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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-06-03 HPC MIN0 0 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission June 3, 2002 Chairperson Lieberman called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Present: Chairperson Lieberman, Commissioners Diem, Hark, Peterson, and Tomten Others: Sue Fitzgerald, Planner Absent: Commissioners Eastwood and Johnson APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion made by Commissioner Peterson, seconded by Commissioner Hark to approve the May 6, 2002 commission minutes. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR102 -29 Design review of exterior signage for Buona Sera at 402 South Main Street. Wayne Cullinan represented Steve Bremer. Mr. Cullinan presented examples of the proposed signage. It is the intent of the applicant to keep the signage, umbrellas, and awnings to a minimum to create an upscale appearance. Redwood will be used for trim on some of the windows and flowerboxes around the outside eating area. The existing "goose neck" lights will be used. Motion made by Chairperson Lieberman, seconded by Commissioner Tomten to approve with the following conditions: 1. No additional signage. 2. All revisions to the approved sign be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 3. A sign permit shall be obtained at City Hall. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Cullinan had additional items for Commission approval. There will be 6 -7 tables in the outside eating area. There will also be an open lattice fence with squares approximately 8 to 10 inch openings. Sue Fitzgerald informed Mr. Cullinan that the fence ordinance requires a minimum of three and half feet. Mr. Cullinan was willing to comply with the fence ordinance. 1 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission June 3, 2002 Mr. Cullinan would like to add shutters to the windows so there is a more authentic and residential look to the building. There was a concern about the size of the shutters. It was recommended that the shutters look as realistic as possible. An arch above the windows was also discussed. The Commission was not in favor of covering up the existing brickwork above the window. Awnings will be placed above the windows. The awnings will be an eggplant color. Motion made by Commissioner Tomten, seconded by Commissioner Peterson to accept the proposal for fencing of the seated area with cedar posts and wood lattice work with 8 to 10 inch square openings, shutters over the second story windows of rectangular shape, and to retain the exposed soldier coursing over the window openings. Applicant is to provide a wall elevation how he will deviate from the full half window shutter and consult with city staff. Motion carried unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -30 Design review of sign package for 102 Second Street South. William Parch — Mark Balay represented John Harvey. Mr. Parch presented a sign package for the building on the southwest corner of Myrtle and Second Street (formerly the Gazette building). Motion made by Chairperson Lieberman, seconded by Commissioner Peterson to approve with the following conditions: 1. No additional signage. 2. All revisions to the approved sign be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 3. A sign variance shall be acquired for the wall signage. 4. City staff to verify sign will not exceed allowable square footage requirements. Motion carried unanimously. Case No. DR102 -31 Design review of exterior signage for Amy's at Brunswick Cafe and Pastry Shop located at 114 Chestnut Street. Renee K. Flesner, applicant. Ms. Flesner requested design review of an exterior sign for Amy's at Brunswick formerly the Harvest Inn. Motion made by Commissioner Tomten, seconded by Chairperson Lieberman to approve with the following conditions: 2 • City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission June 3, 2002 1. No additional signage. 2. All revisions to the approved sign be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 3. Final size of sign to be viewed by city staff before construction. Motion carried unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -32 Design review of exterior signage at 221 North Main Street. Dan Schulte representing Kagan Binder Attorneys. Mr. Schulte requested a design review of exterior signage at 221 North Main Street. The Commission voiced their concerns about the size and placement of sign. The Commission agrees that the sign is should be consistent with the existing signs. Commission would look at other designs that are consistent with the approved design package. Motion made by Chairperson Lieberman, seconded by Commissioner Peterson to deny signage proposal. However, if the Planning Commission does approve the variance the Commission recommends the sign be limited to no higher than the height of the band on the east elevation of the building. The Commission recommends to the Planning Commission that the variance be denied. Motion carried unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -33 Design review of an office park at Curve Crest Blvd and Hwy 36. Dick Zahring, Welsh Companies and Lynn Sloat, Sala Architecture represented MSP Development Co., LLC. James Bradshaw was also present. Mr. Zahring and Mr. Sloat requested design review of an office park at Curve Crest Blvd. Highway 36. The Commission was concerned about the visibility of the equipment on the roof and the amount of lighting on the property. The equipment on the roof will not be visible from ground level. The lighting will have a downward effect and will not illuminate the sky. Applicant does not see a problem with complying with all conditions. Motion made by Chairperson Lieberman, seconded by Commissioner Diem to approve with the following conditions: 1. All utilities shall be completely screened from public view. 3 • 0 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission June 3, 2002 2. A lighting plan showing the fixture type, height, location and exterior lighting intensity shall be submitted with building permit plans for Planning Director approval. 3. All lighting shall be directed away from the street and adjacent properties, light sources shall be shielded from direct view and protected from damage by vehicles. 4. All landscaping shall be installed before utility release or final project inspection; no project shall be phase unless the Planning Commission grants approval. 5. Continuous concrete curbing shall be installed to separate parking areas from landscape areas. 6. Handicapped parking spaces and signage, incompliance with state requirements, shall be shown on building permit plan and installed before final inspection of the project. 7. The street address of the building shall be displayed in a location conspicuous from the public street. 8. The trash enclosure shall be made of a sturdy opaque masonry material, with trash receptacles screened from view and compatible with the color and materials of the project. 9. Fencing, as indicated on the plans, shall protect all trees required to remain on site, or other necessary measures shall be taken to prevent damage during construction activity. 10. No roof equipment shall be visible to the general public, all gutters, downspouts, flashings, etc. shall be painted to match the color of the adjacent surface. 11. Construction projects shall conform to the City's noise ordinance; construction during the dry season shall mitigate excess dust problems. 12. Grading and drainage plan to be approved by City Engineer before building permits are issued. 13. Sign package to be approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission including directional signs. 14. Exterior lighting plan to be reviewed and approved by city staff before building permit is issued. 15. All security lights on building must be down lit. 16. A sign permit is required for signage and all exterior modifications to the approve plan are to be reviewed by Community Development Director. Motion carried unanimously. Case No DR/02 -34 Design review of exterior modifications, signage and seating for the St. Croix Saloon located at 112 North Main Street. Jessica Junker and Chris Wallace, applicants. 9 • i City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission June 3, 2002 Ms. Junker and Mr. Wallace informed the Commission that the description of the sign is incorrect. The sign will be black with white lettering to match the trim and black awnings will be added with white lettering, the name of the business cannot be used. Lighting around sign will remain lit, but at a lower wattage. Existing light fixtures will not be used. Motion made by Commissioner Tomten, seconded by Commissioner Peterson to approve with the following conditions: 1. No additional signage. 2. All revisions to the approved sign be reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Commission. 3. The awning shall not be lit from inside. 4. Structural elements of the awning shall be at least eight feet above the sidewalk. 5. Fixed awnings should have a minimum one by one pitch. 6. Traditional straight lined, fixed or retractable - pitched awning should be used, no round awnings. 7. Name of business cannot be printed on awnings. 8. Lower wattage light bulbs will be used to light sign. 9. Existing light fixtures cannot be used. Motion carried unanimously. OTHER ITEMS a. Review of final draft of the West Half of Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter's Addition Architectural Survey - Don Empson. Chairperson Lieberman commented on Don Empson's good work. Motion made by Commissioner Peterson, seconded by Chairperson Lieberman to adjourn the meeting at 9:34 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Bobbi Ward Recording Secretary 5