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Findings - DR - 2026 - DR-2026-27 - Design Review for a master sign plan for a multi-tenant retail/restaurant building within East Marketplace.BEFORE THE EAGLE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION ) FOR A DESIGN REVIEW FOR A MASTER) SIGN PLAN FOR A MULTI -TENANT ) RETAIL/RESTAURANT BUILDING ) WITHIN EAST END MARKETPLACE ) FOR RENNISON COMPANIES ) FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW CASE NUMBER DR-2026-27 The above -entitled design review application came before the Eagle Design Review Board for their action on April 9, 2026. 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: Rennison Companies, represented by Zach Turner, is requesting design review approval for a master sign plan for a multi -tenant retail/restaurant building. The 0.86-acre site is located on the south side of East State Street approximately 790-feet east of South Edgewood Lane at 1800 East Highway 44. B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL: The City of Eagle received the application for this item on February 19, 2026. 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-2006-02/RZ-2006-08NAC-2006-0 I /PP-2006-09). 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-2015-05 & RZ-2015-11). 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-2016-06). On July 14, 2016, the Design Review Board approved a design review application for the master sign plan for East End Marketplace (DR-2016-34). 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-2017-04). On July 24, 2018, the City Council approved a design review application to modify the master sign plan for East End Marketplace (DR-2016-34-MOD). 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-2015-1 I -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-2023-01). Page 1 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\Ean End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx For additional property history see: DR-2016-07, DR-2016-42, DR-2021-61, DR-2023-72, DR-2023- 73, DR-2023-70, DR-2023-71, DR-2025-04, DR-2025-09, DR-2023-72-MOD], DR-2025-89, and DR- 2025-90. D. COMPANION APPLICATIONS: There is one companion application DR-2026-22 (building). E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: The property is designated Commercial on the City's comprehensive plan land use map. F. ZONING DESIGNATION: The zoning of the property is C-2-DA (General Business District with a development agreement) as shown on the City's official zoning map. G. DESIGN REVIEW OVERLAY DISTRICT: This site is located within the city-wide Design Review Overlay District. H. URBAN RENEWAL AREA: This site is located within an Urban Renewal Area. I. SIGNAGE: Building Wall Sian 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 too s ace 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: No letters from any agencies have been received to date. K. LETTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: No letters from the public have been 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. Page 2 of 15 K:\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx 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". • 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 East End Marketplace Building II. Staff recommends the following changes to the document titled "Design Review Master Sign Plan Narrative East End Marketplace Retail II — Eagle, Idaho' with text shown with underline to be added and text shown with strikethrough to be deleted. Page 3 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx Design Renew Master Sign Plan NaFr-ative East End Marketplace Retail II Building Eagle, Idaho in eef��efie;_; vOith- eiffir. Design Review (Building) appliea-tien for- the new 5,529 .. however, ffmiti ten retail Wilding, we are stibmit4ing this Master- Sip Plan "plieatien fef yeef review and appr-ev this sign plan shall be estab! ead se th-at Amb-On the tenafit a.9-Feefaefit(s) afe in plaee, thef &%ideiiixes e"iie:ix'cixts 913&11 &PP:T- —z-ckgle Elide—seetien 8.2A gG15, e e Master- Sign Piffin dhat m,41-1 -al-I&A0 flexibility in design while providing the speeifi - . Wines an as !egos, efablems, of similaf afehiteetwal elements that are designed in a maimer- detefmined by the eity to be ar-ehiteetffally eempatible to the sip a*d area. We are proposing a Master- Sip P! that will allow flexibility in design while pfev4ag the speeifie guidelines and OE)RtFOIS as Will aeeessai:y. See a4taehed Master- Sign Plan (MSP 1 & N4SP 2) sheets for- gr-aphie representation of petefttial sign eefopliant with this Sign Man, 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'h" 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 uv to three wall sins 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 fagade shall be provided with electrical power at the designated signage locations to accommodate sign illumination. ii. Wall signs may be "halo" illuminated, punch through 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 intemally illuminated, punch through illuminated, or floodlit by gooseneck light. In any case, blade signs shall maintain an 8'-0" minimum clear height from the finish grade. Page 4 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx Building Address Number (Where Required): 1. Cast metal building address numbers shall be located on the face of building. 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-2016-34-MOD2) for approved locations and sign elevations. Sign Examples: Wall Sign (Parallel) Cast Metal or plastic with Wall -Mounted Lighting Wall Sign (Parallel) Cast Metal or Plastic with Wall -Mounted Lighting Page 5 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg 11 MSP Findings DRdocx Wall Sign (Parallel) Cast Metal or Plastic with Wall -Mounted Gooseneck Lighting Wall Sign (Parallel) Individual Letter Sign with no gooseneck fixtures (assume halo -illuminated at night) L� - Wall Sign (Parallel) eck Fixtures (assume halo -illumination or soffit lighting) Page 6 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx Wall Sign (Parallel) 0 Sign Placement: II SOME �J i- 7 NORTH ELEVATION w �. Page 7 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR docx I II %61 7 EAST ELEVATION II I II I I I II I I II it i i II 3 SOUTH ELEVATION "1 4 WEST ELEVATION 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 April 9, 2026, 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 is in favor of the proposed master sign plan criteria. Page 8 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx BOARD DECISION: The Board voted 2 to 0 (Lindgren and Milian recused; Grubb, Greer, and Asher absent) to recommend approval of DR-2026-27 for a design review application for a master sign plan for a multi -tenant retail/restaurant building within East End Marketplace, with the following staff 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 II: Master Sign Plan East End Marketplace Retail II 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 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 1/2" 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 fagade shall be provided with electrical power at the designated signage locations to accommodate sign illumination. ii. Wall signs may be "halo" illuminated, punch through 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, punch through 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. Page 9 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg 11 MSP Findings DR.docx 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-2016-34-MOD2) for approved locations and sign elevations. Sign Examples: Wall Sign (Parallel) Cast Metal or plastic with Wall -Mounted Lighting Wall Sign (Parallel) Cast Metal or Plastic with Wall -Mounted Lighting Page 10 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.dmx Wall Sign (Parallel) Cast Metal or Plastic with Wall -Mounted Gooseneck Lighting Wall Sign (Parallel) Individual Letter Sign with no gooseneck fixtures (assume halo -illuminated at night) a Wall Sign (Parallel) Individual Letter Sign with no Gooseneck Fixtures (assume halo -illumination or soffit lighting) Page 11 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg 11 MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg 11 MSP Findings DR.docx Wall Sign (Parallel) —t End Marketplace Bldg 11 MSP Findings WEST ELEVATION 2. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any signs on this site. 3. Provide a copy of the electrical permit 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. 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). Page 13 of 15 K:\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg 11 MSP Findings DR.docx 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-2026-27) 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 signs will be required to be harmonious with the architectural design of the building, and will not cover nor detract from desirable architectural features. Regulatory Takings Analysis Notice: Applicant has a right to request a regulatory takings analysis pursuant to Idaho Code Section 67-8003. Page 14 of 15 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx DATED this 23`d day of April 2026. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD OF THE CITY OF EAGLE Ada County, Id ho Wa L Vren, Chairman jTra 11111111111111f �Y�RgT• �F Osborn, Eagle City Clerk *;S0SEAL,�;� ,��'• 9TF O00 F 1�P�.•'��. •••'•III/1111111* Page 15 of 15 K:\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Dr\2026\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP - DR-2026-27\03-Working Files\02-DRB\01-DRB Packet\East End Marketplace Bldg II MSP Findings DR.docx