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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-09-12 HPC MIN City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission September 12, 2005 Present: Jeff Johnson, Vice Chairperson, Phil Eastwood, Diane Hark and Roger Tomten Others: Planner Sue Fitzgerald Absent: Howard Lieberman and Brent Peterson Mr. Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes : Mr. Tomten, seconded by Ms. Hark, moved approval of the minutes of Aug. 1, 2005, as present: Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/05 - 47 Design review of modifications to the approved plans for 501 Lo fts at 501 N. Main St. Jack Buxell, applicant. Mr. Buzell was present to explain the list of 12 exterior changes enumerated in the agenda packet. Most of the discussion centered on the revised venting and roof dormer modifications for mechanicals and the elevator. Mr. Buxell explained the revised venting is required due to a change in the boiler system. He also explained the changes required by the European style th elevator system being utilized. He also briefly discussed the increased glass on the 5 floor , th which was the result of the increased size of several 5 floor units achieved by the reduction in the size of two guest suites. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Mr. Eastwood, moved approval of the changes as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Members thanked Mr. Buxell for keeping the HPC updated on the project. Case No. DR/05 - 39 Design review of signage for The Old Sawmill Grill and Bar at 1820 Market Drive. Chad DeCosse, applicant. The applicant was present. The request is to place one sign in the gable; there will be no signage on the side or rear of the building. The sign will be lighted using the two existing fixtures. Mr. Johnson commented that the proposed graphic utilized a modern saw rather than a saw type from the logging days. The temporary sign w ill be removed. Mr. Eastwood, seconded by Ms. Hark, moved approval as conditioned. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/05 - 40 Design review of signage for Marathon at 103 N. Main St. Identi - Graphics representing the applicant. The applicant was not pr esent. Mr. Eastwood questioned the “retro” look of the proposed signage. Ms. Fitzgerald responded that the proposal was retro for the Marathon company. Ms. 1 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission September 12, 2005 Fitzgerald said nothing on the building or canopies will be changed; the existing black and white colors will remain. Mr. Eastwood, seconded by Ms. Hark, moved approval as conditioned. Mr. Johnson noted that the existing pylon is lighted from below and suggested that the lighting for the new signage to cut off and directed at the sign as much as possible. Mr. Johnson also suggested adding a condition that the existing canopy lighting not be changed. Mr. Eastwood and Ms. Hark agreed to amend the motion to reflect the additional cond itions. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/05 - 41 Design review of building modifications at 125 S. Main St. Larry Nielson, applicant. Mr. Nielsen was present. The request is to place three windows on the south side of the building. The masonry or sto ne sill will match the existing windows; the stucco will wrap around and the raw edge be finished off. The new windows will be double - hung windows and the sash and frame a darker finish, rather than white as indicated in the agenda materials. The glass wil l not be tined. Mr. Johnson asked about the sill elevation. Mr. Nielsen said the intent is to keep the new windows as consistent as possible with the existing openings. Mr. Johnson moved approval as conditioned, with the additional condition that the sill heights be as close as possible to the existing openings; that the sash and frame color be dark brown/sand rather than white; and that the new windows be pairs of double - hung windows. Mr. Tomten seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR /05 - 42 Design review of signage for Big Nose Kate’s at 102 S. Main St. Lori Olson, applicant. The applicant was not present. Ms. Fitzgerald reviewed the request. Mr. Tomten moved approval as conditioned with the additional condition that the applicant sub mit a paint color sample to staff for review and approval. Mr. Eastwood seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/05 - 43 Design review of signage for Autumn’s at 114 Chestnut St. Brian Lehmer and Brandon Dickenson, applicants. Mr. Lehme r was present. The existing projecting sign for the Brunswick Inn will remain. The new signage will be the same size and placed in the same location as the former Chives signage. The existing lighting will be utilized. Ms. Hark suggested that an additional small sign with wording such as “fine dining” might be appropriate to let people know the nature of the business. Ms. Fitzgerald said that would be allowed as long as the wording is generic and does not include the business name. Mr. Johnson suggested the best location for the additional sign would be beneath the projecting sign. 2 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission September 12, 2005 Mr. Johnson moved approval as conditioned, with the additional condition that the sign be lighted using th e existing fixture and that another small sign, 9” in height, indicating “fine dining” be allowed under the existing projecting sign as long as the required 8’ clearance from the sidewalk is maintained. The applicant would be allowed to raise the existing projecting sign if need be to obtain the 8’ clearance. Ms. Hark seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/05 - 44 Design review of a storage shed for Stillwater Clinic at 1500 Curve Crest Blvd. James Bell, Marshall Erdman & Associates, rep resenting the applicant. Richard Fair of Marshall Erdman & Associates was present. Mr. Johnson and Mr. Tomten both expressed concern that the proposed design/materials of the shed are not consistent with the prairie style architecture or materials of the main structure. Mr. Fair responded that the intent was to not call attention to the accessory building. Mr. Johnson also questioned the proposed location of the structure, suggesting it would be more appropriate to locate the shed closer to the main struct ure. Mr. Fair responded the client requested the location. Mr. Johnson and Mr. Tomten reiterated the concern about the location and the residential appearance of the building, noting the intent of the design guidelines is for accessory buildings to be of similar architectural style and character of the more structure. It was suggested that brick or hardi - plank be used on the supper floor of the accessory building and utilize a hip roof like the main building. Mr. Tomten asked whether the applicant would co nsider incorporating some of the suggested design changes. Mr. Fair noted he was just filling in, but thought a hip roof might be OK. Mr. Johnson moved to continue this case until the applicant returns with more detail, details to include landscaping, ligh ting, location and design/materials. Mr. Eastwood seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/05 - 45 Design review of signage for Aprille’s Showers Tea Room at 120 N. Main St. Sheila Procaccini, applicant. The applicant was present. Mr. Jo hnson said he thought the proposed signage was well crafted and noted the size is within the ordinance guidelines. Mr. Tomten asked whether any existing anchors would be utilized; the applicant responded in the affirmative. The sign will be centered over t he middle window. Ms. Procaccini said the signage will not be lighted, as there is a street light right in front of the location. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Ms. Hark, moved approval as conditioned, with the additional condition that the colors match the exis ting and neighboring building. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/05 - 46 Design review of building modifications at 102 S. Second St. John Harvey, applicant. 3 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission September 12, 2005 Mr. Harvey was present . He said the modifications are to finish the existing garage for use as additional office space. The modifications would include installation of four windows on the south side of the building. Mr. Johnson asked whether the new windows and sill elevations would match those of Cesare’s at the front of the building. Mr. Harvey responded in the affirmative. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Mr. Eastwood, moved approval as conditioned. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Harvey also informed the Commission that he has purc hased the Associated Eye building on North Main Street and asked for an initial reaction to plans to remove the building and construct a new two - story, brick façade retail building. Mr. Harvey was advised to work with the HPC as plans are developed. Other items: Judy Gulden, Friends of Stillwater Parks, was present to discuss the possibility of placing signs on City property. She suggested it would be nice to provide a little acknowledgment to folks who maintain the gardens around town. She also spoke of t he hodge - podge of signage at the south end of town. She said St. Anthony Falls was a good example of the use of interpretive signage. Ms. Fitzgerald pointed out the City’s Public Works Department now has the capability of producing signs. Mr. Johnson said the HPC will look at the issue as part of the continuation of its sign study. Later, Ms. Hark said she didn’t think it would be attractive to place plaques all over town. Members discussed plans to attend the Preserve Minnesota Conference. Ms. Fitzgeral d said only one application had been received in response to the opening on the HPC. The applicant is Larry Nielsen. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Ms. Hark, moved to recommend Larry Nielsen’s appointment to fill the unexpired term of Patte Kraske. Motion passed unanimously. Members acknowledge receipt of the final architectural survey of the Staples and May’s Addition and commented that the survey was well done. Ms. Fitzgerald informed members of a pending legal action. Ms. Hark, seconded by Mr. Eastwood, mov ed to adjourn at 8:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary 4