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Home My WebLink About12/03/2021 - Agenda Packet - Design Review BoardCollege Station, TX Meeting Agenda Design Review Board 1101 Texas Ave, College Station, TX 77840 Internet: https://zoom.us/j/85419890897 *Phone: 888 475 4499 and Meeting ID: 854 1989 0897 The City Council may or may not attend this meeting. December 3, 2021 11:00 AM Administrative Conference Room College Station, TX Page 1 This meeting will offer both in-person and remote participation following both the City’s Guidelines for in-person, virtual attendance, and the speaker protocol in the agenda. The city uses a third-party vendor to help host the meeting and if the call-in number is not functioning access will be through the internet link only. 1.Call meeting to order and consider absence requests. 2.Hear Visitors. Speaker Protocol: An individual who wishes to address the Design Review Board regarding any item on the Regular Agenda, shall register with the Board Secretary prior to 9 a.m. on the day of the meeting. To register, the individual must provide a name and phone number by calling 979.764.3743 or emailing tromero@cstx.gov prior to 9 a.m. To submit written comments to the Board, email tromero@cstx.gov and they will be distributed to the Board. Upon being called to speak, an individual must state their name and city of residence, including the state of residence if the city is located out of state. Speakers are encouraged to identify their College Station neighborhood or geographic location. Each speaker's remarks are limited to three (3) minutes. Any speaker addressing the Board through the use of a translator may speak for six (6) minutes. At the (3) minute mark, the Board Secretary will announce that the speaker must conclude their remarks. 3.Agenda Items 3.1.Consideration, discussion and possible action to approve meeting minutes. Attachments:1.September 24, 2021 3.2.Presentation, discussion, and possible action to consider Alternative Compliance to the Unified Development Ordinance Section 7.10 Non-Residential Architectural Standards for Kraken's Revenge Mini Golf located at 508 Earl Rudder Freeway South. Case #NRA2021-000030 Sponsors:Jesse Dimeolo Attachments:1.Staff Report 2.Letter from Architect 3.Elevations 4.Proposed Site Plan 5.Renderings of Site Plan and Elevations 4.Discussion and possible action on future agenda items. Page 1 of 24 Design Review Board Page 2 December 3, 2021 A member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting. 5.Adjourn. Adjournment into Executive Session may occur in order to consider any item listed on the agenda if a matter is raised that is appropriate for Executive Session discussion. I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the website and at College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas, on November 22, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. City Secretary This building is wheelchair accessible. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services such as interpreters, readers, or large print are asked to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (979) 764-3541, TDD at 1-800-735-2989, or email adaassistance@cstx.gov at least two business days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. If the City does not receive notification at least two business days prior to the meeting, the City will make a reasonable attempt to provide the necessary accommodations. Penal Code § 30.07. Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun. "Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun) A Person Licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (Handgun Licensing Law), may not enter this Property with a Handgun that is Carried Openly." Codigo Penal § 30.07. Traspasar Portando Armas de Mano al Aire Libre con Licencia. “Conforme a la Seccion 30.07 del codigo penal (traspasar portando armas de mano al aire libre con licencia), personas con licencia bajo del Sub-Capitulo H, Capitulo 411, Codigo de Gobierno (Ley de licencias de arma de mano), no deben entrar a esta propiedad portando arma de mano al aire libre.” Page 2 of 24 Minutes Design Review Board September 24, 2021 11:00 AM Phone: *888 475 4499 and Webinar ID: 834 7113 5677 Internet: https://zoom.us/j/83471135677 Board Members Present: Jeremy Osborne, Ray Holliday, William McKinney, Luke Marvel, and Susan McGrail Board Members Absent: David Hebert Staff Present: Director of Planning & Development Services Michael Ostrowski. Assistant Director Molly Hitchcock, Staff Planner Jesse Dimeolo, Administrative Support Specialist Kristen Hejny, and Staff Assistant Tiffany Romero AGENDA ITEM NO. 1: Call to order. Chairperson Osborne called the meeting to order at 11:01 a.m. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2: Hear Visitors No visitors spoke. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.1: Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting minutes. • August 27, 2021 Board Member McKinney motioned to approve the minutes. Board Member Marvel seconded the motion, which passed (5-0). AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.2: Presentation, discussion, and possible action to consider an appeal to the Unified Development Ordinance Section 7.7 Buffer Requirements for the Creek Place Retail located at 2711 Texas Avenue South. Case #AWV2021-000019 Staff Planner Dimeolo presented the item to the Board, and recommended approval. Applicant, Kerry Pillow, presented to the Board, and was available for questions. Board Member Marvel had questions about the access to the site. There was general discussion amongst the Board. Board Member McKinney asked for clarification on what was being requested from the applicant. Page 3 of 24 Staff Planner Dimeolo clarified that the applicant was requesting a waiver to the buffering requirements between the properties. Board Member Holiday wanted clarification if the buffer was approved would that cover the future phase. Assistant Director Molly Hitchcock verified if its approved today it would cover the future phase. Board Member McKinney motioned to approve the request as proposed. Board Member Marvel second the motion, motion passed (5-0) AGENDA ITEM NO. 4: Possible action and discussion on future agenda items – A Design Review Board Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting. There were no items presented. AGENDA ITEM NO. 5: Adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 11:15 a.m. APPROVED: _________________________________ Chairperson, Jeremy Osborne ATTEST: _________________________________ Tiffany Romero, Staff Assistant Page 4 of 24 Design Review Board December 3, 2021 Page 1 of 4 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD Non-Residential Architectural Standards Alternative Compliance for Kraken’s Revenge Mini Golf NRA2021-000030 REQUEST: Alternative compliance to the Non-Residential Architectural Standards LOCATION: 508 Earl Rudder Freeway S ZONING DISTRICT: GC General Commercial APPLICANT: Derick Biddinger, Tiny Town Studios PROJECT MANAGER: Jesse DiMeolo, Staff Planner jdimeolo@cstx.gov ITEM SUMMARY: An outdoor, 18 hole mini-golf course with small structures on approximately 25,000 square feet in area, located on 1.09 acres near the intersection of University Drive East and State Highway 6 Frontage Road West. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Non-Residential Architectural Standards in UDO Section 7.10 are intended to promote visual interest along building facades within view of a public right-of-way. By using natural and built features to create a unique and special place themed as a pirate cove, the proposed buildings at Kraken’s Revenge Mini Golf would add visual interest and attract visitors to the area. Strict adherence to the Unified Development Ordinance would not allow for creativity of the designer and venue. Staff recommends approval of the Alternative Compliance Request. Page 5 of 24 Page 6 of 24 Design Review Board December 3, 2021 Page 3 of 4 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY As stated in Section 7.10.A of the Unified Development Ordinance, non-residential architectural standards are intended to: 1) Protect and enhance the character and quality of non-residential buildings and associated site elements in the interest of the general welfare of the City; 2) Establish minimum design parameters for the appearance of non-residential buildings, including heightened standards for more visible and prominent areas of the community; 3) Not limit architectural creativity or prescribe a specific architectural style; and 4) Provide a balance between the community’s economic and aesthetic concerns. The Unified Development Ordinance grants the Design Review Board (DRB) the authority to hear and decide proposals for alternative compliance to the Non-Residential Architectural Standards. Specifically, Section 7.10.D states: "The Design Review Board (DRB) may authorize variation to the overall requirements of the Non-Residential Architectural Standards through application from a licensed architect for an alternative compliance approval that would allow innovative or visually interesting design or to address unique circumstances not otherwise permitted through strict adherence to this section. Such requests must show reasonable evidence that the purposes of the requirements as set forth in this section were maintained and the additional design flexibility afforded does not provide a means to permit design of lesser quality." Based on these criteria, the Design Review Board can act upon the proposed request as follows: 1) Approve the request as proposed; 2) Approve the request with conditions; or 3) Deny the request. STANDARD CRITERIA: In order to promote quality construction and visually interesting non-residential structures, the UDO specifies minimum architectural standards to achieve this goal. Non-residential building projects in the GC General Commercial zoning district that wish to go through the staff review process would need to comply with the following standards. 1. Horizontal Façade Articulation (wall plane projections or recessions) Façade articulation of at least 4 feet in depth is required on the first 2 stories of primary facades over 200 feet in length, with not more that 33% of any primary façade on the same plane. 2. Building Entry Design All public entrances on a building are to feature a protected entry though the use of an awning, canopy, porte-cochere, recessed entry or the like. 3. Architectural Relief (Canopies, awnings, wall plane projections, columns, pilasters, cornices, recessed entries, balconies, etc.) The first 2 stories of a façade facing a public street have to have at least 1 architectural relief element for every 25 feet. There have to be at least 2 different types of relief on the façade, with no element consisting of more than 50% of the required elements. Design elements can be grouped, but there should not be more than 75 feet of façade without a relief element. Page 7 of 24 Design Review Board December 3, 2021 Page 3 of 4 4. Roof and Roofline Design On buildings 3 stories or less, the horizontal line of a flat roof or parapet along a primary entrance façade and along any façade facing a minor arterial thoroughfare (or higher classified street), shall vary up or down by at least 2 feet so that no more than 66% of the roofline is on the same elevation. When required to articulate, the parapet roof line shall feature a will-defined cornice or other element to visually cap the building along the roofline. 