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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_HARC_01.13.2014Notice of Meeting for the Historic and Architectural Review Commission Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee of the City of Georgetown January 13, 2014 at 4:00 PM at Georgetown Municipal Complex, 300-1 Industrial Ave Georgetown, TX 78626 The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please contact the City at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City Hall at 113 East 8th Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Regular Session (This Regular Session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.) A Review and possible action on the minutes from the December 12, 2013 Sign Subcommittee meeting. B Public Hearing and possible action on a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 7 (SW/PT), .0705 acres, located at 103 E. 8th St (CDC-2013-058) C Public Hearing and possible action on a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 3 (C/PT), .0505 acres, located at 707 S. Main St (CDC-2013-057) Adjournment Adjournment. CERTIFICATE OF POSTING I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the ______ day of __________________, 2014, at __________, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. ____________________________________ Jessica Brettle, City Secretary City of Georgetown, Texas SUBJECT: Review and possible action on the minutes from the December 12, 2013 Sign Subcommittee meeting. ITEM SUMMARY: FINANCIAL IMPACT: SUBMITTED BY: MCS ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Minutes from 121213 Sign Subcommittee Backup Material HARC Sign Subcommittee Page 1 of 1 Meeting: December 12, 2013 City of Georgetown, Texas Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee Meeting Minutes Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. Council and Courts Building 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, TX 78626 Members present: Nancy Knight and Tim Urban Absent: Richard Mee Staff present: Matt Synatschk, Historic Planner; Jackson Daly, Executive Assistant; Andreina Davilla, Project Coordinator and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary Call to order by Urban at 5:34 p.m. and he read the order of business. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee is responsible for hearing and taking final action on sign applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Sign Subcommittee, for consideration and possible action on the following: 1. Review and possible action on the minutes from the November 11, 2013 Sign Subcommittee meeting. Motion by Knight to approve the minutes. Second by Urban. Approved 2 – 0. 2. Public Hearing and possible action on a Certificate of Design Compliance Request for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 52, Lot 3(s/pt), .1106 acres, located at 809 S. Main Street (CDC-2013-056) Synatschk presented the staff report. The applicant is requesting a CDC for an A-frame sign on the sidewalk. There were no questions of the applicant. Urban opened the public hearing and with no speakers coming forth, closed it. Motion by Knight to approve the application that meets the guidelines. Second by Urban. Approved 2 – 0. 3. Adjournment. Urban adjourned the meeting at 5:37 p.m. ________________________ _____________________________ Approved, Tim Urban, Chair Attest, Nancy Knight City of Georgetown, Texas SUBJECT: Public Hearing and possible action on a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 7 (SW/PT), .0705 acres, located at 103 E. 8th St (CDC-2013-058) ITEM SUMMARY: FINANCIAL IMPACT: SUBMITTED BY: MCS ATTACHMENTS: Description Type CDC-2013-058 Staff Report Backup Material Georgetown Planning and Development Department Staff Report Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 103 East 8th Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 1 of 4 Meeting Date: January 13, 2014 Item: 2 File No: CDC-2013-058 Project Planner: Matt Synatschk, Historic Planner Report Date: January 8, 2014 Staff Recommendation: Approval Item Description Public Hearing and possible action on a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 7 (SW/PT), .0705 acres, located at 103 E. 8th St Item Details Project Name: Signage for Goodwater Investments Project Address: 103 E 8th St Location: North side of 8th Street, between Main and Church Legal Description: City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 7 (SW/PT), .0705 acres Overlay: Area 1 Applicant: Greg Bowden Applicable Guidelines: 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.8, 9.10, 9.11, 9.13, & 9.25 Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 103 east 8th Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 2 of 4 Applicant’s Request The applicant seeks Certificate of Design Compliance approval from HARC for exterior signage on the primary facade. The request includes one canopy mounted sign facing Main Street, a projecting sign over the 8th Street primary entrance, door signage and a portable sign. Renderings and further details for the proposed are provided below and within the applicant’s supporting documents attached to the report. Sign Details Projecting Sign: Door Sign (2): Canopy Mounted Sign: Height/Width (Total sq ft) 1.58 ft by 3.67 ft (5.79 sq ft) Building width is 60 feet Colors Blue, Gold, White Material MDO, Vinyl Location Mounted on bracket above primary entrance Height/Width (Total sq ft) .62 ft by 1.67 ft (1.03 square feet) Total door is 8 square feet Colors White Material Vinyl Location Mounted on inside of door Height/Width (Total sq ft) 2.58 ft by 6 ft (2.67 sq ft) Building width is 60 feet Colors Blue, Gold, White Material MDO and Vinyl Location Mounted on Main Street canopy Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 103 east 8th Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 3 of 4 Staff Analysis Guideline 9.1 – Consider the building front as part of an overall sign program. • The proposed signage complements the architecture and color palate of the primary façade of the structure. Guideline 9.2 – A sign shall be subordinate to the overall building composition. • The proposed sign design is in scale with the structure and accents the architectural features. The canopy sign must be scaled to fit within the tie rods. Guideline 9.3 – A primary sign should identify the services or businesses offered within. • Each proposed sign design clearly identifies the business housed within the structure. Guideline 9.8 – A window sign may be considered. • The proposed window signage does not exceed 50% of any single window and is less than 30% of all glass. Guideline 9.10 – A projecting sign may be considered. • The projecting sign mounted the entrance increases visibility for the business and assists pedestrians and automotive traffic in identifying the business located within the building. Guideline 9.11 – Awning and canopy signs may be considered. • The canopy mounted sign is appropriate for the structure. It allows the character defining transom windows to remain visible while providing signage for the business. Guideline 9.13 – A portable sign may be considered in the Downtown Overlay District • The proposed portable sign is a 2 foot by 3 foot A frame design and will be placed on the sidewalk during business hours. Guideline 9.25 – Signage should have a professional quality and finished appearance. • The proposed sign plan is designed to be a permanent signage and will be professionally constructed and installed. Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 103 east 8th Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 4 of 4 Public Comments As of the date of this report, no public comments have been received. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Design Compliance for the following items: 1) Canopy mounted sign scaled to fit within tierods 2) Door Signs as proposed 3) Projecting sign as proposed 4) Portable sign as proposed Attachments Sign details, including pictures and renderings Submitted By Matt Synatschk, Historic Planner External Signage Application 103 E. 8th St. Georgetown, TX 78626 Phone: 512-686-1080 To Whom it may concern; Our intent in this application is to apply for external signage for Goodwater Wealth Management Group of Raymond James ® located at 103 E. 8th St. We have included details on three different sign applications complete with locations, dimensions and code compliance. Thank you for your time in reviewing this and we look forward to answering any questions or concerns you might have. We are extremely excited to be downtown and to be part of the history and character of the square. Sincerely, Greg Bowden, Doug Noble and Rod Dahl Goodwater Wealth of Raymond James® Sign 1- Projecting Sign Details of Sign: This sign will measure 44”x19” made of MDO panel with painted edges and printed vinyl overlay. Cost of sign: $58.06 (does not include installation, brackets or supplies needed to install) Code Compliance: Sign will be hung eight feet off the sidewalk to ensure the eight foot clearance rule, and not to block neighboring business es' existing sign Sign will easily stay within the ½ of the sidewalk width as the sidewalk measures over 120” at that point. Sign material and structure are consistent with other signs in the downtown area keeping with the character of the district Sign 2 – Primary Sign Details of Sign This sign will measure 96” x 41.4” made of MDO with painted edges and printed vinyl overlay. Cost of sign is $276.67 (does not include installation, brackets or supplies needed to install) Design Guidelines and Code Compliance The sign has been designed to be in balance with the overall character of the building and other signs on the square. The size of the sign keeps the sign subordinate to the overall building composition, and reinforces the linear lines of the existing awning. The placement of the sign allows for the already existing street lamp to provide adequate lighting thus eliminating the need for additional lighting structures. The sign will be mounted in a way consistent with other existing signs mounted on top of the awning on the square. Color Guidelines: Both Signs comply with the 9.19 guideline of no more than three colors. Sign 3 – Window Entry Signs Signs on both entry doors provide a clean professional look and stay well within the guidelines of 9.8 External Signage Application 103 E. 8th St. Georgetown, TX 78626 Phone: 512-686-1080 To Whom it may concern; Our intent in this application is to apply for external signage for Goodwater Wealth Management Group of Raymond James ® located at 103 E. 8th St. We have included details on three different sign applications complete with locations, dimensions and code compliance. Thank you for your time in reviewing this and we look forward to answering any questions or concerns you might have. We are extremely excited to be downtown and to be part of the history and character of the square. Sincerely, Greg Bowden, Doug Noble and Rod Dahl Goodwater Wealth of Raymond James® Sign 1- Projecting Sign Details of Sign: This sign will measure 44”x19” made of MDO panel with painted edges and printed vinyl overlay. Cost of sign: $58.06 (does not include installation, brackets or supplies needed to install) Code Compliance: Sign will be hung eight feet off the sidewalk to ensure the eight foot clearance rule, and not to block neighboring business es' existing sign Sign will easily stay within the ½ of the sidewalk width as the sidewalk measures over 120” at that point. Sign material and structure are consistent with other signs in the downtown area keeping with the character of the district Sign 2 – Primary Sign Details of Sign This sign will measure 72” x 31” made of MDO with painted edges and printed vinyl overlay. Cost of sign is $276.67 (does not include installation, brackets or supplies needed to install) Design Guidelines and Code Compliance The sign has been designed to be in balance with the overall character of the building and other signs on the square. The size of the sign keeps the sign subordinate to the overall building composition, and reinforces the linear lines of the existing awning. The sign will be mounted in a way consistent with other existing signs mounted on top of the awning on the square. Color Guidelines: Both Signs comply with the 9.19 guideline of no more than three colors. Sign 3 – Window Entry Signs Signs on both entry doors provide a clean professional look and stay well within the guidelines of 9.8 City of Georgetown, Texas SUBJECT: Public Hearing and possible action on a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 3 (C/PT), .0505 acres, located at 707 S. Main St (CDC-2013-057) ITEM SUMMARY: FINANCIAL IMPACT: SUBMITTED BY: MCS ATTACHMENTS: Description Type CDC-2013-057 Staff Report Backup Material Georgetown Planning and Development Department Staff Report Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 707 South Main Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 1 of 4 Meeting Date: January 13, 2014 Item: 3 File No: CDC-2013-057 Project Planner: Matt Synatschk, Historic Planner Report Date: January 8, 2014 Staff Recommendation: Approval Item Description Public Hearing and possible action on a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 3 (C/PT), .0505 acres, located at 707 S. Main St Item Details Project Name: Signage for Visiting Angels Project Address: 707 S Main Street Location: East side of Courthouse Square Legal Description: City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 3 (C/PT), .0505 acres Overlay: Area 1 Applicant: Ryan Searight Applicable Guidelines: 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.8, 9.10, 9.11, 9.13, & 9.25 Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 707 South Main Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 2 of 4 Applicant’s Request The applicant seeks Certificate of Design Compliance approval from HARC for exterior signage on the primary facade. The request includes one canopy mounted sign facing Main Street one hanging sign and door signage. Renderings and further details for the proposed are provided below and within the applicant’s supporting documents attached to the report. Sign Details Flush Mounted Sign: Door Sign: Hanging Sign: Height/Width (Total sq ft) 2 ft by 6 ft (12 sq ft) Building width is 42 feet Colors Blue, Green, White Material MDO, Vinyl Location Mounted underneath center window between tie rods Height/Width (Total sq ft) 1.17 ft by 1.79 ft (2.09 square feet) Total door is 10 square feet Colors White Material Vinyl Location Mounted on inside of door Height/Width (Total sq ft) 1 ft by 3 ft (3 square feet) Colors White, Blue, Green Material MDO, Vinyl Location Hung underneath canopy Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 707 South Main Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 3 of 4 Staff Analysis Guideline 9.1 – Consider the building front as part of an overall sign program. • The proposed signage complements the architecture and color palate of the primary façade of the structure. Guideline 9.2 – A sign shall be subordinate to the overall building composition. • The proposed sign design is in scale with the structure and accents the architectural features. The canopy sign must be scaled to fit within the tie rods. Guideline 9.3 – A primary sign should identify the services or businesses offered within. • Each proposed sign design clearly identifies the business housed within the structure. Guideline 9.6 – A flush-mounted wall sign may be considered • The flush mounted sign is appropriate for the structure and mounts within an architecturally defined space on the building. Guideline 9.8 – A window sign may be considered. • The proposed window signage does not exceed 50% of any single window and is less than 30% of all glass. Guideline 9.9 – A hanging sign may be considered. • The proposed hanging sign is appropriate for the structure and fits within the size requirements. Guideline 9.25 – Signage should have a professional quality and finished appearance. • The proposed sign plan is designed to be a permanent signage and will be professionally constructed and installed. Public Comments As of the date of this report, no public comments have been received. Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee 707 South Main Street Certificate of Design Compliance Page 4 of 4 Staff Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Design Compliance for the following items: 1) Flush mounted sign 2) Door Sign as proposed 3) Hanging sign as proposed Attachments Sign details, including pictures and renderings Submitted By Matt Synatschk, Historic Planner City of Georgetown, Texas SUBJECT: Adjournment. ITEM SUMMARY: FINANCIAL IMPACT: SUBMITTED BY: