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The parcel that LaNel is proposing to build their assisted living facility on is a triangular-shaped lot,with a side yard bordering on Kenzie Terrace; a side yard to the south bordering both commercial property and single family R-1 properties; and the rear yard located in the apex of the triangle lot. The proposed facility footprint is shown to be between 21'6" and 22'6" from the southern-most side yard property line and a 301" side yard setback adjacent to Kenzie Terrace; the front yard is oriented toward the eastern border on the Autumn Woods I property,which LaNel owns. Lot Coverage: The site area was determined to be 55,584 SF,which is equal to 1.276 acres. The total lot coverage allowed for an R-4 zoning district is 50%. The building site coverage or footprint is 21,264 SF or 38%. Jay Nelson of Jay P. Nelson,Architect,reported that the building is set back 30 feet from the innermost property line along Kenzie Terrace. The proposed facility is sited between 22'3" and 22'6" from the south west property line. This area is the rear yard for all of the neighboring R-1 properties with accessory buildings and garages as adjacent structures. Parking: As stated in the Applicant's written statement,parking will include 18 underground stalls for residential parking and staff parking. There will also be 13 parking spaces on the north east end of the building on Kenzie and another 13 parking spaces on the south west end of the building. Should it be needed, there is additional parking on an existing and adjacent lot at Autumn Woods I,which is under common ownership. On site,LaNel reports that in addition to the planned 44 parking spaces for this proposed facility, the 38 parking spaces from Autumn Woods I gives both facilities an extra 34 parking spaces over what the Ordinance requires. Landscaping: The LaNel Group reported in their written statement that landscaping on the site will be varied and full,giving the site a more residential feel and creating natural boundaries from existing buildings and homes around the area. Signage: The LaNel Group is proposing to install a monument sign at the entrance to the new facility. This proposed sign adheres to the City's Sign Ordinance restrictions on height. It is exactly eight (8) feet tall with the double-sided sign total of 47.4 SF. The Sign Ordinance allows up to 68 SF for double-sided sign. The Planning Commission reviewed the site plan and provided feedback to this proposed project at the Concept Review on September 20`h. Requested Action: 1. Recommend Approval of the Preliminary Development Plan 2. Recommend Approval of the Preliminary Development Plan as the Final Development Plan 3. Recommend Approval of the Final Development Plan as an Amendment to the Autumn Woods PUD Attachments: • Written description of the proposed Assisted Living Autumn Woods Project • Site Plan, Renderings and Elevations of the proposed facility and landscaping • October 13, 2011 Notes from Meeting with City Staff I