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They chose the home for its privacy, and noted that there were no windows on one side of their home. On the other side, there were no windows on the upper floor. He noted that the large addition to the Griders' home included three windows that violated their privacy by looking into their yard, a bay window, their family room, dining area, and a bathroom. He noted that in Exhibit B, Items 3.d. and 3.e. totally solved their privacy issues by suggesting either no windows, six foot high windows, or windows that were frosted, etched, or stained- He believed that having some windows were more beneficial to the project than none, but wished for them to be obscured in some way- He requested that those conditions be enforced, and appreciated the staff's efforts. He expressed concern about construction debris and porta-potties being placed on his property. Commissioner Maas noted that staff would contact the contractor to ensure that those materials arc put on the subject property. Chris Schlies, applicants' attorney, 699 Peters Avenue, Suite B, noted that he had represented the owners of the uphill property owners on Montevino in the early 1 990s. They were not able to regrade their lots because of a CCB~R protection of the downhill neighbors. He noted that they regraded their lots without permission; they were allowed to continue under the severe vigilance o£ the City. He noted that the Vintage Hills residents expressed their concerns to the City that this development would intrude on their backyard privacy, and would impact their views to the east, which primarily included rolling hills. He observed that at this point, the tables were turned, and believed the history was worthy of consideration. He noted that with respect to the frosted windows, the Griders had a nice view to their pool and the northeast from the bonus room. He believed that they should be able to use of that view. Laura Sorich, 3161 Catawba Court, noted that she had no issues with this project, and believed that the applicants should be able to build the addition to their home as long as it meets Code_ Commissioner Roberts advised that any proposed removal of heritage trees must be brought before City staff, which would make a decision. If the decision is appealed, it would be brought before the Heritage Tree Board. Steve Grider noted that the building supplies and the porta-potty would be located on his property. He wished to respond to the concerns regarding the massiveness o£the project, and noted that other additions had been approved in his neighborhood, including a 3,961 square foot project that included a turret- He displayed pictures of several similar projects. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Kemeny, Mr. Iserson advised that the Griders were willing to accept 24% feet, and that staff approved 23% feet. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED_ Chairperson Arkin noted that the neighbors wished to define quiet work with respect to the Saturday hours of operation. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March l2, 2003 Page 11