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Mounds View Planning Commission November 17, 1999 <br /> Regular Meeting Page 12 <br /> • Mr.Moses stated the billboard was in place by way of an easement, and easements were sold for both <br /> the Bel Ray sign as well as the "V" shaped sign. He indicated this was a very small and restrictive <br /> easement, covering only an area around the sign itself, and only for the purposes of access and <br /> maintenance. <br /> Commissioner Johnson inquired if the billboard would be removed. Mr. Moses indicated this was <br /> a possibility. <br /> Commissioner Johnson inquired how the billboard fits into the site plan. He pointed out that the <br /> property owner would probably not want the billboard situated in front of the proposed building. <br /> Mr. Cunningham stated this was correct. He explained that they would attempt to purchase the <br /> easement, however,billboard space continues to increase in value. He indicated at some point in the <br /> future, they will make an economic proposition to have it removed. <br /> Commissioner Berke stated this appeared to be a good proposal, and the development would be of <br /> value to the community, particularly with regard to the building design. <br /> Commissioner Stevenson agreed. He commented that with the site location along Highway 10, some <br /> type of development would certainly be proposed, however, this proposal would be very appropriate. <br /> • Commissioner Kaden inquired if some trees would remain along the wetland. <br /> Mr. Cunningham stated they would leave as many trees as possible. He explained they intended to <br /> leave the trees located along the property line, as well as a tree buffer between the homes. He added <br /> that there were no homes within 300 feet of the proposed development. <br /> Commissioner Stevenson inquired if there were any considerations to limit the hours of the drive- <br /> through facility. <br /> Mr. Cunningham explained that they could stipulate the hours of operation in the Planned Unit <br /> ieve opme• is I .. , . .. . , . - .. ;. . :et, e. -., : <br /> stores in the Metropolitan area. <br /> Commissioner Laube inquired if there were any evergreen trees on the land. Mr. Cunningham stated <br /> he was not certain. <br /> Commissioner Laube pointed out that evergreen trees would provide a year-round buffer from vehicle <br /> headlights. Mr. Cunningham indicated they could propose additional landscape buffer, and provide <br /> this is compatible with the surrounding landscape. <br /> Chairperson Peterson inquired what the developer would propose, in the event the County does not <br /> believe there is a substantial need for access off of Highway 10. <br /> S <br />