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Station Report Nov 22, 2004 Page 3 Conditional Use Permit Requirements The City Code in Section 1114.03, subd. 3, outlines the requirements for a fuel station conditional use permit. In addition to the generic CUP standards outlined in Chapter 1125, Section 1114.03 is quite detailed in what is required. The full list, along with selective highlighted responses where The Station does not comply, is as follows: Subd. 3. Motor fuel station, auto repair, minor and tire battery stores and service; provided, that: a. Regardless of whether the dispensing, sales or offering for sale of motor fuels and/or oil is incidental to the conduct of the use or business, the standards and requirements imposed by this Title for motor fuel stations shall apply. These standards and requirements are, however, in addition to other requirements which are imposed for other uses of the property. b. The architectural appearance and functional plan of the building and site shall not be so dissimilar to the existing buildings or area as to cause impairment in property values or constitute a blighting influence within a reasonable distance of the lot. Architectural appearances are subjective, however in staff’s opinion the physical appearance of The Station and adjoining building is not what one would consider “aesthetically pleasing.” It is not, however, so dissimilar from adjoining properties as to constitute a blight or detriment. c. The entire site, other than that taken up by a building, structure or plantings, shall be surfaced with a material to control dust, drainage and erosion which is subject to the approval of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer. d. A minimum lot area of twenty two thousand five hundred (22,500) square feet and minimum lot dimensions of one hundred fifty feet by one hundred thirty feet (150' x 130') be provided. The Station lot area amounts to 9,583 square feet, well below the minimum allowed. In addition, the property dimensions of 134 x 71 are less than the minimum allowed. e. A drainage system, subject to the approval of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer, shall be installed. f. A curb not less than six inches (6") above grade shall separate the public sidewalk from motor vehicle service areas. g. The lighting shall be accomplished in such a way as to have no direct source of light visible from adjacent land in residential use or from the public right of way and shall be in compliance with Section 1103.09 of this Title. h. Wherever fuel pumps are to be installed, pump islands shall be installed.