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ICON Credit Union ~;~, u~- -~ CERTIFICATE OF ZONING COMPLIANCE REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: OWNER: October 19, 2010 ICON Credit Union Sonya Wafters, Associate City Planner E IDIAN.-- 1~3Al CZC-10-059; DES-10-041- ICON Credit Union ICON Credit Union DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST The applicant, ICON Credit Union, requests Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC) approval for a 5,100 square foot financial institution with adrive-through. Design Review (DES) of the site and structure is also requested. The site is located at 485 W. Overland Road on the south side of Overland, east of S. Stoddard Road. (Note: The applicant has submitted a recorded copy of the CC&R's (Recorded Instrument #110006025) for the development that state there is a nonexclusive easement for vehicular and pedestrian ingress/egress and parking on all properties. Additionally, a copy of an easement granting cross-access between the subject property and the Lowe's property to the east has been submitted (Instrument #106164303) DECISION The applicant's request for CZC and DES is approved with the conditions listed in this report. Note: This is not a building permit. Please contact Building Services at (208)887-2211 to verify if any additional permits and/or inspections will be required If a building permit is required, two (2) sets of the approved plans are to be submitted to the Building Department with the permit application. Site SpeciSc Conditions of Approval 1. The applicant shall construct all proposed fencing and/or any fencing required by the UDC, consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-7 and 11-3A-6B. Process Conditions of Approval 1. Per UDC 11-SB-SB2, the Director (at the applicant's request) approved alternative compliance regarding the requirement for trees to be provided on each side of the multi-use pathway along the east property boundary The applicant shall install a mix of shrubs, lawn, and other vegetative groundcover as shown on the landscape plan. See Analysis below for more information. 2. No signs are approved with this application. Prior to installing any signs on the property, the applicant shall submit a sign permit application consistent with the standards in UDC Chapter 3 Article D and receive approval for such signs. 3. The applicant shall complete all improvements related to public life, safety, and health as set forth in UDC 11-SC-3B. A surety agreement may be accepted for other improvements in accord with UDC 11-SC-3C. 4. Upon installation of the landscaping and prior to inspection by Planning Department staff, the applicant shall provide a written certificate of completion as set forth in UDC 11-3B-14A. Conditions Document ICON Credit Union CZC DES 5. The site plan prepared by LCA Architects, P.A. on 10/18/10, labeled Sheet A1.0 is approved (stamped "approved" on 10/19/10 by the City of Meridian Planning Department) with no changes. 6. The landscape plan prepared by LCA Architects, P.A. on 9/16/10, labeled Sheet L-1, is approved (stamped "approved" on 10/19/10 by the City of Meridian Planning Department) with no changes. 7. The approved site plan, landscape plan and/or elevations may not be altered without prior written approval of the City of Meridian Planning Department. 8. The elevations prepared by LCA Architects, P.A. on 10/18/10, labeled Sheet A4.0, are approved (stamped "approved" on 10/19/10 by the City of Meridian Planning Department) with no changes. 9. The applicant shall pay any applicable impact fees prior to the issuance of a building permit. 10. If any changes must be made to the site plan to accommodate ACRD requirements, the applicant shall submit a new site plan to the City of Meridian Planning Department for approval prior to issuance of the building permit. 11. The applicant shall complete all required improvements prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. It is unlawful to use or occupy any building or structure until the Building Official has issued a Certificate of Occupancy. 12. Prior to Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall record a public access easement for the multi-use pathway along the east boundary of the site and submit copy of said easement to the Planning Department. 13. At such time that the multi-use pathway along the east boundary of the site connects from one major street to another and is greater than one-half mile long, the applicant may petition the City to assume maintenance responsibilities. Ongoing Conditions of Approval 1. The applicant and/or assigns shall have the continuing obligation to provide irrigation that meets the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3B-6 and to install and maintain all landscaping as set forth in UDC 11-3B-5, UDC 11-3B-13 and UDC 11-3B-14. 2. The project is subject to all current City of Meridian ordinances and previous conditions of approval associated with this site [AZ-07-009 (Development Agreement Inst. #107131597); VAC-07-011; PBA-07-002; MDA-09-004 (Development Agreement Inst. #110005407)]. 3. The issuance of this CZC does not release the applicant from any previous requirements of the other permits issued for the site. 4. The applicant and/or property owner shall have an ongoing obligation to prune all trees to a minimum height of six feet above the ground or sidewalk surface to afford greater visibility of the area. 5. The applicant shall have an ongoing obligation to maintain all pathways. 6. The applicant has a continuing obligation to comply with the outdoor lighting provisions as set forth in UDC 11-3A-11. 7. The applicant and/or property owner shall have an ongoing obligation to maintain all landscaping and constructed features within the clear vision triangle consistent with the standards in UDC 11-3A-3. Conditions Document 2 ICON Credit Union CZC DES 8. The applicant and/or assigns shall have the continuing obligation to meet the specific use standards for the proposed use as set forth in UDC 11-4-3. ANALYSIS OF UDC REQUIItEMENTS RELATED TO SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS: The UDC (11-3B-12C) requires a minimum 5-foot wide landscape strip to be provided along each side of pathways planted with a mix of trees, shrubs, lawn, and/or other vegetative ground cover. A minimum of one tree per 1001inear feet of pathway is required. There is a 20-foot wide easement for the Kennedy Lateral that runs along the east boundary of this site where the pathway is proposed. Because Nampa Meridian Irrigation District (NMID) does not allow trees to be planted within their easement, the applicant is requesting approval of alternative compliance to allow landscaping along the pathway without trees. The applicant proposes a 20-foot wide landscape buffer along the east property boundary planted with lawn and planter beds with a mixture of shrubs and other medium to low groundcover as allowed by the irrigation district. Because the landscape area between the pathway & the curb is owned by the adjacent property owner (Lowe's), the City is unable to require the applicant to plant trees in this area. Because NMID's easement encompasses the entire 20-foot wide area on the west side of the pathway it's not feasible for trees to be planted in that area either. For these reasons and because the applicant is providing a larger than required buffer, the Director approves the applicant's request for alternative compliance. The applicant shall install a mix of shrubs, lawn, and other vegetative groundcover as shown on the landscape plan. CITY COUNCIL REVIEW The applicant, Director, or a party of record may appeal this decision or a condition of approval by requesting City Council review of this decision. All requests shall be filed in writing with the Planning Department within fifteen (15) days of the date of this report and comply with the provisions of UDC 11- SA-6B. EXPIl2ATION Certificates of Zoning Compliance issued in conjunction with a proposed use shall expire if said use has not commenced within one year of the date of issuance of the Certificate of Zoning Compliance. Certificates of Zoning Compliance issued in conjunction with construction or alteration of a structure shall expire if said construction or alteration has not commenced within one year of the date of issuance of the Certificate of Zoning Compliance. In accord with the above provisions, the subject Certificate of Zoning Compliance is valid until October 19, 2011. Conditions Document 3 ICON Credit Union CZC DES E~i~ITS A. Vicinity Map B. Site Plan (dated: 10/18/10) C. Landscape Plan (dated: 9/16/10) D. Building Elevations (dated: 10/18/10) Conditions Document 4 ICON Credit Union CZC A. 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Riverside Dr. Boise, ID Zip: 83714 Applicant's interest in property: Q Own ^ Rent ^ Optioned ^ Other Owner name: ICON Credit Union Phone: 208.908.5216 Owner address: 7615 W. Riverside Dr. Boise, ID Zip: 83714 Agent name (e.g., architect, engineer, developer, representative): Steve Christiansen /Casey Huse Firm name: LCA Architects Phone: 208.345.6677 Address: 1221 Shoreline Ln. Boise, ID Zip: 83702 Primary contact is: ^ Applicant ^ Owner ^~ Agent ^ Other Contact name: Steve Chrisitansen / Casev Huse Phone: 208.345.6677 E-mail: schristian(cr~,lcarch.com / casevhna,lcarch.com Fax: 208.344.9002 Subject Property Information Location street address: 485 W. Overland Road Assessor's parcel number(s): 87288000004 Township, range, section: NW4NE4 SEC 24 3N 1 W Total acreage: 1 