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~ Dr. Sjoberg noted that the roof color is a teal green that should b nd with the trees; the utility lines will be hidden. He then went into detail of how the nomic feasibility of the project would be harmed by taking some square footage off the s cture. He felt that if he has to cut farther back the project would not work; if the building is reduced, it would have to come out of the center, and he felt this was simply not feasible Hence, he would like to delete Condition 2. In regard to Condition 15, he felt a sidewalk ould further traumatize the trees. He further noted that his architect, Michael Goldswo , said that if the building is reduced, it would actually still look the same size. However, .th reduction they would lose 6-8 underground parking spaces. Dr. Sjoberg further noted at his practice is very successful and he needs the extra office space for patient rooms d administrative offices. He discussed Condition 22 in regard to parking and noted that no ally only nine cars would be parked in the lot at one time. It could get up as high as 18, b this is the exception, not the rule. Staff hours are staggered so all spaces would not be u . . at once. In addition, parking on the street could be done, if necessary. In response to Commissioner Michelotti's question, Dr. Sjoberg mmented that the structure would be sitting two feet within the dripline as measured from the second floor overhang. Michael Goldsworthy, 633 Abbie Street, noted that as the architec , he was also concerned about the trees. He pointed out that he had told the arborist of th . priority of keeping the trees safe. With that in mind, the arborist did his survey and conc uded that a distance of seven ft. would keep the trees protected. The applicant then elec to stay 10 ft. from the dripline for further safety. At this point, they felt comfortable wi proceeding with their plans. In regard to the teal color of the roof, Mr. Goldsworthy be ieved that was superior to the weathered copper. In response to Chairman Mahern's questio , he replied that the roofing material is of ribbed panels, not completely flat. Commissioner Hovingh commented that he felt this was the nicest roject that Mr. Goldsworthy has designed. Al Dutchover, 450 Main Street, noted he is the landscape architect for the project and that the landscape plan as shown is conceptual in nature. He addressed Condition 4.a. in regard to the shrubs: He felt shrubs that grow to about three ft. maximu would be superior to those shown in the condition, which grow at least to five ft. or mo . He noted the deck is only four ft. in height and felt it would be more attractive to keep e shrubs about three ft. tall. In response to Chairman Mahern, he replied that he is certain y willing to work with staff on this matter, and just does not want the case conditioned to sing the plants listed in Condition 4.a. William Owens, 2423 Crestline Road, Pleasanton, stated he was commented that he is pleased that Pleasanton is so concerned with and pleased it is Sycamore trees adjacent to the building. He said tolerate the most injury of any tree and can literally .wall off" di rist for the project. He e protection of trees, ycamore trees can s. He noted that Minutes Planning Commission March 25, 1992 PageS