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Session 1316, Minutes Page S October 11, 1982 submission, the first vote of the Plan Commission, to deny the application totally, was defeated five to two. They discussed whether the old building should be re- tained (since it would lend itself to reuse better than the new design), or whether a new building should be erected. The new building was approved by a vote of four to three. Mrs. Metcalfe pointed out that the area was zoned "LC" (Limited Commer- cial), permitting only small businesses since it was very close to residences. She said according to the Code, the Council must base its decision on the criteria of whether or not the business will contribute to and promote the community welfare. She felt that it might be an intrusion and detrimental to the neighborhood if it stayed open late, but said she would be willing to approve it if it closed at 9:00 p.m. Mr. Adams moved to deny the application for the following reasons--the business was not necessary for the public convenience, it was not designed to benefit the health, welfare and safety of the community, and he did not believe it would improve the value of property in the neighborhood. Mr. Schoomer seconded the motion. Mrs. Thompson suggested that this matter be tabled until the opinion of the absent councilmember was known. Mayor Mooney said Mr. Levy had informed him, prior to his departure, that he was unalterably opposed to this project in all respects. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers Lieberman, Adams, Schoomer and Mayor Mooney. NAYS: Councilmembers Metcalfe and Thompson. The motion to deny carried by a vote of four to two. VACANT LOT TAX WAIVER The City Manager recommended that back taxes in the amount of $133.77 be waived for a 30' x 132' vacant lot west of 6808 Corbitt. The daughter of Mr. Jerome Link, 6808 Corbitt, wished to purchase the lot to add to the side yard of her father's .home. Mr. Adams moved approval. Mr. Schoomer seconded the motion, which carried unani- mously. REQUEST FOR SOLICITATION PERMIT BY THE COALITION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT The City Manager said the Coalition for the Environment, 6267 Delmar, submitted an application for permission to solicit contributions in University City. The funds obtained will be used to provide educational programs in the areas of energy con- servation and solar energy; air quality; solid waste management; water resource de- velopment and land use policy. The organization has worked successfully with Uni- versity City on the T'reesaver program. A door-to-door canvass will be conducted during daylight hours on Saturdays only from October through January, 1983, using three to six solicitors whose names will be supplied in advance as per ordinance. A representative of the Coalition was present. Mrs. Metcalfe moved approval, with Mrs. Thompson seconding the motion. All voted Aye.