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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCBD - 2013 - 08_01n P rv_ CITY OF ALLEN CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE Called Meeting August 1, 2013 ATTENDANCE: Ogden `Bo" Bass, AICP, Director of Community Development, Chairman Chris Flanigan, PE, Director of Engineering Tim Dentley BLA, Ll, Director of Parks and Recreation Kurt Kasson, CBO, Building Official Michael Orr, AIA, Citizen Representative Paula Ross, Citizen Representative ABSENT: Shelli Siemer, Assistant City Manager GUESTS: Matt McComb, Landscape Architect for Parks and Recreation, City of Allen CITY STAFF PRESENT: Tiffany McLeod, Senior Planner Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present With a quorum of the Committee members present, Chairman Bass called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m, in the Council Conference Room at Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway ACTION ITEMS Agenda Item #1: Approve minutes from the called meeting held on March 28, 2013. Motion: Upon a motion by Paula Ross and a second by Kurt Kasson, the Committee voted 6 IN FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the minutes from the March 28, 2013 meeting. A modification of the minutes was requested in order to add Mr. Kurt Kasson as attending the previous DRC meeting. The motion carried. Agenda Item #2: Consider a Request for a Restroom Facility Plan for Lot 1, Block A, Allen Station Park, and generally known as 450 E. St. Mary Drive. Tiffany McLeod, Planner, presented the request to the Committee. Ms. Mcleod oriented the committee to the property and described the proposed improvements being done to the property This facility is proposed to have two bathroom stalls for both genders. t Ms. McLeod presented a photo of the proposed bathroom structure. The proposed building is to be a prefabricated restroom facility and will serve individuals that are part of organized activities of Heritage Village The facade is intended to match the historic architecture of the rest of Heritage Village. Ms. McLeod recommended approval of the proposed bathroom facility Mr. Michael Off inquired about the color of the proposed facility The applicant, Mr. Matt McComb, City of Allen Landscape Architect, explained that white was selected, however the color scheme had not been formalized nor colors selected at this time. Mr. Bass agreed with Mr. On on incorporating some color, aside from white, into the building. Mr Michael Orr added that he did not have any specific color in mind He explained that several of the surrounding buildings were painted with colors other than white. He stated that the proportions of the building looked good to him. Ms Ross inquired about the use of two colors if the contractor would paint on site. Mr. McComb stated that this is something they can consider. Mr. Dender explained that the primary users of the facility would be those also using the church in some capacity He suggested that perhaps the facility could match the church in terms of color on the trim. 1 Mr. On asked how the siding compared with the existing structures on site. Mr. McComb stated that the facility has wider siding than the other structures. Mr. Kurt Kasson, explained that the internal and external lighting of the facility is important to consider. He discussed different ideas for internal lighting. Mr. Orr stated confirmed that the facility would not be open all the time. Mr. Kurt Kasson, responded that the area must be secured. Ms. Ross confirmed that the restrooms would only be used for events. Mr. McComb explained the times that the facilities may be required to be open. Ms. Ross stated that the local theater group was using the church for performances, which tend to typically end between 5:00-10:30 in the evenings. She stated that she preferred a switch light over a sensor. Mr McComb added that the door handle hardware would be keyed into the city system. Mr. Chris Flanigan inquired about the availability of utilities Mr. McComb stated that the utilities would have to be extended from existing utility lines within Heritage Village. Mr. Chris Flanigan noted that in the elevation view that there was an alcove that served no purpose. Mr. Tim Dentler stated that the area could be used for a bulletin board. He also mentioned that in the future, there may be an opportunity for a water fountain. Mr. Bass asked for confirmation that the facility would be built on a fixed slab. Mr. McComb confirmed that the facility would be built on a fixed slab of concrete. Mr. Flanigan inquired about the access for the maintenance area to the center of the building. Mr. McComb stated that anyone needing to use the maintenance area would walk on the grass to gain access. Motion: Upon a motion by Paula Ross and a second by Michael Orr, the Committee voted 5 IN FAVOR, 0 OPPOSED, and 1 ABSTENTION ,by Mr. Tim Deader, to approve the Design Plan as presented. The motion carried. ITEMS OF INTEREST: None E The meetiy(g waVadioumed at 10.18 a.m. this day of VP/1 ML t r 20_. Dir t of CcKrWnt, elby Griff ann r 11