BOOK 19_1942-09-08 to 1945-05-07

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stating that if classification was changed at time of•.widening'theohighway all other property was similarly treated. Mr. Flynn stated that it was up to the individual property owner to, request change of zone from Planning Commission and to pay cost of advertising, etc. He stated that he is complying with all rules and regulations pertaining -to the ordinance. Councilman Armstrong asked the question that assuming the introduction of the ordinance passed at this time, will it.be possible to obtain a building permit of any different character than now po.ssible?� City Attorney McCarthy answered his question by stating that no permit for multiple dwelling can be had until thirty days after adoption, of the ordinance. Motion offering ordinance passed, Councilman Armstrong voting no, stating his reason for so voting being that all property owners zhould be treated equally. On motion of Councilman Britschgi, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, notice of public hearing to be published in daily paper was passed unanimously. Attorney Wayne Millington appeared representing Mr. F. Fontana, who was cited by letter to appear and show cause why permit for fertilizer plant Rhould not be revoked. Attorney Millington referred to Ordinance No, 4.7, Section 100 Page 9, quoting therefrom, "All licenses, granted with the express understanding that the Council may revoke the same at any time if satisfied that any conditions under the ordinance have been violated,il He stated he could, see no reason why Mr.. Fontana should be required to show cause as he had violated no conditions. Mr. Fontana was granted a permit on November -1st by the Council. Mr. Millington had in his possession the following papers proving Mr. Fontana had obligated himself, by purchasing property after the permit was granted: Deposit receipt with California Pacific Title Co., dated Nov. 2, 19.3. Escrow instructions. Letter from City Clerk R. S. Dodge, dated November 3, 19.3, advising Mr. Fontana the Council had granted permit. Letter from Peninsula Title Guarantee Company dated November 12, 19+3, covering policy of title insurance. Receipt of purchase, price °$1553• Letter dated November 169 1943, from City Clerk R. S. Dodge notifying . Mr. Fontana to show cause why permit should not be revoked., Mr. Millington stated that if the Council wished he would have Mr. Fontana sworn in and present the foregoing papers to, the Council. Mayor Granger asked for views from the Councilmen ,as to why there,whould be a hearing. - Councilman Armstrong asked Mr. Millington if Mr. Fontana intended tv conduct at this location a plant similar to the one located on the highway north of Redwood City, to which Mr. Millington replied that it would be identical. Councilman Armstrong then asked if it would be more unsightly or more obnoxious, referring to odors emanating from plant. Attorney Millington stated it would be less unsightly as the premises would be enclosed/&y seven foot fence in front and all fertilizer was to be kept in back part of lot. Mr. Fontana intends"to plant" shrubs and trees around the sides. Councilman Hilton questioned location of plant and was shown a map of proposed location. a