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THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA
HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA
Monday, February 2, 2015 - 7:00 P.M.
Council Chambers at Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street
I. CALL TO ORDER
IL ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. December 1, 2014
IV. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
V. 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.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed under the consent agenda are considered to be routine by the Heritage
Preservation Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items
unless a Heritage Preservation Commission member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item(s) will be
removed from the consent agenda and considered separately.
VII. DESIGN PERMITS
A. Case No. 2015-2 Design Review for new windows, balconies and a door at the Stillwater Grain Elevator
(aka. The Commander Mill). Located at 409 Nelson St E. Michael McGuire, Owner.
B. Case No. 2015-1 Design Review application for new construction Dairy Queen to be located at the
1240-1570 Frontage Road West, the property containing Valley Ridge Mall. Kriss Novak, Owner. Jesse
Hamer, Representative.
C. Case No. 2015-4 Design Review for Multitenant signage plan at Stillwater Mills, 350 Main Street North.
Patrick Juetten, Owner.
D. Case No. 2014-43 A modification request for a Case No. 2014-43, conditionally approving ReMax
signage to be located at Stillwater Mills, 350 Main Street North. Patrick Juetten, property owner
representing ReMax.
E. Case No. 2015-3 Design Review for installation of an informational kiosk for trail users of Brown's
Creek State Trail. Location TBD in Downtown Design Review District. City of Stillwater, Owner.
Rachel Hintzman, DNR, Applicant.
VII1. OTHER
A. Bergstein Reuse Study
B. 2015-2016 Grants
C. Boom Site Meeting Invite
IX. ADJOURNMENT
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THE IIRTHELACE OF MINNESOTA
HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
December 1, 2014
7:00 P.M.
Vice Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present: Vice Chairman Johnson, Chairman Larson (arrived approximately 7:15), Commissioners
Goodman, Krakowski, Mino and Welty, Council Representative Menikheim
Absent: Commissioner Branjord
Staff: City Planner Wittman
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Possible approval of November 3, 2014 meeting minutes
Vice Chairman Johnson offered one correction: regarding Case 2014-37, where the minutes state
"Commissioner Johnson asked if there was consideration of more of a sided and trimmed material rather
than carrying the stone further along the north elevation," it should read that Commissioner Johnson would
prefer carrying the stone around the lower elevation on the north elevation in lieu of the trim siding material.
Motion by Commissioner Mino, seconded by Commissioner Welty, to approve the minutes of the November 3,
2014 meeting as corrected. All in favor, 5-0.
OPEN FORUM
There were no public comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
Case No. 2014-38 Design Review for re -facing current signage and adding canopies for Thai Basil
restaurant, to be located at 1180 Frontage Road West. John Soderquist, representing Croix Eateries
LLC, property owner.
Case No. 2014-39 Design Review for removal of existing Fresh Fields signs to be replaced with Sweet
Taste of Italy, to be located at 1400 Frontage Road West. Mark McCorkel, Brite Images Signs,
applicant.
Case No. 2014-43 Design Review of a wall sign to be located at 350 Main Street North, Unit #101.
James Commers, Signation Sign Group, representing Stillwater Mills Commercial Partners LLC,
property owner.
Case No. 2014-44 Design Review of two new wall signs to be located at 1830 Market Drive in
Stillwater Marketplace. Lori Vukelich, Topline, representing Caribou Coffee, business owner.
City Planner Wittman requested that Case No. 2014-43 be pulled from the Consent Agenda and moved to
the Design Permits portion of the agenda.
Motion by Commissioner Welty, seconded by Commissioner Krakowski, to approve the Consent Agenda as
amended. All in favor, 5-0.
Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting December 1, 2014
DESIGN PERMITS
Case No. 2014-40. Design Review Permit to install permanent string lighting along the eastern and southern
parapets of the structure located at 308 Chestnut Street East. Scott Zahren, property owner.
City Planner Wittman explained the request. The applicant is proposing permanent string lighting, described
as old style tree lights, shaped in a 2" teardrop style. A total of 78 nine -watt incandescent or LED bulbs
would be mounted to the top of the parapet of the south and east facades of the building.
Commissioner Johnson asked how the proposal fits with the Downtown Revitalization Committee's
ambiance lighting plan.
City Planner Wittman stated that the Downtown Revitalization Committee has suggested different types of
ambiance lighting to the City that they would recommend for downtown, including string lights. The City's
Downtown Design Standards currently require that the light source be hidden.
Mr. Zahren said he would like to see a comprehensive lighting plan for downtown that would be simple,
elegant, easy to implement, and reflective of the historic past. The downtown could be made more inviting
for diners and shoppers. He views his application as a test case.
Commissioner Johnson noted that this proposal is the first to come before the Commission while the
ambient lighting plan is in progress. When lights start being used to define downtown buildings, it will be
important that lighting be of a consistent and durable style.
City Planner Wittman noted that the ambiance lighting committee should be coming to an HPC meeting to
give the same presentation that was given to the City Council, to initiate the conversation about how to
amend the Downtown Design Standards. A subgroup will probably be formed to draft the plan. Mr. Zahren
is welcome to put up the proposed lights as holiday decorations, but at this point they would need to be
removed after the holidays.
Commissioner Welty suggested Mr. Zahren could put up holiday lights as a test case, but it would not be
appropriate to approve the permanent lighting before the downtown lighting plan is done. She would love to
see some lighting at the pedestrian level as Stillwater is a walking town.
Mr. Zahren asked for assurance that the Commission will get the discussion going soon because it takes a
long time for ideas to get through the system.
Commissioner Johnson remarked that part of the overall lighting plan should address lighting in storefronts
to give a presence on the sidewalk.
Chairman Larson said the downtown lighting plan will have to address whether the best way to light
downtown is to light the building cornices. There are other ways to light buildings, such as lighting the
features of the buildings, rather than outlining the structure.
Commissioner Johnson stated he feels it's premature to approve Mr. Zahren's request but doesn't want to
deny it for a whole year.
City Planner Wittman confirmed that the Commission may deny the permit without prejudice so it may be
brought back at any time.
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Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting December 1, 2014
Motion by Commissioner Welty, seconded by Commissioner Mino, to deny without prejudice the Design
Permit for Case No. 2014-40. All in favor, 6-0.
Case No. 2014-41. Design Review Permit for Terra Springs stormwater pond revitalization project, located at
612 Main Street North. Tom Whitlock, Damon Farber Associates, applicant, representing Terra Springs Master
Homeowners' Association.
