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Request for Conditional Land Use Approval - To construct two drive-throughs in conjunction with a stand-alone restaurant and a restaurant in a retail building at the southwest corner of Rochester and Auburn, Parcel No. 15-34-227-037, zoned B-3, Shopping Center Business, Rochester Auburn Associates, LLC, applicant
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Resolved, that the Rochester Hills City Council hereby approves the Conditional Land Use to construct drive-throughs in conjunction with restaurants for Rochester Retail, City File No. 12-010, located at the southwest corner of Rochester and Auburn Roads, Parcel No. 15-34-227-037, zoned B-3, Shopping Center Business, based on plans dated received by the Planning and Economic Development Department on May 3, 2013, Rochester Auburn Associates, LLC, Applicant, with the following findings:
Findings:
1. The proposed building and other necessary site improvements meet or exceed the standards of the Zoning Ordinance.
2. The expanded use will promote the intent and purpose of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. The proposed development has been designed and is proposed to be constructed, operated, maintained and managed so as to be compatible, harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the neighboring development and the planned character of the area and the capacity of public services and facilities affected by the land use.
4. The proposal should have a positive impact on the community as a whole and the surrounding area by further offering jobs, shopping alternatives and other dining options.
5. The proposed development is served adequately by essential public facilities and services, such as highways, streets, police and fire protection, drainage ways and refuse disposal.
6. The proposed development should not be detrimental, hazardous or disturbing to existing or future neighboring land uses, persons, property or the public welfare and should mitigate potential traffic impacts by eliminating curb cuts and improving adjacent roadways.
7. The proposal will not create additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services that will be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.