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Zisla stated he is sympathetic to business expansion. However, trying to administer the zoning code for a particular site, does not make sense. Baker stated the consensus favors Beach’s expansion, but the method is questionable. Larson supported the reversion to the original zoning if the use changes. Vacant property across from SuperAmerica on Rice Creek Road and Silver Lake Road The property is currently zoned B-3. The Task Force recommends changing the zoning to B-1, Limited Business. Hollywood Video will bring a proposal to the Planning Commission in June. Hollywood Video’s use would be allowed under the B-3 zoning. Teague said he informed Hollywood Video that the Task Force is recommending the zoning change to B-1. Office buildings are allowed in the B-1 district. The site is adjacent to single family homes to the north and east; the zoning on the west side is B-3. Baker asked about the size of the lot. Teague responded the lot is 170 feet square. Zisla stated the location is well suited to the B-3 zoning. There is a gas station on one corner and a large church on another corner that generates heavy traffic. Teague said the proposed Hollywood Video store would have a 25-foot buffer to the residential property. The proposal does not meet the building setback requirement. Hollywood Video shows a 24-foot setback. Thirty feet is required. If the size of the proposed building is reduced, it could meet the requirements. Zisla asked if the Commission is considering the Hollywood Video proposal or the general zoning category recommended by the Task Force. Why would an office use be more consistent with the overall development of the neighborhood than a B-3 use? Larson commented that the Task Force was concerned about the impact on the single family homes in the neighborhood. An office building would be quiet in the evening and at night. Zisla stated he would have a problem with a variance request on Silver Lake Road. Schiferl asked for the opinions of the Commission on the rezoning. Zisla stated the B-3 zoning is appropriate, subject to how B-3 uses would interact with the adjacent neighborhood. Schopf stated he would agree with the rezoning to B-1. Baker stated the B-3 zoning is more appropriate for this location than the Beach site. Beauty Salon, located at ____________ The surrounding land uses are all single family homes. The beauty salon is on the corner. The Task Force is suggesting that the future land use designation be B-1 or B-2, Limited Business. Baker stated he could support the change. Ken’s Market area Teague showed a plan for the area. The Task Force recommended that the single family area to the north be a mid-density zoning. Discussions on joint planning with Arden Hills and Roseville to develop a master plan for that intersection will be undertaken by the I-35W Corridor Coalition. Announcements and Updates Baker asked when Brightondale would remove the illegal sign on the side of the building. Teague responded the sign in the front has been removed. Teague said he would talk to Brightondale again. Baker suggested that the City Attorney send a letter. The illegal sign has been up for well over a year. Adjourn . Motion by Baker, seconded by Schmitz, 7 Ayes - 0 Nays. Motion Carried. TO ADJOURN THE MEETING I:\COMMISSIONS\PLANNING\MINUTES\1999\05-18-99.WPD 5