CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS N. Rexford Drive ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES. June 20, :00 PM

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1 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Beverly Hills, California Commissioner Meyer arrived. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Speakers: Chair Rennett reported back on items discussed at the Mayor s Cabinet meeting. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Speakers: COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Action: Staff Present: Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Date / Time: 1:00 PM ILLs 455. N. Rexford Drive BEVERLY CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Minutes from the Architectural Review Commission Meeting on May 16, CONTINUED ITEMS PUBLIC HEARINGS Action: Motion: Vice Chair Ru bins, and Chair Rennett Architectural Commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemann@beverlyhills.org absent). Approved as presented. Motion by Chair Rennett; seconded by Vice Chair Rubins. (6-0, Meyer (6-0, Meyer absent). approve the agenda as amended (Tab 1 removed from consent). Motion by Commissioner Cohen; seconded by Chair Rennett to Shena Rojernann, Cindy Gordon and Virgia Randall (Community Gardner-Apatow, Blakeley, Bernstein, Meyer (arrived late), Cohen, Development Department) / 1:04 PM

2 security gate at the building entry (PL ). Request for approval of revisions to a previously approved façade remodel and for a 2. Hermes 434 North Rodeo Drive Architectural Commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemann@beverlyhills.org development, or designee, shall determine if changes to the approved project 7) Substantial Compliance with Approved Plans. The director of community scanned onto the cover sheet(s) of the building permit set of plans. 6) Approval Resolution. A copy of the signed resolution of approval shall be construction. include sufficient design information to evaluate project compliance during approval from the director of community development, or designee, and shall all building facades. The quality and detail of the rendering shall be subject to incorporate into the building permit set of plans, an updated color rendering of 5) Project Rendering. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall to submittal of the plan check review application, whichever is greater. the staff liaison to the commission within fourteen (14) days of approval or prior by the director of community development, or designee, shall be submitted to 4) Compliance with Special Conditions. Any special conditions that require approval review approval. applicant shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable provisions of the 3) Compliance with Municipal Code. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the city s municipal code and applicable conditions imposed by any discretionary city commissions or officials. zoning or technical codes, which may require review and approval from other project only. No approval is implied or granted with regard to applicable city 2) Architectural Approval. Project approval is for the design-related aspects of the and Meyer. reviewed and approved by a subcommittee consisting of Commissioners Rubins 1) The applicant shall explore alternative designs to provide a cleaner, unified, onelayer look to the entryway security gate. The alternative designs are to be Action: The resolution was approved with the following conditions: Motion: Motion by Commissioner Cohen; seconded by Vice Chair Rubins to approve the resolution with conditions (7-0). Paul Ruffing, AlA Cindy Gordon, Assistant Planner

3 8) Validity of Permits. The rights granted by this approval shall remain valid for approved project requires approval from the Architectural Commission. shall be subject to applicable fees and charges. A substantial modification to the are in substantial compliance with the commission s action. This determination Architectural commission meeting agenda. Phone: mjemann@ beverlyhills.org > The signs need to be more elegant and refined. > The signs are too large and need to be reduced in size. appropriately respect the architecture of the building. - The sign colors in their proposed configuration were too loud and did not following comments: Action: The project was returned for restudy. The Commission gave the the project for restudy (7-0). Motion: Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Cohen to return Dennis Stout Shena Rojemann, Associate Planner 4. Wells Fargo Bank an existing monument sign (PL ). Request for approval of new business identification signs and to allow the recovering of 8501 Wilshire Boulevard, The sign is too long, consider making it shorter in length and lower in height. - The sign is too tall as measured from the walkway. > Consider moving it back further into the planter. - The sign needs to be more pedestrian friendly. following comments: Action: The project was returned for restudy. The Commission gave the return the project for restudy (6-1; Gardner-Apatow). Motion: Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Blakeley to Harout Dedeyan Shena Rojemann, Associate Planner Request for approval of monument sign (PL ). 3. UTA 9336 Civic Center Drive Hills Municipal Code Section three (3) years from the date of approval, unless extended pursuant to Beverly

