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windows are shown as an almond color. Mr. Hendershott said the door is the focal point and the colors blend in with the rest of the building. The window trim will be white or off white. On the applicant's submitted elevation drawing, the vertical elements need to be consistent with the colors and materials. Mr. Crook said the elevations offer a plain repetition of windows and asked if more detail could be shown. On the north, which is the back elevation, there is a railing design. Mr. Newberry said the element being spoken of is the exterior terrace on the second level and the patio down below. They are offset from the door and service entrance. This would enable the tenants to have an affair outside without going through the dining room doors. The terrace would be available off the library for outdoor activities but is not directly over the service entrance. They are trying to keep the service portion off to the side. Mr. Crook said he would like to see some type of enclosure of landscaping leading to the paths or some type 'of water feature. This would enhance the project by having some type of activity tied into it. Mr. Crook said he is looking for something more grandeur. He would like to see more public outdoor spaces, balconies and more useable tenant space. Ms. Nader asked about the carport and Mr. Hendershott said it is essentially a pole barn without sides. Although the materials are unlcnown, it should be similar to asphalt shingles on a timber truss structure. The lighting will be in the trusses. There will be enough lighting for security without being too bright. Mr. Hendershott said the front wall on each side would have siding but it would only go down to 2' above the ground to provide protection from wind circulation. Mr. Crook informed the applicant that it is unappealing from a tenant's perspective to see a vinyl sided parking garage. He recommended adding some brick, either piers or pilasters to break it up. The applicant indicated he wants to stay away from brick because it would not be cost effective to the owners or tenants. Mr. Crook questioned what is to the west of this property. Mr. Hendershott said there are three single family houses immediately to the west, beyond the easement and near the park. Because adequate drawings were not submitted, the Board had a hard time determining what the back area will be like. It was suggested that landscaping screening, pond or rock feature be incorporated to tie it all into one element. Mr. Rymarczyk said there is 200 ft deed restriction from the Metroparks from any structure. On the southwest elevation, the columns look tall and thin and it was suggested to lower the canopy roof at these locations. Trees will be added by the single man doors on the southeast elevation. Mrs. Nader inquired if matching brick could be put on the dumpster enclosure. It will have board on board gates also. Mr. Hendershott tried to distance the chiller far away from the building to keep the noise down. Mr. Ulewicz asked if there were any plans for a type of enclosed or semi-enclosed area for people taking bus transportation into town. The applicant stated there were no plans for anything like that, but would consider it. He said Planning Commission recommended a walkway out to the street. Mr. Crook said they are fine with the building; however, will need some updated plans showing the detail of the back as well as a design for the car port and how it will fit in the plan. The resubmitted landscape plan will need to be reviewed. All mechanicals will be enclosed in the roof hips and will be hidden from view. 3