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Mounds View Planning Commission June 7, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 18 Commissioner Johnson stated that until the road is turned back to Ramsey County, this is still up for discussion, and if the applicant is requesting a right-in, right-out access, the possibility of additional room along the highway could be discussed in conjunction with this. Commissioner Thomas stated that there was considerable residential property in this location, and significant lighting has been built up in this area. She indicated that with two more evening and late night businesses at this corner, she would be interested in incorporating shielded lights in the plan, and determining what could be done to prevent light from escaping the site. Mr. Cunningham stated that they will provide a photometric analysis, which specifies the light candle throughout the entire site plan that would be generated by the proposed uses. He stated that the photometric analysis indicates there would be no light spillage beyond the outside boundaries of the property. Commissioner Thomas inquired if the photometric analysis took directional lighting into consideration as well. Mr. Cunningham stated that this was correct. He explained that it was specific to the lighting fixtures that would be incorporated into the project. Planning Associate Ericson added that the City Code requires that the proposed lighting be hooded to prevent direct visibility of the bulb, and that the light be directed downward. He advised that there is also a Code requirement that stipulates that the light shall not escape the property, and that this is an issue of significant concern to the City. He stated that in light of the residential nature of this corner, and even in consideration of the City Hall campus area and the homes located across the wetland, there is a concern to maintain a residential feel to this development, and any proposed lighting would have to be consistent and in keeping with that. Chairperson Peterson stated that lower light standards were utilized at the Theater to prevent atmospheric light from escaping the property. He explained that although the Code does not allow any direct light to spill onto other properties, in certain conditions, the lighting generates a glow, which is reduced through the lowering of the light standards. He suggested this might be incorporated into this lighting plan as well. Commissioner Thomas stated that the trees separate the theater and the residential properties in the area, however, a tree break is not present. Commissioner Johnson stated that regardless of this, the Code requires that no light leave the property. Planning Associate Ericson pointed out that if there is some lighting closer to the street on Edgewood Drive it might be beneficial from a safety standpoint, as opposed to the opposite end of the site where it would be preferable to avoid any light spillage. Commissioner Kaden stated that with regard to the comment pertaining to why a Walgreens Drugstore was necessary when it is in such close proximity to other drugstores, he understood this concern, and had wondered for many years why the City would allow a new gas station to be constructed when this would drive another one out of business. He indicated he attended a