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Action Requested: Hold a public hearing on the application of Jerry Anderson,jamb
Architects, for a Conditional Use Permit for expansion and renovation
of the Scandia Plaza Shopping Center, 21190 Ozark Avenue North.
Deadline/Timeline: 60-day review period expires October 12, 2010
Background: The planner will present the attached report and recommendations at
the meeting on September 7, 2010.
• Recommendation: The planner has recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit
with findings and conditions, which have been incorporated into a
draft resolution for use by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Attachments/ • Draft Resolution 09-07-10-03 Approving Conditional Use Permit
Materials provided: . TKDA Memorandum dated August 31, 2010
• Memo dated August 27, 2010 from Susan Rodsjo, Design
Guidelines Committee Chair
• Application Materials
Contact(s): Jerry Anderson,jamb Architects (612 670-
0358)
Sherri Buss, City Planner (651 292-4582)
Prepared by: Anne Hurlburt, City Administrator
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CITY OF SCANDIA, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 09-07-10-03
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR SCANDIA PLAZA
WHEREAS, Jerry Anderson, Jamb Architects has made application for a Conditional
Use Permit to allow building expansion and site renovation of the Scandia Plaza shopping center,
located at 21190 Ozark Avenue North, City of Scandia; and
WHEREAS, the property is legally described as follows:
Lot 1, Block 1, Hawkinson Business Park, Washington County, Minnesota; and
• WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the request at a duly noticed Public
Hearing on September 7, 2010, 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 Conditional Use Permit to allow building expansion and site
renovation of the Scandia Plaza Shopping Center, based on the following findings:
1. The proposed building expansion and renovation are consistent with Scandia's
Comprehensive Plan, Development Code and Design Guidelines.
2. The proposed use is allowed with a conditional use permit in the designated zoning
district in which it is proposed.
3. The proposed project will not have negative impacts on the health, safety and general
welfare of the occupants of surrounding lands.
4. The project includes adequate planning and design to address the anticipated traffic
conditions and provides adequate parking to meet City requirements.
5. The proposed project is not expected to negatively affect public utilities, services and
• school capacities.
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6. The proposed project is not expected to negatively affect property values and scenic
views.
7. The proposed project is not expected to negatively affect groundwater, surface waters and
air quality.
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that the following conditions of approval shall be met:
1. The project shall be in substantial compliance with the Phase 1 plans and supplemental
elevations and illustrative materials received by the City on 8/13/2010, 8/27/2010 and
8/31/2010, with the exceptions noted in the conditions that follow.
2. Traffic signage at both access points on Ozark Avenue North shall direct drive-through
users to the south driveway from Ozark Avenue. The traffic pattern on the south side of
the building shall be two-way. The southern access drive at Ozark Avenue shall have a
striped, not constructed, median.
3. The project plans shall be revised to provide a pedestrian connection from Scandia Plaza
to the shopping center at the south.
4. All lighting, including building and security lighting, shall meet the Ordinance standards,
including the cut off, height, and setback standards. •
5. Outdoor lighting shall be turned off within one hour of business closing, except for
security lighting.
6. The Landscape Plan submitted on 8/13/10 shall be revised to replace the new Colorado
Blue Spruce with Black Hills Spruce (Picea glauca var. densata) and the Skyline
Honeylocust with Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymocladus dioica). All trees and plant
materials that do not survive for at least two full growing seasons, including the
transplanted spruce, shall be replaced by the landowner.
7. The Applicant shall obtain approval of the wastewater treatment system from Washington
County Department of Health and Environment.
8. Snow storage shall not occur on the septic system area or back up area. The owner shall
delineate the snow storage area(s) so that they are clearly identifiable for snow plows,
using temporary flagging or fencing that meets the City's Design Guidelines.
9. The Applicant shall address the issues and design recommendations identified by the
Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District, shall obtain approval of the stormwater
management plan for the site from the District, and shall obtain all necessary Watershed,
NPDES, MPCA and other required permits.
10. The Applicant shall provide and implement a remediation plan approved by MPCA to
address the diesel spill on the property, or provide verification that the contamination has
been addressed and approved by MPCA. •
11. The project shall be in substantial compliance with the Phase 1 plans and elevations
received by the City on 8/13/2010 and 8/27/2010, and shall meet the requirements of the
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City's Design Guidelines, including the use of appropriate materials, details and colors.
The Applicant shall revise the window arrangement under the bank drive-through to be
evenly-spaced and symmetrically-arranged.
12. The window awnings shall be of canvas materials and fit the storefront opening, and may
be retractable or canvas-over-frame. Awnings shall not extend across several storefronts.
Awnings shall allow ample clearance above the sidewalk or store entrance (a minimum of
8 feet above the sidewalk). On mainstreet-style storefronts, the awning should be placed
above the transom windows. The overhang depth shall be a minimum of 3 feet and
maximum of 6 feet. The awning valance (or skirt) should be proportioned to the size of
the awning but may be no more than 12 inches in height.
13. This CUP does not allow new or additional business signage. The Applicant will need to
apply for a sign permit for new or additional signage per the Development Code
requirements.
14. The Applicant shall pay all fees and escrows.
Adopted by the Scandia City Council this 7th day of September, 2010.
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MEMORANDUM
To: City Council and Reference: Scandia Plaza CUP Request
Planning Commission
Copies To: Anne Hurlburt, City Administrator
Jerry Anderson,jamb Architects
From: Sherri Buss Proj. No.: 14561.005
Date: August 31, 2010 Routing:
SUBJECT: Scandia Plaza Conditional Use Permit Request
MEETING DATE: September 7, 2010
LOCATION: 21190 Ozark Avenue North
Scandia, Minnesota
APPLICANT: Jerry Anderson,jamb Architects
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OWNER: H & E Enterprises/Howard and Emily Stegner
ZONING: Retail Business District (RB)
60-DAY PERIOD: October 12, 2010
ITEMS REVIEWED: Plans dated 5/15/2010 and received August 13, 2010
Application form received August 4, 2010
Color rendering and lighting specifications received August 13, 2010
Parking calculations and plan details received August 13, 2010
Plan updates and additional information received August 27 and 31
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST:
The Applicant is reyuesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow building expansion and site redesign of
the existing Scandia Plaza Shopping Center located at 21190 Ozark Avenue North. The property is located in
the Retail Business Zoning District. A CUP is required for expansion of a shopping center in the Retail
Business District. The subject property is 2.48 acres.
BACKGROUND:
The application materials show expansion and renovation of the shopping center. The improvements are
proposed to occur in two phases. The applicant is requesting City approval of the proposed Phase 1 •
improvements in the current application.
An Employee Owned Company Promoting Aflirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
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The shopping center is currently 8,100 square feet in size. The request includes a building expansion of
2,475 square feet to the east of the existing building, relocation of the bank from the west to the east side of
the center and expansion of the bank space, a new driveway to the center and drive-through facility for the
bank, renovation of the existing building, and changes to parking, traffic circulation, landscaping and storm
water management.
The existing tenants of the affected portion of the shopping center are the bank, post office, pizza restaurant,
and liquor store. The application shows that all existing tenants would remain.
The request does not include any new or additional signage at this time. Commercial signage requires a
Conditional Use Permit. The applicant indicated that a separate CUP request will be made for signage at a
later date.
Phase 2 includes a building addition of 6,000 square feet to the west of the existing building and additional
parking. Phase 2 would require a separate application and consideration by the City.
CRITERIA FOR GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP)
The City's Development Code identifies the criteria that should be considered for evaluating a CUP request
and granting a CUP. The Code indicates that the criteria that the Planning Commision shall consider include
• the following:
• Impact of the proposed use on the health, safety and general welfare of the occupants of surrounding
lands
• Existing and anticipated traffic conditions, including parking facilities, and impacts
• Effect of the proposed use on utility and school capacities
• Effect of the proposed use on property values and scenic views
• Relationship to the Comprehensive Plan
• Ability of the proposed use to meet the standards of the Development Code
• Effect of the proposed use on groundwater, surface waters and air quality
• That the proposed use is allowed with a conditional use permit in the designated zoning district in
which it is proposed.
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; create an
enhanced and economically healthy village center; and encourage small businesses and entrepreneurs in and
around the village center. The request is consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan.
• Lot Size and Frontage
The minimum lot size in the RB District is 2.5 acres and the minimum frontage is 160 feet. Nonconforming
lots must be within 60%of the minimum standard to allow a change in use without a variance. The subject
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parcel is a nonconforming lot of 2.48 acres, with frontage of 285 feet on Ozark Avenue North and 427 feet
on Scandia Trail. The lot size is within 60% of the minimum standard, and meets the size requirement for a
nonconforming lot to allow a change in use without a variance. The request meets the lot size and fronta�e
requirements.
Setbacks
The Retail Business District structure setback requirements are: front yard of 40 feet, side yard of 20 feet,
rear yard of 50 feet, and Minor Arterial (Scandia Trail) setback of 150 feet from centerline or 75 feet from
the right of way. The request meets the structure setback requirements.
Setbacks standards for parking apply. Parking must be setback a minimum of 10 feet from the lot line, and
10 feet from a structure. The revised submittals,received Au�ust 13, comply with the parking setback
requirements.
Lot Coverage
The maximum allowable lot coverage is 65% in the Retail Business District. The project proposes lot
coverage of 54.6% in Phase I and 61% in Phase II, meetin tg he requirement.
Access and Circulation
The applicant is proposing two access driveways to the Plaza from Ozark Avenue North. The existing •
driveway will remain as the north driveway on the proposed plan. A new driveway will be created to the
south of the existing driveway. The applicant is proposing that bank dnve-through customers would be
directed to the south driveway access from Ozark Avenue, in order to enter the three drive-through lanes at
the bank. Traffic would move from south to north through the drive-through lanes.
The northern driveway on Ozark Avenue would provide general access to the Scandia Plaza businesses. The
applicant is proposing two-way traffic on the north side of the shopping center building, and one-way
circulation on the south side.
Two additional driveways connect Scandia Plaza to the shopping center to the south.
A traffic engineer reviewed the plans and contributed to the following comments regarding circulation and
traffic:
• Proper signage and pavement markings will be needed for the bank drive-through access and
circulation to function smoothly. Signage at both driveways on Ozark Avenue should direct drive-
through users to the south drivewav access to the drive-throu�h facilit�
• With 3 drive-through lanes, stacking space for vehicles using and waiting for the bank drive-through
appears to be adequate. There is drive-through and driveway space approximately 100 feet in length
available between Ozark Avenue and the bank teller area. This would allow approximately four
vehicles to "stack" in each lane.
• It appears that there is adequate width (22 feet)between the rear of the building and the curb to allow •
two-wav traffic at the south side of the buildin�. Expected traffic volumes do not require one-way
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traffic. Two-way traffic may be less confusing to drivers entering the site from the south, and would
provide an outlet should congestion occur at the drive-through.
• It is recommended that instead of a raised median at the south access drive, striping be used to
delineate the area between the entrance and exit lanes. During a very busy time at the drive-through,
vehicles could use this area for stacking, or use to pass other vehicles and use the southern driveway.
• Under Phase 1, options exist to allow for future connection from Scandia Plaza to the undeveloped
parcel to the west, which is owned by the Bank. The Phase II site plan would need to be modified to
provide access to the parcel to the west. If the neighboring parcel is developed in the future, it will
likely gain its access from Ozark Court, not from Highway 97. It is unlikely that Mn/DOT would
allow an access from the parcel to Highway 97. The location of a future connection and access
easements for Scandia Plaza will depend on the proposed use and design of the development on the
adjacent parcel.
Parking and Loading
Chapter 2, Section 9.10 of the Development Code regulates parking. Retail use is required to have 4 parking
spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area. Restaurant use is required to have 1 space per 2.5 seats,
based on design capacity. Based on these requirements, a minimum of 46 parking spaces are required for the
proposed Phase I development of Scandia Plaza.
. The revised plans for Phase 1 provide 52 parking spaces. The parkin�pace dimensions and number of
�aces meet the ordinance recLuirement.
