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discuss the signage, and noted that the applicant would like to appear before the Commission on June 11, 2003, for a formal design review. Mr. Felix Bachofner, representing the applicant, noted that Mr_ Cannon's design was reproduced on an inkj et printer, and added that the color £idelity did not match the actual color of the building. IJe noted that at the, public hearing, he intended to bring a colors and material board. He added that the red was not a primary red, and tended more towards a scarlet or crimson. In response to as inquiry by Con-imissioner Maas, Mr_ Bachofner noted during the design phase that they referred to the heritage buildings on Main Street and noticed several towers and covered walkways_ He noted that other design elements could be incorporated, a.iid believed that the tower and walkways reRected the character of Pleasanton's buildings. Commissioner Maas questioned the use of a tower element. Commissioner Roberts noted that the tower did not appear to be incorporated into the building, and believed that this design appeared to be more disconnected. Chairperson Arkin inquired whether more natural-appearing materials could be included in the exterior design, such as the materials used in the £ire station. He noted that this building was located at a gateway to the City. Commissioner Maas noted that the £ire station was very expensive to design and build_ Mr_ Bachofncr noted that the use of siiriilar materials would kill the project Financially. Commissioner Roberts suggested that a more interesting exterior he considered. Mr. Bachofner displayed a laptop presentation describing the proposed desigiz. Mr. Cannon noted that he had the same reaction with respect to the tower element, and tried to improve the design without changing the basic structural framework. He noted that building out the area below the tower would create a more integrated appearance. He discouraged fake stone detail for building exteriors, and did not believe it was appropriate for this type of use_ Mr. Bachofner noted that the red stripes were not painted, and were extruded metal bards that stand proud from the building. They are S.nished with an automotive grade paint, and he noted that the ink jet rendering did not accurately represent the color_ He had received comments that the massing should be broken up, and that interesting elements be added to the design. He noted that they took the comments from the peer review architect and staff to heart. He noted that at some point, the level of complexity would render the project Financially unfeasible, and added that they were close to that point. He added that PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES May 28, 2003 Page 22