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PlanningBoard | 2007-02-12 | 4 | Member Kohlstrand noted that the proposal was not consistent with the zoning. In response to an inquiry by Member McNamara regarding the items raised by the applicant, Mr. Thomas replied that the site zoning and General Plan conformance was discussed by staff. He noted that the Housing Element included a number of sites throughout the City that were appropriate for future housing development. Since 1991, the General Plan stated that within the general area, between 250-350 housing units, open space and industrial uses should be included. The updated Housing Element from 1993 included a table identifying future housing development sites, which identified 300 potential housing units. Staff believed that the zoning adopted by City Council was absolutely consistent with the General Plan. President Lynch believed the applicant should contact staff, and that the staff response may be provided to the Board. Member Mariani suggested that the applicant bring this application to the City Council because it did not conform with the zoning requirements. Vice President Cook would welcome a proposal in keeping with the General Plan zoning, and agreed with many of Mr. Siewald's comments; however, she would like to see some public access on the site. Member Ezzy Ashcraft believed the shoreline access was minimal and not welcoming because of the lack of the street grid continuing through the development. She noted that there was little public parking, with the exception of the shopping center at the foot of the Park Street Bridge. She noted that Blanding and Clement were very busy streets, and that the new homes would add to the congestion. She expressed concern about the rows of three-story homes, which may obstruct the view of anyone in the neighborhood with a smaller house. She hoped the traffic study would closely examine the traffic on Blanding and Clement. Board member Mariani moved to adopt Planning Board Resolution PB-07-03 to deny a Planned Development to construct 242 dwelling units on two (2) parcels totaling approximately 9.4 acres. Vice President Cook seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 7. President Lynch called for a two-minute recess. Planning Board Minutes Page 4 February 12, 2007 | PlanningBoard/2007-02-12.pdf |