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Planning Commission Minutes

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

Minutes of the Meeting of July 25, 2017 Beginning at 2:25 p.m.

PRESENT OF THE COMMISSION: Vice Chairwoman Lashawn Burton-

Faulk, Askey, Deitrick, Dick, Mingo

PRESENT OF THE STAFF: Gastil, Layman, Hanna, Rakus, Kramer, Ray, Miller, Gregory

AGENDA ITEMS COVERED IN THESE MINUTES

Item Page No.

1. PDP #17-100, 1125 Penn Ave. New dwelling in GT District 2

2. PDP #17-042, 41 Isabella St., 2 North Shore, Renovation/Addition 4

3. PDP #17-113, 41 Isabella St., 2 North Shore, High Wall Sign 6

4. PDP #17-081, 3520 Craft Pl., Renovation and addition 7

5. SSO #17-01, PLDP/FLDP #16-086 Banksville at Chappel, New construction religious assembly

9

6. Hatfield Row Subdivision, Hatfield Street, (8-K-200), 9th Ward 11

7. Carlton Court Subdivision, 4620 Carlton Street, 9th Ward 11

8. Delvecchio Consolidation Plan, 1699 Dagmar Ave., 19th Ward 12

9. Rodman Street Church Consolidation Plan, 6111 Rodman Street, 11th Ward

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10. 5025 Penn Ave., 5025 Penn Ave., 10th Ward 13

11. McElhinny Plan of Lots, 5429 Mifflin Rd., 31st Ward 14

12. 701 N. Negley Ave., Subdivision Plan No., 1 (701 N. Negley), 11th Ward

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Ms. Burton-Faulk chaired today’s meeting and called the meeting to order. She also welcomed new Commission member Ms. Becky Mingo. A. ACTION ON THE MINUTES

No meeting minutes. Appointing of Acting Secretary On a motion by Ms. Askey and seconded by Ms. Dick; Sabina Detrick was appointed Acting Secretary of today’s meeting. Roll call, all ayes. Motion carried.

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B. CORRESPONDENCE (Attachment A)

Ms. Burton-Faulk stated that the Commission was in receipt of the following correspondence: Copy of the ZBA findings received from Todd Reibord concerning 3224 Boulevard of the Allies. Letter from Oakcliffe Community Organization on behalf of the 3224 Boulevard of the Allies project.

C. DEVELOPMENT REVIEWS (See Attachment B for staff reports.) 1. Hearing and Action: Project Development Plan #17-100, 1125 Penn

Avenue, New dwelling in the GT District

Ms. Kramer made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Ms. Kramer recommended approval of the proposal. Sergei Matvey of Elagin Architecture presented plans for renovations for a new residential unit at 1125 Penn Avenue. The project will include interior renovation of floor four for continued use as office and of floor five for new residential use (one unit). Exterior renovation to include a new roof, penthouse for the stairs, and a new rooftop deck. He showed an illustration of the façade and no renovations will be made to the exterior of the building. The roof deck will be in the rear of the building facing Mulberry Way. The deck will be 420 square feet and it will be a single means of egress. He reviewed the construction plans and showed site elevations and presented samples of the materials that will be used for this project. The Chairwoman called for comments from the Public. There being no comments from the Public, the Chairwoman called for questions and comments from the Commissioners. There being no questions or comments from the Commissioners, the Chairwoman called for the motion. MOTION: That the Planning Commission of the City of Pittsburgh approves Project Development Plan #17-100, for one new residential unit located at 1125 Penn Avenue, based on the application and drawings filed

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by Elagin Architecture, Inc., on behalf of the property owner, Goldstein Properties, LLC, with the following condition: The final construction plans including site plan, and elevations shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to approval of an application for a building permit.

