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AGENDA
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
Tuesday, June 26,2012
6:00 P.M.
Council Chambers -Maplewood City Hall
1830 County Road B East
1.Call to Order
2.Roll Call
3.Approval of Agenda
4.Approval ofMinutes:
a.April 24, 2012
b.May 22, 2012
5. Unfinished Business:
a.3M Comprehensive Sign Plan Amendment, 3M Center
6.Design Review:
b.HealthEast Spine Clinic Signage Proposal and Birch Run Station Sign Plan
Amendment, Beam Avenue and Southlawn Drive
7.Visitor Presentations:
8.Board Presentations:
9.Staff Presentations:
10.Adjourn
MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
1830 COUNTY ROAD B EAST, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA
TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012
1.CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Ledvinacalled the meeting to order at6:00p.m.
2.ROLL CALL
Absent
Boardmember, Jawaid Ahmed
Absent
Boardmember,Jason Lamers
Chairperson,Matt LedvinaPresent
Boardmember,Ananth ShankarPresent
Vice Chairperson,Matt WisePresent
Staff Present:
Michael Martin, Planner
3.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Planner, Michael Martin recommending tablingtheMarch 27, 2012, CDRB minutes due to some
of the boardmembers being absent.
BoardmemberShankarmoved to approve the agenda as amended.
BoardmemberWisesecondedthe motion.Ayes -All
The motion passed.
4.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
BoardmemberLamersmoved to approve the February 28, 2012,CDRB minutes as submitted.
Chairperson Ledvinasecondedthe motion.Ayes –All
The motion passed.
Due to lack of members to vote on the March27, 2012, minutes the CDRB minutes were tabled.
5.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a.Saint Paul Hmong Alliance Church, Design Plan Review, 1770 McMenemy Street
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.
ii.Mr. PuneexVedi, President, Vedi Associates, Architects & Engineers,addressed the
board and spoke on behalf of the applicant.
Boardmember Shankar moved to approve the design plans date-stamped April 10, 2012, for the
parking lot expansion, new driveway and building additions at the St. Paul Hmong Alliance
Church, 1770 McMenemy Street. The property owner shall meet the following conditions:
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1.Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a permit for this expansion.
2.Before getting a grading and building permit, the applicant shall provide staff with:
a.A revised site and landscape plan that shows the following:
(1)The applicant shall submit a revised landscape plan that lists the plantings proposed
in the basins. The plan should specify the number, species, and size of plantings.
(2)Location of the underground irrigation system as required by code.
(3)Samples of colors to be used on building.
3.Comply with all conditions of approval from the December 12, 2011, city council meeting.
Seconded by Boardmember Wise.Ayes –All
The motion passed.
6.DESIGN REVIEW
a.Holiday Stationstore –Sign Setback Variances, 280 McKnight Road South
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.
ii.Mr. Michael Cronin, representing the Holiday Stationstore addressed and answered
questions of the board.
Boardmember Wise moved to approvethe resolution approving the following sign-separation
(changes to the motion are underlined and in bold)
variances for 280 McKnight Road South:
Northerly Freestanding Sign
Reduction of the spacing requirement from the Ramsey County Regional Park from 200 to
90 feet (110 foot variance).
Reduction of the spacing requirement from the townhome property to the south from 200
to 180 feet (20 foot variance).
Southerly Freestanding Sign
Reduction of the spacing from the townhome property to the south from 200 to 25 feet
(175 foot variance).
Reduction of the side yard spacing requirement from 100 feet to 25 feet (75 foot variance).
Approval of these variances is based on the following findings:
1.Because of the right-angle orientation of the two signs, along with the wooded nature of the
nearby regional park, the proposed sign panels would be in harmony with the general
purposes and intent of the ordinance. This orientation would prevent them from being seen at
the same time and becoming potentially distractingto drivers as could same-orientation signs.
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2.The proposed dynamic display sign panel on the north pylon sign is set at a right angle to the
wooded open space across Lower Afton Road making it less noticeable from that direction.
3.The two proposed signs would be consistent with the comprehensive plan. They provide
commercial-development elements that would be compatible with this commercial site and
conform to the goals of the comprehensive plan.
4.There are practical difficulties in complying with the spacing requirements of the ordinance.
According to statute, practical difficulties mean tha the applicant would use the property in a
“reasonable manner” not permitted by the ordinance. In this case, it seems reasonable to
staff to allow both signs, because:
The evergreens on the south side of the property would buffer the proposed sign from the
nearby neighbors.
