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Mr. Swift noted that the City Council approved the PUD for this application at the May 18, 1999 City Council meeting. Further, Mr. Swift referenced a staff report dated June 23, 1999 and highlighted key areas contained in the report including background information and project description. In conclusion, Mr. Swift stated that staffs recommendation is that the Commission make the tentative map findings as listed in the staff report and approve the tentative map application subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit "B." Discussion ensued relating to whether the developer is the City or whomever develops the individual lots, and materials used for fencing. The representative of Passport Homes noted that the conditions will be part of the design guidelines as one of the conditions of approval. He stated that it would be beneficial to direct staff to do some housekeeping in regards to conditions, and he noted that the applicant is in full agreement with staffs recommendations. He concluded by expressing appreciation to staff for their support with the project and help in plaxming the project, and requested that the Commission vote in favor of approving application. Discussion ensued relating to the visibility of the homes in development and the applicant stated that there is a brief view of the project from 1-580; however, the project is well concealed. Further, that due to the steep terrain on the Panganiban Driveway, it would be beneficial to utilize Crosby Drive for access to development. PUBIC HEARING WAS OPENED Susan Powers, 9624 Crosby Drive, noted she has no objection to the development; however, she requested access to development be restricted to Crosby Drive, there be no construction on Saturdays, and that dust control mitigation be utilized. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Commissioner Kameny noted his support with the tentative map as presented. He stated that he visited the site several times and that the development is only visible for a few seconds while traveling on 1-580. Further, that the large trees being utilized and the height of the units will maximize the view shed. He requested that construction activity be limited to 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and that there be dust control mitigation. Commissioner Sullivan noted that to approve this application the tentative map findings need to be consistent with the General Plan, as listed in the guidelines. Further, that the guidelines indicate the there be 670 foot elevation cap on development on Foothill Road, as noted in Measure F passed by the residents in 1993. He noted that a portion of the development is higher than the 670 foot maximum height which is not consistent with the findings. He noted that he would not be able to make the tentative map findings and would not be in support of approving the application. Mr. Swirl noted that a majority of the elevation of the development is within the parameters of the Measure F initiative which is consistent with the General Plan. Commissioner Sullivan noted that in his PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 7 June 23, 1999