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Ken Crews also represented the application. He said they can agree with all the conditions but asked that the Commission reconsider Condition 4.c. in regard to providing 3-5 color schemes. Their desire is to use one major color scheme and felt it would provide more unity on the site. Commissioner Hovingh expressed concern that the use of one color throughout tIle complex might be very boring. Some discussion ensued as to the use of one color. Mr. Crews showed drawings and pointed out details they had changed from the Summerhill project. He noted that they had "skewed" the buildings so as to eliminate a walled effect. He also pointed out that six passive recreation areas have been included in the project with two of those converted to tot lots. In addition, two car washes have been included. Commissioner Michelotti asked for clarification on the single story elements. In response to Chairman Mahern's question, Mr. Cruse said the distance between the units is 15 ft. at the closest point. The single story units are those nearest the street. Commissioner McGuirk discussed noise mitigation measures along W. Las Positas Boulevard. Mr. Crews responded that there will be a berm and landscaping between the sidewalk and the fences along W. Las Positas Boulevard. In addition, the back yard fences will be constructed of stucco which is more sound absorbent. Commissioner Horan asked if any of the 150+ units have been considered for first time buyers. Jim McKeenan, 6612 Owens Drive, responded to Commissioner Horan's question. He said their objective is to provide good housing in the range of $190,000 to $240,000. He said it would be difficult, but not impossible to get those prices much lower, given the assessments, etc. against this property. There are some programs they would be willing to participate in to assist first time buyers. The assessment funds generated by this project could be used to assist first time buyers in the form of equity. They have done this with other programs and are agreeable to participating in this program. He further explained how they have participated in such programs in the past. In response to Commissioner McGuirk's question, Mr. McKeenan said tot lots are fenced. Angelina Summers, 4750 Sutter Gate Avenue, referred to Condition 8 regarding a well or wells on the site and asked for clarification. Mr. Higdon explained that condition is a standard procedure on old farm wells or other wells in the area. Before grading or development, those wells must be sealed with dirt and capped with concrete. That is a Minutes Planning co..ission August 28, 1991 Page 16 .. -