One bicycle rack with the capacity for approximately 7 bicycles is proposed at the main entrance to the building. Trash and recycling dumpsters will be located in a screened enclosure at the southwest corner off the site, along the

6 service drive. The proposed multi-purpose building is located perpendicular to Brentwood Boulevard, set between the proposed ice rink and the existing tennis courts. The main entrance to the building is oriented toward Brentwood Boulevard. The existing storm water runoff, according to the MSD 15 year, 20 minute calculation, is 7.72 cubic feet per second (CFS). The proposed runoff is 8.42 CFS, which represents an increase of 0.70 CFS. Bio-retention areas are proposed for water quality treatment and runoff reduction. The property is over one acre and therefore MSD requires water quality mitigation, not water quantity mitigation. The storm water plan has been reviewed and deemed acceptable. Impervious coverage in the R-2 Zoning District is limited to 55 percent of the total lot area. The proposed project will increase the amount of impervious coverage within the project limits from 56 percent to 68 percent. The proposed project is located in a portion of the larger park area, which will remain under the maximum impervious coverage limit. Multiple forms of lighting are proposed for walkways, stairs, entries and the ice rink. All exterior lighting will be shielded or cut-off to prevent spillover onto adjacent properties. On June 30, 2017, the proposed project was presented to the Plan Commission for Conceptual Review. During the meeting, members of the Plan Commission and the public commented on the proposed design and voiced various concerns to be addressed as the design was finalized. Some of the comments made during the meeting resulted in changes to the plans, while other comments were not directly addressed. Conceptual review occurs without a formal staff review prior to the meeting and since the conceptual review meeting staff has completed a more thorough review. Because of the public nature of the proposed project, staff feels it is important to include additional analysis of the comments and concerns voiced during conceptual review, especially those that have not led to changes in the proposed design. The proposed project will result in significant change to a highly visible and notable area of the City that has appeared as it does today for many generations. Staff recognizes that large changes to public places can have increased impacts to communities and residents. Re-development of the site provides the opportunity to address outdated aspects and operational inefficiencies of the existing facility. Currently, the building located adjacent to the ice rink serves little to no purpose in the months when the ice rink is not in operation, while at the same time the tennis courts lack a true indoor facility for management and operation of the courts. The location of the proposed building allows the facility to appropriately support both uses and host activity year round. The proposed location will result in the loss of mature trees; however, the location will be more aligned with goals of the Downtown Master Plan and preferred planning practices by locating the building near the street. Year round activity within the building will also be more visible from the street. The proposed location of the building results in the ice rink being shifted west and located further from Brentwood Boulevard than the current location. The existing ice rink is a vital contributor to the character of the park during the winter months. The current location allows skaters to be seen from South Brentwood Boulevard. While the proposed location will make the rink less visible, it will not be completely out of sight. The proposed lawn area between the ice rink and Brentwood Boulevard will preserve sight lines from certain areas. The activity located inside of the building will also be adjacent to the street to supplement the reduced ice rink views. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed rink location will result in a more efficient site layout and will positively contribute to the character of the area year round. Director Istenes noted that the proposed project is in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Zoning District and the Shaw Park Master Plan. Storm water will be adequately managed on site. The landscape

Storm water will be adequately managed on site. The landscape

7 plan features a variety of native species, shrubs and trees. Staff is of the opinion that the project meets the criteria for site plan approval and recommends approval with the following conditions:

1) The applicant shall address outstanding comments outlined in the City’s contracted landscape architect’s review letter dated December 4, 2017. 2) The applicant shall address outstanding comments outlined in the City’s contracted SWPPP reviewer’s letter dated December 1, 2017.

Parks Director DeForrest informed the Plan Commission members that they have held several meetings since their prior appearance (conceptual review) and the design has been modified based on feedback and site adjustments resulting primarily from comments from the engineer.

Mr. Testo began a PowerPoint presentation. Slides depicting site photos and the proposed site plan were shown.

Mr. Wohlschlaeger indicated that overall the massing is the same. He noted that a traffic study was completed and the current plan provides a pedestrian crossing only on the north side; the south side has been modified to accommodate vehicular movements. He noted that the streetscape will be expanded along Brentwood Boulevard to align with the Master Plan and desire for visibility.

Chairman Lichtenfeld noted that the ice rink is lower than the greenspace; he asked about a control fence and/or fence, questioning how one enters the rink.

Mr. Testo stated that the rink will be entirely enclosed; he showed the members the access on the site plan.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the east façade of the building will align with the pol building to the north.

Mr. Testo replied “yes”.

Ron Reim noted that there was previously a connection to the tennis building.

Mr. Testo stated that has not changed; he believes the benefits will override the longer walk.

Scott Wilson asked about the City’s landscape architect comments.

Mr. Wohlschlaeger stated that although they are removing larger trees, they are adding some.

