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CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL NO. 7 character of buildings and site improvements in the surrounding area, unless a change of character is called for in the Community Management Plan; The existing building has both commercial and residential characteristics and its location and design make it relatively compatible with the surrounding residential and commercial uses. h) The proposed use is not expected to substantially impair the use and enjoyment of the property in the area or have a materially adverse impact on the property values in the area when compared to the impairment or impact of generally permitted uses; No evidence has been presented to suggest otherwise. i) The proposed use is provided with screening and buffering adequate to mitigate undesirable views and activities likely to disturb surrounding uses; Landscaping will be inspected to ensure that adequate screening is retained between the existing building and the adjacent residential neighborhood, and that all landscaping required with the original PUD site approvals is in place. This includes vegetative screening throughout the site as well as structural screening of the dumpster area. j) The proposed use will not create a nuisance which generates smoke, noise, glare, vibration, odors, fumes, dust, electrical interference, general unsightliness, or other means; No evidence has been presented to suggest otherwise. k) The proposed use will not cause excessive non-residential traffic on residential streets, parking needs that cause a demonstrable inconvenience to adjoining properties, traffic congestion, or unsafe access; No evidence has been presented to suggest otherwise. Access easement through the Senior Housing site are in place to allow access to Brown Road in the interim before Wayzata Boulevard improvements are completed by Hennepin County. 1) The proposed use is designed to take into account the natural, scenic, and historic features of the area and to minimize environmental impact, The proposed daycare use of the existing building is not expected to have any negative effects on the environment nor the natural, scenic and historic features of the area. m) All exterior lighting shall be so directed so as not to cast glare toward or onto the public right-of-way or neighboring residential uses or districts; The site currently contains appropriately shielded parking lot lighting. Any changes to the exterior lighting will be reviewed to ensure conformance with the glare standards, and n) The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, public safety, or general welfare. There is no evidence that the proposed use will have detrimental effects. Page 3 of 5