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Willow Road Commissioner Pentin noted that the Commission has discussed this during the setbacks discussion with BRE. Chair Narum confirmed that the Commission has also discussed the pedestrian bike paths. Site Design and Planning Commissioner Pentin stated that he likes the idea of entering in the front rather than through alleys and the back. Chair Narum went through the different subtopics under this section, and the Commissioners did not make any comments. Chair Narum stated that she assumes staff would determine where to put landscaping for Live/Live, Live/Work, Active Use, and open spaces on Owens Drive. Mr. Dolan indicated that this could be done by staff. The Commissioners did not have any comments on Building Typesas well. Architectural Features Commissioner Pentin referred to D8.d. on page 49 regarding size and design of trash enclosures to accommodate the City’s source separated recycling program and indicated that he thinks the term “shall” is more appropriate in this case and requested that it replace the term “should.” There was consensus to replace the term “should” to “shall.” Chair Narum referred to D4.3 on page 47 regarding storefront depths. Mr. Dolan stated that this was a recommendation from the retail study prepared by Mr. Fleissig and Mr. Williams based on their experience with successful retail. He indicated that the property owners did not agree with the recommendation and preferred a depth of 40 feet; however, because the City prefers to adhere to 60 feet, a compromise was arrived at by requiring 60 feet at the corners. Mr. Dolan suggested that Mr. Williams come forward to discuss his experience with this. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS RE-OPENED. Mr. Williams stated that the recommendation was for a minimum of 60 feet to ensure that there is sufficient quality retail space. He indicated that the depths in other places PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, January 26, 2011 Page 44 of 50