07-17-1995 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON JULY 1.7, 1995 ( #2 - #2026 New Horizon Child Care - Continued) Mabusth said the applicant has presented two options for the main signage. One option is a 4- 1/2x4 -1/2' single sided sign to be attached to the facility. The other alternative is a free- standing sign, 4-1/2x4-1/2, smaller than originally proposed, but located in the same place at a lower height. The entrance pylon is also reduced in size to 4'x4' at a height of 13'8 ". The sign contractor has provided the electrical specifications as required. New Horizon will install timers on the signs and turn the lights off at a prescribed time if recommended as the facility is in a residential area. Smith asked if this was at the request of the City or a company policy. Bergen said there was no set company policy. Such determinations were made by the neighborhood within the City the child care center is located. If the center is in a commercial setting, New Horizon generally does not put timers on their illuminated signs. The child care center in Wayzata was noted as being in a commercial zone with similar lighting and brightness of illumination. Lindquist recommended the entrance sign include the verbage, "entrance ". Smith and Rowlette agreed as the entrance is difficult to detect. There were no public comments. • Lindquist moved, Smith seconded, to approve Application #2026 for one sign on the building, option #1, an entry sign with additional verbage to indicate the entrance, and an illuminated apron; both apron and building sign's illumination to be controlled by timers. Appropriate hours of illumination will be worked out with Staff. Smith noted people using the Luce Line do not wish to see lighted signs. Ayes 4, Nays 0. ( #3) #2032 MICHAEL AND LYNNE GERHLICHER, 1375 REST POINT ROAD - VARIANCES - PUBLIC HEARING 7:13 -7 :28 P.M. The Certificate of Mailing and Affidavit of Publication were noted. Mr. Gerhlicher was present. Mabusth reported that the application is for height and rear /street lot line setback for fencing exceeding the 3 -1/2' height requirement. The fencing will replace a former privacy fence. The height of the fence averages 6 to 6-1/2' in height with 7' at center posts and 5' at the mid section. The fencing is located out of the 75' setback area and will be reinstalled on the side lot line. The average lakeshore setback is met, and the fence will have no visual impact on the seasonal cabin next door. Lindquist asked if the 1977 survey is the latest survey available. Mabusth said it was and noted that the lot lines have not changed.