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Findings - CC - 2019 - DR-07-19 - Building Wall SignageBEFORE THE EAGLE CITY COUNCIL IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR A DESIGN REVIEW FOR BUILDING WALL SIGNAGE AND A MONUMENT SIGN FOR SHERWIN WILLIAMS FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW CASE NUMBER DR -07-19 The above -entitled design review application came before the Eagle City Council for their action on March 12, 2019. 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: Sherwin Williams, represented by Terry Brown with Lytle Signs, is requesting design review approval to construct three halo illuminated building wall signs and one monument sign for Sherwin Williams. The 0.81 -acre site is located on the east side of North Linder Road approximately 960 -feet north of West Chinden Boulevard at 6780 North Linder Road within Eagle Island Marketplace (Lot 14, Block 1, Lazy P Subdivision). B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL: The City of Eagle received the application for this item on January 17, 2019. Revised materials were received by the City on January 28, 2019 (sign elevations) and January 29, 2019 (landscape plan). C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS: On February 24, 2009, the Eagle City Council approved a Comprehensive Plan Map and Text amendment and annexation (once contiguous) and a rezone with development agreement for this site (CPA -5-08 & A-03-08 & RZ-08-08). On July 14, 2009, the Eagle City Council approved a design review application for the common area landscaping for Eagle Island Marketplace, including Fred Meyer and eight (8) multi -tenant retail/restaurant buildings within Lazy P Subdivision (aka Eagle Island Marketplace) (DR -13-09). On July 14, 2009, the Eagle City Council approved a design review application for the master sign plan for Eagle Island Marketplace (DR -14-09). On November 10, 2010, the Ada County Board of County Commissioners approved a comprehensive plan amendment, rezone with development agreement, master site plan and preliminary plat for Eagle Island Marketplace (CPA -05-08, A-03-08, and RZ-08-08). On November 23, 2010, the Eagle City Council approved Ordinance No. 652 for an annexation and rezone with development agreement of the property associated with Eagle Island Marketplace. Ordinance No. 652 also recognized the vested development rights associated with the approved Ada County preliminary plat application number 201000571-S. On February 8, 2011, the Eagle City Council approved a final plat application for the Lazy P Subdivision (FP -01-11). On April 5, 2012, the City approved a design review application for a modification to the master sign plan for Eagle Island Marketplace (DR -14-09 MOD). Page 1 of 7 K:U'lanning tkptU?agk ApplicationsU)t12019\DR-07-19 Sherwin Williams signage cct.docx D. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Mixed Use E. ZONING DESIGNATION: C -3 -DA (Highway Business District with a development agreement) F. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: DR -06-19 (Retail Building) G. SIGNAGE: Building Wall Sign (north elevation) Sign Data Proposed Wall Sign Dimensions 3'6" high x 20' wide Area of Signage 30 -square feet Required* Varies based on tenant 157 -square feet (maximum) Illumination Letters — Halo -illuminated Interior -illumination prohibited Materials Logo — Non -illuminated Backer — 2" aluminum returns, painted blue (PMS 293 C) Raceway — Aluminum construction, painted blue (PMS 293 C) Logo — 2" aluminum returns, painted blue (PMS 293 C), red and white HP vinyl, pegged off the backer 1", non -illuminated Copy — Reverse pan channel letters, 2" aluminum returns, painted white, pegged off the building 1", halo illuminated with white LED Suggested materials to be used include: aluminum, stain less steel, brass and painted sheet metal. *Note: Sign dimensions and area of signage approved within the Eagle Island Marketplace master sign plan (DR -14-09 MOD). Building Wall Sign (south elevation) Proposed Required* Sign Data Wall Sign Dimensions Area of Signage Illumination Materials 4' high x 23' wide Varies based on tenant 40 -square feet Letters — Halo -illuminated Logo — Non -illuminated Backer — 2" aluminum returns, painted blue (PMS 293 C) Raceway — Aluminum construction, painted blue (PMS 293 C) Logo — 2" aluminum returns, painted blue (PMS 293 C), red and white HP vinyl, pegged off the backer 1", non -illuminated Copy — Reverse pan channel letters, 2" aluminum returns, painted white, pegged off the building 1", halo illuminated with white LED *Note: Sign dimensions and area of signage approved within the Eagle Island Marketplace master sign plan (DR -14-09 MOD). 157 -square feet (maximum) Interior -illumination prohibited Suggested materials to be used include: aluminum, stain less steel, brass and painted sheet metal. Page 2 of 7 K:WIanning f kpt\ ag1c Applications\Dr12I11911)R-07.19 Sherwin Williams signage cct.docx H. I. Sign Data Wall Sign Dimensions Area of Signage Illumination Materials Building Wall Sign (west elevation) Proposed 2' 8" high x 20' wide 30 -square feet Letters — Halo -illuminated Logo — Non -illuminated Backer — 2" aluminum returns, painted blue (PMS 293 C) Raceway — Aluminum construction, painted blue (PMS 293 C) Logo — 2" aluminum returns, painted blue (PMS 293 C), red and white HP vinyl, pegged off the backer 1", non -illuminated Copy — Reverse pan channel letters, 2" aluminum returns, painted white, pegged off the building 1", halo illuminated with white LED Required* Varies based on tenant 123 -square feet (maximum) Interior -illumination prohibited Suggested materials to be used include: aluminum, stain less steel, brass and painted sheet metal. *Note: Sign dimensions and area of signage approved within the Eagle Island Marketplace master sign plan (DR -14-09 MOD). Monument Sign Sign Data Proposed Sign Dimensions 6' high x 7' wide Area of Signage 19 -square feet Illumination Two ground mounted