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Home My WebLink About2009 01 26 Public Hearings 500 Tuskawilla Greens Aesthetic ReviewCOMMISSION AGENDA ITEM 500 January 26, 2009 Meeting Consent Information Public Hearin X Re ul MGR. /Dept. REQUEST: The Community Development Department requests the Commission consider the aesthetic review for The Greens at Tuskawilla, a 60 unit condominium development on approximately 12.02 acres, located on the south side of Winter Springs Boulevard, adjacent to Howell Creek, and immediately adjacent to the Tuscawilla Golf and Country Club. PURPOSE: The purpose of this Agenda Item is for the Commission to consider the aesthetic review for The Greens at Tuskawilla, condominium project consisting of 15 buildings (60 units) on approximately 12.02 acres, located on the south side of Winter Springs Boulevard, adjacent to Howell Creek, and immediately adjacent to the Tuscawilla Golf and Country Club. Final engineering/site plan was approved at the September 8, 2008 Commission meeting. The purpose of the Aesthetic Review process is to encourage creative, effective, and flexible architectural standards and cohesive community development consistent with the intent and purpose of Article XI -Minimum Community Appearance and Aesthetic Review Standards. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS: • Chapter 163, Florida Statutes • Chapter 166, Florida Statutes • Comprehensive Plan • Chapter 9, City Code • Section 9-601. Approval prerequisite for permits. • Section 9-605. Submittal requirements. • Forth Amendment to Settlement Agreement (City of Winter Springs, React Land , LLC, and Winter Springs Golf, LLC). CHRONOLOGY: Final Order approving Settlement Agreement and amended Settlement Agreement No. 1, recorded April 14, 1994 in Official Record Book 3102, Page 1354, Public Records of Seminole County, Florida. Januazy 26, 2009 Regulaz Item 500 Page 2 of 4 Second Amendment to Settlement Agreement recorded October 22, 1996 in Official Record Book 3156, Page 0454, Public Records of Seminole County, Florida. Conceptual approval for 60 residential condominium units (15 buildings), with the 4 garages in each building opening onto an internal courtyard, and on-street parking was approved by the City Commission on September 10, 2007, subject to conditions. Third Amendment to Settlement Agreement approved by the City Commission October 2, 2007 and recorded December 5, 2007 in Official Record Book 06881, pages 235-270, Public Records of Seminole County. [This amendment allows the development of the "development area" of parcel 7 into a maximum of 60 condominium units.] Combined preliminary and final engineering/site plan was received on January 30, 2008 and reviewed at the February 19, 2008 staff review. A site plan resubmittal was received on March 12, 2008 and reviewed at the April 15, 2008 Staff review. A site plan resubmittal was received on May 29, 2008 and reviewed at the July 1, 2008 staff review. At this review, staff conveyed the City Attorney's opinion that the project could proceed through the Part "A" PUD procedures. A meeting among staff, the applicant, his attorney, and the City Attorney was held on July 8, 2008 to address the development agreement, the potential for a variance or waiver, conservation easements, and removal of specimen trees. A site plan resubmittal was received on July 17, 2008 and scheduled for review at the August 5, 2008 staff review (staff comments were provided to the applicant; by mutual consent between the applicant and City, no staff review was held on August 5; the applicant provided responses to staff comments). Plans for modification of the tennis courts were received on August 1, 2008 and scheduled for the August 19, 2008 staff review. The PUD master plan, preliminary and final PUD development plan, and preliminary and final engineering/site plan all received recommendations of approval from the Planning and Zoning Board on August 21, 2008. The PUD master plan, preliminary and final PUD development plan, and preliminary and final engineering/site plan were approved by the City Commission on September 8, 2008. CONSIDERATIONS: As a condition of the