Review appeal for mixed-use building with 5 homes and commercial space
In Plain English
A developer wants to build a 9,000 square foot building at 10879 San Pablo Avenue. The project includes 5 residential units, commercial space, and underground parking for 8 cars. Someone appealed the city's initial decision, so the council must review the project again.
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Votes
Close the public hearing
8 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously voted to close the public hearing on a disputed mixed-use development at 10879 San Pablo Avenue. This procedural step allows the council to move forward with deliberating and making a final decision on the 9,000 square foot project, which would include 5 homes, commercial space, and underground parking. The developer's proposal had previously been appealed, requiring the council to review the project again. Closing the public hearing means no more public comments will be taken on this matter.
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Uphold the Design Review Board's approval by denying the appeal and reaffirming the Board's findings and statements identified in the August 22, 2007, staff report and grant the Design Review Permit with amendments and conditions
6 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved a mixed-use building project at 10879 San Pablo Avenue with broad support, denying an appeal that challenged the city's initial approval. The 9,000 square foot development will include 5 residential units, commercial space, and underground parking for 8 cars. Mayor McLaughlin cast the sole opposing vote, while Councilmember Rogers abstained from the decision. The project can now move forward with the conditions and amendments set by the Design Review Board.
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