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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MARCH 5, 2003 APPROVED indicated he does understand the changes the City is making to the NB district and the elimination of gas stations. Bruggeman Homes feels there has to be a convenience store and gas station at the corner of the property in question. Also, if drive-throughs are eliminated from the NB district development on that corner is no longer viable. Mr. Peter Helger, architect for the project, stated that when he first looked at the site he did indicate what will have to be developed for the retail site to be successful. Councilmember Reinert returned to the meeting at 9:02 p.m. Mr. Helger continued, stating that based on their evaluation of the proposed changes to the NB district, their original plans for a bank, coffee place or any successful business with a drive through would be prohibited. He referred to a drawing of how he perceives the City sees the site developing noting it is on a very small scale and is characteristic of a NB district. He also presented a limited business zoning scenario as well as a GB scenario. He stated the corner in question should be zoned GB. The City needs to decide how they want that area developed. The NB district, as defined by the City, is not viable on that property. The property should be all residential or general business. Mayor Bergeson stated he does not think the City can rezone a property if it has not been requested. The City has to deal with the request that has been made. Councilmember Carlson stated this reminds her of discussions the City had about Carl Street. She stated she does not see herself telling the Planning and Zoning Board what decision the Council wants them to make. Community Development Director Grochala stated Council direction is needed regarding this issue. It is very difficult for staff to do their job when it is not known what the Council is trying to accomplish. Councilmember Reinert stated the only option the Council has heard is a gas station or houses. Community Development Director Grochala stated the whole discussion came about because of the proposed changes to the NB district. The request that went to the Planning and Zoning Board was for a 12,000 square foot multi -tenant building with a concept plan for a gas station. He indicated staff will discuss this further with the applicant and determine what the next step is. Community Development Director Grochala referred to the staff report for the zoning ordinance and reviewed the following clarifications: 1. Domes: There was a question about whether or not to allow tennis domes, golf • domes, and the like. Such uses should be considered a recreational business, a commercial use. Recreational businesses are allowed in the GB and LI districts.