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however, the applicant does not agree with charging $6500 for a tree that is not healthy and needs to be removed. He requested there be a clarification that a tree in poor condition would not be subject to the payment of the Urban Forestry fee. Mr. McDonald commented on Condition No. 23A requiring 50 percent of the wall surfaces to be natural materials. He noted the applicants agreed with the staff recommendation; however, during discussion with Peter Allen of the Preserve Homeowners Group he noted he preferred a development that has the same quality of houses and the same look. Further, he would object to there being no stucco on homes because it would create a disjuncture between the two projects. Mr. McDonald commented on Condition No. 18 relating to lowering the elevation on Lot 8 by four feet and he expressed concern with there being a dirt sm'plus on this project and there being a charge for offhaul for surplus. Mr. McDonald noted that the applicant has withdrew its request to have Condition No. 18 amended. Mr. McDonald commented on the issue of the mid point of the General plan density range and dedication to the park, and he noted that applicants are willing to dedicate land. Mr. McDonald referenced Condition No. 10 and requested that the development plan approval be valid for three years due to there not being any rush for development. In conclusion, Mr. McDonald requested that the Commission approve the project. PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED William Kolb, applicant, requested that the Commission approve the project so the applicant can proceed with the design of the Senior Care Center. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Discussion ensued relating to whether sidewalks are proposed in the project. The applicant noted their willingness to install sidewalks on the housing side oftbe street. Discussion ensued relating to the Senior Care Center, and Chairperson Roberts noted she had no concerns with designation of the Senior Care Center. Commissioner Maas noted she had no issues relating to the Senior Care Center. Commissioner Arkin noted there were concerns expressed by neighbors relating to the Senior Care Center; however, he does not have any issues with the Senior Care Center. Commissioner Sullivan inquired whether there were noise impacts to residents of the Senior Care Center from the freeway. Mr. Plucker noted that noise impacts would be addressed during the environmental review for a site specific project. Commission Sullivan noted the importance of noise impacts being addressed during the environmental review for a site specific project. Commissioner Ark. in noted he would like to see this center in the downtown area to allow residents to walk to businesses; however, he would not oppose the Senior Care Center. Discussion ensued relating to the EVA issues. Mr. Plucker suggested that there be a condition that the final details of the EVA be resolved in conjunction with the tentative map to allow time for the Fire Department and applicant to reach a consensus on the EVA. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 8, 2000 Page 6