MOVED BY Ms. Dick; SECONDED BY Ms. Askey. IN FAVOR: Askey, Burton-Faulk, Deitrick, Dick, Mingo OPPOSED: None CARRIED

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2. Hearing & Action: Project Development Plan #17-042, 41 Isabella Street,

renovation and addition, DR-C

Ms. Rakus made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Ms. Rakus recommended approval of the proposal. Patrick Oharsky of AE Works for Matthews International presented plans for renovation and a one-story addition to an existing three-story structure currently used as the headquarters office for Matthew’s International. There will be new trees and curtain walls on the property. There will be a revolving door entrance which will be fully assessable ramp. The east side will only have an expansion on the 4th floor. Aluminum rain screen panels will be added on the fourth floor addition. The 4th floor will be brought out to enhance the southern façade. The 2, 3, and 4th floor will have balconies with outside access. The new glazing will add transparency to the building. Showed updated prospective showing the shadow depth of the columns on the southern façade. The new northwest side will shine at night showing the stairs and artwork. There will be an outside patio along the river. They will work with lighting designers to enhance the façade at night. The project is not seeking LEED certification. The building will be fully accessible. They have had community meetings at the Children’s Museum and Riverlife. The Chairwoman called for comments from the Public. Vivian Lee of Riverlife spoke in support of the project. They appreciate that they are celebrating the Riverfront by adding an employee deck.

There being no more comments from the Public, the Chairwoman called for questions and comments from the Commission members. Ms. Dick asked about the accessible restrooms. Mr. Oharsky stated that all areas of the building are fully accessible. Ms. Deitrick asked if the applicant considered the recommendations from Riverlife. Mr. Oharsky said they definitely plan to soften the building as recommended. The windows will be more transparent. There will be raised planters on the west side and there will be bike parking for

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messenger services. They have limited sight and will work with Riverlife to address the park. Ms. Mingo asked about the construction space and what will happen to the sculpture. Mr. Oharsky stated that they will avoid the sculpture and defunct fountain and access to the river will still be accessible. Ms. Deitrick wanted a timeline. Mr. Oharsky said a 12 month process. There being no more questions or comments from the Commission, the Chairwoman called for the motion. MOTION: That the Planning Commission of the City of Pittsburgh approves Project Development Plan #17-042, for building renovation and expansion at 41 Isabella Street based on the application and drawings filed by AE Works on behalf of Matthews International Corporation, property owner, with the following conditions: 1. Final site plans, elevations, and construction management plan shall

be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to issuance of a building permit;

2. The applicant shall receive Special Exception approval for offsite parking from the Zoning Board of Adjustment prior to issuance of an application for a building permit;

3. A flood plain application shall be approved by City Planning staff prior to issuance of a building permit;

4. A final landscaping plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to issuance of an occupancy permit;

5. Agreement on funds in lieu shall be approved prior to issuance of a building permit and payment or commencement of maintenance work shall occur prior to issuance of a final occupancy permit.

MOVED BY Askey; SECONDED BY Dick IN FAVOR: Askey, Burton-Faulk, Deitrick, Dick, Mingo Mingo Abstained. OPPOSED: None CARRIED

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3. Hearing & Action: Project Development Plan #17-113, 41 Isabella Street/2 North Shore, High Wall Sign

Ms. Rakus made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Ms. Rakus recommended approval of the proposal. Patrick Oharsky of AE Works for Matthews International presented plans to erect a high wall sign at 41 Isabella Street, also known as Two North Shore Center. The proposed sign is 41.8 square feet on the south (river facing) façade. He showed sight elevations and the sign will be backlit. He showed the materials that Matthews makes. The primary material is cast bronze cut and it may be a lighter shade. The primary method of installations is standoff so no rails will show and will conform to all zoning regulations less than the two percent maximum. The Chairwoman called for comments from the Public. There being no comments from the Public, the Chairwoman called for questions and comments from the Commission members. There being no questions or comments from the Commission, the Chairwoman called for the motion. MOTION: That the Planning Commission of the City of Pittsburgh approved Project Development Plan #17-113, for one new building identification sign on the building located at 41 Isabella Street based on the application and drawings filed by AE Works on behalf of Matthews International Corporation, property owner, with the following conditions: 1. Final signage materials shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning

Administrator prior to issuance of a sign permit; 2. The applicant must submit to the Zoning Administrator in writing that it

will be operated within the current zoning code lighting standards, not to exceed a luminance of two thousand five hundred (2,500) nits during daylight hours between sunrise and sunset, and not to exceed a luminance of two hundred fifty (250) nits at all other times.

