Findings - DR - 2004 - DR-10-02 MOD - Construct Indoor Batting Facility For Eagle High School
BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR
A DESIGN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT AN INDOOR
BATTING FACILITY FOR EAGLE HIGH SCHOOL
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FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-IO-O2 MOD
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on March 25, 2004. 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:
Eagle High School, represented by Phil Liddell and George Langdon, is requesting a modification
to the previously approved design review approval to construct a 5,000-square foot indoor batting
facility at Eagle High School. The site is located on the east side of Park Lane approximately 14-
mile north of State Highway 44 at 574 North Park Lane.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on February 12, 2004.
C. mSTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On May 21, 2002, the Eagle City Council approved a design review application for the
construction of a concession building, restroom facility, and indoor batting facility for the Eagle
High School (DR-lO-02).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: None
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E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE MAP AND ZONING MAP DESIGNATIONS:
COMP PLAN ZONING LAND USE
DESIGNATION DESIGNA TION
Existing Public/Semi Public PS (Public/Semi Public) Eagle High School
Proposed No Change No Change No Change
North of site Residential One (up to RUT (Ada County Residential
one dwelling unit per designation - Rural Urban
acre max.) Transition) and R-E
(Residen tial- Estates)
South of site Residential One (up to RUT (Ada County Agricu I turallResiden tial
one dwelling unit per designation - Rural Urban
acre max.) Transition)
East of site Residential One (up to RUT (Ada County Residential
one dwelling unit per designation Rural Urban
acre max.) Transition)
West of site Residential One (up to RUT (Ada County Agricu I turallResiden tial
one dwelling unit per designation - Rural Urban
acre max.) Transition) & R-E
(Residential-Estates)
F. DESIGN REVIEW OVERLAY DISTRICT: Not in the DDA, IDA or CEDA.
G. EXISTING SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
The Eagle High School main building, and eight portable classroom buildings, with associated
parking areas, ball fields, and landscaping exist on the site.
H. SITE DESIGN INFORMATION:
SITE DATA PROPOSED REQUIRED
Total Acreage of Site 51.59-acres N/A
Percentage of Site Devoted to Building 10% N/A
Coverage
Percentage of Site Devoted to OVER 10% 10% (minimum)
Landscaping
1. GENERAL SITE DESIGN FEATURES:
Number and Uses of Proposed Buildings: One building; an indoor batting facility.
Height and Number of Stories of Proposed Buildings:
Indoor batting facility = 28-feet high, one story.
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Gross Floor Area of Proposed Buildings:
Indoor batting facility = 5,000-square feet
J. BUILDING DESIGN FEATURES:
Roof: DuraWeave (light gray)
Walls: DuraWeave (light gray)
WindowslDoors: Metal (painted to match DuraWeave color)
FascialTrim: DuraWeave (forest green)
K. LANDSCAPING DESIGN:
Retention of Existing Trees and Preservation Methods: There are existing trees on this site.
Tree Replacement Calculations: N/A
Proposed Tree Mix (Species & Number): To be reviewed by the Design Review Board
Street Trees: N/A
Maintenance Provisions and Proposed Irrigation Methods: Automatic irrigation required.
Transition Zones: N/ A
Parking Lot Landscaping: N/ A
L. TRASH ENCLOSURES: N/A
M. MECHANICAL UNITS: N/A
N. OUTDOOR LIGHTING: N/A
Q, SIGNAGE:
No signs are proposed with this application. A separate design review application is required for
the approval of any signs.
P. PUBLIC SERVICES AVAILABLE:
Preliminary approval letters from Central District Health Department, Eagle Fire Department, and
Eagle Sewer District have been received by the City. A water service approval has not been
received to date. Approval of the water company having jurisdiction will be required prior to
issuance of a building permit.
Q. PUBLIC USES PROPOSED: None
R. PUBLIC USES SHOWN ON FUTURE ACQUISITIONS MAP: No map currently exists
S. SPECIAL ON-SITE FEATURES:
Areas of Critical Environmental Concern - none
Evidence of Erosion - no
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Fish Habitat - no
Floodplain-no
Mature Trees - yes
Riparian Vegetation - no
Steep Slopes - no
Stream/Creek - no
Unique Animal Life - no
Unique Plant Life - no
Unstable Soils - no
Wildlife Habitat - no
T. SUMMARY OF REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PLAN (IF REQUIRED): Not
required
U. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: None received to date.
STAFF ANALYSIS PROVIDED WITHIN THE STAFF REPORT:
A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PROVISIONS, WIllCH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING
TillS PROPOSAL:
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The Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map designates this site as Public/Semi-Public.
