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May 2, 2016 — Meeting Minutes
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Ms. Strutman agreed.
Notice of this request was sent to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property.
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Mr. Kissell asked if Ms. Strutman also designed the house at 511 Polo, noting the shingles were upgraded on that home and would like the upgraded shingle on this home as well, so they look more like slate. He stated that several rooflines are found more on homes in west county; not Clayton. He stated that simple rooflines are better for Clayton; although this home is not too bad. He stated that he likes the redder brick. He then voiced his concern over the lack of enforcement with regard to construction fences and silt fences. He asked the developer the time frame for this project.
Mr. Henke indicated the project should be completed in 10 to 11 months.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Mark Winings made a motion to approve with the condition that an upgraded roofing material be used and that Trustee approval be submitted before the building permit is issued. The motion was seconded by Ron Reim and unanimously approved by the Board.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – ADDITION AND SIGNAGE – 101 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD (CAPITAL GRILLE [NEW RESTAURANT])
Jack DeGagne, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance was Sean Smith, sign contractor.
Ron Reim recused himself, due to a conflict of interest. He left the member table and sat at the back of the room. He did not participate in any discussion or vote with regard to this project.
Susan Istenes explained that the subject property is located at the southwest corner of Carondelet Avenue and South Hanley Road and has a zoning designation of High Density Commercial District (HDC). The lot measures 75,999 square feet (1.74 acres) and is improved with a high-rise mixed use office building and parking structure that were constructed in 1985. The surrounding properties are zoned HDC and Special Development District, and primarily contain office buildings. Until recently, the ground floor tenant space facing Carondelet Avenue was occupied by a restaurant (J. Buck’s). A new restaurant tenant now proposes to occupy the space. In addition to an interior remodel of the tenant space, the applicant proposes to demolish the existing one-story, non-conforming circular addition on the north side of the building and construct a 2,652-square-foot, one-story addition in the same general location. On March 3, the Board of Adjustment approved the following variances for the project:
• An 8.4-foot variance from the required front yard setback of 10 feet (Section 405.3200.1); and • A variance from the maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 3 to allow a FAR of 4.76 (Section 405.3190).
Volz presented a color rendering of the current run-off conditions and the proposed run-off conditions. Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the pool is gone.
Notice of this request was sent to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property.
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Ms. Strutman replied “yes”.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the pool will be replaced.
Ms. Strutman replied “maybe”.
Mr. Volz noted that there will be discharge from the property after the construction.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if more water will flow toward the north.
Mr. Volz replied “no”; adding that it will likely be less.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if there were any additional comments.
None were received.
Ron Reim asked if the site trees will be protected.
Ms. Strutman replied “yes”. She showed the members the location of the tree protection fencing.
Craig Owens asked if there is another lot to the north of this one.
Ms. Strutman indicated that it is one large lot; the other home is 115-feet away.
Steve Kissell, 521 Polo Drive, indicated that the lot to the north is a platted lot and suitable for another home.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked the applicant if they will be shaving off 1 ½” from the bay.
Ms. Strutman replied “yes”.
Hearing no further comments or questions, Chairman Lichtenfeld called for a motion.
Ron Reim made a motion to approve per staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Pepe Finn and unanimously approved by the members.
The architectural aspects of the project were now up for review.
Susan Istenes explained that the height of the proposed residence is 29 feet 8 ¾ inches as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of the roof. The two-story home to the south (637 West Polo Drive) was constructed in 1930 and is +/- 4 feet 8 inches
Susan Istenes explained that the height of the proposed residence is 29 feet 8 ¾ inches as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of the roof. The two-story home to the south (637 West Polo Drive) was constructed in 1930 and is +/- 4 feet 8 inches
Notice of this request was sent to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property.
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shorter than the proposed home (as measured from the mid-point of each roof). The two- story home to the north (619 West Polo Drive) was constructed in 1927 and is +/- 10 feet shorter than the proposed home (as measured from the mid-point of each roof). The distance between these two homes is 115 feet. The primary building material for the proposed home is mixed red brick, cast stone window trim, and fiber cement stucco panels. The roof is clad in slate grey architectural shingles and tan casement windows are proposed. The existing asphalt driveway will be replaced with an exposed aggregate driveway which will lead to an attached side entry garage with two tan carriage style doors. A +/- 2.5-foot stacked-stone retaining wall is proposed along the north side of the driveway. No permanent fences are proposed. Susan stated that the project as proposed is in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District, the Architectural Review Guidelines. Staff is of the opinion that the design and materials are compatible in terms of mass, height, and design with existing nearby homes and recommends approval. The applicant has not submitted approval from the subdivision trustees.
