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364 and how this had saved percentages for commercial and industrial permits . It was noted that should Redwood City adopt such a policy , this would also concern Belmont and San Carlos because of the tri-- city sewage program and necessitate their adopting such a plan to be consistent . Council recommendation then made in view of discussion that Planning Com- mission pursue study and preparation of a recommendation which would cover both the total sewerage capacity , and how apportionment of shares could be made . In discussion of whether City had any control over. County as to flow through City ' s plant , point arose as to the Emerald Hillside Study and effect to City of a General Plan should be adopted , which it was noted was being re - searched by Staff now because of additional problems which could ensue . :discussion held on other areas of this same type of concern in Fair Oaks area , Waterfront Committee study now being made which will concern more availability of land and its uses , possibility of bond issues for funds to increase capacity of treatment plant , more restrictive development require - ments , all affecting City ' s economy and tax base . It was also noted how Housing Concern Committee would also complicate prob - lems because recommendations being made for need of low income housing which any restrictions on amount of other development in housing would also affect , and related also to Housing ''Element of General Plan . In reply to questions as to whether more stringent regulations on control of quality of industrial and commercial waste possible . City Manager advised an ordinance was now being drafted for onsite treatment of sewage and metering requirements which was to be discussed with local industries , since it was designed to be presented at same time by tri -- cities program and all cities South of San Mateo for adoption . Mayor Keckley noted fact that from past discussion several of the items had been covered which Planning Commission had listed for problem areas and felt that it was consensus that a recommendation could not be made to Council as to a definite policy proposal . Emerald Lake -Redwood City Hillside General Plan study discussed as to Council Policy , should General Plan be adopted and an additional sewage problem be created . City Manager indicated that it would be highly probable by time this consideration was a reality that the new treatment plant would be completed and would then provide a better basis for making of decisions by the City , as would most certainly have to be inter- faced with cities adja- cent and also related to the General Plan . He advised a report was to be 5/ 5/73 Adj . Reg . Mtg .