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• Planning & Zoning Board May 9, 2001 Page 9 addition, they hold real estate closings which result in the need for additional parking. Mr. Martinson stated they purchased additional property that is zoned Neighborhood Business and are requesting a rezoning to General Business so it can be used for parking. Mr. Corson asked if the driveway from Lake Drive will be used. Mr. Martinson answered affirmatively and stated Anoka County Commissioner Margaret Langfeld has obtained a letter of approval from Anoka County Highway Engineer Jon Olson. Mr. Lyden asked if they will add drive -thru lanes. Mr. Martinson stated they have no plans at the present time. Ms. Lane asked if this will be a divided roadway in the future. Mr. Powell stated the County has initiated a reconstruction road project and will propose a divided section. However, the City has indicated it prefers one lane in each direction with a shared turn lane. Mr. Martinson stated they are aware of that project in their discussions with the County. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 7:05 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Rafferty. Motion carried 5 -0. Ms. Lane asked if the homes to the north are zoned for commercial in the proposed Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Martinson stated the property adjacent to the lot they purchased currently contains a house but is being used as a commercial chiropractic office. Mr. Powell stated the draft Land Use Plan identifies that parcel as Commercial. Mr. Lyden made a MOTION to recommend approval of rezoning the property located at 7651 Lake Drive from NB, Neighborhood Business District to GB, General Business District based on the findings made in the staff report and subject to the following conditions. 1. The applicant must submit and receive approval of a minor subdivision application prior to construction of any kind on this site. 2. The applicant shall submit and receive approval of a detailed site plan in conformance with all applicable performance standards for properties in the GB District prior to construction of any kind on this site. The motion was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 5 -0. F. PUBLIC HEARING, Pinnacle Towers, 870 Birch Street, Rezone, Amend C.U.P., Amend Zoning Ordinance Chair Schaps declared the public hearing opened at 7:07 p.m.