[i2m]

I agree with most of the concerns expressed about the plaza and building setback.

I looked at the zoning ordinance and it appears this block isn't required to meet the building line requirement although virtually all of the central city has this requirement. For some reason many of the blocks north of Northrup are exempt.

While it may be legal to build a large plaza like this, it seems counter to virtually everything in the Zoning Ordinance - the 10' minimum setback, the requirement to have at least 50% of a building face within 10' of the sidewalk, the required windows along a street to activate the street. All these requirements are intended to make a safer and more active pedestrian experience. This kind of large plaza seems counter to most city goal.

I'm hoping the Design Commission helps the developer/architectural team create a stronger street scape by placing more active uses along the sidewalks.