in his rendering, ecb proposed plaiting and horizontal glazing. we had our first meeting in july 2009 before beginning design. we did mapping studies to investigate how the placement of the addition could affect neighboring properties. with a 10-foot rear set back, because of existing buildings already covering 100% of the law, it is impossible to see the vertical additions from neighboring yards from behind. the only place you can see the addition is obliquely from russell street. finally, i would like to mention the care we have taken to incorporates sustainable strategies, including a large skylight, which will direct daylight into the units, thereby reducing electrical lighting load and overhang at the rear of the additions to reduce heat gain and radiant heating throughout the building, all within the framework of an adaptive use. thank you. thank you back -- commissioner oll open it up for public comment in support of the project sponsor. >> good afternoon, commissioners. on behalf of the san francisco housing action coalition. our endorseme