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July 17, 2017 — Meeting Minutes

This document is the minutes of the City Plan Commission/Architectural Review Board meeting in Clayton, Missouri, held July 17, 2017. It records agenda items including approval of June 19, 2017 minutes, a request to install a rooftop telecommunications antenna at 230 S. Bemiston (AT&T), conceptual review of a proposed multi‑unit building (with discussion of materials, signage, parking ratios and neighborhood comments), and a request to modify sign regulations for Park Tower at 200 S. Brentwood. The minutes record a recorded vote approving a site plan per staff recommendations (Ayes: Craig Owens, Steve Lichtenfeld, Ron Reim, William Liebermann, Brian Maguire; Nay: Joanne Boulton) and describe proposed sign sizes (13.33 sq ft each) and parking ratios noted in public comment (examples: 0.7 spaces per bedroom, 1.7 per unit, and a comparison figure of 2.15 spaces per unit for a nearby building).
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2. Based on the building setbacks proposed additional details showing compliance with Table

Elevation drawings were presented. Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that the two houses are distinctive and don’t look like twins.

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Craig Owens commented that architectural features found in the neighborhood were incorporated into these two new homes and he appreciates that.

Mr. Bowman asked if the front setback is consistent with neighboring homes.

Ms. Strutman replied “yes” and added that these new homes have greater side yard setbacks.

Hearing no further questions or comments and hearing nothing further from the audience, Ron Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Joanne Boulton and unanimously approved by the Board.

SITE PLAN/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – SINGLE-FAMILY RESIEENCE – 8110 STRATFORD

Mark Rubin, developer, was in attendance at the meeting.

Director Istenes stated that staff recommends approval as submitted (both the site plan and architectural elements).

Mr. Rubin presented a color rendering to the members and stated that this is the third home of the three sites.

Mr. Volz presented a drainage map to the members and noted that drainage is consistent with the two properties to the west.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the street trees will remain.

Mr. Rubin replied “yes”.

Chairman Lichtenfeld stated that he read staff’s report and the site plan looks good. He asked if there were any further questions or comments from the members or the audience.

None were received.

Hearing none, William Liebermann made a motion to approve the site plan as proposed. The motion was seconded by Ron Reim and unanimously approved by the members.

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

Director Istenes informed the members that staff recommends approval as requested.

Joanne Boulton asked if a rendering was available.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that the house looks good. He asked if there were any additional questions or comments from the members or the audience.

26 An unidentified woman asked if there will be pop up emitters.

Mr. Volz indicated that there is a pop-up emitter 10 feet from the driveway.

Joanne Boulton asked how the size of a drywell is determined.

Mr. Volz indicated that they look at the existing conditions and calculate based on the new structure and lot coverage.

Joanne Boulton asked if this is the house going on the now empty lot.

Mr. Volz replied “yes”.

Ms. Strutman informed the members that they have secured subdivision trustee and neighbor approval.

Cheryl Murray, neighbor, asked about drainage and Project Clear.

Joanne Boulton informed Ms. Murray that Project Clear takes storm/rain water out of waste water.

Anna Krane stated that the City now requires additional run-off to mitigated on-site.

Hearing no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to approve the site plan per staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by William Liebermann and unanimously approved by the members.

The architectural aspects of the project were now up for review. (In interest of time, the staff reports for the remaining reviews were not read).

Ms. Strutman presented a color rendering to the members. She explained that this is an all-brick traditional home with a balcony above the front door.

Samples of the roof, stone, brick (tan), window and stucco were shown.

Ms. Strutman presented elevation drawings to the members.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that the house looks very nice.

Charles Burch, representing 8022 Crescent, asked about the size of this structure.

Ms. Strutman stated that the square footage is 3,499 and that they are in compliance with the coverage limitations. She then presented a contextual drawing.

Strutman stated that the square footage is 3,499 and that they are in compliance with the coverage limitations. She then presented a contextual drawing.

27 Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that the sloped roofs help lower its appearance.

Ms. Strutman agreed and added that they also provided lower first floors and provided a greater side yard setback than is required as well.

Hearing no further questions or comments from the Board or the audience, Ron Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Joanne Boulton and unanimously approved by the Board.

SITE PLAN/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE – 8034 CRESCENT

Director Istenes noted that staff recommendation is the same for this project; that the applicant is to file the site plan with the County and provide proof of filing to the City prior top building permit issuance.

Ms. Strutman presented the site plan to the members and Mr. Volz presented comparison drainage maps to the members.

Mr. Volz indicated that they’ve added a 72 cubic foot drywell and 2 pop-up emitters to this project; noting that drainage is slightly more than existing.

Ron Bowman, 8038 Crescent, asked if there will be a change in grading and/or if any water will flow onto their property as a result of this project.

Mr. Volz indicated that the grading is identical to what’s there and that no water will flow onto his property.

Hearing no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to approve the site plan per staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Joanne Boulton and unanimously approved by the members.

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

Susan Istenes indicated that the home is compatible with existing homes and that staff recommends approval as submitted.

Ms. Strutman presented a color rendering to the members and stated that some architectural features of this home differ from their other new one. She stated this one will be a deep red color brick with black windows and cast stone. Elevation drawings were presented.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that the two houses are distinctive and don’t look like twins.

Director Istenes informed the members that staff recommends approval as requested. Joanne Boulton asked if a rendering was available.

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Mr. Rubin replied “no”. He stated that it is a classic Barry Nelson design and that it complements the two they already did and that the dormers are non-functional, but attractive.

Joanne Boulton asked if the setback requirements are being met.

Mr. Rubin replied “yes”.

Joanne Boulton asked if this is a spec home.

Mr. Rubin replied “yes”.

Hearing no further questions or comments regarding the architectural elements of the project, Ron Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Joanne Boulton and unanimously approved by the Board.

Having no further business before the Commission this evening, the meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m.

_______________________________ Recording Secretary

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