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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 12, 2010 fence the property. Haugdahl noted that their vehicles have tools and ladders, therefore, there is a concern for security. The Planner indicated that a fence is at Prewire's option. However, galvanized chain-link would not fit the City's Architectural Guidelines. Duray asked the purpose of the cold storage building. Dibb replied that a 40 by 60 cold storage building is proposed as a future improvement for storage of their larger equipment. The Planner stated that the Commission could build an approval of the cold storage building into its motion if that is something the Commission would support. The Planner noted that there are storm water issues that need to he addressed with this proposal and the City Engineer has not yet had an opportunity to review this matter. Duray asked if a ponding area might be required. The City Planner replied that the City Engineer will have to look at this proposal to make that determination. The Planner noted the need for revised plan submittals, including site plan, lighting, landscaping, building details, etc. More information is also needed on the cold storage building. These plans will better define Prewire's intent. Again, the City Engineer will have to review site drainage. Duray asked when the cold storage building would be constructed. Haugdahl estimated Jwie of next year indicating that they would like to occupy and get a feel for the existing building first. Everson suggested that the issue of the cold storage building does not have to be decided this evening. The Planner indicated that that is correct. The Commission could require an update of the PUD Permit at the time the cold storage building is proposed. The Planner also noted the issue with access to Rice Street and how that access will be managed. Dibb asked if the parking lot had to be curbed. The City Planner replied that curbing is a code requirement and has been consistently required even in PUD Districts. The same is true of landscaping requirements. Duray asked if there was any concern about traffic next to the apartment complex. Dibb suggested that at one time there was a lot of traffic going by this building, and felt the traffic from Prewire would be less of a problem. Dibb felt that Prewire could be good neighbors. Duray asked about the semi trailers currently being stored on the property. Haugdahl replied that if they purchase the property the semi trailers will be removed. Fischer asked about outdoor storage of materials. Haugdahl replied that all materials will be stored indoors. -14-