Findings - DR - 2004 - DR-120-04 - Master Sign Plan For Multi-Tenant Veterinary Animal Hospital
BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR
A DESIGN REVIEW FOR A MASTER SIGN
PLAN FOR A MUL TI- TENANT VETERINARY
ANIMAL HOSPITAL AND RETIAL BUILDING
FOR TODDWELTNER
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FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-120-04
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on December 9, 2004, at which time the Board made their decision. The Eagle Design Review Board
having heard and taken oral and written testimony, and having duly considered the matter, makes the
following Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law;
FINDINGS OF FACT:
A. PROJECT SUMMARY:
Todd Weltner, represented by Jason Keeble with Classic Design Studio, is requesting design
review approval for a master sign plan for a multi-tenant veterinary animal hospital and retail
building. The site is located within Eagle Promenade approximately 216-feet north of East State
Street at 3060 East State Street.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on November 3, 2004.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS: None
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: DR-119-04 (design review application for the building)
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: C-3 (Highway Business District)
F. SIGNAGE:
Si n Data
Wall Sign Dimensions
4' high x 6' 6" wide (oval)
10 V2" hi h x 8' wide (text)
N/A
Area of Si na e
Illumination
92-s uare feet (maximum)
Interior-illumination rohibited
Recessed soffit li htin
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Si n Data
Wall Si n Dimensions
Northwest Pets Buildin
Pro osed
(north elevation)
Re uired
l' 8" hi h xIS' 9" wide
N/A
Area of Si na e
Illumination
68-s uare feet (maximum)
Interior-illumination rohibited
Recessed soffit li htin
Si n Data
Future Tenant Buildin
Pro osed
(east elevation)
Re uired
Wall Sign Dimensions
Varies depending on tenant name and logo
10 Y2" high x 10' wide (text)
2' hi h x 5' wide (oval/lo 0)
Area of Si na e
Illumination
Recessed soffit li htin
Interior-illumination rohibited
Si n Data
Monument Si
Pro osed
6' high x 8' wide
Re uired
Sign Dimensions
Illumination
30-square feet (maximum per the
master sign plan for Eagle
Promenade)
Two 70-watt high pressure sodium ground Interior-illumination prohibited
mounted li ht fixtures
Area of Signage
17-square feet (approximately)
51-s uare feet (minimum)
G. SIGN MATERIALS:
Northwest Pets sign = Text - I" thick acrylic letter, pin mounted to Y2" thick plate, pin mounted to
the wall. Oval/logo - stacked acrylic elements mounted to 1/8" thick aluminum plate, pin mounted
to wall.
Monument sign = Timbers, iron strapping, and wrought iron sunrise motif to mimic the shopping
center monument signs. The letters and logo are to be constructed of stacked acrylic elements and
applied to the cream colored background approved for the entire shopping center.
H. AGENCY RESPONSES: None
I. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: None received to date
STAFF ANALYSIS PROVIDED WITHIN THE STAFF REPORT:
A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PROVISIONS, WHICH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING
THIS PROPOSAL:
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Protect and enhance the small town character of the City by requiring signage which is creative
and distinctive, compatible with its surroundings, and an integral component of the style and
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character of the building to which it relates.
B. ZONING CODE PROVISIONS WmCH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING THIS
PROPOSAL:
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Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-2(B)
The general theme of the Design Review Overlay District is to specify desirable building and
landscape architectural styles and materials to create a sustainable and pleasing environment
for residents and visitors alike. The architectural designs, materials, and graphics set forth in
this article are complied to create a theme unique to the area called "Eagle Architecture".
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Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-6(A)(4)
Signage for any project shall provide for business identification and minimize clutter and
confusion on and off the site.
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Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-6(A)(4)(c)
Signs are to provide effective and necessary business identification systems adapted to the
building design.
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Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-6(A)(4)(e)
The size, location, design, color, texture, lighting, landscaping, and hours of operations of all
permanent signs and outdoor advertising structures or features to insure that any such
proposals do not detract from the function of, or design of, buildings, structures, surrounding
properties, neighborhoods, or streets.
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Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(1)
Sign materials and overall appearance shall compliment the building architecture and colors as
determined by the Design Review Board.
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Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(E)
The design review board must find that any illuminated sign permitted under the specific
regulations within this chapter is designed such that brightness levels are controlled to assure a
soft, subtle effective light in accordance with other city regulations intended to create and
maintain the Eagle Architecture theme. Illumination types, styles, and practices not listed
herein shall be prohibited unless otherwise deemed by the Design Review Board and City
Council to be consistent with the Eagle Architecture theme.
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Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(K)(1)
No signs shall be erected or maintained in any district as established by the Zoning Ordinance
except those signs specifically enumerated in this Chapter. The number and area of signs as
outlined in this Chapter are intended to be maximum standards which do not necessarily
ensure architectural compatibility. Therefore, in addition to the enumerated standards,
consideration shall be given to a sign's relationship to the overall appearance of the subject
property as well as the surrounding community. Compatible design, simplicity and sign
effectiveness are to be used in establishing guidelines for sign approval.
C. DISCUSSION:
. The applicant has shown on the elevation plans (date stamped by the City on November 3,2004),
the specific areas for tenant signage upon the multi-tenant veterinary and retail building. Each
individual tenant is required to place the business identification words or phrases and logo within
the approved sign area as permitted within the Master Sign Plan for the Northwest Pets Building.
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Staff recommends the following changes to the applicant's document titled "Master Sign Plan for
the Northwest Pets Building", with strike thru text to be deleted and underlined text to be added so
as to be in compliance with Eagle City Code.
Master Sign Plan for the Northwest Pets Building
Eagle Promenade - Eagle, Idaho
1. No interior illumination will be allowed. Seasonal lighting to be recessed spot or floodligHts,
and screened or located so they do not shine onto the roadway or nearby property.
2. ,^.ll future signage HHlst be approved by tHe a'Nlter aad a sigH fJøræit shall be sHbmitted ta tHe
City of Eagle for apfJr'Û\'al. Each tenant shall be reQuired to submit signage plans to the
building's managing entity for written approval. A design review sign application,
accompanied by the written approval of the managing entity, shall be submitted to the City
for any proposed signs for City staff review and approval. All signs shall be in compliance
with the criteria stated herein as well as Eagle City Code. In cases of any conflict between
Eagle City Code and the criteria specified herein, the more restrictive requirements shall
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3. All design a8d signage shall be in aeeordaaee witH all applieable City of Eagle Codes HRless
specifically approved by tHe CoRH.Rissi08 aBEl/or council. Building wall signs shall be placed
within the approved sign areas as designated on Exhibit "A". Each individual tenant is
permitted to place their business identification words or phrases and logo in the designated
areas on the building.
4. All building wall signs shall be constructed of a hi-density urethane material Y2" thick
(minimum) material (or equivalent material that would be durable and not be adversely
affected by weather). The face of the wall signs shall have dimension by routing or
extrusion, with a minimum of I¡\¡" variation.
5. Exterior illumination for the monument signs shall be recessed in ground and shall be
shielded with landscape materials.
6. One 4 square foot maximum neon sign per business shall be permitted.
7. Any other signage such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle City Code.
8. Any signage on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
9. Upon termination of their lease, the tenant or managing entity shall neatly seal all
penetrations of the building structure in a watertight condition that matches the texture, color,
and material used in the construction of the building.
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Staff defers comment regarding design and color of all proposed signs to the Design Review
Board.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION PROVIDED WITHIN THE REPORT:
Based upon the information provided to staff to date, staff recommends approval with the site
specific conditions of approval and the standard conditions of approval provided within the staff
report.
PUBLIC MEETING OF THE BOARD:
A. A meeting was held on the application before the Design Review Board on December 9, 2004, at
which time the Board made their decision.
B. Oral testimony in opposition to this proposal was presented to the Design Review Board by no one.
C. Oral testimony in favor of this proposal was presented to the Design Review Board by no one (not
including the applicant/representative).
BOARD DECISION:
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The Board voted 3 to 0 (McCullough, Stanger, Floegel, Barnes absent) to approve DR-120-04 for
a design review application for a master sign plan for a multi-tenant veterinary animal hospital and
retail building for Todd Weltner with the following staff recommended site specific conditions of
approval and standard conditions of approval.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. All signs shall comply with the master sign plan criteria for the Northwest Pets Building as modified
herein.
2. The following document titled "Master Sign Plan for the Northwest Pets Building", shall be the master
sign plan criteria for the multi-tenant Northwest Pets Building.
Master Sign Plan for the Northwest Pets Building
Eagle Promenade - Eagle, Idaho
1. No interior illumination will be allowed. Seasonal lighting to be recessed spot and
screened or located so they do not shine onto the roadway or nearby property.
2. Each tenant shall be required to submit signage plans to the building's managing entity for
written approval. A design review sign application, accompanied by the written approval
of the managing entity, shall be submitted to the City for any proposed signs for City staff
review and approval. All signs shall be in compliance with the criteria stated herein as
well as Eagle City Code. In cases of any conflict between Eagle City Code and the criteria
specified herein, the more restrictive requirements shall apply.
3. Building wall signs shall be placed within the approved sign areas as designated on
Exhibit "A". Each individual tenant is permitted to place their business identification
words or phrases and logo in the designated areas on the building.
4. All building wall signs shall be constructed of a hi-density urethane material 112" thick
(minimum) material (or equivalent material that would be durable and not be adversely
affected by weather). The face of the wall signs shall have dimension by routing or
extrusion, with a minimum of 1,4" variation.
5. Exterior illumination for the monument signs shall be recessed in ground and shall be
shielded with landscape materials.
6. One 4 square foot maximum neon sign per business shall be permitted.
7. Any other sign age such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle City
Code.
8. Any signage on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
9. Upon termination of their lease, the tenant or managing entity shall neatly seal all
penetrations of the building structure in a watertight condition that matches the texture,
color, and material used in the construction of the building.
3. The floodlights used to illuminate the monument sign shall be screened or located so they do not shine
onto the roadway or onto any nearby property. The light fixtures shall be concealed or screened with
perimeter landscaping providing a 12 month screen of sufficient height and density to conceal such
fixtures.
4. Interior illumination is not permitted for monument signs.
5. A sign permit is required for all proposed signs within the Northwest Pets Building prior to a sign
being constructed on this site.
ST ANDARD CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. A building permit/zoning permit shall be required prior to construction of any sign which is not
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attached to a building with an active building permit.
2. Approval shall expire without notice to the applicant on the date of expiration of this Design Review,
as stipulated in Eagle City Code (one year from the Design Review Board approval date).
3. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Uniform Building Code, Eagle City Code, and all applicable
County, State and Federal Codes and Regulations shall be complied with. All design and construction
shall be in accordance with all applicable City of Eagle Codes unless specifically approved by the
Commission and/or Council.
4. New plans which incorporate any required changes shall be submitted for staff approval. Staff may
elect to take those plans to the Design Review Board and/or the Planning and Zoning Commission for
review and approval.
5. Any changes to the plans and specifications upon which this approval is based, other than those
required by the above conditions, will require submittal of an application for modification and
approval of that application prior to commencing any change.
6. Any change by the applicant in the planned use of the property which is the subject of this application,
shall require the applicant to comply with all rules, regulations, ordinances, plans, or other regulatory
and legal restrictions in force at the time the applicant or its successors in interest advises the City of
Eagle of its intent to change the planned use of the subject property unless a waiver/variance of said
requirements or other legal relief is granted pursuant to the law in effect at the time the change in use is
sought.
7. Any modification of the approved design review plans must be approved prior to
construction/installation of such changes. Failure to do so may result in the requirement to modify the
project to comply with the approved design review and/or result in the inability to issue a certificate of
completion for this project.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW:
1. The application for this item was received by the City of Eagle on September 9,2004.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-120-04) with regard to the Eagle City Code Title 8, Chapter 2, Article A, DR Design Review
Overlay District, and based upon the information provided with the conditions required herein,
concludes that the proposed design review application is in accordance with the Eagle City Code and
the Eagle Comprehensive Plan.
DATED this 13th day of January 2005.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
OF THE :fY OF EAGL
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