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Land Use Commissioner O’Connor noted that he did not have any concerns with the mixed use or the number of units. Commissioner Pearce believed that this was a good site for a TOD, and looked forward to the mixed use on this site. In terms of proposed commercial uses, she believed an urban grocery store for residents and BART commuters would be appropriate. She suggested the addition of a pharmacy and dry cleaners as well. Commissioner Blank believed the position of the buildings was fine and agreed with Commissioner Pearce with respect to a mix of commercial uses. He believed the vehicle access points were acceptable and would like to see more clarity in terms of the plans to be reviewed after the workshop. He expressed concern about extremely high voltage lines in a residential area. He inquired whether any of the rentals will be set aside for low- or moderate-income individuals. Mr. Heffner noted that they intended to build the residences in compliance with Pleasanton’s Affordable Housing Ordinance. He noted that the impact of the electrical line was the same as that of a hair dryer. Commissioner Blank would like to see more data on that assertion. Chairperson Fox agreed with the mixed-use approach but was unsure whether 350 units would be appropriate because 70 units did not have any open space. She would prefer that each unit have a balcony or some kind of open space and would like to see a reduction in the number of units to accomplish that. She wanted to ensure that the urban grocery store was not a convenience but a full-service store so people did not have to drive off-site to a grocery store. She agreed with Commissioner Pearce’s opinion that common retail uses such as a FedEx or UPS store should be included. Commissioner Olsen inquired whether Windstar operated the other facilities. Mr. Heffner replied that they would hire a property manager. Commissioner Olsen believed the 350 units should be exempt under the Pleasanton housing cap. He inquired whether loss of the land for the flyover would affect the development. Mr. Heffner noted that some TOD developments had 1.1 or 1.2 spaces per unit on TOD development. He noted that they had considered a FlexCar program as well. Commissioner Olsen added that he liked the urban grocery store. Commissioner Narum noted that she lived thousands of feet from the freeway and was concerned about the noise impacts of the freeway on the units. She expressed concern about the 350 units being fit into too small of a space and suggested that fewer units be designed into the program. She suggested that stores that would not compete with the mall be included, such as small boutique or service stores that complement the mall. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES May 9, 2007 Page 15 of 20