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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-08-03CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 590 - 40" Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421 -3878 (763) 706 -3600 TDD (763) 706 -3692 Visit our evebsite tel: eveviv ei coluntbin- heiehls.uern.ns MEMBERS: Machine SZLIiek, Chair Rob Viorendino Mike Peterson David Thompson Tracey Kinney PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2011 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 590 -40 AVENUE NE 1. Roll Call Minutes June 7, 2011 meeting (July 6, 2011 meeting cancelled) 2. Public Hearings: Case 42011 -0801, Conditional Use Permit, Minor Subdivision 5150 Central Avenue NE David Lu, Gerry Hettinger 3. New Business 4. Other Business 5. Adjourn The Responsibility of the Planning Commission is to: • Faithfully serve the public interest. • Represent existing and future residents, and base our decisions and recommendations on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance. • Recognize the rights of citizens to participate in planning decisions. • Protect the natural environment and the heritage of the built cavironmeat. • Exercise fair, honest, and independent judgment. • Abstain from participation when they may directly or indirectly benefit from a planning decision. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING June 6, 2011 7:00 PM The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chair - Marlaine Szurek. Commission Members present- Thompson, Peterson, Fiorendino, Kimsey, and Szurek. Also present were Council Liaison Gary Peterson, Jeff Sargent (City Planner), and Shelley Hanson (Secretary). Motion by Kinney, seconded by Fiorendino, to approve the minutes from the meeting of May 3, 2011. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. PUBLIC HEARINGS CASE NUMBER: 2011 -0601 APPLICANT: Renaissance Fireworks LOCATION: 4005 Central Avenue REQUEST: Interim Use Permit for Seasonal Sales Renaissance Fireworks, Inc. has applied for an Interim Use Permit to allow the operation of a fireworks tent at 4005 Central Avenue. The City of Columbia Heights recently amended the ordinance regarding outdoor seasonal sales in all zoning districts, and now requires an Interim Use Permit. The specific development standards for an outdoor sales /display establishment are found at Section 9.107 (C)(20), and will be added as conditions of approval for this permit. This will be the Renaissance's 7 t ' year operating a fireworks tent at this location in Columbia Heights. The attached site plan illustrates the configuration and orientation of the fireworks tent to Central Avenue. The Fire Chief has inspected the plans and will conduct a site inspection of the tent prior to the business opening for operation. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Comprehensive Plan designates the property for commercial use, including retail sales, offices and service businesses. The proposal is consistent with the intent of the City's Comprehensive Plan. ZONING ORDINANCE The zoning classification for this property located at 4005 Central Avenue is CBD, Central Business District. Fireworks tents are allowed as Interim Uses in this zoning district. Existing parking exceeds zoning requirements. Section 9.106 (L)(10) of the Zoning Ordinance requires that commercial uses provide 1 parking space for each 300 square feet of use. Therefore, the existing 87,500- square foot commercial building is required to have 263 parking spaces. After using the 13 parking spaces for the tent, the site will still have 282 parking spaces. Furthermore, with the location of the display area on the opposite side of the parking lot as the store entrances, the operation should not have any effect on vehicular access for the site. P & Z Minutes Page 2 June 7, 2011 FINDINGS OF FACT Section 9.104 (H) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines seven findings of fact that must be met in order for the City to grant an interim use permit. They are as follows: 1. The use is one of the interim uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use, as determined by the Zoning Administrator. Fireworks tents are an Interim Use in the CBD, Central Business District, and are considered retail sales, which are permitted. 2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan designates the property for commercial use, including retail sales, offices and service businesses. The proposal is consistent with the intent of the City's Comprehensive Plan. 3. The use will not impose hazards or disturbing influences on neighboring properties. The proposed temporary use should not have any detrimental impact on neighboring properties because of its proximity to Central Avenue and because it is shielded from adjacent residential uses. 4. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. The fireworks tent as proposed will have no impact on the use of adjacent properties. 5. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. The fire department will conduct an on -site survey prior to the business opening. All state requirements regarding fireworks sales will be complied with before the fire department will allow the operation of the business. 6. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. The traffic generated by the fireworks tent will not significantly increase the traffic on the public streets, and the site is large enough to handle additional interior traffc. 7. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect on other uses in the inunediate vicinity. As indicated by prior descriptions, the fireworks tent should not have a negative impact on other uses in the immediate vicinity, which are all zoned commercial. Staff recommends that the Planning Cormnission approve the Interim Use Permit for a fireworks tent subject to conditions of approval outlined in the motion. P & Z Minutes Page 3 June 7, 2011 Questions by members: Fiorendino asked if there were any changes from last year. Sargent told them there were no changes from previous years. Public Hearing was opened. No one wished to speak on this matter. The Public Hearing was closed. Motion by Fiorendino, seconded by Thompson, that the Planning Commission approves the Interim Use Permit for a fireworks tent at 4005 Central Avenue NE, subject to certain conditions of approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the public interest and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning and Development Ordinance, including: 1. The fireworks tent, display area, access aisles, and surrounding area shall be reviewed by the Community Development Department and the Fire Department. 2. The sale of fireworks shall meet all requirements of Chapter 24 of the Fire Code and NFPA Chapter 1124. 3. Fireworks tents located within the public right -of -way are prohibited. 4. All goods shall be displayed on a designated impervious surface area. 5. All goods shall be displayed in an orderly fashion, with access aisles provided as needed. 