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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-11-03 HPC PacketTHE B RTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA Monday, November 3, 2014 - 7:00 P.M. Council Chambers at Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. October 6, 2014 IV. 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. V. DESIGN PERMITS A. Case No. 2014-35 Consideration of a Design Review Permit for the expansion of the rooftop access enclosure and deck and an addition of a pergola on the roof top. To be located at 125 S Main St. Mark Balay, applicant, representing Larry Nelson, property owner B. Case No. 2014-36 Consideration of a Design Review Permit for two new signs for Tobacco and E-Cig Center, to be located at1754 Market Dr. #200. Badawi Junaid, property owner and applicant C. Case No. 2014-37 Consideration of a Design Review Permit for the remodel and expansion of the existing garage into Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). To be located at 119 W Chestnut St. Roger Tomten, applicant, representing Jeff and Julie Anderson, property owners VI. OTHER BUSINESS A. Concept discussion of Terra Springs Stormwater Revitalization Project B. Downtown Parking Commission Parking Ramp Signage Proposal C. Demolition Inquiries and Staff Determination of Significance (no attachments) D. Residential Podcast Release & Owner Acknowledgements (no attachments) VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. ADJOURNMENT i I \vAter. THE RIRTHELACE OF MINNEROTA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING October 6, 2014 7:00 P.M. Chairman. Larson called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Present: Chairman Larson, Commissioners Krakowski, Mino and Welty, Council Representative Menikheim (arrived 7:33 p.m., left 7:46 p.m.) Absent: Commissioners Branjord, Goodman and Johnson Staff: City Planner Wittman APPROVAL OF MINUTES Possible approval of September 3, 2014 meeting minutes Commissioner Welty stated that in the Downtown Revitalization Committee ambient lighting discussion section (page 4), she is quoted as saying the area is a "scenic corridor" but it should state "scenic wildlife corridor" and that is why she feels uplights should not be used. Motion by Commissioner Welty, seconded by Commissioner Larson, to approve the minutes of the September 3, 2014 meeting as amended. All in favor, 2-0. Commissioners Mino and Krakowski abstained. OPEN FORUM There were no public comments. CONSENT AGENDA There were no consent agenda items. DESIGN PERMITS Case No. 2014-33. Removal and replacement of a retaining wall, stairs, pedestrian ramp, and landscaping improvements for certain portions of Terra Springs, located at 610 Main Street North. Tom Thueson, applicant. City Planner Wittman explained the request. The existing retaining wall and drainage system has failed. The request includes replacement of the limestone retaining wall and patio pavers. The limestone would be replaced with a textured concrete to match the retaining wall north of the Terra Springs vehicle access. The stairways onsite would be reconstructed of concrete. The pavers would also be replaced with concrete. All existing landscaping would be replaced with crabapple trees, perennial grasses, coral bells, hostas, peonies and Russian sage. Staff recommends approval with the following conditions: 1) new black metal railings shall be consistent with those located onsite; 2) the retaining wall block shall be made of Belgard Mega - Libre Slab segmented block in a Gascony Tan and/or Desert Sand hue; 3) all concrete steps and walkways shall be tinted to match existing red brick onsite; 4) all major revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the HPC. Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting October 6, 2014 Chairman Larson said he visited the site and saw the deterioration, but questioned why the entire paver area should be replaced when much of the paver area appears to be in good shape. Tom Thueson, president of the 610 Terra Springs Board of Directors, informed the Commission that the pavers along the commercial units have been subject to significant seasonal heaving. The contractor recommended removing the pavers, compacting the soil, installing rebar and pouring concrete, then accommodating future expansion and retraction by saw cutting joints into the concrete around the building. Sue Chiarella, 610 Terra Springs association, added that they hope to preserve as many pavers as possible to use in other areas throughout the complex. The cost of lifting and re-laying them in place was too high. Stamped concrete requires a coating which can become slippery, so they were advised against using stamped concrete. Mr. Thueson added that stamped concrete has a tendency to gather snow, ice and water which would be concerning. So the finish will be brushed concrete. The failures were the subject of a four-year lawsuit in which the plaintiffs received a partial award covering about one-third of the cost of the work. Commissioner Welty suggested requiring the concrete color to be impregnated into the concrete. Ms. Chiarella responded that the contractor said they will mix the color through the concrete. Chairman Larson pointed out the existing limestone walls are beautiful - what is being proposed contrasts with existing materials. He feels this significant difference should be noted. Mr. Thueson explained the choice of Gascony Tan by Belgard Stone. It has three different sizes of stone to add variety. Passers by wouldn't notice that one is preformed and one is natural cut rock. Chairman Larson said that could be argued. He agreed that the tumble block is a better choice than the Anchor Block version which is very regular and straight. He made the point that the new wall will look. distinctly different. If money were not an issue, limestone would be preferred. Mr. Thueson stated that the contractor was asked about using something similar to the material used for the north wall. The contractor indicated it would be an entirely different process, it would be outrageously expensive and wouldn't hold up with the retaining that has to be done on the south side. Motion by Commissioner Welty (no second) to approve the removal and replacement of the retaining wall, stairs, pedestrian ramp, and landscaping improvements as conditioned by staff. She stated she would like the retaining wall to be required to be made of three different sizes of stone. Mr. Thueson clarified there is a ledge type shape on top and underneath that, two different sizes of stone. Ms. Chiarella added that one issue was that blocks are so massive and they were not set properly, they were set where water could infiltrate, so that type of rock could not be reused and the property owners did not want to consider buying it again. Mr. Thueson added that two engineering studies both found that is the wrong kind of limestone for the stairway, that is why the whole thing is coming apart. Chairman Larson reiterated that he didn't want anyone to think the new material would be a match or even close. The whole project has so much natural limestone that it's a shame natural limestone won't be used, but the material proposed is a better alternative than what is there now. Page 2 of 4 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting October 6, 2014 Mr. Thueson remarked that the other issue property owners are dealing with is public safety - this is the beginning of the historic trail that goes around the entire complex. People come in on the front steps and the two commercial offices have customers coming in and out. If the problem is not corrected this fall it will have to be roped off somehow. The railings are gradually moving toward the river. Motion by Commissioner Mino, seconded by Commissioner Krakowski, to approve the removal and replacement of a retaining wall, stairs, pedestrian ramp, and landscaping improvements with the four conditions recommended by staff, with a fifth condition requiring that integrally colored concrete be used. All in favor, 4- 0. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. OTHER BUSINESS B&B original bedroom determination (1005 William Street North) City Planner Wittman reported that when an application is received for a Special Use Permit for a bed and breakfast, City Code indicates the HPC shall determine the original number of bedrooms in the structure, in order to determine the maximum number of guest rooms allowed. The maximum number of guest rooms allowed is limited to the number of original bedrooms minus one. Determining the number of bedrooms original to a house is difficult because staff are not historical architects and don't have original floor plans. The Commission is asked to determine the original number of bedrooms and direct staff to include this information as a recommendation to the City Council in determining the number of guestrooms permitted for a potential bed and breakfast in both this case and the following agenda item. Chairman Larson questioned why anyone would be concerned with the number of bedrooms a home originally had. He feels the determination should take into account how many bedrooms a home ever had at any given point in time. City Planner Wittman reported that in researching both bed and breakfast applications simultaneously, she found 1946 tax records for both houses which clearly indicated how many bedrooms were in each structure at the time. Chairman Larson asked if all obligations are otherwise met for a bed and breakfast application, why link the allowable number of guestrooms to a certain point in time? The intent of the requirement was probably to prevent someone loading up an existing house with a bunch of bedrooms to make it a bed and breakfast. Commissioner Welty suggested if research indicates that for a certain number of years, a home was a 4- bedroom home, call it a 4-bedroom home. Maybe the ordinance needs to be revised. City Planner Wittman said proving that would be difficult. The system could be abused. Any potential changes to the ordinance should be recommended by the HPC. It needs to be clearer. Commissioner Welty remarked some older homes had a walk-through nursery - how would that be counted? Chairman Larson replied it should be a room that would be considered a bedroom by today's standards. If the neighborhood is used to having six -bedroom house, and now will have a six -guest bed and breakfast, that's not a whole lot of difference. Page 3 of 4 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting October 6, 2014 Commissioner Welty suggested using the number of bedrooms as of the date of application for a bed and breakfast, unless the applicant can make a case that the house had more bedrooms at one point. City Planner Wittman stated that the application for 1005 William Street North counts a pass -through as a bedroom. Would the Commission consider this a four or three bedroom home? The Commission consensus was that there were originally four bedrooms in the home. B&B original bedroom determination (116 Harriet Street North) City Planner Wittman stated that the applicant has submitted a request for the Council to reconsider its decision to deny her Special Use Pei►miit for a bed and breakfast. The HPC is asked to determine the original number of bedrooms to assist as the Council reconsiders its denial. The Commissioners agreed that there were originally five bedrooms in the home. OTHER BUSINESS City Planner Wittman reported that as part of mitigation efforts, MnDOT has to do a "field guide" for the area running from the boomsite to the lookout. It will focus on historical/cultural sites in Stillwater. City staff feels that instead of focusing on historic buildings, why not tell the stories of some of the "secrets" of Stillwater such as limestone walls, the stairs, and so on. She would like the Commission to suggest "secrets" or sites that the average person may not know about that involve a story about Stillwater. Commissioner Welty mentioned Fairy Falls and Brown's Creek, also the caves in parts of the City. Chairman Larson suggested the water under the City - grates and water in basements of buildings. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Krakowski, seconded by Commissioner Welty, to adjourn. All in favor, 4-0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:42 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Julie Kink Recording Secretary Page 4 of 4 HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: November 4, 2014 CASE NO.: DR/2014-35 APPLICANT: Mark Balay, representing Larry Nelson, property owner REQUEST: Consideration of a Design Permit for the Site Alteration of the structure at 125 Main Street South located in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District and the Downtown Design Review District PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant has requested Design Review of rooftop improvements on the structure located at 125 Main Street South. The improvements will include a 120 square foot addition to the existing rooftop access room. This addition will be faced in metal. Additionally proposed is a wooden pergola which will attach to an existing wooden deck. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND DISCUSSION The subject property is designated structure in the Stillwater Commercial Historic District. Upon designation of this historic district, the City declared the district and all contributing buildings as Heritage Preservation Sites. City Code Section 22-7, Subd. 6 indicates: "(t]he commission shall review and recommend approval or disapproval of the issuance of a site alteration permit to do any of the following in a heritage preservation site. The application shall be accompanied by detailed plans including a site plan, building elevations and design details and materials as necessary to evaluate the request. Regular city permits shall also be required." Remodel, alter or repair in any manner, including paint color that will change the exterior appearance of a historic building or a site is one of the items listed for review. The following guidelines shall be used to evaluate applications for site alteration permits: Every reasonable effort shall be made to provide a compatible use for a property which requires minimal alteration of the building, structure or site and its environment or to use a property for its originally intended purposes. The use is not proposed to be modified. The structure will continue to include a commercial tenant on the main floor residential living on the second story. The third story is currently used as outdoor space for the second story residence. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure or site and its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any historic material or distinctive architectural features must be avoided when possible. N/A All buildings, structures and sites shall be recognized as products of their own time. Alterations that have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier appearance shall be discouraged. The rooftop addition will be done with materials currently present on the rooftop. The current rooftop improvements are modern and all new improvements will be designed similarly. Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the history and development of a building, structure or site and its environment. These changes may have acquired significance in their own right and this significance shall be recognized and respected. The addition to the rooftop access will be done in similar materials as previously approved. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which characterize a building, structure or site shall be treated with sensitivity. N/A Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced, whenever possible. If replacement is necessary, the new material should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture and other visual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architectural features must be based on accurate duplication of features, substantiated by historic, physical or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the availability of different architectural elements from other buildings or structures. N/A The surface cleaning of structures shall be undertaken by the gentlest means possible. Sandblasting and other cleaning methods that will damage historic building materials shall not be undertaken. N/A DR/2014-35: 125 Main Street South HPC: November 4, 2014 Page 2 of 4 Contemporary design for alterations and The addition will not destroy the significant additions shall not be discouraged when such historical material on the building or within alterations and additions do not destroy the district. Although the rooftop access room significant historical, architectural or cultural addition and the new pergola will be visible material and such design is compatible with from the intersecting area of Water and the size, scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood or environment. Chestnut Streets, the addition's size, scale, color, material and character will be similar to the existing rooftop improvements. Whenever possible new additions or If the improvements were removed, the alterations to structures shall be done in a historic character of the structure will be manner that if the additions or alterations were to be removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired. preserved. Before approving any permit application required, the commission shall make findings based on the program for preservation and architectural control for the heritage preservation site in regard to the following: Alterations or additions to an existing building must not materially impair the architectural or historic value of the building. These findings should consider the existing structures and exterior appearances, building height, building width, depth or other dimensions, roof style, type of building materials, ornamentation and paving setback. Additionally, the structure is located in the Downtown Design Review district. The design manual indicates the following relevant guidelines: • Roof edges should be related in size and proportion to adjacent buildings. The existing roof edges will be maintained on all streetscapes. • The color of buildings should relate to the As indicated, the proposal includes a metal adjacent buildings colors to create a addition to the existing rooftop access room as harmonious effect well as a wooden pergola. These materials are • Avoid colors which visually overpower or strongly contrast with adjacent building colors and established downtown color schemes as a whole present on the rooftop of this structure. DR/2014-35: 125 Main Street South HPC: November 4, 2014 Page 3 of 4 • The color of brick or other natural building materials should dictate the color family choice • Painting new infill buildings is prohibited ALTERNATIVES AND RECOMMENDATION The HPC has several alternatives related to these requests: A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found acceptable to the HPC, the HPC should move to approve DP/2014-35. Staff would recommend the following minimum conditions for approval. 1. Plans and the use will need to be approved by the engineering, fire and building officials before the issuance of a building permit. 2. Exterior lighting shall be submitted for approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. 3. 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" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. B. Approve in part. C. Deny. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the approved Downtown Design Review District guidelines, and the requirements set forth approval of Site Alterations, then the Commission could deny the request. With a denial, the basis of the action is required to be given. Furthermore, the denial would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a substantially similar application within one year. D. Table. 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UL . 