Carolyn Gaidis asked that the following correction be made to Page 5, third to last paragraph: “She asked if the wall will be hard pruned or…”. The minutes were then approved as amended, after having been previously distributed to the members.

2 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – SUNSHADE – 6501 WYDOWN BLVD (FIRST TRINITARIAN CONCREGATION PRESCHOOL)

Anne Chao, Preschool Director, was in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that the site is improved with a church building and a small playground for the daycare. The proposed project consists of the construction of a 550 square foot canopy structure adjacent to the playground at the southeast corner of the building and lot. The height of the proposed shade structure is approximately 12 feet as measured from grade to the top of the support posts. The proposed structure is located in the front yard of the church property, adjacent to the existing daycare play area. The shade structure will be visible from Wydown Boulevard and University Lane. The daycare play area has been located along Wydown Boulevard for many years with some renovations receiving approval from the Architectural Review Board in 2005. Staff believes that the shade structure is compatible with the play area, but the more modern design does stray from the classic architecture of the church. The support posts are proposed as powder coated steel and the shade canopy color is royal blue. The canopy color has been selected to match the preschool colors of blue and yellow. The applicant is proposing to remove the shade portion of the structure during winter months, leaving only the support posts in place throughout the year. There is also an existing row of bushes along both streets providing screening of the play area. Staff is of the opinion that a more muted canopy color would blend with the church building and not attract as much attention as the royal blue; however, staff also recognizes that the canopy is for a preschool and brighter colors are often preferred when associated with this type of use. Staff is of the opinion that the screening provided by onsite plantings and street trees would reduce the visual impact of the blue canopy. The proposed shade structure extends from the southeast corner of the church building. Covered porches and patios may extend into a front yard setback up to five feet. The proposed shade structure extends into both front yards (Wydown Boulevard and University Lane) further than allowed, so a setback variance granted by the Board of Adjustment will be needed in order to construct the structure as proposed. Director Istenes stated that staff’s opinion is that the design is compatible in terms of mass, height, and design with existing neighborhood character. The proposed project will require review by the Board of Adjustment for a setback variance, but otherwise the project is in conformance with the zoning requirements of the R-1 Large Lot Single Family Dwelling District, and staff recommends approval as requested.

Ms. Chao indicated that the preschool has been in operation since 1983 and many trees have been lost over the last 20 years. She stated that this is the only location for the playground and the children need shade. She informed the members that they have been raising money for the past 2 years for this shade structure and that they would like to use Shade Guard as the contractor.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the shade structure will be removed in the winter.

Ms. Chao replied “yes”, adding that they plan to remove it annually by the end of October and have it cleaned before storing it until the following March when they reinstall it.

Ms. Chao replied “yes”, adding that they plan to remove it annually by the end of October and have it cleaned before storing it until the following March when they reinstall it.

3 Chairman Lichtenfeld asked about its stability during a storm.

Ms. Chao explained that it will handle most winds okay; however, during a heavy storm the grommets can release.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if there are 3 poles and the building itself that this structure is supported by.

Ms. Chao replied “yes”.

A sample of the material/color (aquamarine) was presented. Ms. Chao informed the members that she is certainly open to another color if necessary; the important thing is the shade it will provide.

Carolyn Gaidis commented that she’s used these sunshades before and they are great.

Elisa Wang, Church member, voiced the Church’s support of the proposal.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if Ms. Chao understood the need for a variance.

Ms. Chao replied “yes”.

The topic of the proposed color began. Craig Owens commented that he would prefer a neutral color, but he’s okay with the blue. After a brief discussion regarding the proposed blue color, the members all agreed to the color as proposed.

Hearing no further questions or comments and hearing none from the audience, Ron Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by William Liebermann and unanimously approved by the Board.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – ADDITION TO SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE – 419 POLO

Mike Antkowiak, on behalf of Jane Ann Forney, project architect, and the owner, was in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that the proposed project consists of the construction of a 544 square foot addition above the attached, rear-entry garage and a rear deck. The height of the existing residence is approximately 30 feet 10 inches as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of the roof and the height of the addition measure 19 feet above grade. There is a distinct character and design of the houses located on this block of Polo Drive. Most houses were constructed around the 1920s and feature large front porches, predominantly dark red brick and clay tile roofs. Over the years renovations to various houses have included adding screens or glass to the front porches, painting brick and constructing rear additions; however, the character along the street has remained stable. The proposed rear addition and deck will not change the style of the