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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-20-2004 .r--- HASTINGS HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Minutes of the Meeting of April 20th, 2004 I. QUORUM: Commissioners: Boler, Simacek, Sovik-Siemens, Goderstad, Warg, La Breck present: r Staff: Grossman, Mahoney II. MINUTES OF MARCH 16TH, 2004 Goderstad moved and Boler seconded that the minutes be approved. Motion carried. III. REVIEW OF BUILDING PERMITS OR DESIGN PROPOSALS. (a) St Johns Lutheran - Office Buildina - Replacement of sidina - Discussion of Options. Mark Gellar of Hastings Siding, Keith McNamara and Mark Lodermeier of St Johns Church attended the meeting to discuss possible options for replacement of siding. It was explained to the Commission that the existing hardboard was deteriorating and in need of replacement. The office building was estimated to be built in the 1980s and therefore does not have historic significance. However, in accordance with design guidelines, proposed changes to buildings adjacent to significant buildings should be sympathetic to historic nature of building and context. Therefore, siding that is consistent with the design guidelines standards is recommended. r" St Johns Lutheran were in support of steel siding to avoid wood rot. The eaves would be custom aluminum. Color options included white or off white with a grain finish. The Commission presented the option of hardi plank with no grain as a more acceptable r' option. The Commission also noted that closing in of eaves may not be appropriate and any replacement of boards should be consistent with the appearance of the existing building and materials. The contractor was asked to provide addresses where similar steel siding had been used. Commissioner Warg recommended tabling the issue for a month for both St Johns Lutheran and the Commission to discuss possible options and review alternatives presented at the meeting. It was suggested that the Commissioners undertake a site inspection to review existing conditions. Commissioner Warg indicated to the church that they have the option of submitting their Certificate of Approval with a proposal for steel siding and the Commission would consider the application. It was recommended that siding examples be submitted with either the Certificate of Approval or for the Commission to further consider. (b) 215 Siblev Street - Brian and Melanv Radke The existing sign and door were discussed. It was noted that a committee was formed with Warg, La Breck and Goderstad on site and the existing signage and door as shown on brochure were approved. Goderstad moved and Boler seconded that the r- approval by Committee be noted. Motion carried. (c) 400 2nd Street West - T errv and David Storholm - Replacement of deck posts. It was clarified at the meeting that the address of proposal was 400 2nd Street West instead of 401 2nd Street West. It was further noted that the owner of the subject rental property lives at 401 2nd Street West. The purpose of replacing the posts was to alleviate a safety concern. The change to the posts would be minimal. Commissioner Boler noted that the existing deck should be consistent with the design guidelines and the Commission should take the opportunity to suggest changes to the deck to make it more compatible with the historic building. It was noted however that the deck is existing and although no approvals exist for the deck, there is no evidence that is was built after the introduction of the ordinance requirements when it became a requirement to gain approval for works. Commissioner Warg suggested that there are three options of action to consider as follows: recommend demolition of deck recommend alteration of deck to be more compatible with historic house approve application for replacement of posts as submitted. r-- ,~ Concerns were also raised about the bay window that had recently been installed and any other potential works that had or may be carried out without seeking approval. It was suggested that a letter be sent to owners reminding them of their responsibilities of owning a heritage designated site and the requirement to seek approval for all alterations. Warg moved and La Breck seconded that the Certificate of Approval for the replacement of posts be approved and a letter accompanies the approval reminding owner of Hastings Heritage Preservation Ordinance and its requirements. Motion carried. (d) 709 Ramsev Street - Karen Curry - Amendment to Certificate of Approval- Replacement of existina front door and approval of a storm door. The owner submitted a letter to Commission indicating the front door was rotting and needed to be replaced with a new front door. The original proposal allowed for the retention of the door which although not original was of a historic quality and compatible with the house. As a result of the cost of a new door, the owner noted that