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comprehensive plan's goals for housing diversity, affordability, and infill development. He stated that townhomes addressed changing housing needs, rising construction costs, and limited available land, and that the property was well suited due to surrounding higher-density uses and proximity to 'I-480. He maintained that the proposal met planned unit development standards, respected the historic district through restoration, and that zoning denial could raise legal concerns. He concluded by requesting a favorable recommendation based on consistency with the comprehensive plan. Public Comment—Resident Concerns Density &Zoning Consistency—Argued the proposal conflicted with long-standing single- family zoning in the historic district, greatly exceeded permitted density, and could be developed under existing zoning without a rezoning; requested denial. Historic District Preservation—Stated the development would undermine the historic character, identity, and uniqueness of Butternut Ridge Road and erode decades of preservation efforts. Traffic& Infrastructure Impacts—Raised concerns about increased traffic,potential road widening, signalization, stormwater impacts, and permanent changes to the historic streetscape. Master Plan& Guideline Consistency—Asserted the proposal conflicted with the comprehensive plan and historic district guidelines,which prioritize preservation and direct higher-density development to more appropriate areas of the city. Commissioners discussed staffs recommendation to deny the rezoning, noting that the applicant did not have a finalized plan and that approving the zoning without a defined plan would depart from the standard planned development process. It'was clarified that prior actions were informational and did not constitute final approvals. Staff explained that approving the rezoning at this stage would effectively decouple zoning from an approved plan, creating undue certainty for the project. It was confirmed that the applicant could return with a revised preliminary plan in the future, and that no final landmarks approval had been granted. Mr. David made a motion to recommend approval to City Council recommend the referral of ordinance number 2025-100 the rezoning of parcel 236-10-15 approval on the condition that the preliminary plan be finalized and recommend and approved by city council: seconded by Mr. D'Alessandro. Commission members discussed the master plan, noting its support for new housing options and infill development while emphasizing the importance of preserving neighborhood character. Concerns were raised about whether the proposed development was harmonious and appropriate for the historic district,particularly due to density..Several commissioners stated they were not convinced the proposal fit the area, acknowledged prior dialogue and applicant cooperation, and indicated their intent to vote against the rezoning at this time while noting that future proposals could still be considered. Motion denied: 0-4 2