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2004-01-08City of Beverly, Massachusetts Public Meeting Minutes Board: Design Review Board Subcommittee: Date: January 8, 2004 Place: Beverly City Hall Board members present: , Colleen BruceWilliam Finch, Douglas Haring, Jane Brusca Board members absent: Others present: Leah Zambernardi Recorder: Diane Presutti Ms. Zambernardi calls the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 1. Spanky's Pizza - Casey McCormack/299 Rantoul St./Sign (cont.) Mr. McCormack states he was before the Board in July with a proposal for a new awning and sign. The Board stated at that time they did not like the colors and materials of the new awning and asked Mr. McCormack to come back to the Board with alternatives. Ms. Zambernardi states that Mr. McCormack has since put signs up on the existing awning and changed the faces of the existing right angle sign. She states Mr. McCormack has indicated he cannot replace the awning at this time. She states that the purpose of this meeting is to review the signs installed already and determine whether they are acceptable or not. Mr. Finch states that the window signs seem to be somewhat chaotic. He feels the bright lights and neon phone number are too much. Mr. Finch suggests moving the phone number sign over to the menu sign and leave two windows open. Mr. Haring states that the windows are for displays, not for menus. He also asks if the lights are off at closing. He also shows concern regarding the sandwich sign in front of the restaurant. He also asks that all the neon lighting be off at closing and suggests removing the flower box from the front of the restaurant. Mr. Finch motions to approve the signs with the following conditions: 1) That all additional lettering shall be removed from the awning sign including the words “DELIVERY”, “PIZZA AND MORE” and the telephone number. No additional lettering shall be added to the awning sign without review and approval by the Design Review Board; Design Review Board Minutes January 8, 2004 Page 2 of 5 2) That the word “SPANKY’S” above the logo on the awning sign shall be removed. Lettering reading “SPANKY’S” should be placed below the logo on the same line as the word “PIZZA”. These letters shall no longer follow a curve but shall be in a straight, even line; 3) That window signage shall be minimized and organized. The Board recommended that the illuminated letters should move to the right side window along with the menu and/or specials signs; 4) That the awning shall not be internally illuminated; and 5) That all illuminated signage including the projecting right angle sign and the window signs shall be turned off during off-hours. Mr. Haring seconds. Motion passes 4-0. 2. Goodfella's - John Beatrice/200 Rantoul St./Sign Mr. Beatrice approaches the Board with a design of an awning he wishes to install in front of 200 Rantoul Street. He states that he wishes to remove a 4' projecting sign and add the awning. He also states that the name of the business will be printed on the front of the awning and will not be illuminated. Mr. Haring suggests reviewing signs in the window and possibly removing them. Ms. Brusca agrees with Mr. Haring about the window signs. Ms. Bruce states that the awning will be burgundy and will measure 60.5” width by 48” height. Mr. Finch motions to accept the awning as presented contingent upon removal of the existing projecting sign and all temporary signage. In addition, the lettering shall be placed on the primary face of the awning only and the awning shall not be internally illuminated. Any new window signage must conform to the City’s sign ordinance. The portable sign shall be removed. Mr. Haring seconds. Motion carries 4-0. 3. Energy & Healing Center - Cindy Mitchell/11 Railroad Ave./Sign Ms. Mitchell approaches the Board with a picture of a banner displayed on the side of the building at 11 Railroad Avenue. Mr. Finch states that just the name and nature of the business on a sign is allowed, an extensive listing of services is not allowed. He also states that the banner is difficult to read with all the verbiage on it and the location of it. The landlord has placed her banner sign directly below this business’ sign. Mr. Finch suggests separating the signs, removing the phone number, enlarging the type, and possibly add 2nd Floor with an arrow. Ms. Bruce confirms the colors of the banner being white with black, gold and red. Design Review Board Minutes January 8, 2004 Page 3 of 5 Mr. Haring agrees with Mr. Finch and states that the signs be separated by 6". Mr. Haring suggests eliminating some of the items and wording on the sign, the telephone number and separating the signs by at least 6" by raising her sign above her landlords. He also suggests submitting a new design to Ms. Zambernardi for approval. Mr. Finch motions to approve the sign with the condition that the phone number and black lettering be removed, and that the sign be placed 6” or 7” above the “Chenko Corner” sign. The Board prefers that no additional wording be added below the red band. Due to the lack of visibility from the Cabot Street side of the building, the Board found nd that adding a directional arrow or business address, specifically “2 Floor, 11 Railroad Ave” would be acceptable. The approval is contingent upon submission of a revised design incorporating the changes mentioned above. Mr. Haring seconds the motion. Motion carries 4-0. 