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the adjacent lot (7820 Riverdale Drive NW) to accommodate future tenants. At this time, however, the green space between the two (2) buildings is where the septic system and the alternate location for the septic system are located. This expansion of parking, as shown on the future exhibit, cannot occur until such time that 7820 Riverdale Drive NW connects to sanitary sewer, which would be available should the Riverdale Drive extension project be completed. While the Applicant has provided a conceptual exhibit showing future parking, specific plans and details are not available at this time for a full analysis and review. Staff has drafted this Permit such that the expansion of additional motor vehicle dealer offices is contingent upon availability of additional parking stalls, with each additional motor vehicle dealer office requiring access to a minimum of five (5) parking stalls. However, expanding the surface parking for additional display of motor vehicles for sale on the property at 7820 Riverdale Dr would represent an expansion of a conditional use and thus, will require an amendment to that Conditional Use Permit prior to any expansion work commencing. As parking is limited on the Subject Property, the Conditional Use Permit specifies that no more than seven (7) offices may be operated and that at no time shall there be more than nineteen (19) vehicles displayed on the Subject Property until such time that additional parking is available. Additional motor vehicle dealers offices may be established once additional off-street parking becomes available as long as each additional office has access to at least five (5) dedicated parking stalls. When the Subject Property was initially improved (2003), extra plantings were required within a 'bufferyard' area because the site abuts a residential property to the south. It appears that all of the required plantings at that time have survived and thus, no additional plantings are required by City Code. The Planning Commission conducted a Public Hearing on March 6, 2014 and there were no written or verbal comments received. Alternatives/Options Option #1: Adopt Resolutions #14-03-046 and #14-03-047 granting approval of the Conditional Use Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales. The Applicant is already operating a very similar business model on the adjacent property to the east and there have been no known issues thus far. There are limited vehicles displayed on that site and it is anticipated to be similar with the use on the Subject Property, as most sales are conducted via the internet rather than a more traditional sales lot. Additionally, there are similar uses (motor vehicle sales, repair and/or rental) conducted on the properties to the north, east and west of the Subject Property, making the proposed use fairly compatible with the existing area. Staff supports this option. Option #2: Adopt Amended Resolutions #14-03-046 and #14-03-047 granting approval of a modified Conditional Use Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales. Should the City Council desire to amend, add or delete any of the proposed conditions, they should be specifically incorporated into the motion for action this evening and Staff will update the documents accordingly. Option #3: Deny Resolutions #14-03-046 and #14-03-047 which would deny the Conditional Use Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales. A very similar business model is operating on the adjacent property and to date, there have been no known issues or concerns with it. This stretch of Riverdale Drive primarily consists of motor vehicle sales uses, which is very compatible with the proposed use. Staff believes that the terms of the Conditional Use Permit will prevent any concern with nuisances and should the Applicant fail to comply with the terms, it could be grounds for revocation. Staff does not support this option. Funding Source: All cost associated with processing the application are the responsibility of the Applicant. Recommendation: