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intended for the expansion of a local business. It was highlighted that the business found this small carve -out suitable for its needs. Mr. Olivos posed a question surrounded by the sale of the property to Weber automotive. Director Upton replied that the City Council had granted an extension of the review- period for the rezoning due to multiple committee meetings reviewing the legislation authorizing the land sale. The legislation received a unanimous vote at the last meeting. allowing the rezoning process to move forward. Regarding the purchase and sale agreement, collaboration with the Law Director's Office ensured expertise in the transaction, with safeguards in place. If the zoning was favorable recommended and adopted by City Council. development plans from Weber Automotive. including a multi -million -dollar facility and new employee hires. were expected. Mr. Olivos asked if the board would be seeing anything additional once the rezoning is complete. Director Upton stated they would see a lot consolidation along with a development plan in the future. Mr. David asked if the school lot was zoned for residential use. and expressed concern that the parcel would somehow impair the use of the greater parcel. Director Upton replied that the school lot was zoned residential which allowed for a school or institutional facility as a permitted use. He added that the northern part of the parcel was desiunated for storm water retention facilities to meet impervious surface requirements. The specific size of the 0.6629 -acre lot was designed to comply with the codes related to storm water retention and impervious surface. He stated the storm water retention facility, alone with a buffer. was positioned to ensure It would not hinder the orderly development of the remaining parcel into various types of sin -Ile - family. for -sale housing. Ms. Hemann mored to favorably recommend approval of Ordinance number 20"-95: seconded by Mr. Olivos. Motion passed: 5-0 23-24769 Enclave Apartment ToN nhomes, Grace Rd, south of Brookpark Proposal consists of new construction of 68 townlhome units in 10 buildings at the site. Director Upton introduced the project by explaining that this project has been going through the approval process for over a year. The development had led to changes in definition of apartments approved by City Council. The multifamily code was originally established in 1991. restricting permissible apartment types. Due to evolving rental market demands. the current project aligned with modern architecture. Variances were granted by the Building and Zoning Board of Appeals for an access drive and trigonometric setbacks. He emphasized the significance of the project and encouraged questions from the Planning Commission members. He anticipated tabling the decision to a later meeting, but highlighted the advisory role of the Planning Commission in influencing the approval process. Director Lipton explained the Master Plan from 20 15 aimed at Improving housing choices, aligning with the unique modern townhome style proposed. The applicant's product targeted empty nesters and young professionals. filling'a market gap. The Planning Commission's recommendation carried weight. influencing City Council's vote on the site plan. He welcomed questions. feedback and an iterative process with the applicant in the coming weeks.