The Planning and Zoning Commission expressed no concerns with a proposed downtown automotive sales center at its June 11 session.

The commission approved a concept plan for the project and forwarded a recommendation that the Town Council approve a special use permit for the project. The council considers the request Thursday evening.

The applicant, Vladimir Buer, is asking for the special use permit because the auto center use requires the permit in a C-2 zoning district.

The business would be known as the Fountain View Auto Center and sit on just under a half acre on the southwest corner of Verde River Drive and Parkview Avenue.

The proposal calls for a three-story, approximately 40-foot building. The ground floor would house a showroom and offices with upper levels for vehicle inventory parking.

There would be an interior ramp to move vehicles to the upper floors. Customers would access the inventory area using an elevator or stairs.

The plan calls for the building to have an exterior finish of stucco with white and aluminum accents and large windows. The building is described as having a “sleek, modern appearance.”

Plans show a three-story glass entry, which includes a water feature facing the intersection.

The staff report states that the proposal is generally in keeping with ordinance requirements. There are no variances or waivers requested.

The Zoning Ordinance allows auto sales in C-2 zoning with a special use permit so long as all sales or repair activities take place within the building.

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the recommendation without comment.

The council will consider the special use permit when it meets Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public with a public hearing scheduled for the special use permit request.