Thursday, November 20, 2008

DRC November Meeting Summary

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
October 14, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

Other members present were, Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mr. Salvador Feraci, Mr. Cecil Tompkins, Mrs. Heidi Verbeek and Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur (via phone). Mr. Chad Maxwell was absent.


Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for October 14, 2008 were approved as presented. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Action on an amendment to a previously approved sign plan for the Corner Shops of Canada Road.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the sign plan amendment for the Corner Shops of Canada Road as Attached in Exhibit “A”. (See copy of attachment on file)

Motion passed, 5 in favor and 1 abstention.

A motion was made and properly seconded to allow a second sign for corner tenants facing a major street for the Corner Shops of Canada Road; to be of the same size as permitted in the sign plan for primary signs.

Motion passed, 5 in favor and 1 abstention.

For the record: Chairman Moder recused himself on this matter.

2. Report on the Land Development Regulations project.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

Reports of Officers and Committees: None


Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously 6-0)
The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 PM.

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

DRC October Meeting Summary

Discussion only, no action was taken.

DRC August Meeting Summary

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
August 12, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

Other members present were, Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mr. Chad Maxwell, Mr. Cecil Tompkins, Mrs. Heidi Verbeek and Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur (via phone). Mr. Salvador Feraci absence was excused.


Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for July 08, 2008 were approved as presented. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Old Business: None

New Business: (The order of business was changed by unanimous consent)
2. Action on a Sign Plan and Monument Signs for the Corner Shops of Canada Road located on the northwest corner of Canada Road and Highway 64.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the sign plan for the Corner Shops of Canada Road according to Exhibit “A”. (See copy on file) (Motion passed unanimously, 6-0)

A motion was made and properly seconded to deny the request for monument signage as depicted in the color rendering (labeled “Proposed Tenant Sign”) because the proposed height is greater than the maximum height permitted in the Sign Ordinance. (See copy on file) (Motion passed unanimously, 6-0)

1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for the Greater Bush Grove Church located at 9427 Memphis-Arlington Road.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the monument sign for the Greater Bush Grove Church contingent upon the following:
1. The existing pylon sign will be removed no later than the completion of construction of the new sign.
2. The sign shall be landscaped using seasonal color and native Hollies in accordance with the Sign Ordinance. The proposed Japanese Hollies shall be removed from the plan and replaces with a native species.

Motion passed unanimously, 6-0.

Reports of Officers and Committees: None


Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously 6-0)
The meeting was adjourned at 6:55 PM.

Friday, July 18, 2008

DRC July Meeting Summary

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
July 08, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

Other members present were, Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mr. Salvador Feraci, Mr. Cecil Tompkins, Mrs. Heidi Verbeek and Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur (via phone). Mr. Chad Maxwell absence was excused.


Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for June 10, 2008 were approved as amended. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion:

Old Business:
1. Action on Soil Amendment Plan for Canada Woods Commercial.
A motion was made and properly seconded to send this back to the Municipal Planning Commission and let their decision be final. (Motion passed 5 in favor 0 against 1 pass)

For the record: Mr. Feraci recused himself on this matter.

2. Action on Site Plan Elements for Regions Bank.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the plan as submitted with staff recommendations and with 2 amendments as follows:
1. Approve the building elevations as depicted on the plans dated July 2, 2008.
2. Approve the landscaping and irrigation plans with the following conditions:
1. A portion of the evergreen shrubs shall be replaced with deciduous shrubs.
2. Examples of seasonal palettes shall be provided.
3. Planting areas shall have 24 inches of soil excavated and replaced with a topsoil mixture in the
planting beds to comply with the Municipal Code. A note shall be added to the plan stating this
requirement.
3. The elevation of the screen wall shall have the rock base on it as stated by the applicant, in addition to
the brick to take it up to the full 48 inches height from the finish floor.
4. The recessed brick panels on the west elevation shall be removed and be a solid brick wall.

3. Presentation regarding Reading and Interpreting Landscape Plans.
Presentation and discussion only, no action was taken.

New Business: None

Reports of Officers and Committees: None


Adjournment: With no objections the meeting was adjourned at 8:02 PM.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

DRC June Meeting Summary

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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
June 10, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:31 PM by Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur.

Other members present were, Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mr. Salvador Feraci, Mr. Cecil Tompkins and Mrs. Heidi Verbeek. Mr. Chad Maxwell and Mr. Jeff Moder absences were excused.

Election of Vice-Chairman:
Mr. Salvador Feraci was elected Vice-Chairman.

Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for May 13, 2008 were approved with no objections. (Passed 5 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Action on Site Plan Elements for Canada Woods Commercial.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the Site Plan Elements for Canada Woods Commercial with conditions.

A motion was made and properly seconded that the maximum height for pole-mounted lights shall be 20 feet and a revised photometric plan to be submitted to staff. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against and 1 pass)

A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the architectural changes as per the revised rear elevations II, dated 6/10/08 as submitted. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against and 1 pass)

A motion was made and properly seconded to rearrange the existing plants shown on the plan on the west side of the building to fill the gaps as per staff recommendation. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against and 1 pass)

A motion was made and properly seconded that due to site restrictions, the DRC does not require the 50% coverage of foundation planting on the east south side of the building. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against and 1 pass)

A motion was made and properly seconded that the applicant and the city shall agree on a soil amendment plan and submit it to the DRC for approval. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against and 1 pass)

Main motion to approve the Site Plan Elements for Canada Woods Commercial with condition passed, 4 in favor 0 against and 1 pass.

For the record: Mr. Feraci recused himself on this matter.

2. Action on Site Plan Elements for Regions Bank.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting. (Passed unanimously 5 in favor 0 against)

3. Presentation regarding Reading and Interpreting Landscape Plans.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting. (Passed unanimously 5 in favor 0 against)



Reports of Officers and Committees: None


Adjournment: A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously, 5-0) The meeting was adjourned at 8:47 PM.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

DRC May Meeting Summary

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
May 13, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

Other members present were, Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mr. Chad Maxwell, Mrs. Heidi Verbeek and Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur. Mr. Salvador Feraci and Mr. Cecil Tompkins absences were excused.

Election of Vice-Chair:
This item was postponed to the next regular meeting.

Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for April 08, 2008 were approved with on objections. (Passed 5 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Staff Presentation regarding Landscape Design Concepts.
Discussion only, no action was taken.


Reports of Officers and Committees:

Adjournment: A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously, 5-0) The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 PM.

Thursday, April 24, 2008

DRC April Meeting Summary

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
April 08, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

Other members present were, Mrs. Connie Hess, Mr. Cecil Tompkins, Mr. Chad Maxwell, Mrs. Heidi Verbeek and Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur. Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson absence was excused.

Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for March 11, 2008 were approved with on objections. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Presentation and Discussion regarding the new Zoning and Subdivision Regulations Project.
Discussion only, no action was taken.


Reports of Officers and Committees:

Adjournment: A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously, 6-0) The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 PM.

Tuesday, March 18, 2008

DRC March Meeting Summary

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
March 11, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

Other members present were Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mrs. Connie Hess, Mr. Cecil Tompkins, Mrs. Heidi Verbeek and Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur. Mr. Chad Maxwell absence was excused.

Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for February 12, 2008 were approved with on objections. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Discussion regarding Lakeland Sign Ordinance.
Discussion only, no action was taken.


Reports of Officers and Committees:

Adjournment: A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously, 6-0) The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 PM.

Monday, March 3, 2008

DRC January Meeting Summary

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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
January 08, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur.

Other members present were Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mrs. Connie Hess, Mr. Jeffrey Moder, Mr. Cecil Tompkins and Mrs. Heidi Verbeek. Mr. Chad Maxwell absence was excused.

Election of Officers:
Mr. Jeffrey Moder was elected as Chairman.
Mrs. Connie Hess was elected as Vice Chairman.
Mr. Chad Maxwell was elected as Secretary.

Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for December 11, 2007 were approved with on objections. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)


Public Discussion: None


Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Staff presentation regarding DRC role and responsibilities.
Presentation and discussion only, no action was taken.

Reports of Officers and Committees:

Adjournment: A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously, 6-0) The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 PM.

DRC February Meeting Summary

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Design Review Commission
Regular Meeting
February 12, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

Other members present were Mrs. Terri Smith-Anderson, Mrs. Connie Hess, Mr. Chad Maxwell, Mrs. Heidi Verbeek and Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur. Mr. Cecil Tompkins absence was excused.

Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The meeting minutes for January 08, 2007 were approved with on objections. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Action on Site Plan Elements for Lakeland Station (formerly the Lakeland Factory Outlet Mall).
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve Lakeland Station Landscape and Irrigation Plan as recommended by staff with the following conditions:
1. The “Plant Material Approval” note on the plan sheets should be limited to the first paragraph only. The additional paragraphs may be removed.
2. Minor errors regarding the plant key replacement shall be corrected.
3. The applicant shall verify that the size of perennial plants is accurate.
4. The note regarding the landscape contractor submitting content labels shall be extended to include the City.
5. The tree planting details shall include the required 24 inch excavation and replacement as required in the Municipal Code.
6. The signature of the Landscape Architect shall be provided.

Motion passed unanimously 6 in favor 0 against.

A motion was made and properly seconded to approve Lakeland Station Lighting Plan with the following condition:
1. Lighting information shall specify that the proposed lights are full-cutoff.

Motion passed unanimously 6 in favor 0 against.

A motion was made and properly seconded to approve Lakeland Station Building Elevations with the following condition:
1. The elevation labels on sheets SD 303, SD 304 and SD 305 shall be corrected to reflect the correct orientation.

Motion passed unanimously 6 in favor 0 against.

2. Action on a Landscaping Plan for the Canada Road Median (South of I-40).
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the Landscaping Plan for Canada Road Median as submitted. (Motion passed unanimously 6 in favor 0 against)

3. Staff Presentation regarding the Sign Ordinance.
No action was taken. (Deferred to the next meeting)

Reports of Officers and Committees:

Adjournment: A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting. (Motion passed unanimously, 6-0) The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 PM.