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COMMENT - 3/30 City Council Mtg: AGENDA ITEM 6 (Design Standards) - SUPPORT w/
AMENDMENT
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Dear Mayor Gordo, Vice Mayor Rivas and Council Members,
1. I write in SUPPORT of the Design Standards, with AMENDMENTS.
2. I support objective standards that will enhance the ability of developers to know up front the city's expectations. I do worry that the proposed standards may be too prescriptive and detailed for some developers, and hope that would not discourage the construction of more and denser housing in Pasadena.
The city's overall goal should be to facilitate - make it as easy as possible - to build as much housing as possible, as soon as possible. Objective standards should facilitate matters, but not if they are too burdensome.
I would suggest that the Council consider the possibility of scheduling a two year "check in" on developers' and architects' experience with these standards and whether they are facilitated or hindered new projects, including projects involving greater density.
3. I support the proposed changes recommended by Mr. Jan Tyler, Principal ofTyler + Kelly. In full disclosure, I have no connection to Mr. Tyler, his firm, or to the American Institute of Architects or its Pasadena-Foothill Chapter. I do, however, consider the suggestions - obviously made on the basis of experience - very reasonable, and would urge they be considered favorably.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully,
P.A. Brown
District 6
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