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variances were required. Buffering and screening were discussed, including a stormwater <br /> retention basin, a six-foot privacy fence along the northern edge, and existing no-cut easements <br /> providing additional separation from the adjacent residential development. <br /> Traffic circulation,parking,building layout, and operations were reviewed. It was explained that <br /> vehicles would access the rear building via existing drive aisles, with internal circulation <br /> designed for pull-through service bays. Parking was confirmed to meet code requirements.Noise <br /> impacts were discussed, and it was stated that the building design and distance from residences <br /> would minimize noise concerns. Building elevations were reviewed, and no significant issues <br /> were identified. <br /> Mr. David made a motion to recommend approval to city council PLAN-264-2025; Weber <br /> Automotive; 28820 Lorain Rd.; seconded by Mr. Mineo <br /> Motion passed: 4-0 <br /> PLAN-317-2025; Sheetz; 29000 Lorain Rd. <br /> Proposal consists of a new gas station. <br /> The Commission reviewed the proposal for a new Sheetz gas station at 29000 Lorain Road. Staff <br /> reported that the project had been under review for an extended period and involved <br /> redevelopment of an underutilized site through demolition of an existing vacant building and <br /> construction of a new convenience store and fuel station. <br /> The site plan was discussed in detail, including building placement closer to Lorain Road, <br /> elimination of parking between the building and the street, enhanced landscaping,revised access <br /> geometry, and incorporation of a drive-through. Design features were intended to improve <br /> streetscape presence and align with corridor planning goals.Exterior building treatments, <br /> lighting controls, and photometric plans were reviewed to address aesthetics and minimize <br /> impacts on nearby properties. <br /> Engineering review confirmed that stormwater would be managed underground, utility <br /> connections would utilize existing infrastructure, and traffic impacts had been analyzed. Trip <br /> generation and site access were discussed, including shared access and circulation with the <br /> adjacent property to reduce redundant trips.No legal issues were identified, and the item was <br /> characterized as a standard site plan review. <br /> The applicant's representatives introduced themselves and provided an overview of the proposed <br /> Sheetz development,noting the company's background, site selection rationale, and willingness <br /> to continue working with staff. Site features discussed included a convenience store with fuel <br /> service, indoor and outdoor seating, a drive-through, 24-hour operations, security measures, <br /> deliveries, and job creation.Renderings were shared to illustrate the proposed layout and <br /> building appearance. <br /> No public comments were offered. The Commission asked questions regarding lighting levels <br /> and orientation,traffic circulation and access points, dumpster and service access,job numbers, <br /> 3 <br />