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-228— building. Windows and awnings have been added on the corners to "wrap around" the back of the building, and windows have been added to the rear of the building. Also, corner turrets have been added to the northern corners of the buildings. The feasibility of constructing an "L" shaped building is limited by the constraints of the proposed lots. The plat would also need to be revised to reflect such changes. Based on a review of the revised plans, the applicant does not intend to change the building design. Both elevations are included in the packet for comparison purposes. Access is proposed from both Bunker Lake Boulevard and Sunfish Lake Boulevard. Anoka County Highway Department has submitted a letter regarding the site plan request and has approved both accesses, with the restriction that both be constructed as right - in/right -out configurations. This would restrict left turn movements exiting the site and would disallow left turns into the site. However, the County stated in their letter that, if the Council has .concerns with right turning movements, they would support the construction of a SB right turn lane on Sunfish Lake Boulevard and a WB right turn lane in conjunction with this development. The County's plans for hard channelization will extend beyond the northern limits of the lots. Therefore, re- locating the access to the north will not improve the access situation from the currently proposed configuration. A letter has been written to the applicant stating the specific plans Anoka County has for hard channelization and requesting tenant notification of the plans. This is included in your packet. A grading and drainage plan has been submitted and is generally acceptable to staff. A landscaping plan has been submitted, and Staff has requested a revised landscaping plan that includes the addition of more landscaping to the parking areas. Funding Source: The Developer is responsible for all costs associated with processing the land use application and reviewing the development. Staff Recommendation: The Planning Commission met on August 2, 2007 and recommended site plan approval, contingent upon the staff review letter and evaluating ways in which they can improve the traffic flow accessing from Bunker by reconfiguring the ponding. The plan reflects the addition of 15 feet of maneuvering space in this area. In order to enhance the appearance of the northern elevation to achieve "four -sided architecture," Staff recommends the addition of awnings over the doors on the northern elevation and the installation of a "Sunfish Center" sign on the north side as well. Also, Staff recommends that the applicant explore the possibility of pillar -type turrets, as shown in the southern elevation, to create the appearance of a front facade and adding undulating surfaces to the building.