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DRAFT - MINUTES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of July 27, 1999 Page 6 easement be secured. Mr. Derleth requested clarification that Councilman DeLaRosa was not making determinations or judgements as to the project itself, that he was just making recommendations for the Commission to consider. John Reichel, 3 Upper Newport Plaza, Newport Beach, CA Mr. Reichel stated that he had spoken with the school district and that they were not concerned with the number of homes proposed. He discussed the size of the property to be developed. He addressed concerns regarding lot size, traffic, noise and dust during construction, and the setbacks of the proposed homes. He stated that he meets the side setbacks requirement for the R-1 Zone. He indicated that 75% of the homes would have 40 feet deep back yards, which is double the City standard for an R-1 lot. He stated that the homes proposed behind Cameo Drive would have 60 feet separating them from the residences on Cameo, due to the 40 foot back yard and 20 foot easement. He discussed small lot developments throughout the City. He indicated that the Edison easement would be secured on both ends. He disputed that the proposed project would lower surrounding property values. He discussed the benefits to the City in regards to permit fees and taxes. Commissioner Chavez expressed concern about the reduced lot size. Chairperson Oliva questioned whether the school grounds located on the Church property were available for children to play on. Ken Starr, Pastor of First Assembly of God, 235 Coburn Street, Colton, CA Mr. Starr indicated that the property is private property and that the school has been closed for two years. Chairperson Oliva expressed concern with the lack of play areas for children in the area. Chairperson Oliva questioned whether back yard landscaping would be provided. Mr. Reichel indicated that it would not. Chairperson Oliva requested that Mr. Reichel consider placing the front yard tree to the side of the yard so as to allow more room in the front yard for children to play. She stated that when a homeowner first purchases a home the landscaping of the back yard is a considerable expense and that she would like the children to have a grassy area to play on in the front yard. Chairperson Oliva questioned whether this project follows the State's guidelines for low or moderate income housing. Mr. Reichel indicated that it is considered moderate priced housing. Chairperson Oliva inquired as to whether the garage sizes were smaller than the standard. Mr. Reichel indicated that it is not smaller and that there would not be any difference in the amount of vehicle parking that is allowed in the R-1 Zone. Chairperson Oliva questioned why some of the lots would have a 14 -foot front setback. Mr. Reichel explained that it was due to the cul-de-sac design of the street and would only be at the point where the cul-de-sac is at its widest. Chairperson Oliva inquired as to whether street names had been picked out. Mr. Reichel indicated that he wished to name them after his son and his son's half sister. Mr. Lofy stated that the City sometimes waives the fees Mr. Reichel spoke of. Mr. Starr asked the Commission to look at the facts before making a determination. He indicated that the proposed project would help eliminate dust problems in the area. Councilman DeLaRosa stated that he is not an advocate for the project, that he has full confidence in the Planning