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Mr. Plucker noted this hearing was continued from the April 26, 2000 Commission meeting due to the Commission's request for additional public noticing. He noted that 3200 property owners were re-noticed. Mr. Plucker highlighted key areas contained in the staff report including background information, project description, sphere-of-influence, Urban Growth Boundary, annexation, properties north of Dublin Canyon Road, FAR relationship to lot size, clustering requirements, fees for tree removal, and application to prior development. In conclusion, Mr. Plucker noted that staff's recomraendation is that the Commission adopt a resolution recommending approval of Case PRZ-1 by the City Council as shown on Location Map No. 2, Exhibit "A," and Exhibit "B," except as modified by staffin the Analysis section and forward the proposed Code and guideline amendment to the City. Discussion ensued relating to there being no changes to the staff report from the previous meeting, clarification of the "waiver clause for technical requirements," setbacks along Dublin Canyon Road, clarification of applicability of standards, issues relating to grandfathering-in of properties, "spirit and intent" of the Overlay District being applied to existing PUD's, definition ofbefitage tree fees, annexation issues, development in County areas, requirements applicable for homes that are not visible, and the entity responsible for determination of visualness of homes. PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Peter MacDonald, 400 Main Street, Suite 210, representing Barbara Young and Sandra Mallard, noted that 150 foot setbacks along Dublin Canyon Road will eliminate the usability of half of their property. He requested his clients receive assurance that the property can be developed to a density range allowed in the General Plan. David Glenn, 10 Tehan Canyon Road, provided the Commission with the history of geographical hazards in the area and informed the Commission this is a sensitive area. Margaret Tracy, 1262 Madison Avenue, Livermore, pwvided the Geological Survey Bulletin, No. 1398 to the Commission and commented on slide activity in the area. She noted that building additional homes in this area is a risk to the public's health and safety and a liability to the City of Pleasantun. Marti Statues, 5050 Foothill Road, expressed concern with the guidelines and commented on the reatrictions and the cost to homeowners to conform to the "spirit" of the guidelines. Robert Byrd, Third Street, noted he is opposed to adopting the guidelines and the guidelines being subjective to interpretation. Carole Varela, 3858 Mohr Avenue, commented on the environmental sensitivity of the area west of Foothill Boulevard. She noted these guidelines will not impact the rights of property owners; however, the guidelines will prevent future issues in this area. Ms. Varela encouraged the Commission to adopt the guidelines. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES May 24, 2000 Page 4