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Framework allows for signage on street -facing sides of the building. With the high signage, staff recommends adding street -level signage near each door for the benefit of the pedestrians. An allowance for these signs is provided in the approval resolution should the applicant choose to install additional signs. Lighting The applicant submitted a photometric plan that shows for adequate lighting across the property line and that 20-foot poles will be used. The plans, however, do not identify the fixtures that will be used. All lighting must be downcast and shielded to prevent views of the light source from off site. The light fixtures will be verified at the time of building permit. Waste Management Located in the northeast corner of the parking lot, a small accessory building is proposed to enclose trash receptacles and a small amount of storage. The enclosure will have a roof to keep out snow and unauthorized dumping while being aesthetically pleasing to guests. Preliminary Plat The proposed plat of "Ramsey Properties Addition" creates one buildable lot and one outlot reserved for further subdivision in the future. The preliminary plat proposes 10-foot drainage and utility (D&U) easements adjacent to both Sunwood Drive and Zeolite Street. This practice is generally typical, except for within the COR. Most of the plats along Sunwood Drive have reduced or no adjacent D&U easements in order to accommodate the build -to lines of the buildings. Near this area, however, a large storm sewer main is buried towards the north side of the roadway. The proposed easement would allow for proper excavation, if needed, though this is not anticipated for several decades. The proposed patio and kneewall encroach into this easement. It is recommended that the patio and kneewall remain as proposed with an encroachment agreement. An encroachment agreement allows for construction of specified items within an area as an at -your -own -risk improvement. If the City needs to use this area for excavation, the property owner will be notified to remove the encroachments at their expense. Applicable City Code Sections . City Code Section 117-54. - Site Plan Review . City Code Section 117-118. - The COR District • COR Design Framework as part of the COR District . City Code Section 117-588. - Major plat Funding Source: All costs associated with the project are the responsibility of the Applicant. Recommendation: Planning Commission Recommendation: The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the proposal at its meeting on April 27, 2023, including the staff modifications. City Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approving the Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for Home2Suites Hotel with modifications listed in the proposed resolution. Alternatives: 1. Approve the Preliminary Plat and/or Site Plan with modifications as requested by the Council. 2. Deny either/both the Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for the proposed hotel based on certain Endings. Action: Motion to adopt Resolution #23-059 approving the Preliminary Plat of "Ramsey Properties Addition" and Site Plan for a hotel at 7895 Sunwood Drive Northwest.