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t COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1995 Building Height - A maximum height of 45 feet is allowed by the Zoning Ordinance. The proposed building is well within this requirement. Green Area - The Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum green area of 15 %, the plans shows that 34.6% is being provided. Landscaping - A landscaping plan has been provided and will be reviewed by the City Forester to insure durability of species. The Zoning Ordinance provides for buffering where a commercial property abuts a residential district. Along the east property line a large stand of trees including some Norway pine exist that will screen the site from the adjoining residential area. The south property line is also screened with an existing stand of trees, mostly scrub trees, that separate the property in question from the His and Her's Beauty Shop to the south. The Beauty Shop owners have been contacted regarding the proposed development. They were pleased with the proposed improvement and the removal of the existing structure. They indicated a desire to have the existing fence between the two (2) properties removed as it is unsightly. Aesthetic Compatibility - The proposed construction will be a welcome addition to the Central Business District. The existing building is to be removed and the new construction should enhance the appearance of the area. Off- Street Parking - The property owner is proposing approximately 28 parking stalls with one (1) handicapped stall. The City's Parking Ordinance provides the following: Restaurant 10 spaces /1,000 square feet of dining area plus one space per employee, per shift Drive In � 30 spaces /1000 square feet of gross area Fast Food 30 spaces /1000 square feet of gross area Since the proposed construction is for a combination of eat -in and drive- through, our Planning Consultant has recommended the following formula: 10 cars /1000 square feet of net dining area 15 cars /1000 square feet of net ordering area 1 car per employee at busiest shift of the day Total: 16 cars Using the recommended formula, the 28+ spaces proposed are adequate to serve the site. Circulation and Access - The property owner's architect has reviewed these plans with MnDOT and determined that access will be limited to James Street. An in/out driveway arrangement is provided. The City Engineer has concurred that this arrangement is acceptable. PAGE 3