The proposed location of the mechanical equipment is on the roof of the addition. The

6 equipment will be screened from the north by the existing garage roof line and from the south by the second story of the existing home. The applicant proposes using a fence to screen the equipment from the east and the west, but did not specify the material of the proposed fencing. When asked about the material, the application suggested either wood or vinyl. Director Istenes continued by stating that the project as proposed is in conformance with the requirements of the R- 1 Single Family Dwelling District and the Architectural Review Guidelines, that staff is of the opinion that the design and materials of the addition are compatible with the home and recommends approval as submitted.

Mr. Lang stated the addition will infill between the house and garage.

Joanne Boulton asked if a sample of the fencing material was available.

Mr. Lang replied “no”; he noted that the property currently has a wood stockade fence.

Joanne Boulton commented that wood stockade sounds terrible.

Ron Reim commented that he’s not sure it will be able to be seen.

Joanne Boulton asked if the window (viewed from the front) can contain a lintel to match the other windows.

Mr. Lang replied “yes”.

A brief discussion regarding the screening of the HVAC units ensued; noting that the screening needs to be located between 18-24-inches from the units and the need for a 4-inch gap below. A discussion regarding the visibility of the screening also ensued. A mutual decision was made to allow staff to approve the material.

Hearing no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to approve the project with the condition that the screening material be approved by staff and that lintels be added to the front facing window of the addition. The motion was seconded by Josh Corson and unanimously approved by the Board.

SITE PLAN REVIEW/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE – 336 NORTH FORSYTH BOULEVARD

Mike Boerding, civil engineer and Barry Glantz, project architect, were in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that the proposed project consists of the construction of a 4,125-square- foot single-family residence with a 240-square-foot detached garage. The height of the proposed residence is 29 feet 11.94 inches as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of

Susan Istenes explained that the proposed project consists of the construction of a 4,125-square- foot single-family residence with a 240-square-foot detached garage. The height of the proposed residence is 29 feet 11.94 inches as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of

7 the roof. The plans show the HVAC units located just behind the southeast corner of the house with a fence providing screening to the south and landscaping providing screening to the east and the north. A 6-foot tall sight-proof fence is also proposed along the north, east and south property lines, which will provide additional screening from adjacent properties. Trash will be stored in a 31-square-foot trash enclosure located south of the detached garage with paved access provided off of the driveway. The trash enclosure will be screened by a wood fence and the detached garage. The Clayton Gardens Urban Design District limits impervious coverage to 40 percent of the total lot area and allows an increase in impervious coverage based on the garage placement. For this project, the allowable impervious coverage may be increased to 55 percent for the inclusion of an at-grade, detached garage. The existing impervious coverage on site is 40.9 percent. The new plans increase the impervious coverage to 54.7 percent. The existing storm water runoff, according to the MSD 20 year, 20 minute storm calculation is 0.35 cubic feet per second (CFS). The proposed runoff is 0.39 CFS, which represents a 0.04 CFS increase. All downspouts and the sump-pump discharge will be piped to the proposed infiltration trench in the rear yard. The Public Works Department finds the storm water plan acceptable. There are 4,409-square-feet of existing canopy coverage on site in addition to one street tree. The landscape plan provides 2,750-square-feet of canopy coverage with 44.4 percent native trees. The design meets the native tree requirement, but has a deficit of 10-square-feet of canopy coverage. The canopy coverage deficit can be addressed with the addition of another tree or payment to the City of Clayton Forestry Fund. The City’s contracted landscape architect is of the opinion that the proposed trees are suitable for the site. The Landscape Plan and the Tree Protection Plan need some additional revisions, including verifying the edge of concrete work in relation to trees, shifting the concrete washout station away from the critical root zone of a tree and substituting plants based on the size or species comments. The City’s contracted landscape architect is of the opinion that outstanding comments can be reviewed for compliance when building permits are applied for. Exterior lighting is proposed at all exterior doors and at the garage. All exterior lights will be 75 watts or less. The height, setbacks and impervious coverage as proposed are in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District and the Clayton Gardens Urban Design District. Storm water will be adequately managed on site and the landscape plan features plantings that are appropriate for the size of the site and character of the neighborhood. Staff is of the opinion that the project meets the criteria for site plan approval and recommends approval with the condition that the applicant addresses outstanding Landscape Plan and Tree Preservation Plan comments as outlined in the February 3, 2017 letter prepared by the City’s contracted landscape architect; revised plans are to be reviewed for compliance by staff and the City’s contracted landscape architect prior to the issuance of building permits.

Mr. Boerding informed the members that they have received MSD approval of their plan. He asked if there were any questions.