1\ vtiE. 14/6\1\k) 14 1 V1LtJ FC;Z›MCYL) d� °Cr/ HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: APPLICANT: REQUEST: November 3, 2014 CASE NO.: DP/2014-36 Badawi Junaidi, owner of Tobacco and E-Cig Center Design Permit request for two signs to be located at 1754 Market Drive located within the West Stillwater Business Park Design Review District ZONING: BP-C: Business Park Commercial COMP PLAN DISTRICT: Commercial PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST The applicant is requesting a Design Permit for two new signs to be placed on the front and rear facades of the structure located at 1754 Market Drive. Although the channel -lit, 5" raised, yellow letters reading 'Tobacco' above a red box with white letters reading 'E-Cig Center' are identical in design, the facade signs will vary from one another in size: • Market Drive Facade: The applicant is proposing a 3.25' tall by 14' wide sign for a total square footage of 45.5 square feet. • Stillwater Blvd. Facade: The applicant is proposing a 2.17' tall by 9' wide sign for a total of 19.5 square feet. APPLICABLE GUIDELINES, REGULATIONS AND FINDINGS Signs in the in the BP-C zoning district must conform to an adopted multitenant sign plan as well, the zoning ordinance sign regulations as well as the 1989 West Stillwater Business Park Plan. While the proposed signs meet the criteria set forth in the 1989 West Stillwater Business Park Plan, both signs exceed the requirements set forth in the sign regualtions and the Heritage Presercation Commission approved comprehensive sign plan (Case No. 2013-56, attached hereto). The sign regulations indicate signs in the Business Park - Commercial district may be no greater than one square foot per one linear foot of business frontage. The length of the six -unit, retail bulding is 140 square feet; this permits each business to have a maimum of 23 square feet of signage. The proposed Market Drive facade sign is proposed to be 22.5 square feet greater than what is permitted. The square footage of the proposed Stillwater Blvd. facade sign meets the sign regulations. The approved comprehensive sign plan indicates signage length may be no greater than 80% of the sign band length on the Market Drive facade. The Market Drive sign band is 16' long and would permit a 12.8' long sign. The applicant is proposing a 14' long sign. Adidtionally, the sign plan indicates lettering and logos may not exceed 36" in height; the applicant is proposing a 39" tall sign. The sign plan further indicates signage length may be no greater than 60% of the sign band length of the Stillwater Blvd. facade. The Stillwater Blvd. sign band length is 12' long and would permit a 7.2' long sign in this location. The applicant is proposing a 9' long sign. Lastly, the sign plan indicates the lettering and logo height may not exceed 24" in height. The applicant is proposing a 26" tall sign. In order to meet the City's sign regulations and the approved comprehensive sign plan, the applicant must reduce the signs in the following ways: • Market Drive Facade o Reduction of the total square footage by 22.5 square feet for the total square footage to not exceed 23 square feet. o Reduction of the length of the lettering to 80% of the length of the sign band for a total maximum length of lettering and logo to be no greater than 12.8' long sign. o Reduction of the height of the lettering and logo by 3" for a total sign height (lettering and logo) of no greater than 36". • Stillwater Blvd. Facade o Reduction of the length of the letting to 60% of the length of the sign band for a total maximum length of lettering and logo to be no greater than 7.2' long sign. o Reduction of the height of the lettering and logo by 2" for a total sign height (lettering and logo) of no greater than 24". 1754 Market Drive (Tobacco and E-Cig Center) Case No. DP/2014-36 (HPC: 11/3/14) Page 2 of 3 ALTERNATIVES AND RECOMMENDATION The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options: 1. Approve, with or without condition. 2. Continue the application, requesting the applicant bring back design modifications depicted proposed signage that meets the sign regulations as well as the design requirements set forth in the approved comprehensive sign plan (Case No. 2013-35). 3. Deny the application on the basis it does not conform to the design requirements set forth in the approved comprehensive sign plan (Case No. 2013-35). Staff recommends the Commission approve DP/2014-36 with, at least, the following conditions: 1. The lettering and logo of Market Drive facade sign shall not exceed 23 square feet. 2. The length of the lettering and logo of the Market Drive facade sign shall be no greater than 12.8' long. 3. The height of the lettering and logo of the Market Drive facade shall be no greater than 36" tall. 4. The length of the letter and logo of the Stillwater Blvd. facade sign shall be no greater than 7.2' long. 5. The height of the lettering and logo of the Stillwater Blvd. facade sign shall be no greater than 24" tall. 6. Prior to installation, the landlord shall remove all existing, non -conforming signage including unpermitted banners. 7. Any additional temporary signage shall be in conformance with the City's temporary sign policy. 8. No additional permanent signage shall be permitted. 9. Substantial changes shall be review by the Heritage Preservation Commission. ATTACHMENTS Sign Specifications (2 pages) Comprehensive Sign Plan 1754 Market Drive (Tobacco and E-Cig Center) Case No. DP/2014-36 (HPC: 11/3/14) Page 3 of 3 THESE DRAWINGS, ARTWORK AND LOGO IDEAS ARE COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL AND ARE THE SOLE PROPERTY OF THE SIGN CONSULTING NETWORK AT THE TIME OF A SIGNED PURCHASE AGREEMENT THESE RIGHTS MAY DE TRANSFERRED FOR COMMERCIAL USE AT CLIENTS' DISCRETION LEASED SPACE 15 25' WIDE - SIGN CAN DE 80% OF THAT WHICH = 20' - 0" A5 PER SIGN CRITERIA YATIO 14'-D" ALL SINAE - INTALL. NEW_IL.LUMINA 0 FLUSH MOUNTED ON CHANNEL LETTERS CHANNEL LOGO FACES - GOLDEN YELLOW FACES • WHITE TRIM - BLACK CUSTOM VINYL GRAPHICS 24" RETURNS - BLACK TRIM - BLACK ETTE:F'.5 LED - 05 • WHITE RETURNS - BLACK "X140" LED - FILL - WHITE or -10.69 5F SCALE: 3/8" =1'-Cr IA TYPICAL LED. FLUSH MOUNT CHANNEL LOGO SECTION DETAIL FCMIMILIVRA 1.111I00 -- IOW*? MORI- CLIENT INFORMATION: Still Tobacco 1754 Market Dr. - #200 Stillwater, MN 55082 FILE NAME: 14-10-16 Still Tobacco v3 I HEREBY AGREE THAT ALL THE LOCATIONS, SPELLING & COLORS ARE CORRECT & APPROVED. DATE: 10-t714 DATE: LANDLORD APPROVED: CUSTOMER APPROVED: SIGN CONSULTING NETWORK Design, Fabrication & Installation Services 1660 S. Hwy 100 - Suite 500 - St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Phone: 612-695-0167 - Fax: 1-866-395-1178 THESE DRAWINGS, ARTWORK AND LOGO IDEAS ARE COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL AND ARE THE SOLE PROPERTY OF THE SIGN CONSULTING NETWORK AT THE TIME OF A SIGNED PURCHASE AGREEMENT THESE RIGHTS MAY BE TRANSFERRED FOR COMMERCIAL USE AT CLIENTS' DISCRETION WASNP (kWEST ELEVATION - PROPOSED WALL 51 3/16" =1' - 0" LOGO 7.5" X 95* or 4.95 5F A ATED CHANNEL LETTE CHANNEL LETTERS FACES - GOLDEN YELLOW TRIM - BLACK RETURNS - BLACK LED - 55 - WHITE SCALE: 3/8" =1-0" LOGO FLUSH MOUNTED ON BUILDING FASCIA CHANNEL LOGO FACES - WHITE CUSTOM VINYL GRAPHICS TRIM - BLACK RETURNS - BLACK LED - FILL - WHITE TYPICAL L.E.D. FLUSH MOUNT CHANNEL LOGO SECTION DETAIL. r WAN. MOM 041Mt 11A. WIK ItufM1V'KYKKWALL CLIENT INFORMATION: Still Tobacco 1754 Market Dr. - #200 Stillwater, MN 55082 FILE NAME: 14-10-16 Still Tobacco v3 I HEREBY AGREE THAT ALL THE LOCATIONS, SPELLING & COLORS ARE CORRECT & APPROVED. LANDLORD APPROVED: CUSTOMER APPROVED: DATE DATE: © ►� I iti SIGN CONSULTING NETWORK Design, Fabrication & Installation Services 1660 S. Hwy 100 - Suite 500 - St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Phone: 612-695-0167 - Fax: 1-866-395-1178 Fiape& nn.ew �.