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Mr. Swift presented the staff report recommending approval of Case UP-97-08/Z-97-27, subject to the conditions of the staff report. Mr. Swift noted that staff is satisfied with the applicant's proposal and feels that the use will be a good neighbor to surrounding properties. Commissioner Lutz asked what will happen after five years, if a permanent building is not built to replace the modular. Mr. Swift advised that it will be removed or the applicant may request an extension to keep the modular in place. In response to Commissioner Cooper's question as to whether maintenance of vehicles is anticipated, Mr. Swift stated that this would not take place on the site. Chair Barker asked if the five-year condition was placed on the City's modulars. Mr. Swift responded that he did not believe it was. PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Mike St. John, 383 Christina Court, the project manager for the property owner, advised that the area in which the site is located is in transition. He noted that the entire area is improving and he sees no problem with replacing the modular with a permanent building within five years. He advised that fueling of vehicles is currently allowed and that this will continue. Commissioner Kumaran asked Mr. St. John if he could give some idea as to when the modular will be replaced. Mr. St. John advised that he did not wish to discuss this issue in the public forum, as negotiations are underway. Commissioner Kumaran asked if the Planning Commission has any restrictions as to the aesthetic appcal of the modular building. Mr. Swift advised that the Planning Commission is considering the application for the design review in conjunction with the use permit this evening. He noted that the modular is an improvement over surrounding buildings. He confirmed that the City's architectural consultant had not reviewed the project. Mr. St. John reported that the request to allow the modular to be in place for five years is based on fact that A vis had five years remaining on their lease. He noted that the modular will be set at ground level with sidewalks and stucco exterior, and will look like a permanent facility. Commissioner Wright stated that he is satisfied with the design, especially since it will be at grade level. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED A motion was made by Commissioner Lutz, seconded by Commissioner Wright, making the conditional use permit findings and approving Case UP-97 -08/Z-97 -27, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit"B." Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 June 25, 1997