Findings - DR - 2024 - DR-2024-53 - Eagle Island Marketplace - Two Building Wall Signs and Two Monument Sign Tenant Panels BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION )
FOR A DESIGN REVIEW FOR TWO )
BUILDING WALL SIGNS AND TWO )
MONUMENT SIGN TENANT PANELS )
FOR FLOOR AND DECOR FOR FLOOR )
AND DECOR OUTLETS OF AMERICA INC)
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
CASE NUMBER DR-2024-53
The above-entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action
on October 24, 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:
Floor and Decor Outlets of America, Inc., represented by Summer Zimmers, is requesting design
review approval for two halo illuminated building wall signs and two monument sign tenant panels.
The 5.38-acre site is located within Eagle Island Marketplace, 420-feet north of West Chinden
Boulevard and 625-feet east of North Linder Road at 1300 West Chinden Boulevard.
B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
The City of Eagle received the application for this item on September 10,2024.
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 Eagle
Island Marketplace(CPA-05-08/A-03-08/RZ-08-08.
On July 14,2009,the Eagle City Council approved the common area landscaping within Eagle Island
Marketplace, including Fred Meyer and Eight Multi-tenant Retail/Restaurant buildings(DR-13-09).
On July 14,2009,the Eagle City Council approved a design review sign application for the master
sign plan for Eagle Island Marketplace(DR-14-09).
On April 5,2012,the City approved a design review application to modify the master sign plan for
Eagle Island Marketplace to increase the height and square footage of the two-multi-tenant monument
signs along Chinden Boulevard to twenty five feet(25')in height and one hundred ninety seven(197)
square feet of sign area(DR-14-09 MOD).
On July 10,2012,the City approved a design review application for exterior building modification to
the"L"shaped building within Eagle Island Marketplace(DR-13-09 MOD).
On August 10, 2021, the Eagle City Council approved a design review application for three retail
buildings within Eagle Island Marketplace(DR-13-09 MOD2). This application has expired.
On November 16, 2021,the City approved a design review application to modify the single door to a
sliding double door and add a canopy on the south building elevation of the Fred Meyer building
(DR-13-09 MOD3).
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D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: DR-2024-52(retail building).
E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Mixed Use.
F. ZONING DESIGNATION: C-3-DA(Highway Business District 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 10' 10 '/2"high x 30' 4 7/8"wide N/A
Area of Signage 331-square feet 1,069-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Halo-illuminated, internally illuminated Interior-illumination prohibited
Materials 3" deep "Floor" and "Decor" letters, Suggested materials to be used
.125" faces and .063" returns painted red include aluminum, stainless steel,
with clear polycarb backs, pegged 3" off brass and painted sheet metal.
the face of the building, halo illuminated
with white LED
"&" 6" face illuminated cabinet, white
flex face with red opaque vinyl graphics,
internally illuminated
*Note:Sign dimensions and area of signage approved within the Eagle Island Marketplace Master Sign Plan(DR-14-09 MOD).
Building Wall Sign(north elevation)
Sign Data Proposed Required*
Wall Sign Dimensions 1"high x 12' 9 3/16"wide N/A
Area of Signage 13-square feet 527-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Halo-illuminated Interior-illumination prohibited
Materials 3" deep letters, .125" faces and .063" Suggested materials to be used
returns painted red with clear polycarb include aluminum, stainless steel,
backs, pegged off the face of the building brass and painted sheet metal.
1 '/2",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).
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Monument Sign Tenant Panel(Linder Road)
Sign Data Proposed Required*
Sign Dimensions TBD 1' 11" high x 9' 7" wide
(approximately)
Area of Signage 18-square feet 18-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Existing ground mounted light fixtures Interior-illumination prohibited
Materials White background panel, faces to be Tenant copy fabricated from 1/8"
aluminum with '/2" FCOs painted white, thick flat cutout aluminum and
mounted onto panel with stand-offs pegged off the face of the tenant
panel 3/4", all tenant panel
background shall be white
*Note:Sign dimensions and area of signage approved within the Eagle Island Marketplace Master Sign Plan(DR-14-09 MOD).