6 Music or amplified sounds shall not be audible from adjacent residential properties. 7. The fireworks tent shall not reduce the amount of off - street parking provided one -site below the level required for the principal use. 8. Signage shall be limited to two (2) professionally made signs, with a combined square footage not exceeding thirty -two (32) square feet. All ayes. MOTIONPASSED RESOLUTION NO.2011 -PZ05 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION APPROVING AN INTERIM USE PERMIT FOR RENAISSANCE FIREWORKS, INC WITHIN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2011 -0601) has been submitted by Renaissance Fireworks to the Planning and Zoning Commission requesting an Interim Use Permit approval from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site: ADDRESS 4005 Central Avenue LEGAL DESCRIPTION On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT Interim Use Permit for a fireworks tent and sale for a period of no more than 90 days, per Code Section 9.110 (F)(4)(a). P & Z Minutes Page 4 June 7, 2011 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the city Zoning Code on June 7,2011; WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has considered the advice and recommendations of the City staff regarding the effect of the proposed site plan upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to compatibility of uses, traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety in the surrounding areas; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal, that the Planning and Zoning Commission accepts and adopts the following findings: 1. The use is one of the interim uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use, as determined by the Zoning Administrator. 2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. 3. The use will not impose hazards or disturbing influences on neighboring properties. 4. The use will not substantially diminish the use ofpraperty in the immediate vicinity. 5. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. 6. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the pubic streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. 7. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses in the innnediate vicinity. FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached conditions, maps, and other information shall become part of this permit and approval; and in granting this permit the city and the applicant agree that this permit shall become null and void if the project has not been completed within one (1) calendar year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the permit. CONDITIONS ATTACHED 1. The fireworks tent, display area, access aisles, and surrounding area shall be reviewed by the Community Development Department and the Fire Department. 2. The sale of fireworks shall meet all requirements of Chapter 24 of the Fire Code and NFPA Chapter 1124. 3. Fireworks tents located within the public right -of -way are prohibited. 4. All goods shall be displayed on a designated impervious surface area. 5. All goods shall be displayed in an orderly fashion, with access aisles provided as needed. 6. Music or amplified sounds shall not be audible from adjacent residential properties. 7. The fireworks tent shall not reduce the amount of off - street parking provided one -site below the level required for the principal use. 8. Signage shall be limited to two (2) professionally made signs, with a combined square footage not Exceeding thirty -two (32) square feet. Passed this 7 °i day of June 2011, Offered by: Fiorendino Seconded by: Thompson Roll Call: All ayes P & Z Minutes Page 5 June 7. 2011 CHAIR Marlaine Szurek Attest. SECRETARY, Shelley Hanson Approval is contingent upon execution and return of this document to the City Planning Office. I have read and agree to the conditions of this resolution as outlined above. Mark Lazarchic Date CASE NUMBER: 2011 -0602 APPLICANT: Gentle Touch Animal Sanctuary / Sandee Zander LOCATION: 5019 University Avenue NE REQUEST: Conditional Use Permit for an Animal Shelter Sargent explained that on May 3, 2011, the Planning Commission recommended approval for an ordinance amendment that would require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for animal shelters located in the GB, General Business District. Previously, the City Code regulated these uses, however it did not dictate in which zoning district such uses may be located. Staff realized this omission from the City Code when Gentle Touch Animal Sanctuary called to inquire whether they could move their business into Columbia Heights. Since the Zoning Ordinance has been amended, Gentle Touch Animal Sanctuary is now requesting a CUP per Code Section 9.110 (E)(3)(s), in order to locate an animal shelter at 5019 University Avenue NE. Gentle Touch Animal Sanctuary is a 501(C)(3) non - profit feline rescue and placement service, founded by Sandee Zander in 2001. Their present location at 4900 France Avenue N. in Brooklyn Park is in mortgage default by the building owner, and their current lease expires on July 31, 2011. They have approached the building owner at 5019 University Avenue, who has agreed to allow animals at that site. Gentle Touch Animal Sanctuary primarily houses cats and kittens, and will occasionally take in a litter of puppies if all other options are exhausted. The shelter will include 13 cages in the general room, housing up to 2 cats per cage. The kitten room will contain 5 cages with 1 litter per cage. The evaluation room will have 8 cages with 1 cat per cage. No sick cats will be housed on the premises. P &Z Minutes Page 6 June 7, 2011 The total number of cats at the facility will vary throughout the year, depending on the intake of litters and adoptions. The Gentle Touch Animal Sanctuary partners with PetSmart and PetCo in order to help in the adoption process. The maximum number of animals allowed onsite depends on the size of the rooms containing the animals, and is determined by the State Board of Animal Health. The State Board of Animal Health inspects the premises at least once per calendar year as an unannounced visit. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Comprehensive Plan dedicates this area for Mixed Use Development. Mixed Uses include both residential and commercial. Since the proposed location for this business is in a preexisting commercial strip mall, the proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. ZONING ORDINANCE The property is zoned GB, General Business, as are the properties to the north and south. The properties to the east are zoned for one and two family residential use. The property to the west lies in the City of Fridley. The City Code pertaining to animal shelters allows for an outdoor run/play area for the animals, but does not allow for the outdoor kenneling of animals. Ms. Zander indicated that the outdoor area devoted to the tenant space would not be sufficient to implement an outdoor run/play area, so they will not utilize this option. Also, all animals will be housed indoors. FINDINGS OF FACT Section 9.104 (H) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines nine conditions that must be met in order for the City Council to grant a Conditional Use Permit. They are as follows: (a) The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator. Animal shelters are specifically listed as a Conditional Use in the GB, General Business District. (b) The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan dedicates this area for Mixed Use Development. Mixed Uses include both residential and commercial. Since the proposed location for this business is in a preexisting commercial strip mall, the proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. P & Z Minutes Page 7 June 7, 2011 (c) The use will not impose hazards or disturbing influences on neighboring properties. Animal shelters are required to have both soundproofing and odor control measures in place prior to the business opening. The applicant has been in contact with the Building Official to ensure that the tenant space meets the minimum requirements for soundproofing and odor control. Also, there will not be any outdoor housing of'animals nor will there be an outdoor run /play area for the animals, so neighboring properties should not be affected. (d) The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. The use ofproperty in the immediate vicinity will not be impacted by the placement of'an animal shelter at 5019 University Avenue NE. (e) The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. All activity will remain indoors with no change to the existing building located on the property. (f) The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and services. This is correct. (g) Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. The use will not generate any excess traffic than what would normally occur for businesses located in the GB, General Business District. (h) The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses is the immediate vicinity. The use is a listed Conditional Use for the district and will abide by the Specific Development Standards as listed as conditions for its approval. This should ensure that the proposed use will not cause a negative cumulative effect. (i) The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located. This is correct. Staff recommends approval of the proposed CUP for an animal shelter located at 5019 University Avenue NE with the six conditions that Sargent read to the members. P & Z Minutes Page 8 June 7, 2011 uestions from members Peterson had a concern about the location of the dumpster and whether there would be odor issues for the neighbors. Sargent explained that the owners plan to double bag all cat litter and waste from the business and that the dumpster would be emptied twice a week. Peterson then asked if there would be noise issues for the apartment building that is only 10 feet from this site. Sargent said that since they will have primarily cats at the site, they are less noisy and will be kept inside. Soundproofing is also being done to ensure that all noise would be contained to that space. Peterson asked what the hours of operation were. Sandee Zander, the applicant, told members they are open to the public on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6 pm — 8 pm and on Saturdays from I pm — 3 pm. The staff consists of volunteers that work approximately 12 hours a day (from 9 am — 9 pm). There are usually 2 people on site during the 2 scheduled shifts. They clean the space and care for the animals. Peterson asked if all the animals get placed. Zander responded that they have 8 — 10 cats that have been at the shelter for a long time and may never be placed. They are free to roam the building, but have never escaped since there will be double doors at the entrance. Kinney was concerned about the facility being open too late and that lighting may impact the neighbors. But once she heard the hours of operation, decided that was not an issue. Kinney noted that dogs may occasionally be housed there also and was concerned about how they would be cared for, since there isn't room for an outside area. She asked whether there could be a restriction so dogs would not be allowed at this site. Sargent explained that our Ordinance allows for dogs in an Animal Shelter and would require an Ordinance change in order to restrict them from being on site. Zander told members that they only take in small breed puppies for short periods of time. These puppies aren't trained yet and are kept in cages similar to a pet store. So a dog run or outside area is not a requirement for them. She also told members she has a small dog that she brings in with her each day, but takes him home with her each night. Fiorendino asked if they could add an outdoor run area later or if they would have to come back for approval if they decided to expand their operation. Sargent said the Conditional Use Permit would allow them to add that, if there is room, unless it is stated as a condition now. He made it clear that even though they don't plan on doing that at this time, it would allow them to later. The Public FIearing was opened. Sandee Zander currently operates from 4900 France Avenue No, Brooklyn Park. She told members she has never had a cat escape her facility. P & Z Minutes Page 9 June 7, 2011 Thompson clarified the number of cats she could potentially have on the premise as noted in the report as follows: 34 cats -plus up to 5 litters (kept in kitten room) -and 10 cats that roam free throughout the facility. He thought that was a large number. Zander stated that is the maximum amount they would have. At times, she does have to turn away cats, as there is a limit to how many she can legally have. She said the facility is thoroughly cleaned twice a day. They vacuum twice, mop the floors twice, and clean the cages as often as needed throughout the day. Bruce Knowlton of 5049 4"' Street asked if anyone had checked with the Health Department to see if this is an appropriate space for this use. He was also concerned about the dumpster causing problems due to animals chewing through the container or items inside. Szurek told him that the site will be inspected by the State Board of Animal Health and they will dictate how many animals she can have on site. As for the dumpsters, they shouldn't have any issues with that any more than any other resident or business has with their trash. Paul Andrews of 5024 0 1 Street doesn't mind cats being housed at this site, but does not want any dogs. He would like to see the Ordinance changed to restrict dogs. Sargent explained the City Council has to actually change the Ordinance and that is a process that takes several months. Zander again stated that any dogs at the site will not be running free or be kept outside. Andrews then said he thought the dumpster would be an