The revised plans show a loading zone at the south of the building, 18 feet in width and serving all shopping
center businesses.
Pedestrian Environment
The plans show a sidewalk internal to the shopping center, along the north of the building at the entrances.
Chapter 2, Part 3, Section 8 addresses special requirements for the village center. Section 8.2(3) states that 5-
foot concrete sidewalks must be provided on at least one side of every street in commercial developments.
This standard has not been regularly enforced, and there are no existing sidewalks in the business park. The
Comprehensive Plan calls for a non-motorized connection between the business park from the Ozark Court
cul de sac to the village center.
The Planning Commission and Council should require revision of the plans to include a pedestrian
connection from Scandia Plaza to the shopping center at the south. The sidewalk could follow the west side
of the building, and south to the property line at the driveway. This would allow the option to walk between
the two centers. The connecting sidewalk would need to be relocated as part of Phase 2.
Lighting
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.
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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. The maximum height of light poles is 25' (under the revised Development Code the
maximum height is proposed to be 18').
The Applicant submitted additional information on August 27 that indicates that the parking lot luminaire
that will be used on this project is Eurotique Architectural Lighting's Munich Series #EM25RT GCF. This
fixture appears to be a full cutoff fixture. The Applicant must use luminaires that meet City standards. The
Applicant shall submit information on all of the luminaires to be used on the site, includin securit ��li�g,
to the City staff for approval.
The lighting plan indicates two light poles and luminaires in the parking lot. The proposed li�poles are
16' in hei�ht, and meet the height requirements of the ordinance. The plan indicates two bright areas below
and near the poles, and dark areas in much of the parking lot. The Applicant should consider revising the
lighting plan to create a more uniform light level throughout the lot to improve safety.
Outdoor lighting must be turned off within one hour of business closin�, except for securitv li htin�
Li h�ting must meet the Ordinance standards, includin tg hat lighting meets the cut off, height, and setback
standards.
Building Height
The maximum building height is 45 feet in the RB District. The height of the proposed structure is 28 feet, •
measured from the mean height between the eave and the ridge to the average height at the lowest grade, as
required by the Code. The current height of the buildings is approximately 18 feet. Proposed height to the
top of the roof line for the tallest roofs will be 37 feet. The request meets the buildin hei t requirement.
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. The Code requires that Commercial/Industrial land uses
provide the greater of one (1) tree per 1,000 square feet of gross building floor area or 10 trees.
The Applicant includes 25 trees on the proposed landscape plan. Tree sizes include deciduous trees that are
3" diameter and 8-12' coniferous trees. The plan includes relocation of three spruce trees within the site.
The number and size of trees proposed meets the requirement of the ordinance.
The revised planting plan removed the Ash tree species, as recommended by staff. Staff recommend some
additional changes to the species proposed:
• The additional Colorado Blue Spruce should be replaced by Black Hills Spruce. Colorado Blue
Spruce are frequently affected by Cytospara canker(which causes progressive death and loss of
branches from the bottom of the tree), particularly in drier conditions around parking lots and other
developed areas. Black Hills Spruce (Picea glauca var. densata) are more drought resistant, and
have an appearance similar to Colorado Blue Spruce.
• Staff suggest that the Skyline Honeylocust be replaced by Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymocladus •
dioica). The Comprehensive Plan recommends use of native species where possible. Kentucky
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Coffee Tree is native to the region, and has a similar appearance to Honeylocust. It is also more
disease and drought resistant.
The existing flagpole on the site will remain in its current location.
The Applicant received a memo from Ron Bowen dated August 20, 2010 requesting that Prairie Restorations
take responsibility for seeding and mulching the area of their property that will be disturbed to develop one
of the stormwater ponds.
Wastewater Treatment
The shopping center is served by an onsite wastewater treatment system. Wastewater will continue to be
managed onsite.
The proposed new driveway will cause removal of part of the existing drainfield. A letter from ZST states
that the remaining drainfield should be sufficient to handle the expected demand created by both Phase 1 and
Phase 2 expansion. A back up drainfield site is located in the northeast part of the lot. Soil borings and
system plans have been submitted to Washington County Department of Health. Count�pproval of the
svstem is required.
