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applicable standards of the Hillside Planned Development zoning district. He also advised that the applicant has agreed with the recommended conditions of approval. Mr. Cn'abstick provided information regarding the geotechuical issues of the site and the analysis and review completed for the proposal. He also presented an overview of the conclusions and recommendations of the geotechnical review. He noted that it was determined that this is a buildable site. Commissioner Kameny inquired as to the City's policy related to liability for development of a site such as this. Ms. Seto advised that the City dues not assume any liability if the applicant chooses to build in an area where there is some risk. Discussion ensued regarding the geoteclmical studies and issues related to the site. In response to a question from Commissioner Roberts, Mr. Pavan noted that a condition of approval is included requiring that the tree trimming be supervised by an arborist, but that he would need to review the condition to determine if the intent is that all subsequent trimming be supervised. He further noted that it could be modified to require that. Commissioner Roberts asked for clarification regarding the statement in the staffreport r~gardi~g the visual analysis and the proposed location of the home as shown on the site and grading plans. Mr. Pavan advised the visual analysis reflected a house that was located ten feet farther north. He noted that the analysis shows a "worst case" situation. Commissioner Kameny questioned whether moving the house farther south would require a reclesign of the house. Mr. Pavan stated that moving the house to the south would require a redesign of the guest bedroom and bathroom. COMMENTS FROM THE APPLICANT Oreg Murm of Design Tech Associates, represented the applicant. He noted that the site has b~en th~ongh geotechnical/engineering analysis and visual analysis, they have worked with the Homeowners Association, and the house has been through six or seven redesigns. He presented a photo hom'd depicting the existing homes in the area, noting that many of these homes are not a n~toral color and are more apparent than the proposed home. He stated that the home meets the intent of the existing West Foothill Road Corridor Overlay District, even though the property is ~ot within the District. He advised that he concerned that moving the house to save the trimming of one oak tree may impact grading and'other ~ees may be lost. Thuyen Q. Nguyenphuc, 3173 Perivale Court, San Jose, stated that he is the architect for the project. He provided a rendering of the plan previously reviewed by the Commission, noting that the detached garage has been eliminated and is now a attached garage, the width of the house has been reduced, and the size of the house has been reduced. He also noted that the exterior of the house has been changed from stucco to "HerdiPlank," as recommended by staff. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES September 27, 2000 Page 4