Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission
Regular MeetingOconomowoc, WI · July 11, 2018
Minutes
City of Oconomowoc
Architectural Commission Meeting Minutes
July 11, 2018
Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm.
Members Present: Paul Schultz, Kurt Schrang, Kent Johnson, Jeremy Flint and Anne Krogstad
Staff Present: Jason Gallo, Kristi Weber, Sarah Kitsembel, Ron Buerger, Mark Frye, Ald. Shaw, Alderman-Elect
Spiegelberg and Chris Dehnert
2. Approve the June 13, 2018 Minutes: Motion by Schrang to approve the June 13, 2018 minutes; second by Schultz.
Motion carried 5-0.
3. Fowler Lake Village – Reconsider/reapprove Balcony and Rooftop Terrace Guardrails at 215 Pleasant Street:
Weber explained the original plans for the Fowler Lake Village development were approved by AC in August 2017. There
had been, however, discussion on whether to have wire mesh or glass guardrails on the balcony’s and rooftop terrace area,
and ultimately members approved painted aluminum mesh. The applicant requested reconsideration of the aluminum wire
mesh and replace it with glass panels. Staff asked for clarification if the guardrail system would be round as noted in the
August meeting minutes. Jason Korb of Fowler Lake Village explained the railings are an important element and as the
project moved forward questions were raised by future residents why the railings weren’t transparent. This change of railing
material is a client-based issue. Korb added there really isn’t a top rail on the guardrail system but instead there is an
aluminum edge which is used to cap the glass and minimal vertical edging which be a dark bronze. Members questioned the
amount of gap between the bottom of the glass panel and the floor surface. Korb explained the gap would be about 2” wide.
Members were concerned that if something slipped through the gap, it would cause a serious problem falling 4 stories to the
ground, and safety is a big issue. They encouraged Korb to go all the way down with the glass to the bottom surface. Korb
said anything that slipped through would fall on the 1st floor window awnings. Members suggested the placement of a slightly
raised lip at the floor edge to prevent items from falling off and agreed the glass awnings were a great improvement. Staff
reminded the applicant that the building would require a master sign plan due to multiple tenants and recommended
approval of the request. Gallo said staff considered the railing change to be significant enough to require reapproval by AC.
Motion by Flint to reapprove the balcony and rooftop terrace guardrails for Fowler Lake Village, 215 Pleasant Street, as
submitted; second by Krogstad. Motion carried 5-0.
4. Oconomowoc High School East Campus – Consider / approve a Digital Reader Board at 915 E. Summit Avenue:
Weber explained building renovation plans of the High School East Campus were reviewed by AC in November 2017, and
staff recently administratively approved a wall sign for the building. This request is for approval of a digital reader board
which requires review by AC. The proposed sign meets code requirements for height and square footage; will be
constructed of cream colored brick; the reader board will have full color letters and images; and the applicant has provided a
landscaping plan. Weber noted the sign appears to be set back 10’ though it is very close to a parking space. Gallo
questioned what their intent is if the sign is not 10’ from the roadway. Members suggested making the parking space into
green space so not to impede into the vision triangle. Gallo also pointed out code requires mono color, but staff will not
enforce due to a recent court case, but the timing of the message is still enforceable as it is a safety issue. Zack Wenger of
Lemberg Electric explained the software program which will control the timing and brightness of the sign. Motion by Schultz
to approve the digital reader board for Oconomowoc High School East Campus at 915 E. Summit Avenue as submitted;
second by Schrang. Motion carried 5-0.
5. Greenland Elementary School – Consider/approve exemption for rooftop screening at 440 Coolidge Street: This
applicant is requesting approval of an exception for screening rooftop units at the Greenland School which is surrounded by
multiple streets. Weber referred to City code which requires screening of rooftop units; however, in this case to properly
screen the cooling tower it would be costly due to the size of the unit. Staff suggested options and the applicant decided to
paint the unit instead. Staff cannot administratively waive the screening requirement and has concerns with the durability of
paint on the metal unit. Keith Farley of Oliver Construction explained the cooling tower was replaced and turned out to be
taller than anticipated. Proper screening of the unit would be quite large to allow air flow and very costly, so he suggested
painting the unit instead. So far there have been no complaints from anyone in the neighborhood, noting Dixie Place is
where the unit is the most visible. Roger Rhindo, Oconomowoc School Superintendent, requested the variance because of
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the size of the structure on the roof. Financially it made the most sense to paint it, and they offered to follow a maintenance
plan for painting the structure as directed by AC. Members noted there are other units on the roof which also stand out;
believes an exception is in order which would not be precedent setting; every item being voted on is precedent setting, so
they shouldn’t set separate standards depending upon the type of project or building owner; concerns with painting metal;
the drawing of what the screening would look like looks terrible; and the other units on the roof should be left alone. Greg
Maroo, Director of Buildings & Grounds for the School District, clarified they replaced an existing unit on the roof. Members
wished the applicant was made aware ahead of time that all rooftop units require screening; should be noted that the
screening visually looks worse than if the unit is painted; believe screening will look awkward; and any screening will not
enhance the building. Motion by Krogstad to approve an exemption for rooftop screening at Greenland Elementary School
and the applicant must maintain the paint on the new cooling tower; second by Schrang. Motion carried 5-0.