issue because of people going through the dumpsters of the other businesses in the area looking for items in their trash. Zander said that issue could be eliminated by using a lock on the dumpster. Sargent encouraged residents to call the police if they see any dogs running loose or if they notice people going through dumpsters. The Public Hearing was closed. Sargent reminded the audience that the Planning & Zoning Commission is a recommending body only. The City Council will be the ones actually approving this issue at their meeting on Monday, June 13, 2011. He encouraged anyone who had concerns to bring them to the City Council at that tine. Motion by Peterson, seconded by Kinney, that the Planning Commission recommends the City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for a for an animal shelter located at 5019 University Avenue, subject to certain conditions of approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the public interest and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning and Development Ordinance, including: 1. Any activity conducted outdoors, including but not limited to play areas, outdoor runs, etc. shall be approved by the City Council through a Conditional Use Permit on a case - by -case basis. 2. Outdoor kennels shall be prohibited P & Z Minutes Page 10 June 7, 2011 3. All outdoor activity space shall be completely screened from abutting neighboring residential zoning districts or uses by a six -foot tall privacy fence that is at least 80% opaque. 4. All indoor activity shall include soundproofing and odor control. S. The space must be ventilated in accordance with the MN State Mechanical Code, 6. Owner shall hold a current Animal Health License through the MN Board of Animal Health. Roll Call: All ayes. The following Resolution will go to the City Council at the June 13, 2011 meeting. DRAFT RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -XX RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE GENTLE TOUCH ANIMAL SANCTUARY TO ALLOW AN ANIMAL SHELTER WITHIN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2011 -0602) has been submitted by Sandee Zander to the City Council requesting a conditional use permit fi-om the City of Columbia Heights at the following site: ADDRESS 5019 University Avenue NE LEGAL DESCRIPTION On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT A Conditional Use Permit per Code Section 9.110 (E)(3)(s), to allow for an animal shelter in the GB, General Business District at 5019 University Avenue NE. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the city Zoning Code on June 7,2011; WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the effect of the proposed conditional use permit upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to compatibility of uses, traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety in the surrounding areas; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal, that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission: I. The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator. 2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. 3. The use will not impose hazards or distributing influences on neighboring properties. 4. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. 5. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. P & Z Minutes Page I 1 June 7, 2011 6. The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and services. 7. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. 8. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses in the immediate vicinity. 9. The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located. FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached conditions, maps, and other information shall become part of this permit and approval; and in granting this permit the city and the applicant agree that this permit shall become null and void if the project has not been completed within one (1) calendar Year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the permit. CONDITIONS ATTACHED 1. Any activity conducted outdoors, including but not limited to play areas, outdoor runs, etc. shall be approved by the City Council through a Conditional Use Permit on a case -by -case basis. 2. Outdoor kennels shall be prohibited. 3. All outdoor activity space shall be completely screened from abutting neighboring residential zoning districts or uses by a six -foot tall privacy fence that is at least 80% opaque. 4. All indoor activity shall include soundproofing and odor control. 5. The space must be ventilated in accordance with the MN State Mechanical Code. 6. The owner shall hold a current Animal Health License through the MN Board of Animal Health. CASE NUMBER: 2011 -0603 APPLICANT: Top Value Liquor LOCATION: 2105 — 37` Avenue NE REQUEST: Conditional Use Permit for LED Sign The City of Columbia Heights just recently approved a Zoning Amendment that requires a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for all new digital LED signs installed within the City. At this time Top Value Liquor, a municipal liquor store, is requesting a CUP per Code Section 9.106 (P)(13)(c) in order to comply with the City Code. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Comprehensive Plan designates this area for commercial development that includes goals for commercial and economic development. These goals include: strengthening the image of the community as a desirable place to live and work, providing opportunities and mechanisms for successful redevelopment of targeted areas, preserving and enhancing the existing commercial areas within the community, advocating high quality development and redevelopment within the community, and enhancing the economic viability of the community. The applicant's proposal for a digital LED sign is consistent with these goals, as the sign will be used in conjunction with a new commercial redevelopment. P & Z Minutes Page 12 June 7, 2011 ZONING ORDINANCE The property located at 2105 — 37 "' Avenue NE is zoned GB, General Business, as are the properties to east. The properties to the north are zoned R -3, Multiple Residential, the property to the west is zoned for Park and Open Space, and the properties to the south are located in the City of Minneapolis. Digital LED signs are permitted as a Conditional Use in the GB, General Business District. Top Value Liquor is requesting the proposed LED sign to be attached to the existing freestanding monument sign for the store. The existing monument sign is 20 square feet. The LED portion of the sign will be 28 square feet. City Code now allows monument signs to be up to 50 square feet in area, with the LED portion not exceeding 60% of the total square footage. The proposed sign will be 48 square feet, with the LED portion occupying 58% of the sign. Top Value Liquor will also be required to meet all other regulations governing LED signs, which have been attached as conditions of approval. FINDINGS OF FACT Section 9.104 (H) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines nine conditions that must be met in order for the City Council to grant a Conditional Use Permit. They are as follows: (a) The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator. Digital LED signs are specifically listed as a Conditional Use in the GB, General Business District. (b) The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan designates this area for commercial development that includes goals for commercial and economic development. These goals include: strengthening the image of the community as a desirable place to live and work, providing opportunities and mechanisms for successful redevelopment of targeted areas, preserving and enhancing the existing commercial areas within the community, advocating high quality development and redevelopment within the community, and enhancing the economic viability of the community. The applicant's proposal for a digital LED sign is consistent with these goals, as the sign will be used in conjunction with a new commercial redevelopment. (c) The use will not impose hazards or disturbing influences on neighboring properties. The applicant will have to abide by specific development standards as they relate to LED signs. These standards were adopted to help ensure a limiting disturbing influence on n1lzboring properties. Given the location of the proposed sign and its orientation to 37' Avenue, staff feels that the use will not impose hazards on the neighboring properties. P & Z Minutes Page 13 June 7, 2011 (d) The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. The use ofproperty in the immediate vicinity will not be diminished by the placement of a digital LED sign at 2105 — 37 h Avenue. (e) The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a mamier that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. The applicant will have to abide by specific development standards as they relate to LED signs. These standards will help ensure compatibility with the appearance of the existing surrounding area. (f) The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and services. This is correct. (g) Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. The use of a digital LED sign at this location will not affect traffic. (h) The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses is the immediate vicinity. By subjecting the use of a digital LED sign to specific development standards, it is intended that the use will not cause a negative cumulative effect. (i) The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located. This is correct. Staff recommends approval of the proposed CUP for a digital LED sign for the Top Value Liquor Store located at 2105 — 37` Avenue NE. Questions from members: Fiorendino asked if the sign would be the same as the one at the Liquor Store on Central. Sargent told him yes. Peterson asked for a clarification of items 2 & 3. It was noted there was a typo on the report in the packet. The reference to time in items 2 & 3 should all read ten (10) seconds. P & Z Minutes Page 14 June 7, 2011 Motion by Peterson, seconded by Fiorendino, that the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for a for a digital LED sign for the Top Value Liquor Store located at 2105 — 37"' Avenue, subject to certain conditions of approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the public interest and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning and Development Ordinance, including: 1. The dynamic LED signs may occupy no more than sixty percent (60%) of the actual copy and graphic area. The remainder of the sign must not have the capability to have dynamic LED signs, even if not used Only one, contiguous dynamic display area is allowed on a sign face. 2. The dynamic LED sign may not change or move more often than once every ten (10) seconds, except one for which changes are necessary to correct hour - and - minute, date, or temperature information. 3. A display of time, date or temperature information may change as frequently as once every ten (10) seconds, however information displayed not relating to the date, time or temperature must not change or move more often than once every ten (10) seconds. 4. The images and messages displayed must be static, and the transition from one state display to another must be instantaneous without any special effects. Motion, animation and video images are prohibited on dynamic LED sign displays. 5. The images and messages displayed must be complete in themselves, without continuation in content to the next image or message or to any other sign. 6. The dynamic LED signs must be designed and equipped to freeze the device in one position if a malfunction shall occur. The displays must also be equipped with a means to immediately discontinue the display if it malfunctions, and the sign owner must immediately stop the dynamic display when notified by the city that it is not complying with the standards of this ordinance. 7. The dynamic LED signs may not exceed a maximum illumination of 5, 000 nits (candelas per square meter) during daylight hours and a maximum illumination of 500 nits (candelas per square meter) between dusk to dawn as measured from the sign's face at maximum brightness. The dynamic LED signs must have an automatic dimmer control to produce a distinct illumination change from a higher illumination level to a lower level for the time period between one -half hour before sunset and one half -hour after sunrise. Roll Call: All ayes The following Resolution will go to the City Council June 13, 2011 P & Z Minutes Page 15 June 7, 2011 DRAFT RESOLUTION NO.2011 -XX RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR TOP VALUE LIQUOR WITHIN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2011-0603) has been submitted by Top Value Liquor to the City Council requesting a conditional use permit from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site: ADDRESS 2105 — 37 ° i Avenue NE LEGAL DESCRIPTION On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT A Conditional Use Permit per Code Section 9.106 (P)(13)(c), to allow a dynamic LED sign in the GB, General Business District. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code on June 7, 2011; WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the effect of the proposed conditional use permit upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to compatibility of uses, traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety in the surrounding areas; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal, that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission: 1. The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator. 2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. 3. The use will not impose hazards or distributing influences on neighboring properties. 4. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. 5. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. 6. The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and services. 7. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. 8. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses in the immediate vicinity. 9. The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located. FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached conditions, maps, and other information shall become part of this permit and approval; and in granting this permit the city and the applicant agree that this permit shall become null and void if the project has not been completed within one (1) calendar year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the permit. P & Z Minutes Page 16 June 7, 2011 CONDITIONS ATTACHED 1. The dynamic LED signs nray occupy no more than sixty percent (60%) of the actual copy and graphic area. The remainder of the sign must not have the capability to have dynamic LED signs, even if not used. Only one, contiguous dynamic display area is allowed on a sign face. 2. The dynamic LED sign may not change or move more often than once every ten (10) seconds, except one for which changes are necessary to correct hour - and - minute, date, or temperature information. 3. A display of time, date or temperature information may change as frequently as once every ten (10) seconds, however information displayed not relating to the date, time or temperature niust not change or move more often than once every ten (10) seconds. 4. The images and messages displayed must be static, and the transition from one state display to another must be instantaneous without any special effects. Motion, animation and video images are prohibited on dynamic LED sign displays. 5. The images and messages displayed must be complete in themselves, without continuation in content to the next image or message or to any other sign. 6 The dynamic LED signs must be designed and equipped to freeze the device in one position if a nia function shall occur. The displays must also be equipped with a means to immediately discontinue the display if it rna functions, and the sign owner must immediately stop the dynamic display when notified by the city that it is not coniplying with the standards of this ordinance. 7. The dynamic LED signs may not exceed a inaxinium illumination of 5,000 nits (candelas per square meter) during daylight hours and a nraxiinurn illumination of 500 nits (candelas per square meter) between dusk to dawn as measured from the sign's face at maxirnun brightness. The dynamic LED signs must have an automatic dimmer control to produce a distinct illumination change from a higher illumination level to a lower level for the tune period between one -half hour before sunset and one half -hour after sunrise. NEW BUSINESS No new business. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 pm. Respectfully submitted, Shelley Hanson Secretary CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PLANNING REPORT CASE NUMBER: 2011 -0801 DATE: August 3, 2011 TO: Columbia Heights Planning Commission APPLICANT: David Lu, Gerry Herringer LOCATION: 5150 and 5220 Central Avenue REQUEST: Conditional Use Permit for Assembly /Manufacturing Minor Subdivision PREPARED BY: Jeff Sargent, City Planner INTRODUCTION At this time, David Lu is requesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) per Code Section 9.110 (E)(3)(1) in order to operate a business that entails the assembly, manufacturing and /or processing of goods. Currently, the property at 5150 Central Avenue is owned by Gerry Herringer, and the sale of the property to David Lu is contingent on the approval of the CUP. As part of the sale of the property, Mr. Herringer would like to split off a portion of the property at 5150 Central Avenue and add it to the property located at 5220 Central Avenue (Blockbuster Video), which he also owns. BACKGROUND The building at 5150 Central Avenue currently houses retail space on the top level and several racquetball courts on the lower level. If the CUP is approved, Mr. Lu will purchase the property and move his business into the building. His initial plan is to retain the retail component of the building and continue to lease out space to retail establishments. The racquetball courts will be removed to make room for his business. Mr. Lu is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the assembly, manufacturing and /or processing of goods. As described in his letter to the Planning Commission, his business involves the repackaging /processing of food and nutrition products, such as repackaging powdered milk into cans and bulk nutrition supplements (like vitamins, calcium, and energy drinks) into individual pouches and bottles. This is considered value -added manufacturing, as no products are actually being made, rather just being repackaged into sellable units. City of Columbia Heights Planning Commission August 3, 2011 David Lu, Gerry Herringer CUP and Lot Split Case # 2011 -0801 There is currently a mezzanine level in the building, above the racquetball courts and below the retail space. Mr. Lu will extend the mezzanine level across the entire floor, creating a third floor to the building. The created space will serve as office space for his business. The Building Code requires Mr. Lu to add an elevator to the building, which he is willing to do. Mr. Lu has indicated that the building has sufficient room to add the elevator without expanding the building. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Comprehensive Plan guides this area for commercial use. Being that the business will add office space and a repackaging operation that is consistent with the types of uses allowed in the zoning district, the proposed use is also consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. ZONING ORDINANCE The property is zoned GB, General Business, as are the properties to the north, south and east. The properties to the west are zoned R -3, multiple family residential. Some of the properties to the east are also located within the City of Fridley. PARKING. The proposed minor subdivision will result in the removal of some of the parking spaces located at 5150 Central Avenue. Mr. Lu is also proposing to add additional office space to the building, which increases the number of required parking spaces on the property. When the minor subdivision is complete, the plan indicates that there will be 87 parking spaces remaining on the property at 5150 Central Avenue. The City Code requires 1 parking stall for each 300 square feet of office and retail space, and 1 parking stall for each 1,000 square feet of assembly, manufacturing and /or processing space. The plans show that there is a total of 9,338 square feet of retail space on the first level, a total of 5,084 square feet of office space on the second level, and a total of 5,600 square feet of manufacturing space on the lower level. Given the city's parking requirements, the property will need a minimum of 54 on -site parking stalls. As indicated