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. structure three sided, it keeps costs down to a minimum while still having access to the heating unit. Mr. Crook questioned the mounting position and wondered if rain water from the new roof would damage the existing roof. He advised the applicant to contact an architect for an opinion on the pitch of the roof. The applicant said he did take into consideration how wind or snow loads would affect the roof. He suggested if the ABS could be put on the back and the framework be enclosed. Chairman Zergott expressed objection as well. He stated when a new development gets built in on the eastern side, they would have to view the back metal work. The Board does not want to see open framing on the back side. Mr. Crook suggested paneling the back side. He would have no qualms approving this as long as the structure would be enclosed. The applicant stated he will contact Total Image for suggestions on extending the back side. The applicant asked the Board if there is a problem with the wind load issue, would they accept a different material on the back side if the color matched. Mr. Crook said the color and the material should match. Mr. Crook moved to table this project and bring it back at a later date. The Board recommends that the east side or the forth side of the roof to be completely panelized. They recommend that the roof take a more regular shape and that the applicant can verify that the wind loads and snow loads as being adequate for the construction that they are proposing. Chaia-man Zergott seconded the motion which was unanimously approved. 2. Westburv Towers, 25151 Brookpark: Proposal consists of a erecting a new illuminated sign to be mounted on building where the proposed flush mounted antennas are planned. , The Board of Zoning Appeals referred this to Architectural Review Board on November 4tn meeting. Building Commissioner Conway presented an overview background and said the following. The applicant came forward to make application to place signs on the structure. An electrician came in and wanted to highlight the building. Comments were made with the architectural compatible with the size of the structure. Mr. Conway suggested that they present their design to this Board to look at the height of the signs and to see if the signs are compatible and there is no conflict with the antennas. He further stated building lighting is allowed. John Petryshin, Consolidated Management is in charge of day to day operations. He said they are putting in $2 million in improvements to the Westbury and propose to put "W's" on the building to draw attention to the building and give it a more upscale look with more identity. He further said that there four corner panels that are proposed to be up lighted by approximately 80% from the ground to soften and accent the panels. Three "W's" are proposed for the tower, one on the mechanical room on the top middle. The others are on the upper southwest and northwest corners of the building. A painted white "W" will be on the sides of the buildings, while the one in the middle will be an illuminated "W" on the mechanical room and will be visible from the south to Great Northern and I-480. He said it will not be visible from the north side.. The "W" on the tower, facing south is proportionally sized laxger. Chairman Zergott questioned the lighting on the mechanical tower and wanted to make sure that it does not illuminate the antennas. The applicant stated that that the cobalt blue LED lighting is internal and only the "W" will be lit, not the entire area. 2