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AA No. 07-01, EIR No. 06-01, GPA No. 07-01, ZOA No. 07-01, DA No. 07-01, SPR No. 07-1 and TTM No. 07-01 March 19, 2007 Page 6 landscaping will be provided on the north tower. A 5,000 square foot roof deck on the south tower will contain seating areas with tables, an outdoor fire pit, a water feature, a kitchen and a meeting room. In addition, enhanced paving and potted landscaping will be provided on the amenity decks of both towers. Finally, private storage space will be provided for each unit. The storage space will be located within each unit and will be a minimum of 192 cubic feet in size. The applicant is also intending to provide a variety of interior amenities for all residential units. The amenity package has yet to be developed but will address unit specific items such as counter tops, flooring, appliances, bathroom fixtures, laundry facilities and private decks. Development amenities are proposed to include an entry lobby with concierge services, a fitness center with top-of-the-line exercise equipment, secured resident covered parking, contemporary storefront glazing in the public areas, enhanced counter tops in all common areas and a building security system. The landscaping concept for the First and Cabrillo project is designed to enhance the existing landscape and streetscape along First Street and Cabrillo Park Drive. To emphasize the urban nature of the area, special hardscape and landscape features such as outdoor seating, lighting, and special pavement treatments will highlight the retail area and sidewalks. A diverse landscape palette will also be provided throughout the project to accent the various architectural treatments along this corridor (Exhibit 6). Analysis of the Issues Environmental Impact Report The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires the preparation and approval of an environmental impact report (EIR) for this proj ect . The environmental issues analyzed in the EIR included aesthetics/visual resources, air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, land use and planning, noise, population, housing and employment, public services, transportation and traffic, and utilities and service systems. In accordance with CEQA, a draft EIR was circulated for review and comment to public, local, regional and state agencies, and interested parties on December 22, 2006 for a 45-day review period. On January 22, 2007 a public hearing was held on the document in order to obtain input from interested members of the public. By the close of the 45-day review period, a total of nine written comment letters on the document were received. 758-6