Architectural Review Committee Meeting

MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 1, 2013 AFTERNOON SESSION ONLY 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS, COUNCIL CHAMBERS MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Members Present: Hill, Bartram, Davis, Dawson, Jacoubowsky, Latasa, Sullivan Members Absent: None Staff Members Present: Senior Associate Planner Hopper, Recording Secretary Halabi CALL TO ORDER CONSENT ITEMS Chair Hill notified the committee of a request to pull item #2 from the consent agenda. On a motion by Committee Member Dawson, seconded by Committee Member Davis, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee Approved the CONSENT ITEMS: AYES: 7 MEMBERS: Hill, Bartram, Davis, Dawson, Jacoubowsky, Latasa Sullivan NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 1. April 17, 2013 ACTION: Continued the minutes to the next meeting. 2. Consider 351 Madison Street; AR Application 13-144 for New Landscaping; Applicant/Owner Louis Marcuzzo for the City of Monterey; CO Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements. ACTION: Adopted a Resolution approving Final Architectural Review for new landscaping at 351 Madison Street with Conditions of Approval. ***End of Consent Agenda*** 3. Consider 50 Wharf #1 (Dominico's on the Wharf); Wharf Permit 13-113 for Exterior Alterations for the Placement of Two King Crab Pots; Applicant Sam Mercurio for Mercurio Bros., Inc; Owner City of Monterey; Exempt from CEQA Requirements.  Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 ACTION: Adopted a Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of the exterior placement of two King crab pots with added Conditions of Approval. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Comments: Ms. Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members' questions. Applicant: Sam Mercurio, applicant, said it was an honor to have the crab pots gifted to Dominico’s on the Wharf. Mr. Mercurio said he would like to display the crab pots outside the restaurant to create an attraction on the Wharf and help highlight the commercial fishing industry that has brought Dominco’s on the Wharf success. Committee Member Latasa asked about the safety of the crab pots and potential for children climbing inside them and getting injured. In response to Committee Member Latasa's question, Mr. Mercurio said that it would be impossible for children to climb inside the crab pots. Public Comment: Anthony Lombardo, on behalf of Chris Shake, expressed opposition to the approval of the outdoor display of the Crab Pots. He said the approval of the Crab Pots would go against the Wharf Master Plan, Conditions of Approval from an ARC Resolution adopted in 2010 and would classify as advertisement for the reality show Deadliest Catch’s “Time Bandit” boat. He handed out a survey which indicated some of the Wharf tenants retracted support for the project. Leigh Rodriguez, council for the Mercurio brothers, said the intent of the outdoor display is to create a mechanism for people to become engaged with the fishing industry. He said they are willing to remove the plaques and text on the floats that indicate the pots association with the Time Bandit. Committee Member Comments: Committee Member Davis inquired about the ARC approval from 2010 and requested that the menu board and all other unapproved signs be removed and the business comply with the Conditions of Approval from the 2010 Resolution. In response to Committee Member Davis' concern, Ms. Hopper said the ARC could add a Condition of Approval that would require compliance with the Conditions of Approval from the 2010 ARC Resolution before installation of the crab pots. Committee Member Bartram asked if the crab pots have a direct relationship to the Monterey fishing industry. Mr. Mecurio said minute configurations would allow this crab pot to be used anywhere, including Monterey. Committee Member Jacoubowsky said he does not consider the crab pots advertisements. Committee Member Dawson made a motion to adopt a Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of the exterior placement of two King crab pots with Conditions of Approval. Committee Member Latasa seconded the motion. 2  Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Committee Member Bartram and Committee Member Hill suggested adding the following Conditions of Approval: Special: 8. That the “Time Bandit” signs be removed from the floats in the crab pots. 9. That all other unapproved signs and improvements be removed prior to the placement of the crab pots. The applicant shall schedule an inspection with the Planning office to verify compliance with this Condition. The motion maker and seconder accept the added Conditions of Approval. On a motion by Committee Member Dawson, seconded by Committee Member Latasa, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee Adopted a Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of the exterior placement of two King crab pots with added Conditions of Approval. AYES: 7 MEMBERS: Hill, Bartram, Davis, Dawson, Jacoubowsky, Latasa Sullivan NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS PUBLIC APPEARANCE 4. Consider 554 Del Monte Avenue; Sign Permit Application 12-340 for New Signs and AR Application 13-038 for Final Architectural Review for New Paint Colors and Planters; Applicant Heather Dotto for Metspec, Inc.; Owner Stephen Nannini; C-2 Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements. ACTION: Adopted Resolutions approving the proposed signs with added Conditions of Approval; and, approving new paint colors and planters with added Conditions of Approval. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Comments: Christine Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members' questions. Applicant: Heather Dotto, Metal Specialties, said the primary purpose of this project is to enhance both aesthetics and functionality of the building. Public Comment: None. 3  Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Committee Member Comments: Committee Member Jacoubowsky said the address and logo as proposed on the side of the building are incompatible and could be redesigned for greater compatability. Committee Member Latasa concurred and suggested the logo be placed underneath the address. Committee Member Bartram said he is willing to allow larger sign area on the front to incorporate the address. Committee Member Bartram said Corten steel is a difficult material to preseason and if completely oxidized it will leech into and stain the sidewalk. Committee Member Dawson made a motion to approve the proposed signs with added Conditions of Approval as follows: Special: 1. That prior to installation of any signs on the building, the proposed signs on the side of the building shall be reduced by 50% of the proposed size and redesigned to include a logo with the address below for submittal to the Planning office for review and approval. and approve new paint colors and planters with added Conditions of Approval as follows: Special: 6. That the applicant shall apply for and receive an Encroachment Permit prior to the installation of the planters. 7. That the Corten steel planter boxes be pre-seasoned so as to avoid sidewalk staining and runoff from oxidation. Committee Member Sullivan seconded the motion. On a motion by Committee Member Dawson, seconded by Committee Member Sullivan, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopted Resolutions Approving the proposed signs with added Conditions of Approval; and Approving new paint colors and planters with added Conditions of Approval. AYES: 5 MEMBERS: Hill, Davis, Dawson, Jacoubowsky, Latasa NOES: 1 MEMBERS: Bartram ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Sullivan ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 5. Consider 653 Cannery Row; AR Application 12-410 for Preliminary and Final Architectural Review for a New Fence, Mural and Rear Entry Structure; Applicant Robert Wecker for The Wecker Group; Owner Cannery Row Company; CR Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements. ACTION: Adopted a Resolutions approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review for a new fence, mural and rear entry structure with Conditions of Approval. 4  Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Staff Presentation/Committee Member Comments: Christine Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members' questions. Applicant: Bob Wecker, the Wecker Group, said the proposal includes taking down the current fence and replacing it with a redwood fence that would continue down the stairs and to the proposed lychgate (entry structure). Mr. Wecker said the lynchgate would be 10' in height. Public Comment: None. Committee Member Comments: Committee Member Bartram said he has a hard time relating the lychgate to the history of Cannery Row. Committee Member Latasa concurred and said the lychgate is an inappropriate feature due to its dissimilarity from the architectural style of the building and the character of Cannery Row. Committee Member Dawson expressed concern with the safety of the 4' high fence placed adjacent to a steep slope. Committee Member Dawson made a motion to adopt a Resolutions approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review for a new fence, mural and rear entry structure with Conditions of Approval. Committee Member Davis seconded the motion. Committee Member Sullivan suggested adding the following Condition of Approval: Special: 1. That the roof material for the lychgate structure shall be a flat red clay tile. The motion maker and seconder agree with the added Condition of Approval. On a motion by Committee Member Dawson, seconded by Committee Member Davis, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopted a Resolutions approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review for a new fence, mural and rear entry structure with Conditions of Approval. AYES: 5 MEMBERS: Hill, Davis, Dawson, Jacoubowsky Sullivan NOES: 2 MEMBERS: Bartram, Latasa ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 6. Consider 645, 647, 649, 651 & 653 Cannery Row; Sign Permit 13-118 for a Multitenant Sign Program; Applicant Robert Wecker for The Wecker Group; Owner Cannery Row Company; CR Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements. 