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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION TUNE 12, 1997 Benedict pointed out that this is the reason he asked David Schak of Tuffy Auto Service Centers to provide the Commission with a little history on the business. Benedict also pointed out that they are proposing a brick facade on the front and sides of the building, with the back of the building being painted block. The Commission discussed turning the building so that the doors face to the south. Benedict indicated that he will discuss the possibility with Tuffy's. Benedict also indicated that he has tried to line up the setback of the building even with Hardee's. Benedict pointed out that the building being proposed is 17'4 ", and the Planner has indicated that the building should have a 14' maximum height. Benedict stated that the 174" was needed because of the lifts inside the building. Keis stated that he had no problem with the use proposed, but suggested that any rezoning be restricted to the Tuffy site at this point. Keis pointed out that issues such as building orientation, height, exterior facade, awnings, landscaping still need to be addressed. Schletty indicated that he had no problem with the use, and felt a diversity of business was needed in the area. Schletty pointed out that he is unable to look at a Tuffy building since there are none in the Twin Cities, therefore, must rely on the information provided by the developer. Schletty stated that he was comfortable with the Abra proposal and was able to look at other Abras to determine how these properties were maintained. Knudsen pointed out that if Tuffy's is not maintained, the issue becomes one of enforcement. Benedict reported that the Tuffy locations are as highly regarded as Abra. Benedict indicated that all he could do was present a detailed plan and the background of the company. Benedict stated that he could provide references from other cities and their planning staffs if that was required. Carson suggested that parking of finished cars should be required at the rear of the property. It appears that the parking area is proposed for the front. along Rice Street. Montour asked what would be Tuffy's closest competitor. Stopplested replied that Midas would be the closest to the Tuffy operation. Montour asked if the businesses were franchised. Benedict replied that some are and some remain corporate. However, Tuffy's corporate office remains Page 50