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impair established property values within the neighborhood. f) That the proposed actions will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. The Planning & Zoning Board, and City Council must determine if it is reasonable to request that the County acquire an additional 5' of property from the State. This would eliminate the need for a variance which may not meet the requirements stipulated by our Zoning Ordinance and State Statute as outlined above. In regard to the site plan review: Setbacks: The proposed building meets the front and rear setback requirements as outlined by the Zoning Ordinance. A 5' variance is required on the side setback. Building Height: A maximum height of 45' is allowed according to the Zoning Ordinance. The proposed structure will be within that requirement Green Area: Adequate green area has been provided, the Ordinance provides for 35%. Landscaping/Buffering: A landscape plan has been provided which indicates plantings at the entrance to the building. A large grove of evergreen trees will screen the building from Lilac Road. The County has indicated, to the State, that if any trees are removed during construction they will be replaced by a 4" diameter tree. In addition, the County will be installing an 8' high wood fence to separate the County Juvenile site from the State Adult Facility, at the request of the State. Aesthetic Compatibility: The proposed structure will be constructed of face brick and stucco to match the existing shelter with brown tinted glass. The building will be substantially screened from the east by the existing juvenile shelter. Off -Street Parking: 18 Parking Stalls, including two handicapped spaces, shall be provided south of the proposed new construction. Additional parking is also provided elsewhere on the site and via contract with the State Correctional Facility. Circulation and Access: Access to the site will be provided from 4th Avenue through the State Correctional Facility entrances. Loading and Trash: A trash enclosure will be provided south of the proposed structure. Lighting: A lighting schedule has been provided which illustrates the area surrounding the proposed building. However, staff has expressed concern regarding area lighting on adjacent City Streets/County Roads - 4th Avenue, Lilac and Apollo Drive. As a condition of approval, staff would suggest the County be required to install street lights on 4th Avenue, Lilac and Apollo Drive to adequate light the vicinity in response to the use of the proposed and existing structures and to enhance the safety of the surrounding neighborhoods. Signs: Signage locations have been indicated on the site plan. We