April 7, 2025 — Meeting Minutes
MINUTES CITY PLAN COMMISSION/ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD April 7, 2025 CITY HALL CHAMBERS/ZOOM MEETING
The City Plan Commission/Architectural Review Board of the City of Clayton, Missouri, met on the above date at 5:30 p.m. at the CITY HALL CHAMBERS/via ZOOM meeting. Upon roll call, the following responded:
PRESENT Steve Lichtenfeld, Chair Bridget McAndrew, Aldermanic Representative Helen DiFate Kami Waldman Jim Arsenault David Gipson, City Manager
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE Anna Krane, Director of Planning & Development Ryan Helle, Planner Stephanie Karr, City Attorney
ABSENT Bob Denlow
MINUTES Regular meeting of 03/17/2025
Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS 1. 33 North Central Avenue – Plan Commission – Conditional Use Permit (00:01:00) Consideration of a request by Mike Randolph, Applicant, on behalf of Nettie’s Pizza, Tenant, for review of a Restaurant Conditional Use Permit.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation that the Plan Commission recommend approval of the CUP to the Board of Alderman as submitted. Mike Randolph was present on behalf of the project. PC- ARB discussed the proposal with the project representative. Bridget McAndrew made a recommendation to recommend approval of the CUP to the Board of Alderman as submitted. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
2. 46 North Central Avenue – Plan Commission – Conditional Use Permit (00:05:00) Consideration of a request by Jim Treis, Applicant, on behalf of Sushi AI, Tenant, for review of a Restaurant Conditional Use Permit.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation that the Plan Commission recommend approval of the CUP to the Board of Alderman as submitted. Katie Treis was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representative. Bridget McAndrew made a recommendation to recommend approval of the CUP to the Board of Alderman as submitted. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
3. 7507 Westmoreland Avenue – Site Plan Review – New Single-Family Home (00:09:20) Consideration of a request by Paul Fendler, Applicant, on behalf of Scott Partridge, Owner, for site plan review associated with a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve with the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall provide a percolation test report conducted by a qualified geotechnical engineer. The report must assess the performance of the proposed drywell based on the anticipated impact of a 15-year, 20-minute storm event. Should the results indicate that the proposed drywell is insufficient to accommodate the stormwater runoff generated by this event, the applicant shall be required to upsize the drywell accordingly to ensure adequate performance and compliance with applicable stormwater management standards. 2. To ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry-well, the applicant shall record a deed restriction noting the location and maintenance requirements of the dry-well system and shall submit proof of the recording prior to issuance of a Building Permit. Paul Fendler was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representative. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve with the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a percolation test report conducted by a qualified geotechnical engineer. The report must assess the performance of the proposed drywell based on the anticipated impact of a 15-year, 20-minute storm event. Should the results indicate that the proposed drywell is insufficient to accommodate the stormwater runoff generated by this event, the applicant shall be required to upsize the drywell accordingly to ensure adequate performance and compliance with applicable stormwater management standards. 2. To ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry-well, the applicant shall record a deed restriction noting the location and maintenance requirements of the dry-well system and shall submit proof of the recording prior to issuance of a Building Permit. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
4. 7507 Westmoreland Avenue – Architectural Review – New Single-Family Home (00:16:45) Consideration of a request by Paul Fendler, Applicant, on behalf of Scott Partridge, Owner, for review of design and materials associated with a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve as submitted. Paul Fendler was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representative. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve as submitted. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
5. 10 Brighton Way – Site Plan Review – New Multi-Family (00:21:08) Consideration of a request by Megan Mitchell, Applicant, on behalf of DOST Corp., Owner, for site plan review associated with a new condominium.
Helen DiFate recused herself from New Business Item 5. Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve as submitted. Tyler Stephens, Architect, and Doug Cohen, Developer, were present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representatives. Public comments were heard. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve as submitted. Kami Waldman seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
6. 10 Brighton Way – Architectural Review – New Multi-Family (01:15:06) Consideration of a request by Megan Mitchell, Applicant, on behalf of DOST Corp., Owner, for review of design and materials associated with a new condominium.
Helen DiFate recused herself from New Business Item 6. Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve as submitted. Tyler Stephens, Architect, and Doug Cohen, Developer, were present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representatives. Public comments were heard. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve as submitted. Kami Waldman seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
7. 515 South Central Avenue – Site Plan Review – New Single-Family Home (01:39:04) Consideration of a request by Tony Camacho, Applicant, on behalf of David Chan, Owner, for site plan review associated with a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve with the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a percolation test report conducted by a qualified geotechnical engineer. The report must assess the performance of the proposed drywell based on the anticipated impact of a 15-year, 20- minute storm event. Should the results indicate that the proposed drywell is insufficient to accommodate the stormwater runoff generated by this event, the applicant shall be required to upsize the drywell accordingly to ensure adequate performance and compliance with applicable stormwater management standards.