�iGt IirOt M'kefPve, COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN A. Tenant Signs: 1. All Tenants on properties west of Market Drive may have one sign on the front of the building and one sign on the rear of the building. 2. Tenant signs shall consist of individual, internally lit channel letters or individual unlit raised letters (minimum 3/8" thick, plastic or <-f (\L k metal, no wood) vertically centered on the sign band on front face of building and directly below the row of off-white colored blocks on rear of building. Building north of Curve Crest Drive will be reviewed individually. 3. Tenants may have building signs on street frontage and signage on the west side for buildings facing County Road 5. 4. The length of each rear sign, lettering and logo shall not consume more than 60% of the store width of each Tenant and the front sign not to exceed 80% of store width. 5. Signs may contain a company logo not exceeding 12sf and must conform to width and height requirements. 6. Tenants may use any letter style desired, but must be the same on the front and back. 7. Letter details: a) Basic lettering and logo not to exceed 36" high on front signs and 24" height on side and rear signs. b) Lighted letters to have Plexiglass lenses with Tenant's choice of color. Side and rear elevation signs must conform to same color as on front. c) Trim and returns on lighted letters shall be consistent on front and rear elevations. d) All channel letters shall be 5" in depth. e) Unlit raised letters, whether plastic or metal, shall be at least 3/8" thick. No wooden letters are allowed. Plastics (tia,ai/ allowed are acrylic, plexiglass, polycarb, PVC (sintra) or HDU foam. No low density foam or handcarved letters shall be allowed. Individual raised letters must be pin mounted to sign fascia, not simply glued )o surface. Before installation, all signs must be approved by Landlord and receive a sign permit from the City. HO/ trts10, 201303 6p9/'(3 HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: November 4, 2014 CASE NO.: DR/2014-37 APPLICANT: Roger Tomten, applicant, representing Jeff and Julie Anderson, property owners REQUEST: Consideration of Design Review for the remodel and expansion of an existing garage to accommodate an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on the property located at 119 Chestnut Street West ZONING: RS-Two Family Res. COMP PLAN DISTRICT: LMDR-Low/Medium Density Res. PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner REQUEST AND BACKGOUND The applicant has submitted a Design Permit application for consideration of design review of a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to be added onto the existing garage located at 119 Chestnut Street West. In October the Planning Commission considered an application requesting a Special Use Permit (SUP) for the ADU as well as variances associated with the construction. The Planning Commission approved the SUP and the following variances: 1. Variance from the maximum number of permitted stories to all for two stories and a loft. 2. Variance from the 30 foot setback required from the 4th Street right-of-way for the structure to sit at the existing setback line. 3. Variance from the 30 foot bluff setback requirement for the structure to sit at the bluff line. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND DISCUSSION Section 31-501, Subd. 3(7) indicates the application requires design review for consistency with the primary unit in design, detailing and materials. Although the property is located within the Neighborhood Conservation District (NCD) and the applicant has submitted the NCD Design Review Application and Checklist, the property is not subject to the NCD Guidelines as it is not new infill development on a vacant parcel. The property is subject to the Downtown Design Review Guidelines. The following Downtown Design Manual guidelines can help assist the HPC in determining design consistency, detailing and materials with the primary unit. Proportion • The proportions...should be sympathetic to the proportion of their neighbors. • Break up building masses into units of scale that relate to adjacent structures. • Design facade details, window openings and entries to conform to approximately the same proportional patterns of adjacent structures. The property owners worked with their neighbors on a suitable design that would not detract from the neighborhood. From the 4th Street right of way, the structure maintains a one- story appearance. Height • Proposals should strive to maintain compatibility with adjacent cornice lines, floor to floor heights where these are strongly expressed...and any other elements which serve to unify the street elevation as a whole. The addition of a dormer on the west facade and balconies on the north and south facades will help break up of the facade. The existing garage will not increase in height. Roofs • Roof edges should be related in size and proportion to adjacent buildings. The roof pitch will be maintained while the proposed dormer will have a similar pitch as the primary structure. Detailing • [A]rchitecture should reflect some of the detailing of surrounding buildings in The design proposes maintaining the existing stone foundation. Additionally the design proposes utilizing 1X6 head, jamb, and cornice trim, fascia and frieze boards, designed consistent with the time period of the primary structure. window shape, cornice lines and brick work. Facade Openings • The size and proportion of windows and door openings...should be similar to those on the adjacent facades. The applicant has proposed a window plan that is consistent on three sides visible from the street. Larger windows on the east elevation will allow for enhanced views of the river. Eastern windows are not visible from lower elevations. As window openings on the primary structure are uniquely different from one another, the proposed openings are of a more consistent design. Materials • [F]acade should be composed of materials similar to original adjacent facades. • New buildings should not stand out against the others but be compatible with the general area. Horizontal, lap cedar siding is proposed with vertical bead board. These are consistent materials with the primary structures as well as other residences in this neighborhood. Additionally, the design encompasses wrought iron balcony fencings and balcony bracketing typical of the era of construction of the primary residence. DR/2014-37: 119 Chestnut Street West HPC: November 4, 2014 Page 2 of 3 Color • The color of buildings should relate to the adjacent buildings colors to create a harmonious effect. The color scheme will be consistent with the primary structure. ALTERNATIVES AND RECOMMENDATION The HPC has several alternatives related to these this requests: A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found acceptable to the HPC, the HPC should move to approve DP/2014-37. Staff would recommend the following minimum condition for approval. 1. 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" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Exterior lighting shall be submitted for approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. B. Approve in part. C. Deny. If the HPC finds that the proposal is not consistent with the approved Downtown Design Review District guidelines, and the requirements set forth for Accessory dwelling Units in the RB-Two Family District, then the Commission could deny the request. With a denial, the basis of the action is required to be given. Furthermore, the denial would prohibit the applicant from resubmittal of a substantially similar application within one year. D. Table. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be tabled until December, 2014 meeting. Staff recommends approval of the design as conditioned, above. ATTACHMENTS Applicant Narrative Request NCD Application (2 pages) Site Aerial, Survey and Plan (Pages 1-4) Site Concepts (3 pages) Floor Plans (3 pages) Cross Section (1 page) Facade Renderings and Materials (5 pages) Existing Site Conditions (1 page) DR/2014-37: 119 Chestnut Street West HPC: November 4, 2014 Page 3 of 3 333 North Main Street Suite 201 Stillwater, MN 55082 Friday, October 17, 2014 Architecture • Interiors usainabie D Phone 651/430-0606 Fax 651/430-2414 www.archnetusa.com City of Stillwater, Ms. Abbi Wittman, City Planner 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater, MN 55082 RE: Anderson Residence, 119 West Chestnut Street, Stillwater, MN Dear Ms. Wittman, Please find attached the Design Review Application for the expansion of the An- derson's detached garage to accommodate an Accessory Dwelling Unit. We un- derstand that the HPC is charged with reviewing the design for compatibility with the main structure and neighborhood context. Because of the unique history and topography of the site, the location for the ADU focused on the existing detached garage. The proposed project will renovate the garage and add an Accessory Dwelling Unit that will be used as an office/studio. After numerous designs, it became apparent that any height increase above the existing ridge line would have a negative impact on adjacent property view -sheds. The final design responds by attaching the ADU to the east side of the existing garage, on two levels, within the height of the existing structure. The existing garage will be rebuilt to include one wider garage door (designed to reflect two smaller doors) and one service door facing Fourth Street. A portico is designed to provide cover for one of the two existing off-street parking spaces. The parallel gable of the existing garage will remain with the addition of a roof dormer facing west. Roof pitches will match the existing structure or reflect the main house. All exterior materials, details and colors are compatible with the main house. As always, please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, or if there is additional information needed to complete the application. Yours truly, Roger To Associate, { `` CHNET 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. 4tk St. Stillwater, MN 55082 www.ci.stillwater.mn.us Project Address: 1l� W Oi. 4ESTNUT ST Applicant name, address, telephone: ROGER TOMTEN, ARCHNET 333 N. MAIN ST., STE. 201 STILLI.UATER, MN 651.303.3215 1. Neighborhood Architectural Styles: • Vernacular 13: Italianate Queen Anne ❑ Gothic O Greek Revival ❑ Second Empire ❑ American Foursquare ❑ Stick ❑ Other: 2. Prevailing neighborhood streetfront setback: (Guidelines #1, #2, #3) Prevailing setback on block (est.) Average setback on block (est.) Proposed new house setback NA 3. Is the pattern of homes in your neighborhood 1, 1-1/2, or2 stories high? (Guidelines #4, #5) Stories 1 1-1/2 House on right ❑ ❑ House on left ❑ ❑ House to rear ❑ ❑ Prevailing on block ❑ ❑ Prevailing opposite block ❑ ❑ Proposed new house ❑ ❑ 2 4. Prevailing Front Porch pattern in your neighborhood: (Guideline #13) Front Porch None House on right ❑ ❑ House on left ❑ ❑ House to rear ❑ ❑ Prevailing on block )4 ❑ Prevailing opposite block 12 ❑ Proposed new house ❑ ❑ Notes: 5. Prevailing Garage Location pattern in your neighborhood: (Guidelines #10, #11) House on right House on left House to rear Prevailing on block ❑ Prevailing opposite block ❑ Proposed new house ❑ Front Rear Side Garage Garage Garage ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 131 ❑ ❑ 6. Prevailing Garage Size in your neighborhood: (Guidelines #10, #11) 1 stall 2 stall 3 stall Garage Garage Garage House on right ❑ ❑ ❑ House on left ❑ ❑ ❑ House to rear ❑ ❑ ❑ Prevailing on block ❑ Prevailing opposite block ❑ ) ❑ Proposed new house ❑ ❑ 7. Is the proposed garage compatible in form and detail with the design character of the main house? (Guideline #14) YES. ROOF PITCH, TRIM DETAILS t MATERIALS RELATE TO MAIN HOUSE. 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? TI-IE LOCATJON OF TI-IF EXISTING DETAGI-4ED GARAGE IS DETERMINING THE LOCATION OF THE ADU. THE INFLUENCING THE THE STRUCTURE. N IS 2 Stillwater Conservation District Design Guidelines Design Revie Application and Checklist 9. Does the proposed structure work with natural slopes and contours of the property? (Guidelines #6, #7, #8) ❑ Structure sited parallel to slope la Building deigned to reduce cut and fill (minimized retaining walls) ❑ Landscaping incorporated into grading changes Notes: BUILDING STEPS TO AVOID THE BLUFF LINE 10. Are there significant trees on the property? Will any trees be removed or damaged by new construction? (Guideline #9) ❑ Types of trees ❑ Heights ❑ Trunk diam. Notes: NO SIGNIFICANT TREES WILL BE IMPACTED8Y THE PROJECT, 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: House to left: House to rear: Notes: STRUCTURE INTERUPTIONS TO EXISTING VIEWSHEDS. How will you mitigate any negative sunlight impacts on neighbors? ❑ Locate structure on lotto minimize impact ❑ Adjust building height, or portions of building, to minimize impact ❑ Other: 2. Will the proposed structure significantly affect your neighbors' privacy?(Guidelines #22, #23) House to right: House to left: House to rear: Notes: N©: 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. ❑ Use landscaping elements for screening ❑ Other: 3. How is outdoor lighting impact minimized for neighbors?(Guideline #25) tai, Lights are located or directed away from neighboring property X Light fixtures are shielded to prevent glare at neighboring property ❑ Other: To be included with this Application and Checklist: >at 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 deck/patio and landscaping features. 2 Building Plan: dimensions, first floor area square footage. 