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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20070515 KVDC Minutes MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE KAILUA VILLAGE DESIGN COMMISSION MEETING DATE: May 15, 2007 TIME: 4:57 p.m. PLACE: The Mayor’s Office Conference Room, Suite 103, Hanama Place Office Building in Kailua Village ROLL CALL 1. Members Present: Theresa Andreae, Fanny Collins Au Hoy, Stephen Herbert and Sally Marone 2. Others Present: Applicant – Everett Maynard 3. Public: None 4. Staff Present: Deanne Bugado, Rosalind Newlon and Noriko Sauer UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Design review of Sign Permit for Tour Guide, LLC. Applicant: Everett Maynard for Tour Guide, LLC. Land owner: Olu Kai Ltd. TMK: 7-5-009:017. Located at 75-5828-A Kahakai Road (across from Huggo’s Restaurant), Kailua-Kona, HI. Staff Presentation Ms. Newlon oriented the Commissioners of the subject and surrounding properties on a location map, and said that the parcel is designated Urban for State Land Use and zoned Resort District (V-.75) for County Zoning. She added that although the parcel is in the Special Management Area, due to its valuation of $248 and no significant impacts anticipated, there is no requirement for an SMA assessment. Ms. Newlon briefed the Commissioners on the proposed 2’ x 5’ sign to be placed on a kiosk building located across from Huggo’s Restaurant, pointing to a photo of the building with the applicant’s temporary banner sign. She stated that the square footage of the sign (10 square feet) and the maximum letter height (7-3/4 inches) are in compliance with the Sign Code for the Kailua Village Special District. She stated that the sign will be laser printed onto poster paper, laminated between sheets of plastic, then attached to wood and secured to the exterior of the building. She also mentioned that only one sign is being proposed. Ms. Newlon said that the colors chosen (bright red and blue) are not consistent with the color palette recommended for use within the Kailua Village Special District, however, according to the applicant, they represent a professional appearance and provide enough contrast to the tan exterior of the building for better visibility. She added that no lighting is proposed. 1 Ms. Newlon recited some of the signage criteria of the Master Plan for Kailua-Kona, and pointed out that the proposed sign appears to be within the height limit of 9 feet above grade, and has 2 type faces which satisfies the lettering recommendation specified in the Master Plan. Ms. Newlon added that she was still waiting for comments from the Department of Public Works, specifically about compliance of the handheld device artwork on the sign. Applicant Presentation Mr. Maynard did not give a presentation; he was available for questions from the Commissioners. Public Testimony There was no testimony from the general public. Commission Discussion The Commissioners asked whether there are any regulations on having a telephone number on a sign, and whether the picture of the hand displaying the tour guide instrument is considered a logo. Ms. Newlon said she will confirm with the Department of Public Works. In response to the Commissioners’ inquiry, Ms. Newlon said that the proposed sign will face Kahakai Street, although it will also be visible from pedestrians walking down Alii Drive toward Kahakai Street. Mr. Maynard stated his understanding is that he could have three signs, and asked whether he could add one more to his application at this point. Ms. Newlon advised Mr. Maynard to check with the Department of Public Works. In response to the Commissioners’ query, Mr. Maynard confirmed that the sign has 2 lettering type faces, including the font for the telephone number. In response to the Commissioners’ inquiry, Mr. Maynard stated that the size and the design of the existing temporary banner are the same as those of the proposed sign. The Commissioners expressed their disapproval toward banner-type signs in general, and suggested beige for the background color rather than the proposed bright white which is making the sign look more like a banner. Mr. Maynard responded that he is willing to change the color, if he can have two signs. Later Mr. Maynard clarified that one sign is already made as proposed, so he meant he can make the second sign with beige backing. The Commissioners concluded it should still be part of their recommendation that the background color be modified, and selected a color from the Benjamin Moore Historical Color samples. The Commissioners also remarked that their recommendation is based on one sign only. In response to the Commissioners’ comment that the design doesn’t compliment the building, Mr. Maynard suggested a frame around the sign. After a discussion, Mr. Maynard agreed to the Commissioners’ recommendation that the frame should have a 2 beveled edge and the color should match the blue shade of the fascia. The Commissioners asked about the width of the frame, and Mr. Maynard said that the material he is thinking about is 2-1/2 inches wide, which is typically used to trim a door. Action It was moved by Commissioner Andreae and seconded by Commissioner Herbert to recommend to the Public Works Director the approval of the proposed sign, with the following conditions: (1) Their recommendation is subject to approval by Department of Public Works Building Division for the handheld device and phone number on the sign. (2) A wooden frame that matches the color of the fascia board and has a beveled edge shall be added. (3) The background color of the sign shall be modified to compliment the tan color of the kiosk by using a beige color similar to Edgecomb Grey by Benjamin Moore. A roll call vote was taken and motion carried with three ayes. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS 1. Minutes of the Meeting of April 24, 2007 It was moved by Commissioner Au Hoy and seconded by Commissioner Andreae that the minutes be approved as distributed. The motion was unanimously carried by a voice vote of all Commissioners in attendance. 2. Correspondence & Reports None. ANNOUNCEMENT None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at 5:33 p.m., it was moved by Commissioner Herbert and seconded by Commissioner Au Hoy that the meeting be adjourned. Motion was unanimously carried by a voice vote of all Commissioners in attendance. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________________________ SALLY MARONE, CHAIRPERSON 3