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the request is in keeping with the character of the' neighborhood and would be a reasonable and ecottomic use of the land. It would result in the removal of a large and old barn from the property. After a general discussion, it was the consensus of the Comisaiott that a pub- lic hearing shkwld.be held on this application. Cosoiasioner Wharton pointed out that the application was in keeping with the tentative lattd use guide prepared by the Planning Consultant. Nr. Bosse explained time is isg~ortant, because he has an option to buy which expires in two weeks. Planning Cottsultant Bill Rugg stated the preliminary draft of the Neater Plan indicated that this portiott of Augustine Street should be a pare of a 70-foot loop street running to the north. The rear lot construction would be unaffected, how ever. He led a general discussion as to the density proposed by the application as corpared to the preliminary draft of the zoning ordinance under study. The area fell short by a few square feet of meeting the suggested requirements because of a requirement for additional area for single family units in a development such as that proposed by the application. It wan suggested that the additional area might not be needed. Commissioners expressed the opinion that they would like to see the property at least before they decide, pointing out the application had been presented after the agenda for the mNting had been distributed. Chairman Wetherby moved that the matter be taken under advisement until December 12, 1957 at which tips the matter would be considered without holding a public hearing. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Trowbridge. Commissioner Wharton felt that if the decision is to be deferred, a public hearing should be held, since it would take no more time and would give the public an opportunity to be heard. The applicant was asked if he could provide information relative to the following; Dimensions of the building - existing and proposed Location of existing trees Proposed garage and parking spaces &asements and access - with dimensions Side yards The applicant agreed and asked if the Commission intends to defer a decision, could he have an informal indication of the Commisaion~s feelings relative to the use of the land on some basis, so that he might pick up or drop his option. The Commission suggested he try to get an extension on the option beyond the meeting tentatively scheduled for December 12, 1457. With the permission of the second, Chairman Wetherby withdrew his previous motion and moved that: The decision on applicatiott be deferred and that a public hearing be held at 8:00 P.K. on December 12, 1957 at which time the applicant would present the data requested by the Cosmiasioa. The motion was seconded by Cosnieafoner Hanifen and unanimously carried. The City Attorney explained to the Commission and-the applicant that he would have to look into the possible legal problems presented by requirements of the building code. He stated he would have a report at the next meeting. Application of Dr. G. DuBois, D.C. of 179 Castro Street, Hayward, to operate a chiropratic office at 551 Main Street. Dr. DuBois stated he would have the office open two days per week and the