4. Subway - John Bos/386 Cabot Street/Sign Mr. Bos approaches the Board with a proposed design of the exterior of the building and sign. He states that the current roof outline will be removed and replaced with a border of hunter green. The border will be cloth and there will be a handicap ramp installed to the right of the building adjacent to the parking lot. He also states that signage is vital and he will be refacing the freestanding sign to 2' x 8'. He wishes to place verbiage on the left top banner facing the railroad tracks, the right side of banner facing the parking lot and turn the freestanding sign 90 degrees to face the street. Mr. Finch asks if the banner being wrapped around the building will be illuminated. He states he approved the green awning type border and suggests gooseneck lights for illumination. Mr. Finch also shows concern regarding how the banner awning is being secured to the building. He asks Mr. Bos if he could provide an elevation from his architect of the final design. He also suggests some landscaping around the outside of the handicap ramp. Ms. Brusca approves of the idea of gooseneck lighting and asks if the pole sign is internally illuminated. Mr. Haring shows his concern regarding signage on all sides of the building and asks for clarification regarding the city ordinance. Ms. Bruce suggests raising the awning a bit so as not to cut off the top of the windows. Ms. Zambernardi suggests that temporary signs are acceptable but suggests to the Board that further discussion be tabled pending more complete and accurate drawings and plans. She also suggests to the Board that they meet again when Mr. Bos can provide the plans needed for the Board to review. She also states that she will speak to Mr. Nelson, Building Insp., regarding verbiage on the awnings on the track side of the building. Design Review Board Minutes January 8, 2004 Page 4 of 5 Ms. Bruce states that Mr. Bos should provide: *drawings with dimensions *detail drawings of the freestanding sign *extend the awning further on parking lot side Mr. Finch motions to table the application contingent upon submission of accurate plans and drawings to Ms. Zambernardi and the Board for approval at the next meeting. Seconded by Ms. Bruce. Motion carries 4-0. 5. CVS - Steve Haight/Dodge Street/Site Plan Review Mr. Haight of Appledore Engineering approaches the Board with designs of a new CVS store to be built in the North Beverly Plaza. He states that the Papa Gino's building will be torn down and replaced with a 13,000 SF standalone building with a drive-thru. The design is a prototype. He also states that the design for the signs will be addressed at a later date. Mr. Haight also explains that the parking capacity will remain the same and that some of the additional square footage will be for storage. He continues to explain the 18' aisle the fire department requested and the access steps from the Dodge Street side walk to the front of the new store that were requested by Dennis Tarsook, Traffic Sergeant. He showed how there will be a retaining wall around most of the perimeter of the building along the street side with a rail fence atop the highest part of the wall. He continues to explain that there is 1000 SF of additional landscaping. Mr. William Starck of William Starck Architects approaches the Board with the design of the building. Mr. Finch and other Board members unanimously agree that the design presented is not in character with the architectural design of the plaza. Mr. Finch also shows concern for the development of the property directly across the street and prefers that a brick wall would not be pleasing to the eye of the tenants. He also suggests placing columns in the drive-thru, placing a trellis on the building with growth, and a split rail fence. Mr. Haight states that the neighbors requested a 6' high fence on the part of the property abutting the neighbors. Ms. Zambernardi asks Mr. Haight to describe the neighborhood meeting that was held. She also spoke about the architecture in the plaza and would like the design to compliment the existing architecture. She also stated concern about the drive-thru on the street side of the building and would like to see the landscaping plan. Mr. Haring questions the density. Design Review Board Minutes January 8, 2004 Page 5 of 5 Ms. Zambernardi suggests to the Board to table any further discussion pending different plans being submitted with the Board's suggestions. She suggests that the Board meet on January 15, 2004. The Board agrees to table further discussion as suggested pending January 15, 2004, meeting when other plans can be submitted with the appropriate suggestions made by the Board. 6. Approval of Minutes: Mr. Finch motions to accept the minutes of the December 4, 2003, meeting, seconded by Ms. Bruce. Motion carries 4-0. Ms. Bruce motions to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Haring. Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.