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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 10 I* Chair Melsha noted that the new trend in planning is to bring the buildings closer to the street. 2 He expressed his disappointment that the north-facing wall has no windows. He agreed that the 3 design should be friendly to the area adding that it does need more work. He acknowledged that 4 had they used the same footprint as the Stonehouse it would have also required variances, as the 5 shape of the property is very unique and difficult to work with. He stated that he is sympathetic 6 to the concerns regarding noise levels adding that he believes this could be addressed through 7 conditions. 8 9 Vice Chair Stille acknowledged the uniqueness of the site and reviewed his concerns with the 10 parking issues. He agreed that there is a need to plan appropriately. He stated that he would like 11 to be efficient in how they handle this site adding that the Commission wants to be sure the 12 neighbors are not impacted by this project. 13 14 Commissioner Stromgren reviewed the conditional use permit for the restaurant noting that 15 procedurally it applies to more than just the structure. He acknowledged that the setback issues 16 are being addressed adding that the conditional use issues should be clarified further. Chair 17 Melsha stated that this could be addressed in the conditions. He stated that some of the 18 conditions would require a response back to the Council by next week. 19 20 Commissioner Hanson asked if the City Council has decided if the operation is lam or 2am. Ms. 21 Hall stated that the final determination has not been made. Chair Melsha added that Council is considering placing operational hours back to 1:00 a.m. versus 2:00 a.m. closing time, it is J6 currently 2 am. 24 25 Commissioner Hanson stated that he would like to see the trash bins placed inside the building 26 or attached to the building. Vice Chair Stille and Commissioner Stromgren agreed stating that 27 the area should be kept tidy in appearance and consistent with the building and landscaping plan. 28 29 Commissioner Hanson stated that he would like a condition included that would state no outside 30 seating or music after 9:00 p.m. Chair Melsha and Vice Chair Stille agreed stating that music is 31 not vital to an outdoor experience. 32 33 Commissioner Hoska asked Mike Larson, Liquor Operations, what the hours were for outside 34 seating at the Stonehouse. Mr. Larson stated that the outside seating for the Stonehouse ended at 35 dusk, approximately 9:00 p.m. and that the music was on, but kept very low in volume. 36 37 MOTION- Conditional Use Permit 38 Motion by Commissioner Chair Melsha, seconded by Commissioner Stille to recommend 39 approval of the Conditional Use Permit under the following conditions: 1. Garbage areas are 40 enclosed with materials that match; 2. Lighting must be `down spill' with no spillage to the R-1 41 properties across Kenzie Terrace and confirm with adjacent area(St. Anthony Boulevard); 3. 42 Hours for outside seating shall not exceed 9:00 p.m.; 4. No music or other artificial noise shall 43 be audible from any residential district; 5. Liquor Store and restaurant shall be in compliance with all other state, city and other applicable laws and regulations; 6. That the City Engineers 16 approve the plan, including a determination that the proposed plan will not have an adverse 46 impact on the current water run-off situation; 7. Will address sidewalk connectivity; 8. Move