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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBuilding Review Board - Minutes - 09/26/1996BUILDING REVIEW BOARD ANNUAL MEETING September 26, 1996 1:OOPM II Council Liaison: Ann Azari II Staff Liaison: Felix Lee II Chairperson: Mike Sutton 490-2161(w) 484-1849(h) The annual meeting of the Building Review Board was held on Thursday, September 26, 1996, in the Council Chambers of the Fort Collins Municipal Building. The following members were present: Brown, Cotterman, Kreul-Froseth, Meleski, Fisher. Board members absent: Sutton, Hansch Staff members present: Felix Lee, Building & Zoning Elain Radford, Building & Zoning The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairperson Meleski. The August minutes were approved with revisions. APPEALS: I. Carl Glaser - Class C-1 - approved. Building Administrator Lee presented a preface to Mr. Glaser's appeal. Though Mr. Glaser has a strong background in all facets of architectural practice, he has limited experience as an actual construction supervisor or contractor, therefore, Lee was not able to approve Glaser's application for a C-1 contractor license. Lee had informed Mr. Glaser that he would have to appeal before BRB. Lee made mention of the fact that Mr. Glaser took the Class C examination and passed it with a score of 92%. Glaser appeared before the Board and explained why he needs a C-1 license and supervisor certificate. He stated that he has 23 years experience as an architect and has experience in all aspects of the construction phase. Glaser further noted that as the architect he has served as sole proprietor on numerous projects where he has been responsible for coordinating all aspects of the project's construction with the owner, general contractor, engineers and consultants. He said his involvement is often very intricate and in-depth and that he has provided full services on twenty projects of varying sizes and scope for the LDS Church, numerous other church projects, and for BRB September 26, 1996 Page 2 governmental agencies. He stated he feels he has a good knowledge of the demands and responsibilities of a C-1 license. Glaser stated that his company has taken on the condominium project at West Elizabeth and Trail ridge. He said he will have a superintendent on the job site, and he wants both the license and the supervisory certificate. From previous experience Glaser said he realizes the need for supervisory authorization. Board member Cotterman asked if Glaser plans to hire a licensed supervisor. Glaser responded that he would not necessarily hire a licensed supervisor and as owner of the company prefers to be licensed himself. Cotterman mentioned the lack of verification forms in Glaser's file reflecting C-1 and/or D-1 work experience. He asked Glaser if he could provide this. Glaser stated that the reason for this appeal is due to the fact that he has no documents to verify his employment as a supervisor. He pointed out that his resume reflects his extensive knowledge of building acquired through his heavy involvement in the work as the architect. Two verification forms were presented that documented Glaser's scope of involvement in two church construction projects which included inspection of the project, coordination with sub -contractors, review of product submittal and shop drawings, review of pay requests, and review of change orders. Each project was over $1 million. Board member Meleski stated that he has an architectural background and is aware of the extent to which architects may become involved with the construction phase of a project. Board member Kreul-Froseth asked if verification forms reflecting project administration, as do Mr. Glaser's documents, will meet the C-1 requirements. Meleski stated that he feels Mr. Glaser's experience, as reflected on the verification forms submitted, does meet the requirements for the C-1 license. Board member Fisher stated he believes Mr. Glaser's application is in alignment with what the Board needs for approval. BRB September 26, 1996 Page 3 Call for the Vote: Yeas: Kreul-Froseth, Meleski, Fisher, Brown Nays: none Abstains: Cotterman II. TWR - Class A (to construct communication towers) - denied. Lee briefed the Board on TWR's request. He stated that TWR company would not be represented at this hearing. He explained that he had talked with this company and informed them that he is unable to approve their application for a Class A contractor license and, therefore, their application must go before the BRB. The company was informed that it is not a requirement that they be represented at the hearing. Board discussion: Meleski stated that he does not want to discuss this unless TWR sends a representative to appear at the hearing. Cotterman stated that he would prefer to approve the construction of communication towers on a job -to job basis - not for the construction of any type tower TWR might want to build. Meleski stated that the BRB is open for recommendations on how to handle this situation. Cotterman recommended putting this application in abeyance until a representative comes before the BRB to answer questions regarding a specific job proposesd by TWR. Fisher concurred that he would like to be able to ask specific questions of this company or any company who wants to construct communication towers. Lee recommended the Board consider limiting the license. Cotterman stated that the Board could not approve a conditional A license until they know the conditions. He recommended denial of the TWR application and see how the company responds. BRB September 26, 1996 Page 4 Meleski suggested this application be put on hold until TWR sends a representative to appear before BRB to answer questions for each project. Brown motioned that the application be denied and TWR be required to appear before the Board to answer specific questions regarding their proposed projects. Call for the Vote: Yeas: Brown, Meleski, Fisher Nays: none Abstains: Cotterman, Kreul-Froseth OTHER BUSINESS: A. Clark Mapes, Planning Department, gave presentation on the City Plan. B. 1997 Work Plan: Will discuss in October 31, 1996 meeting. Final work plan developed by November 21, 1996 meeting. C. Luncheon with Mayor: Thursday, October 31, 1996 Lunch: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Meeting: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Michael Sutton, Chairperson Felix Lee, Build' Administrator