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4 Staff comment: As noted above, planning staff would recommend the addition of a row of plantings along the east building to supplement the residential screening in place, as well as the replacement of a row of parking along the west with landscaping to eliminate direct backing of vehicles into the common drive for the area. Outdoor Display. The applicants have proposed a display area in the southwest corner of the site to locate items that they sell, service and rent. The display area is approximately 2,500 square feet in area. The plan shows a series of concrete pads on which the displayed items would sit, within the planted landscaped area. Staff comment: Outdoor display is an allowed use in commercial areas, although it is more commonly located along the front line of the building. However, the proposed display area does not interfere with circulation or visibility, and is designed to complement the landscaping of the location. Building and Architectural Elements. The applicants are remodeling the exterior of the building by removing the existing entry parapet, adding a new entry, adding extensive areas of glass along the front building wall, and adding materials including brick, stone, EIFS (a stucco-like finish), and decorative metal banding. The side and rear walls of the masonry building would be painted two colors to complement the new exterior. These materials are consistent with the requirements of the Architectural Guidelines. Signage. The applicant propose a primary building sign for the building on each of the two raised entry parapets, and a product banding wall sign underneath the main identification sign. The applicants also show a monument sign within the landscaped area at the southwest corner of the site near the common entrance driveway. The signage appears to be consistent with the requirements of the code, although detailed measurements are needed to ensure compliance with the sign ordinance limitations. Both wall sign and monument sign details and dimensions will need to be submitted to staff for verification prior to permitting. Land Use. For any proposed rezoning, the zoning ordinance requires the following considerations: 1. The applicant shall demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence that the proposed action has been considered in relation to the specific policies and provisions of and has been found to be consistent with the official City Comprehensive Land Use Plan. 2. The applicant shall demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence that the proposed site is or will be compatible with present and future land uses of the area. 3. The applicant shall demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence that the proposed use conforms with all performance standards contained herein. 4. The applicant shall demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence that the proposed use will not tend to or actually depreciate the aggregate property values in the area in which the amendment or conditional use is proposed. 5. The applicant shall demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence that the proposed use can be accommodated with existing public services and will not overburden the City's service capacity. 6. The applicant shall demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence that the development of the conditional use shall reflect the architectural character of the conforming buildings in the surrounding area in regard to the following: