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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-05-06 HPC MIN• 0 City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 6, 2002 Present: Howard Lieberman, Chairperson Beth Diem, Phil Eastwood, Diane Hark, Jeff Johnson, Brent Peterson, and Roger Tomten Others: Sue Fitzgerald, planner Absent: None Mr. Lieberman called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes: Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Eastwood, moved approval of the minutes Of April 10, 2002. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR.02 -18 Design review of addition to Eagle Valley Bank at 1946 Washington Avenue South. Elliot Architects representing the applicant. A representative of the architectural firm was present and briefly reviewed plans. Parking will remain as is, as will the existing signage. The intent of the addition is to get tenants at grade level, with the lower level for storage. The addition will be E.I.F.S. and cultured stone; a tin roof will be bid as an alternate. There was a concern that the requested soffit lighting over each window (16) seemed excessive. Mr. Tomten also expressed a concern that cultured stone would not be used on the west elevation as well as the front elevation; he suggested spreading the stone out evenly on all four sides, using the stone underneath the window placement. The plan is for two at -grade mechanical units; it was suggested the best placement for the mechanicals might be to the south of the property and screened with landscaping. Mr. Johnson moved approval as conditioned, changing condition No. 4 to indicate the trash enclosure will remain wood and painted to match the addition, with the additional conditions that the additional soffit lighting be limited to the main entry and side door; that the mechanical equipment be screened from view with a suggested location at the south of the property; that stone be carried around the west elevation; and that there be no additional signage other than the existing pylon sign. Mr. Peterson seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -21 Design review of landscape plan for the Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine St. Carolyn Phelps, applicant. Ms. Fitzgerald said she had checked the schedule of plant materials. The intent is to use historically appropriate materials, she said, and she said she thought the plan looks good. Mr. Johnson suggested keeping any plantings that will be of large height when mature away from the City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 6, 2002 wall. Mr. Lieberman stated the HPC's action at this point was to give concept approval to phase 1, with the applicant to return as more final plans are developed in phase 2. Case No. DR/02 -22 Design review of house plans for 323 Sixth St. S. John Bailey, applicant. Mr. Bailey was present and showed drawings of the proposed homes. He said he was present to show the HPC that the plans match what he said he would build when the HPC granted the demolition permit. Mr. Johnson asked if the intent was to carry details such as wide corner boards and window details on all elevations; Mr. Bailey said that is his intent. Mr. Johnson commented that the window placements on the side /rear elevations don't work as well as the front; Mr. Bailey said the placements fit the floor plan. Ms. Diem suggested the side and rear elevations will change when a survey is completed due to the topography of the site. Mr. Tomten suggested some design elements to cut down on the garage massing. Mr. Lieberman summed up the discussion by noting that Mr. Bailey had stated he would come back to the HPC with plans when the demolition permit was issued. Mr. Bailey has done so, and received input from the HPC. Should there be substantial modifications of plans in the future, Mr. Bailey will return to the HPC. Case No. DR/02 -23 Design review of outside sales addition for P.J. Asch, 413 E. Nelson St. Mike McGuire, applicant. Deb Asch was present. There was little discussion. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Ms. Hark, moved approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DEN/02 -02 Demolition request for block building located at 207 Nelson St. E. Steve Bremer, applicant. Mr. Bremer was present. Mr. Lieberman reviewed the nine required steps for the issuance of a demolition permit and the HPC's charge in such matters. Mr. Johnson noted the request is for removal of the block garage only, not the barn or other buildings on the property. No one in the audience cared to comment on the matter. Mr. Lieberman, seconded by Mr. Johnson, moved approval of the demolition permit. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -24 Design review of sign package for 102 -108 North Main St. Karl Ranum, applicant. 2 r i City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 6, 2002 The applicant was not present. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Tomten, moved to approve two projecting signs on the east elevation and two wall signs on the south, with the signage kept below the brick and stone second story coursing. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -25 Design review of an exterior sign for Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 214 N. Third St. Robert Ayres representing the applicant. Mr. Ayres was present. He said two existing signs would be removed. The plans call for using some of the building materials left over from construction. The sign will be ground -lit, with the light focusing on the sandstone portion of the sign. Mr. Johnson noted that free - standing signs in the CBD are limited to 30 square feet and cannot exceed 6' in height from grade. Mr. Ayers stated they tried to make the sign comparable in size to that of Trinity Lutheran and St. Michael's Catholic churches. Mr. Ayes noted the church will be requesting a setback variance from the Planning Commission . Mr. Lieberman, seconded by Mr. Peterson, moved approval as conditioned. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -26 Design review of Bradshaw addition on Curve Crest Boulevard and Highway 36. SALA Architects representing the applicant. Jim Bradshaw and Kelly Davis of SALA were present. Mr. Davis stated plans are in the preliminary stage. They were before the HPC at this point to see if there are any issues with materials. Mr. Davis provided a small scale model of the proposed building. Mr. Davis noted that Mr. Bradshaw owns three other parcels in the area and would like to have some cohesiveness in materials, colors, roofing etc.; he stated this is an opportunity to provide a "first class statement for a gateway to Stillwater." Mr. Johnson and Mr. Lieberman noted that Mr. Bradshaw is in a position, as owner of the properties, to require consistency between the parcels through covenants, noting that a precedent exists in the Target/Cub development which has strong covenants. Ms. Fitzgerald said the applicant could work with Mr. Russell in developing a PUD for the property which incorporates suggested design guidelines. Mr. Lieberman commented the HPC would be supportive of consistency of design, not necessarily color. After a brief review of plans for Mr. Bradshaw's building/grounds, Mr. Lieberman closed the discussion by stating the HPC gives concept approval to Mr. Bradshaw's plans and supports the his efforts for consistency of design between the parcels, with the applicant to work with Mr. Russell on that matter. Case No. DR/02 -27 Design review of an office /warehouse building at 1775 Industrial Blvd. Elliot Christensen representing the applicant. Mr. Christensen and property owner, Joe Peltier, were present. Mr. Tomten asked the applicant if he was aware of the City's design guidelines for the Business Park Area, specifically that the proposed metal siding is not allowed and that there must be consistence on all sides of a building • City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 6, 2002 in colors /materials /details. Mr. Peltier responded that there are numerous steel sided buildings in the area; it was noted that some buildings pre -date the guidelines. Mr. Lieberman said the HPC's charge is to be consistent in how the guidelines are applied. Mr. Lieberman asked members to consider the intent of the guidelines and whether the intent can be met by modifying Mr. Peltier's proposal somehow. Mr. Tomten said the intent of the guidelines is to eliminate overscale structures and the mono use of materials, noting that the applicant begins to do that in the front office building. Mr. Peltier noted the wainscoting is carried around on one of the sides, but he needs to construct a retaining wall between the properties making it impractical to do on the north side of the building. Mr. Johnson suggested carrying some of the lines of the front office to the warehouse structure to reduce the scale. Mr. Tomten did some sketches making use of different color panels on the warehouse portion and other detailing to reduce the scale of the building. Mr. Peltier said he liked Mr. Tomten's suggestions, and the Mr. Christensen said it would be possible to incorporate Mr. Tomten's ideas. Mr. Lieberman moved approval as conditioned, stating that incorporating Mr. Tomten's drawings the proposal meets the intent of the design guidelines, with the applicant to submit revised drawings to Ms. Fitzgerald. Mr. Peltier asked about signage, saying he would like a small monument sign at the warehouse elevation the same as the office. Regarding the condition relating to landscaping, Mr. Peltier said the area is so sandy he was not sure what species would work. It also was noted the location of the HVAC units was shown on Mr. Peltier's revised plans. Mr. Johnson suggested amending the motion to indicate the applicants was to provide a landscaping plan and signage that conforms to the ordinance. Mr. Lieberman accepted that amendment to his motion. Mr. Johnson seconded the amended motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. DR/02 -28 Design review of exterior signage for Holiday Companies located at 2500 W. Orleans St. Duane Downey of Suburban Lighting representing the applicant. The applicant was not present. Mr. Johnson moved to deny the request, approving the logo and name on the pylon sign only, with the logo on the canopy and storefront, no building sign, no backlighting of the canopy and that the lighting under the canopy remain unchanged. Ms. Diem seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. V /SUP/DR/02 -26 Design review of proposed Bed and Breakfast at 1306 Third St. S. Tim and Anita Kornwolf, applicants. n 0 0'' City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission May 6, 2002 Mr. Kornwolf was present. It was noted the issue of the distance from another Bed and Breakfast is going to the Planning Commission. The home meets the square footage requirement of the ordinance for a four bedroom, eight person Bed and Breakfast. Regarding signage, Mr. Kornwolf said the proposal is for a 12x18" sign with gold lettering; he is unsure of the background color at this time. Mr. Lieberman moved to recommend approval as, from a design perspective, the request meets the Bed and Breakfast ordinance. Mr. Eastwood seconded the motion. Motion passed 6 -0 -1, with Ms. Hark abstaining. Other business It was noted the annual Preservation Awards were to be presented at the May 7 City Council meeting. Ms. Fitzgerald stated she is asking the Council to issues RFPs for the next survey. Mr. Johnson stated he had met with Sandy Hudson and will continue working with her on the next phase of the work at Darla's Grill. Ms. Diem said the City Building Official has offered other options for the stairway at the former Mulberry Point Antiques building project. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Eastwood, moved to adjourn at 10:15 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary 5