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• The applicant obtains a green certification for the project. <br /> • Reiterate this is a unique site and will not set precedent in other neighborhoods. <br /> Paul Glowacki of Dimit Architects delivered a visual presentation of both the original and the <br /> new site plans. He showed evidence about how the modified plan is compatible with and <br /> complimentary of the neighborhood. He showed detailed pictures of the proposed landscaping <br /> and lighting and discussed them. He showed the floor plans for each unit. Each unit has <br /> increased in size by 300 square feet under the new site plan. He remarked that the architectural <br /> style is influenced by that of Lake Ave. and Lakewood as a whole. He described details of the <br /> architectural styles. <br /> Councilmember Litten asked for more assurance that this type of planned development will not <br /> set a precedent in the City. <br /> Ms. Milius responded that the zoning at this property is unique because it is a commercial gas <br /> station located in a residential neighborhood(RIM). The gas station is an existing nonconformity <br /> and this planned development makes it come more closely into conformity. <br /> Director Sylvester added that if there were another area of the City where there were heavy <br /> commercial use in a residential district and there was an opportunity to consider a planned <br /> development that would bring the area more into conformity, that Planning would certainly <br /> consider it. <br /> The Committee discussed the rear setbacks and how they have changed from the previous plan to <br /> the current plan as well as the wall immediately south of the property line. <br /> In response to a question about landscaping, Mr.Wymer explained that a homeowners' <br /> association will be set up for the resident homeowners. Residents will pay a HOA fee which will <br /> go toward maintaining the landscaping. McKinley Place, Clifton Pointe and Rockport all have <br /> similar arrangements. Other examples were discussed. <br /> It was stated that the City will likely collect refuse at these properties. <br /> Councilmember Rader relayed concerns by residents that this cluster home planned development <br /> could set a precedent on larger lots —that a developer may choose to purchase a large home, <br /> demolish it and propose such a plan. <br /> Director Sylvester replied that context would be important in the situation but that this generally <br /> doesn't sound like a plan that could gain support by Council or the boards and commissions. <br /> Planned developments must show that they align with the community vision. <br /> Councilmember Bullock stated his plans to support the ordinance. He thanked WXZ and the <br /> boards and commissions for their due diligence and responsiveness to neighborhood concerns. <br /> He reflected on the private sector's role in development generally. <br /> 2 <br />