Findings - DR - 2014 - DR-32-13 MOD - Modify The Monument Sign For Foxglove Estates Subdivision BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR A )
DESIGN REVIEW TO MODIFY THE MONUMENT )
SIGN FOR FOXGLOVE ESTATES SUBDIVISION )
FOR LINDER 17 INVESTEMENTS, LLC )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-32-13 MOD
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on July 10, 2014. 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:
Linder 17 Investment, LLC, represented by John Rennison and Rennison Engineering, is
requesting design review sign approval modify the monument sign for Foxglove Estates
Subdivision. The 16.31-acre site is located on the west side of North Linder Road approximately
'/2-mile north of West State Street on the northwest corner of North Linder Road and West Saguaro
Drive.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on May 29,2014.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On August 8, 2013, the Eagle Design Review Board approved a design review application for the
common area within Foxglove Estates Subdivision(DR-31-13).
On August 8, 2013,the Eagle Design Review Board approved a design review sign application for
a monument sign for Foxglove Estates Subdivision (DR-31-13).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: DR-31-13 MOD (design review common area landscaping within
Foxglove Subdivision)
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: R-2-DA-P (Residential two units per acre maximum with a development
agreement-PUD)
F. SIGNAGE:
Monument Sign
Sign Data Proposed Required
Sign Dimensions 3' high x 24' wide 8' high(maximum)
Area of Signage 15-square feet(approximately) 60-square feet(maximum)
Illumination 75 watt HPS ground mounted light fixtures Interior-illumination prohibited
Sign Landscaping 375-square feet(approximately) 30-square feet(minimum)
G. SIGN MATERIALS:
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Boulders to be light colored sandstone with 1/4-inch thick powder coated steel letters to be forest
green.
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 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-8(C)(3) Subdivision Signs:
a. One subdivision sign may be permitted on each side of any entry road into a subdivision, or
within the landscape median at the entry road if approved by ACHD, and at the intersection of
any collector and/or arterial streets abutting the subdivision.
b. Subdivision signs shall not exceed eight feet(8') in height and the sign area shall not exceed
sixty(60) square feet per side.
• Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(13) Sign Illumination:
a. The city must find that any illuminated sign permitted under the specific regulations within
this article is designed such that brightness levels are controlled to assure a soft, subtle
effective light in accordance with other city regulations intended to create and maintain the
Eagle architecture theme,while encouraging energy efficient lighting.
b. 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.
c. Floodlighting is permitted only through the use of incandescent and high pressure sodium
light sources.
d. Exposed neon is permitted when used to create the sign letter(s) or as an architectural
element as part of the sign design. A clear covering may be permitted for protection of the
neon element.
e. Halo illumination is permitted.
f. Metal halide is not permitted as a light source for signage.
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g. All types of internal illumination is prohibited, except for automated signs and drive-
through/drive-up service menu board signs as regulated in this article.
C. DISCUSSION:
• The applicant is proposing to construct a monument sign on the northwest corner of North Linder
Road and West Saguaro Drive for Foxglove Subdivision. The monument sign is proposed to be
illuminated by two 75-watt ground mounted light fixtures. The background of the sign is to be
constructed of light colored sandstone boulders with 1/4-inch thick powder coated steel letters
painted forest green. The letters of the sign will be pegged off the face of the monument sign to
provide additional dimension. The height and size of the monument sign complies with that which
is permitted with in Eagle City Code.
• Staff defers comment regarding the design of the proposed sign 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 March 13, 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 proposal was presented to the Design Review Board by no one (not
including the applicant/representative).
BOARD DECISION:
The Board voted 6 to 0(Martin absent)to approve DR-32-13 MOD for a design review
application to modify the monument sign for Foxglove Estates Subdivision for Linder 17
Investments, LLC, with the following staff recommended site specific conditions of approval and
standard conditions of approval.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Any ground mounted lights 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.
2. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site.
3. Ensure that the proposed monument sign location does not impede the traffic vision triangle
NOTE: In the event a Standard Condition of Approval conflicts with a Site Specific Condition of
Approval contained herein the Site Specific Condition of Approval shall control.
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
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shall be in accordance with all applicable City of Eagle Codes unless specifically approved by the City
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 May 29, 2014.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-32-13 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 24th day of July 2014.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
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Regulatory Taking Notice: Applicant has the right, pursuant to section 67-8003, Idaho Code, to request a
regulatory taking analysis
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