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. . . . Ms. Miller agreed with Mr. Obie. She is interested in lot size reductions for both single-family dwellings and lots on which there could be split duplexes. She asked if it would be appropriate to -request a mandatory minimum density for new subdivisions. She doubted that existing neighbor- hoods. would be affected very much. Referring to the memo, she said she expected to see an outgrowth of analysis of different-sized lots. It is hard to visualize what lot sizes look like and perhaps the Planning Commission could provide more information on this. Mr. Lieuallen stated that basically this applies to new development areas. He recommended sending this question and the question of minimum densities to the Planning Commission as an appropriate method of dealing with this. matter. He noted that this would be a piece-by-piece method in existing neighborhoods for reducing lot size. Mr. Obie stated that there are existing 10,000-square-foot lots which could have two homes on them. He would like to see more solid information. Mr. Lieuallen stated that he lives in an R-2 area and it works if it is done right. Jim Farah, Planning Department, stated the the commission is aware of the priorities of the council, but they have been dealing with the code and the industrial section relating to zoning which is also a timely matter. He concurs with minimum density. He also stated that this is not a matter of reducing lot size, but height, bulk, and alley access are also involved. It is not as simple a matter as it might seem. . Consensus was to refer questior.s of residential lot size reductions, duplex lot sizes, and minimum densities to the Planning Commission to develop proposals to be considered by the Council. Meeting was adjourned to April 14, 1980. Respectfully submitted, ~)~ Charles T. Henry City Manager (Recorded by Lynda Nelson) LN:al/CM26a7 4/9/80--10