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f" ,,-.. r In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Maas relating to whether the architect will pay for the error in height, Mr. Chestnut stated he does not think so, due to this being an honest mistake, He stated that with any other project the difference in one foot would not be a problem and that repairing the mistake would compromise the building, Jack Chestnut, Jr., 4128 Stanley Boulevard, noted he was present on December 6, 1999 during the conversation with Mr. Ciesielski and that Mr. Ciesielski requested changes to landscaping but did not have any other problems with the project. Patrick Knapp, 4120 Stanley Boulevard, noted that this appeal is not about liking or disliking the neighbors and but only concerns the agreement that was made, He commented on the compromises made between Mr, Chestnut and the neighbors. He noted that the neighbors agreed to two conditions relating to setbacks for the cottage due to Mr. Chestnut's statements that he had to spend an extensive amount of money on the project. He noted that it is his belief that the mistake in the roof line not only came from the architect but also from tearing off the roof and putting on a new roof at a different angle. He requested that the integrity of the agreements be kept. He stated the intent is not to delay the project or increase the cost of the project for Mr. Chestnut. PUBLIC BEARING WAS CLOSED. Chairperson Roberts noted her disbelief with this item continuing on for a year and disclosed she bas met with Mr. Ciesielski and Mr. Chestnut and visited the Rodondi's home. She stated that this neighborhood contains small, older homes with well.kept yards with the residents having been in the homes for a long time. She expressed concern with the balcony providing views of three of the neighbors' backyards. She further expressed concern with the length of time taken to restore the barn. She noted that it might be necessary to add a condition which would require gathering all construction debris on a regular basis and with debris being placed in a container that is emptied on a weekly basis. She noted that no construction in the City of Pleasant on is allowed to flow into someone else's yard. Chairperson Roberts noted that the second unit is taller than it should be and it is a mistake; however, she would not be in favor of the roof being tom off. She noted she liked the design of the second unit and the house and would be in favor of heavy restrictions being placed on how the project proceeds. She stated that she was in favor of the upstairs balcony being removed due to it being an invasion of privacy for the neighbors and that there be additional discussion relating to the second story. Commissioner Arkin noted he visited the site, and he commented on the water damage to the bungalow. He expressed concern with two projects being started on the property at one time and stated he would be in favor of one structure being completed before another structure is started and the construction site being tidy with no debris in neighbors' yards. He noted that he does not agree that the quality of life of the neighbors will be impacted by the structure being 15 feet high; however, the neighbors do have a right to have the project completed within a reasonable amount of time and that there should be proper disposal of debris. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 26, 2000 Page 12