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for side yard setback, north property line. Code requires 10 feet, applicant shows 0 feet, Section 1139.07. Motion approved 6-0. Mr. Malone moves, seconded by Mr. Schumann, to recommend for approval a variance for excessive illumination at entry walk, building exteriors active pedestrian conveyance, code allows an average of 5 fc, applicant shows an average 17.7 fc, Section 1161.12. Motion denied 0-6. Mr. Malone moves, seconded by Mr. Schumann, to recommend for approval a variance for 11.5 sf variance for excessive signage on a building, code permits 86 sf, applicant shows 97.5 sf, Section 1163.25(b). Motion denied 0-6. Mr. Malone moves, seconded by Mr. Schumann, to table 15-4683 Dollar General; PP# 237-09- 005. Motion approved 6-0. 15-4723 Starbucks; 27190 Lorain Road Representatives: Jay Romer, Great Lakes Resources; Kyle Hartung, Goodman Group; Bryan Hall, GPD Ms. Wenger said this proposal consists of demolishing existing structures and constructing a new Starbucks with drive through facility at the northeast corner of Lorain and Dover Center Roads. The project involves two parcels, the corner lot and the lot to the north. Both properties are zoned General Retail Business. The new building will be constructed of masonry in three colors and includes an aluminum storefront system, metal overhangs, fabric awnings, and metal coping. The trash enclosure will be non-painted brick to match the building with metal gates. The site will have two full access curb cuts, one on Dover and one on Lorain, both located as far from the intersection as feasible. Brickscape is provided for in the right of way along Lorain and along Dover Center to the northern drive apron. The site will have all new pavement and concrete perimeter curbing. Bike racks are provided along with pedestrian connections from the public sidewalk to the storefront. The site configuration does not leave much room for large green space areas; however the applicant has done a nice job in greening up the corner which is currently all asphalt and including another lawn area north of the building. Landscaping will be planted along the drive through aisle to provide some break and softness between vehicles stacked and the sidewalk. Landscaping will also help define a patio area south of the building and provide some additional screening to the dumpster enclosure. A combination of wall mounted and pole mounted lights are proposed. Building has requested more information to determine zoning compliance. Variances are requested for building setback (Dover Center frontage), side yard setbacks (both east and west), parking and signage. The code requires a 75 foot building setback along Dover Center Road, which would make the property impossible to redevelop. A yard setback of 20 feet is required along Dover and 10 feet along the east property line. Meeting these setbacks would be a challenge to construct a building with parking and drive aisles, a drive through would not be