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specific because this is an infill site in a residential neighborhood. Discussion ensued regarding ,,-- the appropriate wording of this condition to ensure that the neighbors are not impacted by dust during this development. Chairperson Sullivan advised that he feels these are very nice homes, and he agrees that two houses are better than four or eleven, but they are not compatible with the houses on the other side of the street. The Planning Commission discussed the issue of compatibility with the existing homes. It was noted that they are compatible with the homes on the top of the hill. Chairperson Sullivan asked if there is a creative way to save the oak tree that is four inches from the retaining wall. He suggested that the road could be bowed-out slightly to save the tree and not cause a problem from a traffic standpoint. Mr. Pavan stated that the Commission could direct that an arborist supervise any work done close to the tree. Chairperson Sullivan advised that he would like to see something done to more actively save the tree. Discussion ensued regarding this matter. Commissioner Maas suggested that the value of the tree be determined so that if the tree is lost this amount can be placed in the Urban Forestry Fund. Chairperson Sullivan commented that he would like to see the tree saved. Commissioner Maas concurred. Mr. Pavan advised that the applicant has indicated that he will do everything he can to save the tree. r- Commissioner Harvey stated that he feels it is a good project and is pleased that steel is being utilized in the construction. He advised that Kottinger is a fairly heavily used cut-through street and cars park on both sides of the street, and he has concerns about the storage of construction materials on the street. Mr. Jost advised that the storage of construction materials is controlled by the encroachment permit process, and typically the City does not allow construction materials to remain over night on the street. Commissioner Harvey asked if a condition could be added requiring the applicant to create a storage location on the site. Mr. Walsh advised that this could be a challenge for the first week, but once the pad is set, they should be able to keep construction materials off of the street. Commissioner Maas moved to (1) make the finding that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment and adopt a resolution recommending approval of the draft negative declaration with the finding of "de minimus impact;" (2) make the finding that the proposed PUD development plan and house designs are consistent with the General Plan and the purposes of the PUD ordinance; and (3) recommend approval of Case PUD-12, subject to the conditions of approval listed in Exhibit "B" with the following modifications: . Construction shall be limited to Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; . Open fencing shall be required, with the exception that there will be limited privacy fencing; . Every effort shall be made to preserve the oak tree along the retaining wall, and if it cannot be saved the amount of the value of the tree shall be placed in the Urban Forestry Fund; . A construction staging plan that will minimize any storage of construction materials on Kottinger Drive shall be implemented as soon as possible; ,-- PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES July 11,2001 Page 11