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. ? Building Commissioner Rymarczyk requested a copy of the cut sheet. Mr. Yager noted the front entry on the north elevation of the building appears squat proportionally to the facade. He questioned if the applicant would consider increasing the physical size of that front entry way, until it is as large as the shingled area facia, to make the proportion seam a little more prominent. In addition, Mr. Yager noted, this idea sort of beckons to the idea of the pre- fabricated columns. Mr. Liggett asked the developer to elaborate on conceptual future plans for signage. Mr. Mahler noted the base of the future ground sign would match the base of the building. Mr. Yager noted the architect that submitted the plans this evening is not the same architect that submitted the plans to the board. He questioned if there is a diiference in the drawing. Mr. Mahler, architect, noted there are no differences. Mr. Yager questioned the legality of using another architects plans. Mr. Mahler explained he has discussed this with the previous architect but there are slight changes including: the enlargement of the columns/entry way and more detail has been provided. Mr. Yager agreed the plan presented by Mr. Mahler was a slight improvement on the previous scheme presented in terms of proportion. He suggested putting a transom over the door to make the proportion more distinctive. The dumpsters will be enclosed in a masonry, split faced concrete block to match the building. Mr. Zergott questioned how the mechanical units would be hidden from sight. Mr. Mahler explained the heating/air conditioning system for the office area will be in the attic space. He noted there will be a condenser on the west side of the building which will be screened. The landscaping included a series of shrubbery's as shown on the . site plan presented. In an effort to soften the impact where the building juts out, Mr. Zergottsuggested expanding the landscaping to meet at the ends where the building comes out. In lieu of the planters, Mr. Zergott noted the curb could be extended and a three to four foot wide bed could be incorporated along the building. This alternative will assist in preventing wear and tear on the building during inclement weather. Mr. Rymarczyk noted the 18 foot will have to be maintained for the drive width. Mr. Zergott noted on the north side of the building there are several plants that will not do well as the area will be shaded most of the day and he suggested moving some of the burning bushes from the front to this area. The members agreed to review amendments to the plan independently so this would not have to come back to the board next month. It was requested that the revisions be submitted for review by the board prior to submitting to city council for fina,l approval. There were no further questions. M. Yager motioned to approve the Auto Body 5ervices, Inc., 28415 Lorain Road as submitted with the following comments: that the landscape be revised per comments made during the course of the meeting; the front entry be revised to be in proportion with the building facade; the ground sign be submitted for approval at an appropriate time; all mechanical equipment is to be hidden; and that there be no other signage on the building. The motion was seconded by T. Liggett and unanimously approved. In the framing of the motion, Mr. Zergott noted if the ballard lights will be running along the east side, they will be more protected and effective inside the bed. Mr. Yager added Mr. Zergotts suggestion would be effective for both the sidewalk and the planting. For clarification purposes,. Mr. Rymarczyk questioned if the entry should be resubmitted for review by the board. Mr. Yager advised the entry is a small proportion issue and it was not necessary to bring it back. Mr. Rymarczyk requested that the applicant turn in a revised landscape plan prior to the B.Z.D. Council 2 -