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Chairperson Nichols-Matkaiti read Condition #5 in full stating the playground currently has to be in the rear yard of the seminary. Commissioner Frischman wanted to see the language for Condition #5 be drafted in such a manner that some level of flexibility on the playground location would remain in place. Planning Director Gundlach reviewed the options available to the Commission for the language within this condition. She advised the Commission against a motion that requires further discussion. A resident expressed concern with placing the playground close to Stinson Boulevard and feared this would be a safety concern. Further discussion ensued regarding potential locations for the playground on the seminary campus. Commissioner Jones thanked the public for providing their comments this evening and believed the playground should be allowed to locate on one of the three proposed locations. Planning Director Gundlach stated another way to assist in regulating the noise during recess would be to reduce the number of students that could be allowed to use the space at any one time. Chairperson Nichols-Matkaiti supported the playground being located within one of the three proposed locations. Commissioner Fynewever agreed and asked if tree plantings could be required. Planning Director Gundlach stated this language could be added to the condition for approval but noted the trees would have to be closely planted and very tall before any noise reduction would be seen. Commissioner Fynewever stated she was not willing to make this requirement of the applicant. Commissioner Frischman stated if the number of children allowed on the playground were limited this could increase the recess time period. Chairperson Nichols-Matkaiti agreed and feared the plantings could become a safety issue. Planning Director Gundlach commented this concern was raised by staff when the request was first reviewed. She read proposed language for Condition #5 that would allow all three sites to be pursued and should read as follows: The playground may be moved to any of the front yard locations proposed by the residents and depicted on Exhibit A. If the property owner or tenant chooses one of those locations, the location depicted on the site plan shall also be allowed. A resident questioned who would be paying for all of the changes needed on the campus. Mr. Beck reported these expenses would be covered by the tenant. Chairperson Nichol s-Matkaiti questioned if Condition #1 would need to be revised. Planning Director Gundlach suggested this condition be revised to read the applicant would be subject to the site plan as presented or as amended by the 12 conditions. Commissioner Fynewever requested the Commission address Condition #7. She asked if the bus traffic could use the same entrance and exit point. Mr. Beck stated this would not be possible because the entrance was a one-way route.