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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 10, 2001 lack Bougie, Condit Street, asked about access to Condit Street. Biagini pointed out that the existing landscape bean will be extended along Condit. While there may be access between parking lots to the C.I. Title building, there will not be driveway access to Condit. Biagini also pointed out that if the parking along the western edge of the site is eliminated, the landscape berm can be widened from 10 feet to 30 feet. Bougie asked if there will be wood chips on the berm. Biagini reported that a weed retardant fabric will be installed on the berm, both the existing portion and the new portion, and wood chips then installed. Biagini pointed out that the existing berm is too steep to mow, therefore, wood chips were installed. Biagini pointed out that the bean was installed to provide screening from headlights in the parking lot for the residential homes on the west side of Condit. Biagini discussed the type of tenants he will be trying to attract for the building and indicated that he will work to increase the office use to over 50% of the building. If the building is leased at 100% office, it will mirror the building to the south. The proposed building is single-story given the size of the land and parking and green area requirements. Duray pointed out the City Engineer's comments regarding elevations and grading plan as well as driveway width. Biagini indicated that he will comply with the requirements of the City Engineer, and indicated that 30- footdriveways will be necessary to accommodate truck traffic. Biagini also reported that he will comply with handicapped parking requirements. Roycraft recommended approval of the PUD Amendment as requested by Mr. Biagini for property at 2935 Country Drive subject to compliance with the recommendations of the City Planner and the City Engineer, subject to the City Engineer's approval of fill and grading plans, and indicating that 30 foot driveway widths appear to be reasonable. Motion seconded by Carson Motion carried 6 - 0. VARIANCE - Tsgeroman Abraham, 2535 Stark Street, appeared befa~e the Commission 2535 STARK requesting approval of a Variance from the 10-foot setback requirement STREET- for side yard setback so that she can construct a garage 5 feet from her ABRAHAM side yard properly line. Abraham pointed out that due to the placement of the house on the lot there is no way that a ] 0-foot side yard setback could be met. Abraham indicated that she currently has no garage and would tike to construct a 2-car garage on her property. The proposed width of ~~