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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes SpecStdy 11-14-00 u Plan Commission Special Study Committee November 14, 2000 Members present were Madeline Fitzgerald; Kevin Kirby; Bob Modisett, Jim O'Neal; Pat Rice; and Paul Spranger. Staff members present were Director Steve Engelking, Mike Hollibaugh, and Terry Jones. Leo Dierckman is not able to attend tonight's meeting; however, he did provide a written comment on the meeting for all committee members. Item #2, Liberty Mutual Insurance requests a Tabling to the December meeting. However, the Department recommends forwarding to full Plan Commission with a recommendation for dismissal. Also, Item #7 incorrectly appears on tonight's Agenda and should be disregarded. In addition, the Chairman suggests a special meeting either Tuesday or Thursday following Thanksgiving to deal with Traffic Engineering as related to Parkwood Crossing. The meeting will be in Council Chambers on Thursday, November 30 at 7 p.m. u 1. Docket No. 106-99 SP & 107-99DP/ADLS; Carmel Science & Technology Park, Block 14, Lot 3 Petitioner seeks approval to plat one lot on 3.533+- acres and to construct seven seven self-storage buildings with office totaling - 69,300 square feet to be known as Carmel Drive Storage. The site is located at 550 West Carmel Drive. The site is zoned M-3/manufacturing. Note: This item has been returned to the Special Study Committee from the October 17, 2000 Plan Commission meeting. Filed by Keith Bonham of the Tower Design Group, PC. Ken Keltner appeared before the Committee and gave a brief history of the project. Mr. Keltner explained they have had two independent feasibility studies done on self-storage facilities in the area. " \ I I \ l.-I Revel & Underwood is the developer of this project and is represented this evening by Ronda Lynch. The results of the studies indicate there is a drastic and significant need for well over 80,000 square feet of self-storage facility in the Carmel. M-3 is the only zoning that allows this permitted use. The initial application to the Plan Commission was in December, 1999, at which time some changes were suggested. These have been incorporated into the plans and include: articulating bump-outs on the west side, using split-face block and quick brick, extending the roofline the entire length of the project, and a change in drainage plan suggested by the City Engineer. Also, the landscaping plan has been changed, and the dumpster is now enclosed. s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpeciaIStudyCommittee\2000nov 1 They have repositioned the inside four buildings from their earlier north/south orientation to an east/west one, in order to screen the doors from view. Building E along Carmel Drive was moved an additional I 0 feet back, to 30 feet total. Building J was moved from the front to the back of the project, necessitating another change in drainage plan. More landscaping was added to the east and west sides of the building. Ivy will be on Building E. The last request was for Building J to have the "bump-outs" changed so the brick continues and wraps to eliminate the garage door look. u Mr. Keltner noted letters of approval on file from Theresa Brust at the Carmel Performing Arts Studio, the President of Browning Investments, and Amy Pennman, project manager of ATAPCO. Five member~ ofthis committee visited the site, and Mr. Keltner complimented members for their suggestions, which have improved the project overall. An additional change can be made-that of moving the office back an additional 5 feet to match the bump outs on Building E along Carmel Drive. The project is in compliance with M-3 ordinance requirements, and with the Carmel Science and Technology Park. Revised drawings are now on file. Staff Report: Mr. Engelking reported drainage issues and widening of the curb cut have been addressed. The drainage easement and access easement to the property to the east are owned by the same petitioner, but might split at a future point in time. The access easement for that property must be recorded, action which Mr. Keltner is now undertaking. That record may not be available prior to a vote by the full Plan Commission meeting. The Department recommends full approval and release of building permits once the recorded access easement is available. o Regarding the curb cut issue, the City Engineer will support a curb cut 8 foot wider than that submitted, and will seek BPW approval. Landscaping has been improved, and the new plans have been approved by the Urban Forester as meeting M-3 requirements. Mr. Spranger formally requested the office for Building E be moved back an additional 