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Board of Architectural Review
Monday November 21, 2011
Present: Edward Jacobson, Chairman,
Donald Meeker
Diane Neff
Ernest Odierna, Liaison
Absent/Excused: Ken Ricci, Ronald Carpaneto, Director of Building.
CALL TO ORDER at 8:04P.M.
The minutes were tabled to the next meeting.
1420 Boston Post Road Summit Physical Therapy Sign Permit
Owner Kieran Traynor appeared and addressed the Board, stating the sign was installed 11 years ago
and he would like to upgrade. He did not realize that internal illumination was an issue.
Mr. Jacobson stated that the entrance is on the other side of the building near the parking lot.
Mr. Traynor stated that 11 years ago the Board stated the sign would be more visible if put at its present
location.
The Board discussed the proposed sign and suggested a perpendicular sign or a blade style sign instead.
Mr. Meeker stated he felt the sign was much too large and that an exterior flag sign seen from both
directions emphasizing the address would be a better choice.
Mr. Jacobson suggested the applicant should look at alternatives and return for review. The sign code
does not permit internally illuminated signs, but if the Board of Architectural Review prefers it the
Chairman can write a letter to the Zoning Board in favor and the applicant can go before the ZBA
requesting a variance.
Mr. Traynor stated he would like a small sign in the parking lot showing the entrance.
Mr. Jacobson stated the sign up so high on the façade looks disconnected, the applicant should think
about trying to work the sign lower. Ray Russo of East Coast Signs discussed the signage and dental
molding bricks that make it difficult to install signage, on the façade.
Mr. Meeker stated a visual device to tie the signage to the building, lowering it would be more cohesive.
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Ms. Neff asked the applicant what do people look for the name “Summit” or physical therapy, Mr.
Traynor responded both.
The font was discussed.
Mr. Jacobson stated that he realizes that the building is difficult and the Board is trying to give ideas to
spark a good solution.
An entrance sign can be lit from below.
The matter was adjourned.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Jacobson asked the members who they think could be a candidate for the fifth member.
Mr. Odierna stated that the Town Board is ready to jump into 2012, bringing the various boards up to
full, staff. In order to do this they have advertised on the web site for candidates.
The Board members stated someone in the design business is required.
Mr. Meeker stated he has a problem with the way things end up looking, after review and approval by
the Board, stating as an example, regarding that the PETCO windows he wanted to be able to look into
the store.
Ms. Neff stated that part of the problem is the application needs to provide more detail.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mr. Meeker, seconded by Ms. Neff the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M.
Minutes prepared by
Francine M. Brill
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