Findings - DR - 2007 - DR-109-06 MOD - Modify The Entry Signage For Laguna Pointe Subdivision
BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR )
A DESIGN REVIEW TO MODIFY THE ENTRY )
SIGNAGE FOR LAGUNA POINTE SUBDMSION )
FOR LAGUNA POINTE, LLC )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-I09-06 MOD
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on January 10, 2007. 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:
Laguna Pointe, LLC, represented by James G. Murray with CSHQA Architects, is requesting
design review approval to modifY the entry signage for Laguna Pointe Subdivision. The site is
located on the east side of South Eagle Road approximately 4,000-feet north of Chinden
Boulevard at 2260 South Eagle Road.
B. APPLICA nON SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on December 4,2007.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On June 20, 2006, the Eagle City Council approved a final development plan and final plat
application for Laguna Pointe Subdivision (FPUD-I-06 and FP-2-06).
On January 9, 2007, the Eagle City Council approved the Entry Feature and Monument Sign for
Laguna Pointe Subdivision (DR-I 09-06).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: None
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: MU-DA (Mixed Use with development agreement)
F. SIGNAGE:
Monument Si n
Si n Dimensions
11 '2 Y2" hi h x 7' 6" wide
Re uired
8' hi h (maximum)
Si n Data
Pro osed
Area of S' na e
lUumination
Ground well up light 100 watt high pressure Interior-illumination prohibited
sodium
48-s uare feet (minimum)
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G. SIGN MATERIALS:
Weathered steel. The text and logo will be incorporated into the revised entry signage
H. AGENCY RESPONSES: None
1. 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 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)(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:
. On January 9, 2007, the Eagle City Council approved an entry feature and monument sign for
Laguna Pointe Subdivision. The entry feature and signage consisted of cultured stone veneer with
a copper bowl. A cast metal Herron Bird was to be incorporated in the center of the feature with
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water falling from the copper bowl. The feature consisted of signage on the north and south sides
of the structure with water cascading over the structure in four directions. The "Laguna Pointe"
text did not exceed that which is allowed within Eagle City Code. The light proposed to
illuminate the feature was to be concealed within the structure and would not have been visible by
passing motorists (DR-l 09-06). Upon completion of the waterfalls, the applicant felt there was
sufficient water action at the entryway and therefore is proposing to eliminate the center feature of
the entryway. The new sign being proposed by the applicant will consist of a weathered steel
sculpture incorporating the previously approved "Laguna Pointe" text. A Herron Bird will be used
as the logo for the development rather than as a statue as shown in the previously approved
signage for this development. The "Laguna Pointe" text and logo do not exceed that which is
allowed in Eagle City Code. The modified sign will be illuminated by a well-mounted 100 watt
high pressure sodium light fixture. Landscaping around the base of the proposed sign will not
change from the original design as approved per DR-l 09-06.
. 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 January 10, 2008, 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 6 to 0 (Weber absent) to approve DR-l 09-06 MOD for a design review
application to modifY the entry signage for Laguna Pointe Subdivision for Laguna Pointe, LLC.,
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 permitted for monument signs.
2. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on 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
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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:
I. The application for this item was received by the City of Eagle on December 13, 2007.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-I09-06 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.
DA TED this 24th day of January 2008.
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