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• Planning & Zoning Board November 10, 1993 The EDAAB has reviewed the request and would recommend approval. Planning Consultant Brixius reviewed the staff report which recommended approval of the site plan and a variance to allow the proposed solarium addition to be located 9.94' from the front property line. This variance is an extension of an existing encroachment into the setback which is 40' according to Code. Due to recent improvements to Co. Rd. J., additional right of way was acquired and the encroachment intensified. The County Highway Department has sent a letter indicating no objections to the proposed request. The applicant has indicated that the area between the building and the curb line will be landscaped and no parking will be permitted in this area. In addition to conditions outlined in the staff report, it is recommended that a fence and landscaping be provided on the west side of the site to provide a delineation between the access drive to the 4 -plex and the bar /restaurant parking area. The Planning & Zoning Board expressed some concern regarding light shining on adjacent property, proper screening of the trash area, and traffic circulation - especially for delivery vehicles. Mr. Nathe was present and indicated that deliveries are usually during the morning hours, the lighting issue is not a problem and general consensus with the recommendations outlined in the staff report. Al Robinson made a motion to approve the Variance request for the reasons outlined in the staff report dated November 8, 1993. He was supported by John Landers. All voted aye. Motion carried. Mr. Schones made a motion to approve the site plan with the conditions outlined in the staff report of November 8, 1993, the correction to #3 that "the trash container shall be screened from view of adjacent properties and street right of way ", that landscaping and fencing shall delineate the parking area for the four -plex from the 49 Club parking area, and that a development contract including financial guarantees be signed by the applicant and the City. Mr. Gelbmann seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried. C. 93 -20 -S, Greenhaven Press, Apollo Business Center, Site Plan Review /Minor Subdivision Mr. Wessel introduced this item and advised the P & Z that EDAAB has recommended approval of the request which is to construct a 16,160 square foot building on a parcel 2.1 acres in size located in the Apollo Business Center, some tax increment financing is being offered on this project. Mr. Brixius reviewed the Planning Report and indicated that a minor subdivision is necessary as the Business Center currently exists as one large parcel. A 2.1 acre piece is proposed to be split from the balance of the property. This site, as those in the Apollo Business Park, are planned to be 2