settlement agreement and its modifications, a maximum of 60 residential condominium units are allowed to be constructed on a portion of parcel 7(15 residential buildings, 4 units each), separated from Winter Springs Boulevard by a decorative fence and associated landscaping along Winter Springs Boulevard. One associated wet detention pond will be constructed partially on the Tuscawilla Country Club site on the west side of Howell Creek as part of the stormwater management system for this project. One compensating floodplain 2 January 26, 2009 Regular Item 500 Page 3 of 4 storage area will be constructed partially on the Country Club site on the east side of Howell Creek. The development review process involved (1) amending the PUD master plan, (2) the PUD Part "A" preliminary and final development plan approval, and (3) the engineering/site plan approval. Aesthetic Review The submittal requirements for aesthetic review are set forth in Section 9-605 and include the following: (a) a site plan; (b) elevations illustrating all sides of structures facing public streets or spaces; (c) illustrations of all walls, fences, and other accessory structures and the indication of height and their associated materials; (d) elevation of proposed exterior permanent signs or other constructed elements other than habitable space, if any; (e) illustrations of materials, texture, and colors to be used on all buildings, accessory structures, exterior signs; and (fj other architectural and engineering data as may be required. The procedures for review and approval are set forth in Section 9-603. The City Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove the application only after consideration of whether the following criteria have been satisfied: (1) The plans and specifications of the proposed project indicate that the setting, landscaping, proportions, materials, colors, textures, scale, unity, balance, rhythm, contrast, and simplicity are coordinated in a harmonious manner relevant to the particular proposal, surrounding area and cultural character of the community. The proposed buildings will be constructed of concrete block covered with an "Old World Spanish" style stucco. The building's varied roofline and clay the roofing material are positive features and complement the stucco finish. The proposed landscaping will help integrate the buildings into the surrounding tree canopy and the adjacent golf course. (2) The plans for the proposed project are in harmony with any future development which has been formally approved by the City within the surrounding area. No other more recent site plans have been submitted in this immediate area. (3) The plans for the proposed project are not excessively similar or dissimilar to any other building, structure or sign which is either fully constructed, permitted but not fully constructed, or included on the same permit application, and facing upon the same or intersecting street within five hundred (S00) feet of the proposed site, with respect to one or more of the following features of exterior design and appearance: (A)Front or side elevations, (B)Size and arrangement of elevation facing the street, including reverse arrangement, (C)Other significant features of design such as, but not limited to: materials, roof line, hardscape improvements, and height or design elements. The proposed buildings do not appear excessively similar or dissimilar to the other structures in the immediate area. While other structures within 500 feet do have stucco finishes, they do not have the textured stucco and the roofs. 