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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLUA16-000364_Report 1DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT A. ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE REPORT & DECISION DECISION: [8J APPROVED 0 APPROVED SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS REPORT DATE: June 10, 2016 Project Name: Renton Technical College Signs Variance Owner: Renton Technical College, 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 D DENIED Applicant: Scott Souchock, Maxwell Edwards LLC, 1620 Broadway Suite 210, Seattle, WA 98122 Contact: Barry Baker, Facilities Manager, Renton Technical College, 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 File Number: LUA16-000364, VAR Project Manager: Clark H. Close, Senior Planner Project Summary: Renton Technical College (RTC) is requesting a sign variance for the RTC Campus signage located at 3000 NE 4th St. The proposed sign variance includes retrofitting four (4) existing non-conforming freestanding entrance signs on Monroe Ave NE and re-facing one (1) existing campus monument sign at the corner of NE 7th St and Monroe Ave NE. No changes are proposed to the existing sign locations. The redesigned signs feature large prominent entrance numbers to support the college's wayshowing plans and provide parking information to drivers. The sign variance would allow the applicant to re-purpose the existing infrastructure of the existing signs. No on site or off-site trees would be removed as part of the sign improvements. Project Location: 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 Site Area: Project Location Map Admin Variance Report City of Renton Department of Commu RTC CAMPUS 5/GNAGE Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision WA16-000364, VAR Report of: June 10, 2016 Page 2 of8 I 8, EXHIBITS: The following exhibits were entered into the record: Exhibit 1: Exhibit 2: Exhibit 3: Exhibit 4: Exhibit 5: Exhibit 6: Exhibit 7: Exhibit 8: Staff Report Neighborhood Detail Map -Identifies Sign Locations (VA.21) Site Plan (VA.22) Entrance Sign Clear Vision Areas (VA.23) Entrance Signs on Monroe Ave NE (VA.01) Entrance Signs on Monroe Ave NE -Summary of Dimensions (VA.02) Photos of Existing Signs on Monroe Ave NE (VA.03) Pylon Sign (VA.04) i C. GENERAL INFORMATION: L Owner(s) of Record: Renton Technical College, 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA98056 2, Zoning Classification: Commercial Arterial (CA) Commercial & Mixed Use (CMU) 3. Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation: 4. Existing Site Use: 5. Critical Areas: Renton Technical College's Main Campus Wellhead Protection Zone 2, moderate landslide hazards and steep slopes 6. Neighborhood Characteristics: a. North: b. East: c. South: d. West: 7. Site Area: Residential Medium Density (RMD) Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation; Residential-8 DU/AC (R-8/ zone Residential Medium Density (RMD/, Residential High Density (RHD) and Commercial & Mixed Use (CMU) Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designations; Residential-8 DU/AC (R-8), Residential Mu/ti-Family (RMF) and Commercial Arterial (CA) zones Commercial & Mixed Use (CMU) Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation; Commercial Arterial (CA) zone Residential Medium Density (RMD/ Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation; Residentia/-8 DU/AC (R-8) zone Approximately 32 acres 11 °. HISTORICAL/BACKGROUND: Action Land Use File No. Ordinance No. Date Comprehensive Plan N/A 5758 06/22/2015 Zoning N/A 5758 06/22/2015 Annexation (Epstein) A-46-001 1246 04/16/1946 Admin Variance Report City of Renton Department of Commu RTC CAMPUS SIGNAGE Report of: June 101 2016 · Economic Development E. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE: 1. Chapter 2 Land Use Districts a. Section 4-2-020: Purpose and Intent of Zoning Districts 2. Chapter 4 City-Wide Property Development Standards a. Section 4-4-100: Sign Regulations 3. Chapter 11 Definitions F. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: 1. Land Use Element I G. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Administrative Report & Decision LUA16-000364, VAR Page 3 of 8 The proposed signs would include removing the existing sign cabinet, existing oval Illuminated logo sign cabinet and decorative mesh. The triangular top and post structure would be cut to leave two (2) posts at 64 inches (64") which would be painted gray. A new 5' by 8' (40 sf) LED-illuminated cabinet sign with two (2) identical aluminum faces would be installed 24 inches (24") above the ground surface. The sign graphics would be routed and backed with milk white acrylic except for the entrance number has a taupe or light tan translucent vinyl over the acrylic sign face. The body the sign includes two fields. The two-tone look includes a dark blue gray bottom from 24" to 64" (40"), above the ground, followed by a maroon top from 64" to 84" (20"). The top of the cabinet extends 20" above the height of the posts (Exhibit 5). The freestanding monument signs are numbered 1-4 and include parking lot information such as Pl, Pla, P12 or Public Health Seattle & King County (Exhibit 5). The Renton Technical College name and RTC are located at the top of the sign, the large number is located on the right of the sign and the parking lot information is located on the left portion of the sign within base color. The dimensions of each monument sign would be 84" tall by 108" wide. The sign cabinets face north and south along Monroe Ave NE. The existing non-illuminated double-faced pylon sign, located at the corner of NE 7th St and Monroe Ave NE, is proposed to be retrofitted with new graphics by re-skinning the sign with a new 1/8 inch thick aluminum panels painted maroon (PT-RD). Including the 6 ± inch base, the sign measures 60 feet wide by 102 ± feet tall (42.5 sf). The new sign face would read "RTC" at the top of the sign followed by "Renton Technical College" in 3 Y," letters (Exhibit 6). The combined area of the signs measures less than three hundred (300) square feet. Each individual business establishment in the commercial zone may have only one (1) freestanding sign for each street frontage. Each sign shall not exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1-1/2) square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage which the business occupies up to a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet; or