Planning Commission Agenda and Packet 2024 06 13

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all design requirements, though a parking reduction has been requested to more appropriately align with the reality of parking needs for the use. IDDSG: 3. Pedestrian and Bicycle Circulation The applicant proposes a new pedestrian connection and bicycle parking consistent with the standards of the IDDSG. Bicycle parking is located on the west side of the building north of the main entrance. A new pedestrian connection to S Pierce Avenue provides access to the existing attached sidewalk. IDDSG: 4. Architectural Design The building layout includes a main, storefront -style entry with primary orientation toward S Pierce Avenue. The primary service entry is on the south -side of the building and recessed into the building fagade. The building incorporates architectural features to reduce the apparent massing of the building including roofline variation, color variation, building articulation, canopies, and multi -story storefront system. The materials and color palette of the building satisfy the standards required by the IDDSG. IDDSG: 5. Landscape Design Streetscape plantings along S Pierce Avenue meet the minimum 1 tree per 20 linear feet ratio with appropriate species and includes more shrubs than required. The applicant has requested a waiver from the requirement that 1 tree per 30 linear feet be planted between adjacent land with the same zoning on the north side of the site — the required trees are planted on the west side of the site. The west perimeter meets the required 1 tree per 30 linear feet ratio and includes 24 trees as opposed to the seven required. The rest of the site is landscaped with low-water shrubs, perennials, and grasses with very little turf used only in the detention area. IDDSG: 6. Fences and Walls The application includes a retaining wall associated with the grading and drainage along the north lot line. The retaining wall on the north side is approximately 24 inches high. A cast iron, decorative fence is proposed on the south side of the site providing secured access to the customer loading area. IDDSG: 8. Exterior Site Lighting The application includes wall mounted, and pole mounted LED lights. All fixtures are full cut-off, with warm light temperatures. Compliance with 17.28.120 Section 17.28.120 of the Louisville Municipal Code lists 28 criteria for PUDs that must be satisfied or found not applicable in order to approve a PUD. Analysis and staff's recommended finding of each criterion is provided in the attached appendix. Waiver Compliance with 17.28.110 Section 17.28.110 of the Louisville Municipal Code sets forth the PUD waiver process and criteria. The application includes the following waiver requests: PUD-000477-2023 — 745 S Pierce Ave Page 5 of 11 Planning Commission — June 13, 2024 21