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There was consensus: • that if BRE does the trails, the setbacks would be reduced as proposed by Mr. Wayland; • to provide incentives for land set aside for public parks; and • to include a sunset clause if there is not significant progress at the time the application is set. Residential density: need for an average density to be included in the TOD Standards and Guidelines Chair Narum stated that the density range is currently 30-55 units per acre. Commissioner Pearce indicated that there was a lot of discussion about density at the Task Force meetings and that she is comfortable with these numbers. Chair Narum stated that she supported restricting the density to an average of 35 units, particularly for Parcel 2, because it is across from the residents. Commissioner O'Connor stated that Mr. Wayland had indicated that it will not be feasible to go much over 30 units per acre to begin with because of the costs. He indicated, however, that he thinks a minimum of 30 units should be kept in order to meet what the City needs for the court settlement. Commissioner Blank stated that he was not certain about the value of putting that restriction. Chair Narum noted that the way the document is written, all three parcels could be developed at 55 units per acre, which would be 1,500 units versus 800 units. Commissioner Pearce stated that even if an applicant came in with 55 units and meets the guidelines, the City still has the discretion to modify the application. Commissioner O'Connor stated that he thinks the Commission would want to give the developer a heads-up and not have the developer go through all the expense. Chair Narum stated that Parcel 2 could have an overall average density not to exceed 35 units, so one part could be 25 units and another would be ten units. Commissioner Pearce stated that she feels what the Commission sometimes does is pick numbers out of the air and hope they are right. She indicated that she would rather keep it where it is at, have an applicant come to the City, and look at the actual project. Commissioner Blank agreed and stated that it seems like micromanaging. Commissioner Pentin suggested that the developer weigh in. EXCERPT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, January 26, 2011 Page 22 of 40