Agenda - Planning Commission - 08/08/2005

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Shtmberland.' Site Plan Review gugu,¥! 3, 2005 Pa,ge 2 of 4 The three (3) black kills spruces by the northeastern corner of the building would be ideal candidates to be relocated. · Shrubs shall be at least two (2) feet in width or height, depending on the growth characteristics of individual species. · The five (5) Redmond Lindens must be shifted north so that they are on private property. · A minimum of 162 square feet of planting area is required for ail trees satisfying the parking lot planting requirements. · No trees can be installed within fifteen (15) feet of a hydrant. · No trees shall be installed within thirty-five (35) feet of an intersecting street. A revised landscaping plan must be submitted that addresses the above stated concerns. Ground Cover: All landscaped areas must be sodded and irrigated per City Code. Architectural Standards: City Code restricts building height to 35 feet and exterior wall finishes to brick, stucco, glass, stone, pre-cast concrete panels, or other material as approved by the City Council. The proposed building is shown as 30 feet in height at its tallest point. The building elevation plan indicates that materials will consist of concrete block, which complies with City Code. Staffhas some concerns about the long, unbroken fagade that will face Riverdale and 139th Lane. Waste Sturage: City Code requires that all solid waste and refuse receptacles be stored within a completely screened structure or container. The submitted site plan shows a trash compactor; any waste storage facilities to be located outside the building must comply with City Code. Off-Street Parking - Spaces Required: City Code requires 1 parking space for each 250 square feet of floor space for retail buildings over 20,000 square feet. The proposed 34,727-square-foot building requires 139 parking spaces. The site plan is showing 83 parking spaces plus 56 proof- ot'-parking spaces, for a total of 139 parking stalls. Off Street Parking - Design: In accordance with City Code, all parking and maneuvering areas must be sufficed with bituminous and the perimeter of all pavement will be finished with B6/12 concrete curbing. Drainage and Grading: Concrete valley gutter and approaches will need to be constructed at the intersection of 139t" Avenue and the new access to the site. The plans must be revised to indicate how the hture parking area will drain between the two sites. More information must be provided on the grading plan to determine grades, for example, top of curb elevations. Drainage and grading plans need to be coordinated between this site and the proposed Ramsey Office Condominium site to the west. The storm line in the west parking area should be sized to include the t~uture and present drainage area. 179