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• Raske Building Systems Inc. Page 3 • As shown above, the proposed lots (Parcels F and G) and office /warehouse building have been found to meet all of these standards. Building: The applicant is proposing to construct a 25,568 square foot office /warehouse building on the eastern one half of proposed Parcel F. Such building placement will allow for a shared access with a future building upon adjacent Parcel G to the west. Based on the building size and placement upon the lot, future building expansion is not anticipated. The office /warehouse building measures 34 feet in height and conforms with the maximum 45- foot height requirement imposed in the L -I District. The building is to be finished in pre -cast concrete wall panels which conform to the standards in Section 3, Subdivision 4.B of the City Code. At this point, the applicant is unsure of whether or not the building will be painted. If the building is to be painted however, the applicant has indicated it would most likely be gray in color. While the proposed building has been found to meet the material requirements of the Code, the appearance of the building is considered somewhat stark and could potentially be improved. To improve the appearance of the building, the following modifications should be considered: • Recess or project building entrances • Provide an entrance canopy or canopies • Introduce foundation plantings to accentuate building entrances • Integrate varied but complementary colors or materials at building entry points • Paint of all or part of the building (i.e. the building's horizontal band). Trash Enclosure: The site plan does not illustrate an exterior trash handling area. According to Section 3, Subd. 4.G of the Ordinance, all refuse and recyclable materials must be stored within the principal building or within an accessory structure (within a side or rear yard) that is totally screened from eye level view from neighboring uses and public rights of way. If trash and recyclable materials are to be stored outdoors, they must be located within a side or rear yard and screened by a fence or wall at least six feet in height with a minimum opaqueness of 80 percent. If trash is to be stored outdoors, the site plan should be modified to illustrate the proposed trash handling area and elevations of the enclosures hould be submitted prior to City Council consideration of the application. Signage: Neither the site plan or building elevations illustrate any signage. Signage is • governed by the City's sign ordinance and separate permits and require a separate permit. All