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August 17, 2021 Page 8 Landscaping. The applicant has provided a landscaping plan that emphasizes tree plantings in perimeter site locations, with shrub and perennial planting areas around the site in rock mulch planting areas. Tree planting along Stinson Parkway includes a variety of (mostly) deciduous over- and under-story tree planting in the front yard space between the parking areas and the property line. Existing tree planting in the boulevard space between the sidewalk and the travel lanes is a part of the Parkway improvements, as well as significant tree planting in the median. One addition to the landscaping plan could include more shrub plantings along the base of the building, which otherwise is a rock-mulch mow strip. Breaking this area up with additional landscape materials – especially along the Stinson frontage would be an aesthetic improvement. The interior of the site is well planted and should provide an attractive landscape. The site landscaping plan includes a circular plaza space at the corner of Stinson and Kenzie. This area includes a circular concrete walk bounded by extensive shrub, ornamental tree, and perennials plantings, along with lawngrass and perennials in the center of the circle. This design should create a positive visual at the corner. To support pedestrian traffic in the corridor, staff would suggest two or three benches to provide seating opportunities to both residents and passersby. Signage. The Preliminary PUD application does shows wall signage facing both Stinson and Kenzie, and appears to be consistent with the city’s sign requirements. Trash Handling. Trash equipment will be located within the garage level. Grading, Drainage, and Utilities. Issues related to grading, drainage and utilities should be subject to comment and recommendation by the City Engineer. The City Engineer has reviewed the project at Preliminary Plan stage, and has identified review comments related to civil plans will require technical comment and attention, but none that appear to impact the Preliminary Plan documents or the general site planning. PUD Agreement. As a condition of Final PUD approval, the applicant will be required to enter into a PUD agreement with the City and post all the necessary securities required by it. 3. Criteria for and Consistency with Criteria for PUD Approval. Title XV Land Usage, Chapter 152 Zoning Code, Section §152.209. SUMMARY AND STAFF/PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Preliminary Plan PUD - Staff recommends approval with the following conditions: