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WORK STUDY SESSION C. DRAFT DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner, provided a brief update and an outline of what the document will cover. Mark Brodeur and Dave Barquist, project consultants, provided background information and an overview of the components included in the document. They noted that the document would be improved through comprehensive visual content, inclusion of contemporary design concepts, and the ability for electronic distribution to customers. They advised that the draft document should be ready for Planning Commission review early next year. Discussion was held regarding architecture, options for creativity, single-family rehabilitations, guidelines for historic structures, and proposed electronic format. D. DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANT POLICY DISCUSSION Vince Fregoso ,Senior Planner, outlined the current policy and advised the Commission that staff was requesting feedback regarding the need to make changes to this policy. Discussion was held regarding District Centers and over-concentration of fast-food restaurants. Mr. Fregoso noted that McDonald's had proposed adrive-through restaurant on South Bristol at Callens Commons and that staff did not support the proposal. In keeping with the property's District Center general plan designation which allows mixed use development there was a belief that the area should be studied for a better use. Discussion was held regarding the definition and goals of the District Centers, land uses, parking, and architecture of potential projects. It was the consensus of the Commission that fast-food restaurants should not be encouraged in the area and that higher and better uses should be pursued. Recess To Council Chambers - 5:55 The Commission recessed to the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza. 1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 2 November 12, 2002