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Commissioner Kumaran noted for the record that while he feels this is a fairly minor issue, he wants <br />to make a point that developers be encouraged to consider affordable housing very early in every <br />application process and that staff work with developers to make this happen in the future. <br />7. MATTERS INITIATED BY COMMISSION MEMBERS <br />Commissioner Dove noted for the record that he discussed the issue of secondary units with Mr. <br />Iserson. He stated that the kitchen facility is the distinguishing factor in defining a secondary unit and <br />not the intent of the unit itself. <br />Commissioner Dove suggested that the Auf Der Maur application be referred to the Downtown <br />Pleasanton Association for review, if not already done. <br />In response to a question by Chair Cooper relating to the status of Coffee Roast Express, Mr. Iserson <br />described the recent discussions with the applicant and feels he is now making an effort to comply. <br />Mr. Iserson agreed to keep the Commission updated on this matter. <br />Commissioner Kumaran stated that he feels the Moller Ranch Development is much to visible from <br />Stoneridge Drive, east of I-680. Following a brief discussion, Mr. Iserson stated that when the <br />project was initially reviewed, staff recommended conditions of approval, including tree planting, in <br />order to minimize the visual impact. He stated that over time, the visual screening will increase as the <br />trees develop. <br />8. MATTERS FOR COMMISSION'S REVIEW <br />a. Future Plannint Calendar <br />Chair Cooper summarized the Future Planning Calendar. <br />b. Actions of the Citv Council <br />Chair Cooper noted that the City Council approved the Patel PUD modification with some <br />modified conditions of approval. <br />Chair Cooper noted that the City Council approved the Planning Commission's <br />recommendation relating to Mt. Diablo National Bank, except deleting the provision for on-street <br />parking on Main Street. <br />c. Actions of the Zonint Administrator <br />d. Presentation retarding Restructuring_of Development Impact Fees <br />Deborah Acosta, City Manager, welcomed the new members of the Planning Commission. <br />Planning Commission Minutes Page 10 May 13, 1998 <br />