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regard to the use of stucco, she supported staff's recommendation; she was a~so in support of a 4,500 sq. ft. on the homes in the first tier; she would leave Condition 43 as recommended by staff; Condition 52 wording should be changed from south to north. Discussion ensued as to traffic issues in the area. commissioner McGuirk stated he is comfortable with the project proceedings and can support the approval of a Negative Declaration without an EIR; however, he would not allow any issuance of building permits until the drought is over; he can support the extension of "C" Court as he would rather have a controlled stop at "c" Court at Stoneridge than have pedestrians and bikes try to get across Foothill Road. He was not in favor of single-sidewalk streets as proposed for "E" Court and "A" street and felt this was too dangerous for walkers and bikers. For extra safety, he would provide another 5 ft. for two sidewalks. He concluded that with respect to custom homes, he would like to see something more specific as to a proposed design and cited the example of "ranch style" which has been used further south on Foothill Road. commissioner Horan stated he is happy with the project and praised staff and the developer for working out all the issues and the mitigation measures without the extra expense of an EIR. He said he felt comfortable that all issues have been properly addressed. Further discussion ensued as to street connections. Chairman Mahern noted that these issues will be addressed at the tentative map stage. Commissioner Wright felt that the use of stucco should be allowed and that it is a good fire retardant. He agreed with the applicant in regard to Condition 2g and felt that 4,500 sq. ft. is too restrictive for the size of lot. In regard to a lighting plan, he thought some criteria should be worked up for the whole area. In regard to Condition 10, he would favor putting an insulated redwood box around the backflow devices which would disguise them while protecting them from freezing in the winter. Mr. swift responded that the fire department and staff cannot support a box around the backflow devices as they would be too large and too cumbersome. The Commission agreed that lot 12 could be dropped to 28,000 sq. ft. A motion was made by Commissioner Hovingh, seconded by Commissioner Michelotti recommending approval of the Negative Declaration prepared for Case PUD-90-19 inasmuch as project MINUTES PLlUlIfIIIG COIIIIISSIOII FBBRUARY 27, 1991 Page 10