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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPermit 76-19-APP - PIZZA OVEN - SIGN APPEALMF 76-19-APP 14027 INTERURBAN AVENUE SOUTH PIZZA OVEN SIGN READERBOARD APPEAL SIGN APPEAL 8 June 1976 Sincerely, Gary Crutchf Assistant Planner GC /cw Edgar D. Bauch, Mayor CITY OF TUKWILA 6230 SOUTHCENTER BLVD. TUKWILA, WASHINGTON 98067 cc: Bldg Off Chmn, Bd of Adj PLANNING DEPARTMENT Mr. Edward Heavey 2nd Floor - Walthew Building 123 Third Avenue South Seattle, Washington 98104 Dear Mr. Heavey: The Tukwila Board of Adjustment, at its regular meeting 3 June 1976, conducted a public hearing to consider your appeal of the previous denial by the Planning Commission of a readerboard sign for the Pizza Oven, a business located at 14027 Interurban Avenue and owned by Mr. Tony Zuanich. The Board voted to overturn the denial by the Planning Commission and approve the original sign proposal with the limitation of three lines of readerboard copy and Planning Department approval with respect to Sign Code restrictions. The reason for Staff approval was the fact that most of the Board members had not seen the original sign proposal. Upon completion of an application for sign permit and remittance of the appro- priate permit fee, a permit will be issued to the Pizza Oven to allow erection of a sign as indicated in the Boards motion of approval. Should you have any questions please contact me at 242 -2177 at your convenience. Board of Adjustment Minutes Page 2 3 June 1976 Mr. Richard Thorpe, attorney for International - Harvester, questioned the Commission's logic in restricting the number of wall signs and not the location. Went on to explain the layout of the property and surroundings and their rela- tionship to Interurban Avenue. Asserted a traffic hazard without adequate identification and considered the building itself "fronts" toward Interurban Avenue. Indicated ownership of the thirty foot strip extending from Interurban Avenue easterly to the building and that it is used for access. Briefly explained three individual court cases which related to the word "front" and contended that as used in the Sign Code means direct access to and visibility from the street. Mr. Crutchfield explained the building itself is of a standard design to take advantage of a corner lot which this is not. Explained the zoning code's defini- tion of yard and its relationship to the word "front" in this case. Further noted the judicial ruling indicated the Board may very well find that the International - Harvester property fronts on the Tuk -Inn and Union properties. Board members discussed at great length the relationship of both the building and property to Interurban Avenue and discussed options available to applicant. Motion by Mr. Hartong and seconded by Mr. Duffie to find the building is situated so as to front both 48th Avenue and Interurban Avenue and that the permit be granted for a wall sign on that face of the building which fronts toward Inter- urban Avenue. Considerable discussion evolved regarding the relationship of the building and if, in fact, it should be sufficient reason to grant the permit. ROLL CALL: Ayes - Mr. Duffie and Mr. Hartong. Nays - Mrs. Crain and Mr. Dow. Chairperson Altmayer cast NO vote. MOTION FAILED. Motion by Mr. Dow and seconded by Mr. Hartong that on the basis the thirty foot strip of land used as access and owned by International- Harvester constitutes a yard which fronts on Interurban Avenue in a manner similar to the yards of the Tuk -Inn and Union properties, that the permit be granted. MOTION CARRIED with Mrs. Crain and Mrs. Altmayer voting NO. /� PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL from Planning Commission Denial of Readerboard Sign - V Kaseeno Tav Chairperson Altmayer opened the public hearing at 9:52 P.M. and Mr. Crutchfield read the findings and conclusions of the Staff Report which recommended the Board refer the matter back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration and that any decision include a statement of findings or conclusions. Mr. Edward Heavey, attorney for the appellant, referred to the minutes of the Planning Commission's 25 March 1976 meeting at which considerable discussion took place and a motion granting the readerboard with the restriction of three lines of readerboard copy only narrowly failed. The appellant is willing to limit Board of Adjustment e Minutes Page 3 3 June 1976 the readerboard copy to three lines but does not want to go to the Planning Commission for reason of original denial, appeal that decision to the Board requesting a readerboard sign of three lines. This would leave the appellant without identification until August or September. Stated the Pizza Oven, as it is now called, is a recreational business which includes a variety of different liesure time activities which must be adequately identified and highlighted by a readerboard. Distributed