2[ Building Elevations: indicate building height, windows, materials, and color on all elevations. Indicate proposed exterior lighting. 2 Photographs of site and streetscape. 2 Regular Planning Department Development Application Form Stillwater Conservation District Design Guidelines (p2of2) ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: ANDERSON CA 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET IAGE HOUSE STILLWATER, MINNESOTA , ARCHNET to 23 SEPT 2014 2 SEPT 2014 SITE AERIAL SHEET OF IS SHEETS KEMPER & ASSOCIATES INC. PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS rR 01�+0,9.10, 0.ae We eft* N$4 0000,1011,4 ,0.1Y CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: THE ANDERSON RESIDENCE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET CITY OF STILLWATER, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA (IN OYIM► 0112200e10 laws W ,.10..„eW ARCHNET wu 23 SEPT 2014 2 SEPT 2014 SITE SURVEY SHEET 2 OF 10 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: S. 3rd Street S. 4th Street ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA ARCHNET 111 El II 23 SEPT 2011 2 SEPT 2011 SMEET OF 10 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: SITE DATA - ORIGINAL LOT 150x168 OVERALL SITE AREA BUILDINGS 2,758 SF. 11 IMPERVIOUS 5,974 SF. 24% OPEN SPACE 16,565 SF. 65% SITE DATA WITH ADDITIONAL 35' x 50' LOT OVERALL SITE AREA BUILDINGS 3,072 SF. 11% IMPERVIOUS 6,235 SF. 23% OPEN SPACE 17,740 SF. 66% S. 4th Street ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 25,298 SF. 27,047 SF. ARCHNET 1111 1131 23 SEPT 2014 2 SEPT 2014 SHEET 4 OF 10 SHEETS VIEW OF CONCEPT B-2.5 ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: VIE OF CONCEPT A VIE S FRO 205 CHES UT VIE OF CONCEPT C ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA VIEW OF CONCEPT Di ARCHNET 23SEP201♦ Y SEP 2014 15AUO2014 SHEET 5 OF 10 SHEETS EXISTING VIE VIEWOF CONCEPT B-2.5 ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: —114411,01FROF et. ifiglint!?gt VIE OF CONCEPT A VIE 41,1*N4114,Mrinsi S FRO 208 4th ST ET VIE OF CONCEPT C ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 11 ItZZ;r7, ,;;;TA ''''AVNASONAW614004keia44,160 VIEWOF CONCEPT D ARCHNET 23 SEP 2014 9 SEP 2014 15ALIO 2014 SHEET OF 10 SHEETS VIEW OF CONCEPT B-2.5 ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: VIE OF CONCEPT A VIE OF CONCEPT C ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA VIEW OF CONCEPT Di ARCHNET ODD 23 SEP 2014 9 SEP 2014 16 AUG 2014 SHEET 7 OF 10 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: EXISTING RETAINNG WALL TO REMAIN NEW STO TO MATCH EXISTING FOUNDATION WALL TO REMAI EXISTING KEYSTONE RETAINING WALL REMOVED FOR INSTALLATION OF POST FOOTINGS. REPLACE WITH LIMESTONE RETAINING WALL. ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA LOWER LEVEL 1/8"= 1 0It 284 SQ.FT. CONCEPT D l ARCHNET MI MI 17 OCT 2011 23 SEP 2011 SSEP2011 15 AUG 2011 SHEET 8 OF 10 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: EXISTING STAIRS UNCOVER ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA MAIN LEVEL 1 /8" = 1'-0" 315 SQ.FT. CONCEPT D1 ARCHNET DOD 17 OCT 2014 23 SEP 2014 i SEP 2014 15 AUG 2014 SHEET 9 OP 16 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, M NNESOTA ATTIC LEVEL 1 /8" = 1 1-0" CONCEPT D 1 ARCHNET 17 OCT 2014 23 SEP 2014 9 SEP 2014 13 AUG 2014 SHEET 10 OF 10 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA ARC NET 23SEP2014 9 SEP 2014 15 AUG 2014 SHEET 11 OF 18 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESTA CEDAR SHINGLES lx6 HEAD TRIM 1x6 41x3 FASCIA 1x6 FRIEZE 1x6 JAMS TRIM WROUGHT IRON $ALCONY FENCE �Z. 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CHNET Ell 1E112 23SEP2014 9SEP2014 15 AUG 2014 SHEET OF 14 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: NO ON N 114 ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA CEf AR SHINGLES lx,+ AC> TRIM lx ► ' 1x3 FASCIA Ix a FRIEZE 1x�6 JAMB TRIM RANT IRON BALCONY FENCE 1x12 TRIM BOARD 4x4 BALCONY BRACKET Ixi, CORNER TRIM Ix4 UJIN'OW TRIM VERTICAL BEACH B JARL' 1x12 RIM BOARD ARCHNET ill 23 SEP 2014 0 SEP 2014 15 AUG 2014 SHEET 14 OF 111 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: A DERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA CE1 AFt SHINGLES 1x6 HEAD TRIM 1x6 41x3 FASCIA lx6 FRIEZE 1x6 JAMB TRIM WROUGHT IRON BALCONY FENCE 1x12 RIM SOAR© 4x4 !BALCONY 'BRACKET WORM. LAP CEDAR SIDING, 4" EXP. lx6 CORNER TRIM lx4 LL*NDOW TRIM VERTICAL MEAD !'BOARD Ix12 RIM SOAR© ARCHNET ODD 23 SEP 2014 0 SEP 2014 10AUG 2014 SHEET 15 OF 10 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA VIEW OF CONCEPT D1 ARCHNET 23 SEP 2014 9 SEP 2014 15 AUG 2014 SHEET 16 OF 10 SHEETS ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS TO THE: ANDERSON CARRIAGE HOUSE 119 WEST CHESTNUT STREET STILLWATER, MINNESOTA ARCHNET ODD 15AUO2014 SHEET EXISTING PHOTOS HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: November 4, 2014 CASE NO.: DR/2014-34 APPLICANT: Tom Whitlock, Damon Farber Associates, representing Terra Springs REQUEST: Concept Discussion of Terra Springs Stormwater Revitalization Project PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner BACKGOUND As part of the original Terra Springs development, a comprehensive stormwater management system was designed. Intended to capture the water runoff of the largely impervious site, the system has failed and has necessitated the redesign of the system. The Terra Springs board has worked with the homeowners to develop a concept plan of a pond redesig, which will also address the stormwater management failures. The board is presenting this concept plan to the Heritage Preservation Commission for informal discussion as well as to gather Commission concerns for incorporation into the final design. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND DISCUSSION Terra Springs is located in the Downtown Design Review district. The design manual indicates the following guidelines in relationship to landscaping: • Highlight important architectural features and structures by use of distinctive landscaping. The concept design maintains the most visually prominent architectural feature of the common element: the replicated brick wall at the western edge of the stormwater pond. A focal point of the element and a significant design concept of the original plan, the wall reflects portions of the prison, once located on this site. • Visually and physically buffer parking lots The existing parking and pedestrian pathways from adjacent buildings and pedestrian around the stormwater pond will remain as walkways with groupings of plant originally designed. The separation between materials. the parking and pedestrian areas is differentiated with surfacing materials, and • Carefully locate street trees and shrub street trees. Additionally. Historic twine plantings with the downtown area to buffer and separate walkways from traffic. building foundation will remain. Gardens, plantings