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September 18, 2017 — Meeting Minutes
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PLAN COMMISSION/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD – REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF APPROVALS – 7700 DAVIS DRIVE (CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH) Tyler Stephens, project architect and Tim Page, Central Presbyterian Church’s Executive Administrator, were in attendance at the meeting. Susan Istenes explained that the following new construction was approved by the Plan Commission and Architectural Review Board on October 1, 2012:
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• A 2-level, 91-space parking structure (and demolition of the 827 South Hanley building) • A 3,921-square-foot addition to connect the 818 & 820 North Biltmore Drive structures • A 3-story, 23,817-square-foot addition to the existing church structure
The Plan Commission and Architectural Review Board approvals were contingent upon the project receiving approval of three variances from the Board of Adjustment. The Board of Adjustment approved the final variances on March 7, 2013. The City’s Zoning Regulations specify that site plan and architectural review approvals will expire if building permits are not applied for within one year from the date of approval by the Plan Commission and/or Architectural Review Board. Because the site plan and architectural review approval was contingent upon variance approval by the Board of Adjustment, staff determined that the site plan and architectural approvals would expire on March 7, 2014 (one year after approval by the Board of Adjustment). A building permit for “Phase One” (a 2-level, 91-space parking structure and a 3,921-square-foot addition to connect the 818 & 820 North Biltmore Drive structures) was issued on July 10, 2013 and construction is now complete. On January 21, 2014 and December 1, 2014, the Plan Commission/Architectural Review Board approved one-year extensions of site plan and architectural approvals for the remainder of the project (a 3-story, 23,817-square-foot addition to the existing church structure), to expire on March 7, 2016. On November 10, 2015, the Plan Commission/Architectural Review Board approved a two-year extension of site plan and architectural approvals, which will expire on March 7, 2018. At this time, the applicant has not submitted an application for a building permit for the remainder of the project, and is therefore requesting a two-year extension to March 7, 2020. The Zoning Regulations state the applicant may request an extension to the one year time limit by submitting a written request to the Director of Planning and Development Services prior to the expiration of said approvals. On September 5, 2017, the applicant submitted a letter to the Planning Department formally requesting an extension of the site plan and architectural review approvals, which must now be approved at the sole discretion of the Plan Commission and Architectural Review Board (the requests are listed separately on the agenda and should be voted on independently). According to the applicant, the church has recently hired a senior pastor and needs more time to fundraise for the new structure. The applicant has also submitted a request to the Board of Adjustment for an extension to their variance approvals, which the Board will consider at their October 5, 2017 meeting. Director Istenes indicated that staff recommends approval of the requested two year time extension to the site plan and architectural review approvals, to expire on March 7, 2020, pursuant to the following conditions:
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.
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.
6 Monday through Saturday and 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. A liquor license will not be required. Delivery service from the restaurant is not proposed. Deliveries to the restaurant will be made several times a week to the loading area located at the rear of the building and accessed from the east-west alley off of North Bemiston Avenue. Trash will be stored in dumpsters located in the rear of the building. The applicant does not intend to participate in a recycling program. The applicant will have access to three on-site parking spaces located behind the building for use by employees. There will be no on-site parking for patrons. Director Istenes indicated that 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 recommends approval as requested. Mr. Clark voiced his excitement to be here in Clayton. Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if this is the same restaurant as the one on South Brentwood Boulevard. Mr. Clark replied “no”; he indicated that his a locally owned business. Joanne Boulton asked if this is going right across the street from City Hall. Mr. Clark replied “yes”. Will Liebermann asked why he does not plan on participating in a recycling program. Mr. Clark stated that there is limited space for containers, but if a recycling container was available to him that he would. Joanne Boulton stated that she encourages recycling. She added that this will be a great addition to downtown Clayton. Hearing no further questions or comments and hearing none from the audience, Ron Reim made a motion to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit to the Board of Aldermen as requested. The motion was seconded by Will Liebermann and unanimously approved by the members. Chairman Lichtenfeld asked when he plans to open. Mr. Clark replied “as soon as possible”. PLAN COMMISSION/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD – REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF APPROVALS – 7700 DAVIS DRIVE (CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH) Tyler Stephens, project architect and Tim Page, Central Presbyterian Church’s Executive Administrator, were in attendance at the meeting. Susan Istenes explained that the following new construction was approved by the Plan Commission and Architectural Review Board on October 1, 2012:
Review Board on October 1, 2012 remain in effect.
the applicable variances.