Findings - CC - 2024 - DR-2023-71 - Design Review for a Master Sign Plan for a Mulit-Tenant Restaurant with a Drive-Through and Retail Building BEFORE THE EAGLE CITY COUNCIL
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR A )
DESIGN REVIEW FOR A MASTER SIGN PLAN )
FOR A MULTI-TENANT RESTAURANT WITH )
A DRIVE-THROUGH AND RETAIL BUILDING )
FOR RENNISON COMPANIES )
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-2023-71
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle City Council for their action on August
27, 2024. 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:
Rennison Companies,represented by Zach Turner, is requesting design review approval for a master
sign plan for a multi-tenant restaurant with a drive-through and retail building. The 1.46-acre site is
located on the northeast corner of State Highway 44 and South Edgewood Lane at 650 South
Edgewood Lane within East End Marketplace.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on October 24,2023.
C. HISTORY OF RELEVANT PREVIOUS ACTIONS:
On February 13, 2007, the City Council approved a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment, a rezone
with development agreement, a vacation, and a preliminary plat application for Eagle Gateway
Subdivision(CPA-02-06/RZ-08-06/VAC-01-06/PP-09-06).
On January 12,2016,the City Council approved a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment and a rezone
with a development agreement for East End Marketplace(CPA-05-15 &RZ-11-15).
On March 24,2016,the Design Review Board approved a master sign plan for the specialty retail store
for TPC Commercial,LLC(DR-07-16).
On April 14, 2016, the Design Review Board approved a design review application for the common
area landscaping within East End Marketplace, including the construction of a 14,924-square foot
specialty retail store(food and beverage sales)(DR-06-16).
On July 14, 2016,the Design Review Board approved a design review application for the master sign
plan for East End Marketplace(DR-34-16).
On April 20,2017,the City approved an extension of time application for the common area landscaping
within East End Marketplace, including the construction of a 14,924-square foot specialty retail store
(food and beverage sales)(EXT-04-17).
On July 24, 2018, the City Council approved a design review application to modify the master sign
plan for East End Marketplace(DR-34-16 MOD).
On February 22, 2023, the City Council approved a design review application for a multi-tenant
retail/restaurant building within East End Marketplace(DR-61-21).
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On September 8, 2023, the Design Review Board approved an apartment facility for Cottonwood
Meadows within East End Marketplace for Pacific West Communities,Inc. (DR-42-16).
On April 9, 2024, the City Council approved a development agreement modification (development
agreement in lieu of a conditional use permit) to modify the conditions of development and concept
plan contained within the executed development agreement(RZ-11-15 MOD).
On April 9,2024,the City Council approved a combined preliminary plat and final plat for Retail One
Subdivision,a 6-lot(6-buildable)commercial subdivision(PP/FP-01-23).
D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: DR-2023-70(building application).
E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Commercial.
F. ZONING DESIGNATION: C-2-DA(General Business District with a development agreement).
G. DESIGN REVIEW OVERLAY DISTRICT:Not in the DDA, TDA,CEDA, or DSDA.
H. URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT: Yes.
I. SIGNAGE:
Building Wall Sign
Sign Data Proposed Required
Wall Sign Dimensions Varies based on tenant's font and Varies based on tenant lease space
logo
Area of Signage Varies based on tenant's font and 10%of the area of the tenant lease
logo space(maximum)
Illumination Halo-illuminated,externally Interior-illumination prohibited
illuminated,non-illuminated
Materials As limited within the master sign Cast metal,fiberglass,plastic,
plan acrylic(or sim.),minimum '/2"thick
to maximum 8"thick
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 AND ADOPTS THE STAFF REPORT AS PART OF
THE CITY COUNCIL'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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• 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.
• Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(13) Sign Illumination:
a. The city must find that any illuminated sign permitted under the specific regulations within this
article is designed such that brightness levels are controlled to assure a soft, subtle effective
light in accordance with other city regulations intended to create and maintain the Eagle
architecture theme,while encouraging energy efficient lighting.
b. Illumination types, styles, and practices not listed herein shall be prohibited unless otherwise
deemed by the design review board and city council to be consistent with the Eagle architecture
theme.
c. Floodlighting is permitted only through the use of incandescent,LED and high pressure sodium
light sources.
d. Exposed neon is permitted when used to create the sign letter(s)or as an architectural element
as part of the sign design.A clear covering may be permitted for protection of the neon element.
e. Halo illumination is permitted.
f. Metal halide is not permitted as a light source for signage.
g. All types of internal illumination is prohibited, except for automated signs and drive-
through/drive-up service menu board signs as regulated in this article.
C. DISCUSSION:
• The applicant is requesting design review approval of a master sign plan for 650 South Edgewood
Lane.Staff recommends the following changes to the document titled"Design Review Master Sign
Plan Narrative East End Marketplace Retail III—Eagle, Idaho"with text shown with underline to
be added and text shown with strikethrough to be deleted.
Design-Review Master Sign Plan Neese
East End Marketplace Retail III Building Eagles Id ho
tenant
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Building Signs(Typ.):
1. The tenant shall be required to submit signage plans to the developer or developer's
management entity for written approval. An administrative level design review sign
application, accompanied by the written approval of the managing entity, shall be
submitted to the City for any proposed signs for the City's review and approval. All signs
shall comply with the criteria stated herein as well as the Eagle City Code. In cases of any
conflict between the Eagle City Code and the criteria specified herein,the more restrictive
requirements shall apply.
2. Wall Signs
a. Wall Sign materials may consist of cast metal, fiberglass, plastic, acrylic (or sim.) and
shall be a minimum of%2" and a maximum of 8" thick. Wall Signs may be surface-
mounted or held off face of building. Illuminated and non-illuminated channel letter
signs may also be incorporated.
b. Wall Signs shall consist of individual letters and/or logos. Fonts (styles and sizes) and
logos shall be as proposed by individual tenant(typ.).
c. Wall Sign size and locations: Example Wall Sign locations are illustrated on building
elevation sheets. Final sign location and sizes will be provided as part of the tenant
design review sign application. Wall sign locations are shown on all 4 sides of the
building.Each business within a multi-tenant building may be allowed up to three wall
signs provided that each sign is placed on a different side of the building. Size of signs
shall not exceed 10% of the area of the building face to which it is attached(measured
by tenant's lease space HxW).
d. Wall Sign Illumination:
i. The building façade shall be provided with electrical power at the designated signage
locations to accommodate sign illumination.
ii. Wall signs may be "halo" illuminated, or by floodlighting as defined in City
ordinance.
iii. Where occurs,sign transformers shall be hidden from view.
iv.We are requesting no restriction on hours of illumination.
3. Blade signs are encouraged. Blade signs may be halo internally illuminated or floodlit by
gooseneck light.In any case,blade signs shall maintain an 8'-0"minimum clear height from
the finish grade.
Building Address Number(Where Required):
1. Cast metal building address numbers shall be located on the face of building.
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Directional Signs:
1. No directional signs are proposed under this application.
Monument Signs:
1. No monument signs are proposed under this application. Comply with the East End
Marketplace master sign plan (DR-34-16 MOD) for approved locations and sign
elevations.
Menu-Beard-Signs:
e beard sign red underthis-application; however, ch shall be
epteble 1t; ntieipated tl lie a of 2 3 boards f r the dr: a tl u tena„t A
Drive-Through/Drive-Up Service Menu Board Signs:
1. Shall not exceed seven feet(7')in height and the sign area shall not exceed thirty-five(35)
square feet.
2. Internal illumination may be permitted if the City determines the following:
a. The lighting shall be harmonious with and in accordance with the general objectives,
or with any specific objective of this article;
b. The lighting shall be installed, operated, and maintained to be harmonious and
appropriate in appearance with the existing and intended character of the general
vicinity and will not change the essential character of the same area;and
c. The lighting will not be disturbing to existing or future neighboring uses.
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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 April 25,at which
time the Board made their decision.
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 master sign plan criteria with the additional language that
earthtone colors are encouraged.
