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modified to allow for outbound (right turn only) traffic as an alternative to the eastern driveway as that one is expected to be busy. In the future, the lane divider at the roundabout separating right turning traffic from through/left traffic may need to be removed to accommodate semi -truck traffic better. For a retail use of this size, 83 parking spaces are required. On the site plan, 100 spaces are shown. The excess is due to "squaring off' the parking lot around the future development site. Based on the applicant's other locations, parking should be sufficient. Some of these parking spaces will be shared with the future user to the south. Pedestrian Connections The site is currently fronted by sidewalks on the north and east sides. Connections are proposed to the building in three locations. Two are along the north side of the building. One of these northern connections has some steps down from the public sidewalk due to the grade change, while the other one will meet ADA slope requirements. These two walkways are likely to be the main connections to the building, especially after the extension of Ramsey Parkway is constructed to the east. A third connection is located along the southern side of the building. This walkway crosses the loading dock. Special attention was made to try to make this connection as pleasant and safe as possible by continuing the concrete surface in the area for a visual cue of a walkway. Near the customer entrance is a small plaza area that includes a bicycle rack. Landscaping and Screening The applicant provided a landscape plan that has several trees and shrubs located across the site. The EPB reviewed the plan at its meeting on June 12 and recommended its approval. Along the eastern side of the building, a gas meter and other utility panels are shown. The applicant is proposing to add several large shrubs to help screen these meters. Several HVAC units will be located on the roof. These units will be screened by the entry parapet and screening panels complementary to the building's colors. These panels are shown on the architectural plans. Utilities The site is served by municipal services. Signs The building will have wall signage on all four sides as each side fronts a street or a customer area. At the northwest comer of the site, a 50-foot tall pylon sign is proposed, similar to the sign that was previously approved for a development in this area that did not come to fruition. Plat The site is comprised of three platted lots currently. A plat named "COR Four" is proposed to reconfigure the three lots into two. This plat is being considered as a final plat. Standard development fees and park dedication were paid by the previous developer and are not collected again with a replat. There are some easements that are proposed to be vacated and re-established with the new plat as another agenda item on tonight's meeting agenda. Alternatives to Consider: 1. Approve the proposal as recommended by staff. 2. Approve of the proposal with modifications that the Council sees appropriate. 3. Deny the proposal based on certain findings. Funding Source: All costs associated with this proposal are the responsibility of the applicant. Recommendation: