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never intended to be Ironwood; it was intended to be a church. He noted that Ponderosa would not be here except for a change of circumstances; the Church business has changed a lot in the last ten years. He added that this is a good project that has been built in this community and which they have improved. He noted that reducing the unit count so the lots match the next door neighborhood does not help that situation because it just makes the houses even more expensive. Chair Allen returned to the first item to be polled and stated that she is open to it not necessarily being 56 percent but to reducing the house count by two or three to make it less dense. Commissioner Nagler stated that he would support that. Commissioner O'Connor stated that he is fine with reducing the unit count by one or two if it gets a place to put an amenity that is more substantial than what is out there next to the Iron Horse Trail. He added that he is also aware of what it will take to make this development feasible, and if the Commission is asking too much, it is not going to be feasible. Commissioner Ritter agreed with Commissioner O'Connor. He stated that Ponderosa squeezed as much as they can, and he did not want it to end with Ponderosa losing the property, so he is supporting one lot, or two at the most. Commissioner Piper stated that she can co -sign on that thought Chair Allen stated that she agrees with one, two, or three units, and truly agrees that it should also help with the amenity. Commissioner O'Connor commented that it looks like there is a consensus for up to two units. Commissioner Nagler said yes, as long as it is tied to improving the overall layout of the development with the amenity. 2. Separated sidewalks. Commissioner O'Connor stated that separated sidewalks look great but they will push the lots back and really reduce their size. He indicated that he thinks that is too much to ask. Commissioner Ritter agreed. Commissioner Piper stated that she does not understand why staff would necessarily recommend that if it greatly reduces the lot size. She indicated that her neighborhood does not have a sidewalk at all so she is thrilled with just a sidewalk. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, August 12, 2015 Page 23 of 34