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L ..y r ~ , ..:~ limited to hours when the McDonald Theater is not operating. The conditions include a requirement that measurable limits for noise be set by an acoustic engineer prior to construction. There are a series of measures that can be taken if specific noise complaints are received during construction, With the provision for input from surrounding properties, concerning noise during construction, the development will be compatible with those adjacent properties as it will be caused to address complaints by the conditions imposed. .. The previous design contemplated a roof garden for the transit facility. That requirement is eliminated but a condition remains that requires that rooftop treatment to include the screening of unsightly utilities with olive Plaza being given the opportunity to comment on the design. This will satisfactorily address this aspect of visual compatibility. As previously stated, the prior proposal was found to be in compliance with this criterion. The present proposal represents an improvement and particularly with the conditions imposed, will ensure that the development will not have more than minimal impact upon and will be compatible with abutting properties and the surrounding neighborhood. Section 9.7o2W b~ : The location, design, and related features of the proposed development will provide a convenient and functional living, working, shopping or civic environment, and Will be as attractive as the nature and the use and its location and setting Warrant. As previously found, the location of the facility is convenient and functional. The new design also increases the functionality on the facility in that it provides far better bus movement, both within the facility and in gaining access to surrounding streets. The revised plan also provides more. customer service. area .than. the. original design. The main customer service center provides entry onto Willamette Street, customer service information, conference room. and waiting area. These public portions are oriented for maximum visibility of the station. Some minor customer service activities are moved to an ancillary customer service budding in the southwest corner. This building will also allow space for private use related to customer services, such as a coffee stand, newspaper stand, or food vendor. The proposed design will assure an appropriately attractive, functional convenient facility. Section 9.702 c The proposed development will be consistent with applicable adopted neighborhood refinement plans, special. area studies, and functional plans. Page 7 ~- Findings of Hearings Official ~MD 95-15 ~ C:1wp5~1findings11an.9~lmd-95-18.d2~ (J1~S:ccc?