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July 16, 2018 — Meeting Minutes
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Mr. Dawdy stated that the original intention is for them to go.
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Richard Lintz stated that he likes the new sign and asked if consideration has been given to moving it 90-degrees so it’s visible on both sides.
Mr. Dawdy replied “yes”; however, they are now trying to avoid removing the wall signs.
Anna Krane commented that historically, wall and ground signs (25 sq. ft. each side) have been allowed.
Chairman Lichtenfeld asked about the illumination.
Mr. Dawdy stated that the rendering is not very good; only the logo and word will be illuminated.
Brian Maguire stated that he’s okay with the logo on the directional signs.
Richard Lintz agreed that the logo will be beneficial.
Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that he respects staff’s position; however, he believes the logo is needed.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Ron Reim made a motion to approve as requested with staff recommendation number 1 (addition of landscape bed). The motion was seconded by Brian Maguire and unanimously approved by the Board.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT – WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SOUTH 40 CAMPUS (CONTINUED)
Gary Feder, attorney representing Washington University, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance was Cheryl Adelstein, AssistantVice-Chancellor for Community Relations and Local Governmental Affairs/Washington University.
Susan Istenes indicated that she was not going to read the entire staff report and would only note changes that have been made since the last presentation/proposal as follows: The original request was for 3,800 beds; however, the University has revised the request to 3,413 beds with the intention of returning in the future to request the additional beds based on the campus master plan. The University is requesting to increase the maximum bed count by 113 to 3,413 beds. The revised request for bed count is based on the number of existing rooms on campus that are left vacant. The University would like to use all available beds at this time and return in the future for the increased bed count based on the master plan build out. Based on the proposed bed count of 3,413, the University would be required to provide 1,138 spaces. The University is proposing to provide 901 parking spaces on the South 40 campus resulting in a waiver request of 237 spaces. The University has provided a parking study prepared by CBB transportation engineers and planners, to support the waiver request. The 3,413 beds represent the total number of existing beds on the South 40
The motion was seconded by William Liebermann and unanimously approved by the members. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – SIGNAGE – COMMERCIAL – 135 NORTH MERAMEC AVENUE (MIDWEST BANK)
4 Terry Dawdy, architect, was in attendance at the meeting.
Susan Istenes explained that the applicant is requesting a ground sign and two directional signs. The proposed ground sign is 24 square feet in area and displays the name of the bank and bank logo in silver, white, blue and taupe. The proposed wall is aluminum with plastic letter faces and will be internally illuminated. The sign is located along South Meramec Avenue in front of the building. The proposed directional signs are 5 square feet in area and display the bank logo and either “enter” or “exit.” The applicant is proposing to reface the existing directional signs in blue, white and taupe. One sign is proposed south of the drive and one is located north of the drive. The proposed ground sign will depict only the building owner name. The sign is proposed in the lawn area and not in a landscaped area as required by the Sign Ordinance. The sign is supported by two diamond braces that resemble the bank logo. Staff is of the opinion that the unique design will be compatible with the building and provide a point of visual interest. Staff recommends that a planting area for seasonal flowers and shorter plants is added around the northern end of the sign base to will allow the sign to conform with requirements without screening the logo support element. Directional signs are considered accessory signs, which are allowed by the sign code when they specifically benefit the public. Historically, directional signs have not been permitted to include commercial advertising because it can clutter the intended message. The bank logo should be removed from the directional signs. The subject property has one large curb cut for both the entrance and exit. Because the one-way drives do not have separate curb cuts, the directional signs will provide additional clarity to vehicles. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed directional signs are appropriate in consideration of the characteristics of the building and surrounding context and recommends approval of the proposed signage with the following conditions:
Mr. Dawdy indicated that he has no issue with the recommendation for the landscape bed; however, he would like to discuss the emblem (logo) on the directional signs.
A sample directional sign depicting the requested logo was presented. He asked that the logo on these directional signs remain so those seeing them will know the parking is for the bank and not public parking.
Chairman Lichtenfeld referred to two other bank signs; one facing north and one facing south. He asked the need for a third east facing sign.
Mr. Dawdy indicated that the additional sign will add character and interest to the newly renovated building.
Richard Lintz asked if the wall signs will remain.
Mr. Dawdy stated that the original intention is for them to go.
The University has provided a parking study prepared by CBB transportation engineers and planners, to support the waiver request. The 3,413 beds represent the total number of existing beds on the South 40
6 Campus. The University is proposing to renovate buildings and use vacant rooms, which would result in the immediate addition of 113 beds. Staff is of the opinion that the additional beds are reasonable in relation to the campus plan and appropriate given the location and design of the buildings. Director Istenes noted that staff recommendation is to recommend approval of the conditional use permit to the Board of Aldermen with the following conditions:
campus;