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Plucker noted that staff is recommending that when Mr. Bach comes in with his PUD the issue be revisited at that time. In response to a question from Commissioner Sullivan about the impacts three homes and the road would have on Mr. Bach, Mr. Bach advised that most of the people on Sycamore Road truly believe in property rights. He stated that Mr. Bozorgzad owns his land and he has Mr. Bach's blessing to do anything within reason on his land. He advised that the 600-foot easement which cannot be seen fully from the top nor the bottom would create an environment for unfavorable activities. Jack Keane, 417 Sycamore Road, expressed support for the application, noting that he believes the property will be developed at some point and he prefers to see Mr. Bozorgzad as the developer of the property. He noted that while he has children who will be attending Pleasanton Middle School and Valley View this year, he is still opposed to the path. He advised that the negatives it will bring will far out-weigh any of the benefits. He noted that it could create an environment for a "party spot." He advised that the path will lead down to the east-west collector and directly across from that point is a triangular piece of property that will be landscaped. He noted that that piece of property is directly across from his home. He stated that he can see that piece of property becoming another "party spot." He commented that Mr. Bach has been through quite enough with the relocation, and his concerns need to listened to. Mr. Keane advised that there is also the connection at San Antonio which allows access to the Greenbriar development and creek area from the development to the north. He stated that he has heard the complaints regarding the Greenbriar project and other development, and the requests for an easy way to get to the golf course. He noted that the proposed golf course would not be there without development. John Severini, 433 Sycamore Road, stated that he supports the applicant and he believes that he will do what he says and will develop the property in an appropriate manner. He advised that as long as he is conforming with the zoning he should be able to build a 5,000 or 6,000 square foot house. He stated that he believes it is unfair to not allow him to work on the house on Saturday, particularly in light that Greenbriar is working on Saturdays. Mr. Severini advised that he lives directly across the street from the Bach property and one house east of the Keane property. He noted that no one has been more inconvenienced then them, both on egress and ingress, noise, and dirt. He stated that he is totally opposed to the pedestrian path. He noted that he was in law enforcement for 30 years, and he knows the type of areas in which juveniles congregate. He noted that the triangle area is directly across from his home and that a three-foot berm will be constructed in this area to shield the homes from headlights. He commented that this berm will provide a refuge and hiding place for juveniles. He mentioned that there will be no street lights on Sycamore Road in keeping with the rural character. He stated that this will provide an area for juveniles to congregate and drink and smoke. He stated that he hopes the Planning Commission sees the wisdom of the path on San Antonio to provide the access that the other speakers are wanting. Wilona Perry, 5848 San Juan Way, stated that she feels a 7,000-square-foot home is too big for the area and that it is not in keeping with the design of Greenbriar or what is in her neighborhood. She noted that this home will be up on the berm and it will be visible from her bedroom window. She commented that the height of 37 feet would be an exception, as she understands the City code is 30 feet. She stated that the design of the homes should be within the City code requirements. She commented that homes PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 15 August 25, 1999