5D - Conditional Use Permit for Additional Signage, Sutton

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i F. Adequate measures have been taken or will be taken to prevent or control offensive odor, fumes, dust, noise, and vibration, so none of these will constitute a nuisance \.. and to control lights and signs in such a manner,that no disturbance to neighboring properties will result. G. The conditional use will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural, scenic or historical feature of major significance. H. The conditional use will promote the prevention and control of pollution of the ground and surface waters including sedimentation and control of nutrients. Staff Findings: The Staff provides the following findings of fact for consideration by the Planning Commission: i. The proposed use is an appropriate conditional use in the Downtown Mixed Use District, as Section 7.1, Subd. 6 indicates that conditional use permits are required for the proposed request. 2. The proposed use conforms to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, which indicates that the City should encourage the clustering of businesses to enhance walkability in downtown and promote businesses that add to the City's distinct character. 3. The proposed use, with conditions, is unlikely to detract from the surrounding neighborhood as nearby properties are developed as retail businesses and also containing various methods of signage. 4. The proposed use would not be injurious to the public health, safety, or welfare as it would serve to direct traffic around the corner of the property. The proposed sign locations would not obstruct the view of traffic or impeded pedestrian corridors. 5. The proposed use is unlikely to be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other properties in the immediate vicinity as many neighboring properties are developed commercially. The additional directional sign would be placed near existing trees and landscaping. 6. The proposed use will not impeded the normal and orderly development of adjacent properties and the properties are already platted and mostly developed with �., retail/service businesses. 7. There are no additional public services or facilities required for the development of this property. 8. There are no additional vehicular approaches that are required for the proposed use besides what already exists on the property. 9. The proposed use does not require any additional parking. The applicant has provided parking sufficient to serve the existing business. io.The proposed use will not produce noise,dust,or odors at a level that would constitute a nuisance outside of the normal activities related to the placement of the signs. ii. The proposed use will not result in the destruction or removal or any natural,scenic,or historic sites of major significance as this property has already been developed. 12. The proposed use does not require any additional stormwater management measures. 13. The two`Type X signs are allowed and meet the provisions set forth in Section 7.1,Subd. 5A(4)• 14. The proposed additional sign(Type B)would have a total sign area of 16 square feet and be 4 feet high. 15. As the large concentration of businesses along Government Drive is to the south of Jay Street,it may be difficult to attract customers to north side of the subject property. 16. Alternatives to additional signage include no additional directory sign or notation indicating the location of businesses around the corner on the Type A signs. 17. The proposed additional sign would not be in conflict with signage in the area. 18. The proposed additional sign is unlikely to have negative aesthetic impacts because of its relative small size and surrounding landscaping. t9. The additional sign on the corner would aid in bringing potential customers to Jay Street for this business,and potentially other nearby businesses. City of Pequot Lakes Staff Report 5-3 May 18,20o6