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space per 250 square feet is actually liberal, and as a result, the City changed Hacienda Business Park's standards from one parking space per 250 square feet to one space for every 300 square feet. . Commissioner Cooper commented that he read that archaeological remains have been found in the Laguna Oaks property across the Arroyo. He asked if anything similar has been found on this side of the Arroyo. Mr. Iserson replied that he has not heard that archaeological remains have been found on this site; however, the project includes a standard condition of approval that if any archaeological remains are discovered, the developer would have to stop and contact an archaeologist and proceed according to State law. PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Mr. Jim Gresham, 7011 Koll Center Parkway, Suite 210, representing Parkway Properties, stated that he has reviewed staffs recommendations, that some of these recommendations are already being implemented, and that he agrees with the remaining recommendations. He requested that the Commission consider the merits of the project and grant its approval. Commissioner Cooper inquired if the site would have some kind of art work since it would have a water feature. Mr. Gresham replied that there would be a design element in front of the project consisting of granite slabs set in an interesting fashion with some plants around it, which would function as art and a seating area. The sidewalk would be extended to encourage people to go to the extensive water feature of the Birch Lake project. . Mr. Kumaran inquired what the reason was for increasing the square footage of the original approval. Mr. Gresham replied that the Park would be more cohesive if the site became essentially another phase of the Birch Lake project rather than have a different style of architecture on the site. Moreover, a two-story building would leave more area for parking and generous landscaping. In addition, there would be only one building, set back from Koll Center Parkway by landscaping and parking in front of the building. This would add more to the open feel of the Park. Chair Barker asked if the required number of parking stalls would still be attained if the dimensions were modified to compact and standard sizes. Mr. Gresham replied that he intended to request a PUD modification for the universal-size stalls but that he would comply with the requirements either way. Mr. Kumaran noted that Condition 1S.b. states that the universal stall may allow for a two-foot overhang, reducing the length of the stall to 15 feet, 6 inches as measured from the adjacent curb to the back of the stall. He asked if this is a customary building practice. . Planning Commission Minutes Page 3 July 23, 1997