Findings - DR - 2005 - DR-86-05 - Master Sign Plan For The Gemstar Properties Multi-Tenant Office Building/738 S Bridge
BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR )
A DESIGN REVIEW FOR A MASTER SIGN PLAN)
FOR A MULTI-TENANT OFFICE BUILDING FOR)
DAVE EVANS CONSTRUCTION )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-86-0s
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on October 13,2005. 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:
Dave Evans Construction, represented by Travis Burrows, is requesting design review approval of
a master sign plan for the Gemstar Properties multi-tenant office building. The site is located 138-
feet south of East Shore Drive at 738 South Bridgeway Place (Lot 16, Block 4, Mixed Use
Subdivision No.4).
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on September 8, 2005.
e. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On July 23, 2002, the Eagle City Council approved the Master Sign Plan for Eagle River
Development (DR-1S-02).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: DR-8S-05 (Multi-tenant office building)
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: MU-DA (Mixed Use with a development agreement)
F. SIGN AGE:
Si n Data
Future Tenant Buildin
Pro osed
Re uired
As limited within this a lication
Wall Si n Dimensions
Area of Si na e
Illumination
on tenant name
Indirect Soffit Li htin
10% of buildin face (maximum)
Interior-illumination rohibited
G. SIGN MATERIALS:
Letters - 1" to 1.5" thick exterior grade MEDEX to be primed and painted with highest quality
automotive grade multi-part finish, stud mounted to the gables of the building.
H. AGENCY RESPONSES: None received to date.
1. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC:
John Swartz, Construction Manager for Eagle River, date stamped by the City on September 8,
2005 (attached).
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STAFF ANALYSIS PROVIDED WITHIN THE STAFF REPORT:
A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PROVISIONS, WHICH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING
THIS PROPOSAL:
. 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
character of the building to which it relates.
B. ZONING CODE PROVISIONS WHICH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING THIS
PROPOSAL:
. 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".
. 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.
. 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.
. 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.
. Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(K)(l)
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.
. 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.
. Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(M)(16)
Door signs identifying the business and/or indicating business hours, emergency phone
numbers, etc., shall be permitted up to a maximum of two (2) square feet.
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e. DISCUSSION:
. The applicant has shown on the elevation plans (date stamped by the City on September 8,2005),
the typical signage locations. Each individual tenant is required to place their business
identification words within one of the approved locations. Tenant signs will be allowed within the
gables on the north elevation and east elevation above the public entry doors. Although Eagle City
Code permits signage to not exceed 10% of the building face area, the gables do not have
sufficient space to allow 10%. Staff recommends a maximum sign area of thirty (30) square feet
to be located within the gables.
. This Master Sign Plan should comply with DR-1S-02 Master Sign Plan for the Eagle River
Development.
. Staff recommends the following for the Master Sign Plan Criteria for the Gemstar Properties
Building:
Master Sign Plan Criteria
for the Gemstar Properties Building
738 South Bridgeway Place
I. Each tenant shall be required to submit signage plans to the building's managing entity and
Eagle River LLC for written approval. A design review sign application, accompanied by the
written approval of the managing entity and Eagle River LLC, 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 and the criteria specified herein, the
more restrictive shall apply.
2. Sign area within the gable area shall not exceed thirty (30) square feet.
3. Letters shall be non-illuminated.
4. Letters shall not be interconnected and a maximum of 12" in height.
5. Letters taller than 6" shall be a minimum of 1 1/2" in thickness.
6. No logos are permitted.
7. Letters shall be stud mounted I" off the face of the building.
8. Letters shall be flat or matte black or other approved earth tone colors. No glossy paints, vinyl,
or plexi-glass is permitted.
9. No wall signs are permitted on the south or west building elevations.
10. No electrical conduits or raceways are permitted.
11. Tenant signs shall be located within the designated areas shown on the attached elevation
plans date stamped by the City on September 8, 2005.
12. 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.
13. No monument signs are permitted.
14. Any other signage such as temporary grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle City Code.
15. Any sign age on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
. Staff defers comment regarding design and color of all proposed signs to the Design Review
Board.
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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 October 13,2005, 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.
e. 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 6 to 0 to approve DR-86-05 for a design review application for a master sign plan
for a multi-tenant office building for Dave Evans Construction, with the following staff
recommended site specific conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval with text
shown with underline to be added by the Board.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The following document titled "Master Sign Plan Criteria for the Gemstar Properties Building 729 S.
Bridgeway Place" shall be the master sign plan criteria for the Gemstar Properties Building:
Master Sign Plan Criteria
for the Gemstar Properties Building
738 South Bridgeway Place
1. Each tenant shall be required to submit signage plans to the building's managing entity and
Eagle River LLC for written approval. A design review sign application, accompanied by the
written approval of the managing entity and Eagle River LLC, 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 and the criteria specified herein, the
more restrictive shall apply.
2. Sign area within the gable area shall not exceed thirty (30) square feet.
3. Letters shall be non-illuminated.
4. Letters shall not be interconnected and a maximum of 12" in height.
S. Letters taller than 6" shall be a minimum of 1 1/2" in thickness.
6. No logos are permitted.
7. Letters shall be stud mounted 1" off the face of the building.
8. Letters shall be flat or matte black or other approved earth tone colors. No glossy paints, vinyl,
or plexi-glass is permitted.
9. No wall signs are permitted on the south or west building elevations.
10. No electrical conduits or raceways are permitted.
11. Tenant signs shall be located within the designated areas shown on the attached elevation
plans date stamped by the City on September 8, 2005.
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12. 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.
13. No monument signs are permitted.
14. Any other signage such as temporary grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle City Code.
15. Any signage on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
2. A sign permit is required for all proposed signs within the Gemstar Properties Building prior to a sign
being constructed on this site.
3. Provide revised elevation plans reflecting any modifications to the building as required within DR-8S-
05. The revised elevation plans shall be reviewed and approved by staff and one member of the
Design Review Board prior to the City issuing a sign permit for this site.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. A building permit/zoning permit shall be required prior to construction of any sign which is not
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 revtew 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 8, 2005.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-86-05) 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 27th day of October 2005.
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