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to code. The commission discussed the process of starting to draft a report to ensure the extended time for review is not drawn out. However it was made clear that additional information and documentation needed to be submitted to the commission. Mr. Liggett provided copies of the traffic study and wetlands reports for the record to the clerk. Mr. Lasko said a work session would be scheduled within next week to 10 days to give time for all members to attend. Ms. Wenger advised that proper notice would be given. Mr. Lasko moved, seconded by Mr. Malone, to table COMS07-0026: Biddulph Trail of 25747 Butternut Ridge Road, which consists of a cluster home development plan noting the applicant's agreement to extend the City's review period so that the following conditions may be met: • The commission will meet to start the compilation of a draft report for City Council • New site, elevations and landscaping plans are to be consistent with page SK 4 plans dated received Apri130, 2008 • Landscape recommendations are to be incorporated per Mr. Malone and a detailed plant key/listing added. • The association rules/bylaws are to be submitted to the Law Department • Plat maps identify easements including potential option in the engineer's report (12/17/07) pertaining to the un-sewered area on Columbia Road. • Letter documenting owner has control of all parcels related to the proposal • Storm water management calculations per the City Engineer The motion was unanimously approved 5-0. COMMUNICATIONS Ordinance No. 2008-56: An ordinance amending section 1139.01 of chapter 1139 (business districts) of the planning and zoning code in order to regulate the placement of charitable collection bin storage containers in the general retail business district of the city of north olmsted. Ms. Wenger said the ordinance would regulate charitable collection bins as an accessory use in the General Retail Business District which was a similar philosophy to regulating PODS as an accessory use in residential districts. The amendment creates a new accessory use section in 1139, to include parking, signage and collection bins. The amendment will limit the number, size, and location of such bins in addition to any signage thereon. Incidentally, this amendment serves to clean up the code by separating accessory uses from permitted and conditional uses, and including similar uses within the permitted uses section. Mr. O'Malley reviewed that the regulation was brought about by concerns that donations would exceed outdoor bins and pile up becoming unsightly. How and if they can be accommodated in the general business district area, policies and options are up for review. Mr. Malone asked if it would govern temporary collection areas. Mr. Conway said that he would have to look at each issuance case by case. They are trying to clean up permanent areas which are a mess. Mrs. Meredith asked how the dimension was established. Mr. Conway said he asked business to submit details on their containers to come up proposed sizes. Mrs. Meredith asked if 6