2008-10-14 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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With regard to the color of the building, Mr. Riehm clarified that the actual color looks more like taupe than the color copy provided to the Commission, and added that the paint contains chemicals to reduce the temperature up to 20 degrees. In response to Commissioner Harris-Glade’s observation, Mr. Riehm said that even though the roof is sloping to north, which is not the best orientation for photovoltaic, the slope is only 1 to 12 and it may not be an issue. He added that they might have to make changes to the design elements to meet their budget in which case it would be in their best interest to consult with the Planning Department. The Commissioners commended the owner and the applicant for the direction they are going in the area of sustainability. In response to Commissioner Herbert’s question about the location of their air- conditioning unit, Mr. Riehm replied that condensing units would be set on the ground, hidden by landscaping, and the air handlers would be within the building. He added that they plan to use huge industrial fans in the service area. Action It was moved by Commissioner Harris-Glade, and seconded by Commissioner Ross, to recommend to the Planning Director the approval of the proposed project, with the following recommendation: The applicant shall consult with an archaeologist and implement appropriate preservation plans for the archaeological feature(s) on the subject property, including placing an interpretive sign at the site. A roll call vote was taken and motion carried with six ayes (Harris-Glade, Ross, Au Hoy, Coats, Herbert and Kern) and two absent and excused (Bleck and Ogin). ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS Minutes of the Meeting of September 23, 2008 – It was moved by Commissioner Coats, and seconded by Commissioner Kern, that the minutes be approved as circulated. The motion was unanimously carried by a voice vote of all Commissioners in attendance. ANNOUNCEMENT Kailua Village Business Improvement District (KVBID) – Ms. Newlon reported that the staff consulted with Ms. Amy Self, Deputy Corporation Counsel, about the Commission’s powers and duties, and it was clarified that the Commission is responsible to review plans for improvements within the Kailua Village Special District only when there is a requirement for making recommendations to the Planning Director or the Public Works Director; as such, projects that do not require review or approval by the Planning Director or the Public Works Director are not subject to the Commission review. With regard to the proposed holiday banners, she informed the Commission that the KVBID has to have an agreement made up, which would allow the Department of Public Works Traffic Division to take down the banners from light poles if deemed necessary, and that no permit or variance is required for the banners since they would be 3