PC 06/22/1994 - Laserfiche WebLink

Regarding Condition 4G which states that two parking spaces in the storage garage are for the tenant's use, the applicant would like to clarify that if the tenant does not have vehicles to park in those spaces, R&S Lawn Service would be able to use that space without violating the conditions of approval. Mr. Estrada suggested the condition be modified to state that the parking spaces will be reserved for parking by the tenants if needed. A third issue of concern is the handicapped parking space. The applicant feels that because this is not a retail business, the handicapped space will be used minimally. They would like to move it to a location that will meet the purposes of R&S Lawn Service and the Disabilities Act. Therefore, they propose the handicapped parking space be moved to space #8, which is approximately 10-15 feet away from the front door. Mr. Estrada feels it would be easier for a handicapped person to park and exit from this stall, and requested Condition 5A be modified to indicate space #8 as the handicapped parking space. Condition 5C is also a concern to the applicant. Mr. Estrada requested the three foot wide planter on the west side of the property not be required because it will not be in public view, it takes up driveway area, and it will hamper their ability to drive in and out of the property. Mr. Estrada feels there is sufficient amounts of landscaping elsewhere on the property. Mr. Estrada advised that the Memorandum dated June 22, 1994, with Conditions 16, 29, and 30 is acceptable to the applicant. Steve Grimes, 501 Burger, stated gutters and downspouts will be installed and a drain will be installed at the back of the property draining to the front of the property. In response to Commissioner Barker, Mr. Grimes clarified the planter he wishes to delete is on the west side of the property. He indicated its removal would aid the trucks in maneuvering on the property, and, in his opinion, he sees no public benefit to the landscaping because it is hidden behind the front gates. Jeff DeBernardi, 207 Spring Street, feels Mr. Grimes' proposed changes to the property will affect him the most, and he feels Mr. Grimes is making much needed improvements to the area. Commissioner Hovingh feels R&S Lawn Service operations may cause traffic congestion. He inquired if Mr. Grimes would oppose a condition of approval requiring the trucks leave the site at staggered times, perhaps a five minute separation. Mr. Grimes had no objection but described that his employees don't all arrive at work at the same time. Furthermore, the amount of time taken to load and hook up the trailers varies, therefore, the trucks do not leave at the same time. Also, the trucks will not all go along the same route when exiting the site. Commissioner Hovingh stated that if the extension of Railroad proceeds, it is likely to cut through Mr. Grimes' property. He believes if the extension project went forward, the City Planning Commission Minutes Page 6 June 22, 1994