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Eric Kellogg, Landform, 105 South Fifth Avenue in Minneapolis, noted he too was available to take questions or comments from the Commission. Commissioner Van Scoy asked if McDonald's had provided any alternative placement plans to City staff. Mr. Kellogg stated many options were discussed for this site given the number of cars anticipated. He noted the provided plan best met the needs of the restaurant with a drive-thru. He explained it was extremely important to separate the pedestrian traffic from the drive-thru traffic for safety purposes. Commissioner Bauer questioned why Staff had requested the building layout alternatives. Senior Planner Gladhill explained that this assured Staff had done their due diligence in reviewing the layout of this site, the flow of traffic and that the best plan was before the Commission for approval. Chairperson Levine commented the proposed layout worked well, as has been demonstrated in other communities. Commissioner Brauer inquired who was awarded the franchise for this McDonald's location. Mr. Smith stated this had not yet been determined. Commissioner Brauer asked how much leeway McDonald's had to deviate from the standard site plan. Mr. Kellogg stated the submitted layout would differ from any in the metro area, given the proposed trellis and windows on the rear of the building. Mr. Smith explained that deviating from the site plan too greatly would require assistance from corporate. He noted that full circulation around the site was key. Commissioner Brauer questioned how much McDonald's could deviate prior to involving corporate comment. Mr. Smith stated safety issues would arise if the building did not have full circulation. Commissioner Brauer commented the proposed site plan deviated from the current zoning guidelines. He was pleased that McDonald's has been willing to work with the City thus far and questioned how much further McDonald's could go to meet the zoning code. Mr. Smith stated his main concern would be meeting McDonald's safety requirements. Chairperson Levine supported the site plan as submitted. Commissioner Bauer asked where the golden arches would be located. Mr. Kellogg indicated the building would have arches along with the proposed signage off of Highway 10. Commissioner Bauer questioned where the garbage receptacles would be located. Mr. Smith noted these would be fully enclosed to the rear of the building. Commissioner Bauer asked how many seats the restaurant would have. Mr. Carlisle commented the restaurant would have 90-100 seats and would have 51 parking stalls. Planning Commission/January 3, 2013 Page 5 of 8