several photographs of other reader - boards in the vicinity and of the business itself. Mr. Frank Todd, 14446 - 59th Avenue South, stated he has no personal interest in this matter but does feel the applicant has been treated unfairly. The readerboard sign should be approved and noted it could be required to be reconsidered when all the other existing readerboard signs must be reviewed for approval. Mrs. Phyllis Pesicka, 14726 - 57th Avenue, asked when the non - conforming signs must be brought into conformance. Mr. Crutchfield state May 1980. Mrs. Pesicka asked why this sign isn't allowed now and reviewed in 1980. Mr. Crutchfield stated the only reason for the seven year 'grandfather' clause is to allow amortization of the signs existing at the time the Sign Code took effect. Mr. Heavey stated the requested sign conforms to the Sign Code and simply requires design approval which can be done by the Board at this meeting. There being no further comments from the audience, Chairperson Altmayer closed the public hearing at 10:28 P.M. Considerable discussion ensued among Board members as to whether or not the Board had the authority to approve the sign. Mr. Heavey assured the Board ' it had the legal authority to overturn the decision of the Commission if the Commission's decision appeared to be arbitrary and capricious. Motion by Mr. Hartong and seconded by Mr. Duffie to approve the original sign proposal with the limitation of three lines of readerboard copy. Considerable discussion focused on the fact the original sign has not been introduced to the Board and they were being asked to vote on something they hadn't seen. Mr. Crutchfield and Mr. Heavey described the dimensions, height and location of the originally proposed sign. Motion by Mr. Duffie, seconded by Mr. Hartong and carried to amend the original motion to include the condition of Staff approval with respect to Code restric- tions. Vote on original motion as amended. Motion, as amended, CARRIED. Mr. Crutchfield requested a short recess. CITY OF TUKWILA PLANNING DEPARTMENT BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT STAFF REPORT 3 June 1976 8:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM IV B : PUBLIC HEARING-Appeal of Planning Commission Decision (Kaseeno Tav) ACTION: Appeal of Planning Commission denial of readerboard sign APPELLANT: Tony Zuanich, proprieter of Kaseeno Tav LOCATION: Kaseeno Tav, 14027 Interurban Avenue ZONING: C -2, Commercial FINDINGS: 1. The Sign Code allows one freestanding identification sign per building. 2. Mr. Zuanich, owner of the Kaseeno Tav, designed a freestanding identi- fication sign which included a readerboard. 3. Section 19.32.140 (B) states in part ... "The freestanding sign shall contain no advertising copy, but be limited to name of or activity being identified, and trademark or logo, except where an approved readerboard is being used." Thus, the readerboard portion of the proposed sign requires Planning Commission approval. 4. The Planning Commission considered the proposed readerboard at their regular meeting conducted 25 March 1976. 5. The Staff Report to the Planning Commission, attached as Exhibit "A ", noted that "the intent of Section 19.32.140 (B), (as quoted in Finding 3 above), is to minimize the printed copy of a sign and to note that readerboards are an exception to the.rule and should be treated as an exception rather than an allowance ". 6. The Staff Report also included the following conclusions: a. In consideration of the readerboard being an exception to the rule, a need should be demonstrated prior to its allowance. Board of Adjustment_ Staff Report Page 2 3 June 1976 b. Consideration should be given to the effect of a proliferation of readerboard signs along Interurban Avenue as it relates to clutter — the reduction of which is a stated purpose of the Sign Code. c. Approval of this readerboard sign without appropriate justifi- cation will set a precedence for more of the same along Inter- urban Avenue. d. The Commission should carefully consider the visual impact of readerboards and determine if they are necessary and desired in this area. 7. The Staff Report recommended that ... "Should the Commission approve the sign, consideration should be given to reduction of the number of lines on the readerboard." 8. As indicated in the minutes of the 25 March 1976 meeting, attached as Exhibit "B ", the Planning Commission deliberated at considerable length regarding the safety of passing motorists attempting to consume the message capable of being displayed on a five line readerboard. 9. The Commission considered three motions, in the following order, before a majority decision was reached: a. Approve the readerboard with only three (3) lines of changeable copy. (This motion failed.) b. Approve the readerboard as proposed. (This motion failed.) c. Deny the readerboard. (This motion received a majority vote and passed.) 