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Mr. Otto replied that staff has not discussed phasing with the applicant but that this is something that occurs in projects. He indicated that staff would want to see a plan detailing which units the applicant would want to built first. Commissioner Blank noted that phasing is not specifically called for in the project conditions and inquired if staff felt that the standard construction conditions would allow for such flexibility or if it would need to be specifically spelled out. Mr. Otto replied that the Commission could add language that the applicant could propose phasing. Chair Olson noted that the applicant had indicated that the project would likely be constructed in phases. Mr. Dolan advised that the applicant had asked the City for flexibility to address the market. He indicated that it might be setting up an artificial construct if it is not known at this point how the construction would roll out. Commissioner Blank stated that this was not his intent. He indicated that he would just want to ensure that staff has the ability to work with the applicant to phase as appropriate. Mr. Dolan stated that an extended construction period creates additional challenges not only with the neighbors but also within the project itself. He added that the normal conditions for construction hours are good. Commissioner O'Connor likened the situation to a custom development where some homes get built and some don't based upon the market. Commissioner Pearce stated that she appreciates that there is a motion and a second but that she will not be supporting the motion. She indicated that she was not present at the workshop, and, therefore, her thoughts are not included in the Minutes. She added that she recognizes the need for more housing, but is dismayed that the only solution that was created and put before the Commission was one that bulldozes all trees except for two along the train tracks, including 12 heritage trees; bulldozes a house that is 102 years old which, while not in great condition is still a heritage house in the City. Commissioner Pearce stated that while she did not get information on the parcel size, she would have liked to have seen a proposal that utilized high-density housing on the other four parcels at eight-plus units per acre working around the trees, possibly town homes versus single-family homes, and something that would have had 15 units on this parcel, thereby subjecting the project to the inclusionary housing ordinance. She added that what is missing is affordable housing and does not think the project rises to the standard of City-approved projects. EXCERPT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, September 15, 2010 Page 8 of 9