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Staff expressed additional concern with circulating the children between the two buildings and recommended that the applicant include a painted crosswalk and a sign identifying the crosswalk. The applicant has also agreed to this condition. Mr. Iserson also described the conditions of approval based upon the building improvements required by the Building Department. He noted that the applicant is awaze of and agrees with the conditions of approval relating to building improvements. In summary, Mr. Iserson related that staff feels the proposed classrooms are appropriate as a short-term solution and recommends approval, subject to the conditions identified in "Exhibit B". PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Gail Stimpson, 4444 Black Avenue, principal of Cazden West School, represented the applicant. She stated that she agrees with the conditions of approval. In response to a question by Commissioner Bazker relating to restrooms, Ms. Stimpson stated that the conditions of approval require two men's and two women's restrooms. Chair Cooper pointed out that the current conditional use permit will expire next year and asked what plans the school has for a future, permanent location. Ms. Stimpson responded that the school's consultant is seazching for an alternative permanent site but that cost remains a major issue. Chair Cooper advised her that an extension of the current conditional use permit could be considered if a permanent site is not secured by the expiration date. Mr. Iserson commented that the church is anticipating some future improvements which would increase the capacity, and it may have some additional space to offer the school. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Chair Cooper commented that he likes the idea of having alternative school available and hopes the school is able to find a permanent site in the area. A motion was made by Commissioner Kumaran, seconded by Commissioner Wright, recommending approval of UP-97-75, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit "B." ROLL CALL VOTE AYES: Commissioners Barker, Dove, Kumazan, and Wright, and Chair Cooper NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Resolution No. PC-98-16 was entered and adopted as motioned. b. Z-98-35, Hatsushi and Harlan Applicant to construct four duplex units (two units in each building). Each unit would measure 2,000 square feet in area and would be comprised of two stories. The project is located at 228 Kottinger Drive. Zoning for the property is RM-4,000 (Multiple Family Residential), 4,000 square foot minimum lot size) District. Planning Commission Page 3 March 25, 1998