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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-01-03 HPC MIN• • HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Jan. 3, 1996 Present: Chairman Jeff Johnson Katherine Francis, Howard Lieberman, Jay Michels Brent Peterson and Roger Tomten Others: Susan Fitzgerald, planning Absent: Robert Kimbrel and Todd Remington Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Approval of minutes Mr. Tomten asked that the minutes of Dec. 4, 1995, in the discussion of Case No. DR/95 -24 be clarified to indicate that a building signage plan should be submitted for any new tenants. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Mr. Peterson, moved approval of the Dec. 4, 1995, minutes with the above noted change. Case No. DR/95 -27 Design review of exterior signage at 402 N. Main St. in the Central Business District. Jim Anderson applicant. Mr. Anderson said the requested sign is designed to fit the area of the previous signage. Mr. Johnson asked whether the sign would be painted with a glossy finish. Mr. Anderson said the finish would be matt or semi- gloss. There will be no raised letters and no lighting. Mr. Peterson, seconded by Ms. Francis, moved approval as conditioned; all in favor. Case No. DR/95 -21 Design review of exterior modifications at 220 E. Myrtle St. in the Central Business District. Mark Balay applicant. Mr. Balay explained the requested modifications, which include skylights on the east and west elevations, and patio /deck at the north elevation. There will be no modifications to the south elevation of the building. The skylights /dormer will be metal framed and probably painted a dark gray; the skylights will not be operable and will not penetrate the roof plane. Mr. Balay said repairs will have to be made to the slate roof; the roof will likely be removed in sections and then replaced. As much of the original slate roofing will be salvaged as possible. Mr. Tomten asked about the possibility of interior drains. Mr. Balay said the plan is to use a gutter system with drainage on the property. Much of the discussion centered on vents and other roof penetrations. Mr. Johnson suggested consolidating the vents on the north elevation and using the modifications to eliminate an existing "unsightly" roof vent. Mr. Balay said he did not know the exact location of the vents; the location will depend on the condition of the roof. However, he said he did nor foresee any problem in complying with Mr. Johnson's suggestions. Mr. Johnson moved approval, with the following conditions: that the original slate roof be used on the south, east and west elevations, with the new roof material used on the north elevation; that the skylights be a maximum of a 48 x 48 opening, non - operable and flush with the roof; that the plumbing vents be consolidated at the north elevation to the extent possible and there be no new roof penetrations. Mr. Michels seconded the motion; all in favor. Case No. DR/95 -28 Design review for restoration of windows, new signage and awnings at 231 E. Myrtle St. in the Central Business District. Renee Vickerman, applicant. Ms. Vickerman said her main interest at this point is restoring the windows. She has been working with Mr. Balay who has suggested using three panel windows that will utilize the entire window span. Considering the northern exposure of the windows, awnings over the window would not be very useful; the awning is now proposed to be put over the entry. Regarding the requested sign variance, Ms. Vickerman said she would definitely consider removing the existing Pabst sign should the variance be granted. The request is for a 20- square -foot sign band over the windows, a lighted sign above the entrance awning and a sign to the right of the door. A temporary banner is in place now. Mr. Johnson suggested that the HPC consider the request for the window modifications, with the applicant to come back with more information regarding the signage plan at the February meeting. Mr. Michels asked about the color of the window framing. Mr. Balay said the color would be dark brown to match the color of the other replacement windows in the building; the windows would have non - reflective glass. Mr. Michels moved approval of the window restoration, with the framing color to match the existing replacement windows, and to allow the applicant to use the temporary banner for another month, with the applicant to return with detailed signage, lighting and color plans. Ms. Francis seconded the motion; all in favor. Other business Mr. Michels reported that the color of the pedestrian railings will be selected at the next meeting of the design review committee for the new St. Croix River crossing. Color schemes were distributed. It was the consensus of HPC members that blue -gray is the preferable color choice. Mr. Lieberman asked for members input regarding his serving another term on the HPC. He noted that he also serves on the Charter Commission and asked for feedback on the appropriateness of serving on two committees. It was the consensus of member that there is no conflict with his serving on the Charter Commission and the HPC. Members expressed their appreciation for his work with the HPC. Mr. Johnson noted that his term also expires. He said he will continue to serve on the HPC, but said he thought someone else should serve as chairman. He suggested the possibility of a rotating chairmanship, with the vice chair to become chairman after one year. Ms. Fitzgerald will look into the procedure for setting up a rotating chairmanship. Mr. Tomten asked how Schoonover Auto Body got a second sign when one of the HPC's condition of approval was limiting signage to one. Mr. Michels also expressed a concern about the new Wild River sign. Ms. Fitzgerald will check into both signage matters. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Mr. Michels, moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m.; all in favor. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording secretary