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• <br /> Mary Ellen Heeman, 132 Greenward Way South, provided historical context on nearby <br /> developments and zoning inconsistencies.It was stated that prior developments were not true <br /> cluster housing and created long-term zoning and management issues.Concern was expressed <br /> about misleading comparisons and lack of a clear public purpose. <br /> Tony Sapienza, 25760 Butternut Ridge Road, stated strong opposition to any clustered or high- <br /> density development on Butternut Ridge Road and emphasized preservation of the Historic <br /> District. It was noted that nearby apartments did not directly access Butternut Ridge Road. <br /> Marsha Domchick(Adamczyk), 6014 Sandpiper Lane, stated opposition due to density concerns <br /> and lack of transparency. It was requested that a full site layout be publicly presented, with <br /> clarification on green space and neighborhood impacts. <br /> Hannah Matthews,26610 Butternut Ridge Road, stated the proposal would eliminate green space <br /> and alter neighborhood character. Concerns were raised regarding fairness, citing prior denials of <br /> similar requests by residents, and inconsistency with Historic District preservation goals. <br /> David Neville,27040 Butternut Ridge Road, Chair of the Landmarks Commission, stated the <br /> Historic District had been repeatedly diminished over time and expressed concern that the <br /> proposal represented further erosion of historic resources. <br /> Lisa Carrier Rowe, 5496 Fitch Road, questioned who the development was intended to serve and <br /> raised concerns about emergency vehicle access,traffic congestion, and compatibility with <br /> families and younger residents. <br /> Richard Wiles, 25746 Butternut Ridge Road, expressed opposition based on perceived <br /> inconsistency with the Comprehensive Plan, environmental concerns, stormwater issues, and <br /> traffic impacts.Appreciation was expressed for the Commission's time and community <br /> engagement. <br /> Priscilla Wiles, 25746 Butternut Ridge Road, cited specific Comprehensive Plan policies <br /> supporting historic preservation and equitable resident involvement. It was suggested that <br /> alternative city-owned parcels could better accommodate future development. <br /> Mary Ellen Heeman, 132 Greenward Way South, (second opportunity),reiterated that opposition <br /> extended beyond Butternut Ridge Road and stated the proposal lacked a defined public purpose. <br /> Prior city redevelopment projects were cited as having clear community-driven objectives, which <br /> were stated to be absent in this case. <br /> The Chair opened the floor for Commission questions to staff and the applicant.A commissioner <br /> asked what changes were anticipated if the item was tabled, and the applicant stated that <br /> revisions were still in progress but would likely include reduced density,removal of at least one <br /> unit fronting Butternut Ridge Road,preservation of mature trees, and improved views from the <br /> street, along with rehabilitation of the historic house. <br /> Questions were asked about Historic District review, and it was reported that the Landmarks <br /> 3 <br />