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rrom the west. However, rrom the east, the building will be 1 full story higher because of the way the terrain drops off An additional main entrance would be constructed at the lower level on the south east side of the building; thereby, creating a 40' height for the building when viewed rrom the south east. Mr. Falk eXplained that the shape of the building is driven, in part, by the need for better acoustics in the interior of the new worship center as well as meeting the existing floor elevations in the present facility. He described the definition of "height" as defined in the building code as the mid-point of the roofline. Mr. Falk stated that the staff recommends approval of the 10' height variance, because of the topographic differences on the site, and because of the need to match the existing facility floor levels, as well as allow for parking and handicapped access at the lower southeast level. A general discussion among the Commission members ensued regarding the need for a variance. Member Wall asked if a design can be created which works on this site which does not require a variance. Planner Falk responded that a variance would not be necessary if the southeast corner of the building were filled. This would reduce the amount of parking and require access into the building rrom the west side. The building would be measured only rrom the west side and would be within the height requirements of the code. Currently the proposed building would be 5' taller than the existing structure as viewed from the west. The overall height is estimated to be 53' from the southwest corner to the top of the roof Member Wall asked if the south side view could be softened with large trees. Member Harms asked if there was a landscape plan which accompanied the variance request. City Planner Falk responded that there is a development review that must be completed after the Planning Commission and City Council deal with the issue of height. In the development review process, the landscaping and all other site conditions will be clarified. Mr. David Bishop ofRoseville Lutheran Church, Pastor George Weinman, Architect John Justice were presented to the Commission. Mr. Bishop described the architectural design and the flexibility. He explained the hardships related to matching stair levels and floor levels with the existing building. He stated the hardship is one of shape and size that reduce the usability of the remainder of the site. Mr. Bishop explained the audio system and the stages that would be installed within the facility. He also discussed the multipurpose use of the building. He explained that the highest point of the building would be 300' back rrom Roselawn Avenue. He pointed out existing trees along the Boulevard and noted that they would remain, and additional trees would be planted in the parking lot and adjacent to the building. Member Wall stated that, if no variance was granted, the acoustical system would be the facet of the project that would suffer most. 6