pages: CityCouncil/2008-09-16.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2008-09-16 | 10 | Mayor Johnson stated that the project was recommended to go to the Historical Advisory Board in error; the Applicants were ready to come to Council a month ago; an error was made in the noticing requirements; the project needs to move along. Councilmember deHaan moved approval of upholding the Planning Board decision and overturning the appeal. Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Tam stated that the compromise is not between raising the building to be in conformance with the Code but is about trying to balance the form and necessity of the function of the building for the Applicant. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether Council would be denying the appeal and approving the Planning Board recommendation with the only condition that the building not exceed thirty feet, to which Councilmember deHaan and Vice Mayor Tam responded in the affirmative. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Matarrese stated that the project has had a litany of fumbles; requested that a report be provided outlining preventative and corrective actions to prevent further occurrences, including communicating with applicants; the report should include information on the use of the Guide to Residential Design versus the Municipal Code, the place for review by the HAB, and notification process stated this is not the first time that the notification issue has come up; he would like the report soon so that Council should hear the matter within a month so that the same mistakes are not made again. Mayor Johnson stated the language in the section of the Guidelines referenced by Mr. Buckley creates ambiguity; requested that the Design Review Guidelines be brought back to Council for clarification The City Manager stated a resolution would be provided to the City Clerk to ensure that Council action is clearly recorded. Councilmember Gilmore stated that she appreciates staff's efforts to move the project forward; staff reached a compromise and there was no communication with the property owner regarding the compromise; property owners need to be involved. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 September 16, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-09-16.pdf |