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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-06-06 HPC PacketAFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF WASHINGTON City of Stillwater Stillwater Gazette • June 3, 2011 Heritage Preservation Commission Notice of Meeting Monday, June 8, 2011 A workshop meeting will begin at 6 p.m., Monday, June 6 011 in the Council Chambers at Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater MN 55082. The purpose of the workshop will b to review and discuss the City's demolition process. Bill Turnblad Community Development Director (June 3, 2011) City of Stillwater, Heritage Preservation Commission Julie Athey, being duly sworn on oath, says: that she is, and during all times herein states has been, Clerk of Sun Newspapers Publisher of the newspaper known as the Stillwater Gazette, a newspaper of general circulation within the City of Stillwater and the County of Washington. That the notice hereto attached was cut from the columns of said newspaper and was printed and published therein on the following date(s): 3rd of June 2011 Newspaper Ref./Ad #1054329 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 3rd day of June 2011 Mark Berriman NOTARY PUBLIC Washington County, Minnesota My commission expires January 31, 2016 taC_1 Moir( .I3c:RRIMAN NOTARY PUBLIC MINNESOTA My Oiafhmi . , : ,4.J.n.$1,2016 Heritage Preservation Commission Notice of Meeting Monday, June 6, 2011 A workshop meeting will begin at 6 p.m., Monday, June 6, 2011 in the Council Chambers at Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater MN 55082. The purpose of the workshop will be to: 1. Review and discuss the City's demolition process. 2. Discussion with Carmen Tschofen on Landmark Sites Program. The regular meeting will begin at 7 p.m., Monday, June 6, 2011 in the Council Chambers at Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater MN 55082. AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF April 4, 2011 and May 2, 2011 MINUTES 3. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum is a portion of the Heritage Preservation Commission meeting to address subjects which are not a part of the meeting agenda. The Heritage Preservation Commission may take action or reply at the time of the statement or 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. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.01. Case No. DR/2011-29. Design review of a new construction in the Neighborhood Conservation District located at 18XX 4th Street North in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Tim Steigauf, applicant. 5. DESIGN REVIEWS 5.01 Case No. DR/2011-32. Concept Design review for a new restroom buildings in south Lowell Park. City of Stillwater, applicant. 5.02 Case No. DR/2011-23. Design review for the facade improvement of the building located at 308 Chestnut Street East in the CBD, Central Business District. Scott Zahren, applicant. 5.03 Case No. DR/2011-24. Design review for the facade improvement of the building located at 241 Main Street South in the CBD, Central Business District. Mark Hanson, applicant. 5.04 Case No. DR/2011-25. Design review for the facade improvement of the building located at 126 2nd Street South in the CBD, Central Business District. Setac Properties, Jennifer Cates, applicant. 5.05 Case No. DR/2011-26. Design review for the facade improvement of the building located at 223 Main Street North in the CBD, Central Business District. Robin Patch, Mn Winegrowers Cooperative, applicant. 5.06 Case No. DR/2011-27. Design review of the facade improvement of the building located at 101 Water Street South in the CDB, Central Business District. St. Croix Preservation, applicant. 5.07 Case No. DR/2011-28. Design review of the facade improvement of the building located at 120 Main Street North in the CBD, Central Business District. K.B. Francis, applicant. 5.08 Case No. DR/2011-30. Design review of facade improvement of the building located at 216 Myrtle Street West located in the PA, Public Administration District. HAF Architects, applicant. 5.09 Case No. DR/2011-31. Design review of signage for "Rafters" located at 317 Main Street South in the CBD, Central Business District. Randall Raduenz, applicant 5.10 Case No. DR/2011-33. Design review of signage for "Bronze" located at 229 Main Street North in the CBD, Central Business District. Happy Bridge, LLC, applicant. 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.01 Ranking and recommendation to city council on downtown facade program. 6.02 Review of designs for the pedestrian walkway bathroom. 7. OTHER BUSINESS 8. ADJOURN City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 Demolition Process Workshop — 6 p.m. Present were Howard Lieberman, Micky Cook, Robert Goodman, Jeff Johnson, Reggie Krakowski, Roger Tomten, Scott Zahren and Planner Mike Pogge. Mr. Pogge briefly reviewed his memo in preparation for the joint City Council/Heritage Preservation meeting scheduled for June. The memo covered the current state of housing and state of historic housing in the City, demolition review and design review processes, preservation districts, rental housing inspection, property maintenance code and time of purchase inspections. Discussion of the state of housing focused on vacancy rates and pricing. Mr. Tomten questioned whether the City has put too much emphasis on the older housing stock as serving as the City's affordable housing; Mr. Pogge talked about several affordable housing efforts/options. Several suggestions were made for changes in the wording of the section regarding the state of historic housing in the context of affordable housing. In discussion, Mr. Pogge said it was his intent to provide this background information to the Council in preparation for the meeting so there can be a more meaningful discussion of the HPC's concerns/goals at the joint meeting. Mr. Johnson suggested that perhaps too much emphasis in the housing section was placed on vacancy rates and market values rather than the importance of historic housing stock to the identity of the City and the concern that housing stock is being placed in jeopardy. Regarding the section on demolition review, Mr. Tomten suggested indicating that the current ordinance has served as a delaying mechanism and there have been some success stories as a result of applicants having to rethink alternatives. Mr. Pogge pointed out that if, for example, there was a request for demolition for the Sauntry Mansion and the nine steps required by the ordinance were completed, the HPC would be hard pressed to deny the request; he said he thought the basic structure of the ordinance is good, but it needs more tools. Mr. Pogge also said he thought serious consideration ought to be given to having some approvals at the staff or sub -committee level. Ms. Cook suggested it would be good to have specific examples for the Council discussion. There was discussion of implementing a locally designated neighborhood conservation district versus individually designated properties. Mr. Lieberman raised the issue of the definition of demolition, speaking of substantial renovations that totally alter the historic character of a property. Mr. Pogge agreed that there should be a better definition in the City code. Mr. Tomten suggested, and other members agreed, that draft language for a revised demolition ordinance should be put together for the joint meeting, rather than asking the Council to authorize a task force to review and recommend possible changes. The discussion regarding design review focused on the lack of design review for residential areas. Mr. Johnson suggested that this outcome, as with the demolition process, should not be another task force but a recommendation to establish historic districts so design guidelines would apply to those districts. Mr. Pogge noted that if an historic district is designated, a very specific set of guidelines would apply to that district. There was discussion as to how specific guidelines should be versus more general guidelines related to massing, setbacks, etc. being consistent with a neighborhood. Mr. Tomten pointed out that the current conservation guidelines 1 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 were developed with the thought that they could also be applied to renovations and additions. Mr. Lieberman suggested there should be a distinction made between constructive demolition and substantial renovations; Mr. Johnson suggested that there should be a change made to the current language regarding the threshold of when design review is required. There was discussion about the recommendation to appoint a task force versus submitting proposed changes to the existing conservation design guidelines for the Council's consideration so those guidelines would not be limited to infill housing. Mr. Pogge suggested there will be considerable opposition to that change, which is why he recommended that task be given to a task force. It was consensus to draft proposed language for the Council's consideration. It was decided to continue the discussion at the end of the regular meeting. REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Chair Lieberman called the regular meeting to order at 7 p.m. Present: Howard Lieberman, Chair, Micky Cook, Robert Goodman, Jeff Johnson, Reggie Krakowski, Roger Tomten and Scott Zahren Staff present: Planner Mike Pogge Absent: John Bracht Approval of minutes: Mr. Tomten, seconded by Mr. Krakowski, moved to approve the minutes of March 7, 2011. Motion passed unanimously. OPEN FORUM No comments were received. PUBLIC HEARINGS Case No. DEM/2011-11. A demolition request for a garage located at 516 Myrtle Street West in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Steve Thron, applicant. The applicant was present. Mr. Thron stated the structure was a horse stable at one time; he said the structure is in such bad shape, they can't obtain insurance for the building or contents. Mrs. Thron read a letter from a neighbor at 122 N. Harriet St. in support of the requested demolition. Mr. Lieberman reviewed the nine steps required for issuance of a demolition permit, questioning whether listing the structure for sale on Craig's List meets the requirement for advertisement for sale; Mr. Pogge stated while that has never been defined, staff and the Commission have accepted Craig's List as meeting the requirement in the past. Mrs. Thron noted that they have received several inquiries from the ad. Mr. Lieberman suggested that moving forward, applicants be made aware that there are means, other than local newspapers, that can be used for publicizing a structure for sale/move. Mr. Pogge noted that in the RB District, there is a 1,000 square -foot limit on the size of garages; he said the existing structure is 1,200 square feet, so the applicant is grandfathered up to that size, but would need to request a variance from the Planning Commission for anything exceeding that size limitation. Mr. Johnson noted it appears the applicant is trying to pick up the steeper roof pitch and characteristics of the existing structure in the elevations provided for the new garage. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 Mr. Lieberman opened the public hearing. Steve Wahlquist, 121 N. Martha St., spoke in favor of the request, noting that the existing structure is not historic with aluminum soffit and fascia and is an eyesore as viewed from his property. On a question by Mr. Lieberman, Mr. Wahlquist indicated he would not be opposed should a new garage occupy a bigger footprint than the current structure. No other comments were received, and the hearing was closed. On a question by Mr. Lieberman, Mr. Thron reviewed proposed materials for a new garage, vinyl siding, steel roof and cement slab. Mr. Lieberman asked about exterior lighting; Mr. Thron said there is an existing light for the walkway to the apartments which will be utilized. Mr. Johnson suggested it would be nice to bring in a bit more of the detailing of the salt -box appearance in corner boards and trim around the openings; he also suggested that any lighting of the individual garage units should be done under the soffits, rather than a wall pack or carriage light on the door. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Zahren, moved to approve the demolition request; motion passed unanimously. Mr. Johnson moved to approve the replacement structure based on the submitted drawings, with the recommendation to bring out some of the details of the original building in the new architecture and the condition that any lighting be concealed, down -lighting, noting that approval is based on the square -footage allowed by ordinance and as grandfathered by the size of the existing. structure. Mr. Tomten seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. DESIGN REVIEWS Case No. DR/2011-08. Design review for signage on an existing pole located at 14130 60th Street North, Advanced Dermatology Care, in the BP-C, Business Park Commercial District. Northern Sign Solutions, applicant. Continued from the March 7, 2011 meeting. Mr. Lieberman reviewed the request. A representative of Advanced Dermatology was present. Mr. Johnson asked about the changeable signage, noting that it was his understanding that is limited to gas station prices; Mr. Pogge stated code does not address changeable message signs, noting that the code only prohibits LED, except for gas station and bank uses. The applicant suggested that it would be awkward and dangerous to manually change lettering and questioned why it would not be allowable to have an electronic sign that is static that could be changed on a weekly basis. Mr. Johnson asked about lighting; the applicant stated it will be internally lighted. Mr. Johnson suggested that the proposed white background, especially when internally lighted, becomes overpowering to the text; he suggested several alternatives the applicant might want to consider. The applicant asked for suggestions regarding lighting of the changeable portion of the sign; Mr. Johnson suggested the only way to light that is from the face of the sign, rather than from behind. The applicant asked that the issue of some type of electronic signage that could be changed on perhaps a weekly basis be revisited; Mr. Lieberman said he wouldn't be averse to looking at electronic signage options. Mr. Johnson suggested that the applicant also look at changes to the background and perhaps external lighting. Mr. Lieberman moved to table this case, with the applicant to work with staff and return with options regarding changeable signage technology. Mr. Krakowski seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/2011-12. Design review of a new store front located at 114 Main Street North in the CBD, Central Business District. HAF Architects, representing Laura Hoefler, applicant. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 Mike Hoefler of HAF Architects reviewed the proposed plans, which he said include removing the existing storefront in its entirety; plans include the use of raised wood paneling and piers at both the north and south ends of the storefront. He said the proposal also includes metal mullions, with a wood -clad window, fabric awnings and shutters between the upper level windows. Mr. Johnson asked about the piers on either side, which he said results in the narrowing of the storefront; the applicant stated that piers were incorporated as the existing beam is missing and terminates into the adjoining building. Mr. Tomten noted the design guidelines call for the retention of as many of the existing materials as possible and asked about the existing brick bulkheads; the applicant stated they are painted and don't match the regular brick on the building. Mr. Tomten questioned the addition of the side piers and changing the material of the bulkhead. Another representative of the applicant spoke to the condition of the existing brick bulkhead; Mr. Tomten clarified it is the applicant's intent to leave the brick bulkheads but cover them up. Mr. Tomten said he would be reluctant to approve the piers on the side and altering the storefront in that regard. Mr. Tomten asked if consideration had been given to doing a brick infill in the upper level masonry openings to match and replace the masonry that had been removed; Mr. Hoefler stated they did do that and could not find a brick that was even close to the former brick and said they did not want the appearance of being patched. Mr. Hoefler stated the piers are intended to soften the appearance and to bookend the storefront so it has a center and two flanking panels; he noted the pier is currently missing from the south end. Mr. Tomten asked if there was evidence there had been a pier at the south; the applicant said there is evidence based on what holds up the beam and said that is consistent with historic architecture. Mr. Johnson confirmed the windows would be framed out in wood; the applicant said they are proposing a two-inch thick oak door. Mr. Johnson expressed concern about the angle and the way the fabric awnings are anchored to the upper masonry. The applicant provided samples of the proposed color of the storefront. Mr. Lieberman spoke to the importance of this building to the downtown historic district, but also spoke to the desire to have someone buy and maintain a building rather than having that building sitting empty and deteriorating. Mr. Goodman said he thought from an appearance standpoint, plans are a noticeable improvement over the existing storefront. Mr. Tomten expressed concern about the awnings and the way they are supported on the windows; he spoke in favor of utilizing a more traditional awning configuration. Mr. Tomten also expressed concern about the piers and the detailing of those; Mr. Zahren suggested the owner take a look at the awnings on his building. On a question by Mr. Zahren, Mr. Goodman said the proposed plans are representative of older, historic storefronts. Mr. Hoefler said the sign proposal is basically an extension of the existing blade sign. He said the sign would not be lighted. On a question by Mr. Johnson, Mr. Hoefler reviewed plans for the transom. There was additional discussion about mullions/windows and glazing system. Mr. Tomten reiterated his concern about the use of non-traditional materials and detailing as it relates to a traditional storefront, including the wood -paneled piers and use of metal in the window glazing system. Mr. Tomten noted it is helpful for the HPC if it receives construction details to assist in decision -making; he said he would be reluctant to vote absent those construction details. Ms. Cook, Mr. Krakowski and Mr. Zahren all stated they like the general appearance of the plans, with Mr. Zahren pointing out that Mr. Goodman had indicated the plans are representative of a storefront that might have found in the late 1800s; all expressed concern about the brick and the proposed awning anchoring. Mr. Hoefler said they could City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 change the awning anchoring and make a frame, rather than having it suspended. Mr. Johnson pointed out that the building front is not original to the structure, including the brick below and glazings; he said the things he is concern about are those that are original and long-term to the building, the masonry in the lintels above the windows, and he said that concern is addressed with the change in the anchoring of the awnings. Mr. Johnson pointed out this is an infill building between the two adjacent buildings and said it is possible the top header does frame into the neighboring building; he suggested the current width is likely the original storefront width, which he would like to see retained. Mr. Johnson suggested making the pier narrower and look more like a covered column, rather than a framed panel. Mr. Krakowski moved to approve the facade plans as submitted and conditioned and with the change to the awning system. Mr. Zahren seconded the motion. Mr. Zahren asked Mr. Tomten whether the absence of detailed constructions plans was still of concern. Mr. Tomten responded in the affirmative and Mr. Zahren suggested adding a condition that before building permits are issued, construction plans be reviewed by City staff. After additional discussion, Mr. Krakowski agreed to that friendly amendment. Motion passed 3-2, with Mr. Johnson and Mr. Tomten voting no. Mr. Johnson moved to approve the sign as submitted, with the clarification that the sign will not be lighted. Mr. Zahren seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/2009-19. Design review of drawings for review of the Third Street Office Building located at 107 3rd Street North in the PA, Public Administration and CBD, Central Business District. HAF Architects, applicant. Mr. Lieberman reviewed the history of the project, previously approved changes to the plans and the new proposed modifications. Mike Hoefler of HAF Architects was present. He explained the reason for the requested exterior stairway is due to the sale of the lower unit. Also, he said, the Post Office is requiring a change in the orientation of its stairs. Mr. Johnson asked about the material of the stairs and whether the stairs cross in front of several of the lower windows. Mr. Johnson verified that code allows the stairs to be open if properly maintained; Mr. Hoefler noted these plans are very similar to what was done at the library. On a question by Mr. Johnson, Mr. Hoefler said the stairs would be visible from Myrtle Street at certain points, although partially screened by the adjacent building to the east. Mr. Hoefler briefly described the proposed enlargement of the building on the west elevation, with the facade extended to accommodate the stair to the lower unit. Mr. Tomten asked if thought had been given to re -centering the windows in the mass. Regarding signage, Mr. Hoefler said they would be coming back with a sign package and are not requesting approval at this time. Regarding the proposed change to window style and layout on the east and north elevations, Mr. Hoefler noted they were told they could not have a sign on the north side of the building, the location of a previously proposed Post Office sign, which provided an opportunity to add a window, so the north and south elevations will match. The other major modification requested is changing the exterior of the loft from brick to the rain screen; Mr. Hoefler said they did not think brick looked appropriate on the second floor above the rain screen pieces on the lower level. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 Mr. Tomten asked about the new roofing material on the flat portions; Mr. Hoefler stated that would be concrete. Ms. Cook verified that people could gain access to the building on a flat surface, without having to go up and down stairs. Mr. Tomten noted it appears the retaining wall on the east side has changed; Mr. Hoefler said the wall has been moved so as not to encroach on the neighboring property and that property owner is aware of the change. Mr. Tomten suggested changing the material to be consistent with the wall as it comes from the parking ramp. Mr. Johnson asked if staff had looked at any drainage issues; Mr. Pogge noted submission of a drainage plan is a condition of approval. Mr. Johnson expressed concern about the exterior stairway, especially as it goes up to the third floor and will be visible at that higher elevation; Mr. Hoefler said there is no way to accommodate the second egress unless the loft area is eliminated. Mr. Tomten suggested that having to utilize an exterior stairway is understandable with an existing building, but not with a new structure. Mr. Hoefler reiterated this system is the same as is on the library. Mr. Pogge said he had looked at the stairway proposal and said he believes the stairway will have limited visibility. On a question by Mr. Johnson, Mr. Hoefler described the location of the rooftop units. On a question by Mr. Tomten, Mr. Hoefler stated the landscaping plans have not changed; Mr. Pogge pointed out that installation of landscaping per approved plans remains a condition of approval. Mr. Tomten expressed concern about the exterior stairway, saying he did not want that to become common practice for new construction. Mr. Hoefler spoke of the conditions and uniqueness of the building that contributed to the ultimate need for the exterior stairway, and he spoke of the numerous exterior stairs in the immediate neighborhood; he also stated he did not think the exterior stairs detracts from the overall design of the building. Mr. Johnson verified the stairs would be a dark color similar to the color of the rain screen, and that the stairs would be solid tread with enclosed riser. Mr. Lieberman moved to approve the design as presented April 4, 2011, and as conditioned, with any minor modifications (condition 8) to come back before the Commission, and stating that while the Commission does not favor exterior modes of egress, there are certain circumstances where due to design, security or other considerations, external egress becomes a necessity and in this particular instance, the Commission considers the exterior egress an adequate response to the exigencies of the building and tenants. Mr. Zahren seconded the motion. Motion passed 4-1, with Mr. Tomten voting no. Case No. DR/2011-13. Design review of signage for "Pub Monique" located at 112 Main Street North in the CBD, Central Business District. Michael Hammer, applicant. The applicant was present. Mr. Lieberman reviewed the request, noting that this sign has grandfathered status for size. Mr. Johnson asked how the size got that far over the allowable square footage limit, suggesting the previous sign was not approved and therefore this sign does not have grandfathered status. In discussion, it was noted that the ornamentation on the sign likely was not included in determining the size. Mr. Tomten asked if the surface would be glossy or matte; the applicant stated it would be matte finish. Mr. Tomten moved to approve with matte finishes, with a condition that the wording of the sign, Pub Monique, be within the limits of the sign ordinance, 28 square feet. Mr. Krakowski seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Mr. Johnson clarified for the record that the verbiage will conform to the size limits of the ordinance and there is no grandfathering issue involved. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 NEW BUSINESS North Lowell Park and pedestrian walkway - Mr. Pogge noted the City hosted an open house regarding the plans the previous week. He stated many positive, constructive comments were received. He reviewed the plans and various options with the Commission. On a question by Mr. Zahren, Mr. Pogge stated Commercial Street west of Main will be left pretty much as is, with only minor changes such as lighting and surface treatments. On a question by Mr. Zahren, Mr. Pogge said it is expected work at some level will begin this fall and will be coordinated with the Corps of Engineers project; he said he anticipates this project could be completed by June of 2012. There was discussion of an issue with the Corps project. There was discussion of downtown business reaction to plans; Mr. Zahren said the main concern is with the potential disruption and length of that disruption. Preliminary designs for the bathroom also were distributed. Mr. Johnson said, from an historical and HPC's perspective, the straight, linear walkway system seems more appropriate. Mr. Zahren suggested the City should be thinking about more than just getting people from Main Street to the River. There was discussion about Mulberry Circle and making that part of the park versus parking for PD Pappy's. Mr. Johnson spoke in favor of the linear walkway as being more historically fitting and suggested the restroom facility should be west of Water Street or it becomes the only prominent structure in the viewshed; he also questioned the plantings around the top of the crescent of the amphitheater. Mr. Tomten talked of the opportunity to create an urban plaza, the City's outdoor living room, rather than a suburban park atmosphere, and of the opportunity for this to serve as a "front door" for various activities in the park. Mr. Lieberman agreed with Mr. Tomten's comments and spoke of the lack of vitality in the plans. Mr. Johnson spoke of keeping the footprint of the restroom facility as small as possible, hidden behind other uses, such as utilizing roof overhangs for a bus stop. Mr. Johnson said he thought the formal gardens south of the gazebo was a good location. Mr. Pogge asked members to forward additional comments to him. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Johnson brought up the issue of a non -compliant sign on Greeley Street; Mr. Pogge said staff is aware of that and will take action. Mr. Pogge said prior to the next meeting he would talk with other cities that have standards regarding LED signage in reference to the request by Advanced Dermatology. There was discussion of vacancies on the Commission. Mr. Pogge reviewed his comments regarding preservation districts, rental housing inspections, property maintenance code and time of purchase inspections in his memo for the joint Council/Commission workshop. He noted that his recommendation is that the Council should consider funding $7,000-$10,000 a year to complete the local designation districts. Mr. Tomten pointed out that there will likely only be three or four districts and it might be good to let the Council know that is a limited funding commitment. Regarding rental housing inspections, Mr. Pogge suggested utilizing the private sector approach; Mr. Johnson suggested raising the fee to cover the cost of the City hiring an inspector. Mr. Pogge spoke of the reluctance of the Council to hire any new staff and suggested utilizing the private sector is a way of getting a program started with no cost to the City. Mr. Tomten suggested that at time of property transfer, design review could be required of older housing stock being converted to rental units. Regarding property maintenance code, Mr. Pogge noted there is really no solution at this time without hiring new staff; Mr. Johnson suggested instituting the rental housing inspection program would City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, April 4, 2011 solve a good portion of problem properties. There was a question as to whether rental housing inspections would be done on an annual basis; Mr. Pogge said inspections would be required every two or three years, but an annual application and fee would be required. It was suggested that be made clear in the memo to the Council. Mr. Johnson noted the City has no business license program, so it is difficult to track the actual building owners and business types; there was discussion of the value of such licensing for economic development. The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Johnson. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 2, 2011 DEMOLITION PROCESS WORKSHOP The Commission met at 6 p.m. for a workshop to review material for the June 7 workshop meeting with the City Council and discuss the demolition process. Present were Commissioners John Brach, Micky Cook, Robert Goodman, Jeff Johnson, Reggie Krakowski, Roger Tomten and Scott Zahren and Planner Mike Pogge. Mr. Pogge highlighted changes to the Council workshop material made subsequent to the Commission's discussion at the April workshop session. Ms. Cook suggested emphasizing immediate actions that can be taken, specifically the designation of the historic districts. Mr. Johnson and Ms. Cook pointed out there is a lot of text and suggested that the Commission's three primary issues — demolition of properties, establishing of historic district(s) to allow more oversight of degrading properties, and design review for improvements to those properties — be moved forward in the text and made the focus of the presentation. There was discussion of the section related to the state of historic housing and housing in general; it was pointed out the numbers related to short sales and foreclosures were not mentioned. Mr. Johnson and Mr. Tomten suggested the language in the section related to the state of historic housing doesn't seem to present a real positive motivation for historic preservation. Mr. Johnson suggested emphasizing the diversity of the historic housing stock as meeting both affordable housing needs as well as the more upscale housing. In discussion of the format of the presentation, it was suggested that individual Commissioners be assigned topic areas. Mr. Pogge said he thought there should be four main areas: demolition, design review, other topics, and state of housing; he noted that the state of housing was something the Council specifically mentioned it would like to discuss with the HPC. Mr. Johnson suggested that perhaps the state of housing could be mentioned with a brief synopsis at the beginning as part of what's prompting the greater concern with the demolition, designation district and design review. Mr. Pogge briefly went through the various sections of the text, including a new section on the functions of the HPC, demolition review, design review, preservation districts, and other areas — property maintenance code, rental housing inspections, and time of purchase inspections. Mr. Johnson suggested mentioning some of the positive things the Council has done, including having the foresight to establish and HPC and approving grants for the previous neighborhood studies. There was discussion of what a property maintenance code entails; it was suggested to move the property maintenance code section to the end, as it's a program that likely won't be instituted in the very near future. Mr. Brach volunteered to discuss the housing stock issues, Mr. Johnson suggested that he or Mr. Lieberman discuss either demolition review or the reason for the HPC, with Mr. Tomten taking the design review issue and Mr. Goodman the preservation districts. It was decided to have a dress rehearsal of sorts at the June HPC meeting. Mr. Pogge briefly reviewed the proposed demolition permit process. Mr. Johnson suggested that the terms "historic resource" and "historically significant" need to be clearly defined; Mr. Pogge stated there are seven different qualifications listed in the proposed ordinance. Mr. Pogge reviewed the process for adopting an ordinance change. 1 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 2, 2011 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Vice Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Present: Commissioners Brach, Cook, Goodman, Johnson, Krakowski, Tomten and Zahren Absent: Howard Lieberman Staff present: Planner Mike Pogge OPEN FORUM No comments were received. PUBLIC HEARINGS Case No. DEM/2011-16 A demolition request for a residence at 502 Fifth St. N. in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Jennifer Cates, Cates Fine Homes, representing KC Kidder, applicant. Ms. Cates was present. She explained that the applicant contacted Cates Fine Homes regarding the possibility of either remodeling or demolishing the existing structure. She said the condition of the structure and the number of additions that have been made, make it difficult to work with. She said they believe they can build something with historical character that would be of benefit to the neighborhood if allowed to start from scratch. Mr. Johnson opened the public hearing. There was a question from the audience as to whether demolition has been started. Mr. Pogge said the owner began gutting the interior of the home in 2008 or 2009 and also removed some of the outer siding, but the project was stopped due to financing situations; he said it was not the intent at that time to demolish the structure. A member of the audience stated the structure has been left in terrible condition, with doors left open so someone could fall into the basement; he said the safety issue of the house should have been addressed a long time ago. Kathy Gragert, 510 N. Fifth St., spoke in favor of demolition, but said she would like to see the plans for the new construction. Leo Gragert, 510 N. Fifth St., noted a stop -work order had been issued for the previous project. He said the reason was not just financial, but because it was in violation of HPC standards. Chad Sandstrom, 212 W. Cherry St., asked if this is the same owner making application for the demolition permit. Given the previous financial difficulties, he questioned whether there was some assurance there would be sufficient funding in order to make the necessary investment to do a quality project. Ms. Cates said their firm was brought into the project about 2 months ago and initially intended to fix up the exterior first and then move to the interior, but she said the more they looked into the condition of the structure, they came to the conclusion that demolition was the most feasible, as anything done to the existing structure would be a "Band Aid." Regarding plans, Ms. Cates stated they had not submitted those pending input from the HPC, noting that the HPC would have to approve the proposed plans. On a question by Mr. Sandstrom, Ms. Cates said they plan to keep the structure "tight," a two-story structure of about 2 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 2, 2011 2,000 square -feet. Mr. Zahren asked about the intentions of the property owner. Ms. Cates said she believes the owner had good intentions when the project was initially started. Michelle Deng, 512 N. Fifth St., spoke of the problems that were brought to the property, including appliances that were left open. Mr. Johnson spoke of the process, noting that one step is the granting of a demolition permit. The second step in the process, if the demolition permit is granted, is a detailed design review by the Heritage Preservation Commission; he noted there is a lot more control over the property as it goes through the demolition and infill design review process than if the demolition permit were to be denied, with a "Band Aid" remodeling done, a process that hasn't worked before. Ms. Deng asked if neighbors would be contacted regarding the demolition and possible hazardous materials, etc. Mr. Johnson said the building official would look at the property prior to any demolition work; he also noted that the structure has to be moved in an appropriate manner, with the excavation backfilled. Mr. Johnson also noted there would be another opportunity for public input when plans are submitted. Ms. Cates apologized for any safety issues, noting they were just brought on board, and said they would board the house up immediately. No other comments were received, and the hearing was closed. Mr. Tomten noted that the original footprint of the structure looks quite small and asked Ms. Cates if they were aware of the possible restrictions on a new structure because of the original footprint. Ms. Cates said they know it will be a small home but feel confident that they can do some creative things small square footage. Mr. Pogge spoke to the potential footprint of a new structure; he noted that the footprint involves grandfathering rights, which expire after one year. There were questions regarding setbacks in the RB District. Mr. Tomten verified that should the demolition permit be granted, there will be another public hearing regarding the infill design review. Mr. Pogge assured neighbors that the City will be making sure that the project moves along. Mr. Brach said normally he would like to see plans before issuing the demolition permit but said he understands the extenuating circumstances involved. Mr. Johnson also noted the Commission knows the intent is to construct another single-family residence and there is a requirement for design review that is more restrictive than what would normally be required of a demolition permit. Mr. Tomten moved to approve the demolition with the condition that the permit only be issued after the design review permit is issued by the HPC. Mr. Zahren seconded the motion; Motion passed unanimously. DESIGN REVIEWS Case No. DR/2011-08 Design review for signage on an existing pole at 14130 60th St. N., Advanced Dermatology Care, in the BP-C, Business Park Commercial District. Northern Sign Solutions, applicant. Continued from the March 7 and April 4, 2011, meetings. Mr. Pogge stated the applicant is working on a new design for the sign and has asked that this be tabled for an additional month. Mr. Goodman, seconded by Mr. Tomten, moved to table this case. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/2011-14 Design review for exterior painting and signage at 226 Main St. S. in the CBD, Central Business District. Steve Chinander, applicant. 3 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 2, 2011 Dan Carlson was present representing Mr. Chinander. He provided color samples, noting that the colors included in the packet did not produce well on the laser printer; Mr. Johnson asked that the samples be left with staff. There was discussion of the placement of the sign. Mr. Tomten asked if consideration had been given to moving the sign up; Mr. Carlson said that creates a problem for sight lines. Mr. Johnson suggested another possibility is over one of the two side windows where the transoms are out flush with the storefront. Mr. Tomten noted the band above the columns on the brick is the normal signage band area for commercial storefronts. Mr. Johnson pointed out there is also opportunity to utilize a portion of the glass area for signage for walk -by traffic. Mr. Carlson said they would be amenable to the suggested location. Mr. Johnson moved to approve the sign as submitted with the conditions that it be placed in the location above the header on the brick above the door, that there be no lighting and that the blade sign be removed, and also approving the colors and location of the exterior painting as requested. Mr. Krakowski seconded the motion. Mr. Zahren verified that the sign would be placed so as not to interfere with the lintel brick. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/2011-15 Design review of signage at 124 Main St. N. in the CBD, Central Business District. Joan Sleem, applicant. The applicant was present. Mr. Johnson verified that the blade sign would not include the name of the business, just the generic "boutique," and that the signage will not be lighted. Mr. Brach, seconded by Mr. Zahren, moved to approve with the four conditions as recommended by staff. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/2011-17 Design review of exterior modifications and signage at 1150 Stillwater Blvd. in the BP-C, Business Park Commercial District. Brian Larson, representing St. Croix Sensory, applicant. Brian Larson provided an overview of the exterior changes and proposed signage. He stated there will be very few exterior changes with the exception of the existing back drive-thru, which will be enclosed with materials and windows similar to the rest of the building. Mr. Larson stated the signage would be smaller than the existing sign, noting the top of the existing sign and the electronic message board will be removed to the top of the brick pylon cap. The signage will be placed on the brick pylon. A representative of the owners explained the nature of the business. Mr. Tomten moved to approve the design review permit as conditioned. Mr. Zahren seconded the motion. Mr. Johnson noted the approval included the signage as well. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR-2011-18 Design review of storefront renovation at 229 Main St. S. in the CBD, Central Business District, Mike Hoefler, HAF Group, applicant. Mike Hoefler was present. He provided photos of the building when it was the Majestic Theater and as it appears today. He provided a packet showing the proposed storefront along Main Street; he said the plans also includes repair to the parapets, as well as the removal of existing openings, with new windows created to reflect into the space that is being internally built out — a new mezzanine within the existing building. Mr. Hoefler said a new storefront is proposed for the south elevation, with two openings into the existing concrete block wall, which will match in concept the storefront on Main Street. The same storefront will be repeated on the east 4 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 2, 2011 elevation, with a signage panel above the door, he said. He said the proposal also includes three new awnings along the 229 South building over the adjacent tenant. He also said they are proposing to paint the block wall on the east and south elevations. Mr. Hoefler reviewed the proposed signage to be hung off the front and rear elevations. On a question by Mr. Johnson, it was noted the signage will slightly cover the center transom. Mr. Tomten asked about lighting; Mr. Hoefler said the lighting will be in the recessed entry, with a gooseneck fixture as well. Mr. Tomten said his only question related to the sign over the door, asking if they had looked at any alternatives that would incorporate the sign above the lintel. Mr. Johnson agreed with the suggestion to move the sign up above the header. Mr. Johnson suggested the new windows look like they are too high on the forehead of the building; Mr. Hoefler explained there is brick beneath the fascia; he said the masonry opening would not be changed. There was discussion about the concept of adding a projecting sign, recreating the signage of the Majestic Theater, with the verbiage "Majestic." Mr. Johnson noted that would be allowable according to ordinance, since it does not include the business name. Mr. Johnson summed up the discussion regarding the storefront as being favorable, with the exception of the recommendation to move the sign up above the header area to occupy what is shown as the 1910 space. Mr. Johnson asked about the awnings. Mr. Hoefler said they would be closed end, fixed awnings; he provided color samples. Mr. Johnson expressed preference for the darker color palette, considering the colors of the neighboring buildings. Mr. Hoefler said the colors would carry through on the different elevations. Regarding the Majestic sign, Mr. Zahren asked about lighting; Mr. Hoefler said they would prefer that it be lighted. Mr. Zahren moved to approve the plans as submitted and as conditioned, with the additional condition that the west elevation building sign be moved up to the 1910 space; approving the Majestic sign to be lighted similar to the historic sign — not flashing or moving; and approving the darker palette colors for the awning and storefront. Mr. Krakowski seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR-2011-19 Design review of construction of a new infill building at 229 Main St. S. in the CBD, Central Business District. Mike Hoefler, HAF Group, applicant. Mr. Hoefler provided photos of what is believed to be the original building at the space in question. Hereviewed the concept proposal, noting the height does not exceed 10% of the average of the two adjacent buildings, based on the gable of the 229 building and the parapet of what exists today. He said the structure would be flush with the adjacent buildings. He reviewed two color concepts and proposed materials, including wood framing, steel beam, metal or wood crown. On a question by Mr. Johnson, Mr. Hoefler said the brick will return back to the east storefront; he said the east elevation will be basically a repeat of the Main Street elevation. He said the furnaces will be interior, with rooftop units screened. At this point, he said, lighting will be recessed cans in the recessed entrances; he said an enclosure for a dumpster would be constructed. Mr. Hoefler said they would like approval for a deck and stairs coming off the east elevation; it was noted that the Planning Commission will have to consider special use permits and parking variance issues. Mr. Brach moved to approve as conditioned, with the additional condition that specific plans for the trash enclosure be submitted to the HPC at a later date, with City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 2, 2011 a preference for the lighter color palette. Mr. Zahren seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR-2011-20 Design review of signage for a projecting sign at 208 Main St. S., Stillwater Olive Oil Co., in the CBD, Central Business District. Holly Arps, applicant. The applicant was present. It was noted the wall sign will remain the same, and that the requested projecting sign will not include the name of the business and will not be lighted. Mr. Goodman approval. Mr. Tomten seconded with the suggested condition that the mounting of the bracket be in the joints of the brick as opposed to in the brick itself. Mr. Goodman accepted that as a condition. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR-2011-21 Design review of signage for Stillwater Liquor at 1950 Market Drive in the BP-C, Business Park Commercial District. Chad Wichmann, applicant. The applicant was not present. Mr. Pogge noted the sign on the rear elevation will utilize the "Liquor" from the existing signage. The signage on the front elevation will be new, he said. He said the sign features red, internally -lighted channel letters, and he said the new signage fits the size and height requirements. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Mr. Zahren, moved to approve as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR-2011-22 Design Review of signage for Stillwater Brewing Company at 402 Main St. N. in the CBD, Central Business District. Justin Stanley, applicant. The applicant was not present. On a question by Mr. Johnson, Mr. Pogge stated he did not think there was a sign at this space before. Mr. Johnson expressed a concern about how the sign would fit in the proposed space. Mr. Tomten moved to approve, with a condition that the sign not hang below the head of the entry. Mr. Zahren seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Request for extension to demolition Case No. 2009-30. Richard Van Horne, 223 Pine St. W. — Richard Kilty, 118 W. Oak St., asked why an extension is necessary since the Council had already denied a variance request. Mr. Pogge noted that the Council had previously denied a variance request to expand the garage; he explained that state law related to the issuance of variances will change under a new law awaiting the Governor's signature, which will likely make it easier for this applicant to successfully obtain a variance. Mr. Pogge said it is likely that if the applicant doesn't receive a variance this year, he will tear the garage down and rebuild in the same footprint. Mr. Kilty asked if the HPC had approved the demolition of a 90-year-old house in the 600-block of South Fourth Street, which was done last week. It was noted the Commission had approved the demolition permit, with much reservation and not by unanimous vote. Mr. Brach pointed out that the City's ordinance as currently written didn't allow denial of the permit, noting that issue is a source of discussion. Mr. Zahren, seconded by Mr. Krakowski, moved approval of the extension. Motion passed unanimously. Discussion on pedestrian walkway and bathroom design — There was discussion about how the Corps levee project may or may not affect this project. He noted that based on comments at the open house and direction from the Council, the design team is moving forward with the straight 6 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 2, 2011 alignment and formal walkway design, with the restroom west of Water Street. He said the Council also has expressed preference for the Victorian design for the restroom building. Ms. Cook said she was open to a more commercial design. Mr. Johnson expressed preference for a more industrial appearance, rather than a real high Victorian look, saying he didn't think that fit the commercial district. Mr. Pogge noted that the Council would be looking at various designs at its meeting the following day and had invited input from the HPC and Parks commissions; Mr. Tomten and Mr. Johnson said they would try to attend. Mr. Brach suggested it might be appropriate to pass a motion indicating the Commission's preference for the industrial/commercial design. Mr. Johnson moved to give those Commissioners in attendance at the Council meeting the liberty to speak on behalf of the HPC as favoring more of an angular, industrial design over a Victorian. Mr. Krakowski seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. OTHER BUSINESS Selection of 18th annual Heritage Preservation Awards — Mr. Goodman suggested the renovation of the former Reed's Drug Store building as a possible winner. Ms. Cook suggested the former Hallmark card shop space. The former Casanova residence on Pine Street was suggested for the residential award. It was consensus to recognize Gartner's building, the former Reed Drug Store, for transition of a building; Van Horne for residential; and the Hallmark space for facade restoration. It was consensus to recognize Olive Oil Co. for signage. Mr. Tomten suggested a new category, Historic District Livability, recognizing the Coop for continuing the serve the downtown community despite a number of obstacles. Mr. Johnson spoke of the revitalization of the neighborhood by Meister's on the South Hill. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Zahren. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary 7 iliwater THE 8 RTHPtACE OF MINNESOTA Memo Community Development Department To: Heritage Preservation Commission From: Michel Pogge, City Planner aS9 Date: June 2 J , 2011 Re: Worksession: Prep for City Council meeting Message: Attached is the a copy of the memo that went to the City Council for the Joint Council/HPC meeting on June 7th. The meeting between the HPC and the Commission is the third item on the worksession agenda. The first item on the agenda is about a recently completed employee health survey and will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. The second item is about the new restroom in the pedestrian walkway and will take approximately 15 minutes. We will then have approximately 1 hour to discuss the HPC items with the Council. For the individuals making presentations to the Council, please limit your topic introductions to approximately 5 minutes to allow sufficient time to discuss the item with the council. As a reminder, the following individuals are set to present items to the Council: Howard - Into and Why have an HPC John - State of Housing Jeff - Demolition Ordinance Roger - Design Review on Residential Homes On Monday, I would like to run through the discussion in anticipation of our meeting on Monday. Thanks, Mike From the desk of... Michel Pogge, AICP • City Planner -City of Stillwater - 216 N. 4th Street • Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 'Fax: 651.430-8810 email: mpogge@ci.stillwater.mn.us Stillwater City Council/Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission Joint Meeting June 7, 2011 Executive Summary The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission thanks the City Council for taking time to discuss and have an open dialog on preservation issues between the two bodies. The HPC believes the City is at a critical junction and needs to take steps to protect our resources before they are lost forever. During this meeting, the Commission wishes to cover the following topics with the City Council: 1. Why have an HPC? 2. Demolition Review 3. Residential Design Review 4. Preservation Districts 5. Proactive Inspection Programs: a. Rental Housing Inspections b. Time of Sale Inspections c. Property Maintenance Codes 6. State of Stillwater Housing Out of this meeting the Commission hopes to: 1. Review issues around the demolition of historic buildings with the Council and discuss possible amendments to the current demolition ordinance. 2. Discuss inappropriate building renovations and additions that are occurring in the Community and possible ways to address these issues. The Commission hopes to follow with a set of design guidelines this fall that would seek to address this trend. 3. Have a general discussion on various issues facing historic preservation within Stillwater. The following material describes the above items in detail and will help our discussion on Tuesday. Again, the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission thanks the Council for this opportunity. Page 1 of 7 Why have an HPC? Recently named one of the top 11 America's Prettiest Towns by Forbes Magazine, Stillwater's biggest asset is our rich architecture. To that end, preservation of our rich historic culture has been a long held value of the community and through the foresight of the Council, the HPC was established in 1996. The declared public policy for the creation of the HPC was the "preservation, protection, perpetuation and use of area, places, building, structures and other objects having a special historical, community or aesthetic interest or value is a public necessity". Preserving our past gives our residents a sense of community and our visitors a tie to our past. However, the role of the HPC is much more than just playing the role of "aesthetic police". Preservation provides value. Nearly every study completed has shown that historic preservation protects property values and quite often historic properties will appreciate in value more than similar properties in non -historic areas. In all parts of the country this trend holds. A Texas study showed that property values of historic properties increased in value between 5 to 20 percent over non -historic properties. Historic districts also attract private investment. A national example of this is Lowertown in downtown St. Paul. Once a declining warehouse district, the area is now one of the hottest real estate markets in the region. Yet Lowertown has some of the strongest preservation regulation in the State. Historic preservation provides tremendous economic benefits to a community beyond just protecting property values. Many communities have come to understand that it is an economic development driver. Historic preservation improves quality -of -life, attracts business, provides incubator space for startups, and supports historic tourism. All of these can be seen in our City today! However, for too long the City has taken preservation for granted. Viewed by many communities in Minnesota as a leader in historic preservation, many outsiders are shocked to find out how little the City does to protect our resources. While we are currently a leader in the density of historic resources, without any protection, this title will not hold forever. Even our own residents are shocked to find out when they call to ask about the City's "historic district" that they are free to do nearly anything they wish. To that end, the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission believes the City needs to take steps to protect our resources before they are lost forever. It is also important to remember that our historic resources are more than just a handful of grand homes and a historic downtown. Each individual building plays a role in making up the fabric of our community, which makes Stillwater a special place. The following identifies various issues facing preservation and makes recommendations on how to address each of them: Demolition Review Current Situation: Currently, before a structure over 50 years of age is demolished, a public hearing before the Heritage Preservation Commission is required unless the structure is an immediate life safety hazard. Applicants are required to complete what is known as the "nine steps" before the Commission will approve a permit. Once the nine steps are completed, the HPC is required to approve the demolition permit unless the structure proposed to be demolished is on the National Register of Historic Page 2of7 Places (currently 8 residential structures and 64 commercial building in the downtown area are on the NRHP) or are locally designated (currently no structure in the City is locally designated). Problem: Due to the rather relaxed requirements of the current ordinance, important structures could be demolished and are not protected. For example, homes like the Alexander and Ida Nelson house on top of Chestnut Street stairs; the John and Anna O'Brien house, now home to Rivertown Inn; and Adolphus and Aurora Hospes House, now home to Aurora Staples Bed and Breakfast, all fall outside of any protection that the City's demolition review ordinance provides. On the other hand, currently all structures over 50 years of age that are proposed to be demolished require a public hearing before the Commission. Even those that clearly have no historic integrity. A change should be made to allow staff to initially review demolition requests so that staff could approve the demolition of buildings that do not have historic value or integrity. For example, a 1950's block garage on a property with an 1800's home would be an instance where staff could approve the permit. Finally, the ordinance fails to clearly define, what constitutes a partial demolition. Possible Solutions: Staff has researched demolition ordinances from 37 HPC's around the State of Minnesota. Two ordinances worthy of consideration by the City are from Chaska and Minneapolis. 1. In Minneapolis, staff conducts an initial review to determine if a structure is potentially historic and if not, staff administratively approves the demolition request. This would expedite clear-cut cases and allow them to be quickly approved. Significant structures would continue to be reviewed by the HPC. 2. Both Chaska and Minneapolis have a provision that allows the Commission to impose a 180-day waiting period. This approach of requiring a waiting period is also very common throughout the nation when it comes to demolition reviews and allows the community time to search for an alternative to demolition. The Minneapolis ordinance takes it one step further and allows the Minneapolis HPC the opportunity to consider locally designating the property during the waiting period, and if approved by the HPC and City Council, the demolition of the property could be blocked. While rarely applied, it provides a relief valve of sorts, which also requires City Council approval to ensure that properties are not locally designated without just cause. The Heritage Preservation Commission suggests that the City take immediate steps to implement a demolition review ordinance that protects more than just eight residential properties in Stillwater. Attached is a draft ordinance completed by City Staff, that the HPC supports and requests that the Council begin the process to adopt. Page 3 of 7 Design Review Current Situation: Currently the City has four sets of design review guidelines 1) Downtown; 2) Neighborhood Conservation Design (NCD) Guidelines; 3) West Business District; and 4) Liberty Village Commercial Area. While there are design guidelines in place for most Commercial properties in the community, the same is not true for residential properties. The current NCD Guidelines only apply to infill projects on vacant properties and offers no control over existing properties. Problem: Homes can be completely renovated without any review affecting the integrity of neighborhood and ultimately the property values surrounding the renovated home. Possible Solutions: First, it needs to be clear that not all renovations need to be subject to review. Paint colors, roof material, and minor changes should not be subject to review by anyone. In the interest of time, minor renovations should only be subject to a staff review with only major renovations or changes that are not in the spirit of the guideline subject to HPC review. Many of the provisions included in the NCD Guidelines could be applied to both infill homes and proposed renovations. Some changes would need to be made to fully address renovations versus new infill construction. With the Council's approval, the HPC will begin a review of the NCD Guidelines and would plan to present an updated set of NCD Guidelines for the Council's consideration in the late summer/early fall time frame. Preservation Districts Current Situation: Since 1995, the City of Stillwater has received grant funds from the National Park Service to conduct 10 neighborhood architectural studies that encompass approximately 1,900 properties over 700 acres of land. This is typically the first step to the establishment of locally designated historic districts. To date, the City has not established a single locally designated historic district. Most other historic communities in the State of Minnesota have done this. Problem: The HPC is in a position to complete the work with funding support from the National Park Service and the City of Stillwater. Due to the City's budget situation starting in 2009, the City cut required matching funds to obtain funding from the National Park Service. With our in -kind contributions for these types of projects, the City can expect to receive $2.00 for every $1.00 of City cash matched. These funds are needed to hire a consultant that has the expertise necessary to complete the project. Possible Solutions: The City Council should consider providing funding in the amount of $7,000 to $10,000 per year over the next 3 to 4 years in order to provide the required grant match to complete a local designation district. Rental Housing Inspections Current Situation: The City of Stillwater currently does not conduct rental -housing inspections. Problem: Concern has been expressed in the community regarding the condition of some properties in the community. The community perception that rental properties are the culprit and that they are not adequately monitored by the City. Page 4 of 7 The 2010 Census showed that there was 1,664 rental units within the City of Stillwater representing 23.5% of the housing units. While many absentee landowners are proactive and take care of problems, others simply fail or refuse. Without an inspection program, the City has no way to identify or have issues corrected. Additionally, without a program it is difficult to track down owners when there is a problem that needs to be addressed. Possible Solutions: The City could consider creating a rental -housing program. Knowing that the City budget is tight, it will be hard for the City to take this type of program on and support it. One approach some communities have taken is to have private, city approved, Housing Evaluators complete the inspections. Rental housing owners would select and pay the Housing Evaluator directly for the inspection. The rental housing owner would then file an application, a copy of their inspection report (typically required to be completed once every 2 to 4 years), and annual fee (typically around $25.00 per year) to the City. The annual fee would absorb the cost of a half time secretary who would coordinate the program. This would also benefit the police and fire departments who would then have a list of contact information for all of the rental housing owners within the City. Time of Purchase Inspections Current Situation: There is no systematic way to address properties that are in decline within the City and it is unlikely that the City will develop a property maintenance code to address any of these concerns. Problem: With our older housing stock, maintenance is important to protect the City's historic housing stock. Possible Solutions: The City could consider creating a time of purchase inspection program. A program such as this is intended to enhance the supply of safe housing and to prevent the deterioration of the overall housing in the City. Similar to the rental housing inspection, the owner could hire a private city approved Housing Evaluator to complete the inspection. Any hazardous condition would be required to be corrected before the home is sold, helping to preserve the community's housing stock. Property Maintenance Code Current Situation: There is no systematic way to address properties that are in a declining condition within the City. Problem: Again, with our older housing stock, maintenance is important to protect the City's historic housing supply. Possible Solutions: The City Council could consider implementing a property maintenance code to address the condition of housing in the City. However, since this type of program typically involves enforcement actions, hiring City employees would be required to conduct these types of inspections rather than contracting to private companies. However, due to the current budget conditions, it is impractical to introduce this type of program at this time. The Council should set a goal to start this type of program when practical. Page 5of7 State of Housing in Stillwater The current economic condition has placed strains on housing throughout the nation and Stillwater is not insulated from it. Recovery has been difficult and is slow. Housing Vacancy Rate One factor influencing the state of housing is the vacant housing rate. Between 2000 and 2010 the percentage of occupied housing units in Stillwater has decreased from 97.8% to 93.4%. While this change is disturbing, the vacancy rate does not solely stem from foreclosures and distressed properties. One needs to be careful when interpreting housing data since seasonal houses are prevalent in April when the Census is taken. Many houses are used only during the summer and tourist season. This number is likely to grow as retirees live elsewhere during the winter. Ultimately, this trend is worrisome and needs to be monitored. Housing Unit Changes between 2000 and 2010 2000 2010 Stillwater US Percentage Stillwater US Percentage Number Percentage Number Percentage Total housing units 5,926 7,576 Occupied housing units 5,797 97.8% 91.0% 7,075 93.4% 88.6% Vacant housing units 129 2.2% 9.0% 501 6.6% 11.4% Source: US Census Data from the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors The Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors (MAAR) provides a number of key indicators about the Stillwater housing market as a whole. Specifically, data on the Median Sales Price, Number of New Listings, and Months Supply of Homes for Sale in the City of Stillwater from the MAAR was reviewed. This information includes traditional sales, short sales, and bank owned sales. Data from this source is available between January of 2005 and February 2011. Staff would like to acknowledge the assistance of local real-estate agent Cheryl Larson who helped identify this source of information and reviewed various MLS listings with City Staff. Page 6 of 7 Median Sales Price The median sales price represents all completed sales in a given month. The median sales price peaked in the City of Stillwater in September 2007 at $299,900 and fell to a low in December of 2009 $209,500. Since December of 2009, the median sales price in Stillwater has only rebounded to $230,000 as of February 2011. This remains below the January 2005 median sales price of $259,494. New Listings New listings is a count of the properties that have been newly listed on the market in a given month. The number of new listings in Stillwater peaked December of 2006 at 857, and has steadily been on the decline to February 2010 number of 618, which is the lowest it has been during the data range. Months Supply Months Supply compares the number of active listings available to the average monthly pending sales for the last 12 months. The supply of housing peaked in April of 2009 at a supply of 12.4 months. As of February of 2011 it has fallen to 9.8 months; however, this is still high compared to 5.6 months seen in January of 2005. What does this mean? While the benchmarks are showing signs of improvement for Stillwater, we are not out of the woods by any means and still face difficulty in the housing market. If the months supply continues to decrease, the real-estate markets will stabilize. It is too early to declare that the worst is over for Stillwater; however, we are certainly witnessing some stabilization if not improvements in the Stillwater real-estate market. It is also important to note that these trends do not necessarily hold true throughout the MSP metro area or even in the St Croix Valley. For example, Bayport just witnessed their lowest Median Sales Price in February 2011 at $167,930 from a high in March of 2007 of $282,500. Due to this, it would not take much for the market to return to a downward path in Stillwater. State of Historic Housing Stillwater's historic housing stock has provided everything from large grand homes to entry-level housing and everything in between. As the market has lowered the values of housing throughout the Community, this has placed additional stress on our historic housing core. Until the market stabilizes, the Historic Housing stock will be stressed and face challenges. The market has also made redevelopment of our entry-level historic housing units prime targets for teardowns and redevelopment. As older homes are demolished and replaced with newer homes, many times they are dramatically out -of -scale with a contemporary style that affects the historic character of the surrounding neighborhood forever. This trend in turn leads other homes around it towards a similar fate. Once these historic structures are gone, the historic Stillwater charm that everyone loves will be lost. Page 7 of 7 Memo Community Development Department To: Heritage Preservation Commission From: Michel Pogge, City Planner Date: Friday, June 03, 2011 Re: Landmark Homes Project Message: Carmen Tschofen has been working diligently to complete the property write-ups for this year's Landmark Homes Project. I have to thank Carmen for her hard work and willingness to take on the project with very little over sight from City staff. She has done an outstanding job from my viewpoint and this work will benefit the citizens of Stillwater for years to come. In total 32 property owners agreed to have their home officially listed on the website. This bring the total number of listed properties to 151. Additionally, general write-up were completed on each of the other 22 landmark sites from whom the property owner did not sign up to be listed on the website. These write-ups could be used as a base for future listings. Carmen will be at your meeting at 6:30 pm on Monday to quickly review the write-ups and answer any questions you have before your 7:00 pm meeting. Attached are copies of the completed write-ups. The listings that will be shown on the City's website are currently on a beta site and will be posted to the actual Heirloom and Landmark Sites website by the end of June. From the desk of... Michel Pogge, AICP • City Planner • City of Stillwater • 216 N. 4th Street • Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 •Fax: 651.430-8810 • email: mpogge@ci.stillwater.mn.us City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information riom L ndm� Si e% P1'if ,,rCa • Home • Properties .................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation ................. • Search Property Information National Re stet o.. Hisx rd dividtia open Click on photo to enlarge 101 Pine St W City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Click on photo to enlarge Washington County Courthouse Washington County owns and operates the Washington County Historic Courthouse, which was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 as the oldest standing courthouse in Minnesota. Both the Tamarack House and the upper level of John McKusick's home were used as court facilities before the construction of a building at 4th and Chestnut in 1849. By 1867, ground was broken for this new and much larger courthouse high on the bluff overlooking the bustling commerce of downtown Stillwater and the St. Croix River. The building was completed in 1870 under local contractors Seymour and May, and served as the administrative and judicial center of the county for more than a century. Designed by Augustus Knight of St. Paul, the courthouse favored the Italianate style. The limestone foundation and brick facade were capped with an imposing dome, cupola and flagpole, which soared as a landmark above the river city. The building was designed with a small two-story jail and a sheriffs residence as part of the complex. Jutting skyward were 11 chimneys, necessities for the pot-bellied stoves that provided heat for the building. The courthouse contained a small two-story jail and a sheriffs residence. In 1900, an additional two-story jail was added to the rear of the building. The original jail became the sheriffs office and jail cells for female prisoners. Among the county's well -know sheriffs was Reuben Granquist, who served the county for 28 years, and his tenure typified life and business in the Courthouse. In 1942, Reuben entered the election for county sheriff and won. He moved into the sheriffs residence in the Washington County Courthouse with his wife, Gladys, and two sons, Bob and Don. Under Reuben's tenure, the department met the rapidly expanding law enforcements demands in the growing county. The children were sometimes involved in answering calls to the department, and Gladys also played a major role. As the sheriffs wife, it was her job to help take care of the prisoners. She cooked complete meals three times a day, every day, all year, for all the people in jail. Gladys was also in charge of the laundry, including bedding and the prisoners' clothes. She also served as a liaison for female prisoners. By 1962, the county had outgrown the building and the sheriffs residence was converted into the Sheriffs Office, forcing the sheriff and his family to move elsewhere. The large courtroom had been divided into a smaller courtroom and offices. There were even offices in the dank, dark basement of the building. During this time, the county considered razing the courthouse to build a new one on this site; ultimately, the new Government Center was built a mile south of the courthouse. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information In 1975, the county moved to a new government center one mile south of the original courthouse and made plans for an adaptive re -use of the old building. The building reopened in 1982 as a community facility providing office space for various groups, offering interpretative historical exhibits and tours, and serving as a venue for private and public gatherings. In 1997, the county designated the facility as a Washington County park. Today, the Historic Courthouse is used to preserve, re -adapt, restore, and interpret this historic landmark for current and future generations. This is accomplished through programming which fosters knowledge and appreciation of the county's heritage. Volunteers were an integral part of the restoration of this site and they continue to be an important part of the Historic Courthouse activities. Source(s): Washington Country 2030 Comprehensive Plan: A Policy Guide to 2030 Historic Resources Historic Courthouse: History. Washington county website. <http://www.co.washington.mn.us/info_for_residents/parks_division/historic_courthouse/. "Meet Reuben and Gladys Granquist." A Washington County Sheriff's Biography profile. Interactive Biography Profiles, 2007. Washington County Historic Courthouse Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430064 Common Property Name: Washington County Historic Courthouse State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-466 Construction Date: 1867 ......................... Builder: Architect: Knight AugustF. Architectural Style: Italianate. NRHP: National Register of Historic Places - Individually Listed Property - 6/26/1971 Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©2OEt1 Google - City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Still�vafcrs eirioom Landrnad Seteq.Pri • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................... • Search Property Information National Register ©f Iiistor aces - Individually Li 1018 1st St S City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Click on photo to enlarge Nelson School The Nelson School, built in 1897, serves as a stellar example of adaptive reuse in the preservation of historic community architecture. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976, the school was the focus of a pitched preservation battle in the following years. A court decision ruled against a proposed demolition, and the school was converted to apartments and condominiums. The school replaced the original Nelson School, a one-story frame structure built twelve years ealier on this site. The first school quickly became overcrowded and was difficult to heat. The new school was was constructed in the Beaux Arts style, common for reflecting the noble ideals of educational and civic buildings during this time period. The execution of the design, by the Minneapolis architectural firm of Orff and Joralemon, appears to have met with some local displeasure as reported in the Stillwater Daily Gazette, which defended the construction as "strictly modern and [which] embodies the latest and most improved practice in the larger cities... " The unrelieved brick walls were explained as "a concession to the scientific idea upon which the building is designed." The total cost of the building, originally bid at $12,244, ultimately totaled about $17,000, as reported in the St. Paul Globe. Just two months after the school opened for pupils, a serious fire did $5000 damage, with the cause reported as "the floor being too close to the upper part of the furnace." (St. Paul Globe, November 30, 1897.) In addition to its daily functions, the school also provided space for civic groups. For example, in 1905, the Globe reported: "The next meeting of the Woman's Institute will be held at the Nelson school building on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Mrs. Margaret Blair of the Agricultural college will give another talk on dressmaking." In the 1950s, the district abandoned use of the building as an elementary school, and later began using it for administrative offices. By 1976, these offices were moved to a new central services building, and in 1977 the city of Stillwater acquired the building for $1.00, initiating the preservation debate. In 1980, three local businessmen purchased the school for adaptive reuse, and today the building provides a distinctive home for condominium owners. The square two story red brick structure rests on a high, cut limestone foundation. With the exception of the front faade and corner pilasters, the ten -bay sides are undecorated. The front facade is divided into three bays. The central bay, which is slightly recessed and defined by pilasters, is dominated by a second story oriel. The oriel is decorated with pilasters, dentils, and a semicircular arch. It is supported by two brackets. The main entrance to the school is located beneath the oriel and is recessed. A dormer with full pediment is located above the oriel. The bays to either side of the oriel contain blind windows bearing name and date inscriptions and semi -circular City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information pediments. The rear facade of the school is a blank wall with the exception of a simple oriel. Source(s): Empson, Don. The East Half Of The Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter Addition Residential Area, Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 2003. Print. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3303020110154 Common Property Name: Nelson School State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-1383 Construction Date: 1897 Builder: Architect: Orff and Joralemon ............................................................................ Architectural Style: Beaux Arts NRHP: National Register of Historic Places - Individually Listed Property - 10/25/1979 Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data C2011 Google City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information '�" titEEl4r'Y�C eir oon Landm J Site Prt ram • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation ............................................................ • Search Property Information 1104 1st St N City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Seymour, Sabin & Co. Seymour, Sabin & Co. was a large manufacturing firm in Stillwater, employing hundreds of workers (think Andersen Windows). In 1878, the company, having purchased the whole block four years earlier, built an elegant house with a central hallway and front -window bay at 1121 North Fourth Street. Why exactly they built such a elaborate $1,300 structure is uncertain, but in the mid-1880s, it served as The Minnesota Hospital, one of three hospitals in Stillwater at that time. The proprietor of the hospital, Dr. Jellison, rented the building and funded the operation with the first kind of hospital insurance. Jellison sold two types of insurance mostly to the lumberjacks working in the woods over the winter. One type of insurance, sold at five dollars (2-3 days wages) entitled the beneficiary, if sick or injured, to board, nursing, and medical attendance. The more expensive option, ten dollar insurance, covered board, nursing, medical attendance, and also provided the patient, if injured, the sum of five dollars per week until his recovery. The lumber camps were thoroughly canvassed, and it was believed that several hundred of these insurance policies were sold. While this could have been a successful business strategy, the Minnesota Hospital went broke in 1886, and a writ was issued by the municipal court to reclaim the furnishings of the building, among them, six stoves and ten bedsteads. A second homeopathic hospital downtown also soon failed, leaving the city hospital, now Lakeview Hospital, as the only survivor. Its financial success must be attributed to a devoted group of local women who spent most of their efforts raising funds for the hospital. In the meantime, Seymour, Sabin & Co. had declared bankruptcy, and the hospital building at 1121 North Fourth Street passed into the hands of the Minnesota Commercial Company, a corporation formed specifically to sell the real estate left from Seymour, Sabin & Co. The Minnesota Corporation held the building until 1907 when it was finally sold as a residence to a private party. According to a building permit, the addition on the rear of the house was added in 1901. Over the years the old house became increasingly decrepit, but in the 1980s, a local resident, Frank Langer, purchased the house and thoroughly restored it, including lifting the home to put a new basement under it. The current owner has taken great care over the years to maintain all the original elements of the house, including the old windows, the tin roof, and the delightful quatrefoil window in the north gable. Source(s): Building date and value is from the original annual tax assessors' rolls, 1874-1878 (on microfilm in the St. Croix Collection, City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Stillwater Public Library). The present owner has in her basement a piece of siding removed from the front of the house, on which the shadow of a sign reading "The Minnesota Hospital" may be seen. City of Stillwater building permit application #1045. A newspaper article detailing the hospital appears in The Messenger, May 15, 1886. For more information about the house and the neighborhood, see A History of the South Half of the Carli & Schulenburg Addition Residential Area by Donald Empson, 2001. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2103020430018 Common Property Name: Seymour, Sabin & Co. State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-_1108 Construction Date: 1880 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information sunht'.+ emoorn Landmar Stirs, p = p4m, • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information 1122 Broadway St N City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Taken prior to repainting in 2010. Christopher Carli, Jr. House This simple and well-preserved gable -front home with its modest gable decoration and hipped -roof porch is fine representative of early Stillwater residential development and family history. In 1886, Christopher H. Carli, Jr, the son of Lydia and Christopher Carli (early Stillwater settlers) built a substantial two story house, 24 feet wide and 28 feet deep at 1122 N. Broadway. On the building permit, the price of construction is listed as $800. C. H. Carli, like his father, had a varied career. For many years he was a photographer ("Old pictures reproduced and enlarged, Porcelain pictures a specialty") working from his father's house and office at N. Second and E. Mulberry Streets. In moving to N. Broadway, C.H. took over management of the "Carli Quarry" which occupied most of the east side of N. Broadway from E. Elm Street to E. St. Croix Street. This quarry, and the one on the south hill, supplied most of the limestone for the curbs on Stillwater's streets, as well as the stone for many of its buildings. A limestone carriage step with Carli's name remains on the property. In 1893, C. H. Carli, age 37, became irritable and talkative, and began having such hallucinations and delusions (among them paranoia) that his family wanted to commit him to the insane asylum. At the urging of his doctor and family, he was taken before a jury and judged insane. His brother, Joseph R., took him to the State Hospital for the Insane at Rochester where he remained until his discharge in February of 1898. He was able to regain the guardianship of his affairs that had been given to his wife, Mattie May. Carli pursued a variety of interests, including inventions. In 1905, received a patent "For the invention of an 'Animal Blanket."' In 1918, C. H. and Mattie moved to Pequot, Minnesota. By 1920, the home was occupied by Harry and Frieda Kollander, who purchased the house and became the home's caretakers for over 40 years. Harry, a worker at the Connelly shoe factory, was the son of a German immigrant family and one of seven children, six of whom were born in Minnesota. His father was a Stillwater saw mill laborer. Harry and Frieda raised five children here, and Frieda lived in the home until her death at age 90 in 1987. Her parents lived on one adjacent lot, and other Kollander family members lived nearby, forming a small family neighborhood. Son Norman lived in the home his entire life until his death in 2007. For many years, he operated a repair shop out of the small barn/carriage house located at the rear of the property. In recent years, the home's metal roof and wooden siding have been restored, offering an excellent example for the preservation of these increasingly rare early homes. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Empson, Don. The South Half Of The Carli And Schulenburg Addition City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Residential Area, Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 2001. Print. Kollander Family Papers. Courtesy of Current Home Owners. Peterson, Brent T. Stillwater: the next Generation : Stories from Minnesota's Birthplace. Stillwater, MN: Valley History, 2004. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2103020430026 Common Property Name: Carli, Christopher Jr. House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-1087 Construction Date: 1886 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Vernacular Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information pry .... St llw tee's ei rlartdma oo Sites, PIO • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 117 Burlington St E City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Welshons House Gordon Welshons' position as secretary and treasurer of the St. Croix Lumber Company afforded him both a prominent position in the community and the ability to build this architecturally elegant home at the corner of Burlington and 2nd Street. (The home is also recorded with an address of 1202 2nd Street in census records.) Cross gables merge nicely with a round tower and curving side bay, with scalloped shingles defining various horizontal sections. While some sources reference St. Paul architect Louis Lockwood as a primary designer of the home, others suggest his influence is best seen in the 1902 remodeling that added the curved forms and distinctive porch columns to the 1887 home. Similar attention to detail was paid on the interior as well, undoubtedly supported by the millwork produced by the St. Croix Lumber Company. In November of 1885, Gordon S. Welshons married Ida Kroon in the Stillwater Odd Fellows Hall with "The bride...dressed in a cream -colored cashmere with flowing veil and orange blossoms," and the 300 guests reflecting the couple's social status in Stillwater. (St. Paul Daily Globe, November 29, 1885.) They built their distinguished house shortly thereafter and raised five children: Irene, Glendon, Gordon C., Mervyn, and Dorothy. In 1900, the household included Gordon's sister-in-law, Sarah Kroon and nephew Gordon Tolen, as well as domestic staff: in 1910, for example, Edna Mye and Louis Anderson. Daughter Dorothy was a member of the state championship basketball team from Stillwater High School in 1921. Gordon served as president of the city council in the 1890s, was a founder of the Stillwater Commercial Club, and took a lead in organizing the Stillwater Street Fair for several years. Gordon died in 1920, and the children gradually left home. The 1930 census suggests Ida had moved in with son Gordon C. and his children on Martha Street and the home was rented to Ellsworth Mandt, a machinery sales manager, with his wife, Marian, and daughters Valerie and Patricia. By 1945, however, city directories place Ida and son Mervyn once again in the home. Following Ida's death in 1952, the house served as a rest home. The house also experienced a period of vacancy in the 1960s before later being restored as a single-family home. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. US Federal Census. Various years. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3303020140042 Common Property Name: Welshons House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-130 Construction Date: 1887 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Queen Anne Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information ,.� shows., eirioon o anti .. EIA, • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 12588 Boutwell Rd City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Boutwell House The Boutwell House in Stillwater Township stands as a representation of early Stillwater's European settlement history. Local accounts and the house structure suggest that this is the second house on this property, built in 1880 by missionary William Boutwell's daughter and son-in-law, and it is where William Boutwell spent the final years of his life before his death in 1890. A family cemetery is located across the road from the home, and it is also a Stillwater Landmark site. William Thurston Boutwell and his first wife, Hester Crooks Boutwell, are familiar figures not just in Stillwater, but also in early state history. Boutwell, a Presbyterian missionary educated at Andover and Dartmouth, was a significant member of the missionary contingent in the northwest Indian nations, including the Ojibway settlements at Leech Lake. He was a member of the exploratory party which located the sources of the Mississippi and named Lake Itasca. In 1834, he married Hester Crooks, the daughter of fur trader Ramsey Crooks and an Ojibway mother. Hester was a well-educated woman who contributed to missionary efforts and was a skilled partner in wilderness life. The two spent several years at the mission station at Pokegama,. She was well-known in both the mission and, later, Stillwater communities, and one (complimentary albeit patronizing) description recounts: "[She ] deserves honorable mention as the early companion of the devoted missionary. Her father gave her a superior education at Mackinaw mission. She was a woman of tall and commanding figure, her black hair and eyes indicating her Indian origin. She was a fluent conversationalist, and careful and tidy in her personal appearance." A letter attributed to William also extolled her skills: "She has exceeded my highest expectations in culinary affairs and given me more than one specimen of real New England bread. She is not ashamed to work and is always at something. When nothing calls for the employment of her hands, she is reading, writing or translating, and thus improving herself or endeavoring to benefit others. To speak plain, she is deserving a better husband than I was ever made to become. She is all and more than I expected in her or any wife." The Boutwells had nine children, some of whom died at young ages. Their first children were born in northern Minnesota, and, reflecting perhaps the hardships of this life, a son was permanently consigned to the care of Boutwell's brother and wife during a visit to New Hampshire in 1840. Almost forty years passed before the son was reunited with his father and family. As the relationships between the Indian nations, settlers and missionaries grew more tense, the Boutwells finally relocated to the Stillwater area in 1847. Boutwell traveled throughout the St. Croix Valley, establishing churches and preaching in many locations. In 1848 he reflected on his new situation: "It is a year last June since I left the Indians and came on to the St. Croix. In looking over this rural waste, the City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information first dictate of duty seemed to be to take a point from which you can reach its two extremes. Here I have preached half of the time, and the other half twelve miles north at the Marine Company's lumbering establishment." Boutwell purchased the claim originally belonging Rutherford township pioneer William Vail, and built a house. Undated and abbreviated notes from an interview with Boutwell, conducted by J. F. William (and housed at the Minnesota Historical Society) shed a bit of light on how an itinerant missionary minister could manage such an investment: "June 47 came to St. Croix Stillwater Tp Rutherford set. Made a claim- built this house, and began life as a farmer. My wife s moth was a half breed wife of Ramsey Crooks.... we came here I hadnt a cent all half brd recd annuities- their funds.... - with that money I bot lumber + built this house. I [acquired] Land 160 acres my 2 oldest boys helped me some about farm life my father furnished money to pay for it..." Boutwell's farming endeavors were hampered by an injury he received in 1850 when traveling by horseback to a church service. J. F. William noted: "ride in spring. Horseback travel- came to one where ice had... Honeycomb. Jilted on horn of saddle, - ruptured rode 6 miles preached Sunday got on horse again. ...pain...Went to a Dr- "you are ruptured" sed I [had] 2 get a Truss. Could not lift anything had much trouble for years- rupture got worse- nearly died once or twice could not work on my farm much..." Whatever financial support Boutwell initially received was apparently a fine start in settlement life, and by 1870, Boutwell's personal property and real estate holdings were significant. The 1870 census lists the following assets: Acres of land: Improved 100 Woods: 40 Other: 160 Cash value of farm: $9720 Of equipment: $400 Total amt of wage paid during the year: $300 Horses: 5 Milch cows: 2 Other Cattle: 7 Working oxen: 0 No sheep Swine: 3 Value of all livestock: $1070 Regular wheat: 300 Winter: 0 Corn: 200 Barley: 400 Also on the Boutwell land was the Boutwell Cemetery, now a Washington County park . The first to be interred on the site near the home was infant Basie Ernst, in 1851. Hester died at the age of 36 in 1853 and was buried next to her son. William Boutwell married Mary Ann Bergin in 1854, and Mary Ann was buried in the cemetery as well upon her death in 1868. A second son, Cornelius Lyman, age 29, was buried in 1882. As time passed, much of the farm work was done under the supervision of Edward Jones, husband of daughter Kate Boutwell. The Jones purchased the farm in 1876 and local history accounts report that they constructed a new house in 1880, where William lived until 1890 under Kate's care. On October 13, 1890, the St. Paul Daily Globe reported: "The funeral of Rev. William T. Boutwell will be held at 2 o'clock today from the residence in Stillwater town[ship], and the remains will be interred in the little plot opposite the house, beside the graves of deceased's two wives... Old settlers of the valley, including W. H. C. Folsom, of Taylor's Falls, will be chosen as pall -bearers, and, besides the officiating ministers, Revs. Neil, Whitney and Hall, several other clergymen will be in attendance." Edward and Kate continued to operate the farm. After Kate's death in 1909, her son, Sterling, and wife Anna farmed until they sold the property to the John and Ottilla Everman family, with son Leonard Everman and wife subsequently occupying the homestead until 1947. (As an interesting side note, John Everman was born in Peru in 1858; his family was likely one of the early German immigrants responding to initiatives organized by the Peruvian government to encourage colonization of the central jungle, beginning in the early 1850s. The hardships of this endeavor meant many families soon emigrated elsewhere.) City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Source(s): Empson, Don, Brent Peterson, and Joyce Welander. The Rutherford Neighborhood Statement of Significance. MS. Elizabeth, Erickson B. "The Boutwell Cemetery." Minnesota Genealogist 1.2 (1970). Print. Folsom, William H. C. "Fifty Years in the Northwest." The Online Books Page. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://onlinebooks.library.upenn.edu/webbin/book/lookupid?key=olbp17210>. Hubbard, Lucius F., William Pitt Murray, James H. Baker, Warren Upham, R. 1. Holcombe, and Frank R. Holmes. Minnesota in Three Centuries, 1655-1908. [New York]: Pub. Society of Minnesota, 1908. Print. Lynch, Claire. Reverend William Thurston Boutwell (1803-1890). Minnesota?: S.n., 1983. Print. Neill, Edward D. "William Thurston Boutwell." Macalester College Contributions 1-3 3 (1889). Print. Newman, Mildred Abbetmeyer. The Rutherford Neighborhood. 1845-1969. Stillwater: Croixside, 1969. Print. Peterson, Brent. "William Boutwell and the Reunion." St. Croix Valley Press [Stillwater] 19 Aug. 2010. Press Publications. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.presspubs.com/articies /2010/08/19/st croix valley_press/news/doc4c6d65a6df2d5217669011.txt>. William T. Boutwell Papers, 1832-1881. Manuscript Collection. Box P2528, Minnesota Historical Society, St. Paul. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 1903020430029 Common Property Name: Boutwell House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: _ Construction Date: 1880 ................... .... Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Vernacular Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©2011 Google - City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties ...................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information Na nal • dal 1306 3rd Ave S City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Albert & Helen Lammers House This Queen Anne home is on the National Register of Historic Places, noted for its turrets, detailed woodworking on the gables, elaborate entry portico, carved sleeping porch, and unusual roofline ornamentation, which includes a roof cresting drawn from Norse dragon lodges. The elaborate woodwork reflects well the occupation of the owner, a lumberman, as well as the skill of the Norwegian craftsmen who are reported to have executed the fine and exuberant details. Termed both a "carpenter's frenzy" and an example of the "Nonsuch" style, the 1893 home remains a well-preserved and distinctive Stillwater landmark today. Restoration has included the 1991 reconstruction of the corner turret, which reportedly blew off during a storm in the late 1950s. Albert Lammers was a prominent logging contractor, born in Minnesota. While the 1880 census lists him as working on the river with no specific address, in 1882 he married Emma C. Kroon and spent the next decades in business with his brother, George. By 1900 they were well settled in at their elaborate home, with children Walter, Lenore, Roger and Wyman, and assisted by servant Minnie Magnusen and coachman Earl Hitchcock. Emma's activities in the home were like those of many other lumber wives of the era, including card parties and Presbyterian church suppers, and she was also able to travel abroad with her children. The home was also the site of two Lammers brothers' funerals: Ben (1897) and Elmer (1899), whose funeral was "largely attended and the floral offerings were beautiful." At the same time, Lammers' massive lumbering empire experienced the pangs of a depleted industry, and Lammers spent not only large amounts of the logging season in his camps around Minnesota, but continued to diversify into mining and began seeking new sources of wood with other lumbering magnates. News accounts note his lengthy travels for land deals in South Carolina and Florida, and, by 1906 (with William O'Brien and several others) for the establishment of a lumbering company in the Bahama Islands. Emma died in 1910, leaving Lenore in charge of the household, with Roger also living in the home. Albert died in British Columbia in 1920, where he had been pursuing his lumbering interests. The home had been rented to John Ferguson (an engineer), his sister Grizella, and her young daughter, Clara. By the mid 1920s, Fred Stoebe, secretary of Twin Cities Forge, and his wife, Alice, owned the home. They lived here until Fred's death in 1956, with renters sharing the home beginning in the 1950s. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Marquis, Albert Nelson. The Book of Minnesotans; a Biographical Dictionary of Leading Living Men of the State of Minnesota. Chicago: A.N. Marquis &, 1907. Print. Johnston, Patricia Condon., and John Runk. Stillwater: City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Minnesota's Birthplace in Photographs by John Runk. Afton, MN: Johnston Pub., 1982. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3303020140106 Common Property Name: Lammers, Albert & Helen, House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: _ Construction Date: 1893 Builde r: Architect: Architectural Style: Queen Anne NRHP: National Register of Historic Places - Individually Listed Property - 4/20/1982 Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 6/5/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information eoo arldritar • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information 13325 Boutwell Rd N City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Click on photo to enlarge Click on photo 10 enlarge Click on photo to enlarge Click on photo to enlarge Boutwell Family Cemetery Boutwel I Cemetery is located across the road from the Rev. William Boutwell's second house on his homestead in Stillwater Township. The cemetery is owned by the Washington County Historical Society and is surrounded by Boutwell's former farm fields, now a Stillwater park. The private and rather isolated site reflects the Boutwell family's challenges in early Stillwater settlement history. William Thurston Boutwell and his first wife, Hester Crooks Boutwell, are familiar figures not just in Stillwater, but also in early state history. Boutwell, a Presbyterian missionary educated at Andover and Dartmouth, was a significant member of the missionary City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information contingent in the northwest Indian nations, including the Ojibway settlements at Leech Lake. He was a member of the exploratory party which located the sources of the Mississippi and named Lake Itasca. In 1834, he married Hester Crooks, the daughter of fur trader Ramsey Crooks and an Ojibway mother. Hester was a well-educated woman who contributed to missionary efforts and was a skilled partner in wilderness life. The two spent several years at the mission station at Pokegama,. She was well-known in both the mission and, later, Stillwater communities, and one (complimentary albeit patronizing) description recounts: "[She ] deserves honorable mention as the early companion of the devoted missionary. Her father gave her a superior education at Mackinaw mission. She was a woman of tall and commanding figure, her black hair and eyes indicating her Indian origin. She was a fluent conversationalist, and careful and tidy in her personal appearance." A letter attributed to William also extolled her skills: "She has exceeded my highest expectations in culinary affairs and given me more than one specimen of real New England bread. She is not ashamed to work and is always at something. When nothing calls for the employment of her hands, she is reading, writing or translating, and thus improving herself or endeavoring to benefit others. To speak plain, she is deserving a better husband than I was ever made to become. She is all and more than I expected in her or any wife." The Boutwells had nine children, some of whom died at young ages. Their first children were born in northern Minnesota, and, reflecting perhaps the hardships of this life, a son was permanently consigned to the care of Boutwell's brother and wife during a visit to New Hampshire in 1840. Almost forty years passed before the son was reunited with his father and family. As the relationships between the Indian nations, settlers and missionaries grew more tense, the Boutwells finally relocated to the Stillwater area in 1847. Boutwell traveled throughout the St. Croix Valley, establishing churches and preaching in many locations. In 1848 he reflected on his new situation: "It is a year last June since I left the Indians and came on to the St. Croix. In looking over this rural waste, the first dictate of duty seemed to be to take a point from which you can reach its two extremes. Here I have preached half of the time, and the other half twelve miles north at the Marine Company's lumbering establishment." Boutwell purchased the claim originally belonging Rutherford township pioneer William Vail, and built a house. Undated and abbreviated notes from an interview with Boutwell, conducted by J. F. William (and housed at the Minnesota Historical Society) shed a bit of light on how an itinerant missionary minister could manage such an investment: "June 47 came to St. Croix Stillwater Tp Rutherford set. Made a claim- built this house, and began life as a farmer. My wife's moth was a half breed wife of Ramsey Crooks.... we came here I hadnt a cent all half brd recd annuities- their funds.... - with that money I bot lumber + built this house. I [acquired] Land 160 acres my 2 oldest boys helped me some about farm life my father furnished money to pay for it..." Boutwell's farming endeavors were hampered by an injury he received in 1850 when traveling by horseback to a church service. J. F. William noted: "ride in spring. Horseback travel- came to one where ice had... Honeycomb. Jilted on horn of saddle, - ruptured rode 6 miles preached Sunday got on horse again. ...pain...Went to a Dr- "you are ruptured" sed I [had] 2 get a Truss. Could not lift anything had much trouble for years- rupture got worse- nearly died once or twice could not work on my farm much..." Whatever financial support Boutwell initially received was apparently a fine start in settlement life, and by 1870, Boutwell's personal property and real estate holdings were significant. The 1870 census lists the following assets: Acres of land: Improved 100 Woods: 40 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Other: 160 Cash value of farm: $9720 Of equipment: $400 Total amt of wage paid during the year: $300 Horses: 5 Milch cows: 2 Other Cattle: 7 Working oxen: 0 Sheep:0 Swine: 3 Value of all livestock: $1070 Regular wheat: 300 Winter: 0 Corn: 200 Barley: 400 Also on the Boutwell land was the Boutwell Cemetery, now a Stillwater park . The first to be interred on the site near the home was infant Basie Ernst, in 1851. Hester died at the age of 36 in 1853 and was buried next to her son. William Boutwell married Mary Ann Bergin in 1854, and Mary Ann was buried in the cemetery as well upon her death in 1868. A second son, Cornelius Lyman, age 29, was buried in 1882. As time passed, much of the farm work was done under the supervision of Edward Jones, husband of daughter Kate Boutwell. The Jones purchased the farm in 1876 and local history accounts report that they constructed a new house in 1880, where William lived until 1890 under Kate's care. On October 13, 1890, the St. Paul Daily Globe reported: "The funeral of Rev. William T. Boutwell will be held at 2 o'clock today from the residence in Stillwater town[ship], and the remains will be interred in the little plot opposite the house, beside the graves of deceased's two wives... Old settlers of the valley, including W. H. C. Folsom, of Taylor's Falls, will be chosen as pall -bearers, and, besides the officiating ministers, Revs. Neil, Whitney and Hall, several other clergymen will be in attendance." Edward and Kate continued to operate the farm. After Kate's death in 1909, her son, Sterling, and wife Anna farmed until they sold the property to the John and Ottilla Everman family, with son Leonard Everman and wife subsequently occupying the homestead until 1947. (As an interesting side note, John Everman was born in Peru in 1858; his family was likely one of the early German immigrants responding to initiatives organized by the Peruvian government to encourage colonization of the central jungle, beginning in the early 1850s. The hardships of this endeavor meant many families soon emigrated elsewhere.) Source(s): Erickson, Elizabeth B. "The Boutwell Cemetery." Minnesota Genealogist 1.2 (1970). Print. Folsom, William H. C. "Fifty Years in the Northwest." The Online Books Page. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://onlinebooks.library.upenn.edu/webbin /book/lookupid?key=olbp17210>. Hubbard, Lucius F., William Pitt Murray, James H. Baker, Warren Upham, R. I. Holcombe, and Frank R. Holmes. Minnesota in Three Centuries, 1655-1908. [New York]: Pub. Society of Minnesota, 1908. Print. Lynch, Claire. Reverend William Thurston Boutwell (1803-1890). Minnesota?: S.n., 1983. Print. Neill, Edward D. "William Thurston Boutwell." Macalester College Contributions 1-3 3 (1889). Print. US Federal Census. Various years. William T. Boutwell Papers, 1832-1881. Manuscript Collection. Box P2528, Minnesota Historical Society, St. Paul. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3003020120001 Common Property Name: Boutwell Family Cemetery State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-1488 Construction Date: 1851 ......................... Builder: City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Architect: Architectural Style: _ Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©2011 ogle'- City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties ....................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 204 3rd St N City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Water Department Building The Stillwater Water Department building represents the gradual development of municipal infrastructure in Stillwater as the town grew from an early settlement to an established city. The one and a half story building, constructed in 1891, offers a relatively unusual mixture of architectural styles. Classical Revival touches are found in the broad arched entranceway and windows and a porthole light in the upper gable. The midroof cupola provides an almost whimsical reference to the utilitarian, almost agricultural influences found on what was, at the time of construction, the relative edge of town. The folded roofline over the gable end also gives the building a cottage -like appearance. A shed -roofed extension to the north maintains the window forms, and the building rises to a full two stories with a hipped roof in the rear. It was not uncommon to find distinguished or unusual architecture for buildings related to water functions in cities, especially as developments in water supply represented progress in city development. In Stillwater's case, the Water Department building is located on a site associated with the development of local water systems as early as 1880, when local leaders and investors from St. Louis incorporated the Stillwater Water Company, receiving a thirty-year contract to provide service to the city. This model, with city services provided by private concerns, was typical for the era. The purpose of the business was comprehensive, as stated in the company's articles of incorporation: "The nature of its business shall be the construction, maintenance and operation of water works to supply the City of Stillwater and its inhabitants and others with water for fire or domestic uses, and also for waterpower purposes. The business to include the laying of mains and pipes, building reservoirs and tanks, placing and using pumps, plumbing and all business pertaining in any way to the supplying the city of Stillwater and its inhabitants with water for fire purposes, domestic or other general uses." The size of this undertaking was suggested by the newspaper add that followed on the heels of the company's incorporation, in which 100 men were sought for street work for the company for $1.50 a day. (St. Paul Daily Globe, July 8, 1880). The Water Company's system was developed under the direction of the company's soon -to -be superintendent, H. H. Harrison, who was involved in a large number of such constructions across the country. Harrison came to Stillwater in 1880 following the development of the waterworks system in Hannibal, MO., as an engineer with Fruin (also Fruin-Bambrick) and Company, whose members were investors in the Stillwater concern. According to the 1888 Manual of American Waterworks, the construction engineer of the original systems also City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information included W.H. Sears. Harrison went on to a long and profitable career in waterworks and pumping station development, designing systems in at least ten Minnesota cities and several more throughout the Midwest. These included the Cloquet pumping station and the 1890 Owatonna Water Works pumping station, a cottage -style building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site of the original Water Company office and small initial pumphouse was determined in part by one of the city's major sources of the water. McKusick's spring flowed from the bluff west of Fourth Street between Myrtle and Mulberry. Additionally, early maps indicate a waterway named McKusick's creek (likely fed by these springs as well as the lake) also flowed down the bluff eastward toward town and just to the south of the initial waterworks office building on this site, terminating at a small pumphouse on the eastern front of the lot. Water from the lake flowed by gravity to the lower parts of town, with the pumping systems used to supply spring water to homes on the hill. By 1891, plans were underway for a larger pumping station, with the foundation shown on the Sanborn map from that year. The station was constructed with a pipe shop in the northern third of the building, coal and wood stored in the rear section of the building with office space above in the second story, an office in the front, southeast corner, and two Smedley compound steam pumps with a 1,000,000 gallon per day pumping capacity centered in the building. However, as the use of and demand for water increased, the source of the water soon became the focus on a major and long-term controversy, resulting in years of lawsuits even as the Water Company continued to develop the city's water infrastructure. Pipes which led from the springs to the pumphouse (a block apart) crossed land owned by H. C. Farmer, who owned a livery on an adjacent lot, and Horace Voligny, proprietor of the Keystone House. These men objected both to the presence of the pipes, and, even when these were moved, to the use of the water itself. A pitched battle ensued, as Farmer in particular attempted to plug the water company pipes and to steer all of the springs water away from the city collection pipes and cisterns directly into the sewer system. As lawsuits continued, the water of McKusick's lake, considered as an alterative source above the springs, was evaluated and found unsuitable on several occasions through the years due to "vegetable matter" and other contamination. A great public outcry ensued in 1901 when water from the lake was "tested" in the pipes and allowed to continue through the entire city system, a situation which also bolstered the Water Company's claim that access to the springs was essential for the city. In 1902 and 1903, Farmer made various attempts to excavate on his property in order to divert water from the springs away from the city supply, with some speculation that he was attempting to blackmail the water company into some form of compensation. The exact end of the controversy is currently unclear, and may have been rendered moot by the drilling of a 600' well along the bluff. While some information suggests that this occurred after exploratory drilling for gas occurred on the same site in 1888, the artisan well first appears on Sanborn maps after 1910. The incorporation of the well into the city system may have corresponded to the city's purchase of the waterworks in 1911, whereby news accounts hinted that the private company's profits had been less than desired. In 1917, the pumps at the Third Street station were electrified. By 1925, water from McKusick Lake was no longer allowed to be used in the city system due extremely unhealthy conditions, and a series of new wells were dug throughout the city at the rate of about one or two per decade to accommodate increasing demand. In 1999, an eleventh well was drilled and a reservoir constructed in the western part of the city, which now supplies over half of the city water. The Third Street Pumping Station continues to supply the city with water from the artisan well along the bluff. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020420072 Common Property Name: Water Department Building State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Nurnber: Construction Date: 1891 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: _ Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties .................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 208 Chestnut St W City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Click on photo to enlarge Henry M. Nichols House The Nichols house is distinguished in Stillwater both by its well -kept and virtually unchanged exterior, and the dramatic and ultimately tragic history of its first occupants, the Henry M. Nichols family. Nichols' diaries and letters, found at the Minnesota Historical, offer unique and detailed insight into the family's life. Henry M. Nichols served the First Presbyterian church in Stillwater from 1853 to 1859. Before his arrival in Stillwater, he studied briefly at Oberlin, and after unsatisfactory experiences as a Methodist minister in the East he agreed to migrate to Minnesota with his wife, Nancy, as president of the Northampton colony, a group of Connecticut Valley settlers. In May, 1853, Nichols signed a lease for 20 acres of land and a house in St. Anthony and began farming, to little avail. Crops failed and cows ate the corn. By October, having received an offer from William Holcombe to serve a congregation in Stillwater, Nichols sold his oxen at a loss and "set up housekeeping" in Stillwater with his wife, Nancy, and son, Henry. Here he felt he would better be able to concentrate on ministry, without the distractions of farming. Church funds were raised through member "subscriptions" and donations, leaving the family quite dependent on the largess and participation of the congregation they served. While the Nichols' letters reflect constant worry over money and household support, the initial welcome in Stillwater was warm. Nancy wrote to her parents about people who left food and sawed wood at their door, among other things: "Well we are settled in Stillwater for the year comfortably, pleasantly and happily...Another sent in pies and bread for several days butter sugar, white and brown- coffee candles and large salmon and mackerel and another three bushels of potatoes and of onions, another left at our door a barrel of flour..." This outpouring of support reflected the community's strong desire to have a minister in their midst, and those with Nichols' education, conviction and dramatic public speaking abilities were not common on the "frontier." And Stillwater Presbyterians were not the only congregants desiring spiritual comfort. Other communities vied for Nichols' time and attention. Offers accrued, none exactly right, but by 1857, Nichols was involved in serious discussions with representatives from Taylor's Falls, noting in his diary that not only did his wife wish to be "anywhere but" Stillwater, but also that he had been offered $100 in salary, $200 towards rent, and the gift of two building lots and moving expenses if he would relocate to "the Falls." By February, 1857, Nichols had decided that moving would be best for his family. "My moving could have been prevented two or three months ago, but it is too late now. Had I succeeded in getting a house of my own or had City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information I rec'd offers of assistance in building I should not have thought of leaving." Word clearly spread in Stillwater, however, and counteroffers were made in short order. In a letter dated February 17, 1857, influential church members made their case: "Dear Sir, the Undersigned having learned that you are entertaining a proposition to remove from this place... have taken the liberty in this manner to ask of you the reason... in order that is there is anything which can be done by us or by this community which has been left undone that we may so far as shall it be in our power apply the remedy..." The "undersigned" included E.F. Folsom, A. J. VanVorhes, Noah McKusick, Oliver Parsons and Isaac Staples. Nichols was amenable to negotiation, making notes in his diary: Feb 20 "Delano, McKusick & McCombs met me on the street & I had a long talk with them. They will oppose my leaving, offer me anything that I want, if only I will stay, will make my salary 1500 dollars & build me a house, or any thing, if I will only stay,. But it is too late now, my word is given to the Falls people..." Feb 24 "Mr. Delano called in ... the people want to feel that they have control of their church property, especially if they build a new house. All right. He showed me that there were 2200 dols already subscribed as a present to me to build me a house if I remained." Wed March 4 "Walked around town a little with Bro. Cleveland, showed him my lots..." From there, things proceeded apace. Although some local accounts suggest that Nichols was only a tenant in the house and that it ultimately belonged to the church, it is clear from the archived personal records that he regarded it as his property, and that it was received in a murky area in which it could be construed simultaneously as a gift, a payment, or a bribe. Nichols had ambitions for his home, and found interesting examples far and wide. March 23 "Went with Spaulding and Delano to compare a plan of a house with my lot. Decided definitely & the bill of lumber is to be made out immediately. " At the end of March, he "Went with Mr. Delano to see the house of Mr Tarbox [a Stillwater lumberman] to take some pattern from it for the Parsonage." And while the house was well under construction by May, he also found possible inspiration in Cleveland while returning from a General Assembly meeting in New York: "Rode out this afternoon with Mr Firtch to Prof. Kirklands beautiful grounds, green house, cabinet, library &c was very much interested." While in Stillwater, Henry took almost daily pleasure in working on the grounds around the house, with numerous diary entries similar to these entries from June, 1857: June 8 "Went to work earnestly in my garden" June 9 "Had a man spading my garden I worked with him most of the time" June 10 "Worked in garden some but it rained half the time." June 11 "Completed garden work for this week & now 1 must to my study" June 19 "Worked on my lot in the forenoon cutting brush. Afternoon had some cedar posts drawn on to my lot." July 14 "Shot a real gopher in my garden, the first one I have seen fully." By July, Nichols was in the midst of the tribulations common to those who build houses: July 9 "Have been obliged nearly all day to be at my house to direct in the setting of partitions & division of rooms." July 15 "Work on the house is not progressing so fast this week. I do not see that we can possibly move till late in August." July 21 "Had some boards & ashes drawn up to my new house." July 22 "Beginning to clear up around my new house built a temporary wood shed & began to stock it with loose ends." July 27 "Purchased a carpet." July 28 "Made three tables, or toilet stands. Spent the day at the new House." And, finally, on August 27: "For two or three days past have been busy moving and to night sleep in the new house on the floor." He wrote to his father descriptively about his new home and its financing: "We moved into our new house the 1st of Sept. it is all City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information finished throughout, I painted within & without, There are 7 rooms & a pantry on the lower floor, 4 good sleeping chambers & a large unfinished back chamber, & a large attic in the third story, a good cellar frost tight, running water in the wash-rom & cupboards & closets & shelves here & these, such as the women like. The house cost about $2700, above the cellar, 2100 of this has bee paid by the people, leaving about 600 which I assume. My cellar cost me about 130, my water arrangement 25 & I have put on blinds at 125 & some other little et ceteras around, making the whole cost of the house about $3000. My lots cost me originally $450 add for interest taxes & improvements another 100 & my place has cost me 3550. As times were in the fall before the panic came on it would have sold for $5000, now probably for not more than $4000. Had it not been for the hard times coming on the people would have paid the whole 2700, but I can very well I think afford the balance myself." Nancy Nichols was busy in her own way after moving into the house, first hosting a ladies sewing circle in October, and in November giving birth to second son William Nichols. The small family was able to celebrate a fine Thanksgiving: Nov 26 "Thanksgiving in New England & most of the states today. Celebrated in memory of home by having baked chicken, & wife went out into the dining room, where we ate for the first time. " While the house seemed to be Henry's pride and joy, his diaries over the next period reflect murmurs of discontent in the community, and Nichols' furthur tenure in Stillwater was fraught with tensions. These resulted from, among other things, Presbyterian factions, rival church building, and Nichol's abolitionist and "radical" positions. In addition, Henry wrestled regularly with the home's water system, which required pumps and pipes to get the water up the bluff, and tinkered with various chimney configurations. His health began to waver, noting, for example, in 1858: Feb 11 "Took some electric shocks in evening at Major Van's." March 11 "Have felt almost crazy to day Head confused, cannot control my thoughts Have too much upon my mind." October 26. "Feel very poorly. Took a blue pill, at advice of Dr. Harlow. The first I ever took." In 1859, Nichols' new baby girl died a few months after her April birth. By the fall of 1859, the First Presbyterian congregation could not meet mortgage payments on their church, built at the same time as Nichols' house (and down a long flight of stairs leading from the house), nor, it seems, could they maintain Nichols' stipend. Nichols agreed to an offer from the Plymouth Congregational church in Minneapolis. His house remained important to him, however, and he attempted to negotiate a commuter option. The new congregation insisted on his regular presence in Minneapolis and in April, 1860, Nancy wrote to her family: "You now see by this letter that we are in Minneapolis, we expect to remain & tomorrow start for Stillwater to pack our things and move them over here.... I shall do my own work and the house that we have rented needs cleaning ... we have rented out house for one hundred and fifty for the year & rent one here for ourselves for fifty. It is small but convenient, don't look much like our own but we are going to economy this year so we can pay three hundred on our house." While the Nichols had hopes of a new and settled life, it was not to be. In April, the Plymouth Church burned to the ground; some claimed it was in response to Henry Nichols's ardent temperance crusade. In July, Henry, Nancy, and Henry Jr., age 13, drowned in a catastrophic swimming accident in Lake Calhoun, along with brother --in-law Arba Cleveland and his young children. A lengthy and dramatic report was filed in the St. Paul Pioneer Press. "It seems that Mr. Nichols and his family, together with his brother-in-law, Mr. Cleveland and wife and two children went out on a City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information pleasure ride to the lake on Thursday about noon. After they had been at the lake a short time, the children, Henry, son of Mr. Nichols, aged 13, and Emmorette, aged 13, and Ella, aged 11, daughters of Mr. Cleveland, received permission to go in bathing, and, after putting on their bathing dresses, they selected a spot where the water seemed shallow, and went in. The children, supposing that the water grew deeper gradually, ventured out some eighteen or twenty feet where the water was about two feet and a half in depth, when suddenly, the youngest girl, who was a little in advance, stepped off from the bank into water nearly twenty feet in depth. The boy, who was an excellent swimmer, immediately sprang after to rescue her, and succeeded in getting her back to the place where the bank broke off so suddenly, but, meeting with some difficulty in getting her up, the other sister extended her hand witch the boy grasped, when the youngest sank and dragged them all into deep water together. The little hero, almost exhausted, still struggled to save them, however, and fairly succeeded in keeping them both up, until Mr. Cleveland and his father and mother, hand in hand, had got to the edge of the bank, and were almost within reach. Unfortunately, however, Mr. Cleveland, who was a large heavy man and no swimmer, reached too far out, and in so doing, lost his balance. And in another instant the whole six were struggling in the water together. Mr. Nichols was a powerful swimmer, but with four or five helpless persons clinging to him, he was, of course, perfectly helpless. In the meantime, Mrs. Cleveland was running frantically to and fro upon the shore wringing her hands and screaming at the top of her voice but before anyone could get to the spot (the nearest house was half a mile away,) they had all risen and sank the third and last time, Mrs. Nichols, as she went down the last time, bidding her sister good-bye, and to take care of little Willie, a little two year old and the only remaining member of the Nichols family. The two Hamilton brothers, upon hearing the screams of Mrs. Cleveland, immediately hastened as fast as possible to the lake, and, although completely out of breath, one of them immediately plunged in, but, very singularly, met Mrs. Nichols' shawl as it was rising to the surface, and got so tangled in it as to come very near drowning himself. His brother, after almost superhuman exertions, finally succeeded in getting him out, however, but in a senseless condition..." An account written by Henry Nichols' grandson in 1937 concludes: "A few hours later hundreds of citizens of Minneapolis were at the scene, and six bodies were presently recovered from the lake. The next afternoon at sundown six coffins were placed in a row on the lawn of the Nichols home [in Minneapolis], while over a thousand persons gathered in the neighborhood for the funeral." Following this stunning turn of events, Willie returned east with his aunt, Clarissa (Burr Sikes) Cleaveland as the two remaining family members. City directories place various ministers in the house through the rest of the century. By early 1906, the home was sold, apparently as part of the family estate to support Willie and his aunt, to Gustave Erickson, a furniture dealer and (ironically, perhaps) an undertaker who had been living in the house as early as 1900, according to census records. The Erickson family was associated with the house until the 1970s. After Gustave's death in 1921 and wife Carolina's in 1930, city directories indicate that the home was vacant until 1937, when son Richard Erickson and his family relocated from another home in Stillwater. Blueprints found in the home suggest a major interior renovation was conducted before this younger family moved in. The Erickson remained until 1972. Very few exterior alterations were made, however, and appear to have been restricted mainly to the removal of a shed or carriage house outbuilding once connected to the rear of the house. Window replacement has been very limited, and some still windows show the waving and sagging characteristic of very old glass. The house itself, with scrolled vergeboards and steep rooflines, is noteworthy for its Gothic Revival style, a suitable reference to its religious context and to the domestic country cottages promoted by Andrew Jackson Downing during the era of its original construction. Architectural historian Roger Kennedy noted of the house: "It is of white pine, its design City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information taken from a pattern book. There is a small comer porch with slender, square pillars, a prominent chimney, tall windows, and 'carpenter's lace' along the eaves." Since 1972, the home has been owned and painstakingly cared for by George and Kathy Schmitt. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Henry M. Nichols and Family Papers, 1843-1862. 1980s. Manuscript Collection. Box P1347, Minnesota Historical Society, St. Paul. Kennedy, Roger G. "Houses of the St. Croix Valley." Minnesota History Magazine 38.8 (1963): 337-52. Minnesota Historical Society. Minnesota Historical Society. Web. <http://collections.mnhs.org /MNHistoryMagazine/articles/38/v38i08p337-352.pdf5. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Nichols, Charles W. "Henry M. Nichols and Frontier Minnesota." Minnesota History Magazine 19.3 (1938): 247-70. Nichols, Charles W. "Henry Martyn Nichols and the Northampton Colony." Minnesota History 19.2 (1938): 129-47. Minnesota Historical Society. Minnesota Historical Society. Web. <http://collections.mnhs.org /MNHistoryMagazine/articles/19/v19i02p129-147.pdf>. Nichols, Charles W. "The Northampton Colony and Chanhassen." Minnesota History 20.2 (1939): 140-45. Minnesota Historical Society. Minnesota Historical Society. Web. <http://collections.mnhs.org /MNHistoryMagazine/articles/20/v20i02p140-145.pdf>. Minnesota Historical Society. Minnesota Historical Society. Web. <http://collections.mnhs.org/mnhistorymagazine/articles/19/v19iO3p247-270.pdf>. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020420082 Common Property Name: Nichols, Henry M. House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-S WC-141 Construction Date: 1854 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Gothic Revival Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data 9g 1'1 Google City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information so ¢ttrr + r!oom Landma Sao.progr. ii • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation ........................................................... • Search Property Information 220 4th St 5 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Washington County Historical Society Click on photo to enlarge The First Proctor House John and Caroline Proctor are associated with two distinguished homes in Stillwater. The first, this 1850s Greek Revival, perches above the city, one of the very earliest remaining homes in Stillwater. Set back from the street and well above street level, with the outer edges of the lot screened by foliage, the home appears quite secluded today, but would have been a distinctive and highly visible building at the time of construction. The lovely front entrance with its straight staircase, double columns and elegant tympanum has been preserved well and is a distinguishing feature. Numerous additions at the rear of the home likely more than doubled the original size of the house; some were completed by 1888 and others are more recent. John Proctor arrived in Stillwater in 1849 from Missouri. From 1852 to 1856, he owned a general merchandise business of Short, Proctor and Company, offering lynx muffs, buffalo overshoes and fresh butter to those profiting from Stillwater's boom. He then opened a hardware store with his brother under the name Proctor Brothers, which closed in 1860. At that time, he was appointed as warden of the Minnesota State Prison, a position which he held until 1868. Under Proctor, conditions for prisoners were improved, both for the prisoners and for those charged with supervising them. He instituted plans in which prisoners received a reduction in time served for good behavior, and also began utilizing a black and white, horizontal striped prisoner uniform that made escapees easier to identify. Proctor served two terms as register of deeds and postmaster, and three terms as mayor, from 1877 to 1880. He also went into business with the St. Croix Boom Company, a major, and lucrative, endeavor, until 1880, and in 1881 was appointed by Governor Pillsbury as the surveyor general of logs and lumber of the first district. As the brother of Elizabeth Churchill (wife of Levi Churchill), Proctor for some time also managed the Churchill interests for the firm of Churchill and Nelson, major landholders on the South Hill. The 1875 state census lists John, Caroline and son Levi, as well as 18 year old niece Maggie Morse and 20 year old Johanna Settecham as household members. The 1882-1883 directory places Henry L. Pevey, a steamboat captain, in this house as the new resident at 218 (today 220) South 4th Street, with the Proctors relocating to their new home at 522 South 6th Street (also a Landmark home). While the home changed owners regularly through the years, by the mid 1940s it was occupied by Russell Gilbert and his family, who remained in the home for over twenty years. During this period, Gilbert owned the (now razed) Union Depot in Stillwater, where he fabricated radio and television parts. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Dunn, James Taylor. "The Minnesota State Prison during the Stillwater Era, 1853-1914." Minnesota History Magazine 37.4 (1960): 137-55. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. "Lost Stillwater." Washington County Historical Society. 2009. Web. <http://www.wchsmn.org/content/2009/10/Submission-LostStillwaterOct09.pdf> Roberts, Norene. South Hill Stillwater Residential Area Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1996. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020420119 Common Property Name: Proctor House, South 4th State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA _SWC-065. Construction Date: 1850 ......................... Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Greek Revival Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data.©2011 Googler City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties ........................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information IU 223 Pine St W of City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Pre 2010 Remodel Click on photo to enlarge Post 2010 Remodel John Whiteside House John Whiteside first came to Stillwater in the 1850s, but didn't stay. Instead, records suggest that he temporarily relocated to Kansas, where the 1871 John Whiteside residence can be found in the Pickney Historic District in Lawrence, Kansas. He returned to Stillwater, however, bringing with him his skill as a plasterer specializing in decorative ceilings. He had frequent work in St. Paul business blocks, and was once of several who bid on plasterwork at the new state capitol in 1878. A local newspaper called him a "well-known and most excellent workman." While many Gothic cottages were executed in wood as part of the countrified look with which they were associated, the use of brick in this home suggests the more urban environment that Stillwater was becoming, although it restricted the amount of ornament that was otherwise common, with the gently scalloped vergeboards the best example of such elements. The layout and siting of the house suggests an awareness of its placement on a street corner. At the time of the Whiteside house construction, the state census records indicate that John was married to Elizabeth, with daughters Ida, Georgia and Jennie. The Whitesides lived in the house into the 19I0s, along with daughter Jennie and husband Gustave Halmrast. Gustave and his bother Andrew, formed the Halmrast Bros. photography studio, offering "Photographers, Crayon and Pencil Work and Enlarging." Elizabeth Whiteside died in 1914. Gustave died in 1924, and Jennie remained in the home through the 1940s, taking on a series of married couples as boarders. Following Jennie Halmrast's death in 1949, Oscar and Elsie Lemme took ownership of the home for the next two decades. After a period of vacancy in the mid-1970s, retirees Leo and Stella Casanova, who had lived just down the street at 215 Pine, purchased the house, occupying it into the 1990s. The home has recently been restored with great sensitivity to its original appearance. As one of only four Gothic Revival cottages in Stillwater, its refined appearance and excellent condition makes it an exemplary Landmark home. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. US Federal Census. Various years. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430061 Common Property Name: Whiteside House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-165. Construction Date: 1880 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Gothic Revival Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©2011 Googie'-` City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information eir oni Lanai to Lr r n • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Infonnation 224 3rd St N City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Carnegie Public Library Stillwater's Carnegie Library represents well both the historical role and the ongoing development of community libraries. Stillwater citizens established a library in 1897, reflecting community commitment to an educated citizenry. At the same time, industrialist Andrew Carnegie began distributing a vast series of charitable grants intended to improve the well-being of communities. Initially donating, among many other concerns, large sums for community centers that included libraries and recreational facilities, by 1896 Carnegie focused these types of community grants on dedicated library buildings. Carnegie grants required an application process, and came with conditions. The community was required to provide a building site, and one large enough to accommodate future library expansion. The community was also required to fund the library annually at a rate of at least ten percent of the grant amount. With these hurdles overcome, a national library association journal reported on Stillwater's progress: "Mr. Carnegie...would contribute $25,000 for a new building. As the city already appropriates $3000 a year for library support, it remains only to provide a suitable site." Funded at more than twice the typical Carnegie grant amount, Stillwater's library is one of 65 Carnegie libraries found in Minnesota, and one of 1669 constructed nationally. With Stillwater's downtown already densely built, the idea of a "suitable site" underwent consideration, with the local news reporting: "The committee appointed some time ago to select a site for Stillwater's new public library met Monday evening, but no selection was made. There are two sites on North Third street, either one of which meets the requirements of the committee and a selection will probably be made in a few days." (St. Paul Daily Globe, September 18, 1901) Ultimately, the library was built with an address on North Fourth street. When the Minnesota landscape firm Morell and Nichols created a comprehensive plan for Stillwater development in 1918, they recommended that this area be devoted to city functions, and soon an armory and a post office were located nearby. The 1902 building in the Beaux Arts style was typical for an institution devoted to learning, and the interior plan matched closely to that which was soon to be emphasized by James Bertram, who oversaw Carnegie's library developments (although he was no fan of fireplaces, which is a Stillwater library feature). The era of Carnegie's generosity for library construction grew to a close in about 1916, as an economics professor reported to Carnegie that while library buildings were good for communities, knowledgeable library personnel were increasingly essential. In the meantime, the Stillwater library continued to serve the community. Realizing Carnegie's foresight regarding expansion, library additions were made in 1973 and 2006, with extensive renovations in 1987 and 2006. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Source(s): "Carnegie Libraries: The Future Made Bright." U.S. National Park Service - Experience Your America. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.nps.gov/nr/twhp/wwwlps/lessons/50carnegie/50carnegie.htm>. The historic address for the library was 223 4th St N. After it was renovated in 2006, its address was changed to 224 3rd St N. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020130151 Common Property Name: Carnegie Public Library (Stillwater Public Library) State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-200 Construction Date: 1902 Builder: Olsen, O. H. Architect: Patton and Miller (Chicago) Architectural Style: Beaux Arts Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 ©2011 Goog City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties .................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information 4 3106thStS City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge John Booren House John Booren emigrated to Stillwater from Sweden in 1858, but he did not stay long, traveling to Louisiana and then serving in the Civil War as a member of the Eighth Minnesota Volunteer Infantry. But at the close of the war, he returned and took up a number of jobs, including hardware merchant, hotel keeper, lumberman and postmaster. His younger brother, August, was equally as well known in Stillwater, also working as a hotel keeper and as the proprietor of clothing and cigar businesses. Both Booren brothers built homes in Stillwater, with August on Pine Street in 1884, and John on South 6th Street at about the same time. John Booren married twice, once to Carrie Smith and, in 1874, to Sarah L. Johnson. The 1870 census places him a boarding house keeper with real property valued at $1500, possibly a reference to the St. Croix Hotel, a very early establishment which Booren acquired and owned until it burned in 1874. In 1880, he kept a hotel on Chestnut street, with his wife serving a housekeeper, along with five servants and 53 boarders. In 1886, the Boorens applied for a building permit for their new home, with August Jackson serving as both architect and contractor. The house was apparently first planned at a cost of $4000, an amount which was changed to $5500 before the permit was completed. The address of 310 South Sixth first appears in the 1890 city directory, and by 1910, the Sanborn map records the house much as it is today, as a narrow two story home with slightly protruding window bays on both sides, a one story addition to the rear, and a porch wrapping around the east -facing front and south sides. In 1892, John received a political appointment as postmaster of Stillwater, and resigned as the treasurer, secretary and general manager of the Stillwater Hardware company. In 1895, in a shift of political winds, Christine Carroll received the postmaster's appointment, a female Democrat replacing a male Republican with some attendant ill will in the community Subsequently, John purchased the Elliot House hotel at 118 South Third, which is listed as John's residence in 1898. While the hotel was on Third, the census in 1900 lists twelve boarders at this address, and 1910 census lists nine boarders and one servant in addition to family members. John died in 1918, and Sarah kept the rooming business in operation, with four children and five roomers filling the home in 1920. In 1921, local builder Frank Linner completed $400 worth of "general repair" to the home. By 1930, Sarah occupied the house with son John, a pharmacist, his wife, Mathilda, daughter Matie, and a single roomer. The house was valued at $10,000. Sarah died in 1937, and son John in 1939. The widowed Mathilda continued to live in the home until the mid-1960s, at which time it was subdivided into apartments for the next decades. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Peterson, Brent T. Stillwater: the next Generation : Stories from Minnesota's Birthplace. Stillwater, MN: Valley History, 2004. Print. "Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, City of Stillwater, Minnesota." Map. 1884-1950. Print. Strand, A. E. A History of the Swedish -Americans of Minnesota. Chicago, IL: Lewis, 1910. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430102 Common Property Name: Booren House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-104 Construction Date: 1887 ......................... Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Queen Anne Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation ................................................................. • Search Property Information 319PineStW City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge E.L. Hersey -Jacob Bean House In 1879, the Stillwater Lumberman noted "Edward Hersey about to build on lots at Pine and Sixth." Behind those few words are numerous associations: the construction of another opulent home for another of Stillwater's well-to-do lumber families, the possible involvement of architect George Orffin his second home for a Hersey brother, and the abundant use of large, eye-catching architectural elements. The Victorian home offers a virtual laundry list of stylistic elements: a tower, a veranda, a gable, a large chimney, and a two-story bay. While calling such an elaborate structure a "starter home" seems strange, Edward Hersey did indeed decide to start over with a new home, selling the house to fellow lumberman Jacob Bean in May, 1881 and building a new home at 320 Pine in 1883. The Bean family filled the nooks of the home, as Jacob and wife Cynthia moved in with teenage son, Roby, seven year old son Willie H., daughter Stella, age five, and three -year -old twins Eugene and Ann. The household was aided by four servants: Mattie Keeler, Eliza Duprey, Jennie Devil le, and James Hanson. One of the first celebrations in the house was the wedding of Arthur Bean and Martha J. Keeler (St. Paul Globe, August 25, 1881). The family enjoyed many other activities, with newspaper reports noting travels to destinations such as Boston, as well as and Washington D.C., where the Bean children at times attended school. The family also regularly spent winters in Alhambra, California, where they had a second, elaborate Victorian home. While in town, Cynthia Bean was active on the City Hospital board, hosting meetings at the house. In 1889, Jacob Bean was appointed to the prestigious and powerful position of surveyor general of logs, with the St. Paul Daily globe noting he was "considerably more than half millionaire, and one of the heaviest log dealers in the Northwest. " (February 3, 1889) As a political appointment, he held this position until 1893. Among other events, funerals for family members and friends were held in the home, including that of Cynthia's mother, Jemima McPheters, in December, 1896. And some excitement in the surrounding neighborhood occurred in April, 1899, when a prisoner escaped: "While the jailor was on the upper gallery Dudley walked through the door and ran toward Jacob Bean's residence. His description was telegraphed to all nearby cities, but a search was kept up in the hope that he had not left the city and the search proved successful at noon, when he was found underneath a shed in the rear of Mr. Bean's residence." (St. Paul Globe, April 13, 1899) By 1900, the household census included daughter Mary C, daughter-in-law Mary A., and grandson William B. In the following years, City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information two wedding were held in the home, the first for Ann Bean and Albert Lehmicke, who subsequently occupied the home into the next century. "A pretty home wedding occurred last evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Bean, on West Pine street, when Miss Annie Bean, and Albert J. Lehmicke were joined in wedlock by Rev. F. L. Palmer, of Ascension church, assisted by Rev. A. D. Stowe, of St. Paul. A large number of guests were present, and the interior of the elegant Bean home was handsomely decorated in pink and white. Miss Mary Ella Bean was the maid of honor, and the groom's brother, Rudolph Lehmicke, of Chicago, officiated as best man. The contracting parties are well known and highly popular residents of this community. The groom is the cashier of the Lumbermen's National bank, and is a young man of exceptional ability. The bride is a pretty and popular young lady and has for several years been one of the leaders in Stillwater society circles. Mr. and Mrs. Lehmicke left last night on an Eastern wedding tour. " (St.Paul Globe, June 13, 1901) Daughter Mary Ella's wedding to Norbert Murray in 1902 was a quieter affair, but still recorded in detail for the community: "The marriage of Mary Ella Bean, of Stillwater, and Norbert M. Murray, of Mahtomedi, was solemnized Wednesday evening at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Bean, at their palatial residence in Stillwater. Only the immediate families of the contracting parties were present. As the Lohengrin wedding march was played by the Bluff City Mandolin orchestra, the bridal party descended the stairs, led by the Rev. McNulty of St. Paul. The groom and best man. Eugene Bean, followed. The matron of honor, Mrs. Albert Lehmicke, exquisitely gowned in crepe trimmed in duchesse lace over white satin, followed. The bride, charming and dainty in white embroidered chiffon, with bridal veil of tulle, and carrying a shower bouquet of pink sweet peas, tied with pink ribbons, entered upon the arm of her brother, W.H. Bean. The ceremony was impressive, held amid such beautiful surroundings, one would say ideal. The reception hall was artistically decorated in red and green, the dining room in pink and green, with a profusion of cut flowers everywhere. A wedding dinner was served, and Mr. and Mrs. Murray left for the East. They will return to Stillwater but be at home until Oct. 1 in Alhambra, Cal." (St. Paul Globe. August 03, 1902) Cynthia and Jacob made a permanent move to Alhambra in 1901, where Jacob developed citrus groves, and the Lehmicke family became the home's long-term residents. In recognition of Ann Bean Lehmicke's long association with the house, it became known as the Ann Bean Mansion over time. Ann died in 1930, and Albert remained in the home with his sons. In 1956, the house was divided into seven apartments, with various members of the Lehmicke and Bean families occupying one unit at different times . After over thirty years as an apartment house, current owners Erin and Jeremy Drews have been carefully restoring the house to the era of Ann Bean. With many original details remaining in the house, they have opened the home to guests as a welcoming bed and breakfast. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Easton, Augustus B. History of the Saint Croix Valley. Chicago: H.C. Cooper, Jr., &, 1909. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Marquis, Albert Nelson. The Book of Minnesotans; a Biographical Dictionary of Leading Living Men of the State of Minnesota. Chicago: A.N. Marquis &, 1907. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430013 Common Property Name: Hersey -Bean House City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-167 Construction Date: 1879 Builder: Architect• Architectural Style: Queen Anne Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©201'1 Google - City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information eidoo andina • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Infonnation 320 Pine St W City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information George Atwood House Drawing on the exponential wealth of the Hersey family lumbering fortunes, Edward L. Hersey (youngest son of Samuel Hersey) built not one, but two, mansions in Stillwater. The first built in was 1879 at 319 Pine, and was sold to Jacob Bean by 1884. This second home, built in 1883, was the first in Stillwater to be designed by a notable architect, in this case William H. Wilcox. Wilcox's work here was the first excursion into the Shingle Style in the state. Rather than an upward -reaching Queen Anne, the newly developing American style was low and horizontal, with dormers and gables that lay along the roofline and shallow roof overhangs. The veranda has been enclosed and partially truncated, but the exterior otherwise exhibits a notable integrity. The St. Paul Globe cites William M. May as the contractor for the home, with a cost of the work at $13,000. (1884 building report.) Edward Hersey married Mary Merrill in 1877, and second wife Mary Haskell in 1894. In 1896, the St. Paul Globe expressed admiration for the new bride: "Mrs. Edward L. Hersey, who, by her charming personality and culture has identified herself with society in St. Paul and Stillwater, is a brunette of a very lovely type. Her eyes are large and beautiful, of a dark brown, her lashes, brows and soft, luxuriant hair corresponding in color. She is possessed of an almost perfect figure, and her carriage is graceful and stately. In her address one notices a fascinating little accent, peculiar to the East. Mrs. Hersey was formerly Miss Marie Haskell, of New York city, and came to St. Paul as a bride a year and a half ago, when she was the guest of Mrs. Col. Hersey during one winter..." (Feb 16, 1896) The Herseys soon left Stillwater, building a substantial home at 475 Summit Avenue in St. Paul, and by 1900 the house was sold to another prominent Stillwater family. Following the tradition set by lumberman Edward Herseys ownership, second owner George Atwood also owed his fortunes to lumbering, eventually purchasing the assests of what was originally the Schulenberg Boeckler company. He was involved in business with Frederick Weyerhauser, and was and founder of the Twin City Forge and Foundry company. George, wife Julia B., and nieces Ethel and Ellen Patchin occupied the home in 1900, assisted by a staff comprised of Frank Magnuson, Ellen J. Ryhn, and Ellen M. Johnson. One feature of the property that gained attention under the Atwoods' occupancy was a private gymnasium, built in the 1890s, which housed "every mechanical device known to athletics," as well as a bowling alley and an observatory. The space also housed a museum and taxidermy workshop. In 1904, the gymnasium went up in flames, with losses totaling $I 1,000. Until 1908, the Atwoods also maintained an elaborate summer home at Lake St. Croix Beach called The Anchorage. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Julia Atwood died in 1929, and the 1930 census indicates that George remained in the home in the following year. He died in St. Louis county in 1942, and within a few years the house was purchased by Leo and Kathy Jewell. Leo was the manager of Stillwater Book and Stationary, and they remained in the home for close to 50 years. While the home was neglected and somewhat altered over the years, new owners in 2001 painstakingly restored the home, including stripping and preserving the original exterior siding. Additionally, some original light fixtures, flooring, and windows -- and even George Atwood's safe -- are still found in the home. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Johnston, Patricia Condon., and John Runk. Stillwater: Minnesota's Birthplace in Photographs by John Runk. Afton, MN: Johnston Pub., 1982. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430079 Common Property Name: Hersey -Atwood House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-1.68 Construction Date: 1882 ........_............... Builder: Architect: Wilcox,.. William Architectural Style: Queen Anne Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©2011 Google City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Heir on L.. . � mks Pri.*401 • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information 404 Elm St W f0"4ia4Gnt'ft City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Berglund House This home first appears in records in 1887 as a small structure with no specific owner listed. However, in the same year, Sven Berglund's name appears on a permit for an addition to the home. Berglund was a Swedish lumberman who settled in Stillwater in 1857 at age 23. After several years as a woodsman, he purchased a half interest in the Stillwater Manufacturing Company, which contracted millwork for a nation clientele. He was one ofthe most prolific builders in Stillwater, and he also contracted to do the interior finish ofthe National Museum of Honolulu, where he also did millwork for wealthy plantation owners. Berglund was a skilled carpenter, with his home neatly crafted and up to date. The 1882 Polk's City Directory advertised: "Berglund, Sven, Contractor and Builder, Prepared to do all kinds of building. Estimate furnished on application. Job work promptly attended to. Oversees his own contracts; res sw cor Elm and Martha." Berglund assured that his own home was stylish, with shingled gables and latticed trim at the height of Queen Anne fashion. The house was originally "L" shaped, with a rear addition after 1900. Berglund experienced chimney fires at the house in 1901 and 1904, but records suggest the damage was limited. The porch, an early and distinguished feature of the home, was neglected for many years, but was restored based on old photographs. The home incorporates a Swedish sawtooth design on interior woodwork, a unique fireplace and built-in china cabinet. Sven occupied the home with his wife, Tilda, and three children: Hilma, Emil, and Raymond. Others also spent time living in the home, including Nicholas Backe, a clerk at the Stillwater Hardware Company and secretary of the Norwegian Ski Club in 1890 (Backe and his family were soon to become the Berglunds' next -door -neighbors) and in Catherine Ostrand, a widow, in 1894. Rosa Lundeen provided domestic services in the house around 1900. Daughter Hilma, born in 1886, spent considerable time at home as a teenager due to illness, choosing to pursue art during this time. She became a well-known weaver and artist, a member of the Minneapolis Handicraft Guild and good friend and teacher of Margaret Cargill. Her work can be seen at the Swedish Institute in Minneapolis. From about 1910 through the mid 1950s, the home was under the ownership of Edward O. Johnson, a Swedish immigrant and proprietor of a Stillwater meat market, with his Swedish -born wife Hilda and children Edith, Gilbert, Erven, Hazel, Robert, Evan, Donald and Dorothy. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Crump, Robert. Minnesota Prints and Printmakers, 1900-1945. Saint City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Paul, MN: Minnesota Historical Society, 2009. Print. Empson, Don. A History of the Greeley Residential Area Stillwater, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1997. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Tschofen, Carmen. The Staples and May's Addition to Stillwater Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 2005. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020210042 Common Property Name: Berglund House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC.-_1589. Construction Date: 1887 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Queen Anne Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©201=.1 Cagle - City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information fis�e5 ooln R. Via] • Home • Properties ...................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 416 5th St S City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Victor & Elizabeth Seward House This set -back Queen Anne was originally the home of newspaper publisher Victor Seward, his editor wife, Elizabeth, and their daughter, Mable. Born in Indiana, Victor came to Minnesota at the age often. He attended the Western Reserve College in Hudson and embarked on a career in publishing, first working at the St. Paul Dispatch and, in 1869, starting the Redwood Falls Mail newspaper. In 1873, he left the paper and, with his brother-in-law S.S. Taylor, purchased the Stillwater Messenger. Seward became the sole owner of the paper upon Taylor's death, and the Seward family operated the paper for over two decades, although with some unexpected twists. Victor married Elizabeth Putnam in 1871, and their daughter, Mable (nicknamed Minnie), was born in 1872. The 1876 city directory indicates the family lived near Third and Myrtle, but by 1886, they built their new home on South Fifth Street at a reported cost of $3000 (and possibly under the supervision of builder Thomas Roney). While the vagaries and fortunes of the newspaper business are certainly part of the Seward family history, it was the final outcome of one public encounter that created one of the most dramatic family stories. Historian Brent Peterson recounted the tale: "On Tuesday, October 11, 1892, Victor Seward was assassinated by a former employee of the Messenger, George Peters. Peters was hired to be a reporter, but the young Peters could not perform the job. Seward was patient with Peters but then suggested to him that he find another vocation. With that, Peters swore vengeance on Victor Seward for firing him. Nobody took the threat for real, and at about five in the afternoon on October 11, 1892, Peters returned to Seward's office. George Peters did not find Seward there so he went into Stillwater to find him. It was not long before Peters found Seward walking on Main Street. Peters shouted at Seward, and when Seward turned around, Peters shot him in the head. Seward staggered into the doorway of Drechsler's Music Store. Peters followed him and fired twice more into Seward's head, killing him instantly." Thus began another unique chapter in the Seward story. Elizabeth Steward stepped into her husband's footsteps as publisher, proprietor and editor of the Messenger, a role that she held until 1900. Her daughter, Mable, served as a clerk for the enterprise. Overall, these two women managed an unusual situation. The St. Paul Globe reported on a meeting of the National Billposter's association in 1896, headlining the article "The Only One of Her Kind. " "At the National Billposter's association, in session in Chicago this week, a Minnesota woman is the only one of her sex in attendance. Referring to the fact, the Chicago News, of Thursday, says: 'One of the members of the association taking an active part in today's discussion was Mrs. Elizabeth Seward of Stillwater, Minn. She is other a billposter and an editor. In the former capacity Mrs. Seward enjoys the City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information distinction of being the only woman billposter in America. As editor Mrs. Seward owns the leading Stillwater paper and the oldest weekly in the state, the Messenger. As billposter she controls all the billboards in the city and holds the contract for the city posting. ...Victor Seward... met an untimely death at the hands of an insane employee. After his death his widow assumed control, and has successfully managed the paper ever since. An only child, Miss Minnie Mable Seward, and attractive, capable young woman of twenty-two, is her mother's right-hand man.' Miss Seward is considered a clever writer." (St. Paul Globe, July 25, 1896) In the wake of her husbands death, and in addition to the responsibilities of publishing, Elizabeth Seward engaged in a three-year court battle with her husband's insurance company, which refused to pay on the $5000 life insurance policy because (in spite of the newspaper's insistence), the murdered was judged not to be insane and to have killed Seward intentionally, and thus an exception clause applied. This decision was upheld through several appeals, leaving Elizabeth in, perhaps, more difficult financial straits. She and her daughter continued to operate the Messenger until August, 1900, at which time the paper reported: "Elizabeth Seward has disposed of the Weekly Messenger, the job office, book accounts and good will incidental to the publication. Stephen A. Clewell is the purchaser... The bill of sale names $1 and other valuable considerations as the price of the plant. The outfit is valued at $5,000. The paper will continue to be independent in politics... Mrs. Seward has been desirous of retiring from business for some time. It is rumored that Miss Seward may be married soon..." (St. Paul Globe, August 19, 1900) Elizabeth Seward's retirement was short; she died on April 10, 1902 of a heart attack, which "was unexpected and caused great shock to acquaintances." Her obituary in the New York Times noted: "She was a woman of literary tastes and attainments and wrote many magazine and newspaper articles." Rumors ofMinnie's marriage appear to have premature; she remained single and relocated to Minneapolis, where she boarded with a family on 2nd Avenue and continued to work as a proofreader until her death from senile dementia in 1944 at the State Hospital in Rochester. In the meantime, beginning in 1904, the house was rented to Sheriff Adam Marty, who had participated in the arrest of Victor Seward's murderer. Particularly notable during this time period was a state-wide gathering of the Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic, hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Marty in October of 1905. The Stillwater Gazette reported: "... there was more than the usual number of men in attendance...by afternoon it was a fine gathering, the women like the old veterans being well along in life... The pretty lawn was decorated with large flags and there many sat to converse and renew friendships. The interior of the dwelling was elaborately decorated with flags, bunting, and flowers. A great collection of badges and souvenirs of G.A.R. meetings belonging to Adam Marty attracted attention. A bountiful spread was [offered]." (October 2, 1905) In 1906, the house became the property of St. Mary's Catholic church. The interior of the home was altered to house eight to ten Benedictine nuns (and one or two servants) who taught at St. Mary's Catholic School across the street. In 1969, the house was sold to Arthur de St. Aubin for $15,700, and sold again in 1992 to current owners Mark and Cathy Balay. Mark, a Stillwater architect, stabilized the foundation and, with an attention to detail, turned what had been a relatively plain turn -of -the -century house into a distinctively updated Victorian -style home, with an exterior addition and interior remodeling to accommodate a growing family. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Balay, Mark. Personal Files. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Peterson, Brent T. Stillwater Minnesota. A Photographic History: 1843-1993. Stillwater, MN: Valley History, 1993. Print. Roberts, Norene. South Hill Stillwater Residential Area Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1996. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430077 Common Property Name: Seward House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number:...W.....A.-SWC-O8...9. Construction Date: 1886 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Queen Anne Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©2011 Google - City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information stilIwttee4 it oLandriti Saes. P:pgil.m. • Home • Properties .......................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 437 2nd St S ;, City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Durant House Edward White Durant was an early and adventurous river pilot and lumberman. He came to Stillwater at the age of 19, spent three years rafting on the river, and then was a pilot between Stillwater and St. Paul to St. Louis for 15 years. He then spent 14 years as the general manager for Hersey, Staples and Company. In 1872, he became one of the founding partners in the firm of Durant, Wheeler and Company, whose business was to buy and sell lumber. He also served three terms as Stillwater mayor (1889-91), and served in the state house and senate for many years. He married Henrietta Pease in 1853, and they had four children, two of whom survived to adulthood. By the early 1870s, he had built at least one house on the South Hill. The large and imposing three story mansion, in the French Second Empire style with a dormered mansard roof, is pictured in the 1874 Andreas' Illustrated Historical Atlas at this location on the corner of Pine and South Second Street. The 1870 census indicates Durant owned real property valued at the notable sum of $4000 at this time, with Edward and Henrietta, along with children named Henrietta and Edward and domestic Christina Holm, among the first occupants of the home. The 1900 city directory notes that the tireless Edward, Sr. managed Stillwater's Grand Opera House as well as timber and mineral concerns. In 1903, the Durants celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. In 1904, Edward Durant, Jr., who had followed the elite trajectory of the wealthy of the era through Exeter Academy and Yale University, moved to South Carolina, where he oversaw multiple business interests in lumber and mining and was married. In 1912, Edward Durant, Sr. joined his son's family there (presumably after Henrietta's death). Edward Durant Sr. died in 1918. Aside from the sweeping views of the St. Croix valley, the Durants would hardly recognize their home as it stands today, as David and Julia Tozer McCuish, the next owners of this house, altered it to its current Classical Revival appearance following their 1908 marriage (ca. 1911). Julia Tozer was the daughter of wealthy lumberman David Tozer and his wife, Margaret, and grew up at 704 South 3rd Street (also a Landmark home). The forty-three year old Daniel McCuish, a business partner of David Tozer, was ten years older than Julia, suggesting a relatively late marriage for them both. Daniel served as master at the St. Croix Boom and was an incorporator of the McClure Lumber Company, among other ventures. Beyond the late marriage, there are other suggestions that this was an unusual partnership. Unique for the era, for example, Julia had her own listing in the Stillwater city directory, under the full name ofJulia Tozer McCuish, and which included her office location in the Lumberman's Exchange Building (which she shared with Daniel). She served as the vice president of the Interstate Lumber Company, City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information following in the footsteps of her mother, who had held a position as manager of the company's predecessor, the Tozer mill. The couple had no children. Daniel died in 1943, Julia in 1954. From the mid-1950s through the early 1960s, the house held offices for the County Welfare Board and the Public Health Office. By 1965, the house once again became a single-family home, with the John Condon family occupying the home in the following decades. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Roberts, Norene. South Hill Stillwater Residential Area Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1996. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020440023 Common Property Name: Durant House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: _ Construction Date: 1910 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Classical Revival Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information Nat na Re aHis i•thiridaal 504 2nd St N City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge McKusik, Ivory & Sophia, House Ivory McKusick's small French Second Empire bluffiop home reflects McKusick's successes in lumbering and government supply contracts during the Civil War. The heavy mansard roof was the height of style during the era, and the home is on the National Register of Historic Places. The original house was built in 1866, with a prominent addition in 1872 becoming the front, or main, part of the home. The Stillwater Messenger reported: "Mr. Ivory McKusick is remodeling his little house on Second Street, or rather adding a new house to it. The old frame becomes a wing to a well proportioned two-story front, with Mansard roof. From the entrance, which is on Second Street, a hall runs through the new part to the wing, cutting into two rooms; and very pleasant rooms they will be when completed. W.T. Jordan is the carpenter, and John Whiteside does the plastering and chimney work. Mr. McKusick will have a handsome place with a good outlook." (July 12, 1872) The home was architecturally ambitious, with a deep mansard roof, popular in European cities such as Paris and London. The heaviness of the roof is emphasized by prominent, hooded dormer windows and the substantial brackets under the lower cornice. Similar hooded arches are found above the front doorway and other windows. At least as notable as the house itself is the spectacular view of the St. Croix valley its location affords. Ivory, born in 1827, and wife Sophia, born in 1831, were married in 1854 and had three children, Herbert, Hattie and Myron. They were assisted in the home by one maid. Ivory was one of several McKusick brothers who established themselves in lumbering in Stillwater. This included his brother John, founder of the town's first sawmill. Sophie McKusick died in 1900, Ivory in 1906. By 1920, the home was owned by Fred Thompson and his wife, Ethel. In the previous decade, Thompson was the proprietor of a coal business, although by this time he was a janitor for the downtown business blocks. They also had three or four roomers over time, and Ethel's father, Donald Sellers, lived with them. By 1930, Fred was a guard in the state prison. The home was valued at $2500 at that time, a relative limited amount considering the stylishness of the home during the earlier era, but this may have had to do with a deteriorated condition. Fred Thompson died in 1944, and Ethel continued to live in the home through the late 1940s. Later owners included Jasper and Delores Schulz, with Jasper a director at the Jones Funeral Home, and, through the 1970s, Benjamin and Margaret Welshons, with Benjamin serving as a clinical psychologist for Ramsey County. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Kennedy, Roger G. Historic Homes of Minnesota. St. Paul: Minnesota City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Historical Society, 2006. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. "Saint Croix NSR: Historic Resource Study." U.S. National Park Service - Experience Your America. 17 Oct. 2002. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.nps.gov/archive/sacn/hrs/hrst.htm>. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020130084 Common Property Name: McKusik, Ivory & Sophia, House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-091 Construction Date: 1868 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: French Second Empire NRHP: National Register of Historic Places - Individually Listed Property - 4/20/1982 Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information rS ,,tct an Site"; PO ftini • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation ........... • Search Property Information Na -Re dividua ect'Pr pee. Click on photo to enlarge 504 5th St S City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Captain Austin & Harriet Jenks House Three architectural styles combine to create the distinctive look of the Captain Austin Jenks home, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The intersecting roofline and bracketed square entry tower reflect the elements of the Italianate Tuscan Villa style, while the steep gables, eaves, soffits and finials, as well as the square stone sill and lintels call on the American Gothic Revival. The mansard roof on the tower, the porches, and the oval stained glass windows reflect elements of French Second Empire architecture. Pattern books of the era often provided such busy designs, although the amount of detail here, as well as well -designed interiors, suggest the involvement of a skilled architect as well. Jenks was born in New York, where he became a schoolteacher, and he came to Stillwater via Illinois in 1855. Initially rafting logs, he also engaged more fully in all aspect of the lumber industry. He constructed a steamer, the "Brother Johnathan" in 1871, and eventually became a member of the firm Durant, Wheeler & Co. Jenks was reported to have married three times due to the early deaths of his first two wives. Ultimately, he married Harriet Bennett, said to be the sister of his first wife. Although the house here is dated to ca. 1871, in 1880, Jenks and his wife, Harriet, were living in Albany, Illinois with their two daughters, Genora (Geneva) and Grace, and Harriet's elderly father, Lyman. City directories in the 1890s subsequently locate the family in Stillwater at this location, as does the 1900 census listing. In addition to his lifelong lumbering interests, progressing from "river pilot to captain to shopowner to financier" (Kennedy), Jenks also was a member and president of the towns board of education, on numerous managing boards, and assisted in the organization of the Stillwater Electric Light Company. (The 1900 census lists his occupation simply as "capitalist.") Given Jenks' early history as a teacher Stillwater, it is not surprising that his wife hosted a celebration for teachers in their home. One news account noted: "Prominent in the social functions of the past week was the reception given to the city school teachers and others by the Stillwater W. C. T. U. at the home of Mrs. A. T. Jenks, Thursday evening. The parlors had been handsomely decorated with flowers, plants, and ribbons, and were thronged with guests, and by no means least in the features ofthe occasion was the rendition of a musical programme." (St. Paul Globe, October 18, 1896). Jenks died in March, 1902 at the age of 68 after spending several months in a sanatorium in Hudson. He was buried in Albany, Illinois, where his father was still living. Genora, married to Robert Skeith, continued to live in the home with Harriet and Grace, and the two Skeith City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information children, Austin and Anastasia. Servant Agnes Murray was also part of the household. By 1916, the Skeith family had relocated to Canada, and by 1920, Harriet and Grace appear to have relocated to Seattle. The house changed hands about once per decade in the following years, occupied at one time by George Olsen of the O.H. Olsen construction company, and later by Emil Albrecht, the chief engineer at Maple Island Farm, a large dairy operation in Stillwater. By the 1950s, the house had been divided into several apartments, and remained so through the 1970s. The house was later restored as a single family home. (Clarification to researchers: A second Austin Jenks, a wholesale grocer, lived in Stillwater on North 5th Street with wife, Adelaide, and three daughters.) Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Easton, Augustus B. History of the Saint Croix Valley. Chicago: H.C. Cooper, Jr., &, 1909. Print. Kennedy, Roger G. "Houses of the St. Croix Valley." Minnesota History Magazine 38.8 (1963): 337-52. Minnesota Historical Society. Minnesota Historical Society. Web. <http://collections.mnhs.org/MNHistoryMagazine/articles /38/v38i08p337-352.pdf>. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430006 Common Property Name: Jenks, Captain Austin & Harriet House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-091. Construction Date: Circa 1870 ............................................ Builde r: Architect: Architectural Style: Italian Villa NRHP: National Register of Historic Places - Individually Listed Property - 4/20/1982 Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data 02011 Google City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Infonnation 518 Owens St City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Streetcar Station The years from 1899 to 1932 encompassed the rise and fall of the Stillwater streetcar system, and this adapted streetcar stationhouse is one of the few reminders of this public transportation system. In 1899, the Twin City Rapid Transit company extended its streetcar lines from St. Paul to Stillwater, with the local line along Owens serving as one of three main routes. Along with the tracks, the power transmission lines were erected. A wooden car barn, housing up to nine cars and providing an office, locker room, and tool and supply space, was built just to the south and west of the station buildings fixture location. The Third Street Station building was constructed in 1904 as streetcar line development expanded in the area. In February, Sylvan Avenue, which ran north of the car barn, was vacated to accommodate an addition to the car barn, although it seems that instead, by July, O.H. Olson received the contract for the separate construction of the "transforming station for the power that is to be brought here from the Minneapolis powerhouse." (St. Paul Globe, July 31, 1904.) The paper reported that the new station's capacity meant that power stations at Wildwood and Stillwater would be discontinued. The Stillwater streetcars ran every 30 minutes to and from St. Paul, including stops in Wildwood, White Bear, Mahtomedi, and Hazel Park before arriving at Owens Street during the height of operations. However, ridership began lagging in the 1920s, and streetcar company revenues were deeply affected by the Depression. In August, 1932, the last streetcar lines in Stillwater were shut down. The Third Street Station became a private home, with new owners Raymond (Bud) and Julia Marlow in residence through the 1980s and occasionally taking on boarders. Perhaps making the abandoned station more attractive as a home than others may have thought, the Marlows' new residence was located directly across the street from the grocery store at 517 Owens owned by Raymond's Italian immigrant parents. The Marlows also converted the car barn to a gas station. Before its conversation to a home, the front quarter of the building facing Owens originally served as an office, with two 600 kilowatt rotary converters housed in the heart of the "fire proof' brick building, which also had a full basement. The rear of the building rose to an additional story. Sanborn Insurance maps list two night employees among the building's features. The line of the building's flat roof is emphasized by corbelled dentils along the cornice. A brick pilaster divides the front faade into two unequal bays, with doors in both bays. Arched, divided light windows line the office space, suggesting a Classical Revival influence, and these arches are echoed in the brickwork above more conventional double -hung windows found in recessed bays on the building's south side. The sills and watertable are of ashlar limestone. Small, square divided light windows provide light to the second story space at the rear of the building on the east and south sides. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Altered brick infill on the central south side bay suggests a garage -sized opening provided earlier access to the machinery space. A frame porch and patio extension at the rear of the building reflects the buildings adaptive reuse as a private home. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Isaacs, Aaron, and John W. Diers. Twin Cities by Trolley the Streetcar Era in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Minneapolis, MN: Univ. of Minnesota, 2007. Print. "Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, City of Stillwater, Minnesota." Map. 1884-1950. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020230079 Common Property Name: Streetcar Station State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: Construction Date: 1899 Builder: Olsen, O. H. Architect: Architectural Style:.,, Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 4,c ©2011 GOogIe City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Sti vat enLandma SON , a '. • Home • Properties ........................................... • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information 522 6th St S City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge The Second Proctor House In about 1875, John and Caroline Proctor and family relocated from their Greek Revival home at 220 South Fourth Street (also a Landmark home) into this fine Italianate house perched on a hill well above street level at 522 South 6th Street. The well-preserved house still retains typical features of this style, including ionic columns lining the porch and scrolled brackets supporting the cornice, which is emphasized with a dentil molding. The broad porch wraps around the front and side of the house and allows lovely views toward the river, and the distinctive tympanum above the porch entrance remains today. The South Hill survey indicates that this house is the same as that listed at the corner of South Sixth and Goodwood in Pryor's 1876-77 city directory. Proctor held many roles over time in Stillwater, including prison warden, postmaster, register of deeds, and three terms as mayor. He was involved with the St Croix Boom company, and in 1881, Governor Pillsbury appointed him as the district surveyor general for logs and lumber. John and Caroline Proctor are listed at their new 6th Street address in the 1880 census, at home with their son, Levi, 17-year old servant Lizzie Sheriden, and 11 year old boarder Ada Densmore. In the 1885 Minnesota state census, daughter Gerty is also listed in the household, along with Ellen Slattingreen. Proctor, however, appears to have become a bit restless in Stillwater, and offered his resignation to the board of education in April in preparation "to leave the city to take up his residence on his farm in Dakota." (St. Paul Globe, April 6, 1885.) The family shift to the Dakotas seemed to have already been made by son Levi C., as the Globe reported two weeks later (April 26, 1885): "On Friday evening a reception was given to Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Proctor of Aberdeen, Dak., at the residence of his father, Mr. John S. Proctor. The presents were numerous, as all felt pleased that one of their old companions had captured such a bonny bride. There was a large attendance." The move to Milbank, Dakota was not a clean break for the Proctors, as the newspaper continued to report on both families' comings and goings in Stillwater for several years after. In 1887, for example, John S. Proctor is noted as planning two brick stores at the corner of Main and Nelson. While the 1890 Stillwater city directory lists John Proctor as an employee of F.E. Joy & Co. residing in Milbank, South Dakota, by 1894, he is again listed as residing at the 6th Street address, along with son Levi. John S. Proctor died in March, 1897, and the City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information funeral was held at the home. By 1900, widow Caroline (who died in 1923) had left to the house to board with the Clewell family on South 3rd Street and Charles Mosier, a "capitalist," occupied the house with his wife, Mary, daughters Gertrude and Grace, and son 011ie. In 1910, H. K. (Harry) Huntoon, president of the Minnesota Mercantile company, had moved into the house with his wife, Phoebe, and a servant, Angie Dahl. Phoebe Huntoon died in 1927 and Harry remained in the house with a small platoon of servants: Jane Davis (also listed as a nurse), Josie Davis and Loraine Zabel. The real property value at the time was $7000. Harry died in March of 1935... and city directories list Mrs. Josie (apparently Davis) Huntoon at this address in 1937. Josie's fate is unclear (as is the accuracy of the city directory listing) and the house changed hands frequently in the following decades. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020430022 Common Property Name: Proctor House, 6th Street State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: Construction Date: 1875 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Italanate Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 6/5/2011 t4p2011 Goog e . City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information 604 Myrtle St W City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Elisha Brown House Given the unsettling times in the St Croix Valley, this is an amazing story about an early settler who became a wealthy man using his hands building several homes in the area. In October 1856, Elisha Brown, a carpenter, erected a one and half story gable end house on four lots he contracted to buy from Elam Greeley on Spring Street (renamed Myrtle Street in the 1880s). Elisha Brown paid $514.00 plus 20% interest for the four room house which the tax assessor valued at $200 in 1861. Elisha Brown was born in Maine (1821) and settled in Stillwater with his wife Jennette and daughter (Flora) and domestic (Mary Ingalls from Ireland). After serving 3 years in the Civil War (Company C of the Minnesota 8th Infantry Regiment), he added the L-addition (kitchen) to his home and constructed an 8' diameter cistern. In 1866 he bought four tax -forfeited lots on the same block for $107.49. He probably built (helped build) the original houses at 114 Martha (1873) for Gust Carlgren and at 116 Everett Street (1873) for James Fitzgerald, as seen on the 1879 Bird's Eye of the area, but few records are available and both houses no longer exist. In 1870, Brown had personal property worth $700, making him a wealthy man for the times. By 1880, daughter Flora had married post office clerk Fred Getchell and they shared the home with the Browns. In 1887, the local paper noted that Elisha Brown was relocating to Adrian, Minnesota after 33 years in Stillwater. He died at the Old Soldier's Home (now Minnesota Veterans) in 1907. On 1880, Minerva McKusick (widow of Jonathan Estes McKusick) purchased the home from Elisha and Jennette Brown. Jonathan E. McKusick (1811 - 1876) married Minerva King (Calais, ME), served Captain in the Militia in 1840 (Baring, ME), settled in Stillwater in 1845, was the first Territorial State Auditor (1849 - 1852), presided over the 1848 Stillwater Convention, 1st elected Town Marshal, census enumerator, Civil War Captain of the 3rd Minnesota Battery of Light Infantry, Judge of Probate Court, one of the McKusick brothers of lumbering fame. He was known locally for making canes out of the timber from the defunct McKusick Lumber Mill for the area's Old Settlers. His brothers included John M., William and Ivory McKusick. Minerva (King) McKusick (1817 - 1905) and Jonathan had 7 children (Gilman, Daniel, Elizabeth, Helena, Henry, Harrison and Marcia). She moved into the home with her grandson, Abail M. Dodd Jr., whose mother (Helena Dodd) had died eight days after his birth. In 1904, Harrison McKusick purchased the home from Minerva subject to the right that Minerva McKusick to occupy home as a homestead during the remainder of her natural life. Harrison and his wife, Lillie Mae (King) lived in the home until 1911. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information On 15 February 1911, Gustaf Ekblad purchased the home; Gustaf Ekblad owend a grocery store in Stillwater (Gustaf Ekblad Company at 120 North Main Street in Stillwater). On 11 September 1912 in Probate Court, Gustaf Ekblad bequeathed all his property to Jennie Ekblad. Upon her death in 1933, Jennie bequeathed the home to her son, George and his wife, Catherine Ekblad. After they sold the house in 1938, it changed hands several times; by the mid 1950s, Robert C. Johnson, a sheet metal worker employed by a number of companies over time, took ownership of the home, remaining through the 1990s with his wife, Elaine. The basic structure of the house today remains much like it was when it was built. At some point some of the interior walls were removed, the "front" door of the home, which on the 1879 bird's eye view of Stillwater is shown facing east on the gable end of the house, was relocated to the broad south side, and a porch on the backside of the house was enclosed into a kitchen. The house was purchased in 2006 and the current owner is preserving the house's interior stairs, doors and windows and replacing the "modern" light fixtures with antique light fixtures. The exterior wood shakes will be removed exposing the original lap siding and restored to the original construction. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Empson, Don. A History of the Greeley Residential Area Stillwater, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1997. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020310068 Common Property Name: Brown, Elisha House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC.-566 Construction Date: 1857 ......................... Builder: Brown, Elisha Architect: Architectural Style: Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©201'1 Gole-As City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Information 11 618 Burlington St E Click on photo to enlarge City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Brown, Edward S., House This home was built in 1874 when the assessed value of Lots 7-12 jumped from $150 to $4,400. The original house faced Third Avenue S. and had the house number 1114 Third Avenue S. The somewhat Italianate house is a large broadside two-story with a bay and a chimney on either end. It has a number of Greek Revival characteristics which are surprising for a house built at this later date. The house has been changed considerably, including a newer porch and attached garage, but its original structure is intact and retains it places as a notable home in the neighborhood. Edward Brown was one of the owners of the Hersey Staples (later the Hersey, Bean & Brown) sawmill below this house on S. Main Street. He, as many early Stillwater residents, came to the area from Maine in the 1850s with his wife Hannah, bringing with him with a knowledge of the lumbering industry. He initially settled in and served one term as mayor of St. Anthony and relocated to Stillwater in 1873. The Brown household in 1880 (listed in the census as living on Broadway) was quite extensive, including Hannah, son Jerry C., daughters Lucy and Susan, sister-in-law Lucretia Colburn, border Chas. Brown, "serving girl" Ida Esterbrooks and servants Margaret Hauley and John Sampson. Evidently Edward kept apple trees near the house, as in 1884 the newspaper noted: "A number of boys on the outskirts of the city on the south hill are making sad ravages in the gardens of their neighbors. Mr. E. S. Brown has been trying to keep a tree that has a new kind of apple to get ripe for a couple of years, and so far has been unsuccessful. This year there were quite a number of large apples on, but the boys have got them all, except three, and he does not expect to have them. Being a new seedling he values them highly. His other fruits have suffered equally. Could the culprits be found, it would be only right to make examples of them." (St. Paul Daily Globe, Aug. 7, 1884). Daughters Lucy and Susan were well known in the city, often entertaining their friends in the home in the 1880s, including the Young People's Whist Club, the Young Ladies' Cooking Club, and progressive euchre parties. In 1886, Edward himself helped to found the St. Croix Social and Improvement Club, and in 1889 hosted the Allbright band from the Presbyterian Church for a concert in the house. Brown also was, in essence, a serial house builder, contracting with Thomas Roney for homes at 1029 3rd Ave. South (1887), 1019 4th Ave. South (1888), and 1017 4th Ave. South (1890). Unfortunately, in 1891, daughter Lucy died of consumption. Edward died in his home on July 11, 1899; records suggest that Hannah died in about 1906. While the Browns' social status suggests that the house, especially considering its size, was a notable one, the following years may not have been so kind, and later photographs show an intact but somewhat dilapidated structure. Through the 1920s and 1930s, the house was occupied by August and Martha Wojann and family. As a cabinetmaker and dressmaker, this family was likely of modest means. In the mid-1930s, Fr. Nicholas Odone, a respected, Italian -born priest bought the home. He earlier had served the Holy Redeemer Italian Catholic community in St. Paul (beginning in 1899) and around 1910 was the resident chaplain for the House of the Good Shepherd, a "female reformatory" in St. Paul. Father Odone died in 1947 and the home was subsequently purchased by Maple Island secretary and attorney Sherman Crane and family. In the 1960s it came under the ownership of 3M manager Robert Richards, whose family lived there for over two decades. The current owners began remodeling and restoring the home in 2001, creating a refined look for the home with updated siding, shutters, the addition of a porch on the front side and a sunroom replacing the former Third Street entrance. The preservation of window placement, the oriel window bay and the Italianate roof brackets contribute significantly to the home's historic appearance. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Empson, Don. Hersey, Staples Addition Residential Area, Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 2000. Print. Hennessy, W. B, Past and Present of St. Paul, Minnesota. 1906. Print. <http://www.ebooksread.com/authors-eng/w-b-william-b-hennessy/past-and-present-of-st- paul-minnesota-being-a-relation-of-the-progressive-his-nne/page- 84-past-and-present-of-st-paul-minnesota-being-a-relation-of-the- progressive-his-nne.shtml> Peterson, Brent T. Stillwater: the next Generation : Stories from Minnesota's Birthplace. Stillwater, MN: Valley History, 2004. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3403020230080 Common Property Name: Brown, Edward S., House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-958 Construction Date: 1874 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Italianate Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information He r Landma PrtVip • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 622 Churchill St W City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Mulvey House The refined, well -executed and respectfully preserved exterior of this Italianate home makes this one of the finest examples of its kind in Stillwater. The Mulveys owned a small, one-story house before the Civil War, and appear to have made steady improvements as real estate values increased from $200 to $400. An 1869 map shows a small lean-to addition on the rear. The 1870 census finds James Mulvey's occupation modestly noted as "works on logs," although his real estate was valued at $700. In 1878, the assessor recorded the house at a value of $900, the date of the home's construction in this form, and the 1879 Bird's Eye View map suggests the old home was move to the rear of the lot. Over time, other additions were made to the rear of the home. The site also includes a stone carriage house, built to house James Mulvey's horses and carriage collection. Historian Don Empson noted: "The 1880 census lists James Mulvey, age 45, his wife, Miranda [listed elsewhere as Minerva], age 36, from New York, and children, Arthur, 13; Jessie, 12; Edna, 4; Walter, 2; and James' father, John Mulvey, age 67, all living together in their new house along with a servant, Ellen Kaus, age 21, from New Brunswick. Mulvey was born in Kent County, England, in 1836, and came to America at age 13. In May 1853, he came to Stillwater to engage in the lumbering trade and over the course of the next 30 years he prospered. The 1889 Personal Property records indicate that Mulvey had one horse over three years of age, a wagon valued at $40, a sewing machine, three clocks or watches, and a piano." In 1903, James, a staunch Presbyterian, donated a residence on Forth Street and West Pine to the First Presbyterian church for a parsonage (used until 1955), in memory of his wife, Minerva. In 1910, he still occupied his elegant home at the age of 75 with two unmarried daughters, Edna and Jessie, a nurse, Mary Rathburn, and servant Lizzie Lang. The sisters remained in the home after James' death in 1913, attended by maid Gertrude Rossbach and active in women's organizations such as the Women's Relief Corp and child welfare boards. In 1922, the women also established a scholarship in their father's name at Macalester College, "for a student committed to full-time church service." The home was left to Mulvey family members following Edna's death in 1952 and Jessie's in 1957, and owned by the Symmes family through the 1970s, with Howard Symmes a correctional officer at the State Prison. The house stands today as the James Mulvey Inn, a bed and breakfast. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Empson, Don. A History of Holcombe's Additions Residential Area, Stillwater, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1999. Print. Larson, Paul Clifford. City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Stiliwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3303020210054 Common Property Name: Mulvey House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: _. Construction Date: 1878 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Italianate Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data czq C ogle City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information St ,ter% Lam • Home ----------- • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information Re dividu; 625 5th St N Click on photo to enlarge City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information William Sauntry Recreation Hall William Sauntry, raised in New Brunswick, Canada, came to Stillwater in a second generation of St. Croix loggers and began a career in a partnership with noted Stillwater lumberman Albert Tozer. Gaining the trust of the Weyerhauser interests, he leased stock in the St. Croix Boom company and was charged with building and managing the Nevers Dam. He also had interests in other lumbering companies, with his wealth eventually estimated at two million dollars. In 1881, Sauntry commenced the construction of what was to become an elaborate home at 626 North Fourth Street, now a Stillwater Landmark house. In what may have begun as the simple installation of a billiard room in the home and a tennis court on the lawn in 1889, by 1902, Sauntry's appreciation and desire for recreation and fashionable architectural statements grew into the construction of his own Recreation Hall adjacent to the home. The building permit lists Wilson and Marshall of Chicago as the architectural firm, and William Biegung as the local builder who executed the plan... at a cost of $7000. This was not the only gymnasium in town, as fellow lumberman George Atwood had previously constructed a private gymnasium by his mansion, and such spaces were not uncommon in elaborate homes across the country. A separate structure, however (albeit connected by a walkway), was an elaborate effort, and Sauntry's was very unusual. The well-preserved Craftsman/Exotic Revival exterior, with a hipped roof supported by strong brackets, unique stone- embedded stucco exterior and elaborate arched art glass windows, hints at the building's elegant interior. At 5000 square feet, the Recreation Hall once included a one -lane bowling alley, an indoor swimming pool and a ballroom. These features were familiar to members of those wealthy families who at the time followed the ideals of having a "country estate," dedicated to a healthful life and pursuit of productive leisure activities. Sauntry's Hall, however, took its theme from the elaborate Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain, in all of its fantastical and painstaking Moorish detail along with elements of the Craftsman tradition. The high-ceilinged ballroom was decorated with a ceiling mural, carved plaster, gilded medallions, and crystal chandeliers, along with 14-foot, 250-pound mirrors. Stencils of Arabic inscriptions (said to be installed backwards by local artisans who did not understand their significance) are also found on the walls. Upon its initial opening, the local paper called it a "Fairyland." The Fairyland, it appears, did not reflect some darker truths, as William Sauntry committed suicide in 1914, and the Hall and house were sold. In 1920, new Hall owner Margaret Kaiser applied for a permit to convert the building, valued at $5000-$6000, into three apattinents under the direction of local contractor E. H. Biegung. The Recreation Hall remained under Margaret Kaiser's ownership through the mid 1960s, and in city directories she is listed as the sole occupant at this address. However, the 1930 census indicates that she shared the home with her adult children, and that Victor Dunder, a school teacher, rented part of the house. The Recreation Hall was then sold to state prison superintendent Raymond Marty, Jr., and his wife, Dorothy, who owned the building for the next decade. City directories suggest indicate that the Hall was not officially recognized as an apartment house until the 1980s, but the building permit and anecdotal evidence suggest that the Hall was occupied consistently as a three- or four -unit dwelling. The Recreation Hall is as notable for its recent history as it is for its past, due to the dedicated and exhaustive six years of work conducted by the current owners in the hall's restoration and adaptive reuse. Now a private home, the owners were able to restore much of the home using a few remaining photographs and returning architectural elements that had been removed to the attic to original and other City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information useful applications. The bowling area now serves as children's bedrooms, pool marble has been reused in a bathroom, and the pool area itself has become the home's kitchen. The remarkable ballroom has been restored to its earlier splendor, including its original maple floors, and is now the family's living and entertaining area. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Janisch, Kris. "Peeking into the past William Sauntry Moorish -style Gym Opens for Tour, Historical Society Benefit." Stillwater Gazette. 26 Sept. 2006. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.stillwatergawtte.com /articles/2006/09/26/news/news400.txt>. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Palmer, Kim. "Palaces on the Prairie." StarTribune.com: News, Weather, Sports from Minneapolis, St. Paul and Minnesota. 27 Feb. 2008. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/homegarden /15982917.html>. Peterson, Brent T. Stillwater Minnesota. A Photographic History: 1843-1993. Stillwater, MN: Valley History, 1993. Print. Roberts, Norene. North Hill (Original Town) Stillwater Residential Area Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1995. Print. "Saint Croix NSR: Historic Resource Study." U.S. National Park Service - Experience Your America. 17 Oct. 2002. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.nps.gov/archive/sacn/hrs/hrst.htm>. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020240004 Common Property Name: Sauntry Recreation Hall State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-430 Construction Date: 1902 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Exotic Revival_ NRHP: National Register of Historic Places - Individually Listed Property - 4/20/1982 Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 Map data ©2011 Googie City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information r Show*, oo aandmir • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation • Search Property Infonnation National egg tte::Plat. divi : 626 4th St N City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Sauntry, William, House William Sauntry's house might be considered a Queen Anne, but was constructed with the enthusiastic use of other architectural style elements, including Eastlake millwork, a mansard -roofed tower common to Italianate villas, and hints of the Gothic in the gable. Although some elements have since been altered (a now neoclassical porch) and removed (iron roof crestings and gable ornaments), thus somewhat subduing the overall effect, the house reflects the Sauntry lumbering fortune and the range of architectural fashion during its construction in 1881-1883, when it was a 22 by 40 foot home on one and a half stories. Expansive and decorative alterations in 1886 and 1902 (including a third -floor billiard room) are attributed in part to contractor Thomas Roney. The 28-room mansion's interior retains several original details, including parquet floors, cherry and walnut fireplaces, and notable stained glass windows. Sauntry's other notable contribution to Stillwater's landmark architecture was his adjacent Recreation Hall/Gymnasium at 625 North Fifth, now also a Landmark home. William Sauntry, raised in New Brunswick, Canada, came to Stillwater in a second generation of St. Croix loggers and began a career in a partnership with Albert Tozer, gaining the trust of the Weyerhauser interests, and leasing stock in the St. Croix Boom company. He also built and managed the Nevers Dam and had interests in other lumbering companies, with his wealth eventually estimated at two million dollars. The home was, of course, not Sauntry's alone, and his family included wife Eunice and son Bertram (by 1910 joined by wife Lillian), a well as various staff including (in 1905, for example) parlor maid Jennie Astrom, cook Amanda Swanson, and laundress Mary Gronquist. Sauntry's penchant for fashionable recreation was reflected not only is his gymnasium, but also in the activities surrounding and in the home, including the construction of a tennis court on the lawn in 1889. In 1898, the Sauntrys hosted an elaborate wedding reception for Eunice's sister, Melvina La Furgey. The newspaper recorded the colorful event: "Following the ceremony a reception was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sauntry on North Fourth street, and many were present to congratulate the contracting parties. The interior of the residence was handsomely decorated, the parlor decorations being white roses, smilax and maiden hair ferns; the drawing room, carnations; the library, American Beauty roses and smilax; the dining room, pink roses and maiden hair ferns; the hall in Duchess roses, smilax and ferns. The hall on the second floor was screened off and from behind the screens floated sweet strains of music discoursed by Seibert's orchestra." (St. Paul Globe, June 16, 1898) Although Sauntry continued to pursue visible evidence of his successes, including an option to purchase the elaborate, castle -like mansion of Amherst Wilder in St. Paul in 1904, his fortunes, like others in the lumbering industry, took a negative turn as the sources of lumber diminished. Sauntry attempted other business ventures, including iron mining, but these efforts were not able to turn the profits of the previous years. Whether directly connected to his financial fortunes or not, in November, 1914, Sauntry checked into the Ryan Hotel in St. Paul and committed suicide. Eunice left the Stillwater home, moving to St. Paul to take up residence with her sister Melvina, by now the proprietor of a corset and lingerie business. The home, which remained associated with the Recreation Hall into the 1920s, was- afterward owned by Margaret Kaiser, the 20-year- younger widow of lumberman Reinhard (Reichard) J. Kaiser, who died in 1919. (The Kaisers previously occupied the William City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Bronson/Otis Staples mansion at 312 West Elm, now razed.) Census and city directory records indicate that she occupied the gymnasium with her adult children and sold the house to county attorney P. Milton Lindbloom and his wife, Lillian, a music teacher. Census and city directory listings indicate that the house, valued at $10,000 in 1930, was subdivided into three or four apartments as early as the 1930s, with the Lindblooms remaining through the 1950s. After a series of different owners, in 1999 the current owners of the house opened a distinguished bed and breakfast and today maintain the home as it was at the height of its elegance. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Janisch, Kris. "Peeking into the past William Sauntry Moorish -style Gym Opens for Tour, Historical Society Benefit." Stillwater Gazette. 26 Sept. 2006. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.stillwatergazette.com /articles/2006/09/26/news/news400.txt>. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Palmer, Kim. "Palaces on the Prairie." StarTribune.com: News, Weather, Sports from Minneapolis, St. Paul and Minnesota. 27 Feb. 2008. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/homegarden /15982917.html>. Peterson, Brent T. Stillwater Minnesota. A Photographic History: 1843-1993. Stillwater, MN: Valley History, 1993. Print. Roberts, Norene. North Hill (Original Town) Stillwater Residential Area Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1995. Print. "Saint CroixNSR: Historic Resource Study." U.S. National Park Service - Experience Your America. 17 Oct. 2002. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://www.nps.gov/archive/sacn/hrs/hrst.htm>. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 2803020130067 Common Property Name: Sauntry House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-427 Construction Date: 1880 Builde r: Architect: Architectural Style: Queen Anne NRHP: National Register of Historic Places - Individually Listed Property - 4/20/1982 Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Stilth ate/ enoo andmar tgPt> ► • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation ........................................ • Search Property Information 7671 Manning Ave City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Click on photo to enlarge Rutherford Cemetery Rutherford Cemetery, located on what is now the rapidly developing outskirts of Stillwater on the east side of Manning Avenue, just north of County Road #12, retains much of its original rural feel and serves as a poignant symbol of early Washington County settlement and ongoing ties among early Stillwater families. The cemetery is located on a portion of land originally set aside by settler William Rutherford in 1850 to serve families in the small neighborhood known as Greenfield, now Grant township. Rutherford first came to Stillwater from St. Louis with lumberman John McKusick, One early account notes that this elevated spot was the site of the first Rutherford home, which was destroyed by fire. While unmarked burials may have occurred early on, the first marked grave is that of Charity Jose Ramsden, who died on April 2, 1851. In about 1870, neighbors from the area gathered at William Rutherford's home to form a cemetery association. They divided the plot into 18 lots, with various members of the Rutherford, Masterman, Ramsden, Brosius, and Fairbanks families represented among others. At that point, care of the individual graves fell to family members, but there was little consistent overall care of the grounds. Family members from the area, however, often chose Rutherford as an interment site. A typical announcement read: "R. M. Jenks, a farmer, residing a few mileswest of Stillwater, died yesterday afternoon of paralysis, with which he had been afflicted for some time. Deceased resided for many years on Morgan May's farm in the town of May, and was a brother of Aid. Austin Jenks of this city. He was born in New York state and was nearly 70 years of age. The funeral will be held from the family residence at10:30 tomorrow forenoon, the interment occurring in the Rutherford cemetery." (St. Paul Daily Globe, August 18, 1898) In 1939, seven women from the area formed the "Home Cemetery Association," soon to be the "Rutherford Cemetery Association," with the goal of "perpetual care" of the site, with families donating an average of fifty dollars per lot toward this goal. Ice cream socials were also held to raise funds, and the extent of the work necessary is evident in an early history, which describes: "The men grubbed stumps, trimmed trees, leveled graves, and lower headstones. The women helped by mowing, raking, and trimming around the monuments." In 1941, William Rutherford's granddaughter, Mrs. Arthur (Vida) Vollmer, donated an addition quarter acre of land to the cemetery. By the 1950s, an official Perpetual Care fund had been established, and efforts were ongoing to solicit donations and bequests, aided by the City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information efforts of the Priscilla Club, a local ladies' aid association, and an annual Work Day Picnic brought volunteer labor to cemetery upkeep efforts. Tree planting included maple trees and cedars, which inspired a columnist with the St. Paul dispatch to extol in 1949, "A line of lofty cedars still stands sentinel duty today. And when the wind blows, as it almost always does on Rutherford Hill, the cedars hum a requiem." The annual picnic and work day remains a tradition at the cemetery today. Source(s): Empson, Don, Brent Peterson, and Joyce Welander. The Rutherford Neighborhood Statement of Significance. MS. Newman, Mildred Abbetmeyer. The Rutherford Neighborhood. 1845-1969. Stillwater: Croixside, 1969. Print. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3003020230011 Common Property Name: Rutherford Cemetery State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: Construction Date: Circa 1851 ............................................. Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information • Home ......................... • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation ......................................................... • Search Property Information 805 Abbott St W City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge The Jourdains & the Jandas The jutting, varied rooflines and busy stylishness of this house on Abbott Street nicely reflects the various histories of its owners, accommodating generations of many children and long-lived marriages. Arriving in Stillwater in about 1856 from Michigan, lumberman Peter Jourdain and his wife, Mary, first occupied the Putz house (Landmark home at 812 Harriet) with daughters Elizabeth and Rosa (adopted) beginning in 1862. Their successes were sufficient to allow them to build this fashionable Eastlake/Stick-style home sited amid six lots in about 1880. While never as well known as other lumber barons, Peter Jourdain owned a "logs and lumber" business with Samuel Mathews, occupying an office at 110 South Main Street. Some records suggest that Peter was the son of a voyageur, and his marriage to French- speaking Mary De Mars meant that the family had less in connnon with many Eastern and Protestant establishment lumber families in the St. Croix Valley. The Jourdains enjoyed community events, including their attendance at St. Josephs Catholic church-- the "French church" as noted in the St. Paul Daily Globe (June 12, 1884). At one church bazaar, the young "Misses Jourdain" were among those selected for inclusion in a contest for the "most popular and best looking lady, [causing] quite a furor among the young gents." The furor seems to have been justified, as daughter "Lizzie" wed suitor Alexander Richard in 1886. "After the ceremony at the church there was served at the Jourdain residence, corner of Martha and Abbot Streets, an elegant wedding breakfast, only the immediate family of the bride an a few most intimate friends being present." (St. Paul Daily Globe, May 5, 1886) Through the 1890s, the house was occupied by various members of the extended Jourdain family, as the Jourdains are said to have adopted six nieces and nephews upon the death of Peter's brother and sister-in-law, with a "boys dormitory" in the attic. Nephews Clarence and Louis Jourdain served as clerks with local businesses. City directory entries indicate that household business was attended to by various young "domestics," including Marie Cennat in 1890 and Augusta Ingstrom in 1894, likely under the supervision of Mary Jourdain. By 1910, the elderly Jourdains (with Peter age 77, his wife Mary age 80) still occupied the home, with census records indicating that they were attended by 28-year-old niece, Olivia. In 1911, the Jourdains were able to celebrate 50 years of marriage. Peter died in 1916, his City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information wife in 1919. Both outlived daughter Elizabeth's husband, Alexander, who died in 1910, leaving her with eight children. The 1920 census suggests she occupied this home or a nearby home (812 in census) on Abbott at this time. In 1923, Elizabeth Richard sold the home to the Janda family; she died in August, 1924. The house soon became known as the "Janda house," thanks to Louis and Mary Janda's prominent community roles as proprietors of the downtown Janda's Department Store. The Janda family occupied the home with seven children. By 1924 they contracted with local builder Emil Biegung for $1000 to add a room on the second floor, as well as a sleeping porch, a fashionable architectural element considered conducive to healthful sleeping. By 1930, three adult children still lived in the home, then valued at $7000, with their parents. Daughters Marcella and Colletta had joined the Janda enterprise and purchased the store when Louis died in 1935. Marys death occurred in 1941. Upon Marcella's death in 1976, the house was sold to the Foster family, who were also able to celebrate 50 years of marriage while living in the home. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Empson, Don. A History of the Holcombe's Additions Residential Area, Stillwater, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 1999. Print. Folsom, William H. C. "Fifty Years in the Northwest." The Online Books Page. Web. 22 Apr. 2011. <http://onlinebooks.library.upenn.edu/webbin /book/lookupid?key=olbp17210>. Larson, Paul Clifford. Stillwater's Lumber -Boom Architecture: An Annotated Photographic Essay. 1975. MS. St. Croix Collection, Stillwater Public Library. Peterson, Brent T. Stillwater: the next Generation : Stories from Minnesota's Birthplace. Stillwater, MN: Valley History, 2004. Print. US Federal Census. Various years. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 333020210036 Common Property Name: Janda House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-833 Construction Date: 1880 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Stick Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/6/2011 City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information A �tifl�uate�� Heirloom Landma Sites Pyogi • Home • Properties • About the Program • Rehabilitation .................................................................. • Search Property Information 904 3rd St S City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Click on photo to enlarge Joy, Frank and Mary, House David Tozer, a lumberman and real estate speculator, built a number of houses in this neighborhood (and lived for many years at 704 South Third Street). He purchased Lots 1 & 2, Block 13 in August of 1873. Within a year, he had built a cubed Italianate house with its typical hip roof that was to take the number 904 South Third Street. The tax assessor, making his rounds in 1874, penciled in a note "$1000 added for house." But it appears the house was enlarged (or finished) shortly thereafter for in May of 1875, Tozer leased the property "together with the dwelling house thereon" to Frank and Mary Joy. Ultimately, the house became a pleasant three bay Italianate with a step down addition in the rear and an open front porch. In 1893, a tornado swept through Stillwater, and although the home did not sustain much damage, "a board fully sixteen feet in length was carried by the wind and deposited underneath the eaves of Frank Joy's home on South Third street." (St. Paul Globe, July 15, 1893). Frank and Mary were both Yankees from Maine, then in their early 30's. The rent on the house was $20.00 per month, however, the lease stipulated, Joy could purchase the house for $2,400 any time within two years, less the amount of rent already paid. Joy also got permission to build a stable on the two lots. But it was March of 1878 before Joy received the Warranty Deed on his purchase. By 1880, the couple had comfortably settled in with no children, but a 20-year-old Irish servant, Katie Moarity, looked after them as well as boarder A. Harper, a commission merchant. In the late 1880's, Frank Joy was president of the Stillwater Construction & Furnishing Company, which did a good deal of business in this immediate neighborhood. From 1883 to 1895, Frank was also chief of the Stillwater Fire department. By 1900, Frank also was an insurance agent, doing well enough to have servant Ida Lund and coachman Charles Danielson as live-in help. In 1910, Louis Hoppe provided household help. Perhaps most notable about the Joys was the literal way in which they expressed their name. Local news accounts are full of recreational and social activities which the Joys organized or in which they participated. As early as 1878, the St. Paul Globe noted: "Dudley Hersey and Will Capron are busily engaged making the arrangements for that big masquerade. It is intended to make this the grandest affair of its kind ever had in Minnesota, and the committee are the men to do it. Frank Joy has charge of the costume department, and is ready to accommodate everybody that wishes one." (Feb 19, 1878) The following year, Frank coordinated a "social hop" to benefit the coronet band. In 1884, the newspaper recorded his attendance at the Universalist society supper, joking: "The odd five cents were extorted from Chief Engineer Frank Joy, on account of the extra quantity of City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Boston baked beans that was required to appease the cravings of his ravenous appetite." Frank was also involved in the organization of the Stillwater baseball club, the Stillwater Toboggan Club, and the library committee. He also owned a race horse named Adler. He and his wife gave frequent card parties in their home, including those for the No Name Whist club. Frank died in 1913, and Mary remained in the home until her death in 1924. By the mid-1930s, the home was occupied by school superintendent Guy Smith and family, who previously had been renting a home on Oak Street. Some thirty years later, another educator, junior high coach and teacher Joseph Samuelson, moved into the home with his wife, Eleanor, and three children, and Mrs. Samuelson has celebrated fifty years in the home. Source(s): City Directory. Stillwater: R. L. Polk and, Various. Print. Empson, Don. The East Half Of The Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter Addition Residential Area, Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota. City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Committee. Stillwater, MN, 2003. Print. Washington County Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 3303020110071 Common Property Name: Joy, Frank and Mary, House State Historic Preservation Office Inventory Number: WA-SWC-1465 Construction Date: 1874 Builder: Architect: Architectural Style: Italanate Property information and narrative was compiled by: Carmen Tschofen - 5/30/2011 Map data ©20t City of Stillwater HPC -- HHLS Website -- Property Information Adolphus and Aurora Hospes House Adolphus C. Hospes was the son of Louis Hospes; the family came to Stillwater in 1854 so that Louis could supervise the construction of the Schulenberg and Boeckler lumber mill. Aurora was the daughter of lumber baron Isaac Staples. Adolphus was involved in various merchandising business pursuits, but in 1885 was also appointed to the first of two consecutive terms as Surveyor General. The 1890 Stillwater Lumberman listed him as a wholesale grocer, and he later replaced pioneer John Proctor as the secretary of the St. Croix Boom Company. He also served as city treasurer as well as treasurer of the Staples Atlee mill. Local legend suggests that this orate and multi -gabled Queen Anne was a wedding gift from Staples to the couple, however, the wedding date of 1870 does not bear this out. As reported in the St. Paul Globe, Dec 15, 1884, A.C. Hospes built a home at 112 West Mulberry, considered "among the finest residences" built that year. The paper also reported a $2,500 addition by contractor William M. May to the home of "A. Hospes" in that same year. Sanborn maps show this home located on Lot 6 of Block 15. The Hospeses constructed a new home on Lots 7, 8, and 9 ca. 1895. The Stillwater city directories list this 4th Street address as the home of Adolphus Hospes beginning in 1896, and Sanborn maps show the home in 1898, with the house at 112 Mulberry apparently razed or relocated. At the same time, Adophus' difficult health reached a critical phase, with frequent trips to Chicago for treatment. Aurora travelled extensively with various family members at the turn of the century, suggesting that the home was not fully occupied on a regular basis. Her travels reflected the Staples and Hospes fortunes, including an extended visit to Europe in 1900, the Bermuda Islands in March of 1903, and a visit to Yellowstone in August. In 1904, she spent several months in California. While at home, she frequently entertained with card parties. In 1910, the census indicates Aurora was living here with one of her three children, Louis, as well as coachman Chris Christianson and domestic Alvina Holander. Adolphus died in 1911. In 1912, Aurora Hospes was living at the house when her automobile caught fire on May 9 with a loss of $2,000. Aurora died in 1921. Sometime thereafter the home was sold to George E. Wilson, a lifelong employee and general manager and secretary of the Northwest Threshing Company. Wilson died in 1928. Wife Caroline and son Drawer occupied the home in 1930, with the home's preservation perhaps owing in part to Drawer Wilson, who was an architect. Resources: Larson North Hill Survey Brunswick House narrative Julius Brunswick followed the path of many early Stillwater residents. He immigrated to the United States from his native Switzerland, spending one year in Illinois before relocating to Stillwater at the age of 21. One biography notes that "he engaged in lumbering, farming, merchandising, and dealing in pine lands." Ten years later, in 1859, he married Margaret Darms, with seven children following: John, Anna, Rosa, Albert, Clara, Emma and Minnie (Molly). Misfortune eventually befell the family, with Julius dying in his home in 1874. The following year, fire destroyed part of the house, leaving Margaret with $2000 of damage, and only $1000 in insurance payments. By 1880, both Margaret and oldest daughter Anne were listed as housekeepers in the census, although it was ore likely that they were "keeping house," as settlements from Julius' railroad lands and estate seemed to provide ample income. On March 12, 1889, the St. Paul Globe noted: "Mrs. Julius Brunswick contemplated the erection this season of a substantial business block on her Main street lot adjoining the First National bank." The Brunswick Block is located at 209-211 South Main. While Margaret died in 1923, the Brunswick daughters, all five of whom remained unmarried, continued to occupy the home into the 1950s, with varying occupations and their parents' entrepreneurial drive. By 1930, Anna was a real estate agent, and the two youngest daughters were listed in the census as artists. An anonymous note found among the family estate papers, apparently written during Prohibition, suggests other income as well: "Miss Brunswick- C Hasley sells liquor in the filling station on your property and he is going to be arrested and if he is the government can take your property away from you and close the filling station." This "filling station" was likely a reference to building immediately east of the Brunswick house, which became an auto showroom sometime in the 1910s, and the repair shops which completely filled the adjacent lot behind the house. It is unclear whether a very early building on this site (built by carpenter Carl Penny) was removed or incorporated into the simple Greek Revival house, which some consider to be the oldest surviving wooden structure in Stillwater. The house in its present form dates to 1856; the small addition on the western side is noted on the 1884 Sanborn map. Resources: Folsom, Henry Carman et al. Fifty Years in the Northwest Easton, Augustus B. History of the St. Croix Valley, Volume 1 Spaceman7's photostream on Flickr Larson manuscript Luke B. Castle first came to the United States from Quebec, immigrating to Grand Rapids, Michigan and serving in the Civil War with the Sixteenth Regiment in 1864. Following his war experience, he returned to Quebec, but in 1867 moved to Stillwater. While trained in Quebec as a cooper, Castle's career in Stillwater followed the lumber, and the 1870 census indicates he resided in a boarding house while serving as a timber explorer and surveyor for the United States Government. Seeing the potential of the industry, he soon went in to lumbering and logging for himself, building a lumber mill in South Stillwater with David C. Gaslin, which later became part of the Tozer lumber concern. He then moved into the production end of the cycle, working in the sash, door and blind business from 1874 to 1886. Expanding from the sale of parts of home to the houses themselves, he entered the real estate and insurance business. In 1890 he also operated the Castle Bros. flour and feed business with Nelson 0. Castle. Undoubtedly the angular Queen Anne house at 651 South Broadway with its multiple gables and prominent, wrapped and columned porch with dentiled overhangs provided an excellent advertisement for his products, as well as an indication of the success someone with such a thorough knowledge of the lumber industry could achieve. Having purchased lots from Emma Nelson, the daughter of Socrates Nelson, in 1878, he erected the house in 1879. Castle married Nannie Getchell in 1872. Nannie was the daughter of a Maine lumberman who had followed the timber to Stillwater by 1857, and a former Andersonville (Fort Sumter) captive who had served in the Civil War for three years. The home was soon occupied by a daughter, Shirley, and sons Fayette and Earl, and by 1910 the family had been joined by 10-year-old ward Irene Nelson. One turn -of -the -century photograph (MHS: Location no. GV3.13 p39) shows a group of five boyish "football players" in quilted knee pants and stocking caps, posed by the home's front porch. The home was also supported by at least one live-in servant, including Amelia Nelson in 1898 and Clara Peterson in 1900., and Richard Falk in 1910. Nannie Castle was modestly active in civis affairs, and a member of the Minnesota Territorial Pioneers Association. The extended Castle family was also present in Stillwater, with Luke's mother, Rosetta, occupying a home on Third Street with four adult children, including Nelson, lawyers James and Ira, and daughter Ida with husband T.E. Fellows. Castle held several prominent roles in the community, serving as city assessor from 1894 to 1898, and he was an elected county commissioner from 1906 to 1911. His son, Fayette, joined him in business, but his son Earl suffered at early death in 1907, joining two other Castle children who had died in infancy. Luke Castle died in 1924, Nannie in 1935. (The census lists them as still living in the home in 1920.) Chalmers narrative 821 South Third Street 1895 821 South Third Street The first home at 821 South Third Street originally had the house number, 743 South Third Street. William Foran, a raftsman, and later, a foreman for Isaac Staples, purchased Lots 16,17,18, 19 for the astounding price of $2400, which included an $850 house on Lot 16. That high price for these lots is reflected in subsequent annual tax assessor's records. In any case, Foran lived in a house at the address, 743 South Third Street in the 1880's. In the summer of 1895, this house was moved south to Block 1, Lot 20 of Marsh's Addition. (Today this is the location of a newer house built in 1955 at 1117 Fifth Street South). In its place, William Chalmers, president of the St. Croix Lumber Company, had a $3,500 house built by local contractors Adolph Sprich and Eugene Schmidt. The St. Paul Globe noted: "William Chalmers, of the St. Croix Lumber company, contemplates the erection of a very handsome residence on South Third street. The plans have not yet been perfected, but the building will be a model of elegance."(March 30, 1895) According to the building permit, the house was to be 28 feet by 42 feet, 2 stories, with a cellar floor of concrete. The Queen Anne home has Palladian windows and other features typical to the style, with fish scale shingles, a tower and an open porch. A native of Canada, William Chalmers came to Stillwater from Michigan in 1854. He partnered with Louis Torinus in the operations of the St. Croix Lumber Company. At the turn of the century he became one of the directors of the First National Bank of Stillwater. While he never married, the house on 3rd Street was likely a lively one, as by 1900 he shared the residence with his nephew, William H. Chalmers, William's wife Nettie (Antoinette Holmes), and their children James W. Bessie M., Helen, and servant Hilda Swanson. Nettie entertained in the home as was fashionable in the era, including card parties and church groups. William Chalmers also gave his nephew's family plenty of space in the home, as he spent several months of the year in California (and venturing to Honolulu in 1899), often in the company of David Tozer. In the next decade, William H. died, but the family remained in the home, with Bessie listed as Mrs. Elizabeth Fitton, with her daughter Ethel. By 1920, William Chalmers had died, but Nettie, her daughter and granddaughter remained in the home, along with a second family, Walter and Ruth Kaiser. Walter is listed in the census as a manufacturer of boxshooks, which are lengths of lumber cut according to order for later assembly into boxes. In 1930, the home was rented to George Burns, a teamster, and his wife Deborah and son Thomas. There were also three lodgers in the home. Sources: Empson, Don East 1/2 Churchill Easton History of the St. Croix Valley Cutler narrative The Stillwater Republican newspaper of November 16, 1869, carried this note about the house: A FINE RESIDENCE "The residence of our worthy postmaster, [H].D. Cutler, Esq., on the corner of Chestnut and Third streets is fast approaching completion, and when completed will be one of the finest residences in our city. The main part of the house is 23 by 33, two stories high, with eleven feet ceiling for the first story and ten for the second. The L part is 18 by 23, with another L 12 by 18 for a wood shed. The cellar extends under the main part and first L of the house and has a solid substantial stone wall all around it. It is conveniently arranged in all its apartments, having plenty of those indispensables to a convenient house, closets, pantries, e&c. The painting and graining was done by Mr. Webster of Webster Bros., whose card can be found in this paper, and is the finest specimen of graining that we have seen in our city. The front doors are to be double, with French plate glass, while the windows will also be of the French style. The entire cost of the house will be five thousand dollars." Apparently the building was slow work because a year later on November 3, 1870, The Stillwater Republican made the following comparison: "The house that looks to us more like a Minneapolis house than any other that we have seen lately is the new one which Postmaster Cutler is just completing at the corner of Third and Chestnut streets. It is built in the modern style, and is quite an ornament to the city." The boxy ltalianate house is distinguished by its well-preserved, double -bracketed cornice and ornamental window surrounds. The Cutlers also installed a stone walk and ornamental fence soon after the house was built. In 1870, the Cutler household included Henry Dwight in his distinguished if not necessarily well -paid role as postmaster, and wife, Maria (nee Vorhes), whose father originally owned the land on which the house was constructed. They had various servants over time, including Matilda Owen, a Swedish immigrant. Mary Packingham, a seamstress, also lived in the home, although whether as household help or lodger is not clear.. Miss Eliza Cutler is noted in residence here in an 1876 city directory. By 1880, the household increased in size substantially, including the Cutlers and their daughter Sophia, with the head of household now listed as harness maker and brother-in-law John Foster, with his wife Elizabeth and their six children. By 1890, Mary Elliot, a window, and Frank Elliot, a telephone operator, were listed in residence at this address, as was David Michaud in 1900. In 1901, the house was sold to Bourdagh; their name is still associated with the building. John Bourdagh initially came to Stillwater at the age of 14, like hundreds of other to be employed in the lumber industry. He later became a clothing salesman. In 1894, John also became involved in training and selling racehorses. He married Rose Caplazi, a dressmaker, in 1895, Local history accounts suggest that the large rooms on the main floor provided space for up to 25 seamstresses, with a front room serving as a fiting room. The Bourdaughs had one son, Clarence, and supplemented their income by taking in roomers, perhaps reflected in a small side addition around 1910. John Bourdagh died in 1921. With the property valued at $10,000, Rose took on even more boarders, both men and women, with eight listed in 1930. Rose died in 1931, and the home eventually passed to daughter-in-law Neva Bourdaughs. In 1984, a large addition that echoes the architectural details of the original building was constructed to the west. Today, now known as the Piper Jaffrey building, the Cutler house is still an ornament to the downtown area. Resources: Don Empson U.S Census Sanborn Insurance maps Larson manuscript Dutchtown house narrative This is a small broadside house with a door in the middle, and a matching window on each side of the door, the whole symmetrical; the most common house type in Dutchtown. This is perhaps the most original of these small houses. On the north side, there is a hatch instead of a window. This was one of a series of small identical houses that were built on Schulenburg Alley. The property was owned by the Schulenburg and Boeckeler Mill Company until 1902 and this appears to be a typical house that was built by the Mill Company to house the workers. What appears to be this house, and others of this type are illustrated in the insert of the 1870 Birds Eye View Map. A very similar house remains at 2021 Schulenburg Alley although it has been remodeled. In August of 1902, George Atwood, current owner of the old Schulenburg and Boeckeler Mill and all its property, sold off the lots in Dutchtown to the people who had been Living there for decades. Records suggest that this home was first sold to Edward Teska, and then to John Schroeder, a tailor for FC Cutler, who lived there from 1894 through at least 1930. In 1910, in addition to John and wife Mary, the three Schroeder children were involved in the restaurant business, with son Otto listed as the proprietor, son Alfred as the cook, and daughter Male as the waitress. In 1920, Alfred H. had become a steel plant worker, living in the home with his parents. The 1930 census lists 80-year old John and 76-year old wife Mary living in the home, valued at $500. John died in 1933. Resources: Empson, Dutchtown Glaspie narrative 1888 719 S. Third Street The 1872 Stillwater Tax Assessor's record indicates a $200 improvement on Lots 24 & 25, Block 3, with the word "house" penciled in. Allen & Martha Arnold were the owners of the property, but two years later, in August of 1874, they sold the property to a single man, Charles McKenzie for $800. The 1877 Stillwater City Directory lists Charles McKenzie, a laborer, living on the corner of 3rd & Locust streets, while a Daniel McKenzie, a mill hand, was living on the east side of 3rd, south of Goodwood [Willard] which would fit the number 719 S. Third Street. In July of 1888, Charles McKenzie, still single and now living in Duluth, sold the property to John & Kate Glaspie for $1625, a price that indicates there was a house on the two lots. However what house there may have been was demolished, for a building permit taken out in September of 1888 details a new house being constructed for John Glaspie on these two lots. This new house, a large Queen Anne with a tower and decorative shingles and windows, was two stories in height, 35 feet by 48 feet, and valued at $5,000, a very expensive house for the time. At the same time, Glaspie also had a $1,000 one -and -a -half story barn, 22 feet by 27 feet constructed as well as a $200 wood shed. The contractor for all three was Thomas Sutherland, who lived only a short distance away at 1009 S. Fourth Street. Sutherland built several other houses in the neighborhood. (see index). In 1921, local carpenter, Emil Bieging was paid $350 to put hardwood floors on the first floor. John and/or Kate Glaspie are credited with the construction of several notable houses in Stillwater, including those at 806, 808, and 815 and South 2nd Street. [all heritage homes]. John dealt extensively in real estate, with several deals for Main Street frontage and buildings noted in local papers. Most notable, however, was the extensive lawsuit of J.S. Keator and Son against John Glaspie and a business associate beginning in 1889. Dragging on through several levels of the courts, the plaintiffs alleged that Glaspie misrepresented the amount of timber on land he sold them. Ultimately a judgment of $9000 against Glaspie was upheld in 1892. Glaspie threatened a further appeal, but was killed suddenly in a rail accident. The newspaper reported: DEATH IN A SLEEPER John Glaspie, the Lumberman, Killed in an Accident on the Northwestern. His Car Runs Into a Freight, and His Neck Apparently Broken An accident occurred on the Northwestern road, near Baraboo. Wis., at 11:30 Satur day night, in which John Glaspie, the well- known millionaire lumberman, of this city, was instantly killed. J. McKusick, manager of the Musser- Sauntry Logging company's business in this city, was a passenger on the train, and gave the following descrip tion of the accident to a Globe re porter: "Mr. Glaspie and myself were riding in the same sleeper, and, after smoking and chatting a while together, we went to bed. Our berths were opposite each other, and I had just closed my eyes in sleep when I was startled by a crash, and in the twinkling of an eye 1 rushed from my birth. All the lights in the car were extinguished, but I could see that one side of the car was torn to pieces. 1 knew that Mr. Glaspie occupied the first birth on the broken side of the coach, but in the darkness 1 could see nothing. Some one brought a lantern, and we succeeded in carrying the injured from the car, which was then ablaze. Mr. Glas pie's body was removed last, but it is impossible for me to say how he met his death. 1 thought that his head struck some iron rod or that his neck was broken by striking against the box car. He was dead, at any rate, and we packed his remains in ice and brought them here." The accident was caused by the coach leaving the track, either from a broken rail or a broken wheel. There was a freight train standing on the side track, and the front end of the sleeper crushed against the roar box car with force enough to shatter the sleeper into pieces. Three other passengers were injured, but none of them seriously. Mr. Glaspie was about forty years of age, and has been a resident of Still water for many years. He was well known in nearly all parts of the United States, having followed the race meet ings extensively last season, and his last trip to Chicago was made for the purpose of transferring his running horses to the South." (St. Paul Globe, March 6, 1893). Shortly thereafter, Kate Glaspie contracted for a house at 815 2nd Street, where she moved with her children. The home was occupied at the turn of the century by David Carmichael, a clothing manufacturer, along with his wife, Rebecca, and children Robert, Frederick, Isaac and Louis, and servant Sophie Berg. David died in 1908, and occupancy after this through the 1930s is unclear. Sources Empson East half Churchill Nelson Hersey, Dudley narrative 1204S3rd 1874 An house of unusual appearance in that from the front it appears to be a typical Italianate cube, the roof forms a gable to the side under which is a two story bay which stops short of the roof line. The house extends toward the back under a different roof line, beyond which is a one story addition. (Two large picture windows on the first floor are alterations not in keeping with the style.) The interior is notable for its two fireplaces. In 1874, the assessed value of Lots 1 & 2 jumped from $40 to $1,740, an indication of the fine house the 27 year -old Dudley Hersey built here. In 1883, the tax assessor valued the property at $1900. The house was almost eclipsed, however, by an enormous barn assessed at about the same value, built behind the house on Lots 16- 18. Hersey was the son of Samuel Hersey, the founder of the Hersey, Staples sawmill and the Hersey and Staples Addition. While he was listed as a business partner in the Hersey Bean Lumber company and appeared regularly at business meetings, he and his wife, Arvilla Estelle, were never listed in the census at this address, and spent much of their time after about 1885 on their farm in the eponymous Arvilla, North Dakota, where Dudley was also a "prominent grocer," and in St. Paul, where they stayed regularly at the Aberdeen Hotel. He died in St. Paul, September 24, 1900, age 53. Instead, by the early 1890s, Frank Comfort and his family made their home here, where they remained for over 30 years. Born in Wisconsin and originally trained as a turner and machinist, he also studied civil engineering and eventually began a law practice in Stillwater, where he frequently represented lumber interests and in the 1890s was city attorney. In 1883 he married Elisa Hebenstreet, and together they raised three sons and two daughters in the home (Hollis M., Russel D., Atwood V., Francis V., and Helen D.). After Elisa's death in 1923, Helen remained in the home as a housekeeper for her father. Resources Empson Don Hersey Staples addition Marquis The book of Min Hersey, Roscoe narrative The Roscoe Hersey house is on e of many fine examples in Stillwater of how those who benefitted from lumbering fortunes were able to indulge in the height of architectural fashion. This home actually housed three wealthy lumbermen and their families in succession: Roscoe Hersey (1878-1890); John G. Nelson (1890- 1900) and James Edward McGrath. Although this house suffered a fire in 1926 and a third story was later removed, the 1878 Eastlake/Queen Anne styling of architect George Orff is still significant enough to garner a listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Roscoe was the son of Samuel Hersey, Isaac Staples' business partner. His new house was constructed in almost solitary splendor atop a hill, overlooking the newly finished courthouse. Hersey was engaged in lumbering as a partner with Bean and Brown, and was serving a state senator as the house was constructed. Architect Orff may well have been drawn to Stillwater by Roscoe and brother Edward, who also commissioned a house from him, as all three were originally from Bangor, Maine. The carved window brackets, friezes and scrolled brackets are strong ornamental elements on the exterior of the house, and the interior was similarly elaborate in terms of carved woodwork, a stained and painted glass window in the stairwell, and numerous fireplaces. In 1880, the extensive Hersey household consisted of Roscoe and wife Eva, daughters Jenny and Eva, son Burnett, coachman Henry Munk and servants Jane Welch and Jennie Machah. The home was the site of Samuel Hersey's wake, with the St. Paul Globe reporting: "During the day the residence of Col. Hersey was crowded with friends who came to take the last look of one whom they all loved, and the esteem in which he was held was shown in a small manner by the variety and num ber of the handsome floral offerings, in which the body was lying being filled to overflowing. As the funeral was expected to be strictly private, only a few besides the immediate friends accompanied the remains to the cemetery, but here a large concourse had assembled, and the bowed heads and tearful eyes showed that they all mourned the loss of a friend, and their tears mingled. "(Dec. 5, 1884) On a happier note, John G. Nelson's family celebrated a wedding in the home. The Nelson household included of wife Johanna, five children, and two household staff.. In 1895, the oldest daughter, Catherine, was married in the home to Schuyler Colfax. The St. Paul globe reported: "One of the prettiest weddings ever celebrated in this city occurred at noon yesterday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John G. Nelson, on South Fourth street, their eldest daughter, Catherine, a younglady of refinement, becoming 'the wife of Schuyler Colfax, of South Bend, Ind. It was a home affair, but was decidedly pretty and impressive, the interior of the house being deco rated with a magnificent display of flowers, plants, etc. In the hallway 'there was a profusion of smilax and the mandolin orchestra which discoursed sweet strains of music after the ceremony was completely hidden behind a wealth of ferns, palms and flowers. The knot was tied by Rt. Rev. Bishop M. N. Gilbert of St. Paul, assisted by Rev. A. D. Stone, of this city, and the bride looked very pretty in her magnificent gown of ivory white satin with pearl lace trimmings and a tulle veil. Miss Alice Nelson, a sister of the bride, was the maid of honor, and Misses Lillian Merrill and Estelle Nelson were flower girls. The groom's best man was Horace Birdsell of South Bend. ..About seventy-five of the most intimate friends of the family in this city were present. The bride is a well- known young lady and has been prominent in society circles in this city and St. Paul. The groom is president of the Colfax Manufacturing company of South Bend, and is an admirable young man...." The McGrath household was of a similar size of previous families when they moved into the home, with wife Emma, children Ralph and Herbert, sisters-in-law Phena and Mary Chisholm, and servant Riena Severson listed in the 1900 census. James McGrath was more directly involved in logging in the woods, and supervised 17 logging camps on the Snake River and other locations near Pine City. The McGraths drew less attention in the local press, but remained in the home for over 35 years. Resouces: Condon Johnson Larson Roberts, Noreen South Hill Upham, Warren Minnesota Place Names Hospes, Ernest narrative 406 West Olive Ernest Hospes was vice president and manager of the Schulenberg and Boeckler lumber company, a position his father, Louis, had held since 1856. As the lumber industry declined, so did the fortunes of the company. This 1889 house is notable for its somewhat oversized and Iayered Italianate tower. It is more subdued in its detailing than many lumber -fortune homes. A rambling series of building extensions toward the back of the lot make the house considerably larger than it first appears. A one-story enclosed sun porch on the east side was added sometime between 1910 and 1924; a house immediately adjacent on the east was removed at this time as well. The family moving into the Hospes house was absent Josephine Hospes, who died unexpectedly in 1896 at the age of 35. However, daughter Pauline and mother-in- law Mary N. Stickney were part of the small household, along with servant Emma Meuster. Pauline attended Stanley Hall in Minneapolis during her school years, where she became president of the senior class. Pauline and her husband, lawyer Karl Neumier, continued to live in the home with Ernest, and by 1920, they had two children, Jospeine and Catherine, along with maid Martha Kludke. In 1922, they contracted with local builder E. H. Beigung to build a children's playhouse "apart from the residence" on their lots, and in 1924 hired Beigung again for interior remodling totaling $260. Son Karl was born in 1927 andd in 1930, the Neumeir family was attended by servants Frieda and Evelyn McCoy, with their property valued at $10,000. Ernest Hospes died in 1937. Resources Larson City of Stillwater building permits 1894, 2063 Lampi narrative This classic bungalow at 711 S Greeley was built in 1911 as a $1,000 dwelling by G. W. Tolen for his chauffeur and handyman, Herman Lampi. It is said that some of the woodwork in this house came from the old Holcombe/Nelson house that was torn down to built the Tolen mansion on Block 18.. Unlike almost every other Stillwater home, this one was built by an outside contractor: P. J. Sonnen of Minneapolis. Herman, his wife and three children , sons Arthur and William and daughter Allie were listed at this address in 1920. Lamppi's sons were about the same age as Gordon Tolen, Jr.; it would be hard to image children living in such lcose proximity without playing together. Although Lamppi's wife was not named in 1920, in 1921 a death certificate was issued for Centra (also noted as Santra on Herman's 1917 draft card) Lamppi in Washington County in 1921. The four remaining famiy members are listed at this address in 1930, with the sons working as an inspector and machinist at a local foundry. Arthur W. Lamppi was still living here in 1954; he died in 1961. Resources: Empson, Don Holcombe's Addition O'Shaughnessy narrative 703 S 3rd Discontent at living out near Lily Lake, far from downtown, the Irish born John & Mary O'Shaughnessy, aged 31 and 29, purchased Lots 28, 29, 30, Block 3 on a Warranty Deed for $500 in June of 1870, taking back a mortgage from the seller. Within a year, the tax assessor records a substantial $800 house on Lot 29 taking the number, 703 South Third Street. The classic, three -bay Italian cube has a hipped roof, center chimney and a later and fashionable entry porch, ca. 1910. By 1880, there two parents, eight children, two boarders, and a servant living in the house. John O'Shaughnessy was a prosperous dealer in boots and shoes. He was also, at one time, an agent for the new Singer Sewing Machine company, the Cascade Clothes Washer and the Cunard Mail Line Steamship Company. A small note in the Stillwater newspaper, The Republican, dated November 3, 1870 reads "Mr. J. O'Shaughnessy is this week moving into his new house out on Third Street. It is quite a tastefully built residence. We notice quite a number of new houses in that neighborhood. The suburbs are building up rapidly." The family lived there over 50 years. O'Shaughnessy served as city assessor and city clerk before being appointed as the state insurance commissioner in 1899. He was well known in town, well enough that the St. Paul Globe published the following tongue-in-cheek account in 1898: "Her name was Trilby O'Shaughnessy. She was on her way to Stillwater to join her family. She did not linger long in St. Paul, and she arrived at Stillwater last Friday. Since then John O'Shaughnessy, who not only abides in Stillwater, but has most of the town with him on pretty near any old proposition, has been having a bad time. Not that Trilby O'Shaughnessy is not a very well-conducted individual or that ever there have been any remarks made about her personally. But they have been trying to figure up at Stillwater why John should want to take her to the bosom of his family. The fact that the Stillwater Gazette and other papers have taken the matter up and talked about it does not help John any, but he will presently have to get out a card and explain where he got her and what he proposes to do with her. It might be remarked incidentally that Trilby O'Shaughnessy is as well conducted a goat as ever ate a tomato can, and that the way she wears the collar upon which her name is engraved is a pattern to all goats. (August 29, 1898) In 1925, James O'Shaughnessy spent $3,600 rearrange the interior of the house. The 13th child of this family, Ignatius Aloysius O'Shaughnessy, was to make his fortune in oil, and become a leading philanthropist of Minnesota some 75 years later. Resources Empson East Y2 Churchill Nelson Potts narrative This location overlooking the valley was originally the site of an 1870 home for Seth and Elizabeth Sawyer, with Elizabeth's real property valued at $1000. A divorce in 1879 resulted in ownership of the house remaining with Elizabeth, who promptly sold it to Philomena Potts, a Swiss immigrant, married to Philip, who, in spite of paper to the contrary, was considered the property owner. On May 28, 1879, the St. Paul Daily Globe reported that Phillip had just purchased "Mrs. Sawyer's lots on Fourth street." The next month, the Stillwater Lumberman reported: "Workman are making the dirt fly on Phillip Pott's lot on Third street and a mansard roof house will smile down on the town from there, before snow flies." (June 27, 1879) It is unclear whether this construction was replacing or adding to Potts' original cottage; narrowed paired windows in the rear portion of the home do hint at early origins, and the overall structure suggests at least three separate building phases. Indeed, the home was also remodeled in 1881, with an assessment of $2100 suggesting a substantial effort. (Philomena's real property was subsequently valued at $1000 in the 1885 state census.) This era of building included the Italianate Villa - style tower, with French Second Empire influences in the roofline and windows. Philomena occupied with home with her husband Philip and young children Minnie and Robert. In 1882, the handsome Potts home attracted some unwanted attention, as did perhaps Philomena's clothing. "A reward of $50 if offered by the chief police for the recovery of the property stolen from the residence of Phillip Potts last night. Among the property taken is one small gold watch, Swiss make, size No. 8, chased case, rope chain with slide, two or three pearls set in slide; one book pattern old gold chain with old-fashioned cross attached, with a small glass set in cross containing a lock of gray hair. Address Matt Shortall, chief of police, Stillwater, Minn. The above is only a part of the goods stolen. The residence of Mr. Phil Potts was entered by burglars Thursday night, and property consisting of watches and jewelry, valued at about $200, stolen. The job was undoubtedly done by professionals. An entrance was gained by turning the key in the door with a pair of burglars' nippers. Once inside the precaution was exercised to guard against surprise by placing a chair in the hall over which anyone approaching would stumble. The noise made would give the rascals warning of danger. The thieves probably were of the opinion that the clothes from which part of the property was taken belonged to Mr. Potts. In this they were mistaken. No clue to the robbers has been obtained. "(October 28, 1882) Philip Potts owned a wholesale liquor store in Stillwater the 1880s, undoubtedly a profitable effort in the lumbering town, and also had land holdings in St. Paul, which in 1886 was platted as the Phillip Potts Addition to West St. Paul. In 1888, the Potts family sold the home to lumberman Samuel McClure and relocated to St. Paul, with the St. Paul Daily Globe reporting: "The fine residence owned by Phil Potts, at the corner of Fourth and Oak streets, has been purchased by Samuel McClure, of the lumbering firm of Malloy Bros. & McClure. The consideration is said to be $6,500." • McClure had drifted in and out of Stillwater over many years in various business ventures, returning as an owner in Malloy Bros. and McClure. He came to Stillwater from North Branch with second wife Ida Wilkes and family. (His first wife, with whom he had five children, had died from a self-administered overdose of chloroform, which she had been using as a sleeping aid due to ill health. St. Paul Daily Globe, Feb. 21,1885) He soon became secretary and treasurer of the St. Croix Boom Company and engaged in a number of other business ventures, including mining. Ida died 1897, with the funeral held in the home. In 1900, the McClure household included adult children Elenor ("Nellie," would marry the considerably old James O'Brien in 1901, only to be widowed in 1904), George and Frank, servant Amanda Carlson, and housekeeper Maud Welch and her husband, Edward. Samuel McClure also married once again; his wife Laura was noted for giving a lawn party where the "society women of Stillwater were out in their smart gowns." Augustus B. Easton noted in 1909 that Samuel McClure "has a delightful residence on the corner of Fourth and Oak streets." By 1910, the McClure household had diminished considerably in size, with only Samuel, Laura, and servant Emma Fust listed in the census. Newspaper accounts suggest Laura spent winters in California. By 1920, the census lists Max M. Kolliner, as owner of the home. In their 50s, Kolliner and his wife, Julia had one son, 8-year-old son, Max G., and were attended by maid Madge Mills. Max, born in Milwaukee, had Austrian (Bohemian/Czechoslovakian) Jewish roots, a fairly unusual background in Stillwater. The Kolliner Bros. and Newman Company, with brothers Max and Jacob, engaged in the "manufacture of trousers, shirts, overalls, duck coats and lumbermen's clothing and the jobbing of men's furnishing goods." Their three story factory (demolished with the construction of the Washington Federal Bank in 1965) "was fitted with all the latest labor-saving machinery for manufacturing clothing and shirts; electrical cutting and sewing machines, gas -heated irons, electrical fans, steam heated and lighted by electricity, the equal of any factory building as to light and ventilation in the country." (Easton) Their retail store was a Stillwater landmark. The businesses did well, and the Kolliner family's passport applications show that they traveled to Panama, Cuba, and Jamaica in 1921, and to Europe and Egypt in 1922. In 1924, the Kolliners relocated to Palo Alto, California and Reginald Kilty had purchased the home, which he inhabited with wife Joan, young children Richard and Mary, and servant Genevieve Parent. The Kilty family was involved in "coal and oil," and, in 1930 (as in 1888), the property was valued at $6500. Reginald Kilty was active in the Stillwater American Legion, and the Kilty family still occupies the home. Resources: Easton, Augustus History of the St. Croix Valley Larson US Census Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/18924512@N00/3875551612/in/set- 72157622073498349/ From Part Two of The Valley Of The St. Croix, published in 1888 b Art Publishin • Com . an , Neenah, Wisconsin Putz narrative This very early, one -and -a -half story house with a front facing gable is tucked neatly into a quiet corner overlooking a ravine. Elizabeth Putz purchased Lot 1 of Block 7 from William Holcombe in May of 1856 for $60, and Lot 2 of the same block in September of 1856 for $50. She and her husband, Robert, (whom she married the previous year) sold those same two lots in September of 1856 for $1,000—which price more than likely meant there was a substantial house on the lots. In 1862, Peter Jourdain, along with his wife, Mary, and daughters, Elizabeth and Rosa, purchased the property for $200. It is apparent on both the 1869 and 1879 Bird's Eye View Maps, although it appears to be a larger house fronting on Abbott Street in the 1869 map. The Jourdains lived there until 1880, when they moved to a large house at 805 W. Abbott. The house was assessed at about $450 in 1880. The house then passed to Octave Willett, who had in 1879 married Mary Jane DeMars. While in 1880 Octave was listed in the census as operating an "eating house," by 1900 he was working as a carpenter and supporting at least eight children who also lived in the home. In 1886, a new 14 foot by 21 foot one-story kitchen was added to the rear of the house. Judging by the floor plan, the wood moldings, and the newel post, it appears the front (north) part of the house was remodeled in the 1890's. According to the city building permits, in 1919, the Willetts, who lived in the house for over four decades, added a bathroom to the house. In 1889 Octave was appointed by Mayor Durant to the police force as a representative of "the French population" in Stillwater. This early encounter with law enforcement duties may have influenced Octave's response to an incident in 1898, when Octave was attacked in his yard and was seriously injured. The St. Paul Globe reported: "Octave Willett is at his home... in a precarious condition, having sustained a serious injury at the hands of Jerome Crimmins, a young man, nineteen years of age. While Wiliet was working about his house last evening, a female peddler came along, and as she started to come into his yard she was tantalized by a number of boys. Willett remonstrated with them and ordered them from the yard, but Crimmins refused to go and picked up a large stone which he hurled at Mr. Willett. The missile struck him on the back of the head at the base of the brain and the skull was fractured. Crimmins was arrested this morning by Chief of Police Reeves and is locked up in the city jail." (July 7, 1898) On July 24, Octave was reported to be "delirious most of the time," and his brother was summoned by telegraph. In August, he had not sufficiently recovered to testify against Crimmins. However, he recovered, as in 1903, the paper once again reported on some misfortune, as Octave fell from a scaffold while working on the new Northwest Thresher building, resulting is bruises but no broken bones. Through the 1920s, the Willett children still living in the house were employed in various labor around Stillwater; daughter Ida was an examiner at a shirt factory, while son Freligh was a button cutter, and Gilbert a bookkeeper. Octave Willet died in 1931, his wife Mary Jane DeMars in 1935. Resources: Empson, Don Holcombe's Addition US census Register narrative 401 North 3rd The 1858 construction date for this home is reflected in the Greek Revival style, with returned eaves and front gable. Other notable details include tabbed window frames, a tripartite front entry, cornerboards,a wide frieze, and Greek Ionic capitals on the columns at the front entry. Samuel Register was a lumber barge and riverboat captain who came to Stillwater in about 1850. By 1870, with property valued at $8000, he lived in the home with his wife Minerva, five children (Mary A. , Emma S., Frank B., Charles H., and Samuel M. , with George born the following year) and the assistance of two servants (Mary Marsden and Christina Johnson) and seamstress Mary Erickson. Sometime in the late1880s, Minerva died of cancer, and in 1898, the Globe announced: "Capt. Samuel Register, a well-known river man, was married Thursday evening to Miss Annie Day, who has been his housekeeper for several years. (April 23, 1898) However, by October of 1900, the paper reported that Samuel was critically ill. He died October 10: "Samuel Register, one of the early settlers of this city, who has long been ill with Bright's disease of the kidneys, died yesterday at the family residence on North Third street. Deceased was seventy-three years of age and came to this city in 1850. He was for many years engaged in running log rafts on the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers and is well known at all points between this city and St. Louis. Deceased had a wide circle of friends in this city and was held in high esteem. He is survived by a widow, four sons and one daughter, Mrs. Edward Demary of Washington, D. C., who was at his bed side at the time of his death." Hannah (Anna) Register and her cousin, Catherine O'Neal continued to live in the home, as well as a second family at this same address, Max and Anna Brunner. Hannah died in 1925, and Samuel's grandson, Louis Register, moved in as a renter with wife Lulu and son Dale. The Brunners, including wife Anna and two children continued to rent through 1930, with Max working as a police officer. The house was bought by the Graham Gower family in 1946 (see Stillwater Gazette, October 1, 1946). Spencer narrative 205 East Walnut Street 1872 James Spencer is listed as an "explorer" in the 1870 census, a fine term for someone who sought profitable stand of pine of lumbering. By the time he and his wife Rose constructed their home on East Walnut Street in 1872, he had settled into the more regular occupation of carpentry. While the house has been dated to 1872, even as early as 1870, he had personal real estate valued at $1200. In 1876, this address was listed under Rose and James' name, noted as the corner of "2nd and Walnut," and the house has traditionally been referred to as the Rose Spencer house. The Gothic Revival cottage constructed on this relatively secluded site at the bottom of the bluff here was both fashionable and intended to portray a suburban or countrified ideal, as promoted by Andrew Jackson Downing. The steep gables and gothic windows are picturesque touches, with a small amount of stickwork enhancing the portico. Various small additions to the rear were made over time, one of the earliest, perhaps, the bay on the west side. (Larson). As early as 1888, a square, two-story structure with a one-story shed addition, likely a barn or other outbuilding, stood in the northeast corner of the lot with the number 205 1/z. By 1891, a narrow, short-lived structure stood along the rear lot line. The 1904 Sanborn map labels the square barn "ruins;" these were gone by 1910 and in their stead was a garage (gone by 1924) immediately adjacent to the rear northeast corner of the home. At about the same time, the east side sun porch was added. Ownership and occupancy in the home was a bit murky; the Spencers can by found in Stillwater through 1885, but without a specific address. The home appears to have been under the ownerships of a series of families of modest means and honest labor. The 1890 city directory notes Frank Lanners, a cook, resided here, with the paper noting in the same year, "The funeral of Mrs. Frank Lanners was held yesterday from her home on Walnut street." (St. Paul Globe, Nov. 24, 1890). By 1898, John B. Stocking, an engineer for the St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha railroad lived at this address, with wife Eudora and daughters Grace (a milliner) and Ruby. John Stocking died in 1916, and the 1920 census places Albert Peasely, a plumber with a wife and two sons, in an unnumbered house on East Walnut Street, likely this one. Finally, by 1930, the house was owned by Joseph McGee, a bricklayer. He occupied the home with his wife, Margaret (Kilty) and daughters Marjorie and Genevieve. Marjorie went on to teach at Nelson school in the 1930s, and remained in the home through the 1960s. Resources Larson St. Michael's narrative The congregation of St. Michael's church has its roots in gatherings held as missionary priests visited Stillwater in the 1840s. By the 1850s, more consistent gatherings were held in the homes of Stillwater's early Catholic settlers, particulary those of Irish descent. By 1852, Bishop Cretin established the parish, naming the first pastor and purchasing land for a church, rectory, and school from John McKusick. One early church history suggests that this first church required enlarging by 1857, and a more recent history notes that early maps eyes show "a frame church measuring about thirty by eighty feet near the middle of the block." As the town continued to grow robustly, so did the congregation, and by 1870, plans for a new a more imposing church were underway. While initial thoughts were focused on further enlarging the church on its North Hill site, by 1871, three lots had been purchased on the South Hill across from the Courthouse, and the relatively high cost of $4000. The Stillwater Messenger reported: "[The church] will be built in range work, with cut stone trimmings in the Roman style of architecture, with two front towers. Its interior will be arranged with nave and aisles, with groined arches and a gallery across the rear end." ...The plans and specifications are prepared by E.P. Bassford, Esq., of St. Paul ..." Bassford was subsequently the recipient of many large commissions, including those for Old Main at Gustavus Adolphus College (1875- 1876); the first administration building at the University of Minnesota (1885), and the Redwood County Courthouse in Redwood Falls (1891) . To support the construction, members of the congregation held elaborate fundraising fairs, some lasting several days. Pew rent, in which families "subscribed" to sit in regularly assigned pews, was another fundraising method above and beyond weekly offerings. The estimated of the cost of the new, stone church building began at $35,000, with a time frame of a year of construction under the supervision of J. Welchbilling "to complete the stone, brick, woodwork, painting and finishing of the building, not including pews." A familiar story in such projects, in actuality digging began in the fall of 1872, with a dedication held three years later. The costs to that point had ballooned to $75,000, and at that point the still church lacked the finishing touches. At some point, a school and rectory were added to the site, and a convent was located a block farther south. (All of these buildings-- or their replacements-- have been torn down, with further parish construction phases in 1959 and 2000.) The church suffered a number of financial emergencies in the 1880s as bills came due for the rapid expansion, a situation which was exacerbated by the purchase of church bells in 1883. However, these crises were gradually overcome, and church of St. Michael stands yet today as a testament to the strength this parish community. Resources: Lammers, Rita. Church of St. Michael. Stillwater, Minnesota 1853-2003. (2003) Tolen house narrative In the summer of 1911, the Holcombe/Nelson house was demolished, and Gordon Welshons Tolen built a new $15,000 house on the same site. According to the building permit, the house was 36 feet by 50 feet, 2 stories in height. The building was to have a hipped roof, and be veneered with "uneven brick." At the same time, Tolen constructed a neighboring bungalow to 711 S Greeley, which subsequently housed is chauffeur, Herman Lamppi, and his family. The contractor for both was was P. J. Sonnen of Minneapolis. In 1924, Mrs. Tolen paid $1150 to have an addition to the kitchen porch with a sleeping porch above, and remodeled the breakfast alcove. The house is on the highest point overlooking the lake, with a semi -round brick construction. The tile roof and distinctive Chateauesque construction makes this house fairly unique in Stillwater. G. V . Tolen was born in Marine on St. Croix March 6, 1880 t o James and Candace Tolen. Orphaned at the age of one, he was adopted by his maternal grandparents, Gordon and Ida Welshons. In September of 1905, he married a Stillwater woman, Lois Torinus. Like so many Stillwater residents of the day. both Tolen and his wife came from families engaged in the lumber trade. G. W. was for a time manager of a family lumber mill in Winton, Minnesota. But he is perhaps best remembered today as the founder of the Cosmopolitan State Bank in Stillwater. The Tolen household in 1910, a year before the relocated to the new house, included wife Lois and son Gordon , Jr. , soon to be joined by sisters Lois and Helen. Mother Helen Grimes and servant Nora Garrity were also part of the household in 1920. Gordon died at the age of 39, while his wife outlived him by 50 years, dying in 1969. In 1954, Walter Nelson, a Stillwater businessman and entrepreneur, purchased the Tolen house and property from Mrs. Tolen. He converted the house into apartments, and in 1955, he platted the surrounding six acres of property, once the Holcombe estate, now the Tolen estate, as Walter Nelson's Addition, carving out 17 irregular lots. In order to give access to these lots, he had to extend Owens Street south, and Abbott Street west. Exactly 100 years after being settled as the Holcombe Estate, this piece of property became Walter Nelson's Addition. Resources: Empson, Don Holcombe Addition Torinus narrative The architecture of the Torinus house is comprised of mixed stylistic references similar to the mansions of the Hersey brothers. The porch pediment calls on the Gothic, the tower and main gable suggest the Chateauesque movement, and the porch is given a somewhat neoclassical treatment with Ionic columns and a simple cornice point. The stone parapet is particularly distinctive, especially when contrasted with the wooden elements elsewhere on the exterior. Louis Ernest Torinus is the second of several generations of sons with the same name. His father, Louis Ernest Torinus, was a German from Russia. The first Torinus came to America with his family when he was quite young, settling in Ohio, and he arrived in Stillwater in 1855 at the age of 21 He was employed as a laborer on the government road between Point Douglas and Superior and later tooks several jobs in the lumbering industry, eventually becoming a supplier to lumber camps, a lucrative endeavor. He married Helen Mower, daughter of lumberman John E. Mower, in 1854, and succeeded in became one of several who made vast fortunes through the lumbering business and fortuitous marriage. Son Louis Ernest was born in 1872, one of four children, and followed in his father's footsteps. City directories indicate that Louis had maintained a residential presence in the city by boarding at his widowed mother's house, the first Torinus home at 408 North 3rd Street, but lived in Minneapolis with his wife, Mary Matthews. In 1901, the St. Paul Globe announced: "L. E. Torinus, of Minneapolis, will remove to Stillwater in a few days, and will make this city his future home." (March 10, 1901) Torinus promptly built a new house. (His parents' house later became a funeral home and then was torn down around 1970 to make way for apartments.) By 1906, a third Louis E. Torinus had been born into the family, following sister Grace. In 1920, mother in law Stella Matthews lived with the family, and they were assisted by domestic Katherine Holmes. In 1930, they boarded two public school teachers, Irene Helgen and Gladys Leadholm. (The property was valued at $10,000 at that time.) In general, the family seems to have had a lower profile in Stillwater than many other lumber families. News accounts suggest that they spent approximately six months of winter in Los Angeles, and a good part of the summer at property in Winton, Minnesota. L.E. Torinus died in 1951, Mary in 1953. Resources: Easton, Augustus History of the St. Croix Valley Vol 1 Tozer narrative 704 South 3rd This 1874 Italianate cube include arched windows, a stylish portico, and a new bay on the ell. There are also other additions to the back. David Tozer was one of Stillwater's wealthy lumberman, founding a mill and becoming the owner of the Stillwater Lumber Company. David and Margaret Tozer bought Lots 1, 2 & 3, Block 4, from Edmund and Augusta Butts in April of 1868 for $300. David was age 45 at this time, a prosperous lumberman who believed in owning real estate. Tozer was an early investor in the South Hill, buying a number of lots in this immediate area in the late 1860's before the Courthouse and Central School were built. On most of his lots he built rental property, but on these lots he built his own rather (for the day) sumptuous brick house in 1874, a house valued about $2,500 by the tax assessor. One historian suggests that Stillwater masonry contractor Anton Krenz did the brickwork. In the fall of 1888, Tozer took out a building permit to allow Sven Berglund, a local carpenter and contractor, to build a $1,000, one-story 18 foot by 29 foot addition (with a porch in front) to the house to serve as a library. Like the original house, this addition would be brick veneer. The size of the original house is noted in the permit as being two-story, 28 feet by 30 feet with a hip roof. This estate, which came to include lots 27-30 behind the house, took the number 704 South Third Street. David was born in New Brunswick; his wife's family was from Scotland by way of Canada. In 1880, they had four children living in the house with them: David, Jr., 16; Fred, 9; Julia, 6; and Olive, 3. There were in addition two servants: Amelia Gaudiere, 19 and John Parant, 22. Julia later married xxx McCuish, living at [another landmark home]. David died in 1905. Son Fred drowned in a sailing accident in 1907 in Balsam Lake, WI. Also in 1907, Olive married Grant Waldref, from whom she was divorced on grounds of desertion in 1910. In 1916, she went to court to secure full custody of their son. Margaret lived in the home until her death in 1916 with son David, and daughter Olive down the block at 628 South 3rd. David continued to live in the home, and in 1936, in the midst of the great depression, Olive paid local contractor Edwin Olsen, almost $11,000 for "complete remodeling of present building both inside & exterior, addition of 9x10 to main building and a 20x20garage, also new." Today the Tozer Foundation offers college scholarships to students from Washing, Pine and Kanabec counties. Resources: Empson East 1/z Churchill Larson Warner narrative The wonderful little $200 Greek Revival home at 717 W. Churchill Street was built by Jacob Marty who purchased the property from William Holcombe for $64 on November 5, 1856. Marty immediately took out a $150 mortgage at 3% from a Reuben Cole of Putnam County, New York. Less than 2 years later, Marty sold the lot and house to Edward Ayers, a recent arrival from Otswego County, New York, who gave Marty the equivalent of a Contract for Deed in the amount of $200, plus the assumption of the underlying $150 mortgage to Rueben Cole. Within 6 months, as the depression quickly worsened, Ayers sold the property to Francis Aiple, a Stillwater brewer, who eventually defaulted on the mortgage to Cole. In 1862, the property was offered for sale by the Sheriff to pay off the mortgage and interest of $234. In 1864, a local investor, Lorenzo Cornman and his partner, Alpheus Stickney (who would later make a fortune in railroads and the South St. Paul stock yards) got another mortgage from Rueben Cole, this time for $9,150, on numerous pieces of property in and around Stillwater, including this house and lot. The following year, Cornman sold this delightful house and lot to the Prussian born John and Elizabeth. In 1870, the census indicates the Elizabeth headed a household that included her children, Lizzie, Mary, Willie, and Malinda. The Warner family continued to occupy the home for at least the next 70 years. Around 1900, the home was occupied by Elizabeth, her son, William, and niece Vivian Clark, as well as a temporary boarder, student Feve Clark. William Warner worked as a carpenter and painter. Following Elizabeth's death in 1910, Vivian continued to serve as housekeeper for William, and city directory listings suggest she remained in the home until her death in 1951. The house can be clearly seen on the 1869 Bird's Eye View Map and the east gable end of the home can be seen on the Bird's Eye View Map of 1879. Resources: Empson, Don Holcombe's Addition to Stillwater Webster narrative Mortimer and Ann Webster's Italian -style villa was the height of fashion in 1862, when the New York immigrant and real estate dealer located on the top of this hill overlooking downtown Stillwater. With its central belvedere and cut wooden siding scored to imitate cut stone blocks, the Webster home, while relatively small, is one of the first and most original for the style in Stillwater. Webster and his family represent well the concept of Western expansion that characterized his era. While Webster trained as a painter in New York, he found cause to move to Stillwater in 1956, so successfully employing these skills that he was soon able to make land purchases and begin a real estate business. By 1870, he had laid out two additions to the city. Wife Ann, son Charles and daughters Florence and Della also occupied the home at the time of the 1880 census, when Mortimer was also listed as a retail grocer in business with his son. Webster's entrepreneurial inclinations apparently could not be contained within Stillwater, and by 1883 he had relocated with his family to Fargo, where he was once again identified as a painter in the city directory. For a brief time Mortimer, along with wife a son, took up residence in Oregon (ca. 1910), but eventually returned to Fargo, where he died in 1919. By 1890, the distinctive house was occupied by Stillwater physician Edgar O'B. Freligh, a Montreal native whose father had taken up residence in Stillwater and who arrived in 1886 following his medical training. He was a physician and also served as the Washington County coroner for 12 years, attending to scores of accidental and other deaths, many of which were reported in brief but frank terms in area newspapers. Wife Nona was a musician, singing at various local events, and was active in the Woman Suffrage Association. Son Wilifred Protacio, also known as Proto, followed in his father's footsteps as a physician. One can only imagine the family's shock when, shortly after taking up residence in the home, lightening struck the cupola (1891). A large addition was also made to the back side of the home at about this time, and Sanborn maps suggest the home once had a broad front porch. By 1900, the Freligh family members, including daughter Irene, sons Harold and Protacio, and elderly parents John and Anna had moved two blocks out, (most likely in light of the growing family), occupying the house at 663 South Broadway. Some confusion over this address occurs when noting that the city directory lists the J. Mackey & Son ice dealers at this same location in 1900, and this address is not included in the census listings for that year. However, one later resident was Frank Nuzum, previously an editor for St. Paul and Minneapolis papers who resigned in 1899 to take up the editorship of the Stillwater Gazette. In 1902, he married his second wife, Mary Astell, in Stillwater. (References to Mrs. F.B. Nuzum are found in the 1890s in Stillwater news reports, including the death of her father, founder of a piano company in Wheeling, WV.). Mary was 30 years younger than Frank, and in 1904 they had one daughter, Amy. By 1920 the small family had relocated from an earlier home at 303 South 3rd Street and occupied the home on South Broadway with one boarder, Ernst Buckman, a cigar maker. As a newspaper editor, Frank Nuzum occasionally made the news himself. In 1901, he escorted the Younger Brothers around town upon their release from prison after serving 25 years. In 1902, he was attacked by a woman is his office who had objected to an item in the newspaper referring to her: "Mr. Nuzum bears a number of lumps and marks as a result of his encounter with the eccentric woman, who has been here since Saturday, and is evidently courting notoriety." The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, August 07, 1902, Image 3 Frank Nuzum died in 1924. Some have speculated that the similar home next door may also have been constructed by Mortimer Webster. Resources Larson Manuscript Kennedy i ii t B I H T it n l rs 0 M N N Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: June 1, 2011 APPLICANT: Tim Steigauf CASE NO.: 11-29 REQUEST: Infill Design Review Permit for a single-family home LOCATION: 1808 4th St N COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: LDR - Low Density Residential ZONING: RA - One Family Residential HPC PUBLIC HEARING DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWED BY: Community Development Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planne BACKGROUND Tim Steigauf, property owner of 1808 4th St N, is requesting an infill design review permit for a new single-family home on a vacant lot. The property is in the Neighborhood Conservation Design District and as such needs an infill design review permit for the new home. 1808 4th St N Infi11 Design Permit Page 2 SPECIFIC REQUEST The applicant is requesting consideration of an infill design review for a new single-family home. DISCUSSION All infill homes in the NCD are required to follow the NCD design guidelines. These design guidelines serve as a common reference for all those involved in the process of new construction in the district including property owners, neighbors, residents, architects, designers, builders, city staff, and the commission. The guidelines are intended to serve as a framework to guide the design process, while allowing for individuality and creativity in architectural design. Twenty-seven guidelines make up the NCD design manual. These guidelines cover three (3) general areas including Neighborhood and Streets, Building and Site, and Architectural Detail. Neighborhood and Streets The homes along the west side of 4th St N have irregular setbacks. The home at Popular and 4th Street has a setback approximately 37 feet from the property line along 4th Street. As you move north the homes and structures slowly get closer to 4th Street with the home on the north end approximately 11 feet from the property line with 4th Street N. In this case, the home is proposed to be 30.5 feet from the front property line which meets the required setback of 30 feet in the RA zoning district and follows the rhythm currently established on the block. Currently homes on 4th St N range between 2,016 to 3,439 sf, with an average size of 2,535 sf. The propose home is 3,094 sf. The home will have a hipped roof with a gable over the garage. The garage is set 10 feet forward the main home structure, which unlike the RB zoning district is permitted in the RA zoning district. Staff discussed with the applicant ways to limit the effects of having a front loaded garage in front of the main home structure. Due to the need to have all of the living space on a single floor and due to slopes on the property the applicant was not able to push the garage further back onto the property. The applicant did add a front porch on the home that extends out six feet that will help the situation. Building Site Currently there is eight feet of fall across the lot moving south to north on the lot. Grading will be completed in order to accommodate the home and handle drainage on the site. Two trees are proposed to be removed from the lot including a willow where the home is proposed to be built and a cottonwood in the rear of the property. 1808 4th St N Infill Design Permit Page 3 Architectural Detail The home proposes to have cement board or vinyl lap siding with 6-inch corner boards. The size of the reveals were not indicated on the plans. On the peak of the garage a shake style siding is proposed. Staff recommends a 4 inch reveals be used on the lap siding. The windows are double hung with decorative moldings. The style of the moldings are more modern then what is typically seen in the historic areas of Stillwater; however, they fit in with the homes that surround the site. The proposed home does a very good job of containing consistent and highly detailed architecture on all four sides of the building. FINDINGS Overall the plans are appropriate for the site and neighborhood. ALTERNATIVES The HPC has several alternatives related to these two requests: A. Approve. If the proposed demolition and infill design review requests are found acceptable to the HPC, they should be approved. Staff would recommend the following minimum condition for approval. 1. The project shall be consistent with the plans date stamped May 17, 2011 and on file with the City of Stillwater Community Development Department. 2. All minor modifications to the plans shall be approved in advance by the City Planner. All major modifications shall be approved in advance by the HPC. Determination of the distinction between "major" and "minor" shall rest with the City Administrator. 3. The siding shall be cement board lap siding, similar to Hardie Plank, with the lap siding have a 4" reveal. 4. Exterior lighting shall be consistent to what is shown on the plans. B. Approve in part. C. Deny. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the demolition rules and the approved design guidelines, then the Commission could deny the requests. With a denial, the basis of the action is required to be given. D. Table. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be tabled until your July 6, 2011 meeting so that additional information could be submitted. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is July 15, 2011. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the Neighborhood Conservation District design review as conditioned. attachment: Application and Supporting documents from the applicant Case No: Date Ned: Receipt No.: Fee: $25.00 DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CITY OF STILLWATER 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET STILLWATER, MN 55082 The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting material submitted in connection with any application. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is required. All supporting material (Le. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the property of the City of Stillwater. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials is required. After Heritage Preservation approval, there is a 10-day appeal period. Once the 10-day appeal period has ended, the applicant will receive a design review permit which must be signed and submitted to the City to obtain the required building permits. All following information is required. PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION /gcy� ho a 2Jv So z 0 Z`t croay, Address of Project ) y' ST Assessor's Parcel No. Si,' Gr' orrt 174--..O i Rat w4r4 ea - Zoning District A Description of Project in detail S„ k,t. r., vst c %or" ler Git• 1 1449t4(Jtt4eT F m 11 Y Me+4.13 , %IV%fifl k Ado cis .rn,lr G. -t 1'140 t fe, or'�yf✓.a' ff. {G % �7 �E.,M...i„n, <_fir"144 C<r+ci ,' 4-/zaf J& rcJ*c. "I hereby state the foregoing statemen sand all data, information and evidence submitted herewith in al respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, to be true and correct. I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and used If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature is required.. Property Owner ) re— Representative Mair�g Address 7 ' Sr Mailing Address City State Zip 0 4 i4 OftL m i•, ASS 12 F City State Zip Telephone No. 6r/- S0I - /Jr ? Telephone No. S:\Planning\design review permitwpd April 12, 2002 Design Review Application and Checklist This Design Review Application and Checklist should be submitted with a City Planning Application Form Contact: Stillwater City Planning Office 651-430-8821 City Hall 216 N. 4th St. Stillwater, MN 55082 www.ci.stillwaterman.us Project Address: yJl Si Applicant name, address, telephone: 71 ST2 /Fi•4u F 77jfS- 7-P' ST Aw?AL� rin/5z1Z, -is?7 1. Neighborhood Architectural Styles: [;,Vernacular ❑ Italianate u Queen Anne u Gothic ❑ Greek Revival ❑ Second Empire ❑ American Foursquare ❑ Stick ❑ Other: 2. Prevailing neighborhood streetfront setback (Guidelines #1, #2, #3) Prevailing setback on block (est.) �U Average setback on block (est.) 3 d / Proposed new house setback ? C/ / 3. Is the pattern of homes in your neighborhood 1,1-1/2, or 2 stories high? (Guidelines #4, #5) Stories 1 1-1/2 2 House on right ❑igtu House on left ❑ ❑ A House to rear /ti/A ❑ ❑ ❑ Prevailing on block ❑ ,lam ❑ Prevailing opposite block X ❑ u Proposed new house ❑ ❑ &. t 5; r LLaJ /t �,/- 4. Prevailing Front Porch pattern in your ✓ neighborhood: (Guideline #13) Front Porch None House on right Xt House on left /13„ House to rear n1j'A o Prevailing on block A Prevailing opposite block ❑ Propose new house ,Ia Notes: tY c / c-..; 1) le ;;S",qw,., ,r. l' Jyc".1 ry 1e Y 0 5. Prevailing Garage Location pattern in your neighborhood: (Guidelines #10, #11) Front Rear Side Garage Garage Garage House on right X ❑ o House on left ) ❑ ❑ House to rear ❑ ❑ ❑ Prevailing on block ❑ ❑ Prevailing opposite block ,29 ❑ ❑ Proposed new house ,> o u 6. Prevailing Garage Size in your neighborhood: (Guidelines #10, #11) 1 stall 2 stall 3 stall Garage Garage Garage House on right o ❑ House on left ❑ /l a o House to rear ,Ji j.} a Prevailing on block o Prevailing opposite block ❑ Proposed new house ❑ 0 7. Is the proposed garage compatible in form and detail with the design character of the main house? (Guideline #14) 8. If the proposed structure/garage location, setbacks, size or general design character does not fit prevailing neighborhood patterns, how do you propose to reduce its impact on the neighborhood and streetscape? : _ firt" Mt-ey-r-16 [,-ar . ;h9,f t . 2 4Pki 6-ft4t is Nvv At l ,*,; --A arc t ki, #- r. ttx kcc) ANIA Fi % Nett %� ` r 3: Stillwater Conservation District (p 1 of 2) Design Guidelines Design Review Application and Checklist 9. Does the proposed structure work with natural slopes and contours of the property? (Guidelines #6, #7, #8) j® Structure sited parallel to slope A Building deigned to reduce cut and fill (minimized retaining walls) ❑ Landscaping incorporated into grading changes Notes: rt.dpa-yet, 1 g, Kett/ /i, i' ,,,.tie,2r Pc c<<.;- i xtle-1/ f' /cis, Gk". 10. Are there significant trees on the property? Will any trees be removed or damaged by new construction? (Guideline #9) kr Types of trees 1Ic�, t �rif/�nu-Ccr� ❑ Heights t Trunk diam. Notes: /4- ILtow ere, 1 I- is lf.- (I06t.61P Good Neighbor Considerations 1. Will the proposed structure significantly affect your neighbor's access to sunlight in adjacent yards, patios or rooms? (Guideline #21) House to right: 1,--b House to left: House to rear: Notes: N/A 2. Will the proposed structure significantly affect your neighbors' privacy?(Guidelines #22, #23) House to right: A 4' House to left: Pc) House to rear: /v/4 Notes: How will you mitigate any negative impacts on neighbors' privacy? Offset/locate windows to reduce impact ❑ Use obscure glass in window Locate balconies to minimize impact. ,it Use landscaping elements for screening ❑ Other: 3. How is outdoor lighting impact q,a minimized for neighbors?(Guideline #25) How will you mitigate any negative sunlight impacts on neighbors? Locate structure on lot to minimize impact Adjust building height, or portions of building, to mid �j ize impact 0 er: vie If f e 1 I L r? it /tn" L'"'frY Lights are located or directed away from neighboring property ❑ Light fixtures are shielded to prevent glare at neighboring property ❑ Other: To be included with this Application and Checklist: Site Plan: include location of proposed building(s) on property, lot area; indicate impervious surface, property lines, street/ sidewalk location and approximate location of adjacent structures. Indicate proposed outdoor dtok/patio and landscaping features. Building Plan: dimensions, first floor area square footage. Building Elevations: indicate building height, windows, materials, and color on all elevations. Indicate proposed exterior fighting. Photographs of site and streetscape. Regular Planning Department Development Application Form Stillwater Conservation District Design Guidelines (p 2 of 2) PROPOSED SITE & GRADING PLAN OF 18XX 4TH STREET NORTH CITY OF STILLWATER, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA (SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION BELOW) SECTION 21, T3ON, R20W VICINITY MAP (N0 SCALE) ZONING REQUIREMENTS ZONED RA - ONE -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT MINIMUM LOT AREA - 10,000 SO. FT. MINIMUM LOT WIDTH - 75 FEET MINIMUM LOT DEPTH - 100 FEET MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE - 30% MAXIMUM HEIGHT - 2.5 STORIES NOT TO EXCEED 35 FEET BUILDING SETBACKS: FRONT - 30 FEET (WHERE A UNIFORM FRONT YARD SETBACK EXISTS WHICH IS LESS THAN 30 FEET, ANY BUILDING 0R STRUCTURE ERECTED, STRUCTURALLY ALTERED OR ENLARGED MAY CONFORM TO THE ESTABUSHED SETBACK BUT IN NO CASE A SETBACK OF LESS THAN 20 FEET VALL BE ALLOWED. WHERE A UNIFORM FRONT YARD SETBACK DOES NOT EXIST. THE MINIMUM REQUIRED SETBACK SHALL BE THE AVERAGE OF THE SETBACK OF THE TWO ADJACENT MAIN BUILDINGS) SIDE - 10 FEET (WHEN THERE IS AN ATTACHED GARAGE ON ONE SIDE OF 1HE DWEWNG, THE GARAGE SETBACK IS 5 FEET, PROVIDED THAT NO HABITABLE FLOOR AREA IS CLOSER THAN 10 FEET FROM THE PROPERTY LINE AND PROVIDED THAT THE GARAGE IS A MINIMUM 00 15 FEET FROM THE NEAREST STRUCTURE ON THE ADJACENT LOT) REAR - 25 FEET ACCESSORY USES: THE MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE OF ALL ACCESSORY BUILDINGS INCLUDING ATTACHED AND DETACHED PRIVATE GARAGES AND OTHER ACCESSORY BUILDINGS SHALL BE 1,000 SQ. FT. OR 10% OF THE LOT AREA. WHICHEVER IS LESS THE TOTAL GROUND COVERAGE OF THE ACCESSORY BUILDINGS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GROUND COVERAGE OF THE PRINCIPAL BUILDING NO MORE THAN TWO ACCESSORY BUILDINGS (ONE PRIVATE GARAGE AND ONE OTHER ACCESSORY BUILDING 120 50. FT. MAXIMUM) SHALL BE LOCATED ON A RESIDENTIAL PREMISES MAXIMUM HEIGHT IS 1 STORY NOT TO EXCEED 20 FEET AN ACCESSORY STRUCTURE LOCATED ENTIRELY IN THE SIDE YARD AT LEAST 6 FEET FROM THE MAIN BUILDING SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM 510E AND REAR YARD SETBACK OF 5 FEET (AS PER CITY OF STILLWATER ZONING CODE) KEMPER & ASSOCIATES INC. PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS 721 OLD HIGHWAY 8 N.W. NEW BRIGHTON, MINNESOTA 55112 651-631-0351 FAX 651-631-8805 emv"d: kemperOpro-ns.net v.kempersurreys.com EMT. R PROPOSED GRADE AT PROPERTY CORNER...5 �\ YEW TOWARD 41H ST. N. FROM REAR Cr SUBJECT PROPERTY // FOUND 1/Y NON DAD 3 GARAGE FL N 892'23- E 140.26 .34 EXISTING 6 PROPOSED GRADE AT PROPERTY FOUND i PON PPPE ) N SI5Y37. W 0.55 f OS RGG GRADE AT CORNER-ON.9 PONT OF BEGN.. OF DEs9RED LINE (NORTHWEST COMER OF THE EAST 126.41 FEET OF THE SOUTH 105.00 FEET OF IRE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 21) .210 YOUNG ADJACENT RESIDENCE R06 POPLAR ST. W. CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY 11034 (11034.OWG) D8 TODD HOE,N 24* corral 9) I (lo BE REMoIED) 909.32 AREA Cr POSSIBLE LOOKOUT 111110016 3O TALLOW (TO BE REMOVED) PROPOSED RESIDENCE, 18XX\ 4TFI� ST. N. PRWOU�_28 FooTPRNT 5083,0S .F T. S SIB FT. F•' EXCLUDES FRONT '� • -__ PROPOSED TOTAL HOUSE FOOTPRINT-3,227 SO. FT. (INCLUDES 506 50. FT. FOR GARAGE INCWOES FRMT PORCH) PROPOSED DN.WA AOPE-7.88 1 WEST INE OF 11E EAST 126.41 FEET OF THE THEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 21 • =1^ 8 8 99I RT'S SOUTH LNE OF TIE NORTH 75.00 FEET OF THE SOUTH 18000 FEET Q THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 21 1 WAGE ItJ DOa N6 FIRST FLOOR ELEV.-N64 ADJACENT RESIDENCE #1802 4TH ST. N. 362 30) 0 WEST LNE OF THE EAST i-- 510 FEET dF TE SOUTHEAST WARIER OF THE NOWARIER DF SECTION XM 21 21 PONT OF COIAMENEP41T OF DESCRIBED UNE (SOUTHWEST CORNBI OF THE EAST 126.41 FEET OF THE NORTH 75.110 PET OF THE SOUTH 105.00 FEET OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF FORD 1/2' THE NORTHWEST UDARTEN IRON PINE OF SECTION 21)(RL5 20595) 37.16 SOUTH 1111E OF THE NORTH 7500 FEET Q ME SOUTH 105.00 FEET Or THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 21 1 VIEW OF SUBJECT PROPERTY FROM 4TH ST. N. I R1a 5211151 I 15A3 FELT NORM ::IOU-EIEV. TM4.J2. . I NV.SBB$.62 r 01P WATER FONT WASWIGTOI COUNTY FOUND 1/2" CAST NCH MONUMENT AT THE NON PIPE SOUTH QUARTER CODER OF (BLS 20595)\ SECTION 21, T30N, R2OW S OUR728. E 2673.68 FROM 1 SAS NON PIPE l 863.)6 1CAIDA•AT6D SANITARY. SERER INVERT AT"5OUN - PR*FERTY LNE ETFY.=684.97 CALCULATED SANITARY SEWER DIVERT AT SOUTH PROPERTYTYL 49444, 1105.011 60076 NOTE SANITARY SEWER & WATER SODA. STUB INFORMATRN AS PER ,GIN AURM OF THE CI OF STILLWATER 0.1NEERING DEPT. 808.67 867.Nbt607.7, SITE BENCHMARK: TOP NUT ELEV.- 902.13 (NA. 88) 60630 <W M T 10 IO 1 INCH EQUALS 20 FEET BATS FOR BEARINGS WASHINGTON COUNTY COORDINATE SYSTEM ) (VIA REAL TIME CPS MEASURENMTS UTTU NG FINNESOM DEPARTMENT OE TRANSPORTATION Nis NETRXe() BA9s FOR E17VATION: MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATION ' ELEV.-9013.)48 148 (0(NAVD 88) (MA REAL THE GIPS MEASUREMENTS UTBRNG MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VRS NEINGiK) CONTOUR INTERVAL-1 FOOT LEGAL DESCRIPTION STEWART TITLE GUARANTY COMPANY COMMITMENT NO. 110053 DATED JANUARY 23, 2011 The north 75.00 feet of the south 180.00 feet of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 21, Township 30, Range 20, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the following described line: Commencing at the southwest comer of the east 126.41 feet of the north 75.00 feet of the south 105.00 feet of said Southeast Quarter thence on an assumed bearing of North 01 degrees 11 minutes 45 seconds West and parallel to the east line of said Southeast Quarter a distance of 75.00 feet to the northwest corner of the east 126.41 feet of the south 105.00 feet also being the point of beginning; thence North 11 degrees 39 minutes 31 seconds West a distance of 76.28 feet to the north line of the south 180.00 feet and said line terminating. PROPERTY AREA = 10,000 SO. FT. OR 0.2296 ACRES PROPOSED FLOOR ELEVATION SUMMARY PROPOSED GARAGE FLOOR = 898.9 PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR = 2899.5 PROPOSED BASEMENT FLOOR = *890.33 LEGEND x8B5.72 FF 0 TA QT M 4 WV MT OW© 0 PROFSS1ONAL r Yuji LNNiJ SURVEYOR (M) (R) 005RN0 CONTOUR LINE EXISTING SPOT ELEVATION POTTER POLE TELEPHONE RISER PRE HYBRANT WATER VALVE ELECTRIC METER GAS METER AR COIMTKNM OVERHEAD UTILITY LN. SANITARY SEWER WATER MAIN/SERVICE OENOIE5 DIMENSION MEASURED DURING THE COURSE OF THIS SRN:Y DENOTES RECORD aMENSION AS PEN LEGAL DEsfRPTON DEMOTES SET SURVEY UMFM NARKED-KEMPER Imor PROPOSED CONTOUR ME DENOTES 0RECTION OF PROPOSED DRAINAGE DENOTES SET aTSET STAKE DENOTES M*POSFD SILT FENCE PREPARED FOR: TIM STEICAUF, P.E. 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IJ 8:0 10 J I— W 0 View of lot from corner Standing in driveway looking left View of lot from across street Standing in driveway looking ahead Standing in driveway looking right Looking South from proposed house Looking out from proposed house Looking North from proposed house THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOIA Memo To: Heritage Preservation Commission From: Tim Moore, Assistant Public Works Superintendent Date: June 1, 2011 Re: Nelson Bathroom Improvements Update BACKGROUND As part of the Lowell Park improvement plan staff has been working with Balay Architects to research and develop a conceptual plan that could be used to improve the bathroom facilities in Lowell Park. The Parks and Recreation Commission has been given update and has approved the concept at their February 28, 2011 meeting. DISCUSSION The conceptual plan includes expanding the bathroom -to 500 square feet and includes installing a roof for the bathroom portion of the building that imitates the cupola on the train depot that existed on the north end of town. Attached are the preliminary plans and a historic photo of the train depot. I have been working with a local contractor developing a preliminary budget. Preliminary estimates have come in less than $150,000 for the improvement. Union Depot in action, Water and Myrtle Streets. September 14, 1926, John Runk Jr, Northern Pacific engine #457, a class D-3 4-6-0 is nearing the end at its life. When NP passenger service ends one year later, the old relic gets sent to the scrap heap. She was built by Baldwin about 1890 for Tight freight and passenger use. The Milwaukee and Omaha roads continued limited mixed service until the mid-1950s. STILLWATER V10S3NNIW S S S S d0A 3,N1VI n \ —_ V O l 62,11b' 1d30N00 2J 31F/M1IIlS \ �/ n C V C -1 1= / V 1 O l�ddNI111-3dd ' 0. 0 I p e 1 s! 1 01000tP0 I `�' 5902-690 (t99) ,fI.3 2I62-066 (199) .).( 29099 NX 'aale•�fit1S a 1S aRJlry '3 0tl vx 'te(aQ S xlew SL0311HJaY VT 1 1 9 c VIVO n3a n N011dI4300O1u3N031. 01w 3200 3 WM aar .� 9 10 vLV o1 o s a u oiry� a r o x. l l! 1 5 on' 1,3r0na :3iv0 3rss "JM0 ''' DEPOT FINIAL 5W0000v0094141'01 WW1 r13.11.9 - r .S-.I ra0..o .v 4 4 EAST PARTIAL z o w w CC 0 CY 01 J I I I I I 1 1 1 1 11 I 1 1 LOI ®1 L i4 lO Jv7 LJ t - - -1 O 0 O 0 01 Z T QM Ca CC 01 r"° 0-00 w 0 J I! 1 to 3 3 z4 <1 CL EXPANDED FLOOR EXISTING FLOOR PLAN Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: May 31, 2011 APPLICANT: Scott Zahren CASE NO.: 11-23 REQUEST: Design Review of window and awning replacements for 308 Chestnut St E COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planne DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review and approval of window and awning replacement to 308 Chestnut St. The project includes: 1. The total replacement of 7 windows with all wood Marvin windows. The exterior of the windows are proposed to be painted black. 2. Replace the existing awning with a new lateral arm frame and reusing the existing fabric. The building is located in the core Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Registry of Historic Districts. The building itself is a contributing building to the Historic District that was built sometime between 1910 and 1914. FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REQUEST The applicant is requesting a facade improvement program loan with their request totaling $19,275.00. 308 Chestnut St E Page 2 ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requests in whole or in part. 2. Deny the requests. 3. Continue the request for more information. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is July 14, 2011 and the next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2011. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested building storefront facade and signage as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. No additional signage without HPC approval. 3. The new windows shall have an exterior wood finish painted black. attachments: Applicant's Form and packet Case No: Date Fled: Receipt No.: Fee: $25.00 DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM COMMMiff DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CITY OF STILLWATER 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET STILLWATER, MN 55082 The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting material submitted m connection wih any application. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is required. AN supporting material (Le. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the property of the City of Str'Nwater. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials is required. After Heritage Preservation approval, there is a 10-day appeal period. Once the 10-day appeal period has ended, the applicant wM receive a design review pent* which must be signed and submitted to the City to obtahm the required buidirg penrdts. All following infomaation is reaukai PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION Address Project �� � `� Assessor's Parcel No. Z8 . o3cx 2-0 . t o. st v Zoning District Z? / Description of Project n detad "Thereby state the foregoing statements and al data nfonmatinn and eviidemx submitted herewith in al aspects, to the best of my knowledge and beQiaf, to be true and cored . I Mather caerthy I wail warp* wth the peers * IT it s granted and used" If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature iis-d. revoke Property Owner �4' 1,0 (�. Representative -.;%9 ,#'-'4 kp_.') Maing Address /li!rea AWN Makig Address /l ✓o 41,71S--K City State Zip6toilLG tehM t L g�Sa r-State Z'. 1l „� :Q4 IL 'S c z. Telephone No. 4'J7.3$7 O Z44— Telephone Not 'S%*" e, S:\Planning\design review permitwpd April 12, 2002 Description of Project 1) Removal of 7 double hung windows from the 2" story of 308 East Chestnut Street and replacing with new custom size Marvin double hung windows with clad exterior and wood interior. 2) Replace existing awning with new lateral arm frame and reusing existing fabric. Garrett Construction 1683 89th Street New Richmond, WI 54017 Phone # 651-329-6645 blaineljbgmconstruction.com Scott Zahren 308 East Chestnut Stillwater, MN 55082 Remove 7 doublehung windows from 2nd story of building. Install 7 new custom size Marvin doublehung windows with wood exterior and wood interior.Prime and paint exterior black. This estimate includes removal of old windows off site, all material and labor to install new windows, caulking exterior and finishing interior. JC�,111.e e..l o 116J6 18,955.50 Total $18,955.50 INTERIOR EXTERIOR DESIGN POSSIBILITIES BEAUTY GOES BIG. The Ultimate Double Hung Magnum can be designed as large as 5 '/' wide x 10'/' tall so commercial buildings, historic renovations and new construction have no size barriers when it comes to beauty and protection. The high quality and performance of the spiral balance system make even the largest window a breeze to open. The sight lines and profiles match our Ultimate Double F-luny larnily of products so your design options are greatly expanded. When you want magnum sizes with exceptional, real -wood construction, architectural appeal and commercial -grade performance, this is the ultimate window for you. STANDARD FEATURES One lite Low E II with argon insulating glass Satin Taupe sash lock Bare wood interior All wood brick mould casing (wood units) exterior (curt ,,n;ir) - 4 / " (116 mrn) jambs • Installation hardware HARDWARE SASH LOCK SASH LIFT op! ona DETAILS The new Ultimate Double Hung Magnum Round Top provides options for large, high performance elliptical, eyebrow, dnd true radius shapes in double hung, single hung and picture unit styles. 31 Mr„,y 06 11 10:27a Pcme Awning 6127222930 p. 1 AWNING' wwrnr.acmeawning.com 3206 BLOOMINGTON AVE. • MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407 • PHONE (612) 722-2731 • FAX (612) 722-2930 Proposal Submitted To Work To Be Performed At Aiesci 14'urriture Cl8 E. Chestnut Street Name 116 S. �ta-�tt btreaL Street S}-,i ltvai.-Fr MN Street City._State City Jtiliwa:er - _.Stater I Phone Number__ _._---------------_------- We herby p'opose to fur'iish the materials and perform the labor necessary for the completion of O'P`i ION 1 REPLACE. X TS`:ING AW.NIT 3 I 1 NEW LATER-'�, A7.1 RETRACTABLE AWNING $ 3, 300.0E March 21 , 2011 OPTION 2 REPLACE ATvINCv NEW 1_;cL'- RAt ARM FRAM'. RE -USE EXISTING FARRTC. $2,400.00 Ail material is guaranteed to be as specified, and the above work to be performed in accordance with the drawings and specifications submitted for above work and completed in a substantial workmanlike manner for the sum of See abovc Dollars ($ See above )- with payments to be made as follows: One halt down, Balance on completion. Any alteraten or deviation frog above specifications invoking extra costs, w'i3 be ex cute:T Only upon w ter. e7ri'r7,, and wli! b'Crrla an extra charge over and above he eStinaie. AU agree.rnen: cont- ingent upon, strikes, accidents or delays t' yenci our control Owner to carry fire, tDrreee and other rcccegury ir:iurence Gaon aeove work, VJ -kn]en's ConTen>3tion ;:re, oub!! Liat'lity !'15'1ranee G^- ar d above work to he taken our by Respectfully submitted Per Acme :'ni Edward R. Spe hiote -rats proposal may oe withdrawn ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL by us if not accepted within days The above prices, speci katons and conditions are satisfactory and ere hereby ,accepted, You are spe::ifie::I Pavrneri will be made as outlined above. Date Signature ficnzed to Coo h 4�rGr�t'. s May 10, 2011 Heritage Preservation Commission City of Stillwav 216 Fourth Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Commissioners: The existing windows, with the exception of the widow I replaced in 2009 during the renovation of the second floor, are approximately 20 years old, do not have screens and are poorly insolated. The proposed seven windows are double hung windows with wood exterior, they are custom fitted and will be painted black to match the existing painted areas of the fade. They have screens and are well insulated for both teioilemure and sound. The historic character will not be affected. When I purchased the building six yew% ago I replaced the canvas awnings. Because the retractable mechanism on the smaller of the two awnings was in poor condition it was replaced. The retractable mechanism on the larger awning is now in need of replacement. When completed both awnings will retain their historic qualities. Thank you, en 308 East Chestnut Street Stillwater, MN 55082 H illwater E B I R T H p LAC E O F M I N N E S D T A Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: June 3, 2011 CASE NO.: 11-24 APPLICANT: Mark Hansen, Marx Wine Bar and Grill REQUEST: Design Review of storefront renovation for 241 Main St S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner/ DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review to renovate the front facade of Marx Wine Bar and Grill located at 241 Main St S. The project includes: 1. Replacement of the middle four double hung windows and the addition of awning above them. 2. The installation of fixed casement style windows that will replace four of the exiting double hung windows with the addition of a window box with iron support brackets that will extend out approximately one foot that will mimic balconies. 3. New storm door to the 2nd floor entry with a round awning over the entry. In discussions with the applicant, he has agreed to go to a square style awning over the entry. 4. Work on cleaning up the Marx sign. 5. Miscellaneous work. The building is located in the core Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Registry of Historic Districts. The building itself is a non-contributing building to the Historic District and was built between 1951 and 1952. FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REQUEST The applicant is requesting a facade improvement program loan totaling $33,490.00. 241 Main St S Page 2 Overall staff supports many of the requests made in the application; however, the proposed fixed windows along with the window boxes that mimic balconies concerns staff and are not in keeping in with the design guidelines. If the windows were changed to double hung to match what is there and the window boxes were removed staff would support the project. ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requests as presented with the following conditions: a. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. b. Prior to the start of construction, the specifications on the mortar to be used for the tuck pointing shall be submitted to the City Planner for approval. c. A square awning shall be used above the entry to the second floor. 2. Approve the requests as recommended by staff with the following conditions: a. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. b. Prior to the start of construction, the specifications on the mortar to be used for the tuck pointing shall be submitted to the City Planner for approval. c. Grids shall not be used in the windows. d. Only double hung windows shall be used in the windows. e. The window boxes shall not be used on the project. f. A square awning shall be used above the entry to the second floor. g. An awning shall be installed over each pair of the double hung windows. 3. Deny the requests. 4. Continue the request for more information. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is July 14, 2011 and the next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2011. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested design permit as conditioned in Alternative 2. attachments: Applicant's Form and packet Case No:DZ Date Filed: Receipt No.: sve Fee: $25.00 DESI GN REVI EW APPLI CATI ON FORM i COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CI TY OF STI LLWATER 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET STI LLWATER, MN 55082 The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting material submitted in connection with any application. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is required. All supporting material (i.e. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the property of the City of Stillwater. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials is required. After Heritage Preservation approval, there is a 10-day appeal period. Once the 10-day appeal period has ended, the applicant will receive a design review permit which must be signed and submitted to the City to obtain the required building permits. All following information is required . PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION Address of Project g q( $- �ssessor's Parcel No.* )370`7'//� /03C � Zoning District a Description of Project in detail &kw' w/1 e iAti✓1" i 7711 I s4k1 , "I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence submitted herewith in all respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, to be true and correct. I further certify twill comply with the permit if it is granted and used" If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature isreq iced. P Y � Pro ert Owner /14G Si Rse eprentative Gt(4 �1 Mailing Address a I �.i �r`i 5 J 1Il �1--c7Mailing Address aty State Zip " ((4t7 / 4AAJ So FLCity State Zip Telephone No. 51 39- 33 Telephone No. S\Banning\design review permit.wpd Ppril 12, 2002 151 Silver Lake Road, Suite 200B lifespaceconstruction.com New Brighton, MN 55112 o 651 633 9988 REMODELING PROPOSAL Front Work April 27th, 2011 Mark Hanson /Marx Bestro 241 main Street S. Stillwater, MN 55082 License Number 4197 f 651.633.9964 c 651.246.4456 1 Refurbish Marx sign $1,800.00 2 Copper - Polished to shiny finish if possible $1,200.00 3 Round canopy over door to 2nd floor $2,400.00 4 Sign for address to apartments $320.00 5 New storm door to 2nd floor with new copper surface over transom $3,000.00 6 New interior door to second floor stair well with lock and painting $3,000.00 7 Eight new Marvin tilt pacs with grides on top sash only $7,500.00 8 Eight new Marvin wood screens $1,440.00 9 Repair existing frames and mull caps/brick moulding as needed $600.00 10 Painting, new windows and existing frames $2,150.00 11 Scaffolding set up and break down as required $480.00 Mark Hanson /Marx Bestro 12 Window boxes with iron supports or brackets $2,875.00 13 Four separate awing's over 2nd floor windows $3,600.00 14 Replace three flush wall vents $375.00 15 Brick cleaning and misc. $1,200.00 16 Rework sign and front door lighting $1,550.00 PROJECT TOTAL: $33,490.00 uwisn sus3se`aau3 19. swsv�wu rau>rovvim swi V10S3NNIW2131M1111S S\I[C ✓ 17 7 d E -AIM X b W a\I��I `I�O^ \'O `I�lv� „-I O aid3 O O n 0 Q a! a N i s! I 5802-L8 (NV ,Imo Zf6-06(4) Ialaa aa4743O �8(8S o l o s a u VIa o a N , p N I g ° V" S133tN9Ntl jM VlVB NOI14I60534 NW . 03H03n0 'liNl 31tl0 aar NJtlW NM., tlltld '9M0 l 0 n i I I S :�ow is3road o0 LO-4I-Z alvo nnssi Q V c 0 L L liwater THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: June 3, 2011 CASE NO.: 11-25 APPLICANT: Jennifer Cates Peterson, Setac Properties REQUEST: Design Review of storefront renovation for 126 2nd St S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review to renovate two buildings located at 126 2nd St S. The first building (building A) is a two-story building with brick on the upper level and stucco on the first level. The second building (building B) is a one-story building that houses Kinsel's Liquor and a clothing store. Building B is currently a mix of stucco, wood and brick. The project includes: 1. On Building A the plan is to: a. On the first floor they are planning to remove stucco to reveal stone. Some areas of stucco will need to remain and will be painted to match the stone. While removing the stone if they find that the stone below the stucco is in poor shape they will keep the stucco and simply paint it brown. b. On the second floor they plan to: i. Remove metal roping and metal brackets on the building. In looking at these items, staff believes they were part of a cable system to hang a banner across Chestnut; however, since the building across from it has long since been removed there is no use for it today. ii. Due to the condition and appearance of the brick on the east wall of the second floor the applicant indicated their desire to stucco it. In talking with them they have agreed to leave the surface open and simply clean it and complete some tuck pointing on the surface. 126 2nd St S Page 2 iii. Fix the decretive metal on the parapet and paint as necessary. 2. On Building B the plan is to: a. Reface the entire building surface on both 2nd St and Chestnut St. The plans call for a wood storefront with windows and awnings. The upper portion of the structure will have a brick facing. The building is located outside but just across from the core Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Registry of Historic Districts. Both buildings were built sometime between 1910 and 1924. FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REQUEST The applicant is requesting a facade improvement program loan with their request totaling $66,650.00. ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requests in whole or in part. 2. Deny the requests. 3. Continue the request for more information. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is July 14, 2011 and the next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2011. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested building storefront facade as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. Prior to the start of construction, the specifications on the mortar to be used for the tuck pointing shall be submitted to the City Planner for approval. 3. Any new signage shall be approved as a separate design permit, which must be approved by the HPC. 4. Stucco shall not be applied to the east elevation of the two story building. attachments: Applicant's Form and packet DESIGN REVIEW ►p Calve No: Date Fled: Receipt No.: Fee: $25.0O CATION FORM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CITY OF STILLWATER 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET STILLWATER, MN 55082 The appicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting material submitted in connection with any application. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is required. All supporting maternal (Le. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the property of the City of Stillwater.. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials is required. After Heritage Preservation approval, there is a 10-day appeal period. Once the 10-day appeal period has ended, the applicant will receive a design review permit which must be signed and submitted to the City to obtain the required building permits. Al following information is required . PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION Address of Project ID 3 aricl S+ Assessor's Parcel No. , 030 0( 1 Zoning District Description of Project in detail et.C,et et4o�)04..e reunl 1 I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, 1n1oim i1 ion and evidencesubmkted herewith in al respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, to be true and correct. I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and used" If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature is required. Property OwnertSit, u Aeop &i LLC_ Representative Mang Address000 Urich)Shf,S o41aiiing Address ay State Zip jLt I/u 0b.4 ,I1r1 55vrya City y State Zip Telephone No. lft.S7 - if3Gl - A2 YIN Telephone No. s:1Planning \design reKew permitwpd April 12, 2002 a -��e Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: May 31, 2011 APPLICANT: Robin Partch, Minnesota Winegrowers Cooperative REQUEST: Design Review of brick tuck pointing, water infiltration correction, selective brick replacement, door replacement, and other updates at 223 Main St N CASE NO.: 11-26 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review and approval of brick tuck pointing, water infiltration correction, selective brick replacement, door replacement, and other updates to 223 Main St S. The project includes: 1. Tuck pointing the front portion of the building. 2. Selective brick replacement on the front facade with brick that was salvaged when the building underwent the major renovations in the 1990's. 3. Replace a side door and two sets of french doors on the rear elevation where water is infiltrating into the building. 4. Extend a metal cap along the front elevation where the brick and metal sidewalls meet to prevent water infiltration. 5. Replace the wood trim around the side and bacchas plaster sculptures with a new bronze color aluminum boarder and back. The building is located outside the core Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Registry of Historic Districts. The building was in 1934. FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REQUEST The applicant is requesting a facade improvement program loan with their request totaling '9,879.00. 223 Main St N Page 2 ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requests in whole or in part. 2. Deny the requests. 3. Continue the request for more information. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is July 14, 2011 and the next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2011. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested building storefront facade and signage updates as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. No additional signage without HPC approval. 3. Prior to the start of construction, the specifications on the mortar to be used for the tuck pointing shall be submitted to the City Planner for approval. attachments: Applicant's Form and packet Case No: Date Hied: Receipt No.: Fee: $25.00 DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CITY OF STILLWATER 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET STILLWATER, MN 55082 The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting material submitted in connection with any application. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is required. All supporting material (i.e. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the property of the City of Stillwater. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials is required. After Heritage Preservation approval, there is a 10-day appeal period. Once the 10-day appeal period has ended, the applicant will receive a design review permit which must be signed and submitted to the City to obtain the required building permits. All following information is required . PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION Z$.�,L®.re/. 0062 / Address of Project 22 3 %if' /Vatn Assessor's Parcel No. °ZS/ ,03C. It) , i' 0044/ Zoning District 1)"1- .. Description of Project in detail "I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence submitted herewith in all respects, to the best of my know/edge and belief, to be true and correct. I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and used" If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature is required Property Owner MK/ Wog; rouvARepresentative 0 6tn Pct.?' c.J Mailing Address 221 iV Mari ffY f Mailing Address 223 IV iy►a ,,; S F City State Zip S '• lluJet') 5Svg2. City State Zip S'%'?tvc'S'-2 Telephone No. te5 t � ti 30 -10'3 2. Telephone No. le' r-'`70-i2— el p. S:\Planning\design review.permit.wpd April 12, 2002 507 6th Street North Bayport, MN 55003 Lic: # MN ID 20165748 WI #966982 (651)-430-3269 stimate For: Robin Partch Northern Vineyard 223 Main St. Stillwater,Mn 55082 (651)-430-1032 May 12, 2011 File Name: NORTHERN Unit Total uantity Units Work Description Price Price 1. PLANS &SPECS 1.00 Ea This is an estimate to repair/replace building to eliminate water intrusion and repair areas as shown byt Robin. 1.00 Ea Permits to the City of Stillwater 2.00 Ea Remove 2 french doors on river facing deck, Make new sloped treated lumber sills under door opens, make flashing s to under side of door and kick fla- sh to move water down and away from walls below.Reinstall doors and repla -ce brickmold with composite brickmo- ld retrim in & out seal and insulate, adjust doors,clanup. 1.00 Ea Remove & replace exterior door with split jamb out swing door and lockse2 2.00 Ea Frame in 2 window opens insulate flash and side with Cement Bd siding. 1.00 Ea Instal comercial lock & deadbolt. 45.00 LF Reatach parapet and flash seal. 1.00 Ea Remove sign on paarapet reuse green and gold sign reset on new treated ply with cedar trim, flash with bron- nz color aluminum flashing. 1.00 Ea Remove Bacchas plaster sculpture,make trim flash in bronze color alumiinum reset both. 1.00 Ea Remove cracked or broken bricks( aprx 30-40) if more are found extra char - (continued) CONSTRUCTION M N. i D.#20165748 WI S.I D.#966928 NILE ECKHOFF 507 6TH STREET NORTH BAYPORT, MINNESO'TA 55003 OEEICE I FAX 651.430.3269 .L 1-L 1V Ci1lLG . 1V V1\1111L1\IN Partch PAGE 2 Unit Total . uantity Units Work Description Price Price 1. PLANS &SPECS (cont.) ge would be made at $55.00/Hr) retuck front and clean up. Note owner has brick to match and will make availabe le for contractor. 1.00 Ea Set scaffolding and clean up.Haul debris. 2. PAYMENT SCHEDULE 1.00 Ea 50% @ start, balance at completion 1.00 Ea All change orders if needed would be payable at time of change order. 3. ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL 1.00 Ea This is a good faith estimate to provide all materials and labor as described in this document. Any other work for unseen problems or demanded by a building official would be perf- ormed at an extra charge. Thank You 1.00 Ea To make this document a contract please sign and date at the X's. Contactor X Homeowners X X NILE'S CONSTRUCTION COMPANY MN BUILDERS LICENSE NO.20165748 WISCONSIN LICENSE NO. 966982 Subtotal: 9,879.00 Subtotal: 0.00 Subtotal: 0.00 Robe Partch PAGE 3 Unit Total uantity Units Work Description Price Price 4. NOTICE TO OWNER "(a) ANY PERSON OR COMPANY SUPPLYING LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THIS IMPROVE- MENT TO YOUR PROPERTY MAY FILE A LIEN AGAINST YOUR PROPERTY IF THAT PERSON OR COMPANY IS NOT PAID FOR THE CONTRIBUTIONS. (B) UNDER MINNESOTA LAW, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO PAY PERSONS WHO SUPPLIED LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THIS IMPROVE- MENT DIRECTLY AND DEDUCT THIS AMOUNT FROM OUR CONTRACT PRICE, OR WITHHOLD THE AMOUNTS DUE FROM US UNTIL 120 DAYS AFTER COMPLETION OF THE IMPROVE- MENT UNLESS WE GIVE YOU A LIEN WAIVER SIGNED BY PERSONS WHO SUPPLIED ANY ANY LABOR OR MATERIAL FOR THE IMPROVE MENT AND WHO GAVE YOU TIMELY NOTICE." Subtotal: 0.00 RAND SUBTOTALS Labor: Materials: 6,362.00 3,517.00 RAND TOTAL 9,879.00 Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: June 1, 2011 APPLICANT: Chuck Dougherty, St. Croix Preservation REQUEST: Design Review of awning for Water Street Inn at 101 Water St S CASE NO.: 11-27 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner (/i/re DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review and approval of awning replacement for the Water St Inn at 101 Water St. The project includes: • Installation of new awnings on the first, second, and third floors on the south elevation. The awnings will be green in color to match the Water Street Inn logo color. In discussions with the applicant, he has agreed to make all of the awning retractable, similar to what originally existed on the building. • In the original design review application, the applicant also requested approval to complete repairs to the parapet of the building. Due to questions about the scope and scale of the work, the applicant has withdrawn that part of their application and may resubmit their application at a later date. The building is located in the core Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Registry of Historic Districts. The building itself is a contributing building to the Historic District and was built in 1890. FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REQUEST The applicant is requesting a facade improvement program loan with their request totaling S21,805.00. 101 Water St S Page 2 ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requests in whole or in part. 2. Deny the requests. 3. Continue the request for more information. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is July 10, 2011 and the next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2011. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested building storefront facade and signage as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. No additional signage without HPC approval. 3. The awnings shall be green in color. The awning frames shall be a retractable style. Final color samples and mechanical arm mechanisms shall be approved by the City Planner prior to installation. attachments: Applicant's Foiin and packet Case No: Date Filed: Receipt No.: Fee: $25.00 DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CITY OF STILLWATER 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET STILLWATER, MN 55082 The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting material submitted in connection with any application. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is required. All supporting material (i.e. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the property of the City of Stillwater. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials is required. After Heritage Preservation approval, there is a 10-day appeal period. Once the 10-day appeal period has ended, the applicant will receive a design review permit which must be signed and submitted to the City to obtain the required building permits. All following information is required . PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION Address of Project/0%(44 Assessor's Parcel No. c7, (-:. (, `16 Zonjog District(-6 0 Description of Project in detail %F 1 O//: e ='rr L c'! .z., r' yt7 69,.> f<t i,;; c....i g" J 1;1- 7 1/% ,1 :✓L ' % 11 /4 d t 'J ✓ ,74 .j !)/'` e) 4 / v'.v1„4G-- f. i'G c. d �? �(f .•t �!'G .. by'': C't& t'�'h %L "I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence submitted herewith in all respects, to the best of my know/edge and belief, to be true and correct, I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and used" If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature is required. Property Owner -��� Mailing Address/�/7-47. City State Zip, j,-, if rz /( 2 ; G� Telephone No. 39 Representative Mailing Address City State Zip Telephone No. S:\Planning\design review permit.wpd April 12, 2002 Page 1 of 1 .`•1 . ...P.: „,::!' 1-ICI V0 J. 1 V ! • VLO 1 I1.. 111C 11 W111.11e ; fl .-ni'i:i. (.. !:..-.aa::.. n. i^ :I r::IL .:i 1'‘bi1"en .VC! Ali:er :..... sic .._., h..1rt n:i::0'.:(1: O,.ni: v r;.. :i:c:^:_-•> lc': ::a;, ..:..! Pun!" L',i,:!::� 1:;_war.:: on _.. -4._•: r: :l, ':. :.]_:l':: lilt C.1 •_ Y" A W N I Al S www.AcmeAwning.com 3206 BLOOMINGTON AVE • MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407 • PHONE (612)722-2731 • FAX (612)722-2930 Work To be Performed At Proposal Submitted To 1:tt,u Water Street Inn Street 101 Smith Water Street Cite- Stillwater MN State 55082 651-439-6000 fax 651-430-9393 Street Ci ry 05-06-11 All: Chuck Dougherty We iter ht prorose to furnish the materials and perform the labor nezessarfor the completion of • Complete welded frame stationary awnings.Traditional Style A - HV. Plan A - South third floor 11 - 3'tall x 3' projection x 3'6"wide Plan B - South second and third floor 22 - 3'tall x 3' projection x 3'6"wide Plan C - North first floor entry 1 - 5'tall x 3' projection x 12'wide Complete manual roller style retractable awnings. Plan D - South first floor 2 - 5'tall x 5' projection x 9' 6"wide 3 - 5'tall x 5'projection x 8'wide Optional graphics: One color letters "RESTAURANT, IRISH PUB, HISTORIC INN" Choice of Sunbrella cover color. Permits extra. $ 5,115.00 $9,790.00 $6,550.00 $350.00 v 111 material is _uuranteci to be as spe, ified. and the above work to be performed in accordance with the dr3«vin?s and >peciiications submitted for above V:ork and completed in a substantial workmanlike manner for the sum of Dol larsi ` t. See Above v. itll hay ntent , to he made ;is ioflov: s: One half to be paid down on order, Balance due in full upon completion. Respectfully submitted Acme A nin. Com•an Per Brian K ly Nola -This prop!' al ma, b::vithJray.n @AcmeAwning.com t•.: us ii not a ,epic t D:iihin driv , ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL The above prices. specifications and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby accepted. You are authorized to do the .work as specified. Payment will be made as outlined abuvc. Date Siunature Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: June 1, 2011 APPLICANT: K B Francis CASE NO.: 11-28 REQUEST: Design Review of elevation modifications at 120 Main St N COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City PlannerG"",YV DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review and approval of elevation modifications to a portion of the Excelsior Block Building located at 120 Main St N. The Excelsior Block Building has been divided and is currently owned by four separate individuals. The portion of the building that is part of this design review application is the southern part of the middle portion of the building. The project calls for the following: 1. Repairs to the pediment 2. Tuck point and repair the masonry 3. Replace three existing windows on the second floor with Marvin double hung windows with metal cladding that will match windows that were previously installed in the Excelsior Block Building. Since the Marvin metal clad windows currently exist on the building staff recommends that the owner be allowed to use these same windows to match what currently exist elsewhere on the building. 4. Replacement of the single pane storefront and glass in one of the exiting doors with double pane glass. 5. Total replacement of one of the doors with a commercial grade wood door. 6. Miscellaneous repairs and modifications. 120 Main St N Page 2 The building is located in the core Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Registry of Historic Districts. The building itself is a contributing building to the Historic District and the building was built in 18821. ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requests in whole or in part. 2. Deny the requests. 3. Continue the request for more information. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is July 14, 2011 and the next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2011. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested building storefront facade as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1 All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. The new commercial door shall be wood. 3. The new windows on the second floor shall match the windows exiting on the building to the north. 4. Prior to the start of construction, the specifications on the mortar to be used for the tuck pointing shall be submitted to the City Planner for approval. 5. No brick surfaces shall be painted. attachments: Applicant's Forni and packet Note: The actual architectural sign shows the building as being constructed in 1882 and not 1884 as indicated on the architectural plans that were submitted for design review. 1882 is also the year listed in the Intensive National Register Survey of Downtown Stillwater completed by Norene Roberts. Case No: 1* Date Filed: Receipt No.: ,Fs - Fee: $25.00 ?Ion DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CITY OF STILLWATER 216 NORTH FOURTH STREET STILLWATER, MN 55082 The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting material submitted in connection with any application. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is required. All supporting material (i.e. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the property of the City of Stillwater. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials is required. After Heritage Preservation approval, there is a 10-day appeal period. Once the 10-day appeal period has ended, the applicant will receive a design review permit which must be signed and submitted to the City to obtain the required building permits. All following information is required . PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION Address of Project / 41 7P-O--' Assessor's Parcel No. dsio3oc `v 7/ to Zoning District(1.4 Description of Project in detail `zu-e/ke b) - ri() f "I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence submitted herewith in all respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, to be true and correct. I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and used" If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature is required. Property Owner / Representative Mailing Address J/l%(s SY. 6i' ' ./t2 Mailing Address City State Zip `;-�e2-mac../›fA.i.5-UE=, City State Zip Telephone No. l / 1/30 -/ Telephone No. S:\Planning\design review permit.wpd April 12, 2002 Excelsior Block Building 120 -120 1/2 North Main Street Stillwater, Minnesota Scope of Work May 12, 2011 The following is a list of improvements to be made to the exterior of the Historic Excelsior Block Building. The building is divided into four separately owned sections and these improvements are only for the addresses of 120- 120 Y2 Main street section. The improvements are meant to maintain the continuity of the historic structure while stabilizing and making energy improvements to this section. 1. Clean and tuck point entire facade in a colored masonry to match the existing. 2. Repair the existing pediment replace missing pieces seal and repaint all metalwork to match existing color. 3. Replace existing double hung sash units with replacement energy efficient metal clad units to match existing. See attached 4. Repair existing Queen Anne Border transoms . ( glazing, wood and glass repair ) 5. Repair and repaint all existing wood trim on upper floor with matching color to maintain building continuity. 6. Replace all single pane storefront with energy efficient store front in same configuration and size. See attached. 7. Replace existing single pane glass in historic door with insulated glass. Black frame 8. Replace existing rough sawn Cedar lap siding under storefront with panel detail in hardi plank and paint. 9. Replace existing store front door with full view glass commercial door out -swing to meet current building codes. Replace painted plywood panel with transom over door. Black frame 10. Install bead board ceiling over existing painted plywood at store entry. 11. Repair masonry steps at store entry and repaint. Color. A. Classic Burgundy Semi Gloss exterior enamel Benjamin Moore Historic Color Collection B. Black Forest Green Semi Gloss exterior enamel Benjamin Moore Historic Color Collection C. Black exterior enamel Semi Gloss enamel Benjamin Moore Historic Color Collection D. Match existing exterior trim color semi gloss enamel Benjamin Moore E. Match existing exterior color in metal paint Diamond Vogle Self priming exterior metal finishes c)1G CoLok, 1 1 1- 1 . I z, it water THE BIRT H P L A C E OF MINNESOTA DATE: June 1, 2011 CASE NO.: DR/2011-30 APPLICANT: Mike Hoefler, HAF Architects, LLC REQUEST: Design Review for 216 Myrtle Street Retail Building OWNER: Trinity Lutheran Church LOCATION: 216 Myrtle Street West HPC REVIEW DATE: June 6, 2011 PREPARED BY: Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director( j BACKGROUND Trinity Lutheran Church owns the property upon which the US Post Office is situated. The church's master facilities plans include expanding onto the property now occupied by the Post Office. Before that can occur the Post Office must be relocated. Plans have been approved for a new office building on Myrtle and 3'd Street that could house the Post Office. However, that project has been cancelled because all of the space in the building could not be sold in a timely manner. Consequently, Trinity Lutheran Church proposes to remodel the building they own on Myrtle and 4th Street to house the Post Office. This remodeling project would include interior remodeling, a renovation of the building's exterior, and revisions to the parking lot. SPECIFIC REQUEST On behalf of Trinity Lutheran Church, Mr. Hoefler is requesting the Heritage Preservation Commission to approve a design permit for proposed exterior work to the building and parking lot located at 216 Myrtle St. W. EVALUATION OF REQUEST The site is located within the "Downtown Stillwater Design Review District". The western property line coincides with the western boundary of this design review district. Any 216 Myrtle St. W. Page 2 exterior remodeling or site alterations with a value of $5,000.00 or more proposed for a building or site within a design review district requires a design permit.' Existing Exterior Elevations The building was originally constructed of concrete block to house the National T grocery store. The block work is clearly visible on three of the four exterior faces of the building. Face brick exists primarily below the large metal -trimmed plate glass windows on the front of the building, and a small amount also exists on the extreme eastern portion of the Myrtle Street facade. The remainder of the Myrtle Street facade is concrete block. No windows exist along Myrtle. Proposed Exterior Elevations The renovated building exterior would be a dramatic improvement over the current exterior treatments. The project calls for removing the existing storefront and wall system and replacing it with face brick, varied parapet heights, new wood storefronts including kick panels, transom windows, display windows at a 19th Century scale, and suspended metal awnings. Both the north and south elevations will also be improved. Similar wood storefronts will be added to a portion of the north wall and more significantly, to the south wall along Myrtle Street. Currently the Myrtle Street elevation is a solid wall with no fenestration and no horizontal or vertical relief. The introduction of wood storefronts, varied parapet height, face brick along the entire elevation and a "living wall" section will bring considerably more interest and aesthetic appeal to this prominent stretch of building. As proposed, the storefront design meets the guidelines found in the Downtown Design Manual. Parking Lot Revisions The parking lot will be redeveloped with 110 spaces (50 are required for the 10,000 square feet of space). The main new features of the lot will be a rain garden at the southeast corner of the lot; a mail drop lane for the Post Office; vegetated islands; the curb cut on Myrtle Street will be an exit only with left and right turn lanes; a loading dock and ramp will be added to the north side of the building; and some of the parking spaces directly in front of the building will be replaced with sidewalk plaza areas. The light poles in the lot will remain or be relocated. ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requested design permit with the following conditions: a) All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. Pursuant to City Code Ch. 31, Sec. 31-209 (c) (2) ix. 216 Myrtle St. W. Page 3 b) Signage shall be approved as a separate design permit, which must be approved by the HPC. c) The City Planner shall review the architectural plans prior to the issuance of a building permit. Deny the design permit. Continue the request for more information. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested design permit as conditioned in Alternative 1 cc: Mike Hoefler Bob Eiselt attachments: Plan set directory HAF GROUP 4TH STREET RETAIL STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 face brick over existing concrete block wood storefronts new sidewalk pad proposed flag pole iati pay SL▪ OG Gum • CpCli c Lout SEVIELED GALLON Bort slice BUMP Guam, ANT co Cal coLippESSUGAnal ▪ coon OA leASi G GA GAO. OUJOE Guy OALvArarpo ac CO Go' GUNMEN H V. LAUPLUELN La AMONG LH LEG lulu L15 Mawr LGEN Gyp LOAD Way N pair nuy RAS MAO copulonin pGAOPLO ps VAC D S SOL STOR NAGLE aapir Wain SiA5GESS STEEL SIM ArciNGE LTEALAVATED ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS: T1 TITLE SHEET AS 1 SITE PLAN Al FLOOR PLAN A2 PROPOSED ELEVATIONS A3 PROPOSED ELEVATIONS PR-1 PERSPECTIVE PR-2 PERSPECTIVE PR-3 PERSPECTIVE PR-4 PERSPECTIVE PR-5 PERSPECTIVE PR-6 PERSPECTIVE EX-1 EXISTING CONDITIONS HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION 106.EAST.CHESTNUT.STREET T5 H . 6 5 1. 3 5 I. T P 6 0 HF ARCHITECTS A R CA ITECTURE N N I NG INTERIORS DEVELOP., OwniEll. GUM SHEET IN T ox. TITLE SHEET: T1 ROPOSED ONE-WAY DRIVE UP POSTAL DROP MRYTLE STREET W HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEV E L OP MEN T CONSTRUCTION s 0 ERE HF ARCHITECTS ARCHITECTURE P L ANNING INTERIORS 106 EAST HESTNUT ST. DEVELOPER / OWNER If IRSIECT$VE 14210 SHEET INFORMATION, SITE PLAN: AS1 OSITEcePLAN u_ 2 3 aB (.. a w ce U Z 6 OPROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATION 0 1L0. HARDIE COVERING OVER EXISTING FACE BRICK WOODWORK WALL LED SCONCE WOOD STOREFRONT WINDOWS AND COLUMNS WITH WOOD PANEL BULKHEAD LOWERED SIDEWALK -WOOD CROWN - PAINTED PAINT OVER CMU (EXISTING) USPS SIGNAGE -STEEL CANOPY WITH SUSPENSION RODS WOOD DOORS STEEL PIPERAIL HARDIE PANEL WITH BATTEN STRIPS - COLOR TO MATCH CMU 5 RAILING BEHIND STEEL PAINTED PIPE NEW SERVICE DOOR HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION HF ARCHITECTS RCHIi CTURE PLANNING INTERIORS STILLWATER, ram 1,1110 SHEET INFO...1'10W PROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATION: A2 0 PROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATION fI I O 1111111,,1 'I' Z 0 W W oe 0 r w w W 0 G. b 0 OG d O wood cap face brick over existing concrete block wood storefronts new sidewalk pad proposed flag pole HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION SIObT...SS OSO E H. 6 3 1. S 6 1. 1 7 0 0 Hr•IF ARCHITECTS f< HITTE�`.TLS ARCHITECTURE PLANNING INTERIOES 100 SAS ,CTSelOiNVT ST. STILLW•TE11, MN PHONE "1-351.,1:.36-01R0 Noircit 0Lv6Lerea MU 211111. 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PE SSSSSS PRCOMIlnia ...cu�� exY xxx.aNOnx1 • MELT INPORAMTION: PR-5 wood storefront parking - see site plan HAF GROUP ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION I TILLWT.0 HESTNU. {3 0 55FT STILLWAfER.M N.! S H; f! 1. 3 f 1. 1 0 0 0 HF ARCHITECTS ARCHITECTURE PLANNING INTERIORS 101 1 CN!{iNOi fT. f Alh f S t f S 0, 0 1{ 0 WWW.11,11,,CMITECT3 CON MUG,. COWEN: mwsru��W Kmrtsr�—uP001.HONI31 MET 0130104•310. PR-6 _ 0 N 0 z W 0 1- O Z 0 1-- z 0 U 0 z N X O x 1- D 0 N 0 z w > 0 1- O x N z 0 z 0 V 0 z X F N 0 z > 0 1- 0 a N z 0 H 5 z 0 v 0 z 1- N X _ O z 0 z 0 0 N z 0 z 0 V 0 z 1-- N X 0 1- z O 0 W W 0 N 0 z 1 w > 0 1- O x Q. N z 0 ca z 0 U 0 z 1- N X O N W 0 z w > 0 0 _ N z O H z O v 0 z 1- N X O Stil1wIeJ THE to F to E S 0'.A Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: June 2, 2011 APPLICANT: Randall Raduenz CASE NO.: 11-31 REQUEST: Design Review of proposed signage for Rafters LOCATION: 317 Main St S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner DISCUSSION Wall Sign The applicant is requesting design review and approval for a sign at 317 Main St S for Rafters. The sign is proposed to contain the words "Rafter Food & Spirits Scenic River View" in white letters on a burgundy and blue background. The Rafter logo comprises of tan rafters. The sign will have a black border. The sign is 16 feet wide by 17 inches tall for a total of 22.6 square feet in area. The sign will be non -illuminated. For retail storefront signs, the Commercial Historic District Design Manual provides the size of signs shall be consistent with the Sign Ordinance. The zoning ordinance states building signs in the CBD '...may have an aggregate area not exceeding one square foot for each foot of building face...'. The applicant's retail space is 50 feet long facing Main St S. The total sign area of the proposed sign is 22.6 square feet, which is smaller than allowed under the zoning ordinance. 317 Main St S Page 2 Projecting Sign The applicant is also requesting design review and approval to install a projecting sign. The proposed sign face is 2 feet wide by 3 feet tall for a total area of 6 square feet. The sign is proposed to contain the words "Food & Spirits I Music ". The lettering is proposed to be white on a blue and burgundy background. Since the name of the business is not on the sign, this is permitted as an additional sign. For retail storefront signs the Commercial Historic District Design Manual provides the size of signs shall be consistent with the Sign Ordinance. The zoning ordinance allows projecting signs of up to six square feet in size. The sign frame is not counted towards the total area. The total sign of the sign face is 6 square feet, which meets the requirements of the zoning ordinance. RECOMMENDATION Approval as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. No additional signage without HPC approval. 3. No exterior lighting on the sign without HPC approval. FINDINGS The proposed signs meet the requirements of the zoning ordinance and meet the intent of the Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District Design Manual. attachments: Applicant's Form Drawing of the proposed sign Photo of existing building kiAc, e.,0 L-tk-4 att tr plairntr4 .1..) 14A.110-14-c.).. ti 117,7, Ai#4,1,"11 :“ tbi 1 4.,) Ai 1 A 6 ww. St. Croix Boom Company The St. Croix Boom Company located at 317 S. Main St. has much history of its own. Named for the logging times, which made Stillwater what it was, the Boom Company was a Twin Cities hot spot for the music nightlife, hosting not only homegrown talent, but also national and regional acts. The Boom Company began as Stillwater Recreation, then became the Pia -More Lanes, the Still House, and finally the St. Croix Boom Company. The layout of the former bowling alley proved to be very good from a sound perspective. The following pages consist of posters add newspaper ads which list performers and showcase the artwork of local artist Mark Luebker. (Picture Courtesy of Mark Luebker) 1 3ad9JNpAN fUlt 010? a`I p. sa " s: BURGERS WINGS NACr-OS PULL-TA3S 92' SCREEN Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: June 2, 2011 APPLICANT: Yaniv Abotbul, Happy Bridge LLC REQUEST: Design Review of proposed signage for Bronze LOCATION: 229 Main St S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: June 6, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner CASE NO.: 2011-33 DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review and approval for a sign at 229 Main St S for Bronze. The sign is proposed to contain the words "Bronze" in brown letters on a black background. The sign is 100 inches wide by 25 inches tall for a total of 17.4 square feet in area. The sign permit application notes that the sign will be illuminated; however, no information on the type of lighting fixtures was submitted. Staff is assuming that the existing goose neck style fixtures will be used. For retail storefront signs, the Commercial Historic District Design Manual provides the size of signs shall be consistent with the Sign Ordinance. The zoning ordinance states building signs in the CBD '...may have an aggregate area not exceeding one square foot. for each foot of building face...'. The applicant's retail space is 26 feet long facing Main St S. The total sign area of the proposed sign is 17.4 square feet, which is smaller than allowed under the zoning ordinance. 229 Main St S Page 2 RECOMMENDATION Approval as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. No additional signage without HPC approval. 3. Only the existing gooseneck style light fixtures shall be used to light the sign. The light bulbs in the fixtures shall not extend beyond the body of the gooseneck fixture. The light bulbs shall be limited to 100 watt incandescent light bulbs, 20 watt compact fluorescent light bulbs, or 4.8 watt LED light bulbs. Any new or additional lighting fixtures shall not be used without HPC approval. FINDINGS The proposed signs meet the requirements of the zoning ordinance and meet the intent of the Downtown Stillwater Commercial Historic District Design Manual. attachments: Applicant's Form Drawing of the proposed sign Photo of existing building rArcrs-,AA rstnorriplaff A 4k...ft L-R rvvv ArrLIA.4- %.4 fikel roMMIMTTY D VELnPMr-TIT OF STILLWATER. 216 NORTH FOURTH STREE: STILLWATER, MN 5S082 Case tie rkate File Receipt No.: Fee; $25.00 The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and sopportmy material submitted in connection with any application. All supporting material (i.e. photos, sketches, etc.) submitted with application becomes the :iroperty of the City of Stillwater. Photos, sketches and a letter of intent 1 required. Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials are required. All following information is required . PROPERTY Trir-1117FTCATInk , WW1\ Grct 1-- A Patcei No, Zoning District LDV DP:Scrintion of proieer in diil, IS " , ,5 . , / 6, .1 (.1:;,, 0 vs'. 0 ,--) Luc) c>,.:-Cc vx Le-fi-tiv- ..f.A,, c. iv -Lc s 5 01/46ficv-ve_ C- Iv\kg: hereby state tile toreooing statements and all data, information and evidence "DmittedhePnvithin ail tryPA1L-t5: t tly-f=bst of my- o-tvleelm,---- ,7r76-1 true and correct, .1 further cerale I will comply with the permit if it is granted ano use'7 If renrpr,prt:itiv:a r rkt thpn owneYs , Property Owner Mailing Address City State Zip _eprfentative nature is required ci 6 E. Mailing Address_ s- 0 City State Zip elephone No. Telephone No. Signature Signature {-) • Required)i (Requ ed) \mcnarnara \shei!a\2005yrestqn review perm my 13_ 20.7:- Location of §itirt 1 city 5t Applicant Name I; Address 4 I Ctly .../4414-3 Owner (if difrenant from Appricant) Norne, Address ‘) I state tip,„ LSI__ Contractoes N_aine cation for Si n Permit Fee: $50.00 Community Development Department 216 North Fourth Street 3tilhArater. MN 550S2 b51-4.3u-8V0 r Quite 1 MN I zip - Phone # Address r stmv. Attached ere the following documents (Required to be submitted with application_ Attach a plan showing the sign size location and type of material used. if the sign is to de mounted on the building, show an elevation of the building and sign Additionally, if the building is historic the sign mounting shall limit damage to the exterior of the building City ----' Design Review application Of required). Ali signs in the Downtown Area and in the West sviiwamr eusineF.i.s Par require desion review by iiPC. 1-Sign Details Sign Size: Dimensions: • ' , Serbooks: From Prooerty Colors- ,/-1 /1,7)/1-11( ti!urriine.tiort'. KYes u No qar Feel. Sign Height:_ff ffeesWotiiog) From firivewnyl ot Materials: tz 06,1 If Yes, TYPe: Declaration sr i2 i'l -1 , , - • , , / ;41 L/ -- IA."12, 1 : 4 7`-` C -7" '.../ I hereby certify that the information provided in this application is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I hereby authorize the City of Stillwater and any anent or en-iployee of it, to inspect the proposed Site at any reasonable time before and after any permit i& issued rel9ted to this regtiqst ,,' Ows*rAinature Applicant Signature #11-VteW LT Approved permit* El Denied I Date 11,272-1-L {Lonoitioris tor approval-. Gontractor must he licensed with the City of Stillwater, Contractor s license application form is available at stillwAter City Hail -----f„„ituember to coil Goimpr state One rail at 651-454,0002 before you dict LiC.:z4:puo5.6 FritS IS a Fbezi I 1 I I sz7b" x- is.' 4jAa-t: 7. ck 6 5 bu 00 cisav- /Vv•s4__. \ii--)MCV-- pa \ ‘r\--A\---(-7 c`.\ (k2)() 0 vN,. ii1A_e)v.,S/ c Memo Community Development Department To: Heritage Preservation Commission From: Michel Pogge, City Planner Date: Friday, June 03, 2011 Re: Facade Improvement Program Message: In order to encourage building owners to make facade improvements to historic buildings in Downtown Stillwater, the City Council approved the establishment of a Facade Improvement Program this spring and authorized up to $500,000 in TIF funding for the program. To be eligible for funding the building must: 1. Be a commercial (income producing) property. 2. Be over 50 years of age. 3. Be located within the City's Downtown Stillwater Design Review District. a. Priority is given to buildings listed individually on the National Register of Historic Places and buildings listed as a contributing building to the Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). Eligible Improvements: Eligible improvements (subject to City approval) must be visible from the public realm, and include, but need not be limited to: • replacement of missing decorative features • rehabilitation or replacement of historic rooflines include corbels of stone and brick, parapets of stone, brick, metal, or wood, and a variety of other decorative features rehabilitation or replacement of doors and windows • removal of non -historic materials or additions From the desk of... Michel Pogge, AICP • City Planner • City of Stillwater • 216 N. 4rh Street -Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 Fax: 651.430-8810 email: mpogge@ci.stillwater.mn.us • historic awnings • approved exterior lighting • historic preservation -related maintenance which requires specialized care or expertise, including tuck -pointing and cleaning • design and engineering fees related to the proposed improvements (maximum 10% of total costs) Ineligible work includes, but may not be limited to: • Any interior work • Work done to a building's roof • Landscape improvements • Plants • Building improvements not visible from the public realm • Building additions / new construction • Improvements completed or in progress at the time of application • Building acquisition • Exterior painting, except for painting related to other eligible improvements • Routine maintenance The City received seven applications in the first round of the fund requests. The applications received are as follows: Facade Program Funding Requests - Round 1 Applicant Address Year Built NRHP Amount Requested Jeff and Jennifer Anderson 229 Main St S 1910 Yes $ 80,500.00 Katherine Francis 120 Main St N 1882 Yes $ . 43,580.00 St Croix Preservation Co Inc 101 Water St S 1890 Yes $ 21,805.00 Se-Tac Properties, LLC 126 2nd St S 1910-1924 No $ 66,650.00 Scott Zahren 308 Chestnut St E 1910-1914 Yes $ 19,275.00 Robin Partch 223 Main St N 1937 No $ 9,879.00 Mark Hansen 241 Main St S 1951-1952 No $ 33,490.00 The program has the following selection criteria: The City's Heritage Preservation Commission may utilize ranking systems or other determining factors to assist in the selection process depending on availability of funds and the number of applicants. A ranking system may include, but may not be limited to: historic significance and integrity of the property, demonstrated need, and the project's scope of work and compliance with historic standards. Such ranking systems may be modified at any time to meet the goals of the City. Approvals will be based on available funding, and the applicant's ability to complete the proposed project in a timely manner. Final awards will be made by the Stillwater City Council based on the recommendation of the Heritage Preservation Commission. From the desk of... Michel Pogge, AICP City Planner • City of Stillwater 216 N. 4th Street • Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 Fax: 651.430-8810 email: mpogge@ci.stillwater.mn.us Staff suggests the following scoring criteria for each project: • Significance of the property o 5 points if it is a NRHP o 2 points if not a NRHP but in or adjacent to the NRHP Historic District o 0 points if not a NRHP and not in or adjacent to Historic District • Integrity of the property o 5 points if property has a high level of integrity o 0 points if it has no integrity • Scope o 5 points if the project meets the funding criteria o 0 points if the project does not meet the funding criteria • Historic Standards o 5 points if the project meets the downtown design guidelines o 0 points if the project does not meet the downtown design guidelines Based on 20 possible points, staff recommends that a project receive a majority of the available points (or a minimum of 11 points) to be eligible for funding. Staff has reviewed each application and provides the following initial scoring: Applicant Significance Integrity Scope Historic TOTAL standards Jeff and Jennifer Anderson 5 5 5 5 20 Katherine Francis 5 5 5 5 20 St Croix Preservation Co Inc 5 5 5 5 20 Se-Tac Properties, LLC 2 2 5 5 14 Scott Zahren 5 5 5 5 20 Robin Partch 2 5 3 5 15 Mark Hansen 2 2 5 0 9 As presented, the initial score for Mr. Hansen s was a 9, which is below the minimum threshold for funding under the program. If the application were modified to meet the downtown historic standards, the application would be rescored to a 14, which would then meet the minimum score for funding. From the desk of... Michel Pogge, AICP • City Planner • City of Stillwater 216 N. 4th Street Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 • Fax: 651.430-8810 • email: mpogge@ci.stillwater.mn.us STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS • Without changes to the application from Mark Hansen, the Heritage Preservation Commission recommend that the City Council award the Facade Improvements Requests to each of the applicants as requested except for Mark Hansen. • If Mark Hansen s application is changed as recommended by staff, the Heritage Preservation Commission recommend that the City Council award the Facade Improvements Requests to all of the applicants. From the desk of... Michel Pogge, AICP • City Planner • City of Stillwater • 216 N. 4th Street • Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 •Fax: 651.430-8810 •email: mpogge@ci.stillwater.mn.us Memo Community Development Department To: Heritage Preservation Commission From: Michel Pogge, City Planner Date: Thursday, June 02, 2011 Re: 229 Main St S Facade Improvement Request Message: The plans for the storefront renovations for 45 degrees by Jeff and Jennifer Anderson were approved by the HPC at your May meeting. They have now applied for Downtown Facade Improvement funding to complete the project. Attached is a copy of the staff report, the approved design review permit, and approved plans for the Commission information as they consider funding the project. From the desk of... Michel Pogge, AICP City Planner • City of Stillwater • 216 N. 4th Street • Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 • Fax: 651.430-8810 • email: mpogge@ci.stillwater.mn.us THE SINTH►LACE OF MINNESOTA Case No.: HP2011-018 �]t r 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 Permit Fee: $25 00 Paid: 4/15/2011 DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT Heritage Commission Meeting Date: 5/2/2011 ActionNote: Approved 6-0 Description of Project: Design review of reconstrution on strorefront on Main and Water Streets - 45 Degrees Storefront Applicant(s): ANDERSON, JEFF HAF ARCHITECTS, MICHAEL HOEFLER Project Address: 229 MAIN ST S Property ID No.: 2803020410032 Zoning District: CBD Conditions: 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. No additional signage without HPC approval. 3. The "Majestic" sign may be lit similar to the historic Majestic sign. Final lighting plan shall be approved by the City Planner prior to installation of the Majestic Sign. 4. Light of the 45 degrees signs shall be done with down cast goose neck lighting. Cut sheets of the lighting fixtures shall be submitted to the City Planner for approval prior to installation of the lighting fixtures. 5. The applicant shall submit a new design review permit for the deck and outside improvements shown on the plan in conjunction with a parking variance and special use permit for the outdoor use by the Planning Commission. Any stair installed to access the new entrance on the south side of the building shall be temporary and no larger then what is needed to meet building code requirements. 6. The sign shall be moved up above the transom windows. 7. The dark color plan shall be used on the storefront. Brick shall not be painted. We accept the conditions of this permit. We understand that any changes from these plans must be resubmitted for approval. Owner or Representative Date C y 'ner Date City of Stillwater - 216 N Fourth St - Stillwater, MN 55075 - 651-430-8820 Page 1 of 2 .................. THE BIRTHPLACE OP MINNEBDTA Case No.: HP2011-018 IIIIIII IIIIII III IIIII IIIII IIIII IIII IIIIII IIIII IIIII IIII I'll Permit Fee: $25.00 Paid: 4/15/2011 DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT A design review permit is granted pursuant to the zoning ordinance and is not a substitute for a building permit. The city building official issues a building permit after approval of the plans and payment of the building permit fee and state surcharge. This design review permit will be null and void if the project that is permitted by this permit is not completed within two years from the date the permit is granted. City of Stillwater - 216 N Fourth St - Stillwater, MN 55075 - 651-430-8820 Page 2 of 2 Heritage Preservation Commission DATE: April 28, 2011 APPLICANT: Mike Hoefler, HAF Architects PROPERTY OWNER: Jeff Anderson REQUEST: Design Review of elevation modifications and signage at 229 Main St S for 45 Degrees COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use ZONING: CBD - Central Business District HPC DATE: May 2, 2011 REVIEWERS: Community Dev. Director PREPARED BY: Michel Pogge, City Planner CASE NO.: 11-18 DISCUSSION The applicant is requesting design review and approval of elevation modifications to 229 Main St S for 45 Degrees. The project calls for the reconstruction of the existing storefront along Main Street to include new wood store front including kick panels, display windows, door, new second floor windows, and new fabric awnings on the second floor. Additionally the plans call for modifications along Water Street and the south building elevation. The plans show a new deck and outdoor display area; however, a parking variance and a special use permit for outdoor use is required prior to the installation of these improvements; therefore, these improvements are not part of the design review approval at this point in time. The building is located in the core Stillwater Commercial Historic District as listed on the National Registry of Historic Districts. The building itself is a contributing building to the Historic District and was built in 1884. 229 Main St S Page 2 Elevation modifications Plans call for elevation modifications along Main Street, Water Street, and the south building elevation. Main St Facade The Downtown Design Manual Guidelines provides direction for storefront facades to restore historic storefronts when feasible. In this case, the old Majestic Theater store front and entrance was set back from Main Street. If a storefront similar to the Majestic storefront was installed a number of potential issues would occur. First, it would create a setback that is not seen along this block. Second, it would create an area where an individual could hide from pedestrians on Main St creating an unsafe situation. Finally, it is not conducive to the reuse of the building as a retail space. For these reasons, staff agrees with the applicant that restoring the original Majestic storefront is not appropriate in this case. Water St Facade Today a dated facade with brick arches and siding exists along Water Street. The plans call for installing store front similar to the one proposed along Main Street with a new wood store front including kick panels, display windows, and door. New lighting is also proposed. Areas not replaced with the storefront will keep the existing siding in place. South Elevation Today the south elevation is a blank concrete wall with utility boxes for phone and the power meter. Plans call for cutting in a smaller version of the entrance plan for along Main St and Water St along with two new window opening. The plans call for adding fabric awnings over the windows along with new lighting. Overall the proposal as submitted meets the intent of the Downtown Design Manual Guidelines for storefront facades. Signage The plans call for one sign facing Main St S and one facing Water St S. The signs will be 4 foot wide by 5 foot tall (20 square feet). they are proposed to be installed parallel to but not flush with the building. This type of sign is consistent in style to a wall style sign. The new sign will be similar to the exiting 45 degrees sign at 209 Main St S. The sign will have the words "45 Degrees Outdoor Gear & Apparel" in black letter. The logo is white lettering on an orange background with a black and white outline. The sign will have a black border. The application is not clear but it appears that the sign will be non -illuminated. For retail storefront signs the Commercial Historic District Design Manual provides the size of signs shall be consistent with the Sign Ordinance. The zoning ordinance states building signs in the CBD '...may have an aggregate area not exceeding one square foot for each foot of building face...'. The applicant's retail space is 27 feet long facing Main 229 Main St S Page 3 St and Water St. The total sign area for each of the proposed sign is 20 square feet, which is smaller than what allowed under the zoning ordinance. The plans call for a projecting style sign with "MAJESTIC" similar to what was in place as seen in photos between the 1910's and 1930's. The size of the sign will be 7'6" wide by 2' tall, which is smaller than the original sign. In addition, the new sign will be non - illuminated unlike the original sign. Since the name of the business is not on the sign and reproduces a historic sign that was in place during the period of influence for the Downtown Historic District, this is permitted as an additional sign. ALTERNATIVES The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve the requests in whole or in part. 2. Deny the requests. 3. Continue the request for more information. The 60 day decision deadline for the request is June 14, 2011 and the next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for June 6, 2011. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the requested building storefront facade and signage as conditioned. CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL 1. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 2. No additional signage without HPC approval. 3. No exterior lighting on the sign without HPC approval. 4. 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Michel Pogge, AICP • City Planner • City of Stillwater • 216 N. 4t1, Street • Stillwater, MN 55082 651.430-8822 • Fax: 651.430-8810 • email: mpogge©ci.stillwater.mn.us I II!I / NORTH MAIN STREET J2/ • PARKING 1 REST ROOM 1 0 1 1 41 NEIN — BUS STOP — — WATER STREET '---- RETAINI G WALL / LING ium • TRAIL PARKING WALKWAY CONCEPT PARKING • L i M PARKING NMI EMI /- / \ / — — i ' TRAIL 5 -t-I-1-t-1-1 ill 0' 10' 20' 40' SANDERS WACKER BERGLY INC. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS & PLANNERS 365 East Kellogg Blvd. Saint Paul, MN 55101 Phone: (651) 221-0401 Fax: (651) 297-6817 E—moil: swbinc®usinternet.com LOWELL PARK PEDESTRIAN WALKWAY STILLWATER, MINNESOTA I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that 1 am a duly registered Landscape Architect under the lows of the State of Minnesota. Signoture Dote: Reg. Number: Project Number. 1024 Drown By 9a1 Original Issue Dote: 06/01/11 Revision: Dote: Description: WALKWAY CONCEPT SHEET: WC NORTH III', MEM NMI MIN iIiiiiI\ NORTH MAIN STREET BUS STOP WATER STREET----- �---------------690--------- / PARKING PARKING WALKWAY CONCEPT M // — I I 0' 0' 20' / 40' SANDERS WACKER BERGLY INC. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS & PLANNERS 365 East Kellogg Blvd. Saint Paul, MN 55101 Phone: (651) 221-0401 Fax: (651) 297-6817 E—mail' swbinc@usinternet.com LOWELL PARK PEDESTRIAN WALKWAY STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 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 Landscape Architect under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Signature Dote: Reg. 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