5. Building Materials After the 86th Texas Legislature passed H.B. 2439 in 2019, the City may no longer regulate building materials allowed by the International Building Code in the GC General Commercial zoning district. Materials that are presented as part of an alternative compliance process may be considered. ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE: The intent of the Design Review Board’s alternative compliance process is to offer an approval option that allows architects and the Board the ability to discuss overall visions and individual design decisions, focusing on what the architect and building owner are trying to achieve without a focus on non-compliant design elements. The architect for the project has provided a letter regarding the request, which is attached to this report. The applicant states that with the composition and variety of materials and detailing provided, this building meets the design intent of the Non-Residential Architectural Standards outlined in the Unified Development Ordinance. SUPPORTING MATERIALS: 1. Letter from the Architect 2. Elevations 3. Proposed Site Plan 4. Renderings of Site Plan and Elevations Page 8 of 24 www.thetfordarchitecture.com ● 979-587-6483 ● alan@thetfordarchitecture.com ● College Station, Texas 77840 October 29, 2021 Design Review Board City of College Station 1101 Texas Ave. College Station, Texas 77842 Re: Alternative Compliance for Non-Residential Architectural Standards Dear Design Review Board Members, The purpose of this letter is to request permission for alternative compliance to the City of College Station’s Non-Residential Architectural Standards. The proposed project is a miniature golf course called Kraken’s Revenge and is located between the existing Olive Garden and the existing Ramada on North Earl Rudder Freeway. Due to the unique nature of a mini-golf course, the small proposed structures have been designed to promote an atmosphere consistent with the theme of a pirate cove. As a result, strict adherence to the Non-Residential Architectural standards will be detrimental to the atmosphere of the venue. However, the following applicable requirements will be met:  Building Entry Design (7.10.C.3.b) o Rather than a visible entrance to one specific building, a sense of arrival and shelter will be provided through the use of building position and site work (refer to the main entrance on the northeast side of the site on C1.1).  Architectural Relief (7.10.C.3.c) o The primary structures avoid monotony through the use of architectural relief appropriate to the scale of the structures, variation with materials, and diversity of colors.  Building Materials (7.10.C.3.e) o Where possible, glass fiber reinforced concrete has been used to provide “concrete products with integral color and patterned to simulate stone”, but it is not possible to meet the 30% minimum requirement on each separate structure facing N. Earl Rudder Frwy. However, the aggregate total on the site is greater than 20%. o Wood siding represents greater than 30% of the façade on several different structures, but we believe the theme of the mini-golf course allows this to meet the intent of the Non-Residential Architectural Page 9 of 24 www.thetfordarchitecture.com ● 979-587-6483 ● alan@thetfordarchitecture.com ● College Station, Texas 77840 standards. Thank you for your careful consideration of our application for alternative compliance, and we look forward to receiving your response. Schematic Design has been provided by Tiny Town Studios, site planning and civil design by McClure & Brown Engineering/Surveying, Inc., and architectural documentation will be provided by Thetford Architecture, LLC. Sincerely, Alan Thetford Architect Reg. No. 24267 Page 10 of 24 Page 11 of 24 Page 12 of 24 Page 13 of 24 Page 14 of 24 Page 15 of 24 Page 16 of 24 Page 17 of 24 C1.1Site Plan Kraken's Revenge Mini Golf McCLURE & BROWNE ENGINEERING/SURVEYING, INC. Engineer Reg. No. F-458 · Survey Reg. No. 101033-00 1008 Woodcreek Dr., Suite 103 College Station, Tx. 77845 · (979) 693-3838 ISSUED FOR BIDDINGAND CONSTRUCTION12 34567891016 17181213141511 KRAKEN'S REVENGEMINIATURE GOLF COURSE RES T R O O M TIC K E T S SHIPMistingStationTreeHouseSk u l l R o c k Pirate's PrisonPage 18 of 24 Kraken’s Revenge Miniature Golf OVERVIEW MAP ATTRACTION NOTES: Multiple Picture Op Features - Pirates in Prison @ #1 Players can pose giving thekeys to the pirates or holding them away. - Skull Rock @ #18 Players can pose at the endof their memorable round atthe Skull Rock Wall - Kraken Mister @ #9 Players can cool off and take a social media worthypic at the same time!- Multiple other smaller Set Pieces around the course -Central Lagoon with playable wrecked Pirate Ship being attacked by the Kraken- Small Business Pirates are setting up shop around the area, everything from Sharky’s Used Boards to Pillory PictureOp Pirates-Multiple Misting Stations including Kraken Tentacles, Pirate Boat Hut, and Bone Pile Misters Page 19 of 24 Kraken’s Revenge Miniature Golf ENTRANCE - POINT OF SALE Page 20 of 24 Kraken’s Revenge Miniature Golf ENTRANCE - RESTROOMS Page 21 of 24 Kraken’s Revenge Miniature Golf ATTRACTION VISUAL - HOLE #7 Page 22 of 24 Kraken’s Revenge Miniature Golf ATTRACTION VISUAL - HOLE #8 Page 23 of 24 Kraken’s Revenge Miniature Golf ATTRACTION VISUAL - KRAKEN MISTER Page 24 of 24