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November 5, 2019
Meridian City Planning Division
33 E. Broadway Ave., Suite #102
Meridian, ID 83642
Re: CZC &Design Review Narrative —Rackham Subdivision /Retail Buildings SW & SE
Dear Planning Division Staff:
BVA Development submits this application for CZC and Design Review with respect to two retail
buildings proposed for the Rackham Subdivision located at 1020 S. Eagle Road (aka "Eagle View
Landing"). The proposed buildings mirror each other and are positioned on the west and east side
of the private road that serves as the main entry into Rackham Subdivision. Each building is
single story and approximately 28' high with a footprint of approximately 10,800 s.f. The buildings
are located on a number of building lots that total 2.78 acres. BVA intends to submit a property
boundary adjustment application in the near future to ensure that no building transects a property
line and to create lots that are more accommodating to the buildings and parking lot configuration
The Rackham Subdivision project site is located near Eagle Road/I-84 interchange. The property
is zoned C-G, and the 52 acre commercial subdivision will be comprised of primarily office
buildings, recreational facilities, retail buildings, and a future residential multi -family project. BVA
has recently submitted applications for Development Agreement Modification and Preliminary
Plat, both of which have been approved (MDA H-2019-0081 and H-2018-0126). On Friday,
November 1, 2019, we submitted an application for Final Plat (LD-CSUB-2019-0009.)
The retail development at Rackham Sub./Eagle View Landing is designed to promote life and
pedestrian activity at the heart of the development. It will have that small town feel and will bustle
with the energy of a typical main street in any vibrant little town.
The retail center is positioned at the main entrance into Eagle View, just north of the roundabout
on S. Silverstone Way. As the project progresses, the retail center will be surrounded on the north,
east and west by large four and five story office buildings. Additional retail buildings will be located
immediately north of these two buildings, further rounding out the retail heart of the project. The
Norco building and commercial project known as Oxygen Subdivision are located directly to the
south of the retail buildings.
The architectural design of the two retail buildings is a modern style, and the buildings are
harmonious in design with the other larger buildings proposed for the site. There is a focus on
flexibility and modularity to accommodate multiple sizes and styles of tenants. The modern grays
and wood tones over the rich dark bronze windows create a pleasing modern aesthetic that is
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further enhanced by large overhead glass doors that spill out to outdoor patios that line both sides
of the street. Floating planes of metal and wood give undulation to the parapet and texture to the
buildings' fagade, helping to divide areas for entries and signage. The corner tower -like elements
act as a gateway into the site and help create better proportions between the street and buildings.
The 3600 architecture allows the buildings to be used from all sides.
The retail project also incorporates notable outdoor spaces. There are multiple outdoor patios and
pedestrian spaces that draw pedestrians to the heart of the Eagle View project. A large tree -lined
walking path spans east to west across the entire northern portion of the retail area, helping to
connect the retail area to the other buildings and recreational facilities planned for the project.
Other walkways in the retail area have been widened to encourage small plazas and dining areas
for restaurants. Attractive paver sections designed in herringbone pattern will be installed in front
of each retail entrance, creating separate areas and focal points for entry. Each building also
incorporates a beautiful pocket park that contains shade structures, water features, play
structures, multiple benches and beautifully landscaped paths to encourage visitors to relax, take
a phone call or watch their children play while eating lunch. Please see Landscape Plan for details
regarding benches, trash receptacles, play structure and water feature.
The main access to the retail project site will be from the south via ACHD right of ways, S.
Silverstone Way and S. Rackham Way. The public portion of Silverstone will terminate at the
Silverstone roundabout. Circulation from that point will continue through private roads or cross
access easements.
Parking stalls shown on the site plan total 194 (46 on SW building and 148 on SE Building). The
west building also has 2 handicap stalls, and the East Building has 6 handicap stalls. There are
also 11 on -street parking stalls next to wide islands that have been designed to narrow down the
flow of traffic and slow the speed of vehicles to accommodate the pedestrian traffic that will occur
in the retail area.
As to bicycle parking, there are 2 bicycle racks on the SW Building and 3 on the SE Building.
Each rack contains 2 stalls, which results in 10 available bike stalls between the two buildings.
See bike rack detail on site plan.
There are two trash enclosures planned for the site. Republic Service's approval is included in
this application.
BVA has not applied for any sign permits and no signs are shown on the current site plan. Prior
to installing any signs, BVA will apply for sign permits pursuant to the standards set forth in UDC
Chapter 3, Article D.
Thank you for your kind consideration of this application. If you have any comments or questions,
pl e do not hesitate o cont t me.
VA Development
Project Coordinator
Roberta@bvadev.com