PZC Minutes 052113Town of Avon Planning & Zoning Commission
Meeting Minutes
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AVON Tuesday, May 21St, 2013
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Call to Order
Description: Secretary, Scott Prince, will preside.
II. Roll Call
All Commissioners were present, with the exception of Commissioner Struve.
III. Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, & Secretary
Action: Item was moved to the June 4, 2013 PZC meeting to ensure all Commissioners
would be present.
IV. Additions & Amendments to the Agenda
There were no additions or amendments to the agenda.
V. Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest disclosed.
VI. Design Referral
Property Location: Lot 4, Block 2, Wildridge Subdivision
Property Address: 2830 O'Neal Spur
Applicant/Owner: Mark Donaldson, VMDA / GYO Retirement Plan
Description: The applicant has requested that the application be referred to the PZC for a
design review to ensure the design of the structure is on the correct path. The applicant will
return to the PZC at a future meeting with a complete submittal for a Major Design and
Development Plan review. The PZC should limit their review to design related aspects of the
structure and landscaping.
Discussion: Jared Barnes briefly discussed the process and its similarity to the old Sketch
Design process. He further explained that a full application and Staff Report would occur
with the Major Design and Development Plan application.
Mark Donaldson, VMDA and applicant, presented the application. He highlighted the unique
aspects of the site and the designs encroachment into the sewer easement.
Commissioner dialogue ensued with comments and questions related to the encroachments
into the easement, the application of stone on the rear elevation, the side loading of the
garage, and
Action: No action is necessary as this is a Design Referral
VII. Master Sign Program Amendment — Northside Coffee and Kitchen
Property Location: Lot 67, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision
Property Address: 20 Nottingham Road
Applicant/Owner: Dominic Mauriello, Mauriello Planning Group / Millsmore LLC
Description: The applicant has requested to modify the existing sign program to remove one
sign location and add three new sign locations. The overall signage for the building will be
increased, but the style of signs will remain the same.
Discussion: Jared Barnes presented Staff's report and recommendation.
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Commissioner Minervini asked why this building was considered a multi -tenant building.
Jared Barnes responded that there are two business each with their own license and desire
to have individual business signage.
Commissioner Clancy asked about the allowance for window signage in 25% of contiguous
banks and the intent of the original PZC approval.
Dominic Mauriello, MPG and applicant, made a presentation and answered questions. He
went through each individual sign location and type, and the rationale for the proposed
changes. It was noted that each sign location was intended for a different audience.
Commissioner Clancy asked which of the proposed signs are illuminated and how. Dominic
Mauriello responded that all of the signs are externally illuminated and described each sign's
lighting plan.
Commissioner Hardy asked if the applicant had considered other options as opposed to the
three proposed Northside signs, given their redundancy.
Commissioner Minervini commended the owner for a successful business. He felt that the
window signage should be further restricted as suggested by the applicant.
Commissioner Bonidy's only concern was Sign #6 when originally reviewing the application,
but after the applicant's explanation it was found to be acceptable.
Commissioner Losa agreed with Commissioner Hardy that the two Northside signs to the
south of the building seemed redundant.
Commissioner Clancy was comfortable with the total square footage of signage proposed,
and was in favor of reducing the number of paper signs and/or eliminating the number of
window signs on the south elevation. He questioned whether findings would be warranted
for the sign square footage increase and the second freestanding sign. Jared Barnes stated
that Staff would recommend findings be included with any motion.
Commissioner Hardy was concerned with the redundancy of the Northside signs on the
south side of the building. She did not particularly care for the bulk of the freestanding sign.
Commissioner Prince had concerns with the window signs and enforcement specifically. He
felt that the corner "Peet's" signs could be excessive, but they may help balance the building
signage as mentioned by Commissioner Hardy.
Dominic Mauriello offered the removal of any south facing window signage and the east
elevation window signage be limited to three (3) window signs of four square feet (4 sq. ft.)
each.
Action: Commissioner Minervini moved to approve the MSP with Staff's recommended
condition and the following:
Condition #2: Window signage be modified to state, "no window signage is permitted on the
south facing side of building and window signs on the east elevation be limited to three signs
of four sq. ft. each."
Findings:
1) An increase in square footage is warranted given the orientation of the building.
2) An increase in square footage is also warranted given the substantial decrease in the
permitted window signage.
3) A second ground mounted sign is approved because the PZC finds that this sign, while
not facing the street, is oriented for the pedestrian level and towards the gas pumps. It
also has a specific functionality that is unique to this property.
Second by Commissioner Clancy.
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Commissioner Losa does not find anything unique to this site, given the other properties in
the area and what could happen on neighboring properties. He commented on the precedent
setting nature of this decision.
Commissioner Losa asked the motioner to consider requiring at least 2' setback from the
sidewalk for sign #2 and that it be no taller than 5' above existing grade.
Commissioner Minervini rejected the suggested amendment to the motion.
Commissioner Losa requested that an additional condition be added: "Window signs shall be
limited to first floor."
Commissioners Minervini and Clancy accepted the amendment to the motion. The motion
carried with a 5-1 vote.
VIII. Code Text Amendment - PUBLIC HEARING
Description: Staff has prepared an amendment to Sections 7.28.100(a), Steep Slopes, and
7.32.020(e), Lots, Avon Municipal Code, to amend applicability sections and modify the
standards for development on lots with slopes exceeding thirty percent (30%). This
amendment was initiated by the Town Council.
Discussion: Matt Pielsticker presented the history of the code amendments that have been
initiated by the Town Council. He also presented the code amendments discussing each
section and the code.
Commissioner Minervini discussed the applicability of these sections to recent project that
were reviewed.
Commissioner Bonidy liked the reference to the retaining wall section and discussed the
height of retaining walls with the maximum layback between walls. He further commented
on Section 3, Buildable Area, that the natural hazards could be mitigated therefore shouldn't
be a non-starter for a buildable area.
Public comment was opened and closed due to no one in the audience.
Action: Commissioner Clancy moved to approve Resolution 13-03 as amended during the
discussion. Commissioner Bonidy seconded the motion and it carried 6-0.
The Commission requested that the modifications be made to the code then brought back to
the PZC for their blessing.
IX. Approval of Meeting Minutes
• May 7, 2013 Meeting Minutes
Action: Commissioner Clancy approved the meeting minutes as amended. Commissioner
Minervini seconded the motion and it passed 6-0.
X. Other Business
• Commissioner Training on June 18
XI, Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 prn.
APPROVED on this 4t" Day of June, 2013
SIGN
AK fancy, PZC Ch irperson
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