City Planner Wittman reviewed the application. To address concerns that the Commission voiced at its
November 3, 2014 meeting, the updated submission depicts pedestrian circulation patterns from all five
buildings. Access into the pond area will occur at three of the four corners of the area. The northeast corner,
where one-way traffic approaches the pond area, will be buffered by vegetation. Significant vegetation is
proposed along the northern and southern boundaries of the green space area of the pond to help buffer
pedestrians from vehicles. Additionally, the shade canopy for the central gathering area has been shifted to
the south, allowing for open, unobstructed views from the east and west sides of the pond. Direct lines of
site will be provided from the existing western platform, and from a proposed eastern platform. Garden
pathways will provide axial design similar to the garden to the east without creating a rigid cross pattern in
boardwalk surfaces. Lastly, limestone benches will be in place in the green space area.
Tom Whitlock explained the design drawings and pointed out the plan revisions. Interpretive elements will
be included on the boardwalk, terrace and western wall.
City Planner Wittman noted that the Master Homeowners' Association is working on a public trail
bordering the site that will also have interpretive panels.
Commissioner Johnson acknowledged that the wall separates the parking from the garden space, screening
the headlights and parked cars.
Mr. Whitlock said the circle and water feature have been moved five feet to allow more space for
landscaping buffering. It was very important to the community that visibility was retained. The green space
will frame the view toward the river.
Commissioner Johnson asked what sort of plantings will be used.
Mr. Whitlock replied that a detailed planting plan will be submitted.
Jeannine Kneubuhler, Terra Springs Master Board President, added that the pictures are deceptive, the area
is not as big as it looks. To prevent a "hidden garden" feel, they will have to be careful about the plantings
that are chosen.
Commissioner Johnson asked about a lighting plans.
Mr. Whitlock replied there may be some uplighting of trees but it would be very minimal.
Chairman Larson said he would like to see a condition that some historic interpretation will be included.
Motion by Chairman Larson, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, to approve the Design Permit for Case No.
2014-41 with the following conditions:
1. a detailed low-level lighting and landscape plan, identifying specific plantings and placement, shall be
submitted to City staff for review and approval; if the lighting becomes a major feature or goes beyond low-
level landscape lighting, it must be approved by the HPC;
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Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting December 1, 2014
2. prior to construction, plans shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval. All necessary
grading and storm water permits shall be obtained;
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;
4. interpretation/explanation of the historic features highlighted in the stormwater pond and landscape plan
shall be incorporated in the site. All in favor, 6-0.
Case No. 2014-42. Design Review Permit for the renovation of the exterior, including new rooftop addition, of
the structure located at 275 Third Street South. Chad Johnson, HAF Architects, representing Grady Erickson,
applicant.
City Planner Wittman explained that the applicants have requested a Design Permit for exterior
modifications: a complete facade renovation with new anodized aluminum storefront windows with two
new bump -out window features capping the front corners of the structure, a new front door and sidelights,
seven inch shiplap cedar siding, hardi-panel vertical siding in dark gray, and anodized aluminum awnings
on all four sides. The existing block foundation will be cleaned and painted to complement the new color
scheme of the building. All existing decks, walkways, stairways and ramps will remain in place and will be
upgraded with new handrails and guardrails. New landscaping will be installed on the west facade. Staff
recommends approval with two conditions: 1) all exterior signage, with the exception of the building
address sign, shall receive a design review permit prior to the installation; 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.
Mike Hoeffler, HAF Architects, explained that the major remodeling will create a two story entry lobby,
code updates within the building, new stairwells, common area improvements, new doorways in corridors
and other improvements. The idea is to break up the gigantic roof and still house the mechanical units which
are currently spread out over the roof. He understands the project would have to come back for another
approval if a rooftop patio is proposed. At present none is proposed.
Chairman Larson asked if the wearing of the cedar is a concern.
Mr. Hoeffler responded that a three-part semi transparent cedar stain will be used so it will wear better.
Commissioner Johnson asked about the railings for the patios.
Mr. Hoeffler replied that the material looks like cable but they are rods more solid than cable.
Commissioner Welty asked about lighting.
Mr. Hoeffler responded they are proposing small downlit LED wall sconces on the exterior. There are no
lights proposed for the porches or balconies.
Chairman Larson commented that he is pleased with the renovations planned.
Commissioner Johnson asked if the rooftop addition will be an increase in overall height.
Mr. Hoeffler replied the addition will be six inches lower than the peak but higher than average because of
the configuration of the roof.
Chairman Larson asked if there will be other vents on the roof.
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Mr. Hoeffler responded there are plumbing and gas fireplace vents.
Commissioner Welty remarked, since it's on the edge of a neighborhood, if the front lawn could
accommodate some trees.
City Planner Wittman replied there is a landscape plan that includes one new tree.
Mr. Hoeffler added they are trying to keep the corner of Olive and Third clear for driver sight lines.
Motion by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Mino, to approve the Design Permit for Case
No. 2014-42 with the following conditions:
1. all exterior signage, with the exception of the building address sign, shall receive a design review permit
prior to the installation;
2. all minor modifications shall be approved in advance by the City Planner. All major modifications shall be
approved in advance by the HPC;
3. a fixture and lighting plan shall be submitted for review and approval with the building permit;
4. all HVAC equipment will be enclosed and no large roof penetrations will be permitted outside of the
screening area. All exhaust penetrations shall be painted to match the roof material. All in favor, 6-0.
Case No. 2014-43 Design Review of a wall sign to be located at 350 Main Street North, Unit #101. James
Commers, Signation Sign Group, representing Stillwater Mills Commercial Partners LLC, property owner.
City Planner Wittman explained that the applicant is requesting approval of a single 32 square foot, unlit
wall -mounted sign of horizontally brushed blue aluminum with "Remax Professionals" in black raised
acrylic letters. The sign would be two inches deep and the sides of the sign would be black. There is no
comprehensive sign plan for the building, which includes three different commercial units. Unit #101 has
been split into two and may be split into three spaces. Staff recommended that the applicant enlarge and
center the sign over the bays, similar to the nearby sign for RBC Wealth Management. The applicant said
there will be no enlarging of the sign whatsoever. There is the potential for future tenant signage which
would be an additional 20 square feet. The applicant is willing to have the sign extend over another space
that is currently rented.
Commissioner Johnson suggested centering the sign and keeping it at 16 feet looks better than what was
originally proposed.
Commissioner Welty said the issue is complicated considering signage future tenants may want.
