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Sketch Plan Review and Exterior Storage CUP Page 4 Streets and Access The site has access from Fenway Boulevard North. The applicant is proposing two entrances into the site. The plan shows two right in, right out entrances however, the applicant has stated that buses and vans will be arriving to and departing from both the north and south entrances. Staff has asked for further clarification on circulation throughout the site and has asked the applicant to create an emphasis on interior circulation. Staff has also asked for a plan showing bus movements. Per the engineer's comments, the northern entrance is appropriately aligned with 134th Street North and the proposed southern entrance is directly adjacent to the access for the property to the south. Staff would like to better understand the circulation needs within the site to determine if the southern entrance can be relocated or eliminated. Parking According to the Section 90-253 Parking and Loading, based on the use and the size of the building the required number of parking spaces for the 15,000 square foot building is 65. The applicant is proposing I10 parking spaces to accommodate the estimated number of staff. The proposed parking spaces exceed the ordinance requirements. Trails There is a City trail along Fenway Boulevard North. The applicant is not proposing any sidewalks or trails with this development. Building Architecture The sketch plan review application does not require elevations of the building. The applicant has submitted images of similar projects and has stated that the materials will likely be a mix of integrally -colored split -face rock, brick, precast panels, glass, and metal as an accent. The materials will be of a cohesive color scheme that is compatible with the surrounding uses. The applicant is aware that the building will have to meet the Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines. The Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines includes using four sided design, the use of high quality durable materials, and having a clearly defined and visible entrance. Staff will evaluate the final design, building materials, and color palette once a site plan application is submitted. Signage The applicant is not showing any signage at this time. The applicant will be required to submit a sign permit application and gain staff approval should they want to install a sign. Drainage/Grading The applicant has stated that there is an existing pond used for stormwater management that was developed in 2006 that will be incorporated into the design. Additional stormwater management