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In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Sullivan, Mr. Iserson confirmed that if a PUD modification were approved, any business or project which used this approach for traffic reduction would automatically become a conditional use. The use may return to the Commission for subsequent review and any modifications necessary to reduce traffic. In response to another inquiry by Commissioner Sullivan, Mr. Iserson noted that some degree of regularity in scheduling the audits would be beneficial so performance of the audit did not slip through the cracks. He noted that regazdless of whether the audits were random or scheduled, it would be incumbent upon the applicants to show the results of their traffic patterns. Commissioner Sullivan noted that it was his experience that a random audit may reflect the true traffic situation. In response to a further inquiry by Commissioner Sullivan, Mr. Iserson replied that although this project did not meet the standards of the Green Building Ordinance, staff always encouraged green building in this project. Commissioner Sullivan noted that he did not see any language in the conditions reflecting encouragement of the application of green building standazds. _ Mr. Iserson noted that staff was precluded from including such language in these applications because of the ordinance. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Douglas Dahlin, applicant, 5865 Owens Drive, discussed traffic and transportation and noted that this building was their only choice for a Pleasanton presence because of its proximity to mass transit. He displayed the site plan for the building on the overhead screen and described its layout and features, including over 140 parking spaces. He believed that the design would create a more street-friendly building. He noted that the landscape plan was not complete but suggested that a water feature might be included for both cooling and sound-masking. He noted that they were committed to taking advantage of the bus and BART routes and to reducing dependence on the automobile. Commissioner Arkin complimented Mr. Dahlin on the quality of the building design. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Sullivan regarding the green building elements, Mr. Dahlin replied that the green building standazds did not include reconstruction and remodeling. He noted that the LEED system included points for site elements, use of recycled materials, use of best practices forestry materials as well as landscaping elements, and being located next to public transportation. He noted that the natural ventilation flow would be green building-friendly as well. He noted that the goal was to become green building certified. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES May 12, 2004 Page 4 of 14