Findings - DR - 2006 - DR-85-06 - Monument Sign For Lighthouse Subdvision
BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR )
A DESIGN REVIEW FOR A MONUMENT )
SIGN FOR LIGHTHOUSE SUBDIVISION )
FOR RINCONADA DEVELOPMENT )
FINDIl\'GS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LA W
CASE NUMBER DR.85-06
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:
Rinconada Development, represented by Eric Jensen with Jensen Belts Associates, PPLC, is
requesting design review approval to construct one monument sign for Lighthouse Subdivision.
The IS.93-acre, 11 lot subdivision is located on the south side of West Beacon Light Road
approximately \l2-mile east of Ballantyne Lane at 110 I West Beacon Light Road.
B. APPLICATION SUB MITT AL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on September 27, 2006.
e. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On June 20, 2006, the Eagle City Council voted 4-0 to approve A-IS-OS & RZ-22-0S for an
annexation and rezone from RUT (Rural Urban Transitional) to R-E (Residential Estates) for M
and H Development LLC.
On June 20, 2006, the Eagle City Council voted 4-0 to approve PP-IS-05 for a preliminary pial fur
Lighthouse Subdivision for M and H Development LLe.
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS:
DR-84-06 (design review application for the common area landscaping for Lighthouse
Subdivision)
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: Residential Estates
F. SIGNAGE:
Monument Si n
Si n Data
Pro osed
Re uired
Sign Dimensions
10" high x 13' wide - letters on ly
13' 6" hi h x 37' 3" wide - total si n
8' high (maximum)
Area of Si na e
Illumination
SO-s uare feet (maximum)
Two SO-watt high pressure sodium ground Interior-illumination prohibited
mounted Ii ht fixtures
39-s uare feet (minimum)
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G. SIGN MATERIALS:
Columns - River stone clad (El Dorado)
Arch - Heavy timber beam (Cordovan Brown)
Hanging Letters - 10" cast bronze (antique finish)
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:
. 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 style, 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 mll1lmlZe clutter and
confusion on and off the site.
. 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)(I)
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.
e. DISCUSSION:
. The applicant proposes to place one monument sign at the southeast corner of Beacon Light Road
and the main entrance to the subdivision (Emily Meadows Place). The sign consists of three river
stone clad columns connected with arched heavy timber beams creating a two-sided sign. The
applicant proposes to hang ten inch (10") bronze letters of the subdivision name from arched
heavy timber beams.
. The sign elevation plan date stamped by the City on September 27, 2006, shows the monument
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sign to be thirteen feet six inches (13'-6") high. Per Eagle City Code, a subdivision monument
sign is permitted to be a maximum of eight feet (S') in height. The applicant should be required to
provide a revised elevation plan showing the height of the monument sign does not exceed eight
feet (S'). The revised elevation plan should be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the City
issuing a sign permit for this site.
. The applicant proposes to illuminate both sides of the sign with SO-watt high pressure sodium light
fixtures. The applicant should provide a revised landscape plan showing the location of the light
fixtures and showing the light fixtures are concealed or screened with perimeter landscaping
providing a 12 month screen of sufficient height and density to conceal such fixtures. The revised
landscape plan should be reviewed and approved by Staff and one Design Review Board member
prior to the City issuing a sign permit.
. 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.
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 5 to 0 (Barnes absent) to approve DR-S5-06 for a design review application for a
monument sign for Lighthouse Subdivision for Rinconada Development, with the following staff
recommended site specific conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Interior illumination is not pennitted for the monument sign.
2. Provide a revised elevation plan showing the height of the monument sign not exceeding eight feet
(S'). The revised elevation plan shall be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the City issuing a
sign permit for this site.
3. Provide a revised landscape plan showing the location of the light fixtures. The light fixtures 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. The revised landscape plan shall be reviewed
and approved by staff and one member of the Design Review Board prior to the City issuing a sign
permit.
4. A sign permit is required prior to a sign 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 active building permit.
2. Approval shall expire without notice to the applicant on the date of expiration of this Design Reviev,.
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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 ch.lI1ge the planned use of the subject properly 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
constructionlinstallation 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 27. 2006.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-85-06) 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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