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PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED COIVIMENTS FROM THE APPLICANT The applicant, Mr. Larry McColm, 350 Main Street, advised that he purchased the building with the intent that he would construct the second floor at a later time. He further advised that it was his understanding that the design for the second floor had been approved, but noted that the design review approval had lapsed. He stated that he is happy with the design modifications. He advised that an elevator and fire sprinklers for both levels have been added in order to comply with building code requirements since the original approval. Commissioner Roberts asked if the proposed building design modifications referenced on page 9 oftbe staffreport were reflected in the design plan that the Planning Commission received. Mr. McColm advised that these changes have not been incorporated in the plan distributed to the Commission, noting that due to costs, he wanted to walt until after this hearing. He stated that the final changes will be made after the design is agreed upon. Mr. McColm also provided clarification regarding the access to the elevator and stairway, and the proposed building design elevation fronting Angela Street. Mr. McColm noted that he is in agreement with Mr. Cannon's recommendation that the comer tower element should be taller. He confh'med that the plans would be revised to reflect Mr. Cannons' recommendation. Mr. Swift noted that a condition of approval requires the applicant to make the modification to the comer tower. He further noted that as the condition is currently worded, the Planning Director would review and approve the modification, but the Planning Commission could modify this condition to reflect its preference for the design or require that the modification be brought back for its review. In response to a question from Mr. McColm, Mr. Cannon advised that the comment regarding "round columns" pertains only to the comer column. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED In respsnse to a question from Commissioner Arkin, Mr. Swift noted that the reference on page 8 regarding the "1980's element" was in reference to the former design plan. Discussion ensued regarding the proposed elevation for the comer of the building. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Roberts, Ms. Seto noted that there is an existing in- lieu parking agreement for this property, and that the Council policy allows payment to be made over a five-year period. Ms. Seto further noted that the cost of a downtown parking space is currently under review. Commissioner Roberts asked if there are other downtown buildings that are likely to add a second story. Mr. Swift advised that there are a lot of buildings that could potentially have two stories, but there is no other downtown building that currently has an approval for a second story. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES November 28, 2000 Page 3