6.a) Wayne Schmitt, Variance at 21084 Olinda Trail North Meeting Date: 1/5/2010
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Plann�ng Comm�ss�on/C�ty Counc�l
Agenda Report
City of Scandia
14727 209th St. North
Scandia, MN 55073 (651)433-2274
Action Requested: Hold a public hearing on the application of Wayne Schmitt for
variances to allow for an addition and remodeling for an office use in
the existing structure at 21084 Olinda Trail North.
Deadline/ Timeline: 60-day review period (extended) expires March 1, 2010.
Background: The planner will present the attached report and recommendations at
the meeting on January 5, 2010.
Recommendation: The planner has recommended approval of the variances with findings
and conditions which have been incorporated into a draft resolution
for use by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Attachments/ • Draft Resolution O1-OS-10-02 Approving Certificate of
Materials provided: Compliance and Variance Request
• TKDA Memorandum dated December 29, 2009
• Application Materials
• Plan Sheets A1, AZ &A3 dated December 8, 2009
• Memo re: Fa�ade Renovation dated December 21, 2009 from
Susan Rodsjo, Planning Commissioner and Chair, Design
Guidelines Committee
Contact(s): Wayne Schmitt, 433-3536
Prepared by: Anne Hurlburt, Administrator
(Schmitt Variance)
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CITY OF SCANDIA, MINNESOTA ''+
RESOLUTION NO. 01�05=10-02
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APPROVING CERTIFIC�T� OF CO PLIANCE ``�
AND VARIANCES FOR 210$4 OLIlY�A��'RAIL ,��
WHEREAS,Wayne Schmitt has`'made ap�lication for a�certificate of compliance for
office use, and for variances from lot size, frontagej sign setback, li� n�t g setback, and
landscaping requirements, for renovation of�'an exis�ing building a�d construction of an addition
to that building, located at 21084 Olinda Trail�,�i�df Scan�ia�ai�d
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WHEREAS, the property is legally desc�`bed as follows:
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The North Twenty eight (28) feet of Lot T �(�) in Block One (1) of Scandia, according
to the sutvey and plat;thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds
of�a.�s�iington�ounty;Minnesota, subject to an easement for access reserved to the
ot�rier of the��ut�Twenty-two (22) feet of said Lot Two(2), to run with the land, over
the South Ten (1(�}feet of the East Seventy-five(75) feet of the tract hereby conveyed,
a���ubject to an ea�ement for�`a sewer drain presently existing over the northeast corner
of�ie�ract hereby co.veyed, said easement being reserved to the owner of Lot Eighteen
(18) of��unty Audit��''s Plat No. 6, as surveyed and platted, to run with the land; and
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WHEREA\S�, th� �ianning Commission reviewed the request at a duly noticed Public
Hearing on January 5,�010, and has recommended approval; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SCANDIA, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA, that it should
and hereby does approve the certificate of compliance for office use, and variances to allow lot
size of.08 acre, frontage of 22 feet, sign setback of 2 feet from the right of way, lighting setback
of 2 feet from the front lot line and side lot line, and no groundcover planting strip, to allow
renovation of the existing building and construction of an addition of 144 square feet for office
use,based on the following findings:
Resolution No. OI-OS-10-02
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1. A hardship exists because the requested use, office, is allowed with a certificate of
compliance in the Retail Business District, and the property cannot be put to this
reasonable use without the variances. The lot is too small to allow for signage, lighting,
and landscaping that conform to all Ordinance requirements.
2. The variances requested are the minimum needed to alleviate the hardship.
3. The size and dimensions of the lot and existing structure were not created by the property
owner.