Monument Sign Tenant Panel (Chinden Boulevard)
Sign Data Proposed Required*
Sign Dimensions TBD 3' high x 14' wide(approximately)
Area of Signage 42-square feet 42-square feet(maximum)
Illumination Existing ground mounted light fixtures Interior-illumination prohibited
Materials Existing white panel, faces to be Tenant copy fabricated from 1/8"
aluminum with %" FCOs painted white, thick flat cutout aluminum and
mounted onto panel with stand-offs pegged off the face of the tenant
panel 3/4", all tenant panel
background shall be white
*Note:Sign dimensions and area of signage approved within the Eagle Island Marketplace Master Sign Plan(DR-14-09 MOD).
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. MASTER SIGN PLAN PROVISIONS WHICH ARE OF SPECIAL CONCERN REGARDING
THIS PROPOSAL:
2. Two 15-foot high multi-tenant monument signs are permitted on Linder Road.
a. Tenant copy will be fabricated from 1/8"thick flat cutout aluminum and pegged off the face
of the tenant panel'/4".
3. Two 25-foot high multi-tenant monument signs are permitted on Chinden Boulevard.
a. Tenant copy will be fabricated from 1/8"thick flat cutout aluminum and pegged off the face
of the tenant panel'/4".
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7. MISCELLANEOUS:
LIGHTING - The following types of signage illumination will be allowed by the landlord per
Eagle City. Open pan channel (exposed neon), reverse pan channel (neon or LED halo
illuminated)or flood lighting (exact fixture to be approved by the landlord). Internal illumination
and or backlit illumination is prohibited.
LETTER AND LOGO RESTRICTIONS-Copy and or logos utilized shall be the tenant's choice
and must be approved by the landlord.
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.
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(B): Definitions
GRAND OPENING: The promotional activity used by a new business or enterprise or for a
grand opening for a business or enterprise under new management, to inform the public of
their location and contribution to the business community. "Grand opening" does not mean
the annual or occasional promotion of services or retail sales by a business.
ILLUMINATION, INTERNAL: Illumination of a sign from any light source that is
concealed or contained within the sign and becomes visible in darkness through a translucent
surface, except for illumination, punch through letter signs. This includes characters, letters,
figures, designs or outline which is illuminated by gas filled luminous tubes, such as neon,
argon or fluorescent.
• Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(9): Prohibited Signs:
e. Wall signs that extend above the parapet wall.
g. Off premises signs, except as otherwise stated within this article.
h. Banner signs placed within landscaped areas, or otherwise placed on posts inserted into
the ground, except for grand openings, community events, community yard sales and
yard sales for nonprofit organizations.
o. Polyurethane and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) style inflatable balloons and blimps, larger
than twenty four inches (24") in diameter, except for grand openings and community
events.
• Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(12): Permitted Temporary Signs:
b. Banner Signs: Banner signs used for limited time frame promotions of special events,
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business open houses,or sales of products or services. Said banner signs shall be securely
attached to a fence, building, structure or similar permanent fixture and shall not be
permitted to be displayed for more than thirty (30) consecutive calendar days with a
minimum of thirty (30) consecutive days between placements. No banner sign shall be
placed within a landscaped area,or otherwise be placed on posts inserted into the ground.
The maximum size for any such banner sign shall be forty eight(48)square feet.
g. Construction Signs: Shall be placed on the construction site only between the time that a
development application has been filed with the city and final issuance of certificate of
occupancy. Contractors' signs may include banks, realtors, subcontractors, etc., and shall
not exceed sixteen (16) square feet, except that thirty two (32) square feet may be
permitted along state highways, unless legally required by governmental contract to be
larger,and eight feet(8')shall be the maximum height.
i. Grand Opening Signs: All signs, except for prohibited signs as regulated in this article,
are allowed for a grand opening for a new business or enterprise or for a grand opening
for a business or enterprise under new management for a maximum period of sixty (60)
calendar days.
• Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(13)Sign Illumination:
e. Halo illumination is permitted.
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.
D. DISCUSSION:
• The applicant is proposing to construct two building wall signs and two monument sign tenant
panels. The building wall sign located on the west building elevation is proposed to be halo
illuminated and internally illuminated.
Halo Lit Letters I Face Lit"e1"
Action:
•Manufacture and install new halo-illuminated
3"deep'FLOOR""DECOR"letters;.125"faces
&.063"returns painted red,with clear polycarb
West Elevation backs.Internally illuminated with white LEDs-
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3"stand-offs.
