Design Review Board

Level 1: Minor alteration of an existing building/structure

12-E-17-DT

This proposal is a revision to the previously approved Clinch River Brewing in the Holston Building (CoA 9-B-16-DT & 3-A-17-DT). This proposal is based on the previously approved design with minor changes. This proposal is intended to replace the previous approvals.

North elevation (Krutch Park extension):
1. The storefront design remains the same, however, the trim and panels are now proposed to be constructed of cementitious material rather than wood. The windows will still be constructed of wood. A cornice is proposed at the top of the storefront to create a transition to the new stucco wall above.
2. The existing brick remnant wall will be removed on either side of the storefront as shown on the demo plan (sheet a3.1). Where the remnant wall is removed, the exposed brick will be covered with a stucco with a finish to match the existing stucco on this elevation.
3. A intake louver is proposed in the upper right (west) corner of the storefront. This intake is in addition to the two louvers proposed in the brick wall to the right of the storefront. The louver will be painted the same color as the storefront to minimize it visibility.
4. The patio is proposed to be concrete pavers in the pattern shown on a1.0. The previous patio design used primarily brick pavers with concrete pavers as accent. The patio will have a metal railing surrounding it boundary similar to the one previously approved. There will be a concrete sidewalk from the existing Krutch Park sidewalk to the patio, and a concrete sidewalk on the right (west) side of the patio for emergency egress.
5. On the far right side of the elevation near the alley there will be a metal stand for the mechanical equipment. This is similar to the previous approval but will be slightly larger because of the need for more equipment than originally anticipated.
6. Above the mechanical equipment there will be two new openings in the brick wall for intake louvers. The louver nearest to the alley is a new proposal, the other louver location was previously approved by the board. NOTE: All intake and exhaust louver locations are not finalized until approved by the City of Knoxville Department of Plans Review and Inspections during permitting review.
7. Landscaping will be installed similar to previously approved and will need to be coordinated with the
8. The proposed lighting fixtures and locations is shown on sheeta a1.0 and a3.1. There are 5 wall mounted fixtures and 4 double-head fixtures on posts that are integrated in to the fencing on the north side of the patio. All light fixtures have caps to keep light from shining up toward the upper story residential units.

West elevation (alley):
1. This elevation remains mostly unchanged from the previous approval with the exception of the vents and louvers have been moved to meet building code requirements and the previously proposed door on the right (south) side of the elevation has been removed from the plan.
2. All unnecessary wall openings will be infilled with brick and painted to match the existing wall.
3. There will be two new hollow metal doors that are similar to the previous approval.


Location
531 S Gay St

Applicant Request
This proposal is a revision to the previously approved Clinch River Brewing in the Holston Building (CoA 9-B-16-DT & 3-A-17-DT). This proposal is based on the previously approved design with minor changes. This proposal is intended to replace the previous approvals.

North elevation (Krutch Park extension):
1. The storefront design remains the same, however, the trim and panels are now proposed to be constructed of cementitious material rather than wood. The windows will still be constructed of wood. A cornice is proposed at the top of the storefront to create a transition to the new stucco wall above.
2. The existing brick remnant wall will be removed on either side of the storefront as shown on the demo plan (sheet a3.1). Where the remnant wall is removed, the exposed brick will be covered with a stucco with a finish to match the existing stucco on this elevation.
3. A intake louver is proposed in the upper right (west) corner of the storefront. This intake is in addition to the two louvers proposed in the brick wall to the right of the storefront. The louver will be painted the same color as the storefront to minimize it visibility.
4. The patio is proposed to be concrete pavers in the pattern shown on a1.0. The previous patio design used primarily brick pavers with concrete pavers as accent. The patio will have a metal railing surrounding it boundary similar to the one previously approved. There will be a concrete sidewalk from the existing Krutch Park sidewalk to the patio, and a concrete sidewalk on the right (west) side of the patio for emergency egress.
5. On the far right side of the elevation near the alley there will be a metal stand for the mechanical equipment. This is similar to the previous approval but will be slightly larger because of the need for more equipment than originally anticipated.
6. Above the mechanical equipment there will be two new openings in the brick wall for intake louvers. The louver nearest to the alley is a new proposal, the other louver location was previously approved by the board. NOTE: All intake and exhaust louver locations are not finalized until approved by the City of Knoxville Department of Plans Review and Inspections during permitting review.
7. Landscaping will be installed similar to previously approved and will need to be coordinated with the
8. The proposed lighting fixtures and locations is shown on sheeta a1.0 and a3.1. There are 5 wall mounted fixtures and 4 double-head fixtures on posts that are integrated in to the fencing on the north side of the patio. All light fixtures have caps to keep light from shining up toward the upper story residential units.

West elevation (alley):
1. This elevation remains mostly unchanged from the previous approval with the exception of the vents and louvers have been moved to meet building code requirements and the previously proposed door on the right (south) side of the elevation has been removed from the plan.
2. All unnecessary wall openings will be infilled with brick and painted to match the existing wall.
3. There will be two new hollow metal doors that are similar to the previous approval.

Staff Comments
This property is located within the Gay Street Commercial (National Register) Historic District so the historic resources section of the guidelines apply.

