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MINUTES Page 5 City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting-September 5, 2006 Applicant David Langon noted that the area surrounding the subject property is zoned for high-density, and many of the speakers are living in areas of much higher density than that of the project he is proposing. Mr. Langon noted the compromises already made to the project in response to concerns by Garden Terrace owners. He expressed concern that the residents will keep bringing up new issues in an attempt to block the project. Councilmember Santos requested clarification on the current zoning of the property. Mr. Penaranda indicated that the current RM1800 zoning would allow up to eight units to be constructed on the property. Mayor Young asked if the project is being presented to the Council due to the lower density. Mr. Penaranda confirmed that the project is being reviewed by the Council both due to the lower density and due to the center lots being smaller than the 2,500 square foot minimum. Vice Mayor Grant asked if Mr. Jones' properties would undergo a review process if he decided to develop them. Mr. Penaranda confirmed that Planning Commission approval would be required for assemblage of the parcels. Councilmember Grant expressed appreciation for the developer's efforts to engage the public after some initial miscues. She expressed concerns regarding weekend construction hours, rodent control, and the need for a HOA and CC&Rs to memorialize the agreed-upon items. Councilmember Nardine cited General Plan policy 2.04-Preservation of Low-Density Character. Mr. Horn noted that the policy pertains primarily to single-family neighborhoods, but the policy also addresses locating multi-family developments in areas near BART stations and major transit corridors. Councilmember Nardine commented that while there are several single-family dwellings on the block, the policy seems to weigh in favor of the multi-family development ofthe area, and she expressed concern that the single-family dwellings would not be preserved. Mr. Horn noted that the area has long been zoned for multi-family housing and could be developed with a mixture of single-family and compatible multi-family housing. Councilmember Nardine expressed concern about the loss of sunlight for units in high density areas. She asked if there would be any affordable units in this project and stated that a HOA should be required for this development. Councilmember Starosciak asked about affordable housing and inclusionary zoning for this project. Mr. Horn stated that this project is subject to the City's Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance; however, because the project comprises only 6 units, an inclusionary unit is not required to be developed. Instead, the developer must pay an inclusionary housing in-lieu fee which would go into a fund to be used to assist in the production of affordable housing. Councilmember Starosciak inquired about the height of the wall separating the project from the Garden Terrace. Mr. Penaranda estimated the wall height would be six to seven feet, and trellises would be erected at the rear of the proposed units which would extend above the height of the wall. Councilmember Starosciak asked who would be responsible for maintaining the arbor in front of the project. Mr. Penaranda indicated that maintenance ofthe arbor would be included in the