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BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
MINUTES APRIL 15, 2010
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. INK IT UP 2423 BOSTON POST ROAD SIGN PERMIT
3. STOP & SHOP 1326 BOSTON POST ROAD SIGN PERMIT
4. MC’GUIRES SERVICE CORP. 626 FIFTH AVENUE SIGN PERMIT
5. CVS 1326 BOSTON POST ROAD SIGN PERMIT
Roll Call.
Present: Edward Jacobson, Andrew Fredman, Diane Neff, Donald Meeker,
Also Present Ernest Odierna, Liaison).
Absent/Excused: Ken Ricci.
Francine Brill Recording Secretary
3.. Stop & Shop 1326 Boston Post Road Sign Permit
Mr. Jacobson suggested the applicant go to ZBA for illuminated sign variance. The
BAR would like it and would send a letter of support of the Variance.
Brian O’Conner of Frohling Sign Company the applicant’s representative addressed
the Board stated that the applicant would prefer illuminated signs but showed
gooseneck lighting as a fall back plan.
Mr. Fredman stated that he thought the sign would look better with a strip light.
Might be slim chance to go before ZBA but BAR would endorse.
Mr. Odierna questioned if the sign meets the size requirements. Mr. O’Conner
answered yes the new sign is smaller than existing sign at 70 sq. feet.
Mr. Jacobson suggested instead of from above the sign could be lit from below,
hopefully temporary.
Mr. Fredman stated on one side horizontal lighting will look good but not on the other
side.
Mr. O’Conner asked for an approval so they don’t have to come back to the BAR
while going to ZBA for a variance.
Ms. Neff asked how far from the building the lettering would be, Mr. O’Conner
responded 5 inches, and that the applicant would prefer goose neck lights.
Mr. Fredman and Mr. Jacobson stated that they don’t like the goose neck lights but
would approve the color, size and lettering and will write letter saying such to the
ZBA.
The Board suggested that the applicant bring a sample of the Led lighting to ZBA
when going for the variance. This is a greener approach.
Motion: To approve the sign permit for Stop and Shop 1326 Boston post Road,
Action: Approve, Moved by Andrew Fredman, None seconded.
Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 3).
Yes: Andrew Fredman, Diane Neff, Edward Jacobson.
Absent: Donald Meeker, Ken Ricci.
2. INK IT UP 2423 BOSTON POST ROAD SIGN PERMIT
Nickolas Ruggerio the applicant appeared and addressed the Board.
Mr. Fredman stated that the applicant has run rough shod over the regulations for
quite some time and that the Board appreciates that the applicant has finally come in.
This sign has too much information more than the Code allows.
The Board realizes that the applicant wants a presence there and that the building is
difficult and that the applicant is trying to make the area nice, and make his business
stand out.
Mr. Ruggerio stated that the awning can be painted to be compliant or replace the
cover if necessary.
Motion: To approve the Ink it up awning as is, with name and address nothing else
all lettering must be code compliant Section 175.7,
Action: Approve, Moved by Diane Neff, Seconded by Andrew Fredman.
Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 3).
Yes: Andrew Fredman, Diane Neff, Edward Jacobson.
Absent: Donald Meeker, Ken Ricci.
4. MC’GUIRES SERVICE CORP. 626 FIFTH AVENUE SIGN PERMIT
Mike Frederick of Unique Signs representing the applicant addressed the Board.
Mr. Jacobson questioned why such a large sign, Mr. Frederick responded that they
were just coping the old sign in size.
Donald Meeker arrived late.
Mr. Fredman questioned the colors and how they will be used, when explained he
stated that the sign is quite large and in your face as presented.
Mr. Jacobson stated that he is not in favor of sign as presented that he feels it should
be more discreet.
Mr. Fredman stated the sign could be reduced, color contrast too much.
Mr. Frederick stated the building will be used for storage and office space.
Ms. Neff stated the sign could be centered over door in order to decrease size and the
colors could be reversed. Darker blue will ivory letters would be fine.
Mr. Jacobson stated a smaller scale sign over the entrance would be preferred.
The matter was adjourned to May20, 2010.
5. CVS 1326 BOSTON POST ROAD SIGN PERMIT
No one appeared to present the application.
Mr. Carpaneto, 5 signs all illegal.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Fredman questioned Green cleaners on Boson Post Road but it is not in the
Town.
Mr. Meeker stated that a truck with flat tire has been parked in Trader Joes lot for
quite some time.
Mr. Odierna stated cleaners in Ferndale said that he could park any where in the
Ferndale lot as it is private property, maybe the Town needs a law.
Nordone and Sons was discussed Mr. Jacobson will write a letter to the Planning
Board regarding their issues as the Planning Board will be reviewing a renewal of the
Special Permit in May.
Motion:to adjourn the Meeting, Action: Adjourn, Moved by Andrew Fredman,
Seconded by Donald Meeker.
Vote: Motion passed (summary: Yes - 4, No -0, Abstain -1).
Yes: Andrew Fredman, Diane Neff, Donald Meeker, Edward Jacobson.
Abstain: Ken Ricci.
Minutes prepared by
Francine M. Brill
Board of Architectural Review Secretary