniques will be employed to mitigate any
potential noise generated from the construction construction activitms such as: limited
construction hums based on the City of Dublin code, use of quiet equipment, and several
other available techniques Furthermore. there will he low construction traffic impact on
residential neighborhood due to the existence of sea end points of access to the site and
therefore the ability to avoid the use of residential streets
the pi oposed building will he tour stories and is designed in a contemporary urban style
complementing the surrounding area. Utilizing multiple finish materials, colors and facade
articulation to create texture, break up of building masses, and provide visual interest A
blend of flat and shed roof Imes pros ide clean lines and a modern sophistication The
surrounding area is developed with a mix of commercial, residential, and service related
uses A broad spectrum of building types and ai chitechnal styles c.irrently exists. The
architectural approach as well as the use of the property allows the Project to work with the
surrounding neighborhood in a complimentary and eohesne manner.
The budding is prominently sited along Amador Valle) Boulevard and Donohue Dane
street Fronts Parking for the proposed development is provided behind the building The
proposed budding is sited at the opposite side cif the site from the neighboring residential
community in order to minimize any potential proximity impacts. Vehicular access to the
site is provided with an entry point Roth a legal right turn on Stuns and Dr. and an exit with a
legal right turn to Donohue Dr The budding entrances are located on Amador Valley Blvd
as well as a second point of entrance lrnm the parking area located north of the proposed
building on site
Landscape design follows the buildings contemporary style and utilizes plant materials that
are v+ater efficient and are natn e to the reg inn Incorporated ssithin the landscape at
Amador Valley and Donohue is a large art plant It will t mature a regionally created art
piece that will showcase this gateway dex elnpment.
Hie ['waled is not located on a hazardous a aste and substances site (pursuant to
Government Code Section 65962 5
We look forward to concurrence by City staff that the proposed uses are consistent vwth the
requirements and policies of the Dins ntown Dublin Specific Plan, Zoning Code, and other
regulatory documents and to the City Planning Commission and C'ouncil's s ote of approval
of the Project.
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