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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 05/04/1988LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING - MINUTES MAY 4, 1988 The meeting began at approximately 5:30 P.M., at 200 West Mountain Avenue. Members Beardmore, Sally Ketcham, andeBudhFrick. Staff ol nwas, representednerWaynebbygEdwina Echevarria and Judy Reed. AGENDA REVIEW OF CURRENT ITEMS Nicol Building: - Reviewed by Carol Tunner and Bud Frick. ISSUES/COMMENTS: Ms. Tunner asked for clarification regarding the stonework, including foun- dation sandstone, and painted surfaces. Pet Specialties: - Reviewed by Andy Mutz and Dick Beardmore. ISSUES/COMMENTS: Mr. Ehler asked if the applicant would be removing all concrete prior to resurfacing. Mr. Beardmore questioned the request to remove 3-4 public parking spaces to allow 4 private spaces, which is not in compliance with Downtown policy. He questioned if the approval had actually been obtained by zoning and/or engineering. In addition, Mr. Beardmore requested clari- fication of "Temporary Nature" description of these improvements. Blaine Hotel Renovation: - Sally Ketcham and Bud Frick. ISSUES/COMMENTS: Conceptual review. Rio Grande Restaurant: - Wayne Sundberg and Michael Ehler. ISSUES/COMMENTS: Mr. Ehler requested clarification of "stucco embossed" window. CURRENT ITEMS Nicol Building Les Sunde, owner of the building, was present and explained that he is requesting approval to remove the exterior paint and repaint the face of the brick and wood trim of the windows and doors. LPC Minutes - May 4, 1988 Ms. Ketcham asked the applicant if the fan -style windows are to be all glass without muttons. Mr. Sunde stated there would be no muttons on either the windows or the door. Mr. Beardmore asked the applicant if the sandstone foundation band at the sidewalk level will be painted blue. Mr. Sunde stated he would like to remove all existing paint and then deter- mine if he should repaint that area, but would prefer it to remain natural. t was requesting to remove painthonrthe stone onlyaand,1eifpthatans not successful, hepwil clarified llrepaint. Mr. Sunde replied that this was correct. Mr. Ehler stated that possibly this application should be considered explo- ratory work only, rather than seeking permission. Mr. Frick moved to approve the application with the clarification: 1) that the sandstone arches, sills and foundation at front and sides be cleaned, if possible, and left in a natural state; 2) the brick may be painted the gray as shown on the application, except at the uppermost cornice and brick insets, which should be left natural; and, 3) the colors of green or teal may be used as accent colors on the wood trim around the windows and doors, as proposed. Mr. Beardmore seconded the motion. Ms. Ketcham asked the applicant his opinion on this motion, since it wasn't as he requested. nt a eat del of ime on Sunde explained and believes they would eenhance rthe buildingstchoosing appearance. Ms. Tunner stated that the Commission appreciateed Mr. Sunde's work and that the concern was if painting certain parts of the building would meet the guidelines. Ms. Ketcham asked the applicant if he would consider painting the front gray and then returning to the Commission for further review and sugges- tions. Mr. Sunde agreed to those conditions. Mr. Sundberg asked the applicant if the remaining original hardware on the door will be retained. Mr. Sunde stated it would. Motion passed 6-0. -2- Pet Specialties Donald Smith, representing Pet. Specialties, described the proposed tempo- rary, private parking lot as requested by the owner of Pet Specialties, W.W. Reynolds. The intent is to make use of the vacant lot until such time as it is economically feasible to consider construction of a new building. They were seeking approval for the design and implementation of a private, four -space parking lot. Mr. Sundberg asked Mr. Smith if the existing concrete is to be removed. Mr. Smith stated they will clean up any loose debris and broken concrete, but leave the existing concrete that is against the two buildings to the east and south. He added that all damaged concrete will be removed. Mr. Frick specifically asked if all concrete in the parking area is to be removed prior to the spreading of gravel. Mr. Smith answered that this was correct. Mr. Beardmore asked if the City has approved abandoning 3-4 public, street parking spaces for the allowance of 4 private spaces. Mr. Smith replied that the City has approved this. Ms. Ketcham asked Mr. Smith about maintaining the live plants that are pro- posed for this area. Mr. Smith answered that they will make every effort to use low maintenance plants. Ms. Tunner made the motion to approve the application with the additions that the applicant retain existing sandstone entryways of the former build- ing, (as historical artifacts) and work with Tim Buchannan on the corner landscaping, to the Commissions satisfaction, and that landscaping be installed on the west side of the parking area, along the street. Ms. Ketcham seconded the motion. Mr. Ehler pointed out that the plans submitted to the Commission were very vague and incomplete, and asked if this Commission should be considering such an application in its present state. Mr. Smith.explained that time was a problem and asked if the Board would work with them. An amendment was made to the original motion: additionally contingent upon the approval of landscaping, submittal to be approved by LPC Chairman. Mr. Frick seconded the amendment. -3- CPC Minutes - May 4, L��d Motion passed 5-1. Original motion passed 5-1. Blaine Hotel Chris Grebenc, co-owner of the building, brought before the Commission a model of the window frames they proposed to use as replacements for the existing frames. He stated that in order to continue renovation, the three windows at street level need completely new frames. Mr. Beardmore stated the appearance of the windows might be more in keeping with the building if they would replicate the double -hung style, but use fixed glass. Marilyn Roberts asked if it would be appropriate to install the frames that were viewed at this meeting and then reapply with the window design. Mr. Sundberg explained that this is a conceptual review, a "no action item." If the Board feels comfortable with that status of giving feedback and making modifications, it can be viewed as an application. Mr. Beardmore made the motion to approve the installation of replicated brick mold arch and the installation of temporary single -pane glass as detailed by the owner, with the condition that interior sashes replicate existing double -hung windows, and that details be submitted at the next meeting. Ms. Ketcham seconded the motion. Motion approved 6-0. Rio Grande Restaurant Pat McGaughran, representing Rio Grande Restaurant, explained the he was requesting formal review, for the record, of existing improvements. Mr. Ehler moved to approve as submitted. Ms. Tunner seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-1, with Mr. Beardmore voting against. The Board encouraged the applicant to work more closely with the guidelines and the Commission in the future. APPROVAL OF APRIL 6, 1988 MINUTES. Minutes were approved as submitted. -4- LPC Minutes - May 4, 1988 0 • NEW BUSINESS Mr. Sundberg reported that he and Chris Jones attended the 5/3/88 Council meeting and, on behalf of LPC and CRB, accepted the proclamation concerning National Preservation Week. They discussed the Subcommittee Report on Boards and Commissions, especially the differences of opinion regarding increasing the size of the LPC from 7 to 9. Mr. Sundberg stated the Board felt the current size of 7 is appropriate for performing their duties. He pointed out that additional staff time would be needed before the Board could consider taking on the designation of landmark's process. The cur- rent volunteers on this Board are already putting in many hours and should not be asked to contribute more. They also discussed incentives programs. Edwina presented the National Historic Week calendar of events. Focus will be on the 21-30 of May, which is National Historic Preservation Week, but that several weeks of activities are involved in recognizing the event. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:30 P.M. Minutes were submitted by Judy Reed. -5-