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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 03/03/1993Landmark Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes March 3, 1993 Council Liaison: Loren Maxey Staff Liaison: Joe Frank SUMMARY OF MEETING: The Commission approved the February 3, 1993, minutes as corrected. The Commission voted to accept a proposal to repaint 2340 West Mulberry, with noted changes. The Commission voted unanimously to give final approval to the proposal to restore a window, to install an air conditioner compressor, and a utility hook-up for the Avery Carriage House, as submitted. The Commission voted to accept a proposal to widen the rear entry door of 234 Linden Street, as submitted. The Waycott House was selected for the 1992-93 CLG Grant residential designation, and the Welch Block was selected for the 1992-93 CLG Grant commercial designation. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Commission Vice -Chair Bud Frick called the meeting to order at 5:40 p.m., 281 North College Avenue. Commission members Bud Frick, Richard Hill, Brian Janonis, Kirk Jensen, James Tanner and Ruth Weatherford were present. Commission Chair Jennifer Carpenter arrived at 6:00 p.m. Carol Tunner and Joe Frank represented staff. GUESTS: Richard Beardmore, board member of the Poudre Landmarks Foundation; Rheba Massey, Local Historian; Christine Clements, property owner of 2340 West Mulberry, and Carl McWilliams, Cultural Resources Historian. AGENDA REVIEW: Mr. Frank asked that a request for approval to widen a rear door at 234 Linden Street be added to the agenda. Ms. Plaut noted that approval of the February 3, 1993, minutes was not on the agenda. Ms. Tanner requested adding this item to the agenda before current items. STAFF REPORTS: Mr. Frank announced that staff is still seeking funding for the Leadership Institute. He stated they have requested $2,500 from the Colorado Historical Society fund and have made several submittals to private corporations. Landmark Preservation Commission March 3, 1993 Page 2 Mr. Frick inquired about the dates for the Leadership Institute. Mr. Frank responded that the Institute will begin on Saturday, June 12, and end on Saturday, June 19. He stated that he and Ms. Carpenter will attend the Institute full-time, and other Commissioners will have the opportunity to attend specific sessions. Ms. Tunner distributed copies of an agenda item summary of a resolution on the City's Cultural Policy, new additions to the Secretary of Interior's Standards and an article on historic storefronts. MEMBERS' REPORTS: There were no Commission Members' reports. APPROVAL OF T$E FEBRUARY 3, 1993 MINUTES: Ms. Plant noted that a tape reference had not been deleted from Ms. Weatherford's motion on page 9 of the minutes. Ms. Weatherford moved to approve the February 3, 1993, minutes, as corrected. Mr. Jensen seconded the motion. The motion passed 6-0. Ayes: Frick, Hill, Janonis, Jensen, Tanner and Weatherford. CURRENT ITEMS: Ms. Tuner shmmd slides of the house and presented background information. Staff recommended the proposal, citing Secretary of Interior Standards #6 and #9, which refer to historically compatible color when replacing or altering existing properties. Ms. Tuner gave Commissioners a color palette and drawings, which were provided by Ms. Clements. Ms. Clements referred to the Sherwin-Williams Preservation Palette and asked Commissioners if they had any suggestions for changing the color scheme she had submitted. • Landmark Preservation Commission March 3, 1M Page 3 Mr. Hill, Mr. Frick and Mr. Jensen suggested using sash green, rather than the proposed blue- green for the window frames. Ms. Weatherford complimented Ms. Clements on the photos and drawings. Mr. Frick suggested that the applicant paint the garage doors terra Gotta rather than the proposed blue-green. Mr. Hill supported Mr. Frick's suggestion. Ms. Clements agreed to the changes. Commissioners discussed the use of terra Gotta for the garage doors. They agreed on terra Gotta for the garage doors and sash green for the frame around the doors. They agreed on the other colors as proposed. Mr. Janonis moved to accept the proposal to repaint 2340 West Mulberry with the note that sash green will replace blue-green for the window frames and trim around the garage doors and terra Gotta will replace blue-green for the garage doors. Ms. Weatherford seconded the motion. The motion to approve with notations passed 6-0. Ayes: Dick, 11111, Janonis, Jensen, Tanner and Weatherford. Mr. Frick yielded the Chair to Ms. Carpenter who had just arrived. t: �•�� � �. �� �t- � _� .