Chairman Larson said he shares the concern about future signage requests for the building.
City Planner Wittman suggested a condition of approval might be that no additional signage may be
approved for Unit #101 until there is a sign plan for the entire unit.
Chairman Larson indicated he objects to the brushed metal color of the background.
Commissioner Johnson suggested if it were painted more gray -white, it would look better.
Commissioner Welty asked if the "Professionals" font could be changed. She feels a sans serif font would
look better and wondered if the applicant could be asked to consider a different font.
Wittman said she will suggest they consider a non -italic font but would not want to specify a particular font
as a condition of approval.
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Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting December 1, 2014
Motion by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Chairman Larson, to approve the Design Permit for Case No.
2014-43, striking Condition #1; with the following conditions:
1. the "Remax Professionals" sign shall be centered at the midpoint of the vertical pilaster/brick columns and
centered on the middle bay of the five -bay unit;
2. the sign shall be mounted into the mortar joints and not directly into the brick;
3. a revised sign plan shall be submitted for review by City staff prior to the issuance of a sign permit;
4. all major revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed by the HPC;
5. the background of the sign shall be painted in a light color that contrasts with the lettering. Motion carried 5-
1, with Commissioner Mino voting nay.
Commissioner Mino stated she doesn't object to the lettering for "Remax" which is clearly their logo, but
the word "Professionals" fights with the logo lettering.
NEW BUSINESS
Bergstein Reuse Study Proposals
City Planner Wittman reported that two proposals were received in response to the Request for Proposals to
develop a reuse study of the Bergstein Warehouse and Shoddy Mill structures. Both were quality proposals
and could meet the requirements. City Planner Wittman, Community Development Director Turnblad and
Chairman Larson reviewed the proposals, and recommend contracting with Lauber/Claybaugh.
Chairman Larson stated that the purpose of the study is to determine how to use the structures within the
redesigned park in an economically viable manner. Design and details would come later.
Motion by Commissioner Welty, seconded by Commissioner Krakowski, to recommend the City contract with
Lauber/Claybaugh. All in favor, 6-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
2015-2016 Grants Discussion
City Planner Wittman explained that every year, as a certified local government, the City is eligible to apply
for funds from the State Historic Preservation Office to do a project. The City usually has to match the funds
40/60%. She outlined possible projects for use of these potential funds.
Commissioner Welty said she likes the idea of using grant funding to focus on stairs and railings.
City Planner Wittman will talk with the State Historic Preservation Office to see what kinds of projects with
stairs and railings would be eligible.
Podcast Release Party
City Planner Wittman reminded the Commission that the Podcast Release Party is set for Thursday, 7-9 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Krakowski, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, to adjourn. All in favor, 6-0. The
meeting was adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
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Respectfully Submitted,
Julie Kink
Recording Secretary
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2015 CASE NO.: 2015-1
APPLICANT: Mike McQuire, property owner
REQUEST: Design Review request to add new windows, balconies and a door to the structure
located at 409 Nelson Street East.
ZONING: CBD-Central Business COMP PLAN DISTRICT: DMU-Downtown Mixed Use
PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
REQUEST
The applicant is
proposing exterior
modifications to the
structure located at
409 Nelson Street
East. This is to
accommodate a
living unit to be
located in the upper
stories of this
structure. Located in
the Downtown
Design Review
District and
bordering the
Nationally -
Registered
Commercial Historic
District, the Stillwater Grain Mill, commonly referred to as the Commander Mill, is not a
historically designated structure. The proposed modifications include:
1. Add to the North Elevation a single 3' wide by 6'-8" tall white door and frame which will
enter out onto a new 10' 10' deck; this door will replace an existing window. The deck,
framed by naturally stained wood, will have a solid galvanized metal face to match the
existing Mill facade.
2. Add to the East Elevation five new, white wooden windows which will be clad in white
wood. Seven of the window pane will be 2'-4" wide by 4' tall. Three of the window panes
will be 2'-4" wide by 3'-4" tall. The East elevation will also contain a 3' deep by 10' long
Juliet balcony that will be framed by naturally stained wood and have a solid, galvanized
metal face to match the existing Mill facade. The windows in this area are not proposed to
be modified.
3. Add to the South Elevation three new, white wooden windows. Each of these windows will
contain one pane proposed to be 2'-4" wide by 4' tall.
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES
Municipal Code Section 31-209, Design permit states:
• The Standards for Review , Sec. 31-509(f) indicates the HPC shall utilize the following
standards:
o Architectural character:
• The suitability of the building for the intended purpose.
• The consistency of the applications design with approved design guidelines.
• The compatibility of the character of the design with adjacent development.
o Outdoor advertising: The number, location, color, size, height, lighting and landscaping of
outdoor advertising signs and structures in relation to the creation of traffic hazards and
the appearance and harmony with adjacent development.
o Historical structures, vistas, sites and the impact of development on these resources.
o Special design guidelines for areas or districts of the city officially adopted by the city council.
The Downtown Design Review manual indicates the following guidelines:
Facade Openings
It is important to recognize the difference between upper
story openings and storefront, or street level openings.
There is a much greater transparent or glazed open area
at storefront level, for pedestrians to have a better view of
the merchandise displayed behind, there are wide
windows and little or no spacing between openings.
Upper story openings are predominantly narrow with a
vertical orientation that accompanies double -hung
windows.
•
•
The proposed openings are consistent with
other facade openings on this structure,
opposed to the facades of traditional
commercial storefronts. The openings
respect the nature of the structure.
While the original facade is proposed to be
altered, the vast majority of the facade will
remain intact, preserving the character of
• The size and proportion of windows and door
the building.
openings of an infill building should be similar
•
The new facade openings will not conceal
to those on the adjacent facades.
the original facade rather break up the
• Storefront restoration should return the facade
galvanized metal massing, providing for
to its original character appropriate.
more light into the residential unit.
• Avoid concealing the original facade.
Materials
•
The applicant is proposing materials
Buildings within the commercial core were constructed
consistent with the structure and the time
with brick, stone or wood. Many of the original wood
buildings have been lost to fire or decay, leaving the
masonry buildings as the lone remnants. Compatibility
with similar exterior construction materials in the
immediate area is recommended in order to maintain the
distinct character and harmony of the area.
period of construction.
Color
•
The applicant is proposing colors
The relationship of the colors and tones used on new or
consistent with the structure and the time
improved structures must be compatible with the color
period of construction.
