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PLANNING & 1)ESIGN COIVIMISSIOIV CITY OF NOItTH OLMSTED MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2014 ROLL CALL Acting Chair Schumann called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in Council Chambers and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Don Rerlco, Paul Schumann, David Anderson, Ralph Bohlmann Absent: Greg Malone, Julie Nader Staff: Planning & Development Director Kim Wenger, City Engineer Pietro DiFranco, Clerlc of Commissions Donna Rote REVIEW AND CORI2ECTION OF MINUTES Mr. Schumann moved, seconded by Mr. Bohlmann, to approve the Planning & 1)esign Commission minutes of August 27, 2014 which passed 4-0. NEW SUSINESS CMS14-1096: Clevelancl Auto Wash; 27100 Lorain Road Representatives: John Waddell, Jason Laver Ms. Wenger said the commission requested a site survey, additional plantings, brick pavers in the right-of-way, utilities provided underground, and existing vacuums and mat racks removed. A survey was subinitted which revealed that the fence along the west side of the building belongs to the applicant aiid will be replaced with a 6' high almond color vinyl fence and the non-conforming parallel parking spaces were removed. The survey showed existing trees, shrubs and grass along the rear northwest entrance drive and unless they are in such poor condition they need to be replaced, she recomtnend they be shown on the development plan and maintained. Sign variances include two additional ground signs which are the pay stations located behind the building. A variance for total sign face area is required due to the total square footage.of all signs. Area variances include a west side yard setback of 6 feet and a variance to alter a non-conforming building. She doesn't believe the variances are substantial and will assist in enhancing the site. She reviewed the building official's report wluch requested detailed plans of any demolition proposed. Although applicants agreed to remove the vacuums and mat racks they're still shown on revised plans. He also recommended the commission review the condition of the existing dumpster enclosure which is scheduled to remain. The fencing notes on the site plan need to be tnore detailed regarding the height, distance and length of either side. A detailed sign package needs to be submitted and the dimensions and location of the vacuum structures need to be shown on the plans. If there are any lighting changes proposed, a photometric plan and cut sheets must be submitted. Mr. DiFranco said the oil separator location and condition requires a visual inspection to ensure it is functional. The new building addition requires a detailed plan showing all zoning setbacks. The site plan should also include ownership of all abutting properties. At the previous ineeting the