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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 05/02/1990LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION May 2, 1990 Meeting - Minutes The meeting began at 5:45 p.m. at 238 Walnut Street, Fort Collins, Colorado. Members present included Bud Frick, Sally Ketcham, Andy Mutz, Rheba Mas- sey, Prescott Handley, Jim Tanner and Ruth Weatherford. Staff was represented by Kari VanMeter and Carol Tunner. Joyce Lewton, staff secretary, was absent. Debbie Watts was a guest of the Commission. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Ms. Ketcham made a motion to approve the April 4, 1990 meeting minutes as submitted. Ms. Handley seconded the motion. Motion to approve passed 7-0. Yeas: Frick, Ketcham, Mutz, Massey, Handley, Tanner, Weatherford. Nays: none. CURRENT ITEMS Old Firehouse The applicant, Ms. Karene Will, presented a conceptual proposal for the upper story deck addition with stucco on the outside, steel frame windows and wall repair in the rear. Walls will be painted in "sand" color with the trim painted in "brick' color. The roofing will match the existing. Ms. Handley spoke regarding the maintenance of the integrity as to flow of materials and colors. Ms. VanMeter informed the Commission that while this was a conceptual over- view, the level of detail, including dimensions and specifications, will be provided as needed. Patio Cafe Ms. VanMeter presented a slide show of the proposed area expansion. The applicant, Terry Henderson, presented details of the 443 square foot expansion of the patio dining area. Removable wrought iron railing approximately 35" in height will be installed along the perimeter and will be finished in black enamel. The proposal included a connecting concrete walkway to the existing patio through a landscaped area. The walkway will be three foot wide with railing along the side running to the south side of the front door. The patio design and materials are subordinate to and work with the primary features of the building facade. Ms. Handley expressed a concern regarding handicap access. Mr. Frick stated a gate in the fence would alleviate the handicap access problem. Mr. Frick made a motion to approve the proposal, with the addition of a gate in the fence to make the cafe accessible to the handicapped. Ms. Weatherford seconded the motion. Motion to approve passed 7-0. Yeas: Frick, Ketcham, Mutz, Massey, Handley, Tanner, Weatherford. Nays: none. Novak's Little Budapest The applicant, Mick Moog, presented his proposal for a 38 foot expansion of the kitchen and restroom area as well as a 28' X 38' expansion of the patio with brick pavers and a wrought iron fence with brick pillars. Mr. Moog is presently consulting with CNA regarding a common trash enclosure, 6' high with brick pillars, a wrought iron fence and solid material gates. This enclosure, which is currently conceptual, will hopefully spur interest in alley improvements from other tenants. While all parking would be eliminated, vendors would have access through Whitton Alley and could use the loading zone off Walnut and College Avenue. Ms. Massey questioned whether the proposal was compatible with the Local Development Corporation guidelines for alleys. Mr. Moog replied that the proposal was compatible. The proposal for the 38' expansion of the kitchen and restroom areas calls for the brick to match the adjoining buildings in the rear elevation. Mr. Frick and Ms. Massey both stated that the windows should be arched since they are an integral part of the back as existing. Ms. Ketcham stated that in order to maintain continuity, the style of the windows should be retained. Regarding the common trash enclosure proposal, with a common dumpster area most of the concerns expressed by the Commission regarding garbage smells and sanitation could be minimized. Landscaping the enclosure area would provide an attractive addition to the alley. Mr. Frick suggested a roof parapet be considered for the addition to conceal mechanical equipment. Ms. Handley expressed the Commission's appreciation for this step to improve the alley's appearance. OTHER BUSINESS Rhodes House Ms. VanMeter met with the Parks Board April 28, 1990 and they issued an endorsement of the Jefferson Street site for relocation of the house. Since the railroad is interested in selling the site, Leslie Beckmann, City Parks Planner, and Ron Mills, City Right -of -Way Agent, are negotiating with the railroad about acquiring the site in fee simple. Ms. Ketcham proposed the Heritage Roundtable invite the CDBG Committee to tour the house and have Ms. Leibrock there to talk about the handi- capped/elderly proposal for use of the house. Ms. VanMeter warned that the CDBG will probably react against a single issue that is so costly; however, City Council should be lobbied from a variety of interests, not just preservation, to proceed with the project. Historic Preservation Week Ms. Tunner explained the events and handed out flyers about Preservation Week. f • • Ms. Massey introduced Debbie Watts to the Commission. Ms. Massey presented a National Park Service slide show on historic context. Ms. Handley presented information on the Edbrooke Lofts interior design project in Denver. Meeting adjourned approximately 7:00 p.m. Minutes submitted by Joyce Lewton.