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107 • PUBLIC HEARING (continued) Pi" • Item No. 1 (continued) Ann Irons, 105 Atherwood, read a letter from Judy and Ken Shaw, 205 Atherwood, regarding their objections to proposed density, to two-story homes, and to any traffic increase and suggesting utilities access is not adequately planned (letter is on file). In response to question, Mrs. Irons reported her lot is 60' x 110'. Robert Harrison, 115 Atherwood, said he would like to retain the present neighborhood character and objects to two-story homes. He suggested increased traffic would present hazards to children walking to school. Larry Irons, 105 Atherwood, referred to the letter from Atherwood residents requesting that development on the subject property should match that of present homes on which it borders; that density not exceed 4.6 detached single family residences per acre which he stated is presently Atherwood density; that only single-story homes be permitted; and that alternatives to the traffic proposal of the Specific Plan be identified. In response to question, Mr. Irons said that his 60' x 110' lot is larger than average, because it is a corner lot. It was pointed out that density appears to be greater than 4.6 homes per acre if Mr. Irons' lot is larger than usual, even allowing for streets and sidewalks. Mayor Biagi stated for the record that two-story homes may be constructed on any residential property within the City including those in the Atherwood neighborhood, so not to allow them on the subject property would be a special restriction. Discussion followed and Planning Director Schroeter and City Manager Fales commented and replied to questions relating to traffic patterns in the area, and it was noted again that the only subjects before Council are the amendment to the General Plan and the Specific Plan and that no proposal for development exists. PA (City Manager Fales left at 8:45 p.m. and did not return.) City Attorney Schricker advised that Council has adopted the resolution initiating annexation proceedings, as is required for some 25.2 acres of Horgan Ranch property, and that some 56+ acres are involved in the subject property. In response to statement from Mrs. Sikora (see above) that following approval of the BAS Homes application last year, she understood that height, density, traffic, services and open space could be considered in the Specific Plan, Mr. Schricker advised that the Government Code provides that they may be considered, because frequently such a plan is prepared in connection with a particular development proposal, but there is none in this case. Discussion continued and Mr. Schricker commented and replied to question as to what may be considered at the present time with regard to specifics relating to traffic, density, street layout, etc. Bob Foulk (see above) stated that the formula used by his engineering firm suggests density of the Atherwood area is about 5.5 dwelling units per acre rather than the 4.6 mentioned by residents. He posted a map of the area on the wall indicating lot sizes. Mr. Foulk urged approval of the Specific Plan. Jim Thompson, attorney representing the owners of the 25.2 acres proposed for annexation stated that he believes the Specific Plan is proper as a development guideline for the property. Mayor Biagi invited anyone else who wished to speak to do so. No one wished to speak. M/S: Stangel/Leipzig to close the public hearing. Carried unanimously by voice vote and public hearing closed at 9:07 p.m. (Council recessed from 9:07 to 9:17) Discussion followed and City Attorney Schricker and Planning Director Schroeter commented and replied to questions concerning the fact that two-story homes are allowed on all residential lots in the City; the fact that State law now allows mobile homes on all residential lots; the protection offered by the Specific Plan Reg.Mtg. j{{ 7/13/81 Page 3 3