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- Ms. Kline summazized the staff report. She noted that the previous design was for a single story and that the revised design was for atwo-story building. The applicant sought feedback from the Commission on the new design's appropriateness for Downtown. She described the revised floor plan and noted that the building would result in a 110-percent floor area ratio (FAR); a 300-percent FAR is allowed in the Central Commercial District. If the building exceeds 80 percent of the lot area, which it does, additional off-street parking is required. Because the project is in an assessment district, the applicant must pay for an additional six parking places; the applicant has opted for an in-lieu parking agreement. Ms. Kline described the azchitectural and design features. She noted that a letter from Robert Byrd had been received, discussing parking; and a phone call was received from Chris Beratlis, stating his support for the project. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Maas, Ms. Kline confirmed that the lot behind the building was a municipal lot but did not count toward his requirement to pay for additional parking spaces. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Mark Stoklosa, project architect, noted that he would be available to answer questions and noted that he brought some exhibits. Chairperson Roberts noted that the footprint of the building was the same and inquired about the changes. Mr. Stoklosa noted that the first floor was almost identical. A pilaster wall was added to continue to the second floor, and two wings were added on the other side, creating a large bay window. Commissioner Fox noted that the building looked more massive than the existing building. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Maas whether the terra cotta referred to the color or the material, Mr. Stoklosa replied that it referred to the material so that a more Mediterranean style could be achieved. He assured the Commission that the tiling would be compatible with the building. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Maas regarding public art, Mr. Stoklosa noted that they planned to propose a feature that would attract pedestrians to sit in the plaza with planters and benches. He noted that the owners preferred the gray color because it was similar to the color on the existing building. Commissioner Sullivan requested a more detailed rendering of the project. -- Commissioner Arkin requested athree-dimensional model. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, October 13, 2004 Page 10 of 15