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Loading. As shown on the submitted building elevation (Exhibit D), the proposed warehouse addition is to include nine loading berths. According to the Ordinance, all required loading berths shall be not less than 70 feet in length, 10 feet in width and 14 feet in height. All proposed loading berths have been found to meet minimum dimensional requirements of the Ordinance. The site plan has demonstrated ample maneuvering space for semi - trailer truck movement. Screening. According to the Zoning Ordinance, all loading areas must be screened from adjacent residential uses. In accordance with such screening requirements, a combination of pine trees and earth berming has been proposed along the subject property's eastern border. While such screening appears acceptable, specific tree sizes should be specified to insure adequate visual screening. Building Materials. According to the Ordinance, no pole type of engineered steel buildings are to be allowed in I -P Zoning Districts. In compliance with such requirements, the proposed warehouse addition is to be finished with pre -cast concrete panels. Building Height. The proposed warehouse addition is to measure 39 feet in height. As such, the maximum I -P District height requirement of 40 feet has been satisfactorily met. Grading and Drainage. To accommodate the proposed warehouse addition, an alteration to existing site drainage patterns will be necessary. As a condition of CUP amendment approval, all on -site grading and drainage plans must be approved by the City Engineer. Lighting. It has not been indicated whether any additional exterior lighting is to be erected as part of the warehouse construction. According to the Zoning Ordinance, any lighting used to illuminate an off -street parking area, sign or other structure must be arranged so as to deflect light away from adjoining residential zones and public streets. RECOMMENDATION Based on the previous review, our office recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit amendment subject to the following conditions: 1. All State handicap parking requirements are satisfactorily met. 2. The size of the proposed pine tree plantings is specified and approved so as to ensure adequate visual screening of site loading activities. 3. All grading and drainage plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 3 Page 6