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Page 2 Minutes for the Meeting of March 12, 2008 Changes in the consistency changes include the changes of dwelling types and page seven references to the definitions. Article 50, Height: The question will be divided into three motions. The first is dropping the height from 40’ to 35’. The second clarifies that height shall be determined from the lower of the average natural grade or finished grade. It is more than just removing extra words, as originally framed. The third section removes the option of using the average natural grade of the corners of the lot. Article 51, Planning Board Associate Member: Mr. Zurlo asked how would the associate participate. Mr. Hornig said only on special permits, but he/she will be asked to be involved in the process along the way as an observer. It is important to let the relationship grow. There are no preconceived ideas. Mr. Hornig stated that if the amendment passes, he would immediately publicize the position at Town Meeting. He figured that it would take approximately one month to collect resumes. Mr. Zurlo asked about early participation. Mr. Hornig said they would be involved in the process from the beginning rather than after the preliminary. Mr. Zurlo asked would they be at the Board table; would they be fully engaged in the process. Mr. Hornig felt that it might lead to confusion. The associate member would sit with the Board only if there was a recusal. Article 52, Countryside: Ms. Manz will do the presentation at Town Meeting. On a motion duly made and seconded, it was voted, 3-0, to support the Article 49 at Town Meeting. On a motion duly made and seconded, it was voted, 3-0, to support the Article 50 at Town Meeting. Articles 53-60, Commercial Articles: Articles 57 and 60 will be indefinitely postponed. The other articles have been modified and the board will discuss them next week. Article 53: Mr. Hornig felt the in order to increase the FAR in high the CM district from .15 to .35, the special permit granting authority (SPGA) should make an additional findings under the special permit with site plan review regarding adequate and safe access for pedestrians, bicycles and public transit users. Ms. Manz said she had no problem with the additional finding, but she is not sure about the .35 FAR. Mr. Zurlo asked about who would be the special permit granting authority. Mr. Hornig said the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Zurlo said he is becoming supportive of the increased FAR. In context, he is not in favor of giving a recommendation for mixed uses because there are many unresolved issues