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submittal was the proto type building designed by Jeffery Scott and Allied Demeck. Retail Architecture based on the Architectural Review Board's recommendations designed what the commission was currently viewing, Therefore she could not use Demeck's logo. Mr. Yager requested that the applicants provide the Building department with a letter stating Jeffery Scott and Allied Demeck acknowledge what has taken place so they do not end up involved in any credibility issues. Ms. Caserta agreed to supply the letter and suggested Jeffery Scott provided her the drawing to use. li'Ir. Yager questioned if the mechanical units would be visible. Mr. Dalpiaz indicated that the roof top units would not be visible. Mr. Yager recommended that the entrance pylon be a little taller more like 4-feet for a stronger architectural impression. He voiced a concern over having back-lit canopy's. Mr. Dalpiaz suggested that although they are willing to change the look and style of the building to fit into North Olmsted. The canopies are needed for. their corporate identity, as the stripes are the corporate logo colors plum and orange. Mr. Yager was concerned with the ladder mounted on the side of the building and strongly suggested it be removed and purchase a ladder that would give access to the roof. Mr. Dalpiaz suggested that franchise owners requested the ladder be put in place for easier access. Mr. Ryrnarczyk suggested that the applicants may be required to have the stationary ladder by code depending on the height of the building. Mr. Yager suggested that if outdoor seating is incorporated to the site color concrete with patterns should be used to define the area. He questioned the style of lights proposed for the site. Ms. Caserta suggested that they will not match CVS their poles are 10-feet high a top 3-foot bases, CVS has 20-foot poles. Mr. Yager voiced that the landscaping be around the entire perimeter of the site. Mr. Dalpiaz suggested that when they return to the Architectural Review Board the landscaping will be improved. Mr. Yager suggested that the names of the two businesses should be together as one sign and one entity. Mr. Dalpiaz felt that channel letters are a higher scale/high impact than a box sign. Mr. Spalding questioned why the photometric plan showed readings above what is allowed by code at the lot line. He requested the levels be lowered. Ms. Caserta felt that the levels could not be lowered any further and indicated that the existing fence would remain to help block the lighting. Mr. Koeth voiced a concern for the spill over of lights onto Clague Road as there are already streetlights in place, he requested that shades be placed onto the proposed lights. Ms. Caserta suggested that they would use shields and lower wattage lights. IO'Ir. Yager strongly suggested that the applicants use a gooseneck light to cast shadows and not glow. Mr. Allan questioned if the applicants would require variances. Building Department comments: Mr. Rymarczyk suggested that he was not positive as the plans were just received but a quick glance looks as though they may not require any variances. The 3-light poles to the south look high they need to be lower than 13-feet to meet code and the readings do not require variances. Mr. Durbin reviewed that the existing south curb cut along Clague Road would need to be either made a three-lane egress ingress or replaced as it does not meet two lane width requirements. Mr. Dalpiaz indicated that they would prefer the south curb cut be made three lane to help traffic flow. Mr. Allan questioned if the commissioners could request a traffic study or has one been requested. Mr. O'Malley reviewed that it is within Planning Commissions authority to direct the applicant to address traffic considerations. Discussion regarding traffic flow in the area and peek hours took place. The applicant's felt that they would not generate additional traffic they just draw off what already exists traveling north on Clauge Road. Mr. Koeth requested the applicants submit the study they did to substantiate the store being placed at this location. Discussion of hours of operations for the drive-up window took place. Continued comments and questions from commissioners: Mr. Spalding questioned were the service door would be for deliveries. Ms. Caserta indicated that the service area is located on the backside of the building. Deliveries would be very early in the 10