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Findings - DR - 2018 - DR-37-18 - Construct A Monument Sign For Foxtail Assisted LivingBEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION ) FOR A DESIGN REVIEW TO ) CONSTRUCT A MONUMENT SIGN ) FOR FOXTAIL ASSISTED LIVING FOR ) FOXTAIL SENIOR LIVING CENTER, LLC ) FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW CASE NUMBER DR -37-18 The above -entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action on July 26, 2018. 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: Foxtail Senior Living Center, LLC, represented by Terry Brown with Lytle Signs, is requesting design review approval to construct a monument sign for Foxtail Senior Living. The 4.89 -acre site is located on the north side of West Chinden Boulevard approximately 1,300 -feet west of the intersection of North Meridian Road and West Chinden Boulevard at 430 & 450 West Chinden Boulevard. B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL: The City of Eagle received the application for this item on June 22, 2018. C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS: On May 13, 2014, the City Council approved an annexation and rezone from RUT (Rural -Urban Transition — Ada County designation) to MU -DA (Mixed Use with a development agreement) (A-01- 14 & RZ-01-14). On February 26, 2015, the Design Review Board approved a design review application to construct a 53,510 -square foot (86 -unit) assisted living facility (DR -03-15). D. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Neighborhood Residential, Transition Overlay E. ZONING DESIGNATION: MU -DA (Mixed Use with a development agreement) F. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: None Page 1 of 5 K:Wlanning Dept\ aglc Applications\DA20181DDR-37-IX !'oxtail A sited Living sign drtidoc G. SIGNAGE: Monument Sign Sign Data Proposed Sign Dimensions 8' high x 7' 6" wide Area of Signage 40 -square feet Illumination Two — 12 -watt, LED (3000K) ground mounted light fixtures Sign Landscaping 128 -square feet (approximately) Materials Aluminum face, top cap, and accent painted to match building, cultured stone base, .080 aluminum letters painted black with vinyl overlay ("Senior Living" and "Balloon" — Olympic Blue, "String" — medium gray, "Fox" — orange and white, mounted to aluminum with 1/2" standoff Required 8' high (maximum) 60 -square feet (maximum) Internal -illumination prohibited 120 -square feet (minimum) Per Eagle City Code H. AGENCY RESPONSES: None I. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: None received to date. STAFF ANALYSIS: 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; Page 2 of 5 KAN:Inning IkpLU:agk Applin:ations1Dii2O U)K•37-l$ Fo t.til AssU d LiNing sign drl.doc 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. C. DISCUSSION: • The sign will be made of cultured stone, textured aluminum face, and aluminum top cap and accents. The letters and logo are constructed of .080 aluminum and will be pegged off the monument sign 1/2". The sign elevation states the textured aluminum face and aluminum top cap and accents will be painted to match the building, however, it does not identify the specific colors proposed. The applicant should be required to provide a revised sign elevation identifying all colors. The revised sign elevation should be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit. • Staff defers comment regarding the design and colors of the proposed 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 July 26, 2018, at which time the Board made their decision. B. Oral testimony in opposition to the application was presented to the Design Review Board by no one. C. Oral testimony in favor of the application was presented to the Design Review Board by no one (not including the applicant/representative). BOARD DELIBERATION: (Granicus time 1:29:36) Upon completion of the applicant's and staff's presentations, the Board discussed during deliberation that: • The applicant should incorporate additional materials and colors from the building into the design of the sign to add architectural interest. Additional stone should be added to the base and/or overall sign design. The Board also recommends an increase in the font size for "Independent Living," "Memory Care," and "Assisted Living" letters on the sign to make them legible; however, this did not result in a site specific condition. • The Board affirms the proposed landscaping around the base of the monument sign. BOARD DECISION: The Board voted 6 to 0 (Brasher absent) to recommend approval of DR -37-18 for a design review application to construct a monument sign for Foxtail Senior Living for Foxtail Senior Living Center, LLC, with the following staff recommended site specific conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval with text shown with underline to be added by the Board. SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Comply with all applicable conditions of DR -03-15. 2. Provide a revised sign elevation identifying all colors proposed on the monument sign. The revised sign elevation shall incorporate additional materials and colors used in the construction of the building. Page 3 of 5 K:1PLtnning Dcpt\I agle Applications 1)r1211IM\I)R-37- I Fn nail Assitcd living sign drf.doc The stone base shall be increased in width and height. The revised sign elevation shall be reviewed and approved by staff and two members 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. 5. All lettering and the logo on the monument sign shall be pegged off the sign 1/2". 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 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 Board reviewed the particular facts and circumstances of this proposed design review application (DR -37-18) 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. Page 4 of 5 K: PLunting Ikpt11?agk Applications 1)r1201131[)R-37.181 utitail Assitcd Living sign drl:du 2. The Board 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 monument sign will be required to he harmonious with the architectural design of the building (as conditioned herein), and will not cover nor detract from desirable architectural features. DATED this 9l'' day of August 2018. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD OF THE CITY OF EAGLE Ada County, Idaho Robert Grub Chairman ATTEST: iK_.... U,/ Sharon K. Bergmann, Eagle City Clerk ,,%% Ii Iup II,,,,, o�EACh��".„ `A4QpttAT •� VOA F _ •• * \ S� ?' 4 �O 00000000000000000 Page 5 of 5 K 119.wung I/era ag.L npplKatimpAI NIX11)R-17-lx l axlaJ Awlyd Lnmg..ign Jul do,.