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Page 3 b. Parking. We have reviewed the applicant's parking calculations and found them to be consistent with Ordinance requirements. The applicant has requested that only the spaces shown in solid lines be striped at first. Although the remaining area would be paved, it would not be striped until a need for it was demonstrated. In view of the type of use and the estimated number of employees, this is considered a reasonable request. Also related to parking, the number, size and spacing of driveway openings conforms to Ordinance require- ments. c. Loading Areas. The Zoning Ordinance requires one loading berth per 1000 square feet of floor area. This would amount to 17 loading berths based on the square footage of the building. The applicant has indicated that based on their experience, 11 spaces proposed is sufficient for their use. It is reasonable to assume that the applicant would not plan for loading berths than what they will require, especially considering the nature of the business. Since there are sufficient areas in which loading berths could be added at the south end of the building, a variance is considered acceptable. A final note pertaining to loading areas is that the Ordinance requires a conditional use permit for loading berths located at the front or side abutting a street. This was intended for outdoor loading areas. Since the proposed loading berths are all located within the structure, it is felt that this requirement is unnecessary. 4. Existing Billboard. An advertising billboard is currently located in the northern portion of the property is question. Ths applicant has indicated that the sign is there under a short term lease agreement,' and he assumed it would have to come down. Since billboards are non- conforming uses, removal of the sign should be a condition of approval. RECOMMENDATION In view of the preceding analysis, it is recommended that the City approve the expansion request as proposed. The setback' variance should be contingent upon provision of landscaping along the east side of the building. •Additional landscaping on the property may also be desirable. The applicant has already agreed in writing to stripe additional parking spaces as .necessary. .