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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLandmark Preservation Commission - Minutes - 02/01/1989LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION FEBRUARY 1, 1999 MEETING MINUTES The meeting began at approximately 5:30 p.m. at 200 West Mountain Avenue. Members attending were: Andy Mutz, Sally Ketcham, Bud Frick, Wayne Sund- berg, Andrew Morris, D. Prescott Handley, and Rheba Massey. Staff was repre- sented by Kari VanMeter and Joyce Lewton, Secretary. The January 4, 1989 minutes were amended as follows: Nature's Own Imagina- tion Paragraph 3: Ms. Dickson replied that the brick would not be sandblasted. She stated that the sign in Shores for Shore's Family Dentistry had used silicone adhesive and when the name was changed, there was no problem with residue from the previous tenant's sign. The minutes for January 4, 1999 stood approved as corrected. CURRENT ITEMS Old Town Skateboarding, Sig,nag,e Old Town Sauare The applicant was represented by Wendy Dixon from Gardner Signs, Inc. and requested approval of new signs prohibiting bicycling and skateboarding in the Square. The new signs would be larger, easier to read and placed at a lower height. The eight single -faced signs measure 18" X 24", are made of aluminum, have a solid forest green back and a forest green background with the bur- gundy flying goose logo and white lettering on the face. The signs will be mounted facing inward to existing light poles with metal bands. Suggested locations are two signs on East Mountain and Walnut Street entires, two signs in the foundation amphitheatre setting, one sign next to Jon's Breads on Walnut and one sign near Comedy Works on East Mountain Avenue. After some discussion regarding the placement of the signs, Ms. Ketcham moved to accept the signage as proposed with the provision that the signs be seven feet high and can be adjusted upward if necessary. The signs on Linden and Walnut Streets should face outward. The signs on East Mountain Avenue should face as follows: the sign on the east side of the Plaza should face west the signs on the west side of the Plaza should face east. Ms. Handley seconded the motion. Ms. VanMeter stated that according to City ordinances, the height of the signs must be 8-1/2 feet. Ms. Ketcham amended the motion to read the signs be 8-1/2 feet high with the option that the signs can be lowered If necessary to increase enforceability. Motion to approved passed 7-0. Old Town Ale House The applicant, Harold Lee Fetters, requested approval for a two-sided project- ing sign mounted from a 90 degree bracket. The sign, 24"W x 36"L, will be constructed of hand -carved mahogany wood. The background color will be that of the wood, with the lettering and logo in muted shades of brown, yellow and orange. The Bracket, painted flat black, will be flush mounted to the facade, centered above the entry awning and will be fastened to the facade with lag bolts placed in the mortar. Ms. Ketcham asked if the present light fixture above the door would remain. Mr. Fetters replied yes, unless he could receive approval for a double light which would illuminate both sides of the sign while remaining in the period style. Mr. Frick moved to accept the sign and bracketing as proposed with acceptance of the light conditional upon staff approval. Mr. Morris seconded the motion. Motion to approve passed 7-0. The applicant also requested approval for patio renovations to include a wrought iron fence and a planter bed. The Fire Department requires a 16 foot right-of-way provided the front area of the fencing is removable. The fence closest to the building will be stationary. Mr. Frick pointed out the distance from the grade to the bottom of the tan trim is 36". The top of the fence should be the same height as the bottom of the tan trim or the bottom of the 6" circles in wrought iron should be level with the bottom of the tan trim to be correct visually. This would make the height of the entire fence 39" from grade. Mr. Frick moved to approve the patio layout and design with the noted dimen- sions of WL X 5' W including fencing as long as the fence is the same style as the fence at Cafe Fraucats and the height of the fence will be at the bottom of the tan trim with Staff approval of final height adjustment as per the design of the fence. The planter boxes will be 8'L x 2'6"W. Ms. Massey sec- onded the motion. The motion to approve passed 7-0. Canyon Concert Ballet The applicant, Mr. Gary Hixon, requested approval of the awning and signage for the entrance to his studio. The awning is 18' and provides cover for the door and three windows. It is constructed of burgundy canvas with the lower 2 feet made of vinyl with white 15" vinyl cutout letters for backlighting purposes. The backlighting will be provided by five light units located under the awning and mounted on the wall. The lettering will cover the whole width of the awning and the 36" X 36" logo on the top of the awning of dancers in motion will be in shades of yellow, raspberry and teal. The awning is to be centered over the width of the building. Ms. Ketcham moved to accept the application as proposed. Mr. Mutz seconded the motion. Motion to approve passed 7-0. Staff Update Ms. VanMeter informed the Commission the Downtown Plan Draft would be placed on the March Agenda. The draft for Administrative Review is available for Commission approval. Regarding simple applications which meet the Guidelines and are complete, staff and one designated LPC member can approve the application. If there is -2- 4 a disagreement between the applicant and staff regarding completeness or suitability, the applicant can bring the request before the Commission. The sign process will thus have about a five day turnaround and will relieve the Commission for matters pertaining to historical preservation. The Strategic Plan was discussed. Mr. Sundberg, Ms. Ketcham and Ms. VanMeter will schedule a work session regarding the plaques put up by the Centen- nial/Bi-Centennial Commission. The plaques should come under the LPC pur- view. The alternatives that were presented to the City regarding the Art Deco Terra Cotta Fountain at the Power Plant were discussed. These alternatives were: complete dismantlement, cleaning and recasting or stabilization. The City chose the alternative of stabilization. Mr. Sundberg pointed out an article in the Rocky Mountain News of January 27, 1989 regarding the House Bill on State Preservation. The bill was unani- mously approved in the House Finance Committee for a tax credit of up to $50,000 to owners for repairs of historical buildings. Mr. Sundberg questioned Ms. VanMeter regarding the status of the sign on the Shoe Shop in the Northern Hotel. Ms. VanMeter replied that since the tenant is trying to comply and has acted in good faith, she had put the fines on hold. Ms. VanMeter showed the Commission the manuscripts Ms. Echevarria has com- pleted for the Historical Preservation Society entitled "Architecture Styles in Fort Collins" and "Architectural Glossary." The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:15 p.m. Minutes submitted by Joyce Lewton. -3-