Architectural Review Board (ARB)

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD AGENDA May 2, 2023 3:00 p.m. Pre-meeting to begin at 2:30 p.m. #1 CONSENT AGENDA A. Lyndon Chamberlain – 6424 Verona Road Replace roof B. Kevin & Adriane Latz – 6341 Belinder Avenue Replace/expand deck C. Michael Sonnenberg – 6401 Willow Lane New circle drive #2 James & Lauren Sotos Minor adjustments to driveway 5820 Oakwood Road #3 Aaron & Rebecca Graham Changes to previously approved siding 2701 W 67th Terrace #4 Doug Nelson Solar panels 2015 Stratford Road #5 Dave & Dee Dillon Changes to previously approved project 6545 Wenonga Road #6 Katie & Uzman Nazir Multiple additions 6711 Overhill Road #7 Adam & Melissa Winter *† Pool replacement 5930 Oakwood Rd #8 City of Mission Hills Expand playground surface/add swing 6300 State Line Road #9 Adam & Michelle Colombo Revised landscape plan & grading plan 6515 Belinder Avenue Continued from April 18th ARB mtg *Variance required. † Substantial Construction The Mission Hills Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) provides that the BZA shall determine whether or not an ARB decision was reasonable based upon the evidence presented to the ARB and the record of the ARB proceedings. Testimony at the BZA hearing will be limited to a discussion of the evidence presented to the ARB. No new evidence will be considered. #1 Consent Agenda A. Lyndon Chamberlain 6424 Verona Road The Chamberlains are proposing to replace their existing roof. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Neighborhood Estates • Location of Common Green Space: Front • Any Special Frontages: None Summary of Project: The proposed Grand Manor composition shingle roof will replace an existing cedar shake roof. The proposed roof is black which is not a preapproved color. A portion of the roof is flat and will have a membrane roof with a granular texture. The gutters will be replaced as part of the project. The proposed gutters are black half-round style. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Design Guidelines. May 2, 2023 B. Kevin & Adriane Latz 6341 Belinder Avenue The Latzes are proposing a new rear deck. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Neighborhood Estates • Location of Common Green Space: Front • Any Special Frontages: None Summary of Project: The new deck is in the same location as the existing but extends further into the rear yard. The deck sits approximately two steps above grade and is to be constructed of composite decking. Greenspace Review: Lot area: 22,360 sf House Footprint 1,624 sf Garage 860 sf Driveway 2,319 sf Front Porch 30 sf New Rear Deck 620 sf Provided Greenspace: 16,907 sf = 75.6% Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: Section 2.7.3.A on page 106 recommends that LS-3, 4 and 5 properties have a greenspace no less than 65% of the lot area. This recommendation has been met. Lot Information Zoning: R1(16)/LS-3 Lot Area: 22,360 sf Ordinance/Design Guideline Allowable/Required Provided Patio Minimum Side Yard: 20’ 51.5’ Patio Minimum Rear Yard: 20’ 23.5’ Minimum Greenspace: 65% = 14,534 sf 16,907 sf = 75.6% May 2, 2023 C. Michael Sonnenberg 6401 Willow Lane Mr. Sonnenberg is proposing a new circle driveway. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Traditional • Location of Common Green Space: Front & Side • Any Special Frontages: Corner Lot Summary of Project: Mr. Sonnenberg’s existing driveway has an entrance off of Willow Lane. He is proposing to add a new 12-foot-wide drive parallel to the house, with a new curb cut on Tomahawk Road. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: Section 2.7.3.A on page 106 recommends that LS-1 and 2 properties have a greenspace no less than 60% of the lot area. This recommendation has been met. Lot Information Zoning: R-1(10)/LS-2 Lot Area: 17,050 SF Ordinance Allowable/Required by Ord Proposed Minimum Greenspace: 60% = 10,230 sf 10,654 sf = 62.5% May 2, 2023 #2 James & Lauren Sotos 5820 Oakwood Road The Sotos are proposing to make minor adjustments to their existing driveway. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Neighborhood Estates • Location of Common Green Space: Front • Any Special Frontages: None Summary of Project: The driveway adjustments include a slight widening of the drive near the street and along the inside of a curve. A portion of the driveway, near the garage, will be removed to maintain the existing greenspace. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Design Guidelines. May 2, 2023 #3 Aaron & Rebecca Graham 2701 West 67th Terrace The Grahams are returning to the ARB with proposed changes to the siding on their previously approved new home. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Suburban • Location of Common Green Space: Front & Side • Any Special Frontages: Corner Lot Summary of Project: The project was originally approved with fiber cement panels. The Grahams are now proposing stucco. The overall color will remain the same as will the detail lines on the original siding. The 6” vertical wood siding also remains. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Design Guidelines. May 2, 2023 #4 Doug Nelson 2015 Stratford Road The Nelsons are proposing solar panels on the back and sides of their home. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Suburban • Location of Common Green Space: Front • Any Special Frontages: None Summary of Project: The proposed panels are a thin low-profile style. The majority of the panels are located on rear portions of the roof. Three panels are proposed at the east end of the house, and three are proposed at the west end of the house. Due to the way the house sits in relation to the street, the west end panels will be more visible from the front of the house. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Design Guidelines. May 2, 2023 #5 Dave & Dee Dillon 6545 Wenonga Road The Dillons are returning to the ARB with changes to their site plan. Changes include removing their circle driveway and expanding their pool deck. Summary of Property: Character Area: Neighborhood Estates Location of Common Green Space: Front Any Special Frontages: None Summary of Project: When the project was originally approved, it included a circle driveway. The Dillons are now proposing a 24-foot-wide auto court in their front yard. This will connect to the front door via a new walkway. Other changes include enlarging the pool patio, steps at several rear doors and enlarging the utility pad at the north side of the property. They are also proposing a new fountain on axis with the previously approved pergola. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: Section 2.7.3.A on page 106 recommends that LS-6 and 7 properties have a greenspace no less than 70% of the lot area. The proposed changes result in approximately a net gain of 255 sf of greenspace. Lot Information Zoning: R-1(20)/LS-6 Lot Area: 45,217 sf Lot Width: 203.9’ Ordinance/Design Guideline Allowable/Required Provided Maximum Height: 35’ 30’ Minimum Side Yard (Left): 15% = 30.6’ 39.5’ Minimum Side Yard (Right): 15% = 30.6’ 30.6’ Minimum Combined Side Yards: N/A Minimum Rear Yard: (At closest point) 30% = 73.5’ 75.0’ Patio Minimum Side Yard: 20’ >54’ Patio Minimum Rear Yard: 20’ 43.3’ Maximum Lot Coverage: 9,092 sf 6,481 sf Minimum Greenspace: 31,862 sf = 70.5% 70% = 31,652 sf 32,117 sf = 71% May 2, 2023 #6 Katie & Uzman Nazir 6711 Overhill Road The Nazirs are proposing a whole house remodel including multiple additions. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Suburban • Location of Common Green Space: Front • Any Special Frontages: None Summary of Project: A new third garage bay is proposed at the back of the existing garage. A second-floor addition is proposed over the garage including over the new bay. At the front of the house, a new front wing is proposed to the left of the main mass. Additionally, a new front porch and front entry are proposed. All the proposed additions have materials, fenestration and detailing to match the existing house. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Greenspace Review: Lot area: 16,200 sf House Footprint 2,992 sf Driveway 1,832 sf Front Walkway: 175 sf Misc, Walls and Pads 80 sf New Rear Patio 287 sf Provided Greenspace: 10,834 sf = 66.8% Design Guideline Review: Section 2.5 on pages 72 through 75 of the Design Guidelines provides specific recommendations for the Suburban character area. Subsection B suggests that front wings have a width clearly less than the main mass unless incorporated into the main mass width using the horizontal massing style. The depth should not be greater than the main mass. The height can be up to 1 ½ stories but clearly less than the main mass. The location should be near the front building line. There should be no more than two. If a forecourt is formed between two wings, the depth should not exceed the width. This recommendation has been met. Subsection C suggests that side wings, located in the primary building area, should have a depth and height up 1 ½ stories or 24 feet, and clearly less than the main mass. They should also be set behind the front plane of the main mass. This recommendation has been met. Subsection D suggests that rear wings located in the secondary building areas can be up to 1 1/2 stories and 24 feet tall but clearly less than the main mass and no more than 30 feet deep. No more than 2 wings should encroach into the secondary building area. This recommendation has been met. Subsection F suggests that dormers located on wings or accessory buildings located in the Secondary or Conditional Building Areas should not be oriented toward any neighboring lots. May 2, 2023 Subsection H allows for compound wings where a secondary wing is attached to a primary wing. The primary wing should follow all the requirements stated above and the secondary wing should be clearly subordinate to the primary wing. This recommendation has been met. Section 2.7.3.A on page 106 recommends that LS-1 and 2 properties have a greenspace no less than 60% of the lot area. This recommendation has been met. Lot Information Zoning: R-1(10)/LS-2 Lot Area: 16,200 SF Lot Width: 125’ Ordinance Allowable/Required by Ord Proposed Maximum Height: 35’ No Change Minimum Front Yard: 40’ /30’ (Platted) 49.7’ / 30’ Minimum Side Yard (Left): 10’ 32.9’ Minimum Side Yard (Right): 10’ 21.7’ Combined Side Yards: 25% = 37.05’ 54.6’ Minimum Rear Yard: (20%) 34.1’ (At closest point) 38.9’ Minimum Greenspace: 60% = 9,720 sf 10,834 sf = 66.8% May 2, 2023 #7 Adam & Melissa Winter * 5930 Oakwood Road The Winters are proposing to replace their pool within the existing patio. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Neighborhood Estates • Location of Common Green Space: Front • Any Special Frontages: Edge Frontage Summary of Project: The proposed pool is located in approximately the same location as the existing pool. The proposed pool is rectangular where the existing is a freeform shape. The pool deck will be modified to accommodate the new pool, without increasing the footprint. Two new planter areas are being cut into the existing patio to add greenspace to the property. The pool equipment is located to the south of the detached garage being built under a separate permit. Ordinance Compliance: The project is in violation of City Code Section 5-121 D which requires patios and pools to be located a minimum of 20 feet from the rear property line. The existing patio is 5.7 feet from the rear property line, and the proposed pool is located 12.0’ from the rear property line. A variance of 14.3 feet is required. Greenspace Review SF Lot Area: 23,888 House Footprint: -2,198 Addition -361 Garage -672 Driveway: -4,634 Patios & Walkways: -2,742 Total Lot Coverage: 13,281 Design Guideline Review: Section 2.7.3.A on page 106 recommends that LS-3, 4 and 5 properties have a greenspace no less than 65% of the lot area. This recommendation has not been met. Please note that the proposed greenspace is an improvement over the existing greenspace. May 2, 2023  Lot Information Zoning: LS-3 Lot Area: 23,888 sf Lot Width: 141 Ordinance/Design Guideline Allowable/Required Provided Patio Minimum Side Yard: 20’ 16.7’ (Existing) Patio Minimum Rear Yard: 20’ 5.7’ (Existing) Minimum Greenspace: 65% = 15,527 sf 13,281 sf = 55.6% Drainage Study Required if any answer below is “Yes” Yes/No Is the project adding 1,000 sq. ft. or more of impervious surface? No Will the project cause the greenspace to be less than recommended by the Design Guidelines? Yes EXCEPT NO STUDY REQUIRED IF: 1) replacing existing impervious surface in approximately same footprint, and Yes 2) project will not decrease existing greenspace on site Yes Is there a documented drainage issue for this property? No *See the Mission Hills website for drainage study requirements – www.missionhillsks.gov *The Architectural Review Board may require the drainage study be submitted before they act on the proposed project May 2, 2023 #8 City of Mission Hills 6300 State Line Road The City of Mission Hills is proposing to resurface and expand the playground at City Hall park. The playground surface will be increased in size by 600 sq. ft. A single saucer swing will be added. One bench will be located to a different location along the border. There are no conflicts with ordinances or with Design Guidelines. May 2, 2023 #9 Adam & Michelle Colombo 6515 Belinder Avenue The Colombos are returning to the ARB with changes to their previously approved project. They are presenting a revised grading plan. The project was continued from the April 18, 2023, meeting so that additional information could be provided. Summary of Property: • Character Area: Neighborhood Estates • Location of Common Green Space: Front • Any Special Frontages: None Summary of Project: The grading plan approved with the new home does not match the current condition. The revised grading plan clarifies the proposed final rear and side yard topography. The revised landscape plan and drainage plan overlay indicating location of outlets for downpouts and sump pump have been received. At the April 4th ARB meeting, questions were raised about the height of the retaining wall and the first floor elevation. The City engaged BHC Rhodes to spot check elevations on the Colombo’s revised grading plan. BHC Rhodes’ surveyed elevations indicate that the north end of the built retaining wall is approximately 3 ft. higher than indicated on the Colombo’s proposed grading plan. Ordinance Compliance: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the Mission Hills Code of Ordinances. Design Guideline Review: There are no conflicts between the proposed project and the City of Mission Hills Design Guidelines. Lot Information Zoning: R-1(30)/LS-6 Lot Area: 44,547 SF Lot Width: 145’ Ordinance Allowable/Required by Ord Proposed Maximum Height: 35’ 29.5’ Minimum Front Yard: 100’ 100’ Minimum Side Yard (Left): 15% = 21.75’ 28.25’ Minimum Side Yard (Right): 15% = 21.75’ 21.75’ Minimum Rear Yard: (30%) 91.5’ (At closest point) 122.25’ Minimum Greenspace: 70% (31,183 SF) 31,638= 71% May 2, 2023