Posted by TOWN OF GILBERT DESIGN REVIEW BOARD, SPECIAL MEETING
90 E. CIVIC CENTER DRIVE, GILBERT, ARIZONA
JUNE 12, 2003
BOARD PRESENT: Chairman Darrell Truitt, Vice Chairman Gary Petterson, Board Member Bob Deardorff, Board Member Jacquelyn Cole, Board Member David Gibson, Board Member Chris Lindahl, Board Member Thomas Bohlen
STAFF PRESENT: Planning Manager Maria Cadavid, Planning Manager Linda Edwards, Senior Planner Jim Cronk, Senior Planner Mike Milillo, Senior Planner Joseph Moon, Planner Jill Johanneck, Planner Matt Everling, Planner Jason Sanks
ALSO PRESENT: Traffic Engineer Bruce Ward, Council Member Dave Petersen, Recorder Wendy Rocco
I N D E X
PLANNER CASE PAGE VOTE
CONSENT DR01-121 2 APPROVED
CONSENT DR03-25 2 APPROVED
CONSENT DR97-80 3 APPROVED
CONSENT DR03-7 3 APPROVED
CONSENT DR02-110 3 APPROVED
MS. JOHANNECK DR03-29 5 APPROVED
MR. MILILLO DR03-28 6 APPROVED
MR. CRONK DR03-24 7 APPROVED
MS. CADAVID DR03-22 10 APPROVED
MS. CADAVID DR02-82 11 APPROVED
MS. EDWARDS DR03-45 12 APPROVED
MS. EDWARDS DR03-32 4 APPROVED
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CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Darrell Truitt called the meeting to order at 5:34 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Recorder Wendy Rocco called roll and a quorum was determined to be present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Chairman Darrell Truitt announced that the agenda needed to be revise by pulling DR03-29 and DR03-28 off the consent items and put them on the public hearing.
Chairman Darrell Truitt requested a motion to approve the agenda.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Gary Petterson, seconded by Board Member David Gibson to approve the agenda as modified adding DR03-29 and DR03-28 to the public hearing.
Motion Carried 6-0.
COMMUNICATION FROM CITIZENS
Chairman Darrell Truitt announced that at that time members of the public may comment on items not on the agenda. He stated that the Boards response was limited to responding to criticism, asking staff to review a matter commented upon or asking that the matter be put on a future agenda. He asked if anyone would like to speak. He reminded the audience that they needed to fill out a yellow slip if they wanted to speak during that time or regarding any of the items on the public hearing.
No one came forward.
CONSENT ITEMS
Chairman Darrell Truitt read through the consent items.
A motion was made by Board Member Jacquelyn Cole, seconded by Board Member Gibson to approve the consent items, subject to staff stipulations.
Motion Carried 7-0.
Minutes - Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of May 15, 2003.
DR01-121 - Approval of a comprehensive sign package for the Arizona Farm Bureau, located south of the southeast corner of Elliot and Higley Roads, subject to conditions.
Approval of DR01-121, comprehensive sign package for Arizona Farm Bureau, subject to the following conditions:
1. The sign package shall be permitted per exhibits approved at the public meeting of June 12, 2003.
DR03-25 - Approval of a comprehensive sign package for Elliot Road Group LLC at 1720 W. Elliot Road, subject to conditions.
Approval of DR03-25, comprehensive sign package for Elliot Road Group LLC at 1720 W. Elliot Road, subject to the following conditions:
1. The sign package shall be permitted per Exhibit 2 and color renderings approved at the public meeting of June 12, 2003.
2. Signage shall not be internally illuminated.
DR97-80 - Amendment to the Heritage Court Building Sign Package, located at 207 North Gilbert Road. The property is zoned C-2.
Approval for DR97-80, the revised sign package for Heritage Court, located at 207 North Gilbert Road, subject to the following conditions:
1. The sign shall be permitted per the attached exhibits approved at the Public Hearing meeting held June 12, 2003
2. Prior to installation or pulling of sign permits, there shall be an Encroachment Permit obtained by the applicant, as drafted and approved by the Town Attorney
DR03-7 - Approval of final site plan, landscaping, grading, building elevations, lighting and conceptual signage for a CVS/Pharmacy proposed at the NWC of Higley and Pecos Roads and approval of the preliminary site plan for the remainder of the commercial acreage.
