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November 16, 2015 — Meeting Minutes
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proposed paint color for the existing EIFS.
5 Mr. Van Zant indicated that they made the changes suggested at the previous meeting. He presented a color sample of the Bohemian Black.
It was noted that on Sheet AE12, the color is shown as gray but it’s noted as black.
Mr. Van Zant stated that gray is only on the trim.
Sherry Eisenberg asked where the wood will be.
Mr. Van Zant replied that the wood is at the windows.
Hearing no further questions or comments, Pepe Finn made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Josh Corson and unanimously approved by the Board.
SITE PLAN REVIEW/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW - NEW CONSTRUCTION – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE – 8318 UNIVERSITY DRIVE
Paul Fendler, project architect, and Chris Peeples, civil engineer, were in attendance at the meeting.
Susan Istenes explained that this is a request for review of the site plan associated with the proposed construction of a 2-story, 4,796-square-foot single-family residence (not including the basement) with an attached, side-entry, at-grade garage. The height of the proposed residence is 28 feet as measured from the average existing grade to the mean height of the roof. Also proposed are a 13-foot tall, 225-square-foot accessory building and a pool. The applicant is proposing to use a geothermal system that doesn’t require exterior mechanical equipment. Pool equipment will be located at the south side of the home adjacent to the garage and will be screened by a painted wood fence. Trash will be stored in a 40-square-foot trash enclosure located at the south side of the home adjacent to the garage. The trash enclosure will be screened by a painted wood fence and gate. The Clayton Gardens Urban Design District limits impervious coverage to 40 percent of the total lot and allows an increase in impervious coverage for projects that meet certain criteria. For this project, the allowable impervious coverage is increased to 50 percent for the inclusion of an at- grade, side-loading garage. The existing impervious coverage on site is 25 percent. The new plans increase the impervious coverage to 48 percent, which is below the maximum allowable impervious coverage of 50 percent. The existing storm water runoff, according to the MSD 15 year, 20 minute calculation, is 0.558 cubic feet per second (CFS). The proposed runoff is 0.669 CFS, which represents an increase in 0.111 CFS, and therefore on site storm water mitigation is required. To mitigate the increase in storm water runoff, all downspouts will be piped to a dry well in the northeast corner of the lot. The Public Works Department has reviewed and approved the plans with the condition that the site plan be revised to provide additional pop up emitters in order to equally distribute the storm water flow throughout the yard. The proposed landscape design features a variety of understory trees, ornamental shrubs and perennials that are appropriate for the size of the site and character of the neighborhood. The landscape plan shows the removal of 42 caliper inches of trees, all of which require onsite replacement. The landscape plan proposes 70
conformance with the Bicycle Parking Regulations.
proposed paint color for the existing EIFS.
The landscape plan shows the removal of 42 caliper inches of trees, all of which require onsite replacement. The landscape plan proposes 70
6 caliper inches of new deciduous and broadleaf evergreen trees. The City’s contracted landscape architect is of the opinion that the proposed trees are suitable for the site. The proposed construction wash-down is located within the critical root zone of an existing street tree, and therefore notes should be added to the landscape plan to root prune the tree prior to installation of the construction fence and wash-down station. All other existing trees to remain are shown to be protected and preserved per City guidelines. The proposed exposed aggregate driveway located on the east side of the property measures 12 feet wide at the property line; therefore, the applicant is requesting alternative compliance. According to the applicant, the location of an existing street tree requires that the driveway angle out and curve around the tree to exit onto Lancaster Drive. Due to his configuration, backing out of the driveway onto Lancaster would create a difficult and dangerous condition. A 12-foot wide driveway would create a higher degree of maneuverability when exiting the property onto the street, which will in turn create a safer condition for the homeowner. Due to the unique site conditions and the relatively minor deviation from the standard, staff supports granting alternative compliance for the proposed 12-foot wide driveway. Exterior lighting is proposed at the exterior doors, garage, and accessory building. All exterior lights will be 75 watts or less. Susan stated that the proposed home is compatible with surrounding homes in the neighborhood, that storm water will be adequately managed on site, and the landscape plan provides for a variety of new trees, shrubs, and groundcover that is suitable for the area. The height, setbacks, and impervious coverage as proposed are in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District and the Clayton Gardens Urban Design District; that staff is of the opinion that the project meets the criteria for site plan approval and recommends approval of the site plan with the following conditions, to be approved by staff prior to the issuance of a building permit:
distribute the storm water flow throughout the yard.