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retaining wall to an 18-inch retaining wall with shrubs behind it and it will set back one-foot from the property line. Architect Craig Schafer with PM Design Group spoke about the project and referenced Commissioner Brown's question regarding the parking stalls. He explained the reasoning behind the proposed design given safety and ADA reasons, circulation, the driveway, and other design challenges on the site. Applicant's Traffic Consultant Chris Kinzel with TJKM spoke about the proposed width of the driveway at 40 feet and the reasons behind his recommendation. He found many 40-foot driveways which are common in north Pleasanton and while a 35-foot driveway would work, due to the compactness of the site, 40 feet is desirable. Mr. Schafer spoke to the roofing material, stating they are willing to work with staff to come up with an alternative than the one proposed, such as a heavy shingle or concrete. Commissioner Balch asked what was the typical life of the plastic sample that was proposed. Mr. Schafer stated it is a 15-year roof, as compared to concrete, which is much longer. Chair Allen then opened the public comment period. Peter Hu spoke on behalf of the church in regard to the proposed height of the fence at five feet. He explained his reasoning behind requesting a six-foot high fence, noting it is common in the neighborhood. There had been robberies in the past with his property used as an escape route. He also referenced the setback and displayed photographs of over-sized customer vehicles that park in his parking lot during the week. He asked for more separation to avoid easy access. The walkway is to be expanded from five to eight feet per Condition No. 15 and they believe that the end of the six feet should include a 42-inch wrought iron fence, extending to the Hopyard Road sidewalk. Commissioner Brown asked for clarification on the request for a six-foot fence as measured from which site, either the 7-Eleven or the church, as the 7-Eleven site is higher in elevation than the church site. Mr. Hu responded the request is six feet from the 7-Eleven elevation and asked that it be six feet atop of the retaining wall, for a total of seven and a half feet so people cannot jump over it. Jenny Bento spoke as a previous Pleasanton resident and a current member of the church, working as a youth leader on Saturday and Wednesday nights. She spoke about a time when the youth attending the church were being verbally harassed by other young adults coming in and out of 7-Eleven who were banging on the windows of the church building. She did not feel comfortable letting the youth outside and she requested parents had to come inside to pick them up. While this is not common, loitering is a big issue and she supported a tall, solid fence. Also, alcohol is sold which can cause problems, especially late at night. Commissioner Balch asked and confirmed that there are some restrictions on the sale of alcohol per State regulations. Planning Commission Minutes Page 10 of 16 August 28, 2019 of the project and stated they changed the three-foot Planning Commission Minutes Page 9 of 16 August 28, 2019 019 exception of the homes on Rachael Place, which are set back a Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 of 16 August 28, 2019