Approval of DR03-7, for the CVS/Pharmacy on the NWC of Higley and Pecos Roads with the following conditions:
1. Construction of the project shall conform to the Exhibits approved by the Design Review Board at the June 12, 2003 public hearing.
2. At the time of construction document submittal, the site plan shall include Town of Gilbert Standard Commercial and Industrial Site Plan notes.
3. The parking lot pole light fixtures shall be the flat glass lens style.
DR02-110 - Approval of (8) eight standard plans, Plans I-1, I-2, I-3, I-4, II-1, II-2, II-3 and II-4 proposed for La Aldea, located ¼ mile south of the southwest corner of Power and Guadalupe Roads and is zoned (R-CH) Single-family, Cluster Home.
Approval of DR02-110 La Aldea (8) eight standard plans I-1, I-2, I-3, I-4, II-1, II-2, II-3 and II-4, subject to the following conditions:
1. All standard plans shall meet requirements set forth in the Resolution of the Design Review Board adopting standard residential house plan conditions approved on December 14, 2000.
2. All standard plan elevations shall be built per exhibits approved by the Design Review Board as presented at the public hearing of June 12, 2003 subject to staff stipulations.
3. Product I (I-1, I-2, I-3, I-4) is approved for 216 lots, lots 1 through 216 and Product II (II-1, II-2, II-3, II-4) is approved for 136 lots, lots 217 through 352 within the La Aldea development. Any two or more additional standard plans or major revisions to the approved plans shall require review and approval by the Design Review Board prior to the issuance of a building permit.
4. All standard plans shall adhere to the requirements stipulated by Ordinance No. 1453 in rezoning case Z02-23.
5. Prior to review and approval of construction documents, the following elevations shall be revised to wrap stucco, stone or brick wainscoting to a natural stopping point: Plan I-1 Italianate left, Plan I-4 Spanish left, Plan I-4 Monterey left and right, Plan II-4 all left elevations.
6. Prior to review and approval of construction documents, elevations shall be revised to provide three pop out designs for each plan. Designs shall be provided on front, sides and rear elevations.
7. Prior to review and approval of construction documents, elevations shall be revised to provide three garage door styles for each floor plan.
8. Prior to review and approval of construction documents, color renderings of all elevations (front, sides and rear) in each architectural style shall be provided to the Planning and Zoning Department. Said exhibits shall include dimensions, note materials and be in 24 x 36 format.
9. Prior to review and approval of construction documents, a revised lot fit analysis shall be provided to the Planning and Zoning Department. The analysis shall consider setbacks and lot coverage requirements. Every plan in the series shall be included in the analysis and for each lot Y or N (or another acceptable identification) shall indicate the fit.
DR03 - 32 - Approval of (16) sixteen standard plans, Plans 4001, 4002, 4004, 4006, 4007, 4008, 4503, 4504, 4509, 5002, 5007, 5501, 5504, 5507, 5508 and 5516 proposed by Standard Pacific Homes within the Country Shadows subdivision located at the northwest corner of Riggs and Higley Roads and is zoned R1-6 and R1-7 (Single Family Residential).
Approval of DR03-32 Standard Pacific Homes at Country Shadows (16) sixteen standard plans, Plans 4001, 4002, 4004, 4006, 4007, 4008, 4503, 4504, 4509, 5002, 5007, 5501, 5504, 5507, 5508 and 5516, subject to the following conditions:
1. All standard plans shall meet requirements set forth in the Resolution of the Design Review Board adopting standard residential house plan conditions approved on December 14, 2000.
2. All standard plan elevations shall be built per exhibits approved by the Design Review Board as presented at the public meeting of June 12, 2003 subject to staff stipulations.
3. Except where identified as no or blank in the approved lot fit analysis, Plans 4001and 4002 are approved for 127 lots (lots 180 306), Plans 4004, 4006, 4007 and 4008 are approved for 207 lots (lots 100 306), Plans 4503, 4504 and 4509 are approved for 81 lots (100 180), and Plans 5002, 5007, 5501, 5504, 5507, 5508, and 5516 are approved for 99 lots (lots 1 99) within Country Shadows. Any two or more additional standard plans or major revisions to the approved plans shall require review and approval by the Design Review Board prior to the issuance of a building permit.
