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CityCouncil | 2009-03-03 | 9 | any objection. Mr. Phua responded that he has no objection to giving away the house in a reasonable amount of time. Mayor Johnson inquired what is the timeframe for getting permits for the rest of the project. Mr. Phua responded as soon as the entitlement process is complete, which could be six months. Councilmember Matarrese inquired what would be the affect on the project if the demolition were contingent on obtaining a permit for construction. Mr. Phua responded there would not be a problem if building and demolition permits would be granted; stated other processes could make the project uncertain. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether deconstruction was considered, to which Mr. Phua responded not seriously. Vice Mayor deHaan stated deconstruction could result in a tax write off. Mr. Pua stated that he has not studied said option. Vice Mayor deHaan stated staff opened dialogue regarding the former Island High School site through Development Services. The Assistant City Manager stated staff discussed the matter with the School District; the house would need to be integrated into a larger project; economics need to be reviewed. Vice Mayor deHaan stated that he would like other alternatives to be reviewed. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of granting the appeal with the condition that the demolition permit not be issued until the permits for the project are pulled. Councilmember Matarrese stated that his motion is made by weighing the benefit of preserving a house with debatable costs against the value of a retail project on Park Street to replace sales tax loss and pushing forward the north of Lincoln Avenue project for revitalizing from Lincoln Avenue to the bridge. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the motion could include a Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 March 3, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-03-03.pdf |