Strutman presented a site plan to the members, explaining that the AC units will be on the south side of the home and trash stored at the end of the driveway that will remain in its present location. She then presented a landscape plan, noting that no street trees are to be removed and only one tree removed from the site.

3 Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the north side of the structure is pulled further south when comparing the existing home to the new home.

Ms. Strutman replied “yes”.

Mr. Volz presented a comparison drainage map (existing and new) to the members. He explained that currently, storm water drains toward the street (west to east). They are proposing two pop-up bubblers; storm water run-off from the roof will flow through the gutters to the drywell then to the bubbler. He noted that water will basically drain the same way and that the drywell will retain additional storm water created by this construction.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked for confirmation that no additional water will run onto the property to the south as a result of this construction.

Mr. Volz confirmed; noting that the amount of run off toward the south will stay the same as existing or will be reduced.

Chairman Lichtenfeld mentioned staff’s recommendation about re-grading.

Mr. Volz indicated that they can re-work the grading plan so the street trees are not affected.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if that would result in the need for a retaining wall.

Mr. Volz replied “no”.

Ron Reim asked if there was any way to save the Red Oak in the back yard.

Ms. Strutman replied “no”.

Karl Lang, 8400 University (property to the north), asked if the retaining wall that supports the 10-foot drop is to remain.

Mr. Volz replied “yes”.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked Mr. Lang if that wall is on his property.

Mr. Lang replied “no”.

Ron Reim commented that the survey stakes indicate the wall is on Mr. Lang’s property.

Mr. Lang stated that’s not true; adding that the driveway may encroach.

A copy of the survey was provided by Mr. Volz.

A copy of the survey was provided by Mr. Volz.

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Sherry Eisenberg asked where the replacement trees are being planted.

Ms. Strutman showed the members where the replacement on-site trees are to be planted. She added that they are planting 53 caliper inches, yet are only required to replace 36 caliper inches.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the White Oak will grow large/

Ms. Strutman replied “yes”, adding that the City asked for a White Oak.

Being no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to approve per staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Josh Corson and unanimously approved by the members.

The architectural aspects of the project were now up for review.

Louis Clayton explained that this is a request for review of the design and materials associated with the proposed construction of a new single family residence. The basic massing of the proposed two-story home is articulated on all sides with windows, doors, brick banding, and variations in roof forms. The home to the south (125 Crandon Drive) was constructed in 1999 and is +/- 8.5 feet shorter than the proposed home (as measured from the mid-point of each roof). The home to the north (8400 University Drive) was constructed in 2006 and is +/- 1 foot 10 inches shorter than the proposed home (as measured from the mid-point of each roof). As required by Section 410.385 of the Clayton Gardens Urban Design District, to avoid tall, blocky building forms, new structures shall incorporate a transition in height and scale through one of six possible techniques. According to the applicant, the following permitted technique is used: “Increasing the side yard setback one foot for every five feet the height of the structure exceeds the height of the adjacent structure at the side yard.” The required side yard setbacks are 8.4 feet and the proposed setbacks are 11.3 feet on the north side of the home and 12 feet on the south side of the home. Clayton Gardens has traditionally been dominated by the use of standard size brick in a variety of red tones, although the original brick has been painted in some instances. The primary building material for the proposed home is brick painted white. The proposed roof is clad in architectural asphalt shingles, slate grey in color. Black casement and double hung windows are proposed. A 9-foot wide exposed aggregate driveway is proposed on the north side of the home that leads to a rear-entry, at-grade attached garage with a black paneled garage door. A 30-inch tall stacked stone landscape wall is proposed along a portion of the front building foundation. No permanent fences are proposed. Louis stated that the project as proposed is in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District, the Clayton Gardens Urban Design District, and the Architectural Review Guidelines and that staff is of the opinion that the design is compatible in terms of mass, height, and design with existing nearby homes and recommends approval as submitted.

Rein Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Josh Corson and unanimously approved by the Board.

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Chairman Lichtenfeld asked when they plan to break ground.

Ms. Strutman replied “soon”.

Chairman Lichtenfeld welcomed the owner to Clayton.

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT – NOT-FOR-PROFIT OFFICE – ST. LOUIS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION - 2 OAK KNOLL PARK

Amelia Bond, President/CEO of St. Louis Community Foundation and Patty DeForrest, Clayton’s Director of Parks & Recreation, were in attendance at the meeting.

Louis Clayton explained that this is a request for a conditional use permit to operate a not-for-profit office at the subject building, which measures 12,995 square feet and is located in Oak Knoll Park (northwest corner of Big Bend Boulevard and Clayton Road). Oak Knoll Park measures 14.88 acres and has a zoning designation of R-2 Single Family Dwelling District. The adjacent building addressed 1 Oak Knoll Park has housed a daycare facility for nearly 25 years. From 1995 to early this year, the subject building was occupied by the St. Louis Artists’ Guild. In August 2014, the St. Louis Community Foundation responded to the City’s Request for Proposals and was subsequently selected by the City as the building’s new tenant. The St. Louis Community Foundation was founded in 1915 to help citizens pool their philanthropic funds in order to maximize their giving impact and to ensure the charitable purposes prescribed by the donor are honored into perpetuity. According to the applicant, the building will serve as the foundation’s new headquarters and will be utilized for offices, daily operations, board meetings, donor meetings/events, and community meetings/events. The building and grounds will continue to be rented out for wedding receptions and other similar events. All events will be catered. The proposed hours of operation are 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday. Some events will occur after normal business hours and will be limited in size to the facility’s capacity. Interior and exterior updates to the building are proposed including restoration of all first floor windows, replacement of the second and third floor windows, roof repair, tuck-pointing, repairs to the gutters and painting. The lease with the City provides for 30 reserved parking spaces. The applicant intends to repair the interior and exterior of the building including restoration of all first floor windows, replacement of the second and third floor windows, roof repair, tuck-pointing, repairs to the gutters and painting. Offices are not listed as a conditionally permitted use in this zoning district; however, the City has permitted similar uses for this building in the past provided that the tenant operates under a conditional use permit. This request has been reviewed by the City’s Attorney and it is his opinion that the proposed use is in conformance with the Zoning Regulations. Landscaping is not proposed. Staff is of the opinion that the building’s large setback from adjacent streets and its location within a 14.88-acre park provide adequate buffers. Commercial buildings must provide one parking space for each 300 square feet of gross floor area. Based on the size of the building, 43 parking spaces are required, and 30 are available on site per the lease agreement with the City. The City’s parking regulations state that non-conforming buildings do not need to provide additional parking spaces

Based on the size of the building, 43 parking spaces are required, and 30 are available on site per the lease agreement with the City. The City’s parking regulations state that non-conforming buildings do not need to provide additional parking spaces

7 for re-occupancy of the building for a similar or less restrictive use. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed use is similar to the previous use (St. Louis Artists’ Guild), and therefore additional parking is not required. Based on the City’s Bicycle Parking Regulations the proposed use is required to provide one bicycle rack; however, one has not been shown on the plans. Staff recommends that the applicant submit a site plan showing the location of the required bicycle rack in conformance with the Bicycle Parking Regulations, to be approved by staff prior to the issuance of a building permit. The applicant did not provide information on proposed lighting; however, staff does not believe that the lighting associated with this use will be disruptive to the surrounding neighborhood because it is located within a public park and over 300 feet from the nearest residential structure. Louis stated that staff is of the opinion that the proposed use meets the requirements contained in the regulations governing conditional uses. The proposed use is consistent with the previous occupancy of this building for nearly 20 years and staff does not believe that the activities associated with this use will be disruptive to the surrounding neighborhood because it is located within a public park and over 300 feet from the nearest residential structure and therefore, staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit to the Board of Aldermen with the condition that the applicant submit a site plan showing the location of the required bicycle rack in conformance with the Bicycle Parking Regulations, to be approved by staff prior to the issuance of a building permit.

Mark Winings recused himself; he left the member table and did not participate in any discussion or vote related to this application.

Ms. Bond stated that she is very excited to move here and that they are happy to provide a bicycle rack as staff recommends.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that this is a magnificent building and he hopes that all goes smoothly.

Ron Reim stated that he shares the Chairman’s opinion.

Sherry Eisenberg commented that it appears they are making significant repairs to the building. She asked if any exterior alterations are proposed.

Ms. Bond replied “no”.

Ron Reim asked what they will do if an event requires more parking than is available.

Ms. Bond stated that they will work with the City; possibly valeting off-site.

Being no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to recommend approval of the conditional use permit to the Board of Aldermen per staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Josh Corson and unanimously approved by the members.