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Minutes of the Regular .ncil Meet.ing, July 13, 1987 . Page 2 . CASE #87-21 (Cont'd) Tim Nelson, Everest 11/ Nielsen & Associates Realty, was present and explained t.hat the current tenant has exceeded growth expectation and the proposed parking lot expansion is to meet their current parking needs. He noted that they are planning to preserve the plantings in the area for replacement on the berm; Nelson explained that the hardship is the inability to meet parking needs of the tenant on-site. He ... suggested concerns relative to precedent setting could be eliminated by attaching the variance to the current use of the site. Winiecki expressed concern that the 31 spaces proposed would not fulfill future expansion needs; her opinion was based on the projected growth figures stated by applicant. Arnold Angeloni, representative of Deluxe Check Printer, stated the parking lot expansion as requested would provide adequate parking for at least two years; advised they are discussing alternate solutions for future growth. Councilmember Sather stated that in his opinion the reduction of green space was not drastic; the Village would benefit from the business growth and the on-street parking problem would be eliminated. Councilmember Peck arrived. Winiecki stated that she was not opposed to the variance request, however, she expressed concern that the tenants will outgrow this facility and vacate the building, however, the variance will remain on the site. Tim Nelson advised that he would be willing to restore the green space area if ... Deluxe should vacate the facility in the future. He stated that the parking lot as it currently exists exceeds the parking requirements for the site, it is used to capacity because of the present tenant and their production department; if the building were used strictly for office use, the parking problem would not occur. Sather moved, seconded by Woodburn, that Council approve Case #87-21, Site Coverage Variance for parking lot expansion, 1275 Red Fox Road, Everest II, as submitted. Motion failed. (Sather voting in favor; Woodburn and Winiecki opposed; Peck abstained) (1-2-1) Winiecki moved, seconded by Woodburn, that Council deny Case #87-21, Site Coverage Variance for parking lot expansion, 1275 Red Fox Road, Everest II, based on the fact that there are no identifiable hardships related to the land and the applicant has not explored alternative plans for parking lot expansion. Motion carried. (Winiecki and Woodburn voting in favor; Sather opposed; Peck abstained) (2-1-1) CASE #87-22; AMENDED SITE PLAN; PERKINS, RED FOX/LEXINGTON Council was referred to Planner's memorandum (6-26-87), relative to the amended site plan review for Perkins restaurant at Red Fox Road and Lexington Avenue. . Miller explained the applicant is proposing to convert the Town Crier restaurant to a Perkins; the conversion will include interior remodeling, construction of additions for a new entrance, a solarium dining area, and food storage facilities. He stated the exterior of the building will be upgraded and the parking lot expanded. Council was referred to the Planning Commission minutes of 7-1-87; recommending approval contingent upon the applicant submitting a landscape plan and a plan for trash enclosure; Miller advised that both had been submitted and reviewed by him and it was his opinion both plans were adequate. The Planner noted that no signage diagrams were submitted, however, the applicant advised that signs will be replaced in accordance with Ordinance requirements. There was discussion of the relocation of the front entrance to the north of the building and placement of no parking signs along the west driveway. Tom Koury, owner of the restaurant, was present to answer any questions. .