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December 5, 2016 — Meeting Minutes
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Susan Istenes stated that she would have to confer with Public Works. Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if there were any further questions or comments.
4 Michael Sorkin, Clayton resident, commented that the public sidewalks are slippery when they are wet and asked if sandblasting will help alleviate that.
Mr. Davis replied “yes”.
Mr. Sorkin added that the sidewalk is dangerous and he would like something done about that.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Scott Wilson made a motion to approve per staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Josh Corson and unanimously approved by the Board.
Chairman Lichtenfeld re-announced that 45 Arundel is being postponed and won’t be considered this evening.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – CANOPY - 8100 MARYLAND AVENUE (HERBIE’S)
Rick Gangloff, contractor, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance was Aaron Teitelbaum, owner of Herbie’s.
Susan Istenes explained that the applicant proposes to construct a +/- 304 square foot vinyl canopy (19 feet 2 inches wide x 16 feet long) attached to and extending 16 feet from the east facing building front towards the sidewalk. The purpose of the canopy appears to be to provide shade to an outdoor dining area in front of the existing restaurant along Brentwood Boulevard. The canopy will cover an aluminum frame which will be supported by five steel legs bolted to the concrete patio. The canopy structure will be 10 feet 7 inches tall at its highest point and will taper down towards the sidewalk where it will be 7 feet tall at the front. For comparison, umbrellas used in outdoor dining areas typically range between 8 and 10 feet tall. Director Istenes noted that this site is unique because the outdoor dining area is located on private property. Five existing street trees, located at the back of the sidewalk, were recently removed by the City and are scheduled to be replaced. The City’s Forestry division has indicated that the trees will be replaced with Lacebark Elm, similar to those across the street on Brentwood Boulevard\. The proposed length of the canopy appears to interfere with the remaining tree wells and replacement trees; however, the dimensions between the tree wells and the front edge of the canopy and the front edge of the canopy and the sidewalk, were not provided by the applicant. At maturity, the replacement trees should reach a spread of approximately 30 feet. Therefore, the canopy structure will have to be of a size and location that does not interfere with the replacement trees. The color of the canopy is not specified in the application. The proposed canopy material is of high quality and consistent with the design of the existing canopies along the front of the restaurant an therefore, staff recommends approval with the following conditions:
compliance with the following items:
A. Address the outstanding items pursuant to the Existing Tree schedule analysis (staff will provide to applicant).
B. The PDFs for drawings L102 and L103 are blank. Please reprint the PDF.
The PDFs for drawings L102 and L103 are blank. Please reprint the PDF.
3 C. Provide a completed digital tree chart in Excel format and put the whole chart on the drawings. The chart will calculate the tree replacements required and/or compensation to the City of Clayton tree fund.
D. Provide the second sheet of the Existing Tree Plan to show where tree numbers 19 through 23 are located and numbered. Make sure all of the existing trees are shown on the tree chart. It looks like some are missing.
E. There are (13) 8’-10” height ornamental trees proposed for the site. Provide a caliper equivalent so that they can count toward caliper replacement.
Mr. Davis stated that these renovations are a precursor to other building renovations. He began a PowerPoint presentation with the first slide depicting a site plan that included the proposed replacement trees; he noted that the three honey locust trees are to remain. He stated that they also propose to sandblast and refinish the pavement and light the canopy with LED bulbs. A slide depicting the proposed plant materials was shown and Mr. Davis noted that the plan complies with the City’s approved tree list.
Josh Corson asked where the subject parking spaces on Bonhomme are specifically located.
Mr. Davis indicated that the subject spaces are actually on Brentwood Boulevard.
Scott Wilson asked what will replace the 87 ½ caliper inches of trees being removed.
Mr. Davis stated that he did not know off-hand.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked about the re-painting of the canopies.
Mr. Davis stated that there are 4 small canopies and 1 larger canopy that will be repainted to match the building; a warm, darker gray color.
Scott Wilson asked what sidewalk the staff report is referring to with regards to City streetscape.
Susan Istenes replied “the Bonhomme sidewalk”.
Chairman Lichtenfeld questioned if there are more trees in the right-of-way than are indicated on the drawing.
Susan Istenes stated that she would have to confer with Public Works.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if there were any further questions or comments.
trees and therefore shall be located no closer than fifteen (15) feet from the center of the existing tree wells.
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Mr. Teitelbaum asked that he be approved for the canopy as drawn/proposed. He stated that there’s only one place to mount it and if the projection is reduced, there would be nowhere to mount it.
Joanne Boulton asked about the tree lawn issue.
Mr. Teitelbaum stated that he was under the impression that the tree wells would be removed/ relocated by the City and that if he has to account for new trees, he won’t be able to install the canopy.
Josh Corson asked if this was a Public Works issue.
Susan Istenes replied “yes”. she added that she was told by Public Works that the trees would be replaced and that when she [staff] originally saw the proposal for the canopy, it was not of this shape or size.
Joanne Boulton commented that this Board cannot override a Public Works issue.
Susan Istenes concurred.
William Lieberman asked Director Istenes if she was told the tree wells would be moved.
Susan Istenes replied “no”; adding that she previously met with Mr. Teitelbaum and that she made him aware of the street tree/tree well issue.
Craig Owens asked the City’s Civil Engineer, Spencer Litteken, if the tree wells are scheduled to be removed.
Spencer Litteken stated that they are not scheduled to be removed; however, it has been discussed.
Scott Wilson recommended tabling this item.
Chairman Lichtenfeld agreed.
Craig Owens asked the applicant if the base of the awning has to be affixed or if there is another option.
Mr. Gangloff stated that the posts would have to be placed on top of the concrete wall which runs parallel to the building, per an engineering requirement.