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Patricia Mahoney stated that her and her husband reside across the street that was renovated and made a very firm decision to keep it to one story, incorporating a design that they felt kept within the character of the neighborhood. She urged -- the Council to reconsider the approval of the permit and encourage a proposal that would be more compatible with the surrounding homes. Ceci Ellis stated she is a realtor and has lived and sold properties in the neighborhood for many years. She stated her concern is that the house does not conform to the neighborhood because it strongly resembles a multi-family home in her opinion. She further stated that if the house is built in the proposed form it will hurt property values for the rest of the neighborhood. Natalie Roselli stated that this is a non-conformity issue because the addition will be two stories far back into the lot and the privacy in her backyard will be destroyed and significantly impacted in many others' backyards. She stated she strongly supports the right of property owners to change their home, but that it is also important to consider the rights of the neighborhood to have privacy. Michael Viviani, the applicant, stated that the report explains that the project is in compliance with all applicable City zoning ordinances. He further stated that he and his wife are not asking for any variance, just to increase the living space on their property for their growing family. He stated that throughout the process he communicated his plans to the neighbors and then participated in mediation through PCRC, although unsuccessfully. Council Members asked various questions of the applicant. M/S Hartnett/Ruskin to close the public hearing. The motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. M/S Hartnett/Howard to uphold the decision of the Zoning Administrator to approve the Architectural Permit; denying the appeal. The motion passed by a unanimous roll call vote. MINUTE ORDER 02-311 11, BOARDS, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE REPORTS - None 12, MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST 12, A, Legislation (information only) This sub-section involves possible discussion of City Position on Proposed Legislation Described in the League of California Cities Priority Focus Bulletin No. 37-2002. Council may direct staff to act on positions taken by Council. (Copies of League of California Cities Priority Focus available in City Clerk's Department). __ REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 28, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 7 MINUTES Book No. 59 Page No. 297