2802 WETMORE AVE FUNKO 2019-06-25

Sign Restrictions: This property is zoned B-3, which falls under the general sign Category C requirements, EMC 19.36.170.C, with additional standards within the B-3 zone, EMC.19.22.020.F. General sign requirements,EMC 19.36.030,prohibit revolving signs,signs with flashing,rotating, or blinking lights. Sign Category C allows each business a maximum wall sign area of 32 square feet or 15 percent of the façade up to a maximum of 60 square feet;a projecting sign can be used in lieu of a wall sign within this code. The B-3 zone allows backlit logos less than 5 square feet, projecting signs to extend no more than 6 feet from the building facade, and the use of upper story wall signage up to 190 square feet without extending over the parapet of the building. Prior Decisions: The Port Gardner Building is on the Everett Register of Historic Places. Any modification of the interior or exterior of a building on the Everett Register requires review by the Historical Commission and a Certificate of Appropriateness. The Historical Commission discussed the project at its September 27,2016 meeting and approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for both the interior tenant improvements in the building and for the signs proposed as part of the Comprehensive design plan permits. Findings and Conclusions: The following findings and conclusions are based on the criteria established in Subsection 36.210.A of the City's Zoning Code—Comprehensive Design Plan permits. 1. Whether the proposal manifests exceptional visual harmony between the sign, buildings and other components of the subject property Through the use of a consistent design theme. Findings: The signs and mascot sculpture represent a consistent design theme relative to the use of the building while maintaining the historical character of the building,utilizing fonts, lighting, and coloring representative of early,mid-century style. Conclusion: The proposed sign design has a consistent theme that incorporates the historical significance of the building. The signs are in scale with the extended length of the building's façades facing California and Wetmore Avenue. 2. Whether the sign or signs promote the planned land use in the area of the subject property and enhance the aesthetics of the surrounding area. Findings: The subject property is located in the B-3 zone, which allows for the proposed office and retail uses on site. The proposal will identify the use and nature of the business located on the property. Conclusion: The new signs promote the business and the planned land use of the zone. The proposed design theme will enhance the aesthetics of the building and surrounding area. 3. Whether the signs and their placement obstruct or interfere with any other signs or property in the area or obstruct natural scenic views. ADDENDUM to EVII#16-012 Comprehensive Sign Design PIan for Funko