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r for a left turn. Mr. Pavan reported that because of the medians on Valley Avenue only right turn ingress and egress would be allowed. Discussion ensued regarding the use of this driveway by residents of the Bernal property. Commissioner Roberts questioned the reference in the staff report that indicated that all elements of the proposed facility would operate 24 hours per day. She stated that in her conversation with Mr. Brandes, she understands that this is not really the proposal. Mr. Pavan suggested that Mr. Brandes clarify the hours for the Commission. Discussion ensued regarding traffic circulation and whether the location of the driveway provides sufficient sight distance from Valley Avenue. In response to a comment by Commissioner Kameny, Mr. Pavan advised that a service station is an allowed use on this site, noting that the Specific Plan states that a service station is encouraged. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Weldon Theobald, 931 Hartz Way, Danville CA 94526, represented the applicant. He introduced other individuals who were present and available to answer questions. Mr. Theobald reported that they have met with staff on many occasions and taken much direction on the project. He also reported that they have met with Mr. Cannon and they feel that he has had some very good suggestions, some of which will be incorporated in the design. He stated that there are r two areas to which they take exception, and those are issues related to the car wash and compactness. He noted that the car wash is a valuable tool for today's service station. He provided information regarding the water usage for the car wash, noting that recycled water is used and the only fresh water that is used is 11-15 gallons in the final rinse, as compared to 50 to 75 gallons that are used when residents wash their cars in their driveways. He noted that the car wash is not a traffic producer. Mr. Theobald advised that they took direction from staff to design the project to look like the office buildings that are planned for the property across the street. He presented the proposed landscape plan, noting that 25% of the site is landscaped. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Sullivan, Mr. Theobald provided information regarding the proposed canopy height. Blythe Wilson, the project architect, presented information regarding height requirements in California to allow for semi-tractor-trailers to drive under the canopies. Frank Brandes, 6885 Corte Sonada, reported on the number and locations of gas stations in the City, noting that there are five less service stations now then there were in 1971. He noted that all of the car washes are on the "580-side" of town. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Sullivan, Mr. Theobald advised that they will have some freeway traffic into the service station, but once the office buildings are constructed it will r- PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 27,2002 Page 12