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20-15817; Bob's Discount Furniture; 26350 Brooknark Road Representatives: Linda Nichols, LAAD Sign & Lighting, 3097 State Route 59, Ravenna, OH; Chris Snyder, Advanced Sign Group, 5150 Walcott Court, Columbus, OH Proposal consists of signage. Property is zoned B-3 General Business. The following variances are requested: 1. A 172.96 sq. ft. variance for the maximum sign face area per building; code permits a maximum sign face area of 242 sq. ft.; applicant shows 414.96 sq. ft.; Section 1163.25.B. 2. A variance for 5 wall signs; code permits 1 wall sign per building; applicant shows 6 wall signs (Bob's east, Outlet, Delivery, Pick-up, Bob's south, Mattresses); Section 1163.28.A. 3. A 48.60 sq. ft. variance for the size of a wall sign (Wall Sign 1.0); code permits a maximum of 100 sq. ft. in sign face area for an individual wall sign; applicant shows 148.60 sq. ft.; Section 1163.28.C. 4. A 48.60 sq. ft. variance for the size of a wall sign (Wall Sign 7.1); code permits a maximum of 100 sq. ft. in sign face area for an individual wall sign; applicant shows 148.60 sq. ft.; Section 1163.28.C. Ms. Lieber stated that the applicant proposes a sign package of nine wall signs to be placed on the existing building. Wall sign 4.0 and wall sign 6.0 were not included as they are too small to be seen from the street and are pedestrian scale. Wall sign 8.0 was not included as it is a temporary banner sign. Signs 3.0, 5.0, and 6.0 are along the north face of the building, along Brookpark Road; signs 2.0 and 9.0 are along the east face of the building; and sign 7.1 is along the southern building face, along the Mall Ring Road. Variances are required for sign face per building, number of wall signs and the size of two individual signs. Mr. Snyder said Bob's Discount Furniture is taking over a parcel which was originally designed for multiple tenants. The fagade will be upgraded which is being approved administratively. He pointed out that none of the signs have exceeded the permitted sign height. He reviewed the proposed signs and their locations and described the need for visibility. He pointed out neighboring businesses with additional signage. There will be four sets of illuminated signs and two sets of non -illuminated signs. The large sign on the main elevation would be 23% of the overall sign band and the sign on the south side would be about 21 % of the sign band. Ms. Lieber said the building is very large and has exposure on all sides; therefore it is reasonable that multiple wall signs are permitted. The signs shown are proportional to the building scale and provide for needed visibility. The applicant has worked with staff to reduce their original signage request. Mr. Papotto agreed that the size of the building and proposed signage look proportional. Mr. Mackey welcomed the retrofitting of the facility. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Mackey, to approve the following variances for 20- 15817; Bob's Discount Furniture; 26350 Brookpark Road: 1. A 172.96 sq. ft. variance for the maximum sign face area per building; code permits a maximum sign face area of 242 sq. ft.; applicant shows 414.96 sq. ft.; Section 1163.25.B. 2. A variance for 5 wall signs; code permits 1 wall sign per building; applicant shows 6 wall signs (Bob's east, Outlet, Delivery, Pick-up, Bob's south, Mattresses); Section 1163.28.A. 3. A 48.60 sq. ft. variance for the size of a wall sign (Wall Sign 1.0); code permits a maximum of 100 sq. ft. in sign face area for an individual wall sign; applicant shows 148.60 sq. ft.; Section 1163.28.C.