B. ZONING CODE PROVISIONS, WIllCH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING TillS
PROPOSAL:
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Section 8-2A-6(A)(6)(a, b, and d)
a. Building Mass: The mass of the building shall be reviewed for its relationship with existing
development in the immediate surrounding area and with the allowed use proposed by the
applicant;
b. Proportion Of Building: The height to width relationship of new structures shall be
compatible and consistent with the architectural character of the area and proposed use;
d. Relationship Of Exterior Materials: The Design Review Board shall determine the
appropriateness of materials as theY1elate to building mass, shadow relief, and existing area
development. Use of color to provide blending of materials with the surrounding area and
building use, and the functional appropriateness of the proposed building design as it relates to
the proposed use shall be considered; and
C. DISCUSSION:
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The applicant is proposing to construct an indoor batting and pitching facility for the Eagle High
School. On May 21, 2002, the Eagle City Council approved a design review application for the
construction of a concession building, restroom facility, and indoor batting facility (DR-lO-02).
The indoor batting facility was approved to be constructed of smooth and split face CMU (color to
match existing school building), and with a metal roof. The purpose of this application is to
modify the building materials to be used in the construction of the indoor batting facility. Per the
applicant's justification letter funds initially expected to construct a CMU building were not able
to be raised and the applicant's reverting to a more cost-effective plan with a "Cover-All" facility.
The material used in a "Cover-All" facility is "Dura Weave" a high-density fabric over a steel
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frame. The "DuraWeave" fabric comes in a variety of colors, however, to blend with the existing
building colors, the applicant is proposing to use predominately gray with forest green trim. Staff
defers comment regarding building design and colors to the Design Review Board.
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Per the approval ofDR-1O-02, the applicant was required to provide three (3) three inch (3")
caliper shade class trees to be installed on the north side of the batting facility prior to the issuance
of a certificate of occupancy for the batting facility. The applicant has indicated within the
justification letter that three (3) two inch (2") caliper shade class trees are proposed on the north
side of the building. The applicant should be required to provide a revised landscape plan
showing the three (3) trees on the north side of the building will be a minimum of three inch (3")
caliper. The revised landscape plan should be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the City
issuing a zoning certificate for this site.
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 March 25, 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:
The Board voted 7 to 0 to approve DR-I0-02 MOD for a design review application to modify the
previously approved application to construct a 5,000-square foot indoor batting facility for Eagle
High School, with the following staff recommended site specific conditions of approval and
standard conditions of approval.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. A building permit is required prior to the construction of this building.
2. No signs are proposed with this application. A separate design review application is required for the
approval of any signs.
3. No roof top or pad mounted mechanical units are proposed with this application and none are
approved.
4. No exterior lighting is proposed with this application and none is approved.
5. Three (3) three-inch caliper shade class trees shall be installed on the north side of the batting facility
prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the building. The variety of these three (3) shade
class trees shall be reviewed and approved by staff and one member of the Design Review Board.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Ada County Highway District and/or the Idaho
Transportation Department, including but not limited to approval of the drainage system, curbs,
gutters, streets and sidewalks. A letter of approval from the highway district having jurisdiction shall
be submitted to the City prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of Occupancy,
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whichever occurs first.
2. Idaho Department of Health & Welfare approval of the sewer and water facilities is required prior
issuance of any building permits or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
3. All permits from Central District Health, Eagle Sewer District & Eagle Fire District shall be secured
prior to issuance of building permit or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
4. Written approval of all well water for any shared or commercial well shall be obtained from the Idaho
Department of Water Resources shall be submitted to the City prior to issuance of any building permits
or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs fll"st.
5. Unless septic tanks are permitted, wet line sewers will be required and the applicant will be required to
furnish the City Engineer with a letter from the sewer entity serving the property, accepting the project
for service, prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs
first.
6. The applicant shall submit a letter from the appropriate drainage entity approving the drainage system
and/or accepting said drainage; or submit a letter from a registered professional engineer certifying that
all drainage shall be retained on-site prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of
Occupancy, whichever occurs first. A copy of the construction drawing(s) shall be submitted with the
letter.
7. The applicant shall submit plans and calculations prepared by a registered professional engineer to
handle the satisfactory disposal of all storm drainage on the applicant's site. Drainage system plans
shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to issuance of any building
permits or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
The plans shall show how swales, or drain piping, will be developed in the drainage easements. The
approved drainage system shall be constructed, or a performance bond shall be submitted to the City
Clerk, prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
The lot shall be so graded that all runoff runs either over the curb, or to the drainage easement and no
runoff shall cross any lot line onto another lot except within a drainage easement.
All design and calculations shall meet the requirements of Ada County Highway District. Construction
of the storm drain disposal system shall be complete before an occupancy permit is issued.