When a proposed building is not located within a design district, staff reviews the proposed development in relation to the character of surrounding development and the goals of the building design. The existing buildings east of the project site are

9 multi-family tower structures or multi-story office buildings and vary in building materials and style. The proposed building will serve a different purpose than the tower structures and therefore staff believes the proposed building appropriately differs is design. Goals outlined in the Downtown Master Plan seek to create vibrant and active streets through the orientation of buildings to the sidewalk and use of storefront window systems that allow inside activity to transition outside. The proposed design brings the building to the street and uses large storefront window systems with transparent glazing to increase visibility of the interior spaces. Staff believes that the design is compatible with the goals for the Downtown area. Staff recognizes, however, that the elements of the design that are compatible with the master plan goals are not directly related to the building materials proposed and that use of more traditional building design elements, such as a gable roof, would not reduce compatibility. The existing service drive located along the west boundary of the project area will be resurfaced and slightly reconfigured, but will generally remain as it appears. All proposed walkways within the site are concrete. A 5 foot tall ornamental metal fence is proposed to enclose the ice rink area. The metal fence design is commonly found throughout the City on residential and commercial properties. Stone retaining walls are proposed in multiple places within the project area. The same stone veneer is proposed as an accent material on the building and will resemble the stone seen in Chapman Plaza. The proposed walls are either setback from walkways with a landscaping and sod buffer or part of planter bed. The trash and electric panel enclosures are located in the southwest corner of the project area. The proposed enclosures are 7 feet 10 inches tall and constructed of brick with fixed louver aluminum gates. There is also equipment proposed mounted to the flat roof at the western end of the building. The equipment will be screened by a louver metal screen. Director Istenes noted that staff is of the opinion that the design and materials of the proposed ice rink and multi-purpose building are compatible in terms of height, mass and design with nearby structures. The use of red brick as the primary building material is compatible with adjacent buildings, while the proposed roof and secondary building materials introduce modern design elements to the property. Adequate landscaping is proposed between the public sidewalks and front yard fences or walls. The proposed building will provide year round use of this area of Shaw Park and is compatible with goals for Downtown developments. She concluded by stating that staff recommends approval with the condition that the applicant revise the building elevations to replace areas proposed as wood panels with red brick.

Mr. Testo presented slides depicting park photos, a floor plan of the proposed multi-purpose building (he noted that the warming room has a 2-sided fireplace), and exterior elevations.

Scott Wilson noted that staff is recommending brick instead of wood panels.

Anna Krane stated that staff feels that brick will simplify the façade and that the panels being proposed are not commonly found in Clayton.

Ron Reim commented that he’s not crazy about the idea of using panels, he’d be okay with using real wood or an alternative to natural wood; referencing Clayton on the Park (COTP).

Anna Krane stated that staff feels that brick will simplify the façade and that the panels being proposed are not commonly found in Clayton. Ron Reim commented that he’s not crazy about the idea of using panels, he’d be okay with using real wood or an alternative to natural wood; referencing Clayton on the Park (COTP).

10 Joanne Boulton commented that she likes it broken up.

Brian Maguire referred to Brazilian Hardwood; like COTP.

Tom Caspari, area resident, referred to the faux brick on the Apex Building. He noted that pre- manufactured panels don’t look real.

Susan Istenes asked that the Board be clear about what they want in lieu of the panels.

Chairman Lichtenfeld stated that should be left up to the design team and the Parks Department in order to meet budget and achieve desired aesthetics.

Hearing no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to approve with the condition that the Parks Department and the design team choose the appropriate wood look material. The motion was seconded by Scott Wilson and unanimously approved by the Board.

Joanne Boulton commented that the Brentwood Boulevard elevation is the most visible, so the correct application of “wood” material along Brentwood may not be the same as used on the north and south sides of the building.

PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUED) – REZONING/PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD)/SUBDIVISION PLAT/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – MIXED-USE BUILDING – 8049 FORSYTH BOULEVARD

Brandon Bogan & Darren Kittner, representing the developer, Flaherty & Collins, and Chuck Hull, project architect, were in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that this continuation of a public hearing to consider a rezoning and PUD. She informed the members that Lee Cannon, traffic engineer with CBB and Spencer Litteken with the City’s Public Works Department are here as well.

Mr. Bogan thanked the members and stated that he’s happy to be back here again. He began a PowerPoint presentation, noting that he wants to clarify square footages of the proposed project. He noted that the gross square footage of the project is 457,575 which includes 130,988 square feet of parking garage. There are 17 studio, 121 1-bedroom and 91 2-bedroom units proposed for a total of 228 (may be a slight fluctuation in that number). He noted that they will obtain a minimum bronze National Green Building Standards for the building. He noted that the project provides 12 bicycle spaces on the street and 81 more inside the building for a total of 93 bicycle parking spaces.

Joanne Boulton commented that she believes the demand will be more.

Mr. Bogan agreed.