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01/04/2021 Design Review Board Minutes

Meeting date: 
Monday, January 4, 2021

Simsbury Design Review Board
Town of Simsbury
Regular Meeting Minutes - Subject to Approval
Monday, January 4, 2021 at 5:30 P.M.
The public meeting was web-based on Zoom at:
https://zoom.us/j/2574297243
Meeting ID: 257 429 7243

PRESENT: Steven Antonio, Anca Dragulski, Polly Rice, Katherine Beal

ABSENT: Elaine Lang

ALSO PRESENT: Michael Glidden, Town Planner
Jackie Battos, Board of Selectman
Lori Wagner, Economic Development Commission
Laura Barkowski, Land Use Specialist

I. CALL TO ORDER- Chair Antonio called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M.

II. ROLL CALL
1. Appointment of Alternates- None

III. APPLICATIONS
1. Discussion & Possible Action

a. Application #20-14 of Robert Bylykbashi, Applicant; Twenty Two GC 2012, LLC, Owner; for a Site Plan Modification expand outdoor patio at the property located at 836 Hopmeadow Street (H09-227-001A-1B), Zone SCZ

This application is continued from the December 21, 2020 meeting. Mr. Bylykbashi presented new information pertaining to the application including a rendering depicting the proposed patio . Mr. Bylykbashi gave a brief overview indicating he opted to go with a metal structure painted to look like marble or granite. The window frames are to be black in color and the glass panels will be completely removable.

Ms. Rice inquired if the entire patio is under a roof or tucked under the overhang. Mr. Bylykbashi clarified that everything to the right side is to remain uncovered.

Mr. Antonio inquired if any decisions have been with respect to lighting. Mr. Bylykbashi indicated that he would like to review the current lighting. Mr. Antonio explained that lighting features must complimentary in style and color.

Mr. Antonio polled the Board. Ms. Beal noted her approval of the design. Ms. Dragulski requested clarification as to the material and appearance of the area under the windows. Mr. Bylykbashi explained that the material is aluminum and can be painted to look like any material. Upon no further questions Mr. Antonio polled the Board if they were ready to vote.

Ms. Rice discussed that she no longer has a conflict due to the fact Mr. Bylykbashi decided to go with aluminum rather than canvas.

Ms. Beal made a motion for a positive referral of Application 20-14 to the Zoning Commission. Motion seconded by Ms. Dragulski. Motion passed unanimously.

IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the December 21, 2020 regular meeting
Motion made by Mr. Antonio to approve the December 21, 2020 as submitted. Seconded by Ms. Dragulski. Motion passed unanimously.

V. ADJOURNMENT
Chair Antonio made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Ms. Rice seconded; Unanimously approved.

Meeting adjourned 5:47 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Laura Barkowski
Acting Clerk