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accordingly- He looked forward to the Commission's input- Regarding the businesses in the building, they did not have any pre-leased tenants. He believed that the shape and size of the two buildings were adequate; any comments would be incorporated into a new set of drawings. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Arkin whether he had seen the drawings for the gas station that was recently approved in that area, Mr. Lee replied that he had not. Commissioner Arkin suggested that he ask staff for those drawings to familiarize himself with what was approved. Mr. Lee noted that the building would be amulti-functional building. Commissioner Arkin noted that the gas station building did not look like a typical gas station. Ms_ Alice Pryor, 3425 Bernal, noted that traffic in that area was already congested and expressed concern about the potential increase in traffic with this use- She inquired whether another light or a turn lane would be installed- She was concerned about the kind of retail that would be in the buildings and that it may be a safety concern. Commissioner Roberts expressed concern that the east-facing side of the building was very dull and standard. She believed there should be a more articulated and attractive building front on Bernal Avenue. Commissioner Blank agreed that the visual element of the building was deficient- _ Commissioner Arkin suggested that the orientation of the building be rotated. Commissioner Roberts agreed with Commissioner Arkin's suggestion that the applicant look at the new gas station building as a good example of design. She noted that the roof looked very flat and suggested that the applicant add a roofing element with some slant and character to it_ She believed this current design was obviously atilt-up building. Commissioner Fox suggested that the building be centered rather than adjacent to the property line- Commissiouer Roberts agreed with Commissioner Fox's suggestion, which would also allow separate ingress and egress and would hide any auto work. C onzmissioner Fox suggested that the applicant consider one building instead of twos perhaps in an "L" shape. She noted that augmenting the landscaping between the front of the building and Bernal Avenue would add to the attractiveness. Chairperson Maas suggested incorporating a breezeway between the two buildings. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 12, 2005 Page 13 of 21