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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPermit 88-11-DR - JOHN RADOVICH - FORT DENT II AND III DESIGN REVIEW88-11-dr 6840 southcenter boulevard 6860 southcenter boulevard fort dent ii and iii john radovich MCB /sjn DESIGN REVIEW City of Tukwila PLANNING DEPARTMENT 6200 Southcenter Boulevard Tukwila, Washington 98188 (206) 433 -1849 NOTICE OF DECISION FILE NUMBER: 88- 11 -DR: FORT DENT TWO AND THREE APPLICANT: John C. Radovich and Company REQUEST: Two office buildings - one with basement, garage and three stories of offices, and the second with a first floor garage, 2nd and 3rd floor offices - and accessory parking and landscaping. LOCATION: 6840 and 6860 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA The Board of Architectural Review (BAR) conducted a review of the request on October 27, 1988. The BAR approved the proposal with conditions. The BAR adopted the Findings and Conclusions contained in the October 17, 1988 staff report. Any party aggrieved by this decision may appeal the decision to the City Council by filing an appeal in writing with the City Clerk within ten (10) days of the above date and shall state the reasons for the appeal. /giaa (/ October 28, 1988 Moira Carr Bradshaw Associate Planner City of Tukwila PLANNING DEPARTMENT 6200 Southcenter Boulevard Tukwila, Washington 98188 (206) 433 -1849 CITY OF TUKWILA PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 27, 1988 The meeting was called to order at 8:05 p.m. by Mr. Coplen; Chairman. Members present were Messrs. Haggerton, Knudson, Verhalen, Coplen, Kirsop and Hamilton. Mr. Cagle was absent. Representing the staff were Jack Pace, Moira Bradshaw, Vernon Umetsu and Joanne Johnson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MR HAMILTON MOVED AND KNUDSON SECONDED A MOTION TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 22, 1988 MINUTES AS WRITTEN. MOTION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. 88 -11 -DR - FORT DENT PHASE 2 AND 3 Request for design review and approval of an office park development. Moira Carr Bradshaw, Planner, reviewed the proposal, entering the staff report into the record an Exhibit I. She reviewed the details of the design entering colored elevations of Ft. Dent 2 and 3 as Exhibits II and III, as well as color plates which were . entered as Exhibits IV and V. She further discussed the staff report's recommendation of approval with conditions. Mr. John Radovich, 2000 124th N.E., Bellevue, applicant, made additional comments on the proposal. He generally concurred with the conditions as stated in the staff report. He was not in favor of using shrubs along the parking area and the river. Mr. Don Bowman, Mithun Partners, 2000 112th Avenue N.E. explained the type of paving surface planned. A short recess was called at 8:55 pm. The meeting resumed at 9:00 pm. MR. KIRSOP MOVED AND MR. HAGGERTON SECONDED A MOTION TO. APPROVE. THE SITE PLAN SUBJECT TO THE REVISED LANDSCAPE PLAN TO INCLUDE: n271 .v Planning Commission October 27, 1988 Page 2 1. London Planes trees (3) in access easement. 2. Use of concrete pavers for the central plaza area. 3. City Council approval of use and development of City -owned property in exchange for a public trail and easement. MOTION UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. 88 -14 -DR - PARKSIDE TOWNHOMES (GARAGES) - Request for design review and approval of five garages with two parking spaces in each structure at the Parkside Townhomes development. Jack Pace, Senior Planner, reviewed the project recommending approval subject to conditions. Carl Bloss, Schneider Homes, 6510 Southcenter Blvd. (applicant) generally agreed with the conditions; however, he preferred not to use wheel stops. Eleanor Hines, 6519 S. 153rd Street, expressed her concern regarding the limited parking now available. She did not want this development to add to the parking problem that now exists. Discussion ensued on the proposal. MR HAGGERTON MOVED TO APPROVE 88- 14 -DR, BASED ON THE STAFF'S FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS, INCLUDING RECOMMENDATIONS #1 THROUGH #5 MADE BY STAFF, EXCEPT MODIFICATION BE MADE TO #4 TO READ EITHER CURB OR WHEEL STOPS BE USED, AND ATTACHMENT B BE ATTACHED TO THE PERMIT THAT HAS ALREADY BEEN ISSUED TO SPEED UP THE PROCESS. MR. KNUDSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE CONDITIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: 1. Additional trees and shrubs shall be planted to enhance the sense of enclosure in this space as shown in Attachment B. 2. Extend landscape islands as shown in Attachment B. 3. Revise sidewalks as shown in Attachment B to improve efficiency. 