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Case No. 2015-2 (HPC: February 2, 2015)
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and tone patterns already established by adjacent
buildings. The tasteful use of color and accent can
introduce variety and charm, whereas the indiscriminate
use of colors and color combinations can overload the
senses and produce visual conflict and chaos. Exercise
caution in the use of colors and tone combinations and
their patterns. The goal is to achieve an area -wide
complementary blend of background colors combined
with selected and limited uses of primary and focal
colors.
Utility Areas and Mechanical Equipment
Historically, utility areas or service entrances were
accommodated off of a service alley. Today, many of
those service alleys or streets are now utilized by
pedestrians as entrances from off street parking areas.
Also, the amount of mechanical equipment has increased
dramatically; therefore it is important to minimize the
visual impact as much as possible.
• Use architectural elements to screen mechanical
equipment
•
On the North elevation, the deck is
proposed next to existing and exposed
mechanical equipment. No treatment is
proposed to extend to this area.
ALTERNATIVES AND RECOMMENDATION
The HPC has several alternatives related to these request:
A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found to be consistent with the
adopted design guidelines, the HPC should move to approve Case No. 2015-2. Staff
recommends the following conditions of approval:
1. The North elevation deck material shall be extended to and around the west edge of
the single story rooftop, enclosing the existing mechanical equipment on this
rooftop.
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" 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. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be
tabled until March, 2015 meeting.
Staff recommends approval of Case No. 2014-2 with the following aforementioned conditions.
ATTACHMENTS
Applicant Submission (3 pages)
409 Nelson Street East
Case No. 2015-2 (HPC: February 2, 2015)
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2014 CASE NO.: 2015-1
APPLICANT: Jesse Hamer, representing Kriss Novak, owner of Valley Ridge Mall
REQUEST: Design Review for the construction of a new Dairy Queen building, to be located
on a new Valley Ridge Mall outlot, located at 1240-1570 West Frontage Road
ZONING: BPC-Business Park Commercial COMP PLAN DISTRICT: Commercial
PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
REQUEST
The applicant is proposing the construction of a new Dairy Queen DQ Grill and Chill to be
located at the Southeast corner of the existing parcel Valley Ridge Mall is located upon. In
addition to a Design Review permit, the applicant will need to obtain a Special Use Permit for
the drive -through window and outside eating area and the property will need to be split for this
structure to be located on a separate parcel from the mall.
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES
Municipal Code Section 31-209, Design permit states:
• The Standards for Review , Sec. 31-509(f) indicates the HPC shall utilize the following
standards:
o Architectural character:
• The suitability of the building for the intended purpose.
• The consistency of the applications design with approved design guidelines.
• The compatibility of the character of the design with adjacent development.
o Outdoor advertising: The number, location, color, size, height, lighting and landscaping of
outdoor advertising signs and structures in relation to the creation of traffic hazards and
the appearance and harmony with adjacent development.
o Historical structures, vistas, sites and the impact of development on these resources.
o Special design guidelines for areas or districts of the city officially adopted by the city council.
The West Stillwater Business Park Design Guidelines indicate the following:
Architectural Standards
• Unadorned pre -stressed concrete panels,
standard concrete block or metal siding shall
not be used as exterior materials for new
buildings. Architecturally enhanced block or
concrete panels may be acceptable.
• All roof or ground mounted mechanical
equipment and exterior trash storage areas
shall be completely enclosed with building
material compatible with the principle
structure. Low profile self-contained
mechanical units which blend in with the
building design located to the side or rear of
the building may be permitted.
• Architectural consistency on all sides of the
building is required in terms of colors, material
and details.
•
•
•
•
The proposed design includes high impact
EIFS in neutral tones, metal panels in
orange, metal eyebrows in blue, as well as
simulated stone. The design is consistent
with corporate standards for new Grill and
Chill facilities. Additionally proposed are
red awnings over all windows and doors
on the South and West Elevations.
No roof or ground mechanical equipment
was submitted on the design submission.
Located on the utility plan, however, it is
proposed to be screened by four, 6' tall
Rushmore Arborvitae.
The materials for the trash storage area are
not depicted on the design submission.
While the South and West elevations
depict all the aforementioned materials,
the design is not four-sided; the North and
East sides do not contain orange metal
panels nor do they contain blue metal
eyebrows. Awnings are not placed over
openings on the North or East elevations.
Landscape Standards
•
A landscape plan has been submitted
•
Street trees shall be required for all new
development. The type of tree and their
location shall be approved by the Director of
which includes new street trees, as well as
a combination of shrubs, flowers and
ground cover.
Parks.
•
All area of a lot not used or improved for
•
Two new red maples are proposed to
parking, driveways or storage areas shall be
landscaped with a combination of trees,
shrubs, flower and ground cover.
replace the existing trees on the southern
property line. The property owner is
encouraged to retain, if possible, the
•
All new trees shall be balled and burlapped or
mature trees in this location.
moved from a growing site with a tree spade
and be a 2-1/2 inch caliber for deciduous trees,
6 foot in height for evergreens and 1-1/2 inch
caliber for ornamental trees.
•
A 10' wide landscaping plan is proposed
to be located on the South and West
property lines. While the Western
boundary will be decreased from the
•
A minimum 20-foot wide landscaped front
yard setback area shall be maintained along all
existing conditions, a 20' buffer will be
maintained from Northwestern Avenue.
1240-1570 West Frontage Road
Case No. 2015-1 (HPC: February 2, 2015)
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public streets and 10 foot side yard landscaped
area maintained on all other sides.
• A minimum of 10 percent of parking and
driveway areas shall be landscaped with trees
and shrubs.
• All utilities must be underground and utility
meters screened or integrated into the building
structure.
The Southern buffer will remain largely
unchanged in size from the present
conditions.
Signs
•
The applicant is proposing 63 square feet
• Signs and related building graphics shall be a
of signage on the South elevation, an 82'
part of the overall building and site design.
long facade. This is consistent with the
Sign size, height location and material shall
City Code.
relate to building scale and design.
• Retail signage shall be consistent with the Sign
Ordinance.1
•
The applicant is proposing signage boxes,
though the dimensions are not indicated.
• A landscaped area equal to twice the sign area
These sign boxes would not be permitted
comprised of bushes or flowers shall be
as only one wall sign is permitted per
provided around the base of free standing
building face. However, if the boxes had
signs.
an appearance as a window no greater
than 19 square feet in size, signage could
be placed behind the window and would
be consistent with the City Code.
