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PlanningBoard | 2018-10-22 | 4 | Board Member Saheba said the site is a highly visible gateway. He said the corner has a lot left to be desired. He said the design is not contributing to the gateway sight. He said the design feels busy and unsettling. He said there are many blank facades and that it feels like it would be dated the day it opens. He said he would not support it as designed. Board Member Teague said his issue is with the General Plan change. He said he would like to see that issue separated out as its own item with supporting staff report before moving forward. He said he is in favor of a hotel at the site. He said he would be interested in seeing a parking ratio that matches the other hotels in the area. He said he supports Board Member Sullivan's feedback on the landscaping. He said he would not be in favor of moving forward until the FAR issue is resolved. Board Member Sullivan suggested they notify the storage facility next door before construction starts. Board Member Cavanaugh said he would like to see something built here. He said he is concerned about the design and how it would be experienced as you approach from Ron Cowan Parkway. Board Member Rothenberg said she agreed with most of the design comments. She said the use is appropriate but revisiting the economic plan might help them be able to solve the design problems. President Mitchell said he agreed with others about the design assessment. He suggested the applicant study the Site A designs to see what has been successful with the board in the past. He asked whether a subcommittee with the architects would be helpful. Staff Member Thomas said they could set up an ad hoc subcommittee to work with the applicant on the design. Board Member Teague made a motion to continue the item to the next meeting. Board Member Curtis seconded the motion. Staff Member Thomas said they would come back with a gameplan on how to proceed, possibly with a staff report on the General Plan amendment first. He said they can re- notice the project if and when the design is revised. Board Member Teague said he would like to have the General Plan amendment re-noticed as well. The motion passed 7-0. Approved Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 7 October 22, 2018 | PlanningBoard/2018-10-22.pdf |