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lower the screening as much as possible. Commissioner Kameny that he would like to see future ,,- projects include the overall height of the building, including the screening. The Commission agreed that the additional 2-1/2- foot building height increase is acceptable. There was consensus that the building clusters are acceptable in their general location and relationship to each other. Commissioner Sullivan noted that he appreciates the solar orientation of the buildings. The Planning Commission agreed that the on-site circulation is acceptable. Commissioner Sullivan advised that he would like to see the tree report and try to understand the relationship of grading to the tree removal to determine if different grading can occur to minimize tree removal. The Commission agreed with this. Commissioner Sullivan questioned how the mitigation will be addressed for the trees that will be removed. The Planning Commission agreed that the pavilion near the lake is not acceptable. Commissioner Kameny noted that he would not have a problem with relocating the pavilion, but he does not want to see any structure near the lake. Commissioner Maas noted that she concurred. Commissioner Roberts stated that she feels a path is acceptable. Commissioner Sullivan asked for clarification as to the City Council's direction. He noted that he would like to see this area left as natural as possible. Commissioners Roberts and Arkin stated that they feel a gazebo would be acceptable. r- Commissioner Kameny advised that he would support early site grading if all of the required permits were in place. Commissioner Sullivan stated that he would like to understand what the agreements are and what is in place for the City's protection once the grading begins. Mr. Otto advised that in order to allow grading before project approval, a Code amendment would be required. The Commission requested additional information regarding the process related to allowing early site grading. There was consensus that the buildings are appropriately designed, individually and as a cluster. Commissioner Sullivan stated that he has some concern about the building color. Commissioner Roberts and Chairperson Maas stated that they would like to see a darker color. The Commission requested that a better photo simulation be provided depicting the focal point from 1-680. With regard to the design ofthe frontage along Sunol, Commissioner Arkin advised that he does not like the wall and would prefer to see a higher berm. Chairperson Maas stated that she would like to see trees planted in this area as soon as possible. In response to an inquiry from Chairperson Maas, Mr. Grubstick advised that the improvements along Sunol Boulevard which would extend northerly to Junipero are part of the CIP. Chairperson Maas noted that it would make sense to continue the undergrounding of utilities to Junipero. Commissioners Kameny and Sullivan, and Chairperson Maas advised that they do not have a problem with the wall. The Commission agreed that the courtyard and parking areas are sufficiently landscaped. ,,- PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES September 26,2001 Page 15