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difTerent owners. Carlson stated the units arc clustered in two groups of three and one group of four, willi <br />the end units each having their own private stairwell and tlic other uni^ having a shared stairwell. <br />Carlson indicated the project was designed based ott the theory of Feng Shiii, which deals with the natural <br />flow of the land. Carlson stated the site is L-shaped with a curved driveway, with tiic buildings being <br />designed to incorporate the five elements of Feng Shui. Carlson reviewed the proposed design of the <br />buildings, noting that the buildings would consist of stucco, metal, and glass. <br />Carlson stated the back of the site abutting the residential neighborhood would consist of four-foot berm <br />tiers, resulting in a gradual berm, with plantings being proposed for the berm. <br />Rahn asked for public comments. <br />Michael Ricks. 2108 Sugarwood Drive, indicated he did meet with the developers and tliat they have <br />taken into consideration the residential property abutting tiic back of this site. Ricks expressed concern <br />tliat if a lot of dirt is removed from this site, the residential area would be more exposed to Highway 12. <br />Ricks requested the natural height of tlie hilltop be maintained to keep the differentiation between tlie <br />residential neighborhood and the commercial development. <br />Rahn inquired what alterations would be made along the property line. <br />Dan l^son stated the highest point on the properly is 1024*. witli the first floor elevations of the two <br />northern units being 1019* and 1020*. I .arson stated there would be two stories on top of that, which <br />should obstruct the siglit lines to Higliway 12. <br />Mrs. Carlson indicated each floor from floor to ceiling is 10* T\ with the walkout level being below tlio <br />berm. Carlson stated tlie berm would come to approximately mid point on the first main level, with the <br />rest of the building being approximately 15 feet above tlie top level of the berm. Carlson stated the trees <br />would create a barrier between the residential neighboriiood and the buildings. <br />Kalin inquired whether the applicants have had time to address the Issues raised in Staffs report. <br />Mr. Carlson noted they only received the report today due to the holiday. Carlson indicated the lighting, <br />landscaping, and signage plans are almost complete and should be completed by the end of tlie week. <br />Carlson stated they would prefer this application not be tabled.