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Minutes Historic Pres. 6 15 06 MEETING MINUTES tI~TORIC P1?~V'(fl10N OO~ION Thursday, June 15, 2006 5:30 p.m. Carnegie Stout Public Library Auditorium Present: Chairperson Dave Stuart, Commission Members John Whalen, Mike Coty, Jim Gibbs and Chris Wand; Staff Members David Johnson, Tim O'Brien and Wally Wernimont. Absent: Commissioners Chris Olson and Mary Loney Bichell. 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 5:32 p.m. REVIEW OF MINUTES: Chairperson Stuart noted a change on Page 4 in the first paragraph above second design review, should state, "look alikes" instead of "like alikes." Motion by Wand, seconded by Whalen to approve the minutes of the May 18, 2006 meeting as amended. Motion was approved by the following vote: Aye - Stuart, Whalen, Coty, Gibbs and Wand; Nay - none. DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Bethany Golembesky/Mid American Holdings, LLC for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace a 9'6" by 4' picture window with a 9' by 6'8" slider, add a hip roof to the existing garage to match the house and extend a new deck around the north side of the house for the property at 1300 Walnut Street located in the West 11 th Street Historic District. Bethany Golembesky presented her application to the Commission. She noted that she previously received approval for a Certificate of Appropriateness to move the house from Finley site to this site. She indicated that she received approval for modifications. She noted that she is now asking to remodify the previous proposal. She explained that instead of a 9'6" window on the north side of the building, they would like to replace it with a 9' by 6'8" sliding door. She indicated that they are proposing to expand the porch to the side of the house where the sliding door will access it. She noted that they are proposing to install roof trusses on the existing garage and not build the previously approved detached garage. Chairperson Stuart noted that the roof design will be similar to the house except it will have a slightly lower pitch. Staff Member Johnson presented the staff report. He referred to the previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness. He reiterated the requests for the new Certificate of Appropriateness to the Commission. Chairperson Stuart asked about the Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 2 staining of the wood. Ms. Golembesky stated that the shingles would be using a transparent stain. Motion by Stuart, seconded by Whalen, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness with the option of using pigmented stain, transparent stain or paint on the shingles. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Bethany Golembesky/Mid American Holdings, LLC for a Certificate of Appropriateness to use 7 11," width 6" exposure fiber cement board lap siding in the middle section of the house (above limestone) and behind the limestone on the lower level and stain cedar shingles in the upper section of the house from the freeze board to the roof at the gable ends for the property at 550 Arlington Street located in the W. 11th Street Historic Preservation District. Bethany Golembesky presented the application to the Commission. She noted that this house was relocated from the Finley site to this site. She referred to the previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness for the design of the building. She indicated that the previous approval showed a poured concrete foundation with limestone veneer. She stated that instead of covering the entire poured concrete foundation with limestone that she would propose to install fiber cement lap siding on a portion of the foundation. She stated that on the west side of the house, limestone will be installed from the front fa9ade 20 feet back and then at that point, fiber cement board would be installed that would not be viewable due to the stair access. She stated on the east side of the house, limestone will be installed from the front fa9ade to eight feet back and then fiber cement board would be installed. She also stated that she would like to install fiber cement board on the gabled dormers. Staff Member Johnson presented the staff report. He referred to the previously approved Certificate of Appropriate and reiterated the new request is to install fiber cement board on the foundation, the first floor level of the house and the gables. He also stated that Ms. Golembesky is proposing to use cement board on the shed dormer if they run out of the existing wood shingles. Ms. Golembesky explained the location of the cement fiberboard on the building to the Commission. She noted that if they run out of wood shingles, she would like to use cement board. Commissioner Wand noted that he would like to see wood shingles be put on the dormers instead of cemplank siding. Motion by Wand, seconded by Whalen, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness to install cement fiber board siding with a 6" exposure on the lower foundation, as requested, and the use of cedar shingles on the upper dormers. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 3 DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Bethany Golembesky/Mid American Holdings, LLC for a Certificate of Appropriateness to use 7 )1," width 6" exposure fiber cement board lap siding in the middle section of the house above the limestone and behind the limestone on the lower level and stained cedar shingles in the upper section of the house from the freeze board to the roof at the gabled ends for the property at 570 Arlington Street located in the W. 11th Street Historic Preservation District. Bethany Golembesky presented her application to the Commission. She referred to submitted renderings and noted the use of fiber cement board underneath a deck. She stated that the limestone veneer will still be used on the foundation; however, when they get eight feet back from the front fa9ade they would like to install the fiber cement board, which would be located underneath the deck. She stated that they are also proposing to use the fiber cement board on the dormer of the building. Staff Member Johnson presented the staff report. He noted that the previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness and reiterated the request for the new Certificate of Appropriateness. Ms. Golembesky also noted they will be using fiber cement board on the first story of the building. Commissioner Wand stated that since they are using cement boards on the front fa9ade of the building, he has no objection to the use of the cement board on the dormers. He stated that due to the size of the dormers, he would like to see a smaller lap exposure than 6". Ms. Golembesky stated that she is amenable to the use of 4" or less lap exposure on the dormer. Motion by Wand, seconded by Whalen, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for the use of 6" exposure fiber cement board lap siding on the foundation and the first story of the house and the use of a 4" or less exposure fiber cement board lap siding on the dormer. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Jan Imhof/PAL, LLC for a Certificate of Appropriateness to reconstruct the second story porch rail using 2" by 2" wood spindles to match the existing spindles, install a 46" high black rod iron rail on the third floor porch to replace the 27 %" high railing, replace the existing 33" by 71" wood fixed paned windows with 33" by 71" vinyl double-hung windows on the second story porch, and remove "Park Manor" from the front fa9ade of the building for the property at 1689-1691 Main Street located in the Jackson Park Historic Preservation District. Jan Imhof, representing PAL, LLC, presented the application to the Commission. Mrs. Imhof reported on the status of the porch that is being reconstructed. She stated that they are proposing to deviate from the previously approved porch. She explained that they would like to use a vinyl double-hung window on the second story instead of the fixed pane wood storms that were there. She noted the use of a wrought iron hand rail Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 4 on the top of the third story porch for safety and the removal of "Park Manor" from the building. Staff Member Johnson presented the staff report. He reiterated the Certificate of Appropriateness request for the alterations to the building. Chairperson Stuart noted that he would like to break the multiple requests into separate motions. The Commission discussed the removal of "Park Manor" from the building. Motion by Wand, seconded by Whalen, to allow the removal of "Park Manor" from the porch design. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. Chairperson Stuart then referred to the railing to be installed on the third story. Mrs. Imhof noted she is requesting a 46" tall railing on the porch instead of the standard 42" handrail. Commissioner Whalen asked about the handrail design. Mrs. Imhof stated that they are going with the 46" height for safety reasons. She stated that they were proposing to use the twisted spindles for the handrail. The Commission noted that they would much rather see a standard square spindle used instead of the twisted spindle that was previously used. Mrs. Imhof noted that all the railings are being custom fabricated and that she is agreeable to the use of a square spindle for the handrail. Motion by Whalen, seconded by Wand, to approve the third story guard railing with square metal spindles. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. Chairperson Stuart then referred to the hand railing that will be installed on the first story. He stated that the handrail that is being proposed does not meet the current Building Code requirement. He noted that the handrail should be ADA compliant. He asked Mrs. Imhof if she is willing to withdraw her request for the handrail on the first story porch and to meet with the Building Department for a new design. Mrs. Imhof noted that she was willing to withdraw the handrail design and to come back to the Commission after she talks to the Building Department. The Commission discussed that the handrail should wrap around and meet up with the brick wall on the first story porch. Chairperson Stuart then discussed the request for the windows and handrail on the second story. He noted that the handrail design is not changed and therefore she does not need approval for that design. He referred to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Restoration. He noted that the applicants are proposing to duplicate the porch to a specific period of time. He stated that the use of double-hung vinyl windows on the second story porch is not in keeping with the guidelines. He stated that 50 years ago, the porch was probably not being used as a three-season porch. He noted that the previous porch used Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 5 screens and storms on the second story. Mrs. Imhof presented a photo of the porch to the Commission that showed the previous storm windows. The Commission discussed leaving the porch as an open porch. Mrs. Imhof stated that they are proposing to install the windows in order to help make the apartments more