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City Council Meeting Minutes July 28, 2015 Page 5 of 28 the two commercial districts covered by the commercial guidelines. An update to the guidelines would correct the deficiency. Mayor Muckle inquired about standard restaurant parking ratios. Planning and Building Safety Director Russ explained it is broken down by restaurant and bar and the turnover expectations. Fast food restaurants have a higher turnover, where the restaurant /bar component has a longer stay ratio. Mayor Muckle asked the applicant if there are tenants for the proposed new building. Neal Lipman, McCaslin Retail LLC, explained they have leases on three of the six units and are currently in discussions with a fourth tenant who would take approximately 70- 80% of the building. Council member Lipton voiced his concern over relaxing the parking ratios. He inquired about the potential for shared parking agreements. Principal Planner McCartney explained staff requested the applicant look into shared parking agreements with the surrounding businesses. The applicant has been looking into such shared parking arrangements. Planning and Building Safety Director Russ explained this would be reviewed when a building permit application is filed for a tenant finish. The land use for a restaurant /bar would require a higher parking ratio. At that time a shared parking agreement may be required. Council member Lipton inquired about the future of the Santa Fe Grill. Mr. Lipman explained they are working with the owner to find another location in Louisville. PUBLIC COMMENT Rosie Gilbert, 418 Orchard Way, Louisville, CO reported hearing rumors Santa Fe Grill is moving to Erie or Longmont. She felt this business must be protected and asked for a guarantee Santa Fe Grill would remain in Louisville. Mayor Muckle explained the developer has said Santa Fe Grill will remain in Louisville. Mayor Muckle called for public comment and hearing none, closed the public hearing. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council member Stolzmann agreed with a shared parking agreement and felt it should be a condition of approval. She noted she has received complaints about parking conflicts in some commercial areas. Council member Loo asked Council member Stolzmann if she wanted to place a condition on the approval. Council member Stolzmann responded yes and cited the Council Communication, which stated "If City Council deems it necessary; an off -site parking agreement can be required'. Mayor Muckle agreed and asked City Attorney Light for such a condition. 35