•�:-• ,. ._,�.. :. •rc,�t � :._ � Win:: Ms. Tunner noted that the staff report gave the impression that the handicap ramp had not been approved. She stated that the ramp had been approved. Mr. Beardmore presented background information on the ramp and the window replacement. Ms. Turner reponed that staff recommends the proposal, citing Secretary of Interior Standard #6, historical aidence for window replacement, Standard #10, the ramp is reversible and Standard #5, the utility hookup changes are being made with sensitivity to the structure. Mr. Beardmore discussed slides showing the window, the ramp and the utility hookups. Ms. Carpenter complimented Mr. Beardmore on the creative design of the ramp. Mr. Beardmore said they will be required to post handicap -accessible signage. lsndmark Preservation Commiedon March 3, 1993 Page 4 Mr. Hill addressed the cladding of the dormer compared to the cladding of the rest of the second floor, lack of a finial, and toning down the bright color. Mr. Beardmore responded that they will paint out the bright color with dark green and they are trying to find a replacement for the weather vane which was lost by the roofer. Mr. Hill suggested shingling the wall of the storage area on the second story in back. Mr. Beardmore stated that they will paint out the utility meter after the City has signed off on it. They will use landscape plantings to screen the air conditioner compressor. Ms. Tunner reminded the Commission that the applicant needs final approval for the window restoration, the air conditioner compressor, and the utility hookup. Mr. Frick moved that the Commission give final approval to the proposal to restore the window, to install the air conditioner compressor, and the utility hook-up for the Avery Carriage House, as submitted. W. Jensen seconded the motion. The motion to give final approval to the proposal for the Avery Carriage House passed 7-0. Ayes: Carpenter, Frick, Hill, Janonis, Jensen, Tanner and Weatherford. Ms. Tunner stated that the applicant for this project, Chuck Bowling of the Group, Inc., was not able to attend the meeting. She read a letter from the applicant, requesting approval for the project. His client, the Bayberry Company of California, is very anxious to open an outlet at this location. The company must widen the rear door to receive large merchandize. The company plans to remove the drop ceiling, remove carpets to the wood floor and remove drywall to the brick. Ms. Tunner stated that staff recommended the proposal, as submitted, citing Secretary of Interior Standard #2, pn=ying distinguishing original qualities, Standard #5, treating examples of craftsmanship with sensitivity and Standard #9, the compatibility of contemporary design alterations. At this point, Ms. Tuner referred to the new Secretary of Interior's Standards that she had distributed. She asked the Commission refer to the section addressing rehabilitation as a treatment. She asked the Commissioners to compare the wording of Standards #2, #5 and #9 in the 1986 Standards with the wording in the new Standards. She observed that the new wording is furner than the old. Ms. Carpenter inquired if the Commission must vote to adopt the new standards. Landmark Prenrvation Commindon March 3, 1M Page 5 Ms. Tunner replied that she will put it on an upcoming regular meeting agenda. Mr. Hill stated that the proposed change will not be unalterable and recommended the proposal be accepted. Mr. Hill moved to accept the proposal to widen the rear entry door of 234 Linden Street, as submitted. Mr. Frick seconded the motion. The motion passed 7-0. Ayes: Carpenter, Frick, Hill, Janonis, Jensen, Tanner and Weatherford. DISCUSSION ITEMS: Ms. Tuner introduced Carl McWilliams, Cultural Resources Historian, who explained the criteria used to select properties for nomination. He stated that the property selected must be strong enough to be accepted by the National Register and must show well for the video, and the property should be one that designation will help to save. Ms. Tuner and Mr. McWilliams used these criteria to make a list of properties to