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Mr. Beaudin replied they didn't use that type of mapping but rather used the City's adopted mapping protocol. However, in theory, there would be a larger area to blend an average and there should be less of those features with a larger minimum `quadrant' or grid system. Chair Allen acknowledged the research used by the City to set the standard. Mr. Beaudin stated the goal was to create something that allowed for a true interpretation of Measure PP and QQ. Staff looked at several jurisdictions' hillside regulations and translated them into a policy the City could replicate for other development projects and this was the methodology used. Commissioner Ritter said he did not remember anomalies for other properties. Mr. Beaudin clarified that the Spotorno site was in the flats and staff did not apply this methodology given the hillside components of that project relate to trails and open space conservation. Commissioner Ritter asked if removing the foliage would change the mapping. Mr. Beaudin noted this was one example that could be causing the anomalies. He said staff has been onsite during the dryer season and depressions were noted in the ground. In some cases, the outfall will show up from water running in the area. In other cases, there might have been a tree which fell over and created a divot in the ground, as well as other reasons. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Applicant Jeff Schroeder with Ponderosa Homes introduced the Ponderosa team and provided background of their work, stating they initially applied in 2014 and returned with a more formal submittal in 2015. He explained there was delay due to Measure PP, but they worked with staff to refine the plan and proceeded to submit the project from the original 39 lot proposal to 33 lots, which includes the two existing houses. He said the plan meets Measure PP's guidelines because they stay out of the 25 percent slope areas, except for the tiny anomalies that could be caused by several factors, such as cows, roads, water, and man-made structures. Most of this proposal is not visible from anywhere; it is under the General Plan density midpoint, meets the City's requirements and includes community benefits of community parks and significant safety improvements on Dublin Canyon Road. Ponderosa Homes' Planning Manager Rick Rosenbaum gave a PowerPoint presentation and stated the application has been refined several times to adhere to requirements. He spoke about their staking of the site and identifying the anomalies, presented an aerial map showing the development footprint and overlay, existing creek and vegetation, design of the property, lot sizes, street sections and road improvements. He said they are seeking the Commission's support to: define land use, apply the standard used for the Lund Ranch project, support the notion that the isolated pink areas are anomalies and are not protected hillside slope areas, support the proposed unit count of 33 residential lots and consideration of the proposed trail connection, location of the staging area, open space and the Lester family's desire to continue to reside on the property. Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 of 22 March 27, 2019