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Mr. Dolan noted that the particular issue of building one-story higher than what is around is one of the criteria, and it does not mean that if that is violated, the project cannot be done. He indicated that the toughest thing about this site is that it is small, and the issues mentioned by Ms. Stern and the public multiply such as parking becomes more difficult and setbacks take up more space. He noted that it is a greater challenge and will definitely be harder, but it does not mean that a project that will fit cannot be designed. commented that they are also at a lower density than the 30 units per acre at the other sites. Chair Narum stated that at its last meeting, the Task Force voted, 4 in favor and 6 opposed, to remove the site from the list, with most of those opposed indicating that they want more information. She indicated that she voted to remove it, noting that there are apartments along Santa Rita Road, but this will be two to three stories on a very small site backing up to a long-established neighborhood of mostly single-story houses. stated that if the owner of the property were interested in converting over to some type of multi-family development, the City could always accommodate this at a lower density. He commented that the numbers could still add up to the 2,000 total units the City needs, and building 69 units on this property is not a make it or break it deal. He indicated that the site could be removed from the list; however, the owner could still come up with something lower to add units but not at 30 per acre. He asked staff if this was a possibility. Mr. Dolan said yes; however, if there is no presumption that it meets the criteria at the density, the units either have to be income-restricted, or staff would have to document that they are income-restricted. indicated that he was referring to removing it from the list and inquired if, in the event the owners wanted to develop at 20 units per acre with two stories, it could always be approved. Mr. Dolan said yes and added that the property owner could also propose to convert the existing structure. indicated his support to remove this site from the list. Commissioner Pentin stated that he also supports removing the site from the list. Commissioner Pearce stated that she was not able to attend the March 30, 2011 Task Force meeting, and had she been able to, she would have voted no, as she does not think this is right for the site. She agreed with what the Commissioners have said and added that the fact that the nearest park is across Santa Rita Road makes her very uncomfortable. PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MINUTES, April 27, 2011 Page 27 of 40