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Applicant is proposing to add an additional sixty-nine (69) stalls, all of which appear to meet the dimensional standards (18' deep x 9' wide). The combination of existing and proposed parking stalls satisfies the minimum standards of City Code. Utilities The building is currently served by a private well and septic system. As part of the expansion project, the septic system will be abandoned and the building will be connected to the municipal sanitary sewer system. The Applicant is proposing to retain the private well on site for irrigation purposes only. The building will be connected to the municipal water system. A fire hydrant will also be installed as part of the site improvements. The Fire Department is requesting the hydrant be moved from the proposed location (southwest corner of the southern parking lot) out to Limonite Street, just south of the southern access point, which is right where the water line enters the Subject Property. Stormwater Management As part of the site improvements, multiple stormwater basins will be constructed. These basins will only handle stormwater from the Subject Property and will not include stormwater from public rights -of -way or other properties. Thus, the Applicant will be responsible for long-term maintenance of these basins. A Stormwater Treatment and Ponding Maintenance Agreement will need to be executed and recorded. The agreement is attached to this case. Landscaping and Tree Preservation The project will result in removal of essentially all existing trees, with the exception of three (3) trees along 143rd Avenue. While the proposed landscaping appears to comply with the planting requirements, because of the extent of tree removal, additional reforestation and/or restitution (payment into the Community Forestry fund) is required. Aside from that, the landscaping plan is generally acceptable. The Planning Commission reviewed the Site Plan at their April 27, 2023, meeting and unanimously recommended approval (note that one Planning Commissioner recused himself from the discussion due to a conflict of interest). There were no public comments received on the request (either written or verbal). Alternatives Alternative 1: Approve the Site Plan. The proposed building expansion meets all setbacks and performance standards, with just minor plan corrections still needed. Staff supports this alternative. Alternative 2: Approve the Site Plan with modifications. Alternative 3: Deny the Site Plan. The City Council would need to identify specific findings that would support this action. Staff does not support this alternative. Funding Source: The Applicant is responsible for all costs associated with this request. Recommendation: The Planning Commission recommended approving the Site Plan. Action: Motion to Resolution #23-076 approving the Site Plan and Stormwater Maintenance Agreement. Attachments Site Location Map Site Plan