and new fencing will help frame the area while boardwalks will create entrances. • Frame and edge existing and proposed building where feasible with appropriate types of plant material to achieve human scale. • Provide canopy trees to shade parked cars, but establish where practical. Tree planting in parking lot islands will reduce heat gain and should be encouraged. • Create shade where needed for pedestrians The development is proposing a shaded establish more clearly defined pedestrian gathering place in the center of the pond. This use areas. space will help provide protection from the elements in a circular design that compliments the existing gardens to the west of the pond. COMMISSION ACTION The Commission should discuss the proposed design in relationship to the Downtown Design Review District manual's landscaping guidelines and provide direction to the property owner for the development of the final design and application for a Design Review permit to be brought back for formal Commission consideration. ATTACHMENTS Project Narrative Existing Conditions Specifications (3 pages) Garden Principles and Concepts (3 pages) Existing Stormwater Design (1 page) Proposed Stormwater Design (1 page) DR/2014-34: Terra Springs Pond HPC: November 4, 2014 Page 2 of 2 October J0'2Ol4 DAk4{}NFAtBEIRA5SUC|ATE5 401-2 nmAvenue North, Suite 4l0 Minneapolis, MN 55401 Heritage Preservation Commission City nfStillwater, MIN Terra Springs Stornnvvater Pond Revitalization Project Concept Review Dear Members: The Terra Springs Master Board Association along with Damon Farber Associates Landscape Architectsand EVS Engineering is leading an effort to repair a stormwater management pond. The goal of this projectistonoton|y resolve the stormwater management issues, but also provide an opportunity to create valuable space that enhances the day to day livability and long term value for every resident. The Terra Springs stormwater management pond has not been functioning for over five years.The outlet pipe is broken, the pond liner is compromised and the aesthetic value has diminished. The stormwater system is in need of repair to meet its original design intent approved by watershed and City. The Terra Springs Master Board Association along with the consultant team led a lengthy community engagement process to involve owners in the design process and receive feedback on proposed preliminary design concepts. Open House comments were evaluated and one concept emerged as a preferred design concept. Our team isprepared tn move into the construction document phase of work, to prepare for winter bidding of the projectandfee|itvvou|dbe beneficial to engage the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission to review the projectandse|ecteddesignatthis The preferred concept, titled Spools Garden draws inspiration from the former twine manufacturing building in which the current pond sits. It emphasizes connection to the river, offers flexible gathering spaces and creates spaces for quiet contemplation and strolling. Custom site furnishings (railings, pathways, benches, etc.) provide opportunities to further interpret the unique history of the site. Thank you for your consideration and review ofthis project. VVe|onkfonwardtonneetngvvithyoutodiscussthe project in greater detail and incorporate your comments and concerns in the final drawings. Sincerely, Damon Farber Associates Tom Whitlock, ASLA Phone:6lI33Z75Z2 n W nnn,, ,nnn knnnn iis Garden flifitasasimipaw ,„„,; 40, PlIk 0 11 6V)V4i1'4 61°V°4414 '14440041,404$0`004(0' ,sk.i$1.#4•414.40,4004 1,414;,,IP V,0401144$4;44.60XA ',°g.tVii4°4„,°,44,F;,,,M...,4454441+1 06 „woo, Stormwater Pond 40$ plissmarmassaustriormomown ° 1414 DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 10/18/14 FARBERA SOCAlES 10/18/14 Roof Drainage to Pond Leaky Liner Non Functional Outlet Irrigation Storage Tanks Cracked Pipe Diverted Cave Runoff DAB,/ ON FARBERASSOCIAI ES 10/ 1 8/ 14 • address limited • desire to • need for a flexible • create spaces for • incorporate an open visual & physical structure • interpret the uY:q of the site • create an aesthetically pleasing design from the • emphasize ONFARBERA SOCJAJES 1 0)/ 1 8/14 r (Stillwater Territorial Prison Site Reuse Study) first Territorial prison in the Northwest • twine manufacturing history • connection to the river ,44044044,1* Battle Hollow Natural Ravine Si DANAONF R ERAS OCI:C ;3/� /"14 Boulder Edge -. , Walls Water Boardwalk Gardens Boulder Bench Cow"nrnunity Deck --- Shade Structure Historic Twine Building Foundation --- DAM ON FARBFRASSCCIATES 10/18/14 Trailhead Interpretive Panels Cascading Water Stairs Walls River Theme Railing, Walkways Shade Structure Gathering, space Boulder Bench 'Cell Gardens Lawn, Gravel gs therm •'°Space Vie DAM C) N FAR B ER AS SO (1 AT ES 10/18/14 Existing Wall Existing Dock Inlet Pipe Stormwater Diagram of Existing Conditions '640 $14 Aro 010 Existing Wall Concrete Weir (Not Part of the Origina Pond Slopes Design ,r1 Finished Grade Cracked Outlet Pipe Outlet Pipe DAMONFARBERASSOCIATES 10/18/14 Existing Wall Finished Grade Existing Dock Inlet Pipe Stormwater Diagram of Proposed Conditions The Commons On Morice, Ear?, MN Concrete Weir Rit4FORFST0,41,44,41479, • .014,4**411W 14717 7, r'17-r1 -,...704044044Amag. The qAtiolrf ‘Pt4,;(i* trA.V.OttAMIP4 4{1v1 atawkik ItiAlttlritirfr Cons - '10V.e,',4d11.1 140,10500.01044`4,10 1,„ " 15' To' OA AV .;" ris t;friMorice, Eagat;, IVIAt Pos 0;411111111;;;;11 Finished Grade Outlet Pipe Outlet Pipe '771jeCommo4On Mq,ie Etign, MN DAMONFARE3ERASSOCIATES 10/18/14 Hi Abbi, I would like to have a discussion with the commission and we are looking for approval from the HPC. The proposal is the same as it was when Bill sent this text to both commissions earlier this summer with one change. We would have the signs say "Parking Ramp" not just "Ramp". It's important that we take a quick step towards getting people directed into the ramp as soon as we can. We are moving into our slower parking season, but we would like to take this small step to remind people the ramp is available to them. What better place to park in the winter then the covered ramp? Remove the existing directional arrows below the "P" signs at the five locations identified on the attached graphics. Replace those directional arrows with a sign roughly the same size as the "P" signs. These replacement signs would say "Parking Ramp" and have a directional arrow. See the attached graphics for more details. Add ramp parking signage at two locations where currently there is none. include both the "P" sign and the "Parking Ramp" with arrow signs. o The first of these two locations would be on the light pole on Main next to Municipal Lot #1. o The second would be on the east side of Main Street between Myrtle and Commercial just north of the gas station. Thanks, Aimee Pelletier Downtown Parking Commission Chair ot ot ot ot or ot of ot Lot ot ot ot ot ot Parl 8