the vintage door approved as part of the original proposal was now too costly and exceeded the budget. The more cost effective option sought by the owner was a clear glass storm door. ~ Consideration was given to the proposed front door as shown on the Anderson brochure faxed to Commission and it was determined that it was not consistent with the guidelines and therefore should be denied. Three options shown in the Mastercraft brochure which was on file were suggested as more appropriate alternatives. These styles of doors were more consistent with the styles as shown in the design guidelines. The clear glass storm door was considered appropriate and consistent with design guidelines. Boler moved and Sovik Siemens seconded that the amendment to the approval for replacement of front door as shown by owner be denied and three alternatives as shown on page 16 of the Mastercraft brochure be recommended as suitable alternatives. It was further moved that the clear storm door be approved. Motion carried. IV BUSINESS (a) 222W. 7th Street. Laura Most - Non compliant window. Window on east elevation of addition to house was shown on approved plan to be replaced with existing window. The window inserted as part of the addition is a new ~ window of a different shape. r- The building contractor was sent a letter to comply and no response was received. Boler moved and Warg seconded that a letter be sent to the building contractor from the City Attorney advising him of his responsibility to comply with the Certificate of Approval. It was further recommended that the Heritage Preservation Specialist send a letter to the owner, Laura Most and request that the development comply with the requirements of approval and window be replaced. It should be noted in this letter that the builder has been notified of this non compliance with the permit. It was noted that the Heritage Preservation Specialist inspect the site prior to the next meeting to determine if required change to window has been made and if not, place item on agenda. Motion carried. (b) 816 Eddv Street - Blowina in insulation resultina in holes in sidina. HPC staff sent a letter to new owners of 816 Eddy advising them of their responsibilities with owning a heritage designated property. The owner responded and advised that he intended to patch and paint the siding. Commission noted their response. ~ (c) Octaaon House. 301 W. 2nd Street. Rodnev Mulholland. A letter was sent to owner to require replacement of stair railing. No response had been received and no changes to property had occurred. Boler moved and La Breck seconded that the owner receive a letter from the City Attorney advising him to submit a Certificate of Approval and design for the stair railing within the next two weeks. If the owner does not respond to letter, a ticket should be issued by the building department. Motion carried. (d) Ordinance Review Mahoney and Grossman met with the City Attorney to discuss the ordinance review. A number of changes were suggested to improve fine tune the language. Mahoney drafted up a selection of criteria for economic hardship that came out of some research from other cities and presented the criteria at the meeting. ,'- ,~ (e) Preservation Awards The Committee comprising of Boler, Hellie and Sovik Siemens drove around Hastings to review preservation award nominations. The address and photos of possible nominations were presented at the meeting and the following twelve properties were chosen as follows: 413 West 2nd Street 701 West 2nd Street 632 West 3rd Street 613 West 6th Street 541 West 6th Street 215 West 7th Street 551 West 7th Street 7908 Vermillion Street 1910 Eddy Street 1007 Sibley Street 316 Ramsey Street 312 East 2na Street ,---- It was indicated that due to the heavy commitment of the Council at the next meeting the preservation awards would be handed out at the May 17th Council Meeting. Goderstad moved and Warg seconded that the 12 properties identified in the meeting be given preservation awards and letters be sent to the owners congratulating them in being presented an award and inviting them to attend the May 17th meeting to receive the award. Motion carried. V INFORMATION AND REPORTS (a) Historic Preservation Web Site Martin was not present to discuss review of draft. The draft was discussed at the meeting and it was agreed the quality of the web site draft was excellent. (b) Preserve Minnesota Conference St Cloud Boler, Warg and Goderstad indicated that they may be interested in attending the conference and needed to check their commitments around that date. Grossman ,'- indicated that the City may be able to receive funding from the State to allow Commissioners to attend conference. "...-- ",-- ,.,-- VI OTHER BUSINESS (a) Update on Downtown Riverfront Development A report will be presented at the Council meeting of May 3rd. Open House Boler moved and Goderstad seconded that meeting be closed