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AGENDA
ORO VALLEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
July 6, 2021
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COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
1.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 1, 2021 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES
2.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON A CONCEPTUAL ARCHITECTURE FOR A PEDIATRIC
DENTAL BUILDING LOCATED IN THE MERCADO AT CAÑADA HILLS COMMERCIAL PLAZA, IN
PROXIMITY TO THE NORTHEAST INTERSECTION OF LA CAÑADA DRIVE AND LAMBERT LANE
PLANNING UPDATE (INFORMATIONAL ONLY)
ADJOURNMENT
POSTED: 6/29/2021 at 5:00 p.m. by pp
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Planning & Zoning Commission 1.
Meeting Date:07/06/2021
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development
Case Number: N/A
SUBJECT:
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 1, 2021 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
N/A.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to approve (approve with changes), the June 1, 2021 regular session meeting minutes.
Attachments
6-1-21 Draft Minutes
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
June 1, 2021
MEETING HELD VIA ZOOM
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Gambill called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Hal Bergsma, Commissioner
Bob Henderson, Commissioner
Jacob Herrington, Vice Chair
Ellen Hong, Commissioner
Daniel Sturmon, Commissioner
Celeste Gambill, Chair
Absent: Skeet Posey, Commissioner
Staff Present:Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
Joe Andrews, Chief Civil Deputy Attorney
Attendees: Melanie Barrett, Town Council Liaison
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Gambill recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Commission and audience.
CALL TO AUDIENCE
There were no speaker requests.
COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
Council Liaison Melanie Barrett provided an update on the budget process, as well as recent and upcoming
Planning related items on Town Council agendas.
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
1.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE MAY 4, 2021 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon, seconded by Commissioner Hal Bergsma to approve the
Motion by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon, seconded by Commissioner Hal Bergsma to approve the
May 4, 2021 regular session meeting minutes.
A roll call vote was taken:
- Commissioner Bergsma - Aye
- Commissioner Henderson - Aye
- Vice Chair Herrington - Aye
- Commissioner Hong - Aye
- Commissioner Sturmon - Aye
- Chair Gambill - Aye
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
2.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING REVISED CONCEPTUAL ARCHITECTURE
FOR DEVELOPMENT AREA C OF THE LA POSADA SENIOR LIVING FACILITY, LOCATED ON
THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NARANJA DRIVE AND 1ST AVENUE
Principal Planner Milini Simms provided a presentation that included the following:
- Purpose
- History
- Previously approved color and materials palette
- Design changes
- Design Principles - design
- Design Principles - scale, height and mass
- Design Principles - facade articulation
- Design Principles - screening and accessory structures
- Applicable design standards
- Summary and recommendation
Applicant Jay Silverberg with Genser Architects, provided a presentation that included the following:
- Architecture concept
- View from southeast
- Arrival view from southeast
- View of Arrival Plaza
- View of residential units at ends of wings
- View of five-story residential building
- View of residential building
- View of village courtyard
- Previously approved color and materials palette
Discussion ensued among the Commission and applicant.
Chair Gambill opened the public hearing.
- Oro Valley resident Peter March spoke on agenda item #2.
- Oro Valley resident Bruce Burgess spoke on agenda item #2.
Chair Gambill closed the public hearing.
Staff responded to the public speaker's comments.
Motion by Commissioner Hal Bergsma, seconded by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon to recommend
Motion by Commissioner Hal Bergsma, seconded by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon to recommend
approval of the revised conceptual architecture for Development Area C of the La Posada Senior Care
Living Facility based on the finding it is in conformance with the Nakoma Sky PAD, Design Principles
and applicable Design Standards.
A roll call vote was taken:
- Commissioner Bergsma - Aye
- Commissioner Henderson - Aye
- Vice Chair Herrington - Aye
- Commissioner Hong - Aye
- Commissioner Sturmon - Aye
- Chair Gambill - Aye
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
3.PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A PROPOSED ZONING
CODE AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 21 AND ASSOCIATED CHAPTERS TO REVISE THE
PLANNING DIVISION WORK PLAN ADOPTION PROCESS
Town Manager Mary Jacobs spoke on the reasoning for the change, emphasizing it will provide
consistency among the organization with how other department's work plans are conducted. Ms.
Jacobs explained the purpose of the Strategic Leadership Plan; mainly, it is the Town Council's
priorities that provide guidance to the town manager to implement. This change is not intended to
eliminate input from the Commission, as feedback is always welcomed. However, as an elected body,
it is ultimately Town Council's responsibility to set those priorities every two years.
Discussion ensued among the Commission and Ms. Jacobs.
