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Mr. Obie asked if the balance of the M-2 property south of the C-2 area would e be available to Chef Francisco. Mr. Farah replied that the land is vacant now. Mr. Obie then asked Mr. Richards about the expansion plans and was told that over the next five years, Chef Francisco intends to add 64,000 square feet to its facililty, all on land currently owned. Mr. Obie also wondered why the area was to be zoned R-1 rather than R-2 or R-3 since it was in a buffer area adjacent to an M-2 zone. Ms. Smernoff replied that the R-1 designation was req~ested because that is what is recommended in the refinement plan. Most of the area is now developed at low density and there is a desire to maintain this. Ms. Schue asked for more information on the distinction between R-1 and RA. She asked what processes are used to control problems associated with RA. Manager replied that these processes are the same as those used to control nuisances. They would require much staff time to investigate, serve notices, etc. CB 2038--authorizing rezoning from M-2 Light Industrial District to RA Outer Residential District and a change of sign district from Outlying Commercial District to Residential District for property located west of Polk Avenue between Cross Street and Bailey Street Mr. Delay moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that findings supporting the rezoning as set forth in Planning Commission staff notes and minutes of November 6, 1979, be adopted by reference thereto; that the bill be read the second time by council bill e number only, with unanimous consent of the Council; and that enactment be considered at this time. A discussion of the motion followed. Mr. Delay commented that the Whiteaker Refinement Plan was a product of a lot of hard work. Some allowances might have to be made for industry when the need arises. At present, however, he favored the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Ms. Miller said she would not want to drive Chef Francisco from the city. In this particular situation, however, the company's expansion needs for the next five years, at least, will be met. This rezoning would simply preserve the status quo giving residential zoning to the residents that are already there. Mr. Lieuallen was also in favor of proceeding with the Planning Commission's recommendation. Mr. Obie said he wanted to be sure that the City had done an adequate job of determining the needs of industry. In Chef Francisco's case, he wants to be sure that the company has adequate room for expansion. In the case of the M-2 property to the west of Cross Place, he asked whether Chef Francisco will be able to obtain that property. Mr. Obie said he would like to see some research from staff on this matter. 0, e 12/10/79--3 bq~