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City Council Meeting Minutes April2l, 2015 Page 8 of21 Michael Menaker, 1827 W. Choke Cherry Drive, Louisville, CO stated whether it is a 2 -story or 1 -story home, 26 feet is still 26 feet. He urged Council to approve this proposal without condition. He voiced his support for the proposal. Mayor Council called for public comment and hearing none closed the public hearing. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council member Loo stated for the record, with respect to the original vote on the PUD, the minority of the Planning Commission and the City Council felt the open space was valuable and the development east of McCaslin was reasonable. Council member Stolzmann.agreed with many of Council's comments, but noted things changed in the future and supported adding a description of what Council hopes to accomplish. Mayor Pro Tem Dalton stated it is still 26' across the lot whether it is a 1 -story or 2 -story home. Council member Leh agreed and stated he did not see much difference between 1 -story or a 2 -story home. He supported a 7% lot coverage limitation. Council member Loo asked if there is any way to preserve the view shed that is left in exchange for what the applicant is proposing. Planning and Building Safety Director Russ explained there is an open space corridor off of the highest volume road (the intersection of McCaslin and South Boulder Road). He did not see a change by allowing a second story. If the house is moved to the north, the view of the Flatirons is preserved, but if it is moved to the south, Indian Peaks is preserved. He stated the current height allowance is dictating what can be done. Mr. Weiss noted any other structure such as secondary house, sheds or bams must go before the HOA design review committee. He suggested leaving it at 10% lot coverage and let the design review committee decide what they will allow. Council member Loo felt the views should be preserved for all the citizens of Louisville. She questioned whether the HOA is preserving the views for the HOA -or for the citizens. Mr. Seieroe explained the HOA design review committee has a specific process and they have the right to review, accept or reject any proposal. They stipulated the south side of the house at a particular location to preserve the views. Council member Stolzmann proposed the PUD be amended to reflect a 2 -story with a 5,000 SF footprint. Mayor Pro Tem Dalton voiced his opposition. City Attorney Light explained part of the application is to amend the Annexation Agreement from 1 -story home with a height restriction of 26' to a 2 -story home with a 26' height restriction. He recommended amending the Annexation Agreement prior to amending the language in the PUD and continuing both matters.