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ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETNG—SEPTEMBER 26, 2011 8 space at the Traverse Business Center. He stated the proposed silos stick out 56 feet into the parking lot and questioned if they could be located closer to the building. Mr. Munsterman explained that they initially planned to place the silos next to the building but the location of underground utilities and the necessity for footings under the silos makes that impossible. The silos are being placed per the engineer's recommendation. Mayor Grant asked if the silos have to be external to the building. Mr. Munsterman responded that they do have to be located externally. Councilmember Holmes asked if they had considered placing the silos parallel to the building. Mr. Munsterman stated they had considered that but because of the containment system,the Fire Marshal would not allow that configuration. Mayor Grant commented that it appears that Hood Packaging is basically expanding into their parking lot without screening adjacent to a large business center. He stated he isn't happy about the expansion into the parking lot, but with screening he could support the proposal. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Werner seconded to approve Planning Case 11-019 for a Planned Unit Development Amendment at 1887 Gateway Boulevard, based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the four conditions in the September 26, 2011, report to the City Council. Mayor Grant again questioned if this is the only location for the silos on the property. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded the motion to amend the recommendations and include number 5 that there be screening similar (14 feet in height) to the screening that is already there between the chiller and the silos so it blocks the stark white containment tank view from the street and that staff work with the applicant for proper placement. Councilmember Tamble asked if the screening referred to in the amendment poses any kind of hazard. Mr. Munsterman responded that he doesn't think the screening will be an issue as long as there is sufficient room to access the tank in case of an emergency. The amendment carried on a 4-1 vote (Tamble-Nay). Discussion ensued and Council consensus was to table this matter to give staff time to research the City Code regarding screening.