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VN-154 -3- ~' In regards to the warrants for the variance, attention is directed to the applicants-statement pertaining to the :need ,of `the signing... We would note that this particu lay case is similar` to other developments in New Brighton where thee.-lots and homes are knot readily visible from a major road. he sign, as depicted on `the drawing, does not appear to be particular y offensive. Of more concern is the proposed locatipn for the sign. The setbacks as shown would be 10' from the Long :Lake Road right-of-way and;25'::.from the`Poppyseed Drive right-of-way: Ube would suggest that. if he variance is approved, that the sign be located slightly further to the east. Thiswould eliminate any possible obstruction at the .intersection.. Planning `Commission Cons ideration - (~pr i l 20, 1976) The City Planner reviewed his commentso Marcel Ebensteiner, representing the applicant, was present to answer•.questions. Mr. Eibensteiner indicated that the identification sign was needed to alert potential customers to the homes in the Brittany Beach area. Mr. Eibensteiner noted that the Brittany Beach area is somewhat hidden and many people are not aware of the locations Harty. asked what type of construction sign would be allowed if the sign were on the applicants property. The City Planner noted that one unlighted sign may be displayed for a residential project for the initial offering of ten. or more new dwelling units for a .period of not to exceed two years. It was also noted. that the size of the sign would have to be in conformance :with the Table of Basic Design Elements,-except that the area of the sign may be increased to 61 square feet so long as it is situated no closer than 150 feet from the property line of an occupied residence that is not part of the development. Fredrickson indicated that a time limit for the sign may be desirable. Motion by Partyke, seconded by Fredrickson, to recommend approval of VN-154 sc~h the follawiag conditions s 1. That-the sign be erected and maintained for a period not. to be exceeded 16 months;