10. None of the motions cited in Finding #9 above, and primarily the motion to deny the readerboard, included or referred to any findings or conclu- sions on which to base the decision. 11. The applicant, Mr. Zuanich, was informed of the Planning Commission decision by letter dated 29 March 1976 which included notification that any appeal of the Planning Commission decision must be initiated within thirty (30) days. 12. Mr. Edward Heavey, attorney for the appellant, notified the Tukwila Planning Department by letter dated 27 April 1976 of Mr. Zuanich's desire to appeal the Planning Commission decision. 13. The appeal was placed on the Board of Adjustment agenda and duly advertised for this meeting. Board of Adjustment Staff Report Page 3 3 June 1976 CONCLUSIONS: 1. The appellant, in March 1976, properly requested approval of a reader- board sign. 2. Although the Staff Report to the Planning Commission contained findings, conclusions and a recommendation and, despite the considerable delibera- tion exercised by the Planning Commission in arriving at their decision, the motion which denied the readerboard sign did not contain or refer to any findings or conclusions on which to base the decision. RECOMMENDATION: Based on the Findings and Conclusions contained in this Staff Report, Staff recom- mends the Board refer the appeal back to the Planning Commission for reconsidera- tion of the original request and that the resultant decision of the Planning Com- mission include a statement of Findings or Conclusions upon which that decision is based. 3 June 1976 (date) CITY OF TUKWILA • NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 8:00 P.M. (time) Notice is hereby given that the Tukwila BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on the above date at City Hall; 14475 - 59th Avenue South, to consider an APPEAL of the Plaguing Commission DENIAL of a READERBOARD SIGN for the KASEENO TAV located at .14027 Interurban Avenue. • All interested persons are encouraged to appear and be heard. Gary Crutchfield, Secretary Tukwila Board of Adjustment •For further information contact Gary Crutchfield at 242 - 2177. Published in the Renton Record - Chronicle on 19 and 26 May 1976 6 May 1976 Sincerely Mr. Edward Heavey 2nd Floor - Walthew Building 123 Third Avenue South Seattle, Washington 98104 Dear Mr. Heavey: CITY o F TU KWI LA 14475 - 59TH AVENUE SOUTH TUKWI LA, WASHINGTON 98067 This correspondence is in response to your letter of 27 April 1976 addressed to me as well as our telephone conversation of Tuesday, 4.May 1976, regarding the appeal by Mr. Tony Zuanich. The appeal to the Tukwila Board of Adjustment has been concluded to be the appropriate direction in which to proceed as opposed to the City Council as discussed earlier. Since there is no filing fee established for appeals . within the City of Tukwila, our secretary has already returned your check. This office considers your letter as referenced hereinabove, constitutes formal appeal and a public hearing has been scheduled before the Board of Adjustment on Thursday, 3 June 1976. . Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 242 -2177. Gary Crutchfifeld Assistant planner GC /cw Ed gar D. Bauch, Mayor • Edgar D. Bauch, Mayor CITY or TUKW1LA May. 5, 1976 14475 - 59TH AVENUE SOUTH TUKWI LA, WASHINGTON 98067 Heavey & Woody 2nd Floor - Waithew Building 123 Third Avenue South Seattle, Washington 98104 ATTN: Mr. Edward Heavey Dear Mr. Heavey: Please find enclosed 'your check in the amount of $75. This is being returned to you since there is no fee for filing an appeal to the Board of Adjustments. Sincerely, Charlene K. Weikum Secretary, Planning Department CKW /ckw Enclosure • HEAVEY & WOODY 2nd Floor — Walthew Building 123 THIRD AVENUE SOUTH EDWARD HEAVEY SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98104 FRANK J. WOODY Gary. Crutchfield Assistant Planner City. of Tukwila 14475 - 59th Ave. S. Tukwila, WA 98067 Re: Tony Zuanich Kasseno Tav Tukwila, WA Dear Mr. Crutchfield: Please be advised that I have been retained by Mr. Tony Zuanich with regards to the denial of his readerboard for the above named tavern. Mr. Zuanich hereby appeals the decision and requests a.review by the Board of Adjustment with respect to the denial as mentioned in your letter dated 'March 29, 1976. Enclosed please find my check in the amount of $75.00, which I believe is the fee for the appeal. Very truly yours, HEAVEY & WOODY EDWARD HEAVEY EH:gh Copy: Tony Zuanich April 27, 1976 624 -6111 APR 3 01918 gpECEIllEn COY Of NICWI4A 29 March 1976 Mr. Tony Zuanich Kaseeno Tav 14027 Interurban Avenue Tukwila, Washington 98168 Dear Mr. Zuanich: The Tukwila Planning Commission, at its regular meeting conducted 25 March 1976, considered your request for approval of a freestanding readerboard sign as required by Section 19.32.140 (B) of the Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC). A majority of.the Commission, after considerable deliberation, voted