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PlanningBoard | 2021-12-13 | 6 | Staff Member Tai explained how historic buildings would be handled. Board Member Teague had questions about ADUs being allowed with SB-9 and what Alameda would allow. He had questions about information in the Turner Center Report and how he was interpreting it. He then discussed hypothetical situations and what could possibly be allowed. He also had questions about the square footage, setbacks, and Efficiency Units. Heather Colman, the consultant, explained that the report was written before the law was finalized. Director Thomas went into detail about would could hypothetically be allowed with SB-9. He also explained which sections and standards Alameda could decide what they wanted to allow. Staff Member Tai discussed Efficiency Units. Vice President Ruiz asked about what standards would be coming up that needed approval. She also questioned how they reached the 5000 sq ft lot area. Director Thomas explained that these zoning changes were the Objective Zoning Standards. He explained the thought process behind the 5000 sq ft lot size. President Saheba opened public comment. Zac Bowling discussed the work he had done to champion SB-9. Jay Garfinkle wanted the Planning Board to recommend to the City Council to enact an Emergency Ordinance to make sure anyone who applies for SB-9 would be subject to the same standards and conditions. Chris Buckley, Alameda Architecture Preservation Society (AAPS), discussed a letter the society had sent. Betsy Mathieson agreed with the comments and the concerns brought up by the AAPS. Margaret Hall also supported the recommendations and changes to the text brought up by the AAPS. Hank Hernandez, Alameda Tiny Homes, wanted to know what the options were for people who already had an ADU on their property. President Saheba closed public comment and opened board discussion. Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 6 of 10 December 13, 2021 | PlanningBoard/2021-12-13.pdf |