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, ?- ,, ";.. _. Conway advised that buildi.ngs could be no closer than 10 feet to one another, and he would consider that 10 feet as side yards, not common area, but problems might ' arise when the homes are on a courtyard. He maintained that the code.gives the _ Commission enough leeway to control crowding. Mr. Thomas believed that the city's codes were sufficient to control density. Mr. Tallon had seen this site and noted that there was a solid wall all around and he clid not believed that there was any aesthetic value. Mr. Orlowski believed that even with 104 feet between the rear of two buildings that area would be cut down with patios. He also noted that all the buildings were close to the street. Mre Skoulis stated most of the green area - could not be seen from the road, only the houses and it would have been more appealing if the green area could be seen. Mr. Conway mentioned the development in Lakewood which were typical New England side by side homes set close to the street which the Conmission might consider since this is a specific architectural style, and he cautioned against prohibiting that type of a concept by code. Mr. Tallon pointed out that in one development there were several 3 bedroom units grouped and this could cause problems later on with over population in a small area. Mr. Orlowski also noted that the recreational facilities in Strongsville were smal:i and limited. Mr. Skoulis advised that some of the developments they looked at were attractive, and did not have large recreational facilities, but there was green space. Mr. Orlowski stated that the development in 'I?ainsburg which was attractive was set back at varying depths and were not in a straight line, and there were as many unitso Mr. Skoulis stated that the members luiow what they want, but he wondered if something should be set forth in the codes today to guide future members. The members must decide if they want any additions made to the codes to insure that future developments will be attractive, but this coUld be decided later. Vice Chairman Orlowski suggested that the members continue to ' review this and perhaps consider the acreage that is to be built on and the square footage permitted. - VII. NEW BUSINESS: No items. VIII. OLD BUSINESS: No items. IX. ADJOURNMENT: J. Thomas moved to excuse the absence of Mr. Gorris, seconded by Vice Chairman Orlowski, and unanimously approved. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Commissions 4