8. No ditch, pipe or other structure or canal, for irrigation water or irrigation waste water owned by an
organized irrigation district, canal company, ditch association, or other irrigation entity, shall be
obstructed, routed, covered or changed in any way unless such obstruction, rerouting, covering or
changing has first been approved in writing by the entity. A Registered Engineer shall certify that any
ditch rerouting, piping, covering or otherwise changing the existing irrigation or waste ditch (1) has
been made in such a manner that the flow of water will not be impeded or increased beyond carrying
capacity of the downstream ditch; (2) will not otherwise injure any person or persons using or
interested in such ditch or their property; and (3) satisfied the Idaho Standards for Public Works
Construction. A copy of such written approval and certification shall be filed with the construction
drawing and submitted to the City prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of
Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
9. Street light plans shall be submitted and approved as to the location, height and wattage to the City
Engineer (if applicable) prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of Occupancy,
whichever occurs fll"St. All construction shall comply with the City's specifications and standards.
The applicant shall provide a recorded easement, acceptable to the City Engineer, for the purpose of
installing and maintaining street light fixtures, conduit and wiring lying outside any dedicated public
right-of-way, prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs
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first.
The applicant shall pay applicable street light inspection fees prior to Certificate of Occupancy.
10. Parking lot light plan shall be submitted and approved as to the location, height and wattage by the
City Engineer. All construction shall comply with the City's specifications and standards.
Lighting is required in the parking area and shall be properly illuminated to avoid accidents. Any
lights used to illuminate the parking lot shall be so arranged as to reflect the light away from the
adjoining property.
11. The parking area shall be paved and shall be maintained in good condition without holes and free of all
dust, trash, weeds and other debris.
12. One set of building plans, for any non single-family residential use, shall be submitted to the Eagle
Fire Department for approval. An approval letter from the Eagle Fire Department shall be submitted
to the City prior to issuance of any building permits or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs
first. The letter shall include the following comments and minimum requirements, and any other items
of concern as may be determined by the Eagle Fire Department officials:
a. "The applicant has made arrangements to comply with all requirements of the Fire Department. "
b. The rll"e hydrant locations shall be reviewed and be approved in writing by the Eagle Fire
Department prior to the City Engineer signing the final plat.
c. Minimum flow per hydrant shall be 1,000 gallons per minute for one and two family dwellings,
1,500 gallons per minute for dwellings having a fIfe area in excess of 3,600 square feet, and 1,500
gallons per minute for non-residential uses (Le.; Commercial, Industrial, Schools, etc.). Flow rates
shall inspected in accordance with all agencies having jurisdiction, and shall be verified in writing
by the Eagle Fire Department prior to issuance of any building permits or certificate of Occupancy,
whichever occurs fll"st.
d. The proposed fIfe protection system shall be reviewed and approved by the Eagle Fire Department
prior to issuance of a building permit or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
13. Any recreation area, greenbelt area or pathway area along the Boise River, Dry Creek or any other area
designated by the City Councilor Eagle City Pathway/Greenbelt Committee for a path or walkway
shall be approved in writing by the Eagle City Pathway/Greenbelt Committee prior to issuance of a
building permit or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs fll"st.
14. Conservation, recreation and river access easements (if applicable) shall be approved by the Eagle City
Pathway/Greenbelt Committee and shall be shown on the final plat prior to issuance of a building
permit or Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs fIrst.
15. The applicant shall comply with the provisions of the Eagle City Code, pertaining to floodplain and
river protection regulations (if applicable) prior to issuance of a building permit or Certificate of
Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
16. The applicant shall obtain written approval of the development relative to the effects of the Boise
River Flood Plain (if applicable) from the Corps. of Engineers prior to issuance of a building permit or
Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
17. The applicant shall obtain approval of the development relative to its effects on wetlands or other
natural waterways (if applicable) from the Corps. of Engineers and the Idaho Department of Water
Resources and/or any other agency having jurisdiction prior to issuance of a building permit or
Certificate of Occupancy, whichever occurs first.
18. Basements in the flood plain are prohibited.
19. 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
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shall be in accordance with all applicable City of Eagle Codes unless specifically approved by the
Commission and/or Council.
20. 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.
21. 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.
22. Any modification of the approved design review plans, including, but not limited to building design,
location and details, landscaping, parking, and circulation, 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 final approval for
occupancy of this project.
23. 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.
24. Approval of any Design Review shall expire without notice to the applicant on the date of expiration
of the Design Review if construction has not started prior to that date, as stipulated in Eagle City Code
(one year from the Design Review Board approval date).
25. All ground-mounted accent lighting fixtures and monument sign lighting fixtures shall be screened
from view with the use of landscaping (top of the fixture shall be no higher than the surrounding
landscaping). The light source itself shall otherwise be screened as provided for within Eagle City
Code.
26. The City's actions on the application does not grant the applicant any appropriation of water or
interference with existing water rights. The applicant indemnifies and holds the City harmless for any
and all water rights, claims in any way associated with this application.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW:
1. The application for this item was received by the City of Eagle on February 12, 2004.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-1O-02 MOD) 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.
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DATED this 8th day of April 2004.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
OF THE CITY OF EAGLE
Ada County, Idaho
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