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City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes January 8, 2003 He advised that the doors of each unit are metal roll-up, and the walls between units would be concrete, as would the outside and backside walls. He stated that from the front streetscape they would utilize colored block, with some signage and the office being visible, as well as a pylon sign and flagpole. He indicated security was addressed through the lift gate access, with laser beam security after hours, tied into the police department, and lighting that would go off with attempted after hours entry. He stated the fire department had indicated sprinklers were necessary in the industrial park, and each unit would have one. They have met with the fire Chief and discussed how to tie into the fire department, and will have an access box for them. He advised that all turns within the development accommodate semi-trailers. He indicated the buildings are non-combustible, since the walls between are metal stud, metal sheet. He stated they have had a preliminary meeting with Rice Creek Watershed District. A pond on-site accommodates the southern one-third, however they will need a storm water holding pond to accommodate the northern two-thirds. They would create a second pond to aid in evaporation. He indicated that as they move through the process with Rice Creek they expect that the pond size will shrink from that shown now. He stated the green space requirements in the industrial park are 10 percent, however they currently show 30 percent. He mentioned that the larger building has drive through unit capabilities, and noted no units face out, which aids in the containment and security of the development. He stated they have tried to comply with all ordinances on signage, landscaping, etc. and believe they have done that. Mr. Tom Keller, Mr. Votel's partner, indicated they have talked about this project for 5 years, and have looked at many sites. He indicated they have decided on Community Self-Storage for the business name, as they want to be part of the community. He indicated he used to think self-storage units were rented by lower income individuals, more transient in nature. He has found that isn't the case. As more ordinances prevent storing of motorcycles, snowmobiles, etc. in yards, there is more need for the average homeowner to use this type of facility. He feels having this close by helps clean up neighborhoods. He stressed that security is important to them, and they have worked with the police to determine surveillance camera needs and what needs to be done to keep crime out. He feels the City will be proud of this development. Council Member Broussard Vickers stated they are asking for a Special Use Permit, however there is a problem with the section of land in front of the road. Condemnation proceedings were started, then stopped. The land is not currently divided. She thought they could do a Special Use Permit subject to terms, adding that if the Council denies now the petitioners would have to start over with their application. City Attorney Hoeft indicated granting a Special Use Permit subject to terms is not an option. There is no problem with the plan, however if the Council were to grant a Special Use Permit conditionally, they could not use because there is no access to the property. He understands that the developer does not want to work with the City. He stated the Page 7 of 20