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Page 5 Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION 8/24/83 The public hearing was opened. Jim Johnson, 5135 Oakdale represented the Stoneridge Townhouse Homeownewrs Associations. He felt there was a misunderstanding between their concerns and those interpreted by staff. He stated traffic was only part of their concerns. They felt that high density development would be inconsistent with the current neighborhood and safety would be a factor. They had concerns with emergency service from the Fire Department and ambulance ability to get down narrow congested streets which would be created if a high density development were allowed. They also expressed concerns with property values going down. Mr. Johnson presented a slide projection of their concerns to the Commission. Jim Muir, 5321 Springdale discussed the greenbelt in their specific development and that they have a lot of open space. He had concerns with trespassers. He stated that if the Regis proposal was approved it would mean 500 people on about 6.5 acres. He felt this would be unreasonable. He didn't object to building on the site but objected to a lot of people on it. He stated the street is basically too narrow. He said parking is allowed on one side of the street only. He stated that some type of foot access would have to be provided. He indicated that many people have to back out of their driveways now and this would present a real traffic hazard. Magdelline and Roy Scott of 7418 Stonedale Drive spoke against high density units on the property. They stated that their property would be "drug down" with high density development. They moved here from southern California to get away from this type of lifestyle and are now faced with dealing with it again. They feel that the Stoneson people glossed over this issue when selling the condominiums to residents. Jim Johnson questioned the rezoning procedure in 1981. He indicated that in checking the City records, he found out that notices concerning this matter were sent primarily to vacant lots. He objected to any development which would change their lifestyle and would like the City to review this situation. He said they have had nothing but problems since they have moved into the condominiums -- roofing, sidewalks and an untold number of other things. He urged the City really take a good look at this property again. Robert English, 5159 Oakdale, wasan't aware that Stoneson had approval for the 158 condominium units. Mr. Harris stated they have zoning on the property but they have losta portion of their RAP- is now in the renegotiating stage. Mr. English then asked about the project and Mr. Harris explained. Mr. Swift stated that if the dsi~n review approval has lapsed, the entire project would have to come before the City again.