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PlanningBoard | 2015-04-27 | 3 | Board Member Koster said he appreciated the architects' massing models. He said he noticed the site's waterfront edge, and how it could be a space to transition from one part of the site to another. He said that he agreed with Board Member Burton that there should be a reminder of the naval history in the area. Board Member Zuppan echoed Board Member Koster's comments about the massing. She said that the plans are moving in the right direction. She asked if modifications to existing buildings would be brought back to the Board for review. Mr. Thomas explained that none of the existing buildings are not technically historic, but some of the new buildings will need certification from the Historical Advisory Board and Design Review approval from the Planning Board. Board Member Zuppan asked if there is a set budget for this project. Ms. Jennifer Ott, Chief Operating Officer for Alameda Point, said that the City Council will be presented with a Fiscal Impact Report on Site A at their meeting on May 19th. The numbers presented to the Council are meant to be conservative in order to have some flexibility. Currently, the price for park development and maintenance in Site A is budgeted at about $20,000 per acre per year, which is about 1/3 of the infrastructure budget for the area. Ms. Ott introduced Mr. Joe Ernst, of Alameda Point Partners. Mr. Ernst explained that there will be an open dialogue about where, to place parks, and how to use the available money wisely. Board Member Zuppan asked Mr. Thomas whether or not buildings would have to be approved according to future ordinances. Mr. Thomas explained that, once the City Council approves the Development Plan, the current ordinances are frozen for the site. If the State of California updates the building code or other laws, the project would be subject those updates and changes. Board Member Burton added that the senior housing on the site would be subject to State accessibility rules, which would be of a higher standard than municipal Design Review guidelines. Board Member Zuppan said she was pleased with the work of the design team. She said it is a great plan to mix the historic nature of the site with opportunities for future growth. She said she is glad that there is a plan to bring real economic viability and character to Alameda Point. She praised staff and the team for their efforts. Board Member Knox White echoed the comments of the other Board Members. He said he agreed with Board Member Burton about the issues regarding universal design. He said that he still had issues about parking in front of some of the houses, but said that these issues could be dealt in the Design Review stage. Mr. Thomas explained that the plans would be brought before the Historical Advisory Board on May 7th for their input. Board Approved Regular Meeting Page 3 of 6 Minutes April 27, 2015 | PlanningBoard/2015-04-27.pdf |