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PlanningBoard | 2015-03-09 | 6 | President Henneberry said his views on the issue were reflected by the Board's comments. Board Member Knox White motioned to approve the TMA, noting that the TDM activities have not met the City's requirements. He suggested that the report should revise the dates covered in the report, the TMA board setup, the fact that the shuttle to BART must run 7 hours per day, how Day One activities, including employee marketing, a useable website, annual employee service are not in place, and for the report to include an analysis of impact relative to the 30% reduction request. Board Member Köster seconded the motion. The motion carried, 6-0. 7-C 2015-1404 PLN13-0175 - 2100 Clement Street - Applicant: City Ventures. Study Session for Design Review, Development Plan, Vesting Tentative Map and Density Bonus to Permit Construction of 58 Townhome Units on a 2.78 Acre Parcel Located at 2100 Clement Street. The Project is Subject to Environmental Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act. Mr. Thomas explained that staff is not ready to give a final recommendation on the project; he asked the public for their input. He introduced Mr. Andrew Warner, of City Ventures, the applicant, who gave the presentation. Board Member Köster asked Mr. Warner about the details of the solar panels. Mr. Werner explained that some of the panels will be flat on the roof, and others will be mechanized. Board Member Tang asked Mr. Warner about concerns from the neighbors. Mr. Werner replied that the neighbors are concerned about parking, and that there are 21 parking spaces for general use in the project. Vice President Alvarez asked if the access roads are available for emergency vehicle address. Mr. Thomas said that the fire department is still looking at the specifics of the plan. Board Member Köster asked Mr. Thomas if the City has any ordinances regarding guest parking spots. Mr. Thomas responded that there is a ratio of 1 guest space per 2 housing units in this development, as compared to 1 space per 4 housing units in other cities. The Board opened public comment. Ms. Keri Thompson, Treasurer of the Alameda Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of this project. She said that the project site is served by AC Transit, and that the project's applicants are very receptive to the community's concerns. Mr. Andrew Packee, resident, said he was impressed with the presentation, but wondered Approved Regular Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 8 March 9, 2015 | PlanningBoard/2015-03-09.pdf |