4 .- The horizontal signs on the building are too large and should be reduced to be the same size. - The yellow banding around the monument sign is too bright and should be changed to a more subdued color such as black Wilshire Boulevard Request for approval of a monument sign (PL ). Shena Rojemann, Associate Planner John Hunt Motion: Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Meyer to approve the resolution with conditions (7-0). Action: The resolution was approved with following conditions: 1) The following items shall be approved by a subcommittee composed of Commissioners Bernstein and Blakeley: a. The sign shall be relocated so that it is slightly shifted to the left. b. Ground covering shall be provided (Japanese pebbles). c. Up lighting shall be added behind the monument. This lighting shall be facing toward the building not toward the back of the monument sign. the 2) Architectural Approval. Project approval is for the design-related aspects of the project only. No approval is implied or granted with regard to applicable city zoning or technical codes, which may require review and approval from other city commissions or officials. 3) Compliance with Municipal Code. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable provisions of the city s municipal code and applicable conditions imposed by any discretionary review approval. 4) Compliance with Special Conditions. Any special conditions that require approval by the director of community development, or designee, shall be submitted to the staff liaison to the commission within fourteen (14) days of approval or prior to submittal of the plan check review application, whichever is greater. 5) Project Rendering. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall incorporate into the building permit set of plans, an updated color rendering of all building facades. The quality and detail of the rendering shall be subject to approval from the director of community development, or designee, and shall Architectural Commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemann@beverlyhills.org

5 include sufficient design information to evaluate project compliance during construction. 6) Approval Resolution. A copy of the signed resolution of approval shall be scanned onto the cover sheet(s) of the building permit set of plans. 7) Substantial Compliance with Approved Plans. The director of community development, or designee, shall determine if changes to the approved project are in substantial compliance with the commission s action. This determination shall be subject to applicable fees and charges. A substantial modification to the approved project requires approval from the Architectural Commission. 8) Validity of Permits. The rights granted by this approval shall remain valid for three (3) years from the date of approval, unless extended pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section Marimekko 370 North Canon Drive Request for approval of a façade remodel, business identification signs, outdoor dining elements and a construction barricade mural (PL ), Motion #1: Action: Shena Rojemann, Associate Planner Jacob Webster Motion by Commissioner Cohen; seconded by Commissioner Bernstein to approve the barricade with conditions (7-0). The barricade was approved with the following conditions: 1) The text shall be revised to comply with the sign code allowance for barricade signage. The revised design shall be returned to staff for final review and approval. 2) Architectural Approval. Project approval is for the design-related aspects of the project only. No approval is implied or granted with regard to applicable city zoning or technical codes, which may require review and approval from other city commissions or officials. 3) Compliance with Municipal Code. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable provisions of the city s municipal code and applicable conditions imposed by any discretionary review approval. 4) Compliance with Special Conditions. Any special conditions that require approval by the director of community development, or designee, shall be submitted to Architectural commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemann@beverlyhillsorg

6 the staff liaison to the commission within fourteen (14) days of approval or prior to submittal of the plan check review application, whichever is greater. 5) Project Rendering. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall incorporate into the building permit set of plans, an updated color rendering of all building facades, The quality and detail of the rendering shall be subject to approval from the director of community development, or designee, and shall include sufficient design information to evaluate project compliance during co fl st ruction. 6) Approval Resolution. A copy of the signed resolution of approval shall be scanned onto the cover sheet(s) of the building permit set of plans. 7) Substantial Compliance with Approved Plans. The director of Community development, or designee, shall determine if changes to the approved project are in substantial compliance with the commission s action. This determination shall be subject to applicable fees and charges. A substantial modification to the approved project requires approval from the Architectural Commission. 8) Validity of Permits. The rights granted by this approval shall remain valid for three (3) years from the date of approval, unless extended pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section Motion #2: Motion by Commissioner Cohen; seconded by Commissioner Bernstein to return the façade for restudy (7-0). Action: The façade was returned for restudy. The Commission had the following comments:.- Due to the building code violation, the awning should be restudied and the revised project returned to the Commission for review. An outdoor dining permit will be required. 7. Louis Vuitton 201 and 295 North Rodeo Drive Request for approval of a façade remodel for both buildings and a sign accommodation for multiple building and business identification signs (PL and PL ). Cindy Gordon, Assistant Planner Greg Greenburg and Ashok Vanmalli Motion #1: Motion by Commissioner Cohen; seconded by Vice Chair Rubins to approve the resolution for the project at 201 North Rodeo with conditions (7-0). Architectural Commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemann@ beverlyhillsorg

