715 W. Fletcher Avenue subdivision

The applicant described green building features, soil testing, neighbor outreach, and HOA garage-parking rules; said he could have gone to 22 units but chose 15 to fit the neighborhood.

Called it an exceptional small-lot project that hits the mark on design and affordability, while noting an ordinance cleanup is needed.

A nearby resident worried 15 homes will bring too many cars and worsen parking near the elementary school.

The applicant, of CUSDR Homes, praised city staff and said the three-story homes with downstairs bedrooms and bathrooms are great for multigenerational living, and expressed hope to find more small sites in Orange.