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William Hezmalhalch presented the floor plans and elevations of the proposed homes for the r 9,000- and 5,000-square-foot lots, including the duplex units. Discussion ensued regarding the architectural detail on the rear elevation of the duplex. Commissioner Arkin stated that he would like to see more detail on this elevation. Commissioner Roberts advised that she would like to see the treatment of the rear entry door to the garage enhanced. Mr. Hezmalhalch offered suggestions to address the Commissioner's comments. Michael Goldsworthy, architect for the apartment component, described the size and mix of the units. He also described the access to the community center facility, parking, and landscaping. He noted that shelving will be provided inside and outside the front door, as a result of the work session discussion. He noted that with regard to the condition requiring that the windows be recessed that this would be difficult to do and he would like to work with staff to find a suitable solution to this matter. With regard to the issue regarding the carports, he noted that the cost of the carports would impact the affordability of the units. He stated that staff s suggestion to look at the use of shade trees is a good solution. Commissioner Kameny expressed concern about the need for covered parking during the winter months. Discussion ensued regarding the potential to provide covered parking. In response to an inquiry from Commissioner Arkin regarding whether anything extraordinary is being done to make energy costs more affordable, Mr. Goldsworthy advised that a number of Green Building elements are being implemented. Ms. Hardy advised that a zero-net energy model will be constructed in the development. r- John Casey, Superintendent of the Pleasanton Unified School District, 4665 Bernal Avenue, advised that the Board has approved the option agreement that is a part of this project. He noted that school districts need to ensure that there is available acreage for long-range planning. He stated that districts need to be prepared to provide facilities due to growth and program changes, such as class size reduction mandates. He commented that the School District is always looking at program options in terms of alternative education programs. Susan Janjigian, 1501 Maple Leaf Drive, noted that she has been involved with the Busch property since 1997. She advised that Ponderosa has listened to the neighborhoods' concerns throughout the development of the current plan. She stated that she resides at the corner of Kamp and Maple Leaf, and that traffic is the key concern of the neighborhood. She stated that they like the cul-de-sac design of the project because it eliminates the ability of cut-through traffic. She noted that they also like the lot sizes. She advised that Ponderosa will also be improving the turn at Kamp and Maple Leafwith street striping. Steve Brozosky, 1700 Vineyard A venue, stated that this project is a model plan for Pleasanton. He expressed concern with the school option, noting that if the district sells the land back to Ponderosa it will cost more money for the purchase of the land and reduce the affordability of future senior housing that would be built on this site. Mr. Brozosky stated that the proposal has everything, but he would like to see a habitat for humanity site on the land that is no longer needed for the expansion of the Operation Services Center. He suggested that the City investigate how this may be financed, possibly with some in-lieu fee funds. ".-. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES July 24, 2002 Page 6