Snow stora�e should not occur on the septic svstem area or back up area to prevent compaction of soils or
� damage to the system. The owner shall delineate the snow stora e area s) so that thev are clearly identifiable
for snow plows, usin temporary fla��ing or fencin�that meets the City's Design Guidelines such as the
Scandinavian-stvle fencing used at the Gammel ar�den.
Stormwater Management
The Application was forwarded to the Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District for review and
comment. The District provided comments on August 30, including the following recommendations and
requirements:
• The District permit requires the project to treat only the net additional impervious area. The District
indicated that sufficient space for treatment is available on the site.
• The Watershed District noted that the Plans indicate a prior diesel spill in the location of the southern
biofiltration pond. Infiltration is not appropriate in areas with contaminated soils. The spill occurred
recently on the shopping center to the south, and some fuel migrated onto the Scandia Plaza property.
The shopping center owners have implemented efforts to remove the contaminated soils. The
Watershed District indicated that the Applicant will need to provide and implement a remediation
plan approved bv MPCA, or provide verification that the contamination has been addressed and
approved by MPCA.
• The proposed receiving swale and downstream capacity should be verified for site runoff that will
occur with this project.
• The Plans should be revised to show the proposed south biofiltration basin. The District provided
guidance regarding design of the basin.
• • The District provided design guidance for the pond and for required pre-treatment.
• The District expressed concerns regarding the adequacy of area for sewage treatment and the need for
a secondary drainfield. The District noted that these facilities will be permitted by the County, not
the District.
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• The District noted that a maintenance plan will be needed for the proposed drainage facilities.
Design Guidelines
The request has been reviewed under Scandia's Architectural Design Guidelines. The design review is
addressed in a separate memorandum, attached. The Applicant met with the City to discuss the design
elements of the plan, and has been responsive to requests to revise the proposed design to address the City's
Design Guidelines. The most recent plans and building elevations submitted by the Applicant (August 27,
2010) comply with the Design Guidelines and discussions with the City in most respects. Key elements of
the approved design include the following:
• Use of fiber cement lap siding (James Hardie or similar) or cast stone for the siding and fascia
materials on business fronts and side. Limit each store front to one material. The back of the center
will be improved and painted.
• Siding colors include: Hardie plank colors Evening Blue, Country Lane Red, and Mountain Sage.
• Stone store fronts: Boulder Creek Stone, color: Mustang
• Wide trim around windows (sills, lintels, and side trim) in Hardie-board materials, including
storefront windows, upper dormer windows and windows in the bank drive-through area
• Trim, fascia and soffit color: Hardie plan color Arctic white
• Door color: Sherwin Williams Burgundy
• Use of"natural" color roof shingles: "Weathered Wood"by Timberline
• Canvas awnings in dark brown or black •
• Pitched roofs on several businesses
Susan Rodsjo, Planning Commissioner and Chair of the Design Guidelines Committee recommends the
following modifications to the current plans:
• The new windows under the bank drive-through should be changed to be evenly-spaced and
symmetri cal ly-arranged
• Wood signs should be considered for the future sign plan
• Full cutoff luminaires should be utilized in a historic style.
• The window awnings shall be of canvas materials and fit the storefront opening, and may be
retractable or canvas-over-frame. Awnings shall not extend across several storefronts. Awnings shall
allow ample clearance above the sidewalk or store entrance (a minimum of 8 feet above the
sidewalk). On Mainstreet-style storefronts, the awning should be placed above the transom windows.
The overhang depth shall be a minimum of 3 feet and maximum of 6 feet. The awning valance(or
skirt) should be proportioned to the size of the awning but may be no more than 12 inches in height.
• The location of the flagpole should be shown on the plans (the location will not change from the
current location.
Signage
Chapter 2, Section 9.13 of the Development Code addresses signs. Commercial signage may be allowed by
CUP. The applicant indicates that a CUP for new signage will be submitted to the City, to meet the current
ordinance requirements. (The revised Development Code will require an Administrative Permit for signs.) •
This CUP does not address business si t�ia�e and no new or additional business signage would be permitted
with this CUP.
