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CityCouncil | 2010-09-21 | 13 | The Planning Services Manager stated the second reading [of the ordinance] could clarify that reducing the minimum side yard setback beyond the existing standard is not something the City is interested in doing at all. The City Attorney stated Density Bonus Law allows a developer to get a certain number of incentives or concessions; the number of incentives and concessions is limited; saying no to incentive or concession requests is difficult; the proposed ordinance provides some guidance; waivers are different. Councilmember Matarrese stated the proposed ordinance should guide away from having houses a foot apart. The City Attorney stated the provision could be struck entirely. Mayor Johnson concurred that the provision be struck. Councilmember Tam moved introduction of the Ordinance as corrected. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (10-452) Public Hearing to Consider Resolution No. 14491, "Adopting General Plan Amendment (PLN10-0041) to Amend the General Plan Land Use Diagram to Change the Designation for One .085 Acre Parcel Located at 709 Lincoln Avenue (APN 073 041801400) from Community Commercial to Medium Density Residential." Adopted; and Introduction of Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 1277, N.S. to Rezone Approximately .085 Acres Located at 709 Lincoln Avenue APN 073 041801400 from CC-Community Commercial Zoning District, to R-5, General Residential Zoning Designation. Introduced. The Planner I gave a brief presentation. Speaker: Kathy Moehring, West Alameda Business Association. Mayor Johnson stated that she completely understands Ms. Moehring's comments regarding the issue of mixed-use neighborhoods. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he does not have a problem with the staff recommendation; however, General Plan Policy 2.4.b needs to be reviewed; having a traditional residential next to industrial use area that pays good taxes is a huge conflict; Alameda has had the benefit of businesses moving to the City from Emeryville because of said problem; General Plan Policy 2.4.b is heading the City in the wrong direction. Mayor Johnson stated the project involves a house that has been at the location since 1910. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 September 21, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-09-21.pdf |