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4 would only house corporate offices and the mobile units. He was of the opinion the site would have adequate parking to accommodate his staff members. Commissioner Enanaa asked how many parking spaces were in the lot. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola reported the lot had 35 parking spaces which fell within the range for the mixed use zoning district. Commissioner McQuillan stated eight or nine mature trees would be removed on this site. He inquired if full sized shrubs or saplings would be planted in their place. Dr. Helgeson explained he was not an expert in this area. He deferred this question to his architect. Chris Wand, design architect, explained the plantings would be planted and grow over time. He understood losing the mature pine trees was not ideal, but in order to accommodate the staff members, several trees were being removed along the north side of the property. He indicated he would work to save as many trees as possible. He noted the trees along the west property line should all remain in place. He reported the proposed screen wall will provide necessary screening from headlights. He stated he was proposing to plant eight foot conifers. Mark Fuller, Freeburg & Grund Engineering, commented on the grading for the property. He discussed how the parking lot was inset on the north side which would assist in screening the vehicles moving in the lot from the adjacent residential properties. He indicated the new screening would provide a better buffer than what was onsite currently. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola reviewed the elevations for the site in further detail with the Commission. Commissioner Frischman asked if there was a price difference between the screening options. Mr. Wand explained the price would be fairly comparable between the two options. Chair Biedenfeld explained with Option A, it seemed unnecessary to have the metal above the stone. He questioned if Option B could be modified to bring the wall up just a little more to get the top of the fence to five feet. Mr. Wand stated this would not be a big problem. Mr. Fuller indicated he could incorporate this into the soil to reach the desired elevation difference. Commissioner Frischman stated this building was uniquely attractive because of the building materials. She supported the fence line also have several different building materials. She anticipated the surrounding residents would want to have screening in place that looked aesthetically appealing. Commissioner McQuillan explained he supported Option A versus Option B. Chair Biedenfeld indicated he could support either option. Commissioner Enanaa stated he supported Option A. Commissioner Nelsen reported he was leaning towards having a semi-permeable barrier.