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accessing the Arroyo, and changing the building colors. He noted, however, that residents would rather not have any three-or four-story buildings on this site and that, in fact, they prefer not to have any apartment complex there at all. Mr. Natsch stated that upon review of the third pre-submittal plan document represented tonight, the members of the Parkside community want to express the following concerns: • They are encouraged that there will be mature trees along the back wall, based on the five-year plan, as they are concerned it may take too long for small plantings to grow and mature. • They would like reassurance that the existing eucalyptus trees will be preserved, and they heard that this evening that they will be, which is good news as well. • They would prefer an eight-foot soundwall versus a six-foot soundwall. The 24/7 noise that will be generated by a 177-unit apartment complex with a swimming pool, playground, cars coming and going, and trash hauling will certainly change and negatively affect the quality of life of nearby residents. • They also would like the City to control the demolition and construction hours and would like to know who to call when there is a work crew making noise outside the designated hours. • They have asked for the no-dog permit for residents. Many of the residents love dogs and own one themselves, but a 177-unit density is just too high for that many potential animals. • They want no north side access to the Arroyo. There is already public access to the south side of Arroyo and they do not want public access on the north side as well. They are concerned that part of the Arroyo will become a dog-run and a literal eyesore. The apartment density is just too great for that many people to have easy access to the site. Mr. Natsch stated that the rendering on page A6.7 of Exhibit B showing a south view of Buildings C and D is misleading. He noted that according to the plans, Buildings C and D will be 36 feet, 10 inches high from grade to ridgeline, and Buildings A and B which will be to the north, will rise to 51 feet, 11 inches. He pointed out that based on this view, there is a 15-foot difference that is not represented by blue sky that will block m ost of that view from their side of the Arroyo. He explained that on these particular views, Buildings C and D are shown from the rear, and Buildings A and B are seen 15 feet over the roofline of Buildings C and D, but the drawing does not show how much of the sky will be blocked by Buildings A and B. He added that they currently have a slight view of Mt. Diablo, and that will be totally erased by the Summerhill project. George Bowen, an original Parkside resident, stated that they bought their house in 1985 and have lived through the many changes that have impacted the Parkside community. He indicated that he would like to start with some important general comments that are less specifically related to Summerhill. He stated that he believes there is a sense among the Parkside residents who were surprised that they are standing here with a development that is zoned and is moving forward. He stated that there was a notice that was sent out, and along with that notice were assurances that EXCERPT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, January 22, 2014 Page 5 of 16