4. Provide either curb or wheel stops in open parking spaces a minimum of 2 feet from sidewalk /landscape area. 5. Relocation of handicap parking space to provide accessibil- ity to sidewalk area. THE MOTION WAS UNANIMOUSLY PASSED. prigaunirscrivemmiars t. 2 223i ELIVATON Ciii5tT revr&. *Pain Agra -." sia mullnw-°-7 • ' " • .• . • •.. - .• tiCkAtet IT IlL Pc• rnia 10 12:1 183 LOCATION: ACREAGE: HEARING DATE: FILE NUMBER: APPLICANT: REQUEST: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Commercial SEPA DETERMINATION: ATTACHMENTS: f .. City t of Tukwila PLANNING DEPARTMENT 6200 Southcenter Boulevard Tukwila, Washington 98188 (206) 433 -1849 STAFF REPORT to the Board of Architectural Review Prepared October 17, 1988 October 27, 1988 88- 11 -DR: Fort Dent Two and Three John C. Radovich Development Company Design review and approval of an office park development with Phase I - Fort Dent 2 and Phase II - Fort Dent 3. Lot 1 and 2 of Tukwila Short Plat 79 -7 -SS, to be identified as 6840 and 6860 Southcenter Boulevard. Approximately 5 acres ZONING DISTRICT: C -2 Regional Retail Mitigated Determination of Non - Significance issued October 10, 1988. (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G) (H) (I) (J) (K) (L) Vicinity Map Site Plan Fort Dent 2 Elevations Fort Dent 2 Basement Floor Plans Fort Dent 2 Second and Third Floor Plans Fort Dent 3 Elevations Landscape Plan Topographic Survey - Lot 1 Topographic Survey - Lot 2 Color Summary Pole Light Elevation Ground Mounted Wall Light Elevation STAFF REPORT to the BAR VICINITY /SITE INFORMATION FINDINGS k 88- 11 -DR: Fort Dent 1 and 2 Page 2 1. Project Description: Fort Dent 2 is a three -story office building with a basement level parking garage. Fort Dent 3 is a three -story building with a first floor garage and second and third floor offices. The project w i l l be developed in two phases with timing expected to be 1989 construction of Phase I and 1991 construction of Phase 2. The phasing separation is shown on the site plan (Attachment B). Phase II and will be on a separate lot but share common access and parking. 2. Existing Development: Lot 1 is being used for dirt storage excavated from the Fort Dent 1 site. 3. Surrounding Land Use: Regional park to the north, railroads and industrial use to the east, vacant land to the south, office building to the west. 4. Terrain: Relatively flat until the riverbank where the bank ranges from 1.5 to 1.0 (horizontal to vertical). 5. Vegetation: New growth of grasses and trees. 6. Soils: The majority of the surface is covered with up to five feet of fill, with approximately 20 additional feet of fill on Lot 1. Sub - surface soils consist of dense silt and then silty sand. 7. Access: 40 -foot access easement at the east end of the Southcenter Boulevard cul -de -sac and southwest of the subject site. 8. Public Facilities: Fort Dent Regional Park north of the Green River. BACKGROUND The applicant developed Fort Dent 1, an office building at 6720 Southcenter Boulevard. The subject proposal is to develop in two phases two additional office buildings of a similar design style with underground and ground floor parking. The City of Tukwila owns a 20 -foot wide strip of land along the water edge of Lots 1 and 2. City Council approval for use and development of the City -owned property is being requested. In exchange, the applicant will be developing a riverfront trail and dedicating any additional area for trail and riverbank maintenance as may be needed. Design review and approval is requested for both phases. DECISION CRITERIA The applicable Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) criteria are listed below in bold, followed by pertinent findings of fact. STAFF REPORT to the BAR 88- 11 -DR: Fort Dent 1 and 2 Page 3 1. TMC 18.60.050(1) - Relationship of Structure to Site The two three -story office structures are arranged asymmetrically on the site fronting on a central drive and plaza which provides an axis leading into the site. The height and scale of the two buildings are similar. Access to the site is from the west end of the Southcenter Boulevard cul -de- sac onto a 40 -foot access easement. The access easement is shared by the proposed State Farm development and future development east of State Farm. Parking is arranged off a circular drive around the site with additional below ground and first level parking in the subject buildings. Loading zones and screened dumpster areas are located in the rear adjacent to the garage entrances. Sidewalks will lead into the site and riverfront trail from Southcenter Boulevard and then from on -site parking areas into the various building entrances. 