6.14., 6.16, 6.17. SR 06-21-1999

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. . . Memo to Mayor and City Council/P 99-8 June 21, 1999 Page 6 Planninl? Commission Meeting- At the Planning Commission meeting held on June 8th, no one spoke at the public hearing. The Planning Commission focused their discussion on parking. The developer presented documentation, which has been included in your packet, supporting their claim that the new uses are compatible with the theater and the complementary peak hours will not result in a shortage of parking spaces. The Commission felt the new uses would complement the theater and, even though the plaza does not provide the parking spaces required by the Zoning Code, adequate parking has been provided. Internal traffic circulation was also discussed. The Commission asked that the developer approach the theater owners about the possibility of adding a right turn lane to the center drive leading out to Freeport Avenue. The Commission asked the developer to modify the exterior of the drug store building so it more closely resembles the clinic. They felt the boxy, windowless exterior should be coordinated more with the clinic than the theater and restaurant. Recommenda tion The Planning Commission and staff recommend the City Council approve the preliminary and final plat, the conditional use permit for the freestanding retail building and the conditional use permit for the restaurant, with on sale liquor/retail building with the following conditions: Preliminary and Final Plat 1. Drainage and utility easement be shown on the plat per Elk River Utilities recommendation. 2. All comments of the City Engineer be addressed. 3. All necessary cross parking and access agreements be approved by the City Attorney and recorded with Sherburne County. Conditional Use Permit Freestanding Retail Building 1. Windows and trees be provided along the front facade. 2. The access between Burger King and the drive-thru aisle be eliminated and landscaped. F: \SHRDOC\PLANNING\SCOTT\P99-8CC.DOC