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Project #/Name
ARB- 2014 -140: The Shops at Stonefield Phase 2 Parcel G
Review Type
Final Site Development Plan
Parcel Identification
061WO0300019AO
Location
On the west side of Rt. 29, south of District Avenue
Zoned
Neighborhood Model District (NMD) /Entrance Corridor (EC)
Owner /Applicant
Albemarle Place EAAP LLC/Edens (Ryan Lorey)
Magisterial District
Jack Jouett
Proposal
To construct four retail buildings and associated site improvements in Block G of the Stonefield town center.
Context
This block of the town center is located adjacent to the Rt. 29 Entrance Corridor and is situated between the corridor and the Costco site. Northrup
Grumman/Sperry is located to the south. The main branch of the post office is located across Rt. 29 to the east. The Comdial building is located to the north.
Visibility
The Block G buildings will be readily visible from the Entrance Corridor. Proposed locations for buildings G1 and G2 are approximately 60' from the EC.
Proposed locations for buildings G3 and G4 are approximately 330' from the EC. The north, south and east elevations of each building will be visible.
ARB Meeting Date
January 5, 2015
Staff Contact
Margaret Maliszewski
PROJECT HISTORY
DATE
APPLICATION
RESULT
6/2/2014
Work session to
ARB members made the following comments:
receive the
1. If the revised layout provides the opportunity, configure the site plan in a way that makes the open/green spaces more civic in nature.
applicant's
2. The change in building size /location reduces density at the street edge and doesn't reinforce the EC edge. More density at the street edge
introduction to
would have a better impact on the EC because it provides better scale and more human scale.
the project
3. More building and less parking is needed along the EC for better pedestrian scale.
4. The long, unchanged height of Building G2 is a concern.
5. Regarding parapets and equipment screening, don't make buildings taller than necessary.
6. Continue to refine proportions and blank walls as was done in Phase 1.
3/28/2014
ARB- 2013 -157
Certificate of Appropriateness issued for Costco (Block F), including landscaping along the EC frontage and along the entrance road.
8/5/2013
ARB- 2013 -86
The ARB reviewed the Initial Site Plan for Blocks F and G and commented on a request for variations to the plan. Comments on the initial plan
included:
The standard lighting, landscaping and mechanical equipment notes are required on the site and architectural plans.
The quantity of trees required along the EC frontage may be greater than the guidelines minimum to compensate for the tree size limits
imposed by the existing utility easements.
Details on screening wall design will be required with the final site plan submittal. Screening walls should be compatible with the
appearance of building designs determined appropriate for the ECs.
Comments on the variation included:
A double staggered row of trees along the portion of the pedestrian corridor between the bus stop and District Avenue would have a more
appropriate appearance than the single row of trees shown in that location.
ANALYSIS
REF
GUIDELINE
ISSUE
RECOMMENDATION
Structure design
1
The goal of the regulation of the design of development within the
At the work session, the ARB commented: The long, unchanged
Indicate awning
designated Entrance Corridors is to insure that new development within
height of Building G2 is a concern. In response, the applicant
manufacturer, colors and
the corridors reflects the traditional architecture of the area. Therefore, it
indicates that the rooflines of buildings G 1 — G4 include variations
color numbers on the
is the purpose of ARB review and of these Guidelines, that proposed
to avoid overly - lengthy horizontals and to increase visual interest.
elevation drawings.
development within the designated Entrance Corridors reflect elements
G2 has only one bay that rises above the other bays of the building,
of design characteristic of the significant historical landmarks, buildings,
but the north and east elevations incorporate projections forward and
Provide a sample of the
and structures of the Charlottesville and Albemarle area, and to promote
back that help break up the mass.
gray metal and the tile.
orderly and attractive development within these corridors. Applicants
should note that replication of historic structures is neither required nor
The ARB also commented: Continue to refine proportions and
Revise the materials list to
desired.
blank walls as was done in Phase 1. The applicant has responded
that changes have been made to materials and wall planes, and green
indicate color names,
color numbers and
2
Visitors to the significant historical sites in the Charlottesville and
Albemarle area experience these sites as ensembles of buildings, land,
walls have been added.
manufacturer names for
and vegetation. In order to accomplish the integration of buildings, land,
each material and color.
and vegetation characteristic of these sites, the Guidelines require
The building designs proposed for Block G are generally consistent
attention to four primary factors: compatibility with significant historic
in form, proportions, details, materials and colors with those
Provide samples for
sites in the area; the character of the Entrance Corridor; site
approved for and constructed in the first phase of the town center
Sherwin Williams and Sto
development and layout; and landscaping.
development. Bay widths of the proposed buildings are consistent
colors and any colors not
3
New structures and substantial additions to existing structures should
with those in Phase 1. Phase 1 bay widths are mostly 20', and range
approved for the first
respect the traditions of the architecture of historically significant
from 15' to 30'. Block G bays are typically 20', with some ranging
phase of development.
buildings in the Charlottesville and Albemarle area.
from 17'6" to 22'6 ". Building heights are also consistent with those
Coordinate the G2 south
4
The examples contained in Appendix A should be used as a guide for
building design: the standard of compatibility with the area's historic
in Phase 1. Phase 1 heights range from 20' to 25', with some
elevations in the color
structures is not intended to impose a rigid design solution for new
features at 30'. Block G heights range from 23' to 29', depending on
perspective and the line
development. Replication of the design of the important historic sites in
topography.
drawing.
the area is neither intended nor desired. The Guideline's standard of
compatibility can be met through building scale, materials, and forms
The applicant has indicated that the materials and colors proposed
Correct the labels on the
which may be embodied in architecture which is contemporary as well
for the buildings in Block G are intended to match those used in the
north and east elevations
as traditional. The Guidelines allow individuality in design to
first phase of the development. However, some of the color names,
of Building G2.
accommodate varying tastes as well asspecial functional requirements.
numbers and/or manufacturers are not specified on the drawings or
they differ from what was previously approved. Changes include the
9
Building forms and features, including roofs, windows, doors, materials,
colors and textures should be compatible with the forms and features of
following:
the significant historic buildings in the area, exemplified by (but not
limited to) the buildings described in Appendix A [of the design
Tile (charcoal) and painted brick are proposed at the base of the
guidelines]. The standard of compatibility can be met through scale,
buildings. These materials are not expected to have much visual
materials, and forms which may be embodied in architecture which is
impact on the EC due to their location and limited use.
contemporary as well as traditional. The replication of important historic
Awnings are proposed for the buildings, but awning colors have
sites in Albemarle County is not the objective of these guidelines.
not been identified on the plans. Awning colors approved with
the first phase of the development include: Sunbrella Black 08,
Natural 04, Charcoal Gray 44, Navy Blue 26, Alpine Green 55,
Panorama Taupe 48.
Metal is proposed as a wall facing material option for G1. Metal
5
It is also an important objective of the Guidelines to establish a pattern
of compatible architectural characteristics throughout the Entrance
was proposed only for coping, flashing and mechanical screens
Corridor in order to achieve unity and coherence. Building designs
in the first phase of development.
should demonstrate sensitivity to other nearby structures within the
Entrance Corridor. Where a designated corridor is substantially
The painted brick color is specified as Sherwin Williams
developed, these Guidelines require striking a careful balance between
Delicate White. PPG Delicate White was previously approved.
harmonizing new development with the existing character of the
Fiber cement board is proposed in white and gray. Previously
corridor and achieving compatibility with the significant historic sites in
approved colors for fiber cement board are PPG antique silver
the area.
530 -5 and delicate white 518 -1.
STO synthetic stucco is proposed in white, tan and gray. PPG
10
Buildings should relate to their site and the surrounding context of
buildings.
Sharkskin 513 -5 and Flagstone 518 -4 are the previously
approved stucco colors.
12
Architecture proposed within the Entrance Corridor should use forms,
shapes, scale, and materials to create a cohesive whole.
The plans indicate that metal colors are to match delicate white
and gray.
Traditional architecture of the area isn't really reflected in the
proposed building designs. However, the proposed buildings are
compatible with the existing town center buildings.
The south elevation of G2 in the color perspective doesn't match the
line drawing elevation. The labels on the north and east elevations of
G2 are switched. See guideline 13 for additional information on
blankness.
11
The overall design of buildings should have human scale. Scale should
The majority of building bays are treated with storefront windows,
Revise the north
be integral to the building and site design.
including all bays of each EC- facing (east) elevation. Some of the
building bays have no windows or doors (G2 south elevation, most
elevation of G1 to
present a more
13
Any appearance of "blankness" resulting from building design should be
relieved using design detail or vegetation, or both.
of G1 north elevation, most of the G3 north and south elevations, G4
appropriate appearance
south elevation). All elevations have been treated with pilasters and
consistent with the
material and color changes, and some bays have been treated with
building's location at a
green screens, to offset the lack of fenestration and to establish
major corner of the
human scale. These treatments are consistent with the first phase of
development. Incorporate
development.
additional fenestration
and upgraded materials.
The lack of windows on the north elevation of Building GIcould
have a negative impact on the EC, as the building lies at a prominent
corner of the development, directly adjacent to the entrance drive
(Lenox Ave.) and the EC. The storefront on the east side of G1 turns
the corner to the north for approximately 13', and the remaining 74'
of the building is without windows and is faced primarily with
stucco. Extending to the west from the elevation is a 10' -high
service area screening wall, also faced with stucco. Building GIsits
approximately 17' from Lenox Avenue and a sidewalk runs between
the building and the street. Two shade trees are proposed between
the sidewalk and the street and the two westernmost bays of the
building are treated with green screens. Although the guidelines
state that a combination of design detail and vegetation can be used
to treat blankness, the proposed combination does not appear to be
appropriate for this major corner of the development. Additional
storefront and upgraded materials (a continuation of the stone used
in the easternmost bay, for example) are recommended for the north
elevation.
The south elevation of G2 will have good visibility from the EC.
This elevation is divided into four bays, with the one closest to the
EC faced with stone. The wide middle bay is all stucco and the two
western bays are stucco with green screens. Eastern red cedar trees
are proposed along the central part of the elevation.
The south elevations of G3 and G4 and the north elevation of G3 are
more distant from the EC (330') than G1, and so those blank walls
are expected to have less impact on the EC and appear appropriate
as presented.
14
Arcades, colonnades, or other architectural connecting devices should be
The buildings are not physically connected. They are visually
None.
used to unify groups of buildings within a development.
connected through the use of similar building forms, details,
materials and colors.
15
Trademark buildings and related features should be modified to meet the
The proposed buildings aren't trademark designs in the traditional
None.
requirements of the Guidelines.
sense, but they are a clear continuation of the designs used in the
first phase of the retail development.
16
Window glass in the Entrance Corridors should not be highly tinted or
The window glass is not specifically addressed in the submittal, but
Add the window glass
highly reflective. Window glass in the Entrance Corridors should meet the
it is expected to match what is used in the first phase of the
note to the architectural
following criteria: Visible light transmittance (VLT) shall not drop below
development.
plans.
40 %. Visible light reflectance (VLR) shall not exceed 3001o. Specifications
on the proposed window glass should be submitted with the application for
final review.
Accessory structures and equipment
17
Accessory structures and equipment should be integrated into the overall
At the work session, the ARB commented: Regarding parapets and
Add landscaping to
plan of development and shall, to the extent possible, be compatible with
equipment screening, don't make buildings taller than necessary.
improve the appearance
the building designs used on the site.
The applicant has indicated that parapets are provided at sufficient
height to eliminate visibility of rooftop equipment, when viewed in
of the G1 service area
screen wall.
18
The following should be located to eliminate visibility from the
Entrance Corridor street. If, after appropriate siting, these features will
true elevation. Parapet height is approximately 4' and equipment
still have a negative visual impact on the Entrance Corridor street,
will be below the top of the parapet.
screening should be provided to eliminate visibility.
a. Loading areas, b. Service areas, c. Refuse areas, d. Storage areas, e.
Building heights are consistent with those in the first phase of
Mechanical equipment, f. Above - ground utilities, and g. Chain link
development.
fence, barbed wire, razor wire, and similar security fencing devices.
The proposal shows no ground- mounted equipment, but there are
19
Screening devices should be compatible with the design of the buildings
and surrounding natural vegetation and may consist of: a. Walls, b.
service areas proposed at each of the buildings. The walls are
Plantings, and c. Fencing.
generally 10' high and faced with gray stucco. The G1 wall could
benefit from additional landscaping.
20
Surface runoff structures and detention ponds should be designed to fit
There are no large above - ground stormwater features proposed for
None.
into the natural topography to avoid the need for screening. When
Block G.
visible from the Entrance Corridor street, these features must be fully
integrated into the landscape. They should not have the appearance of
engineered features.
44
Natural drainage patterns (or to the extent required, new drainage
patterns) should be incorporated into the finished site to the extent
possible.
21
The following note should be added to the site plan and the
The note is needed on both the site and architectural drawings.
Add the standard
architectural plan: "Visibility of all mechanical equipment from the
mechanical equipment
Entrance Corridor shall be eliminated."
note to both the site and
architectural drawings.
Lighting
22
Light should be contained on the site and not spill over onto adjacent
Spillover does not exceed .5 fc.
None.
properties or streets;
23
Light should be shielded, recessed or flush - mounted to eliminate
Proposed fixtures include two pole- mounted lights that are full
Revise the lighting plans
glare. All fixtures with lamps emitting 3000 lumens or more must be
cutoff. The submittal does not address building lights.
to show all wall- and
full cutoff fixtures.
ground - mounted lights.
24
Light levels exceeding 30 footcandles are not appropriate for display
Maximum light levels appear to be in the range of 10 fc, but there is
Revise the lighting plan
lots in the Entrance Corridors. Lower light levels will apply to most
overlapping information on the photometric plan making the plan
to eliminate overlapping
other uses in the Entrance Corridors.
difficult to read.
notes and to make the
drawing fully legible.
25
Light should have the appearance of white light with a warm soft
LED lamps are proposed.
None.
glow; however, a consistent appearance throughout a site or
development is required. Consequently, if existing lamps that emit
non -white light are to remain, new lamps may be required to match
them.
26
Dark brown, dark bronze, or black are appropriate colors for free-
A note on the plan indicates that all P, XA and XB fixtures are
Confirm that the bronze
standing pole mounted light fixtures in the Entrance Corridors.
bronze. P2, P3, P4 and XB1 fixtures are proposed in Block G.
note refers to fixtures P2,
P3, P4 and XB 1.
27
The height and scale of freestanding, pole- mounted light fixtures
20' is proposed for the shoebox fixtures. The height of the Selux
Include a note on the
should be compatible with the height and scale of the buildings and
decorative pole lights is not clear from the drawing. 12' is the height
lighting plan indicating
the sites they are illuminating, and with the use of the site. Typically,
approved for the fixture in Phase 1 of the development.
that the maximum overall
the height of freestanding pole- mounted light fixtures in the Entrance
height of the Selux
Corridors should not exceed 20 feet, including the base. Fixtures that
decorative pole light is
exceed 20 feet in height will typically require additional screening to
12'.
achieve an appropriate appearance from the Entrance Corridor.
28
In determining the appropriateness of lighting fixtures for the
There do not appear to be any special considerations regarding
None.
Entrance Corridors, the individual context of the site will be taken
lighting that are necessary for this site.
into consideration on a case by case basis.
29
The [standard lighting] note should be included on the lighting plan.
The note appears on sheet LTL
None.
Guidelines for the Use of Decorative Landscape Lighting
There appear to be no lights proposed strictly for decorative effect.
None.
Landscaping
7
The requirements of the Guidelines regarding landscaping are intended
At the work session, the ARB commented: More building and less
None.
to reflect the landscaping characteristic of many of the area's significant
parking is needed along the EC for better pedestrian scale. The
historic sites which is characterized by large shade trees and lawns.
parking has not been reduced along the EC, but the applicant has
Landscaping should promote visual order within the Entrance Corridor
indicated that the dense landscaping is intended to obscure the
and help to integrate buildings into the existing environment of the
visibility of the parking areas. (See guideline 39 comments for
corridor.
additional information.)
8
Continuity within the Entrance Corridor should be obtained by planting
different types of plant materials that share similar characteristics. Such
EC street trees and interior road trees were approved with Block F.
common elements allow for more flexibility in the design of structures
The landscaping has been planted. It is consistent with Phase 1
because common landscape features will help to harmonize the
frontage planting.
appearance of development as seen from the street upon which the
Corridor is centered.
32
Landscaping along the frontage of Entrance Corridor streets should
include the following:
a. Large shade trees should be planted parallel to the Entrance Corridor
Street. Such trees should be at least 3'/2 inches caliper (measured 6
inches above the ground) and should be of a plant species common to
the area. Such trees should be located at least every 35 feet on center.
b. Flowering ornamental trees of a species common to the area should
be interspersed among the trees required by the preceding paragraph.
The ornamental trees need not alternate one for one with the large
shade trees. They may be planted among the large shade trees in a less
regular spacing pattern.
c. In situations where appropriate, a three or four board fence or low
stone wall, typical of the area, should align the frontage of the Entrance
Corridor street.
d. An area of sufficient width to accommodate the foregoing plantings
and fencing should be reserved parallel to the Entrance Corridor street,
and exclusive of road right -of -way and utility easements.
33
Landscaping along interior roads:
a. Large trees should be planted parallel to all interior roads. Such trees
should be at least 2'/z inches caliper (measured six inches above the
ground) and should be of a plant species common to the area. Such trees
should be located at least every 40 feet on center.
34
Landscaping along interior pedestrian ways:
Trees along the pedestrian path leading from the Rt. 29 bus stop to
None.
a. Medium trees should be planted parallel to all interior pedestrian
Costco were approved with the Block F plan.
ways. Such trees should be at least 2%2 inches caliper (measured six
inches above the ground) and should be of a species common to the
area. Such trees should be located at least every 25 feet on center.
35
Landscaping of parking areas:
228 spaces are proposed in Block G, requiring 23 interior trees. 23
None.
a. Large trees should align the perimeter of parking areas, located 40
interior trees have been provided. Species include Allee elm, willow
feet on center. Trees should be planted in the interior of parking areas at
oak, and autumn flame red maple at 21/2" caliper.
the rate of one tree for every 10 parking spaces provided and should be
evenly distributed throughout the interior of the parking area.
b. Trees required by the preceding paragraph should measure 2%2 inches
caliper (measured six inches above the ground); should be evenly
spaced; and should be of a species common to the area. Such trees
should be planted in planters or medians sufficiently large to maintain
the health of the tree and shall be protected by curbing.
c. Shrubs should be provided as necessary to minimize the parking
area's impact on Entrance Corridor streets. Shrubs should measure 24
inches in height.
36
Landscaping of buildings and other structures:
Trees are proposed along the south side of G2 and G3, and G2 has
See comments under
a. Trees or other vegetation should be planted along the front of long
two green screens, where walls have no windows or doors. There are
guideline #13.
buildings as necessary to soften the appearance of exterior walls. The
no trees along the south side of G4, but two green screens are
spacing, size, and type of such trees or vegetation should be determined
proposed.
by the length, height, and blankness of such walls.
b. Shrubs should be used to integrate the site, buildings, and other
structures; dumpsters, accessory buildings and structures; "drive thru"
windows; service areas; and signs. Shrubs should measure at least 24
inches in height.
37
Plant species:
The proposed species are found on the designated lists.
None.
a. Plant species required should be as approved by the Staff based upon
but not limited to the Generic Landscape Plan Recommended Species
List and Native Plants for Virginia Landscapes (Appendix D).
38
Plant health:
The note appears on sheet L2.
None.
The following note should be added to the landscape plan: "All site
plantings of trees and shrubs shall be allowed to reach, and be maintained
at, mature height; the topping of trees is prohibited. Shrubs and trees shall
be pruned minimally and only to support the overall health of the plant."
Development pattern
6
Site development should be sensitive to the existing natural landscape
None of the natural landscape remains at this site. Landscaping will
None.
and should contribute to the creation of an organized development plan.
39
This may be accomplished, to the extent practical, by preserving the
trees and rolling terrain typical of the area; planting new trees along
streets and pedestrian ways and choosing species that reflect native
forest elements; insuring that any grading will blend into the
surrounding topography thereby creating a continuous landscape;
preserving, to the extent practical, existing significant river and stream
valleys which may be located on the site and integrating these features
into the design of surrounding development; and limiting the building
mass and height to a scale that does not overpower the natural settings of
the site, or the Entrance Corridor.
The relationship of buildings and other structures to the Entrance
Corridor street and to other development within the corridor should be
as follows:
a. An organized pattern of roads, service lanes, bike paths, and
pedestrian walks should guide the layout of the site.
b. In general, buildings fronting the Entrance Corridor street should be
parallel to the street. Building groupings should be arranged to parallel
the Entrance Corridor street.
c. Provisions should be made for connections to adjacent pedestrian and
vehicular circulation systems.
d. Open spaces should be tied into surrounding areas to provide
continuity within the Entrance Corridor.
e. If significant natural features exist on the site (including creek valleys,
steep slopes, significant trees or rock outcroppings), to the extent
practical, then such natural features should be reflected in the site layout.
If the provisions of Section 32.5.6.n of the Albemarle County Zoning
Ordinance apply, then improvements required by that section should be
located so as to maximize the use of existing features in screening such
improvements from Entrance Corridor streets.
f. The placement of structures on the site should respect existing views
and vistas on and around the site.
be critical for integrating this block into the overall development and
the corridor.
At the June 2, 2014 work session, the ARB commented: If the
revised layout provides the opportunity, configure the site plan in a
way that makes the open /green spaces more civic in nature. The
applicant notes that the primary green space is located adjacent to
the enhanced pedestrian path and it abuts an exterior dining space.
There is no change in this location since the work session. The green
space is situated between the pedestrian path and the dining patio at
G4. It is located approximately 330' from the EC.
The ARB also commented: The change in building size /location
reduces density at the street edge and doesn't reinforce the EC edge.
More density at the street edge would have a better impact on the
EC because it provides better scale and more human scale. The
building arrangement has not changed since the work session. Block
G buildings are arranged at the corners of the block, with a parking
lot occupying the central space of the block and extending towards
the EC as far as the EC- facing elevations of G 1 and G2. The
applicant notes that placing the buildings at the corners helps to
define the boundaries, and landscaping is used to bridge the
buildings and to establish human -scale along the corridor edge.
This arrangement of building and parking is consistent with the
layout approved and constructed in Block A. The distance between
Buildings Al (Trader Joe's) and A3 (Blue Ridge Mountain Sports)
is approximately 260'. The distance between Buildings Gland G2 is
approximately 270'. The parking arrangement in both blocks
consists of three double rows of parking and a single row of parking
adjacent to the buildings. Landscaping is similar along the EC
frontage and both blocks have a row of tree islands in the parking lot
a short distance from the frontage planting (45' at Block G and 30'
at Block A). Block G differs in that it includes a pedestrian path,
with trees, through the center of the block. Zoning and Planning
11
have determined that the building locations shown on the current
plan are in general accord with the plan approved on 9/11/2013.
Site Grading
40
Site grading should maintain the basic relationship of the site to
The site has already been graded. No natural features remain.
Revise the plan to show
surrounding conditions by limiting the use of retaining walls and by
the low wall at the G4
shaping the terrain through the use of smooth, rounded land forms that
There is a low wall shown on the renderings of the G4 patio, but the
patio.
blend with the existing terrain. Steep cut or fill sections are generally
wall does not appear on the site plan.
unacceptable. Proposed contours on the grading plan shall be rounded
with a ten foot minimum radius where they meet the adjacent condition.
Final grading should achieve a natural, rather than engineered,
appearance. Retaining walls 6 feet in height and taller, when necessary,
shall be terraced and planted to blend with the landscape.
41
No grading, trenching, or tunneling should occur within the drip line of
Landscaping is in place along the EC frontage and the entrance
Revise the plans to show
any trees or other existing features designated for preservation in the
drive. Tree protection fencing will be needed if the plants are to
tree protection fencing
final Certificate of Appropriateness. Adequate tree protection fencing
remain during construction.
for the landscaping along
should be shown on, and coordinated throughout, the grading,
the EC frontage and the
landscaping and erosion and sediment control plans.
entrance drive.
