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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHDC 121415 ddf signs Staff Report with minutesPage 1 of 8 DATE: December 14, 2015 APPLICANT: Robert Fegtly, DDF Consulting ADDRESS: 521 & 601 Rock Street and 409 & 411 E 6th Street COA REQUEST: Signage PROJECT BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTION: The subject property is located in four separate houses near the intersection of Rock and 6th Streets. The legal descriptions are as follows:  521 Rock Street is Lot 6R Block 150 being a replat of lots 5 and 6.  601 Rock Street is the West 93’ of Lots 1 & 2 and the South 12’ of the East 50 of Lot 2 Block 151.  409 E 6th Street is the East 50’ of Lot 1 and the North 35’ of the East 50’ of Lot 2, Block 151.  411 East 6th Street is the North 10’ of lot 10 and all of lots 11 and 12 Block 151. All are in the Original City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas." The Kempner House at 521 South Rock was built around 1910. The 2006 survey form states: “Italianate style with large roof brackets and decorative columned porch.” It is considered a "Contributing Structure" to the MacArthur Park Historic District. It has a façade easement upon it for the structure. The Nash House at 601 South Rock was built in 1907. The architect was Charles Thompson. The 2006 survey form states: “A Georgian Revival subset of Colonial Revival showing extensive dentil work and prominent gable returns at roof. Decorative ionic columns and elliptical fan light are prominent”. It is considered a "Contributing Structure" to the MacArthur Park Historic District and was individually listed in 1982. The Nash House at 409 E 6th Street was built in 1907. The architect was Charles Thompson. The 2006 survey form states: “A National Register property similar to an adjacent Thompson designed home. Large ionic (paired) columns and decorative dormer with Palladian window DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. Three. Location of Project Page 2 of 8 provides decoration”. It is considered a "Contributing Structure" to the MacArthur Park Historic District and was individually listed in 1982. The Seimer House at 411 E 6th Street was built around 1880. The 2006 survey form states: “Italianate style with minimal detailing. Heavy cornice trim, tall narrow windows with vertical mullion, the large one story porch with square posts and beveled and turned detailing are expresses in this two story structure.” It is considered a "Contributing Structure" to the MacArthur Park Historic District. The proposal is to replace the existing signage at 5221 Rock, 409 and 411 E 6 th and add a sign at 601 Rock Street. The existing sign at 521 Rock is a monument style sign and would be replaced with a larger monument style sign. The other three signs would be identical, with the exception of the street address PREVIOUS ACTIONS ON THIS SITE: On June 23, 2014, at 521 Rock, a COC was issued to DDF for fencing around the generator. On June 23, 2014 at 409 E 6th Street, a COC was issued to DDF for step repair and storm damage to landscaping. On June 23, 2014 at 411 E 6th Street, a COC was issued to DDF for fencing and vinyl siding repair. On March 21, 2013, at 521 Rock, a COC was issued to DDF for the location and installation of a generator. On March 4, 2011 at 409 and 411 E 6th street, a COC was issued for fencing around air- conditioning units. On February 22, 2008 at 601 Rock, a COC was issued to DDF fro roof damage due to wind. On October 7, 2004, at 601 Rock, a COC was approved and issued to DDF to install signage. PROPOSAL AND WRITTEN ANALYSIS OF THE APPLICATION BASED OFF OF INTENT AND GUIDELINES: The proposal is to replace the existing signage at 5221 Rock, 409 and 411 E 6th and add a sign at 601 Rock Street. The existing sign at 521 Rock is a monument style sign and would be replaced with a larger monument style sign. The other three signs would be identical, with the exception of the street address. Contributing and Non-contributing map Page 3 of 8 Proposed sign at 521 Rock Existing sign at 521 Rock Proposed sign at 409, 411 and 601. Existing sign at 409 E 6th. Existing sign at 411 E 6th. The guidelines state on page 58: E. SIGNS Signs should be subordinate to the architecture and overall character throughout the district. Historic signs should be preserved, including “ghost” signs on the sides of buildings. 1. Attached to Building: Signs attached to a building should not cover or obscure architectural features. Signs may be painted on windows, doors, or small panels at entrances or on awnings. Small signs may be flush-mounted on a building wall; may be hung on porches between posts; or may project from the structure. A sign on a masonry wall should be mounted in the mortar, not the masonry. 2. Free-Standing: Free-standing signs should be low, small, and constructed of wood or a non-shiny finish. The recommended size should not exceed six square feet in area. These signs should be located in landscaped areas. All ground mounted (free standing) signs in the UU Page 4 of 8 zoning district must be approved by the Board of Adjustment in addition to the Historic District Commission. Examples of appropriate signs are illustrated to the right. For signs in the R4-A district, please consult Staff for further information. 3. Materials for signs: Materials used for signs should be traditional, such as finished wood, glass, copper, or bronze, not plywood, plastic, unfinished wood, neon or other internally lighted materials, or flashing lights. Materials should be compatible with the building materials. 4. Design of signs: The design of the signs should be appropriate to the building, in size, lettering, and style. Business logos or symbols are desirable. If several businesses share a building, coordinate the signs. Flashing, rotating, moveable, or portable signs should not be used. 5. Lighting of signs: Lighting of signs should be from remote sources, preferably from the ground aimed directly at the sign and shielded from street view. Lighting should not use visible bulbs, internal sources or luminous paint. The sign at 521 Rock Street, the monument style sign will be placed in the same position as the existing sign. The sign face will be made of 3/16” aluminum plate cut to the profile shape. The address oval, accent bars and logos are also cut from 3/16” aluminum plate and adhered to the face of the sign. The artwork on the sign is a high performance vinyl digitally printed and adhered to the face of the sign. The sign is one sided. The sign will be welded to 2” square aluminum tubing that is secured in concrete. The overall height of the sign is 54”. The base of the sign is 18” tall, the body of the sign is 23” and the cornice is an additional 11” in height. The overall width is 44”. The body of the sign is 34” wide and the square footage of that portion is 5.43, under the recommended six square feet. The overall size is 12.29 sf when adding the three portions together. The sign will not be illuminated. The pole mounted signs at 601 Rock, 409 and 411 E 6th streets will be placed in the same position when replacing an existing sign as shown on the surveys. The pole for the sign will be a 3” square aluminum tubing. These signs are two sided. The sign faces will be cut from 1/8” aluminum plate and welded to a 2” x 1” channel to give the appearance that the sign is a solid 2” thick. The oval with the street address will be a 3/16” aluminum plate that is applied to the face of the sign. The artwork on the sign is a high performance vinyl digitally printed and adhered to the face of the sign. The height of the pole measures almost 90”. The sign face measures 27” x 18”, 3.375 square feet, below the recommended six square feet. The signs will not be illuminated. Staff spoke with Public Works Traffic division about visibility obstruction at the intersections of streets. The sign at 521 Rock does not create a visibility obstruction because of the one way streets. The sign at 601 may create one. This may result in the sign being moved toward the house or the sign being installed higher on the pole. This may result in the scrollwork at the top of the sign being modified. Page 5 of 8 Staff surveyed other signs of this type in the historic district from Capitol to 9 th Street. 90” tall was not an uncommon height. Some were taller, but most were over 8’ in height. Staff believes that it is important that the signs not be of a shiny finish, they should be matte. When viewed against other signs in the area, these are of an appropriate scale. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS AND REACTION: At the time of distribution, there was one phone call of a neutral nature. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval with the following conditions: 1. Obtaining a sign permit or transfer existing permit for each sign. 2. Work with Public Works Traffic Division to determine that the signage will not create a visibility obstruction. Contact Greg Clay at 379-1811. COMMISSION ACTION: December 14, 2015 Brian Minyard, Staff, made a presentation. Bob Fegtly, the applicant, stated that they were a bank consulting firm and bought the first house in 1993. The company rebranded and the new signage will help the clients know where to go. Commissioner Dick Kelley asked about the sign at 521 Rock and how it was secured in the ground. The sign will be mounted with a concrete footer. Mr. Fegtly state that all of the signs will have a matte finish and none will be illuminated. There were no citizens in the room that wished to speak on the application. Mr. Minyard stated that there was one call from a neighbor of a neutral nature. Vice Chair BJ Bowen made a motion to approve with staff conditions. Commissioner Jeremiah Russell seconded and the motion passed with 7 ayes and 0 noes. Page 6 of 8 Application Page 7 of 8 Cover Letter Page 8 of 8 Cover Letter continued November 20, 2015 Robert Fegtly DDF Consulting 521 Rock Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 Dear Mr. Fegtly, Your application for Signage, at 521 & 601 Rock Street and 409 & 411 E 6th Street will be heard before the Historic District Commission on December 14, 2015. The hearing will be held in the Board Room at City Hall at 500 West Markham on the second floor. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. Your amendment will be item 3 on the agenda. You or your agent must be present in order for the item to be heard. Sincerely, Brian Minyard Planner II DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 December 9, 2015 Robert Fegtly DDF Consulting 521 Rock Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 Dear Mr. Fegtly, Enclosed is a copy of your item that is a part of the agenda for the December 14, 2015 Little Rock Historic District Commission meeting. The Staff recommendation is approval with conditions. Please take this opportunity to familiarize yourself with the staff report before the hearing. Your application for Signage, at 521 & 601 Rock Street and 409 & 411 E 6th Street will be heard before the Historic District Commission on December 14, 2015. The hearing will be held in the Board Room at City Hall at 500 West Markham on the second floor. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. Your amendment will be item 3 on the agenda. You or your agent must be present in order for the item to be heard. If there are any questions, please call me. Sincerely, Brian Minyard Planner II DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 November 20, 2015, 2013 Robert Fegtly DDF Consulting 521 Rock Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 Re: Signage Dear Mr. Fegtly, The Little Rock Historic District Commission has reviewed the Signage at the December 14, 2015 meeting. The Little Rock Historic District Commission has approved your Certificate of Appropriateness of the Signage. The final vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes and 0 recusals. Enclosed is your Certificate of Appropriateness. The original (printed on blue paper) should be kept with your important papers. I have also enclosed a copy for your use. Thank you, Brian Minyard Planner II DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 ____________, 2013 Dear Sir or Madam: The item at 521 & 601 Rock Street and 409 & 411 E 6th Street for Signage, that was heard before the Historic District Commission on December 14, 2015 was deferred at that meeting to the September 12, 2013 hearing. The hearing will be held in the Board Room at City Hall at 500 West Markham on the second floor. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. You were previously notified via certified mail of this application. The staff report should be online at the following link one week in advance of the hearing: http://littlerock.org/CityDepartments/PlanningAndDevelopment/subsection.aspx?PageID=70 Thank you, Brian Minyard Planner II DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435