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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 04/11/1995• 0 LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION Regular Meeting April 11, 1995 Council Liaison: Gina Janett Staff Liaison: Joe Frank SUMMARY OF MEETING: The Commission approved the February 21 and February 28, 1995 meeting minutes as read and corrected, The LPC approved the proposed rear wall addition at 154-156 North College; the proposed reconstruction of the front porch at 729 Mathews; and gave conceptual approval to the proposed windows enlargement at 629 West Mountain. The Commission discussed a request for a zoning variance at 519 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Commission Vice -Chairman Ruth Weatherford called the meeting to order at 5:35 pm, 281 North College Avenue. Secretary Diane Slater called the roll. Commission members Per Hogestad, Carl McWilliams, and James Tanner were present. Jean Kullman arrived a few minutes later. Chairman Jennifer Carpenter and Bud Frick were absent. Joe Frank and Carol Tunner represented staff. GUESTS: Ted and Ellen Zibell, owners of 154-156 North College; Jeff Bridges, owner of 72S Mathews; David Haimson, owner of 629 West Mountain; Kay Easthouse, owner of 519 Peterson. AGENDA REVIEW: No changes STAFF REPORT: Ms. Tunner added a discussion of a letter from John MacFarlane of Larimer County Parks Dept. and a discussion of proposed changes to 14 homes owned by the Fort Collins Housing Authority. COMMISSION MEMBERS' REPORTS: Jean Kullman reported on the meeting with the consultant for the Eastside-Westside Design Guidelines. She said some residents voiced opposition to the proposal that the Guidelines be mandatory rather than voluntary and noted that the guidelines will be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission on April 24. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The word "unanimously" was added to page 6 of the February 21 minutes. Mr. Tanner moved that the minutes be approved as corrected and Mr. Hogestad seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Tanner moved approval of the February 28 minutes and Mr. Hogestad seconded the motion, which passed unanimously, 5-0. CURRENT DESIGN REVIEW: 154-156 North College. Rear Wall Addition Mr.Zibell explained that they plan to add a courtyard and gated wall behind the store for business use. Landmark Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 1995 Page 2 It will provide a desirable atmosphere for the business as well as security, block the view of a neighbor's cooler but not inhibit the neighbor's use. Mr. Hogestad commented that this looked like a good improvement. Mr. Zibell said that the owners of the pawn shop next door had approved the Zibell's applying stucco to their common wall. Mr. Tanner moved approval of the proposal as presented and Ms. Kullman seconded the motion, which passed unanimously, 5-0. 729 Mathews. Restoration of Porch Mr. Bridges discussed the work which has been done up to this point. He showed pictures of the original porch, the design they plan to follow except where changes are needed to comply with code and for safety. He passed around a color sample painted with the proposed colors and noted that the dark red and blue are historically accurate. He will also use an off white and lighter blue grey. They will be using a wood handrail which will match the porch posts. He described the process for removing the double hung windows for restoration and refinishing. Ms. Kullman moved approval of the reconstruction of the front porch design as proposed for 725 Mathews. Mr. Hogestad seconded the motion, which passed unanimously, 5-0. Ms. Tunner commented that the Building Permits Dept. will need notification that no new building permits may be issued until the proposed designations brought about by the Rehabilitation Grant Program are completed. 629 West Mountain. Enlargement of Windows Mr. Haimson proposes to increase the size of both upstairs windows for fire safety and ventilation. The windows will be 7" taller and 9" wider and are currently only accessible from the outside. They also plan to install a skylight on the east side of the house where it will not be easily visible. Ms. Tunner said that the Secretary's Standards have determined that skylights should not be on the main facade and should be a flat low profile rather than the bubble type. Mr. Tanner asked if the proposed new windows would have true divided lights. Mr. Haimson said the outside will be actual divided lights with interior storms and will most likely be a custom window. Ms. Tunner suggested that they talk to Building Inspection about requirements for the proposed attic use. Staff changed the staff recommendation to doing both windows rather than one, for reasons of safety. However, the LPC will need to see exactly what sort of window and skylight will be installed either with a picture or elevation. Mr. Tanner said he felt that the review could be conceptual but would need more information for a final review, such as a cross-section of the window. New Landmark Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 1995 Page 3 windows often have a wider muntin and said that the new windows should keep narrow muntins as long as they are in proportion to the amount of glass. Ms. Weatherford said she felt that replacing both windows was acceptable and Mr. Hogestad though it would be more functional and look better. Ms. Weatherford said Mr. Haimson should return with more details, such as an illustration of the window in section. Mr. Haimson said the windows will look the same from the street and the Commission gave conceptual approval to the windows looking the same from the street. DISCUSSION ITEMS: Ms. Kay Easthouse, 519 Peterson said she would like a zoning variance for a garage setback. She feels that the current requirements keep people from rebuilding structures. She would like to keep her garage at 0'-0" rather than 5'-0" back from the alley because it will take up too much of the yard and be seen from her new large windows in the house. Mr. McWilliams and Mr. Tanner suggested she pursue the hardship issue and take pictures to illustrate her point. Ms. Weatherford said the Commission will take the request under advisement and Mr. Tanner said he would need more information before requesting a variance. Ms. Kullman said she is concerned because the proposed replacement garage is larger than the original and the house is not designated. Mr. Tanner said he would like to wait and see how the Eastside-Westside Guidelines address this issue. OTHER BUSINESS: Ms.Tunner read a letter from John MacFarlane of the Larimer County Parks. He is interested in starting an Historic Preservation Dept. in the County and would like to do survey work on historic homes in the county but will need to wait for sufficient funding. Ms. Tunner showed photos of 14 homes owned by the Housing Authority. They are doing a lead abatement program and propose to spray over mesh covering the lead paint on historic homes. The LPC felt this alteration is unacceptable. Ms. Tunner read a letter from Mr. Tom Keohan of the National Park Service regarding the Linden Hotel. He is asking that the remainder of the historic wall be plastered almost completely. The business owner, Roy Young, plans to appeal. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm. Submitted by Diane Slater, Secretary.