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Member Traynor found that there is an appropriate alternative and he will not support the proposal. Member Bakeman also will not support the proposal; too many walls and clutter along Victoria and an option exists. Vice Chair Mulder also will oppose the variance because an option exists that does not require a separate motion. Motion: Member Bakeman moved, seconded by Member Traynor, to recommend denial of a Variance to Section 1004.01A7 of the Roseville City Code for Kenneth Berger, based on the findings that options are available to add on to the existing garage and property can be put to a reasonable use without a variance. Ayes: 3, Mulder, Traynor, Bakeman Nays: 2, Peper, Ipsen Motion carried. c. Planning File 3467: Request by Starbucks coffee, 2305 Fairview, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow construction of a drive-through service window at Fairdale Shop pes. Acting Chair Mulder opened the hearing and requested City Planner Thomas Paschke provide a summary of the project report dated May 7,2003. Thomas Paschke advised that Starbucks' Corporation in cooperation with Walpert Properties (property owner) was seeking approval of a conditional use permit to allow the installation of a new drive-thru window and order board at their fast food convenience restaurant at 2305 Fairview Avenue North. The property is currently occupied by a 1,600 square foot coffee shop/cafe. The recently amended City Code identified this type of use as a Class II Restaurant or Fast Food Convenience. The existing structure has 30 seats, approximately 45 off-street parking spaces are allotted to this area, and there is room for a drive-thru with a stacking capacity of six vehicles. He explained the traffic flow improvements, angle parking and islands. Based on findings, staff recommends approval of the request for a conditional use permit to allow the construction and operation of a new drive-through facility at Starbuck's 2305 Fairview Avenue North, subject to the following conditions: a. Submittal of a revised site, lighting and landscape plan including the three curbed islands similar to the plan designed by Staff (05/07/03); the design of angle parking in the south parking lot; parking and building lighting meeting Section 1010.12 of the City Code; additional plantings along the west and south property line, including trees consistent with the City's Street Tree Master Plan. b. Minor variations from the approved plans may be approved by the City's Development Review Committee, under the direction of the Community Development Director; however, any substantial departures from the approved plans will require an amendment to the conditional use permit. c. All signage, including the menu board, for the project must comply with the requirements of Section 1009 of the City Code, including the size and location of wall signs, monument sign, and directional signs. d. The curb along the front of the property shall be repaired and/or replaced. Paving must be repaired by mill and overlay or other technique approved by the Public Works Director. Because of the cars that will line up to use the window, pedestrian access from and through the parking lot must be clearly marked at the entry point by painting the pavement surface and caution signage near the front door of the building. The site plan, curbs, islands and signage will be worked out with staff. e. Prior to a building permit being issued for redevelopment of the site, the applicant shall post a landscape bond, letter of credit or other security acceptable to the City, in an amount equal to 150% of the cost of landscaping, trash enclosures, and site paving and curbing restoration. The specific amount of this security shall be determined by the Community Development Director following completion of all site construction plans. f. The applicant shall record the approved conditional use permit with the Ramsey County Recorder prior to the issuance of any building permit or within sixty days of approval, whichever is less (Section 1 013.01-City Code). g. The conditional use permit shall expire within six months of the date of City Council approval if a building permit is not obtained for the approved development (Section 1013.03 of the City Code). Vice Chair Mulder asked for details of vehicle stacking areas and asked if all parking should be counter-clockwise, one-way traffic with angled parking. Member Peper suggested a one-way as per McDonalds, Arbys, etc. Thomas Paschke explained his review of traffic concerns. Tom Banks, Chicago Starbucks, proposed all one-way traffic in a counter-clockwise manner with stop signs and islands. Member Peper asked if there is a difference between staff and Mr. Bank's proposal. Staff can refine the design with Starbucks. Islands are to be curbed, low and landscaped.