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THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Vice Chair Brown inquired about the level of the Commission's decision regarding the project. Ms. Clark referenced staff's recommendation for denial of the project and explained that if the Commission wanted to provide direction for an alternate option, the project would come back before the Commission for review of a five-lot proposal, or whatever decision was made by the Commission. Commissioner Allen inquired whether there were other lots in the NSSP that would border Sycamore Creek and Sycamore Road. Ms. Clark responded that she was not aware of any similar lots. Commissioner Pace inquired about the three lots at the top of the hill, consistent with the existing development on the hill. He stated the proposal offered the three lots at the top consistent with the existing upper portion and the two lots below were consistent with existing conditions below. Ms. Clark discussed the grade change from the north to the south and the proposal reflected the division from the north to the south elevation. Vice Chair Brown stated the three northern lots were pre-graded. He explained the donation of land to allow Sycamore Creek Way to go through. Commissioner Allen stated the applicant mentioned that they donated land, but land was received in return. She then inquired how the appropriate value of an amenity was determined and she discussed home values in the area. She also stated Dale Way was not an amenity because it already existed. Ms. Clark explained the lot line adjustment to accommodate Sycamore Creek Way alignment and easements on Dale Way. She then responded that there was not a strict formula to determine amenity, rather a negotiation considering the type of amenity proposed, but that it should be in proportion to the request. She stated Dale Way was an improvement that would be required, irrespective of the number of lots being requested for the parcel, therefore not an amenity in staff's view. Commissioner Pace discussed precedent related to similar requests and amenities offered. Ms. Clark responded that amenities varied widely and discussed offers including cash contributions for public improvements, Ponderosa Home's Valley Trails project that included and various park improvements and what amenities made sense for the particular location. Commissioner Allen referenced the visual of the five lots and inquired whether Dale Way and the creek setbacks were included in the acreage. She then inquired about the square footage of Dale Way. Planning Commission Minutes Page 8 of 13 January 22, 2020 rojects and the state providing housing to all income levels. She referenced a visual simulation to demonstrate the size of the lots and discussed support from the neighbors. Laverne Spotorno, resident of Pleasanton and family within the City for over 250 years, provided support for the project and encouraged the Commission to approve the plan, with whatever conditions may be set forth. Harold Roundtree, neighbor of the project, provided his support of the project, with the proposed five lots. Eron Bringhurst, Pleasanton resident and member of the Bringhurst family, stated the project would look consistent with the surrounding area. Planning Commission Minutes Page 7 of 13 January 22, 2020