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JAN 16 1985 Boos 5 -a.�C.5 Vice Chairman Scurlock believed we need a specific approach to low cost housing, and suggested we just make it 550' and be consistent with the underlying zoning. Commissioner Wodtke stated that he would like somewhere where efficiencies are allowed, because he felt there is a definite need, such as at St. Francis Manor, for instance. He suggested we make efficiencies 450' or 500' and then revisit this when we get into the matter of low cost housing. Attorney O'Haire noted that 400 sq. ft. is the size of a hotel room, 20 x 20, and he felt this could snowball in relation to traffic problems, etc., It was again pointed out that this is not changing density. Discussion continued in regard to low cost housing, and it was felt that actually density is more of a factor in low cost housing then square footage. Attorney O'Haire noted the Civic Association is not opposed to low cost housing, but does not feel it should be addressed in the PRD. Commissioner Wodtke asked if the Board has any disagreement about allowing an efficiency in a PRD, and they did not, but felt it should be left at a minimum of 550' Commissioner Wodtke believed in RM -14 we went to 5001, and Vice Chairman Scurlock agreed. It was agreed to set the minimum square footage for an efficiency at 500'. Vice Chairman Scurlock inquired if there were any other recommended changes, and Commissioner Wodtke noted that on Page 3 it states that all PRDs should be located within the boundaries of the Urban Service Areas established in the Comprehensive Plan. He wished to know if we have that mapped out. Director Keating confirmed that we do, but pointed out that it says "should." This is not a requirement. The Vice Chairman asked if anyone else wished to be heard. Nancy Offutt, liaison for the Board of Realtors, noted that they participated in the workshop process and they offer no 56