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Commissioner McGuirk called attention to Condition 7 in regard to the fence for the southern property line. He said the condition does not address who will pay for the fence. Mr. Swift said it is hoped it can be a "cooperative" arrangement, but it could come down to just the developer paying for the fence. Staff feels a "common" fence is the best way to approach the matter. Commissioner Horan questioned Mr. Swift as to the appropriateness of domed sky lights. Mr. Swift noted that staff has no problem with the use of domed sky lights. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Roy Thompson, 1347 Vintner Way, represented the application. He said he has two issues to address: (1) Regarding Condition 11, he said this is the first time he has seen this condition. He was under the impression that this was not intended to be a turnaround street for the public, but felt that it should be a private driveway. (2) Regarding Condition 4, he asked that the southern side yard setback be allowed to remain at 7 ft. rather than staff's recommended 10 ft. He felt this would be in keeping with the footage allowed for the home that was burned down several years ago. Mr. Thompson said he thought the key issue for approval was that he was to ~ obtain the neighbors' cooperation and agreement as to the appropriateness of his house plans. He said they have met with all the neighbors and they have expressed approval of his plans. He said they have consistently met with staff so as to be doing everything correctly. He felt if he had to go with a 10 ft. setback he would have to redesign the house at a considerable cost. He said staff has consistently told him that R-1-6500 would be approved. He discussed the issue of the tree within the 7 ft. setback and noted that the tree report came back positive. Commissioner Hovingh asked if the cut and fill on the lots are equal. Mr. Thompson said they are equal and no off-haul would be necessary. Commissioner Michelotti further discussed the grade level with the applicant. Mr. Thompson said his house would not be higher than the Mavridis home. He also noted that Lots 1 and 3 will be one story, but Lot 2 which is his home is proposed to be two story. In response to Commissioner Michelotti's question he said his house will be 26 ft. tall measured from the highest part of the structure to the lowest elevation. Chairman Mahern discussed the horticulture report with the applicant, noting the report recommended moving the mulberry tree. Mr. Thompson felt this was not necessary as the tree has survived very well before in the existing 7 ft. setback. MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION. MAY 8, 1991 Pa,. 5 I. .