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the B2 District, within each of the remaining three districts. In the interim, staff feels that in order to improve the process and review of minor and insignificant changes within the B4 and I- Flex Districts there is an opportunity for small amendments to the special requirements for these districts. Special Requirements for the B4 and I-Flex Districts Section 1320 of the City's Zoning Code outlines the purpose, land uses, and specific provisions for each of the City's zoning districts. Within this section special requirements are outlined that include the procedural process for reviewing applications in each zoning district and also any additional regulations that may apply. The existing procedure for both the B4 and I-Flex Districts requires any exterior modification of a building or site to get a conditional use permit (CUP) or a CUP Amendment. This requires a submittal of a formal land use application and review from the Planning Commission and the City Council, as well as a public hearing. Staff is not proposing to change this procedure for significant modifications to a building or site; however, in order to promote minor improvements and upgrades to a site, certain types of changes not considered significant modifications, would be exempt from the CUP process. The exemptions are listed in subdivision one, but would include such things as replacing a door, adding a window, or minor reconfigurations of a parking lot. This provides some flexibility so that minor changes can move forward in a timely fashion with administrative review and approval, and does not hinder property owners from making minor improvements to their properties. In addition to the procedural changes explained above, the language within the B4 District for the special regulations for drive-in businesses, and fast food restaurants were also amended. The intent and purpose of this subdivision has not been altered, but the phrase "drive-up windows" has been added and the review procedure has been updated to better match that of the recently amended B2 District. Recommendation At their meeting on December 3,2008, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the proposed Zoning Code changes in Ordinance 2008-013. Approve Ordinance 2008-013 to amend Section 1320.10 and Section 1320.12 of the Zoning Code regarding Special Requirements for the B4 and I-Flex Districts, as presented in the December 8, 2008, report to the City Council. Approve Publishing a Summary of Ordinance 2008-013. City of Arden Hills City Council for December 8, 2008 P: \Planning\Planning Cases\2008\08-030 B4 and I-Flex Zoning Code Amendment (Pending) \120808 - CC Report - B4 and I-Flex Amendments _ revised Page 2 of 3