4. All standard plans shall adhere to the requirements stipulated by Ordinance No. 1402 in rezoning case Z01-34.
5. Elevations 4509 C and 5002 D shall be revised to bring the stone veneer to the ground. Revisions shall be included in the construction documents when submitted for review and approval.
6. A courtyard wall shall be added and noted on elevation 4007 B. Revisions shall be included in the construction documents when submitted for review and approval.
7. The following rear elevation revisions shall be addressed and included in the construction documents when submitted for review and approval:
4008 C shall be revised to match the roof design of the front elevation.
4002 E shall be revised to provide a gable roof with tile filigree at the rear patio, as discussed with the applicant.
8. Roof tile colors shall be revised to provide more variation. Revisions shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval prior to construction document submittal.
PUBLIC HEARING
DR03-29 - Approval of the open space and landscape plan, wall design and amenity package for Power Ranch Neighborhood No. 7, located west of Power Road at Germann Road and Ranch House Parkway.
Planner Jill Johanneck stated that staff is very supportive of this project. She noted that on the previous staff report it stated a 12/11/02 approval date. The correct approval date is 1/23/03. She also noted that the Neighborhood 7 side yard tract should state 9 acres. She pointed out the side yard tracts are not considered part of the landscape requirement. Another correction noted was the report stated there were 40 play stations provided. She informed the Board that the project has 113 play stations, over the amount that is required. She explained that that the volleyball uses in the open space have been changed to horseshoe pits, a less water intense use. She commented that prior to the writing of the initial staff report a lighting detailed had not been provided by the applicant. She added that the applicant recently submitted a lighting detail and it was determined the lighting met code requirements. She recommended that the elimination of stipulation two as a result of the applicant providing additional exhibits.
Board Member Bob Deardorff questioned if stipulation one should also be eliminated.
Planner Jill Johanneck replied that the applicant has agreed to eliminate the brittle burch.
Applicant Shawn Walters came forward to ask if the Board needed any clarification on the recommended changes and entry monumentation. He mentioned that the entry monumentation has been scaled down from what was previously submitted by simplifying the series of columns. He noted that the entry feature would be located at three separate locations. He also mentioned of the intent to modify some of the detailing on the north perimeter wall, north of Germann in Neighborhoods 7-11.
Chairman Darrell Truitt asked the applicant if the exhibit shown addressed stipulation 3.
Board Member Deardorff said he did not see on the exhibit the revised signage.
Chairman Darrell Truitt asked if there was anyone from the public wishing to speak. No one came forward. He requested a motion.
A motion was made by Board Member Chris Lindahl, seconded by Board Member David Gibson to approve DR03-29, subject to staff stipulations.
Motion Carried 7-0.
Approval of the Open Space program for Neighborhood No. 7 of Power Ranch, subject to the following conditions being met prior to approval of construction documents:
1. Submit a revised Landscaping Plan Indicating the following:
a. Please use theme shrubs only in landscaped areas, which exhibit no possible sight visibility conflicts, such as within the medians or between street curbs and the sidewalk area.
b. Show and provide landscape next to lot 276 within Tract U .
c. Consider using Chinese Pistache (Pistachia Chinensis) as a possible alternative theme tree Acacia Salicina. Utilizing Red Push Pistache.
d. Use limited quantities of the Freemont Cottonwood. When used, plant them in the lower areas of the retention basins as they are high water use.
e. Use only the dwarf variety of Myoporum.
f. Show all ADA rubberized Tot Lot surfacing on the construction documents.
g. Provide the color and size of the decomposed granite on the construction documents.
2. Provide lighting detail for ramadas.
3. Provide detail of entry/monument signage.
DR03-28 - Approval of the final site plan, landscaping, preliminary grading and drainage, lighting, building elevations, and design guidelines for an Eckerd drug store and future church proposed at the southeast corner of McQueen and Guadalupe Roads. The site is zoned (PSC-1), Planned Neighborhood Shopping Center with a PAD Overlay.