Chair Gambill opened the public hearing.
There were no speaker requests.
Chair Gambill closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Hal Bergsma, to recommend approval of the proposed code amendment to
revise the Planning Division Work Plan adoption process, with the understanding that the Town Council
will formally establish the role of commissions and boards in the strategic planning process.
Motion dies for lack of a second.
Motion by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon, seconded by Vice Chair Jacob Herrington to recommend
approval of the proposed code amendment to revise the Planning Division Work Plan adoption process.
A roll call vote was taken:
- Commissioner Bergsma - Nay
- Commissioner Henderson - Aye
- Vice Chair Herrington - Aye
- Commissioner Hong - Aye
- Commissioner Sturmon - Aye
- Chair Gambill - Aye
Vote: 5 - 1 Carried
OPPOSED: Commissioner Hal Bergsma
PLANNING UPDATE (INFORMATIONAL ONLY)
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provided an update on agenda items for the next Commission meeting on July 6,
2021, as well as an update on when in-person meetings are expected to resume.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon, seconded by Vice Chair Jacob Herrington to adjourn the
meeting.
Chair Gambill adjourned the meeting at 6:59 p.m.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the
Town of Oro Valley Planning and Zoning Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 1st day of June, 2021. I
further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
___________________________
Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist
Planning & Zoning Commission 2.
Meeting Date:07/06/2021
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development
Case Number: 2101224
SUBJECT:
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON A CONCEPTUAL ARCHITECTURE FOR A PEDIATRIC DENTAL BUILDING LOCATED IN THE
MERCADO AT CAÑADA HILLS COMMERCIAL PLAZA, IN PROXIMITY TO THE NORTHEAST INTERSECTION OF LA CAÑADA DRIVE AND
LAMBERT LANE
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of this request is to consider Conceptual
Architecture for a new pediatric dental office (see
Attachment 1) in the Mercado at Cañada Hills Commercial
Center (outlined in orange on the image to the right),
located near the northeast corner of La Cañada Drive and
Lambert Lane.
The proposed dental office is a 4,673 sq.ft. single-story
building located on 0.42 acres of the approximately 8.16
acre larger commercial area (see blue outlined and shaded
area on the image to the right). The Development Plan,
including traffic circulation and all building sites, was
previously approved in July 2005.
The focus of this item is only on the architectural design.
The Planning and Zoning Commission is tasked with
providing a recommendation to Town Council, as the site
design was approved by Town Council in 2007.
The proposed Conceptual Architecture includes the
following:
A contemporary southwest design consistent with the
existing style in the Mercado at Cañada Hills
Commercial Center
Colors and materials including stucco finished walls,
exposed block, and steel similar to the existing
buildings on site that blend with the Sonoran Desert
Fully articulated and cohesive design on all four
sides of the building
Staff finds the request is in conformance with the Town's
Design Principles and applicable Design Standards, and
recommends approval.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The Planning and Zoning Commission's focus is on the architectural design only. The parameters for consideration are the building facade's
compliance with the Town's Design Principles (Section 22.9.D.5) and applicable design standards (Addendum A, Section 2.2). Details analyzing
the design for zoning conformance are provided below. Notable requirements are shown in italics, followed by staff commentary.
Existing Site Conditions:
Zoning: El Conquistador Country Club PAD, Area D (mixed residential and commercial)
Lot size: 0.42 acres
Approvals to Date:
November 1983: El Conquistador Country Club PAD zoning approved by Town Council
July 2005: Development Plan and Preliminary Plat for commercial plaza approved
April 2006: Public Art for commercial plaza approved
September 2007: Final Plat for commercial plaza approved
May 2012: CSP and Conceptual Architecture for adjacent fuel lot approved
December 2012: Minor Plat Amendment to adjust lot lines between fuel center and project site approved
September 2020: Revised Sign Criteria for commercial plaza approved
(Below: Development Plan for Mercado at Cañada Hills)
Design Principles (Section 22.9.D.5) review:
Section 22.9.D.5.b.i: Design: Building architectural design shall be appropriate for the climate and characteristics of the Sonoran Desert, including
indigenous and traditional textures, colors, and shapes found in and around Oro Valley. All development shall maintain and strengthen the high
quality of design exemplified in Oro Valley through project creativity and design excellence.
The project is coherent and uniform with existing approved architectural designs in the commercial center. The center as a whole is appropriate
for the climate and characteristics of the Sonoran Desert, and maintains and strengthens the high quality of design exemplified in Oro Valley. The
proposed dental office uses similar colors and materials to the existing center, and creates a consistent experience throughout the plaza.
