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8.A. - Page 39 of 85 - Morris Architecture currently has 4 active projects for which these floor area restrictions would directly impact, if they are passed. And so, our hope is that the implementation of any restrictions will be delayed until sufficient notification measures are taken. Architectural design takes months of preparation before formal submittals can be made, and impacts of this inagnitude would devastate our clients' plans, and the investments they have made thus far in design, engineering, and other consultants. Last year, San Carlos made large-scale changes to their zoning code, and they were able to successfully notify all of the applicants 1 architects who had previously submitted projects to the city, repeatedly sending updates on the process and hearings throughout the year. It seems that a similar step could have been taken by the RWC community development department, as the design community are some of those impacted most directly with these zoning regulations, Having worked with over 25 local jurisdictions on the peninsula, I'm familiar with multiple different methods for encouraging a sense of community and neighborhood character through design. I think I understand the intent behind this measure (avoiding massive new homes out of context with their surroundings), and I'm in favor of establishing guidelines that promote sound contextual design. However in this case, I feel that the solution is excessive and damaging to the city. I hope that other in-between solution will be explored, which allow for the growing needs of today's residents, while still promoting the neighborhood character that it's residents love. Whatever the outcome, 1 hope the Council will ensure sufficient notification efforts be made, including a reasonable adjustment period for work in progress. Sincerely, Ryan Morris Principal Morris Architecture ryanomorris-arch.com "See FAR comparison next page wvm%morris-arch.com Millbrae, CA 94030 315