pages: CityCouncil/2009-10-20.pdf, 24
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CityCouncil | 2009-10-20 | 24 | The Planning Services Manager responded staff has been working with the Collin's representatives on a wide range of issues; stated some initial requests have been made for concessions which are not acceptable, such as waiving all fees; the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is underway. Mayor/Chair Johnson stated a formalized process is needed to determine whether or not a project is within the density bonus ordinance based upon the economics of the project. The Planning Services Manager stated staff would have to make a recommendation to the Planning Board regarding the project's concessions, and incentives. Mayor/Chair stated the first determination should be whether the project qualifies under the density bonus ordinance. Vice Mayor/Commissioner deHaan stated the issue seems to be open ended in the decision processi controls are needed so that staff ensure consistent decisions are made. Councilmember/Commissioner Gilmore inquired how a density bonus project would be handled. The Planning Services Manager responded an applicant would request a meeting with staff to negotiate and review exceptions that would be considered; staff would not approve an applicant's request for a density bonus plus being twenty-five or thirty feet above the height limit; a more reasonable request would be ten feet over the height limit. Councilmember/Commissioner Gilmore inquired what would happen after the negotiation process. The Planning Services Manager responded plans would be developed and submitted; stated the process is similar to variance requests. Councilmember/Commissioner Gilmore stated the noticing should state that the applicant is requesting a density bonus so that everyone is aware that the project is different; developers should be aware that there would be heightened scrutiny within the community. The Planning Services Manager stated the Council/Commission seems to want some type of pre-application process. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council, Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority, and Community Improvement Commission October 20, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-10-20.pdf |