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CityCouncil | 2021-01-19 | 11 | 37 affordable housing agreement with the City of Alameda prior to a final map or pulling building permits; all details have not been fully negotiated yet which is standard for the project's stage. In response to Councilmember Spencer's inquiry regarding parking, the Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the applicant is eligible to waive the parking requirements under the density bonus; however, the applicant will maintain existing parking for all 22 units and provide two parking spaces per unit for the nine new units. Councilmember Spencer inquired whether the neighbors have filed complaints or concerns. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded a letter from an existing tenant concerned about the loss of tennis courts was sent to the Planning Board; stated the new nine units are being developed on land used by the former property owners; the Planning Board and applicant worked together to create a new common open space; the new space will be available to existing tenants as well. Councilmember Spencer inquired whether the new units will have balconies or private outside space, to which the Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded in the affirmative. Stated that he likes the proposal better than earlier designs; the project is a great use of space and will help with the City's RHNA numbers: Zac Bowling, Alameda. Stated that he would like clarification about whether the existing units are owned by a single party; whether the developer does not have to buy or pay for the two affordable housing units; and whether the project will count as nine market rate and two affordable units for the RHNA numbers: Jay Garfinkle, Alameda. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the City will receive nine new units, plus two affordable units; the existing 22 units and 11 buildings are all located on one large parcel; the proposed tentative map creates 11 parcels for the existing buildings and a 12th parcel for the nine new units. Councilmember Knox White stated that he understands the matter to be approving a tentative map and density bonus application; neither of the approvals are tied to the approved development plan; Council cannot dictate the appearance of the project in approving the matter; the matter is ministerial. Councilmember Knox White moved approval of the density bonus and tentative map [adoption of related resolution]. Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Spencer stated it appears there are already plans to add balconies and outdoor areas for units; expressed support for the staff recommendation; stated private areas are important; expressed support for the parking and neighbors being supportive. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: No; Knox White: Aye; Spencer: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council January 19, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-01-19.pdf |