Design Review Board

TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT, SOUTH CAROLINA DESIGN REVIEW BOARD JULY 25, 2018 MINUTES Attachment 1—Staff Report Present: Brian Boan, vice-chair, Michael Bertin, Brian Wurst, William O'Neal, Mickey Seabrook. Absent: Napporn Kichanan, Beth Santilli Staff: Michael Robertson, Chris Luly, Lynnette Lynes Mr. Boan called the meeting to order at 5:02 pm and reviewed the procedure with the public. 1. Approval of Agenda Mr. Wurst moved for approval of the agenda. Mr. Seabrook seconded the motion. All in favor. 2. Approval of Minutes Mr. Seabrook moved for approval of the minutes. Mr. Bertin seconded the motion. All in favor. 3. Public Comment & General Correspondence A. Request for one year extension of Belle Hall Executive Offices (TMS 537- 000-00-074) in accordance with §156.049 Vested Rights Mr. O’Neal recused himself due to a conflict of interest. Mr. Wurst moved for approval of the request. Mr. Seabrook seconded the motion. All in favor with Mr. O’Neal abstaining. Mr. Wurst moved for consent approval for 1767 Highway 17, TMS #558-00-00- 083, Final Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture. Mr. Seabrook seconded the motion. All in favor with Mr. O’Neal abstaining. 4. Business A. Hampton Inn, 255 Sessions Way, 517-00-00-090, Preliminary Approval of Architecture  Design Review Board July 25, 2018 Page 2 of 6 Mr. Steven Georgalis, architect, reviewed the request with the Board. Mr. Wurst asked what brick would be used. Mr. Georgalis answered that it would be a thin brick, but did not have the manufacturer information. He stated that there is a brick fence around the pool, that is a Charleston style brick and stated that the building brick would be similar to the brick used for the fence. Mr. Robertson reviewed staff comments with the Board (attachment 1). Mr. Wurst suggested that brick on the porte cochere should come up to the underside of the soffit so that it “floats more”. He suggested that brick headers should be added at the windows. He suggested that beige cornice should be slightly recessed so the corner is flush with the next section of the building. Mr. Wurst moved for approval with staff comments and consideration of board headers on the windows. Mr. O’Neal seconded the motion. All in favor. B. Wando Crossing Façade, 1500 Highway 17, 559-14-00-042, Preliminary Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture Mr. Chris Carlson, architect, reviewed the request with the Board. Mr. Seabrook asked about the palm trees and if these would be utilized. Mr. Carlson answered in the negative and stated that more native species would be used. Mr. O’Neal asked for clarification if the request is for preliminary approval. Mr. Carlson answered in the affirmative. Mr. Boan asked if new lighting would be installed. Mr. Carlson answered in the affirmative and stated that they would be LED lighting for the new pole lighting and building lighting. He stated that additional parking lighting might be needed as well. He stated that the lighting would match the existing lighting at Walmart. Mr. Luly and Mr. Robertson reviewed staff comments with the Board (attachment 1).  Design Review Board July 25, 2018 Page 3 of 6 Mr. Wurst suggested bridging the brick to give more definition with the pilasters. He suggested that some brick elements on the columns should be considered to break up the columns. Mr. Wurst asked if all the canopies would be the same color. Mr. Carlson answered in the affirmative. Mr. Wurst suggested that upper portion of the parapet be continued across the lower section. Mr. O’Neal asked that more detail on the green space be provided at final approval. Mr. Seabrook asked the reason for requesting deferral. Mr. Robertson answered that even though small changes, there was a large amount of comments. He stated that he is confident that these would be addressed and could come back requesting final approval. Mr. Wurst suggested that some of the material selections could have cost implications and stated that material samples should be provided at final approval. Mr. Seabrook stated that the design is an improvement and he would like to see the project move forward. Mr. O’Neal state that placement of the grease traps should be considered, particularly when considering placement for restaurant tenants. Mr. Carlson answered that this would be reviewed as the design is finalized. Mr. Wurst moved for preliminary approval including staff and Board comments. Mr. Seabrook seconded the motion. All in favor. The Board convened for a short break at 5:46 pm and reconvened at 5:48 pm. C. Aloft Hotel, 1365 Old Georgetown, 559-13-00-025, 026, 027, 028, 029, Final Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture Mr. Giles Branch and Mr. Chris Allred reviewed the request with the Board.  