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. . Minutes - Plan Commission Page 4 January 25, 1989 first phase of development will make a positive contribution to the image of Olive Boulevard. Sufficient information has not been provided on the second phase of development to allow a review at this time. If the second phase does not include motor vehicle repair activities, it can be handled under the Site Plan Review process at the time actual construction is being proposed. Chairman McCauley declared the public hearing open; however, as no interested parties were present to speak, the hearing was closed. Chairman McCauley asked Mr. Rich to respond to questions by Commission members. Mr. Rice asked for clarification of the proposed fence's proximity to Olive Boulevard. Mr. Rich said he would eventually need a larger screened area for vehicle storage; however, the appropriate setback from Olive Boulevard could be determined by the Plan Commission or Council. Mr. Goldman stated that an extension of the fence 50 feet closer to Olive Boulevard would cause no real visual damage since the Payless Shoes building already blocked the open view to the west. Ms. Kreishman asked if the gate into the fenced area would always open from the front. Mr. Rich replied that the gate currently opens from the front. Mr. Rice believed that an expansion of the fenced area in front of the building would not be attractive and should be landscaped in any event. Mr. Kendall and Mr. Marsh asked about the eventual expansion of the repair area to the front of the building. They felt that the repair area should not be visible to the public at the front of the building. Mr. Goldman stated that, as a temporary measure, blinds could be used to screen the repair from view, but the applicant may want to consider enclosing this portion of the building, plans for which should be approved by the Plan Commission and/or Council. Chairman McCauley informed the applicant that this area of Olive Boulevard was quite different in character than their current Washington Avenue location in the City of St. Louis. The Plan Commission and City Council were concerned with retaining the openness and landscaping in this part of Olive Boulevard. After further discussion with the Partnership's attorney, Mr. Rice moved that the Plan Commission recommend approval of the application for Conditional Use Permit #272, subject to the following conditions: 1. The operation shall be conducted in strict compliance with the use limitations contained in Section 34-35.7 of the Zoning Code. 2. No activities other than office, showroom or sales shall be permitted in the area of the building visible through the front display windows. 3. The exterior appearance of the building shall not be changed without the express approval of the City Council. 4. All landscaping shall be maintained and replaced to preserve the original design appearance. Landscaping shall be required in front of the fence on the west side of the building within one (1) year from the date of Conditional Use Permit approval. 5. Existing fence location and appearance shall not be changed without the express approval of the City Council. 6. Freestanding identification signs shall be limited to a single sign mounted on an opaque base, or on multiple posts, with a sign height not exceeding 10 feet.