6. St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church and School – Consider/approve several special exceptions for signage at 1650
Brown Street: Weber announced the applicant pulled their request on Monday and met with staff today. They will resubmit
their plans for approval at the August meeting. No action was taken.
7. City of Oconomowoc Police Station – Discuss Building Plans at 630 E. Wisconsin Avenue: Weber explained
these are the proposed plans for the new police station, and it will be the first building reviewed in the new overlay design
district. The applicant is requesting feedback on the preliminary plans and intends to come back in Fall for final approval.
Louise Gruener Kowalczyk of FGM Architects explained their goal was to make the building not look like a grocery store,
which it had been previously, but give it a more civic presence and welcoming appearance. The public entrance will be on
Wisconsin Avenue, have a canopy, a large area for signage, a flag pole and landscape elements to keep vehicles away from
the building yet soften up the exterior. Other elements include stone piers, painted block and corrugated metal siding. There
will be new window openings on the west and east sides; secure police parking and separate entrance with a canopy for
police operations located on the west side; and other elevations will be painted and include windows. Frye said they will be
adding an overhead door on the north elevation to access indoor parking, and Buerger said they want to maintain the green
space on the east elevation. Members asked what the inspiration of the building was; encouraged including 3 flag poles and
make them prominent; make the entry a point of interest with a memorial or similar feature; like the use of materials; inquired
of the condition of the block; it’s a great location and an opportunity to use a vacant building; and agreed the building design
is heading in the right direction. Kowalczyk wants the building to look civic with a neutral palette. Frye said the building has a
couple of cracks but overall is not in bad condition. No action was taken.
8. Reports and comments from the City Planner: None.
9. Reports and comments from the Architectural Commissioners: Members requested staff review previous direction
in the minutes regarding the painting of the roof at Pizza Hut and follow through with the applicant. They also noted there
appears to be more applicants who come through with plans for approval, then make changes to the plans and have to
come back before AC for reapproval after-the-fact. Members agreed the only way to correct this is to turn down applicant’s
request for reapproval in these types of situations.
10. Adjourn: Motion by Schultz to adjourn at 6:00 pm; second by Krogstad. Motion carried 5-0.
Chris Dehnert, Deputy City Clerk
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Agenda
City of Oconomowoc
ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION MEETING
Wednesday, July 11, 2018 @ 5:00 PM @ City Hall, Conf. Room #3
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accessible format, call Diane Coenen, City Clerk, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting at 262-569-2186, or TDD
at 262-569-3272 to request adequate accommodations.
AGENDA
1. Roll Call and Confirmation of appropriate meeting notification.
2. Approve Minutes of June 13th 2018.
3. Fowler Lake Village – Re-consider/re-approve a balcony and rooftop terrace guardrails located at
215 Pleasant Street.
4. Oconomowoc High School East Campus – Consider/approve a digital reader board located at
915 E. Summit Avenue.
5. Greenland Elementary School – Consider/approve exemption for rooftop screening located at 440
Coolidge Street.
6. St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church and School – Consider/approve several special exceptions for
signage located at 1650 Brown Street.
7. City of Oconomowoc Police Station – Discuss building plans located at 630 E. Wisconsin Avenue.
8. Reports and comments from the City Planner.
9. Reports and comments from the Architectural Commissioners.
10. Adjourn.
Diane Coenen, City Clerk
Members of other City governmental bodies (boards, commission, committees, council, etc.) may attend the above noticed
meeting of the Architectural Commission in order to gather information. The only action to be taken at the above noticed
meeting will be action by the Architectural Commission. Architectural Commissioners should notify the City Clerk's Office at
262-569-3236 if they are unable to attend.