BOARD DECISION:
The Board voted 4 to 0(Lindgren and Mihan recused; Greer absent)to recommend approval of DR-2023-
71 for a design review application for a master sign plan for a multi-tenant restaurant with a drive-through
and retail building,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 May 9,2024.
PUBLIC MEETING OF THE COUNCIL:
A. A meeting to consider the application was held before the City Council on August 27, 2024, at which
time the Council made their decision.
COUNCIL DECISION:
The Council voted 3 to 0(Gindlesperger absent)to approve DR-2023-71 for a design review application
for a master sign plan for a multi-tenant restaurant with a drive-through and retail building,with the
following Design Review Board recommended site specific conditions of approval and standard
conditions of approval.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The following shall be the master sign plan for East End Marketplace Retail Building III:
Master Sign Plan
East End Marketplace Retail III Building
Building Signs(Typ.):
1. The tenant shall be required to submit signage plans to the developer or developer's management
entity for written approval. An administrative level design review sign application, accompanied
by the written approval of the managing entity, shall be submitted to the City for any proposed
signs for the City's review and approval. All signs shall comply with the criteria stated herein as
well as the Eagle City Code. In cases of any conflict between the Eagle City Code and the criteria
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specified herein,the more restrictive requirements shall apply.
2. Wall Signs
a.Wall Sign materials may consist of cast metal, fiberglass,plastic,acrylic(or sim.)and shall be a
minimum of%2" and a maximum of 8" thick. Wall Signs may be surface-mounted or held off
face of building.Illuminated and non-illuminated channel letter signs may also be incorporated.
b.Wall Signs shall consist of individual letters and/or logos.Fonts(styles and sizes)and logos shall
be as proposed by individual tenant(typ.).Earthtone colors are encouraged.
c. Wall Sign size and locations: Example Wall Sign locations are illustrated on building elevation
sheets. Final sign location and sizes will be provided as part of the tenant design review sign
application. Wall sign locations are shown on all 4 sides of the building.Each business within a
multi-tenant building may be allowed up to three wall signs provided that each sign is placed on
a different side of the building. Size of signs shall not exceed 10% of the area of the building
face to which it is attached(measured by tenant's lease space HxW).
d. Wall Sign Illumination:
i.The building façade shall be provided with electrical power at the designated signage locations
to accommodate sign illumination.
ii. Wall signs may be"halo" illuminated,or by floodlighting as defined in City ordinance.
iii. Where occurs, sign transformers shall be hidden from view.
iv. We are requesting no restriction on hours of illumination.
3. Blade signs are encouraged. Blade signs may be halo illuminated or floodlit by gooseneck light.In
any case,blade signs shall maintain an 8'-0"minimum clear height from the finish grade.
Building Address Number(Where Required):
1. Cast metal building address numbers shall be located on the face of building.
Directional Signs:
1. Directional signage associated with the drive-through/drive up service menu boards shall comply
with Eagle City Code.
Monument Signs:
1. No monument signs are proposed under this application. Comply with the East End Marketplace
master sign plan(DR-34-16 MOD)for approved locations and sign elevations.
Drive-Through/Drive-Up Service Menu Board Signs:
1. Shall not exceed seven feet(7') in height and the sign area shall not exceed thirty-five(35)square
feet.
2. Internal illumination may be permitted if the City determines the following:
a. The lighting shall be harmonious with and in accordance with the general objectives, or with
any specific objective of this article;
b. The lighting shall be installed, operated, and maintained to be harmonious and appropriate in
appearance with the existing and intended character of the general vicinity and will not change
the essential character of the same area; and
c. The lighting will not be disturbing to existing or future neighboring uses.
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2. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site.
3. Provide a copy of the electrical permit(if applicable)for the sign installation prior to 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.
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.
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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-2023-71) 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 signage 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 27th day of August 2024.
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EAGLE
Ada County,Idaho
Bra ike,Mayor
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Regulatory Taking Notice: In accordance with section 67-6519, Idaho Code, Applicant has the right,
pursuant to section 67-8003,Idaho Code,to request a regulatory taking analysis.
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