The applicant is proposing a new exposed aggregate driveway and a white, carriage style garage door. A stamped concrete retaining wall is proposed along the driveway at various heights to replace an existing concrete retaining

3 wall. The proposed stamped concrete wall will be painted light grey to match the house. A 3-foot tall cedar shadowbox fence is proposed along the east end of the driveway on top of the retaining wall. The fence will match the existing rear yard fence. 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, with the exception of total lot coverage. Staff is of the opinion that the design and materials of the alteration are compatible with the neighborhood and recommends approval with the following conditions, to be completed prior to the issuing of permits:

maximum allowed coverage as 50 percent.

The site measures 2.81 acres. The project includes a 30- story (plus 4 stories below grade), 1,387,644-gross-square-foot building including 625,735 gross

4 square feet of office, 63,223 gross square feet of retail, and a 1,757-space parking structure. On December 19, 2016, the Architectural Review Board voted to approve the architecture and design of Subdistrict 1. At that time the final design of the pedestrian bridge over South Hanley Road was not finalized. The pedestrian bridge was included in the traffic and circulation plans for the Special Development District (SDD), which was approved by the Board of Aldermen on January 10, 2017. The applicant has finalized the design concept for the pedestrian bridge and is requesting architectural approval. the proposed pedestrian bridge measures 84 feet 4 inches in length and spans from the existing Centene Plaza tower on the west side of Hanley Road to the Subdistrict 1 tower on the east side of Hanley Road. The primary façade material for the bridge is glass in varying shades of blue. The accent material will be silver painted aluminum. The applicant has provided documentation of an easement agreement with St. Louis County to allow for the proposed pedestrian bridge over Hanley Road. The proposed pedestrian bridge features varying shades of blue glass and silver aluminum. The proposed materials and colors are compatible with the building materials for the towers at either end of the proposed bridge. The different shades of blue will be presented in panel form resulting in a similar appearance to the existing Centene Plaza canopy. The shades of blue will introduce a subtle pop of color to the area and highlight the bridge without creating a potential distraction to vehicle operators below. It is the opinion of staff that the proposed building materials are compatible with surrounding buildings and design precedents for Subdistrict 1. The proposed pedestrian bridge features an interior screening system to allow views from the inside-out and not the outside-in, which will likely result in an opaque façade from the outside. While this treatment will limit the ability to see pedestrians moving across the bridge from street level, staff does not believe that visible pedestrian traffic in the bridge would have an impact on the street environment, and therefore, does not have any objections to the proposed screening system. The proposed form for the pedestrian bridge features a “pinch” in the middle with a slightly larger volume on the east end than on the west end. The angled form of the bridge creates a point of visual interest above a high volume road. The form is compatible with the sharp angles and irregular shapes featured on other building façades throughout the Centene Clayton Campus. Director Istenes concluded that the proposed project appears to be a generally well-designed, high- quality pedestrian bridge that exhibits distinctive and identifiable characteristics, is compatible with the overall SDD plan and the Subdistrict 1 plan and recommends approval as submitted.

Mr. Hoisington stated that staff’s description is excellent and he began a PowerPoint presentation. He stated that there will be an easement with St. Louis County and that bridge is 30’ clear above the street and 85-feet in length. He stated that the bridge is not just a simple bridge; it will provide visual interest as well.

Slides depicting the proposed bridge were shown.

Will Liebermann asked where and how water will drain.

Mr. Hoisington indicated that the bridge will have a centralized drainage system and water will flow down the columns. He added that the bridge’s structure elements will be completely contained.

Hoisington indicated that the bridge will have a centralized drainage system and water will flow down the columns. He added that the bridge’s structure elements will be completely contained.

5 Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that he likes the bridge’s simplicity and directness. He noted that the roof only intersects on the west.

Mr. Hoisington stated that was an engineering necessity.

Samples of the glass were shown.

Ron Reim commented that the bridge is a nice solution to what could have been a negative impact.

Joanne Boulton mentioned a glass bottom.

Mr. Hoisington stated that this is more about feeling enclosed.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if each panel has two colors.

Mr. Hoisington replied “yes”; one clear and one colored.

Will Liebermann asked if the glass is tempered or laminated.

Mr. Hoisington replied “tempered”. He added that the bridge will reflect out solar heat and will be temperature controlled.

Joanne Boulton asked about interior height.

Mr. Hoisington stated that he believes interior height is 12 feet.

Hearing no further questions or comments and hearing none from the audience, Scott Wilson made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Ron Reim and unanimously approved by the Board.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked when they plan to construct the bridge.

Mr. Hoisington indicated that they plan to construct it the second half of next year.

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT – RESTAURANT – 21 NORTH BEMISTON AVENUE

Russ Clark, business owner, was in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that the subject tenant space was most recently occupied by an art gallery, but is currently vacant. The restaurant space measures 1,100-square-feet and will have approximately 9 seats. The applicant has stated a desire for an outdoor dining area in the future with an estimated 6 seats. The applicant describes the restaurant as “a bakery serving fresh baked kolaches and coffee.” The restaurant will be open seven days a week, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.