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Applicant proposes a mixed-use development consisting ofapproximately 180,800 square feet ofcommercial space, 200mmuUtifammi|yunits, .5 acres of public space and a structured parking solution providing at least 710 parking spaces. (Page 12) Mr. Sylvester presented anintroduction tmthe project xndstatedthemmeetingv*nsthestartofthetVrmnnunity planning process. Mr. Harnocz explained the Planned Development process for re-zoning, development objectives, and its purpose. Mr. &4u|inskioutlined the aesthetic ooncormsnfthe design. George Papandreas, Exec. V. P, Carnegie Management and Development Corp, Ron Lloyd, RDLArchitects , and Meg Kavouras, RDL Architects were present to explain various components of the planned development. There was discussion among the board members and applicants regarding the historic nature of the site, the plaza and green spaces, scale of the plaza and its integration with the street/peclestrians/community; its need to be utilized year-long, the retail needs to be closer to the street, there is a big box feel tothe retail/office building omthe Marlowe Avenue side. There was discussion about the Curtis Block building and grade changes. Mr. Sylvester ensured everyone that all comnrnumit«/LekewoodA|�ve/board/cmrnnnlssiondiscussions and minutes would beprovided tothe members, The parking garage, traffic circulation, residential units, and retail/off ice spaces were discussed. Public comment was taken. Administrative staff and the applicant team addressed the following issues: * The height o[the buildings. * The plan set block massing of the renderings made the buildings appear large, additional context was required (such assetbacks, mnateria|sl * Traffic issues. n AT[aft|c Impact Analysis was required for submission to the Planning Commission. * Concern about thetransitimn along the residential south side; is itfor service access or street? The ground level Vfthe accessstreet islower than the existing homes; however, the issue would be addressed. * What about sound issues emitting from the parking garage and residents7 uThere |snosound now asthe hospital and emergency room are gone. The anticipation isthat there will not be much noise once the project is finished as is exhibited from other sites located around the community. A solid wall could beused asa barrier. * Were the setbacks from the street Vrsidewalk? o The setbacks were unknown at this time and will be included in the Urban Design Analysis of the Neighborhood. There were nofurther comments from the public ormembers. Administrative staff would continue towork with the community, developer and board/commission members.