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noted that it took a lot of time, and the Cunninghams have taken the time to make many changes to the house. She indicated that she thinks they are moving in the right direction but believes the house still does not meet Policy 17 of the Downtown Specific Plan, which refers to perception and excessive lot coverage concerns, which she feels are still present as demonstrated, however crudely, by the perceived FAR of the lower lot. She stated that, given that she still has concerns about the massing, she would not support the project. Chair Narum stated that this is a tough one but appreciates the Cunninghams efforts in meeting with Commissioner Pearce and herself and in coming up with some proposed changes based on their comments, and then making further changes based on comments made at a subsequent meeting. She noted that her comments three weeks ago had to do with the appearance from the street and the relationship to the buildings, and believes that with the changes now, she can support the project and make the findings. She stated that if this project goes forward, she hopes for harmony in the neighborhood at some point as well. Commissioner Blank agreed that this is always very tough, and people need to heal when this is all over. Commissioner Blank moved to make the Variance findings listed in the November 9, 2011 staff report and to approve Cases P11-0709 and P11-0707, subject to the conditions of approval shown in Exhibit A of the November 9, 2011 staff report, with the additional condition in the November 30, 2011 staff memorandum. Commissioner Pentin seconded the motion. Chair Narum stated that she wanted to make it absolutely certain that with this approval, there cannot be a lot split between the Hall house and this house at any future time. Mr. Dolan replied that a lot split would require another variance. Commissioner Blank inquired if that would automatically come back to the Commission. Mr. Dolan said yes. Commissioner Blank inquired if it is not necessary then to include that in the motion. Mr. Dolan replied that the Commission can make it very clear in its motion that the ; however, a subsequent Commission could overrule that. Commissioner Blank amended his original motion to include that the Commission strongly recommends that the lot never be split. Commissioner Pentin accepted the amended motion. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, November 30, 2011 Page 8 of 19