MOVED BY Askey; SECONDED BY Dick IN FAVOR: Askey, Burton-Faulk, Deitrick, Dick, Mingo

OPPOSED: None CARRIED

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4. Hearing & Action: Project Development Plan #17-081, 3520 Craft Place,

renovation and addition

Ms. Kramer made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Ms. Kramer recommended approval of the proposal. Todd Reibord of Walnut Capital presented plans on behalf of the property owner, Craft Place Properties, LLC for exterior renovation to an existing 2-story structure and new construction of a 2-level parking garage. The existing building renovations include interior and exterior renovations and roof replacement for office use. Parking will bel located on-site in the proposed new construction parking deck at the rear. Kevin Rutlege of Strada Architecture gave details of the renovation. The building occupies 1 parcel and the 3 parcels in the back will be combined. The worked with the neighborhood groups and received support from all of them. He showed existing views of the site and they plan to clear out all the vegetation and restore the masonry to make it weather tight. He reviewed the foot print of the building and the parking deck will be fully screened on 3 sides. There will be approximately 55 parking spots when complete. There is an option for a roof top patio that will be a tenant driven amenity and is not park of the project. Showed the areas of the 2 levels of the parking areas and bike and accessible parking. The main entrance will be off of craft place and there will be an entry canopy. He also reviewed the Construction Management Plan and there will be a partial street closing and the building should be complete by January of next year. There will be a new elevator, and all restrooms and routes will be fully accessible. They are not pursuing LEED at this time. LED will be throughout and the site is very accessible to public transportation. The Chairwoman called for comments from the Public. Rebecca Renaldo of Oakland Planning and Development Corporation spoke in support of the project. There being no more comments from the Public, the Chairwoman called for questions and comments from the Commission members. Ms. Deitrick stated that it will be good to see the building coming back to life. Did you think about LEED at all? Did you get support from Oakcliffe neighbors? Mr. Rutlege stated that this building is small which prohibits it.

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Mr. Reibord stated that they agreed to the lighting and the screens for the Oakcliffe neighbors. Ms. Burton-Faulk stated that is great to see a good community process. There being no more questions or comments from the Commission, the Chairwoman called for the motion. MOTION: That the Planning Commission of the City of Pittsburgh approved Project Development Plan No. 17-081, to renovate an existing structure and construct a new accessory parking garage based on the application and drawings filed by Walnut Capital on behalf of the property owner, Craft Place Properties, LLC, with the following conditions: 1. The final construction plans including site plan, and elevations shall be

reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to issuance of a building permit;

2. That a final landscaping plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to issuance of an occupancy permit;

3. The transportation study shall be approved by the City’s transportation staff prior to approval of an application for a building permit and any required improvements must be addressed prior to issuance of the final certificate of occupancy; and

4. The stormwater management plan shall be approved by City Planning staff prior to issuance of a building permit.

MOVED BY Dick ; SECONDED BY Askey IN FAVOR: Askey, Burton-Faulk, Deitrick, Dick, Mingo

OPPOSED: None CARRIED

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5. Hearing & Action: Steep Slope Overlay #17-01, PLDP/FLDP #16-086, Banksville Road at Chappel, new construction religious assembly

