City Council Agenda and Packet 1999 01 19

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Braun provided a brief review of the building and the site and was then available to answer any questions. Davidson called for Council comments and questions. Mayer expressed concern for the cottonwood trees in the landscape plan due to their short life span and questioned why they were selected. Braun replied that he was unable to answer that question but possibly the landscape architect would be able to. He agreed to reconsider the cottonwoods if the City would prefer that they do so. Howard stated that he did not see the need to reconsider the cottonwood trees. He asked Braun to identify the conditions of approval that he is in agreement with. Braun replied he agrees with conditions one and two, however, not with the remaining conditions three through seven. Wood stated that condition number three requires that the applicant incorporate additional areas of synthetic stucco on the office portion of the building. In the absence of a cement example, staff would prefer additional areas of synthetic stucco. He stated that condition number four requires that the articulated, sculptural reveal lines proposed on the north, south, and east elevations are increased to three inches and staff has no objection to how this is presented on the PUD. He stated that condition number five requires that fixtures be limited to a maximum of 250 -watts for parking lot pole lights as staff would prefer to stay consistent with a uniform 250 -watt maximum. This would also require that additional parking lot pole lights are added to provide adequate lighting levels, which is condition number six. He stated that condition number seven requires that the proposed wall sign not be internally illuminated: This condition was made to establish a signage standard. Keany stated that most of the staff concerns pertain to the appearance of the overall development. He asked O'Connor what he would propose for lighting and signage. O'Connor replied that, in the absence of industrial guidelines, he feels the lighting and signage proposals are acceptable. He stated that his personal preference would be the lower wattage lighting. Levihn asked Braun if the landscaping in Phase One would require removal to complete Phase Two. Braun replied, yes, however, they anticipate being able to relocate the trees. Wood requested to' clarify two subdivision obligations. The obligation to completely construct Dogwood Street is required in Phase One to provide a secondary access off Cherry for emergency vehicles. The subdivision agreement also required the subdivider to install public street lights at the frequency established by Public Service Company. 12