Findings - DR - 2006 - DR-18-05 MOD - Modify The Master Sign Plan For Flynn Multi-Tenant Office Building/3 Wall Signs
BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICA nON FOR A )
DESIGN REVIEW TO MODIFY THE MASTER SIGN )
PLAN FOR THE FLYNN MULTI-TENANT OFFICE )
BUILDING FOR SHADOW MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-IS-OS MOD
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on October 12, 2006. 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:
Shadow Mountain Construction, represented by Don Flynn, is requesting design review approval
to modify the master sign plan fOI' the Flynn multi-tenant office building to include individual
building wall signs. The applicant is also requesting approval of three (3) building wall signs with
this application, "Flynn Building", "Shadow Mountain Homes", and 'Treasure Valley Hearing",
The site is located on the east side of Palmetto A venue approximately 2S0-feet north of East
State Street at 52 North Palmetto A venue (Lot 1, Block 1 of Fuerte de la Aguila Subdivision).
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on September 7, 2006.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On May 24, 200S, the Eagle City Council approved a design review sign application for the master
sign plan criteria for The Flynn Building (DR-IS-OS).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: N/A
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: Commercial (C-2)
F. SIGNAGE:
Si n Data
Pro
Re uired
Wall Si n Dimensions
Area of Si na e
Illumination
10" hi h x 6' 8" wide
10" hi h x 6' 8" wide
None
6-s uare feet (maximum)
Interior-illumination rohibited
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Si n Data
Shadow Mountain Buildin
Pro osed
Wall Si n Dimensions
10" hi h x 12' wide
10" hi h x 12' wide
Area of Si na e
10-s uare feet (maximum)
Illumination
None
Interior-illumination rohihited
Si n Data
Wall Si n Dimensions
Area of Si na e
10" hi h x Il' wide
10" hi h x 12' wide
Illumination
None
IO-s uare feet (maximum)
Interior-illumination rohibited
Si n Data
Future Buildin
Pro osed
As limited within this a lication
Re uired
10" hi h x 10' wide (maximum)
8.S-s uare feet (maximum)
Interior-illumination rohibited
Wall Si n Dimensions
Area of Si na e
Illumination
As limited within this a lication
None
Monument Si n
Si n Data
Pro osed
Re uired
Si n Dimensions
0' hi 'h x 7" wide
6' hi h (maximum) ,
30-s uare feel *
Area of Si na e
Illumination
Two ground mounted 50-watt HID light Interior-illumination prohibited
fixtures
Sl-s uare feet (minimum)
G. SIGN MATERIALS:
Monument Sign:
Base - Masonry (desert wash sandstone)
Face - Stucco (cream)
Trim - Metal (dark brown)
Roof - Presidential shake (charcoal black)
Building Wall Signs:
Black, 10" high Calligraper font letters, W thick centra, mounted flush to the face of the
building
H. AGENCY RESPONSES: None
I. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: None received to date
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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 tile 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(C)(l)
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(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 arc 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.
. 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
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effectiveness are to be used in establishing guidelines for sign approval.
C. DISCUSSION:
. On May 24, 2005, the Eagle City Council approved a master sign plan for The Flynn Building.
Per the master sign plan, only a monument sign was approved that provided locations for
individual tenants to place their signs. The applicant is requesting a modification to the master
sign plan to allow building wall signs for the individual tenants in addition to the monument sign.
The applicant has shown on the elevation plan (date stamped by the City on September 7, 2006),
the specific areas for tenant signage upon the building. Each individual tenant is required to place
their business identification words within the approved sign area as permitted within the Master
Sign Plan for The Flynn Building.
. Staff recommends the following for the Master Sign Plan Criteria for The Flynn Building:
Master Sign Plan Criteria for
The Flynn Building
52 North Palmetto Avenue
Monument Signage:
1. The words "Flynn Building" shall be 8" high by W' thick Calligrapher metal
letters. The address "52" shall be 6" high by W' thick Calligrapher metal
numbers. The font and numbers shall be black in color.