5 feet to match bump-outs. Ms. Fitzgerald asked for clarification of the fencing. Mr. Keltner said the fencing is wrought iron and will be buffered by landscaping. Mr. Modisett asked about the sprinkler and irrigation. Mr. Keltner said the system will be underground. Questions were asked about a sidewalk; Mr. Keltner said a multi-use path is included in the plan. u s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpeciaIStudyCommittee\2000nov 2 u u u Madeline Fitzgerald asked about the lighting. Mr. Keltner said the the Carmel Drive side has two light packs, with nothing on the sides of the buildings. Mr. Kirby made a motion to recommend approval of Docket No. 106-99 DP/ADLS, Carmel Science & Technology Park, Block 14, Lot 3, to the full Plan Commission. Following a second by Ms. Rice, APPROVAL was by a vote of 5 in favor, 0 opposed. 2. Docket No. 92-00 ADLS Amend; Meridian Mark I - Liberty Mutual Insurance The petitioner has requested TABLING. Mr. Engelking said Staff recommends returning this item to the full Plan Commission, and then recommends dismissal of the petition, after which they could not come back for six months from the date of dismissal. The petitioner will be notified ofthis committee's action; they are aware of this possibility. They could come to the full Commission with a presentation next Tuesday. There was a motion to send the project to the full Commission, which was APPROVED with a vote of 5 in favor, 0 opposed. 3. Docket No. 131-00 DP/ADLS; Mayflower Park Subdivision, Block 6, Lot 2 Petitioner seeks approval to establish an auto dealership on 7.351+- acres. The site is located on the southwest comer of West 99th Street and Michigan Road. The site is zoned 1-l/industrial and is located in the US 421 Overlay Zone. Filed by Paul G. Reis of the Reis Law Firm for Chrysler Realty. Paul Reis, 12358 Hancock St, Carmel, presented the proposed Chrysler dealership on the former Altum landscaping site. The primary issues at Plan Commission were the architectural design and landscaping issues. The petitioner continues to work with Staff to reconcile these issues. After receiving a letter from Scheer and Scheer, and after discussions with Mike Hollibaugh, the petitioner has added a balustrade across the top, which hides the mechanical equipment. "Coins" have been added in lieu of pilasters. Cornice work has been added on the front and sides. The base element has been extended to eliminate the curtain wall, and the breaks in the windows now match up with the scoring. The entrance way was reviewed; there is now separation between the entrance doors, making it more consistent with the Federal structure. The colors ofthe glass and mullion have been changed to look more Federal. The petitioner has had numerous discussions with the Urban Forester and Mike Hollibaugh. The landscape plan includes 35 trees in the greenbelt, where 24 are required. There is not an additional six-foot perimeter buffer along the parking area, but more trees have been added to come close to the requirements. s:\PlanCornmission\Minutes\SpecialStudyCommittee\2000nov 3 Mike Hollibaugh said the design modifications are pretty close, although a 6 ft. planting strip is still an issue, and will be before the BZA this month. The petitioner is working with the Department, and at this point Mr. Hollibaugh is not comfortable saying it meets the ordinance, since the windows and materials may not be in compliance. u Mr. O'Neal supports the department Staff. Ifitems are contrary to staff report, he will not be in favor of approval. Mr. Reis stated the Ordinance provides for 25% dryvit. The split-face is to the rear, dryvit to the front. The windows are not double-hung, scoring aligns with break in windows. Coins added, entryway changed-everything that has been asked for has been done. Mike confirmed that the building has been modified but it may not be in compliance. Mr. Kirby wonders if we are meeting the intent of the ordinance. Mr. Hollibaugh acknowledged the building is attractive, and the petitioner has come some way since the public hearing. Ms. Fitzgerald asked if this is an issue of materials, or features of the Federal design. Mr. Reis again said they have complied with every request except the double-hung windows. Mr. Engelking said there are aspects of design anticipated by the ordinance, but needs are not specifically met. The dryvit exceeds 25%. Non-window includes all non-windows surfaces around the wall surfaces of the building, not just the front fa~ade. o Mr. Spranger would like to see a mixture of brick and dryvit for the front fa~ade, and he feels the keys are an important addition. Mr. Kirby said many courthouses are limestone, and you would not see a masonry fayade on these. Mr. Spranger mentioned a simulated limestone. Mr. Hollibaugh said the ordinance was designed to be restrictive for materials and uses. We shouldn't go out of our way to compromise the ordinance. Terry Jones added that the ordinance was designed for developers to understand that if they want to build a "big box" and can meet these requirements, then this may be a suitable location. Otherwise, maybe this location is not appropriate for their use. Terry Jones said interpretation could mean dryvit shall not exceed 20% ofthe non- window area on each of the four walls. The requirements are stated, along with a caveat "unless otherwise approved by the board." Staff feels it does not meet the ordinance. Mr. O'Neal feels the project should go back to the drawing board for re-working. Ms. U Fitzgerald wants to know if this proposal meets the intent. s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpecialStudyCommittee\2000nov 4 u Mr. Reis said the petitioner is comfortable to incorporate brick if this will satisfy the intent. Mr. Spranger suggested quick brick as opposed to split face block. The coins in the brick will qualitatively help the building be upscale. Mr. Kirby suggested they try to go with a double-hung window. Mr. Hollibaugh said the proposed building is basically a modem one, and it does incorporate some Federal features and elements. The issue ofthe windows is paramount. Mr. Reis said the windows are the biggest concern. Ms. Fitzgerald questioned why there are no sidewalks. Mr. Reis said Browning did not include that, but there will be a multi-use pathway along 421. Mr. Spranger suggested one intersecting sidewalk for access to the dealership. Mr. Reis summarized they will redesign the front fa<;ade to combine masonry with dryvit materials (20%), the sides and back will be a combination of quickbrick and dryvit. Limestone keys will remain, as will the cornice. They will modify the landscape plan to incorporate a sidewalk. u Mr. Reis indicated they will try to get something to the Department by Friday. Mr. Engelking said the staff will not be able to fully review revised plans by the meeting date, but they will certainly commit to some review by that time. Madeline Fitzgerald made a motion to APPROVE, conditional upon changes and submittal to the Department. Mr. Kirby seconded the motion. Conditional APPROV AL was granted by a vote of 4 in favor, 1 opposed (O'Neal). 4. Docket No. 132-00-Z; Dodd Rezone Petitioner seeks a favorable recommendation for a rezone from the S-l/residence district to the B-8/business district on 11.35+- acres. The site is located on the southeast comer of East 146th Street and Hazel Dell Parkway. The site is zoned S- 1/residence. Filed by Corby D. Thompson of PI urn Creek Partners. Corby Thompson of PI urn Creek Partners described site plans and architecture. He compared this site with that at 126th Street and Gray Road, where the site is incorporated into the adjoining residential neighborhood. The Comprehensive Plan 2020 also recommends a neighborhood commercial compatible with surrounding uses. Seven points are noted, including a size ofless than 100,000 square feet; buffering, being compatible with arterial roadways, and integration into the residential area. u Additionally, in January a study by the Central Indiana Citizens League was published. In that report was a recommendation for neighborhood commercial uses, with s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpecialStudyCommittee\2000nov 5 accessibility by walking to mixed use developments. The concept was endorsed by Vision 2020 and the CICL. The site is 11.35 acres, bordered on the south by a church, on the west by Hazel Dell Parkway and Ashton subdivision, on the north by vacant ground and an existing commercial and retail landscape business, and on the east by Ashmore Trace subdivision. u The petitioner is working with Ashmore Trace to design adequate landscape and buffering for nearby residents. This project with pedestrian access, greenspace, and varied setbacks, is unique to Hamilton County. There will be outdoor seating in several locations. 126th and Gray has been very well accepted, and this proposed project will cover less area than that site, with no more than 75,000 square feet on 11.35 acres. Architecturally we will commit to the type of architecture illustrated, and each building will require ADLS approval as it comes through the review process. Mr. Engelking said it is difficult to give a department report, since the department just received the plans presented this evening, and therefore has not had the opportunity to review and determine if issues are outstanding, or need to be considered. Mr. Spranger requested the petitioner make a concerted effort to meet with neighbors. Ms. Fitzgerald asked that the petitioner determine what the neighbors do not want. Mr. Thompson agreed to meet with the neighbors and return to the committee. Jody Burtner, 5542 East 156th Street, Noblesville, said she would prefer to see surrounding areas developed first, is reluctant to express approval for this project. o Ted Duly, resident in Ashton at 14588 Whitehall Circle, opposed to the rezone. He is reluctant to discuss with any developer the color of brick, usage of property, etc. Mr. Duly believes this property is already properly zoned. There is currently a strip center approved less than two miles away from this site. Mr. Duly would be happy to meet with Mr. Thompson to make a list of concerns. Mr. Kirby indicated he worked on the 2020 Vision, which includes neighborhood service retail centers. He feels this project meets much of the criteria, although he agrees that this project may be on a roadway too major to qualify. As a member of the Circle Group, they continually looked at land use and transportation issues, looking at commercial retail centers and neighborhood-serving retail dispersed through the community. Limiting auto trips is what this is all about. The City Council will eventually decide. Since there is a possibility of rezoning, it is important for neighbors to articulate a list of concerns and businesses they would not want at this location. Mr. Kirby said he met with Noblesville officials briefly today to discuss the possibility of development on the north side of 146th Street. The general consensus is that there will be some commercial retail at some time on the north side of 146th Street. u s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpecialStudyCommittee\2000nov 6 Docket No. 132-00 Z, Dodd Rezone, was TABLED to December 5 Committee Meeting. D 5. Docket No. 139-00 DP/ADLS; Newark Subdivision, Lots 4(part)-7 and Newark Village Subdivision, Lots 2 & 3 Petitioner seeks approval of an expansion of the Ace Hardware. The site is located at 731 South Range Line Road. The site is zoned B-7/business and R- 2/residence. Filed by Paul G. Reis of the Reis Law Firm for Carmel Ace Hardware, Inc. Mr. Reis indicated he is back at Special Study Committee following the rezone approval for two lots adjacent to the existing Ace Hardware. The landscaping and architectural design for the new garden center was pretty much agreed upon at the prior hearing, also parking to the east. Mr. Reis reported no changes were made at the City Council hearing. Mr. Engelking said there are some required variances regarding setbacks. The landscape buffer setback is 30 feet at the north end ofthe property, but does not exist on the east or south end of the property where it abuts Paunee and Winona. There will be a practical difficulty in meeting this requirement. Mr. Reis stated there are streets on the south and east, but the property does not abut residential properties. Mr. Reis said this is the first time the 30 foot buffer has been brought to his attention. u Mr. Spranger asked the distance from the curb to the privacy fence (approximately 25 feet). This area could be used as a linear park with a bench as previously discussed. The 30-foot variance is not required in this zoning classification, there are evergreens already intact with fencing blocks and canopy trees. The landscaping has been approved already. Mr. Kirby made a motion to approve the petition with the linear park as previously discussed, seconded by Jim O'Neal. APPROVAL was by a vote of 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Terry Jones acknowledged they are still working on the replat of the overall parcel. Some things may change regarding easements, etc. from the plan presented this evening. These would be considered minor changes, and would not affect the linear park and the vote this evemng. Note: At this point, the Committee took a short recess. Pat Rice exited the meeting and did not return. Note: Kevin Kirby to reorder the Agenda to switch Item 6 with Item 10. The motion was approved unanimously. u 10. Docket No. 171-00 ADLS Amend; West Carmel Center, Block A Petitioner seeks approval of the sign package for a Walgreens pharmacy and seeks approval to alter the architectural package approved for the structure as part of Docket No. 47-99 DP/ADLS. The site is located at 10595 North Michigan Road. s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpecialStudyCommittee\2000nov 7 The site is zoned B-3/business and is located within the US 421/Michigan Road Overlay Zone. Filed by Kevin D. McKasson of Glendale Partners for Walgreens. Dave Coots represented Walgreens. Mr. Coots gave a brief history of this project that was approved in March, 1999 for a Federal Style retail building. Outlots were presented, plans for which were also approved at that time. Subsequently, the developer entered into an agreement with Walgreens for the construction of a Federal Style building on the outlot that is the comer of I06th Street and 421. o After construction commenced, the Department issued a stop work order. The building was 85% complete at that time. Since then, the Petitioner has been working with the department to resolve the differences in style from the design originally approved, and what has been constructed to-date. This includes a mansard-style roofto give a story and a half appearance. They are also attempting to reconfigure the windows to create a federalist appearance. The gables and overhang are being modified to appear like those originally approved. The petitioner is now seeking approval for these changes, so they can return to the Plan Commission for approval of the amendments. Also, signage approval is being sought. A variance for size and number is on the November docket for BZA. Staff report: Steve Engelking acknowledged Mr. Coots' comments as accurate. Several meetings have occurred with the architect and the petitioner. There was so much deviation from the originally approved building plans that an amendment to the plan is required. It is appropriate to now return to the Plan Commission. With plans for other outlots pending, it is important to be aware of these deviations. o Mr. Spranger asked if there could be a dryvit break line beneath the guttering on all four sides. From a streetscape this would have more aesthetic appeal. Terry Sullivan, General Contractor, said they will work with the Plan Commission. The area below the truss line to brick could be 9 Yz inches. Terry Jones stipulated that the petitioner will need to comply with requests of the Plan Commission in order to gain approval to complete construction. The sign package must be heard by the BZA to gain approvals for the number and size of the signs, even after the Plan Commission approves the color. Mr. Coots indicated the petitioner's willingness to reduce sign brightness if requested. Terry Jones commented the color, indicated to be black and red, may not blend with the color of red brick. The petitioner agreed to do an 18-inch band of dryvit to wrap around the building. Jim O'Neal made a motion to approve the request, with the exception of sign age, conditioned upon an 18-inch dryvit band to wrap the building and changing the rear gable D s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpecialStudyCommittee\2000nov 8 - I u to reflect the front fa~ade. Bob Modisett seconded the motion and APPROV AL was granted unanimously. Mr. O'Neal exited the meeting at this time and did not return. 7. Docket No. 143-00b CPA, 13rt Street and US 31 Interchange This item appears on the Agenda in error 8. Docket No. 154-00 Parkwood Crossing West PUD Rezone petition for Dukes-Weeks Realty. The petitioner seeks favorable recommendation for a rezone from the B-5/business and S-2/residence districts to a PUD/planned unit development district. The site is located on the northwest comer of West 96th street and North Meridian Street. The site is zoned S- 2/residence and B-5/business within the U.S. 31 Overlay Zone. Note: The Public Hearing on this Item has been held open at Plan Commission. Filed by Steven B. Granner of Bose McKinney & Evans for Duke-Weeks Realty. Chris Seger of Duke-Weeks, East 96th Street, Cannel said the formal presentation was made October 17th and they are here this evening to work with the committee and to answer specific questions. Some minor modifications have been made in the PUD concerning berms, tree sizes, etc. [J Mr. Spranger said a motion was made and approved that the Traffic Study be carried forward to a Special meeting on November 30th at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The complexities of the traffic study will be reviewed at that time. Mr. Spranger encouraged submittals on behalf of both the petitioner and remonstrators at least a week ahead of that meeting, to allow review time. Yarger Engineering has submitted material for the remonstrators, while A & F Engineering has submitted traffic study material for the petitioner. John Myers of Parsons, Brinckerhoffhas been retained by the Plan Commission to submit traffic study materials as well. Steve Granner pointed out changes to the landscape plan in the PUD Ordinance on pages 4,5, and 7. The PUD Ordinance being looked at has a revision date of October 17th. Mr. Granner also noted changes in the commitments and in the conceptual plan. Chris Sagar distributed a draft revision of the PUD dated October 25th. The staff reports the project is consistent with the comprehensive plan for this area. Staff is still working with the petitioner on tree preservation. The issue is traffic and density. Dialogue continues. Alan Tucker ofCSO Architect said they are trying to coordinate the architecture of the parking areas with that of the buildings, with covered walkways between the parking and the building, and landscape islands to accent the area. u They will essentially enclose the dumpsters within the buildings. There will be interior connections between the buildings. s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpeciaIStudyCommittee\2000nov 9 Mr. Kirby said this body should go through the Ordinance piece by piece after the Department has reviewed it. Discussion on the outlots will include two destination restaurants of 5,000 square feet. There will be no fast food. Outlots are addressed on page 2 of the PUD Ordinance. Terry Jones suggested the PUD Ordinance include a separate section for the Outlots, for ready identification and review. D Mr. Kirby said we need to think about lllinois Street. A roundabout north of the interstate is under consideration for lllinois Street. We may want to have a right in/right out onto Springmill, north to the roundabout, then right back to Illinois and 31, to keep traffic out of the residential area. There may be variations, and these all need to be part of the discussion. Kevin Kirby also reported the Redevelopment Commission is working to fund the infrastructure. Mr. Kirby made a motion to move this to the December 5th committee meeting. Mr. Modisett seconded. Mr. Spranger favored receiving the amendment concerning outlots as soon as possible, certainly by November 30th. Mr. Steve Fehribach of A & F Engineering said a report has been submitted to the Commission, and they have responded to a letter from Yarger Engineering, answering their questions. Additional counts have been taken at the intersection. Steve Fehribach will be at the meeting on November 30. Brad Yarger of Yarger Engineering has distributed their traffic reports for 1999 and 2000. Distributions 1 through 5 can be skipped. There are various scenarios presented. This is a preliminary document. Brad Yarger will return on November 30th. o John Myers of Parsons Brinckerhoffsaid he has a status report, including traffic studies. He is in the role of traffic advisor, and will do a review of the studies. We need to talk about common existing traffic volumes, seasonal adjustments, background growth rates, lane utilization on US 31, and distribution of traffic on these roads. He plans to meet with both parties simultaneously to discuss differences. A number of traffic counts taken in this area do not coincide. Mr. Myers will bring the issues most relevant to the Plan Commission, and he is here to serve the commission by helping the members make the best decision possible. Mark Rattermann, 11257 St. Andrews Lane, Carmel wanted to remind the Committee that before traffic, the proposal is a Rezone request. Mr. Rattermann distributed a handout on the rezone issue, a very important one and needs to be "nailed down" tightly. Kevin Kirby reiterated John Myers works for the Plan Commission and his opinions will hold the most weight. The Commission will rely heavily on John Myers' report and Kevin Kirby cautioned the other Engineering firms not to pick apart Myers' report, but D s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpecialStudyCommittee\2000nov 10 L work it out with John Myers beforehand. If there are differences, the Commission needs to know what those differences are. This item will appear on the December 5,2000 Agenda for the Special Study Committee. 6. Docket No. 146-00 DP/ADLS; West Carmel Center, Block F Petitioner seeks approval of plans for a 125,000 square-foot Home Depot home improvement store on 15+- acres. The site is located at 4155 Retail Parkway. The site is zoned B-3/business and is located within the US 421 Overlay Zone. Filed by Kevin D. McKasson of Glendale Partners. Tabled to December 5th meeting at the recommendation of Mr. Engelking after a request by Mr. Coots. . 9. Docket NO. 162-00Z; North Haven Rezone Rezone petition for CPM Family Trust and C & J Company. The petitioner seeks a favorable recommendation for a rezone of 43.083+- acres from the S- lIresidence district to the R-5/residence district. The site is located northwest of the intersection of East 96th Street and Gray Road. The site is zoned S- lIresidence. Filed by Mark Boyce for C.P. Morgan Communities for CPM Family Trust and C & J Company. o Charlie Frankenberger, 4983 St. Charles Place, Carmel is representing JC Hart and CP Morgan for the real estate. Bordering the site is Gray Road to the east; surrounding uses are mining operations, Bottamiller Enterprises; soon-to-be developed 96th Street Auto Park; H.H. Gregg; Palmer Dodge; and the Williamson Run community. The petitioner feels R-5 zoning provides a good transition, with development for office use and multi-family dwelling. The rezone is in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan for this area. The petitioner has held numerous meetings with the Homeowners' Association of Williamson Run, and has arrived at commitments regarding landscaping. C.P. Morgan will move their corporate headquarters into the office area, and John Hart's company plans to manage the apartments. u Architect Gary Weaver explained there is a large lake on the site, and they have tried very hard to be sensitive to the neighborhood nearby. They also are working with the Urban Forester on reforestation. There is an existing creek between Williamson Run and this development. The buildings will be oriented toward the central area, using the clubhouse/recreation center as a focal point at entry. The clubhouse will be used by the apartments as well as the office tenants. There is a jogging trail around the lake, and the greenway works as a divider between the apartment buildings to the north and the office buildings to the south. The biggest amenity for both projects is the existing lake. The apartments are oriented toward the water. Parking lots are broken up into smaller spaces throughout the project. Parking is also behind the office buildings so the fronts face the s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpeciaIStudyCommittee\2000nov 11 street. The petitioner has worked with the city and is asking for a 50-foot sideyard to be coordinated with additional landscaping, rather than the 75 feet required by Ordinance. D The overall architectural character ties both projects together with building materials and with scale. Renderings were shown of the proposed office building for C.P. Morgan, which will set the standard for the rest of the project. The building is mostly brick with windows lined up in front, like the residential buildings. Mike Hollibaugh said the Department has no outstanding issues. The petitioner has been extremely cooperative. Steve Engelking reiterated this project began with a very productive introductory meeting. A full set of plans will be delivered to the Department. Bob Doster of CSO, 2030 East 106th Street, said additional buffering has been added since the original presentation at Plan Commission. Madeline Fitzgerald asked whether the jogging path might continue into the adjoining neighborhood, and Mr. Frankenberger said the neighbors do not want that to happen. John Hart, President of I.C. Hart, said an asphalt shingle will be used, and colors will coordinate with the entire community, details of which will be discussed when they come back to the Commission, following rezone approval. Mr. Spranger complimented the petitioner on the good design and water features. o Mr. Modisett asked if one entryway is adequate. Mr. Lillig said it is, and there is an emergency access drive that can be utilized. The entrance has been widened to a boulevard width, per Terry Jones. Mr. Weaver said the trash compactor will be recessed, and will have a brick wall in front. Mr. Kirby made a motion to approve the petition. Following a second by Mr. Modisett, APPROVAL was by a vote of 4 in favor, 0 opposed. Terry Jones asked the committee to consider a housekeeping item with respect to the statement of commitments for a previous project. The commitments will be checked by the department just prior to being recorded at the county level. This came about because of a difference in meeting minutes from the recorded commitments at the site of the professional buildings near Cannel Drive and Old Meridian, where two buildings almost connect, with an elbow. The petitioner's recorded commitment reads different than the meeting minutes regarding when it is necessary to return to the commission if a change to the development plan is intended. He looked for direction in this case, where there is an intent to construct a 500 square foot walkway rather than the 2500 square foot building proposed in the original development plan. o s: \PlanConunission \Minutes\SpeciaIStudyConunittee\200Onov 12 --I u Mr. Spranger suggested that petitioners in the future be required to have department approval prior to any commitments being recorded. There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 11 :00 PM. anger, Chairperson u u s:\PlanCommission\Minutes\SpeciaIStudyCommittee\2000nov 13