previously, the property will have 87 parking stalls on site, meeting the minimum requirements. MINOR SUBDIVISION. The proposed minor subdivision will transfer 55 feet from the property at 5150 Central Avenue and add it to the property located at 5220 Central Avenue. Given that this is a transfer of land and that no new buildable lots will be created, there will be no Park Dedication Fee associated with the proposed request. Staff will require a new driveway easement for joint use of the land in question. FINDINGS OF FACT (Conditional Use Permit) Section 9.104 (H) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines nine conditions that must be met in order for the City Council to grant a Conditional Use Permit. They are as follows: Page 2 Davi of Columbia Heights Planning Commission d Lu, Gerry Herringer CUP and Lot Split August 3, 2011 Case # 2011 -0801 (a) The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator. Assembly, manufacturing and /or processing is specifically listed as a Conditional Use in the GB, General Business District. (b) The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan guides this area for commercial use. Being that the business will add office space and a repackaging operation that is consistent with the types of uses allowed in the zoning district, the proposed use is also consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. (c) The use will not impose hazards or disturbing influences on neighboring properties. The proposed use of the building for manufacturing /assembly /processing will be located on the lower level on the back side of the building. No outward expansion of the building will be required for the business either. The business does not require heavy machinery or equipment that generates excessive noise when operating. For these reasons, the proposed use of the building should have no disturbing influences on neighboring properties. (d) The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. The use of property in the immediate vicinity will not be impacted by the new business. (e) The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. All activity will remain indoors with no change to the existing building located on the property. (f) The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and services. This is correct. Page 3 City of Columbia Heights Planning Commission August 3, 2011 David Lu, Gerry Herringer CUP and Lot Split Case # 2011 -0801 (g) Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. The use will not generate any excess traffic than what would normally occur for businesses located in the GB, General Business District. The applicant stated that once every two months a delivery truck will drop off supplies for the business. All outgoing shipments of goods are handled through normal postal service deliveries, which would not disrupt normal traffic activities. (h) The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses is the immediate vicinity. The use is a listed Conditional Use for the district and will abide by the Specific Development Standards as listed as conditions for its approval. This should ensure that the proposed use will not cause a negative cumulative effect. (i) The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located. This is correct. FINDINGS OF FACT (Minor Subdivision) Section 9.104 (K) of the Zoning Code outlines specific conditions in order for the City Council to approve a minor subdivision. They are as follows: 1. The proposed subdivision of land will not result in more than three lots. The proposed minor subdivision will not be creating a new lot. The action is needed in order to split off a portion of the property at 5150 Central Avenue in order to add it to the property located at 5220 Central Avenue. 2. The proposed subdivision of land does not involve the vacation of existing easements. No vacation of existing easements will occur as a result of the minor subdivision. 3. All lots to be created by the proposed subdivision conform to lot area and width requirements established for the zoning district in which the property is located. No new lots will be created. 4. The proposed subdivision does not require the dedication of public rights -of -way for the purpose of gaining access to the property. Page 4 of Columbia Heights Planning Commission d Lu, Gerry Herringer CUP and Lot Split August 3, 2011 Case # 2011 -0801 No new dedications of public rights -of -way will be needed for the purpose of gaining access to the property. 5. The property has not previously been divided through the minor subdivision provisions of this article. This is a true statement. 6. The proposed subdivision does not hinder the conveyance of land. This is a true statement. 7. The proposed subdivision does not hinder the making of assessments or the keeping of records related to assessments. This is a true statement. 8. The proposed subdivision meets all of the design standards specified in Section 9.114. This is a true statement. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the proposed Conditional Use Permit to allow for a manufacturing /assembly /processing operation to locate at 5150 Central Avenue. Staff also recommends approval of the minor subdivision of land at 5150 Central Avenue for the purpose of adding to the property located at 5220 Central Avenue. Motion: That the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow for a manufacturing /assembly /processing operation to locate at 5150 Central Avenue, subject to certain conditions of approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the public interest and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning and Development Ordinance, including: 1. The applicant will apply for all necessary building permits prior to any construction to the building. Motion: That the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the minor subdivision of the property located at 5150 Central Avenue, subject to certain conditions of approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the public interest and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning and Development Ordinance, including: Page 5 City of Columbia Heights Planning Commission August 3, 2011 David Lu, Gerry Herringer CUP and Lot Split Case # 2011 -0801 The applicant will reestablish any necessary driving or parking easements in relation to the minor subdivision and shall record them with Anoka County. ATTACHMENTS • Draft Resolution • Location Map • Floor Plans • Site Survey Page 6 RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -XX RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR DAVID LU TO ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY/ MANUFACTURING / PROCESSING BUSINESS IN THE GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT IN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2011 -0801) has been submitted by David Lu to the City Council requesting a conditional use permit from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site: ADDRESS 5150 Central Avenue LEGAL DESCRIPTION On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT A Conditional Use Permit per Code Section 9.110 (E)(3)(1), to allow an assembly /nianufacturing/processing business in the GB, General Business District at 5150 Central Avenue NE. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the city Zoning Code on August 3, 2011; WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the effect of the proposed conditional use permit upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to compatibility of uses, traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety in the surrounding areas; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal, that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission: 1. The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator. 2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. 3. The use will not impose hazards or distributing influences on neighboring properties. 4. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area. 6. The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public Resolution No. 2011 -XX facilities and services. 2 Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of other uses in the immediate vicinity. 9. The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located. FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached conditions, maps, and other information shall become part of this permit and approval; and in granting this permit the city and the applicant agree that this permit shall become null and void if the project has not been completed within one 1 calendar year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the permit. CONDITIONS ATTACHED 1. The applicant will apply for all necessary building permits prior to any construction to the building. Passed this 8 °i day of August, 2011 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Ayes: Nays: Mayor Gary L. Peterson Attest: Patricia Muscovitz, CMC City Clerk Resolution No. 2011 -XX Approval is contingent upon execution and return of this document to the City Planning Office. I have read and agree to the conditions of this resolution as outlined above. David Lu Date DRAFT RESOLUTION NO. 2010 -XXX RESOLUTION APPROVING A MINOR SUBDIVISION AT 5150 CENTRAL AVENUE NE WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS FOR THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS WHEREAS, a proposal (Case No. 2011 -0801) has been submitted by Gerry Herringer requesting a subdivision from the City of Columbia Heights Subdivision Code at the following site: ADDRESS: 5150 Central Avenue NE EXISTING LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On File at City Hall PROPOSED LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On File at City Hall THE APPLICANT SEEKS APPROVAL OF A MINOR SUBDIVISION. WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the effect of the proposed subdivision upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety, in the surrounding area; and has held the required public hearing on this proposal on August 3, 2011. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal, that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission: 1. The proposed subdivision of land will not result in more than three lots. 2. The proposed subdivision of land does not involve the vacation of existing easements. 3. All lots to be created by the proposed subdivision conform to lot area and width requirements established for the zoning district in which the property is located. 4. The proposed subdivision does not require the dedication of public rights -of -way for the purpose of gaining access to the property. 5. The property has not previously been divided through the minor subdivision provisions of this article. 6. The proposed subdivision does not hinder the conveyance of land. The proposed subdivision does not hinder the making of assessments or the keeping of records related to assessments. 8. The proposed subdivision meets all of the design standards specified in the §9.114. FURTI3ER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached condition, plans, maps, and other information shall become part of this subdivision approval. CONDITIONS 1. The applicant will reestablish any necessary driving or parking easements in relation to the minor subdivision and shall record them with Anoka County. Passed this 8 °i day of August, 2011 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Ayes: Nays: Mayor Gary L. 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Moore Lake Dr., Fridley, MN 55432 Date: July 5, 2011 City of Columbia Heights Re: Conditional Use Permit Dear Sir /Madam, Ph: (763) 586-1010 We would like to apply a Conditional Use Permit for the location at 5150 Central Ave., Columbia Heights, MN 55421. We would like to use the ground floor to repackaging /processing food and nutrition products, such as repackaging powder milk into cans, bulk nutrition supplement (like vitamins, calcium, energy drink) into individual pouches and bottles. There is no contamination and hazard to the environment. We have a food manufacture and processing license from the Department of Agriculture Department. If you need any additional information regarding to this application, please feel free to contact me at 763 -586 -1012. Sincerely yours, David Lu VP Total Health Advanced Nutrition 1027 E. Moore Lake Dr., Fridley, M 55432 Ph: (763) 586 -1010 A) Floor Plan: 1) Upper level floor(exciting plan) office area: 9,338 sqf 2) 2 " /mid level floor(extend from mezzanine level) office area: 5,084 sqf 3) Lower level floor production area: 5,600 sqf Total office and production area: 20,018 sqf B) Floor Plan: 1) Upper level floor(exciting plan) office area: 9,338 sqf 2) 2 nd /mid level floor(extend from mezzanine level) total area: 10,400 sqf 3) Lower level floor(manufacture) total area: 10,400 sqf Parking spaces: 87 Attachments: One: Upper level plan Two: 2 nd /mid level plan Three: Lower level plan C (O a N J J L C Q Q EM 6 00 m m m u u 0 O O v+ N N N Q Q C Uq � 7 O O w T v c m x c v E > o � o v s N 0 �v 0 O X N � � o v m I� > 6 m N OJ N n O Q n o cy m 0 3 x N o0 m V iF O o N W u N N U _ O tr m N H O 3 N s � � N � °P V w O N i� o U C O v- tr N O N p � V O W 0 N in LO 6 00 m m m u u 0 O O v+ N N N Q Q / a LO / \ cr ID / ( {} // 0 0 z } ƒ 0 o \\ \\ \\ w \e } ƒ ( 0 \\ \ \ ( 2 ® a }s } ( ZD ( ( \ 0 a \s -F6 \ :5 � 2 (\ \ 0 \ (U 0 \ \ \ \(\ o o \\) } { \0 \\ \) \( U - ® w 2 ( j5 =% :# _# :» Of \{{ \) \\ \\ \ 7 7 ( ai §/ \§ { ° !f © j &cc§og \\ ° 6d � ® a LO / \ cr ID / ( {} // C n3 O_ 41 J L v 3 0 J O O H w O O O ID N C O u v O a 0 a N N 3 0 J 6 O d O O O w 0 N N v 3 0 J `o > > v cr N O o O E i IN O O 0 o 00 N X w 3 O a O O O N W N p O K V d > LL 4- s ° E o] C 0 O C W d 3 O W 4- 6 O E O O > N O O O O K d C � � cN K _ N C v I ON O ~ E o CD C O 00 E 0 O K O _ O c' cr a 7-4 O W O cr K p O v w d o! 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