7 Architecturdl Commission Meeting Minutes Action: The Commission granted preliminary approval and wanted the following items to return for further study: Please provide additional connection details for the façade ribbons. > Please provide information on how the façade will be maintained and cleaned. > If mockups have been prepared for the façade materials, please provide either photographs of the mock-ups or bring samples to the Commission hearing. > The corner of the men s store at Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive should be reconsidered to have more of an impact on the corner. As currently proposed, it does not take the passerby into the store and is not powerful enough. > The women s store along Dayton Way should be reconsidered to enhance the pedestrian experience along this elevation. > Reconsider the number of signs on both buildings. The building is so dramatic and elegant that the number of signs proposed detracts from and clutters the design, particularly when viewed from the intersections on either side of the project. Motion 1*: Motion by Commissioner Cohen; seconded by Vice Chair Ru bins to approve the resolution for the project at 295 North Rodeo with conditions (7-0). Action: The Commission granted preliminary approval and wanted the following items to return for further study: > Please provide additional connection details for the façade ribbons. > Please provide information on how the façade will be maintained and cleaned. > If mock-ups have been prepared for the façade materials, please provide either photographs of the mock-ups or bring samples to the Commission hearing. > The corner of the men s store at Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive should be reconsidered to have more of an impact on the corner. As currently proposed, it does not take the passerby into the store and is not powerful enough. The women s store along Dayton Way should be reconsidered to enhance the pedestrian experience along this elevation. > Reconsider the number of signs on both buildings. The building is so dramatic and elegant that the number of signs proposed detracts from and clutters the design, particularly when viewed from the intersections on either side of the project. 8. Pressed Juicery 436 North Bedford Drive Request for approval of a façade remodel and business identification signs (PL ). Cindy Gordon, Assistant Planner Architectural Commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemanncbeveriyhillsorg

8 Tiara Chu and Jeffery Allsbrook Motion: Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Cohen to return the project for restudy (TO). Action: The project was returned for restudy. The Commission had the following comments: > The wood mullion system is not inviting and does not match the existing architecture of the building. Consider revising the design of the façade so that it makes a statement regarding the deviation from the existing architecture of the building, Additional explanation on the design is needed. > Consider recessing the storefront system approximately six inches to create a more inviting look and draw the eye into the store. > There appears to be a hierarchy between the mullion system above the door and the mullion system below the door as the vertical pattern is not consistent. > Connection details for the wood storefront system are necessary. > A subcommittee consisting of Commissioners Blakeley and Bernstein has been established to review any revised plans prepared by the applicant prior to the next Architectural Commission meeting. Please coordinate with your project planner to coordinate subcommittee review. Commissioner Bernstein left the meeting. 9. Ferrari/Maserati 9372 Wilshire Boulevard Request for approval of a façade remodel and a sign accommodation to allow multiple business identification signs (PL ). Motion: Action: Shena Rojemann, Associate Planner Vince Dyer Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Blakeley to approve the resolution with conditions (6-0). The resolution was approved with the following conditions: 1) Move the Ferrari and Maserati logo signs in away from the building edge an additional 6 so that they are each a minimum of 24 from the building edges. 2) Architectural Approval. Project approval is for the design-related aspects of the project only. No approval is implied or granted with regard to applicable city Architectural commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroemann@beveriyhiilsorg

9 ArchtecturaI Commission Meeting Minutes zoning or technical codes, which may require review and approval from other city commissions or officials. 3) Compliance with Municipal Code. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable provisions of the city s municipal code and applicable conditions imposed by any discretionary review approval. 4) Compliance with Special Conditions. Any special conditions that require approval by the director of community development, or designee, shall be submitted to the staff liaison to the commission within fourteen (14) days of approval or prior to submittal of the plan check review application, whichever is greater. 5) Project Rendering. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall incorporate into the building permit set of plans, an updated color rendering of all building facades. The quality and detail of the rendering shall be subject to approval from the director of community development, or designee, and shall include sufficient design information to evaluate project compliance during construction. 6) Approval Resolution. A copy of the signed resolution of approval shall be scanned onto the cover sheet(s) of the building permit set of plans. 7) Substantial Compliance with Approved Plans. The director of community development, or designee, shall determine if changes to the approved project are in substantial compliance with the commission s action. This determination shall be subject to applicable fees and charges. A substantial modification to the approved project requires approval from the Architectural Commission. 8) Validity of Permits. The rights granted by this approval shall remain valid for three (3) years from the date of approval, unless extended pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section GaGa Milano 9433 Brighton Way Request for approval of a façade remodel and business identification sign (PL ). Cindy Gordon, Assistant Planner Brian Oshima Motion: Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Cohen to approve the resolution with conditions (6-0). Action: The resolution was approved with following conditions: the Architectural Commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemannbeveriyhiils.org