3 January 26, 2009 Regular Item 500 Page 4 of 4 (4) The plans for the proposed project are in harmony with, or significantly enhance, the established character of other buildings, structures or signs in the surrounding area with respect to architectural specifications and design features deemed significant based upon commonly accepted architectural principles of the local community. The proposed project, while somewhat isolated from many of the surrounding buildings, does enhance the character and overall aesthetics of the surrounding area. The local community is composed of different architectural styles and, therefore, the proposed project represents a positive addition to this area. (S) The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the intent and purpose of this Article, the Comprehensive Plan for Winter Springs, design criteria adopted by the city (e.g. Towne Center guidelines, SR 434 design specifications) and other applicable federal state or local laws. The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and other applicable design guidelines. The final architectural plans will be reviewed for compliance with all building code criteria. (6) The proposed project has incorporated significant architectural enhancements such as concrete masonry units with stucco, marble, termite-resistant wood, wrought iron, brick, columns and piers, porches, arches, fountains, planting areas, display windows, and other distinctive design detailing and promoting the character of the community. The project has incorporated a number of these features in the architectural of the buildings and the site plan. Archways, multi-level roof lines, and accent shutters have been incorporated into the building facade. A fountain area and small open space has been incorporated into the overall site layout. Specialty pavers accent the project entrance and the two cul-de-sacs. The driveways and inner courts of the units are also finished with pavers. FINDINGS: 1. The proposed development is located within the City of Winter Springs: it has a Medium Density Residential Future Land Use designation and is located within a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district. 2. Any deviations from the Code must be addressed through a development agreement, special exception, or some other appropriate mechanism. 3. The proposed site plan is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan. 4. The proposed site plan is inconsistent with the City Code of Ordinances. 5. The proposed site plan is inconsistent with the Commission's conditions of approval from the September 8, 2008 final engineering approval. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Commission approve the aesthetic review for the Greens at Tuskawilla. ATTACHMENTS: A -Aesthetic Review submittal package COMMISSION ACTION: 4 3~ BY OMMER RS AS SELECTED ~6~~0 ~rINTC~) Atrur+~~NVMn I 2 -PRE-CAST CONCRETE OR FOA1A CAP ,r / / ~ 3' i1LE TitIM 3~ OP710NAL HADDENSTONE ~' EAGLES HE 350 do 355 ~ ~~ SELECTED BY AS 3' COLUMN SEE DETAIL . ~ - ~/ CAP ~! G i//N~ ~ /V 3'Tv000 ~A-~i Tucco GvLV~ iv S ENTRANCE SIGN SCALE: - ~Ts 70 WATT METAL HALIDE SPOTLIGHT AS SELECTED BY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT ~Nr"/2~ /~~~ ~ilv/v 50 WATT 60 MR-16 SPOTLIGHT AS SELECTED BY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNIQUE 1120 W TRANSFORMER 110V 20 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE WITH RAINTIGHT OUTLET BY OTHERS t e +g ' ' ~ _ ~ ,.:e hand) ~- : Eagle (right hand) _ - , '- . _ - . . ~.-~ ~..~: ~entations of the noble eagle are ideal for positioning on a gateway, at the entrance to a ~ .~ _ _ -;:_ ._::. _. =:- .^ ~a~ne a landscape vista. Adapted from original designs by Doulton of Lambeth. - _ _ _ _. __~ 4 ~v:nm (36%") Depth overall: 580mm (22'/d") Recommended pedestal: 8120 i - _ - ~._ =::~mm (31 %z") Depth at base: 370mm (14'/~") __- ~ .: ~.a: ~ f fi~mm (14 %2") Weight (each): 174kg (383 Ib) - : _ ~ _ _ . -= ~? ?~~- X65693) (Registered Design No. 2065694) - - ~ _ __ _ ,:_. __-_- _ __ --- STUCCO FINISH ~~•-}frel~~TV G~itNl~ AR TILE. PROVIDE ~~ SAMPLE FOR APPROVAL TILE SELECTED BY OWNER B~-t~- ~ 4 R~ ~1zstN rCC COMMUNITY LOGO; POWDER COATED -~- ALUMINUM; PROVIDE SHOP DRAWINGS TO LANDSC E ARCHITECT FOR APPROVAL ~G3 L~ G°L~C~- TILE. PROVIDE SAMPLE FOR APPROVAL PRECAST CONC. OR FOAM HALF-CAP STUCCO FINISH i PITCH TO DRAIN ° - PRECAST CONC. CAP OR FOAM PIER CAP BY: ATLANTIC FOAM (ALTERNATE BID) COLOR: PROVIDE SAMPLE FOR APPROVAL BY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT TUCCO -COLOR AS APPROVED BY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT OR OWNER FlNISH I 8x8x16 CMU WITH DURO WALL ®16" O.C. VERTICAL #5 REBAR VERTICAL; 25" LAP SPL. 12x816 CMU WITH DURO WALL ® 16 O.C. VERTICAL FINISH GRADE COMPACTED GRADE ~ ~ I -~ i ~ I) I I ~r ~ ~~ ~ • . ~ONC. FOOTER; (3) #5 REBAR EACH WAY A. ,, - 3' ENTRANCE SIGN WALL SCALE: 1 2 =1 -0 27 9/ls• 1/2• x 2 1/2• S.SIL. RT SKi. HD. CAP scs. w/ wASH~I d; TNNI NYLON IOCKNUT 31 11/16' ~~~~- ^ CUSTOM LETTERING (37 SPACES ) 71" (1s-60 ) NOTES 1.) AlL STL. MEMBERS COATED W/ ZINC RICH EPOXY THEN FINISHED W/ POLYESTER POWDER COATING. 