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remodels. She indicated support for BE1167, upgrading to LEED silver status. She requested retaining bicycle parking on the list. Commissioner O'Connor discussed transportation and suggested consideration of ways to save on pollution. He indicated support for drought tolerant planting and means of water conservation. He stated electrification was important, but it would be expensive to transfer existing homes and buildings. Commissioner Pace shared concerns expressed by Commissioner O'Connor and suggested a phased approach to electrification efforts focused on new construction. He agreed that new applications should incorporate water conservation elements. Commissioner Ritter agreed with Commissioners Pace and O'Connor. He stated he did not want to overregulate and did not want to for private property owners to make changes. He suggested providing incentives and positive language. He stated water conservation was a priority. He stated he did not want to regulate more than surrounding cities or State requirements. Chair Brown stated the all-electric plan was a high priority item but agreed with Commissioner Ritter about the need for backups and options if the power went out. He stated he would like to increase the emphasis on requiring solar on new construction. He discussed his experience with zero emission vehicles and charging at his home. He stated he wanted to ensure that permit fees were not exorbitant for residents. RECUSAL Commissioner Ritter recused from Item 6 and was placed in a virtual waiting room. 6. P20-1037, Richard Yee/Robson Homes, LLC (Barone's Site), 475 and 493 St. John Street—Work Session to discuss a proposal to retain the existing two-story, single-family home, demolish the accessory dwelling unit, existing restaurant, ancillary structures, and related improvements for the construction of: 1) 10 detached, two-story single-family homes and seven second-story accessory dwelling units above detached garages; or 2) nine detached, two-story single-family homes and five second-story accessory dwelling units above detached garages, a commercial building with parking lot, and related site improvements. Planning and Permit Center Manager Melinda Denis presented the specifics of the item in the Agenda Report. Commissioner Allen stated some members of the public thought the City or Planning Commission initiated the proposal and requested clarification. Ms. Denis explained the proposal was initiated by the applicant, Robson Homes. Commissioner Allen asked the level of discretion of the Planning Commission and City Council on the proposal. She stated her understanding was they had significant discretion on the Planned Unit Development (PUD), but that findings needed to be supported. She asked if the project was a "slam dunk or done deal." Ms. Clark confirmed the project requires a PUD, a legislative discretionary action which requires Planning Commission and City Council approval. She stated the Planning Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 of 12 March 24, 2021