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previously from the Planning Commission and Mr. Cannon that concrete tilt-up construction is ,-- not an acceptable method of construction for that site. Mr. Cannon advised that most concrete tilt -up construction looks pretty much the same. He noted that the Signature Headquarters has colors and texture that are quite nice. He stated that the kind oftilt-up that is fairly smooth and is painted is not appropriate for this location. He advised that style is separate from materials. Commissioner Maas stated that this building will not work on this site. Chairperson Sullivan stated that he feels the majority ofthe Commission wants something more compatible with the streetscape and the adjacent buildings on that side of the street. Commissioner Maas advised that she wants to see the visuals that depict that the setbacks are appropriate. Commissioner Arkin stated that he is happy with this workshop. He noted that he would like to see the applicant come back with sketches of two or three proposals, and not detailed plans like they presented this evening. He asked that they come before the Commission as soon as they are ready, so that the applicant will not be further delayed. Commissioner Harvey clarified that the Planning Commission is asking the applicant to put a little more weight on the Hopyard orientation. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. PCUP-34, Gymboree Play and Music (Bernadette Bouwkamp) Application for a conditional use permit to allow the operation of "Gymboree Play and Music" in Suite 9, an existing, 2,851-square-foot tenant space in the Oak Hills Shopping Center located at 5460 Sunol Boulevard. The zoning for the property is CoN (Neighborhood Commercial) District. ,r- Mr. Pavan presented the staff report, providing an overview of the proposal. He noted that staff feels there is sufficient parking for this use and that appropriate noise control measures can be implemented so that there is no adverse impacts on the tenants. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED COMMENTS FROM THE APPLICANT Ann Crew of Daniel MacDonald AlA Architects, 1595 Grant Avenue, Suite 200, Novato, CA 94945, represented the applicant. She noted that they feel the staff report is very clear and that they accept all of the conditions of approval. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Arkin, Ms. Crew advised that the restrooms are "boys" and "girls" restrooms, as required by the Building Code. She clarifed that the restrooms are lockable and they do not have stalls. Discussion ensued regarding the labeling of the restrooms. Mr. Pavan advised that staff will check on the flexibility of the Building Code to determine what is allowed. ,-- PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES July 11,2001 Page 4