Behrens indicated that if they are held to a 12 square-foot sign, they won’t put one up. A slide depicting an accurate rendering of the building with a 12 square-foot sign and with a 25 square-foot sign was shown.

3 Chairman Lichtenfeld suggested dropping the tagline “building a better world” to reduce the size of the sign.

Mr. Behrens stated that the tagline is needed and a 12 square-foot sign is simply too small.

William Liebermann agreed; noting that the sign is set back from the street 65-80 feet.

Joanne Boulton agreed that the tagline is not readable.

After much discussion, Scott Wilson made a motion to approve the sign/sign modification as requested/proposed. The motion was seconded by William Lieberman and received the following vote: Ayes: Ron Reim, Joanne Boulton, William Liebermann, Scott Wilson and Brian Maguire; Nays: Chairman Lichtenfeld.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – 3-CAR DETACHED GARAGE (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) 6367 ELLENWOOD

Tyler Stephens, project architect, and Dennis Upshaw, owner, was in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that the proposed project consists of demolition of the existing detached garage and the construction of a 927 square foot, 3-car detached garage. The height of the proposed garage is 15 feet as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of the roof. All 3- car detached garages are required to go before the Architectural Review Board for review prior to obtaining a Building Permit. The surrounding neighborhood features many properties with detached garages or accessory structures. The proposed garage location is further north, into the rear yard, than the existing garage location. The garage is a minimum of 5 feet from the side and rear property lines, in conformance with setback requirements for accessory structures. The proposed location is screened from the east by the neighbor’s detached garage. The proposed garage is similar in style to the existing house. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed detached garage is compatible with the neighborhood character. Total lot impervious coverage is limited to 55 percent in the R-1 Zoning District. The proposed project will increase impervious coverage on site from 31.4 percent to 38.5 percent, which remains below the maximum allowed. Accessory structure footprints are limited to 35 percent of the required rear yard. The proposed detached garage footprint covers 16.8 percent of the required rear yard. The primary building material of the proposed garage is red brick to match the existing house. White cement board siding is proposed as the accent material for the gable roof ends, which also matches the existing house. The proposed roof is clad in antique slate architectural shingles. White double hung windows and white garage doors are proposed. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed design and materials are compatible with the existing house and neighborhood character. The existing shared driveway will remain along the east property line and will be extended north to the new garage. There is an existing solid wood fence along the north property line. The applicant is proposing to extend the 6 foot tall wood fence along a portion of the east property line, adjacent to the proposed garage. The applicant is proposing a 4 foot tall wrought iron fence along the west edge of the driveway with an electric gate

The applicant is proposing to extend the 6 foot tall wood fence along a portion of the east property line, adjacent to the proposed garage. The applicant is proposing a 4 foot tall wrought iron fence along the west edge of the driveway with an electric gate

4 across the driveway. A wrought iron fence is also proposed from the northwest corner of the existing house to the existing wood fence along the west property line. In conclusion, Director Istenes noted that the project as proposed is in conformance with the requirements of the R-1 Large Lot Single Family Dwelling District and the Architectural Review Guidelines; that staff is of the opinion that the proposed garage is compatible in terms of mass, height and design with the existing house and surrounding neighborhood and therefore, staff recommends approval as requested.

Mr. Stephens began a PowerPoint presentation. He noted that this is a fairly simple project - replacing a 2-car garage with a 3-car garage; the R-1 zoned property backs up to Forsyth Boulevard at the east end of Clayton.

Slides depicting an aerial view of the property, house photos, the driveway and existing garage were shown.

Mr. Stephens explained that the new garage will be further back on the lot; more in line with the neighbor’s garage.

A slide depicting the site plan was shown.

Mr. Stephens noted that a new wrought fence and motorized gate is also part of the project.

Elevation drawings were shown.

Joanne Boulton commented that the house has very few remarkable features so adding headers is a good idea.

William Liebermann asked how wide the garage doors are.

Mr. Stephens indicated that they are 9-foot wide and 8-foot tall.

Samples of the proposed materials (brick, clad window and asphalt shingle roof [Slate-line]) were presented.

Joanne Boulton commented that she likes the project.

Ron Reom added that it was well done.

William Liebermann asked if there are stairs leading to the second floor.

Mr. Stephens indicated that there are drop down stairs and the attic truss will allow for storage.

Staff is of the opinion that the project meets the criteria for site plan approval and therefore, recommends approval with the condition that to ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry well and French drain, the applicant shall record the approved site plan with St. Louis County, and submit proof of recording to the City prior to the issuance of a building permit.

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Ms. Strutman presented a site plan to the members.

Mr. Volz presented a drainage map [existing and proposed] and explained the storm water drainage plan, noting the addition of a front yard drywell that pipes water to the street and a rear yard French drain. He added that there will be less drainage toward the rear neighbor’s as well.

Scott Wilson asked what the drywell system will look like from the street.

Mr. Volz stated that it can’t be seen.

Scott Wilson asked if a system such as this is preferred over connecting to the storm sewer.

Mr. Volz replied “yes” adding that MSD does not like direct connection to the storm sewer; a system like this detains/slows water flor and prevents flooding downstream.

Brian Maguire asked how close to the house a drywell can be.

Mr. Volz replied “very close”.

Scott Wilson referred to the large dead tree that has to be removed.

Hearing no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to approve the site plan per staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Brian Maguire and unanimously approved by the members.

The architectural aspects of the project were now up for review.

Because there was no one left in the audience except for the applicants, Susan Istenes spoke only to the proposed home’s compatibility, stating that staff is of the opinion that the proposed design and materials are compatible with the neighborhood character and that the project is in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District and the Architectural Review Guidelines. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed house is compatible in terms of mass, height, and design with existing nearby houses and recommends approval as submitted.

Ms. Strutman presented a color rendering of the proposed home to the members.

Chairman Lichtenfeld stated that the house is refreshing; different than Lauren’s usual traditional designs.

Samples of the brick, Indiana limestone, roof and windows were presented. Also presented were elevation drawings.

Samples of the brick, Indiana limestone, roof and windows were presented. Also presented were elevation drawings.

7 Joanne Boulton asked if the windows are casement.

Ms. Strutman replied “yes”.

Ron Reim commented that the height of the second floor windows are shorter than he would expect.

Ms. Strutman indicated that the second floor ceiling height is only 8-feet.

Joanne Boulton commented that she loves the solution for the shared bathroom.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that it’s a good-looking house and works well with the house to the east.

Ms. Strutman informed the Chairman that she designed that house as well.

Ron Reim stated that he’s okay with the house not having shutters.

Joanne Boulton asked how close the brick color of this house will be to the house to the east.

Ms. Strutman stated that this is a red brick house; the brick on the house to the east is more of a taupe color.

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.

SITE PLAN/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – NEW CONSTRUCTION – SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE – 656 LANGTON DRIVE

Lauren Strutman, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance was David Volz, project civil engineer, and the builder, Ken Debrecht.

Because there was no one left in the audience except for the applicants, Director Istenes spoke only to staff’s conclusion that the height, setbacks and impervious coverage as proposed are in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District and the Clayshire Urban Design District. Stormwater 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 to ensure proper maintenance and operation of the drywell, the applicant is to file the approved site plan with St. Louis County and provide proof of filing to the City prior to issuance of a building permit.