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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993_11_18 Board of Architectural Review Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL BOARD OF REVIEW OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK NOVEMBER 18, 1993, IN THE SENIOR CENTER, TOWN CENTER 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD MAMARONECK, NEW YORK Present: E. Robert Wassman, Chairman Ralph Heisel Robert Inmierman Joan Williams Absent: James Fleming Pamela Washington Also present: Michelle Bonsteel, Assistant Building Inspector CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wassman at 8:03 PM. CVS PHARMACY - 1310 Boston Post Road - Block 410 Lot 463 - Signs. Appearing was David Dillon representing Mandeville Signs. This matter had been put over from November. The Board members stated that they recognized the applicant's right to install the proposed hanging sign which would be perpendicular to the building and under the overhang. However, they did not agree to such a sign and suggested that the applicant inquire of the landlord concerning sign standards for the shopping center. On motion of Mr. Wassman, seconded by Mrs. Williams, by a vote of 3-0-1, Mr. Inunerman abstaining, that part of the sign application relating to the hanging sign was tabled. On motion of Mr. Wassman, seconded by Mr. Heisel, the facade sign was unanimously approved with the following specifications. The "CVS" letters shall be 24 inches high, and the "PHARMACY" letters shall be 12" to 18". The illumination level shall be 20 foot-candles measured at a distance of 25 feet at right angles frau the face of the sign. The letters shall be red with white returns, not anodized metal returns. METROPOLIS WESTCHEST1R LANES, INC. (Athletic X-Press Outlet) 2444 Boston Post Road - Block 503 Lot 137 - Sign. Andrew Fredman, architect, appeared. This application is for a sneaker and athletic wear store with a different name from the applicant of the previous month. The sign will have 18" letters for all letters save the "X" which shall be 24" high. On motion of Mr. Heisel, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board voted unanimously to approve the sign application for Athletic X-Press as submitted in drawing # 6424 revised October 27, 1993. Board of Architectural Review November 18, 1993 -2- On motion of Mr. Wassman, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board voted unanimously to approve the two dumpster enclosures which shall be made of black chain-link fencing with a lining of red canvas. DINO OIL INC. - 2517 Boston Post Road - Block 504 Lot 101 - Sign and Color of Office Structure. Appearing were Joe Casese and Charles Barbato of Dino Oil. Mr. Wassman stated that the canopy sign facing Dillon Road could not be voted on by the BAR as it faces a residential area. This sign would require re a variance from the Zoning Board. Mr. Casese stated that the canopy will remain the same with a vinyl overlay. It will be solid black facing the houses and the apartment house, and the sides of the canopy facing North and East will have Texaco lettering and a Texaco logo on a black background. On motion of Mr. Immerman, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the canopy sign was unanimously approved as proposed, on two sides, facing New Rochelle and the Post Road, in the proposed Texaco colors Mr. Casese stated that the columns of the canopy and the office structure would be painted a light gray and that the lessee would follow the Town Code concerning signage in the windows. On motion of Mr. Heisel, seconded by Mr. Wassman, the proposal to paint the canopy columns and office structure dove gray was unanimously approved. Mr. Casese stated that Mr. DiBartolo, Dino's landscape architect, had submitted a landscaping plan including a pin oak and arbor vitae to the Town. It had been accepted, and Mr. Wassman requested copies of the final plan for the Board members. DOCS OFFICE - 1380 Boston Post Road - Block 409 Lot 194 - Signs. A representative of the owner of the business, Dr. Jeffrey Weisberg, stated that Dr. Weisberg had agreed to erect a monument sign at the exit of the building rather than constructing two pole signs. The proposed monument sign was found to be too busy, gaudy and overpowering; and the applicant's representative was reminded that small lettering would be difficult to read from cars going by at 45 miles an hour. On motion of Mr. Wassman, seconded by Mrs. Williams the Board unanimously approved the monument sign with an opaque, gun-metal gray background with only the letters illuminated. The base shall be the same size in length and width as the rest of the sign with a 3/4 inch reveal (notch) . 41;) Board of Architectural Review November 18, 1993 -3- "Comprehensive Health Care" shall be two-inch, white letters; "DOCS" shall be fifteen-inch, red letters with blue dots; "Physicians affiliated with" shall be one and one-half-inch, white letters; and "Beth Israel Health Care System" s.iall be three-inch, white letters. Both the bottom line of lettering and the bars shown on the drawing shall be eliminated. The entire sign shall be 44 inches high by 98 inches, and the base shall be 24 inches by 98 inches with a 3/4 inch reveal. Evergreens shall be planted around the entire base of the monument sign. There was considerable discussion of and changes made to the sign for the facade of the building. On motion of Mr. Heisel, seconded by Mr. Immerman, the facade sign for DOCS was approved as follows. The light box shall extend across two windows and one brick pier, approximately 20 feet, with the center line at the center of the brick pier. The box shall be 6 inches deep and 3 feet high, and the background of the sign shall be made of an opaque, gunmetal gray material. Only letters shall be illuminated. "DOCS" shall be 24-inch, red letters with blue dots; "Physicians affiliated with" and "Beth Israel Health Care System" shall be in white letters in proportion with the scale of the drawing submitted. The lights shall conform with the brightness level of the Town Code. On motion of Mr. Wassman, seconded by Mr. Heisel, the Board unanimously approved the changed color of the building, Navajo White, and requested the submission of a revised site plan which shall include a landscape plan. EDWARDS SUPER STORE - 1330 Boston Post Road - Block 410 Lot 463 - Signs. Owen Tegan, sign consultant, appeared on behalf of First National Stores and explained the application. On motion of Mr. Wassman, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board unanimously approved the Edwards' facade signs as follows. Green, individually-lit, channel letters with white returns shall be installed on the marquees which shall have a smooth surface. The brightness of the lit letters shall not exceed twenty foot candles at twenty-five feet. Facing Weaver Street, the sign shall read "Edwards Super Food Store", and facing the Post Road, it shall read "Edwards". CARLTON HOUSE - 35 North Chatsworth Avenue - Block 134 - Canopy Daniel Burke of The Awning Man, Inc. presented the proposed plan for a new canopy at the main entrance of the apartment house consisting of steel, bow-shaped, trim sets and steel framing supported by bran covered steel posts and covered with a green vinyl fabric, a sample of which he submitted. John DeRosa, Managing Agent, stated that the canopy was needed to replace the previous canopy which had collapsed last winter due to heavy snow load. Lettering was also shown but not discussed. Mr. Heisel commented extensively on the overall design and suggested several changes in shape and connection to the building which he felt would be architecturally more compatible with the design and color tones of the building. He specifically opposed the forest-green, colored vinyl fabric. From his personal observation of the site on a regular basis, Mr. Heisel stated that the intended design and color were incompatible with Board of Architectural Review November 18, 1993 -4- good design. Mrs. Bonsteel circulated various samples of colored vinyl, some of which appeared to suit the tan tones suggested by Mr. Heisel. Mr. Burke stated it was the owners' intention to construct a green canopy to match the verde antique marble of the lobby. Mr. Cohen, Vice President of the Carlton House Association Board, stated that a green canopy had been approved by the Building Department, had been erected previously and was, therefore, grandfathered, in his opinion. He stated that, if necessary, the owners would construct a similar canopy as a matter of right. William Widulski, PE, stated that the new design would be sealed. Mrs. Williams stated that she would have to leave in order to take medication but spoke in favor of the proposed color. Mr. Wassman suggested that the application be held over for further discussion at the next meeting. He stated that the applicant could consider the points raised regarding the color and shape and could return without prejudice. Mr. Cohen stated that they wanted a decision that night as the residents wanted the canopy completed before winter for their comfort and protection and declined the Chairman's offer. Mrs. Williams was excused, and the discussion continued. When questioned about the other color samples, Mr. Burke stated that only the forest-green sample came with an eight-year warranty which was required by the apartment board. Mr. Heisel announced that he, too, had to leave, and a vote was called on the color. On motion of Mr. 'merman, seconded by Mr. Wassman, the Board voted 2 - 1, Mr. Heisel opposed, in favor of the green color for the canopy. The application was denied since a unanimous vote was necessary when only three members were present and by reason of poor quality of exterior design, visual discord, including color, in relation to the site. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 12:10 AM. /3p)nuite.41e.,/ eZ Bonnie M. Burdick