Applicable guidelines:
Section 1.A.4. (DOWNTOWN BEAUTIFICATION)
Beautifying downtown can occur through many different elements including architecture, landscape architecture, horticulture, art, and performing art. These elements provide expressions of local history and culture. They contribute to local identity and unique qualities of downtown. Public spaces should be designed to include art and beautification.
GUIDELINES:
4a. Foster downtown beautification with landscaping and plantings, public art, and public open space.
4b. Establish performance spaces for the arts including opportunities for artists to perform, display, or create work.
4c. Plant street trees where possible. Choose tree planting locations that will not significantly alter the setting of, or harm the materials of historic buildings.

Section 1.B.1 (BUILDING MASS, SCALE AND FORM)
Building form should be consistent with the character of downtown as an urban setting and should reinforce the pedestrian activity at the street level. Creating pedestrian-scale buildings, especially at street level, can reduce the perceived mass of buildings...
GUIDELINES:
1a. Maintain a pedestrian-scaled environment from block to block.
1c. Use building materials, cornice lines, signs, and awnings of a human scale in order to reduce the mass of buildings as experienced at the street level.
1e. Avoid blank walls along street-facing elevations.

Section 1.B.3. (BUILDING MATERIALS)
New building materials should relate to the scale, durability, color, and texture of the predominate building materials in the area.
GUIDELINES:
3a. Use complimentary materials and elements, especially next to historic buildings.
3b. Rehabilitate historic structures in accordance with the Secretary of Interior's Standards (see Appendix A).

Section 1.B.4. (ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTER)
Buildings should be visually interesting to invite exploration by pedestrians. A building should express human scale through materials and forms that were seen traditionally. This is important because buildings are experienced at close proximity by the pedestrian.
GUIDELINES:
4a. Encourage first floor uses that draw walk-in traffic; businesses that do not require pedestrian traffic should be located on other floors.
4b. Enhance pedestrian interest in commercial and office buildings by creating a largely transparent and consistent rhythm of entrances and windows.
4c. Scale first floor signs to pedestrians.
4d. Differentiate the architectural features of ground floors from upper floors with traditional considerations such as show-windows, transoms, friezes, and sign boards.

Section 1.B.5. (GROUND FLOOR DOORS AND WINDOWS)
Entrances and ground floor windows should foster pedestrian comfort, safety and orientation. Not every building in downtown needs to have the same window or entry designs; however, repeating the pattern of historic openings helps to reinforce the character of downtown, differentiating it from suburban areas.
GUIDELINES:
5a. Use consistent rhythm of openings, windows, doorways, and entries.
5b. Orient primary front entrances to the main street; secondary entrances should be clearly defined and oriented to streets or alleys, as appropriate.
5c. Design entrances according to the proportions of the building's height and width.
5e. All windows at the pedestrian level should be clear.
5f. Recess ground floor window frames and doors from the exterior building face to provide depth to the facade.

Section 1.B.7. (MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT AND SERVICE UTILITIES)
Utilities can include telephone and electrical lines, ventilation systems, gas meters, air conditioners, fire protection, telecommunication and alarm systems. Adequate space for these utilities should be planned in a project from the outset and they should be designed such that their visual and noise impacts are minimized.
GUIDELINES:
7a. Minimize the visual impact of mechanical equipment through screens or recessed/low-profile equipment.
7b. Do not locate units on a primary facade.
7c. Screen rooftop vents, heating/cooling units and related utilities with parapet walls or other screens.
Consider sound-buffering of the units as part of the design.
7d. Locate utility connections and service boxes on secondary walls.
7e. Reduce the visual impacts of trash storage and service areas by locating them at the rear of a building or off an alley, when possible.

Section 1.C.3. (ENTRANCES)
Formal entrances to front facades should be retained. This includes entrances that are located above street level and accessed by exterior stairs. Altering or removing the main entrance to grant street-level access is not appropriate.
GUIDELINES:
3a. Establish recessed entries, either rectangular or with slightly canted sides, which are appropriate in storefronts.
3b. Allow for multiple entries on the first floor of the building, giving access to commercial space that may be divided into bays.
3c. Provide access to upper stories through additional entries.
3d. Maintain original height and materials for doors that are consistent with the use of the building, such as residential, commercial, or banking purposes.

Section 1.C.5. (MASONRY)
Masonry features should be retained and repaired; materials, including mortar, should match the original mortar in color and composition. Mortar joints should be sized and struck to match the original. Belt courses, string courses, dripstones, quoins and contrasting brick and stone are common. These features should be preserved and repaired if necessary, and should be introduced on infill buildings.
GUIDELINES:
5a. Repair masonry with stone or brick and mortar that match the original.
5b. Do not paint masonry that has never been painted.

Section 1.C.9. (LIGHTING)
Storefront windows may be lit with interior fixtures, entrances may be lit with overhead fixtures, and gooseneck fixtures can be used to highlight signs. Illumination may also be used to wash the building in light, emphasizing its distinctive architectural finishes.
GUIDELINE:
9a. Use indirect lighting of the building facade where appropriate.
Applicant

Grohol / R2R Studio, LLC


Planning Staff
Mike Reynolds
Phone: 865-215-3827
Email: mike.reynolds@knoxplanning.org

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