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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Sub 05-04-11City of Carmel WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2011 CARMEL PLAN COMMISSION SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE MINUTES LOCATION: CAUCUS ROOMS CARMEL CITY HALL ONE CIVIC SQUARE CARMEL, IN 46032 Representing the Committee: Brad Grabow, Chairperson; Judy Hagan; Steve Lawson; Ephraim Wilfong Representing the Department: Rachel Boone; Alexia Donahue -Wold; Candy Martin, Recording Secretary Of Counsel: John Molitor The Subdivision Committee considered the following items: TIME: 6:00 P.M. DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 P.M. 1. Docket No. 11040004 ADLS Amend: Sophia Square - Signage The applicant seeks approval for a new sign package for a new building. The site is located at 110W. Main Street and is zoned C2 within the Old Town Main Street Sub -Area. Filed by Tara Acton - Shaver of Carmel Lofts LLC. Present for the Petitioner: Tara Acton - Shaver Overview: • Four blade signs at the corners of the building and for entrance for public restroom • Projecting signs at each major entrance of the building • Sign over the archway off Monon Trail • Each tenant to adhere to sign guidelines set forth by Sophia Square along with obtaining proper sign permit approval from City. Dept Report, Rachel Boone: • New package proposes wall signs, projecting signs and blade signs as options for tenants • Signage to follow current sign ordinance; along with additional restrictions placed by Sophia Square • Lighting are to be internally illuminated or reverse (halo -lit) illumination o Exception to signs located in Courtyard, interior area and they are not to be illuminated • NO restrictions on sign face color or font types for main identification signs • Department recommends positive consideration Motion: Judy Hagan "To approve Docket No. 11040004 ADLS Amend, Sophia Square -- Signage as presented to 1 the Committee;" seconded by Ephraim Wilfong, approved 4 -0. ONE CIVIC SQUARE Page 1 of 8 CARMEL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417 May 4, 2011 Plan Commission Subdivision Committee Agenda 2. Docket No. 11040005 ADLS Amend: Ed Martin - Signage The applicant seeks approval for new wall sign and building entry element. The site is located at 9896 N. Michigan Road and is zoned I- 1/Industrial within the Michigan Road Overlay Zone. Filed by George Small, AIA, of Design Point, Inc.. Present for the Petitioner: George Small Overview: • Dealership is going through national re- branding effort o Add 3 names to building Ed Martin (building) GMC and Buick (bldg. element) o Add free standing building element as part of the entrance to building (material for free standing element will be aluminum paneling with dull finish) • 20 ft. wide x 22 ft. high • GMC and Buick will be back lit, Ed Martin No lighting • No change to the landscaping plans • Only requesting names of dealership and free standing element at this time (original filing consisted of additional signs that would require a variance filing) Dept Report, Rachel Boone: • Existing sign with Ed Martin name, Buick and GMC logo will be replaced with "wording" only: Ed Martin, Buick and GMC (totaling 3 signs) • No service sign is included in request and would require a variance to be filed if needed • Adding a building entry element to front of building o Will NOT change the tan brick and cornice of building as original rendering indicates o Department feels element is modern and does not blend with the classic style /detail of building • Department recommends favorable consideration Motion: Judy Hagan "To TABLE Docket No. 11040005 ADLS Amend, Ed Martin — Signage until June 7`h Meeting with conditions that petitioner will provide detailed renderings with actual scale and location of element on the building; along with providing a revised material/color of entry element to blend in with the building." seconded by Ephraim Wilfong, approved 4 -0. 3. Docket No. 11040008 ADLS Amend; 10450 N. College Ave - Signage The applicant seeks approval for a new sign package for an existing building. The site is located at 10450 N. College Ave. and is zoned B -1 within the Home Place Business District. Filed by Nancy VanMeter of Contour Acquisitions LLC. Present for the Petitioner; Nancy VanMeter Overview: • Requesting signage for existing building • Pin Iettering mounted inside the gable area • Not requesting lighting of sign at this time, but may want to offer to future tenants ONE CIVIC SQUARE Page 2 of 8 CARREL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417 May 4, 2011 Plan Commission Subdivision Committee Agenda Dept Report, Rachel Boone: • Approve sign package for existing building (Currently we do not have one on file) • Signage to be placed in gables of building, space for up to 3 signs (2 end gables and one center gable) • Pin lettering in black • Current proposal does not request signs to be illuminated, possible future tenant may request illuminated • Department recommends positive consideration Motion: Judy Hagan "To approve Docket No. 11040008 ADLS Amend, 10450 N. College Ave. -- Signage subject to Department review of lighting package for signage;" seconded by Steve Lawson, approved 4 -0. 4. "FABLED until June 7, 2011 Docket No. 11040009 ADLS Amend: Applebee's (US 421) - Signage The applicant seeks approval for two new wall signs, one new ground sign, and new awnings for the existing restaurant. The site is located at 10325 N. Michigan Road and is zoned B- 3/Business within the US 421 Overlay Zone. Filed by Tracy Gamez of Design Team Sign Company. 5. Docket No. 11040010 ADLS Amend: Hamilton Crossing Retail Center - Signage The applicant seeks approval for a new sign package for the existing center. The site is located at the southeast corner of 126`h St. and US Hwy 31 and is zoned B- 2/Business within the US 31 Overlay Zone. Filed by Paul Reis of Krieg DeVault on behalf of KRG Hamilton Crossing LLC. Present for the Petitioner: Paul Reis and Eric Strickland with Kite Realty Overview: • Requesting to amend current sign package to enhance, retain and attract future tenants with upcoming US 31 roadway project o No affect on existing tenants o Max. height of sign is 36 inches or max. height of 48 inches if sign includes logo o Tenant with more 30,000 Sq. Ft. — overall length of sign is 75% of store front (was 80 %) o Smaller tenant spaces — 55 Sq .Ft. total Sq. Ft. sign size (was 75 Sq. Ft. total) o Store more than 10,000 Sq. Ft. — max. of 3 signs (Front, side and rear of building) o Individual light with channel lettering, Bronze end caps, returns and trim • Trademark sign design approved, but location and square footage still follow sign ordinance • Directional signage only allowed if tenant has authorized drive thru • Corner sign will be moved due to US 31 /Carmel Drive road improvernent Dept Report, Rachel Boone: • Amend existing sign package o Inline tenant with less than 50 ft. of frontage = maximum of 55 Sq. Ft. sign size (was 75 Sq. Ft) o End cap tenant will be able to have a sign facing Pennsylvania Street o Overall height cannot exceed 36 inches for one line of copy and 48 inches for two lines of copy (was 48 inches regardless if one line or two lines of copy) o Width of sign is now 75% of total tenant frontage (was 80% of total tenant frontage) o Registered trademarks with US Patent and Trademark Office are to be allowed and must follow the size and location specifications within the sign package. • Department recommends positive consideration ONE CIVIC SQUARE Page 3 of 8 CARMEL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417 May 4, 2011 Plan Commission Subdivision Committee Agenda 6. Docket No. 11040011 ADLS Amend: Hamilton Crossing Retail Center — Exterior Package The applicant seeks approval for 3 new outdoor seating and landscaping areas. The site is located at the southeast corner of 126`'' St. and US Hwy 31 and is zoned B- 2/Business within the US 31 Overlay Zone. Filed by Paul Reis of Krieg DeVault on behalf of KRG Hamilton Crossing LLC. Present for the Petitioner: Paul Reis and Eric Strickland with Kite Realty Overview: • Provide outdoor seating areas to enhance to center and attract future tenants • No blocking or restricting entrances to building • Maintain a uniform look and standard • Outdoor dining areas will impact current landscaping areas o Tenant will preserve existing beds by either relocating plantings or replace with same species • Area not to exceed 400 Sq. Ft. • Future tenants must o maintain a uniform look and confirm to the guidelines set forth by the Landlord o Obtain Landlord approval o Submit site plan and landscaping plans to DOCS for administrative approval or apply for variance, if needed, with Board of Zoning Appeals Dept Report, Rachel Boone: • Amendment will allow for outdoor seating facility at some tenant locations o Proposing La Hacienda, Le Peep's and Jason's Deli • Location of eating space will affect landscaping plans o Landscaping areas will be replaced or relocated • Tenants will have uniform look regarding materials to use: o Black Chairs and tables o Black Umbrellas (NO logos, lettering or signage will be allowed on umbrella) • Low standing metal railing /fencing will be used to block off outdoor seating areas • Materials are to be stored away from front of center during the winter season • Department recommends positive consideration Motion: Steve Lawson "To approve Docket No. 11040010 ADLS Amend, Hamilton Crossing Retail Center - Signage as presented to the Committee; and Docket No. 11040011 ADLS Amend, Hamilton Crossing Retail Center - Exterior Package with the requirement that all outdoor equipment (such as but not limited to; chairs, tables, umbrellas, railings, etc.) will be placed in winter storage from December 1St to March 1St " seconded by Judy Hagan, approved 4 -0. ONE CIVIC SQUARE Page 4 of 8 CARMEL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417 May 4, 2011 Plan Commission Subdivision Committee Agenda 7. Docket No. 11040006 ADLS Amend: St. Vincent Sports Performance Center The applicant seeks approval for revised building height/building elevations and amended landscape plan. The site is located at 13400 N. Meridian St. and is zoned B- 6/Business within the US 31 Overlay, as well as OM/MM -Old Meridian District, Mixed Medical. Filed by Paul Reis of Krieg Devault LLP. Present for the Petitioner: Paul Reis, Brent Davis, Don Clock and John Schidler Overview: • Revising approved building plan on file to allow for a 3 story medical facility rather than 4 story o Footprint of the building will be the same o Building materials will remain the same from prior approval • Landscape plan revised o Creating tree line along main entrance to facility off Main Street o Adding 9 trees and 54 shrubs for total of 39 trees along drive and entrance • Rain garden and stormwater drain filters water Dept Report, Alexia Donahue -Wold: • New building height and gross floor area are within zoning ordinance • Urban Forester, Daren Mindham, has reviewed and approved the revised landscaping plan • Department recommends positive consideration Motion: Ephraim Wilfong "To approve Docket No. 11040006 ADLS Amend, St. Vincent Sports Performance Center as presented to the Committee;" seconded by Judy Hagan, approved 4 -0. 8. Docket No. 10100006 DP /ADLS: AutoZone -Park Northwestern, Lot 1 The applicant seeks plan and design approval for a new 7,370 sq. ft. store on 1.59 acres. The site is located at 10560 N. Michigan Rd. and is zoned I -1 /Industrial within the Michigan Road/US 421 Overlay Zone. Filed by Jeff Kauerz for AutoZone Stores, Inc. Present for the Petitioner: Jerry Kittle Overview: • Proposing a 7,370 Sq. Ft. store at Michigan Road and Northwestern Avenue (existing building to be demolished) • Revised lighting so a now 90 degree cut off (was 45 degree) • 8x8 area will be voided area due to the architectural element and layout of store • Negotiating still for internal drive connection to LA Fitness and bank • Working with Hamilton County Survey Office on drainage review ONE CIVIC SQUARE Page 5 of 8 CARIvfEL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417 May 4, 2011 Plan Commission Subdivision Committee Agenda Dept Report, Alexia Donahue -Wold and Rachel Boone: • Architectural design of store fits within the Michigan Overlay zoning ordinance • Approve proposed pedestrian connection to north parcel • Signage o Wall sign facing east Michigan Road • 39 Sq. Ft. (allowed 40 Sq. Ft.) • Internally illuminated and individual channel lettering o Existing ground sign is 29 Sq. Ft. (40 Sq. Ft. allowed) o Both are allowable since store will face 2 public streets • Department recommends favorable recommendation Committee Members: • Connectivity o Private Drive between the AutoZone property and LA Fitness property, (AutoZone will maintain the drive) o Walkway from Store to Michigan Road will be provided (no connection west of Store) o Providing crosswalk from Store to Northwestern Avenue • Drainage o Rear of property already has curb for drainage o Dry retention in place already Motion: Steve Lawson "To approve Docket No. 10100006 DP /ADLS, AutoZone Northwestern, Lot 1 with the conditions that petitioner receive approval for drainage plan along with petitioner provides connectivity between AutoZone and LA Fitness property;" seconded by Ephraim Wilfong, approved 4 -0. 9. Docket No. 11020013 DP /ADLS: Woodland Terrace CCRC The applicant seeks site plan & design approval for a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) on 7 acres. The applicant also seeks for the following zoning waiver request: Docket No. 11030006 ZW: Ordinance Chapter 23.08.01.D: front building setback. The site located at 136th Street and Pro Med Lane, and is zoned B -6 /Business, within the US 31/Meridian Street Overlay. Filed by Charlie Frankenberger of Nelson & Frankenberger, on behalf of Justus Homes, Inc. Present for the Petitioner: Jim Shinaver for Nelson and Frankenberger, Walt Justus, President for Justus Homes, Scott Jeske, Vice President for Justus Homes, Kim Thomas Regional Property Manager for Justus Homes, Chris White for Site Solutions, Dan Ware Architect for InterDesign, Rick Reynolds Engineer with EMH &T Overview: • Senior living facility classified as CCRC under current Carmel Zoning Ordinance o CCRC permitted use in B6 Zoning and not prohibited under the US 31 Overlay o Services offered will include independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing o 185 unites (126 independent/59 assisted living), full service dining facility /in -room dining, physical therapy, library, activity room o 4 -story (50 feet high from first floor elevation) as per 1990 Rezone Commitments ONE CIVIC SQUARE Page 6 of 8 CARI.EL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417 May 4, 2011 Plan Commission Subdivision Committee Agenda o 173 parking spaces (12 handicap) • Detached garages to be provided in Phase II • Building materials to be same on all sides, same materials used on primary structure • Only garages bordering ProMed Drive will have dormers o Service road (for emergency access and delivery access) and screening wall (shield electrical boxes /transformers, etc.) to be located along east side of property off Smokey Row Road • CCRC Defined o Cannel Ordinance states if facility provides 3 or more areas of continuous care services o State of Indiana does not have a specific definition of CCRC • Facility itself does not require a license • Individuals who perform a licensed service must be licensed with State • Skilled services provided how ever living (Assisted or independent or both) • Building setbacks o East side (along Kensington Property) 15 feet in addition to 50 feet tree preservation area o North side (along Smokey Row Road) 40 feet (Zoning waiver is being filed, B6 Zoning Ordinance requires 60 feet) • Green space o Providing a green space (courtyard) in the middle of the site o Tree preservation on east side of property • Providing Tree Preservation o East side (along Kensington Property) of property will be 50 feet per 1990 Rezone Commitments o North side of property (along Smokey Row Road) will be 20 -40 feet (only 10 feet required per B6 Zoning Ordinance) o Protective fencing will be installed prior to any construction o Will work closely with City Urban Forestry Department Dept Report, Alexia Donahue -Wold: • Reminded to submit Replat Application to convert into one parcel • City Engineering Department is still reviewing plans • CCRC use is currently allowed • Architecture and Height meet requirements stated in City Ordinance • Landscaping plans have been reviewed and approved by City Forester • Department recommends forwarding items to May 17 Plan Commission Meeting Committee Members: • Connection to Meadow Lark Park o No direct connectivity due to cause drainage issues, cut into tree preservation area and property on south side of property is not owned by Justus o Upcoming road improvements to US 31 will provide sidewalks to be installed along Smokey Row Road and Old Meridian ONE CIVIC SQUARE Page 7 of 8 CARMEL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417 May 4, 2011 Plan Commission Subdivision Committee Agenda • State vs. local definition of CCRC o Assisted Living does require one to file with State of Indiana FSSA (Family Social Services Agency) o Justus files each year o Considered Housing with Services Enterprise (Assisted and Independent Living) o Skilled Services falls under Home Care and follow Indiana Home Care License Codes (service based, not facility) • Tree Preservation o Want to make sure developer follows the provided tree preservation standards closely o Suggested to developer if site design will allow, request provision to allow for Plan Commission members to approve a waiver of up to 35% of a dimensional requirement (such as the 10 feet plant strip) in order to reposition primary structure and bring more west allowing for more tree preservation on east side of property Motion: Ephraim Wilfong "To approve Docket No. 11020013 DP /ADLS, Woodland Terrace CCRC and Docket No. 11030006 ZW: Ordinance Chapter 23.08.01.D: Front building setback; with favorable recommendation to Full Plan Commission with conditions: final review and approval of tree preservation proposal and request support from Plan Commission to approve if petitioner proposes provision to waive up to 35% of a dimensional requirement " seconded by Steve Lawson, approved 3 -1 (Grabow). Meeting adjourned: 10:10 pm rad rabow, Chai;,erson ONE CIVIC SQUARE LaAggli Candy Martin, cording Secretary Page 8 of 8 CARMEL, INDIANA 46032 317/571 -2417