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. .. '. ' the state for the location of the traffic signal. He presumes the state is also involved with the issues of right turn only lanes. However, that detail would be beyond the authority of this commission if the State of Ohio refused to grant the access it would overrule the plan. The only concern he would have is the western most curb cut. Whether or not it lines up with an area that is separated or if someone could make a left turn from east bound Brookpark or is it a grassy area. Mr. Berryhill suggested that if it is not a grassy area they could do a series of "T" bones, which would prevent left hand movement into it. Mr. Skoulis wanted the board to be aware that Brookpark Road is a limited access highway. W. Spalding motioned to approve Carnegie Management & Development Corpe; Parcel E, Preliminary Lancl Use Plan PP# 236-05-001 only with a number of disclaimers. This only relates to the site plan itself, the Commission is not giving the applicant any variances. They are not saying there are not code eiolations and reserve tlaeir judgement at this point, as to whether or not a traffic study would be necessary. In fact, Planning Commission recommends a traffic study for this proposal. As far as the loading docks are concerned location of the docks are not receiving any approvals of location at this time. This is only relative to the land use itself. The preliminary plan as presented is the only thing that would be approved at this point. J. Lasko seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved. Motion Carried. VI. BUILDING DEPARTMENT REQUESTS CONTINiTED: 4. Remington College; 2635 Great Northern Shopping Center: Proposal consists of new exterior improvements, new masonry covered entrance to the existing Top's building to accommodate a post secondary school. Note: Planning Commission granted a conditional use permit 7/14/03. Variances will be required. Acting Chairman Spalding called all interested parties forward to review the proposal. Mr. Saleet the architect came forward to review the request. Applicants Presentation: Mr. Saleet informed the commission that the canopy color had been changed from blue to red. He questioned if the commissioners received the new color sheets. The entrance will be modified, as it will be the main focal point. The existing building will not be expanded. They will be adding windows and to address the loading dock they will add a wall to enhance the appearance of the area and block the loading dock area. The landscaping that is being added will be irrigated as well as the existing landscaping along the south and West Side of the site. He suggested that he did not have time to get photometric plans ready, but would have them for Board of Zoning Appeals. They would like to keep the existing lighting. The compactor will be removed and the new wall will hide the transformer and dumpster. Each classroom will hold about 20 students, and as soon as they receive approval it will take about 3-months to be completed and open for business. Board 1VIembers Questions and Comments: Mrs. O'Rourke inquired what classes would be offered. Mr. Saleet reviewed that there would be two year computer classes, business management, medical, and dental classes. Mrs. Hoff-Smith questioned if hazardous materials would be stored on the site. Mr. Saleet suggested that the dental area would have hazardous material. Mrs. Hoff Smith questioned why the loading dock would remain on the site. Mr. Saleet indicated the loading dock would remain for economic reasons only, it will not be used. Mr. Rymarczyk questioned if the landscaping would be irrigated along Lorain Road as it is required by code. Mr. Saleet suggested that they had not planed on it they will irrigate all areas required by code. Mr. Rymarczyk informed the applicant that if the irrigation is to code, then they would only need a variance for their lighting. 1VIr. Spalding advised the applicant that the commission needed to see their photometric plans. 15