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PlanningBoard | 2019-07-22 | 9 | suggested that we stipulate that there be an environmentally appropriate landscape screen, subject to mockup and field approval. She said concrete walls and cheap fences can be ugly. Board Member Hom said he prefers the blue color, but does not have a strong preference. He said he favors a masonry wall instead of a mesh fence given the concern over lighting. He suggested potentially matching the façade of the hotel and the masonry wall. Board Member Cavanaugh said the landscape wall is an opportunity to do something a little different and artistic. He said he is otherwise okay with the project moving forward. Board Member Ruiz said she generally agrees with the other board members. She said condition #5 should have stronger language about ongoing maintenance. She said there are other options for the barrier wall, such as living wall trays. She said the color is a tossup and recommends a field mockup for staff to review. She said providing operable windows would be desirable if possible. She said she is otherwise in favor of the project. President Curtis said he is in favor of the project. He said as long as it complies with the ordinance requirements and statutory agencies, it should move forward. Staff Member Tai summarized the Board's comments: condition that evergreen plants be used where barriers are desired, cite the sheets of the landscape plans, add language that the applicant is responsible for timely maintenance and prompt replacement of plants that do not survive, have the applicant work with the Planning Director and the community to come up with a design for the barrier wall as part of the building permit review process. President Curtis asked to ensure that the bank along the lagoon be fully landscaped. Board Member Teague asked if they need to specify blue versus grey in the approval. Staff Member Thomas said the plans show grey and if the Board would like to change it to blue it should say so specifically. Board Member Hom asked if swatches could be painted in the field and a decision could be made at that point. President Curtis asked the applicant if he had a preference. The applicant said his partners preferred the grey, which reflected the majority of the comments from the neighbors. Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 9 of 11 July 22, 2019 | PlanningBoard/2019-07-22.pdf |