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f reported Mrs. Robles had claimed, at a previous Planning Commission meeting, they do not rent rooms but rather, they "help people," but they are not trained and are only providing a haven for criminals and drug addicts. She expressed frustration noting the project will increase existing problems. Ed Broome commented on the project being "unremarkable" in its design and mass and said it will contribute to the overall improvement of the neighborhood. He commented on the history of the property noting Council cannot take that into consideration, but addressed the issue of parking. During a previous Planning Commission, the use of the garage, for parking, was addressed. The • applicant had no intention of using the garage for parking. He said approval of the project will continue the condition of deferred maintenance and urged Council to uphold the Planning Commission's decision. Mr. Broome added the applicant has not followed the Planning Commission's recommendations and opposed the project. David Robles reported living in the house for 38 years and accumulating a lot of stuff, as they are a big family. He explained the need for more space and reported meeting all the requirements of City staff. Mr. Robles reported they are foster parents and some of the kids have had problems, but have addressed them. Joe Cravotta reported the project would address all the concerns relative to landscaping and adds value to the neighborhood. He addressed his qualifications and experience and noted he has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. Mr. Cravotta stated the applicant has worked closely with staff and reported a condition requiring parking in the garage, noting the Robles's are clearing it out. Mayor Thorne closed the public hearing. Councilmember Brown noted the house is currently approximately 1600 square feet and asked regarding the number of existing bedrooms. Associate Planner Luchini reported the house currently, has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Councilmember Brown stated neighbors are concerned with the number of people coming and going now. Councilmember Pentin referenced the tree report and asked if the City has agreed. Associate Planner Luchini responded, affirmatively. Councilmember Pentin stated the project needs more time to be vetted. Councilmember Brown thanked the public for attending and noted the importance of public feedback but noted some of the comments received cannot be used in Council's decision process. She expressed concern with the scale of the proposed project and stated when the two heritage trees are removed, it will increase the visual impact to neighborhood. She appreciated the applicant wanting to improve their home, but did not believe this is a good project for the neighborhood. She hoped the applicant will improve the plans, landscape the site and make it a project which the neighbors will also be proud of. Mayor Thorne agreed with Councilmember Brown's comments and stated the Planning Commission made the right decision. His primary concerns are massing and parking and Mayor Thorne noted support for the motion. MOTION: It was m/s Pentin/Olson to adopted and waive full reading of Resolution No. 17-968 upholding the Planning Commission decision denying a Design Review to convert an existing unconditioned loft into an approximately 720-square-foot second-story addition and to increase City Council Minutes Page 6 of 8 October 3,2017