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Director Iserson suggested that the FAR be set at 25% and give an allowance of 800 or 900 square feet for the garage and anything above that garage size, any floor area, would go in as deducted from the size of the house. This would ensure that really large garages would be factored into the house size. Staff additionally suggested that Lot 1, the 93,000 square foot lot, be clarified in the conditions that for purposes of the FAR anything within the creek area up to the top of the bank not be considered developable area. Mr. Babbitt was supportive of staff's suggestions, including the recommendation regarding setbacks. Regarding sports courts, he said the intent is not to have them lighted. Councilmember McGovern indicated that accessory structures should be factored into the suggested FAR policy by staff as well. Mr. Babbitt commented he would be supportive of having construction hours limited to Monday through Friday for the outside of the home, but would be supportive of extending into Saturdays for the inside construction. Mayor Hosterman closed the public hearing. Councilmember Sullivan indicated he is supportive of the project and the modifications that have been suggested, as it will provide Council better control over the massing issues. He commended Mr. Babbitt on his proactive approach to green building. Councilmember McGovern commented on all the work that has been done on the creek and indicated she is excited about the trail plans. She encouraged setbacks for the sports courts. She indicated she also supports construction Monday through Friday until the house is enclosed because this project is in a peaceful area of town. Motion: It was m/s by Sullivan/Thorne to introduce Ordinance No. 1945 approving PUD-99-7 -3M/PDR-578, Heartwood Communities, an application for a major modification to an approved PUD development plan for Tract 7162 (formerly TTK Properties) located on the south side of Happy Valley Road at Happy Valley Road and Alisal Street, to incorporate design guidelines for the development and to modify the design review approval process; and design review approval for the construction of approximately 7,128 sq. ft., 2-story home with an approximately 1,668 sq. ft. garage and a 1,088 sq. ft. basement located on lot 8, to include setbacks for the sports courts; construction hours being Monday through Friday until the house is enclosed; and a plan to address the total square footage that could be built on the lots due to the high FAR. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Cook-Kallio, McGovern, Sullivan, Thorne, Mayor Hosterman Noes: None Absent: None Council recessed to a break at 9:45 p.m. and reconvened at 10:00 p.m. with all members present. City Council Minutes 9 December 5, 2006