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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 Conditional Use Permit to allow for the Phase 1 expansion of
Scandia Plaza Shopping Center, located at 21190 Ozark Avenue North. The Planner recommends the
following conditions:
1. The project shall be in substantial compliance with the Phase 1 plans and supplemental elevations and
illustrative materials received by the City on 8/13/2010, 8/27/2010 and 8/31/2010, with the
exceptions noted in the conditions that follow.
2. Traffic signage at both access points on Ozark Avenue North shall direct drive-through users to the
south driveway from Ozark Avenue. The traffic pattern on the south side of the building shall be two-
� way. The southern access drive at Ozark Avenue shall have a striped, not constructed, median.
3. The project plans shall be revised to provide a pedestrian connection from Scandia Plaza to the
shopping center at the south.
4. All lighting, including building and security lighting, shall meet the Ordinance standards, including
the cut off, height, and setback standards.
5. Outdoor lighting shall be turned off within one hour of business closing, except for security lighting.
6. The Landscape Plan submitted on 8/13/10 shall be revised to replace the new Colorado Blue Spruce
with Black Hills Spruce (Picea glauca var. densata) and the Skyline Honeylocust with Kentucky
Coffee Tree (Gymocladus dioica). All trees and plant materials that do not survive for at least two
full growing seasons, including the transplanted spruce, shall be replaced by the landowner.
7. The Applicant shall obtain approval of the wastewater treatment system from Washington County
Department of Health and Environment.
8. Snow storage shall not occur on the septic system area or back up area. The owner shall delineate the
snow storage area(s) so that they are clearly identifiable for snow plows, using temporary flagging or
fencing that meets the City's Design Guidelines.
9. The Applicant shall address the issues and design recommendations identified by the Carnelian-
Marine-St. Croix Watershed District, shall obtain approval of the stormwater management plan for
the site from the District, and shall obtain all necessary Watershed, NPDES, MPCA and other
required permits.
� 10. The Applicant shall provide and implement a remediation plan approved by MPCA to address the
diesel spill on the property, or provide verification that the contamination has been addressed and
approved by MPCA.
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11. The project shall be in substantial compliance with the Phase 1 plans and elevations received by the
City on 8/13/2010 and 8/27/2010, and shall meet the requirements of the City's Design Guidelines,
including the use of appropriate materials, details and colors. The Applicant shall revise the window
arrangement under the bank drive-through to be evenly-spaced and symmetrically-arranged.
12. The window awnings shall be of canvas materials and fit the storefront opening, and may be
retractable or canvas-over-frame. Awnings shall not extend across several storefronts. Awnings shall
allow ample clearance above the sidewalk or store entrance(a minimum of 8 feet above the
sidewalk). On Mainstreet-style storefronts, the awning should be placed above the transom windows.
The overhang depth shall be a minimum of 3 feet and maximum of 6 feet. The awning valance (or
skirt) should be proportioned to the size of the awning but may be no more than 12 inches in height.
13. This CUP does not allow new or additional business signage. The Applicant will need to apply for a
sign permit for new or additional signage per the Development Code requirements.
14. The Applicant shall pay all fees and escrows.
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MEMO
• To: Scandia Planning Commission and City Council
From: Susan Rodsjo, Planning Commissioner
Chair, Design Guidelines Committee
Date: August 27, 2010
Subject: Scandia Plaza renovation project
It is an exciting year in Scandia for commercial building renovations!The latest project is the Scandia
Plaza, which we are reviewing at the September meeting.The architect,Jerry Anderson, has worked
closely with the city for over a year to design a renovation/addition that's in harmony with the city's
new Architectural Design Guidelines.
The main two structures in the proposal reflect historic Scandinavian design, while the two smaller
portions reflect Mainstreet Storefront style (similar to the buildings recently renovated on Olinda Trail).
These two historic styles are discussed at length in the Architectural Design Guidelines, and bringing
them together in one plaza is a creative approach that adds an interesting twist to the building's
presence. As suggested in the design guidelines,the architect used his talents create a building that is
"new and unique while drawing upon historic design elements."
