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Development Manager Lazan stated the concept of on- street handicapped parking came up with The Falls. He thinks the City would want to incorporate handicapped spacing so that type of space is available where needed. Street parking is now all parallel but staff has thought about the next generation of users, looking at those street sections, and considering whether the parking should be angled. Commissioner McGlone stated his preference to require the use to provide its own handicapped parking stalls so it is not the City's responsibility. Development Manager Lazan explained if the City wants an urban environment, it will have to facilitate handicapped parking. He noted that providing handicapped parking within the ramp may not meet the needs for some uses so maybe the City should start spacing handicapped stalls throughout The COR. Commissioner McGlone noted The Falls has already petitioned for yellow curbs and a drop off area. He was concerned it may be a "slippery slope" if the City starts providing handicapped stalls, noting the users will want the stalls located in front of their store. Ms. Lindahl presented the signage section, noting it requires the master developer to prepare a master sign plan for public areas. She presented the signage plan and standards for single versus multi- tenant buildings. Commissioner Tossey left the meeting at 7:53 p.m. Ms. Lindahl noted the section added pertaining to buildings along Highway 10 allow unlimited square footage for signage as long as within the same scale of The COR. She reviewed the regulatory signage language noting it allows a process to consider creative signage. Chairperson Elvig asked if the signage will be standardized in location, color, and type, making it more difficult to create individual identity. Ms. Lindahl noted the signage language encourages awning signs and projecting signs. HRA Executive Director Nelson stated the signage language allows for architectural branding identity. Senior Planner Gladhill advised that the proposed language provides more flexibility than available today. In addition, the Conditional Use Permit process is available as a tool to consider unique circumstances. Ms. Lindahl presented the subdistrict map and presented the prescriptive design standards. Commissioner Backous left the meeting at 8:03 p.m. Commissioner McGlone asked if the standards address roof style, gables, or overhangs. Housing and Redevelopment Authority / December 6, 2011 Page 3 of 6