Architectural Review Committee Meeting

MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, January 4, 2017 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 580 PACIFIC STREET, COUNCIL CHAMBERS MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA ARC Members Present: Kimzey, Silva, Freeman, Rath, Rogers ARC Members Absent: Placco HPC Commissioners Present O’Neil, O’Brien, Dawson, Denley HPC Commissioners Absent Barlow, Smith-Crivello Staff Members Present: Principal Planner Caraker, Senior Associate Planner Bennett, Associate Planner Roveri, Recording Secretary Salameh CALL TO ORDER Chair Kimzey called meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 1. December 7, 2016 Action: Approved as submitted. On a motion by Committee Member Freeman, seconded by Committee Member Kimzey, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee approved the Minutes of December 7, 2016 as submitted. AYES: 5 MEMBERS: Kimzey, Silva, Freeman, Rath, Rogers NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Placco ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC COMMENTS None. PUBLIC APPEARANCE 2. Confirm Annual Appointments for Chair and Vice Chair  Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 4, 2017 ACTION: The ARC approved the staff-recommended appointments for the Chair and Vice Chair positions on the Committee. By request of the ARC, the item was moved to third on the Agenda for discussion. Senior Associate Planner Bennett presented Agenda Report and took Committee Members’ questions. Vice Chair Silva said that over the past year, Chair Kimzey had led the ARC in a way that was fair to all applicants. He said that Chair Kimzey’s demeanor was scrupulous and that it would be difficult to fill his shoes, but that he would accept the challenge. Mr. Bennett noted that Committee Member Placco was not present at the meeting. Ms. Caraker said that Committee Member Placco had confirmed his willingness to take the position of Vice Chair. Committee Member Freeman commended Chair Kimzey’s service over the past year as a fair and meticulous Chair. Chair Kimzey said that the past year had been a learning experience that he will reflect fondly upon. He also said that he was happy to congratulate Vice Chair Silva on his new appointment as Chair. On a motion by Committee Member Freeman, seconded by Committee Member Kimzey, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee approved the Annual Appointments for Chair and Vice Chair: AYES: 5 MEMBERS: Kimzey, Silva, Freeman, Rath, Rogers NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Placco ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None ***Joint Session of the Architectural Review Committee and the Historic Preservation Commission*** 3. Approve 457 Wave Street; AR Permit 16-443 for Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of Two New Three-Story Residential Condominium Buildings; Applicant Paul E. Davis, Architect; Owner Monterey Wave Street Partners LP; C-2 Zoning District (CEQA Initial Study with Mitigated Negative Declaration Previously Circulated and Certified) ACTION: Approved as submitted with revised Special Conditions of Approval as submitted by staff that 1) all proposed planters, including the bio-retention planter, require staff approval of individual plants prior to installation and plants must remain healthy throughout the life of the project. All required plants shall be planted prior to issuance of final building occupancy. And 2) That exterior light fixtures matching ARC/HPC-approved exterior lighting shall be added to the walls on either side of the garage driveway, where pedestrians and cars may conflict, to enhance safety. 2 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 4, 2017 Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions By request of the ARC, this item was heard as the second on the Agenda. Associate Planner Roveri presented the Agenda Report and took Committee Members’ and Commissioners’ questions. HPC Chair O’Neil asked if this project involved any changes to the Antique Mall from a previous project in 2008. Ms. Roveri explained that the HPC would need to assess the new materials and determine whether they met the Secretary of Interior’s Standards in relation to the Cannery Row Conservation District. She said that no changes to the Antique Mall were proposed as a part of this project. She also explained that the ARC would need to review the design of the project, including the design of the parking area. Chair Kimzey asked about the conversion of the property at the Antique Mall to commercial office space. Ms. Roveri and Mr. Bennett explained that the conversion of the Antique Mall was not applicable to the ARC’s and HPC’s decision regarding the property at this meeting, and that the design of the proposed building was to be discussed. Mr. Bennett said that he believed the Antique Mall had already been converted, as that had been previously reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Bennett noted that an updated resolution had been distributed to board members at the dais prior to the meeting. He said that the Special Conditions of Approval had been updated and asked the ARC to review the conditions. Vice Chair Silva asked about the conditions outlined in the packet regarding issuance of the Building permit and the board and batten siding. Mr. Roveri explained that the conditions Committee Member Silva asked about were required by Storm Water Management. She said that she would defer to the applicant for a more detailed description of the materials to be used for the siding. Mr. Bennett further explained that prior to final inspection of the project, the applicant would be responsible for meeting all storm water requirements. Committee Member Freeman noted that two individuals from the Monterey peninsula Water Management District had been present at the ARC field trip and that they seemed to be concerned about the project. Mr. Bennett noted that it was the responsibility of the project applicant or owner to obtain necessary water credits to build and that the City would not issue a building permit until a copy of the water permit was provided. He noted that if water was not available for a particular site, the address may be added to the water waiting list and the project may still go forward as discretionary. Chair Kimzey asked about fire service to the rear of the building and precautions for exiting the building. Ms. Roveri explained that a five foot setback was required for exiting space and that the project complied with Building and Fire requirements as submitted. 