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Avenue area because of valid concerns. He stated that he wished the City Council would have taken the recommendation more seriously, but that the Council voted down the recommendation with a 5-0 vote, with absolutely no discussion. He advised that the concerns he had then still exist. He stated that he does not believe Rose Avenue should be extended to Valley Avenue as it would open another cut-through traffic route. Commissioner Sullivan expressed concerns about the setbacks along the Arroyo, noting that a 20 to 40-foot setback is not sufficient. He stated that the setbacks should be greater in order to protect the riparian habitant in the Arroyo from impacts of this project. Discussion ensued related to the alternatives that would provide the potential of increasing the setback along the Arroyo. Commissioner Maas stated that she feels this issue was addressed during the PUD approval. Commissioner Sullivan stated that he is pleased with the affordable housing element in the project. He noted that he agrees with staff that Option #2 is the preferred alternative and that it is compatible with the existing homes. He stated that he would like to see the location of the front den/bedroom 3 and the kitchen in Plan 6 be switched, so the den/bedroom 3 would be located closer to the other bedrooms. He advised that he is undecided regarding the fee waiver. He stated that this is probably one of the better affordable projects that the City has had, but still there are only five affordable units out of 36. He questioned the side setback for Lot 31, noting that it appears to be close to the old farmhouse. He indicated that he feels the sound attenuation fence and the soundwall will produce a tunnel effect. Chairperson Roberts clarified that the fence would only be constructed between the homes, not as a solid fence line. Commissioner Sullivan asked ifa better looking soundwall could be coustmcted. Mr. Champion advised that the proposed soundwall is different from a freeway soundwall. He advised that it is a concrete wall that will look like wood, and that it will have indentions around existing trees. In response to a question from Commissioner Sullivan, Mr. Plucker advised that the maintenance of the trees along Rose Avenue would be the responsibility of the Homeowners' Association because they are in the landscape area. Commissioner Sullivan stated that he agrees with Mrs. Nolan that the project's access to the Downtown and transportation is good; however, he stills wants to see the setback for the Arroyo increased. Mr. Plucker reported that a couple of options to increase the setback were reviewed. Discussion ensued relating to street widths, the possibility of eliminating parking on one side of the street, and police and fire requirements. Mr. Grubstick advised that he would recommend that the streets not be narrower than 24 feet. Commissioner Sullivan asked the applicant if modifications could be made to provide for a greater setback along the Arroyo. Mr. Champion advised that this is the PUD plan that the neighbors have reviewed and that the plan provides some balance with what currently exists. He advised that this would be a change in what was represented to the neighbors. Commissioner Arkin commented that the density is appropriate and the architecture of the homes is wonderful. He stated that he likes the moderate-income housing component, but he is PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 22, 2000 Page 5