2727 OAKES AVE BNH ARCHITECTS 2017-01-13

� • • 1. Whether tl:e proposa! mantfests e.xceptional visuctll:armony between tl:e sig`i, buildings an�l other contponents of t/te subject property througlt the use of a consistent design tlieme. The proposed freestanding monument sign will be faced with brick that will match that of the building and porte-cochere, and will be top�►ed with concrete to match design details of the building. The Applicant states that the sign was designed to blend in and appear to tit with the building, thus enhancing its appeal and providing identification. The sign is attractive and w�ill complement the building. 2. Wlretleer the sign or signs pronrote t/re planned lan�f use i�: tl:e area of tl:e subject property ctnd en/ta�tce the aesthetics of t/te surxounding area. The subject property is located in the B-3 zone •which allows for the existing office uses and activities on site. The sign will identify the names of the businesses located on the subject property and will be constructed of high quality, durable materials that will blend in with the subject property. The sign will promote the planned land use in the area and enhance the aesthetics of the surrounding area tl'�rough its placement, design and use of materials. 3. Whefher t{te sign and its placeme�tt obstructs c�r interferes witli any otlrer sign or property in t/te area or obstructs �:atural scenic views. The freestanding monument sign will be setbac}{ six feet from the west and south property lines, and will not obstruct any other sign, property, or obstruct natural scenic views. 4. W/tether tlte proposed plan is aesthetically superior to w/tat cou/d be installed under existing criterin in tliis section. Freestanding signs in the B-3 are only permittedl for identitication of public buildings and uses, and limited to six feet in height and 40 squ�are feet in area. The proposed sign is five feet four inches in height and 19 square feet in �rea. Wall signs up to sixty square feet are permitted in the B-3 zone. There currently is no wall signage on the Challacombe- Fickle Building. Signs in the B-3 zone are perrriitted to be illumznated. The proposed sign will not be illuminated. It was determined in the Everett Historical Commission meeting July 22, 2014 that a wall sign would detract from the design of the building and that the proposed freestanding monument sign and its locatzon was preferred. �� Page 2 oi'3 R I14-010 ) _