3 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 4, 2017 Mr. Bennett said that the project had been reviewed by the Design Review Committee, which included staff from both the Building and Fire Departments. He said that the project would also be reviewed once more by those departments, prior to issuance of the Building permit. Applicant Anthony Lombardo, attorney for the applicant, spoke about the Antique Mall and the logistics of converting the top floor into office space. Chair Kimzey asked if the Antique Mall could be converted into an office space at this time. Mr. Lombardo said that he had not investigated whether the applicant and property owners had a vested right, but that the applicant did not intend to convert the Antique Mall into office space. He also explained that water credits had been previously obtained and documented and that the depth of the building was not such that fire service would have issues reaching the back. Paul E. Davis, architect and applicant for the project, noted that the proposed construction and the Antique Mall were two different projects and two separate buildings. He said that the five foot setback was not required to be included in the residential property and that no future encumbrance of the pedestrian walkway would occur. He said that this property and the Antique Mall would share easements for access and he reiterated that the length of the building would allow fire service without impediment. He noted that the new construction would contain fire sprinklers as appropriate. He discussed the details and materials for the project and said that the board and batten siding would consist of painted cement because it would be more stable in the coastal climate. Commissioner Dawson asked about the height of the Antique Mall and if a stipulation could be made that the new construction at 457 Wave Street be less than the height of the Antique Mall. Mr. Davis said that the height of the Antique Mall was approximately 35 feet and that the new construction height would remain within the 35 foot limit that was allowed. He noted that the new construction would be two to three feet higher than the Antique Mall. Commissioner Dawson said that lowering the roof slope may not be a noticeable design change that would lessen the height of the building. Mr. Davis replied that the roof ridge was lower than 35 feet and that lowering roof slopes any further would sacrifice some of the character of the project. Committee Member Freeman asked for clarification on the setbacks and walkways of the building. Mr. Davis said that the motel on the opposite side of the building had a separate five foot setback. He also discussed the ADA accessible unit and the location of the exterior stairs. Commissioner Denley remarked that the pedestrian walkway appeared to be more of a hallway and asked if it would require a fire rating. 4 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 4, 2017 Mr. Davis said that they had not been required to rate the hallway and that it was an open space. Commissioner Denley asked about the placement of the external light fixtures. Mr. Davis said that lights would be placed at both sides of the outside walkway, each courtyard, and patio units, but that the photometrics had yet to be determined for exact light location. He noted that the lights would face downward in order to comply with code requirements. Public Comment None. Committee Member Comments HPC Chair O’Neil called the HPC portion of the meeting to order at 4:57 p.m. Commissioner Dawson moved to approve the project as submitted. Chair O’Neil noted that the project met all requirements of the Cannery Row Conservation District. On a motion by Committee Member Dawson, seconded by Committee Member O’Brien, and carried by the following vote, the Historic Preservation Commission approved the project for preliminary and final architectural review as submitted. AYES: 4 MEMBERS: O’Neil, O’Brien, Dawson, Denley NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 2 MEMBERS: Barlow, Smith-Crivello ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None ***Adjourn to Regular Architectural Review Committee Meeting*** Vice Chair Silva said he felt that this project was masterfully done and complimented Mr. Davis on his work. Committee Members Freeman and Rath concurred with Vice Chair Silva. Vice Chair Silva moved to approve the project with the revised special conditions of approval as submitted by staff. On a motion by Committee Member Silva, seconded by Committee Member Rath, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee approved the project with revised Special Conditions of Approval that 1) all proposed planters, including the bio-retention planter, require staff approval of individual plants prior to installation and plants must remain healthy throughout the life of the project. All required plants shall be planted prior to issuance of final building occupancy. And 2) That exterior light fixtures matching ARC/HPC-approved exterior lighting shall be added to the walls on either side of the garage driveway, where pedestrians and cars may conflict, to enhance safety. 5 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 4, 2017 AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Kimzey, Silva, Freeman, Rath, Rogers NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Placco ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS Chair Kimzey asked if the ARC would be gaining any new members. Ms. Caraker said yes, that new board members would be appointed at the February 7, 2017 City Council meeting. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS Mr. Bennett said that he would be the staff member responsible for working with the ARC and said that he looked forward to collaborating with the Committee. Chair Kimzey thanked Mr. Bennett for his support. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:07 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Todd Bennett Chair Senior Associate Planner Architectural Review Committee 6