2008-11-18 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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Commission Discussion In response to the Commissioners’ queries, Ms. Newlon clarified that the initial design was to place the signage higher on the wall for better visibility, but the applicant has chosen to lower it, and reduce the letter height as well, to comply with the Sign Code, rather than seek a variance. Action It was moved by Commissioner Ogin, and seconded by Commissioner Herbert, to recommend to the Public Works Director the approval of the sign application as submitted. A roll call vote was taken and motion carried with six ayes (Ogin, Herbert, Au Hoy, Bleck, Coats and Kern) and one absent and excused (Harris-Glade). Commissioner Ross abstained, and was excused, due to a potential conflict of interest. 2.Design review of two proposed signs for Walua Heights LLC. Applicant: Bruce E. Cook, Walua Heights LLC. Land Owner: Bruce E. Cook, Walua Heights LLC. TMK: 7-5-018:089. Located at 75-5925 Walua Road, Kailua-Kona, HI, northwest of the junction of Walua Road and Lunapule Road. Staff Presentation Ms. Newlon noted that the subject property is the same as that of the first agenda item, Hospice of Kona, and described the proposed wall sign and ground sign. She said that they will use the same material and design as the Hospice of Kona sign for their wall sign, and that the yellow color selected for the ground sign lettering will match the existing ground sign on the rock wall on the opposite side of the entryway. She also noted that both signs meet the Sign Code according to the Department of Public Works. Applicant Presentation The applicant, Bruce Cook, was present and available for questions. Public Testimony There was no one from the public wishing to testify on this agenda item. Commission Discussion Query was made about the existing “Aloha Insurance Building” sign on the opposite rock wall, as the letters look to be taller than the allowable height of 9 inches in the photo. Mr. Cook said that his understanding, as the former owner of the property, is that they did secure necessary permits for the sign. No questions were asked about the proposed signs. Action It was moved by Commissioner Ogin, and seconded by Commissioner Coats, to recommend to the Public Works Director the approval of the sign application as submitted. 2