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115 Ms. Buxton stated that the concern about large blank walls was resolved by adding a feature to Plan 3, and the two-story element in Plan 4 goes only a short distance. To address the concern about parking and the 28-feet wide streets, the units were re-oriented, thereby moving the project back to have different side and angle elevations as well as landscaping. Mr. Jeff Helwit, Project Architect, explained that the cluster concept follows the traditional cul-de-sac with a zero lot line concept. There would be no more than two houses in a row on each street. Although there are only four different unit types, the streetscape along Stoneridge Drive would include seven different facades. The architectural treatment follows the courtyard concept adding a one-story form. He then offered to answer questions on the project. Mr. Tony Rakocija, 3233 Monmouth Court, President of Pleasanton Meadows Homeowners Association, stated that he was in favor of the project. He mentioned that the proposed density of eight units per acre is acceptable and that anything higher than that would not be appropriate along the Arroyo Mocho. He added that a higher density would worsen the traffic at the intersection of Santa Rita Road and Stoneridge Drive, especially when the Stoneridge area is fully developed. He said that the project's appearance is a positive addition to the area and blends well with the Pleasanton Meadows development, which is primarily composed of courts. Mr. Chris Haynam, 3035 Ferndale Court, stated that this was an attractive high density project, appropriate for the site. He comptimented the developers for taking the community into account and addressing the concerns of the neighbors living adjacent to the property. He commented that the Planning Commission's recommendation to double the density would have a negative impact on the immediate neighbors. He requested Council to consider the project on its own merits. Mr. Charlie Howell, 3126 Montpelier Court, whose house backs up to the project, indicated his support for the project. He expressed his appreciation to the developers, who talked to the homeowners in the neighborhood and resolved their concerns about the turn-around problem. He stated that with the Gateway Apartments to the east, a high density project in this site would add to the traffic problems as well as to the safety factors of the roadway and children in the area. He asked Council to vote in favor of the project. Ms. Karen Tracy, 3103 Weymouth Court, Vice President of Pleasanton Meadows Homeowners Association and whose home also backs up to the proposed project, stated that she had talked to all the homeowners backing up to the project. Bren Company mitigated their concern about the turn-arounds at the end of the - 7 - 3-20-90