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July 16, 2018 — Meeting Minutes
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The applicant intends to participate in a recycling program. The applicant has secured 13 parking spaces as part of the lease-
3 two spaces will be reserved for employees and 11 spaces will be reserved for patrons. Valet parking is not proposed. Because the restaurant is greater than 3,000 square feet, off-street parking for patrons must be provided at a rate of 3 parking spaces for every 5 seats on a pro-rated percentage for the square footage in excess of 3,000-square-feet. Based on the 3,780 square foot restaurant with 106 seats, 13 parking spaces must be provided. The applicant has secured 13 parking spaces in the attached garage. There is also street parking along Bemiston Avenue. Staff believes there is sufficient parking to meet demand. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed restaurant meets the requirements contained in the regulations governing conditional uses. The restaurant space is compatible in size to other restaurants and adequate public parking will be available along the street. The proposed hours of operation and method of deliveries are consistent with other restaurants in this area. Based on the information regarding the operation of the restaurant as provided by the applicant, staff is of the opinion that the proposed restaurant will be compatible with surrounding uses and therefore, recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit to the Board of Aldermen with the condition that there shall be no outdoor music or speakers to amplify music or similar audio.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked about signage.
Mr. DelPietro stated it will likely be similar to what Remy’s had.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked Mr. DelPietro if he understood that signage had to be approved by the ARB prior to installation.
Mr. Del Pietro replied “yes”.
Ron Reim asked about the similarities between this restaurant and Remy’s.
Mr. Del Pietro indicated that the use will be similar; however, his restaurant will have fewer seats.
Anna Krane explained that because Remy’s had been in business for so long, the City had no record of a Conditional Use Permit for it.
Ron Reim asked the applicant if he was okay with staff’s recommendation.
Mr. Del Pietro replied “yes”.
Hearing 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 William Liebermann and unanimously approved by the members.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – SIGNAGE – COMMERCIAL – 135 NORTH MERAMEC AVENUE (MIDWEST BANK)
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CITY PLAN COMMISSION/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
JULY 16, 2018
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The City Plan Commission/Architectural Review Board of the City of Clayton, Missouri, met on the above date at 5:30 p.m. Upon roll call, the following responded:
Present: Steve Lichtenfeld, Chairman Richard Lintz, Aldermanic Representative Craig Owens, City Manager Ron Reim William Liebermann Brian Maguire
Absent:
Carolyn Gaidis
Also in Attendance: Stephanie Karr, Acting City Attorney Susan M. Istenes, AICP, Planning Director Anna Krane, Planner
Chairman Lichtenfeld welcomed newcomer Alderman Richard Lintz to the Board (replacing Alderman Joanne Boulton); he also welcomed back Planning Technician Kathy Scott (who had been absent for the past 2 months). He also verbally thanked Scott Wilson for his prior service on this Board. Chairman Lichtenfeld then asked that all cell phones be turned off and that conversations take place outside the meeting room.
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – REVISION TO PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANS - FRONT YARD FENCE – SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE – 8101 EDINBURGH
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2 Laura Ittmann, owner, was in attendance at the meeting.
Susan Istenes explained that the applicants obtained approval for an aluminum front yard fence on May 7, 2018 and are now applying for an amendment to add three brick pillars to the front yard fence. The proposed project consists of the construction of a 4-foot tall aluminum fence along the eastern and northern property lines. The proposed fence will be setback approximately 8 feet from Francis Place and will not extend beyond the front wall of the house along Edinburgh Drive. Three brick pillars measuring approximately 4.75 feet tall are proposed at the corners of the fence to match two existing pillars located at the southeast corner of the house. The proposed design and materials of the fence are consistent with the Architectural Review Board’s preference for ornamental or decorative fencing in front yards. The addition of brick pillars will tie the new fence in with the style of the existing house. Staff is of the opinion that the northwest brick pillar will make the transition from the wood fence to the aluminum fence more aesthetically pleasing. The location of the pillars should maintain the 8 foot setback along Francis Place that was previously approved. Director Istenes indicated that staff recommends approval as requested.
Ms. Ittmann informed the members that there will be a 2-inch gap at the bottom of the fence so the actual height from grade is 50-inches.
Anna Krane indicated that is fine.
Richard Lintz asked about the existing short wood fence.
Ms. Ittmann indicated that the white vinyl fence will be removed.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Brian Maguire made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Ron Reim and unanimously approved by the Board.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT – RESTAURANT – 222 SOUTH BEMISTON AVENUE
Michael DelPietro, restaurant owner/prospective tenant, was in attendance at the meeting.
Susan Istenes explained that the property contains a mixed-use building including office, parking and retail/restaurant space. The restaurant space measures 3,760 square feet and will have approximately 106 seats. An outdoor dining area is proposed in front of the building along South Bemiston Avenue. The restaurant space is the same space previously occupied by Remy’s Wine Bar. The applicant describes the character of the restaurant as “a full service sit down restaurant.” The restaurant will be open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and for dinner Monday through Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. A liquor license will be required. Delivery service from the restaurant is not proposed. Deliveries to the restaurant will be made in the mornings between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. to the rear doors in the existing parking garage. Trash will be stored in dumpsters located in the rear of the building. The applicant intends to participate in a recycling program. The applicant has secured 13 parking spaces as part of the lease-
The motion was seconded by William Liebermann and unanimously approved by the members. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – SIGNAGE – COMMERCIAL – 135 NORTH MERAMEC AVENUE (MIDWEST BANK)
4 Terry Dawdy, architect, was in attendance at the meeting.
Susan Istenes explained that the applicant is requesting a ground sign and two directional signs. The proposed ground sign is 24 square feet in area and displays the name of the bank and bank logo in silver, white, blue and taupe. The proposed wall is aluminum with plastic letter faces and will be internally illuminated. The sign is located along South Meramec Avenue in front of the building. The proposed directional signs are 5 square feet in area and display the bank logo and either “enter” or “exit.” The applicant is proposing to reface the existing directional signs in blue, white and taupe. One sign is proposed south of the drive and one is located north of the drive. The proposed ground sign will depict only the building owner name. The sign is proposed in the lawn area and not in a landscaped area as required by the Sign Ordinance. The sign is supported by two diamond braces that resemble the bank logo. Staff is of the opinion that the unique design will be compatible with the building and provide a point of visual interest. Staff recommends that a planting area for seasonal flowers and shorter plants is added around the northern end of the sign base to will allow the sign to conform with requirements without screening the logo support element. Directional signs are considered accessory signs, which are allowed by the sign code when they specifically benefit the public. Historically, directional signs have not been permitted to include commercial advertising because it can clutter the intended message. The bank logo should be removed from the directional signs. The subject property has one large curb cut for both the entrance and exit. Because the one-way drives do not have separate curb cuts, the directional signs will provide additional clarity to vehicles. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed directional signs are appropriate in consideration of the characteristics of the building and surrounding context and recommends approval of the proposed signage with the following conditions:
Mr. Dawdy indicated that he has no issue with the recommendation for the landscape bed; however, he would like to discuss the emblem (logo) on the directional signs.
A sample directional sign depicting the requested logo was presented. He asked that the logo on these directional signs remain so those seeing them will know the parking is for the bank and not public parking.
Chairman Lichtenfeld referred to two other bank signs; one facing north and one facing south. He asked the need for a third east facing sign.
Mr. Dawdy indicated that the additional sign will add character and interest to the newly renovated building.
Richard Lintz asked if the wall signs will remain.
Mr. Dawdy stated that the original intention is for them to go.