if such sign is multi-faced, the maximum allowance shall not be more than three hundred (300) square feet. However, a maximum of one-half (1/2) of the allowed square footage is allowed on each face. Any nonconforming signage which was erected prior to the enactment of the Sign Code (September 9, 1974), or which was erected legally in accordance with the provisions of the sign ordinance in effect at the time of erection, or which has a valid building permit from the City may remain in use by the existing business only if there is no structural or electrical alteration is made (RMC 4-4-lOOD.6.b.iii). Therefore, an administrative variance is needed in order to simplify the structure of the sign and add power to internally illuminate each of the four (4) free standing monument signs. The existing posts and footers would be retained in place and the overall height would be reduced from eight feet (8') to seven feet (7') as part of the retrofit. Admin Variance Report City of Renton Department of Commut RTC CAMPUS SIGNAGE Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision LUA16-000364, VAR Report of; June 10, 2016 Page 4 of 8 I H. FINDINGS OF FACT {FOF}: 1. The applicant is requesting an administrative variance from RMC 4-4-lOOG.6 in order to retrofitting four (4) existing non-conforming freestanding entrance signs on Monroe Ave NE and re-facing one (1) existing campus monument sign at the corner of NE 7th St and Monroe Ave NE. Although the variance request does not include any additional signage the number of existing freestanding monument signs exceeds the number of allowed freestanding signs for commercial buildings on each street frontage. 2. The applicant's submittal material complies with the requirements necessary to process a variance request. The applicant's site plan and proposed site plan and sign photos simulations are provided as Exhibit 3 and Exhibit 7. 3. The subject parcel is surrounded by existing commercial uses, multi-family and residential uses to the east, commercial uses to the south, and residential use to the north and west. The subject site is actively renovating and replacing several single story structures within the Automotive Complex area of the main campus. 4. The property is located within the Commercial & Mixed Use (CMU) Comprehensive Plan land use designation. 5. The subject property is within the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone and Urban Design -District D. 6. The site slopes from east to west at varying slopes, with elevations from 382 feet at the intersection of NE 7th St and Monroe Ave NE to 322 feet at the intersection of Jefferson Ave NE and Kirkland Ave NE. The site slopes the steepest between the structures on the west side of campus and the parking lots on the east side of campus. Stormwater from the campus discharges through a private storm system along the western edge of the campus and then routed to the public storm system in Kirkland Ave NE. The site is approximately seventy one percent (71%) impervious. 7. Renton Technical College is located on 31.9 acres (l,390,S77 square feet) at 3000 NE 4th St in Renton, Washington. The College occupies four (4) parcels (Parcel Numbers 7227800425, -0450, -0475, and -0500). The locations of the signs are on parcel numbers 7227800500 and 7227800425 (Exhibit 2). 8. Twelve permanent structures and four portable buildings house the majority of the training facilities. The year 2016 will mark Renton Technical College's 75th anniversary. 9. Variance Analysis: The variance would allow the applicant to exceed the maximum height of the freestanding ground-related monument signs of five feet (5') above finished grade, including the support structure. The proposal is compliant with the following variance criteria, pursuant to RMC 4-9-250. Therefore, staff recommends approval of the requested Variance. Compliance Variance Criteria and AnalV5i$0 ~ I ;; .. . . .. a. That the applicant suffers practical difficulties and unnecessary hardship and the variance is necessary because of special circumstances applicable to subject property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings of the subject property, and the strict application of the Zoning Code is found to deprive subject property owner of rights and privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zone classification. ,/ Staff Comment: The applicant contends that without granting the variance, practical difficulties exist and that the strict interpretation of the sign regulations would deprive them of privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity. The applicant maintains practical difficulties exist by reason of the designated campus entrances reduced visibility, especially due ta the obstacle created by parked cars along the west side of Monroe Ave NE within the public right-of-way. The sign variance would allow the applicant to retain a sign height greater than the allowed five foot (5'/ height limit while still maintaining o height Admin Variance Report City of Renton Department of Com mu RTC CAMPUS 5/GNAGE Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision LUA16-000364, VAR Report of: June 10, 2016 ,/ Admin Variance Report Page 5 of 8 visible above the average height of o parked car, approximately five foot four inches /5'-4"). The applicant contends that the retrofit includes an overall one foot /1') reduction to the height of the four /4) existing freestanding monument signs. The applicant notes that the additional two feet /2') of open space beneath the signs a/laws better visibility as outlined in Crime Prevention through Environmental Design {CPTED) guidelines. The applicant states that a major wayfinding obstacle faced by the College is the disconnect between their official street address, 3000 NE 4th Street, and the inability to access the college on NE 4th St. Because all entrances to RTC are from Monroe Ave NE, the College finds it especially important that the signs are tall enough to confirm parking and access ta the main campus from each of the four /4) accessible entry paints on Monroe Ave NE. A similar size sign and the additional two /2) feet in height makes it easier for drivers to see the signs and locate the appropriate entrance to avoid congestion or accidents caused by confused drivers. The applicant maintains that the redesigned cabinets would create features, such as prominent entrance numbers, that are large enough to suppart RTC's wayshawing plans