light fixtures (LED, 12 watts, 3000K) Sign Landscaping 150 -square feet (approximately) 57 -square feet (minimum) Required* 6' high x 7' wide 24 -square feet (maximum) Interior -illumination prohibited *Note: Sign dimensions and area of signage approved within the Eagle Island Marketplace master sign plan (DR -14-09 MOD). AGENCY RESPONSES: None 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. MASTER SIGN PLAN PROVISIONS (WITHIN EAGLE ISLAND MARKETPLACE) WHICH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING THIS PROPOSAL: 1. A single tenant building is permitted one 6 -foot high monument sign. a. Tenant copy will be fabricated from 1/8" thick flat cutout aluminum and pegged off the face of the tenant panel 3/4". Page 3 of 7 K:U'lanning IkptAEagk Applications11)r\2O19NDR-07-19 Sherwin Williams signage ccLdocx b. Background color of the tenant panels will all be the same color. c. Tenant is permitted to use their color, font, and logo on the tenant panel. d. The monument signs are to be illuminated by ground mounted light fixtures that will be screened by plant material year round or boulders. 3. Any ground mounted floodlights used to illuminate the monument signs 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. C. 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. D. DISCUSSION: • The applicant is proposing to construct three halo -illuminated building wall signs and one monument sign for Sherwin Williams. The building wall signs are proposed to be constructed from aluminum with vinyl overlay. The monument sign is proposed to be constructed from aluminum with a cultured stone base to comply with the master sign plan. Staff defers comment regarding the building walls sign design and color to the Design Review Board. • The landscape plan shows the monument sign located 10 -feet east of the existing pathway and shows Wild Rose shrubs around the base. Pursuant to the master sign plan (DR -14-09 MOD) the monument sign location and landscaping should be per the exhibit below. Page 4 of 7 K:U'lanning I) pt\Eagk Application \Ur\2019\1)R.07-19 Sherwin Williams signage ccl:docx 3-80 6-$T Plant Schedule Key I Botanical Name Shrubs/Perennials/Omamental Grasses P4 _ raus mugo_Sormu oRT US 'ssoliaus ahatsh 'Yaku JEmo-91 erbeis Ehuno atrepuroureo nolo 9C drctetridna sempe rials Landscape Pian Legend �I'UA1nITY 7 Ci-Pt.Al:r DI?InZCATION KEY 'URF SCA AS SPECTIED ARIAS 10 RECENt NRF SEED UM AND TDPSOIL AS SPECrIED 2'-3' SANDS IONL LANDSCAPE SONE TO SCREEN UGH111G I Common Name 9Ormcuno &lug* Pine anaa SEEvw Crass Crimmn Pygmy 9crDp_Y Due Oat Gross The applicant should be required to provide a revised landscape plan showing the plant materials, the location of monument sign, and curbing to match the landscape plan exhibit from the master sign plan (DR -14-09 MOD). 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. 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 February 14, 2019, 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 2:26:25) Upon completion of the applicant's and staff's presentations, the Board discussed during deliberation that: • The Board is in favor of the proposed design of the building wall signage and monument sign. BOARD DECISION: The Board voted 4 to 0 (Baer, Grubb, and Koci absent) to recommend approval of DR -07-19 for a design review application for three building wall signs and one monument sign for Sherwin Williams, 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 14, 2019. PUBLIC MEETING OF THE COUNCIL: A. A meeting to consider the application was held before the City Council on March 12, 2019, at which time the Council made their decision. B. Oral testimony in opposition to the application was presented to the City Council by no one. Page of K:IPlanning Dept1Eagle Applications10r1201911)R-O7-19 Sherwin Williams signage ccl:docx C. Oral testimony in favor of the application was presented to the City Council by no one (not including the applicant/representative). COUNCIL DECISION: The Council voted 4 to 0 to approve DR -07-19 for a design review application for three building wall signs and one monument sign for Sherwin Williams, with the following Design Review Board recommended site specific conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval. SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Comply with DR -14-09 MOD. 2. Provide a revised landscape plan showing the plant materials, the location of monument sign, and curbing to match the landscape plan exhibit from the master sign plan (DR -14-09 MOD). 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. Provide written approval of the signs from the building's managing entity prior to the issuance of a sign permit. 4. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site. 5. Upon completion of the building wall signs and monument sign with required landscaping, 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 signs and monument sign with required landscaping have been completed in compliance with the approved plans, a certificate of completion will be issued. 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 Page 6 of 7 K:1Planning I)cp11L'ag c Applicalionsll)r120191DR-O7-19 Sherwin Williams signage cct'.docx 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 -07-19) 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 signs and monument sign will be harmonious with the architectural design of the building and will not cover nor detract from desirable architectural features. DATED this I2'h day of March 2019. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAGLE Ada County, Idaho Stan Ridgeway, Mayor ATTEST: Sharon . Bergmann, Eagle City C erk 017k-.1 :•moo * •. • • SEA �f1J!iIr)i e\ • '�..,F OF IV Reconsideration Notice: Applicant has the right, pursuant to Section 67-6535, Idaho Code, to request a reconsideration within fourteen (14) days of the final written decision. Page 7 of 7 K-\PIammng Ikpr\I agk Apphiauons\Ur\21119\I)R.117-19 Sher%in R ilium, Nig nage Lel doer