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City Council Meeting Minutes July 20, 2021 Page 3 of 9 Mayor Stolzmann asked how the setback was determined in the initial general development plan (GDP). Ritchie stated in the GDP there is a 55-foot building setback and an additional 30-foot parking setback for the properties fronting 96th Street. Mayor Stolzmann noted the property has an irregular shape that could cause future issues. She asked if there has been discussion about this. Ritchie stated that the north - south drive access is set and staff feels this will dictate much of the future development and access and staff doesn't feel it is constraining to future development. Mayor Stolzmann suggested a note or finding that this lot is being approved as it is and that the adjacent lot will still need to meet all land use requirements regardless of its shape. Ritchie stated there could be a finding that the size and orientation of Parcel 1A is not justification for a waiver for future development. She also noted that adding this finding does not bind a future Council to that decision but it would clarify Council's intent. Mayor Pro Tem Maloney asked how the traffic study was done. Ritchie stated two studies were done and they cross referenced the surrounding properties to address traffic from various properties. Ritchie stated staff reviewed the studies and is comfortable with the methodology the traffic engineers used. Motion: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to approve Resolution No. 47, Series 2021; seconded by Councilmember Lipton. Councilmember Lipton asked that the condition in the staff report be included in the motion. Mayor Pro Tem Maloney agreed to add it. Mayor Stolzmann offered a friendly amendment to include a finding that the size and orientation of Lot 1 a would not be the sole justification for a waiver. She noted the lot is an unusual shape and she feels that their choice to create this oddly shaped lot should not require the City to give waivers for development on the adjacent property. Mayor Pro Tem Maloney and Councilmember Lipton agreed to the friendly amendment. Mayor Stolzmann closed the public hearing. Vote: Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote. DISCUSSION/DIRECTION — DARK SKIES COMPLIANT LIGHTING POLICY Principal Planner Ritchie stated this item is a part of the 2021 City Council work plan. The goals are to minimize adverse offsite impacts of lighting, such as light trespass and glare; to protect natural environment and wildlife; to conserve energy and resources; to reduce light pollution, and to improve nighttime environment for astronomy.