and prepare drivers in advance as to which entrance is most convenient to their planned destination. The applicant contends that the additional height, above the top of the parked cars along the street, would provide significant markers and set up visual expectations reassuring drivers that they are in the right location while preparing them to make a smooth transition into the campus parking areas. As part of the College's 75th anniversary, RTC also wants to retain the existing dimensions of the pylon sign at the corner of Monroe Ave NE and NE 7th Street. The applicant proposes to retrofit the exterior with 1/8" thick aluminum panels featuring a monolithic rather than a two part look. The applicant has indicated that the existing height /8.5') is preferred due ta limited sightlines to campus at this corner, and the desire to keep the project fiscally feasible. Staff has reviewed the proposed variance request and concurs that the requirement to reduce the height of the signs to five feet may cause the unnecessary hardship. Currently there is not enough parking at RTC main campus and overflow parking spills out onto Monroe Ave NE. Staff has reviewed the proposed variance request and concurs that there are special circumstances for allowing the applicant to retain the existing number of signs and a taller freestanding monument sign would improve students ability to locate and access the College. Staff also concurs that other commercial property owners in the vicinity have signs above the current five foot /5') height limitation and that the strict interpretation of the sign regulations would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by nearby properties. b. That the granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which subject property is situated. Staff Comment: The applicant contends that by granting of the variance it would not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which subject property is situated based an two factors. First, the height of the new signs ore lower than the existing signs by one foot /1') and second, the height of the new signs are just tall enough that RTC campus visitors can more easily find the site entrances to improve traffic flow on Monroe Ave NE. The applicant maintains that the contemporary aesthetic design of the signs would be beneficial by improving the curb appeal along Monroe Ave NE for those affiliated with the College. Staff has reviewed the applicant's justifications and concurs with their analysis and finds that City of Renton Department of Com mu RTC CAMPUS SIGNAGE , Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision LUA16-000364, VAR Report of: June 10, 2016 ,/ ,/ 1 ,. CONCLUSIONS: Page 6 of 8 the signs would not be enlarged beyond their current sizes. In fact, the new signs would be lowered to better conform to current municipal code. In addition, the reuse of the existing sign posts would limit the amount of ground disturbance that would occur if the applicant were required to remove the signs posts and install new monument signs. The granting of the variance would not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the subject property is situated based on the scale and location af the proposed signs. c. That approval shall not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitation upon uses of other properties in the vicinity and zone in which the subject property is situated. Stoff Comment: The applicant contends that the approval of the variance would not be considered o special privilege due to the challenges of existing site conditions and the desire to improve safety and woyfinding. The applicant maintains that the reuse of the existing infrastructure is o responsible, sustainable approach to upgrading campus signoge. Staff hos reviewed the applicant's justifications and concurs that the granting of the variance would not constitute o grant of special privilege inconsistent with other properties in the vicinity and the some zoning designation. The granting of this variance through the replacement of the old eight foot (8') toll monument signs with new seven foot (7'} monument signs at the campus entrances is more consistent with Renton Municipal Code than the neighboring commercial properties of the same zoning designation. The approval of the reuse of the existing posts would allow the applicant to install o sign of similar size to what currently present onsite. d. That the approval is a minimum variance that will accomplish the desired purpose. Stoff Comment: The applicant contends that the combination of dense street trees, on-street parking and substantial grade changes across the site create obstacles to signoge sightlines and that the approval of the variance is the minimum necessary to accomplish the desired purpose of improved institutional visibility. The applicant maintains that the signs would help to clarify access points to the campus and adjacent parking areas that sit well below street elevations. Stoff reviewed the variance request and concludes that the proposed location and sizes of the freestanding signs would be the minimum required variance to be visible to the institutional facility, students, instructors, and visitors to RTC main campus. 1. The sign regulations limit the height and number of freestanding monument signs within Urban Design Areas. The applicant is requesting approval to retrofit and reuse four (4) existing freestanding monument sign posts and reface one (1) pylon sign, see FOF 1. 2. The subject site is located at Renton Technical College, 3000 NE 4th St, within the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone and Urban Design District D, see FOF 5 and FOF 7. 