2. TMC 18.60.050(2) - Relationship of Structure and Site to Adjoining Area As was mentioned in the BACKGROUND section, Fort Dent 2 and 3 are similar in style to Fort Dent 1 just west of the site. The only other structure in the peninsula is the proposed brick and glass wall, 18,401 square foot State Farm building. The scale of the proposal is therefore slightly larger yet similar in scale to surrounding or potential development. The proposed entrance is off the access easement, 110 feet from the inter- section with the cul -de -sac. The entrance is also directly opposite the access to the proposed State Farm development. Lawn and Norway maples encircle the subject site. London Planes (sycamores) are planted in a double row on the north side of Southcenter Boulevard and are proposed for the south side of the street, and along the south side of the 40 -foot access easement by State Farm. 3. TMC 18.60.050(3) - Landscaping and Site Treatment The existing topographic beauty of the site is dominated by the Green River and the valley walls where they narrow at this location. The grades are level throughout the site except for the riverbank which is proposed to be regraded to a 2:1 slope. The riverbank is landscaped with Norway maples approximately 25 feet on center (Attachment G). Accent planting is proposed along the central entrance drive and is a combination of Thorn, Sweet Gums, and a variety of low- growing shrubs. Ground lighting (Attachment L) focused around the sides of both structures will add drama and safety. Pole - mounted lights (Attachment K) are located around the circular drive for parking lot security. ..., r ev» 14 41rva14.44,..4..r ... .._.. ,_ ' STAFF REPORT to the BAR 88- 11 -DR: Fort Dent 1 and 2 Page 4 4. TMC 18.60.050(4) - Building Design The building materials are a mix of predominantly bluish reflective tinted glass curtain walls and grey painted concrete. The glass is used in the circular f acade and the concrete is used in the geometric or straight linear facade. The two elements are combined into an asymmetrical design. Painted aluminum panels are brightly colored yellow in Fort Dent 2 and teal blue in Fort Dent 3 and used as accents. The accent color used in Fort Dent 1 is a burgundy, with the same neutral grey as the concrete panels predominant color in all three buildings. Rooftop mechanical equipment is screened with metal panels. Color is not specified. The existing and two proposed structures are variations of the same style; however, greater use of the curvilinear curtain wall is used in Fort Dent 2 and 3. 5. TMC 18.60.050(5) - Miscellaneous Structures and Street Furniture A screen wall of concrete and accent metal panels at the end of the cul -de- sac is proposed. Concrete portals at the entrances will also be used at Fort Dent 2 and 3. Ten -foot high concrete light standards line the entry drive. INTERURBAN SPECIAL REVIEW DISTRICT GUIDELINES (A) Proposed development design should be sensitive to the natural ameni- ties of the area. The development of the site facilitates development of a riverfront trail. Deck areas within the buildings, although not oriented with a south or southwest exposure, are oriented towards the proposed trail and river. (B) Proposed development use should demonstrate due regard for the use and enjoyment of public recreational areas and facilities. The proposal does not interfere with public use of the riverfront. (C) Proposed development should provide for safe and convenient on -site pedestrian circulation. A sidewalk leads from Southcenter Boulevard into the site and onto the riverfront trail. Sidewalks also lead from parking lot to building entrances. STAFF REPORT to the BAR 88- 11 -DR: Fort Dent 1 and 2 Page 5 (D) Proposed property use should be compatible with neighboring uses and complementary to the district in which it is located. Office use is compatible with the neighboring uses and a desirable use adjacent to the river. (E) Proposed development should seek to minimize significant adverse environmental