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Mounds View Planning Commission Regular Meeting May 18, 2016 Page 3 Drive ROW), and is therefore a non -conforming structure. Staff recommended the Planning Commission hold a public hearing and approve the variance as requested. Chair Stevenson opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. Chair Stevenson closed the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Rundle/Commissioner Schiltgen. To approve Resolution 1049-16, a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Variance for a ground sign encroaching within the 30' sight triangle, and less than 15' setback from a property line at 2848 County Road H2; Planning Case No. MU2016-001 (VR2016-002). Ayes — 6 Nays — 0 Motion carried. C. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider Resolution 1050-16, a Resolution denying a Variance for use of non -amber colors on a Ground Sign with a Dynamic Display, to be located at 2848 County Road 112; Planning Case MU2016-001 (VR2016-003) Planner Sevald stated Messiah Lutheran Church would like to replace their existing 8' X 4' ground sign at the corner of Co Rd H2 and Knollwood Dr. with an 8' X 5' multi -colored Dynamic Display sign at the same location. Dynamic Display signs in residential zoned districts must utilize amber colored lights as per City Code. Staff reviewed the request in detail with the Commission noting all current dynamic display signs were for businesses along County Road 10 He recommended the Planning Commission hold a public hearing and deny the variance as the request lacked hardship. Another option available to the Planning Commission would be to amend the City Ordinance. Chair Stevenson asked what colors would be allowed within the dynamic display sign. Planner Sevald explained Messiah Lutheran Church was requesting a full color sign within a residential zoning district. Staff reviewed an example of an amber only display sign. He explained how dynamic display signs were required to have an ambient light monitor to adjust for proper day and night lighting. Commissioner Klebsch questioned why the City would want to limit the church to an amber sign. She believed that these signs have come a long way and wanted to see the church be able to maximize their investment in a dynamic display sign. Planner Sevald reported the intention of City Code was to allow only amber colored lights on a dynamic display sign in residential areas as this was less intrusive. Commissioner Klebsch inquired if dynamic display signs could be placed on a residential lot. Planner Sevald explained dynamic display signs were only allowed for businesses, churches and schools.