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City of Oconomowoc
Architectural Commission Meeting Minutes
June 13, 2018
Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm.
Members Present: Anne Krogstad, Paul Schultz, Kurt Schrang, Kent Johnson and Jeremy Flint
Staff Present: Jason Gallo, Kristi Weber, Ald. Shaw and Chris Dehnert
2. Approve the May 9, 2018 Minutes: Motion by Schrang to approve the May 9, 2018 minutes; second by Schultz.
Motion carried 5-0.
3. Mueller Square – Consider/approve a Master Sign Plan at 524 E. Wisconsin Avenue: Weber explained this is for
approval of a master sign plan for a building with entrances on 3 different streets and contains multiple tenants. Photos of
existing building signage were shown which includes a variety of types, colors, backgrounds and styles. Staff worked with
the applicant to create a master sign plan to make all signage look more cohesive, bring signage into compliance with code
and allow for individual branding. Weber noted the Cousin’s in the building is going through a branding change and plans to
conform to the requirements of the master sign plan. Members were concerned because one section of the building has no
fascia but no tenants currently have any signage there. If that changes, then the master sign plan will need to be adjusted to
accommodate the request and back to AC for approval. Motion by Flint to approve the Master Sign Plan for Mueller Square,
524 E. Wisconsin Avenue, as submitted; second by Schultz. Motion carried 5-0.
4. Mill’s Fleet Farm Gas Station / Convenience Store / Car Wash – Reconsider / reapprove Building Plans at 1501
Pabst Farms Blvd: Weber explained this applicant is requesting approval of several changes they made to the gas station
/ convenience store / car wash which were different than previously approved by the Architectural Commission. Staff was
displeased that the applicant went ahead with changes to the building without notifying the City and told the applicant that
only staff has the authority to approve / deny any changes. Building changes included removal of one overhead door on the
west elevation; removal of one overhead garage door and replacement of 2 doors painted to match wall panels on the east
elevation; move one door further north on the east elevation; remove one double-door on the south elevation; added a
second storefront entry door in the arched entry on the west side of the south elevation; added a second storefront entry
door and glazing on the east side of the south elevation; removed “FF” building signage on the east side of the south
elevation; and added a 6’ tall stained cedar board mechanical screen and access gate to hide the mechanicals on the
northwest inside corner of the building. Staff suggested additional changes to give the building a more cohesive look which
included: add a second window to the left of the door and add a large “FF” logo on the center of the large metal wall on the
south elevation; and change the cedar board mechanical screen to match the building materials with a cedar board wood
gate. Lastly, staff was at the site and noted that venting has been installed without staff’s knowledge which is contrary to the
minutes of 4/12/17 when the original plans were approved. Adam Almquist of Stephen Perry Smith Architects explained
construction was in process when Fleet Farm changed the design of the convenience store / car wash to remove one car
wash bay and move the mechanical equipment there, and make the store larger. In order to keep the project moving they
didn’t notify staff of the changes but agree that they should have. Almquist believes the design of the store has been
improved on the south elevation with these changes and requested the window not be added as suggested by staff. They
removed the overhead doors because they got rid of the car wash bay. In addition, they thought they were supposed to
minimize the venting and match nearby materials. They are trying to keep venting off the north / south sides of the roof and
intend to paint whatever venting is on the building. Almquist said they assumed that permits were being reviewed and that
planning staff was informed. Members comments included to leave the entry as proposed without the addition of another
window; at what point does changing the design become a serious issue; agree they should have pointed out the changes
timely but they don’t wreck the original design; doesn’t think it’s a drastic change but it should have been brought to AC’s
attention; and okay with changes but should include some additional concessions such as larger / more mature trees.
Motion by Schultz to reapprove the changes to the building plans for the Mill’s Fleet Farm Gas Station / Convenience Store /
Car Wash at 1501 Pabst Farms Blvd subject to the addition of the FF logo to be located in the middle of the precast ribbed
wall area on the south elevation; approval of the trash enclosure and door changes on the south elevation as submitted;
request an increase in the caliber of the landscaping 2-fold for the project with staff to administratively approve said
landscaping; and any rooftop venting should be minimized and colored to blend into the building; second by Flint. Motion
carried 5-0.
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5. Tower Ridge Apartments – Consider/approve Building Plans at 265 Thurow Drive: Weber explained this request is
for approval of plans for two 18-unit apartment buildings to be located by the water tower on the east side of the City. This is
the same site as a previously approved 48-unit complex. Materials include split face CMU block; smart siding; architectural
shingles; stucco finish panels; engineered trim; painted steel railings; and a low profile roof pitch. Colors will be earth tones;
a landscaping plan has been included; and the dumpsters will be located in the underground parking garage. HVAC units
are shown as cream colored, and staff agrees their location helps break up the wall composition. Weber recommended
approval contingent on that the lighting be individual unit based so that they can be turned off / on by each unit owner, and
all mechanicals be minimized and painted to match adjacent building materials. Tim Seidel, architect and Dave Hoffman,
building owner, provided material samples and colors. They intend for the building to have a prairie /craftsman style with
earth tone colors. Seidel noted their intent is to have a more severe overhang for the roof and said other roof pitches they
tried added bulk to the building. Members liked the colors, architectural detail and roofline on the building. The members
asked that they reconsider steel railings and suggested white aluminum instead; consider adding detail to the smaller gable
ends; add larger vent detail to the other larger gables; and raise the HVAC units (“Majic Paks”) on the second story so they
are located above the white band. Seidel agreed to work with staff on the railings. Motion by Nelezen to approve the building
plans for Tower Ridge Apartments at 265 Thurow Drive subject to raising the “Majic Paks” above the white continuous band
around all sides of the building; the railings on the individual balconies are to be aluminum instead of steel; include
decorative venting in the gable ends; and all rooftop units are to be screened and all rooftop and elevation venting should be
minimized and colored to blend into the building; second by Schrang. Motion carried 5-0.
6. Silver Lake Street Senior Housing – Discuss Building Plans at 1101 Silver Lake Street: Weber explained this is an
opportunity to review the building plans for an 80 unit senior complex to be located on Silver Lake Street. The applicant is
requesting feedback on the design, colors, rooflines, massing and articulation. The applicant, Aaron Matter provided
information on the site; building location; underground parking; central courtyard and building heights. Jeremy Bartlett of
Thrive Architects said they are proposing a mix of Cheyenne masonry brick; a monumental masonry product for the base;
rust red smart siding; terracotta roof shingles; and a parapet for screening the rooftop mechanicals. The average roof
heights will be 45’ at the rear and 34’ at the street. The dumpsters will be located internally. Bartlett handed out photos of
other buildings which they took inspirations from for their building. Members thought it was a good start; suggested they do
not make their presentation next time as a flat drawing; they liked the 3rd floor layout on the handout and suggested a slightly
different color of brick in this location; and suggested screening some of the corner units, particularly on the golf course side
of the building. Staff requested that concept images be included in the next packet as they are helpful. No action was taken.
7. Reports and comments from the City Planner: Gallo explained at the last meeting members requested the vinyl
windows of a proposed senior living project be a different color than white as presented. Nothing was submitted to staff for
review since the last meeting, but the applicant was at the meeting with tan and brown samples of the windows for the
members to review along with pictures of what each color would look like on the building. Members agreed the tan was
acceptable, and staff will follow up with the applicant.
8. Reports and comments from the Architectural Commissioners: Members requested clarification on the color of
Fleet Farm’s silo feature.
9. Adjourn: Motion by Schrang to adjourn at 6:29 pm; second by Schultz. Motion carried 5-0.
Chris Dehnert, Deputy City Clerk
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Department of City Planning
Kristi Weber | 262.569.2173
oconomowoc-wi.gov/planning
Architectural Commission Background
July 11th 2018 : 5:00 pm at City Hall in Conference Room #3
Item #3 – Fowler Lake Village; Balcony and Rooftop terrace Guardrails
The applicant is requesting re-approval from the Architectural Commission for the balconies and
rooftop terrace guardrails of Fowler Lake Village located at 215 Pleasant Street. The project received
its initial approval at the August 9th 2017 meeting.
Background
Fowler Lake Village development was discussed by the Architectural Commission in April and May of
2017, prior to their approval on August 9th 2017. According to the May 2017 minutes, the applicant
discussed potential options for the balconies and requested feedback on wire mesh or glass balcony
systems. The August approval included painted woven aluminum mesh panels. Now the applicant is
requesting to change the guardrail panels from the mesh to glass.
Top Rail
In the May 2017 minutes it noted that the ‘guardrails to be round, not flat.’ The application shows a
top rail on the elevations but not on the renderings. Applicant to verify the top guardrail is round.
Glass Guardrail System
The application is requesting a glass guardrail system instead of a painted woven aluminum mesh.
Planning Staff is okay with the glass system.
Signage
Per Section 17.609(3)(a) of the City’s Municipal Code, multi-tenant buildings are required to submit
a coordinated master sign plan to the Architectural Commission for approval. Fowler Lake Village
is a multi-tenant building with retail/office, and restaurants on the first floor, with residential units
above. The applicant has shown signage on the building, but no application was submitted. At this
time, there is no formal action needed by the Architectural Commissioners. This is a friendly
reminder that when the applicant knows more information, they shall submit an application for
approval by the Architectural Commission.
Recommendation:
Approve the balcony and rooftop terrace guardrails for Fowler Lake Village located 215 E.
Pleasant Street, subject to the following considerations:
• Top Rail – Applicant to verify top rail of the guardrail system, top rail is round.
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July 11th, 2018 – Page 2
Item #4 – Oconomowoc High School East Campus; Digital Reader Board
The applicant is requesting approval from the Architectural Commission for a digital reader board for
the Oconomowoc High School East Campus building located at 915 E. Summit Avenue. The school
district received building approval for the exterior changes during the November 8th 2017 meeting.
The applicant has also recently received Administrative approval for wall signage on the building.
Per Section §17.609(1)(i) of the City Code, “all electronic LED signs and changeable copy signs shall be
approved by the Architectural Commission.” The application meets code:
• For allowable overall height (8’)
• The overall square footage of the sign (48.5 SF)
• The allowable percentage of the electronic massaging center (24.7%)
• The sign base is constructed of the same material and color of the principal structure (cream
brick)
• Address numbers were included
• A landscaping plan was included
Site Location
Per Section §17.607(4)(d) of the City Code, “Monument signs …. shall be set a minimum of 10’ from
the front lot line.” The application shows an aerial with approximate sign location on Sheet C101.
Planning Staff is unsure of the dimension between the property line and the parking lot. Applicant
to verify property line and sign location.
Recommendation:
Approve the digital reader board for the Oconomowoc High School East Campus located at
915 E. Summit Avenue with the following considerations:
• Site Location – Applicant to verify property line and sign location.
Item #5 – Greenland Elementary School; Rooftop Screening
The applicant is requesting an exemption for rooftop screening from the Architectural Commission
for Greenland Elementary located at 440 Coolidge Street.
Background
Per Section §17.206(1)(b) of the City Code, “All rooftop… mechanical equipment… shall be fully
screened from view from any street or residential district as viewed from six (6) feet above ground level.
Screening may consist of a building wall or fence and/or landscaping as approved by the Zoning
Administrator. Screens shall be of durable, permanent materials that are compatible with the primary
building materials. Screening for rooftop mechanical equipment shall incorporate similar architectural
features of the building and/or constructed of a material and color compatible with other elements of
the building. Exterior mechanical equipment, such as ductwork, shall not be located on primary building
facades, unless approved by the City.”
In late August 2017, the Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD) notified Planning Staff that large
cooling towers had been installed on Greenland Elementary and Park Lawn Elementary. They
requested staff meet on-site at both properties to discuss options.
Staff reviewed City Code and determined that the Code only referred to Greenland Elementary as
the cooling tower was visible from the following streets Dixie Place, Coolidge Street, N. Roosevelt
Avenue and E. Harvard Street. Planning Staff also discussed alternative options other than
screening with the OASD that also included relocating Greenland cooling tower to the ground, re-
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working the HVAC system, and changing the building elevation; which Staff was informed would
cost too much.
Staff was then provided with color samples for Greenland Elementary. In September, Planning Staff
followed up and OASD responded that the screening quote came back much higher than
anticipated. Staff connected OASD with the Utilities Department for assistance through WPPI, who
in turn granted OASD with energy efficiency funds. As well has introduced them to additional
funding programs for Meadow View Elementary and Summit Elementary. With the intent to screen
the rooftop unit, a second quote came back very high. The property remains in non-compliance.
Recently OASD reached out to Planning Staff noting that they would prefer not to screen the unit
and have painted it.
Planning Staff is concerned with the following:
• Long-term maintenance of the paint on the cooling tower.
• Setting a precedence of waiving the ordinance due to cost.
Recommendation:
Commissioners to determine if the efforts made are sufficient to wave the ordinance.
Item #6 – St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church and School; Campus Signs
The applicant is requesting several special exceptions from the Architectural Commission for
signage plans for the St. Matthew’s Church and School located at 1650 Brown Street. The
application includes (1) one ground sign with a digital reader board, (1) one directional sign, and (3)
crosses.
Per Section 17.609(3)(a) of the City’s Municipal Code, multi-tenant buildings are required to submit
a coordinated master sign plan to the Architectural Commission for approval. This building has
two (2) tenants; the St. Matthew’s Church and School and the First Steps Child Care Center. In
addition, St. Matthew’s Church and School received building approval at the July 12th 2017
Architectural Commission. At that time they were informed that an electronic messaging center
that they would need to return to Architectural Commission for additional approvals.
Since then unfortunately the applicant did not meet with Planning Staff prior to submittal. This is
not a master sign plan, rather a group of signs that exceed code requirements in several ways. The
applicant is thus requesting approval of several special exceptions.
Main Ground Sign – Adjacent to Brown Street
• Overall Height: Per Section §17.609 (2)(c)(3) of the City Code, “maximum height is (8) eight
feet” for a ground sign. The applicant is requesting approval for a 13.75’ sign. The sign
exceeds the height requirements and Planning Staff does not support the special exception
for this request. Applicant to reduce the height of the sign to meet code.
o Side note: To put this sign in perspective, the recent approvals of signs ~14’ in height
include Associated Bank, Waukesha State Bank, and Aldi’s. The maximum height
allowed was 8’ plus the difference (delta) between the arterial road height and the
existing grade elevation.
Planning Staff did a site visit and the grade of Brown Street and the grade of
the proposed sign appears to be equivalent and does not warrant the special
exception.
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July 11th, 2018 – Page 4
• Overall Sign Area: Per Section §17.607(4)(c) of the City Code, “monument signs shall not
exceed 50 SF in face area.” The applicant is requesting approval for 84.4 SF of signage. The
sign area is oversized and does not support the special exception for this request. Applicant
to reduce the size of the sign to meet code.
o Side note: To put this sign in perspective, a recent stand-alone multi-tenant sign on
an arterial was for Summit Center Marketplace at 79.1 SF for up to 10 (ten) tenants.
• White Background: Due to the lack of lighting in the area, Staff highly recommends the
white sign have an opaque background. Meaning, at night the letters would glow but not
the white background. White backgrounds in dark areas cause an intense glare which
prohibits legibility.
• Electronic Messaging Center (EMC): Per Section §17.609(1)(a) of the City Code, the EMC
“shall not exceed 25% of the total sign area…” The application is requesting approval of an
EMC that is (95” x 38”/144 = 25 SF / 84.4 SF) 29.7% of the overall sign. Applicant to reduce
sign to meet code.
• Ground Base: The application states ‘Masonry base supplied by client.’ Per Section
§17.607(4)(a) of the City Code “…monument base constructed of the same material and
color… as the principal building.” Applicant to provide material specification for the
monument base.
• Vision Triangle: The application shows the main ground sign located at the private
entrance to the campus at Brown Street. The sign is setback 33’ from the property line,
outside of the utility easement. Planning Staff is comfortable with the placement of the
sign.
Child Care Directional Sign – Near Building Entrance
Per Section §17.603(1)(p) of City Code the maximum logo square footage is 1 SF. The application
requests approximately 2 SF. The applicant did not include rationale for a special exception for this
sign. Applicant to reduce the logo to meet code.
Crosses
The application includes (3) crosses. Staff has no concerns with the crosses size and locations. Staff
would like to know if and how the crosses are being illuminated. Applicant to provide additional
information about the illumination for the crosses.
Additional Signage
Planning Staff had inquired with the applicant about the previously shown wall signage on the gym
walls. The applicant noted that since the gym wall height was lowered, they would no longer be
pursuing wall signs. The landscaping plan (Sheet L100) also shows a second ground sign on
Schumacher Street. Per Section §17.609(2)(d) states “Large developments, including single or
multiple buildings with a cumulative size of over 40,000 square feet, may have an additional ground or
wall sign to identify the development, subject to an application being filed and approved by the
Architectural Commission.” Planning Staff inquired, and the applicant said not at this time, but
potentially in the future. Staff recommends all signs to be approved at the same time to create a
more cohesive sign package.
Final Note: Planning Staff does not support this application and feels the applicant should provide
a cohesive master sign package to the Architectural Commission for review and approval. The
applicant requested to the placed on the agenda because of the lead-time they need to make the
signs; as they would like the signs installed at the end of August prior to the start of school.
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Recommendation:
Postpone action for St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church and School located at 1650 Brown Street to
allow the applicant to address the following:
• Master Sign Plan – Applicant to provide a list of sign requirements for the campus.
