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March 26, 2024 Page 3 For the application in question, the proposed garden center is proposed to be within a fenced enclosure shown as approximately 132 feet in length by 42 feet in width. A temporary greenhouse approximately 72 feet long by 22 feet wide (approximately 1,580 square feet) is located within the enclosed area, which is otherwise occupied by display of garden plants and materials. The site has been utilized in this manner on a seasonal basis in prior years. Indeed, the aerial photography on the Hennepin County property information website shows the prior installation, which is similar to that now proposed under the CUP: The proposed site plan for the current application utilizes the same layout and location. As can be seen, the site occupies the outer drive lane for the center. While there could be some disruption of traffic pattern in this area, the frontage road duplicates the circulation aisle and as such, should not negatively impact traffic. The shopping center owner has collaborated with the application, and there is no expectation that the proposed site would create problems for either the site, or for public services that may be needed. One aspect of the site and use relates to the nature of the garden center as an independent tenant on the property. As there will be employees on site, the applicant should identify restroom facilities for the temporary use. If portable restroom facilities are to be utilized for the temporary use, the code requires in Section 152.190(E)(4) that: “In all districts, portable restroom facilities shall be placed in such a way as to maximize, insofar as practicable, screening of view from the public right of way and/or residentially zoned property, while acknowledging the need for service and maintenance access.” 23