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7_ MATTERS INITIATED BY COMMISSION MEMBERS a_ Discussion on Temnorarv and Permanent Window Si~na~e Commissioner Roberts noted that most of the signage problems occurred in Stanley Business Park and inquired whether the Park was unique in that there are no conditions to control signage. Mr. Pavan noted that McDonald's was conditioned by the Planning Commission and City Council to prohibit signs on the windows facing the play area. The Commission placed limitations as to the amount of window area that could be covered as well as an additional condition stating that unused sign area could not be transferred to another window. Commissioner Roberts believed the Stanley Business Park was unique in that it did not enforce signage limitations amongst themselves and understood that other commercial areas seemed to have more control of that area. Mr. Pavan did not believe that Stanley Business Park had an overall business park limitation on window signs, but that businesses were examined by staff on a case-by-case basis. Because McDonald's was located in a sensitive gateway location, stafF recommended more restrictive limitations on signs. He noted that some sign programs limited or, in some cases, prohibited window signs. With respect to Stanley Business Park, he noted that there was no overall business park sign program and that the PUD was approximately 20 years old. Businesses located away from the gateway were not subject to the more restrictive window sign conditions. Commissioner Fox noted that the "Just Tires" window signage seemed to be excessive because the vinyl sign of the store name was spread across the windows. Chairperson Maas suggested consulting with the Chamber of Commerce regarding signage and inquired whether that had been done. Ms. Decker replied that she was not aware of such a conversation and that this item had been on the table since September 2004. She noted that signage was awide-ranging topic and added that the Commission was provided with a lot of information regarding the practices of other cities- She suggested that the Commission take some time to examine the various codes and practices. The Planning Department is also considering updating the Zoning Codes th is issue may be part of that overall effort. She suggested that the Commission recommend one or two members to form a committee to meet with staff with respect to issues related to temporary and permanent signage. The committee would then report back to the Commission as a whole. Commissioner Arkin believed there should be representation on the committee by community members who did not want a lot of signage, such as from Parks and Recreation. He supported the process suggested by Ms. Decker. He believed the McDonald's on Santa Rita Road was too gaudy and should be fixed. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 23, 2005 Page 1 1 of 17