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377- ' Mr. Jim Johnson, 5135 Oakdale, representing the homeowners group, stated they have done a detailed analysis regarding this matter and feel the general plan amend- ment is reasonable. He stated that high density is inconsistent with the Stoneridge townhouses across the street. He stated the homeowners have concerns regarding quality of construction, open space, design, and density. He added this group would like to work with the developers on this project to have the best development for the area. Mr. Tony Malve, 7507 Homewood Court, stated he was concerned about traffic problems. He stated that there is additional development planned for the area which will increase traffic in this area. Mr. Orrick Scott, 7418 Stonedale Drive, stated he was also concerned about traffic and the problems associated with high density zoning. Ms. Maggie Scott, 7418 Stonedale Drive, stated that high density zoning creates many problems and should not be located in this area, however, she is not opposed to the development. Mr. Reed Adams, 5175 Oakdale Court, stated the particular parcel is not environ- mentally feasible for anything except high density residential, however, he felt it would create problems in the neighborhood. He added that the developer has plans to build 50 townhouses closer to the freeway. The following persons spoke in opposition to the item: Mr. Art Schumacher, 3150 20th Avenue, San Francisco, presented background infor- mation on this parcel. He stated the parcel is surrounded on three sides by freeway, the property does not lend itself to owner occupancy, the project will be occupied by adults, it will insureprivacy, and will act as a buffer to the freeway. He stated the development will meet all of the Planned Unit Development requirements, which should satisfy the concerns of everyone. He stated the City needs this type of housing. He concluded by stating he is willing to work with the neighbors on proposed plans for this project. Mr. Jack Hovingh, 4250 Muirwood Drive, stated this is an ideal location for apart- ments and is compatible with the Stoneridge Center. He asked for a No vote on this application. There being no further testimony, Mayor Butler declared the public hearing closed on the application and the negative declaration. After discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Brandes, and seconded by Council- member Mohr, that the application of the City of Pleasanton to amend the general plan land use designation from High Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for a 6.6 acre site located at the southwest corner of Stoneridge Drive and 1-680, be denied. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers Brandes and Mohr NOES: Councilmembers Mercer, Wood, and Mayor Butler ABSENT: None It was moved by Councilmember Mercer, and seconded by Councilmember Wood, that Resolution No. 83-543, determining on the basis of a review of initial environmental study done for this project, that no significant environmental impact would occur as outlined in the City's guidelines and that a negative declaration is appropriate to approve the application of the City of Pleasanton to amend the general plan land use designation from High Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for a 6.6 11. 12/6/83