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allow younger caregivers meeting the definition of the Code, and allow children under certain extenuating circumstances. John Knight, 3372 Sagewood Court, indicated that he was happy with the development and that Ponderosa disclosed the project to him when he purchased his property. He discussed the letter that was submitted by Linda Purcell. He requested that a public trail access be provided through the proposed EVA connecting to Sandstone Court. Ms. Hardy indicated that Ponderosa made the eastern side yards of the existing homes on Sandstone and Sagewood Courts wider in anticipation of the future development of the subject site. She said that she would evaluate the possibility of providing a wider side yard setback for the proposed homes abutting the existing Ironwood homes as well as plotting one-story homes next to Sandstone and Sagewood Courts to enhance privacy. Ms. Hardy indicated that an EVA easement exists on the two lots at the end of Sandstone Court, which does not include a public pedestrian or vehicle access. She indicated that the owners of these two lots on Sandstone Court would have to consent to a pedestrian easement across their properties, and she thought they would probably not want a public trail at the end of Sandstone Court. She stated that an alternative could be a pedestrian walkway connection at the end of Sagewood Court across the Ironwood Homeowners Association parcel if the Ironwood residents consented. Discussion ensued regarding trail access. Commissioner O’Conner questioned if there would be demand for two-story homes. Ms. Hardy indicated that some buyers would want a two-story home. She indicated that at this point, about 20% of the lots would have the two-story model. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. The Commission provided feedback on the following discussion points listed in Exhibit B: 1. Site Plan Is the size and location of the recreation area acceptable? Are the private recreation area amenities acceptable? Commissioners O’Connor and Olsen felt that the size, location, and amenities of the recreation area were acceptable. Commissioner Blank felt that the size and location were acceptable, but would like to see a jogging or bike path added. He would also like to see some “green area” added along the eastern boundary. In response to a question by Commissioner O’Conner, Ms. Hardy indicated that a gate would be provided around the recreation area. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, March 19, 2008 Page 6 of 8