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SPECIAL SESSION
Thursday, February 23, 2006
11 :30 a.m.
Conference Room B, City Hall
50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa
PRESENT:
Chairperson David Stuart; Commission Members Chris Olson, Mike Coty, Jim
Gibbs, Chris Wand and Mary Loney-Bichell (teleconference); Staff Members
Laura Carstens and David Johnson.
Commission Member John Whalen
ABSENT:
AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE: Staff presented an Affidavit of Compliance verifying the meeting
was being held in compliance with the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Stuart at 11 :30 a.m.
DESIGN REVIEW: Application of David Harris, Housing and Community Development
Department for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace aluminum framing and windows,
and to replace metal panels with stucco or siding for property located at 1111 Bluff Street and
located in the Jackson Park Historic Preservation District.
David Harris, City of Dubuque Housing and Community Development Director; Matt Lundh,
Architect; and Sister Carol Karwoski, shelter director were present to represent Opening
Doors. Matt Lundh explained they were before the Historic Preservation Commission to
present options and gain feedback on proposed improvements to the building at 1111 Bluff
Street.
Chairperson Stuart stated the building is of recent architecture. He explained the structure
has lost most of its historical features. Chairperson Stuart stated any improvements should be
sensitive to the historical character of the rest of the neighborhood.
David Harris stated the long term goals for the building are to add a pitched roof and a
vestibule; however, Opening Doors does not have a budget to do this at this time. He added a
roof and vestibule would enhance the building's appearance as well as the neighborhood. He
explained Opening Doors is seeking recommendations for improvements to elements of the
exterior fa<;:ade, specifically windows and siding. He stated they would like to improve the
appearance of the building as well as the functionality and efficiency of the windows. David
Harris added they would like to limit the inward visibility of the windows.
The Historic Preservation Commission discussed utilizing double-hung windows or casement
windows on the building. They discussed the preferred number, location, scale and effects of
the window options. The Commission also discussed siding, door and miscellaneous fa<;:ade
options for the building.
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Chairperson Stuart stated because of the nature of the building there a number of appropriate
options. The Commission felt wood or cemplank siding was most appropriate and sensitive to
neighborhood properties. Commissioners Wand, Bichell and Gibbs felt the larger or current
size casement windows were most appropriate for the building provided it retains its flat roof.
Chairperson Stuart felt smaller, double-hung windows would be more residential in
appearance and appropriate to the neighborhood. Commissioner Coty suggested utilizing bay
windows to lessen the institutional appearance of the building.
Chairperson Stuart asked for the Staff Report. Staff Member Johnson stated the architectural
survey for the property indicates the building's style as recent. He stated the property
originally contained a single family residence constructed in 1877. A Baptist church followed
on the site prior to the present building. Staff Member Johnson stated the improvements will
require ADA compliance. He referred the applicant to New Construction - ADA Compliant
Access and Facades-Windows and Transformations found in the Architectural Guidelines.
Staff Member Johnson confirmed surveys of the property have not identified any historical
significance to the structure.
Motion by Stuart, seconded by Olson to recommend the following four options:
1. Drywall and insulate interior panels behind the two end panels of the existing three
panel windows and replace the center panel with energy efficient glass which may be
ti nted.
2. Paired casements with wood or cemplank siding on all four sides. The color of the
siding shall match or be similar to the color of the existing brick. The use of stucco,
aluminum or vinyl siding shall be prohibited.
3. The entrance doors may have open pane glass with no side light. The entrance may
have single or double doors which are trimmed to match the windows.
4. The emergency door may be hollow metal and it is recommended it be painted to
match the building.
Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Stuart, Olson, Wand, Bichell, Coty and Gibbs; Nay-
None.
ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
IHPA Annual Conference
Commissioner Olson stated the Iowa Historical Preservation Alliance (IHPA) is looking for a
location to have its annual conference near the end of August or beginning September.
Commissioner Olson asked the other Commissioners whether they would like to partner with the
Iowa Historic Preservation Alliance and help host the conference. Commissioner Olson
questioned what the City can contribute to facilitate the conference. Commissioner Olson
questioned whether Staff time can be dedicated towards developing and putting the conference
on. Commissioner Wand requested more information be provided and specifically questioned the
amount of money and Staff time expected. Staff Member Carstens suggested Commissioner
Olson contact the Convention and Visitors Bureau. Staff Member Carstens stated the Convention
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and Visitors Bureau can contribute a substantial match by providing a mailer as well as help
organize and coordinate the event.
IHPA Awards
Commissioner Olson stated the IHPA Awards are due March 15, 2006. She stated she had
already prepared and submitted the nomination for the Housing Education and Rehabilitation
Training (HEART) Project located at 2046 Washington. By consensus, the Commission
nominated the Mandolin Inn and the Weber building for IHPA Award consideration.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 12:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David Johnson, Assistant Planner
Adopted