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Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner introduced Mr. Franco Mola representing Geneva Commons project. Mr. Mola introduced Ernesto Vasquez, McLarand Vasquez Emsiek & Partners, Inc., and F. Scott Jackson, Attorney, Jackson, De Marco, Peckenpaugh. 1 1 Ernesto Vasquez discussed the architectural concept and features of the project, the size of the units and the materials of the proposal. Paul Zaleski of MVE reviewed the unit types, flats, and lofts. He reviewed the stairway locations indicating that every plan included laundry facilities. Mr. Jackson discussed the proposed CC&Rs. John Kaliski, the city's consulting urban designer, commented on the following items: 1. Parking garage facing MacArthur Boulevard, some elements such as signage, may be a concern 2. Corner at Imperial Promenade and MacArthur Boulevard could be stronger architectural element 3. Lobby of the 8-story building could be at better location 4. Noted materials presented in photographs are considerably more expensive than what is proposed. Project proposes using a lot of stucco on the building instead of glass. 5. Interiors of buildings, unit sizes should be larger, have range of unit sizes, explain how the units work, noted 3 feet wide balconies are not functional. On page A10 question functionality of unit, make for larger unit with sliding door. 6. Storage is less defined in this project. Tandem spaces may accommodate storage. Each unit would have space for storage. Chairman Mondo asked how much storage space is assigned for each unit? Mr. Mola will define at next session. 7. Need unit amenities defined, noted larger unit at 1,400 sq ft has larger kitchen. 8. Amount of closet space in relation to unit appears small; some bedrooms are tight, not allowing flexibility in furniture placement. Commission discussion ensued regarding landscape maintenance, storage, balcony size, size of kitchen, interior amenities, the location of the lobby in relation to the motor court, and passenger/freight elevators. Other Commission concerns related to impact of buildings and traffic mitigation measures, resident and visitor access and parking, the frontage on MacArthur Boulevard, and keeping neighborhood updated as well as consideration for a proposed pedestrian bridge with the project. G. OVERVIEW OF LIMITATIONS ON DEDICATIONS. EXACTIONS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL (Ben Kaufman) Continue to September 27, 2004. H. UPDATE ON THE AIRPORT ENVIRONS ELEMENT (Jay Trevino) Continue to September 27, 2004. I. Recess to Council Chambers (6:45pm) Planning Commission Minutes 3 September 13, 2004