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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 23.1998 (#2439 Service 800, Inc., continued) Bredeson remarked that It is a primary goal of Service 800 to end up with a building that they can take pride in as well as addressing their future and present business needs. Radioff stated the lighting being proposed is in compliance with Orono's lighting standards. Mayor Jabbour inquired whether the 26.1 percent lot coverage is in line with what has been approved previously for other commercial sites. Gaffron stated the 26.1 percent is slightly higher than what has been approved previously, noting that the ordinance when adopted was geared more towards residential and accessory structures located on less than two acres rather than commercial sites. City Staff has reviewed commercial sites in the surrounding areas and has found that on average 25 to 30 percent lot coverage is typical for a commercial site. Radioff remarked that other cities regulate parking relative to the size of the building. Mayor Jabbour stated the public should be made aware of the differences between this development and the proposed project in Navarre. Gaffron stated this site is not subject to hardcover requirements which the other site is and lies within a B-1 District which has a different set of standards than a B-5 District. Kelley expressed a concern about the type of development that the City would like to see along Highway 12, noting that he would like to continue with the proposed lighting and setbacks for the remainder of Highway 12. Kelley noted i:iat the B-1 District was Orono's most intense commercial use district, and raised a concern about what this building might possibly be used for 15 years down the road. Kelley noted that this building has a potential of 30 employees in the building and there might be a problem with lack of parking in the future. Kelley stated he is in favor of the project. Gaffron stated that any new use associated with the building would require a certificate of occupancy and those issues could be addressed at that time. Bredeson stated they are proposing to use the building for their own use and anticipated growth, noting they do not have any intentions at this time to rent (he vacant space out. Bredeson remarked that the company's groviith has not been rapid and they anticipate this building will accommodate their needs for the next ten to fifteen years Kiemen noted that they do not have a problem if the City Council would like the additional parking stalls constructed at this time. Kiemen noted that City Council can control the future uses of this building. Mayor Jabbour stated it is the obligation of the City Council to address all issues when considering an application. Goetten indicated in her view it is an attractive project, noting she is fine with the proposed parking and likes the green space. Goetten inquired what would trigger the additional parking spaces. Gaffron stated that would be up to the property owner to determine. Keliey inquired what district Otten Brothers is located in. Page 19