2010-01-26 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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color would match the existing metal roll-up doors, and that one of the French doors would be used for the main entrance, which currently has a metal roll-up door. The applicant, Peter Piper, was present, and addressed the concern about the look of the proposed doors, saying that the existing design feature above the doors, as well as the wooden frames, would remain, and that the louver-like paintwork would also soften the metal look. He noted that the dining patio is about two feet higher than the road, and also with the approved 42-inch high railing around the patio, the roll-up doors would not be totally visible; however, he agreed to the Commissioners’ suggestion that some potted plants would improve the appearance. In response to Mr. Piper’s question, Ms. Newlon said that no SMA Use Permit is necessary for the replacement of the doors. It was moved by Commissioner Herbert, and seconded by Commissioner Bleck, to recommend to the Planning Director the approval of the proposed project as submitted. A roll call vote was taken and the motion carried with four ayes (Herbert, Bleck, Ross and Saito) and three absent and excused (Au Hoy, Harris-Glade and Kern). Commissioner Ogin abstained due to his involvement as the property manager. 2.Design review of a proposed redesign of a roof of a restaurant as part of a previously approved commercial development including restaurant and retail establishments. Applicant: Relo Development. Land Owner: Prime A. Investments, LLC. TMK: 7-5- 004:031. Located along the south side of Henry Street at the intersection with Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i. Ms. Newlon oriented the Commissioners regarding the subject and surrounding properties on the location map, and described the proposed project with some background information. She said that the applicant is requesting the Commission’s favorable recommendation on the modified roof design for Building C, which would replace a large portion of the previously approved mansard style room with a parapet style roof. She noted that the parapet style roof is not recommended according to the architectural guidelines of the Master Plan for Kailua-Kona because of its flat appearance. In response to Commissioner Herbert’s question, she said that the modification was made for economic reasons. The applicant’s representatives, Jim Perry, Terry Dunlap and John McCauley, were present. Mr. Dunlap pointed out that the high retaining wall on the east side would conceal most of the flat surface, and that the new design would make the elevation of the tenant’s sign in compliance. Chair Coats and Commissioners Saito and Herbert spoke in support of the new design, saying that it breaks up the original wrap-around metal roof design. Commissioner Bleck felt that the original design is more interesting, but agreed that the new design provides a better location for the tenant’s signage. 2