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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 25, 2013 6 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 Center with non-illuminated reverse channel letters. 7. The proposed sign is made from high quality materials that will accent the existing building facade. 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 principal structure. 10. The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose 1-1 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. City Planner Streff indicated that the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case #13-018 and unanimously recommends approval of the Site Plan Review and Sign Standard Adjustment at 4105 Lexington Avenue North, based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans as presented in the November 25, 2013, Report to the City Council, as amended by the following four (4) conditions: 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. 3. That the wall sign shall be comprised of individual cut letters and shall not extend more than twelve (12) inches from the wall they are attached to. 4. That the applicant shall apply for a sign permit prior to the installation of the sign. Mayor Grant asked for comments or questions from the Council. Councilmember Holden did not feel the new sign and letters were proportional to the size of the building. Mayor Grant questioned the height of the letters on Arden Woods. City Planner Streff explained that the Arden Woods letters were approximately two feet in height, which was the same as the proposed letters for"Gradient Center". Councilmember Holmes asked if the two freestanding signs would remain in place. City Planner Streff stated that the signs would remain, but the location may change.