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Robert Cordtz, 262 W. Angela, noted that he is in agreement with the conclusions stated in the r- staff report. He advised that he has been in the roofing business and his son is in the roofing business. He noted that the liability of the roofing guarantee is null and void if photovoltaic panels are installed over an existing roof. He suggested that for new construction, consideration be given to doing something like what Shea homes is doing in Santa Barbara, where they are offering a PV system on 100 of the 300 homes in the development as an option. He noted that in this way the developer and the general contractor would be responsible for the installation. He also noted that he believes there would also be a problem with people not liking the looks of the PV systems. Mr. Cordtz stated that it would be cost prohibited for him to install systems on his two houses. He inquired about the Green Building practices being implemented for the City's renovation of its office building. He stated that the City needs to place these systems on the water tanks and all of the City buildings that they can, noting that City Hall would be a good place to start. Mr. Cordtz asked if the PV systems are fire rated and if there are issues regarding toxicity . Commissioner Maas asked if Mr. Cordtz felt photovoltaic systems should be a requirement for new development. He responded that it should be left to the discretion of the developer to offer it to home buyers. With regard to new commercial construction, Mr. Cordtz stated that he feels Hacienda Business Park representatives should be consulted, and that he would like to see this start with the City's facilities. Commissioner Roberts asked if it would be a good idea to offer that a PV system be installed at the time a property owner is re-roofing. Mr. Cordtz stated that he has concerns about PV systems being installed with batteries. He also advised that the person installing the roof should also install the PV system. Steve Brozosky, 1700 Vineyard A venue, stated that if the City is going to require this type of system, the City needs to "put their money where their mouth is," and install these systems for new projects, such as for the new sports park lighting on the Bernal property. He voiced support for installing the systems on water tanks, and suggested that small PV panels might be used for irrigation timers. He noted that there are PV tiles that look like roof tiles and these could be used on new installations. He suggested that the Fire Department be involved in the development of the policy related to this matter. He advised that he feels it is too much to ask that re-roofing projects be required to install PV systems. He suggested that a reduction of permit fees might be considered as an incentive to install PV systems. Commissioner Arkin asked that staff obtain a sample PV tile. Larissa Seto advised that the City Manager has formed an energy committee of internal department heads and other key staff to implement energy conservation programs. She advised that these suggestions can be referred to this committee. Mr. Pavan advised that Fire Station #4 is currently under construction and staff is looking at adding PV panels to that building. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED ~ PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 28, 2001 Page 7