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PlanningBoard | 2014-07-28 | 2 | specifically the landscape and transportation plans. Mr. Thomas stated the developer is building the entire cross section on Clement Avenue. Board member Knox White referred to the cross cut section and asked if it will fit. Mr. Thomas stated the cycle-track will fit with the plan, but he isn't sure about the sidewalk. Mr. Brent Reed, Lennar Homes, stated they will build the curbs and cycle-track. Mr. Ryan Hansen, there is a bit of hardscape and sidewalk ends and there is a centralized area for a crossing. President Burton asked about brick work on some of the design. Mr. Boriack commented on the brick work design. Open Public comment Mr. Nick Cabral, stated he is a longtime resident and commended the project and the work of the Board and staff. He is excited about the project. Ms. Audrey Lord-Hausman, stated being a long term advocate of Universal Design and commended the project. She asked about the accessible bathrooms and why is there a bathtub, because stepping over a 15" tub side isn't a good plan. She asked about grab bars in the units and safety should be addressed. She suggested the toilet height be ADA. She stated many people are in homes that don't allow aging in place. Closed public comment. Board member Zuppan asked for the developer to comment on the last speaker. Mr. Boriack stated that they are willing to have a discussion regarding accessible tubs, grab bars, and toilets. Board member Zuppan thanked the developers for responding to the public comments. She would like to see more Universal Design elements in place. Board member Knox White commented on the sidewalk and bike track, and the condo alley being 24'. Mr. Thomas stated those issues were addressed previously stating 24' is fire code and the minimum street width. He also mentioned that there is a sidewalk along the waterside of the street. Board member Knox White echoed Ms. Lord-Hausman's comments on grab bars for those Approved Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 6 July 28, 2014 | PlanningBoard/2014-07-28.pdf |