Findings - DR - 2016 - DR-58-16 - Subdivision Entrance Monument SignBEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION )
FOR A DESIGN REVIEW FOR A )
SUBDIVISION ENTRANCE MONUMENT )
SIGN WITHIN RENOVARE SUBDIVISION)
FOR MDG, LLC )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR -58-16
The above -entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on October 13, 2016. 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:
MDG, LLC, represented by Walter Lindgren with Lindgren:Labrie Architecture, PLLC, is requesting
design review approval for a subdivision entrance monument sign for Renovare Subdivision. The sign
is proposed to be located within the existing landscape planter located at the intersection of South
Edgewood Lane and East Lone Shore on the east side of South Edgewood Lane at the Renovare
Subdivision entrance.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The application for this item was received by the City of Eagle on September 8, 2016.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On February 13, 2014, the Eagle Design Review Board approved a design review application for the
common area landscaping within Renovare Subdivision (DR -33-13).
On January 8, 2015, the Eagle Design Review Board approved a design review application to
construct an entry structure and signage for Renovare Subdivision (DR -61-14). The approval for this
application has expired.
D. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Mixed Use
E. ZONING DESIGNATION: MU -DA (Mixed Use with a development agreement)
F. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: None
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G. SIGNAGE:
Monument Sign
Sign Data
Proposed
Required
Sign Dimensions
3' 8" high x 4' wide
8' high (maximum)
Area of Signage
15 -square feet
60 -square feet (maximum)
Illumination
Halo illuminated letters ("R" and
"Renovare" on the west side only)
Interior -illumination prohibited
Sign Landscaping
90 -square feet (approximately)
44 -square feet (minimum)
Materials
Metal longboard with bronze border,
Stainless steel lettering with backlit LED
white light
Per Eagle City Code
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 compiled to create a theme unique to the area called "Eagle Architecture".
0 Eagle City Code Section 8 -2A -7(D)(2)
2. Clear vision triangle shall be observed in regard to all vegetation. All shade trees planted within
vision triangles shall be pruned to a minimum seven feet (T) above the adjacent sidewalk and
fourteen feet (14) above the adjacent roadway surface. Shrubs and ground covers planted within
the vision triangle shall not exceed three feet (3') height at maturity. The boundaries of the vision
triangle are defined by measuring from the intersection of the edges of two (2) adjacent
roadways forty feet (40) along each roadway and connecting the two (2) points with a straight
line. The sight distance obstruction is also applicable to railroad -highway grade crossings with
the vision triangle defined by measuring forty feet (40) along the railroad property line. In all
cases, ITD and ACHD standards shall apply also. (Ord. 462, 11-I1-2003)
• Eagle City Code 8-2A-8(C)(3)(a)
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.
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C. DISCUSSION:
• The applicant is proposing to construct one (1) subdivision entry monument sign located within an
existing landscape island at the Renovare Subdivision entrance. The landscape plan date stamped
by the city on October 30, 2014, shows Blue Oat Grass and Knock Out Roses to be planted within
the landscape island (DR -61-14). The picture of the existing landscape planter, date stamped by
the city on September 8, 2016, shows lavender plants within the existing landscape planer. The
lavender plants were not approved with the subdivision design review application. Staff is unsure
if the applicant is proposing to incorporate the existing lavender plants into the landscape plan, or
if the plants will be removed. The approved Blue Oat Grass can reach the height of two and a half
feet (2.5'), and the Knock Out Rose can reach up to four feet (4') in height. Both the approved
plants and the lavender plants will obstruct the view of the proposed subdivision entry monument
sign. The applicant should provide a revised landscape plan showing all proposed landscaping that
will not obstruct the view of the entry monument sign. The revised landscape plan should be
reviewed and approved by staff and one member of the Design Review Board prior to the issuance
of a sign permit.
• The location of the proposed subdivision entry monument sign is located within the ACHD right-
of-way. The applicant should be required to obtain a license agreement from ACHD to place the
subdivision entry monument sign within the right-of-way. The approved license agreement should
be provided to the city prior to the issuance of a sign permit.
• The applicant did not provide a site plan confirming the subdivision entry monument sign will not
be placed within the vision triangle. The applicant should provide a revised site plan showing the
location of the sign located outside of the vision triangle. The revised site plan should be reviewed
and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit.
• Upon completion of the subdivision entry monument sign and required landscaping, the applicant
should request a site inspection to be completed by the Planning and Zoning Department. Upon
verification that the monument sign and landscaping have been completed in compliance with the
approved plans, a certificate of completion will be issued.
• Staff defers comment regarding design and color of the proposed entry monument 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 October 13, 2016,
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 (Grubb and Baer absent) to approve DR -58-16 for a design review sign application
for a subdivision entrance monument sign within Renovare Subdivision for MDC, LLC, with the following
staff recommended site specific conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval.
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SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Comply with all applicable conditions of DR -61-14.
2. Provide a revised landscape plan showing landscaping that will not obstruct the view of the
proposed subdivision entry monument sign. The revised landscape plan shall be reviewed and
approved by staff and one member of the Design Review Board prior to the issuance of a sign
permit.
3. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site.
4. Upon completion of the monument sign, the applicant shall request a site inspection to be completed
by the Planning and Zoning Department. Upon verification that the monument sign and landscaping
have been completed in compliance with the approved plans, a certificate of completion will be
issued.
Provide a license agreement from ACHD to place the subdivision entry monument sign within the
right-of-way. The approved license agreement shall be provided to the city prior to the issuance of a
sign permit.
6. Provide a revised site plan showing the location of the subdivision entry monument sign located
outside of the vision triangle. The revised site plan shall be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the
issuance of a sign permit.
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
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.
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CONCLUSIONS OF LAW:
1. The application for this item was received by the City of Eagle on September 8, 2016.
2. The Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application
(DR -58-16) 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 271 day of October 2016.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
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