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Council discussed issues related to neighborhood, ood, tl e implications of this proposal and the fact that this is an area where the architectural character is changing. Staff responded to questions about the other elements of the proposal. Council discussed the transition that some neighborhoods are going through, and how the issue of neighborhood cor p ti ility might be challenging. The applicant responded to council questions about the placement of the solar panels. The reflective nature of the roof was discussed. staff expressed its concerns w ith the reflect vIty. Mr. Sakai answered questions regarding the paint finish. The architect Mr. Sakai proposed a condition to address the reflectivity. Mayor Foust stated that it is important to be adaptive and receptive to change. She believes that this house adds some value to the neighborhood and she supports this action. The matter was also referred back to the Architectural Revi ew Committed for a discussion. Staff explained that it will be supportive and act on Council's direction and it work with the appellant app icant to move the project fo rwa rd . I S Hartnett/Bain to uphold the appeal, subject to the condition that the Zoning Administrator review and approve the color of the roof, the finish and that it be non- reflective. Certain council members expressed interest in having a policy on this issue. Council discussed looking at other cities and comparing what is being done there. It was suggested that the Architectural Review Committee be used to look at projects on a case-by-case basis and provide a recommendation. council appreciated being given the choice to make this decision rather than staff. It was mentioned that the house has already been approved and so this is only one part of the whole. council stated that it would like to be ahead of the curve and having the opportunity to make this deliberation tonight. city Attorney Yamamoto clarified that because the texture and color are included in the motion the "non-reflective t5 could be omitted. M S HartnetVlBain to uphold the appeal subject to the condition that the Zoning Administrator review and approve the color of the roof and its finish,, (603) Mo - -023 Motion carries unanimously by a roll call Grote. Dr. Fee thanked the council for its decision. B. Solid Waste collections late Increase Mayor Foust welcomed additional protests on this issuer JOINT CITY COUNCILIREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING FEBRUARY 11, 200 MINUTES PAGE MINUTE BOOK No. 62 Page No. 2