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Heritage Preservation Commission
Notice of Meeting
July 5, 2006
The City of Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission will meet on Wednesday, July
5 2006, at 7 p m in the Council Chambers of Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth
Street
AGENDA
1 CALL TO ORDER
2 APPROVAL OF JUNE 5, 2006 MINUTES
3 PUBLIC HEARINGS
3 01 MAINSTREAM DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP - CASE NO DEM/06-04
(continued from June 5 2006) Consideration of a request for a demolition
permit for the Maple Island Hardware building located at 225 North Main
Street
4 NEW BUSINESS
4 01 DONALD EMPSON
Report to the Commission on the Final Phase of Architectural Study
5 DESIGN REVIEWS
5 01 VALLEY RIDGE SHOPPING CENTER - CASE NO DR/06-26
Design review of a proposed expansion of Valley Ridge Shopping Center
by approximately 9,000 square feet Property located at 1250 Frontage
Road West
5 02 CHURCH OF ST MICHAEL'S — CASE NO DR/06-27
Design review of proposed replacement signage for Church of St
Michael's located at 611 South 3rd Street
5 03 STELLA'S — CASE NO DR/06-28
Design review of proposed signage for Stella s located at 216 South Main
Street
5 04 ACCENTS PAOLA — CASE NO DR/06-29
Design review of proposed signage for Accents Paola located at 1400
Frontage Road
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5 05 STONE'S RESTAURANT — CASE NO DR/06-30
Design review of proposed signage for Stone s Restaurant located at 324
South Main Street
5 06 MAINSTREAM DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP — CASE NO DR/06-19
Design review of revised proposal for 227 North Main Street
6 OTHER BUSINESS
6 01 Status report on Northern Vineyards
6 02 Demolition application form
7 ADJOURN
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City of Stillwater
Heritage Preservation Commission
June 5 2006
Present Howard Lieberman Chairman Phil Eastwood Ken Harycki Jeff Johnson Larry
Nelson Brent Peterson (7 25 p m) Roger Tomten and Scott Zahren
Others Community Development Director Bill Turnblad and Planner Mike Pogge
Mr Lieberman called the meeting to order at 7 p m
Approval of minutes Mr Johnson seconded by Mr Tomten moved approval of the minutes of
May 1 2006 as submitted Motion passed unanimously
Public Hearings
Case No DEM/06-04 Consideration of a request from Mainstream Development Partnership
LLC for the demolition of the Maple Island Hardware building at 225 N Main St in the CBD
Central Business District Mainstream Development Partnership LLC applicant
Representing the applicant were Vern Stefan and Tim Stefan Mr Lieberman noted the question
is whether the structure in question qualifies as being of historically or potentially historical
significance He noted that any building over 50 years old or on the National Register meets
that definition The applicant had submitted affidavits from two former Maple Island plant
managers and Sanborn maps from 1956 and 1961 in arguing that the building is less than 50
years old and would not require a demolition permit Tim Stefan said he had been unable to
determine an exact date the structure which enclosed the three outside milk delivery lanes was
completed Mr Stefan said the best piece of information relates to the date of the installation of
the weigh station in 1961 Mr Johnson pointed out that the 1956 Sanborn map indicates the
footprint of a structure that matches exactly what is there now Mr Johnson also suggested that
the affidavits provided were not of much help as neither person provided information as to when
the structure was built
Mr Lieberman opened the public hearing Don Empson 1206 N Second St noted that the
1956 Sanborn map indicates the structure was built He said he had talked with Bob Thompson
and Anita Buck both of whom remember that the building in question was in existence as early
as 1952 He stated he had located a building permit for Maple Island Farm to construct an
addition in 1944 which would be the building in question Mr Empson also produced a copy of
an Oct 1 1944 newspaper article about Maple Island s plans to build a new receiving unit
Richard Kilty 118 W Oak St questioned the historical significance of a former milk receiving
drive-thru
No other comments were received and the hearing was closed Mr Lieberman noted that if a
structure is older than 50 years the Commission is obligated to follow the nine steps in the
City s demolition permit process Mr Johnson said Mr Empson's material indicates that the
structure is over 50 years old and thus needs to be looked at under the demolition permit
process Tim Stefan agreed to stipulate that the exterior facade of the building is more than 50
years old, however he noted that the east and southern portions as well as the roof have been
significantly altered from the original Mr Stefan asked for a clarification of the 9 steps required
for a demolition permit It was suggested that data supporting the economic justification for the
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demolition request the alternatives to demolition and the advertisements of the structure for
sale/reuse were the steps most in need of additional information
Mr Eastwood moved to table consideration of the demolition request until the applicant provides
additional information regarding the economic justification alternatives to demolition and proof
of advertisement for sale Mr Johnson seconded the motion Mr Harycki noted that in the past
two demolition requests there has been difficulty establishing the age of a structure and asked
whether the Commission should have a qualified historian to assist in the process Mr Tomten
questioned going through all the steps in the process when in the end it requires a leap to find
a milk receiving drive -though and truck garage as historically significant and incorporating the
existing facade would look horrible Mr Johnson said the fact that the structure is over 50
years old obligates the Commission to look at the request according to the ordinance Mr
Johnson agreed that it may not be desirable to incorporate the facade into the new development
— when the Commission has that information it can make that decision he said Mr Lieberman
agreed that the Commission needed to go through the steps to preserve the integrity of the
process Mr Stefan asked if someone from the Commission would be willing to work with him
so he can submit all the desired information Mr Johnson agreed to work with Mr Stefan
Motion to table the request passed unanimously
Design Reviews
Case No DR/06-19 Design review of a planned unit development for a mixed use retail office
and residential use with underground parking in the Central Business District located at 227 N
Main St Mainstream Development Partnership LLC applicant Continued from the May 1
2006 meeting
Present were Tim Stefan and Vern Stefan Tim Stefan said that in response to the discussion at
the May meeting their proposal had been altered and one floor removed He provided various
models of the building with various roof styles He also provided some samples of the proposed
building materials The first floor of the building would house retail uses with a recessed entry
from Main Street The second floor would house office use The second floor would feature 12
ceilings and clad windows The third floor would be utilized for four living units A gabled roof
would allow mechanicals to be hidden unlike a flat roof where mechanicals would have to be on
the roof Mr Stefan stated he preferred the gabled roof and Commission members agreed Mr
Stefan also noted that they are requesting a variance to the 10 percent infill height regulation
According to the infill regulations the height would be limited to 10 percent of the adjacent
building or 32 3 they are proposing a building 37 3 in height
Mr Johnson spoke to some of the revisions made by the applicant in response to the
Commission s comments at the May meeting Mr Lieberman agreed that many of the issues
raised at the previous meeting had been addressed and addressed well but he noted that given
the need for a variance the Commission can t approve the plans until that issue is resolved Mr
Lieberman moved to give concept approval to the revised plans and materials as being
consistent with the Downtown Design Guidelines with final resolution pending the outcome of
the demolition permit and height variance it also was stated that in giving concept approval the
Commission offers no opinion as to whether a demolition permit will be issued or height
variance granted Mr Eastwood seconded the motion motion passed unanimously
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June 5 2006
Case No DR/06-22 Design review of proposed signage change at 1960 Market Drive in the BP-
C Business Park Commercial District All -Bate Signs Kevin Gillette applicant
The applicant was not present Mr Tomten seconded by Mr Eastwood moved approval as
conditioned Mr Johnson clarified that the size of the signage has been reduced to 30 square
feet to be in conformance with the Sign Ordinance Motion to approve as conditioned passed
unanimously
Case No DR/06-23 Design review of proposed signage at 1421 Stillwater Blvd in the BP-C
Business Park Commercial Distnct Max Pittman Wilderness Wireless Inc applicant
The applicant was present He stated the signage will not be illuminated Mr Johnson
seconded by Mr Nelson moved approval as conditioned with the additional condition that the
signage not be internally lighted Motion passed unanimously
Case No DR/06-24 Design review of proposed fuel center for Cub Foods at 1801 Market Drive
in the BP-C Business Park Commercial District Linda Fisher Larkin Hoffman Law Firm
representing the applicant
Present were Ms Fisher three representatives of SuperValu and staff from Westwood
Professional Services Mr Lieberman expressed his concern that the applicant was represented
by counsel and noted for the record that the Commission was not privy to representation by
counsel Ms Fisher explained that her expertise is in land use planning not litigation It was
agreed that Ms Fisher should do the presentation on behalf of the applicant
Ms Fisher explained what when the fuel center plan was first presented in January there was a
lack of coordination in design and building materials with the primary structure and the plans
went back to the drawing board to address the concerns heard at that time She presented the
revised design plans and new site plan The new plans reduce the number of fueling positions
from six to five The plans include a new landscaped island to separate the fueling center from
the parking lot which represents a 37 percent increase in parking lot green space The columns
of the fuel center are now masonry and of the same dusty rose color as the primary structure
No new monument or pylon signage is proposed she noted Ms Fisher also explained the
lighting proposal The lighting under the canopy will be flat recessed lenses The signage on
the canopy will be lighted with clam shell type fixtures the Cub Fuel Express canopy signs will
be red yellow and white to coordinate with the Cub Foods signage there also will be two LED -
pricing signs as proposed Ms Fisher said no additional lighting is proposed other than minor
changes relocation of several parking lot light standards
Mr Johnson and Mr Lieberman both complimented the applicant on changes made to address
the Commission's previous concerns Mr Lieberman seconded by Mr Johnson moved
approval as conditioned with the additional conditions that the canopy lighting be recessed flat
lenses that the signage on the canopy be externally lighted and there be no additional signage
Motion passed unanimously Mr Harycki asked if the City ordinances had any restrictions on
additional signage such as product signage Mr Turnblad said he wasn t sure but said he
would check
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Case No DR/06-25 Design review of an accessory dwelling unit at 420 W Linden St in the RB
Two Family Residential Distnct Kurt and Nancie Sesemann-Klitzke applicants
Mr Lieberman introduced new planner Mike Pogge who briefly reviewed the ordinance
regulations related to design review of accessory dwelling units in the RB zoning distract
Mr Johnson said he thought the proposed roof pitch of the new structure worked well with the
existing home He verified that the siding on the accessory unit would match that of the house
Mr Tomten asked if it would be possible to use double -hung sash rather than casement
windows the applicants responded that would not be an issue Mr Johnson asked about plans
for lighting the exterior of the accessory unit The applicants said if there is any lighting it would
be one outside light under the eave Mr Johnson noted that from an engineering standpoint, the
foundation will have to be designed as a retaining wall in the front
Mr Johnson moved approval as conditioned with the additional condition that double -hung
sash windows single or paired be utilized rather than casement windows and that there be no
exterior lighting on the accessory unit Mr Tomten asked that the motion clarify that exposed
rafter tails be utilized to match the primary residence Mr Johnson accepted that as an
amendment to his motion Mr Tomten seconded the motion motion passed unanimously
Other items
Request for monument at Atwood Sawmill — Kimberly Anez and several other Anez family
members were present Ms Anez asked that consideration be given to placing a plaque or
historical marker at the Atwood Sawmill site and recognize the two men who were killed when a
cyclone hit the sawmill site in July 1893 During the discussion Mr Peterson noted the site is
historic not because of the cyclone but because of the sawmill operations Mr Peterson noted
that there are many other sites that perhaps ought to have historical markers of some sort Mr
Peterson suggested instituting an historic marker program and having the Park Board and
Chamber of Commerce Historic District Committee review the proposal and make
recommendations as to what sites should be included Ms Anez was advised to take her
request to the City Council the following evenings Members agreed this request might be the
impetus to start some type of historic marker program
Mills on Main — Present were Dave May and architect Scott England Mr England asked for the
Commission s direction on the stain colors for the large retaining wall along Second Street
Three colors were given as options the Commission was unanimous in favoring the limestone
color shown
Regarding the rooftop penetrations, members agreed that painting the pipes the brown color
has helped the situation some Mr Johnson also noted the parapet flashing helps divert
attention from the pipes Mr England said landscaping along Second Street will likely be
installed by mid -July He provided renditions of what the plantings will look like to five and 10
years Mr England reviewed a number of options looked at to mask the rooftop penetrations
none of the options improved the situation — some it was felt drew more attention to the
penetrations
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Mr Eastwood seconded by Mr Peterson moved to direct the developers to complete the
treatment applied to a portion of the rooftop — cutting and painting the pipes the brown color Mr
Johnson asked if the elevator penthouse would be painted that will be done Mr May and Mr
England responded It was noted that the painting and installation of flashing distracts the eye
from the rooftop openings While not the best solution it does improve the situation It also was
noted that prior to the development those in the adjacent neighborhood had no view of the
river Motion to direct the developer to complete the cutting and painting of the penetrations
passed unanimously Mr Harycki noted there likely will be continued discussion of the issue at
the Council level
Demolition permit Mr Harycki raised the issue of the steps required to obtain a demolition
permit noting that in the last two requests there has been difficulty in determining the age of a
structure Mr Lieberman suggested preparing a list of approved historians to assist in that
aspect of the process Mr Eastwood like he would like clarification of the requirements for
providing financial information Mr Turnblad suggested that staff draft a policy for consideration
by the Commission and Council Mr Johnson asked if the applicant for the demolition permit for
the structure on Manning Avenue had submitted the requested additional information regarding
steps 5 and 9 of the permit that information has not yet been received it was noted
Preservation Alliance Award Mr Johnson suggested that the Commission nominate the Lift
Bridge as a candidate for the Preservation Alliance s Minnesota Preservation Award Mr
Johnson noted the bridge had been on the Alliances 10 most endangered structures for a
number of years and it has been a joint effort to preserve the bridge Mr Johnson seconded by
Mr Lieberman moved to submit a nomination for the lift bridge as a candidate for the
Minnesota Preservation Award Motion passed unanimously
Mr Tomten seconded by Mr Eastwood moved to adjourn at 10 p m Motion passed
unanimously
Respectfully submitted
Sharon Baker
Recording Secretary
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Il E B I FI T H P I A 9 F MINNFSOIA
DATE
APPLICANT Mainstream Development Partnership, LLC
REQUEST Demolition Permit
LOCATION 225 North Main Street
HPC PUBLIC HEARING DATE June 5, 2006 (continued to July 5, 2006)
PREPARED BY Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director
June 28, 2006
CASE NO 06-04 DEM
BACKGROUND
Mainstream Development Partnership, LLC is planning to develop a project referred to as 227
North Main Street This would represent the fmal phase of development on the former Maple
Island Plant site This phase relates to the hardware store property at 225 North Main Street
and the surface parking lot abutting it on the north side The proposed project is to demohsh
the hardware store, remove the parking lot and build in their place about a 39,000 square foot
mixed use building as follows
• 13,000 gross square feet of below grade parking for 21 vehicles
• 13,000 gross square feet of commercial space on the ground floor
• 13,000 gross square feet of office space on the second floor
SPECIFIC REQUEST
Mainstream Development Partnership is requesting a demolition permit for removal of
the existing building at 225 North Main Street
EVALUATION OF REQUEST
Chapter 34, Section 34-4 of the City Code states that "if buildings or structures are
determined by the community development director to be historic or potentially
historic, the application must be sent to the [heritage preservation] commission for
review Buildings or structures determined nonhistoric must be referred to the
building official for issuance of a demolition permit "
A "nonhistoric structure or building" is defined by Chapter 34, Section 34-2 as a
structure or buzldzng less than 50 years old
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The original application materials came to the conclusion that the hardware store
building at 225 North Main Street was less than 50 years old However, at the June 5
public hearing evidence was presented clearly showing that at least the west wall of the
building is more than 50 years old Moreover, during the subsequent discussion the
commissioners determined that three of the rune required demolition permit review
criteria were not satisfactorily addressed Specifically, more details were needed to
satisfy criteria 5, 8 and 9 of Ch 34-5, Subd 1 Consequently, the commission continued
the demolition discussion to the July 5, 2006 meeting
Criteria 5, 8 and 9 are
(5)
(8)
(9)
The reason for the proposed demolition and data supporting the reason,
including, where applicable, data sufficient to establish any economic
justification for demolition,
A description of alternatives to the demolition,
Evidence that the building or structure has been advertised for sale for
restoration or reuse and that sale for restoration or reuse is not economically
feasible
Mainstream Development Partnership has provided documentation on each of the three
criteria The conclusion of the attached document is that the aesthetic and historical
benefits derived from saving the west facade of the building are not significant enough
to justify the costs of saving it Those costs include lost revenue, the loss of valuable
space in the CBD, as well as the monetary costs of preserving the facade itself
Staff concurs with the applicant's conclusion
cc Tim Stefan
Vern Stefan
attachments Applicant letter
Demolition alternatives
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MAINSTREAM DEVELOPMENT, LLC
PO Box 610 Stillwater, MN 55082
City of Stillwater
Historic Preservation Commission
216 N Fourth Street
Stillwater MN 55082
Re Demolition Permit
Dear Commission members
27 June 2006
As a result of our June 5 meeting several items were left incomplete on our demolition permit application
The items and response is as follows
5 The reason for the proposed demolition and data supporting the reason including where applicable
data sufficient to establish any economic justification for demolition
Response
A Design
In our opinion at the outset of designing the new building we felt the over all design (from the bookstore to
the Winery) would be best served by providing a building mass complimentary to the creamery to the
south as well as a larger mass building toward the Mulberry and Main to offset the mass of the
neighboring structures at that intersection Another consideration in design decisions is the future of
Northern Vineyards We do not own that property and its future is not in our hands We do not know the
future plans the winery may have Saving the hardware store Main St elevation would make sense if the
winery Main St facade was required to be saved In our opinion the hardware store aesthetically benefits
from the winery elevation Conversely the winery elevation doesn t need the hardware store elevation
The winery could exist on its own with 3 equal bays and 4 equal pilasters creating a symmetrical elevation
The proposed floor plate (13 400 gsf) on the ground and second floor are a result of maximizing the site
within parameters to provide prospective tenants area they require The 2nd floor tenant currently exists
on 2 floors in 3 remote areas with a aggregate area of 8 500 gsf They require an additional 2 500 sf now
and proposed growth of 2 500 sf in the next 5 yrs The ground floor tenant requires a 10 000 gsf The CBD
has very little large floor plate buildings This structure creates more diversity in the ability to attract
businesses requiring a larger floor area
B Reuse Costs
The facade is a one story masonry load bearing wall resting on a strip footing The facade was probably
not designed to accept an additional floor To add an additional floor above the facade an additional steel
structure supporting the second floor would be built The additional structure would require 75 of
additional sheeting and piles driven adjacent to the facade requiring underpinning and isolation of the
facade footings We have not determined the most efficient method of creating a reliable foundation until
the design parameters are fully defined (to be determined by council and planning commission) All footing
applications will require sheeting underpinning and bracing to save the facade
Estimated cost to sheet underpin and brace the facade and a portion of the winery north wall 75 If
(Estimated cost is above the cost to demolish and back fill the facade area )
- Engineering Fee $ 7 500
- Mobilization (prorated) $ 5 000
- Sheeting to 6 75 If ($150/If) $11 250
- Underpinning 75 If ($250/If $18 750
Bracing $10 000
- Steel structure (beyond typ const) $35 000
- Demolition sensitive removal $ 5,000
Total $92 500
C Loss of Area
The loss of second floor area as portrayed in option B has a direct cost to MDP Net loss of revenue
assuming a sale of that floor at today market pricing would be 18 x46 or 828 sf x $58/sf (net revenue) = $
48 024 loss Limitations and reduction of area in the underground parking area would result in a net
savings to the development (approx 18 If of foundation wall) but a parking loss of 8 stalls
Total Estimated Cost for Reuse $ 140 524
8 Descnption of alternatives to the demolition and
2 options were studied option A looks at a strict interpretation of ordinance building codes and respect
for the historic classification of the existing structure on both the north and Main St elevations Option B
adds a 2 story structure to the north of the hardware store and a one story addition above the hardware
store and recessed from Main St Drawings are attached
9 Evidence that the building or structure has been advertised for sale for restoration or reuse and that
sale for restoration or reuse is not economically feasible
MDP has listed the property with Caldwell Banker since Nov 2005 Several inquiries have been made but
no offers tendered All inquiries questioned the ability to develop the site due to recent ordinance
limitations including the height overlay district infill requirements parking requirements and demolition
permits We can not single out demolition as the single limiting factor prohibiting sale or development of
the property
MDP LLC conclusion
The estimated cost for saving the Main St facade and Toss of revenue due to area reduction is relatively
small with in the total project budget It does represent an unanticipated cost that would strain the viability
of completing the project as currently designed The structure is a drive through garage built after the end
of the war with limiting architectural features that contribute to the historic district In our opinion it
represents a limitation that does not improve the project aesthetics leaving those observing the building
asking the question What were they thinking here?
Respectfully submitted
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Mainstream Development Partnership, LLC
Stefan Associates
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Empson Report
Designating Historic Homes and Historic Districts
Report to the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission
by Donald Empson, Consultant
July 2006
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND SUPPORT
AND NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
This project has been financed in part with Federal funds from the National
Park Service, Department of Interior, through the Minnesota Historical
Society under provisions of the National Historic Preservation Act as
amended However the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the
views or policies of the Department of the Interior, nor does the mention of
trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or
recommendation by the Department of the Interior
Under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the U S Department of Interior prohibits
discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, or handicap in its
federally assisted program If you believe you have been discriminated
against in any program activity, or facility as described above, or if you desire
further information, please write to Office of Equal Opportunity, U S
Department of the Interior, Washington, D C , 20240
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Services to be provided under this contract
1) Prepare a plan that be used to designate significant historic structures
within Stillwater [web based list]
2) Describe a plan that would best preserve the historic structures,
landscape and neighborhoods of Stillwater [Conservation district]
3) Recommend and document neighborhoods that might be eligible for
national or local designation as historic districts
In order to accomplish these services, it is expected that the consultant will
A) Review Stillwater's Historic Context Document and other historic
research conducted in Stillwater or this area
B) Evaluate the properties inventoried in previous surveys
C) Work with SHPO
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Designating Stillwater's Historic Houses and Districts
The purpose of identifying Stillwater's historic homes and districts is
A) To acknowledge and reward those owners who have preserved or restored
the integrity of their old houses
B) To serve as an educational tool that will inspire and encourage other
owners to preserve or restore the integrity of their old houses
C ) To preserve the historic neighborhoods —the defining characteristic of
Stillwater —to ensure that Stillwater maintains its identity and appeal as a
historic river city and tourist destination
The three sections of this report deal with
1 ) Heirloom Houses
2) Landmark Houses and Sites
3 ) Historic Districts
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Heirloom Houses
Because there is little staff or money available, administrative costs of
any historic houses designations process have to be kept at a minimum, and
any process must require a minimum of time Instead of the traditional
method of identifying homes, using plaques and nominations —which require
considerable and ongoing administrative support and H P C oversight —I
would like to suggest the following method
1 ) Creating a list of homes
a ) As the historical consultant, I have selected a list (attached) of
homes in Stillwater that have a fair amount of their original design elements
remaining The list represents a variety of house styles, large and small, that
are representative of nineteenth century Stillwater The owners of these
homes will have to be identified and sent a letter requesting their permission
to use a photograph of their house along with the address of the house
Information about the history of the house can be added to the photograph
b ) Attached is a sample letter to the homeowners explaining the
purpose in using their house, and further informing them that this is simply
a way of promoting the preservation of the older houses in Stillwater that
there are no financial rewards, no grants or tax reductions, nothing other
than the prestige of owning and maintaining an historic home in Stillwater
c) Once we have the permission of the owner, the H P C can work
with Diane Ward to expand the city's Heritage Preservation Web Page to
include the photographs, addresses, and histories under the name "Heirloom
Houses of Stillwater " Because some of the owners of the selected houses may
not respond, potential homeowners should continue to be contacted until we
have an excellent selection on the web site
2) Preservation Program
a ) The same web page should contain selected excerpts from the
various educational pamphlets on preserving an historic house, and have
them posted as a link on the web site Homeowners could then access
information of preserving/restoring their old house
b) Digital copies and an index to photographs of most of the old houses
in Stillwater that were taken in 1976 as a River Town Restoration project are
available Those could also be put on the web site so owners could see what
their house looked like 30 years ago
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c) Other links to restoration sites, including resources at the local
library, the magazine Old House Journal, for example, could be included
Resources for restoration could be linked in The neighborhood histories I
have written could be linked in
d) If there were staff or volunteers to do it, once a year someone could
drive around with a laptop computer and check to see if any of the houses
had been altered in such a way they should be removed from the web page
e) Homeowners would be invited to submit an alternate photo for their
house if they wished, or if a house has been restored, the homeowner could
submit a photograph for a first time inclusion If a homeowner wished to have
his house included on the site, there would be a brief application form on the
web site, and the H P C could make a determination to include it or not
f) The design guidelines for infill in the Conservation District could be
included as a link on the web page, and they in turn linked to the educational
material on the web site
g) The H P C could arrange a publicity bash announcing the web site,
its address could be included in the city newsletter, realtors would be urged
to use the information when selling one of these houses, tourists could be
encouraged to use the web site before a visit, etc etc
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Sample Letter to Homeowners for Heirloom Homes
Dear Mr and Mrs (name from the tax record)
The Heritage Preservation Commission of Stillwater is in the process of
selecting homes within the old part of Stillwater that best represent the various
architectural styles of the nineteenth century when Stillwater was a booming
lumber industry city Our main criteria are that the house retain many of its
original characteristics siding windows, doors, porches etc so that it accurately
represents the houses of that period a century ago We are interested in all the types
of old houses in Stillwater not just the large houses or lumber baron mansions, but
also the many workingman s houses and those houses built by the middle class of
that period
By selecting and identifying these "Heirloom Houses,' we hope to inform
other homeowners on what constitutes an "historic' house and encourage others to
preserve or restore the integrity of their home This, we beheve, will contribute to
the enhancement and preservation of the old neighborhoods for which Stillwater is
justly admired
With this criteria in mind, we have selected your house at
(address) as a typical example of a nineteenth century
Stillwater house that still has much of its original integrity With your permission
we would hke to take a digital photograph of the exterior of your house and put it
along with the address and a short history of your house (when we have it) on our
web page maintained by the city of Stillwater Your house along with the others,
would be designated a Stillwater Heirloom House "
Unfortunately at this time there are no financial advantages for you as the
owner of an Heirloom House on our web page There are no tax breaks, no grant
money available nothing more than the prestige and personal satisfaction that
owning an authentic Stillwater historic house might bring
If you have questions, please feel free to call or e mail (99 )
during the hours of
If you do agree to have your house used on our web site please sign below
and return this letter in the enclosed self addressed stamped envelope
I hereby give permission to the Heritage Preservation Commission of Stillwater to
post a photograph of my house on their city web page including the address and a
history of the house I understand I can revoke this permission at any time, and the
picture and information will be removed promptly
(signed)
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Sample Application Letter for "Heirloom House" Designation
(to be on the web site)
I would like to have the Heritage Preservation Commission of Stillwater
consider my house for designation on its web site as a Heirloom House of
Stillwater I understand there is no financial compensation for this
designation
Name
Address
Do you know the history of your home?
Why do you think your house should be included on the web site as a
Heirloom House?
Please submit this form to the Heritage Preservation Commission, (address,)
etc Thank you for your interest in our program If you would like to be
present at the discussion of your application, please check here and we
will notify you
If you have questions, please contact (9) at telephone/e mail
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Timeline for establishing the "Heirloom Home" program
1) H P C and staff, working with a consultant, agree on the terms of the
proposal Consultant submits a list of houses that would qualify, [Done]
2) H P C presents the proposal to the city council and receives their
permission to approach the homeowners,
3) Consultant works with city staff to outline, prepare web page,
4) H P C submits a news release in the local newspapers explaining the
program,
5) With the help of the consultant, the first letters to homeowners are
prepared and mailed out —along with a copy of the newspaper story When
permissions are received, consultant will prepare photo, history, and submit
to city staff for inclusion on the web page Photos may have to be taken by a
professional photographer
6) After a month or two of sending out the first batch of letters, consultant
will prepare another listing of potential houses —depending on how many
responded to the first letter —and letters will be sent to those homeowners,
7) Consultant will gather additional materials and links for the web page,
8) Within a year, hopefully, the web page would be up and running, fairly
complete
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List of Heirloom Homes
These approximately 370 homes have been selected because I felt they
had a strong sense of their original integrity —at least when viewed from one
selected angle Some of them have been restored, others have suffered from
neglect I felt it important that as many houses as possible be identified so
their owners were rewarded for even the minimum restoration efforts they
had made, as well as trying to include the owners in the overall preservation
community Anyone could question any one of these selections, and indeed, I
could probably question myself over any one of these selections But I believe
most people would agree with most of my selections
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Anderson St W
Anderson St W
Anderson St W
Anderson St W
Anderson St W
Anderson St W
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Broadway
Burlington
Burlington
Burlington
Burlington
Burlington
Burlington
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s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
St E
St E
St E
St E
St E
St E
0705
0711
0712
0723
0804
0823
1012
1110
1116
1204
1812
2007
2016
0430
0437
0438
0441
0445
0515
0516
0521
0607
0615
0620
0654
0660
0103
0201
0207
0311
0319
0608
Cherry St E 0110
Cherry St E 0113
Cherry St
Cheiry St
Cherry St
Cherry St
Cherry St
0111
0118
0204
0212
0221
Cherry St W 0451
Chestnut St E
Chestnut St E
Chestnut St E
Chestnut St E
Chestnut St E
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Churchill St
Elm Street
Elm Street
Elm Street
Elm Street
Elm Street
Elm Street
Elm Street
Elm Street
Elm Street
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
Everett St
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
0120
0205
0208
0220
0225
0319
0404
0416
0424
0505
0514
0521
0611
0615
0702
0706
0709
0719
0805
0912
0213
0214
0313
0321
0412
0422
0502
0522
0621
0110
0116
0126
0202
0208
0210
0219
0222
0228
0231
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Everett St N 0502
Everett St N 0515
Everett St N 0920
Everett St N 0924
Fifth Avenue S 0918
Fifth Avenue S 1023
Fifth Avenue S 1319
Fifth Street N 0301
Fifth Street N 0512
Fifth Street N 0602
Fifth Street N 0610
Fifth Street N 0611
Fifth Street N 0626
Fifth Street N 0816
Fifth Street N 1003
Fifth Street N 1015
Fifth Street N 1016
Fifth Street S 0206
Fifth Street S 0225
Fifth Street S 0309
Fifth Street S 0516
Fifth Street S 0712
Fifth Street S 0718
Fifth Street S 0804
Fifth Street S 0824
Fifth Street S 0908
Fifth Street S 0921
Fifth Street S 1003
Fifth Street S 1016
Fifth Street S 1104
Fifth Street S 1124
Fifth Street S 1209
Fifth Street S 1316
Fifth Street S 1426
First Street N 1011
First Street N 1015
First Street N 1016
First Street N 1024
First Stieet N 1104
First Street N 1109
First Street N 1120
First Street N 1214
First Street N 1304
First Street N 1406
First Street N 1908
First Street N 1924
First Street S 0703
First Street S 0704
First Street S 0709
First Street S 0711
First Street S 0717
First Street S 0720
First Street S 0915
First Street S 0917
First Street S 0919
First Street S 0923
First Street S 1002
First Street S 1007
First Street S 1013
First Street S 1103
First Street S 1104
First Street S 1108
First Street S 1112
First Street S 1204
First Street S 1205
First Street S 1212
First Street S 1214
First Street S 1217
First Street S 1226
First Street S 1303
First Street S 1312
First Street S 1318
First Street S 1321
First Street S 1322
First Street S 1325
First Street S 1334
First Street S 1336
First Street S 1340
First Street S 1346
Fourth Avenue S 1006
Fourth Avenue S 1030
Empson Report
Fourth Avenue S 1213
Fourth Avenue S 1222
Fourth Avenue S 1312
Fourth Avenue S 1316
Fourth Street N 0303
Fourth Street N 0306
Fourth Street N 0314
Fourth Street N 0320
Fourth Street N 0402
Fourth Street N 0410
Fourth Street N 0414
Fourth Street N 0420
Fourth Street N 0424
Fourth Street N 0503
Fourth Street N 0604
Fourth Street N 0614
Fourth Street N 0701
Fourth Street N 0703
Fourth Street N 0713
Fourth Street N 0718
Fourth Street N 0806
Fourth Street N 0820
Fourth Street N 0821
Fourth Street N 0903
Fourth Street N 0906
Fourth Street N 0921
Fourth Street N 1112
Fourth Street N 1117
Fourth Street N 1410
Fourth Street S 0117
Fourth Street S 0119
Fourth Street S 0316
Fourth Street S 0424
Fourth Street S 0518
Fourth Street S 0601
Fourth Street S 0604
Fourth Street S 0607
Fourth Street S 0713
Fourth Street S 0715
Fourth Street S 0719
Fourth Street S 0807
Fourth Street S 0816
Fourth Street S 0817
Fourth Street S 0820
Fourth Street S 0916
Fourth Street S 1010
Fourth Street S 1022
Fourth Street S 1112
Fourth Street S 1206
Fourth Street S 1222
Fourth Street S 1303
Fourth Street S 1309
Fourth Street S 1312
Greeley St N 0118
Greeley St N 0126
Greeley St N 0213
Greeley St N 0214
Greeley St N 0225
Greeley St N 0304
Greeley St N 0308
Greeley St N 0312
Greeley St N 0401
Greeley St N 0408
Greeley St N 0416
Greeley St N 0420
Greeley St N 0424
Greeley St N 0504
Greeley St S 0212
Greeley St S 0401
Greeley St S 0407
Greeley St S 0413
Greeley St S 0701
Greeley St S 0914
Greeley St S 1006
Hancock St W 0421
Harriet St N 0115
Harriet St N 0122
Harriet St N 0212
Harriet St N 0216
Harriet St N 0224
Harriet St S 0102
Empson Report
Harriet St S 0105 Laurel St W 0313
Harriet St S 0112 Laurel St W 0317
Harriet St S 0414 Laurel St W 0318
Harriet St S 0418 Laurel St W 0320
Harriet St S 0513 Laurel St W 0321
Laurel St W 0323
Hazel St W 0101 Laurel St W 0401
Laurel St W 0404
Hickory St W 0302 Laurel St W 0406
Hickory St W 0308 Laurel St W 0407
Hickory St W 0312 Laurel St W 0408
Hickory St W 0314 Laurel St W 0417
Hickory St W 0318 Laurel St W 0423
Hickory St W 0319 Laurel St W 0424
Hickory St W 0323 Laurel St W 0501
Hickory St W 0404 Laurel St W 0502
Hickory St W 0406 Laurel St W 0506
Hickory St W 0410 Laurel St W 0509
Hickory St W 0504 Laurel St W 0515
Hickory St W 0512 Laurel St W 0516
Hickory St W 0520 Laurel St W 0519
Hickory St W 0522 Laurel St W 0522
Hickory St W 0622 Laurel St W 0527
Hickory St W 0703 Laurel St W 0601
Hickory St W 0709 Laurel St W 0702
Hickory St W 0712 Laurel St W 0706
Hickory St W 0718 Laurel St W 0712
Hickory St W 0823 Laurel St W 0716
Hickory St W 0917 Laurel St W 0912
Holcombe St S 0122 Linden St E 0114
Holcombe St S 0136 Linden St E 0115
Holcombe St S 0316
Holcombe St S 0320 Linden St W 0117
Holcombe St S 0418 Linden St W 0122
Holcombe St S 0510 Linden St W 0217
Holcombe St S 0705 Linden St W 0407
Holcombe St S 1016 Linden St W 0410
Linden St W 0411
Laurel St E 0107 Linden St W 0424
Linden St W 0614
Laurel St W 0215 Linden St W 0703
Laurel St W 0222 Linden St W 0717
Laurel St W 0309
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Maple St W 0212
Maple St W 0218
Maple St W 0316
Maple St W 0317
Maple St W 0319
Maple St W 0323
Maple St W 0324
Maple St W 0408
Maple St W 0409
Maple St W 0410
Maple St W 0415
Maple St W 0418
Maple St W 0502
Maple St W 0506
Maple St W 0522
Maple St W 0603
Maple St W 0604
Maple St W 0607
Maple St W 0614
Maple St W 0615
Maple St W 0616
Maple St W 0619
Maple St W 0620
Maple St W 0621
Maple St W 0701
Maple St W 0703
Maple St W 0707
Maple St W 0714
Maple St W 0715
Maple St W 0719
Maple St W 0814
Maple St W 0815
Maple St W 0819
Maple St W 0901
Maple St W 0902
Maple St W 0916
Marsh Street E 0205
Martha St N 0121
Martha St N 0125
Martha St N 0126
Martha St N 0201
Martha St N 0202
Martha St N 0207
Martha St N 0209
Martha St N 0210
Martha St N 0215
Martha St N 0218
Martha St N 0219
Martha St N 0224
Martha St N 0228
Martha St N 0232
Martha St N 0238
Martha St N 0702
Martha St N 0712
Martha St N 0714
Martha St N 0720
Martha St N 0724
Martha St N 1322
Martha St N 1422
Martha St S 0114
Martha St S 0414
Martha St S 0505
Martha St S 0511
Mulberry St W 0406
Mulberry St W 0414
Mulberry St W 0415
Mulberry St W 0422
Mulberry St W 0424
Mulberry St W 0504
Mulberry St W 0704
Mulberry St W 0718
Mulberry St W 0817
Mulberry St W 1109
Myrtle St E 0109
Myrtle St W 0115
Myrtle St W 0117
Myrtle St W 0221
Myrtle St W 0301
Myrtle St W 0315
Myrtle St W 0320
Myrtle St W 0321
Myrtle St W 0424
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Myrtle St W 0513 Olive St W 0713
Myrtle St W 0617 Olive St W 0717
Myrtle St W 0618 Olive St W 0721
Myrtle St W 0717 Olive St W 0804
Myrtle St W 0719 Olive St W 0809
Myrtle St W 0804 Olive St W 0813
Myrtle St W 0808 Olive St W 0814
Myrtle St W 0917 Olive St W 1001
Myrtle St W 1018 Olive St W 1007
Oak St W 0507
Oak St W 0517
Oak St W 0518
Oak St W 0522
Oak St W 0606
Oak St W 0703
Oak St W 0704
Oak St W 0717
Oak St W 0721
Oak St W 0724
Oak St W 0824
Oak St W 1008
Oak St W 1015
Oak St W 1118
Olive St W 1018
Olive St W 1203
Olive St W 1211
Olive St W 1212
Owens St N 0104
Owens St N 0112
Owens St N 0115
Owens St N 0118
Owens St N 0125
Owens St N 0126
Owens St N 0204
Owens St N 0214
Owens St N 0230
Owens St N 0301
Owens St N 0302
Olive St W 0117 Owens St N 0312
Olive St W 0220 Owens St N 0315
Olive St W 0303 Owens St N 0404
Olive St W 0306 Owens St N 0409
Olive St W 0315 Owens St N 0416
Olive St W 0318 Owens St N 0420
Olive St W 0332 Owens St N 0423
Olive St W 0406 Owens St N 0424
Olive St W 0504 Owens St N 0505
Olive St W 0510 Owens St N 0513
Olive St W 0518 Owens St N 0618
Olive St W 0519 Owens St N 0704
Olive St W 0601 Owens St N 0716
Olive St W 0602 Owens St N 0813
Olive St W 0609 Owens St N 0820
Olive St W 0613 Owens St N 0823
Olive St W 0617 Owens St N 1114
Olive St W 0622
Olive St W 0623 Owens St S 0108
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Owens St
Owens St
Owens St
Owens St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Pine St
Rice Street
Rice Street
Rice Street
Rice Street
Rice Street
S
S
S
S
E
E
E
School St E
School St W
School St W
School St W
0109
0118
0121
0415
0109
0119
0123
0407
0411
0415
0421
0422
0429
0504
0506
0519
0520
0604
0620
0703
0704
0717
0718
0728
0801
0811
0821
0901
0904
0917
School St W 0118
Schulenburg Alley
Schulenburg Alley
Schulenburg Alley
Schulenburg Alley
2011
2017
2023
2103
Second St N 0302
Second St N 0320
Second St N 0516
Second St N 1003
Second St N 1007
Second St N 1008
Second St N 1101
Second St N 1106
Second St N 1111
Second St N 1116
Second St N 1124
Second St N 1901
Second St S O437
Second St S 0509
Second St S 0516
Second St S 0517
Second St S 0520
Second St S 0655
Second St S 0663
Second St S 0704
Second St S 0708
Second St S 0712
Second St S 0717
Second St S 0806
Second St S 0808
0426 Second St S 0814
0612 Second St S 0815
0618 Second St S 0819
0619 Second St S 0822
0620 Second St S 0903
Second St S 0904
0116 Second St S 0905
Second St S 0910
0102 Second St S 0914
0108 Second St S 0915
0114 Second St S 1004
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Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Second
Seventh
Seventh
Seventh
Seventh
Seventh
Seventh
Seventh
Seventh
Seventh
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St
St S
St S
St S
St S
St S
St S
St S
St S
St S
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
Sherburne St
ZZ ZZZZZ Z ZZZ
1007
1008
1012
1018
1102
1111
1112
1214
1215
1218
1224
1304
1305
1311
1312
1323
1330
1337
1338
1341
0702
0715
0719
0722
0812
0817
0923
1013
1017
0104
0106
0110
0121
0126
0203
0212
0225
0233
0307
0317
Sherburne St S 0106
Sherburne St S 0114
Sherburne St S 0118
Shelburne St S 0415
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth Avenue S
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Sixth
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
Street S
0812
0816
0822
0907
0911
0915
0919
0924
0931
1002
1342
1346
0102
0108
0116
0121
0122
0201
0207
0211
0212
0302
0310
0318
0326
0330
0402
0411
0418
0428
0432
0504
0512
0522
0715
0719
0810
0813
0902
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Sixth Street S 0916 Third Street N 1120
Sixth Street S 1004 Third Street N 1124
Sixth Street S 1211 Third Street N 1203
Sixth Street S 1215 Third Street N 1207
St Croix St E 0203
St Croix St W 0210
St Croix St W 0215
St Croix St W 0314
St Croix St W 0518
Stillwater St E 0204
Stillwater St E 0214
Stillwater St W 0214
Stillwater St W 0220
Stillwater St W 0314
Sycamore St W 0302
Sycamore St W 0306
Sycamore St W 0402
Sycamore St W 0510
Third Street S 0916
Third Street N 0219
Third Street N 0411
Third Street N 0415
Third Street N 0419
Third Street N 0423
Third Street N 0424
Third Street N 0517
Third Street N 0518
Third Street N 0703
Third Street N 0713
Third Street N 0718
Third Street N 0721
Third Street N 0722
Third Street N 0804
Third Street N 0805
Third Street N 0903
Third Street N 0920
Third Street N 1022
Third Street S 0302
Third Street S 0315
Third Street S 0324
Third Street S 0400
Third Street S 0402
Third Street S 0505
Third Street S 0509
Third Street S 0519
Third Street S 0618
Third Street S 0622
Third Street S 0628
Third Street S 0712
Third Street S 0718
Third Street S 0804
Third Street S 0805
Third Street S 0807
Third Street S 0808
Third Street S 0811
Third Street S 0814
Third Street S 0822
Third Street S 0906
Third Street S 0907
Third Street S 0913
Third Street S 0918
Third Street S 0919
Third Street S 0920
Third Street S 1002
Third Street S 1006
Third Street S 1013
Third Street S 1014
Third Street S 1019
Third Street S 1022
Third Street S 1103
Third Street S 1104
Third Street S 1110
Third Street S 1115
Third Street S 1120
Third Street S 1206
Third Street S 1209
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Third Street S 1215
Third Street S 1224
Third Street S 1303
Third Street S 1309
Third Street S 1314
Third Street S 1320
Third Street S 1342
Third Avenue S 1224
Walnut St E 0206
Walnut St E 0210
Wilkin St E 0106
Wilkin St W 0304
Wilkin St W 0310
Wilkin St W 0324
Wilkin St W 0402
Wilkin St W 0406
Wilkin St W 0505
Wilkin St W 0517
Wilkin St W 0523
Wilkin St W 0610
Wilkin St W 0614
Willard St W 0215
Willard St W 0421
Willard St W 0511
Willard St W 0519
Willard St W 0521
Willard St W 0609
Willard St W 0719
Willard St W 0846
Willard St W 0903
William St N 0316
William St N 0404
William St N 0502
William St N 0504
William St N 0715
William St N 0723
William St N 0724
William St N 0812
William St N 0913
William St N 1219
William St N 1411
William St S 0402
William St S 0410
William St S 0418
Willard St E 0203 Willow St E 0125
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Stillwater Landmark Sites
Landmark Houses and Sites are the finest old houses and the most
remarkable sites in Stillwater They have architectural integrity and they
have a strong connection to the history of Stillwater These are sites I believe
might be eligible (or are already on) the National Register of Historic Places
under Criteria A, (significant happening), Criteria B (significant people), or
Criteria C (significant architecture) In Stillwater the choice has been made
to maintain a Stillwater (local) version of the National Register, rather than
seeking National Register designation of our local sites
These homes and sites designated as "Stillwater Landmark" sites,
would be subject to review under Section 22 7, Subd 6 (1) of Stillwater's
Heritage Preservation Ordinance
Under the rules of the National Register, a site may not be designated
without the permission of the owner I would suggest that same rule be
applied to these "Stillwater Landmark" sites No doubt some owners may not
wish their property designated a "Stillwater Landmark," because of the
restrictions (real or imagined) and review that would be placed on these sites
In those cases where the owner will not consent to the "Landmark" status, I
would urge that these sites be added on the "Heirloom House" list
This list is by no means inclusive The surveys of the South, West and
North hill did not go into detail on individual houses, so further research
should be done
For information on these sixty one sites, I relied primarily on two
sources 1 ) the previous Stillwater surveys I have done, 2) a survey done
under the auspices of River Town Restoration in 1976 Stillwater's Lumber —
Boom Architecture An Annotated Photographic Essay by Paul Clifford
Larson Larson's survey can be found in the Stillwater Public Library
This listing contains only a minimum of information on each
"Stillwater Landmark," additional information can be found in the two
sources just listed If the site is to be listed as a "Stillwater Landmark," and
the owner has agreed, additional research may have to be done on some of
these sites
Most of Stillwater's grand "lumber baron" mansions were demolished
in the 1900 1930 period The Hospes mansion on North First Street, the
Sabin Mansion on North Third, the Marsh Mansion on South Broadway, the
Staples Mansion on what is now Pioneer Park are only a few examples I
have tried to include a representative sampling of those large impressive
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houses remaining, but I have also tried to include a few "working man's"
houses, and the kind of homes ordinary people lived in
To begin this program of Landmark Sites, the H P C must agree on a
listing of potential sites
a) I would recommend a pamphlet or brochure be prepared explaining
the program Owners of the sites should be contacted in person to discuss the
program and given a copy of the brochure Follow up calls should be made to
answer any questions
b) If the owner agrees in writing (there should be some kind of
contract with the city, I believe), the exterior (and maybe interior) of the
house should be photographed for future reference
c) Like the Heirloom Houses, these Landmark Sites could be included
on the H P C web page
d) The building department should be notified so that any permits for
these sites are first routed to the H P C Like the Heirloom Houses,
information on the history of the Landmark Sites could be included on the
web site along with links to the National Register and other pertinent sites
e) These Landmark Sites could be the source of a brochure about
historic Stillwater
1) 805 Abbott Street Janda House
Generally known as the "Janda" house, this home was built in 1880 by
Peter and Mary Jourdain, he was a wealthy lumberman In 1923, the
Jourdain family sold the house to Louis and Mary Janda, owners of a
department store in downtown Stillwater This commodious and fancy house
in an Eastlake Stick style with its profusion of roof lines, and estate
occupying six lots, remains nearly as original as it was over a century ago
More information can be found in Empson Holcombe Additions Survey and
Larson
2) 706 West Anderson Street Hanley House
This wonderful stone house (the only one in Stillwater) was built about
1862 by Michael and Mary Hanley He was a local stonemason who helped in
the building of St Michael's Church Like others in the neighborhood, it was
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the type of small home built by families around the time of the Civil War For
more information, see Empson Holcombe Additions survey
3) 12588 Boutwell Road Boutwell House
Rev William T Boutwell, and his wife, Hester Crooks (daughter of
Ramsey Crooks) are figures of statewide significance Born in New
Hampshire, Wilham came to the Northwest in 1831 as a Protestant
missionary He was with Schoolcraft at the discovery of the source of the
Mississippi River and supplied the name Itasca He later served as a
missionary to the Ojibway moving to the Stillwater area in 1847 The present
Boutwell house at this address appears to date from the 1870's
4) Across from 12588 Boutwell Road Boutwell Cemetery
The Boutwell Cemetery, containing members of the Boutwell Family,
is owned by the Washington County Historical Society
5) 1122 North Broadway Carli House
This house was built by Christopher H Carli, Jr (the son of Stillwater
pioneers Lydia and Christopher Carl].) in 1886 Christopher, along with his
mother, operated the north hill quarry along the east side of North
Broadway, a quarry which supplied much of the stone used in nineteenth
century Stillwater The house has only had two owners, and remains in very
original condition, it is an excellent example of a middle class home of the
period More information can be found in Empson South Half of the Carli &
Schulenburg Addition survey
6) 651 South Broadway Castle House
Luke B Castle was one of the pioneers of Stillwater, who came to
Stillwater in 1867 where he worked in a variety of occupations His house
was built in 1879 upon land purchased from Fayette and Emma Marsh In
the 1930's, after the house went into foreclosure, a large two story addition
was removed from the back of the house Although not as elaborate as some
of the neighboring homes, this house does have a sense of integrity Many
people know Brad Castle, Luke's grandson
7) 435 South Broadway Webster House
This early cube Itahanate house, said to be built in 1862, is capped by
the only cupola left in the city The location offered the builder, Mortimer
Webster, a stunning view of the riverscape This house is on the National
Register of Historic Places More information can be found in Larson's book
8) 117 East Burlington Street Welshons House
Gordon Welshons was the owner of St Croix Lumber Company in
Bayport when this house was built in 1887 and remodeled in 1902
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Mahogany wainscoting hnes the dining room, seven rooms have parquet
floors, and the walls were originally covered with hand painted papers and
gold leaf There are still members of the Welshons family in Stillwater More
information can be found in Larson's book
9) 618 East Burlington Street Brown House
Built in 1874 by Edward Brown, partner in the Hersey, Bean & Brown
Mill below the bluff, this stately house has both Greek Revival and Italianate
characteristics More information can be found in Empson Hersey, Staples
& Co Addition survey
10) 106 East Chestnut Street Cutler House
This elaborate Itahanate house (which has a large modern addition as
an ell) was built in 1868 1869 The Republican newspaper called it "a fine
residence" and a "Minneapolis house " At the time it was built, it was on the
western edge of downtown For more information, see Larson
11) 114 East Chestnut Street Brunswick House
Some claim this is the oldest house in Stillwater, built by Carl Penny
about 1849 when it served as the IOOF lodge However, Larson places the
building as having been built in 1856, which would place it among the earlier
houses of the city, but not the first For more information, see Larson
12) 208 West Chestnut Street Nichols House
Built as a countrified Gothic Revival parsonage in 1857, this house
with its steep gables, fanciful vergeboards, and picturesque profile is one of
Stillwater's gems For more information, see Larson
13) 220 West Chestnut James S Anderson House
This Greek Revival house perched on the edge of the cliff is surely one
of the earliest houses in the city, but it requires more research It is
mentioned in the South Hill survey
14) 622 West Churchill Street Mulvey House
Built in 1878 by James and Miranda Mulvey, this impressive
Itahanate house serves as a B & B today Mulvey was a lumberman, and the
family hved in the house for three quarters of a century More information
can be found in Empson Holcombe's Additions survey and Larson
15) 717 West Churchill Street Warner House
This charming residence, built before Minnesota became a state, is one
of the gems of the city With its broadside symmetrical front to the street, and
its Greek Revival return eaves, it is representative of the small houses in
which the majority of the population of Stillwater lived 145 years ago 706
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West Churchill and 310 West Churchill are other examples of small pre Civil
War homes More information can be found in Empson Holcombe's Additions
survey
16) 404 West Elm Street Berglund House
This house, built in 1887, was the home of Sven Berglund, a Swedish
carpenter, who later formed the Stillwater Manufacturing Company Both
the house, a Queen Anne style, and its owner are significant history in
Stillwater More information can be found in Larson
17) 625 North Fifth Street Sauntry Gym
Inspired by William Sauntry's tour of the Alhambra in Granada,
Spain, this "Moorish Palace" was the most fantastic of all Stillwater's
lumberman's fantasies The building, now a residence, once contained a
conservatory, bowling alley, and swimming pool
18) 407 South Fifth Street St Mary's parish house
This neat brick house, associated with the church next door, looks to
have been built about 1870-1880 While little is known about his residence,
further research would, I am sure, justify its inclusion as a Stillwater
Landmark
19) 416 South Fifth Street Seward House
Built about 1886, Larson writes "In a city filled with architectural
eccentricities, this is perhaps the most peculiar of all Built when cupolas and
square towers were well past their zenith in house fashions, it pushes each
form in directions that would have horrified the designers of 'correct'
Italanate dwellings" Victor and Elizabeth Seward were publishers of a
Stillwater newspaper For more information, see Larson
20) 504 South Fifth Street Jenks House
Austin and Harriet Jenks had this brick home built in 1880 Its tall
windows and corner tower recall the Itahanate villas of the 1860s Captain
Jenks was active in the lumber trade On the National Register For more
information, see Larson, nomination forms
21) 1018 South First Street Nelson School
Named for early pioneer and landowner, Socrates Nelson, this
"modern" school was opened in 1897 Almost demolished in the 1970s, today
the school is divided into condominiums On the National Register For more
information, see Empson Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter's Addition survey,
nomination forms
22) 223 North Fourth Street Carnegie Library
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A local landmark
23) 303 North Fourth Street Hospes House
Built about 1892, this house united the two lumbering families of
Hospes (Adolphus) and Staples (Aurora) Remarkably complete for its age,
situated next to the library, the house today is a B & B For more
information, see Larson
24) 626 North Fourth Street Sauntry House
On the National Register of Historic Places, this 28 room house was
built by Wilham Sauntry at the end of the nineteenth century It has lost
some of its ornament and today functions as a B & B More information can
be found in Larson, and the nomination forms for the National Register
25) 1121 North Fourth Street Minnesota Hospital
Seymour, Sabin & Co built this elegant house with a central hallway
and front bay in 1878 In the mid 1880s it served as the Minnesota Hospital,
one of three hospitals in Stillwater at the time The owners used an early
form of health insurance to finance this private venture For more
information, see Empson South Half of Carli & Schulenburg Addition
survey
26) 220 South Fourth Street Proctor House
This elegant smaller Greek Revival was most likely built in 1854 by
John Proctor, attorney for Elizabeth Churchill of the firm Churchill &
Nelson, as well as a Warden of the Prison For more information, see Larson
27) 416 South Fourth Street Hersey House
This spacious house built in 1880 by Roscoe Hersey, a wealthy
Stillwater lumberman is on the National Register of Historic Places George
Orff is said to be the architect For more information, see Larson, nomination
form for the National Register
28) 711 South Greeley Street Lampi House
This classic bungalow was built in 1911 as a $1,000 dwelling by G W
Tolen for his chauffeur and handyman, Herman Lampi The elaborate
woodwork inside this modest house came from the Holcombe/Nelson house
when it was demolished to build the Tolen house at 720 Greeley The
Minnesota Historical Society has a tape recording of Herman Lampi talking
about his experiences For more information see Empson Holcombe's
Additions survey
29) 720 South Greeley Street Tolen House
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In 1911, Gordon Welshons Tolen demolished the original William
Holcombe/Charles Nelson home on this site, and built the present home at a
cost of $15,000 Both the site overlooking Lily Lake, and the present house
have significant historical associations for Stillwater For more information,
see Empson Holcombe's Additions survey
30) 812 South Harriet Street Putz House
Perched on top of the ravine at a dead end street, this small house was
built in the 1850s by Elizabeth and Robert Putz, the namesake of what was
once Putz Street —now Martha Before the Civil War, Peter Jourdain
purchased the house where he and his family lived until moving into 805
West Abbott Street (See Jourdain House) For more information, see
Empson Holcombe's Additions survey
31) 304 South Holcombe Street Torinus House
Built in 1902 by Louis and Mary Torinus, this is one of the last of the
"lumber baron" houses, a mixture of several architectural styles The Torinus
family remains in Stillwater to this day For more information, see Larson
32) 604 West Myrtle Street Elisha Brown House
Built about 1856 in what was then a very unsettled portion of the city,
this house retains much of its original integrity Elisha Brown was a
carpenter who lived in the house for over 20 years For more information see
Empson Greeley Residential Area survey
33) 118 West Oak Street Potts House
This gingerbread house was built (or remodeled) about 1880 shortly
after Philomena Potts purchased the property from Elizabeth Sawyer With
its dramatic position, it is a landmark in the city It is particularly evident in
the 1879 Birds Eye View map of Stillwater For more information, see
Larson
34) 306 West Olive Street O'Brien House
The John O'Brien house is said to have been the first full fledged
Queen Anne house in Stillwater O'Brien was active in both city and state
affairs Today it is the Rivertown Inn, a B & B For more information, see
Larson
35) 406 West Olive Ernest Hospes House
The fortunes of the Hospes family are tied to the Schulenburg &
Boeckler mill in Dutchtown This is a good example of a modest lumber
baron's home For more information, see Larson
36) 713 West Olive Ole Olsen House
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Built in the 1890s, this Queen Anne house in brick is quite unusual for
Stillwater, a lumberman's town Olsen was a building contractor For more
information, see Larson
37) 518 North Owens Street Streetcar Station
This industrial building was the beginning of the streetcar ride from
Stillwater to St Paul through Wildwood Park in Mahtomedi More
information is available
38) 101 East Pine Historic Courthouse
Already on the National Register, it should be on Stillwater's
Landmark House register as well
39) 223 West Pine Street Whiteside House
This is one of the few Gothic houses in Stillwater, and the only one in
brick Despite unfortunate alterations, it still commands attention It was
built about 1876 by John Whiteside, a plasterer For more information, see
Larson
40) 319 West Pine Street Hersey -Bean House
Built in 1879 by Edward Hersey, one of the lumbermen of Stillwater
Probably designed by George Orff, this eclectic styled house is distinctive in
Stillwater For more information, see Larson
41) 320 West Pine Street Hersey -Atwood House
Built in 1883 by Edward Hersey after he sold his house across the
street to Jacob Bean Designed by the nationally famous architect, William
H Wilcox, it is said to be the first house in the state in the avant garde
Shingle Style Recently restored, this is a gem of a house For more
information, see Larson
42) 2007 Schulenburg Alley Dutchtown House
This small house with its hatch in the loft is the only remaining
example of what I have called "The Dutchtown House" in my Dutchtown
survey (p 25) Unfortunately the house sits on a double lot, and will
probably be gone by the time it might be designated Or the owner will not
allow its designation For more information, see Empson Dutchtown
Residential Area survey (This house was recently purchased for destruction )
43) 504 North Second Street McKusick House
This is the most complete example of French Second Empire Style in
Stillwater On the National Register (with the wrong date), the front part of
the house was added to a small house in the rear in 1872 according to a
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newspaper article Stillwater Messenger, July 12, 1872 For more
information, see Larson
44) 1905 North Second Street Mill Workers House
This is the second old house —with its barn —remaining in Dutchtown
Wonderfully intact, the house has been neglected and will could be
demolished in the near future For more information, see Empson
Dutchtown Residential Area survey
45) 437 South Second Edward Durant House
This was the site of Edward Durant's Itahanate house that appears in
the Andreas Atlas The house was apparently extensively remodeled around
1910 It has a commanding site It is mentioned in the South Hill survey
46) 310 South Sixth Street John Booren House
According to Larson, this house is typical of the carpenter designed
homes of the period Because Booren was a member of the Stillwater
Hardware Company, there is some unique hardware in the house For more
information, see Larson
47) 522 South Sixth Street John Proctor House
This is the second John Proctor house in Stillwater According to a
newspaper listing of new construction, it was built in 1870, making it one of
the first Itahanate houses in the city It is on a commanding lot as well
There is a mention of it in the South Hill survey
48) 204 North Third Street Water Department Building
Nicely maintained with much of its original integrity, this building
should be on any local register
49) 401 North Third Street Register House
Larson calls this the most complete example of the Greek Revival in
Stillwater Built in the 1850s, this home is well maintained and preserved
For more information, see Larson
50) 510 North Third Street Roney House
Apparently built is different pieces beginning in 1867, this striking
Itahanate house on its large lot is a commanding piece of Stillwater history
For more information, see Larson
51) 611 South Third Street St Michael's Church
There are several fine churches in Stillwater, this is highly visible and
one of the best Well documented in a recent history
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52) 703 South Third Street O'Shaughnessy House
Built in 1870 in what was then noted as a "suburb," this house is a
testament to the O'Shaughnessy family who lived in Stillwater for close to a
century The 13th child of this family was Ignatius O'Shaughnessy, a leading
philanthropist of Minnesota For more information, see Empson Churchill,
Nelson & Slaughter survey
53) 704 South Third Street Tozer House
Although modified over the years, this house retains the character of
its 1874 origins David Tozer was a prominent Stillwater lumberman For
more information, see Empson Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter survey
54) 719 South Third Street Glaspie House
John Glaspie was a businessman and developer in 1888 when he had
contractor Thomas Sutherland build this Queen Anne house with the most
monumental house tower in Stillwater For more information, see Empson
Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter survey, and Larson
55) 821 South Third Street Chalmers House
William Chalmers, president of the St Croix Lumber Company had
local contractors Adolph Sprich and Eugene Schmidt built this substantial
home designed by architect William Kingsley of St Paul in 1895 For more
information, see Empson Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter survey, and Larson
56) 904 South Third Street Joy House
Built by David Tozer in 1874, and quickly leased to Frank Joy, this
pristine house with its old storm windows and other period details, situated
on a prominent corner of the city deserves greater recognition For more
information, see Empson Churchill, Nelson & Slaughter survey, and Larson
57) 1306 South Third Avenue Lammers House
On the National Register, this most extravagant Queen Anne home
was built by another lumber baron in 1893 It is said to have been
constructed by Norwegian carpenters For more information, see Larson
58) 1204 Third Avenue South Dudley Hersey House
This relatively modest Italianate house has suffered some unfortunate
alterations over the years, but I believe there are enough details —including
some inside the house —to merit its inclusion on this list It was one of the
three lumberman's houses to be built on this block in 1874, making these
among the first (remaining) lumber barons houses in Stillwater, and giving
identity to this part of Stillwater For more information see Empson Hersey,
Staples & Co Addition survey
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59) 205 East Walnut Street Spencer House
Built about 1870, this is one of the few Gothic Revival houses in
Stillwater and it happens to be set in a particularly romantic location For
more information, see Larson
60) 907 West Willard Street Kern House
There are five of these cute 1890's small Queen Anne houses in
Stillwater, all of them nearly identical Three of them have been "restored,"
but this is the most recent restoration and best example Each of them,
however, is a treasure
61) Rutherford Cemetery Manning Avenue north of Co Rd #12
This cemetery, established in the 1850s, served the "Rutherford
Neighborhood" on both sides of Manning Avenue
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Historic Districts
With a view to determining the potential historic districts in
Stillwater, I viewed every house in the old part of Stillwater (Conservation
District) and indicated whether it was 1) a house built since 1920, 2) a pre
1920 house that no longer had a significant portion of its original integrity,
3) a pre 1920 house that did have a significant portion of its original
integrity, 4 ) potentially a Landmark House
The accompanying map shows the results With this map, the
members of the H P C have pretty much the same basis I do in determining
an Historic District, so my recommendations are pretty much Just my
opinion Besides the concentration of houses shown in my map, there are
other administrative and political considerations that the H P C and city
staff must reckon as well
Based on the accompanying map, and my knowledge, I would
recommend establishing the following three historic districts
1 ) Beginning at S Fourth Street and W Willard Street, south along S
Fourth Street to W Orleans Street, east on Orleans Street to S First Street,
north along S First Street to E Willard Street, west on Willard Street to S
Fourth Street
2) Beginning at S Broadway and E Willard Street, northwest on Willard
Street to E Pine Street, southwest on Pine Street to S Third Street,
northwest on S Third Street to E Mulberry Street, west on Mulberry Street
to N Everett Street, south on N Everett Street to W Myrtle Street, east on
Myrtle Street to N Harriet Street, south on a line with N Harriet Street to
W Oak Street, east on W Oak Street to S Holcombe Street, south on S
Holcombe Street to W Willard Street, east on Willard Street to S Broadway
3) Beginning at N Fifth Street and W Mulberry Street, northwest on N
Fifth Street to W Laurel Street, northeast on W Laurel Street to N Second
Street, southeast on N Second Street to E Mulberry Street, southwest on a
line with Mulberry Street to N Fifth Street
4) In 1881, the Stillwater City Council voted to give the Seymour Sabin &
Co Company $100,000 to be financed by city bonds In return, the company
agreed to build 100 houses within the city A series of these houses, ranging
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in value between $400 and $650 were built in Block 2 of Sabin's Addition, on
Lots 1 7, and Lots 12 22 Today these houses have the addresses 501 to 717
on the south side of West Maple Street Within three years, most of the
homes had been sold to private owners, but it is conceivable that these two
blocks of nearly identical houses could be considered as a "mill workers
historic district " There are serious issues of integrity, and the fact most of
the houses remain fairly small bodes badly for their continued integrity
More research should be done, and the home owners contacted to see what
their sentiment might be
In order to implement these historic districts it will be necessary, I
believe, to spend a good deal of time in the neighborhoods talking to people,
being available to answer questions, having neighborhood meetings A
brochure or pamphlet could be created to distribute within the limits of the
potential district
Recommendations
All three of these programs (Heirloom Houses, Landmark Sites,
Historic Districts) will take a good deal of "face time" with residents To try
and do it without ample discussion and agreement among the residents will
be, I believe, to doom the projects for years to come
Other recommendations I would make are
1) Survey the new additions to the city There are at least two old cemeteries
and two old houses in the annexed area of the city
2) Do more thorough research on the sites of the North, South, and West
hills These are the oldest parts of the city, and there are undoubtedly some
very significant historic sites which have not yet been uncovered
3) Establish a program of private Facade Easements within the city This
would insulate historic sites from a change in government that could undo all
the protections
4) Change the name of Olive Street, west of the original city plat (Fifth
Street) back to St Paul Road, commemorating one of the very few roads
preceding Minnesota as a Territory
5) Go through all the previous surveys and consider the recommendations
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6) Create a vacated streets policy in the comprehensive plan Ravines should
also be included
7) Walking tours of downtown and neighborhoods should be researched,
written, and available to the public
8) Consider a City Preservation Officer For what is being spent on
contracts, it might even be cost effective It would also have the considerable
advantage of having a history person on the city staff, working on a daily
basis with the city staff
9) Of all the remnants of the 19th Century, there is none rarer than the
outbuildings (barns, wagon sheds, chicken coops, etc) that used to be present
throughout the city Perhaps a survey just of the remaining outbuildings
should be done There could also be a separate "Outbuildings Register" with
photos on the web, etc
10) When major excavations are made in the city (e g the Library), there is
no monitoring of any objects that might happen to be found in the digging
The city should appoint a staff member to be the historical liaison with the
contractor, so that any objects brought to the surface are reported to that city
staff member There should also be a clause in any contract with a contractor
that any found items should be turned over to the city
11) Several old houses have been sacrificed because of what is termed
"demolition by neglect" in the preservation literature There should be
stricter enforcement of building codes on old houses that are being sorely
neglected In St Paul, any building vacant for a year goes on a list If the
building inspector condemns the house, then orders are issued for work on
the house which goes against the title
12) It would be relatively easy to set up a "heritage tree" program with the
city forester Just have people tell her of their old trees She could check
them out, and with a boring, ascertain the trees age She could then keep a
register of the type of tree, location, and age
13) Require demolitions to be researched by a real historian including the
significance of the building as well as its history
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919 11 A L 01 r11 N N F 101 A
DATE
APPLICANT Jesse Hamer of Tushie Montgomery
PROPERTY Valley Ridge Shopping Center
REQUEST Design Review for an Addition
LOCATION 1250 Frontage Road West
HPC REVIEW DATE July 5, 2006
REVIEWERS Interim Public Works Director, City Planner
PREPARED BY Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director 4 r
June 29, 2006
CASE NO 06-26DR
BACKGROUND
The owners of the Valley Ridge Shopping Center would like to construct a 9,100 square
foot addition onto the west end of their facility About half of the space will likely be
used for general retail tenants and the other half for restaurant space
Since the subject property lies within the West Stillwater Business Park, a Design
Review Permit is required prior to issuing a building permit The Heritage
Preservation Comrrussion is charged with the responsibility of reviewing and
approving or denying the Design Review Permit
EVALUATION OF REQUEST
As noted above, the property is located within the West Stillwater Business Park
Consequently, the design standards found in the West Stillwater Business Park Plan apply
to the project The site design standards found in the City Code for properties in the
BP-C, Zoning District also apply
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I West Business Park Plan
A Architectural Standards
a Page 20, Paragraph 1 specifies permitted exterior building materials
i The proposed materials are permitted
b Page 20, Paragraph 2 states that roof or ground mounted mechanical
equipment as well as trash storage areas must be completely enclosed
with building materials compatible with the principal structure Low
profile self contained mechanical units which blend in with the
building design can be located to the rear or side of the building
i The addition is not shown to have outside garbage storage It is
assumed that the tenants of the nezv space would use the existing
dumpster area on the north side of the shopping center If this
assumption is not correct, any proposed outside garbage storage would
have to be enclosed The location and materials of the enclosure could
be approved by the Community Development Director prior to
issuance of a building permit Or if the HPC desires, it could be
brought back for review and approval
It The applicant has not specified where the addition's mechanical units
will be located or how they will be screened This information will
need to be submitted prior to issuance of a building permit If it is
acceptable to the HPC, the location and screening of the equipment
could be approved by the Community Development Director Or if the
commission desires, it could be brought back for review and approval
c Page 20, Paragraph 3 specifies that "architectural consistency on all
sides of the building is required in terms colors, materials and details "
i Valley Ridge Shopping Center is an eclectic mix of building materials,
colors and architectural elements There are however a fezv
commonalities throughout, which should probably be carried through
to the proposed addition as well
1 The bell-tower-Itke vertical articulation found across the facade
of the shopping center should probably be included in the
proposed addition The best locations would be at the
southwest and northwest corners of the building These bell -
towers should be corner towers similar to the ones found on the
bakery and Acapulco Restaurant (see attached photo)
2 The extra parapet height is inconsistent with the rest of the
building However, this may be acceptable given the eclectic
feel of the building as a whole Also, it would not exceed the
height of the main entrance gable
it The north elevation does not carry the architectural detailing of the
rest of the addition This is required Though it is true that the north
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elevation of the existing building does not have the required
consistency of detail either, it pre -dates the requirement to have it
Moreover, the addition will project beyond the setback of the existing
buildings to the north which the existing building does not do
Consequently, driving southbound on Northwestern Avenue will give
a good view of the addition's north elevation Therefore, fenestration
and building details found on the south and west elevations will need
to be incorporated into the design for the addition
B Landscaping Standards
a This section of the business park plan relates to landscaping
requirements Paragraph 1 clearly refers to "new development" Since
the project is only an addition, the paragraph does not apply
b It is arguable that the entire landscaping standards section is intended
for "new development" and should not apply to the proposed project
However, some augmentation of the property's existing landscaping is
recommended There are well established trees along the north
property line and a few along Northwestern Avenue There are also
perenrual flower beds in some of the setback areas But the landscape
plan could be improved with additional plantings
II BP-C Zoning District Standards
A Massing and Dimensional Standards
a The proposed building height is less than the maximum allowed 40 feet
b The setback from both the frontage road and Northwestern Avenue has to be
40 feet It appears that the setback from Northwestern Avenue may only be
30 feet
c Only 60% of the property is allowed to be impervious surface The current
site improvements exceed 60%, though the project is grandfathered The
proposed improvements will not increase the amount of impervious surface
d Front and side yard setback areas must be landscaped Since the property is
already developed, the building addition would not necessarily trigger the
need to relandscape all of the yard areas However, it would be nice to
augment the landscaping
B Miscellaneous
a, Parking - The center together with the proposed new space will need 538
parking spaces The number of spaces available, including a new 21 space
indoor garage, zinll meet the 538 space requirement
b Lighting - An exterior lighting plan for the addition has not been submitted
If it is acceptable to the HPC, the location and fixture details could be
approved by the Community Development Director prior to issuance of a
building permit Or if the commission desires, it could be brought back for
review and approval
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ALTERNATIVES
The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options
A Approve the Design Review with the following conditions
1 The project construction shall be in compliance with the plan set dated June 16, 2006,
which is on file m the Community Development Department
2 All minor modifications to the Design Review Permit shall be approved in advance
by the Community Development Director All major modifications shall be
approved m advance by the HPC Determination of the distinction between major"
and ' minor shall rest with the City Admiustrator
3 Any proposed outside garbage storage shall be enclosed If it is acceptable to the
HPC, the location and screening of the equipment shall be reviewed and found
acceptable by the Community Development Director prior to issuance of a buildmg
permit Or if the commission desires, it could be brought back for review and
approval
4 Any exterior mechanical units shall meet the design standards found m the West
Stillwater Business Park Plan If it is acceptable to the HPC the location and
screening of the equipment shall be reviewed and found acceptable by the
Community Development Director prior to issuance of a buildmg perxrut Or if the
commission desires it could be brought back for review and approval
5 The bell-tower-1 ke vertical articulations found at various locations on the rest of the
shopping center shall be included in the plans for the addition The locations for the
towers are to be at the southwest and northwest corners of the building These bell -
towers shall be corner towers similar to the ones found on the bakery and Acapulco
Restaurant
6 The north elevation of the addition shall be revised to include fenestration and
building details similar to those found on the south elevations of the shopping
center
7 The setback from both the frontage road and Northwestern Avenue shall be a
miumum of 40 feet
8 An exterior lighting plan for the addition shall been submitted If it is acceptable to
the HPC, the location and plantmg materials shall be reviewed and found acceptable
by the Community Development Director prior to issuance of a building permit Or
if the commission desires, it could be brought back for review and approval
9 A revisedlandscaping plan shall be submitted If it is acceptable to the HPC, the
location and fixture types shall be reviewed and found acceptable by the
Commuruty Development Director prior to issuance of a building permit Or if the
commission desires it could be brought back for review and approval
10 All landscaping shall be installed prior to final project inspection
B Deny the Design Review A denial needs to be accompanied by substantive
findings of fact
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C Table the Design Review for more details on the north elevation
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the addition with the conditions listed in Alternative A
cc Kriss Novak
attachments Preliminary Building Plans and Site Plan
Photo West Portion on Existing Center
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Heritage Preservation Commission
DATE June 28, 2006 CASE NO DR/06-27
APPLICANT Kriss Design Company LLC for Church of St Michael
REQUEST Design Review of proposed signage for Church of St Michael
LOCATION 611 3rd St S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT PA - Public Administrative Offices
ZONING PA - Public Administrative Offices
HPC DATE July 5, 2006
REVIEWERS Community Dev Director
PREPARED BY Michel Pogge, City Planner /lirf'f
DISCUSSION
The applicant is requesting design review and approval of a proposed 3 5 foot by 4 5
foot lit bulletin board sign The zoning code allows bulletin board signs not to exceed
32 square feet in size for religious institutions The total sign area of the proposed
bulletin board sign is 15 75 square feet, which is smaller than the square footage
allowed by the ordinance
The property does fall within the City of Stillwater Historic District As such signs in
this area are not to be internally lit, but rather lit with wall mounted lights or by similar
means The proposal is for the sign to be lit from the edges and not internally back lit
Staff has a concern with running electrical conduit to the sign and would suggest that
the Comrrussion require the electrical conduit be hidden from direct pedestrian or
motorist view
RECOMMENDATION
Approval as conditioned
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611 3rd St S
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CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL
1 All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage
Preservation Commission
2 The sign be lit from the sides and the sign face itself if not to be back lit
3 The electrical conduit be hidden from direct view of pedestrians or motorists
4 No additional signage
FINDINGS
The proposal meets the requirements of the zoning ordinance
attachments Applicant's Form
Applicant's Letter
Elevation Drawing/Photo
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DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY OF STILLWATER
216 NORTH FOURTH STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Case No
Date Filed
Receipt No
Fee: $25.00
The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and
supporting material submitted in connection with any application All supporting
material (i e photos, sketches, etc ) submitted with application becomes the
property of the City of Stillwater Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is
required
Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials are required
All following information is required
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
Address of Project 611 S 3rd St Assessor's Parcel No 2803020440076
Zoning District PA Description of Project in detail Replace existing tree tanding
sign (1960) between starrways on 3rd St with a new sign mounted on stairway
exterior wall
"I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence
submitted herewith in all respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, to be
true and correct I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and
used"
If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature is required
Property Ownert'rch of St Michhel Representative Kriss Design Company LLC
Mailing Address 611 S 3rd St
City State Zip Stillwater. MN 55082
Telephone No
Signature
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Pastor
Mailing AddressPO sox 10934
City State Zip St Paul, MN 55110
Telephone No (651) 325-5310
Signature
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To Whom It May Concern
Parish Office 651 439 4400
Fax 651 430 3271
www stillwatercatholics org
June15 2006
The Church of St Michael is applying for a design and sign penivt reviews to replace the existing fiettanding
sign from the 1960 s that is between the exterior stairways facing Third Street with a sign mounted on the
extenor wall of the stairway The sign displays our Mass and Confession times We are working with Knss
Design Company LLC of White Bear Lake on the design of this new sign
You will find a picture of the existing sign attached on the next page If you look closely you 11 notice the
plastic is cloudy the letters are detiorating and the film on which the letters are placed is shrinking away from
the edges In short the sign badly needs some maintenance and updating In addition, it is placed back between
the stairways Because of the limited viewing time provided dnvers trying to read this passing by would need to
slow significantly creating a potential dnving hazard
The following photo shows the same sign as seen from across Third Street with the stairways to the North and
South It also shows the location of the proposed sign Also attached you will find a graphic of the proposed
sign It is slightly smaller than the existing sign It would have a metal frame like the existing sign, and a lexan
front plate The final version of the mtenor sign content may change from what is shown here However it
would be lighted from the edges and the information would be pnnted with a section at the bottom for seasonal
changes This ehminates the need for the individual letters and dramatically cleans up' the appearance of the
sign
We believe moving the sign to this location will clean up the appearance of the front of the church building,
provide better and more readable information to visitors and increase safety due to a decrease driving slow
downs We ask for your approval and look forward to discussing any questions you may have If you have
questions I may be reached at 651 379-1263
Most Sincerely,
Christopher J Makowske
Director of Administration
Church of St Michael
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Heritage Preservation Commission
DATE June 29, 2006 CASE NO DR/06-28
APPLICANT Brad Benson
REQUEST Design Review of proposed signage for Stella's
LOCATION 216 Main St S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT CC - Community Commercial
ZONING CBD - Central Business District
HPC DATE July 5, 2006
REVIEWERS Community Dev Director
PREPARED BY Michel Pogge, City Planner G� 0
DISCUSSION
The applicant is requesting design review and approval for a wall sign at 216 Main St S
in the Central Business District The sign is proposed to contain the business name
"Stella" in white letters with a gray background Additionally, accents are proposed on
both sides of the business name The sign is 2'4" x 5'4" for a total sign area of 12 4
square feet No lighting is proposed for the sign in the application
For retail storefront signs the Commercial Historic District Design Manual provides the
size of signs shall be consistent with the Sign Ordinance The zoning ordinance states
building signs in the CBD ' may have an aggregate area not exceeding one square foot
for each foot of building face ' Th`"6 applicant's retail space is 21 feet long facing Main
St S The total sign area of the proposed sign is 12 4 square feet and meets the
requirements of the zoning ordinance
The applicant has indicated in their letter that they would also like to paint the middle
wood spaces on the face of the building light gray and include the words fashion
boutique on the bottom outside sections Staff has discussed this with the applicant and
since they did not supply elevations of these changes the applicant has agreed to
present elevations for these changes to the Comrrussion at a later date
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RECOMMENDATION
Approval as conditioned
CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL
1 All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage
Preservation Commission
2 Staff to review and approve final paint colors
3 The word STELLA shall be no larger than 2'4" x 5'4" for a total sign area of 12 4
square feet
4 Painting of the three rruddle sections of the building a light gray and for the words
FASHION and BOUTIQUE are not part of this approval since elevations for these
changes where not included in the application The applicant will need to receive
design review approval prior to making these changes
5 The sign shall not be lit
6 No additional signage
FINDINGS
The proposal meets the intent of the Commercial Historic District Design Manual and
the Stillwater zoning ordinance
attachments Applicant's Form
Applicant's Letter
Elevation Drawing showing sign
Photo of existing building
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DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY OF STILLWATER
216 NORTH FOURTH STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Case No
Date Filed
Receipt No
Fee: $25.00
The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and
supporting material submitted in connection with any application All supporting
material (0 e photos, sketches, etc ) submitted with application becomes the
property of the City of Stillwater Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is
required
Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials are required
All following information is required
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
Address of Project d,16 so. M A ! ,\STAssessor's Parcel No
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Zoning District Description of Pro ect in detail
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"I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence
submitted herewith in all respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, to be
true and correct I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and
used"
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Design Review for lettering on building
STELLA
216 South Main Street
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
After having appeared before the committee last year and receiving permission to paint the beige that is now on the
building gray, we are now also seeking permission to include lettering
As you will see by the watercolor picture, we would like to incorporate the word STELLA across the top board Along
with that, would include the designs painted on the picture also Our designer/artist will incorporate the same designs that
are on the lintels above the windows done in the brickwork on the onginal building We will leave the black moulding
painted black, and incorporate the new designs in a gray color (With possible black and fuscia accents in the design) We
were also advised that the artist would like to paint on a board the same size as the opening, and then attach to the wood
currently on the building (For ease of painting, since the wood is rough and grooved that is currently there) The three
middle (larger) spaces on the face of the building would be painted a lighter gray color than the top and bottom (narrow)
spaces Also, on the bottom two outside smaller sections, we would like to have the words FASHION and BOUTIQUE,
one on each side These would be handled the same way STELLA is being done on top, but on a smaller scale We do
have a sign on the front of the building in the lower middle section, and this area will be painted the same color as the top
and the bottom narrow sections, to blend in The green tnm around the windows will also be painted either the dark gray
or lighter gray, depending which looks best when we are finished with the top
After reading through the Design Manual regarding the Commercial Histonc Distnct, we believe this will fit in with
downtown Stillwater and is within the cntena set forth in the manual Thank you for you consideration
Brad and Chen Benson
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Heritage Preservation Commission
DATE June 29, 2006 CASE NO DR/06-29
APPLICANT Accents Paola
REQUEST Design Review of proposed signage for Accents Paola and Violets
Flowers
LOCATION 1400 Frontage Road W
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT BPC - Business Park Commercial
ZONING BP-C Business Park Commercial
HPC DATE July 5, 2006
REVIEWERS Community Dev Director
PREPARED BY Michel Pogge, City Planner N44'
DISCUSSION
The applicant is requesting design review and approval for two signs for 1500 Frontage
Road W This site is a bay within the Valley Ridge center and is proposed to be
occupied by two separate businesses, Accents Paola and Violets Flowers Chapter 31-
1 26(9) of the Stillwater City Code states
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Permitted signs by a sign permit in BP business park districts All commercial office and
industrial signs in all BP districts are subject to the following conditions One wall
freestanding awning or canopy sign per business is permitted
Therefore, since two businesses are being operated out of this one bay two signs are
allowed
The first sign, for Accents Paola, is an existing sign in the Valley Ridge center Accents
Paola is moving to this bay and wishes to move their existing sign to this new location
The existing sign is 8' by 46" for a total sign area of 30 6 square feet The second sign,
for Violets Flowers, is a new sign and is proposed to be 4' by 33" for a total sign area of
11 feet
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The signage plan for the Valley Ridge center allows for a maximum of 40 square feet for
this bay Additionally, for retail wall signage the West Business Park design standards
provide that the signage shall be consistent with the Sign Ordinance The zoning
ordinance states that for a wall sign, 'the gross surface area of a wall sign may not
exceed one square foot for each foot of building, parallel to the front lot line The
applicant's retail space has 35 5 feet facing Highway 36 In this case we use the most
restrictive criteria which would allow for a maximum of 35 5 square feet for this bay
The total sign area of the proposed signs is 41 6 square feet, which is larger than the
square footage allowed by the ordinance —
RECOMMENDATION
Approval as conditioned
CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL
1 The walls signs be reduced to a maximum combined area of 35 5 square feet or less
in size or secure a variance from the Planning Comr ussion to allow the signs to
exceed the allowable square footage If the sign is reduced in size that the new signs
be reviewed and approved by City Staff
2 All revisions to the approved plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Heritage
Preservation Commission
3 No additional signage
FINDINGS
The proposal meets the intent of the Valley Ridge Center sign plan and the West
Business Park Design Guidelines By either reducing the signs to 35 5 square feet or less
or securing a variance the proposed signs will meet the requirements of the zoning
ordinance
attachments Applicant's Form
Elevation Drawing
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Sign Permit No
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Fee $50 00
Receipt No
Sign Permit Review Form
City of Stillwater
Community Development Department
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater MN 55082
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Heritage Preservation Commission
DATE June 29, 2006 CASE NO DR/06-30
APPLICANT Michael Stone
REQUEST Design Review of proposed signage for Stone's Restaurant and
Lounge
LOCATION 324 Main St S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT CC - Community Commercial
ZONING CBD - Central Business District
HPC DATE July 5, 2006
REVIEWERS Community Dev Director
PREPARED BY Michel Pogge, City Planner MO
DISCUSSION
The applicant is requesting design review approval for a projecting wall sign at 324
Main St S in the Central Business District for Stone's Restaurant and Lounge From the
information subrrutted and after a short phone conversation with the sign contractor the
sign appears to be an aluminum cabinet that is proposed to be internally lit The "star"
on top of the cabinet is proposed to be rods of neon in a multitude of colors The sign
appears to be an early 1920 art deco era style sign
CITY CODE REQUIREMENTS
The information submitted for design review fails to provide many of the most basic
elements that are required for review by the HPC The elements that are missing
include the following
1 Dimensions of the proposed sign
2 Information describing materials, illumination and support system
3 A cross-section of the building face showing how the sign will be attached
and how far it will extend from the building
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4 An updated building wide sign plan showing signs for all businesses in the
building
All of these items are outlined in Stillwater City Code Chapter 31-1 26(2) Without this
information the proposed sign can not be adequately reviewed for compliance with
City ordinances and the Downtown Commercial Historic District Design Guidelines
Additionally, without a complete application staff is unable to determine if the
application meets zoning requirements related to area, location, height, and lighting as
outlined in Stillwater City Code chapter 31-1 26(8)f
Finally, the Stillwater City Code chapter 31-1 26(8)a 1 allows for one sign per business
per public street the business fronts Staff, including previous City Planner, has
interpreted this section as allowing additional signage on a street only when an
individual business in a building has frontage on that street The Grand Garage has
frontage on Main Street, Nelson Street, Second Street, and the Nelson Street A11y This
allows the building to have signage on four public streets The area Stone's Restaurant
occupies in the Grand Garage only has frontage along Nelson Street, Second Street, and
the Nelson Street Ally and thus is only allowed to have signage along these three
streets City Staff, including the previous City Planner, have discussed this with the
previous tenants of the area Stone's now occupies and the building's owner indicating
that staff would support a variance for this business to have a sign along Main Street,
however, until they obtain a variance from the Planning Commission occupants of this
space would not be able to have a sign along Main Street
DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL HISTORICAL DISTRICT DESIGN MANUAL
GUIDELINES
With the material submitted it appears that the proposed sign fails to meet the
downtown commercial historical district design manual guidelines in a minimum of
five areas that include
Coordination - At the time of the commercial boom in Stillwater (1870's- 1900's) most
buildings were owned and occupied by single businesses Merchants thought of their
entire facade as potential sign space For this reason, the signs were all well
coordinated In order to maintain this pattern it is important that tenants and owners
cooperate to design a sign package, which will help to reunify the building facade
similar to what was seen in era of Stillwater's commercial boom The proposed sign
fails to coordinate with other signs on the building
Materials - Apart from architectural signs, the original exterior signs of Stillwater were
constructed of wood and painted Window signs were painted, etched or gilded This
sign introduced materials, including metals, plastics, and neon that could lead to a
confusion of signage, which detracts from the unique character of Stillwater Modern
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sign materials are acceptable provided their design is handled with an understanding of
the Victorian spirit This sign, as an art deco style sign, fails to follow this guideline
Additionally the guideline also states that internally lit and back -lit signs be avoided
since their nature is inherently foreign to the solid character of brick and wood
Victorian architecture and they are bound to strike a false and distracting note in the
streetscape
Shape - The signs of Stillwater were forthright and utilitarian Simple, framed
rectangular boards were constructed to fill the available spaces A common type was
the long narrow sign, which stretched across the top of the storefront windows The
proposed sign fails to follow this guideline
Color - The commercial structures of this time period did not use a wide range of paint
colors The palette was particularly narrow, dark green, dark brown and black were
common Signs were painted for contrast rather than for color -black letters on a white
background, gold letters on a black background This sign with it proposed bright and
jarring colors fails to follow this guideline
Lighting - In the nineteenth century, Stillwater would have been dimly lit Today we
expect our cities to be bright and lively at night We must achieve an acceptable
standard of lighting without compromising the essential character of the historic
setting Neon lights are permitted in window signs only and not part of any wall or
projecting sign Additionally, internally or back -lit signs, either projecting, wall
mounted, or hung inside the window are not to be used Staff acknowledges that the
sign the applicant is replacing is an existing internally lit sign, however, this does not
guarantee that the applicant have the right replace with another internally lit sign
Other design considerations - In the applicant's letter he expressed the design of the
sign is part of their branding effort that is vital to trademark their logos and graphic
design It is true branding is important to many businesses in today's market place
sensitivity to place, in this case Historic Downtown Stillwater, is equally important
Take Starbucks for example, which is also located in the Grand Garage When you visit
most Starbucks locations you will find the familiar internally lit green, white and black
sign with the "Starbucks" mermaid hanging prominently in the front window In
downtown Stillwater this sign is there, however, is a solid opaque sign with only the
colors black and white Sensitivity to the design and character of Downtown Stillwater
can be achieved at the same time allowing branding of a business with just a little
creative effort on part of the design team
RECOMMENDATION
Since an affirmative finding could not be made for the review criteria, staff recommends
denial of the requested design review permit
216 Main St S
Page 4
FINDINGS
1 The proposal fails to meet the following chapters of the Stillwater City Code
• 31-1 26(2), incomplete submittal
• 31-1 26(8)f, failure to meet area, height, and lighting requirements
• 31-1 26(8)a 1, business has no frontage along Main Street and is thus not
allowed to have a sign along Main Street
2 The proposal fails to meet the guidelines of the Commercial Historic District
Design Manual
attachments Applicant's Form
Applicant's Letter
Elevation showing sign
Picture of proposed sign
DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY OF STILLWATER
216 NORTH FOURTH STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Case No
Date Filed
Receipt No
Fee: $25.00
The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and
supporting material submitted in connection with any application All supporting
material (i e photos, sketches, etc ) submitted with application becomes the
property of the City of Stillwater Photos, sketches and a letter of intent is
required
Fourteen (14) copies of all supporting materials are required
All following information is required
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
Address of Project 3Z �� ��9cr, �� 0Z o
S i- Assessors Parcel No i i
(Required)
Zoning District Description of Project in detail /l�,iw S, y,,e e.,
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"I hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence
submitted herewith in all respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, to be
true and correct I further certify I will comply with the permit if it is granted and
used"
If representative is not property owner, then property owner's signature is required
Property Owner 6.1,4,14 6 u,I r, ,3P 1 U /rli (A ,/(( Representative /P/ ke -C1icr4
Mailing Address . c di S 144€ ,,-, St, S/e 2so
City State Zip SJ,//t i 6,, 14414 s-sip
Telephone No 6 C/ 2c, 5' 06/ ?
Signature
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City State Zip 3/,/Gcitc/ IFYItt 5.S- D
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Signature_
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June 28, 2006
City of Stillwater
Bill Turnblad
Members of the Historical Preservation Council
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Re Signage Review and Permit for Stone's Restaurant at 324 S Main Street
Ladies and Gentlemen
Thank you for the opportunity to present to you a proposed sign plan for this new restaurant I am
incredibly excited to open our restaurant on July 18 and serve this community We have been
welcomed with open arms and I hope we can give back what everyone has given to us
As part of the restaurants Lease Agreement with Grand Garage Holdings, the sign that is
currently on Main Street is designated to Stone's Restaurant It is my intent to change that sign to
a sign that clearly reflects the "Stone's" concept, maintains the "Stillwater" standard, and adheres
to all ordinances
I have worked tremendously hard at creating a concept that will earn the trust of St Croix
Valley's residents A concept that is warm, comfortable and appealing to the discnminating taste
of this community As part of this concept — branding is vital to the guest expenence Therefore,
signage and all graphic design have been developed by some of the industries leading people 1
am submitting a signage plan that is defined as classical, timeless and perfectly represents this
concept I have gone to great lengths in developing this concept and it has become vital to
trademark our logos and graphic designs This is the final step to complete of branding efforts
I ask that you review and grant a signage permit so that we may execute our signage program,
immediately We will be opening "temporary signage' and the sooner we can get permanent
signage — the better for all of downtown Stillwater
Thank you for your time and consideration
Sincerely,
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Michael S Stone
Stone's Restaurant & Lounge
324 S Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Grand Garage Building 324 S Main Street Stillwater MN 55082 651 439 1900
www stonesstillwater com
COCKTAILS
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CHOPS
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Pink Lady
Vodka Martini
PROPRIETOR
Mike Stone
GENERAL MANAGER
John Merder
EXECUTIVE CHEF
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JUST A SALAD
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Garlic sourdough croutons, shaved Reggiano 6.95
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4a'e Pared
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Fresh loin slow roasted with herbs, garlic,
tomato, onion and olives served with tossed
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BROILED SALMON
Garlic Spinach and Herb Butter 18,00
SEARED YELLOW FIN TUNA "RARE"
Smiled Japanese Eggplant, Toasted Sesame
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Truffle fries and gtemolata 18.25
Side pealed 5.00
Order a Side Place with a Rig Plate 3.95
Hope Sweet Butter Mashed Potatoes
Creamed Corn & Gouda Cheese
Truffle Fries
Jumbo Baked Potato
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Sweet Potato Matchsticks
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OPERATION
Monday - Thursday
11 a,m, - 10 p.m,
Friday - Sunday
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TELEPHONE
651-439-1900
Small Peared
SEARED Mil TUNA
Ahi Iltna Seared in Asian Flavors with
Seaweed Salad and Wontons 8.95
BARBECUE RIBS
Five bones with BBQ sauce 9.95
CAJUN BBQ SHRIMP COCKTAIL
Seven shrimp simmered in a sweet and
spicy Cajun BBQ butter sauce with
crusty bread for dipping 12.95
CRAB RANGOON
Crab and cream cheese fried wonton,
served with Sambal Jelly 7.95
CRISPY CALAMARI
Cocktail Sauce 8.50
PEPPER & BLEU BABY BURGER
Pepper crusted, melted bleu and
whiskey steak sauce 5.95
MEDITERRANEAN
STEAMED MUSSELS
Artisan Toast, Chives and
Hope Sweet Rutter 8.95
JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE
Tartar sauce and lemon 12.95
BROILED PORTABELLA
MUSHROOMS
Marsala wine butter sauce,
toasted baguette 6.95
PASTRAMI SMOKED SALMON
Rye toast, mustard and pickles 8.95
OYSTERS ON THE 1/2 SHELL
Half doyen, Wasabi Ice and
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4 FILET MIGNON - 10 oz„ Worcestershire butter 29.95
4 BLUE CHEESE CRUSTED FILET MIGNON - Blue cheese crust, Roasted pepper 1
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Sweet Cream and Gouda Corn 18.95
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vinegar slaw and fries 19.95
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FETTUCCINE PRIMAVERA - Fresh market vegetables and pasta in garlic
Parmesan cream sauce 12.95
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grilled onions and peppercorn steak sauce 10.95
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Chateau Woitner Ritchie Chardonnay 60 (b)
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Ravenswood Zinfandel 9 (g) 27 (b)
Bdtneades Zinfandel 32 (b)
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Frei Brothers Pinot Noir 48 (b)
Le Grand Pinot Noir 21 (b)
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Red Rock Merlot 6 (g) 18 (b)
Blackstone Merlot 23 (b)
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DATE
APPLICANT Mainstream Development Partnership, LLC
REQUEST Design Review fro Phase III of Maple Island Dairy Redevelopment
LOCATION 225 North Main Street
HPC REVIEW DATE June 5, 2006
PREPARED BY Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director SV
June 28, 2006
CASE NO DR/06-19
BACKGROUND
Mainstream Development Partnership, LLC is planning to develop a project referred to as 227
North Main Street This would represent the final phase of development on the former Maple
Island Dairy site This phase relates to the hardware store and surface parking lot north of it
The proposed project is to demolish the hardware store and build about a 39,000 square foot
mixed use building as follows
• 13 000 gross square feet of below grade parking for 21 vehicles
• 13,000 gross square feet of commercial space on the ground floor
• 13,000 gross square feet of office space on the second floor
On May 8, 2006 the Planning Commission considered the variances and special use permits
necessary to develop the project as originally proposed The Planning Comrrussion had
concerns about the requested parking and height variances Consequently the commission
demed the requests
Subsequently, Mainstream Development Partnership filed an appeal of the Planning
Commission action In addition, the developer substantially down -sized the proposed building
The first version of the building had approximately 62,000 square feet of space distributed
amongst four stories (five levels with the basement garage) The size of the revised building as
presented to the City Council on June 20, 2006 was reduced to about 46,000 square feet
distributed amongst only three stones (four levels with the basement garage) The City Council
discussed the revised plans and was generally satisfied with the building and its proposed uses,
but was uncomfortable with the height variance that was necessary The Council also
acknowledged that parking needed additional consideration As a result of Council comments,
the developer has submitted a third version of the building The size of this version is 39,000
square feet distributed over two stories (three levels with the basement garage) In this version,
227 North Main Street
June 28, 2006
Page 2 of 4
another story has been removed, which means now there are no residential units but there is
also no need for a height variance
The developer appeared before the Heritage Preservation Commission on May 1 and June 5,
2006 The commission approved the design review permit for the previous version of the
building The architectural details of this version of the building are the same as all previous
versions, except of course that there are fewer stories now However, with the loss of the
residential units, the roof will no longer be active and more venting will be potentially visible
SPECIFIC REQUEST
In order to develop the property as proposed, Mainstream Development would need
the following City approvals
1 Special Use Permit for a private parking facility for more than five cars m the Central
Business District
2 86 stall variance from minimum number of required parking spaces
3 Vacation of City s parking easement over parking lot north of hardware store
4 Demolition permit for removal of the hardware store
5 Design review permit
Since the project is located in Stillwater's historic downtown district, the Heritage Preservation
Comrrussion is required to review and take action on the design review permit portion of the
request In addition, as a separate agenda item of the July 5 commission meeting, the Heritage
Preservation Commission will need to consider the requested demolition permit
EVALUATION OF REQUEST
As just noted, the property is located withm the City's historic downtown district
Consequently, the design standards found in the Design Manual, Commercial Historic Dastrit
apply to the project The applicable pages of the Design Manual are attached
In addition to the Design Manual, the Downtown Plan also offers design and development
standards for the property The Downtown Plan identifies the property as Special Site #6 The
design guidelines for the special site are also attached
City Staff offers the following comments
1 In general the level of detail that has been submitted is at a conceptual or
prehmunary stage
2 Full sized architectural and civil engineering drawings are required in order to do a
thorough design review Only reduced size drawings were submitted for the
revised building design
227 North Main Street
June 28, 2006
Page 3 of 4
3 The massing of the revised building is compatible with the buildings already on the
block
4 A color rendered view of the building from Mulberry Point on the St Croix River
should be submitted
5 A view from the blufflme at Pioneer Park should be provided This view needs to
include rooftop detailing
6 It appears that without the residential floor, rooftop mechanical equipment will be
out in the open on the roof Is this acceptable to the Heritage Preservation
Commission?
7 The building materials and architectural elements of the revised building are much
the same as the previous version of the building Since the previous version was
generally acceptable to the Heritage Preservation Commission and to City staff, this
version is also acceptable
ALTERNATIVES
The Heritage Preservation Commission has the following options
1 Approve the design review as submmtted
2 Deny the design review if the level of detail subrrutted by the apphcant is not sufficient
for the Commission to visualwe the building design
3 Table the design review request for more details
4 Approve the design review conceptually with conditions
RECOMMENDATION
Since the current submittal package is at a conceptual or preluiunary level of detail, staff would
not recommend final approval However, staff does feel comfortable recommending
prehmmary approval of the project, with the followmg conditions
1 Prior to approval of a final design review permit, colored rendering perspectives of
the exterior elevations from the Pioneer Park bluff -line and from Mulberry Point on
the St Croix River must be submitted and approved by the HPC
2 Prior to approval of a final design review permit, detailed full scale building floor
plans and elevations showing all exterior materials and color choices shall be
submitted to, reviewed by and approved by the HPC
3 Prior to approval of a final design review permit, details of all roof penetrations
must be submitted to, reviewed by and approved by the HPC This is required m
order to visualize all roof ventmg, roof stacks, etc
4 No rooftop venting or other penetrations are allowed except those specifically
approved by the HPC and the City Council
5 No mechanical equipment shall be allowed on the rooftop
227 North Main Street
June 28, 2006
Page 4 of 4
6 All utilities and mechanical equipment shall either be mternally located or
completely screened from general pubhc views This includes the mechanical
equipment on the ground at the southeast corner of the building This does not
include utility venting, which is the subject of other conditions of approval, nor does
it include transformers that must provide access for Xcel Energy employees
7 A demohtion permit application must be approved by the HPC and City's Building
Official prior to demolition of the hardware store
8 Prior to approval of a final design review permit, a signage plan must be submitted
to, reviewed by and approved by the HPC In addition a sign permit application
must be submitted to and approved by City staff prior to installation of any signs on
the project site
9 Prior to approval of a final design review permit, an exterior lighting plan must be
submitted to, reviewed by and approved by the HPC
10 Prior to approval of a final design review permit, a drainage plan must be submitted
to, reviewed by and approved by the City Engineer
11 All gutters, downspouts, flashmgs, etc shall be of a color that matches the adjacent
surface
12 The street address of the building shall be displayed in a location conspicuous from
Mam Street
13 All required landscapmg shall be installed prior to final project inspection
14 No trash enclosures are planned to be located outside Therefore, no trash
enclosures or trash bms will be allowed without prior approval of the HPC
15 All construction activity shall conform to the City's noise ordinance Construction
during dry periods shall mitigate dust problems
16 All minor modifications to the final design review permit shall be approved in
advance by the Community Development Director All major modifications shall be
approved in advance by the HPC Determination of the distinction between 'major
and "minor" shall rest with the City Administrator
attachments Location Map
Color rendermg of building seen from Mam Street
Applicant s letter
Excerpt from Downtown Plan
Excerpt from Downtown Design Manual
Application drawings
HPC minutes
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Mainstream Development Partnerehip LLC (MDP) Is intending to develop 227 North Mein Street (the hardwarle store and
eatery lot immediately North) MDP Is proposing its third and final phase of the iedesetaprrieM of the kievle Island Dairy
bulking This proposal Is a mixed use development that continues to expand on the City of Stillwater Corrpihensnve Phi,
Metropolitan Cowell Livable Communibes Act and MDP carvrxtinent to peeking a place for convnunty oriented aarwoes that
improve the fabric of dawn town Stillwater Tits development vwp templets an eight year process that transformed hue Monks of
unoccupied bbght into over 70 000 gel of community oriented mined use space
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The development was the impetus for improvements to the rover front City parting lots over 110 spaces Mulberry Point, Water
Street Irreroverneets and derreiopment on North Main Street The completion of the Maple Island protect provides an Increeee
parcel valuation from $600 000 in 1997 to over $10M n will also provide aver 120 ilea full time lobe doMn town We feed this
project exemplltias a process that incorporates Met Council incentives, City of Stillwater goals and private development
ambitions that contribute In the futtie of Stillwater
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42iviett Scope (REVISED)
MDP is proposing removing the Maple island Hardware bulking and surface parting lot Replacing it wif be 13 000 gsf of
ground floor oorr rntmlty oorrunarclairetatI space that Is accessible to street level at Main Street with service and pedestrian
aooeas firm Water Sheet The second floor providse 13 000 gat of class A office space (c omrrntted tenant) with access from
Main Street The thud d flax has been eliminate. The developrnart is served by private underground parking for 21 with
enclosed trash service.
Reject Design (REIM)
The archltecfrsl design has been redesigned to reflect new height limitations The majority of the bulking top of parapet is 29'
( from Man Street Two star towels to amass the roof have a parepat height of 35 et' The Mulling parapet is 1 teller than
the neighbor to the south (29'-4") As a result of objections by the City Council, the pr soualy designed thud floor and sloped
roof has been eliminated. The bulking mowing and material use draws Inspiration from neigttsonn6 bulldngs tx$th hrstonc and
contemporary Building massing is broken tnto two masses on Main Street, separated by a recessed entry The north and oath
masses include capper dada cylindrical tower, and lower squared tower element that rodeo scale and provide pedestrian
siielter Main Street pedesi nan level uses storefront glazing with transom panels steel posts and lintels and detailed louse
gels Mulberry elevation provides coveted btrtldng aooess/egress Mghtighted with copper midpoint, deicing the budding
mans In half This elevation takes up a 6' grade difference that starts at the comer entteric° at Man to Berme access at Water
Water Street elevation continues the pattern of service access that occurs on both south and north Water Street Access to the
underground perking and trash occur at grade level Tenant access occurs through a raised waWway and stairs Extensive
planting km brick nearing walls and overhead oanopiesfawnmgs are used to reduce the shade of the Water St elevation Roof
design includes grouping ventilation pipes end screened HVAC units The flat roof will have decking, gray trap rock ballast and
try access wets Details incorporated In tee design will be fish and water oriented Some of these Malls include copper 'fish
scale singles fish embossed copper base panels fish and wiaves cast in the concrete base and wavy vrrought iron fencing
and balustrades
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properties that proods oorrrneroeel apace ii the Cl) MOP, 11C is suggesting to Cdy onsets a Pertdng District that Moss
properbes to be developed In the CDS by contributing to a City administered parting turd. This oorraepd r mlooesil+dly
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Design Guidelines
o Dependent on building design, no setback may be
required along Main Street
o Required parking shall be provided on site
o Access to parking areas shall be limited to Mulberry
and Main Street for commercial uses
o The project design and landscape plan should complement
the new streetscape design for the North Main Street
area
o A landscaped buffer or residential use shall be located
along Second Street.
o The Central Business District and Downtown Design
Guidelines shall be met.
,;i Special Site #6
The Maple Island site includes the Maple Island Plant, Water
Street and existing railroad spur to the east. The full
potential of the approximately two acre site is dependent on
the vacation of Water Street and removal of railroad storage
tracks. Without railroad tracks removed, visual as well as
pedestrian access to the river is limited The site is cri-
tical to the Downtown because it provides a link between the
South Main Street existing historic retail/office area and
the North Main Street activity area The site could connect
the river and Mulberry Point to Main Street and has the
potential to create a central major focal point for
Downtown. The site presents an opportunity to retain the
zero setback Main Street edge while providing a more contem-
porary site development design. The design plan calls for a
mixed use, office/retail/housing complex with market plaza
and arcade opening up to the river The site also has
potential for a hotel/mixed use project with its proximity
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to Downtown, the marina and river. Lands to the south, west
or east of the site could be included in the project
depending on the development concept.
Preferred Land Use
Mixed use, retail/office/residential or hotel/retail
Design Guidelines
o The project design should take full advantage of the
river by providing views and pedestrian access.
o Main Street building setback shall be determined by
building design, provision of pedestrian amenities, and
sensitivity to Main Street.
o A market plaza or similar public open space pedestrian
amenity, connecting Main Street to the river, should be
incorporated into the design of the site.
o The project landscape plan and design shall complement
the new streetscape plan for Mulberry Boulevard and
North Main Street.
o Adequate right-of-way shall be provided for Mulberry
Boulevard improvements.
o The project shall meet the Central Business District
and Floodplain regulations and the Downtown Design
Guidelines.
South Riverfront Property, Site #7
This City -owned site runs from the parking lot just south of
Brick Alley and the southern boundaries of Lowell Park to
Sunnyside Marina to the south as shown on Figure 6. The
site represents tremendous opportunity for addition to the
City riverfront parks and open space system. The site is
currently leased from the City for river barge operations.
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Design Principles for New Construction
New infill buildings should fit into the fabric of existing buildings and the overall streetscape and not present a jarring contrast with
what is already there Therefore, design guidelines for existing storefronts also hold true for new construction The basic pnnciple for
new construction in histonc Downtown Stillwater is to maintain the scale and character of present buildings Generally new structures
should provide height, massing, setback, matenals and rhythm compatibility to surrounding structures The reproduction of histonc
design and details is expensive, artificial and is recommended only in some special cases of mfill or small-scale construction
Design Principles for Restoration and Rehabilitation
Many buildings in Downtown Stillwater retain their onginal character, there are also many buildings that have been altered so
drastically since they were first constructed that little remains of their onginal design Rear walls and upper floors of older buildings
sometimes show their ongmal character and from these areas one can imagine the ongmal appearance of the fronts of these buildings
Of course, old photos are also helpful, and an abundance of photographic evidence is available at the State Historic Preservation
Office, the Washington County Historical Society and the John Runk photo collection at the Stillwater Public Library
To the extent possible, modification to storefronts and building facades should seek to remove inconsistent present layers of siding and
signage to emphasize the design and materials of the ongmal building New designs may be appropriate if the building has been
altered to the point that the original design has been destroyed Any new design should respect the proportions as well as the detailing
of the ongmal design and should use materials, which are consistent with those used in the ongmal buildings New design elements
such cloth awnings, flower boxes or signage which did not exist at previous times may be appropnate to give the building both color
and character Care must be taken so design elements are not applied which attempt to make a building appear as if it is from a period
or style other than it really is
General principals for restoration and rehabilitation are taken from the Secretary of Intenor's Standards for Rehabilitation
• All work should be of a character and quahty that maintains the distinguishing features of the building and environment The removal of
architectural features is not permitted
• Deteriorated architectural features should be repaired rather than replaced whenever possible In the event of replacement new matenals should
match the ongmal m composition, design color, texture and appearance Duplication of ongmal design based on physical or pictonal evidence is
preferable to usmg conjectural of "period" designs or using parts of other buildings
• Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship charactenstic of structures of a penod should be treated sensitively
Furthermore, if changes in use of a building are contemplated, they should be accomplished with minimum alteration to the structure and fabnc
• In general it is expected that buildings will be restored to their ongmal appearance However, alterations to buildings are sometimes significant
because they reflect the history of the building and the distnct This significance should be respected and restoration to an "ongmal ' appearance
may not always be desirable All buildings should be recognized as products of their own time (Example A building that was constructed in 1890
should resemble a building from 1890 )
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Pedestrian -Oriented Design
Background
Throughout history there have been places m the city where people could go to see people, and be seen Downtown Main Street
Stillwater has played its traditional role as a place where people can meet, see others, and be seen themselves This is part of what
makes it so special It is often the downtown main street that identifies an independent small town from genenc suburban
environments Maintaining the pedestrian quality of the main street through the use of "pedestrian -oriented design" is cntical We
know that this design works because it is this 'promenade' model of a traditional main street that has been copied m every regional
shopping mall ever created
Guidehnes
• The design of the building should help make the street enjoyable, visually interesting and comfortable Individual buildings
should be integrated with the streetscape to bung activity in the building in direct contact with the people on the street
• Avoid blank walls, closed curtains, and neglected storefronts These are all pedestrian turn-offs Put two or three m a row and
you've killed the attraction to pedestnans It doesn't work in a mall and it doesn't work downtown
• Natural fight should be allowed to penetrate into the store mtenor
• Displays should allow the customer a full view of the store mtenor
• Window displays should be attractive when viewed from both the sidewalk and the store mtenor
• Light fixtures should be hidden from view
• Window displays should allow people in the store to see out
• Existing uninterestmg street facades can be enhanced with detailing, artwork, landscaping or other visually mterestmg features
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Trademark Building Design
Background
Trademark buildings have been designed m such a way as to make the services or goods sold immediately recognizable through the use of a
specific architectural design, materials and colors of the building These were first developed on or near high-speed freeways where taking the time
to read a sign would be too dilficult Such designs are generally in conflict wilh the charactenstics of pedestrian onented commercial storefronts
Guidelines
• Trademark buildings are prohibited
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Design Criteria
Design Guidehnes
The following guidelines, for the most part, deal with general rather than specific design elements m order to provide direction yet
stimulate and encourage architectural innovation
• Setback
• Proportion
• Height
• Parking
• Rear Entrances
• Roofs
• Utility Areas and Mechanical Equipment
• Detailing
• Facade Openings
• Matenais
• Color
• Lighting
• Awnings
• Signs and Graphics
• Architectural Signs
• Storefront Signs
• Window Signs
• Projecting Signs
• Painted Wall Signs and Murals
• Landscaping
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Setback
Background
Nothing does more to negatively change the social space of a small downtown street than the front building setback The recent emphasis onthe
automobile and parking lots in front of commercial structures can effectively destroy a pedestrian expinence It is far better to build nght up to the
sidewalk and facilitate the chances for browsing, social interaction and people watchmg On occasion creating pubhc space with a larger building
setback can be successful if the emphasis remains on creating a space that complements and enhances the streetscape
Guidehnes
• Infil1 buildings shall be built to the Main Street front property line, flush to adjacent buildings Exceptions may be granted if
the setback is pedestrian oriented and contnbutes to the quality and character of Maui Street
• Arcades adjacent to Main Street sidewalks are encouraged to increase the effective width of the narrow sidewalks and provide
a sheltered pedestrian path along store display windows
• No side setbacks are allowed unless next to a public pedestrian way
AVOID SETBACK FROM ADJACENT
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BUILD IN LINE WITH ADJACENT
BUILDINGS
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Proportion
Backround
On Main Street, new buildmg with wide disproportionate dimensions can easily disrupt the existing pattern of narrow lots and reletively high and
narrow individual facades Also, wide, undifferentiated walls or wmdows can drastically impact the existing pattern of narrow, high facade
openings such as wmdows and doorways
Guidelines
• The proportion of mfill buildings 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
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Height
Background
This is one of the important elements to consider when designing new structures or additions to existing structures While vaned heights can mix
with each other m visually interesting ways, a building, which is significantly taller than adjacent development, will seriously disrupt the existing
scale of the downtown area
Guidelines
• The heights of new buildmgs shall conform to the average height of buildings on the block street face
• The height of new buildings shall be four (4) stories and fifty -feet (50') maximum or two (2) stories m,mmum, and within ten
percent (10%) of existing adjacent buildmgs
• Proposals should stnve to mamtam compatibility with adjacent cornice lines, floor to floor heights where these are strongly
expressed, sign bands, and any other elements which serve to unify the street elevation as a whole
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Parking
Background
The proper placement of the of parking areas m a traditional downtown are important factors m ensuring commercial success and maintaining a
unique pedestrian expenence
Guidelines
• Every effort should be made to maximize the retail space directly on Main Street and locate parking areas behind the buildings
• Parking lots should be screened from the street and the sidewalk either by walls or plantings or both If walls are used, their
material should be compatible with the walls of existing adjacent buildings Walls should be at least eighteen inches (18") high
• Parking structures should take advantage of the topography of the site to conceal the structure to the extent possible from public
view The same care should be taken in the design of the parking as with any other building regarding setbacks, height, proportions
facade openings, detailing and matenals The structure should complement the streetscape through the accent landscaping or other
pedestrian amenities
• Parking structures shall be designed to minimize the use of blank facades directly on the street
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Rear Entrances
Background
In the past rear entrances served as service entrances only and were not intended for public use Today, with the emphasis on automobile parking
taking place behind businesses, the rear entrance is an important public access
Guidelines
• The rear facade entrance should be clean and well maintained and present a welcome appearance A small sign, awnings, display
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Roofs
Background
One of the major differences between residential and commercial buildings is the roof pitch
form of sloping or pitched roof whereas commercial structures are known for their reletivly
wall plane If this vertical extension is low, it is known as a parapet, if the extension beyond
of the building, it is known as a false front
Guidelines
• The predominant roof shape in the commercial core is flat (slightly sloped to
often embellished with bnck detailing, are often stepped or sloped to achieve
along the building facade
• Infill building roofs shall be flat or gently pitched and hidden behind parapet
• Roof edges should be related in size and proportion to adjacent buildings
or roofhne Residemial structures usually have some
flat roofs, often hidden by the extension of the from
the roof plane is great, sometimes doubling the height
dram), with articulated parapets These parapets,
a visually interesting yet harmonious sequence
walls that articulate the rhythm of the building
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Utility Areas and Mechanical Equipment
Background
Histoncally, utility areas or service entrances were accomodated 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
Guidelines
• Screen exterior trash and storage areas, service yards, loading areas, transformers and air conditioning units from
view of nearby streets and adjacent structures in a manner that is compatible with the building and site design All
roof equipment shall be screened from public view
• Use architectural elements to screen mechanical equipment
In attempting TO create the most aesthetic pedestrian expenence possible, it is important to conceal the visually intrusive
material from view
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Detailing
Background
Downtown Stillwater has an assortment of masonry structures from the 1860's — 1940's in ltahanate, Queen Anne and Classical Revival styles to
name just a few The architectural ornamentation includes a vanety of decorative features characteristic of early commercial storefronts
Articulated tin conuces, corbelled bnckwork, pronounced window lintels and sills are examples of the ornamentation most often seen in
Stillwater's Histonc Downtown District
Guidehnes
• The characteristic architectural features should never be removed or altered unless it is absolutely necessary
• Building alterations should restore architectural details of conuces, lintels, bnck arches, chimneys and ironwork of the ongmal
building as appropnate and feasable
• Where detailing has already been removed, every effort should be made to replicate them The use of the extensive historic
photographic records of Downtown Stillwater is highly recommended to discover missing detaililing
• Infi11 architecture should reflect some of the detailmg of surrounding buildings in window shape, cornice lines and brick work
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Facade Openings
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Background
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
wmdows and httle or no spacing between openings Upper story openings are predominantly narrow with a vertical onentation that accompanies
double -hung windows
Guidelines
• The size and proportion of windows and door openings of an mfill building should be similar to those on the adjacent facades
• Avoid infill panels when providing new windows in existing masonry openings
• Storefront restoration should return the facade to its original character appropriate
• Avoid concealing the ongmal facade
The majonty of storefronts have very common elements that include (1) entries, (2) kick plates, (3) display windows, (4) transom
windows and a horizontal area for a canopy or sign
Transom windows
Display windows
Entry
Kick Plates
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Facade Openings
1 TRANSOM WINDOWS
Background
Transom windows were smaller windows above the display windows that functioned as early energy savers They allowed dayhght to enter deep
into the intenor of the space When operable, they allowed excessive heat to escape Transoms also continued the transparent quahty of the
storefront up to the top "frame" of the front facade, and are therefore an important element in the proportion of the building front
Guidelines
Often transom windows can still be found in downtown buildings underneath extenor cover-ups, and or above dropped ceihngs They
should be retained whenever possible If the ceiling inside the store has been lowered, the ceiling could slope up 2-3 feet back to meet
the transom, or dark painted panels can be placed behind transom windows to help simulate transparency and depth
2 DISPLAY WINDOWS
Background
The display window is the link between the pedestrian environment outside and the business inside
Guidelines
• A m,n,mum of sixty percent (60%) of the street level Main Street facade shall be transparent and thirty percent (30%) on side
streets or rear facades
• For remodeling, the onginal size, division and shape of display windows within the overall storefront frame should be
preserved
• For an mfill building, window frames should be wood, or appropnately colored aluminum or vinyl clad
• Reflective glass is prohibited
• Mirrored or heavily tinted glass on the first floor or street level should not be used because it conveys a conflictmg modern
design feeling It also creates a blank wall effect, which may be offensive to the pedestrian
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Facade Openings
3 ENTRIES
Background
Commercial storefront entries were typically recessed from the front plane of the structure This provided a sheltered transition area to the mtenor
of the store, more area for display space, and helped to emphasize the location of the entrance
Guidelines
• Recessed entnes should be retained m existmg buildings and required in new storefront construction
• Commercial entry doors use large, glass panels with vertical proportions to aid a sense of invitation and openness to the
business
• Solid or residential -type doors with small areas of glass should be avoided
• Openings containing double entry doors should be retained
• Painted wood doors and wood framing are preferred Aluminum doors and doorframes, aluminum windows and their
accessories with a clear aluminum finish are not acceptable, although colored anodized aluminum is acceptable
4 KICK PLATES
Background
The kick plate, or bulkhead, functions to protect the display window by raising the glass area to a safer and more easily viewed height
Histoncally matenals have included wood panels, stone, bnck and ceramic tile
Guidelines
• The ongmal kick plate materials should always be retained, maintained, or uncovered when possible
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Materials
Background
Buildings within the commercial core were constructed with bnck, stone or wood Many of the original wood buildings have been lost to fire or
decay leaving the masonry buildings as the lone remnants Compatability with similar exterior construction materials m the immediate area is
recommended m order to maintain the distinct character and harmony of the area
Guidelines
• An infill building and facade should be composed of matenals similar to ongmal adjacent facades (example local bnck or
stone)
• New buildings should not stand out agamst the others but be compatable with the general area
• The use of exposed or pamted concrete masonry units is not acceptable
• The use of materials that attempt to mimic traditional materials is unacceptable An example would be fiberglass panels that
are molded to look like real bnck, or vmyl molded to look like wood honzontal lap siding
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Color
Background
The relationship of the colors and tones used on new or improved structures must be compatible with the color and tone patterns already
estabhshed by adjacent buildmgs The tasteful use of color and accent can introduce vanety and charm, whereas the mdiscnmmate use of colors
and color combmations can overload the senses and produce visual conflict and chaos Exercise caution m the use of colors and tone combmations
and their patterns The goal is to achieve an area -wide complementary blend of background colors combined with selected and limited uses of
pnmary and focal colors
Guidelines
• 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 back or other natural building materials should dictate the color family choice
• Painting new mfill buildings is prohibited
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Lighting
Background
Lighting can add special character to the nighttime appearance of the Downtown It can illununate building entrances, pedestrian walkways, and
advertismg or floodhght special buildings However, if left without consideration of the entire downtown expenence unchecked lighting can
produce visual chaos, waste energy and create safety concerns
Guidelines
• A coordinated hghtmg plan should be submitted for review with building plans Provide information on each individual light
fixture proposed, including fixture sections, lamp type and wattage
• Lighting fixtures should be concealed or integrated into the overall design of the project The light source should be hidden
from direct pedestrian or motonst view
• Unshielded wall pack fight fixtures are not appropriate
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Background
Histoncally, awnings were a frequent feature of the commercial buildings downtown Photographic records show how the use of awnings softened
an otherwise hard and ngid streetscape Their main function was to shade the building and the merchendise, however, they were retractable to
allow more dayhght in when needed Secondanly the awnings provided protection for pedestrians and only on occasion did the awning get used
for signage Lettering on the awnings was seen only on the front valance so it was visiable when the awning was either in the lowered or raised
position
Guidelines
• Retractable or operable awning are encouraged Fixed awnings should mimic the profile of operable units (one to one pitch)
• The emphasis of the awning should remain one of shelter and protection, rather than signage In keeping with this, the awning
should be loose and flowing, not stretched tight, subtle and subdued in color, not bnght, extending well out over the sidewalk,
not a mere window dressing
• The width of awnings should fit the geometry of the building facade They should not extend across multiple storefronts of
different buildings, but should reflect the window or door openings below
• The use of water-repellent or vinyl -coated canvas is in keeping with awnings of the time Plastic or aluminum awnings or
canopies are not appropriate
• Fixed, round -headed awnings will be considered only over arched windows or doors, and only if placed below or within the
arched lintel
• The awning valance, or skirt, shall be proportioned to the size of the awning But shall not exceed twelve (12) niches in height
• Signing on awnings is permitted (in place of other sign types) on the end panel or front valance only Use lettering size
proportional to the space available
• Back lighting of the awnings is inappropriate,
• Use plain or striped fabrics Large areas of bnght colors are mappropnate
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A3 — FOUNDATION PLAN
A4 — GARAGE PLAN
A5 — GROUND FLOOR PLAN
A6 — SECOND FLOOR PLAN
A7 — THIRD FLOOR PLAN
A8 — FOURTH FLOOR PLAN
A9 — ROOF PLAN
A10— EAST AND WEST ELEVATIONS
Al 1— NORTH AND SOUTH ELEVATIONS
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A13— N/S BUILDING SECTION
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PARKING REQUIREMENTS
CONVENIENCE (1 200sf)
OFFCE (1/300a
HOUSING UNIT (1 5/1 UNIT + 1/3 UNITS)
PARING VARIANCE REQUESTED
93 STALLS SHORT OF REQUIRED
BUONO CODE
OCCUPANCY 52 (PARKING GARAGE) M (MERCHANf1LE) B (OFFICE) -R2 (MULTI —RESIDENTIAL)
OCCUPANT LOAD
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EXITING REQUIREMENTS
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3RD FIR — 65 OCC x 2 = 13'
2ND FLR — 130 0CC x 2 = 26
STAIR EGRESS REQ = 49
STAIR EGRESS PROV = 72
1ST FIR —2870CCx15=43
GARAGE FIR — 65 0CC x 2= 13
STAIR EGRESS REQ = 49
TOTAL EGRESS REQ 0 EXIT = 105
TOTAL EGRESS POV ® EXIT = 144
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RETAIL (13000 sf) = 65 STALLS
OFFICE (13 000 sf) = 40 STALLS
4 UNITS = 9 STALLS
TOTAL REQUIRED = 114 STALLS
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ASSOCIATES
City of Stillwater
Heritage Preservation Commission
May 1 2006
Case No DR/06-19 Design review of a planned unit development for a 45 000-square-foot mixed use
retail office and residential use with underground parking in the Central Business District at 227 N
Main St Mainstream Development Partnership LLC applicant
Representing Mainstream Development were Vern and Tim Stefan Tim Stefan provided a model of the
building and described proposed materials and provided color samples of brick and copper shingles
The building would house retail use on the first floor office space on the second level and seven
condominium units on the third level and loft area
The main points of discussion centered on the height and potential requirement for a demolition permit
As proposed the new structure would be 42 to the roof parapet Mr Eastwood asked about the newly -
adopted height overlay district and whether the maximum allowable height is 3 stories or 35 Mr
Turnblad said the intent of the ordinance is a maximum or 3 stories Mr Harycki asked about the infill
height restriction limiting a new structure to a maximum of 10 percent higher than adjacent properties
Mr Harycki said he would like clarification regarding
the height restrictions and said he was unwilling to abandon the new ordinance on the first test case It
was noted that the height issue and parking issues require variances and are issues the Planning
Commission will have to deal with
Regarding the requirement for a demolition permit Tim Stefan said he had been unable to determine
the age of the structure Mr Johnson noted that Maple Island provided diary products during WW II and
the structure likely dates back to that time Mr Peterson suggested that building permits and property
abstracts would be helpful in determining the age of the structure and noted it was the applicant s
charge to determine that Mr Lieberman and Mr Johnson suggested it would be premature to consider
the application until it is determined whether a demolition permit is required Mr Turnblad said it is the
City Attorney s opinion that the demolition issue can be considered separate from the design review
process It was agreed to provide design comments with the understanding that the HPC does not
approve or disapprove of the application until the demolition issue is resolved
Mr Tomten said he thought the proposed setbacks enhance the streetscape He noted that is was not
uncommon historically for buildings on corners to get precedence be larger and more prominent and
said he thought the applicant had a good job in scaling the building in relation to the adjacent buildings
He also spoke in favor of the use of glazing/fenestrations on the Main Street elevation that differentiate
the office use from the residential use
There was a question about roof penetrations Tim Stefan said the proposal is to have an active
rooftop with pool and deck Tim Stefan said the only rooftop mechanicals not screened would be two
3x3 air conditioning units, which could be housed inside the building if preferred Mr Zahren asked if
there would be any greenery on the roof Mr Stefan replied that there likely would be some planters
Mr Johnson asked about the use of the towers on the corners Tim Stefan said the towers are used to
signify entries, Mr Johnson suggested the towers do not serve that purpose on the Water Street
elevation Mr Stefan asked for input regarding the Water Street elevation and the proposed loading
dock and access to the underground parking area Mr Johnson said he thought the loading dock works
well as it carries through the industrial look of that elevation and picks up the details of the other
buildings
Mr Lieberman said he liked the differentiation in setbacks, the idea of an active rooftop and said he
was not uncomfortable with the direction of the design if the other hurdles are met Mr Eastwood said
he thought the biggest issue was the massing of the building, he also said building setbacks are not
part of the downtown design guidelines
Mr Lieberman moved to invite the applicant back to the June HPC meeting for a closer design review
or to hold a public hearing on a demolition permit if that is needed and issued and then move to a more
detailed design review In the interim Mr Lieberman said he hoped the Planning Commission and
Council would deal with the non-HPC issues Mr Johnson seconded the motion clarifying this was
conceptual consideration of the design only The applicant was advised to work with Mr Turnblad in an
effort to determine whether a demolition permit is needed before the next HPC meeting Motion passed
unanimously
City of Stillwater
Heritage Preservation Commission
June 5 2006
Case No DR/06-19 Design review of a planned unit development for a mixed use retail office and
residential use with underground parking in the Central Business District located at 227 N Main St
Mainstream Development Partnership LLC applicant Continued from the May 1 2006 meeting
Present were Tim Stefan and Vern Stefan Tim Stefan said that in response to the discussion at the
May meeting their proposal had been altered and one floor removed He provided various models of
the building with various roof styles He also provided some samples of the proposed building
materials The first floor of the building would house retail uses with a recessed entry from Main Street
The second floor would house office use The second floor would feature 12' ceilings and clad
windows The third floor would be utilized for four living units A gabled roof would allow mechanicals to
be hidden unlike a flat roof where mechanicals would have to be on the roof Mr Stefan stated he
preferred the gabled roof and Commission members agreed Mr Stefan also noted that they are
requesting a variance to the 10 percent infill height regulation According to the infill regulations the
height would be limited to 10 percent of the adjacent building or 32 3' , they are proposing a building
37 3 in height
Mr Johnson spoke to some of the revisions made by the applicant in response to the Commission's
comments at the May meeting Mr Lieberman agreed that many of the issues raised at the previous
meeting had been addressed and addressed well but he noted that given the need for a variance, the
Commission can t approve the plans until that issue is resolved Mr Lieberman moved to give concept
approval to the revised plans and materials as being consistent with the Downtown Design Guidelines
with final resolution pending the outcome of the demolition permit and height variance, it also was
stated that in giving concept approval the Commission offers no opinion as to whether a demolition
permit will be issued or height variance granted Mr Eastwood seconded the motion, motion passed
unanimously
I F OIRTHP A F OF MINNESOIA
DATE
APPLICANT Robin Partch, Northern Vineyards
REQUEST Reconsideration of Design Review Conditions
LOCATION 223 North Main
HPC REVIEW DATE July 5, 2006
PREPARED BY Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director
June 29, 2006
CASE NO DR/06-20
1,
BACKGROUND
On May 1, 2006 the Heritage Preservation Commission approved the design review for
an arbor on the second floor deck at Northern Vineyards Winery The approval was
given with the condition that the rear of the building be cleaned up by enclosing the
dumpsters and removing all items that are stored outside
The rear of the building has been cleaned up now The large fermentation tanks have
been stored off -site and all of the various smaller items have been removed as well
What remains outside against the building are two pieces of stainless steel equipment
that are used during harvest season for destemming, crushing and pressing grapes
Enclosing the dumpsters has not been done yet As Mr Partch and city staff began to
address the dumpster issue it became clear that enclosing the two Northern Vineyards
dumpsters would not have an appreciable aesthetic impact River Market and
Northern Vineyards have dumpster areas located side by side behind their businesses
Enclosing the two Northern Vineyards dumpsters will do nothing to remedy the
dumpster unsightliness, since the River Market dumpsters dwarf the Northern
Vineyard dumpsters both in terms of number and size
SPECIFIC REQUEST
Amend the condition of approval by
1) Allowing the two pieces of stainless steel equipment to be stored outside, and
2) Requiring enclosure of the Northern Vineyard dumpsters only when the River
Market dumpsters are enclosed
Northern Vineyards
Page 2
EVALUATION OF REQUEST
The winery layout and flow of operations during the harvest season does not allow the
two pieces of stainless steel equipment to be used inside They have to be used outside
where the grapes are delivered Moreover, the equipment is heavy and is not designed
or built to be moved around during the non -harvest portion of the year Therefore, the
request to leave the equipment outside is reasonable
With regard to the dumpsters, requiring Northern Vineyards to enclose their dumpsters
without addressing the much larger issue of dumpsters on the immediately abutting
River Market property is ineffective The grocery store has many more dumpsters than
Northern Vineyards and they are larger as well Any real solution to the unsightliness
must also include the grocery store dumpsters
ALTERNATIVES
The Heritage Preservation Commission has several options, including
1 Leave the condition of approval as it is This action would have the effect of
requiring Northern Vineyards to relocate their two pieces of stainless steel
equipment indoors and to enclose their two dumpsters
2 Amend the condition of approval to a) require enclosure of the Northern
Vineyard dumpsters when the River Market dumpsters are enclosed, and/or
b) allow the two pieces of stainless steel equipment to remain outside
3 Table the request for more details
RECOMMENDATION
Staff finds both Northern Vineyard requests to be reasonable Moreover, the rear of the
building looks dramatically better now than it did before the Heritage Preservation
Commission asked Mr Partch to clean up the area Therefore, staff recommends
Alternative 2 approval of the requested amendment
cc Robin Partch
attachments Applicant s letter
HPC Minutes
Northern Vineyards
June 5, 2006
Mr Bill Turnblad
Community Development Department
City of Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Mr Turnblad
At the May 1, 2006 meeting of the Hentage Preservation Commission, Mmnesota
Winegrowers Cooperative dba Northern Vineyards Winery, 223 North Main Street asked for
and received permission to construct a grape arbor on our second -floor deck facing Water
Street and the river
The Commission made it a condition of approval that the equipment stored in the rear of
the building be stored inside I have moved offsite all of the polyethylene tanks that we use
for fermentation Other items have been removed as waste That leaves two pieces of
stainless steel equipment used for destemming, crushing, and pressing the grapes we receive
during harvest season, August through October This equipment and the surroundings are
cleaned on a daily basis when we are processing grapes, and are stored in a clean condition
during the offseason I would ask that those pieces be allowed to stay in the area underneath
the deck They are quite heavy and not really built to be moved around
Thank you for your consideration
Sincerely,
Robin Partcn, General Manager
223 North Main Street • Stillwater, MN 55082 • 651-430-1032
www northernvineyards com • northernvineyards@att net
City of Stillwater
Hentage Preservation Commission
May 1 2006
Case No DR/06-20 Design review of proposed construction of a free-standing grape arbor on
second floor deck of Northern Vineyards Winery at 223 N Main St in the CBD Central
Business District Robin Partch applicant
The applicant was present There was a question about the height Mr Partch said the arbor will
be a bit below the roofline Mr Johnson said he was surprised that the applicant would
introduce the public to the rear of the buildings due to dumpsters and'bther items being located
outside Mr Johnson said he thought the dumpster was supposed to be screened and
suggested this was an opportunity to clean up the rear elevation and make it more customer -
friendly Mr Johnson moved approval with the condition that the dumpster(s) be stored inside
the building or located in a screened enclosure Mr Eastwood seconded the motion motion
passed unanimously
Case No DR/06-21 Design review of proposed signage for Stillwater Medical Clinic at 1500
Curve Crest Blvd in the BP -I Business Park Industrial District Dan Ginkel applicant
Mr Ginkel explained the intent is to replace the existing freestanding sign The new sign will be
somewhat larger but of similar construction to the existing signage the new sign will be
constructed using the same materials as the main building It was noted that the proposed
directional signs cannot include the name of the clinic There was a question about landscaping
around the sign Mr Ginkel noted that landscaping is not part of the signage package, a
landscaping plan was submitted Mr Ginkel also noted there is no landscaping around the
existing freestanding sign
Mr Tomten moved approval with the condition that the name of the clinic be removed from the
directional signs Mr Eastwood seconded the motion motion passed unanimously
Other items
Mills on Main discussion Representing the developers were Dave May and Scott England
architect Mr Lieberman began the discussion by noting this was not a public hearing and was
not noticed as such Mr May provided photos of the northwest corner of the site which showed
where pipes had been painted and some had been cut down since the last discussion Four
different colors were used in painting the pipes -- black two different shades of gray and a
brown tone The heating and air conditioning vents have been lowed and all bathroom and
dryer vents taken done to code 18' above the roof He said plumbing stacks can be lowered
when testing is complete He said the horizontal pipes could be relocated and the one on the
southeast corner may be shortened by about 4
Mr Harycki asked if there were any other alternatives Mr England said engineers have flatly
denied any tent structure Utilizing screening walls would be just as unappealing he said
because so much screening would be required Members questioned whether the
developers/architects knew there would be this much "litter' on the roof and suggested that it
was the developers/architects responsibility to anticipate that one of the most prominent
features of the building would be the rooftop Mr England responded that with a flat roof they
knew penetrations would be needed but also knew they were not allowed to have rooftop
equipment Mr England also noted that fireplace flues could be vented through the side walls
but that was not allowed by the City Mr Johnson suggested that if the HPC knew there would
4
City of Stillwater
Heritage Preservation Commission
Demohtion Permit Application Packet
INTRODUCTION
This packet was put together as a quick reference to help you, the applicant,
properly complete and submit a demolition apphcation The examples provided m
this packet are for illustration proposes only and should be used only as a reference
In some cases additional information will be required while others will require less
If you have any questions please contact the City of'Shllwater Community
Development Department at 651-430-8820
PACKET CONTENTS
➢ Demolition Request Permit
➢ Chapter 34 - City of Stillwater Building Demolition Ordinance
➢ Example Apphcation letter
➢ List of contract historians from the Minnesota Historical Society State Historic
Preservation Office
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
15 copies of a demolition permit/plan which must include the following
mformation
a A map showing the location of the building or structure to be demolished
on its property and with reference to neighborhood properties,
b A legal description of property and owner of record,
c Photographs of all building elevations,
d A description of the building or structure or portion of building or
structure to be demolished,
e The reason for the proposed demolition and data supporting the reason,
including, where applicable, data sufficient to establish any economic
justification for demolition,
f Proposed plans and schedule for reuse of the property on which the
building or structure to be demolished is located,
g Relation of demolition and future site use to the comprehensive plan and
zoning requirements,
h A description of alternatives to the demolition,
i Evidence that the building or structure has been advertised for sale for
restoration or reuse and that sale for restoration or reuse is not
economically feasible, and
j The Heritage Preservation Commission strongly recommends that the
applicant retain one of the contract historians on the attached list to
complete a report on the age and cultural/historical sigruhcance of the
property
Updated June 19 2006
Heritage Preservation Commission
Demolition Request Permit
Demolition Permit No
Fee $100*
Address of Project Parcel No
Lot Block Subdivision
Applicant _
Address
Telephone No
Owner if different than Applicant
Address Telephone No
Type of Structure
Age of Structure Condition of Structure
Intended Use of Site after Demolition
Signature of Applicant
Signature of Owner
Date
Date
*After review and approval of the demolition permit request with the Heritage Preservation Commission, a
building permit must be obtained with the City of Stillwater Building Department The fee for the building
permit is based on the valuation of the demolition project
Office Use Only
HPC Review Date
❑ Approved
City Planner/Community Development Director
❑ Denied
Date
Chapter 34
BUILDING DEMOLITION*
Sec 34-1 Purpose of chapter
Sec 34 2 Definitions
Sec 34-3 Permit required
Sec 34-4 Procedure
Sec 34-5 Demolition plan review
Sec 34 6 Emergency demohtion
Sec 34 7 Injunction
Sec 34-8 Violation of chapter
*Cross references —Zoning ch 31 building code ch 33
State law reference—Demohtion of buildings on tax forfeited lands Minn Stat § 282 04
CD34 1
BUILDING DEMOLITION § 34 5
Sec 34-1 Purpose of chapter
This chapter is adopted for the purpose of
protecting the historic and aesthetic qualities of
the city by preserving, rehabilitating or restonng,
when reasonable, buildings or structures which
constitute or reflect distinctive features of the
architectural or histoncal resources of the city,
thereby promoting the public welfare and presery
ing the cultural hentage of the city
(Ord No 814, 12-5-95)
Sec 34-2 Definitions
The following words, terms and phrases, when
used in this chapter, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this subdivision, except where
the context clearly indicates a different meaning
Buildings or structures of potential historic
significance means a building or structure or
portion of a building or structure 50 years of age
or older
Commission means the heritage preservation
commission
Historically significant building or structure
means any building or structure or portion of a
building or structure on the National Histonc
Register, a designated local landmark or a con
tnbuting structure or building in a designated
national register histonc distnct
Nonhistoric structure or building means a struc-
ture or building less than 50 years old or a
noncontributing structure in a nationally or lo-
cally designated historic district
(Ord No 814, 12-5-95)
Gross reference —Definitions generally § 21 2
Sec 34-3 Permit required
No building or structure may be demolished
without obtaining a demolition permit An apple
cation for a demolition permit must be filed with
the city building official
(Ord No 814, 12-5 95)
Sec 34-4 Procedure
The building official must forward a copy of
each demolition permit application to the commu
nity development director for determination of
histonc significance or potential significance The
community development director must make the
following detemmnation
Subd 1 The building or structure is histon-
cally significant or potentially histoncally signif-
icant, or
Subd 2 The building or structure is not his-
torically or potentially lustonc
If buildings or structures are determined by the
community development director to be histonc or
potentially histonc, the application must be sent
to the commission for review according to section
34-5 Buildings or structures determined
nonhistonc must be referred to the building offi
coal for issuance of a demolition permit
(Ord No 814, 12-5 95)
Sec 34 5 Demolition plan review
Demolition plan review shall be conducted as
follows
Subd 1 Not less than 30 days after the com
munity development director determines that a
building or structure is historically significant,
the applicant for the permit must submit to the
commission 15 copies of a demolition plan wluch
must include the following information
(1) A map showing the Location of the build-
ing or structure to be demolished on its
property and with reference to neighbor-
hood properties,
(2) A legal description of property and owner
of record,
(3) Photographs of all building elevations,
(4) A description of the building or structure
or portion of building or structure to be
demolished,
(5) The reason for the proposed demolition
and data supporting the reason, includ-
ing, where applicable, data sufficient to
establish any economic justification for
demolition,
(6) Proposed plans and schedule for reuse of
the property on which the building or
structure to be demolished is located,
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34-5 STILLWATER CODE
(7) Relation of demolition and future site use
to the comprehensive plan and zoning
requirements,
(8) A descnption of alternatives to the demo-
lition, and
(9) Evidence that the building or structure
has been advertised for sale for restora-
..tion or reuse and that sale for restoration
or reuse is not economically feasible
Subd 2 The commission must hold a pubhc
hearing according to chapter 31, subdivision 29(9)
of this Code on the pending application
(Ord No 814, 12-5-95)
Sec 34-6 Emergency demohtion
If a historically significant or other significant
building or structure poses an immediate threat
to health or safety due to its deteriorated condi-
tion, the owner of the building or structure may
request issuance of an emergency demolition per-
mit If both the community development director
and building official find that the condition of the
building or structure poses a senous and immi-
nent threat to pubhc health and safety and that
there is no reasonable alternative to the immedi-
ate demolition, the community development direc-
tor and building official may issue an emergency
demolition permit
(Ord No 814, 12-5-95)
Sec 34-7 Injunction
In addition to any other relief provided by this
chapter, the city attorney may apply to a court of
competent jurisdiction for an injunction to pro-
hibit the continuation of any violation of this
chapter This application for relief may include
seeking a temporary restraining order, temporary
injunction and permanent injunction
(Ord No 814, 12-5-95)
Sec 34-8 Violation of chapter
Any person violating any provision of this
chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and a
separate offense shall be deemed committed on
each day during on which a violation occurs or
continues
(Ord No 814, 12 5-95)
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City of -Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Gentlemen
Attached is a Demolition Request for the property at 1010 Third Avenue South The
following information is attached in compliance with Ordinance No 814 dated December
5, 1995
Based on the definitions in Subd 2, the house for wluch a demolition permit is being
sought is of Potential Histonc Significance since it is more than 50 years old It is not
Histoncally Significant since it is not "any building or structure or portion of a building or
structure on the National Histonc Register, a designated local landmark or a contnbuting
structure or building in a designated national register histonc district "
Since the structure is of Potential Histonc Significance the procedure of Subd 5 is being
followed The following information is attached
(1) A survey (in lieu of a map)which shows the location of the structure to be demolished
on its property and with reference to the surrounding properties Please note that Lots
15, 17, and 18 to the west and lots 3, 4, and 5 to the north have houses on them (Lot
16 to the west is vacant) To the east, there are two houses across from the property,
one of which was built about 10 years ago
(2) The legal description is at the top of the attached survey
(3) Photographs are attached
(4) Mr Vernon Rylander prepared an inspection report on September 10, 1997 The
report contains a description of the building which is shown as the house on lot 3 of
the survey A copy of that report is attached
(5) The structure cannot be economically restored Mr R P Gunderson, an engineer and
a officer of McGough Construction Co , Inc concluded in his evaluation that restoring
the house would cost $165,400 +/_, about 25% more than the cost of building a new
house with modern conveniences A copy of his evaluation is attached
(6) Detailed plans for the reuse of the property have not been completed At this tune, it
is anticipated that the property will be developed with one or two houses appropriate
to the area This will be easily accommodated within the existing zoning (RB) Plans
will be developed beginnung next summer, after the house is removed and sight lines
can be firmly established
(7) The plan contemplated will be in compliance within existing zoning and within the
guidelines of the comprehensive plan
(8) Given the condition of the structure and the cost of renovation, there is no alternative
to demolition
(9) Attached is a copy of an ad and a receipt for the ad in the Gazette which ran on
Monday, November 10, 1997 No response has been received to date other than one
query where the respondent did not even leave his name
If additional information is required, please contact me
Sincerely,
A
MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
State Historic Preservation Office
Contract Historians
1/17/2006
This listing is comprised of individuals and firms who have expressed an interest in undertaking
contracts for cultural resource work m the State of Minnesota It is provided for information purposes
to those who may require the services of a historical consultant Inclusion on the list does not
constitute an endorsement of the consultant's professional qualifications or past performance The
SHPO reserves the right to reject contract reports if the principal investigator or other contract
personnel do not meet certain minimal qualifications such as the Secretary of the Interior's
professional qualifications standards (Federal Register 9/29/83)
It is recommended that work references be checked and multiple bids be obtained before initiating a
contractual agreement The SHPO will not recommend specific contractors, but may be able to
comment on previous work reviewed pursuant to state and federal standards and guidelines [The
SHPO has a file containing the vitae of principal investigators ] The SHPO can be contacted at the
Minnesota History Center, 345 Kellogg Blvd W , St Paul, MN 55102 (651) 296-5434
4G Consulting
Peggy J Boden Ph D
267 Maria Avenue
St Paul MN 55106
Phone 651/298-0926 Fax 651/330 7256
pjboden@4gconsulting net
David C Anderson Ph D
169 Lundy Bridge Drive
Waukon IA 52172
563/382 3079
Rolf T Anderson
212 West 36th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55408
612/824 7807
ARCH', LLC
Daniel Pratt
1386 Idaho Avenue West
Falcon Heights MN 55108
651/308 8749
Archaeology Department
Minnesota Historical Society
Fort Snelling History Center
St Paul MN 55111
612/726 1171
Louis Berger and Assoc , Inc
Randall M Withrow
950 50th Street
Marion, IA 52302
Phone 319/373 3043 Fax 319/373 3045
Betsy H Bradley Ph D
PO Box 276
Taylors Falls MN 55084
612/396 9498
bhbradley@visi com
Michael J Burns, Architects
824 Center Avenue
Moorhead, MN 56560
218/233 6620
Claybaugh Preservation Architects
Robert Claybaugh, AIA
361 West Government Street
Taylors Falls, MN 55084
651/465-7900
clayhaiig,h@frontiernet net
Commonwealth Cultural Resources Group Inc
Don Weir
2530 Spring Arbor Road
Jackson, MI 49203 3602
Phone 517/788 3550, Fax 517/788 6594
Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office
Contract Historian List
Commonwealth Cultural Resources Group, Inc
Kathryn Egan-Bruhy
P O Box 1061
Minocqua WI 54548
Cultural Resource Historians
1607 Dogwood Court
Fort Collins, CO 80525
303/493-5270
Michelle L Dennis
2691 Jackson Street
Eugene, OR 97405
503/343-6652
Donald Empson
1206 North Second Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
651/351-0172
John D Feinberg
The Collaborative
2080 Pearl Street
Boulder, CO 80302-4430
Phone 303/442-3601 Fax 303/449-3666
Robert M Frame III Ph D
178 Goodrich
St Paul MN 55102
651/291-7882 H
Denis Gardner
5309 Vera Cruz Avenue North
Crystal, MN 55429
763/533 3966
landloper@earthlink net
Vance Gellert Imaging (Photographer)
4551 Aldrich Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
612/618-0526
Susan Granger and Scott Kelly
Gemini Research
15 East 9th Street
Morris, MN 56267
Phone 320/589 3846 Fax 320/589-1737
gemres@info-link net
Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office
Contract Historian List
Greater Visions Commercial Photography
And Literature
PO Box 160
320 Washburn
Belgrade MN 56312
612/278-3200
Howard R Green Company
Joseph R Trnka
Project Manager/Environmental Scientist
4250 Glass Road NE, P 0 Box 9009
Cedar Rapids, IA 52409-9009
Phone 319/395-7805, Fax 319/395-9410
Louis N Hafermehl
610 North 7th Street #11
Bismarck ND 58501-3985
701/224-8321
Hardlines
Mary E Crowe
4608 Indianola Avenue
Columbus, OH 43214
Phone 614/784-8733, Fax 614/784 9336
HDR Engineering Inc
6190 Golden Hills Drive
Minneapolis MN 55416
Phone 763/591-5423 Fax 763/591-5413
Darrell D Henning (Photographer)
1774 Whitetail Road
Decorah IA 52101
563/382 5582
dhenning@oneota net
Henry & Henry
Preservation & Architectural Consultants
11850 Eden Trail
Eagle, MI 48822
517/626-2412
Heritage Research, Ltd
John N Vogel, Ph D
N89 W16785 Appleton Avenue
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Phone 414/251-7792, Fax 414/251-3776
Hess, Roise and Company
Charlene K Roise, Historical and
Preservation Consultants
The Foster House
100 North First Street
Minneapolis MN 55401
Phone 612/338 1987, Fax 612/338-2668
Historic Preservation Associates
Timothy C Klinger
P 0 Box 1064
Fayetteville, AR 72702
Phone 501/442 3779, Fax 501/582 3779
Hoisington Preservation Consultants
P 0 Box 13790
Roseville, MN 55113
Phone 651/415 1034 Fax 800/566 6145
Deborah Morse Kahn Director
Regional Research Associates
4314 Linden Hills Boulevard
Minneapolis MN 55410
Phone 612/925 0749 Fax 612/823 2387
dmk@regionalresearch net
Kane and Johnson Architects Inc
2460 Highway 63 No
Suite 100
Rochester MN 55906
Phone 507/288 1830, Fax 507/288 1830
Todd Kapler
P 0 Box 3836
Sioux City IA 51102 3836
712/239-9085
Debra Kellner
2729 South Lake Avenue
Duluth, Minnesota 55802
218/727 3707
Barbara Kooiman
Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center
at the University of Wisconsin LaCrosse
1725 State Street
LaCrosse, WI 54601
608/785-6783
Landscape Research Inc
Carole Zellie
Research/Planning/Public Education
1466 Hythe St
St Paul MN 55108
651/641 1230
Neil Larson & Associates
Historic Preservation and Planning Services
c/o Maryanne Norton
413 Wildwood Drive
Duluth MN 55811
218/722 7460
nortonduluth@aol com
Paul Larson
641 Asbury Street
St Paul, MN 55104
651/644-3179
Peter Latner (Photographer)
5805 Blaisdell Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55419
612/861 8847
John Lauber
3220 Edmund Boulevard
Minneapolis MN 55406
612/722 3922
j Tauber@mn it com
Mathew Lundh, Architect
2678 Marywood Drive
Dubuque IA 52001
Phone 563/588 1792 Fax 563/690 1487
lundh_m@msn com
Paul Maravelas
15155 County Road 32
Mayer MN 55360
612/657 2237
Steve C Martens
Assistant Professor
North Dakota State University
P 0 Box 5244
Fargo, ND 58105
Phone 701/237-7387 Fax 701/237 7342
Jerry Mathiason Photography
2525 East Franklin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55406
612/338-8132
Scott D McGinnis
PEER Environmental & Engineer Resouces, Inc
7710 Computer Avenue Suite 101
Minneapolis, MN 55435
612/831 3341
Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office
Contract Historian List
Mead & Hunt
Chad Moffett
7900 West 78th Street
Suite 370
Minneapolis, MN 55439
Phone 952/941-5619 Fax 952/941-5622
www meadhunt com
Mead & Hunt
6501 Watts Road
Suite 101
Madison, WI 53719
Phone 608/273 6380, Fax 608/273-6391
Tim Mitchell
32742 Fairchild
Westland, MI 48186
Phone 734/722-8836, Fax 734/668-1810
mitchelljtimothy@yahoo com
Paula Mohr
532 29th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312-4024
515/288-2839
archhistorian@yahoo com
Patrick Nunnally
2001 Sargent Avenue
St Paul, MN 55105
651/698 2727
Oertel Architects
Jeffrey Oertel
1795 St Clair Avenue
St Paul, MN 55105
651/696-5186
Marcia Ohlhausen
3909 Aldrich Ave So
Apt #6
Minneapolis, MN 55409
612/824 6411
Parsons Engineering Science, Inc
J Sanderson Stevens
Cultural Resources Manager
400 Woods Mill Road South Suite 330
Chesterfield MO 63017
314/576 7330
Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office
Contract Historian List
Pathfinder CRM, LLC
Robert C Vogel
Manager/Senior Historian
319 South Division Avenue
PO Box 503
Spring Grove MN 55974-0503
507/498-3810
800/206-8704 (toll free)
pathfindercrm@spnnggrove coop
PHR Associates Historical
Research & Environmental
Consultants
Rebecca Conrad, Ph D
275 Crescent Park Drive -
Box 717
Lake View, IA 51450
Quinn Evans Architects
Brenda W Williams
1037 Sherman Avenue
Madison, WI 53703
Quinn Evans Architects
Steven C Jones
219-1/2 North Main Street
Ann Arbor MI 48104
Phone 734/663-5888 Fax 734/663-5044
B Wayne Quist
228 South 2nd Street
LeSueur, MN 56058
612/512-1749
Rivercrest Associates Inc
Barbara Henning
59 Monte Alto Road
Santa Fe, NM 87508
505/466 3116
bjhenning@newmexico com
Norene Roberts
Historical Consultant
119 Cape Street
Williamsburg, MA 01096
413/268-7255
robertshistory@wmconnect com
Farid J Sabongi, M Arch, ASID
PO Box 21904
St Paul MN 55121 0904
651/452-8308
Sagamore Environmental Services, Inc
Ralph S Wilcox
8002 Castleway Drive Suite 104
Indianapolis, IN 46250
Phone 317/842-0510, Fax 317/842 0547
SCI Engineering
Mathew Bivens
Cultural Resource Services Division
130 Point West Boulevard
St Charles, MO 63301
636/757-1061
mbivens@sciengmeermg com
SRF Consulting Group, Inc
Garneth Peterson
One Carlson Parkway North
Suite 150
Minneapolis MN 55447-4443
763/475-0010
gpeterson@srfconsultmg com
Joanne Raetz Stuttgen Ph D
Folklorist
759 East Washington Street
Martinsville IN 46151
765/349-1537
stuttgen@msightbb com
Summit Envirosolutions
Andrew Schmidt
1217 Bandana Boulevard North
St Paul MN 55108
651/644 8080
The 106 Group Limited
Anne Ketz
The Dacotah Building
370 Selby Avenue
St Paul, MN 55102
Phone 651/290-0977, Fax 651/290-0979
anneketz@106group com
Thomason & Associates
Preservation Planners
P O Box 121225
Nashville, TN 37212
615/383 0227
Carmen Tschofen
2667 Parkview Boulevard
Robbinsdale, MN 55422
763/522 5709
Two Pines Resource Group, LLC
Michelle M Terrell
17711 260th Street
Shafer MN 55074
Phone/Fax 651/257 4766
mterrell@twopmesresource com
U S West Research
Historical Consultants
Dr Tony Godfrey
2395 E Fisher Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84109
Phone 801/485-2526 Fax 801/485-2544
Joseph Van Ryn
Photographer
329 East 3rd Street
Albert Lea, MN 56007
507/373-3360
651/303 3058
vansvirtuals@charter net
Eric J Wheeler
Historic Preservation/Heritage Tourism
223 23 d Street North
LaCrosse WI 54601
608/785 7383
ejwheelr@mwt net
Mike Whye
Photographer
157 Norton
Council Bluffs IA 51503
712/322 6827
Thomas R Zahn & Assoc Inc , Historical
Design Research & Preservation Consultants
807 Holly Avenue
St Paul, MN 55104
651/221 9765
tom@tzahn com
Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office
Contract Historian List
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