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while. She stated that she would rather have temporary signs up than see many empty storefronts. She added that everyone is distressed at all the empty storefronts in the Downtown and that she would hate to see this expand to some of the other shopping centers. Commissioner Fox stated that there are situations where there are blinking lights that attract attention at night and which are safety hazards, as well as things that are not allowed by the Municipal Code. Commissioner Narum agreed that safety hazards should be enforced, butthatshe did not like to take it a step further. She stated that she did not like to see the vehicle parked in front of the Jack N' The Box with a banner on it advertising their shop inside the shopping center, but if that is what it takes to keep the people in business, she was willing to overlook it until things improved. Chair Pearce suggested having Code Enforcement review things that may be safety hazards. Commissioner Fox noted that a few weeks ago, there was a gigantic 15-foot florist window sign. Commissioner Blank inquired if the City actually had an indoor sign regulation, and Commissioner Fox noted the sign was painted on the window. Commission Narum stood by her comments and felt Code Enforcement had better things to do unless the signs are a safety hazard or a distraction to drivers. Commissioner Blank suggested letting Ms. Decker know of examples. 725 Main Street Chair Pearce questioned the status of the hole in the ground at 725 Main Street. Commissioner Blank said the Planning Commission is on record with staff that no further extensions are to be granted on this unless it returns to the Planning Commission. Commissioner Narum inquired if this had been done formally, and Mr. Dolan said he could not provide a lot of information other than the owner is still going through the plan check process. He added that there does not appear to be an urgency on that end and that staff does not know the personal financing arrangements. He noted that it is obviously tough for any projectto move forward atthis time, and staff is trying to be responsive in the plan check process; however, it has not gone through quickly. Commissioner Narum inquired if the Planning Commission could appeal an approval for a second extension and then deny it and make the applicant return to the Commission. Mr. Dolan replied that there is probably an avenue where this could be PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, January 14, 2009 Page 31 of 35