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.4 proposal retums. He noted these concerns included but may not be limited to the lighting, water, noise, and head lights. Mr. Koeth suggested possibly mounding or shrubs along the property line to prevent the headlights from shining onto the neighbors property. The audience members were advised the proposal will be heard by the board of zoning appeals on Ju.ne 5, 1997 for the special permit, and will return to this commission on June 10, 1997 at which time the concerns should be addressed. 3) Ganley Westside Imnorts, 25600 Lorain Road Proposal to construct building addition with site improvements, landscaping and building renovations. Variances will be required. Building Commissioner Conway advised the Ganley Westside Imports submission will require the following variances: a 46' 8" front set back variance; a variance to display vehicles in the 75' front setback; a variance because the driveway is not 90 degrees to Lorain Road, possibly for number of parking spaces and there will be variances needed for signage. A special permit will also be needed to add to the non-conforming building. Mr. Manning wondered if there would be any changes after the lots are combined. Mr. Conway explained the plans submitted incorporated the three lots and he noted there is sufficient amount of land to satisfy the storage requirements. Mr. Stoyanov, developer, explained the proposal is part of a nationwide program to update all of the BMW facilities. This renovation includes the following four areas: additional parking east of the existing parcels; a new building facade to incorporate the new image of BMW facilities; complete renovation of the interior public areas; and new landscaping along Lorain Road, wluch includes concrete display pads. The second variance, he noted is to provide for limited and defined areas to display vehicles within the building setback. Mr. Stoyanov believed the proposal merely improves the appearance of the building in the following manner: the addition provides a straight line for the new facia; landscaping has been incorporated; two curb cuts will be removed to allow more green area; and the lighting will be improved by using ground lights along Lorain Road and cutoff fixtures on 20 foot poles within the interior of the parking lot. The trees and brush abutting the residential neighbors to the north will remain. Mr. Stoyanov agreed to present a lighting plan at the next planning commission meeting. Mr. Manning wondered if any of the dealerships would be moving. Mr. Stoyanov verified all three dealerships would remain. Mr. Brennan agreed this improved the building somewhat, but had concerns about the number of displays across the front of the building and the signage. Mr. Stoyanov advised the signage will be addressed at a later date. Mr. Brennan wondered if the pylon sign flags and some of the displays could be eliminated in the front for appearance reasons. Mr. Stoyanov advised the two displays on.both ends ofthe front of the building are also entrances to the building. He explained there is a divider wall inside the building, thus both the display areas are needed. Mr. Herbster noted the plans sliow ten display areas. Mr. Stoyanov explained three display areas in the front are existing displays. W. Brennan clarified he would like to know if Mr. Stoyanov would be willing to these concerns if the commission recommends that the variances be granted. The members discussed removing display areas among themselves. Mr. Koeth advised he did not have a problem with the pads on the ends of the building, however the members have some concern about the three display areas in the center. The members of the commission recommended removing the three cars in the center and moving the display pod on the east entrance further east so that it is on the corner for continuity reasons. Mr. Stoyanov agreed to incorporate this suggestion into his next submission. The members had a problem with the industrialized unit. Mr. Conway explained the industrialized unit must be permitted, however the commission can address the appearance. Mr. Mauuing advised the skirting will be referred to the architectural review board for recommendation. W. Stoyanov 6