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Planning & Zoning Board March 12, 1997 Page 15 • explanation. He asked if the zoning ordinance will be amended, or if the new manual will regulate development standards. • Mr. Wessel stated that the entire 75 -acre area will be a special zoning district, which will be in place before the Board reviews the next project. The manual will be an addendum to the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Ray Piirainen, Director of Fairview Clinic, stated that this clinic will be a satellite facility. Major care doctors and specialists will be located in the new clinic. The trailer truck is for conducting MRI tests and kat scans. Its mobile capacity allows the tests to be done in the community which is easier for patients and doctors. He requested the Board to approve the application in accordance with the report submitted. Mr. Herr stated that he supports the project, but as he is involved in the Fairview system, he will abstain from voting. Acting Chair Robinson stated that the use of prairie grass can be unaesthetic. Mr. Dunn encouraged him to look at the pictures available that show the uniqueness and beauty of prairie grass. Ms. Dahl stated that she is pleased that the overall plan is to make the Village friendly looking. If it looks pleasing, people will come. Mr. Dunn made a MOTION, seconded by Ms. Dahl to recommend approval of the Fairview Clinic site building plans, subject to the conditions listed int eh March 6, 1997 Executive Summary: 1. The City approve the subdivision of land necessary to create the lot in question. 2. The City approve variances for the following: a. From the 30 foot LB District front yard setback requirement. b. From the minimum 35 percent open space requirement imposed in the LB zoning district. 3. The landscape plan is subject to review and approval of the City Forester and CPTED Officer and plant material selections are altered so as to comply with Town Center design guidelines. 4. A determination is made that proposed building materials and colors are consistent with the Town Center design guidelines.