Ms. Rakus made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Ms. Rakus recommended approval of the proposal. Mr. Tyson Miller of KD Resources presented plans on behalf of Hilltop Baptist Church for a Preliminary Land Development and Final Land Development Plan for new construction of a two-story structure, including basement for a Religious Assembly (General) use. He showed various views of the site. The retaining wall will be shaded by evergreens and the building will be a timber designed with masonry with stone to give it a ski lodge look. Showed elevations from all four sides included the main entrance and parking area. He showed views as requested during the briefing of the retaining wall and how much of the building and wall will be shown. He reviewed the construction management plan and the storm water management plan. All the accessible parking spaces will be on the same level as the main entrance. The Chairwoman called for comments from the Public. Lorie Magalow of Banksville Civic Association and on behalf of Councilwoman Smth-Kail spoke in support of this project and this project will help with visibility of getting onto Banksville Road. There being no more comments from the Public, the Chairwoman called for questions and comments from the Commission members. Ms. Deitrick asked for more information on the stream relocation. Mr. Miller stated that it already exists and was done in 1995. Ms. Deitrick asked will the retaining wall be affected by the stream. Mr. Miller stated no. Ms. Deitrick asked about alternatives. Mr. Miller stated that the only one was to remove the access road but the community wanted an alternative means to egress. Ms. Dick asked about materials for the wall and does the construction company have experience in retaining walls.

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Mr. Miller stated that masonry or poured concrete and they will be cladded to keep the same appearance to tie into the building. Yes they will hire a company that has experience in doing higher walls. Ms. Mingo asked about how many houses on the street and have the owners had input. Sam Linton, assistant pastor of the church stated that there are 3 properties that face the church. The 1st belongs to the original church there is a small group that meets there occasionally and the 2nd house is the pastor’s son and the secretary and the 3rd belongs to himself and the 3rd belongs to the church secretary and they all are on board with the project. There being no more questions or comments from the Commission, the Chairwoman called for the motion. MOTION: That the Planning Commission of the City of Pittsburgh approved the Preliminary Land Development Plan and Final Land Development Plan 16-086 and Steep Slope Application 17-01 at Banksville Road at Chappel Avenue based on the application and drawings filed by Hilltop Baptist Church, property owner, subject to the following conditions: 1. Final construction plans including final site plans, elevations, and bike

parking plans shall be submitted for review and approval by the Zoning Administrator prior to approval of an application for a building permit;

2. The transportation study shall be approved by the City’s transportation staff prior to approval of an application for a building permit and any required improvements must be addressed prior to issuance of the final certificate of occupancy; and

3. Final landscaping plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to issuance of a final Certificate of Occupancy.

MOVED BY Ms. Mingo; SECONDED BY Ms. Askey IN FAVOR: Askey, Burton-Faulk, Deitrick, Mingo

OPPOSED: Dick CARRIED

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E. PLAN OF LOTS (See Attachment C.)

6. Hatfield Row Subdivision, Hatfield Street (8-K-200), 9th Ward

Mr. Miller made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Director Gastil stated that the subdivision committee had met and recommends approval of the plan. The Chairwoman called for a motion. MOTION: That the Hatfield Row Subdivision Plan, submitted by Gupta Properties, LLC and received by the Planning Commission on July 25, 2017 approved and the signatures of the proper officers of the Planning Commission be affixed thereto. (No improvements or monuments needed.)

MOVED BY Ms. Dick; SECONDED BY Ms. Deitrick. IN FAVOR: Askey, Mingo, Burton-Faulk, Deitrick, Dick, OPPOSED: None CARRIED

7. Carlton Court Subdivision, 4620 Carlton Street, 9th Ward

Mr. Miller made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Director Gastil stated that the subdivision committee had met and recommends approval of the plan. The Chairwoman called for a motion. MOTION: That the Carlton Court Subdivision Plan, submitted by Wylie Holdings, LP and received by the Planning Commission July 25, 2017 be approved and the signatures of the proper officers of the Planning Commission be affixed thereto. (No improvements or monuments needed.)