5 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 ACTION: Adopted a Resolution approving a Sign Permit for a multitenant sign program with Conditions of Approval. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Comments: Christine Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members' questions. Applicant: Bob Wecker, the Wecker Group, said he would like to the ARC to consider the illuminated sign as an element of the sign program. He said the intention of the proposed sign program is to draw attention to the building. Frank Donangelo, the Cannery Row Company, said Cannery Row gets very dark at night and the intent of the illuminated sign is to attract attention and identify the building. Committee Member Davis asked for a clarification from staff regarding approval of internally signs. In response to Committee Member Davis' question, Ms. Hopper said they can be approved but they are highly discouraged. Bartram asked if Mr. Wecker had considered removing the awning. In response to Committee Member Bartram's question, Mr. Wecker said removing the awning darkens the building and makes it more difficult to identify. Committee Member Dawson concurred with Committee Member Bartram’s suggestion of removing the awning and said he does not have a problem including an internally lit sign as an element of the sign program. Public Comment: None. Committee Member Comments: Committee Member Latasa said the internally lit sign problematic and if the ARC were to approve it as an element of the sign program that they provide unique findings for approval to ensure that precedence would not be set for future projects. Committee Member Davis said depending on the material utilized internally lit signs can be seen as artwork and beneficial additions. Committee Member Sullivan and Committee Member Latasa concurred. Committee Member Bartram made a motion to adopt a Resolution approving a Sign Permit for a multitenant sign program with amended Conditions of Approval: Special: 1. That the Sign Program be amended as follows and the revised program be submitted to staff for review and approval prior to the installation of any new signs: 1.1.3. Tenant E – Rear Signage: a. Strike second bullet referring to an allowed 128” x 128” wall sign allowed facing the Recreation Trail. The Monterey Peninsula Recreation Trail Polices and Standards for Adjacent Development allows a maximum of one three square foot sign facing the Recreation Trail. Section 4 – Other Allowable Signs – Strike entire Section. The Sign Ordinance 6  Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 specifies allowable temporary signs. The Sign Program may not allow temporary signs in excess of those allowed by the Sign Ordinance. Committee Member Jacoubowsky seconded the motion. On a motion by Committee Member Bartram, seconded by Committee Member Jacoubowsky, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee Adopted a Resolution approving a Sign Permit for a multitenant sign program with amended Conditions of Approval. AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Hill, Bartram, Davis, Jacoubowsky, Latasa, Sullivan NOES: 1 MEMBERS: Dawson ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 7. Consider 15 Wharf #1 (Oceanfront/Sea & Tree Gallery); Wharf Permit 12-366 for Exterior Alterations and to Expand the Footprint of an Existing Building by 205 Square Feet and a Building Height of 18’-10”; Applicant Dennis Hodgin; Owner City of Monterey; Exempt from CEQA Requirements ACTION: The Architectural Review Committee adopted Resolutions approving Preliminary Architectural Review for exterior alterations and to expand of the footprint of an existing building by 205 square feet and approval of a building height of 18’-10” and approving the Sign Permit for new signs. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Comments: Christine Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members' questions. Applicant: Dennis Hodgin, applicant, said the intent of the project is to bring the retail space forward in an attractive method that conveys the character of the Wharf. Mr. Hodgin said the project will utilize polycarbonate materials at the atrium. Public Comment: None. Committee Member Comments: Committee Member Latasa commended Mr. Hodgin on the design. Committee Member Latasa made a motion to adopted Resolutions: 1. Approving Preliminary Architectural Review for exterior alterations and to expand of the footprint of an existing building by 205 square feet and approval of a building height of 18’-10”; and 2. Approving the Sign Permit for new signs. with added Conditions of Approval: 7  Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Special: 7. That the material for the upper portion of the building be just transparent enough to achieve the illusion of viewing sharks through water and that the lighting on the interior be limited to a low glow and that the boat structure be continued inside the atrium space. 