consider for designation. Mr. McWilliams commented that he had talked with Holly Wilson at the State Historic Preservation Office who stated that they questioned if the Woolworth's building was eligible, based on the information they have at this time. Ms. Wilson had stated that if the Woolworth's building was eligible, it would be eligible on the basis of criteria A, its association with the Woolworth company. Ms. Tunner had a more positive response from her that afternoon. Ms. Tunner showed slides of the residential choices, which were the Grout House, the Forney House and the Waycott House. She noted the pros and cons of each property. Mr. Hill noted that the Grout House and the Forney House have other resources for restoration projects. Ms. Tunner noted that the Grout House is very threatened. Ms. Massey noted that there is a great deal of research on the Grout House that could be used for designation. She stated that this is a good project for CSU students. Mr. Janonis moved to select the Waycott House for the 1992-93 CLG Grant residential designation, noting that the Waycott House will show best for the video. Mr. Hill seconded the motion. The motion to select the Waycott House passed 7-0. Ayes: Carpenter, Frick, Hill, Janonis, Jensen, Tanner and Weatherford. IBndmark Preservation Commiuion March 3, IM Page 6 Ms. Tunner showed slides of the commercial choices, which were the Welch Block and Ranch - Way Feeds. She noted the pros and cons of each property. Ms. Carpenter noted that Ranch -Way fits well into the ag context, but she views the Welch Block as more representative for the video. Mr. Tanner noted that doing the video on Ranch -Way could broaden the idea of what can be designated. Ms. Weatherford noted that Ranch -Way fits well with the Poudre River walk. Ms. Massey noted that there is already enough research on Ranch -Way for designation. Ms. Tunner commented that the Welch Block should be designated to save its historical integrity. Mr. Frick moved to select the Welch Block for the 1992-93 CLG Grant commercial designation, noting that it will show best for the video. M. Weatherford seconded the motion. The motion passed 6-0. Ayes: Carpenter, Frick, Janonis, Jensen, Tanner and Weatherford. Mr. Hill did not vote because he is the architect for the Welch Block project. Outstandine Historic Renovation Awards Selection Ms. Tunner distributed the LPC 1992 Design Review list and suggested not giving an Outstanding Historic Renovation Award this year. Ms. Carpenter suggested the Avery Carriage House because the ramp demonstrates innovative problem solving. Ms. Tunner took note and concurred. Mr. Jensen moved to nominate the Avery House handicap ramp, as installed by the Poudre Landmarks Foundation, for the Outstanding Historic Renovation Award because it is well done with the least amount of impact. Ms. Weatherford seconded the motion. Mr. Hill dissented from Mr. Jensen's motion. He stated that the handicap ramp is just a sheet of concrete. He noted that 1920s vintage concrete finishing techniques and decoration should have been used. Mr. Tanner stated that the handicap ramp was too mundane for the award. 9 • Landmark Preservation Commission March 3, 1M Page 7 The motion to nominate the Avery House handicap ramp for the Outstanding Historic Renovation Award failed to pass 6-1. Ayes: Carpenter. Nays: Frick, Hill, Janonis,, Jensen, Tanner and Weatherford. By consensus, the Commission agreed not to present the Outstanding Historic Renovation Award. Ms. Tunner asked the Commission to start thinking about nominations for the Friend of Preservation Award. Mr. Frank noted that giving the award is good publicity and educational. He noted there were good choices last year that were held over to this year by project completion. Mr. Tanner suggested giving the award to 420 West Mountain. Ms. Tunner stated that she will provide the Commission with a list of projects to consider at the April meeting. Mr. Frank stated that the Commission needs to make plans for the presentation of the HRPP to City Council on March 23. The I.PC is scheduled for 1-1/2 hours on the agenda. The Commission agreed to hold a work session on March 10, at 5:30 p.m., to finish discussing the HRPP and make plans for presentation to City Council. Ms. Carpenter adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Submitted by Charlotte Plaut, Secretary.