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endearing characteristics, but inside, there is nothing really endearing about it with its popcorn ceilings and a 1970s kitchen. He noted that from a historical perspective, it does not have that much significance. He further noted that in Pleasanton's Historic Context Statement, there is a lot of really attractive examples of homes that would be worthy of preservation, and this house does not approach that level of detail or characteristic. Commissioner Pearce disclosed that she met with the applicant a few months ago, walked the property, and walked inside the house. She then asked Mr. Schroeder if this application is time - sensitive. Mr. Schroeder replied that from his standpoint, it is as he has an obligation to proceed with this project. He indicated that he has a contractor who purchased the property and that he had only so much time to do it with him. Commissioner Pearce explained that she is trying to understand why Mr. Schroeder would bring this project forward in the middle of a Task Force process designed to ascertain a new method of doing things, specifically within the Downtown Specific Plan area. Mr. Schroeder replied that he has had this property under contract for quite some time and that he is really somewhat behind schedule. He indicated that he had told the property owner that they need to wait and see how this rolls out, and it has taken a lot longer than he had expected it to roll out and he could not wait any longer; they needed to move forward. Commissioner Pearce asked Mr. Schroeder if he wanted to move forward before the Task Force finishes its work. Mr. Schroeder replied that he did not have an option. He stated that he had hoped the Task Force process would have been done a little more quickly but that he understands that these things take time and that he obviously has had no control over that. Acting Chair Blank told Mr. Schroeder that since he was at the last Task Force meeting, he would have heard the Task Force discussing the possibility of setting a hard date. He noted that had that happened, the Task Force would be over. He asked Mr. Schroeder how he would have proposed this property. Mr. Schroeder replied that he would have proposed it just as it is: demolish the property as it is not of significance. He noted that just because the house is old does not mean it is significant. He indicated that he has a report here by a professional which indicates that the house is not historical. He added that he is certain another professional would say the same thing. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, November 28, 2012 Page 9 of 38