3. The requested variance meets the four (4) criteria to be considered in making a decision on a variance request as specified in RMC 4-9-2508.5. The analysis of the proposal according to variance criteria is found in the body of the Staff Report, see FOF 9. Admin Variance Report City of Renton Department of Commu RTC CAMPUS SIGNAGE Report of: June 10, 2016 ~ J, DECISION: , Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision LUA16-000364, VAR Page 7 of 8 The Administrative Variance for the Renton Technical College Sign Variance, File No. LUA16-000364, is hereby approved. DATE OF DECISION ON LAND USE ACTION: SIGNATURE: Jenn~l~~Jir Department af Community & Economic Development TRANSMITTED this 10th day of June, 2016 to the Contact/Applicant/Owner: Contact: Barry Baker, Facilities Manager, Renton Technical College, 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 Applicant: Scott Souchock, Maxwell Edwards LLC, 1620 Broadway Suite 210, Seattle, WA 98122 TRANSMITTED this 10th day of June, 2016 to the Party/ies) of Record: No Parties of Record TRANSMITTED this 10th day of June, 2016 to the following: Chip Vincent, CED Administrator Craig Burnell, Building Official Brianne Bannwarth, Development Services Manager Vanessa Dolbee, Current Planning Manager Fire Marshal Renton Reporter Owner af Parcel Renton Technical College 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 H. LAND USE ACTION APPEALS, REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION, & EXPIRATION The administrative land use decision will become final if the decision is not appealed within 14 days of the effective date of decision. APPEAL: This administrative land use decision will become final if not appealed in writing to the Hearing Examiner on or before 5:00 PM on June 24, 2016. An appeal of the decision must be filed within the 14-day appeal period (RCW 43.21.C.075(3); WAC 197-11-680). Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, (425) 430-6510. Appeals must be filed in writing, together with the required fee to the Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. RECONSIDERATION: Within 14 days of the effective date of decision, any party may request that the decision be reopened by the approval body. The approval body may modify his decision if material evidence not readily discoverable prior to the original decision is found or if he finds there was misrepresentation of fact. After review of the reconsideration request, if the approval body finds sufficient evidence to amend the original decision, there will be no further extension of the appeal period. Any person wishing to take further action must file a formal appeal within the 14-day appeal time frame. Admin Variance Report City of Renton Department of Commu RTC CAMPUS 5/GNAGE Report of: June 10, 2016 I Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision WA16·000364, VAR Page 8 of 8 EXPIRATION: The variance(s) approval will expire two (2) years from the date of decision. A variance one (1) year extension may be requested pursuant to RMC 4-9-250B.17. THE APPEARANCE OF FAIRNESS DOCTRINE: provides that no ex pa rte (private one-on-one) communications may occur concerning the land use decision. The Doctrine applies not only to the initial decision, but to Appeals to the Hearing Examiner as well. All communications after the decision/approval date must be made in writing through the Hearing Examiner. All communications are public record and this permits all interested parties to know the contents of the communication and would allow them to openly rebut the evidence in writing. Any violation of this doctrine could result in the invalidation of the appeal by the Court. Admin Variance Report DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT A. ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE REPORT & DECISION DECISION: REPORT DA TE: Project Name: Owner: Applicant: Contact: File Number: Project Manager: Project Summary: Project Location: Site Area: [8J APPROVED D APPROVED SUBJECT TO CONDITIOl\€0NC ~ June 10, 2016 DATE 1° <r//{, ' _;;:::. ~~A,9'/t: Renton Technical College Signs Variance i ,: --- Renton Technical College, 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98 \/d'-"'0 IV,1/./_ I I , - • I -~ I ' .. Scott Sou chock, Maxwell Edwards LLC, 1620 Broadway Su te iI~, ~eattle, \ '" '~lLL ' Barry Baker, Facilities Manager, Renton Technical College; ,nnn "" ••~ 0 • ,0 -•--1At/\ nonc:c LUA16-000364, VAR Clark H. Close, Senior Planner Renton Technical College (RTC) is requesting a sign variance for the RTC Campus signage located at 3000 NE 4th St. The proposed sign variance includes retrofitting four (4) existing non-conforming freestanding entrance signs on Monroe Ave NE and re-facing one (1) existing campus monument sign at the corner of NE 7th St and Monroe Ave NE. No changes are proposed to the existing sign locations. The redesigned signs feature large prominent entrance numbers to support the college's wayshowing plans and provide parking information to drivers. The sign variance would allow the applicant to re-purpose the existing infrastructure of the existing signs. No onsite or off-site trees would be removed as part of the sign improvements. 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 Approximately 32 acres Project Location Map Admin Variance Report Leslie Betlach --------Renton® Plan Review Routing Slip Plan Number: Site Address: LUA16-000364 3000 NE 4TH ST Name: Renton Technical College Sign Variance Description: Renton Technical College (RTC) is requesting a sign variance for the RTC Campus signage located at 3000 NE 4th St. The proposed sign variance includes retrofitting four (4) existing, free-standing entrance signs on Monroe Ave NE and re-facing one (1) existing campus monument sign at the corner of NE 7th St and Monroe Ave NE. No changes are proposed to the existing sign locations. The redesigned signs feature large, prominent entrance numbers to support the college's wayshowing plans and provide parking information to drivers. The sign variance would allow the applicant to re-purpose the existing infrastructure of the existing signs. No onsite or off-site trees would be removed as part of the sign improvements. Review Type: Date Assigned: Community Services Review-Version 1 05/16/2016 Date Due: 05/31/2016 Project Manager: Clark Close Environmental Impact Earth Animals Air Environmental Health Water Energy/Natura I Resources Plants Housing Land/Shoreline Use Aesthetics Where to enter your comments: Manage My Reviews Which types of comments should be entered: Light/Glare Historic/Cultural Preservation Recreation Airport Environ men ta I Uti Ii ti es 10,000 Feet Transportation 14,000 Feet Public Service Recommendation -Comments that impact the project including any of the Enivornmental Impacts above. Correction -Corrections to the project that need to be made before the review can be completed and /or requesting submittal of additional documentation and/or resubmittal of existing documentation. What statuses should be used: Reviewed -I have reviewed the project and have no comments. Reviewed with Comments -I have reviewed the project and and I have comments entered in Recommendations. Correction/Resubmit -I have reviewed the project and the applicant needs to submit and/or resubmit documentation and I have added corrections in Corrections. 