Senior Planner Mike Milillo stated that this is a phased project and that the project was presented at last months working session. He noted that the applicant made changes to the landscaping and elevations. He mentioned that the two neighbors he had spoken to did not have a concern with the Eckerd Drugstore but did have a concern with the larger site that includes a future Phase 2 for the church. He noted that Eckerd Drugstore would include a drive through and a driveway off of McQueen and Guadalupe Roads. He explained that the loading zone area had been reduced and that planters and additional foundation landscaping were added. He explained that staff suggested design guidelines be developed so the church would have architecture and a theme similar to the drugstore. He stated that the design guidelines being approved showed items such as cultured stone, corrugated metal and tile roofing. Staff is requesting that the Board approve the design guidelines in addition to the landscape plan and building elevations for the drugstore. He mentioned in discussion with the neighbors a major concern was Juniper Road improvements. He noted that the Playa del Ray subdivision is south of the property and that Juniper provides access to the neighborhood.
Chairman Darrell Truitt mentioned he would like to see elevations and compare to the design guidelines. He pointed out that the graphics show for the drugstores north and west elevations were two different stucco colors. He clarified that the applicant is requesting site plan and architectural approval for the Eckerd Drugstore and design guideline approval for the architectural elements for the phase 2. He told that Board what they are not approving is the overall site plan and the use of the property.
Senior Planner Mike Milillo stated the use is permitted in the PSC-1 zoning district. He added that retail uses would be permitted on the site.
Jim Hayden, 1528 West Laurel Avenue, came forward is stated he is a resident of the Playa del Rey community. He commended staff for taking the time to explain what is being proposed on the site. He questioned why the neighbors received a plan for the entire site. He mentioned that the community is concern with traffic congestion along Juniper Road. He also was concerned about the 750 parking spaces shown on the site plan mailed to the neighbors.
Chairman Darrell Truitt stated that the Board would not be approving a site plan for the phase 2 until the use is submitted and goes through site plan approval. He mentioned that this site has commercial zoning and that a church is a permitted use as is a Safeway or similar use. He added that the Board would be concentrating on the Eckerd Drugstore site plan and not on the sketched church site.
Jim Hayden presented to the Board an exhibit showing Playa del Ray neighbor concerns.
Chairman Darrell Truitt reiterated that the Board is not approving the use but will be looking at the aesthetics and quality of design. He stated that Mr. Haydens questions are more policy oriented and would have been addressed when the property was zoned. He directed Mr. Hayden to address the Town Council with his concerns regarding streets and drainage problems. He added the applicant would be able to submit for construction permits if the Board approved the project. He directed the applicant to attend future meetings that would address Phase II entry and accesses when the developer submits.
Chairman Darrell Truitt requested a motion.
A motion was made by Board Member Gibson, seconded by Board Member Petterson to approve DR03-29, final site plan, landscaping, preliminary grading and drainage, lighting, building elevations, and design guidelines for an Eckerd drug store and future church subject to staff stipulations.
Motion Carried 7-0.
Approval for DR03-28, the final site plan, landscaping, preliminary grading and drainage, lighting, building elevations, and design guidelines for an Eckerd drug store and future church subject to the following conditions:
1. Construction of the project shall conform to the exhibits presented and conditions stipulated by the Design Review Board at the June 12, 2003 public hearing.
2. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit for Planning Department approval:
a. a revised site plan showing that the approved finish for the low walls will apply to the interior as well as the exterior of these walls.
b. lighting cut sheets for wall and pole mounted fixtures that compliment the rural rustic architectural theme of the building. The pole mounted lighting shall be limited to 25 in height.
3. At the time of construction document submittal, the site plan shall include Town of Gilbert standard commercial and industrial site plan notes.
4. All Thematic Architectural Elements (illustrative guidelines for materials, forms and details) noted in the attachment presented to the Design Review Board on June 12, 2003, are approved for use on the next phase of development.
DR03-24 - Approval of site plan for a Wal-Mart and Sams Club to be located on the SWC of Williams Field Road and the future Santan Freeway. The 34-acre site is zoned General Commercial (C-2) with a PAD Overlay District. This site is just south of the location of the future WESTCOR mall.
Senior Planner Jim Cronk sated that the property is zoned C-2. He informed the Board that changes had been made since going before the Board in working session. He clarified that the site plan is before the Board for approval and that the architecture would go before the Board at next months meetings. He stated that the overall commercial area is over 500 acres and that this is the first section of what also include the future Wescor mall. He explained that the total square footage for the two buildings would be 341,900 s.f. He stated that quite a few changes have been made since the working session resulting in a much better site plan. He mentioned that a 6-8 wall has been added and are located along the eastern boundary near the freeway. He also mentioned that a 12 screen wall was added in front of the loading docks and pavers for all the entrances. In addition, the canoe feature was modified and drive isle was extended to better manage the flow of traffic. He mentioned that the sidewalk widths in front of the Sams club and in front of Wal Mart were widened to a minimum of 11. He mentioned that the parking spaces that previously backed into the main isle were eliminated, trees were added to the front of both buildings along with a bench shaded area. Other changes included adding an 8 screen wall near the tire shop.
Chairman Darrell Truitt asked if Williams Field went under or over the freeway.
Senior Planner Jim Cronk stated Williams Field went over the freeway. He explained that the screen wall along the freeway varies from 6-8. He showed a preliminary plan for the eastern wall along the freeway. He stated it needs to be decorative on the freeway side. He explained that staff would ask for approval of the wall at the architectural hearing next month. He explained that the site is over parked by 283 spaces. He added that there have been three use permits approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission for the site uses include a tire lube center, tire mounting center and gas station. He added that the signage would go before the Board next month. He added that sign criteria are being reviewed to see if it was approved with the PAD. If so, then a PAD amendment may be required. He noted that the PAD allowed 30 parking light poles. He mentioned that staff is recommending that a flat glass lens be used versus a convex lens. He pointed out that to the south, west and north is commercial and that no residential area is in proximity to this site. He added that staff has recommended a number of specific changes to the landscape package that are covered in the recommended conditions. He explained that on the original site plan the two sidewalks coming from the parking fields near Wal Mart did not extend. He added that one of staff conditions includes the sidewalks be extended to the end of the parking field. He advised that the pedestrian connections were. He then handed out an amended condition sheet that reflected the deletion of condition six on the basis the applicant had extended the sidewalk.
Chairman Darrell Truitt asked staff if the pedestrian connections were addressed and met staffs satisfactions.
Senior Planner Jim Cronk stated that the overall site plan met staffs satisfaction since the sidewalks were extended and there was a connection between the two stores.
Senior Planner Jim Cronk added that many of the architectural conditions have been met. He explained that it was staffs suggestion to pull the sidewalk out and delete some parking spaces to make the site more pedestrian friendly. He noted that staff did not add a condition in the staff report to further meander the main drive aisle in front of the store.
Board Member Deardorff mentioned that the straight, long main drive aisle concern was discussed at work session, as was the same concern with the Vestar project 1,100 straight driveway.
Senior Planner Jim Cronk mentioned that the loss of parking spaces near the garden center and the addition of trees achieved breaking up the long drive into four sections.
The applicant, Sean Lake, 10 West Main Street, Mesa, commented that he would agree to break up the length between the two entrance points by pulling it out approximately 10. He added that he would work with staff before the next Design Review Board meeting. He added that elevations would be mailed to the Board Members.
Senior Planner Jim Cronk agreed that the issues of hardscape and foliage should be discussed at the next meeting. He noted that a condition should be added to state between the two Wal Mart doorways, the drive-aisle shall be relocated about 10 to the west and a second row of trees be added in front of the store.
Chairman Darrell Truitt: suggested that the Board preview the elevations after the meeting. He called for a motion.
A motion was made by Board Member Deardorff, seconded by Board Member David Gibson, to approved DR03-24, subject to staff stipulations, adding stipulation 10 to state that hardscape and landscape plans are to be review at the next Design Review Board meeting and that the driveways between the two Wal Mart entries be moved to the west approximately 10 in order to create a less straight shot driveway and that the landscaping be revised to stagger trees.
Motion Carried 7-0.
Approval of the final site plan and landscaping plan for Wal-Mart and Sams Club on part of Parcel F within the San Tan Village Marketplace development (DR03-24) subject to the following conditions:
1. Construction of the project shall conform to the Exhibits approved by the Design Review Board at the June 12, 2003 public hearing.
2. At the time of construction document submittal, the site plan shall include Town of Gilbert standard commercial and industrial site plan notes.
3. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, the applicant shall submit for Planning Dept. approval: the decorative design for the 8/6 wall on the eastern property line.
4. Prior to issuance of any building permits, the applicant shall submit for Planning Dept. approval a revised Landscape Plan showing:
a. The Ironwood trees shall be 36 box in size.
b. The Evergreen Bird of Paradise trees shall be 24 box in size.
c. The trees planted in front of each store shall include a mixture of 6 Date Palms (15 trunk height) and 6 Heritage Live Oaks (36 box).
d. The rock ground cover and the granite rip-rap shall be brown in color.
e. The treed planter box in the two seating areas shall be doubled in size with an added Palo Verde (36 box) in each planter for additional shade and seating areas.
f. The sidewalk connecting the two stores shall have two shade trees in each planting island on both sides of the walkway.
5. The improvements to Williams Field Road and Market Street, the traffic lights associated with this site plan and all improvements within the right-of-way shall be completed prior to the issuance of any certificates of occupancy.
6. The two sidewalks aligning with the two northern access points to Market Street shall be extended to the western edge of the parking area.
7. Sewer line buy-ins are required for down stream facilities.
8. Retention basins are limited to a depth of 3.5 feet.
9. The light fixtures in the parking area shall use the flat glass lens.
10. Hardscape and landscape plans are to be reviewed at the next Design Review Board meeting and that the drive aisles between the two Wal-Mart doorways be moved to the west approximately 10 in order to create a less straight shot driveway and that the landscaping be revised to stagger trees.
DR03-22 Approval of the final site plan, grading and drainage, foundation landscaping, elevations and conceptual signage for pad A, Fox and Hound smoke house and tavern in the Shoppes at Gilbert Commons. The site is located west of the southwest corner of Cooper and Baseline roads and is zoned (C-2) General Commercial.
Planning Manager Maria Cadavid noted that this is the last pad on the westernmost end of the shopping center facing Baseline Road. She added that the pad is 8800 s.f. She noted the applicant has addressed all of the items discussed in the working session including widening the sidewalk widths to 4 with a 2 overhang to the south of the building, added pedestrian access from Baseline Road to the building entrance and created an outdoor space. She noted that the rest of the center has good quality of hardscape and landscaping design. She noted there is a stipulation that addresses increasing space between the building and the dining area and also to increase the foundation landscaping to a minimum of 6. She showed Pad B elevations that the Board approved in April as a reference for the foundation landscaping and hardscape. She noted that signage is very minimal and meets code requirements. She added that lighting is noted on the elevation and that the colors proposed constitute of a rich palette. She explained that there were minor adjustments to the landscape palette that neeed to be revised and is conditioned.
Board Member Lindahl said that the parking stalls were not clear on the reduced copy of the site plan.
Planning Manager Maria Cadavid stated that parking is above what code requires. She added that Kohls has placed restrictions on the pads to have 1 space per 100 s.f. She noted that there is an agreement for access and overflow parking in place for the entire center.
The applicant, Jesse Macias, 6991 East Camelback Road, explained that there has been some pressures from Fox and Hound requiring extra parking. He noted that prior concerns such including Baseline Road access and the ramada/rotunda have been met. He explained the reason Kohls requires restaurant out lots to have 10 parking spaces per 1000 s.f. He noted that a trellis, bougainvilleas and planters were added.
Chairman Darrell Truitt: notes that this is a nice and interesting project with good landscaping on 3 sides of the project.
Vice Chairman Petterson recommended to use Double Bougainvilleas as they do not litter as much.
Chairman Darrell Truitt requested a motion.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Petterson, seconded by Board Member Lindahl to approve DR03-22, subject to Staff stipulations; striking stipulation 2a and adding stipulation 5 to state that Double Bougainvilleas Tahitians be installed in place of Bougainvillea Barbara Karst.
Motion Carried 7-0.
Approval of the final site plan, landscaping, grading and drainage, elevations, colors and materials, lighting, and conceptual signage for pad A (Fox and Hound smokehouse and tavern) within the Shoppes at Gilbert Commons (DR03-22) subject to the following conditions:
1. Construction of the project shall conform to the exhibits approved by the Design Review Board at the June 12, 2003 public hearing and shall be subject to the approval of the Use Permit (UP03-7) by the Planning Commission.
2. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit for Planning Department approval:
a. A revised site plan showing the width of the transition/landscape area to the south of the building widened from 2-2 to 6.
b. A revised landscape plan showing the following revisions:
i. Trees in the landscaping area to the west of the building should be replaced with Sissoo trees 24 box in size.
ii. Parking lot trees in the diamond planters shall be Evergreen elms 24 box in size.
iii. The base of the Washingtonian robustas shall be planted with 15 gal. Mediterranean fan palms, in addition to the ground covers proposed, and;
iv. The area between the screening wall and the parking spaces facing Baseline road should incorporate vegetation per plans approved for the center.
3. The wall sign proposed shall be permitted through the building department under a separate permit and shall conform to the placement, distribution and dimensions noted on the elevations approved by the Design Review Board.
4. At the time of construction document submittal, the site plan shall include Town of Gilbert standard commercial and industrial site plan notes
5. Install Double Bouganvilla Tahitians
DR02 82 - Reconsideration of conditions 4 and 5 imposed on the elevations design for this project. The Subject site is (I-2) Light Industry with Planned Overlay Zoning (PAD).
Planning Manager Maria Cadavid stated that this project was on last months agenda as a consent item. She explained that the applicant was not aware that he could move it from the consent agenda for further discussion. She pointed out that it is an industrial bldg in the middle of Fiesta Ranch Commerce Park; She noted that staff recommended approval subject to a few conditions that addressed the elevations. She explained that the applicant wanted the opportunity to present his argument regarding stipulations 4 and 5. She added that the project is two buildings (office and warehouse). She explained that staff, based on the Boards recommendations in the past, recommended approval of downspouts when they have been architecturally treated and integrated into the design of the building. She further explained that there was a stipulation to require the downspouts visible to the street and the portion of the building that is outside of the screen wall and visible to the parking lot be framed by masonry design that is compatible with the architectural composition of the building.
Applicant Robert Hansen, 1930 East Brown Road, Mesa, representing the Wall Company stated he did know it was on the consent but was willing to compromise and work with staff to address the issues after the fact. He continued that his client was sold on the design and did not want to agree to the compromised solutions to the elevations. He explained that after the last hearing he met with staff to discuss the items and explained the downspout design. He explained that the downspouts would include the introduction of steel beam with the intent to create architectural integration with the building. He stated that the concept of columns on either side of the downspouts does not support the original dessign He stated that the owner wants to showcase the building as a product of his good construction practice.
Board Member Dearidoff questioned how the downspouts are constucted and where they were located on the building.
Mr. Hansen pointed out that the downspouts are located on the side of the building facing McQueen Road. He explained that the downspouts are vertical elements constructed of steal pipe. He stated that the idea behind the banding was so the office building would have a split face field block with an accent smooth face banding; whereas the warehouse would have the reverse. He noted that there would be added architectural interest with the introduction of the steel and punch windows as they accentuate the elevation
Chairman Darrell Truitt opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wanted to speak on the item. No one came forward. He requested a motion.
A motion was made by Board Member Bob Deardorff, seconded by Board Member Gibson to approve DR02-82, subject to staff stipulations, striking stipulations 4 and 5 from the original approval.
Motion Carried 7-0.
Allow the applicant to present his argument that may result in the following actions:
A. Deletion of conditions 4 and 5 of the original approval:
4. CMU columns shall be added to both sides of the exposed roof drainage downspouts.
5. Single-score CMU shall be used instead of standard CMU for the main body material of the warehouse building, or
B. UPHOLD THE EXISTING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 4 AND 5 AS STATED
DR03-45 - Approval of the site plan, landscaping and building elevations for the Park and Ride project to be developed adjacent to the Union Pacific Railroad, south of Page Avenue and West of Oak Street.
Planning Manager Linda Edwards stated that the project is located in the downtown heritage district. She has worked closely with the applicant to meet deadlines to receive federal funds. She stated that the staff recommendations have been amended. She noted that the site is called out on the General Plan as a Character Area and that the zoning district does permit a parking lot and structure. She pointed out that the project will be completely constructed in one phase with a possible future additional parking area. She explained that the project evolved from several committee meetings with stakeholders and the Chamber of Commerce. She noted that the architecture was originally designed with a agricultural with the theme being changed to look like a train depot. She stated that in the Heritage Plan District there is a strong desire to emulate a train theme. She showed a modified site plan. She stated that there is an anticipation for bus traffic off of Vaughn and Gilbert Roads for the Hale Theatre. She added there will be other users of the parking lot besides pedestrian and visitors seeking dining and other entertainment. She added that the parking canopy would be of the same color as the bus shelter. She added that the concept was to provide a shaded areas using large trees. She noted that currently the residents park on the street. She explained that there has been added three pedestrian breaks. She noted that All Start Electric would be relocated to Guadalupe Road and that all of the vacant buildings would be demolished. She added the bus shelter had not been modified from the working session except for the redesign of the columns. She explained that the materials are a nice soft color with a clay color at the base and a soft tan stucco canopy. She stated that the mesh wall is dimensioned with two bars. She stated that there is a seat wall planned for the entrance also along Ash Street to screen parking. She explained that each bus shelter has four benches - two inside and two outside. She noted that the sidewalks are a minimum 6 wide. She explained that if the amended staff report is approved then the project will be presented to the Heritage District Committee. She added that stipulations 8 and 9 needed to be added to the staff recommendations. Stipulation 9 addresses landscape conditions including the spacing of the sissus trees to be at least 20. She stated that staff recommends deleting stipulations 3, 4, 7, 8 and 10.
Board Member Thomas Bohlen commented that there are park and ride structures that utilize solar panels and sell the energy.
Board Member Lindahl asked if the original design had raised planters.
Planning Manager Edwards responded that the planters were removed from the plans as they did not fit the theme.
Vice Chairman Pettterson opened the public hearing. No one wanted to speak on the case. He requested a motion.
A motion was made by Board Member Jacquelyn Cole, seconded by Board Member David Gibson to approve DR03-45, striking stipulations 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10 and adding stipulations 8 and 9, subject to staff stipulations.
Motion Carried 7-0.
Recommend to the Redevelopment Commission approval of DR03-45, Heritage District Park and Ride, of the site plan, bus shelter and walls elevations, conceptual landscaping plan, preliminary grading and drainage, lighting plan, and colors and materials, subject to the following conditions:
1. Construction of the project shall conform to the exhibits approved by the Redevelopment Commission at the June 19, 2003 public hearing.
2. At the time of construction document submittal, the site plan shall include Town of Gilbert Standard Commercial and Industrial Site Plan Notes.
3. The street section for Oak Street and Page Avenue shall be for 2-way traffic with no on-street parking.
4. A bus pullout shall be designed to park the bus out of traffic when servicing passengers.
5. The light poles and fixtures for the parking lot and streets shall be the approved fixtures for the Heritage District.
6. Prior to construction drawing submittal, Staff shall approve a thornless vine species for the metal mesh on the bus shelter.
7. Prior to construction drawing submittal, Staff shall approve the location and materials for pedestrian breaks through landscape planter along Oak Street.
8. Prior to construction drawing submittal, Staff shall approve column spacing and the height of the perimeter wall along the railroad.
8. Existing driveway on Ash Street for Norwood Furniture will be drawn on the site plan and the location for access to the parking lot on Ash Street will be re-assessed by the Town Engineer to determine acceptance for the proposed point of access.
9. Prior to construction drawing submittal, Staff shall approve the color for the parking canopy and bike lockers.
9. The Landscape Plan shall note the light pole locations, Sissoo Trees along the railroad shall be 20-25 o.c., landscape islands under the car canopies shall be shown on the plan, ground cover will be included in the landscape planters in addition to trees in all locations, the plan shall note that an automatic irrigation system will be provided, the plan shall note the size and color of decomposed granite, the plan shall note total square footage for landscape on-site and off-site, a shrub species that is hardy shall replace the Salvia.
10. Prior to construction drawing submittal, Staff shall approve all locations for the 3 screen wall.
11. Plans shall be signed and sealed before the Redevelopment Commission hearing on 6/19/03.
COMMUNICATIONS
A Report from the Chairman on current events.
There was no report given.
Report from the Planning Director on current events.
There was no report given
ADJOURNMENT
Vice Chairman Petterson Truitt adjourned the meeting at 7:25 p.m.
ATTEST:
Recorder Wendy Rocco