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commented that the applicant asked for suggestions so he suggests they go back and develop something that is consistent with the current zoning and does not require any type of variances. It is his deepest belief that raw land should be developed to meet the current developmental codes in existence. Mr. Berryhill indicated that the current overlay shows what they will build following the code. 1VIr. Koeth suggested that the current overlay would only go so far. They do not want to buck heads, the applicant states he wants to work with the city and if the spirit of the residents are incorporated then a plan can be reached. The city is looking for green space, pedestrian friendly, and something unique for that area of North Olmsted. The applicant has the opportunity to showcase something that will be very visible from I-480 and Brookpark Road and it does not need to be retail. The board sees four boxes here, be creative and address the concerns the board members and residents voiced. Make this a neighborhood community, so the abutting residents will patronage your site. North Olmsted is ranked number (1) in retail development in Cuyahoga County and we know that but that does not mean that every inch of North Olmsted has to be retail. Be creative and don't just come in with this is the stores prototype, CVS created a building to fit North Olmsted's needs and surrounding neighborhood. Mre Berryhill asked that the commission not close the door to the idea of having a big-box store as they think they can make it harmonious to the area. Mr. Hreha stated that the board is not going to agree to anything against the zoning code that was just established last year though law suites and special meetings. 1VIr. Berryhill reviewed that Westlake as well as Beachwood were trying to develop what has been suggested and both places are having a hard time getting tenants for their development. Mr. Spalding indicated that the city has to be concerned about how this site will effect the rest of the community. He questioned if the applicant has truly looked at all the options available for the site. 1VIr. Berryhill stated that they have looked into all the options and this is the only viable use for this land. R. Koeth motioned to table Carnegie Management & Development Corp Parcel E, Preliminary Land Use Plan PP# 236-05-001. The board would like the applicant to work with the residents and stick to the spirit of the code. 'I'he applicant will return to P1lnning Commission April 8, 2003 with a new submittal. In the framing of the motion; Mr. Koeth questioned if the applicant would be willing to do a traffic study. Mr. Berryhill indicated that he was not sure he wanted to spend that kind of money. T. Hreha seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved. Note: In the framing of the motion 1VIr. Koeth announeed that there woulcL be no notices sent out as the date and time of the meeting was announced. 2. Ordinance No: 2003 - 36 An ordinance amending section 1123.13 of the North Olmsted Zoning Code, Entitled "Finality of Board's" to permit the City to seek appellate review of determinations made by the Board of Zoning Appeals. 10'Ir. Koeth opened discussion to the audience. Mr. Burns indicated he was present to represent Chamber of Commerce. Chamber has a problem with the proposed ordinance at it would require the city to sue itsel£ Who would represent the two parties as the law department would have a conflict of interest representing the Board of Zoning Appeals and the City at the same time. The minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals are public record and therefore the attorney at the Board of Zoning Appeals meetings could be called as a witness which would further the conflicts. There is also the developer that would be required to pay 7