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Commissioner Kameny stated that he feels that the use is acceptable with the uses set forth in the r- PUD. Commissioner Arkin advised that he has no problem with the use. Commissioners Maas indicated that initially she had concerns about the lengthy hours and the use, but she no longer has a problem with the use. Chairperson Sullivan stated that he feels it is a good use and he his glad to see a diversity of uses. He also stated that he is very pleased with the Green Building measures and that he would support, to begin with, a six-month extension for the installation of the photovoltaic system. Commissioner Harvey commented that he feels it is a great use and that he feels the applicant should not be required to pave such a large parking lot. The Planning Commission concurred that they would rather see the amount of asphalt paving reduced and additional landscaping included. Commissioner Arkin stated that he would like to see a reduction in the number of parking stalls, but allowing the opportunity to add parking if needed. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS REOPENED Mr. Bourne stated that the ordinance he read required one parking stall for every 300-square feet of building space. He questioned whether the ordinance needed to be changed. Mr. Pavan advised that some flexibility is allowed. Mr. Pickerell advised that they had originally questioned the amount of parking required, and they would be happy to settle for a more moderate number of parking spaces and provide additional landscaping. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED r- Commissioner Arkin commended the applicant on their business. He noted that as a gateway to our community he would like to see a building design that is less bold. Commissioner Maas stated that the building needs to blend in with the surrounding buildings. Commissioner Maas moved to find the use acceptable and continue the design review with direction to the applicant regarding modifications to the design. Commissioner Arkin seconded the motion. Commissioner Kameny advised that he likes the design of the building and feels that because it is located on an interior lot it will not be that visible. He stated that he feels that the toned-down colors shown in the color copy is o.k. He noted that the building design makes a statement. Chairperson Sullivan advised that if the applicant, staff, and the architectural consultant could work together to come up with a similar, more muted color scheme, he could support that. He stated that he does not have that much of a problem with the design. Commissioner Harvey stated that he feels it is an exceptional land use and the building makes a statement. He noted that if another alternative was developed that also makes a statement, there would be some people who would not like it, but he would support seeing a different building design. r- May 9, 2001 Page 13 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES