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..... plans for three of the lots on the east side of the development. It became apparent to Mr. Jones <br /> that staff approved the 13-lot PUD and he submitted a list of guidelines that should be followed <br /> by the applicant. <br /> <br /> Mr. Jones then presented his own maps showing the proposed PUD. He objected to the <br /> placement of the roads and its impact on the easement to his father's house. He indicated he <br /> had approached the applicant with a proposal to exchange property to make the lot design better. <br /> Mr. Jones referred to the proposed lots surrounding the current PUD application and his <br /> proposal for circulation in the area and his preference that Rose Avenue go along the arroyo. <br /> He felt this would be cheaper to build. <br /> <br /> Ms. Michelotti asked for clarification that Mr. Jones would be open to changing the <br /> access in this development plan. <br /> <br /> Mr. Jones said he offered the developer of Lynden Homes the opportunity to have his <br /> easement moved. The developer refused because he wanted the thirteen lot subdivision. The <br /> only thing the developer asked was that he subordinate a loan on his property. Mr. Jones then <br /> asked why the EVA was not addressed with this PUD. Lots #5 and #6 are approximately 1500 <br /> feet from gate 9. Why allow density transfer from the arroyo? Why did the staff disregard the <br /> fact that raising the number of units on Rose Avenue could increase the contiguousness with the <br /> Alameda County Fairgrounds. Why increase FAR to 40% from 32% for past PUD's? Why <br /> accept a project that raises road costs and density on the Alteiri/Marshall property? Raising <br /> density is the only way to pay for the proposed roads. Why are there no mitigations for the <br /> lights at the driving range? They are detrimental to the quality of life for any future homeowner <br /> and could interfere with the sewer/water easement. Why isn't the San Francisco cooperative <br /> planning committing discussing Rose to Valley if it is needed to relieve traffic congestion caused <br /> by the development of the San Francisco property? What number of houses will be allowed on <br /> future developments considering the arroyo? How do you calculate density? He was not <br /> opposed to the development, but felt his design of the road was more practical and would cost <br /> less. He has always tried to do the best for his neighbors. He reiterated his opposition to <br /> having Rose Avenue extended to Valley Avenue and believed it limited development. He <br /> believed his road design was a better use of the arroyo and more efficient use of the land. <br /> <br /> Mr. Jan sen referred to the plan proposed by Mr. Jones and stated that it directs traffic <br /> through the subdivision. The land owners do not want the area to become a thoroughfare for <br /> the other neighbors. The Jones plan also limits the development of the Alteiri property. He felt <br /> that he had worked with staff and tried to be fair to all the surrounding owners. He could not <br /> get 10,00 square foot lots on this tract short of reverting to a cul-de-sac plan. He referred to <br /> Attachment 6 in the Staff Report and indicated it does not eliminate the flag lot and described <br /> the various house plans that would be required. He did not feel the three lot configuration <br /> solved any of the concerns, but only made matters worse on other lots. If 10,000 sq.ft. lots <br /> were the most important factor, he could revert to the cul-de-sac plan if Council preferred. He <br /> did not feel that is the best design for the area. He believed the amenities they were able to <br /> supply with the slightly smaller lots were worth it. Other properties on Rose Lane are selling <br /> <br /> 10/17/95 -25- <br /> <br /> <br />