5-l}j-1/(Z Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date NOTICE OF APPLICATION lht!II D rtm,nt,;,ICOmmunity.lE<.onomlcD1volopm<Hll "Mntor P.P!'li<lltion hH b .. n filad ,nd ><cop'<:_ W: 11 ,~•llydua1bH<h• "l'PIIO!!<>n •nd ,t.., n,co,....,. (C.01-Plann~ID~onalth<,CltyatRorr<on.,.,, o DWll1 Publkalppra .. l<. DAU:: OF NOTICE OF APPUC.lTIOtl, PROJECT LOCATION: APPl.lCAl<T CONTACT PERSON• PROJECT CDNTACf PERSON: DATE OF APPUCATION: 301)1l Nla 4lh S<. ~nlun, WA 9BDS6 v,~,n,e S<on Souclrnclt. 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P,annln1 DM,lon, lOSS IO\llh GcadyWa~, R,nton, W SO · f,lo Name/ Na.: RTC C,mpu,S11••i10/LUA16-00[ll64, VM NAME=--------------===;;:----------= MAIUNGADDRESS -----------C!TY/STAC./ZIP·------- TR<PHONE:fil; _________ _ CERTIFICATION I, C~ ii. 0{L)<,C , hereby certify that if copies of the above document were posted in____£__ conspicuous places or nearby the described property on Date:. __ S=--+-/_f 6 ..... /-'-!"--~----- STATE OF WASHINGTON ss COUNTY OF KING Signed:._.....1.,~.::i.~a:::.,.-=...::....,,c.c...:4.-,_,._/-·~.,2.=------- I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that C\~,IL \\ C\o,e signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. JI~ Yc1;2..1JJb Nata ublic in and for the State of Washington Notary (Print) : _ __,\J .. o.,.I 1~)k'l--__;1:i;a:i:vuie.;;· ':'>>-------- My appointment expi res: __ .1:"~µU..::;._'....:-"--'"q+-""'""001=1~------l.\·1~1, 1 :t '"" I 0( I •------Denis Law :-·P"'i •. City of . ----~M:a:yo:, ___ .............. -1 I)). ~ l -L~<sfo tlt@Y_fi l May 16, 2016 Barry Baker Renton Technical College 3000 NE 4th St Renton,\NA 98056 Community & Economic Development Department CE. "Chip"Vincent, Administrator Subject: Notice of Complete Application RTC Campus Signage, LUAlG-000634, VAR Dear Mr. Baker: The Planning Division of the City of Renton has determined that the subject application is complete according to submittal requirements and, therefore, is accepted for review. You will be notified if any additional information is required to continue processing your application. Please contact me at (425) 430-7289 if you have any questions. Sincerely, Clark H. Close Senior Planner cc: Renton Technical College/ Owner(s) Scott Souchock / Applicant Renton City Hall • 1055 South Grady Way • Renton, Washington 98057 • rentonwa.gov NOTICE OF APPLICATION A Master Application has been filed and accepted with the Department of Community & Economic Development (CED}-Planning Division of the City of Renton. The following briefly describes the application and the necessary Public Approvals. DATE OF NOTICE OF APPLICATION: May 16, 2016 PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: RTC Campus Signage / LUA16-000364, VAR PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Renton Technical College {RTC) is requesting a sign variance for the RTC Campus signage located at 3000 NE 4th St. The proposed sign variance includes retrofitting four (4) existing, free- standing entrance signs on Monroe Ave NE and re-facing one (1) existing campus monument sign at the corner of NE 7th St and Monroe Ave NE. No changes are proposed to the existing sign locations. The redesigned signs feature large, prominent entrance numbers to support the college's wayshowing plans and provide parking information to drivers. The sign variance would allow the applicant to re-purpose the existing infrastructure of the existing signs. No onsite or off- site trees would be removed as part of the sign improvements. PROJECT LOCATION: PERMITS/REVIEW REQUESTED: APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON: PROJECT CONTACT PERSON: 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 Variance Scott Souchock, Maxwell Edwards LLC / 1620 Broadway Suite 210 / Seattle, WA 98122 / 206-257-5573 / scott@maxwelledwards.com Barry Baker, Facilities Manager, Renton Tedrnical College/ 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 / 425-235-5839 / bbaker@rtc.edu Comments on the above application must be submitted in writing to Clark H. Close, Senior Planner, Department of Community & Economic Development, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, by 5:00 p.m. on May 31, 2016. lf you have questions about this proposal, or wish to be made a party of record and receive additional notification by mail, contact the Project Manager at (425) 430-7289. Anyone who submits written comments will automatically become a party of record and will be notified of any decision on this project. PLEASE INCLUDE THE PROJECT NUMBER WHEN CALLING FOR PROPER FILE IDENTIFICATION DATE OF APPLICATION: MAY 9, 2016 NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION: MAY 16, 2016 ; If you would like to be made a party of record to receive further information on this proposed project, complete this form and return to: City of Renton, CED, Planning Division, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. 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Entranc:• s;gn Clear Vision Ar••, VA.23 ·---U£.11.L-- Print Form Reset Form Save Form DEPARTMENT OF COMMI Y AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -------• ..... -Renton® Planning Division LAND USE PERMIT MASTER APPLICATION PROPERTY OWNER(S) PROJECT INFORMATION NAME: Renton Technical College PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME: Campus Signage ADDRESS: 3000 NE 4th Street PROJECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE: 3000 NE 4th Street, Renton WA 98056 CITY: Renton ZIP: 98056 TELEPHONE NUMBER: (425) 235-2352 KING COUNTY ASSESSOR'S ACCOUNT NUMBER($): 7227800475 APPLICANT (if other than owner) 7227800425 NAME: Scott Souchock EXISTING LAND USE(S): Other Government Offices & Facilities: School COMPANY (o applicable): Maxwell Edwards LLC PROPOSED LAND USE(S): Other Government Offices & Facilities: School EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION: ADDRESS: 1620 Broadway Suite 210 CA-Commercial Arterial PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION CITY: Seattle ZIP: 98122 (if applicable) N/A TELEPHONE NUMBER: (206) 257-5573 EXISTING ZONING: CA-Commercial Arterial CONTACT PERSON PROPOSED ZONING (o applicable): N/A NAME: Barry Baker, Facilities Manager SITE AREA (in square feet): 145,200 SF SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE COMPANY (if applicable): Renton Technical College DEDICATED: 0 SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENTS: ADDRESS: 3000 NE 4th Street 0 PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET CITY: Renton ZIP: 98056 ACRE (if applicable) N/A TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS: NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable) (425) 235-5839 N/A bbaker@rtc.edu NUMBER OF NEW DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): N/A 1 H:\CED\Data\Forms-Templates\Self-Help Handouts\Planning\Master Application.doc Rev: 08/2015 • • PROJECT INFORMATION (continued) ..:.::c..:...:-'-'=-=---'-C-'-"-----------, NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): PROJECT VALUE: N/A $32,000 SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable): SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): N/A SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL 0 AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA ONE 0 AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA TWO BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): N/A NET FLOOR AREA ON NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE NEW PROJECT (if applicable): To remain the same . - 0 FLOOD HAZARD AREA 0 GEOLOGIC HAZARD 0 HABITAT CONSERVATION 0 SHORELINE STREAMS & LAKES 0 WETLANDS LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ___ sq.ft. ___ sq.ft. ___ sq. ft. ___ sq.ft. ___ sq. ft . (Attach leaal description on separate sheet with the followina infonnation included) SITUATE IN THE SW QUARTER OF SECTION _9_, TOWNSHIP~, RANGE _s_, IN THE CITY OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP I, (Print Name/s) ' IZ,{L ~A;c~ , declare under penalty of perjury und~ laws of the State of Washington that I am (please check one) the current owner of the property involved in this application or Ll:::J the authorized representative to act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing statements and answers herein contained and the information herewith are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. cJ /1..,ti I I (c Date Signature of Owner/Representative Date STATE OF WASHINGTON) ) ss COUNTY OF KING ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that ..,-,,'i-,?Y¥.=~c..,J~'-""'.!1<!=~::e_~-,.,---,-signed this instrument and acknowledge it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the use nd purpose mentioned in the instrument. ~-R i,z JPtw Dal 1,,i11111111, ,.,,,,, ,1111 ,,,,,,. "" ~, ......... 'I;, f' .. -~;;,,, u;;,;~·-. ~ $ .-, , .. ~ i /:, •• , .. , \ 1 :: ._. t: :: _.,. := -. ~ .• -~ '· l'UI\.~ ~io ~ ~ \ .. ~/"-$ Notary Public in and for the State of Washington l3eers Notary (Print): My appointment expires: -;. ,, ', .• ,,,. ,-; . ·:... (t .::--:.. >'~;; ... r. 1•:.·::..~ ,.::-2 .,,,,;,,, ;;,·;,· .... ~,,,, H:\CED\Data\Forri!lr11111,J~tt\\~lf-Help Handouts\Planning\Master Application.doc Rev: 08/2D15 ,".' • Renton Technical College • 3000 NEFourth Street • Renton,WA 98056-4195 • 425.235.2352 • www.RTC.edu • ' DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -------Renton 0 WAIVER OF SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LAND USE APPLICATIONS Planning Division 1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057 Phone: 425-430-7200 I www.rentonwa.gov LAND USE PERMIT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: WAIVED MODIFIED BY: BY: COMMENTS: Arborist Report, i'.ftt(._ V"'t.6( O~cMtO t.ml,iY2.. Biological Assessment 4 Calculations 1 Colored Maps for Display 4 {..,{'.jL..1, Construction Mitigation Description 2 ANo 4 Deed of Right-of-Way Dedication 1 Density Worksheet 4 vf/--r..... Drainage Control Plan, Drainage Report, Elevations, Architectural 3 ANO• (.;f/1_. !,'/Nv ,0,4CJ:. lh:,r.- Environmental Checklist, Existing Covenants (Recorded Copy) 1 ANO, Existing Easements (Recorded Copy) 1 ANo, Flood Hazard Data, C1/-C..- Floor Plans a AND, {A4-c- ' Geotechnical Report, AND, &,.--.. ,-.--lv,' . ,,J.J . . . ' /1 ~.,. .-, -: :1 ...... ·:-T . ..,_~ ..r,_~-r.-~-,1'..._.-, Grading Elevations & Plan, Conceptual, ~ s»f ~~-1,c~ ,(/,,.._ ~ _, I J (/ , , ·-OJ-ur S,k.__ -' -- Grading Elevations & Plan, Detailed, S'jH1riu&,;<r11 V Habitat Data Report, Un- _, Improvement Deferral , Irrigation Pian 4 DATE: ? 7/ /£, -----"-'--'--'-------------- 1 H:\CE D\Oata\Forms-Templates\Self-Help Handouts\Planning\ Waiversubmittalreqs.docx Rev:08/2015 LAND USE PERMIT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: WAIVED MODIFIED COMMENTS: BY: BY: King County Assessor's Map Indicating Site 4 Landscape Plan, Conceptual• Landscape Plan, Detailed 4 Legal Description 4 Letter of Understanding of Geological Risk 4 0/tt-- Map of Existing Site Conditions 4 Master Application Form 4 Monument Cards (one per monument) 1 Neighborhood Detail Map• Overall Plat Plan 4 Parking, Lot Coverage & Landscaping Analysis 4 Plan Reductions (PMTs) 4 Post Office Approval , Plat Name Reservation• Plat Plan, Preapplication Meeting Summary, utt-l,- Public Works Approval Letter, Rehabilitation Plan 4 Screening Detail 4 Shoreline Tracking Worksheet, Site Pian , ANO, Stream or Lake Study, Standard 4 vltz-.-- Stream or Lake Study, Supplemental 4 Stream or Lake Mitigation Plan 4 Street Profiles, Title Report or Plat Certificate , AND• C-tr-L U/v'Li!C{ DL'TYI\Jl'\/1WY1 LJ~'TYlt-. Topography Map, Traffic Study, Tree Cutting/Land Clearing Plan 4 Urban Design Regulations Analysis 4 Utilities Plan, Generalized 2 flv' l',,7, -~("' j..,:.,;j/~f-C/ti"'-· ,1 I , .; -,..u,•" , i J .,_,:, '-· ... -~ · · Wetlands Mitigation Plan, Final 4 ' I ' Wetlands Mitigation Plan, Preliminary, 2 H :\CED\Data\Forms-Templates\Self-Help Handouts\Planning\ Wa iversubmittalreqs.docx Rev: 08/2015 LAND USE PERMIT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Wetlands Report/Delineation 4 Wireless: Applicant Agreement Statement, AND, Inventory of Existing Sites 2 AND 3 lease Agreement, Draft l AND, Map of Existing Site Conditions lAND 3 Map of View Area , AND, Photosimulations lAND, This Requirement may be waived by: 1. Property Services 2 Development Engineering Plan Review 3 Building 4 Planning WAIVED MODIFIED BY: BY: cw-c... 3 H:\CED\Data\Forms-Templates\Self-Help Handouts\Planning\Waiversubmittalreqs.docx COMMENTS: Rev:08/2015 Project Narrative Project Name, Size, and Location of Site Renton Technical College Campus Signage Renton Technical College is located in the City of Renton, between NE 4th Street and NE 7th Street, and Jefferson Avenue NE, Kirkland Avenue NE, and Monroe Avenue NE. Signage project includes retrofitting four existing, free-standing site entrance signs on Monroe Avenue by simplifying the structure and adding new faces in the college's updated brand. The signs will remain in their current locations. Project also includes re-facing the existing campus monument sign on the corner of NE 7th Street and Monroe Avenue NE. Sizes and area of the sign are indicated in the attached drawings. No building area is being constructed in conjunction with this project. No landscape improvements around the signs are planned in conjunction with the sign project work. However, the college is in the middle of it's master planning effort for which landscaping is a part. No street trees or property trees changes will be made as part of the sign project work. Project timeline is coordinated to be substantially complete by the institution's 75th anniversary celebration in early October 2016. Land use permits required for proposed project None. Zoning designation of the site and adjacent properties Project Site: CA. West and North of Site: R-8. East of site: CA, RM-F, and R-8. Current use of the site and any existing improvements Existing site is educational institution, Renton Technical College. Application for Variance, Project Narrative 1 Special site features Substantial grade changes between NE 4th and NE 7th Streets. Signs will help to clarify access points to the campus and adjacent parking areas that sit well below street elevation. Combination of dense street trees and on-street parking along Monroe Avenue create obstacles to signage sightlines. Additional height will aid in visibility of signs. Statement addressing soil type and drainage conditions Not applicable to this project and variance request. Proposed us of the property and scope of the proposed development No change from existing use. For plats indicate the proposed number, net density, and range of sizes (net lot area) of the new lots. Not applicable to this project and variance request. Proposed off-site improvements None for this project and variance request. Total estimate construction costs and estimated fair market value of the proposed project $32,000. Estimate quantities and types of materials involved if any fill or excavation is proposed Not applicable to this project and variance request. Number, type, and size of any trees to be removed No trees are planned for removal as part of this project and variance request. Explanation of any land to be dedicated to the City None for this project and variance request. Any proposed job shacks, sales trailers, and/or model homes None for this project and variance request. Application for Variance, Project Narrative 2 Any proposed modifications being requested No proposed modifications for this project and variance request. Site is not within 100 feet of a stream or wetland. Site is not located within 200 feet of the Black River, Cedar River, Springbrook Creek, May Creek, or Lake Washington. Application for Variance, Project Narrative 3 Variance Request Justification The applicant suffers practical difficulties and unnecessary hardship and the variance is necessary because of special circumstances applicable to subject property, including size, shape, topography, and location or surroundings of the subject property, and the strict application of the Zoning Code is found to deprive subject property owner of rights and privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zone classification; Without granting of this variance, Renton Technical College suffers practical difficulties because the signs to the College entrances will have reduced visibility, especially due to the obstacle created by cars parked in on-street stalls along the west side of Monroe Avenue NE. The College seeks a height variance to 7' -0" from code-specified 5' -0" to enhance visibility above the average height of a parked car which is 5'-4". The modified height does, however, represent an overall 1' -0" reduction from the existing sign height. The additional 2' of height also allows better visibility beneath the signs as outlined in CPTED's (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) guidelines for visibility. A major wayfinding obstacle faced by the College is the disconnect between their official street address (3000 NE 4th Street) and the inability to access the college on NE 4th Street. Since all entrances to the College are from Monroe Avenue NE it is especially important that the signs be tall enough to assure drivers of the main campus entry points. The additional height makes it easier for drivers to see the signs and locate the appropriate entrance to avoid congestion or accidents caused by confused drivers. A key element of the redesign is to feature large, prominent entrance numbers on the signs to support the college's wayshowing plans and prepare drivers in advance as to which entrance is most convenient to their planned destination. Additional height, above the top of the cars parked along the street, will provide significant markers and set up visual expectations reassuring drivers that they are in the right location and preparing them to make a smooth transition into the campus parking areas. The College also wants to maintain and retrofit the existing pylon sign at the corner of Monroe Avenue NE and NE 7th Street. The sign will be exactly the same dimensions as the current sign but will feature a monolithic rather than two part look. The existing height is preferred due to limited sightlines to campus at this corner, and the desire to keep the project fiscally feasible. Application for Variance, Variance Request Justification 1 The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which subject property is situated; Granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which subject property is situated because the new signs are lower than the existing signs, but high enough that College visitors can more easily find the site entrances to improve traffic flow on Monroe Avenue NE. The new design is beneficial since the updated, contemporary aesthetic will greatly improve the curb appeal along Monroe Avenue NE for those affiliated with the college as well as the City and its residents. The approval shall not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitation upon uses of other properties in the vicinity and zone in which the subject property is situated; and The requested variance is not a special privilege due to challenges of existing site conditions and the