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REGULAR MEETING HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION JULY 8, 2020
Chairperson Greenwood opened the meeting at 4:30 p.m.
Commissioners in attendance: Jeffrey Halferty, Kara Thompson, Scott Kendrick, Gretchen
Greenwood.
Commissioners not in attendance: Bob Blaich, Roger Moyer, Sherri Sanzone
Staff present:
Amy Simon, Interim Planning Director/Historic Preservation Officer
Sarah Yoon, Historic Preservation Planner
Andrea Bryan, Assistant City Attorney
Wes Graham, Deputy City Clerk
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Halferty moved to approve the minutes from June 24th,2020.
Ms. Thompson seconded. All in favor. Motion carried 4-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: None
CONFLICTS: None
STAFF COMMENTS: Ms. Simon stated that there is no navigate effect nor call ups. She said
that she and Ms. Greenwood will be doing a site visit on a new development in the Hyman mall.
Ms. Simon stated that the first item of business tonight is to continue 611 W. Main Street to
September 9th, 2020. Ms. Simon pointed out that Erica D. from History Colorado was joining
and observing the meeting.
OLD BUSINESS: 611 W. Main Street- Conceptual Major Development. Mr. Halferty moved to
continue this haring to September 9th, 2020. Mr. Kendrick seconded. Mr. Halferty, Mr.
Kendrick, and Ms. Greenwood were in favor, Ms. Thompson unstained. Motion carried 3-0-1.
NEW BUSINESS: 234 W. Francis Street - Final Major Development Review. Sara Adams from
BendonAdams representing owners.
Ms. Greenwood stated that a revised resolution was sent out to the board earlier in the day.
Ms. Adams stated that this meeting is for the final major development review with two additional
requests. Ms. Adams stated this first additional request is after reviewing the cabin chimney, the
findings found that the chimney is not original and hangs over the property line. Ms. Adams said
that HPC needs to memorialize the setback variations for the existing original location of the
original cabin. Ms. Adams further explained that they plan to dig deeper to connect the basement
that was originally approved. She said that in a worst-case scenario the cabin would be lifted
temporally then placed back. Ms. Adams showed an aerial rendering of the final project and
reviewed the approvals that HPC had passed. Ms. Adams said that there was a condition for
review at the final review about the overhang above the secondary entrance. Ms. Adams showed
a rendering that shows the overhang has been pulled in and is not connected to the resource or
garage. Ms. Adams stated that the garage has been raised six inches for better livability in the
bedroom while well under the height of the landmark. Ms. Adams showed photos of the current
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chimney and the lot line that it crosses. Ms. Adams said after reviewing the Sanborn maps of the
property they discovered that there was a stovepipe in that location. She prosed the removal of
the nonhistorical chimney and replacement with a stove pipe. Ms. Adams outlined all the
material that will be used. Ms. Adams explained they plan to repair where they can with staff and
monitor. Ms. Adams reminded HPC that there are solar panels on the roof that will be hidden
behind a parapet. Ms. Adams stated that the secondary walkway will be a straight shout and will
use stone pavers to help read as a secondary walkway. Ms. Adams said there will be an 18-inch
maintenance edge that will wrap the resource. Ms. Adams outlined the landscaping proposal
ranging from sod leading into perineal beds with a verity of vegetation. Ms. Adams outlined the
conditions that are in the updated resolution that is attached.
Ms. Thompson asked about the design of the new stove pipe vs. the chimney that is shown.
Ms. Adams reiterated that the chimney is not historic and will be replaced with a stove copper
pipe.
Mr. Halferty asked about the path connector element and the materials that will be used.
Ms. Adams stated that it will be a grey basalt stone making up a standard pattern with grass
elements throughout.
STAFF COMMENTS: Ms. Yoon reviewed the project and stated that relocation has been
triggered by the underpinning of the historic resource and setback variations are in response to
making sure the resource remains in their location. Ms. Yoon state that staff had concerns with
the presents of the secondary walkway reading as a primary entrance. Ms. Yoon said with the
sod pavers and grass elements this meets the concerns of the staff. Ms. Yoon stated that staff is
supportive to see the sod pulled back with a perennial bed barrier. Ms. Yoon said the canopy that
hangs over the secondary entrance meets the requirements and staff is satisfied. Ms. Yoon stated
in the revised resolution the dimensions for the setback have been cleaned up. Ms. Yoon
reiterated that the revised resolution that was submitted omits points five and seven while
revising the dimensions point thirteen in reference to the setback variation. Ms. Yoon stated that
the staff is in support of this project.
Ms. Greenwood asked if the applicant would be adding gutters and downspouts and the purpose
of the gravel border around the historic resource.
Ms. Yoon stated that the information regarding the gutters and downspouts can be found in the
packet that was provided. Ms. Yoon explained that the gravel border is there to separate
vegetation and water penetration.
Ms. Adams stated that gutters will be added to the addition and cabin. She added that the gravel
border will help with irrigation spray against the historic resource.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: NONE
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: Mr. Halferty stated that he agrees with the applicant's
landscaping proposal.
Mr. Kendrick stated that he agrees with Mr. Halferty and agrees with the applicant's landscape
plan. Mr. Kendrick stated he would like to see this move forward.
Ms. Thompson stated that she missed the February meeting. She would like to see more detail on
the landscaping plan and feels that can be handled with staff and monitor.
Ms. Greenwood stated that she agrees with the applicant on landscape design. She said that this
is a successful project and believes it should be passed.
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Ms. Thompson moved to approve Resolution #14-2020. Mr. Halferty second.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Halferty, Yes; Ms. Thompson, Yes; Mr. Kendrick Yes; Ms. Greenwood,
Yes. All in favor, Motion carried 4-0.
Mr. Moyer joined the meeting.
OTHER BUSINESS: Erica D. from History Colorado stated that every four years she audits the
HPC meeting and evaluates the quasi-judicial board. She said a line of communication is always
open if board members have questions.
ADJOURN: Ms. Thompson moved to adjourn. Mr. Kendrick seconded. All in favor. Motion
passed 4-0.