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To Mr. Delay's question if this rezoning would effect other rezoning, Mr. Saul stated that the property to the south between the dry cleaners . and this property could change and the other three properties could also change in character. C.B. 1906--Authorizing rezoning of property located west of Alder, south of 24th, from R-1 to C-1 SR and change of sign district from residential to outlying commercial district was read by number and title only, there being no Councilor present requesting that it be read in full. Mr. Delay moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the findings support- ing the rezoning as set forth in Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of April 3, 1979, be adopted by reference thereto; that the bill be read the second time by council bill number only, with unanimous consent of the council; and that enactment be considered at this time. Mr. Obie said he would vote against the motion with due respect to the Planning Commission. He was concerned that the neighborhood would change when there was not a demonstrated need for the storage expressed. He did not think storage needed to be in the neighborhood. Ms. Miller said she was more inclined toward the motion but she was concerned for the neighborhood. Commercial centers are needed close to where people live. Waiting for a comprehensive plan could be continuing with the status quo, she said. Ms. Smith said she would have to vote against the proposed change. She cited concern about the effect of the zone change on the existing residential character of Alder Street. - Mr. Delay stated he could not support the rezoning at this time. He felt that they had not been offered a reasonable solution to the problem. Motion was defeated, all Councilors present voting no except Hamel and Miller voting aye. Manager noted that this would be referred back to the Planning Commission and a joint meeting with the Council would be planned. C. Abatement--395 East 40th (Lovegren) (Memo and minutes distributed) Manager noted this was requested by the Housing Division of Housing and Community Conservation. This property has had requests for action since March 1978. It is now in a dangerous and weakened condition. Mr. Willard said staff feels this property has serious defects and their requests for compliance have been ignored. - 3o~ 5/29/79--6