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Regarding the proposed streets across the fairgrounds (Attachment 8), Mr. Jansen does not see how this alternative would work since the Fairgrounds have historically been unresponsive. Further, the change in street circulation now puts all future development traffic through their subdivision. Mr. Jansen reiterated staff's concerns regarding the four flag lots: I) the tightness of the flag lots, 2) the orientation of the flag lot homes, 3) the flag lot access situation, and 4) the Jones easement on Lot 9. Mr. Jansen advised that the new circulation pattern is substantially increasing the amount of street surfacing they will be required to do. This impacts the economics of the overall project. Zone 7 is requiring extensive repair to the arroyo. Another burden on the project are the large porches which gives this development its rural look. Mr. Jansen feels staff's proposed layout of three lots does not improve the situation. He feels Lot A will be even more shutoff from the main public street, they don't relate to the other homes any better than before, he would need to put the smallest home on the largest lots, and Lot 9 is reduced in size. The changes Mr. Jansen made were: Lot II now has the smallest house on it, the side porch has been eliminated from the smallest house which increased the sideyard and backyard, some property lines were shifted, Lots 12 and 13 are now the largest lots in the subdivision, and the easement is now almost 30' in width. Pat Bitz, 2186 Rheem Drive, #C, representing the Alteri and Marshall families, who are the adjacent neighbors of this development, noted that they have reviewed the plans and wish to address three issues of the plan. They strongly support the plan and the 13 units. They feel the developer has done a good job in planning the whole area without having so many cul-de- sacs, and the homes are refreshing and fit the area. The speaker does not feel the development should be judged on the square footage of the lots. Mr. Bitz is in favor of this development and seeks the Commission's approval. Daniel Hoile, Sr., 16220 Carolyn Street, San Leandro, representative for the A1teri/Marshall property, wholeheartedly supports this development. Mr. Hoile feels the development of Rose A venue is better than putting traffic along the creek. Robert Hornbeck, P.O. Box 2855, Castro Valley, representative of the Marshall property. Mr. Hornbeck commented that in years past, cul-de-sacs have always been rejected by the Zone 7 and the fire department. What is approved now will determine how the Alteri/Marshall property will be able to be developed. Mr. Hornbeck does not see the benefits of running Rose Avenue along the arroyo. He approves the subdivision plans submitted by Lynden Homes. General discussion ensued regarding the placement of the EVA for adevelopment proposed on the Alteri property approximately eight years ago. In response to Commissioner Planning Commission Minutes Page 17 September 27. 1995