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Narrowing the columns and facia was suggested by the consultant architect. Staff has added . a condition of approval addressing these size reductions. A main area of disagreement revolves around the use of their corporate colors (black, white, teal). Mr. Iserson described in detail what staff recommends regarding the applicant's use of black and teal bands on the building. The applicant has not agreed to this change in design. Staff has requested the signage be black lettering against a beige background, which when illuminated at night appears white. Also, staff would like the western elevation building- mounted signage on the tower to be moved over the entrance. Staff would like to slightly move the monument sign in order to save an existing tree. Staff proposes that the monument sign have a beige background, keep the proposed teal band and use black lettering. Regarding the freeway pylon sign, the applicant proposed to cover the exiting panels and reveals between with black material and putting a white lettered sign over it. Staff would prefer to leave the sign the existing color and using the black letters on the beige background, keeping the existing reveals on the sign. Staff determined there is more than enough parking for this site. An additional issue addressed was the possibility the owner would want to subdivide, and staff recommended there be reciprocal parking between Chevy's and S&G Discount Carpets. As conditioned, staff feels the application would be a good addition to the site. Therefore, staff recommends approval subject to the conditions of approval. . Commissioner Hovingh commented the proposed store is 700 sq. ft. larger than allowed by the PUD. He inquired of the ramifications if the use changed to a more intensively used store. Staff advised that if a more intensive use comes in, they would require more traffic studies, etc. The Commission could also consider adding a condition restricting future restaurant and retail use. Commissioner Dove inquired if the City had any complaints regarding the entrance/exit of traffic. There had been none. PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Lane Borges, 3017 Douglas Blvd., Suite 240, Roseville, is the project architect representing S&G Discount Carpet. He clarified that the building included a 900 sq. ft mezzanine, therefore, the actual ground area is slightly less than what was previously approved. Mr. Borges stated the areas of discussion deal with the building color and signage. The owners have developed a corporate identity and would like to continue their identity at all stores. The applicants feel a precedence has been set with white lettering on dark . Planning Commission Minutes Page 6 January 24, 1996