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noted that if space can be created through the elimination of at least one or two units, a better design might allow saving the more marginal trees slated for removal. Chair Narum agreed and supported the priority to save the healthier heritage trees, given a re-design. Commissioner Blank noted that developers are asked to replace a tree being removed with another, or contribute toward the cost of it in another location. Commissioner Pearce stated that staff does not believe there is adequate room to do that on this lot, but this may be possible with the reduction of a unit or two. Commissioner O'Connor stated that it the Commission wants the development to move forward, the DTSP envisiors sometimes removing a tree that is in good shape as long as there is a good trade-off He added that this does not mean removing every tree but noted there are exceptions that can be made. 9. Does the Commission wish to make any suggestions regarding the house type, sizes, height, setbacks s_Fes or design? Commissioner Pentin noted that FARs and density have been discussed, and given the house's removal, he supposed the previously approved design. He added, however, that if the house were saved, then the architecture was not right. Commissioner O'Connor voiced support as well, but indicated that he would also support a plan for attached homes. Chair Narum stated that her only comment is that there are two homes with rear yard setbacks of seven feet along the railroad tracks. She indicated that she would like these increased to ten feet to be consistent with those on the east side. The Commissioners agreed. 10. If the location of the open space parcel remains as is currently proposed, should the location and species of the new trees and tall-growing shrubs planted in the open space parcel be selected to prevent shading impacts on the neighbor's PV panels? Commissioner Blank noted that this would be difficult to discuss without the new design. 11. Should the applicant Luther modify the project to reduce shading impacts on the neighbor's PV panels? Commissioner Pentin stated that he would hope the neighbor's shading issues are addressed by the developer when the plan is returned; however, he noted that in order for open space to be useable in the summertime, some trees are needed. EXCERPT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, February 9, 2011 Page 15 of 18