HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023 04 24 Public Hearing 400 - Ace Hardware Aesthetic ReviewPUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA ITEM 400
CITY COMMISSION AGENDA | APRIL 24, 2023 REGULAR MEETING
TITLE
Ace Hardware Aesthetic Plan Review
SUMMARY
The Community Development Department requests that the City Commission hold a
public hearing for consideration of the Aesthetic Review for the proposed Ace
Hardware located within the Town Center (T5 Transect).
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Commission approve the Aesthetic Review for the
proposed Ace Hardware.
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TITLE
Ace Hardware & Commercial Space | Commercial Development – 23,559sqft Hardware
Store & 3 Commercial Spaces
SUMMARY/UPDATE
The Community Development Department requests that the City Commission hold a
Public Hearing to consider the aesthetics for a proposed Ace Hardware with attached
commercial space located within the Town Center (T5 Transect). The project includes a
23,559sqft hardware store as a permitted use and three vacant tenant spaces of 2,621sqft,
2,187sqft, and 2,323sfqt each. The applicant has only submitted for an aesthetic review –
there is not a formally proposed site plan and there is not a final engineering / site plan
application submitted for this project yet.
General Information
Applicant John McMillan
Property Owner(s) Patti Schoen
Location Northeast corner of Tuskawilla Rd. and Michael Blake
Blvd., just south of the Mobil Gas Station.
Tract Size ±3.58 acres
Parcel ID Number 01-21-30-501-0000-0010
Zoning Designation Town Center (T-C) | T5 Transect | Urban Center Zone
FLUM Designation Town Center District
Adjacent Land Use North: Mobile Gas Station
East: Vacant parcel
South: Michael Blake Blvd.
West: Tuskawilla Road
Development
Permits
Aesthetic Review
Development
Agreement
None
Code Enforcement Not applicable
City Liens Not applicable
PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA
CITY COMMISSION
MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2023 | REGULAR MEETING
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Background Data:
The applicant John McMillan is proposing a 18,882sqft hardware store (Ace Hardware) with
a 6,347sqft covered patio in addition to three commercial spaces 2,621sqft, 2,187sqft, and
2,323sfqt each and one adjoining outdoor patio area for the west most commercial space
within the Town Center. The ±3.58 acre parcel is located north of Michael Blake Boulevard,
south of the Mobile Gas Station, east of Tuscawilla Road, and west of State Road-434. The
property is located in the T5 Transect of the Town Center, where hardware stores are a
permitted use. The applicant has only submitted for an aesthetic review – there is not a
formally proposed site plan and there is not a final engineering / site plan application
submitted for this project yet.
In 1971, Patti Schoen purchased approximately 3.8 acres in Seminole County, Florida. More
specifically, Lots 1 through 4 of Tuskawilla as per the Plat thereof recorded in PB 1 PG 5. At
the time of purchasing, sections of lot 3 and 4 had already been conveyed to
accommodate the right of way for Tusckawilla Road.
In 1989, the Schoen Property annexed to the City of Winter Springs via Ordinance 462 with
a Commercial Future Land Use and C-1 Zoning.
In 1992 and 1998 additional sections of Lots 3 and 4 were conveyed to expand the right of
way width on Tusckawilla Road. The resulting parcels east of Tusckawilla Road create the
subject parcel, whose parcel ID and boundaries have been consolidated to create a single
parcel of approximately 3.58 acres.
The City started planning for the S.R. 434 Corridor and Town Center in 1995 between the
summer of 1995 and early 1997 the City held various planning sessions to better define the
Community goals for the S.R. 434 Corridor and the Town Center.
The Final “Town Center” Overlay District was established in June 9, 1997 (Ordinance 661),
and the City Commission directed City staff to prepare a comprehensive plan amendment
and prepare a zoning change that would be in accordance with the development of the
Town Center.
From 1998 to 2000, City Staff and Planning Consultant Dover-Kohl worked with property
owners on fine-tuning the Master Plan. The City staff completed the necessary
Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Ordinance No. 2000-10 Approved on 4/24/2000) and
development of the Town Center District Code (Ordinance No. 707 Approved on
6/12/2000).As of 6/12/2000 via Ordinance 707, the Schoen Property was re-zoned Town
Center (T-C), T5 Transect and given the Future Land Use designation of Town Center
District. Since then, the property has remained unimproved and in a natural state.
Public Notices:
Public Hearing Notices were mailed to all owners of real property adjacent to and within
approximately five-hundred feet (500) of the subject property and all Homeowner’s
Associations on file with the City Winter Springs (112 notices) on March 24, 2023.
A community workshop is not required for this aesthetic review based upon the criteria
set forth in Sec. 20-29.1(a).
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This aesthetic review application is not required to be bought before the Planning and
Zoning board based upon the criteria set forth in Chapter 20, Article II, Division 1.
Proposed Use:
Although this review is solely for aesthetics, it is worth mentioning the indented and
potential uses of the project as it does have an impact on the architecture. The primary
space, consisting of 18,882sqft of building and a 6,347sqft screened lanai, is proposed to be
a hardware store (Ace Hardware). There are three proposed vacant tenant spaces 2,621sqft,
2,187sqft, and 2,323sfqt each on the west side of the proposed structure. The future tenants
would be required to adhere to Sec. 20-323 that describes the permitted uses in Transect
5 of the Town Center for the property. The western-most commercial space features an
outdoor patio and is intended to be marketed as a space for a restaurant.
