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Commissioner Roberts stated that the split pad will bring the levels of the houses down. She spoke in support of a split pad which conforms to the hills. She noted that she doesn't like the 40% FAR on the flat pad. She suggested that perhaps a greater FAR could be allowed with a split pad or an attempt to lower the roof line of homes. She stated that geotechnical mitigations should come from the City. Commissioner Roberts continued by speaking in support of developing a buffer for the interface with the Ventana Hills development which would have the added benefit of protecting trees. In addition, she stated her desire for the creek in the northwest corner being kept sepazate and not part of any person's individual ownership. Further, she addressed issues relating to Mrs. Locke's home and stated that action should be taken to buffer the home from the development. In addition, that development to the north of the Locke's home should be single-story homes. She spoke in support of a 30 percent FAR with adjustments to fit the land. Commissioner Roberts concluded by speaking in favor of drainage to the reaz of homes and suggested putting in a deed restriction for maintenance of ditches. Commissioner Sullivan noted that the Developer's Plan does not meet the Specific Plan's vision. Further, he stated concurrence with the staff s recommendation for additional drainage. Commissioner Sullivan expressed concern with the number of lots as recommended in the Developer's Plan, and expressed support with the Neighbor's Plan of 421ots or less in keeping with the mid-range level. In addition, he stated his desire for the mid-range of 301ots, to allow for development of wild-life corridors and buffer zones. Further, he noted his concern with not creating open space corridors between developments. Commissioner Sullivan expressed support with the use of contour grading, as specified in the Specific Plan. He continued by speaking in favor of saving trees, which would occur with the Neighbor's Plan for lower density development, and, if necessary, transplanting trees. In addition, he suggested developing an in-lieu-tree fee which could be modeled after the City Council's in-lieu-pazking fee. Commissioner Sullivan continued by expressing support fora 30 percent FAR and aloes-profile contoured graded home, with single-family homes backing up to the north end of the development. Commissioner Sullivan spoke in favor of the creek becoming open space and not part of the individual's property and with the possibility of the creek connecting to the Happy Valley azea. Further, he expressed concurrence with a homeowner's association managing issues relating to the creek.. In addition, he expressed support with the Neighbor's Plan's creation of a buffer zone kept in natural condition. Commissioner Sullivan concluded by acknowledging the issues raised by the public speakers relating to schools, pazks, and traffic, and he expressed concern with those issues. Further, he stated if the higher density plan is implemented, the EIR should be reviewed. He encouraged the applicant and the residents to work together for a compromise on issues. Discussion ensued among the commissioners and staff relating to traffic issues, setback requirements, and whether the EIR for the Specific Plan is consistent with the Development Plan. Planning Commission Minutes Page 6 July 8, 1998