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smaller ornamental trees along the interior lot line abutting a neighboring industrial property to the east, and clustered plantings of trees and shrubs surrounding Detention Pond A in the center west of the property. The applicant is requesting landscape waivers from requirements pertaining to plantings interior to parking lots and to screening the northern portion of the main building, which are described below. The proposal also includes an orchard for the distillery use, which would be planted on City property to the west of the subject property. Staff supports use of this City -owned parcel for an orchard contingent on a maintenance agreement pertaining to care of the orchard between the City and the applicant. The final draft of the agreement will be included in the staff packet to City Council. Automobile, ADA, bike, and EV parking for all uses is provided on site as required per zoning, and bike parking is accessible directly from the trail along the south side of the property. In addition, the application proposes a Shared Parking Agreement to accommodate overflow parking for larger events. The south portion of the main building, labeled "Tasting Section" on the site plan, includes the tasting room, event space, and kitchen, and outdoor patio space oriented toward the large open space ("Detention Pond A") to the west. The north portion of the main building, labeled "Distribution Section," includes a loading dock and loading area to the north of the parking lot. That area also includes trash and recycling, a fire access lane, and space for turning around shuttles, fire trucks, and automobile circulation on the site. On the western edge of the property, the proposal includes the use of a historic building positioned near the intersection of Highway 42 and Empire Road for maximum public visibility. The building would serve as a special event structure and is currently undergoing a separate process with the City for assessing, landmarking, moving, and rehabilitating the structure. Ironton PUD, SRU, Plat, Easement Vacation, & Annexation Agreement Amendment Page 4 of 20 Planning Commission Staff Report