Wynwood Design Review Committee Meeting - July 14, 2026
Wynwood Design Review Committee Meeting - July 14, 2026
The Wynwood Design Review Committee (WDRC) met on July 14, 2026, to consider agenda items including approval of absentee waivers, approval of prior meeting minutes, and a sign application for Prime Stake Donor at 265 NW 24th Street. The meeting was called to order with a quorum of three members present.
Consent Calendar
- Absentee Waivers: Approved for Alan Kett, Miguel Omar, ID Weigand, and Jared Brunabed.
- June 16th Minutes: Approved.
Public Comments & Testimony
- No public comments were submitted online or in person.
Discussion Items
- WDRC Resolution 19547 – Sign for Prime Stake Donor (265 NW 24th Street): The applicant, Jennifer Ronneberger of GoPermit, presented a proposal for an exterior sign on the south elevation of the building, replacing a previous sign from the former Udon restaurant. The sign was described as reverse channel letters with white nighttime illumination, measuring 21.5 square feet, to be mounted on brackets above the door. Committee members expressed concern that the sign did not align with the spirit of Wynwood's design character, citing a lack of creativity and visual appeal during the day. The applicant noted that the building's architecture constrained sign placement and that the landlord had restricted the sign location per the lease. Committee members suggested exploring more creative signage options, including potential use of color, window treatments, or blade signs, and encouraged dialogue with the landlord. The applicant requested to withdraw the item to redesign the sign and return in September. The committee also noted that a second identical sign on the west elevation was scheduled for September and would be addressed at the same time.
Key Outcomes
- Withdrawal: The applicant withdrew the sign application for WDRC Resolution 19547, with the understanding that a revised sign design will be presented at the September meeting.
- Direction: The committee advised the applicant to discuss lease restrictions with the landlord and to bring multiple design options, along with comprehensive context photos, for the September hearing.
Meeting Transcript
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