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required criteria number 3 is met. In this case, criteria one and three are most applicable. The criteria are as follows: 1.There are site conditions which require a sign adjustment to allow the sign to be reasonably visible from a street immediately adjacent to the site; or, 2.The sign adjustment will allow a sign of exceptional design or a style that will enhance the area or that is more consistent with the architecture and design of the site; and 3.The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose of the zoning district in which the property is located or the current land use. The applicant has submitted a letter responding the above criteria (Attachment A). 2. Purpose of the B-2 District According to Section 1320.04 Subd. 7 of the Zoning Ordinance, the purpose of the B-2 District is as follows: 1.To be a place in which people can live, work and play. 2.To create a compact, architecturally diverse, pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly community with a distinct identity. 3.To provide a connected sidewalk system and places for people to gather and socialize. 4.To implement design standards to promote an attractive environment with lasting and sustainable value. 5.To group compatible retail and service business uses that tend to draw trade that is naturally interchangeable and promotes business prosperity. 6.To provide an adequate supply of business and professional service areas to meet the needs of residents. 7.To minimize the effects of traffic congestion, noise, odor, glare and similar safety problems. 8.To implement the Plan known as the “Guiding Plan for the B2 District,” which was adopted by the City Council on October 27, 2008. Findings of Fact The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed sign standard adjustment at 1195 County Road E meets the criteria in the Sign Code to deviate from the sign regulations and if the proposed temporary on-premise signage would adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood and the community as a whole. Staff offers the following twelve findings for consideration: 1.The property is located in the B-2 Zoning District and Sign District 5.