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o Take immediate action to provide screening to the neighbors at the rear by implementing landscape installation as a part of the approved 2001 project. The applicant assured the Zoning Administrator and the neighbors that he has obtained the funding to complete the project. The project contractor stated that asix- to eight-month period would allow him to deliver a quality product. July 12, 2007: Although a set of construction drawings was sent to each neighbor for review and comments prior to the hearing, the applicant did not provide a construction timeline until the hearing date. Thus, the Zoning Administrator continued the hearing to July 20, 2007 so that the neighbors would have adequate time to review the proposed construction schedule. Additionally, in response to the construction performance bond issue, staff was advised that these bonds are commonly required for Capital Improvement Projects where in case the contractor failed to complete the job, the City, as the property owner, could use the bond amount to complete the project. In this case, the site is owned by a private party; therefore, cannot be requested. July 20, 2007: The neighbors continued to feel that they have been misled by the applicant through the entire project. They did not believe that they could support the additions in question if it were brought to their attention through the proper process. The neighbors thus requested the following: o Install full-size trees (approximately 20 feet in height) to provide screen for the project being viewed from the Leete's and the Longs. o Remove the half-moon shaped window on the west (rear) elevation. o Remove all unpermitted structures/additions. o Complete all exterior work by October 31, 2007. The City's Landscape Architect has reviewed the landscape plan submitted by the applicant and found that the proposed species are appropriate for the area and that the trees, when mature, would provide the desired screen to the Leetes and the Longs. Construction Timeline Construction at the Smith's started in 2002. This owner-builder project has lasted longer than the neighbors have expected. Staff has reviewed the inspection progress with the Building and PAP-108 (Appeal of PADR-1698) Planning Commission Page - 7 -