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b. V-69-11, D. 6 V. Builders, Inc. Application for a variance to Sec. 2.100 and 2.102c, to allow the construction of single-family homes with a reduction in the aide yard to zero on one side and 3 ft. on the other, and a frontyard setback of 20 ft., in lieu of 23 ft., said property generally located on the south side of Black Avenue, approximately 400 ft. east of Hopyard Road, said property described as Lota 9, 10 and 11, Tract 3062. (Public Rearing continued from May 28, 1969 - referral from the Board of Adjustment to the full Commission) Chairman Garrigan opened the Public Hearing. Planning Director Castro explained the staff report, concluding that the staff is still very much against the idea. Mr. Frost, representing the applicant, spoke in defense of his development. He referred to the objective of D. & V. Builders to construct housing for a market not now reached, i.e., the young family not financially set. He also felt that perhaps it would be wise to use these six model homes as a demonstration area before actually going into complete construction of the Garden Court development. He feels the pre-sales experience would be beneficial. To further illustrate his argument, Mr. Frost demonstrated exhibits showing the various elevations. Planning Director Castro maintained his position that to place an experimental group of homes in this fashion in as area of higher priced homes would be detri- mental; moreover, he was not convinced that the prices of the homes would in fact be each that lower-income families would be in a position to qualify for them. Upon motion of Chairman Garrigan, seconded by Commissioner Antonini, and carried, the Public Hearing was closed. Commissioner Poas questioned Mr. Frost about his intention of using these six model homes for the other 105 models projected for the Garden Court area. Commissioner Pons questioned Mr. Frost on the timing, the reply was a savings of about 12 weeks if they could get to it immediately, thereby eliminating construc- tion during winter months. Mr. Frost stressed the point to the Commissioners sad wanted it clearly understood that these three lots did not need to be split into six as he had proposed. Commissioner Antonini questioned the setbacks and the sidewalks. He made reference to the Valley Trails development and suggested that perhaps the home he was proposing would perhaps be better placed in the site that is now occupied by the Valley Trails development. The reply was that the home in that location would not sell. Commissioner Pereira made reference to the garage size. He did refer to the inadequacy of housing needs for the Valley and the role the Commissioners play in the matter. Commissioner Pona stated that he was disappointed at the prices of the homes, however, he did check one other development and felt that the longer it took to put the development over, the higher the prices go. He felt this proposal should be considered in a favorable light. Chairman Garrigan also felt that the time had come to put in some experimental development, and to this end, is in favor of this new type of housing. Upon motion of Chairman Garrigan, seconded by Commissioner Pona, and carried, the following resolution was offered: - 6 -