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PlanningBoard | 2005-08-22 | 9 | 9-B. PD03-0004; DR03-0108, Regency Centers - 2599 Blanding Avenue (AT). Review of waterfront design, landscaping, and building elevation plans for compliance with project conditions of approval for the Bridgeside Shopping Center per Planning Board Resolution PB-04-64. The site is located within a C-2 PD, Central Business Planned Development District. Mr. Tai summarized the staff report, and displayed the revised project site plans that addressed the Planning Board's previously stated concerns. Staff recommended approval of this item. In response to an inquiry by Vice President Cook whether the transformers had been previously approved by the Planning Board, Mr. Tai replied that previous discussions did not involve transformers, nor the details of their appearance. They were shown as symbols on the plans, and the approximate locations were approved. Vice President Cook stated that she did not believe she approved any transformers before, and inquired why they could not be placed underground. The public hearing was opened. Mr. Hadi Monsef, PO Box 1355, spoke in support of this application and noted that the staff report indicates the Board's requirements were met. He noted that he served on the Public Utilities Board for eight years, three years as president, and stated that it was very difficult to place transformers underground. Mr. Matthew Hoffman, 2800 Marina Drive, spoke in support of this application. He noted that the transformer in this project would not bother him or some of the neighbors that he had spoken with. He looked forward to the completion of the project. Ms. Barbara Price, PK Consultants, 1047 Tahiti, noted that she was speaking on behalf of the development team, and would be available to answer any questions. The public hearing was closed for Board discussion. Vice President Cook commended Mr. Tai for presenting such a detailed report. She noted that she had some concerns that made it difficult for her to support this item. President Cunningham noted he was generally happy with the responses made by the applicant following Board discussions. He believed the seating area of the amphitheatre could be improved by introducing some earth berms. Mr. Piziali was pleased to see a new handrail would be placed all the way across the front of the project. He liked the two steps in front of the Nob Hill stores, where the tables would be placed, which would separate the area from the walkway. He was generally pleased by the project. Planning Board Minutes Page 9 August 22, 2005 | PlanningBoard/2005-08-22.pdf |