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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDRB150081_150410 VGNCH staff comment response TL_1428704040.pdf ARCHITECTURE  PLANNING  LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE  INTERIORS P.O. BOX 1976, Avon, CO 81620  970.949.0257  www.zehren.com April 10, 2015 Design Review Board Town of Vail 75 South Frontage Road Vail, CO 81658 Re: Vail Golf and Nordic Clubhouse, Response to April 3, 2015 TOV DRB Conceptual Review/Staff Comments Jonathan: Please review the below responses to the comments provided in your April 3, 2015 correspondence regarding file DRB150080; Vail Golf and Nordic Clubhouse Remodel. Response #1 We believe the “identity” to be consistent with other Town of Vail municipal and recreational buildings operated by Vail Recreation District, including those adjacent to the Lionshead Parking Structure and within Ford Park as indicated on Sheet A2.3. Please reference the response to comment #2 below as it related a further description of the design intent. While there is no consistent architectural style within the immediate vicinity of the clubhouse, as indicated on Sheet A2.4, other recently completed structures within the surrounding neighborhood, and within view of the golf course, have an architectural scale, proportion, materials and colors similar or consistent with the proposed renovation of the clubhouse. It is our opinion that the style, scale, size and proportion of detailing on Donovan Pavilion are over-sized and inconsistent with other municipal and recreation district structures of a similar size and use, and within closer proximity to the clubhouse. For this reason, we believe that specific detailing and style of Donovan Pavilion inappropriate as it applies to renovation of this existing building. Building identification will be provided on the building under a separation design review application as noted in the response to comment #10 below. Response #2 We believe the architectural detailing to be compatible with other structures as required by adopted design review guidelines as indicated response #1 above. We have revised and provided additional detailing consistent with more “traditional” mountain architecture as requested by the Design Review Board:  Vertical cornerboards have been added to the structure in lieu of more contemporary wrapped horizontal siding;  Timber beams and “trusses” have been added to gable roof forms; ARCHITECTURE  PLANNING  LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE  INTERIORS P.O. BOX 1976, Avon, CO 81620  970.949.0257  www.zehren.com  Timber roof “joists” have been added to roof eaves;  Shed roof columns have been aligned vertically at both the banquet space and golf/Nordic entry;  Shed roof eaves have been modified to step horizontally;  Mullions have been added to window forms;  A stone walls and base have been added at the golf entry.  Exterior materials, as noted on drawings A2.0 an A2.1 vary in depth or thickness providing relief and shadow lines in the vertical surface. The selected exterior materials, including rough cut stone, rough sawn siding and timbers, and crenellated, three ply roof shingles reference a more “traditional” aesthetic while meeting adopted fire prevention codes. Response #3 The golf/nordic clubhouse entry has been revised to provide a more prominent entry through the provision of a gabled roof and entrance vestibule proportional with the window pattern above. Additionally, stepping shed roof forms and revised column locations more accurately reinforce the building steps and massing. The tower entry is not intended to be a primary entry, only to provide an accessible entry to both the grille and banquet facilities. It is our goal to provide the greatest separation possible between banquet and golf activities. For this reason, we have intentionally maintained the shed roof so that this secondary entry remain understated. Response #4 An additional gable dormer, timbers, and window detailing have been added to the north elevation in order to provide more interest to this elevation. Response #5 The presentation has been amended to provide three dimensional views of the building, which more clearly delineate the variety and “stepping” of building forms. Response #6 Accessible means of egress are provided with the proposed elevator as well as pathways of less than 5% grade from the east and west sides of the structure. It is our understanding that adopted accessibility and egress code requirements are typically reviewed at the time of building permit submittal. Response #7 Please reference the enclosed COMcheck exterior lighting compliance certificate. It is our understanding that adopted energy code requirements are typically reviewed at the time of building permit submittal. ARCHITECTURE  PLANNING  LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE  INTERIORS P.O. BOX 1976, Avon, CO 81620  970.949.0257  www.zehren.com Response #8 Snow storage exhibits were previously provided, reviewed and approved as part of the Operations Plan. Those documents have been resubmitted. The snow storage areas are consistent with the previously approved submittal and do not affect substantially existing or proposed landscaping. Response #9 Building and site signage locations have been generally located on the site plans and building elevations. There has been minimal discussion as to a marketing plan which potentially could separately identify each building use, (restaurant, golf, Nordic, banquet), as well as recognizing the structure as a municipal and/or recreation district building. For this reason, we are currently unable to provide specific details as to sign sizes, logos, lighting etc. It is our intent to submit a separate design review application for building and site signage in accordance with adopted town code. Response #10 Conceptual building signage locations have been revised to reflect a maximum height of 25 feet. Response #11 Curb has been indicated in the civil engineering documents to protect landscape planter beds within the parking areas. Response #12 It is our intent to engineer pavement sections in accordance with adopted building codes and standards. It is our understanding that review of civil engineering documents would typically occur at the time of the building permit submittal, and not as part of design review. The engineering of pavement sections or details will not substantially affect the current design. Response #13 It is our intent to engineer retaining walls in accordance with adopted building codes. It is our understanding that review of structural and/or civil engineering documents would typically occur at the time of the building permit submittal. The engineering of site walls will not substantially affect the current design. Response #14 It is our intent to submit a separate application for building and site signage in accordance with adopted town code. ARCHITECTURE  PLANNING  LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE  INTERIORS P.O. BOX 1976, Avon, CO 81620  970.949.0257  www.zehren.com Response #15 Sight triangle exhibits were previously provided, reviewed and approved as part of the Operations Plan. Those documents have been resubmitted. The sight triangles are consistent with the previously approved submittal. Response #16 Vehicle turning movement exhibits were previously provided, reviewed and approved as part of the Operations Plan. Those documents have been resubmitted. The extents of paving are consistent with the previously approved submittal. Response #17 It is our intent to indicate roof drains in accordance with adopted plumbing codes. It is our understanding that review of plumbing documents would typically occur at the time of the building permit submittal. Response #18 It is our intent to engineer drainage structures in accordance with the final drainage study as well as in accordance with adopted codes and standards. Any modification to drainage structures would most likely occur underground and not substantially impact grading, landscape or hardscape as indicated in the submitted documents. It is our understanding that the final review of civil engineering documents would typically occur at the time of the building permit submittal. Please let me know of any questions or concerns. Thank you. Timothy Losa, AIA Principal Zehren and Associates, Inc.