Current land use: Bare Land Current zoning district: C-G FI "1- UoZ 33 E. Broadwa}~ Avenue, Suite 210 • Meridian, Idaho 83642 Phone: (208) 884-5533 • Facsimile: (208) 888-6854 • Website: www.meridiancity.org 1 (Rer. 11/4/08) Project Description Project/subdivision name: ICON Credit Union General description of proposed project/request: Construct new 5100 sf credit union with drive through. Proposed zoning district(s): C- Acres of each zone proposed: 1 Type of use proposed (check all that apply): ^ Residential ^~ Commercial ^ Office ^ Industrial ^ Other Amenities provided with this development (if applicable): n/a Who will own & maintain the pressurized irrigation system in this development? n/a Which imgation district does this property lie within? Nampa Meridian irrigation district Primary irrigation source: City water Secondary: none Square footage of landscaped areas to be imgated (if primary or secondary point of connection is City water): 13,583 Residential Project Summary (if applicable) Number of residential units: Number of building lots: Number of common and/or other lots: Proposed number of dwelling units (for multi-family developments only): 1 Bedroom: Minimum square footage of structure(s) (excl. garage): Minimum property size (s.f): Gross density (DU/acre-total land): Percentage of open space provided: Percentage of useable open space: _ 2 or more Bedrooms: Proposed building height: _ Average property size (s.f.): Net density (DU/acre-excluding roads & alleys): Acreage of open space: (See Chapter 3, Article G, for qualified open space) Type of open space provided in acres (i.e., landscaping, public, common, etc): Type of dwelling(s) proposed: ^Sfngle-family ^ Townhomes ^ Duplexes ^Multf-family Non-residential Project Summary (if applicable) Number of building lots: 1 Other lots: none Gross floor area proposed: 5100 sf Existing (if applicable): n/a Hours of operation (days and hours): 9-5 (M-Th), 9-5:30 (F), DT (8:30-6) Building height: 24'-6" Percentage of site/project devoted to the following: Landscaping: 29 Building: 12 Paving: 59 Total number of employees: 6 Maximum number of employees at any one time: 8 Number and ages of students/children (if applicable): n/a Seating capacity: Total number of parking spaces provided: 17 Number of compact spaces provided: 8 Authorization Print applicant name: Applicant signature: Date: 09-09-10 3' . Bro a}~ Avenue, Suite 210 • Meridian, Idaho 83642 Phone: (208) 88 Facsimile: (208) 888-6854 • Website: www.meridiancity.org 2 LCA Architects September 9, 2010 City of Meridian Planning Department 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Suite 210 Meridian, ID 83642 Re: ICON CREDIT UNION - 485 W. OVERLAND ROAD LCA N0.10018.01 4-d Dear Sir or Madam, This narrative is in regards to the attached Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC) application for a new ICON Credit Union branch to be constructed at 485 West Overland Road, located within the Queenland Acres business subdivision. General Project Summary: The proposed project includes the construction of a new credit union at 485 West Overland Road, located near the intersection of Meridian and Overland Roads. The paroel is 1 acre in size. The credit union and associated drive through are approved uses under the current zoning ordinance, and were also specifically noted as allowed in the City's review and approval of the Queenland Acres subdivision. Therefore, the CZC is the only review required by the City prior to permitting per the ordinances. Please refer to the complete CZC application, attached, for additional supporting information. Current Development Agreement Requirement: The proposed project complies with requirements of the approved Queenland Acres subdivision, and has been reviewed and approved by the developer. As shown on the site plan, a limited area of paving will be required outside of ICON's property line to accommodate site access until the remainder of the subdivision is developed. This work is being coordinated with the developer and will be completed concurrently with the proposed credit union. Proposed Site: The proposed ICON site complies with all indicated setbacks and easements, including the landscaping setback 25 feet back from edge of sidewalk along Overland Road, the electrical easement to the north, and the 20 foot Kennedy Lateral easement to the east. We have confirmed with the Nampa Meridian Irrigation District that no trees are allowed within their easement. We have chosen not to install any parking improvements within this area to limit the disruption that would be caused in the event of future lateral maintenance. A new 8 foot wide sidewalk is also shown to the outside of the east property line, which is understood to be a requirement of the subdivision approval. Site circulation has been arranged to eliminate as many locations where pedestrians must cross vehicular paths as possible. The drive through has been placed to the west to present the building entry toward the nearby 1221 Shoreline Ln intersection and provide adequate approach lanes to the drive through. Handicap parking is placed near the Boise, ID 83702 entry with a full width unloading area and direct path to entry. Staff parking is anticipated to be to the south 208.345.6677 fax.208.344.9002 Ica®Icarchcom www.lcarch.com 9, 2010 City of Boise Planning & Development Services Page 2 near the staff entrance off of the break room. Fire department access is indicated, and the trash enclosure located so that it is set back from Overland as much as possible, while being accessible to not only ICON at the time of project completion, but also potentially future development on adjacent parcels. Proposed Building: The proposed building is a roughly 5,100 square foot credit union, with 4 teller stations, five offices, and three drive through lanes. The facility will open with three active drive through lanes, but no ATM. Rough-in is being installed for a future ATM, however. Restrooms and drinking fountains are accessible to the public via the large south conference room. The conference room, break room, and restrooms may be secured from the rest of the building after hours for community meetings or small events. Occupancy within this space will be limited to no more than 49 occupants. The building will be a slab on grade, wood framed structure, with wood shear wall and roof joist construction. Exterior finishes include brick veneer, stucco, aluminum storefront framing with low-e glazing, and specialty plastic glazing and/or metal panels. Standing seam metal roofing will be installed along the central spine, with mechanically attached membrane roofing at flat roof and shallow pitch roof elements to either side. (The top surfaces of the shallow pitched roof elements are not visible from eye level.) Conclusion Overall, the design team and ICON Credit Union feel the proposed facility is in keeping with the goals and requirements of the development agreement and City ordinances, and that the project as proposed will complement the existing commercial development within the vicinity, paving the way for completion of the Queenland Acres subdivision development. Your consideration of this application is appreciated. Sincerely, LCA ARCHITECTS, P.A. Case e, IA Project Architect 10018-01 L014d 090910 CHch.doac LCA Architects 1221 Shoreline Lane, Boise, Idaho 83702 ph: 208.345.6677 fic: 208.344.9002 LCA Archifiecfis September 16, 2010 City of Meridian Planning Department Attn: Sonja Wafters, Associate City Planner 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Suite 210 Meridian, ID 83642 Re: ICON CREDIT UNION - 485 W. OVERLAND ROAD LCA N0.10018.01 4-d Dear Ms. Wafters and Planning Staff: This narrative is in regards to the attached Design Review (DR) application for a new ICON Credit Union branch to be constructed at 485 West Overland Road, located within the Queenland Acres business subdivision. The design for the new ICON Credit Union in Meridian takes its inspiration from ICON's recent re-branding and ne~N logo, and their stated goals for the project to be a'launching' of their new image. Formerly Idahy Credit Union, ICOIJ carefully considered the image they wish to present to existing and potential new members, resulting in their ne~v name and associated logo. (The ICON logo can be seen on the attached colored Sketchup images of the proposed facility.) The building form relates to the 'action' lines and angles in the new ICON logo, with a strong central spin that also relates to the negative space in the logo's void. The primary entrance faces east, toward the entrance to the business subdivision off of Overland road. This not only helps the building address traffic along Overland, but alsa presents a welcome facade to those exiting the subdivision. Building articulation and building signage along the north elevation, as well as a large window off of the interior lobby space, provide an appropriate street presence directly along Overland. The taller central spine emphasizes and identifies the building entry location. Low flat-roof areas between the central spine and side elements of the building help to accentuate the sloped roof forms to either sidE~, which recall the angled lines of ICON's logo, and give the building a more dynamic appearance. The varied roof lines create visual interest while emphasizing the overall design concept. The visible roof and fascia material will b' prefinished metallic metal, complementary to the window frames. The primary materials of brick veneer, stucco, and glazing are used consistently throughout the structure. The brick veneer accents reinforce the vertical organizing module of the structure, and break up the fields of brick. Articulatioi of the window mullions emphasizes the 2'-0" horizontal module used in organization of the elevations, with vertic~d glazing units and window divisions recalling the vertical center of ICON's logo and the overall structure iiset~. References to these vertical elements carry through in the reveal fine placement in the stucco finish. Clerestory windows at the entry lobby will provide desirable natural light within the primary building spaces, and help articulate: the upper gable massing. Window frames are clear anodized aluminum, with blue tinted low-e insulated glazing unit`. Horizontal aluminum sunshade fins provide both functional shading to help reduce cooling loads, as well as providing visual interest and a textural background for the mounting of the building signage. Building 1221 Shoreline Ln signage is an integral part of the exterior design, with the use of logo and name signage to not only identify the building but also break up blank facades and provide visual interest on each elevation and approach. Logo colors provide a splash of color to contrast with the natural tones of the brick and stucco and are B~;;e, ID 83702 20ft.345.6677 fox 20&344.90G2 Ica'%~~lcarch.con w~w.lcarch.com 2010 City of Meridian Planning Department Page 2 incorporated as further brand identity in the plastic glazing located along the tops of windows and at either end of thr: building gables. Backlighting within select panels will provide a unique night presence to the building, accentuatincl the horizontal green band around the building and highlighting the entry element. Mechanical equipment is welt screened by a 4'-0" high brick veneer wall surrounding HVAC units and the gas meter. The screen wall is articulated in the same fashion as the rest of the building for a unified appearance. The singlE: rooftop unit is placed in the most screened roof location, where it will be visible only from a distance, and only when viewed from the least used approach. Careful consideration was given to the building location and site layout, in an effort to balance visibility, functionality, access, and aesthetics while placing primary importance on safety. The building has been placed as far north as; feasible on the site while maintaining drive through access across the north with suitable stacking depth. Single sided parking has been provided to eliminate the crossing of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Parking to the east of thEr building, directly before the building entry, is primarily for member use. Parking to the south is primarily for facilirr staff, with the staff entrance off of the break room adjacent to these spaces. A landscape buffer is located to the south to help keep traffic parking at the ICON facility segregated from those vehicles passing through the business; subdivision along the shared drive to the south. Access to this shared drive occurs at both the east and west sides of the parcel, so that traffic parking at the facility need not mingle with drive through traffic upon egress. (The location of the shared drive was already established as part of the prior approval of the business subdivision.) The trash enclosure is located in the southwest comer of the site, where its use has the potential to be shared with futurE: neighbors in the subdivision, improving the overall aesthetics of the development. Pedestrian circulation is located near the building, and is well isolated from vehicular circulation patterns for safety. Additionally, the sidewalk extend:; across the drive aisle to the north to connect to the sidewalk system along Overland Road. Bike racks are provided for members who arrive via bicycle. Though dedicated and explicit mass transit facilities are not provided as part of this site's development, the ready connections to the rest of the subdivision circulation and Overland Road sidewalk should make any such facilities incorporated into the future development of the subdivision quite accessible. Overall, we share the clients enthusiastic satisfaction with the results of our design efforts, and feel the product a:; presented will exist in good harmony with Meridian's design guidelines for the Urban/Suburban district in which it i:; placed, and therefore with its existing neighbors and future neighbors within the development. Your consideration of this application is appreciated. Please feel free to contact LCA with any requests for clarification or additional information you may have. Sincerely, LCA ARCHITECTS, .A. Casey A Project Architect 10018-Ot L02 4d 090910 CHch.doac LCA Architects 1221 Shoreline Lane, Base, Idaho 83702 ph: 208.345.6677 rx: ^.08.344.9002 LCA Architects October 6, 2010 City of Meridian Planning Department Attn: Sonya Wafters, Associate City Planner 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Suite 210 Meridian, ID 83642 ~'`~ *'.`_ n~-'_~. `'~ ~ 1~ =~ ° ~Q~4 ~~~`~~\ Re: ICON CREDIT UNION - 485 W. OVERLAND ROAD LCA N0.10018.01 4-d Dear Ms. Waters and Planning Staff: This narrative is in regards to the attached Alternative Compliance application for the new ICON Credit Union branch to be constructed at 485 West Overland Road, located within the Queenland Acres business subdivision. Alternative compliance is being requested to allow landscaping which differs from that required per Meridian UDC 11-36-12C. Specifically, the request is to allow pathway landscaping along the required pathway on the east side of ICON's lot without the trees required in the UDC. The referenced Pathway Landscaping section of the UDC requires a mixture of trees, shrubs, lawn, and/or other vegetative ground cover. A minimum of one tree per one hundred linear feet of pathway is called for. The landscaping design for the ICON credit Union (attached) contains a mixture as required, however the entire landscaping zone on the east side of the parcel coincides with the Kennedy Lateral easement. (The Kennedy lateral is maintained by the Nampa Meridian Irrigation District.) The easement does not allow the planting of trees, and as the Irrigation District was established prior to the City, their requirements take precedence. The proposed landscape design proposes maintaining the eight-foot-wide landscaping bed along the east, which belongs to Lowe's and is outside of ICON's property and influence. ICON's improvements begin with the required pathway, which is shown as eight feet wide per the amended development agreement, located directly against the east property line until it eases west to pass around the irrigation box that exists above grade. Planter beds with a mixture of shrubs and other medium to low groundcover as allowed by the irrigation easement are spaced along the west portion of the landscape area, breaking up the grassed area and providing relief, interest, and a buffer for the monument sign in the northeast corner of the site. The area surrounding the irrigation box becomes a planter bed as well, which will tie in to the existing Lowe's planter and eliminate what would otherwise be a very small area of grass to maintain. 1221 Shoreline Ln Boise, ID 83702 208.345.6677 fax.208.344.9002 Ica®Icarch.com www.lcarch.com October 6, 2010 City of Meridian Planning Department Page 2 We feel that the proposed landscape design meets the intent of-the UDC to the greatest extent possible under the limiting circumstances of the existing lateral easement. The proposed planter beds are generous, and will provide an interesting and varied appearance. Though there is no possibility of planting trees along the path due to the extent and limitations of the lateral easement, shrubs and tall ornamental grasses are used to provide as much relief as is feasible. Your consideration of this application is appreciated. Please feel free to contact LCA with any requests for clarification or additional information you may have. Sincerely, LCA ARCHITECTS, P.A. 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W ~a°§ °:p§ ~ ~ W #4"y~ o"fyR .<I < i --O ~ - - --O ~ ' ~~ ~ ~ ~~. ------o ~ ---o . - - - -~ ~ ~ ~ ~ $g ~ ------0 - - -~ - --O i ~° I ~ ~ ~ --------0 ?%r> l i i I F~zj rbj j 0 0~ 0 ~ {~,^ l o s I ~ __ > ® ~b~b 94 0 F~ B g y g ^ e ~ ^ s o„~ vekwrnw ICON CREDIT UNON 1 I.GMchNecp,PA D ~ ~• ~ 485 WEST OVERLMD ROAD ""°""""`~: ~...~'"""°" °~' ~ ' IYERDUN~ DAHO w., rw u~m s D(TEFdOR ELEVATIDNS E IDIAN~-- lt3A~3 Meridian Development Services Meridian City Hall, Suite 102 33 E. Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho 83642 PW 100 FORM Date: 9/2/10 Ph: (208) 887-2211: Fax: (208) 887-1297' www.meridiancity.org~ The following property has been researched by The City of Meridian Public Works Department. Project Name: Icon Credit Union Address: 485 W. Overland Rd. Suite #: Zip Code: 83642 Located in Queenland Acres Subdivision 1) The address has been assigned based on available information. This address should be considered temporary (Development process has not been completed, so the address may change) 2) This address will be required to connect to municipal services. X Water and Sewer mains are available for connection to the Municipal System. This property does not currently have services available. (Development process has not been completed) 3) This is an existing structure that is connected to municipal services. EACH SET OF PLANS WILL BE REQUIRED TO CLEARLY REFLECT THE CORRECT ADDRESS AND SUITE NUMBER (IF APPLICABLE). Terri Ricks Land Development Services tricks@meridiancity.org