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Case File: CU 07-21 Page 3 Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Conditional Use Permit to be 10" wood lap siding, which is to match the existit)g church. The roof will be asphalt shingles. The addition will include three windows on the north side apd two windows on the east side. Parking , The parking requirement for a church is based on one parking space per three seats at its capacity. The exiting church has seating for 70, requiring 24 spaces. The proposed additions Fellowship Hall could hold 100 people, based on 15 sq ft per person, requiring 34 spaces. Typically in situations where there are two assembly areas, it is recognized that both spaces arf not used to capacity at the same time, and the largest space is used for calculating necessary spaces. The parking lot expansion will provide 31 spaces, nearly meeting the minimum requirement. It is recognized that church patrons will utilize on street parking in addition to the off street parking created, and the other churches in the immediate area contribute to parking demands on the street network. Analysis Typical concerns related to church construction or additions are raised due to parking and traffic demands during services. The addition also introduces potential concerns due to the architectural compatibility of the addition with the original church and the general neighborhood. Building design/ historical perspective The Heritage Preservation Commission (fIPC) provides recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council pertaining to the historical and cultural heritage of the city. The HPC reviewed the proposal at its meeting on August 9, 2007. A summary of their finding is included in your packet. The Planning Commission The Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, with its white clapboard siding and bell tower, represent a landmark building in Elk River's culture. It is believed the church. to be constructed around 1860, and moved to its current location around 1900. The building addition will have a noticeable impact on the character of the church. The church recognizes this, and plans on using wood siding to match the existing church. Staff is recommending to the HPC that the addition utilize windows that match the existing church, to continue the established character. It is suggested that the hatched area on the north east comer of the parking lot be replaced with grass, and curb and gutter. This will allow more green space, and be consistent with the Land Development regulations. At the Planning Commission meeting, the church agreed to review the recommendation of the HPC, but made no formal suggestion to amend the plan. After the meeting, staff leamed that the Church planners desired to make the original church stand out, and purposely did not try to make the proposed addition a seamless transition. Transportation Streets - No expansion to the street, trail or sideJalk system is proposed or suggested. S:\PLANNING\Case Files\CUP\CU 07-21 Holy Trinity\CU 07-21 Holy Trinity Episcopal Church.doc