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3. That the Forest Hill II homes include a minimum of 30 feet of setback from the fence of the nearest existing neighbor, and that side yards include a minimum of 10 feet from the property line to the house. 4. The Forest Hill II include a Foothill Road access in a location deemed most appropriate by the City Engineer. And that this Foothill access be controlled in an appropriate manner, as deemed necessary. This would include control at the intersection of Muirwood Drive and Foothill Road. 5. That the developer donate $100,000 to Lydiksen School to offset the negative impact of additional children from both Forest Hill I and Forest Hill II developments at an already overcrowded school. This money is to be used for classroom construction and additional teachers for additional classes. 6. That the existing perimeter neighbors be consulted and participate in the decisions concerning the types of trees and shrubs planted along the perimeter fencing. 7. The Forest HillII homes shall have either tile or fibre-glass (shake imitation) roof covering. 8. That no more than 2 houses in a row be of the same style and/or color. Mr. Larry Bridgman stated there are a number of givens: stubbed streets to this project, future development, etc. He stated he has made numerous attempts to address the concerns of the neighbors and has made concessions regarding density, placing single story homes adjacent to existing properties, grading, landscaping, fencing, etc. He stated this project is a like project to the surrounding neighborhood. He stated he bought Phase I as it was already approved. He would like to continue with the development of Phase II, as approved by the Planning Commission. He did not feel a continuance of the application would be in the best interests of anyone; he would like a decision tonight. He has met the criteria established by the City and feels he has a good plan that is flexible in FAR's and it addresses the school situation as well as other concerns of the surrounding property owners. Councilmember Brandes asked Mr. Bridgman if he is asking for a decision tonight or is he willing to continue the item and meet further with the neighbors to review the plan. Mr. Bridgman stated that the information presented meets City requirements and that he would like City Council to act on the project tonight as presented. There being no further testimony, Mayor Mercer declared the public hearing closed on the application and the negative declaration.