Design Review Board July 25, 2018 Page 4 of 6 Mr. Boan suggested that the parking lighting should be reviewed particularly with the placement of the trees. He suggested that a 3:1 ratio should be considered. Mr. Seabrook moved for approval including all staff comments. Mr. O’Neal seconded the motion. All in favor. D. Staybridge Suites Revisions, 250 Johnnie Dodds, 517-00-00-006, Final Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture Mr. O’Neal recused himself due to a conflict of interest. Mr. Michael Tushek and Mr. Russ Seamon reviewed the request with the Board. Mr. Bertin asked if this could have been prevented if staff was consulted. Mr. Tushek answered in the negative and stated that this is an issue that needed to be addressed. Mr. Seabrook asked what type of soil in the forebay. Mr. Tushek answered that it has been mucked out and fill installed. He stated that several resolutions have been tried to try to solve the issue. Mr. Seabrook asked if the problem is due to runoff. Mr. Tushek answered in the affirmative and reviewed some photos with the Board. Mr. Luly reviewed staff comments with the Board (attachment 1). Mr. Seabrook asked about the grease trap and if removing the sidewalk is no longer a concern. Mr. Tushek answered that the sidewalk could be extended to the previously approved location with the addition of a manhole. He stated that because of the slope in this area, there is an 18 inch drop from the building to grade. He stated that they would like to install a handrail for the emergency exit in order to have ADA compliance. Mr. Luly suggested that handrail might not be needed and suggested that the applicant contact Inspections staff. Mr. Wurst asked the material for the forebay fence and suggested that the same material be used for the railing at the emergency exit. He suggested that some planter boxes be considered at the forebay to help screen the riprap. Mr.  Design Review Board July 25, 2018 Page 5 of 6 Tushek stated that the preference would be to have shrubs around the forebay as opposed to a fence. Mr. Seabrook asked if the riprap is compatible with the stormwater design. Mr. Tushek answered that the engineer confirmed that the riprap would remain in tact. He stated that the engineer confirmed the design. Mr. Seamon suggested that a fence was the best option and that a living fence might be a good compromise. Mr. Seabrook moved for approval contingent on approval of fence screening issue with staff and member of Board. Mr. Bertin seconded the motion. All in favor with Mr. O’Neal abstaining. E. 1767 Highway 17, 1767 Highway 17, 558-00-00-083, Final Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture This was approved by consent motion. F. Earls Court CM1, 412 Hibben Street, 532-01-00-141, Preliminary Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture WITHDRAWN BY STAFF G. Earls Court CM2, 410 Hibben Street, 532-01-00-139, Preliminary Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture WITHDRAWN BY STAFF H. Earls Court CM4, 404 Hibben Street, 532-01-00-138, Preliminary Approval of Site, Landscape and Architecture WITHDRAWN BY STAFF These items were withdrawn by staff. I. Fractured Prune Paint Color, 1247 Ben Sawyer Boulevard, 532-07-00-020, Final Approval of Architecture Mr. Dan Voyle and Mr. Phil Steel reviewed the request with the Board. Mr. O’Neal asked what was the previous use of the building. Mr. Steel answered it was previously a coffee shop and consignment shop. Mr. O’Neal asked about the grease trap. Mr. Steel answered that this has been installed and approved. Mr. O’Neal asked the reason for this request coming to the Board. Mr.  Design Review Board July 25, 2018 Page 6 of 6 Robertson answered that this is a post facto approval request and is not a standard color. Mr. Wurst asked if the monument sign would be the color in the rendering. Mr. Steel answered in the negative. Mr. Wurst asked if the bottom portion of the building could be painted. Mr. Steel answered in the negative and stated that it is an oyster tabby material. Mr. Robertson reviewed staff comments with the Board (attachment 1). Mr. Bertin asked if there is a set color scheme. Mr. Robertson answered in the negative and stated that it is a decision of the Board. Mr. Wurst asked if a treatment could be done to the top of the roof. Mr. Steel answered that this is a skylight. Mr. Wurst moved for approval of the paint colors as submitted. Mr. Seabrook seconded the motion. All in favor. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:44 pm. Submitted by, L. 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