8. That the applicant shall repaint the sides and rear of the building with the same or similar color. In the event that the color will significantly deviate from the existing color, the applicant shall submit new paint colors to staff for review and approval. Committee Member Jacoubowsky seconded the motion. On a motion by Committee Member Latasa, seconded by Committee Member Jacoubowsky, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopted Resolutions Approving Preliminary Architectural Review for exterior alterations and to expand of the footprint of an existing building by 205 square feet and approval of a building height of 18’-10”; and Approving the Sign Permit for new signs with amended Conditions of Approval. AYES: 7 MEMBERS: Hill, Bartram, Davis, Dawson, Jacoubowsky, Latasa, Sullivan NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 8. Consider 2969 Monterey Salinas Highway; AR Application 13-140 for Preliminary and Final Design Review for Two New Office Buildings and Associated Parking and Site Improvements; Applicant Philip Johnson, RA, GBC, for Johnson Architectural Group; Owner John Anderson; I-R-130-D-2 Zoning District; Negative Declaration Filed. ACTION: Adopt a Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review for two new office buildings, associated parking and site improvements with added Conditions of Approval. Staff Presentation/Committee Member Comments: Christine Hopper presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members' questions. Applicant: Phillip Johnson, Architect, said this project received Planning Commission approval in 2009. He said since that original approval they have adjusted the design of the building to use aluminum materials. Mr. Johnson said a total of 81 trees would be replaced, many of which will be placed in the front of the lot to act as a buffer to the highway. Committee Member Latasa asked Mr. Johnson about the reflectivity of the aluminum material. In response to Committee Member Latasa's question, Mr. Johnson said the material is of matte finish and will not be highly reflective. Public Comment: 8 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Andrew Kipsey, Executive Chaplin at Calvary Chapel, expressed concern with Sunday construction. Mr. Kipsey requested that the ARC consider eliminating Sunday construction hours from the Conditions of Approval and ending construction at 6 PM on Tuesdays due to the variety of night activities at the church. He also requested that the foliage barrier between the church and the project site remain intact during construction, along with continued access to the driveway. In response to Mr. Kipsey's comments, Mr. Johnson said they are willing to work with the neighboring Church. Committee Member Comments: Committee Member Davis made a motion to adopt a Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review for two new office buildings, associated parking and site improvements with Conditions of Approval. Committee Member Dawson seconded the motion. Committee Member Bartram said he is will not support the project due to the use of aluminum material being utilized. He said the project does not ring true to the overall aesthetics of Monterey. Committee Member Latasa said the material in close proximity to Highway 68 is problematic and suggested amending the Conditions of Approval to require the applicant revisit the proposed material and work with staff to further reduce reflectivity. In response to Committee Member Latasa's comments, Committee Member Bartram said that he has experience working with this material and has seen how reflective it can be. He said the applicant can utilize graining or choose an alternative, less reflective color. Committee Member Davis amended his motion to add the following Condition of Approval: 9. That the final color and finish of the field panels be returned to the ARC for review and approval with direction to the applicant to explore the most non-reflective color and finish to reduce glare toward Highway 68. Committee Member Dawson accepted the amendment to the motion. On a motion by Committee Member Davis, seconded by Committee Member Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopt a Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review for two new office buildings, associated parking and site improvements with added Conditions of Approval. AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Hill, Bartram, Davis, Dawson, Latasa, Sullivan NOES: 1 MEMBERS: Jacoubowsky ABSENT: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS 9 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Committee Member Dawson said the Association of Monterey Area Preservationists cultural landscape event will be available on DVD. Chair Hill notified the rest of the Committee that he will not renew his membership and will relinquish his position as Chair effective the next meeting. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Chair Architectural Review Committee 10