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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-25-1998 DRB Minutes DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 1998 MINUTES ITEM 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ATTENDANCE Chairperson Kim Walker called the meeting to order at 3:40 p.m. She directed the secretary to record the attendance. Members Present Members Absent Staff Present Visitors Present Walt Willett Mara-Gai Katz Dave Skelton Lowell Springer Bill Hanson Roger Cruwys Carol Schott Gene Mickolio Kim Walker Henry Sorenson David Smith Ed McCrone ITEM 2. MINUTES OF JULY 28, AND AUGUST 11, 1998, MEETINGS Chairperson Walker asked for corrections or additions to the minutes for July 28" and August 11". Mr. Willett noted that Dave Jarrett rather than Dave Manley spoke at the July 28 meeting- minutes, page 5 third paragraph from the bottom. ITEM 3. PROJECT REVIEW Chamber of Commerce MiSP#Z-98133 - (Skelton) The future 200 Commerce Way A Minor Site Plan Application to allow the construction of a 4,000+ sq. ft., one-story structure, and related site improvements. Lowell Springer, Gene Mickolio, and David Smith joined the DRB. Senior Planner Dave Skelton presented the application, noting that Staff has recommended approval with conditions. He reviewed the recommended conditions, noting the key conditions are the renumbered 6-8 (there are two conditions numbered 4, which are repetitive). He noted the key issues are the treatment of the peeled logs and the need for textured asphalt shingles. Mr. McCrone asked how many trees are needed for the landscaping requirements. Planner Skelton noted there are three street frontages, therefore, trees are needed along all three frontages, and must be placed outside the vision triangle. Mr. Willett noted he generally agrees with the Staff report and the building. He noted the roof doesn't appear as dominating as it was in the informal submittal. He suggested using a heavier textured shingle. He noted that the entryways need different materials to emphasize them, however, logs may be too different, though, they may be appropriate. Mr. Springer noted he used log on the entryway as logging is a part of Bozeman's history, and a wood entryway has a warmer reception than other materials. Mr. McCrone asked if the structure has changed its orientation. Mr. Smith noted it had rotated Design Review Board lMinutes-August 25,1998 1 90 degrees. Mr. McCrone noted that the gable roof does give definition on the south elevation. He asked about the windows Staff has suggested in condition#8. Planner Skelton noted that awnings would be appropriate for consideration also. Mr. Smith noted that he has received suggestions that the structure be entirely of log. Chairperson Walker asked the applicant if he is comfortable with the amount of wood in the entryway. Mr. Smith noted he is, and noted that with interior treatments, the logs in the entryway will be okay. Mr. Springer noted that he will be installing tinted windows. Mr. McCrone asked if there will be exterior mechanical equipment. Mr. Mickolio noted it will be screened in the rear of the structure. Mr. Smith noted that though the windows may appear to be the entryway, the sidewalk leading to the log entrance and the gable roof over it should give a feeling of welcome. Mr. Hanson noted that if the applicant is comfortable with the entryways,he approves the use. He asked if other materials had been considered other than E.F.I.S. and why the drive loop is shown so wide. Mr. Springer noted it is to give room for semi-trucks and RV's. Mr. Hanson noted that the well designed patio on that side might lead the visitors to enter there. He suggested using E.F.I.S. and log detailing in the patio area. Mr. Springer noted that he likes to use a lot of one material to integrate the whole structure. He continued noting sometimes a change in materials is needed for starkness and attention. Mr. Hanson asked how they feel about using awnings. Mr. Springer noted that they would like to install awnings, however, they aren't in the budget. Mr. Hanson asked how the site will be lighted. Mr. Springer noted there are wall mounted lights and some fairly standard lighting fixtures on each side of the door and around the patio. Mr. Hanson suggested accentuating the log entryway with lighting, then asked how many condensing units there will be. Mr. Springer noted there will be three. Mr. Mickolio indicated the location of the screened condensing units. Mr. Hanson asked if the doors are constructed of oak. Mr. Springer noted they are, and they plan to be firm about keeping them in the budget. Mr. Willett asked if the window frames and patio doors were constructed of wood. Mr. Springer. noted the windows are anodized aluminum with wood trim. Mr. Mickolio noted the patio doors are aluminum with glass. Chairperson Walker agrees with Staff that the logs look stuck onto the building. She noted when driving by the building, she wouldn't know it was the information center. She suggested trying to warm up the patio area to make it seem more of a visitor center. She asked what will draw people there. Mr. Springer noted there will be a sign. Mr. Smith noted that visitors find them at the North 71h Avenue Visitors Center now, so they will find them there. Chairperson Walker noted that the east elevation needs help to make it more inviting. Mr. Smith asked if the signage will be a problem. Planner Skelton noted it is a condition to inform the applicant that the signage must comply with the Sign Ordinance. Mr. Smith discussed the signage they anticipate using. MOTION: Mr. Hanson moved to approve the project with the conditions as written, with the applicant giving consideration to conditions #7 and#8. Mr. McCrone seconded the motion, Design Review Board Minutes-August 25,1999 2 which carried 4-0, For the Betterment of the DRB. The Board discussed the need for a vice-chairperson since the current Vice Chairperson, Paul Gleye has resigned. MOTION: Mr. McCrone moved, Chairperson Walker seconded, that Mr. Hanson be nominated vice-chairperson. Mr. Hanson accepted. Chairperson Walker explained his duties. The motion carried 4-0. Chairperson Walker commented that the Commission is failing to notify the DRB Chair as to when they are soliciting new members to replace Paul Gleye and she has concerns about what will happen with Mr. Willett's possible resignation in January. ITEM 4. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Kim Walker Chairperson, Design Review Board Design Review Board Minutes-August 25,1998 3