10 1) The recessed portion of the façade shall be in-filled and the entire façade shall be re-plastered to create a uniform look. 2) Architectural Approval. Project approval is for the design-related aspects of the project only. No approval is implied or granted with regard to applicable city zoning or technical codes, which may require review and approval from other city commissions or officials. 3) Compliance with Municipal Code. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable provisions of the city s municipal code and applicable conditions imposed by any discretionary review approval. 4) Compliance with Special Conditions. Any special conditions that require approval by the director of community development, or designee, shall be submitted to the staff liaison to the commission within fourteen (14) days of approval or prior to submittal of the plan check review application, whichever is greater. 5) Project Rendering. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall incorporate into the building permit set of plans, an updated color rendering of all building facades. The quality and detail of the rendering shall be subject to approval from the director of community development, or designee, and shall include sufficient design information to evaluate project compliance during construction. 6) Approval Resolution. A copy of the signed resolution of approval shall be scanned onto the cover sheet(s) of the building permit set of plans. 7) Substantial Compliance with Approved Plans. The director of community development, or designee, shall determine if changes to the approved project are in substantial compliance with the commission s action. This determination shall be subject to applicable fees and charges. A substantial modification to the approved project requires approval from the Architectural Commission. 8) Validity of Permits. The rights granted by this approval shall remain valid for three (3) years from the date of approval, unless extended pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section South Beverly Drive Guess barricade Request for approval of a construction barricade mural (P ). Cindy Gordon, Assistant Planner Kevin Nolan Architectural commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroemann@beverlyhillsorg

11 Motion: Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Cohen to approve the resolution with conditions (6-0). Action: The resolution was approved with the following conditions: 1) The applicant shall provide an alternative construction barricade image that is more artistic and less advertisement-oriented. The alternative image is to be reviewed and approved by a subcommittee consisting of Commissioners Blakeley and Gardner-Apatow. 2) Architectural Approval. Project approval is for the design-related aspects of the project only. No approval is implied or granted with regard to applicable city zoning or technical codes, which may require review and approval from other city commissions or officials. 3) Compliance with Municipal Code. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable provisions of the city s municipal code and applicable conditions imposed by any discretionary review approval. 4) Compliance with Special Conditions. Any special conditions that require approval by the director of community development, or designee, shall be submitted to the staff liaison to the commission within fourteen (14) days of approval or prior to submittal of the plan check review application, whichever is greater. 5) Project Rendering. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall incorporate into the building permit set of plans, an updated color rendering of all building facades. The quality and detail of the rendering shall be subject to approval from the director of community development, or designee, and shall include sufficient design information to evaluate project compliance during construction. 6) Approval Resolution. A copy of the signed resolution of approval shall be scanned onto the cover sheet(s) of the building permit set of plans. 7) Substantial Compliance with Approved Plans. The director of community development, or designee, shall determine if changes to the approved project are in substantial compliance with the commission s action. This determination shall be subject to applicable fees and charges. A substantial modification to the approved project requires approval from the Architectural Commission. 8) Validity of Permits. The rights granted by this approval shall remain valid for three (3) years from the date of approval, unless extended pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section Architectural commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemanncbeverlyhiils.org

12 No communication from the Commission. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE REMAINDER OF 2012 (CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR) MEETING ADJOURNED PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 18 ( / / / Architectural Commission meeting agenda. Phone: sroiemannbeverlyhills.org Zale Richard Rubins, Chair th DAY OF JULY, Date / Time: / 6:30 PM Action: Commissioner Blakeley was voted to Vice Chair. to nominate Commissioner Blakeley for Vice Chair (6-0). Motion: Motion by Vice Chair Rubins; seconded by Commissioner Gardner-Apatow Action: Vice Chair Rubins was voted to Chair. nominate Vice Chair Rubiris for Chair (6-0). Motion: Motion by Commissioner Cohen; seconded by Commissioner Blakeley to Action: Received and filed. 12. Staff level approvals COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT