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Landscaping' <br />The proposed site plan indicates that the applicant proposes to plant a total <br />of 20 coniferous trees, 22 deciduous trees and 20 ornamental trees. This plan <br />would meet city code in terms of number of trees planted, however, more <br />information needs to be provided as to size and species of the trees and the <br />location of sod/seed. In an effort to try to screen the two loading docks on the <br />north side of the building which face Industrial Boulevard, the applicant is <br />proposing a landscape berm near the entrance of the site. The berm will <br />extend from the entrance to the west side of the lot. If this proposal is <br />approved, staff would suggest additional trees be planted along and near the <br />gas line easement in order to better screen the loading docks from Industrial <br />Boulevard. This will satisfy the EDA's concerns. The updated landscape <br />plan should also indicate underground irrigation along Industrial Boulevard <br />and Triangle Road, as it is required by city code. <br />Architectural Standards <br />The applicant has shown building elevations of a precast concrete building <br />which meets Elk River City Code. Tf this proposal is approved, staff would <br />recommend that a painted accent stripe or other decorative feature be <br />considered around the entire building in order to give the building a greater <br />• aesthetic appearance. <br />Outdoor Storage <br />The site plan indicates that the southern portion of the property may be used <br />for future "yard storage". The school district has indicated that they have no <br />plans for outdoor storage at this time. However, staff believes outdoor <br />storage is imminent at this location at some point and time. If and when the <br />school district has plans for outdoor storage, an approved screening and <br />landscape plan should be reviewed by the staff to determine compliance with <br />city code. <br />Signage <br />No signage plan was submitted with this request. Staff recommends that <br />any free-standing sign be compatible with the proposed building. A sign <br />permit will be required prior to installing the sign. <br />• <br />s:phnnin g:pc:cu95-24 <br />