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Minutes of the Public Hearing December 3, 1991 best-guess scenario for that particular parcel. It was intended to show, basically because of the configuration of the parcel, the building setbacks and the landscaping. The 50 foot setback is included in the deed restrictions and is identified as a landscaped 50 foot buffer. In addition, the company wanted to show, because of the height restrictions and the use restrictions that are also in the deed provision, that there would probably be a 100 foot building setback from the right of way--or another 50 feet from the landscape buffer before any kind of construction could occur. Mr. Fapandreas stressed that this was done in a good faith effort to show the residents that some thought haci gone into what the unpact of the development of this parcel would be; however, it is all purely speculative at this point. He mentioned that the Mixed Use does require a 100 foot setback; and, if it was going to be less, then a variance would have to be sought. Mrs. Saringer stated she felt that if this would come up in the future, this informatian would have to be brought forward. Mr. McKay stated that he felt Biskind Development was not agreeing to a 100 foot setback; the only reason it is 100 feet is because of the Zoning Code. He does not want anyone to misunderstand that Biskind Development can ask for a variance at some time in the future. Mr. Skoulis asked whether the parcel directly abuts residential land so that this 100 foot provision in the Zoning Code could be enforced. Mr. McKay said that the property was abutted by residential land on the east and north sides. It is his feeling that the 100 foot setback must be adhered to unless a variance is requested, and he and the residents would state their objections should that occur. Ed Depenbrook, who lives on the northwest corner of Columbia Road and Gauntry Club Blvd., was concerned about the traffic problems this rezoning would cause. He feels there currently is a safety problem, which would be made worse by development of the property. Many drivers use his driveway as aturn-around--he counted 17 cars in one day. One of the cars almost hit his son who was playing. basketball in the driveway. Mr. Depenbrook also questioned the need for con- structing more office space when the City has enough space to lease for the next five years. Mr. McKay commented that this has been in the works for approximately five years. Also, he felt it should be understood that Mr. Biskind, or ~ property owner, can ask for property to be rezoned-need has nothing to do with the request. Grace Krejci, 5174 Columbia Road, wanted to know what would happen to the three residences in the midst of this area. She feels that this rezoning is spot zoning. She feels the rights of the residents have been taken away. Mr. Skoulis commented that Mrs. Krejci's feelings are shared by manly residents, and that is why this rezoning had been fought. He also mentioned that since the Planning Commission was working on a Master Plan, he would do everything possible 2 ...... ~ ~ .. rrwrcu,wwvexn...aa~eauM'~,7~?'#o2~M~?v41p4'~d ,: