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PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Phil Edluom, 9921 Longview Lane, noted that the tank on the hillside is being repainted and a temporary tank has been installed for water and will only be in place for approximately one additional month. Commissioner Kameny requested that story poles be utilized on the property. Oregg Munn, Design Tech Associates, representing the applicant, noted the applicant has been workin~ for several months on the design of this project. He stated the applicant was not aware of all of the restrictions that were placed on the property and that this plan has not been reviewed by the homeowner's association. Mr. Munn noted the design has been modified and the current design is Country prairie style which includes stone, some stucco highlights, a pitched roof, and the home being nestled into the hill. He stated that the applicant has put in balloons to establish the highest point of the ridges and then computer generated the overlay of the residence from Foothill Road. He noted that from the valley, there is enough mature vegetation to mask the residence. Further, Mr. Munn stated that the house is dug into the hillside, with the house being built on as flat an area as possible. Mr. Munn commented on the colors and materials that will be utilized on the project. Further, he noted that stucco was utilized on the project to reduce fire ba?ards and that a one-hour wrap would be utilized on the exterior of the residence. Mr. Munn advised the Commission that a meeting will be scheduled with the Homeowners Association. Further, he stated that the front of the residence is not impacting existing views. Mr. Munn noted that the three main issues are the visual impacts, the surrounding neighbors opinion of the project, and fire protection issues. He stated the size of the residence should not be an issue if the intent of the criteria is met and there are no view impacts to surrounding residents. In conclusion, Mr. Munn advised that this is a well-designed project. Discussion ensued relating to clarification of the elevation of the homes, the landowners of record, and whether the applicant plans to live in the residence. Wajahat Ali, applicant, noted that he is attempting to buy the property and has provided a $50,000 non-refundable deposit to Dave Manoj, the property owner. He noted that due to his knowledge of the history of the property and the litigation relating to this property, he was not willing to purchase the property until there was an indication he could build on the property. He noted that he planned on living in the residence. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Arkin, Mr. Ali noted that fire could be an issue, but not a concern, due to the mitigation that will take place. Further, he noted there has not been a fire in the area in 20 years. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Maan, Mr. Ali noted that the original house design submitted was what he desired in a home; however, the present plan is the best compromise between the applicant and the staff. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Arkin, Mr. Plucker noted that when a formal application is received, the fire depmhnent would require hiring of a wildland fire specialist. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES July 12, 2000 Page 6