' The applicable City Code Section 31-509, Sub. 8 indicates All commercial, office and industrial signs in all BP
districts are subject to the following conditions::
(a) Number of signs. A property may have one freestanding sign, one wall sign per building face, and as
many awning, canopy, marquee, or multitenant master signs as permitted in this Subdivision 8.
(b) Wall signs. Wall signs in the BP district shall meet the following requirements:
(1) Area. The gross surface area of a wall sign may not exceed one square foot for each foot of building,
parallel or substantially parallel to the front lot line.
(2) Location. A wall sign must be located on the outermost wall of any principal building but may not
project more than 16 inches from the wall to which the sign is affixed.
Height. A wall sign may not project higher than the parapet line of the wall to which the sign is
affixed.
(c) Freestanding signs. Freestanding signs in the BP district shall meet the following requirements:
(3)
(1)
(2)
(3)
Area. The gross surface area of a freestanding sign may not exceed 100 square feet for each exposed
face nor exceed an aggregate gross surface area of 200 square feet.
Location. A freestanding sign must be set back 15 feet from the front or side property line.
Height. Along State Highway 36 freestanding signs may not project higher than 25 feet.
(d) Awning, canopy or marquee signs. Awning, canopy or marquee signs in the BP district shall meet the
following requirements:
(1) Area. The gross surface area of an awning, canopy or marquee sign may not exceed 50 percent of
the gross surface area of the awning, canopy or marquee to which the sign is affixed.
(2) Location. A sign may be affixed to or located upon any awning, canopy or marquee.
(3)
Height. An awning, canopy or marquee sign may not project higher than the top of the awning,
canopy or marquee to which the sign is affixed.
1240-1570 West Frontage Road
Case No. 2015-1 (HPC: February 2, 2015)
Page 3 of 5
•
•
The applicant is proposing 37 square feet
of signage on the East elevation, a 40' wide
facade. This is consistent with the City
Code.
A single 86 square foot, 25' tall pylon sign
is proposed to be located 10' off the
property line. The pylon sign is proposed
to contain a non -electric reader board,
containing interchangeable lettering which
would need to manually changed. Though
there are reader boards like this in
Stillwater, they are not consistent with the
City Code.
Site Plan
• On -site lighting shall serve functional safety
•
A simple lighting plan, containing wall
and aesthetic purposes.
mounted lighting, is proposed. A single
• Overall lighting shall be directed down and
parking lot light will be placed near
shielded from adjacent properties or roadways.
parking to the East. This pole is consistent
All lights shall be contained on the property.
• Parking shall be screened from the street by
berming, bushes, low walls or changes in the
grade of parking areas.
with parking lot lighting onsite.
ALTERNATIVES AND RECOMMENDATION
The HPC has several alternatives related to these request:
A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found to be consistent with the
adopted design guidelines, the HPC should move to approve Case No. 2015-1. Staff
recommends the following conditions of approval:
Roof or ground mechanical equipment not depicted on the site plan shall be
completed enclosed with building material compatible with the structure or screened
with mature vegetation, if a low profile design.
2. The trash storage area shall be completely enclosed with by High Impact EIFS in a
neutral tone and/or a simulated stone material compatible with the structure.
3. The design shall be four-sided with the orange metal panels carrying around to the
North and East elevations.
4. The blue eyebrow, or similar architectural feature of the same color, shall be carried
around to the North and East elevations. The eyebrow is not required to be lit on
these elevations though, for design consistency, it is recommended to be lit in the
same fashion as the South and West elevations.
5. A red awning shall be placed above east elevation service door for design
consistency.
6. Effort should be made to retain the existing trees located on the western property line.
7. The South elevation wall boxes shall be designed to appear as windows in a similar
shape and material as the windows on the same elevation. The total cumulative
square footage of the window wall boxes shall not exceed 19 square feet.
8. The pylon sign shall be setback 15' from the Southern property line.
9. All utilities shall be located underground.
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10. All wall pack lighting shall be shielded.
11. Neon associated with the metal eyebrow element shall be screened from the street by
the eyebrow.
12. All other wall and parking lot lights shall be downwardly directed. 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 West
Stillwater Business Park 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. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be
tabled until March, 2015 meeting.
Staff recommends approval of Case No. 2015-1 with the aforementioned conditions.
ATTACHMENTS
Applicant Submission
Applicant Narrative
Site Plan
Landscape Plan
Exterior Elevations, 1.12.2015 (2 pages)
Exterior Elevations, 1.26.2015 (2 pages)
Signage Specifications
1240-1570 West Frontage Road
Case No. 2015-1 (HPC: February 2, 2015)
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City of Stillwater
Heritage Preservation Commission
Valley Ridge
Description of Project
January 15, 2015
SouthMetro Centers V, LLC, the ownership entity of Valley Ridge Mall, would like to progress in 2015
with updating and modernization of the center. This spring, the owners of Valley Ridge mall would like
to better utilize the southwest portion of the center's parking lot. The plan to do so will create a
separate, but integral outlot, that will be able to accommodate a small, quick service restaurant (QSR)
concept. The new outlot and the related single story building will be of an appropriate size and location
to maintain the visibility to the center behind it, yet draw new customers to an otherwise quiet corner
of the property.
The outlot occupant and center will still have logical traffic flow patterns and adequate parking to serve
customers, tenants and employees sufficiently.
The QSR tenant will be Dairy Queen Stillwater. The Dairy Queen located 132 Main Street South was
recently sold. The new owners of that franchise would like to move it to this location within Valley
Ridge and replace it with a state-of-the-art Grill and Chill facility. The existing Main Street Dairy Queen
has been one of a long succession of DQ facilities that has moved around the Stillwater area for years.
With this commitment to the southwest corner of Valley Ridge and the modern building, Dairy Queen
will become a permanent fixture along Highway 36 in Stillwater for years to come.
We have attached a copy of the proposed outlot, site plan layout, architectural renderings and the
related signage package for your review and comment. We thank you again for your cooperation in the
growth and evolution of Valley Ridge Mall.
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2015 CASE NO.: 2015-4
APPLICANT: Patrick Juetten, property manager
REQUEST: Request for a Design Permit for a multi -tenant sign plan for the structure
located at 350 Main Street North (aka. Stillwater Mills)
ZONING: Commercial Business District COMP PLAN DISTRICT: Downtown Mixed Use
PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
REQUEST
The applicant is requesting
approval of a Design Permit
for a multi -tenant sign plan, for
the front facade of the structure
located at 350 Main Street
South (a 325' long multi -use
building).
APPLICATION DETAILS
The applicant is proposing a
total of 10 individual signs not
to exceed 28 square feet each,
totalling 280 square feet of
signage on this structure.
Currently two signs are in
place for existing tenants: RBC Wealth Management and Mid Country Mortgage. Currently
RBC Wealth Management consumes 38 square feet of signage space and Mid Country Mortgage
has 23 square feet of signage. When combined with the seven additional signs (as RBC
consumes two proposed sign location spaces) to be potentially permitted, a total of 257 square
feet of signage would exist on the building.
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APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES
As per the sign ordinance and Downtown Design Manual, the applicants have submitted this
building sign plan. Wall sign regulations include:
350 Main Street North
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Jijwate
THE B I R T H I.I.A I: E Of- MINNESOIA
Wall signs:
• Area. The total building signage may have an aggregate area not exceeding one square
foot for each foot of building face parallel or substantially parallel to a street lot line.
• Location. A wall sign may not project more than 16 inches from the wall to which the
sign is affixed.
• Height. A wall sign may not project higher than the parapet line of the wall to which the
sign is affixed or 15 feet as measured from the base of the building wall to which the
sign is affixed, whichever is lower.
• Lighting. Externally illuminated signs are allowed by sign ordinance and Design
Manual. Back lit letters are allowed are allowed by sign ordinance, but not Design
Manual. Internally illuminated signs are not allowed by sign code or Design Manual.
Lighting, too, is addressed in the Manual. The applicable guidelines indicate:
• Lighting fixtures should be concealed or integrated into the overall design of the project.
The light source should be hidden from direct pedestrian or motorist view.
• Unshielded wall pack light fixtures are not appropriate.
The Manual further indicates:
• Materials:
o Use painted wood where practicable
o Supporting brackets for projecting signs should be metal, painted black.
• Shape: Design the sign shape to fit and fill the available space. If a projecting sign is
used, keep it simple in shape, small in size and utilitarian in design
• Lettering: Choose a bold and simple type style and use it on all appropriate signs.
• Color:
o Choose tones with sufficient contrast to be clearly legible: dark on light or light
on dark.
o Choose subdued colors and dark tones in keeping with the Victorian tradition.
Properly selected combinations of dark brown and green, black, off-white and
gold are all appropriate.
o Choose tones with sufficient contrast to be clearly legible: dark on light or light
on dark.
The proposed sign plan conforms to the Downtown Design Manual as well as City Code
Seciton 31-509, Sign Regulations.
RECOMMENDATION
The HPC has several alternatives related to these request:
350 Main Street North
Case No. 2014-4 (HPC: February 2, 2015)
Page 2 of 3
A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found to be consistent with the
adopted design guidelines, the HPC should move to approve Case No. 2015-4. Staff
recommends the following conditions of approval:
1. All permanent signs shall receive a Design Review permit from the Heritage
Preservation Commission and an applicable sign permit from the City of Stillwater
prior to the installation of the sign.
2. All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the HPC.
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. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be
tabled until March, 2015 meeting.
Staff recommends approval of Case No. 2014-4 with the following aforementioned conditions.
ATTACHMENTS
Applicant Request
Proposed Rear Signage Details (2)
Lighting Design (1)
Sign Plan - Building Elevations (3)
350 Main Street North
Case No. 2014-4 (HPC: February 2, 2015)
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Master Multi -Tenant Sign Plan
Stillwater Mills Commercial Center
350 Main Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082
Assessor's Parcels#: 28-030-20-14-0278 (Suite 100); 28-030-20-14-0279 (Suite 101); 28-030-20-14-0280
(Suite 102)
Zone: CBD (Commercial Business District)
Dated: January 14, 2015
OWNER:
Stillwater Mills Commercial Partners LLC
11417 Hastings St NE
Blaine, MN 55449
Tel: 310-433-7095
CURRENT TENANTS WANTING SIGNAGE:
REMAX Professionals
350 Main Street North, Suite 101
Stillwater, MN 55082
Tel: 651-768-0100
Proposed Sign Size: 2' x 14' or 28 sq ft
Proposed Sign Style: Silver & Black Aluminum and Acrylic
Application design attached.
Picture Location ID: A6
FUTURE TENANT SIGNAGE:
Up to seven additional signs not to exceed 28 square feet each. See attached diagrams for locations.
Location IDs & Size:
A1-2'6"x9'6"=23.75sgft
A2-2'6"x9'6"=23.75sgft
A3-2'x14'or28sgft
A5-2'x14'=28sgft
A7-2'x14'=28sgft
A8-2'x14'=28sgft
A5-2'x14'=28sgft
A9 — 2'6" x 9'6" = 23.75 sq ft
TENANTS WITH SIGNAGE:
Royal Bank of Canada, aka, RBC Wealth Management
350 Main Street North, Suite 106
Stilllwater, MN 55082
Tel: 651-430-5500
Signage Approved Jan 28, 2009. Case No.: 09-06.
Sign Size: 2'9" x 13'9" or 38 sq ft
Sign Style: Non -illuminated painted
Picture Location ID: A4
MidCountry Bank, aka, MidCountry Mortgage
350 Main Street North, Suite 100
Stillwater, MN 55082
Tel: 855-537-2476
Sign approved April 1, 2013. Case No.: DR/2013-15.
Sign Size: 2'3 %" x 9'4" = 22.75 sq ft
Sign Style: 1-1/2" Thick black Sintra Letter with 1" stand off with exterior mounted lighting.
Application design attached.
Picture Location ID: A10
STILLWATER MILLS COMMERCIAL SIGNAGE STYLE ALLOWED
Tenant signage shall conform to following guidelines and cannot exceed these guidelines without
written permission from Stillwater Mills Commercial Partners or its successors or assigns and Stillwater
HPC/Sign Inspections Department.
1. All signage shall consist of non -internally lit lettering and displays with possible exception of
reverse channel letter (i.e. "halo -lit") signs, which shall be subject to individual City/HPC review.
Signs may have external illumination where fixtures are approved by Stillwater Mills Commercial
Partners and Stillwater HPC and any other City of Stillwater governing body as the case may be.
2. Signage shall be constructed of materials consistent with Stillwater HPC Design Review
Guidelines. Preferred materials include wood, metal, raised letter, handpainted and flat plastic
lettering. Discouraged materials include molded plastic lettering, neon, dynamic (i.e. "moving")
displays or photo printed vinyl.
