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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 07/10/1985LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION Minutes of July 10, 1985 Meeting The meeting was called to order at 5.30 p.m. at the Old Firehouse, 232 Walnut. Commission members present included Wayne Sundberg, Michael Ehler, Holly Richter and Dick Beardmore (arrived late). Staff members present included Sherry Albertson -Clark and Kayla Ballard. Baghdad Emporium - p5 Old Town Square Suite 110 Applicant: Baghdad Emporium C/O Old Town Associates Request: Approval of window signage Hermie Lapoint spoke regarding the proposed window signage. The proposed colors are of a bright yellow and red. She stated this is the first phase of a two phase signage program. She stated the second phase will consist of a yardarm proposal. Holly stated her concern of the visibility of the signage when the doors are open. Hermie responded that this was taken into consideration. The applicant stated that only one door would be open or neither door would be open. Michael stated he was concerned about the size of the signage, particularly if it were on one of the original buildings. Holly asked if, in the future, there would be a repetition of the style of sign and lettering on the windows of the glass shed in the passageway. Hermie stated that has been a consideration by the applicant. Holly moved to approve the signage as presented. Michael seconded. Holly questioned when the second phase might occur. Hermie stated she was hot certain. She added it might be on a "need" type basis depending on the surrounding tenant's needs. The motion passed on a vote of 3-0. Dick arrived at this time. LPC Minutes • • July 10, 1985 'Page 2 Tunes-n-Tees - #17 Old Town Square Suite 134 Applicant: Tunes-n-Tees, C/O Old Town Associates Request: Approval of exterior signage Steve Lind, Gardner Signs, spoke regarding the proposed signage stating the color # "87" would be a gold metallic which would be harmonious with Old Town building color schemes. Wayne stated that basically what Steve is proposing is the Commission's recommendation. Hermie stated the configuration under the window to the top of the clerestory is vertical brick and the horizontal brick measurement is 15 1/2". The lettering would be the same as previously presented. Steve stated the lettering would be bolted to the outside of the building. Hermie stated that in the lease agreement it is required that if the signage is removed, the holes would be repaired. Dick questioned the location of the signage. Steve stated the signage will not be centered but toward the corner of the window. Holly asked if any problem was foreseen with the visibility of the sign from the street. Steve stated this is not a factor but was taken into consideration. He added that this has no bearing on the tastefulness of the signage. He stated that this is what and where the tenant wants in the way of signage. Dick moved to approve as presented. Michael seconded. Motion passed on a vote of 4-0. Avery House - 328 W. Mountain Fort Collins Museum - 200 Mathews Applicant: Bob Ballard, City of Fort Collins Request: Approval to .install kna4 vault on front door of Avery House and front entrance of Museum Bob Ballard spoke briefly presenting the knox vault proposed for installation. The knox vaults are required by the Fire department to keep keys to the buildings in case of fire. The Fire department would then be able to get into the buildings. Holly questioned the location of the vault in the museum entryway. LPC Minutes • July 10, 1985 . •Page 3 Bob stated it would be in the alcove of the museum and above the header in the Avery House entryway. Holly asked if the location stickers would be placed in the windows of the buildings. Bob stated they would not be used. The Fire department will know the location of the vaults. Dick moved to approve as presented. Michael seconded. Motion passed on a vote of 4-0. Approval of Minutes of June 10, 1985 Meeting The minutes were approved as written. Election of Officers The Election of Officers was postponed to the August 7th meeting due to lack of attendance of Commission members. Other Business Wayne stated that on July 26th the State Historic Preservation Review board will consider Virginia Dale (Overland Stage station) for historic designation. He added the station was built in the 1860's. He suggested a letter be drafted for the Review Board regarding the designation. Sherry asked for the Commission's opinion on the review of applications. Wayne stated he thought it was very good. Dick felt it should be taken one step further by having Sherry make recommendations. Michael concurred with Dick. Sherry stated that the Municipal Railway Society has requested local designation of the streetcar. The application has been signed and CRB is making a phone pole on the designation. Then it will go to City Council in one or two months. She added that the designation of the Old Fort site was discussed by CRB and will be considered at their July 24th meeting. The power plant will also be discussed at the July 24th meeting. Meeting adjourned at 6:27 p.m.