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of his property line which is too close and intrudes on his privacy. Mr. Hernandez presented a list of 22 neighbors' signatures who are opposing the granting of major/minor variances and support the Planning Commission's Decision. Mr. Hernandez urged that Mr. Davalos be made to abide by the law. Mr. Sergio Trujillo, 1165 Kippy Dr., listed his concerns: The building is a fire hazard; it is in close proximity to his property; it is an encroachment; and, the addition could be used to house another family or a large group of people. He requested that the appeal be denied and the Planning Commission's ruling be upheld. Mr. John Longfield wondered what the argument was about. He determined that distance was the only problem and everyone should just let it go. Mayor Gonzales asked for the ratio of completion and Community Development Director Aguilera reported that the building is 75-80% complete. He pointed out, if appeal is granted, that a great amount of retrofitting would need to be done and that 3' or 2' could not be cut off. Mayor Gonzales asked if the building was plastered and Mr. Aguilera reported that the frame, windows, roof and some wiring had been completed. Councilman Lofy quoted from the Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of January 14, 1992, wherein Mr. Aguilera stated that the addition was found and determined to be illegal and a notice of correction was issued. Councilman Lofy also quoted Deputy City Attorney Biggs who wondered if the requirements for variance were met by the application and who indicated that by allowing this particular variance a privilege would be granted not allowed to other properties in this area. Councilman Lofy inquired of Mr. Aguilera and Ms. Biggs if there was a change of mind and they each answered negatively. Motion by Councilman Lofy, seconded by Councilman Rehrer to uphold the Planning Commission's Decision, RESOLUTION NO. R-25-92 to Deny Mr. and Mrs. Davalos' application for major/minor variances as the property does not meet the guidelines. Unanimous vote. Councilman Rehrer requested that the matter be sent back to the Planning Commission for clarification. Mayor Gonzales informed Councilman Rehrer that this motion supported the Planning Commission's decision and it is conclusive. RESOLUTION NO. R-25-92 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COLTON CITY COUNCIL UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION TO DENY FILE INDEX NUMBER DV -62- 91. 4 F E B 1 8 1992