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history of challenges with this neighbor. He noted he has discontinued the use of the neon sign, will be discontinuing studio hours at 8:30 p.m., and will address noise issues by limiting yelling in classes and keeping the door closed. He stated that noise issues, as raised by fellow tenants, have been addressed by limiting the use of the stereo system to three days a week from 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., when adjacent businesses are closed. Discussion ensued relating to the possibility of installing closing mechanisms on the door and instances of the studio being open later than 8:30 p.m. Julie Koopman, the property owner's daughter, informed the Commission of the steps taken to accommodate fellow business owners before rental to the martial arts studio and the positive reaction to rental from adjacent business owners. She noted the noise levels in the downtown azea of Pleasanton, addressed pazking issues, and stated there was a breakdown in communication between neighbors, landlords, and the studio. She stated that the karate studio serves approximately 100 families in the community and she commended the studio for their community interaction. She concluded by speaking in support of the studio being granted the application for the conditional use permit. Linda Adams, 159 Ray Street, stated that most martial arts studios in Pleasanton aze not situated in residential azeas. Further she noted her dealings with the applicant, landlord, and City of Pleasanton staff relating to noise, signage, and traffic issues. She continued by noting the applicant's non-compliance with neighbors' requests and stated she feels it is inappropriate to have a business of this type in a residential neighborhood. Ms. Adams concluded by requesting that the Commission deny the - application for a conditional use permit. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Cooper relating to whether future code violations resulting in immediate shut down of the facility would be a satisfactory option, Ms. Adams stated it would be a satisfactory option; however, she stated in her opinion the applicant will not comply with restrictions of the permit and the whole process will need to be reinitiated by the neighbors. She commented that the noise is a lot better with the door closed. Glen Higgins, 159 Ray Street, expressed concern with issues relating to neon signage, current signage, open doors and with ongoing requests of the City of Pleasanton being ignored by applicant. Mr. Higgins provided an overview of previous conversations with the landlord. He concluded by requesting that the Commission deny the application which would require the tenants to relocate in a more suitable location away from a residential neighborhood. Discussion ensued relating to pazking issues along Ray Street. Sue Axton, 225 Ray Street, expressed concern with the amount of noise emanating out of the studio after 8:00 p.m. and with people congregating outside the entrance of the building and parking lot. Further, she stated that the studio is not suited to this shopping center due to the noise levels created for nearby businesses and residences. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 3 September 9, 1998