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City Council Meeting Minutes November 5, 2012 Page 8 of 14 The proposal for an amended PUD would replace the portion of the existing PUD for lots 15, 16, & 17, while allowing the existing plan for lot 18 to still be constructed as an office building. Under the General Development Plan (GDP) for the Business Center at CTC, these lots, despite being zoned Industrial, are to be developed under the Commercial Development Design Standards and Guidelines (CDDSG). The CDDSG requires a minimum parking ratio of 4.0 spaces per 1,000 SF for office uses, from which the applicant is requesting a variance. The proposal includes 166 spaces in phase I, and 192 at full build out, (3.0 and 2.9 spaces per 1,000 SF). As a cycling apparel company, Pearl Izumi has many employees who bike to work. There is also an active carpool and alternative transportation programs for employees. The proposed land use request is for research, design, testing, and general office. The GDP identifies the allowed uses for the site as office, industrial, research/office, and corporate uses. Site amenities include an interior courtyard and overlook landing. The landing would include benches and a fence to prevent crossing of Highway 42. The Pearl Izumi Trail would eventually connect Coal Creek to Mayhoffer 15 Open Space. The trail would be marked "Private" until the City completes the connection. The Pearl Izumi architecture proposes weathered steel, concrete, and translucent and clear glazing. The architectural accents are of clearstories, glazing and shadows created by articulation, both horizontal and vertical. Site features include a variance request to allow a less formal, natural landscaping with native bushes and scrubs. The drainage will be accomplished through a series of retention and infiltration areas instead of a detention pond. The lighting plan will be kept to the minimum safe levels. The two variances are: 1) Reduction in minimum parking ratio and 2) Allowance for less formal landscaping. Staff recommended approval of Resolution No. 69, Series 2012. COUNCIL COMMENT Council member Loo asked if the Open Space Advisory Board had an opportunity to review the trail proposal. Planner Robinson stated they did not receive a referral. The Parks Division has reviewed the proposal and was satisfied. Council member Loo asked if this crossing would require an underpass. Planner Robinson said it would be signalized. Mayor Muckle asked if the Open Space Advisory Board did not receive a referral because it involved interior sidewalks. Planner Robinson stated this trail does not cross open space land and is fully contained on their property. APPLICANT PRESENTATION