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that the below-market-rate units should be dispersed throughout developments. Mr. Iserson r- advised that it was discussed at the Housing Element Task Force meeting that this could be in contradiction to a Federal tax-credit program, however staff was able to address this issue in the Promenade apartment project and feels there are benefits to dispersing the units throughout the development. Mr.lserson stated that staff would still recommend maintaining this policy with a modification clarifYing that this is limited to family units, and would not pertain to senior units. Mr. 1serson advised that this item is scheduled for review by the City Council on March 5 and then staff would finalize the text of the Draft Housing Element for submission to the State for its review. He noted that following the State's review and the response to the State's comments, the Housing Element will then be reviewed by the Task Force, Housing Commission, and Planning Commission, and submitted to the City Council for adoption. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Kameny, Mr. Iserson advised that the numbers shown in Program 16.3 reflect ABAG's numbers for P1easanton's regional housing allocation. In response to Commissioner Robert's inquiry regarding the Task Force's discussion concerning the rezoning of other properties, Mr. Iserson stated that Policy 43 states that a study of non- residential properties shall be completed for consideration of rezoning to residential uses. He noted that the one-year time frame for completing the study was a recommendation of the State and HCD. r- Commissioner Arkin asked if the Planning Commission could postpone this item until its recommendations for revisions are completed in the document. Mr. Iserson advised that staff would recommend that if the Commission has changes this evening, that those recommendations be included in the record and forwarded to the Council, rather than modifYing the actual document or postponing the matter. Discussion ensued regarding the housing unit numbers recommended by ABAG and how other cities are complying. Chairperson Maas referred to Program 16.3, noting that the key word in this phase is "Strive," and the program does not state that it is mandatory. Commissioner Sullivan asked for clarification regarding the process that is being followed. Mr. Iserson advised that this is not the official Housing Element public hearing. He further advised that the Planning Commission will have the opportunity to review the Housing Element which will include these goals, policies, and programs. He noted that the City Council appointed the Task Force to develop this document and some changes have been made as a result of the direction given at the workshop. Mr. Iserson advised that the process is to move forward the Task Force's document along with comments for the City Council's consideration. Discussion ensued regarding the review process of this document. Ms. Seto advised that staff is trying to meet a timing requirement that has been set by State law. She advised that, technically, the Planning Commission could table this matter for further discussion if it desires, but staff could take this item on to the City Council without the Planning Commission's recommendations on this draft, and when the final Housing Element is complete it would be brought before the Planning Commission for recommendation. ---- PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 13,2002 Page 12