The two proposed Holiday dynamic display signs would be set at right angles to each
other preventing the appearance of “sign proliferation,”“sign clutter” or adding to “sign
distraction.”
The abutting part of the Battle Creek Regional Park is a non-active park. The sign would
not be a detraction since this is a wooded area and the only active element is a trail
section within the woods.
The site is extensively developed with a commercial building, fuel islands, fueling center
and lighting. It is also affected by a significant amount of commercial activity.
Considering that, two four by eight foot signs would not be a significant addition ot this
existing commercial site.
Approval is subject to compliance with the following condition:
1.All of the evergreen trees on the south side of the site and south of the southerly pylon sign
shall remain. If these evergreens are removed for any reason, whether by the natural death
of the trees or by their intentional removal, the south-facing dynamic display sign panel shall
There shall be 100 percent opaque screening from the south pylon sign
be removed.
maintained at all times for the residential dwelling windows to the south.
Turn all power off to both signs on McKnight Road and Lower Afton Road outside of
2.
the store’s normal operational hours.
Boardmember Shankar made afriendly amendment for condition #2 to include both signson
McKnight Road and Lower Afton Road.
Chairperson Ledvina made a friendly amendment to condition #1, adding 100 percent opaque
screening from south pylon sign shall be maintained at all times for the residential dwelling
windows to the south.
Seconded by Boardmember Shankar.Ayes –Boardmember’sShankar &
Wise
Nay–Chairperson Ledvina
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Chairperson Ledvina voted nay because of the impact to the park space and to the residential
properties.
The motion passed.
The public hearing will be heard May 1, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the Planning Commission meeting.
b.Men’s Warehouse, Maplewood Mall Comprehensive Sign Plan, 3001 White Bear Avenue
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.
ii.Mr. Rick Fox, Crosstown Sign, representing Men’s Warehouse addressed and answered
questions of the board.
Boardmember Wisemoved to table the Men’s Warehouse, Maplewood Mall Comprehensive Sign
Plan and request that the owner of Maplewood Mall, Simon Properties come to afuture CDRB
meeting with a comprehensive approach for signage at the mall.
Seconded by Chairperson Ledvina.Ayes –All
The motion to table passed.
3.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
a.3M Monument Sign Presentation, 3M Center
i.Planner, Michael Martinintroduced the 3M Monument Sign item and introduced the
speaker.
ii.Brendan Sapienza, Meyer Scherer and Rockcastle,representing 3M addressed the board
and gave a presentationregarding the 3M monument sign at 3M Center.
The boardmembers offered comments and input to the presenter for the 3M signs.
4.BOARDPRESENTATIONS
None
5.STAFF PRESENTATIONS
a.Election of Officers
Boardmember Shankar moved to nominate Matt Ledvina as Chairperson and Matt Wise as Vice-
Chairperson.
Seconded by Boardmember Wise.Ayes –All
The motion passed.
6.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by Chairperson Ledvinaat7:49p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
1830 COUNTY ROAD B EAST, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA
TUESDAY, MAY22, 2012
1.CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Ledvinacalled the meeting to order at6:00p.m.
2.ROLL CALL
Boardmember, Jawaid AhmedPresent
Boardmember,Jason LamersPresent
Chairperson,Matt LedvinaPresent
Boardmember,Ananth ShankarPresent
Absent
Vice Chairperson,Matt Wise
Staff Present:
Michael Martin, Planner
3.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chairperson Ledvina recommended moving 6 c. Ordinance Amendment Regarding Reinforced
Turf Parking Lots –Section 44-17 to 6 a. and hearing the other two design review items following
thatandapproving the agenda as amended.
Seconded by BoardmemberLamers.Ayes -All
The motion passed.
4.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Boardmember Lamers moved to approve the March 27, 2012, CDRB Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Boardmember Ahmed.Ayes –Chairperson Ledvina,
Boardmember Ahmed,
& Lamers
Abstention –Boardmember Shankar
The motion passed.
The April 24, 2012,CDRB minutes are tabled due to alack of quorum.
5.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a.Men’s Warehouse, Maplewood Mall Comprehensive Sign Plan, 3001 White Bear Avenue
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.
ii.Crosstown Signs, Rick Fox addressed and answered questions of the board.
iii.Maplewood Mall General Manager, Jennifer Lewis addressed and answered
questions of the board.