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Pursuant to Eagle City Code Section 8-2A-8(C)(13), internal illumination is prohibited. The
applicant should be required to provide a revised sign elevation (west) showing the "&" not
internally illuminated. The revised sign elevation should be reviewed and approved by staff prior
to the issuance of a sign permit.
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• The applicant is proposing one building wall sign on the north building elevation. The sign
elevation shows the sign to say "Customer Pick-Up" and to be halo illuminated. The description
on the sign elevation references halo illuminated and internal illumination and additional letters.
Halo Lit Letters I Face Lit"&"
Action:
•Manufacture and install new halo-illuminated
3"deep letters; .125"faces&.063"returns
painted red,with dear polycarb backs.
Internally illuminated with white LEDs-remote
power supplies.Install onto wall using
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Face-Painted Matthews MP 2032 Red
NIGHT VIEW III Returns-Painted Matthews MP 2032 Red
The applicant should be required to provide a revised sign elevation (north building elevation)
showing the description to match the sign elevation and not internally illuminated. The revised
sign elevation should be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit.
• The applicant is proposing two monument sign tenant panels on the monument signs located
along North Linder Road and West Chinden Boulevard. Both sign elevations do not include
dimensions for the tenant panels and the text dimensions do not comply with the master sign plan.
Monument#1 I Replacement Faces
Action:
•Manufacture and install(2)new replacement faces.
•Faces to be aluminum with 1/2"FCOs,painted white,mounted
IV onto panel with stand offs.
FLOOR (2)Digitally printed Low Tack coming soon vinyl to be applied to
DECOR ,'
Roar Decor faces.
Dimensions&material to be verified prior to manufacturing.
SIDE VIEW
The master sign plan requires the text on the panel to be fabricated from 1/8" thick flat cutout
aluminum and pegged off the tenant panel 3/4". The applicant should be required to provide
revised monument sign tenant panel elevations including the dimension of the tenant panels, and
text shown to be 1/8" thick flat cutout aluminum pegged off the panel 3/4". The revised sign
elevation should be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit.
• The sign package submitted by the applicant includes temporary signage for coming soon signs,
grand opening signs,construction fence banners, inflatables, and pennants.All temporary signage
should comply with Eagle City Code.
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 October 24,2024,
at which time the Board made their decision.
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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 signage with the red color of the sign to match the red of the
Fred Meyer sign.
• The Board is in favor of allowing the coming soon portion of the monument sign tenant panels,
provided they are removed when the retail building opens.
BOARD DECISION:
The Board voted 6 to 0 (Lindgren absent) to recommend approval of DR-2024-53 for a design review
application for two building wall signs and two monument sign tenant panels for Floor and Decor, 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 and text shown with strikethrough to be deleted
by the Board.
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Provide a revised sign elevation (west) showing the "&"not internally illuminated. The revised sign
elevation shall be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit.
2. Provide a revised sign elevation (north building elevation) showing the description to match the sign
elevation and not internally illuminated. The revised sign elevation shall be reviewed and approved
by staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit.
3. Provide revised monument sign tenant panel elevations including the dimension of the tenant panels,
and text shown to be 1/8" thick flat cutout aluminum pegged off the panel 3/4". The revised sign
elevation shall be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit.
4. All temporary signage shall comply with Eagle City Code.
5. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site.
6. Provide a copy of the electrical permit for the sign installation prior to issuance of a sign permit.
7. Upon completion of the building wall signs and monument sign tenant panels, 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 tenant panels have been completed in
compliance with the approved plans,a certificate of completion will be issued.
8. The "coming soon" sign on the monument sign tenant panels shall be removed at the opening of the
retail building. Once the"coming soon" sign is removed, no additional signage shall be placed on the
monument sign tenant panel.
9. Provide revised sign elevations showing the red on the signage to be a darker shade of red to match
the red on the Fred Meyer signage. The revised sign elevations shall be reviewed and approved by
staff and two members of the Design Review Board prior to the 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.
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).
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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-2024-53) 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 signage and monument sign tenant panels 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 24th day of October 2024.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
OF THE CITY OF EAGLE
Ada linty,
Jo G er, Vice Chairman
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