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PlanningBoard | 2009-10-26 | 3 | second story, 2) by eliminating the features that are not compatible with the ranch-style architecture, and 3) by modifying second-story decks that impact privacy on the neighboring properties. Motion passes 4-0. 9-B Variance and Major Design Review - PLN08-0211, 1700 Park Street (Former Cavanaugh Motor Site) Proposed commercial buildings, including a two-story structure, remodel of existing buildings and a parking lot to be accessed from Buena Vista Avenue. The project requires a variance for a reduction in the required number of off-street parking spaces, modification to the ratio of standard to compact parking spaces, reduction in the depth of landscape areas, and modification to the distance vehicles may encroach into landscape areas. Vice-President Autorino motioned, seconded by Board Member Kohlstrand to limit speakers time to 3 minutes each. Motion passes 5-0. Staff presented the project. Board Member Kohlstrand asked for clarification on the application packet and the supplemental review by the consultant Urban Design Collective. Staff stated that the consultant provided design comments to the applicant, who then submitted a revised design of the building based on the building. Ms. Price, PK Consultants, representative for the applicant Mr. Phua, presented the project with a power point presentation. Mr. Phua thanked all involved parties to bring this project to fruition. President Ezzy Ashcraft opened the public comment period. Mr. Reeves, Alameda resident, business owner and member of the Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of the project and urged the Board to approve the project instead of delaying the approval and requiring that the applicant submit yet another set of plans. Ms. Paul, neighbor, spoke in favor of the project and strongly urged the board to condition the project to reduce light glare, prohibit unsightly neon signs, require attractive landscaping, and mitigate egress traffic impacts on the neighbors. Ms. Kennedy, Park Street Business Association (PSBA) Board Member, supported the project and urged the board to approve it so that redevelopment of the site can occur. Mr. Busse, Chairman of Economic Revitalization Committee of PSBA, spoke in favor of the project, considers the proposal a favorable addition to the district. Ms. Layburn, Alameda Market Place owner, urged the board to approve the project as the redevelopment will jumpstart the economic revitalization of this area. She stated that redevelopment is in jeopardy in Alameda, if the City demands too many conditions and extras that do not have a direct relationship to the proposed project. Page 3 of 5 | PlanningBoard/2009-10-26.pdf |