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table
Boardmember Lamers moved to the Men’s Warehouse, Maplewood Mall Comprehensive
SignPlan, 3001 White Bear Avenue to the CDRB meeting in June and would like more detail and
information regarding the relationship to the existing Maplewood Mall sign, alternative color to the
backing of the sign and the sign approval criteria.
Seconded by Boardmember Shankar.Ayes –All
table
The motion to passed.
6.DESIGN REVIEW
a.Ordinance Amendment Regarding Reinforced Turf Parking Lots –Section 44-17
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.
ii.Vice Presidentof theMaplewood Area Historical Society, Bob Jenson addressed and
answered questions of the board.
Boardmember Shankarmoved to approvethe resolution amending Section 44-17 as it relates to
the permitted surface materials for parking lots.
Seconded by Boardmember Ahmed.Ayes –All
The motion passed.
b.Cottagewood Town House Development, Revised Building Elevations –South of
Highwood Avenue, east of Dennis Street, west of I-494
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.
ii.Fieldstone Family Homes Representative, David May addressed and answered questions
of the board.
Boardmember Lamers moved to approvethe additional building elevations date-stamped April
22, 2011 shown on attachments 4,5, 6, and 7 for the Cottagewood PUD. Thedeveloper is also to
abide by the 2006 CDRB approved site plan, grading and drainage plans and 2011 CDRB
approved building elevations and design plans. This development will be on the south side of
Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the
Highwood Avenue, west of I-494 and east of Dennis Street.Approving
west side of Farrell Street are only tuck under garage lots;Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the west
side of Farrell Street are not allowed to be two stories; No replication of same house
design on two consecutive lots.Alsoapproving the elevation on attachment 8 with the
revised roof layout as described at the CDRB meeting 5-22-2012 to be approved by staff.
(changes to the motion are in bold).
Boardmember Shankar made a friendly amendment to approve elevation on attachment8 with
revised roof layout as described at meeting to be approved by staff.
Seconded by Chairperson Ledvina.Ayes –All
The motion passed.
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c.East Metro Public Safety Training Center, Design Review –MN Highway 120 (Century
Avenue) and MN Highway 5
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.
ii.Maplewood Fire Chief, Steve Lukin addressed and answered questions of the board.
iii.SEH representative, Larry Koch addressed and answered questions of the board.
Boardmember Lamers moved to approvedesign plans date-stamped May 14, 2012, for the East
Metro Public Safety Training Center. This development will be on the west side of MN Highway
120 at its intersection with MN Highway 5. The city bases this approval on the findings required
(changes to the motion are in
by the code. The developer or contractor shall do the following:
bold).
1.Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this project.
2.Complete the following before the city issues a building permit:
a.Comply or continue compliance with all engineering requirements.
b.Submit a certificate of survey for all new construction and have each building staked by a
registered land surveyor.
c.(including the landscape plan for
Submit a landscape plan to the CDRB for approval
the training area and landscape plan for marshlands and trail area).
d.Get the necessary approvals and permits from the watershed district and provide the city
verification that all watershed district provisions are met before the city issues a building or
a grading permit for the site.
e.Submit a site lighting plan for city staff approval. This plan shall show the installation of all
lights and how the lighting on the buildings would add to the site lighting. This plan also
shall show details about the proposed light fixtures to ensure they are a design that hides
the bulb and lens from view to avoid nuisances. This plan shall show the height and style
of all outdoor lights and that the light illumination from outdoor lights does notexceed 0.4
foot candles at all property lines.
f.Have the Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) approve the proposed utility
plans.
g.Submit revised, detailed building plans and elevations for each building type to the CDRB
for approval. These elevations shall show or include (but are not limited to):
(1)The colors of all materials
(2)All elevations of all buildings
(3)Material to be used
(4)The classroom building to be built in phase two shall be brought back to the
CDRBfor approval.
3.Complete the following before occupying each building:
a.Replace property irons that are removed because of this construction.
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b.Restore and sod damaged boulevards and sod all turf areas.
c.Install the required concrete curb and gutter.
d.Install all the required exterior improvements, including all exterior lighting.
e.Show that Ramsey County has recorded the land as a legal parcel.
f.The developer or contractor shall:
(1)Complete all grading for the site drainage,
(2)Place temporary orange safety fencing and signs at the grading limits.
(3)Remove any debris or junk from the site.
4.If any required work is not done, the city may allow temporary occupancy if the city
determines that the work is not essential to the public health, safety or welfare.
5.All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may
approve minor changes.
6.This approval does not include signs. Any signage will be reviewed by city staff through the
sign permit process.
Seconded by Boardmember Shankar.Ayes –All
The motion passed.
7.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
None
8.BOARDPRESENTATIONS
None
9.STAFF PRESENTATIONS
a.Combining PC & CDRB
i.Planner, Michael Martin gave the report and answered questions of the board.A city
council workshop is scheduled June 4, 2012, to discuss this item further.
Chairperson Ledvina said he would represent the CDRB at the June 4, 2012, workshop to share
the board’s comments on combining the PC and CDRB.
10.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by Chairperson Ledvinaat7:51 p.m.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:James Antonen, City Manager
FROM:Michael Martin, AICP,Planner
3M Comprehensive Sign Plan Amendment
SUBJECT:
LOCATION:3M Center
DATE:June 20, 2012
INTRODUCTION
Brendan Sapienza, of Meyer Scherer and Rockcastle and representing 3M, is requesting
approval of a comprehensive sign plan amendment for the 3M Center to replace its main
monument sign.Comprehensive sign plans are required for large campuses consisting of
buildings and land of ten or more acres.
Request
The applicant is proposing to install anew monument sign in the same location as the current
monument sign. The location is south of Building 229, north of Hudson Road and visible from
Interstate 94. See the attached plansfor the proposed monumentsign.
BACKGROUND
Last August, the applicant received approval to install a new monument sign in the same
location as the current monument sign. The location is south of Building 229, north of Hudson
Road and visible from Interstate 94. Since this approval 3M has decided it would like to go in
another direction regarding itssign.
DISCUSSION
In the past, exterior signage at 3M has been approved on a case-by-case basis during the
construction or remodeling of various buildings throughout the campus. Therefore, there are no
specific sign criteria for the exterior signage of 3M; just that each sign getsapproved individually
to ensureconsistencyandcompatibility. The current monument sign is a 12’x12’ cube with the
3M logo on all four sides. The proposed three-sided monument sign would be 25’ tall. Each of
the three sides are11' wide. Each side holds on its upper end a sign face thatis 8'4¾" tall and
11' wide. The base of the monument sign below the sign faces is cladded with metal in white
color.
The sign display is based on the new animated 3M logo, the sign face provides a simple fade
from the 3M logo into the chain reaction graphic. Each side of the monument signalternates the
3M Logo or the chain reaction motif. That means the 3M Logo is displayed on one side, the
chain reaction motif on the second side, and the 3M logo again on the third side. Each motif gets
displayed for a duration of twominutes as a still picture. After that period, a smooth transition
starts, which fades with a duration of 10 seconds the current motif to the other motif, depending
on the initial displayed motif.
A comprehensive sign plan is required for this site. The city’s sign ordinance would allow one
freestanding and one wall sign for each street frontage. The campus has numerous street
frontages. The applicant is not proposing to add any additional signage. The comprehensive
sign plan allows the CDRB to provide the applicant flexibility from code in the location, size and
number of signs. Staff feels that given the type of use, large size of the 3M Center and the need
for clear signage visible from the interstate, the proposed comprehensive sign plan amendment
is acceptable.
Appeals
For reference purposes, the applicant, staff and city council may appeal the CDRB’s decision.
An appeal shall be presented within 15 days of the CDRB decision. If the decision is appealed,
staff will schedule a hearing with the city council.
RECOMMENDATION
Approvetheattached plans for a comprehensive sign planamendment to allow fora new
monument sign at the 3M Center, south of Building 229.The applicant shall comply with the
following conditions:
1.Followthe approved plans. Planning staff may approve minor changes.
2.Obtain asign permit.
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Attachments
1.Applicant’s SignPlans
2.Rendering of Proposed Sign
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3M HQ Transformation:
The Obelisk
Preface
1 Requirements
Seite 3
3M Requirements
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2 Concept
Seite 4
The current Obelisk
The Concept
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Smooth
Fade
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2 Concept
Seite 5
Physical Design
2 Concept
Seite 6
Location and Orientation of the Obelisk
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2 Concept
Seite 7
Dimensions
Side View
Current 3M CubeLayout Obelisk
12‘ x 12‘25‘ x 11‘
3M-Logo Size: 100 %
Active Sign Face LED:
3352mm x 2559mm
3M-Logo Size: 95%
Top View
Monument SignSign Face
- 3 sign faces
Attachment 2
MEMORANDUM
TO:James Antonen, City Manager
FROM:Tom Ekstrand, Senior Planner
Chuck Ahl, Assistant City Manager
HealthEast Spine Clinic Signage Proposal and Birch Run Station Sign Plan
SUBJECT:
Amendment
LOCATION:Beam Avenue and Southlawn Drive
DATE:June 20, 2012
INTRODUCTION
Mr. Dan Regan, of Air Lake Development, is requesting approval of signage for the new
HealthEast Spine Clinic (former Gander Mountain building) at Birch Run Station. The approved
sign plan for Birch Run Station requires that the community design review board (CDRB) review
all sign proposals for the outlot sites.
Mr. Mike Waddick, property manager for Birch Run Station,is requesting approval of sign plan
revisions for the overall shopping center. The specific signage requests are as follows:
HealthEast Spine ClinicProposal
Install a 93-square-foot wall sign on the north elevation.
Install a 93-square-foot wall sign on the south elevation.
Install a 150-square-foot freestanding monument sign along the Beam Avenue frontage.
This sign would identify the HealthEast Spine Clinic at the top of this sign with space for
four additional tenants below.The spaces for the four additional tenant signs may be
used for tenants of Birch Run Station or the new HealthEast building.
Birch Run Station Shopping Center Signage Proposal
Add 525 square feet of sign panels per side (1,050 square feet total) to the existing “V”
shaped pylon sign along Southlawn Drive for additional tenant identification.
Addfour six-square-foot directional signs within the Birch Run Station shopping center.
BACKGROUND
Existing Sign Criteria
On November 8, 1993, the city council adopted the current sign plan criteria for Birch Run
Station.The tall “V” shaped sign on Southlawn Drive was approved at this meeting. This
current signcriteria states the following:
1)Waive the maximum sign area for the existing sign on Beam Avenue and the proposed
“V” shaped sign on Southlawn Drive. This would allow a 420-square-foot monument sign
on Beam Avenue and a 720-square-foot “V” shaped pylon sign on Southlawn Drive. The
maximum allowed sign by code for each sign is 300 square feet.
2)Waive the maximum combined area for the two ground signs on Southlawn Drive and
Beam Avenue. The combined area of these two signs would be 1,140 square feet or
690 square feet over the code limit.
3)Waive the maximum height to allow a 70-foot-tall sign on Southlawn Drive. The
maximum height allowed by the code is 25 feet.
4)Change the Birch Run Station sign plan as follows:
a.Signage for the outlots shall be subject to CDRB approval upon submittal of those
individual sign proposals.
b.The shopping center identification clock tower is not approved. Plans shall be submitted
to the CDRB for approval.
c.A pylon sign is approved on Beam Avenue as shown on the sketch dated August 12,
1993. A second pylon sign is approved at a maximum size of 720 square feet and a
maximum height of 70 feet. This sign shall replace the existing pylon sign on Southlawn
Drive. The wall signage for the five original anchor stores are approved as described in
the memorandum dated September 5, 1989. The Office max wall sign is approved as
described in the October 7, 1993 staff memo. Changes to the anchor store signs may be
approved by staff, based on code compliance and proper design. The applicant may
place the Maplewood city logo on the pylon signs, subject to design approval by staff.
d.Tenants shall be limited to one sign on the front fascia of the canopy. These signs shall
be neon or constructed of individual letters mounted on a raceway. Copy height shall not
exceed 42 inches. Signs shall not be closer than 18 inches to either side of the tenant’s
store front.This criteria allows an exception for the Famous Footwear sign to be eight
inches from the right side of the store’s edges. A future sign for the tenant to the north
must be at least three feet from the Famous Footwear sign. When the Famous
Footwear sign is removed, a new sign shall be at least 10 inches from either side of the
gable façade.
e.Business identification signs for the west and north sides of the shopping center shall be
subject to approval by the CDRB if proposed in the future.
f.Six anchor store tenant signs are allowed on the east-end elevation facing Southlawn
Drive. These signs shall not exceed two feet in height and must be centered horizontally
on this wall.
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DISCUSSION
The HealthEast Spine Clinic site is unusual in that it has no street frontage. The proposed wall
signsare suitable, attractive and reasonable signs forthis building. The proposed monument
signseems appropriate to provide street-frontage identification for this building.The proposed
four tenantsign panelsmay be used by future tenants of this building, but may also be used by
tenants within the BirchRun Stationshopping center. Staff feels this is reasonable and does not
see a problem as to which business within the property is identified by this monument sign.
Staff does not supportthe additional sign panels proposed on the large “V” shaped pylonsign.
This sign already far exceededthe allowable square footage for a pylon sign when it was built.
When approved in1993, the maximum allowed size for a freestanding sign was 300 square feet.
It would be even more excessive by the current sign ordinance which
allowsa maximum of 80 square feet.It is likely that a larger square footage would be
considered for a large development such a Birch Run Stationif the shopping center was
proposed today. A 720-square-foot pylon sign, however, would not be an easy approval for the
city to give. This approval barely passed in 1993.
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the sign plans date-stamped June 11, 2012for the HealthEast Spine Clinic and the
sign plan changesatBirch Run Stationas follows:
HealthEast Spine Clinic
The following signs are allowed:
A 93-square-foot wall sign on the north elevation.
A93-square-foot wall sign on the south elevation.
A150-square-foot free stranding monument sign along the Beam Avenue frontage. This
sign would identify the HealthEast Spine Clinic at the top of this sign with space for four
additional tenants below. The spaces for the four additional tenant signs may be used
for tenants of Birch Run Station or the new HealthEast building.
The proposed sign panels on the monument sign may identify tenants in the HealthEast
Spine Clinic or tenants in the main shopping center building. They may not identify any
of the existing outlot developments which have their own freestanding signs.
Staff may approve minor changes.
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Birch Run Station Revised Sign Criteria
The following signs are allowed(additions are underlined and deletions are crossed out):
As allowed by the city council on November 8, 1993, the 70-foot-tall, 720-square-foot,
“V” shaped pylon sign is allowed at the Southlawn Drive entrance to Birch Run Station.
Waive the maximum sign area for the existing sign on Beam Avenue and the proposed
“V” shaped sign on Southlawn Drive. This would allow a 420-square-foot monument sign
on Beam Avenue and a 720-square-foot “V” shaped pylon sign on Southlawn Drive. The
maximum allowed sign by code for each sign is 300 square feet.
The existing 17-foot by 25-foot, 425-square-foot monument sign fronting on Beam
Avenue is allowed. This sign may display six tenant signs.Waivethe maximum
combined area for the two ground signs on Southlawn Drive and Beam Avenue. The
combined area of these two signs would be 1140 square feet or 690 square feet over the
code limit.
Waive the maximum height to allow a 70-foot-tall sign on Southlawn Drive. The
maximum height allowed by the code is 25 feet.
Change the Birch Run Station sign plan as follows:
Signage for the outlots shall be subject to CDRB approval upon submittal of those
individual sign proposals.Staff may approve revisions ifthey comply with the original
approval for those properties.
The shopping center identification clock tower is not approved. Plans shall be submitted
to the CDRB for approval.
A pylon sign is approved on Beam Avenue as shown on the sketch dated August 12,
1993. A second pylon sign is approved at a maximum size of 720 square feet and a
maximum height of 70 feet. This sign shall replace the existing pylon sign on Southlawn
Drive.The wall signage for the five original anchor stores are approved as described in
the memorandum dated September 5, 1989. The Office max wall sign is approved as
described in the October 7, 1993 staff memo. Changes to the anchor store signs may be
approved by staff, based on code compliance and proper design. The applicant may
place the Maplewood city logo on the pylon signs, subject to design approval by staff.
Tenants shall be limited to one sign on the front fascia of the canopy. These signs shall
constructed of individual letters mounted on a raceway. Copy height shall not
beneon or
exceed 42 inches. Signs shall not be closer than 18 inches to either side of the tenant’s
store front. This criteria allows an exception for the Famous Footwear sign to be eight
inches from the right side of the store’s edges. A future sign for the tenant to the north
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must be at least three feet from the Famous Footwear sign. When the Famous
Footwear sign is removed, a new sign shall be at least 10 inches from either side of the
gable façade.
Business identification signs for the westand north sides of the shopping center shall be
subject to approval by the CDRB if proposed in the future.
Six anchor store tenant signs are allowed on the east-end elevation facing Southlawn
Drive. These signs shall not exceed two feet in height and must be centered horizontally
on this wall.vertically on this elevation positioned near the south edge of this wall as they
are presently placed.
Staff may approve minor changes.
APPLICATION DATE
Staffreceived the complete applicationonJune 11, 2012.State law requires that the city take
action within 60 days. A decision on this request is required by August 10, 2012.
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Attachments
1.Location Map
2.Site Plan
3.Plans date stampedJune 11, 2012(separate attachment)
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