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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-04-201. 2. 3. 6. V, City of i�r Wheat Rydoe PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of Meeting June 4, 2020 CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair OHM at 7:05 p.m. in a Virtual Meeting. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS Commission Members Present: Commission Members Absent Staff Members Present: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Melissa Antol Kristine Disney Will Kerns Daniel Larson Janet Leo Scott Ohm Jahi Simbai One Seat Vacancy Lauren Mikulak, Planning Manager Scott Cutler, Planner II Tammy Odean, Recording Secretary APPROVE ORDER OF THE AGENDA It was moved by Commissioner DISNEY and seconded by Commissioner LEO to approve the order of the agenda. Motion carried 7-0. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — April 16, 2020 It was moved by Commissioner KERNS and seconded by Commissioner DISNEY to approve the minutes of April 16, 2020, as written. Motion carried 7-0. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for any person to speak on any subject not appearing on the agenda.) Planning Commission Minutes June 4, 2020 - 1 — Jahi Simbai, Commissioner/Resident 2690 Pierce Street, Wheat Ridge Mr. Simbai made a statement thanking Chief Murtha of the Wheat Ridge Police Department for his statement released on June 1, 2020 and he invited all to read it on the City of Wheat Ridge website. He asked everyone to stay tough during these trying times and thanked all of the community's essential workers and included the Commission and members of the public. He asked to keep the lines of communication open and reminded all to treat every member of our community with respect. 7. PUBLIC HEARING A. Case No. WSP-20-04: an application filed by Design Edge for approval of a master sign plan for a unified development zoned Commercial -One (C-1) for the property located at 10019 West 26t' Avenue and 2625 Kipling Street. Mr. Cutler gave a short video presentation regarding the master sign plan and the application. He entered into the record the contents of the case file, packet materials, the zoning ordinance, and the contents of the digital presentation. He stated the public notice and posting requirements have been met, therefore the Planning Commission has jurisdiction to hear this case. Adam Radcliff a member of the Design Edge team gave a short video presentation listing six key signs that are imperative to the revitalization of Gold's Marketplace. Commissioner KERNS asked if the roof sign dimensions will change. Mr. Cutler said the sign dimensions will remain the same. Commissioner LARSON asked if the panels on the roof sign will change. Andy Olree, applicant 600 S. Harrison Street, Denver Mr. Olree explained that the steel structure will remain but with any repairs that need to be done. The box of the sign will be similar to the existing one, but replaced. Commissioner ANTOL asked if how long temporary signage can remain in place. Mr. Cutler clarified that there is no time limit on temporary signs but there are restrictions on the quantity. He also mentioned that each individual tenant can have 1 temporary sign each. Ms. Mikulak mentioned that the Code recognized a temporary sign by the type of material used and does not list a time limit. Planning Commission Minutes -2— June 2— June 4, 2020 Commissioner OHM asked if the proposed City of Wheat Ridge monument signs will be installed at a later date. Mr. Cutler mentioned that the monument sign located at the corner of 26th Avenue and Kipling Street will be in the City's right-of-way and the engineering division will in the future have more defined plans for the exact location and what it will look like and it should not conflict with the applicant's monument sign. Commissioner ANTOL asked if there were any comments from the surrounding neighborhood. Mr. Cutler said there were a few inquiries, but no one had stated concerns. Vivian Vos, Resident 6920 W 4711 Place, Wheat Ridge Ms. Vos asked a few questions including how "sign A" will be restored; if Davies Chuckwagon the bowling alley are still expected to be tenants; if there any application fees owed similar to the payments required for a variance application; and she asked for clarity regarding the dimensional depth of window/door signs. Selene Ruiz, Resident 11 Paramount Parkway, Wheat Ridge Ms. Ruiz asked if there will be any neon signage that will be bright at night; about safety of the area in the parking lots; and also if a traffic study has been done. Chair OHM asked staff to respond to the public comment: Mr. Olree explained they are in discussion with different sign vendors, but they want the rooftop sign ("sign A") to look like it does with parts being restored and cleaned up and the box material being changed out. Mr. Olree also mentioned that Davies Chuckwagon is a current tenant with a lease, but the lease could expire. He explained it is their desire to keep the form and shape of that sign, but the location might change a bit. Mr. Cutler added that if a tenant leaves the signage will remain, but text will be changeable. Mr. Cutler clarified that the relief or variances in this Master Sign Plan are approved by the Planning Commission which is different than a typical residential variance, but there are still application fees owed along with fees associated with any subsequent building permits. Mr. Cutler also explained the request regarding window signage being up to 2 feet away from the window instead of 12 inches. Planning Commission Minutes -3— June 3— June 4, 2020 Ms. Mikulak explained that the tenant will have to apply the City's illumination standards required for lighting if they are proposing changeable copy signs. Ms. Mikulak also explained that with reinvestment on this property and with more activity around the site the safety should increase. She also mentioned that with no change in use, there is no current reason to have required a traffic study. Commissioner LARSON agrees that this is an iconic site and is excited for the applicant to move forward and would like to know the applicant's timeline and a place to learn more. Mr. Radcliffe mentioned that email updates can be received by registering at www.�:oldsmarketplace.com. He also mentioned the civil permits will be started around the end of June, beginning of July. Commissioner OHM added he is also excited about this project moving forward and thanked the developers. It was moved by Commissioner LARSON and seconded by Commissioner DISNEY to approve Case No. WSP-20-04, a request for approval of a master sign plan on property zoned Commercial -One (C-1) located at 10019 West 261 Avenue and 2625 Kipling Street, for the following reasons: 1. The site is eligible for a master sign plan. 2. The master sign plan promotes well-planned and well-designed signage. 3. The master sign plan is consistent with the intent of the sign code and is appropriate for the context of the development. With the following conditions: 1. The applicant will obtain building permits prior to installation of the approved signs. 2. The applicant shall provide a copy of the agreement with Denver Water allowing signage within the easement along Kipling Street. Motion approved 7-0. 8. OLD BUSINESS 9. NEW BUSINESS • Ms. Mikulak mentioned that Commissioner PETERSON will be moving to California so there is now a vacancy in District I. Interested applicants may contact the City Clerk's office with any questions. Planning Commission Minutes -4— June 4— June 4, 2020 • Next meeting will be June 18. • Ms. Mikulak echoed Commissioner SIMBAI's message along with a thank you and encouraged all to read Chief Murtha's message. • She also hoped that all are staying healthy and sane and mentioned that there is information on the website regarding Covid-19 and mentioned the City still plans to continue with virtual Planning Commission and City Council meetings and are hoping to have some hybrid meetings to accommodate those who have difficulty connecting virtually. • The June 15 City Council meeting will include an update on the Neighborhood Engagement Program. • Commissioner SIMBAI asked that once meetings are back to normal it would be nice if a Commissioner could still connect remotely. Ms. Mikulak mentioned that continued use of Zoom in a hybrid meeting format would allow that. 10. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner SIMBAI and seconded by Commissioner LEO to adjourn the meeting at 8:05p.m. Motion carried 6-0. z— ScoWiCihm, Chair Tammy Odean, ecording Secretary Planning Commission Minutes -5— June 5— June 4, 2020