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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 10/26/2005LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION Regular Meeting October 26, 2005 Minutes Council Liaison: David Roy (407-7393) Staff Liaison: Joe Frank (221-6376) Commission Chairperson: W.J. "Bud" Frick, Jr. (484-1467) SUMMARY OF MEETING: Cameron Gloss presented the results of the City's Infill Redevelopment Study. The LPC approved exterior repair work to the entry steps, door, stucco, and windows at 605 South College Avenue, the Beebe Clinic. The LPC will recommend to Council that the City do State Tax Credit design review for properties within the DDA boundary in 2006. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Commission called to order with a quorum present by Chairman Bud Frick at 5:30 p.m. at 281 N. College Ave., Fort Collins, Colorado. Commission members Agnes Dix, Heather Donahue, Angie Aguilera, Alyson McGee, Ian Shuff and Earen Russell were present. Carol Tunner and Karen McWilliams represented City staff. GUESTS: Cameron Gloss, Current Planning Director; Jay Stoner, Karen Junak, and Mitch Greeno, Stoner and Company for 605 S. College Avenue. AGENDA REVIEW: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The September 14, 2005 meeting minutes were approved as submitted. PUBLIC COMMENT: Chairman Bud Frick asked if anyone present wished to address items within the purview of the Commission that were not on the agenda. There were no comments. STAFF REPORTS: Ms. Tunner informed the Commission about the NACP conference from July 27 through July 30 in Baltimore, Maryland. Ms. Tunner also reminded the LPC about the CPI Conference February 8 through 10. She is applying for a CLG grant for three people to attend. Earen Russell and Ian Shuff were interested in attending. Ms. Tunner presented a report on The Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation in Colorado by the Colorado Historical Foundation, which has a Fort Collins case study citing higher property values in designated districts. COMMISSION MEMBER REPORTS: Angie Aguilera attended the October 4, 2005 DDA meeting. The DDA discussed funding holiday decorations and a potential ice rink in Old Town. The DDA also discussed the 201 Linden Street, Wright Life proposed building plans, and has agreed to fund up to $240,000 for a 3 story mixed use building. Landmark Preservation Commission October 26, 2005 Meeting Minutes Page 2 PRESENTATION AND QUESTIONS: Infill Redevelopment Study Presentation — Cameron Gloss, Current Planning Director, presented a summary of the City's recent infill and redevelopment study. In August, the City held a series of design charettes and stakeholder meetings where participants met to discuss barriers to infill. Mr. Gloss told the Commission that the City is already implementing some of the suggestions including a new three times a year rezoning system; the development of an infill advocate to help developers, creation of a preliminary design review to help developers identify pertinent issues early on; and code changes to allow limited mixed use in older neighborhoods. Mr. Gloss told the Commission that the study identified several areas requiring further work, including parking, CSU housing, and architectural compatibility requirements of infill in neighborhoods. Current Planning is also updating a development manual which will include a historic preservation chapter. Mr. Gloss will ask the LPC for input when it is drafted. The Commission asked about the City's efforts to encourage architectural compatibility. Mr. Gloss said the City encourages compatible infill design. Ms. McGee suggested that perhaps the City should pull defining character elements from the areas they would like to see expand; for example, encouraging Old Town standards in surrounding areas to ensure future continuity. Mr. Frick added that the design guidelines would need to be codified for consistency. Mr. Gloss replied that compatibility issues raised during the project will not be addressed for a couple of years. CURRENT REVIEW: 605 S. College Ave, Beebe Clinic — Repair to front door, front entry steps, stucco siding, and steel casement windows — presented by Jay Stoner, property owner; Karen Junak, office manager, Stoner and Company; and Mitch Greeno, project manager, Stoner and Company. Ms. Tunner presented the staff report on the former Beebe Clinic at 605 South College Avenue. The Commission viewed photographs of damage to the building. Mr. Stoner explained that state tax credit time limits and the change in weather are prompting a rush for approval. Proposed repairs include the brick entry steps, stucco siding, front entry door, and steel casement windows. Ms. Junak presented the four proposed property renovations and changes. 1. The front entry brick steps are loose in many places, and much of the mortar is cracked or missing. The applicants propose to repair —or replace, if necessary --the damaged steps, then seal them with a breathable sealer. 2. Cracks in the stucco will be patched, and the building will be skim coated and resealed with Elastomeric paint. In addition, the remaining neon sign will be removed. 3. Broken glass will be replaced, and new glazing compound will be applied to the panes. The exterior metal window frames will be painted to match the building. The original window cranks will be removed to accommodate interior storm windows. Landmark Preservation Commission October 26, 2005 Meeting Minutes Page 3 4. The door will be repaired or replaced if necessary. The applicants asked for color advice. Mr. Frick said the building is a progressive, modern style, and probably would have had white paint with color accents. Karen McWilliams suggested white with black and brick red trim, and reminded the applicants that they can apply for Design Assistance funds for color consultation. Ms. Tunner said that early pictures show the metal plate at the top left corner. Mr. Frick said it might have been for a pneumatic door closer anchored on the inside. Jay Stoner presented pictures of the company's proposed sign. Ms. Tunner said the sign can be approved administratively if they submit an application form and submittal materials. At the request of the LPC, the applicants will contact the sealant manufacturer to learn more about breathability issues arising from long term, repeated applications on a horizontal brick surface. Public input: none. Ms. Aguilera moved that the Commission approve the rehabilitation of the exterior for items 1 through 4 as presented. Ms. Donahue seconded, motion passed unanimously 7-0. The Commission commended the applicants on the thoroughness of their research and application. DISCUSSION AGENDA: State Tax Credit Resolution Ms. Tunner said that as part of the Budgeting for Outcomes Economic Viability Offer, the City would like the LPC to begin reviewing State Tax Credit applications in 2006 for properties within the Downtown Development Authority boundaries. Ms. Donahue moved the LPC recommend to City Council that they pass a resolution to accept the design review function of the Colorado Historic Preservation Income Tax Credit in 2006 for properties within the DDA Boundaries Ms. Dix seconded, motion passed unanimously 7-0. OTHER BUSINESS: The LPC decided to cancel the November 23, 2005 meeting because of the Thanksgiving holiday. Meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Stephanie Sydorko, Secretary December 6. 2005.