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PLANNING & DESIGN COMMISSION CIT'Y OF NORTH OLMSTED MINLITES FOR MARCH 10, 2010 ROI,L CALL Mr. Lasko called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in Council Chambers and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Present: John Laslco, Melissa Meredith, Robert Parry, Greg Malone, Jim Cotner (7:10 pm) Absent: Don Rerlco, Ralph Bohlmann Staff: Planning Director Kimberly Wenger, Assistant Law Director Bryan O'Malley, City Engineer Pietro DiFranco, Building Commissioner Dale Mitchell, Clerlc of Commissions Donna Rote REVIEW ANI) CORRECTION OF MINUTES Mi•. Lasko moved, seconded by Mrs. Meredith, to approve the February 10, 2010 minutes as corrected, which were appa-oved 4-0. NEW BUSINESS CMS10-05: Dunkin' Donuts; 26963 Lorain Road: Representatives: Bruce Sekaniclc, Phillips/Sekanick Architects; Jay Patel, franchise owner; Kevin Dalpiaz, Dunlcin' Brands Ms Wenger said Dunkin' Donuts building changes included new exterior fagade on all sides of the building and a new entry vestibule. Building materials will include existing split face block, new brick, EIFS parapet, fabric awnings and gooseneck light fixtures. The dumpster enclosure will have new wooden gates. Landscaping will be improved throughout the site with enhanced screening of the rear service area. Clarification is required for the trees labeled as optional. The parking layout will be modified to malce better use of the small site and no parking will be lost. The pavement will be reconditioned where necessary. Brick pavers will be installed in the right of way and no site lighting is proposed other than the decorative lights. Variances are required for two wall signs too close together and for the ground sign located within the required setbaclc from the right-of-way. She noted that BZA had previously granted a number of variances for signage during prior developments approval. She said although Mr. Rerko was not present he had offered input at several stages through the development plan review. Mr. Mitchell said there are two variances required for signage and noted the applicant's cooperation with staff. Mr. DiFranco said that although the brickscape is not required by code it would serve the site well as it is a high profile site with double frontage. Mr. O'Malley said although the briclcscape is not required the commission can malce it part of their recoinmendations. The applicants are allowed two wall signs and choose to place both on the same elevation; it should be noted to ensure the applicant cannot return to install another wall sign on a separate elevation at a later date.