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block in a color similar to or complimentary to the main structure on the site. The material of the base must extend at least one-half way up the sides of the sign face. The Planning Commission recommended as a condition of approval that the base materials be modified to comply with the Sign District 4 requirements. The updated sign plan submitted by the Applicant now meets this requirement. 5. Size of Freestanding Signs, Total Sign Area — Flexibility Requested The Applicant is seeking flexibility on the total sign area of the proposed monument sign. The Arden Hills Sign Code prohibits the total area of a freestanding sign from exceeding 1.5 times the permitted sign copy area of a freestanding sign. The permitted sign copy area of a freestanding sign in District 4 is 50 square feet, allowing for a total sign area of 75 square feet. The total area of the proposed sign is approximately 87.5 square feet, 1.75 times the permitted sign copy area of 50 square feet. The Applicant is requesting flexibility to allow an additional 12.5 square feet of sign area to construct the proposed monument sign. Lastly, the freestanding sign will be externally lit using ground lighting, as permitted by Sign District 4. Proposed Freestanding Sign 12.5' Wide 7.4' High C. Directional Signs — Complies with Requirements The Applicant is proposing one (1) directional sign in compliance with Chapter 12 — Sign Code of the Arden Hills City Code. As stated in the application, the directional sign will direct visitors to either the delivery area or the main entrance. According to the Applicant, this is necessary because the loading/off-loading area is located at the back of the building, and the directional sign is placed at the point at which truck deliveries need to be notified to turn. It will also help quickly identify the main entrance for family visitors as well as emergency services. 9ft-gin Imin Page 6 of 8