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Planning Commission Minutes August 9, 1995 Jim Cross, representing Western Auto, Richard Goodby of Western Auto, Steve Johnston Engineer representing Western Auto, and Denise Valenta, Architect representing Western Auto, made presentations. Steven Johnston stated that the site landscaping can be improved and will be expanded to include screening with pinoaks and dogwood along the Snelling Avenue entrance. The landscaping on the periphery will be expanded to include ash trees along the south and east boulevards. The concrete curb in the parking lot will be installed along the north and west sides of the existing parking lot. He noted that concrete curb and gutter cannot be placed along the edge of the parking bumper and sidewalk on the south property line. The applicant prefers to leave the bumper and paving as is in this location. Mr. Johnson noted that a variance to remove a bay of parking would require additional parking on the north side of the parking lot. He also responded to a staff comment about lighting along the west wall of the project, noting that a light fixture with lighting cast down to the ground can be constructed which will eliminate glare problems. Member Sandstrom asked how many parking spaces are normally required in a Western Auto lot. Jim Cross responded that normally 65 spaces are required and that the Oakcrest and Snelling site has 35-40 more spaces than needed. Denise Valenta, Architect representing Western Auto, explained the design standards for the building and noted that the Western Auto project will meet the City of Roseville design standards with brick and stucco on the exterior of the building. She showed day and night pictures of the proposed project. Member Wietecki asked if the dumpster size was adequate to handle the trash generated by the retail auto store. Ms. Valenda explained the dumpster will be 25 ft. sq. and will be adequate for handling the refuge materials. She noted that no used tires will be sold on the site. Member Cunningham asked how Western Auto will handle hazardous materials. Jim Cross stated that Western Auto will meet all State standards for removal and containment of hazardous materials. State licenses are required. John Sims, 2579 Charlotte, asked what would be the future plan for the area known as the "vacant lot". Chairman Wietecki responded that it would require a PUD Amendment to allow additional development on the vacant portion of the project area. Darrell Galish, 2570 Charlotte, stated that the proposal will be detrimental to the values of the homes in the area. The project is out of character with projects along Snelling 4