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• • 11 The architectural appearance of the buildings and the site shall not be so dissimilar from buildings or the area as to constitute a blighting influence. Since the proposed structures are surrounded by commercial or industrial land use designations, the structure as proposed will complement surrounding uses and not be a blighting influence. 2,1 All buildings shall provide for enclosed trash receptacle area with exterior wall treatments similar to the principal building, in the rear of the building, in an accessible location and fully screened from view of adjacent properties. From the information presented, the trash area appears to match the exterior of the principal building and will be mostly screened from adjacent properties. However, the trash area is adjacent to a public street. It also does not appear to be accessible to trash haulers that will have to somehow turn around either before or after picking up the trash. Excluding the exits from the repair bays of the automobile repair shop and the employee parking behind the retail space, a trash truck would have only 24 feet in which to turn around, which would require many turning movements. In addition, retailers on the east end of the establishment may not find it convenient to carry waste or cardboard 240 feet to the other end of the lot. The Developers should move the trash area to the southeast side of the lot and consider how to provide easier access to the trash area for haulers. All walls surrounding the trash receptacles must be at least six (6) feet in height. The Plans as presented do not indicate the height. 3) Since the intent of the business is auto repair, painting should not be part of the operations of the garage. If it is considered, all painting must be conducted in an approved paint booth. 4) Odor emissions shall be in compliance with MPCA standards, Minnesota regulations APC. 5) All flammable materials shall conform to the applicable provisions of the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code. 6) All outside storage is prohibited, except the storage of vehicles waiting for repair. Accessory Buildings No accessory buildings are proposed on the site. Lighting The Plans include a Lighting Plan along with examples of the types of light fixtures that would be used for the project. In general, the Lighting Plan meets City Ordinances, except three readings exceed maximum intensities allowed. The Developer should work with City staff to assure compliance with lighting requirements. 12701 -001