City Council Agenda and Packet 1998 12 01

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the expansion, the gray, cinder block exterior on the north building elevation could be stained or painted to visually soften the appearance of that wall. Six on-site parking spaces are being provided in the rear of the building. At an allocation of two spaces per 1,000 sf, the addition would generate a demand for eight spaces. Davidson called for the applicant preseritation. Max Barber, representing SGG L.L.C, gave a brief history of the Melting Pot restaurant. He explained the concept of the restaurant and how this expansion would best serve that concept. He stated that Erik Hartronft, project architect, was available to answer questions. Erik Hartronft explained the two phases of the expansion proposal. He provided updated elevation renderings for COlillCil to review. He stated that the building height is required in order to provide adequate sloping fix roof drainage, to accommodate mechanical units, and to extend the p~apet on the south side of the building 30" abovt: the roof surface to meet code requirements. He explained that they are considering painting an old sign on the north facade to soften its appearance and placing wood siding on the south facade. He requested clarification on whether the City is including restaurants in the retail establishments they are providing parking for. Barber stated that the restaurant will be open for evening meals only so they would not require any parking during th(~ day. Davidson replied that restaurants are considered retail establishments and called for Council co'mments and questions. Howard expressed his approval of the project. Levihn stated that he did not consider height to be an issue since the height of the addition is the same as the existing building and expressed his approval of the project. Keany suggested breaking up the wood on the south facade, possibly with the appearance of windows or by providing changes in the direction of the wood. He complimented the applicant on the appearance of the building. Mayer suggested providing additional details on the appearance of the rolling, glass-panel door. He questioned whether there will be adequate parking space for employees and suggested that staff determine a method for calculating parking spaces to include employees. Sisk agreed with Levihn. He requested renderings for the south elevation of the building and suggested that a dimensional view from all angles be included in the presentation to the Planning Commission. He agreed with Mayer on employee parking and expressed his approval of the project. 20