HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 04 24 Public Hearing Item 204 Vistawilla Office Center
CITY COMMISSION
ITEM 204
Consent
Information
Public Hearing X
Regular
April 24. 2006
Meeting
MGR./DEPT
Authorization
REQUEST: The Community Development Department- Planning Division requests that the
Commission hold a Public Hearing for the Aesthetic Review ofthe Vistawilla Office Center,
located on the south side of SR 434, just west of the Greeneway interchange
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 and aesthetic appropriateness set forth
in Subsection 20-321 (b) (1) of the Town Center Code.
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.
CHRONOLOGY:
March 28. 2005- Mr. Tom Corkery commented during public input on his desire to construct
two class "A" office buildings on property available on the south side of SR 434 and east of the
Hess station.
August 22. 2005- Conceptual Plan approved by the City Commission (relative to the reduced
setback from 50' to 25' along SR 434) for construction of two office buildings totaling 79,000
square feet.
January 4. 2006- The Planning and Zoning Board recommended the Phase I site plan be
approved, subject to conditions.
January 23.2006- The City Commission approved the final engineering/site plan for Phase I
CONSIDERATIONS:
The submittal requirements for aesthetic review are set forth in Section 9-605 and include the
spaces; (c) illustrations of all walls, fences, and other accessory structures and the indication of
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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 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 Vistawilla Office Center will be the first office center adjacent to the City's Greeneway
Interchange zoning district. This area has been targeted as an area for mixed-use
development with higher density residential and commercial enterprises oriented toward
the nexus of the intersection of SR 434 and the Greeneway. As the first office center
adjacent to the Greeneway Interchange zoning district, the Vistawilla Office Center will
serve as a model for future development projects in the area.
Staff has worked diligently with the applicant to incorporate more detail into the exterior
facades of the buildings so that these buildings become an asset to the City as well as a good
model for future Greeneway development. This detailing is necessary to enhance the "tilt-
up" facade construction. In addition, staff has worked with the applicant to modify the
landscape plan to provide a "high end" appearance while still meeting the City's
Comprehensive Plan requirement for 50% native or xeric plant material.
The buildings have been moved closer to the roadway with parking placed behind the
buildings to establish a closer relationship between the buildings and the roadway, without
the usual large parking lot out front. A black granite canopy has been added to the front
and rear building entrances and a small reveal with contrasting color has been added
above the entrance areas for the full height of the building.
(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.
This project is the first office center within the surrounding area and represents a
substantial upgrade from the adjacent commercial properties. This project will serve as a
model for future development within this area and the adjacent Greeneway Interchange
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
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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, roof line,
hardscape improvements, and height or design elements.
As previously mentioned, this project represents the first of its type in the surrounding
area and, as such, should not be compared to the existing nearby commercial sites.
(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.
As previously mentioned, this project represents the first of its type in the surrounding
area and, as such, should not be compared to the existing nearby commercial sites.
(5) 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 appears to adequately address the minimum criteria of the
Comprehensive Plan, the SR 434 New Development Overlay District, and are compatible to
much of the Greenway Interchange Zoning District
(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.
Staff has been working with the applicant to add exterior detailing to the tilt-up
construction. While this type of construction has been used on a wide variety of projects,
including high end office buildings, it must be supplemented with architectural
embellishments to add depth, character, and architectural interest to the buildings. The
applicant has added several items that enhance the building's exterior. These items include
the entranceway detailing and material upgrade, the color differentiation of the entrance,
and the raised parapet sections near the roof of the building. Staff had requested the
addition of a cornice and expression line. Staff is still of the opinion that the addition of at
least one of these elements would greatly enhance the appearance of the buildings.
FINDINGS:
· The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the SR 434 New Development
Overlay zoning district.
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· The proposed building elevations reflect similar detailing to the Concept elevation included in
this agenda packet.
· Phase I engineering and site plan have been approved and initial site work has begun.
· The development will be an asset to the surrounding area and the adjacent Greeneway
Interchange zoning district with the addition of new buildings that include the amenities and
details being proposed. Staff is still supportive ofthe inclusion of either an expression line or a
cornice on the buildings.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff found the Applicant's request for Aesthetic Review, in compliance (except as noted) and
recommends that the Commission provide any guidance the Commission deems appropriate.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Aesthetic Review Package
COMMISSION ACTION:
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Vistawilla Office Center
Submittal for Aesthetic Review
City of Winter Springs Florida
April 24, 2006
Prepared for:
Congressional Home Developers of Florida, Inc.
1491 East S.R. 434, Suite 103
Winter Springs FL 32708
Tel: 407-971-8857
Contact: Thomas J. Corkery
Reynolds, Smith & Hills, Inc.
3670 Maguire Boulevard, Suite 300
Orlando, FL 32803
Tel: 407-893-5800
RS&H
VISTAWILLA OFFICE CENTER
AESTHETIC REVIEW SUBMITTAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. OVERALL SITE PLAN
II. SITE PLAN PHASE I
III. BUILDING RENDERINGS
AND ELEVATIONS
A. 3D RENDERING
B. OVERALL ELEVATION
C. BUILDING ELEVATIONS
D. ACCESSORY STRUCTURES
IV. CUT SHEETS AND
COLOR SAMPLES
V. LANDSCAPE PLANS
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NORTH ELEVATION
EAST ELEVATION
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SOUTH ELEVATION
WEST ELEVATION
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FRONT ELEVATION
DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE
SIDE AND REAR ELEVATION
VISTAWILLA OFFICE CENTER
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PHASE II
TO BE PERMITTED
SEPARATELY
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VISTAWILLA OFFICE CENTER
PHASE 1 BUILDING
3-STORY OFFICE
39,900 S.F.
PHASE 2 BUILDING
3-STORY OFFICE
39,900 S.F.
VISTAWILLA OFFICE CENTER
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EXTERIOR PROJECTS
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LANDSCAPE PLAN
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LANDSCAPE DETAILS