2. To ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry-well drive, the applicant shall record a deed restriction noting the location and maintenance requirements of the dry-well system and shall submit proof of the recording prior to issuance of a Building Permit. 3. The applicant shall contribute to the city forestry fund compensatory with the requirements of Section 405.4110.C.2.A. Tony Camacho, Applicant, was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the project with the applicant. Public comments were heard. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to continue the item to an unspecified meeting date. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
8. 515 South Central Avenue – Architectural Review – New Single-Family Home (02:16:09) Consideration of a request by Tony Camacho, Applicant, on behalf of David Chan, Owner, for review of design and materials associated with a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve with the condition that the concrete paving matches the city standard pour of Meramec sand and gravel. Tony Camacho, Applicant, was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the project with the applicant. Public comments were heard. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to continue the item to an unspecified meeting date. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
9. 121 Topton Way – Site Plan Review– New Single-Family (02:47:28) Consideration of a request by Linda Clark, Applicant, on behalf of 121 Topton Way LLC, Owner, for Site Plan Review of a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve with the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a percolation test report conducted by a qualified geotechnical engineer. The report must assess the performance of the proposed drywell based on the anticipated impact of a 15-year, 20- minute storm event. Should the results indicate that the proposed drywell is insufficient to accommodate the stormwater runoff generated by this event, the applicant shall be required to upsize the drywell accordingly to ensure adequate performance and compliance with applicable stormwater management standards. 2. To ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry-well, the applicant shall record a deed restriction noting the location and maintenance requirements of the dry-well system and shall submit proof of the recording prior to issuance of a Building Permit. Mike Thompson, Architect, was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representatives. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve with the following conditions 1. The applicant shall provide a percolation test report conducted by a qualified geotechnical engineer. The report must assess the performance of the proposed drywell based on the anticipated impact of a 15-year, 20- minute storm event. Should the results indicate that the proposed drywell is insufficient to accommodate the stormwater runoff generated by this event, the applicant shall be required to upsize the drywell accordingly to ensure adequate performance and compliance with applicable stormwater management standards. 2. To ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry-well, the applicant shall record a deed restriction noting the location and maintenance requirements of the dry-well system and shall submit proof of the recording prior to issuance of a Building Permit. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
10. 121 Topton Way – Architectural Review – New Single-Family (02:53:10) Consideration of a request by Linda Clark, Applicant, on behalf of 121 Topton Way LLC, Owner, for review of design and materials for a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve as submitted. Mike Thompson, Architect, was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representative. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve as submitted. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS 1. 7632 Westmoreland Avenue – Site Plan Review – New Single-Family Home (02:59:35) Consideration of a request by Linda Clark, Applicant, on behalf of MRM Manlin Development Group, Owner, for site plan review associated with a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve with the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a percolation test report conducted by a qualified geotechnical engineer. The report must assess the performance of the proposed drywell based on the anticipated impact of a 15-year, 20- minute storm event. Should the results indicate that the proposed drywell is insufficient to accommodate the stormwater runoff generated by this event, the applicant shall be required to upsize the drywell accordingly to ensure adequate performance and compliance with applicable stormwater management standards. 2. To ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry-well drive, the applicant shall record a deed restriction noting the location and maintenance requirements of the dry-well system and shall submit proof of the recording prior to issuance of a Building Permit. 3. The applicant shall contribute to the city forestry fund compensatory with the requirements of Section 405.4110.C.2.A. Mike Thompson, Architect, was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the proposal with the project representative. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve with the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a percolation test report conducted by a qualified geotechnical engineer. The report must assess the performance of the proposed drywell based on the anticipated impact of a 15-year, 20- minute storm event. Should the results indicate that the proposed drywell is insufficient to accommodate the stormwater runoff generated by this event, the applicant shall be required to upsize the drywell accordingly to ensure adequate performance and compliance with applicable stormwater management standards. 2. To ensure the future maintenance and operation of the dry-well drive, the applicant shall record a deed restriction noting the location and maintenance requirements of the dry-well system and shall submit proof of the recording prior to issuance of a Building Permit. 3. The applicant shall contribute to the city forestry fund compensatory with the requirements of Section 405.4110.C.2.A. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
2. 7632 Westmoreland Avenue – Architectural Review – New Single-Family Home (03:07:28) Consideration of a request by Linda Clark, Applicant, on behalf of MRM Manlin Development Group, Owner, for review of design and materials associated with a new single-family home.
Ryan Helle provided a summary of the staff report with a recommendation to approve with the condition that the trash enclosure have a wood texture. Mike Thompson, Architect, was present on behalf of the project. PC-ARB discussed the item with the project representative. Bridget McAndrew made a motion to approve with the condition that the trash enclosure have a wood texture. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion did not carry with three votes in favor and three votes opposed.
3. 7632 Westmoreland Avenue– Conditional Use Permit – Accessory Dwelling Unit (03:33:12) Consideration of a request by Linda Clark, Applicant, on behalf of MRM Manlin Development Group, Owner, for review of a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit.
Bridget McAndrew made a motion to continue the item to an unspecified meeting date. Helen DiFate seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.