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# DR-02-15
FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION
STATE OF VERMONT
COUNTY OF CHITTENDEN
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
Re: Findings of Fact, design review application #DR-02-15 of Michael Dugan to amend a
previously approved 54,480 square foot retail center in three (3) buildings. The
amendment consists renovating a storefront on the southern fagade of the northern wing,
between Replays and the proposed L.A. Weight Loss, 150 Dorset Street.
On the 5t' of November 2002, the South Burlington Development Review Board
approved the request of Michael Dugan seeking design review approval under Section
24.20 of the South Burlington Zoning Regulations, based on the following findings:
1) This project consists of amending a previously approved 54,480 square foot
shopping center (The Blue Mall) in three (3) buildings. The amendment consists
reconstructing a storefront ("Citi Financial") on the southern fagade of the
northern building, between "Replays" and the proposed "L.A. Weight Loss", 150
Dorset Street. The Development Review Board approved similar storefront
modifications for "Pro Nails" (now "Tropical Nails & Tan") on September 3,
2002.
2) The owner of record is Dorset Square Associates.
3) Consistent Design: The proposed additional glass door and windows on the
southern fagade of the northern building are the similar to previous approvals for
the Blue Mall. The materials, colors, and dimensions of the proposed storefront
are the same as some of the windows and doors currently present on the building
(across the parking lot). The proposed alterations create a greater consistency
throughout the complex of buildings, and encourage a more pedestrian friendly
environment.
4) Materials Used: Each section of new windows is a divided, large pane of glass
with metal frames to match the existing storefronts present in the shopping center.
The doors consist of an undivided pane of glass to match existing doors.
5) Colors and Textures: The window and door have bronze colored frames to match
the adjacent storefronts. Any touch up painting will be done with blue paint to
match the existing siding.
6) Windows & Doors: The enlarged storefront proposed for "Citi Financial" on the
south facing fagade strives towards unifying the facades of the Blue Mall. Large
see through storefronts within the City Center Design Overlay District is
encouraged in the Zoning Regulations as it may promote pedestrian activity.
7) Human Scale Design: The enlarged glass storefront continues to open up the
premier elevations at the Blue Mall. The see through glass storefront creates a
more pedestrian friendly atmosphere and allows greater visual access to the
activities within the business establishment.
8) Roof as a Design Element: No proposed changes.
9) Orient Buildings to Public Streets: The large windows increase dialog with the
pedestrian walkway. The larger windows and doors compose a more inviting
fagade to both pedestrians and vehicular traffic entering the shopping center from
Dorset Street.
10) Conceal Rooftop Devices: None proposed.
11) Landscape and Plantings: None proposed.
12) Efficient and Effective Circulation: No proposed changes to the parking layout.
The storefronts and change in window construction do not result in any changes
to the sidewalk along the building.
13) Outdoor Lighting_ No proposed changes to the existing lighting.
14) Special Features: None proposed.
DECISION AND CONDITIONS
Based on the above Findings of Fact, the South Burlington Development Review Board
approves design review application #DR-02-15 of Michael Dugan to amend a previously
approved 54,480 square foot shopping center in three (3) buildings. The amendment
consists of renovating a storefront ("Citi Financial") on the southern fagade of the northern
building, between "Replays" and the proposed "L.A. Weight Loss", 150 Dorset Street, as
depicted on a two (2) page plan, page one entitled "Dorset Square Mall Dorset Street South
Burlington, Vermont", prepared by Michael Dugan AIA, dated 12/1/97, with a revised date
of 10/29/2002, with the following stipulations:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not superseded by this approval shall
remain in effect.
2. This approval of the proposed renovation is based on the application's compliance
with the design review criteria contained in Section 24 of the South Burlington
Zoning Ordinance. The determination of whether or not this application complies
with all other requirements contained in the zoning ordinance shall be made by the
Administrative Officer.
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3. Any change to the site plan or elevations shall require approval by the South Burlington
Development Review Board.
4. The "Citi Financial" elevation renovation is approved with the stipulation that the
DRB understands all windows are the same size.
5. A Certificate of Occupancy/Compliance shall be obtained prior to occupancy of the
storefront.
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Chair o1�k-
South Burlington Development Review Board
Date
Please Note: You have the right to appeal this decision to the Vermont Environmental Court, pursuant to
24 V.S.A. § 4471 and V. R.C.P. 76, in writing, within 30 days of the date this decision is issued. The fee is
$150.00. If you fail to appeal this decision, your right to challenge this decision at some future time maybe
lost because you waited too long. You will be bound by the decision, pursuant to 24 V.S.A. § 4472(d)
(exclusivity of remedy; finality).