impacts. An environmental review and geotechnical study has been completed and an environmental determination of non - significance issued. (F) Proposed development should demonstrate due regard for significant historical features in the area. An architectural reconnaissance was completed by the Office of Public Archaeology of the University of Washington in May 1982, as part of a previous EIS on the site. Archival research showed that the project area had a good potential for cultural resources because of: a. its proximity to known prehistoric sites, b. the ethnographic evidence. This area of the Green River is known to have been heavily utilized by the Duwamish Indians. and, c. the historic evidence. Some of the earliest Euro /American settlers in what is now Washington State lived along the waters of the Green River; and Fort Dent was erected just north of the project properties, on the east side of the river, in 1856. Field reconnaissance revealed that considerable surface soil was removed, bulldozed and then filled several years ago. The riverbank is the only undisturbed area. The applicant is now proposing to excavate and regrade the riverbank to provide additional river capacity. CONCLUSIONS Relationship of Structure to Site 1. A desirable transition is made between the site and the streetscape in terms of access and pedestrian movement. The location of the parking along the circular driveway around the perimeter and the parking within the structures moderates the typical large parking lot associated with development. The scale and height of the structures are similar although slightly larger than the existing or the proposed for the area. Their juxtaposition creates interest and reflects the design of each building. STAFF REPORT to the BAR 88- 11 -DR: Fort Dent 1 and 2 Page 6 Relationship of Structure and Site to Adjoining Area 2. Better landscape transition to the adjoining areas could be made by placing London Planes along the access easement duplicating the treatment on South - center Boulevard and visually creating the idea of continuation. The continual line of parking along the waterfront is unscreened. Shrubs should be used in combination with the shade trees to provide better transi- tion and screening from the pedestrian trail and Fort Dent Park northwest of the site. A connection of the riverfront trail will occur when the south side is developed. The applicant will be connecting it on the north side to the public sidewalk. Therefore, good pedestrian circulation is provided. Landscaping and Site Treatment 3. Use of the London Plane tree adjacent to the access easement will strengthen the landscape treatment of the street and provide visual cues as vehicular circulation continues down the access easement. The row of Norway maples along the parking will provide shade and eventually enhance the quality of the riverbank environment. The use of a pattered surface for the entry drive plaza area emphasizes the entryway and creates a focal point for the entire development. This central area is emphasized further with accent plantings. The use of Washington Thorns creates a concern about appropriateness due to the half to one -inch long thorns which grow on the trees, especially because they are used in high pedestrian traffic areas. The planting beds located around the entrance are actually recessed and the edges are approximately 16 inches above the pavement, which is not con- ducive for sitting. The dumpsters are enclosed with concrete and therefore screened. Building Design 4. The structural design of the buildings relate well to each other and their surroundings; however, the varying values of the three accent colors create some concern about compatibility between the three buildings. The yellow seems to be a much higher value than the burgundy and the teal blue a higher value than the burgundy. The accent color for Fort Dent 1 and the asymme- trical design gives it distinction and makes it visually arresting. The element of color is a strong design feature, therefore compatibility and harmony among the three is essential. A greyer yellow and teal blue would be more harmonious. The rooftop equipment is screened with metal panels which should be painted a color which duplicates the concrete facade. Lighting designs are low key circular design elements which compliment the curtain walls. ff STAFF REPORT 88- 11 -DR: Fort Dent 1 and 2 to the BAR Page 7 Miscellaneous Structures 5. The 13 