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• Commissioner Ginn noted that a public workshop was held last week, and Chairman Stanbridge noted that this has been in the works for 2 years. Director Keating agreed that there is a lot of subjectivity and he would prefer more specifics but was uncertain how to accomplish that goal. Mr. Poole commented that the public workshop last week was attended by representatives of most of the environmental groups but that no developers were present other than Peter Robinson. Chip Landers, President of the 750 member Realtors Association. 1295 45`h Court SW, also recognized the importance of landscaping and defining standards but noted they have several questions and concerns. The ordinance as proposed is full of very subjective terms such as economic value, aesthetic value, environmental benefit, and relative tolerance. The practical application of those terms could be extremely confusing. He believed that the realtors and builders are not happy with this ordinance and noted that the environmental groups also do not seem happy with it. He also commented that the ordinance will exclude governmental entities and will raise the cost ofhomes in the County. This will affect private property rights and is an extreme reaction to a situation that occurred on Jungle Trail. Debb Robinson, Vice President of Laurel Homes, 315 Greytwig Road, referred to herself as a "wacko" tree hugger but noted that most Indian River County soils are pretty bad with very high water tables. We also live in a stormwater "bathtub" and most lots need to be filled at least 18 inches. You cannot put that much soil around oaks and have them live. She felt that more attention should be paid to the horizontal lines of the County, as well as the vertical lines. She commented that clearing a lot during development would cost a homeowner approximately $500 while it could cost as much as $6,000 to clear once other MARCH 12, 2002 1 M 1 C