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Approved Staff finds the special use standards are met based on the following: • Screening and noise conditions will ensure there will be no detrimental impact to the public health and safety. • This area is already fully developed with a mix of commercial, office, industrial, and residential uses consistent with a downtown environment. Other Applicable Standards • Staff finds the patio must be slightly revised to ensure it is outside of the right-of-way and doesn't impact site circulation and drainage facilities on site. No specific setback requirements exist in the B-4 district. • Section 6-390(3) requires screening of commercial uses adjacent to residential uses. Staff finds the existing mature trees provide adequate screening for the residential uses across 5th AVE NW. • Parking must be managed on-site through the existing shared parking arrangements. On street parking is prohibited on 5th AVE NW, ensuring parking will not overflow into residential 100 notices were sent out, there were no inquiries. Staff recommends approval with conditions. Chairperson Howard questioned the reason staff designed the revised plan. City Planner Gundlach clarified that the intent was to demonstrate the requirements, explaining the applicant will submit a revised plan at the time the building permit is applied for. Commissioner Nichols-Matkaiti asked if any additional lighting is proposed. The applicant responded any lighting would be low voltage. Commissioner McPherson questioned if there will be any access from the street side. Ms. Gundlach responded an (alarmed)Emergency Exit would likely be required. Commissioner Alvey asked if there would be limits on the hours of operation. City Planner Gundlach explained any disruptive noise issues, would likely be forwarded to Public Safety. The applicant will need to monitor that, as calls for service to the Public Safety Department will affect the applicant's liquor license application process. Chairperson Howard opened the Public Hearing at 9:11 pm. Marla Ordway, representing Pratt Ordway stated she is hopeful this project will help other tenants in the area. Pamela Lynn, representing Glory Days Bar commented that have had numerous requests for patio seating. Motion by Commissioner Danger seconded by Commissioner Alvey to close the Public Hearing. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays, Public Hearing was closed at 9:15 pm. Commissioner Danger commented that all the commissioners hope to see businesses succeed, and commented that the patio addition will be a benefit. Motion by Commissioner McPherson seconded by Commissioner Nichols-Matkaiti to approve staff recommendation; amending condition No. 1 removing the "as illustrated" clause. Commissioner Nichols-Matkaiti asked if this recommendation is consistent with the Champps request. Ms. Gundlach confirmed it is. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried 6