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2022-08-17 HPC Packet
iliwater THE HIGTHVECCE of MINMESOTA New items in red below PLEASE NOTE: Heritage Preservation Commission meetings are streamed live on the city website and available to view on Channel 16. Public can participate by attending the meeting in person at City Hall, 216 4th St N, or by logging into https://stillwater-mn.zoomgov.com/j/1600977928 or by calling 1-646-828-7666 and enter the meeting ID number: 160 097 7928 AGENDA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING August 17th, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Possible approval of minutes of June 15th, 2022 regular meeting IV. OPEN FORUM - The Open Forum is a portion of the Commission meeting to address subjects which are not a part of the meeting agenda. The Chairperson may reply at the time of the statement of may give direction to staff regarding investigation of the concerns expressed. Out of respect for others in attendance, please limit your comments to 5 minutes or less. V. CONSENT AGENDA (ROLL CALL) - All items listed under the consent agenda are considered to be routine by the Heritage Preservation Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a commission member or citizen so requests, in which event, the items will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. 1. Case No. 2022-59: Design Permit for Window Replacement at 231 Myrtle St; Case of No Neck Tony's VI. PUBLIC HEARING VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2. Case No. 2020-27: Receive Update on Design Permit Amendment for rooftop improvements. Property located at 223 Main St S; Case of White Bear Ventures. - Tabled in part from the May Meeting. Postponed at request of Owner at June Meeting. Postponed at request of the owner at July Meeting. Additional information added. 3. Case No. 2022-40: Consider Request for Design Permit for 120 Main St S; Case of Scandinavian North VIII. NEW BUSINESS 4. Case No. 2022-19: Consider Request for Design Permit for Myrtle Street Apartments at 107 3rd St S; Case of Landucci Homes 5. Case No. 2022-55: Consider Request for Design Permit for Facade Painting at 231 Main St S; Case of Smith + Trade 6. Case No 2022-60: Consider Request for Design Permit for 536 Myrtle St W; Case of Thron home — Report to be updated Monday. IX. OTHER DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. Discuss 2022 HPC Awards X. FYI 1. Review Zoning, Parking and Design Review District Boundaries in the Downtown District and Discuss Options for Consolidation and Common Boundaries — No packet materials. Staff will present an updated map showing various downtown boundaries and discuss future steps for discussion. 2. Case No. 2022-08. Review Compliance with HPC Design Approval at 126 Main St S and Discuss Enforcement Options; Case of Blue Sun Soda Shop. Commission Request — Waiting on revised submittal — will be forwarded to September Meeting. 3. Approve moving Regular Meetings to Second Wednesday of the month. Postponed until September to complete gathering feedback and due to volume of Applications on this agenda. XI. ADJOURNMENT i I I \ i's'Ater THE OIRTIIPLACE OF NINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING July 20, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M. Chairman Thueson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Chairman Thueson, Commissioners Finwall, Heimdahl, Larson, Summers, Councilmember Junker Absent: Commissioners Holmes and Mino Staff: Community Development Director Gladhill APPROVAL OF MINUTES Possible approval of minutes of June 15, 2022 Regular Meeting Commissioner Summers pointed out that Chairman Thueson, not Chairwoman Mino, called the meeting to order. Chair Thueson asked that the following replace his comments on Scandinavian North: that storefront was one of two storefronts within an overall single building and it was within that building that he thought it was important to consider the context. Motion by Commissioner Heimdahl, seconded by Commissioner Finwall, to approve the minutes of the June 15, 2022 meeting as amended. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Commissioner Larson abstaining. OPEN FORUM There were no public comments. NEW BUSINESS Case No. 2022-50, Design Permit for Masonry Repair at 101 Water St S; Case of Water Street Inn Mr. Gladhill explained the application for a Design Permit for removal and replacement of brick along the south wall of the Water Street Inn, an emergency repair. The brick layer at the top of the building at the parapet wall is pulling away from the parapet with enough separation/void to allow vegetation to begin growing inside the void. The project will also include other masonry repair and tuckpointing throughout the entire south wall. The Chestnut Street Plaza project nearby will begin August 15 so the City will be competing for space for equipment. Staff has been working with the property owner to get the closest possible mortar match. The building owner apologized for his absence due to an out of state commitment. Staff recommends approval with six conditions. Commissioner Larson asked what will be done to replace the coping where there is a cement wash on top of the projecting brick ledge. Stan Ross, project management consultant for Stillwater Restoration, said he has not had much time to consult with Mr. Konigson but has consulted with a skilled mason. There are a number of ways this could be addressed. He would recommend full removal and replacement of the cement wash to prevent penetration of the wall by water. He added there is no intention to change any of the design elements on the building. Street vibrations from the Chestnut Plaza project and risk to people walking below will make property protection critical and speed will be of the essence. Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting July 20, 2022 Community Development Director Gladhill added that preservation will be emphasized over replacement, and where bricks must be replaced, there is leftover stock from the recent expansion of the Water Street Inn which will be a good match. Commissioner Larson said once a solution to creating a better waterproof ledge is proposed, it should come back to staff to determine if it will have any kind of visual impact. He would like to add Condition #7, stating that once determined, the detail of the flashing of the ledges and the copings be brought back before staff for evaluation of visual impact before installation. Chairman Thueson suggested two other Conditions #8 and 9: replacement brick shall match existing brick in design, color, texture, visual qualities and material; and the arrangement of replaced or repaired brick shall match the original in terms of the pattern and alignment. Motion by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner Heimdahl, to approve Case No. 2022-50, Design Permit for Masonry Repair at 101 Water St S, with the six staff -recommended conditions and Conditions #7-9 stated above. All in favor. CONSENT AGENDA Case No. 2022-52, consider Design Permit for Rooftop improvement at 227 Main St S; Case of 227 Main St S Properties, LLC Request for a Concurrence for Retaining Wall Removal in Downtown Parking District Lots #14 & #15 Chair Thueson asked both cases to be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Commissioner Summers recused himself from discussion of Case No. 2022-52 because he was involved in the previous iteration of the deck at 227 Main St S. Case No. 2022-52, consider Design Permit for Rooftop improvement at 227 Main St S; 227 Main St S Properties, LLC Mr. Gladhill stated that the rooftop deck is for the building owner's office. Staff is presently discussing the design of the deck, most of which will not be visible from public view. The applicant is adding joists between the steel beams and 2 x 6 deck boards on top. The required guardrail for fall protection will consist of metal tubing with stainless steel cable barriers which is often used on rooftop decks and is consistent with other rooftop decks in the City. He showed existing conditions and stated that staff would require the tubing to be a dark muted color to match existing framing on the building. Staff recommends approval with three conditions. Commissioner Finwall said, if they move the railing back a foot or two from the parapet wall, it could not be seen from the ground at all, correct? and Mr. Gladhill answered possibly. Commissioner Larson suggested that an alternative to mounting the railing on top of the parapet might be to mount it to the inside vertical face of the parapet which would place it further back and reduce damage to the parapet. Chair Thueson suggested adding a condition requiring the color of the finish on the railings to be black or match the existing building trim. Motion by Commissioner Finwall to recommend approval of Case No. 2022-52, Design Permit for Rooftop improvement at 227 Main St S, with the three staff -recommended conditions, adding Condition #4, that the railing on the east side of the wall be set back 1-2 feet so it is not visible from the ground, and Condition #5, that the railing colors be submitted to staff for approval to ensure they are compatible with the building. Commissioner Larson requested an amendment to the motion, rather than saying 1-2 feet, to attach it to the structure below or the back side of the wall. Page 2 of 5 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting July 20, 2022 Commissioner Finwall agreed to amend the condition stating the railing shall connect to the back side of the parapet or be shifted back and connected to the structure below to reduce visibility from the ground. Commissioner Larson seconded the motion. All in favor. Request for a Concurrence for Retaining Wall Removal in Downtown Parking District Lots #14 & #15 Mr. Gladhill explained the project. Retaining walls in the drycleaner lot and the Teddy Bear Park lot must be replaced due to erosion. He reviewed two options for the public works team to remove and replace both retaining walls. Staff requests direction to authorize preparation of final plans and specs. Chairman Thueson noted that one of the walls may be the west wall of the City's original electrical power plant, shown on Sanborn maps as brick. He noted an objective of the Comprehensive Plan is to use the cultural landscape district documentation as a guide to inventory the City's public stone retaining walls. It may make sense for the Commission to have guidelines for potential replacement of such retaining walls because collectively, they are a distinctive feature of Stillwater history. Councilmember Junker pointed out that Lot #1 next to the boats has a 3' retaining wall made of versa - lock pavers and the Shorty's parking lot has a metal retaining wall; there are not many stone walls in City parking lots. Aesthetically the outcrop stone looks good against the bluff but he questioned the price difference, saying the walls tucked into the bluff will likely be covered by vines. Mr. Gladhill replied that the cut stone similar to that used at Teddy Bear Park, if used for both parking lots, would be $113,970. The outcrop stone would likely be more - staff is waiting for a quote. Commissioner Larson questioned a comment from the consultant regarding Lot 14, stating that the building is no longer there, therefore there are no historic structures to attach this wall to and it no longer has an ability to convey historic significance. He countered that there are walls without historic structures that still have significance. Commissioner Heimdahl agreed that cultural landscapes are significant and he is concerned that removal of these walls could prompt further removal of other culturally historic landscapes rather than investing in their upkeep. He would encourage salvaging any stone from Lot #15 that could be reused for future preservation projects. Commissioner Summers commented when replacing walls with natural stone, wherever possible, locally sourced stone should be used to avoid environmental impacts of trucking long distances. Mr. Gladhill recapped the discussion: adding treatment of retaining walls to the design guidelines and developing a comprehensive inventory of stairs, walls and ruins. Regarding the current request, the consensus is that either option is appropriate though the preference is for the natural outcrop stone. He will share the discussion points with the City Council. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. OTHER DISCUSSION ITEMS Case No. 2020-27, Update on Design Permit Amendment for rooftop improvements. Property located at 223 Main St S; Case of White Bear Ventures. - Tabled in part from the May Meeting. Postponed at request of Owner at June Meeting Page 3 of 5 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting July 20, 2022 Mr. Gladhill provided an update on approved construction activities and enforcement actions for construction activities completed but not approved. The applicant is requesting the following amendments to the approved Design Permit: 1) Replacing previous storage shed with private enclosed wet bar with sink and television (partially complete) 2) (New since June HPC Meeting) Glass fence on the parapet wall for the rooftop deck. The deck was raised without approval, resulting in a need for a taller safety barrier than the previous deck. The applicant is requesting formal consideration at the August meeting. Staff has issued a Compliance Letter/Notice of Violation that starts an official enforcement process. The Notice of Violation clarifies that any work on the rooftop moving forward is not authorized until the HPC considers the request for revision to the Design Permit. Any unauthorized work will be subject to Administrative Fines. If the HPC does not approve the requested revisions, these improvements will need to be removed. Case No. 2022-08, Update on Design Permit for 126 Main St S for Store Front Painting; Case of Blue Sun Soda Shop. Commission Request for Update from June Meeting Mr. Gladhill stated that on June 15, 2022, the HPC requested a review of the Design Permit Approval compared to actual completion of storefront painting for Blue Sun Soda Shop. He provided photos showing the project, and documentation of the approved design permit. He showed photos of the color samples that were discussed compared with what was applied to the building. Councilmember Junker stated that the chosen colors really stand out among the other historic buildings. Darker muted colors pictured in the packet do not compare to what was actually used. Commissioner Larson suggested showing the applicant the colors they said they would use which were much more subdued. The colors that went on the building seemed to be a lighter version. Downtown design guidelines discuss color being compatible with the surrounding area and this does not appear to be compatible. He would like to find out from the owner if they ever submitted more muted color samples, per the Commission's request, and if not, they could be asked to submit a more subdued version of the colors for approval. Mr. Gladhill said staff will have a friendly conversation and instruct the applicant to come back to the HPC as part of the corrective action. Discuss moving Regular Meetings to Second Wednesday of the month Mr. Gladhill stated that, based on recent staff vacancies and sufficient support for Commissions, staff would like to discuss moving the regular HPC meeting to the second Wednesday rather than the third Wednesday of each month. Those Commissioners present had no objection. Mr. Gladhill will check with the other Commissioners toward a final decision at the next meeting. Mr. Gladhill also noted a building permit application came in for No Neck Tony's at 231 Myrtle Street for window replacement, which fits within administrative approval. The request is to have sliding windows to accommodate a screen for airflow. Staff is making sure the windows have the same detail and color as existing. He asked if the Commission agrees it may be administratively approved. The consensus of the Commission was to request Commission review, perhaps on the Consent Agenda. FYI Chair Thueson shared that Bud Fowler, who played baseball in Stillwater in 1884, will be inducted to the Baseball Hall of Fame. He is considered to be the first professional black baseball player. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Heimdahl, seconded by Commissioner Summers, to adjourn. All in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m. Page 4 of 5 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting July 20, 2022 Matt Thueson, Chair ATTEST: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Director Page 5 of 5 I11war THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DATE: August 17, 2022 TO: Honorable Chair and HPC Commissioners FROM: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Design Permit — 231 Myrtle St E (106 Main St S); Case of No Neck Tony's BACKGROUND The City has received an Application for Design Permit for a window replacement at 231 Myrtle St E (underlying/parent address = 106 Main St S). The proposed window replacement would replace two (2) existing windows with sliding windows with screens. The intent is to improve airflow within the restaurant. The site is located in the following Zoning and Design Districts • Central Business District (underlying zoning district) • Downtown Design Review District • Historic Downtown Stillwater Commercial District (National Registry of Historic Place) — Contributing Building While the intent of the design guidelines is preservation over replacement, replacement windows are acceptable and common in Downtown Stillwater. Additionally, it is unlikely that the current windows are original windows. ALTERNATIVES • Approve as requested with following conditions: o Findings • The proposed building alteration or new construction, including its appurtenances, does not materially impair the architectural or historic integrity of the building and site, adjacent buildings and sites, or the neighborhood as a whole. • The proposed building or site alteration or new construction is compatible with, and will ensure continued significance and integrity of all properties within the historic district based on the period(s) of significance under which the district was designated. • Granting the design permit will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of this chapter and does not negatively alter the essential character and significance of the building, site, and its surroundings. o Conditions ■ Installation must be consistent with plans included in this memo • Minor changes may be approved by the Community Development Department • Major changes must be approved by the HPC ■ Installation requires the issuance of a Building Permit ■ Installation must retain the same detail of finished frame and trim as existing windows ■ Windows may not swing out into the public right-of-way/sidewalk • Deny request • Postpone action to request additional information or plan changes. The City Attorney has recommended that the HPC not provide design approval contingent upon revised plans. If the HPC desires to approve a project, subject to certain design modifications, it is recommended that action be tabled and revised plans be brought back to a future meeting for specific approval. ACTION REQUESTED Motion to approve the Design Permit for 106 Main St S (aka 231 Myrtle St S) with the findings as conditions above. Exhibit A — Existing Conditions Exhibit B — Applicant Materials Exhibit A — Existing Conditions Exhibit B — Applicant Materials Exhibit A — Existing Conditions Exhibit B — Applicant Materials Mi WINDOWS and DOORS MI Windows and Doors, 79 PARK LANE HEGINS, PA 17938 L L T 0 651-770-5570 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WINDOW WORLD TWIN CITIES 2220 CASTLE AVENUE E NORTH SAINT PAUL MN 55109 F.O.B ORIGIN SHIPPED VIA 214801-1_505_E36-TRUCK PLEASE REFER TO TN S NUMBER FOR ALL B LL NG AND/OR NQU RIES S P T 0 IIII11111IIII 11111111 II NO NECK TONY WINDOW WORLD TWIN CITIES 2220 CASTLE AVE EAST NORTH SAINT PAUL MN 55109 651-770-5570 CUSTOMER ORDER NO. 076-22536-NO NECK T ORDER NO 261490795 ORDER DATE 02/11/22 PAGE NO Page 1 of 1 ACCOUNT NO 303634 REFERENCE NO. Totsqft 3.32 06/1 7/22 10 01 PM (SHIP DATE 06/17/22 ORDER TYPE Paradigm TERMS 1% 10 DAYS NET 30 TAXABLE YES SALES REPRESENTATIVE Riley Dixon C LINE QUANTITY ORDERED PART NUMBER/DESCRIPTION UNIT PREVIOUSLY SHIPPED QUANTITY DUE QUANTITY \ SHIPPED 001 2 1685 VINYL 2-LITE SLIDER as entered: (49 1/2 X 63 3/4) id: (49 1/2 X 63 3/4 X) EA 0 2 2 (4000),XX-LT,EX WDW,SPS,FULL FLEXSCRN,CIARITY,WI-I,COCOA EXT, FINLESS, NTLKS,1/1,INS, LOE, DSB,ARGON BAR - FRONT *NO FOAM TAPE* 002 2 1685 VINYL 2-LITE SLIDER as entered: (49 1/2 X 63 3/4) id: (49 1/2 X 63 3/4 X) EA 0 2 2 (4000),PARTS,FULL FLEXSCREEN,EX WDW,CLLRITY,WH,COCOA EX T,FINLESS,FOAM TP,NTLKS,INS Total Due: 4 RECEIVED BY Customer Copy DATE MIP-9286 illwater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DATE: August 17, 2022 TO: Honorable Chair and HPC Commissioners FROM: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Design Permit #2020-27 REVISION Request for Rooftop Improvements at 223 Main St S; Case of White Bear Ventures, LLC BACKGROUND Over the past several meetings, the HPC has reviewed recent improvements to this property outside the scope of HPC Design Approval. Throughout 2020 and 2021, the City through the HPC, Planning Commission and City Council denied a request to install a 4th story onto this building. • Replacing previous storage shed with private enclosed wet bar with sink and television (partially complete) o The original 2020 Design Approval required removal of this existing shed, not converting to a more active use • Glass fence on parapet wall for rooftop deck o Deck was raised without approval by the City, resulting in need for taller safety barrier than previous deck o This was not included in the 2020 request The site is located in the following Districts: • Central Business District (underlying/primary Zoning District) • Downtown Design Review District • Downtown Stillwater Historic Commercial District (National Registry of Historic Places) Below is a summary of recent review. May HPC Meeting Approval granted to Storefront Improvements (new) Action on revisions to 2020 HPC Design Approval Tabled June HPC Meeting Action on revisions to 2020 HPC Design Approval tabled per Applicant Request July HPC Action on revisions to 2020 HPC Design Approval tabled per Applicant Request. The Applicant is requesting formal consideration at the August Meeting. However, Staff felt it important to update the HPC since this project involved unapproved improvements and previous request to postpone review. Staff has issued a Compliance Letter/Notice of Violation that starts an official enforcement process. The Applicant has been notified that future violations of the approved Design Permit will result in Administrative Citations (starts at $200/occurrence, doubling with each infraction up to $2,000/occurrence). The City previously approved the elevator tower and its exterior materials (dark, muted standing seam metal). The Notice of Violation clarifies that any work on the rooftop moving forward is not authorized until the HPC considers the request for revision to the Design Permit. Any unauthorized work will be subject to Administrative Fines. If the HPC does not approve the requested revisions, these improvements will need to be removed. ALTERNATIVES • Approve as Proposed (with findings and conditions) o Findings ■ The proposed building alteration or new construction, including its appurtenances, does not materially impair the architectural or historic integrity of the building and site, adjacent buildings and sites, or the neighborhood as a whole. ■ The proposed building or site alteration or new construction is compatible with, and will ensure continued significance and integrity of all properties within the historic district based on the period(s) of significance under which the district was designated. ■ Granting the design permit will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of this chapter and does not negatively alter the essential character and significance of the building, site, and its surroundings. o Conditions ■ Plans must be consistent with those on file ■ Minor changes may be approved by Community Development Department ■ Major changes must be approved by HPC ■ The Applicant must apply for a Building Permit • Deny Request • Table for more information or alternative proposed design The City Attorney has generally recommended that the City not grant approval contingent upon design changes. The City Attorney recommends that if the HPC desires to see certain design changes, those changes should be reflected in a revised plan set prior to HPC Action. RECOMMENDATION Glass Partition/Fall Prevention Staff would recommend that the HPC require that the glass fencing be relocated to the deck structure approximately one (1) set back from the parapet wall. Per past practice and design guidelines, Staff would not recommend allowing the glass wall to be affixed to the top of the parapet wall. Alternatively, if affixing to the deck structure is a structural concern, Staff would recommend that the Applicant affix the glass wall to the back of the parapet wall, not the top. This is consistent with a recent design approval for 227 Main St S, located adjacent to this Property. Rooftop Shed/Private Bar Staff needs additional policy direction on this proposed improvement before formulating further recommendations. ACTION 1. Motion to approve (or deny) the rooftop bar with stated findings and conditions of approval above. 2. Motion to direct the Applicant to remove the glass wall from the top of the parapet wall and install onto the deck structure or back of parapet wall for structural integrity and limited visibility. Exhibit A — Existing Conditions Photos - /-------_\__ � - 'r- ` Exhibit B — Previous Conditions Aerial Exhibit C — 2020 Approved Plans 228 County Hwy 23 Stillwater, Minnesota ter Google 0 I Street View 223 M 9 \\„, Tp 1rivr 9 • -.0100111101111111`.-- •. ic) I Q/ ..4...T P • J- • f0 16' SETBACK F OF BUILDING x AV , Wet Jr. s -- MAIN STREET SOUTH 411* �sTI�I4ff:t t M • ROOFTOP LANDING/STORAGE ROOM WITH STANDING SEAM METAL SIDING FARRELL RESIDENCE REMODEL, 223 MAIN STREET SOUTH, STILLWATER ARCIMECTS AUROMIRA EXISTING CHIMNEY IS CRACKED AND LEANING AND IS A SAFETY HAZARD. PROPOSE CUTTING DOWN TO PARAPET HEIGHT AND CAP TO MATCH EXISTING PARAPET WALL CAP ___BRA sLY ROOFTOP LANDING/STORAGE ROOM NOT VISIBLE AT THIS ANGLE FARRELL RESIDENCE REMODEL, 223 MAIN STREET SOUTH, STILLWATER 0 AUROMIRAARCHITECTS ST CROIX RIVER CROSSING LOOP TRAIL -MINNESOTA E NDING ROOFTOP LANDING/STORAGE ROOM WITH STANDING SEAM METAL SIDING FARRELL RESIDENCE REMODEL, 223 MAIN STREET SOUTH, STILLWATER ARCHITECTS AUROMIRA OWNER MAIN STREET OMITS OF CO STRUCTION 0 O UP 0 O 10S FT �O 55.7 SQ FT O O O 10 S O O 0 FT \)-ION PLAN NORTH FLOOR PLAN SYMBOLS LEGEND EXISTING WALL TO REMAIN NEW CASEWORK EXISTING WALL TO BE DEMOLILSHED EXISTING CASEWORK TO REMAIN O EXISTING DOOR TO BE DEMOLISHED NEW WALL EXISTING DOOR TO REMAIN NEW DOOR 11(\ EXISTING WINDOW TO REMAIN NEW POCKET DOOR / 5'-0"DIMENSION LINE, NOMINAL O KEYED NOTE it PRIVATE OFFICE ROOM NAME AND NUMBER ENTRY NUMBER MI Mil 1A SECTION REFERENCE TAG 1A ELEVATION REFERENCE TAG 500 500 REVISION CLOUD A GRIDLINE FIRE ESCAPE LADDER TO BELOW WATER STREET DEMOLITION PLAN KEYED NOTES 1. REMOVE STAIR 2. REMOVE ELEVATOR SHAFT 3. REMOVE WINDOWS 4. CUT TO PARAPET HEIGHT, USE STONE CAP TO MATCH EXISTING PARAPET WALL. 5. REMOVE SKYLIGHT, CREATE FLOOR OPENING FOR NEW STAIR 6. REMOVE ROOF MEMBRANE TO INSTALL NEW FLOOR FINISH 7. EXISTING DECKING & RAILING TO REMAIN E D FARRELL RESIDENCE REMODEL 223 MAIN STREET SOUTH, STILLWATER 0<> AUROMIRA ARCHITECTS 13754, FRONTIER COURT, SUITE 101 BURNSVILLE MN 55337 auromiraarchitects.com C I hereby certify that this plan, specification or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly registered Architect under the laws of the State of Minnesota pursuant to MR 1800 and 1805 1.1V-ImAnovvvair- Name: Mythili Thiagarajan Date: 10/23/2020 Reg. No: 42440 11/06/2020 ADDENDUM-2 10/23/2020 ADDENDUM-1 9/28/2020 PERMIT SET 9/28/2020 CHECK SET DATE DESCRIPTION PROJECT NO: CAD DWG FILE: DRAWN BY: MT CHKD BY: MT COPYRIGHT: AUROMIRA ARCHITECTS LLC SHEET TITLE ROOF LEVEL A DEMOLITION PLAN SHEET NO. 1 I 2 I 3 4 5 6 A2.DE OWNER MAIN STREET MAIN STREET 4›-A-13-OVE-PARAPET 4 ' , NEW FLIGHT OF STAIRS FROMRRED 3R FLOOR TO ROOF TOP FOR FARRELL A5.1 ; RESIDENCE ACCESS ONLYADD- 2 HR RATED SHAFT FOR STAIR AND FUTURE ELEVATOR O L LIMITS OF CONSTRUCTION MAX. COMMON PATH OF EGRESS ADD - TRAVEL DISTANCE- 94'1" < 125' P IBCTABLE 1006.2.1 ER UP O ROOFTOP O LIMITS OF CONSTRUCTION /\ O O O O O NORTH \ PENTHOUSE / 2 ROOF PLAN .,4,F� SCALE: 3/16"=1'-0" NORTH FLOOR PLAN KEYED NOTES 1 7. FIRE ESCAPE LADDER TO 8. BELOW 9 WATER STREET 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. SUMP PIT CLOSE OPENING ON ROOF, CLOSE THE FLOOR AND CEILING, FILL THE OPENING WITH 1-HR RATED FLOORING REF DETAIL 2/A6.1 FRAME IN FOR FUTURE ELEV SHAFT, UTILITY DUCT, GREASE DUCT EXISTING 4X4 WALLS, ADD 2 LAYERS OF $" TYPE "X" GYP BD. REF D2, D3 WALL TYPE EXISTING WINDOWS TO REMAIN, REFACE AND REPAINT ON INTERIOR SIDE ANDERSEN 200 SERIES DOUBLE -HUNG WINDOWS, WHITE EXTERIOR AND UNFINISHED PINE INTERIOR, 39-1/2" X 59-1/2". ANDERSEN OUTSWING FOLDING DOOR, TRADITIONAL STYLE, 3 PANELS - EACH 3'-4" X 7'. FOLD IN TOWARDS ELEVATOR. ANDERSEN 400 SERIES DOUBLE -HUNG WINDOWS TO MATCH EXISTING WINDOWS. DOOR 301 TO BE 3'X8', DOORS 310 AND 201 TO BE 90 MIN RATED DOOR AND FRAME WITH CLOSER AND GASKET DOOR 401 TO BE 3' WIDE DOOR, 90 MIN RATED DOOR AND FRAME WITH CLOSER AND GASKET. VERIFY DOOR HEIGHT WITH OWNER EXISTING DECK AND GUARDRAIL TO REMAIN STACKABLE WASHER/DRYER ELECTRICAL PANEL MOP SINK EXISTING ROOF DRAINS TO REMAIN. ALL NEW PATHWAYS TO BE 10' MIN FROM PARAPET WALL, WITH WALKING PADS AT PATHWAYS ROOF TOP UNIT REPAIR ROOF AREAS AS NEEDED PER MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS, EXISTING EPDM ROOF TO REMAIN NEW SILL AT DOORWAY TO BE 8" HIGH TO MEET MANUFACTURER'S INDUSTRY STANDARD FLASHING HEIGHT. COORDINATE SILL HEIGHT WITH NEW FLOOR HEIGHT AND STAIR LANDING AT PENTHOUSE PENTHOUSE TO HAVE EPDM ROOF WITH CODE APPROVED SLOPE AND SCUPPER TO DRAIN ONTO MAIN ROOF GUTTER AND DOWN SPOUT REPAIR/RESEAL JOINTS BETWEEN THE CAP STONES AT PARAPET WALL. AT DAMAGED CHIMNEY CAPS, PROVIDE PLYWOOD UNDERLAYMENT AND FULLY SOLDERED CHIMNEY CAP FOR WATERTIGHTNESS D FLOOR PLAN GENERAL NOTES A. INSTALL ANDERSEN DOORS AND WINDOWS PER MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDATIONS B. EXISTING ROOF DRAINS AND OVERFLOW SCUPERS TO REMAIN TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT POSSIBLE. ROOFER TO PROVIDE TAPERED INSULATION LAYOUT SUBMITTAL FOR ALL NEW/EXISTING ROOFING TO BE INSTALLED FIRE ESCAPE LADDER TO BELOW WATER STREET FARRELL RESIDENCE REMODEL 223 MAIN STREET SOUTH, STILLWATER 00• AUROMIRA ARCHITECTS 13754, FRONTIER COURT, SUITE 101 BURNSVILLE MN 55337 auromiraarchitects.com I hereby certify that this plan, specification or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly registered Architect under the laws of the State of Minnesota pursuant to MR 1800 and 1805 },Af,,,U, ,itiovirovd-v— Name: Mythili Thiagarajan Date: 10/23/2020 Reg. No: 42440 11/06/2020 ADDENDUM-2 10/23/2020 ADDENDUM-1 9/28/2020 PERMIT SET 9/28/2020 CHECK SET DATE DESCRIPTION PROJECT NO: CAD DWG FILE: DRAWN BY: MT CHK'D BY: MT COPYRIGHT: AUROMIRA ARCHITECTS LLC SHEET TITLE ROOF PLAN SHEET NO. 1 3 4 5 6 A4.FL OWNER 1 METAL PANEL SYSTEM WEATHER BARRIER MEMBRANE FLASHING POSITIONING FIN- SET IN SEALANT METAL SYSTEM TRIM WITH WEEPS SEALANT WITH BACKER ROD SEALANT WITH BACKER ROD METAL SYSTEM TRIM WITH WEEPS POSITIONING FIN- SET IN SEALANT MEMBRANE FLASH WEATHER BARRIE METAL PANEL SYSTE HEAD/SILL DETAIL AT WINDOW SCALE: 1-1 /2"=1'-0" PREFINISHED METAL CAP OVER MEMBRANE FLASHING 1 1 1 ROOF OVER TAPERED INSULATION, EXTEND EPDM OVER GYP SHEATHING BEHIND METAL CAP BEAM, SEE STRUCTURAL 2 H-R' RAT'D E'E R I W SEE WALL TYPES CORRUGATED METAL SIDING -TO MATCH EXISTING R21 MIN. NSULATION AT NE EXTERIOR WALL 3 4 DOUBLE HUNG WINDOW, SEE PLAN HEADER AT WINDOW, SEE STRUCTURAL REFER TO ANDERSEN WINDOWS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Z 2 METAL FLASHING AT SILL EXISTING EPDM ROOF OVER TAPERED INSULATION, EXTEND EPDM OVER GYP SHEATHING BEHIND METAL SIDING EXISTING STRUCTURE WALL SECTION AT ROOF LEVEL A7.1 SCALE: 1 "=1'-0" 5 ADD-2 >- u_ w ono N \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ _ / / / / / \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \Ub>U / / / / / / 5 > \ \ \ \ \ \ / / / / / / / A6.1 / / / / 1 6 STANDING SEA METAL PANEL SIDING EXISTING PARAPET WALL ROOF ELEVATION WEST 8" SILL HEIGHT TO ALLOW FOR ROOF FLASHING PER INDUSTRY STANDARDS SCALE: 1/2"=1'-0" ROOF ELEVATION SOUTH SCALE: 1 /2"=1'-0" ROOF ELEVATION EAST A7.1 SCALE: 1 /2"=1-0" E D FARRELL RESIDENCE REMODEL 223 MAIN STREET SOUTH, STILLWATER 00• AUROMIRA ARCHITECTS 13754, FRONTIER COURT, SUITE 101 BURNSVILLE MN 55337 auromiraarchitects.com C I hereby certify that this plan, specification or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly registered Architect under the laws of the State of Minnesota pursuant to MR 1800 and 1805 11 "d�/J �Jl V Name: Mythili Thiagarajan Date: 10/23/2020 Reg. No: 42440 11/06/2020 10/23/2020 9/28/2020 9/28/2020 DATE ADDENDUM-2 ADDENDUM-1 PERMIT SET CHECK SET DESCRIPTION PROJECT NO: CAD DWG FILE: DRAWN BY: MT CHK'D BY: MT COPYRIGHT: AUROMIRA ARCHITECTS LLC SHEET TITLE A ELEVATIONS SHEET NO. A7.1 1 4 5 6 Letter to the Heritage Preservation Commission regarding 223 Main St S Stillwater, MN 55082 Abbi, I am drafting this letter to inform the HPC on the intended and proposed changes to the property at 223 Main St. S in Stillwater. This building is believed to have been built in the 1880's. This is a three-story red brick Classical Revival style commercial building with Red sandstone trim and sandstone banding between second and third floor .:* it topped by an elaborate broad metal paired bracketed and paneled swag parapet w(dentils. Second and third story windows are newer, original opening still intact. The s i ont is altered with newer brick and clapboard in the Transom above main entran t� building is mixed use with a Bakery currently operating out of the 15t floor spac RI and 3' floors are residential 4zand will be owner occupied. The proposed changes include: - Moving the 3rd floor to roof stair accsom the middle of the space on 3rd floor to the existing stairwell located at th .jihwest end of the building. In doing this we can obtain rooftop access- from \ ••rs and down to the street entrance without having to access 3rd floor o pied to reach the roof. This will make general maintenance of roof top me ':�al pied much more accessible for repairs or replacement without having to i e ruesses or residents of the building. The stairs can also then be built to currenting codes and life safety measures achieved. - Moving the exist, g Elevator from the current location and putting it next to the existing stairwell at the Northwest end of the building. (Existing elevator cannot be brought up to code) By moving this elevator location we can remove the peaked roof mass near the parapet on the East side of the roof. The new elevator will be brought to the original placement at the construction of the building. This elevator will be able to service all floors of the building. - Adding a "Covered Vestibule/Storage" approximately 324 square feet to receive the elevator stop at the roof, also receive the relocated stairway to the roof from 3rd. This space will provide a covered entrance to the roof, house the elevator and stairway, as well as provide storage space for furniture used on the existing deck. Our goal for this is to allow enough clear space for the exit of the stairwell and elevator, as well as the ability to store any furniture or equipment from the existing patio to keep it from sitting in the open when not in use as well as not impeding on the entrance landing of the stair and elevator. - This structure will be comprised of the same material currently being used for the existing Stairway Doghouse as well as the existing Elevator Doghouse but with a cleaner more organized look. o Standing Seam galvanized steel siding o Aluminum soffit and fascia o Windows to allow for an open air look from street views along the West and South side of the Structure. Tri fold glass doors on the East side. Please see sheet A7.1 of attached Architectural drawings for the details - This structure is designed to have a flat EPDM roof to minimize the overall height. A gable roof design we believe would cause more attention to the structure and is not inline with the current roof design of the building. _`V As the roof sits right now the existing stair and elevator doghouses(�`��bt contributing to the historical look of the building. These were installed years after ial construction of the building. The original elevator shaft location is where we Intl put the new elevator bringing it back to its original location in the building. We believe that these additions that are scattered o currently sits. Our intention is to remove those la look going from three structures to one. Please see the attached Architectural dr structure with updated street view re Our overall intent i �� n tr4ag this space is to clean up the roof as it sits, make the roof m '� cessible than it is right now for future patrons/resideiof ain St, bring all means of access and egress up to code centralizing tlgn into one location, and finally making it both useful and appealing to all that can use it and see it. Q eh-oof are not physically appealing as it tions making for a cleaner organized or the exact location and look of the proposed Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. ??3 S. Main Street J Railing Choices We knew we needed a railing, and based on the many options currently being used in Stillwater, we assumed it was a personal preference. Currently most of the river buildings have glass. We selected glass too. We chose to push our glass to the interior wall for less visibility from the street. We spent a lot of money on the metal trim to make building more attractive. We didn't want to cover it up. All of the exterior railings I could find have them attached to the exterior wall. Here are examples from other buildings downtown and why we selected glass railing. Water Street Inn. Two different railing systems on same Building Papa's Roof. Mounted on middle of top wall Lofts with glass mounted to exterior wall Building four doors down is allowed a 7' solid fence Shed We are aware we are the owners of the building, but the original contractor was representing us and we were all unaware of the shed situation. We were expecting to have the roof complete last fall, before the unforeseen new roof came about. The shed already had the electrical and plumbing to sustain our roof top needs. It was crucial to finish the interior of the shed as quickly as possible so we could continue moving forward finishing the landscape. We have owned this building for 4 years and are hoping to finally use it to its fullest delight!! I am sure the city of Stillwater is also looking for completion and have the mess finally cleaned up. There are examples of other roofs that have been added onto. LoLo Building The first picture is an aerial view of Lolo Building with no third floor/patio. The second picture is a current view. They were allowed to add on an entire floor and patio. Picture on left is Aerial View of Portside building. Pictures on right are the current view. RiverJeans Building A2mnmanAml/nnV This is our current view of Stillwater. From our roof and from our windows inside. The left pictures is the original building. The pictures on the right is what our neighbors are now getting to look at. This should be your inspiration. Every rooftop should be this beautiful. illwater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DATE: August 17, 2022 TO: Honorable HPC Chair and HPC Commissioners FROM: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Director SUBJECT: CD Case No. 2022-40: Request for Design Permit for Storefront Painting at 120 Main St S; Case of Scandinavian North BACKGROUND This Application was originally reviewed at the June 15, 2022 HPC Meeting. Action was tabled at that time to further refine the proposal. The Subject Property is located within the following Zoning Districts. • CBD: Central Business District (Primary/Underlying Zoning District) • Downtown Stillwater Historic District (NRHP: National Registry of Historic Places) — Contributing Building • Downtown Design Review District Scandinavian North (Applicant) is represented by Martin Hallkvist. LDL Company (Property Owner) is represented by Michael J. Lynskey, Sr. of Lynskey Clark. REQUEST The Applicant is requesting a Design Permit to change existing paint color on the wood accents to a combination of black/slate grey and historically appropriate white. Based on HPC recommendations, the Applicant has revised the proposal to include a muted white. Additionally, the Applicant has provided multiple options for the HPC to consider. Continued on next page. THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA Proposed Color Palette SW 6993 Black of Night Interior/ Exterior Location Wilber. 251-05 2.31 Black of Night SW 7008 Alabaster Interior 1 Exterior Location Number: 255-C2 255 Alabaster SW 7048 Urbane Bronze Interior ! Exterior Location Number 245-C7 245 ■. Urbane Bronze SW 7042 Shoji White Interior f Exterior Location Number: 254-C4 254 Shoji White 1 Continued on next page. illwater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA Alternative #1 (Applicant's Preferred Alternative) Alternative #2 l 7�111AldNi NIII1I v... Mr1 Alternative #3 Alternative #4 FINDINGS The City's design guidelines for alterations in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District encourage retention and repair over replacement. The applicant's proposal does accomplish this task in part by preserving the existing wood as opposed to replacing with a new material. However, the HPC should discuss the appropriateness of the proposed color palette. The city's adopted guidelines suggest building color should be compatible with historic materials, building type and style, and the surrounding area context. Little is known about the specific colors within the downtown area. In the past the Heritage Preservation Commission has encouraged dark, muted tones. However, this recommendation is not codified nor a part of the adopted guidelines. A review of historical photos appears to indicate, at minimum, that the color scheme of this building (and its wood accents) are darker, muted colors as opposed to a bright white accent. The building is flanked on both sides by storefronts where transom windows have been covered by, or replaced with, wood panels. Thus, this series of storefronts contain significantly more painting than many of the traditional storefronts along Main Street. The current condition does make these storefronts stand out a little more than other buildings within the vicinity. The building's existing color scheme contains three (3) different colors (green, brown and beige). The applicant is proposing to paint the wood accent white. The Applicant references the business at 114 Main St N as a peer example of the use of white accents. The most recent Design Permit for storefront improvements for this building (114 Main St N), consistent with current conditions, was in 2011. Design Permit No. 2011-12 approved the replacement of the storefront with white accents. Prior to that, the City approved Design Permit No. 1995-19 that included painting of the storefront brick. Unfortunately, the case file (at least the legible portions) did not specify a specific color. In this example, the wood accent is less pronounced due to a small scope and scale/percentage of the overall facade. Additionally, the HPC recently approved a Design Permit for storefront painting adjacent to 120 Main St S (Subject Property). In that example, the HPC requested a less -bright, muted version of the colors proposed. To assist visualize these examples, sample photos are attached to this report. The HPC has the following alternatives to consider. 1. Approve as presented, with the following conditions a. Plans shall be consistent with those submitted to the Community Development Department and on file with CD Case No. 2022-40. b. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the Community Development Department. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Approve as amended (based on discussion) 3. Deny a. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the Downtown Design Review District standards, then the Commission may deny the request. With a denial, the basis of action is required to be given. Furthermore, a denial with prejudice would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a similar application for one year. 4. Table for further information RECOMMENDATION Based on discussion at the June HPC Meeting and subsequent revisions by the Applicant, Staff would recommend approval of the Design Permit. While all four (4) of the options could technically be approved, Staff's preferred options provided by the Applicant are either Alternative #3 or #4 for the best balance of dark, muted colors (predominant historical color) and historically appropriate white. Additionally, Staff would recommend that the primary white used would be SW 7008 (Alabaster) with the SW 7042 (Shoji White) as an accent on the internal panel. ACTION REQUESTED Motion to approve/deny/table (choose action) the Design Permit for 120 Main St S. Exhibit A Historical Photos circa 1905 1990s Era Photos Exhibit B Area Comparisons 114 Main St N 126 Main St S (Recent Adjacent Example) Other Examples (Generally — not specific to brighter color requests) .STII.f,WATER OLIVE OII. CD I11war THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DATE: August 17, 2022 (revised) TO: Honorable HPC Chair and HPC Commissioners FROM: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Director SUBJECT: CD Case No. 2022-19: Request for Design Permit for New Multifamily Housing Development (Myrtle Street Apartments) at 107 3rd St S; Case of Landucci Homes BACKGROUND Staff updated this report on Monday, August 15. Revisions in This is the third major version of this proposed multifamily housing development by the same Developer since 2021. Due to timing, Staff is providing a history of this project and some preliminary analysis at this time. This report will be updated on Monday, August 15 with a more robust analysis. The Subject Property is located within the following Zoning Districts. • CBD: Central Business District (Primary/Underlying Zoning District) • Downtown Design Review District Landucci Homes originally approached the City in March, 2021. Parking and massing/size of the building were of major concern. The original proposal was for 42 units and included the adjacent single-family lot/building (110 Myrtle St E) as part of the proposal. Based on initial review by the Planning Commission and HPC, the Applicant attempted to reduce the height, bulk and massing of the building while still addressing parking needs (Version 2). Ultimately, that request was denied. The HPC denied the original Design Permit Application in July, 2021. The Planning Commission also denied a request for Conditional Use Permit and Variances at that same time. City Council upheld said denials on appeal. Since then, the Applicant has been working on a third major revision, now 21 units. The current proposal does NOT include the adjacent lot at 110 Myrtle St E at this time. Below is a list of the most recent recommendations from the HPC (based on the original submittal. The analysis below also provides a comparison to the current plan set. Previous Recommendations Updated Plan Notes Remove uppermost story (4th story penthouse) 4th story removed. Only rooftop patio remains. Does include elevator and stairwell towers. Elevator Tower required per Building Code for lower levels of building. Step back the east side of building [facing] 110 Myrtle Street E Building has not been stepped back, but `L' shape of building behind this existing home has been removed. No longer any proposed improvements on 110 Myrtle St E. Remove the easternmost third and fourth stories behind 110 Myrtle St E. All levels behind 110 Myrtle St E have now been removed. Break up metal with brick, and consider a brick color more in line with brick in the area. Exterior fagade primarily brick w/ standing seam metal as accent. Brick color changed to be more appropriate for area. Landscape between two buildings to create more privacy and separation. Per discussion. See current Landscape Plan. Explore different window and balcony placement facing 110 Myrtle St E. Per discussion. See current Site Plan. Applicant desires to maximize river view. REQUEST The Applicant is requesting a Design Permit to for infill development/new construction. FINDINGS Related to the Stillwater Design Guidelines, several concerns were originally expressed to the Applicant in terms of massing, height and rhythm of adjacent structures. At that time, the request also included a fourth story, which has since been removed. However, the proposal does include a rooftop patio as well as elevator and stair towers to access the rooftop. It does not have any residential units nor recreation rooms at this time. The HPC has the following alternatives to consider. 