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Commissioner O’Connor believed that it was too big for the lot as proposed. He believed that with the pilates studio, there was a lot of activity surrounding that building and was unsure whether there would be adequate parking. He suggested eliminating the pilates studio, but was unsure how much money had been invested in its renovation and whether that was a viable option. Chairperson Fox believed that the building was too big for the existing lot and would like to see a less massive design. Architectural theme Commissioner Blank personally preferred the Mission style rather than the Downtown style but believed it should be peer reviewed by an architect conversant in Mission style architecture. Commissioner Pearce agreed with Commissioner Blank and believed the Mission style was unique to that street and blended with the residential units on the street. She would like to see a peer review to ensure that the features and details made the building look like it belonged on the street. Commissioner Olson believed the architectural theme should be in keeping with the rest of the street, which would make an argument for the Mission style. He requested a photomontage from Main Street. Commissioner O’Connor believed the Mission style should be retained. Chairperson Fox noted that she would like to see a different style than Mission in that part of town and that she liked the design of the building at 325 Ray Street. Mr. Iserson noted that the building at 325 Ray Street was an excellent example of Mission Style/Spanish-style architecture. She noted that she liked the Victorian or Queen Anne style, which would look less like a modern condominium complex and more like the houses on Neal Street. She noted that she was not a particular fan of the Mission architectural style. Should all the units be live-work units? Commissioner Blank believed all the units should be live-work units. Commissioner Pearce believed all the units should be live-work units and that it would be a distinctive and unique feature in the Downtown area. She would also like to see a second workshop on this project. Commissioner Olson would not be in favor of any restaurants in this area. He would like to see some focus toward business incubators in this location as described by the applicant; perhaps a 500-700-square-foot facility for venture-funded companies. He would like to see the living and work units tied together on the deed. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 10, 2007 Page 15 of 27