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Planning & Zoning Board July 12, 2017 Page 4 APPROVED MINUTES  Ms. Larsen stated that landscaping was not shown on the street side of the fence. She also stated that she was concerned with a security fence abutting Lake Drive.  Mr. Laden asked if there were any comments from the County about moving the access to Kelly Street.  Ms. Larsen stated that the County has yet to submit comments.  Mr. Laden stated he would be concerned as Kelly Street is a residential street.  Ms. Larsen Stated that Kelly has no outlet and would not likely be used by commercial customers.  Mr. Masonick asked if the property to the north is a church.  Ms. Larsen stated that it was a multi-tenant commercial building and not a church.  Chair Tralle asked if the rental trucks would be stored inside.  Mr. Carlson, the applicant, stated that they would not be stored inside. He also stated that concrete area would be outside and is what requires the security fence.  Chair Tralle stated that he is ok with a chain link fence on Lake Drive. He also stated that he has no issues with it being a steel sided building. He stated that if the applicant were to change to go where the security fence is presently he is concerned about the storm pond and the possibility of children next door and the safety with them. He asked how much of the property is going to be paved in the rear of the proposed building.  Ms. Larsen stated that she also has concerns and questions with what is going to be installed behind the building in regards with pavement and sod placement. The applicant came forward to speak. Scott Carlson, 7932 Lake Drive Lino Lakes, MN.  Chair Tralle asked about the fence.  Mr. Carlson stated that the barbed wire does not mean a lot to them in light of the comments, but they do want to have fencing on the Lake Drive side. He stated that he does like the idea of moving the fence on the other side of the drainage pond. He wants to look good in the community and is ok with other fencing materials. He stated that he just does not want open access into back yard of property.  Chair Tralle asked about the accessory building and if Mr. Carlson is ok with changing materials or colors.  Mr. Carlson stated that they are flexible with the color and materials of the accessory building as long as the size is maintained. He stated that there would be little visibility from either street, but would be open to other materials.  Chair Tralle stated that the proposed building is a great looking building.  Mr. Stimpson asked about the monument signage.  Mr. Carlson would like to use the current sign on the property that would be relocated. He also stated that for wall signage that there would be signs on the south and west elevations.  Mr. Laden asked about lighting in the parking lot. The architect for the project came forward to speak.