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. . Minutes - Plan Commission Page 5 January 28, 1987 he felt that although progress and growth are dictated by change, there were, in his mind, overriding reasons for recommending denial of this proposal. He therefore opposed a change in the zoning of these properties. He felt that there were only certain areas for this size of development and that it should take place closer to the major thoroughfares as would the two previous "PD" proposals. Mr. Rice stated that he thought the large buildings were inappropriate for the Warder/Donne neighborhood and that the "PD" designation was more appropriate for busier streets where size would not likely overshadow single-family homes. Chairman Hamilton stated that he had some of the same concerns as the audience and members of the Plan Commission but thought that the proposal was potentially successful. He stated that it could improve conditions in the neighborhood and be compatible with Clayton development. After further discussion, Ms. Schuman moved that the Plan Commission recommend denial of the application to rezone the ten properties* along North and South Road, Donne Avenue and Warder Avenue from "SR" to "PD". Mr. McCauley seconded the motion. Mr. Rice stated that he would abstain from the vote since he had not been present during the entire discussion. Chairman Hamilton asked if there was any further discussion of the motion. Ms. Cook asked if there was a solid proposal in Clayton at its north city limits for condominium development. Mr. Sommers stated that to the best of his knowledge, Clayton had rezoned the area at the north city limits for a specific condominium project. Chairman Hamilton called for a vote on the motion which passed by a vote of 4-1 with 1 abstention. REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE 7417 DELMAR BOULEVARD FOR CONDOMINIUMS Mr. Ernest Shapiro detailed for Commission members his plans to convert a duplex he owned at 7417 Delmar Boulevard into two condominium units. He stated that the three story building would have one condominium unit on the first floor (1,850 square feet); the second and third floor would combine for a 2,650 square foot unit. He stated that the basement and the garage would be common elements. He opined that the selling prices for the units would be $125,000 for the first floor unit and $175,000 for the second floor unit. Mr. Goldman stated that the subdivision plat presented by Mr. Shapiro to the Plan Commission was adequate for a preliminary plat but that for final approval a site plan of the property should be included on the same plat sheet and a more detailed depiction of the common entry would be necessary. Also, the stairs to the second floor would need to be included as part of the second floor unit; a north arrow would need to be applied to the plat before its final approval. *Mr. Sommers application requested rezoning the following properties from "SR" to "PD": 515 North and South Road, 509 North and South Road, 501 North and South Road, 512 Warder Avenue, 506 Warder Avenue, 500 Warder Avenue, 507 Donne Avenue, 501 Donne Avenue, 502 Donne Avenue, 500 Donne Avenue.