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assumed that the PV -ready system would be the most expensive, followed by the solar water heater. He indicated that the builder would have to select one of two options: penetrate the roof or install pull strings. Commissioner Pentin inquired whether one must choose renewable energy. Mr. Corbett replied that one of the five categories is energy efficiency, and there are several sub - categories. He added that builders would be able to choose four electives from the list under A -4.2. Commissioner O'Connor stated that someone building a custom home would have the ability to choose what they want, but developers will pick what they think will sell or what is cost - effective. He indicated that nothing much is gained when pull strings are put on 100 homes and only two people install the system. He noted, however, that things change, prices come down, things get better, and homeowners may feel they are better off waiting given the payback period. Commissioner O'Connor noted that there are so many variables to consider and did not think the Commission should dictate what the developers should or should not do. He indicated that he understands the position of developers and others and thinks that the list of mandates and electives should remain; additionally, anything mandated should be made clear up front. Commissioner Blank moved to find that the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code are statutorily exempt from CEQA and to recommend approval of Case PRZ -55 as shown in Exhibit A, with the direction that prior to presentation to the City Council, staff provide information on cost differences between baseline information, the City's current green points requirements, and what is being proposed. Commissioner Pentin seconded the motion. Commissioner Pearce inquired if staff would be able to determine the baseline building information. Mr. Dolan replied that there are many scenarios to consider but that staff can talk to Ponderosa Homes and provide additional cost information at a later date. Commissioner Narum stated that she would not support the motion because she believes PV -ready should be made mandatory. She pointed out that the Commission has consistently added this as a condition of approval and feels that it is now backing away from it. She stated that she believed it would be a lot easier to install it during the construction period rather than to return later and retrofit. She indicated that it appears to be one inconsistency, noting that this was included as a condition for a project considered earlier on the agenda. EXCERPT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, September 29, 2010 Page 14 of 15