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appropriately fit in with the neighborhood's chazacteristics. Staff is, therefore, recommending approval subject to the conditions in "Exhibit B". PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Kelly Burge, 3495 Isle Royal Court, Pleasanton, stated that she is in agreement with the staff report and conditions of approval. She feels that the entire community benefits from voice and piano lessons. She further reported that she has gone to great lengths to not inconvenience her neighborhood with noise and parking problems, noting that her surrounding neighbors have signed a petition in support of her home occupation. However, she expressed concern that the application process is somewhat intimidating and fears that it could discourage others from teaching music lessons from their home. She asked the Commission to be sensitive to future applications. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Commissioner Kumaran commented that the process was in no way developed to discourage applicants, but rather to make sure that others are not negatively affected. He commended her for her work and contribution to the community and encouraged her to continue in her endeavor. A motion was made by Commissioner Barker, seconded by Commissioner Kumaran, recommending approva- of UP-98-O5, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit "B". ROLL CALL VOTE AYES: Commissioners Barker, Dove, Kumaran, and Wright, and Chair Cooper NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Resolution No. PC-98-10 was entered and adopted as motioned. b. Z-97-280, D.M. Addie¢o Application for design review approval for the construction of a 3,180 square foot single-family home at 4887 Arlene Place. Zoning for the property is PUD-MDR (Planned Unit Development - Medium Density Residential) District. Jerry Iserson presented the staff report, providing a history of the application and describing the location and site. He noted that when the Bonde Development was being reviewed, many of the neighbors in both Bonde Ranch and Ventana Hills participated in process resulting in some design modifications due to their concerns. In addition, he stated that staff normally takes action on custom home applications at the staff level. However, due to concerns reported to staff by surrounding neighbors and the fact that staff has been unable to get all of the parties involved to reach a consensus, this application has been referred to the Planning Commission for decision. Mr. Iserson noted that the concems center mainly around three neighbors from the adjoining Ventana Hills area who are concerned that the proposed two-story home on the site would negatively impact their views and privacy. In addition, one neighbor is under the impression that the lot was restricted to a single-story structure. Planning Commission Page 4 February 25, 1998