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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_Commuinity Appearance_6/10/1998 F re,G ‘6; VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 1 , 1 ,.;Hfa.,'" DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ' l'il‘ Post Office Box 3273 • 357 Tequesta Drive • Tequesta, Florida 33469-0273 • (561) 575-6220 pN �` Y ' Fax: (561) 575-6239 VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES • JUNE 10, 1998- I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The Tequesta Community Appearance Board held a meeting in the Village Council Chambers at 357 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida, on Wednesday, June 10, 1998. The meeting was called to order at 9:30 A.M. by Vice Chair Vic Strahan. Boardmembers present were Vice Chair Vic Strahan, Claudette Dalack, Steve Parker, and Molly McCormick. Also in attendance was Scott D. Ladd, Clerk of the Board. II. •APPROVAL OF AGENDA • Vice Chair Strahan announced that the agenda was approved. III. COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS There were no communications from citizens. IV. APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES The Community Appearance Board accepted the minutes of the May 6, 1998 Community Appearance Board meeting as submitted. v. : NEW- BUSINESS -- . - - . Recycled Paper • COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 2 1. An application from Wachovia Bank, N.A. , Cotleur & Hearing, Inc. , as agent, for the addition of an ATM unit and replacement of existing First United Bank signage with new Wachovia Signage, 250 Tequesta Drive. Darrell McCann, Landscape Architect representing Cotleur & Hearing, Inc. , explained that Wachovia Bank wished to change the former First United Bank signage to Wachovia signage and to install a new ATM, and reviewed the plans. Mr. McCann explained that because the two Pygmy Date Palms planted in front of the corner monument sign had grown to obstruct view of the sign, the applicant requested permission to move the palm to each end of the sign. The Board had no objection as long as the base of the sign was not exposed. Comments were presented from Chair Leslie Cook, who was not present. Chair Cook requested the same color be used on the building signs and on the free-standing sign. Colors were discussed. It was pointed out that no new signs were requested, only replacements for existing signs. Boardmember Dalack made a motion to accept the application from Wachovia Bank, N.A. for addition of an ATM unit and replacement of existing First United Bank signage with new Wachovia Signage at 250 Tequesta Drive, as submitted, with the condition that the wall signs shall match the blue in the monument sign and the number 250 shall also be in blue; and in landscaping of the monument sign the applicant shall be permitted to move the Pygmy Date Palms to each end of the sign and use Ixora to fill in where the palms were removed and either Liriope or Ilex as a groundcover where needed. Boardmember Parker seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Vic Strahan - for -- - C1_audette_D_alack -- for Steve Parker for COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 • Page 3 • Molly McCormick - for The motion was therefore passed and adopted." 2. An application from the George G. Gentile & Assoc. , Landscape Architects, as agent for owner Frank Sullivan, for review of revised landscape plans for Ordinance #377 compliance for 140-144 Bridge Road and 150-154 Bridge Road. (These properties were originally approved by Community Appearance Board on 7/31/96 and Council on 9/12/96) George Gentile, George G. Gentile & Associates Landscape Architects, explained the 140 and 150 Bridge Road properties had been previously approved for Ordinance 377 but that proposed improvements had been in the road right-of-way, that Resolution 25-96/97 discouraged any buildings in the right-of-way, and that proposed renovation plans for the Tequesta Plaza property provided • on-street parking within the right-of-way. Mr. Gentile had been requested by Mr. Sullivan to design a new plan to meet Resolution 25-96/97 and decide what could be done. Mr. Gentile explained that parking at the buildings now occupied the right-of-way and the property was short three parking spaces. Mr. Gentile described landscaping proposed by the new plan, explained that - eighteen waivers were requested for the 150 building and 17 for the 140 building, and that the area was in a great state of flux at the present time because the Tequesta Plaza property plans were not final. Scott D. Ladd, Clerk of the Board, explained that Landscape Architect Emily O'Mahoney had completed plans for these properties which were approved and were in place, and Mr. Sullivan did not want to abide by those _ _plans but wanted _to supplant those _plans' with _the plans proposed by N1r. Gentile. Mr. Ladd explained the" wavers" COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 4 were the same; however, there were a number of differences in the two plans and quantities appeared to be much reduced in the plan now proposed. Mr. Ladd reported staff had no problems removing landscaping in the right-of-way since that would be addressed later by the Village. Staff had recommended more landscaping be added around the buildings as in Emily O'Mahoney' s original plan, but not to have parking where she had it in the right-of-way. Mr. Gentile commented that when the Bridge Road work was resolved that the parking at these buildings might need to be reconfigured, and there could be more opportunities for landscaping at that time. Mr. Ladd explained that Mr. Sullivan had been ordered to provide landscaping to meet