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District. Staff approved the house under its design review process, which gives the City discretion so that the house is well-designed and compatible with the azea. _ PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Neil Nelson and Pat Nelson, applicants, addressed issues relating to the similar stucco color used on adjacent homes in the area. Further, Mr. Nelson stated that the applicants have cooperated with staff throughout the project. He addressed issues relating to the drainage system and stated that the City has approved the storm drainage system through every process. Further, that the storm drainage system was changed to accommodate changes in the private street and utilities. He noted that the current drainage system accommodated the heavy rains of 1997 and that the system is a higher quality system than what the City required. Mr. Nelson requested that the storm drainage system be approved as installed due to the adequacy of the current system and his responsibility for maintenance of the drainage system. Discussion ensued relating to easement, the location of the Swale, and the possibility of an engineer analyzing the drainage system and providing an opinion. Mr. Iserson advised the Commission that the City's Building Department reviews drainage for single-lot development and that they aze qualified in that area. Ms. Nelson addressed issues relating to the swale and the ability of the raised ditch to capture water and prevent water run-off from flowing on the adjacent property. There was considerable discussion of the current and proposed drainage system. Mr. Nelson addressed issues relating to the stucco color and stated that due to miscommunications with the contractor, the color of stucco applied to the house was lighter than anticipated. Discussion ensued relating to the color of the trim on the house and the color of the stucco. George Ricci, 8089 Bethel Lane, addressed issues relating to the drainage system and expressed concern with the inadequacy of the current system and the grading of property, which causes water to accumulate on the Ricci property. He stated that he had never experienced ponding by his horse corral until the Nelsons began to develop their property. Further, he stated he had no opposition to the color of the house; however, he reiterated his concern with the current drainage system. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Commissioner Kameny stated that after visiting the property and reviewing the color of the house, he is not in opposition to the cun•ent color. He expressed concern with the drainage system and requested that staff and applicant cooperate in installing an adequate drainage system to prevent future problems. Further, he stated his support with staff s recommendation that the drainage portion of the pipe be installed relating to City requirements. Commissioner Maas expressed no opposition to the color of the house; however, she expressed concern with the light color of trim and with safety issues relating to the drainage system. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 9 October 28, 1998