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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-07-05 HPC MIN• City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission July 5, 2000 Present: Howard Lieberman, chairperson Beth Diem, Phil Eastwood, Jeff Johnson, Robert Kimbrel, Dean Miller, and Roger Tomten Others: Planner Sue Fitzgerald Mr. Lieberman called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes: Mr. Kimbrel noted the vote on Case DR/00 -15 was not recorded; the vote for approval was unanimous. Mr. Lieberman moved to accepted the minutes of June 5, 2000, as corrected; all in favor. (There was no second to the motion.) Case No. SUP /DR/00 -44 This case was continued to the August meeting. Case No. DR/00 -19 Design review of exterior modifications for pool addition at Stillwater Inn, 1750 W. Frontage Road. Tim Balstad, applicant. Mr. Balstad was present. He said in order to keep his business competitive he planned to add a swimming pool to the motel. He said the same architect who designed the original structure is doing the plans for the addition. The addition will be of the same materials and colors as the main building, but the exterior trim will be lightened some, he said. Mr. Lieberman suggested that Mr. Balstad consult with staff regarding paint colors. Ms. Fitzgerald asked if there would be any additional outside lighting. Mr. Balstad said he may use /move some of the existing lights, but there will be no more illumination that there currently is. Ms. Fitzgerald said even if the existing lights are moved, the lighting must be downlit. Mr. Johnson noted that conditional of approval No. 2, review of exterior lighting, applies even if the existing lights are moved. Mr. Johnson asked about ventilation units. All mechanicals will be inside, Mr. Balstad said, and vents will be located at ground level to the rear of the building. Mr. Lieberman moved approval as conditioned, with the final paint color and lighting to be reviewed by staff. Mr. Miller seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/00 -20 Design review of exterior modifications for Valley Bookseller at 217 N. Main St. Jocelyn Tilsen, applicant. Ms. Tilsen, her husband and co- owner, and architect Bob Lane were present. Ms. Tilsen said the front elevation of the building presents a challenge due to the setback from the street and the height of the building. 0 0 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission July 5, 2000 Ms. Fitzgerald noted the applicant is requesting both a logo and sign on the front elevation, and will be seeking a variance from the Planning Commission for signage on the south elevation. During the discussion, it was noted the south elevation faces the city parking lot which could be considered a public way which would allow signage on that elevation. Regarding the request for both the logo and sign on the front elevation, Ms. Tilsen noted if the V is removed, it leaves a large empty space due to the height of the building. She also noted the logo in needed to create an identity as an independent bookseller. HPC suggestions included using the V in Valley Bookseller for the logo, somehow physically attaching the logo to the sign lettering, or incorporating the V in the signage as proposed in the design for the east elevation. Mr. Johnson also suggested introducing a color band to break up the height of the building, in lieu of the logo. Regarding the request for verbiage on the awning on the south elevation to promote various sections in the store, Mr. Tomten noted that verbiage is generally limited to the awning valence, rather than the awning itself. Mr. Lane agreed that it should be possible to add a valence to the awnings. Mr. Johnson suggested the lighting on the front elevation looks a bit high. Mr. Lane said he would look at that. Mr. Johnson moved approval, clarifying condition No. 1 to approve the sign and tapered canopy, excluding the V logo; allowing the shepherd's hook lighting on the west elevation; the awning on the south elevation with verbiage to be placed on the valence and recommending that the Planning Commission grant a variance for the requested signage on the south elevation; that the square footage of the signage equal one square foot per lineal frontage; and approving the color pallet for the building and awnings as presented. Mr. Eastwood seconded the motion. Mr. Johnson later said he would be amendable to amending his motion to allow the V logo if placed on the same plane as the lettering on the canopy, incorporating the logo into the one allowable sign; Mr. Miller seconded that amended motion. Discussion ensued as to the appropriateness of the HPC recommending signage in excess of what is allowable. Mr. Tomten expressed his concern about doing so, and Mr. Lieberman agreed that giving such direction to the Planning Commission may diminish the role of the HPC. Mr. Lieberman suggested adding language to the motion that while the HPC has no opinion regarding the variance for the south elevation, the HPC does find the proposed design of the signage appropriate. Mr. Johnson accepted that language as a friendly amendment to the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/00 -21 Design review for Harvest Inn, Dawn Wagenaar, applicant. 2 0 0 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission July 5, 2000 The applicant was not present. Ms. Fitzgerald explained that the Harvest Inn has been sold to Ms. Wagenaar who is planning only to change the color of the building. Ms. Fitzgerald provided samples of the proposed colors. In the future, the applicant is proposing to install a railing on the steps to the front entry; repair and paint the existing fence; install a lattice fence in the garden area on the south side; pave the parking area on the property; and build a fence around the dumpster. It was noted that paving the parking area was not an HPC issue. Mr. Lieberman, seconded by Mr. Kimbrel, moved approval of the exterior painting with the color pallet as submitted and repair /painting of the fence, assuming the fence will be painted the same color as it currently is. If the fence is to be painted a different color, the color must be returned for review. Motion passed unanimously. Other items: • Mr. Empson informed members that the Hersey Staples survey is completed He also said a suggestion has been made to place historic markers at various places in town. Mr. Empson said he will be looking at prices and sources of funding for such markers. Members were supportive of the concept. Ms. Diem suggested checking with Amy Stefan regarding the style of the proposed historical markers at the Territorial Prison site. • Ms. Fitzgerald noted the Preserve Minnesota Conference will be held in Winona Sept. 28 -29 and asked members to let her know if they are interested in attending. • Mr. Lieberman introduced the HPC's action taken at the June meeting on Mayor Kimble's proposal regarding the historic lift bridge for discussion by members who were not present at the meeting. Ms. Diem expressed her concern about the process the Mayor used in gaining support for the proposal. Mr. Eastwood questioned whether the pier concept is an acceptable one. Mr. Lieberman, seconded by Mr. Miller, moved to adjourn the meeting at 9 p.m.; all in favor. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary