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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION DECEMBER 11, 2014 There would be 30+ employees at the business. The business would also be open for customers to pick up orders, although the business would not involve traditional retail. The applicant is proposing to remodel the interior of the building to accommodate the use. Only a small change is proposed for the exterior that would involve the removal of some of the overhead doors. The Planner indicated that given the catering business would be a permitted use in the 11-3 District, no architectural plan is required. If the building is expanded, then architectural requirements could be imposed. The Planner indicated that if the rezoning is approved, his recommendation would be that the parking lot be restriped and that the existing signage be brought into conformance with Code. The Planner stated that he would encourage architectural enhancements to the building, but pointed out that such enhancements could not be a requirement of approval. The Planner suggested that when overhead doors are removed, the property owner consider some creative improvements to the exterior of the building that would better fit it into the neighborhood. He also suggested that some additional green space be added to the property to improve storm water management on this site. The Planner indicated that it was his position that the rezoning was consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The Planner also noted that primary access to the building is from Little Canada Road, with some access from Noel Drive. The Planner did not believe the Noel Drive access would have a negative impact on the neighborhood. Molly Behymer, Creative Catering, appeared before the Commission and reported that she has been looking for a property for her business for some time. She indicated that the interior of the building will be remodeled to add kitchens, storage, and walk-in coolers. Behymer stated that at this time she has no plans to remove overhead doors or make any changes to the exterior of the building. The parking lot would be restriped. Fischer asked if Behymer would be using the entire building or would be leasing portions of it. Behymer reported that she would use the entire building. Fischer asked about signage. Behymer reported that her business has little need for signage. The existing signage would be removed and she may place a small sign on the exterior of the building. Duray asked how long Behymer has been in the business. Behymer reported that she has owned Creative Catering for 10 years. The business caters all types of events from holiday parties to corporate dinners. Behymer reported that Creative Catering does food production for the -2