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DRAFT Commissioner Ritter stated that he would be the same. Chair Pearce asked Commissioner Ritter if he wanted all of Mr. MacDonald's suggestions too. Commissioner Ritter replied that he would like Policy #8 changed to have the FAR match that of the rest of the City. Chair Pearce clarified that what she was asking Commissioner Olson is whether he wants all of Mr. MacDonald's suggestions incorporated in the motion and not just the FAR because she was going to entertain a discussion about a FAR if it would get him to a "yes," but if it is all of Mr. MacDonald's suggestions, then she would recommend that the Commission move for a vote. Commissioner Posson inquired if the Commission can discuss that a little more. Chair Pearce said yes. Commissioner Posson stated that frankly, that is the area where he got some heartburn. He noted that the City is going to go out and do a survey, and he is wondering whether or not it makes sense to reconsider the FAR language once the City gets a firm understanding of how many properties and what specific properties are affected by this. He indicated that he is very concerned about restricting the residents' ability to modernize their homes. He added that he understands the compatibility issue and providing certainty, but he just does not want to put a numerical limit or any restrictions in there. He suggested that this may be something the Commission wants to consider recommending to the Council, that the Council take a look at that 25-percent limit after the survey is completed. Mr. Dolan stated that he just wants to clarify as the Commission considers that suggestion, that this does apply to all the properties in the Specific Plan Area and so that is what the concept issue is now. Chair Pearce added that it is not just the ones in the Historic area, but it is the compatibility issue with regard to Downtown. She asked the Commissioners if that clarification helps. Commissioner Posson stated that it confounds his decision. Chair Pearce asked Commissioner Posson if he wants to have more discussion on the FAR as he seconded her motion. Commissioner Posson stated that he is ready to vote. He added that when this does go to Council, he hopes that the Council will look long and hard at that 25-percent and whether that is equitable. He stated that if there are any residents that have heartburn with that limit, they should speak out loud and clear to the Council. DRAFT EXCERPT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, 11/13/2013 Page 25 of 28