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better with proper landscaping in future. Motion: Member Mulder moved, Member Wilke seconded, to recommend denial of a variance to reduce the front yard setback of a pylon sign to five feet for the purpose of replacing an existing pylon sign at 1930 Lexington Avenue North, based on the following staff findings and recommendations: Findings: 1. The proposed setback variance for the replacement sign is not in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Title 10 of the City Code (Zoning). There is adequate area to move back the sign to a point 15 feet from the front property line without interfering with the flow of traffic on the site. One parking space will be lost with the replacement sign at a five foot setback or a 15 foot setback. 2. The proposed sign variance, if granted, may adversely affect the public health, safety, and general welfare. The proximity of the sign to the right- of-way may interfere with the traffic light located at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and Roselawn Avenue. A setback of 15 feet would eliminate the interference with the traffic light. 3. The substandard size of the parcel creates a physical hardship for the applicant. Locating a sign at the required 30 foot setback would place it in the middle of the drive aisle of the parking lot. Motion carried 5-0. Ayes: Wilke, Harms, Olson, Klausing, Mulder Nays: 0 Motion: Member Mulder moved, Member Wilke seconded, to recommend approval of a variance to reduce the setback of a pylon sign to 15 feet (from the front property line) for the purpose of replacing an existing pylon sign at 1920 Lexington Avenue North, 1. A landscape island or masonry planter box must be installed at the base of the sign, as approved by the Community Development Director. 2. The sign must not exceed 100 square feet in area per face or 20 feet in overall height. Motion carried 5-0. Ayes: Wilke, Harms, Olson, Klausing, Mulder Nays: None 5