42
Areas designated for preservation in the final Certificate of
Appropriateness should be clearly delineated and protected on the site
prior to any grading activity on the site. This protection should remain in
place until completion of the development of the site.
43
Preservation areas should be protected from storage or movement of
heavy equipment within this area.
SIGNS
Comprehensive sign criteria for the Block G buildings were not
Submit a comprehensive
included with this proposal but must be reviewed/approved with the
sign criteria proposal for
final site plan. Because the building designs are similar to the main
Block G.
retail center, the previously approved criteria could be appropriate
for this block of the development.
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SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff recommends the following as the primary points of discussion:
1. North elevation of G1
2. `Blank" building bays and building proportions
3. The use of metal for G1
Staff offers the following comments on the proposal:
1. Indicate awning manufacturer, colors and color numbers on the elevation drawings.
2. Provide a sample of the gray metal and the tile.
3. Revise the materials list to indicate color names, color numbers and manufacturer names for each material and color.
4. Provide samples for Sherwin Williams and Sto colors and any colors not approved for the first phase of development.
5. Coordinate the G2 south elevations in the color perspective and the line drawing.
6. Correct the labels on the north and east elevations of Building G2.
7. Revise the north elevation of G1 to present a more appropriate appearance consistent with the building's location at a major corner of the development. Incorporate additional
fenestration and upgraded materials.
8. Add the window glass note to the architectural plans: Window glass in the Entrance Corridors should meet the following criteria: Visible light transmittance (VLT) shall not drop below
4001o. Visible light reflectance (VLR) shall not exceed 30 %. Specifications on the proposed window glass should be submitted with the application for final review.
9. Add landscaping to improve the appearance of the G1 service area screen wall.
10. Add the standard mechanical equipment note to both the site and architectural drawings. Visibility of all mechanical equipment from the Entrance Corridor shall be eliminated.
11. Revise the lighting plans to show all wall- and ground- mounted lights.
12. Revise the lighting plan to eliminate overlapping notes and to make the drawing fully legible.
13. Regarding the lighting plan, confirm that the bronze note refers to light fixtures P2, P3, P4 and XB 1.
14. Include a note on the lighting plan indicating that the maximum overall height of the Selux decorative pole light is 12'.
15. Revise the plan to show the low wall at the G4 patio.
16. Revise the plans to show tree protection fencing for the landscaping along the EC frontage and the entrance drive.
17. Submit a comprehensive sign criteria proposal for Block G.
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TABLE A This report is based on the following submittal items:
Sheet #
Drawing
Drawing Date
Sheet #
Drawing
Drawing Date
CO
Cover Sheet
11 -24 -2014
A6
Materials and Plantings
11 -24 -2014
C6
Existing Conditions & Demolition
Plan
11 -24 -2014
L 1
Landscape Plan
11 -24 -2014
C7
Site Layout Plan
11 -24 -2014
L2
Landscape Schedule
11 -24 -2014
C8
Grading and drainage Plan
11 -24 -2014
L3
Enhanced Pedestrian Pathway
11 -24 -2014
C9
Water & Sanitary Sewer Layout Plan
11 -24 -2014
From Page Al
Building G1 Color perspective
11 -24 -2014
LT1
Site Lighting
11 -24 -2014
From Page A3
Building G3 Color perspective
11 -24 -2014
LT2
Site Lighting
11 -24 -2014
From Page A4
Building G4 Color perspective
11 -24 -2014
Al
Building G1
11 -24 -2014
From Page A5
View approaching from the south
11 -24 -2014
A2
Building G2
11 -24 -2014
From Page A5
View at pedestrian pathway
11 -24 -2014
A3
Building G3
11 -24 -2014
From Page A5
View approaching from the north
11 -24 -2014
A4
Building G4
11 -24 -2014
From Page L3
Color perspective showing green space and pedestrian path
11 -24 -2014
A5
Entrance Corridor Views
11 -24 -2014
From Page L3
Color landscape plan with pedestrian path
11 -24 -2014
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