Findings - DR - 2011 - DR-18-11 - Master Sign Plan For Multi-Tenant Professional/Medical Office Building/Signage 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 PROFESSIONAL/MEDICAL )
OFFICE BUILDING,INCLUDING SIGNGAGE )
FOR AMERICAN ACUPUNCTURE CENTER )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-18-11
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their
consideration on May 12, 2011. 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:
American Acupuncture Center, represented by Kristen Burris, is requesting design review
approval for a master sign plan for a multi-tenant professional/medical office building. The
applicant is also requesting design review approval of signage for American Acupuncture Center.
The site is located on the southeast corner of South Eagle Road and Aikens Road at 128 South
Eagle Road.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on April 14, 2011.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On January 6, 1997, the Eagle Planning and Zoning Commission approved a design review
application to convert a residential dwelling into a professional office (DR-23-96).
On February 27, 1997, Eagle City staff approved a design review application to modify the north
and west building elevations, construct a trash enclosure, and construct a monument sign(DR-23-
96 MOD).
On August 29, 2007, the City received a design review sign application to construct a monument
sign (DR-16-07). The Board remanded to the application to staff to provide the applicant an
opportunity to provide revised information. On January 28, 2009, the application was considered
withdrawn due to inactivity by the applicant.
On April 21, 2011, Eagle City staff approved a design review application to modify the paint
colors on the building(DR-16-11).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: None
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: CBD (central business district)
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F. SIGNAGE:
Building Wall Sign(north elevation)
Sign Data Proposed Required
Wall Sign Dimensions 1' 6"high x 2' 6"wide As limited within this application
Area of Signage 4-square feet(approximately) 40-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Non-illuminated Interior-illumination prohibited
Building Wall Sign(west elevation-basement tenant)
Sign Data Proposed Required
Wall Sign Dimensions 1' high x 7' wide As limited within this application
Area of Signage 7-square feet 19-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Non-illuminated Interior-illumination prohibited
Monument Sign
Sign Data Proposed Required
Sign Dimensions 4' high x 6' wide 4' high (maximum)*
Area of Signage 10-square feet(approximately) 30-square feet(maximum)**
Illumination Two ground mounted light fixtures — Interior-illumination prohibited
100-watt
Sign Landscaping 36-square feet(approximately) 30-square feet(minimum)
*Note: Height of sign when located within the DDA.
**Note:Exposed surface of a monument sign when located within 40'of a building.
G. SIGN MATERIALS:
Free hanging signs = Wood signs. Background color to be White with tenant lettering to be Black
Bean.
Monument sign =Wood, diabond, fiberglass columns. Colors of the monument sign will consist of
White, Extra white, Zircon, and Black bean.
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)
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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(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(C)(5)(a)
Monument signs located within the DDA shall not exceed four feet(4') in height(including
the solid base)measured from the centerline of the adjacent roadway or top of curb, if one
exists.
• Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(5)(d)
A freestanding single tenant building, not in a shopping center, shall be permitted to construct,
erect and maintain one monument sign per street that it abuts to identify the business to which
it pertains. The exposed surface of any such sign shall not exceed fifty(50)square feet per
exposed surface except that the exposed surface of any such sign within forty feet(40') of a
building shall not exceed six feet(6') in height and thirty(30)square feet per exposed surface.
• 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:
• The applicant is requesting design review sign approval of a master sign plan for a multi-tenant
professional/medical office building. The master sign plan includes two free hanging building
wall signs and one monument sign. The two free hanging building wall signs are proposed to be
constructed of wood and will hang below the covered entries; one on the north building elevation
and one on the west building elevation. The applicant is also requesting approval to construct a
monument sign near the southeast corner of Eagle Road and Aikens Road. The location of this
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monument sign is the same location a monument sign had been constructed by former owners of
the building in 1997.
• Staff recommends the following criteria for the "Professional/Medical Office Building located 128
South Eagle Road".
Master Sign Plan for a
Professional/Medical Office Building
128 South Eagle Road
1. Each tenant shall be required to submit signage plans to the building's managing entity for
written approval. A design review sign application, accompanied by the written approval of
the managing entity, 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. In cases of any conflict between Eagle City Code and the criteria specified herein,
the more restrictive requirements shall apply.
2. Monument Sign:
1.) One monument sign will be permitted to identify the main tenant located on the first floor.
2.) The monument sign is to be constructed of a brick base,white columns, white trim, light
grey background, with black bean font.
3.) Ground mounted light fixtures are to be installed at the base of the sign and screened with
landscaping or boulders.
3. Building Wall Signs:
1.) Tenant facing Aikens Road:
a.) One inch thick wood sign shall be located under the covered entry on Aikens Road
between the column and the side of the building(per Exhibit B).
b.) The background color of the free hanging sign shall be white.
c.) Tenant name and logo are permitted. Tenant name color shall be in Black Bean.
2.) Tenant(located in basement)facing Eagle Road:
a.) One inch thick wood sign shall be located under the curved covered entry facing Eagle
Road(per Exhibit C).
b.) The background color of the free hanging sign shall be white.
c.) Tenant name and logo are permitted. Tenant name color shall be in Black Bean.
3.) Miscellaneous Building Wall Signage:
a.) No internally illuminated or flood lit building wall signs shall be permitted.
b.) Cabinet style building wall signs are prohibited.
c.) Other than limited temporary identification, no paper, canvas, banners, or painted wall
signs will be permitted.
d.) Door signs identifying the business and/or indicating business hours, emergency
phone numbers, etc. shall be allowed in vinyl letters and shall comply with the size as
limited within Eagle City Code.
4. Any special portable a-frame signs shall be approved by the City and shall comply with Eagle
City Code.
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5. Compliance with this sign criteria will be strictly enforced. The tenant or purchaser or his sign
contractor shall remove any non-conforming signs at their expense upon demand of the
Owner.
6. Any other signage such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with 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 to consider the application was held before the Design Review Board on May 12, 2011, 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 4 to 0 (McCullough and Pascua absent)to approve DR-18-11 for a design review
application for a master sign plan for a multi-tenant professional/medical office building, including
signage for American Acupuncture Center, with the following staff recommended site specific
conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval with text shown with strike thru to be
deleted by the Board and text shown with underline to be added by the Board.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. All signs shall comply with the master sign plan criteria for the Professional/Medical Office Building
for 128 South Eagle Road.
2. The following document titled "Master Sign Plan for a Professional/Medical Office Building for 128
South Eagle Road", shall be the master sign plan criteria for the buildings located at 128 South Eagle
Road.
Master Sign Plan for a
Professional/Medical Office Building
128 South Eagle Road
1. Each tenant shall be required to submit signage plans to the building's managing entity for
written approval. A design review sign application, accompanied by the written approval of
the managing entity, 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. In cases of any conflict between Eagle City Code and the criteria specified herein,
the more restrictive requirements shall apply.
2. Monument Sign:
1.) One monument sign will be permitted to identify the main tenant located on the first floor.
2.) The monument sign is to be constructed of a brick base, white columns, white trim, light
grey background, with black bean font.
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3.) Ground mounted light fixtures are to be installed at the base of the sign and screened with
landscaping or boulders.
3. Building Wall Signs:
1.) Tenant facing Aikens Road:
a.) One inch thick wood sign shall be located under the covered entry on Aikens Road
between the column and the side of the building(per Exhibit B).
b.) The background color of the free hanging sign shall be white.
c.) Tenant name and logo are permitted. Tenant name color shall be in Black Bean.
2.) Tenant(located in basement)facing Eagle Road:
a.) One inch thick wood sign shall be located under the curved covered entry facing Eagle
Road(per Exhibit C).
b.) The background color of the free hanging sign shall be white.
c.) Tenant name and logo are permitted. Tenant name color shall be in Black Bean.
3.) Miscellaneous Building Wall Signage:
a.) No internally illuminated or flood lit building wall signs shall be permitted.
b.) Cabinet style building wall signs are prohibited.
c.) Other than limited temporary identification, no paper, canvas,banners, or painted wall
signs will be permitted.
d.) Door signs identifying the business and/or indicating business hours, emergency
phone numbers, etc. shall be allowed in vinyl letters and shall comply with the size as
limited within Eagle City Code.
e.) Other building wall signage shall be approved by staff if such signage meets Eagle
City Code.
4. Any special portable a-frame signs shall :- : :: : . . _ : comply with Eagle
City Code.
5. Compliance with this sign criteria will be strictly enforced. The tenant or purchaser or his sign
contractor shall remove any non-conforming signs at their expense upon demand of the
Owner.
6. Any other signage such as temporary, grand opening, etc. shall comply with Eagle City Code.
3. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site.
4. Ensure that the proposed monument sign location does not impede the traffic vision triangle
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 City Council 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 City
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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 the City Council 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:
1. The application for this item was received by the City of Eagle on April 14, 2011.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-18-11) 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 May 2011.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
OF THE CITY OF EAGLE
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Regulatory Taking Notice: Applicant has the right, pursuant to section 67-8003, Idaho Code, to request a
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