by 30 foot concrete portal at the end of the entry drive cul -de -sac reflects the architectural concept of the development - the use of colors and the use of free standing elements. Interurban Special Review Guidelines 6. The design of the site is sensitive to the amenities of the area. It en- hances the use and enjoyment of public recreational facilities. Circulation will be continuous through connections with public sidewalks. If cultural materials are found during excavation of the riverbank, the Office of Archaeology will be contacted and appropriate evaluation under- taken. RECOMMENDATIONS Based on the above Findings and Conclusions, the Planning staff recommends approval subject to: 1. A revised landscape plan, to include: a. London Planes (3) in access easement. b. Shrub screening between parking lot and riverfront trail. 2. Submittal of a colored rendering which demonstrates compatibility of color choice with a reduction in value of accent colors. 3. City Council approval of use and development of City -owned property in exchange for a public trail and easements. (22/88- 11 -DR) OWNER ;7 .1000. 00041(1 WNI10M1? 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PizJUE3 LIS arrt7 t -u -r K41.1' LAuer...L. ac. 2 I CZCLILI5 Kai -1$" - L-1- --- (Axifu!4--- MITHUN P A R T N E R S FORT DENT TWO BUILDING COLORS CONCRETE COLOR FOR BUILDING:AND MECHANICAL SCREEN: PARKER PAINT /1 5442M - MEDIUM LIGHT GRAY CONCRETE COLOR FOR ENTRY PORTAL: PARKER PAINT /E 5441W - LIGHT GRAY PAINTED ALUMINUM PANELS @ ENTRY, COLUMN COVERS, ACCENT BAND, AND RAILING: TYGER DRYLAC # RAL 1018 - LIGHT YELLOW GLASS TYPE A @ CONCRETE PANELS: INSULATED UNIT, INBOARD LIGHT CLEAR, OUTBOARD LIGHT FORD SUNGLASS GRAY (GRAY TINTED), OUTDOOR REFLECTANCE 6%. GLASS TYPE B @.CURTAINWALL: ARCHITECTURE P L A N N I N G & INTERIOR DESIGN 2000 1 12TH AVE NE BELLEVUE WA 9N004 (206) 454 3344 FAX( ,776 INSULATED UNIT, INBOARD LIGHT CLEAR, OUTBOARD LIGHT FORD SUNGLASS HP (BLUE TINTED), OUTDOOR REFLECTANCE 19% (MODEL # S5 -08) POLE MOUNTED AND GROUND MOUNTED LIGHTS: NATURAL ALUMINUM COLOR ATTACHMENT J . _~-`- �--_ ' -' --'� -_--�~ ,.. . There are two items which we feel need additional clarification on our site and drainage plans for Fort Dent Office Buildings Two and Three. First, on the lower left corner of the conceptual storm drainage plan, there is a grass lined swale section shown. This section denotes 11.5 feet of landscaping; the sum of 9.5 feet of grassy swale and two feet of grass shoulder for the trail. The point we wish to clarify is that automobile overhang from the adjacent parking will extend 1.5 feet into the 11.5 feet of landscaping for an effective ten feet of landscaping. We did not want to infer effective landscaping of 11.5 feet when we are supplying ten feet. Secondly, we wanted to make you aware of conversations and meetings which took place last week between Phil Frazer of Public Works, Andy Levesque of King County Surface Water Management, Don Williams of Parks and ourselves. The outcome of these conversations was the attached sketch and correspondence. We proceeded with our site plan and ultimate application based on this sketch. As the sketch has not been fully incorporated into the drawings, we felt you should have a copy for your files. We believe we are meeting or exceeding code requirements as well as meeting the concerns of Public Works, King Co. S.W.M. and Parks. 5.'- %ioclai iii; rn` vti; Ya�rs. �.'.: f' i�;i i�} K".'.%: �1�' Wuw1.? J. �?^ J: 2: i7. CSY, iF3ariva:^ sv:. etasa�.; �7it:.+ esYf+: sC�GtY {1.d::LY'Yiti'L:�iY.L:'�f:'sUJ� X_.' 17Z• d�FnityirdO. R^.. F�ta�• 2F .�.::A1:.2- !a�:�er�;;�i;�,m;•: Dear Phil: Cordially, Katie Greif Development Manager cc: Andy Levesque /, i d. (J1c ' Kathy Emery r/-1/ J OIIIIC 1 2000 - 124th Ave. N.E. :11111 !AI September 9, 1988 Mr. Phil Fraser p/ %d - rd f/" Public Works Department City of Tukwila 6300 Southcenter Blvd. Tukwila, WA 98188 Subject: Fort Dent Office Buildings • n . K.rr m r As per our discussions, we have added the details to the attached river bank section detail: (1) Elevation 22/12,000 c.f.s. level. (2) 23 foot variation in property line locations. (3) Slope of 2:1 on upper bank. (4) Slope of 2:1 is assumed on lower bank. (5) Public Works Maintenance easement will extend riverward from landward edge of trail easement. (Riverward to at least Elevation 18.4.) We agree to have a bank stabilization performed and to follow the recommendations of that report. We