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Mayer stated that he is concemed about the use of the basement as office space as it would increase the FAR to 2.7, in addition to creating greater parking demands. Hartronft expressed his disappointment that Council is now choosing to require parking for this project. Davidson replied that Council has expressed concern for parking all along. Howard stated that he believes Council is willing to accommodate this proposal as much as they can; however, there is a definite parking issue. He stated that this project will only increase the downtown parking demand. The City has asked the business community to help but he is not aware of any ideas or suggestions coming forth from the businesses. Mayer suggested that staff develop a time limit on commercial PUDs, possibly a five-year limit. He moved that Council table Resolution No. 43, Series 1998, Final PUD Development Plan, Business Answers, 728 Main Street, until the August 18, 1998 Council meeting, seconded by Levihn. Howard stated that he did not feel Council is being responsive to the needs of the applicant by tabling this Resolution, as the applicant has clearly stated they would like Council's vote tonight. He suggested that Council give the applicant an answer, unless the applicant is agreeable to tabling the decision until the August 18 Council meeting. Roll call was taken. Motion passed by a 5-1 vote, with Howard voting against. Mayer suggested that the City Attorney draft a condition, as earlier proposed by Davidson, for the applicant to review. Davidson directed Sam Light, City Attorney, to prepare such a draft for review. Mayer requested the draft include the requirement that the basement not be used for developed space. Levihn requested that the applicant provide evidence that the downtown businesses would, in fact, support a parking district. Cheri Ruskus replied that they will have a parking survey to present to Council. 17