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HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff ReportDESIGN REVIEW BOARD STAFF REPORT Project Manager: Crissy Hart[ Report Date: November 3, 2005 Email: chartl(cD-cstx.gov Meeting Date: November 11, 2005 For 109 BOYETT ST. (SDSP) (05- 00500193) Zoning District: NG -1 Commercial Northgate Location: 109 Boyett Street Applicant: Aaron Curs Item Summary: The applicant is proposing facade changes, building an outdoor patio, and a new sign for 109 Boyett Street. The facade changes include covering the existing cedar planks with standard earth tone stone materials. The applicant is also proposing to recess the right side of the building to add a covered patio for outdoor seating. The applicant is also proposing new sign for the establishment. Item Background: This building is not listed as a structure of priority according to the Northgate Historic Resources Comprehensive Survey. The applicant's proposed changes and improvements include the following details: • The masonry materials the applicant is proposing to use is a neutral Austin Stone, which meets the recommendations of the Northgate Design Guidelines. • The patio will be approximately 240 square feet and fenced in by a 3 foot aluminum rail. The patio will be able to hold 3 tables and a 3' 6" bar table, seating a total of 16 people. • The sign will be made of wood with a dark brown stain, which also meets the recommendations of the Northgate Design Guidelines. The sign will be placed on the wall at pedestrian height and it meets the size requirements for an attached sign. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval for the proposed facade changes and signage. It is the opinion of staff that the proposed facade improvements and signage meets the goals set forth in the Northgate Design Guidelines. Issues /Items for Review: 1. Architectural character • Mass & Scale • Style • Color • Building elements 2. Signage • Type • Design • Placement Supporting Materials: 1. Location Map 2. Application 3. Copy of site plan DESIGN REVIEW BOARD STAFF REPORT Project Manager: Crissy Hartl Report Date: November 3, 2005 Email: chartl(aD-cstx.gov Meeting Date: November 11, 2005 For 109 BOYETT ST. (SDSP) (05- 00500193) Zoning District: NG -1 Commercial Northgate Location: 109 Boyett Street Applicant: Aaron Curs Item Summary: The applicant is proposing facade changes, building an outdoor patio, and a new sign for 109 Boyett Street. The facade changes include covering the existing cedar planks with standard earth tone stone materials. The applicant is also proposing to recess the right side of the building to add a covered patio for outdoor seating. The applicant is also proposing new sign for the establishment. Item Background: This building is not listed as a structure of priority according to the Northgate Historic Resources Comprehensive Survey. The applicant's proposed changes and improvements include the following details: • The masonry materials the applicant is proposing to use is a neutral Austin Stone, which meets the recommendations of the Northgate Design Guidelines. • The patio will be approximately 240 square feet and fenced in by a 3 foot aluminum rail. The patio will be able to hold 3 tables and a 3' 6" bar table, seating a total of 16 people. • The sign will be made of wood with a dark brown stain, which also meets the recommendations of the Northgate Design Guidelines. The sign will be placed on the wall at pedestrian height and it meets the size requirements for an attached sign. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval for the proposed facade changes and signage. It is the opinion of staff that the proposed facade improvements and signage meets the goals set forth in the Northgate Design Guidelines. Issues /items for Review: 1. Architectural character • Mass & Scale • Style • Color • Building elements 2. Signage • Type • Design • Placement Supporting Materials: 1. Location Map 2. Application 3. Copy of site plan Good morning. Crissy Hard — Staff Planner. The item before you this morning is a request for facade improvements and new signage at 109 Boyett Street. Staff is recommending approval. The applicant is proposing to cover the existing cedar planks with neutral toned Austin Stone. (SHOW MATERIALS) The color and materials of the proposed facade improvements meet the recommendations of the Northgate Design Guidelines. The applicant is also proposing to recess the right side of the building and build a 240 square foot covered porch. The porch will be big enough for 3 tables and a 3 1 /z foot high bar table, seating a total of 16 people outdoors. The porch will be fenced in with 3 foot aluminum railing and will not have access to the sidewalk. It is the opinion of staff that the porch conveys a sense of human scale and improves the aesthetic qualities of Northgate. The applicant is proposing new signage for this site as well. The sign will be made of wood with a dark brown stain. (SHOW MATERIALS) The sign is proposed to be 11.7 square feet, which is well within allowed 128.45 square feet. The sign will be placed at pedestrian height. Staff feels that the elements of the proposed sign meet the recommendations of the Northgate Design Guidelines. Staff is recommending approval for the proposed facade improvements and proposed signage. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have. The applicant is also here to answer any questions you may have for him.