• Overall Height – Applicant to reduce the height of the sign to meet code.
• Overall Sign Area – Applicant to reduce the size of the sign to meet code.
• White Background – White background to be opaque.
• Electronic Messaging Center (EMC) – Applicant to reduce sign to meet code.
• Ground Base – Applicant to provide material specification for the monument base.
• Child Care Directional Sign – Applicant to reduce the logo to meet code.
• Crosses – Applicant to provide additional information about the illumination for the crosses.
Item #7 – City of Oconomowoc Police Station; Building Plans
This is a discussion item for building façade amendments for the future police station / public safety
facility located at 630 E. Wisconsin Avenue. This proposed project is located on the previous Sentry
site and is located in the Downtown Design Overlay District. Since this is only a building remodel
and not new construction, conformance to the overlay district requirements is not required.
The applicant is seeking feedback on the architectural design including:
• four-sided architecture
• articulation
• massing
• colors
• materials
• rooflines
Following the discussion with the Architectural Commission. It is the applicant’s intent to come
back in the near future for formal approval.
June 28, 2018
Fowler Lake Village – Architectural Building Review - resubmittal
Dear Mr. Gallo,
The submitted revised building renderings and elevations are to outline the revisions to the previously approved
balcony and roof top terrace guardrails.
The originally approved design included painted woven aluminum mesh panels with-in the guardrail frame system.
Buyers approaching the project have had a consistent request to revise the mesh design to a glass guardrail system,
so in keeping with market forces we are requesting the revision be reviewed. This will occur at the balcony locations
from second floor to the roof deck at the north-west radius corner. The glass railing will have the same vertical
support spacing as the previously planned mesh system had.
We have reviewed this revision in elevation and perspective view (as presented in the submittal), and feel this is an
enhancement to the experience for the owners.
Please feel free to contact us with additional questions or comments.
Sincerely,
Chris Johns, AIA
Korb + Associates Architects
KORB + ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS 648 North Plankinton Avenue, Suite 240 Milwaukee Wisconsin 53203
FOWLER LAKE VILLAGE
GLASS BALCONY GUARDRAIL AMENDMENT SUBMITTAL
City of Oconomowoc, WI
ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION SUBMITTAL
July 11th, 2018
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AREA MAP 4
ELEVATIONS 5
NORTH ELEVATION
EAST ELEVATION 6
SOUTH ELEVATION
WEST ELEVATION 7
RENDERINGS 8
CORNER OF PLEASANT AND ST PAUL
PLEASANT AVENUE 9
AERIAL ON PLEASANT AVENUE
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11
15
INDEX
ELEVATIONS: NORTH
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ELEVATIONS: EAST
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ELEVATIONS: SOUTH
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ELEVATIONS: WEST
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RENDERINGS: CORNER OF PLEASANT AND ST PAUL
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RENDERINGS: PLEASANT STREET
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RENDERINGS: AERIAL ON PLEASANT AVENUE
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Package submitted x12
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
milwaukee 3 3 3 East Chicago Street
M i l w a u k e e, W i s c o n s i n 53202
E E t e l e p h o n e 414 . 271 . 5350
madison 3 0 9 West Johnson Street, Suite 202
M a d i s o n, W i s c o n s i n 5 3 7 0 3
t e l e p h o n e 608 . 442 . 5350
PROJECT INFORMATION
GREENLAND
ELEMENTARY
RENOVATION
440 Coolidge Street
Oconomowoc, WI
53066
D D
ISSUANCE AND REVISIONS
CITYSCAPES ROOFTOP MECHANICAL
100% CD SET
SCREEN: -
PANEL STYLE:
HORIZONTAL RIB, COLOR 'KAHKI'
TOP TRIM STYLE: BAND, COLOR SAME AS
PANEL. # DATE DESCRIPTION
1 09/15/2017 CB 03
MECH. UNIT DASHED FOR REFERENCE, TYP.
3'-8"
4'-0"
D1 ROOF AXON EXISTING CHIMNEY
TYP.
TYP.
C C
4'-4" 4'-4"
4'-4" 4'-4"
17'-5" V.I.F. 17'-5" V.I.F.
EXTERIOR WALL
5'-10" 5'-10" KEY PLAN
LINE OF WALL BELOW DASHED FOR
A102
REFERENCE
A4
2'-11" V.I.F. 2'-11" V.I.F.
PIPE PENETRATIONS, VERIFY LOCATION IN FIELD STEEL BEAM (SEE STRUCTURAL DWGS)
T.O. ROOF
Elevation 2 Elevation 4
4'-0" V.I.F.
B4 1/4" = 1'-0" B6 1/4" = 1'-0" C
EQ
LINE OF WALL BELOW DASHED FOR REFERENCE
B B
A102 B6
A B
FC-1 9'-1"
EQ 18'-4" V.I.F.
EXISTING CHIMNEY
2'-0" V.I.F.
5'-0" CLR. MIN.
A6 A102
5'-0" CLR. MIN. 8'-4"
EQ 4'-0" SHEET INFORMATION
TYP.
PROGRESS DOCUMENTS
4'-4"
EXISTING CHMNEY
4'-4"
NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION
These documents reflect progress and intent and may
EQ EQ EQ be subject to change, including additional detail. These
TUBE STEEL FRAMING (SEE
20'-0" are not final construction documents and should not be
STRUCTURAL DWGS)
used for final bidding or construction-related purposes.
V.I.F. PIPE
PENETRATIONS PROJECT MANAGER AK
4'-4" 4'-4" VERIFY
LOCATION IN
FIELD PROJECT NUMBER 316452-700
17'-5" V.I.F.
17'-5" V.I.F.
DATE 08/22/2017
A A
5'-10" 5'-10"
MECHANICAL
B4 SCREEN
2'-11" V.I.F. 2'-11" V.I.F. COORDINATION
A102
A1 ROOF
1/4" = 1'-0" A4 Elevation 3
1/4" = 1'-0" A6 Elevation 5
1/4" = 1'-0"
A102
© Eppstein Uhen Architects, Inc.
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City of Oconomowoc
Police Department Project
Preliminary Architectural Building Review
Project & Materials Narrative
This project consists of renovating an approximately 39,000 SF existing grocery
store building at the corner of N. Thompson St. & E. Wisconsin Ave. in an
adaptive reuse to the new home of the City of Oconomowoc Police
Department. The existing façade will be modified to provide visual cues to the
new Police Department, and remove the feel of the existing grocery store.
The existing structure is a single wythe CMU masonry construction with
aluminum storefront windows & doors and a monolithic veneer material
cladding the upper portion of the CMU walls.
The new building materials will consist of the following:
• Existing CMU to remain. It will be painted consistent with the attached
renderings.
• Existing veneer material to remain. It will be painted consistent with the
attached renderings.
• New aluminum storefront windows and doors.
• New entry canopies consist of painted steel columns with stone veneer
wrap, and aluminum clad horizontal members.
• Existing grocery store entry will be re-clad in corrugated metal panel.
Additional material and color information will be provided for Final
Architectural Building Review.
219 N. Milwaukee Street, Suite 325
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202-5818
414.346.7282 PHONE
fgmarchitects.com
CITY OF OCONOMOWOC
07/05/18 18-2551.01
ARCHITECTS
© 2016 FGM ARCHITECTS, INC.
OCNOMOWOC EXISTING FRONT & WEST ELEVATIONS
CITY OF OCONOMOWOC
07/05/18 18-2551.01
ARCHITECTS
© 2016 FGM ARCHITECTS, INC.
OCONOMOWOC RENDERED FRONT & WEST ELEVATIONS
CITY OF OCONOMOWOC
CANOPY MOUNTED TO BUILDING
METAL CANOPY FASCIA
ROOF ROOF
121' - 0" 121' - 0"
MEZZANINE MEZZANINE
112' - 10" 112' - 10"
Level 1 Level 1
100' - 0" 100' - 0"
EXISTING PAINTED CMU
RIBBON WINDOWS SALLY PORT ENTRY
STONE VENEER SECURED STAFF ENTRY
WEST ELEVATION
1/16" = 1' - 0"
BRICK VENEER OR METAL CORRUGATED SIDING
CANOPY MOUNTED TO BUILDING
METAL CANOPY FASCIA
ROOF ROOF
121' - 0" 121' - 0"
MEZZANINE MEZZANINE
112' - 10" 112' - 10"
Level 1 Level 1
100' - 0" 100' - 0"
EXISTING PAINTED CMU EXISTING STOREFRONT CURTAIN WALL ENTRY STEEL COLUMNS
CURTAIN WALL FACADE STONE PIERS CURTAIN WALL FACADE
SOUTH ELEVATION
1/16" = 1' - 0"
07/05/18 18-2551.01
ARCHITECTS
© 2016 FGM ARCHITECTS, INC.
OCONOMOWOC PROPOSED FRONT & WEST ELEVATIONS
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