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Home My WebLink AboutCorrespondance DC Gateway, LP 8705 Katy Freeway, Suite 408 Houston, Texas 77024 (713) 468 -2600 x103; (713) 468 -7774 fax June 20, 2005 City of College Station Attn: Design Review Board 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77840 RE: Freebirds World Burrito Freestanding Building at the Gateway Shopping Center Dear Design and Review Board: On behalf of the landlord and tenant for the above referenced project, our partnership (DC Gateway, LP) would like to request a variance to section 7.9, Non - Residential Architectural Standards. Freebirds has selected us to coordinate the design and construction of the customized freestanding building at this location. Our design teams, including Freebirds, have requested a more versatile building material to accomplish the unique and eclectic image of the Freebirds concept. The image of the tenant calls for a more diverse building material along with a more diverse color use and application. We are designing a tilt wall building at this time. Each of the tilt wall panels will endure unique qualities in relation to the other tilt wall panels of the same building. We will accomplish this by texturing the panels using molds, form liners, scoring and textured paint (we have provided samples herein). This material partially satisfies the concrete product requirements called out in section 7.9D 1 f. Section 7.9D 1 f calls for, "any concrete product so long as it has an integrated color and is textured or patterned or covered with brick, stone, marble, granite, or tile or material fabricated to simulate brick, stone, marble or granite ". We are using a concrete product that is textured and patterned but does not have an integrated color. The color will be applied as a textured paint to insure: (i) versatility — (in the same tilt wall panel we will use two to three different patterns and/or textures that require two to three different colors) and (ii) durability — (when tilt wall is hit or chipped we simply calk and texture paint the blemish to match the rest of the building). The versatility will not be able to be obtained if we were to integrate the color into the concrete before it is cured, due to each panel being one large slab of concrete. Our design team is unsure of the durability of integrated colored tilt wall panels, due to (1) unfamiliarity with the integrated coloring in the tilt wall product and (2) the inability to repair effectively damages such as chips, scrapes and fading. In order to obtain our goals in versatility, unique and eclectic imaging and durability, we ask that the city allow us to texture and pattern the tilt wall panels by utilizing molds, form liners, scoring, and textured paint and waive the integrated color requirement. Our design and construction team, believes that this variance request meets the standards laid out in Article 7.9 K (1) and (2) of the Non - Residential Architectural Standards. Thank you for your review and consideration of our concerns. We look forward to providing a unique and modern, yet simple and tasteful presence for Freebirds World Burrito at this high profile location in College Station. Sincerely, Bryan Danna Partner C)S 1 0q \ \am DC Gateway, LP 8705 Katy Freeway, Suite 408 Houston, Texas 77024 (713) 468 -2600 x103; (713) 468 -7774 fax June 20, 2005 City of College Station Attn: Design Review Board 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77840 RE: Freebirds World Burrito Freestanding Building at the Gateway Shopping Center Dear Design and Review Board: On behalf of the landlord and tenant for the above referenced project, our partnership (DC Gateway, LP) would like to request a variance to section 7.9, Non - Residential Architectural Standards. Freebirds has selected us to coordinate the design and construction of the customized freestanding building at this location. Our design teams, including Freebirds, have requested a more versatile building material to accomplish the unique and eclectic image of the Freebirds concept. The image of the tenant calls for a more diverse building material along with a more diverse color use and application. We are designing a tilt wall building at this time. Each of the tilt wall panels will endure unique qualities in relation to the other tilt wall panels of the same building. We will accomplish this by texturing the panels using molds, form liners, scoring and textured paint (we have provided samples herein). This material partially satisfies the concrete product requirements called out in section 7.9D1f. Section 7.9D 1 f calls for, "any concrete product so long as it has an integrated color and is textured or patterned or covered with brick, stone, marble, granite, or tile or material fabricated to simulate brick, stone, marble or granite ". We are using a concrete product that is textured and patterned but does not have an integrated color. The color will be applied as a textured paint to insure: (i) versatility — (in the same tilt wall panel we will use two to three different patterns and/or textures that require two to three different colors) and (ii) durability — (when tilt wall is hit or chipped we simply calk and texture paint the blemish to match the rest of the building). The versatility will not be able to be obtained if we were to integrate the color into the concrete before it is cured, due to each panel being one large slab of concrete. Our design team is unsure of the durability of integrated colored tilt wall panels, due to (1) unfamiliarity with the integrated coloring in the tilt wall product and (2) the inability to repair effectively damages such as chips, scrapes and fading. In order to obtain our goals in versatility, unique and eclectic imaging and durability, we ask that the city allow us to texture and pattern the tilt wall panels by utilizing molds, form liners, scoring, and textured paint and waive the integrated color requirement. Our design and construction team, believes that this variance request meets the standards laid out in Article 7.9 K (1) and (2) of the Non - Residential Architectural Standards. Thank you for your review and consideration of our concerns. We look forward to providing a unique and modern, yet simple and tasteful presence for Freebirds World Burrito at this high profile location in College Station. Sincerely, J l Bryan Danna Partner MITCHELL 511 University Drive East, Suite 204 Letter Of Transmittal College Station, TX 77840 (979) 260 -6963 Date: Job: I (979) 260 -3564 Fax 1 R0 t 05J M O R G A N info@mitchellandmorgan.com www.mitchellandmorgan.com Attention: To: IV) V -g 1 AtAo 6...C16 4 Re: R W 11•0 - (Z 3tP_.OS We are sending you: tY.1 Attached ❑ Under separate cover via the following: ❑ Drawings ❑ Plans ❑ Prints ❑ Samples p ❑ Specifications ❑ Letter ❑ Order ❑ Other Item Date # of Copies Description I 1 0 I — Peg tee) 2. 1 it P 42 3 1 N a • 3 IA ba 4 1 txAG a. ' V .4 I — r. 4G1L ? '( tStc»Js ' fib CO &Wok- 5 2 44 % le . , (0 1 413 . r r . Transmitted as checked below: H For approval ❑ Approved as noted ❑ Resubmit copies for approval For your use ❑ Approved as submitted ❑ Submit copies for distribution ❑ As requested ❑ Returned for corrections ❑ Return corrected copies ® For review ❑ Other Remarks: I .Vttla..S I ALAKA 1q .G iI S►, 11. ser op avitpogS +e - j tlZ cat -tels . \4e beucA/e eke baAc46 oN Col Potz M ! �tY it3G- �0 1 ' 1 {-1ef t DegiAc.1 - to `t�k- LAC -fit" Vee,144 G 1ti( v - nN 1 A-1 • ! He A01) fur OF Ea.244116Ns Ace OuR-- - it) ° i Oa ( "A- 2 1 10 P (AttL 1`C5r a. 06- 146 mil(? -) "fog-" " 2 e-ee '156 ts - 13-1G eiJILDt$ Copy to: Signed: tEett1JtCdi ► % \ z b AT-el- NIL 7,61/46- - lb 123zAcii Y60 _ __ ?b &NSCU,.S . Page 1 of 1 Lindsay Boyer - Residence Inn PAC information From: Lindsay Boyer To: Stewart Kling Date: 9/20/2006 3:46 PM Subject: Residence Inn PAC information CC: Ken Fogle Stewart, I looked into the sign issue with Rosa's. And everything is good with their sign. The permit that was issued allows for 50 sf (where it currently looks like the base) for additional signage for the rear lot. You will probably want to contact Ken Taft about their sign and see what needs to be done, if it's just replacing a cabinet or something else to get a sign for Residence Inn on there. It does not look like there is a cabinet there, but they may have done something else to accommodate it. Also, they have several plantings in front of the sign, which are not required but would block the Residence Inn sign once it was installed, so you might also want to address that issue. As for the low - profile, unless the text of the sign was considered not visible from the neighboring property, then it would not be permitted. However, there is the ability to have directional signs (1 per curb cut) that can have logo up to 50% of the sign. These signs are limited to 3 square feet. I spoke with Ken about the driveway closest to Rosa's and he would prefer that if it is absolutely necessary for the second entrance, that it be Tined up with the opposite curb cut that provides access to the University Town Center behind the restaurants. Let me know if you have any additional questions. Thanks - Lindsay Lindsay B. Boyer Staff Planner City of College Station 1101 Texas Avenue S. College Station, Texas 77840 (979) 764 -3570 / (979) 764 -3496 Fax I boyer. @cstx.gov www.cstx.gov file: / /C: \Documents and Settings \1hnvP, C STY�r m oa t graffi ine TA,,,r\run (W Al writ . W inn innni Page 1 of 1 Lindsay Boyer - Residence Inn PAC information From: Lindsay Boyer To: Stewart Kling Date: 9/20/2006 3:46 PM Subject: Residence Inn PAC information CC: Ken Fogle Stewart, I looked into the sign issue with Rosa's. And everything is good with their sign. The permit that was issued allows for 50 sf (where it currently looks like the base) for additional signage for the rear lot. You will probably want to contact Ken Taft about their sign and see what needs to be done, if it's just replacing a cabinet or something else to get a sign for Residence Inn on there. It does not look like there is a cabinet there, but they may have done something else to accommodate it. Also, they have several plantings in front of the sign, which are not required but would block the Residence Inn sign once it was installed, so you might also want to address that issue. As for the low - profile, unless the text of the sign was considered not visible from the neighboring property, then it would not be permitted. However, there is the ability to have directional signs (1 per curb cut) that can have logo up to 50% of the sign. These signs are limited to 3 square feet. I spoke with Ken about the driveway closest to Rosa's and he would prefer that if it is absolutely necessary for the second entrance, that it be lined up with the opposite curb cut that provides access to the University Town Center behind the restaurants. Let me know if you have any additional questions. Thanks - Lindsay Lindsay B. Boyer Staff Planner City of College Station 1101 Texas Avenue S. College Station, Texas 77840 (979) 764 -3570 / (979) 764 -3496 Fax Iboyer @cstx.gov www.cstx.gov file: / /C:\Documents and Settings \lboyer.CSTX \Local Settings \Temp \GW }00003.HTM 11/28/2006 From: "Veronica Morgan" <v @mitchellandmorgan.com> To: 'Trey Fletcher "' <Tfeetcher @cstx.gov> Date: 8/9/2005 9:22:56 AM Subject: RE: Freebirds - DRB - Colors Trey, Thanks for the information... We will be getting our packet you this week. Veronica y y r Veronica J.B. Morgan, PE, CFM Mitchell & Morgan, LLP . 511 University Dr. E., Suite 204 ; College Station, Texas 77840 p: (979) 260 -6963 - f: (979) 260 -3564 _ �r CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: This e -mail and any files transmitt contain privileged and confidential information and are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which they are addressed. If you are not the intended recipient or the person responsible for delivering the e-mail to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination or copying of this e-mail or any of its attachment(s) is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sending individual or entity by e -mail and permanently delete the original e-mail and attachment(s) from your computer system. DISCLAIMER: This data is authorized "AS IS" without any warranty as to its performance, accuracy, freedom from error, or as to any resu generated through its use, including without limitation, any imp lied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. You assume the entire risk as to the results and performance of this data. Original Message From: Trey Fletcher [mailto:Tfletcher @cstx.govj Sent: Monday, August 08, 2005 10:37 AM To: v @mitchellandmorgan.com Subject: Freebirds - DRB - Colors Veronica, As a follow -up to our conversation late last week: * No application * No application fee * Submit letter and materials adequate to address Section 7.9.K.2. by the Monday deadline on August 15th at the latest. Staff reports must be completed by the following Friday. This will be an amendment to 05 -109, please indicate this when you turn in this material. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, Trey Trey Fletcher, AICP Senior Planner Dept. of Planning & Development Services City of College Station 1101 Texas Avenue S. College Station, Texas 77840 979.764.3570 / 979.764.3496 Fax tletcher@cstx.gov www.cstx.gov College Station. Heart of the Research Valley. CC: "Adolfo Alzate" <aalzate @stm3.com>