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r- property and there is no discussion of the impacts of the construction of the houses or the occupancy of the houses on the adjacent wildland. He further advised that he feels the existing group of buildings are very visible now, and that the sun reflects off of the windows and roofs like mirrors. He stated that he recognizes the efforts made by the applicant, but he is still uncomfortable with the visibility issues. He commented that he feels there is too much development on the west side of Foothill Road already, and he is hesitant about having more. He stated that he cannot support the project as proposed. He advised that he may be able to support it if a more thorough biological assessment is done which evaluates the impact of the development on the surrounding area, and if the houses are reviewed in attempt to make them blend in, including changing the house on lot I to a one-story house. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Maas, Mr. Pavan advised that this matter was not referred to Fish and Game because no Fish and Game permits were required, the construction is being mitigated, and staff is confident that the project would not have any impacts on rare or endangered species. Commissioner Roberts asked if a condition requiring the conservation of any raptor's nest, if found during construction, is included. Mr. Pavan advised that such a condition could be included in the Commission's recommendation. Commissioner Maas made a motion finding that the project would not have a significant effect on the environment and recommending approval of the draft Negative Declaration for Case PUD-03; recommending that the proposed PUD development plan, design guidelines, and house design for Lot 1 is consistent with the General Plan, West Foothill r- Road Corridor Overlay District, and purposes of the PUD ordinance; and recommending approval of Case PUD-03 to the City Council, subject to the conditions of approval shown in Exhibit "B" and staff's memo dated April 10, 2001, with modifications requiring: . any additional buildings be reviewed by the Planning Commission; . areas outside the building pads be examined for any rare or endangered species and the results of this investigation reported back to the Planning Commission; . that any nests found during construction be preserved; . that following completion of construction the biological consultant shall go back and inventory the site; and . that any Fish and Game wildlife mitigations be implemented. Commissioner Kameny seconded the motion. ROLL CALL VOTE AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Commissioners Arkin, Kameny, Maas, and Roberts Commissioner Sullivan None None Resolution No. PC-2001-16 and 2001-17 were entered and adopted as motioned. r- April II, 2001 Page 4 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES