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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 14, 2014 The Planner indicated that the primary concern relates to land use compatibility issues given the site is bounded by senior housing approximately 30 feet from the property line of this site which result in outdoor land use impacts. There is also residential property to the south and northeast. The Planner indicated that the applicant is suggesting that because the Voodoo Live use will be primarily night time use, the bulk of the parking can be accomplished on site. The applicant has indicated that there will be contracts in place for off-site parking. The Planner indicated that given the night time activities with this use, there is the potential for a lot of outdoor activities that result in lights and noise. The Planner indicated that his concern is that the use is not compatible with the adjacent residential uses. The Planner indicated that it would be difficult to screen and buffer the north end of this property from the adjacent senior housing. 'l'he Planner noted that in his report he has provided findings for denial of the PUD Permit if the Commission's position is that this land use is not compatible with the area. If the Commission would like to give the PLD Permit request further consideration, the Planner noted that he has listed additional information that, at a minimum, would he necessary before City staff would feel comfortable in making a recommendation. Fischer asked that the applicant walk through a typical week at Voodoo Live, including hours of operation for both dining and events. Mike Miranowski reported that he would be the General Manager of Voodoo Live if the applications are approved. Miranowski indicated that on a typical day the business would open at 11 a.m. and would close at 2 a.m. Food service would continue throughout the day, with full service ending at 10 p.m. and a lighter menu from 10 p.m. until midnight. The menu would be Cajun with some other choices as well. He also noted that in addition to the restaurant -bar -live music venue uses, areas of the facility would be able to be partitioned off and could be rented for dinners and parties. With regard to an event night, Miranowski indicated that tickets could be purchased on-line for an event, and based on sales, Voodoo Live would know how many security people would be necessary. EPG Security would be hired to perform security functions from checking ID's at the door, taking tickets, issuing wrist bands to indicate people of drinking age. Miranowski reported that he has done 250 events with EPG with - 10 -