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deeded back to the City. The total size of the existing facility and the expansion is 264,664 square feet. The expansion constitutes a 35.7% lot coverage; City Code restricts lot coverage to 35%, Staff is not recommending a variance procedure for the following reasons: a) the wetland has not been officially split off from the property at this point in time; b) if the wetland was not deeded back to the City, the proposed expansion would not exceed the 35% lot coverage restriction; c) the building coverage in the area will be maintained at less than 35% because the wetland will be perpetual open space; d) a lot coverage of 35.7% is still in the 35% range and has not progressed to 36%. The expanded structure complies with all setback requirements. The exterior finish is proposed to be smooth concrete panel. She noted that all traveled surfaces of the site will be paved with bituminous and finished with B-612 concrete curb. The landscaping and lighting plans are acceptable. Ms. Frolik explained that the site plan is subject to the approval of the Lower Rum River Water Management Organization. This is proposed to be a tax increment project and the contract will be forwarded to City Council for approval following a review by the Economic Development Authority. The Planning Commission recommended approval. Color renderings of the facility were presented by RLK. Bob Walsh, Walsh Architects described the facility. Councilmember Zimmerman commented on the drainage out front from C.R. #56. City Engineer Jankowski responded that the cost of extending storm sewer is about $35,000 and suggested this could be discussed. Motion by Councilmember Zimmerman and seconded by Councilmember Hendriksen to approve the proposed site plan for the expansion of the ParaBody/LifeFitness facility at 14150 Sunfish Lake Boulevard NW, in accordance with the April 6 recommendations of the Planning Commission and pending resolution of this drainage issue. Further discussion: Councilmember Zimmerman felt that the drainage issue is the liability of the City but it could be constructed in concert with this project. Jessie, RLK, stated they have pipes sized to take care of the run-off and he stated he would like it clarified who would be paying for drainage across the street. Councilmember Zimmerman stated the City is not trying to make them pay for it. Councilmember Zimmerman commented on over-sizing pipes with a recommendation from the City Engineer. He suggested adding a separate schedule. Jessie pointed out that a time table is a concern. Mr. Jankowski mentioned that the City needs permission to come onto a property and drain it. Jessie inquired if there was any opportunity to the north to which Mr. Jankowski replied yes. He stated that things could be worked out; the applicant can proceed. Councilmember Zimmerman felt that the City would have to pay for the oversizing. Amendment by Councilmember Zimmerman and seconded by Councilmember Hendriksen to add to the motion that the City Engineer will work with RLK to come up with the difference in cost of oversizing pipes. City Council/April 27, 1999 Page 12 of 25