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not substantially change the vision of the development, in particular, as to the sizes of the homes. Chairman Mahem felt it might be more appropriate to pursue Option 4 and direct the Design Review Board to scrutinize proposed houses. She also pointed out that the houses could be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. There was also the possibility that with reforestation, the homes might become almost invisible from view. The final consensus was that the Commission preferred not to change the existing guidelines or the PUD criteria in regard to the design of the houses. Discussion ensued as to what height of houses would be acceptable on the property being discussed. Commissioner Horan suggested that the public hearing be reopened to find out the height of the house of the gentleman who said he had an architectural design in place. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Dick Jayne, 6390 Grassland Drive, Castro Valley, stated he has Lot 24; the height of his house is 34' or 36' from the foundation to the top of the roof. It is a one-acre flat piece of land. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Chairman Mahern commented that this project was envisioned to be somewhat like a "Hallmark" development for the community. She felt that some other projects on Foothill Road have been patterned from this project. She did not think that any of the Commission wanted to see the project compromised in any way, but wants it to go forward in the quality manner in which it started out. She stated that she concurs with staff conditions, but would favor Condition 5 being "beefed" up so the Design Review Board has more power to direct the design of the homes. She would like some kind of condition added that would clarify the concern of the people on the lower lots so they would have some kind of rebate regarding reforestation. She concurred with Commissioner Horan's suggestion to broaden Condition 2 to have a timeline on erosion issues and trenching, street trees, water tank, and the road to the park with adequate security that these things take place. Mr. Iserson said the things suggested by Chairman Mahern would automatically be done, but that agreement can be referenced in Condition 2. Commissioner Horan felt there should be some kind of equity share transfer in place in regard to the reforestation issue for the protection of the lot owners. In response to Chairman Mahern's question, he felt the homeowner should not be responsible for the extra three 36" box trees. Mr. Iserson indicated staff suport for this concept. He also clarified that the extra three 36" box trees referred only to the 20 lots in question. Mr. Iserson added that the developer is responsible for the street trees and the reforestation. Commissioner McGuirk suggested that Condition 5 be reworded to note that the Foothill Road Corridor be used as guidelines for this project. However, after some discussion, staff Minutes Planning Commission September 25, 1991 Page 8 ,. .