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Zoning Ordinance currently in process. Building Height: A maximum height of 45' is allowed by the Zoning Ordinance. The proposed building is well within this requirement. Green Area: The Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum green area of 15%, 34.6% is being provided. Landscaping: A landscaping plan has been provided and will be reviewed by the City Forester to insure durability of species. The Ordinance provides for buffering where a commercial property abuts a residential district. Along the east property line a large stand of trees including some Norway Pine exist that will screen the site from the adjoining residential area. The south property line is also screened with an existing stand of trees, mostly scrub trees, that separate the property in question from the His & Her's Beauty Shop to the south. The Beauty Shop owners have been contacted regarding the proposed development. They were pleased with the proposed improvement and the removal of the existing structure. They indicated a desire to have the existing fence between the two properties removed as it is unsightly. Aesthetic Compatibility: The proposed construction will be a welcome addition to the Central Business District. The existing building is to be removed and the new construction should greatly enhance the looks of the area. Off -Street Parking: The property owner is proposing approximately 28 parking stalls with 1 handicapped stall. The City's Parking Ordinance provides the following: Restaurant: 10 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. of dining area plus one space/employee/shift Drive In: 30 space/1000 sq. ft. of gross area Fast Food: 30 spaces/1000 sq. ft. of gross area Since the proposed construction is for a combination of eat -in and drive-through our Planning Consultant has recommended the following formula: 10 cars/1,000 square feet of net dining area 15 cars/1,000 square feet of net ordering area 1 car/employee at busiest shift Total: 16 cars Using the recommended formula, the 28 +/- spaces proposed are adequate to serve the site. Circulation and Access: The property owner's architect has reviewed these plans with MnDot and determined that access will be limited to James Street. An in/out driveway arrangement is provided. The City Engineer has concurred that this arrangement is acceptable. Loading & Trash Handling: Trash handling areas are located on the site plan and will be required to be properly screened. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended that deliveries be limited to "after" hours.