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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-05-01 HPC MINHERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION May 1, 1995 Present: Jeff Johnson, chairman Katherine Francis, Robert Kimbrel, Howard Lieberman, Jay Michels, Brent Peterson, and Roger Tomten Others: Steve Russell, community development director Absent: Todd Remington Mr. Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Tomten, moved to approve the minutes of the April 3, 1995, meeting. All in favor. Case No. PR/DR 95-34 Design Review for a 5,505 square -foot retail building at 402 N. Main in the Downtown Plan Area. Kellison Co., applicant Mr. Kellison appeared regarding the request. He showed an architectural rendering of the design proposal. Mr. Tomten asked about the materials. Mr. Kellison said the lower half of the building would be brick, with the remainder 1 or 2-inch corrugated metal siding, similar to Staples Mill. Mr. Peterson asked whether the trash area in the rear of the building would be blocked from view. Mr. Kellison said he would be happy to stipulate that the trash area be fully enclosed if it is visible. Mr. Kellison said the building will be leased out. He said details regarding outside amenities and signage would be provided after receiving input from future tenants. Mr. Johnson noted that one sign per street elevation is allowable, so there are several signage possibilities all within the guidelines. Mr. Kimbrel moved approval as condition. Mr. Johnson asked that the motion be amended to include that the trash area be enclosed. Mr. Michels seconded the amended motion. Mr. Tomten expressed his concern that the brick be wrapped around the north elevation to the back corner. Mr. Kimbrel's motion was withdrawn. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Ms. Francis, moved approval with the additional conditions that the trash area be enclosed and that the lower brick be wrapped around the north elevation of the building. All in favor. CasNo.__ SUP/DR/95-28. Design Review for a popcorn wagon/outside sales in the vacant lot on the northwest corner of Water and Chestnut streets in the Downtown Plan Area. Julie Eiklenborg, applicant. Laura Eiklenborg appeared regarding the request. She said a roof has been added for protection from the weather and from vandalism. She also said she would like additional signage, "Laura's Popcorn Wagon," in red and white lettering, on the wagon She also said she had talked to the two chambers of commerce regarding brochures and general information which she will have available for customers. Mr. Kimbrel moved approval as conditioned. Mr. Tomten seconded the motion; all in favor. Gorse No. SUP/DR/95-33. Design Review for a -retail-- kitchen, office and entertainment complex at 301 N. Second St. in the Downtown Plan Area. Richard Anderson, applicant. Mr. Anderson and Mr. Mark Balay appeared regarding the request. Mr. Balay said the project would be completed in several phases. The first phase is for the kitchen facilities and small deli in the current UBC retail area. Mr. Kimbrel asked about the window space. Mr. Balay said there would be no new windows. Proposed signage is a replica of the old Grand Cafe sign. It was noted that street frontages are available and signage as proposed is within the guidelines. Mr. Peterson, seconded by Mr. Tomten, moved approval as conditioned. Al in favor. Case No. DR/95-8. Design Review of a storefront renovation at 221 Chestnut St. T.J. Wilson, applicant. Ms. Wilson said the intent is to give the building a look in keeping with neighboring storefronts. The first floor windows will be enlarged, with decorative panels above. The painted surface will be flat blue with green, similar to the existing trim. Much of the discussion centered on the transom height. The use of glass paneling and removal of the existing peak was suggested. It was agreed that the west side of the building could be left pretty much as is, with perhaps one small window. Mr. Tomten drew some possible designs of the transom area; Ms. Wilson said her original design proposal looked very much like what the commission was suggesting. Ms. Wilson said she has a tenant who wants to move in within 30 days. Because of Ms. Wilson's timeline, it was agreed to allow her to submit a revised design plan, along with finalized colors and signage (1 projecting sign is allowed) for review by staff and Mr. Tomten. Mr. Johnson made that in the form of a motion, seconded by Ms. Francis. All in favor. North Hill Survey Norene Roberts appeared before the commission to give an update on the North Hill Survey. She spoke of the difficulty of doing a survey of buildings which pre -date the Sanborn Insurance Maps, as there is little information that is accurately footnoted. Due to the weather and a planned move, she is running about three weeks behind schedule, she said. The photos will be available about mid -June. The preliminary draft was supposed to have been completed by June 1. However, Ms. Roberts said she would feel more comfortable if that was extended to June 15 or the end of June. The final draft deadline is the end of July and all work needs to be completed by Sept. 30, the end of the fiscal year. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Lieberman, moved to extend the deadline for the preliminary draft to June 15. Commission members asked whether they could be of any assistance in doing research. Brent Peterson volunteered to go through the fire list records. Demolition Permit There was a discussion regarding the earlier recommendation that the city establish a Demolition Permit process. Mr. Johnson said River Town Restoration has reviewed the issue and provided comments. Mr. Russell said some criteria needs to be established to set the process in motion. It was agreed that age of the structure -- 50 years or older -- would be a good starting point. Mr. Russell asked whether permits should involve an application process and review by the HPC, possibly the Planning Commission, and City Council. It was agreed that there should be an application and review process. Mr. Russell will have a draft ordinance ready for the June meeting. Other business Mr. Russell said the city will be submitting written comments regarding the final EIS for the new St. Croix River crossing. He said there is some misconception on what was agreed to regarding the existing list bridge. No decision has been made regarding the old bridge at this point. Members agreed to make the following Preservations Awards: the Depot -- new construction; J.P. Laskin -- restoration, signage; Commander Elevator -- renovation/reuse. Ms. Francis was concerned about giving awards to the same people. She wanted the 1994 award winners noted for the record: St. Croix Designs -- best pure renovation; Architectural Antiques - best facade; Kilty building -- best application of new development; Wrap & Ship -- best new design. Mr. Kimbrel seconded by Mr. Lieberman, moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 p.m.; all in favor. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary