Resolution approving a Certificate of Design Compliance for the construction of a new, approximately 10,700 square foot structure in the Highway Gateway Overlay District (Lot 3, Block 2, Victory Commercial Park).

At the August 28, 2024, meeting, the Planning Commission recommended the adoption of the resolution granting a certificate of design compliance for the proposed tire facility with the following findings:

1. The proposed use conforms with the standards set forth in the B-3 Highway Business District.
2. The proposal, when including implementation of the required conditions, conforms to Mankato City Code section 10.48 Highway Gateway Overlay District.

The applicant is requesting a certificate of design compliance for the construction of a new approximately 10,700 square foot structure located in the Highway Gateway Overlay District. The proposed use, a vehicle repair shop, is a permitted use within the B-3, Highway Business District. The subject property is described as Lot 3, Block 2, Victory Commercial Park.

 Access to the site will be via two entrances connecting to Interlachen Drive. The building is situated in the center of the parcel. The interior drive lane wraps around the building and goes under a canopy on the western side of the building. A landscaping plan was submitted showing landscaping around the perimeter of the lot. The trash enclosure is located under the canopy and shall be screened in conformance with the Mankato City Code.

Parking surrounds the building on the east and south sides and provides for 42 parking stalls with 35 required per the City Code. 

The floor plan shows a sales area, showroom, lounge area, restrooms, vending hallway, employee lounge, employee restroom, managers' office, and training room. In the service area, there are service bays and a bullpen. 

The exterior renderings show a mix of different pre-cast concrete panels in the color grizzle gray, integral white, and carriage door all exhibit different textures. The exterior canopy contains refinished standing seam metal roofing panels in dark bronze. 

Exterior lighting shall conform to the standards set forth in the City Code. The applicant will need to revise the photometric and exterior lighting standards in order to meet the required lighting levels. The required revisions to the plan will be submitted and reviewed for compliance with the application for a building permit.