marketable. The Commission discussed the option of leaving the porch open. Mrs. Imhof noted that if the porch was to remain open, that the handrail design would need to be extended in order to meet Building Code. Commissioner Wand noted that he is opposed to the use of vinyl double-hung windows on the second story porch. Mrs. Imhof asked if they could use wood double-hung windows. Commissioner Wand noted that double-hung windows could be an option; however, he is more open to the use of full wood screens instead of double-hung windows. Motion by Wand, seconded by Stuart, to approve the changes to the second level of the porch. Motion was denied by the following vote: Aye - None; Nay - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart. DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Ken Moore for a Certificate of Appropriateness to review the site plan and complete the design review for duplexes for property on Arlington Street located in the W. 11th Street Historic Preservation District. Ken Moore, 1816 Vine Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, presented the application to the Commission. He noted that Terry Koelker, Buesing and Associates, prepared the site plan and is available for questions. Mr. Moore noted that he is proposing to build two duplexes and to attach them along a common lot line. He referred to the topography of the site and the design of the building. Staff Member Johnson presented the staff report. He referred to the design of the building. He referred to the previous Zoning Board of Adjustment approvals for the setbacks. He explained that the applicant is actually proposing two attached duplexes for a total of four units. He explained the use of materials on the exterior of the building. He referred to an amended plan that shows that the garage door is now facing Arlington Street. He reviewed the City's Streetscape and Landscape Guidelines as well as the Architectural Design Guidelines for the style, structures size, setting, massing, and driveways as well as new residential construction. Chairperson Stuart noted that the Secretary of Interior's Standards do not have guidelines for infill buildings. He stated that the applicant is proposing to construct a side gable Italianate duplex. The Commission discussed that the overall massing of the building is too large for the W. 11th Street Historic District. Mr. Moore noted that in 1999, the Commission reviewed the design of the building. Chairperson Stuart referred to several side gable duplexes located throughout the neighborhood. He referred to the Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 6 two-door and window configuration of these buildings. He stated that the shape, massing and scale are too large for the neighborhood. He also stated that the gable overhangs are too small for this building. Mr. Moore noted that the building design is based on the structure located to the east of the lots. The Commission discussed the size and scale of buildings throughout the neighborhood. Commissioner Wand noted that the building is basically two duplexes attached to each other, and that the size and scale is not compatible with the neighborhood. He noted that if the buildings were to be separated into two separate duplexes, the size and scale would work. He noted that the height of the building is not proportionate to the width of the building. The Commission discussed the location of off-street parking and the garage doors. Mr. Moore noted that the location of the garage doors on the previously submitted plan were in error and that they should be installed on the front of the building. He stated that Arlington Street is mostly rental properties, and the majority of the properties do not have off-street parking. He stated that historic garage doors could be purchased and installed on the building. Mr. Moore asked about the use of aluminum soffit on the structure. Commission Wand noted that this is an infill structure and he has more concerns with the size and scale of the building. He said that the Commission can be amenable to material uses of the building. Commissioner Wand noted that the style of the building and the materials used will depend on the newly submitted design. Chairperson Stuart noted that the use of a fiber cement board is more acceptable than a vinyl or aluminum. The Commission stated that brick should be used to the gable ends of the building. Commissioner Gibbs discussed the possibility of constructing a federal-style townhouse building. The Commission discussed with the applicant the federal building style. Mr. Moore noted that he owns several federal-style townhouses located on Locust Street. Mr. Moore noted that he is more agreeable to the use of the federal-style at this location. The Commission stated the buildings could still be connected with a "0" lot line; however, they would like to see a sidewalk installed in front of the building that would provide access from the parking area into the building. The Commission asked Mr. Moore if he would like to withdraw his application and to resubmit a new plan at the next meeting. Mr. Moore agreed to withdraw his application and resubmit a new plan. DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Greg and Peggy Stover for a Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact alterations to an existing flat roof addition located at the rear of the existing building at 1145 Locust Street located in the Jackson Park Historic Preservation District. Greg Stover presented his application to the Commission. Mr. Stover noted that he purchased the home in 2000 with the idea to make it into a meeting and event center. He referred to the addition at the rear of the building built in 1932. He stated that it was constructed improperly and needed to be fixed. He stated that he has met with the Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 7 Historic Preservation Commission in the past, and stated he has several drawing plans of the building from 1932. He stated that the design for the addition was not concise in 2003. The Commission discussed that they approved a loosely designed rear addition, and that Mr. Stover was going to return to the Commission later with a more concrete design. Mr. Stover noted that he received approval for the demolition of the garage. He stated that in the process, they discovered there were massive footings for the garage that tied into a cistern. He stated he then modified his plan to not include the construction of a turret as proposed. He explained that his contractor was working the property but left in the middle of construction for personal reasons. He then stated the addition sustained several thousand dollars worth of damage caused by a rain and wind storm. Mr. Stover explained that he was in the process of looking for cedar siding for over three years for the property and ironically found it at Spahn and Rose. He stated he used cedar siding and Marvin wood windows as previously approved, and that he is in the process of installing copper flashing and copper gutters on the building. He stated that he changed the turret to a bay window and it was based on the 1932 drawing. He stated that the dormer on the south side did not match the one located on the rear of the building and he reconfigured the rear windows because of a structural beam that needed to be installed for the reconstruction of the addition's substructure. He stated that he is currently waiting for a qualifying mason to install the tuck pointing and stone on the building. He explained they went through complete reshingling of the gate house and a portion of the addition. He referred to a temporary door that is in the dormer that will be replaced with an oval door. He described the alteration in the dormer from a triangular window and is replacing the siding with solid trim to make it appear as one whole piece. He noted that the previously approved design showed railings. He stated that he will not install the wood hand railing because of snow sitting on the roof which would cause it rot. He discussed the possibility of using cresting instead. He stated that there is currently a lot of "if's" with the building at this time and that he will return on a future date with more concrete details. Staff Member Johnson presented the staff report. He noted the history of the property and the architectural features and style of the building. He reviewed the previously Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 8 approved Certificate of Appropriateness, and noted that the minutes and drawings were submitted with the Commission's packet. He referred to the applicant's letter that was submitted with the application. Chairperson Stuart noted that he wanted Mr. Stover to explain to the Commission what exactly he is going to do in the future, if there are modifications or deviations, that the Commission will need to review and approve them. Mr. Stuart noted that the window fenestration change on the back of the building is not visible with the present window configuration of the main house, and that he is okay with the modification. Mr. Stover noted that he did not come back for the alteration for the windows. He stated that he should have come back; however, they needed to be altered because of the structure of the addition. The Commission discussed the entrance to the rear of the building, which is not yet constructed. They also discussed the triangular dormer located on the third floor. Mr. Stover explained that he is going to remove the siding between the windows and install solid molding. He explained that no columns or porch will be built on the rear of the building. He stated this was going to be constructed for a separate entrance for an arch itectu ra I fi rm. Chairperson Stuart noted that the Secretary of Interior's Standards allows additions to differentiate from the old, but the size, style, shape and scaling should be consistent. Mr. Stover noted the reconstruction of ship wheel details on the porch and the installation of ridge cresting. He stated that quartzite stone will be installed underneath the bay on the south side of the building to match the existing. Motion by Stuart, seconded by Whalen, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for the changes as they are constructed, and also to allow solid trim to be installed in the upper dormer and that the south side foundation wall will be covered with quartzite stone to match existing. