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. . 5-25-94 Plan Commission Meeting Minutes Page 4 changed to accommodate the new access provided such changes are first reviewed and approved by the Director of Planning. 6) A detailed landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Director of Planning for his review and approval. Landscaping shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the approved plan. 7) The operator of the restaurant shall regularly police the site and the area adjacent to the restaurant to remove litter and debris. 8) Trash containers for patron use shall be available on the premises at all times. 9) An exhaust system shall be installed and/or other means shall be taken to prevent food preparations odors or cooking odors from being perceptible beyond the property line. 10) Lighting fixtures for parking lot and driveways shall be shaded to prevent casting direct light on neighboring residential property. 11) All curbing shall be 6" cast-in place portland cement concrete curbing. The Vice Chairperson opened the public hearing and asked for testimony from the public. Wilma Kennel, 1332 Purdue stated that she is concerned with safety issues pertaining to west- bound Olive cars trying to enter the north entrance illegally. She further commented that cars idling in the drive-through lanes will add to air pollution, there will be added litter, the sale of beef contributes to the depletion of the rain forest, is high in fat, attracts a less educated patron and presents a risk of ecoli infection. Carol Hwang, 7306 Melrose stated that she is concerned with the volume of outdoor loudspeakers. She also wants the condition of sign and building removal if the business closes to remain on this permit. She feels the outdoor seating will just attract loiterers that may harass the public. No other members of the public indicated a desire to speak, so the public hearing portion of the meeting was closed. Mr. Ryan stated that they will be using surround speakers, not echo speakers, which are quieter. They also have a very strict security system and will keep a close check on any loiterers. He stated they that will have outdoor speakers that will be playing 50's music until 8 or 9 p.m. Mr. Safe asked if there had been any major complaints about the Dubbles operation. Mr. Goldman and Mr. Hill replied that they were not aware of any. Ms. Peniston stated that she wished there was more buffering along the south side of the lot. Ms. Ratner stated that the hours of operation should be limited. The Plan Commission determined that the evidence presented to the Plan Commission supports the conclusion that the proposed conditional use: a) Complies with all applicable provisions of this chapter; b) At the specific location will contribute to and promote the community welfare or convenience; c) Will not cause substantial injury to the value of neighboring property; d) m-5-25.plc