1. Approve as presented, with the following conditions a. Findings i. The proposed building alteration or new construction, including its appurtenances, does not materially impair the architectural or historic integrity of the building and site, adjacent buildings and sites, or the neighborhood as a whole. ii. The proposed building or site alteration or new construction is compatible with, and will ensure continued significance and integrity of all properties within the historic district based on the period(s) of significance under which the district was designated. iii. Granting the design permit will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of this chapter and does not negatively alter the essential character and significance of the building, site, and its surroundings. b. Conditions i. Plans shall be consistent with those included in this report. ii. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the Community Development Department. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Approve as amended (based on discussion) 3. Deny a. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the Downtown Design Review District standards, then the Commission may deny the request. With a denial, the basis of action is required to be given. Furthermore, a denial with prejudice would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a similar application for one year. 4. Table for further information RECOMMENDATION The following recommendation is solely based on architectural design elements and compliance with the Stillwater Design Guidelines. This recommendation is not based on parking needs nor compliance with setbacks. Staff's recommendation based on those Zoning Code Standards might appear different than this recommendation for Design Guideline Compliance. Generally speaking, Staff feels that the current proposal is much closer to compliance than previous iterations as it relates to compliance with the Stillwater Design Guidelines. Staff does note, however, that the proposed decks do encroach into the required setback. From a Design Guidelines perspective, these decks add architectural interest. Ultimately, the Planning Commission will need to decide final action on said Variance request. Staff encourages the HPC to forward a recommendation to the Planning Commission as it relates to these decks (keep or remove). Generally speaking, Staff would recommend approval of the Design Permit, with minor modifications as discussed/directed. ACTION REQUESTED Motion to approve/deny/table (choose action) the Design Permit for 107 3rd St S. minim iuii•ui i 11111111 11111 lil 4 EL�,�,tCR? .1�1 T.O. PARKING LEVEL Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0" Architects Proposed 21 Unit Apartment Exterior West Elevation PROJECT NO.. Commercial I Retail I Mixed Use Residential I Restaurants 107 3rd St. N Stillwater , MN A4 Myrtle• Rla.vlmenli 0 PARKING LEVEL Scale:1/8" = 1'-0" architects Commercial I Retail 11liaed Use Residential I Restaurants Proposed 21 Unit Apartment 107 3rd St. N Stillwater, MN Exterior South Elevation A5 Scale: 1/8" = 1'-0" Architects Proposed 21 Unit Apartment Exterior East Elevation PROJECT NO.. i a Commercial I Retail I Mixed Use Residential I Restaurants 107 3rd St. N Stillwater , MN A6 n r;'- .-t _t-Y."1".`rt. _—r�- '.LLLt__-- y?!..�:. :�=iC y9- Li_ . -. i.- Architects Proposed 21 Unit Apartment Exteri Scale: 3/16" = 1'-0" or North Elevation PROJECT NO.. a i Commercial I Retail I Mixed Use Residential I Restaurants 107 3rd St. N Stillwater , MN A7 Brick Veneer Vertical Metal Panel Black Metal Panel and Parapet Architects Proposed 21 Unit Apartment Color/ Materials PROJECT NO.. mm -IN Commercial I Retail I Mixed Use Residential I Restaurants 107 3rd St. N Stillwater , MN A8 g3 90 EXISTING HOUSE TO REMAIN REBUILD RETAINING WALL AS NEEDED REFER TO STRUCTURAL ENGINEER s;11 1 " = 30'-0" 15'-0" 0 30'-0" 107 3RD STREET NORTH, STILLWATER iyi4SiteUP G O 4931 W. 35TH ST., #200 ST. LOUIS PARK, MN 55416 Office: 612.615.0060 www.CNilSiteGroup.com SITE PLAN Project Number. Issue Date: 21043 07/22/2022 Revision Number: Revision Date: 1 " = 30'-0" 15'-0" 0 30'-0" 107 3RD STREET NORTH, STILLWATER CivilS-�� G R O U P 4931 W. 35TH ST., #200 ST. LOUIS PARK, MN 55416 Office: 612.615.0060 www.CNilSiteGroup.com LANDSCAPE PLAN Project Number. Issue Date: 21043 07/22/2022 Revision Number: Revision Date: 5. STILLWATER DESIGN GUIDELINES DOWNTOWN DESIGN REVIEW DISTRICT (DDRD) DESIGN GIIDELINES - 5.1 STILLWATER COMMERCIAL HISTORIC DISTRICT (SCHD) The Stillwater Commercial Historic District, at the heart of the Downtown Design Review District, was listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1992.4 4 Norene Roberts, "Stillwater Commercial Historic District National Register of Historic Places Nomination," 1992. On file, CDD. The NRHP is a listing of properties identified as having cultural significance at a national, state or local level and that have met criteria for listing a defined by the Secretary of the Interior. The NRHP listing requires review of projects that receive federal funds to consider the impact on historic and prehistoric resources. Federal tax credits are available for certified rehabilitation of qualifying properties within the district. Rehabilitation work must meet the Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings. (SOI). Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 37 The Stillwater Commercial Historic District is also a locally designated historic district. As shown in Figure 4, the historic district encompasses the area that parallels the river along Water and S. and N. Main streets, and the cross -streets of Mulberry, Commercial, Myrtle, Chestnut, Olive, and Nelson. The local district includes 56 contributing buildings, two contributing sites, three contributing structures, and one contributing object. According to the National Register of Historic Places nomination (1992), the eleven -block district is significant in the areas of architecture and commerce. Contributing properties in the historic district, which retain a good level of exterior historic integrity, include primarily brick commercial buildings, one to three stories in height, which represent a variety of architectural styles from 1860 to 1940. The oldest remaining downtown core along North and South Main Street includes buildings dating from between 1864 and 1875; some feature stone exterior walls with brick -faced facades. In addition to historic one-, two - and three-story commercial buildings of various types, there are also examples of 1860s and 1870s Greek Revival and Italianate style dwellings at and just outside the edges of the district, and buildings related to historic lumber, rail, manufacturing and institutional uses are also well represented. At left, the Brunswick House (1848) at 114 E. Chestnut Street, and the commercial development just outside the SCHD boundary. 5.1.1 Review of Contributing and Non- contributing Properties in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District The HPC uses the guidelines to review all Design Permit applications for new infill construction, additions, and exterior alterations to contributing properties within the Stillwater Commercial Historic District and in the surrounding portion of the Downtown Design Review District. The Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation may also be consulted (see Chapter 4, Section 4.2). If determined to be maintenance -related and within certain budget limits, some projects may receive administrative review and approval from City staff. A non- contributing property (classified as such because of loss of exterior historic integrity or properties built within the past 50 years) also requires a Design Permit and is reviewed with the Guidelines to the extent applicable. In some cases, SOI standards may be applied if it appears the work could have a negative impact on adjacent properties in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 38 0 0.05 0.1 1 l 0.2 Miles Author: HKGi July 30, 2021 • Individually -listed National Register of Historic Places Property Stillwater Commercial Historic District (SCHD, NRHP) Q Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCD) Downtown Design Review Overlay District (DDRD) 7,4 Area within DDRD and NCD Figure 4. Stillwater Downtown Design Review Overlay District, including Stillwater Commercial Historic District. The Downtown Design Review District includes commercial, former industrial, residential and institutional buildings, as well as historic parks, public stairs, stone retaining walls, and other distinctive viewshed and landscape features. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 39 5.2 DOWNTOWN DESIGN REVIEW OVERLAY DISTRICT (DDRD OVERLAY DISTRICT) Section 31-404 of the Stillwater City Code notes: The downtown design review overlay district is established to conserve and enhance downtown Stillwater's appearance, preserve its historical and architectural assets, protect and encourage areas of existing or potential scenic value, and assist property owners. It promotes working together effectively when new construction, renovation, and restoration are proposed. The purpose of the regulations is to ensure that building alterations emphasize the design and materials of the original building and remove inconsistent materials and features, that new construction maintains the scale and character of existing buildings and that downtown pedestrian quality is maintained and enhanced. The Downtown Design Review District (DDRD Overlay District) includes the Stillwater Commercial Historic District shown on Figure 1 and Figure 4. These districts contain most of the city's late 19th- and early 20th-century commercial buildings. The surrounding DDRD with a total of approximately 300 commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial properties, includes new construction since ca. 1975, most notably residential and office buildings. Overlapping portions of the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCD) include many 19th- and early 20th-century residential properties. Pioneer Park is among historically significant public open spaces in the DDRD, in addition to Lowell Park. Commercial properties in the DDRD outside the Stillwater Commercial Historic District span the period ca. 1885-1970 as well as more recent construction. One of the oldest commercial buildings in the SCHD: 132 S. Main Street (1869), in 2021. The HPC uses the Design Guidelines to review all Design Permit applications for new construction, exterior alterations and additions. Features of the following are regulated by Standards in the Stillwater City Code: • Building height, volume and setback • Signs and Awnings • Lighting • Parking • Streetscape Design If determined to be primarily maintenance -related and within certain budget limits, some projects may receive administrative review and approval from City staff. All building alterations and development in the DDRD are subject to City zoning regulations. Base zoning districts underlying the DDRD overlay district primarily include Central Business District (CBD), Two Family Residential (RB), and Public Administration (PA). Individually designated NRHP properties within the DDRD, outside of the Stillwater Commercial Historic District, have not been individually designated as local landmarks. NRHP properties include the Washington County Courthouse, Ivory McKusick House, Mortimer Webster House, Roscoe Hersey House, Austin Jenks House, and Staples Mill (see Figure 4). 5.2.1 Historic Residential Properties in the DDRD The Downtown Design Review District Guidelines or Historic Residential Design Guidelines may also apply to residential buildings, including some properties currently in commercial use that were historically used as dwellings. The Design Review Permit Process includes review of proposed alterations to exterior features such as porches, windows, siding, and decorative trim and additions. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 40 5.3 NON-RESIDENTIAL: ALTERATIONS The Downtown Design Review District surrounding Stillwater's Main Street and the downtown riverfront represents more than 150 years of the city's development. The restored masonry storefronts and industrial building facades are evidence of property owners' interest in historic preservation since the early 1970s. Ranging in height from one to three stories, excellent examples of Italianate, Queen Anne, and Commercial styles are executed in red and yellow brick and limestone. Each historic commercial building is unique, with a great variety of storefronts, window treatments and rooflines located on each block. Roofline parapets are executed in in wood, metal or brick, and masonry plaques bear the names of early businesses. Storefronts are often flanked by cast iron or wood columns and upper -story windows are framed by brick corbelling and ornate stone and brick hoods. In the past, some historic storefronts and facades were remodeled, resulting in removal of decorative trim and window and storefront alterations. In recent years, however, many building owners have completely restored historic storefronts and facades. Photographs and archival research have aided these efforts. Historic photographs, available at the Minnesota Historical Society, the Washington County Historical Society, the John Runk photo collection at the Stillwater Public Library, Washington County Historical Society and the Minnesota Historical Society, show Stillwater's streetscape changes over time. Exterior maintenance and rehabilitation, new infill construction and upgraded signs and lighting are ongoing in the district today. As detailed in Chapter 3, many of Stillwater's commercial and industrial buildings retain special style or character associated with a period (or periods) of construction. Typically there is a two-part horizontal division with glazed (or once -glazed) storefronts at the first story. The storefronts —the facades of individual shops —usually support a band of uniformly sized windows surmounted by a decorative cornice. Parapet Corbeled Cornice Pier Window with double -hang 1-over-1 sash Sid Transom Display Window Double -deaf doors Kickplate Parts ofa Building: Historic Commercial Design Guidelines also apply to features of former factory and other industrial buildings within the Downtown Design Review District. A prominent stone or concrete foundation, flat roof, simple cornice treatment, and symmetrically arranged windows with one -over -one sash are typical characteristics of some. Smithson -,r-.,_. 0.0-nalY T 1111111iinaili■ . . ■ • •■ Box Factory, 323 S. Main Street (1910), in 1936. Runk/MNHS Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 41 5.3.1 General Guidelines a. Conserve and enhance the historic appearance of Stillwater's commercial and industrial buildings. Windows, entries, and decorative historic features such as columns, brackets, cornices, and parapets should be retained in repair or renovation projects. b. Historic storefronts should be repaired or restored rather than replaced, when possible. c. Conserve historic wood, stone, brick, tile, terra cotta, metal and glass, and other surfaces. d. Missing or severely deteriorated features should be replaced with new materials that reflect the size, style, and detail of the original. Appropriate substitute materials are acceptable. e. Retain and conserve alterations and additions that have developed significance over the course of the building's history. f. Restoration or rehabilitation projects should not borrow designs, materials, or colors from periods inappropriate to the historic design. g. Where possible, determine the historic appearance the property of through photographic and archival research and building inspection, and use the information in planning improvements. Alterations that have not have historical significance may be removed. Lumbermen's Exchange, 101 S. Water Street (1890). MNHS Majestic Theatre, 229 S. Main Street (1910). Mosier Bros Block (1888) and the adjoining Jarchow and York Block (1890) at Chestnut and S. Main Streets, shown in 1915. MNHS Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 42 5.3.2 Masonry Deteriorated brick, stone, mortar, and other materials should be replaced with material used in original construction or with materials that resemble the appearance of the original as closely as possible. The advice of a skilled mason should be sought for repair projects. Cleaning and l/aterproofang a. Masonry cleaning should be conducted only to halt deterioration and by means such as low-pressure water, soft brushes, and/or appropriate chemical treatment. Sandblasting should not be used under any circumstances. Waterproof and water repellent coatings should not be used unless there is evidence of past water penetration. Repointing b. Original mortar joint size and profile should be retained and/or reduplicated in repointing. Mortar mixtures should duplicate the original in lime, sand, and cement proportion and should duplicate the original mortar in color and texture. c. Mortar joints should be carefully washed after setup to retain the neatness of the joint lines and keep extraneous mortar off of masonry surfaces. Painting and Paint Removal d. The historic color and texture of masonry surfaces should be retained and unpainted stone and brick surfaces should not be painted. The removal of paint from painted masonry surfaces should only be attempted if unpainted surfaces are historically appropriate and if removal can be accomplished without damage to the masonry. e. Historic painted signs and features such as masonry anchors should be conserved. Resurfacing f. Historic masonry surfaces should not be covered with other materials, including stucco, brick or stone veneer, or vinyl or aluminum products. Above: locally quarried limestone and many types of brick, including locally burned yellow brick, are among Stillwater's distinctive early building materials. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 43 5.3.3 Roofs, Cornices, and Parapets The historic roofline including the coping, cornice, parapet, and other elements are character -defining features and should be appropriately maintained. a. Whether constructed of wood, brick, pressed sheet metal, limestone or other stone, or terra cotta, no part of the historic cornice or parapet should be covered or removed. b. Historic masonry copings at the parapet should be maintained. Where coping is missing on common (party) walls, metal coping with an appropriate painted finish is acceptable. It should not extend on the exterior building wall farther than the approximate width of a single brick or masonry unit. c. Rooftop equipment, including air conditioning units that project above the roofline, should be set back from the parapet and primary building elevation. Equipment should be concealed with appropriate materials and wherever possible should not be visible from the street level. (See also Chapter 5, Section 5.5.2, Rooftop Equipment, Utility Areas and Mechanical Equipment.) Rooftop equipment should be set back as far as possible. Excelsior Block (1882) at 118-126 N. Main Street features a corbeled brick cornice and stone date and name plaques. 5.3.4 Removal of Non -historic Features a. Manufactured siding, signs, canopies, filler panels of wood or shingles, stucco, concrete or glass block, and fiberglass are among non -historic materials or treatments that may be appropriate for removal during building rehabilitation. 5.3.5 Replacement of Missing Features a. Missing materials and features, as shown in historic photographs or other evidence, may be replicated and replaced as appropriate. Replacement materials or features should replicate the size, scale, design, material, and texture of the original and be based on historical documentation. b. Avoid adding features that cannot be substantiated by historical evidence. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 44 5.3.6 Windows Windows and window tarn give character and expression to the building exterior. Their size and spacing are important elements of the historic facade. Maintain and Conserve a. Wherever feasible, historic windows and sash should be repaired rather than replaced, especially on principal elevations. b. Existing window openings should be retained. Window openings should not be enlarged or reduced to fit new sash. Window openings should not be filled in with wood, brick, or any other material New Windows: Side and Shape c. New window openings should not be introduced into principal elevations. d. Where appropriate, in limited instances such as on secondary facades, new windows should be compatible with existing historic windows and trim. New Sash e. Historic wood and metal sash should be repaired and conserved wherever possible. f. Replacement sash, if installed, should duplicate the existing or other appropriate historic models. Whenever possible, choose new units of wood, rather than metal. If metal is selected, it should have a baked enamel or other appropriate factory finish. g. The size and number of lights (panes of glass) in each sash should not be altered. New sash, if installed, should replicate the existing or other appropriate historic models. h. Crank -out or fixed single -pane units should be not be used to replace double -hung sash. Segmental -arched hood or lintel Casing Bottom rail Corbel Meeting rail Glazing (Lights) Sill Parts of an Italianate style window shown with 2-over-2, double - hung sash. 222 — 224 E. Chestnut Street, ca. 1882. Molded stone lintels and stone sills frame slender windows with double -hung sash. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 45 Window Trim i. Retain all decorative trim around the windows, including lintels, pediments, and hoods. j. If window replacement is necessary, the original trim profile should be replicated. Storm Windows k. Repair and retain historic wood storms wherever possible. 1. Consider adding appropriately designed storm windows to protect historic sash. m. If replacement windows are needed, they should not have vertical or horizontal divisions that conflict with the divisions of the historic sash and should be flush with existing trim. If combination metal storms must be installed, they should have a baked enamel factory finish. Shutters and Blinds n. Shutters and blinds should not be installed on buildings not originally designed for them. o. Where appropriate, shutters should appear to be operable and should be mounted to the window casing. Shutters should be constructed of wood. Security p. Historic trim or other architectural features should not be removed for the installation of security bars or grills on principal elevations. 214 — 218 N. Main (ca. 1884) Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 46 5.3.7 Entries and Storefronts Prominent first floor display windows and distinctive entries facing the street are typical of Stillwater's historic commercial buildings, whether free-standing or part ofa large, multi -unit property. a. All historic entry and storefront components should be retained, including recessed features, display windows and hoods, cast iron or other columns, sidelights, fanlights, and tilework or paving, b. Entry openings should not be enlarged or reduced to fit a new door. New entry openings should not be introduced into principal elevations. c. Historic doors (and hardware) should be repaired rather than replaced. If replacement of original or historic doors is necessary, the replacement should be compatible with the material, design, and hardware of similar historic models. d. If there are no historic models available for replacement or replication, the new door should be of simple design with a single -light design. Wood -framed, painted wood doors and wood framing are preferred. Avoid solid or residential -type doors. e. Avoid clear -finish aluminum doors and doorframes, aluminum windows (and their accessories). f. Historic garage openings, where present, and service doors should be conserved. If removal is necessary, materials used to fill the opening should be compatible with the material, design, and hardware of the surrounding facade. Restored storefront at 330 S. Main Street; building dates from ca. 1885. Restored storefront, ca. 1884, at 216 S. Main Street. Restored storefront at 208 S. Main Street. The building dates from ca. 1904. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 47 5.3.8 New Systems in Existing Buildings a. Historic materials should not be damaged or obscured to accommodate new heating, ventilating, and other mechanical systems. b. Mechanical and electrical equipment should not be placed on primary, character -defining facades. c. Rooftop equipment, including air conditioning units that project above the roofline, should be set back from the primary building elevation and screened with appropriate materials. (See also Chapter 5, Section 5.5.2, Rooftop Equipment, Utility Areas and Mechanical Equipment.) 5.3.9 Firestairs a. The detailing of firestairs should be compatible with the period and style of the building. b. As permitted by the Stillwater City Code, stairs should be located as inconspicuously as possible. Electrical equipment should be placed on non primary facades wherever possible. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 48 5.4 NON-RESIDENTIAL: ADDITIONS Compatible additions provide for current and future needs and the continued use of existing historic buildings. Additions must be carefully designed to relate to protect the historic and architectural character of the building and streetscape. The historic district conveys a sense of time and place associated Stillwater's history but is also dynamic, with alterations and additions to existing structures and new construction occurring over time. Well - executed design and construction details should assist in understanding the evolution of the building. Refer to applicable Design Standards for height, volume, setback, parking, signs, and other requirements (see Stillwater City Code). 5.4.1 General Guidelines a. New additions should conform to the size, scale, massing, height, materials, and facade proportions of the historic building and surrounding buildings and pedestrian spaces. (Refer to the Stillwater City Code, as some provisions of the base zoning district may not be allowed by the overlay district.) b. New additions should be designed to result in no or minimal loss of historic fabric. Character -defining features of the original historic building should not be destroyed, damaged, or obscured. c. A new addition should be compatible with the design of the historic building, but also be identifiable as a product of its own time. At the Lora Hotel at 403 S. Main Street, the facade of the two- story red brick building (which dates from the 1980s) was restored and features new display windows. A new penthouse above has simple exterior cladding and window openings. Joseph Wolf Brewery in ca 1890. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 49 5.4.2 Building Guidelines Materials and Details d. Materials and details used in new additions should be compatible with those of the primary historic building. Roofs e. The skyline or roof profile should relate to the predominant roof shapes of the historic building. Roofing materials should be appropriate to the design of the building and the visibility of the roof. f. Roof hardware including skylights, vents, and metal pipe chimneys should not be placed on the front roof plane and should be buffered from view wherever possible. Windows and Entries g. The proportion, size, rhythm, and detailing of windows and entries should be visually compatible with that of the existing historic building. The rhythm of solids to voids created by openings in the facade of the new structure should also be visually compatible. 5.4.3 Site Guidelines h. i. 1• Additions should be inconspicuous elevation preferably at the rear. New additions should be compatible with the setback of the existing historic building and the adjacent streetscape. Additions should not destroy character -defining site features, including topography, mature vegetation, and significant views and vistas. located of the on the most historic building, Strllwater's Main Street historic rooflines and upper -story windows exhibit a variety of styles and materials. This N. Main Street block shows the integration of old and new buildings with varying setbacks. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 50 5.5 NON-RESIDENTIAL: NEW CONSTRUCTION Guidelines for new construction projects in the DDRD are intended to encourage a high standard of new design while conserving the scale and character of Stillwater's historic buildings and streetscapes. Pedestrian -oriented design that maintains and improves the scale, walkability and general accessibility of downtown streets and spaces is especially important. See applicable Design Standards for height, volume, and setback, parking requirements, and other requirements (see Stillwater City Code). Depending on location, a Design Permit application for new residential construction in the DDRD could potentially refer to three sets of guidelines: those for NCD, DDRD, and historic residential properties. CDD staff will determine which guidelines are applicable. New infill construction within primarily residential blocks of the DDRD should follow the Neighborhood Conservation Guidelines and may also refer to the New Construction section of the Historic Residential Design Guidelines. See also the Stillwater City Code for applicable Standards. 5.5.1 General Guidelines a. New construction design proposals within the Downtown Design Review District should relate to the massing, scale, size, height, and materials of existing historic buildings and the pedestrian -oriented streetscape. b. As appropriate, larger building masses should be subdivided into smaller units related in size to traditional buildings within the historic downtown. The pattern of features such as window and entry openings also establishes building scale. The Hotel Crosby, 232N. Main Street (2018). A sense ofhuman scale is established at street level by building height and width, and by window and entry openings across the facade. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 51 g• c. Design proposals should demonstrate compatibility with adjacent cornice lines, floor -to -floor heights where strongly expressed, sign bands, and any other elements that unify the street elevation. d. New construction should reflect the placement and orientation of adjacent historic buildings In most cases, new buildings should be built to the lot line (see Stillwater City Code) e. Where appropriate in the commercial streetscape, the primary facade should maintain the traditional division of an articulated storefront or entry-level story, an upper facade with regularly -spaced windows, and a well -demarcated roofline. f. Exterior materials should complement the type, color, and texture of materials historically used in the district. Acceptable exterior materials include stone, brick, rusticated concrete block, and decorative terra cotta and stucco. As noted in the Standards, a minimum of sixty percent (60%) of the street level Main Street facade shall be transparent and thirty percent (30%) on side streets or rear facades (see Stillwater City Code). Landscape Design Refer to the Stillwater City Code. Parking Refer to the Stillwater City Code. New construction, whether infill or freestanding structures, should reflect the scale and character of the existing streetscape, including the pattern ofrooflines, windows and entries. 5.5.2 Building Guidelines Height a. The height of new buildings should conform to the height of buildings on the surrounding block street face(s). See the Stillwater City Code for specific freestanding and infill building requirements). Step- downs in building height, wall -plane offsets, and other variations in building massing should be used to provide a visual transition when the height of new construction exceeds that of adjacent historic buildings by more than one-half story. Roofs b. Roofs should be flat or slightly sloped with appropriately detailed parapets and/or cornices. Roof components should be scaled to relate in size and proportion to adjacent buildings. c. Roof materials should be similar in terms of form, color, and texture to traditionally used in the district. Windows, Entries, and Storefronts d. Windows, entries, and storefronts should be compatible with surrounding historic buildings in alignment, type and proportion. Features such as divided lights, transoms, signbands, and bulkheads are typical of many historic storefronts and should be included in new design where appropriate. Stillwater's commercial core is comprised of one- and two-story buildings, many with prominent parapets above flat or slightly sloping roofs. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 52 e. f. g• Recessed entries are appropriate for new construction in the DDRD. Window sash or frames should be wood, vinyl -clad, or appropriately colored metal. Wood -framed, painted wood doors and wood framing systems are preferable to aluminum systems. Exterior Color h. Building color should be compatible with historic materials, building type and style, and the surrounding area context. i. The masonry exterior of new infill buildings should not be painted (see Stillwater City Code). Rooftop Equipment, Utility Areas and Mechanical Equipment 1• Wherever possible, rooftop mechanical equipment, including air conditioning units that project above the roofline, should be set back from building elevations. Equipment should be screened from street -level views with appropriate materials. k. Exterior trash and storage areas, service yards, loading areas, transformers and air conditioning units should be screened from views from nearby streets and adjacent structures in a manner that is compatible with the building and site design. 1. Minimize the visual impact of mechanical equipment adjacent to pedestrian alleys and service entrances. 114 S. Main (ca. 1885, 1928). New designs should refer to the traditional organization of the entry and storefront. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 53 f. g• 5.6 SIGNS, AWNINGS, AND LIGHTING Signs, awnings, and lighting in the DDRD are subject to City sign regulations within the Stillwater City Code. The following guidelines provide additional direction for signs, awnings, and lighting to ensure appropriate preservation and enhancement of the historic character of the DDRD. 5.6.1 Signs Existing Historic Signs a. The maintenance and restoration of any existing historic sign is encouraged in lieu of replacement. Architectural Signs b. Preserve existing architectural signs. c. Promote the use of original building names in new signage. d. New buildings are encouraged to incorporate an architectural sign. Graphic Design Signs e. Where existing historic painted wall signs can still be found, leave them exposed or restore them to their original colors. Graphic design signs should have a historic theme. Graphic design signs should not advertise a new business or company. Signage on E. Chestnut Street, looking west, in ca. 1930. MNHS/Runk. Window Signs These design guidelines are only applicable to window signs that cover more than one-third of the total area of the window in which the sign is displayed. Window signs that cover one-third or less of the window area do not require a sign permit. h. Leave the window display space clear. Insert signs at the base and/or head of the window. i. The size of sign lettering and images should generally be small since it should be oriented to visibility by pedestrians. j. Lettering formed with neon may be used on the inside of the window provided the size, light intensity, color and style are consistent with the theme of the building. k. Display street numbers on or directly above the door. 1. Display business hours directly on the inside of the door or in an adjacent window. Multi -tenant Signs m. View the building as a whole and plan a unified sign design strategy to take advantage of all possible sign locations. n. The use of a common directory is encouraged. Installation of Signs on Historic Buildings o. The impact of the installation of any sign on a historic building should be minimized and must allow the building facade to return to its original condition upon sign removal. Reuse of existing mounting brackets, studs or holes is encouraged. p• Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 54 5.6.2 Awnings a. Retractable shed awnings are encouraged; fixed awnings should mimic the profile of operable units (one to one pitch). b. The width of awnings should fit the geometry of the building facade. They should not extend across multiple storefronts of different buildings, but should reflect the window or door openings. c. Canvas, canvas blend, and acrylics that resemble canvas are appropriate materials for awnings and canopies; vinyl, metal, glass and shiny materials are generally not appropriate. d. Awnings with stripes or other patterns may be appropriate if there is not signage on the awning and the pattern is complementary with surrounding awnings on the same block face. e. Awnings should be mounted on the frame of a window or door opening rather than the wall surrounding the opening. f. Awnings should not obscure transom windows. Awnings should be mounted below the transom windows on the horizontal window frame feature that separates the display window from the transom window. Awnings and signband at Bronson & Folsom Grocery Store, S. Main Street, in ca. 1900, MNHS. Awnings at the Lumbermen's Exchange, 101 S. Water Street (1890). Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 55 5.6.3 Lighting Lighting is also subject to the regulations and standards of Stillwater City Code. General Summary of Lighting Standards a. Historic lighting should be repaired and retained wherever possible. b. Lighting should highlight building elements, signs, or other features rather than attract attention to itself. c. Lighting should have an even, indirect, and preferably warm level of illumination. d. New light fixtures should be of simple contemporary design. e. No part of the historic facade should be irreversibly damaged or altered in the installation of lighting. Wherever possible, electrical conduit and other hardware should be concealed and not installed across the building facade. C&&(JAL L1V'NG roe • 11 DNIE AND C:AOD11V Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 56 5.14 RESIDENTIAL: NEW CONSTRUCTION New buildings should fit the historic areas they occupy. A successful new design will reflect an understanding of the character of the surrounding streetscape. In most cases, new designs should not duplicate or replicate the exact historic forms and features of surrounding buildings, but rather relate to them. As with additions to historic buildings, there is no single recipe that will produce compatible new construction in historic districts or areas. Careful consideration of the surrounding area and a good planning, design, and design review effort is necessary for success. New construction includes additions to historic buildings, new structures along primary streets, and secondary structures such as garages, sheds, outbuildings, or workshops. (See also applicable NCD and DDRD Guidelines.) 5.14.1 General Character a. Design new construction to reinforce the historic architectural and visual character of the site, streetscape, or district. However, in most cases, new buildings should be discernible from the old. 5.14.2 Siting and Setback a. Design new construction to be compatible with the setback, orientation, and spacing of older buildings along the street. b. Design new construction to conserve site features such as topography, trees, and significant vistas and views. (Refer to the Stillwater City Code.) Imhoff House, 514 St. Croix Trail (2018). Located in the Neighborhood Conservation District, this new building received a 2016 Stillwater Preservation Award. (Troy Theis, Minneapolis Star Tribune) Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 82 g. 5.14.3 Building Elements Massing Height, and Scale a. Design new construction to conform to the massing, volume, height, facade proportions, spacing and scale of buildings within view of the site, and also comply with existing zoning regulations. The gross volume of any new structure should be visually compatible with the buildings and elements within the surrounding area. Materials and Details b. Select materials and details that are compatible with those on adjacent historic buildings. Wood and masonry are preferable to vinyl, metal, or hardboard siding. Imitative materials such as artificial stone or brick veneer should not be used. c. New siding should be of appropriate texture and width and should be detailed with cornerboards and eave and window trim, where appropriate. Roofs d. In new construction, the roof profile should relate to the predominant roof shapes of the surrounding area. e. Roofing materials used on new buildings should be appropriate to the design of the building and the visibility of the roof. Roof hardware such as skylights, vents, and metal pipe chimneys should not be placed on the front roof plane. Windows and Entries f. The rhythm of solids to voids created by openings in the facade of the new structure should be visually compatible with surrounding structures. Select new windows and doors for new buildings that are compatible with those in the surrounding historic area. Vertically -oriented, double -hung sash are a predominant window type in Stillwater. Proportion, size, rhythm, and detailing of windows and entries should be compatible with that of existing nearby buildings. Porches and Decks h. The front entry of new construction in residential areas should be articulated with a design element such as a porch, portico, or landing which provides a transitional zone between the semi-public and public exterior zones and the private interior zone. This feature should be appropriately detailed and compatible with the size and scale of the building. Modern decks are generally not compatible with historic homes. Instead, consider the addition of a compatible porch that is integrated into the overall design of the building. Parking j. Locate parking areas at the side or rear of the new buildings. k. Parking areas should be screened with landscaping, low walls, or appropriately detailed fences. 1. Large paved areas should be divided with landscaping at the interior of the site. (Refer to the Stillwater City Code). Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 83 illwater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DATE: August 17, 2022 TO: Honorable HPC Chair and HPC Commissioners FROM: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Director SUBJECT: CD Case No. 2022-55: Request for Design Permit for Storefront Painting at 229 Main St S; Case of Collaborations (Smith + Trade) BACKGROUND This is an after the fact Application. The painting (storefront woodwork and brick window sill + painting on rear facade brick) has already been completed. Smith + Trade is expanding into the adjacent space (actually, their original space) with an expanded home decor line to be known as Collaborations. This new concept has scheduled a Grand Opening for August 20. The City is generally excited about this economic development opportunity and notes the great efforts in the community made by the Smith + Trade Team. The Subject Property is located within the following Zoning Districts. • CBD: Central Business District (Primary/Underlying Zoning District) • Downtown Stillwater Historic District (NRHP: National Registry of Historic Places) — Contributing Building • Downtown Design Review District Scandinavian North (Applicant) is represented by Kelli Kaufer and Mina Carlson of Smith + Trade. 229 Main St S (Property Owner) is represented by Mark Miller. REQUEST The Applicant is requesting a Design Permit to change existing paint color on the wood accents to white. Based on HPC recommendations, Staff has encouraged the Applicant to consider a muted, more historically appropriate hue of white per the Stillwater Design Guidelines. The Applicant will be present to discuss their preferred design/color choice. Please note — the signage/lettering has not yet been installed, pending outcome of this discussion. Continued on next page. FINDINGS The City's design guidelines for alterations in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District encourage retention and repair over replacement. The applicant's proposal does accomplish this task in part by preserving the existing wood as opposed to replacing with a new material. That being said, the current wood fagade is likely not original, yet originally had a transom window in this location. The Applicant's Contractor does not believe that the original transom window still exists based on structural elements visible from the interior of the store. Staff has encouraged the Applicant to do additional exploratory investigation, but does agree that there are signs that the transom window no longer exists. It is interesting to note that Smith + Trade's existing building once had the same wood accent condition that was ultimately restored with a new transom window. Photos circa 1980s/1990s (source: Stillwater Library/MN Digital Library) Staff has reached out to other historic preservation specialists in an attempt to find historic photos documenting the actual original condition. Finally, the HPC should discuss the appropriateness of the proposed color palette. The city's adopted guidelines suggest building color should be compatible with historic materials, building type and style, and the surrounding area context. Little is known about the specific colors within the downtown area. In the past the Heritage Preservation Commission has encouraged dark, muted tones. However, this recommendation is not codified nor a part of the adopted guidelines. A review of historical photos appears to indicate, at minimum, that the color scheme of this building (and its wood accents) are darker, muted colors as opposed to a bright white accent. The discussion on historically appropriate colors has come up on several recent occasions. Whatever the HPC decides, the final decision should be fair, equitable and consistent with other similar proposals. Additionally, as a reminder, the Design Guidelines encouragement against painting brick is not only aesthetic in nature, but long-term integrity of brick as well (painted brick can trap moisture and create future damage). The Applicant has painted some of the brick as a maintenance concern (food and gum being placed on the window sill, being difficult to remove). The HPC has the following alternatives to consider. 1. Approve as presented, with the following conditions a. Plans shall be consistent with those included in this report. b. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the Community Development Department. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Approve as amended (based on discussion) 3. Deny a. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the Downtown Design Review District standards, then the Commission may deny the request. With a denial, the basis of action is required to be given. Furthermore, a denial with prejudice would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a similar application for one year. 4. Table for further information RECOMMENDATION Overall, Staff would recommend approval of painting of the woodwork, contingent upon HPC's final determination on appropriate shades/hues. ACTION REQUESTED Motion to approve/deny/table (choose action) the Design Permit for 229 Main St S. I11war THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DATE: August 17, 2022 (revised) TO: Honorable Chair and HPC Commissioners FROM: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Director SUBJECT: CD Case #2022-60 — 536 Myrtle St W New Home Design Permit BACKGROUND The City recently approved a lot split of 516 Myrtle St W to facilitate the construction of a new single-family dwelling. Subsequent to said approval, the Applicant is now applying for the required Design Approval from the HPC to facilitate the construction of a new home in the Neighborhood Conservation District. Zoning and Design District information: • RB: Two -Family District (underlying Zoning District) • Neighborhood Conservation District FINDINGS Related to the Stillwater Design Guidelines, the Neighborhood Conservation District guides this infill style of development/new construction. Generally speaking, this design review district requires high -quality design. The design guidelines allow for (and encourage) a more modern design, so long as said modern design is high quality (see Design Guidelines for more specifics on this standard). It is not the intent of the Design Guidelines to require new construction to match exact 1880s designs. The HPC has the following alternatives to consider. 1. Approve as presented, with the following conditions a. Findings i. The proposed building alteration or new construction, including its appurtenances, does not materially impair the architectural or historic integrity of the building and site, adjacent buildings and sites, or the neighborhood as a whole. ii. The proposed building or site alteration or new construction is compatible with, and will ensure continued significance and integrity of all properties within the historic district based on the period(s) of significance under which the district was designated. iii. Granting the design permit will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of this chapter and does not negatively alter the essential character and significance of the building, site, and its surroundings. b. Conditions i. Plans shall be consistent with those included in this report. ii. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the Community Development Department. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Approve as amended (based on discussion) 3. Deny a. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the Downtown Design Review District standards, then the Commission may deny the request. With a denial, the basis of action is required to be given. Furthermore, a denial with prejudice would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a similar application for one year. 4. Table for further information RECOMMENDATIONS Staff generally recommends approval of the request, with potential modifications based on discussion. Of key note, Staff desires direction from the HPC as to the appropriateness of the design of the Myrtle Street (right) facade. The Applicant has attempted to include a number of elements (windows, doors, high -quality materials) to provide equal treatment to this facade as the front (Martha Street) facade. POTENTIAL MOTION Motion to approve the Design Permit for 536 Myrtle St W. Note: unless desired changes are relatively minor (colors), Staff recommends that any directed design changes result in postponing action (table) to bring back revised plan sheets for specific approval. 12 5 12 5 STAND ING SEAM ROOF 3'-0" i 3' " -3 i 3'-0" now ir OOC iLzia 031 Or L��Or 3 Or 3 ®DO 0 ®00 O o0 IoCOa) Li DO =ao TRIM (TYP) J J 3'-O" MYRTLE STREET HARDIE SIDING RIGRT ELEVATION SCALE: 1 /4" = 1 -0" 5 12 GONT. RIDGE VENTS (TYP) LANDSCAPE - - RETAINING WALL AS REQ 12 3'-0" 13'o" 12 8 * 4" WIDE * PROVIDE BLOCKING BEHIND BRACKET Ile SCALE: I /2"=1'-0" EXTERIOR NOTES FLASHING NOTES INSTALLED AS NEEDED BY ROOFING TO VERIFY THAT KICKOUT FLASHING 15 EXTERIOR WINDOWS & DOORS PER MN & IRG • • • KICKOUT FLASHING TO BE CONTRACTOR EXTERIOR WALL FINISHER INSTALLED PRIOR TO FINISHING CARPENTER TO FLASH ALL CODE REQUIREMENTS WINDQW NOTES WINDOWS VALUE = 0.32 MAX. 5H6C = 0.35 WINDOW ORDER LIST WITH U FACTOR, FOR EACH WINDOW & EXTERIOR DOOR ALL WINDOW, DOOR & OPENING HDR. HTS. A VERTICAL DEPTH OF MORE THAN 44" WITH AN APPROVED LADDER •• MARVIN ELEVATE •• COPE MAX. U • BUILDER TO PROVIDE 5HGG, & 5T6 RATING • SUILDER TO VERIFY • WINDOW WELLS WITH MUST BE EQUIPPED EXT. FINISHING NOTES STONE OTHERWISE • • • • • HARDIE 5IDIN6 AND THIN GUT HARDIE 8" FASCIA UNLESS NOTED HARDIE SOFFIT W/ VENTS HARDIE TRIM METAL ROOF 7 2'-10", 3'-0" STONE �� CAP (TYP) 1\ i 3'-O" JC EL I -= HARDIE SIDING *4" TRIM (TYP) LANDSCAPE RETAINING WALL A5 REQ 5 REAR ELEVATION SCALE; I /8" = 11-0" 12 4" TRIM (TYP) GLS GL5 HARDIE SIDING / 3'-0" T ID O LOW FULL STONE VENEER O D 4" TRIM (TYP) METAL BRACKET "A" EUEFO TRTD 6x6 POST BOX TO 12"x 12" FIN. (TYP) CONT. RIDGE VENTS (TYP) 12 2' 9" RETAINING WALLS AS REQ 12 3'-0" l 1 3'-0" ♦ STAND ING SEAM ROOF LEFT ELEVATION SCALE: I /8" = I1-0" 3'-3" nor r 12 5 8" TRIM (TYP) 3'-0" HARDIE SIDING 36" HIGH RAILING W/ ALL OPNG'S LESS THAN 4" (TYP) ( � Or c�OrrODOr jl a nfl a IOa - o MARTHA STREET FRONT ELEVATION SCALE; 1/4" = I'-0" I5T FLOOR 1,644 50. FT. BASEMENT FLOOR 1,178 SQ. FT. TOTAL 2,822 50. FT. TRTD 6x6 POST BOX TO 18"x 18" FIN. ON 26"x26" THIN CUT STONE BASE (TYP) REAL FULL ' STONE VENEER 4" TRIM (TYP) Or IST CLO 1ST FLR BSMT GLG rn BSMT FLR i rn � do L • z� in — O cr) co z w g 00 wco wry W 0 z Ld M ZoU � 0 m z - X 00 J w VJ- Q w 11,2 a © 2022 0FP PLANNING & 0E5IGN FCHD 7-29-22 DATE: 6-29-22 REVISIONS: 7-8-22 7-19-22 7-29-22 DRAWN BY: JJ COMM. NO. 222152 SHEET NO. CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY FOR: PM! HOMES Michael Koch 612-867-3221 0 NORTH 20 PROPOSED x 985.0 �85.9) ♦am930".1. X=c131.6 q� 30 LEGEND 40 DENOTES OFFSET HUB DENOTES EXISTING ELEV. DENOTES PROPOSED ELEV. DIRECTION OF PROP. SURFACE DRAINAGE PROPOSED CONTOURS EXISTING ELEVATIONS EXISTING CONTOURS EROSION CONTROL MEASURES SF DENOTES SILT FENCE EXISITNG LEGAL DESCRIPTION: (AT THE TIME OF THIS SURVEY THE PLAT OF MYRTLE VIEW HAS NOT BEEN RECORDED) Lot 2, Block 1, MYRTLE VIEW, Washington County, Minnesota CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that this survey, plan or report was prepared by me, or under my direct supervision, and that I am a duly Licensed Land Surveyor under the laws of the State of MINNESOTA. 8-1-22 raise house DANIEL L. THURMES License No. 25718 Date: 7-5-22 OU REMOVE WALL OU i i i 8801.2-- 4.1 889.43W- R92.2T W - F1BW - 891:5TW w 8q'.7TW 8 0.7TW 884.gBW 886.6BW OU co co PROPOSED AREAS HOUSE = 2,495 (IN SQ.FT.) DECK = 125 FRONT PORCH = 67 TOTAL = 2,687 / 23.5% EXISTING WALLS = 269 REAR PATIO = 1 74 SIDEWALK, CONC. = 181 DRIVEWAY = 1067 WALLS = 55 TOTAL = 1,746 / 1 5.2% LOT AREA = 11,440 SQ.FT. 0 TW=896.2 BW=891 .3 896.4 8,"A 16.8 TW=896.3 BW=893.4 X 8g5.8 ST0NF VGA SSa.�tw� 5 `bu X 897.3 1 ./n i / 8g6.gh S89°53'58"E 134.48 X 896.q X93.) L TW=892.8 BW=888.8 TW=885.8 BW=885.3 RETAINING WALL HEIGHTS TO CONFORM TO CITY CODE REQUIREMENTS 6 CO I A / NOTES: 1. BUILDING DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE TO BE VERIFIED WITH FINAL CONSTRUCTION PLANS. IF THERE IS DISCREPANCY PLEASE RECTIFY MATTER BEFORE EXCAVATION. DATE OF PLANS 6-29-22. A / \// \Y /F/ TW=896.2 BW=894.3 I/I// I L_ Y PATIO X 883.0 883.6 x VST9NE $81.iTW OU 87.5BW 13470 S89°53'q8"E co co co n// r Fr' / / • / I r T) 896.7 X8,16.5 X 895_6 81.7 O 8 WALL 896.0 F14.7 -8L14.4 FO 1W vJ C c\2 o PROJECT LOCATION: XXX MARTHA STREET N. PROJECT NO. ST02002 PART OF PID#280302031 0006 TW=887.0 O BW=884.9 INSTALL WALL PROTECTION AND DRAIN TILE IF NECESSARY PROPOSED BUILDING ELEVATIONS HOUSE TYPE = WALKOUT GARAGE FLOOR = 893.7 TOP OF BLOCK = 894.1 (9' POURED) BASEMENT FLOOR = 885.4 TW= 887.0 BW=884.0 OU 98 Suite #200 1976Northwestern Ave. Stillwater, MN 55082 Phone 651.275.8969 dan@cssurvey .net CORNERSTONE LAND SURVEYING, INC. 11 NEIGHBORHOOD CONSER 'I:ON OVERLAY DISTRICT (NCD) bESIGN 1 GU ill I I ES • 5.7 NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION OVERLAY DISTRICT Stillwater's Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCD) was established in 2013 to preserve the unique character of Stillwater's historic residential neighborhoods. The City of Stillwater encourages the conservation of historic houses by providing guidance on the design of new infill development and additions resulting from a partial demolition. Unnecessary demolition of structures that contribute to the district's historic character is discouraged (Figure 5). Such conservation Districts have been successfully adopted in many cities and assist in preserving historic and architectural character and contribute to neighborhood participation and investment. Section 31-405 of the Stillwater City Code notes: The neighborhood conservation overlay district is established to protect and preserve the unique character of Stillwater's residential neighborhoods by regulating new infill development and partial demolition within the district. Its purpose is to conserve traditional neighborhood character, guide future infill and partial demolition development within the district, and discourage unnecessary demolition of structures that contribute to the district's historic character. It also preserves neighborhood pride, property values, a diverse and affordable range of homes, and the general economic vitality of the neighborhood The NCD is comprised of some of Stillwater's earliest neighborhoods, including North Hill and South Hill. These and seven other neighborhoods developed from the late 19th- through the mid- 20th century. They were the subject of inventories and studies conducted by the HPC between 1995 and 2005 (Figure 5). Houses within the NCD especially reflect the decades of economic and population growth related to the lumber industry and manufacturing. The housing stock includes simple vernacular houses located on small lots as well as large, late 19th- and early-20th century houses that occupy large parcels. Many blocks within the NCD offer views of the Saint Croix River. Many houses have open porches, mature landscapes, and streets that follow the topographical contour of the hillsides and ravines. During the first decades of Stillwater's settlement, most commercial, industrial and residential construction took place along or near the riverfront. House builders soon chose lots leading up the steep streets and along the ravines of Stillwater's topographical bowl, and erected large, stylish houses as well as a great range of houses intended for people in many occupations. Stillwater is associated with its impressive "lumber baron mansions," but the diverse collection of smaller Greek Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne style houses as well as many vernacular examples deserve equal attention when evaluating the impact of nearby new infill construction or additions. Chapter 3 reviews the range of architectural styles typical of Stillwater's neighborhoods. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 57 5.7.1 NCD Design Review The HPC reviews Design Permit applications in the NCD prior to issuance of a building permit for new construction, including additions to existing buildings that have required a Demolition Permit. (See Chapter 4 for information about the Design Permit process.) Guidelines for new construction projects in the NCD are intended to conserve the character of the buildings and emphasize setback, height, size and scale, massing, and the overall relationship to the streetscape and neighborhood. Historic features such as windows, porches and trim are a general part of the discussion, but the guidelines do not include review for alterations to these building components. The NCD guideline authors noted, "Many of the design guidelines are based on the simple goal of helping a new infill project be a good neighbor to adjacent existing houses and neighborhood." Exterior alterations to properties located in most of the NCD do not require a Design Permit. However, exterior alterations to properties located in the portion of the NCD that overlaps the Downtown Design Review District do require a Design Permit (see Figure 1 and Figure 2). Depending on building type, Downtown Design Review District or Historic Residential Guidelines apply to those properties. Proposed alterations to features such as porches, windows, siding, and decorative trim are reviewed through the Design Permit process. (See Figure 3). The following NCD guidelines are organized in four sections: Neighborhood and Streets, Building and Site, Architectural Details, and Good Neighbor Considerations. The area included in the NCD reflects the growth of the city between 1843 and 1914, with a number of houses constructed after that period. Chapter 2 of the Manual provides an overview of Stillwater's development and historic building and landscape resources. Chapter 3 provides information about building types and style features and is useful in project planning. The Classical Revival style porch of the Huntoon House, 522 S. 6th Street, in 1925. MNHS/Runk. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 58 Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCD) 0 0.13 0.25 0.5 Miles Author: HI(Gi July 30, 2021 Figure 5. Neighborhood Conservation District Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 59 5.8 NEIGHBORHOODS AND STREETS 5.8.1 Massing and scale of a new building should be compatible with neighboring structures. The massing and scale of new buildings should follow the predominant pattern of the neighborhood. Special consideration should be given to adjacent structures, especially if they are consistent with the overall pattern of the neighborhood. A well -designed building and site exhibits a proportional relationship to adjoining properties and maintains the rhythm and scale of the streetscape by using compatible massing, proportions and details. Although base zoning districts often allow greater mass and scale, the scale and volume of the new building should respect its context and that of adjacent buildings and not stand out due to inappropriate size. Infill designs should address the size, height, and scale of buildings on neighboring lots and the overall streetscape. 