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Planning&Zoning Board <br /> October 14, 1998 <br /> Page 4 <br /> Mr. Brixius stated the City is asking the developer to stand behind the initial concept <br /> plan. In review of the materials received, the applicant indicated he was not prepared to <br /> do a development plan for the entire site but the four lots on the cul-de-sac should be <br /> looked at since they impact each other. The development plan does emphasize those <br /> areas but not to the level of detail expected by City Staff to address how it integrates into <br /> the PDO. He noted there is also a need to quantify and provide more direction with <br /> regard to the landscape plan and tree preservation. The street lighting elements also need <br /> more attention. McDonald's Restaurant needs a CUP for the gas station, car wash, and <br /> drive-thru window. He noted the elements being addressed with regard to this request <br /> and efforts being made to assure the lighting is kept down to eliminate glare and so the <br /> car wash does not interfere with traffic circulation or parking. Mr. Brixius stated since <br /> that level of detail was not achieved, Staff recommends a continuation. <br /> Chair Schaps asked if the applicant has indicated a willingness to accommodate Staffs <br /> requests. Mr. Brixius stated they agreed with the continuation and know what the City's <br /> expectations are. <br /> Chair Schaps noted that a four lot integrated plan is what the Council and Planning <br /> Commission want to see. Mr. Wessel stated this is correct and Staff has been clear in <br /> communicating the City's expectations. <br /> Mr. Trehus stated at the time of concept plan approval the City had the understanding <br /> there would be a McDonald's Restaurant,not including a gasoline station and car wash. <br /> Mr. Wessel stated every one of the pads, except the grocery store, are an anchor and up <br /> for negotiation. He stated if you look closely at the concept approval there are pads <br /> available for a grocery store and restaurant but it also provides flexibility and it is <br /> appropriate to look at various uses for those pads. He stated the developer is working <br /> with a very good leasing agent so the concept may change quite a bit. <br /> Mr. Trehus noted the Oasis has two access points directly onto Lake Drive. However, <br /> this site would have a more indirect curving route off Lake Drive. He stated this is a <br /> concern and he believes the extension would be a detriment to other businesses locating <br /> farther into the development. He suggested a better location for a gas station would be <br /> farther up with direct access to Lake Drive. <br /> Mr. Wessel stated the applicant feels comfortable with this location but he agrees with the <br /> importance of addressing the site and best use for it. He advised of the potential changes <br /> to this interchange and that there will be one entrance off Lake Drive into this shopping <br /> center. <br /> Mr. Powell commented on the Transportation Plan which conducted discussions with the <br /> State of Minnesota and Anoka County regarding the roadway. He advised that Anoka <br /> County wants to limit the points of access since safety decreases based on increased <br /> number of access points. Because of this, the applicant agreed to go along with the >� <br />