Chairman Lichtenfeld referred to the steep drop off toward the east; he asked about run-off.

Mr. Boerding indicated that they will be mitigating additional flow with an infiltration trench.

The applicant has implemented one of the permitted strategies to mitigate the height difference to the south and is requesting Alternative Compliance for mitigating the height difference to the north. According to

9 the applicant, the following permitted technique is used to mitigate the height difference to the south: “Increasing the side yard setback one foot for every five feet the height of the structure exceeds the height of the adjacent structure at the side yard.” The required side yard setbacks are 5 feet and a minimum 6.9 foot setback on the south side would be needed to meet the mitigation technique. The proposed setback is 10 feet on the south side. The applicant is requesting that the following technique be permitted as a form of Alternative Compliance for mitigating the height difference between the proposed house and the existing home to the north: a hip roof. The applicant has provided the following rationale for the requested mitigation strategy: “While our 2 story home design is approximately 9 feet taller than the immediate adjacent properties, there are new 2 story houses that have also been constructed in the neighborhood that are similar in height and massing to the home we are proposing. We have kept the height less than 30 feet (as required) and utilized a 6:12 (hipped) roof pitch – which is similar to the roof pitch (and overhangs) of adjacent homes. In addition, extensive brick design and detailing minimizes the appearance of all façades, and specifically reduces the massing on the front façade to a more human scale. The one (1) story protected entry into the home further enhances the importance of this scale – and is consistent with adjacent properties.” Staff is of the opinion that the hip roof does reduce the impact of the proposed two story house by eliminating the gables under the roof line that often add to the perceived height of homes. Evergreen plantings are also proposed along the northern elevation, which will provide a buffer between the homes. Clayton Gardens has traditionally been dominated by the use of standard size brick in a variety of red tones. The primary building material for the proposed home is red brick (Bordeaux-acme). The roof will be clad in asphalt shingles, charcoal grey in color and dark brown casement windows are proposed. A 9.5-foot wide paved driveway is proposed on the south side of the home that leads to a detached garage located in the southeast corner of the rear yard. The garage will be constructed of red brick (Bordeaux-acme) and charcoal grey roof shingles to match the primary structure with a sandstone-colored paneled garage door. A 6-foot tall wood (cedar) sight-proof fence is proposed enclosing the rear yard. 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. Staff is of the opinion that the design is compatible in terms of mass, height, and design with existing nearby homes and recommends approval as submitted.

Mr. Glantz asked if there were any questions.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that it’s a good-looking house and agrees that the hip roof helps with the mass. He added that the City will see more 2-story houses in the neighborhood.

Ron Reim agreed that the hip roof is a good solution.

Scott Wilson asked if the 3 story deck on the rear is cedar.

Mr. Glantz replied “yes”.

Mr. Glantz replied “yes”.

10 Scott Wilson asked if they considered an alternate material for the deck; that it’s a gorgeous house with a bunch of wood on the back.

Joanne Boulton asked the color of the grout.

Mr. Glantz replied “natural/gray”.

Samples of the brick and roofing material were presented.

Josh Corson commented that the plans show only one exterior light; above the front door.

Mr. Glantz stated that they will add more exterior lighting where necessary.

Chairman Lichtenfeld informed Mr. Glantz to check with staff before installing.

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

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked when they plan to begin construction.

Mr. Glantz indicated that they plan to start as soon as possible.

SITE PLAN REVIEW/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW - NEW CONSTRUCTION – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE – 1 TUSCANY PARK

Lauren Strutman, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance were David Volz, civil engineer and Derrick Sun, owner.

Susan Istenes explained that the proposed project consists of the construction of a 4,107-square- foot single-family residence not including the 793-square-foot attached garage. The height of the proposed residence is 28 feet 6.75 inches as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of the roof. The surrounding properties contain single-family homes. The project meets the setback, height, and impervious coverage requirements of the R-2 Zoning District. The proposed path of the driveway connects to Tuscany Park in the southeast corner of the property and heads north through the front yard toward the front door of the proposed house. Then the driveway turns west and runs parallel to the house before again turning north and widening into a large turn- around pad in front of the 3-car attached garage along the western elevation of the proposed house. The proposed path of the driveway will result in the removal of multiple existing trees. The driveway path will also enable front yard parking, which is not permissible without a conditional use permit. Staff is of the opinion that a more direct driveway path connecting to Tuscany Park in the western portion of the property and heading north to a narrowed turn-around pad would result in a front yard design more fitting of the neighborhood character and would allow multiple existing trees to be preserved. The plans show the HVAC units located along the east elevation of the