5.8.2 Respect the existing rhythm of the streetscape. New infill construction should attempt to maintain the existing overall pattern and rhythm of the streetscape. Uniform narrow lots naturally set up a strong rhythm on the street front, and design features of new construction should relate to that rhythm. Building massing, scale and orientation, roof forms, porches, building setbacks, garage and driveway locations, and landscaping should be carefully considered because they all contribute to the new structure's compatibility with the existing pattern and rhythm of the streetscape. '` 2 Follow alignment and setbacks predominant on the street and adjacent properties. One important component of street rhythm is the building -front alignment and setback from the street and boulevard. The building -front alignment and setback should be carefully planned to ensure integration with the surrounding streetscape. Varying lot sizes, corner lots, and other considerations should be examined on a case -by -case basis to determine where, and to what degree, variations from setbacks are appropriate. In most cases, relating to the predominant alignment is appropriate, even if some existing structures may deviate from it. New construction should relate to the overall massing, rhythm, setback, and sideyard spacing of the block. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 60 Appropriate infill: Roof forms, height, and detail are compatible. 5.8.4 Design new roofs to be compatible with forms of existing roofs in the neighborhood. The perception of scale, massing and the rhythm of building is greatly affected by its roof form and height. Although a variety of roof forms may be evident along several blocks, the new building's roof should appear compatible in scale, pitch, orientation and complexity to those surrounding it. Oversized roof forms should be avoided. If the infill building is larger than those nearby, massing should be adjusted to allow the larger roof forms to be more articulated and broken down into smaller, well -scaled components. 5.8.5 Building height should be considered in choosing roof forms, architectural style, and relating to the neighborhood context. Building height alone is not adequate in considering the relationship of adjacent structures. Two buildings of the same height can be perceived quite differently in terms of scale and compatibility, depending on the overall massing of the building, its articulation and its roof forms. Inappropriate infill: Roof forms are not compatible; large unbroken roof slope out of scale with neighboring buildings. Depending on site and surrounding neighborhood context, certain architectural styles are more appropriate than others. Consider the pitch, slope and orientation of a primary gables, and the use of hip roofs, in adjusting the apparent building volume, mass, and height, to be appropriate to surrounding building style and context. Consider introducing projecting elements, roof forms, shed roofs, dormers and gables, as appropriate. 5.9 BUILDING AND SITE In Stillwater neighborhoods, many parcels have sloped or irregular topography, and existing mature trees. Building and site design should respond to and be influenced by natural features, adapting the building to the land rather than the land to the building. 5.9.1 Building and site design should respond to natural features. Locate building forms on the site to work with existing significant trees, slopes, and other natural features. Choose locations for walks, driveways and garages that will minimize site disruption and erosion or damage to nearby or adjacent root systems. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 61 Appropriate: Adjust the building design to respect existing vegetation and slope. 5.9.2 Respect the site's natural grades in new building design: minimize cut, fill and retaining walls. When possible, locate structures to follow the natural contours of the property. Organize the building's massing for orientation with existing grades rather than creating an artificially flat building pad with abrupt retaining walls. See city slope conservation regulations in the Stillwater City Code for restrictions on slopes greater than 24%. 5.9.3 When retaining walls are necessary, minimize their impact. Design of retaining walls should minimize grade change by creating gradual steps or tiers. Select the form and material of new walls to be compatible with existing walls in the neighborhood, especially where visually prominent (such as along the boulevard and street frontage). Use landscaping to soften and minimize visual impact. 5.9.4 Preserve significant trees. Building design and siting should consider existing trees on site and those immediately adjacent. Site carefully around the tree canopy and root zone, and avoid excessive removal of topsoil from building site. Choose permeable materials for paths and driveways in sensitive areas of the root zone. 5.9.5 Locate the garage and driveway to respect existing street and neighborhood patterns. Garage design should be properly scaled and sited relative to the primary structure. Because of the impact garage location has and building massing, refer to existing garage/building/site relationships in new building design. on streetscape neighborhood infill site and Appropriate: Recessed garage is minimized, emphasizing house facade and street frontage. 5.9.6 Minimize garage impact on new structure massing and street front. Design the garage to set back and defer to the main building massing. Consider tandem garages, or side -loaded or backyard garages where site permits. Avoid oversized garages that dominate the site and street frontage on narrower lots. Use dormers, windows and other design elements to help break up blank garage roof forms or walls. Single garage doors are preferred over double garage doors. Minimize the total area devoted to driveway paving. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 62 Inappropriate: Garage -dominated "snout" house. 5.9.7 The size and mass of the structure should be compatible with the size of the property. Consider the open space around a structure, and how it relates to the pattern of the neighborhood. 5.9.8 Consider front porch elements in the design of infill structures. New infill structures should reflect the pattern of the neighborhood and adjacent structures with respect to porch elements and design. Many porch types, including full-length and wraparound, are found on District houses. Porches provide a transition from the public street to the private space of the building. Appropriate: Building footprint maintains scale and pattern of surrounding block and streetscape. Inappropriate: Oversized footprint of building ignores scale and pattern of neighborhood and neighbors' open spaces. 5.9.9 Accessory buildings should be compatible with the main building. Accessory buildings (including garages) should strongly relate to the main building design, including roof pitch, windows, trim details and materials. This relationship increases in importance with the visibility of the accessory building from the street. Accessory buildings should reflect the scale and overall design of the main building. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 63 5.9.10 Design and detail new construction as four-sided architecture, where the building's style, design and detail is consistent on all sides, not just the front facade. New design should exhibit character that is consistent with the existing four-sided design in the neighborhood. Roof forms, location and style of window openings, siding materials and texture, trim and detailing all play a role in creating consistent, complete design. The top example shows window and trim details that are consistent on all sides, but the example below lacks such architectural features. 5.10 ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS In addition to designing for compatible massing, setback, and height, the appropriate use of materials, architectural details, color and lighting can also help the new structure fit into the neighborhood. The example at right has poorly chosen window, entry and roof details for its setting next to a traditional house. 5.10.1 The building facade should be compatible in scale and character to the houses of the surrounding streetscape. Window and door placement, proportions, and size can affect a building's compatibility with adjacent structures. If the houses on the street tend to have a consistent vertical or horizontal emphasis in their facade elements, this should be incorporated in the new design. 5.10.2 Building elements should be proportional to the scale and style of the building, and its context. Building facades should provide visual interest and a sense of human scale. Door and window proportions should relate to the style of the building, and facade design and detail should be consistent in all elevations of the structure. Tall narrow window openings are appropriate with some traditional styles of architecture, while larger openings may fit more contemporary styles. Avoid large area of blank walls, disproportionate gables sizes or shapes, minimal detailing. Features such as bay windows, bump -outs, dormers, and masonry chimneys can help add detail and enliven facades. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 64 5.10.3 Use architectural details to create visual interest. Use architectural features such as columns, brackets, rails, window, door and corner trim, water table and horizontal banding, and frieze and fascia boards to be generally compatible with adjacent structures. In new building design, consider appropriate materials, textures and colors, and their relationship to other buildings of the neighborhood. Building materials should relate to prevailing materials of the streetscape to unify old and new structures of the neighborhood. Traditional materials may include wood, stucco, stone, brick, and shingle siding. The use of natural materials —wood, stone, brick, stucco —rather that simulated, is preferred. If fiber -cement products are used, they should be of the same depth, character and detail as surrounding buildings. Color, although a matter of personal choice, should complement the structure and streetscape. For traditional styles, consider historic color palettes, often of three or more colors. In considering materials, study the details and textures typical of surrounding houses. 5.10.5 Use masonry and stone authentically. Masonry and stone materials, especially thin veneer types, should be used carefully, and in an authentic way. Their primary use as a foundation element relates well to the traditional use of local limestone and brick in historic Stillwater structures. When masonry and stone are used as cladding for wall elements, care should be taken to define building mass elements with it, typically terminating it at inside corners. 5.11 GOOD NEIGHBOR CONSIDERATIONS Many of the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District Guidelines are based on the goal of helping a new infill project be a "good neighbor" to the adjacent existing houses and neighborhood. In addition to visual design compatibility, other considerations should be addressed, including maintaining privacy, access to views, light and air, and drainage issues. 5.11.1 Locate taller portions of buildings so as to minimize obstruction of sunlight to adjacent yards and rooms. Inappropriate infill:• Tall building mass may obstruct sunlight to adjacent lots. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 65 5.11.2 Consider views from neighboring properties when placing and sizing new building elements. 5.11.3 Windows, balconies and decks should be located to respect the private spaces of neighboring properties. 5.11.4 Consider using landscape elements and fences to buffer views and maintain privacy between properties. 5.11.5 Minimize the impact of exterior lighting on adjacent properties. 5.11.6 Use recessed downlight fixtures or shields. Avoid floodlights and non - shielded point source lights. Use motion sensors and timers to control fixtures. 5.11.7 Design grading and impervious surface drainage to minimize water run-off impact on neighboring properties. Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 66 5.14 RESIDENTIAL: NEW CONSTRUCTION New buildings should fit the historic areas they occupy. A successful new design will reflect an understanding of the character of the surrounding streetscape. In most cases, new designs should not duplicate or replicate the exact historic forms and features of surrounding buildings, but rather relate to them. As with additions to historic buildings, there is no single recipe that will produce compatible new construction in historic districts or areas. Careful consideration of the surrounding area and a good planning, design, and design review effort is necessary for success. New construction includes additions to historic buildings, new structures along primary streets, and secondary structures such as garages, sheds, outbuildings, or workshops. (See also applicable NCD and DDRD Guidelines.) 5.14.1 General Character a. Design new construction to reinforce the historic architectural and visual character of the site, streetscape, or district. However, in most cases, new buildings should be discernible from the old. 5.14.2 Siting and Setback a. Design new construction to be compatible with the setback, orientation, and spacing of older buildings along the street. b. Design new construction to conserve site features such as topography, trees, and significant vistas and views. (Refer to the Stillwater City Code.) Imhoff House, 514 St. Croix Trail (2018). Located in the Neighborhood Conservation District, this new building received a 2016 Stillwater Preservation Award. (Troy Theis, Minneapolis Star Tribune) Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 82 g. 5.14.3 Building Elements Massing Height, and Scale a. Design new construction to conform to the massing, volume, height, facade proportions, spacing and scale of buildings within view of the site, and also comply with existing zoning regulations. The gross volume of any new structure should be visually compatible with the buildings and elements within the surrounding area. Materials and Details b. Select materials and details that are compatible with those on adjacent historic buildings. Wood and masonry are preferable to vinyl, metal, or hardboard siding. Imitative materials such as artificial stone or brick veneer should not be used. c. New siding should be of appropriate texture and width and should be detailed with cornerboards and eave and window trim, where appropriate. Roofs d. In new construction, the roof profile should relate to the predominant roof shapes of the surrounding area. e. Roofing materials used on new buildings should be appropriate to the design of the building and the visibility of the roof. Roof hardware such as skylights, vents, and metal pipe chimneys should not be placed on the front roof plane. Windows and Entries f. The rhythm of solids to voids created by openings in the facade of the new structure should be visually compatible with surrounding structures. Select new windows and doors for new buildings that are compatible with those in the surrounding historic area. Vertically -oriented, double -hung sash are a predominant window type in Stillwater. Proportion, size, rhythm, and detailing of windows and entries should be compatible with that of existing nearby buildings. Porches and Decks h. The front entry of new construction in residential areas should be articulated with a design element such as a porch, portico, or landing which provides a transitional zone between the semi-public and public exterior zones and the private interior zone. This feature should be appropriately detailed and compatible with the size and scale of the building. Modern decks are generally not compatible with historic homes. Instead, consider the addition of a compatible porch that is integrated into the overall design of the building. Parking j. Locate parking areas at the side or rear of the new buildings. k. Parking areas should be screened with landscaping, low walls, or appropriately detailed fences. 1. Large paved areas should be divided with landscaping at the interior of the site. (Refer to the Stillwater City Code). Stillwater Design Guidelines Manual • Draft • 07302021 83