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PLANNING DIVISION
CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION FROM SIGN CODE REGULATIONS
FOR AN OBJECT OF ART
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DATE:
PROJECT NUMBER:
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT MANAGER:
Renton Athletes Trophy Mural
December 23, 2019
LUA19-000321, AE
Brittany Gillia, Assistant Planner
OWNER: Jim Thomas 2621 NE SUNSET BLVD Renton, WA 98056
APPLICANT: Jessie Kotarski 1055 S Grady Way Renton, WA 98057-3232
LOCATION: 2615 NE SUNSET BLVD
DESCRIPTION: The Renton Municipal Arts Commission is requesting a Public Art Exemption to allow the painting of the east side exterior wall of Katie J's Bar and Grill with a mural depicting several Renton athletes. The mural is proposed for the eastern wall of the building located at 2615 NE Sunset Blvd (Parcel ID 7227500550). It will face an alley and a vacant lot, ultimately being seen from Harrington Ave NE (Exhibit 1).
The artist for the mural, Alexander Codd, has been selected by the Renton Municipal Arts Commission for this project that depicts several Renton athletes and historic figures (Exhibit 2). The artist will use wheatpaste and a matte protective finish to allow for a longer lifespan and resistance to graffiti. The content of the mural is not related to Katie J's Bar and Grill and therefore is not being used for business advertising purposes.
CODE AUTHORITY: RMC 4-9-160F gives the Department of Community and Economic Development authority to grant exemptions from the sign code for 'objects of art' provided an Exemption Certificate for Public Art is issued. The code defines 'objects of art' as sculptures, wall paintings, murals, collages or banners by artists recognized by the Renton Municipal Arts commission.
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City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Certificate of Exemption from Sign Code Regulations for an Object of Art
Renton Athletes Trophy Mural LUA19-000321, AE
EVALUATION CRITERIA: Per RMC 4-9-160C, the Department of Community and Economic Development may determine that objects of art are exempt from the requirements of the City's Sign code when: 1. Sited in a manner as to be readily accessible to pedestrians for passive viewing; 2. Sited in a manner so as not to unduly divert the attention of motorists from the roadway; 3. Stationary and do not revolve or otherwise move; 4. Not illuminated; 5. In good taste and reasonably reflect acceptable community values; 6. Of sufficient durability so as to have a life expectancy of at least ten (10) years;
7. Not used or referred to in the media or by the owners of the premises or operators of businesses contained thereon for business advertising purposes.
An exemption from the sign code regulations for an object of art is hereby Approved on the proposed project.
SIGNATURE & DATE OF DECISION:
Date Jennifer Henning, Planning Director
December 23, 2019
Appeals of this exemption must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on January 06, 2020, together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerkâs Office, 425-430-6510.
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