REQUEST FOR A MODIFICATION TO THE SIGN REGULATIONS – 200 SOUTH BRENTWOOD BOULEVARD (PARK TOWER) – CONTINUED (plans revised since previous presentation)

Michael Freund, representing Park Tower Condo Association, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance was Jon Krone, Warren Sign Company (sign contractor).

2 Susan Istenes explained that the applicant submitted revised plans proposing an accessory sign on the drive canopy and an accessory directional sign on the existing screening wall. The proposed directional sign conforms with the requirements of the Sign Ordinance, while the proposed drive canopy sign does not and therefore requires approval of a sign modification. Director Istenes noted that some of the calculations and areas shown on the plans submitted by the applicant do not match staff’s calculations. Based on the Sign Ordinance and policy, staff calculates sign area as a rectangle and does not subtract areas between words, letters or lines. The following staff report references sign areas based on staff calculations, not the applicant’s submittals. There is an existing ground sign located in northwest corner of the property adjacent to the intersection, which displays the building name, Park Tower, and the name of the restaurant, Dominic’s Trattoria. The existing Park Tower sign measures 15.25 square feet with a 4.3 square foot Dominic’s sign on top. Previously, the applicant was proposing the addition of a second ground sign to the screen-wall located in the northeast corner of the property. The applicant is now proposing a directional sign on the screen-wall measuring 6 square feet and displaying the building description “private residences.” The proposed sign is considered an accessory directional sign and conforms to the regulations outlined in the Sign Ordinance: “accessory signs that may specifically benefit the public as hereinafter provided: directional traffic, parking or regulatory ground signs not exceeding 6 square feet.” The proposed directional sign on the screen-wall does not require a sign modification and could be administratively approved; however, because the proposed sign is a revision based on feedback from the Architectural Review Board, staff is requesting a decision from the Architectural Review Board. The proposed accessory sign on the drive canopy was not revised from the previous submission. The proposed accessory sign is 20.4 square feet and displays the building name, Park Tower. The proposed sign is classified as an accessory sign because it is not attached directly to the building wall and signs on drive canopies are not specifically listed in the Sign Ordinance. The proposed sign was determined to have a maximum allowed area of 8 square feet based on the following section of the Sign Ordinance: “an accessory sign authorized by the Director of Planning and Development Services and not listed above shall be proportioned by the Director of Planning and Development Services to the nearest listed above.” It was determined by the Director of Planning and Development Services that the nearest listed accessory sign is the rear building entrance sign, which is limited to 8 square feet. The proposed directional sign on the screen-wall will provide clarity to visitors of the property and the City. It is the opinion of staff that the proposed sign is compatible with the property and surrounding area. The proposed sign on the drive canopy is substantially larger than the Sign Ordinance allows. The modification request amounts to a signage surplus of approximately 12.4 square feet. According to the Sign Ordinance, modifications should only be granted “due to unusual conditions, such as façades that are angled or curved to the front street or streets or land uses which involve substantial accessory uses both inside and outside of buildings and requiring identification or substantial open space or street frontage or a similar unusual condition.” The orientation of the building is unusual with the address being 200 South Brentwood Boulevard and the main building entrance located off of Bonhomme Avenue. The purpose of size restrictions for signs is to maintain the proper proportions of signs in relation to their surrounding context. While the proposed accessory sign is located on a canopy rather than against a building wall, the proposed sign is setback from the street and therefore staff recognizes the need for a larger sign to be legible from the street. Staff is of the opinion that the

While the proposed accessory sign is located on a canopy rather than against a building wall, the proposed sign is setback from the street and therefore staff recognizes the need for a larger sign to be legible from the street. Staff is of the opinion that the

3 proposed accessory signs are appropriate in consideration of the characteristics of the building and surrounding context and recommends approval as requested.

Mr. Krone indicated that he had not attended the previous meeting but he has been brought up-to- speed regarding their request. He announced that they are unable to show the PowerPoint presentation that had prepared for this evening.

Acting Chairman Reim asked what changed.

Mr. Krone indicated that the wing wall sign now simply states “private residences”.

Joanne Boulton asked if the existing Park Tower sign changed.

Mr. Krone replied “no”.

Acting Chairman Reim commented that based on the last meeting, this proposal seems reasonable.

Joanne Boulton commented that this is a good compromise.

Hearing no further questions or comments from the Board and hearing nothing from the audience, Scott Wilson made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by William Liebermann and unanimously approved by the Board.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – COLORED DRIVEWAY – 8300 KINGSBURY BOULEVARD

Gabe DuBois, representing the developer, MRM Manlin, was in attendance.

Susan Istenes explained that on April 18, 2016 the Plan Commission and Architectural Review Board approved plans for a new single-family residence at this property and that the home is currently under construction. The approved plans included a 9-foot wide exposed aggregate driveway. The applicant is now requesting an amendment to the driveway material and is proposing colored concrete with a stamped brick edge. The proposed plans show the colored concrete and stamped edge continuing onto the driveway apron located in the public right of way. The driveway apron is subject to City standards outlined and enforced by the Public Works Department. At this time, the Architectural Review Board is only being asked to make a decision regarding driveway material on private property. The material and design of the apron will be subject to separate review by the Public Works Department. Director Istenes continued by stating that with respect to driveways, the City’s Architectural Review Board Guidelines read as follows:

To eliminate the appearance of "a sea of concrete", the driveway should be exposed aggregate, brick pavers or stamped concrete. Aprons are to be constructed to the Department of Public Works standards.