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. DESIGN REVIEW: Application for Review of Preservation Alternatives for St. Mark's Community Center to wrap wood trim with aluminum at 391 W. 1zth Street located in the Jackson Park Historic Preservation District. Sr. Inez Turnmeyer, representing St. Mark's Community Center, presented her application to the Commission. She noted that their previous request before the Commission was to wrap the wood window trim with aluminum. She indicated that she went to the City Council on appeal and the Council upheld the Commission's decision to not allow wrapping with aluminum. She stated that she was present to discuss possible alternative solutions to wrapping the wood windows. She stated that she needs a Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 9 solution between the Commission and St. Mark's Community Center that is affordable. She asked if they could seek financial incentives from the City. Staff Member Johnson explained the Revolving Loan Fund Program and stated that although it is not free money, it is a low interest loan. Sr. Inez noted that it would cost $10,000 to scrap and paint the wood trim and remove the aluminum. The Commission discussed the cost of scraping and painting and removing the aluminum. The Commission offered names of contractors. The Commission directed staff to provide the applicant the name of the painter who has done work in the Langworthy Historic District. The Commission also directed Sr. Inez Turnmeyer to approach Lowe's, Menard's, Ace Hardware, etc. to help with financing or donation of materials. ITEMS FROM THE PUBLIC: Bill Brown, 950 Spruce Street, reported on the demolition by neglect of his property. He discussed the current deterioration of the limestone foundation, which borders along Wilbur Lane. He stated he felt the deterioration of mortar and the limestone foundation is from salt and snow removal along Wilbur Lane. The Commission discussed that the applicant may be eligible for the Historic Preservation Housing Grant program to help finance repairs. The Commission suggested the applicant look into this grant program for the repairs and have further discussions with the City Staff. Mr. Brown indicated he is working with City Engineer Gus Psihoyos to investigate the limestone to see the exact cause of the damage. Mr. Brown stated that he may have to file a claim against the City for damage caused to his property. Chairperson Stuart stated that this is an issue he will have to work out between the City and himself and at this point in time the Commission is willing to grant adequate time for the repairs to be made. The Commission suggested that Mr. Brown to look into the Historic Housing Grant Program to help finance the repairs. The Commission discussed the possibility of alternative materials if the limestone cannot be repaired cost effectively. The Commission said they will ask Building Services Manager Rich Russell to evaluate the condition of the foundation to see whether or not it is an immediate danger to the public. Motion by Wand, seconded by Whalen, to ask Building Services Manager Rich Russell to evaluate if the limestone foundation is an immediate hazard and to establish a reasonable deadline for repairs. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION Iowa Historic Preservation Alliance Statewide Conference 2006 Staff Member Johnson stated no action is required. The information was provided for Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 10 their review and consideration. ITEMS FROM STAFF Buildina Services Dept. - Status Report on Historic Preservation Enforcement: Staff Member Johnson presented the Building Services Department Enforcement Report. The Commission discussed the status of 1349 Prairie Street and the installation of stucco and the report on broken windows. The Commission discussed 1145 Locust Street. They noted that they approved Greg Stover's request for the rear addition of the building. By consensus, the Commission agreed that the Certificate of Appropriateness should be revised to state that any deviation from the approved Certificate of Appropriateness shall be required to come back to the Commission for those changes to be approved prior to the work being done. Demolition bv Nealect Revisions: Chairperson Stuart noted the language was submitted to the City Council for demolition by neglect to be extended to the conservation districts. Mr. Stuart referred to a memo that was submitted in the Commission's packet. The Commission reviewed the memo and the changes to the ordinance language for the conservation districts. Motion by Wand, seconded by Coty, to forward the revised draft ordinance extending demolition by neglect to conservation districts, and to recommend the extension of eligibility for the Historic Preservation Revolving Loan Fund to conservation districts on to the City Council. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. German Bank Buildina: The Commission discussed the current status of the German Bank building. Chairperson Stuart asked if they could receive a status report on the building. Motion by Wand, seconded by Stuart, to direct staff to follow-up with John Gronen and Steve Althoff on a status report on the German Bank Building. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. Yorkshire Rose: Staff Member Johnson reported the current enforcement of the Yorkshire Rose rear addition. Millworkina Historic District Nomination: Staff Member Johnson reported on the Millworking Historic District nomination. He noted the City Council has approved Historic District Public Improvement funds to finance the nomination. He also stated that they were directed by City Council to partner with the Envision 2010 Warehouse District Revitalization Committee. Minutes - Historic Preservation Commission June 15, 2006 Page 11 Motion by Wand, seconded by Whalen, to direct the Commission Chairperson to meet with the Envision 2010 Committee at their next meeting. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Whalen, Coty, Gibbs, Wand and Stuart; Nay - None. Comments on Comprehensive Plans Goals and Obiectives and draft 2030 Future Land Use Map: Staff Member Johnson reported on the Land Use Plan to the Commission and explained Commission comments may be submitted at any time. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Wally Wernimont, Assistant Planner Date