2.) 1/2° X 3 3/4" EXPANSION ANCHOR BOLTS PROVIDED. 3.) CUSTOM LETTERING AVAILABLE FOR RECESSED SIDE PANEL. ( 37 TOTAL SPACES ) ~ ~ ~ sCaLE ~ NONE Tlr~ DATE DRAWN :3/22/94 D u M o r, r n c•~ WR~, : 3/„/~ E P.O. Bo% 142 Mifflintown, PA 17059-0142 REV. elr : AWH LEN OPTIONS 6' BENCH ^ 8' BENCH BENCH DRAWING NuMeER 19 SERIES SHEET 1 OF 2 DuMa ine. cASr LEC t r 1/2' x 2 i/2• S.5R. FLT. SKf. HD. CAP SCR. 9/ts' f 1r HaLEs w a , ..~ 73" (19-60 ) sr (19-ao ) P44 1'A - PAiH UGM i' 11fi~ ~ L ~fi~ /~~~~ l~.,F l.r! ROGt !iD r~.e H FOUNTAIN ~ Nj5 t4' ,~~, G~~ ~~ -nom 1 VVIY Il111~1 VL1l'11L SCALE: N is FOUNTAIN DETAIL SCALE: "t'S n Drawing TOP OR APPROVED EQUAL ~~ FENCE DETAIL uIINUM SQUARE POST (TYP.) r /'~G ~. ~O w b~{~O/t 'rJ t>r p~~ $~ Ittr- D dINUM PICKETS (TYP.} UMINUM SIDERAIL W/STANDARD CAP. RADE ' MIN. COVER IES OF POST ENCASEMENT /fL- ~jv f'o 1i1/iiV7Z'~!~ S/°/~/IVG.JI $L 1/,C~ SCALE: ~=~"1 N,~S. TA AiTnTI-Ir TII r rnn-IT BALL STYLE FOOT TOP OR APPROVED EQUAL ~ 1-~" X 1-~" ALUMINUM U-CHANNEL TOP RAIL CARD READER - AS SELECTED BY OWNER 3'-6" 1 ROW OF RINGS 3" X 3" ~" ALUMINUM SQUARE POST (TYP.) !~~-~t~ po N-~~ ~ oar-1-~ I O O O 1-~" X 1-~" ALUMINUM U-CHANNEL RAIL ~" ALUMINUM PICKETS (TYP.) 2" ALUMINUM SIDERAIL W/STANDARD CAP. SST LATCH HANDLE - MAGNA LATCH BY KANTSLAM a, e a a ALUMINUM SINGLE SWING GATE: PROVIDE S110P DRAWINGS FOR OWNER REVIEW PRIOR TO FENCE INSTALLATION. GATE DETAIL ""-~ `- FINISHED GRADE -~ PROVIDE 6" MIN. COVER ON ALL SIDES OF POST CONCRETE ENCASEMENT SCALE: "- '- " ~~ . ~ 0 ~ ~ ~ 0 ~ 0 ~~ 0 I ~0 - ~i0 ,~ ~! , ~ j ~ _ ~ ~ ~ Y~~~G~~~ ~~~~~~ Aesthetic Review The Greens at Tuscawilla Review Order Revised: 1. Rendering of Carriage Homes. Note: Actual colors may vary due to print quality. 2. Front Elevation. Note: two shutters attached to exterior wall giving appearance of "closed" look; for aesthetic purposes only; locations, left and right towers. 3. Rear Elevation 4. Motor Court Elevation. Note: Decorative Niche, not operable fountain to the right of front door entrance. 5. Left Elevation 6. Right Elevation 7. Gutter and Downspout Locations 8. Shutter Size Study 9. Landscape view and fence along Winter Springs Boulevard 10. Entrance Feature with proposed landscaping 11. Entrance Sign /Sign Wall Diagram and Features 12. Fence and Gate Details 13. Fountain for common area 14. Borrow Area Sketch 15. Site Plan 16. Site Plan with landscaping 17. Paint color. Note: please refer to paint swatch, colors vary due to print quality; light to dark colors; light: body color, medium: trim, dark: decorative shutters and garages. 18. Roof tiles. Note: please see roof the samples, will be a blend of all tiles shown. 19. Sample of roof tiles on home in Heathrow. 20. Pavers. Note: please see sample 21. Stucco. Note: Spanish style stucco shown on home for illustration purposes only. Picture l~l~~° BB ~ ~ i i~~~~ il~i~ll I_~~u ~ ~~~ ~ ~, ~ !! °~ THE GREENS AT TUSCAWILLA FRONT ELEVATION ~-- ~~ . GRAPHIC SCALE 4 0 2 4 8 (IN FEET) GRAPHIC SCALE THE GREENS AT TUSCAWILLA a 0 2 4 s REAR ELEVATION (IN FEET) GRAPHIC SCALE THE GREENS AT TUSCAWILLA MOTOR COURT ELEVATION 4 0 2 4 8 (IN FEET) GRAPHIC SCALE THE GREENS AT TUSCAWILLA a o z a e LEFT ELEVATION (IN FEET) GRAPHIC SCALE THE GREENS AT TUSCAWILLA a o 2 a s RIGHT ELEVATION (IN FEET) GREENS AT TUSCAWILLA LOWER ROOF PLAN cr~a~c sca.E GUTTER & DOWNSPOUT LOCA710N5 ~ ~~ ~ ~ E e a~~~n ~, 3 HF- I~ ~i~ -. ~, ~I~' ~31~ j-j~- rvPM.L-~.~+. ~~,rr~ ~' ..:_-~~^k::. SVm-mav:a War-f...`. t~Ci: ~!;~ _j... _:._'i... '~ ;~ S _~ .. .-. ~~..._~i _ .. ~~~a GREENS AT TUSGAWIIIA REAR ELEVATION SHUTTER SIZE STUDY ,- _.,_ , . ,-~,.. ~.~~ -~ - ~~=- z j~ a ~„ ~ _~ ~ ~~? slit:~i,t 1:: ''~ j~~;~ 1 ~~ ~tl~li~ ii# ~1~iu LARGERSRUTTERS GPAPHICSCALE a a t i a oaten Picture Picture Picture Drawing Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture