Findings - DR - 2024 - DR-2024-25 - Bronco Acres - One Building Wall Sign for P1FCU BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION )
FOR A DESIGN REVIEW FOR ONE )
BUILDING WALL SIGN FOR P1FCU FOR )
P1FCU—EAGLE )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-2024-25
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on August 8, 2024. 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:
P1FCU — Eagle, represented by Shane Mercier with Mercier Architecture and Planning, is
requesting design review approval for one halo illuminated building wall sign. The 1.04-acre site is
located on the northeast corner of State Highway 44 and South Rosebud Lane within Bronco Acres
Subdivision.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on April 22,2024.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On December 18, 2007, the City Council approved a comprehensive plan text amendment,
rezone with development agreement (in lieu of a PUD) and preliminary plat for Millpark
Village Subdivision(CPA-01-07/RZ-07-07/PP-09-07).
On October 14, 2008, the City Council approved an extension of time for the preliminary plat
for Millpark Village Subdivision to be valid until December 18,2009.
On March 9, 2010, the City Council approved an extension of time application for Millpark
Village Subdivision until December 18,2010(EXT 28-09).
On January 11, 2011, the City Council approved an extension of time for the preliminary plat
for Millpark Village Subdivision to be valid until December 18,2011 (EXT 13-10).
The original executed development agreement (Instrument #108005081) associated with the
property expired on January 15,2015.
On July 25,2017,the City Council approved a rezone with development agreement(in lieu of a
PUD)application for Mustang Crossing(RZ-04-17).
On August 24, 2017, the Design Review Board approved a design review application for the
common area landscaping, including the construction of a 4,515-square foot convenience store
with fuel service and a 4,122-square foot fuel island canopy(DR-31-17).
On January 22, 2018, the City approved a modification to the common area landscaping for
Jackson Food Stores(DR-31-17 MOD).
On January 29, 2018, the Zoning Administrator approved a lot line adjustment associated with
the subject property(LLA-08-17).
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On June 13, 2023, the City Council approved a development agreement modification and
combined preliminary/final plat for Bronco Acres Subdivision(a re-subdivision of a portion of
Lots 1 and 9, and all of Lot 4, Block 2, Flint Estates Subdivision), an 8-lot (7-commercial, 1-
residential/flex space)mixed use subdivision(RZ-04-17 MOD2 and PP/FP-01-22).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS:DR-2024-24(building application).
E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Mixed Use.
F. ZONING DESIGNATION: MU-DA(Mixed Use with a development agreement).
G. DESIGN REVIEW OVERLAY DISTRICT:Not in the DDA,TDA,CEDA, or DSDA.
H. URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT:No.
I. SIGNAGE:
Building Wall Sign(west elevation)
Sign Data Proposed Required
Wall Sign Dimensions 2' high x 11' 1/4"wide N/A
Area of Signage 22-square feet 89-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Halo-illuminated Interior-illumination prohibited
Materials Aluminum letters and logo with 2"returns Per Eagle City Code
painted Blue (PMS 294C) and Yellow
(PMS 7569C), pegged off of the building
1 '/2",halo illuminated with white LED
J. AGENCY RESPONSES:None.
K. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC:None received to date.
THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD RECEIVED AND REVIEWED THE FOLLOWING STAFF
ANALYSIS PROVIDED WITHIN THE STAFF REPORT AND ADOPTS THE STAFF REPORT
AS PART OF THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD'S FINDINGS OF FACT:
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".
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C. DISCUSSION:
• The applicant is proposing to construct one halo illuminated building wall sign for P1FCU. The
sign will be made of aluminum letters and logo painted blue(PMS 294 C)and yellow(PMS 7569
C). Staff defers comment regarding the proposed sign to the Design Review Board
STAFF RECOMMENDATION PROVIDED WITHIN THE STAFF 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 August 8, 2024,
at which time the Board made their decision.
BOARD DELIBERATION:
Upon completion of the applicant's and staff's presentations,the Board discussed during deliberation that:
• The Board recommends approval of the building wall sign as proposed.
BOARD DECISION:
The Board voted 4 to 0 (Greer and Murphy absent) to recommend approval of DR-2024-25 for a design
review application for one halo illuminated building wall sign for P1FCU, with the following staff
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. No drive-up service,atm,or directional signage is proposed, and none is approved.
4. 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 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
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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-2024-25) 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 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 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.
DATED this 22nd day of August 2024.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
OF THE CITY OF EAGLE
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