Ms. Strutman presented a color rendering to the members.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked about the trustee approval.
Mr. Henke stated that he dropped off the plans to the trustees last week and is waiting to hear back; one of them is out of town.
Chairman Lichtenfeld stated that he recommends the motion include a condition that trustee approval be submitted before a building permit is issued.
Pepe Finn asked if there is a 2-car garage next to the a 3rd, 1-car garage.
Ms. Strutman replied “yes”. She stated that it is a traditional brick home.
Samples of the brick, roofing material, cast stone and stucco were presented.
Ron Reim asked if stucco is being predominately used on the dormers.
Ms. Strutman replied “yes”.
Chairman Lichtenfeld stated that he appreciates the windows on the sides of the home.
Ms. Strutman presented elevation drawings.
Chairman Lichtenfeld noted that the property is visible from Polo and South Central.
Ms. Strutman agreed.
In addition to an interior remodel of the tenant space, the applicant proposes to demolish the existing one-story, non-conforming circular addition on the north side of the building and construct a 2,652-square-foot, one-story addition in the same general location. On March 3, the Board of Adjustment approved the following variances for the project:
• An 8.4-foot variance from the required front yard setback of 10 feet (Section 405.3200.1); and • A variance from the maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 3 to allow a FAR of 4.76 (Section 405.3190).
Notice of this request was sent to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property.
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The primary building materials of the addition are brick veneer painted white and black granite accents. Black aluminum is used at the front entrance and storefront windows. The new entrance is framed by two bronze lions set on stone plinths. Free standing black aluminum planters are located along the north and east facades.
The proposed signs are listed in the following chart. The wall signs will be constructed of silver/nickel channel letters and will be halo-illuminated. The following chart summarizes the proposed and allowable signage for the tenant:
Location/Facade Type Size Permitted signage* Difference Modification Required Carondelet Ave.-Front Wall & Front Entrance Stone Plinths Wall Sign, Plaque (2) 77.3 sf (wall sign), 4 sf (wall plaques) 25 sf (total for façade) +56.3 sf (225%) Yes Front door-Carondelet Ave. Decal 4.59 sf 3 sf +1.59 sf (53%) Yes Front Wall-Hanley Rd. Wall Sign 98 sf 25 sf +73 sf (292%) Yes Parking Structure- Hanley Rd. Wall Sign 51.52 sf 25 sf +26.52 sf (106%) Yes Existing Monument Sign-Hanley Rd. Tenant Panel NA NA NA No
The front wall signs for the previous tenant measure 45 square feet combined.
Five of the six proposed signs exceed the allowable size permitted and the regulations state that modifications should only be granted due to unusual conditions of the building or site. The applicant has provided their justification for the requested sign modifications in writing
Five of the six proposed signs exceed the allowable size permitted and the regulations state that modifications should only be granted due to unusual conditions of the building or site. The applicant has provided their justification for the requested sign modifications in writing
Notice of this request was sent to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property.
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and is included with the packet. The following are paraphrased from the applicant’s submittal:
• “The Capital Grille” brand name is comprised of three words which makes adhering to a small allotment of square footage difficult. • The signage size is calculated using a single rectangle around the entire sign which is deceiving because the signs are comprised of capital and lower case letters. Dead- space (non-signage area) is included in the total sign size. • The wall sign facing Carondelet Avenue does not exceed 5% of the front wall area. • The east elevation facing Hanley Road is unique due to its separation from the corner as well as changes in grade. • The parking structure wall is currently void of identification and the sign is intended to aesthetically dress the wall and assist motorists in locating the parking. • The site overall is unique due to the grade change along Hanley Road
New streetscape will be installed along the property’s Carondelet Avenue frontage. Public Works has reviewed the proposed streetscape design and has the following comments: