Findings - CC - 2022 - DR-31-19 - Gem State Brewing Building Wall Sign BEFORE THE EAGLE CITY COUNCIL
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR A )
DESIGN REVIEW FOR ONE BUILDING WALL )
SIGN FOR GEM STATE BREWING FOR )
GSB PROPERTIES,LLC )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-31-19
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle City Council for their action on March
8, 2022. The Eagle City Council 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:
GSB Properties, LLC,represented by Walter Lindgren with Lindgren:Labrie Architecture, is
requesting design review approval for one halo illuminated building wall sign for Gem State
Brewing. The 0.29-acre site is located on the south side of West State Street approximately 175-feet
east of South 2nd Street at 293 East State Street.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on January 6,2022. Supplemental information
(sign night view)was received February 2, 2022.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On April 9, 2012, the City approved a design review application to change the exterior paint color of
the building located at 293 East State Street(DR-18-12).
On May 22, 2012, the City approved a design review application for a monument sign for Corals 4
Cheap(DR-27-12).
On June 6, 2019, a design review application for a building wall sign for this site was remanded back
to staff(DR-31-19).
On July 9, 2019, the City Council approved a design review application for a 4,953-square foot
microbrewery building for Gem State Brewing(DR-30-19).
On June 30, 2020, the City approved an extension of time application for a 4,953-square foot
microbrewery building for Gem State Brewing(EXT-04-20).
On July 12, 2021, the City approved an extension of time application for a 4,953-square foot
microbrewery building for Gem State Brewing(EXT-07-21).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: DR-31-19 MOD(Building).
E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Downtown.
F. ZONING DESIGNATION: CBD(Central Business District).
G. DESIGN REVIEW OVERLAY DISTRICT:
This site is located in the TDA(Transitional Development Area).
H. URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT: Yes.
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I. SIGNAGE:
Building Wall Sign(north elevation)
Sign Data Proposed Required
Wall Sign Dimensions 16' 6"high x l' 6"wide N/A
Area of Signage 25-square feet 135-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Halo illuminated Interior-illumination prohibited
Materials Aluminum reverse pan channel letters with Per Eagle City Code
3" returns, pegged off of the face of the
building 1 '/2",halo illuminated with green
LED
J. AGENCY RESPONSES:None.
K. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC:None received to date.
THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVED AND REVIEWED THE FOLLOWING 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.
a. The "overall sign concept" for multi-tenant business centers to assure that it addresses the
continuity between tenant sign design and building design;
b. The reduction of hazards to motorists,bicyclists and pedestrians as may be caused by or
partially attributable to the distraction and obstruction of improperly located and designed
signs;
c. The provision for effective and necessary business identification systems adapted to the
building design;
d. The continued maintenance of signs throughout their life;and
e. The size, location, design, color,texture, lighting, landscaping, and hours of operations of all
permanent signs and outdoor advertising structures or features to ensure that any such
proposals do not detract from the function of,or design of, buildings, structures, surrounding
properties,neighborhoods,or streets.
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C. DISCUSSION:
• The applicant is requesting design review approval for one halo illuminated building wall sign.The
sign is proposed to be located on the north building elevation, finished with a brushed steel, and
halo illuminated with green LED. Staff defers comment regarding the sign design, materials, and
colors to the Design Review Board.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION PROVIDED WITHIN THE STAFF REPORT:
Based upon the information provided to staff to date,if the requested design review application is approved,
staff recommends the site specific conditions of approval and 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 February 10,2022,
at which time the Board made their decision.
B. Oral testimony in favor of the application was presented to the Design Review Board by no one (not
including the applicant/representative).
C. Oral testimony in opposition to the application was presented to the Design Review Board by no one.
BOARD DELIBERATION:
Upon completion of the applicant's and staffs presentations,the Board discussed during deliberation that:
• The Board is in favor of the proposed building wall sign as designed.
BOARD DECISION:
The Board voted 3 to 0(Duperault, Germano,Lindgren,and Merrill absent)to recommend approval of
DR-31-19 for a design review application for one building wall sign for Gem State Brewing for GSB
Properties,LLC,with the following site specific conditions of approval and standard conditions of
approval provided within their findings of fact and conclusions of law document, dated February 24,
2022.
PUBLIC MEETING OF THE COUNCIL:
A. A meeting to consider the application was held before the City Council on March 8, 2022, at which
time the Council made their decision.
B. Oral testimony in favor of the application was presented to the City Council by no one (not including
the applicant/representative).
C. Oral testimony in opposition to the application was presented to the City Council by no one.
COUNCIL DECISION:
The Council voted 4 to 0 to approve DR-31-19 for a design review application for one building wall sign
for Gem State Brewing for GSB Properties,LLC,with the following Design Review Board recommended
site specific conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site.
2. Provide a copy of the electrical permit for the sign installation prior to issuance of a sign permit.
3. Upon completion of the building wall sign,the applicant shall be required to request a site inspection
to be completed by the Planning and Zoning Department. Upon verification that the building wall
sign has been completed in compliance with the approved plans, a certificate of completion will be
issued.
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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.
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 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
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 Council reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR-31-19) 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.
2. The Council reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of the proposed design review in terms of
Eagle City Code 8-2A-13(B)(2)(i),and has concluded:
i. The building wall sign will be required to be harmonious with the architectural design of the
building,and will not cover nor detract from desirable architectural features.
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DATED this 8th day of March 2022.
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