2. Individual tenant panels shall be 8" high by 38" wide by';''' thick metal panels
painted to match the color of the stucco on the monument sign and bolted onto the
face of the monument sign.
3. Each individual tenant shall place their business identification words or phrases
on the metal panels using 3 \12" high Block letters. A 6" high by 8" wide logo is
pennitted to be located in front of the tenant's business identification words or
phrases. All letters and logos are required to be black in color.
4. Any other signage such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle
City Code.
5. Any sign age on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
6. Exterior illumination for the monument signs shall be recessed in ground and
shall be shielded with landscape materials.
Wall Signage:
1. The words "Flynn Building" shall be 10" high by W' thick Calligrapher centra
letters (approximately 6' 8" long). The address "52" shall be 6" high by 1/2'"
thick Calligrapher centra numbers. The font and numbers shall be black in color.
2. Individual tenant signs shall be 10" high by W' thick Calligrapher centra letters.
The length of the signs for the tenants in suites 102 and 106 are permitted to be
12' maximum. The length of the sign for the tenant in suite 104 is permitted to be
10' maximum.
3. Any other signage such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle
City Code.
4. Any signage on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
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Each tenant shall be required to submit signage plans accompanied by a sign permit to the
City for any proposed sign on the monument sign or building. All signs shall be in
compliance with the criteria state herein as well as Eagle City Code.
. 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 October 12, 2006, 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 propusal was presented to the Design Review Board by no one (not
including the applicant/representative).
BOARD DECISION:
The Board voted 5 tu 0 (Barnes absent) to appmve DR-lS-05 MOD for a design review
application to modify the master sign plan for The Flynn Multi-tenant Office Building for Shadow
Mountain Construction, 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 Flynn Building as required herein.
2. The following document titled "Master Sign Plan for The Flynn Building, 52 North Palmetto
Avenue", shall be the master sign plan criteria for the Flynn Building.
Master Sign Plan Criteria for
The Flynn Building
52 North Palmetto Avenue
Monument Signage:
1. The words "Flynn Building" shall be S" high by Vz" thick Calligrapher metal
letters. The address "52" shall be 6" high by Vz" thick Calligrapher metal
numbers. The font and numbers shall be black in color.
2. Individual tenant panels shall be 8" high by 38" wide by 1;"" thick metal panels
painted to match the color of the stucco on the monument sign and bolted onto the
face of the monument sign.
3. Each individual tenant shall place their business identification words or phrases
on the metal panels using 3 Vz" high Block letters. A 6" high hy 8" wide logo is
permitted to be located in front of the tenant's business identification words or
phrases. Alllettcrs and logos are required to be black in color.
4. Any other signage such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle
City Code.
5. Any signage on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
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6. Exterior illumination for the monument signs shall be recessed in ground and
shall be shielded with landscape materials.
Wall Signage:
I. The words "Flynn Building" shall be 10" high by \12" thick Calligrapher centra
letters (approximately 6' 8" long). The address "52" shall be 6" high by 1/2'"
thick Calligrapher centra numbers. The font and numbers shall be black in color.
2. Individual tenant signs shall be 10" high by \12" thick Calligrapher centra letters.
The length of the signs for the tenants in suites 102 and 106 are permitted to be
12' maximum. The length of the sign for the tenant in suite 104 is permitted to bc
10' maximum.
3. Any other signage such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle
City Code.
4. Any signage on doors or windows shall comply with Eagle City Code.
Each tenant shall be required to submit signage plans accompanied by a sign permit to the
City for any proposed sign on the monument sign or building. All signs shall be in
compliance with the criteria state herein as well as Eagle City Code.
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 pennitted for monument signs.
5. A sign permit is required prior to any signs being constructed on this site.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
I. A building permit/zoning permit shall be required prior to construction of any sign which is not
attached to a building with an acthe building permit.
2. Approval shall expire without notice to the applicant on the date of expiration of this Design Revicw,
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 Lise 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 ad vises 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.
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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 7, 2006.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-IS-OS 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.
DATED this 26th day of October 2006.
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