Ordinance 377 by the Special Master. Mr. Gentile stated that no parking spaces could be removed unless approved by the Community Appearance Board since there were not enough. Mr. Ladd clarified that using a unified plan for the two buildings there were 26 parking spaces with 18 required, so that parking was not a problem and there were actually more spaces than required. Boardmembers discussed areas where parking spaces could be removed and landscaping added. In response to Mr. Gentile' s question of what would happen to the parking if one building should be sold, Mr. Ladd responded that it was hoped there would be a cross- parking agreement. Vice Chair Strahan commented this was an interim plan. The lack of an automatic irrigation system was discussed. Mr. Gentile explained that plants had been used that would not need watering after they were established; however, the Board felt that the landscaping in the front should be automatically irrigated. In the rear, a continuous cocoplum hedge would be provided which Vice Chair Strahan commented must be watered until established or it would die; and that if it died the property owner was required to plant another cocoplum hedge. Mr. Ladd - - explained that- Code Enforcement- Of-finer. I-rovando and COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 5 Joann Burnsed from the Community Development Department had established a plan and were going out every week to inspect properties for compliance with the approved landscaping. Boardmember Parker made a motion to approve the landscape plans from George G. Gentile & Assoc. , Landscape Architects, as agent for owner Frank Sullivan, for Ordinance #377 compliance for 140-144 and 150-154 Bridge Road with the following conditions of approval: 1. Add 3 landscape islands along Bridge Road: one at the northwest corner, one in the middle, and one at the northeast corner, each with two Sabal Palms and native groundcover. 2. Remove asphalt at the southwest corner of the 140 building and add a landscape island containing one Sabal Palm and native groundcover, and remove asphalt at the southwest corner of the 150 building and add a landscape island containing two Sabal Palms and native groundcover. 3. An automatic irrigation system shall be provided in the front of both buildings. 4. Trees and the hedge in the back of both buildings shall be hand watered until the plants are established. Boardmember McCormick seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Vic Strahan - for Claudette Dalack - for Steve Parker - for Mo rmro r - - - - COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 6 The motion was therefore passed and adopted. 3. An application from Captec Engineering, as agent for Dayco, Inc., developer for owner Gary Van Brock, for review of the proposed Lighthouse Cove project, a 252- unit apartment complex to be located at the corner of Village Boulevard and Old Dixie Highway. Joe Capra, Captec Engineering, reviewed graphics representing the project elements, and explained that the upscale apartment buildings would be two and three-story buildings with barrel tile roofs which would contain 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments. Other features described by Mr. Capra were the clubhouse, pool, tennis Court, waterfall, ten free-standing garage buildings, and trash area. Pedestrian access was provided from the development to the church, to the post office, and to the shopping area. Shallow dry retention grassed areas were provided. Mr. Capra introduced others present on behalf of the project: Carol Stone, Vice President in Charge of Marketing for Dayco, Eddy Frances, Architect, and Troy Holloway and George Gentile from George G. Gentile & Associates, Landscape Architects. Comments from the list provided by Chair Cook were concerns regarding the landscaping on Old Dixie Highway behind the garages which she felt should be higher or taller, and suggested adding Sabal palms. It was reported that during the site plan review at the Village Council meeting, Councilmember Capretta had expressed the same concern and requested the berm be made as high as possible with dense vegetation to be provided on top of the berm to buffer the sounds from the railroad. Mr. Capra commented there would be four garages along that side instead of the three shown on the plan, which would provide another building to buffer noise. The sign- materials - - - --were discussed: The sign was proposed- - - • COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 7 to consist of polished green marble with gold anodized aluminum letters which would look like brass, and the same shade of green as in the marble was used for the apartment building doors. Boardmember Parker questioned the material on the steps, which appeared as a terra cotta color on the graphics. Mr. Frances explained that tile had been used in the past, but accidents had occurred. Ms. Stone described the material as a concrete stain with sand in it that was painted on the concrete walkways and stairs. There were no elevators provided in the apartment buildings. Mr. Frances pointed out on a graphic how the two-story buildings were interspersed among the three-story buildings to provide a more interesting view, rather than only a straight row of all two-story or all three-story buildings. The clubhouse and the garages would be single story buildings. Vice Chair Strahan complimented the applicant for meeting the requirements of the Village well. The garages were described as being ventilated on the rear side through openings in the stucco walls. Boardmember Parker stated the facades in general were rather plain at the second and third story levels and suggested possibly adding banding at the bottom of those windows; however, the architect' s opinion was the buildings would then look too busy. The Board discussed the color elevation which showed the front projection as a slightly darker shade of cream than the rest of the building. It was explained that part of the buildings would be shadowed and would appear slightly darker. After discussion, consensus of the Board was to offer the applicant the option of using a slightly darker shade of paint on that portion of the buildings if desired. Troy Holloway provided a quick overview of landscaping materials, and explained that the perimeter was 100% —— _ — =eat .on__ he_,coner ;_araund the—btu; i ; ors a�m;X_ of` natives aril tropicals were used;- and at the `c u^ base" CONMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 8 the plants were almost 100' tropical. Mexican tile was used around the pool. Boardmember Parker discussed the pines located on the east side of the property. Mr. Gentile explained that some of the pines were on the church property, and those would remain; however, the sand pines on the applicant' s property must be removed because they would not survive the necessary changes in elevation. Mr. Parker requested that all trees possible be saved, and pointed out two pockets of existing trees where there would not be much grade change which could be left as a preserve behind the old post office. Mr. Gentile explained that removing the existing pines would actually benefit the scrub jay population on the church property because smaller canopy trees would be planted which would provide a food source. Mr. Gentile assured the Community Appearance Board there were no scrub jays located on this property, but they did feed on this property; and described. gopher tortoise burrows on the property which also contained gopher frogs, which would be relocated. Proposed vegetation along the east property line was discussed. Boardmember Parker suggested the garage buildings be shifted into the right-of-way to provide room for a larger berm; however, the applicant explained there would not be sufficient room for cars to back out of the garages into the roadway with proper vision of whether there was traffic on the road. Boardmember Parker commented the landscaping proposed at the entry and the clubhouse appeared lush; however, landscaping along Old Dixie Highway and Village Boulevard appeared light. Boardmember Parker recommended tying the berms together behind the garages, making a continuous berm along the property line. Boardmember Parker commented the positions for proposed cabbage palms and oaks along Old_,_Dixie Ii g _ ._ __ t- --_bP_c Psisdpred_._rarPfh1l- y because of the power-line— at that locati6h. 'Boardmembe— `" COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 9 because of the power lines at that location. Boardmember Parker stated a single hedge was not thick enough. Mr. Gentile suggested staggered pockets of additional hedge material to create thicker areas rather than a single hedge. Boardmember Parker expressed concern that the slash pines would take awhile to provide density and recommended adding medium height plants such as ligustrum or wax myrtles at 5' -7 ' height. Boardmember Parker also recommended the perimeter live oaks be larger and installed at 16' -18 ' height along the road frontages, and to add medium size plants such as ligustrum especially at the corner of the maintenance building. Boardmember Parker made a motion to approve the application from Captec Engineering, as agent for Dayco, Inc. , developer for owner Gary Van Brock, for review of the proposed Lighthouse Cove project, a 252 unit apartment complex to be located at the corner of Village Boulevard and Old Dixie Highway as submitted, with the following conditions of approval: 1. Applicant shall look into preservation of existing pines in the northeast corner by garage No. 1 and preservation of existing pines between garage No. 5 and optional garage No.9, and shall make every effort to preserve them if possible. 2. Increase the size of Live Oaks around the perimeter along Village Boulevard and Old Dixie Highway from 12' to 16' -18' in height or a 5" caliper. 3. Thicken the buffering along Village Boulevard and Old Dixie Highway to two layers of plants, staggering hedges rather than a single row of hedging, making a double row or whatever is necessary to thicken the buffering; and adding more medium-size plant material u as Ligustrum .trees,. :_wax..myrtles, or any native plants within a 6' -7 ' height range, specifically to COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 10 the buildings, including maintenance building and garages. 4. Tie all berms together to make a continuous berm to be a minimum of 1' -2' in height. Boardmember Dalack seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Vic Strahan - for Claudette Dalack - for Steve Parker - for Molly McCormick - for The motion was therefore passed and adopted. VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Boardmember Parker commented that at a previous meeting he had pointed out palms that had been planted too close to canopy trees in the Seabrook Road streetscape which would cause them not to survive, and he had requested they be moved. Vice Chair Strahan responded that the trees had been moved as Boardmember Parker had suggested and described the work that had been done. VII. ANY OTHER MATTERS There were no other matters to come before the Board. VIII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11:20 A.M. COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 10, 1998 Page 11 Respectfully submitted, 7 Betty four Recording Secretary ATTEST: S 0 L. Scott D. Ladd Clerk of the Board DATE APPROVED: 7- f5-90