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SPECIAL COUNCIL WORK SESSION APRIL 12, 2000 Mr. Smyser noted the mixed use, highway, and civic district standards. He next addressed the concept of a floor area ratio, which considers the ratio between the floor area and size of the lot as opposed to the size of the building or maximum impervious area. It is desired to have high-density commercial development that would encourage higher density arrangements. Mr. Smyser stated they would like to see some type of residential uses on the upper floors of commercial buildings. Mr. Smyser noted the many illustrations and charts contained within the design standards which are extremely helpful. He explained situations where the build -to lines would not govern. The building height will be addressed in the mixed-use area with both minimum and maximum building heights. He noted the information relating to the concept of towers, an architectural feature that exceeds the height of the other buildings to create visual foci to attract people both visually and physically. Mr. Smyser reviewed the setbacks, building articulation to provide visual interest, and to define the character of the area. He commented on the importance of assuring big box �- C 3 buildings are flexible in their use beyond one type. Architectural s .. will also include exterior building materials, styles, and to extend that . tail along the side and back of the building. He noted the information on r . tion, which will be encouraged, though not required. Mr. Smyser re w e Xirement for screening service areas, types of screening and its to n c �of shared parking, and on -street parking in an effort to reduce va g eas. He noted that on -street parking also separates traveling vehicles from m - dest ns. he Design and Development Guide requires a certain number of tre . e Qlot based on the number of parking stalls. He explained this sat can be considered by the site designer. Another aspect of p t��•cat = retail uses in the lower level of parking structures. Mayor Bergeson a • ab the option of underground parking areas. Mr. Smyser stated that is a definite pending on how it is accessed and is addressed in the residential section • uide. There being no further business to discuss regarding this issue, the meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m. These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at the regular Council meeting held on May 8, 2000. yid °tali/A_ Ry- hel Gaustad, CMC City Clerk Transcribed by: Carla Wirth TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 3 Y4-- Joh Bergeson, Mayor