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Xcel Energy Page 7 requested that the applicant provide material samples to ensure that the proposed metal building material, and that the color, texture, and design of the other building materials are attractive and aesthetically pleasing. Signage The applicant is proposing a wall sign to be placed on the front façade of the building. Sec. 90 - 265(h)(1)(a) restricts single-tenant wall signs to a maximum of 10 percent of the gross wall area of the front façade. The applicant will need to provide dimensions of the wall sign prior to issuance of a sign permit. The applicant has mentioned the possibility of constructin g one or more directional monument signs to assist in the direction of visitors attending training events. Staff will review these potential monument signs prior to the issuance of a sign permit. Drainage / Grading The applicant is proposing stormwater management through two infiltration basins, one located near the west property line and one located between the proposed building and substation. The stormwater ponds are proposed to be constructed in existing low-lying wetland areas, minimizing the need for additional grading. The proposed impervious surface is not shown to drain to the infiltration basins, and the applicant will need to provide treatment plans prior to future permitting. However, the applicant’s stormwater management plan generally meets the City’s water quality and rate control standards. Staff will continue to work with the applicant on addressing the technical comments related to their stormwater management plan prior to the issuance of a stormwater permit. Utilities The applicant plans to connect to city sewer and water stubs which are available for the northerly portion of the property. Wetlands The applicant is proposing to impact 0.39 acres of wetland, mitigated by the purchase of wetland credits. A wetland replacement plan application was received by the City on September 27, 2022, and has been reviewed by the Technical Evaluation Panel (TEP). The TEP is recommending approval of the wetland replacement plan for the site. Park Dedication Park dedication is not required for the proposed use. It is in staff’s opinion that the applicant has met all the necessary requirements to approve their site plan. 6. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT: The applicant is proposing to expand outdoor storage with construction of new training transmission lines and a training substation. Since the area is expanding beyond the portion of