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Chairman Nalle opened the public hearing. Roger Grable, representing the applicant, advised that they agree with the report and accept the conditions of approval. He noted that the evening school use should not impact the parking, as the parking lot is empty during those hours. Commissioner Mondo asked what had been done to date to alleviate the parking issues stated in the written communication and was advised that some of the parking areas had been used by other buildings in the area but he thought it had been resolved. They will make announcements that parking spaces are reserved and will ask clients when they come in if they are parked correctly. Sonja Berkman, representing the applicant, advised that staff is aware of parking assignments and if they park in a space that is not assigned to them they are asked to move. Striping of parking stalls and registration activity discussed. James Yates, Yates and Associates, spoke in opposition of the request. He advised the Commission that the parking issues have not been addressed and his staff is frequently unable to find parking, particularly after the lunch hour. Clarification of the hours of operation of his company provided. Parking provisions in the lease agreement discussed. Chairman Nalle closed the public hearing. Commissioner Cribb requested clarification regarding basis for approval of a school in a professional use and Mr. Edwards advised that in 1996 the Code was amended to allow school uses in professional zoning districts. He noted that it appeared there was an onsite parking management issue; however, code compliance is the only item for City review. Chief Assistant City Attorney Ben Kaufman noted that with appropriate signage improperly parked vehicles could be towed away. Motion to approve as recommended with the addition of a requirement that the applicant work with the property owner and other tenants to create a tow away zone and that the item is subject to Planning Commission review at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year. MOTION: Mondo SECOND: Doughty VOTE: AYES: Doughty, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson (4) NOES: Cribb, Leo, `/erino (3) ABSENT: None (0) 2. DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO.2001-02 (Sergio Klotz) Filed by Albertsons (Savon) to receive public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the proposed Savon Drug Store and four live/work lofts located at the northwest corner of Main and First Streets. RECOMMENDATION: PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: August 16, 2002 PUBLICLY NOTICED: August 16, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file public comments on Draft Environmental Impact Report No. EIR 2001-02 for the proposed Savon Drug Store Project. Sergio Klotz, Senior Planner, provided the staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 3 AUGUST 26, 2002