pages: CityCouncil/2009-07-21.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2009-07-21 | 10 | The Assistant City Manager stated sometimes guidelines are over applied or under applied; design review has quite a bit of discretion. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether corner lots have to comply with the guidelines, to which the Assistant City Manager responded in the affirmative Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether anything can be done to accelerate finalizing the revised design review guidelines. The Assistant City Manager responded applications can be processed using the draft guidelines. Councilmember Matarrese stated requirements addressing the look of the neighborhood are needed in addition to R-1 zoning requirements. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether property owners would have to disclose that the neighborhood has an overlay district when houses are sold. The City Attorney responded real estate professionals disclose zoning requirements; suggested that Council give direction to tighten up the guidelines even if a zoning overlay is created. ; stated guidelines are not merely suggestions, but are regulations adopted and approved by the Planning Board or City Council; the guidelines do not have the same weight as an ordinance or resolution but work with City zoning ordinances. Councilmember Gilmore moved approval of the Planning Board recommendation to institute design guidelines and do whatever is needed to expedite the process. Vice Mayor deHaan stated strengthening the guidelines is important the guidelines need to be followed. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion with amendment to include that corner lots be subject to the guidelines, that the guidelines incorporate ranch-era additions, and that the guidelines are not restricted to the proposed overlay zone. Councilmember Gilmore agreed to amend the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the Madison Street residents would be excluded, to which Councilmember Matarrese responded the guidelines would apply. The Planning Services Manager stated staff does not have Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 July 21, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-07-21.pdf |