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the lawns that are typical of golf courses. He assumed the lawns would be more of a manicured type lawn. Mr. Bogstad said the landscaping on each lot would be more of a natural environment. There will be an area for grass but there is not that much space on the individual lots for a large lawn area. If grass and young Oak trees are planted simultaneously, the Oak trees will thrive. The intent is to create a natural environment with areas for grass. In response to an inquiry by Ms. McGovern, Mr. Bogstad said Oak trees grow rapidly if watered. Ms. McGovern said it is important that these homes do not stand out like "sore thumbs." She wanted the homes to be covered with some foliage so that they blend into the hillside. Mr. Brozosky believed native Oak trees take a long time grow and would not provide the foliage that is desired. He asked the applicant if he had any concerns related to any of the additional conditions? Mr. Bogstad believed the additional conditions were adequate, but noted that it will be difficult to encourage and emphasis these conditions with the individual property owners. He noted that the Mariposa Ranch Exhibit A and the Design Requirements would be modified and presented to the realtor to use when the lots are sold. Ms. McGovern was worried that the ground water basin would be polluted as residents use different types of cleaning products. She asked if the ground water would be cleaned so that it would --- not be a threat. Mr. Bogstad pointed out that fertilizer and pesticide products are the biggest detriments to the clarity of the water. Ms. McGovern asked the applicant if he was comfortable with the conditions that were added to the motion. Mr. Bogstad stated that he was comfortable with the conditions that were added to the motion. Mayor Hosterman said she would like permeable surfaces used wherever possible. Mr. Brozosky was not in favor of some of the conditions that were added to the motion, but if the applicant accepted these conditions, he would support the motion. Ms. McGovern concurred with Mr. Brozosky's comments. Mr. Sullivan thanked Mr. Bogstad for being a progressive architect that sees the value of these conditions, and for being open to working with Council to try and improve some of the environmental issues associated with development. Mr. Brozosky was not clear why the motion included conditioning individual property developers to implement environmentally sensitive lighting standards, as this statement has been included in the proposed design guidelines. Mayor Hosterman pointed out that there have been situations in the past where new lighting has not followed the guidelines. She noted that the nightscape in the Tri-Valley area has changed Pleasanton City Council 22 04/05/05 Minutes