realize this may result in adjustments to the river bank slope and the site plan. Kathy Emery of Rasmussen Engineering has requested that we add a 2 %, slope to the upper easement and lower bench /easement area for drainage. In regards to the property line locations, only at the eastern most portion of the property does the property line extend into the newly sloped river bank. The majority of the riverfront area extends between three and ten feet into the 16 foot maintenance easement. We hope this will clarify all of your concerns. Please call me if you have questions. Bert Gregory f' Ralph Isaacs F'` tsidiffi Development Company 8 -103 Bellevue, WA 98005 (206) 454 -6060 • �7 7g4j1- 25%. vo - 414, 4 10 n a n Pr» re. r--fy n t loca 4 O rl 4 MITHUN P A R T, N E S BUILDING'COLORS: 10 CONCRETE.COLOR FOR BUILDING AND MECHANICAL SCREEN PARKER PAINT #5542M — MEDIUM LIGHT GRAY CONCRETE. COLOR FOR ENTRY PORTAL:. PARKER PAINT .# 5441W:— LIGHT GRAY,- PAINTED ALUMINUM PANELS @ ENTRY, COLUMN COVERS, 'ACCENT BAND, AND RAILING TYGER DRYLAC # RAL 5018 — MEDIUM TEAL BLUE GLASS TYPE A @ CONCRETE PANELS: INSULATED UNIT, INBOARD LIGHT CLEAR, OUTBOARD LIGHT FORD SUNGLASS GRAY (GRAY TINTED), OUTDOOR REFLECTANCE 6% GLASS. TYPE B @ CURTAINWALLc INSULATED UNIT, INBOARD LIGHT CLEAR, OUTBOARD LIGHT FORD SUNGLASS HP (BLUE TINTED), OUTDOOR REFLECTANCE . 19E (MODEL. # S5 -08) :. POLE MOUNTED AND GROUND MOUNTED LIGHTS: .ARCHITECTURE P L A N N 1 N'G:•& INTERIOR DESIGN - 2000 112TH AVE NE BELLEVUE WA 98004 (206) 454 3344. , ..FAX (206) 646 4776 NATURAL ALUMINUM COLOR -�_ ,.......,- ...: ".- --:::-.-- .___ 7. j ' - 1 i f' , 1 1% ixvv4* L C n.4•Gy4o .1.4100 C1:1.1-G /MGT Uri). GENERAL NOTES 7 fi46 7b /$4 MY-60.6505 z c V/7.4q; xGac MIY/TUIXTC c4� EtCt._ N FJyg CONCEPTUAL STORM, GRADING, & UTILITIES PLAN o 1—i --moo �. z 1 M MITHUN 7:W07r 3.11101117 &TS .1.L.M. ,,,,, .111.• D.11. 1150■1■■•■• 111141. " 11/12/611 A-3 ; office building with basement parking. Building Two: 6840 Southcenter Blvd. Building Three: 6860 Southcenter Blvd. Signature: 4. PROPERTY OWNER Phone: 206 -4 4 -6 AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION Name: John C. Radovich Development Company 1. BRIEFLY DESCRIBE YOUR PROPOSAL: Development of a 3 -story 65,000 sq. ft. 2. PROJECT LOCATION: (Give street address or, if vacant, indicate lot(s), block, and subdivision; or tax lot number, access street, and nearest intersection) Quarter: NW Section: 24 Township: 23 Range: 4 (This information may be found on your tax statement.) • 3. APPLICANT :* Name: John C. Radovich Development Company Address: 2000 124th Avenue NE, B -103, Bellevue. WA. 98005 Phon•: ,6- 454 -60 0 / 'L- Date: 9/12/88 * The applicant is the person whom the staff will contact regarding the application, and to whom all notices and reports shall be sent, unless otherwise stipulated by applicant. Address: 2000 124th Avenue NE, B -103, Bellevue, WA, 98005 j '.:1 /ICE, [signature (s) ] , 1 swear that w- are the owner s or con ra rchaser s o tha property invo ed in this application and that the foregoing statements an answers contained in this application are true and correct to the best of my /our knowledge and belief. Date: September 12, 1988 DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION Page 2 The following criteria will be used by the BAR in its decision - making on your proposed project. Please carefully review the criteria, respond to each cri- terion (if appropriate), and describe how your plans and elevations meet the criteria. If the space provided for response is insufficient, use extra space on last page or use blank paper to complete response and attach to this form. 5. RELATIONSHIP OF STRUCTURE TO SITE A. The site should be planned to accomplish a desirable transition with the streetscape and to provide for adequate landscaping, and pedestrian movement. B. Parking and service areas should be located, designed, and screened to moderate the visual impact of large paved areas. C. The height and scale of each building should be considered in relation to it site. RESPONSE: The building is well placed on site for ease of transition from street to parking then building. Pedestrian movement has heen planned for. Both consistent wit -2 zoning. 