to deny the readerboard as presented to them. You, as the applicant, maintain for thirty days the right to file with this office a notice of appeal and request for review by the Board of Adjustment through a variance procedure. Should you desire to employ the appeal process, please contact the Planning Department within the thirty day period. Sincerely, CITY of TUKWILA 14475 - 59TH AVENUE SOUTH TUKWI LA, WASHINGTON 98067 Gary Crutchfield Assistant Planner GC /cw cc: Bldg Dep E gar D. Bauch, Mayor CITY OF TUKWILA PLANNING DEPARTMENT PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT 25 March 1976 AGENDA ITEM VI A : Readerboard - Kaseeno Tav The two -story building located approximately 100 feet north of the Hazelnut Restaurant, once occupied by Valley T.B.A., has recently been remodeled to function as a combination tavern, pizza parlor and cardroom. The proprietor has submitted plans for a freestanding, double -face internally illuminated sign with a readerboard panel. Section 19.32.140 (B) states in part... "The freestanding sign shall contain no advertising copy, but be limited to name of company or activity being identified, and trademark or logo, except where an approved readerboard is being used." The Planning Commission has therefore been presented the request for the proposed readerboard sign. The proposed sign conforms, in all respect except the readerboard, to the Sign Code. The intent of Section 19.32.140 (B), as quoted above, is to minimize the printed copy of a sign and to note that readerboards are an exception to the rule and should be treated as an exception rather than an allowance. In consideration of the readerboard being an exception to the rule, a need should be demonstrated prior to its allowance. Consideration should also be given to the effect of a proliferation of readerboard signs along Interurban Avenue as it relates to clutter — the reduction of which is a stated purpose of the Sign Code. In essence, approval of this readerboard sign without - appropriate justification will set a precedence for more of the same along Interurban Avenue. Staff recommends the Commission carefully. consider the visual impact of reader - boards and determine if they are necessary and desired in this area. Should the Commission approve the sign, consideration should be given to reduction of the number of lines on the readerboard. CH t t3►T " ,p ," 8:00 P.M. Planning Commission Minutes Page 2 25 March 1976 V. NEW BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING - Amendment to Section 18.34.170 (TMC) Mr. Crutchfield explained the Doubletree Inn has requested an amendment to the CPR zone height restriction to delete the restriction on the number of floors to allow the construction of a hotel within the overall height limit but exceeding the maximum number of floors indicated in the current restriction. Chairman Mettler opened the Public Hearing at 8:15 P.M. and asked for comments from proponents or opponents. Mr. Timothy. Dubois, manager of Doubletree Inn, stated the proposed building would conform to the current seventy -five foot height restriction but in terms of economics they need eight (8) floors of guest rooms to offset the costs of construction adequately. Stated they felt the proposed amendment presents no potential detriment to the public or the environment since the current restric- tion of 75 feet will be complied with and the number of floors within the building will be unknown to the general public and represent no effect. Mr. Crutchfield read the Staff Report explaining all relevant findings, conclu- sions and the Staff recommendation to approve the proposed amendment. Also read letter from Marvin Boys, Vice - President of Southcenter Shopping Center Corporation, stating their agreement with the proposed amendment so long as adequate parking is provided within the Doubletree Inn's leased property. Mr. Crutchfield noted that adequate parking, as determined by the Board of Adjustment through a variance procedure, will be provided within the property confines of the Doubletree Inn. There being no further audience comments, Chairman Mettler closed the Public Hearing at 8:20 P.M. Mr. Stoknes noted that the CPR zone allows hotels and offices yet currently restricts them to six stories. Noted the effective restriction is the overall height of 75 feet and that the limit as to the number of stories within a 75 foot high building seriously inhibits flexibility in design of allowed uses -- and in cases such as this would even discourage new development. Motion by Mr. Kirsop, seconded by Mr. West and carried to recommend the City Council amend Section 18.34.170 to read "In a CPR district, the height shall not exceed seventy five feet." on the basis that deletion of the restriction on the number of floors will promote flexibility in design while ensuring the maintenance of the bulk height restriction. Motion by Mr. Link, seconded by Mr. Kirsop and carried