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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 14, 2011 Henry asked if the garage could be moved closer than 10 feet from the property line. Henry was informed that the garage would have to meet the side yard setback requirements. Duray asked the types of vehicles involved with this business. Henry reported that most of his employees are relatives and bring their work vehicles home. He has two vans that would remain at the site, but would be parked inside the garage. Henry reported that one of the reasons for relocating his business is the vandalism that he has experienced. Therefore, it is important to have the garage to keep his equipment and materials stored inside. Murphy asked about the storage of chemicals. Henry reported that be would have chemicals on site, but indicated that the amount would be small and that he takes chemical deliveries almost daily. The chemicals that are used in the business are not much different than ordinary household bleach. Murphy expressed concern about security. Henry reported that the property will be secured. I -Ie noted that most of the vandalism that his business currently experiences is, just malicious vandalism, like graffiti, although there has been some theft. Murphy felt given the location of the property, the garage should be constructed to compliment the house. Henry indicated that he envisions the garage as having the appearance of a carriage house. Duray asked if Henry was agreeable to the recommendations of the City Planner, Henry stated that he would have to look at the cost of adding a dormer to the garage. Duray asked if the upstairs unit in the coffee house would be used. Henry reported that as of this time lie has no plans to rent the upstairs unit. ]Henry noted that on -site parking will be adequate to meet his needs, and pointed out that there will be Tess of an impact to the area as he would not require any on- street parking. Duray asked about signage. Henry indicated that he had wanted a pylon sign for the property, but upon discussions with City staff is agreeable to a sign similar to what the coffee house had. Materials to be used would also be similar with no bricking. Henry pointed out that there is no brick on the house; therefore, he was not proposing any for the sign. Murphy felt some type of architectural enhancement to the sign would be preferable, such as a cornice top to match the house. Henry pointed out that the sign can only be 6' feet in height, and a cornice top would push the actual business sign lower. Murphy again stated that she would like to see some architectural elements to the sign that would tie it to the appearance of the 11