3. Vinyl banners are allowed but must receive City permits and cannot exceed City
guidelines for size and time limits for display.
4. All signage proposals are subject to Stillwater Mills Commercial Partners approval. Owner
reserves right to prohibit any sign it determines is not in keeping with style and
temperament of property, though it might conform to other specifics of sign plan.
Further, Owner will submit all requests for signage for review by the Stillwater Mills on Main
Association for review and approval prior to Owner approving tenant signage proposals for
submittal to HBP.
5. All requests for signage shall be made in writing.
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2015 CASE NO.: 2014-43
APPLICANT: Patrick Juetten, property manager, representing ReMax at Stillwater Mills
REQUEST: Modification request to a Design Review Permit for an unlit, wall
mounted sign to be located at 350 Main Street North, Unit #101
ZONING: Central Business District COMP PLAN DISTRICT: DMU - Downtown Mixed Use
PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
BACKGROUND
In December 2014, the Commission conditionally approved a sign for ReMax Professionals. A
condition of approval was for the sign to be shifted to the north of the proposed location as it
would then be centered on the vertical banding of the structure. Since that time the City has
received a multi -tenant sign plan for the building. The location of the approved sign for ReMax
would be inconsistent with the multi -tenant sign plan.
REQUEST
The applicant is requesting
modification to the approval of Case
No. 2014-43 in the following ways:
1. The single 32 square foot unlit,
wall -mounted sign would be
reduced to 28 square feet; and
2. The sign would be located on the
building in conformance with a
multi -tenant sign plan. The sign
would be located in the A6 location.
ReMax Professionals have altered
the proposed sign so that the sign
background is painted in a light, contrasting color to the black sign lettering.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the modification request to Case No. 2014-43 with the following
conditions as the modification is consistent with the multi -tenant sign plan. Staff would
recommend the Commission remove condition #1 of the Design Permit, issuing a new Design
Permit to ReMax Professionals.
ATTACHMENTS
Modified Sign Specifications (February, 2014)
HPC Approved Sign Specifications (December, 2014)
350 Main Street North Unit #101
DP/2014-42 (HPC: 12/1/2014)
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2015 CASE NO.: 2015-3
APPLICANT: Rachel Hintzman, DNR, applicant - City of Stillwater, property owner
REQUEST: Design Review request for the installation of a trailhead kiosk in the Downtown
Design Review District. Location yet to be determined.
ZONING: CBD-Central Business COMP PLAN DISTRICT: DMU-Downtown Mixed Use
PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
REQUEST
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a location in downtown Stillwater to
place a kiosk. It is likely this kiosk will be placed on municipal property in a location close to
the Stillwater Depot, though no specific site location has been determined. The location is not
anticipated to be within the Downtown Commercial Historic District.
The kiosk will be an approximately 12' long by 11' wide wooden shelter painted yellow. The
kiosk will have a red steel roof. This design was chosen to "echo the look of railroad depots of
the late 19th and early 20th centuries." The kiosk will hold four panels made of high pressure
laminate. Two of the panels will have DNR and City information while the other two will have
interpretative/educational information on them.
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES
Municipal Code Section 31-209, Design permit states:
• The Standards for Review , Sec. 31-509(f) indicates the HPC shall utilize the following
standards:
o Architectural character:
• The suitability of the building for the intended purpose.
• The consistency of the applications design with approved design guidelines.
• The compatibility of the character of the design with adjacent development.
o Outdoor advertising: The number, location, color, size, height, lighting and landscaping of
outdoor advertising signs and structures in relation to the creation of traffic hazards and
the appearance and harmony with adjacent development.
o Historical structures, vistas, sites and the impact of development on these resources.
o Special design guidelines for areas or districts of the city officially adopted by the city council.
The Downtown Design Review manual indicates the following guidelines:
Roofs
• The predominant roof shape in the commercial
core is flat (slightly sloped to drain), with
articulated parapets. These parapets, often
embellished with brick detailing, are often
stepped or sloped to achieve a visually
interesting yet harmonious sequence along the
building facade.
Materials
Buildings within the commercial core were constructed
with brick, stone or wood. Many of the original wood
buildings have been lost to fire or decay, leaving the
masonry buildings as the lone remnants. Compatibility
with similar exterior construction materials in the
immediate area is recommended in order to maintain the
distinct character and harmony of the area.
• An infill building and facade should be
composed of materials similar to original
adjacent facades (example: local brick or stone).
• New buildings should not stand out against
the others but be compatible with the general
area.
While commercial buildings were traditionally
flat, this is a public, institutional use. The roof
pitch, proposed to contain prominent
bracketed awnings, will represent period
architecture in downtown Stillwater as well as
traditional recreational structures on public
lands.
As indicated, the applicant is proposing to
construct the kiosk out of wood with a metal
roof. These materials are consistent with the
guidelines.
Color
The relationship of the colors and tones used on
new or improved structures must be compatible
with the color and tone patterns already established
by adjacent buildings. The tasteful use of color and
accent can introduce variety and charm, whereas
the indiscriminate use of colors and color
combinations can overload the senses and produce
visual conflict and chaos. Exercise caution in the
use of colors and tone combinations and their
patterns. The goal is to achieve an area -wide
complementary blend of background colors
combined with selected and limited uses of primary
and focal colors.
• The color of buildings should relate to the
adjacent buildings colors to create a
harmonious effect.
• Avoid colors which visually overpower or
strongly contrast with adjacent building colors
and established downtown color schemes as a
whole.
• The color of brick or other natural building
materials should dictate the color family
choice.
• Painting new infill buildings is prohibited.
As indicated in the applicant submission, the
colors were chosen from hues selected by the
Northern Pacific Railway Historical
Association. The burnt yellow wood with red
roof is designed to be visible along the trail
and within a close proximity to the trailhead.
While there is a significant amount of red
brick in the neighboring area, the red chosen
for the roof may be considered to be visually
overpowering.
Case No. 2015-3 (HPC: February 3, 2014)
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ALTERNATIVES AND RECOMMENDATION
The HPC has several alternatives related to these request:
A. Approve. If the proposed design review request is found to be consistent with the
Downtown Design Guidelines, the HPC should move to approve Case No. 2015-3. Staff
recommends the following conditions of 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.
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. If the HPC needs additional information to make a decision, the requests could be
tabled until March, 2015 meeting.
Staff recommends approval of DP/2014-42 with the following aforementioned conditions.
ATTACHMENTS
Applicant Submission
Narrative Request
Design Notes
Proposed Kiosk Design
Kiosk Design Influences
Case No. 2015-3 (HPC: February 3, 2014)
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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Division of Parks & Trails
1200 Warner Road
St Paul, MN 55106
651-259-5875
December 12, 2014
Heritage Preservation Committee
City of Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Heritage Preservation Committee,
DEPARTMENT OF
NATURAL RESOURCES
As you may be aware a number of years ago the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
(MNDNR) purchased the old Minnesota Zephyr railroad corridor with the intention of developing
this parcel into the Brown's Creek State Trail. The development of this trail was completed this
fall and the trail opened up at the end of October.
Our next step of development will be the installation of a variety of interpretive features along the
trail to enhance the experience for the trail user. Due to the limited amount of property the
MNDNR has in Stillwater, we have been working with the City of Stillwater on the placement and
design of a trailhead kiosk structure. This is just one component of a possible trailhead which
could include bike racks, benches, etc.
This trailhead kiosk will contain information on the Brown's Creek State Trail, City of Stillwater,
and other interpretive topics. The structure has been designed by Split Rock Studios and is
based on photos of historical railroad depots.
I am submitting this application to the Hertiage Preservation Committee for a design review to
seek approval for the placement of the kiosk structure.
Sincerely,
Rachel Hintzman
PAT Area Supervisor
rachel.hintzmanastate.mn.us
www.mndnr.gov
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The trailheads for the Brown's Creek State Trail were designed to echo the look of
railroad depots of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which often had
compound roofs with prominent bracketed awnings. The colors reflect common
hues used by the Northern Pacific Railroad, which ran operations on the Stillwater -
White Bear line from 1900 to 1982. The basis for these common hues arises from
research done by the Northern Pacific Railway Historical Association, which
developed a set of "drift control cards" to represent common colors used by the
railroad in the 20th Century.
Brown's Creek Trailhead Structure Panels
The panels of the Brown's Creek Trailhead Structure will be made of a high-
pressure laminate which is the preferred material for interpretive signs. The
trailhead will contain four panels. Two of the panels will have
interpretive/educational topics on them and the other two panels will have
information such as maps, rules, and upcoming events. We are still in the process
of designing the panels so the attached examples are what the panels could look
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2014
REGARDING: Bergstein Mill and Warehouse Reuse Study
PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
As per the Commission's recommendation, the City Council authorized entering into contract
with John Lauber and Company, LLC to develop a reuse study for the Shoddy Mill and
Warehouse structure. Staff has met with Mr. Lauber and Bob Claybaugh, Principle Investigator
partner, to share City held records of the properties, discuss timelines, etc. The two have been
accompanied by Gene Dwyer, Structural Engineer, on a conditions assessment field day.
Members of the reuse study team will discuss the findings of that field day, as well as discuss
next steps in the study process.
HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2014
REGARDING: 2015-2016 Grants
PREPARED BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
Discussed at the Commission's meeting held in December, 2014, the Commission directed staff
to write a grant to ' ...do something with the stairs..." Staff has conducted some research
regarding this project. The stairs are not listed structures and therefore, they are not eligible for
Minnesota Historical Society (including Certified Local Government) grant funds to update,
repair, etc. The Main and Chestnut Street stairs would be eligible for funding for assessment for
possible inclusion into the City's Commercial Historic District. The cost of a study for these two
stairs would be (approximately) $4,500.
Two other potential avenues for funding for the stairs would be to:
• Lump them into a larger assessment focusing on other historic public infrastructure:
retaining walls, fences, and even possible brick lined storm drain systems. The
assessment would need to focus on whether these pieces of antiquated public
infrastructure would be eligible for listing on the National Register; or
• Consider starting proceedings to list on the National Register the Stillwater Cultural
Landscape District (which three of the sets of stairs leading into Main Street are included
within). Staff will update the Commission on the SCLD at the meeting but more
information can be found at www.ci.stillwater.mn.us/SCLD.
Another project staff has been researching would be the updating of the Downtown Design
Manual guidelines, to include a comprehensive assessment of the lighting guidelines. Estimates
of this project would be $25,000-$30,000. Funding for this project could come from MHS
Heritage and Cultural programs as well as the Certified Local Government grant program.
Lastly, City staff submitted a preliminary application to the Legacy Heritage Partnership
Program. Encouraged by the State Historic Preservation Office staff, the City's application is a
partnership with Eden Prairie and Mankato to develop a statewide training program for HPC
Commissioners. Stillwater will serve as the lead city on the project. When completed, the
program will include a written training manual and online courses and quizzes for HPC
Commissioners, staff, elected officials as well as general preservationists, Main Street managers
and the like. Six in -field trainings will be held throughout the state as a part of the grant
program. At this time, the City is requesting (approximately) $67,500 from this program with
in -kind costs to match.
FRIENDS
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BOOM SITE
YOU'RE INVITED!
Friends Group Hosting Public Meeting
About the Future of the St. Croix Boom Site
On February 24
For Immediate Release
For More Information Contact: Marc Hugunin
651-491-1981 FriendsofWashingtonCounty dd gmail. corn
The Friends of the St. Croix Boom Site will be hosting a public meeting to discuss the future of the St.
Croix Boom Site. The St. Croix Boom Site is a 26-acre park located in four segments on the St. Croix
River and Highway 95 just north of Stillwater, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Tuesday February 24 at 7 p.m.
Council Chambers, Stillwater City Hall
216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater, MN 55082
The Friends are appreciative of the assistance of the City of Stillwater in holding this event.
The February 24 meeting will be geared somewhat to the interests of City of Stillwater boards and
commissions, but any interested party is invited to attend.
For more information on the meetings, you also may visit www.FriendsofWashingtonCounty.com or
email FriendsofWashingtonCounty@gmail.corn.
The Friends hope to hear from the public concerning: What do people like about the Boom Site?
What do they like to do at the Boom Site? What else might they wish to do? What is the highest and
best use of the Boom Site?
The Friends will report their findings, including a Vision for the future of the St. Croix Boom Site, to the
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), which owns and manages the property. The
Friends and the DNR hope that the public's input will help to shape facilities and management plans
of the Boom Site for years to come.
The Friends are conducting the public meetings and developing a Vision for the future of the Boom
Site in partnership with the DNR, the Minnesota Department of Transportation, the National Park
Service and Washington County. The effort is being supported by a federal grant, and is called
"Restoring and Enhancing a National Historic Landmark."
Boom site logo design by Craig Parent; woodcut artwork by Jim Meyer