to amend the agenda to consider items VI, VII and VIII prior to V B. VI. SIGNS Readerboard - Kaseeno Tav Mr. Crutchfield read Staff Report and explained proposed readerboard sign. EpCiFt3lT Planning Commissio( Minutes Page 3 25 March 1976 Mr: Link asked if any residences would be affected by the height of the sign. Mr. Crutchfield explained the residential area to the south is on a bluff which is above the height of the proposed sign. - Mr. Kirsop asked what other uses along Interurban Avenue have readerboards in existence. Mr. Crutchfield noted the Riverside Inn and the Hazelnut Restaurant both have readerboards but both were in existence prior to the effective date of the Sign Code. Mr. Tony Zuanich, proprieter, indicated the readerboard will be used to advertise special events and services available, i.e., pool tournaments, poker tournaments, pizza, spaghetti, etc. Commissioners discussed the effect of the height and setback as they related to the speed and volume of traffic on Interurban Avenue. Considerable discussion ensued regarding the ability of drivers to read 5 lines of advertising 35 feet high while travelling at 40 mph. Mr. Bowen noted that if the readerboard was not approved, it would not affect the allowable area of the proposed sign. Mr. Crutchfield noted that readerboards are not an uncommon appurtenance to this type of use. Considerable discussion ensued regarding the number of safely readable lines of advertising. Motion by Mr. Kirsop and seconded by Mr. Bowen to approve the readerboard with the limitation of three (3) lines of changeable copy and that such copy be limited to advertisement of on- premise activities or services. Motion failed by vote of 2 Ayes and 3 Nays. Chairman Mettler stated this matter must receive some decision at this meeting. Motion by Mr. Link to approve the readerboard with the restriction that the changeable copy be limited to the advertisement of on- premise activities or services. Motion failed for lack of a second. Motion by Mr. Bohrer and seconded by Mr. West to deny the use of a readerboard. Motion carried with Mr. Link voting NO. VII. BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW Site Plan - West Coast Machine Tools (Addition) Mr. Crutchfield read the Staff Report and explained the nature of the proposed_. addition noting the past policy regarding parking requirements would indicate a need for 17 spaces while 14 are provided. Further noted that 2 of the proposed spaces are currently occupied by unsightly outdoor storage. STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF KING ,Q .x'Imm C.n np&gna being first duly sworn on oath, deposes and says that...th�is the ..Ghi.ef...cle.Tk of THE RENTON RECORD - CHRONICLE, a newspaper published four (4) times a week. 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Form No. 87 Planning Commission Page 2 Minutes 25 March 1976 VI. SIGNS V. NEW BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING - Amendment to Section 18.34.170 (TMC) Mr. Crutchfield explained the Doubletree Inn has requested an amendment to the CPR zone height restriction to delete the restriction on the number of floors to allow the construction of a hotel within the overall height limit but exceeding the maximum number of floors indicated in the current restriction. Chairman Mettler opened the Public Hearing at 8:15 P.M. and asked for comments from proponents or opponents. Mr. Timothy Dubois, manager of Doubletree Inn, stated the proposed building would conform to the current seventy -five foot height restriction but in terms of economics they need eight (8) floors of guest rooms to offset the costs of construction adequately. Stated they felt the proposed amendment presents no potential detriment to the public or the environment since the current restric- tion of 75 feet will be complied with and the number of floors within the building will be unknown to the general public and represent no effect. Mr. Crutchfield read the Staff Report explaining all relevant findings, conclu- sions and the Staff recommendation to approve the proposed amendment. Also read letter from Marvin Boys, Vice - President of Southcenter Shopping Center Corporation, stating their agreement with the proposed amendment so long as adequate parking is provided within the Doubletree Inn's leased property. Mr. Crutchfield noted that adequate parking, as determined by the Board of Adjustment through a variance procedure, will be provided within the property confines of the Doubletree Inn. There being no further audience comments, Chairman Mettler closed the Public Hearing at 8:20 P.M. Mr. Stoknes noted that the CPR zone allows hotels and offices yet currently restricts them to six stories. Noted the effective restriction is the overall height of 75 feet and that the limit as to the number of stories within a 75 foot high building seriously inhibits flexibility in design of allowed uses -- and in cases such as this would