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feels the model homes are not a true or fair evaluation of living in the total development, stating they should be located nearer the freeway with its traffic and noise; there is a problem of safety of putting model homes in this area be- cause there are no sidewalks; and it is his belief that the model homes will be materially injurious to other properties in the area. He presented a rendering to illustrate his findingso Councilmember Brandes stated he has carefully reviewed the Planning Commission Minutes relative to this item, and is surprised by what Mr. Perkins has to say to- night. He stated he found no reference by Mr. Perkins or anyone else as to the issues brought up this evening. He stated it was his understanding that the item was continued for settlement of of repair of the roofs. Mr. Perkins stated that the continuance was at the suggestion of Stoneson. He stated he took a recess at the meeting of August 14th to confer with affected homeowners whether or not to continue the item, and it was the concensus of the homeowners to continue the matter. He stated that he was prepared at the meeting of August 14th to make the presentation he has made tonight. He stated the homeowners have accepted the partial settlement out of fear, and in hopes of getting some repairs done before the rainy season begins this year. He stated that since no evidence of repair work has been displayed to date, he feels Stoneson Development Company is not showing good faith. He stated there has been extensive interior damage to homes from previous rains, and he feels that a partial settlement is not fair. He advised he never agreed to drop his appeal; that it has the support of a great number of people in the area, but that the Home- owners Association is not involved in his appeal on the advice of their attorney. Councilmember Mohr asked if another continuance of thirty days would be advantag- eous to Mr. Perkins. He stated that only if contingent granting of the permit would affect total final settlement of the entire problems. Ms. Judy Damerval, 5381 Springdale, stated that when she started research of whether or not this model home complex should be allowed it was because of the roofs, however, after more study she feels there are many problems associated with having the models at this location; namely traffic. She requested the City to look into this dangerous situation in any event. Mr. Ben Tarvet, 1144 Arak Court, stated he is sympathetic with the homeowners in trying to.get repairs made to their homes that are the responsibility of the developer. He stated there have been similar situations in Vintage Hills and Del Prado. He stated this is an opportunity for Council to support these residents. Mr. Steve Hughes, 587 Touriga Court, stated the City may have some responsibility for this situation in possibly approving bad plans or having bad inspections. He stated that Council has a moral obligation to help these people. Mr. Gregory Stubbs, Attorney representing Stoneson Development Company, stated their settlement is being consummated with the plaintiff, which is the Homeowners · Association; and not with any ad hoc group within the association. He advised that a roofing contractor has been selected, materials ordered, and that the repairs are expected to be completed by December 15th. He stated that Stoneson crews will be on hand to assist should temporary repairs need to be done before the roofing contractor does the final work. Mr. Stubbs reviewed the attempts of Stoneson Development Com- pany to repair the damages to homes in this area, advising that approximately a million dollars has been spent in this effot, which in his opinion showed good faith on the part of Stoneson. He stated that a partial settlement has been reached with the Homeowners Association. He advised that relocating the model home complex is unrealistic, and that not to have a model home complex would put them out of busi- ness. He concluded by stating that total settlement of the claims is not possible at this time, but that a partial settlement has been worked out with the Homeowners Association. 6. 9/11/84