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Although a Site Plan Reviewdoes not require a public hearing, a public meeting notice was prepared by the City and mailed to properties within three-hundred fifty (350) feet of the subject property. Findings of Fact The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed sign standard adjustment at 4105 Lexington Avenue North meets the criteria in the Sign Code to deviate from the sign regulations and if the proposed increase in wall signagewould adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood and the community as a whole. Staff offers the following findings for consideration: 1.The property is located in theI-1 Limited Industrial District. 2.The property is located in Sign District 6. 3.In Sign District 6,wall signage up to sixty (60) square feet and freestandingsignage up to forty-five (45) square feet is permitted. 4.Gradient Financial is proposing one (1) wall sign on the northeast corner of the building. 5.The proposed signs would measure approximately twenty-one (21)feet by six (6) feet, an area of 126 square feet. 6.The proposed sign would display the Gradient logo and the text for Gradient Centerwith non-illuminated reverse channel letters. 7.The proposed sign is made from high quality materials that will accent the existing building façade. 8.Section 1260 of the Sign Code permits deviation from the Sign Code through the Site Plan Review process. 9.The proposed sign at 126 square feet is proportionate to the size of the principlestructure. 10.The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose I-1 Limited Industrial District. 11.Increasing the amount of wall signage would not have a negative impact on adjacent properties or the City as a whole. Staff Recommendation Based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, staff recommends approval of Planning Case 13-018for a Sign Standard Adjustment under the Site Plan Review process.Staff recommends the following four (4)conditions be included with the approval: 1.That the project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. 2.That one (1) wall sign up to 126 square feet in size shall be permitted.No additional wall signage shall be allowed.