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• • Planning & Zoning Board May 9, 2001 Page 22 issues related to form, value, and scale. Mr. Wittrock stated they have worked diligently with Target to get their building to fit as many of the architectural details as possible. He noted the entry areas are articulated with a hip -roof detail and use of different materials. Mr. Wittrock noted the Forest Lake Target Store is a pure prototype but what is being proposed in Lino Lakes is integral colored block, rockfaced block, rose - colored brick, stucco accent stripes, and painted concrete masonry unit (CMU). He noted the premium materials are at a lower pedestrian level with the materials at a higher elevation being more economical. Mr. Wittrock noted these materials are a significant change from Target's prototype materials. Mr. Wittrock presented the Kohl's elevation, noting it is predominantly lighter- colored brick and the addition of stucco cornices which would be a common element throughout the rest of the development. He advised of the Council's inquiry about a different front entry pitched -roof treatment and explained that would look out of place since it is not in the right proportion. Mr. Wittrock stated they will talk with Kohl's about changing the brick to be more compatible with the brick used on the other buildings. Mr. Wittrock presented Buildings A and B that will contain several tenants, each with separate doors. He identified the location of these buildings which will face each other, thus the design with similar facade treatments, pitched roof, strong corner elements, and storefront design. Mr. Wittrock reviewed the materials proposed for these smaller buildings which are oriented for pedestrians. He noted the incorporation of canvass awnings to provide some protection from the elements. Mr. Wittrock stated the other buildings have not yet been designed since tenants have not been secured. But, as part of the development, they will submit an outline of how those buildings should respond to this architecture including a list of preferred materials and color. Mr. Rafferty stated that based on the Kohl's elevations, color will make a dramatic change in appearance. He stated he has more concerns with the Kohl's design than the Target Store design. Mr. Rafferty commented on the effort to create the design standard criteria and stated his appreciation to RSP for the elevations that meet that criteria. He suggested that Kohl's be pulled off to allow a better designed and enhanced structure. Mr. Lyden stated this development corner is the most exciting thing to happen to Lino Lakes and he applauded everyone's efforts to make it come about. He stated it was subtle but said that the idea of a pedestrian -type town center has changed. Mr. Lyden stated this proposal is a very changed set up and his general impression is that if anything is lacking, it is the lower corner. Mr. Lyden noted the proposal has several big box users and then some other smaller uses. Rather than bringing the traffic in and then out to the fast foods, he suggested a different traffic configuration. On aesthetics, he asked if consideration has been given to a common wall configuration. Mr. Lyden stated he does not know if the community needs another bank but that site would be a good location for another retail use and would also free up space for parking by Kohl's.