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high roof panel. He also presented slides of the house the second-story section of roof, the garage, the view from Neal Street, the view from Third Street, one spot where the roof is visible, and a view from the backyard which has neighbor support. He requested the Commission to approve his project. Brian Bourg stated that he and his wife have lived in their Victorian house for over 25 years and have been active in the Heritage Homes tours. He expressed concern with preserving the Heritage quality of the neighborhood, adding that the standing seam metal roof proposed does not fit in the neighborhood and will set a bad precedent for the future. He stated that this type of roof is good for commercial buildings and urged the Commission to deny the project. Linda Garbarino, President, Pleasanton Heritage Association, stated that as mentioned earlier in a Zoning Administrative Hearing held two years ago regarding this proposed home, the Planning staff heard her objections to the proposed standing metal seam roof. She stated that a compromise was reached then which allowed the builder to use metal shingles, and now the builder is asking to have that ruling overturned and is asking for a compromise to the compromise. Ms. Garbarino stated that she discussed the issue with a California Building Association member who was surprised that the City does not have ordinances that protect historic neighborhoods. She cited the negative impact of sun glare and noise that would result from the proposed roof. She added that colors fade over time, thus causing more glare. Ms. Garbarino asked the Commission to follow City policy, uphold the ruling from the original hearing, and deny the project. She noted that up to six new homes will be built in the neighborhood, and approving this proposal would set a precedent. She added that until historic guidelines are developed, problems will continue for the Commission. Commissioner Blank asked Ms. Garbarino if she would have objections to the proposed roof underneath the PV and underneath the hot water solar panels. Ms. Garbarino replied that two different types of roofing are being requested and she did not think the roof would be hidden, resulting in poor aesthetics. Commissioner Pentin noted the house on Second Street has an entirely metal seam roof, while this roof cannot be seen. Ms. Garbarino replied that just because the roof was approved on Second Street does not make it right. She noted that this is part of an area that the PHA was not allowed to address because it was installed before the PHA has established 2.5 years ago. Commissioner Pentin noted that there are neighbors around the Second Street house and inquired if these neighbors have made any comments regarding the roof’s effect on the neighborhood. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, December 8, 2010 Page 13 of 23