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Zoning File #2085 November 17, 1995 Page 4 l.andscape plan. The B-2 standards require development of a landscape plan that provides not only for an aesthetically pleasing appearance but also provides a natural buffer and screening from adjacent users. The proposed landscape plan will result in the saving of a number of existing mature trees on the site, planting significant numbers of new trees on the site, as well as substantial shrubbery and wildflower/prairie planting areas. The proposed landscape areas exceed the B-2 code requirements for a 10' side yard landscape area, 10' along County Road 51. and 25-30’ lakeshore landscape area. Per the B-2 requirements, the parking area is intended to be curbed or otherwise provided with physical barriers to eliminate the encroachment of vehicles onto the landscape areas. Except for parking areas and designated walking paths, all groundcover in landscape areas is proposed to be living materials. Additional issues related to the B-2 District standards have been addressed, including: Site access. The B-2 Code requires that vehicle access points through the perimeter landscaping areas be limited in width. The ramp area comprises appro.ximately 75' in width or about 10% of the 700’+ length of shoreline along the parking area. Further, access from adjacent roadways is limited to the separated entrance and exit located along Tonkawa Road, with no access to the more heavily traveled North Shore Drive. A westbound/northbound right turn lane along North Shore Drive will allow stacking of vehicles out of the normal driving lanes durmg peak use periods. However, interior stacking capability is quite significant given the lineal nature of the site. Note that DNR has been working with Hennepin County regarding development of the turn lane and regarding the entranre/exit locations. Sanitary facilities. Although the B-2 standards require sanitary facilities connected to public sewer, DNR is proposing the seasonal installation of portable toilets, with suitable screening. This would appear to be appropriate from the transient-type use of the site and the need for minimal maintenance and to minimize security issues. Lighting. B-2 standards require that lighting on the premises be shielded so that no direct glare can be seen from adjoining residences, from the lake or from the roadway. Lighting is proposed only at the ramp area and at the exit/entrance area, and will be directed downward to meet City requirements. Hours of operation. The B-2 standards limit retail sales and service for a normal marina to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Code does not address suitable hours for a public access, but this has been a topic for