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PlanningBoard | 2015-04-27 | 2 | 7. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 7-A. 2015-1606 Public Workshop on Alameda Point Site A Development, including an Updated Draft Development Plan and Density Bonus Waiver, Conditions of Approval, and a Draft Transportation Demand Management Plan Compliance Strategy, and a Draft Development Agreement. Mr. Andrew Thomas, City Planner, gave the presentation. Mr. Thomas introduced Mr. David Israel of BAR Architects. Mr. Israel gave the presentation. There were no public speakers. Board Comments: Mr. Thomas reminded the public that tonight's meeting was the last opportunity for the public to give their input on the Site A plan to the development team, City staff, and the Board. The final version of the plan would be brought to the Board at the meeting on May 11th Board Member Koster asked about potential commercial and civic uses that could be included in Site A. Mr. Thomas replied that Alameda Point would have various community and recreational services for its residents, but they will not all be located in Site A. Board member Koster asked whether it would be permitted to develop a church in the site. Mr. Thomas responded that it would be permitted, but there are no current plans for any specific development at this time. Board Member Burton said he was happy to see a change to the parallel parking proposal. He asked for clarification on the affordable-housing units, which consist of both single-and multi-story housing. He praised the development team's effort on the massing of the buildings and for integrating new buildings with existing ones. Board Member Burton asked for clarification on the widths of the streets, in order to make sure that they were wide enough for the fire department but narrow for everyday traffic. He said that it is critical for bicycle access to all of the park areas. Board Member Tang asked for clarification on the size of the trees on Ralph Apezzato Memorial Parkway. Approved Regular Meeting Page 2 of 6 Minutes April 27, 2015 | PlanningBoard/2015-04-27.pdf |