even discourage new development. Motion by Mr. Kirsop, seconded by Mr. West and carried to recommend the City Council amend Section 18.34.170 to read "In a CPR district, the height shall not exceed seventy five feet." on the basis that deletion of the restriction on the number of floors will promote flexibility in design while ensuring the maintenance of the bulk height restriction. Motion by Mr. Link, seconded by Mr. Kirsop and carried to amend the agenda to consider items VI, VII and VIII prior to V B. Readerboard - Kaseeno Tav Mr. Crutchfield read Staff Report and explained proposed readerboard sign. Planning Commission Page 3 Minutes 25 March 1976 Mr. Link asked if any residences would be affected by the height of the sign. Mr. Crutchfield explained the residential area to the south is on a bluff which is above the height of the proposed sign. Mr. Kirsop asked what other uses along Interurban Avenue have readerboards in existence. Mr. Crutchfield noted the Riverside Inn and the Hazelnut Restaurant both have readerboards but both were in existence prior to the effective date of the Sign Code. Mr. Tony Zuanich, proprieter, indicated the readerboard will be used to advertise special events and services available, i.e., pool tournaments, poker tournaments, pizza, spaghetti, etc. Commissioners discussed the effect of the height and setback as they related to the speed and volume of traffic on Interurban Avenue. Considerable discussion ensued regarding the ability of drivers to read 5 lines of advertising 35 feet high while travelling at 40 mph. Mr. Bowen noted that if the readerboard was not approved, it would not affect the allowable area of the proposed sign. Mr. Crutchfield noted that readerboards are not an uncommon appurtenance to this type of use. Considerable discussion ensued regarding the number of safely readable lines of advertising. Motion by Mr. Kirsop and seconded by Mr. Bowen to approve the readerboard with the limitation of three (3) lines of changeable copy and that such copy be limited to advertisement of on- premise activities or services. Motion failed by vote of,-.2 Ayes and 3 Nays. Chairman Mettler stated this matter must receive some decision at this meeting. Motion by Mr. Link to approve the readerboard with the restriction that the changeable copy be limited to the advertisement of on- premise activities or services. Motion failed for lack of a second. Motion by Mr. Bohrer and seconded by Mr..West to deny the use of a readerboard. Motion carried with Mr. Link voting NO. VII. BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW Site Plan - West Coast Machine Tools (Addition) Mr. Crutchfield read the Staff Report and explained the nature of the proposed addition noting the past policy regarding parking requirements would indicate a need for 17 spaces while 14 are provided. Further noted that 2 of the proposed spaces are currently occupied by unsightly outdoor storage. CITY OF TUKWILA PLANNING DEPARTMENT PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT 25 March 1976 8:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM VI A : Readerboard - Kaseeno Tav The two -story building located approximately 100 feet north of the Hazelnut Restaurant, once occupied by Valley T.B.A., has recently been remodeled to function as a combination tavern, pizza parlor and cardroom. The proprietor has submitted plans for a freestanding, double -face internally illuminated sign with a readerboard panel. Section 19.32.140 (B) states in part... The freestanding sign shall contain no advertising copy, but be limited to name of company or activity being identified, and trademark or logo, except where an approved readerboard is being used." The Planning. Commission has therefore been presented the request for the proposed readerboard sign. The proposed sign conforms, in all respect except the readerboard, to the Sign Code. The intent of Section 19.32.140 (B), as quoted above, is to minimize the printed copy of a sign and to note that readerboards are an exception to the rule and should be treated as an exception rather than an allowance. In consideration of the readerboard being an exception to the rule, a need should be demonstrated prior to its allowance. Consideration should also be given to the effect of a proliferation of readerboard signs along Interurban Avenue as it relates to clutter -- the reduction of which is a stated purpose of the Sign Code. In essence, approval of this readerboard sign without - appropriate justification will set a precedence for more of the same along Interurban Avenue. Staff recommends the Commission carefully consider the visual impact of reader - boards and determine if they are necessary and desired in this area. Should the Commission approve the sign, consideration should be given to reduction of the number of lines on the readerboard. G (HtBtT ��/�►H Planning Commission Minutes Page 2 25 March 1976 V. NEW BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING - Amendment to Section 18.34.170 (TMC) Mr. Crutchfield explained the Doubletree Inn has requested an amendment to the CPR zone height restriction to delete the restriction on the number of floors to allow the construction of a hotel within the overall height limit but exceeding the maximum number of floors indicated in the current restriction. Chairman Mettler opened the Public Hearing at 8:15 P.M. and asked for comments from proponents or opponents. Mr. Timothy Dubois, manager of Doubletree Inn, stated the proposed building would conform to the current seventy -five foot height restriction but in terms of economics they need eight (8) floors of guest rooms to offset the costs of construction adequately. Stated they felt the proposed amendment presents no potential detriment to the public or the environment since the current restric- tion of 75 feet will be complied with and the number of floors within the building will be unknown to the general public and represent no effect. Mr. Crutchfield read the Staff Report explaining all relevant findings, conclu- sions and the Staff recommendation to approve the proposed amendment. Also read letter from Marvin Boys, Vice- President of Southcenter Shopping Center Corporation, stating their agreement with the proposed amendment so long as adequate parking is provided within the Doubletree Inn's leased property. Mr. Crutchfield noted that adequate parking, as determined by the Board of Adjustment through a variance procedure, will be provided within the property confines of the Doubletree Inn. There being no further audience comments, Chairman Mettler closed the Public Hearing at 8:20 P.M. Mr. Stoknes noted that the CPR zone allows hotels and offices yet currently restricts them to six stories. Noted the effective restriction is the overall height of 75 feet and that the limit as to the number of stories within a 75 foot high building seriously inhibits flexibility in design of allowed uses — and in cases such as this would even discourage new development. Motion by Mr. Kirsop, seconded by Mr. West and carried to recommend the City Council amend Section 18.34.170 to read "In a' CPR district, the height shall not exceed seventy five feet." on the basis that deletion of the restriction on the number of floors will promote flexibility in design while ensuring the maintenance of the bulk height restriction. Motion by Mr. Link, seconded by Mr. Kirsop and carried to amend the agenda to consider items VI, VII and VIII prior to V B. VI. SIGNS Readerboard - Kaseeno Tax, Mr. Crutchfield read Staff Report and explained proposed readerboard sign. EgOt It W` Planning Commission( Minutes Page 3 25 March 1976 Mr. Link asked if any residences would be affected by the height of the sign. Mr. Crutchfield explained the residential area to the south is on a bluff which is above the height of the proposed sign. - Mr. Kirsop asked what other uses along Interurban Avenue have readerboards in existence. Mr. Crutchfield noted the Riverside Inn and the Hazelnut Restaurant both have readerboards but both were in existence prior to the effective date of the Sign Code. Mr. Tony Zuanich, proprieter, indicated the readerboard will be used to advertise special events and services available, i.e., pool tournaments, poker tournaments, pizza, spaghetti, etc. Commissioners discussed the effect of the height and setback as they related to the speed and volume of traffic on Interurban Avenue. Considerable discussion ensued regarding the ability of drivers to read 5 lines of advertising 35 feet high while travelling at 40 mph. Mr. Bowen noted that if the readerboard was not approved, it would not affect the allowable area of the proposed sign. Mr. Crutchfield noted that readerboardsare not an uncommon appurtenance to this type of use. Considerable discussion ensued regarding the number of safely readable lines of advertising. Motion by Mr. Kirsop and seconded by Mr. Bowen to approve the readerboard with the limitation of three (3) lines of changeable copy and that such copy be limited to advertisement of on- premise activities or services. Motion failed by vote of 2 Ayes and 3 Nays. Chairman Mettler stated this matter must receive some decision at this meeting. Motion by Mr. Link to approve the readerboard with the restriction that the changeable copy be limited to the advertisement of on- premise activities or services. Motion failed for lack of a second. Motion by Mr. Bohrer and seconded by Mr. West to deny the use of a readerboard. Motion carried with Mr. Link voting NO. VII. BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW Site Plan - West Coast Machine Tools (Addition) Mr. Crutchfield read the Staff Report and explained the nature of the proposed . addition noting the past policy regarding parking requirements would indicate a need for 17 spaces while 14 are provided. 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