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. contingent on the rezoning of the property. Mr. Rymarczyk said there is currently one variance required as a result of the rezoning request. Applicant's Presentation - Mr. Jordan Burns, the attorney for Ganley, indicated they are seeking unified zoning and they anticipate it can happen now without a variance. The plan has been revised to eliminate the need for a variance. He thanked the planning department and the residents for the input provided at their meeting. Mr. Jerry Herschman, the architect on the project, reviewed the new plan including the materials to be used and the layout of the site. They have received favorable reviews from the neighbors who will benefit from the project. He explained where the fence will be placed and indicated the landscaping will extend the neighbors' yards 20 feet. The question of the cut-off lighting was solved since they found the fixture they needed. Commission Comments/Questions - Nlr. Yager applauded the relationship between the Planning Director, the applicant, and the residents. He asked that the applicant ensure there are no visible mechanical units on the site. Mrs. Hoff-Smith inquired about the lighting situation. Mr. Herschman reviewed the plan. Mr. Rymarczyk said the applicant is still slated to go before the Board of Zoning Appeals. If they wish to be removed from the agenda, he will need documentation from the applicant. Mr. Herschman said he will take care of it. Audience Participation - Mr. Paul Epple expressed concern about trees, buffering, and access on the north side. He suegested Ganley continue the fence and landscaping on the north side. Mr. Bruce Bruehler indicated he was not notified about the meeting that took place. He is concerned about the noise, which is already bad, and property values. Commercial property owners should have to abide by the zoning code. Mr. Steve Calmer said he is concerned about commercial encroachment and decreasing property values. Final Comments - Mrs. Hoff-Smith indicated the property values will not be adversely affected, if anything they will be enhanced because the homes will be more protected. Mr. O'Malley provided clarification on the notification process. Ms. Wenger indicated the meeting between Ganley and the residents involved only those residents on the western property line and it was to address specific concerns. The Planning Commission is always concerned about the residents and about property values. They came up with very clear solutions to the concerns that were expressed. Ganley has also said they will provide the same buffering on the northern edge should that area develop. Ms. Wenger said she would recommend the Commission act on the rezoning before proceeding with the development plan. It will give the applicant the time to ensure the lighting and details of the landscaping and fencing have been dealt with. Mr. O'Malley recommended that the Commission hold off on the developinent plan and tlle lot split and consolidation plat until the rezoning is finalized. Discussion ensued aboLit how to proceed and whether a contingent approval can be granted. Mr. O'Malley indicated it could work for the development plan but he would withhold approval of the lot consolidation at this point. Mrs. Hoff-Smith suggested the applicant talk with more of the residents and make sure the fence is consistent. J. Lasko made a motion to approve the rezoning for 25600 Lorain Road. 'I'he proposai is to rezone the rear (north) poi-tion of Permanent Parcel Numbers 232-34-011, 232-34- 012, 232-34-013, 232-34-014, and 232-34-015 from B, Residence, Single to laetail Business, General. The moteon was seconded by M. Yager and was unanimously approved. 3. Lot Split Plat for Barton Road Ferinanent Parcel Number 233-07-009 (WRD 3) The proposal is to split Permanent Parcel Number 233-07-009 (approximately 4.66 acres) into three parcels. Two parcels, 70 feet by 155 feet, will be created fronting Barton Road. Each of these parcels will have an area of 0.2491 acre. The remainder of Permanent parcel Number 233-07-009 will be 4.1755 acres, with a frontage on Barton Road of approximately 100 feet. The location is on the soutli side of Barton Road approximately 1,500 feet ? ?