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3. Location of trash bins at the southeasterly location of Building D. The design and location of the trash bins are being modified so garbage trucks do not require access to the rear alley for pick -up of any items. Mr. Ebrahimi indicated that their consultant team is present to answer any questions the Commission may have. Robert Natsch, acting as spokesperson for the Parkside community, stated that his house is directly across the Arroyo from the Summerhill development. He indicated that, for the most part and given the requirements, the Summerhill Complex drawings are very professional and that the Parkside group was encouraged by the changes made to the original plans: moving the pool to the center of the development, eliminating the balconies and stairways from Buildings C and D facing the Arroyo, sloping the rooflines on Buildings C and D, adding the six -foot tall sound wall and a gate accessing the Arroyo, and changing the building colors. He noted, however, that residents would rather not have any three- or four -story buildings on this site and that, in fact, they prefer not to have any apartment complex there at all. Mr. Natsch stated that upon review of the third pre - submittal plan document represented tonight, the members of the Parkside community want to express the following concerns: • They are encouraged that there will be mature trees along the back wall, based on the five -year plan, as they are concerned it may take too long for small plantings to grow and mature. • They would like reassurance that the existing eucalyptus trees will be preserved, and they heard that this evening that they will be, which is good news as well. • They would prefer an eight -foot soundwall versus a six -foot soundwall. The 24/7 noise that will be generated by a 177 -unit apartment complex with a swimming pool, playground, cars coming and going, and trash hauling will certainly change and negatively affect the quality of life of nearby residents. • They also would like the City to control the demolition and construction hours and would like to know who to call when there is a work crew making noise outside the designated hours. • They have asked for the no -dog permit for residents. Many of the residents love dogs and own one themselves, but a 177 -unit density is just too high for that many potential animals. • They want no north side access to the Arroyo. There is already public access to the south side of Arroyo and they do not want public access on the north side as well. They are concerned that part of the Arroyo will become a dog -run and a literal eyesore. The apartment density is just too great for that many people to have easy access to the site. Mr. Natsch stated that the rendering on page A6.7 of Exhibit B showing a south view of Buildings C and D is misleading. He noted that according to the plans, Buildings C and D will be 36 feet, 10 inches high from grade to ridgeline, and Buildings A and B PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, January 22, 2014 Page 7 of 22