Findings - CC - 2024 - DR-2024-25 - Design Review For One Building Wall Sign for P1FCU BEFORE THE EAGLE CITY COUNCIL
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 City Council for their action on
September 10,2024. 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:
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).
Page 1 of 4
K:\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2024\PIFCU Signage DR-2024-25\PIFCU Signage Findings CC docx
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
'A",halo illuminated with white LED
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 compiled to create a theme unique to the area called"Eagle Architecture".
Page 2 of 4
K:\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2024\P1FCU Signage DR-2024-25\PIFCU Signage Findings CC.docx
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,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 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 site specific
conditions of approval and standard conditions of approval provided within their findings of fact and
conclusions of law document, dated August 22,2024.
PUBLIC MEETING OF THE COUNCIL:
A. A meeting to consider the application was held before the City Council on September 10, 2024, at
which time the Council made their decision.
COUNCIL DECISION:
The Council voted 4 to 0 to approve DR-2024-25 for a design review application for one halo illuminated
building wall sign for P1FCU,with the following Design Review Board 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.
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
Page 3 of 4
K.\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2024\PIFCU Signage DR-2024-25\PIFCU Signage Findings CC.docx
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 Council 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 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 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 10"day of September 2024.
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EAGLE
Ada County,Idaho
Bra Pike,Mayor ,,,,,,,,,,,„,,,,,
GLE
�P•.•••.••••
AT EST: ; Q : PT E •. ;
O � 4 •
• o � 0:
Tracy E. s rn,Eag e City Clerk ••••.•• ••64
Regulatory Taking Notice: In accordance with section.671-16919;'Idaho Code, Applicant has the right,
pursuant to section 67-8003,Idaho Code,to request a regulatory taking analysis.
Page 4 of 4
K:\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2024\PlFCU Signage DR-2024-25\P1FCU Signage Findings CC.docx