6. RELATIONSHIP OF STRUCTURE AND SITE TO ADJOINING AREA A. Harmony in texture, lines, and masses is encouraged. B. Appropriate landscape transition to adjoining properties should be provided. C. Public buildings and structures should be consistent with the estab- lished neighborhood character. D. Compatibility of vehicular pedestrian circulation patterns and loading facilities in terms of safety, efficiency and convenience should be encouraged. E. Compatibility of on -site vehicular circulation with street circulation should be encouraged. RESPONSE: Access to the project is from a single driveway to minimize congestion. The proposed building(s) will consist of similar rnnGtrurtinri and building materials as Fort Dent One to the south. A smooth flow into the site, around buildings and out of the site has been designed. Special loading areas for trucks are available. Landscape requirements are exceeded. 7. LANDSCAPE AND SITE TREATMENT DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION Page 3 A. Where existing topographic patterns contribute to beauty and utility of a development, they should be recognized and preserved and enhanced. B. Grades of walks, parking spaces, terraces, and other paved areas should promote safety and provide an inviting and stable appearance. C. Landscape treatment should enhance architectural features, strengthen vistas and important axis, and provide shade. D. In locations where plants will be susceptible to injury by pedestrian or motor traffic, mitigating steps should be taken. E. Where building sites limit planting, the placement of trees or shrubs in paved areas is encouraged. F. Screening of service yards, and other places which tend to be un- sightly, should be accomplished by use of walls, fencing, planting or combinations of these. Screening should be effective in winter and summer. G. In areas where general planting will not prosper, other materials such as fences, walls, and pavings of wood, brick, stone, or gravel may be used. H. Exterior lighting, when used, should enhance the building design and the adjoining landscape. Lighting standards and fixtures should be of a design and size compatible with the building and adjacent area. Lighting should be shielded, and restrained in design. Excessive brightness and brilliant colors should be avoided. RESPONSE: The existing grades are relatively level and will not be altered significantl Due to these somewhat level grades of the site to the driveways, parking areas, walkways and building entries are unobstructed physically and have good visibility for safety. The plant material selections were chosen to reflect the types of spaces. Larger canopy trees were used in the entry drive and parking areas, a smaller scale tree flanks the interior roadway as it passes between the buildings, and small flowering trees accent the building entry courts. Norway maples were selected as the large canopy tree to reflect the same neighborhood character as established by the existing London Plane trees. We avoided using the actual London Plane tree due to its destructive habit. At the building enti =es permanent and seasonal plantings are combined to provide year around color and interest. Shade trees have been located along the Green River at 30' O.C. with grass providing groundcover. All areas not planted in shrubs will be seeded lawns to create a lush green carpet year around. The dumpsters have been architecturally screened. 8. BUILDING DESIGN a.• r. :' +nu n:rrnr +,a. ^arA'c�'+ti[n::•A r:'J :'r.:'!t':.".u� ^r t: £G tt". ^ Y::3tt.".Sr':.s.'t:..ar : i+6:.a:,,Mt Il nc:. r. vu.. �n.•:.. v.r... v..: n,......... w...... ...,..>......wo...,.., DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION Page 4 A. Architectural style is not restricted, evaluation of a project should be based on quality of its design and relationship to surroundings. B. Buildings should be to appropriate scale and be in harmony with per- manent neighboring developments. C. Building components - such as windows, doors, eaves, and parapets - should have good proportions and relationship to one another. Building components and ancillary parts shall be consistent with anticipated life of the structure. D. Colors should be harmonious, with bright or brilliant colors used only for accent. E. Mechanical equipment or other utility hardware on roof, ground or buildings should be screened from view. F. Exterior lighting should be part of the architectural concept. Fix- tures, standards and all exposed accessories should be harmonious with building design. G. Monotony of design in single or multiple buildings projects should be avoided. Variety of detail, form, and siting should be used to provide visual interest. RESPONSE: Great care has been taken to provide a campus feeling carrying forth design characteristics from Fort Dent One to the south but also providing individuality for this proposed Fort Dent Two. The building is the same width at facing points and is set back the same distance from the park access road as Fort Dent One. Similar landscaping techniques will be utilized to create a "Gateway" effect. Muted greys are utilized and carried over from Fort Dent One. Yellow is used as an accent color. The building massing is well proportioned. Equipment is generously screened. Lighting is placed evenly on the site. Iv r•. 