desire to improve safety and wayfinding. Re-using existing infrastructure is a responsible, sustainable approach to this upgrade. The approval is the minimum variance that will accomplish the desired purpose. The requested height variance is the minimum variance that accomplishes the desired purpose of improved institutional visibility; clarifying site access points to drivers and pedestrians while aesthetically upgrading both Renton Technical College and the adjacent Monroe Avenue streetscape. Application for Variance, Variance Request Justification 2 Application for Variance to Sign Code Requirement for Renton Technical College 2016.04.30 Prepared by: Scott Souchock Maxwell Edwards LLC 1620 Broadway Suite 210 Seattle WA 98122 206.257 .5573 In conjunction with: McGranahan Architects 2111 Pacific Suite 100 Tacoma WA 98402 206.383.3084 For: Renton Technical College 3000 NE 4th Street Renton WA 98056 425.235.2352 RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE 3000 N.E. FOURTH STREET RENTON, WA 98056-4123 ,-•v •~v-•~, • ,,,... Invoice Date Invoice Number 04/27/16 WARRANT ~ DETACH AND RETAIN THIS STATEMENT ,., .. ·~ .. -·. -·· ·-.. . .. -· .. -···---·. Description P.O. Number SIGNAGE VARIANCE PERMIT TOTAL No. 0255343 ---. Invoice Amount Discount Total $1,236.00 $1,236.00 $1,236.00 ' RECEIPT EG00053679 BILLING CONT ACT RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE 3000 NE 4th St Renton, WA 98056 REFERENCE NUMBER FEE NAME .-.," ' ,_,-... , '""''='"'""''' '"'""'"' LUA16-000364 PLAN -Variance Technology Fee Printed On: May 10, 2016 Prepared By: Clark Clase R ClfYOF ~ __ __,,,,..,. entonv TRANSACTION TYPE ' ' ''' ,, ' ···~» Fee Payment Fee Payment 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 Transaction Date: May 10, 2016 PAYMENT METHOD Check #0255343 Check #0255343 SUB TOTAL TOTAL AMOUNT PAID $1,200.00 $36.00 $1,236.00 $1,236.00 Page 1 of 1 Maxwell Edwards LLC 1620 Broadway Su ite 210 Seattle WA 98122 206.257.5573 maxwelled wards.com Pro}cct !,ddress Renton Technical College 3000 NE 4th St Ren ton WA 98056 -4123 Project Name Renton Tech nical College Campus Si gnage Notes 1. Yellow tr ia ng l es r epresen t 20'-0 " cl ear vis i o n ar eas as de fin ed by Ci t y o f Ren to n Mu ni ci pa l Code . 2. The base map is Goog l e Earth i n lieu of sur v eyed field measure me nts . As a re sult so me dime ns i o ns may be slightly off. 3 . Red bars rep r esent t he ex i st i ng ty pe ENT sign s th at fo r w h i c h r etrofitting i s p lan ne d . Ofawmg Title Entrance Sign Clear Vision Area s MCG004 VA.23 © 2016 MAXWELL EDWARDS UC. .-J...l RIGHTS R£:SERVED 60 I 501 /2 ~ ... N 0 .... ... I{) °' +I I{) ,./·--"\1 FRONT ELEVATION ; 3 I 3/4": 1'-Q " ~--/ Max well Edwards LL C 1620 Broadway Suit e 21 0 Seattle WA 98122 206.257.5573 maxwelledwards.com ProJect Addre\s Renton Technical College 3000 NE 4th St Ren t o n WA 98056-41 23 /-\ EXISTING CONDITION ~--------' 3 1 f---~ I , \___ _/· Proje<t N.ame Re nton Tec hnical C o llege Campu s S ignage Fabrication Detail 1. Retrofit existing, non-illuminated sign with new graphics . 2. Re-ski n exi sting pylon sign with new 1/8 thick aluminum panels painted PT-RD. 3. Apply suppl i ed graphics in VY -WH as shown . 4 . Sign is double-fa ce d. s. Field verify measurements . MCGOO• Drawing Title, Retrofit of Existing Pylon Sign VA.04 at Monroe Aveue NE & NE 7th Street ~ 2016 MAXW£Ll COWARDS UC. All fUGHTS RESERVCD Maxwell Edward s LLC 1620 Broadway Suite 210 Seattle WA 98122 206.257.5573 maxwelledwa rds.com -~------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cl ~ 0 '° !:::. (JI -"1 ..c 00 00 .iii .i:: ::c:: 00 C: .<ii bO ::c:: l/l cu 00 u C C: <ti -,.,, ~ <ti X > w -0 cu "' cu :::, CT cu er: 9 ~ 0 '° ..c .~ cu ::c:: X 0 co C: 00 V, "1 N Project Address Ren t o n Tech nic al College 3000 N E 4th St Renton WA 9805 6 -4123 ,, :, 1J Sign Box Wid t h: 96 (8 '-0 ") ProJect Name Renton Technical College Campus Signage ~ ,. J i r ,_, Ora.wing Tit le LI' °" :::, r-, 0 Q_ r:: ::c:: r:: °" T C, 0 u, 0 Entrance Signs on Monroe Ave NE Summary of Dimensions ~ < . .,, c., (JQ "' ~ r- J ~ w ~ MCG004 VA.02 C) 2016 MAXW'ELL EDwAAOS LLC. All RIGHTS ~ERVED _,. 00 ~ '° 0 '° 0 "' 0 .:,- .q N 6 ~ .___J I \~; /-----,\ FRONT ELEVATION '· 1 ,/ 3/4 " = 1'·0 " ~--- (.--.\ ( 3 ) ~---/ LAYOUTS REFERENCE 1/8" = 1'·0" Maxwell Ed war ds LLC 1620 Broadway Su ite 2 10 Seattle WA 98122 206.257.5573 maxwelledwards .com i___:xi sting Po st & Footer ~ Project Address Ren t o n Te c hn ical Co llege 3000 NE 4th St Ren t on WA 980 5 6-412 3 108 [9'·0") Exi sti ng Post & Footer New i nternall y i llumina ted sig n cabine t I s 1/2 OR 6" OR 6 1/2" CABINET IF POSS i'1' \, ,j /.-\. SID E ELEVATION I I , 2 , 3 /4 " = 1'·0" ~----/ Projeci Name Renton Technical College Campus S ignage Fabrication Detail 1. General De scription: Re trofit exis ting existing 0/F. in terna lly ill uminated sign to updated and reconfigured 0 /F. illuminated sign. 2. Remove exis ting illuminated sign cabinet, exi sting ova l illuminated logo sign cabinet, and decor ative mesh. Field cut existing triangular top and post stru cture t o leave two po sts at he i ght dimensioned. Properly di scard remo ved materia ls. 3. Cap po sts, gri nd welds smooth , prep , prime , and field paint posts PT-GY. 4. Enginee r, fabricate, and ins tal l new LED-illuminated alum sign cabi net with two i dentical fac es. s. All graphics are rou te d and bac ked with milk white acrylic except entra nce number has VY -BG ET tran sluc en t vinyl over the milk white acrylic. 6. Mask and pai nt two fi elds as dimensioned for face, sid es, top, and bottom, PT-RD and PT -BL . 7. Attach new sign cabine t to retro fitted posts. Paint visible portions of screw , sc r ew head s, and/or nuts to match color field in which the y sit. 8. Exi st i ng signs appear t o be powered but the y are not. Col lege will pr ov ide power within si x fee t per co de so t hat fabricator can make the connection and power the sig n . RED AREA INDICATES DE MO MCG004 Drawing Title Entrance Signs on Monroe Ave NE Sign Type Drawing VA.01 () 201 i MA.X'N[L1. (OWAR;OS LLC. All lijGHTS RESERVED Maxwell Edwards LLC 1620 Broadway Suite 210 Seattle WA 98122 2 06.257.5573 maxwelledwards.com Project Addre$$ Rento n Tec hn ical College 3000 NE 4th St Rento n WA 98056 -41 23 Project Name Renton Techni cal Colle ge Cam pus Signage M((.004 Dr&wing Tit!(' Photos of Existing Conditions VA.03 of Entry Signs on Monroe Ave NE () 2016 ~ EDWARDS U.C. All RIGHTS Rf.SfAVED