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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
5:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Room 250, Historic Federal Building
Commissioners Present: Chairperson Christina Monk; Commissioners Emily
Hilgendorf, Leslie Terry, David Klavitter, Bob McDonell, John McAndrews, Juan Nieto,
and Joseph Rapp.
Commissioners Excused: Commissioner Al Kopcyzk.
Commissioners Unexcused: None.
Staff Members Present: Laura Carstens and David Johnson.
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Monk at 5:30 p.m.
AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE: Staff presented an Affidavit of Compliance verifying
the meeting was being held in compliance with the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
MINUTES: Motion by McDonell, seconded by Hilgendorf, to approve the minutes of the
October 20, 2016 meeting as submitted. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye —
Klavitter, McDonell, Monk, McAndrews, Nieto, Rapp, Terry and Hilgendorf; Nay—None;
Abstain — None.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC: None.
Design Review (tabled from 10/20/16): Application of Tom Kelzer to construct a four-
story hotel at 1100 Jackson Street in the Historic Millwork District.
Staff Member Johnson reviewed the staff report, noting the Commission's previous
review and concerns at the October 20, 2016 meeting. He reviewed the applicant's
modifications to the plans in response to the concerns expressed by the Commission.
He reviewed the changes in relation to relevant architectural guidelines. He stated all
proposed changes are specific to the west elevation facing Jackson Street and no other
changes have been made to the other elevations or the site plan for the building.
Tom Kelzer, 137 Main Street, Dubuque, reviewed how the revised west elevation was
revised. He noted the similarities between the east facade, including the awning,
overhang, and doors. He noted the improved pedestrian experience from the street.
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The Commission thanked the applicant for revising the west elevation and creating
more of a destination in the Historic Millwork District. Commissioners discussed the
proposed materials. Commissioners asked about the sign. Mr. Kelzer noted the
internally illuminated sign is Marriott standard signage. Commissioners noted externally
illuminated signs are not typically appropriate in historical areas; however, the
Commission stated the height of the sign and the fact that the hotel is new construction
makes it less of a concern. The Commission stated any ground signs should be
externally illuminated. Mr. Kelzer noted there are likely to be directional signs but no
monument signs.
The Commission expressed appreciation to the applicants and their architect for
creating a much more appropriate pedestrian-scale entrance.
Commissioners, staff and the applicant discussed site design requirements for the
parking lot regarding permeable paving, landscaping and storm water management.
Motion by Nieto, seconded by McDonell, to approve the application as revised and
submitted, with any ground signs to be externally illuminated to comply with the
Architectural Guidelines. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Terry, McDonell,
Rapp, Hilgendorf, Monk, Klavitter, Nieto, and McAndrews, Nay - None.
Design Review: Application of Adam Johnson, Adam Johnson Architecture to install a
concrete deck at 1065 Jackson Street in the Historic Millwork District.
Staff Member Johnson reviewed the proposal for a concrete deck. He noted the
Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness at the October 20, 2016
meeting to allow the project with a wood framed deck and synthetic decking. He
explained the Commission noted potential challenges with debris and other items
collecting underneath the open deck system and the applicants have revised the
concept in response to that discussion.
Tom Kelzer, 137 Main Street, Dubuque, discussed the design approach for the new
concrete deck. He explained the concrete will be stamped, textured, and colored to
appear like limestone. He noted the design approach will fit in well with the context of
the Historic Millwork District and will be easier to maintain.
The Commission questioned potential issues with chipping and coloration of the
concrete. Gary Carner, 1664 Washington Street, Dubuque, explained the concrete
would be integrally colored and reinforced to avoid chipping. The Commission
discussed the design of the columns. Commissioners discussed with the applicants the
option to not use concrete that looks like limestone and rather use a gray traditional
concrete material. Some Commissioners expressed concerns that the stamped colored
and textured limestone would offer a false historical appearance and a gray standard
concrete would still be in keeping with the commercial and industrial character of the
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area. Commissioner Nieto stated the stamped, textured, and colored concrete
alternative would better lend itself to the appearance of foundations and other buildings
in the area. The Commission discussed the use of limestone stamped concrete versus
traditional concrete in the area. Commissioners discussed the amount of overhang and
use of the pillars supporting the columns. Commissioners noted they liked how the
columns went all the way to the floor of the porch. The Commission noted if the
supporting posts are used in the design, they should also be the same concrete as the
ramp.
Motion by Klavitter, seconded by Hilgendorf, to approve the application for a Certificate
of Appropriateness with the provision that the ramp be a gray concrete material and the
wood columns either carry to the floor of the ramp or be supported by posts that are the
same concrete color and texture with the condition that the Engineering Department
and City Manager approve the porch's encroachment into the right-of-way. Motion
carried by the following vote: Aye — Terry, McDonell, Rapp, Hilgendorf, Monk, Klavitter,
and McAndrews; Nay - Nieto; Abstain - None.
Commissioner Klavitter left the meeting at 6:05 p.m.
ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
Work Plan Update: Staff and the Commission reviewed the updates to the Historic
Preservation Commission work plan.
Survey and Registration Protects: Chairperson Monk referred to the map provided by
Planning Services staff. She reviewed the approach to identify priority survey and
registration areas, noting past Section 106 reviews previous surveyed areas as well as
the HUD Resiliency Grant areas. She explained areas will be surveyed and registered
as money becomes available.
National Registration Program: Chairperson Monk noted these projects will progress as
money becomes available.
Staff Member Carstens reported the Eagle Point Park nomination has been completed
and is scheduled for review in February 2017 at the State Nominations Review
Committee meeting in Des Moines.
Economic Impact Study: Staff Member Carstens reported the Planning Services staff
met with Commissioner Klavitter and Executive Director Duane Haggerty of Heritage
Works. She stated as a result of this meeting, a capital improvement program request
was submitted to fund development of the Economic Impact Study that would inform a
future preservation plan.
National Register of Historic Places Entry Signs: Staff Member Carstens reported that
Planning staff met with Commissioner Klavitter and Duane Haggerty of Heritage Works.
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She stated a Capital Improvement Project request was submitted to provide a local
match for private fundraising efforts for the signs.
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
Building Services Historic Preservation Enforcement Report: Commissioner Nieto
noted the straight railing has been installed at 1163 Highland Place as approved by the
Commission at their October meeting, and it looks good. Commissioner McDonell
asked staff to find out when the new notice for 1492 Locust Street will be prepared and
sent.
Staff Approvals: None.
ADJOURNMENT: Motion by McDonell, seconded by Hilgendorf, to adjourn the
November 17, 2016 meeting. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — McDonell,
Nieto, Monk, McAndrews, Rapp, Terry, and Hilgendorf; Nay — None.
The meeting adjourned at 6:12 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager Adopted