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March 6, 2017 — Meeting Minutes
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Landscaping section below for further explanation and staff’s review of the proposed plan.
A site plan depicting those changes was presented.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if pattern of water flow has changed since the last proposal.
Mr. Volz replied “no”.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked about landscaping.
Mr. Volz stated that Bill from Baxter Gardens made changes per the City’s contracted landscape architect (Laurel Harrington) and the minor remaining items will be complied with as well.
Joanne Boulton asked if the three trees in the front are the same.
Ms. Strutman indicated that they are the same species.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Scott Wilson made a motion to approve the site plan per staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Craig Owens and unanimously approved by the members.
The architectural aspects of the project were now up for review.
Susan Istenes noted that windows have been added to the east elevation and the driveway relocated as noted in the review of the revised site plan. She stated that staff’s recommendation is to approve as revised.
Ms. Strutman presented a color rendering to the members, referencing the 4 additional windows on the east side lower level. She stated that some stucco has been incorporated at the front door; otherwise, the house is all brick. She indicated that the property slopes, so the house is a 2-story in front and a 1-story in back.
Samples of the tan brick, architectural shingle roof (charcoal), stucco and cast stone were presented.
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CITY PLAN COMMISSION/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
MARCH 6, 2017
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: Chairman Steve Lichtenfeld Joanne M. Boulton, Aldermanic Representative Craig Owens, City Manager Josh Corson William Liebermann Scott Wilson
Absent: Ron Reim
Also in Attendance: Susan M. Istenes, AICP, Planning Director Anna Krane, Planner Kevin O’Keefe, City Attorney (left at 7 p.m.)
Chairman Steve Lichtenfeld welcomed everyone to the meeting. He then asked that all cell phones be turned off and that conversations take place outside the meeting room.
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The minutes of the February 21, 2017 meeting were presented for approval. The minutes were approved after having been previously forwarded to each member.
SITE PLAN/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE – 1 TUSCANY PARK (CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETING)
Lauren Strutman, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance were David Volz, civil engineer and Derek Sun, property owner.
2 Susan Istenes explained that consideration of this project [site plan and architectural review] was continued from the previous meeting of February 21, 2017. Based on comments from the Board and from staff, the applicant made the following revisions pertaining to site plan review:
enclosure.
She indicated that the property slopes, so the house is a 2-story in front and a 1-story in back. Samples of the tan brick, architectural shingle roof (charcoal), stucco and cast stone were presented.
3 Joanne Boulton asked what color the grout will be.
Ms. Strutman replied “tan”.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Scott Wilson made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Craig Owens and unanimously approved by the Board.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked the applicants when they plan to begin construction.
Mr. Sun replied “one month”.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – DETACHED GARAGE – 8131 WESTMORELAND AVENUE
Tim Shotz, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance was Anthony Webb, owner.
Susan Istenes explained that the proposed project consists of the construction of an 800-square- foot, 1.5 story detached garage in the rear yard, demolition of the rear brick stair and extension of the concrete driveway. The proposed detached garage will be constructed of building materials matching the existing primary structure on the property. The primary building material will be brick with the secondary building material being Hardie-plank lap siding. The applicant is requesting that the board approve the use of siding above the limit of 25 percent per elevation in order to match the construction of the primary structure. Dark grey asphalt shingles, an over- head black paneled garage door and black casement windows are proposed to match the house. The proposed area above the garage is under a sloped roof, meeting the requirements of a half- story. The proposed project includes removing the exterior rear brick staircase that currently runs from a second story door down to grade. The existing metal guard rail will be salvaged and used to turn the second story doorway into a Juliet balcony. Matching brick will be used to infill any exposure in the rear façade created by the removal of the stairs. The project also includes additional concrete drive pavement and relocation of the trash enclosure. The trash enclosure is proposed on the east side of the house and will be accessed by a paved path from the driveway. Currently, impervious coverage on the site is 66.2 percent, which is above the 55 percent allowed in the R-2 zoning district. The proposed plans reduce the impervious coverage on site to 60 percent. Director Istenes noted that the project as proposed is in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District and the Architectural Review Guidelines, with the exception of the building material percentage. Staff is of the opinion that the design and materials of the detached garage and exterior renovation are compatible with the home and recommends approval as submitted.
Mr. Shotz asked the Board if they had any questions. He noted one correction to staff’s report; the garage is only 400 square feet.
Shotz asked the Board if they had any questions. He noted one correction to staff’s report; the garage is only 400 square feet.
4 Susan Istenes informed the Board that the second floor was included in the square footage.
Joanne Boulton asked if the second floor contained living quarters.
Susan Istenes replied “no, not now”.
Mr. Shotz indicated that there will be a pull down stair to provide access to the second story which will be used for storage.
A sample of the brick that will match existing was presented.
Joanne Boulton asked what color the Hardie Board will be.
Mr. Shotz indicated that the Hardie Board will be brown to match existing.
Joanne Boulton asked when the house was built.
Mr. Webb replied “1941.”
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the existing garage will remain.
Mr. Webb indicated that it will be converted to a family room.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Scott Wilson made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Will Liebermann and unanimously approved by the Board.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – DETACHED GARAGE – 34 RIDGEMOOR
Matt Pevehouse, contractor, was in attendance at the meeting.
Susan Istenes explained that the proposed project consists of the construction of a 910-square-foot, 1.5 story detached garage in the rear yard. The existing 413 square foot detached garage will be demolished as part of the project. The area above the garage is under a sloped roof, meeting the requirements of a half-story. The space will be finished as an office/family room and includes a half bath. Because there are no provisions for cooking or sleeping, it is not considered a second unit. The project also includes additional concrete driveway pavement. The proposed plans increase impervious coverage on the lot to 51 percent, which is still below the maximum 55 percent allowed in the R-2 zoning district. The garage will be constructed of building materials that match the existing primary structure. The primary building material is brick with the secondary building material being stucco with battens. The applicant is requesting that the Board approve the use of stucco above the limit of 25 percent per elevation in order to match the construction of the primary structure. Asphalt shingles, an over-head paneled garage door and