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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-09-06 HPC MINHERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Sept. 6, 1995 Present: Chairman Jeff Johnson Katherine Francis, Robert Kimbrel, Howard Lieberman, Jay Michels, Brent Peterson and Roger Tomten Others: Steve Russell, Community Development Director; Susan Fitzgerald, planning Absent: Todd Remington Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. LpprQyal of minutes, Mr. Kimbrel, seconded by Ms. Francis, moved approval of the minutes of the Aug. 7 meeting; all in favor. Qlase__ No. _ DR195-1 3. Design review for sign program for Stillwater Yacht Club, 422 E. Mulberry St. Doug Knutson, applicant. Paul Hildebrandt appeared representing the applicant. Mr. Russell said it would be helpful to have more information regarding the site, the signage and location of the signage so the commission has an approved plan on record. It was agreed the applicant should take photos of the existing signs and locate the signs on a site map indicating dimension, colors, and use. Mr. Johnson, seconded by Ms. Francis, moved to continue the review until the October meeting; all in favor. Q-u.Q No._ DRISUBC95-fi4. Design review of lighting, signage, landscaping and fencing for Schoonover Body Works, 2000 Curve Crest Blvd. Jim Kellison, applicant. A representative of the Kellison Company appeared regarding the request. He said he had seen the staff report and thought all the concerns have been addressed. Mr. Russell noted that only one sign is allowable, while two are proposed - - a 9x4 monument sign, along with an internally illuminated sign on the building. Mr. Tomten expressed his concern about the use of wall pack security lights over several doorways. He urged the applicant to choose the fixtures carefully; he said he would like to see the box -type fixtures rather than the standard wall pack fixtures. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Mr. Kimbrel moved approval, modifying condition of approval No. 5 to allow either a monument sign or wall signage; all in favor. -Qase No. DR/SUPL05-60. Design review for a 20-unit townhouse project on West Orleans Street, east of Benson Boulevard. Lonnie Kornovich, applicant. Mr. Russell noted there has been considerable opposition to the project; two public meetings have been held with the developer. The property is zoned RCM; 28 units would be allowable. The proposal meets parking requirements. 4,000 square feet of open space is required for the project. The applicant has indicated he would be willing to construct a fence as requested by neighbors. Mr. Russell suggested that one larger play area might be more appropriate, rather than the small play areas as shown on the plan. He also recommended that the city look at a sidewalk program for the entire area, considering the activity associated with Benson Park and Lily Lake. Mr. Lieberman and Mr. Michels both spoke in favor of the larger, common green space, rather than the small play areas behind each unit. Regarding lighting and signage, Mr. Kornovich said the intent is to keep the _a project as residential looking as possible. Proposed materials include maintenance free siding, with a stucco band. Colors would be earth tones, with white for accent. He also said he would prefer that the units have individual trash receptacles, to be stored in the garage, rather than common trash enclosures. Mr. Russell also pointed out that the city of Stillwater owns a piece of right-of-way behind the Courage Center which would be used to accommodate drainage for the project. Several commission members expressed their concern about the drainage and a ponding area and suggested drainage issues should be reviewed by engineers. Several neighboring property owners were in attendance. Their primary concerns centered on fencing and the play areas as proposed behind each unit. Mr. Michels suggested the developer look at terracing along the east side to achieve a larger, more usable space for a common play area/open space. One of the neighbors inquired about the possibility of planting evergreens along the north side of the fence, as well as extending the fence into the city -owned right-of-way area and angling the fence over to the neighbor's. There was some discussion as to what action the HPC should take. Mr. Michels suggested any action seemed preliminary since there are lots of details missing and lots of options available to solve problems and concerns. Members also expressed a concern that they hadn't seen elevation plans or building materials. colors, etc. Mr. Kornovich asked the HPC to consider giving concept approval so he can begin to work on the details. Mr. Johnson moved concept approval with the additional conditions that there be no common trash enclosures; that the developer investigate the possibility of a retaining wall and terracing along the east to accommodate a common play area; that fencing be provided along all three sides and extended to the property line along the north and south; that a landscaping plan for the city -owned drainage/ponding area be submitted. In the ensuing- discussion, it was agreed to add the condition that elevation plans be submitted, along with colors and materials and landscaping plan. Mr. Kimbrel seconded the motion; all in favor. Mr. Michels reiterated a concern abut the amount of blacktopping in the center of the project. Mr. Tomten recommended that the developer look at coordinating the building and fencing materials. Members agreed to recommend that the city consider doing sidewalk improvements for the area. CaseNQ, ❑R/95-_1 6. Design review for exterior modifications at 114 N. Main St. Mark Balay, applicant. Mr. Balay and business owner Gail Roettger were present for the discussion. The building won't be purchased until next year, so modifications will be done in two phases, they said. Drawings were submitted indicating paint colors, window modifications and signage. The existing awning will be reskined, in colors to match the building paint colors. Mr. Peterson, seconded by Mr. Michels, moved approval with no conditions; all in favor. Qa5Q No. DRl95-17. Design review for exterior modifications and signage for Savories at 108 N. Main St. Mark Balay, applicant. Mr. Balay provided samples of the material and color for the proposed awning(s). Modifications are needed due to the business having been expanded, creating a problem identifying the business entry. Savories is located in an infill building, a one-story structure between two two-story buildings. The request was to install three awnings on the front of the building -- one above the entrance, and two spanning windows on both sides of the door. Also requested was a sidewalk planter and wall - mounted light fixtures to identify the entry. Most of the discussion centered on the awnings. Mr. Balay said the intent is to use the awnings to identify his client's lease space. Mr. Johnson noted the difficulty of having a retail business in two separate buildings, but he said he preferred that the buildings be treated as separate structures. Mr. Kimbrel and Mr. Lieberman agreed the awning should be over the doorway only. Mr. Tomten and Mr. Michels both spoke in favor of the plan as proposed. Mr. Johnson also noted the requested light sconces are really on the other building; he suggested lowering an existing light to achieve the desired improvement in business identification. Mr. Kimbrel moved to approve the request allowing the awning at the entrance only, allowing the planter, eliminating the light sconces in favor of extending the existing fixture, and providing the option of the existing signage or signage on the new awning. Mr. Johnson seconded the motion. Vote was 5-2, with Mr. Tomten and Mr. Michels voting no. Case__ No. _. D R/8Q PI95-71 ._ Design review for a 52-unit motel at 2200 W_ Frontage Road. Rodney L. Lindquist, ETC Enterprises Inc., applicant. Mr. Lindquist was present and provided samples of the exterior building materials and colors and explained the exterior lighting plan. Signage will be a 25-foot pylon sign. Mr. Russell said the signage meets requirements, but he suggested a treatment of the sign similar to what has been done at the Market Place development. Mr. Michels suggested picking up the features of the carport in the treatment of the sign. Mr. Johnson suggested installing more windows on the primary elevation (south) to give the elevation more of a front look to the building. It was also suggested that pyramidal landscaping on the corners might break up the large wall surface as proposed. Mr. Tomten, seconded by Ms. Francis, moved approval with the additional conditions regarding the glass treatment at the south elevation of the building, and the treatment of the pylon sign -- rock/masonry base, with the pole picking up the design elements of the building. All in favor. Old Post Office rehabilitation. Mr. Balay and new building owner David Hurley briefly went through Mr. Hurley's plans to convert the attic of the building to a residency. Mr. Balay said the project is not a tax credit project. He said there may be some roof windows installed on the east and west elevations but no other changes; a dormer -type change made be done on the north elevation. Mr. Johnson agreed that the primary concern is with the south and west elevations; the east and north elevations are not as significant. Disoasion of UBC stor2ap, ,cite. Mr. Russell prefaced this discussion with a slide presentation showing different views of and from the site. Present for the discussion were developers Peter, Paul and Bill Gerrard, Bob Nagle and Don Jacobson. Mr. Nagle of Architectural Design Consultants went through some very preliminary plans for the proposed development - - a four-story, 100-unit condominium project and three -level parking structure (the lower level would be for city use). The recording secretary left at 11:15 p.m.