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Mounds View Planning Commission October 20, 1999 Regular Meeting Page 3 Planning Associate Ericson stated staff has consulted with the City Forester who has provided his . recommendations regarding the landscape plan, which has been revised to indicate appropriate species, as specified in the applicant's response to the Staff Report. Planning Associate Ericson indicated, as discussed at previous meetings, the applicant will attempt to restrict westbound traffic entering the site from County Road I, and the exit at this location will be clearly marked"exit only," to prevent any circulation problems or potential traffic issues. Planning Associate Ericson stated another matter brought forward at previous meetings was that a sidewalk would be required along Mounds View Drive. He referred to the site plan, which indicated the areas where sidewalks will be constructed, and explained that these sidewalks will adjoin the existing sidewalk along County Road I. He indicated that a sidewalk would follow the perimeter of the site, and connect to the SuperAmerica access, to allow for the ingress and egress of pedestrian traffic in that area. Planning Associate Ericson stated the specifications for the garbage dumpster enclosure, as indicated in the plans submitted by the applicant, meet with City requirements. Chair Peterson noted there had been some question regarding the accuracy of the scale of the building. Planning Associate Ericson explained that the elevations indicated on the previous plans were not accurate, however, the revised scale is accurate, and indicates the topmost height of the building to be 37 feet. He explained that the maximum height allowed is 45 feet, and the structure is within that requirement. Planning Associate Ericson stated the applicant does not propose to install any lighting on the building. He explained the Lighting Plan indicates the proposed lighting, and the foot-candle readings are all within City Code requirements, in terms of glare, and light spillage onto the surrounding properties. Planning Associate Ericson stated no signage plans have been submitted at this time, however, the applicant has indicated that any signage will comply with the City Code and the Conditional Use Permit requirements. He pointed out that the Conditional Use Permit sets a maximum size of 32 square feet for signage, and staff will review the signage based upon this requirement, if the applicant has not provided plans for this by the next meeting of the Planning Commission. He added that the signage issues could also be reviewed at the Council level. Chair Peterson inquired if the applicant has indicated the type of signage they might utilize at the site. Mike Lewis, representative of MSP Real Estate, the applicant indicated their facilities typically utilize wooden signs, set in block foundations. Planning Associate Ericson advised that all of the Development Review requirements appear to be met, and there are no outstanding issues. He explained that staff will require the plans be revised to