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Commissioner Pearce moved to make the findings for the major modification of the approved PUD Development Plan as stated in the staff report and to recommend approval of PUD-81-28-05M to the City Council, subject to the Conditions of Approval as listed in Exhibit B of the staff report, with the modification that the garbage easement in Condition No. 4 be submitted to the City Attorney within 30 days for his review and approval. Commissioner Narum seconded the motion. Chair Blank noted that he could generally support the motion but was very concerned about the emergency egress. He noted that it is very difficult to egress in a panic situation during an emergency. He inquired whether the solution could be peer reviewed by the Fire Department. Commissioner Fox agreed with Chair Blank's concerns and would like Condition No. 3 to be reworded in such a way that staff could reconsider the emergency access mechanisms and develop an emergency access plan that considered multiple alternatives. She was not confident that a full room of people could not evacuate through the back exit m an emergency. Mr. Iserson replied that the Chief Building Official and the Fire Department had been involved in examining the access and that staff could take a more focused look at the rear exit. In terms of specific obstructions in the back, staff could re-examine the emergency egress to ensure that it is as safe and unobstructed as possible. In response to an inquiry by Chair Blank regarding whether the Fire Department would automatically become involved following examination by the Chief Building Official, Mr. Iserson replied that the Fire Marshal and Chief Building Official worked together on this matter. Chair Blank requested that both the Fire Marshal and the Chief Building Official sign off on this solution. Mr. Iserson replied that would be possible. Commissioner Fox expressed concern about the large number of boxes and a 12-foot- long grease spot by the dumpster, which would pose a hazard to people exiting in an emergency. Mr. Thomas noted that he was concerned about the rear egress and that there were conditions that the Planning Commission could impose that would make the j ob of the Fire Marshal and Chief Building Official easier. He suggested that painted striping be included on the Hap's side that would define the area that must be kept clear; that would make enforcement easier as well. Chair Blank suggested that the language be changed to: "submitted for the review and approval of both the Chief Building Official and the Fire Marshal." Mr. Thomas believed that would be helpful. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, February 13, 2008 Page 14 of 42