Design Advisory Board

Regular Meeting

Burlington, VT · February 10, 2026

Minutes

Burlington Design Advisory Board Ron Wanamaker, Chair Emily Morse, Vice Chair Department of Permitting and Inspections Ricky Martin 645 Pine Street Gabriel Stadecker Burlington, VT 05401 Jay White http://www.burlingtonvt.gov/DPI/Boards/Design-Advisory-Board/ Kathleen Ryan, Alternate Telephone: (802) 865-7188 Joel Baird, Alternate DESIGN ADVISORY BOARD Tuesday February 10, 2026 Minutes Present: Emily Morse (remote), Ricky Martin, Gabe Stadecker, Jay White, and Joel Baird (alternate). Absent: Ron Wanamaker, Kathleen Ryan (alternate). Staff present: Mary O’Neil, Kirk Dressing. Guests: Doug Goulette, Jeff Vaine, Norm Benoit, Sharon Bushor (remote.) Agenda Session I – 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM ZP-26-12; 436 Riverside Avenue (NAC-R, Ward 1) Americo Real Estate Company / Douglas Goulette Proposed redevelopment of former Koffee Kup Bakery site into self-storage U-Haul building with associated site improvements. (Project Manager, Mary O’Neil) Motion by Emily Morse: In the matter of ZP-26-12, 436 Riverside Avenue, I move we table the application; and ask the applicant to return with edits that simplify decorative elements and consider appropriate signage conforming to the ordinance. We accept different vertical building heights. 2nd: Ricky Martin Vote 5-0. Motion carries. Session II – 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM ZP-25-517; 355 Ethan Allen Parkway (RL, Ward 7) 355 Ethan Allen Parkway, LLC / Norman Benoit Proposed addition of 2 dwelling units to each existing building for a change from 12 to 18 dwelling units total. (Project Manager, Kirk Dressing) Motion by Joel Baird: In the matter of ZP-25-517, 355 Ethan Allen Parkway, I move we recommend approval but require updated plans to reflect the spacing of windows and doors, egress compliant windows, and accurately portrayed materials for the proposed fencing. 2nd: Ricky Martin Vote 5-0. Motion carries. The programs and services of the City of Burlington are accessible to people with disabilities. Individuals who require special arrangements to participate are encouraged to contact the Department of Planning & Zoning at least 72 hours in advance so that proper accommodations can be arranged. For information call 865-7188 (TTY users: 865-7142). Meeting adjourned 4:20 pm.

Agenda

Design Advisory Board Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 3:00 PM Remote and In Person (at 645 Pine Street) Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar: Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87155655137?pwd=ZEdGaGhxeFpRNDJQcFJrNWkvb1Vudz09 Webinar ID: 871 5565 5137 Passcode: 796731 Telephone: US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 1. Agenda 1.1. Session I – 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM ZP-26-12; 436 Riverside Avenue (NAC-R, Ward 1) Americo Real Estate Company / Douglas Goulette Proposed redevelopment of former Koffee Kup Bakery site into self-storage U-Haul building with associated site improvements. (Project Manager, Mary O’Neil) 1.2. Session II – 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM ZP-25-517; 355 Ethan Allen Parkway (RL, Ward 7) 355 Ethan Allen Parkway, LLC / Norman Benoit Proposed addition of 2 dwelling units to each existing building for a change from 12 to 18 dwelling units total. (Project Manager, Kirk Dressing) 2. Adjournment 3. Informational and Non-Discrimination Statements 3.1. The programs and services of the City of Burlington are accessible to people with disabilities. Individuals who require special arrangements to participate are encouraged to contact the Department of Permitting & Inspections at least 72 hours in advance so that proper accommodations can be arranged. For information call 865-7188. Non-Discrimination The City of Burlington will not tolerate unlawful harassment or discrimination on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, crime victim status or genetic information. The City is also committed to providing proper access to services, facilities, and employment opportunities. For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at (802) 540-2505.