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431 AYES: Councilmembers Butler, Mercer, Mohr, and Mayor Brandes NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Wood AP-86-07 Appeal of a decision of the Design Review Board denying the applica- ~ dis for design review approval to construct an addition to an tion of ed Mavri and two second-f~oor apartment units and related ~acilities, located at 61~ Main Street. Zoninq for the property is CC (Cen- tral Commercial} District Mr. Swift presented his report (SR 86:282) dated July 1, 1986, regarding this matter. Mayor Brandes declared the public hearing open on this item. Mr. Jack 8ras, Architect, representing Mr. Mavridis, stated this applica- tion was denied by the Design Review Board because they had concerns over the lack of off-street parking, access to the parking lot, and the possible future integration of this small parking lot into a larger, more usable off-street facility. He stated that the other three property owners affected by the pos- sible creation of a parking lot are opposed to a larger off-street facility; and that this matter has been discussed before and has not come to fruition. He stated the proposed development will enhance the downtown area because of the unique project. He advised that the Mavridis' have contributed to the vitality of downtown, the proposal is legal and in conformance with the plan- ning ordinance, it does not require a Variance, and will add shopping and apartment units in a needed area. Mr. Bras asked for relief from the land- scaping condition, stating that planters and raised curbs may create a drainage problem. He asked to be able to work with staff for a suitable solu- tion to the landscaping plan. He requested that condition 9, related to moving the PG&E meters, be removed. He advised that PG&E has requested the meters be left where they are presently located; it would be a difficult pro- cess to move them. Ms. Angie Congess, 622-1/2 Main Street, stated she does not see any prob- lem with this project; and there is no problem with parking. Mr. John Kolln, 119 Neal Street, owner of property subject to be affected by the creation of a parking lot, stated that any parking lot that would ad- versely impact Mr. Mavridis would be wrong. He stated he is opposed to the creation of a parking lot, and in favor of Mr. Mavridis' project and felt he should be able to construct it. Mr. Milton Boody, 276 Spring Street, stated he is in favor of this proj- ect, and wants to be one of its occupants. He urged favorable consideration of this matter. Mr. A1 Bronzini, owner of the Furniture Market, 719 Main Street, stated that speaking as a local businessman and property owner, the issue of a few parking spaces seems to be small when compared to what can be accomplished with the proposed project. He stated he has seen the plans and found them to be very pleasing; the plaza will be a nice asset and the added retail will be a great contribution to downtown Pleasanton. He added that he is a member of the Downtown Association and actively involved in the downtown beautification program. He stated this is an incredible opportunity to develop this area of downtown. - 7 7-1-86