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zoning district. The hardware distributor, sign shop, and luto/boat service do not conform. A third use, Com-Tek may conform if it functions as an office. Staff, how ever, is not familiar with its operation for purposes of zoning classification. The applicant has stated that his business operates in the same manner as a museum and antique store. The applicant has indicated that much of his business is conducted over the telephone and through the mail. The proposed location would provide the applicant more indoor storage space and is designed as a showroom. ISSUES 1.The proposed use is not allowed in the zoning district as either a permitted or conditional use. 2.The existing furniture store was approved in 1986 at which time the Planning Commission and City Council found that it would operate similar to a gallery. 3.The current uses in the B5 district in the vicinity of this property generally do not conform to the list of permitted and conditional uses. 4.The size of the building, 6880 sq. ft. and amount of available parking, 9 spaces, limits the reuse of the building. STAFF RECOMMENDATION If the Planning Commission finds that the use is substantially similar to the intent and purpose of the B5 district, staff would recommend that a resolution be drafted for Council consideration that addresses the use for classic car sales vs. new or used vehicles. The resolution may also include standards for outdoor display of vehicles, parking, signage, and landscaping. Should the Planning Commission find that the use is not substantially similar to an antique store or museum, then the Commission should provide the applicant further direction *%garding the possibility of a zoning amendment to the B5 district to revise the list of permitted or conditional uses. U 23 10 Classic Car Sales, Richard Bury 3850 Shoreline Drive October 20. 1997 page —4