Aesthetic Review:
Pursuant to Section 9-603, which sets forth guidelines and minimum standards for
Aesthetic Review packages, staff has utilized the below criteria in Section 9-603 to
determine the following. The attached Aesthetic Review package includes all of the
submittal requirements for aesthetic review as set forth in Section 9-600 through 9-607
and include the following: (a) a site plan; (b) elevations illustration 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.
Aesthetic Review
1. The plans and specifications of the proposed project indicate that the
setting, landscaping, proportions, materials, colors, texture, 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.
Analysis:
The exterior color palette is similar and in harmony with the Winter Springs
Marketplace, the Town Center, and other nearby commercial properties
along SR 434 which will safeguard the surrounding area and the cultural
character of the community. The building’s primary colors are similar to
other buildings in the Winter Springs Marketplace and the accent features
are also of a similar color to those in the Marketplace and the Town Center.
Overall, the architectural intent of the Ace Hardware includes architecture
that is complementary to the styles of architecture in the Marketplace and
the Town Center. The site was developed to encourage pedestrian use and
the proposed development will provide an interconnected system of
sidewalks with the larger system of pedestrian itinerary in mind.
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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.
Analysis:
The proposed design is harmonious with the color scheme, materials, and
character of the Winter Springs Marketplace, the Town Center, and other
nearby commercial properties in the Town Center District. The site layout
registers with interior access with the rest of Winter Springs Marketplace.
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; or
c. Other significant features of design such as, but not limited to: materials,
roof line, hardscape improvements, and height or design elements.
Analysis:
The overall aesthetic of the project provides systemic elements to other
buildings within the Winter Springs Marketplace without being overly
similar. The building’s colors are similar but not identical. The base of the
building utilizes stacked stone, a feature found on several other buildings
nearby which will create a sense of unity without being too overt. The
proposed design shares the appropriate scale and design intent of the
Winter Springs Marketplace and Town Center.
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.
Analysis:
The proposed project enhances the character and overall aesthetics of the
surrounding area. Design features incorporated into the Ace Hardware
project, such as the modern facade and muted color palette, make it
similar but not identical to other buildings in the area. It is systemically
harmonious.
5. The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the intent and
purpose of this article, the Comprehensive Plan for Winter Springs, design
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criteria adopted by the city (e.g. Towne Center guidelines, SR 434 design
specifications) and other applicable federal, state or local laws.
Analysis:
The proposed development is consistent and compatible with the intent
and purpose of this article, designed to enhance the Town Center district.
This project is also compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and the SR 434
Corridor Vision.
6. The proposed project has incorporated significant architectural
enhancements such as concrete masonry units with stucco, wrought iron,
columns and piers, porches, arches, planting areas, display windows, and
other distinctive design detailing and promoting the character of the
community.
Analysis:
The proposed development is designed to contribute to the quality
architectural styles that are typical with recently approved developments
within the Town Center. Ace Hardware includes a faux second story, keeping
in line with buildings in the adjacent Town Center District. The exterior
provides series of straight lines which continues the existing rhythm across
the façade of the building while breaking up a monolithic façade to provide
the smaller scale as demonstrated and intended in the Town Center.
Significant design features include architectural stacked stone, wood-look
exterior wall panels contrasting stucco, and warm-neutral paint colors
similar to nearby uses.
Procedural History:
Procedural History:
July 22, 2022 Pre-Application Meeting for Sutton Crossings (Equinox)
December 20, 2022 Aesthetic Review (AR 2022) | Submittal Date
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the City Commission approve the Aesthetic Review for the
proposed Ace Hardware.
Attachments:
1. AR2022 Ace Hardware Aesthetic Review Application
2. AR2022 Ace Hardware Floorplan
3. AR2022 Ace Hardware Renderings and Elevations
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MFR -CULTURED STONE
STYLE -RIVER ROCK
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SCORED EIFS
COLOR -SW AESTHETIC WHITE
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STUCCO
COLOR -SW AGREEABLE GRAY
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STUCCO
COLOR -SW ALABASTER
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METAL TRUSS
COLOR-SW NIGHT OUT
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ANTI-CLIMB FENCE
COLOR -FACTORY BLACK
WITH PRIVACY SCREEN -
FACTORY BLACK
PROJECT: ACE HARDWARE WINTER SPRINGSDRAWING NAME: CONCEPT 09 - FLOOR PLANDATE:04/03/2023SQUARE FOOTAGE: 17,212 BUILDING + 6,347 GARDEN = 23,559123456791026'-2 3/4"21'-8 3/4"21'-8 1/2"26'-2 1/4"21'-8 3/4"37'-6"35'-6"26'-2 1/2"26'-2 1/4"ABCDE21'-3"21'-3"21'-3"21'-3"OUTDOOR COVEREDAREASHOP AREA880 SFOFFICE198 SF2 OCCUPANTSMALE RESTROOMFEMALE RESTROOMSALES AREA8,843 SF6,347 SF TOTALOUTDOOR SPACE106 OCCUPANTS25'-8"32'-2 1/2"85'-0"200'-0"72'-6"LEASE SUITE2,187 SF11LEASE SUITE2,323 SF830'-0"LEASE SUITE2,621 SFACE HARDWAREBUILDING GROSS10,039 SF61