MOVED BY Ms. Dick; SECONDED BY Ms. Deitrick. IN FAVOR: Askey, Mingo, Burton-Faulk, Deitrick, Dick OPPOSED: None CARRIED

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8. Delvecchio Consolidation Plan, 1699 Dagmar Street, 19th Ward

Mr. Miller made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Director Gastil stated that the subdivision committee had met and recommends approval of the plan. The Chairwoman called for a motion. MOTION: That the Delvecchio Consolidation Plan, submitted by Ryan J. Delvecchio and Randall J. Delvecchio and received by the Planning Commission July 25, 2017 be approved and the signatures of the proper officers of the Planning Commission be affixed thereto. (No improvements or monuments needed.)


9. Rodman Street Church Consolidation Plan, 6111 Rodman Street, 11th

Ward

Mr. Miller made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Director Gastil stated that the subdivision committee had met and recommends approval of the plan. The Chairwoman called for a motion.

MOTION: That the Rodman Street Church Consolidation Plan, submitted by Rodman Outreach Corporation and received by the Planning Commission July 25, 2017 be approved and the signatures of the proper

officers of the Planning Commission be affixed thereto. (No improvements or monuments needed.)


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Ms. Mingo asked what was going to happen to this lot and it not residential. Mr. Miller stated that there is no proposal it’s just to consolidate the lot. Mr. Gastil stated that it is usually intentional to build a building. Ms. Mingo asked why would we approve this now and not know what is going to be developed there. Mr. Miller stated that this consolidation gives not entitlement to future development, it just raises the lot line. Ms. Mingo stated that this may limit the development in this neighborhood. Mr. Gastil stated that if that is your perspective as a commissioner a positive goal for that community. The staff will review the criteria so you can make the judgement then. Mr. Gastil suggests that we unbundle these and get more information of the criteria for this.

10. 5025 Penn Avenue, 5025 Penn Avenue, 10th Ward - Continued

Mr. Miller made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Director Gastil stated that the subdivision committee had met and recommends approval of the plan. The Chairwoman called for a motion. MOTION: To Continue this item.

MOVED BY Ms. Dietrick; SECONDED BY Ms. Askey. IN FAVOR: Askey, Burton-Faulk, Mingo, Deitrick, Dick OPPOSED: None

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11. McElhinny Plan of Lots, 5429 Mifflin Road, 31st Ward

Mr. Miller made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Director Gastil stated that the subdivision committee had met and recommends approval of the plan. The Chairwoman called for a motion. MOTION: That McElhinny Plan of Lots, submitted by Gerard O. & Rita K.

McElhinney and received by the Planning Commission July 25, 2017 be approved and the signatures of the proper officers of the Planning Commission be affixed thereto. (No improvements or monuments needed.)


12. 701 Negley Subdivision Plan No. 1 (701 N. Negley Avenue), 11th Ward

Mr. Miller made a presentation in accord with the attached staff report. Director Gastil stated that the subdivision committee had met and recommends approval of the plan. The Chairwoman called for a motion. MOTION: That 701 Negley Subdivision Plan No. 1, submitted by 701 N.

Negley Avenue, LLC and received by the Planning Commission July 25, 2017 be approved and the signatures of the proper officers of the Planning Commission be affixed thereto. (No improvements or monuments needed.)


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Mr. Gastil welcomed Commissioner Becky Mingo to the commission. He stated that Ms. Mingo has experience in community development, architecture, real estate and design and community leadership and will be valued as a commission member.

D. ADJOURNMENT: 4:02 p.m. APPROVED BY: Sabina Deitrick SECRETARY Attachments DISCLAIMER: The official records of the Planning Commission’s meetings are the Minutes of the Meetings approved by the Commission’s Secretary, Paul Gitnik. The Minutes are the ONLY official record. Any other notes, recordings, etc. are not official records of the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission cannot verify the accuracy or authenticity of notes, recordings, etc., that are not part of the official minutes.

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