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Sycamore and London Plane trees are excellent examples of having this feature. He further explained that trees have their major root system about six feet out m the trunk; that is why he went to seven feet in his recommendation. In addition, he oted that if tree roots are cut rather than ripped out, it will do less damage to the tree. He so noted that tree roots of one inch in diameter take about a year to recover. He felt that wi careful protection of the trees on the site they would be in no danger. Branches that overh g the building can be carefully tied back during construction with no damage to the trees Commissioner Michelotti questioned Mr. Owens as to whether he elt the trees would be safe if they are two feet within the dripline. Mr. Owens replied that h felt they would be all right if his precautions are followed. He presented photos of the s to the Commission. He reiterated that the limbs could be tied back until the roof is on, and had no reservations in approving the building location in regard to the trees. Dr. Sjoberg returned to the podium and addressed a number of th conditions: Condition 2 - he wished to delete; Condition 4.a. - leave open as to plant types requested by Mr. Dutchover. Condition 6 - he questioned why the $5,000 bond h to be in place for a period of three years. Condition 13 - he noted that this has already been taken care of. He asked permission to put "courteous parking stripes" in the parking area. Condition 19 - he would like for the landscape architect, Mr. Dutchover, to be able to han Ie this item. Condition 23 _ He asked that if there are going to be requests for a traffic stud that this be done within a year, as he felt the condition was not appropriate; he favored 7,4 sq. ft, rather than 4,500 sq. ft. as noted in the condition. Chairman Mahern asked Mr. Swift to clarify Condition 23 and th parking situation. Mr. Swift explained the matter relating to parking and noted that Mr. joberg would like to go to 7,400 sq. ft. of medical office if the ordinary City rules are appli to that 7,400 sq. ft. He further noted that there is some flexibility in the PUD. Commissioner Hovingh questioned the applicant as to whether a ental hygienist might possibly come to work within his office confines as an independe t contractor. Mr. Sjoberg indicated it was possible, but not likely to happen. Commissioner McGuirk questioned Mr. Sjoberg as to why he fel he needed 11 patient chairs. Mr. Sjoberg explained that he needs six chairs or rooms or immediate use; six chairs or rooms that can be cleaned while others are being used; d one for emergency use. Commissioner Hovingh briefly commented on the parking spaces and felt that parking as noted by the applicant would be adequate. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Minutes Planning Commission March 25, 1992 Page 6