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he would like to see the delta between what the sites have been zoned or planned for and what could be. Mr. Dolan stated that this is useful information for both the Planning Commission and the City Council to consider; however, he was not certain as to whether or not this is within the context of the EIR. He indicated that in some cases, massing on a particular site can create an adverse environmental impact, but sometimes it does not. He thanked the Commission for requesting this kind of analysis and added that if it does not end up in EIR, staff will do some work on it. reason he brought up this issue of comparing current zoning versus residential rezoning, which he thinks is important, is not necessarily how it affects the EIR as that will be covered when how the residential units affects the environment is addressed. He indicated that at the last Planning Commission meeting, there were many residents who were very focused on the site near their neighborhood, especially those on the east side, Sites 8, 11, and 14, who were very concerned about putting so many units in one area. He noted that if these people see and understand that if, based on its current zoning, a business park were built in the area, the impacts might be much worse, then they might be less concerned over having high-density residential in the area. He added that although this does not have a direct impact on the EIR, it would be a nice piece of information to have as it has a lot to do with what the folks feel about. Chair Narum ed it this is an option in this case. Mr. Dolan o Project alternative is required by CEQA. Chair Narum inquire if this is still the case even if the City if under court order to do this. Mr. Dolan replied that it is just an analytical tool and not a possible outcome. Chair Narum inquired if different components of some of the sites will be considered in Mr. Dolan replied that staff already started considering and will try to extract from public dialogue what would make sense. He indicated that there may be mixes and matches that respond to a stream of comments that can be pulled out and be an alternative. He noted that the issue about with and without the connection to El Charro Road could also be an alternative and would provide very useful information to decision-makers. He added that there are also some sites where there is at least an ongoing dialogue regarding accommodating a higher number, which could also be an alternative. Chair Narum inquired if one of these sites is the Auf der Maur property on Stanley Boulevard. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, May 11, 2011 Page 15 of 17