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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007_02_15 Board of Architectural Review Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK February 15, 2007, IN THE SENIOR CENTER, TOWN CENTER 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK Present: Edward Z. Jacobson, Chairman Andrew D. Fredman Tony Spagnola Also Present: Ronald A. Carpaneto, Director of Building Nancy Seligson, Liaison Absent: Doris Erdman CALL TO ORDER Chairman Jacobson called the meeting to order at 8:00 PM. Chairman Jacobson explained that only three members were present and that the applicant’s would need an unanimous vote by the Board to approve an application. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of May 18, 2006 were approved. The minutes of December 14, 2007 were not discussed. Chairman Jacobson read the applications as follows: 172 Myrtle Blvd., Roof and Façade No one from White Management appeared the matter was adjourned to the next meeting. March 15, 2007. Broadway Beat Frederick from Sans signs appeared and addressed the Board. 15, 2007. The Board felt that the proposed sign was not in keeping with the signs already in the shopping center, and that the red and white as proposed was not a good choice. The Board also felt that the white lettering on a brown background would be a better choice. The Board also felt that the sign should be constructed of pin mounted letters, and that the sign should be centered between the brick piers as close to center as possible. The Board discussed this application and approved the application as follows: 1) The letter size as submitted is approved. 2) The lettering should be white pin mounted letters on the existing brown background. 3) The logo is approved as submitted using no red coloring. 4) The sign shall be placed as close to center as possible. The GAP Jeff Jacobs design consultant for the Gap approached the Board and explained the application. After some discussion the Board had the following comments and concerns: 1) The awning should be added over the storage area as well. 2) What color was the film that covered the glass for the storage area? 3) The edge of the sign for Baby Gap should be black and not white. 4) Are all the panels the same color? 5) What is the placement of the interior Maternity sign that can be seen from the exterior? The Board also voiced their concern with the existing landscaping due to the fact that the trees would need to be cut in order to facilitate the installation of the awnings. The Board also felt the island in the rear also needs some attention in respect to landscaping. The Board felt that the Gap should return next month with a landscaping plan that encompasses that entire property. The Board discussed the application and approved the application as follows: 1) All portal doors are to be the same color. 2) Both panels of glass on the north east corner shall be treated the same way. 3) All panels on the building will be the same color. 4) The maternity sign will be set back from the glass more than 6 inches. 5) The Gap must return with a landscape plan for the Board to review. 6) The Certificate of Occupancy will be issued pending the approved landscape plan. Chase Bank Domenick Palarillo approached the Board and explained the application. After some discussion the Board had the following comments and concerns. The Board does not support the need for a third sign and would notify the Zoning Board of Appeals of such if the applicant made an application for a variance. The Board felt that the entire façade needed to be repaired due to the fact that it was worn and tired. The Board also felt that the signage for the ATM was not a good choice and that the directional signs need to be rethought. The Board also questioned how the lighting for the main signs was fastened to the façade. Chase reduced the lettering from 30 inches to 24 inches; this will help in the placement and centering of the signs. The Board approved the application as follows; 1) The two façade signs are approved as submitted. 2) The façade shall be repaired and refurbished around the entire building. 3) A cut sheet for the lighting of the main signs is to be sent to the Building Department. It will be forwarded to the members for approval. The balance of the application is to be held over for future meetings. The applicant is to submit new drawings. NEW BUSINESS No new business. NEXT MEETING The next meeting of the Board of Architectural Review will be held on March 15, 2007 ADJOURNMENT Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was unanimously adjourned. ______________________________ Patricia Samela, Recording Secretary Anyone interested in reviewing the audiotape of the February 15, 2007 meeting of the Board of Architectural Review may do so in the Town of Mamaroneck Building Department.