pages: CityCouncil/2006-12-05.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2006-12-05 | 7 | Vice Mayor Gilmore stated she is not convinced that any second- story addition would provide the Appellant with sunlight within the specified areas of the home i she would be hard pressed to deny the project based solely on a shade issue because the zoning ordinance allows for second-story additions; she encourages the two neighbors to work out the situation. Mayor Johnson stated the important factors are the size, scale, and architectural style of the neighborhood; a tree can cause shade. Councilmember deHaan stated an opportunity exists to go back towards the fence to gain approximately fifteen feet. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of sending the design back to the Planning Board for consideration to make the addition more compatible with the single-story characteristics of the neighborhood; i.e., setting the second story back in a fashion that would not affect the appearance from the street. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated specific direction is needed to review the entire shading issue, the front house being set back, and the addition moving over toward the wall of the house closest to the property line. Councilmember Matarrese stated the current design is not compatible with the adjacent buildings the Appellant stated the second-story addition would be acceptable if pushed back from the front; the neighbors can work on the shading issue. Councilmember deHaan stated the shading issue is easily identified because existing housing has similar conditions; a lot of analysis would not be necessary. Councilmember Matarrese stated he would be hard pressed to turn the project down because of the shading issue; the Applicant and Appellant are encouraged to work things out to ensure that a certified design is presented to the Planning Board. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (06-593) Recommendation to adopt Amendment No. 1 of FY 2006-07 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan and to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute grant agreements and related documents. The Development Services Director gave a brief presentation. Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the hearing. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 December 5, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-12-05.pdf |