Renovating this building posed many challenges for the architect. During early meetings,we discussed
• the construction materials used on the existing building, many of which are considered inappropriate for
historic design. Examples include the concrete block walls, bare aluminum doors and windows,and the
vinyl siding on the back side.The architect has proposed significant changes that shift the majority of
materials to those encouraged in the design guidelines.Although the new design still includes bare
aluminum windows and painted concrete block on the back side, I fully understand that it is cost
prohibitive to change all materials.
I commend the architect for proposing fiber cement lap siding(James Hardie) and simulated stone to
cover the majority of the existing concrete block(except for some on the back side), and for proposing
to paint the bare aluminum doors to match the deep red siding.The design also includes replacing the
existing vinyl siding with fiber cement siding to match the new front of the building.
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Scandia Design Guidelines
The Scandia Plaza proposed redesign follows the guidelines in the following respects. (Text from the •
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Scandinavian Design
"Scandia's architecture is heavily influenced by its Swedish settlers, with many buildings reflecting
Scandinavian design. ... To enhance Scandia's community character, consider incorporating historic
design elements appropriate to the style of the new building."
Jerry is proposing a renovation heavily influenced by Scandinavian design, with elements drawing upon existing
architecture in Scandia.
"Scandinavian architecture from the 1800s and early 1900s features symmetrical, rectangular shaped
buildings that are typically 1Yz or 2%2 stories tall. Rural buildings were typically constructed of wood, often
with horizontal timbers. Siding may be vertical board and batten paneling (see the Gammelgarden
Welcome Center), vertical wood-on-wood siding, or clapboard siding with a narrow reveal."
The proposed renovation is 1-1/2 stories tall and features clapboard siding in a narrow reveal. The siding is fiber
cement fiber(James Hardie), a durable material that closely resembles wood.
"Wood buildings are typically painted with red-oxide paint(deep red), white, or yellow-gold paint.
Window and door trim are traditionally white."
One of the buildings is deep red, and the second is gray-blue, another common color in historic Scandinavian •
design. The window trim is white.
"Roofs are steeply pitched to prevent heavy snow cover, often with a gabled dormer(s)on the top half
story. The roof typically has large overhanging eaves. Roofing material is typically tile or stone. However,
homes built by early Swedish settlers in the St. Croix River Valley often had roofs made of wood."
Although not as steeply pitched as a typical Scandinavian building, the new design features a fairly steep pitch with
gabled dormers on the top half story. The building has large overhanging eaves, and the proposed roofing materials
resemble either wood or stone(depending on which option is chosen by the owner).
"Windows are typically evenly spaced in a symmetrical pattern and are true divided light. Each building is
defined by a distinct style of pronounced lintels and sills, traditionally painted white."
The size and arrangement of windows is dictated by the existing building,and for the most part they are evenly
spaced and arranged in a symmetrical pattern. The architect has proposed adding white sills below each set of
windows on the Scandinavian buildings, as well as white lintels that extend above the awnings. The dormer windows
are divided light.
The new windows under the bank drive-through are not evenly spaced and symmetrical, and I would suggest that the
architect consider whether they could be changed to the same size windows arranged symmetrically.
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Mainstreet Storefront Design
� The Storefront sections of this new design are quite simple, utilizing the following elements suggested in
the design guidelines:
• A simple parapet wall in front of a flat roof
• A storefront cornice (tapered, stepped moulding at the top of the building)
• Canvas awnings
• Design that is primarily glass, including a glass door
• Stone material in color tones that reflect historic design
• Defined lintels and sills for the windows
General Design
"Facades of large buildings should be visually broken into bays to avoid the appearance of large, blank
walls. Visual breaks in the faCade should be accomplished by alterations in the plane of the faCade;
height of the fa�ade; changes in materials, color, texture, or pattern; and/or the addition of columns,
pilasters, and/or windows."
This is accomplished with the distinct buildings of different heights, colors, and textures, as well as rooflines with
dormers.
"Drive-throughs and canopies: Style and construction materials should be integral with the architectural
style of the building."
The drive-through uses the same lap siding and stone as the main structure.
• Encouraged Construction Materials
The building uses the following materials encouraged in the design guidelines.
• Fiber cement lap siding (e.g., James Hardie, CertainTeed)
� Natural or cast stone
"Color: To create a harmonious effect, colors should coordinate with the natural materials used on the
building (i.e., the color of brick or stone, etc.), as well as with the colors used on adjacent buildings and
buildings throughout the commercial area. 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."
A coordinating color palate visually connects the various structures together. The tones in the storefront stone are
gray with a hint of blue, buff, and a red-tone that coordinate beautifully with the colors chosen for the lap siding on
the Scandinavian buildings(brick red and gray-blue). The brown canvas awnings blend nicely with the brown tones
in the stone and provide a continuous line of color across all structures.
"Awnings: Canvas awnings are a typical feature of historic architecture, offering shelter to pedestrians
and shade from the sun. Select awnings that closely follow the shape and design of awnings used on
historic buildings of the same style and era. Fixed awnings should mimic the profile of operable units
(one-to-one pitch). Awnings should use water-repellent canvas or vinyl-coated canvas material in a color
that coordinates with the building and its surroundings. Solid colors are preferred, but stripes may also be
used if the colors coordinate with the building."
The architect has proposed canvas awnings in keeping with historic design.
• "Signage on Buildings: Signs on historic buildings and storefronts had a distinct character that played
an integral role in the Mainstreet experience. Signs were simple, bold, and well-crafted using natural
materials such as wood and metal. ... Signs should be externally lit."
A sign plan has not yet been submitted, but the use of wood signs has been discussed.
"Off-Building Signage: Each building may have one monument sign. The design of signs should reflect
the building design, using the same/similar materials and design elements. Signs should provide strong �
visual interest and use high-quality construction."
A sign plan has not yet been submitted, but a new monument sign has been suggested to match the building design.
"Rear Entrances: With the emphasis on placing parking lots to the rear and side of buildings, the sides
and rear of buildings should be designed in a similar fashion to the front. Buildings should be clean and
well-maintained on all sides. Rear entrances with a welcoming appearance are encouraged, including
the use of a small sign, awnings, display windows, and planter boxes. Buildings should be designed using
the same construction materials on all sides."
The rear design will be improved, with new fiber cement siding on the separate back structure. Some of the existing
block will remain, but it will be painted to coordinate with the new design.
"General Lighting: Scandia wishes to preserve the beauty of night skies. The goal of the city's lighting
guidelines is to permit reasonable use of outdoor lighting for nighttime safety, utility, security, and
enjoyment while simultaneously preserving the ambiance of night. ... All lighting should be designed and
installed to be fully shielded (full cutoff)so that no light is emitted above the horizontal plane of the fixture.
Fixtures should be mounted in a way that prevents the cone of light from crossing any property line on the
site. ... To the best extent possible, parking lot lighting should use lighting at a pedestrian scale using
lamp posts that match lighting in the public streets."
Full cutoJf lamps are proposed in a historic sryle.A plan for lighting the signs has not yet been proposed.
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• 25 AUgust, 2010
Scandia Plaza
Jamb Architects Proj No 0903
Parking calculations
Phase I — Parking:
-ZONING CODE REQ'S - 4 spaces/1000 sf of BLDG. AREA
-EXISTING BUII.,DING - 7,100 sf 28.4 spaces
-PIZZA RESTAURANT - 20 seats/2.5 8.0 spaces
-PHASE I ADDITION - 2 475 sf 9.9 sQaces
TOTAL PHASE I - 9,575 sf 46.3 spaces
Phase II — Parking:
• -EXISTING BUIL,DING - 7,100 sf 28.4 spaces
-PIZZA RESTAURANT - 20 seats/2.9 8.0 spaces
-PHASE I ADDITION - 2,475 sf 9.9 spaces
-PHASE II ADDITION - 6.000 sf 24.0 sQaces
TOTAL PHASE II - 15,575 sf 70.3 spaces
Parking Required:
-PHASE I - 46 spaces
-PHASE II - 70 spaces
Parking Provided:
-PHASE I - 53 spaces
-PHASE II - 69 spaces
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