Below: Existing structures within the Mercado at Cañada Hills commercial plaza.
Below: Colored elevations showing the view from each compass direction.
Section 22.9.D.5.b.ii: Scale, Height and Mass: Building scale, height and mass shall be consistent with the Town-approved intensity of the site,
designated scenic corridors, and valued mountain views. Buildings shall be designed to respect the scale of adjoining areas and should mitigate
the negative and functional impacts that arise from scale, bulk, and mass.
The proposed building height of 26 feet is within the approved allowance per the El Conquistador County Club PAD (which allows 38 feet) and is
compatible with surrounding uses and structures in Mercado at Cañada Hills. The single story building mass is broken up with columns, shade
awnings, and roofline variations including a tower, which mirrors other towers on the property.
Section 22.9.D.5.b.iii: Facade Articulation: All building facades shall be fully articulated, including variation in building massing, roof planes, wall
planes, and surface articulation. Architectural elements including, but not limited to, overhangs, trellises, projections, awnings, insets, material,
and texture shall be used to create visual interest that contributes to a building's character.
The proposed architecture includes a varied roofline, overhangs, and columns to provide fully articulated architecture and visual interest on all
four sides. Furthermore, the project uses a number of materials including exposed block, metal, and stucco.
Section 22.9.D.5.b.v: Screening: Building design and screening strategies shall be implemented to conceal the view of loading areas, refuse
enclosures, mechanical equipment, appurtenance, and utilities from adjacent public streets and neighborhoods.
Mechanical equipment is screened by parapets on the roof, and no new trash enclosure is proposed. The existing trash enclosure is screened to
Town standards.
Design Standards (Addendum A, Section 2.2) review:
The scale of development shall be appropriate to the land use type and promote human scale development - The project accomplishes this
through color and material variations, as well as the use of exposed block at the entrance and overhangs for shade on windows along the
north and south facades.
1.
Variations in rooflines shall be used to add interest and reduce the scale of larger buildings - The roofline is varied through the use of
columns and a tower featuring a sloped roof at the entrance.
2.
Use of historic architectural styles or a contemporary interpretation is encouraged - Design is a contemporary style that utilizes materials
and colors previously approved for other buildings in the commercial plaza. The stucco material, stone veneer and metal roof and shade
awnings are all common in Oro Valley, creating a contemporary design reflective of the Sonoran Desert and vernacular of the region.
3.
Visual impact of commercial buildings shall be moderated to reduce scale - The proposed building is relatively small, and the effect of other
design elements such as varied facades, materials, colors, and rooflines breaks the structure into smaller portions.
4.
Clearly articulated building entries and pedestrian elements - With a sloped roof over the entry and a glass wall lobby, the entrance is well
articulated and defined. Pedestrian elements include shade awnings and pedestrian scale stone veneer at the entrance as well as on
columns facing the sidewalk along the southern facade.
5.
Public Participation:
Public notice has been provided as follows:
Posting at Town Hall
Posting on the Town's websites
All affected HOAs
Summary and Recommendation
In summary, staff finds the conceptual architecture (Attachment 1) for this pediatric dental office meets the design principles and standards set
forth by Town Code, and as such recommends approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
The Planning and Zoning Commission may consider the following motions:
The Planning and Zoning Commission may consider the following motions:
I MOVE to recommend approval of the pediatric dental Conceptual Architecture based on the finding it is in conformance with the Design
Principles and design standards of the Oro Valley Zoning Code Revised.
OR
I MOVE to recommend denial of the pediatric dental Conceptual Architecture based on the finding ____________.
Attachments
Attachment 1 - Applicant Submittal
DAVIS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRYLOT 9AORO VALLEY, ARIZONAMERCADOScheme 5.1Dakota WheatSW 9023LRV 54Canyon ClaySW 6054LRV 13BaggueteSW 6123LRV 31CMU Color toMatch ExistingShopping Center
DAVIS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Scheme 5.1
LOT 9A ORO VALLEY, ARIZONAMERCADO
LOBBYHYG-1,2GASMECH.STORAGEO.M.CL.RECEPTIONWORKAREABREAKROOMT-1T-2T-3OFFICEF.R.JAN.STERILEPANOHYG-3,4HYG-5,6,7TODDLEROP-1T-4HYG.-8,9,10,11OP-2OP-3OP-4SVR.Scheme 5.2DAVIS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRYLOT 9AORO VALLEY, ARIZONAMERCADO
DAVIS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRYLOT 9A ORO VALLEY, ARIZONAMERCADO
Scheme 5.1
DAVIS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRYLOT 9A ORO VALLEY, ARIZONAMERCADO
Scheme 5.1