HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 06/07/1989LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING - MINUTES
JUNE 7, 1989
The meeting began at approximately 5:30 P.M. at 200 West Mountain Avenue.
Members attending were Wayne Sundberg, Bud Frick, Andy Mutz, and Prescott
Handley. Those absent were Sally Ketcham and Rheba Massey. Staff was
represented by Kari VanMeter and Judy Reed.
CURRENT ITEMS
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wayne Sundberg. Vice Chairman
Bud Frick presented a plaque of appreciation to retiring Chairman Sundberg
for his 8 I/2 years of dedicated service.
The following corrections were made to the May 3, 1989 minutes:
Rhoades House item should read, "The Larimer County Historic Alliance
Rhoades House Committee, with Ms. Massey serving as Chairperson, is an off-
shoot of the ad -hoc committee appointed at the March LPC meeting. The Com-
mittee will...... meeting to be held June 5, 1989."
The minutes were approved as corrected.
WALNUT STREET GALLERY
The applicant requested signage which consisted of individual letters, mounted
over the storefront as primary identification, and window -applied lettering and
graphics. The construction and material would be the same as the "Nature's
Own Imagination" sign, except this sign would be stud mounted into the mor-
tar. The material of the sign will be 1/2" thick PVC, painted with a metallic
gold, gloss finish. The overall length of the sign will be 14' 9", with the
letters being 1' 6" (upper case) and 61/2" (lower case). The letters will be
custom designed and cut.
Wendy Dickson, of Gardner Signs, addressed the Commission. She gave infor-
mation regarding the window graphics, which are to be placed on the door,
and an underscore along the windows to tie in the space as one unit. The
lettering will read, "A superb collection of eclectic art in the heart of
historical old town." The logo and lettering for the windows are a combination
of vinyl and painted surfaces, linework of medium blue, street light design of
white surrounded by a light pink haze, with metallic gold accents. The logo
design will be on the left door of the double -door entry, and lettering bands
will extend across the lower portion of the storefront windows.
Ms. Handley made a motion to approved the application as per the revised
drawing which included the three arched windows. Mr. Mutz seconded the
motion. All aye.
PERSMITH'S BREW PUB
The applicant requested approval for a facade modification on the northwest
elevation, and a patio expansion with demolition of existing patio half -wall,
including installation of new wrought iron railing.
Scott Smith, owner, addressed the Commission. The existing stairwell will be
removed, as well as the interior wall, adding needed space and light. Glass
kickplates that are compatible with current Old Town style will be installed.
The patio wall attachment to the building and the angle will remain the same.
It will simply be extended to include more square footage.
Mr. Frick made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Ms.
Handley seconded the motion. All aye.
Mr. Smith asked for guidance and input from the Commission regarding the
additional area that will house the brewing equipment. He is intending to use
this as a draw to bring in visitors.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Administrative Review Procedures status report: Kari VanMeter reported that
Council approved the ordinance amendment creating administrative review for
signs. The ordinance amendment will go before Council for second hearing on
the 20th of June.
Historic Preservation Coordination Grout): Wayne Sundberg reported that the
group met Monday, June 5, and discussed some of the information necessary to
prepare a statement coordinating the possibilities for National Historic
designation and N.R.A.
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 6:45 P.M.
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Minutes submitted by Judy Reed.
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