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PlanningBoard | 2012-07-23 | 7 | Chris Long, resident, concurred with Mr. Schwimmer, he stated that there is busy traffic on Fernside; he expressed concern with placing properties up against the retaining wall stating the possibility of shifting of earth during an earthquake. He also suggested that the plans include 2-car garages to keep parked cars off the streets. He proposed mitigating traffic flow on Fernside and turning the property into a park Lester Cabral, resident, gave brief history of the property. He stated that he is against the project as proposed. He stated that the property should be zoned R-1. He questioned the size of the lots, the type of development (town houses, row houses). Suggested that the Board table the project. Mr. Thomas clarified that the proposal is for 11 single family residences that are detached. He stated that the lots range in size with the smallest parcel at 4050 square feet and the largest at 9482 square feet. Steve Sorensen, resident, is supportive of the development and supports staff's recommendation. He stated that the site has been cleaned up. He stated he does not see a point in extending the concrete median to prevent left hand turns on Fernside. Mat Hoffman, resident, stated he is supportive of the project but has a few concerns, concurred with the comments by Mr. Schwimmer. He stated that the retaining wall is important and the noise is problematic. Clifford Mapes, owner, stated that the current median is two sets of solid double yellow lines, which are illegal to cross. He said the houses and driveways have a calming effect and drivers tend to slow down. He stated that the current retaining wall is 4 feet with a cyclone fence. He stated the property will need to be graded which will require an additional retaining wall. He stated that the project has been thought out and is defined. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft clarified with the applicant that the Chevron and Exxon lawsuit in the late 1990s was to prove that the site was clean and the monitoring wells could be closed. She clarified that there is a service road for the bridge. She asked what physical measures will be taken to prevent trespassers from climbing the fence. President Zuppan closed public comment Board member Knox White clarified with staff that the zoning was approved in 1987 and that the Board is reviewing the configuration of 11 parcels designed for single family use. He stated that based on lot size, the parcels could potentially be developed to accommodate two residences each. He suggested that the resolution regarding the public right of way be rewritten to state that the City is not requesting that additional right of ways be dedicated. He stated that the construction of a raised median will not calm traffic, is unnecessary, and should be removed. He commented on the lack of pedestrian pathway connections and would like the City to address pedestrian access in a way that is compatible with the General Plan. Approved Meeting Minutes Page 7 of 10 July 23, 2012 | PlanningBoard/2012-07-23.pdf |