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PLANNING REPORT DATE: November 16, 2012 CASE: Z02012-002, SP2012-005 SUBJECT: Zoning Code Special Circumstance and Special Use Permit concerning on-site parking and permanent signage at the Community Center, 400 l Ot ST NW APPLICANT: New Brighton Parks & Recreation Department and Silver Tower Subs, Inc. —Daniel O'Bresky REQUEST&BACKGROUND New Brighton Parks & Recreation staff has been in discussions for several months with Daniel O'Breksy (franchisee) regarding a new Subway shop to be located in the New Brighton Community Center (NBCC). While the City is the landlord and the lease will be dealt with separately, for zoning purposes the Parks & Recreation Department and Mr. O'Bresky are acting as co-applicants for this request. The New Brighton Community Center is somewhat of a unique facility because it includes a variety of public/private activities that each has their own demands, especially related to parking. The introduction of a fast food restaurant-type use that relies (in part) on existing NBCC patrons creates an unusual situation for a standard land use review— in some ways it falls into what is referred to as "special circumstance" under Chapter 11 (Parking Standards) of the Zoning Code. This section of the code addresses things like proof of parking, ride sharing, other uses (not specifically mentioned) and joint facilities. In this case, the applicants are requesting consideration of the "other uses" category of Sec. 11- 040 (4). This subsection allows the City to consider unique circumstances when evaluating the required amount of parking. Additional information is provided later in the memo. This request does not require a public hearing. The applicants are also requesting an amendment to the existing Civic Campus Comprehensive Sign Plan concerning allowed permanent ground signage at the New Brighton Community Center. The New Brighton Parks & Recreation Department has prepared an amendment to the Sign Plan that would allow logos on ground signs, which isn't something that is presently allowed. Any amendment to the Civic Campus Comprehensive Sign Plan requires a Special Use Permit, which triggers a public hearing and notification of neighbors within 350' of the property. The Community Center is zoned B-4, Downtown Business, and commercial uses (including restaurants) are permitted in this zoning district. The two requests outlined in this report relate to parking and signage as a result of Subway occupying the Community Center. ATTACHMENTS A—Resolution B—Project Location Map C—Zoning Map D—Aerial Photo E—Neighborhood Notification Map F—NB Parks Narrative RE Parking G—Silver Tower Subs Narrative RE Parking (2 pages) H—NB Parks Narrative RE Signage I—Chart of Proposed Sign Plan Changes J—Amended Comprehensive Sign Plan Language K—Proposed Permanent Ground Signs L—Proposed Subway Floor Plan