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4. The proposed building and use are consistent with��he�essential character of the
surrounding village center. �
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5. The request is in harmony with the Compre�hensive Plan�s goals and polic`ies for the
village center. � �` ,
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that the following�ccmditions of approval shall be met:
1. The addition shall be built in substantial compliance with fh+��laor plans titled General
Layout, dated October 7, 2009. The fa�ade improvements, li�ting, fencing, landscaping
and signage shall be in substantial coriformar�ice with Sheets A1, A2, and A3 dated
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2. The approved use of the property is office��No change in use or improvements to the
building shall be made that would increase�at�r and sewer demand over an average use
of 100 gallons per day. �
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3. One�gn,not to exceed�22 square feet in size, is allowed. The applicant shall submit a
fin 1 design for the sign and obtain a sign permit. The final design must be in substantial
`�conformance with Sheets A2 and A3 dated December 8, 2009.
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4. A`parking lot shall riot be constructed on the subject property. An easement shall be
recorded, ensuring that four parking spaces for use by the office located at 21084 Olinda
Trail will be provided`at the Schmitt Mall parking lot. The easement shall be prepared by
the City Attorney,at'the applicant's expense.
5. Outdoor lightirig shall be turned off within one hour of business closing, except for
security lighting. Lighting shall be in substantial compliance with Sheets A2 and A3
dated December 8, 2009. The luminaire shall be cut off at an angle of 90 degrees or less,
and the lighting shall conform to all other lighting requirements of the Development
Code.
6. Solid waste and recycling containers shall be kept in the fenced area between the building
and the adjacent mall.
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7. Two narrow coniferous shrubs shall be installed in front of the fence located between the
building and the adjacent mall. The rear of the lot shall remain vegetated.
8. The applicant shall hook up to the wastewater system at his own expense. The applicant
shall install a meter that is a type approved by the City, and shall pay all applicable sewer
user charges.
9. The building design and material specifications must substantially conform to the
memorandum reviewing the project per the Scandia Design Guidelines, and Sheets A2
and A3 dated December 8, 2009, except that window, panel�nd door molding material
shall be wood, Hardie Board, or other similar, durable maferial.
10. All fees shall be paid.
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MEMORANDUM
To: City Council and Reference: Schmitt Variance Request
Planning Commission
Copies To: Anne Hurlburt, City Administrator
Wayne Schmitt
Proj. No.: 14305.005
From: Sherri Buss, Berry Farrington Routing:
Date: December 29, 2009
SUBJECT: Schmitt Variance Request
MEETING DATE: January 5, 2010
LOCATION: . 21084 Olinda Trail
Scandia, Minnesota
APPLICANT: Wayne Schmitt
ZONING: Retail Business District
60-DAY PERIOD: March 1, 2010
ITEMS REVIEWED: Application and sketch plans, aerial photo, Sheets A1, A2, and A3 dated
December 8, 2009, Floor plans (General Layout) dated October 7, 2009, Memorandum from Susan Rodsjo to
Planning Commission and City Council regarding fa�ade renovation, Memorandum from City Staff to City
Council regarding Uptown sewer system.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST:
The Applicant requests lot size, frontage, sign setback, lighting setback, and landscaping variances to allow
renovation of an existing building and construction of an addition at the rear of the building. The subject
property is .08 acres located at 21084 Olinda Trail, in Scandia's village center. The property is located in the
Retail Business District.
The applicant proposes to use the building for office space. The existing building is approximately 22 feet by
32 feet (704 square feet) and the addition is approximately 18 feet by 8 feet (144 square feet). The applicant
has also applied for a Certificate of Compliance, the required permit in the Retail Business District for office
use in an existing building.
An Employee Owned Company Promoting Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
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BACKGROUND:
The subject property is an existing, nonconforming lot, as it does not meet the minimum dimensional
standards of the zoning ordinance. Chapter 1, Section 12.4 of the Scandia Development Code addresses
nonconforming lots. In the case of a nonconforming lot, variances from dimensional standards may be
requested so that the property may be used for the legal use for which the property is zoned.
Chapter 1, Section 6.4 of the Scandia Development Code describes the criteria for granting variances. It
states that variances are permitted when they are in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the
Development Code, in cases where there are particular hardships, and when consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
"Hardship" as used in connection with variances, means that the property cannot be put to a reasonable use if
used under the conditions allowed by the Official Controls; that the plight of the landowner is due to
circumstances unique to the property, not created by the landowner; and that the variance would not alter the
essential character of the locality.
OVERVIEW OF FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION:
T'he planner finds that an office use is a reasonable use for the subject property. Office use is allowed in the
zoning district with a certificate of compliance. The lot is too small to conform to all Ordinance
requirements; variances from these requirements are requested. Without the variances,the property could not
be put to the reasonable, office use and therefore a hardship exists. The variances requested are the minimum
needed to alleviate the hardship. The nlanner recommends that the requested variances and the certificate of
comnliance be �ranted, with the conditions listed at the end of this report
DETAILED EVALUATION OF THE REQUEST:
Comprehensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan provides land use and economic development goals and policies for the village
center. These include: reinforce the village center as the social and economic focal point of the community;
encourage commercial, office, [and other uses] that complement existing uses and patterns; provide for easy
pedestrian movement; create an enhanced and economically healthy village center; and encourage small
businesses and entrepreneurs in and around the village center.
Lot Size and Frontage
The Retail Business District's minimum lot size is 2.5 acres. The existing lot is .08 acres. A variance is
reQuested to allow for the existin�lot size of 08 acres.
The minimum lot frontage on a public road is 160 feet in the Retail Business District. The existing lot is
approximately 22 feet wide at Olinda Trail. A variance is reQuested to allow for the existing fronta e of 22
feet.
Structure Setbacks
The request is to expand and alter a nonconforming structure. The existing structure does not conform to
minor arterial setback and side yard setback requirements.
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Scandia, Minnesota
The Retail Business District setback requirements,the proposed setbacks of the building addition, and the
existing setbacks are summarized below:
Setback Development Code Proposed Existing Structure
Addition
Front yard/ 150 feet from centerline, or 75 feet from N/A(the addition 2 feet from the right of
Minor Arterial the right of way is at the rear of way
Olinda Trail the buildin
Side ard 20 feet 3 feet 0 feet
Rear ard 50 feet 102 feet 110 feet
The Scandia Development Code, Chapter 1 Section 12.3 addresses nonconforming structures. A
nonconforming structure may be expanded without a variance as long as the expansion itself does not violate
any other provision of the development code, other than those that made the structure nonconforming in the
first place. The nroposed addition does not increase the encroachment into the side vard and ri t of way
structure setbacks, or create a new violation of the structure setback requirements No setback variances are
needed in order to build the addition to the rear of the existin�structure as proposed
Signage
Chapter 2, Section 9.13 of the Development Code addresses signs. One business sign attached to the building
is allowed. The total square footage of the sign may not exceed one square foot for each lineal foot of
building front—therefore the sign may not exceed 22 square feet in size. The sign appears to be
approximately 20 square feet. The sign is proposed to be constructed of wood,painted and lit externally. The
proposed plan for the fa�ade(Sheets A2 and A3) includes a design for a sign attached to the building that
meets the requirements of the City's ordinance and design standards. The applicant must submit a final
desi�n for the si�n and obtain a si�n nermit The final design must be in substantial conformance with the
design shown in Sheets A2 and A3
A setback of at least 10 feet from the property line is required for any sign over 6 square feet. A variance
from the sien setback reauirement is nroposed because the front of the existing buildin�is 2 feet from the
front�ro�ert lme. The Ordinance states that in no case shall any part of a sign be closer than 2 feet to a
vertical line drawn at the property line. The request conforms to this standard
Parking
Chapter 2, Section 9.10 of the Development Code regulates parking. For an office use, the Zoning Ordinance
requires one parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area. Four parking spaces are required for the
building of 848 square feet. There is currently no onsite parking on the property. There is an existing access
easement on the adjacent property to the north, which provides access to the rear of the subject property. The
applicant has proposed parking to the rear of the building.
There is not adequate space on the property to build a parking lot that conforms to the Ordinance's
dimensional standards for parking areas, such as access drive width, parking stall dimensions, and setbacks.
It is physically impossible to build a conforming parking lot on the subject property. In addition,pedestrian
safety at the proposed access point on Olinda Trail would be of concern because of sight limitations. The
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narrow width of the driveway coupled with the proximity of the existing structures to the street would make
it difficult for drivers to see approaching pedestrians.
The nlanner recommends that the Citv not a�prove the on-site parking lot as shown on the sketch lap n but
that instead the auplicant is allowed to establish a shared arkin arrangement at the Schmitt Mall Section
9.10 (3)(F) addresses shared parking. It states, When required accessory off-street parking facilities are
provided elsewhere than on the lot in which the principal use served is located, they shall be in the same
ownership or control, either by deed or long-term lease, as the property occupied by such principal use, and
the owner of the principal use shall file a recordable document with Washington County requiring the owner
and his or her heirs and assigns to maintain the required number of off-street parking spaces during the
existence of said principal use.
The subject property and the Schmitt Mall property are under the same ownership, and with a recorded
parking agreement, shared parking will meet the Ordinance requirements. As a condition of approval the
Citv Attornev would nrenare a narkine easement to be recorded against both properties The easement would
provide four narkine spaces located at the Schmitt Mall for use bv the office located at 21084 Olinda Trail
Lot Coverage
The maximum allowable lot coverage is 65%in the Retail Business District. The subject property is 3,485
square feet. The lot coverage would be approximately 60%, if parking were included on the site per the
applicant's sketch. Without onsite parking, the lot coverage is approximately 25%. With or without onsite
parkin�, the reauest conforms to the lot coverage requirement
Lighting
Lighting is proposed on the front of the building. Sheets A2 and A3 identify proposed lighting locations and
fixture specifications.
The Development Code, Chapter 2, Section 9.8 addresses lighting standards. The luminaire must cut light off
at an angle of 90 degrees or less. A light attached to a building may not exceed the height of the building.
The nronosed li�htin�meets the cut off standard and hei�ht standard
The Ordinance requires that lights be setback a minimum of 10 feet from the right of way and 5 feet from the
side and rear lot lines. A variance is reauested to allow a li ting of approximatelv 2 feet from the ri t of
way and from the side lot line.
The li�htin�for the buildin�must be in substantial compliance with Sheets A2 and A3 Outdoor li hting
must be turned off within one hour of business closin�except for security li ting. Li�htin�must meet the
Ordinance standards, includin�that luminaires shall have a cut off of 90 degrees or less
Landscaping and Screening
Scandia Development Code, Chapter 2, Section 9.12 states that a landscaping plan is required when a
commercial building is modified or expanded.
All open areas of the lot must be landscaped. In this case, the rear yard is the open area, and is vegetated.
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The ordinance requires a minimum 5 foot strip from building edges facing the right of way must be treated
with decorative ground cover. There is not space for the required 5 foot planting strip between Olinda Trail
and the existing building. A variance from the 5 foot lp anting strin standard is reauested
The nlanner recommends that two narrow coniferous shrubs be installed in front of the nroposed fence
between the buildms and the ad�acent mall to offset the lack of a plantin�stri� Examples of recommended
shrubs include�umpers with a narrow form and green foliage, such as Taylor Juniper(Juniperus virginiana
`Taylor'). Taylor Juniper has a width of 30 inches, so there would be adequate space between the corner of
the building and the fence's gate for the plantings. Green foliage is recommended rather than blue foliage to
harmonize with the colors selected for the building and with the historic nature of the downtown area.
The applicant has indicated that the side yard between the structure and adjacent mall will be used to store
solid waste/recycling containers. Sheet A1, A2, and A3 show that a fence will be installed between the
structure and the mall building. The proposed fence conforms to Ordinance requirements. The fence must be
constructed in substantial comnliance with Sheet Al A2 and A3 and solid waste/rec clin�containers must
be kept behmd the fence
Wastewater Treatment
The property is proposed to be served by the Uptown wastewater treatment facility. The office is proposed to
have two employees. A single bathroom with a toilet and sink, and a coffee sink are proposed.
A memorandum from City staff to the Council regarding the capacity of the Uptown sewer system discusses
the capacity of the system and the applicant's request to connect to the system. The memo states that the
proposed use is expected to demand a small amount of the system's treatment capacity, estimated at 100
gallons per day, less than an average residence. The memo states that the city could allow for the Schmitt
project to connect to the system, so long the variance restricts the building to uses and tenants with very low
water and sewer demand.
As a condition of the variance the use of the ro ert should be limited to office use and no im rovements
made that would increase water and sewer demand over an avera e use of 100 allons er da . The owner
must hook un to the svstem at his own exnense must have a meter installed that is a type a�proved bv the
Citv, and must nav all apnlicable sewer user char es.
Design Guidelines
The request has been reviewed under Scandia's Architectural Design Guidelines, and is addressed in a
separate memorandum. The attached memo discusses the application of the Design Guidelines at this site.
The proposed buildins renovations and addition appear to meet the desi�guidelines
Sheet A2 (Exterior Siding and Finish Notes) states that the dentil and crown molding material is to be
Spectris. The design review memo includes a recommendation that a material more durable than Spectris be
used for the window, door, and bulkhead areas.
The nlanner nroposes that as a condition of the variance the building design and material specifications must
substantiallv conform to the memorandum reviewin�eproject per the Scandia Desi�n Guidelines and
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Sheets A2 and A3, excent that window panel and door molding material shall be wood Hardie Board or
other similar, durable material
ACTION REQUESTED:
The Planning Commission can recommend/City Council can act to:
1. Approve the request.
2. Approve the request with conditions.
3. Deny the request with findings.
4. Table the request.
PLANNING STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Planner recommends approval of the Certificate of Compliance for office use, and approval of
variances to allow lot size of.08 acre, frontage of 22 feet, sign setback of 2 feet from the right of way,
lighting setback of 2 feet from the front and side lot lines, and no groundcover planting strip, to allow
for remodel of the existing building and construction of an addition of 144 square feet for office use,
located at 21084 Olinda Trail, Scandia.
The Planner's recommendation is based on the following fmdings:
l. A hardship exists because the requested use, office, is allowed with a certificate of compliance in the
Retail Business District, and the property cannot be put to this reasonable use without the variances.
The lot is too small to allow for signage, lighting, and landscaping that conform to all Ordinance
requirements.
2. The variances requested are the minimum needed to alleviate the hardship.
3. The size and dimensions of the lot and existing structure were not created by the property owner.
4. The proposed building and use are consistent with the essential character of the surrounding village
center.
5. The request is in harmony with the Comprehensive Plan's goals and policies for the village center.
The Planner recommends the following conditions of approval:
l. The addition shall be built in substantial compliance with the floor plans titled General Layout, dated
October 7, 2009. The fa�ade improvements, lighting, fencing, landscaping and signage shall be in
substantial conformance with Sheets A1, A2, and A3 dated December 8, 2009.
2. The approved use of the property is office. No change in use or improvements to the building shall be
made that would increase water and sewer demand over an average use of 100 gallons per day.
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3. One sign, not to exceed 22 square feet in size, is allowed. The applicant shall submit a final design
for the sign and obtain a sign permit. The final design must be in substantial conformance with
Sheets A2 and A3 dated December 8, 2009.
4. A parking lot shall not be constructed on the subject property. An easement shall be recorded,
ensuring that four parking spaces for use by the office located at 21084 Olinda Trail will be provided
at the Schmitt Mall parking lot. The easement shall be prepared by the City Attorney, at the
applicant's expense.
5. Outdoor lighting shall be turned off within one hour of business closing, except for security lighting.
Lighting shall be in substantial compliance with Sheets A2 and A3 dated December 8, 2009. The
luminaire shall be cut off at an angle of 90 degrees or less, and the lighting shall conform to all other
lighting requirements of the Development Code.
6. Solid waste and recycling containers shall be kept in the fenced area between the building and the
adjacent mall.
7. Two narrow coniferous shrubs shall be installed in front of the fence located between the building
and the adjacent mall. The rear of the lot shall remain vegetated.
8. The applicant shall hook up to the wastewater system at his own expense. The applicant shall install a
meter that is a type approved by the City, and shall pay all applicable sewer user charges.
9. The building design and material specifications must substantially conform to the memorandum
reviewing the project per the Scandia Design Guidelines, and Sheets A2 and A3 dated December 8,
2009, except that window,panel and door molding material shall be wood, Hardie Board, or other
similar, durable material.
10. All fees shall be paid.
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APPLICATION FOR PLANNING AND LONING REQUEST
City of Scandia, Minnesota
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Pleuse reud before enmpletinK: The Cit} will not begin processing an application that is incomplete. Detailed suMnission
requirements may be found in the Scandia De�elopment Code, available at thc City uttice and�vebsite(�+�����.ci.scandia.mn.us)and in
the checklist forms for the particular h-pe of applicatiun. .4pplication fees are due at the time ot�application and are not refiindable.
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I hereby apply for consideration of the above described reyuest and declare that the infonnation and materials submitted
i+ith this application are complete and accurate. I understand that applicants are required ro reimburse the citv t'or all
out-ot=pocket rosts incurred for processing, revie��ing and hearin,J the application. Th��e costs shall include, but are not
limited to: publication and mailing of notices; revie�� by the citv�s engineering, planning and other consultants: le�al
costs, and recording fees. An escro�ti-deposit to cover these costs "�ill lie collected by the city at the time of�application.
Any balance remaining after revie��� is complete �ti ill be rcfunded to the applicant. No interest is paid on escro�v deposits.
PLEASE NOTE: If the fee o���ner is nut the applicant. the applicant must provide written authorizatiun hy the fee
o�vner in order tor this application to be ronsidered complete.
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Trim boards ta be Jarnes Hardie Harditrim planks or equal, 21084(Jlinda Tr.ail
smaath texture. Scandia, MN 55073
3ignage aolor to match Shervvin Williams SW 6195.
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Carner Bc�airds: S" Fence,sidin�and trim(e�cept as noted above)to be 8 December 2009
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Wayne Schmitt
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MEMO
To: Scandia Planning Commission and City Council
From: Susan Rodsjo, Planning Commissioner
Chair, Design Guidelines Committee
Date: December 21, 2009
Subject: Fa�ade renovation proposed by Wayne Schmitt
Kudos to Wayne Schmitt!As a member of Scandia's Design Guidelines Committee and a local building
owner, he is taking on a new building project in Scandia with an enthusiasm for Scandia's goal to
enhance community character.Wayne has worked very closely with the city and local architect Peter
Curtis throughout the building design process and is proposing a renovation that returns the building to
a historic-style storefront and follows the city's new design guidelines.
I would like to outline the ways in which Wayne's fa�ade renovation follows the design guidelines. But
first, let's look at the original building—a millinery--that stood in the location of what is currently a metal
garage.
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Wayne's planned renovation returns the building to a historic design that mirrors the simple design
elements of this original building: white lap siding and trim, drip caps over the windows, and an upper
cornice (molding).
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Scandia Design Guidelines
Wayne's proposed redesign follows the design guidelines in the following respects. (Text from the
guidelines is in quotes.)
Storefront Design
"Historic buildings in Scandia's commercial districts are primarily Mainstreet storefront facades, such as
the old Mercantile building(Scandia Store). ... To enhance Scandia's community character, consider
incorporating historic design elements appropriate to the style of the new building."
Wayne is proposing a historic-style storefront fa�ade.It draws upon historic design elements used in buildings
original to Scandia and Marine on St. Croix.
"The use of red brick to echo the design of historic buildings in the Village Center is encouraged. Red
brick is a particularly relevant material because it was manufactured in Scandia. Other historic storefronts
in Scandia used lap siding in a narrow reveal."
Wayne is proposing to mix red brick with lap siding in a narrow reveal, two common elements in Scandia historic
design.
"Mainstreet storefronts tend to have a flat or slightly sloped roof behind an articulated parapet.°
Wayne's redesign adds a parapet wall(false front)in front of a sloped roof.
"A typical storefront is composed primarily of glass on the main level, with large picture windows at eye
level and transom windows above. Overall, the main level has a very transparent feel, allowing the
pedestrian to catch a glimpse of whaYs inside."
Although Wayne is not using display windows, the design has a large amount ojglass with a bank of three windows,
a glass door, and a transom window above the door. For non-display windows, the guidelines suggest using double-
hung windows, which were common in historic design. Wayne's redesign proposes using double-hung windows.
"A bulkhead (kickplate) is used below each display window."
Wayne's proposed design includes bulkhead design.
"The lower faCade is typically separated from the upper fa�ade by a cornice(ornamental trim element to
crown the storefront, sometimes called the lower or storefront cornice)or by a storefront sign in simple,
bold lettering."
The design calls for trim to separate the upper and lower fa�ade.
A sign will hang over the windows. �
"An upper cornice defines the top of the building."
Wayne's proposed design includes an upper cornice(dentil moldin�.
Encouraged Design Elements included in Wayne's proposal
• Windows with kickplates
• Transom windows
• Parapet walls
• Cornices
• Red brick to match historic structures
• Defined window lintels and sills
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Encouraged Construction Materials included in Wayne's proposal
• Standard size clay brick in colors used in Scandia's historic architecture
• Fiber cement lap siding(e.g., James Hardie, CertainTeed)
• Other materials appropriate to the building's architecture may be considered by the city
Color
"Colors should be compatible—and not compete with—the colors and tones of nearby buildings. ... In the
village, use of brick reds and tans from existing masonry are encouraged. Accent colors should
complement the colors of natural materials used in the building and its immediate surroundings. Subdued
colors are encouraged, such as forest green, brick red, dark brown, black, off white, and gold."
Wayne's colors are forest green, brick red, and white.
"The paint scheme for commercial buildings should typically consist of no more than three colors -one
major color for the body and two accent colors for the primary and secondary trim."
Wayne's proposal includes three colors:brick red,forest green, and white siding/trim.
Lighting storefront signs
"If lighting is desirable, spotlights mounted on the building surface or on the ground and aimed at the sign
are appropriate."
The sign will be lit from above.
Utility Areas and Mechanical Equipment Screening
"It is important to provide attractive, well-maintained screening for utility areas and mechanical equipment.
The visual impact of utility areas and mechanical equipment should be minimized to the best extent
possible."
A jence is included in the site plan to hide the garbage can.
"Exterior lighting on buildings should be architecturally integrated with the building style, material, and
colors. Lights may be flush with or may project from the building wall but should be shielded so that no
light is emitted above the horizontal plane of the bulb shielded (full cutoff)."
All lights are full cutoff and of a style compatible with the building character.
Fences
"Fencing should be constructed of natural materials, such as wood or stone. Other materials that mimic
natural materials may be considered."
Proposed fence is painted wood.
Areas to Improve Site Plan
Landscaping
"Vegetation, both natural and planted, plays a key role in maintaining the rural character of Scandia.
Native plants contribute to the natural setting that Scandia residents have come to love. ... "
"Planned landscape areas should be used to provide visual interest and to screen less attractive parts of
sites. Locate plantings along fences, walks, foundations, porch edges, and around monument signs.
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Buildings should be designed to allow landscaping around the foundation to help break up areas of
pavement on the site."
Landscaping is difficult on this site. .
Storefront signs
"Signs should be made of natural materials such as wood or metal. Painted signs on wood are
encouraged as they are consistent with historic design. Newer materials that simulate natural wood may
be acceptable.°
The color and material jor the sign will need to be verified on a final plan.
Construction Materials
Wayne's current plan calls for trim and molding materials by Spectis, which is a lightweight polyurethane
material. I recommend that he consider something more durable for the trim around the door and
windows and for the bulkhead design below the windows. The Spectis materials are easily dented, which
may be problematic in high-traffic areas such as along the sidewalk where a snow-blower may be used.
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