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sales. Restaurants create the excitement, then the retail promotes the amenities. <br />Theater provides user identity and. social/architectural element enhancements. <br />Commissioner Lutz inquired about lofts with balcony. Mr. Zahlten offered ten <br />variations noting that the lofts will not have elevators. Commissioner Lutz <br />expressed concern with the service ramp adjacent to the market. <br />Commissioner De La Torre commented on the bench materials. Developer <br />indicated goal is outdoor eating to make for a viable center. Commissioner noted <br />preference for ahigh-class restaurant in the area and also commented on retail. <br />Commissioner Sinclair inquired about retailers; Mr. Bisno indicated there would <br />be a market and expressed concern for food cart type eateries. Mr. Bisno stated <br />that in terms of Live-Work lofts there is not a lot of retail. <br />Vice Chairman Leo thanked the developer for bringing the project to the City and <br />would like to see more retail; commented that there appeared to be synergy from <br />the mall. <br />Chairman Mondo commented on retail, parking, pathways (pedestrian <br />connection) landscaping, and open space areas as well as amenities. He noted <br />residential component appeared dense with minimal retail; also concerned with <br />relationship between parking and loft units. Mr. Bisno pointed out such amenities <br />as the Main Place Mall, tennis and park across the street, and the area being a <br />prime location for employment. <br />Commissioner Nalle commented on retail usage and the development of a high <br />rise. <br />There were no general comments from the public. <br />fl <br />F. OVERVIEW OF LIMITATIONS ON DEDICATIONS, EXACTIONS AND <br />CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL (Ben Kaufman) <br />Continued to September 13, 2004. <br />_~ <br />G. Recess to Council Chambers (6:58 pm) <br />Planning Commission Minutes <br />3 <br />August 23, 2004 <br />