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Plan Commission M~tes August 22, 1990 Page 4 . Mr. Kendall asked Mr. Onkeles if his organization agreed fully with the recommendations. Mr. Onkeles replied that Y.E.S. concurred with both the recommendations regarding rezoning and amendment of the Conditional Use Permit. Chairperson Kreishman inquired whether Y.E.S. planned to have any temporary sleeping quarters in offices in order to accommodate any extra overnight clients. Mr. Onkeles stated that no sleeping quarters would be provided other than those shown on the proposed floor plan and that Y.E.S. would abide by the recommendation that a maximum of seven boys and seven girls be housed on the premises. Mr. Safe asked if Planning Staff anticipated rezoning the apartment building on the north side of Washington Avenue. Mr. Goldman replied that it would not be rezoned unless an institutional use proposed purchasing and occupying the building. Mr. Safe also asked if the proposed condi tion regarding a prohibition on the use of drugs on the premises was necessary. Ms. Elwood stated that this condition had been part of Y.E.S.'s previous permit. Mr. Foxworth agreed with its inclusion. Former University City Police Chief James Damos spoke in support of Y.E.S. and stated that the organization gives special attention to drug abuse prevention as part of its program. Chairperson Kreishman asked if any member of the public wished to comment or ask questions on the application. There being no one present to speak, the Chairperson closed the public hearing. After further discussion, Mr. Safe moved that the Plan Commission recommend approval of application for Conditional Use Permit #137 subject to first rezoning the property from "HR" - High Density Residential District to "PA" - Public Activity District and subject to the following conditions: 1. No structural changes or remodeling to the interior or exterior of the building shall take place without the express approval of the City Council. 2. Off-street parking shall be provided at the rear of the property on a paved surface of asphalt or concrete and containing at least five (5) parking spaces. 3. The premises should be kept free of litter at all times. 4. Outdoor activity of staff, clients and their visitors shall be limited to the rear yard, and no congregating of clients or their visitors in front of the building, ei ther on the premises or on the public sidewalks or streets in the vicinity, shall be permitted. 5. A strict curfew of 10:30 p.m. shall be maintained for all outdoor activities and all loud noises which can be heard by residents. 6. No more than seven (7) boys and no more than seven (7) girls