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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-09-03 HPC MIN• HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Sept. 3, 1997 Present: Roger Tomten, chairman Katherine Francis, Jeff Johnson, Robert Kimbrel, Jay Michels Absent: Howard Lieberman and Brent Peterson Others: Sue Fitzgerald, planning Chairman Tomten called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Approval of minutes Mr. Johnson noted a correction in the conditions of approval of Case No. DR/97 -19. The second condition of approval should indicate the square footage and height of the monument sign on Northwest and one monument sign on West Tower Drive be within the sign ordinance guidelines. Mr. Kimbrel also noted a landscape and lighting plan had been requested of the applicant. Mr. Kimbrel, seconded by Mr. Johnson moved approval of the minutes of Aug. 4, 1997, as corrected; all in favor. Case No. DR/97 -4 Design review of phase two of the Maple Island project and exterior awnings, and phase one signage at 219 N. Main St. Stefan /Larson Associates, applicant. Present for the discussion were Tim Stefan and Vern Stefan. Tim Stefan noted that approval was being sought for the phase 1 signage and awnings; they are not applying for any phase 2 approvals at this time. Mr. Stefan provided color samples of the proposed awnings. Rather than blue and white as originally proposed, the awnings will be solid and /or striped using green /burgundy (plum) colors. The requested signage for phase 1 (the hardware store) includes the use of the sign band (10" x 20'), a 14" by 8' wooden side on the north side of the building and a 14" x 20' wooden sign on the west elevation. Mr. Kimbrel, seconded by Ms. Francis, moved approval of the Phase 1 awnings and signage as conditioned. Mr. Michels questioned whether the signage met the ordinance. Tim Stefan noted that, technically, the building has three elevations and 150' of signage would be allowable. Mr. Johnson suggested that, in the future, the projecting sign could be faced toward Water Street to provide visibility at that elevation. Motion of approval of the signage and awnings as conditioned passed unanimously. Tim Stefan also reviewed the master plan for Phase 2 of the project -- a 21,000- square -foot grocery and 23,000 square feet of office space. Mr. Johnson moved to approve the conceptual plans as presented, maintaining the windows on the west elevation as much as possible and maintaining the pilaster around the building; no formal motion was required. Case No. DR/97 -48 Design review of a sports complex consisting of an arena and air dome at 2305 W. Orleans St. Ankeny /Kell Architects and Stefan /Larson Associates, applicants for the City of Stillwater. Duane Kell and Eric Lagerquist of Ankeny /Kell and Tim Stefan and Amy Stefan of Stefan /Larson were present for the discussion. Mr. Kell and Mr. Lagerquist reviewed plans and drawings; Ms. Larson reviewed landscape plans and materials. Mr. Michels expressed his concern with the height and appearance of the proposed dome. Members also expressed concern with the use of exposed precast concrete panels on the north elevation. Mr. Kell noted the north elevation would become an interior wall with the completion of phase 2; members spoke of the consequences of phased projects that are never completed. Mr. Johnson noted private developers are required to conform to design guidelines on all visible elevations. Mr. Michels, seconded by Mr. Johnson, moved approval as conditioned. Mr. Johnson suggested adding that approval is for the ice arena and landscaping, pointing out the north elevation of the arena is not in conformance with design guidelines and that the dome itself is non- conforming in both height and material. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/97 -20 Design review of new roof top units proposed for 3M at 1987 Industrial Blvd. Stephanie Alstead of Russ Blume Architects representing applicant. Ms. Alstead was present for the discussion. Mr. Kimbrel abstained from the discussion and vote due to his association with 3M. Ms. Alstead asked whether all of the units needed to be screened. Only those units visible from public view (Industrial Boulevard) need to be screened. Mr. Johnson suggested the screening be of color /material similar to that used on the parapet. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Michels, moved approval of the request with screening of the visible units to be done with a material (other than chain link) and color matching some feature of the building. Motion passed 4 -0, with Mr. Kimbrel abstaining. Case No. DR/97 -21 Design review of exterior modifications at 124 S. Second St. Jon Whitcomb, applicant. Mr. Whitcomb provided color sketches and renderings of the proposed design. His plans now are to renovate the existing space for office use. Most of the discussion centered on the addition of the tower element at the northeast corner. Mr. Whitcomb said he has one tenant ready to commit to occupancy. He asked for approval contingent on his returning with another proposal for treatment of the entrance at the north elevation. Mr. Johnson moved approval, with the exception of the corner treatment, as conditioned. Mr. Whitcomb also was asked to provide lighting samples when he returned with the revised design for the corner treatment. Mr. Kimbrel seconded the motion; all in favor. Case No. DR /SUP /V/97 -49 Design review of the Stillwater Lumberjack Show at 501 N. Main St. Jim Fischer, applicant. Jim Fischer explained his business concept. If approved, he would be leasing the land from Domino's and would bring in evergreens to give the area a forested look. He asked for members' opinion regarding the use of a tent versus a fenced -in bleacher area to stage the shows. Mr. Johnson asked how a tent fits into design guidelines. Mr. Tomten noted tents are not within guidelines. However, Mr. Tomten suggested the proposal was a pedestrian - friendly type event that might be an acceptable Main Street use. Mr. Michels said he thought the main problem might be noise from the public address system; he said, conceptually, he thought a tent was be better than the fenced bleacher area. Mr. Johnson noted that a number of years ago, approval was given, on a one -year basis, for use of a tent by a group proposing to stage Shakespearean productions; the use never materialized. 0 0 Mr. Kimbrel agreed that use of a tent would be more appropriate. He moved to approve the use of a tent, with Mr. Fischer to come back to the HPC with colors, materials, etc. Mr. Tomten advised Mr. Fischer that the tent should be placed as close to the railroad tracks as possible. Motion approving use of the tent passed unanimously. Other business: 9 John Roettger was present to request a special meeting with the HPC to review his plans for a parking ramp at Second and Olive streets; he presented copies of preliminary plans to each member. It was agreed to hold a special meeting if the Planning Commission agreed to the same. • Ms. Fitzgerald reported the final draft of the Greeley survey has been completed and RFPs for the Dutchtown survey are out. She also reported the levee wall and Pioneer Park wall projects are on schedule. • Mr. Tomten reported that he had contacted the author of a brochure regarding the care of historic homes which was prepared for the city of Hastings. He said the author also has done brochures describing the functions of Historic Preservation Commissions, walking tours and related materials and is interested in - developing a proposal for the city of Stillwater. Cost would be about $2,000. It was noted such a project may be eligible for grant monies. • Mr. Tomten noted the City Council has approved updating the downtown master plan and suggested the plan update would be an opportunity for the HPC to upgrade design guidelines relating to signage, lighting, awnings, etc. Members were asked to bring suggestions to the next meeting. On a motion by Mr. Michels, the meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary