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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 04 24 Public Hearing Item 202 Colonial Bank Aesthetic Review COMMISSION AGENDA April 24, 2006 Meeting Consent Informational Public Hearing X Regular ITEM 202 MGR./DEPT Authorization REQUEST: The Community Development Department- Planning Division requests the City Commission hold a Public Hearing for the Aesthetic Review for the Colonial Bank located on the southwest comer ofSR 434 and Vistawilla Drive, on Lot 3 (out-parcel No.1) of Tuscawilla Tract 15-Parcell-C (former Kash 'n Karry shopping center, now Metro Church). PURPOSE: 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 LAW AND PUBLIC POLICY: Ordinance 2003-43, Aesthetic Review Standards, City of Winter Springs Section 9-601. Approval prerequisite for permits. Section 9-605. Submittal requirements. City of Winter Springs Code of Ordinances Section 20-470 (2) Ground Mounted Single Tenant Identification Sign and Section 20-470 (4) Building Mounted Single Tenant Identification Sign Settlement Agreement on the Tuscawilla PUD between the City and Florida Country Clubs Inc Developer's Agreement on Tuscawilla Tract 15 Parcel I-C between Robert Yeager and Zimmer Development Company, recorded Jan 14, 1999 in Book 3574, Page 0532 CHRONOLOGY: March 13. 2006-Final Engineering Approved CONSIDERATIONS: The building is located in the center of the out-parcel site, with vehicular circulation and parking enveloping it. The arched entryway which faces SR 434 is flanked with columns, wall sconces and planters. Parking is screened from SR 434 (as required by Code) and the building includes a nice mix of foundation plantings and trees. Drive through aisles are located at the rear of the building April 24, 2006 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 202 Page 2 of 4 (as required by Code). A cross access easement to the site is from vehicular drives within the former Kash 'n Karry site which tie into both Vistawailla Drive and SR 434 . 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 (f) 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 ofthe 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 building is to be constructed of concrete block with a stucco finish. The stucco will be scored to create a horizontal banding which will be highlighted by a color palette that utilizes three color tones, Benjamin Moore #1039 Stonehouse, #1037 Muslin, and #09 Brilliant White. The horizontal banding is intended to replicate the look of stone. The recess is painted with the darker color (Stonehouse) to emulate stone banding. The building includes an arched entrance which extends forward from the rest of the building. This is also the tallest portion of the building. The remainder of the building steps back from the street, resulting in good fenestration and in a varied roof line. Columns are also repeated on the rear of the building, at the drive through. The windows have a gray tint and are square with four panels. Windows are slightly recessed, to help make the walls appear more like stone. Wall sconces have been added on each side of the columned entryway along with large planters. The roof is an architectural grade shingle, color "Stormy Night". The dumpster enclosure will be constructed of concrete block, faced with stucco and painted to match the building. The monument signage is regulated by a previous Development Agreement, which requires consistency between the style and height of the signage on the former Kash 'n Karry site. The proposed signage meets this criteria and will include the street address. (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. The new one-story Seminole Trail Animal Hospital located on the southern out-parcel is proposing similar neutral colors also on a stucco building, with a dark asphalt shingle roof. The Vistawilla Office to the east of the site has received its Final Engineering approval and is currently under construction, however, has not yet received its Aesthetic Review approval. April 24, 2006 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 202 Page 3 of 4 (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 (500) 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, roofline, hardscape improvements, and height or design elements. The proposed building does not appear excessively similar or dissimilar to the other buildings. The former Kash n' Karry building is under renovation for use by the Metro Church. The building facade is being repainted with a four color palette which will include a blend of warm earth tone colors. The main entrance will be a ginger color and the existing awnings are to be repainted in a pale sunburst. The bank will blend in well with its neutral color palette, as its proposed colors are very similar to the two lightest colors being utilized by the church. In contrast to the shopping center fac;ade, the Bank has a hipped roof with a prefinished stucco crown trim under the eave to give the roofline definition. The bank's logo is incorporated into the building's architecture as an embossed logo and is located above the arched entryway on the front of the building and on the rear of the building between the columns. (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 building has an attractive classical design and includes design features and detailing that accentuate the building. (5) The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the intent and purpose ofthis 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 Colonial Bank aesthetic package meets the requirements of the city's design criteria as specified in the Code. (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 is attractive and will be an asset to the community, given the architectural April 24, 2006 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 202 Page 4 of 4 enhancements already mentioned. However, a Modification to the Development Agreement is required to address the following signage deviations from the Code: 1- The location of the Monument sign. The location in the current Developer's Agreement conflicts with the turn lane that will be installed. (Also, the landscape plan will need to be slightly modified to accommodate the new sign location.) 2- The height of the building signage. The Code restricts the height of building signage to fourteen (14) feet in (Section 20-470 (4)d) and the height indicated on the elevation is nineteen feet three and seven-eighths inches (19'-3 7/8"). The existing Yeager Zimmer Development Agreement describes a height variance allowed for the Kash n' Karry buildings, but does not include this out parcel in the variance. Code restricts the height of building signage to fourteen (14) feet in Code Section 20-470 (4)d. 3- The embossed logo on the front and rear of the building. It is depicted at 48" and the Code states a maximum height for both text and logos to be 24". The Development Agreement indicates that the embossed logos are not to be included in the maximum copy area allowed (16 SF) for the building under Code Section 20-470 (4)f. The parcel is on a corner and the Code indicates that under special circumstances (such as parcels on corner lots), additional signs may be approved [Section 20-470 (5)] and the logo is incorporated into the architecture of the building. FINDINGS: · The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the SR 434 design specifications except as noted. These are to be addressed in a future Modification to the Development Agreement. · The new building will utilize colors and materials that complement the adjacent neighborhood and former Kash 'n Karry site. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff review found the applicant's request for Aesthetic Review in compliance and recommends Approval of the Aesthetic Review package subject to the signage deviations being addressed in a future Development Agreement. ATTACHMENTS: A. Aesthetic Review Package COMMISSION ACTION: COLONIAL BANK FRONT ELEVATION (NORTH) SIDE ELEVATION (EAST) WINTER SPRINGS OFFICE COLONIAL BANK WINTER SPRINGS OFFICE REAR ELEVATION (SOUTH) COLONIAL BANK WINTER SPRINGS OFFICE 1495 COLONIAL BANK RIGHT SIDE REAR FRONT DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE MONUMENT SIGN LANDSCAPE PLANS FOR COLONIAL BANK