14.00 .;,..s <w:.o s:'taa:br:';tpe.Ka ; ktly.'•F4nkcb5.• -':i S1lnl.: a' lr ,;•4. ^, {:GYA'.• }yY.tJ'rf::c 9. MISCELLANEOUS STRUCTURES AND STREET FURNITURE INTERURBAN SPECIAL REVIEW DISTRICT `DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION Page 5 A. Miscellaneous structures and street furniture should be designed to be part of the architectural concept of design and landscape. Materials should be compatible with buildings, scale should be appropriate, colors should be in harmony with buildings and surroundings, and pro- portions should be to scale. B. Lighting in connection with miscellaneous structures and street furni- ture should meet the guidelines applicable to site, landscape and buildings. RESPONSE: A concrete portal is designed at the building entrance to provide visual interest and carry over a campus feeling from Fort Dent One. A picnic table and benches are planned for along.the river. Lighting fully meets the needs of the project. The following six criteria are used in the special review of the Interurban area in order to manage the development of this area, to upgrade its general appear- ance, to provide incentives for compatible uses, to recognize and to capitalize on the benefits to the area of the amenities including the Green River and nearby recreational facilities, to encourage development of more people- oriented use, and to provide for development incentives that will help to spur growth. Please describe how your proposed development relates to the goals for this District. Use additional response space, if necessary. 10. The proposed development design should be sensitive to the natural amenities of the area. The building is placed on the site to allow views of the Green River and Mount Rainier. The recreational trail will be constructed as part of the project allowing pedestrians to begin enjoying this formerly undeveloped land. Grass lined swales are planned for storm drainage to eliminate some oil type pollutants from entering the river. 11. The proposed development use should demonstrate due regard for the use and enjoyment of public recreational areas and facilities. No adverse impacts should result on adjacent Fort Dent Park as a result of thins development. Many employees will undoubtedly enjoy the park during lunch hours as well as before and after work. DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION Page 6 12. The proposed development should provide for safe and convenient on -site pedestrian circulation. A sidewalk is located along the Fort Dent access road providing access to the Park. Internal sidewalks provide access from parking areas to the building and also connect to the street sidewalk. 13. The proposed property use should be compatible with neighboring uses and complementary to the district in which it is located. All property within the river bend area is zoned C -2. The proposed building will be developed in accordance with the requirements of this zone. The building will be of similar shape, size, scale, building material and con- struction type as the only other building in the area at this time: Fort Dent One. 14. The proposed development should seek to minimize significant adverse environmental impacts. The applicant has addressed any potentially adverse impacts in the environmental checklist. 15. The proposed development should demonstrate due regard for significant historical features in the area. Extensive research was completed when Fort Dent One was developed. It was found that the site and adjacent properties have no historical features to preserve. Fort Dent Park however, is across the Green River from the project. The placement of the buildings, size and scale of the buildings and land- scaping have been designed in a manner as to create a "gateway" entrance to Fort Dent Park. (29 /DSGN.APP1 -3)