pages: CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf, 13
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CityCouncil | 2005-09-06 | 13 | *** Mayor Johnson called a recess at 9:01 p.m. and reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting at 9:10 p.m The Acting Planning and Building Director stated that the Applicant is unable to redesign the house; the house is designed for an elderly person in a wheelchair; the hallways are 5 feet wide; several bathrooms have a turning radius for a wheelchair. Mayor Johnson stated redesigning the sidewall would make the house look better noted the wall looks like a factory wall. Councilmember deHaan concurred with Mayor Johnson stated that an architectural separation between the stories would not be that costly. The Acting Planning and Building Director stated that the Appellant could be requested to consider a different exterior sidewall design. The Appellant agreed. Mayor Johnson stated the building could look a lot better than the drawings; less detailed work is easier for an owner-builder; making the building look better is worth the effort; the larger issue of design review needs to be addressed; awareness of neighborhood compatibility needs to be addressed in the design review process. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ( 05-432 - ) Resolution No. 13893, "Empowering the City Attorney to Employ Special Legal Counsel. " Adopted and (05-432A) Recommendation to approve Policy regarding Hiring Procedures for Special Legal Counsel. Councilmember Daysog extended his appreciation to the City Attorney for addressing some of the Council's issues; stated that the resolution is not just for the Council but for the City for many years. Vice Mayor Gilmore moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 September 6, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf |